Building and Celebrating Your Unique Family Culture

Parenting and coaching both demand the same tricky balance—knowing when to step in and when to step back. BYU head football coach Kalani Sitake joins Lisa to talk about leadership, trust, and vulnerability. How do you connect with those you guide while still holding boundaries? How do you teach resilience without rescuing too soon? With stories from the field and from home, Kalani shares how embracing failure and grace can help kids—and all of us—grow stronger through struggle.

Parenting can feel like a rollercoaster—especially when ADHD enters the picture. In this episode, three moms open up about their journeys raising children with ADHD. Through honest stories, hard-won lessons, and heartfelt advice, they offer hope and reassurance to any parent wondering if they’re doing enough. Whether you’re just beginning this journey or supporting someone who is, you’ll find encouragement, perspective, and community here.

Parenting can feel like a rollercoaster, and when ADHD enters the picture, it can feel like you’re on the ride without a seatbelt. This week, Lisa sits down with Diane Dempster and Elaine Taylor-Klaus, founders of Impact Parents, to talk about what it really means to raise kids with ADHD. They share personal stories from their own families and why the heart of good parenting isn’t just about managing our kids’ behavior—it’s about understanding ourselves. Whether you’re raising a child with ADHD or just trying to show up better as a parent, this conversation will leave you feeling more informed, compassionate, and empowered. Be sure to check out Impact Parents at their website: https://impactparents.com/

What does it really mean to hold onto faith when life doesn’t go the way you hoped? Julie Taylor, host of Get Ready With God, shares her powerful story of moving from atheism to belief and then facing the unthinkable loss of her son just one year into her new faith journey. Together with Lisa, she explores the moments that become landmarks in our relationship with God, whether they come through quiet conviction or heartbreaking trial. This conversation invites you to see your own faith journey differently and consider how belief can deepen even in life’s hardest seasons. Check out Julie's podcast here: https://www.julietaylorco.com/podcast Be sure to check out Julie on Instagram: @thejulietaylor @getreadywithgodpod

What makes a family truly unique is the culture they build together. From favorite foods to made-up holidays, family culture is a blend of traditions, values, and everyday rituals that give life meaning and connection. In this episode, you’ll hear a collection of voices sharing how their families have created culture in small and surprising ways, proving that what really defines us are the memories and practices we share together.

On this special episode of The Lisa Show, we’re teaming up with our friends at Constant Wonder for a conversation about the power of wonder in our everyday lives. Hosts Lisa Valentine Clark and Marcus Smith sit down with Deborah Farmer Kris—parent educator, child development expert, and author of "Raising Awe-Seekers: How the Science of Wonder Helps Our Kids Thrive." Together, they explore how moments of awe—whether sparked by nature, hobbies, or shared experiences—can deepen our connections with our world, with our neighbors, and with our family. Check out more of Deborah's work at her website: https://www.parenthood365.com/ More of Constant Wonder: https://www.byuradio.org/constant-wonder

Worried about your kids’ cell phone use? What about your own phone habits? Phones come with several risks, and yet they have also become a necessary part of our lives. So how do we reap the rewards of technology without its hazards? Dr. Jacqueline Nesi of Brown University talks with Lisa about the effects of phone use and how to make sure our phones are helping and not hurting our lives. This episode features 6 questions to help guide us toward a healthier relationship with the devices in all of our pockets. For more research on living and parenting in the digital age, visit Dr. Jacqueline Nesi's website: https://technosapiens.substack.com/ Subscribe to The Lisa Show newsletter! https://share.hsforms.com/10UpGR4rwQXCB8xeHm0wWSAr35f2

Alan Ormsby, the State Director of AARP Utah, joins Lisa to talk about how to best help our aging parents. From spotting safety hazards at home, to avoiding common scams, to knowing when it’s time to stop driving, Alan shares practical advice for caretakers, families, and anyone preparing for the future. For more resources from AARP in the state of Utah check out: aarp.org/ut Check out the National AARP website for more information and resources: https://www.aarp.org/homepage/value/ Join The Lisa Show newsletter here: https://share.hsforms.com/10UpGR4rwQXCB8xeHm0wWSAr35f2

Brooke Romney joins Lisa to share practical, compassionate tips for helping kids develop the confidence they need to thrive. From teaching your teen conversation starters to helping them navigate disappointment, Brooke breaks down the small, teachable moments that build lasting confidence in our kids. Whether you’re raising toddlers, teens, or somewhere in between, this episode offers tools to help your kids navigate the world with kindness, resilience, and self-assurance. Join The Lisa Show newsletter here: https://share.hsforms.com/10UpGR4rwQXCB8xeHm0wWSAr35f2

The Lisa Show is happy to announce a new podcast we've been working on called "Proofread"! Between work, parenting, and life’s endless to-do lists, who has time to invest in books they don't like? Welcome to Proofread. Proofread wants to help you read more of what you love and less of what you don't. Hosted by Kacy and Tyler, two English professors, avid readers, and busy parents, each Proofread episode gives you everything you need to decide whether a book is a must-read or a hard pass. In just 15 minutes, you’ll get thoughtful context, a quick summary, honest opinions, and clear content warnings. No spoilers and no fluff. These aren’t sponsored reviews, just real readers giving real takes to help you find the right book for right now. Proofread is a production of BYU Radio.