Wonder of Parenting - A Brain-Science Approach to Parenting

#401 Educating Your Child for the Future with Guest Deborah Kenny

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 11:00:00 -0000

Author and Educator Deborah Kenny talks about her new book, The Well Educated Child, offering practical insights for parents and educators for raising well educated kids.

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Best of: Listener Question—Free Range Childhood

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 11:00:00 -0000

From February 2021: A mom wants to know what brain science says about letting children roam vs. scheduling their time.

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#400 Our 400th Episode Jubilee: Does Gurian Have Anything Left to Say?

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 11:00:00 -0000

As we dive into our 400th episode we look back at where we've been and where we are in terms of boys, girls, brain-science, and parenting.

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Best of: Listener Question—The Sleepwalking Daughter

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 11:00:00 -0000

From August, 202: A 7-year-old girl has issues falling to sleep.

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#399 How to Talk With Your Kids about Alcohol with Guest Cecily Mak

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 11:00:00 -0000

Author Cecily Mak (Undimmed) talks about her own experience with alcohol and how we can help our kids navigate habits and substances in healthy ways.

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Best of: Listener Question: How Do I Get My Son's Attention

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 20:00:00 -0000

From July 2020: A mom writes in about her overly rambunctious boy and his overly rambunctious friendship with another overly rambunctious boy.

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#398 Parenting Googled

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 11:00:00 -0000

Tim found a site listing the top parenting question googled in each state. He saves the state of Washington, Michael's home state, for last.

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Best of: Should I be Bathing with My Kids?

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 11:00:00 -0000

From May, 2021: Should I be Bathing with My Kids? A mom wonders at what age it is no longer appropriate to bathe with her kids.

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#397 The Child with the Sensory Processing Disorder-Listener Question

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 11:00:00 -0000

A mom writes in concerned about some signs her 6 year old is showing that suggest a sensory processing disorder.

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Best of: The Daughter Who Invaded Our Privacy

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 11:00:00 -0000

From August, 2021: A mom writes about a daughter who used the internet to discover a surprise her parents were hiding for a special day.

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#396: Building Strong Readers with Guest Dr. Elizabeth DeWitt

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 11:00:00 -0000

Dr. DeWitt, of Learning Without Tears, joins the show to talk about the benefits of reading, offering practical, daily ways to help kids become strong readers.

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Best of: Listener Question—To Win or Not to Win

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 11:00:00 -0000

From February, 2021: A mom writes about her son’s obsession with winning and how he acts out when he loses

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How to Help Your Children Find Their Moral Compass

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 11:00:00 -0000

Michael and Tim take a dive into morality, what it is, and how to help instill it into our kids.

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Best of: Listener Question—Should I Intervene When My Teenage Boys Get Into It?

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 11:00:00 -0000

From November, 2020: A mom and dad want to know how to handle their teenage boys when their roughhousing escalates.

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Running the Family as a Business with Guest Melissa Smith

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 11:00:00 -0000

Guest Melissa Smith takes insights from branding companies and practically applies them to the family--to help parents intentionally take back the identity of their family.

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Best of: How to be a Dad to a Teenage Daughter

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 11:00:00 -0000

From June, 2022: Michael and Tim talk to dads about what their teen age daughters need from them as they move through the teen years.

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Protecting the Biology of Your Child

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 11:00:00 -0000

Michael and Tim look at the health and well-being of your child from a biological perspective and how nurturing the biology of a child can help your child thrive.

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Best of: Sports and Aggression.

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 11:00:00 -0000

From December, 2021: A mom writes in for an opinion on aggression in sports.

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Best of: The Trouble with Chores

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 11:00:00 -0000

From November, 2021: A dad writes in asking for help in motivating his kids to do their chores.

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How You Can Be a Difference-Making Dad with Guest Josh Davis

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 11:00:00 -0000

Author Josh Davis (The Difference that Makes the Difference) offers insights and strategies that can empower dads to be difference makers in the lives of their kids.

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What do Social Constructs Have to do with Parenting?

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 11:00:00 -0000

Is masculine different from male? Feminine different from female? Does it matter? Dr. Gurian offers valuable insights into how we can move beyond that debate to nurturing the nature of our sons and daughters.

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Best of: The Daughter Who Went Behind Her Parents Back

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 11:00:00 -0000

From September, 2021: The Daughter Who Went Behind Her Parents Back. A dad is concerned about something his daughter did behind their backs.

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Listener Question: The Fear-Filled 10-Year-Old

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 11:00:00 -0000

A mom is concerned about her sons fears of being alone and being alone in the dark. Michael responds with several practical strategies.

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Best of: Does Violent Play Lead to Violent Children?

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 11:00:00 -0000

From August 2021: Does Violent Play Lead to Violent Children? A mom is concerned about the “violent play and storytelling” of her son.

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Listener Question: When a Son Wants to Distance from a Mom

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 11:00:00 -0000

A listener writes in asking how to help moms successfully help their sons individuate while not losing their hearts.

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Best of: How to Blend a Blended Family

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 11:00:00 -0000

From May, 2021: How to Blend a Blended Family. A mom is about to move in with her boyfriend. She brings a son into the relationship as does he. Her concern is for her boyfriend’s son and how he will transition.

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Hope for Overwhelmed Moms with Guest Rebecca Olson

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 11:00:00 -0000

Mom coach Rebecca Olson joins the podcast to share insights and strategies into how moms can find balance in their lives.

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Best of: Listener Question—Should I Expect My Kids to Sit Through Family Meals?

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 11:00:00 -0000

From March, 2021: A mom writes about the challenge she’s facing getting her husband to agree to family meals, claiming boys have a hard time doing so.

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Mom to Mom: How to Raise Boys

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 11:00:00 -0000

Maggie Dent, author of the best-selling book, Mothering Our Boys, and mother of four grown sons, joins the podcast from Australia to offer helpful and often humorous insights into mothering boys.

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Best of: Listener Question: Calming Strategies for Students

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 11:00:00 -0000

From December, 2020: A teacher writes concerned about one of her students and wonders how she can help all of her students learn calming techniques.

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My Son Gets Overly Fixated

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 11:00:00 -0000

A mom writes in on Facebook concerned about how fixed her son becomes on little things to the detriment of other things like his studies. Michael helps clarify between OCD, ADHD and ADD.

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Best Of : Listener Question—Screens, Naps, and Bedtime

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 11:00:00 -0000

From January, 2021: A mom writes in trying to juggle naps and screens, learning to issues around bedtime.

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Best Of: The Wonder of Parenting Holiday Extravaganza

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 11:00:00 -0000

From December, 2023: The Wonder of Parenting Holiday Extravaganza. Michael and Tim share a brief holiday podcast to wish you happy holidays.

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"Best Of" The Holiday Episode: The Power of Traditions

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 11:00:00 -0000

From December 2018: Michael and Tim talk about the values and memories shaping power of traditions not only during the holidays but throughout the year.

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Navigating Grief through the Holidays

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 11:00:00 -0000

Michael shares from his personal experience of losing his wife Gail insights into handling grief during the holidays, with a special focus on how to help our kids when they grieve.

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Best Of : Listener Question: How Can I Get My Husband to help with the Kids?

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 11:00:00 -0000

From September, 2020: With many parents now working at home and helping their kids navigate online school, this mom wonders how to help her husband help out more.

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Best Of : Holidays, Consumerism, and Your Kids

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 11:00:00 -0000

From December, 2023: Michael and Tim offer insights into navigating the consumerism of the holidays.

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Best Of: Listener Question—The Pessimistic Child

Thu, 27 Nov 2025 11:00:00 -0000

From August 2020: A mom writes in wondering how to help her son who wrestles with pessimism.

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How To Help Kids Move From Trauma to Resilience. Guest Dr. Fletch.

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 11:00:00 -0000

Dr Fletch is back to talk about her experience with trauma as a child and how we can help our kids move from their own trauma to resilience.

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Best Of: Listener Question: My Brain Made Me Do It!

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 11:00:00 -0000

From February 2020: A 3 year old is wrestling with impulse control and blames his brain. Michael and Tim dig into the brain science to talk about how to help our kids manage their impulses as they grow into adults.

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Celebrating Birthdays Without Breaking the Bank! Guest Nikki McPhetridge

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 11:00:00 -0000

Nikki McPhetridge, author of Maya's Birthday Wish, joins the show to help parents find simpler, more joy-filled ways to celebrate birthdays without breaking the bank.

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Best Of: Listener Question: The Child Who Talks Too Much

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 11:00:00 -0000

From July 2019: Michael and Tim answer a question from a mom concerned about her overly talkative child who seems to be disrupting the class.

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My Child is Autistic. Now What? With Dr. Theresa Lyons

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 11:00:00 -0000

Dr. Lyons joins the podcast to talk about her experience raising an autistic daughter and practical, science-based insights into navigating autism. Visit www.awetism..net

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Best Of: Listener Questions: Stapled fingers and rough with animals

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 11:00:00 -0000

From September, 2019: Listeners Questions: Michael and Tim answer two questions; the first from a mom whose son staples his finger and the second about a son who is rough with his cat.

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How Can I Help My Son Discover His Purpose in Life?

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 11:00:00 -0000

Michael and Tim discuss why purpose is so important for boys and how to help them discover it for themselves.

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Best Of: Listener Question—The Exhausted Mom

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 11:00:00 -0000

From February, 2021: A homeschooling mom is at her wits end being a mom and a teacher.

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How Can I Help My Daughter Discover a Vision for Her Life?

Mon, 27 Oct 2025 11:00:00 -0000

Michael and Tim look at the ways girls discover fulfillment, vision, and self worth in life.

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Best Of: Listener Question—My Sisters Parenting Style is Nuts!

Thu, 23 Oct 2025 11:00:00 -0000

From January, 2021: This Aunt is having a hard time managing her sister’s kids because their parenting styles are so different.

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Suiting Our Boys Up for Manhood

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 11:00:00 -0000

Michael and Tim are joined by Mark Ryan and Barry Shreiar from the Army and Navy Academy to talk about how to build emotionally, physically, and spiritually strong boys for manhood.

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Best Of: Listener Question—Genitalia Fascination

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 11:00:00 -0000

From January, 2021: A dad is concerned about his young daughter’s fascination with her genitalia.

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Should Kids Watch the News? with Guest Lynn Smith

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 11:00:00 -0000

Former news anchor and producer Lynn Smith joins the podcast to look at how the news impacts our kids.

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Best Of: Listener Question—Body Image and the 10 Year Old

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 11:00:00 -0000

From November, 2020: A mom writes in with a moving question about her 10 year old daughter and body image issues.

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My Five Year Old Son Wants to be a Girl

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 11:00:00 -0000

Michael and Tim respond to a parent who's young boy wants to be a girl.

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Best Of: Is Today’s Classroom a Therapy Session?

Thu, 02 Oct 2025 11:00:00 -0000

From October 2020: Tim asks Michael about an editorial suggesting that too much of education today is about making kids safe and building self-esteem vs. challenging them with learning.

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Brain Bullies and Your Kids with Guest Lynn Smith

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 11:00:00 -0000

Author, former news anchor, and consultant to CEOs, Lynn Smith joins the podcast to talk about how to build resiliency in our kids.

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Best of: Listener Question—To Preschool or Not to Preschool

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 11:00:00 -0000

From August 2020: A mom asks about when to start a child in preschool, what to look for in a preschool, and specifically asks about language immersion preschools.

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Is Our Obsession with Feelings Good for Our Kids

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 11:00:00 -0000

Michael makes the argument that while it's good to help kids identify their feelings, what's more important is how they act on them/

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Best of: Listener’s Questions—Boys and Hitting

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 11:00:00 -0000

From August, 2020: Two moms write in about challenges around their young boys and hitting.

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Helping Our Kids Handle Disappointment

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 11:00:00 -0000

Tim tells a personal story about fracturing his foot while training to walk a half marathon with his grandson, leading to the topic: How to help our kids handle disappointment.

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Best Of: Teenagers!

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 11:00:00 -0000

From August, 2021: Teenagers! A mom requests an episode on the unique challenges teens face as they grow up in this new world.

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The Power of Grandparents with Guest Ted Page

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 11:00:00 -0000

Grandpa and author of "Good Grandpa," Ted Page, joins the podcast to talk about the unique role grandparents can play in raising kids.

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Best Of: Sports Parents

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 11:00:00 -0000

From December, 2021: Sports Parents. Michael and Tim offer practical advice for being sports parents while nurturing the nature of your child

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Rewiring the Parenting Manual in our Brains

Mon, 01 Sep 2025 11:00:00 -0000

Michael and Tim respond to a listener's concern about parenting her children as the victim of childhood abuse. Michael offers person insights from his own story as a survivor.

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Best Of: Other Kids’ Parents

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 11:00:00 -0000

From October, 2021: Other Kids’ Parents. A mom wants to know how to set boundaries when other kids play at her house.

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The Power of Hope with Guest Neil Bierbaum

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 11:00:00 -0000

Neil Bierbaum joins the podcast from South Africa to talk about the importance of building hope in our kids.

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Best Of: Phobias and Other Scary Things

Thu, 21 Aug 2025 11:00:00 -0000

From September, 2021: Phobias and Other Scary Things. A mom writes in about her daughter’s fear of needles.

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Listener Question: Teens, Food, and Eating! Oh My!

Mon, 18 Aug 2025 11:00:00 -0000

A mom, who raised her daughter to eat healthy foods, is frustrated that now, at 13, her daughter seems to only be eating junk food.

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Boys are from Mars, Girls are from Venus with Dr. John Gray

Mon, 18 Aug 2025 11:00:00 -0000

Michael and Tim are joined by best-selling author of Men are From Mars, Women are From Venus, Dr. John Gray, to apply his insights into raising our sons and daughters.

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"Best of" My Kids Have a New Sibling on the Way

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 11:00:00 -0000

From June, 2021: My Kids Have a New Sibling on the Way. A mom asks how to navigate the soon birth of her third child with her other two children, all of whom will be under the age of 4.

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Listener Question: The Moody Teenager

Mon, 11 Aug 2025 11:00:00 -0000

A mom writes in grieving the change in her daughter and their relationship as her daughter moves into puberty.

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"Best Of" What Should I Teach My Boys About How to Treat Girls?

Thu, 07 Aug 2025 11:00:00 -0000

From March, 2021: Listener Question: What Should I Teach My Boys About How to Treat Girls? This mom writes: how do I raise my boys to believe girls shouldn’t be seen or treated any differently but also they actually should treat girls differently in some ways?

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Reading: It Does a Brain Good with Guest Doug Lemov

Mon, 04 Aug 2025 11:01:00 -0000

Tim is joined by author Doug Lemov who dives into the science of reading and why reading is essential for our kids.

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End of July Bonus Episode: Back To School Tech Tips

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 11:00:00 -0000

As kids get ready to go back to school, guest Jen Kelman, LCSW, offers some strategies for managing screen time and school responsibilities.

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Building Perseverance in our Kids-Listener Question

Mon, 28 Jul 2025 11:00:00 -0000

A mom writes in with a question everyone parent asks at some point--when do I push my child to keep trying and when do I let it go?

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Best Of: Reading With Your Kids

Thu, 24 Jul 2025 11:00:00 -0000

From August, 2022: Reading With Your Kids. Michael and Tim are joined by Jed Doherty to talk about the importance of reading with our kids.

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A Pathway to Manhood with Guest Paul Cumbo

Mon, 21 Jul 2025 11:00:00 -0000

Michael and Tim are joined by author and educator Paul Cumbo who shares insights from his new book, A Pathway to Manhood as we continue our mini-series on Helping Boys Thrive.

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Best Of: The Sassy Daughter

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 11:00:00 -0000

From May of 2022: The Sassy Daughter. A mom writes in about her 10 year old daughter whose behavior is causing concern in the family.

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Boys: A UK Perspective with Nick Isles

Mon, 14 Jul 2025 11:00:00 -0000

Nick Isles, of the newly formed Centre for Policy Research on Men and Boys in the UK joins the show to talk about the issues of boys from a UK perspective.

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Best of: Helping Girls Thrive

Thu, 10 Jul 2025 11:00:00 -0000

From November 2020: Tim asks Michael about some of the key issues girls face today and how we as parents can support them and help them thrive.

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Screens, Play, and the Magic of the Outdoors with Guest Susie Spikol

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 11:00:00 -0000

Author and Naturalist Susie Spikol joins the podcast to offer creative, imaginative ways to get our kids outside and why it's good for their brains.

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Best of: What Are Girls Made Of?

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 11:00:00 -0000

From September 20, 2018. The second episode of the show. What Are Girls Made Of? Michael Gurian and Tim Wright take the 30,000 foot view of a girl’s brain and some of the insights it can give you for raising your daughter.

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Male Mental Health

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 11:00:00 -0000

Michael and Tim look at the challenges our boys have in expressing their emotional challenges and how we can help them thrive in the midst of them.

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Best Of: Listener Question: How Do I Talk about Death and Dying to my Kids?

Thu, 26 Jun 2025 11:00:00 -0000

From September, 2020: A mom asks how she can talk about dying and death with her four year old.

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The Manosphere and Boys with guest Rachel Hale

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 11:00:00 -0000

USAToday journalist Rachel Hale joins the show to offer insights into the manosphere and how to protect our boys from it.

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Best Of: Listener Question: Is This What Puberty Looks Like?

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 11:00:00 -0000

From November, 2020: A mom writes in about her 10 year old son and how his behavior seems to be changing. She wonders what might be puberty and what might be other issues.

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Grandfatherly Advice for Dads with Guest Ted Page

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 11:00:00 -0000

Ted Page, author of the new book, Good Grandpa, joins Michael and Tim as they offer wisdom to dads.

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Best of: 2019 Father's Day Special

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 11:00:00 -0000

From June 2019: Michael and Tim talk about their dads and about their lives as dads with an emphasis on what makes dads special.

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Fragile Masculinity?

Mon, 09 Jun 2025 11:00:00 -0000

Most of what we hear about masculinity has to do with toughness, toxicity, and being the alpha male. Michael suggests that the male brain is actually quite fragile and that our call is to build boys who are compassionate and resilient.

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Best Of: Listener Question: The Vaping Son

Thu, 05 Jun 2025 11:00:00 -0000

From September, 2020: A mom writes concerned about her 13 year son who is consistently lying about his behavior.

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Helping Boys Thrive in School with guest Daniel Parlato

Mon, 02 Jun 2025 11:00:00 -0000

Michael and Tim are joined by teacher Daniel Parlato to look at why boys are falling behind in school and strategies for helping them thrive throughout their educational experience.

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Best of: Listener Question: Boys, Girls, and Pornography

Thu, 29 May 2025 11:00:00 -0000

From January, 2020: Michael and Tim look at the effects of pornography on a boy’s brain and the legal issues surrounding online porn when it comes to our boys and girls

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Netflix's Adolescence and Toxic Boys

Mon, 26 May 2025 11:00:00 -0000

Michael and Tim review the Netflix show, Adolescence, and offer some insights into toxic masculinity, the Manosphere, and raising our sons with a positive vision for manhood.

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Best of--Video Games and Your Child’s Brain

Thu, 22 May 2025 11:00:00 -0000

From Nov. 2018: Michael and Tim look at the impact of video games on your kids—especially your sons.

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What About Homeschooling?

Mon, 19 May 2025 11:00:00 -0000

A mom is struggling with keeping her 9-year-old son engaged with school. Is homeschooling an option?

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Best of: Girls and STEM

Thu, 15 May 2025 11:00:00 -0000

From November 2020: Michael and Tim talk about the current state of Girls and STEM in schools and the workplace, with strategies for helping them succeed in those arenas.

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2025 Mother's Day Special: Three Minutes for Mom with Guest Erin Morrison

Mon, 12 May 2025 11:00:00 -0000

Erin Morrison joins the show to share with moms how to make time for themselves.

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Best Of: Mother's Day Edition 2019

Thu, 08 May 2025 11:00:00 -0000

This May, 2019 Episode celebrates moms

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Is There a Gay Brain?

Mon, 05 May 2025 11:00:00 -0000

A mom writes in asking if there is such a thing as a Gay Brain.

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Best of: Gurian on the Hot Seat

Thu, 01 May 2025 11:00:00 -0000

From August, 2020: As the Podcast celebrates its second anniversary Tim gives Michael the chance to share his heart for raising boys and girls.

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Raising a Neuro-divergent Child with Guest Daryl Potter

Mon, 28 Apr 2025 11:00:00 -0000

Daryl Potter shares the journey he and his family have been on the last 24 years with their neuro-divergent daughter.

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Best Of Listener Question: Personality or Trauma?

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 11:00:00 -0000

From May, 2020: A Grandmother writes about a trauma her granddaughter experienced at two weeks of age and wonders if that might have affected the granddaughter’s personality.

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The Bombastic Toddler-Listener Question

Mon, 21 Apr 2025 11:00:00 -0000

A mom asks Michael and Tim for advice on her overly angry daughter.

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Best of: Listener Question—Motivating a 6th Grader to Learn

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 11:00:00 -0000

From March 2020

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Preparing Your Kids for Adulting with Guest David Krasky

Mon, 14 Apr 2025 11:00:00 -0000

Guest David Krasky shares his insights into how to raise our kids to be healthy, productive adults.

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Best Of: Listener Question--Raising Boys in a Gay Household

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 11:00:00 -0000

From January, 2020: Two dads are looking to adopt sons and have questions about how raising their sons in a Gay Household.

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Managing Parental Expectations

Mon, 07 Apr 2025 11:00:00 -0000

One of the top concerns of parents is their own expectations. Michael and Tim offer some advice to manage them better.

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Best Of: Listener Questions: Parental Social Media Use and the Boy who Reads too Much

Thu, 03 Apr 2025 11:00:00 -0000

From November 2019: A parent writes in wondering about the impact parental use of social media can have on kids and a mom is concerned that her son might be reading too much.

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Three Things We Want Our Daughters/Granddaughters to Know

Mon, 31 Mar 2025 11:00:00 -0000

Michael and Tim share the wisdom they have have passed along to their daughters and will pass on to the grandddaughters.

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Best of: Your Child’s Brain and Screen Time

Thu, 27 Mar 2025 11:00:00 -0000

From October, 2018

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Educating Boys into Men with Guest Barry Shreiar

Mon, 24 Mar 2025 11:00:00 -0000

Michael and Tim are joined by Barry Shreiar of the Army and Navy Academy in Carlsbad, CA to talk about raising virtuous boys.

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Best of: Neurotoxins, Your Child, and Your Child’s Brain

Thu, 20 Mar 2025 11:00:00 -0000

From March, 2020: Neurotoxins are everywhere. Tim asks Michael what they are, what they do to our brains, and how we can protect our children from them.

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Is Pokiness Nature or Something Else?

Mon, 17 Mar 2025 11:00:00 -0000

A mom writes in concerned about her easy going, but slow-to-get-stuff done son.

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Best Of: Protecting Our Sons from Sexual Trauma Part 2

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 11:00:00 -0000

From October, 2019: Tim asks Michael about how to protect our sons from sexual trauma and what signs of sexual trauma parents should look for.

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Crushes, First Loves, and Hormones

Mon, 10 Mar 2025 11:00:00 -0000

Michael and Tim look at the brain science between love and attractions and how to help our children navigate the joys and heartaches of those early crushes

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Best of: Protecting Our Sons from Sexual Trauma Part 1

Thu, 06 Mar 2025 11:00:00 -0000

From October, 2019: Tim interviews Michael about the sexual trauma Michael experienced as a 10 year old boy.

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Play! Featuring Guest Anna Housley Juster

Mon, 03 Mar 2025 11:00:00 -0000

Anna Housley Juster is back to talk with Michael and Tim about the power of play.

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Best Of: Listener Question: The Lying Teenager

Thu, 27 Feb 2025 11:00:00 -0000

From September, 2019: A mom writes in about the challenges she and her husband are facing with a son who lies about vaping and other issues.

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Keys to Helping Boys Thrive

Mon, 24 Feb 2025 11:00:00 -0000

Michael and Tim look at some of the keys to helping boys thrive from Michael's new book--Boys: A Rescue Plan

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Best Of: Listeners Questions: Parents and Kids and Teachers, Oh My

Thu, 20 Feb 2025 13:00:00 -0000

From July 2019: Michael and Tim offer strategies for helping teachers, schools, and school districts engage with brain science as they teach.

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Do Boys Need Rescuing?

Mon, 17 Feb 2025 11:00:00 -0000

With the release of Michael's new book--Boys: A Rescue Plan, Tim asks Michael why boys need to be rescued.

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"Best Of" Listener Question: How to talk about Death and Suicide with Kids

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 11:00:00 -0000

From January, 2020 "Best Of" Listener Question: How to talk about Death and Suicide with Kids

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The Wonder of Parenting Valentine's Special

Mon, 10 Feb 2025 11:00:00 -0000

Special Guest Warren Farrell returns to join Michael and Tim in talking about how to model strong marriages for our kids.

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"Best Of" Listeners Questions: The New Mom and Nature vs. Nurture

Thu, 06 Feb 2025 11:00:00 -0000

From December, 2-19: A new mom wants advice on how to raise her new son and another mom wants to know how to discern inborn traits vs. learned behavior.

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AI and Your Kids

Mon, 03 Feb 2025 11:00:00 -0000

Tech and Social Media Expert Mark Weinstein returns to talk about the impact of AI on our kids

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"Best Of" Understanding the Effects of Trauma on our Boys and Girls

Thu, 30 Jan 2025 11:00:00 -0000

From October, 2019: Michael and Tim focus on the broader issue of trauma, what forms it takes, what signs to look for, and how to respond when our kids are traumatized.

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Online Sanity or Insanity with Guest Mark Weinstein

Mon, 27 Jan 2025 11:00:00 -0000

Tech and Social Media Guru Mark Weinstein offers insights into how to help our kids navigate social media.

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"Best Of" Listener Question: The Overly-Compliant Daughter

Thu, 23 Jan 2025 11:00:00 -0000

From September, 2019: This mom is concerned about her people-pleasing daughter and how she can build resilience in her.

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Parenting a Child with ADHD

Mon, 20 Jan 2025 11:00:00 -0000

A mom writes in asking about resources for raising her daughter dealing with ADHD

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"Best Of" Are You Raising A Toxic Son?

Thu, 16 Jan 2025 11:00:00 -0000

From March, 2019: Is masculinity toxic? Should you raise the masculinity out of your son? Tim asks Michael to talk about the nature of masculinity and the current ideology behind the term, toxic masculinity.

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The Overly Nervous Daughter

Mon, 13 Jan 2025 11:00:00 -0000

A mom writes in about the fears and anxieties her 7 year old daughter is dealing with.

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"Best Of" Building a Thriving Marriage While Raising Kids

Thu, 09 Jan 2025 11:00:00 -0000

From June, 2017: Michael and Tim share practical insights into keeping a marriage strong and vital while raising kids.

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My 6-Year-Old Son Inappropriately Touches Other Kids

Mon, 06 Jan 2025 11:00:00 -0000

A mom writes in concerned about her son's inappropriate touching of other kids.

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"Best of" Listener Question: Hyperactivity, ADHD, or Bad Behavior

Thu, 02 Jan 2025 11:00:00 -0000

From August 2019: Listener Question: Hyperactivity, ADHD, or Bad Behavior. A mom wants to know how to tell the difference between hyperactivity and ADHD and if her child is simply behaving badly.

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How to Build a Happy New Year for Your Family

Mon, 30 Dec 2024 11:00:00 -0000

Michael and Tim offer practical suggestions to build into your family life in the coming year.

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"Best Of" Healthy New Year’s Resolutions for Raising Wonder-Filled Kids

Thu, 26 Dec 2024 11:00:00 -0000

From December 2018: Michael and Tim provide several different practical, implement now resolutions that can set your child up for a year of wonder.

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The Wonder of Parenting Holiday Spectacular

Mon, 23 Dec 2024 11:00:00 -0000

Michael and Tim talk about ways to manage holiday expectations.

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"Best Of" The Holiday Episode: The Power of Traditions

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 11:00:00 -0000

From December 2018: Michael and Tim talk about the values and memories shaping power of traditions not only during the holidays but throughout the year.

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This is Your Child's Emotional Life on Social Media

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 11:00:00 -0000

Michael and Tim look at the latest research into the impact of social media on the emotional lives of our children.

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"Best of" Listener Question: Parenting Children with Learning Challenges

Thu, 12 Dec 2024 11:00:00 -0000

From February 2019: The listener writes of her frustration helping her sons deal with a list of learning challenges. Tim shares a similar story about his grandson. Michael responds with practical insights to help parents help their kids.

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This is Your Child's Brain on Social Media

Mon, 09 Dec 2024 11:00:00 -0000

Michael and Tim look at the brain development of teens, the negative impact social media has on them, and strategies to counteract that negative impact.

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Best Of: Listener Question— When Acting Out is a Red Flag

Thu, 05 Dec 2024 11:00:00 -0000

From April, 2019: Michael and Tim answer a question from a listener concerned that the child’s behavior may indicate something deeper going on.

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Soul-Mate Wisdom with Dr. Warren Farrell

Mon, 02 Dec 2024 11:00:00 -0000

Dr. Warren Farrell is back to talk about how to build a strong, healthy marriage or partnership.

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"Best Of" Building Gratitude in Your Kids

Thu, 28 Nov 2024 11:00:00 -0000

From November 2019: Michael and Tim look at the science behind gratitude and how it can set up your child for a good life.

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Redefining a Vision for Masculinity with Dr. Warren Farrell

Mon, 25 Nov 2024 11:00:00 -0000

Dr. Warren Farrell joins Michael and Tim to talk about the challenges both the Democrats and Republicans had speaking to men in the last election, and offers a compelling vision for manhood.

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"Best of" Listener Question-Boys, Rules, and Boundaries

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 11:00:00 -0000

From March 2019: A listener from London shares the story of her son and the challenges of having rules that other families don’t necessarily observe. Tim asks Michael to offer some insights for parents of boys and girls on how to work through family boundaries.

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The Self-Soothing Daughter

Mon, 18 Nov 2024 11:00:00 -0000

A mom writes in concerned about the way her daughter is soothing herself.

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"Best Of" Listener Question— The Mom, the Son, and the Nerf Gun

Thu, 14 Nov 2024 11:00:00 -0000

From April, 2019: Listener Question— The Mom, the Son, and the Nerf Gun. Michael and Tim respond to a mother’s concern about her son and his use of Nerf guns as she wonders if that might lead him to be violent as he grows older

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Helping Your Kids Discover the Joy of Reading

Mon, 11 Nov 2024 11:00:00 -0000

Michael and Tim look at the benefits of reading and how to instill the joy of reading in your kids.

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"Best of" Listener Question: The Daughter Who Sticks out Her Tongue

Thu, 07 Nov 2024 11:00:00 -0000

This mom of four has a daughter who continually sticks out her tongue and mom, dad, and others in authority. Michael and Tim talk about some of the causes and some strategies for dealing with that behavior.

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Helping 0-5's Thrive

Mon, 04 Nov 2024 11:00:00 -0000

Michael and Tim are joined again by author Anna Housley Juster to talk about the imperatives for helping 0-5's flourish and thrive

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"Best of" Listener Question: Reconciling with Kids

Thu, 31 Oct 2024 11:00:00 -0000

From June 2020 A mom is wondering how she can reconnect with her two step children.

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Teaching Your Kids to Train Their Amygdala

Mon, 28 Oct 2024 11:00:00 -0000

Michael and Tim are joined by author Anna Housley Juster who shares insights into how to help your child manage the amygdala

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"Best of" Listener Question: Breaking the Cycle of Anxiety

Thu, 24 Oct 2024 11:00:00 -0000

From June 2020 A mom is concerned she will pass her anxiety disorder on to her son.

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Educating Our Kids About Guns

Mon, 21 Oct 2024 11:00:00 -0000

A mom writes in asking how to teach her kids about guns and gun safety

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"Best Of" Listener Question—School Meltdowns

Thu, 17 Oct 2024 11:00:00 -0000

From March 2020: A mom writes to ask why her son might be having meltdowns in school when at home he always seems perfectly fine.

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To Share or Not to Share

Mon, 14 Oct 2024 11:00:00 -0000

A mom writes in asking if she overshared with her two daughters.

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"Best of" Listeners Questions - Boundaries and Inner Strength

Thu, 10 Oct 2024 11:00:00 -0000

From December 2019 Michael and Tim take on two questions one having to do with boundary setting and the other with a daughter who seemingly needs more inner strength.

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Can a Girl be Too Angry

Mon, 07 Oct 2024 11:00:00 -0000

Michael and Tim follow up the previous podcast on Boy anger by looking at Girl anger

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"Best of" Listener Question: Discipline and Spanking

Thu, 03 Oct 2024 11:00:00 -0000

From October 2019 To spank or not to spank? Michael and Tim dive into this controversial parenting subject.

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Can a Boy be Too Angry?

Mon, 30 Sep 2024 11:00:00 -0000

A mom writes in concerned about her son's bouts of anger and blame.

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"Best Of" Listener Question: The Overly-Compliant Daughter

Thu, 26 Sep 2024 11:00:00 -0000

From September 2019 This mom is concerned about her people-pleasing daughter and how she can build resilience in her.

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Pansexuals and Therians

Mon, 23 Sep 2024 11:00:00 -0000

A mom writes in asking how to support her 11 year old daughter identifying as pansexual and as a Therian.

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"Best Of" Listener Question: Boy-Girl Friendships

Thu, 19 Sep 2024 11:00:00 -0000

From September 2019 This mom wants to know why boys tend to befriend boys and girls tend to befriend girls and if there is any benefit to boy-girl friendships.

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Is it Okay to Tell My Daughter it's Okay?

Mon, 16 Sep 2024 11:00:00 -0000

Two moms write in with similar questions about how to handle the emotional lives of their daughters.

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"Best Of" Listener Question: Potty Training

Thu, 12 Sep 2024 11:00:00 -0000

From August 26, 2019 The listener is about to begin potty training another child but is concerned about her 6 year old who has issues with bed wetting.

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The Boy Who Struggles with Shame

Mon, 09 Sep 2024 11:00:00 -0000

A mom writes in concerned about her highly sensitive son and his on-going struggles with shame.

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"Best of" Listener Question: The Defiant, Impulsive Son

Thu, 05 Sep 2024 11:00:00 -0000

From April 8, 2019 Michael and Tim respond to a mom worn out by her challenging son.

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Learning Challenges for Boys and Girls

Mon, 02 Sep 2024 11:00:00 -0000

Michael and Tim look at some of the unique learning challenges boys and girls face.

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"Best Of" A How To Manual For Screen Time and Your Kids

Thu, 29 Aug 2024 11:00:00 -0000

From Nov. 5, 2018: A How To Manual For Screen Time and Your Kids. Michael walks through the various stages of child development and offers insights into the use of screen time at each stage.

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The Learning Differences Between Boys and Girls

Mon, 26 Aug 2024 11:00:00 -0000

Michael and Tim look at various learning modes and how boys and girls respond.

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"Best Of" Listener Question—My Daughter Was Touched Inappropriately

Thu, 22 Aug 2024 11:00:00 -0000

From July, 2020. A mom wants to know how they can help their 13-year-old daughter heal after being touched inappropriately by her female 13-year-old cousin.

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A Girl-Brain Primer

Mon, 19 Aug 2024 11:00:00 -0000

Michael and Tim continue their look at how boys and girls learn differently by walking through the development of a girl's brain from infancy to High School

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"Best of" Listener Question: How Do I Talk to My Kids About Substance Abuse

Thu, 15 Aug 2024 11:00:00 -0000

The writer lost her brother to Meth many years ago and now, raising her own kids, wants advice on how to help them make wise decision about drugs.

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A Boy-Brain Primer

Mon, 12 Aug 2024 11:00:00 -0000

Michael and Tim begin a multi-part series on how boys and girls learn differently, starting with a walk through the development of a boy's brain from birth through high school.

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"Best of" Nurturing Generosity in Your Kids

Thu, 08 Aug 2024 11:00:00 -0000

From December, 2019. Michael and Tim look at the science of generosity and offer practical strategies for nurturing a generous spirit in our children.

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Your Child and School Absenteeism

Mon, 05 Aug 2024 11:00:00 -0000

Michael and Tim are joined by Dr. Glynetta Fletcher to talk about what USAToday calls an epidemic of school absenteeism

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"Best Of" Santa and Other Imaginary Friends

Thu, 01 Aug 2024 11:00:00 -0000

From December, 2019. Michael and Tim talk about the power of imagination and why believing in Santa or other imaginary friends might be okay.

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Helping Our Kids Navigate the News

Mon, 29 Jul 2024 11:00:00 -0000

Tim is joined by CNN's Bill Weir who shares insights into how parents can navigate the news so that they can help their kids navigate the news.

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"Best Of" Depression and Your Child

Thu, 25 Jul 2024 11:00:00 -0000

From July, 2019: Tim interviews Dr. Gregg Jantz about depression, how to spot it in your child, and how to respond.

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The Science of Nurturing the Nature of Your Child

Mon, 22 Jul 2024 11:00:00 -0000

In third part on Nurturing the Nature of your child, Michael and Tim look at various sciences that can support you.

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"Best of" Raising Kids When a Marriage Ends

Thu, 18 Jul 2024 11:00:00 -0000

"Best of" Raising Kids When a Marriage Ends. Divorce always brings heartache and helping kids navigate through it, though not always easy, is crucial for the wellbeing of our children.

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Observing the Nature of Your Child

Mon, 15 Jul 2024 11:00:00 -0000

Michael and Tim look at a tool for helping you discern the nature of your child.

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"Best of"-Listener Question— Grandparents

Thu, 11 Jul 2024 11:00:00 -0000

"Best of"-Listener Question— Grandparents. Michael and Tim respond to a listener who is in the position of raising her grandchildren as her children and then broaden the discussion to look at the importance of older people like grandparents in the lives of our children.

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The Myths of Social Parenting Trends

Mon, 08 Jul 2024 11:00:00 -0000

Michael and Tim begin a three episode look at how to Nurture the Nature of your child based on Michael's book of the same name. They begin by looking at some social parenting trend myths.

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"Best of"-Body Knowledge: How to Read Your Children

Thu, 04 Jul 2024 11:00:00 -0000

"Best of"-Body Knowledge: How to Read Your Children. Michael and Tim chat with special guest, Dr. Lori Baudino, about how to recognize what your child is saying to you through his/her body along with the power of movement and mindfulness.

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The Sleep Deprived Parent

Mon, 01 Jul 2024 11:00:00 -0000

The Sleep Deprived Parent--Michael and Tim look at practical ways for weary parents to get some sleep.

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"Best of"- Girls and Peer Pressure

Thu, 27 Jun 2024 11:00:00 -0000

"Best of"- Girls and Peer Pressure. A mom of a 7 month old daughter asks how she can begin to prepare her daughter for the world ahead. Michael offers a “scaffolding” approach for raising wise daughters.

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The Picky Eater

Mon, 24 Jun 2024 11:00:00 -0000

The Picky Eater--Michael and Tim respond to several questions from parents about the eating habits of their children.

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"Best Of" -Anxiety and Your Child

Thu, 20 Jun 2024 11:00:00 -0000

"Best Of" -Anxiety and Your Child. Tim shares the story of his struggle with an anxiety disorder and Michael offers advice to parents on how to identify an anxious child and strategies for dealing with anxiety.

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My Kids Hate Each Other

Mon, 17 Jun 2024 11:00:00 -0000

My Kids Hate Each Other--Michael and Tim respond to a mom who's concerned about the relationship between her two sons.

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"Best Of" - Traditional Masculinity Meets Biological Masculinity

Thu, 13 Jun 2024 11:00:00 -0000

"Best Of" - Traditional Masculinity Meets Biological Masculinity. Michael and Tim look at how masculinity is hardwired into boys and why that is a good thing.

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The 2024 Father's Day Special

Mon, 10 Jun 2024 11:00:00 -0000

The 2024 Father's Day Special. Michael and Tim are joined by Dr. Marion Hill and Thurston Smith to celebrate fathers.

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"Best Of" - Parent Guilt

Thu, 06 Jun 2024 11:00:00 -0000

"Best Of" - Parent Guilt. Michael and Tim look at the stressors parents face that can often lead to a sense of guilt and some strategies for positive changes.

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Dealing with Love, Loss, and Addiction

Mon, 03 Jun 2024 11:00:00 -0000

Dealing with Love, Loss, and Addiction. Author Pat Roos joins the podcast to share the story of losing her son Alex to addiction.

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"Best Of" - Listener Question: The Lying Teenager

Thu, 30 May 2024 11:00:00 -0000

"Best Of" - Listener Question: The Lying Teenager. A mom writes in about the challenges she and her husband are facing with a son who lies about vaping and other issues.

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Boys, Reading, and the Literacy Group

Mon, 27 May 2024 11:00:00 -0000

Boys, Reading, and the Literacy Group. Michael and Tim are joined by Sean Kullman who shares his latest research on the literacy gap between boys and girls.

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"Best Of" - Listener Question: Sleep!

Thu, 23 May 2024 11:00:00 -0000

"Best Of" - Listener Question: Sleep! The mom of a one year old wants advice on how to get her child to sleep through the night. Michael and Tim expand the question to look at the sleep needs of kids through adolescence…and the sleep needs of parents.

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The Autistic Child

Mon, 20 May 2024 11:00:00 -0000

The Autistic Child. Michael and Tim respond to a listener's question about Autism.

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"Best Of" - Listener Question: How to Help My Parents Better Understand their Grandchildren

Thu, 16 May 2024 11:00:00 -0000

"Best Of" - Listener Question: How to Help My Parents Better Understand their Grandchildren. The listener wants to know what insights she can pass on to her parents about her daughters and son and help grandma and grandpa better connect.

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Mother's Day 2024 Special

Mon, 13 May 2024 11:00:00 -0000

Mother's Day 2024 Special. Michael and Tim share stories about the significant women in their lives.

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"Best Of" - Listener Question: Separation Anxiety

Thu, 09 May 2024 16:30:00 -0000

"Best Of" - Listener Question: Separation Anxiety. A listener from Germany writes to ask about navigating separation issues at school and in other areas of life.

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The Gifted Child

Mon, 06 May 2024 11:00:00 -0000

The Gifted Child. Deborah Ruf joins the podcast to talk about gifted children and how to help them navigate through life.

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"Best Of" - Listener Question: Sibling Rivalries or Sibling Friendships

Thu, 02 May 2024 11:00:00 -0000

"Best Of" - Listener Question: Sibling Rivalries or Sibling Friendships. A mom writes to ask how she can her 3 year adjust to her soon to be new sibling and how to help them get along as they grow.

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Protecting the Emotional Life of Our Daughters

Mon, 29 Apr 2024 11:00:00 -0000

Protecting the Emotional Life of Our Daughters. Michael and Tim look at the impact of screens, multi-tasking, and biology on the emotional lives of our girls.

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"Best Of" - Listener Question: The Sensitive Son

Thu, 25 Apr 2024 15:00:00 -0000

"Best Of" - Listener Question: The Sensitive Son. A mom writes about the conflict between her “doesn’t do feelings” husband and their overly emotional son.

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Climate Change and our Kids with CNN's Bill Weir

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 11:00:00 -0000

Climate Change and our Kids with CNN's Bill Weir. CNN Anchor Bill Weir joins the podcast to talk about the book he wrote for his son on climate change.

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"Best Of" - Why is the Y so Vulnerable?

Thu, 18 Apr 2024 11:00:00 -0000

"Best Of" - Why is the Y so Vulnerable? 60-70% of all Covid 19 deaths are male. Michael and Tim look at the unique fragilities of the Y chromosome and strategies for building resiliency in our sons.

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A Rescue Plan for Boys-Part 2

Mon, 15 Apr 2024 11:00:00 -0000

A Rescue Plan for Boys-Part 2. Michael continues to look at some of the barriers to helping our boys thrive and adds some positive steps we can take to change their storyline.

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"Best Of" - Listener Question: The Closed Off Child

Thu, 11 Apr 2024 11:00:00 -0000

"Best Of" - The Closed Off Child. A mother writes about the challenges they’re deal with concerning their 10 year old son, especially his on-going frustrations and lack of willingness to talk about them or deal with them.

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A Rescue Plan for Boys-Part 1

Mon, 08 Apr 2024 11:00:00 -0000

A Rescue Plan for Boys-Part 1. Michael looks at some of the barriers that keep us from helping our boys thrive.

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"Best Of" - Moms and Dads Parent Differently Part 4: To Tease or Not To Tease

Thu, 04 Apr 2024 11:00:00 -0000

"Best Of" - Moms and Dads Parent Differently Part 4: To Tease or Not To Tease. Michael and Tim look at one of the unique ways in which dads parent—teasing—and the profound benefits to our kids teasing brings.

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My 12-Year-Old-Son Wants to Come Out as Gay

Mon, 01 Apr 2024 11:00:00 -0000

My 12-Year-Old-Son Wants to Come Out as Gay. A young boy is coming out as gay. How can his parents help support him?

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"Best Of" - Moms and Dads Parent Differently Part 3: Tough and Tender

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 11:00:00 -0000

"Best Of" - Moms and Dads Parent Differently Part 3: Tough and Tender. Michael Gurian and Tim Wright focus on this unique difference between mom’s style of parenting and dad’s style.

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Help! My Son is Tripping on the Rules!

Mon, 25 Mar 2024 11:00:00 -0000

Help! My Son is Tripping on the Rules! A mom is worried about her son who struggles with which voices and rules to listen to.

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"Best Of" - Moms and Dads Parent Differently Part 2: Protect or Risk

Thu, 21 Mar 2024 11:00:00 -0000

"Best Of" - Moms and Dads Parent Differently Part 2: Protect or Risk. Michael Gurian and Tim Wright continue their look at the differences in parenting styles between moms and dads and how to harness the power of both parenting styles.

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Help! My Daughter is a Perfectionist!

Mon, 18 Mar 2024 11:00:00 -0000

Help! My Daughter is a Perfectionist! A mom writes in asking for advice on how to temper her daughter's perfectionism.

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"Best Of" - Moms and Dads Parent Differently Part 1: Words and Play

Thu, 14 Mar 2024 11:00:00 -0000

"Best Of" - Moms and Dads Parent Differently Part 1: Words and Play. Michael Gurian and Tim Wright begin a multi-part looks at the different ways in which moms and dad parent…and how important both parenting styles are.

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How to Raise A Healthy Gamer?

Mon, 11 Mar 2024 11:00:00 -0000

How to Raise A Healthy Gamer? Tim interviews Dr. Alok Kanojia (Dr. K), a former gamer addict who now helps parents help their kids navigate the world of gaming.

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"Best Of" - Reclaiming the Power of Family Dinners

Thu, 07 Mar 2024 11:00:00 -0000

"Best Of" - Reclaiming the Power of Family Dinners. Research and brain science tell us that the family meal is one of the most important keys to building thriving families. Michael and Tim look at the benefits of family meals and offer practical ideas for harnessing the power of that meal.

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How Do I Know When Therapy Might be Good for My Child?

Mon, 04 Mar 2024 11:00:00 -0000

How Do I Know When Therapy Might be Good for My Child? Michael and Tim look at when to seek a therapist, how to find one, and how to engage with a therapist.

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"Best Of" - My Son Hates Me!

Thu, 29 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0000

"Best Of" - My Son Hates Me! Michael and Tim offer encouragement and perspective to all moms who live through that painful time when her son starts moving into manhood.

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How Do I Choose the Best School for My Child?

Mon, 26 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0000

How Do I Choose the Best School for My Child? A mom writes in asking for advice on choosing a school.

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"Best Of" - Girl Drama

Thu, 22 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0000

"Best Of" - Girl Drama. Michael talks about the brain science behind girl drama, both the positives and the negatives and the assets moms and dads bring to their daughters to work through that drama.

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How Do I Handle My Child's Meltdowns?

Mon, 19 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0000

How Do I Handle My Child's Meltdowns? A mom is concerned about her son's seemingly out of control meltdowns.

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"Best Of" Listener Question— The son with the scary thoughts

Thu, 15 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0000

"Best Of" Listener Question— The son with the scary thoughts. Michael and Tim talk about scary thoughts that our kids can sometimes have, sensitive boys, and divorce.

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How Do I Get Our 6-Year-Old Daughter to Stop Sleeping with Us?

Mon, 12 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0000

How Do I Get Our 6-Year-Old Daughter to Stop Sleeping with Us? Michael and Tim answer a mom's question.

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"Best Of" Listener Question— To helicopter parent or not to helicopter parent

Thu, 08 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0000

"Best Of" Listener Question— To helicopter parent or not to helicopter parent. Michael and Tim look at the brain science behind free range play, nurturing the nature of our kids, and over scheduling our kids.

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What Your Son Needs to Know about Girls: Getting Him Ready for Dating

Mon, 05 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0000

What Your Son Needs to Know about Girls: Getting Him Ready for Dating. Michael and Tim turn their attention to boys and what we can teach them about girls.

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"Best Of" Listener Question: Cotton Ballers and Free Range Play

Thu, 01 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0000

"Best Of" Listener Question: Cotton Ballers and Free Range Play. Michael and Tim respond to a question from a mom in Australia who wants to see her child free to engage in play, but feeling outside pressure that seems to say certain types of play are off limits.

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What Your Daughter Needs to Know About Boys: Getting Her Ready for Dating

Mon, 29 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -0000

What Your Daughter Needs to Know About Boys: Getting Her Ready for Dating. Tim asks Michael about the advice parents should give their daughters about boys.

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"Best Of" Listener Question: The Prek Child With Big Emotions

Thu, 25 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -0000

"Best Of" Listener Question: The Prek Child With Big Emotions. A mom writes in about her son who tends to push back with deep crying and other emotional behaviors. Michael and Tim look at the brain science behind it and some strategies, including boundary setting.

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Boys and Puberty

Mon, 22 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -0000

Boys and Puberty. Michael and Tim turn their attention to the changes boys experience during puberty.

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Girls and Puberty

Mon, 15 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -0000

Girls and Puberty. Tim asks Michael about the changes parents can expect as their daughters head into puberty.

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Boys and the Learning Challenge

Mon, 08 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -0000

Boys and the Learning Challenge. Michael and Tim answer a question about why it seems so hard to teach boys.

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Why is Food So Hard?

Mon, 01 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -0000

Why is Food So Hard? A question from a listener on the on-going struggle to get her daughter to eat.

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Children and Pets

Mon, 18 Dec 2023 11:00:00 -0000

Children and Pets. Michael and Tim offer insights into kids, pets, responsibility, and pet ownership.

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The Crying Athlete

Mon, 04 Dec 2023 11:00:00 -0000

The Crying Athlete. Michael and Tim talk about crying and male emoting.

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Overly Long School Days, Bus Rides, and Homework

Mon, 27 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0000

Overly Long School Days, Bus Rides, and Homework. Michael and Tim respond to a question from the WOP Facebook Page.

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Pornography Part 2

Mon, 20 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0000

Pornography Part 2. Michael and Tim talk about the impact of pornography on our daughters.

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Helping Kids Process World Tragedies

Mon, 13 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0000

Helping Kids Process World Tragedies. Michael and Tim look at recent world tragedies and discuss when and how to talk about them with our kids.

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A WISE vision for our kids

Mon, 06 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0000

A WISE vision for our kids. Michael and Tim talk about embedding a wise vision into our kids and end by looking at Tim's newest Toby Baxter book.

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The Lonely Six-Year-Old Daughter

Mon, 30 Oct 2023 11:00:00 -0000

The Lonely Six-Year-Old Daughter. A six year old girl tells her mom she's sad, and mom is very concerned.

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Single Sex School and Public Schools

Mon, 23 Oct 2023 11:00:00 -0000

Single Sex School and Public Schools. A dad wants to know if an all-boy school is right for his son.

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The Overly Emotional Five-Year-Old

Mon, 16 Oct 2023 11:00:00 -0000

The Overly Emotional Five-Year-Old. A five-year-old is struggling with meltdowns and anxiety.

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The Unfocused Son

Thu, 12 Oct 2023 13:30:00 -0000

The Unfocused Son. Michael and Tim answer a dad's question about how to help his son focus.

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Children and Trauma

Mon, 02 Oct 2023 11:00:00 -0000

Children and Trauma. Michael and Tim respond to a question about sexual trauma and broaden the discussion to other forms of trauma as well.

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The Over-Attached Three Year Old

Mon, 25 Sep 2023 11:00:00 -0000

The Over-Attached Three Year Old. With a new child on the way, mom is concerned about how overly attached her first born is to her.

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The Older Brother Who Won't Share

Mon, 18 Sep 2023 11:00:00 -0000

The Older Brother Who Won't Share. A mom writes in concerned about how her 5-year-old constantly upsets his 2-year-old brother.

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How Women Can Help Boys Thrive

Mon, 11 Sep 2023 11:00:00 -0000

How Women Can Help Boys Thrive. Janet Allison and Jennifer L W. Fink from the On Boys Podcast join Michael and Tim.

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Unlocking Imagination in our Kids

Mon, 04 Sep 2023 11:00:00 -0000

Unlocking Imagination in our Kids. Michael and Tim are joined by guest Drew Vernon to talk about the power of creativity and storytelling.

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The Barbie Movie, Girls and Boys

Mon, 28 Aug 2023 11:00:00 -0000

The Barbie Movie, Girls and Boys. Michael and Tim look at some of the important moments in the Barbie Movie.

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When Kids Question Their Parents Beliefs

Mon, 21 Aug 2023 11:00:00 -0000

When Kids Question Their Parents Beliefs. Michael and Tim talk about how to respond to our kids when they question our beliefs, values, or politics.

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Boys, Hair Bows, and Dresses

Mon, 14 Aug 2023 11:00:00 -0000

Boys, Hair Bows, and Dresses. Michael and Tim respond to some questions about boys wearing "girls" clothing.

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Five Year Anniversary: Raising Great Guys with guest Jennifer Fink

Mon, 07 Aug 2023 11:00:00 -0000

Five Year Anniversary: Raising Great Guys with guest Jennifer Fink. Michael and Tim are joined by author and podcaster Jennifer Fink to talk about how to raise our boys into great guys.

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When It All Goes Wrong

Mon, 31 Jul 2023 11:00:00 -0000

When It All Goes Wrong. Michael and Tim focus on some of the challenging issues of parenting.

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Helping Parents Thrive

Mon, 24 Jul 2023 11:00:00 -0000

Helping Parents Thrive. Michael and Tim offer guidance on how to thrive as parents.

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How to be a Perfect Parent

Mon, 17 Jul 2023 11:00:00 -0000

How to be a Perfect Parent. Michael and Tim look at the pressure parents feel to be perfect and how to move from being perfect to being nurturing.

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Eating Disorders and Our Daughters

Mon, 10 Jul 2023 11:00:00 -0000

Eating Disorders and Our Daughters. Michael and Tim are joined by Dr. Gregg Jantz to discuss eating disorders and our girls.

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School Avoidance

Mon, 03 Jul 2023 11:00:00 -0000

School Avoidance. Michael and Tim respond to a USAToday article about a growing trend of school avoidance.

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The Boys Who Undress Dolls

Mon, 26 Jun 2023 11:00:00 -0000

The Boys Who Undress Dolls. A teacher writes in concerned about boys undressing dolls in the classroom.

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Talking With Our Kids About Racism

Mon, 19 Jun 2023 11:00:00 -0000

Talking With Our Kids About Racism. Michael and Tim are joined by Dr. Marion Hill to offer insights into tackling racism with our kids.

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Father's Day Special with Guest Andy Holloway

Mon, 12 Jun 2023 11:00:00 -0000

Father's Day Special with Guest Andy Holloway. Michael and Tim are joined by Andy Holloway, one of the hosts of the top rated Fantasy Footballers Podcast.

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What To Do With My Tweens on Summer Break?

Mon, 05 Jun 2023 11:00:00 -0000

What To Do With My Tweens on Summer Break? Michael and Tim look at strategies for navigating the summer break.

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Suicide

Mon, 29 May 2023 11:00:00 -0000

Suicide. Michael and Tim look the reasons for suicides among boys and girls, what to look for, and how to help.

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Talking with Our Kids about Antisemitism

Mon, 22 May 2023 11:00:00 -0000

Talking with our kids about antisemitism. Michael and Tim look at antisemitism and how to talk to our kids about it.

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The Boy Who Hits

Mon, 15 May 2023 11:00:00 -0000

The Boy Who Hits. A mom writes in about her 5 year old on the verge of being suspended due to hitting.

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Mother's Day with Guest Sara Olsher

Mon, 08 May 2023 11:00:00 -0000

Mother's Day with Guest Sara Olsher. Single mom, entrepreneur, and cancer survivor Sara Olsher shares insights into walking kids through hard stuff.

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First Love

Mon, 01 May 2023 11:00:00 -0000

First Love. A mom is challenged by her 10 year old son's first crush.

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Sounding the Alarm on Teen Mental Health

Mon, 24 Apr 2023 11:00:00 -0000

Sounding the Alarm on Teen Mental Health. Michael and Tim discuss the new CDC report showing the dramatic increase in depression in teens over the last 10 years.

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Best Learning Styles for Boys and Girls

Mon, 17 Apr 2023 11:00:00 -0000

Best Learning Styles for Boys and Girls. Michael and Tim respond to a mom's questions about the best learning environments for her son.

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The Post-Pandemic Learning Gap with Special Guest Maxwell Roach

Mon, 10 Apr 2023 11:00:00 -0000

The Post-Pandemic Learning Gap with Special Guest Max Roach. Michael and Tim welcome Maxwell Roach to talk about the power of tutoring.

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Pressuring My Kindergarten Son To Read

Mon, 03 Apr 2023 11:00:00 -0000

Pressuring My Kindergarten Son To Read. A mom is concerned about the pressure being put on her son to read in Kindergarten.

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Navigating Bad Dreams

Mon, 27 Mar 2023 11:00:00 -0000

Navigating Bad Dreams. A mom writes in about her son's nightmares.

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Protecting Our Child From Our Friend's Daughter

Mon, 20 Mar 2023 11:00:00 -0000

Protecting Our Child From Our Friend's Daughter. A mom writes about the daughter of their good friends who tends to act too aggressively around her son.

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Smells Like Teen Spirit with special guest Elizabeth Bennett

Mon, 13 Mar 2023 11:00:00 -0000

Smells Like Teen Spirit with special guest Elizabeth Bennett. Educator and Author Elizabeth Bennett joins the podcast to talk about how to better communicate with our teens.

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The Need to be First

Mon, 06 Mar 2023 11:00:00 -0000

The Need to be First. A mom writes in concerned about her son's need to always win.

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Building Independence

Mon, 27 Feb 2023 11:00:00 -0000

Michael and Tim address a mom's concern about her five year old daughter's lack of willingness for to play independently.

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Building Self Esteem In Your Teenage Daughter

Mon, 20 Feb 2023 11:00:00 -0000

Building Self Esteem In Your Teenage Daughter. Michael and Tim are joined by Nellie Harden to talk about the roadblocks to self esteem for our teenage daughters and how to remove them.

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Taking the "Temperature" of Your Child

Mon, 13 Feb 2023 11:00:00 -0000

Taking the "Temperature" of Your Child. Dr. Lori Baudino joins Michael and Tim to offer insights into better understanding our children by observing how they move and act.

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Messenger App and Your Child

Mon, 06 Feb 2023 11:00:00 -0000

Messenger App and Your Child. A mom writes in frustrated over Messenger App and how it's taking up so much of her daughter's life.

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Parents Ask The Toughest Questions

Mon, 30 Jan 2023 11:00:00 -0000

Parents Ask The Toughest Questions. Tim hits Michael with five questions.

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Sports!

Mon, 23 Jan 2023 11:00:00 -0000

Sports! Michael and Tim talk about the innate drive to play sports and how to help our kids navigate a sports culture.

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Power Struggles.

Mon, 16 Jan 2023 11:00:00 -0000

Power Struggles. After a very public power struggle with her 6 year old, a mom writes in for advice on how to handle it the next time.

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Managing the After School Hours

Mon, 09 Jan 2023 11:00:00 -0000

Managing the After School Hours. A mom writes in asking how to help her kids navigate the 3-5pm time after school.

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Fathers! With special guest Chris Brown.

Mon, 02 Jan 2023 11:00:00 -0000

Fathers! With special guest Chris Brown. Michael and Tim are joined by National Fatherhood Initiative Director Chris Brown to talk about the impact of fathers.

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Why Do Boys Use Insults And Putdowns?

Mon, 26 Dec 2022 11:00:00 -0000

Why Do Boys Use Insults And Putdowns? Michael talks about how boys use insults to nurture each other.

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Kids Ask The Darndest Questions

Mon, 19 Dec 2022 11:00:00 -0000

Kids Ask The Darndest Questions. Tim asks Michael some of the top questions kids ask their parents.

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The Three-Year-Old with ADHD

Mon, 12 Dec 2022 11:00:00 -0000

The Three-Year-Old with ADHD. A preschool mom writes in concerning her three year old son and issues with ADHD.

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The Son who Lies

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -0000

The Son who Lies. A mom writes in asking for some help with her young son who tells lies.

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A Mom at her Wits End

Mon, 28 Nov 2022 09:00:00 -0000

A Mom at her Wits End. A mom is at her wits end with her 12 year old daughter.

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A Child's First Phone with Guest Catherine Pearlman

Mon, 21 Nov 2022 09:00:00 -0000

A Child's First Phone withh Guest Catherine Pearlman. Dr. Catherine Pearlman joins Michael and Tim to talk about her new book on how to help kids navigate the world of screens.

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The Glass-Half-Empty Child

Mon, 14 Nov 2022 09:00:00 -0000

The Glass-Half-Empty Child. A mom writes in asking if parents can influence the attitude of their child.

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Teaching Children Financial Responsibility

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 09:00:00 -0000

Teaching Children Financial Responsibility. Michael and Tim tackle chores, allowances, bank accounts, and helping our kids learn about money.

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Children and Trauma

Mon, 31 Oct 2022 08:00:00 -0000

Children and Trauma. Michael and Tim respond to a mom whose family has experienced significant trauma.

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Navigating Through Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity

Mon, 24 Oct 2022 08:00:00 -0000

Navigating Through Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity. Michael and Tim respond to a mom concerned about new gender policies at her son's school.

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How Do I Best Motivate My Child?

Mon, 17 Oct 2022 08:00:00 -0000

How Do I Best Motivate My Child? A mom writes in asking about the proper use of motivation.

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Helping Kids Deal with the Illness of a Loved One.

Mon, 10 Oct 2022 08:00:00 -0000

Helping Kids Deal with the Illness of a Loved One. Michael and Tim talk about how to help our kids when the people they love are seriously ill.

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Moving our Kids Beyond Fear

Mon, 03 Oct 2022 08:00:00 -0000

Moving our Kids Beyond Fear. A listener asks how we can help our kids move past the fear and trauma of the last two years.

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To Push or Not to Push

Mon, 26 Sep 2022 08:00:00 -0000

To Push or Not to Push. A mom writes about her frustration trying to get her son to do what she asks.

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The Boy's Crisis Part 2

Mon, 19 Sep 2022 08:00:00 -0000

The Boy's Crisis Part 2. Part 2 of Michael's and Tim's interview with Warren Farrell, author of The Boys Crisis.

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The Boys Crisis with Guest Warren Farrell

Mon, 12 Sep 2022 08:00:00 -0000

The Boys Crisis with Guest Warren Farrell. Michael and Tim are joined by the author of The Boy Crisis, Warren Farrell for part 1 of their two part interview.

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Handling Teen Girl Conflict

Mon, 05 Sep 2022 08:00:00 -0000

Handling Teen Girl Conflict. A look at rumination loops and girl "drama" and why it might be good for our girls.

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Do Parents Really Matter?

Mon, 29 Aug 2022 08:00:00 -0000

Do Parents Really Matter? Is the destiny of our kids found in their genetics or in our parenting?

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4 Year Anniversary: Labels

Mon, 15 Aug 2022 08:00:00 -0000

4 Year Anniversary: Labels. Celebrating four years of the podcast, Michael and Tim look at the power of labeling our kids.

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Helping Our Kids Navigate Transitions

Mon, 08 Aug 2022 08:00:00 -0000

Helping Our Kids Navigate Transitions. A mom's question about a change in her family leads to a discussion about our kids and life's transitions.

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How Do I Let Go of My Children?

Mon, 01 Aug 2022 08:00:00 -0000

How Do I Let Go of My Children? A mom writes in asking for advice on how to begin to let go of her daughters as they move into puberty.

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Mental Health and Our Sons

Mon, 25 Jul 2022 08:00:00 -0000

Mental Health and Our Sons. In light of recent shootings Tim asks Michael about the connection between the shootings and male mental health.

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The Power of Coming of Age Stories

Mon, 18 Jul 2022 08:00:00 -0000

The Power of Coming of Age Stories. Michael and Tim talk about how Coming of Age stories shape our kids and introduce Tim's new Fantasy Novel.

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The Art of Talking with Your Children

Mon, 11 Jul 2022 08:00:00 -0000

The Art of Talking with Your Children. Rebecca Rolland joins Michael and Tim to talk about her new book: The Art of Talking with Children.

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The 15 Year Old Boy and His Toxic Relationship.

Mon, 04 Jul 2022 08:00:00 -0000

The 15 Year Old Boy and His Toxic Relationship. A parent writes in concerned about the relationship her son is in.

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Males and Stifling Emotions

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 08:00:00 -0000

Males and Stifling Emotions. A brain-based look at how males process emotions.

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Our Kids and Their Hormones

Mon, 20 Jun 2022 08:00:00 -0000

Our Kids and Their Hormones. A listener asks about the impact of hormones on younger children.

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Father Stories

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 08:00:00 -0000

Father Stories. Michael and Tim are joined by Marion Hill to talk about their dads in general.

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A Teacher Talks To Parents

Mon, 06 Jun 2022 08:00:00 -0000

A Teacher Talks To Parents. Eva Dwight, and educator of 32 years, joins Michael and Tim to talk about the teacher-parent-child relationship.

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Early Childhood Expectations

Mon, 30 May 2022 08:00:00 -0000

Early Childhood Expectations. A listener asks what we should expect from our pre-k kids when it comes to educational expectations.

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The Nutrure of Resilience

Mon, 16 May 2022 08:00:00 -0000

The Nutrure of Resilience. Michael and Tim look at strategies for building resilience in our kids.

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The Nature of Resilience

Mon, 09 May 2022 08:00:00 -0000

The Nature of Resilience. Michael and Tim talk about the importance of building resilience in our kids by looking at resilience busters.

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Building Emotional Capital Into Our Kids.

Mon, 02 May 2022 08:00:00 -0000

Building Emotional Capital Into Our Kids. Michael and Tim are joined by Dr. Gregg Jantz as they talk about building emotionally string kids.

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Boys, Peeing, and Showers.

Mon, 25 Apr 2022 08:00:00 -0000

Boys, Peeing, and Showers. Michael and Tim tackle two questions--one about a boy who pees in places he shouldn't, and one about a boy who refuses to shower.

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Balancing the Working Parent Act.

Mon, 18 Apr 2022 08:00:00 -0000

Balancing the Working Parent Act. Michael and Tim are joined by Mary Kerwin as they talk about the challenges of raising kids while working outside the home.

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Retaliation

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 08:00:00 -0000

Retaliation. A mom writes in asking if it's ever appropriate to retaliate in the face of bullying.

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The Distanced Son.

Mon, 04 Apr 2022 08:00:00 -0000

The Distanced Son. A divorced dad is seeking advice on how to connect with his son.

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Boys and Race.

Mon, 28 Mar 2022 08:00:00 -0000

Boys and Race. Michael and Tim are joined by Dr. Marion Hill to talk about challenges boys of color face.

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Trying to be a Good Dad After a Divorce

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 08:00:00 -0000

Trying to be a Good Dad After a Divorce. A dad writes in about the challenges he faces connecting with his kids after a divorce.

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Sibling nudity and boundaries.

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 08:00:00 -0000

Sibling nudity and boundaries. A mom writes in about her son and daughter who share a bedroom together.

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Power Struggles

Mon, 07 Mar 2022 09:00:00 -0000

Power Struggles. A mom and dad find themselves struggling to create boundaries for their defiant 7 year old son.

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Raising an Adopted Child

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 09:00:00 -0000

Raising an Adopted Child. A mom asks if her adopted son's behavior might be rooted in his brain.

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Porn, Kids, and Screens

Mon, 21 Feb 2022 09:00:00 -0000

Porn, Kids, and Screens. A mom writes in about her concern over her 12 year old daughter's viewing of porn

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Screen Time And What Kids Really Need

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 09:00:00 -0000

Screen Time And What Kids Really Need. Michael and Tim are joined by Professor, Mom, and Author Meghan Owenz to discuss her book on screen time.

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Combating Negative Peer Pressure

Mon, 07 Feb 2022 09:00:00 -0000

Combating Negative Peer Pressure. A parent writes in concerned about the negative influence of older boys on his son.

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Helping Our Kids Find Their Islands of Competence.

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 09:00:00 -0000

Helping Our Kids Find Their Islands of Competence. Michael and Tim answer a mom's question on how to help her son find his island of competence

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Moms and Dads parent differently

Mon, 24 Jan 2022 09:00:00 -0000

Moms and Dads parent differently. Michael and Tim look at five differences between the parenting styles of moms and dads.

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Guns, school, and our kids

Mon, 17 Jan 2022 09:00:00 -0000

Guns, school, and our kids. A mom writes in wondering how we can protect our kids from gun violence

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Thumb sucking

Mon, 03 Jan 2022 09:00:00 -0000

Thumb sucking. A mom is concerned about her son's thumb sucking

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How to Be A Mom to a Teenage Son.

Mon, 27 Dec 2021 09:00:00 -0000

How to Be A Mom to a Teenage Son. A mom is struggling with relating to her teenage son.

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What’s on Gurian’s Mind Lately?

Mon, 06 Dec 2021 09:00:00 -0000

What’s on Gurian’s Mind Lately? Michael talks about some of the issues that have his attention right now.

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School, Discipline, and Behavior.

Mon, 29 Nov 2021 09:00:00 -0000

School, Discipline, and Behavior. A teacher writes in concerned about the loss of discipline in students due to lockdowns.

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The Needy Son

Mon, 22 Nov 2021 11:08:00 -0000

The Needy Son. A dad writes in concerned about the excessive neediness of his three year old son.

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No One Loves Me!

Mon, 15 Nov 2021 09:00:00 -0000

No One Loves Me! A mom is wrestling with her first-born who seems to over respond to slights.

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The Boy Who Lacks Empathy.

Mon, 08 Nov 2021 09:00:00 -0000

The Boy Who Lacks Empathy. A teacher is concerned about one of the boy’s in her class who shows no empathy for his other classmates.

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The Gifts Every Boy Needs to Grow into a Good Man.

Mon, 25 Oct 2021 08:00:00 -0000

The Gifts Every Boy Needs to Grow into a Good Man. Michael and Tim talk about some of the important gifts we want to instill in our boys as they grow into manhood.

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Pronouns, Breast-Binding, Science, and Politics.

Mon, 11 Oct 2021 08:00:00 -0000

Pronouns, Breast-Binding, Science, and Politics. Michael and Tim look at some of the challenges our kids face when it comes to their sexual identity.

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The Son with the Annoying Behavior.

Mon, 04 Oct 2021 08:00:00 -0000

The Son with the Annoying Behavior. A mom is concerned about her son’s behavior, which seems to annoy other kids and gets him in trouble in school.

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What to do When Kids Feel Three is a Crowd.

Mon, 27 Sep 2021 08:00:00 -0000

What to do When Kids Feel Three is a Crowd. A mom asks about how to handle playdate situations where one of the kids feels excluded.

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Preparing My Child for Healthy Relationships

Mon, 06 Sep 2021 08:00:00 -0000

Preparing My Child for Healthy Relationships. A mom asks about the brain science behind helping our kids develop strong relationships.

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Back to School Special

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 08:00:00 -0000

Back to School Special. Dealing with anxiety, teachers, and Covid.

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Where Did that Mouth Come From?

Mon, 16 Aug 2021 08:00:00 -0000

Where Did that Mouth Come From? Mom’s kindergarten son has been coming home from school with swear words he never hears at home.

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Food on the Brain

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 08:00:00 -0000

Food on the Brain. A mom wants to know how food impacts the brain and which foods to avoid.

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The Boy Who Cried Wolf.

Mon, 19 Jul 2021 08:00:00 -0000

The Boy Who Cried Wolf. A mom writes to say she is concerned her son’s amazing imagination has turned to lying.

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Testosterone, Toddlers, and Tantrums.

Mon, 12 Jul 2021 08:00:00 -0000

Testosterone, Toddlers, and Tantrums. Two moms write in with questions about what is normal in toddler boys in terms of tantrums.

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Summer, Kids, Learning, and Routines.

Mon, 05 Jul 2021 08:00:00 -0000

Summer, Kids, Learning, and Routines. Is a long summer break good for kids and learning?

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Restoring My Son’s Self-Esteem

Mon, 21 Jun 2021 08:00:00 -0000

Restoring My Son’s Self-Esteem. A 16 year son who thrived on school and wrestling is now struggling with panic and depression.

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How Do I Tell My Daughter About Her Birth Father?

Mon, 14 Jun 2021 08:00:00 -0000

How Do I Tell My Daughter About Her Birth Father? A three year old daughter meets weekly with her biological dad but doesn’t know yet that he is her father.

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Should I Have My Child Repeat 5th Grade

Mon, 07 Jun 2021 08:00:00 -0000

Should I Have My Child Repeat 5th Grade. A mom wants to hold her son back in 5th grade. The school district is fighting her on it.

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Boys, Girls, and Male Violence

Mon, 17 May 2021 08:00:00 -0000

Boys, Girls, and Male Violence. How do we talk to our boys and girls about male violence without creating the impression that all males are violent?

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Boys, Bows, Painted Toenails, and Dresses

Mon, 10 May 2021 08:00:00 -0000

Boys, Bows, Painted Toenails, and Dresses. Two moms write in about their boys wanting to wear what is often considered to be “girl” stuff.

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Circumcision

Mon, 26 Apr 2021 08:00:00 -0000

Listener Question: Circumcision. A mom writes in wondering if circumcision is okay. She’s read conflicting reports.

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Single Parenting in a Challenging Cultural Context

Mon, 19 Apr 2021 08:00:00 -0000

Listener Question—Single Parenting in a Challenging Cultural Context. The writer is a single mom in a Middle Eastern Country trying to figure out how to explain to her children someday who their father is—as she was pregnant through IVF.

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What do I do about Grandpa?

Mon, 12 Apr 2021 08:00:00 -0000

Listener Question: What do I do about Grandpa? Mom is concerned her father may be a toxic influence on her children.

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To Move or Not to Move

Mon, 22 Mar 2021 08:00:00 -0000

Listener Question: To Move or Not to Move. A mom wants to know if she should relocate with her military husband or stay where they currently live with the kids while dad visits on weekends.

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Listener Question—The Time-Anxious Son

Mon, 15 Mar 2021 08:00:00 -0000

A 6 year old boy has increasingly grown anxious about watching the clock and getting to places on time.

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Listener Question—Should My Son Hit Back?

Mon, 01 Mar 2021 09:00:00 -0000

A mom wrestles with whether or not her son should retaliate when his brother hits him.

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Helping Children Process National Trauma

Mon, 01 Feb 2021 09:00:00 -0000

Michael and Tim look at how to help our kids process events like COVID and the Capitol Riot.

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Listener Question—The Isolated Boy

Mon, 25 Jan 2021 09:00:00 -0000

A mom is looking for male mentorship for her son.

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Listener Question—The Shadow Boy

Mon, 28 Dec 2020 09:00:00 -0000

A mom writes in concerned about her son who seems to hang with other boys who overpower his personality and get him into trouble.

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Listener Question-Gender Dysphoria

Mon, 21 Dec 2020 09:00:00 -0000

The writer has a young family member wrestling with his sexual identity.

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Listener Question—My Son Attempted Suicide

Mon, 07 Dec 2020 08:00:00 -0000

A mom seeks advice on how to move forward with a son a year after his attempted suicide.

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Listener Question: The Gifted Boy

Mon, 19 Oct 2020 18:00:00 -0000

A mom writes about her gifted son, wondering if the way education is delivered might be a cause in the underachievement of gifts boys.

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Listener Question: School in a Covid World

Mon, 12 Oct 2020 07:00:00 -0000

Tim asks Michael about strategies for helping stressed out parents, kids, and teachers navigate the new school Covid reality.

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Listener Question: Boys, The Media, and Crickets

Mon, 05 Oct 2020 07:00:00 -0000

Michael and Tim look at the lack of attention boys often get in the Media and why our sons and boys need more advocates.

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Listener Question: My Son is “Locked Down” in Video Games

Mon, 21 Sep 2020 07:00:00 -0000

This mom from Spain is concerned about the amount of time her son is spending on video games, which has increased during Covid.

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Listener Question—The Boy with Fetal Alcohol Syndrome

Mon, 20 Jul 2020 08:00:00 -0000

As the Wonder of Parenting Podcast celebrates its 100th podcast, Tim and Michael look at the question fostering an 11-year-old boy with FAS.

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Racism and Your Child

Mon, 06 Jul 2020 08:00:00 -0000

Tim asks Michael for advice on how to talk with our children about the images they are seeing on TV around racism. (End at 21:12 or so where Michael says…solved at a community level)

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Listener Question: When Daddy Comes Home From Deployment

Mon, 15 Jun 2020 08:00:00 -0000

Mom asks how to help her daughter transition to dad’s return from Iraq after being gone for a year.

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Education, Your Child, and the New Normal

Mon, 25 May 2020 08:00:00 -0000

Michael and Tim look at the disruption of Covid 19 and how to navigate the education of our kids through it.

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Listener Question: My Niece is a Handful

Mon, 18 May 2020 08:00:00 -0000

An Aunt writes in about behaviors she’s concerned about in her young niece.

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Special: How to Keep Your Kids Brains Engaged while Sheltered in Home

Mon, 27 Apr 2020 08:00:00 -0000

Michael and Tim discuss healthy brain habits for kids while sheltered in home.

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Special: How to Keep Parents Sane while Sheltered in Home

Mon, 20 Apr 2020 08:00:00 -0000

Tim asks Michael for practical ideas on how to keep sane as adults, as parents, and as couples.

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Listener Question: What Do I Tell My Son about His Dad?

Mon, 06 Apr 2020 08:00:00 -0000

A single mom asks this question as she anticipates her son, whose biological dad is not and has never been in the picture, asking it of her one day.

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Special Edition: Talking to Your Kids About the Coronavirus

Wed, 18 Mar 2020 08:00:00 -0000

Tim asks Michael about how we can help our kids navigate this pandemic.

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Helping Boys Thrive

Mon, 24 Feb 2020 09:00:00 -0000

While lots of attention and resources are directed to helping out girls thrive, our boys are greatly underserved. Michael and Tim talk about the challenges our boys face and a way to rally local communities to address the issues of boys and girls.

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Listener Question: The Best School for Boys

Mon, 27 Jan 2020 09:00:00 -0000

An expectant mom is already thinking about the best school for her soon to be born son.

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Listeners Questions: The Three Year Old Wrecking Ball and the “Color Blind” Grandson

Mon, 30 Dec 2019 09:00:00 -0000

These two questions focus on harnessing the energy of boys, one with lots of physical energy, the other with energy expressed through humor.

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Listener Questions: Empowering a Daughter and The Independent Preschooler

Mon, 18 Nov 2019 08:00:00 -0000

The first question deals with a young daughter who doesn’t seem to stand up for herself with her friends. The second question is about a very independent Preschooler who struggles with boundaries.

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Listener Questions: The Teen who Won’t Study and Language Immersion

Mon, 04 Nov 2019 08:00:00 -0000

Michael and Tim respond to the family who are struggling to get their teen son to study and to the mom who’s wondering about immersing her young son in French.

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Listener Question: The Smart but Challenging Four Year Old

Mon, 16 Sep 2019 08:00:00 -0000

A single mom writes about her very smart 4 year old who is having troubles transitioning to school.

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Listener Question: The Disposable Boy

Mon, 12 Aug 2019 08:00:00 -0000

Listener Question: The Disposable Boy. Are boys growing up in a world that sees them as disposable? What does it mean for a boy’s purpose to be rooted in sacrifice? Are disposable and sacrifice the same thing? How do we raise our sons with purpose?

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Boys, Boy Behavior, and Preschool

Mon, 25 Feb 2019 08:00:00 -0000

The listener shares that her 2 year old son has been getting in trouble for acting like a boy at his day care. Michael looks at both preschool systems and families systems, along with developmental and brain science research, offering practical strategies for schools and families for helping boys thrive.

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Strategies for Navigating our Kids through the #MeToo World

Mon, 11 Feb 2019 08:00:00 -0000

Tim and Michael look at the power of rites of passage for empowering our sons and daughters to be wise, healthy, thriving adults.

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Boys, Girls, and Sex in a #MeToo World

Mon, 04 Feb 2019 08:00:00 -0000

Tim chats with Michael about consent, sex, and how a boy’s body works sexually vs how a girl’s body works sexually and what that means for navigating sexual relationships.

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Empowering Daughters in a #MeToo World

Mon, 28 Jan 2019 09:00:00 -0000

Michael and Tim look at ways to empower our daughters to thrive in relationships.

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Helping Boys Thrive in a #MeToo World

Mon, 21 Jan 2019 08:00:00 -0000

Tim talks with Michael about the often unseen challenges boys face and how some now label all masculinity as toxic. Michael gives an overview of why Helping Boys Thrive is important for our boys, our girls, our families, and our communities.

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Listener Question: Toddlers and Tantrums

Mon, 14 Jan 2019 08:00:00 -0000

Listener Question: Toddlers and Tantrums. A listener voices concern about the way her toddler son throws his tantrums. Tim chats with Michael about why tantrums happen and how we should respond in the home and in public.

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Raising Kids in a Gender-Fluid World

Mon, 10 Dec 2018 09:00:00 -0000

What does it mean to raise sons and daughters under an ideology that says there is no male or female? Michael and Tim tackle that issue from a brain-science and practical perspective.

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Listener Question: Gross Boy Behavior?

Mon, 03 Dec 2018 09:00:00 -0000

A listener sends in a story about her son that caused her and her husband a lot of anxiety. Listen in to Michael’s and Tim’s answer, and learn the brain-science behind boys and farting!

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Raising Boys in a Kryptonite World, Part 2: Boys and their Emotions

Mon, 26 Nov 2018 09:00:00 -0000

Michael Gurian and Tim Wright look at your son’s brain, how it’s wired to emote, and how you can help him emote in healthy, masculine ways.

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Raising HEROIC Boys in a Kryptonite World—Part 1

Mon, 19 Nov 2018 09:00:00 -0000

Raising HEROIC Boys in a Kryptonite World—Part 1: Boys and Schools. Boys are systematically falling behind girls in every area of school from Pre-K through Graduate School. Michael and Tim look at some practical, brain-based strategies for helping your son succeed in school.

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What Are Boys Made Of?

Fri, 14 Sep 2018 04:21:00 -0000

What Are Boys Made of? Michael Gurian and Tim Wright turn their attention to boys and some high level insights into what makes your son tick.

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Help: I'm a Parent

Fri, 14 Sep 2018 04:18:00 -0000

Help: I’m a Parent. Michael Gurian and Tim Wright talk about the adventure of parenting and how understanding your child’s nature and brain can help you experience the wonder of parenting.

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