Best Tuttle Twins Podcasts (2025)

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624. What Is The Road to Surfdom/Serfdom? 13:28

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Over 80 years ago, economist F.A. Hayek wrote one of the most famous books in favor of individualism and free markets. It even inspired one of the Tuttle Twins books!

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237. How Families Can Teach Freedom, Entrepreneurship, and Truth with Connor Boyack of The Tuttle Twins 29:33

3d ago29:33

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Saving America at the Dinner Table What if the future of our country doesn’t hinge on elections, courtrooms, or political battles—but on family dinner conversations? That’s exactly the vision today’s guest, Connor Boyack, shares with us. Connor is the bestselling author of over 50 books, including the wildly popular Tuttle Twins series, which has s…

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623. Not Yours to Give — A Davy Crockett Story 18:03

17h ago18:03

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This story was so impactful for Ron Paul that he kept copies in his congressional office to pass out. Our thinking about the role of government and legitimate use of taxpayer funds has radically changed since Davy Crockett was a congressman. Did you know Davy Crockett was a congressman?

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236. Becoming Dangerous...Being Strong Enough to Play, Protect, and Participate as a Parent 22:15

9d ago22:15

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Getting Off the Sidelines Have you ever looked around and realized that too many parents are sitting on the sidelines of their kids’ lives? Chris had this exact thought during a recent Girl Dad camp, where he noticed how many dads struggled to fully participate in simple activities like soccer, frisbee, or even just running around with their daught…

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622. What is the Bill of Rights? 13:20

5d ago13:20

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The first ten amendments to the Constitution were so important, they were given their own name, "The Bill of Rights."

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621. Why Did New York's Best Teacher Quit Teaching? 15:26

9d ago15:26

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As students head back to school, it's important the lessons John Taylor Gatto about what education should and shouldn't be.

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235. 7 Ways to Help Your Teen Stay Connected at Home 29:33

11d ago29:33

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Helping Teens Connect at Home If you’ve ever felt like your teens are drifting toward their rooms, screens, or independence a little faster than you’d like, you’re not alone. In this episode, Chris and Melissa open up about the rhythms, struggles, and small wins of keeping their three teenagers connected and interactive with family life. They share…

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620. In praise of homeschool moms, opportunity cost 11:31

12d ago11:31

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Is homeschool really cheaper than public school? Rachel makes the case for why it is not for most families, but that is not why we homeschool! We homeschool because it is right for our families and SO worth it! We explore the concept of opportunity cost.

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619. What Is The Magna Carta? 13:12

14d ago13:12

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Nearly 600 years before the Revolutionary War, English Barons created a revolutionary document that laid the foundation for the Constitution.

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234. Girl Dad Camp: Boosting Confidence, Connection, and Courage in Our Daughters 24:27

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This week’s episode is a special one—Chris is back from Girl Dad Camp and we’re unpacking everything he experienced alongside our daughters, Ivy and Indy. Hosted at BYU and organized by the women’s athletics coaches, Girl Dad Camp is a weekend built for fun, connection, and, most importantly, confidence-building. With stations like pickleball, gymn…

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618. Should I run for office? 13:26

19d ago13:26

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If good people who believe in liberty don't occupy those seats in government, someone else will! Sometimes its really hard for someone skeptical of government power to choose to be a part of the "leviathan" but let's think that through. And if you WANT to get involved in government, how do you get started? Rachel gives insights from her campaigns a…

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617. What Is So Special about Ron Paul? 12:48

21d ago12:48

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On today's episode, we celebrate former Congressman Ron Paul's 90th birthday and discuss what makes him so special.

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233. Intentional Back-to-School: Letting Your Kids Help Choose Their Education 25:53

26d ago25:53

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Hey friends! It's that time of year again—backpacks, new shoes, and… big decisions about school. In this week’s episode, Chris and I open up about what school looks like for our family this year. With five kids in different grades (and different learning styles), we’ve never taken a one-size-fits-all approach to education—and this year is no differ…

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616. What Is The Socratic Method? 13:25

26d ago13:25

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Greek philosopher Socrates believed that the best way to teach was by asking lots of questions to help someone think and find answers for themselves.

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615. What Is A Character Arc? 12:00

28d ago12:00

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As characters in stories go on adventures, face challenges, and learn important lessons, there comes a point where they must choose to either grow into someone braver, kinder, or wiser or go in the wrong direction and become more selfish, angry, or cruel.

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614. What Is The Sunk Cost Fallacy? 12:27

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Rachel and Brittany tackle another one of the logical fallacies that prevent people from thinking rationally.

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613. What is The Importance of Delayed Gratification? 13:30

1M ago13:30

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It's easy to get caught up in instant gratification. But more often than not, the things that offer you the most value are worth the wait.

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232. What If One Weekend Could Transform Your Family Forever? 20:05

1M ago20:05

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Hey Family Brand, it’s Chris and Melissa here! We have something really special to share with you today. If you’ve ever felt like life is moving too fast, like your family is surviving more than thriving, or you just wish you had space to reconnect and refocus—this episode is for you. We're inviting you to something we’ve been dreaming about and wo…

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612. When a joke is no joking matter 13:08

1M ago13:08

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Sometimes we use humor to diffuse tense situations, but there are some situations where a joke can escalate things in really bad ways. Think: going through TSA at the airport. Or making fun of a friend, not knowing they are going through a hard time.

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611. What is Fascism 12:51

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People love to call others a "fascist" whenever they disagree with their political views. But what does that term really mean and our most people using it incorrectly?

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231. Family Meeting that Don't Suck - How to Actually Make Them Work 10:42

2M ago10:42

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Hey Family Brand! It’s Melissa here, and if you’ve ever tried to hold a family meeting that ended in chaos, eye-rolls, or zero follow-through… this episode is for you. We’re diving into a topic that might sound boring but can truly transform your family culture: family meetings. Trust me, I get it—most of us didn’t grow up doing these, and if we di…

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610. How do credit cards work? 14:52

2M ago14:52

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Rachel and Brittany give a very basic primer on how credit cards work and some things to keep in mind when you begin your journey into finances and managing your own money. Stay out of debt! Be really careful with that first credit card. It may FEEL like "FREE MONEY" but the bill always comes due! Credit scores.…

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609. Why is Appealing to Emotions a Logical Fallacy? 15:01

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A lot of people will try to get you to agree with their political or ideological beliefs using only emotional arguments. Using emotions might help to pull at heartstrings, but it is important to base your arguments on logic arguments first before you bring emotion into the mix.

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608. What can you learn from travel? 13:45

2M ago13:45

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Whether you're just visiting another city or state, or traveling halfway around the world, there is so much adventure to embrace in traveling. Rachel and Brittany encourage you to embrace the planning and process of travel, as well as the cultural lessons you can learn.

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607. How can I land my first job? 13:29

2M ago13:29

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Rachel and Brittany gives some tips for teenagers looking to get their first job. Where do you want to work? What would you be good at? Who is hiring? What about my network? How to nail a first impression with an employer. Let us walk through it all.

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230. Why Hustle Culture Doesn’t Work for Families (and What to Do Instead) Feat. Kelly O’Neil 32:32

2M ago32:32

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Hey Family Brand — it’s Melissa here, and I am SO excited to introduce you to today’s guest, the incredible Kelly O’Neil. I have been a fan of Kelly’s work for years, and I’m still processing this conversation — it was that impactful. Kelly is a strategist, a visionary, and a total powerhouse when it comes to helping people build legacy businesses …

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606. What Do You Want to Be When You Grow Up? 13:56

2M ago13:56

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You're never too young to start thinking about what kind of career you want to have. But how can you make such a difficult decision when you have so many options?

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605. Why Was Thomas Paine So Important? 12:03

2M ago12:03

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Before humans used social media to share idea, they used pamphlets. And on the road to the revolutionary war, there was no great pamphleteer than Thomas Paine.

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229. Be Your Family’s Chief Reminding Officer 11:34

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Hey Family Brand, it’s Chris and Melissa! Today’s episode is inspired by something we’ve found to be one of the most underrated (but absolutely essential) roles in leadership — whether you’re running a company or raising a family: becoming the Chief Reminding Officer. This idea came up during one of our walks, and we realized how much of parenting …

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604. What Is The Real Meaning of Independence Day? 13:03

2M ago13:03

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The Fourth of July is almost here! While fireworks and family time is great, it's important to remember the true meaning of the holiday.

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603. Who Was More Important, John Adams or Sam Adams? 13:02

2M ago13:02

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Two of the most important figures in the Revolutionary War were John Adams and Sam Adams. While the two were cousins, when it came to fighting for liberty, the two had very different styles.

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228. Preparing for the Unexpected: A Personal Story on Wills and Life Insurance 19:26

3M ago19:26

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Hey Family Brand — it’s Melissa here. Today’s episode is a little different, and honestly, it’s one I tried to record six different times. It took me a while to even figure out what I wanted to say because this one hits close to home. Last week, my cousin and his wife passed away unexpectedly in a tragic plane crash, leaving behind two little ones.…

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602. Are We Really Living in "Unprecedented" Times? 13:49

3M ago13:49

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These days, the mainstream media and social media influences like to tell us that we are living through scary and unsafe times that humans have never experienced. Is this true? Or have human history experienced much crazier times than we are today?

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601. Why do I need to learn algebra? 13:41

3M ago13:41

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Rachel and Brittany discuss the importance of a well-rounded education and why you should maintain a healthy curiosity about subjects you don't think are relevant to you. You might be surprised at how your "useless knowledge" comes in handy in life.

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227. What a $2.5B Exit Taught Me About Family and Leadership with Alex Bean 37:38

3M ago37:38

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Hey Family Brand—it’s Melissa here! I’m so excited to share this conversation with someone I’ve admired for a long time: Alex Bean, co-founder of Divvy and a passionate leader with a heart for family, community, and building something bigger than yourself. I’ve wanted to have Alex on the show for a while because he embodies what we talk about so of…

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600. Picking your battles: Is this really worth fighting over? 12:11

3M ago12:11

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Brittany and Rachel discuss how to decide if you should pick a fight with someone over an issue you have with them. Is it important enough to go to war with your brother over how he chews his food? What about the annoying things you do? On the other hand, its important to stand up for what is right. Where do you draw the line?…

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599. Why Should You Learn to "Trust Your Gut?" 12:26

3M ago12:26

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Every individual has gut instincts that help us guide what choices we make in life. How can we learn to know when to follow our gut and when our gut instincts might be holding us back from new experiences?

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598. Why should you worry about prison labor and private prisons? 12:49

3M ago12:49

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Rachel goes down the rabbit hole of why prison labor can be so concerning, and its not for the reason you think. Incentives matter, and should we be incentivising incarceration in a free society? When lots of big interests are making lots of money off of prisons and prison labor, what do you think happens to the demand for more prisoners?…

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597. What is Science? 14:46

3M ago14:46

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Now a days, we hear a lot about "settled" science. But is science a fixed truth that never changes? Or is science ongoing quest?

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226. Family Culture Upgrades for Summer: Simple Changes That Make a Big Impact 26:10

3M ago26:10

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Hey Family Brand! It’s Melissa here, and this week I’m sharing something I’ve been thinking about a lot—how summer gives us a unique opportunity to pause, reflect, and upgrade our family culture. Whether your kids are home more, you're traveling, or you’re just trying to juggle a different routine, summer naturally gives us space to reevaluate what…

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596. Miraculous Pencil and Trump Tariffs 15:29

3M ago15:29

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The Miraculous Pencil demonstrates how the world is so interconnected. Trade barriers threaten that connection and our supply chains could suffer. But what if the Trump tariff threats are just a good negotiating tool? Let's unpack what we know so far.

4M ago16:18

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Choice and competition makes every product better. Healthcare is no different. But with the structure of the medical industry today, our choices are increasingly made for us and we're left with what government has approved and what insurance will cover. Are we getting healthier this way?