This podcast episode discusses the negative impact that device usage can have on our children and personal relationships. The speaker emphasizes the importance of teaching children basic communication skills and making time for activities that bring us joy in all aspects of life.
The speaker remembers being told to pick out a less desirable toy as a kid and believes that the concept of temper tantrums has been turned into a mental illness.
A parent recounts a recent train ride with their daughter that ended in tears, and reflects on the uncertainty of when they will return.
The speaker talks about the intense emotional response he experiences when his child is threatened or harmed, and how he approached a teacher to try and help his child graduate.
A mother discusses raising her sons after divorce, including the challenges of single parenthood and unexpected expenses.
A parent regretful of not pursuing a promotion pushes their kid to follow their career path, despite the fact that they misused their idea.
In this transcript snippet, the speaker discusses how the ability to use one's voice at home affects a person's ability to use it in the world outside. It highlights how parents can help children develop their voice by listening actively.
This podcast discusses how parents can instill adaptive mindset in children by emphasizing the benefits of healthy foods and stress management techniques. It highlights the importance of focusing on mindset rather than getting kids to do certain things.
The best way to help your kids with math homework is to not do it if you struggle with math anxiety or have a bad relationship with it. Communicating negative feelings or experiences about math can discourage your child from enjoying or being confident in the subject.
The speaker reflects on their approach to decision making and parenting, emphasizing the importance of thinking before acting and fostering resilience in their children.
Josh's parenting is in question as he let his young sons share a home with an accused pedophile.
The hosts have a hilarious conversation about skin-on-skin sleeping with a newborn and the baby going after the male nipple. They also joke around about looking like Urkel and a Bollywood actor.
Moms are better at nurturing in the early years while dads are better at teaching adolescents how to navigate risk. Providing proxy fitness cues can discourage men from causing trouble, but may also lead to detachment and sedation.
A person talks about the importance of playing with their kids and their own experiences with their dad being too sick to play.
Author Julie Lithcott-Hames discusses the negative effects of modern parenting on children and offers tips on how to raise self-sufficient kids. Stick around after her talk to hear more about her new book, Your Turn, How to Be an Adult, and her new online course for TED on building a future that fits you.
Gary recounts how his mother's inappropriate behavior of talking about men's genitals while measuring their inseam and washing his own genitals as an adolescent made him feel very confused during puberty.
Bill's daughter had to follow a strict 9 p.m. curfew, and provide ticket stubs for fairs or concerts she attended. The speaker believes sharing more details about the story may become tedious for the audience.
A parent talks about the satisfaction of spending time with their children by walking them to school every day, and the importance of job fulfillment. They also mention a funny incident where the high school strictly prohibited DoorDash deliveries to school.
A mother sacrifices her wants to save for her children's future, documenting their voices on the way.
The controversy over vaccination and homeschooling highlights a larger issue of parents treating their children as property, denying them proper medical care or education under the guise of personal freedom.
The speaker shares how investing in his kids' interests, even if they do not necessarily interest him, has been a great learning experience. Such investment has also enabled his kids to take up speaking trips, find crystal stores, and produce digital music.
A soldier talks about being a dad while deployed and how his time was divided while also serving in the military.
Joyce's daughter, Renee, seemed eager to begin acting like an adult, running around with older kids, and eventually going off to Mobile, Alabama. In order to understand Renee's story, Joyce needs to learn about who she was as a child and at what point her life began to veer away from New Orleans.
The podcast touches on the challenges of changing diapers for baby boys and the unexpected consequences that follow, as well as a personal story of urinating on a leather jacket.
This episode discusses the experience of being woken up in the middle of the night by a child who is having trouble sleeping and explores the challenges of sleep deprivation for parents.
A child found a way around parental controls set by their dad to access other games using the space bar.
A new father reminisces on the touching moment of seeing his partner hold their son for the first time and the encouragement from family during the first few days of parenting.
The podcast discusses how parents give guidance to their children when they want to pursue a public-facing career. Additionally, they touch on what it's like for a spouse to support their significant other in a public-facing career.
Two parents share their tips for putting kids to bed without waking them up, including crawling on the floor and army style movements. Billy also talks about the difficulties of balancing sports and bedtime routines.
This podcast talks about the different parenting patterns that can affect us in different ways. It touches upon issues like having explosive parents, lack of boundaries, and other factors that can make us feel emotionally or physically unsafe in our environment.
A mother talks about her experience in a toddler tumbling class and the ethereal Brooklyn moms who were also attending. She also discusses her son's sleeping habits and how one of her kids was a circle sitter while the other one was just like Pete.
Suzanne's relationship with her parents became strained after she continued seeing her boyfriend Daniel despite their disapproval. They eventually gave her an ultimatum to break up with him or lose their financial support.
This episode discusses toxic parenting and its impacts on a child's development, as well as tips on how to navigate adult relationships with toxic parents.
This podcast episode discusses the negative impact on children when parents rely on them for emotional support and validation instead of seeking help from friends, partners, or therapists.
The speaker discusses the importance of tracking their partner's phone location as a safety measure and acknowledges that different parents have different opinions on the matter.
The transcript discusses the importance of evaluating parental fitness in custody cases with emphasis on the story of a father, Josh, who was recommended for supervised visitation.
A man struggles with understanding his wife's needs after a difficult birth, and relies on his friends for advice instead of recognizing his own shortcomings. This leads him to eventually write a book about his experiences.
The podcast discusses the fine line between being generous with your children and spoiling them. The hosts suggest that parents should ask themselves if the gesture in question is emotionally damaging to their child before deciding whether or not to follow through.
Freakonomics Radio will revisit their data-driven look at what factors actually contribute to academic success in raising children in next week's episode, "The Economist's Guide to Parenting."
A mother talks about concerns over her daughter's red and agitated skin, which she noticed after picking her up from her grandmother's house. She called her mom to discuss the situation.
The speaker expresses her concerns about being involved in her child's life, based on her generational age and idea that less involvement is better. She also mentions uncertainty about her child's future college plans.
The hosts believe in a parenting strategy that involves allowing their children to gravitate towards things they care about and driving through life with a strong moral compass. They discuss the importance of finding something to genuinely connect with in life.
The time spent in the car with kids can be an opportunity to bond and connect with them, even through listening to news and music, as it creates meaningful conversations between each other.
The host shares a personal story about how having a heart-to-heart conversation with his son helped him reflect on his own experiences of being parented and how parents should focus on the right things for their children rather than on material things.
The psychological impact of parental attitudes can create certain barriers for a child, making it difficult to create a bridge between them. Discussing the potential for abuse and escaping into fantasy as coping mechanisms.
A mother tells a story about someone commenting on her baby's love life, and her initial reactions to it, which includes getting upset.
The speaker shares his experiences with a controlling father who would threaten him if he talked back or asked for things.
A rant on the pressure of parenthood standards, where even natural animal instincts are denied.
The speaker urges for a truce to be called on the parenting Olympics, highlighting a problematic situation between Scott, Plato Jason, and their unruly behavior at soccer games.
Comedian David Spade discusses the inappropriate books he used to read to his children before bedtime and the importance of being mindful of the content consumed by kids.
The speaker shares humorous anecdotes about the challenges of parenting, including not having a break on school holidays and the struggle to dress stylishly on a plane.
