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Wire Talk with Karen Stubbs

Karen Stubbs
Parenting
Motherhood
Family Dynamics
Christianity
Child Development
Marriage
Communication
Discipline
Christian Parenting
Potty Training
Christmas
Prayer
Friendship
Birds On a Wire
Chores
Faith
Confidence In Children
Respect
Parenting Challenges
Karen Stubbs

Wire Talk was created to encourage and equip moms throughout the challenging and life-changing journey of motherhood. Each week on Wire Talk Karen Stubbs offers godly, practical advice on the topics every mother has questions about: mom guilt, our children’s faith, potty-training, divorce, our teenagers dating, and more!

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Latest Episodes

Kids today are becoming increasingly afraid of risk and discomfort- are parents part of the problem? Today bestselling author and counselor Sissy Goff joins Karen and Emily to talk about her new book, Capable, and why loving our kids well sometimes m... more

If you've ever lost your temper with your kids, this conversation is for you. Counselor Josh Thames shares practical tools to help moms stay calm, communicate more effectively, and respond with confidence, even when emotions are running high. Whether... more

You don't have to carry the weight of discipling your kids by yourself! In this episode, Karen and Emily sit down with children's ministry leader Kendra Fleming to share how partnering with your church can strengthen your family's faith without addin... more

In this listener-favorite episode re-air, Karen and Greg pull back the curtain on nearly four decades of marriage—the good, the hard, the early years, and the season they’re in now. This conversation will make you smile, and maybe even tear up, as th... more

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Recent Guests

Josh Thames
ADHD expert and licensed professional counselor
Private practice in PhD corners; ADHD advocate
Episode: 530: How to Stay Calm When Your Child Isn’t
Kendra Fleming
Guest, churches educator and leader
North Point Ministries
Episode: 529: You Don't Have to Disciple Your Kids Alone
Karen Stubbs
Co-host and guest on episode, long-married mother of four and grandmother.
Birds on a Wire
Episode: 528: Marriage First: Why Your Spouse Comes Before the Kids [RE-AIR]
Elizabeth Pehrson
Founder of The Exchange, nonprofit ministry
The Exchange
Episode: 525: [RE-AIR] Do Less For Your Kids - Parenting for the Long Haul
Kristen Jenson
Author of Good Pictures Bad Pictures and Good Pictures Bad Pictures, Guide for Girls
Defend Young Minds
Episode: 524: My Kid Saw Porn...Now What?
Tim Elmore
Leadership expert and founder of Growing Leaders
Growing Leaders
Episode: 506: Raising Resilient Kids in a Fragile Culture
Jim Burns
Expert on family dynamics and author, with a focus on parenting adult children
Homeward Ministries
Episode: 502: Parenting Adult Children: How to Let Go Without Losing the Relationship with Jim Burns
Ted Lowe
Marriage speaker and author of "Us in Mind"
For Us Marriage
Episode: 485: Happy Couples Think Differently
Arlene Pellicane
Author and parenting expert
Making Marriage Easier
Episode: 483: Four Small Shifts That Will Make a Big Difference in Your Marriage

Hosts

Karen Stubbs
Host of Wire Talk; long-married mother of four and grandmother; active in Birds on a Wire; frequent guide on marriage and parenting.
Emily
Co-host helping with the interview and flow; hosts with Karen to guide conversations and shape episode structure.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1k ratings
  • Long Time Listener

    I have been listening to Karen’s podcasts for the last 8 years…when I had my first baby. I felt so alone, and did not grow up in a Christian household. Karen always has felt like a second mom to me, someone I could listen to for Biblical parenting advice. God has placed her here for hope for mommas who grew up not having a momma like Karen, hope that it is possible to be a loving, caring mom and that your children will some day be your friend! And want to be around you. This podcast took a huge ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    homeschool_momma94
    United States7 months ago
  • Love 💕

    I’m so thankful for this podcast and wish I knew about it when my kids were younger. I have 2 teens and one in college. I’m currently so grateful for the series on parenting from Proverbs. Thank you, Karen for telling the truth about disciplining our children. I see many moms discarding the truths of scripture for other worldly ideas. They don’t work! Keep on keeping on!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Weibs braves fan
    United States7 months ago
  • Absolute Gold!!

    I have been listening to Wire Talk for ELEVEN years!! It is just the best and really the only Christian parenting podcast I listen to. Along with God’s word, it has carried me through some really difficult seasons with my three kids (now all teens and tweens) and my marriage. Karen offers so much parenting wisdom through a biblical lens. I just love it and am so grateful for this ministry. Thank you!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    katieroro
    United Statesa year ago
  • Secret weapon for motherhood / life

    I was introduced to Karen’s podcast through a mom’s group after having my 1st child 3.5 years ago. Now 2 more kids later I am an AVID listener and on my second run through of all the episodes. I am so thankful that God put this ministry on Karen’s heart and for this podcast. This has helped me to learn about myself, motherhood, marriage, children, how to be a friend, the list goes on and on. Karen and her God given wisdom has been such an instrumental part of my motherhood journey and such a ble... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JJJ265
    United Statesa year ago
  • So good!

    I’m new to this podcast and can’t listen to them fast enough. It’s so uplifting and encouraging for me as a mom and a wife. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LynseyC13
    United States2 years ago

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Fans appreciate consistency, real-life advice, and the host's authenticity.
Listeners praise the show for practical, biblical parenting guidance and encouragement.
Listeners value faith-based perspectives and actionable strategies for motherhood.

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530: How to Stay Calm When Your Child Isn’t
Q: Why is staying calm so critical when handling ADHD-related challenges, especially during busy mornings or moments of escalation?
The guest explains that ADHD affects executive function and emotion regulation, so a calm parental stance helps model regulation and creates a calmer environment that supports the child's ability to engage and follow through.
530: How to Stay Calm When Your Child Isn’t
Q: Tell us a little about your background and what drew you to work with ADHD and families.
Josh explains his personal experience with ADHD, his professional path as a licensed counselor, and how his own family context informs his approach to helping parents support children with ADHD.
528: Marriage First: Why Your Spouse Comes Before the Kids [RE-AIR]
Q: What advice would you give to empty nesters?
Carve out time for each other, continue dating, plan future trips, and protect margin for quality time together.
528: Marriage First: Why Your Spouse Comes Before the Kids [RE-AIR]
Q: What advice would you give to newlyweds?
Date, give each other the benefit of the doubt, and be spontaneous because you have time to invest in each other.
528: Marriage First: Why Your Spouse Comes Before the Kids [RE-AIR]
Q: How did you stay connected during years of raising four kids?
They stayed connected through regular debriefs, writing letters, long conversations, and prioritizing 10 minutes of daily personal talk when coming home from work, plus deliberate time for dates to maintain intimacy.

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What is Wire Talk about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Wire Talk delivers practical, faith-centered parenting guidance anchored in Christian values. Episodes commonly explore motherhood, child development, discipline, faith formation, and family dynamics, often featuring practitioners, pastors, and experienced moms who share actionable tips. A standout aspect is the blend of real-life parenting stories with biblical insights, plus a community-oriented approach that spotlights resources like SOAR and church collaborations. Listeners can expect calm, compassionate coaching focused on reducing mom guilt and guiding families toward grace-filled decisions. Potential guests or sponsors may find alignment with faith-forward parenting, practical classroom-to-home strategies, and community support for m... more

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1. Josh Thames
2. Kendra Fleming
3. Karen Stubbs
4. Elizabeth Pehrson
5. Kristen Jenson
6. Tim Elmore
7. Jim Burns
8. Ted Lowe

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