Since 1993, Focus on the Family Australia has been helping Australian families and communities through radio broadcasts, preventative education programs, seminars, counselling and a wide range of resources for families. Focus on the Family Australia is a not-for-profit organisation that offers relevant, practical support to help families thrive in every stage of life, regardless of their religion, politics, socioeconomic status, culture or age.
Latest episodes
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27 min
Oct Sat 24 2026
Why is adult friendship so hard? Sheridan Voisey, founder of Friendship Lab, explores the loneliness epidemic, the difference between colleagues and true friends, and practical ski…
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25 min
Oct Sat 17 2026
Joining us again today is Professor Patrick Parkinson from Publica?'a research organisation bridging the gap between Christian conviction and public policy. Today, we dive into the…
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26 min
Oct Sat 10 2026
Today we're joined by Professor Patrick Parkinson from Publica?'a research organisation bridging the gap between Christian conviction and public policy. We discuss how the local ch…
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26 min
Oct Sat 3 2026
Counsellor Natalie Darty explains how emotion coaching can transform family conflict. Rather than fixing or dismissing big feelings, parents can name emotions, listen with curiosit…
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25 min
Sep Sat 26 2026
Practical advice, inspiration and encouragement on marriage, relationships and parenting.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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26 min
Real Talk - 19-20 September 2026
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27 min
Sep Sat 12 2026
Join Brett and Kate Ryan, along with marriage therapist Natalie Darty, as they explore how to move from reactive cycles to heart-to-heart connections in relationships. Learn the im…
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26 min
Sep Sat 5 2026
Practical advice, inspiration and encouragement on marriage, relationships and parenting.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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27 min
Neuro Diverse Marriage - Part 2 - 29-30 August 2026
In this episode, Dr. Stephanie Holmes discusses the complexities of marriage within neurodiverse relationships, specifically those involving Autism Spectrum Disorder. She shares in…
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26 min
Neuro Diverse Marriage - Part 1 - 22 August 2026
Neuro Diverse Marriage - Part 1See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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27 min
Your Home Your Heritage - Part 1 - 15-16 August 2026
Explore the significance of family as a sacred training ground with author Ann Cutchie. Discover how to raise confident, respectful children aligned with God’s principles. Ann shar…
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25 min
Peacemaking - Part 2 - 8-9 August 2026
The Bible says in Matthew 5 'Blessed are the peacemakers.' But how do we do that? With Wayne Forward, CEO of PeaceWise, we explore how a simple shift in posture - being quick to li…
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26 min
Peacemaking - Part 1 - 1-2 August 2026
Wayne Forward, CEO of PeaceWise, discusses how we can resolve and role model God honouring conflict resolution for ourselves (and for our children) so we can be more like Jesus who…
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28 min
Honouring a Life Part 2 - James Clarke - 25-26 July 2026
A funeral isn’t just for the person who died; it’s a vital step for the healing of those left behind. How can we make this experience of honouring a life, be a little easier during…
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27 min
Honouring a Life Part I - James Clarke - 18-19 July 2026
A funeral is a powerful moment to celebrate how God’s grace shone through a person?'in their laughter, their kindness, and even those unique quirks we loved most. Our guest today i…
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26 min
Slow Burn Romance - Joanne Wilson - 11-12 July 2026
Today we explore the beauty of the slow-burn romance with our guest, relationships counsellor, Jo Wilson. Join us as we talk about why slowing down might be the best way to move fo…
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25 min
Navigating Differing Viewpoints in Relationships - Joanne Wilson - 4-5 July 2026
As followers of Christ, we are called to be peacemakers, but we are also called to hold fast to our convictions. With Joanne Wilson, counsellor and neuro-psychotherapist, we discus…
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27 min
Truth Rising - John Stonestreet and Jim Daly - 27-28 June 2026
God wants Christians to live with confidence, and courage. Therefore, we need to increase in wisdom and knowledge, so that we can better serve those around us.??? However, in today…
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23 min
Big Kids Table Part 2 - Lauren Foster and Georgia Nicholas - 20-21 June 2026
In a world where the internet is more than happy to disciple our kids in sexuality, many churches, Christian schools and mums and dads feel ill-equipped, anxious, or stuck behind a…
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25 min
Big Kids Table - 13-14 June 2026
Join us today on Focus on the Family with Lauren and Georgia who are co-founders of ’Big Kids Table’. Where there has been silence there needs to be conversation and our conversati…