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Turn it Over with Susie and Rob

39 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 99 ratings

Hi, we’re Susie and Rob and we’re a newly married couple working to blend our family of 7. Though we’ve each been married before, we’re finally ready to start over and heal the wounds of divorce through the lens of God’s unconditional love. Together, we’re committed to showing up everyday without shame (maybe for the first time) as the most honest and vulnerable version of ourselves. Join us as we pull back the rug, turn over everything to God and tackle remarriage, dating, exes, single parenting, finances, life and love, one discernment at a time.

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Episodes

Let the Haters Go

June 20, 2022 05:00 - 17 minutes - 23.9 MB

It’s not just our children who struggle with the opinions of others, we can also do it as adults. Join Rob and Susie as they talk about ignoring their critics and leading by example for their children.

Summer of Intention

June 13, 2022 05:00 - 19 minutes - 27.1 MB

Today our hosts are laying out their plans for this summer and their intentions for the days with their children. Listen as they share their “Summer of Scripture” ideas and how they plan to limit technology.

These Dark Times

June 06, 2022 05:00 - 15 minutes - 21.7 MB

Susie’s solo episode touches on the current tragic events in Uvalde, TX. We are inundated with evil and it seems impossible to live in these last days. Listen as she describes how to hold both grief and joy.

Don’t be derailed!

May 30, 2022 05:00 - 19 minutes - 26.4 MB

This week Susie and Rob received some disappointing news. A door they thought was theirs to walk through was shut. Today the couple talks about how to trust God in every disappointment and how not to give the enemy a seat at your table. Robert is proclaiming and believing that God’s plans will not be thwarted and that even better things are on the horizon! Take the lessons, the sharpening, the growth and do not be derailed!

Step by Step

May 23, 2022 05:00 - 21 minutes - 29.9 MB

Today our hosts are tackling the topic of step children. In one of their most honest episodes, Susie and Robert discuss old wounds and the hurt from not treating all the children the same. An honest mistake has turned into an opportunity for growth and change.   “Helping Moms Raise Confident Daughters” by Terra Mattson is the resource you need to develop and keep a loving, secure connection with your daughter, all while helping her to be confident in all that God has created her to be. T...

In Laws & Boundaries

May 16, 2022 05:00 - 24 minutes - 33.1 MB

A common point of contention in marriage is dealing with in laws. Today our hosts discuss the different kinds of relationships they’ve experienced with their extended family members and how to best draw boundaries.

Make Family Great Again

May 09, 2022 05:00 - 22 minutes - 30.3 MB

Our hosts are hearing God whisper that their greatest calling right now is in the home. Listen as Susie and Rob discuss all the ways in which they hope to steward their children and rekindle their passion for homemaking. They hope to share their testimony and their enthusiasm with all who listen

Failure to Launch

May 02, 2022 05:00 - 23 minutes - 32.8 MB

Some kids have a harder time being independent than others. As a blended family with 5 children, Rob and Susie talk about which kids need more of a push than others and how God is helping them steward their maturity.

Life with your Ex

April 25, 2022 05:00 - 22 minutes - 31.3 MB

How do you deal with your ex spouse? Are your exes remarried? Can you be in the same room with your ex? On today’s episode our hosts answer the most common questions they get about divorce.

Victim Mentality & Regrets

April 18, 2022 05:00 - 20 minutes - 28.7 MB

Are you still making excuses for why you aren’t where you’d like to be? Is it possible you are modeling that victim mentality for your children? Today our couple is discussing the importance of the present and what scripture teaches us about living for today.   Some days, parenting can be downright challenging. Christian Parenting’s founder, Janet Denison, just released a devotional book called A Great Calm. It provides short devotionals based on Scripture that will strengthen your life ...

Low Self Esteem

April 11, 2022 05:00 - 22 minutes - 30.8 MB

Whether you personally or your children struggle with low self esteem, this is a must listen episode. Join our hosts as they discuss how you can begin to speak life over yourself and find truth in who God says you are.

How to Pray Away the Anxiety and Stress

April 04, 2022 05:00 - 26 minutes - 36.6 MB

Susie & Robert discuss in detail what it looks like to turn over the stress and anxiety to God. They also touch on self sabotage and perfectionism.   Today’s podcast is sponsored by Faithful Counseling.   Is there something going on in your life and you wish you had a professional to help walk you thru it? I know I couldn’t have gotten through my divorce without a counselor, and a CHRISTIAN counselor at that.   Faithful Counseling is a solution for people seeking traditional ment...

Codependency & Expectations

March 28, 2022 05:00 - 26 minutes - 36.5 MB

Is it unrealistic expectations or is it other-oriented perfectionism? Join Susie and Robert as they discuss what boils down to codependency and the temptation to feel responsible for the other person’s mood.  Lots to unpack in today’s episode.   We’re SO excited to announce this year’s Perfectly Imperfect Digital Event, taking place April 8. This year’s event is called Parent with Purpose and you can get early-bird ticket pricing until March 16. So please grab your ticket soon!   A...

Get Back on that Horse!

March 21, 2022 05:00 - 18 minutes - 25.2 MB

After any kind of break or hiatus, it seems more difficult to get things moving again. Whether it be physical health, career goals, or commitments/resolutions, it’s always harder to start over. Join our couple discuss the ways in which they will attempt to get back at it after a long Spring Break.   We’re SO excited to announce this year’s Perfectly Imperfect Digital Event, taking place April 8.   This year’s event is called Parent with Purpose and you can get early-bird ticket prici...

Meditation & Words of Affirmation

March 14, 2022 05:00 - 21 minutes - 30.1 MB

Robert’s new daily practice is a 10-30 minute meditation. In this time God is giving him specific words of affirmation to speak over himself. Susie is all ears and the two discuss the powerful changes they’ve seen happen.   We’re SO excited to announce this year’s Perfectly Imperfect Digital Event, taking place April 8.   This year’s event is called Parent with Purpose and you can get early-bird ticket pricing until March 16. So please grab your ticket soon!   As parents, it’s so...

Mercy on Me

March 07, 2022 06:00 - 17 minutes - 24.7 MB

In today’s solo episode, Susie takes a look back at the first episode and is confronted with her perfectionism. Spiritual growth and pruning means you don’t arrive on the scene as a perfect flower, but God can continue to make you stronger and more precious with each painful season.   Today’s podcast is sponsored by Faithful Counseling. Is there something going on in your life and you wish you had a professional to help walk you thru it? I know I couldn’t have gotten through my divorce...

Who wears the pants?

February 28, 2022 07:41 - 18 minutes - 25.8 MB

Does Robert or Susie call the shots? Join our hosts as they talk about a more conservative and traditional approach to the roles as husband and wife.

Judgemental, Hypocritical, Homophobic

February 21, 2022 06:00 - 17 minutes - 24.7 MB

How do non-Christians describe Christians? Robert and Susie take a deeper dive into the stereotypes of believers and how to lead by example. They touch on traditional marital structures.

Spiritual Warfare

February 14, 2022 06:00 - 24 minutes - 34.1 MB

Every time our hosts sit down to record “Turn It Over”, it seems like tensions are high and fights break out. How do we push through and recognize the enemy when he’s at work? Join Susie and Robert as they share their experience in this area.   We’re not sure if you’ve noticed or not, but growing up these days in the good ‘ole U-S-of-A ain’t for the faint of heart. There’s the pressure of social media for one. Then there’s this thing called a worldwide pandemic and the anxiety it brings....

Mental Effects of the Pandemic & Vacations with Kids

February 07, 2022 06:00 - 21 minutes - 30 MB

Join Robert and Susie as they talk about the mental effects of the last two years and how they find themselves trying to get away from it all. Spoiler alert, you need God to get you through these last days.     We’re not sure if you’ve noticed or not, but growing up these days in the good ‘ole U-S-of-A ain’t for the faint of heart. There’s the pressure of social media for one. Then there’s this thing called a worldwide pandemic and the anxiety it brings. Then there’s relentless peer pre...

Sex & Sweatpants

January 31, 2022 06:00 - 16 minutes - 23.3 MB

Join our hosts as they talk about physical intimacy. The kids keep interrupting our hosts’ sex life and Susie’s sweatpants aren’t helping things!   There is still time to preorder this spring’s Makers’ Décor Box at shopfromsusie.com, an exclusive collection of American-made home décor to brighten your home. Expect 8-10 high quality products that are hand-curated for your delight. You'll find everything from pillows, throws, florals, candles, trays, and MORE! Your Décor Box also premiers ...

Where are you now?

January 24, 2022 06:00 - 21 minutes - 29.1 MB

Is this where you thought you’d be? Robert and Susie talk about where they thought they would be and how to trust God’s good and perfect timing. Don’t lose faith in what God has put in your heart.   There is still time to preorder this spring’s Makers’ Décor Box at shopfromsusie.com, an exclusive collection of American-made home décor to brighten your home. Expect 8-10 high quality products that are hand-curated for your delight. You'll find everything from pillows, throws, florals, cand...

Mending Broken Bridges

January 17, 2022 06:00 - 21 minutes - 29 MB

Robert has been considering reaching out to his estranged father. Join the couple as they talk about this idea and other relationships they would like to mend.     As a parent, we know you want your family to grow closer to each other AND to the Lord this year. That’s why we’re excited to let you know about a brand-new resource we’ve just released.    It’s called Love God, Love Others, and it’s a four-week family challenge to live out the greatest commandment from Jesus, which is to...

Soften our hearts

January 10, 2022 06:00 - 18 minutes - 25.7 MB

Today’s podcast is sponsored by Faithful Counseling.   Is there something going on in your life and you wish you had a professional to help walk you thru it? I know I couldn’t have gotten through my divorce without a counselor, and a CHRISTIAN counselor at that.   Faithful Counseling is a solution for people seeking traditional mental health counseling, but who would prefer hearing from the perspective of a Christian.   It’s not a crisis line, it’s not self-help, it is profession...

Vision 2022

December 27, 2021 06:00 - 19 minutes - 27.1 MB

Robert and Susie share their favorite pastime from last year. Learn how to do this activity alone, with your spouse, and with your kids! “Where there is no vision the people perish.” Proverbs 29:18     The 626 Foundation is a 501c(3) nonprofit interior design firm that offers no-cost design services to families affected by life’s unexpected tragedies; including but not limited to divorce, miscarriage, widowhood and illness. The foundation is entirely donor funded and relies on the gene...

Things that make you go GRRR!

December 20, 2021 06:00 - 20 minutes - 28.3 MB

Laugh with Susie and Rob on this episode where they share their pet peeves. Laughter is the best medicine and there’s no shortage of jokes in this episode!   The 626 Foundation is a 501c(3) nonprofit interior design firm that offers no-cost design services to families affected by life’s unexpected tragedies; including but not limited to divorce, miscarriage, widowhood and illness. The foundation is entirely donor funded and relies on the generous support from people like you. Please cons...

Hello God? It’s me, Anxiety Girl.

December 13, 2021 06:00 - 25 minutes - 34.9 MB

Robert and Susie talk anxiety and how they believe it’s best overcome. If you struggle with getting out of your own head, you’ll want to hear this one!     Being a Christian mom or dad in today’s world can be hard. Some days, it’s really hard. That’s why the team here at the Christian Parenting Podcast Network is more committed than ever to resourcing parents like you with the biblical guidance you need to raise your kids to follow Jesus in a world that’s doing everything it can to thr...

Ho ho ho, exes and ohs! Surviving the holidays divorced.

December 06, 2021 06:00 - 23 minutes - 31.6 MB

Join Susie and Rob as they talk about their holiday dynamics with multiple exes. Remember to protect your joy and keep things in perspective and the focus on your children.     Today’s episode is sponsored by Lodgewell, a destination vacation rental company in Austin, TX and the surrounding hill country. Turn It Over listeners can get 10% OFF their nightly rate (taxes and fees excluded) when they book at lodgewell.com and use code TURNITOVER. Discover carefully curated, unique proper...

I don't know how to pray.

November 29, 2021 06:00 - 23 minutes - 31.7 MB

What is prayer supposed to look like? Robert and Susie talk about their prayer life and how they pray with their kids. Today’s podcast is sponsored by Faithful Counseling. Is there something going on in your life and you wish you had a professional to help walk you thru it? I know I couldn’t have gotten through my divorce without a counselor, and a CHRISTIAN counselor at that. Faithful Counseling is a solution for people seeking traditional mental health counseling, but who would pref...

Why don’t you take my last name?

November 22, 2021 06:00 - 16 minutes - 22.3 MB

Rob and Susie talk about how to become one in marriage without losing your own identity. Susie struggles letting go of the grip on her brand.     Today’s podcast is sponsored by Faithful Counseling. Is there something going on in your life and you wish you had a professional to help walk you thru it? I know I couldn’t have gotten through my divorce without a counselor, and a CHRISTIAN counselor at that. Faithful Counseling is a solution for people seeking traditional mental health ...

Grandma Knows Best

November 15, 2021 06:00 - 23 minutes - 32 MB

Join us as Susie and Robert interview Susie’s 88 year old grandmother about life, love and days remembered. You’ll love her candor and uncensored take about the world today.     Christmas is coming — and fast! And depending on where you are in your parenting journey, this can be an exciting thing, an overwhelming thing, or both!But here’s the deal. Christmastime doesn’t have to be an exhausting, survival-mode time of year. It can be a season of renewal as we anticipate the birth and ce...

It’s me or the kids!

November 08, 2021 06:00 - 19 minutes - 27.1 MB

Today Robert and Susie talk about their children and the challenges and joys of becoming a step-parent. Listen as they share the struggle in keeping a biblical familial structure in today’s counter culture.

A Father for the Fatherless

November 01, 2021 05:00 - 23 minutes - 32.3 MB

Susie asks Rob to go a little deeper about his childhood memories. Hear Rob talk about his encounter with God that healed over 40 year old wounds.   If you’re new here, shopfromsusie.com is our online-based home décor store. Most of our products are made here in Texas and around the United States. We commission local makers and artists, while including Susie’s personal designs, to create a one-of-a-kind collection of home décor goods.   Each season we are sending out a box packed ful...

Meet Rob Brinck

October 25, 2021 05:00 - 17 minutes - 23.8 MB

Today Rob shares his story with us. Meet the man, the myth, the legend and find out a little more background information on our co-host.   Today’s podcast is sponsored by Faithful Counseling. Is there something going on in your life and you wish you had a professional to help walk you thru it? I know I couldn’t have gotten through my divorce without a counselor, and a CHRISTIAN counselor at that. Faithful Counseling is a solution for people seeking traditional mental health counselin...

You went through my phone?!

October 18, 2021 14:24 - 25 minutes - 35.2 MB

Robert asks Susie for some more information as a follow up to her solo episode. Find out more about how deep the wound of betrayal actually goes and how the couple plans to move forward. Today’s podcast is sponsored by Faithful Counseling. Is there something going on in your life and you wish you had a professional to help walk you thru it? I know I couldn’t have gotten through my divorce without a counselor, and a CHRISTIAN counselor at that. Faithful Counseling is a solution for peopl...

“Who Is Susie Robb?”

October 11, 2021 05:00 - 20 minutes - 27.6 MB

In today’s episode we take an in depth look at Susie Robb. She shares where she is today and how she continues to heal from her painful divorce.

I Give ‘em 3 Years

October 04, 2021 05:00 - 25 minutes - 34.8 MB

Robert and Susie are tackling their critics head on! Perhaps you know the stigma of divorce or the isolation that comes from a broken relationship. Join the couple as they discuss judgments from family and friends and their hopes to prove them wrong.   Rowe Casa Organics is pleased to offer our listeners 20% OFF their first order with code TURNITOVER20. Susie swears by the Hormone Kit and Thyroid Drops for regulating her hormones. Robert loves the Magnesium Cream and Tart Cherry for slee...

“How Low Can You Go”

October 04, 2021 05:00 - 30 minutes - 41.7 MB

How often in conflict do you hit below the belt or bring things up from the past? Why is it that we have to hurt each other before we can come down from the rage within? Join Robert and Susie as they discuss spiritual and practical ways in which to fight fair.     Rowe Casa Organics is pleased to offer our listeners 20% OFF their first order with code TURNITOVER20. Susie swears by the Hormone Kit and Thyroid Drops for regulating her hormones. Robert loves the Magnesium Cream and Tart C...

Introducing Turn It Over

September 27, 2021 05:00 - 3 minutes - 5.34 MB

Hi, we’re Susie and Rob and we’re a newly married couple working to blend our family of 7. Though we’ve each been married before, we’re finally ready to start over and heal the wounds of divorce through the lens of God’s unconditional love. Together, we’re committed to showing up everyday without shame (maybe for the first time) as the most honest and vulnerable version of ourselves. Join us as we pull back the rug, turn over everything to God and tackle remarriage, dating, exes, single pare...