Best Britannica For Parents Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 135: Anniedi Essien, Chief Swagger Officer 48:26

2+ y ago48:26

48:26

Shea and Maddie are joined by Anniedi Essien, Chief Swagger Officer and founder of Idem Spark! The three discuss linen pants, women's health advocacy, permission to pursue passions, bringing joy to work, Anniedi's journey of entrepreneurship, wellness, burnout, executive coaching, and celebrating wins!Find Anniedi online at idemsparklife.com and @i…

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Episode 134: Imani Turner, Life Coach 54:04

2+ y ago54:04

54:04

Shea and Maddie are joined by Imani Turner (@imaninekohl), a life coach, to discuss health insurance, Maddie's 10,000th day of life, Imani's journey from PhD program to entrepreneur, moving with your fears, following your passions, tapping, emotional freedom techniques, manifestation and other woo woo things! Follow Imani @imaninekohl on Instagram/…

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Episode 133: Burnout Book Club! 43:03

3y ago43:03

43:03

Shea and Maddie discuss our book club book for this season: Can't Even by Anne Helen Petersen, a book about burnout and its effects on millennials!If you are interested in reading the book, please purchase through out Bookshop link: https://bookshop.org/lists/camp-adulthood-book-clubConnect with Camp Adulthood Online: Email: hello@campadulthood.com…

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"That's just the Gees Bees!" 21:57

3y ago21:57

21:57

At Britannica for Parents, we’re all curious learners. One of the important topics that seems to come up a lot in our work and in our conversations is the environment – how to protect it and sustain it. One crucial way to do this is by protecting bee populations. Co-hosts Ann and Elizabeth speak to Parent's adviser Marianne Gee (co-founder of Gees …

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Episode 132: Brianne Wik, Author 54:35

3y ago54:35

54:35

Shea and Maddie talk to returning guest Brianne Wik (@briannewik) about her career switch from coach to author, true crime, Memorial Day, hotels vs Airbnb's, moving to the east coast, the life of a writer and her new book "One Iridescent Night: A Cinderella Retelling" which comes out June 29!Buy the book with our Bookshop link and buy Maddie a beer…

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"Advocating for Children of Incarcerated Parents" 37:42

3y ago37:42

37:42

Ebony Underwood is the founder of We Got Us Now, a nonprofit nonpartisan advocacy organization amplifying the issues children and young adults with incarcerated parents face due to mass incarceration. Co-hosts Ann and Elizabeth welcome her to the Raising Curious Learners podcast to talk about her work and how we can better support children with inc…

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Episode 131: Season 2 Opener! 22:52

3y ago22:52

22:52

Shea and Maddie are here to introduce season 2 of the podcast (because obviously the first 130 episodes over the last 4+ years were just season 1)! They discuss some general life updates, news sources, geriatric millennials, cheugy, and targeted ads! They also preview the episodes you can expect in this season, as well as introduce next seasons boo…

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"How is early learning being supported globally?" 34:16

3+ y ago34:16

34:16

Much of our content on our podcast focuses on parenting in the States, but we have listeners from all over the globe! As we continue to expand on who we interview, this episode starts by exploring what early learners and parents are facing in the UK. Co-hosts Ann and Elizabeth speak with Polly Crowther, an early educator and cofounder of Early Insi…

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Episode 130: Online Dating Deep Dive 1:12:08

3+ y ago1:12:08

1:12:08

Shea and Maddie each share their experience with online dating (Shea is a Bumble success story and Maddie went on a sparkly date recently! Everyone is a winner!), plus some hot takes from dating coach Lily Womble (@datebrazen) AND the Camp Adulthood official consort, Shea's husband David!Connect with Camp Adulthood Online: Email: hello@campadulthoo…

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"How can zoos be an educational tool for kids?" 29:43

3+ y ago29:43

29:43

We're going to the zoo, zoo, zoo! In this episode, co-hosts Ann and Elizabeth interview Rick Schwartz, spokesperson and ambassador for the San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance. You'll learn how zoos can be an important tool for kids in educating them about animals and the environment, and even discover some fun similarities between how humans and animal…

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Episode 129: Shea and Maddie Friendship Podcast #28 39:30

3+ y ago39:30

39:30

Shea and Maddie discuss Screech from "Saved By The Bell" and the 24 hours news cycle, plus Maddie downloads Hinge. They also follow up on the millennials in congress hot topic from the last friendship episode!Connect with Camp Adulthood: Email: hello@campadulthood.comWebsite: campadulthood.comInstagram/Twitter: @camp_adulthood Facebook: https://www…

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"What are some reading challenges my child can face?" 35:20

3+ y ago35:20

35:20

Our podcast is called “Raising Curious Learners” because at Britannica for Parents we believe that nurturing a lifelong love of learning is one of the most important things that parents, teachers, and caregivers can do for children. It’s hard to think of any skill that’s more essential to learning than reading. Becoming a confident, fluent reader i…

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"How do young kids play with language?" 24:59

3+ y ago24:59

24:59

As young children grow, they begin to play with language. Everyday they are learning new words and new ways to communicate, and it's typical for kids to try these new words out in conversation. In this episode, hosts Ann and Elizabeth talk with parents Ben Elliff and Maggie Cassidy about their son and the funny ways he is exploring language. See Pr…

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"How are childcare companies adapting?" 30:25

3+ y ago30:25

30:25

Childcare companies have had to adapt significantly in the past year. In this episode, host Ann Gadzikowski has a conversation with Ron Spreeuwenberg, CEO of the number one rated childcare app HiMama, about how his company has changed since the start of COVID-19 while also staying true to their company's core values. See Privacy Policy at https://a…

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Episode 128: Burnout Book Club Launch 18:47

3+ y ago18:47

18:47

Shea and Maddie are finally launching a book club! Join us in reading Can't Even by Anne Helen Petersen, a book about the culture of millennial burnout. Send us your questions/thoughts about the book to hello@campadulthood.com and we'll announce when we will be discussing the book on social media so be sure to follow at @camp_adulthood.Please consi…

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"What are child sensory issues?" 36:05

3+ y ago36:05

36:05

It's not uncommon for young kids to have sensitivities to certain stimuli, such as loud noises, bright lights, strong smells, or rough fabrics. Erin Anderson, a pediatric occupational therapist, join hosts Ann and as they cover the listener-requested topic of children's sensory issues. She explains how humans process the world around us through our…

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Episode 127: Shea and Maddie Friendship Podcast #27 49:09

3+ y ago49:09

49:09

Shea and Maddie are here to give hot takes on millennials getting older, living alone, the new Clubhouse app, and millennials in politics!*Please note that this podcast is recorded off the cuff and often times when discussing very current events, more information comes out after recording. We find value in releasing the episodes as is and clarifyin…

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“How do we find the truth about vaccines?” 34:05

3+ y ago34:05

34:05

As part of Encyclopedia Britannica's 250-year legacy of truth, Britannica for Parents is committed to providing accurate information to families. One topic parents are very concerned about is vaccines, especially the new COVID-19 vaccine. To help parents identify and avoid myths and misinformation about health and vaccines, hosts Ann and Elizabeth …

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"How do we learn and grow from each other?" 35:00

3+ y ago35:00

35:00

Countless books, websites, podcasts, and other media exist to guide people raising children. If our Raising Curious Learners co-host Ann could recommend only one book on parenting, it would be The Gardener and the Carpenter: What the New Science of Child Development Tells Us About the Relationship Between Parents and Children. In this episode, the …

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Episode 126: Year in Review and Election Day Special! 50:20

3+ y ago50:20

50:20

Shea and Maddie record on election night (remember that a million years ago??) and give some hot takes on this historic year, plus give insights into some personal relationship news (Shea got married! Maddie broke up with her boyfriend!). Can't wait to see you in the new year, Campers!Connect with Camp Adulthood Online: Website: campadulthood.comEm…

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"Can we play while you work?" 36:53

3+ y ago36:53

36:53

Doing everything from home during COVID-19 means that parents have had to blend their work and family lives together in ways like never before. Simply coping with this transition is a triumph on its own, so our hosts were particularly impressed by a family with young children that has been able to turn these trying times into something wonderful. S…

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"Can screen time be good?" 31:29

3+ y ago31:29

31:29

Reading, writing, arithmetic, and...how to mute yourself on a Zoom call? The remote and hybrid classroom settings of this school year has made tech-savviness and digital responsibility (and patience!) key skills for students and their grown ups. Parents especially have had to expand their own technical expertise, taking on the additional roles of t…

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"What's empathy?" 30:23

3+ y ago30:23

30:23

What's the one trait that parents and caregivers can cultivate in their children to guarantee their future success? Internationally recognized educator, speaker, and best-selling author Dr. Michele Borba says it's empathy. In this episode of Raising Curious Learners, Dr. Borba explains to Ann and Elizabeth how kids and adults alike benefit from fee…

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Episode 125: Shannon Jones, Scientist and PhD Candidate 57:24

3+ y ago57:24

57:24

Shea and Maddie are joined by Shannon Jones, a marine biologist and PhD candidate! The three discuss the loss of RBG, burnout, voting, charismatic megafauna, how one decides what to research, funding, communicating science to the masses, academia, aquaculture, and the environment!Please also note that we recorded this before the most recent preside…

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"Will you tell me a story?" 33:14

4y ago33:14

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The "tell me a story" phase is all too familiar to parents and caregivers. As part of the bedtime routine or demanded over and over again throughout the day, stories keep young imaginations thriving and provide an excellent opportunity for bonding. After recounting their own fond experiences, our Raising Curious Learners hosts get into the crucial …

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Episode 124: Nicole Herinckx, Wedding Coach and Coordinator 1:18:07

4y ago1:18:07

1:18:07

Shea and Maddie are joined by Nicole Herinckx (@zillaevents), a wedding coach and coordinator! The three discuss the recent wildfires, returning to the office, couples during COVID, and more about Nicole's business, Zilla Brides, and what it means to coach people through their weddings!Also a general reminder COVID is still a thing so please follow…

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"Are cities built for me?" 32:21

4y ago32:21

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Early-childhood experts often like to say that a child's environment is one of their most important teachers. But what can our built environments learn from children? This Raising Curious Learners episode, Ann and Elizabeth welcome a special guest who makes a strong case for listening to our most creative citizens. Mara Mintzer is a mom, author, sp…

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"Are you mad at me?" 40:14

4y ago40:14

40:14

Parenting has always been one of the hardest jobs on Earth. Now, in addition to raising and forming relationships with our children in a very tech-centric, high expectations world, parents and caregivers must also navigate all the new anxiety triggers that the coronavirus crisis has created. To help make coping just a little bit easier in these unc…

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Episode 123: Sam Granger, Former Peace Corps Volunteer 1:29:29

4y ago1:29:29

1:29:29

Shea and Maddie are joined by Sam Granger, a former Peace Corps volunteer and friend of the pod! The three discuss romance novels, mask compliance, punctuation usage, Jen Hatmaker drama, schools reopening, Colombia, deciding to join the Peace Corps, experiencing a new culture, and teaching financial literacy!Links to Things Discussed in the Episode…

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"What happens when families choose pandemic pods?" 30:14

4y ago30:14

30:14

For the majority of students across the United States, this back-to-school season means going back to a screen. Some parents and communities have found creative and safety-minded ways to fill the gaps in their children's remote learning experiences; but for many without access to these so-called "pandemic pods" or other extra resources, the digital…

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Episode 122: Joanna Lovering, Style Coach 1:07:35

4y ago1:07:35

1:07:35

Shea and Maddie are joined by Joanna Lovering, who is a style and leadership coach with a background in organizational psychology! They discuss Joanna's business, Copper + Rise, Chrissy Teigen, news sources, NYU quarantine, Adele and Kelly Osborne weight loss, Joanna's weight loss journey, learning fashion, the plus-size community, and the psycholo…

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"My friend is adopted. What does that mean?" 27:22

4y ago27:22

27:22

The portrait of a "traditional" household—with a mom and dad raising two biological kids under one roof—is just one of many in an expansive gallery that also portrays families with single parents, same sex parents, foster and adopted children, grandparents as guardians, step-siblings, and more. In this Raising Curious Learners episode, our hosts ad…

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Episode 121: Anna Lovell, Self-Help Coach and Yoga Teacher 1:09:10

4y ago1:09:10

1:09:10

Shea and Maddie are joined by Anna Lovell (@the_happiness_affect_with_anna), a life coach and Buti yoga teacher! The three discuss cooking during COVID, voting, Anna's coaching and energy work, being an empath, and spirituality. Links to Things Discussed in the Episode:Sign Up for Cassie Kanable's Email Newsletter: https://www.thenorthwestkitchen.c…

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"What's it like to go to school outside?" 32:10

4y ago32:10

32:10

It's back-to-school season, and it's possible that families are hearing more about the concept of outdoor learning as educators determine how to reopen schools safely. Taking classes outside provides much more space and fresh air—both key during the pandemic, but children enrolled in "nature school" programs have been able to benefit from inquiry-b…

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Episode 120: Camping Extravaganza! 55:09

4y ago55:09

55:09

Shea and Maddie go on a girls camping trip in Oregon with returning guests Kristen, Haley and Kelsey! Over a real life campfire, they give updates since they gathered last year, how COVID has effected their lives, remote school, Black Lives Matter, Twitter wins, Breakaway (Kristen and Shea's new business), Indian Matchmaking, Tik Tok and Zac Efron!…

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Episode 119: Deep Dive with Guest Host Emily Hudson! 1:13:09

4y ago1:13:09

1:13:09

Maddie is joined by special guest host and friend of the pod Emily Hudson (@injoymovementstudio) to do a deep dive on Rachel Hollis' divorce and the #freebrittany movement!Connect with Emily: Podcast: Injoy Studio OwnershipInstagram: @injoymovementstudioConnect with Camp Adulthood: Email: hello@campadulthood.comWebsite: campadulthood.comTwitter/Ins…

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"Is child care going to be different now?" 23:52

4y ago23:52

23:52

While many families are eager to get back to their pre-pandemic routines, there is still a lot to grapple with when it comes to returning kids—and teachers and staff—to child care centers safely. In this episode, our Raising Curious Learners hosts talk with Bettye Cohns, executive director for nearby Reba Early Learning Center, who recounts all the…

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Episode 118: Shea and Maddie Friendship Podcast #26 1:07:30

4y ago1:07:30

1:07:30

Shea and Maddie give you some hot takes on the recent racial issues and protests, Detroit style pizza, stick on nails, Rachel Hollis' divorce, an update on the Alison Roman/Chrissy Teigan feud, Queer Eye and online dog content!Connect with Camp Adulthood Online: Email: hello@campadulthood.comWebsite: campadulthood.comTwitter/Instagram: @camp_adulth…

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"Alexa, are you my best friend?" 35:00

4y ago35:00

35:00

In households where Alexa, Google, or Siri are almost like family members or close friends, youngsters have very different perspectives than adults who view these devices just as helpful pieces of the modern tech toolbox. In this Raising Curious Learners episode, co-hosts Ann and Elizabeth are joined by Silvia Lovato, a children's digital media pro…

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"Is everything going to be okay?" 29:00

4y ago29:00

29:00

Children can be incredibly resilient during difficult times. However, during the course of the pandemic, their social and emotional well-being and development have undergone exceptional challenges. Kids and parents alike have dealt with loss of structure, feelings of isolation, and worries about the unknown; and parents have had the added tasks of …

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Episode 117: Brittany Miller, Screenwriter 1:11:32

4y ago1:11:32

1:11:32

Shea and Maddie are joined by TV writer Brittany Miller! The three discuss Joe Rogan's Spotify deal, coronavirus reopenings, Brittany's writing journey, and being a single mom!Support Brittany by watching the upcoming show "Woke" on Hulu!Connect with Camp Adulthood Online: Email: hello@campadulthood.comWebsite: campadulthood.comTwitter/Instagram: @…

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"Can I go play now?" 28:16

4y ago28:16

28:16

Tactile or pretend, solo or together, indoors or outdoors, organized or messy, in-person or even over video chat, playtime comes in so many different forms–all of which are essential to growing and learning. In this Raising Curious Learners episode, our hosts Elizabeth and Ann have a conversation about the lasting power of play. They reflect back o…

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Episode 116: Zoe, Software Engineer 1:02:23

4y ago1:02:23

1:02:23

Shea and Maddie are joined by Zoe, a software engineer and linguist at Google! The three discuss Zoe growing up with British parents, being Producer Jennie's newest roommate, the Alison Roman controversy, the Robert Pattinson GQ article, Zoom parties, Elon Musk, computer algorithms, and tech company office culture!Links to Things Discussed in the E…

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Episode 115: Lucia Hawley, Women's Health Expert 1:11:29

4y ago1:11:29

1:11:29

Shea and Maddie are joined by Lucia Hawley (@luciahawley_), a functional nutritional therapy practitioner and women's health expert! The three discuss influencers, Nashville bachelorette parties, Adele's resurgence, Lucia's own health journey, bioindividuality, body positivity and personal responsibility!Connect with Lucia: Website: luciahawley.com…

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"Why Do We Have To Wear Face Masks?" 22:35

4y ago22:35

22:35

The global COVID-19 crisis has put a lot of aspects of our daily lives on pause, but if you have a young child at home you've probably found one thing that has only escalated: all their questions! Life during a pandemic is new for us all, but this time is even more confusing for children. Their curious little minds have been internalizing and react…

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Episode 114: Janie Cassady, Lifestyle Vlogger and Instagrammer 1:04:42

4+ y ago1:04:42

1:04:42

Shea and Maddie are joined by Janie Cassady (@prettytothinksoblog), a beauty, fashion and lifestyle vlogger and Instagrammer! The three discuss soda streams, influencers in the pandemic, the Daily Mail, the Sims, growing up in a small town, Shea as a babysitter, and Disney classics!Connect with Janie Online: YouTube: Pretty To Think SoLifestyle Ins…

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Episode 113: Shea and Maddie Friendship Podcast #25 COVID-19 SPECIAL 2 51:52

4+ y ago51:52

51:52

Shea and Maddie are back for an April update on how they are doing amidst the coronavirus pandemic. Stay safe out there, Campers!Connect with Camp Adulthood Online: Email: hello@campadulthood.comWebsite: campadulthood.comTwitter/Instagram: @camp_adulthoodFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/campadulthood/?ref=bookmarks…

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Episode 112: Shea and Maddie Friendship Podcast #24 COVID-19 SPECIAL 1:02:41

4+ y ago1:02:41

1:02:41

Shea and Maddie come to you from their respective quarantines to bring you this coronavirus special friendship podcast episode! They discuss the impact of this crisis on millennials, and share their experiences thus far with the measures in place to slow the spread. *EDITORS NOTE: this episode was recorded in mid-March and we think its valuable to …