Parenting in the Digital Age

Today, we have a remarkable guest who brings a wealth of knowledge in the area of raising teens, daughters in particular.   So if you often find yourself frustrated, second guessing, or anxious as a teen parent, chances are you're not alone.   Our guest today, Nadine Rajeh  is here to share her wisdom on guiding high-performing teens through the unique challenges of the digital age.   Nadine i...

Gina is not your average attorney; she specialises in childbirth cases, offering insights that extend from the courtroom to the delivery room. But that's not all—Gina is also a bestselling author who's shifting the narrative from being reactive to proactive in childbirth. Her groundbreaking book serves as a comprehensive guide for expectant parents, covering everything from the essential l...

Meet Shaun Banks, a global youth development specialist, published author, and an incredible force of inspiration for kids around the world.    Overcoming personal hardships like domestic violence and homelessness, Shaun has transformed adversity into a life mission.   He founded the "I AM Defense Institute" to teach self-defence and personal development to women and children, launched C...

This week on the podcast is Briton Kolber—a seasoned psychologist with a unique focus on geek-centered therapy. Since 2012, Briton has run a private practice, aiding clients by integrating elements of geek culture into the therapeutic process. With an intimate understanding of human behavior, he brings invaluable insights into mental wellness, particularly for those who resonate with geek culture....

In this episode, we have Dr. Lorea Martínez Pérez joining us. An award-winning advocate for Social Emotional Learning, Dr. Martínez is the founder of HEART in Mind, where she has worked tirelessly to help schools, districts, and organizations infuse SEL into their practices. Her extensive background includes training teachers, leadership teams, and guiding ed-tech companies in integrating SEL into...

In this episode, we are joined by Morgan Ryza, a homeschooling and unschooling advocate with over 12 years of experience. Morgan's mission is to help parents build lasting relationships, create shared memories, and customize their child's education. With a master's degree in education and a wealth of firsthand experience, Morgan is here to share her expertise and insights. Get ready fo...

Today we are joined by Dr. Bibi Pirayesh. Dr. Bibi is an educational therapist based in Los Angeles who has been in private practice for over a decade. She has a Bachelor's degree in Neuroscience and Education, a Master's in Developmental Psychology and she also has a Doctoral degree in education and social justice.   Dr. Bibi is a sought-after speaker who is passionate about helping child...

Today we are joined by Brian Perry and Luke Grim - creators of https://www.these16things.com/ Brian is a Christian, husband, and father of 7 kids. He spends time coaching soccer, running obstacle course races, and serving as a counselor at a church camp for kids. Luke is a Christian, husband, and a proud father of eight children. Luke served in the U.S. Army and since retiring, is a 12th-grade tea...

Today, we're joined by Helen Wills on our show. Helen, a vibrant midlife mom to two teens, and the host of the Teenage Kicks podcast. Through her blog 'Actually Mummy,' Helen shares her candid parenting experiences and life as a woman over 50. She's a passionate traveller, an advocate for Type 1 diabetes, and believes in making life after 50 more visible and celebrated.   Join us f...

Today, we're joined by Jeff Tucker, a Professional Counselor and National Certified School Counselor, and children's Author. Based in Little Rock, Arkansas, Jeff is an avid reader and writer who combines his passions to advocate for children's emotional well-being. Through our discussion, Jeff will share insights on using literature to address complex topics and guide children through...

In today's episode, we have a special guest joining us, Matthew Eyler. Matthew is a former New York State General and Special Education teacher with a decade of experience in the classroom. However, feeling frustrated with the state of public education, he made a bold decision to follow his passion and utilize martial arts to empower students mentally, physically, and emotionally.   With over...

In today's episode, we have a remarkable guest joining us, Tiffany Rochester. Tiffany is a Co-Parenting Coach and Clinical Psychologist who is passionately dedicated to nurturing families and providing support to parents, ensuring that children can thrive in warm relationships with both parents, even across two separate homes. With a deep understanding of the emotional and financial toll of ad...

Today, we're joined by Andrew Newman, author of Conscious Stories, a collection of mindfulness books for children. Andrew's mission is to help families connect amidst the chaos of everyday life through his stories. Andrew's vision is to assist parents in nurturing their children's spirituality early on, aiming for a future where children can avoid the missteps of previous generatio...

Welcome to "Parenting in the Digital Age," the podcast where we delve into the unique challenges and opportunities of raising kids in today's tech-driven world. In this episode, we have a special guest joining us, Rehn Boothey, the Director of Renaissance Youth, a visionary organisation empowering young people to navigate their social and emotional lives with resilience and confidenc...

Our guest today is Estelle Lloyd, the founder of Macademia—an award-winning global EdTech company behind Da Vinci and Azoomee.   Macademia is dedicated to providing educational programming and interactive learning activities for families. Through their platforms, Azoomee and Da Vinci, they deliver premium TV shows, documentaries, and interactive experiences in 22 languages, reaching an audience of...

Welcome to Parenting in the Digital Age, where we explore the challenges and opportunities of raising kids in a world filled with technology. Today we have a very special guest with us - Lainie Liberti. Lainie is an author, speaker, community leader, and advocate for alternative education who has been pioneering the worldschooling movement. She has founded Transformative Mentoring for Teens, co-fo...

Welcome to Parenting in the Digital Age, where we explore the challenges and opportunities of raising kids in a world filled with technology. Today, we have the pleasure of hosting Dr. Megan Connell, a board-certified psychologist, author, speaker, and game master. ‌ In her work, Dr. Connell utilises tabletop role-playing games as a clinical intervention, and in 2017, she co-founded the media comp...

In today's episode, we're thrilled to have Kirk Martin, founder of  http://CelebrateCalm.com  and host of the Calm Parenting Podcast. Kirk has helped nearly a million parents transform their family lives by teaching them how to: ‌ Improve focus, attention, and organization Stop defiance, meltdowns, tantrums, and arguing Get kids off video games/screens without a fight Create stress-free mo...

Today, we are excited to have Maya Payne Smart, an author, book lover, and literacy advocate. Maya is dedicated to helping parents raise kids who thrive through her work as a writer and speaker on topics that revolve around reading, education, and advocating for literacy for all. She shares her knowledge and experience in her book, "Reading for Our Lives: A Literacy Action Plan from Birth to...

As the founder and CEO of Simplifed, Andrea has created the first independent platform for tele-lactation consulting and nutrition support, connecting new parents with essential resources during early parenthood. ‌In addition to leading Simplifed, Andrea teaches in the Engineering Management Program at Cornell University. ‌Her impressive background features a stint as the Director of the Departmen...

Welcome to Parenting in the Digital Age, where we explore the challenges and opportunities of raising kids in a world filled with technology. In today's episode, we are delighted to have Karen Gibson as our guest. Karen is a renowned author, parent coach, and founder of Letting Go with Aloha and Brain Builders. With over 25 years of experience working with students and parents, Karen has devel...

Welcome to Parenting in the Digital Age, where we explore the challenges and opportunities of raising kids in a world filled with technology. Today, we are thrilled to have the multi-talented Carolyn Sloan with us. An award-winning author, composer, educator, and entrepreneur, Carolyn has dedicated her life to creating interactive music experiences for children. Her songs have been performed in th...

Welcome to Parenting in the Digital Age, where we explore the challenges and opportunities of raising kids in a world filled with technology. For many parents, the way we entertain our children can be a concern. Are they spending too much time in front of devices? Are they learning the right lessons and being exposed to the right things? ‌ Today's guest, Ross Fisher, is the author and creator...

Welcome to Parenting in the Digital Age, where we explore the challenges and opportunities of raising kids in a world filled with technology. Today's guest is Brett Hoffstadt, a father of two teenage children, who have consistently encouraged and supported non-digital learning and activities for his kids. He believes that physical, analog formats such as books, hands-on activities, and museums...

Today's podcast is about helping neuro-diverse kids thrive in the modern world. To help us explore this topic, I am joined by Sivan Hong, a best-selling children's book author and illustrator. Sivan's books, the Super Fun Day Series, focus on neurodiverse children and how they can succeed. Her inspiring stories have touched the hearts of many and have been featured on NBC and News12. Sivan is also...