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Why Teens and Preteens Don’t Listen (and How to Make Them Want To): Dr. Kathy Koch

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24 min·March 4, 2026

About this Episode

Middle schoolers who grunt. Teens glued to screens. You love your kid—but do they feel liked? On Family Life Today, Kathy Koch sits down with Dave Wilson and Ann Wilson to expose performance-driven parenting and show a better way. If you’re tired of comparing, correcting, and panicking about faith, tech, or rebellion—this conversation meets you in the mess and points you toward your child’s heart.

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Learn more about Kathy Koch and her book "Start with the Heart" at celebratekids.com Set sail on the Love Like You Mean It Marri...

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