A Moment for the Family from KFUO Radio

A Moment for the Family from KFUO Radio

Dr. Mary Manz Simon, practical parenting specialist and bestselling author, joins host Gary Duncan to talk about the issues and challenges faced by families, parents and grandparents today.

Episodes

Artificial Intelligence

March 22, 2023 • 4 mins
Dr. Mary Manz Simon and Gary Duncan discuss Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the ethical use of this new technology.
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School Security Concerns

March 8, 2023 • 4 mins
Dr. Mary Manz Simon and Gary Duncan talk about security issues within our schools today.
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Summer Camps

March 1, 2023 • 3 mins
Dr. Mary Manz Simon and Gary Duncan discuss summer camps and emotional separation.
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Online Gaming

February 22, 2023 • 4 mins
Gary Duncan and Dr. Mary Manz Simon discuss online gaming and the effect it has on family togetherness.
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Economy and Low Birthrate

February 15, 2023 • 4 mins
Gary Duncan and Dr. Mary Manz Simon talk about the low birthrate. Is this caused by the economy? Also, our conversation turns to home and church nurseries.
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The Effects of Inflation on Families

February 8, 2023 • 3 mins
Dr. Mary Manz Simon and Gary Duncan discuss inflation and the effects it could have on families.
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Nature and Mental Health

February 1, 2023 • 4 mins
Gary Duncan Talks with Dr. Mary Manz Simon about how spending time with nature helps with positive mental health for our children.
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New School, New Friends

January 25, 2023 • 3 mins
Dr. Mary Manz Simon and Gary Duncan discuss the social structure of schools. How can we help our children find friends in a new school or classroom?
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New Year Resolutions

January 18, 2023 • 3 mins
Dr. Mary Manz Simon and Gary Duncan talk about the changes we have seen with New Year resolutions post-pandemic.
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New Year, New Schools

January 11, 2023 • 3 mins
Gary Duncan and Dr. Mary Manz Simon discuss new year new schools. What will the newly constructed school buildings and classrooms look like, as we move forward?
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Christmases Past

December 21, 2022 • 4 mins
Gary Duncan and Dr. Mary Manz Simon reflect on past Christmases and traditions and share some comforting words from Scripture.
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Christmas Customs and Trends

December 14, 2022 • 3 mins
Dr. Mary Manz Simon discusses with Gary Duncan customs and current trends of the Christmas season.
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Seasonal Stress

December 7, 2022 • 3 mins
Gary Duncan and Dr. Mary Manz Simon talk about seasonal stress and the holidays.
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Christmas Toys

November 30, 2022 • 4 mins
On this week's podcast Dr. Mary Manz Simon and Gary Duncan talk about Christmas toy giving along with how technology is driving the toy industry.
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Your Family Story

November 23, 2022 • 4 mins
Dr. Mary Manz Simon shares with Gary Duncan on this week's program information about telling family stories. What are the benefits of sharing stories about your family?
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Mental Health Days

November 16, 2022 • 4 mins
Gary Duncan and Dr. Mary Manz Simon talk about mental health days for school children. What are the benefits of allowing extra days out of school for mental health?  Are states adopting this as policy? 
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Positive Teen Friendships and Influences

November 9, 2022 • 4 mins
Dr. Mary Manz Simon and Gary Duncan discuss how important it is for teens to find positive friendships and influences.
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Feeding the Dog Under the Table

October 26, 2022 • 3 mins
Dr. Mary Manz Simon and Gary Duncan discuss dinnertime with the family. Is forcing kids to eat what is served a healthy balanced approach to mealtime? Also is family dinnertime more than about the food? Hear helpful tips from Mary on this segment.
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Celebrating Small Wins

October 19, 2022 • 4 mins
Gary Duncan talks with Dr. Mary Manz Simon about celebrating the wins. As the rhythm of parenting seems more normal this year it is time to pause for a moment.  Observe a child.  See how excited they get about the little things. Children let us see their excitement over the small wins.  Therefore, as parents we too should celebrate our small wins. It could help us feel more joy in our God-given calling as parents. Listen to today's...
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Raising Healthy, Godly Children

October 12, 2022 • 3 mins
There are several effective ways to raise your children. Dr. Mary Manz Simon and Gary Duncan discuss raising children, their milestones, and our judgement calls while raising them. Hear on this program some helpful tips for raising healthy and Godly children. 
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