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Parenting for the Future helps parents understand - the phenomena that will shape the world in which their children will come of age and the science and strategies for raising their children to find their own voices so that they can thrive and shape that world in their unique way.
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In this Episode you will learn about: The state of women's health in the US The role of instinct in staying healthy QUILT – the way to tell your story to your doctors and medical providers How to make a "Family Medical Tree" What we can do to advocate for more and broader funding for Research into Women's Health
In this Episode you will learn about: Navigating bigotry as part of a multiracial, multi-religious and multi-ethnic family The power of parental values Why all "isms" are actually connected The role of fear in amplifying all "isms" How to be actively antiracist in your everyday life Why we should not be afraid of sharing true history with our kids A surprising lesson from M&Ms The tribal myth Why what we don't do, don't read and don't talk about shape our kids How we can incentivize enough people to whisper, so that collectively we create a loud roar against racism and oppression
In this Episode you will learn about: Promly: Social media for Gen. Zs by Gen. Zs Public Benefit Corporations The Gen. Z suicide crisis Why the Gen. Z voice is pivotal in policy impacting Gen. Zs The Kid Online Safety Act Shadow's Edge – Gaming for Mental Health Stockpile – A money app for families How parental values shape changemakers How loss can spur life-saving innovation
In this Episode you will learn about: The history of the Fresh Air Fund Not defining children based on the communities from which they come The Fresh Air Fund camps and summer curriculum How the Fresh Air Fund serves children year-round How the Fresh Air Fund develops young leaders How families influence the work of the Fresh Air Fund Corporate partners and their role in the work of the Fresh Air Fund How you can support the Fresh Air Fund Why green space and time in the outdoors can change a life for the better
In this Episode you will learn about: The Microschool movement Colossal Academy Non-traditional learners and microschools How every learner can thrive in microschools How microschool students perform on standardized test The global education gap Why Microschooling may be the future of learning "Optimistic Edu-futurists"
In this Episode you will learn about: The Onyx Family origin story How Onyx built a multi-million-dollar YouTube franchise The role of faith in building a business for positive impact AI and the entertainment industry Opportunities to have positive impact on social media The importance of "finding your lane" Beyond YouTube – how to build a sustainable, scalable entertainment brand Why the world needs more entertainers who spread love
In this Episode you will learn about: The number of children around the world who are grieving the death of a parent or caregiver How children experience grief Ramifications of unaddressed grief How families and communities can support grieving kids What schools can do to better support grieving children Strategies parents and caregivers can use to help their kids understand and accept the inevitability of death Weekend camps for grieving families Resources created by grieving kids for grieving kids The work of Experience Camps to allow grieving children to embody lives full of hope and rich with possibility
In this Episode you will learn about: The definition of "bias" Surprising forms of bias The roots of biases The ages biases begin to emerge Culture-based Counter Transference The Crawford Bias Reduction Theory The LETUP model Strategies parents can use to reduce bias
In this Episode you will learn about: • How hope, love and connection are the most wonderful gifts from stories • How stories can shape our experience in the world • How a change of scenery can change one's life • Why we should read aloud to our kids • The authors who most profoundly influenced Kate DiCamillo • How parents can raise children who have an insatiable love of reading
In this episode you will learn about: Philosophy – what it is and how it can help us navigate a complicated world How racism shaped the Philosophical Canon The Less Commonly Taught Philosophies (LCTPs) Immanuel Kant's influence on the Philosophical Canon Why teaching Indigenous, African, East Asian, South Asian, and LGBQ+ philosophical traditions can help solve complex problems How philosophy helps us disagree without demonizing How to help your kids develop a philosophical mindset
In this Episode you will learn about: The genesis and work of Born This Way Foundation The link between kindness and mental health The power of a public health approach to mental wellness Why youth advisory boards are crucial for the success of youth mental health initiatives The "Be There Certificate", a free, online mental health course The LGBTQ+ Study by Born This Way Foundation and Hope Lab
In this Episode you will learn about: Acute myeloid leukemia The role of a father in shaping a life "Remaindered" kids The far reach of a mother's love How musicals can anchor a parent-child relationship The power of the "village" in raising a child
In this Episode you will learn about: The meaning of "financial independence" How your upbringing influences your attitude towards money Why it is important to talk about money with your kids How an allowance can help kids understand money/finance The three phases of your financial life How to protect your earnings Various types of insurance Trusts Asset allocation and asset location Taxable, tax deferred and tax-free investments How to prepare to financially care for older parents/family members
In this Episode you will learn about: Diana Chao's journey Letters to Strangers The power of youth for youth mental health support Culture Bound Syndromes The importance of family mental health conversations The psychopharmaceutical industry How community and connection save lives
In this Episode you will learn about: Sewell Setzer Character.AI How AI Companions impact our kids/a child's brain The relationship between Character.AI, Google LLC and Alphabet, Inc. Warning signs to look out for when your kids have AI Companions Large Language Learning Models Anthropomorphic AI
In this Episode you will learn about: ABSee Me Why kids need windows and mirrors to learn Why seeing themselves in their classroom is crucial for every child Why learning materials that reflect the class are the most powerful Goldman Sach's One Million Black Women – Black in Business program Emirates National Schools What parents can do to ensure their child is represented in their learning materials
In this Episode you will learn about: The U.S. foster care system Why kids go into foster care Reunification – pros and cons The foster parenting experience The work of a case/social worker The role teachers play in the foster care system How fostering can change a child's life for the better Strategies to improve foster care for all involved What you can do to help kids in foster care
In this Episode you will learn about: The meaning of intelligence The scientists who developed IQ tests How racism and discrimination shaped the IQ test Eugenics Why standardized tests don't measure intelligence IQ tests most frequently used in the US How IQ tests shape the lives of kids with Down Syndrome and other conditions How to advocate for fairer measures of intelligence
In this Episode you will learn about: The definition of "body image" Why body image impacts every aspect of our lives How mothers influence their children's body image How culture and geography impact body image Eating disorders Disordered eating Diet culture How to listen to our bodies and teach our kids to do the same The Health at Every Size movement "Embodiment" The effects of social media on body image FACE: A tool to avoid the comparison culture of social media
In this Episode you will learn about: The definition of "citizen" Why U.S. schools have failed to teach civics or what it means to live in and support a democracy The ramifications of not understanding our political system How to overcome obstacles to talking to your kids about politics 4 questions to ask your kids when they show interest in politics How to help our kids if they express extremist of violent political views How to register your child vote How our kids are advantaged by learning about our political system and government The basic information you need to start conversations about politics with your kids
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