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The Packers are making moves on the offensive line. Is it enough to save the season?DONATE TO OUR WALK TO END ALZHEIMER'Shttps://act.alz.org/site/Donation2?PROXY_ID=27326672&mfc_pref=T&64087.donation=form1&idb=1863580021&df_id=64087&PROXY_TYPE=20&FR_ID=19856GET IN TOUCHLeave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episodehttps://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweepPrefer more old-school contact? Reach out here:https://thepowersweep.com/contactSUPPORT BLUE 58Donate to our Patreon - For as little as $1 per month, you can access Patreon-only content and get access to our private Discord server.https://www.patreon.com/thepowersweepSubscribe to The Power Sweep's Substack to stay in touch and get content beamed straight to your email inboxhttps://thepowersweep.substack.com/Buy a T-Shirt or Sweatshirt - Look good while supporting The Power Sweep.https://www.teepublic.com/stores/the-power-sweep?ref_id=25927Leave us a 5-Star Review on iTunes - It helps more people find the show!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Send us Fan MailYour child is making choices you never imagined and the question starts looping in your head: where did I go wrong? We sit with that fear honestly and talk about what a “prodigal season” can look like, from leaving home or faith to acting out in ways that scare you. More importantly, we separate what you can influence from what you cannot control, so you can stop parenting from panic and start parenting with clarity.We dig into emotional regulation for parents, because fear often shows up as lecturing, controlling, or shutting down. When we escalate, kids feel less safe and the relationship can fracture right when connection matters most. We share practical steps to slow down, pause before reacting, pray, and invite support from a counselor, pastor, trusted friend, or mentor. You'll also hear a clear breakdown of healthy conviction versus unhealthy shame, and why shame and social pressure can quietly poison trust inside a family.Then we get concrete about what to do instead of guilt. Guilt might get temporary compliance, but it rarely creates real heart change. We talk about speaking truth with love, holding boundaries without endorsing destructive choices, and staying open for reconciliation. The parable of the prodigal son becomes a powerful parenting model here: the father doesn't call the chaos “good,” but he remains watchful, compassionate, and ready to welcome his child home. If you're searching for Christian parenting help, guidance for parenting teens and young adults, and hope for families walking through a prodigal child situation, this conversation is for you.Contact:podcasts@calfarley.org To Donate: https://secure.calfarley.org/site/Donation2?3358.donation=form1&df_id=3358&mfc_pref=TTo Apply:https://apply.workable.com/cal-farleys-boys-ranch/j/25E1226091/For More Information about Cal Farley's Boys Ranch:https://www.calfarley.org/Music:"Shine" -NewsboysCCS License No. 9402
It's pretty dark out, folks. Let's dissect the disaster at Lambeau Field.DONATE TO OUR WALK TO END ALZHEIMER'Shttps://act.alz.org/site/Donation2?PROXY_ID=27326672&mfc_pref=T&64087.donation=form1&idb=1863580021&df_id=64087&PROXY_TYPE=20&FR_ID=19856CHECK OUT OUR AUCTION SUPPORTING OUR WALK TO END ALZHEIMER'Shttps://givebutter.com/c/2026-walk-to-end-alzheimers-auction-qhiq2i/auctionGET IN TOUCHLeave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episodehttps://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweepPrefer more old-school contact? Reach out here:https://thepowersweep.com/contactSUPPORT BLUE 58Donate to our Patreon - For as little as $1 per month, you can access Patreon-only content and get access to our private Discord server.https://www.patreon.com/thepowersweepSubscribe to The Power Sweep's Substack to stay in touch and get content beamed straight to your email inboxhttps://thepowersweep.substack.com/Buy a T-Shirt or Sweatshirt - Look good while supporting The Power Sweep.https://www.teepublic.com/stores/the-power-sweep?ref_id=25927Leave us a 5-Star Review on iTunes - It helps more people find the show!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
I have some thoughts about the Packers and you're gonna hear them. Or not. You don't have to.DONATE TO OUR WALK TO END ALZHEIMER'Shttps://act.alz.org/site/Donation2?PROXY_ID=27326672&mfc_pref=T&64087.donation=form1&idb=1863580021&df_id=64087&PROXY_TYPE=20&FR_ID=19856CHECK OUT OUR AUCTION SUPPORTING OUR WALK TO END ALZHEIMER'Shttps://givebutter.com/c/2026-walk-to-end-alzheimers-auction-qhiq2i/auctionGET IN TOUCHLeave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episodehttps://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweepPrefer more old-school contact? Reach out here:https://thepowersweep.com/contactSUPPORT BLUE 58Donate to our Patreon - For as little as $1 per month, you can access Patreon-only content and get access to our private Discord server.https://www.patreon.com/thepowersweepSubscribe to The Power Sweep's Substack to stay in touch and get content beamed straight to your email inboxhttps://thepowersweep.substack.com/Buy a T-Shirt or Sweatshirt - Look good while supporting The Power Sweep.https://www.teepublic.com/stores/the-power-sweep?ref_id=25927Leave us a 5-Star Review on iTunes - It helps more people find the show!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Send us Fan MailFear can look like defiance, tears, anger, silence, or a full-on meltdown and that's exactly why it confuses so many parents. We talk about what's actually happening in a child's brain and nervous system when fear shows up, and how a curious, regulated adult can change the outcome in real time.We talk through the parenting moves that unintentionally increase child anxiety, like minimizing with “you're fine,” over-reassuring, or trying to control the moment so we can feel better. Instead, we walk through brain-based parenting strategies that validate fear without feeding it: naming what's happening in the body, staying present when we don't have perfect answers, and treating questions as signals of trust and safety. You'll hear practical examples ranging from kindergarten nerves to shots and other “hard things,” plus how to debrief afterward so kids learn, “I survived that,” which is the foundation of resilience.We also tackle the bigger fears kids absorb from news, social media, bullying, violence, and uncertainty. Our approach is honest and age-appropriate: talk about what's real, admit what we don't know, and point kids toward helpers, community, and actions they can take. For Christian families, we discuss how to encourage trust in God through stories, prayer practice, and service without resorting to shallow answers.Contact:podcasts@calfarley.org To Donate: https://secure.calfarley.org/site/Donation2?3358.donation=form1&df_id=3358&mfc_pref=TTo Apply:https://apply.workable.com/cal-farleys-boys-ranch/j/25E1226091/For More Information about Cal Farley's Boys Ranch:https://www.calfarley.org/Music:"Shine" -NewsboysCCS License No. 9402
The Packers got a win! They went kicking and screaming, but they got a win!DONATE TO OUR WALK TO END ALZHEIMER'Shttps://act.alz.org/site/Donation2?PROXY_ID=27326672&mfc_pref=T&64087.donation=form1&idb=1863580021&df_id=64087&PROXY_TYPE=20&FR_ID=19856CHECK OUT OUR AUCTION SUPPORTING OUR WALK TO END ALZHEIMER'Shttps://givebutter.com/c/2026-walk-to-end-alzheimers-auction-qhiq2i/auctionGET IN TOUCHLeave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episodehttps://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweepPrefer more old-school contact? Reach out here:https://thepowersweep.com/contactSUPPORT BLUE 58Donate to our Patreon - For as little as $1 per month, you can access Patreon-only content and get access to our private Discord server.https://www.patreon.com/thepowersweepSubscribe to The Power Sweep's Substack to stay in touch and get content beamed straight to your email inboxhttps://thepowersweep.substack.com/Buy a T-Shirt or Sweatshirt - Look good while supporting The Power Sweep.https://www.teepublic.com/stores/the-power-sweep?ref_id=25927Leave us a 5-Star Review on iTunes - It helps more people find the show!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Packers are headed for New York in †Week 2. Can they come home with a win?DONATE TO OUR WALK TO END ALZHEIMER'Shttps://act.alz.org/site/Donation2?PROXY_ID=27326672&mfc_pref=T&64087.donation=form1&idb=1863580021&df_id=64087&PROXY_TYPE=20&FR_ID=19856CHECK OUT OUR AUCTION SUPPORTING OUR WALK TO END ALZHEIMER'Shttps://givebutter.com/c/2026-walk-to-end-alzheimers-auction-qhiq2i/auctionGET IN TOUCHLeave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episodehttps://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweepPrefer more old-school contact? Reach out here:https://thepowersweep.com/contactSUPPORT BLUE 58Donate to our Patreon - For as little as $1 per month, you can access Patreon-only content and get access to our private Discord server.https://www.patreon.com/thepowersweepSubscribe to The Power Sweep's Substack to stay in touch and get content beamed straight to your email inboxhttps://thepowersweep.substack.com/Buy a T-Shirt or Sweatshirt - Look good while supporting The Power Sweep.https://www.teepublic.com/stores/the-power-sweep?ref_id=25927Leave us a 5-Star Review on iTunes - It helps more people find the show!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Now that the dust has settled, let's do a final post-mortem on the Packers after they were brutalized by the Minnesota Vikings.DONATE TO OUR WALK TO END ALZHEIMER'Shttps://act.alz.org/site/Donation2?PROXY_ID=27326672&mfc_pref=T&64087.donation=form1&idb=1863580021&df_id=64087&PROXY_TYPE=20&FR_ID=19856CHECK OUT OUR AUCTION SUPPORTING OUR WALK TO END ALZHEIMER'Shttps://givebutter.com/c/2026-walk-to-end-alzheimers-auction-qhiq2i/auctionGET IN TOUCHLeave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episodehttps://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweepPrefer more old-school contact? Reach out here:https://thepowersweep.com/contactSUPPORT BLUE 58Donate to our Patreon - For as little as $1 per month, you can access Patreon-only content and get access to our private Discord server.https://www.patreon.com/thepowersweepSubscribe to The Power Sweep's Substack to stay in touch and get content beamed straight to your email inboxhttps://thepowersweep.substack.com/Buy a T-Shirt or Sweatshirt - Look good while supporting The Power Sweep.https://www.teepublic.com/stores/the-power-sweep?ref_id=25927Leave us a 5-Star Review on iTunes - It helps more people find the show!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Send us Fan MailWe break down fear as a brain-based survival response and explain why kids can look irrational when their bodies feel unsafe. We share practical ways to help children move from panic back to calm using co-regulation and Dr Bruce Perry's “regulate, relate, reason” sequence. • personal stories of overcoming fears and what changed • fear as a survival tool that prepares the body to act • when a fear becomes a concern because it disrupts daily life • how experience and development shape what kids fear • state dependent functioning and why regulation changes access to thinking • using co-regulation, tone, posture, and pacing to reduce alarm • why reasoning first often backfires, especially with teens • how wisdom and brain development affect decision-making Contact:podcasts@calfarley.org To Donate: https://secure.calfarley.org/site/Donation2?3358.donation=form1&df_id=3358&mfc_pref=TTo Apply:https://apply.workable.com/cal-farleys-boys-ranch/j/25E1226091/For More Information about Cal Farley's Boys Ranch:https://www.calfarley.org/Music:"Shine" -NewsboysCCS License No. 9402
Things went from bad to worse to horrible in Minnesota as the Packers imploded to start their 2026 season.DONATE TO OUR WALK TO END ALZHEIMER'Shttps://act.alz.org/site/Donation2?PROXY_ID=27326672&mfc_pref=T&64087.donation=form1&idb=1863580021&df_id=64087&PROXY_TYPE=20&FR_ID=19856GET IN TOUCHLeave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episodehttps://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweepPrefer more old-school contact? Reach out here:https://thepowersweep.com/contactSUPPORT BLUE 58Donate to our Patreon - For as little as $1 per month, you can access Patreon-only content and get access to our private Discord server.https://www.patreon.com/thepowersweepSubscribe to The Power Sweep's Substack to stay in touch and get content beamed straight to your email inboxhttps://thepowersweep.substack.com/Buy a T-Shirt or Sweatshirt - Look good while supporting The Power Sweep.https://www.teepublic.com/stores/the-power-sweep?ref_id=25927Leave us a 5-Star Review on iTunes - It helps more people find the show!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Before we get to the Packers' first game, let's answer some questions about where the team stands.JOIN THE 2026 PICK ‘EM LEAGUE - https://fantasy.espn.com/free-prize-games/sharer?challengeId=288&from=espn&context=GROUP_INVITE&edition=espn-en&groupId=830156df-16c7-4987-99f7-e7db1e049b1cDONATE TO OUR WALK TO END ALZHEIMER'Shttps://act.alz.org/site/Donation2?PROXY_ID=27326672&mfc_pref=T&64087.donation=form1&idb=1863580021&df_id=64087&PROXY_TYPE=20&FR_ID=19856GET IN TOUCHLeave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episodehttps://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweepPrefer more old-school contact? Reach out here:https://thepowersweep.com/contactSUPPORT BLUE 58Donate to our Patreon - For as little as $1 per month, you can access Patreon-only content and get access to our private Discord server.https://www.patreon.com/thepowersweepSubscribe to The Power Sweep's Substack to stay in touch and get content beamed straight to your email inboxhttps://thepowersweep.substack.com/Buy a T-Shirt or Sweatshirt - Look good while supporting The Power Sweep.https://www.teepublic.com/stores/the-power-sweep?ref_id=25927Leave us a 5-Star Review on iTunes - It helps more people find the show!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Send us Fan MailBullying rarely ends with a clever comeback, it ends when a kid finally feels safe enough to tell the truth and an adult actually steps in. We talk through what keeps children silent, including fear of retaliation, shame, and the painful experience of being brushed off with “work it out.” When kids don't feel safe, their brains can't focus, learn, or make good choices, so we treat safety as the bedrock, not a bonus. Together, we share real stories and practical bullying prevention strategies for parents, teachers, and caregivers. We unpack why “stand up to the bully” can backfire and even teach “might makes right,” and we explain what works better: calm listening, quick advocacy, and a clear plan that brings a team around the child.We also get into how to build a culture that reduces bullying before it starts: consistent rules, active supervision, and adults modeling respect in everyday moments. We discuss cliques and exclusion, how peer culture can shut bullying down, and why home-school communication matters, especially when cyberbullying and social media spill conflict across every setting. Finally, we tackle the hard question of what to do when you find out your child is the one bullying, including consequences, increased supervision, and guiding them toward insight and empathy.Subscribe for more brain-based parenting help, share this with a parent or teacher who needs it, and leave a review so more families can find these tools. What's one line you wish an adult had said to you when you were being bullied?Contact:podcasts@calfarley.org To Donate: https://secure.calfarley.org/site/Donation2?3358.donation=form1&df_id=3358&mfc_pref=TTo Apply:https://apply.workable.com/cal-farleys-boys-ranch/j/25E1226091/For More Information about Cal Farley's Boys Ranch:https://www.calfarley.org/Music:"Shine" -NewsboysCCS License No. 9402
Now that the Packers have their roster in place, let's make some predictions about how this year is going to go. Spoiler alert: expectations are high.DONATE TO OUR WALK TO END ALZHEIMER'Shttps://act.alz.org/site/Donation2?PROXY_ID=27326672&mfc_pref=T&64087.donation=form1&idb=1863580021&df_id=64087&PROXY_TYPE=20&FR_ID=19856GET IN TOUCHLeave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episodehttps://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweepPrefer more old-school contact? Reach out here:https://thepowersweep.com/contactSUPPORT BLUE 58Donate to our Patreon - For as little as $1 per month, you can access Patreon-only content and get access to our private Discord server.https://www.patreon.com/thepowersweepSubscribe to The Power Sweep's Substack to stay in touch and get content beamed straight to your email inboxhttps://thepowersweep.substack.com/Buy a T-Shirt or Sweatshirt - Look good while supporting The Power Sweep.https://www.teepublic.com/stores/the-power-sweep?ref_id=25927Leave us a 5-Star Review on iTunes - It helps more people find the show!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The dust is settling after the Packers announced their initial 53 man roster. Let's break it down.JOIN THE 2026 PICK ‘EM LEAGUE - https://fantasy.espn.com/free-prize-games/sharer?challengeId=288&from=espn&context=GROUP_INVITE&edition=espn-en&groupId=830156df-16c7-4987-99f7-e7db1e049b1cDONATE TO OUR WALK TO END ALZHEIMER'Shttps://act.alz.org/site/Donation2?PROXY_ID=27326672&mfc_pref=T&64087.donation=form1&idb=1863580021&df_id=64087&PROXY_TYPE=20&FR_ID=19856GET IN TOUCHLeave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episodehttps://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweepPrefer more old-school contact? Reach out here:https://thepowersweep.com/contactSUPPORT BLUE 58Donate to our Patreon - For as little as $1 per month, you can access Patreon-only content and get access to our private Discord server.https://www.patreon.com/thepowersweepSubscribe to The Power Sweep's Substack to stay in touch and get content beamed straight to your email inboxhttps://thepowersweep.substack.com/Buy a T-Shirt or Sweatshirt - Look good while supporting The Power Sweep.https://www.teepublic.com/stores/the-power-sweep?ref_id=25927Leave us a 5-Star Review on iTunes - It helps more people find the show!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Send us Fan MailBullying rarely looks like the movie version, and that's exactly why it can do so much damage before an adult ever notices. We start a new Brain-Based Parenting series by getting painfully specific about what bullying is and what it is not, so you can stop guessing and start seeing the patterns that matter: intentional harm, repetition, and a power imbalance.Today we walk through the major types of bullying parents and caregivers need to recognize: physical bullying that can be subtle, verbal bullying that sticks for years, social bullying that weaponizes exclusion, and cyberbullying that follows kids home through group chats, anonymous apps, and constant notifications.We also tackle hazing and why “initiation” often equals humiliation, especially when a child's need to belong gets used against them. Then we shift to practical parenting: warning signs your child might be targeted, how to tell normal peer conflict from one-sided bullying, why some bullies look like angels around adults, and how social media changes the speed and scale of harm. If you want clearer bullying prevention tools, better conversations at home, and a stronger sense of what to do next, this one will help.Subscribe for the rest of the series, share this with a parent who needs it, and leave a five-star review so more families can find Brain-Based Parenting.Contact:podcasts@calfarley.org To Donate: https://secure.calfarley.org/site/Donation2?3358.donation=form1&df_id=3358&mfc_pref=TTo Apply:https://apply.workable.com/cal-farleys-boys-ranch/j/25E1226091/For More Information about Cal Farley's Boys Ranch:https://www.calfarley.org/Music:"Shine" -NewsboysCCS License No. 9402
Cutdown weekend is bearing down on us. Let's take a crack at predicting the roster.DONATE TO OUR WALK TO END ALZHEIMER'Shttps://act.alz.org/site/Donation2?PROXY_ID=27326672&mfc_pref=T&64087.donation=form1&idb=1863580021&df_id=64087&PROXY_TYPE=20&FR_ID=19856GET IN TOUCHLeave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episodehttps://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweepPrefer more old-school contact? Reach out here:https://thepowersweep.com/contactSUPPORT BLUE 58Donate to our Patreon - For as little as $1 per month, you can access Patreon-only content and get access to our private Discord server.https://www.patreon.com/thepowersweepSubscribe to The Power Sweep's Substack to stay in touch and get content beamed straight to your email inboxhttps://thepowersweep.substack.com/Buy a T-Shirt or Sweatshirt - Look good while supporting The Power Sweep.https://www.teepublic.com/stores/the-power-sweep?ref_id=25927Leave us a 5-Star Review on iTunes - It helps more people find the show!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
What do we think?DONATE TO OUR WALK TO END ALZHEIMER'Shttps://act.alz.org/site/Donation2?PROXY_ID=27326672&mfc_pref=T&64087.donation=form1&idb=1863580021&df_id=64087&PROXY_TYPE=20&FR_ID=19856GET IN TOUCHLeave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episodehttps://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweepPrefer more old-school contact? Reach out here:https://thepowersweep.com/contactSUPPORT BLUE 58Donate to our Patreon - For as little as $1 per month, you can access Patreon-only content and get access to our private Discord server.https://www.patreon.com/thepowersweepSubscribe to The Power Sweep's Substack to stay in touch and get content beamed straight to your email inboxhttps://thepowersweep.substack.com/Buy a T-Shirt or Sweatshirt - Look good while supporting The Power Sweep.https://www.teepublic.com/stores/the-power-sweep?ref_id=25927Leave us a 5-Star Review on iTunes - It helps more people find the show!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Send us Fan MailKid conflict can flip a room from calm to chaos in seconds and the hardest part is knowing whether to step in, stay out, or slow everything down. We talk through what to look for when a disagreement turns into a real conflict, including the “emotional temperature” check: can they regulate, stay respectful, and disengage, or are they escalating into sarcasm, personal attacks, and dysregulation?We share practical conflict resolution tools for parents, teachers, and caregivers who want safer, more respectful outcomes. That includes intervening early when you see power imbalances or a history of escalation, bringing in other adults when the story has missing pieces or safety is involved, and handling sibling conflict with a mix of supervision and skill-building. We also dig into why coaching works best before the blowup, using modeling, role play, rehearsal, and simple “game film” reflection after you've observed what really happened.You'll also hear language kids can use to stand up for themselves without pouring gasoline on the problem, like curiosity-based statements and clear boundaries. We close with what adults should avoid doing in heated moments, from intimidating body language to emotion-invalidation, and why staying neutral is often the difference between stopping a fight and actually resolving it. Subscribe, share this with a parent or teacher who needs it, and leave a review so more families can find Brain-Based Parenting.Contact:podcasts@calfarley.org To Donate: https://secure.calfarley.org/site/Donation2?3358.donation=form1&df_id=3358&mfc_pref=TTo Apply:https://apply.workable.com/cal-farleys-boys-ranch/j/25E1226091/For More Information about Cal Farley's Boys Ranch:https://www.calfarley.org/Music:"Shine" -NewsboysCCS License No. 9402
As the Packers head toward their second preseason game, Keisean Nixon is generating a lot of headlines. What should we make of all this?DONATE TO OUR WALK TO END ALZHEIMER'Shttps://act.alz.org/site/Donation2?PROXY_ID=27326672&mfc_pref=T&64087.donation=form1&idb=1863580021&df_id=64087&PROXY_TYPE=20&FR_ID=19856GET IN TOUCHLeave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episodehttps://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweepPrefer more old-school contact? Reach out here:https://thepowersweep.com/contactSUPPORT BLUE 58Donate to our Patreon - For as little as $1 per month, you can access Patreon-only content and get access to our private Discord server.https://www.patreon.com/thepowersweepSubscribe to The Power Sweep's Substack to stay in touch and get content beamed straight to your email inboxhttps://thepowersweep.substack.com/Buy a T-Shirt or Sweatshirt - Look good while supporting The Power Sweep.https://www.teepublic.com/stores/the-power-sweep?ref_id=25927Leave us a 5-Star Review on iTunes - It helps more people find the show!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
People are concerned about the Packers' depth. But are other teams having this problem?DONATE TO OUR WALK TO END ALZHEIMER'Shttps://act.alz.org/site/Donation2?PROXY_ID=27326672&mfc_pref=T&64087.donation=form1&idb=1863580021&df_id=64087&PROXY_TYPE=20&FR_ID=19856GET IN TOUCHLeave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episodehttps://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweepPrefer more old-school contact? Reach out here:https://thepowersweep.com/contactSUPPORT BLUE 58Donate to our Patreon - For as little as $1 per month, you can access Patreon-only content and get access to our private Discord server.https://www.patreon.com/thepowersweepSubscribe to The Power Sweep's Substack to stay in touch and get content beamed straight to your email inboxhttps://thepowersweep.substack.com/Buy a T-Shirt or Sweatshirt - Look good while supporting The Power Sweep.https://www.teepublic.com/stores/the-power-sweep?ref_id=25927Leave us a 5-Star Review on iTunes - It helps more people find the show!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Send us Fan MailConflict at home can feel like a five-alarm fire, but it's often a clue about something deeper: a need, a fear, or a value getting rubbed the wrong way. We sit down to talk conflict and conflict resolution through a brain-based parenting lens, starting with the real-life ways people respond under stress, fight, flight, freeze, or even the “pause” that buys us time to choose a better response.Today we unpack what conflict actually is, when it helps, and when it harms. We explore how respectful disagreement can build clarity and strengthen relationships, while disrespect and malintent can do lasting damage. Along the way, we connect the dots between conflict and core human needs like safety, belonging, and purpose, and why our emotional brain takes over the moment we feel threatened.We also get practical about kids and teens. We talk why young kids fight when they can't communicate, why elementary-age kids collide with new expectations and new value systems at school, and why teen conflict is so intense when independence, embarrassment, and fear are in the driver's seat. Then we compare sibling conflict versus peer conflict, what “normal” sibling rivalry looks like, red flags like power imbalances and missing repair, and interventions that help, including supervision, curiosity, and making space for one-on-one connection.Subscribe to Brain-Based Parenting, share this with a parent who needs it, and leave us a five-star review so more families can find these tools.Contact:podcasts@calfarley.org To Donate: https://secure.calfarley.org/site/Donation2?3358.donation=form1&df_id=3358&mfc_pref=TTo Apply:https://apply.workable.com/cal-farleys-boys-ranch/j/25E1226091/For More Information about Cal Farley's Boys Ranch:https://www.calfarley.org/Music:"Shine" -NewsboysCCS License No. 9402
One preseason game in the books. What did we learn?DONATE TO OUR WALK TO END ALZHEIMER'Shttps://act.alz.org/site/Donation2?PROXY_ID=27326672&mfc_pref=T&64087.donation=form1&idb=1863580021&df_id=64087&PROXY_TYPE=20&FR_ID=19856GET IN TOUCHLeave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episodehttps://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweepPrefer more old-school contact? Reach out here:https://thepowersweep.com/contactSUPPORT BLUE 58Donate to our Patreon - For as little as $1 per month, you can access Patreon-only content and get access to our private Discord server.https://www.patreon.com/thepowersweepSubscribe to The Power Sweep's Substack to stay in touch and get content beamed straight to your email inboxhttps://thepowersweep.substack.com/Buy a T-Shirt or Sweatshirt - Look good while supporting The Power Sweep.https://www.teepublic.com/stores/the-power-sweep?ref_id=25927Leave us a 5-Star Review on iTunes - It helps more people find the show!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Packers' first preseason game is bearing down on us. What should we be watching?DONATE TO OUR WALK TO END ALZHEIMER'Shttps://act.alz.org/site/Donation2?PROXY_ID=27326672&mfc_pref=T&64087.donation=form1&idb=1863580021&df_id=64087&PROXY_TYPE=20&FR_ID=19856GET IN TOUCHLeave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episodehttps://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweepPrefer more old-school contact? Reach out here:https://thepowersweep.com/contactSUPPORT BLUE 58Donate to our Patreon - For as little as $1 per month, you can access Patreon-only content and get access to our private Discord server.https://www.patreon.com/thepowersweepSubscribe to The Power Sweep's Substack to stay in touch and get content beamed straight to your email inboxhttps://thepowersweep.substack.com/Buy a T-Shirt or Sweatshirt - Look good while supporting The Power Sweep.https://www.teepublic.com/stores/the-power-sweep?ref_id=25927Leave us a 5-Star Review on iTunes - It helps more people find the show!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Send us Fan MailThat sinking feeling after you overreact, snap, or realize you handled something the hard way can be brutal. The worst part is how quietly it sticks around, replaying in your head and whispering that you are failing your kids. We refuse that story, and we get practical about what to do next.We share real parenting mishaps and why they can feel so heavy, then dig into what is actually happening underneath: high stakes, shame, comparison, and the belief that our kids are a mirror of our worth. We talk about public moments when you feel judged, how to reframe the crowd in your mind, and how to shift from managing appearances to meeting a child's needs. We also name the pressure social media adds, from perfect houses to nonstop activities, and why guilt-based decisions can drain your time, money, and peace.The heart of the conversation is repair. We break down self-forgiveness as a skill your kids learn by watching you, plus the “redo” strategy that helps you reset after a mistake and rebuild trust. We also cover when to circle back for a calm conversation, how to apologize with humility, and how to ask your child what would help next time.Subscribe, share this with a parent who needs a little grace today, and leave a review so more families can find Brain-Based Parenting.Contact:podcasts@calfarley.org To Donate: https://secure.calfarley.org/site/Donation2?3358.donation=form1&df_id=3358&mfc_pref=TTo Apply:https://apply.workable.com/cal-farleys-boys-ranch/j/25E1226091/For More Information about Cal Farley's Boys Ranch:https://www.calfarley.org/Music:"Shine" -NewsboysCCS License No. 9402
It's time to play a little game. Are the big talking points of camp so far real stories, or are they just headlines?DONATE TO OUR WALK TO END ALZHEIMER'Shttps://act.alz.org/site/Donation2?PROXY_ID=27326672&mfc_pref=T&64087.donation=form1&idb=1863580021&df_id=64087&PROXY_TYPE=20&FR_ID=19856GET IN TOUCHLeave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episodehttps://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweepPrefer more old-school contact? Reach out here:https://thepowersweep.com/contactSUPPORT BLUE 58Donate to our Patreon - For as little as $1 per month, you can access Patreon-only content and get access to our private Discord server.https://www.patreon.com/thepowersweepSubscribe to The Power Sweep's Substack to stay in touch and get content beamed straight to your email inboxhttps://thepowersweep.substack.com/Buy a T-Shirt or Sweatshirt - Look good while supporting The Power Sweep.https://www.teepublic.com/stores/the-power-sweep?ref_id=25927Leave us a 5-Star Review on iTunes - It helps more people find the show!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Trey Smack is off to a shaky start in camp. Let's talk about what it means, and whether or not it's time to worry.DONATE TO OUR WALK TO END ALZHEIMER'Shttps://act.alz.org/site/Donation2?PROXY_ID=27326672&mfc_pref=T&64087.donation=form1&idb=1863580021&df_id=64087&PROXY_TYPE=20&FR_ID=19856GET IN TOUCHLeave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episodehttps://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweepPrefer more old-school contact? Reach out here:https://thepowersweep.com/contactSUPPORT BLUE 58Donate to our Patreon - For as little as $1 per month, you can access Patreon-only content and get access to our private Discord server.https://www.patreon.com/thepowersweepSubscribe to The Power Sweep's Substack to stay in touch and get content beamed straight to your email inboxhttps://thepowersweep.substack.com/Buy a T-Shirt or Sweatshirt - Look good while supporting The Power Sweep.https://www.teepublic.com/stores/the-power-sweep?ref_id=25927Leave us a 5-Star Review on iTunes - It helps more people find the show!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Send us Fan MailHope is one of the most underrated parenting tools, and it's not just a feeling. When kids are dealing with trauma, loss, or ongoing stress, hope can be the difference between shutting down and trying again. We dig into a memorable story shared by Dr. Bruce Perry that captures how “rescue” changes endurance, then connect it to what parents see every day: kids do better when they believe something better is possible and when they trust the adults around them. We also bring in Viktor Frankl's perspective on meaning and purpose, because resilience is often less about raw strength and more about having a reason to keep going.From there, we get practical. We talk about gratitude practices that fit into real routines, how anxiety and gratitude compete for attention, and why simple rituals like sharing “highs and lows” can create safety and connection at home. We also challenge the habit of always answering “I'm fine” and explore how healthy vulnerability can unlock support from friends, mentors, and faith communities.If you want brain-based parenting strategies, trauma-informed encouragement, and realistic next steps for family resilience, this conversation is for you. Subscribe, share with a parent who needs a lift, and leave a five-star review to help more families find the show.Contact:podcasts@calfarley.org To Donate: https://secure.calfarley.org/site/Donation2?3358.donation=form1&df_id=3358&mfc_pref=TTo Apply:https://apply.workable.com/cal-farleys-boys-ranch/j/25E1226091/For More Information about Cal Farley's Boys Ranch:https://www.calfarley.org/Music:"Shine" -NewsboysCCS License No. 9402
They're doing actual football things in Green BayDONATE TO OUR WALK TO END ALZHEIMER'Shttps://act.alz.org/site/Donation2?PROXY_ID=27326672&mfc_pref=T&64087.donation=form1&idb=1863580021&df_id=64087&PROXY_TYPE=20&FR_ID=19856GET IN TOUCHLeave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episodehttps://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweepPrefer more old-school contact? Reach out here:https://thepowersweep.com/contactSUPPORT BLUE 58Donate to our Patreon - For as little as $1 per month, you can access Patreon-only content and get access to our private Discord server.https://www.patreon.com/thepowersweepSubscribe to The Power Sweep's Substack to stay in touch and get content beamed straight to your email inboxhttps://thepowersweep.substack.com/Buy a T-Shirt or Sweatshirt - Look good while supporting The Power Sweep.https://www.teepublic.com/stores/the-power-sweep?ref_id=25927Leave us a 5-Star Review on iTunes - It helps more people find the show!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We made it! Football is back.DONATE TO OUR WALK TO END ALZHEIMER'Shttps://act.alz.org/site/Donation2?PROXY_ID=27326672&mfc_pref=T&64087.donation=form1&idb=1863580021&df_id=64087&PROXY_TYPE=20&FR_ID=19856GET IN TOUCHLeave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episodehttps://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweepPrefer more old-school contact? Reach out here:https://thepowersweep.com/contactSUPPORT BLUE 58Donate to our Patreon - For as little as $1 per month, you can access Patreon-only content and get access to our private Discord server.https://www.patreon.com/thepowersweepSubscribe to The Power Sweep's Substack to stay in touch and get content beamed straight to your email inboxhttps://thepowersweep.substack.com/Buy a T-Shirt or Sweatshirt - Look good while supporting The Power Sweep.https://www.teepublic.com/stores/the-power-sweep?ref_id=25927Leave us a 5-Star Review on iTunes - It helps more people find the show!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Send us Fan MailHope is easy to talk about and hard to hold onto when your child is struggling, withdrawing, or stuck in negative self-talk. We start by defining hope as more than a wish. Real hope is future-focused and backed by action, which means parents can do more than wait and worry. We unpack the signs a child may be losing hope, from losing interest and energy to having trouble imagining a next chapter. From there we share a simple approach that opens doors instead of starting fights: honest “I notice” statements, curiosity, and giving your child enough agency to talk without feeling judged.We also dig into loneliness and isolation, including the way social media and “echo chambers” can reinforce a teen's worst beliefs. A key shift is moving from “How do I get my kid to fit in?” to “How do I help my kid feel belonging?” We talk about faith, community support, and meaningful rituals as anchor points in chaotic seasons, plus why kids often receive wisdom better from trusted adults outside the immediate parent-child dynamic.To close, we focus on what restores hope fastest: small measurable wins, specific encouragement, and unconditional love that is not tied to performance. If you find value here, follow and subscribe, share this with another parent who needs it, and leave a five-star review.Contact:podcasts@calfarley.org To Donate: https://secure.calfarley.org/site/Donation2?3358.donation=form1&df_id=3358&mfc_pref=TTo Apply:https://apply.workable.com/cal-farleys-boys-ranch/j/25E1226091/For More Information about Cal Farley's Boys Ranch:https://www.calfarley.org/Music:"Shine" -NewsboysCCS License No. 9402
It's time to end our position-by-position preview and take a look at one of the most important groups on the roster: the offensive line.DONATE TO OUR WALK TO END ALZHEIMER'Shttps://act.alz.org/site/Donation2?PROXY_ID=27326672&mfc_pref=T&64087.donation=form1&idb=1863580021&df_id=64087&PROXY_TYPE=20&FR_ID=19856GET IN TOUCHLeave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episodehttps://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweepPrefer more old-school contact? Reach out here:https://thepowersweep.com/contactSUPPORT BLUE 58Donate to our Patreon - For as little as $1 per month, you can access Patreon-only content and get access to our private Discord server.https://www.patreon.com/thepowersweepSubscribe to The Power Sweep's Substack to stay in touch and get content beamed straight to your email inboxhttps://thepowersweep.substack.com/Buy a T-Shirt or Sweatshirt - Look good while supporting The Power Sweep.https://www.teepublic.com/stores/the-power-sweep?ref_id=25927Leave us a 5-Star Review on iTunes - It helps more people find the show!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Packers' defensive backfield was a big issue last season. Has it improved for 2026?DONATE TO OUR WALK TO END ALZHEIMER'Shttps://act.alz.org/site/Donation2?PROXY_ID=27326672&mfc_pref=T&64087.donation=form1&idb=1863580021&df_id=64087&PROXY_TYPE=20&FR_ID=19856GET IN TOUCHLeave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episodehttps://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweepPrefer more old-school contact? Reach out here:https://thepowersweep.com/contactSUPPORT BLUE 58Donate to our Patreon - For as little as $1 per month, you can access Patreon-only content and get access to our private Discord server.https://www.patreon.com/thepowersweepSubscribe to The Power Sweep's Substack to stay in touch and get content beamed straight to your email inboxhttps://thepowersweep.substack.com/Buy a T-Shirt or Sweatshirt - Look good while supporting The Power Sweep.https://www.teepublic.com/stores/the-power-sweep?ref_id=25927Leave us a 5-Star Review on iTunes - It helps more people find the show!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Send us Fan MailThe adults shaping your child are not always the ones in your house and that can be either frightening or hopeful. We sit down with a Boys Ranch team that lives this reality every day and unpack why work mentors and vocational mentors so often become the go-to trusted adult for kids. We start with first-job memories, then move into the core idea: side by side work creates connection without constant correction. A mentor who shows up, listens, and takes time to ask questions can lower a young person's defenses and build real trust. We talk about how this applies to parents too, including a simple shift that changes everything: do the chore with your kid and use the shared task to talk. We also touch on the impact of positive male role models, the high stakes influence of coaches, and why character should matter as much as credentials.From there, we get specific about life skills and job readiness. Mentored work teaches soft skills like punctuality, communication, accountability, and how to handle mistakes. You will hear why integrity is taught best by example, why apologizing can deepen a relationship, and how creating a safe space to fail helps kids build confidence and perseverance that carries into school, work, and adulthood.If you care about parenting, youth mentorship, work ethic, and raising resilient kids, hit play. Subscribe, share this with a parent or coach, and leave a review with one lesson you want more adults to model for kids.Contact:podcasts@calfarley.org To Donate: https://secure.calfarley.org/site/Donation2?3358.donation=form1&df_id=3358&mfc_pref=TTo Apply:https://apply.workable.com/cal-farleys-boys-ranch/j/25E1226091/For More Information about Cal Farley's Boys Ranch:https://www.calfarley.org/Music:"Shine" -NewsboysCCS License No. 9402
The Packers revamped their wide receiver room. What can we expect from this group?DONATE TO OUR WALK TO END ALZHEIMER'Shttps://act.alz.org/site/Donation2?PROXY_ID=27326672&mfc_pref=T&64087.donation=form1&idb=1863580021&df_id=64087&PROXY_TYPE=20&FR_ID=19856GET IN TOUCHLeave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episodehttps://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweepPrefer more old-school contact? Reach out here:https://thepowersweep.com/contactSUPPORT BLUE 58Donate to our Patreon - For as little as $1 per month, you can access Patreon-only content and get access to our private Discord server.https://www.patreon.com/thepowersweepSubscribe to The Power Sweep's Substack to stay in touch and get content beamed straight to your email inboxhttps://thepowersweep.substack.com/Buy a T-Shirt or Sweatshirt - Look good while supporting The Power Sweep.https://www.teepublic.com/stores/the-power-sweep?ref_id=25927Leave us a 5-Star Review on iTunes - It helps more people find the show!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Send us Fan MailChores can feel like daily friction, but they're also one of the clearest ways kids learn responsibility, confidence, and how to live with other people. We start with a simple question about least favorite childhood chores, then move into the real parenting challenge: how do you build a healthy relationship with work without turning your home into a battlefield or doing everything for your kids because it's faster? We walk through age-by-age expectations for chores and household responsibilities, from toddlers who want to “help” to school-age kids who can handle more independence, and into the tricky middle school and high school years where motivation changes and schedules explode. Along the way, we connect chores to belonging, family teamwork, problem solving, and the long-term development of work ethic. We also talk about why it's worth letting kids participate even when it slows you down, and how practical life skills help teens leave home as capable, self-sufficient adults. We dig into teen overwhelm and overscheduling, including how to have a real conversation about priorities, time management, rest, and the need for downtime. Finally, we share what work mentorship looks like at Cal Farley's Boys Ranch, including how ownership, encouragement, and learning through hands-on projects can build workplace initiative and leadership. If you want practical parenting advice grounded in brain-based development, this conversation will give you a clearer plan for chores, responsibility, and raising adults. Subscribe, share this with a parent who needs it, and leave a review to help more families find the show.Contact:podcasts@calfarley.org To Donate: https://secure.calfarley.org/site/Donation2?3358.donation=form1&df_id=3358&mfc_pref=TTo Apply:https://apply.workable.com/cal-farleys-boys-ranch/j/25E1226091/For More Information about Cal Farley's Boys Ranch:https://www.calfarley.org/Music:"Shine" -NewsboysCCS License No. 9402
Two things are true about the Packers' linebackers: they're important to the defense, and we don't really know what they're going to do this year.DONATE TO OUR WALK TO END ALZHEIMER'Shttps://act.alz.org/site/Donation2?PROXY_ID=27326672&mfc_pref=T&64087.donation=form1&idb=1863580021&df_id=64087&PROXY_TYPE=20&FR_ID=19856GET IN TOUCHLeave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episodehttps://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweepPrefer more old-school contact? Reach out here:https://thepowersweep.com/contactSUPPORT BLUE 58Donate to our Patreon - For as little as $1 per month, you can access Patreon-only content and get access to our private Discord server.https://www.patreon.com/thepowersweepSubscribe to The Power Sweep's Substack to stay in touch and get content beamed straight to your email inboxhttps://thepowersweep.substack.com/Buy a T-Shirt or Sweatshirt - Look good while supporting The Power Sweep.https://www.teepublic.com/stores/the-power-sweep?ref_id=25927Leave us a 5-Star Review on iTunes - It helps more people find the show!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Send us Fan MailYour kid says they're bored, rejects every suggestion, and somehow you're the problem. We get it and we're offering a better path: use recreation and outdoor play to build real connection, not just kill time. We're joined by our youth activities team to talk through the small, practical choices that change everything, like stepping off the sidelines, bringing a positive attitude, and being willing to look a little silly while you learn alongside your kids.We dig into why adult participation matters so much for parent child relationships and family bonding. When you “get in the game,” kids feel seen, and the pressure drops. We talk about vulnerability as a parenting strength, how losing on purpose is not the goal but how being okay with losing can be, and why play creates a safer space for the conversations that feel hard at the dinner table. Recreation also supports emotional regulation, physical activity, and healthier routines, especially when life at home feels tense.You'll also hear our take on planned family activities versus spontaneous fun, plus how to respond when kids call every idea “lame.” We share tactics that work: approach with enthusiasm, set a short time limit, offer an easy exit, and invite kids to help tweak rules or invent new games. We close with a honest warning about overprogramming and a reminder that boredom can be where creativity begins. If this helped, subscribe, share it with a parent friend, and leave a review. What game are you willing to try with your kid this week?Contact:podcasts@calfarley.org To Donate: https://secure.calfarley.org/site/Donation2?3358.donation=form1&df_id=3358&mfc_pref=TTo Apply:https://apply.workable.com/cal-farleys-boys-ranch/j/25E1226091/For More Information about Cal Farley's Boys Ranch:https://www.calfarley.org/Music:"Shine" -NewsboysCCS License No. 9402
We're talking tight ends. Is a new age of tight end supremacy upon us?DONATE TO OUR WALK TO END ALZHEIMER'Shttps://act.alz.org/site/Donation2?PROXY_ID=27326672&mfc_pref=T&64087.donation=form1&idb=1863580021&df_id=64087&PROXY_TYPE=20&FR_ID=19856GET IN TOUCHLeave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episodehttps://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweepPrefer more old-school contact? Reach out here:https://thepowersweep.com/contactSUPPORT BLUE 58Donate to our Patreon - For as little as $1 per month, you can access Patreon-only content and get access to our private Discord server.https://www.patreon.com/thepowersweepSubscribe to The Power Sweep's Substack to stay in touch and get content beamed straight to your email inboxhttps://thepowersweep.substack.com/Buy a T-Shirt or Sweatshirt - Look good while supporting The Power Sweep.https://www.teepublic.com/stores/the-power-sweep?ref_id=25927Leave us a 5-Star Review on iTunes - It helps more people find the show!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Hello! In today's episode, Hawa shares a dream where rents a cabin in the woods for the week for some solo time and things don't go as planned...Join her as she ranks different types of Cheetos, talks about the cringy side of Creepypasta, and so much more!⩫.⩫.⩫.⩫.⩫.⩫.⩫.⩫.⩫.⩫If you can, please educate yourself on what's currently happening in Ukraine. Below are links where you can learn and help!https://support.savethechildren.org/site/Donation2?df_id=5746&mfc_pref=T&5746.donation=form1https://crisisrelief.un.org/t/ukrainehttps://www.paypal.com/donate/?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=EECANTTJNHN7Y&source=urlIf you can, please educate yourself about the genocide in Gaza! Below are links where you can learn and help!Noah Samsen's YouTube Channel Help Woman in Gaze | Woman For Woman International 10 Ways You Can Support Palestine and Gaza | Muslim Hands UK https://arab.orghttps://ceasefiretoday.comhttps://chuffed.org/project/helpjaafarhttps://chuffed.org/project/helpahmedfamilyIf you can, please educate yourself on the genocide happening in Sudan!! Below are links where you can learn and help! SUDAN WAR UPDATE: KEEP EYES ON SUDAN. WE HAVE NO ONE FIGHTING FOR THE ... | sudan | TikTokURGENT: Sudan Emergency Women for Women InternationalSudan crisis: Facts, FAQs, and how to help | World VisionCrisis in Sudan: What is happening and how to help | International Rescue Committee (IRC)All Eyes On Sudan | TirrrbIf you can, please educate yourself about the silent genocide happening in the Republic of Congo! Below are links where you can learn and help!7 Million People in the Democratic Republic of the Congo Are Now Displaced | Democracy Now!Civilians massacred in DR Congo as clashes spread (france24.com)Save Millions of Lives: How to Help People in Congo (borgenproject.org)Democratic Republic of Congo | International Rescue Committee (IRC)https://youtu.be/cgZsda96Y4w?si=uemRwv99EtQ41-Dl Below are links to resources that can help you, a friend, or anyone! Check them out! Food Pantries of America - Welcome to FoodFinder! Furniture Bank Network | Reshaping Furniture Reuse In North America Pure-gas.org - ethanol-free gasoline in the U.S. and Canada USDA Food and Nutrition Administration | Food and Nutrition Administration Summer Meals Site Finder | Food and Nutrition AdministrationSupport for Low Income Families In the US: Benefits, Housing, Medical Assistance & More - AirTalk Wireless Blog Subsidy | KinderCare If you can, please educate yourself as much as you can about the things going on around the world. There is always a way to help!https://dotherightthing.carrd.co/https://muslimlivesmatter.carrd.co/https://anti-asianviolenceresources.carrd.co/https://blacklivesmatters.carrd.co/https://blmsites.carrd.co/https://www.hrw.org/world-report/2021/country-chapters/colombiahttps://nepal.carrd.co/https://free-palestine.carrd.co/https://fight-antisemitism.carrd.co/https://endsars.carrd.co/https://yemencrisis.carrd.co/https://worldcrisis.carrd.co/https://crisisaroundtheworld.carrd.co/https://helparmenians.carrd.co/https://hopeforhaiti.com/ Thanks for joining us and remember: It's Just a Dream!
The Packers' defensive line was a problem last year, and not in a good way. Can things be better in 2026?DONATE TO OUR WALK TO END ALZHEIMER'Shttps://act.alz.org/site/Donation2?PROXY_ID=27326672&mfc_pref=T&64087.donation=form1&idb=1863580021&df_id=64087&PROXY_TYPE=20&FR_ID=19856GET IN TOUCHLeave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episodehttps://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweepPrefer more old-school contact? Reach out here:https://thepowersweep.com/contactSUPPORT BLUE 58Donate to our Patreon - For as little as $1 per month, you can access Patreon-only content and get access to our private Discord server.https://www.patreon.com/thepowersweepSubscribe to The Power Sweep's Substack to stay in touch and get content beamed straight to your email inboxhttps://thepowersweep.substack.com/Buy a T-Shirt or Sweatshirt - Look good while supporting The Power Sweep.https://www.teepublic.com/stores/the-power-sweep?ref_id=25927Leave us a 5-Star Review on iTunes - It helps more people find the show!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Send us Fan MailYour child's favorite memory probably won't be the final score, it'll be the moment you jumped in and played. We dig into how families can build stronger relationships with kids through a healthy recreation life, using brain-based parenting principles that make play more than “free time.” We define recreation as true rejuvenation and talk about why it works best when it reduces stress, builds connection, and gives kids a safe place to practice big emotions.We walk through what recreation can look like at different ages, from simple elementary games that build motor skills and rule-following, to middle school activities where the pressure around winning and losing ramps up, to high school recreation that supports identity, resilience, and self-discipline. Along the way, we highlight the internal benefits that matter most: sportsmanship, teamwork, empathy, and problem solving. We also get practical about options, including outdoor adventure activities, swimming, arts and crafts, board games, and strategy games that help kids “think ahead” and learn from setbacks.We also tackle what makes recreation succeed: structure, clear expectations, safety, and adults who guide instead of dominate. Finally, we talk screen time and why boundaries only work when we model them, too, including simple scheduling ideas that replace endless scrolling with real connection. If you found this helpful, subscribe, share the show with a friend, and leave a review so more families can find these tools.Contact:podcasts@calfarley.org To Donate: https://secure.calfarley.org/site/Donation2?3358.donation=form1&df_id=3358&mfc_pref=TTo Apply:https://apply.workable.com/cal-farleys-boys-ranch/j/25E1226091/For More Information about Cal Farley's Boys Ranch:https://www.calfarley.org/Music:"Shine" -NewsboysCCS License No. 9402
Hello! In today's episode, Hawa shares an annoying sleep paralysis experience she had in August of 2024. Join her as she talks about her long experience with sleep paralysis, goes on a rant about her right to own a night light, and so much more!⩫.⩫.⩫.⩫.⩫.⩫.⩫.⩫.⩫.⩫If you can, please educate yourself on what's currently happening in Ukraine. Below are links where you can learn and help!https://support.savethechildren.org/site/Donation2?df_id=5746&mfc_pref=T&5746.donation=form1https://crisisrelief.un.org/t/ukrainehttps://www.paypal.com/donate/?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=EECANTTJNHN7Y&source=urlIf you can, please educate yourself about the genocide in Gaza! Below are links where you can learn and help!Noah Samsen's YouTube Channel Help Woman in Gaze | Woman For Woman International 10 Ways You Can Support Palestine and Gaza | Muslim Hands UK https://arab.orghttps://ceasefiretoday.comhttps://chuffed.org/project/helpjaafarhttps://chuffed.org/project/helpahmedfamilyIf you can, please educate yourself on the genocide happening in Sudan!! Below are links where you can learn and help! SUDAN WAR UPDATE: KEEP EYES ON SUDAN. WE HAVE NO ONE FIGHTING FOR THE ... | sudan | TikTokURGENT: Sudan Emergency Women for Women InternationalSudan crisis: Facts, FAQs, and how to help | World VisionCrisis in Sudan: What is happening and how to help | International Rescue Committee (IRC)All Eyes On Sudan | TirrrbIf you can, please educate yourself about the silent genocide happening in the Republic of Congo! Below are links where you can learn and help!7 Million People in the Democratic Republic of the Congo Are Now Displaced | Democracy Now!Civilians massacred in DR Congo as clashes spread (france24.com)Save Millions of Lives: How to Help People in Congo (borgenproject.org)Democratic Republic of Congo | International Rescue Committee (IRC)https://youtu.be/cgZsda96Y4w?si=uemRwv99EtQ41-Dl Below are links to resources that can help you, a friend, or anyone! Check them out! Food Pantries of America - Welcome to FoodFinder! Furniture Bank Network | Reshaping Furniture Reuse In North America Pure-gas.org - ethanol-free gasoline in the U.S. and Canada USDA Food and Nutrition Administration | Food and Nutrition Administration Summer Meals Site Finder | Food and Nutrition AdministrationSupport for Low Income Families In the US: Benefits, Housing, Medical Assistance & More - AirTalk Wireless Blog Subsidy | KinderCare If you can, please educate yourself as much as you can about the things going on around the world. There is always a way to help!https://dotherightthing.carrd.co/https://muslimlivesmatter.carrd.co/https://anti-asianviolenceresources.carrd.co/https://blacklivesmatters.carrd.co/https://blmsites.carrd.co/https://www.hrw.org/world-report/2021/country-chapters/colombiahttps://nepal.carrd.co/https://free-palestine.carrd.co/https://fight-antisemitism.carrd.co/https://endsars.carrd.co/https://yemencrisis.carrd.co/https://worldcrisis.carrd.co/https://crisisaroundtheworld.carrd.co/https://helparmenians.carrd.co/https://hopeforhaiti.com/ Thanks for joining us, and remember: It's Just a Dream!
What do you call a position you hope not to see very much this year? In Green Bay, you call that position running back.DONATE TO OUR WALK TO END ALZHEIMER'Shttps://act.alz.org/site/Donation2?PROXY_ID=27326672&mfc_pref=T&64087.donation=form1&idb=1863580021&df_id=64087&PROXY_TYPE=20&FR_ID=19856GET IN TOUCHLeave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episodehttps://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweepPrefer more old-school contact? Reach out here:https://thepowersweep.com/contactSUPPORT BLUE 58Donate to our Patreon - For as little as $1 per month, you can access Patreon-only content and get access to our private Discord server.https://www.patreon.com/thepowersweepSubscribe to The Power Sweep's Substack to stay in touch and get content beamed straight to your email inboxhttps://thepowersweep.substack.com/Buy a T-Shirt or Sweatshirt - Look good while supporting The Power Sweep.https://www.teepublic.com/stores/the-power-sweep?ref_id=25927Leave us a 5-Star Review on iTunes - It helps more people find the show!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Packers need their edge rushers to hold down the fort until Micah Parsons can come back. Can they get the job done?DONATE TO OUR WALK TO END ALZHEIMER'Shttps://act.alz.org/site/Donation2?PROXY_ID=27326672&mfc_pref=T&64087.donation=form1&idb=1863580021&df_id=64087&PROXY_TYPE=20&FR_ID=19856GET IN TOUCHLeave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episodehttps://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweepPrefer more old-school contact? Reach out here:https://thepowersweep.com/contactSUPPORT BLUE 58Donate to our Patreon - For as little as $1 per month, you can access Patreon-only content and get access to our private Discord server.https://www.patreon.com/thepowersweepSubscribe to The Power Sweep's Substack to stay in touch and get content beamed straight to your email inboxhttps://thepowersweep.substack.com/Buy a T-Shirt or Sweatshirt - Look good while supporting The Power Sweep.https://www.teepublic.com/stores/the-power-sweep?ref_id=25927Leave us a 5-Star Review on iTunes - It helps more people find the show!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Send us Fan MailWork stress can quietly take over a home, and our kids often react before we even notice what's happening in us. We share brain-based ways to reset after work, talk to your spouse with respect, and teach kids coping skills without chasing perfection. • warning signs of overwhelm, including short tempers, checking out, and sudden behavior shifts • how adult stress lowers capacity, creativity, and flexibility at home • why kids mirror our stress responses and may blame themselves • age-appropriate ways to talk about stress and invite problem solving • “redo” moments, repair, and apologies as resilience lessons • the power of structure, routine, and shared calendars for regulation • better timing and tone for hard spouse conversations • transition rituals like walks, music, and commute boundaries • sustainable self-care through sunshine, community, and small daily choices • kid-friendly coping tools like rhythmic activity, highs and lows, and fun baths • when to seek professional services, even proactively • partnering with teachers as part of a wider support system Write in with questions of your own. The email address is podcasts at calfarley.org. Also, if you haven't already, please follow and subscribe to the show and leave us a five-star review. Contact:podcasts@calfarley.org To Donate: https://secure.calfarley.org/site/Donation2?3358.donation=form1&df_id=3358&mfc_pref=TTo Apply:https://apply.workable.com/cal-farleys-boys-ranch/j/25E1226091/For More Information about Cal Farley's Boys Ranch:https://www.calfarley.org/Music:"Shine" -NewsboysCCS License No. 9402
TW: GORE, DISTURBING CONTENT Hello! In today's episode, Hawa shares a string of extremely disturbing nightmares that happened during the span of two months. Join her as she talks about her growing vertical short drama addiction, past relationships, her craving for Chester's Hot Fries, and so much more! ⩫.⩫.⩫.⩫.⩫.⩫.⩫.⩫.⩫.⩫.⩫.⩫.⩫.⩫If you can, please educate yourself on what's currently happening in Ukraine. Below are links where you can learn and help!https://support.savethechildren.org/site/Donation2?df_id=5746&mfc_pref=T&5746.donation=form1https://crisisrelief.un.org/t/ukrainehttps://www.paypal.com/donate/?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=EECANTTJNHN7Y&source=urlIf you can, please educate yourself about the genocide in Gaza! Below are links where you can learn and help!Noah Samsen's YouTube Channel Help Woman in Gaze | Woman For Woman International 10 Ways You Can Support Palestine and Gaza | Muslim Hands UK https://arab.orghttps://ceasefiretoday.comhttps://chuffed.org/project/helpjaafarhttps://chuffed.org/project/helpahmedfamilyIf you can, please educate yourself on the genocide happening in Sudan!! Below are links where you can learn and help! SUDAN WAR UPDATE: KEEP EYES ON SUDAN. WE HAVE NO ONE FIGHTING FOR THE ... | sudan | TikTokURGENT: Sudan Emergency Women for Women InternationalSudan crisis: Facts, FAQs, and how to help | World VisionCrisis in Sudan: What is happening and how to help | International Rescue Committee (IRC)All Eyes On Sudan | TirrrbIf you can, please educate yourself about the silent genocide happening in the Republic of Congo! Below are links where you can learn and help!7 Million People in the Democratic Republic of the Congo Are Now Displaced | Democracy Now!Civilians massacred in DR Congo as clashes spread (france24.com)Save Millions of Lives: How to Help People in Congo (borgenproject.org)Democratic Republic of Congo | International Rescue Committee (IRC)https://youtu.be/cgZsda96Y4w?si=uemRwv99EtQ41-Dl Below are links to resources that can help you, a friend, or anyone! Check them out! Food Pantries of America - Welcome to FoodFinder! Furniture Bank Network | Reshaping Furniture Reuse In North America Pure-gas.org - ethanol-free gasoline in the U.S. and Canada USDA Food and Nutrition Administration | Food and Nutrition Administration Summer Meals Site Finder | Food and Nutrition AdministrationSupport for Low Income Families In the US: Benefits, Housing, Medical Assistance & More - AirTalk Wireless Blog Subsidy | KinderCare If you can, please educate yourself as much as you can about the things going on around the world. There is always a way to help!https://dotherightthing.carrd.co/https://muslimlivesmatter.carrd.co/https://anti-asianviolenceresources.carrd.co/https://blacklivesmatters.carrd.co/https://blmsites.carrd.co/https://www.hrw.org/world-report/2021/country-chapters/colombiahttps://nepal.carrd.co/https://free-palestine.carrd.co/https://fight-antisemitism.carrd.co/https://endsars.carrd.co/https://yemencrisis.carrd.co/https://worldcrisis.carrd.co/https://crisisaroundtheworld.carrd.co/https://helparmenians.carrd.co/https://hopeforhaiti.com/ Thanks for joining us, and remember: It's Just a Dream!
Send us Fan MailThe fastest way to burn out as a parent is to believe you're supposed to carry everything alone. We dig into why asking for help can feel so loaded with shame, fear, and “I should have it together,” even when you're doing your best and running on fumes. If you've ever had someone ask, “What do you need?” and you honestly didn't know how to answer, you'll feel seen here and you'll leave with language you can actually use. We talk about what self-care looks like in real households, including the truth that what calms one person might do nothing for another. Then we get practical about recognizing burnout in the daily grind, reframing help as support, and treating vulnerability as a form of strength. We share how small actions like a meal, a ride, a daycare pickup, or a quick check-in can make an outsized difference for stressed families, and how those moments can build a culture where people look out for each other without keeping score. We also break down how self-care shifts for single parents and working parents, where time, money, childcare, and mental bandwidth are tight. You'll hear ideas for compound self-care with kids, simple planning that makes breathing room possible, and boundary-setting that protects family routines and your own regulation. If you're stuck in survival mode, we focus on tiny, repeatable resets you can do today and how to model healthy breaks so your kids learn it's okay to say, “I need a minute.” Subscribe, share this with a parent who needs backup, and leave a review so more families can find Brain-Based Parenting. What's one small way someone could support you this week?Contact:podcasts@calfarley.org To Donate: https://secure.calfarley.org/site/Donation2?3358.donation=form1&df_id=3358&mfc_pref=TTo Apply:https://apply.workable.com/cal-farleys-boys-ranch/j/25E1226091/For More Information about Cal Farley's Boys Ranch:https://www.calfarley.org/Music:"Shine" -NewsboysCCS License No. 9402
Send us Fan MailYou can't pour patience into your kids when your own tank has been empty for weeks. We discuss what self-care really means for parents, foster parents, and caregivers and why it's one of the most “brain-based parenting” skills we can practice.We start with the real-life stuff: workouts, quiet time with music, crafts, getting outside, and simple alone time. Then we dig into the deeper definition of self-care as intentional choices that help manage stress and regulate emotions. We also call out the biggest trap busy families fall into: believing self-care has to be a big, perfect event. Instead, we talk about small daily actions that prevent caregiver burnout, reduce resentment, and keep conflict from turning into a running scoreboard of old hurts.We explore warning signs like bitterness, joylessness, apathy, and the slow loss of connection in the home, plus how self-care teaches kids to care for their own mental health and physical health. You'll hear practical, time-efficient strategies like taking short breaks, packing snacks, combining movement with parenting, and planning ahead to reduce decision fatigue. We also unpack boundaries, saying no, and how to reframe guilt so self-care feels less like selfishness and more like responsible leadership in your family.If this conversation helps, subscribe to the show, share it with a parent who's running on fumes, and leave a review so more families can find Brain-Based Parenting.Contact:podcasts@calfarley.org To Donate: https://secure.calfarley.org/site/Donation2?3358.donation=form1&df_id=3358&mfc_pref=TTo Apply:https://apply.workable.com/cal-farleys-boys-ranch/j/25E1226091/For More Information about Cal Farley's Boys Ranch:https://www.calfarley.org/Music:"Shine" -NewsboysCCS License No. 9402
Send us Fan MailRepentance can sound like a harsh word, especially when you're parenting a child who already carries shame. We reframe it as metanoia, a change of mind and heart that moves your family from self-defeating patterns toward real flourishing. Along the way, we talk about why kids don't just need “better behavior,” they need a safe relationship with caring adults and a clearer picture of what God is actually like.We talk about what healthy repentance looks like for kids: awareness, confession, making repairs, and growing empathy. We get concrete about parenting skills that support honesty, like responding instead of reacting, avoiding catastrophizing, and making amends when we overreact. We also dig into the difference between a quick “I'm sorry” script and a real apology that names the harm, takes ownership, and respects that forgiveness can't be demanded.Then we shift to fasting and sacrifice in a way that fits real family life. We explain fasting as giving something up to depend on God and give Him your full attention, and we explore age-appropriate options like screen fasts, shared prayer, and simple Sabbath rhythms that don't turn into a performance. If you're looking for Christian parenting guidance that blends spiritual formation with practical, relationship-centered tools, this conversation is for you.Contact:podcasts@calfarley.org To Donate: https://secure.calfarley.org/site/Donation2?3358.donation=form1&df_id=3358&mfc_pref=TTo Apply:https://apply.workable.com/cal-farleys-boys-ranch/j/25E1226091/For More Information about Cal Farley's Boys Ranch:https://www.calfarley.org/Music:"Shine" -NewsboysCCS License No. 9402
Send us Fan MailFaith can feel like a set of ideas kids are supposed to agree with, until real life hits and the beliefs don't have roots. We sit down with our chapel team to talk about how children actually develop a lived, resilient faith through three interconnected practices: serving others, building healthy relationships, and learning what worship really is. We move into the bigger question of how belief becomes something a child can practice on a normal Tuesday. We explore why faith formation is more than spiritual education, and why the Gospel of John treats believing like a verb. Obedience, trust, and “try it and see” moments help kids discover God in action, not just in theory. We share what we've noticed on service projects: kids almost never regret going, groups come back bonded, and serving makes the whole God thing feel more believable. You'll also hear practical, age-appropriate ideas, from chores as service, to plugging into church roles, to “adopting” a senior neighbor who needs small help and real connection. Finally, we zoom out to what healthy Christian community looks like for kids: a judge-free space for hard questions, leaders who are warm but firm, shared meals, intergenerational friendships, and parents who model positive relationships. We also unpack worship beyond singing, including gratitude at home and intentional time in nature that opens kids up to wonder. If you're busy or unsure where to start, we give a simple next step you can take this week. Subscribe, share with a friend, and leave a review, then tell us what small practice your family is trying next.Contact:podcasts@calfarley.org To Donate: https://secure.calfarley.org/site/Donation2?3358.donation=form1&df_id=3358&mfc_pref=TTo Apply:https://apply.workable.com/cal-farleys-boys-ranch/j/25E1226091/For More Information about Cal Farley's Boys Ranch:https://www.calfarley.org/Music:"Shine" -NewsboysCCS License No. 9402