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The Paula Faris Show

The Paula Faris Show

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 Join Emmy-Award winning journalist, Founder of CARRY™ and America’s most curious mom, Paula Faris, as she and her frequent co-host, husband John, talk about the hottest topics that parents are talking about. This listener driven show tackles your big questions: "When to have the sex talk with my kid? Why are we fighting about the dishes again? How can I juggle work and life? Why are teenagers and toddlers so hard?" If you’re talking about it, Paula is talking about it in a real, relatable and authentic manner. Join Paula as she engages in a conversation style of no sugar coating, authenticity and keeping it real. She will have you laughing and learning. Life Happens. Let's Talk About It!That Sounds Fun Network Social Sciences
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Episodes
  • Easy Budgeting for Families: Rachel Cruze Talks Simple Systems to Get Your Money on Track

    Easy Budgeting for Families: Rachel Cruze Talks Simple Systems to Get Your Money on Track
    May 13 2025
    Rachel Cruze is back for Part 2 of our conversation, and this time, we’re tackling the B word—budgeting! Now, if you’re like me, you might have a love-hate relationship with this whole budgeting thing. It sometimes feels too restrictive, too many numbers, and honestly, a little boring. My husband and I have definitely struggled with sticking to a budget, and when it comes to managing family expenses, we’ve had our share of chaos. (our grocery bill alone could feed a small army). Rachel, a financial expert and former “anti-budgeter” says that budgeting isn’t about limiting fun—it’s about creating freedom and giving every dollar a purpose. Now, before you think “ugh, spreadsheets,” she’ll be sharing super-simple, doable budgeting strategies to help families like yours get your finances on track without feeling overwhelmed. Whether you’re trying to reign in out-of-control food costs (yep, Rachel hears me on that!), tackling credit card debt, or just trying to get ahead financially, this episode is packed with tips you won’t want to miss. Key takeaways: How to use a zero-based budget to take control of your finances. Why budgeting doesn’t have to be complicated—and how to avoid getting stuck in a system that doesn’t work for you. Practical tips for saving on food and managing other family expenses. How to break free from the cycle of credit card debt with simple strategies. Plus, Rachel shares a game-changing budgeting tool—the EveryDollar app—that I’m trying out myself! Will you join me on this budgeting journey? LIFE HAPPENS. Let’s Talk About It. LIsten in (00:00) - The Importance of Budgeting for Families (06:49) - Creating Peaceful Financial Habits Through Budgeting (18:37) - Saving Money Through Smart Spending (32:28) - Embracing Budgeting Over Wine In this episode, we are diving into finding a budget system that works for you, where to start when making a budget, how to budget if your income is inconsistent, an app that makes budgeting easier, tips for paying off credit card debt, three big ways to save you may be missing out on, and stretching your food budget. Resources Sign up to receive Paula’s email where she keeps it real about what it’s like being a parent in America. And, if you’re a working mom, make sure you’re getting The CARRY ALL email, the load-lessening newsletter for and by working moms. Want to watch this episode? Watch on your Spotify app, or head on over to our YouTube Channel and be sure to like and subscribe! If you want to connect with Rachel, follow her on Instagram. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    39 mins
  • Allowance, Hustles, and Hard Truths: Raising Money-Smart Kids" with Rachel Cruze

    Allowance, Hustles, and Hard Truths: Raising Money-Smart Kids" with Rachel Cruze
    May 6 2025
    How do you teach your kids to actually handle money—and not just spend it? In this episode, Paula sits down with personal finance expert Rachel Cruze to break down practical ways to raise financially confident kids. Rachel shares why it’s important for kids to earn their own money early through chores, learn to divide it between saving, giving, and spending, and even open their own checking accounts before they leave home. Plus, the hilarious story of how Rachel and her sister hustled snacks at their dad’s office (Dave Ramsey!)—and what it taught them about real-world money skills. Rachel also explains why a little struggle is healthy—and how letting kids make small financial mistakes now can save them from major ones later. If you want your kids to grow up with real-world money smarts (and grit), this conversation is a must-listen. LIFE HAPPENS. Let’s Talk About It. Listen in 02:49) - Financial Literacy for Kids and Teens (09:39) - Teaching Kids Financial Literacy (15:29) - Teaching Kids Financial Independence (25:54) - College Funding and Financial Literacy (33:00) - Love on the Spectrum - Must Watch In this episode, we are digging into when to start teaching kids about the value of money, age-appropriate ways to teach our kids about money, the importance of teaching our kids delayed gratification, how working builds resilience and perseverance in our teens, creative ways for teens to earn money if their schedule won’t allow for a traditional job, how to balance helping vs. enabling our kids and loved ones, and the best ways to save for college. Sign up to receive Paula’s email, where she keeps it real about what it’s like being a parent in America. And, if you’re a working mom, make sure you’re getting The CARRY ALL email, the load-lessening newsletter for and by working moms. Want to watch this episode? Watch on your Spotify app, or head on over to our YouTube Channel and be sure to like and subscribe! If you want to connect with Rachel, follow her on Instagram. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    39 mins
  • The Counter-Cultural Secret of Planned Emancipation: Why Parenting Doesn’t Have to Be Hard

    The Counter-Cultural Secret of Planned Emancipation: Why Parenting Doesn’t Have to Be Hard
    Apr 29 2025
    What if parenting didn’t have to be as frustrating as it often feels—especially during the teenage years? Dr. Ken Wilgus, author of Feeding the Mouth That Bites You, joins John and me in this episode to reveal his game-changing approach to parenting called "Planned Emancipation." The idea: give your teens freedoms—starting at 13—to make choices about their lives, like what they watch, how clean their room is, and more. I’ll be honest, when I first heard Dr. Wilgus explain his method, I had a hard time with it. But as we dug deeper into the conversation, I warmed up to it... and I’m already starting to implement it in my own approach to parenting. But what's the catch? It’s not about losing control: it’s about empowering your kids to take responsibility for their own decisions. Dr. Wilgus explains why giving freedoms, rather than privileges, builds autonomy, strengthens responsibility, and ultimately makes the teen years smoother for both parents and kids. This conversation will challenge the way you think about raising your kids. With so much conflicting parenting advice out there, Dr. Wilgus' method teaches us how to move beyond the stress and truly prepare our kids for adulthood. If you're ready to take the frustration out of your relationship with your teen, this episode is a must-listen! Key takeaways: The key difference between parenting and raising kids. How giving freedoms, not privileges, builds real responsibility. Why holding teens accountable with freedom is the secret to reducing conflict. What's the catch? Tune in to find out how this simple shift could revolutionize your parenting style! LIFE HAPPENS. Let’s Talk About It. Listen in to learn more : (04:02) - Redefining Parenting Roles and Expectations (14:09) - Transitioning to Authoritative Parenting (23:47) - Preparing for Teenage Independence (33:30) - Navigating Teen Independence and Boundaries (45:44) - Parental Guidance on Adolescent Autonomy (55:20) - Financial Autonomy for Kids Resources Sign up to receive Paula’s email where she keeps it real about what it’s like being a parent in America. And, if you’re a working mom, make sure you’re getting The CARRY ALL email, the load-lessening newsletter for and by working moms. Want to watch this episode? You can watch it on your Spotify app or head on over to our YouTube Channel, and be sure to like and subscribe! If you want to learn more about Dr Ken Wilgus, check out his website. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 1 min

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