Family Matters Radio is an informative, entertaining and inspiring talk radio program focused on issues concerning women and families. FMR features nationally-known experts, best-selling authors, newsmakers and celebrities in friendly conversation, sharing expert advice to help us all raise healthy families and special insight on the experience of being a woman in today's world. Developed and hosted by broadcast media veterans and long-time friends Caroline Kruse and Jacquie Chakirelis, the program is celebrating its 10th year on the air on both AM and FM stations around the country and via podcasts internationally.
Jacquie and Caroline talk about news you can use and what's coming up on this week's program.
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There is nothing like a vacation to bring the family closer together. The fun, the adventure, the relaxation, the discovery of new and exotic destinations.  And then reality sets in - the stress, the anxiety, the planning, the organizing, the scheduling and you say to yourself "Am I just better off staying home?"  Jacquie and Caroline help you plan the ultimate family vacation with Emily Kaufman, author of The Travel Mom's Ultimate Book of Family Travel.

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Category: podcasts -- posted at: 3:04 PM
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Jacquie and Caroline continue their conversation with Emily Kaufman, author of The Travel Mom's Ultimate Book of Family Travel.

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Category: podcasts -- posted at: 2:58 PM
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When your husband comes in the house does he ever walk over the laundry basket or by the sink full of dirty dishes and doesn’t seem to notice? Or how about when he puts mismatched socks on the kids? Do you ever ask yourself "What could he be thinking?" Caroline and Jacquie talk with Michael Gurian, author of What Could he Be Thinking?

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Category: podcasts -- posted at: 2:48 PM
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Jacquie and Caroline talk about what women find more painful than dental surgery.

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Category: podcasts -- posted at: 2:35 PM
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Caroline and Jacquie talk about new research that finds sleeping issues in children can cause behavioral problems. Also what's coming up on the show.
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Category: podcasts -- posted at: 11:51 AM
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In a world that is increasingly filled with materialism, as well as rage, violence, and blatant self-interest, how can parents instill qualities like compassion, courage, kindness and respect in their children? Zoe Weil, will share lessons from her book Above All, Be Kind: Raising a Humane Child in Challenging Times
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Category: podcasts -- posted at: 11:49 AM
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Caroline and Jacquie continue their conversation with Zoe Weil, about lessons from her book Above All, Be Kind: Raising a Humane Child in Challenging Times.

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Category: podcasts -- posted at: 11:44 AM
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At some point in our lives most of us go through losses that put at risk our ability to move forward with hope and energy. Whether it’s an illness, a death, the loss of a home or job, we all need to regain our feeling that life makes sense. Caroline and Jacquie talk  with best-selling author Mira Kirshenbaum about her book Everything Happens for a Reason to try to find the true meaning of the events in our lives.
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Category: podcasts -- posted at: 11:40 AM
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Caroline and Jacquie continue their conversation with best-selling author Mira Kirshenbaum about her book Everything Happens for a Reason.
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Category: podcasts -- posted at: 11:36 AM
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Caroline and Jacquie talk about a new research that finds marriage can affect the way you age.
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Category: podcasts -- posted at: 11:14 AM
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Caroline and Jacquie talk about a new poll about who gets more respect the family dog or Dad? Plus today's program guide.
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Category: podcasts -- posted at: 7:24 PM
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No parent wants to put their child on medications, but a diagnosis of ADHD, ADD or OCD can be difficult for any parent to understand and control. But what if there was a natural alternative? Jacquie and Caroline talk with Dr. Robert DeMaria, author of Dr. Bob's Guide to Stop ADHD in 18 Days.
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Category: podcasts -- posted at: 7:22 PM
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Caroline and Jacquie continue their conversation with Dr. Robert DeMaria, author of Dr. Bob's Guide to Stop ADHD in 18 Days.
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Category: podcasts -- posted at: 7:17 PM
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Does your mom drive you crazy with her nit-picking and negative comments? Are you doing the same thing to your daughter? Caroline and Jacquie explore the complicated relationship between mothers and their daughters when they talk with best-selling author Deborah Tannen about her new book You're Wearing That? Understanding Mothers and Daughters in Conversation.
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Category: podcasts -- posted at: 7:06 PM
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Jacquie and Caroline continue their conversation with Deborah Tannen about her new book You're Wearing That? Understanding Mothers and Daughters in Conversation.

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Category: podcasts -- posted at: 7:02 PM
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Jacquie and Caroline talk about a women who has become a celebrity for getting caught on camera driving and doing something that most women have done at one time or another.
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Category: podcasts -- posted at: 6:31 PM
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Jacquie and Caroline talk about the new premium costs for airline travel.

Plus, what you'll hear on today's show.

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Category: podcasts -- posted at: 3:07 PM
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Are you one of those superwomen? Taking care of the kids, the house, maybe your husband and aging parents too? This frantic lifestyle could be harming your health. We'll find out how to slow down the pace with Debbie Mandel, author of Changing Habits.

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Category: podcasts -- posted at: 3:04 PM
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Jacquie and Caroline continue their conversation with Debbie Mandel, author of Changing Habits.

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Category: podcasts -- posted at: 3:01 PM
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One million children are affected by divorce each year. It is clear that the problem of divorce is not going away. However, contrary to widespread belief, this does not mean that the children of divorced parents are headed for trouble or destined to make the same mistakes their parents made. Caroline and Jacquie talk with Dr. Robert Emery, author of The Truth About Children and Divorce about help for families to deal with the emotions of divorce so everyone can survive and thrive.
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Category: podcasts -- posted at: 2:54 PM
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Jacquie and Caroline continue their conversation with Dr. Robert Emery, author of The Truth About Children and Divorce.
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Category: podcasts -- posted at: 2:52 PM
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Caroline and Jacquie talk about which color car you drive is the safest.
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Category: podcasts -- posted at: 2:49 PM
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