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“The Lisa Show” is hosted by Lisa Valentine Clark–a comedian, actress, writer, believer, and mother of five. Her nationally-syndicated, award-winning podcast can be found on all streaming platforms.
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Keep Your Brain Young: Small Habits That Protect Your Memory | Dr. Marc Milstein
Season 2026 · Episode 35
Tuesday, September 1, 2026 • Duration 35:34
What if the choices you make every day could help keep your brain healthier as you age? Dr. Marc Milstein, author of The Age-Proof Brain, joins Lisa to explore what neuroscience can teach us about protecting our memory and cognitive health. You don't have to overhaul your life overnight. Sometimes adding a few healthy habits is enough to make a difference.
For more of Dr. Marc Milstein's work, including his podcast, be sure to check out his website: https://www.drmarcmilstein.com/podcast
Are We Raising Entitled Kids? How to Curb the Entitlement Epidemic | Amy McCready
Season 2026 · Episode 34
Tuesday, August 25, 2026 • Duration 32:01
It’s easy to unintentionally raise entitled kids, especially when we’re trying to give them more than we had growing up. Amy McCready joins Lisa to talk about what entitlement looks like at every age, how parents may be contributing to it without realizing it, and how we can foster gratitude, responsibility, and independence (even with our adult children).
For more of Amy's work as well as her books be sure to check out her website: https://amymccready.com/
You can find Amy's podcast here: https://www.positiveparentingsolutions.com/parenting-expert-amy-mccready/
For Amy's list of age appropriate family contributions, check out this link:https://learning.positiveparentingsolutions.com/chores
Stop Going Through the Motions: Finding Joy in Sacred Practices | Cali Black
Season 2026 · Episode 33
Tuesday, August 18, 2026 • Duration 28:14
Even the practices that once brought us joy and connection can start to feel stale or overwhelming over time. Cali Black joins Lisa to talk about how we can rediscover meaning in scripture study, prayer, Sabbath observance, and other nourishing practices by letting go of perfectionism and returning to our “why.”
For more of Cali's work be sure to check out her website and Instagram:
https://comefollowmestudy.com/podcast/
https://www.instagram.com/comefollowmestudy
Why Rejection Doesn’t Have to Hurt | Jia Jiang
Season 2026 · Episode 32
Tuesday, August 11, 2026 • Duration 29:28
Rejection stings--whether it’s a missed opportunity, an unanswered email, or a dream that doesn’t work out the way we hoped. Lisa talks with bestselling author and entrepreneur Jia Jiang about learning to embrace rejection and transforming fear into confidence.
For more of Jia's work be sure to check out his website: https://www.jiajiang.com/
Check out Jia's books here:
https://www.jiajiang.com/easydiscipline
https://www.amazon.com/Rejection-Proof-Became-Invincible-Through/dp/080414138X
00:00 Intro
02:16 Jia's Journey to Finding Passion
04:49 Discovering Rejection Therapy
08:36 The Olympic Donut Turning Point
12:11 Lessons from 100 Days of Rejection
18:01 Generosity, Kids & Finding True Purpose
Finding Passion and Purpose in Every Season | Jenedy Paige
Season 2026 · Episode 31
Tuesday, August 4, 2026 • Duration 35:05
We’re bringing this inspiring conversation back from the Lisa Show vault because many of us find ourselves searching for renewed purpose or wondering what’s next in life. Lisa sits down with award-winning artist and American Ninja Warrior competitor Jenedy Paige to talk about the winding path that led her to her current pursuits. Jenedy shares three practical ideas to help you discover greater passion and purpose in your own life.
00:00 Intro
02:16 Lisa's Journey to Finding Passion
04:19 Jenedy Paige, The "Art Ninja"
06:29 Jenedy's Journey to American Ninja Warrior
16:29 Losing Her Son and Finding Healing Through Art
24:19 Three Tips for Finding Passion and Purpose
Originally aired Sep 3, 2024
Connecting with Teens: 3 Simple Ways to Build Trust | Kirby Heyborne
Season 2026 · Episode 30
Tuesday, July 28, 2026 • Duration 28:31
We’re bringing this conversation back from the Lisa Show vault because having strong relationships with the teenagers in our lives is something parents, grandparents, and mentors all want. Lisa sits down with Kirby Heyborne to discuss three simple principles that can help foster trust, improve communication, and strengthen your connection with the teens in your life.
00:00 Intro
02:14 Lisa's Teaching Story
08:13 Introducing Kirby Heyborne
11:03 Getting Out of the Way
12:35 The Yes-And Technique
27:56 Outro & Credits
Originally aired Jul 23, 2024
ADHD: Finding More Hope and Less Shame | Becca Hurley Luong
Season 2026 · Episode 29
Tuesday, July 21, 2026 • Duration 28:42
We’re bringing this important conversation back from The Lisa Show vault because not only do so many people continue to navigate ADHD and the challenges that come with it, but we've experienced firsthand the power of this conversation, both for people with ADHD and for their loved ones. Lisa sits down with producer Becca Hurley Luong to talk about her experience receiving an ADHD diagnosis as an adult, working through the shame that often surrounds it, and finding practical strategies for more hope, understanding, and progress.
Originally aired Sep 24, 2024
(0:00) Intro
(3:47) Meet Becca Hurley
(5:03) Becca's ADHD Diagnosis Story
(12:04) The ADHD Tax
(14:34) Hacks and Habits for ADHD
(19:29) "That Would Be Nice"
(23:17) Supporting Kids with ADHD
Finding Real Happiness Beyond Toxic Positivity | Hank Smith
Season 2026 · Episode 28
Tuesday, July 14, 2026 • Duration 35:03
This record-breaking episode of The Lisa Show is back from the vault with its critical advice for intentionally boosting your happiness, mindset, and emotional well-being. Author, professor, and speaker Hank Smith joins Lisa to explore what truly creates lasting happiness and joy. Together, they discuss habits that shape our perception of joy and fulfillment, the three "levels of happiness," and how to move beyond the pressure to “just be positive,” toward real and lasting mindset shifts.
Dr. Henry “Hank” Smith grew up the son of a golf professional in St. George, Utah. After earning a Master’s Degree from Utah State, Hank completed a Ph.D. at BYU, where he is now an Associate Professor in the Religion Department. His weekly podcast Follow Him is enjoyed by millions across the globe. The greatest part of his life is his wife Sara and their 5 children.
Originally aired Aug 27, 2024
(0:00) Intro
(1:40) Meet Hank Smith
(5:20) The Three Levels of Happiness
(9:04) Get Outside for Happiness
(11:13) Engagement: Find Your Gifts
(14:02) Brushstrokes: Small Happiness Habits
(21:25) Toxic Positivity vs Healthy Positivity
Building Stronger Relationships with Your Kids | Steven Sharp Nelson
Season 2026 · Episode 27
Tuesday, July 7, 2026 • Duration 33:42
From The Lisa Show vault, this fan-favorite episode has something for everyone--whether or not your kids live at home. Steven Sharp Nelson's stories and perspective on parenthood resonate as a heartfelt tribute to the often unrecognized but extraordinary impact of parental love. While he’s best known as the world-renowned cellist from The Piano Guys, Steven is also a dad who is passionate about building meaningful relationships with his children. He and Lisa talk about everything from encouraging kids through challenges, helping them understand what matters most, creating stronger connections, and the all-too-universal experience of praying in the garage before going inside.
For more of Steven's work be sure to check out his website: https://thepianoguys.com/pages/steven-sharp-nelson
Originally aired Nov 12, 2024
(0:00) Intro
(4:01) Steve's Musical Awakening
(6:59) Parents, Discipline & Incentives
(8:52) Music, ADHD & Mental Health
(16:04) Music as a Vehicle for God's Comfort
(19:20) One-on-One Moments With Kids
(23:47) Spinning Plates: Balancing Priorities
(28:18) Garage Prayers
(32:34) Closing Thoughts & Credits
Tiny Kindness: The Power of Small Moments That Change Everything | Rachel Hunt
Season 2026 · Episode 26
Tuesday, June 30, 2026 • Duration 26:49
Some episodes are worth revisiting, and this The Lisa Show favorite is more timely than ever in 2026. Rachel Hunt, founder of tinykindness.org, shares how documenting and sharing small acts of kindness helped her navigate seasons of grief, isolation, and depression. Whether unexpected texts, thoughtful gestures, or moments of connection between strangers, Rachel and Lisa explore the transformative impact tiny kindness can have on our lives. From collective memory to the Baader–Meinhof phenomenon, there's good reason why even the smallest meaningful moments can remind us that we’re not alone.
For more of Rachel's work be sure to check out her website: tinykindness.org
Originally aired Sep 10, 2024
(0:00) Intro
(6:22) Meet Rachel Hunt
(10:02) Collective Memory in Action
(12:06) Kindness Through Hard Times
(19:59) Everyday Joys and Small Moments
(23:12) Give People Their Flowers
(25:39) Outro & Credits
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