Daily encouragement from a multitude of speakers, led by Dr. Kathy Koch. All topics covered are helpful not only to kids and their parents, but also to single adults, married couples, teachers, social workers, pastors, and many more. We hope you can be encouraged through these messages, send it to a friend so they can join you in joy and growth!
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Sep 29, 2026 · 20:53
In this episode of the Celebrate Kids Podcast, Dr. Kathy Koch and Wayne Stender explore concerns that young people may be losing some of the cognitive strength earlier…
Sep 28, 2026 · 20:45
In this episode of the Celebrate Kids Podcast, Dr. Kathy Koch and Wayne Stender explore why so many Americans are dissatisfied with education while often feeling better about…
Sep 25, 2026 · 25:37
In this episode of the Celebrate Kids Podcast, Dr. Kathy Koch and Wayne Stender address the growing threat of sextortion and why kids who are exploited online often stay silent…
Sep 24, 2026 · 16:29
In this episode of the Celebrate Kids podcast, host Wayne Stender and Dr. Kathy emphasize the critical roles boys and young men need to embody as sages, explorers, servants,…
Sep 23, 2026 · 13:48
In this episode of the Celebrate Kids podcast, Dr. Kathy delves into the challenges faced by today's youth, who often grapple with the pressures of hyperproductivity and the…
Sep 22, 2026 · 19:22
In this episode of the Celebrate Kids Podcast, Dr. Kathy Koch and Wayne Stender explore how artificial intelligence can support learning without replacing the thinking kids need…
Sep 21, 2026 · 18:40
In this episode of the Celebrate Kids Podcast, Dr. Kathy Koch and Wayne Stender explore why kids can become irritable, anxious, restless, and unfocused when screen time suddenly…
Sep 18, 2026 · 15:01
In this episode of the Celebrate Kids podcast, Dr. Kathy explores the impact of well-designed homework on student learning. She discusses recent research that shows that…
Sep 17, 2026 · 19:22
In this episode of the Celebrate Kids podcast, Dr. Kathy explores the dynamics of obedience and behavior in children and teenagers. Drawing on recent research from U.S. and…
Sep 16, 2026 · 21:16
In this episode of the Celebrate Kids Podcast, Dr. Kathy Koch and Wayne Stender explore how diagnoses such as autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and other learning differences can help…
Sep 15, 2026 · 15:06
In this episode of the Celebrate Kids Podcast, Dr. Kathy Koch and Wayne Stender explore the difference between compassionately supporting an anxious child and unintentionally…
Sep 14, 2026 · 21:26
In this episode of the Celebrate Kids Podcast, Dr. Kathy Koch and Wayne Stender explore what can happen when teenagers step away from phones and the constant pressure of being…
Sep 11, 2026 · 18:59
In this episode of the Celebrate Kids podcast, Dr. Kathy discusses the generational differences in patience and the impact of artificial intelligence on adolescent brain…
Sep 10, 2026 · 12:31
In this episode of the Celebrate Kids podcast, Dr. Kathy delves into the concerning impact of TikTok and other social media platforms on young users' mental health. Drawing from…
Sep 9, 2026 · 16:53
In this episode, Dr. Kathy Koch discusses the importance of recognizing and nurturing the different types of intelligences in children, particularly focusing on "word smart"…
Sep 8, 2026 · 23:22
In this episode of the Celebrate Kids Podcast, Dr. Kathy Koch and Wayne Stender explore why fully present play can have such a powerful impact on both kids and parents. They…
Sep 7, 2026 · 17:13
In this episode of the Celebrate Kids Podcast, Dr. Kathy Koch and Wayne Stender explore the growing influence of mental health content on social media and the important…
Sep 4, 2026 · 14:10
In today's episode Dr. Kathy explores the idea of Fawning, when a child seems agreeable but is actually suppressing opinions, ideas, and insight because he or she doesn't want to…
Sep 3, 2026 · 18:01
In this episode of the Celebrate Kids Podcast, Dr. Kathy Koch and Wayne Stender explore why telling an anxious child to "just relax" often does not work and what parents can do…
Sep 2, 2026 · 17:08
In this episode of the Celebrate Kids Podcast, Dr. Kathy Koch and Wayne Stender explore how sleep, nutrition, physical activity, and screen habits work together to shape a…
Sep 1, 2026 · 17:08
In this episode of the Celebrate Kids Podcast, Dr. Kathy Koch and Wayne Stender explore the often hidden cost of caregiving and what happens when loving someone else causes our…
Aug 31, 2026 · 20:42
In this episode of the Celebrate Kids Podcast, Dr. Kathy Koch and Wayne Stender explore new teen focused safeguards in ChatGPT and what they can, and cannot, do for young people.…
Aug 28, 2026 · 19:54
In this episode of the Celebrate Kids Podcast, Dr. Kathy Koch and Wayne Stender explore new neuroscience showing that the brain is built not only to remember the past, but to…
Aug 27, 2026 · 14:36
In this episode of the Celebrate Kids podcast, Dr. Kathy explores the pressures parents face as their children return to school, particularly the urge to ensure high achievement…
Aug 26, 2026 · 16:22
In this episode of the Celebrate Kids Podcast, Dr. Kathy Koch and Wayne Stender explore why more young people are disengaging from education and work and why the answer may begin…
Aug 25, 2026 · 16:38
In this episode of the Celebrate Kids Podcast, Dr. Kathy Koch and Wayne Stender explore new research showing how severe early childhood stress can leave lasting biological…
Aug 24, 2026 · 17:24
In this episode of the Celebrate Kids Podcast, Dr. Kathy Koch and Wayne Stender explore new research showing how warm, responsive caregiving can shape a child's developing brain…
Aug 21, 2026 · 17:17
In this episode of the Celebrate Kids Podcast, Dr. Kathy Koch and Wayne Stender explore new research suggesting that the impact of screens may depend less on simple time limits…
Aug 20, 2026 · 16:50
In this episode of the Celebrate Kids podcast, Dr. Kathy discusses the importance of play in childhood and how it shapes children's self worth and resilience. Highlighting a…
Aug 19, 2026 · 16:25
In this episode of Celebrate Kids, Wayne Stender shares exciting updates from their recent meeting with book publishers before Dr. Kathy explores new data that shows a shift in…
Aug 18, 2026 · 18:43
In this episode of the Celebrate Kids podcast, Dr. Kathy shares her journey of personal growth and the importance of allowing young people the space to explore their paths…
Aug 17, 2026 · 18:29
In this episode of the Celebrate Kids Podcast, Dr. Kathy Koch and Wayne Stender explore how parents can help children develop confidence in the way God created them while…
Aug 14, 2026 · 17:42
In this episode of the Celebrate Kids Podcast, Dr. Kathy Koch and Wayne Stender explore what parents gain and risk losing when AI becomes part of family life. They discuss how…
Aug 13, 2026 · 14:29
In this episode of the Celebrate Kids podcast, host Wayne Stender and Dr. Kathy discuss the critical issue of loneliness, particularly among young people. Dr. Kathy shares her…
Aug 12, 2026 · 15:03
In this episode of the Celebrate Kids Podcast, Dr. Kathy Koch and Wayne Stender explore why screens may affect children differently at key stages of development and what kids…
Aug 11, 2026 · 17:22
In this episode of the Celebrate Kids Podcast, Dr. Kathy Koch and Wayne Stender explore why sleep is essential for kids as families transition back to school. They discuss why…
Aug 10, 2026 · 17:06
In this episode of the Celebrate Kids Podcast, Dr. Kathy Koch and Wayne Stender explore why friendships matter so much as kids head back to school and how parents can help…
Aug 7, 2026 · 14:25
In this episode of the Celebrate Kids Podcast, Dr. Kathy Koch and Wayne Stender explore why rejection can hit kids especially hard and how social media and a sense of belonging…
Aug 6, 2026 · 14:19
In this episode of the Celebrate Kids podcast, Dr. Kathy delves into the idea of parenting that goes beyond merely raising well behaved children. She challenges the notion that…
Aug 5, 2026 · 15:43
In this episode of the Celebrate Kids Podcast, Dr. Kathy Koch and Wayne Stender discuss what children may lose when parents prevent friendships between boys and girls. They…
Aug 4, 2026 · 16:57
In this episode of the Celebrate Kids Podcast, Dr. Kathy Koch and Wayne Stender explore the surprising power of asking others for help. Drawing on modern research and Jesus'…
Aug 3, 2026 · 17:36
In this episode of the Celebrate Kids Podcast, Wayne Stender and Dr. Kathy Koch explain how unstructured time outdoors builds wonder, creativity, emotional regulation, and…
Jul 31, 2026 · 20:46
In this episode of the Celebrate Kids Podcast, Dr. Kathy Koch and Wayne Stender examine what happens when children are viewed primarily in terms of economics and productivity.…
Jul 30, 2026 · 14:47
In this episode of the Celebrate Kids podcast, host Wayne Stender discusses the vital role of children in today's society, challenging the common notion that they are merely the…
Jul 29, 2026 · 16:44
In this episode of the Celebrate Kids podcast, Dr. Kathy addresses the challenges faced by parents and caregivers, especially those who are navigating the complexities of raising…
Jul 28, 2026 · 21:16
In this episode of the Celebrate Kids podcast, host Wayne Stender introduces the newly launched book, "Raising Gender Confident Kids." He emphasizes the importance of…
Jul 27, 2026 · 18:24
In today's episode of the Celebrate Kids podcast, Dr. Kathy considers a new report that unveils what happens to kids who use AI frequently. Exploring the findings of how trust…
Jul 24, 2026 · 17:21
In this episode of the Celebrate Kids podcast, Dr. Kathy discusses the complexities of grief and honoring loved ones, particularly through the lens of a listener's dilemma about…
Jul 23, 2026 · 17:16
In this episode of the Celebrate Kids podcast, Dr. Kathy delves into the impact of smartphone use on children's mental health, particularly those under the age of 13. Citing a…
Jul 22, 2026 · 23:47
Hope isn't wishful thinking or pretending life is easy. It's a discipline that can be practiced and cultivated in our homes every day. In this episode of Facing the Dark , Wayne…
Jul 21, 2026 · 19:12
What if one of the best things you could do for your child's emotional health took only twenty minutes a day, and cost absolutely nothing? In this episode of Facing the Dark ,…
Jul 20, 2026 · 20:17
Some children answer questions immediately. Others need minutes, or even days, to think before they respond. In a fast paced world, those slower processors can easily be…
Jul 17, 2026 · 17:02
Gratitude is often treated like a nice family exercise, but research suggests it's far more powerful than that. In this episode of Facing the Dark , Wayne and Dr. Kathy explore a…
Jul 16, 2026 · 23:23
In this episode of the Celebrate Kids podcast, Dr. Kathy delves into the complexities of diagnosing post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in children. She discusses the…
Jul 15, 2026 · 21:05
Short form videos may entertain our children, but are they changing the way their brains learn? In this episode of Facing the Dark , Wayne and Dr. Kathy examine new neuroscience…
Jul 14, 2026 · 18:51
More teenagers are turning to AI chatbots for friendship advice, family conflict, and even romantic conversations. But what happens when artificial relationships begin replacing…
Jul 13, 2026 · 21:52
Summer brings something many parents dread: bored kids. The familiar cry of "There's nothing to do!" often sends adults scrambling for activities or handing over a screen. But…
Jul 10, 2026 · 18:03
For years, many people assumed mothers were biologically wired for parenting while fathers simply learned on the job. But new research is revealing something remarkable:…
Jul 9, 2026 · 14:59
What happens when your child develops a tic or another behavior they can't control? For many parents, the first response is fear. But what if constantly focusing on the struggle…
Jul 8, 2026 · 23:27
Many parents dream about living close to their adult children and grandchildren, imagining spontaneous visits and a deep family connection. But what happens when moving closer…
Jul 7, 2026 · 21:58
Australia's social media ban for children under 16 has generated headlines around the world, but perhaps not for the reasons many expected. Three months after the law took…
Jul 6, 2026 · 21:01
Family vacations aren't just about getting away; they're opportunities for formation. In this episode of Facing the Dark , Wayne and Dr. Kathy explore why travel can become one…
Jul 3, 2026 · 19:08
Summer creates a unique opportunity for families. Without the constant rhythm of sports and homework, children suddenly have more freedom and more choices about how they'll spend…
Jul 2, 2026 · 22:55
When a child's mental health begins to unravel, our first instinct is often to build better systems. But are systems enough? In this episode of Facing the Dark , Wayne and Dr.…
Jul 1, 2026 · 28:42
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Jun 30, 2026 · 23:54
In this episode of Facing the Dark , Wayne and Dr. Kathy examine a heartbreaking story that raises an important question for every family: What happens when children lose the…
Jun 29, 2026 · 12:01
In this episode of the Celebrate Kids podcast, Dr. Kathy addresses the emotional challenges parents face as they prepare for significant transitions in their children's lives,…
Jun 26, 2026 · 9:52
In this episode of the Celebrate Kids podcast, we delve into the significant concerns parents have regarding their children's mental health in today's digitally connected world.…
Jun 25, 2026 · 13:49
In this episode of the Celebrate Kids podcast, we dive into the important topic of boredom and its impact on children. Dr. Kathy discusses the challenges parents face when their…
Jun 24, 2026 · 21:35
In this episode of Facing the Dark , Wayne and Dr. Kathy discuss the emotional weight of the sandwich generation, parents raising children while also caring for aging parents.…
Jun 23, 2026 · 18:06
In this episode of Facing the Dark , Wayne and Dr. Kathy talk about how financial and medical stress, as well as family pressure, affect children. They reflect on how parents can…
Jun 22, 2026 · 20:52
Argentina is taking a strong stand to show dads how they want them to behave. In this episode of Facing the Dark , Wayne and Dr. Kathy discuss the responsibility of fatherhood…
Jun 19, 2026 · 18:06
In this episode of Facing the Dark , Wayne and Dr. Kathy discuss the growing presence of screens at family meals and why the dinner table matters for belonging. They explain how…
Jun 18, 2026 · 11:49
In this episode of the Celebrate Kids podcast, we dive into the importance of fostering a love for reading in children, especially during the summer months. Wayne Stender…
Jun 17, 2026 · 13:27
In this episode of the Celebrate Kids daily podcast, "Facing the Dark," we explore the profound joys and fears of parenting, particularly around helping children discover their…
Jun 16, 2026 · 17:41
In this episode of the Celebrate Kids podcast, Dr. Kathy addresses the concerning trend of negative self-perception among kids today, which is often exacerbated by societal…
Jun 12, 2026 · 16:46
In this episode of the Celebrate Kids podcast, Dr. Kathy delves into the complexities of technology, particularly cell phones, and their impact on children. Reflecting on a…
Jun 11, 2026 · 14:14
In this episode of the Celebrate Kids podcast, Dr. Kathy discusses the essential qualities that contribute to children's success, inspired by an article from CNBC by Susan…
Jun 10, 2026 · 16:05
In this episode, Wayne Stender explores the profound idea that a good life is more important than simply having a good job. He and Dr. Kathy define a good life as one filled with…
Jun 9, 2026 · 14:44
In this episode of the Celebrate Kids podcast, Dr. Kathy addresses a concerning trend revealed in a recent HarperCollins survey from the UK, which shows a significant decline in…
Jun 8, 2026 · 13:17
In this episode, we delve into the changing landscape of teen employment, noting a significant decline in the percentage of teens working since the late 1970s. Recent statistics…
Jun 5, 2026 · 17:41
In this episode of the Celebrate Kids podcast, Dr. Kathy addresses the concerning trend of negative self-perception among today's youth, highlighting how many kids define…
Jun 4, 2026 · 16:32
In this episode of the Celebrate Kids podcast, host Wayne Stender introduces a heartfelt discussion with Dr. Kathy on the challenges faced by children of divorce and their…
Jun 3, 2026 · 20:05
In this episode of Facing the Dark , Wayne and Dr. Kathy discuss the national conversation about gender identity, children, medical care, and parental responsibility. They…
Jun 2, 2026 · 13:50
In this episode of the Celebrate Kids podcast, Dr. Kathy addresses the importance of getting kids outside and engaging with nature, especially during the summer months. The…
Jun 1, 2026 · 19:46
In this episode of Facing the Dark , Wayne and Dr. Kathy talk about the growing concern around declining reading scores and the rise of screen based learning. They explore why…
May 29, 2026 · 14:03
In this episode of Celebrate Kids, Wayne Stender discusses the importance of nurturing different intelligences in children. Dr. Kathy then emphasizes how giving kids…
May 28, 2026 · 19:00
In this episode of Facing the Dark , Wayne and Dr. Kathy talk about the tension parents feel when raising independent kids in an anxious culture. Using stories of children…
May 27, 2026 · 19:13
In this episode of Facing the Dark , Wayne and Dr. Kathy talk about a neighborhood using simple WiFi "tin can phones" to help kids call friends and build real life connection…
May 26, 2026 · 14:23
In this episode of Facing the Dark, Wayne Stender and Dr. Kathy Koch step into one of the most common and uncomfortable parenting conversations: How do we explain where babies…
May 25, 2026 · 18:11
Screens do more than entertain children; they shape habits, identity, attention, and belonging. In this episode of Facing the Dark , Wayne and Dr. Kathy unpack new health…
May 22, 2026 · 25:28
In this episode of Facing the Dark , Wayne and Dr. Kathy explore one of the most challenging conversations parents are navigating today: helping kids build healthy identity in a…
May 21, 2026 · 20:10
In this episode of Facing the Dark , Wayne and Dr. Kathy respond to recent reports of teen violence in public spaces and ask what may be happening beneath the behavior. They…
May 20, 2026 · 17:28
In this episode of the Celebrate Kids podcast, Dr. Kathy discusses the pressures teenagers face to be exceptional, referencing a 2024 study from the University of Indiana. The…
May 19, 2026 · 15:05
In this episode of the Celebrate Kids podcast, Dr. Kathy explores the concept of "dry texting," which refers to minimal responses in text conversations that lack depth and…
May 18, 2026 · 16:17
In this episode of the Celebrate Kids podcast, Dr. Kathy discusses how to determine when children are ready for more responsibilities and how to adjust our conversations and…
May 15, 2026 · 16:13
In this episode of the Celebrate Kids podcast, Dr. Kathy explores the concept of launching children into adulthood and the importance of broadening their definition of success.…
May 14, 2026 · 14:32
In this episode of the Celebrate Kids podcast, Dr. Kathy addresses the concerning statistics surrounding children affected by parental substance abuse. With nearly 19 million…
May 13, 2026 · 20:58
In this episode of the Celebrate Kids podcast, Wayne Stender delves into the evolving landscape of education, emphasizing the importance of fostering a love for learning over…
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