How Sexual Predators Lure Kids without Parents Suspecting a Thing (w/ Dr. Rondy Smith) - "Best Of" Ep. 87

How can Christian parents safeguard their children in a world where sexual exploitation is hidden in plain sight—even within their own homes? In this crucial episode of Christian Parent/Crazy World, Catherine welcomes Dr. Rondy Smith, founder and CEO of Rest Stop Ministries—the first long-term res…

It’s in EVERY ZIP Code: How You Can Help End Human Trafficking (w/ Dr. Rondy Smith) - "Best Of" Ep. 86

Sex Trafficking: A Crisis Closer Than You Think Sex trafficking is one of the greatest human rights crises of our time—a dark, shocking reality that is not just happening “somewhere else,” but in neighborhoods and communities across America. In this crucial episode, Catherine is joined by Dr. Rond…

Science vs. God? Three Discoveries That Point to a Creator ( w/ Allan Pereira) - Ep. 179

When your child comes home asking if science and faith can coexist, how will you answer? In this eye-opening episode, Catherine takes on one of the most pressing battlegrounds for today’s Christian families: the supposed war between science and belief. Are young people right to think science has r…

From Survival to Overcoming: Find Spiritual Plunder in Life’s Plot Twists (w/ Dr. Erin Barry) - Ep. 178

Life will throw you curveballs—but what does it take to overcome rather than become bitter, broken, or stuck? Every parent knows the reality: plans fall apart, hearts break, and the future can look nothing like what we expected. In those moments, the temptation is to let disappointment, anger, or …

When Life Unravels: Biblical Strategies for Life's Hardest Seasons (w/ Dr. Erin Barry) - Ep. 177

When Life Throws a Curveball: How to Stay Faithful When the Bottom Drops Out Few challenges stretch a parent’s faith and emotional reserves more than life’s unexpected curveball seasons—the plot twists that leave you wondering, “God, what are you doing?” How do you remain anchored in truth when th…

When We’ve Blown It: 7 Steps to Restore Connection With Our Kids (w/ Kirsten Vossler) - "Best of" Ep. 74

Every Christian parent will, at some point, “blow it” with their kids—but what you do next could be the difference between wounds that linger and relationships that deepen. In this special “Best Of” episode, host Catherine tackles one of the most universal and important questions in parenting: How…

8 Words That Can Transform Your Relationship with Your Child - "Best Of" Ep. 85

Nothing repairs a parent-child relationship—or models the heart of the gospel—more powerfully than eight humble words: “I’m sorry. I was wrong. Please forgive me.” In a world where authority is often prized over humility, Catherine shines a light on the crucial, yet challenging, words every parent …

What the Bible Really Teaches about Money, Tithing, and Giving (w/ Clifton Payne Jr.) - Ep. 176

Few topics divide opinion in the church like money. But what if much of what we've been taught about giving isn't truly biblical? In this eye-opening episode, host Catherine welcomes Bible scholar and award-winning author, Clifton Payne Jr., to set the record straight on what the Bible really says…

When Leaders Exploit the Flock: A Biblical Response to Scandals ( w/ Clifton Payne Jr.) - Ep. 175

When spiritual heroes fall, what happens to our faith—and that of our children? Financial manipulation and abuse within the church can leave deep wounds, shaking the foundation of trust and faith for entire families. In this powerful episode of Christian Parent/Crazy World, host Catherine tackles …

Finding Financial Freedom: Breaking Free from Debt and Anxiety (w/ Jade Durham) - Ep. 174

Few burdens weigh heavier on Christian parents than the relentless stress of financial uncertainty. How do we model faith, provide for our families, and cultivate peace amid mounting bills and pressure from every side? With over 60% of Americans living paycheck to paycheck and credit card interest…