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EPISODE · May 20, 2026 · 1H 10M

Civics for Parents: How Understanding Government Empowers Families to Create Change with Sharon McMahon

from Fresh Start Family Show · host Wendy and Terry Snyder

What if the frustration so many parents feel about politics could actually become influence? In this deeply meaningful conversation, Wendy sits down with Sharon McMahon, author of The Small and the Mighty and founder of Sharon Says So, to talk about why civics matters for parents, how history gives us hope, and what it looks like to stay grounded when the world feels heavy. Together, they explore how learning government and history can help families move from fear and confusion into courage, clarity, and purposeful action. Sharon shares the heart behind The Small and the Mighty, the power of ordinary people who refused to give up, and why unity does not have to mean agreement. This episode is a beautiful reminder that our kids are always watching, that character matters, and that influence begins with how we show up at the table, in our communities, and in the hard conversations. ➡️ Head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.freshstartfamilyonline.com/323⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more info and links. 🌵 Raising a strong-willed cactus kid and need a little help? Grab my FREE 'Cactus Kids Survival Guide' today! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://freshstartfamilyonline.com/cactus⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📕 Pre-order your copy of Fresh Start Your Family: Powerful Parenting to Restore Peace in Your Home and claim your FREE Bonuses! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://freshstartfamilyonline.com/preorder⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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