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Because I Said So! is a podcast by John Rosemond. John is the nation’s leading parenting expert and provides common-sense advice for raising your children. John is a nationally syndicated columnist, author and public speaker. His audiences are left feeling empowered, educated and entertained. A family psychologist by license, John points out to all his audiences that “psychology has caused more problems than it has solved for American parents.” John’s mission is to be a counter-weight to the ...
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Donna Janel Williams, a Chester native is on a mission to bring back the responsibility, nobility, and beauty back to parenting. Parenting With A Purpose show aims to reach, teach and propel single mom, single dads, married, divorced, adopted, and foster parents all over the world with engaging conversations to help parents raise up successful leaders. Donna Janel believes parents are the bows and children are the arrows and they will land in the direction we aim them.
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I'll be interviewing specialists, leading researchers and passionate figures to find out about their field, interests and what the future holds. Dedicated to understanding humanity vis-à-vis evolution, behaviour, culture, history, and the environment.
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Hancock Hour, the video podcast featuring key thinkers and agents of change from around the world who are pushing boundaries and bringing back new ideas to make the world a better place.
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When my 18-year-old stood at the crossroads of adulthood, uncertain whether to enlist in the Marines, it was a stark reminder of the delicate dance of parenting. Through my own confrontation with health challenges, including three strokes, I've learned the hard way that nurturing our children and ourselves is akin to tending a garden, requiring pat…
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Have you ever witnessed a teenager's unexpected leap into maturity or grappled with the delicate equilibrium of single parenting? Today, on Parenting with a Purpose, Pam and I, Donna Janel, share heartfelt tales and insights that strike a chord with every caregiver. From the surprising growth of adolescents to the gritty reality of a mother's absen…
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What do The Book of Clarence, mad moms, and Jordan Petersen have in common? Listen and be enlightened! ParentGuru: Better Parenting Starts Here Thousands of stressed parents are finding their way to better parenting with the help of ParentGuru. Parenting With Love and Leadership Weekly Substack newsletter by Parenting Expert John Rosemond. Disclaim…
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Ever find yourself in the midst of a parenting quandary, like that time I scoured the house for a wayward Bluetooth speaker, only to discover it nestled in my teenager's room? These moments, both maddening and mundane, are the threads in the rich tapestry of parenting that we tug at in today's heartfelt dialogue. We weave through the complexities o…
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Is modern parenting doing more harm than good? In this episode, I unravel the complex layers of how today's parenting practices may be inadvertently extending childhood well into the adult years. I take a hard look at the practices that label typical two-year-old behaviors as disorders and challenge the authority of parents, replacing time-tested d…
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Parenting is an odyssey that shapes the destiny of our children, a fact I've come to realize more deeply with each passing day. My experiences have taught me that the guardianship of their dreams, especially in the glitzy but often treacherous entertainment industry, is both a privilege and a profound responsibility. In our heart-to-heart conversat…
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Could the ideas of Dr. Jordan Petersen be leading us down a treacherous path? Join me as I scrutinize the philosophies of a figure who has captivated millions with his interpretations of the Bible, the question of God's existence, and the application of Darwinian evolution to human development. In our latest episode, we dissect the 'Introduction to…
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Navigating the teenage years can feel like steering a ship through a storm, and I, Donna Janel, am no stranger to the turbulent waters of parenting teens. This week’s heartfelt discussion is a beacon for fellow parents, offering a shared experience of enforcing consequences to foster responsibility. We take a step into the compassionate realm of fo…
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Ever found yourself locked in a hilarious stand-off with your sixteen-year-old over shower rights? Me too. It's moments like these that remind us of the joys and challenges of parenting, a theme we unwrap along with special guest Stacey Woodson, a registered dietitian and nutritionist, in a heart-to-heart talk on family dynamics and the role of nut…
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Women have traded being dominated by men for being dominated by heir children. ParentGuru: Better Parenting Starts Here Thousands of stressed parents are finding their way to better parenting with the help of ParentGuru. Parenting With Love and Leadership Weekly Substack newsletter by Parenting Expert John Rosemond. Disclaimer: This post contains a…
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Children are soap opera factories. See Proverbs 22:15. Which is why, for the most part, no one should engage them in discussions concerning their feelings. ParentGuru: Better Parenting Starts Here Thousands of stressed parents are finding their way to better parenting with the help of ParentGuru. Parenting With Love and Leadership Weekly Substack n…
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Have you ever reflected on the complex dance of shaping a young life, particularly during those tumultuous teenage years? This week on "Parenting with a Purpose," I, Donna Janel, alongside insightful guests Bryce Shelton and Savion Thompson, dive into the rich layers of influence that mold our children. We tackle everything from gender roles to the…
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Dr Trish Biers is Curator of the Duckworth Laboratory at the University of Cambridge. We discuss her early start in the field and where her interests have taken her - across the world in a variety of incredible positions from the Smithsonian Institute to right here in Cambridge. We cover everything from repatriation and paleopathology to advice on …
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Yes, indeedy, the experts have done it again...to wit, they have turned something simple into something complicated. ParentGuru: Better Parenting Starts Here Thousands of stressed parents are finding their way to better parenting with the help of ParentGuru. Parenting With Love and Leadership Weekly Substack newsletter by Parenting Expert John Rose…
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Most men don't understand what the Bible, God, describes as their role. Stop playing "jump ball" and discover the joy and peace of Father knows best. ParentGuru: Better Parenting Starts Here Thousands of stressed parents are finding their way to better parenting with the help of ParentGuru. Parenting With Love and Leadership Weekly Substack newslet…
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Navigating the tumultuous waters of modern parenting, I open up about my personal journey through the highs and lows of raising teenagers, bringing a touch of humor to the real emotional rollercoaster that comes with the territory. There's a profound weight to the role we play as parents, likening ourselves to bows that launch our children—our arro…
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Children need desperately to have adults in their lives they can fear....in the biblical sense. Fear of one's parent, whether heavenly or earthly, is the beginning of knowledge and wisdom. ParentGuru: Better Parenting Starts Here Thousands of stressed parents are finding their way to better parenting with the help of ParentGuru. Parenting With Love…
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As I sat next to Jahi Ross, I couldn't help but reflect on the weighty role fathers play in the lives our children's lives. Our conversation took us through the landscape of black fatherhood, offering a glimpse into the rich, often unspoken narratives that shape our sons and daughters. Jahi, sharing his own experiences as a father and entrepreneur,…
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Forget everything modern psychology has spoon-fed us; I'm here to resurrect the time-tested, authoritative methods that breed not tyrants, but well-adjusted, respectful, and ultimately happier kids. This episode is a daring call to reconsider the role of obedience and fear in child-rearing, as I dissect the misplaced belief in permissive techniques…
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As a parent, have you ever felt like your child's actions are a reflection on your own upbringing, stirring a mix of pride and trepidation within you? This week, Donna Janel opens up about the journey of parenting with an earnestness that pulls at the heartstrings, accompanied by Pastor Charmayne Lane. Together, they examine the highs and lows of m…
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I recently had a conversation with an Austrian woman that turned my understanding of American parenting on its head. She shed light on the stark contrast between our fear-tinged approach and the straightforward, instinct-led style of Austrian parents. In this episode, I unpack the origins and impacts of the American psychological parenting revoluti…
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Navigating the complexities of parenthood often feels like an odyssey, especially when technology blurs the lines between childhood and the vast ocean of information. Donna Janel and Rhonda Santos pull you into a candid realm of discourse, addressing the critical role of nurturing in child development and the significance of healing personal trauma…
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Are women - mothers, that is - primarily responsible for America’s child-rearing problems? Well, um, uh, in a sense, yes. Mind you, America’s child-rearing problems are primarily the fault of America’s mental health industry, which is nothing but junk science, but if the problems caused by America’s mental health industry are going to be solved, wo…
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Every parent knows that moment when you're staring into the eyes of your child and see a glimpse of the future. It's in these moments that the weight of our role truly sinks in. I'm Donna Janel, and together with Dr. Kristen Ball Motley and her mother, Mrs. Edith Ball, we navigate the turbulent waters of parenting. From the nuances of father-daught…
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Scary Parenting is John Rosemond's alternative to gentle parenting, which ought to be called dumb-as-nails parenting. Scary parents don't give a Rhett Butler what their children think of them, for example. It's very liberating, actually. You really ought to give it a try. ParentGuru: Better Parenting Starts Here Thousands of stressed parents are fi…
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Discover the transformative power of parenting with a deliberate and heartfelt approach as I, Donna Janel, sit down with Bishop Billy Lane Jr. His deep wisdom on raising children in today's complex world is not to be missed. We share stories and strategies that will equip you to shape a future for your children that's as bright as the visions you h…
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Feeling overwhelmed by the ceaseless waves of parenting advice? Allow me to share my quarter-century trek through the wilderness of child-rearing, as I reflect on the pivotal mission that we, as parents, have in molding the citizens of tomorrow. This episode of "Parenting with a purpose" is a candid tapestry of the trials and triumphs we face – fro…
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As a parent, the journey of guiding our children can be fraught with uncertainty and challenges. This week, I'm joined by Bryce Sheldon and Savion Thompson, who offer a stirring window into their lives as young black men and the parenting that shaped their paths. Our discussion peels back the layers on what it truly means to nurture not just the ph…
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John Rosemond cures a little girl of nighttime fears by remote control because despite being a psychologist, he knows what he's doing...and it's not psychology. ParentGuru: Better Parenting Starts Here Thousands of stressed parents are finding their way to better parenting with the help of ParentGuru. Parenting With Love and Leadership Weekly Subst…
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Children who grew up in the 1950s were told they were "acting too big for their britches" and "children should be seen and not heard" and other things today's kids have never been told, to their detriment. ParentGuru: Better Parenting Starts Here Thousands of stressed parents are finding their way to better parenting with the help of ParentGuru. Pa…
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Yes, folks, I am going to be so bold as to assign to women primary responsibility for turning the American parenting train wreck around. But I am not a sexist. Ask my wife if you don't believe me. ParentGuru: Better Parenting Starts Here Thousands of stressed parents are finding their way to better parenting with the help of ParentGuru. Parenting W…
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Benevolent, as in patient and loving. Dictator, as in one whose word is law. That defines the role parents should occupy. ParentGuru: Better Parenting Starts Here Thousands of stressed parents are finding their way to better parenting with the help of ParentGuru. Parenting With Love and Leadership Weekly Substack newsletter by Parenting Expert John…
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Not child rearing, mind you, but parenting...it's wacky. ParentGuru: Better Parenting Starts Here Thousands of stressed parents are finding their way to better parenting with the help of ParentGuru. Parenting With Love and Leadership Weekly Substack newsletter by Parenting Expert John Rosemond. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you…
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There is no such factual thing as Christian psychology or Christian psychiatry. The terms are synonymous with "deceived." ParentGuru: Better Parenting Starts Here Thousands of stressed parents are finding their way to better parenting with the help of ParentGuru. Parenting With Love and Leadership Weekly Substack newsletter by Parenting Expert John…
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America's children are in the throes of a mental health crisis. The solution being proposed is more mental health professionals. Ha ha ha ha ha ha ha! They caused the problem! They don't know how to solve it! ParentGuru: Better Parenting Starts Here Thousands of stressed parents are finding their way to better parenting with the help of ParentGuru.…
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After meeting with my government-sanctioned licensing board--consisting largely of psychologists--in the mid-1990s, my attorney, one of the smartest guys I've ever known, told me he had never before encountered a more illogical group of people. That should give everyone pause. ParentGuru: Better Parenting Starts Here Thousands of stressed parents a…
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America's 20- and 30-somethings know no end to their entitlement. They now demand to work from home, in their pajamas, because the office threatens their evermore fragile mental health. Will their "I, me, mine" soap-operas never cease? ParentGuru: Better Parenting Starts Here Thousands of stressed parents are finding their way to better parenting w…
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Welcome to the only podcast where hard truths about parenting are no-holds-barred. Today, I'm tackling a contentious narrative: Socialist Parenting, inspired by an article by Elizabeth Bastos in the Washington Post. I'm not merely unpacking this hot topic, but digging deep into the philosophies it purports, examining the concerning trend of "gentle…
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Children in "kiddie cults" - nearly all children these days - are worshipped and catered to as if they are celebrities. What a sad life it must be when your life peaks when you're in elementary school. ParentGuru: Better Parenting Starts Here Thousands of stressed parents are finding their way to better parenting with the help of ParentGuru. Parent…
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Andy Stanley is one of America's most popular mega-pastors. Apparently, he's fallen into the celebrity trap and is spreading untruth from the pulpit. ParentGuru: Better Parenting Starts Here Thousands of stressed parents are finding their way to better parenting with the help of ParentGuru. Parenting With Love and Leadership Weekly Substack newslet…
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Pastor Kerry Shook of The Woodlands Church in The Woodlands, Texas, is shilling for Big Pharma...unwittingly, of course, but that doesn't mitigate his responsibility. ParentGuru: Better Parenting Starts Here Thousands of stressed parents are finding their way to better parenting with the help of ParentGuru. Parenting With Love and Leadership Weekly…
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Who would've thought that something as simple as spitting could tarnish a man's reputation, or that the well-intentioned concept of gentle parenting could potentially do more harm than good? I boldly delve into these intriguing topics in the first half of our discussion. In the latter half of my discussion, I challenge the preconceptions of homeles…
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What if the progressive parenting methods you've been told are best, are actually causing a decline in child mental health? Join me, John Rosemond, as I recount my personal journey from an ardent believer in democratic parenting, to a concerned father witnessing the unexpected impacts of these approaches on my son, Eric. It's a story that I promise…
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Have you ever stopped to question the narratives spun by mental health professionals or the sensationalism surrounding adoption? This episode of 'Because I Said So' invites you to do just that. I'm challenging the idea that adoption is an inherently traumatic experience, laden with existential crises and psychological pitfalls. With the story of my…
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Parenting was invented by mental health professionals. Childrearing was made possible by God. Guess which is easier. ParentGuru: Better Parenting Starts Here Thousands of stressed parents are finding their way to better parenting with the help of ParentGuru. Parenting With Love and Leadership Weekly Substack newsletter by Parenting Expert John Rose…
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America's mental health industry marches to the steady beat of Test, Diagnose, Medicate, Test, Diagnose, Medicate, Test... The tests are bogus, the diagnoses are bogus, and the medications are bogus (and harmful). Why states' attorney generals don't investigate these schlemiels for deceptive business practices is a mystery appropriate to these conf…
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Psychology - a field of knowledge or a landmine of misconceptions? Prepare to get your beliefs challenged as I expose the real behind the reel. In this episode, I explore more ding-dong ideas of psychology with a special focus on Diane Ehrensaft's assertion of infinite genders. Are you ready to question what you've always been told and unlearn in o…
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Dr Emily Emmott is a lecturer in Human Behavioural Ecology at UCL. Specialising in extended and institutional child-rearing systems (such as parenting, grand-parenting, schooling and social care provisions) and their implications for health and wellbeing (including health-related behaviours. We discuss the limitations of taking an evolutionary pers…
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By what process does a six-year-old determine that he/she/them is on the LGBTQ+ spectrum? He/she/they go to an LGBTQ+ summer camp where drag queens vamp and the counselors specialize in recruiting through arts and crafts. ParentGuru: Better Parenting Starts Here Thousands of stressed parents are finding their way to better parenting with the help o…
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