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Wire Talk with Karen Stubbs

Wire Talk was created to encourage and equip moms throughout the challenging and life-changing journey of motherhood. Each week on Wire Talk Karen Stubbs offers godly, practical advice on the topics every mother has questions about: mom guilt, our children’s faith, potty-training, divorce, our teenagers dating, and more!

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18:41

514: You Can’t Do It All (and That’s Okay): Surviving...

Wire Talk with Karen Stubbs ·

2026/04/21

May can feel overwhelming for moms, filled with endless events, expectations, and emotional moments.Today Karen offers practical wisdom to help you navigate the busyness without losing your joy (or your mind.) From setting realistic expectations to prioritizing what truly matters, this conversation is full of encouragement.Episode Recap:May is just December with sunscreen! (0:30)May feels chaotic with elementary schoolers - how do I get through? (4:40)Sit down with your high schooler and

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28:09

513: Just Say ‘No’ to Mom Guilt!

Wire Talk with Karen Stubbs ·

2026/04/14

Mom guilt can make even the best moms feel like they’re falling short. In this episode, Karen and Emily talk through the pressures we carry and the expectations we place on ourselves. They offer a practical, biblical perspective to help you recognize what’s true and what isn’t. We hope you walk away encouraged and ready to let go of unnecessary guilt! Episode Recap:Supermoms are a modern day myth (2:00)Stay tuned after the show for Wire Talk+ (6:20)I have been pregnant or postpartum for the

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20:36

512: Dealing with Extended Family Conflict

Wire Talk with Karen Stubbs ·

2026/04/07

Family dynamics can get complicated quickly, especially when expectations, boundaries, and communication styles start to clash. Today we’re talking about how to navigate tension with extended family without losing your peace (or your voice.) We hope you’ll walk away with practical ways to communicate clearly, pursue peace, and love your extended family well.Episode Recap:Moms can easily get stuck in the middle of family conflicts (1:59)I’m stuck in the middle of conflicts between my mom and

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17:03

511: When Nothing Seems To Work: Second Guessing Your...

Wire Talk with Karen Stubbs ·

2026/03/31

Ever find yourself second guessing your parenting decisions? You’re not alone. In this episode, Karen answers questions from moms navigating school struggles, motivation, and knowing when to step back. We hope you walk away feeling encouraged to trust God with the parenting choices you are making.Episode Recap:One parenting decision won’t make or break your child (1:50)My 1st grader doesn’t work hard in school and I can’t make her care! (2:30)How do I motivate my 10 year old yellow/green

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15:53

509: Tantrums, Tears, and Temperaments

Wire Talk with Karen Stubbs ·

2026/03/17

If you’re in the stage of parenting where tears, tantrums, and big emotions seem to take over every day, you’re not alone. Today Karen and Emily are tackling questions from moms navigating the emotional ups and downs of preschoolers and early elementary kids. They discuss why some kids cry more than others, how to handle tantrums without giving in, and how to guide sensitive kids through big feelings. If you’re in the thick of it these days, we hope this episode reminds you that this stage

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21:03

507: How To Handle Big Emotions in Kids

Wire Talk with Karen Stubbs ·

2026/03/03

Today Karen and Emily tackle listener questions about kids with big emotions; the pouters, the perfectionists, the rule followers, and the fiercely competitive. Whether your child melts down when they lose, struggles to say they’re having fun, or takes rules a little too seriously, this episode will help you parent the way they’re wired instead of fighting against it.Episode Recap:Join Wire Talk+, our VIP club for listeners (3:45)Is it okay to let my sensitive child pout in his room

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29:41

506: Raising Resilient Kids in a Fragile Culture

Wire Talk with Karen Stubbs ·

2026/02/24

Are you parenting a Gen Z child and wondering why everything feels so different from when you were growing up? Today Karen and Emily sit down with leadership expert Tim Elmore, founder of Growing Leaders, to talk about the unique pressures facing this generation.From overexposure to information and technology and underexposure to real-world experiences, Tim helps moms understand what’s really happening beneath the surface in a Gen Z kid. Don’t miss his fantastic illustration of what it

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25:25

505: Good and Hard Can Run on Parallel Lines

Wire Talk with Karen Stubbs ·

2026/02/17

Do you ever feel overwhelmed, overtouched, overstimulated and find yourself wondering, why does this feel so hard?Today Karen answers real questions from moms about marriage, resentment, anxiety, exhaustion, and the emotional weight of motherhood. From mismatched sex drives in the toddler years to school-day overload and traveling husbands, this conversation will remind you that you are not alone. Motherhood can be beautiful and exhausting at the same time- and good and hard can truly run

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21:00

503: Why Mom Friendships Feel Harder Than We Expected

Wire Talk with Karen Stubbs ·

2026/02/03

Friendships in motherhood can feel complicated, especially when old wounds and insecurities get stirred up in new seasons. In this episode, Karen and Emily talk honestly about why friendships can feel hard for moms and how to move forward with grace, healthy expectations, and a “generous explanation” for the people around us.Episode Recap:Friendship is difficult as a mom (2:23)We all have past hurts that impact how we receive or offer friendship today (4:30)How do we prevent self-sabotaging

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32:55

502: Parenting Adult Children: How to Let Go Without...

Wire Talk with Karen Stubbs ·

2026/01/27

Parenting doesn’t end when your kids turn 18. In many ways, it gets more complicated! Today Karen and Erin are joined by longtime parenting expert Jim Burns for a wise and honest conversation about parenting adult children. They talk about releasing control, shifting your role, navigating boundaries, resisting unsolicited advice, and discerning the difference between helping and enabling. Whether your kids are still at home, newly launched, or already raising families of their own, this

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27:40

501: Parenting Principles From Proverbs (Part 3): The...

Wire Talk with Karen Stubbs ·

2026/01/20

Discipline is hard, especially when the results feel slow or invisible. In this final episode of our Parenting Principles from Proverbs series, Karen and Emily shift the focus to the long-term fruit of faithful discipline and the peace it brings to both children and parents.Drawing from Proverbs and Hebrews, Karen reminds moms that discipline is discipleship. It is not about control or behavior management in the moment, but about shaping hearts, building security, and leaving a generational

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26:24

498: Choosing Love This Christmas

Wire Talk with Karen Stubbs ·

2025/12/23

As Christmas approaches, we are turning our focus to love this final week of Advent. In this episode, Karen and Emily unpack what it looks like to love like Jesus in everyday moments: choosing presence, serving quietly, pausing before reacting, and remembering that we love others because Christ first loved us. If the holidays have stretched your patience thin, we hope this conversation will help you refocus your heart on what truly matters! Episode Recap:We’re talking about love this week

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16:41

497: How to Tune Your Heart to Joy This Christmas

Wire Talk with Karen Stubbs ·

2025/12/16

Joy doesn’t just happen, our hearts have to be tuned to it. In this third week of Advent, Karen and Emily talk honestly about how hard it can be to find joy in the middle of exhaustion, family stress, and the very real unmet expectations of the season. Using the picture of tuning an instrument, they unpack how joy comes when we continually refocus our hearts on Jesus, not on our circumstances. If you’re longing for a steadier joy this Christmas season, this conversation is for you! Episode

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26:17

496: Preparing Your Heart for Christmas

Wire Talk with Karen Stubbs ·

2025/12/09

It’s easy to find ourselves in the middle of December with a packed calendar and an unprepared spirit, carrying bitterness, comparison, or disappointment into every day. Drawing from Matthew 3:3, Karen talks about what it means to “prepare the way for the Lord” so we don’t miss Jesus in the middle of our own expectations. You’ll come away with simple, practical ways to prepare your heart for Christmas, no matter what your circumstances are like.Episode Recap:Today we’re talking about

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24:34

494: Helping Teens Grow Up: Boundaries, Phones &...

Wire Talk with Karen Stubbs ·

2025/11/25

Today Karen is tackling your questions about navigating the teenage years, from motivating strong-willed teens to handling independence, changing relationships, and the ever-present “that’s not fair!” Karen shares what worked in her home, including how to stay connected to strong-willed teens, helping boys who are pulling away, and parenting through the ever-changing norms of phones, jobs, and freedom.Episode Recap:You can be strict in the teen years and have great relationships with adult

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29:04

493: The Secret to Stress-Free Potty Training

Wire Talk with Karen Stubbs ·

2025/11/18

If you’re staring down the potty training season with dread, this one’s for you! Karen and Emily are joined by Christine Clark—a mom, preschool teacher, and pro who’s successfully potty trained 17 children. From handling accidents with grace to dealing with fear, regression, or defiance, this episode is packed with wisdom and encouragement for moms in the potty-training trenches. Episode Recap:Christine runs an in-home daycare and LOVES toddlers (2:33)Personality definitely feeds into potty

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35:56

491: Why Helping Your Kids Might Be Hurting Them with...

Wire Talk with Karen Stubbs ·

2025/11/04

When it comes to raising independent kids, doing less can actually mean loving more. Karen and Emily welcome back mom of eight, Elizabeth Pehrson, whose last Wire Talk clip went viral with over 7.6 million views! In this powerful conversation, Elizabeth unpacks the long-term value of letting kids struggle, take responsibility, and learn from consequences. From packing lunches to doing laundry, she shares age-appropriate ways to teach kids ownership and why moms need to resist the urge to

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16:43

488: House Rules, Hard Talks and Helping Your Kids...

Wire Talk with Karen Stubbs ·

2025/10/14

From setting boundaries to tackling tough topics, today’s episode is all about navigating the hard parts of parenting with truth and grace. In this conversation, Karen shares practical wisdom for protecting your home, teaching empathy, and leaning on the Holy Spirit to do what only He can do, change hearts. Whether you’re navigating big emotions, sensitive subjects, or family boundaries, this conversation will help you parent with confidence and compassion.Episode Recap:My daughter’s friend

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23:24

487: Balancing Discipline with Connection

Wire Talk with Karen Stubbs ·

2025/10/07

How do you discipline your kids without damaging your relationship? Today Karen and Emily are talking about what it looks like to set boundaries, correct behavior, and still be your child’s safe place. From toddler tantrums to teenage independence, they share wisdom that will help you the next time you’re doling out discipline. Episode Recap:We’re afraid to discipline because we worry it will damage our relationship (4:52)My daughter confessed something small to me after YEARS (5:26)My

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45:05

485: Happy Couples Think Differently

Wire Talk with Karen Stubbs ·

2025/09/23

What if a better marriage starts not with more work, but with changing the way you think? This week we’re sitting down with author and speaker Ted Lowe to talk about his book Us in Mind and the simple things that separate happy couples from struggling ones. From celebrating small wins to practicing empathy and taking thoughts captive, Ted unpacks practical ways to renew your mind and see your spouse differently. Whether your marriage feels stuck or just needs a little spark, we hope this

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