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In these episodes we discuss the current events going on around the World.
Oct. 16, 2024

#282 The Power of Judgment in a Fragile Society: Raising Resilient Children in a 'Sensitive' World

In this episode, Greg and Rachel Denning delve into the pervasive issue of entitlement in families and society , exploring how it shapes behavior and undermines resilience. They emphasize the importance of free speech as a t…
Sept. 11, 2024

#277 Killing Sacred Cows: Why So Many People Are Leaving the Church

Welcome to this episode, where hosts Greg and Rachel Denning dive into a crucial and timely discussion: Why are so many people leaving the church? They tackle the often-taboo topic of questioning religious beliefs and practi…
Sept. 4, 2024

#276 Making Sense of Current Trends & Events - A Humble Conversation to Understand the World Today

In this compelling episode, hosts Greg and Rachel Denning dive deep into making sense of current events and the societal trends that are causing increasing concern for many parents. They explore the chilling effects of speak…
Aug. 7, 2024

#272 Surviving & Thriving the Current Fourth Turning: Mental, Emotional, Physical, and Financial 'Resourcefulness'

In this episode, Greg and Rachel Denning dive deep into today's global issues and share their insights on how to stay informed and prepared . They discuss the significance of asking the right questions and seeking informatio…
July 31, 2024

#271: Adventures in Mongolia & Beyond: Building Relationships, Learning from Travel, and Some Current Events

Join Greg and Rachel Denning as they take you on a thrilling journey through their recent bucket list adventure and travel across London, Kazakhstan , Mongolia , China & Qatar . In this episode, they share captivating storie…
Feb. 27, 2024

#250 Wokeism is a Cult that is Destroying Society

It wasn't too long ago that I would have been hesitant to make such a bold statement -- that wokesim is a dangerous cult. That's because I have many beliefs that are in line with the underlying viewpoints, such as open-minde…
Oct. 24, 2023

#238 Israel/Palestine, Ukraine, W.H.O., 'The Great Reset', Tolerance, Murdered Activists, and Other Craziness! 🤪

We cover a LOT of things in this episode as we discuss, examine, and analyze things that have been on our minds during the last week and as we ask each other WHAT'S GOING ON IN THE WORLD?? We're not talking about conspiracy …
Sept. 19, 2023

#234 College, Drug Lords, Billboards & Totalitarianism in America

After nine months of traveling outside of the USA (to 17+ countries from Tromsø to Cairo), we return to take care of some things that will help us make a permanent transition to our home base in Portugal... But as usual, the…
Aug. 29, 2023

#233 The Impending Unraveling (and Collapse?) of Society -- How to Protect Your Family

In this episode, we philosophize (are you surprised?) about observations we've been making for the past decade or more as we've read, studied, and traveled to 50+ countries. It's kind of like putting together a puzzle. You t…
April 4, 2023

#217 To Control Guns or Not to Control Guns? -- This is NOT the (Right) Question

In our podcast episodes, we like to answer questions we’re asked or to discuss topics that impact — or fire — us up. Lately, we’ve been discussing together the most recent school shooting in the United States (and the result…
Dec. 6, 2022

#202 Video Games & Virtual Worlds -- How to Get Our Sons & Husband's Back

Hey everybody! Greg and I are in Oslo, Norway with our family, recovering from jet lag. In a few hours, we fly to Tromsø, 220 miles north of the Arctic Circle . Tomorrow begins our first Norway trip where 18 other people wil…
Dec. 1, 2022

COACHING SESSION: Boys Adrift: Why Boys & Men Turn to Video Games and What to Do About It

This content is taken from a recording of a live coaching session with our Extraordinary Family Life Formula coaching group. It is member-only content. If you would like to access it you can join The Formula or you can subsc…
Nov. 22, 2022

#201 Toxic Masculinity & the Epidemic of Gaming Addictions & Unmotivated, Underachieving Boys & Young Men

We like to get our podcast topics from issues that really ‘fire us up’ (it makes for better discussions). This week, I was fired up by some comments left on an Instagram Reel I created about allowing ‘boys to be boys’ with a…
June 28, 2022

#183 Seeing BEYOND Roe Vs. Wade, Gun Control, & Other 'Surface Tensions'

There is a lot of ‘surface tension’ in the media today -- social and mainstream. Lots of polarity and opposition about intense topics. And it bothers me. Because it paints the picture that there are only two sides to any iss…
April 2, 2022

#173 Beauty, Art, Changing World Order, & Jordan Peterson Live

Greg and I are always fascinated by ideas , the search for truth , intellectual discussion , and meaningful connection . As intentionally as we have designed our lifestyle, it’s still rare for us to have all of those things …