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The Family Business with The Alessis
Learn how to build a stronger, happier family from a pastor's family saying things they can't say on Sundays. Hosted by Steve and Mary Alessi, you’ll hear powerful conversations with their family, who all work in the same church, that will show you the keys to a great marriage, healthy families, and a multi-generational legacy. Now with over 50,000 downloads, we invite you to join the Podience and discover why family is everybody’s business!
Episodes
197 episodes
From Crisis to Champion! Hockey, Heart Attacks, and Turning Trauma into Triumph
Is it possible that your worst day can become your greatest testimony? And if so, how do you endure long enough to flip the script? In this heart-felt "long-play" summer road-trip episode, Steve and Mary Alessi sit down ...
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Season 7
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Episode 41
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Worship Leaders Gone Wild? Our Response to Michael Tait, Kirk Franklin, and Brandon Lake's "Bubba"
How do you respond when the people you trust step out of line? In the Family Business, much of our work revolves around ministry, and several issues involving prominent worship leaders have become front page news in recent weeks. We...
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Season 7
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Episode 40
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1:08:17
Is Celebrity Christianity Real? + Fashion Fails (Summer Road Trip Series)
Summer's the time to buckle the family in for the classic road trip...and we've got all the hot topics you'll need to keep everyone happy! Join Mary and Steve Alessi as they take you along for a candid car ride full of laughs, real ...
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Season 7
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Episode 39
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1:02:54
How To Help Kids Handle Humiliation and Get Mentally Stronger | S7 E38
Are your kids worried about being embarrassed publicly- and could that be a good thing? In this conversation, Steve Alessi and his daughter Lauren dig into the reality of public humiliation and why facing mean words, awkward ...
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Season 7
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Episode 38
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35:25
She Said Yes! How to Set The Right Expectations from Dating to Engagement | S7 E37
There's nothing like the journey from dating - to love - to a marriage proposal - but there's a lot of stuff to handle before and after that pivotal "yes". To sort out this very real struggle, Gaby Alessi, who is newly engaged to he...
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Season 7
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Episode 37
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32:07
Birth Rate Breakdown? Why It's Better for Society (and Couples) to Have Children | S7 E36
Does starting a family means giving up your dreams—or does it actually unlock a richer, more fulfilling life?Chris and Richelle Alessi open up about their own leap into parenthood, tackling the fears, cultural pressures, and surprising j...
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Season 7
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Episode 36
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31:00
Why Your Kids Need Outdoor Activities in an Inside World | S7 E35
Wishing that your kids spent less time glued to screens? There's an easy antidote - and it's as close as your backyard. Step into a lively, all-guys conversation with Steve Alessi, his son Chris Alessi, and son-in-law Christopher Mu...
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Season 7
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Episode 35
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36:06
Tariffs, Trade Wars and Trouble? How to Stay Calm in an Uncertain Economy | S7 E34
It seems every news story you hear in the spring of 2025 starts with the terrible T word in it... "tariff." The scary economic news might be hitting more than just your wallet - it's also possibly causing you stress and anxiety at h...
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Season 7
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Episode 34
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33:14
"Confessions of a Control Freak" (TFB Top 10 Episode)
In this "Best of TFB" flashback, we're going back in time to revisit one of our most memorable episodes: “Confessions of a Control Freak.” This was one of our most honest, light-hearted, and revealing discussions about what it real...
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34:14
Are Selfish Habits Silently Killing Your Marriage? (How to Identify Them) | S7 E33
If there was a test that measured your selfishness ...what would your score be? Most people don't detect their own selfish actions until it's too late - and in a marriage, that can be a death sentence leading to pain and heartbreak....
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Season 7
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Episode 33
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32:57
How to Steer Your Child Toward Healthy Phone Habits | S7 E32
Tired of trying to get your kids off their phones and back into reality? Maybe the answer isn't just taking away our children's devices. Are our children's obsessions with their devices actually a sign of dysfunction or ...
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Season 7
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Episode 32
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32:52
Win-Win Marriage! How to Get On the Same Page with Your Spouse | S7 E31
Struggling with miscommunication in your marriage? Wishing that you could work more closely with your spouse and create harmony in your home? In this honest and insightful episode, Chris and Richelle Alessi dive into building a stro...
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Season 7
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Episode 31
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33:30
Just Married, Now What? How to Set Healthy Expectations for Your First Year of Marriage | S7 E30
Is the first year of marriage really the hardest? And if so, what can a couple do to avoid letting a beautiful newlywed season turn into a rollercoaster of disappointments and unmet expectations? Join Steve and Mary Ales...
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Season 7
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Episode 30
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40:09
The Family Peacekeeper: Are You Solving or Enabling Family Conflicts? | S7 E29
Do you always find yourself in the middle of family conflicts, trying to keep the peace? If so, you might be filling a role that no one asked you to fill - and it might be causing more harm than good. In this super trans...
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Season 7
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Episode 29
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36:57
Ideal Kids or Idol Kids? How To Keep the Right Priorities in Your Parenting | S7 E28
Is it possible to be TOO focused on your kids? Navigating the journey of parenthood can be challenging, especially when your instinct is to make your children the center of your universe. In this episode, Christopher and Stephanie M...
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Season 7
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Episode 28
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36:25
The Struggle to Leave and Cleave: Responding to Your Questions on Marriage and In-Laws | S7 E27
There's one thing we all know about family and marriage - it can get complicated. The response to our Season 3 "Leave and Cleave" episode (S3 E19) has been incredible. We noticed ...
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Season 7
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Episode 27
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39:35
Why Every Married Couple Should Leave and Cleave [TFB Top 10 Highlight]
Are you and your spouse struggling to break unhealthy attachments to your parents? Is your marriage feeling the strain because someone is not respecting boundaries? If so, you're not alone. Our episode from Season 3 on leaving and c...
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15:50
A Fight for Life and Love: How the War in Israel Defined a Marriage | S7 E26
What would you do if you had to fight for your life and your country, while you were starting your life with your spouse? This isn't a movie plot. It's the real story of a marriage forged in the middle of a war. Hilla an...
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Season 7
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Episode 26
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45:40
How to Build a Strong Marriage by Growing and Adapting Together | S7 E25
Are you struggling to keep your marriage relationship fresh and healthy despite life's constant challenges?In this powerful episode, Steve and Mary Alessi share a conversation with long-time friends David and Mory Martinez. Drawing on ov...
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Season 7
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Episode 25
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33:32
Immigration Fear or Fact? Raids, Rights and What Your Family Needs to Know | S7 E24
Are you concerned about immigration challenges facing your loved ones?In this powerful and timely episode, we welcome Abe Cardenas, from the Cardenas Law Firm, as we dig into the realities and misconceptions about the raging debate over ...
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Season 7
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Episode 24
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41:32
No-Go Zones! How to Confidently Approach Sensitive Issues In Your Marriage | S7 E23
Are there certain topics in your marriage that you're scared to discuss? Does it feel like you're risking a potential blow-up if you even bring it up?In this episode, Steve and Mary Alessi share insights into these "No-Go Zones," offerin...
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Season 7
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Episode 23
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42:01
How to Kill Your Marriage: Avoiding Traps So Your Relationship Stays Strong and Happy | S7 E22
Note to parents: this podcast contains frank and candid discussions about marriage and intimacy. Please listen and consider whether this material is age appropriate for your young children before sharing. Are you currentl...
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Season 7
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Episode 22
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34:20
Grandparent with Grace! How to Manage Discipline Issues with Your Grandkids | S7 E21
Being a grandparent can be joyous and fulfilling - but it's not always simple.Especially when grandkids are being, well, kids. How do well-meaning grandparents maintain the right posture when it comes to setting standards, ...
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Season 7
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Episode 21
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31:46
When Truth Hurts: How to Handle Family Conflicts with Healthy Communication | S7 E20
Does speaking the truth in your home feel like lighting a fuse? When your family has to face the inevitable disagreements that happen in every home, you have two choices - you can embrace uncomfortable but healthy conversations, or...
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Season 7
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Episode 20
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34:56
"Did They Really Say That?" More Favorite Family Business Moments (2024 Rewind)
2024 was a GREAT year for TFB.....but did you REALLY catch all the best highlights and insights from last year's episodes? If not, this is your chance to catch up on some powerful and funny moments from 2024. This special f...
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