The Family Business with The Alessis

Is “gentle parenting” helping—or hurting—your kids in the long run?

You'll find out in this top 10 episode flashback, as Steve and Mary Alessi discuss  the hot topic of discipline versus gentle parenting, tackling everything from kiddie tables to tantrums in public. Together, they pull back the curtain on raising four kids with different personalities, sharing hard-won wisdom (and a few hilarious mishaps) about what really work...

Is dressing modestly just an outdated rule, or actually meaningful for young women today?

In this throwback episode from Season 6, you'll hear from Gaby, Lauren, and Stephanie as they dive headfirst into the honest truth about modesty—what it really means, why it matters, and how it shapes self-worth and confidence. Swapping funny stories and real experiences from growing up in Miami’s “unfiltered” culture, they acknowledge the...

Ever felt helpless when your spouse is struggling with a major issue? How can you be there for them when things are just not working out? 

In this top ten episode from Season 5, Steve and Mary Alessi dove into the heart of marriage by unpacking seven powerful ways couples can support each other when life turns upside down. As they discuss the events that inspired Steve to write "Forty-Two: A Guide to Finishing Strong When You W...

Some call it "The Change." Others refer to "Private Summers", or "The Big M'. 

No matter what you call it, there's a major, unavoidable physical shift that every woman has to face - and how you handle it could have long-lasting effects on your emotions, your health, or even your family. 

In this enlightening episode, Steve and Mary Alessi dive deep into the realities of menopause and perimenopause, ...

Ever feel torn between pursuing big dreams and being responsible—especially when life doesn’t fit neatly into your plans?

In this episode, Stephanie and Christopher Muiña get real about navigating the tension between faithfulness and wisdom as they search for a new home in Miami—a journey full of uncertainty, stretching, and lots of prayer. 

From wrestling with scarcity mindsets and feeling the pressure to make wise financial moves, ...

True or false? Marriage means more than just changing a last name - it means changing EVERYTHING. 

Whether it's the bride and groom moving out for the first time, or the parents and siblings letting go of the past - everyone has to readjust to a new reality. 

 In this special conversation, Mary Alessi is joined by her youngest daughter, Gaby, for an honest and emotional discussion about one of life’s biggest transition...

Are Instagram preachers and TikTok theologians taking the place of pastors and slowly eroding what Christians believe?

 In this episode, we pull back the curtain on influencer culture and its growing influence on faith communities—revealing how social media popularity often replaces substance and discernment in our spiritual lives.

From recently saved celebrities trying to teach Biblical concepts to the latest  Christian in...

In this honest and insightful episode, Steve and Mary Alessi continue the conversation on the challenges faced by churches, Christians, and families when influential pastors and worship leaders fall into scandal or public failure. 

This time, we get even more personal as we evaluate the pastors and spiritual leaaders that share our same profession and faith - and then betrayed the trust of their followers. 

You'll...

Is it possible that your worst day can become your greatest testimony? 

And if so, how do you endure long enough to flip the script? 

In this heart-felt "long-play" summer road-trip episode, Steve and Mary Alessi sit down with their son Chris Alessi to open up about the life-changing moment when Steve survived a near-fatal heart attack, and how they transformed a dark day of trauma into an annual celebration of life. Throug...

How do you respond when the people you trust step out of line? 

In the Family Business, much of our work revolves around ministry, and several issues involving prominent worship leaders have become front page news in recent weeks. We're taking part of our summer road trip series to share our thoughts on these highly controversial topics so you can guide your family to respond the right way. 

Whether it's the devastating con...

Summer's the time to buckle the family in for the classic road trip...and we've got all the hot topics you'll need to keep everyone happy! 

Join Mary and Steve Alessi as they take you along for a candid car ride full of laughs, real opinions, and honest reflections. The Alessis riff on everything from the evolution of dress codes and the peculiar power of fashion trends to how public figures like the Kardashians and J...

Are your kids worried about being embarrassed publicly- and could that be a good thing? 

In this conversation, Steve Alessi and his daughter Lauren dig into the reality of public humiliation and why facing mean words, awkward moments, and even a little embarrassment can actually build resilience in kids. 

You'll hear some not-so-flattering stories —from cringey PE memories to viral Snapchat moments—and get honest tips on teachin...

There's nothing like the journey from dating - to love - to a marriage proposal - but there's a lot of stuff to handle before and after that pivotal "yes". 

To sort out this very real struggle, Gaby Alessi, who is newly engaged to her fiance Christian, and her sister-in-law Richelle Alessi sit down for a candid conversation that every soon-to-be-married couple (and those who love them) needs to hear.

Drawing from ...

Does starting a family means giving up your dreams—or does it actually unlock a richer, more fulfilling life?

Chris and Richelle Alessi open up about their own leap into parenthood, tackling the fears, cultural pressures, and surprising joys that come with having children. Using real-life stories—like trading dream vacations for unforgettable family moments—they weigh in on America’s declining birth rate and how embracing family can...

Wishing that your kids spent less time glued to screens? There's an easy antidote - and it's as close as your backyard. 

Step into a lively, all-guys conversation with Steve Alessi, his son Chris Alessi, and son-in-law Christopher Muiña as they swap stories about fatherhood, raising sons, and the pure chaos (and joy) that comes from letting kids get dirty, daring, and hands-on with nature. 

You’ll discover why getting your ...

It seems every news story you hear in the spring of 2025 starts with the terrible T word in it... "tariff." 

The scary economic news might be hitting more than just your wallet - it's also possibly causing you stress and anxiety at home and work.

In this empowering episode, Steve Alessi sits down with a friend of the Family Business - Roger Quesada, CEO of DNA At Work. 

These two leaders will give you a fresh and practi...

In this "Best of TFB" flashback, we're going back in time to revisit one of our most memorable episodes: “Confessions of a Control Freak.” 

This was one of our most honest, light-hearted, and revealing discussions about what it really means to be labeled a “control freak”—both at home and in business. And since we've welcomed so many new listeners over the years, you may have never gotten the chance to ...

If there was a test that measured your selfishness ...what would your score be? 

Most people don't detect their own selfish actions until it's too late - and in a marriage, that can be a death sentence leading to pain and heartbreak. 

To help you build a healthier relationship, Steve and Mary Alessi get brutally honest about attraction, selfishness, and those hidden habits that quietly sabotage marriages. You’ll discover ho...

Tired of trying to get your kids off their phones and back into reality? 

Maybe the answer isn't just taking away our children's devices. 

Are our children's obsessions with their devices actually a sign of dysfunction or lackluster engagement at home? 

In this powerful episode, Steve and Mary Alessi share some interesting perspectives on how to re-shape your approach toward technology and your kids' social environ...