Best Ned Johnson Podcasts (2025)

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Dr. Stuart Slaving: Simple Curricular Changes That Decreased Student Depression by 85% AND Raised Board Scores 32:57

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In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Stuart Slavin—pediatrician, medical educator, and a true superhero in the world of educational reform. Stuart’s groundbreaking work has shown that yes, we can dramatically improve student mental health without compromising academic performance—and he has the results to prove it. We get into why today's high scho…

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Ep 187: When is the digital world too much for kids? And what can realistically be done about it? With Julie Frumin, MFT 39:49

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Send us a text In this episode of Your Child Is Normal, Dr. Jessica Hochman talks with therapist and screen-time educator Julie Frumin about the digital world kids are growing up in—and how to push back. They explore the rise in anxiety, sleep deprivation, and attention issues linked to screens, and how we can respond as parents and communities. Ju…

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108 - Sarah Oh (Five Nights At Freddy’s, Muppets, Barbarian and the Troll) 1:04:47

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http://www.UnderThePuppet.com - Sarah Oh is a puppeteer and improvisor who got her start in puppetry working on the Jim Henson Company Show Splash and Bubbles. Since then she’s worked with The Muppets, Puppet Up Uncensored, Postmodern Jukebox and on TV shows like Kidding and The Barbarian and the Troll as well the blockbuster film Five Nights At Fr…

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Bridging EMDR, IFS, and Motivational Interviewing 48:32

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In this episode, we explore a powerful and often overlooked therapeutic trio: EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Motivational Interviewing (MI). If you’ve ever wondered how to help clients move from ambivalence to meaningful change—or how to make EMDR feel more relational and intuitive—this is the conversation for you.The Common Ground: Self-…

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Mike Golic Jr is a Swiftie - Athletics Check Sn2, Ep3 1:07:45

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Join Johnny Stanton as he welcomes Mike Golic Jr. from football royalty to Athletics Check and see what happens when two passionate fans nerd out on nerd culture. We welcome the incredibly charismatic Mike Golic Jr. - massive Swiftie, anime enthusiast, and snack food connoisseur - to discuss breaking the "jocks vs nerds" stereotype, his Dragon Ball…

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How to Talk to Girls about Drama-Free Friendships with Annie Fox – Rerelease 39:50

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Special Guest: Annie Fox Annie Fox is an Award winning writer, app developer and Educator Focusing on Social-Emotional learning and character development. Annie aims to teach kids to be good people because we need more good people. We are all villagers, so it's up to us. Some of her books include: Teaching Kids to Be Good People, Too Stressed to Th…

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Ep 186: Between a Shot and a Hard Place: A Conversation with Dr. Joel “Gator” Warsh 45:31

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Send us a text In this episode of Your Child is Normal, Dr. Jessica Hochman speaks with integrative pediatrician Dr. Joel “Gator” Warsh about his brand-new book, Between a Shot and a Hard Place. They discuss vaccine decision-making in today’s polarized climate, the importance of listening to parents, and how to navigate thoughtful conversations roo…

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#134 Let's Talk About Senior Summer 40:17

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The summer between high school and college isn't just busy—it's a profound transition that transforms both students and parents. This emotional crossroads, where students are "no longer" in high school but "not yet" in college, demands navigation through unfamiliar territory. We did a bit of a turn for this episode as Lynn interviewed Vicki about h…

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How to Talk about Parenting a Child on the Spectrum with Kate Swenson, Adrian Wood, and Carrie Cariello

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Six Steps to Being a Non-Anxious Presence 28:23

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Hey folks, Ned here. In this episode, I’m diving into something that feels more essential now than ever—how to be a non-anxious presence for the people who count on you. Whether it’s your kids, students, partner, or even yourself, being that calm, steadying force can make all the difference. I know from personal experience and years of working with…

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Ep: 185 Healthy Kids, Real Life: A Pediatrician Mom’s Honest Approach with Dr. Padget Skogman 32:32

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Send us a text In this episode of Your Child Is Normal, Dr. Jessica Hochman sits down with pediatric hospitalist and mom of three, Dr. Padget Skogman, for a refreshingly honest conversation about raising healthy kids in a very imperfect world. They dive into the real-life challenges of nutrition, screen time, and daily routines—offering practical, …

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Honoring the Light: A Conversation with Ralph De La Rosa 53:13

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In this deeply meaningful episode, I had the honor of speaking with Ralph De La Rosa—teacher, healer, and radiant soul—who sadly passed away earlier this week. This episode is a tribute to Ralph’s immense heart and the wisdom they so generously shared with the world. We explored the profound intersections of Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Buddhi…

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How to Build Self Esteem in Kids who were Adopted or Fostered with Dr. Sue Cornbluth – Rerelease 48:10

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Special Guest: Dr. Sue Cornbluth This podcast provides tips, scripts, stories and steps to help parents and educators understand the unique challenges of children who feel different, cast aside or devalued because of experiences in their childhood. Sue Cornbluth talks about children who were in the foster care system or who were adopted and how man…

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Ep 184: Flat Feet, Smelly Feet, Ingrown Toenails, Toe-Walking and more--your common feet questions answered! with podiatrist Dr. Michael Zapf 34:27

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Send us a text In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Michael Zapf, a podiatrist who’s been treating kids’ feet for nearly 40 years. We cover the most common foot concerns I hear from parents—how to tell what’s normal, when to worry, and what you can do to support healthy feet at home. In this episode you'll hear tips on ingrown toenails, shoes, feet h…

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A Spiritual and Psychological Journey Through Middle-earth 44:58

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Part 2 with Julian: The Inner Sauron – Power, Possession, and the Psyche In this episode, Julian and I dive deep into The Lord of the Rings through the lens of psychology, mythology, and IFS (Internal Family Systems). We explore the dark allure of Sauron—not just as a villain seeking domination through the One Ring, but as a metaphor for the exiled…

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#133 Rekindling Your Child's Motivation: an Interview with Ellen Braaten 51:14

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What happens when bright, capable students seem completely unmotivated about their future? Dr. Ellen Braaten, author of Bright Kids Who Couldn’t Care Less joins us to unpack this phenomenon that can leave you feeling frustrated and worried. We talked about motivation - how it's not just about "trying harder" but rather a delicate interplay between …

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How to Talk to Kids About Impostor Syndrome with Dr. Richard Orbé-Austin

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Ep 183: Feeding Without Fear: A Guide to Starting Solids with Cinthia Scott 37:10

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Send us a text This week on Your Child Is Normal, I’m joined by pediatric dietitian Cinthia Scott, co-author of Baby Leads the Way, to talk about starting solids, baby-led weaning, early allergen introduction, picky eating, and how to reduce the pressure we put on ourselves as parents. We cover practical tips like the “smush test,” how to reframe g…

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Episode 182: Communicating with Respect — The RIE Approach with Melani Ladygo 39:18

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Send us a text In this episode, I'm joined by Melani Ladygo to explore the RIE approach — a respectful, relationship-based way of communicating with children from infancy onward. Developed by Magda Gerber in the late 1970s, RIE (Resources for Infant Educarers) is built on the idea that even the youngest babies deserve to be treated as capable indiv…

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107 - Adrian Rose Leonard (If It Bleeds, Waffles & Mochi's Restaurant, Mr. Neighbor's House) 1:39:57

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http://www.UnderThePuppet.com - Adrian Rose Leonard is a puppeteer, builder and director who has worked in many forms of puppetry. She’s puppeteered on TV shows like Waffles & Mochi’s Restaurant, Crank Yankers and Mr. Neighbor’s House as well as movies such as If It Bleeds and The Butthole Surfers Movie. She’s also directed several projects includi…

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How to Talk to Kids about Becoming a Money Genius with Beth Kobliner – Rerelease 56:57

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Special Guest: Beth Kobliner Do you want to make your kid a money genius (even if you’re not)? Well then you are in luck today! We live in a time when stakes are high—many parents worry that their kids will NOT be more financially successful than they were- which is a big change from previous generations that always seemed to believe that the next …

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How to Talk to Kids about Creating Value in Their Lives with Lee Benson 49:44

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Ch. 8: "Seven Principles" for Supporting Student & Teacher Autonomy in Schools 42:54

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In this episode, I’m joined by my dear friend and co-author, Dr. Bill Stixrud. We dive into a topic that’s been at the heart of so many recent conversations: how schools can do a better job supporting students’ mental health, motivation, and overall well-being. Bill and I have spent a lot of time lately visiting schools, giving talks, and listening…

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Ep 181: Part 2 Childhood Vaccines--common parent questions explained with Dr. Paul Offit 36:28

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Send us a text In Part 2 of my conversation with vaccine expert Dr. Paul Offit, we take a deep dive into the most frequent vaccine questions families ask pediatricians today. We cover concerns like giving multiple vaccines at once, whether it’s safer to space out shots, why certain vaccines are given at birth, and how to explain the roles of preser…

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The Journey Home: Speaking with Julian Bermudez 32:16

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It was an absolute pleasure speaking with Julian Bermudez, founder of Psychedelic Integration, about his deeply personal and powerful approach to healing. In this episode, Julian shares his philosophy of psychedelic integration as a sacred return—a coming home to the body, to the heart, and to the version of ourselves that existed before life’s pai…

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Grant O'Brien is Mixing Cocktails & College Football - Athletics Check Sn2, Ep2 1:30:29

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Join Johnny Stanton and co-host Travis Reaves as they welcome Dropout star Grant O'Brien to Athletics Check and see what happens when a comedian and a former college football QB get together to talk sports and nerd culture. We welcome the incredibly funny Grant O'Brien and discuss Grant's love for Ohio State football (even though he kinda hates the…

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#132 – What’s Your Student’s College Timeline? 46:02

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You send your student off to college and you’re already anticipating that Commencement Ceremony four years later. But traditional four-year college timelines are becoming less common as students forge their own unique educational paths. In this episode, Vicki and Lynn explore the various ways students navigate higher education today – from gap year…

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How To Redesign Schools to Unleash Extraordinary Learning For All 29:29

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If you’ve ever looked at your kid’s school and thought, “Is this really the best we can do?”—this episode is for you. I sat down with the incredible Jenee Henry Wood, a national leader in community-based school design, and co-author of Extraordinary Learning for All. We dive deep into why our current educational system—designed a hundred years ago …

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How to Talk to Kids about Peaceful Sibling Relationships with Dr. Laura Markham – Rerelease 50:06

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Special Guest: Dr. Laura Markham Dr. Laura Markham trained as a Clinical Psychologist, earning her PhD from Columbia University. She is the mother of two, now ages 21 and 25. Dr. Laura is the author of the book Peaceful Parent, Happy Kids: How to Stop Yelling and Start Connecting and Peaceful Parent, Happy Siblings: How To Stop the Fighting and Rai…

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Ep 180: Part 1: Navigating Vaccine Hesitancy with Dr Paul Offit 21:59

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Send us a text In this conversation, Dr. Paul Offit and pediatrician Jessica Hochman discuss the importance of vaccinations, the challenges of vaccine hesitancy among parents, and the need for nuanced conversations in public health. They explore the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on public trust, and the science behind vaccination schedules. The d…

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Exploring IFS & Nonduality with Sid Friedman: Part 2 26:09

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I'm excited to share the latest episode of the Empowered Through Compassion podcast: Part 2 of my conversation with Sid Friedman. In this episode, we delve deeper into Sid's innovative approach to Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy and his exploration of nonduality. Sid discusses his YouTube channel, Effortless IFS with Sid Friedman, where he of…

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How to Talk about Raising a Self-Driven Child with William Stixrud, Ph.D and Ned Johnson

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Speaking with Sid Friedman on Kindness, Self-energy and Nonduality Part 1 25:41

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This episode is part 1 of a beautiful conversation with my dear friend Sid Friedman. Sid-- along with Laura Patryas-- have created an incredible IFS Facebook community called "IFS Nondual Community." Sid shares with me, and the audience, what is meant by nonduality, and how this intersects with IFS. We also speak about NVC-- Nonviolent Communicatio…

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Ep 179: How to embrace being a "good enough" mother. With Dr Margo Lowy author of Maternal Ambivalence 34:00

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Send us a text In this conversation, Dr. Margo Lowy discusses the complexities of motherhood, emphasizing the importance of embracing the messiness and normalizing the feelings that come with it. They explore the role of community support, the significance of maternal ambivalence, and the need for mothers to forgive themselves for not being perfect…

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#131 The Bigger Picture: Neurodiversity and College 59:29

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Elizabeth and Vicki were joined in this episode by Jane Thierfeld-Brown and Lorraine Wolf, important experts in disability services in higher education. Jane and Lorre shared their insights into the complexities that autistic students face as they transition from high school to college. They shared their personal journeys as well as the work they’v…

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How to Talk to Kids about Beating the Odds, Acceptance & True Self Worth with Peter Mutabazi – Rerelease 48:18

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What is to come for a child who is told he is garbage? Worthless? Beaten to the ground? I have often said that children who have the love, kindness and acceptance of an adult—or several adults—can be the difference. As you might remember me saying, Search Institute found that many young people don’t feel that they have at least 3 key adults to turn…

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106 - Stoph Scheer (Creatures of Yes, Muppets Mayhem, Slumberkins) 1:02:51

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http://www.UnderThePuppet.com - Stoph Scheer is a puppeteer, writer, and director who has worked with The Jim Henson Company, The Muppets, and even Banksy. Stoph is also a writer, producer and puppeteer for the surreal and nostalgic web series The Creatures of Yes, and has performed in Slumberkins, Puppet Up! Uncensored, and The Muppets Mayhem. I s…

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Ep 178: The Seven Principles to help Connection with your Child, with Ned Johnson 39:54

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Send us a text Ep 178: Ned Johnson joins Dr Jessica Hochman on "Your Child is Normal" and they explore the complexities of parenting, emphasizing the importance of connection, understanding, and enjoying the journey with children. Ned shares insights from his new book, "Seven principles for raising self-driven children", highlighting practical stra…

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Mike Wright Loves to Play Fantasy - Athletics Check Sn2, Ep 1 1:06:57

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Ever wondered how your love of sports can collide with your inner nerd? Calling all fantasy football fanatics and sneakerheads! 👟🏈 Mike Wright usually known as the insightful co-host of the Fantasy Footballers podcast, explores his passion for Dungeons & Dragons and his other passion that might surprise you: collecting Nike SBs. This love for sneak…

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How to Talk to Kids about Anxiety and OCD with Jennifer Weaver, LCSW

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Our New Book! The Seven Principles For Raising a Self-Driven Child: A Workbook 39:06

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In this very special episode, I sit down with my friend and co-author Dr. Bill Stixrud to celebrate the arrival of our third “baby” — our brand new book, The Seven Principles for Raising a Self-Driven Child: A Workbook. If you’ve ever read our earlier books (The Self-Driven Child and What Do You Say?), and found yourself thinking, “I love these ide…

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Ep 177: Why Support Matters in Pregnancy & Childbirth, with Carson Meyer, Doula & Author of Growing Together 38:31

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Send us a text In this conversation, Jessica Hochman and Carson Meyer discuss role of doulas in supporting families during pregnancy and childbirth. They explore the misconceptions surrounding birth, the importance of education and quality support to help the birthing experience. They emphasize how doulas can help provide emotional and physical sup…

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This Is Us- Overcoming Trauma Together 40:49

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Families Overcoming Trauma – This Is Us NBC’s This Is Us has resonated deeply with audiences, largely because of its heartfelt portrayal of family, trauma, and healing. The show masterfully illustrates how each family member carries their own pain while remaining connected through love, resilience, and acceptance. It reminds us that healing isn’t a…

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#130 – A New Approach to Career Readiness – and What Does a College President Do, Anyway? 48:08

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Vicki and Lynn were thrilled to be joined in this episode by Jay Gonzalez, president of Curry College, to learn more about what college presidents do and why it matters. With his background in business, politics and law, Jay brings a wealth of experience and a unique perspective on what it means to lead a higher education institution today. Jay als…

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How to Talk to Kids about Having Meaningful Conversations that Matter with Celeste Headlee – Rerelease

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Special Guest: Celeste Headlee Celeste Headlee is the host of "On Second Thought" at Georgia Public Broadcasting in Atlanta and has been a host and correspondent for NPR and PRI since 2006. She is the author of the book, We Need to Talk: How to Have Conversations That Matter (Harper Wave, September 19), a practical guide to the lost art of conversa…

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Ep 176: Rethinking Youth Sports: Can we lessen the pressure and make it more fun? with Linda Flanagan Author of Taking Back the Game 45:07

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Send us a text In this conversation, Linda H Flanagan and Jessica Hochman explore the complexities of youth sports today, discussing the pressures faced by young athletes, advocating for a more balanced approach to youth athletics. We discuss the importance of exercise, the risks of early specialization, and the mental health implications of compet…

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How to Help Your Kid with ADHD Thrive in Today’s World with Dr. Catherine McCarthy 36:38

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Ep 175: Childhood obesity- when to consider medication and surgery treatment options? with Dr. Alaina Vidmar and Dr. Kamran Samakar 39:56

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Send us a text In this conversation, Dr. Alaina Vidmar and Dr. Kamran Samakar discuss the complexities of pediatric obesity, emphasizing that it is a chronic disease influenced by genetics, biology, and environment. They highlight the importance of understanding the stigma surrounding obesity and the need for comprehensive treatment approaches that…

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#129 – Raising the Self-Driven Child: A Conversation with Authors Ned Johnson and Bill Stixrud 1:09:17

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In this episode, Elizabeth and Vicki are joined by education experts Ned Johnson and Bill Stixrud, authors of the book The Self-Driven Child and of the new workbook for parents, 7 Principles for Raising the Self Driven Child for a thought-provoking discussion on how to empower your child to become self-driven, allowing them to navigate their own ed…

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What to do (and what not to do) to become mentally strong parents with Amy Morin, LCSW – Rerelease 41:59

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Special Guest: Amy Morin Amy Morin a psychotherapist and the international bestselling author of 13 Things Mentally Strong People Don’t Do. Her forthcoming book, 13 Things Mentally Strong Parents Don’t Do, goes on sale September 19. Amy also teaches at Northeastern University and she’s a regular contributor to Forbes, Inc., Verywell, and Psychology…