Rocking It with Chrys and Shellie

We’re back — and we couldn’t think of a better guest to help us kick off a brand-new season of Rocking It with Chrys & Shellie than Korie Robertson! Korie happens to be Chrys’ daughter, which makes this conversation especially fun, but there was plenty to catch up on. While Duck Dynasty will always be a big part of Korie’s story, some exciting new adventures are unfolding in her life, and she’s sharing the behind-the-scenes with us. One of those adventures is Kinkeeping, Korie’s new partnership with Hobby Lobby. Korie tells us where the word kinkeeping came from, why the idea immediately resonated with her, and what it means to be the person who intentionally keeps a family connected. And she doesn’t just tell us about it. She challenges all of us to become kinkeepers in our own families. Korie also gives us a peek into the making of the Hobby Lobby Kinkeeping commercial, featuring some very special family moments with Miss Kay and the rest of the Robertson family, including a sweet scene with Korie and her daddy. Plus, Korie shares that she’s working on a new book by the same name, Kinkeeping. It’s a conversation about family, connection, memories, legacy, and the importance of intentionally keeping the people we love close. We think it’s the perfect way to begin this new season. Scripture Connection “Love one another deeply as brothers and sisters. Take the lead in honoring one another.” - Romans 12:10 About Our Guest Korie Robertson is an author, speaker, entrepreneur, wife, mom, grandmother—and, as we discovered in this conversation, a natural kinkeeper. Many know Korie and her family through Duck Dynasty, but her greatest passion has always centered around faith and family. Her latest projects continue that mission by encouraging families to intentionally nurture the relationships, stories, and traditions that connect one generation to the next. Listener Reflection Who is the kinkeeper in your family? Maybe it’s the person who organizes Sunday lunch, keeps everyone updated, takes the pictures, remembers the stories, or makes sure everyone comes home for Christmas. And here’s an even better question: How can you help keep your family connected? Join the Conversation We’d love to hear from you! Tell us who the kinkeeper is in your family and what they do that keeps everyone connected. Then share this episode with them. It might be a wonderful way to say, “I see what you do for our family, and it matters.” Subscribe to Rocking It with Chrys & Shellie, the grandmas you didn’t know you needed, so you don’t miss what’s coming this season. - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Chrys and Shellie sit down with bestselling author and speaker Carol McLeod to talk about her devotional book, Today Is a Verb. Carol encourages women to move beyond simply thinking about faith and instead live it out daily with intention, passion, and purpose. Through practical wisdom and biblical encouragement, Carol reminds us that every day is an opportunity to choose faith, hope, gratitude, and action. She also shares insights from her ministry and her podcast, The Significant Women Podcast, where she continues encouraging women to live meaningful, faith-filled lives. In This Episode, We Discuss: • Why faith is something we live, not just believe • The message behind Today Is a Verb • Practical ways to walk boldly in everyday life • How intentional living changes our outlook and influence • Encouragement for women in busy or uncertain seasons Key Takeaway: Faith is active. Each day gives us a new opportunity to live with courage, purpose, and intention right where God has placed us. For Listeners: If you’re looking for daily encouragement to live your faith more intentionally, this conversation — and Carol’s devotional — will inspire you to step into each day with renewed purpose. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Chrys and Shellie welcome Randy Phillips, lead pastor of LifeFamily Church and founding member of the Christian trio Phillips, Craig & Dean. Randy joins the conversation to share about his new children’s book, Guppy and the Silvery Hook, a beautifully illustrated story that helps children understand the importance of respect, trusting wise guidance, and making thoughtful decisions. Through gentle storytelling and vibrant artwork, Randy offers families a tool for starting meaningful conversations with children about choices, consequences, and learning to listen to those who care for them most. In This Episode, We Discuss: • Randy’s journey as a pastor, musician, and now children’s author • The inspiration behind Guppy and the Silvery Hook • Teaching children about choices in a loving, memorable way • Why storytelling is such a powerful teaching tool for families • Helping children understand trust and guidance at an early age Key Takeaway: Simple stories often carry the deepest lessons. When children learn early to trust wise guidance and make thoughtful decisions, it helps set a foundation for a lifetime of good choices. For Families & Grandparents: This episode encourages parents and grandparents to use stories as opportunities to talk with children about respect, trust, and listening to those who love and guide them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How do we help children understand why bad things happen to good people? That’s one of life’s hardest—and most honest—questions. In this meaningful episode, Chrys and Shellie sit down with author Courtney Reissig to talk about her new children’s book, Seth and the Very Scary Storm. Drawing from her own personal experiences, Courtney gently helps children understand an important truth: bad things don’t happen because of something they did or said. Instead, this story points young hearts toward a God whose plans are rooted in goodness, purpose, and what is best for His kingdom—even when circumstances feel frightening or confusing. This insightful and compassionate conversation equips parents and grandparents with language, perspective, and hope as they help children navigate fear, worry, and life’s storms. ⸻ In This Episode, We Discuss: • How Seth and the Very Scary Storm addresses fear in age-appropriate ways • Courtney’s personal story and what inspired the book • Talking honestly with kids about suffering and fear • How to reassure children of God’s goodness during scary seasons Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Artificial intelligence is everywhere—and it isn’t going away. In this timely and thoughtful conversation, Chrys and Shellie take on AI and the many tools now available to all of us, with one goal in mind: understanding it well enough to use it wisely. We don’t want to bury our heads in the sand—but we also don’t want to hand over discernment without asking important questions. If we, as adults, don’t understand tools like AI, we can’t help our children and grandchildren navigate them safely and responsibly. In this episode, Chrys and Shellie talk honestly about the benefits, concerns, and boundaries surrounding AI. They remind us that while technology can be a gift, it never replaces relationships, wisdom, or human connection. ⸻ In This Episode, We Discuss: • Why AI is something we need to understand—not fear or ignore • The rapid growth of AI tools and what that means for families • Why adult understanding matters before guiding kids • Healthy questions to ask before using new technology • The difference between helpful tools and unhealthy dependence • Why relationships, faith, and discernment still matter most Rocking it Grand AI Resource for Families Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices