Karen Stubbs
Host of Wire Talk and Founder of Birds on a Wire Moms - a ministry to encourage and equip moms.
Appears in 451 Episodes
WT 295: Dealing with Teenage Drama
We’re baaaaack! And we’re kicking off the New Year with a month of episodes focused on teenagers. Whether you’re the mom of multiple teens or you’re still in toddler w...
WT 294: Real Life, Real Moms sneak peek with Ann Mason
Today we’re giving you a peek into our Patreon podcast - Real Life, Real Moms! Ann Mason and I have been friends for a while, and I've been so impressed by the God-ho...
WT 293: Preparing to Blend with author Ron Deal
Blended family expert Ron Deal joins Wire Talk today to answer questions from moms in our BOAW community and offer his unique perspective from decades of ministry with...
WT 292: BOAW Advice That Worked For Me!
We love how this show has enabled the Birds ministry to grow and impact families across the world. Today, Karen and Sunny share emails from listeners with BOAW advice ...
WT 291: Handling Disappointment at the Holidays
When expectations collide with reality, especially around the holidays, disappointment can be the inevitable result. Today Karen shares how the holidays will be differ...
WT 290: How To Give Dating Advice Your Teens Will Actually Listen To
Helping our teens navigate the world of dating can be tricky. In this episode, Karen offers fantastic, practical advice for keeping the lines of communication open and...
WT 289: Liar, Liar!
Lying wreaks havoc on family relationships, whether your child is a toddler or a tween. Today Karen shares her thoughts on disciplining a habitual liar and reminds us ...
WT 288: Good For Her, Not For Me
Moms make all kinds of magic happen for our families. And these days, it’s easy to look around and see the awesome ways other moms love on their families and feel like...
WT 287: Finding Consequences that WORK
Disciplining children is both a science and an art. What works at one age doesn’t work at a different age and just when you think you’ve got a handle on things, they t...
WT 286: How Do I Lead My Kids Well When I'm So Overwhelmed?
From chaos in your newsfeed to chaos in your living room...there's plenty to be overwhelmed by in a mom's world. Today we're talking about how to have hope in the mids...
WT 285: How Do I Handle Divisive Discussions with Friends and Family?
Whether it’s an issue surrounding family choices, politics, or religion, it’s not easy to know when to speak up and when to let something go. Today Karen offers wisdom...
WT 284: Worth the Fight with Karen and Abby
Listen in as Karen and her youngest daughter, Abby, open up about the highs and lows their relationship has gone through over the years. From sweet preschool memories ...
WT 283: Understanding Your Child's Temperament (Their "Color")
We get more questions about how to parent according to your child's personality than anything else! In today's show, Karen and Sunny answer your questions about kids w...
WT 282: I Am At My Wit's End With My 4 Year Old!
Any moms with a “4nager” listening out there? Have we got a show for you! Today, Karen offers advice for moms wondering what on earth to do about disrespectful back ta...
WT 281: Addressing Issues At School
If you have a school-age child, odds are good you’ve come up against one or more of the situations we’re talking about today. Whether it’s homework, teachers, relation...
WT 280: Marriage is Good, Hard Work
Between Karen and Sunny, we've got 54 years of marital wisdom coming your way in this episode! In this episode, they tackle questions about helping your husband prepar...
WT 279: Teaching Our Kids to Wait (Whether They Are Toddlers or Teens!)
Learn to wait patiently is a life skill we all need to work on, but man, is it hard to teach to our kids! Today Karen and Sunny offer tips for helping your toddler wai...
WT 278: Addressing Conflict with Siblings and Friends
Conflict is inevitable! As Sunny says, this is one of those episodes that applies to every family. Today, Karen tackles your questions about sibling conflict, a neighb...
WT 277: Finding Your Back to School Rhythm
Today we're answering your questions about all things back to school! How to set yourself up for success on crazy mornings, when to ask for help, and questions you can...
WT 276: A Mother's Guide to Raising Herself with special guest Sarah Bragg
Longtime podcaster and author Sarah Bragg joins us in The Nest to share a few lessons she’s learned about herself as she’s worked to raise her two daughters. We discus...
WT 275: Go to Bed, Kids!
Whether it’s going to sleep, staying asleep, or dealing with fears at bedtime, nighttime can become a battleground when young kids are in the home. Today Karen offers ...
WT 274: Talking With Your Kids About Sex
Whether your child is 7 or 17, talking with them about sex and sexuality is often a little bit awkward. Today Karen offer no-nonsense advice on how to approach these c...
WT 273: Are You Addicted to Your Phone, Mom?
Our kids aren't the only ones who struggle with screen time, are they? Today Karen and Sunny commiserate about how easy it is to let our phones control how we spend ou...
WT 272: Dealing With Your Anger Issues
Whether you are dealing with your own anger or angry outbursts from a child or spouse, in this episode Karen and Sunny offer encouragement and practical strategies you...
WT 271: Fostering a Great Relationship with your Teenage Son
A mom’s relationship with her son is by nature going to be different from her relationship with her daughter. Our boys usually pull away toward independence sooner tha...
WT 270: Managing Your Family's Schedule [RE-AIR]
These days moms work more hours than ever and are usually the primary keepers of the family schedule. Grocery shopping, doctor's appointments, preparing dinner, drivin...
WT 269: How Do I Teach My Kids To Be Grateful? [RE-AIR]
How many times have you coached your child to say, "thank you" during their younger years? Teaching a two year old to respond politely is one task, but teaching a 14 y...
WT 268: Discontentment in Marriage [RE-AIR]
We all walk down the aisle with hearts full of hope, but a few years and a kid or two down the road, we often discover marriage is more work than we thought it would b...
WT 267: Finding Your Purpose in Motherhood with Candace Cameron Bure [RE-AIR]
We've got a fun one for you today moms! Today we're re-airing one of our favorite interviews of all time. Candace Cameron Bure, actress, wife, mom, and as she often po...
WT 266: How Do We Survive the Chaos of the Toddler Years? [RE-AIR]
During the month of June, Wire Talk is re-airing 5 of our most popular episodes from years past. We’re kicking off the month with a great one, all about toddlers! Moms...
