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At Tea, Tales, and Tomes we are living our favourite lives talking books and drinking hot beverages. So grab your cuppa and join us in this gentle corner of the audio world - a community of readers, raising readers.
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In the 25+ years Janet Lansbury has worked with children and parents, she's learned a lot. She's here to share it with you. Each episode of Unruffled addresses a reader's parenting issue through the lens of Janet's respectful parenting approach, consistently offering a perspective shift that ultimately frees parents of the need for scripts, strategies, tricks, and tactics. Janet is a parenting author and consultant whose website (JanetLansbury.com) is visited by millions of readers annually. ...
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Books with Betsy is a podcast that celebrates the reading life of all readers. Each week, Betsy interviews a different person about their reading life. Listen for book recommendations, reading tips, and to join in the joy that reading brings. And remember, anyone who reads is a reader.
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Tired of the nightly reading battles? Struggling to get your child to open a book because they refuse to read at all costs? Maybe they can read but just don’t want to, or perhaps they struggle with the basics, making reading feel frustrating and exhausting. Or maybe books just can’t compete with screens, sports, or other distractions. No matter the reason, you’re not alone—and more importantly, you’re not failing as a parent. Welcome to Engaging Reluctant Readers—the podcast for book-loving ...
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Raising Boys & Girls

That Sounds Fun Network

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Welcome to the Raising Boys and Girls Podcast with Sissy Goff, David Thomas, and Melissa Trevathan. In each episode of this podcast, we’ll share some of what we’re learning in the work we do with kids and families on a daily basis at Daystar Counseling Ministries. Our goal is to help you care for the kids in your life with a little more understanding, a little more practical help, and a whole lot of hope. So pull up a chair and join us on this journey of raising boys and girls. Connect with ...
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In It: Raising Kids Who Learn Differently

Understood.org, Gretchen Vierstra, Rachel Bozek

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Discover In It, a podcast that explores the joys and frustrations of supporting kids with learning disabilities and ADHD. Join hosts Rachel Bozek and Gretchen Vierstra as they talk with parents, caregivers, teachers, and sometimes kids. They offer perspective, advice, and stories for and from people who have challenges with reading, math, focus, and other learning differences. Get tips on parenting kids with learning disabilities like dyslexia.
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Cross Formed Kidmin

Ryan Coatney, Sam Luce, Hunter Williams

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Welcome to the Cross Formed Kidmin podcast. A weekly children's ministry podcast made for kidmin pastors, leaders, and volunteers. Every Tuesday your hosts Ryan, Hunter, and Sam, realease a brand new episode discussing key topics, answering questions, and sharing insights from our combined 60 years of experience with kid and family ministry. We know that leading a kids ministry in todays ever changing world can feel overwhelming , if not impossible! Busy schedules, disengaged families, and s ...
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Welcome to “Narrative Voices: Unveiling the Art of Storytelling,” the podcast that brings you closer to the creators of the world’s most compelling stories. In each episode, we sit down with book authors and storytellers from various genres and backgrounds to uncover the magic behind their narratives. From the initial spark of inspiration to the challenges of bringing their stories to life, we delve into the creative journeys that shape their work. Whether you’re a passionate reader, an aspi ...
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Book Therapy's Bijal Shah, in collaboration with Sunita Shah of The Jai Jais, brings this 8-episode podcast on raising a reader and developing a storyteller. Over eight episodes, we share tips and techniques on developing young readers' love for literature through acquiring reading skills, vocabulary, developing their imagination and learning to tell a story. We also discuss the benefits of reading on mental well-being through the practice of children's bibliotherapy. Everything we share is ...
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Comix Experience opened in San Francisco April 1, 1989. Since 2015, our monthly Graphic Novel Clubs have been bringing the greatest books by the greatest creators to the greatest readers: you! As part of this service we conduct in-depth video interviews with creators about the joys and terrors of making comics! Find out more about the clubs at https://www.graphicnovelclub.com/start
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Lucha Libro

Romeo Rosales

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Literary discussions & opposing viewpoints about all things bookish. Whether you like romance, history, science-fiction, self-help etc. by (mostly) Latinx authors, this podcast has something for all readers.
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Raise the Room

Danica Marie

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Here at Raise the Room we're trying to deal with the journey of parenthood in a conscious way, but not in an 'I take myself too seriously' kind of way. There has got to be some humour and levity, otherwise none of us will survive it! I'm your host Danica, I'm a teacher, mother, intuitive and Human Design Reader. This also means I weave Human Design into the show any chance I can, as it has helped me understand myself and my family dynamic, immensely. Remember, you bring so much to the table, ...
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Standard Deviation is hosted by Yves Brown - Registered Nurse, writer, mother, health/wellness/healing advocate, intuitive reader, and authenticity champion. We’re going to have meaningful, authentic, and at times, unfiltered conversations over a variety of issues that uniquely affect us such as, toxic relationships, raising special needs children, being a caregiver, friendships, and maintaining your sanity on the job. These conversations are intended to help you embrace your authenticity an ...
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I have grown up conversations and write about life, business, empowerment and more. My guests are inspiring leaders and professionals with impactful human stories. My hope is that listeners and readers get at least one actionable gem that will make them exponentially better.
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Pieces of a Woman

Cristie and DeAnna

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Each episode we will discuss and share real stories that are relevant, inspiring and engaging as it relates to women and the life that shape us into who we are today. Every episode will be committed to engaging conversations that will include interviews with influential women, leaders, healers, authors, and close friends. We will discuss EVERYTHING, nothing is off the table, except politics, we will leave that one off the table. DeAnna and Cristie will explore every genre from loss, grief, s ...
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Welcome to On the Spectrum with Sonia Krishna Chand, the ultimate podcast dedicated to unraveling the beauty, challenges, and triumphs of living with autism and embracing neurodiversity. Hosted by Sonia Krishna Chand—renowned autism advocate, speaker, and author of the transformative new book Dropped In The Maze—this podcast is your go-to source for meaningful conversations about the spectrum of life. Each week, Sonia brings her deep expertise and personal passion to the microphone, diving i ...
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Homeschooling is an excellent choice for many families, but it can feel overwhelming, and even isolating at times. In Homeschool Conversations with Humility and Doxology, we talk with real life homeschooling parents about it all: educational philosophy, homeschool challenges, learning successes, faith & so much more. Host Amy Sloan, a homeschool graduate herself, is now homeschooling her own 5 children, and she brings the homeschool community to you. Informative, encouraging & fun - this is ...
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Blessings and Motherhood

Delise Germond and Ginny Tran

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Join Ginny Tran and Delise Germond for a show that brings encouragement, and solidarity from a classical, Christian perspective; celebrating the blessings and challenges of motherhood in every season.
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Carla Blaha is a third-generation Psychic Medium, following in the footsteps of her mother and grandmother. She had her first psychic experience at 3 years old, and now works as full time Evidential Medium while raising her three children. She sees clients individually and in groups, and currently does regular readings and workshops at Synchronicity, Brewster NY, Soulauras, Briarcliff NY and Flowlife Holistic Lounge, NYC/FLA & Found Herbal In Bronxville NY. Carla teaches various metaphysical ...
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Learning by Design

https://masterpiece-academy.castos.com/

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Welcome to Learning by Design, the podcast that explores innovative ideas, actionable strategies, and inspiring stories to transform education and workforce development. Hosted by Krishna Cart and presented by The Masterpiece Academy, this podcast is designed for parents, educators, and business leaders looking to create impactful learning experiences. Join us as we dive into topics like personalized learning, leadership development, academic success, mentorship, and future-ready education. ...
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Are you feeling the urge to choose homeschooling and wondering if it would be right for you? Are you frustrated with the current school systems and what kids are learning and experiencing in school these days? If you’re unsure about how to teach your children everything they ”need” to know while still maintaining your sanity, I understand. Also, what about socialization? Do homeschooled kids have opportunities to socialize? These are all normal questions! If these concerns are holding you ba ...
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Write Open Source

Rolfe Dlugy-Hegwer

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A behind-the-scenes look at technical writing for open-source software. We connect with writers and other doc experts to hear their stories about overcoming challenges, working on special projects, and learning new methods.
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Taiwan On-Air 空中直播台灣

The Northern Institute of Taiwan Studies

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What is Taiwan for the world and the world for Taiwan? In this podcast series, a group of Taiwan specialists based at the University of Central Lancashire, chat with book writers, artists, directors, professionals from, or with, an interest in Taiwan and explore how the ‘little’ island of Taiwan can be a starting point to (re)think the way we look at the world. Whether you already know Taiwan, you want to know more about it, or you just want to be inspired by it, this is the podcast for you! ...
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Daily Deliberate Mom

Katie Lewis, Music: Scott Holme

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Want to be a better mom today than you were yesterday? Simple and powerful daily goals that will strengthen your relationship with your children and help you to be a more effective, happier mother- one day at a time.
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Teaching Tomorrow is a show for educators who earnestly desire to become more awesome at what they do. Middle level educator Celeste Kirsh speaks to experts about the future of teaching and learning so you can get practical ideas that you can literally use tomorrow in your classroom.
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Welcome to The HBCU Audio Experience, hosted by entrepreneur Todd Finley. The HBCU Audio Experience podcast is produced and distributed by HBCU Grad. On this podcast you'll find a mix of interviews, strategy sessions, behind the scenes, news and fireside chats with HBCU Grads and students. You'll also hear current thoughts that the HBCU Grad staff records originally for this audio experience!
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Jonathan Rogers is a podcaster, teacher, husband, father, and author of the best-selling Wilderking Series. We were thrilled to sit down with our friend Jonathan to talk about inspiring not only creativity in kids, but helping them learn to love to read and write. You’re going to love this episode with the brilliant, highly creative and widely well…
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Can toddlers really learn to read? And can homeschool moms truly teach them—even without formal training? Absolutely. In this episode, Christy-Faith sits down with Spencer Russell, award-winning educator and founder of Toddlers Can Read, to talk about how early literacy is simpler (and more doable) than most parents realize. We’ll break down the sc…
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In this episode of Homeschool Conversations with Humility and Doxology, Amy Sloan sits down with Glenn McCarty—author of The Misadventured Summer of Tumbleweed Thompson, Dead-Eye Dan, and a middle school English teacher—to discuss how families can nurture a love of reading, creativity, and shared stories at home. From the early days of toddler read…
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On this episode, my mom, Mary Hopper Welander, and I discuss shared reading memories from my childhood, how much the library has impacted both of our reading lives, and how her reading life has changed in retirement. She also gives some great advice about how to develop a love of reading in your child. Books mentioned in this episode: What Betsy’s …
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Welcome back to the Comix Experience Graphic Novel Club! To join the club, visit https://www.graphicnovelclub.com/graphic-novel-club Official Website: https://www.comixexperience.com YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/comixexperience Leave a review and share! It all helps. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/comixexperiencegraphicnovelclub/ …
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Did you know your child starts developing reading skills long before they open their first book? From birth to preschool, kids are absorbing language, rhythm, and vocabulary—laying the foundation for a lifetime of reading success. But what should you be doing during this stage? And how can you support your child’s learning without pressure or overw…
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Join health and science journalist Danielle Elliot as she investigates the rise of women recently diagnosed with ADHD. Listen to Climbing the Walls now. This week on In It, we’re sharing an episode from another Understood podcast. It’s called Hyperfocus with Rae Jacobson, and we’re big fans. When she first became a parent, Rae experienced a bout of…
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Are you overwhelmed by overflowing bookshelves, a cluttered calendar, and the pressure to “do it all” in your homeschool? You're not alone—when you're balancing so much, it doesn’t take much to feel stretched thin. In this episode, Christy-Faith opens up about shiny object syndrome, curriculum overload, and the quiet guilt that creeps in when homes…
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In this compelling episode, Lisa Caparelli shares her profound journey from her childhood in El Paso, Texas, to her current role as a celebrated author and advocate for emotional intelligence in children. Her upbringing in a large Hispanic family instilled in her a deep sense of community and cultural pride, which continues to influence her work to…
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We'd love your feedback. Send us a message. Reading comic books and graphic novels with children creates joyful literacy experiences that build lifelong connections through stories while developing critical visual literacy skills. • Slow down when reading comics aloud to allow children time to explore illustrations and decode visual information • P…
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Description: In this episode, Ryan and Hunter give advice on when a church needs to switch its children's ministry curriculum. Connect With Us! If you have any questions or suggestions for the show, please email [email protected] Cross Formed Kids This podcast is brought to you by Cross Formed Kids! Get a custom quote to bring Cross Formed K…
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On today's episode, David and Sissy share three things kids need this summer! Courage and resilience are certainly two of the things based on what they're seeing in their counseling offices, which is exactly why they wrote two new children's books that you can pre-order today! And, we guess you’ll just have to listen in for the third! Preorder ⁠⁠⁠⁠…
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Bossiness. Toy taking. Unkind words. Hitting. Behaviors like these are particularly common between siblings but can happen with peers as well, and they're frustrating and disturbing for us to witness. How to we address them? Separate the warring factions? Issue a mandate? Negotiate a settlement? Perhaps just let it play out? In this episode, a pare…
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I’m excited to be joined on the show today by guest author, Elise Hooper. On this episode we’re going to talk about her book, The Library of Lost Dollhouses. When a young librarian discovers historic dollhouses in a hidden room, she embarks on an unexpected journey that reveals surprising secrets about the lost miniatures. Paired with this episode:…
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What if rest wasn’t a reward for finishing your to-do list, but a rhythm woven into creation itself? In today’s fast-paced culture, biblical rest can feel elusive—especially for homeschooling families juggling responsibilities and expectations. But as Eryn Lynum shared in our recent conversation, true rest is not about doing less, but about being r…
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On this episode, Hannah Gordon, a fellow CPS teacher and I discuss the importance of the library as a public service, how your reading life can turn around from what people expect of you as a child, and she brings some really great books to the show that haven’t been talked about yet. Find Hannah on TikTok Book Talk and Signing for The Kat Bunglar …
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In this episode of the Paywall Podcast, brought to you by Leaky Paywall, Pete and Tyler discuss the critical importance of email frequency for publishers. They explore various cadences for sending newsletters, emphasizing that many publishers are not sending enough emails to engage their audience effectively. The discussion covers strategies for lo…
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Green Ember friends, you are going to love this one! I had the absolute joy of sitting down with S. D. (Sam) Smith and Zach Franzen to chat about an epic new adventure in the Green Ember universe: Helmer in the Dragon Tomb! For years, readers (including my son Isaac) have been asking for Helmer’s origin story — and now it’s finally here. Not only w…
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Guest: Amy Riccardi, Loudoun County School Board Candidate (Sterling) What if people were making the most critical decisions affecting your child’s education, you’ve never heard of—and never voted for? In this powerful episode, Krishna Cart sits down with Amy Riccardi, a Loudoun County mom, educator, and school board candidate, who is sounding the …
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Mental health has made so many advances in the past several years and, with it, our understanding not only of the impact of trauma, but also what we can do to heal ourselves and help the kids we love do the same. In this important conversation, our dear friend and coworker Amy Jacobs talks about the important work she and our colleagues at Daystar …
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Feel like reading is a luxury you don’t have time for? Between parenting, work, and a never-ending to-do list, curling up with a book can feel impossible. But what if reading didn’t have to be one more thing on your plate—and instead became a simple way to recharge, de-stress, and set an inspiring example for your kids? In this episode of the Engag…
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The salient focus of our discussion today revolves around the transformative potential of lifestyle changes in reclaiming metabolic health, as articulated by our esteemed guest, Dr. Robert Lufkin. As a distinguished physician, professor, and New York Times bestselling author, Dr. Lufkin has dedicated his career to empowering individuals to confront…
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Nick Huber built his business empire not by chasing revolutionary ideas, but by mastering the art of executing simple things exceptionally well. In his new book, The Sweaty Startup: How to Get Rich Doing Boring Things, Nick shares a refreshingly practical blueprint for entrepreneurial success. In this episode, Nick breaks down why boring businesses…
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We have been quoting the work of Dr. Lisa Miller for decades! She’s a NYT bestselling author and a leading psychologist and scientist on faith, mental health and flourishing…and who doesn’t want those things for their kids! We loved this conversation with Dr. Miller and were so honored she’d join us on the podcast. This is a must listen for parents…
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Loryn Brantz is an Emmy-winning author, illustrator, and mom of two, who once built puppets for Sesame Street. Loryn joined Janet on a previous episode of "Unruffled" to talk about parenting a child with disabilities, sharing the joys and challenges of her journey with honesty and her signature warmth and wit. Her new book "Poems of Parenting" is a…
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I’m excited to be joined on the show today by guest author, Sarah Penner. On this episode we’re going to talk about her book, THE AMALFI CURSE, a bewitching tale of sunken treasure, forbidden love, the stregheria and ancient magic on the Amalfi Coast of Italy. Paired with this episode: Sarah: Mocktails & Smoothies Eliza: Plum Wine & Vitamin Water S…
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Teaching kids to cook and help around the house isn’t just about making meals or doing chores—it’s about building independence, confidence, and essential life skills that will serve them well into adulthood. In homeschooling, we have a unique opportunity to incorporate life skills into our children’s education, blending practical skills with subjec…
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On this episode, Christopher Hermelin, host of the podcast So Many Damn Books and I discuss his life that revolves around books, our shared love for stories on the continuum of weird, and we both go on a bit of a tear about over-comped books. You can also hear me get totally sucked in by something Christopher recommends. So Many Damn Books The Rovi…
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Episode Summary In this inspiring episode of the Masterpiece Academy Podcast, Krishna Cart explores the transformative power of Project-Based Learning (PBL) within a Christ-centered education model. You'll discover how Masterpiece Academy goes beyond traditional online schooling — combining accredited academics, personal mentorship, and vibrant com…
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Hey Friends, Join me in our celebration of 1 year of Confidence to Homeschool! I am hearing so many mommas right now that are telling me they are in a hard season. I have some words of encouragement to hopefully lift your heart and remind you of some truths that you don't have to do it all on your own and spoiler alert it ALL matters to God the goo…
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We recently made a new friend “across the pond” who happens to be a part of our amazing podcast network family at the That Sounds Fun Network! Greer Jones is a mom of and the host of a podcast called The Unfinished Idea, where she talks about the joys and challenges of being neurodivergent or raising a child who is. Raising Neurodivergent Kids Play…
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Does your child’s reading routine fall apart over school breaks? Whether it’s summer vacation, winter break, or long weekends, keeping kids engaged with books can be tough—but it doesn’t have to feel like homework! In this episode of the Engaging Reluctant Readers Podcast, Ellen Westbrook shares easy, fun, and low-pressure ways to keep reading in y…
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Join health and science journalist Danielle Elliot as she investigates the rise of women recently diagnosed with ADHD. Listen to Climbing the Walls now. In this episode of In It, hosts Gretchen Vierstra and Rachel Bozek welcome Christina Cipriano, PhD, MEd. Dr. Chris is a psychologist, and an associate professor at the Yale University Child Study C…
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Feeling like screens are slowly taking over your homeschool? You're not the only one. In this episode, Christy-Faith gets real about parenting and homeschooling in a world where digital distractions are everywhere. From toddler YouTube loops to teens in full dopamine withdrawal, she lays out how screens are reshaping attention, behavior, and connec…
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Bill Williams, our esteemed guest, recounts a remarkable journey that spans multiple careers, from his early days in a military family to his current role as a registered investment advisor. His formative years, characterized by transient schooling, laid a foundation that ultimately led him to earn both a Bachelor’s and a Master’s degree in Broadca…
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We'd love your feedback. Send us a message. Ever found yourself wondering if your child's comic book obsession actually "counts" as reading? You're not alone. Parents everywhere are questioning whether Dog Man and Captain Underpants are legitimate literature or just a phase to endure. Comics and graphic novels deserve recognition as legitimate read…
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Send us a text Sam Mitchell shares his journey of being diagnosed with autism at age four and transforming his experiences into a platform for advocacy through podcasting and motivational speaking. Sam turned his pain into purpose by giving back and helping others. • Diagnosed with classic autism symptoms including repetitive behaviors, restricted …
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You all—have we got a TREAT for you! Not only do we have the wise and beloved Melissa Trevathan back, but we are thrilled to introduce you to another therapist and dear friend at Daystar. Don Logan is one of the most discerning, deeply devoted and dear human beings that we know. He helps kids and families (and Daystar staff) every single day discov…
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In this encore episode, Janet’s guest is Dr. William Stixrud, a clinical neuropsychologist and co-author of "The Self-Driven Child: The Science and Sense of Giving Your Kids More Control Over Their Lives." Bill Stixrud's decades of experience counseling children and their parents have led to conclusions that complement and support Janet's own paren…
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I’m excited to be joined on the show today by guest author, Lynda Cohen Loigman. On this episode we’re going to talk about her book, The Love Elixir of Augusta Stern. On the brink of eighty, retired pharmacist Augusta Stern moves to Florida and reunites with her first love, reigniting memories of 1920s Brooklyn. Torn between science and family folk…
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In this episode of Learning by Design, host Krishna Cart explores why Bible-based education is more essential than ever in 2025. As culture rapidly shifts and parents re-evaluate what matters in their children’s education, this conversation gets to the heart of what makes education transformative, not just informative. Mrs. Cart unpacks what Bible-…
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