Dr. Dave Schramm sits down with Mark to discuss how we can all attain greater happiness as the world seems to get darker. Dave is a professor, author, marriage expert, and hosts his own podcast called, “Stronger Marriage Connection”. Dr. Dave shares great insights on things we can do to find the peace and happiness in our lives.

Mark and Janie speak with Susan H. Christensen, a dear friend and author of her new book, Character At Dinner: Strengthening Latter-day Saint Families Through Character Stories.

Listen in as they discuss the importance of having family dinner together, and ideas for how to make the most out of family meal times.

Tune in this week as Mark sits down with his son, Brandon Ogletree, as they discuss the issues of raising boys in our society today. Mark and Brandon give great advice and insights on the power of parenting in raising strong boys who will become great men.

Is FHE still a thing? Years ago, Monday nights were set apart as a sacred or special night to spend in families, learning and spending quality time together. Is this still happening? Mark and Janie discuss the importance of taking that time to be together and to teach our children, making Home Evening a part of our family cultures.

Mark and Janie discuss the dangers of teenage dating, or being exclusive. They share stories, statements, and studies on the dangers of permitting are youth to be exclusive with members of the opposite sex at a young age. They also share the power of teaching our youth to stay morally pure, and insane research to back up the dating age of 16. For parents of young children, youth, and teenagers, do not miss this episode.

Mark and Janie bring on their daughter Callie to discuss the importance of missionary work, and preparing our children for missions. They emphasize the need for sending prepared and ready men and women to the mission field, Callie gives great insights and tips and experiences to drive this topic home.

Mark and Janie discuss the important truth, that men and women are different, and how this can help us navigate all our relationships.

Mark and Janie discuss the importance of balance, and why centering or lives even on things like our spouse, children, or the church can lead to an unbalanced life. Centering our lives on Jesus Christ is the only way to find complete balance.

Mark and Janie speak with their daughter Bethany Strong about fairness in marriage. Bethany shares wise words on how she learned to not expect life or marriage to be fair, and how to act and think in a higher and holier way.

Mark and Janie discuss the importance of teaching our children that life isn’t fair, and the virtue of cheering on others when they have successes.

Mark sits down with Jon and Jen Lund as they give some great insight on how they have made the temple a focus in their family. Jen and Jon give great stories and ideas on getting youth to the temple, and share incredible promises from our prophets.

Mark and Janie review incredible promises made by our prophets and apostles, to the youth of the church who attend the temple. Getting our youth to the temple is one of the best ways to help our youth gain testimonies and become converted to the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

This is the year of improving relationships. This life is all about the relationships we build and create. Resolve within yourself this year to be a builder of relationships.

Mark and Janie share uplifting and inspiring Christmas stories. The hope is that as you are running Christmas errands, cleaning your house, or wrapping presents; you can turn this on and feel the joyful spirit of Christmas.

Mark and Janie share stats, research, and stories; as well as practical advice that Mark teaches in his counseling practice to help couples resolve marital challenges.

Mark and Janie dive into research studies, stats, and stories; as well as sharing their own personal examples of why the gospel works. In a world that wants you to believe religion is oppressive and depressing. Research shows the exact opposite!

Mark and Janie talk about thanksgiving and the importance of gratitude, especially when things might not be going well in life.

Mark and Janie discuss the recent trend of “gentle parenting”, and why this style of parenting, and also permissive parenting, may not produce desirable outcomes.

Mark and Janie talk about what a big impact a simple thing like family meal time can have on our families.

Mark and Janie discuss stress triggers, the effects on our lives and bodies as a result of stress, and ways we can overcome the stress that daily plagues our lives.