Andy Earle
Host of the Talking to Teens Podcast and founder of Write It Great
Appears in 321 Episodes
Ep 342: Hot vs. Cold Communication Explained
Kenneth Ginsburg, author of Lighthouse Parenting, explains how parents can build lasting bonds with teens by balancing structure, trust, and unconditional love, and sh...
Ep 341: Launching Your Teen into Adulthood
Robert Finlay, author of Hey Dad, shares essential strategies on how parents can equip teens with crucial adulting skills, covering money management, networking, handl...
Ep 340: Why Teens Need You to Listen Differently
Christine Miles, author of What Is It Costing You Not to Listen?, teaches us how transformational listening can deepen connections with teenagers by hearing what's uns...
Ep 339: Ending Imposter Syndrome for Teens
Richard Orbé-Austin, author of Your Child's Greatness, discusses imposter syndrome, perfectionism, boundaries, and how parents can empower teens to build true resilien...
Ep 338: How Teens Can Master Emotional Control
Ethan Kross, author of Shift: Managing Your Emotions So They Don't Manage You, explains how teens and parents can become adept at emotional regulation, manage upsettin...
Ep 337: Coaching Youth Sports with Character
Mike Matheny, author of The Dad Coach, reveals how parents and coaches can teach character through youth sports, handle competitive pressures, and create a positive at...
Ep 336: The Teen Brain on Kindness
Nicole Karlis, author of Your Brain on Altruism, discusses the neuroscience behind altruism, revealing how acts of kindness impact teen brains, mental health, resilien...
Ep 335: What Disabled Parents Can Teach Everyone
Jessica Slice, author of Unfit Parent, shares her profound insights and experiences on disability and parenting, breaking down stereotypes, addressing ableism, and sho...
Ep 334: How Music Shapes Teen Minds and Moods
Sara and Morton Sherman, authors of Resonant Minds, reveal how parents can use music intentionally to build stronger connections with teens, navigate emotions, and sup...
Ep 333: Finding Joy and Humor in Parenting Teens
William Stixrud and Ned Johnson, authors of The Seven Principles for Raising a Self-driven Child, share how parents can build connection, support autonomy, set healthy...
Ep 332: Why Punishments Aren't Working
Doug Bolton, author of Untethered, reveals why teenage misbehavior is a skill issue rather than a motivation problem—and explains how adults can teach teens emotional ...
Ep 331: Helping Teens Feel Wealthy—Inside and Out
Elizabeth Husserl, author of The Power of Enough, joins us to discuss how parents can teach their teens a healthy relationship with money, how to use financial decisio...
Ep 330: How to Validate Your Teen (And When Not To)
Caroline Fleck, author of Validation, explains how to make teens feel deeply understood and supported, highlighting powerful validation tools, avoiding common parentin...
Ep 329: Who Needs College Anymore?
Kathleen deLaski, author of Who Needs College Anymore?, joins us to discuss the evolving necessity of college education in light of new career pathways, rising tuition...
Ep 328: Introducing Teens to an Experimental Mindset
Anne-Laure Le Cunff, author of Tiny Experiments, joins us to discuss how an experimental mindset can offer teens a refreshing, exploratory approach to personal success...
Ep 327: Getting Teens to Listen the First Time
Paul Sunseri, author of "Gentle Parenting Reimagined," shares strategies for fostering respectful and productive communication with teenagers, focusing on maintaining ...
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...