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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

What Do Our Teens Really Want? (Part 1)

On this episode, Mark Gregston talks about how to give our teens what they want, but also what they really need. To learn more, visit ParentingTodaysTeens.org. Our Sponsors: * Check out Stride K12: https://K12.com/TEENS Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Oct 14, 202024 minSeason 1Ep. 83

Mark's Interviews with Teens

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

Oct 13, 202021 minSeason 1Ep. 82

Parenting with an Adopted Child

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

Oct 12, 202017 minSeason 1Ep. 81

Mark Answers Your Questions

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

Oct 09, 202029 minSeason 1Ep. 80

Teens Who Demand and Parents Who Don't

On this episode, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd talk about how to be a parent who demands more from their teen. To learn more, visit ParentingTodaysTeens.org Our Sponsors: * Check out Stride K12: https://K12.com/TEENS Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Oct 08, 202017 minSeason 1Ep. 79

Where is your Treasure?

On this episode, Mark Gregston talks about learning to cherish the truly valuable things in this fragile life. To learn more, visit ParentingTodaysTeens.org. Our Sponsors: * Check out Stride K12: https://K12.com/TEENS Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Oct 07, 202019 minSeason 1Ep. 78

Mark's Interviews with Teens

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

Oct 06, 202021 minSeason 1Ep. 77

Don't Lose Your Authority!

On this episode, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd talk about what to do when you've lost your authority 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

Oct 05, 202013 minSeason 1Ep. 76

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

Oct 02, 202023 minSeason 1Ep. 75

Saying NO to Your Teen

On this episode, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd talk about saying NO to your teen ... when maybe you should be saying YES more often. To learn more, visit ParentingTodaysTeens.org Our Sponsors: * Check out Stride K12: https://K12.com/TEENS Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Oct 01, 202011 minSeason 1Ep. 74

Gaining Biblical Understanding and Wisdom

On this episode, Mark Gregston talks about gaining understanding and wisdom from a biblical perspective as you parent 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

Sep 30, 202032 minSeason 1Ep. 73

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

Sep 29, 202021 minSeason 1Ep. 72

Being Your Teen's GPS

On this episode, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd talk about how to be the GPS your teen needs to navigate life. To learn more, visit ParentingTodaysTeens.org Our Sponsors: * Check out Stride K12: https://K12.com/TEENS Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Sep 28, 202011 minSeason 1Ep. 71

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

Sep 25, 202024 minSeason 1Ep. 70

Reconciliation with Your Teen

On this episode, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd talk to parents about how to keep the marriage going in the midst of teen struggles. To learn more, visit ParentingTodaysTeens.org Our Sponsors: * Check out Stride K12: https://K12.com/TEENS Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Sep 24, 202018 minSeason 1Ep. 69

When You Don't Know What to Do

On this episode, Mark Gregston talks about what to do when you feel like you're lost and don't know what to do 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

Sep 23, 202016 minSeason 1Ep. 68

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

Sep 22, 202025 minSeason 1Ep. 67

Parental Controls and the Internet

On this episode, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd talk about how to balance your teen’s internet privacy concerns with protecting them. To learn more, visit ParentingTodaysTeens.org Our Sponsors: * Check out Stride K12: https://K12.com/TEENS Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Sep 21, 202012 minSeason 1Ep. 66

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

Sep 18, 202019 minSeason 1Ep. 65

Keeping the Marriage Going in the Midst of Teen Struggles

On this episode, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd talk to parents about how to keep the marriage going in the midst of teen struggles. To learn more, visit ParentingTodaysTeens.org Our Sponsors: * Check out Stride K12: https://K12.com/TEENS Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Sep 17, 202018 minSeason 1Ep. 64

Why Active Listening Is So Important

On this episode, Mark Gregston talks about why active listening is one of the best things you can give 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

Sep 16, 202015 minSeason 1Ep. 63

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

Sep 15, 202022 minSeason 1Ep. 62

Your Kids, the Internet and Pornography

On this episode, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd tackle the topic of your kids, the internet and pornography. To learn more, visit ParentingTodaysTeens.org Our Sponsors: * Check out Stride K12: https://K12.com/TEENS Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Sep 14, 202012 minSeason 1Ep. 61

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

Sep 11, 202019 minSeason 1Ep. 60

Is the Internet Making Your Teen a Different Person?

On this episode, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd talk about the dangers of the internet, especially if it’s making your teen a different person. To learn more, visit ParentingTodaysTeens.org Our Sponsors: * Check out Stride K12: https://K12.com/TEENS Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Sep 10, 202020 minSeason 1Ep. 59

The Contrary Culture Our Teens are Living In

On this episode, Mark Gregston shares some wisdom regarding the contrary culture our teens are living in. To learn more, visit ParentingTodaysTeens.org. Our Sponsors: * Check out Stride K12: https://K12.com/TEENS Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Sep 09, 202017 minSeason 1Ep. 58

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

Sep 08, 202023 minSeason 1Ep. 57

A Message for Part-Time Parents

On this episode, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd give encouragement and advice to part-time parents. To learn more, visit ParentingTodaysTeens.org Our Sponsors: * Check out Stride K12: https://K12.com/TEENS Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Sep 07, 202012 minSeason 1Ep. 56

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

Sep 04, 202023 minSeason 1Ep. 55

Social Networking and Your Teen

On this episode, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd talk about social networking and 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

Sep 03, 202019 minSeason 1Ep. 54
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