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.
Who was the best? Who talked too much? Who made us cry? Find out who Jacquie and Caroline thought were the best and the worst guest on Family Matters Radio.
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Category: podcasts -- posted at: 11:33 AM
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Stop! Before you go out to buy one more gift for your kids this year, listen to what Juliet Schor, author of "Born to Buy" has to say about kids who get too much.

 

 

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Category: podcasts -- posted at: 11:23 AM
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 Jacquie and Caroline continue their conversation with Juliet Schor, author of "Born to Buy."
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Category: podcasts -- posted at: 11:11 AM
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 From Advent wreaths to holly to caroling and even Santa Claus,  Caroline and Jacquie find outhow our cherished holiday traditions took root and grew when we talk with award-winning author Ace Collins about his fascinating book Stories Behind the Great Traditions of Christmas.
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Category: podcasts -- posted at: 12:44 PM
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 Jacquie and Caroline continue their conversation about how our holiday traditions took root and grew with Ace Collins author of Stories Behind the Great Traditions of Christmas.
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Category: podcasts -- posted at: 12:31 PM
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Caroline reveals how much you would pay if you wanted to buy all the gifts for your true love from the infamous Christmas carol "The Twelve Days of Christmas."
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Category: podcasts -- posted at: 12:17 PM
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A look back on ten years of Family Matters Radio. Plus, Jacquie and Caroline announce a contest just for listeners.
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Category: podcasts -- posted at: 11:08 AM
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Jacquie and Caroline talk with Ann McGrath about the U.S. News latest guide to the best colleges. We'll get the lowdown on acceptance rates, choosing the right school and finding help to finance your child's dream college.

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Category: podcasts -- posted at: 10:55 AM
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Caroline and Jacquie continue their conversation with Ann McGrath about how to help your child get into their dream college and how you can afford it.
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Category: podcasts -- posted at: 10:34 AM
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 Do you feel guilty when your friend wants you to attend another home party to buy stuff you don't need? Or, does an out-of-town relative suddenly want you to clear your calendar for an unexpected visit? Caroline and Jacquie chat with Susan Newman about some of the 250 short, dramatic scenes that demonstrate workable techniques for helping you to stop people pleasing from her new book, "The Book of NO!" A must-listen for every overwhelmed yes women.
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Category: podcasts -- posted at: 10:15 AM
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Caroline and Jacquie continue their conversation with Susan Newman author of  "The Book of NO: 250 Ways to Say It—and Mean It and Stop People-Pleasing Forever."
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Category: podcasts -- posted at: 9:56 AM
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Jacquie and Caroline talk about the findings of a new study that reveals how many hours Mom's log to create the perfect Christmas celebration for their families.
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On this edition of FMR Plus, we find out about the benefits of natural ingredients for skin care.

 

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Category: podcasts -- posted at: 10:27 AM
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 A healthy baby is every parent's priority. Prenatal care is the first step to assuring your baby a lifetime of good health. You carefully watched everything you ate and drank when you were pregnant. But are you watching what’s in the baby food you’re buying? 

Did you know that leading manufacturers of meals for babies six months and older often replace real food with water and thickening agents?

Caroline talks with representatives of Vita-mix on how to make healthy baby food at home. 

Find out more by visiting: http://www.vitamix.com/healthybaby

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Jacquie and Caroline talk about the inside secrets to finding shopping bargins online and find out what's coming up on the show this week.

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Category: podcasts -- posted at: 10:17 AM
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Almost 52% of parents say their stress levels go up during the holidays and many of us rank the holiday season more stressful than our last job interview, asking for a raise, getting a speeding ticket or going to the dentist. Bah humbug! Jacquie and Caroline find out how to survive holiday stress with Dr. Kathleen Hall, founder of The Stress Institute, and author of Alter Your Life: Overbooked? Overworked? Overwhelmed?
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Category: podcasts -- posted at: 10:09 AM
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Jacquie and Caroline find out how to survive holiday stress with Dr. Kathleen Hall, founder of The Stress Institute, and author of Alter Your Life: Overbooked? Overworked? Overwhelmed?
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Category: podcasts -- posted at: 9:56 AM
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Jacquie and Caroline talk about a new study that benefits women's heart health.
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Category: podcasts -- posted at: 9:22 AM
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Caroline and Jacquie give you the holiday calorie countdown and preview this week's show.
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Category: podcasts -- posted at: 11:11 AM
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 Is your child a computer geek? Should you be proud or worried? There could be a correlation between computer use and this mild developmental disorder. Caroline and Jacquie talk about the connection with psychologist Susan Ashley, author of The Asperger's Answer Book.
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Category: podcasts -- posted at: 10:59 AM
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Caroline and Jacquie talk with Dr.Greg Baer, author of Real Love in Marriage to find out why couples really fight, do thoughtless and selfish things, and how to find true love in your relationship.
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Category: podcasts -- posted at: 10:32 AM
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Jacquie and Caroline talk about a new study that reveals a healthy, natural way to fall asleep faster.
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Category: podcasts -- posted at: 10:06 AM
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