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Ep 326: Breaking Generational Parenting Cycles
Melanie Shankle, author of Here Be Dragons, joins us to share insights from her complex mother-daughter relationship and discuss how parents can break generational cyc...
Ep 325: Self-Hate in Teenagers is Dangerous
Blaise Aguirre, author of I Hate Myself, joins us to discuss the pervasive issue of self-hatred among teenagers, explore the role of comparison and perfectionism in se...
Ep 324: Teen Crushes, Relationships, and Growth
Lisa A. Phillips, author of First Love: Guiding Teens Through Relationships and Heartbreak, joins us to discuss the complexities of teenage love, including the effects...
Ep 323: From Passenger to Explorer Mode
Jenny Anderson and Rebecca Winthrop, authors of The Disengaged Teen, join us to discuss their insights on teenage disengagement and share strategies to foster better l...
Ep 322: Communication Skills for Parents and Teens
Michael Chad Hoeppner, author of Don't Say Um, joins us to share speaking tips for parents and teens, focusing on effective communication techniques and how delivery c...
Ep 321: Tips for Teenage People Pleasing
Amy Wilson, author of Happy to Help, joins us to discuss the complexities of people pleasing, her personal journey of overcoming it, and strategies for teaching teens ...
Ep 320: Lessons in Self-Worth for Teens
Ellen Hendriksen, author of How to Be Enough, delves into the nuances of perfectionism, how it affects teens, and offers guidance on fostering self-acceptance while ma...
Ep 319: How to Truly Support Your Teen
Chinwe Williams, author of Seen, joins us to discuss how parents can truly connect with and support their teenagers by understanding their emotional needs and fosterin...
Ep 318: Empowering Sobriety in Teens
Claudia Black, author of Your Recovery, Your Life for Teens, joins us to discuss emotional literacy, the power of community in recovery, and how parents can break enab...
Ep 317: Rethinking Punishment for Teenagers
Paul C. Holinger, author of Affects, Cognition, and Language as Foundations of Human Development, delves into the role of interest in building self-esteem, the dangers...
Ep 316: Educating Teens About Cancer
Chadi Nabhan, author of The Cancer Journey, joins us to discuss how parents can talk to their teenagers about cancer, understand the common misconceptions, and best su...
Ep 315: Cultivating a Champion's Mindset
J.D. Kinimaka, author of "The Competitive Spirit," explains how parents can develop a competitive attitude in their teens, emphasizing mental toughness, resilience, an...
Ep 314: Breaking Bad Habits with Teenagers
Dr. Sophie Mort, author of "Unstuck," provides insights into breaking negative habits, understanding teen decision-making, and reshaping the narratives surrounding ado...
Ep 313: The Hidden Curriculum of Parenting
Nate Hilger, author of The Parent Trap, explores the complex expectations placed on parents, the importance of skill-building over mere test scores, and how societal c...
Ep 312: Helping Teens Break Through Personal Growth Barriers
Sean Grover, author of Shortcuts to a Happier Life, dives into the psychology behind teenage behaviors and how group therapy can significantly aid in their personal gr...
Ep 311: Highly Gifted Teens Need Support Too
Dr. Matthew Zakreski, author of The Neurodivergent Playbook, joins us to discuss the unique challenges of raising gifted and twice exceptional teens, emphasizing socia...
Ep 310: Helping Teens Develop Positive Body Image
Charlotte Markey, author of Adultish, joins us to discuss teen body image and well-being, sharing research-based strategies for fostering body gratitude and combating ...
Ep 309: Rethinking Anxiety and Panic Attacks
Nicole Cain, author of Panic Proof, discusses how anxiety can be a helpful messenger and shares holistic approaches parents can use to help their teens understand and ...
Ep 308: Empowerment Beyond Perfection
Dr. Abbie Marono, author of Work in Progress, joins us to explore the science of true empowerment and resilience. We discuss how parents can help teens handle shame he...
Ep 307: Teen Parenting Mistakes and Wisdom
Amy Betters-Midtvedt, author of You'll Make It, and They Will Too, joins us to share her experience raising five teenagers and offers practical advice on effective com...
Ep 306: Mathematical Confidence for Parents
Ben Orlin, author of Math for English Majors, joins us to share how parents can understand and teach math effectively. We explore how mathematics can be approachable a...
Ep 305: The Science of Teen Resilience
Tovah Klein, author of Raising Resilience, explains how parents can help their teens develop the resilience needed to overcome life’s inevitable setbacks, emphasizing ...
Ep 304: Overcoming Unconscious Sexism as Parents
Jo-Ann Finklestein, author of Sexism and Sensibility, joins us to discuss the pervasive nature of unconscious gender biases, how they shape our daughters' lives, and w...
Ep 303: The Secret to Raising Securely Attached Teens
Eli Harwood, author of Raising Securely Attached Kids, dives into connection-focused parenting, exploring how parents can maintain strong bonds with teens, even as the...
Ep 302: Debunking Gender Myths for Parents
Michelle Jurkiewicz and Diane Ehrensaft, co-authors of Gender Explained, join us to dismantle common misconceptions about transgender and non-binary youth, address the...
Ep 301: Raising a Politically Engaged Teen
Lindsey Cormack, author of How to Raise a Citizen, joins us to discuss the importance of teaching teens about civics and political engagement, and provides actionable ...
Ep 300: Favorite Clips in Review!
Welcome to Episode 300! For this week’s episode, we’re sharing some of our clips from our favorite episodes. This is material previously reserved for members, but we l...
Ep 299: Addiction Through a Sociological Lens
Patricia Roos, author of Surviving Alex, explores the complexities of addiction, advocating for a shift from punitive measures to a public health approach and sharing ...
Ep 298: Maximizing Teen Potential
Scott H. Young, author of Get Better at Anything, joins us to demystify the true essence of learning, improvement, and mastery, shedding light on how parents can guide...
Ep 297: Raising Skeptical Thinkers
Alex Edmans, author of May Contain Lies, delves into how confirmation bias and belief polarization skew our perceptions, offering tips for parents to help their teenag...