Mom and Teen Reel Talk!

Hey Hey Reel Talkers, Angi and Dr. Nikki are back and heading into Season 4 of Never Have I Ever, episodes 1 and 2, and oh my god, there are many issues to dig into, and we are digging in! Here are some of the important questions that we explore and open for you and your teen to discuss. 1) Can you be "bad" at Sex? What makes someone "good" at sex? 2) Should relationships be ea...

We are watching the season 1 finale episode 10 and the action never stops. Ginny and Austin hop on the motorcycle and ride off into the unknown evening. Do you feel like Ginny betrayed Max by not telling her about sleeping with Marcus? What do you think she is most upset about? If you were to run away where would you run to? To work with us directly ⁠⁠⁠Find Dr. Nikki Here⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Angi at Teenlines.c...

Hey Reel Talkers We are moving along with Ginny and Georgia episode 9 and talking about all the things.

Hey Reel Talkers, We are talking all things Ginny and Georgia episodes 7 and 8! Happy b-day Ginny do you really want to hear the truth? Here are some good jumping off questions to get the ball rolling and communicating. Do you think that 16 year old’s want to do their birthday with their parents?  Why do women shave? Do we get to change our mind about having sex even if the other person is interes...

Hey Hey Reel Talkers, We are watching Ginny and Georgia episodes 5 and 6 and reel life thougths and demons are often scarier than any horror movie. There are so many great conversations waiting to happen in this episode and here are some questions to start the ball rolling. Is watching scary movies the prelude to nightmares?  Should you let a young child watch a scary movie? Is Halloween a sexy ho...

We are talking all things Ginny and Georgia Episodes 3 and 4. It is getting sticky and relationships are NOT EASY. Listen with your teen or talk to your teen and we hope you will be able to have those hard conversations with less worry, sadness or criticism. Here are some questions and talking points to consider. Whether you are the hippest or the most clueless mom...either way, you will get the c...

Hey Reel Talkers, We are starting to dive into the complicated lives of Ginny and Georgia. Angi is a little leary about all of the confusing messages for young girls. I think that it is the best opportunity to tease out where we take in confusing messages about the way we influence people in a sexist society. Here are some great questions to begin with so you can have your first really great fun c...

Hey Reel Talkers!  Welcome to the season finale of Wednesday episode 7 and 8.  This finale is definitely all a finale should be.  Wednesday dies and then is reborn, a monster is caught and a mystery solved.  New friends, a first kiss and a breakup.   Here are some great questions to start the conversatioms: Do you believe that other people’s annoying habits are really anno...

Hey Hey Reel Talkers,  So exciting to continue to watch the wacky and wonderful adventures of Wednesday Addams episodes 5 and 6.  Pull up a piece of couch, a warm blanky and a fun snack and get ready to have better conversations with your teens than you ever thought possible. Here are some fun and meaningful questions to get the ball rolling.  Wednesday being hunted and almost kille...

Hey Reel Talkers, We are talking about WEDNESDAY, the Netflix series (Season 1 episode 5 and 6) and boy are things heating up.  Such great conversation to be had about trust and friendships. Ideas to talk over with your teen: Wednesday said being hunted and almost killed she considered one of  the best parts of attending Nevermore. Is there any way that angst could be considered healthy/...

Hey Reel Talkers,   Wednesday is back and more fearless than ever.   Episodes three and four will get the conversations between you and your teens flowing and you will have more fun and connection than you ever thought possible.  It's been shown that strong family relationships and conversation will decrease the incidence of future high risk behaviors.   Here are some great que...

Wednesday on Netflix.  Are you talking about this character with your teen yet?  Join us to listen and start better conversations with your own son & daughter! There are some great questions to talk about while watching Wednesday.  Do you ever have the impulse to seek revenge for someone who was mean to you? How can you show someone you love them without saying it?   In wha...

Gossip Girl Season TWO, episode 3 & 4 The First Day of School ---let's talk about it.  Think Gossip Girl is all a bit over-the-top?   Is it possible to build stronger conversations and avoid some challenges in our own lives when we learn from the mistakes of Blaire and Serena (oh so many mistakes!)?   Ask your teen what they think about Gossip Girl and find out. Moms Contact Nik...

Building better conversations with teens by talking about TEEN TV. Here we are diving into the netflix series "Wednesday" but watch out for piranhas!  Wednesday is popular Netflix TV series based on the sour/empowered character Wednesday Addams   Angi is talking with her 17 year old daughter about the character and what constitutes "niceness". How do we know someone is "nice" or "mean"?...

Never Have I Ever- Some wonderful teen characters facing some relatable challenges.   This episode examines Season THREE Finale.  All the emotions are here- let's build that parent child bond with some thoughtful conversations.   What do you think of how these TV teens handle their situations? To connect with us and create your own parenting connections in your own home, reach out t...

Angi and Dr. Nikki are discussing Never Have I Ever (TV show on Netflix) Season 3, episodes 7 and 8.   Seems like Devi is starting to let go of her sadness and find some joy in her relationship with Des.  BFFs Fabiola and Aneesa are trying to figure out the status of their relationship.  Let's talk about it.  A few light questions to find out what your teen thinks and get the c...

You and your children are completely worthy and lovable no matter what you do and can never lose it.  It is your birthright as a human on this planet!  I want you to find a picture of yourself and your child/children from under the age of 12 and memorize that image of innocence. You can always look at the essence of the person inside and remember the wonderful human being that you and yo...

My daughter Lili landed a part in a nationally touring musical and we all share in the joy and celebration.  As one of us goes after our hopes and dreams it means there is a possibility for all of us.   Join me for all of the news.  Lili is making it to the big time and we get to share in each others joy.  Please if you are in any of the cities where my daughter is performing p...

Using Teen TV as a launch point for discussions on Emotional Well-Being .  Ben and Devi share that relentless obsession to prove that they are smart.  Insight into the male perspective on insecurity here. Checking out Never Have I Ever  on NETFLIX (Season 3 episodes 5 and 6).  Looks like maybe Ben is lovable (no matter where he goes to college).  Sometimes we can make ours...

Ever notice how we all (not just teens) look for someone else to approve of us...so that we can feel like worthy/good/valuable humans? Why do we DO that? Is it possible to know that you are a great person even if that CRUSH doesn't tell you that? Angi and Dr. Nikki are diving deep into Never Have I Ever Season 3 episodes 3 and 4.  Can we expect that a relationship  (or anything external?...

Make talking with your teens easier by using TEEN TV as the launch point of your discussion.   The characters have a lot of heart and face some relatable challenges.  Get your teen talking about what they would do in Devi's situation...or, as one of her friends.   Season 3 of Never Have I Ever episodes 1 and 2.  Devi believes that having a hot boyfriend will solve all prob...

This is an exciting bonus episode where we talk about our unique parenting styles and (unexpected) practices which may create some new perspectives for you. The message is clear there are MANY different ways to do things.  Stay hopeful with us while you enter this unknown territory of raising young adults.   If you want a big, fun life with less worry, overwhelm and anxiety so that you c...

Open conversations with our teens are so important to create trust and help create more thoughtful decision making skills.  Hint: It's not just the teens, this stuff helps us Moms too!  It's the Season 2 big finale and Devi got her man (at least one of them)!  Things seem to be looking up... but are they?  Looks like your problems don't disappear when you get the partner of you...

Two Moms discuss the challenges of apologizing.  Check out how Devi handles it in the popular teen TV series, Never Have I Ever.  We are watching to Never Have I Ever Season 2 episodes 7 and 8 and talking about all of the things! Many important topics to talk about in these episodes that will UPLEVEL your understanding of each other.   Do you feel comfortable apologizing? Can you ap...

Does your teen make emotional decisions without thinking? Let's be honest...adults do the same thing.  How can we recognize when we are quick to react out of panic?  How can we change those reactions into thoughtful responses?  Let's talk about Never Have I Ever with our teens to see what they think. We are deep in season 2 of Never Have I Ever: episodes 5 and 6 and things are heati...