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Parenting Today's Teens

Mark Gregstonredcircle.com

The Parenting Today's Teens Podcast is a daily resource for parents raising teenagers. Hosted by Mark Gregston, a renowned parenting expert with over 45 years of experience, this podcast provides practical, expert advice for navigating the challenges of parenting teens. Whether you're struggling with defiance, emotional issues, or just want to understand your teen better, Mark’s guidance is raw, real, and always hopeful.

Some episodes are co-hosted by Courtney LaFleur, LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) and on-staff counselor at Heartlight, adding professional counseling insights to the conversation. Together, Mark and Courtney provide expert tips and real-life solutions to help you build stronger relationships with your teen and navigate the complexities of today’s adolescent culture.

If you’re looking for guidance on how to connect with your teen, improve family dynamics, and raise a confident, well-adjusted teen, this podcast is for you.

For more parenting tools and expert advice, visit www.ParentingTodaysTeens.org.

Parenting Today's Teens is part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. For more information, visit www.ChristianParenting.org.

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Episodes

Dealing with Anger

On this episode, Mark Gregston talks about how to deal with anger with your teen. To learn more, visit ParentingTodaysTeens.org Our Sponsors: * Check out Stride K12: https://K12.com/TEENS Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jul 22, 202018 minSeason 1Ep. 23

Stories From Heartlight

On this episode, Mark Gregston listens to the stories of a couple of Heartlight teens. To learn more about Heartlight, visit HeartlightMinistries.org. To learn more, visit ParentingTodaysTeens.org Our Sponsors: * Check out Stride K12: https://K12.com/TEENS Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jul 21, 202021 minSeason 1Ep. 22

What if Your Kid's Friends are Bad News?

On this episode, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd ask the question, “what if your kid’s friends are bad news?” To learn more, visit ParentingTodaysTeens.org Our Sponsors: * Check out Stride K12: https://K12.com/TEENS Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jul 20, 202013 minSeason 1Ep. 21

Q&A With Mark Gregston

On this episode, Mark Gregston answers some of your most pressing questions. To learn more, visit ParentingTodaysTeens.org Our Sponsors: * Check out Stride K12: https://K12.com/TEENS Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jul 17, 20207 minSeason 1Ep. 20

7 Ways to Argue Effectively with your Teen

On this episode, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd discuss 7 ways to argue effectively with your teen. To learn more, visit ParentingTodaysTeens.org Our Sponsors: * Check out Stride K12: https://K12.com/TEENS Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jul 16, 202015 minSeason 1Ep. 19

The Key People who Influence our Kid's Lives

On this episode, Mark Gregston talks about the key people who influence our kid's lives. To learn more, visit ParentingTodaysTeens.org Our Sponsors: * Check out Stride K12: https://K12.com/TEENS Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jul 15, 202018 minSeason 1Ep. 18

Stories From Heartlight

On this episode, Mark Gregston listens to the stories of a couple of Heartlight teens. To learn more about Heartlight, visit HeartlightMinistries.org. To learn more, visit ParentingTodaysTeens.org Our Sponsors: * Check out Stride K12: https://K12.com/TEENS Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jul 14, 202021 minSeason 1Ep. 17

Is your Love for your Teen Conditional or Unconditional?

On this episode, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd dive into a very important question: "Is the love you have for your teen conditional...or unconditional?" To learn more, visit ParentingTodaysTeens.org Our Sponsors: * Check out Stride K12: https://K12.com/TEENS Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jul 13, 202014 minSeason 1Ep. 16

Q&A With Mark Gregston

On this episode, Mark Gregston answers some of your most pressing questions. To learn more, visit ParentingTodaysTeens.org Our Sponsors: * Check out Stride K12: https://K12.com/TEENS Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jul 10, 202015 minSeason 1Ep. 15

Embracing Your Parenting Role as a Grandparent

On today’s episode, Mark Gregston is joined by Wayne Shepherd to talk about the role grandparents can play in helping to parent a teen. To learn more, visit ParentingTodaysTeens.org Our Sponsors: * Check out Stride K12: https://K12.com/TEENS Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jul 09, 202012 minSeason 1Ep. 14

The Importance of Listening

On today's episode, Mark Gregston shares why he believes it's so important for both parents and teens to actively listen. To learn more, visit ParentingTodaysTeens.org Our Sponsors: * Check out Stride K12: https://K12.com/TEENS Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jul 08, 202022 minSeason 1Ep. 13

Stories From Heartlight

On this episode, Mark Gregston listens to the stories of a couple of Heartlight teens. To learn more about Heartlight, visit HeartlightMinistries.org. To learn more, visit ParentingTodaysTeens.org Our Sponsors: * Check out Stride K12: https://K12.com/TEENS Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jul 07, 202021 minSeason 1Ep. 12

Rules and Consequences That Actually Work

On this episode, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd talk about rules and consequences that actually work. To learn more, visit ParentingTodaysTeens.org Our Sponsors: * Check out Stride K12: https://K12.com/TEENS Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jul 06, 202014 minSeason 1Ep. 11

Q&A With Mark Gregston

On this episode, Mark Gregston answers some of your most pressing questions. To learn more, visit ParentingTodaysTeens.org Our Sponsors: * Check out Stride K12: https://K12.com/TEENS Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jul 03, 202014 minSeason 1Ep. 10

Letting Go Of The Past

On this episode, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd talk about what to do when it’s hard to let go of the past. To learn more, visit ParentingTodaysTeens.org Our Sponsors: * Check out Stride K12: https://K12.com/TEENS Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jul 02, 202014 minSeason 1Ep. 9

Living Your Life with Impact and Significance

On this episode, Mark Gregston talks about the way to build a lasting legacy. To learn more, visit ParentingTodaysTeens.org Our Sponsors: * Check out Stride K12: https://K12.com/TEENS Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jul 01, 202019 minSeason 1Ep. 8

Stories From Heartlight

On this episode, Mark Gregston has a conversation with a couple of Heartlight teens. To learn more about Heartlight, visit HeartlightMinistries.org . To learn more, visit ParentingTodaysTeens.org Our Sponsors: * Check out Stride K12: https://K12.com/TEENS Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...

Jun 30, 202038 minSeason 1Ep. 7

Parenting Your Teen With Conviction AND Compassion

On this episode, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd talk about how to parent your teen with conviction AND compassion. To learn more, visit ParentingTodaysTeens.org Our Sponsors: * Check out Stride K12: https://K12.com/TEENS Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jun 29, 202013 minSeason 1Ep. 6

Q&A With Mark Gregston

On this episode, Mark Gregston answers some of your most pressing questions. To learn more, visit ParentingTodaysTeens.org Our Sponsors: * Check out Stride K12: https://K12.com/TEENS Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jun 26, 202015 minSeason 1Ep. 5

Surviving in the Jungle

On this episode, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd talk about helping your teens survive in the jungle. To learn more, visit ParentingTodaysTeens.org Our Sponsors: * Check out Stride K12: https://K12.com/TEENS Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jun 25, 202014 minSeason 1Ep. 4

Communicating With Your Teen During Covid-19

On this episode, Mark Gregston offers practical wisdom for how you can best communicate with your teen while stuck at home during the Covid-19 pandemic. To learn more, visit ParentingTodaysTeens.org Our Sponsors: * Check out Stride K12: https://K12.com/TEENS Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jun 24, 20209 minSeason 1Ep. 3

Stories From Heartlight

On this episode, Mark Gregston has a conversation with a couple of Heartlight teens. To learn more about Heartlight, visit HeartlightMinistries.org . To learn more, visit ParentingTodaysTeens.org Our Sponsors: * Check out Stride K12: https://K12.com/TEENS Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...

Jun 23, 202020 minSeason 1Ep. 2

Your Teen’s Search For Wisdom

On this episode, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd talk about your teen’s search for wisdom. To learn more, visit ParentingTodaysTeens.org Our Sponsors: * Check out Stride K12: https://K12.com/TEENS Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jun 22, 202014 minSeason 1Ep. 1

Welcome to Parenting Today's Teens

A daily podcast released every weekday, the Parenting Today’s Teens Podcast features Mark Gregston, a parenting expert who has worked with teens and parents for over 45 years. His wit and wisdom has been gathered through his experiences of working with struggling teens, and his practical application of his insights are “down to earth” and effective in their application. Each day, Mark will share his understanding of teens and parenting in various formats. Twice a week, Mark shares on specific to...

Jun 15, 20202 min
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