Best Meg Thomas Podcasts (2024)

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Perfectionism and Your Marriage: Faith Chang 38:21

4m ago38:21

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Is perfectionism impacting your marriage? Your parenting? Listen to part 2 of Faith Chang's conversation with Dave and Ann Wilson on perfectionism's impact on your family — and practical ways to find grace and peace in imperfection. Show Notes and Resources Connect with Faith Chang and catch more of her thoughts at keepingheart.com. Find her on soc…

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When the Earl Desired Me by Lydia Lloyd 27:37

2h ago27:37

27:37

To be honest, we were both nervous about this book, but Lydia Lloyd stunned us both in the best way possible. Fake rakes are our favorite rakes, and this is a second chance romance we can both get behind.

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Is Perfectionism Stealing Your Peace? Faith Chang 29:57

7m ago29:57

29:57

Struggling with perfectionism and anxiety in your relationship with God? The peace God offers can feel elusive. Join Faith Chang and hosts Dave and Ann Wilson for a discussion on how to recognize perfectionism, its spiritual impact, and how to move towards God's peace and freedom. Show Notes and Resources Connect with Faith Chang and catch more of …

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The Undermining of Twyla and Frank by Megan Bannen 27:24

5h ago27:24

27:24

Ok real talk, this book was inevitably going to suffer by comparison to "The Undertaking of Hart and Mercy" becuase that book was surprising and perfection. It it fair? no. Did we appreciate the risks taken? yes. Are we ready for Rosie? Yes.

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Jessica Johnson and Cryptic Tackle Toiyabe Crest -#230 16:05

6m ago16:05

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In today’s episode we’re traveling to remote Nevada to travel the crest of the Toiyabe National Forest with Jessica Johnson and Cryptic. This non-binary team established a stout unsupported time on this roughly 65-mile long trail through classic basin and range terrain. Built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930’s, this National Recreatio…

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Overcoming Childhood Trauma: Jim Ramos and Ron Deal 27:53

16m ago27:53

27:53

How does childhood trauma echo in our adult lives? When an adult's parents got divorced, it can still impact them decades later— from their relationship with stepparents, to blended family dynamics, and ongoing healing. Jim Ramos, founder of the men's ministry "Men in the Arena," describes his challenging upbringing. Listen in for hope in navigatin…

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Intellectual Disability? Welcome to The Feast: Jill & Paul Miller 29:56

4m ago29:56

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Jesus invites those with intellectual disability to meet Him in His Word. But churches aren't always as equipped to lay out a feast for them, as they are for those without obvious disabilities. Paul and Jill Miller's journey with their daughter, Kim, led to creating interactive Bible studies for individuals with disabilities. Join hosts Dave and An…

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Claire Kilroy on Parenting under the Patriarchy 54:57

8h ago54:57

54:57

A woman tells her son about his early life. About the months and years that he will by now have forgotten. When he was a baby, then a toddler, and when she was going into battle every day. For him first, and only then for herself. It’s a battle fought on many fronts. Against exhaustion, against time, against the loss of selfhood, against an increas…

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Finding Jesus on Upside Down Days: Jill and Paul Miller 27:11

22h ago27:11

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What do difficult days, disability, and donkeys have in common? They're all pathways to finding Jesus, according to Jill and Paul Miller. They joined Dave and Ann Wilson on this episode of FamilyLife Today to discuss the ups and downs of their journey -- including the joy and hardship of parenting a child with disabilities and the wonder of living …

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#268 Reflections from when I first started homeschooling 10:46

1d ago10:46

10:46

I started homeschooling 17 years ago. I have graduated four kids, and have three kids still home with me. I recently found an old blog I had started in 2010, and it was interesting to see how our homeschool looked back then versus now. In today's podcast episode I want to share some of my reflections.…

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So You Want to Lead? Practicing Servant Leadership with Dr. Gary Chapman 27:54

2d ago27:54

27:54

So you want to lead? Dr. Gary Chapman, best-selling author of The 5 Love Languages series, believes leadership within the family must be servant leadership. How does that play out in marriage and parenting? Building upon the traits discussed in part one of this series [link to episode one], join FamilyLife Today hosts Dave and Ann Wilson for anothe…

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My Word As Vorkosigan: A Civil Campaign 1:05:08

2d ago1:05:08

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Listening to this episode had me rereading the Lord Peter Wimsey books, if you're wondering how much of the conversation is about the dedication and comedies of manners and romance. The episode is celebration that works out way better than Miles' dinner party.

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Gary Chapman: 5 Traits of a Healthy Family 26:51

8d ago26:51

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You're hungry for a strong, healthy family. What if there were a tried and true recipe—with 5-key ingredients—to get you there? In this conversation Dr. Gary Chapman, best-selling author of The 5 Love Languages® series, shares the insights and obervations he's gleaned—both from his own four-decade marriage and from years of working with families. J…

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Lost--and Finding Myself: Barbara Rainey 28:04

6d ago28:04

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Do you ever ask yourself, "What's my purpose in life?" Are you actually fulfilling your role in life? Barbara Rainey questioned who she was after leaving leadership roles at work and in a church. She shares how she was able to cope with disappointment and actually find hope. Show Notes and Resources Connect with Barbara Rainey on her website at eve…

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A Ruse of Shadows by Sherry Thomas 25:21

6d ago25:21

25:21

It's our favorite time of year: Lady Sherlock Time

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Disappointed at God: Barbara Rainey 29:27

7d ago29:27

29:27

Ever found yourself praying earnestly, pleading with God for healing, or even questioning why a relationship hasn't been restored? Barbara Rainey faced a health scare that caused her to question her connection with God. She opens up about her disappointment with God and her journey toward healing and reconciliation. Show Notes and Resources Connect…

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Help! Someone I Love is Bitter: Stephen Viars 25:19

10d ago25:19

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Relating to a bitter person can feel exhausting, even defeating. How can you love them without losing your happiness...or sanity? Author Stephen Viars weighs in. Show Notes and Resources Connect with Stephen's church ministry at faithlafayette.org and stay connected at biblicalcounselingcoalition.org Discover the secret sauce of great marriages and…

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#267 The Biggest Obstacle 12:32

8d ago12:32

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I have often said that you cannot ruin your child's life. You are not that powerful. However, you may be their biggest obstacle. After speaking to several clients about how their childhood has impacted them as an adult, I wanted to talk about what you can do, so your child won't have to go down that same path. You are not going to want to miss this…

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Bridgerton with a Romance Novice 1:29:07

8d ago1:29:07

1:29:07

We talk for.... a while about season 3 of Bridgerton.

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How to Forgive (...When Bitterness Feels Better): Stephen Viars 27:03

9d ago27:03

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What's it look like to combat bitterness when you're immersed in pain? Pastor and author Stephen Viars explores the power of lament to give voice and resolution to our deepest grief. Show Notes and Resources Connect with Stephen's church ministry at faithlafayette.org and stay connected at biblicalcounselingcoalition.org Discover the secret sauce o…

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Beating Back Bitterness: Stephen Viars 27:47

10d ago27:47

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What's it look like to combat bitterness when you're immersed in pain? Pastor and author Stephen Viars explores the power of lament to give voice and resolution to our deepest grief. Show Notes and Resources Connect with Stephen's church ministry at faithlafayette.org and stay connected at biblicalcounselingcoalition.org Discover the secret sauce o…

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Jasmin Paris on the Barkley Marathons and Beyond -#229 31:18

12d ago31:18

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There are not a lot of firsts left to be done in the world of trail running, but recently Jasmin Paris accomplished just that by becoming the first woman to finish the Barkley Marathons. Tune in to hear about her training for this infamously difficult race as well as what she did differently on this, her third time there. She also shares her passio…

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Lady Scandal by Laura Lee Guhrke 28:56

13d ago28:56

28:56

We both adored this book. It's perfectly feel good and exactly what we want from a romance. Can something spiritually have a virgin here even if he's not a virgin?

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One Change = Better Life: Brant Hansen 26:26

13d ago26:26

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Could there be one thing in your life blinding you from living in freedom? After unearthing that 'one thing,' Brant Hansen goes further to talk about elusive forgiveness and letting go of intractable anger. What's that 'one thing' you could be missing to make your life better? Show Notes and Resources Connect with Brant Hansen and catch more of his…

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Dr. Sultan Al Jaber: The connection between AI and energy 35:01

19d ago35:01

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Dr. Sultan Al Jaber is the President of COP28, the UN Climate Change Conference hosted by the UAE last year. He's also the CEO and Managing Director of the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), where he leads efforts to produce cleaner energy today and invests in sustainable energy solutions for the future. In this episode, Dr. Sultan shares how …

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How to Be Unoffendable: Brant Hansen 27:04

14d ago27:04

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Feel like your spouse is always criticizing you? Easily offended by constructive criticism from friends? Brant Hansen shares his experience, exposing the myth of "righteous anger" and showing how one change can make life better. Show Notes and Resources Connect with Brant Hansen and catch more of his thoughts at branthansen.com and on Instagram @br…

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Rachel Cusk on Art, Violence and Freedom through Destruction 1:00:16

16d ago1:00:16

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The biographies of several artists, all named G, form a kind of exoskeleton to Rachel Cusk’s latest novel Parade, encasing the book’s other captivating strands—the story of an unprovoked attack on a Parisian street, the story of a couple on a remote island, the story of a suicide at a museum, the story of the death of a mother. Elements which thems…

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Setting Sail for Marital Success: Bryan & Stephanie Carter 27:35

20d ago27:35

27:35

Picture this: lounging on a boat with endless food and drinks, just you and your spouse. Sounds dreamy, right? Bryan and Stephanie give you a sneak peak on what to expect from the 2025 Love Like You Mean It cruise. They also chat about marriage tips, like why respect and open communication is key for a strong relationship. Show Notes and Resources …

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#266 Nobody Else's Business 12:33

20d ago12:33

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I tried to share a parenting tip a few weeks ago in a reel, and it was met with so much hate. But interestingly enough, it was also met with a whole lot of love. I want to talk to you in today's podcast episode, Nobody Else's Business, about how letting other peoples' judgements needs to stay out of your home and your homeschool. Click the link in …

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My Word as Vorkosigan: Komarr 54:35

16d ago54:35

54:35

Alex and Meg are joined by Everina Maxwell to discuss the meet cute? of Miles and Ekaterin and the plot. But mostly Miles and Ekaterin.

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Marriage's Secret Sauce: Bryan & Stephanie Carter 27:09

16d ago27:09

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Picture this: lounging on a boat with endless food and drinks, just you and your spouse. Sounds dreamy, right? Bryan and Stephanie give you a sneak peak on what to expect from the 2025 Love Like You Mean It cruise. They also chat about marriage tips, like why respect and open communication is key for a strong relationship. Show Notes and Resources …

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Connecting in the Busy: David & Meg Robbins 26:19

17d ago26:19

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Is your schedule a never-ending stream of lists and calendar invites? Finding time to reconnect with spouse can feel like a challenge. David and Meg Robbins share their takeaways from the Love Like You Mean It cruise. Show Notes and Resources Hear more episodes by David and Meg Robbins Discover the secret sauce of great marriages and the importance…

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Not in Love by Ali Hazelwood 32:27

18d ago32:27

32:27

We've reached the Ali Hazelwood singularity and we are here for it.

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Toxic Masculinity: From Passive to Proactive: David & Meg Robbins 30:07

20d ago30:07

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What's masculinity look like--without the "toxic?" It could look like men feeling the need to keep quiet or going with the flow. David and Meg Robbins are here to answer questions about toxic masculinity vs. healthy masculinity. Show Notes and Resources Hear more episodes by David and Meg Robbins Find resources from this podcast at shop.familylife.…

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Redefining Masculinity: Kevin “KB” Burgess & Ameen Hudson 31:40

21d ago31:40

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Rapper Kevin “KB” Burgess and Ameen Hudson examine the critical causes and effects of the crisis of masculinity--and the kind of manhood that changes the world. Show Notes and Resources Connect with Kevin “KB” Burgess & Ameen Hudson and catch more of their thoughts at whoiskb.com, and on Facebook, Instagram, Spotify, Apple Music, Twitter or Youtube…

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Jesus on the South Side: Kevin “KB” Burgess & Ameen Hudson 31:57

22d ago31:57

31:57

Rapper Kevin “KB” Burgess and influencer Ameen Hudson know the realities of racial injustice, crime, and violence from the South side of the streets. And they aren't bashful about how Christianity is flagrantly misrepresented--yet relentlessly has the chops for all life can pitch at it. Get ready for an introduction to the true Southside Rabbi. Sho…

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#265 Homeschool Graduate, an Interview with my Son 36:48

27d ago36:48

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My 4th baby has graduated from homeschool! I have interviewed each of my kids when they graduated and I love hearing their perspective on how did they like homeschooling. In today's episode, I ask my son some of his favorite things about our homeschool, and some of his least favorite things. We also cover how my son really struggled with anger and …

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Isabel and the Rogue by Liana de la Rosa 25:53

24d ago25:53

25:53

Usually spies do it for us but this book wouldn't have done it for us on that alone. Instead, the ending! The ending absolved so much.

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Helping Kids Navigate Intense Emotions: Sissy Goff & David Thomas 26:13

23d ago26:13

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Could your behavior be affecting your children's emotions? Sissy Goff and David Thomas explore how parental strategies might contribute to child anxiety. Show Notes and Resources Connect with Sissy Goff & David Thomas and catch more of their thoughts at raisingboysandgirls.com or listen to their podcast. Follow them on Facebook and Instagram @raisi…

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Attentive Parenting--or Just Overprotective? Sissy Goff & David Thomas 28:52

29d ago28:52

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Wondering if you're being attentive--or could you be one of those overprotective parents? Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas as they talk about parenting fears, emotional baggage, and effective strategies. Discover the thin line between being vigilant and overprotective, and how to navigate it. Show Notes and Resources Connect with Sissy Goff & David…

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The Countess Without Conviction by Katherine Grant 31:32

27d ago31:32

31:32

Meg and Laine were both super intrigued by this book but omg is it visceral. Perfect execution; Meg cried and Laine was waiting to get punched, which is not what we generally expect from Romance novellas.

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Rachel Boim: Learning about FKTs around the World! -#228 22:55

28d ago22:55

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What route has tea houses, prayer flags, yak jams and is all above 3,000 meters? Join host Heather Anderson on today's episode to travel Nepal's Namche Bazaar to Everest Basecamp route with Rachel Boim. This direct route is well-traveled and only has a few technical sections, but plenty of other obstacles...including the four-legged kind. Hear all …

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Father Wound: How to Heal: Kia Stephens 32:40

27d ago32:40

32:40

Could your father wound affect your marriage? Maybe it surfaces in struggling with trust, low self-esteem, or difficulty forming healthy boundaries. Kia Stephens helps you learn how to heal, using practical tools to overcome insecurities and find wholeness with God. Show Notes and Resources Connect with Kia Stephens and catch more of their thoughts…

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Overcoming Father Wounds: Kia Stephens 27:59

28d ago27:59

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Hurt, neglect, rejection, or abandonment from a father can feel like it tumbles into all of life. Author Kia Stephens gets real about her own painful path through father wounds--and how she began moving forward. Show Notes and Resources Connect with Kia Stephens and catch more of their thoughts at kiastephens.com and on Facebook, Instagram and X @k…

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When Radical Art meets Obscene Wealth, with Hari Kunzru 56:55

28d ago56:55

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Last week we were joined in the bookshop by Hari Kunzru, whose new novel Blue Ruin is a deeply unsettling, and intensely thought provoking reflection on the impact capital has on people, but also on art, and those who create it. It is the perfect final instalment—alongside White Tears and Red Pill—in Hari Kunzru’s own trois couleurs —a loose trilog…

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