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Flipping Mr. Rogers the Big Bird: Screen Time, Diversity & Childhood - (A·B·C·D) Podcast Episode 20
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Do you remember the kid shows that captured your imagination and taught you valuable life lessons while growing up? Join us on this nostalgia-filled episode of ABCD as we revisit our favorite childhood TV shows, engage in a thrilling March Madness-style showdown to find the ultimate winner, and discuss the importance of representation and diversity in children's media! Along the way, we'll explore our experiences with commercials and product placement and how they shaped our choices as young viewers.
As American-born Desis, we also dive deep into the complexities of parenting and screen time, reflecting on how our own upbringing has influenced our perspectives on raising children. We'll discuss the ins and outs of regulating screen time and fostering creativity in children's entertainment, understanding that every parent's circumstances are different and should not be judged. Our debate covers iconic shows like Barney, Lamb Chop, Dragon Tales, and Reading Rainbow - which one will come out on top?
Lastly, we'll take a moment to appreciate Sesame Street's exceptional efforts in representation and diversity within their cast of characters, as well as the importance of this in children's television. Kal Penn's recent appearance on the show is just one example of the inclusive and groundbreaking work Sesame Street has been doing for years. Don't miss out on this heartwarming and thought-provoking discussion as we reminisce about the shows that shaped our childhoods and ponder their impact on future generations.
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Chapters
1. Flipping Mr. Rogers the Big Bird: Screen Time, Diversity & Childhood - (A·B·C·D) Podcast Episode 20 (00:00:00)
2. Childhood TV Shows and Cultural Identity (00:00:11)
3. Parenting and Screen Time (00:12:41)
4. Screen Time and Parenting Philosophy (00:18:54)
5. Children's TV Show Showdown (00:25:50)
6. Kids' TV Show Debate (00:31:41)
7. Childhood TV Show Battle (00:42:09)
8. Childhood TV Shows Debated (00:48:19)
9. Kid's TV Show Bracket (00:54:38)
10. Representation in Sesame Street (01:07:36)
11. Acknowledgments and After Show (01:12:41)
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