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Girl Mom Podcast
Hosted by Kari Kampakis · EN
Girls today face unprecedented challenges - and so do their parents. From anxiety, loneliness, and depression to struggles with friendships, body image, and self-worth, it's a perfect storm of challenges. For girl moms, big questions have emerged: How can we help them thrive? How can we offer hope, wisdom, calm, and strength? In this podcast, Kari Kampakis, a mom of 4 girls and author of 6 books, unites women who aim to be strong mothers raising empowered daughters. Addressing modern-day issues through the lens of faith, Kari helps mothers feel less alone, more encouraged, and more equipped to build strong relationships.
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Ep. 107: When Life Gets Heavy - and You're Clinging to Your Faith (with Dana Wolter)
Today00:57:52Tap to summarizeNothing will change your life faster than learning you have cancer. And, nothing will draw you closer to God than leaning on Him when life feels very dark. Join Kari as she talks to her sister, Dana Wolter, about her 2022 diagnosis of stage-four Non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma and how inspired her new coffee table book, The Elegance and Comfort of Home. o Follow Dana on Instagram or order her new book, The Elegance and Comfort of Homeo Join Kari on Substack, Instagram, or Facebook; Sign Up for Kari's email listo Kari's Bestselling Book for Girl Moms Is Your Daughter Ready?o Kari's Bestselling Devo for Teen & College Girls: Yours, Not Hers: 40 Devotions to Stop Comparisons and Love Your Lifeo Kari’s Books: Love Her Well, More Than a Mom, 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know and Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?
Transcribe →Ep. 107: I’m Catholic, He’s Greek Orthodox. Here’s How We Make it Work (with Harry Kampakis)
3w ago00:44:16Tap to summarizeAs both the Catholic Church and the Eastern Orthodox Church have seen a huge surge of young adults converting in recent years, Kari and Harry have fielded many questions from people interested in learning more about their faith. In this episode, they share the backstory of their spiritual journey, how it's evolved, and their big hope for the future. Ep. 107 Show Notes: o Favorite Podcasts: The Bible in a Year, The Catechism in a Year, Father Evan Armatas, Word on Fire, Live with the Louhs, The Arenao Hallow Appo Father Mike Schmitz on Catholic + Orthodox Common Ground on the Eucharist - “Pray for the unity of Christians, that one day, what divides us as Christians, may be overcome by what unites us as Christians.”o "Pope Leo XIV attends the Divine Liturgy at the Patriarchal Church of Saint George in Istanbul, and joins Patriarch Bartholomew I to underscore the bonds that unite us in our Christian faith and the continuing efforts to seek full communion"o Join Kari on Substack, Instagram, or Facebook; Sign Up for Kari's email listo Kari's Bestselling Book for Moms: Is Your Daughter Ready?o Kari's Bestselling Devo for Teen & College Girls: Yours, Not Hers: 40 Devotions to Stop Comparisons and Love Your Lifeo Kari’s Books: Love Her Well, More Than a Mom, 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know and Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?
Transcribe →Ep. 106: Starting a Bible Club for Your Child + Their Friends (with Kathy Anderson)
Mar 3000:44:21Tap to summarizeIt's a well-known statistic that 85% of people who place their faith in Jesus Christ as their Savior do so between the ages of 4 to 14. Knowing this increases the urgency for ministries to work in tandem to bring the Gospel to children before the teenage years. Join Kari as she talks to Kathy Anderson, a Mountain Brook grandmother who has led Bible Studies for children for 40+ years and equips the moms behind her to carry on the torch.Ep. 105 Show Notes: o Contact Kathy at kda21kda21@gmail.como Contact Bible Club Ministries at bibleclubministries@gmail.como Footsteps of Faith Bible Study Curriculum (from BCM International)o Join Kari on Substack, Instagram, or Facebook; Sign Up for Kari's email listo Kari's Bestselling Book for Girl Moms Is Your Daughter Ready?o Kari's Bestselling Devo for Teen & College Girls: Yours, Not Hers: 40 Devotions to Stop Comparisons and Love Your Lifeo Kari’s Books: Love Her Well, More Than a Mom, 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know and Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?
Transcribe →Ep. 105: The Soft Skills that Help Your Child Succeed (with Cynthia Yanoff)
Mar 1700:39:17Tap to summarizeIn today's world of superstars, having a stellar resume isn't enough. Whether your child is applying for a job, grad school, or another opportunity, they'll always be up against equally talented (or more talented) candidates. What's often the deciding factor in who gets selected are those soft skills that can be taught in school yet are very evident once you talk to someone. Join Kari and Cynthia Yanoff for another conversation about helping your child become their best self.Ep. 105 Show Notes: o Find Cynthia on Instagram and MESSmerized Podcast, Order Her New Book How'd I Miss That?o Kari's Bestselling Book for Girl Moms Is Your Daughter Ready?o Kari's Bestselling Devo for Teen & College Girls: Yours, Not Hers: 40 Devotions to Stop Comparisons and Love Your Lifeo Join Kari on Substack, Instagram, or Facebook; Sign Up for Kari's email listo Kari’s Books: Love Her Well, More Than a Mom, 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know and Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?
Transcribe →Ep. 104: Dating Advice from a Boy Mom + Girl Mom Perspective (with Cynthia Yanoff)
Mar 1300:48:02Tap to summarizeOne thing most girls don’t realize about boys is how much courage it takes to ask someone out. And one thing most boys don't realize about girls is how they need consistency in a relationship - not someone who starts off strong and then quits making effort once they're dating. Join Kari and the always hilarious Cynthia Yanoff for a fun discussion about helping your child navigate today's dating landscape.Ep. 104 Show Notes: o Find Cynthia on Instagram and MESSmerized Podcast, Order Her New Book How'd I Miss That?o Kari's Bestselling Book for Girl Moms Is Your Daughter Ready?o Kari's Bestselling Devo for Teen & College Girls: Yours, Not Hers: 40 Devotions to Stop Comparisons and Love Your Lifeo Join Kari on Substack, Instagram, or Facebook; Sign Up for Kari's email listo Kari’s Books: Love Her Well, More Than a Mom, 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know and Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?
Transcribe →Ep. 103: Why Camp Friends are So Valuable (with Missy and Loren Jane Roper of Camp Hollymont)
Feb 200:36:28Tap to summarizeWe all need our happy place, a special setting that feels like home, and for thousands of girls over the past 40+ years, Camp Hollymont has been that place. Join Kari as she talks to Missy and Loren Jane Roper about the confidence and growth in faith, friendships, and character that happens as girls find a home away from home at this beloved Christian camp.Ep. 103 Show Notes: o Learn More About Camp Hollymonto Follow Camp Hollymont on Instagram o Find Missy and Loren Jane on Instagramo Kari's Bestselling Book for Girl Moms Is Your Daughter Ready?o Kari's Bestselling Devo for Teen & College Girls: Yours, Not Hers: 40 Devotions to Stop Comparisons and Love Your Lifeo Join Kari on Substack, Instagram, or Facebook; Sign Up for Kari's email listo Kari’s Books: Love Her Well, More Than a Mom, 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know and Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?
Transcribe →Ep. 102: Encouragement for Grandparents - and Leaving a Legacy that Lasts (with Patti Remmert)
Jan 600:58:28Tap to summarizeAs children today face epidemic levels of anxiety, depression, and loneliness, we need more grandparents stepping up to plate. Grandparents who love them well, pass on their faith, and share their hard-earned wisdom. Join Kari as she interviews Patti Remmert, a quintessential grandmother with a huge heart for families and a solid understanding of what matters most in life. Ep. 102 Show Notes: o Follow Patti Remmert on Instagram o Kari's New Book for Moms Is Your Daughter Ready?o Kari's New Devo for Teen & College Girls: Yours, Not Hers: 40 Devotions to Stop Comparisons and Love Your Lifeo Join Kari on Substack, Instagram, or Facebook; Sign Up for Kari's email listo Kari’s Books: Love Her Well, More Than a Mom, 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know and Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?
Transcribe →Ep. 101: Raising Girls Who Know Jesus Christ (with Pamela Phipps of Grace House)
Dec 1600:57:20Tap to summarizeTrue confidence comes from God - and knowing your identity in Christ. At Birmingham's Grace House Ministries, girls in foster care are given stable Christian homes that create transformational change and help them break generational cycles of poverty and abuse. Join Kari as she speaks with Pamela Phipps, Executive Director of Grace House, as she shares the vision of founder Lois Coleman to develop mature and godly girls and offers insights to help parents raise godly girls as well.Year-end donations to Grace House can be made here.Ep. 101 Show Notes:o Donate to Grace House Ministries or learn more hereo Contribute to Grace House Christmas Wish Listo Volunteer at Grace House, email Jacquelyn at jguhl@grace-house o Grace House Wish Lists: Everyday Essential Wish List, School Day Essential Wish List, New Girl Essential Wish Listo Kari's New Book for Moms Is Your Daughter Ready?o Kari's New Devo for Teen & College Girls: Yours, Not Hers: 40 Devotions to Stop Comparisons and Love Your Lifeo Join Kari on Substack, Instagram, or Facebook; Sign Up for Kari's email listo Kari’s Books: Love Her Well, More Than a Mom, 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know and Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?
Transcribe →Ep. 100: The Miraculous Journey of Lulu Gribbin, a Survivor of a Shark Attack (with Guests Ellie and Ann Blair Gribbin)
Dec 1100:50:11Tap to summarizeLulu Gribbin's survival story began on June 7, 2024. While diving for sand dollars with friends on Florida's Gulf Coast, she was attacked by a bull shark, severing her left hand and part of her right leg. After waking up from surgery, Lulu's first words were "I MADE IT" and this statement has set the tone for Lulu's miraculous journey of recovery, strength, and tenacity.Join Kari as she talks to this remarkable young lady about her story, her comeback, and her new Lulu Strong Foundation, created to support other amputees through research, technology, and prosthetics. Find the link in the show notes, and consider giving to this amazing cause as you make your end-of-the-year charitable gifts. Ep. 100 Show Notes:o Find Lulu Gribbin on Instagram and LTK, Find Ellie Gibbin on Instagram and Ann Blair Gribbin on Instagramo Lulu Gribbin is Southern Living's 2025 Southerner of the Yearo Donate to The Lulu Strong Foundation, www.https://lulustrong.com/o Watch Lulu's Interview on Good Morning Americao Kari's New Book for Moms Is Your Daughter Ready?o Kari's New Devo for Teen & College Girls: Yours, Not Hers: 40 Devotions to Stop Comparisons and Love Your Lifeo Join Kari on Substack, Instagram, or Facebook; Sign Up for Kari's email listo Kari’s Books: Love Her Well, More Than a Mom, 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know and Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?
Transcribe →Ep. 99: Living with an Eternal Mindset (with Bryson Kessler, Owner of Clover and Bee)
Nov 501:03:49Tap to summarizeDo you ever feel overwhelmed by the intense sadness and pain in our world? How do you navigate heartbreak and disappointment without losing hopel? Join Kari as she talks to Bryson Kessler, who recently lost her sister, about what it means to fight the good fight and fix your eyes on heaven. Ep. 99 Show Notes:o Find Bryson on Instagram at Clover and Bee and Honey for Your Hearto Beth's Playlist o Kari's New Book for Moms Is Your Daughter Ready?o Kari's New Devo for Teen & College Girls: Yours, Not Hers: 40 Devotions to Stop Comparisons and Love Your Lifeo Join Kari on Substack, Instagram, or Facebook; Sign Up for Kari's email listo Kari’s Books: Love Her Well, More Than a Mom, 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know and Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?
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