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Good Inside with Dr. Becky

Dr. Becky Kennedy

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Join clinical psychologist and mom of three Dr. Becky Kennedy on her weekly podcast, as she takes on tough parenting questions and delivers actionable guidance—all in short episodes, because we know time is hard to find as a parent. Her breakthrough approach has enabled thousands of people to get more comfortable in discomfort, make repairs after mistakes, and always see the good inside. You'll gain the tools to embody your authority while developing a stronger parent-child connection, helpi ...
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Have a strong-willed child who doesn't respond to consequences, argues like an attorney, and refuses to do things your way? Good! You're in the right place. Celebrate Calm Founder Kirk Martin has given over 1,000,000 parents and teachers around the world practical, life-changing strategies to stop power struggles, yelling, and defiance NOW. Based on work with 1,500 challenging kids (many with AD/HD, OCD, ODD, ASD, etc.) in his home, and years spent in classrooms, Kirk's approach is refreshin ...
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Parenting Out Loud

Mamamia Podcasts

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Your weekly dose of culture-savvy conversation parents actually want. We break down the latest from the zeitgeist, news cycle and trending MumTok conversations, with smart takes and zero sugar-coating. Sharp, funny, never sanctimonious: if parents are thinking it, we’re talking about it.. Hit play and join the group chat.
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The Tim Ferriss Show

Tim Ferriss: Bestselling Author, Human Guinea Pig

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Tim Ferriss is a self-experimenter and bestselling author, best known for The 4-Hour Workweek, which has been translated into 40+ languages. Newsweek calls him "the world's best human guinea pig," and The New York Times calls him "a cross between Jack Welch and a Buddhist monk." In this show, he deconstructs world-class performers from eclectic areas (investing, chess, pro sports, etc.), digging deep to find the tools, tactics, and tricks that listeners can use.
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Powerful Parenting

Detroit Country Day School

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Hosted by Detroit Country Day Lower School Director Jennifer Pitcher, Powerful Parenting brings together parents and local experts to discuss the most pressing issues facing today’s families. With a focus on practical strategies, emotional insight, and child development, each episode offers valuable tools to support positive, effective parenting in a changing world.
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Sean Donohue Show

Sean Donohue

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Parenting is hard and messy, but help is here. With videos and teachings enjoyed by many millions, Sean Donohue - the world-famous Family Coach & viral social media sensation - has helped countless parents for 25 years transform their parenting and build connected, healthy homes...and raise amazing adults.Filled with edgy story-telling, intense scenarios and Positive Parenting tools to fill your toolbox, enjoy unfiltered coaching from the man himself. Go Deeper with Sean at SaveMyFamily.us
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This podcast is for parents who not only want to short-term tips for handling current kids' behaviors and moods, but who are exhausted from addressing the same situation over and over and want to find solutions that last much longer into the future. Because you will receive plans and step-by-step tools, it's also for parents who crave feeling in control -- and who do much better with structure than the chaos traditionally associated with parenting.
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Raising emotionally strong and mentally healthy kids doesn’t have to be overwhelming. In this podcast, Parenting and Kids Life Coach Suhasini shares mindful, conscious parenting strategies that simplify your journey—one insight at a time. Whether you're parenting a spirited 6-year-old or a quiet teen who’s locked in their room, this show offers practical tips, relatable stories, and emotional tools to help you raise calm, confident children—while becoming a more grounded and joyful parent yo ...
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Optimal Relationships Daily, steered by the insightful Greg Audino, a seasoned life coach, is a podcast dedicated to enhancing your personal connections. Greg explores the intricate dynamics of relationships, from dating to marriage and parenting. He handpicks and narrates insightful content from a variety of respected bloggers and experts, offering listeners a rich tapestry of perspectives on relationship building, communication, conflict resolution, and self-love. Greg's approach is both c ...
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Everyone needs a little help being a human. From sleep to saving money to parenting and more, host Marielle Segarra talks to experts to get the best advice out there. Life Kit is here to help you get it together. Want another life hack? Try Life Kit+. You'll support the show and unlock exclusive curated playlists and sponsor-free listening. Learn more at plus.npr.org/lifekit
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For parents who want to navigate divorce & co-parenting with more ease & confidence. Coach Meg Gluckman shares tools, tips, and resources for thriving during and after divorce. Topics include: decision-making, parenting, new relationships, co-parenting, schedules, money, career, body image, habits, and more.
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Raising Good Humans

Dear Media, Aliza Pressman

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As a parent, do you ever wish someone could just whisper some realistic and trustworthy support in your ear? And not make you feel awful for not having all the answers? Well, that’s what I’m here for. I'm Dr. Aliza Pressman, developmental psychologist, parent educator, asst. clinical professor, and co-founder of both Mount Sinai Parenting Center and SeedlingsGroup. And I'm a mom... trying to raise two good humans myself, so I'm in this with you! In each episode, we'll go deep (but brief) wit ...
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Truth: Kids don’t come with a handbook! But what if there was a parenting handbook that aligned with your healthy living values? In each episode of the Healthy Parenting Handbook Podcast, mom of 4 Katie Kimball interviews experts in fields like nutrition, medicine, psychology, parenting, technology, entrepreneurship, and more to give parents tools to raise healthy, independent kids. Intentional parents, here comes clarity about what you can DO to keep your kids physically and mentally healthy!
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Parenting for Faith exists to equip and encourage parents to raise God-connected children and teens. In the podcast, the Parenting for Faith team offer ideas and tools, answer questions, review books, host interviews and panel discussions. Discover our free course for churches and more at https://parentingforfaith.org Parenting for Faith is part of BRF, a registered charity.
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Welcome to the Joyful Courage Podcast - a place where parents of tweens and teens come to find inspiration, information and encouragement in the messy terrain of adolescence This season of parenting is no joke - and while the details of what we are all moving through might be slightly different, we are having a collective experience. This is a space where we center building relationship, nurturing life skills, and leaning into our own personal growth. My name is Casey O’Roarty, I am a parent ...
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Parents today face the challenge of guiding their children through a world that feels increasingly complex. Dr. Meg Meeker, known as America's Mom and a leading authority on parenting, teens, and children's health, provides practical insights to simplify the parenting journey. As a trusted pediatrician, mother, and bestselling author, Dr. Meeker engages with top experts and real parents to discuss current issues, answer important parenting questions, and offer actionable advice. Her podcast ...
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Parenting is Heart Work

Parenting is Heart Work

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With parenting advice coming at you from so many sources, how do you know what to listen to and what to ignore? Parenting the heart of a child is completely different than the behavior modification approaches that often parents use. Instead of relying on rewards, incentives, threats, and punishment, you'll learn how to identify heart lessons to teach your child and implement them in practical ways. In this podcast, Parenting Coaches Dr. Scott Turansky and Elena Zwetsloot will offer you strat ...
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Untriggered Parenting

Paula Sampson Lawrence

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We provide parenting tips, expert insight and inspiring conversations designed to empower you in your parenting journey and beyond! Host: Paula Sampson Lawrence (Mama and Certified Parent Coach) Connect with me: https://www.facebook.com/paulalsampson https://www.instagram.com/untriggered_parenting Email me: [email protected] https://www.accelerateempowerment.com/parentcoaching Book a free 30 minute session with me here - https://calendly.com/paula_accelerate/parent_coaching
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Dad Without Borders

Blue Netherclift

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Modern fatherhood meets mountain grit. I’m Blue, host of Dad Without Borders — a podcast about raising kids across continents, navigating blended families, and staying connected against the odds. After losing custody of my eldest son, I found creative ways to keep our bond strong — even picking up a skateboard in my 40s so we had something to share across oceans. Each episode dives into the resilience and creativity of dads rewriting the fatherhood story, blending practical tools with soulfu ...
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The Balanced Parent Podcast

Laura Froyen, PhD

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Parenting is often lived in the extremes. It’s either great joy or chaotic overwhelm. One moment you’re nailing it and the next you’re losing your cool. I want to help you find your way to the messy middle, to a place of balance. You see, balance is a verb, not a state of being. It is a thing you DO, not a thing you ARE. It’s an action, a process, a series of micro-corrections that we make, each and every day, to keep ourselves feeling centered. We are never truly balanced, we are engaged in ...
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Autism & Neurodiversity

Jason & Debbie Grygla

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Parenting or working with neurodivergent children, teens, or young adults? Join us Jason Grygla, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Founder and Director of NeuroDev, a specialized mentoring program for neurodivergent young adults, and Debbie Grygla, Certified Parent Coach as we share practical tools, expert insights, and personal experiences to help you better support neurodivergents and foster their growth, development, and emotional well-being.
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The Impactful Parenting Podcast helps parents turn their chaos into connection with their children. Through meaningful stories, the podcast provides parenting tips for making family life easier! Why? Because school-aged children bring different challenges to parenting that younger kids don’t! The Impactful Parenting Podcast provides help for raising your adolescent child. So if you’re asking yourself questions like: • ”Is this normal?” • ”Why is my teenager doing this?” • ”How do I get my ch ...
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Let's Parent on Purpose is your essential monthly podcast for strengthening your marriage, parenting, and personal relationship with Jesus. Hosted by Jay Holland, this show blends timeless biblical truths with insightful interviews from leading experts in marriage, parenting, and discipleship. As part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network, Let's Parent on Purpose provides you with the practical and spiritual guidance you need to grow into the parent and spouse you aspire to be. Discover ...
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That's An Issue

Living Lchaim

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In today’s fast-paced world, it can feel harder than ever to build emotional health, strong relationships, and inner peace. On That’s an Issue, hosted by Elisheva Liss, we have honest, thought-provoking conversations with leading mental health professionals and with people who have personally faced real challenges, from anxiety and trauma to struggles within marriage, parenting, and faith. Grounded in Jewish values and community, this podcast explores what it means to heal, grow, and connect ...
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NerdWallet's Smart Money Podcast

NerdWallet Personal Finance

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NerdWallet’s trusted finance journalists answer real-world money questions to help you make smarter financial decisions with confidence. Each episode dives deep into topics like budgeting, saving, investing, home buying, and credit cards, cutting through misinformation to bring you clear, actionable advice backed by thorough research. By the end of every episode, you’ll have the latest financial insights and the tools you’ll need to manage your money wisely, build wealth, and plan for life’s ...
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Formerly the Parenting after Trauma podcast, internationally recognized children's mental health expert Robyn Gobbel decodes the most baffling behaviors for parents of kids with vulnerable nervous systems. If you're parenting a child who has experienced trauma or toxic stress or a child with a neuroimmune disorder, sensory processing, or other nervous system vulnerability, this show will let you know you are not alone. You can stop playing behavior whack-a-mole because Robyn offers you tools ...
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Co-Parenting is the relationship that never ends. If your ex is difficult to deal with, if you are experiencing high-conflict and/or the children are being hurt by the behavior of your ex partner, then this show is for you. You may not be able to change them but you CAN change everything that your child needs to be healthy and happy. Listen in as Charlie and Brook discuss the principles, tools and techniques available in order to create peace in high conflict co-parenting relationships.
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Parenting Teens Got You Stressed? 🎙️ Dr. Cam—The Teen Translator—Has Answers! Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam is the go-to podcast for parents who are ready to get real about raising teenagers. Hosted by Dr. Cam Caswell—adolescent psychologist, certified parenting coach, and mom of a teen—this podcast is all about honest conversations that dive deep into the challenges parents face and providing actionable solutions that actually work. Dr. Cam doesn’t just talk theories—she shares real-life ins ...
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Pixel Parenting

Patricia Cangas

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Pixel Parenting is your weekly guide to raising tech-savvy, balanced kids. Hosted by Patricia Cangas Rumeu, a mum and a seasoned expert in digital literacy and educational technology, this podcast aims to empower parents to guide their kids’ tech use confidently and thoughtfully. From screen time to educational apps, join us to explore tools and insights that help kids—and parents—build healthy digital habits. Listen to our trailer and subscribe to stay updated!
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Hey There Thrivival

Dwóh Enterprises

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Are you a new parent or parent of twins and multiples? Do you want to thrive, rather than just survive? Welcome to our show - a modern, step, by step guide to get you best set up for thrivival! No outdated, frumpy or stuffy content - we're for NEW parents, we are new parents and we have found the best of the best experts, research and stories. If you're time poor - look no further - community and support building, efficiency hacks and tools, pregnancy, symptom management, partner support, bo ...
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Happier with Gretchen Rubin

Gretchen Rubin / The Onward Project

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Gretchen Rubin is HAPPIER, and she wants you to be happier too. The #1 bestselling author of The Happiness Project and Better Than Before gets more personal than ever as she brings her practical, manageable advice about happiness and good habits to this lively, thought-provoking podcast. Gretchen’s cohost and guinea pig is her younger sister, Elizabeth Craft, a TV writer and producer living in Los Angeles, who (lovingly) refers to Gretchen as her happiness bully. Sales and Distribution by Le ...
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Join Natasha, founder of Butterfly Minds, where she shares stress management tools for neurodiverse families. Plus how mums who are feeling lost and want to discover how to find purpose outside motherhood can navigate this journey. She brings together 15 years of community learning and development experience, personal experience, coaching and wellbeing tools to offer strategies to support your wellbeing. Natasha is an author of 3 books where she shares mindfulness through storytelling. Tune ...
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Cybertraps Podcast

Frederick Lane & Jethro Jones

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We explore the risks arising from the use and misuse of digital devices and electronic communication tools. We interview experts in the fields of cybersafety, cybersecurity, privacy, parenting, and technology and share the wisdom of these experts with you!
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Not your typical homeschooling podcast! Support for your out-of-the-box, neurodiverse kids. Here you will find real talk from the trenches of parenting and homeschooling. This podcast elevates the stories and voices of parents like you who are also looking for training, tips, tools and testimonies to learn, try out and thrive in this brave new world of learning at home!
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OG Therapy Podcast

Elevate Podcasting

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OG Therapy Podcast (formerly Light The Fight podcast) is hosted by David Kozlowski "Koz" Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, High school teacher, and social health business presenter. OG Therapy Co-hosts are Jason Hewlett (Hall of Fame Speaker) Robert Johnson AKA Rojo (Former Tennessee Titans Free Safety) and Kenneth Scott AKA K-Scott (accomplished rap artist, author, TEDx speaker) The boys answer questions from teens, young adults, parents, and professionals. OG Therapy is all their lif ...
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Dear Young Married Couple

Adam & Karissa King

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Marriage Counselors, Adam King, MA, and Karissa King, MA, talk with couples, pastors, and therapists about strengthening your marriage as a busy couple. From communication and finances to parenting, building trust, and cultivating godly desire and intimacy in the bedroom, this podcast equips you with tools to deepen your connection and create a thriving marriage.
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Catholic Mom Calm

Sterling Jaquith

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Calling all Catholic moms! Did you know it's possible to do this Catholic motherhood thing without losing your mind? Parenting these days is so hard because most of us are doing it without the tools we need. I'm Sterling Jaquith, a homeschool mom to six young kids, a business owner and I teach busy Catholic moms how to have more peace in their lives and homes. Each week on the Catholic Calm Mom podcast, I'll give you practical tools for calming yourself down, discerning what God wants you to ...
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EPIC Conversations Podcast explores the real challenges parents and carers face when supporting young people through mental health struggles or risky, even life-threatening, behaviours. Each episode features meaningful discussions with guest speakers who bring lived experience, professional insights, and practical strategies. Our goal is to equip parents, carers, and those working with young people with tools, knowledge, and hope — so they can better support both their young people and thems ...
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Welcome to the Sensitive and Neurodivergent podcast (formerly The HSP Podcast) with Julie Bjelland, LMFT, a space for sensitive and neurodivergent individuals to explore emotional well-being, self-compassion, and empowerment. Join Julie and her guests as they discuss topics like managing sensitivity, overcoming shame, coping with a world not set up for us, and finding joy. The podcast offers insights and tools to help you navigate the world as your authentic self, build resilience, and conne ...
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Raise Strong

Alex Anderson-Kahl

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Raise Strong is the podcast that helps you turn parenting chaos into calm and power struggles into connection. Hosted by school psychologist and parent coach Alex Anderson-Kahl, each episode blends child psychology, empathy, and practical tools to help you respond with confidence, teach emotional regulation, and raise resilient, emotionally intelligent kids. Discover reflective discipline, gentle parenting, and mindset shifts that make every day feel more peaceful—because strong kids start w ...
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Welcome to the Beanstalk Single Mums Podcast A supportive space created to empower single mums from all walks of life, no matter where they are on their solo parenting journey. Hosted by Lucy Good (founder) and Elle Sitek (owner of beanstalkmums.com.au), each episode features expert guests who share practical advice and lived wisdom on the realities of single motherhood. We cover everything from separation and family law to co-parenting, education, careers, dating, sex, wellbeing, household ...
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Raising Athletes

Rob Taormina

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Raising Athletes is the ultimate guide for parents supporting their young athletes on the journey toward college recruitment and beyond. Hosted by experts in sports development, recruiting, and mental performance, this show provides actionable advice, inspiring stories, and practical tools to help parents navigate the competitive world of youth athletics. From goal-setting and skill development to navigating the recruiting process, Raising Athletes is your trusted playbook for helping your c ...
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As a parent coach working with families for over 20 years, I've learned that raising teenagers requires us to pause before reacting. In this episode, I sit down with meditation expert Katie Krimitsos to discuss how mindfulness helps parents navigate adolescent chaos without making things worse. Katie shares practical ways to go within, manage paren…
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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2766: Allison Carmen reminds us that teaching children the power of "Maybe" can transform fear and uncertainty into curiosity and hope. By showing kids that difficult moments, whether during ho…
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In Part 2 of this live series, Meg returns with practical solutions for one of the biggest challenges facing today’s families: protecting kids from online porn and predators. If Part 1 opened your eyes to the harsh reality, Part 2 arms you with real tools, proven strategies, and powerful conversations that can help you take back control. Join Meg a…
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Learn how first-generation wealth builders create financial freedom and what stablecoins could mean for your savings. How do you build wealth when you’re the first in your family to be able to do so? And can stablecoins really out-earn your savings account? Host Elizabeth Ayoola and Sean Pyles explore generational wealth-building and the myths and …
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Millions of people have been left without access to food as a result of funding delays for SNAP benefits. Kevin Curry of Fit Men Cook, an online food community, shares resources for those affected, including how to build a low-budget cart at the grocery store. Follow us on Instagram: @nprlifekit Sign up for our newsletter here. Have an episode idea…
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Sometimes a teaching story has such a great lesson that it doesn’t even matter if it’s not true. While the famous story of the sardines and the catfish turns out to be apocryphal, it illustrates a useful truth: Being in an environment where we need to show hustle can be better for us than quiet, stagnant surroundings. Get in touch: podcast@gretchen…
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Feeling overwhelmed by college admissions? I sat down with David Blobaum, a national test prep expert, to demystify the entire process. We discuss how test-optional policies really work, what admissions officers actually look for, and why prestigious schools aren't always the best choice. David shares insider secrets like using the Common Data Set …
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If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, stuck in survival mode, or even quietly ashamed that you’re struggling – this episode is a gentle lifeline. 🙏 You are not alone. Single mums often carry the world on their shoulders, in silence. But pushing down your feelings doesn’t make them go away; it only leads to burnout and that deep sense of isolation. It…
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Do you get triggered by tantrums, kids pushing your buttons and ruining your busy agenda, leaving messes everywhere, smart aleck responses, or siblings fighting with each other? Of course you do! But when you react, you make power struggles worse, behavior never changes, and relationships become strained. Kirk gives you specific action steps to ove…
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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2793: Dr. Diana Kirschner offers six empowering strategies to handle unsolicited dating advice without damaging your relationships. By blending emotional intelligence with boundary-setting tool…
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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2792: Kristine Klussman explores how we assess the meaning in our lives, challenging the common yes/no approach to the question. By encouraging honest reflection across different life areas and…
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In this conversation, attorney and author Justin Whitmel Earley unpacks how embodied habits shape our spiritual life—what he calls habits as liturgies. Drawing on neuroscience and Scripture (Genesis 2:7; Romans 5; Ephesians 2; Psalm 23), Justin explains why the body often leads the heart, how practices like box breathing + breath prayers, sleep and…
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A twist on our “Clear the Decks” strategy—this episode guides you through a series of quick, one-minute tasks to help you get organized for the holidays. Resources & links related to this episode: Sign up to be an organ donor! We mention the Five-Senses Journal, which includes spaces to do five-senses portraits. To make it easier to identify good g…
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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2791: Tynan explores the nuanced reality of romantic relationships, highlighting the critical role of honest, non-judgmental communication from day one. His personal shift from the world of pic…
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Call it what you like — sleep deprivation/sleep recession/The Exhaustion Economy —but when you're not getting enough sleep as a parent, it's sheer torture. And when actor Keira Knightley named it for the hell it is, every parent felt it in their (tired) bones. This week, we’re unpacking the long-haul burnout that comes with parenting — and the soci…
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In this episode, Brook Olsen sits down with attorney, mediator, and DivorceWave founder Tamara Rowles to explore divorce as a spiritual journey and an opportunity for self-reinvention. Together, they dive into how high-conflict separations—while painful—can also become a gateway to growth, self-awareness, and long-term peace. Tamara shares how mind…
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Welcome to Parenting is Heart Work! This season, we will focus on marriage, with podcast episodes inspired by Dr Scott Turansky's latest book Activate Your Marriage. Whether your marriage feels strong or strained right now, the principles in this book—drawn from God’s Word—can provide hope, encouragement, and practical steps toward greater connecti…
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In this week’s episode I engage in a critical discussion with Imran Ahmed, Head of the Center for Countering Digital Hate, about their alarming study on how teens are using AI chatbots like Chat GPT as companions. We discuss the staggering statistics revealing that over 70% of adolescents use Chat GPT for companionship, with over 50% doing so regul…
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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2790: Brittany Olson offers practical, heartfelt strategies to help children cultivate gratitude during a season often dominated by consumerism. From screen-free months to meaningful giving tra…
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In this heart-centered conversation, Dr. Judith Orloff returns to the podcast to talk with host Carol Roesler about the gifts of being a highly sensitive person, her new children’s book The Highly Sensitive Rabbit, the role of empathy in healing, and practical tools for emotional regulation, self-love, and hope in a chaotic world. The interview was…
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In this transformative episode of Parenting Great Kids, Dr. Meg Meeker welcomes psychotherapist and parenting coach Todd Sarner to unpack powerful, research-backed parenting strategies that prioritize connection and attachment over behavior control. Sarner challenges the traditional "behavior-first" models and instead encourages a relational, attac…
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https://rachel-bailey.com/364-2/When your child rolls their eyes, snaps "You're so annoying," or yells "Whatever!", it's natural to jump in with, "Don't talk to me that way!" or "That's unacceptable." You want to teach them to be respectful... but those reactions usually only make situations worse. In fact, the best thing to do when your child is d…
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Learn how to pick dental, vision, life, and disability coverage with confidence, and when refinancing a home can actually save you money. Is now a good time to refinance your mortgage? Which open enrollment benefits are worth it this year? Hosts Sean Pyles and Elizabeth Ayoola talk to an expert about the ins and outs of open enrollment in 2026. But…
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Every parent plays "roles". Some play the hero, some play the doormat, some play the drill sergeant. Other play the role of homework nagger, reminder, or social chair. Some play good cop... and others play bad cop. The problem? Sometime we choose poor roles! Most parents don’t even realize the role they’re stuck in—and their kids and the connection…
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After a big blowup or recurring fight with your partner or spouse, how do you reconnect? Couples therapist Baya Voce offers a five-step process for couples to make amends after conflict, including what to do if you're still upset and how to make sure both of you get a chance to say what you feel and need. Follow us on Instagram: @nprlifekit Sign up…
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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2789: Kate Brierly reframes co-parenting as a necessary skill for anyone raising a child with a partner, whether you're married, separated, or somewhere in between. With practical advice ground…
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I'm sharing something crucial about setting boundaries with teens that most parents miss. When our teenagers push back against our "no," our nervous systems can get completely hijacked by their anger and disappointment. In this episode, I break down the neuroscience of what happens in these heated moments and offer practical tools using curiosity a…
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Trigger Warning: This discussion touches on sensitive topics related to trauma, abuse, & recovery. Baruch Bergman shares his raw story of surviving sexual abuse as a child in a yeshiva, how the community’s denial deepened his pain, and how that led to years of addiction and mental health struggles. He talks about losing trust in religion, battling …
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This episode is a part of a special series of interviews conducted at the INCH360 Cybersecurity Conference in Spokane, Washington. Visit their website to learn more about INCH360 and their mission. Host Jethro D. Jones interviews Tara Chandler, Treasury Management Officer at ICCU. They discuss fraud prevention in banking, the importance of protecti…
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Feeling like you're failing at everything? You're not. In this episode, Sterling shares a gentle, Catholic way to move through those heavy moments: calm your body, separate your worth from your to-do list, and let Jesus tell you the truth about who you are. You'll learn: How to calm your nervous system when "failure" thoughts hit Why "I am a failur…
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In this episode, psychotherapist and parenting coach Todd Sarner shares powerful insights into defiance, attachment, and the instincts driving our children's behavior. We explore why kids resist, what's really behind "challenging" behavior, and how understanding their emotional needs can transform how we respond. Todd brings clarity and compassion …
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Do you have kids who reflexively say, “No” or ask, “Why?” when you ask them to do things? Reject your ideas about food and faith? Kids who choose harsh consequences instead of simply doing what you ask? How can you handle these situations differently without giving in or creating endless power struggles? I give you scripts, strategies, and importan…
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If you’re tired of snapping, yelling, or punishing on autopilot—this episode is your wake-up call. Reactionary parenting doesn’t make you strong; it makes you predictable. Your kids know exactly how to push your buttons, and you’re giving away the steering wheel every time you blow up. Sean breaks down why parents get stuck in reaction mode, what i…
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We talk about the value of having a party (a party that’s not family- or child-centric). We share an easy hack for assembling furniture. Plus listeners give their examples of how they feel the pressure to “use up”—the beautiful offerings of the world. Resources & links related to this episode: Here's a guide to help you generate thoughtful gift ide…
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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2788: Linda Sulvita reveals how embracing sensitivity, often dismissed as weakness, can become a powerful force for healing and connection. Her story of intuitive compassion leading to a strang…
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David Baszucki is the founder and CEO of Roblox. TIME named Roblox one of the “100 Most Influential Companies,” and it has been recognized by Fast Company for innovation on their “Most Innovative Companies” and “Most Innovative Companies in Gaming” lists. This episode is brought to you by: Qlosi prescription eye drop used to treat age-related blurr…
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If homework has turned into an exhausting nightly standoff, this episode is for you. Dr. Cam and neurodivergent therapist Holly Blanc Moses reveal why ADHD teens aren’t “stubborn” or “unmotivated”—they’re stuck due to executive functioning challenges like task initiation, time blindness, working memory, and overwhelm. You’ll learn how shame and the…
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In today’s episode we speak to Jonathan Beecham about gaming. Jonathan is a digital creator and founder of Emmaus Gaming. He is based in London and has a background in youth ministry where he utilised video games and social media to pioneer new ways of doing ministry online. We asked Jonathan about how to use the Parenting for Faith key tool of ‘su…
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The very morning I did this interview, my husband was complaining about how badly he felt because of a certain number...and when I heard Heidi's final "practical" challenge to parents, I knew we had to do it. This interview was a HUGE paradigm shift for me, and you will alternately want to turn it off as it gets challenging and find yourself cheeri…
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In this episode, Amy speaks directly to the part of every parent that whispers, “You’ve got to fix this.” Drawing from her own journey - from years of researching and even attending graduate school to understand her child’s behavior - she shares what she’s learned about the nervous system, safety, and why trying to “fix” our children keeps both par…
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❌ Ever heard “happy wife, happy life”? Or “just learn to compromise”? Monica Tanner—author of Bad Marriage Advice—joins Adam and Karissa to turn some of the most common marriage clichés upside down. Did you know that compromise can actually breed resentment? This episode will make you rethink the way you communicate with your spouse. Could some of …
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