nextTalk with Mandy Majors

Send us Fan Mail Our kids may want to listen to songs we don't like. Do we forbid music with explicit language, sexualized content, or racist lyrics? How and where do we draw the line? Mandy and Kim share how they approach this ongoing conversation as well as what worked and what did not! Support the show KEEPING KIDS SAFE ONLINE Connect with us... www.nextTalk.org Facebook Instagram Contact...

Send us Fan Mail Kids across the world watch Mr. Beast's YouTube channel. Recently his friend Chris, who is a major personality on the show, came out as transgender and is transitioning. Parents are asking us, "Do we turn off the show?" We encourage you to listen in for some talking points on how we approached this conversation with our younger and older kids. Related Shows: Pronoun...

Send us Fan Mail Officer Gomez (OG) is well known on social media for giving parents a heads-up about what's happening in their kids' online world. Hear first-hand stories about how he sees predators  grooming our kids, how one photo can change your child's life forever, and the number one tip he has for parents to help keep your kids safe. Related Shows: 16 year old's suicide...

Send us Fan Mail Because there is such a shortage of good counselors, we wanted to bring on Jamie Mershon, MA, LPC to equip parents with practical ideas for helping their kids in the meantime.  Related Shows: How do I create a safe place? Warning Signs to Dig Deeper with Your Kid Hearing Your Kid Support the show KEEPING KIDS SAFE ONLINE Connect with us... www.nextTalk.org Facebook Instagram Conta...

Send us Fan Mail Understanding the critical skill of having boundaries and being able to communicate them effectively is such an important life lesson to teach our kids. Mandy and Kim share some practical ways to grow this discipline in your kids and how it may be time to look in the mirror and assess how you're doing with your personal boundaries as well. Support the show KEEPING KIDS SAFE O...

Send us Fan Mail You have probably heard about fentanyl, but maybe you're not sure exactly what it is, why the death rate is so high, and how to talk to your kids about it. We've invited international speaker, retired police officer of 18 years and drug expert, Jermaine Galloway (also known as Tall Cop), to break it down and educate us about the importance of this life-saving conversatio...

Send us Fan Mail Mandy and Kim both watched this movie with their kids and had some great conversations about it. From feel-good movements to church culture to our faith in Jesus, listen to hear about three main themes they thought were essential takeaways! Relevant Shows: Bandwagon Mentality The Art of Disagreeing Christians Reacting to Culture: Lil Nas X Life Changed in an Instant Support the sh...

Send us Fan Mail Our podcast interview of Brian Montgomery detailing the sextortion scheme that ended with his son taking his life, brought a lot of emotions to the surface for most parents. Many parents have told us they don't know how to talk with their kids about this story. Especially those with younger children. This podcast gives practical tips that will help you do just that. Relevant...

Send us Fan Mail Walker Montgomery was a 16yo athlete who grew up in a great Christian home and lived on a farm with his dad, mom and three siblings. He loved football and hunting. How was he manipulated one night through Instragram that resulted in his suicide hours later? Tune-in to hear a brave dad sharing his story in hopes to save other kids. Related Shows: Online Manipulation Sexting Versus...

Send us Fan Mail Parent Question: Can you help as I go from parenting a high schooler to a young adult? Mandy and Kim share key conversations and skills that will prepare your kids and YOU as you parent from one season to the next. BUT, this show is also for parents of young kids! Find out what you need to do now to help make this future transition great! More shows on this topic: Creating a Safe...

Send us Fan Mail I always thought questions about periods and hormones and "lady things" would be handled by me, the mom! But when I brought my husband into the conversation, I was amazed by his perspective and advice to our teen son about girls and periods. He has also been super helpful in supporting conversations about menopause too. Charles Elerick joins Kim as the special guest for...

Send us Fan Mail In this show Mandy and Kim walk you through the 4 steps of Open Communication that many of us experience when trying to create a culture of conversation in our homes. These steps may give you insight as to why one kid is talking and another is quiet! Other shows related to this topic! Creating a Safe Place Letting Go Aging Out Support the show KEEPING KIDS SAFE ONLINE Connect with...

Send us Fan Mail Creating a culture of open communication starts with building a foundation of trust with your kid. But how do we do that?  Mandy and Kim walk you through every step you'll need to build a open, honest, relevant conversation in your home. Relevant Shows: My kid is online but never tells me anything bad. What should I do? Wait for a certain age to get a phone? We have thoughts!...

Send us Fan Mail How does the sex conversation shift with teens? They’re older, and the ongoing dialogue should get more detailed. They now know people (maybe friends) at school who are having sex. Your kid has a choice to make.  Research Stats: Youth Risk Behavior Survey Data Summary & Trends Report: 2011-2021 (cdc.gov) Podcast Links:   Sex and STD’s: Facts from an RN Talking to Kids about Se...

Send us Fan Mail So your kid comes home and says they're crushing on someone. How important is this conversation? Mandy and Kim suggest it's the launching pad for some of the most critical relationship topics you'll ever tackle.  Support the show KEEPING KIDS SAFE ONLINE Connect with us... www.nextTalk.org Facebook Instagram Contact Us... admin@nextTalk.org P.O. BOX 160111 San Anton...

Send us Fan Mail Mandy's husband joins her for this very practical approach to keeping your marriage healthy and happy year after year. Relevant Shows: I want to talk about everything. My husband does not. Fighting for Our Marriage with Matt and Mandy Majors Support the show KEEPING KIDS SAFE ONLINE Connect with us... www.nextTalk.org Facebook Instagram Contact Us... admin@nextTalk.org P.O. B...

Send us Fan Mail "Just because I disagree doesn't mean I hate." BUT. Do our lives reflect that? Do we love others well while holding on to our deeply held Biblical beliefs? Podcasts referenced on this show: Why Overprotecting Doesn’t Work Helping Your Child Navigate Friendships  Sexuality Pronouns Support the show KEEPING KIDS SAFE ONLINE Connect with us... www.nextTalk.org Facebook...

Send us Fan Mail With the amount of time our kids spend online, they are bound to see, hear and experience opinions and "facts" regarding just about every topic under the sun. But how do we teach them that not everything they see or hear online is true? We share 5 practical tips to create conversation that will help protect your kids from false information! Support the show KEEPING KIDS...

Send us Fan Mail New Author and nextTalk team member Kim Nichols, shares the heart behind her brand-new book, Love Rises: The Journey from Fear to Love-Focused Parenting. This book chronicles a life-changing moment that set Kim on a path to give her husband, kids and others a safe place. Although her experience began with sexual abuse, her stories, practical tips, guided prompts, and wisdom are fo...

Send us Fan Mail If you are considering giving your kid a cell phone at a specific age, listen to this show FIRST for a few ideas to consider! Support the show KEEPING KIDS SAFE ONLINE Connect with us... www.nextTalk.org Facebook Instagram Contact Us... admin@nextTalk.org P.O. BOX 160111 San Antonio, TX 78280

Send us Fan Mail Join Mandy and Kim to hear how goal setting has become an integral part of challenging and transforming themselves, their families, and nextTalk. Support the show KEEPING KIDS SAFE ONLINE Connect with us... www.nextTalk.org Facebook Instagram Contact Us... admin@nextTalk.org P.O. BOX 160111 San Antonio, TX 78280

Send us Fan Mail For our final show this year, Mandy & Kim get personal about their faith journey.  Support the show KEEPING KIDS SAFE ONLINE Connect with us... www.nextTalk.org Facebook Instagram Contact Us... admin@nextTalk.org P.O. BOX 160111 San Antonio, TX 78280

Send us Fan Mail In the midst of creating a culture of conversation in our homes, which means talking about a lot of difficult things, it's easy to forget that little things really matter. On this show, Kim talks to a very special guest about 3 simple things her parents did that were very meaningful. Support the show KEEPING KIDS SAFE ONLINE Connect with us... www.nextTalk.org Facebook Instag...

Send us Fan Mail You've decided to take the leap! If you are getting your kid a phone, this show will outline the 3 crucial steps we believe you need to do to prepare you and your kid for this big step. Support the show KEEPING KIDS SAFE ONLINE Connect with us... www.nextTalk.org Facebook Instagram Contact Us... admin@nextTalk.org P.O. BOX 160111 San Antonio, TX 78280

Send us Fan Mail On this show, Mandy and Kim's husbands take over and share some hilarious stories about missed expectations and why it's such a big deal! During the holidays we often face busy schedules and travel, but let this show be a reminder that the first order of business needs to be clear conversations about expectations in your marriage and family. Support the show KEEPING KIDS...