Real Family Talk

Through engaging, informative, and spiritual discussions about issues facing todayʼs families, Real Family Talk seeks to strengthen families and inspire hope.

Real Family Talk

July 26th, 2018

After the Death of a Spouse

Donna Karpenko's husband Larry died six weeks after being diagnosed with Leukemia, leaving his wife of 44 years and adult children devastated. Hear Donna's story on how she coped after the tragedy of losing her husband and how she learned to survive on her own.

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  1. July 26th, 2018

    After the Death of a Spouse

    Donna Karpenko's husband Larry died six weeks after being diagnosed with Leukemia, leaving his wife of 44 years and adult children devastated. Hear Donna's story on how she coped after the tragedy of losing her husband and how she learned to survive on her own.

  2. December 6th, 2015

    Dealing with Abuse

    Join Willie and Elaine as they address the prevalence of abuse and domestic violence in their conversation with Heather-Dawn Small, director of Women's Ministries for the Worldwide Seventh-day Adventist Church.

  3. November 29th, 2015

    How to Talk to Kids about Sexuality

    Why are parents uncomfortable talking about sex? What's the goal in talking with our kids about sexuality? Join Willie and Elaine as they talk with Professor and Chair of the department of Counseling and Family Sciences at Loma Linda University Curtis Fox about sexuality, and the stages of development and how to talk to your kids about sex.

  4. November 15th, 2015

    One Mother's Experience with Autism

    An estimated 17 million people worldwide are living with Autism. Join Willie and Elaine as they talk with Kami Borg, who raises awareness and understanding about how Autism affects families by relating her own experiences.

  5. November 8th, 2015

    Bringing Back the Romance

    Is your love life taking a backseat to life, work and parenting? Join Willie and Elaine as they discuss ways to revive the romance in your relationship.

  6. November 1st, 2015

    Overcoming Addiction to Pornography

    Today 12% of websites are pornographic and more than 28,000 internet users are viewing porn. This is alarming! How would this impact your marriage and family? And how do you overcome it? Join Willie and Elaine as they talk to Pastor Bernie Anderson who was addicted to pornography for ten years and how God broke that addiction.

  7. October 25th, 2015

    Seven Ways to Stay Happily Married

    How do you stay happily married when it seems that you are not compatible and your relationship is dysfunctional? Join Willie and Elaine as they share seven ways to help your marriage thrive.

  8. October 18th, 2015

    3 Ways to Manage Differences

    How do we mange our differences? How do we grow in God? Join Willie and Elaine as they accentuate the need to live with the reality of imperfection and to facilitate God's ideal for growth and happiness.

  9. October 11th, 2015

    5 Steps to Better Communication

    Over the years Willie and Elaine have received a number of questions from you as viewers, or responding to their magazine columns and social media pages about practical ways to improve communication. Join now as they answer your questions and discuss practical tips to communicate effectively particularly with a spouse.

  10. October 4th, 2015

    Raising Children with Disabilities

    Understand firsthand the challenges of parenting a child with special needs. Join Willie and Elaine as they talk with Jack and Cheryl Sonceau on the different factors of raising their daughter Lauren who has cerebral paisy. How do you overcome the challenges? What's the best ways to support families with these challenges?

ABOUT THE SHOW

Through engaging, informative, and spiritual discussions about issues facing todayʼs families, Real Family Talk seeks to strengthen families and inspire hope. In each edition, the Olivers draw from their pastoral, educational, and counseling experience to navigate discussions about family life, approaching each topic with practical solutions and sound biblical principles.

Hosts
Dr. Willie Oliver

Dr. Willie Oliver

Elaine Oliver

Elaine Oliver

Show
Real Family Talk
Hosts
Dr. Willie Oliver, Elaine Oliver
Categories
Children, Family, People, Youth
Language
English
Seasons
12
Episodes
163

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