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Practical Advice for Raising Media-Savvy Kids

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Bob Waliszewski

Plugged In's Bob Waliszewski discusses the importance of a strong parental relationship in guiding the media choices of children and offers practical advice on setting entertainment guidelines for the family.

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Bob Waliszewski

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Bob Waliszewski

Bob WaliszewskiBob Waliszewski is the director of Focus on the Family's Plugged In Department, which features the Plugged In website, PluggedIn.com. Waliszewski reaches a large radio audience weekly with his syndicated "Plugged In Movie Reviews" feature, and as an expert culture analyst, he has been interviewed extensively by major media outlets.

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Jim DalyJim Daly is President and Chief Executive Officer of Focus on the Family, a non-profit organization dedicated to nurturing and defending families worldwide. Daly has held several leadership positions for Focus, and has been predominantly involved in the ministry's Public Affairs, Marketing and International efforts.

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John FullerJohn Fuller is vice president of Focus on the Family's Audio and New Media division and co-host of the daily "Focus on the Family" radio program. He also serves on the board of the National Religious Broadcasters and speaks publicly on a variety of family and business topics. John and his wife, Dena, reside in Colorado Springs, Colo., and have six children.

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					1 07/1/11: The Founding of America (Part 2 of 2)Historian David Barton shares fascinating evidence that many of America's Founding Fathers were Christians whose faith guided them in the establishment of our nation and its government. (Part 2 of 2)Learn More >>	2 07/2/11: Weekend Magazine: July 2-3, 2011This weekend: Working through marital issues, educating girls about sex and practical suggestions for keeping kids healthy. Listen in for all that and more!Learn More >>
3	4 07/4/11: A Fascinating Journey Through America's PastDave Stotts, host of the Drive Thru History video series, talks about American history and his passion for making it interesting and exciting, especially for kids. Learn More >>	5 07/5/11: Practical Advice for Raising Media-Savvy KidsPlugged In's Bob Waliszewski discusses the importance of a strong parental relationship in guiding the media choices of children and offers practical advice on setting entertainment guidelines for the family.Learn More >>	6 07/6/11: Nurturing God's Gifts in Your ChildCritically-acclaimed actor Max McLean reflects on how his Christian faith has deepened as a result of his role in a stage production of C.S. Lewis' The Screwtape Letters. In addition, Jim Daly, Dr. Juli Slattery and John Fuller explain how parents can nurture their children's natural talents.Learn More >>	7 07/7/11: Keeping the Romance Sizzling in Your Marriage (Part 1 of 2)Bill and Pam Farrel offer advice for building marital romance and sexual intimacy from their book Red Hot Monogamy: Making Your Marriage Sizzle. (Part 1 of 2)Learn More >>	8 07/8/11: Keeping the Romance Sizzling in Your Marriage (Part 2 of 2)Bill and Pam Farrel offer advice for building marital romance and sexual intimacy from their book Red Hot Monogamy: Making Your Marriage Sizzle. (Part 2 of 2)Learn More >>	9 07/9/11: Weekend Magazine: July 9-10, 2011This weekend: Things you can do to improve your family's health and your marriage! Plus, what parents are doing wrong in child discipline and a heart-warming story about an unexpected adoption. Tune in for all that and more!Learn More >>
10	11 07/11/11: Communicating Without WordsRhea Zakich discusses the emotional and spiritual struggles she experienced in losing her voice for several months and shares the important lessons she learned about communication which inspired her to create the popular board game The Ungame. Learn More >>	12 07/12/11: Navigating Through the Challenges of Moving (Part 1 of 2)Susan Miller explains how women can handle the emotional impact of moving and offers encouragement and advice from her book After the Boxes Are Unpacked: Moving On After Moving In. (Part 1 of 2)Learn More >>	13 07/13/11: Navigating Through the Challenges of Moving (Part 2 of 2)Susan Miller explains how women can handle the emotional impact of moving and offers encouragement and advice from her book After the Boxes Are Unpacked: Moving On After Moving In. (Part 2 of 2)Learn More >>	14 07/14/11: Finding Hope After My Darkest Day (Part 1 of 2)Speaker Kristen Anderson tells her gripping story of how, as a depressed teenager, she attempted suicide by lying down in front of an oncoming railroad train. She explains how she survived and how her life was transformed when she found hope in Jesus Christ. (Part 1 of 2)Learn More >>	15 07/15/11: Finding Hope After My Darkest Day (Part 2 of 2)Speaker Kristen Anderson tells her gripping story of how, as a depressed teenager, she attempted suicide by lying down in front of an oncoming railroad train. She explains how she survived and how her life was transformed when she found hope in Jesus Christ. (Part 2 of 2)Learn More >>	16 07/16/11: Weekend Magazine: July 16-17, 2011This weekend: How having the right attitude can make all the difference in marriage, working through parent-child conflict and the dangerous link between TV and childhood obesity. Listen in for all that and more!Learn More >>
17	18 07/18/11: The Katinas: Family, Faith and Life on the RoadContemporary Christian music group The Katinas discuss their music ministry, the importance of family and the power of God in healing relationships.Learn More >>	19 07/19/11: The Challenges of Parenting Teens (Part 1 of 2)Robert Barnes, one of the experts featured on Focus on the Family's Essentials of Parenting DVD series, offers advice on dealing with the challenges of raising teens. (Part 1 of 2)Learn More >>	20 07/20/11: The Challenges of Parenting Teens (Part 2 of 2)Robert Barnes, one of the experts featured on Focus on the Family's Essentials of Parenting DVD series, offers advice on dealing with the challenges of raising teens. (Part 2 of 2)Learn More >>	21 07/21/11: Friendship or Flirtation? Danger Signs for Couples (Part 1 of 2)The Rev. Dave Carder explains how couples can guard against inappropriate intimacy in relationships outside the marriage. (Part 1 of 2)Learn More >>	22 07/22/11: Friendship or Flirtation? Danger Signs for Couples (Part 2 of 2)The Rev. Dave Carder explains how couples can guard against inappropriate intimacy in relationships outside the marriage. (Part 2 of 2)Learn More >>	23 07/23/11: Weekend Magazine: July 23-24, 2011This weekend: How a baby changes a marriage, help for moms struggling with guilt and what families need to know about ADHD. Tune in for all that and more!Learn More >>
24	25 07/25/11: Building a Cross-Centered MarriageAuthor Joe White speaks to men about developing sacrificial love and selflessness in marriage.Learn More >>	26 07/26/11: Finding Your True Potential in Life (Part 1 of 2)Patrick Henry Hughes tells his inspirational story of overcoming severe physical disabilities to achieve his aspirations as a musician. (Part 1 of 2)Learn More >>	27 07/27/11: Finding Your True Potential in Life (Part 2 of 2)Patrick Henry Hughes tells his inspirational story of overcoming severe physical disabilities to achieve his aspirations as a musician. (Part 2 of 2)Learn More >>	28 07/28/11: The Blessing of Raising a Large Family (Part 1 of 2)Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar, who are parents with 19 children, discuss the challenges and joys of raising a large family. (Part 1 of 2)Learn More >>	29 07/29/11: The Blessing of Raising a Large Family (Part 2 of 2)Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar, who are parents with 19 children, discuss the challenges and joys of raising a large family. (Part 2 of 2)Learn More >>	30 07/30/11: Weekend Magazine: July 30-31, 2011This weekend: The dangers of "emotional parenting," financial conflict in marriage and a lesson in courage for today's families. Listen in for all that and more!Learn More >>
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