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PODCAST

The Family Business with The Alessis

Steve and Mary Alessi - Pastors of Metro Life Church, Miami | Authors | Ministry Family Mentors

Learn how to build a stronger, happier family from a pastor"s family saying things they can"t say on Sundays. Hosted by Steve and Mary Alessi, you’ll hear powerful conversations with their family, who all work in the same church, that will show you the keys to a great marriage, healthy families, and a multi-generational legacy. Now with over 50,000 downloads, we invite you to join the Podience and discover why family is everybody’s business!

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5 Minutes of Family Business! Updates, Season...

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2025/09/24

In this special five-minute update, Stephanie and Christopher Muiña give you a sneak peek into what’s coming up in season eight, launching this fall. From major family milestones—like Gabby’s upcoming October wedding and exciting new home renovations—to memorable travels in Spain and the joys (and chaos) of raising toddlers, there’s never a dull moment in the Alessi family. The couple also tease some surprises and changes ahead, from stepping into new seasons as a family to potent...

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31:49

Iron Sharpens Iron: What Every Man Needs In Order to...

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2025/09/17

Ever wondered what it really takes for men to finish well in life—at home and in business? In this powerful throwback episode, Steve Alessi sits down with entrepreneur Aaron Walker to talk about the life-changing impact of brotherhood, the painful lessons from tragedy, and why being vulnerable just might be the key to true success. From mastermind groups to working with family, these stories go deeper than the Sunday morning message and challenge everything you thought about personal gr...

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42:06

How to Raise Confident Kids In Uncertain Times |...

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2025/09/10

Worried about raising confident kids in a world that seems upside down? It might be time to rethink what it means to lead with conviction as a parent. In this classic episode from our archives, Mary Alessi teams up with her twin sister Martha Munizzi for a candid, relatable conversation that dives into the rollercoaster of working with family, navigating social media’s hypnotic pull, and reinforcing time-honored values—even when culture pushes back. They share laugh-out-loud stories about rai...

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What We're Planning Next on the TFB (in under a minute)

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2025/09/03

Wondering what the Alessis are up to in this pre-season? Here's a quick update on what we're planning on our YouTube channel! Stay tuned for brand new episodes and a upgraded video experience coming soon! Make sure to stay connected to us via our newsletter (https://alessifamilybusiness.com/newsletter) to be notified when Season 8 is going to start! Support the show Join our Podience Textline! You can connect with us via text to ask questions and get updates! Text FAM...

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35:53

How to Help Your Children Discover Their Unique Gifts...

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2025/08/27

Do you have a child that struggles to find their 'place' in your family? Or maybe you're the one who felt like your gifts didn't help the family at all? Join Steve and Lauren Alessi as they peel back the curtain on what it really takes to thrive as the different one in a family of go-getters. You’ll hear Lauren’s honest journey from struggling with shyness to confidently embracing her own gifts—and how her parents, Steve and Mary, leaned in to help her discover a calling in counseling -...

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32:59

0515 Replay

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2025/08/20

Support the show Join our Podience Textline! You can connect with us via text to ask questions and get updates! Text FAMILY to 302-524-0800 Get our TFB Newsletter Join our TFB Newsletter and get more inside news from the Alessis + tips and strategies for a happier family! Get free access to the newsletter Support the Family Business Follow Us on Instagram and Facebook Subscribe on YouTube Leave a review Listen to the Alessi sisters' daily devotional podcast My Morning Devotion...

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32:46

The Honest Truth Every Young Woman Should Know about...

The Family Business with The Alessis ·

2025/08/13

Is dressing modestly just an outdated rule, or actually meaningful for young women today? In this throwback episode from Season 6, you'll hear from Gaby, Lauren, and Stephanie as they dive headfirst into the honest truth about modesty—what it really means, why it matters, and how it shapes self-worth and confidence. Swapping funny stories and real experiences from growing up in Miami’s “unfiltered” culture, they acknowledge the pressure to show off but reveal how true confidence comes from wi...

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34:11

7 Ways Couples Can Support Each Other When Life Gets...

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2025/08/06

Ever felt helpless when your spouse is struggling with a major issue? How can you be there for them when things are just not working out? In this top ten episode from Season 5, Steve and Mary Alessi dove into the heart of marriage by unpacking seven powerful ways couples can support each other when life turns upside down. As they discuss the events that inspired Steve to write "Forty-Two: A Guide to Finishing Strong When You Were Almost Finished",, they prove that we can find the streng...

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43:10

Beyond Hot Flashes: The Hidden Impact of Hormones on...

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2025/07/30

Some call it "The Change." Others refer to "Private Summers", or "The Big M'. No matter what you call it, there's a major, unavoidable physical shift that every woman has to face - and how you handle it could have long-lasting effects on your emotions, your health, or even your family. In this enlightening episode, Steve and Mary Alessi dive deep into the realities of menopause and perimenopause, sharing personal stories and hard-won wisdom from their journey. Mary ope...

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47:44

Faith or Foolishness? What to Think About When Making...

The Family Business with The Alessis ·

2025/07/23

Ever feel torn between pursuing big dreams and being responsible—especially when life doesn’t fit neatly into your plans? In this episode, Stephanie and Christopher Muiña get real about navigating the tension between faithfulness and wisdom as they search for a new home in Miami—a journey full of uncertainty, stretching, and lots of prayer. From wrestling with scarcity mindsets and feeling the pressure to make wise financial moves, to embracing wise counsel and releasing control to God,...

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62:47

Team Us! How To Handle the Identity Changes of Marriage

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2025/07/16

True or false? Marriage means more than just changing a last name - it means changing EVERYTHING. Whether it's the bride and groom moving out for the first time, or the parents and siblings letting go of the past - everyone has to readjust to a new reality. In this special conversation, Mary Alessi is joined by her youngest daughter, Gaby, for an honest and emotional discussion about one of life’s biggest transitions—getting married and leaving the nest. As Gaby prepares to...

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57:09

Why Trusting Influencers with Your Faith is So Dangerous

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2025/07/09

Are Instagram preachers and TikTok theologians taking the place of pastors and slowly eroding what Christians believe? In this episode, we pull back the curtain on influencer culture and its growing influence on faith communities—revealing how social media popularity often replaces substance and discernment in our spiritual lives. From recently saved celebrities trying to teach Biblical concepts to the latest Christian influencer telling you how to live, today’s faith landscape i...

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66:49

Fallen Pastors: Should We Respond with Rejection or...

The Family Business with The Alessis ·

2025/07/02

In this honest and insightful episode, Steve and Mary Alessi continue the conversation on the challenges faced by churches, Christians, and families when influential pastors and worship leaders fall into scandal or public failure. This time, we get even more personal as we evaluate the pastors and spiritual leaaders that share our same profession and faith - and then betrayed the trust of their followers. You'll hear practical advice and biblical wisdom on processing disappoint...

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68:19

From Crisis to Champion! Hockey, Heart Attacks, and...

The Family Business with The Alessis ·

2025/06/25

Is it possible that your worst day can become your greatest testimony? And if so, how do you endure long enough to flip the script? In this heart-felt "long-play" summer road-trip episode, Steve and Mary Alessi sit down with their son Chris Alessi to open up about the life-changing moment when Steve survived a near-fatal heart attack, and how they transformed a dark day of trauma into an annual celebration of life. Through honest reflections and a dash of humor, they dive into how...

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68:17

Worship Leaders Gone Wild? Our Response to Michael...

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2025/06/18

How do you respond when the people you trust step out of line? In the Family Business, much of our work revolves around ministry, and several issues involving prominent worship leaders have become front page news in recent weeks. We're taking part of our summer road trip series to share our thoughts on these highly controversial topics so you can guide your family to respond the right way. Whether it's the devastating confessions from former Newsboys lead singer Michael Tait, the ...

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62:54

Is Celebrity Christianity Real? + Fashion Fails ...

The Family Business with The Alessis ·

2025/06/11

Summer's the time to buckle the family in for the classic road trip...and we've got all the hot topics you'll need to keep everyone happy! Join Mary and Steve Alessi as they take you along for a candid car ride full of laughs, real opinions, and honest reflections. The Alessis riff on everything from the evolution of dress codes and the peculiar power of fashion trends to how public figures like the Kardashians and Joe Rogan navigate Christianity under the spotlight. They don’t sh...

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35:25

Mean Words! How To Help Kids Handle Humiliation and...

The Family Business with The Alessis ·

2025/06/04

Are your kids worried about being embarrassed publicly- and could that be a good thing? In this conversation, Steve Alessi and his daughter Lauren dig into the reality of public humiliation and why facing mean words, awkward moments, and even a little embarrassment can actually build resilience in kids. You'll hear some not-so-flattering stories —from cringey PE memories to viral Snapchat moments—and get honest tips on teaching mental toughness, healthy self-talk, and why a “marat...

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32:07

She Said Yes! How to Set The Right Expectations from...

The Family Business with The Alessis ·

2025/05/28

There's nothing like the journey from dating - to love - to a marriage proposal - but there's a lot of stuff to handle before and after that pivotal "yes". To sort out this very real struggle, Gaby Alessi, who is newly engaged to her fiance Christian, and her sister-in-law Richelle Alessi sit down for a candid conversation that every soon-to-be-married couple (and those who love them) needs to hear. Drawing from real-life stories and proven lessons from their own experiences in dating a...

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31:00

Birth Rate Breakdown? Why It's Better for Society...

The Family Business with The Alessis ·

2025/05/21

Does starting a family means giving up your dreams—or does it actually unlock a richer, more fulfilling life? Chris and Richelle Alessi open up about their own leap into parenthood, tackling the fears, cultural pressures, and surprising joys that come with having children. Using real-life stories—like trading dream vacations for unforgettable family moments—they weigh in on America’s declining birth rate and how embracing family can actually boost your career, happiness, and even your finance...

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36:06

Get Dirty! Why Your Kids Need Outdoor Activities in...

The Family Business with The Alessis ·

2025/05/14

Wishing that your kids spent less time glued to screens? There's an easy antidote - and it's as close as your backyard. Step into a lively, all-guys conversation with Steve Alessi, his son Chris Alessi, and son-in-law Christopher Muiña as they swap stories about fatherhood, raising sons, and the pure chaos (and joy) that comes from letting kids get dirty, daring, and hands-on with nature. You’ll discover why getting your family outside—gardening, washing cars, building sandboxes, ...

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