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.

For first time-time moms, the decision about whether to stay at home or go back to work is a tough one. Heck, it's a tough one whether you’re a first-time mom or you have four kids. It's an issue that women are talking about and writing about on a site devoted to women's stories. We'll talk with one of it's editors, Caroline Wilbert, about the site and how women can find advice and support.

For more information visit: www.familymattersradio.com

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Category: podcasts -- posted at: 11:49 AM
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We'll find out the characteristics women need in order to successfully manage a career and a family with LPGA Hall of Fame Golfer Juli Inkster.

For more information visit: www.familymattersradio.com

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Category: podcasts -- posted at: 11:42 AM
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Thinking of starting your own business? We'll get tips on everything from financing to writing your own business plan and recruiting a team to help you succeed.
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Category: podcasts -- posted at: 5:42 PM
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Maybe it's Cashmere Mafia or Lipstick Jungle, maybe it's the economy. But suddenly, housewives are "desperate" to join the workforce. We'll tell you why so many moms who once opted-out are now opting-in and how this movement might make it easier for women to juggle the demands of work and family life.
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Category: podcasts -- posted at: 5:33 PM
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Do you worry about your child drinking alcohol or taking illegal drugs? Most parents do. But alcohol and pot are no longer the drugs of choice for many teens and college students. And experts warn it's mom and dad's medicine cabinet you need to be concerned about.  We'll talk with investigative reporter Kelly O'Meara, author of Psyched Out. Part 1

For more informaiton visit: www.familymattersradio.com

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Category: podcasts -- posted at: 5:28 PM
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Do you worry about your child drinking alcohol or taking illegal drugs? Most parents do. But alcohol and pot are no longer the drugs of choice for many teens and college students. And experts warn it's mom and dad's medicine cabinet you need to be concerned about.  We'll talk with investigative reporter Kelly O'Meara, author of Psyched Out. Part 2

For more information visit: www.familymattersradio.com

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Category: podcasts -- posted at: 5:20 PM
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Tired of yo-yo dieting, self-deprivation, and unhealthy eating?  Want to lose weight, get fit, and stay that way for the rest of your life? You'll hear the inspiring story of Tosca Reno who weighed over 200 pounds in her twenties, gave birth to three children, and ended up a swimsuit model in her forties!
For more information visit: www.familymattersradio.com

Direct download: fm_4-13-08_hr_1_seg_3_pc.mp3
Category: podcasts -- posted at: 1:22 PM
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Tired of yo-yo dieting, self-deprivation, and unhealthy eating?  Want to lose weight, get fit, and stay that way for the rest of your life? You'll hear the inspiring story of Tosca Reno who weighed over 200 pounds in her twenties, gave birth to three children, and ended up a swimsuit model in her forties!

For more information visit www.familymattersradio.com

Direct download: fm_4-13-08_hr_1_seg_4_pc.mp3
Category: podcasts -- posted at: 1:11 PM
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Remember when moms would turn to Dr.Spock for advice? Well, many still do, but there is a great new way that moms are connecting with each other, sharing stories and information, and getting organized and we'll tell you all about it with Carrie Pacini from opmom.com. And, we'll find out how Family Matters Radio listeners can join the conversation.
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Category: podcasts -- posted at: 12:11 PM
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Would you let a complete stranger walk into your home and advise your kids on how to eat, how to dress and how to think? Heck no! So why are you letting TV do it? We'll get tips on how to teach your kid to watch TV like a critic.

For more information visit: www.familymattersradio.com

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Category: podcasts -- posted at: 2:13 PM
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Would you let a complete stranger walk into your home and advise your kids on how to eat, how to dress and how to think? Heck no! So why are you letting TV do it? We'll get tips on how to teach your kid to watch TV like a critic.

For more information visit: www.familymattersradio.com

Direct download: fm_4-13-08_hr_2_seg_4_pc.mp3
Category: podcasts -- posted at: 1:55 PM
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Do you need life insurance? And if so, how much and what kind?  We'll get those answers and more with Dr. Marjorie Keymer, Chief Medical Director of Genworth Financial - Life Insurance.

For more information visit www.familymattersradio.com or www.genworth.com

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Category: podcasts -- posted at: 1:40 PM
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Do you and your spouse fight about money? We'll find out how to end the conflict and obtain financial and marital bliss with Jenifer Madson, author of A Financial Minute.

For more information visit: www.familymattersradio.com

or www.genworth.com

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Category: podcasts -- posted at: 11:57 AM
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Are you worried about what your children are doing on the Internet? Feel like you can't control what your children do and see once they got online? Caroline and Jacquie will get important tips you how you can protect your kids from online predators and cyberspace bullies with Steve Cross from Guardian Software. Part 1

For more information visit: www.familymattersradio.com

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Category: podcasts -- posted at: 11:52 AM
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 Are you worried about what your children are doing on the Internet? Feel like you can't control what your children do and see once they got online? Caroline and Jacquie will get important tips you how you can protect your kids from online predators and cyberspace bullies with Steve Cross from Guardian Software.

For more information visit: www.familymattersradio.com

Direct download: fm_4-6-08_hr_1_seg_2_pc.mp3
Category: podcasts -- posted at: 11:38 AM
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Can one person really make a difference? We'll tell you the story of a young woman who is building a village for a group of young orphans and how she's inspiring others to do the same.

For more information visit: www.familymattersradio.com

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Category: podcasts -- posted at: 10:39 AM
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Do you feel like Dr. Jekyll… or Mrs. Hyde? Well, if you're a Moody Mom we've got some simple ways to help you feel better inside and out … and it doesn't include taking an anti-depressant.

For more information visit: www.familymattersradio.com

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Category: podcasts -- posted at: 12:04 PM
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Do you feel like Dr. Jekyll… or Mrs. Hyde? Well, if you're a Moody Mom we've got some simple ways to help you feel better inside and out … and it doesn't include taking an anti-depressant.
For more information visit: www.familymattersradio.com
Direct download: fm_3-30-08_hr_2_seg_4_pc.mp3
Category: podcasts -- posted at: 11:56 AM
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