Real Family Talk

Through engaging, informative, and spiritual discussions about issues facing todayʼs families, Real Family Talk seeks to strengthen families and inspire hope.

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10 agosto 2025

Anger Management and Self-Control

Life often presents situations that can stir up strong emotions. How can we manage our anger and practice self-control in those moments, especially when our natural reactions might lead us astray? Willie and Elaine Oliver discuss ways to manage our anger and learn self-control strategies with Dr. Daniel Saugh. With Daniel Saugh.

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  1. 10 agosto 2025

    Anger Management and Self-Control

    Life often presents situations that can stir up strong emotions. How can we manage our anger and practice self-control in those moments, especially when our natural reactions might lead us astray? Willie and Elaine Oliver discuss ways to manage our anger and learn self-control strategies with Dr. Daniel Saugh. With Daniel Saugh.

  2. 3 agosto 2025

    Silent Tears: Growing up Albino

    Even through our major struggles and trials, God is still able to give purpose and redemption. Michael Carducci, along with Daniel and Kirsten Varela join Willie and Elaine Oliver to share their powerful stories of transformation and restoration. With Sonia Kennedy-Brown.

  3. 27 luglio 2025

    Healing Beyond Limits

    Even through our major struggles and trials, God is still able to give purpose and redemption. Michael Carducci, along with Daniel and Kirsten Varela join Willie and Elaine Oliver to share their powerful stories of transformation and restoration. With Michael Carducci, Daniel and Kirsten Varela.

  4. 20 luglio 2025

    Sex and the Christian

    In a world that presents many different views on sex and intimacy, how should Christians approach sexuality? Willie and Elaine Oliver discuss this with Michael Carducci and Daniel and Kirsten Varela. With Michael Carducci, Daniel and Kirsten Varela.

  5. 13 luglio 2025

    Biblical Relationships in Contemporary Times

    Is the Bible just an ancient book with outdated advice? How can we apply biblical principles to contemporary relationships? Willie and Elaine Oliver discuss this important topic with Dr. Frank Hasel and Dr. Keldie Paroschi. With Frank Hasel & Keldie Paroschi.

  6. 6 luglio 2025

    Family Legacy

    Strong families don’t just happen—they are nurtured, guided, and built with intentionality. Willie and Elaine Oliver are joined by Drs. Robert and June Kennedy, to discuss ways to build a strong family legacy. With Robert & June Kennedy.

  7. 29 giugno 2025

    Managing Children and Teen Anxiety

    Anxiety among children and teens is on the rise. What can we do to address this epidemic? Willie and Elaine Oliver discuss with Mindy Salyers about what to look for and ways we can help the young people in our lives when they struggle with anxiety. With Mindy Salyers.

  8. 22 giugno 2025

    The Second Coming and What Families Should Do to be Ready

    Jesus is coming soon! What can you do to make sure your family is ready? Willie and Elaine Oliver discuss this important topic with Dr. Daniel Bediako. With Daniel Bediako.

  9. 22 giugno 2025

    The Second Coming and What Families Should Do to be Ready

    Jesus is coming soon! What can you do to make sure your family is ready? Willie and Elaine Oliver discuss this important topic with Dr. Daniel Bediako. With Daniel Bediako.

  10. 15 giugno 2025

    Teaching Our Children About Jesus

    As believers, teaching our children to love Jesus and setting a solid foundation for their faith is crucial. Willie and Elaine Oliver talk with Nina Atcheson about a new and effective way to teach children about Jesus. With Nina Atcheson.

  11. 8 giugno 2025

    Parenting 2.0

    Parenting today is more challenging than ever. However, there are skills and strategies that can be learned to help any parent navigate these challenges with greater confidence. Willie and Elaine Oliver sit down with parents of young children to hear their best parenting hacks and key strategies they’ve learned along the way. With Lerone & Murray Carson, Brandi & Justin Martin, Itzel & Layton Smith, Natanya & Jason Vanderlaan.

  12. 1 giugno 2025

    Praying Through Crisis

    In times of discouragement, emotional turmoil, or crisis, God has given us a sure remedy – prayer. Season Cromwell joins Willie and Elaine Oliver to discuss practical tips for a transformative prayer life and then prays for viewers. With Season Cromwell.

  13. 25 maggio 2025

    Dealing with the Stress of Uncertainty

    Stress is an inevitable part of life, but what do you do when stress becomes harmful and begins to take a toll on your family? Willie and Elaine Oliver talk with Dr. César and Carolann De León about stress, what causes it, and how it affects our family. With César & Carolann De León.

  14. 18 maggio 2025

    Your Q&A About Who to Marry, Wedding Stress, & Keeping the Love Alive

    What is the best way to find the right spouse? How can you plan a wedding without the stress? What do you do when the spark in your marriage has gone out? Willie and Elaine Oliver will discuss these questions from viewers. With Willie and Elaine Oliver.

  15. 5 maggio 2024

    Widowhood and Grief

    Join Real Family Talk for a heartfelt discussion on grief and loss. Dr. Frank Hassall shares his personal journey of widowhood and the challenges of navigating life after loss. Learn about the importance of lamentation, the ministry of presence, and practical ways to support those grieving. Tune in for insights and inspiration!

  16. 28 aprile 2024

    Managing Finances in Marriage: What’s in Your Bank Account?

    Real Family Talk dives deep into the crucial subject of financial management within marriage. Exploring practical strategies and expert advice, our guest Dennis Carlson guides viewers through the journey of breaking the cycle of living paycheck to paycheck, emphasizing the importance of communication, planning, and biblical principles for financial success and contentment.

  17. 21 aprile 2024

    Social Media’s Impact on Mental Health

    Join us on Real Family Talk as we explore the effects of social media on our mental health with Dr. Eric Walsh. Learn about the rise of cyberbullying, addiction, and deception in the digital age. Discover practical strategies for fostering a Christ-centered home amidst today's social media challenges.

  18. 14 aprile 2024

    Building Relationship Resilience

    Today on Real Family Talk, Dr. Heather Thompson Day explores the vital role of relationship resilience. From marriages to friendships, resilience involves communication, trust, and mutual support. Join us for insights on navigating challenges, strengthening bonds, and fostering lasting connections. Tune in for an enriching discussion that inspires hope and strengthens families.

  19. 5 febbraio 2023

    Power of a Praying Mother

    Willie and Elaine Oliver talk with Season Cromwell, co-host of Let's Pray, about being a busy parent trying to juggle life and parenting at the same time and shares that she could not do so without prayer and surrender to God.

  20. 29 gennaio 2023

    Your Questions Answered: Blended Families/Political Differences

    What can you do to create unity in your family even in the midst of significant differences? Willie and Elaine Oliver will answer this, and other questions from viewers.

  21. 22 gennaio 2023

    Caring for Aging Parents

    Willie and Elaine Oliver talk with Kimberly Rosales, a social work health care consultant and LCSW-C psychotherapist about things to think about when caring for aging parents and with Dawn Venn, who is the caregiver for her 92-year-old mother.

  22. 15 gennaio 2023

    Family Worship Ideas

    Willie and Elaine Oliver discuss ideas for family worship with Orathai Chureson & Tanya Muganda from the General Conference Children's Ministries Department and why it is important to have consistent, regular family worship.

  23. 8 gennaio 2023

    Parenting While Navigating Social-Media

    Willie and Elaine Oliver talk with Mindy Salyers, an elementary educator and school counselor about the captivating influence of technology on our world and how parents can navigate social media while raising their children.

  24. 1 gennaio 2023

    Jesus 101 for Kids!

    Willie and Elaine Oliver talk with Elizabeth Talbot, founder of Jesus 101 to discuss interactive, character-building Bible study resources for kids and her newly launched program, Jesus 101 for Kids.

  25. 11 settembre 2022

    Kids and Anxiety

  26. 7 agosto 2022

    Parenting 101

  27. 8 agosto 2021

    Your Questions Answered - Family Life

    Willie and Elaine Oliver share ways you can make your home a happy place.

  28. 1 agosto 2021

    My Child is the Bully

    Willie and Elaine Oliver help parents explore ways on how to curb bullying behavior in their children.

  29. 25 luglio 2021

    Mental Health Pandemic

    The Covid-19 pandemic has created an emotional rollercoaster for kids and parents alike.

  30. 18 luglio 2021

    Seasons of Grief

    In processing the heartbreak of losing their son to leukemia, a ministry was born to help others learn how to navigate the grieving process.

  31. 11 luglio 2021

    Your Questions Answered - Marriage

    Willie and Elaine Oliver discuss questions from viewers on how to improve marital relationships.

  32. 4 luglio 2021

    Boys Self-Esteem

    Willie and Elaine Oliver explore how to understand boys in today’s society to help them grow into confident men.

  33. 27 giugno 2021

    Girls Self Esteem

    Studies show that girls approaching adolescence become dramatically less self-assured, and these feelings last through adulthood.

  34. 20 giugno 2021

    Your Questions Answered- Parenting

    Willie and Elaine Oliver answer questions from viewers about parenting.

  35. 13 giugno 2021

    Online Dating

    Willie and Elaine Oliver talk with John and April Nixon about the social phenomenon of online dating.

  36. 6 giugno 2021

    Your Questions Answered- Premarital and Dating

    Willie and Elaine Oliver answer questions from viewers who are planning to get married.

  37. 30 maggio 2021

    Math Anxiety

    How parents can bolster their child’s math learning during the pandemic and beyond.

  38. 23 maggio 2021

    Power of a Praying Parent

    Willie and Elaine Oliver talk with Debbie Howell and Chris Holland about how powerful it is to cover our children with prayer.

  39. 16 maggio 2021

    Academic Stress

    A recent survey of high school kids shows the pandemic has students more stressed and less engaged in school.

  40. 21 marzo 2021

    Your Q’s Answered — Perfectionist

    Willie and Elaine Oliver answer questions on parenting a perfectionistic child and other important issues.

  41. 14 marzo 2021

    7 Questions to Ask Before Marriage

    Willie and Elaine Oliver will discuss 7 questions every couple should ask before they get engaged.

  42. 7 marzo 2021

    Is Your Adolescent Vulnerable to Drugs

    Season Cromwell and Chad Stuart share their struggle with substance abuse and lessons learned.

  43. 28 febbraio 2021

    Parents Help Kids Say “No” to Drugs

    Willie and Elaine Oliver continue the conversation on how parents can help their teens and young adults say “no” to drugs.

  44. 21 febbraio 2021

    Honoring Your Parents

    Willie and Elaine Oliver talk to two families about their lessons as they take care of their aging while taking care of their children.

  45. 14 febbraio 2021

    Mental Health

    A close look into the dramatic increase in depression as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.

  46. 7 febbraio 2021

    Domestic Violence and the Family

    Willie and Elaine Oliver talk with Katia Reinert talk about the rise in domestic violence during 2020 is staggering. There is no excuse for abuse in the family.

  47. 24 gennaio 2021

    Parenting 101

    Taking a look at what happens after you bring your baby home from the hospital and begin your parenting journey.

  48. 17 gennaio 2021

    Your Q's Answered - Technology

    Willie and Elaine Oliver answers questions about technology and the family.

  49. 10 gennaio 2021

    Processing Grief

    Willie and Elaine Oliver speak with an ICU nurse who has been on the frontlines of this pandemic since it started.

  50. 3 gennaio 2021

    Covid Survivor's Story

    Almost losing his battle with COVID-19, Dr. Alanzo Smith shares his remarkable recovery which he tells all about, in his new book, From the Jaws of COVID-19

  51. 27 dicembre 2020

    Covid's Impact on the Family

    Willie and Elaine Oliver discuss the COVID-19 pandemic and the quarantine advantages and disadvantages.

  52. 16 febbraio 2020

    Big Questions

    Exploring the BIG questions in life.

  53. 9 febbraio 2020

    Purposeful Marriage

    Newlyweds found purpose for their marriage.

  54. 2 febbraio 2020

    Is The Honeymoon Over?

    Assessing your marital relationship to maintain a long-lasting marriage.

  55. 26 gennaio 2020

    Real Talk with Pastors

    How to find balance in life and ministry.

  56. 19 gennaio 2020

    Ministering to Refugee Families

    Ministering to refugees makes a difference in a community.

  57. 12 gennaio 2020

    Marriage - Seven Years and Counting

    How to keep your marriage strong and healthy.

  58. 5 gennaio 2020

    Bullying

    How parents can help children prevent or stop bullying.

  59. 29 dicembre 2019

    Living with an Autoimmune Disease

    Pr. Charles and Maureen Tapp will shared their story of how they overcome living with an autoimmune disease.

  60. 22 dicembre 2019

    Your Questions Answered-Parenting Woes

    Willie and Elaine Oliver answer questions about parenting.

  61. 15 dicembre 2019

    Your Questions Answered-Marriage Woes

    What to do to get your spouse to really listen to your conversation.

  62. 8 dicembre 2019

    Your Questions Answered-Technology and the Family

    Willie and Elaine Oliver answer questions about technology use and its impact on the family.

  63. 1 dicembre 2019

    How I Lost The Weight

    Maintaining a healthy weight through a healthy lifestyle.

  64. 24 novembre 2019

    Beyond Social Media - Needs of Today's Youth

    Real Family Talk discusses the most significant struggles and needs youth face today including social media.

  65. 17 novembre 2019

    Family Ministries Centennial

    Celebrating a century of strengthening families for Jesus.

  66. 10 novembre 2019

    Five Myths About Mental Health

    How to sustain good mental health, and some of the myths around depression.

  67. 27 ottobre 2019

    Help for Parents Navigating The Age of Violence

    Helping teenagers navigate through the rise of violence in today’s society.

  68. 20 ottobre 2019

    Activities to Enhance Family Living

    Family-friendly fun screen-free activities that promote communication, engagement, and learning.

  69. 13 ottobre 2019

    Why Every Child, Everywhere Needs An Education

    Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) shares its initiative to help children have access to education.

  70. 6 ottobre 2019

    Living with Lyme Disease

    Having faith helped a family cope with their daughter’s Lyme Disease.

  71. 29 settembre 2019

    Infertility and Miscarriage

    Season Cromwell shares her journey to motherhood through infertility and miscarriage.

  72. 26 luglio 2018

    After the Death of a Spouse

    Donna Karpenko's husband Larry died six weeks after being diagnosed with Leukemia, leaving his wife of 44 years and adult children devastated. Hear Donna's story on how she coped after the tragedy of losing her husband and how she learned to survive on her own.

  73. 24 dicembre 2017

    Forgiveness in Relationships

    Why is it so hard to forgive? Why is it even that important? Join Willie and Elaine as they discuss with Pr. Mike Speegle on the how, why and where of forgiveness and how matters in our relationships.

  74. 17 dicembre 2017

    Coping with Grief

    In the summer of 2016, Summer Porter's four-month-old baby girl died from Sudden Infant Death Syndrome. Find out how her heartbreaking loss gave birth to a ministry that cover others with comfort and how she coped with her grief.

  75. 10 dicembre 2017

    When Illness Joins the Family

    Unfortunately whether physical or mental, Illness is natural but unwelcome part of life. But how can we cope with it? Join Willie and Elaine as they discuss the challenges, dynamics and realities that families face when a loved one faces an illness or health challenge.

  76. 3 dicembre 2017

    Managing Conflict in Relationships

    While the internet is a great tool for communication, is it a good place to resolve your relationship issues? Join Willie and Elaine as they focus on the how, when and where of managing conflicts in a relationship.

  77. 26 novembre 2017

    Failure to Launch

    How do you navigate the road of letting your children grow into young independent adults? Join Willie and Elaine as they discuss how parents can navigate the transition from child to young adult.

  78. 21 novembre 2017

    Boundaries with Misbehaving Children

    When do we draw the line? How can we raise well-behaved children? Join Willie and Elaine as they give practical advice on raising and disciplining children.

  79. 12 novembre 2017

    Sharing Faith with your Children

    How can we pass the torch of faith to our children? Join Willie and Elaine with Pr. Shirlene McClenden as they share insights and offer tips on sharing faith, values, but most of all keeping our kids interested in God and religion.

  80. 5 novembre 2017

    Preparing for Parenthood

    How do you prepare for parenthood? What advice is there? Join Willie and Elaine as they share relevant practical tips about having and raising children.

  81. 29 ottobre 2017

    Wedding Woes

    What's marriage really about? Join Willie and Elaine as they clarify the purpose of marriage and discuss wedding planning with a soon to be married couple.

  82. 22 ottobre 2017

    Preparing for Marriage

    How can you avoid the wedding woes? Join Willie and Elaine as they share practical advice to couples before the "I do" that helps them build a solid marriage.

  83. 15 ottobre 2017

    Questions from Singles

    Should you date online? Join Willie and Elaine as they answer questions only singles have and as they discuss with a couple who meet online the intricacies of internet dating.

About the Show

Through engaging, informative, and spiritual discussions about issues facing todayʼs families, Real Family Talk seeks to strengthen families and inspire hope. In each edition, the Olivers draw from their pastoral, educational, and counseling experience to navigate discussions about family life, approaching each topic with practical solutions and sound biblical principles.

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Dr. Willie Oliver

Dr. Willie Oliver

Elaine Oliver

Elaine Oliver

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