Old Ladies Know Stuff with Rhonda Stoppe & Friends

Mother's Day is beautiful for many women.

But for some of you — it's complicated.

Maybe you grew up with a mom who was harsh. Critical. Absent. Selfish. Or just simply not what you needed her to be. And every Mother's Day, while the world celebrates with flowers and brunch and sentimental cards — something inside you quietly aches.

This episode is for you.

Rhonda Stoppe takes us straight to one of the most disturbing mot...

What would you grab if you had sixty seconds to leave your home forever?

It's a question most of us have never had to answer. We did during the California Wildfires. And Lot's wife did too. And her answer — told not in words but in one devastating backward glance — cost her everything.

Lot's wife had a home. A life. Possessions. A community she had built in Sodom. And when God said go — she couldn't resist one las...

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Pull Up a Chair: The Conversation Every Mom Needs to Hear —Rhonda Stoppe &

Deb Weakly Get Real_A Podcast Takeover You Don't Want to Miss

What happens when two women who have spent decades pouring into moms, marriages, and families sit down together and just talk?

You get this episode.

Rhonda Stoppe of Old Ladies Know Stuff and Deb Weakly of Help Club for Moms are taking over each other's podcasts — and...

What if the tension in your marriage isn't a sign you married the wrong person — but an invitation to know God more deeply? Dana Che, host of the popular: Rebuilding Us Podcast and author of Tried and True: Marriage Advice from 12 Imperfect Biblical Couples, joins Rhonda to talk about the "long middle" of marriage — that stuck, stalled, going-through-the-motions season so many couples quietly endure. You'll walk...

Are you dealing with someone who's mean-spirited, manipulative, or narcissistic? Have you been praying for something for YEARS and God still hasn't answered? Do you feel stuck, alone, and wondering if God even sees you?

Hannah gets it.

In this powerful episode of Old Ladies Know Stuff, Rhonda Stoppe unpacks the story of Hannah from 1 Samuel 1-2—a woman who faced infertility, a narcissistic rival wife, and years of unanswere...

Have you ever whispered to yourself at night, "I'll be a better mom tomorrow"—but tomorrow never comes?

Maybe you're carrying guilt from your past. Decisions you regret. Sins you're ashamed of. Things you wish you could go back and undo.

And you wonder: Can God really use someone like me?

In this powerful episode of Old Ladies Know Stuff, Rhonda Stoppe introduces Chapter 1 of her new book Moms of the Bible: Li...

Are you a single woman praying God will bring the right person? Or a mom watching your son or daughter date someone and thinking, "Please, Lord, don't let them marry that person"?

This episode is for BOTH of you.

In this powerful conversation, Rhonda Stoppe draws from 44 years of marriage, raising four married children, and mentoring countless couples to share the hard-won wisdom every single woman—and every worried ma...

Ever feel like reading the Bible is something you "should" do rather than something you genuinely want to do? You're not alone! In this engaging episode of Old Ladies Know Stuff, Rhonda Stoppe welcomes Keith Ferrin—author, speaker, and "Your Bible Coach"—for an inspiring conversation about transforming your Bible reading from duty to delight.

Keith shares his powerful personal journey of the exact moment (Ap...

Best of 2025 Episode: The Power of Imperfect Motherhood: Mandy Arioto on Raising Kids with Authenticity and Grace

In this deeply inspiring conversation, Rhonda Stoppe sits down with Mandy Arioto, CEO of Mom.Co (formerly MOPS), to discuss the profound spiritual calling of motherhood and why moms are some of the most underrated influencers on the planet.

Mandy shares her unexpected journey from turning down a job offer to packing a U-H...

She had everything. A perfect marriage. A perfect body. Daily walks with God in paradise. Zero conflict, zero shame, zero struggle. So why did Eve reach for the one thing God said "no" to?

In this raw and convicting episode, Rhonda Stoppe unpacks the devastating moment when the perfect woman made the not-so-perfect choice—and every mom since has been fighting the same battle. Because here's the uncomfortable truth: Sa...

Title: "Fearless Faith: What Mary's Story Teaches Us About Facing Rejection"

Description: Ever wondered how a teenage girl found the courage to say yes to God's impossible plan? In this powerful episode, Rhonda Stoppe unpacks Mary's remarkable story of fearless faith when the angel Gabriel appeared with life-changing news.

Discover how Mary navigated the terrifying possibility of rejection—from her fiancé Jos...

In this powerful finale to our "Moms of the Bible" series, author Rhonda Stoppe tackles one of motherhood's greatest paradoxes: pouring your heart into raising children who will one day live without you—often without others ever knowing your name.

Drawing from the unnamed mothers in Scripture, including David's mom and the mothers of Daniel, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, Rhonda reveals how the most influential...

The New Loneliness: Finding Connection in an Isolated World

In this heartfelt conversation, Rhonda Stoppe welcomes her dear friend and mentor, award-winning author Cindi McMenamin, to discuss her timely new book The New Loneliness: Nurturing Meaningful Connections When You Feel Isolated.

Whether you're a pastor's wife feeling the unique isolation of ministry, someone navigating a failed friendship, or simply wondering why y...

Finding Your Way Back to Christ

Have you ever felt distant from God after a season of closeness? In this powerful episode, Rhonda shares seven practical steps to reignite your intimate relationship with Jesus. Drawing from the Apostle Peter's journey—from his bold declarations to his devastating denial and ultimate restoration—Rhonda reminds us that even our failures can humble us and prepare us for greater service.

Discover how...

On today’s Guest Cast episode we honor the memory of the late Dr. James Dobson. Please join Dr. Dobson's edition of Family Talk, with guest: Rhonda Stoppe, author of Moms Raising Sons to Be Men, where Rhonda offers help and hope for women to build a no regrets life. Listen as Rhonda shares practical and hope-filled encouragement for anyone who feels stuck in regret. 

Mother's of adolescent sons, Rhonda warns “it is po...

The Hero's Journey of Motherhood: Embracing Imperfection with Rhonda Stoppe and Mandy Arioto

Join us for an incredibly honest and refreshing conversation with parenting expert Rhonda Stoppe and MomCo's Mandy Arioto as they tackle one of motherhood's biggest myths: the need to be perfect.

In this vulnerable discussion, both moms share raw, real stories from their own parenting journeys—from postpartum meltdowns on freew...

How Divorce Effects Children & What You Can Do to Help 

Welcome to "Old Ladies Know Stuff," where wisdom meets real-life challenges. I’m your host, Rhonda Stoppe, and today we’re diving into a topic that’s close to many hearts: how divorce affects children and what you can do to help. There’s a common belief that kids will be happier if parents are happy—even if that means splitting up—but decades of research, and year...

In this incredibly uplifting and informative conversation, UnTriggered author Amber Lia shares encouragement for every mom longing for freedom from anger and the self-condemnation that often accompanies it. This sixty-day devotional touches on heart issues like releasing comparison with other moms, becoming a results-free mom, resisting comparison of children, gaining confidence in listening to the Holy Spirit, embracing the gift o...

Young Women_What I Wish I Knew Then_a message with Rhonda Stoppe. 

Due to laryngitis I had to cancel my interview scheduled to air today. But I think this timely message will be a great substitute as I share from my heart all the insights to help young women step into adulthood with their eyes fixed on Jesus. 

Quote: "May His Word stir in your heart a passion to become all that He has planned for you to be from before the founda...