Best Amy Weldon Podcasts (2024)

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Simulationists Guide to INACSL 2024 50:01

2M ago50:01

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Send us a Text Message. This week's conversation is about the upcoming INACSL 2024 conference in Raleigh, North Carolina. Joining us this week is INACSL President, Desiree Diaz, and Conference Planning Committee Chair, Sabrina Cook. In this episode, we talk about the importance of collaboration and growth within the organization, the tagline of the…

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Simulaitonist's Guide to Evaluation Tools (ft. Kim Leighton) 47:39

2M ago47:39

47:39

Send us a Text Message. In this episode of Simulation Nation, Kim Leighton, a pioneer in simulation evaluation tools, shares her journey and insights. She started in simulation during a flu outbreak and was tasked with evaluating a human patient simulator. Later, she developed the Simulation Effectiveness Tool and other evaluation tools. Kim create…

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Simulationists Guide to Diversity Topics in Simulation (Ft. Crystal Murillo and Kellie Bryant) 1:06:34

2M ago1:06:34

1:06:34

Send us a Text Message. This Episode of Simulation Nation explores the topics of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in simulation education and the simulation industry. Kellie Bryant and Crystal Murillo discuss the evolution of language from cultural competence to cultural sensitivity and the importance of DEI in simulation. They highlight the …

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Simulationists Guide To The Standards of Best Practice 56:10

3M ago56:10

56:10

Send us a Text Message. Teresa Gore PhD, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, CHSE-A, FSSH, FAAN from Healthysimulation.com discusses the development of simulation standards of best practice in nursing education. The standards cover various aspects of simulation, including terminology, participant objectives, facilitation methods, debriefing, and evaluation. The sta…

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Simulationists Guide to the Global Simulation Industry (Ft. Lance Baily) 1:07:54

3M ago1:07:54

1:07:54

Send us a Text Message. This episode explores the global simulation industry and the role of simulation in healthcare education with Healthysimulation.com's Founder & CEO, Lance Baily, as he also shares his background in film and digital media, as well as his experience in healthcare and simulation. They touch on the expansion of simulation post-CO…

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Simulationists Guide to the Breaking Down Costs (FT. Alaina Herrington, DNP, RN, FAAN, FSSH, ANEF, CHSE-A)) 53:35

3M ago53:35

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Alaina Herrington, DNP, RN, FAAN, FSSH, ANEF, CHSE-A from Mississippi State University, discusses the cost breakdown of simulations and the importance of understanding the financial aspects of simulation. She emphasizes the need for simulation educators to have a business mindset and the challenges of naviga…

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Simulationists Guide to Budgets, justification, and hiring.. oh my! 1:05:54

3M ago1:05:54

1:05:54

Send us a Text Message. Crystel Farina discusses the important aspects of running a simulation center, including budgets, justification, and hiring. She emphasizes the need for a foundation of psychological safety in simulation programs and the importance of hiring individuals with the right mindset. Crystel shares her journey into simulation and t…

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Simulationist's Guide To Incorporating Faculty and Students as SP's 45:17

3M ago45:17

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Send us a Text Message. What are the best practices for incorporating different students and faculty members into the simulation process as standardized patients (SPs)? Amy and Megan explores the benefits of using family members, faculty members, and students as SPs, as well as the importance of following the Association of SP Educators' standards …

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Simulationists Guide to Character Descriptions For Your Simulation 53:14

4M ago53:14

53:14

Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Megan and Amy discuss the importance of character descriptions in simulation. They introduce the concept of character descriptions and explain how they differ from scripts. They highlight the need for character descriptions in formative simulations and the benefits they provide to standardized patients. Beth…

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Simulationist's Ultimate Christmas List 18:29

7M ago18:29

18:29

Send us a Text Message. Amy Cowperthwait and Megan Weldon are back again talking about everything you need on your Simulationist Ultimate Christmas List! This episode of Simulation Nation discusses various items that could make ideal Christmas gifts for those involved in healthcare simulation. Amy and Megan have a lively discussion, sharing thought…

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Simulationist's Guide to IMSH 2024 15:30

8M ago15:30

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Send us a Text Message. Amy Cowperthwait and Megan Weldon are back again with Simulation Nation! This week the team talks about everything you need to know before heading to IMSH 2024! The IMSH (International Meeting on Simulation in Healthcare) conference serves as an invaluable platform for simulationists, encompassing professionals from diverse …

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Simulationists Guide to Recruiting Standardized Patients 54:46

8M ago54:46

54:46

Send us a Text Message. Amy Cowperthwait and Megan Weldon are back again with Simulation Nation! This week the team talks about how to effectively recruit Standardized Patients. In the dynamic field of nursing and healthcare education, incorporating realistic scenarios is essential for preparing future healthcare professionals. One effective method…

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Simulationist's Guide on the Right Modality Based on the Objective 58:57

8M ago58:57

58:57

Send us a Text Message. Amy Cowperthwait and Megan Weldon are back again with Simulation Nation! This week the team talks about how you can achieve the right modality in simulation. #simulation #healthcare #podcast #avkin #healthcaresimulation #healthcaretraining #nursing #wearablesimulator #manikin #tasktrainers #Imposter #podcast #spotify #applep…

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Simulationist's Guide to Overcoming Imposter Syndrome 45:13

9M ago45:13

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Send us a Text Message. Amy Cowperthwait and Megan Weldon are back again with Simulation Nation! This week the team looks at how overcome Imposter Syndrome in simulation. #simulation #healthcare #podcast #avkin #healthcaresimulation #healthcaretraining #nursing #psychologicalsafety #psychology #impostersyndrome #Imposter #podcast #spotify #applepod…

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Simulationist's Guide to Implementing Psychological Safety 53:26

9M ago53:26

53:26

Send us a Text Message. Amy Cowperthwait and Megan Weldon are back again with Simulation Nation! This week the team looks at how implement psychological safety in simulation. Make sure to subscribe to our podcast to never miss an episode, and to watch our podcasts, subscribe to our YouTube! Follow us on Linkedin, X (Twitter) & Facebook!…

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Simulationist's Guide to Advocating for Legislation for Simulation 28:57

9M ago28:57

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Send us a Text Message. Amy Cowperthwait and Megan Weldon are back again with Simulation Nation! This week the team looks at how effectively advocate for legislation from simulation and what is already happening behind the scenes! Make sure to subscribe to our podcast to never miss an episode, and to watch our podcasts, subscribe to our YouTube! Fo…

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Adventure Is Out There- Our Travel Tips 39:19

9M ago39:19

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This week we are diving into our top tips for traveling. We also share some of our funniest experiences and come to the conclusion that sometimes the worst travel memories end up becoming the best stories. Hopefully this gives you some inspiration on communicating with your spouse and figuring out a way to make your dreams happen! As always, please…

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Simulationists Guide to Continuing Education in Simulation 54:38

9M ago54:38

54:38

Send us a Text Message. There are a ton of CE opportunities out there, but which are the right ones? How can you be involved in hosting an event that offers CEU's? Megan Weldon and Amy Cowperthwait break down their tips on getting your CEU's and how to host your own event! Make sure to subscribe to our podcast to never miss an episode, and to watch…

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Bearing Each Other's Burdens 36:55

9M ago36:55

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In this episode, we talk about the importance of bearing each other's burdens. We both share two recent heavy loads we have had to allow the other to help us carry. What is the line between walking our own personal journey, and letting others help us? Amy talks about her struggle with body image and some of the ways Matthew has helped her navigate …

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Simulationist's Guide to Designing a Simulation Lab 1:00:45

10M ago1:00:45

1:00:45

Send us a Text Message. Amy Cowperthwait CEO, RN, MSN, CNS, CHSE-A and Megan Weldon, CHSE are back again with Simulation Nation! This week the team looks at how to conduct a professional pre-brief and de-brief and why they are so important to your simulations and standardization. Make sure to subscribe to our podcast to never miss an episode, and t…

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Simulationists Guide to Designing a Simulation Lab 44:51

10M ago44:51

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Send us a Text Message. Amy Cowperthwait and Megan Weldon are back again with Simulation Nation! This week the team takes a deep dive into simulation labs, designing them, building them and managing them. Watch the full episode on YouTube! Make sure to subscribe to our podcast to never miss an episode, and to watch our podcasts, subscribe to our Yo…

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Simulationists Guide to Sim Center Certifications, Accreditation and Endorsements 48:43

10M ago48:43

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Send us a Text Message. Certifications, accreditation and endorsements can be confusing and messy in the simulation community. This week, Simulation Nation sits down to talk about how to go about how to achieve these recognitions in a more balanced and organized way. Make sure to subscribe to our podcast to never miss an episode, and to watch our …

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Life and Leadville 1:03:57

10M ago1:03:57

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We are so excited to be back from our six-or so-month hiatus and to be sharing our time with you again. This week we share all about what has been happening since our last recording. From almost losing Matthew, to the complete flipside of him running in one of the most difficult ultramarathons in the world... we hope something in this episode speak…

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Simulationist's Guide to Achieving Radical Change When it Feels Like Your Hands are Tied 56:19

10M ago56:19

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Send us a Text Message. How do you get radical change in simulation when it feels like you have no support? Amy Cowperthwait CEO, RN, MSN, CNS, CHSE-A did just that when she was working at a University and she has the tips and trips to get it done. Make sure to subscribe to our podcast to never miss an episode, and to watch our podcasts, subscribe …

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You Know You're A Simulationist When... 16:16

11M ago16:16

16:16

Send us a Text Message. For every simulationist, there was a time where, for better or worse, you knew you were 'officially' a simulationist. Do you agree with the answers? Make sure to subscribe to our podcast to never miss an episode, and to watch our podcasts, subscribe to our YouTube! Follow us on Linkedin, X (Twitter) & Facebook!…

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Simulationist's Guide To Maximizing National Healthcare Simulation Week 2023 46:40

11M ago46:40

46:40

Send us a Text Message. On this Episode of Simulation Nation with Amy Cowperthwait and Megan Weldon, we go over 4 tips on how to maximize your National Healthcare Simulation Week. Amy and Megan talk bringing in your marketing team to share the word of your simulation program, how to put yourself on the map durin #HCSimWeek 2023, and how to bring in…

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Things to do around INACSL 2023 32:29

1y ago32:29

32:29

Send us a Text Message. In today's episode of Simulation Nation, we are talking about everything going on around Providence during INACSL 2023 and how INACSL is celebrating their 20th anniversary. Make sure to subscribe to our podcast to never miss an episode, and to watch our podcasts, subscribe to our YouTube! Follow us on Linkedin, X (Twitter) &…

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INACSL Exhibit Hall 2023 44:41

1y ago44:41

44:41

Send us a Text Message. Make sure to subscribe to our podcast to never miss an episode, and to watch our podcasts, subscribe to our YouTube! Follow us on Linkedin, X (Twitter) & Facebook!By Avkin Inc

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Introduction to INACSL 2023 40:16

1y ago40:16

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Send us a Text Message. Today on the Podcast, we talk about what we are looking forward to at INACSL 2023, we dive into some of the sessions that will be available for you to go to including: A Panel of Healthcare Simulation Experts Discussing the NCSBN National Simulation Study 10 Year Retrospective: Reflections, Lessons Learned, and Moving Forwar…

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The Power of Trusting Your Spouse (with special guests Demond & Juanita Logan) 1:18:53

1+ y ago1:18:53

1:18:53

This week we had the privilege of speaking with Demond & Juanita Logan. Demond is a mindset development specialist who lives out his motto of: "Change your mind, change your life". They share the struggles and hurdles they have overcome over the last two years and how every obstacle has actually been preparing them for another opportunity. They sha…

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Navigating Social Media with Teens 1:00:10

1+ y ago1:00:10

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Navigating parenting in a social media world is new territory for many of us. No other generation has raised their children amidst the temptations accompanying the distraction and pull of social media. For the first time ever, we are learning on the fly, how to parent children in this generation of cell phones and having anything and everything at …

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Protecting Your Marriage From Infidelity 36:10

1+ y ago36:10

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This week we dive into a topic which is unfortunately becoming too common: infidelity. None of us are immune to it, so how can we safeguard our marriages from it? We discuss our thought life and how this plays a huge role in the temperature of our marriages. So many simple things lay the foundation of growth and intimacy and protection. Is it possi…

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Blindfolding My Husband and What Transpired 40:50

1+ y ago40:50

40:50

This week we talk about a recent competition we had. Could Amy get Matt lost within 30 miles of our house? What if she blindfolded him, disoriented him, and dropped him off in the middle of nowhere, somewhere within a 30-mile radius? What if he only had 12 hours to get back home? We share what happened in the first part of this episode. This led to…

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Nurturing Intimacy 43:02

1+ y ago43:02

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This week we're discussing how to cultivate and nurture intimacy within marriage. Does it really only revolve around the bedroom? We share ways that have helped us grow in intimacy. There are some laughs and some true stories. We hope you're encouraged!By Matthew & Amy Weldon

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Leaning Into the Hard 50:57

2y ago50:57

50:57

This week's episode is all about the hard stuff. This past week was really hard, with the passing of a friend and the completion of Amy's first ultra-marathon and Matthew's not first one. We share some lessons we picked up along the journey of preparing for this week and also what God spoke to us while we went through the lonely and difficult exper…

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The Importance of Legacy- with Michael & Shellie Elrod 56:48

2y ago56:48

56:48

This week we had the immense pleasure of chatting with friends, Michael & Shellie Elrod. There are so many bites of wisdom in here- you have to listen! Michael shares why he decided to join the Man of War Crucible, and the impact it made on him and his family. He also shares an incredibly personal story with us. We were blessed, encouraged, challen…

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Creating the Modern Day Warrior 49:36

2y ago49:36

49:36

This week we discuss the different areas of growth we’ve experienced in the last two years since Matthew went through the Man of War Crucible. What is the crucible? How does it apply to our lives today? Our conversation morphs into the characteristics of a needy and controlling wife and the importance of not manipulating your man out of what he is …

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Making Room for Adventure 39:20

2y ago39:20

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This week we go down memory lane a bit as we discuss the topic of adventure! Sadly, it is very easy to insulate ourselves from the adventures of life when we fall back into comfort, familiarity, and ease. We encourage you not to forget that it’s okay to be uncomfortable for a little while if you’re involved in something with tremendous purpose. We …

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Infidelity & Confession in Marriage: a powerful story of redemption with the Millers 1:21:31

2y ago1:21:31

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This week we had the immense honor of chatting with Patrick & Mary June Miller. We’ve known each other for almost 15 years, and the hilarious way we met was definitely a God thing! Their story is full of difficulty, hope, anguish and healing, as they both share how they had to walk through the doors of their worst fears. If you or someone you love …

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The Damaging Effects of Purity Culture & Legalism 44:59

2y ago44:59

44:59

We’re excited to be back to recording after a small summer hiatus. We are diving into a subject that may be controversial to some. Purity culture. What is it? Has it helped our marriage? What is attached to it? This episode is packed with some conversations we've been having recently together, so we thought we'd chat about it here. Every once in a …

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Keeping Marriage Fun 51:09

2y ago51:09

51:09

This week's episode explores the fun to be had in marriage and how to recapture it. There are a few silly moments we didn't edit out, so we hope you're able to chuckle along with us.By Matthew & Amy Weldon

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God Works Best with Broken People: Story of Alcoholism & Redemption 1:01:11

2y ago1:01:11

1:01:11

This week we had the honor of speaking with our friends Patrick and Lori Foster. Patrick is an airline pilot and they live in Texas with their son, John. They open up about their very difficult journey through alcoholism, and how they came out the other side with a new lease on life. Theirs is a powerful story of redemption and what happens when yo…

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Shattering Perceived Limits- One Ultramarathon at a Time 43:45

2y ago43:45

43:45

Today's episode was a lot of fun to record. We recently got back from another ultramarathon, and we tell the story of how Matthew got into ultras in the first place, why he does them, and some of the things we've learned because of them. Lessons like: *Your greatest growth is in the most uncomfortable environment. *When you have to figure things ou…

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Navigating Grief & Loss (our personal experience) 33:55

2y ago33:55

33:55

In this episode, we navigate the difficult topic of grief and loss. As we discuss our most recent miscarriage, this might be sensitive to some, but we hope it is also encouraging. I shared the steps I took to go through the process of healing, and how the feelings of loss never really go away, but how it is possible to grow from that experience. Go…

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Faith Equals Risk 34:56

2y ago34:56

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In today's episode, we are talking all about faith. What is it? How can we make it grow? What is an abundant mindset? How does money fit into this topic? We end with a challenge that we hope propels you forward from wherever you are on your journey.By Matthew & Amy Weldon

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Contentment without Complacency 31:16

2y ago31:16

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This week we are discussing contentment, complacency, vision, purpose and gratitude. Complacency is the enemy of growth. How do we live with contentment and yet not with complacency? How does gratitude fit in with your value and worth? How do you know what your purpose is? We touch on the story of Corrie ten Boom. If you are not familiar with her s…

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The Lost Art of Hospitality & Facetime 50:46

2+ y ago50:46

50:46

In this episode we begin with some candid, unscripted conversation about hospitality. We both share some of our favorite memories about how we felt the most connected with our families growing up, and how those memories have played a part in how we parent today. Maybe you have a job which doesn't allow you to come home every day. How can you still …

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When Abuse Comes to Light: with Naghmeh Panahi- Part 2 46:00

2+ y ago46:00

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This week we continue with part 2 of our discussion with Naghmeh Panahi. Last week we opened the uncomfortable topic of abuse in the church as Naghmeh shared her own experience of abuse and working with women in the same situation. We picked up our conversation this week with the question of why do we need to keep talking about this? Listen as she …

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When Abuse Comes to Light: with Naghmeh Panahi- Part 1 39:36

2+ y ago39:36

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If you haven’t heard Naghmeh’s story, it is important to get the background before listening to today’s episode. You can find and listen to it here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ex-wife-tells-of-abuse-betrayal-behind-savesaeed/id1470242499?i=1000536450369 This week we are diving deep into an uncomfortable topic and shining a light on the v…

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Parenting Teens... From Their Point of View! 46:06

2+ y ago46:06

46:06

We are so excited to have some special guests on today’s show: our three oldest kiddos! We ask them about their favorite memories growing up, a valuable lesson they’ve learned, and discuss what it is like to cultivate an environment of repentance and forgiveness in our home. As we chat with each one, you get a glimpse into their personalities and m…

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