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How do we have real conversations about real issues our kids are struggling with?
Join Mandy Majors (award-winning author of "TALK" and "Keeping Kids Safe in a Digital World") and Kim Elerick (former radio morning host) for practical parenting stories! nextTalk is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization keeping kids safe by creating a culture of honest conversation in families, churches and schools.
Episodes
319 episodes since 2020
AI, Deepfakes & Nudes
Many are talking about how AI is leading to deepfakes and misinformation, but how is AI affecting the way we talk to our kids about nudes? AI has shifted the conversation about nude photos. We’ll explain that shift in this show and give you pra...
September 16, 2024
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22:37
The first nextTalk kid: an interview with Mandy’s 20-year-old daughter
Mandy sits down with her 20-year-old daughter to discuss: 1) how to respond when your kid is questioning their faith; 2) what she thinks about how Mandy parented phones and social media; and 3) how much she hated “nextTalk teachable moments” as...
September 09, 2024
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42:10
"Anxious Generation" Book by Jonathan Haidt
We review the #1 New York Times Bestseller, “The Anxious Generation" by social psychologist, Jonathan Haidt. He connects the high rates of anxiety and depression with the introduction of the smart phone. Haidt lays out the problem and provides ...
August 26, 2024
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58:45
Brian Montgomery: Update, Prayer Request & Special Message for Dads
Brian Montgomery joins the show to give us an update on his health and legislative work to help keep kids safe through Walker’s Law. We also dig into the important role dads play in our homes and community as well as Brian’s poignant challenge ...
July 29, 2024
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46:46
Parenting Advice with Pastor Emmitt
Pastor Robert Emmitt was the founding pastor at Community Bible Church in San Antonio, TX. God used him over the years to grow the church and minister to our families. There are so many teachable moments we use from him on our shows and in our ...
June 14, 2024
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55:51
Live Podcast: Reclaim Your Family
At the end of a school year or after a difficult season in life, we often find ourselves crawling across the finish line. Screen time is at an all-time high, bedtimes are off, eating is unbalanced, and we feel like we’re trying to survive. This...
June 03, 2024
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45:46
Cherish Your Family
With summer on the horizon, we're excited to share with you some upcoming nextTalk events and the reason why FAMILY is a core value here at nextTalk. In the rush of May, and life in general, we want to encourage you with ways to truly cherish y...
May 27, 2024
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19:00
My kid saw porn and didn't tell me. Now what?
You feel betrayed and angry because the trust has been broken. Why didn’t your child tell you? Where do you go from here? God can use this for good. We’ll walk you through your next steps and give practical advice to get you and your kid on the...
May 20, 2024
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32:01
My kid was exposed to porn and confided in me. Now what?
Your kid was exposed to porn and told you. You’re happy they were honest, but now what? We know it feels like their innocence has been stolen. We’ve been there, and we know how it feels. This is a defining moment where a culture of conversati...
May 13, 2024
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22:34
What’s one thing I can do to protect my kid from sexual abuse?
There are many things we can do to protect our kids from sexual abuse like talk about private parts, boundaries, consent, etc. Yes, we need to do all of it! But, please don’t miss this very practical conversation that we believe also helps prev...
May 06, 2024
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13:36
Sexual Abuse: A Counselor's Personal and Professional Journey
Jamie Mershon has the unique standpoint of being the spouse of a husband who suffered childhood sexual abuse, as well as being a trauma informed counselor. She shares how she walked through this as a wife, and then gives practical tips and eye-...
April 29, 2024
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1:01:27
Childhood Sexual Abuse: The story of an adult male survivor
A husband and dad of three little girls shares his sexual abuse story. He was 11 years old when it first happened but didn't recognize it as abuse until many years later. Learn about the unique path he finally found on his road to healing and t...
April 22, 2024
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53:12
Sexual Abuse: Boys are victims too
Every parent needs to listen to this show. Mandy talks with a mom who bravely shares the story of how she learned that her son had been sexually abused. What were the warning signs? How can we best support our kids through a trauma like this?&n...
April 15, 2024
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46:52
Let your kid struggle.
You've noticed your kid is struggling. You think it's gaming. Maybe their friend group. Is it social media? What should I do?
April 08, 2024
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22:03
Am I two-faced?
Has your kid ever come home and said, “My friend is acting differently when we’re around friends. His parents have no idea what he’s doing or saying!” How do you handle that? If we’re being honest, we all struggle with being a little two-faced ...
April 01, 2024
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28:44
The gift of Easter!
It’s Easter week! We challenge you to pause and reflect this week on who Jesus was, his ministry and how He changes everything. On this NEW show, we’ll share practical ideas on how to talk to your kids about the Easter story and how it relates ...
March 25, 2024
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22:24
Help! My child asked me a highly sexualized question.
We recently got asked, “How do I answer this highly sexualized question with my elementary aged kid?” We’ll tell you that exact question (it’s R-rated!), we’ll give you our answer and then we talk about practical ways to talk about sex with you...
March 18, 2024
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25:25
My kid is addicted to screens. Help!
A mom stopped us and said “I think my kid is addicted to screens!” We shared 1 small shift for her to make that day. Listen to see if it helps you too!
March 04, 2024
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16:19
It feels like I'm losing my kid. Why is my kid pulling away?
If you're grappling with the fine line between privacy and supervision as your kids are growing up, especially in the digital realm, you are not alone! It can be difficult for many parents as kids start to mature and become more independent. Wh...
February 26, 2024
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22:14
LIVE SHOW: Does your kid know what to do when they see something bad?
We've created six guidelines that when communicated to kids should trigger a red flag to go off in their mind that they need to tell mom, dad, or a trusted adult! Listen in for this very practical resource that could save your kid.
February 19, 2024
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56:54
Tall Cop: Vapes and Drug Culture
Tall Cop, Jermaine Galloway, is back! He paints a very clear picture about the reality of vaping and general drug culture and how parents play the most important role in protecting their kids. Beyond just statistics, Galloway takes us thr...
February 12, 2024
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32:29
Consent
The word consent brings to mind a lot of different ideas and conversations. Kim tackles the idea that the concept of consent has changed and now applies to young kids and social media. While Mandy sees the larger issue of rape culture and young...
February 05, 2024
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23:54
Brian Montgomery: A Candid Conversation about Porn
Brian Montgomery returns to the nextTalk podcast to talk candidly about pornography. We discuss the desensitization of our kids and how that affects so many of their choices. Brian reminds us why education, and creating a culture of conversatio...
January 29, 2024
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59:49