“Should I Ask My Divorced Parents for Relationship Advice?” Live Call In! | 159
To serve you better, we’re trying something new. In this episode, I’ll mentor three people live, right here on the show. Each of them brings a raw, honest question—things most of us from broken families have wrestled with.A college student asks how to heal from his dad’s abandonment—and whether he should leave the door open for a relationship or finally close it.A man wonders how he can help young people from broken homes.And finally, a woman in her 20s opens up about concerns with her mom’s second marriage, and asks, “Who do I go to now for advice, now that I’m in a relationship myself?”If you’ve ever felt alone or unsure what to do when faced with problems in your broken family… this episode is for you.Ask a question anonymously on the showWatch the Documentary: KennyWatch the Trailer: Kenny (3:31 min)Get Dakota’s FREE Guide, The Biggest Fitness Mistakes to AvoidShownotesQuestion for Joey or our guests? Text us. We'll answer on the show as soon as we're able. You can be anonymous if you'd like!
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Breaking the Cycle of Divorce in Your Marriage | Kaseena Birnbaum | 158
What if divorce didn’t just break your childhood—it rewired how you see love and marriage?Most people think divorce only affects the couple who splits. But the truth is, when you grow up watching marriage after marriage fall apart, you start to believe that brokenness is normal.That was Kaseena Birnbaum’s story. With six divorces between her parents and in-laws, she once assumed she’d rack up divorces too. But when her own marriage hit a breaking point, she chose a different path: radical honesty, mentorship, and personal responsibility.Today, she and her husband are thriving—sober, faith-filled, and raising a strong family.In this episode, you’ll discover:Why children of divorce often fear marriage or expect dysfunctionThe subtle patterns that keep couples stuck in cycles of brokennessThe turning points that transformed Kaseena’s marriageHow humility, responsibility, and faith can rebuild trust and intimacyIf you’ve ever wondered, “Am I doomed to repeat my parents’ mistakes?”—this episode is for you.Get Kaseena’s Course, F*** DivorceFollow Kaseena: Instagram or TikTokView Restored’s ResourcesWatch the Documentary: KennyWatch the Trailer: Kenny (3:31 min)Get Dakota’s FREE Guide, The Biggest Fitness Mistakes to AvoidShownotesQuestion for Joey or our guests? Text us. We'll answer on the show as soon as we're able. You can be anonymous if you'd like!
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#157: The Lie Every Child of Divorce Secretly Believes | Jim Havens
What if your parents’ divorce didn’t just split your family—but left you quietly carrying the blame?Most people think the hardest part of divorce is the day it happens. But often it’s the confusion, the pressure to act like everything’s fine, and the haunting thought: “Was it my fault?”In this episode, Jim Havens shares his journey of growing up in a broken family, spiraling into destructive choices, and the night everything changed. That turning point led him to healing, faith, freedom, and eventually to becoming a husband, father of six, and Catholic radio host.We talk about:Why “just move on” might be the most damaging advice you can getThe moment Jim realized he wasn’t as “fine” as he thoughtWhat one lonely night revealed—and how it changed everythingIf you’ve ever asked yourself, “Was it my fault my parents split up?” or wondered if you can truly build the marriage you long for, this conversation is for you.Watch the Documentary: KennyWatch the Trailer: Kenny (3:31 min)Visit Jim’s WebsiteVisit Catholic Family Men Get the Book or FREE chapters: It’s Not Your FaultRead the Article: Is masturbation harmful? by Jason EvertGet Dakota’s FREE Guide, The Biggest Fitness Mistakes to AvoidQuestion for Joey or our guests? Text us. We'll answer on the show as soon as we're able. You can be anonymous if you'd like!
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#156: “This Is Not the Marriage I Signed Up For” | Heather Khym
Heather thought her family life was normal. But over time, she uncovered two buried traumas that quietly shaped her childhood—and required deep healing.Years later, as a newlywed, another wound came to light: her husband’s secret porn addiction. It shattered her—but it also became the turning point for restoration. Heather now calls it both the worst day and the best day of her life.In this episode, we dive into:Why she didn’t leave, and the non-negotiable conditions she set to even consider stayingHer advice for women facing the same gut-wrenching discovery, and for young people who just found out about a parent's addiction or affairHer biggest lesson for anyone from a dysfunctional family—and the practical steps she recommends to start healingIf you’ve ever found yourself wounded or betrayed, wondering if healing and restoration is possible, this episode is for you.Listen to Abiding TogetherVisit Heather’s WebsiteListen to Restore the GloryListen to the Healing Sexual Brokenness SeriesGet Dakota’s FREE Guide, The Biggest Fitness Mistakes to AvoidShownotesQuestion for Joey or our guests? Text us. We'll answer on the show as soon as we're able. You can be anonymous if you'd like!
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#155: Am I Doomed to Repeat My Parents’ Divorce? | Dr. Brad Wilcox
Am I doomed to repeat the mistakes I saw in my parents’ marriage? That question made me afraid of love—especially when I started dating. At times, it even made me not want to get married at all. And now, even as a married man, that fear still shows up.If you come from a divorced or deeply dysfunctional family, you probably feel it too.The question I kept asking: How do I avoid that? How do I not get divorced? And more importantly, how do I build a strong marriage?That’s what we explore in this episode, plus:Are children of divorce actually doomed to fail at marriage—or is there real hope?5 surprising predictors of whether your marriage will last—including one tip that lowers your divorce risk by 25%The truth behind the “soulmate” myth—and what actually makes couples happyWhy staying single might not be the safe bet you think it isIf you’ve ever felt afraid of love or marriage, this episode is for you.Buy Dr. Brad’s Book: Get Married: Why Americans Must Defy the Elites, Forge Strong Families, and Save CivilizationView Restored’s ResourcesGet Dakota’s FREE Guide, The Biggest Fitness Mistakes to AvoidShownotesQuestion for Joey or our guests? Text us. We'll answer on the show as soon as we're able. You can be anonymous if you'd like!
Children of divorce are 2–3 times more likely to get divorced and are more likely to struggle with emotional problems, relationship issues, and bad habits. But those stats don’t get to write your story. If your parents’ divorce or family dysfunction left wounds you can’t always put into words, this show is for you.The Restored Podcast shares real stories and expert tips to heal the trauma, navigate family challenges, and build the healthy relationships you’ve always wanted.Ranked in the top 10% of all podcasts and #18 in the divorce category — the only one dedicated to children of divorce — listeners say it’s “more effective than 30 years of counseling.”You’re not doomed to repeat your family’s past. You can break the cycle, and we’re here to help you do it.
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