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Mindful Parenting: Raising Kind, Confident Kids Without Losing Your Cool | Parenting Strategies For Big Emotions & More
Hunter Clarke-Fields
How do you raise kind, confident kids without losing your cool? How do you manage kids’ behavior, help them regulate their big emotions, AND stay grounded? Mindful Parenting is here to help. I’m Hunter Clarke-Fields, former yelling, frustrated mom. Dealing with my anger drove me to find practical, compassionate parenting strategies to regulate emotions as well as mindfulness to bring peace to the chaos at home. In each refreshingly honest episode you’ll come away knowing that you have permis ...
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Help Your Kid Stop Freaking Out - Carla Naumburg [505]
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What do we do when kids are having a hard time and seem to just “freak out?” We nonchalantly drop Carla Naumburg’s new book, “How to Stop Freaking Out” on the coffee table and walk away. Carla comes on to talk about this book and how parents can best support our kids when they freak out. ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter Clarke-Fields is the host …
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How To Deal with Back-To-School Stress - Dr. Ayesha Suneja-Seymour [504]
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Back-to-school season can bring a lot of stress to parents and kids! Sometimes we get in a feedback loop—their stress makes us anxious, then our anxiety makes them more scared. Yikes! Dr. Ayesha Suneja-Seymour helps us process the stress through mindfulness—sharing what to do when rumination gets to be too much. ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter C…
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Relisten: Talking to Tweens About Sex - Amy Lang [503]
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How do we talk to tweens about sex?? I invited Amy Lang back to the Mindful Mama Podcast to tell us how to approach subjects like gender, bodies, puberty, consent, relationships, and so much more. We talk about how to approach these conversations and how they will protect our kids. ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter Clarke-Fields is the host Mindfu…
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Your Kid’s Gross Motor Development - Dr. Emily Heisey and Dr. Matt Otteman [502]
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Are you worried about your child hitting their milestones? Kids’ gross motor development can be a haze of worry for parents. Hunter talks to Dr. Emily Heisey and Dr. Matt Otteman about how to help kids, what shoes to wear, how to place your baby and more. You’ll find out what common baby toy is a big Don’t. ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter Clarke…
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The amazing Charlotte Kirk stops by to talk with the Pudding Guys about her upcoming projects Duchess, The Juice and others! We also dive into her career thus far and take a little peek behind the curtain in terms of the acting and production processes! Intro music composed by Ken, Outro music by Richard.…
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Congrats! You’re Having a Teen - Dr. Ken Ginsburg [501]
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Most people profoundly misunderstand the teen years and the myths around teens hurt both parents and kids. Learn what toxic beliefs to let go of and how to position yourself as a guide for the best possible outcomes for your child. Hunter talks to Dr. Ken Ginsburg about how to parent teens. Learn how to approach homework! ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS…
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Ken and Richard take a look at the third film in the Deadpool trilogy, Deadpool and Wolverine! Can it live up to the previous two films? Will being a part of the larger MCU cause it problems? Will Wade speak directly to me when he breaks the fourth wall this time? Listen in and find out! Beware spoilers! (except on the Honda Odyssey. Minivans don't…
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Relisten: How to Discipline - Hunter Clarke-Fields [500]
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Hunter talks about How To Discipline. Studies show that spanking, yelling, and threatening are all ineffective parenting tools — causing more resistance in your children. So what do we do? How do we regulate our children's behavior? How do we discipline today’s kids? In this episode, I talk all about discipline — what it means, what it doesn’t mean…
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Mindfulness for Personal Healing - Marisela B. Gomez, MD [499]
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Every day, in every interaction, we are transmitting energy to those around us—our kids, our family, our friends take on a bit of what we are giving. So how can we transform the energy of anxiety, hurt, frustration and more so that we can add more peace into our lives? Hunter talks to Marisela B. Gomez about the power of mindfulness and self care t…
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In this episode we have the good fortune to sit down with a producer who has been a part of making so many formative children's programs over the years. From Inspector Gadget to Babar to The Magic School Bus and Beetlejuice, Michael Hirsh has helped give us a staggering number of wonderful memories! We talk about his new autobiography Animation Nat…
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Relisten: Dan Siegel- The Science of Presence [498]
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How does mindfulness work to help us feel physically healthier and happier? How can we take advantage of all that mindfulness has to offer? Researcher and best-selling author, Dr. Dan Siegel comes back on the Mindful Mama Podcast. He talks about how “parental presence” has been shown to be the key to optimizing the chance of your child having a lif…
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When Parents & Grandparents Butt In - Dr. Lynyetta Willis (Live Event) [497]
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What do you do when the older generations have opinions on how you are parenting your child? Maybe they’re worried that your kids are going to run rampant without time-outs or a swat. Perhaps there are cultural differences when raising a family in a multigenerational home. Dr. Lynyetta Willis and Hunter talk about all this and more (we answer the q…
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Ken and Richard take a little dip into the pond of nostalgia as they review the new sequel in the Beverly Hills Cop series, Axel F! How does this film stack up in the current trend of releasing sequels to movies that came out a really, really, really long time ago? Listen in and find out what we think! Intro music composed by Ken, Outro music by Ri…
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Relisten: Mindful Parenting Teacher #1! - Darcey Fairchild [496]
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Today, I talk to Darcey Fairchild, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and the first Certified Mindful Parenting Teacher! She takes us through her journey of healing and how this path led her to the Mindful Parenting Teacher Training. She shares how she is using her Mindful Parenting skills to help families change the dynamic in their homes, as well as…
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Separation Anxiety & Generalized Anxiety: How to Deal - Stephen P. Whiteside, Ph.D. [495]
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What do you do when your child ruminates on anxious thoughts, can’t sleep in their room alone, or doesn’t have friends due to social anxiety? In this episode, Hunter talks to Dr. Stephen Whiteside of the Mayo clinic about how parents can address each of these challenges, as well as the most common types of child anxiety and what causes it. ABOUT HU…
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Ken welcomes actress Alessandra Williams to the show! We talk about her new movie Lissa's Trip as well as a host of other topics including her other roles, dancing, gymnastics and much, much more! Intro music composed by Ken, Outro music by Richard.By Ken Seymour and Richard Geiger
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Relisten: Attention Crisis: Kids & Parents - Johann Hari [494]
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In this episode, I talk to the brilliant Johann Hari. Johann is the author of three New York Times best-selling books, including the newly released Stolen Focus: Why You Can’t Pay Attention. In our fascinating conversation we discuss some of the biggest shifts in modern society that have had detrimental effects on our attention and the attention of…
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Is guilt bogging you down? Would you like to do more fun things, but don’t feel right taking time for yourself? Hunter talks to JoAnn Crohn of No Guilt Mom podcast about how to prioritize self-care and well being and the choices we have to make. As JoAnn says, “the best mom is a happy mom.” ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter Clarke-Fields is the ho…
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Okay, so maybe 'spectacular' is a bit hyperbolic, but this episode is definitely about music. Ken and Richard comb through the history of the show to remind everyone (including themselves) about the albums they've reviewed thus far. Then, they make something new out of the whole thing! Intro music composed by Ken, Outro music by Richard.…
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Relisten: Lori Petro Conscious Communication [492]
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Did you know that many of the most common things we say to our kids actually makes things worse? Today’s Mindful Mama guest will help you know what to say and what not to say to your kids to create close, connected relationships for life. ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter Clarke-Fields is the host Mindful Parenting Podcast (Top 0.5% podcast ), glo…
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Find More Time In Your Day - Laura Vanderkam [491]
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Would you like to have more time in your day? Who wouldn’t?! Time management expert Laura Vanderkam talks about how to fit mindfulness into your busy schedule with kids, what is wasting your time, and how to fit your priorities into your weeks. ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter Clarke-Fields is the host Mindful Parenting Podcast (Top 0.5% podcast …
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We gave DC villains the top 10 treatment, so it is only fitting to do the same with Marvel! Who's the baddest of the bad? Take a listen and get our completely biased takes! Intro music composed by Ken, Outro music by Richard.By Ken Seymour and Richard Geiger
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Relisten: How to Breathe - James Nestor [490]
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Are you breathing well? Is your child? My guest today is James Nestor, author of “Breath,” which explores how the human species has lost the ability to breathe properly over the past several hundred thousand years and is now suffering from a laundry list of maladies — snoring, sleep apnea, asthma, autoimmune disease — because of it. ABOUT HUNTER CL…
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Reclaim Your Mental Health - Rheeda Walker, Ph.D. [489]
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We can’t deny it—there is a mental health crisis, perhaps most especially in the African American community. How does it affect kids? Parents? Hunter talks to Dr. Rheeda Walker about how to support “psychological fortitude” in kids and in adults. ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter Clarke-Fields is the host Mindful Parenting Podcast (Top 0.5% podcas…
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Richard takes the helm in this episode to see if Pixar can create a sequel as good or better than the original in Inside Out 2! Intro music composed by Ken, Outro music by Richard.By Ken Seymour and Richard Geiger
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Relisten: Mindful Divorce - Radhika Lakhani [488]
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40-50% of couples will get divorced. How can we do it better? Loss of a relationship can be a major trauma, and when you add kids into the mix, and co-parenting with your ex… well, there’s just a lot to work out there. How does one separate, be mindful of your kids, and be true to your own values? Radhika Lakhani, divorce attorney and mindfulness t…
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Fear can hold us back, limiting our lives and possibilities, yet so many of us live with it daily as parents. How can we transform fear? In this episode, Monica Berg shares her inspiring story as well as 3 tools to transform fear. We also talk about children’s differences (dyslexia, ADHD, and more) and how we can talk to children about what makes t…
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Ken introduces Richard to the current Marvel cross-over: Blood Hunt! What are our thoughts and predictions? Tune in and find out! Intro music composed by Ken, Outro music by Richard.By Ken Seymour and Richard Geiger
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Relisten: How To Be Present & Share Mindfulness With Kids - Angie Harris [486]
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Hunter talks to How To Be Present & Share Mindfulness With Kids about Angie Harris. Talking to Angie is like talking to an amazingly wise older sister who just gets it. Her story will keep you riveted. Some big takeaways from this episode include: 1. We have to make an intentional choice about feeling life’s discomfort so that we can be present for…
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When Your Kid Says They’re Trans - Sasha Ayad [485]
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Being the parent of a gender-questioning child is confusing. How can we parents best support our children who are gender non-conforming when they are little kids? When they are adolescents? Hunter has a compassionate conversation with therapist Sasha Ayad about parenting gender non-conforming kids. ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter Clarke-Fields i…
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7.04: First thoughts on Season 4 of The Boys
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Ken and Richard give their thoughts on the newest season of The Boys. Does it hold up to the quality of previous seasons? What are some of the more interesting aspects? What are we most excited to see? Tune in and find out! Intro music composed by Ken, Outro music by Richard.By Ken Seymour and Richard Geiger
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Relisten: Stop Self Sabotage - Dr. Judy Ho [484]
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Have you ever missed out because of procrastination or that thought, “I can never do _____.” Self-sabotage is a universal behavior, even for those of us who are high achievers in some areas. In this episode I talk to neuropsychologist Dr. Judy Ho about why we do this, and how to stop. ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter Clarke-Fields is the host Min…
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Attachment, Emotions, & Bonding - Dr. Sue Johnson [483]
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The million-dollar question is how do we cultivate and strengthen love—with our child or our partner? Dr. Sue Johnson, innovator in attachment and developer of Emotionally Focused Therapy has the answers. Find out why marriages fail, how to talk to your child, how to give your child a secure attachment and even hear the story of Sue losing it at he…
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Ken and Richard venture into the year 1993 to talk comics made into TV shows! Intro music composed by Ken, Outro music by Richard.By Ken Seymour and Richard Geiger
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Relisten: What Do Dads Need? - Jason Kreidman [482]
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How can you encourage your husband to be more involved and take a more active role in parenting? Jason Kreidman, the founder of Dad University, gives us some powerful advice for getting and keeping your husband engaged. ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter Clarke-Fields is the host Mindful Parenting Podcast (Top 0.5% podcast ), global speaker, number…
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Hold On To Your Kids - Dr. Gabor Maté [481]
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Is your child oppositional? The problem may not be in your child, but in your relationship. Dr. Gabor Maté returns to the Mindful Parenting Podcast to talk about the problem of “peer orientation” and how it creates a competition between adult intentions and peers. Discussion about the natural parental hierarchy, how to take “back” our kids and prom…
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Sometimes there is no greater gift than the gift of music. In that spirit, we revisit one of our favorite pass-times, the Album Swap! We each give the other an album they have no listened to and we give our honest reactions. Ken listens to WC and Maad Circle's 'Curb Servin' and Richard listens to Handsome Boy Modelling School's 'White People'! Did …
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Relisten: 10 Reasons Why Retreats Are Important - Carla Naumburg [480]
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Why are retreats important? There are many reasons: they allow you to pull back, get inspired, become spacious, detox, and find your people. Besides which, you get away from your children, have someone else cook you dinner, and have uninterrupted adult conversations! In this episode, regular guest Carla Naumburg and I talk about why we all need to …
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Queer Family Life & Raising Inclusive Kids - Jaimie Kelton [479]
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There are all kinds of families, and while a majority may be heteronormative with a mom and a dad, plenty of kids grow up in families that don’t fit that mold. Plus, we don’t really know what the gender expression or sexuality of our children may ultimately be. So how do we talk about these things with our kids? How do we raise kids who feel accept…
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In the first episode of our seventh season, your hosts tackle the most important subject on everyone's mind: what are the top 10 DC Villains? Don't deny it. I know you have been stewing on this one for years now. Never fear! We will provide the definitive list! Or, at least A list. Come with us for the journey! Intro music composed by Ken, Outro mu…
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Relisten: Create An Optimal Home Environment - Lorena Seidel [478]
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Did you know that by making simple changes in your home, young children can feel empowered to perform everyday tasks with little or no help? Making changes to optimize your home environment can help develop social, emotional, and life skills and pay dividends down the road. This episode’s expert, Lorena Seidel, Montessori teacher, a Social Emotiona…
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The Science of Parenting - Dr. Aliza Pressman [477]
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Hunter talks to Aliza Pressman of the Raising Good Humans podcast about Attachment Parenting, self-regulation, the dangers of our optimization culture, chores & freedoms for kids and more in this comprehensive episode that will help you take a breath and relax about all things parenting. ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter Clarke-Fields is the host …
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It's been 6 years folks! And the Pudding Guys can think of no better way to cap off that sixth season than to review the full first season of X-Men '97! C'mon and sing along with us: De-ne, ne-ne-ne, NEH-NEH! Intro music composed by Ken, Outro music by Richard.By Ken Seymour and Richard Geiger
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Relisten: Simplicity Parenting - Kim Payne [476]
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Did you know that highly stressed western children look just like war refugee children in terms of stress? In this episode, I talk to Kim Payne, author of Simplicity Parenting. We talk about “the undeclared war on childhood,” and how our culture of too much too fast, too young, is overwhelming our kids. ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter Clarke-Fie…
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Parent Together After Separation - Aurisha Smolarski, LMFT [475]
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How do you go from the acrimony of separation to a stable co-parenting relationship with your ex? According to Aurisha Smolarski, it starts with inner work to understand your own needs, attachment style, and triggers. Listen for the path to go from chaos to working together on “team kiddo,” as well as when to leave a toxic marriage and the hilariou…
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Ken and Richard start to get into some of the truly great stuff in our History of Comics in TV series! 1992 features an array of interesting options as well as 2 of the best animated series ever made! Join us and find out more! Intro music composed by Ken, Outro music by Richard.By Ken Seymour and Richard Geiger
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Relisten: How to Communicate More Skillfully With Your Kids - Dr. Jennie Rosier [474]
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We parents are often unknowingly (and knowingly) making some big communication mistakes with our children. These mistakes can cause resistance, resentment, and damage to your relationship. How can we communicate better? I talk to Jennie Rosier, PhD about how to improve our communication with our kids. ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter Clarke-Field…
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Keeping a Secure Attachment - Dr. Gorden Neufeld [473]
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There’s no more important factor in parenting than attachment. Learn all about attachment and the six stages of attachment that our children go through, as well as the problem of “peer orientation.” Hunter talks to a foremost authority on child development, Dr. Gordon Neufeld about why we need to hold on to our kids. ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hun…
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Ken and Richard react to Bethesda's newest updates to both the tried and tested Fallout 4 and the newest beta drop for Starfield! Are these changes cool? Will they attract new players? Will they address existing issues in the games and/or provide something exiting to existing fans to make them wish to play again? Listen and find out! Intro music co…
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Relisten: Simplify with Montessori at Home - Jeanne-Marie Paynel [472]
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What do Jeff Bezos, Sean ‘P.Diddy’ Combs, and Anne Frank have in common? They were all educated in the Montessori system. The Montessori approach to children has been time-tested to be incredibly effective. Want to learn more about how to bring a taste of Montessori into your home? You’ll learn how with today’s podcast guest, Jeanne-Marie Paynel, o…
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