Who hosts The Thriving Family?

The Thriving Family is hosted by Focus on the Family Canada. They have published 58 episodes. The show covers religion, with a spirituality focus.

What has The Thriving Family covered recently?

Recent episodes include "Dr. Laura Lewis: Supporting Women and Families Through Pregnancy Care Canada", "Paul at Athens: A Model for Engaging a Secular World", and "Graeme Schnell: A Cross-Cultural Conversation About Family and Ministry". The latest went out on 8 Sep 2026 and ran about 41 minutes. Reading two or three of these before pitching is the fastest way to see what the show actually books.

How often does The Thriving Family publish?

The Thriving Family publishes weekly, a median of 7 days between episodes. Episodes average about 32 minutes. The back catalogue stands at 58 episodes. A show on this cadence plans ahead, so pitch earlier rather than closer to the date you want.

How hard is it to get booked on The Thriving Family?

For The Thriving Family, Booking Probability sits at 33/100, Listen Score at 25/100, and the guest bar is around 80/100. The show has not signalled guest openness recently, which raises the bar on relevance. A verified contact is on file.

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The Thriving Family covers family, marriage, faith, parenting, so guests who can speak to those specifically fit best. Lead with a specific result you can describe in numbers rather than a job title, and tie it to something the show has already covered.

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The Thriving Family

Hosted by Focus on the Family Canada · religion · EN · 58 episodes

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Welcome to The Thriving Family, a Focus on the Family Canada podcast. This brand new show brings you episodes on marriage, parenting, faith and culture from a Christian perspective. We also share conversations with Canadian ministry and community leaders. This is the space where family, faith and culture intersect. All of this is made possible by generous donors across our vast country who are passionate about supporting Canadian families.

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The Thriving Family is a religion podcast hosted by Focus on the Family Canada, with 58 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

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The Thriving Family
Dr. Laura Lewis: Supporting Women and Families Through Pregnancy Care Canada
Sep 8, 202641 min
Unexpected pregnancies can leave women and their partners with questions, fears, and feelings of isolation. Today’s guest saw this, which is why she’s so passionate about her role in which she walks alongside those who need this support. Welcome to The Thriving Family, a Focus on the Family Canada podcast. Today’s episode features Dr. Laura Lewis. Dr. Lewis served as the Executive Director of Pregnancy Care Canada from 2016 to 2026, a national, faith-based network of over 80 pregnancy care centres and online support. A former family physician with 22 years of experience, she observed first-hand the need for compassionate care, clear information, and practical support for those facing unexpected pregnancies. She remains passionate about equipping individuals and communities to respond with both truth and grace. This episode addresses the sensitive subject of abortion. Viewer discretion is advised. Pregnancy Care Canada Free, one-time phone consultation with a registered counsellor at Focus on the Family Canada. Give our team a call at 1.800.661.9800 to book a consult. Support the podcast © 2026 Focus on the Family (Canada) Association. All rights reserved.
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Paul at Athens: A Model for Engaging a Secular World
Sep 1, 202611 min
As followers of Christ, it can sometimes feel like we are a minority in a secular world, and struggle to engage culture. But we can learn a great deal from someone who walked this road: the apostle Paul. Welcome to The Thriving Family, a Focus on the Family Canada podcast. For today’s episode, we are taking a look at an example of evangelism in a highly secularized culture – the apostle Paul’s address in Athens. We can learn a lot from him to understand how best to engage people with the Gospel in a culture that’s much like our own. Focus on Faith and Culture e-newsletter Free The Good News of the Gospel booklet Free, one-time phone consultation with a registered counsellor at Focus on the Family Canada. Give our team a call at 1.800.661.9800 to book a consult. Support the podcast Sources from today's episode: Darrell L. Bock, Acts, (Baker Exegetical Commentary on the New Testament), Baker Academic, 2007. F.F. Bruce, The Book of the Acts, (New International Commentary on the New Testament), Eerdmans, 1988. R. Kent Hughes, Acts: The Church Afire, (Preaching the Word), Crossway, 2014. I. Howard Marshall, Acts, (Tyndale New Testament Commentaries), IVP Academic, 1980. Ben Witherington III, The Acts of the Apostles, (Socio-Rhetorical Commentary), Eerdmans, 1997. © 2025 Focus on the Family (Canada) Association. All rights reserved.
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Graeme Schnell: A Cross-Cultural Conversation About Family and Ministry
Aug 25, 202645 min
Focus on the Family has offices in countries all across the globe. When we get together, it’s truly like a family reunion. Welcome to The Thriving Family, a Focus on the Family Canada podcast. For today’s episode, host Jean-Paul Beran got to sit down with friend and colleague Graeme Schnell, CEO of Focus on the Family Africa. Our respective ministry offices may be on opposite sides of the globe, but we share a heart for families. Focus on the Family Africa Free, one-time phone consultation with a registered counsellor at Focus on the Family Canada. Give our team a call at 1.800.661.9800 to book a consult. Support the podcast © 2026 Focus on the Family (Canada) Association. All rights reserved
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Political Homelessness: Charting a Path to a Better Country
Aug 18, 202615 min
Navigating today’s political landscape can feel overwhelming, but we don’t need to lose hope in our pursuit of a better country. Welcome to The Thriving Family, a Focus on the Family Canada podcast. In our highly polarized and divided world, we feel immense pressure to encamp ourselves on one side and with one tribe. This is leading many to claim political homelessness. While that may cause despair for some, as Christians, we can actually find encouragement in this position. In today’s faith-filled episode, you’ll understand why being politically homeless reminds us to seek the good of the city we’re living in while keeping our eyes and hearts on God’s Kingdom. Article: Political homelessness: Charting a path to a better country Focus on Faith and Culture e-newsletter Free, one-time phone consultation with a registered counsellor at Focus on the Family Canada. Give our team a call at 1.800.661.9800 to book a consult. Support the podcast Sources from today's episode: Amy Julia Becker, “For those of us who feel politically homeless,” author’s blog, February 15, 2022. Chelsea Langston Bombino and Katie Thompson, “Hope for the politically homeless,” The Banner, September 14, 2020. Olivia Elder, “Sincerely, a politically homeless Christian,” Gordon Review, May 10, 2022. Matt Forde, Politically Homeless, Quercus Publishing, 2022. David French, “The spiritual blessing of political homelessness,” The Dispatch, October 18, 2020. John Ivison, “Do we need a new party for the politically ‘homeless’?” National Post, February 11, 2022. Leah MarieAnn Klett, “Scott Sauls on embodying Christ’s gentleness in culture; why Christians should feel politically ‘homeless’,” Christian Post, September 17, 2020. Aaron Schafer, The Politically Homeless Christian: How to Conquer Political Idolatry, Reject Polarization, and Recommit to God’s Greatest Two Commandments, Foundation Publishing House, 2020. Sarah Styf, “The politically homeless Christian,” Red Letter Christians, February 4, 2020. Tish Harrison Warren, “Black, Christian and transcending the political binary,” New York Times, October 28, 2022. © 2023 Focus on the Family (Canada) Association. All rights reserved.
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Jamie and Jessica Harris: Reaching a Generation Through Video Games
Aug 11, 202654 min
Video games often get a bad reputation as isolating and a waste of time. But what if we looked at how gaming can build deep, meaningful connection and discipleship between youth and mentors? Welcome to The Thriving Family, a Focus on the Family Canada podcast. For today’s episode, you’re in for a fascinating conversation with Jamie and Jessica Harris, founders of the ministry Satellite Gaming. Satellite Gaming points students to Jesus Christ by building relationships through video games. Jamie is so passionate about video games, but this passion is eclipsed by his heart for youth and teens, and reaching this often overlooked demographic through discipleship. Join us for an in-depth conversation about faith, family, parenting, and the bright side of video games. Note: This episode does not constitute an endorsement of aforementioned video games, television shows, or movies by Focus on the Family Canada. Check out reviews at Plugged In to help you determine what is appropriate for you or your family. Satellite Gaming Plugged In Free, one-time phone consultation with a registered counsellor at Focus on the Family Canada. Give our team a call at 1.800.661.9800 to book a consult. Support the podcast © 2026 Focus on the Family (Canada) Association. All rights reserved.
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Arlene Pellicane

speaker, author of Screen Kids, host of the Happy Home podcast

Kim Anderson

professor from the Department of Environmental and Molecular Toxicology at OSU, Faith-Missionary

Mike Anderson

author of "Rekindle Your Professional Fire: Powerful Habits for Becoming a More Well-Balanced Teacher", Iowa Beef Industry Council

Bonnie Pue

speaker, disciple-maker, co-founder, The Union Movement

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The Thriving Family

Political Homelessness: Charting a Path to a Better Country

Aug 18, 202615 min

Navigating today’s political landscape can feel overwhelming, but we don’t need to lose hope in our pursuit of a better country. Welcome to The Thriving Family, a Focus on the Family Canada podcast. In our highly polarized and divided world, we feel immense pressure to encamp ourselves on one side and with one tribe. This is leading many to claim political homelessness. While that may cause despair for some, as Christians, we can actually find encouragement in this position. In today’s faith-filled episode, you’ll understand why being politically homeless reminds us to seek the good of the city we’re living in while keeping our eyes and hearts on God’s Kingdom. Article: Political homelessness: Charting a path to a better country Focus on Faith and Culture e-newsletter Free, one-time phone consultation with a registered counsellor at Focus on the Family Canada. Give our team a call at 1.800.661.9800 to book a consult. Support the podcast Sources from today's episode: Amy Julia Becker, “For those of us who feel politically homeless,” author’s blog, February 15, 2022. Chelsea Langston Bombino and Katie Thompson, “Hope for the politically homeless,” The Banner, September 14, 2020. Olivia Elder, “Sincerely, a politically homeless Christian,” Gordon Review, May 10, 2022. Matt Forde, Politically Homeless, Quercus Publishing, 2022. David French, “The spiritual blessing of political homelessness,” The Dispatch, October 18, 2020. John Ivison, “Do we need a new party for the politically ‘homeless’?” National Post, February 11, 2022. Leah MarieAnn Klett, “Scott Sauls on embodying Christ’s gentleness in culture; why Christians should feel politically ‘homeless’,” Christian Post, September 17, 2020. Aaron Schafer, The Politically Homeless Christian: How to Conquer Political Idolatry, Reject Polarization, and Recommit to God’s Greatest Two Commandments, Foundation Publishing House, 2020. Sarah Styf, “The politically homeless Christian,” Red Letter Christians, February 4, 2020. Tish Harrison Warren, “Black, Christian and transcending the political binary,” New York Times, October 28, 2022. © 2023 Focus on the Family (Canada) Association. All rights reserved.

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Recent episodes

Dr. Laura Lewis: Supporting Women and Families Through Pregnancy Care Canada

Paul at Athens: A Model for Engaging a Secular World

Graeme Schnell: A Cross-Cultural Conversation About Family and Ministry

Political Homelessness: Charting a Path to a Better Country

Jamie and Jessica Harris: Reaching a Generation Through Video Games

Guest Appearances

Arlene Pellicane

Kim Anderson

Mike Anderson

Bonnie Pue

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Recent episodes

Dr. Laura Lewis: Supporting Women and Families Through Pregnancy Care Canada

Paul at Athens: A Model for Engaging a Secular World

Graeme Schnell: A Cross-Cultural Conversation About Family and Ministry

Political Homelessness: Charting a Path to a Better Country

Jamie and Jessica Harris: Reaching a Generation Through Video Games

Guest Appearances

Arlene Pellicane

Kim Anderson

Mike Anderson

Bonnie Pue

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