Focus On Your Own Family

Stephanie

Many children born in the late 1970s to the present day have found themselves influenced by Dr James Dobson founder of Focus on the Family.  James Dobson equated child rearing to training dogs, his harmful abusive training techniques raised a generation of children. We would like to speak up.

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Meeting they/them Pt 1- Pastor Paul's story
6d ago
Meeting they/them Pt 1- Pastor Paul's story
Please support this podcast by checking out the PATREONThis was recorded the day before the Trump verdict was read-Earlier this season I had Pastor Paul on, I knew I wanted to have them back on for Pride month. During this podcast I deviated from the normal format and let the conversation go where it wanted to go. Paul and I discuss aspects of dissociative identity disorder and what it is like meeting yourself in all their forms. Join me in the beautiful conversation about the evolution of coming home to yourself.  Paul comes back for a part 2Pauls's socialsFor those that want to be on the podcast make sure to reach out—link in the show notes.Pre-roll music is composed by Joanna Whaley For those who want to subscribe to my Patreon please look at the show notes for more informationMusic composed by Joanna WhaleySupport the Show.This podcast contains the personal accounts, thoughts, and opinions of guests. Focus on Your Own Family podcast will not be held liable for the personal feelings, and accounts of their guests. Focus on your Own family podcast holds itself to the highest level of integrity, and the reporting that we do in this podcast to a very high standard. We believe in showing evidence, and letting people draw their conclusions from that evidence. If you would like to be a guest on this podcast please email me.Your life matters, National help numbersSHOW YOUR SUPPORTMY PATREON:Please reach out: focusonyourownfamilypodcast@gmail.comFOLLOW ME ON SOCIALSLINKTREEINTRO AND OUTRO MUSICScott Buckley "Omega"COMMERCIAL MUSICComposed by Joanna Whaley
Mending Me- Noah's story
Jun 3 2024
Mending Me- Noah's story
Support this podcast check out the PATREONPlease welcome my friend Noah (He/him/they/them). Noah is a transgender male and his story is about mending himself. Raised inside fundamentalist evangelicalism and under the strict parenting styles of James Dobson, Noah is reparenting himself through learning how to love himself. Join Noah and I as we discuss going no contact, breaking free of evangelicalism, and finding new paths. I am deeply honored to have Noah as my guest.Noah's socialsFor those that want to be on the podcast make sure to reach out—link in the show notes.Pre-roll music is composed by Joanna Whaley For those who want to subscribe to my Patreon please look at the show notes for more informationMusic composed by Joanna WhaleySupport the Show.This podcast contains the personal accounts, thoughts, and opinions of guests. Focus on Your Own Family podcast will not be held liable for the personal feelings, and accounts of their guests. Focus on your Own family podcast holds itself to the highest level of integrity, and the reporting that we do in this podcast to a very high standard. We believe in showing evidence, and letting people draw their conclusions from that evidence. If you would like to be a guest on this podcast please email me.Your life matters, National help numbersSHOW YOUR SUPPORTMY PATREON:Please reach out: focusonyourownfamilypodcast@gmail.comFOLLOW ME ON SOCIALSLINKTREEINTRO AND OUTRO MUSICScott Buckley "Omega"COMMERCIAL MUSICComposed by Joanna Whaley
Jason Kirk- Hell Is A World Without You
May 3 2024
Jason Kirk- Hell Is A World Without You
Support the podcast by checking out the PATREONToday I have the honor of interviewing Jason Kirk. Jason is a NYT sports editor and he took time in-between the draft to have this conversation. Aside from Jason's job at the NYT, he and his wife co-host the VBS podcast, and he authored "Hell is a world without you." This book is about a group of kids navigating their way through youth group and school. He highlights the tension points so well, there were moments I felt like I was back in youth group.I enjoyed this conversation and I hope you all will too.Jason's Socials and link to his bookFor those that want to be on the podcast make sure to reach out—link in the show notes.Pre-roll music is composed by Joanna Whaley For those who want to subscribe to my Patreon please look at the show notes for more informationMusic composed by Joanna WhaleySupport the Show.This podcast contains the personal accounts, thoughts, and opinions of guests. Focus on Your Own Family podcast will not be held liable for the personal feelings, and accounts of their guests. Focus on your Own family podcast holds itself to the highest level of integrity, and the reporting that we do in this podcast to a very high standard. We believe in showing evidence, and letting people draw their conclusions from that evidence. If you would like to be a guest on this podcast please email me.Your life matters, National help numbersSHOW YOUR SUPPORTMY PATREON:Please reach out: focusonyourownfamilypodcast@gmail.comFOLLOW ME ON SOCIALSLINKTREEINTRO AND OUTRO MUSICScott Buckley "Omega"COMMERCIAL MUSICComposed by Joanna Whaley
The EXvangelicals- NY Times best selling author Sarah McCammon
Apr 12 2024
The EXvangelicals- NY Times best selling author Sarah McCammon
Support the podcast check out the patreonI had the privilege of sitting down and talking with Sarah McCammon, New York Times best-selling author of "The Evangelicals".  Sarah and I discuss the book and some similarities from growing up evangelical. Sarah is a national political correspondent for NPR, this was truly an honor to spend some time chatting with her.Please check out Sarah's socialsSUBSTACKINSTAGRAMThe EXvangelicalsFor those that want to be on the podcast make sure to reach out—link in the show notes.Pre-roll music is composed by Joanna Whaley For those who want to subscribe to my Patreon please look at the show notes for more informationMusic composed by Joanna WhaleySupport the Show.This podcast contains the personal accounts, thoughts, and opinions of guests. Focus on Your Own Family podcast will not be held liable for the personal feelings, and accounts of their guests. Focus on your Own family podcast holds itself to the highest level of integrity, and the reporting that we do in this podcast to a very high standard. We believe in showing evidence, and letting people draw their conclusions from that evidence. If you would like to be a guest on this podcast please email me.Your life matters, National help numbersSHOW YOUR SUPPORTMY PATREON:Please reach out: focusonyourownfamilypodcast@gmail.comFOLLOW ME ON SOCIALSLINKTREEINTRO AND OUTRO MUSICScott Buckley "Omega"COMMERCIAL MUSICComposed by Joanna Whaley
Joanna- Decolonizing the Colonizers PT 1
Mar 15 2024
Joanna- Decolonizing the Colonizers PT 1
Support the podcast and subscribe to the PATREONPlease Join me in welcoming back Joanna Whaley! Joanna is an incredible trans woman and all around badass who has become a close friend. I am so thankful to have her back to have this conversation about patriarchy and how she once benefitted from that privilege. She discusses how she did not know she held privilege until she realized she no longer held privilege. Please go check out season one of this podcast and listen to her episode about her surviving conversion therapy. JOANNA SOCIALSFor those that want to be on the podcast make sure to reach out—link in the show notes.Pre-roll music is composed by Joanna Whaley For those who want to subscribe to my Patreon please look at the show notes for more informationMusic composed by Joanna WhaleySupport the Show.This podcast contains the personal accounts, thoughts, and opinions of guests. Focus on Your Own Family podcast will not be held liable for the personal feelings, and accounts of their guests. Focus on your Own family podcast holds itself to the highest level of integrity, and the reporting that we do in this podcast to a very high standard. We believe in showing evidence, and letting people draw their conclusions from that evidence. If you would like to be a guest on this podcast please email me.Your life matters, National help numbersSHOW YOUR SUPPORTMY PATREON:Please reach out: focusonyourownfamilypodcast@gmail.comFOLLOW ME ON SOCIALSLINKTREEINTRO AND OUTRO MUSICScott Buckley "Omega"COMMERCIAL MUSICComposed by Joanna Whaley
Fire In The Whole-Robert's Story
Mar 1 2024
Fire In The Whole-Robert's Story
To support the podcast please Join the PATRONRobert Callahan is an author, lawyer, and content creator. Raised inside evangelicalism and the military he shares his unique perspective on parenting, church, and society. Robert and I have a conversation about his upcoming book "Fire In The Whole" which I am so excited about. In this episode Robert and I talk about his use of fire as symbolism in his book. Please go check out and support himROBERTS SOCIALSFor those that want to be on the podcast make sure to reach out—link in the show notes.Pre-roll music is composed by Joanna Whaley For those who want to subscribe to my Patreon please look at the show notes for more informationMusic composed by Joanna WhaleySupport the Show.This podcast contains the personal accounts, thoughts, and opinions of guests. Focus on Your Own Family podcast will not be held liable for the personal feelings, and accounts of their guests. Focus on your Own family podcast holds itself to the highest level of integrity, and the reporting that we do in this podcast to a very high standard. We believe in showing evidence, and letting people draw their conclusions from that evidence. If you would like to be a guest on this podcast please email me.Your life matters, National help numbersSHOW YOUR SUPPORTMY PATREON:Please reach out: focusonyourownfamilypodcast@gmail.comFOLLOW ME ON SOCIALSLINKTREEINTRO AND OUTRO MUSICScott Buckley "Omega"COMMERCIAL MUSICComposed by Joanna Whaley
Parenting Moving Forward- Pastor Paul
Feb 23 2024
Parenting Moving Forward- Pastor Paul
Interested in supporting this podcast? Please check out the PATREONPaul is on the podcast today. I have been looking forward to this interview for a while. During the pandemic, I discovered the "Evangelicalish" podcast. I spent so much of my day walking because life felt so small during that time. Paul, April, and Jeremey were people that I could relate to and people that permitted me to ask tough questions. Paul is an advocate for the queer and trans communities. As a former Evangelical Pastor, he now educates people on the dangers of Christian nationalism through speaking and social media platforms. I am personally so grateful for Paul's voice and passion for human rights. please follow Paul!PAULS SOCIALSFor those that want to be on the podcast make sure to reach out—link in the show notes.Pre-roll music is composed by Joanna Whaley For those who want to subscribe to my Patreon please look at the show notes for more informationMusic composed by Joanna WhaleySupport the Show.This podcast contains the personal accounts, thoughts, and opinions of guests. Focus on Your Own Family podcast will not be held liable for the personal feelings, and accounts of their guests. Focus on your Own family podcast holds itself to the highest level of integrity, and the reporting that we do in this podcast to a very high standard. We believe in showing evidence, and letting people draw their conclusions from that evidence. If you would like to be a guest on this podcast please email me.Your life matters, National help numbersSHOW YOUR SUPPORTMY PATREON:Please reach out: focusonyourownfamilypodcast@gmail.comFOLLOW ME ON SOCIALSLINKTREEINTRO AND OUTRO MUSICScott Buckley "Omega"COMMERCIAL MUSICComposed by Joanna Whaley
Poetically deconstructing- Abel's story Pt 2
Feb 9 2024
Poetically deconstructing- Abel's story Pt 2
Support the podcast by checking out the PATREONAbel is known on TIKTOK for his social justice and anti-racism videos. His videos are educational and incredibly thought-provoking. is back for the second part of our discussion. We cover a variety of difficult topics through a laid-back conversation. Abel grew up in Alaska, he spent his early adult years as a professional boxer. He is not a trainer for fighters and a social justice advocate. You can find Abel HEREFor those that want to be on the podcast make sure to reach out—link in the show notes.Pre-roll music is composed by Joanna Whaley For those who want to subscribe to my Patreon please look at the show notes for more informationMusic composed by Joanna WhaleySupport the Show.This podcast contains the personal accounts, thoughts, and opinions of guests. Focus on Your Own Family podcast will not be held liable for the personal feelings, and accounts of their guests. Focus on your Own family podcast holds itself to the highest level of integrity, and the reporting that we do in this podcast to a very high standard. We believe in showing evidence, and letting people draw their conclusions from that evidence. If you would like to be a guest on this podcast please email me.Your life matters, National help numbersSHOW YOUR SUPPORTMY PATREON:Please reach out: focusonyourownfamilypodcast@gmail.comFOLLOW ME ON SOCIALSLINKTREEINTRO AND OUTRO MUSICScott Buckley "Omega"COMMERCIAL MUSICComposed by Joanna Whaley
Carrying Water For The Patriarchy-A Conversation With Rev Karla
Jan 26 2024
Carrying Water For The Patriarchy-A Conversation With Rev Karla
Support the podcast by joining the PatreonPlease join me in welcoming back Rev Karla. I am so thankful that I had the opportunity to sit down with her again. Rev Karla is an interfaith minister,  healer, teacher, mother, auntie, friend, advocate, and fierce fighter for social justice. She generously shares her wisdom daily on her social media platforms. Rev Karla also has classes on her website ranging from meditating/finding peace to healing from religious trauma. PLEASE CHECK OUT REV KARLA'S SOCIALS AND WEBSITEFor those that want to be on the podcast make sure to reach out—link in the show notes.Pre-roll music is composed by Joanna Whaley For those who want to subscribe to my Patreon please look at the show notes for more informationMusic composed by Joanna WhaleySupport the Show.This podcast contains the personal accounts, thoughts, and opinions of guests. Focus on Your Own Family podcast will not be held liable for the personal feelings, and accounts of their guests. Focus on your Own family podcast holds itself to the highest level of integrity, and the reporting that we do in this podcast to a very high standard. We believe in showing evidence, and letting people draw their conclusions from that evidence. If you would like to be a guest on this podcast please email me.Your life matters, National help numbersSHOW YOUR SUPPORTMY PATREON:Please reach out: focusonyourownfamilypodcast@gmail.comFOLLOW ME ON SOCIALSLINKTREEINTRO AND OUTRO MUSICScott Buckley "Omega"COMMERCIAL MUSICComposed by Joanna Whaley
Dave's Story- Shifting Away From Shame
Jan 19 2024
Dave's Story- Shifting Away From Shame
Please support the podcast-check out the PATREONDave Capozzi is a podcast host, teacher, and former evangelical pastor. I met Dave a little over one year ago when I was a guest on his podcast. In this episode, Dave and I discuss the shame that was distilled in all of us who grew up with purity culture and the Dobson messaging of true love waits. I encourage each one of you to listen to Dave's podcast. He does a remarkable job interviewing his guests and always creates thought-provoking content.DAVE'S SOCIALSFor those that want to be on the podcast make sure to reach out—link in the show notes.Pre-roll music is composed by Joanna Whaley For those who want to subscribe to my Patreon please look at the show notes for more informationMusic composed by Joanna WhaleySupport the Show.This podcast contains the personal accounts, thoughts, and opinions of guests. Focus on Your Own Family podcast will not be held liable for the personal feelings, and accounts of their guests. Focus on your Own family podcast holds itself to the highest level of integrity, and the reporting that we do in this podcast to a very high standard. We believe in showing evidence, and letting people draw their conclusions from that evidence. If you would like to be a guest on this podcast please email me.Your life matters, National help numbersSHOW YOUR SUPPORTMY PATREON:Please reach out: focusonyourownfamilypodcast@gmail.comFOLLOW ME ON SOCIALSLINKTREEINTRO AND OUTRO MUSICScott Buckley "Omega"COMMERCIAL MUSICComposed by Joanna Whaley
Stephanie's story- They Never Broke Me
Dec 15 2023
Stephanie's story- They Never Broke Me
Support the podcast!  Subscribe to the PATREONThis is the final episode of season one. This has been an incredible first season, I am only taking a few weeks off. I will be back the second week of January with season 2.  On today's podcast I am sharing a bit of my life with you all. I have already shared so much, but there are bits and pieces that you may not know about me.  Thank you all so much for your support, it would not be what it is and not reaching who it need to reach without you all. For those that want to be on the podcast make sure to reach out—link in the show notes.Pre-roll music is composed by Joanna Whaley For those who want to subscribe to my Patreon please look at the show notes for more informationMusic composed by Joanna WhaleySupport the Show.This podcast contains the personal accounts, thoughts, and opinions of guests. Focus on Your Own Family podcast will not be held liable for the personal feelings, and accounts of their guests. Focus on your Own family podcast holds itself to the highest level of integrity, and the reporting that we do in this podcast to a very high standard. We believe in showing evidence, and letting people draw their conclusions from that evidence. If you would like to be a guest on this podcast please email me.Your life matters, National help numbersSHOW YOUR SUPPORTMY PATREON:Please reach out: focusonyourownfamilypodcast@gmail.comFOLLOW ME ON SOCIALSLINKTREEINTRO AND OUTRO MUSICScott Buckley "Omega"COMMERCIAL MUSICComposed by Joanna Whaley
Chad's Shiny Happy Story
Dec 1 2023
Chad's Shiny Happy Story
Please support the Podcast-Join the PatreonChad Harris is someone you might recognize. He is from the Amazon Prime documentary "Shiny Happy People." Chad talks about his early childhood which he was named "The Strong Willed Child" and then he talks about how he was immersed in the IBLP/ATI world. Chad and I have a lot of crossover in our Fundamentalist upbringing. This conversation is filled with serious topics and some dark humor.  Please check out Chad's socials.CHAD'S SOCIALSFor those that want to be on the podcast make sure to reach out—link in the show notes.Pre-roll music is composed by Joanna Whaley For those who want to subscribe to my Patreon please look at the show notes for more informationMusic composed by Joanna WhaleySupport the Show.This podcast contains the personal accounts, thoughts, and opinions of guests. Focus on Your Own Family podcast will not be held liable for the personal feelings, and accounts of their guests. Focus on your Own family podcast holds itself to the highest level of integrity, and the reporting that we do in this podcast to a very high standard. We believe in showing evidence, and letting people draw their conclusions from that evidence. If you would like to be a guest on this podcast please email me.Your life matters, National help numbersSHOW YOUR SUPPORTMY PATREON:Please reach out: focusonyourownfamilypodcast@gmail.comFOLLOW ME ON SOCIALSLINKTREEINTRO AND OUTRO MUSICScott Buckley "Omega"COMMERCIAL MUSICComposed by Joanna Whaley