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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
Anxiety
Chores
Faith
Confidence In Children
Respect
Parenting Challenges

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

What if one of the best things we can do for our kids is let them struggle? Mom of eight and founder of The Exchange, Elizabeth Pehrson, joins Karen and Emily to talk about parenting for the long game. If you have a hard time watching your child fail... more

Parenting a neurodivergent child can feel lonely, especially when the people around you don’t understand what everyday life looks like. Counselor Dr. Chinwé Williams joins Karen and Emily to unpack neurodivergence, executive functioning, and the impo... more

Big emotions can leave even the most confident mom wondering, Is this normal… or should I be concerned? Counselor Dr. Chinwé Williams joins Karen and Emily to explain what’s happening in our kids’ brains when they completely lose it and how we can pa... more

Working moms carry a lot, and sometimes we make the load even heavier by carrying things God never asked us to! Erin Mashaw joins Karen and Emily to talk about mom guilt, comparison, and that nagging feeling that you’re always disappointing someone.I... more

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Chinwē Williams
Licensed mental health therapist, board certified, focus on anxiety and trauma management
Independent clinician
Episode: 538: Parenting Your Neurodivergent Child with Dr. Chinwé Williams
Chinwé Williams
Clinical mental health therapist; professor and trauma/anxiety specialist
Independent practitioner; affiliated with SOAR conference participation
Episode: 537: Raising Calm(ish) and Confident Kids with Dr. Chinwé Williams
Debbie Causey
Counselor and head of the care department at North Point Community Church
North Point Community Church
Episode: 535: How to Set Boundaries Without Building Walls with Debbie Causey
Sissy Goff
Therapist in Nashville and co-author of Capable
Capable (book)
Episode: 531: Are We Making Our Kids Less Capable? with Sissy Goff
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 with Josh Thames
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]
Greg Stubbs
Husband of Karen Stubbs, long-time military veteran and father of four.
Family (Household)
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

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
  • Hard to listen to…

    Long time Christian, mom of 3, and this podcast is wreaking with generational privilege of happily married couples. I wanted to listen to learn but it’s a no. It would be tolerable to learn from if the duo would acknowledge the affect of chronic family trauma, which has decimated so many families, probably many within a mile of their recording location. Producers, remind your listeners that not all of us have had such a soft start and righteous path to follow: some believers are cycle breakers, ... more

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    Ktf127
    United States23 days ago
  • 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

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    5
    homeschool_momma94
    United States9 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!

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    5
    Weibs braves fan
    United States9 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!!!

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    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

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    5
    JJJ265
    United States2 years ago

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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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538: Parenting Your Neurodivergent Child with Dr. Chinwé Williams
Q: What role does advocacy play in a child's education, and how can parents avoid turning advocacy into overprotection?
Advocacy is about access to necessary supports and accommodations, not removing all hard things; parents should push for what helps the child thrive while still allowing growth through challenges.
538: Parenting Your Neurodivergent Child with Dr. Chinwé Williams
Q: How should parents approach accountability for neurodivergent children without expecting them to function exactly as other children?
Accountability remains essential but should be tailored to the child's wiring; set clear expectations that are achievable with accommodations, such as using visual checklists and breaking tasks into smaller steps, while maintaining consistent boundaries.
538: Parenting Your Neurodivergent Child with Dr. Chinwé Williams
Q: What does it mean when we say a child is neurodivergent, and what kinds of differences fall under that umbrella?
Neurodivergent means a brain that processes the world differently from what's considered typical, including conditions like ADHD, autism, dyslexia, learning differences, sensory processing challenges, and even anxiety, with emphasis that these differences do not define worth or potential.
536: Finding Peace As A Working Mom with Erin Mashaw
Q: What would you tell working moms who feel overwhelmed by the juggling act?
Embrace a faith-informed boundary approach: run the race marked out for you, focus on what you can control, and trust that God has a unique plan for your family. Also acknowledge that perfection isn't the goal—being honest, asking for help, and showing up with love matters more than flawless execution.
534: Relationships that Make Parenting Harder
Q: Help. I don't know how or whether I should re-engage my family of origin and what is my biblical obligation.
Offer healthy boundaries, protect your child, and communicate clearly about what is and isn't acceptable, while encouraging boundaries that safeguard the child and maintain peace.

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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. Chinwē Williams
2. Chinwé Williams
3. Debbie Causey
4. Sissy Goff
5. Josh Thames
6. Kendra Fleming
7. Karen Stubbs
8. Greg Stubbs

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