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 hosts discuss the dangers of leaving children unmonitored while using apps like TikTok, where one keyword search can lead to inappropriate content. They stress the importance of parents curating their children's online experiences.
Goldia worries as her daughter, Phoenix, has not returned home by curfew, despite being a responsible 23-year-old. Her husband attempts to calm her down by assuring her that Phoenix will be home soon.
The parent-child relationship is complicated and often leads to rebellion from the child. Lecturing children might not be the best way to make them follow the rules.
The speaker shares their experience of hitting rock bottom and being afraid of their parents' disappointment, and how they observed other people with conservative parents who also live in fear of their expectations.
The most effective parenting style allows for both structure and safety, as well as independence and emotional respect for the child. Setting rules is important, but it is equally important to listen to the child and take their perspective into consideration.
The speaker shares an anecdote about his mother encouraging him to smoke when he was 12 years old to avoid eating. The clip also includes an unrelated advertisement for StoryWorth and mentions the toxicity of bedding products.
Many parents fear not being able to provide for their children and losing them in dangerous situations. However, raising children in a culture of fear may actually cause harm by creating excessive paranoia and anxiety.
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 podcast hosts discuss the impact of parental influence on their lives, particularly in regards to their respective successes and career paths.
A person shares their thoughts on prioritizing their kids and staying positive amidst negativity from others, including their experiences in sports.
Raising entrepreneurial kids is not just about teaching them how to start a business to earn money, but rather about equipping them with the confidence, perseverance, and tenacity they need to succeed in life.
The speaker discusses the importance of providing clear boundaries for children while working with them to discover their own passions and creativity, allowing them to indulge their curiosity and encouraging psychological safety.
The speaker shares about their childhood memories with a parent who would often become loud and aggressive when drinking, despite their family's financial stability. However, the speaker also mentions positive memories of this parent being happy and fun-loving, like when they would have big movie nights on their projector screen.
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 speaker shares about their experience parenting from prison and the importance of setting an example for their children in overcoming adversity.
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.
Sean Millay shares his insights on how to parent oneself and the significance of self-compassion in dealing with life problems.
The podcast explores the downsides of having free-spirited parents, the mixed messages and the lack of attention that their children could feel.
Jocko Willink shares advice for single dads to communicate with their daughters in today's culture on how to deal with fear, the woke world, and how to keep a solid mindset growing up as a young woman.
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 speaker talks about how their daughter got a driving ticket on the day she received her license and wasn't supposed to drive passengers, as well as being in a potentially dangerous situation in a parking lot.
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 mom feels reassured after receiving overwhelming positive feedback from other moms, despite a small amount of negative feedback, and is grateful for the success of her podcast.
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.
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 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.
A mother shares her desire to experience pure joy and awe in the moment with her children at least once a month, connecting with the divine within us all and being grateful for their growth and accomplishments.
A father notices his child is in pain and takes him to the hospital after realizing there may be a serious issue. The family lives in a trailer park and the mother is young, in her early 20s.
A mother discusses her vision for her son's upcoming birthday party and the pressure she feels to have another baby.
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.
The speaker shares a personal story about a girl who was taken out of school for a week by her father and discusses how important it is to have the right parents looking after you.
The podcast discusses how some parents choose to stop drinking as they cannot handle being hungover with their children, and the challenges of parenting while dealing with the effects of alcohol consumption.
The speaker believes that while the mother may have overreacted to a toy bear, it is also understandable due to the ancient hair bear possibly being cursed. However, the speaker thinks it's weird to assume that it contained actual human hair, like what is used in making wigs.
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 discussion on how parental beliefs can shape a person, with personal anecdotes on how their parents' stance against fascism influenced them and how popular culture has contributed to shaping modern couples.
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.
Parents with rotator cuff injuries can find it difficult to lift and take care of their children, especially infants and toddlers.
In this episode, the hosts discuss parenting styles and the importance of following through on commitments. They also touch on the intimidation of knowing what you want in life and the dynamics of a blended family.
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.
A rant on the pressure of parenthood standards, where even natural animal instincts are denied.
The speaker reflects on the confusing dynamics of parental relationships when roles seem to shift and grandparents need to be cared for like children.
In a podcast episode with Hoda Kotb, the speaker discusses the challenging yet beautiful experience of being a parent, with insights on how to handle parenting fatigue and finding joy in the journey.
The host discusses the negative effects of over-celebrating children and creating a culture where every little moment is considered special and sacred, leading to feelings of guilt and unrealistic expectations later on.
A discussion about singing to a child and how certain songs or melodies might affect their reactions.
