The Warrior Parent Podcast

Description: Join hosts Marci Mitchell and Debbie DiManno for an empowering episode with Mandi Pratt. Mandi is a trained domestic violence victim advocate, a self-defense teacher, and also a podcaster. Discover her story of dealing with the trauma and empowering herself to be her and her son's own warrior. Tune in for a journey of empowerment, love, and valuable insights in this episode of The War...

Description: Join hosts Marci Mitchell and Debbie DiManno for an enlightening episode with Luchan Baker. Delve into Luchan's spiritual upbringing, mental health insights, and challenges of co-parenting. Discover his unique take on family court, fostering a loving environment post-separation, and embracing preteens and teens. Luchan's humor and wisdom make this episode a must-listen for a refreshin...

Description: Join hosts Debbie DiManno and Marci Mitchell as they engage in a thought-provoking conversation with Dr. Karen Dobkins. From the origins of her Ted talk, "The Space Between," to addressing the mental wellness challenges of college students and the impact of climate anxiety, Dr. Dobkins shares profound insights. The discussion turns to parenting, introducing the concept of the "warrior...

Description: In this episode, join our hosts Marci Mitchell and Debbie DiManno delve into a heartfelt discussion on coping mechanisms for PTSD and the significance of mindfulness, gratitude, and service in overcoming a veteran's life challenges. They are joined by Ben Baker, a Navy veteran, AI expert, and a businessman. Ben shares his experiences dealing with trauma, his military service journey,...

Description: Join hosts Marci Mitchell and Debbie DiManno in a heartfelt and enlightening conversation with Ebony Harper. In this episode, Ebony shares her powerful personal journey, her awakening moment, and her tireless work in advocating for trans rights. She discusses the significance of mental health support, the success of AB 2218, and the need for unity and open dialogue between cisgender a...

Description: In this guest episode of The Warrior Parent Podcast, hosts Marci Mitchell and Debbie DiManno engage in a meaningful conversation with Nicole Craine about Hands4Hope empowering youth programs and services. Discover how Hands4Hope is transforming the lives of both the youth they serve and the broader community through impactful service projects and mentorship. This episode highlights th...

In this guest episode of The Warrior Parent Podcast, hosts Marci Mitchell and Debbie DiManno welcome Assemblymember Dr. Corey Jackson, a passionate advocate for youth development and mental health in California. Dr. Jackson shares valuable insights into mental health challenges faced by youth. Dr. Jackson discusses his personal journey and his trio of mental health bills, including universal Adver...

Description: In this episode of The Warrior Parent Podcast, hosts Debbie DiManno and Marci Mitchell delve into the crucial aspects of finding connection, purpose, and calm in the midst of challenging times. They explore the concept of Blue Zones, regions where people live longer and healthier lives, emphasizing the role of strong social ties and a sense of belonging. Debbie and Marci discuss the s...

In this special episode of The Warrior Parent Podcast, hosts Marci Mitchell and Debbie DiManno talk about Enneagram, what it is, why it matters, and how to use it in your own life and relationships. Debbie highlights the importance of acknowledging mental well-being for teens and young adults. She encourages teens to seize the opportunity to shape their reality and embrace mental wellness as an op...

In this guest episode of The Warrior Parent Podcast, hosts Marci Mitchell and Debbie DiManno welcome Janet Bailey, a renowned medical intuitive and bioenergetic diagnostician. The group chats about the world of healing and energy. Janet shares her personal journey, highlighting how an alternative approach to mental and physical care can empower people to understand and address their health on a de...

In this guest episode of The Warrior Parent Podcast, hosts Marci Mitchell and Debbie DiManno sit down with Dr. Sonia Toledo to explore her mission of making school programs more inclusive to different educational needs. The conversation provides details of Sonia's unique learning framework and the crucial roles parents and educators play in empowering students to explore their creativity and find...

In this guest episode of The Warrior Parent Podcast, hosts Marci Mitchell and Debbie DiManno explore the transformative journey of teen life coach Ariel Jolie, who was compelled to empower teens after a personal health scare tied to societal pressures. Ariel highlights the importance of acknowledging mental well-being for teens and young adults. She encourages teens to seize the opportunity to sha...

*Please note that this episode discusses sensitive and triggering topics - audience discretion advised* In this guest episode of The Warrior Parent Podcast, hosts Marci Mitchell and Debbie DiManno speak with guest Paul Bunch. Paul grew up in an eclectic and diverse neighborhood where he was exposed to a variety of arts as a young child. He is the director of 'Never Alone' a musical inspired by kid...

*Please note that this episode discusses sensitive and triggering topics - audience discretion advised*   Description: In this guest episode of The Warrior Parent Podcast, hosts Marci Mitchell and Debbie DiManno speak with guest Judge Tim Fall, author of the Running for Judge , a book where he opens up about being on the campaign trail for appointed Judge, personal struggles he experienced in this...

In this guest episode of The Warrior Parent Podcast, hosts Marci Mitchell and Debbie DiManno speak with guest Terence Shigg, executive director of the ABC Foundation, board member of Cour Experience, co-founder of Moore and Shigg, and licensed marriage and family therapist. The three speak about the struggles kids face in underserved communities and what actions people can take to inspire change....

In this guest episode of The Warrior Parent Podcast, hosts Marci Mitchell and Debbie DiManno speak with guest Claire Goss, an educational psychologist who helps children navigate their unique learning styles and the challenges of the world itself. The group talks about counseling, education, and resources for both children and adults to support kids and provide the tools they need for success.   R...

*Please note that this episode discusses sensitive and triggering topics - audience discretion advised* In this guest episode of The Warrior Parent Podcast, hosts Marci Mitchell and Debbie DiManno speak with guest Wendy Ciotti, a licensed family therapist who works as a school based mental health clinician. The three speak about mental health struggles in the lives of young people today, and what...

*Please note that this episode discusses sensitive and triggering topics - audience discretion advised* In this guest episode of The Warrior Parent Podcast, hosts Marci Mitchell and Debbie DiManno speak with a second time guest, Professor of Psychology, Yuli Legakis. The group talks about brain function, particularly during the aging process, and the patterns and connections that are established a...

In this guest episode of The Warrior Parent Podcast, hosts Marci Mitchell and Debbie DiManno speak with Rev Dr. Raymont Anderson, or Dr. Ray, a reverend and teacher of spiritual principles that focuses on empowered living, human rights, and holistic wellness. The group digs into a conversation around trauma, growth, healing, and community starting with looking from within and helping yourself to h...

In this guest episode of The Warrior Parent Podcast, hosts Marci Mitchell and Debbie DiManno speak with Mitch Austin, a spirituality leader who shares his story of transformation from the gender identity of female to male. Mitch opens up about the realities of being a transgender man in today's society, the changes coming from educating others, and how the world can support the trans community, pa...

In this guest episode of The Warrior Parent Podcast, hosts Marci Mitchell and Debbie DiManno speak with Donna Apidone, author, seasoned radio host, and ordained minister who works with people from all blocks of life, in all stages of life, to find purpose through values. Marci and Donna dig into what exactly Donna does to help both adults and teens navigate changes by finding support in others.  ...

*Please note that this episode discusses sensitive and triggering topics - audience discretion advised*   In this guest episode of The Warrior Parent Podcast, hosts Marci Mitchell and Debbie DiManno speak with Vashti Summervill, an educator, parent coach, mental health expert, and consultant. The three women talk about the challenges of parenthood when it comes to kids and their experiences in the...

*Please note that this episode discusses sensitive and triggering topics - audience discretion advised*    In this guest episode of The Warrior Parent Podcast, hosts Marci Mitchell and Debbie DiManno speak with Yuli Legakis, a professor of psychology, who gives her take on the younger generation and handling today's stressors from the perspective of an educator. This conversation is deep but neces...

Please note that this episode discusses sensitive and triggering topics - audience discretion advised   In the very first guest episode of The Warrior Parent Podcast, hosts Marci Mitchell and Debbie DiManno, speak with Meghan Adamski, executive director of "A Touch of Understanding", a traveling workshop that focuses on inclusion in schools, particularly for kids with disabilities. Marci, Debbie,...

In this inaugural episode of The Warrior Parent Podcast, hosts Marci Mitchell and Debbie DiManno talk about how Cour Experience began and share their backgrounds and experiences that have led them to this purposeful work. They talk about the tools that have helped them navigate challenging times with their families, as well as their vision for this podcast. The episode concludes with a conversatio...