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Reading With Your Kids PodcastFostering Belonging & ConfidenceLooking for a fun family activity? Be sure to check out the Chicago Toy & Game Fair, November 9 & 10! Save on tickets by visiting www.ChiTag.com and use the promo code READ! In this episode of Reading With Your Kids Jedlie welcomed children's author Kim Larson to chat about her early reader book, "Goats Boat Won't Float." Kim explained the key differences between picture books and early readers - picture books have more complex vocabulary, while early readers focus on simple, engaging stories that new readers can tackle on their own. Kim shared the inspiration behind her h...2024-10-1355 min
Reading With Your Kids PodcastPuppies, Kitties & Pelicans, Oh My!This episode of Reading With Your Kids featured two authors introducing us to their children's books that celebrate human-animal bonds and culture. Bethany Murgia, author of "Wagnificent", shared how her graphic novel was inspired by her dog. She discussed researching dog behavior and domestication to portray the dog's perspective accurately through illustrations. Murgia described creating a series to focus on empathy and understanding between species. Jedlie brought up experiences growing up with many dogs and interviewed Murgia about the challenges of writing graphic novels. They imagined families enjoying "Wagnificent" through read-alouds and conversations about nonverbal...2024-06-2155 min
Reading With Your Kids PodcastHow Fantasy and Realism Can Educate and Inspire Young ReadersRajani LaRocca, Shannon Hitchcock and Amie Darnell Specht are on this episode of #ReadingWithYourKids to celebrate the power of story. We begin the episode by welcoming Rajani LaRocca back to the show. She is celebrating her new middle grade fantasy novel, Sona and the Golden Beasts. Rajani explained the setting and characters, including Sona who discovers an injured wolf pup and goes on a quest to save her mentor. Jedlie asked Rajani about her writing process. She said she started with the emotions of indignation and affection for marginalized people. They discussed how media has agendas and...2024-04-2655 min
Reading With Your Kids PodcastAvoid Becoming A Phone Zombie ParentOn this episode of the Reading with Your Kids podcast we have the pleasure of meeting authors Chiara Columbi and Heather Duke. Chiara Colombi, discussed her debut picture book Rocket Ship Solo Trip. She drew inspiration from her love of space and desire to foster science interest in her kids. The book taps into emotions of new experiences. Jedlie shared memories of storytelling for his kids and its impact. He stressed developing emotional intelligence through stories. Heather Duke, shared creating her book Two Shoes from an improvised story for her son. She found publishing unexpectedly fulfilling but s...2024-03-2957 min
Reading With Your Kids PodcastCelebrating Healthy Habits & Diversity!On this episode of Reading with Your Kids we celebrate healthy habit and diversity with Dr Rachel Wellner and Erin Danelle Russell. Dr. Rachel Wellner is the author of the Doctoroo #PictureBook series. Doctoroo is a marsupial doctor who travels the world helping animals and children. Dr. Wellner tells us she created Doctoroo to teach kids important health lessons in an engaging way. The books take readers on magical medical adventures while promoting preventative healthcare. Jedlie and Dr. Wellner talked about how parents can use the books to start important conversations about health with their kids. Erin...2024-03-2858 min
Reading With Your Kids PodcastBee Coming StrongAnandamayi Baker is on the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate her award winning #ChildrensBook Bee Coming Strong. The book tells the story of a tiny little bee and her journey of overcoming bullying and low self-esteem with the help of her queen bee. Baker was inspired to write the book after observing how disconnected children have become from nature, and the anxiety many experienced during the pandemic. Jedlie and Baker discussed the importance of connecting children to nature to help reduce anxiety. They emphasized slowing down and paying attention to small things in nature. Baker shared how observing bees' curiosity i...2024-02-1725 min
Reading With Your Kids PodcastA World Of LoveAimee Reid is on the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate her new children's book A World Of Love. Jedlie interviews Aimee about the inspiration for the book, which came while she was camping with her family and an idea came to her about different animals caring for their young. Aimee discusses how she chose various animals from around the world to represent different parenting behaviors. Jed and Aimee talk about why kids relate to stories about animals and the importance of unconditional love. They discuss the value of reading with children and being fully present. Aimee shares that parenting is...2024-01-2527 min
Reading With Your Kids PodcastSometimes Grandma Calls Me JeanJill and Phil Pietroburgo are on the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate Jill's powerful new #ChildrensBook "Sometimes Grandma Calls Me Jean". Jill shares how she wrote the book to honor her mother's experience with dementia, and how reading it to her mother brought them both joy. She hopes it helps start important conversations about aging, empathy and compassion. Phil praises Jill for her strength in caring for her mother. Both discuss the book's ability to give kids a window into different lives and start family discussions. Jedlie agrees that representation matters and this book can help many families facing challenges.2024-01-1725 min
Reading With Your Kids PodcastWe Belong To Each OtherGareth Higgins is on the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate his book "Cory in the Seventh Story Place," Gareth tells us this book was inspired by conversations on 'us versus them' mentality and unnecessary conflicts. Rooted in Gareth's experiences in Northern Ireland, he and his co-author aimed to address dehumanization and marginalization, especially for bullied or marginalized children. In their conversation on the podcast Gareth and Jedlie highlight the impact of words, advocating against the belief that names can't hurt. They discuss how societal conflicts often stem from a lack of belonging and fairness rather than just ideological differences. They...2023-11-2931 min
Reading With Your Kids PodcastBeautiful El Salvador!Our host Jedlie recently had the honor of touring the beautiful nation of El Salvador with Clowns Without Borders. Sit back and enjoy some of he beauty, and some of the beautiful smiles, Jedlie encountered in El Salvador. Click here to visit the Clowns Without Borders website - www.clownswithoutborders.org Click here to learn more about visiting El Salvador - https://elsalvador.travel/en/ Click here to visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com 2023-11-2302 min
Reading With Your Kids PodcastNeurodivergent Kids Are Awesome!Jen Malia is on the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate her new "Infinity Rainbow Club" series. Jen tells us this series features characters who have various neurodivergent traits. In this enlightening discussion, Jen and Jedlie explore the importance of recognizing and supporting neurodivergent individuals. They discuss the growing awareness of neurodiversity, including conditions like autism, ADHD, OCD, dyslexia, and more. Jen emphasizes the significance of understanding one's neurodivergent identity, as it can help individuals accept themselves and others more readily. The "Infinity Rainbow Club" series introduces readers to a diverse group of neurodivergent characters, each with unique strengths and challenges. T...2023-09-3029 min
Reading With Your Kids PodcastBest FriendsIn this engaging episode of the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast we meet Shannon Hale, author of the graphic novel trilogy memoir consisting of "Real Friends," "Best Friends," and "Friends Forever." Hale explains that her autobiographical books delve into the challenges she faced growing up, focusing on friendships and her struggle with undiagnosed anxiety and OCD. The trilogy covers different phases of her childhood, providing insights into the intricate dynamics of friendships during various stages. The audio version of "Best Friends" is celebrated as an innovative approach to sharing these stories, offering a unique opportunity for families to listen together and spark...2023-08-2026 min
Reading With Your Kids PodcastHow Does Our Food Grow?Brooke Jorden is on the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate her new #ChildrensBook How Does Our Food Grow? Brooke tells Jedlie and our guest co-host Anne O'Leary that she partnered with the UN organization Kitchen Connection to create a tool for parents to talk to their kids about food. The book grew out of the philosophy that talking to your kids about food (where it comes from, what it does in your body, etc.) will allow them to build a healthy relationship with food that will last a lifetime. The book shows children growing and eating many different fruits, vegetables...2023-08-0134 min
Reading With Your Kids PodcastLife Lessons From My DadKevin Martin is on the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate his new book, "All is Well." The book is both autobiographical and biographical, revolving around Kevin's father, who passed away from ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease) in 2019. Kevin shares how he coped with grief by keeping a journal, which eventually evolved into this heartwarming book about their close relationship, growing up in South Boston, and finding their best selves as a family. It's a story of faith, savoring life's moments, and fulfilling bucket list items, all with a focus on building legacy and living life to the fullest. Kevin's father was...2023-07-3030 min
Reading With Your Kids PodcastB Is For BananasCarrie Tillotson is on the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate her new #PictureBook B Is For Bananas. Carries tells Jedlie and Madison D'Aires that A is for Awake . . . but B is for Bedtime. When the narrator of this alphabet book tries to make it a bedtime book, Banana objects. Bedtime is BORING! And Banana is the star of this book, so it should really be called B Is for Bananas instead. It shouldn’t be about bedtime at all. This is a journey through all the letters of the alphabet about a banana who is NOT ready to go to bed...2023-06-2025 min
Reading With Your Kids PodcastThis Is The First Book I Will Read To YouFrancesco Sedita is on the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate his new #Childrens #PictureBook This Is The First Book I Will Read To You. Do you remember the first book you read to your kids?Maybe, maybe not. But Jedlie and Francesco are willing to bet you remember the feelings you had as you and your baby were transported to the soothing world of their story, sharing the special love of reading together for the first time. Click here to visit Francesco's website - https://www.francescosedita.com/books Click here to visit our website - ww...2023-05-2123 min
Reading With Your Kids PodcastA Different Kind Of Holden CaulfieldDavid Haynes is on the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate the re-release of his #YA #Novel Right By My Side. David tells Jedlie and co-host Cassandra Maisonet he is honored that this book has been named a Penquin Classic. In the novel we meet a different kind of Holden Caulfield in fifteen-year-old Marshall Field Finney, an ordinary, sullen teenager who discovers storytelling as a way to ease his adolescent anger and family tensions. Living with his parents in “Washington Park,” a housing development outside St. Louis, Missouri in the 1980s, his high-strung mother walks out on him and his father, a fl...2023-03-1825 min
That's Good ParentingHow Jedlie Took His Books From the Stage to Page to Make "Real Magic"Send us a textListen to today's episode, "How Jedlie Took His Books From the Stage to Page to Make "Real Magic” as Jed Doughtery a.k.a. "Jedlie" the host of the "Reading with Your Kids" podcast and Educational Magician shares how his time performing on stage led to his creation of his kids' book "Real Magic." In this episode hear:* How his background led to writing* How his stage experiences led to his book "muse"* A reading of his book, "Real Magic"* What he has learned in...2023-02-1331 min
Reading With Your Kids PodcastWorld Read Aloud DayJedlie, the host of the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast celebrates #WorldReadAloudDay 2023 by reading aloud two of his #PictureBooks, The Great Maritini and REAL Magic. The Great Maritini tells the story of Sam, a talented and somewhat clumsy magician who is known as The Great Maritini. Despite his many, hilarious on stage mistakes he is able to perform tremendous transformations. And then one day Sam discovers what the greatest transformation really is. If you want your kids to be kind and caring be sure they listen to this story. And they will want to listen to REAL Magic which is based on...2023-02-0120 min
Reading With Your Kids PodcastBooks By HorsebackEmma Carlson Berne is on the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate her inspiring #ChildrensBook Books By Horseback. Emma tells us this is simple story about the lengths that people will go to in support of literacy. Books By Horseback is a breathtaking adventure of a heroic Pack Horse Librarian who braves the harsh terrain of rural Kentucky to bring books to children who need them. During the Great Depression, food, education, and opportunities were scarce. Kentucky had fallen behind its neighboring states in electricity and highways, and the folks who lived in the craggy, mountainous, Appalachia region were struggling to s...2023-01-2328 min
Reading With Your Kids PodcastCelebrating Children's Books From Latin America!Enrique Moras is on the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate Syncretic Press, the independent publishing company of Spanish Language #ChildrensBooks. Enrique tells Jedlie and our cohost Stefani Davila that his company partners with great authors and illustrators from all around the world, with special emphasis on works created by authors from Spanish speaking countries. Their mission is to publish works that celebrate creativity, diversity and curiosity about others and the world. They work with teachers, children literature experts and artists to bring exciting books to the US. In addition to telling us about his publishing house Enrique shares his thoughts...2023-01-0734 min
Reading With Your Kids PodcastCold TurkeyKirsti Call returns to the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate her new #PictureBook Cold Turkey. Kirstie tells us this is an absurd-yet-heartwarming read-aloud that's perfect for Thanksgiving—or anytime you're feeling ch-ch-chilly! Jedlie and Kirsti agree that the turkey that is the star of this story is a generous, caring friend, very much unlike the wild turkeys that terrorize the streets of Massachusetts. Click here to visit Kirsti’s website - http://www.kirsticall.com/ Click here to visit our website – www.readingwithyourkids.com2022-12-1022 min
Reading With Your Kids PodcastWhere Do Pirates In Wheelchairs Go On Vacation?Author Kim Ann returns to the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate her 25th #ChildrensBook Where Do Pirates Go On Vacation? Kim tells us this story features a pirate who uses a wheelchair. Kim shares that her son uses a wheelchair and how her family has been able to help him integrate into different activities and settings. Kim hopes that seeing characters with differences will help kids be open to develop friendships with all kids. Jedlie also talks about a program he lead in the late '80's that gave kids with severe developmental disabilities opportunities to develop friendships with kids...2022-12-0327 min
Reading With Your Kids PodcastLive At The Boston Book Festival!Jedlie and Jordau Sahley venture out of the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast studios to attend the 2022 Boston Book Festival. The Boston Book Festival is an independent nonprofit group based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and the name of its main event. The nonprofit was founded in 2009 by Deborah Z Porter, and aims to "celebrate the power of words to stimulate, agitate, unite, delight, and inspire by holding year-round events culminating in an annual, free Festival that promotes a culture of reading and ideas and enhances the vibrancy of our city." While at the festival we had a chance to speak with Penny Noyce...2022-11-1630 min
Reading With Your Kids PodcastBelovedKory Henkel is on the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celeebrate Beloved, a beautiful #PictureBook based on a song written by recording artist Jordan Feliz. Kory is the Director of Marketing & Communication for Centricity Music, and the editor of Beloved. He tells us he never dreamed of editing a #ChildrenBook and relives the delightful way the idea came to life. Kory also gives us some insight in to the World of Christian music, some of the stars he is currently working with, and relives the night he was called off of a tour bus, suffering from pneumonia to meet our h...2022-11-0931 min
Reading With Your Kids PodcastHow To Connect With An AudienceAuthor and storyteller Bob Hartman returns to the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to clebrate the release of two books in his Clever Cub series, Clever Cub Learns To Share and Clever Cub Learns To Trust God. After celebrating the books Bob and Jedlie, who together have 60 or more years of combined experience entertaining audiences, share some fantastic tips about how best to connect with audiences. Click here to visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com2022-11-0333 min
Reading With Your Kids PodcastHelping Kids Get Smart With MoneyMike Chavez returns to the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to share some ways we can help our kids, and maybe ourselves, become more financially literate. Mike is the driving force behind the Fiances With Mike Youtube Channel. He is passionate about helping Veterans and their families get their finances in order and find the home of their dreams. Click here to visit Mike's Youtube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6H9DsX9EjyhaaRP5Q8VfeA Click here to see Uncle Mike read Jedlie's book REAL Magic - https://youtu.be/Vd33cHf6qA0 ...2022-11-0130 min
Reading With Your Kids PodcastThe Ele-Phone BookScott Gibala Broxholm is on the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate his delightful new #Children'sBook The Ele-Phone Book. Scott tells us this book was in some ways inspired by the old "telephone" game. In the book Mouse calls her friend Elephant to see if he can play. But he doesn't feel at all well. He may EVEN have . . . the dreaded ZOO FLU! So Mouse calls their friend Giraffe to tell her about Elephant. Giraffe calls another friend who calls another. But something is wrong with the phones and it's hard to hear what is said. So what each of his...2022-10-0529 min
Reading With Your Kids PodcastTwelve To Twenty Two#NYTimes #BestSelling Author Jen Calonita is on the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate her new #MiddleGrade #Novel 12 to 22. Jen tells us in this smart and funny modern day 13 Going on 30 a tween girl finds out it is like to be 22 when she jumps in time with the help of a mysterious TikTok filter. Turning 12 1/2 shouldn’t be the most exciting birthday in the world. It’s a half birthday after all. But Harper is thrilled because she is getting the biggest gift of all: her parent’s approval to finally get on social media. Except when she goes to post he...2022-09-1429 min
Reading With Your Kids PodcastTravel To The Land Of Fake BelieveLaurel Solorzano is on the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate her #MiddleGrade #Novel The Land Of Fake Believe. Jedlie and Laurel have a fun and wide ranging conversation about the book, about the original Grimm Fairy Tales and about virtual learning. Click here to visit Laurel's website - https://www.laurelsolorzano.com/happily-ever-after Click here to visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com2022-08-2624 min
Reading With Your Kids PodcastI Am An Amazing Asian Girl!One of our favorite guests Yobe Qiu returns to the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate her two new #ChildrensBooks I Am An Amazing Asian Girl and Asian Adventure, Delicious Asian Foods. Yobe tells us her amazing Asian girl book was inspired by her amazing daughter, then Jedlie & Yobe talk about their favorite Asian foods. Click here to visit Yobe's website - https://www.byyobeqiu.com/books Click here to visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com2022-07-2929 min
Reading With Your Kids PodcastCelebrating FreedomThis is a special replay of our award winning 2021 episode celebrating Juneteenth. Jedlie & Justina Thompson celebrate Juneteenth with Karyn Parsons, Dr Michael Waters, Malcolm Mitchell, Amanda Lynch & K Ibura. These amazing children's authors tell us what Juneteenth means to them, how they plan on celebrating this newly declared Federal holiday and why it is a holiday for all of us. Click here to visit Karyn Parson's website - https://www.sweetblackberry.org/ Click here to visit Dr Michael Waters website - https://michaelwwaters.com/ Click here to visit Malcolm Mitchell's website - https...2022-06-2041 min
Reading With Your Kids PodcastDouble Axel Or NothingAuthor, optometrist and competitive figure skater Anita Saxena is on the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate her debut #MiddleGrade #Novel Double Axel or Nothing. In this fascinating conversation Anita & Jedlie talk about friendhsip, the physics of figure skating, resliliency and whether or not very young girls should compete in the Olympics. Click here to visit Anita's website - https://www.anitasaxena.com/ Click here to visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com2022-04-0828 min
Reading With Your Kids PodcastSnail's ArkIrene Latham is on the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate her latest #PictureBook Snails Ark. This is a delightful retelling of a very familiar story from a very different perspective. Irene and Jedlie have a great conversation about what it must be like witnessing big events through small eyes. Click here to visit Irene's website - https://www.irenelatham.com/snails_ark.html Click here to visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com2022-03-1027 min
Reading With Your Kids PodcastThe Panther TalesDaniella Rushton is on the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate her new #YoungAdult #novel The Panther Tales. In this fun conversation Jedlie and Daniella talk about the book, faith, family and how we can help our kids discover the extraordinary gifts that lives inside them. Click here to visit Daniella's website - https://thepanthertales.com/ Click here to visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com2021-12-3028 min
The TufFish ShowChildren's book process from idea to book with Jed (Jedlie) DohertyWelcome Jed Doherty to the TufFish Show, a place to help writers and aspiring authors get out of their own way to leave a legacy by telling the stories they want to share through writing their own books and confidently sharing them with others. The writing process can be tough and the business side can feel scary, but TufFish makes both feel smoother and achievable.
Jed's passion to serve children has been the driver for all that he's done. During our chat, Jed shared the process he went through to take his children's book idea to an...2021-01-2635 min
A Podcast About SomethingA Podcast About Reading with your Kids (w/Jedlie)This is a special episode of A Podcast About Something. Kalvin is joined be Jedlie, the host of the Reading with your Kids podcast. Kalvin and Jedlie discuss a little bit of everything on this episode. We take time to discuss Boston sports and the MCU. We mainly focus on podcasting and great ways to interact with your kids. You can check out more from Jedlie on his podcast: Reading with your Kids. You can also visit his website jedlie.com and follow him on twitter @jedliemagic.
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First Class Fatherhood#29 Interview with Jedlie
Episode 29 Interview with Jedlie, Jed Doherty. Author of Real Magic and Host of the #1 Podcast Jedlie's Reading with your Kids!
Thank you for making First Class Fatherhood a #1 RANKED Podcast on Apple Podcasts Charts for Kids & Family! Every Day is Father’s Day First Class Fatherhood makes an excellent Free Father’s Day Gift for any Father Figure! Support - First Class Fatherhood - Please find this Episode as well as all the Best Podcasts from First Class Fatherhood Apple Podcast App - itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/first-class-fatherhood/id1356567877 Podcasts for Android - anchor.fm/alec-lace OverCast - overcast.fm/i...2018-04-1714 min
We Choose Respect PodcastHelping Kids Succeed - WCR ParentCast Starring Mira & Mark Halpert, Francie Healey & Dean RichardsonOn this episode of the We Choose Respect Parentcast we meet Mira and Mark Halpert. Many students with learning disabilities, ADHD and anxiety challenges learn differently and would benefit from a hands-on approach to learning and natural and effective methods to improve attention and reduce anxiety. They have developed a 7 step process to help parents to help their child to go from Stress to Outrageous Success -- which is also part of our book "The 3D Learner - From Stress to Outrageous Success for Your Child. Check Out 3D Learner Francie Healey, author of Eat...2016-11-1656 min
We Choose Respect PodcastZombie Rescue - WCR ParentCast Starring Dr David Henderson, Auugie & Chris HardyIts The Attack of the Teenage Zombie Episode, or perhaps more accurately, Rescuing Our Teenage Zombie Episode of the We Choose Respect ParentCast. Our guest is Dr David Henderson, author of the fabulous new book My Teenage Zombie, Rescuing the Undead Adolescent in Your Home. Dr Henderson tells us that Zombies are not just found in horror movies, sometimes they’re lying on your living room couch. These are undead adolescents whose psychological and social development have come to a screeching halt. Torn by their yearning for freedom and their fear of surviving the outside world, they have stalled in...2016-10-3147 min
We Choose Respect PodcastTravel the US in an RV w/ 9 Kids - WCR ParentCast Starring Michael & Meghan Knorpp & Eddy MannMichael and Meghan Knorpp have got to be the most unique guests we have ever had on the We Choose Respect ParentCast. They decided to pack up their RV and start traveling around the US, with their NINE kids!!! You are going to love hearing about their adventures, and misadventures, and all of the love their family is sharing. Share the Adventure @ Knorppandsouth.com And to celebrate that Love we asked our good friend Eddy Mann to share his song Love is Splediferous Discover All of Eddy Mann's Great Music Jedlie...2016-10-2841 min
We Choose Respect PodcastExplore EFT - WCR ParentCast Starring Dr Dawson Church, VeegMama Stephanie Dreyer & Chris HardyDawson Church, PhD, is an award-winning author whose best-selling book, The Genie in Your Genes, has been hailed as a breakthrough in the field of epigenetics. Dawson has published numerous scientific papers, with a focus on the remarkable self-healing mechanisms now emerging at the intersection of emotion and gene expression. He applies these breakthroughs to health and athletic performance through EFTUniverse.com, which is one of the largest alternative medicine sites on the web. Explore The EFT Universe We are also joined by two of our favorite guests. VeegMama Stephanie Dreyer is here...2016-10-2645 min
We Choose Respect PodcastDawn Returns - WCR ParentCast Starring Dawn Dais & Ed Roman The We Choose Respect ParentCast is happy to welcome back author Dawn Dais. Her two previous books, The Sh!t No One Tells You, The Sh!t No One Tells You About Toddlers, and The Nonrunner's Marathon Guide for Women have topped Amazon.com best-seller lists. Her uniquely sarcastic yet inspiring tone has entertained thousands. Dawn's returns to introduce us to her most recent book The Sh!t No One Tells You About Baby #2. It is a funny and informational book that covers all a parent needs to know to once the reality of having two young children settles in. Chec...2016-10-2441 min
We Choose Respect PodcastWe Choose Respect ParentCast Starring Ed RomanThis is a record breaking episode of the We Choose Respect ParentCast. In this episode we meet Ed Roman. Ed Roman is an Award-winning singer/songwriter, performer and multi-instrumentalist from Shelburne, Ontario, Canada. Blurring the lines between pop, rock, folk, and country music genres, Ed’s uniquely crafted songs have received regular rotation on more than 100 terrestrial radio stations across North America and more than 400 stations, worldwide. Recently, this Top 100 MTV.com and #1 Reverbnation artist traveled to Jamaica to deliver much-needed humanitarian aid to the island, while shooting the music video for “Jamaica.” Ed is also a Heart Songs for Ve...2016-10-211h 05
We Choose Respect PodcastLets Get PopSy - We Choose Respect ParentCast Starring Marie McLeod & Ed RomanThis is the PopSy edition of the ParentCast. What is the world is PopSy you ask? Popsy.com.au is the fascinating web site developed by Marie McLeod. PoPsy exists to teach practical positive psychology to parents, educators and organisations, so that they can learn, live and embed the evidence based strategies for flourishing. Be sure to visit the Popsy web site Our musical guest today is Ed Roman. Ed will be a featured guest on a future episode of the ParentCast. Check Out Ed Roman's web site Get Y...2016-10-1750 min
We Choose Respect PodcastCalling Super Jonny - WCR ParentCast Starring Simone Colwill and Chris HardySuper empowering episode of the ParentCast. We visit with Simone Colwill, the author of What Does Super Jonny Do When Mom Gets Sick? His Mom is sick. How can he help? Join Jonny and Bear as they go to the hospital to investigate. LEARN who the staff working in the hospital are and what they do. DISCOVER Jonny's secret weapon. BECOME EMPOWERED to offer practical help to a sick person. Visit Simone's Website We are also celebrating that our buddy Chris Hardy and his wife Victoria weathered Hurricane Matthew. Chris has been a part of...2016-10-1436 min
We Choose Respect PodcastDaddy Braid My Hair - WCR ParentCast Starring Tola Okogqu, VeegMama Stephanie Dreyer & MariI LOVE this episode of the WCR ParentCast. Our featured guest is Tola Okogwu, author of a beautiful new children's book series called Daddy Braid My Hair. She is also founder of the hair and beauty blog, My Long Hair Journey (MLHJ). Tola holds a Bachelor’s degree in journalism and has written for several beauty publications including Black Beauty and Hair Magazine. An avid reader, Tola enjoys spending time with her family and friends around her home in Kent where she lives with her husband and daughter. ‘Daddy Do My Hair? Beth’s Twists’ is Tola’s first ch...2016-10-1250 min
We Choose Respect PodcastMake Your Dreams A Reality - WCR ParentCast Starring Filip Valica, Mike Veny & Dean RichardsonToday we welcome a fellow podcaster to the ParentCast. Filip Valica is the host of and driving force behind The Product Start Up web site and podcast. Filip is a mechanical engineer who is passionate about helping others make their dreams a reality. Visit The Product Startup Our friend Mike Veny is back with important advice for both kids and parents to share with their kids. More Wisdom From Mike Veny @ Transforming Stigma And our musical guest is our friend from Maine Dean Richardson. Please Visit Dean's CD Baby...2016-10-1044 min
We Choose Respect PodcastMore & More Chocolate WCR ParentCast Starring Dr Roger Lucas, VeegMama Stephanie Dreyer & Anna NuzzoThis week we are concluding our look at Dr Roger Lucas' ground breaking book More Chocolate, No Cavities. Visit The Dentist Dad Website Our friend VeegMama Stephanie Dreyer is back with another amazing recipe. More Recipes At VeegMama.com And we welcome a new member of the ParentCast family, national Catholic recording artist Anna Nuzzo. Anna recently discussed her decision to focus her talents on creating beautiful faith based music for a series of interviews produced for folks who see my live, Gospel magic shows. Her voice is a true gift...2016-10-0539 min
We Choose Respect PodcastGet Out Of The Dumpster - WCR ParentCast Starring Dr Reggie Padin & Eddie MannLife can be tough. We have so many challenges, bills, worries about our kids. Sometimes we can feel like we are looking at the world from the bottom of a dumpster. Dr Reggie Padin literally found himself in that position. He pulled himself out of that dumpster and went on to become an internationally sought after consultant and speaker. He is here to motivate you to pull yourself out of what ever dumpster life may have dropped you into. Start Your Journey Out Of The Dumpster At Dr Reggie's Web Site Our musical guest is...2016-10-0341 min
We Choose Respect PodcastDog Is Good - WCR ParentCast Starring Gila Kurtz & Musical Guest Chris HardyThis is the Dog is Good episode of the We Choose Respect ParentCast. Our featured guest is Gila Kurtz, the founder and driving force behind the Dog is Good lifestyle brand. She is also the author of the book Fur Covered Wisdom where she shares some of the secrets of life that were revealed to her through her furry friends. Be sure to visit Dog Is Good Our musical guest is our friend Chris Hardy and his song Space Cats. Check out all the cool cats at Chris Hardy World Check...2016-09-3039 min
We Choose Respect PodcastEscape From Anxiety - WCR ParentCast Starring Peggy Sealfon & JessLeeThis is the Escape From Anxiety edition of the We Choose Respect ParentCast. Our featured guest is Peggy Sealfon, author of the book Escape From Anxiety. Peggy tells us her life story, how she was able to escape the clutches of the anxiety that was ruining her life and learn to live happily. Find Out More By Visiting Peggy's Web Site We are also joined by our most popular guest ever, up and coming country star JessLee. Many people who now JessLee now will be surprised to hear that she struggled with weight and body...2016-09-2654 min
We Choose Respect PodcastYou Can Succeed - We Choose Respect ParentCast Starring Marc Hoberman & Chris HardyThe author of Search & Seizure, Marc Hoberman is here to tell his inspiring life story. Marc tells us "The things in life that help us become successful and fulfilled can be based upon both positive and negative experiences. Our friends, family, colleagues, and personal decisions all assist us in becoming the people we see in the mirror each morning." Marc is also the founder is driving force behind Grade Success, a web site and service that is helping kids everywhere to achieve success. Be Sure To Visit www.gradesuccess.com Our musical guest today is...2016-09-1641 min
We Choose Respect PodcastRipped From The Headlines - We Choose Respect ParentCast Starring Ziad Hamzeh, Dhruv Bali & Jonas WoodsThis is a powerful episode of the ParentCast. Internationally acclaimed writer, director and rpoducer Ziad Hamzeh joins us to talk about his latest project The Flower of Aleppo. This is an incredibly compelling story about a Tunisian woman struggling to hold on to the remains of her broken family when her son gets ensnared in ISIS. This story is based on real life events happening to families throughout the Middle east and throughout the World. This is a discussion that is going to challenge you to look at events from every angle, and to have empathy for all victims...2016-09-141h 01
We Choose Respect PodcastLeading You Out Of Darkness - We Choose Respect ParentCast Starring Max Ivey & Musical Guest MariThis is a fun interview. Today we meet Max Ivey. He grew up in a family of carnival owners. All he ever wanted to do was to continue in his father’s and grandfather’s footsteps and be part of the family business. As you might guess, that didn't happen. I did help in the business over the years, but couldn’t sustain it after the early death of his father. Max then turned to helping people sell their amusement equipment by starting The Midway Marketplace web site. Max started blogging to promote that site and me...2016-09-0750 min
We Choose Respect PodcastMusic Moves Awareness - We Choose Respect ParentCast Starring Barby Ingle, Ken Taylor & iPainIn this episode of the We Choose Respect ParentCast we meet the President of the International Pain Foundation Barbie Ingle and her husband Ken Taylor. Barbie is one of the millions of people world wide who suffer from chronic pain. She is here with her husband to talk about chronic pain and how we can support individuals who are suffering from it. They are also here to tell us about a very exciting program they are launching called Music Moves Awareness. Our musical guest is the artist known as iPain, singing Hope Is True, the anthem that is launching...2016-09-0237 min
We Choose Respect PodcastDevelop Healthy Life Styles - We Choose Respect ParentCast Starring Dr Kelly Baez, VeegMama Stephanie Dreyer & Chris HardyDr Kelly Baez is known as the FitShrink and she wants to change the way you think about health. She wants to know, How many diets have you tried? How many times have you gotten the latest exercise video, or joined a gym, only to realize that at the end of the day you are too tired and too busy? She knows because she has been there too. And she wants to share what she learned on her journey with you. And she is here to tell us the secret: it's not about finding the...2016-08-3130 min
We Choose Respect PodcastWe Choose Respect ParentCast Starring Richard Lynch & Pam LobleyNot sure if I should call this episode "Why Can't We Just Play?" in honor of our guest Pam Lobley's wonderful book, or if I should call it "Oh boy can that guy play" in honor of our guest Richard Lynch's amazing talents. Either way, this is sure to be an episode of the We Choose Respect ParentCast that you don't want to miss!!! And if that is not enough you will also hear about my great tour of the South with my daughter Alejandra and my Italian daughter Chiara!!! Be sure to check out Richard Lynch's...2016-08-2951 min
We Choose Respect PodcastYour Body Is Amazing - We Choose Respect ParentCast Starring Marla Mervis Hartman with Musical Guest iPainOn today ParentCast we meet Marla Mervis Hartman. Marla is dedicated to empowering others to heal themselves spiritually, physically and emotionally. As a Living Light Reiki Master for over 10 years, Marla enthusiastically practices and teaches Reiki. In addition to reiki, she leads women’s tantra classes and teaches yoga. She works on staff at Rehab Journey Malibu bringing reiki, meditation, yoga and massage to the clients. She joins us today to talk about ways we can help our kids, and ourselves, have a positive body image. Visit Marla's Web Site Our musical guest today is iP...2016-08-2646 min
We Choose Respect PodcastAchieve - We Choose Respect ParentCast Starring Dr Chris Friesen & Musical Guest Chris HardyIn this episode of the ParentCast we meet Dr. Chris Friesen, Ph.D. He is a psychologist who has always been fascinated by what makes people successful. He is a licensed clinical, forensic, and neuropsychologist that now primarily helps professional, national/Olympic, and up-and-coming elite athletes, as well as other high achievers such as professionals, entrepreneurs, executives, academics, and writers, achieve their personal and professional potential. He has just published a great book called Acheive to help people reach their full potential. Visit Dr Chris On The Web Our musical guest is our friend Chris...2016-08-2251 min
We Choose Respect PodcastStop The Stress - We Choose Respect ParentCast Starring Dr Mary Wingo & iPainStress. It is one of the biggest health risks facing most people living in the US and other Western Countries. Mary Wingo has dedicated her life to studying the effects of the human stress response and to find ways for us to lessen our stress. For More Information Visit Mary Wingo's Web Site We have something a bit different in our musical guest spot. An artist who is going by the name of iPain is here to sing her song Hope Is True. This song and the Music Moves Awareness movement is dedicating to bringing...2016-08-1948 min
We Choose Respect PodcastEat A Rainbow - We Choose Respect ParentCast Starring Kathryn Kemp Guylay & Musical Guest Chris HardyAre you a parent or teacher hoping to encourage children to eat more veggies and fruits? Want to support healthy eating messages in a fun, educational and positive way? Looking for great educational messaging with peer-to-peer messaging? Then you will absolutely want to check out our featured guest Kathryn Kemp Guylay and her great new book Give It a Go, Eat a Rainbow. This is a wonderful book that uses charming illustrations by 12-year old Alexander Guylay combined with real-life photography and simple rhymes by award winning nutrition educator Kathryn Kemp Guylay. Check Out Kathryn's Fabulous Web...2016-08-1738 min
We Choose Respect PodcastWhy Can't We Just Play - We Choose Respect ParentCast Starring Eddy Mann & Pam LobleyTwo great guests join us on the We Choose Respect ParentCast today. Our featured guest is Eddy Mann. Eddy is a musician, songwriter, worship leader, teacher, speaker, coach, husband, and father... whether you know him as one or more of these people, you know his heart; you know his love for life. Though his past has been playful and colorful at times, it also has been constant in its vision. It's always been a vision of hope, peace and understanding through the eyes of a loving heart. Find Great Music @ www.eddymann.com ...2016-08-1553 min
We Choose Respect PodcastWe Are Going To Stop Bullying - We Choose Respect ParentCast Starring Andi KatsinaSo excited to welcome my new friend Andi Katsina to the We Choose Respect ParentCast. Andi is committed to working with me, and you, and your kids, to end bullying forever. She has written an amazing book that is making a difference in kids' lives, Phat Girl & The Snakara Parasite. Turning the traditional approach to bully situations on its head, this gritty dark fantasy tale follows a girl bullied to the edge of suicide, as she successfully etches out a journey of personal growth from a place of extreme despair. Her visits to an alternate world, a reflection of...2016-08-1249 min
We Choose Respect PodcastClean Up Your Social Media - We Choose Respect ParentCast Starring Anthony CouchIf you are like me you have been telling your kids over and over to be aware that everything they post online is public and is there forever. Anthony Couch is an incredibly talented guy who has created a way for us to examine our social media presence with a new service called socache. Anthony found early success in entrepreneurship when the first startup, The Concealed Carry Co. he founded was acquired within its first year of operation, in June of 2014. Anthony didn’t stop there, he next Co-Founded GetSuitable, Inc., a Cincinnati-based technology company, in 2015. Anthony has taken on...2016-08-1044 min
We Choose Respect PodcastOur Most Popular Episode Ever - We Choose respect ParentCast Starring JessLee & Coach NachiWho would have thought that in the first fourteen months of the ParentCast our most popular episode ever would star up and coming country music star JessLee and Up and Coming mentor Coach Nachi, the inspiration behind Live Like You Now! Check out the episode that blew away all of our download records! Check Out jessleemusic.com Learn To Live Like You Now With Coach Nachi Music, Magic & Inspiration - Bring Jedlie To Your Community2016-08-0852 min
We Choose Respect PodcastWe Choose Respect ParentCast Starring VeegMama Stephanie DreyerStephanie Dreyer, VeegMama, has been the guest that has appeared most often on the ParentCast. Stephanie is passionate about introducing people to great tasting plant based foods. In this episode, her first visit to the ParentCast, Stephanie talks about her children's book Not A Nugget. Please Visit www.veegmama.com You Can Earn Thousands For Your School Hosting Jedlie's Totally Interactive, Fun & Amazing Extravaganza2016-08-0550 min
We Choose Respect PodcastIt's A Whimsical World - We Choose Respect ParentCast Starring Sheri FinkThis is a look back at our first interview with one of our favorite guests, Sheri Fink. Sheri Fink is an inspirational speaker, a #1 best-selling, award-winning author, and the creator of “The Whimsical World of Sheri Fink” inspirational brand. She creates books, products, and experiences that inspire and delight kids of all ages while planting seeds of self-esteem. All 5 of her children’s books were #1 best-sellers, including The Little Rose which was a #1 Amazon Best-seller for over 60 weeks, became the #1 Top-Rated Children’s eBook on Amazon, and was adapted into a stage play. Sheri has expanded...2016-08-0341 min
We Choose Respect PodcastICYMI - We Choose Respect ParentCast Starring Evita OchelleEvita Ochelle is one of our absolute favorite guests. Evita is an author, speaker, visionary, entrepreneur, holistic nutritionist, yoga and meditation teacher, and web TV host. In this classic episode Evita talks about the 5 Pillars of Optimal Health. Be Sure To Visit www.evitaochel.com Bring Jedlie To Your Community This Year www.jedlie.com2016-07-2946 min
We Choose Respect PodcastExperience Blissful Parenting - We Choose Respect ParentCast Starring Sharon Ballantine & Amanda VernonIn this episode of the ParentCast we meet Sharon Ballantine, author of the book the Art of Blissful Parenting. This book is for every parent that wants to have a powerful bond with their kids. Parents have the opportunity for newfound freedom and joy when they teach their children about their Internal Guidance System. Tools and guidance are offered in this book for exacting the art of blissful parenting by practicing alignment. It's fun and easy to work with the Universe and a short lesson in the Law of Attraction is part of this script. Parents-live and...2016-07-2038 min
We Choose Respect PodcastAttached At The Heart - We Choose Respect ParentCast Starring Lysa Parker & Musical Guest Eddy MannOur featured guest today is author Lysa Parker. Lysa is the co author of the book Attached at the Heart. This book offers readers practical parenting advice for the modern age. In its most basic form, "attachment parenting" is instinctive. A crying baby is comforted and kept close to parents for protection. If hungry, he or she is breastfed. And while it is understood that there is no such thing as perfect parenting, research suggests that there is a strong correlation between a heightened sense of respect, empathy, and affection in those children raised the "attachment parenting" way. 2016-07-1843 min
We Choose Respect PodcastGet Real - We Choose Respect ParentCast Starring Damon Daril Nailer, VeegMama Stephanie Dreyer & Chris HardyOh what a show we have for you today. Question, What do you get when you combine passion and God-given skill- none other than the artist DaRil. "Multifaceted", "passionate", and "skilled" are just a few words to describe him. A New Orleans native, Damon "DaRil" Nailer serves as a prolific entertainer, creative songwriter, recording artist, author, motivational speaker, and talk show host. Check Out Daril.org Here's another question, who can we turn to for great, totally interactive recipes? Our friend VeegMama Stephanie Dreyer of course. Get On Over To www.veegmama.com2016-07-1550 min
We Choose Respect PodcastWe Choose Respect ParentCast Starring Dr Maxine Starr and Musical Guest Sarah KervinGreat parentcast with Dr Maxine Starr of Sunflower Therapies. In this epsiode of the ParentCast we talk about relationships, how we can help support our kids as they form healthy relationships and what we should be aware of that might indicate that a relationship could be unhealthy. Connect with Dr Maxine on Facebook We are also joined by a great musical guest Sarah Kervin. Sarah is bringing her great talents to the Boston area on July 17. Check Out Sarah Kervin's Great Web Site The best school assemblies ever - www.jedlie...2016-07-1341 min
We Choose Respect PodcastWe Choose Respect ParentCast Starring Cindy Collick, Darla Noble & Musical Guest JessLeeGreat Episode. Counselor Cindy Collick is a qualified Person-Centred Counsellor and experienced Play Therapist, who is committed to providing counselling in a safe, confidential and non-judgemental environment. She works individually with both adults and children on an open-ended basis or for an agreed time period with the aim of enabling you to enhance your life and to live it more fully. Visit Counselor Cindy's Web Site We are also joined by blogger extrodinaire Darla Noble, creator of the Because Momma D Says blog where she dished good old fashioned wisdom. Find...2016-07-1156 min
We Choose Respect PodcastFamily Fun Friday - We Choose Respect ParentCast Starring Adonis Lenzy, VeegMama Stephanie Dreyer & Chris HardyIt's time for another Family Fun Friday edition of the We Choose Respect Worldwide ParentCast. Our featured guest is Adonis Lenzy. Adonis Lenzy is an author, speaker, and pastor who enjoys speaking to people from all walks and stages of life, inspiring them to live the life they have imagined by going after their dreams. He has developed a unique style of communicating in creative, illustrative and humorous ways to his audiences. With ingenuity he crosses all ethnic, denominational and cultural barriers. You are going to love his positive message and his energy. Get Ready...2016-07-0846 min
We Choose Respect PodcastWe Choose Respect ParentCast Starring Jessica McIntyre, Jean C West & Chasing The LightJessica McIntyre is a Los Angeles based therapist dedicated to being a caring professional. She has helped those who feel they have lost their way or lost their professional edge and simply need the the support of a knowledgeable therapist who first relates by careful listening and then helps with the applicable counseling. Check Out Jessica's Web Site We are also joined by the author of Saying Goodbye: My Spiritual Journey through Death and Dying. Jean C West dares to face the basic reality that so much of modern culture strains itself to deny: everyone...2016-07-0656 min
We Choose Respect PodcastOn The Trail To Cha Cha Muchos - We Choose Respect ParentCast Starring Geoffrey McSkimming, MARi & VeegMama Stephanie DreyerWow, this is a star studded Family Fin Friday Edition of the We Choose Respect ParentCast. Our first guest is one of our favorite authors, Geoffrey McSkimming. Geoffrey is here to announce the rerelease of his Cairo Jim series of books on the Kindle Platform. The first to be released is Cairo Jim on the Trail to Cha Cha Muchos. Legend has it that somewhere in Peru, atop a towering, jungle-covered mountain, stand the ruins of ChaCha Muchos, the Lost City of the Dancers. What happened there nearly five hundred years ago remains a mystery. Who were these people...2016-07-011h 06
We Choose Respect PodcastThe Kid Whisperer - We Choose Respect ParentCast Starring Gretchen Downey with Musical Guest MegaWeaponToday on the ParentCast we meet Gretchen Downey. Gretchen Downey is a prevention specialist in children and adult health, author, transformational coach and parent. Having worked professionally for over 25 years with hundreds of thousands of children, teens and families in the areas of substance abuse, mindful awareness education, nutrition, eating disorders, physical/emotional/social health education, applied neuroscience and program development, she has seen what works and what doesn’t regarding children’s well-being. She is here to share information unlike anything that you’ve ever received before – information that she knows will help you in every aspect of yours an...2016-06-2939 min
We Choose Respect PodcastAmazing Itty Bitty We Choose Respect ParentCast Starring Christine Alisa & Musical Guest MARiToday on the ParentCast we meet Chrstine Alisa, author of Your Amazing Itty Bitty Communicating with Your Teenager Book. When their child reaches teenage years many parents struggle with adjusting to the new changes in their son or daughter. To say the least, communication becomes difficult. This book gives strategies to help parents feel more equipped for the task of navigating those years. Visit Christine's Web Site Our musical guest today is the up and coming pop singer MARi! Check out all of MARi's Music For The Best School Assembly Ever...2016-06-2742 min
We Choose Respect PodcastHummus, Dragons & Smiles - We Choose Respect ParentCastIt is another jammed packed Family Fun Friday edition of the We Choose Respect ParentCast. We first meet Kevin Kessler, a true modern day renaissance man. A former pro wrestler, a current podcaster and podcast network owner and the author of Rosinanti. The Rosinanti Dragons are no more. Since their extinction nearly one thousand years ago these primal powerhouses have fallen into the obscurity of history’s forgotten lore. In that time, humans have come to dominate the world of Terra, peacefully ignorant to one horrifying truth: that ancient evil stirs around them, waiting to reclaim its lost world. It...2016-06-241h 01
We Choose Respect PodcastThe Shattering - We Choose Respect ParentCast Starring Marsha Barth & Musical Guest Kim KrenikIn this episode of the ParentCast we meet Marty Barth, author of the book The Shattering. The Shattering is a novel based on the true life story of abuse that Marty experienced growing up. Marsha Lynn Barth (Marty) an inspirational speaker for 20 years, has spoken at various retreats and conferences. She has DJ'd on Christian radio and is actively involved in prison ministry. A business woman by profession for 26 years, she runs the family business with her husband Mike in Pennsylvania. She is the mother of two children, and has five grandsons. Find The Shattering Here 2016-06-2252 min
We Choose Respect PodcastYour Body Is A Miracle - We Choose Respect ParentCast Starring Jennifer Schmid & Musical Guest MARiToday's featured guest is Jennifer Schmid, MSN, RN, CNL. Jennifer believes your body is a miracle. You can put it through hell, feed it terribly or suffer long-term disease, and it will bounce back full of life and energy again – simply with the right tools. Jennifer and her team at Oasis Wellness have created a system that will do just that. At Oasis, they believe healing for good is possible. They have watched too many people suffer and not be able to live their lives freely and to the fullest because they just didn’t have the info...2016-06-2036 min
We Choose Respect PodcastFamily Fun Friday - The We Choose Respect ParentCast Starring TJ Leonard, Veeg Mama, Peter & Ellen Jarret & Chris HardyI think this is one of the all time greatest Family Fun Friday episodes we have published. It certainly is jammed packed with great guests and music. Our featured guest is up and coming country music star T J Leonard from Stockholm, Sweden. You are going to love TJ's music, but you are also going to love TJ. He is a real, down to earth parent who has his priorities in the right place. Get TJ's New Music Here Veeg Mama Stephanie Dreyer is here with her classic Soba Noodle Recipe. Please visit...2016-06-1756 min
We Choose Respect PodcastDyslexic & Unstoppable - We Choose Respect ParentCast Starring Lucie & Doug Curtis with Richard LynchIn this episode of the We Choose Respect ParentCast we meet Doug and Luccie Curtis, authors of the book Dyslexic and Unstoppable, who help us explore dyslexia. One of the first things we discover is that kids with dyslexia think and learn differently. This posses a problem in schools because most classroom teachers do not have the training and resources to help these kids learn in a way that is natural for them. It is a fascinating look into this often misunderstood topic. First Lucie & Doug's Web Site, The First Place To Go To Help Your Dyslexic...2016-06-1545 min
We Choose Respect PodcastHow To Connect With Your iTeen - We Choose Respect ParentCast Starring Susan Shaffer & MariToday's Parentcast is a continuation of a past show discussing how we can better connect with our kids, especially our teens. Susan Shafffer is the co author of the book How To Connect with Your Iteen. How To Connect With Your iTeen is the lifeline every Twenty-First century parent or educator needs. This realistic guide shows adults how to reopen communication with “silent” teenage boys and cut through the drama of teenage girls. Written in clear, straightforward language, it offers successful techniques for navigating everything from socially complex issues surrounding sexting and bullying to such everyday challenges around school and...2016-06-1348 min
We Choose Respect PodcastHow To Become A Successful Actor - We Choose Respect ParentCast Starring Aaron Marcus, VeegMama & Chris HardyAaron Marcus has been a full-time actor and commercial model for over 3 decades. He has been cast in over 1,200 TV and radio commercials, corporate films, feature films, television and print ads. Along with Aaron’s acting and modeling work, he is also America’s Premier Acting and Commercial Modeling Career Coach. In 1984, Aaron was a full-time college student when he began working as an actor and commercial model on a part-time basis. Without knowing anything about or anybody in the industry, Aaron had to teach himself how to succeed as an actor and commercial model completely on his own...2016-06-1055 min
We Choose Respect PodcastHow Do I Tell The Kids - We Choose Respect ParentCast Starring Rosalind Secada & Trevor HagerThis episode of the We Choose Respect Parentcast is very important as today we will be discussing the sad realities of divorce. People go through a lot of trouble and embarrassment during this period and we will discuss more civilized way to deal with divorce and how to be together without hurting each other and your family. Our featured guest today is Rosalind Sedacca, a certified Divorce coach who will share with us more pleasant ways to deal with the pain of divorce and how we can learn to continue to parent together and to be respectful to one...2016-06-0851 min
We Choose Respect PodcastBeat Depression, Stay Healthy, Live Longer - We Choose Respect ParentCast Starring Dr Gary Moak & Richard LynchClinical depression is a serious medical illness that not only can turn a happy retirement into a time of misery, but also leads to a wide range of health problems. Depression increases the rate of disease such as stroke, heart disease, and Alzheimer’s disease and worsens the course of others such as diabetes, chronic lung disease, and cancer. It also contributes to avoidable disability and premature death. Beat Depression to Stay Healthier and Live Longer alerts readers to this untold story. It challenges beliefs that depression is normal in old age because old age is depressing, in...2016-06-0645 min
We Choose Respect PodcastGreat Reason To Love Chocolate - We Choose Respect ParentCast Starring Birgitte Rasine, Jennifer Schmid & Chris HardyBirgitte Rasine is an award-winning author, journalist, producer, and entrepreneur whose work marries sustainability with storytelling, mobile apps with print books, and art with technology. She is the author of numerous literary works and articles, and has spoken on topics ranging from media to sustainability on three continents. If you liked "The Golden Compass" and "The Chronicles of Narnia," be prepared to fall in love with mythic fantasy all over again. The Jaguar and the Cacao Tree pulls you into a mesmerizing world that blurs the lines between science, mythology,and the hidden magic of nature most adults find...2016-06-0350 min
We Choose Respect PodcastWhat You Must Know Aboiut Human Trafficing - The We Choose respect ParentCast Starring Nancy Hartwell & TJ LeonardIt is hard to believe, but our guest today, author Nancy hartwell, tells us there are over 60 million human beings today caught up in human trafficing, sentenced to live a life of slavery. This is an outrageous and disturbing reality that we must not turn away from. To Learn More Please Visit Nancy's website We are also joined by up and coming country music star TJ Leonard. T J will be a featured guest in an upcoming show. Today we get to hear TJ's song The River. Connect with TJ Leonard on Facebook2016-06-0147 min
We Choose Respect PodcastHow To Prevent Teen Suicide - The We Choose Respect ParentCast Starring Nancy Virden & The Jo Petty BandIn this episode of the We Choose Respect ParentCast we meet Nancy Virden, a suicide attempt survivor who is passionate about sharing hope with those in emotional pain. Diagnosed with Major Depression Recurrent in 2005, and closely related to people with the same disease, Nancy has been on two intense sides of the spectrum as the patient and as a key support. Her goal is, through the telling of her story, to encourage those who struggle with depression or despair, and to help supports be effective without becoming overwhelmed. Nancy is also an author, a Mental Health and Re...2016-05-3049 min
We Choose Respect PodcastTrouble At The Art Museum! - The We Choose Respect ParentCast Starring Bridgette Alexander with VeegMama Stephanie Dreyer & Chris HardyIt's time for another Family Fun Friday Edition of the ParentCast/ Today our feautred guest is Bridgette Alexander, author of Southern Gothic: A Celine Caldwell Mystery. This book series helps in getting kids excited about going to art museums, especially given defunding of art education in our schools; the book and series also introduces and explores the often rarified world of art, including museums, auction houses, galleries; and individuals such as art collectors and patrons; the series will engage and inspire kids to reach beyond their boundaries to discover new worlds and in a lot of cases with Celine...2016-05-2753 min
We Choose Respect PodcastWe Choose Respect ParentCast Starring Lance Allred, Veeg Mama Stephanie Dreyer & Chris HardyIn this Family fun Friday edition of the We Choose Respect ParentCast we meet Lance Allred. Lance Allred is Deaf, with a 75–80% hearing loss. He is the first legally Deaf player in National Basketball Association (NBA) history. He is also the author of Longshot: The Adventures of a Deaf Fundamentalist Mormon Kid and His Journey to the NBA, his memoir/autobiography published by Harper Collins. The book was critically acclaimed and featured in several sports publications.[4] In summer 2015, Allred retired from professional basketball, after a successful 10-year career around the world, established his own company, L Squared Productions LLC an...2016-05-2055 min
We Choose Respect PodcastWe Choose Respect ParentCast Starring Linda Perlman GordonIn this episode of the We Choose Respect ParentCast we meet Linda Pearlman Gordon. Linda is the author of How To Connect With Your iTeen. This book is the lifeline every Twenty-First century parent or educator needs. This realistic guide shows adults how to reopen communication with “silent” teenage boys and cut through the drama of teenage girls. Written in clear, straightforward language, it offers successful techniques for navigating everything from socially complex issues surrounding sexting and bullying to such everyday challenges around school and homework. Click here to connect with "How To Connect with your iTeen" 2016-05-1854 min
We Choose Respect PodcastWe Choose Respect ParentCast Starring JessLee & Coach NachiFind out why this is our most popular episode to date!!! In this family fun episode of the We Choose Respect ParentCast we celebrate young people. Jedlie begins the show by sharing fun moments from a recent performance. We then have a chance to meet two incredibly talented young adults. Our featured guest is up and coming country music artist JessLee. We have featured JessLee in our musical guest spot in the past. Today we delve deeper into JessLee's personal story, discovering how she overcame body image issues, learn helathy eating and exercise habits and what it is like...2016-05-1758 min
We Choose Respect PodcastWe Choose Respect ParentCast Starring Akilah Thompson & Musical Guest Helga KaeferThis episode of the We Choose Respect ParentCast features Akilah Thompson. Akilah is the Founder & Lead Coach of I AM BEAUTY. She is passionate about helping participants fall in love with themselves to discover their passions and purpose and reach their fullest potential. She coaches with rigor, compassion , love and her commitment to using her light to light others. As a teenager and young adult, Akilah experienced low self-esteem, colorism, bullying, physical abuse , suicidal ideation and molestation. She was fortunate to have the support of women who mentored and allowed her to realize that her past did not have...2016-05-1640 min
We Choose Respect PodcastWe Choose Respect ParentCast Starring Lucy Ravitch, VeegMama Stephanie Dreyer & Musical Guest Blue Moon HaremOn this episode of the We Choose Respect ParentCast we meet Lucy Ravitch. Lucy is the author of the book The Pancake Menu. Want your kids to have a fun educational experience while they play? This fun and interactive book does just that as kids play restaurant! There's the option of bringing it to life using the tasty pancake recipes. Kids and their teachers or parents print play money and order sheets from kidsmenubooks.com to play with! Kids ages 4-10 are sure to have hours of fun! Children as young as 2 enjoy pretending with the book too! With...2016-05-1350 min
We Choose Respect PodcastWe Choose Respect ParentCast Starring Dean Brian Schriner & Musical Guest Melanie DevaneyOn this episode of the We Choose Respect ParentCast we meet Brian Schriner. Brian has over 25 years of higher education teaching and transformative experience, and is Dean of the Florida International University College of Architecture + The Arts (CARTA). Under Brians leadership and the faculty members expertise, the Colleges academic programs have ascended to national prominence with a united mission to deploy the power of architecture + the arts to engage the global corporate community to create, innovate, and inspire solutions to social, economic, and environmental problems locally, nationally and internationally. CARTA has emerged as a forward-thinking college that...2016-05-1145 min
We Choose Respect PodcastWe Choose Respect ParentCast Starring Kevin Hall & Musical Guest Kim KrenikToday on the We Choose Respect ParentCast we welcome Kevin Hall, author of Black Sails, White Rabbits, Cancer Was The Easy Part. Young sailor and aspiring Olympic competitor Kevin A. Hall's biggest dream was to raise a family. But within the space of three years, he was diagnosed with both testicular cancer and bipolar disorder, putting his family and Olympic dreams on hold. He soon found that surviving cancer was the easy part. At the age of twenty, Hall began experiencing the exhilarating highs and terrifying lows of bipolar disorder--along with delusions that could make his reality seem...2016-05-0948 minWe Choose Respect PodcastWe Choose Respect ParentCast Starring EG Daily, VeegMama Stephanie Dreyer & Musical Guest Chris HardyIn this episode of the We Choose Respect ParentCast we meet one of the most versitile and talented actors in Hollywood, E G Daily. Currently is EG is best known for her work as the voice behind some of your most beloved characters including Tommy PIckles on the Emmy award-winning “Rugrats” She can also be heard as the voice of Buttercup in “The Powerpuff Girls” animated series, as Babe in “Babe – Pig in the City”, and as Rudy Tabootie in Nickelodeon’s “Chalkzone”. EG has also had a great acting career having appeard in Valley Girl and Friends. She has recently release...2016-05-0600 min