Episodes
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Is social media the right place for meaningful awareness, or is it just preaching to the choir?
In this episode, Zach and Tori chat about Dwarfism Awareness Month and how effective social media is (or isn’t) when it comes to advocacy. They also talk about how they navigate conversations around identity for themselves — and for their kids.
In this episode:
How we approach dwarfism awareness
Tori’s thoughts about identity and motherhood
What we’re excited for this holiday season -
Spooky season looks a little different for the Roloff family these days! In this episode, Zach and Tori chat about creating fall traditions with their kids after the farm, including a new pumpkin patch and celebrating Halloween in their own way. Plus, they share an update about Jackson’s medical journey — including an unexpected discovery!
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An update on Jackson’s medical journey
How we’re building new fall traditions with our family
How we celebrate Halloween (without the scary stuff!) -
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Why wait until things get tough to pray?
In this episode, Zach and Tori talk about how practicing gratitude and prayer during life’s peaceful moments builds a strong foundation for whatever comes next. They also chat about making new friends as adults, maintaining meaningful relationships, and the importance of checking in on loved ones regularly.
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Using our good seasons to support others
Leaning on faith and prayer even when everything is great
Making (and keeping) adult friendships -
We’ve read some pretty wild things about ourselves online—and today, we’re sharing the most ridiculous ones with you!
In this episode, we reveal the most outrageous—and downright mean—insults we’ve encountered on social media. We also discuss how public scrutiny affects our personal lives, and share how we handle the emotional ups and downs of living in the spotlight.
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The truth about Zach’s dirty socks
The good and bad of sharing our life online
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A fun family soccer game turned chaotic when Jackson took a tumble, leading to an unexpected trip to urgent care—and a lesson in keeping calm under pressure.
Zach and Tori are in full parenting mode this week after Jackson’s soccer slip leads to an unexpected head injury. They recount the mayhem, from playing soccer in the living room to navigating the urgent care adventure. Spoiler: Jackson is a champ, Tori tries to keep it together, and Zach reminisces on his own emergency room visit.
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Jackson’s trip—and his trip to urgent care
Zach and Tori’s approach to handling emergency situations with their kids
How the Roloff family turns scary moments into funny memories -
Why does our house smell like fish?! In this episode, Zach and Tori talk about meeting Marlon from the YouTube channel Addicted Fishing and their trip to the Columbia River.In this Episode:🐟Jackson’s priceless reaction to a surprise fishing trip🐟All the rules you need to know before going fishing🐟The hilarious mishaps we had trying to carry all our fish home
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One of the worst feelings as a parent is seeing your child be let down. Whether it be because of a no-show at an event or because they don’t have the most aesthetic birthday party, as parents, we are extremely empathetic when it comes to our kids. But, maybe those things don’t matter to our kids as much as we think they do. Welcome back to Raising Heights with Zach and Tori Roloff. In this episode, we talk about challenges that families face, how we have navigated them, what our long-term parenting goals are, and more. Listen to our conversation to hear more about:❤️Navigating conflict and expectations with extended family❤️Doing things for your children without the worry of appearances❤️Understanding and conquering guilt as parents❤️Handling sibling arguments and competitiveness❤️Embracing kids as they get older and start branching out.
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Summer officially has come to an end as Labor Day passes us by and the kids go back to school. Welcome back to Raising Heights with Zach and Tori Roloff. So much has happened since we last recorded, and we’ve got a lot of catching up to do. Today, we’re jumping into back-to-school, our tough parenting season, our Labor Day shenanigans and so much more. Ready to catch up? Listen to our conversation to hear more about: ➡️ Getting older, vision challenges, and pushing through life’s every day challenges➡️ Adaptive sports and the value of recreational sports for people with physical challenges➡️ The first week of school, Costco lunch mishap, and building effective communication➡️ Our long-term love of Rico the streetcar racer
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Going viral is the goal when social media is your career. So, how did 60 MILLION views on a viral video change our lives?! Honestly, not at all. Welcome back to Raising Heights with Zach and Tori Roloff. In this episode, we talk about how to navigate challenges with social media as a business, especially as parents of younger children. From navigating negative comments to setting healthy boundaries, we cover it all. Listen to our chat to hear more about:📱How going viral opens your comment section up to negativity📱Setting boundaries and expectations with social media for children with grace and understanding📱Do we hold our kids to a higher standard than we hold ourselves? 📱The new fear unlocked during a camping trip, how kids act differently around each parent, why you shouldn’t watch the new Snow White movie, and more
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Whether you’re a self-proclaimed Disney adult or not, planning a trip to Disneyland means you’ll be making a ton of decisions. Some of these choices can be the difference between making all of your dreams come true… or a stressful disaster. Welcome back to Rasing Heights with Zach and Tori Roloff. In this episode, we (well, mostly Tori) give you some pointers so you can plan the perfect trip to The Happiest Place on Earth. Listen in to our conversation to find the answers to some serious questions, including: 🏰 Are the Lightning Lane Multi Passes really worth the money? 🏰 Do you really need a reservation and a ticket? 🏰 How old should kids be when they’re taking their first trip? 🏰 What does Disney have in store for Halloween? 🏰 What are Zach and Tori’s favorite attractions, lodging options, and restaurants (and which ones do they avoid)?
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Summer is coming to an end — the days are getting shorter, back to school is closing in, and the Summer Olympics are in full swing. Welcome back to Raising Heights with Zach and Tori Roloff. In this episode, we’re reflecting on our summer experiences and talking about our favorite activities for this time of year. At the top of the list: watching the Summer Olympics, exploring locally and going on adventures of kayaking, fishing, and outdoor fun. Tune in to our conversation to hear more about:
Why the stories and athletic feats of the Olympics are just so good
Our favorite summer activities for the whole family
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Your wedding is supposed to be one of the best days of your entire life — and ours was. But what made it so great and helped us create a fantastic relationship wasn’t hiring the best DJ or choosing the best flowers… it was putting the marriage first. Welcome back to Raising Heights with Zach and Tori Roloff. In this episode and in honor of our wedding anniversary, we share our wedding story, break down exactly what we did pre-vows for a stellar party and lasting relationship, and how you can tap into building an everlasting love with hard work, dedication and respect long before you say ‘I do.’ Listen to our chat to hear more about: 💍The three necessary ingredients for the best wedding ever💍Why the things you do leading up to your wedding really matter💍What you can do before your wedding to build a solid marriage-first relationship
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What happens when you take rowdy kids through the White House and then on a trip full of athletics and new friends? Amazing things, turns out! We’ve had a busy week full of travel, sports competitions and connecting with some truly amazing people. Welcome back to Raising Heights with Zach and Tori Roloff. In this episode, we’ll be talking trophies, the ups and downs of traveling with kids, and the incredible experience we had in Washington D.C. Listen to hear more about: ✈️ Our Washington D.C. and Baltimore experiences (and a little Capital-building chaos)✈️ The importance of having grace with yourself and your kids when traveling✈️ Lessons learned from our recent travel experience ✈️ The blessings of finding your community
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Dealing with loss and infertility is a deeply personal journey, filled with emotional highs and lows. It's a topic that's challenging to discuss but so important to share.Welcome back to Raising Heights with Zach and Tori Rolloff. This week, we're opening up about our own experiences with infertility, and the importance of open communication, faith, and support.Listen in to hear more about:👉 Tori and Zach's personal experiences with their miscarriage👉 The decision-making process after a failed pregnancy👉 How pregnancy loss impacted their faith👉 The importance of sharing your story
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Packing, planning, and keeping the peace—traveling with kids can feel like riding a rollercoaster of emotions. From the inevitable "are we there yet?" to unexpected detours and delays, every trip becomes a test of patience and resilience. Welcome back to Raising Heights with Zach and Tori Roloff. In this episode, we talk about our experiences and tips for traveling with kids. From successful strategies to hilarious mishaps, join us as we dive into managing air travel with young kids.Listen to our conversation breaking down: ✈️ Traveling with kids, tips for packing and organization.✈️ What has work for us and what has not.✈️ Managing expectations and interactions with airport staff and travelers.✈️ Our philosophy on television and screen time.✈️ The importance of kindness and leadership in stressful situations.
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Society — especially in the digital age — can be a hurtful place. Today we’re unpacking one of the most damaging questions we’ve received to shine some light on the truth of having children. The question: Why would you bring kids into this world when you knew they might have dwarfism? Welcome back to Raising Heights with Zach and Tori Roloff. In this episode, we talk about the reality of having kids in today’s world of choices and medical advancement and why you shouldn’t let society dictate whether you choose to grow your family. Medical challenges, physical and mental differences and obstacles can happen to anyone. That doesn’t make anyone make anyone undeserving of having and growing a family. Listen to our conversation breaking down: ➡️ The power (and dangers) of medical advancement and choice➡️ Why society needs to drop the hate and embrace differentness ➡️ Society has a problem, and it’s up to all of us to change perceptions➡️ Upcoming LPA conference — balancing expectations and why we’re so excited
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Being the cast of a reality TV show isn’t always fun or easy (though there are plenty of great moments). There’s challenges when it comes to building and maintaining relationships and boundaries with the crew and your friends and family, and especially frustrating experiences when you film in public and all eyes are on you. Welcome back to Raising Heights with Zach and Tori Roloff. This episode, we’re talking about what really happens behind the scenes of reality television. From the great relationships built with the crew to the awkward truths of filming unscripted, we share our experiences.In this episode, we talk about: 📽️ The fishbowl effect and why Zach hated filming in public📽️ Truth or working with crew members in your home, filming your life📽️ Navigating the personal and business side of reality television📽️ The impact of filming a reality TV show on friendships (and why it’s really not easy)
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Relationships aren’t always easy — especially when people start to question chemistry based on appearances alone. Welcome back to Raising Heights with Zach and Tori Roloff. This week we’re diving into the topic of dating in a mixed-height relationship. With the pressure of public opinions, overcoming initial reactions and learning to ignore outside negativity, we talk about what it’s like to date someone who is different from you. Don’t let outside opinions keep you from your happiness — live and lead with open-mindedness, love and acceptance. In this episode, we talk about:💕 The truth about dating for mixed-height couples💕 Winning over Tori’s dad (he did not approve at first)💕 Zach’s struggle with PDA and why it was actually a good thing💕 Why outside opinions do nothing but keep you from happiness
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Pregnancy and postpartum experiences are a blessing… but that doesn’t mean they’re easy. Women get to experience this amazing miracle of creating life, but they’re also faced with a ton of challenges along the way. Welcome back to Raising Heights with Zach and Tori Roloff. In this episode, Tori shares a glimpse into her own postpartum journey, from the discomfort of being in her own body to coming to terms with the fact that her high school jeans would never fit again — and that’s alright. In a world where it seems like women are constantly comparing themselves to others, Tori and Zach shed some light on their experiences. Listen in as we discuss: ➡️ Struggling with the balance between appreciating the beautiful gift of pregnancy and struggling with body image➡️ The importance of understanding and respecting that everyone’s experiences (and bodies) are different➡️ Surgery, doing the work, and finding the right option for you ➡️ Coming to terms with your new body, and learning to love the imperfections — even in the age of Instagram
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Living as someone who is ‘different’ can be difficult. But it’s important to understand that no two stories are the same. Differences can come with immense challenges, but it’s up to you to make a difference in the world and let your light shine. Welcome back to Raising Heights with Zach and Tori Roloff. This week, we are blessed to be talking with our friends, Kevin and Danielle Cekanor, who host their own podcast A Little More Light. We talk about life, love and so much more. From breaking the ego and mindsets that might be holding you back in your relationships and life planning to the power of embracing who you are, how you’re different, and the difference you can make in the world, we share personal stories and words of wisdom.Listen to hear more about:❤️ Relationships and life planning with dwarfism ❤️ Recognizing you can make a difference with what you have❤️ The power of opportunities to talk to people outside your typical realm
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