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  • Preparing for a HUGE TRIP! Special Interview with Jackson
    Oct 23 2025
    visit: ➡️ https://raisingheights.com In this episode of 'Raising Heights,' Zach and Tori discuss fall activities and their special family dynamics, and challenges. Later, they are joined by a special guest, Jackson, who talks about his exciting upcoming out of the country! Don’t miss out on this fun and heartfelt episode, filled with laughter, family bonding, and plans for new adventures! 00:00 Embarrassing Soccer Moments 00:31 Welcome to Raising Heights 00:41 A Perfect Fall Day 00:55 Pumpkin Patch Plans 01:36 Special Guest Announcement 02:01 Peak and Pit: Weekly Highlights 02:21 New Friends and Good Food 05:11 Challenges of Parenting and Social Media 09:12 Coaching Youth Soccer 15:32 Cozy Earth Sponsorship 18:02 Raising Heights Community 20:50 Reflecting on Old Memories 21:09 Sharing Faith and Feedback 21:52 Heights Report: Current Events 22:00 Baseball Playoffs Excitement 24:05 Nobel Peace Prize Discussion 25:12 TV Show Surprises and Frustrations 26:56 Travel Plans and Excitement 31:24 Father-Son Bonding Over Soccer 40:26 Concluding Thoughts and Sign Off SPONSOR: Cozy Earth: visit https://cozyearth.com/ & Use Code: HEIGHTS for 20% OFF! Support the Show! Become a MEMBER - visit: ➡ https://raisingheights.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    42 min
  • Peaks, Pits, & Pumpkin Patches
    Oct 16 2025
    visit: ➡️ https://raisingheights.com In this episode Zach & Tori share their recent Peaks & Pits as well as some exciting news! Tune in for their thoughts on visiting the Farm, the new Taylor Swift Album, Seahawks, and a new way to support Dwarf Athletic Association of America! 00:00 Introduction 01:15 Peak and Pit: Life Updates 01:56 Tech Troubles and Solutions 03:57 School and Teaching Highlights 05:32 Household Chores and Clean-Up 09:40 Sports Talk: Soccer and More 10:37 Current Events and Pop Culture 13:36 Sponsored Segment: OP Soda 18:09 Sponsored Segment: Skims 19:18 Portland's Current State: A Reality Check 21:47 Member Highlights and Community Engagement 22:45 Pumpkin Patch Memories and Family Traditions 32:52 Exciting Announcements and Future Plans 33:24 International Travel and Soccer Dreams 38:33 Wrapping Up and Final Thoughts SPONSORS: OLIPOP: Get $2 off a 4-pack of Olipop https://drinkolipop.com/heights SKIMS: https://www.skims.com/heights SUPPORT THE SHOW! Become a Raising Heights MEMBER ➡️ https://raisingheights.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    39 min
  • Our RV Experience & Faith Talk | Raising Heights
    Oct 9 2025
    visit: ➡️ ⁠https://raisingheights.com⁠ Join Zach and Tori as they navigate through their daily highs and lows, answer listener questions, and share their thoughts on a variety of topics including parenting, religion, and current cultural trends. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:30 Seasonal Changes and Family Life 02:05 Peak and Pit: Highlights and Lows 04:01 Current Events Discussion 04:10 Debate on AI and Hollywood 07:54 JK Rowling and Public Opinions 12:56 Viewer Comments and Feedback 21:53 Reflecting on Faith and Personal Growth 22:50 Encouraging Audience Engagement 23:10 Exciting Weekend Adventures 23:16 Omaha Steaks Sponsorship 25:01 First RV Trip Experience 28:56 RV Mishaps and Lessons Learned 33:48 Kids' Fun and Socializing 36:11 Looking Forward to Future Trips 39:27 Wrapping Up and Final Thoughts OMAHA STEAKS: Go to ⁠https://OmahaSteaks.com⁠ to get 50% off sitewide during their Red-Hot Sale Event. And use Promo Code: "HEIGHTS" at checkout for an extra $35 off! Minimum purchase may apply. See site for details. A big thanks to our advertiser, Omaha Steaks! Support the Show! Become a MEMBER! Early & Ad Free Episodes visit: ➡️ ⁠https://raisingheights.com⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    41 min
  • Letting Kids Fight Their Own Battles | Raising Heights
    Oct 2 2025
    visit: ➡️ https://raisingheights.com In this episode Zach and Tori discuss the challenges of modern parenting and ways to let children build self confidence through "fighting their own battles". Additionally, the episode covers current events including Jimmy Kimmel's return, cancel culture, and the significance of Charlie Kirk's memorial viewership. This episode is PACKED! 00:00 Introduction 00:50 Peak and Pit: Highlights and Lows 01:15 NFL Game Experience 02:12 College Football Comparisons 05:10 Upcoming RV Trip 10:14 Current Events Discussion 22:29 Member Highlights and Merchandise 24:35 Listener Appreciation and New Member Welcome 25:36 Parenting Insights: When to Step In for Your Kids 28:22 Teaching Kids to Handle Teasing and Bullying 32:11 Promoting Mental Toughness in Children 33:21 Zocdoc: Making Healthcare Easy 36:10 The Importance of Parental Guidance and Support 37:00 Personal Stories and Reflections on Parenting 43:19 Encouraging Independence and Confidence in Kids 48:06 Final Thoughts and Encouragement SUPPORT THE SHOW - BECOME A MEMBER! visit: ➡️ https://raisingheights.com SPONSOR: https://www.zocdoc.com/heights Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    52 min
  • Our Thoughts About Charlie Kirk's Assassination...
    Sep 25 2025
    visit: ➡️ https://raisingheights.com In this episode of Raising Heights with Zach and Tori, we address the shocking recent events surrounding the assassination of Charlie Kirk, emphasizing the importance of discussing such difficult topics responsibly. 00:00 Introduction 01:12 Merchandise and Membership Announcements 02:27 Engaging with YouTube Comments 03:41 Fan Nicknames Discussion 05:48 Peak and Pit Segment 14:43 Current Events and Charlie Kirk Discussion 21:42 Reflecting on Political Awareness 22:36 The Impact of Charlie Kirk's Assassination 24:36 Cancel Culture and Media Responsibility 26:11 The Role of Faith in Public Discourse 28:17 The Importance of Authenticity in Tragedy 31:34 Navigating Church and Faith 35:47 The Need for Civil Debate 48:40 Concluding Thoughts and Call to Action Become a MEMBER - visit: ➡️ https://raisingheights.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    51 min
  • Answering Questions & Addressing Some Rumors...
    Sep 18 2025
    visit: ➡️ https://raisingheights.com In this episode of 'Raising Heights,' Zach and Tori, we are back from our summer break, and we wanted to share some of the comments and answer questions you guys sent in! Plus, as always we share Raising Heights Member comments, The Heights Report, and our peaks and pits. 00:00 Introduction 00:34 Welcome Back to Raising Heights 01:05 Engaging with the Audience 02:24 Member Comments and Interactions 07:13 The Heights Report: Current Events 19:33 Sponsored Segment: Omaha Steaks 22:09 Society and Accountability Discussion 23:49 Q&A Introduction and Social Media Shoutouts 24:13 Sponsored Segment: Skims 25:53 Non-Negotiables in Marriage and Parenting 30:15 Love Languages and Favorite Podcasts 33:54 First Camping Trip with the RV 38:27 Favorite Coffee Shops and TV Shows 42:44 Reflections on Being on Television 44:49 Conclusion and Member Benefits Support the Show! Become a MEMBER: visit: ➡️ https://raisingheights.com SPONSORS: SKIMS: https://www.skims.com/heights #skimspartner OMAHA STEAKS: Go to https://OmahaSteaks.com to get 50% off sitewide during their Red-Hot Sale Event. And use Promo Code: "HEIGHTS" at checkout for an extra $35 off! Minimum purchase may apply. See site for details. A big thanks to our advertiser, Omaha Steaks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    46 min
  • The Kids Took Over the Show AGAIN!!
    Sep 11 2025
    visit: ➡️ https://raisingheights.com In this episode of 'Raising Heights with Zach and Tori,' the WHOLE family gathers to discuss their summer highlights and challenges. These episodes are always so fun but so chaotic lol so apologies for wild audio and camera changes :) 00:00 Welcome Back to Raising Heights 00:25 Introducing the Kids 00:59 Explaining Peaks and Pits 02:48 Josiah's Summer Highlights 06:32 Jackson's Summer Adventures 17:13 HelloFresh Sponsorship 18:00 HelloFresh Promo and Weekly Menus 18:40 Lila's Excitement for Kindergarten 20:08 Lila's Summer Highlights 22:27 Lila's Monologues and Lost Tooth 27:48 Parenting Reflections and RV Purchase 33:32 Upcoming School Year and Family Dynamics 34:58 Podcast Wrap-Up and Future Plans GET 10 FREE MEALS! https://www.hellofresh.com/raisinghei... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    37 min
  • Back from Summer Break with BIG Family Updates! | Raising Heights
    Sep 4 2025
    visit: ➡️ https://raisingheights.com We're back from summer break! In this episode of Raising Heights, we catch up on all the highs, lows, peaks and pits of our summer as a family. From unforgettable Disneyland memories and the LPA convention to Jackson's brave leg surgery and Tori's return to teaching, it's been a season full of change, growth, and adventure. 00:00 - Intro & Welcome Back! 01:00 - New Podcast Setup: Cameras & Gear Talk 03:20 - Merch, Membership, and Community Shoutouts 06:45 - What is "Peak and Pit"? Family Tradition Explained 10:00 - Summer Recap: Highs & Lows Begin 12:30 - In-N-Out Opens in Washington: Local News & Fast Food Chat 16:00 - Family Road Trip to San Diego & LPA Convention 22:00 - Disneyland Adventures: Family Highlights & Parenting Wins 29:00 - Jackson’s Leg Surgery: Updates & Reflections 36:00 - Tori Returns to Teaching: Life Changes & Juggling Roles 41:00 - Real Talk: Family, Vacations, and Making Choices 47:00 - Lake Days, Kayak Stories, and Kids’ Milestones 52:00 - Meeting Friends & Disney Studio Tour Story 57:00 - Community Q&A, Comments, and What’s Next 59:30 - Wrapping Up: Thanks, Socials, and Final Thoughts https://www.zocdoc.com/heights Don’t forget to check out our merch and become a member at raisingheights.com for exclusive perks and ad-free listening! BECOME A MEMBER: visit: ➡️ https://raisingheights.com Thank you for being part of our journey. Do your best, forget the rest! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    46 min