BKF Podcast Network

•

Channel • 3 Shows

Kids & Family

Kids & Family

Updated Weekly
Mental Health

Mental Health

Updated Weekly
Education for Kids

Education for Kids

Updated Biweekly

5D AGO

Blending Your Bunch: Putting the ‘Fun’ in Dysfunctional

How do you and your blended family put the 'fun' in dysfunction? We know that blending can be difficult, but you and your family can find ways to overcome the trials of transitioning into blended family life. This podcast is for you if you are seeking strategies for finding fun in seasons of dysfunction or you want to overcome expectations for blending. This week's episode is all about expectations and dysfunction in blended families. We share ideas for fun activities to do as a family that can help overcome dysfunction and build relationships, explain how expectations can cause additional stress to the blending process, and offer encouragement for overcoming both dysfunction and expectations with God's guidance. We're so excited to share the last installment of Blending Your Bunch with you! If you missed the previous episodes of this series, you can listen now. You can also find our podcast on our website at www.blendedkingdomfamilies.com. Want to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community? Connect with us: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, To support this ministry and help ensure that blended families around the world continue to receive biblical equipping click here: https://blendedkingdomfamilies.com/donate/ For more resources visit: Blended Kingdom Families Website

5d ago

•

14 min
SEP 8

Facing New Step-Family Challenges Together: What is Your Parenting Perspective?

In this week’s episode, Facing New Step-Family Challenges Together: What is Your Parenting Perspective?, we discuss the effects that our attitudes have on the way we parent and co-parent, and the influence of comparison in our relationships with those around us. We will also share some practical strategies for overcoming a negative attitude and overcoming a spirit of comparison. We pray that this podcast blesses you today! Want to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community? Connect with us: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, To support this ministry and help ensure that blended families around the world continue to receive biblical equipping click here: https://blendedkingdomfamilies.com/donate/ For more resources visit: Blended Kingdom Families Website

Sep 8

•

18 min
SEP 1

Blended & Redeemed: Your Home is Not Broken

In this week’s episode we revisit an incredible episode full of Godly wisdom for your blended family; Blended & Redeemed: Your Home is Not Broken. In this episode we discuss the term “broken home” and the importance of removing the phrase from our vocabulary. When our families are built on the foundation of Jesus Christ, they cannot be broken. Whatever is in your past does not hinder you from experiencing the blessings that God has in store for your blended family. Whether you are new to blended family life, beginning to blend or are in any way impacted or influenced by blended family issues, this episode is for you! We pray this episode blesses you today! Want to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community? Connect with us: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, To support this ministry and help ensure that blended families around the world continue to receive biblical equipping click here: https://blendedkingdomfamilies.com/donate/ For more resources visit: Blended Kingdom Families Website

Sep 1

•

13 min
AUG 18

Priorities for a Healthy Marriage: How to Have a God-Centered Marriage

Marriage works best when our priorities are in the right order: God first, spouse second, children third; but living that out isn’t always easy, especially in a blended family. In this first episode of our 4-part series from our book, Blended & Redeemed, Scott and Vanessa share biblical wisdom and practical tools to help you build (or rebuild) a God-centered marriage that thrives. Whether you’re: Engaged or newly married and ready to start strong Remarried and determined to do things God’s way In a blended family navigating complex priorities Or wanting to renew your marriage after challenges, this episode will give you hope, clarity, and action steps. We’ll cover: How to set priorities for a healthy, God-centered marriage The role and benefits of premarital counseling The unique challenges of rearranging priorities in blended families Why modeling a healthy marriage can help your children heal We pray this episode blesses you today! Want to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community? Connect with us: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, To support this ministry and help ensure that blended families around the world continue to receive biblical equipping click here: https://blendedkingdomfamilies.com/donate/ For more resources visit: Blended Kingdom Families Website

Aug 18

•

18 min
AUG 4

Blending Your Bunch: The Stepparent Name Game

How did you navigate the Stepparent Name Game in your blended family? We know there is a lot to consider when it comes to this part of the blending journey. This podcast is for you if you, your spouse, and your co-parents are struggling with Stepparent Names or if you are unsure of how to approach the subject with your children. A question we receive frequently is: What should a child call their stepparent? In this episode we share why we feel that it is important for children to have input in naming their stepparent and provide strategies for bio and stepparents to support and find peace in your child's decision. We're so excited to share the third installment of Blending Your Bunch with you! If you missed the first two episodes of this series, you can watch them here on our YouTube channel, or listen to them on any podcast streaming platform! We pray this episode blesses you today! Want to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community? Connect with us: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, To support this ministry and help ensure that blended families around the world continue to receive biblical equipping click here: https://blendedkingdomfamilies.com/donate/ For more resources visit: Blended Kingdom Families Website

Aug 4

•

15 min
AUG 25

Blending Your Bunch: How Kids Spell Love — Why TIME Matters Most in Parenting & Stepfamilies

Do your children spell love the same way you do? For most kids, LOVE = T-I-M-E. In this episode of The Blended Kingdom Families Podcast we revisit a top series - Blending Your Bunch, and unpack the powerful connection between time and love in parenting and step-parenting. Whether you’re looking for practical ways to spend more intentional time with your kids, or you’re a stepparent seeking strategies to strengthen bonds with your stepchildren, this conversation is for you. Inside this episode, you’ll discover: - Why children interpret love as time spent with them - Simple, intentional ways to maximize time with your kids - How to balance busy schedules while still prioritizing family - Biblical encouragement on being prayerful, patient, and persistent in your parenting journey We pray this episode blesses you today Want to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community? Connect with us: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, To support this ministry and help ensure that blended families around the world continue to receive biblical equipping click here: https://blendedkingdomfamilies.com/donate/ For more resources visit: Blended Kingdom Families Website

Aug 25

•

17 min
JUL 28

Blending Your Bunch: Different Types of Love in Your Blended Family

How are you navigating blending your family? This podcast is for you if you and your family are just starting your blending journey, you're a new stepparent wanting to bond with your stepchildren, or you are in a later season of blending and hoping to strengthen your family relationships. As we continue to celebrate all God has done through the BKF podcast, this week we are talking about different types of blended family love. We'll share personal experiences, biblical truth, and practical advice to help you navigate the ins and outs of becoming a blended kingdom family! In this week's episode, we discuss love as defined by the Word of God, how love between biological parents and their children can be different compared to that of the stepparent and stepchild relationship, creating the ideal environment for the members of your blended family to build strong relationships with one another, and so much more. We pray this episode blesses you today! Want to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community? Connect with us: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, To support this ministry and help ensure that blended families around the world continue to receive biblical equipping click here: https://blendedkingdomfamilies.com/donate/ For more resources visit: Blended Kingdom Families Website

Jul 28

•

18 min
JUL 14

Triggered Parenting Transformed with Special Guest Wendy Speake

What triggers you and how do you respond when it happens? Triggers are real, and they are tough to manage, but they do not have to define you! Join us as we continue to relive our top Blended Kingdom Family Podcast episodes! In this powerful episode, we’re joined by author Wendy Speake to unpack what it looks like to face triggers head-on, especially in parenting and blended families. Together, we explore practical strategies for breaking the cycle of reactive behavior and embracing God’s redemptive grace in the hardest moments. Wendy Speake is a mother, host of the 40 Day Sugar Fast, and co-author of the book Triggers. She brings wisdom, warmth, and real-life stories to this honest conversation. If you’ve ever wished you could rewrite your response to triggers, this episode is for you! We pray this episode blesses you today! Want to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community? Connect with us: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, To support this ministry and help ensure that blended families around the world continue to receive biblical equipping click here: https://blendedkingdomfamilies.com/donate/ For more resources visit: Blended Kingdom Families Website

Jul 14

•

32 min
JUL 21

Biblical Priorities in Your Blended Family

Join us as we continue to relive our top Blended Kingdom Family podcast episodes! Living blended their entire lives, Scott and Vanessa Martindale know first hand both the joys and difficulties of living blended. After coming out of one of the hardest seasons of their life, God asked them to partner with Him, in building Blended Kingdom Families everywhere. This has now birthed a ministry that desires to help others in remarriage and cultivate community among blended families. Today Scott and Vanessa share biblical truths in how you can establish the right priorities in your blended family. How do you prioritize God, your marriage, your children, and everything else in between? When your priorities are in line, the dynamics of your blended family will drastically change for the better! Thanks for watching and we look forward to walking with you on your blended family journey! We pray this episode blesses you today! Want to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community? Connect with us: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, To support this ministry and help ensure that blended families around the world continue to receive biblical equipping click here: https://blendedkingdomfamilies.com/donate/ For more resources visit: Blended Kingdom Families Website

Jul 21

•

26 min
JUN 23

Dealing with Child Manipulation and Parent Alienation with Special Guest Dr. Les Carter

We are so excited to relive this top episode, “Dealing with Child Manipulation and Parent Alienation”, with Dr. Les Carter. Dr. Carter is an author, psychotherapist, and counselor with 40+ years of experience in the field. He is the author of over 20 books and resources including "The Anger Trap" and "When Pleasing You is Killing Me". IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: - How to handle a narcissistic ex-spouse - What child manipulation looks like - Teaching your child to know the essence of love - Parent alienation We pray this episode blesses you today! Want to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community? Connect with us: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, To support this ministry and help ensure that blended families around the world continue to receive biblical equipping click here: https://blendedkingdomfamilies.com/donate/ For more resources visit: Blended Kingdom Families Website

Jun 23

•

35 min

The BKF Podcast network is your go-to place for biblical truth, encouragement, and practical tools for navigating blended family life. Our flagship podcast, the BKF Podcast, releases once a week and features our founders, Scott & Vanessa Martindale. You can also listen to our weekly podcast, Let's Therapy, which focuses on the intersection of faith, mental health, and blended families. For teenagers in blended families, you can listen to the Blended Kingdom Teens podcast, which comes out every other week.

Website

BKF Podcast Network

Top Shows

Blending Your Bunch: Putting the ‘Fun’ in Dysfunctional

Facing New Step-Family Challenges Together: What is Your Parenting Perspective?

Blended & Redeemed: Your Home is Not Broken

Priorities for a Healthy Marriage: How to Have a God-Centered Marriage

Blending Your Bunch: The Stepparent Name Game

Blending Your Bunch: How Kids Spell Love — Why TIME Matters Most in Parenting & Stepfamilies

Blending Your Bunch: Different Types of Love in Your Blended Family

Triggered Parenting Transformed with Special Guest Wendy Speake

Biblical Priorities in Your Blended Family

Dealing with Child Manipulation and Parent Alienation with Special Guest Dr. Les Carter

About

BKF Podcast Network

Top Shows

Top Episodes

About