All Blended Up

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Shantanell sits down with Johnathon for an honest and transparent conversation about the struggles men face in their role as provider, protector, and leader of the home. Together, they discuss the pressures that come with being the head of the household, the silent battles many men carry mentally and emotionally, and why asking for help can feel so difficult. Johnathon gives listeners a real look into the mind of a man, sharing how pride, pressure, impatience, and responsibility can sometimes make it hard to lean on Christ and trust God’s timing. This episode brings awareness, understanding, and encouragement for men navigating leadership, faith, and family. 

Send us Fan MailThis episode continues the discussion on the biblical hierarchy of family introduced in previous episodes. Shantanell emphasizes the importance of understanding this hierarchy, especially in light of recent events involving men harming their wives and children.She takes listeners back to Genesis, explaining that before there was woman, there was God and man. This foundational relationship highlights the value of time spent with God in singlehood—a period meant for growing in faith, love, identity, and purpose. Once a person is firmly rooted in Christ and guided by divine discernment, they are then prepared to bring a spouse into their life in alignment with God’s design.

Send us Fan MailIn the latest episode, Shantanell reintroduces herself after a few months away and kicks off Season 2 of the podcast. She shares with her audience the new direction for this season, expanding beyond blended families to explore the importance of family as a whole.While the podcast was originally created as a resource for blended families, Shantanell explains that all family structures can be challenging—especially when the foundation is not solid. Blended families, in particular, add another layer of complexity to these dynamics.To introduce the series, Shantanell references Genesis 1 and 2, highlighting the creation of man and woman, along with Ephesians 6 to discuss family hierarchy and its significance.

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Johnathon and Shantanell discuss the importance of consistent discipline in parenting. Using the biblical story of Eli and his sons, they highlight the dangers of ignoring early signs of disobedience. Though Eli acknowledged his sons' wrongdoing, he failed to take meaningful action—resulting in severe consequences. Johnathon and Shantanell emphasize that failing to correct our children early can still lead to long-term negative effects. 

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Shantanell shares a powerful contrast between two biblical parents—Jabez’s mother and Rachel—who named their children from a place of deep pain. Unlike Abraham and Hannah, who parented from promise, these women allowed their trauma to define their legacy. Shantanell dives into how our own unhealed wounds can shape how we raise, speak to, and lead others—and why it’s vital to break that cycle. Just because pain is part of your story doesn’t mean it should parent your future. 

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Shantanell presents a framework for raising children with the promises of God in mind, rather than allowing past trauma to dictate how we parent. She draws on biblical examples, specifically Abraham and Hannah, to illustrate how these parents focused on God’s promises when raising their children, despite their personal struggles.For instance, Abraham trusted in God’s promise that he would become the father of many nations, despite his age and the challenges he faced. His faith in God’s word helped shape the way he raised his son Isaac, prioritizing God’s plan over his own doubts or fears.Similarly, Hannah, who experienced the deep pain of infertility, chose to place her trust in God’s promise. Rather than allowing her trauma to control her, she prayed fervently and dedicated her son Samuel to the Lord. Hannah’s story highlights how a parent's faith in God's promises can guide their approach to parenting, even in the face of personal heartache.Trigger warning: This episode discusses topics such as miscarriages and fertility issues.

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Shun explores Ephesians 6:4, which instructs parents not to provoke their children, but instead, raise them in the discipline and instruction of the Lord. She discusses how the responsibility to honor parents often falls on children, but there is also a clear mandate for parents. Shun also explains what godly discipline looks like and highlights the difference between provoking children and disciplining them. 

Send us Fan MailShantanell does a deep dive into why parents should not approach parenting from the old statement do as I say not as I do. Using scripture she explains the hypocrisy of this statement and how the bible teaches us the opposite. Jesus never asked us to do anything he had not already done.

Send us Fan Mail***Trigger Warning*** This segment does discuss fertility issues, miscarriage/stillbirths and sex. Johnathon and Shantanell sit down and have a candid conversation concerning the importance of talking with your significant other regarding family planning. 

Send us Fan MailShantanell Lindon sits down and encourages those who may be battling with anxiety, worry or fear and explain how to battle against these things with the word of God. She also ties this into how it can affect your children and they may deal with the same things as well as a result.

Send us Fan MailJoin Shantanell as she tackles the challenges of discovering yourself all the while juggling parenthood, and marriage as well as expectations for her young adult sons.

Send us Fan MailJohnathon and Shantanell discuss a viral video showcasing the clash of disciplinary styles in a blended family. We peel back the layers of parenting within such complex family units, bringing our own experiences to the table. Settle in as we, alongside our listeners, dissect these intricate dynamics, sharing insights from Johnathon's fatherly perspective on the essential roles communication and respect play between biological parents and stepparents.Our conversation evolves, examining the generational shifts in discipline and respect, and the ripple effect these have on our children's relationship with authority, from parents to educators. We also open up about how our own upbringing and the habits we've modeled can reflect in our kids' actions – sometimes in ways that take us by surprise. Bridging biblical wisdom with the trials of modern parenting, this episode is an invitation to embrace forgiveness and understanding, as we navigate the often-turbulent waters of raising children in today's blended families. Join us for a heartfelt exploration into the art of discipline, as we aim to build stronger, more resilient family bonds.

Send us Fan MailShantanell speaks on the famous verse in the book of Ecclesiastes stating, "there is nothing new under the sun". When it comes to parenting and some of the challenges we may feel as though we are dealing with things alone or our child/children is doing something new, but as the famous verse says, nothing is new from generation to generation.

Send us Fan MailJohnathon and Shantanell sit down and have a conversation regarding parenting expectations, and the challenges that comes with those expectations when raising up the children.

Send us Fan MailShantanell discusses the pressure parents put on themselves to do things perfectly. This could stem from societal pressure, internal conflict, or deep-rooted issues. She explains the importance of giving yourself grace and finding your identity in Christ.

Send us Fan MailJohnathon and Shantanell touch on questions presented to them from their small children concerning their blended family.

Send us Fan MailThis episode detail's Shantanell Step-parenting journey and some of the hurdles she had to overcome along the way. 

Send us Fan MailJohnathon and Shantanell speak on understanding identity, while parenting children as a young parent.

Send us Fan MailJohnathon and Shantanell sit down and discuss boundaries in a blended family between parent and child, husband and wife, and stepparent vs. parent.

Send us Fan MailShantanell gives 5 keys you should consider when entering into a new relationship, especially if it is a blended family relationship.

Send us Fan MailIn this episode Shantanell describes how she developed a relationship with her stepsons and how she figured her place in the family.

Send us Fan MailThis episode is an introduction to co-host Johnathon Lindon. We continue the conversation of how we met from his point of view and some of his thoughts on our family.

Send us Fan MailThis is an introduction episode to what the podcast topic is and background to how the Lindon's relationship started from Shantanell's point of view.