Current Events And Culture Episodes
These episodes show you how we process the latest news, movements and cultural trends that impact our family business. We discuss topics like cultural values, the gender debate, the impact of social media and much more in these episodes!
Feb. 26, 2025
Battle for Life and Love: How the War in Israel Refined a Marriage
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.
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Feb. 12, 2025
Immigration Fear or Fact? Raids, Rights and What Your Family Needs to Know
Afraid of the prospect immigration challenges facing your community or 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 abou...
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Oct. 23, 2024
Safety First: What All Parents Need to Know to Protect Kids from Human Trafficking | S7 E8
In this video, we share important facts about the dark and dangerous world of human trafficking. We discuss how parents can protect their kids from criminals and predators, both online and in real life.
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June 19, 2024
United Against Hate: How To Have Tough Family Conversations About Antisemitism (w/ Rabbi Robyn Fisher) | S6 E38
In this powerful episode, we welcome Rabbi Robyn Fisher, spiritual leader of Beth Or in Miami, Florida, to the podcast to dive into the complexities of discussing antisemitism within our own homes.
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May 29, 2024
Kicker Chaos: Marriage, Gender Roles and Thoughts on the Harrison Butker Speech | S6 E35
A debate on gender roles roared into a firestorm after a speech by a Kansas City Chiefs kicker went viral. Chris and Richelle sit down to assess how these roles operate in their marriage and what works in reality.
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May 15, 2024
Building Bridges of Faith: How to Combat Antisemitism in our Communities | S6 E33
In this powerful interview, Steve Alessi, along with Community Newspapers host Fara Sax and Rabbi Robyn Fisher of Beth Or, shares powerful insights and real-life experiences on the battle against antisemitism.
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April 17, 2024
The Death of Normal: Why It's Important to Pursue a Higher Quality of Life | S6 E29
Whatever happened to being normal? In this episode, we show you the danger of accepting culture’s abnormal views, and the importance of taking responsibility for improving your life.
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April 10, 2024
Liberal vs. Conservative: How Should Your Christian Values Influence Your Vote? | S6 E28
Feeling torn between politics and faith? Do certain labels actually define the way you should vote? The Alessis tackle the divide between Christian values and societal issues so you can have clarity in at the ballot box.
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March 6, 2024
The Wisdom Gap: How to Gain Time-Tested Perspective on Today's Political Issues | S6 E23
Dr. Faith Fredrick returns to help the Alessis tackle generational perspectives, politically-charged conversations, and the hot-button issues that often divide families in an election season.
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Jan. 31, 2024
Makeup Madness? Sephora Kids, Dangerous Trends and What Parents Need to Know | S6 E18
The Family Business tackles the growing trend of young girls getting into makeup and skincare way too early due to the harmful influence of social media.
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Dec. 13, 2023
The Message of Modesty: Guidance For Young Women on What to Wear (and Why) | S6 E13
Does the way you dress truly represent who you are? The Alessi sisters have a real and candid conversation about their choices as modern young women and why they wear what they wear.
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Nov. 15, 2023
Afraid Of Adulting? Why (and How) Gen Z Can Handle Real-Life Responsibilities | S6 E9
Many voices in our culture claim that being a responsible adult is too hard for young people to handle. Chris Alessi and his wife Richelle sit down to examine a recent viral video that seems to exemplify this mindset - and explain why they aren't buying it as young adults.
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Nov. 1, 2023
Exposing the Green Room Effect: Why We Say NO to Celebrity Church Culture | S6 E7
What’s the “green room” effect, and how does this ministry family avoid it? Steve and Mary Alessi respond to the controversy over church leaders and their interactions (or lack of) with their congregations.
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Oct. 4, 2023
The Truth about Abortion: Exposing Health Risks & The Hidden Impact on Motherhood | S6 E3
This all-important conversation on the hidden costs of abortion with attorney Cristina Squiers continues with Part 2, including the rarely discussed risks of morning-after pills and why motherhood is being devalued.
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Sept. 27, 2023
The Truth about Abortion: How We Got Here & What Your Family Needs to Know | S6 E2
We uncover the roots and ideology behind abortion, and its effects on women and families, with a legal expert who has an inside view of this controversial topic.
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