The Winning Family Podcast: Recent Episodes
Rodney & Michelle Gage
The Winning Family Podcast with Rodney & Michelle Gage is designed to help you win at home and in life. Each episode features hope, and how-to's and answers the tough questions couples and parents ask to help you win in your most important relationships.
In this episode of The Winning Family Podcast, Rodney & Michelle Gage break down the four types of friends your child might have in their life—those who add, subtract, multiply, and divide. Using powerful biblical principles, they explore how choosing the right friends shapes your habits and your future. You'll learn how to help your children surround themselves with people who uplift and sharpen them, while avoiding those who take away from their growth. Tune in for practical wisdom on building meaningful, life-giving relationships that reflect God's purpose for your family!
In this episode of The Winning Family Podcast, Rodney and Michelle Gage dive into the key to building a strong, healthy marriage rooted in biblical principles. They share practical ways to be intentional in your relationship by understanding and meeting your spouse's needs, focusing on God's truth over cultural norms, and prioritizing togetherness in all aspects of life. You’ll also discover how living out God’s purpose for your marriage can strengthen your bond and deepen your connection. Whether you’re newlyweds or have been married for years, these habits will help you cultivate a lasting, God-centered relationship.
In this episode of The Winning Family Podcast, Rodney & Michelle Gage explore the transformative power of a weekly check-in for Christian families. In the hustle and bustle of modern life, it’s easy for families to get caught up in a whirlwind of activities, schedules, and to-do lists. However, taking intentional time each week to slow down and connect can have profound effects on our children’s social, emotional, and spiritual well-being. In a world that often prioritizes productivity over presence, slowing down for a weekly check-in reminds us of what truly matters: our relationship with one another.
In this episode of The Winning Family Podcast, we dive into the powerful journey of reparenting yourself to break free from the cycle of generational trauma so you can raise emotionally healthy kids. We’ll tackle the tough question: How do you heal from the emotional wounds of your past and become the parent you always wanted to have and be? Join Rodney and Michelle Gage as they explore practical steps for healing, backed by spiritual wisdom, to help you nurture your children with the love and support they deserve.
Are you ready to help your children discover and fulfill their God-given purpose? In our latest episode of The Winning Family Podcast, "Be a Purpose Pilot," Rodney and Michelle delve into the powerful role parents play in guiding their kids toward their unique destinies. Join us as we explore how to help your children recognize and embrace their gifts, passions, and strengths while also understanding and overcoming their struggles.
Join Rodney & Michelle Gage on this episode of The Winning Family Podcast as they delve into the powerful concept of being a "Training Camp Coach" for your child and discuss discipline in the home. Discipline is not something we do toour children, but something we do for them. It’s all about correction driven by love, setting guardrails to protect, and guideposts to direct our kids toward a path of righteousness and fulfillment.
Tune in to gain valuable insights and practical tips on how to shape your child's character compass through effective teaching and training. Equip yourself with the tools to be the coach your child needs, nurturing them to thrive and excel in every aspect of life!
In this episode of The Winning Family Podcast, Rodney & Michelle Gage explore a critical aspect of parenting: helping your children uncover their God-given identity. In a world where many young people lack a solid spiritual and moral foundation, they are susceptible to the lies and deceptions of the enemy. As a parent, you play a crucial role in guiding your child toward discovering who God made them to be.
Tune in to our latest episode to learn biblical truth, practical tools, and daily reminders that you can use to transform your child into a spiritual champion!
Set the spiritual tone for your child’s life! Join Rodney & Michelle Gage in our latest episode of The Winning Family Podcast as we explore how parents, the #1 influence in a child's life, can be spiritual trendsetters, instilling godly wisdom and moral values in their child to raise them to be spiritual leaders.
"Every family ends up somewhere, but few end up somewhere on purpose." In this episode of The Winning Family Podcast, Rodney & Michelle Gage dive into what it looks like to live intentionally as a family by exploring three pivotal actions that can help steer your family back on track toward the life you aspire to have.
Join Rodney & Michelle Gage on this episode of The Winning Family Podcast as they dive into the crucial topic of teaching your kids to cultivate a teachable spirit, highlighting how teachability is connected to likability, wisdom, and can reduce conflicts in your child's relationships. Tune in to discover how to empower your kids with this invaluable trait, setting them on a path of growth and success in their lives!
Are you struggling to instill spiritual values in your children or maintain a clear vision for your family's future? You're not alone. According to Barna Research, many parents feel ill-equipped to guide their children morally and spiritually, leading to concerns about their upbringing. But fear not! In this episode of The Winning Family Podcast, Rodney & Michelle Gage explore practical strategies to empower you as a parent and steer your family toward a purpose-driven life using the Word of God.
As parents, we're confronted with a sobering reality: our children absorb not only what we say, but also what we do. In this episode of The Winning Family Podcast, Rodney & Michelle Gage share the transformative impact parents have in shaping their children's futures.
Are you ready to redefine parenting and leave a lasting legacy? Tune in to explore the five pivotal lessons children are eager to learn from their parents. From navigating failure to fostering financial literacy, we'll equip you with practical tools and biblical wisdom to become the role model your children deserve.
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Why do people lie and what does God's word have to say about it? From seeking approval to maintaining control, we unravel the complex motivations behind your teen's dishonesty in this episode of The Winning Family Podcast. Join Rodney & Michelle Gage as they share valuable insight and biblical wisdom for parents navigating the delicate task of teaching their children honesty, from fostering self-awareness to cultivating accountability and seeking forgiveness.
Did you know that over 40 million Americans grapple with anxiety, with our teenagers being particularly vulnerable? By age 18, up to 15% of teens experience symptoms of clinical anxiety disorders. From stress at school to conflict in relationships and life-changing decisions, anxiety triggers are diverse and deeply personal. Join Rodney & Michelle Gage in this episode of The Winning Family Podcast as they share scripture, wisdom, and practical strategies to help you identify and combat worries that your teen may be struggling to overcome.
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Are you struggling to get on the same page with your teenager? In this episode of The Winning Family Podcast, Rodney & Michelle Gage dive into the complexities of conflict resolution, particularly within the context of parenting teenagers. Join them as they explore six practical strategies to navigate conflicts with wisdom, grace, and understanding to foster open communication and greater peace within your family.
The H.A.N.D.L.E. framework for conflict resolution:
H: Hold Your Temper
A: Admit Your Anger
N: No Judgment Allowed
D: Deal With The Facts
L: Listen
E: Evaluate
Does your teenager lack motivation or confidence? In this episode, Rodney and Michelle Gage discuss five crucial steps you can take as a parent to teach your kids to set goals that will infuse them with new motivation, purpose, direction, and confidence. One of the greatest joys you will experience as a parent is not so much in seeing your kids achieve their goals but ultimately in who they are becoming in the process as they fulfill their full potential.
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Every family ends up somewhere, but few end up somewhere on purpose.
- Have you drifted in your marriage or family?
- What has caused your marriage or family to drift?
- Who do you want to become as a husband or wife?
- Who do you want to become as a parent?
- How can you help infuse motivation and confidence in your kids?
During this episode, Rodney and Michelle Gage share five critical shifts every family must make to win at home and in life as you begin the new year.
Are you ready to make the shift?
This episode also offers a limited-time offer to receive a FREE copy of their book, Family Shift: The 5-Step Plan to Stop Drifting and Start Living with Greater Intention.
Are insecurities holding your child back from becoming who God created them to be? Insecurity can rear its ugly head regardless of age; from toddlers to teenagers, every child will deal with insecurity at some point in their lives. Join Rodney & Michelle Gage with podcast host, Dr. Linda Travelute, as they address top reasons why children feel insecure in today's culture and how you can help your child overcome insecurity to live wonderfully and fearfully — just as God made them!
We live in a world where 50% of marriages end in divorce. Couples may have good intentions at the beginning of their marriage relationship, but when life becomes difficult and couples encounter challenges, their relationship starts to break down. Join Rodney & Michelle Gage along with host, Dr. Linda Travelute, as they share how to build an unbreakable "bond" in your marriage relationship by sharing four things you can do to stay committed, stay connected, and enjoy your relationship again!
Just as the seasons change from fall to winter, summer, & spring; our parenting journeys have seasons that we all experience. Some seasons bring joy, and others may bring pain; some can feel calm, and others full of change. Join Rodney & Michelle Gage along with our host, Dr. Linda Travelute, as they share what the fours season of parenting are & help you learn to navigate each season more intentionally as a family.
Being a parent of a teenager isn’t easy! With all the challenges that this role brings, one of the most important things that you can do in your relationship with your teen is build security in your relationship. How? By giving your teens what they want! Join Rodney Gage & Dr. Linda Travelute as they discuss four things that your teen wants from you as a parent whether they communicate it or not.
There’s no perfect parent, but there are certain roles, expectations, and issues we can bring into our relationship with our children that can do real harm! Join Rodney & Michelle Gage, along with Dr. Linda Travelute, as they reveal 6 roles that parents play that can sabotage your relationship with your teen to stop hurting your relationships and start helping them instead.
When needs go unmet, it leads to negative thoughts. Negative thoughts lead to negative emotions. And negative emotions lead to negative behavior. Join Rodney & Michelle Gage, along with Dr. Linda Travelute, as they discuss eight masks that teens wear to hide unspoken needs so that you can unmask your child and get to the real issue behind their behavior.
Parents, you may experience days where you feel like you will never understand your child’s emotions. It’s difficult to navigate our own emotions, let alone someone else’s! But, without addressing your child’s emotional needs, they will stay stuck struggling to fight their way out of an emotional battle that you can help them win. Join Rodney & Michelle Gage, along with Dr. Linda Travelute, as they share 6 ways that you can monitor the emotional gauges of your teenager and resources to support you along your journey.
If your teenager isn't telling you that something is wrong, then everything must be okay, right? Wrong! Teenagers don't always open up about what is actually happening in their lives which can lead parents to make false assumptions and miss opportunities to help their teen navigate what they are going through. Join Rodney & Michelle Gage, along with Dr. Linda Travelute, as they unpack 6 false assumptions parents often make and share encouragement for parents raising teenagers in today's confusing and challenging culture.
Wouldn't it be incredible as parents if our children came equipped with gauges like a dashboard on a car that would alert us when they were running low on a particular need in their life? Kids don’t always communicate what they need, and it can be challenging as parents to know what is truly going on in their hearts and minds. Join us on our latest podcast episode as Rodney & Michelle Gage along with host, Dr. Linda Travelute, reveal 5 emotional needs that your teenager has, how to address them, and above all, how to trust in God as our ultimate provider to meet all of our needs.
Wouldn't it be incredible as parents if our children came equipped with gauges like a dashboard on a car that would alert us when they were running low on a particular need in their life? Kids don’t always communicate what they need, and it can be challenging as parents to know what is truly going on in their hearts and minds. Join us on our latest podcast episode as Rodney & Michelle Gage along with host, Dr. Linda Travelute, reveal 5 emotional needs that your teenager has, how to address them, and above all, how to trust in God as our ultimate provider to meet all of our needs.
When it comes to relationships, not everything always goes as we hope it will. Relationships are messy – and the relationship between parent and child is no exception! As parents, we want to protect our children and help them be successful, happy, and secure in their relationship with the Lord. But what happens when things don’t go quite as you planned? Join Rodney & Michelle Gage along with host, Dr. Linda Travelute, as they discuss how to navigate unfulfilled expectations with your children.
According to the latest research, the number one concern that is on the minds and hearts of parents today is mental health. Depression, anxiety, and suicide rates are on the rise, and the pressure to perform academically, athletically, and socially has become a heavy weight for our youth to carry. Tune in as Pastor Rodney & Michelle Gage along with host, Dr. Linda Travelute emphasize the importance of connecting individually with your teens as well as share practical strategies that you can use to support your child’s individual needs.
As followers of Christ, we are called to show others honor and respect. This calling begins first and foremost in the home. Join us for our latest podcast episode with Rodney & Michelle Gage along with host, Dr. Linda Travelute, as they delve into the importance of modeling honor for your children as well as share practical ways that you can establish a foundation of honor in your home.
Marital growth is not automatic. It's a process. As the old saying goes, it's not how you start; it's how you finish. During the episode, Rodney and Michelle will discuss the typical pattern and trap couples fall into that sabotages their marital growth and share three steps every couple can take to jumpstart their love and intimacy.
As Christian families, we are called to be Salt and Light. Why is teaching leadership to our kids so important? Because leadership is influence. In this episode, you will learn how you can raise leaders in your household who can positively change today's world.
The power of knowing each of your children's unique personalities will help you understand why they think and do things differently from others, make decisions in different ways, are energized by different things, and respond to conflict in different ways. When we understand our child's bent and equip them to understand how to harness their personality in healthy and productive ways, it can make all the difference in their lives.
How do you safeguard your marriage from temptations, secrets, or compromising situations that erode trust and transparency in your marriage? In this episode, Rodney & Michelle will discuss how to establish healthy boundaries that will save your marriage from disappointment and despair so you can have an unbreakable bond in your marriage relationship.
You don't have to sacrifice your most-cherished personal relationships to achieve your career ambitions. You can thrive at both! During this episode, you will learn three ways to win at work and home.
Tolerance, inclusion, and equality are hot topics in our culture today. Sadly, our culture no longer believes in objective truth. Truth has become relative. Truth is subjective and determined by a person's personal feelings and opinions. During this episode, Rodney and Michelle will discuss a practical blueprint for parents to equip their kids to stand firm on their beliefs and determine right from wrong.
We all have a God-given GPS placed inside of us. Our gifts, goals, passions, and struggles play a big part in helping us discover our natural strengths. In this episode, you will learn that when each family member finds their unique GPS, it will boost their confidence and give clarity, direction, and purpose to their lives.
Most of us approach parenting the way our parents raised us. That can be good or bad, depending on the approach our parents or caregiver raised us. In this episode, we will discuss four parenting styles that are most common in today's society and discover there is one that can make the most positive difference in shaping our children in a healthy, well-balanced way.
"Unequally yoked" is a Bible term used to describe a couple who does not share the same spiritual unity and priorities regarding the marriage relationship. The question is, what do you do, and how do you change it? In this episode, we will walk you through some practical steps you can take to get on the same page in your marriage relationship.
When we think of leaving our children and grandchildren a part of our lives, it might differ from what we believe. In this episode, you will learn it's far more important to leave something inside our children than what we leave for them.
If you could reduce the activities surrounding your family to just five things, what would those five things be? "Impossible, you say?" In this episode, you will learn how to prioritize what's most important and identify your own top five priorities for your marriage and family.
When we think of leaving our children and grandchildren a part of our lives, it might differ from what we believe. In this episode, you will learn it's far more important to leave something inside our children than what we leave for them.
In the year 2000, 70% of Americans said they belonged to a religious body. In 2021, Gallop research reported the percentage of Americans belonging to a religious body has dropped to 47%. The lowest in American history! Gen Z who was born in 1997 have dropped to 36% that claim to hold no religious affiliation. Barna research indicates 1 out of 5 parents believe they are doing a good job teaching their kids about spiritual and moral issues. In this episode, learn 3 important ways to teach your children how to develop their personal faith and hunger for God.
Anger is a real emotion we all struggle with from time to time. How we express it is often what gets us in trouble. What most people don’t realize is that anger is controllable and a choice. The problem is NOT anger, the problem is what we do with our anger. In this episode, you will learn 3 of the most common reasons that causes anger in marriage and 4 ways to defuse it.
Without question, communication is one of the biggest challenges couples face in the marriage relationship. Most of us learned how to communicate with our spouse by watching and listening to how our own parents communicated with each other. Their example was either helpful or hurtful, positive or negative. To make matters worse, our culture provides all the sarcasm, dysfunction and poor examples of communication you can imagine. In this episode you will learn 4 "Be's" to better communication with your spouse and everyone around you.
Every family ends up somewhere, but few end up somewhere on purpose. Today's couples and parents need more than prayer; they need a plan. Unfortunately, there is no university or school you can enroll in to get a degree in marriage or parenting that guarantees success. However, you can learn from the mistakes and successes of others further along in their journey. This is why every couple and parent needs a mentor. In this episode, Rodney and Michelle Gage share the importance of having a personal mentor in our lives to have a winning family.
We are facing a crisis of values like never before in our culture. Consequently, it has impacted our marriages and our children. Why do values matter? What can a couple or family do that has neglected building strong values? Is it ever too late to establish our core values as a couple or family? In this episode, you will learn answers to these questions and learn ways to start living your values so you can change the culture of your marriage and family!
As the old saying goes, show me your friends and I will show you your future. Kids who are struggling with their self worth, identity, and feelings of loneliness are even more vulnerable to gravitating to the wrong kind of friends to gain acceptance. Join us for this episode as we share 3 characteristics to pass onto your kids to help them know what kind of friends to identify in order to have life-giving friends.
During this episode of The Winning Family Podcast, Rodney and Michelle Gage, along with Podcast Host Dr. Linda Travelute, address a difficult but important question, “What do you do when your marriage ends?” Unfortunately, according to statistics, one in two marriages today eventually ends in divorce. But, just because your marriage has ended, life has not. Join us in this episode as we share the hope that exists even after the end of a marriage relationship and six steps you can take in your journey to heal.
Did you know that confidence can be learned and developed? As parents, we have the honor and privilege to help build our child’s self confidence by speaking truth and life in a culture that is constantly tearing their confidence down. Join Rodney and Michelle Gage along with Podcast Host Dr. Linda Travelute as they share five ways that you can help build your child’s confidence.
Who are you? This question can be answered in many ways! While there are many factors that make up our identity, we believe there is one thing, or person rather, that is the foundation from which we build our identity. During this episode of The Winning Family Podcast, Rodney & Michelle Gage along with host, Dr. Linda Travelute, discuss 4 reasons why helping your child learn their true identity in Christ is so important, and where it all begins: the home.
Have you ever experienced a security breach? How about a security breach in your marriage? For a marriage to be successful, it is crucial that a husband and wife feel secure in their relationship. Many things can lead to insecurity in our lives insecurity in ourselves and in our relationships with one another. But as we work towards building security in our marriage, we can see that we truly are better together. Join us as Rodney & Michelle Gage along with Podcast host Dr. Linda Travelute share four statements that will help build security in your marriage.
Do you ever feel lost or overwhelmed when it comes to how or what to pray for your family? We have found a powerful, systematic prayer from the Bible called “Aaron’s Priestly Prayer” that we use daily to pray over the loved ones in our own lives. Tune in to our newest podcast episode, where Rodney and Michelle Gage, along with Podcasts Host Dr. Linda Travelute share 5 prayers that you can pray to unlock God’s blessings on your family.
Many people don’t realize just how important a father figure is in the lives of their children. Men, your role is without question one the most important in your family, but one of the most challenging! So, how can we lead our families well in today’s culture?
Join Rodney and Michelle Gage, along with Podcasts Host Dr. Linda Travelute as they discuss 5 key areas you can focus on to lead your family with greater intention.
A marriage relationship is simple, but it's not easy! At the same time, we don't have to make it so complicated! Marriage is one of the most challenging yet most gratifying of all relationships. Is it even possible to simplify your marriage when so many things compete for each other's time and attention? During this episode, Rodney and Michelle Gage and Podcast Host Dr. Linda Travelute discuss three keys to keeping the main thing, the main thing in your marriage.
Why is having a spirit of enthusiasm so crucial for kids and teenagers? Enthusiasm is a fascinating virtue or spirit that is difficult to explain but easy to see in others. During this episode, Rodney and Michelle Gage and Podcast Host Linda Travelute discuss three common "enthusiasm spasms" or emotions that sabotage kids from being enthusiastic about life, goals, responsibilities, and their future. You will also learn two ways parents can infuse more enthusiasm into their kids.
One of the greatest temptations in all of our relationships is to treat each other as "common or ordinary." Familiarity is the enemy of honor. The more we are around people, the easier it is to take them for granted. During this episode, Rodney and Michelle Gage, along with Podcasts Host Dr. Linda Travelute discuss what honor is and isn't and challenge us to rethink and restore the value of honor in your home.
Several factors shape our attitudes, perspectives, and expectations that can cause couples to feel like they are on two different pages or rowing in opposite directions. While there can be many “good things” or “best practices” we can learn from, it is still essential to openly discuss how you will agree to work together as a team in your marriage and home. Join us as Rodney & Michelle Gage and Podcast host Dr. Linda Travelute discuss three ways to get on the same page in your marriage relationship.
Rodney Gage's new book entitled "The Double Win" is officially available everywhere. This timely book will be a life-changing tool for busy couples and parents trying to juggle the demands between work and home. During this episode, Rodney and Michelle Gage and Podcast Host Dr. Linda Travelute give an overview of the eight questions featured in the book to help you win at work and home. They will also share how you can get a free copy at the end of the episode.
It all starts with the end in mind. In this inaugural episode, Rodney & Michelle Gage, along with Podcast hosts Dr. Linda Travelute, discuss the importance of having a vision for your marriage and family. By asking four critical questions, couples and parents can begin building a framework around what could be and should be in their most important relationships.