Sun, May 15, 2011
Ruta Lee sits down with Rip Taylor to talk about the abuse he suffered as a child and how he overcame it through the years to become one of America's beloved comedians. Robert David Hall of CSI stops by Ruta's to talk about the horrible accident where he lost part of both legs but has still managed to have a successful career on one of the hottest shows on television and also pursue his musical dreams, releasing an album of original music.
Sun, May 22, 2011
In this episode of Lifestyle Magazine, Ruta Lee interviews Reverend Dr. Della Reese on her humble beginnings as a gospel and then R&B singer, her longterm marriage to Franklin, her acting career on such shows as "Touched by An Angel" and the church where she is a minister. In the second half of the show Ruta Lee sits down with America's Favorite Daytime Couple -- Bill and Susan Seaforth Hayes -- to talk about how they have handled their marriage and working together for so many years, what it was like for Susan to become stepmother to Bill's children and their active involvement in their church.
Sun, Aug 7, 2011
Marriages are ending at an alarming rate and now, more than ever, it's the woman who's choosing to end the marriage. What's causing this trend, and what can be done about it? On this Mad About Marriage episode, Dr. Willard and Joyce Harley from Marriage Builders shed some light on this growing trend.
Sun, Aug 14, 2011
Harmony Dust, former exotic dancer and author of Scars and Stilettos, shares her story of being a graduate with a master's degree to being a stripper. She now runs "Treasures," a ministry for those formerly in the sex industry. Special cooking segment: Vegetarian cookbook author and instructor Debi Pedersen cooks with Mike and Gayle.
Mon, Oct 10, 2011
Author Kevin Leman shows women how making a few changes in attitude, behavior, and communication style can revolutionize their relationships and bring out the very best in their husbands and children. Also in this episode, Debi Pedersen shows us how to cook delicious and healthy food by "Making It Meatless!". Click here to see the recipes.
Mon, Nov 21, 2011
Sixty percent of second marriages fail. Yours can be among the ones that succeed. Relationship expert Dr. Les Parrott shows how you can beat the odds and make remarriage the best thing that's ever happened to you. Now is the time to acquire the skills needed to build a future together that is everything marriage can be.
Thu, May 24, 2012
There's a lot of research on the prevention side of medicine - but what if we look at not just preventing illness but getting to the next level. Can we actually step up physical well-being to improve such things as eyesight or to obtain more energy? Dr. Becky Wang and Dr. Anthony Cardillo share their study on this particular subject. Chef Debi Pedersen concludes the episode showing us how to make two delicious French recipes.
Thu, Jun 14, 2012
Striving for perfection may be an all too familiar topic for women and men alike. Author and humorist Nancy Kennedy shares her thoughts on making peace with imperfection by recognizing God's love for us as we are. Kennedy discusses how the perfect woman, such as the Proverbs 31 woman, does not exist.
Thu, Jun 28, 2012
Is teen violence on the rise? Patti Giggans, executive director of Peace Over Violence, and Mikell Crumble, a Peace Over Violence volunteer, discuss the frequency of teen violence in our society today, reasons for its occurrence, ways to curb it, and how to offer support to those in need. Chef Debi Pedersen concludes the episode showing us how to make three delicious breakfast recipes.
Thu, Jul 5, 2012
Willy and Elaine Oliver, directors of the Department of Family Ministries at the Seventh-Day Adventist Church in Silver Spring, MD, join hosts Mike and Gayle Tucker on this episode of Mad About Marriage. The Oliver's help define marriage commitment, discuss the challenges of marriage, and share their understanding of living "happily ever after."
Thu, Aug 9, 2012
Hosts Mike and Gayle Tucker are joined by Dr. David Schnarch, a licensed clinical psychologist, director of the Marriage and Family Health Center in Evergreen, Colorado, and author. Dr. Schnarch answers common questions on intimacy in a marriage and the relationship between spirituality and sex.
Thu, Aug 16, 2012
Dr. Carla Hannaford speaks about the benefits of movement and activity from before birth to the end of life. Hannaford shares information from her book, Smart Moves, that shows the effects of movement and relaxation on brain functioning and development. David Garcia and Sandra Rocha from the Learning Gym contribute to the discussion on movement and overall health.