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Karl and CrewPhone Free Christmas with Arlene Pellicane & Tattoo MInistry with Chris BakerToday, on Karl and Crew, we continued our “All-Star Week”. We're inviting some of your favorite guests back to discuss key updates in their ministries and work. Plus, we are asking them, and you, an important question this season: "If the birth of Christ never happened, what part of your life would be most different? We had Arlene Pellicane join us to discuss the importance of parents engaging with their children rather than relying on phones to do it this Christmas. Arlene is a speaker, author, and host of the Happy Home podcast. She is also a marriage and parent...
2025-12-161h 01Karl and CrewPhone Free Christmas with Arlene Pellicane & Tattoo MInistry with Chris BakerToday, on Karl and Crew, we continued our “All-Star Week”. We're inviting some of your favorite guests back to discuss key updates in their ministries and work. Plus, we are asking them, and you, an important question this season: "If the birth of Christ never happened, what part of your life would be most different? We had Arlene Pellicane join us to discuss the importance of parents engaging with their children rather than relying on phones to do it this Christmas. Arlene is a speaker, author, and host of the Happy Home podcast. She is also a marriage and parent...
2025-12-161h 01Karl and CrewPhone Free Christmas with Arlene Pellicane & Tattoo MInistry with Chris BakerToday, on Karl and Crew, we continued our “All-Star Week”. We're inviting some of your favorite guests back to discuss key updates in their ministries and work. Plus, we are asking them, and you, an important question this season: "If the birth of Christ never happened, what part of your life would be most different? We had Arlene Pellicane join us to discuss the importance of parents engaging with their children rather than relying on phones to do it this Christmas. Arlene is a speaker, author, and host of the Happy Home podcast. She is also a marriage and parent...
2025-12-161h 01Karl and CrewPhone Free Christmas with Arlene Pellicane & Tattoo MInistry with Chris BakerToday, on Karl and Crew, we continued our “All-Star Week”. We're inviting some of your favorite guests back to discuss key updates in their ministries and work. Plus, we are asking them, and you, an important question this season: "If the birth of Christ never happened, what part of your life would be most different? We had Arlene Pellicane join us to discuss the importance of parents engaging with their children rather than relying on phones to do it this Christmas. Arlene is a speaker, author, and host of the Happy Home podcast. She is also a marriage and parent...
2025-12-161h 01Karl and CrewPhone Free Christmas with Arlene Pellicane & Tattoo MInistry with Chris BakerToday, on Karl and Crew, we continued our “All-Star Week”. We're inviting some of your favorite guests back to discuss key updates in their ministries and work. Plus, we are asking them, and you, an important question this season: "If the birth of Christ never happened, what part of your life would be most different? We had Arlene Pellicane join us to discuss the importance of parents engaging with their children rather than relying on phones to do it this Christmas. Arlene is a speaker, author, and host of the Happy Home podcast. She is also a marriage and parent...
2025-12-161h 01Karl and CrewPhone Free Christmas with Arlene Pellicane & Tattoo MInistry with Chris BakerToday, on Karl and Crew, we continued our “All-Star Week”. We're inviting some of your favorite guests back to discuss key updates in their ministries and work. Plus, we are asking them, and you, an important question this season: "If the birth of Christ never happened, what part of your life would be most different? We had Arlene Pellicane join us to discuss the importance of parents engaging with their children rather than relying on phones to do it this Christmas. Arlene is a speaker, author, and host of the Happy Home podcast. She is also a marriage and parent...
2025-12-161h 01Karl and CrewPhone Free Christmas with Arlene Pellicane & Tattoo MInistry with Chris BakerToday, on Karl and Crew, we continued our “All-Star Week”. We're inviting some of your favorite guests back to discuss key updates in their ministries and work. Plus, we are asking them, and you, an important question this season: "If the birth of Christ never happened, what part of your life would be most different? We had Arlene Pellicane join us to discuss the importance of parents engaging with their children rather than relying on phones to do it this Christmas. Arlene is a speaker, author, and host of the Happy Home podcast. She is also a marriage and parent...
2025-12-161h 01Karl and CrewPhone Free Christmas with Arlene Pellicane & Tattoo MInistry with Chris BakerToday, on Karl and Crew, we continued our “All-Star Week”. We're inviting some of your favorite guests back to discuss key updates in their ministries and work. Plus, we are asking them, and you, an important question this season: "If the birth of Christ never happened, what part of your life would be most different? We had Arlene Pellicane join us to discuss the importance of parents engaging with their children rather than relying on phones to do it this Christmas. Arlene is a speaker, author, and host of the Happy Home podcast. She is also a marriage and parent...
2025-12-161h 01
The Art of Relationships PodcastMaking Marriage Easier with Arlene PellicaneIn this episode, we explore how couples can build habits that make marriage easier—and even more joyful—for the long haul. Guest Arlene Pellicane, author, speaker, and host of The Happy Home Podcast, joins Alisa to share insights from her new book Making Marriage Easier: How to Love and Like Your Spouse for Life. Together, they unpack biblical wisdom, research-based habits, and personal stories from Arlene’s 26 years of marriage.They discuss common misconceptions about marriage, the power of gratitude and hope, and the four key habits that strengthen every relationship. Arlene and Alisa also dive into h...
2025-11-051h 08
Building Strong Homes: Blueprints to Strengthen Your Faith and Family podcastEp. 138: Christian Marriage Advice That Will Make You Laugh, Cry, and Actually Use with Arlene PellicaneDo you ever wonder if marriage can be great—not for the rare few—but for you? Today's episode answers that question with a resounding yes. In her new book, Making Marriage Easier, Arlene Pellicane shares lots of funny (and painful) stories that we'll talk about today. Like her mortifying story about electrolysis and how her wedding almost went off without her! She also gives practical wisdom like the four key decisions that make marriage easier and how to keep a marriage vibrant when you feel like roommates. Arlene was a delight to interview, and you'll love her...
2025-09-0248 min
More than RoommatesEpisode 143 - Making Marriage Easier (feat. Arlene Pellicane) Author and speaker Arlene Pellicane joins the More Than Roommates team to talk about her new book Making Marriage Easier and the four simple decisions that can transform your relationship. From practicing gratitude to setting tech boundaries, Arlene offers practical, biblical, and fun ways to move from “just roommates” to a thriving marriage. Scriptures:Gen 1:28Gen 2:241 Thess 5:16-18 Questions to Discuss:1. How can you and your spouse better cultivate a culture of gratitude in your marriage?2. Which of the four decisions—play by th...
2025-08-2632 min
Truth Changes EverythingBeyond the Screen: Arlene Pellicane on Helping Teens Thrive in a Digital World (Classic Episode)In this episode, we're joined by author and speaker Arlene Pellicane to discuss her groundbreaking book Screen Kids: 5 Relational Skills Every Child Needs in a Tech-Driven World. As technology becomes increasingly woven into the fabric of our kids' lives, Arlene offers practical insights and wisdom for parents navigating the digital age. She unpacks five key relational skills every child needs to thrive, skills that help them build meaningful connections, maintain healthy boundaries, and develop emotional resilience despite the lure of screens. If you're a parent looking to equip your children with the tools they need to succeed in today's...
2025-08-1438 minTruth Changes EverythingBeyond the Screen: Arlene Pellicane on Helping Teens Thrive in a Digital World (Classic Episode)In this episode, we're joined by author and speaker Arlene Pellicane to discuss her groundbreaking book Screen Kids: 5 Relational Skills Every Child Needs in a Tech-Driven World. As technology becomes increasingly woven into the fabric of our kids' lives, Arlene offers practical insights and wisdom for parents navigating the digital age. She unpacks five key relational skills every child needs to thrive, skills that help them build meaningful connections, maintain healthy boundaries, and develop emotional resilience despite the lure of screens. If you're a parent looking to equip your children with the tools they need to succeed in today's...
2025-08-1438 min
Permission to Pause with Pat LaytonEpisode 109: Pause with Arlene Pellicane Author of Making Marriage EasierSend us a textWelcome to Permission to Pause--I am excited to share this episode with you about PAUSING to consider the health of a happy marriage! with my friend ARLENE PELLICANE .Arlene is a speaker, host of the Happy Home podcast, and author of several books including Parents Rising, Making Marriage Easier, and Screen Kids (coauthored with Dr. Gary Chapman). Arlene has been featured on popular media outlets including The Today Show, Fox & Friends, Focus on the Family, FamilyLife Today, The 700 Club, and the Wall Street Journal. She is the spokesperson for National Marriage...
2025-08-1425 min
The Journey On DemandFamilyLife Today® - Four Selfless Decisions for a Better Marriage | Arlene PellicaneStrengthen your marriage with practical, faith-based strategies! Join Dave and Ann Wilson as they chat with author Arlene Pellicane about her book, “Making Marriage Easier.” Learn how four key decisions—play by the rules, give thanks every day, serve your spouse, and take fun seriously—can transform your relationship. Arlene shares hilarious and relatable anecdotes, from her husband’s quirky wedding registry suggestions to her own memorable, mud-filled camping adventures. Discover the power of humility in admitting flaws, the importance of shared rules like device-free dinners, and how open communication can build trust around even the toughest topics.
2025-07-311h 15FamilyLife Today®Four Selfless Decisions for a Better Marriage | Arlene PellicaneStrengthen your marriage with practical, faith-based strategies! Join Dave and Ann Wilson as they chat with author Arlene Pellicane about her book, “Making Marriage Easier.” Learn how four key decisions—play by the rules, give thanks every day, serve your spouse, and take fun seriously—can transform your relationship. Arlene shares hilarious and relatable anecdotes, from her husband’s quirky wedding registry suggestions to her own memorable, mud-filled camping adventures. Discover the power of humility in admitting flaws, the importance of shared rules like device-free dinners, and how open communication can build trust around even the toughest topics.
2025-07-311h 15CIAM RadioFamilyLife Today® - Four Selfless Decisions for a Better Marriage | Arlene PellicaneStrengthen your marriage with practical, faith-based strategies! Join Dave and Ann Wilson as they chat with author Arlene Pellicane about her book, “Making Marriage Easier.” Learn how four key decisions—play by the rules, give thanks every day, serve your spouse, and take fun seriously—can transform your relationship. Arlene shares hilarious and relatable anecdotes, from her husband’s quirky wedding registry suggestions to her own memorable, mud-filled camping adventures. Discover the power of humility in admitting flaws, the importance of shared rules like device-free dinners, and how open communication can build trust around even the toughest topics.
2025-07-311h 15Life Changing RadioFamilyLife Today® - Four Selfless Decisions for a Better Marriage | Arlene PellicaneStrengthen your marriage with practical, faith-based strategies! Join Dave and Ann Wilson as they chat with author Arlene Pellicane about her book, “Making Marriage Easier.” Learn how four key decisions—play by the rules, give thanks every day, serve your spouse, and take fun seriously—can transform your relationship. Arlene shares hilarious and relatable anecdotes, from her husband’s quirky wedding registry suggestions to her own memorable, mud-filled camping adventures. Discover the power of humility in admitting flaws, the importance of shared rules like device-free dinners, and how open communication can build trust around even the toughest topics.
2025-07-311h 15Faith Radio On DemandFamilyLife Today® - The Simple Way to Make Marriage Easier | Arlene PellicaneStrengthen your marriage with practical, faith-based strategies! Join Dave and Ann Wilson as they chat with author Arlene Pellicane about her book, “Making Marriage Easier.” Learn how four key decisions—play by the rules, give thanks every day, serve your spouse, and take fun seriously—can transform your relationship. Arlene shares hilarious and relatable anecdotes, from her husband’s quirky wedding registry suggestions to her own memorable, mud-filled camping adventures. Discover the power of humility in admitting flaws, the importance of shared rules like device-free dinners, and how open communication can build trust around even the toughest topics.
2025-07-311h 15KFM On DemandFamilyLife Today® - Four Selfless Decisions for a Better Marriage | Arlene PellicaneStrengthen your marriage with practical, faith-based strategies! Join Dave and Ann Wilson as they chat with author Arlene Pellicane about her book, “Making Marriage Easier.” Learn how four key decisions—play by the rules, give thanks every day, serve your spouse, and take fun seriously—can transform your relationship. Arlene shares hilarious and relatable anecdotes, from her husband’s quirky wedding registry suggestions to her own memorable, mud-filled camping adventures. Discover the power of humility in admitting flaws, the importance of shared rules like device-free dinners, and how open communication can build trust around even the toughest topics.
2025-07-311h 15WDAC PodcastsFamilyLife Today® - Four Selfless Decisions for a Better Marriage | Arlene PellicaneStrengthen your marriage with practical, faith-based strategies! Join Dave and Ann Wilson as they chat with author Arlene Pellicane about her book, “Making Marriage Easier.” Learn how four key decisions—play by the rules, give thanks every day, serve your spouse, and take fun seriously—can transform your relationship. Arlene shares hilarious and relatable anecdotes, from her husband’s quirky wedding registry suggestions to her own memorable, mud-filled camping adventures. Discover the power of humility in admitting flaws, the importance of shared rules like device-free dinners, and how open communication can build trust around even the toughest topics.
2025-07-311h 15Word RadioFamilyLife Today® - Four Selfless Decisions for a Better Marriage | Arlene PellicaneStrengthen your marriage with practical, faith-based strategies! Join Dave and Ann Wilson as they chat with author Arlene Pellicane about her book, “Making Marriage Easier.” Learn how four key decisions—play by the rules, give thanks every day, serve your spouse, and take fun seriously—can transform your relationship. Arlene shares hilarious and relatable anecdotes, from her husband’s quirky wedding registry suggestions to her own memorable, mud-filled camping adventures. Discover the power of humility in admitting flaws, the importance of shared rules like device-free dinners, and how open communication can build trust around even the toughest topics.
2025-07-311h 15WOAY PodcastsFamilyLife Today® - Four Selfless Decisions for a Better Marriage | Arlene PellicaneStrengthen your marriage with practical, faith-based strategies! Join Dave and Ann Wilson as they chat with author Arlene Pellicane about her book, “Making Marriage Easier.” Learn how four key decisions—play by the rules, give thanks every day, serve your spouse, and take fun seriously—can transform your relationship. Arlene shares hilarious and relatable anecdotes, from her husband’s quirky wedding registry suggestions to her own memorable, mud-filled camping adventures. Discover the power of humility in admitting flaws, the importance of shared rules like device-free dinners, and how open communication can build trust around even the toughest topics.
2025-07-311h 15The Word On DemandFamilyLife Today® - Four Selfless Decisions for a Better Marriage | Arlene PellicaneStrengthen your marriage with practical, faith-based strategies! Join Dave and Ann Wilson as they chat with author Arlene Pellicane about her book, “Making Marriage Easier.” Learn how four key decisions—play by the rules, give thanks every day, serve your spouse, and take fun seriously—can transform your relationship. Arlene shares hilarious and relatable anecdotes, from her husband’s quirky wedding registry suggestions to her own memorable, mud-filled camping adventures. Discover the power of humility in admitting flaws, the importance of shared rules like device-free dinners, and how open communication can build trust around even the toughest topics.
2025-07-311h 15WPGM On DemandFamilyLife Today® - Four Selfless Decisions for a Better Marriage | Arlene PellicaneStrengthen your marriage with practical, faith-based strategies! Join Dave and Ann Wilson as they chat with author Arlene Pellicane about her book, “Making Marriage Easier.” Learn how four key decisions—play by the rules, give thanks every day, serve your spouse, and take fun seriously—can transform your relationship. Arlene shares hilarious and relatable anecdotes, from her husband’s quirky wedding registry suggestions to her own memorable, mud-filled camping adventures. Discover the power of humility in admitting flaws, the importance of shared rules like device-free dinners, and how open communication can build trust around even the toughest topics.
2025-07-311h 15Programs And PodcastsFamilyLife Today® - Four Selfless Decisions for a Better Marriage | Arlene PellicaneStrengthen your marriage with practical, faith-based strategies! Join Dave and Ann Wilson as they chat with author Arlene Pellicane about her book, “Making Marriage Easier.” Learn how four key decisions—play by the rules, give thanks every day, serve your spouse, and take fun seriously—can transform your relationship. Arlene shares hilarious and relatable anecdotes, from her husband’s quirky wedding registry suggestions to her own memorable, mud-filled camping adventures. Discover the power of humility in admitting flaws, the importance of shared rules like device-free dinners, and how open communication can build trust around even the toughest topics.
2025-07-311h 15WPEL On DemandFamilyLife Today® - Four Selfless Decisions for a Better Marriage | Arlene PellicaneStrengthen your marriage with practical, faith-based strategies! Join Dave and Ann Wilson as they chat with author Arlene Pellicane about her book, “Making Marriage Easier.” Learn how four key decisions—play by the rules, give thanks every day, serve your spouse, and take fun seriously—can transform your relationship. Arlene shares hilarious and relatable anecdotes, from her husband’s quirky wedding registry suggestions to her own memorable, mud-filled camping adventures. Discover the power of humility in admitting flaws, the importance of shared rules like device-free dinners, and how open communication can build trust around even the toughest topics.
2025-07-311h 15The WellFamilyLife Today® - Four Selfless Decisions for a Better Marriage | Arlene PellicaneStrengthen your marriage with practical, faith-based strategies! Join Dave and Ann Wilson as they chat with author Arlene Pellicane about her book, “Making Marriage Easier.” Learn how four key decisions—play by the rules, give thanks every day, serve your spouse, and take fun seriously—can transform your relationship. Arlene shares hilarious and relatable anecdotes, from her husband’s quirky wedding registry suggestions to her own memorable, mud-filled camping adventures. Discover the power of humility in admitting flaws, the importance of shared rules like device-free dinners, and how open communication can build trust around even the toughest topics.
2025-07-311h 15KHCB On DemandFamilyLife Today® - Four Selfless Decisions for a Better Marriage | Arlene PellicaneStrengthen your marriage with practical, faith-based strategies! Join Dave and Ann Wilson as they chat with author Arlene Pellicane about her book, “Making Marriage Easier.” Learn how four key decisions—play by the rules, give thanks every day, serve your spouse, and take fun seriously—can transform your relationship. Arlene shares hilarious and relatable anecdotes, from her husband’s quirky wedding registry suggestions to her own memorable, mud-filled camping adventures. Discover the power of humility in admitting flaws, the importance of shared rules like device-free dinners, and how open communication can build trust around even the toughest topics.
2025-07-311h 15Your Network of PraiseFamilyLife Today® - Four Selfless Decisions for a Better Marriage | Arlene PellicaneStrengthen your marriage with practical, faith-based strategies! Join Dave and Ann Wilson as they chat with author Arlene Pellicane about her book, “Making Marriage Easier.” Learn how four key decisions—play by the rules, give thanks every day, serve your spouse, and take fun seriously—can transform your relationship. Arlene shares hilarious and relatable anecdotes, from her husband’s quirky wedding registry suggestions to her own memorable, mud-filled camping adventures. Discover the power of humility in admitting flaws, the importance of shared rules like device-free dinners, and how open communication can build trust around even the toughest topics.
2025-07-311h 15
Priority TalkArlene PellicaneArlene Pellicane-Marriage and Family Expert Arlene Pellicane joins Greg talking about back to school and issues related to our kids, screens and AI. Listen in to learn more about seeing Arlene in person at a Family Ministry Conference.
2025-07-3015 min
The D6 Family Ministry Podcast#480 | Making Marriage Easier - Arlene PellicaneIn this week’s episode, we are joined by Arlene Pellicane, author and host of The Happy Home podcast, to discuss her latest book, Making Marriage Easier. In this episode, Arlene discusses the complexities of marriage, offering guidance on how to navigate the challenges and joys of a lifelong, godly partnership. She shares personal experiences and wisdom while also emphasizing the importance of communication, forgiveness, and the role of faith in nurturing a healthy relationship. Throughout the episode, Arlene addresses common misconceptions about marriage, highlighting the difference between seeking happiness and building a fulfilling life tog...
2025-07-2847 min
The Happy Home Podcast with Arlene PellicaneNegativity in Your Home - Arlene PellicaneVisit donate.accessmore.com and give today to help fund more episodes and shows like this. See David Thomas, Sissy Goff, and Arlene Pellicane live at the Parents Rising Conference on September 6, 2025 in San Diego. Tickets on sale now http://parentsrisingconference.com/ Do you tend to think about what might go wrong instead of what might go right? Negativity is our default mode and can be disastrous for a family, but what if bad can sometimes be leveraged for good in your home? The power of bad can actually be leveraged f...
2025-05-1236 min
No More Perfect Podcast with Jill SavageMaking Marriage Easier with Arlene Pellicane | Episode 246Have you heard some variation of this before? “Marriage is hard. It’s unfair. One of you will always pull more weight. Marriage doesn’t make you happy; it makes you miserable.” I'd like to push back against that pessimistic mindset. Yes, it’s true that marriage can be challenging—but it can also be one of the greatest relationships you will experience!Marriage is certainly not easy, but it can be easier if we approach it the right way. Joining us to share her insights on doing just this is my friend, Arlene Pellica...
2025-05-0643 min
Immanuel Schools: Made For MoreEp 08 | Screen Time and Kids: A Healthier Balance (with Arlene Pellicane)In this episode of Made For More, Dr. Roger Erdvig and Dr. Maggie Pope is joined by Arlene Pellicane—speaker, host of the Happy Home podcast, and author of several books, including Screen Kids (co-authored with Dr. Gary Chapman). Arlene brings valuable insight into managing screen time for children in today’s technology-saturated world, shedding light on the common challenges parents face as they help their kids develop a healthy relationship with technology.You'll walk away with practical strategies for creating a balanced family tech plan—and maybe even feel inspired to take a closer look at your o...
2025-05-0546 min
License to Parent with Trace EmbryWired For Connection with Arlene PellicaneFinding a Healthy Balance
But I’m thinking that with connection to each other there needs to be some balance. So I want to ask you this: “Is it possible to have too much of a good thing?”
Let’s take food for instance. Is it possible to eat too much? Too much chocolate cake may just give you a stomach ache but indulging in that chocolate cake day after day after day. You could really pay the price and I’m not just talking about the scale.
Let’s apply that same thought to our wired connections to each other. I’m w...
2025-03-3128 minLicense to Parent with Trace EmbryWired For Connection with Arlene PellicaneFinding a Healthy Balance
But I’m thinking that with connection to each other there needs to be some balance. So I want to ask you this: “Is it possible to have too much of a good thing?”
Let’s take food for instance. Is it possible to eat too much? Too much chocolate cake may just give you a stomach ache but indulging in that chocolate cake day after day after day. You could really pay the price and I’m not just talking about the scale.
Let’s apply that same thought to our wired co...
2025-03-3128 min
Christian Parents Archives - Trace Embry | License to ParentWired For Connection with Arlene PellicaneFinding a Healthy Balance
But I’m thinking that with connection to each other there needs to be some balance. So I want to ask you this: “Is it possible to have too much of a good thing?”
Let’s take food for instance. Is it possible to eat too much? Too much chocolate cake may just give you a stomach ache but indulging in that chocolate cake day after day after day. You could really pay the price and I’m not just talking about the scale.
Let’s apply that same thought to o...
2025-03-3128 minParent Help Archives - Trace Embry | License to ParentWired For Connection with Arlene PellicaneFinding a Healthy Balance
But I’m thinking that with connection to each other there needs to be some balance. So I want to ask you this: “Is it possible to have too much of a good thing?”
Let’s take food for instance. Is it possible to eat too much? Too much chocolate cake may just give you a stomach ache but indulging in that chocolate cake day after day after day. You could really pay the price and I’m not just talking about the scale.
Let’s apply that same thought to o...
2025-03-3128 minBiblical Worldview Archives - Trace Embry | License to ParentWired For Connection with Arlene PellicaneFinding a Healthy Balance
But I’m thinking that with connection to each other there needs to be some balance. So I want to ask you this: “Is it possible to have too much of a good thing?”
Let’s take food for instance. Is it possible to eat too much? Too much chocolate cake may just give you a stomach ache but indulging in that chocolate cake day after day after day. You could really pay the price and I’m not just talking about the scale.
Let’s apply that same thought to o...
2025-03-3128 min
Anchored by the SwordHow to Make Marriage Easier with Arlene Pellicane!Marriage isn’t always easy, but what if we could make it easier? In today’s episode, I sit down with Arlene Pellicane, author of Making Marriage Easier, to talk about the ups and downs of marriage, navigating grief and loss together, and how small intentional actions can reignite connection. Arlene shares her own love story—from longing for marriage as a young woman to waiting on God’s timing and eventually walking through infertility and loss. She also gives practical tips on keeping fun and affection alive in marriage, communicating well, and choosing commitment even when emotions wane. Whether...
2025-03-1132 min
Marriage After GodFour Decisions for an Easier Marriage, The Power of Intentional Fun, Marriage Before Kids - w/ Arlene PellicaneIn today's episode of the Marriage After God podcast, Aaron interviews Arlene Pellicane, author of ten books including her latest, "Making Marriage Easier." After 25 years of marriage and raising three children (two now in college), Arlene shares practical wisdom about cultivating a thriving marriage relationship. Her humorous approach combined with biblical principles offers couples a refreshing perspective on how small, intentional decisions can transform their relationship.In this insightful conversation, we explore:The four core decisions that make marriage easier: playing by the rules, giving thanks, serving one another, and taking fun seriouslyWhy addressing small issues...
2025-03-0659 min
The Connected MomMaking Marriage EasierGet you copy of Cultivating a Deeper Connection in a Lonely WorldIn this episode of the Connected Mom podcast, Becky Harling and Arlene Pellicane discuss the complexities of marriage, emphasizing the importance of making conscious decisions to strengthen relationships. They explore family dynamics, the necessity of fun, and the value of embracing discomfort for personal growth. The conversation highlights the significance of gratitude, service, and realistic expectations in fostering a healthy marriage. In this engaging conversation, Becky Harling and Arlene Pellicane explore the intricacies of maintaining a strong marriage amidst the challenges of life and...
2025-03-0634 min
HomeWord with Jim BurnsEpisode 44-Making Marriage Easier-Arlene PellicaneThose of us who have been married for more than a few years understand that while marriage is wonderful it can also be frustrating, lonely, and, at times, HARD - but it doesn’t have to be hard all the time! Today, Jim welcomes back author and speaker Arlene Pellicane to discuss her brand new book, Making Marriage Easier. Jim and Arlene unpack the 4 key decisions you can make within your marriage to clarify your values and create a clear path forward - helping you and your spouse remember that you can love AND li...
2025-02-2039 min
Motivational Mondays: Conversations with LeadersMaking Marriage Easier (Feat. Arlene Pellicane)Arlene Pellicane is a marriage advocate dedicated to helping couples build strong, joyful relationships. Through her books, podcasts, and speaking engagements, she challenges the narrative that marriage is inherently difficult, instead presenting it as a fulfilling and worthwhile commitment. Drawing from her own 26-year marriage, Arlene emphasizes that while some obstacles may emerge, they can be navigated successfully with the right mindset and dedication.Arlene stresses the significance of truly knowing a partner before marriage, advocating for time, patience, and careful observation of character. She shares insights from her own love story, where friendship provided a solid...
2025-02-1038 min
Awesome Marriage PodcastHealthy Tech Habits That You & Your Marriage Need with Arlene Pellicane | Ep. 636Is technology bringing you closer together, or leading to disconnection? Tech is hitting marriages hard today. Yet research shows that marriage can provide a huge boost to personal happiness. Today's guest, Arlene Pellicane, has written several books on how technology is impacting relationships, and today she shares tech habits that will help you and your marriage to thrive. We pray this episode is helpful for you and your marriage. Episode highlights include: The 1 habit that guarantees marriage success 99% of the Time Easy ways to declutter your digital life for d...
2025-02-0755 minAwesome Marriage PodcastHealthy Tech Habits That You & Your Marriage Need with Arlene Pellicane | Ep. 636Is technology bringing you closer together, or leading to disconnection? Tech is hitting marriages hard today. Yet research shows that marriage can provide a huge boost to personal happiness. Today's guest, Arlene Pellicane, has written several books on how technology is impacting relationships, and today she shares tech habits that will help you and your marriage to thrive. We pray this episode is helpful for you and your marriage. Episode highlights include: The 1 habit that guarantees marriage success 99% of the Time Easy ways to declutter your digital life for d...
2025-02-0755 minThe Happy Home Podcast with Arlene PellicaneMaking Marriage Easier - James PellicaneVisit donate.accessmore.com and give today to help fund more episodes and shows like this. Check out Arlene's new book, Making Marriage Easier: How to love (and like) your spouse for life https://makingmarriageeasier.com/ What have I learned about a happy marriage after 26 years and counting? My husband James joins me on the podcast as we celebrate the launch of my new book, Making Marriage Easier. You can build a marriage you love. One of the keys to an easier marriage is listening to one another--really listening. On today's e...
2025-02-0321 minThe D6 Family Ministry Podcast#451 | Navigating AI in Parenting and Ministry - Arlene PellicaneIn this episode of the podcast, we sit down with Arlene Pellicane to discuss her thoughts on the growing role of artificial intelligence (AI) in our daily lives, especially its impact on children, families, and the church. Arlene is a speaker, host of the Happy Home Podcast, and author of several books including Parents Rising, 31 Days to a Happy Husband, and Screen Kids. Arlene has been featured on the Today Show, Fox and Friends, The Wall Street Journal, and Focus on the Family. She is definitely a “digital guru” for coaching future generations. From curated social media content influencing chil...
2025-01-0625 minThe Happy Home Podcast with Arlene Pellicane25 Days of Christmas - Your Child Got a Phone, Now What?Visit donate.accessmore.com and give today to help fund more episodes and shows like this. Your child has been begging you for a phone (or video game, social media, tablet, etc). You have held out for a long time but this Christmas, you decided to wrap that phone and place it under the tree. What can you expect after the gift is given? What kind of guidelines can you present with the phone? How can you set up your child for success and not failure? On today's 25 Days of Christmas episode, Arlene s...
2024-12-2325 minHomeWord with Jim BurnsEpisode 30-Arlene Pellicane’s Top Nine Questions About Screen Time and KidsToday, Jim welcomes back author and speaker Arlene Pellicane to discuss the top 9 questions she’s asked about screen time and kids from her book Screen Kids: 5 Relational Skills Every Child Needs in a Tech-Driven World. From when to give kids a phone to how your child handles friendship without social media, from video games in the home to opposing parental opinions, from well-intentioned gifts from grandparents to the difference between a physical book and reading on a tablet, this conversation is your one-stop shop for the top questions you have about raising your ki...
2024-10-2443 minHomeWord with Jim BurnsEpisode 29-Responsible Digital Use in the Home with guest Arlene PellicaneIf your kids or spouse came to you and said “I feel like you give your phone more attention than me”, would you be able to take it? Would it spur you to examine your digital use and make a change? On today’s episode of HomeWord, Jim welcomes author and speaker Arlene Pellicane to discuss her book Screen Kids: 5 Relational Skills Every Child Needs in a Tech-Driven World. Learn some of the science behind addiction and what it does to your and your child's brain, why teenagers are saying we sho...
2024-10-1740 minThe Happy Home Podcast with Arlene PellicaneReset Your Tech - Rescuing the Anxious Generation (Arlene Pellicane)Visit donate.accessmore.com and give today to help fund more episodes and shows like this. It's RESET YOUR TECH month! Get your free "Reset Your Tech" tip sheet https://www.happyhomeuniversity.com/subscribe Kids and teens are being absorbed, entranced and harmed by technology use. Mental health problems are multiplying and there is no solution in sight. If we don't act, kids will be even more dependent on tech in the years ahead. What can we do to rescue this anxious generation? Arlene shares what you can do starting today t...
2024-09-3031 minAwesome Marriage PodcastHealthy Tech Habits For A Healthy Marriage with Arlene Pellicane | Ep. 636Do your habits online support your marriage? Or damage it? Fewer couples are getting married than ever. Tech is hitting marriages hard today. Yet research shows that marriage can provide a huge boost to personal happiness. Today's guest Arlene Pellicane has written several books on how technology is impacting relationships, and today she shares tech habits that will help you and your marriage to thrive. We pray this episode is helpful for you and your marriage. Episode highlights include: The 1 habit that leads to a 99...
2024-08-3054 minAwesome Marriage PodcastHealthy Tech Habits For A Healthy Marriage with Arlene Pellicane | Ep. 636Do your habits online support your marriage? Or damage it? Fewer couples are getting married than ever. Tech is hitting marriages hard today. Yet research shows that marriage can provide a huge boost to personal happiness. Today's guest Arlene Pellicane has written several books on how technology is impacting relationships, and today she shares tech habits that will help you and your marriage to thrive. We pray this episode is helpful for you and your marriage. Episode highlights include: The 1 habit that leads to a 99...
2024-08-3054 minThe Happy Home Podcast with Arlene PellicaneDavid Fraze - Balancing SportsVisit donate.accessmore.com and give today to help fund more episodes and shows like this. Playing on a sports team can be a great learning experience for your child, but it can also lead to overcommitment and exhaustion. How can you tell if your commitment to sports is working for or against your family? Dr. David Fraze is here to coach us up. He has a new book full of good advice for student athletes and the families who are cheering for them (and driving them to games). The book is Practical W...
2024-08-1230 minThe Happy Home Podcast with Arlene PellicaneKaren Stubbs - Survival Guide to MotherhoodVisit donate.accessmore.com and give today to help fund more episodes and shows like this. On most days, do you feel like a success or a failure as a mom? It can be easy to feel lost and alone, but we don't have to stay that way. Mother and grandmother Karen Stubbs is the ideal mentor to provide inspiration for parenting, backed up with practical tips that will make motherhood easier. Sharing from her new book, Survival Guide to Motherhood, you'll learn about: 3:00 Recognizing the dangers of self-pity 8:00 How...
2024-08-0530 minThe Happy Home Podcast with Arlene PellicaneJames Pellicane - Winning Mindset for DadsVisit donate.accessmore.com and give today to help fund more episodes and shows like this. Are you struggling with your kids about screen time, friends, attitudes, chores, or anything else? How can you live in a place of victory--enjoying your family instead of enduring it? Dads can lead the way, and today I have a very special guest after Father's Day - my husband James Pellicane. We have been married for more than 25 years and have three children (one in college, one high school graduate, and one high schooler). In today's conversation, w...
2024-06-1731 min
Team Us: A Christian Marriage PodcastHow to Have a Front-Seat Marriage with James and Arlene PellicaneHas your marriage taken a backseat to your parenting? Today, we have author and speaker Arlene Pellicane and her husband James on the podcast. They share practical tips on how your marriage can take a front seat! TAKE THE "US TIME" CHALLENGE Connect daily this week by taking walks around the block. LET US KNOW WHAT YOU THINK Did you enjoy this episode? Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts! (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/team-us/id1565819107) MORE FROM JAMES AND ARLENE PELLICANE Visit Arlene Pellicane’s we...
2024-06-1123 minThe Happy Home Podcast with Arlene PellicaneArlene Pellicane - Preparing Your Child for LifeVisit donate.accessmore.com and give today to help fund more episodes and shows like this. How can moms stay sane and focused in everyday life? Arlene shares a special Mother's Day message to remind you of what's most important in raising your kiddos. Hint: It's not getting into the right college or getting them more followers on social media. How can you equip your kids for adulthood and do it with joy and purpose? In this message, Arlene talks about: 2:00 What are some things that wouldn’t happen without mom?
2024-05-1327 min
Stronger Marriage ConnectionKeeping Your Marriage Strong | Arlene Pellicane | #83 Today hosts Liz Hale and Dave Schramm talk with Arlene Pellicane, an author and speaker specializing in marriage and parenting. As the national spokesperson for National Marriage Week, Arlene shares insightful tips for nurturing a strong marital connection. The discussion emphasizes daily connections, weekly date nights, and the significance of prioritizing marriage in today's world.About Arlene PellicaneArlene Pellicane is the National Spokesperson for National Marriage Week. She's a topmarriage and parenting author and speaker, and has appeared on several media outletslike the Today Show, Wall Street Journal, Focus on the...
2024-04-2941 min
Empowered Relationship Podcast: Your Relationship Resource And GuideERP 421: How To Keep The Fun & Positivity Alive In Relationship — An Interview With Arlene PellicaneKeeping the flame of passion alive in a relationship can be a challenging endeavor, especially amidst the demands and stresses of everyday life. From managing work responsibilities to navigating household chores and family commitments, couples often find themselves caught up in a whirlwind of obligations, leaving little room for fun and positive connections. In this episode, we explore actionable strategies and valuable insights aimed at addressing the challenge of maintaining fun and positivity in a relationship. From practical tips to infuse joy into everyday moments to revitalizing the bond between partners, we offer guidance on reigniting the...
2024-04-2348 min
The Christian Parenting Podcast - Motherhood, Teaching kids about Jesus, Intentional parenting, Raising Christian kidsStrengthening the foundation of our families with Arlene PellicaneWhile parenting, working, and the whirlwind of daily life, it's easy for marriage—the very foundation of our family life—to slide to the back burner. But our marriages are critical and so today's episode is dedicated to nurturing this foundational relationship. I am thrilled to be joined by Arlene Pellicane, a renowned marriage and family speaker, host of the Happy Home Podcast, and author of books like 31 Days to a Happy Husband and "31 Days to Becoming a Happy Wife.Arlene and I discuss why fewer young adults choose marriage over living together and the signi...
2024-04-1638 minThe Happy Home Podcast with Arlene PellicaneFalling in Love Again with Your Spouse - National Marriage WeekVisit donate.accessmore.com and give today to help fund more episodes and shows like this. Has Valentine's Day become more about showering your kids with gifts than your spouse? It's easy to drift away from the person who was once your dream come true. It is time to fall in love again...with your spouse! Arlene shares how you can turn your heart towards your spouse this week, relive the feelings of love, and strengthen your commitment to have and to hold forever. It's National Marriage Week (Feb 7-14) and it's time t...
2024-02-1220 minThe Happy Home Podcast with Arlene Pellicane25 Days of Christmas: The Gift of an Intentional Tech HomeVisit donate.accessmore.com and give today to help fund more episodes and shows like this.
Wondering if you should wrap up that new phone for your child this Christmas? Before you do, listen to this episode as Arlene shares two big ideas for living in an intentional tech home. If you can use technology to help your kids and not hurt them, that will be a huge gift you can bring to your family this Christmas and beyond. Arlene talks about:
3:00 I had no intention of hurting her but I d...
2023-12-1137 min
Grace In Real Life podcastGrace In Marriage: How to have a D.R.E.A.M. marriage with Arlene PellicaneHow happy is your marriage? How can you have a happier marriage? Listen to Arlene Pellicane as she shares how to be a happier wife. You’re listening to this episode because you want a happier marriage. Your marriage may be super happy and full of joy, and you want to increase it. Or, your marriage may feel like it’s on its last breath, and you are so ready for Jesus to breathe laughter and smiling and hope back into your relationship. You and Jesus and your spouse know where you are in your marr...
2023-10-1039 min
Moms in Prayer PodcastEpisode 264 - Screens & the Impact on Children’s Faith with Arlene Pellicane“Screen time has replaced much of in-person worship, Christian community, and older role models discipling our youth.” Arlene Pellicane talks with us about her book, “Screen Kids” and how too much screen time can impact our children’s well-being and faith. With technology that is engineered to keep kids scrolling, Arlene explains how to deal with a child who is on the phone too much and gives you five skills that every child needs in a tech driven world. The Moms in Prayer Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual...
2023-07-0337 min
Happiness through Hardship91. Arlene Pellicane: Exploring Digital Well-being for FamiliesDo you ever catch yourself spending hours and hours on your phone? Or do you ever catch your child playing nonstop video games? On this week’s episode of "Happiness through Hardship" - The Podcast, Arlene Pellicane discusses the impacts of technology and how to balance screen time. Arlene is an author, podcast host of “The Happy Home”, as well as a speaker and media personality. Arlene shares advice on parenting and ways to balance the digital space in today’s world.
SHOW NOTES
2:56 - How technology has impacted the youth
7:07 - How to recognize what is too much screen time
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2023-06-2032 min
Mother Daughter Connections®155_How To Help Your Daughter Navigate Social Media (w/GUEST: Arlene Pellicane On today's episode of Mother Daughter Connections®, I'm joined by author, speaker, and host of The Happy Home Podcast, Arlene Pellicane. Arlene Pellicane is a speaker, host of the Happy Home podcast, and author of several books including Parents Rising, Screen Kids., and Calm, Cool, and Connected: 5 Digital Habits for a More Balanced Life. Arlene has been interviewed on numerous radio programs, written for several national magazines, and appeared in major media outlets including the Today Show, Fox & Friends, and The Wall Street Journal. Arlene earned her BA fr...
2023-04-1746 min
The Monica Swanson Podcast - boy mom, build strong families, Biblical worldview, women’s wellnessRaising Relational Kids in a Screen-Driven World, with Arlene PellicaneIf you are like 100% of the parents I know, 😉, your kids' relationship with screens causes you some amount of stress (and likely a good amount!) This is a difficult issue and one we might feel we will never catch up on. (and we're right.) Arlene Pellicane is a great help on this topic! She has done a lot of research and written a number of books to support parents raising kids in this screen-driven world. Two of her books were co-written with Gary Chapman (of the 5-Love Languages!) and in today’s conversation we are touching on some...
2023-03-1544 min
The Messy Table with Jenn JewellEP. 131 | Arlene Pellicane [Prioritizing Digital Boundaries]As you think about how to honor God in this new year, you might focus on your physical health, your spiritual health, or even your mental health. But what about your digital health?
Today at The Messy Table, author, speaker, podcaster, and masterclass host, Arlene Pellicane, is chatting with Amy Groeschel and Jenn Jewell about setting ourselves up to honor God (and simultaneously thrive!) by prioritizing digital boundaries and “happy homes.”
“A happy home is where the presence of God is welcome—because, in His presence, there is fullness of joy.” Arlene Pellicane
If you could...
2023-01-1050 min
Prayer In A Noisy World with Valerie Woerner of Val Marie Paper66: Screen Time with Arlene PellicaneArlene Pellicane is a speaker, host of the Happy Home podcast, and author of several books including Parents Rising, 31 Days to a Happy Husband and Screen Kids. Arlene has been featured on the Today Show, Fox & Friends, the Wall Street Journal and Focus on the Family. Arlene lives in San Diego with her husband James and their three children. To learn more, visit her website at ArlenePellicane.com and check out her masterclasses at HappyHomeUniversity.com Arlene's Instagram | Arlene's WebsiteThings mentioned in today’s episode:Arlene’s booksScreen Kids filmIs screen time a...
2023-01-0648 min
The Counter Culture Mom Show with Tina GriffinArlene Pellicane Describes How Dopamine Causes Digital Addiction and Shares Screen-Free IdeasToday’s entertainment is dishing out huge amounts of dopamine, making kids constantly wanting more. Unfortunately, dopamine is addictive, and it can damage kids’ developing brains, making them numb to the world around them and unable to make wise decisions as a result. Tech expert Arlene Pellicane is a speaker, podcast host, and co-author of Screen Kids, a book she co-wrote with Dr. Gary Chapman. She explains the key differences between digital candy and digital vegetables. Arlene explains how the brain likes a little bit of dopamine, but children’s brains are being overloaded with too much dopamine because of too...
2022-11-2927 minThe Happy Home Podcast with Arlene PellicaneArlene Pellicane - Strong Marriage, Strong FamilyVisit donate.accessmore.com and give today to help fund more episodes and shows like this.
Loving your kids is very important, but so is loving your spouse. How can you invest in your marriage this week? It’s worth the effort to get closer to your spouse because a strong marriage makes a strong family. It can be easier to talk about parenting and sweep your marriage issues under the rug. On today's episode, Arlene shares a few things she has learned about marriage.
You'll learn:
3:40 Here’s the weird...
2022-10-1727 min
Why is Everyone Yelling?Episode 105: Arlene Pellicane – Digital Minimalism
Arlene Pellicane is the author of Screen Kids which she coauthored with Gary Chapman. She has been featured on the Today Show and Wallstreet Journal. Her mission is for you to find more happiness in your home. Arlene is the mother of 3 kids.
In Screen Kids Gary Chapman and Arlene Pellicane will empower you with the tools you need to make positive changes. Through stories, science, and wisdom, you’ll discover how to take back your home from an over-dependence on screens.
In this episode, we talk a lot about screen time and kids and techno...
2022-10-1150 min
That's Just What I Needed PodcastHow to Master Digital Tech so It Doesn’t Master You with guest, Arlene PellicaneHow to Master Digital Tech so It Doesn’t Master You with guest, Arlene Pellicane Hey Friend! Could you spend a day without your phone? I know. I know. Convicting question, isn’t it? I’m talking with my new friend, author, and speaker on this week's podcast, Arlene Pellicane. And, oh my goodness, the topic is incredibly pertinent: how to use technology so it doesn't drown out the most important things in life. Arlene teaches us how to master digital technology, the simple act of pivoting...
2022-09-2836 minThe Happy Home Podcast with Arlene PellicaneArlene Pellicane - Three Myths Moms Fall ForVisit donate.accessmore.com and give today to help fund more episodes and shows like this.
The ideal mom is often portrayed in an impossible light, leaving the rest of us feeling lost and inferior. There are myths that moms are pressured into believing. On today's podcast, Arlene Pellicane shares three myths moms tend to fall for. You'll learn how to spot these myths and debunk them. Living in the light of God's truth makes your heart lighter - and that's going to bless your children. In today's message originally given at the S...
2022-08-2935 minTechnology Archives - Trace Embry | License to ParentWired For Connection with Arlene PellicaneFinding a Healthy Balance
But I’m thinking that with connection to each other there needs to be some balance. So I want to ask you this: “Is it possible to have too much of a good thing?”
Let’s take food for instance. Is it possible to eat too much? Too much chocolate cake may just give you a stomach ache but indulging in that chocolate cake day after day after day. You could really pay the price and I’m not just talking about the scale.
Let’s apply that same thought to o...
2022-03-1428 minParenting Archives - Trace Embry | License to ParentWired For Connection with Arlene PellicaneFinding a Healthy Balance
But I’m thinking that with connection to each other there needs to be some balance. So I want to ask you this: “Is it possible to have too much of a good thing?”
Let’s take food for instance. Is it possible to eat too much? Too much chocolate cake may just give you a stomach ache but indulging in that chocolate cake day after day after day. You could really pay the price and I’m not just talking about the scale.
Let’s apply that same thought to o...
2022-03-1428 minDigital Age Archives - Trace Embry | License to ParentWired For Connection with Arlene PellicaneFinding a Healthy Balance
But I’m thinking that with connection to each other there needs to be some balance. So I want to ask you this: “Is it possible to have too much of a good thing?”
Let’s take food for instance. Is it possible to eat too much? Too much chocolate cake may just give you a stomach ache but indulging in that chocolate cake day after day after day. You could really pay the price and I’m not just talking about the scale.
Let’s apply that same thought to o...
2022-03-1428 minMedia Archives - Trace Embry | License to ParentWired For Connection with Arlene PellicaneFinding a Healthy Balance
But I’m thinking that with connection to each other there needs to be some balance. So I want to ask you this: “Is it possible to have too much of a good thing?”
Let’s take food for instance. Is it possible to eat too much? Too much chocolate cake may just give you a stomach ache but indulging in that chocolate cake day after day after day. You could really pay the price and I’m not just talking about the scale.
Let’s apply that same thought to o...
2022-03-1428 minLicense to Parent with Trace EmbryWired For Connection with Arlene PellicaneFinding a Healthy Balance
But I’m thinking that with connection to each other there needs to be some balance. So I want to ask you this: “Is it possible to have too much of a good thing?”
Let’s take food for instance. Is it possible to eat too much? Too much chocolate cake may just give you a stomach ache but indulging in that chocolate cake day after day after day. You could really pay the price and I’m not just talking about the scale.
Let’s apply that same thought to our wired connections to each other. I’m w...
2022-03-1428 min
The Bible2School Podcast with MeredithThe Good and the Bad of Our Kids’ Screen Time with Arlene Pellicane (Episode 14)Has technology taken over the kids around you? Arlene Pellicane, co-author of Screen Kids, is a mom of three children who will help us make sense of the good and bad of our kid's screen time. Her definitions of digital vegetables and digital candy are so practical and helpful!
Ready to pick up some tools to help the child in your life make positive changes to balance screen time and grow relationships? Let's go!
ARLENE PELLICANE is a speaker, host of the Happy Home podcast, and author of several books including Parents Rising, 31 Days to a H...
2021-10-0528 min
Jake and Gino Real Estate EntrepreneursScreen Kids W/ Arlene PellicaneIn this episode, Julia and Gino Barbaro talk with Arlene Pellicane. Arlene is a speaker and author of several books including Screen Kids, Parents Rising, 31 Days to Becoming a Happy Mom, and Calm, Cool and Connected: 5 Digital Habits for a More Balanced Life. Arlene has been featured on the Today Show, Wall Street Journal, Fox & Friends, Focus on the Family, and FamilyLife Today. She's the host of the Happy Home Podcast and regular contributor to Proverbs 31 Ministries. Key insights: 00:00 Introduction 01:15 Why eye-contact is so important 05:10 Effe...
2021-09-2843 min