Best Parentingadvice Podcasts (2024)

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Weekly Roundup: “Glassworks,” HARDY’s “Quit!!”, and Refusing to Simplify 19:59

1h ago19:59

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Here's what's on our minds (and playlists) this week: Catherine's library find is a book she judged by its cover. Glassworks's art and blurbs appealed enough for Catherine to give this debut novel by Olivia Wolfgang-Smith a try (it also happens to be on the Staff Picks table at her library right now, chosen by another staff member). It's a creative…

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Parenting Tips from “Lost” S1 E2, “Pilot Part 2” 16:15

4m ago16:15

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Each Wednesday, we discuss an older entertainment property, and currently, that's Lost. Happily for Catherine, the second part of the pilot was much less migraine-inducing than the first part. The castaways are likely not as happy, as they are dealing with mysterious monsters, mysterious fellow passengers, and mysterious raw fish dishes. As for par…

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448: Life Lessons Sports Teaches Kids and Taking Control of Your Health with Jason Bronstad and Jason Wachob 53:11

2d ago53:11

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In today’s Member Takeover episode, I’m passing the baton to a couple of Jasons and badass members of the Brotherhood. Today’s host is none other than Jason Bronstad and joining him is Jason Wachob. Jason Wachob is the co-founder of mindbodygreen, an organization that revolutionizes health and wellness with holistic approaches that go beyond tradit…

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Parenting Tips from “A Gentleman in Moscow” E2, “An Invitation” 16:08

37m ago16:08

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On Tuesdays, we share our thoughts on a newer entertainment property. Currently, that's A Gentleman in Moscow, a limited series on Paramount+. "An Invitation," the second episode of eight, did in fact bring a couple of invitations (some threatening, some not), along with a secret expansion of the Count's living quarters and--sadly—the departure of …

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220_Dating Rules: How Moms Can Know If Their Tween/Teen Daughter Is Ready To Date (Part 1 of 3) 11:47

30m ago11:47

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On today's of Mother Daughter Connections®, in Part 1 of this 3-Part Series on Dating Rules, I share some thoughts for moms to consider in order to determine whether or not to say "Yes" or "No" to your daughter dating now. Specifically, I discuss 4 Key Questions To Ask Yourself To Know If Your Daughter Is Ready To Date. Let's get connected. Dr. Mic…

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Weekly Roundup: “Animalphabet,” Too Old for Cool on Substack, and Picking Your Battles 17:46

2d ago17:46

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Each Thursday, join us for a weekly roundup that's an update on our most recent podcast format. We'll bring you a library find, an update from Terri on life or pop culture or whatever's on her mind, and a pick from our archives. Catherine's library find this week is a lushly illustrated children's picture book called Animalphabet by Julia Donaldson…

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Parenting Tips from “Lost” S1 E1, “Pilot Part 1” 17:23

3d ago17:23

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Each Wednesday, we discuss an older entertainment property--something one or both of us has watched and wants to revisit, or something we missed the first time around. We're kicking it off with Lost, which premiered almost 20 years ago. Terri enjoyed it, in all its convoluted weirdness. Catherine hasn't seen it before, but is willing to risk migrai…

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447: Growing From Conflict & Testing the Minimum Viable Separation Concept to Reconnect with Alex Pardo and Mike Wagner 1:04:43

4d ago1:04:43

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In the second episode of our Member Takeover Series this summer, we're keeping the momentum going with two more powerhouse members of the Brotherhood, featuring Mike Wagner and hosted by Alex Pardo. Mike doesn't hold back about his struggles with being genuinely present for his family and how he used work to escape the daily pressures of fatherhood…

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Parenting Tips from “A Gentleman in Moscow” E1, “A Master of Circumstance” 16:24

5d ago16:24

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Welcome to a new and improved Parenting Roundabout podcast! About a year after our last reinvention, we're switching things up again. As parents and parenting writers, we can’t help but see everything through a parenting lens. But as our kids have become adults, we find ourselves more interested in getting caught up on movies and streaming than on …

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219_Female Friendships (Part 2 of 2): How To Deal With Your / Your Daughter's Female Friendship D.R.A.M.A.™ 16:46

5d ago16:46

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219_Female Friendships (Part 2 of 2): How To Deal With Your / Your Daughter's Female Friendship D.R.A.M.A.™ On today's of Mother Daughter Connections®, in this 2-Part Series on Female Friendships I share some thoughts about what is hurting your female friendship. Specifically, I discuss the reasons for the D.R.A.M.A.™ in your / your daughter's fema…

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446: Somatic Coaching & Anger Therapy Concepts and Breaking Free of “I’m Not Enough” with Matt Drinkhahn & Michael Chu 53:12

11d ago53:12

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In the first episode of our Member Takeover Series this summer, we're kicking things off with two incredible humans and VIP members of the Brotherhood, featuring Michael Chu and hosted by Matt Drinkhahn. In this conversation, Mike shares some of the childhood wounds that he's worked on since becoming a parent, from overcoming his belief that he "wa…

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Weekly Roundup: Tech Support, “The Talented Mr. Ripley,” “Remarkably Bright Creatures,” and the Work-Life Seesaw 51:19

12d ago51:19

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On our latest weekly roundup, Catherine needed some tech support, and Terri needed to spend a lot of time following the latest Taylor-Travis news. Mentioned: The Senior Swifties Sideline. What we're watching: After watching the Ripley TV series, we decided to visit/revisit the 1999 movie, The Talented Mr. Ripley. Tom and co. are younger, in color, …

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218_Female Friendships (Part 1 of 2): What's Hurting Your Daughter's Female Friendships. 12:38

12d ago12:38

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On today's of Mother Daughter Connections®, in this 2-Part Series on Female Friendships I share some thoughts about what is hurting your female friendship. Specifically, focus on the one word a mother should never say about her daughter's relationships. Let's get connected. Dr. Michelle Deering PS: …and, Moms, remember to…DOWNLOAD & SHARE THIS EPIS…

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445: The Pitfalls of People Pleasing, Becoming Mr. Right and a Journey of Family Experiences with Mike Green 1:05:50

22d ago1:05:50

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Mike Green is a loving husband, father of two amazing kids and a trusted voice in the FRD Brotherhood. Professionally, he’s an ER physician who has been able to shape and sculpt his life around creating memories with his family, even while working long hours, including 24 and 48-hour shifts at the ER. In our chat, we went deep on the pitfalls of be…

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Weekly Roundup: Broadway Shows, “Bridgerton” S3, Veggie-Forward Children’s Books, and Fancy Photo Shoots 49:20

19d ago49:20

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On our latest weekly roundup, Catherine reported on her son living it up in NYC, seeing lots and lots of theater. Mentioned: A past episode in which we discussed a BroadwayHD presentation of She Loves Me. What we're watching: We finished up season 3 of Bridgerton with episode 7, "Joining of Hands," and episode 8, "Into the Light." Yay for Penelope …

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217_Father's Day Thoughts: How Fathers Affect Your Mother Daughter Relationship 17:39

19d ago17:39

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On today's ENCORE replay of Episode #008** of Mother Daughter Connections®, I share about how fathers affect the mother-daughter relationship…and I give a shout-out to "my 6 dads." Let me know your thoughts about this episode and let's get connected. Dr. Michelle Deering PS: …and, Moms, remember to…DOWNLOAD & SHARE THIS EPISODE with your family, da…

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444: Mr. Nice Guy Syndrome, Managing Boundaries, Shame and Our Triggered Nervous Systems with Dr. Robert Glover 1:16:22

25d ago1:16:22

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Today, I'm joined by Dr. Robert Glover. Robert is a therapist, coach, speaker, and author of the groundbreaking book, No More Mr. Nice Guy. This is a must-read for men who struggle with expressing their needs and setting healthy boundaries without feeling guilty or shame. In our conversation, we explored how our childhood traumas set the stage for …

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Weekly Roundup: State Special Olympics, “Bridgerton” S3, “How to Make Custom-Fit Bras and Lingerie,” and Scary Advice 42:58

26d ago42:58

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On our latest weekly roundup, Terri went to the New Jersey Special Olympics, and now will never hear How Far I'll Go from Moana the same way again. What we're watching: We're into the second half of Bridgerton season 3 now and watched two episodes: 5, "Tick Tock," and 6, "Romancing Mr. Bridgerton." While thrilled to be engaged to Colin, Penelope is…

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216_Mother Daughter Communication (Part 2 of 2): How To Connect With Your Toddler to Pre-Tween Daughter 7:46

26d ago7:46

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On today's ENCORE replay of Episode #132 of Mother Daughter Connections®, I share how best to connect and communicate effectively with your daughter during her middle school to high school years. So, if you've got a full-fledged tween or a teenage daughter, make sure to listen in a take notes:) Let's get connected. Dr. Michelle Deering PS: …and, Mo…

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443: Vroman Family Cornerstones, Love & Respect and NOT Following In Your Father’s Footsteps with Jon & Rick Vroman 1:07:27

1M ago1:07:27

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Fellas, today's episode is near and dear to my heart because I'm here with my very own Front Row Dad, Rick Vroman. Many of you are likely aware of my father's impact in shaping the man I am today, but we're digging a little deeper here and going back to my father's childhood and taking a peek into our own evolution as fathers. You'll hear what it w…

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Weekly Roundup: Wildlife Interactions, “Ripley,” “Bridgerton” S3, “I Can Only Draw Worms,” and Sticking With Zoom 53:57

1M ago53:57

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On our latest weekly roundup, Catherine's dogs are getting a little too close to nature, while Terri's pup seems, thankfully, not to follow in the footsteps of her predecessor. What we're watching: In the final episode (for now) of Ripley, "Narcissus," Tom's got a pretty good thing going in Venice, including a new friend played by John Malkovich. O…

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215_Mother Daughter Communication (Part 1 of 2): How To Connect With Your Toddler to Pre-Tween Daughter 8:05

1M ago8:05

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On today's ENCORE replay of Episode #130 of Mother Daughter Connections®, I share how best to connect and communicate effectively with your daughter during her toddler to elementary school-age years. So, if you've got a toddler going through the "terrible (or 'terrific') 2's" or a pre-tween daughter, make sure to listen in a take notes:) Let's get …

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442: Billion Dollar Real Estate Secrets from Monopoly, Homemade Bedtime Stories with AI and Hosting Family Sleepovers with Brandon Turner 1:22:46

1M ago1:22:46

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Gentlemen, I am here with real estate mogul Brandon Turner. Brandon is a real estate investor, podcaster, bestselling author, entrepreneur, and founder of Open Door Capital LLC. He's built a world-class real estate empire closing on a billion AUM, he's recognized as one of the foremost experts in real estate and led the BiggerPockets podcast to 100…

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Weekly Roundup: Home Improvements, “Ripley,” “Bridgerton” S3, “The African Svelte,” and Situational Adulting Skills 47:25

1M ago47:25

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On our latest weekly roundup, home improvements continue (in the Midwest) and are regretfully declined (in New Jersey). What we're watching: In episode 7 of Ripley, "Macabre Entertainment," Tom does some scrambling in Sicily but pulls off another escape in the end. On Bridgerton's season 3, episode 3 ("Forces of Nature"), it's time for the old suit…

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214_SOLO_COVID Is Not The Problem: The Real Disease Killing Mother-Daughter Relationships 16:04

1M ago16:04

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On today's ENCORE replay of Episode #122 of Mother Daughter Connections®, I discuss the real disease that is hurting -- no, killing! -- mother-daughter relationships worldwide! Listen in as I share what the disease is and how to promote healing in your mother-daughter relationship. Let's get connected. Dr. Michelle Deering PS: …and, Moms, remember …

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441: Open Hearts for Healthier Marriages, “Humaning” with Kind People and Finding Your Updraft with Dr. Kelly Flanagan 1:00:56

2M ago1:00:56

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We're very fortunate to have so many legends in the FRD Brotherhood, and today's guest, Dr. Kelly Flanagan, is definitely one of them. Kelly is a psychologist, consultant, speaker, and author of several books that profoundly transformed my views on marriage, family, relationships, and friendship. In our conversation, we talked about how easy it is …

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Weekly Roundup: Mulch Season, “Ripley,” “Bridgerton” S3, “The Sandalmaking Workshop,” and Helpful Robots 56:53

2M ago56:53

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On our latest weekly roundup, some of the men in our lives are dealing with excessive amounts of mulch (or bark, or wood chips; whatever the terminology, there is too much of it). What we're watching: In episode 6 of Ripley, "Some Heavy Instrument," the law starts to close in on Tom, in the form of Inspector Ravini, played wonderfully by Maurizio L…

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213_Two Mother Daughter Relationship Patterns That Will Hurt Your Relationship 8:27

2M ago8:27

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On today's ENCORE replay [of Episode #90] of Mother Daughter Connections®, I share some insights from my best-selling book, What Mothers Never Tell Their Daughters. Specifically, I address two relationship patterns between mothers and daughters that hurt their relationship with each other. Let's stay connected. Dr. Michelle Deering PS: …and, Moms, …

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440: The Traumas That Create Our Superpowers, Adversity is an Advantage and Raising World Travelers with Ray Bayat 59:14

2M ago59:14

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I'm joined by fellow FRD Brotherhood member Ray Bayat. Ray founded NetCo Investments, Inc. along with Mitch Bayat in 2002. But if there's one thing you should know about Ray, it's his dedication to being an amazing Dad and husband, always striving to improve in every role he plays. Today's conversation is all about growth. Ray shares his journey gr…

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Weekly Roundup: Water Outage, “Ripley,” “Bridgerton” S3, “Abstract Embroidery,” and Connecting With Kids 52:09

2M ago52:09

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On our latest weekly roundup, it's Catherine's turn to deal with an outage, as the water main near her home was shut down (by the same project that caused a gas leak a few weeks back). What we're watching: In episode 5 of Ripley, "Lucio," we caught up with the flash-forward that started the series off: Tom dragging a dead body down the stairs of an…

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212_Social Media: 7 Ways To Help Your Daughter Manage Her Social Media Presence. 17:35

2M ago17:35

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On today's episode of Mother Daughter Connections®, my twin daughters share their wisdom and thoughts about 7 Ways To Manage Your Social Media Presence. This is a MUST LISTEN if you have pre-tween, tween, or teen daughters! I'm so glad we're connected. Dr. Michelle Deering PS: …and, Moms, remember to…DOWNLOAD & SHARE THIS EPISODE with your family, …

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439: Air O Sport Backyard Games with Active & Intentional Screen-Free Play with Mike Kinner 42:36

2M ago42:36

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Mike Kinner is the co-founder of Peak Play Performance and the creator of Air O Sport. This innovative game cleverly blends elements of your favorite sports and packs them into a fun backyard game that families (or literally anyone, even the military) can enjoy. Air O Sport is designed to unite people and ensure everyone, regardless of age, athleti…

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Weekly Roundup: Power Outage, “Ripley,” “Goodnight, Girls,” and Proud Mom Moments 52:02

2M ago52:02

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On our latest weekly roundup, Terri reports on a power outage that almost derailed her viewing of Ripley, while Catherine's daughter had a close call with a tornado. Mentioned: Unfrosted (the Jerry Seinfeld Pop-Tart movie) and the upcoming Twisters, an "update" of the 1996 movie Twister. What we're watching: Episode 3 of Ripley is called "Sommerso,…

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211_Social Media: The ONE Question Every Daughter & Mom Need To Ask. 13:53

2M ago13:53

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On today's episode of Mother Daughter Connections®, I share about the Key Question To Ask Yourself when it comes to using Social Media. Make sure your daughter hears this and that you start a conversation with her about it. Let's get and stay connected. Dr. Michelle Deering PS: …and, Moms, remember to…DOWNLOAD & SHARE THIS EPISODE with your family,…

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438: A Dad's Guide to Winning on Mother’s Day with Front Row Moms Angie MacDougall & Megan Corey 55:26

2M ago55:26

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As we countdown to International Mother’s Day, we’re shaking things up a bit because I’m joined by Angie MacDougall and Megan Corey. These two moms are incredible souls and successful businesswomen with families who co-lead the Front Row Moms community. In our conversation, Angie and Megan share the joy and balancing act of modern motherhood. They …

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Weekly Roundup: Fun Fundraisers, “Ripley,” “Dogland,” and Kids in Public Places 55:56

2M ago55:56

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On our latest weekly roundup, a delicious fundraiser benefitting the library where Catherine works prompted us to talk about clever ways to solicit donations (and how involved parents get in the process). What we're watching: We started Netflix's Ripley, a series based on the 1999 movie The Talented Mr. Ripley, with episodes 1 ("A Hard Man to Find"…

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210_Daughter Empowerment: What's The Best "Power Tool" To Give Your Daughter? 11:50

3M ago11:50

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On today's episode of Mother Daughter Connections®, I share some thoughts about Home Depot's newest campaign and what I think it really means to give your daughter power tools. Let's get and stay connected. Dr. Michelle Deering PS: …and, Moms, remember to…DOWNLOAD & SHARE THIS EPISODE with your family, daughter, and friends. _______________________…

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437: Taking Ownership of Your Health, Regulating Your Immune System and Controlling Inflammation with Dane Johnson 1:23:41

3M ago1:23:41

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Today, I’m joined by Dane Johnson, Founder and CEO of Crohn’s Colitis Lifestyle, the most successful Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) consulting firm worldwide, offering no-BS effective strategies for battling chronic illnesses. Dane’s personal health journey is beyond inspirational. Having been diagnosed with Crohn’s Disease when he was 22 and the…

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Weekly Roundup: "The Tortured Poets Department," "Reservation Dogs" S3, "Monster’s New Undies," and Social Media Habits 52:15

2M ago52:15

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On our latest weekly roundup, our resident Swiftie gives her review of The Tortured Poets Department. Mentioned: The video for the song "Fortnight," with Ethan Hawke and Josh Charles (of Dead Poets Society ... get it?). What we're watching: We came to the end of Reservation Dogs and we're so sad about it. But the final pair of episodes ("Elora's Da…

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209_Blended Families: How To Make A Smooth(ie) Transition (w/ GUEST: Amy Ambrozich) 55:47

3M ago55:47

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On today's episode of Mother Daughter Connections®, I'm joined by blended family expert, Amy Ambrozich. Amy is passionate about embracing the joys and challenges of blended family life. Certified in both Active Parenting and the Stepfamily.Help programs as a SMART Stepfamily Therapy Provider, Amy uses her down-to-earth approach to empower couples t…

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436: Having Fun with Co-parenting & Double Dates and the Evolution of Front Row Dads with Hal Elrod 1:02:50

3M ago1:02:50

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Hal Elrod is the author of The Miracle Morning, one of the most life-changing books ever written and has sold over 2 million copies. Hal has been a huge part of my life and a legend in the FRD community since the very beginning, and he has inspired so many people to be the best versions of themselves. So today, we’re taking a trip down memory lane …

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Weekly Roundup: Thesis Defense, “Reservation Dogs” S3, “Obit” Documentary, and Prom Season 42:36

3M ago42:36

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On our latest weekly roundup, Catherine's daughter defended her thesis project, and Catherine actually got to watch it from another time zone. What we're watching: Reservation Dogs creeps closer to the finish line with another pair of lovely episodes, "Wahoo!" and "Send It." We enjoy all the interactions among various generations and among both the…

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208_Daughter Talk™ Series (AMA) - Wedding Bells Are Crashing! How To Cope With Being Estranged From My Daughter? 11:11

3M ago11:11

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On today's Daughter Talk™ Series episode of Mother Daughter Connections®, I respond to a mom who is estranged from her daughter -- who didn't invite her mom to her wedding! I share 3 Tips On How To Get Reconnected To Your Daughter After Her Wedding Day. Make sure to to…DOWNLOAD & SHARE THIS EPISODE with your family and friends. Let's stay connected…

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435: Mastering Microdosing, the Ongoing Evolution of Men and How Psychedelics Help Navigate Uncertainty with Paul Austin 57:38

3M ago57:38

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Paul Austin is an entrepreneur, author, coach, and leading figure in the psychedelic space who has guided millions to safe and meaningful psychedelic experiences. He's the founder and CEO of Third Wave and Synthesis, companies leading the way to legal, mainstream access to psychedelic medicine. His work has been featured in the BBC, Forbes, WebMD, …

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Weekly Roundup: Earthquake and Eclipse, “Reservation Dogs” S3, “Luigi, the Spider Who Wanted to Be a Kitten,” and Adult Kids’ Homework 53:29

3M ago53:29

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On our latest weekly roundup, we belatedly share our experiences with recent natural phenomena. Don't worry, Terri survived the Great New Jersey Earthquake. Mentioned: Catherine's report on the August 2017 solar eclipse. What we're watching: Thanks to our two-by-two watch schedule, we got a perfect pair of Reservation Dogs episodes this week. "Hous…

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207_Daughter Talk™ Series (AMA) - I've Got A Toddler! How Can I Be The Best Mom To Her? 11:56

3M ago11:56

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On today's Daughter Talk™ Series episode of Mother Daughter Connections®, I respond to a question from a mom who has a toddler daughter and wants to know: "How can I be thebest mom to my toddler daughter?" I share 3 Tips For Raising Your Toddler Daughter So There Won't Be Tension In The Teen Years. Make sure to to…DOWNLOAD & SHARE THIS EPISODE with…

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434: Conquering Fears, Pursuing a Life of Adventure and Raising Young Explorers with Mike Brcic 1:06:38

3M ago1:06:38

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Mike Brcic is an adventurer, writer, entrepreneur, father, and husband on a mission to guide entrepreneurs toward not just wealth but a deeply satisfying and meaningful existence packed with real adventures. Today, we're exploring what it means to live adventurously. Mike explains why adventure isn't just about scaling the tallest peaks. It's also …

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Weekly Roundup: Youth Sports, “Reservation Dogs” S3, “Great Circle,” and Serial Commas 42:17

3M ago42:17

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On our latest weekly roundup, we find that we're still involved in "youth" sports, even though our kids are well past the age of T-ball and tot soccer. What we're watching: Reservation Dogs season 3 brought two very different episodes. "Deer Lady" gave us both the origin story of this character and a gut-wrenching look at Indian boarding school his…

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206_Social Anxiety & The Fear Of Failure in Academics: How To Conquer Your Fears 12:21

3M ago12:21

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On today's episode of Mother Daughter Connections®, I share some thoughts about How To Start Conquering Your Fears. And I give 3 key tips to get you on the road to becoming more confident. Make sure to to…DOWNLOAD & SHARE THIS EPISODE with your family and friends. Let's stay connected:) Dr. Deering __________________________________________________…

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433: Becoming an Eternal Optimist, Being Perfectly Imperfect and Evolving as a Parent with Matt Drinkhahn 44:23

3M ago44:23

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Matt Drinkhahn is a business coach, strategist to growth-minded clients, a dear friend, and valued member of the FRD Brotherhood. He just released a fantastic book, The Eternal Optimist, which I'm excited to dig into and the impact that it's had on so many people. One of Matt's greatest gifts is that any time you spend with him always leaves you fe…

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