Empowered Homes Podcast

How do you study the Bible with confidence—and help your kids do the same? 

In this episode of the Empowered Homes Podcast, Bobby Cooley and Meghan Landi host Jimmy and Kelly Needham to talk about their book See For Yourself: How to Study Your Bible with Confidence and Joy. Even if you don’t feel like a “Bible expert,” this conversation will encourage you to grow alongside your kids and create a home centered on God’s Word. 

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In a world where anxiety often feels like the norm, how can families experience true, lasting peace together? In this episode of the Empowered Homes Podcast, hosts Bobby Cooley and Meghan Landi connect with Bible teacher, author, and speaker Tara Dew to talk about her new book, Overflowing Peace: What God Says About a Peace-Filled Life. 

Through this conversational interview, they explore how Psalm 23 offers a powerful and practical...

In this powerful episode of the Empowered Homes Podcast, Bobby sits down with Deborah M. Decker, a retired FBI agent and author of Murder and Mercy: The Killing of an Oklahoma Highway Patrol Trooper, to explore a true story marked by tragedy, justice, and ultimately, redemption. 

Drawing from her decades of experience in law enforcement, Deborah shares the deeply personal story behind her book and podcast—a heartbreaking murder inve...

In this fun and heartfelt episode, Bobby and Meg welcome their spouses, Jenn Cooley and Joe Landi, for an honest conversation about marriage, parenting, and everyday family life. From revealing who pursued who back in college (yes, there was "stalking" involved) to reflecting on both the challenging seasons and the sweetest moments of marriage, they share real stories filled with humor, humility, and authenticity. 

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In this episode of the Empowered Homes Podcast, host Bobby Cooley welcomes author and pastor Jonathan Griffiths to discuss his book Gathered for Good and God’s design for the local church. Together, they explore why embodied, committed church life matters in a digital age and why watching church online can’t replace true belonging. Jonathan offers encouragement for parents as they disciple their children toward a healthy love for t...

Trigger Warning: This episode includes discussion of childhood wounds, emotional trauma, and suicidal thoughts. Listener discretion is advised.

In this episode of the Empowered Homes Podcast, hosts Bobby Cooley and Meghan Landi welcome Bible teacher and author Julie Busler to discuss her new book, Hopeful Sorrow: Turning to God in Hope When Childhood Wounds Have You Turning Away. Julie shares her deeply personal story of healing fro...

How do we prepare our children to thoughtfully and confidently engage with today’s rapidly changing culture—without fear, confusion, or compromise? In this episode of The Empowered Homes Podcast, hosts Bobby Cooley and Meghan Landi sit down with Elizabeth Urbanowicz, founder of Foundation Worldview, to explore how parents, churches, and schools can intentionally disciple kids with a strong biblical worldview from an early age. 

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Every family has a culture, whether it is intentional or not. In this episode, hosts Bobby Cooley and Meg Landi are joined by Empowered Homes Team Members Kina Cockroft and Shiona Howard for a practical and encouraging conversation about how mission, vision, and values shape the heart of a home.

Together, they invite parents to step room by room through the “house” of family life to explore how everyday rhythms, language, and priori...

In this heartfelt holiday episode, Bobby Cooley and Meg Landi welcome Hannah Bush from Preteen Journey to talk about something deeper than traditions: Family Holiday Habits, and especially the practice of Advent. While the holiday season is packed with traditions, events, and cultural pressure, it’s easy for families to get swept up in the noise and miss the holiness at the center of it all. 

Together, we explore how Advent can beco...

Bobby and Meghan talk with Brian Smith and Ed Uszynski about how families can keep faith central in the world of youth sports. They discuss what inspired Away Game, how parents can manage emotions and expectations, and practical ways to support kids without sideline coaching. Hear real stories of transformation as parents shift from performance-driven mindsets to gospel-centered parenting that brings spiritual health and joy, both ...

What does it really take to raise mentally healthy kids in today’s world? In this insightful episode, Bobby and Meg welcome Dr. Jessica Peck, a trusted nurse practitioner, author, and mom of four, for a powerful conversation on parenting with purpose, empathy, and intention. 

Together, they explore the real mental and emotional challenges kids face today, shaped by generational gaps and cultural pressures. Dr. Peck unpacks the diffe...

In this episode of the Empowered Homes Podcast, hosts Bobby Cooley and Meghan Landi sit down with pastor and author Shane Pruitt to talk about his latest Bible study, Not My Jesus: Reclaiming the Truth, Rejecting the Idols. Shane shares about his family, ministry, and the heart behind writing this timely study designed to help believers of all ages recognize and reject distorted versions of Jesus shaped by culture and personal pref...

In this episode of the Empowered Homes Podcast, Meghan welcomes Valerie Ellis, founder of Our Everyday Parables, children’s author, speaker, and nonprofit consultant. Valerie shares her passion for helping families connect with God in everyday moments, especially through the power of story. 

From practical tips for parents during story time to insights behind her books Let’s Go! Bible Adventures and the upcoming Wild Faith Devotiona...

With summer in the rear view mirror, families everywhere are shifting from slow mornings and sunny adventures to early alarms and packed schedules. In this episode of the Empowered Homes Podcast, co-hosts Bobby and Meg talk about how to say goodbye to summer with gratitude and embrace the back-to-school season with purpose and peace. 

Whether you're ready for a new routine or dreading the drop-offs, Bobby and Meg offer encourag...

Join Meg and special guest Lori Joiner, author and discipleship coach, as they discuss key principles from her book Raising Children Unto the Lord. Lori shares practical, biblical guidance for intentionally raising children to know and follow Christ in today’s busy world. Learn why praying aloud, teaching the gospel, and owning your child’s spiritual growth are essential steps parents can take beyond church attendance. Lori also sh...

Bobby and Meg welcome the Executive Director of Christian Principles for the YMCA of Greater Houston, Robin Scott, to the studio to officially announce a partnership between Empowered Homes and the YMCA. This new effort is designed to help elevate the "Christian" in YMCA with trusted content to help families grow strong spiritually. The YMCA is more than just "gym and swim", it offers incredible programs and ini...

On this episode of the Empowered Homes Podcast, Bobby and Meg are in rare form as they dive into some hilarious discussions about being "Droggy" and other quirky words we’ve all used without anyone ever correcting us. They also get real about the ups and downs of parenting, answering some tough questions along the way. 

In this episode, they tackle some big parenting topics, including: 

Do you ever feel inadequate or guilty...

On the latest episode of the Empowered Homes Podcast, Bobby, Joe, and Meg discuss the challenges of Parenting Athletes. Raising an athlete requires intentionality and a great deal of patience! As parents, our role is not to act as the coach (unless we're actually coaching our child's team), but to support and guide them toward fulfilling their higher, God-given purpose. 

Regardless of our own athletic background, we, as pa...

In this episode of the Empowered Homes Podcast, Justin and Trish Davis sit down to discuss their new book, One Choice Away From Change. They open up about their journey from the depths of marital brokenness to leading RefineUs Ministries, where they help others find healing and freedom from past wounds. This candid conversation highlights the transformative power of God's redemption and healing, offering hope to those who feel...