Chrisley Confessions 2.0 – “Gentle Parenting Debate”
PodcastOne | February 11, 2026
Hosted by Todd and Julie Chrisley
Episode Overview
In this episode of Chrisley Confessions 2.0, Todd and Julie Chrisley dive into the ever-controversial topic of "gentle parenting" and generational shifts in raising children. The couple bounces between their signature candid discussions about health routines, family dynamics, headline-making celebrity drama (the Beckham family rift), and their personal philosophy on discipline and manners at home. As always, the episode balances humor with raw honesty, offering both laughs and genuine family insights.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
1. Health, Wellness, and Instagram Gimmicks
- Bloodwork and Peptide Journeys: Todd and Julie open by discussing their decision to get comprehensive bloodwork done before embarking on peptide supplements and dietary changes. Julie emphasizes the need for medical guidance instead of internet trends.
- “I do think it was the smart thing to do so that we know, like, okay, this is what your body is deficient in … not just taking it because somebody on the Internet says…” – Julie (02:28)
- Todd’s Impulse Internet Shopping: Todd confesses his susceptibility to Instagram health fads, with Julie and Savannah as his reality checks.
- “I’m so bad about Instagram. Savannah has gotten on to me for years … oh, my God, he's back on Instagram.” – Todd (02:53)
2. Family Life: Costco Trips and Juicing
- Costco Chronicles: A humorous take on their trip to Costco for juicing supplies, including an unwilling juicer purchase and celebrity encounters.
- “You cannot just go in there and buy what you went for. That’s just not how it works.” – Julie (04:38)
- Juicing Adventures: Julie and Savannah’s labor-intensive juicing session, complete with Mason jars and finger injuries, is recounted.
- “There was so much produce that I felt like I was driving a produce truck when I left Costco.” – Todd (08:05)
- Household Dynamics: Playful banter about leftover management, fridge space, and refrigerator quirks lead into deeper thoughts on household roles and their evolving family structure.
3. Beckham Family Drama: Public Feuds and Parent/Child Boundaries
- Synopsis of the Beckham Rift: Julie outlines the public spat between Brooklyn Beckham and his parents, focusing on social media accusations and wedding dress drama.
- “There’s three sides to every story … his, hers, and the truth is somewhere in the middle.” – Julie (17:43)
- Todd’s Take: He offers a classic “old-school” viewpoint on gratitude and privacy.
- “You’ve been given everything money can buy. … Stop saying things back to your parents that's going to hurt them.” – Todd (19:49, 21:40)
- David Beckham’s Response: Julie praises David’s composed, high-road answer:
- “But children are allowed to make mistakes. That is how they learn. That is what I try to teach my kids. You sometimes have to let them make those mistakes as well.” – David Beckham, via Todd and Julie (21:09)
4. Generational Parenting Styles: Gentle vs. “Old School”
- Gentle/Soft Parenting Trends: The couple criticizes the popular gentle parenting movement, associating it with a lack of respect and discipline in younger generations.
- “If you say I'm going to gentle parent and basically let my kid do whatever he wants to do, then don’t sit here and cry to me when they out here acting like a crackhead.” – Julie (31:47)
- “This generation that is so weak right now … started doing timeouts. … I had time to bust your ass, get in the car.” – Todd (33:09)
- The Value of Manners and Firm Boundaries: Todd and Julie reflect on how their strict approach earned them respect and appreciation from their now-adult children and from the public.
- “People came up to us and said, ... we’re not gonna lie. When y’all walked in with four kids, we were like, oh, my gosh, our dinner is over. But your children were so well mannered.” – Julie (35:36)
5. Chrisley Family Reflections and Current Life
- From Chaos to Calm: Julie and Todd reminisce about raising multiple children at home and now only having Chloe in the house.
- Changing Attitudes with Grandchildren: The Chrisleys plan to maintain their standards—with some “grandparent allowance” for leniency—but insist their grandchildren will have proper manners.
- “Your child ain't coming in my house and tearing everything up … They’re going to be raised the same way that you were raised.” – Todd (34:15)
- Upcoming Projects: Julie’s cooking segments, participation in "Masked Singer," upcoming travels, and new production projects are teased.
Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments
- On Parenting by Example:
- “No, I didn't. I did time for a crime I didn’t do. But … I want you to do Ian’s podcast because he is such a good kid.” – Todd (41:41)
- On Fame Fatigue:
- “I just did not want to be out in public having to do pictures, having to do all that mess.” – Todd (06:02)
- On Marriage and Partnership:
- “I would rather have one day with you than a million without you.” – Todd (50:08)
- On Gentleness in Parenting:
- “Some of ours would have been in the electric chair by now.” – Julie (34:04)
- On Generational Shifts:
- “There’s just this respect that these younger generations don’t have … just certain things you don’t do.” – Julie (31:13)
Timestamps for Important Segments
- 01:09–03:31 | Supplements, diet, Instagram shopping woes
- 03:53–05:57 | Juicing journey & Costco humor
- 13:48–22:21 | Beckham family feud deep dive & broader reflections on parent/child relations
- 31:47–34:15 | Gentle parenting debate and the importance of discipline
- 35:36–36:53 | Kids’ manners and public recognition stories
- 39:05–40:43 | Parenting one child versus many—family calmness and memories
- 45:01–47:58 | Masked Singer experience and playful duo dynamic
- 48:21–49:50 | Upcoming projects: Julie’s cooking segments and joint work life
Tone & Style
The episode is candid, playful, and occasionally biting, in keeping with the Chrisley signature style. Both hosts expertly weave in family anecdotes, sarcastic asides, and moments of vulnerability, particularly when discussing generational changes in discipline. The chemistry between Todd and Julie keeps the conversation lively and relatable for fans.
This summary captures the heart of the episode—a spirited, honest critique of modern parenting taken through the lens of Chrisley family wisdom—with enough detail to serve listeners and non-listeners alike.