Helping families succeed is what this podcast is all about. Jim Burns interviews some of the world’s leading experts on Strong Marriages - Confident Parenting – Empowered Kids – Healthy Leaders. Each episode brings practical insights, vulnerability, authentic communication and fun! Jim is the President of HomeWord and speaks to thousands of people a year. He has 3 million resources in print in over 20 languages. Jim sees his calling to come alongside parents and marriages and give them hope, ...
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The Really Big Show: Poilievre demands reopening of Parliament
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Episode 39-Set Adrift: Deconstructing What You Believe Without Sinking Your Faith-Sean McDowell
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For those of us with teens on the verge of leaving for college, it’s understandable that our prayer for them is that they will stand strong in their faith once out of our sight. We hope they will keep and honor the values they were raised with - but what if they don’t? Today, Jim welcomes Sean McDowell to discuss his book, Set Adrift: Deconstructin…
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The Really Big Show: Trump now president, Biden pardons family
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The Really Big Show: Freeland, Carney, TikTok and Joe Rogan
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The Really Big Show: Alberta refuses to back Ottawa's retaliation plan
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The Really Big Show: Premiers meet to discuss Trump tariff threat
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The Really Big Show: Carney in the Big Apple, Clark calls it a day
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The Really Big Show: Mrs Smith goes to Florida
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The Really Big Show: Joly not running for Liberal leadership, Trudeau on CNN
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Episode 38-Healthy Discipline: Creating Character, Developing Responsibility and Changing Behaviors with guest Paige Clingenpeel
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What do you think of when you hear the word ‘discipline’? Depending on how you were raised, that word can bring up all kinds of memories and emotions! Too often the word discipline is synonymous with punishment but are they actually the same thing? Today, Jim welcomes Embracing Your Season podcast host and licensed mental health counselor Paige Cli…
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The Really Big Show: Migrant workers, Trump's annexation threat
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The Really Big Show:Tories demand election now after Trudeau resignation speech
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The Really Big Show: Trudeau announces resignation, UK PM attacks Musk
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The Really Big Show: Poilievre chats with Peterson
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The Really Big Show: CEO pay, equalization payments, Tesla
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Episode 37-The Mindful Marriage: From Pain to Intimacy with guests Ron and Nan Deal
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Struggling to find your footing in marriage? Feeling lonely, misunderstood, or like your relationship is at a crossroads? You’re not alone. Even marriages of 30+ years face truly tough seasons, grief, and moments of uncertainty. In this episode, Jim sits down with Ron and Nan Deal - seasoned veterans of marriage who’ve faced these challenges head-o…
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The Really Big Show: Another bleak poll for Trudeau and the Liberals
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The Really Big Show: Jagmeet says he will bring down Justin Trudeau
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The Really Big Show: Lots of good news and some Trudeau turmoil
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The Really Big Show: Turmoil in Ottawa
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The Really Big Show: Big disruption in the Federal Government
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The Really Big Show: More than half of Canadians scared of losing their home
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The Really Big Show: Trudeau branded an 'insufferable fool,' premier threatens to cut US energy
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Episode 36-What Parenting Teaches Us About Life, Faith and Ourselves with guest Sarah Bragg
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Parenting often feels like a whirlwind, leaving little time to recognize the valuable lessons we’re learning along the way - mostly because those lessons don't become clear until we have a moment of quiet reflection (a rare occurrence until the kids leave the house!). In this episode, Jim sits down with author and podcast host Sarah Bragg to explor…
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The Really Big Show: Premiers to discuss Trump threat with Trudeau, BoC drops rate
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The Really Big Show: Trump trolls Trudeau
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The Really Big Show: Jumbo Bank of Canada rate cut expected, GST holiday could cost $2.7B
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Need to KNow with Jim Csek: Unemployment across Canada up again, but not in BC
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Episode 35-Intentional Parenting with guest Doug Fields
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On today’s episode of HomeWord, Jim welcomes back author, speaker, and good friend Doug Fields to discuss his book, Intentional Parenting. Life moves quickly and it’s easy to fall into a parenting pattern that lacks intentionality - most of the time you’re just trying to make it through the day! However, Jim and Doug want to make it clear that when…
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Need to KNow with Jim Csek: Mexican president insults Canada, dangerous time to be in politics
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Need to KNow with Jim Csek: Canada reportedly invited to join USA, martial law in South Korea
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Need to KNow with Jim Csek: Biden pardons son, Poilievre praises 'real refugees'
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Need to KNow with Jim Csek: Canadian media firms sue OpenAI, GDP per capita falls again
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Episode 34-Thank Therapy with Jim Burns
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What is your “Reflex Reaction”? When unexpected circumstances arise (as they so often do), do you react with joy and thankfulness or do you respond with irritation, grumbling, and complaining? Throughout the Bible we are instructed, and commanded, to rejoice always. But how do we do that when we are confronted with sickness, grief, and other things…
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Episode 33-Ask the Expert: Boundaries with Teens Part 2 with guest Dr. John Townsend
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Today’s episode of HomeWord is Part 2 with renowned psychologist, author, and leadership consultant Dr. John Townsend called Ask The Expert. In a special twist on our usual interview style, Jim and John roleplay a teenager and parent Q & A with common questions your teens may be asking. Jim and John go back and forth displaying how attitude, compro…
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Episode 32-Boundaries with Teens: When to Say Yes, How to Say No with guest Dr. John Townsend
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Navigating the pre-teen and teen years is an…adventure. Whether your child is approaching this stage or currently putting you through your paces, Jim’s conversation with renowned psychologist, author, and leadership consultant Dr. John Townsend is full of insight into this tumultuous season of parenting. Focusing on John’s book Boundaries with Teen…
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Episode 31-Drawing Closer TWOGETHER with Spiritual Intimacy with guest Ted Cunningham
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I think it’s safe to assume that most of us desire a marriage of intimacy. We long to be close to our spouse emotionally, spiritually, and physically - all God-given desires. But as Jim and author, speaker, pastor, and comedian Ted Cunningham point out, that doesn’t mean it’s easy! Our marriages must be approached with intention. You can’t keep wak…
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Episode 30-Arlene Pellicane’s Top Nine Questions About Screen Time and Kids
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Today, Jim welcomes back author and speaker Arlene Pellicane to discuss the top 9 questions she’s asked about screen time and kids from her book Screen Kids: 5 Relational Skills Every Child Needs in a Tech-Driven World. From when to give kids a phone to how your child handles friendship without social media, from video games in the home to opposing…
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Episode 29-Responsible Digital Use in the Home with guest Arlene Pellicane
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If your kids or spouse came to you and said “I feel like you give your phone more attention than me”, would you be able to take it? Would it spur you to examine your digital use and make a change? On today’s episode of HomeWord, Jim welcomes author and speaker Arlene Pellicane to discuss her book Screen Kids: 5 Relational Skills Every Child Needs i…
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Episode 28-Healing is a Choice with guest Dr. Stephen Arterburn
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If you had the opportunity to heal, would you take it? It might seem like a silly question, but often, we become so accustomed to our pain, suffering, or grief that it feels like a part of who we are. Yet, true healing requires a conscious decision to pursue it. Today, Jim talks with renowned author, speaker, and founder of New Life Ministries, Ste…
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Episode 27-Leveraging The Power of Connection with Your Kids with guest Dr. Chinwe Williams
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Can parents combat the constant barrage of negative messaging our children receive from school, social media, and societal pressures? Though it seems like an uphill battle, there is hope! Today, Jim welcomes speaker, therapist, and best-selling author Dr. Chinwé Williams to discuss her book, Seen: Healing Despair and Anxiety in Kids and Teens Throu…
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Episode 26-Reconnecting in Your Marriage with Greg and Erin Smalley
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Have you ever felt like you and your spouse are more like roommates? Maybe five years ago, before this job, or before having kids, your relationship felt strong and emotionally connected. But now, things feel flat, distant, and maybe even a bit hopeless. If that sounds familiar, we have great news—this episode is for you! And more importantly, you'…
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Episode 25-Empty Nest Full Life with guest Jill Savage
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As parents, we devote at least two decades to raising our children so they can go off into the world as (hopefully) confident, kind, and capable individuals. It’s easy for our identity to get wrapped up in parenthood, but we eventually have to confront who we are once the kids are gone - and that can be intimidating. Jim welcomes author, speaker, a…
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Episode 24-Transforming Loneliness with guest Ruth Graham
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Studies show that Gen-Z is the loneliest generation despite the pervasiveness of technology. However, loneliness isn't new; it can be experienced by a single person, a married individual, a person in a church community - even in families. So how do we keep this experience from evolving into a lifelong condition? Jim welcomes author, speaker, and fo…
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Episode 23-Building Love Together in Blended Families with guest Ron Deal
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Blended families are a beautiful picture of hope after loss or pain. Two adults find themselves falling in love again and the possibilities seem endless! But - how does blending your family actually work? How do you navigate stepsiblings, former in-laws, money, and parenting? On today’s episode, Jim welcomes renowned blended-family expert Ron Deal …
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Episode 22-Relaxed: Walking with the One Who is Not Worried About a Thing with guest Megan Fate Marshman
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Sometimes you hear a story that plants seeds of change in your life. It challenges you, encourages you, takes root in your heart and mind - and you can sense that God wanted you to hear it at this moment. Jim’s conversation with Megan Fate Marshman; speaker, author, and teaching pastor is one that left our team profoundly impacted. With discussions…
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Episode 21- Changing Your Thoughts Can Change Your Marriage with guest Ted Lowe
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Have you fallen into a negative thinking pattern when it comes to your marriage? Are you praising your spouse in your mind or are you focusing on the things they do “wrong”? While this is not uncommon, it is a pattern that will not change unless you catch it, address it, and alter it. Jim welcomes writer, author, and speaker Ted Lowe to discuss thi…
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Episode 20-Rethinking Sexuality with guest Juli Slattery
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“We should not be ashamed to discuss what God was not ashamed to create.” - Howard Hendricks. This is the third installment of our Sexual Integrity series. Today, Jim welcomes Dr. Juli Slattery; a clinical psychologist, author, speaker, and the president/co-founder of Authentic Intimacy. This episode focuses on addressing our personal views on sexu…
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