Family Dialogues

About Family Dialogues

When love feels strained, kids are struggling, and your home feels divided, it’s easy to wonder if peace and joy are still possible. The Family Dialogues Podcast reminds you they are. Each episode is a guide back to connection, helping couples heal, parents unite, and families grow stronger together, even when life gets messy. Listeners love this podcast because it starts where true change begins: with the partnership at the center of the home. Dr. Taniesha Burke helps parents rebuild love, trust, and teamwork so children can thrive in the security of a united family. You’ll gain proven, evidence-based strategies for nurturing emotional growth, fostering resilience in your kids, and creating a home that feels safe and joyful again. As a research psychologist, parenting coach, and mother of three, Dr. Burke brings both academic expertise and lived experience to every conversation. Her background in family relations, child development, and spiritual life coaching, combined with insights from world-class guests, offers practical wisdom you can apply right away. Whether you’re rekindling love, restoring peace, or building a stronger bond with your children, The Family Dialogues Podcast is your companion for raising families that stay connected, grounded, and full of joy no matter what challenges come your way.

Publisher

Dr. Taniesha Burke

Category

education · education · kids & family

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

8 Jan 2026

Latest episode

6 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

40 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   6 Oct 2026

   How to Communicate With a High-Conflict Ex: The BIFF Method for Co-Parenting | Bill Eddy

   Struggling with toxic texts, hostile emails, or constant conflict with your co-parent? Learn how to respond without escalating the fight. High-conflict expert Bill Eddy shares the BIFF method: a practical communication strategy to help separated and divorced parents stay calm, set boundaries, and protect their children from ongoing conflict. In this episode of Family Dialogues, Dr. Taniesha Burke speaks with Bill Eddy, co-founder of the High Conflict Institute, former child and family therapist, family law attorney, mediator, and author of more than 20 books. Bill explains why texts and emails can quickly intensify high-conflict co-parenting and how the BIFF method (Brief, Informative, Friendly, and Firm) can help parents respond strategically instead of emotionally. You’ll learn: How to respond to blaming, hostile, or provocative messages from an ex Why defending yourself can sometimes escalate co-parenting conflict The three A's to avoid in BIFF responses: advice, admonishments, and apologies When you should respond—and when it is better not to respond How to set firm boundaries without sounding hostile How to document difficult interactions factually if conflict may become a legal issue Why children can absorb a parent's anger toward the other parent How to communicate with a child who is rejecting or distancing themselves from one parent How BIFF skills can also improve communication with spouses, teenagers, and other family members Bill emphasizes that children can absorb a parent's emotions during divorce and separation, particularly when they repeatedly hear anger or negative messages about the other parent. His central message for parents: communication does not have to be driven by fear, anger, or the need to win. With practice, parents can become more deliberate about what they need to communicate and what outcome they want from the conversation. Resources Mentioned in This Episode High Conflict Institute: website, articles, courses, and resources (https://www.highconflictinstitute.com/) BIFF for Co-Parent Communication by Bill Eddy (https://a.co/d/0gU6CVEU) Don’t Alienate the Kids: Raising Resilient Children and Avoiding High-Conflict Divorce by Bill Eddy (https://a.co/d/0iDJOvAb) Splitting: Protecting Yourself While Divorcing Someone with Borderline or Narcissistic Personality Disorder by Bill Eddy (https://a.co/d/01jyU8oM) New Ways for Families — co-parenting/divorce program (https://www.highconflictinstitute.com/new-ways/) New Ways for Couples and Families — communication program for intact families (https://www.highconflictinstitute.com/new-ways/) New Ways for Life — program for youth ages 12–17 (https://www.highconflictinstitute.com/new-ways/) It’s All Your Fault — High Conflict Institute podcast (https://www.highconflictinstitute.com/podcast/) Episode feedback: info@tanieshaburke.com Donate to our podcast: (https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=C6MUADZUA39BU) https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=C6MUADZUA39BU (https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=C6MUADZUA39BU) CONNECT WITH US: Website: https://tanieshaburke.com (https://tanieshaburke.com) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drtanieshaburke (https://www.facebook.com/drtanieshaburke) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drtanieshaburke/ (https://www.instagram.com/drtanieshaburke/) YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drtanieshaburke (https://www.youtube.com/@drtanieshaburke) Our Journals on Amazon Get our parenting journal (https://a.co/d/08Wb4RZE): https://a.co/d/08Wb4RZE Get our couple's journal (https://a.co/d/08RZeElt): https://a.co/d/08RZeElt Get our grandparents' journal (https://a.co/d/0c7MNR1E): https://a.co/d/0c7MNR1E

2. 

   29 Sept 2026

   Teen Eating Disorders: Warning Signs, Treatment & How Parents Can Support Recovery | Jennifer Hope Longenecker

   When your teenager is struggling with an eating disorder, knowing what to say and what not to say can make a profound difference. Jennifer Hope Longenecker shares what parents need to know about warning signs, treatment, relapse, family support, and helping a teen move toward recovery without blame or shame. In this episode of Family Dialogues, Dr. Taniesha Burke speaks with Jennifer Hope Longenecker, trauma-informed mental health coach, mother, and co-author of Held in the Dark: A Mother Daughter Guide to Navigating an Adolescent Eating Disorder, Treatment and Recovery. Drawing from her family's experience supporting her daughter through an eating disorder, Jennifer discusses the subtle early warning signs of eating disorders in teenagers, including avoiding family meals, restrictive eating, excessive exercise, secrecy around food, and changes that can easily be mistaken for normal teenage behavior. Jennifer and Dr. Burke explore anorexia, bulimia, binge eating, and restrictive eating, as well as how parents can begin a conversation when they suspect something is wrong. Jennifer also explains why finding a professional who specializes in eating disorders, rather than simply having experience with them, can be critically important. They also discuss: How diet culture and body talk at home can influence children and teens Why families may need to stop labeling foods as “good” or “bad” What to say instead of commenting on a teen's weight or appearance How an eating disorder can affect siblings, marriage, and the entire family system Why parents may need individual or couples therapy while supporting their child The importance of a multidisciplinary eating disorder treatment team Residential treatment, partial hospitalization (PHP), and intensive outpatient programs (IOP) Why relapse does not erase previous recovery progress How parents can support recovery without becoming the “food police” Managing parental guilt, shame, and self-blame Why recovery often involves ups and downs rather than one straightforward path Jennifer reminds parents that needing additional treatment does not mean their child has lost everything they previously accomplished; it can simply mean they have reached a hurdle that requires more support. Her message to families is one of hope: recovery is possible, parents are an important part of the treatment team, and neither teenagers nor their families need to navigate an eating disorder alone. Resources Mentioned in This Episode Held in the Dark: A Mother-Daughter Guide to Navigating an Adolescent Eating Disorder, Treatment and Recovery (https://a.co/d/07QGHZPR) — Jennifer Hope Longenecker (https://a.co/d/07QGHZPR) Held in the Dark (https://jenniferhopelongenecker.com/quiz/) five-question parent quiz (https://jenniferhopelongenecker.com/quiz/) F.E.A.S.T. (https://feast-ed.org/) — eating disorder education and support resources for families (https://feast-ed.org/) Jennifer Hope Longenecker on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/jenniferhopelongenecker/) Jennifer Hope Longenecker's website (https://jenniferhopelongenecker.com/) (https://jenniferhopelongenecker.com/) Jennifer's Facebook support group (https://www.facebook.com/jennifer.h.longenecker) for parents and teens navigating eating disorders (https://www.facebook.com/jennifer.h.longenecker) Episode feedback: info@tanieshaburke.com Donate to our podcast: (https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=C6MUADZUA39BU) https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=C6MUADZUA39BU (https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=C6MUADZUA39BU) CONNECT WITH US: Website: https://tanieshaburke.com (https://tanieshaburke.com) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drtanieshaburke (https://www.facebook.com/drtanieshaburke) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drtanieshaburke/ (https://www.instagram.com/drtanieshaburke/) YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drtanieshaburke (https://www.youtube.com/@drtanieshaburke) Our Journals on Amazon Get our parenting journal (https://a.co/d/08Wb4RZE): https://a.co/d/08Wb4RZE Get our couple's journal (https://a.co/d/08RZeElt): https://a.co/d/08RZeElt Get our grandparents' journal (https://a.co/d/0c7MNR1E): https://a.co/d/0c7MNR1E

3. 

   22 Sept 2026

   How to Parent With More Joy: 8 Practices for Calmer, More Connected Families | Marguerite Orane

   What if becoming a calmer, more connected parent doesn’t require changing your children, but changing how you lead yourself? Leadership expert Marguerite Orane shares practical ways to reduce parenting stress, create more joy at home, and build stronger relationships with your children. Parenting can leave us exhausted, overwhelmed, and reacting in ways we later regret. But what if some of the same practices that help great leaders thrive could also transform how we lead our families? In this episode of Family Dialogues, Dr. Taniesha Burke speaks with executive leadership coach, author, and Harvard MBA Marguerite Orane about bringing her eight essential practices for leading with joy into parenting and family life. Marguerite explains the difference between happiness and joy, why children naturally bring joy into family life, and how parents can unintentionally suppress that joy through fear, stress, overcontrol, and constant correction. You’ll discover how practices such as reflection, forgiveness, acceptance, asking for help, silence, celebration, grounding your day, and making peace with time can help you become a more intentional and emotionally grounded parent. Marguerite also shares practical strategies for real family life, including: A simple six-minute morning ritual for mind, body, and spirit that can help parents begin the day more grounded. Why asking for and accepting help is essential, especially when parenting feels overwhelming. How moments of silence can prevent conflict from escalating with children or partners. Why celebrating who your child is, rather than only what they achieve, can strengthen family connection. Why comparing siblings can steal joy and damage relationships. How parents can connect with teenagers by taking genuine interest in what brings them joy. Why taking care of yourself is not separate from good parenting; your children are watching how you live. Whether you are raising toddlers, navigating the teenage years, parenting adult children, or trying to break patterns of stress and reactivity, this conversation offers a thoughtful reminder: joyful parenting does not mean pretending everything is perfect. It means becoming more conscious about how you respond, connect, and lead your family. Resources Mentioned Marguerite Orane’s Website (https://margueriteorane.com/) Marguerite Orane on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/margueriteorane/) Marguerite Orane on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/marguerite.orane/) Transform Your Leadership: Eight Essential Practices for Leading with Joy (https://a.co/d/08rCkwrz) (https://a.co/d/08rCkwrz) Wednesday Joy Mail / Joy Reset Newsletter (https://margueriteorane.com/podcasts/) Marguerite Orane’s weekly newsletter (https://margueriteorane.com/podcasts/) Episode feedback: info@tanieshaburke.com Donate to our podcast: (https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=C6MUADZUA39BU) https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=C6MUADZUA39BU (https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=C6MUADZUA39BU) CONNECT WITH US: Website: https://tanieshaburke.com (https://tanieshaburke.com) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drtanieshaburke (https://www.facebook.com/drtanieshaburke) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drtanieshaburke/ (https://www.instagram.com/drtanieshaburke/) YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drtanieshaburke (https://www.youtube.com/@drtanieshaburke) Our Journals on Amazon Get our parenting journal (https://a.co/d/08Wb4RZE): https://a.co/d/08Wb4RZE Get our couple's journal (https://a.co/d/08RZeElt): https://a.co/d/08RZeElt Get our grandparents' journal (https://a.co/d/0c7MNR1E): https://a.co/d/0c7MNR1E

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