Raising Boys & Girls

Episode 415: Raising Conscious Sons and Daughters with Dr. Shefali

Dr. Shefali Tsabary, author of Raising Conscious Daughters and Raising Conscious Sons, explains how technology targets boys through their drive for achievement and girls

Episode 414: Growing Competence In Capable Kids with David and Sissy

Kicking off a new stretch of their Capable series, Sissy Goff and David Thomas explore the strength of competence, distinguishing it from confidence: confidence says "I t

Episode 413: A Practical Way of Creating Your Family Legacy with Blake Brewer

Blake Brewer joins Sissy and David to tell the story of watching his father drown in Hawaii when he was 19, and how a letter his dad had written him, discovered in his br

Episode 412: Remembering and Hoping Together with David and Sissy

Closing out their series on grief, Sissy Goff and David Thomas focus on remembering, living, and hoping. They encourage parents to follow a child's lead on keepsakes and

Episode 411: Prayer as a Family with Tyler Staton

Pastor and author Tyler Staton joins David Thomas for an honest conversation about prayer, parenting, and his journey through advanced-stage cancer. Tyler shares creative

Episode 410: What Kids Need From Us with David and Sissy

Sissy Goff and David Thomas share four things grieving children need most: conversation, community, consistency, and coping. They explain how honest, age-appropriate conv

Episode 409: Creating Community for Kids in Time of Grief with Toni Collier

Sissy and David are joined by author and speaker Toni Collier for an honest and hope-filled conversation about the power of community in helping kids and families navigat

Episode 408: What Grief Looks Like at Different Ages with David and Sissy

Grief looks different at every age, and understanding a child’s developmental stage can help parents recognize what they need most. Sissy Goff and David Thomas explore ho

Episode 407: Joyful Anyway with Kate Bowler

In this episode of Raising Boys and Girls, it features Sissy Goff and David Thomas in an in-person conversation with author and Duke professor Kate Bowler about her newes

Episode 406: What Grief Looks Like in Kids with David and Sissy

Grief can look very different in children than it does in adults. In this episode, Sissy Goff and David Thomas share five important ways kids process loss: in small doses

Episode 405: Where Getting Outside and Homeschooling Meet Capability with Ginny Yurich

Ginny Yurich, founder of 1000 Hours Outside, joins Sissy and David to explore how outdoor play, movement, and hands-on experiences prepare children to learn and grow. She

Episode 404: Our 5 Favorite Tips for Parent Teacher Conferences

Parent-teacher conferences can feel stressful for parents, but Sissy Goff and David Thomas encourage families to approach them as opportunities to build a supportive team

Episode 403: The Importance of a Family Devotion with Michael and Melissa Kruger

In this episode, Sissy and David sit down with Michael and Melissa Kruger to talk about helping families build meaningful spiritual rhythms together. The Krugers share th

Episode 402: Our 5 Favorite Tips for Navigating Emotions in the School Year with David and Sissy

As kids head back to school, Sissy Goff and David Thomas share five practical ways parents can help them navigate the big emotions that often come with transition. They e

Episode 401: Making Peace with What We Can’t Control with Lysa TerKeurst

Sissy Goff and David Thomas sit down with Lysa TerKeurst for a meaningful conversation about making peace with what we can’t control—especially as parents. Lysa shares wh

Episode 400: Our 5 Favorite Tips for Navigating Friendships in the School Year with David and Sissy

As kids head back to school, friendships can bring just as much anxiety as academics. In this episode, Sissy Goff and David Thomas share five practical ways parents can h

Episode 399: The Back to School Break We All Need with Melanie Shankle and Sophie Hudson

Melanie Shankle and Sophie Hudson join David and Sissy for a funny, honest conversation about raising capable kids without giving in to pressure, perfectionism, or the ur

Episode 398: Our 5 Tips for Back to School Transition with David and Sissy

As the new school year approaches, Sissy Goff and David Thomas help parents understand why transitions can bring big feelings, physical symptoms, and anxious thoughts for

Episode 397: Navigating Complicated Family Relationships with Dr. Dale Atkins

Dr. Dale Atkins joins David and Sissy to explore how speed, chronic stress, digital distraction, and intensive parenting are reshaping family relationships and contributi

Episode 396: Capable Connections: Friendships with David and Sissy

Friendships are where kids practice being human, but social anxiety, screens, group dynamics, and “rollercoaster” relationships are making connection harder than ever. Si