Talking To Teens: Expert Tips for Parenting Teenagers

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Parent-teen researcher Andy Earle talks with various experts about the art and science of parenting teenagers. Find more at www.talkingtoteens.com

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Ep 233: The Opioid Crisis: ...

03.19.2023

Many of us picture drug addiction as a vague threat, something that might be a possibility for an unhoused person or party animal but never for our own kids. When we hear concerns about the opioid crisis, we might wave ...

Talking To Teens: Expert Tips for Parenting Teenagers episodes:

03.19.2023 Ep 233: The Opioid Crisis: What Parents Need to Know Many of us picture drug addiction as a vague threat, something that might be a possibility for an unhoused person or party animal but never for our own kids. When we hear concerns about the opioid crisis, we might wave ...
03.12.2023 Ep 232: Solving Conflict and Building Connection It doesn’t take long for a disagreement with teens to turn into a full-fledged battlefield. One minute, you’re just trying to ask about their day, the next they’re saying they hate you and slamming the door in your face. And ...
03.05.2023 Ep 231: The Power of Strangers Joe Keohane, author of The Power of Strangers, joins us to discuss the many benefits of starting a conversation with a stranger. We talk about why we’re often so afraid to talk to people on the bus or at a ...
02.26.2023 Ep 230: Breaking Down Systemic Racism David Mura, author of The Stories Whiteness Tells Itself, joins us to illuminate the realities of modern day racism. We talk about why it’s dangerous to avoid discussing race, how we can change school curriculums to address racism more accurately, ...
02.19.2023 Ep 229: The Blame Game Denis Murphy, author of The Blame Game, joins us to discuss the ways we often blame ourselves or our kids for things we can’t control. We also discuss the importance of staying in touch with our emotions and practicing self-honesty.
02.12.2023 Ep 228: Repairing Relationships Terry Real, author of Us, comes on the show to discuss the importance of healthy conflict in family relationships. We also talk about why parents should encourage boys to be in touch with their emotions and debate the dangers of ...
02.05.2023 Ep 227: Are We Too Hard on Our Kids? Ron Fournier, author of Love That Boy joins us to discuss the impact of parents' expectations. We also break down why parents can become concerned with kids' popularity, and discuss what Ron learned about fatherhood from American Presidents Clinton, Bush, ...
01.29.2023 Ep 226: Making Better Decisions Decision-making expert Eric J Johnson, author of The Elements of Choice, joins us to discuss how our choices are often influenced by external forces without our knowledge. He also describes different kinds of decision-making and explains how memory affects our ...
01.22.2023 Ep 225: The Hidden Benefits of Joy and Fun We’re sitting down with Catherine Price, author of The Power of Fun, to talk about the overlooked benefits of having fun! Catherine defines the true meaning of fun, explains why we tend to undervalue it, and gives practical tips for ...
01.15.2023 Ep 224: The Power of Peer Influence Justin Blaney, author of Relationshift, joins us to discuss the power that peer influence has over teens. Plus, how teens can find great mentors and how the right friends always encourage teens to expand their worldview.
01.08.2023 Ep 223: Mastering Work/Life Balance Yael Shornbrun, author of Work, Parent, Thrive, joins us to talk about how working parents can make the most of their busy lives. We discuss the surprising benefits of working and parenting simultaneously, and explain how we can model a ...
01.01.2023 Ep 222: Demystifying Sex Benjamin Dunks, author of Intimacy, comes on the show to demystify common concerns and misconceptions teens have about sex. We discuss how parents can rethink the sex talk, why teens might be insecure about intimacy, and cover tricky topics like ...
12.25.2022 Holiday Special 2022: The Year in Review! To wrap up the year, we’re recapping some of our best moments from 2022. We talked about everything from vaping to body issues to mental health to career planning–and we wanted to compile the best advice for you to catch ...
12.18.2022 Ep 221: The Forgotten Power of Friendship Marisa Franco, author of Platonic, discusses how society devalues friendship in favor of romantic relationships—and the power of re-prioritizing friendship. Plus, how to turn a stranger into a friend, and harness emotional management for healthier, more meaningful companionship.
12.11.2022 Ep 220: How to Raise An Anti-Racist Tiffany Jewell, author of This Book is Anti-Racist, joins us to explain how we can raise teens who actively fight against discrimination of all kinds. We discuss the difference between race and ethnicity, explain how teens can explore their own ...
12.04.2022 Ep 219: Discipline Without Negativity Darby Fox, author of Rethinking Your Teenager, joins us to discuss how we can implement discipline without falling into negative cycles with our kids. We also talk about how why we should rethink the sex talk and the importance of ...
11.27.2022 Ep 218: Planning For a Bright Future Tamara Raymond, author of Careering, joins us to discuss how teens can get a head start on career development while they’re still in high school. We talk about how teens can build a professional network, find their passion, and handle ...
11.20.2022 Ep 217: Why Your Teen Thinks Differently Chantel Prat, author of The Neuroscience of You, joins us to talk about how every brain is unique. We discuss the left and right brain, how to use psychology to motivate teenagers, and why every teen has a different way ...
11.13.2022 Ep 216: Creating a Coming-of-Age Ritual David Arms and son Steven Arms, authors of Milestone to Manhood, join us this week to talk about how families can organize a coming-of-age ritual that helps teens embrace their impending adulthood. They break down their family’s ritual, and explain ...
11.06.2022 Ep 215: Eating Together, Being Together Caroline Clauss-Elhers, co-author of Eating Together, Being Together, joins us to talk about how cooking and eating with our kids creates opportunities for deeper connection.
10.30.2022 Ep 214: Resilience Through Emotional Management Kate Lund, author of Bounce, joins us to explain how teens can face obstacles and practice resilience when life gets tough. We also discuss the importance of stress management, goal setting and trying new things.
10.23.2022 Ep 213: Guiding Teens Through Grief Dr. Elena Lister, psychologist and author of Giving Hope, speaks about why it’s so essential to discuss death with our kids. Elena explains how to have age-appropriate talks when a loved one passes, and how to help grieving teens who ...
10.16.2022 Ep 212: Reset Health by Starting with Stress Doni Wilson, author of Master Your Stress, Reset Your Health, joins us to explain the science behind the body’s stress response. We talk about how everyone’s reaction to stress is unique, and how teens can take some steps to de-stress.
10.09.2022 Ep 211: Everyday Risks We Take with Our Teen’s Health Dr. Robert Lustig, author of Metabolical: The Lure and the Lies of Processed Food, Nutrition, and Modern Medicine, joins us to talk about how sugar and processed foods really affect our kids. Plus, how we can make a shift towards ...
10.02.2022 Ep 210: Essential Money Talks to Have With Teens Kathryn Tuggle, author of How to Money, joins us to discuss the essential money advice teens need for a financially independent future. We talk about first jobs, saving for cars, and how teens can avoid impulse spending.
09.25.2022 Ep 209: Communication Tips for Tough Topics Derek Borthwick, author of How to Talk to Anybody, joins us to share how we can create better communication with teens. We talk about body language, initiating tough conversations and more.
09.18.2022 Ep 208: Motivation, Dedication and the Warrior Mentality D.J. Vanas, author of The Warrior Within, reveals how teens can find purpose, develop resilience, and maintain motivation by adopting the community-focused mentality of a Native American Warrior.
09.11.2022 Ep 207: Anxiety and the Communication Tools to Fix It Donna Jackson Nakazawa, author of Girls on the Brink joins us to talk about the drivers behind sky-high rates of anxiety and depression among young people—and how bio-synchronicity and emotional attunement might be the answer.
09.04.2022 Ep 206: Building Character and Self-Awareness in Teens Scott Barry Kaufman, author of Transcend and Wired to Create, joins our show to explain how we can help teens on their journey to self-awareness. Scott and I talk about healthy self-esteem, goal-setting, creativity, and more.
08.28.2022 Ep 205: Pressure, Pain, and Kids’ Athletics Linda Flanagan, author of Take Back the Game: How Money and Mania are Ruining Kids Sports, joins us to discuss how the competitive culture of kids’ sports can be damaging to both parents and teens.
08.21.2022 Ep 204: ADHD Triggers and Emerging Solutions Dana Kay, author of Thriving With ADHD, joins us to talk about the traditional solutions to ADHD and the emerging science behind the likely triggers of the growing epidemic. She’ll walk us through natural solutions to remedy ADHD, chronic pain, ...
08.14.2022 Ep 203: The Importance of Rest for Productivity Alex Pang, author of Rest, joins us to explain the cognitive benefits of taking time off and doing nothing! Plus, how non-work activities like sports, naps, and gap years can boost teens’ productivity and creativity!
08.07.2022 Ep 202: Money Mindset For Self-Starting Teens Erik Huberman, author of The Hawke Method, joins us to talk about how we can empower teens to be self starters. Plus, how teens can pick a career path and think critically about what they spend their money on.
07.31.2022 Ep 201: How Minds Change David McRaney, author of How Minds Change, joins us to explain why it’s so hard to change a teens’ mind! We also talk about the psychology behind persuasion and the power of peer pressure in the teen social world.
07.24.2022 Ep 200: A Supercut of Talking to Teens! We’re hitting some of the highlights for our 200th episode. Take a listen to favorite insights, guests, and memories from the vault!
07.17.2022 Ep 199: What the Science Says About Sexual Identity Eliot Schrefer, author of Queer Ducks, joins us to shine a light on how same-sex relationships and gender fluidity occur naturally in the animal kingdom—and how to use this knowledge as a conversation starter about sex and gender in your ...
07.10.2022 Ep 198: Emotional Awareness for Better Self-Control Thibaut Meurisse, author of Master Your Emotions, joins us this week to explain how we can process negative emotions in healthier ways. He also shares why we need more self-compassion and how we can stop caring what others think.
07.03.2022 Ep 197: Happy Brain Chemicals and Teen Behavior Loretta Breuning, author of Habits of a Happy Brain, joins us to talk about how oxytocin, dopamine, serotonin and endorphins create happiness and habits in our teens’ minds.
06.26.2022 Ep 196: Do Genetics Determine Teens’ Behavior? Jesse Prinz, author of Beyond Human Nature, joins us to discuss the role of both nature and nurture in teens’ development. He explains why we shouldn’t attribute teens’ abilities to biology, and shares the significance of both parental and peer ...
06.19.2022 Ep 195: The Mindset of Success Ruth Gotian, author of The Success Factor, explains how teens can cultivate the right mindset for success. Plus, how our kids can figure out their life’s purpose and find strong mentors to guide them.
06.12.2022 Ep 194: Sex Hormones and Your Teen’s Brain Dr. Louann Brizendine joins us to talk about how sex hormones affect teen’s behavior. Plus, how teens establish a social hierarchy with their peers and why seemingly simple conversations with teens sometimes turn into full blown arguments.
06.05.2022 Ep 193: Healthy Ways to Handle Conflicts Gabe Carp, author of Don’t Get Mad at Penguins, joins us to talk about how we can handle conflict with our teens in healthy ways, stay calm during heated arguments and help teens develop critical communication skills.
05.29.2022 Ep 192: Dads and Daughters Kimberly Wolf, author of Talk with Her, joins us to talk about the challenges facing dads when it comes to raising teen daughters. Plus, what to do when teens rebel against what we believe in, and how we can create ...
05.22.2022 Ep 191: Pushing Teens to Their Full Potential Anthony Lynch, author of No Limits, comes on the show to explain how the right mindset can help teens reach their full potential. Plus, how teens can find their purpose and passion.
05.15.2022 Ep 190: Teen Vaping Jamie Ducharme, author of Big Vape, demystifies the vaping industry and explains how teens have been lured into vape addictions. Plus, she shares some tips for relaying the truth about e-cigarettes and vapes to teens
05.08.2022 Ep 189: Boys’ Hidden Body Issues Charlotte Markey joins us to discuss why market-driven media is toxic for teen body image, and how we can strike up important conversations about body positivity with our teens.
05.01.2022 Ep 188: Tuning In to Our Teens (and Ourselves!) Neuroscientists Ted Brodkin and Ashley Pallathra share tips for finding harmony and connection with our teens and with ourselves. We discuss attunement, meditation, conflict resolution and more!
04.24.2022 Ep 187: Essential Skills for Successful Teens Mark Herschberg joins us to talk about the kinds of skills they don’t teach in school, like negotiation, planning, compromise and collaboration! We’re discussing how teens can develop these skills to find career success.
04.17.2022 Ep 186: Empowering Our Daughters Jo Wimble Groves, author of Rise of the Girl, shines light on how we can encourage teen girls to chase their dreams. Plus, she shares how to help all teens to find their passions, take risks and learn from failure—no ...
04.10.2022 Ep 185: Leaving Home Without Losing Their Roots Jennifer Morton, author of Moving Up Without Losing Your Way, joins us to discuss how young adults’ identities change as they leave the nest and find new communities beyond their hometowns.

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Talking To Teens: Expert Tips for Parenting Teenagers episodes:

Ep 233: The Opioid Crisis: What Parents Need to Know

Ep 232: Solving Conflict and Building Connection

Ep 231: The Power of Strangers

Ep 230: Breaking Down Systemic Racism

Ep 229: The Blame Game

Ep 228: Repairing Relationships

Ep 227: Are We Too Hard on Our Kids?

Ep 226: Making Better Decisions

Ep 225: The Hidden Benefits of Joy and Fun

Ep 224: The Power of Peer Influence

Ep 223: Mastering Work/Life Balance

Ep 222: Demystifying Sex

Holiday Special 2022: The Year in Review!

Ep 221: The Forgotten Power of Friendship

Ep 220: How to Raise An Anti-Racist

Ep 219: Discipline Without Negativity

Ep 218: Planning For a Bright Future

Ep 217: Why Your Teen Thinks Differently

Ep 216: Creating a Coming-of-Age Ritual

Ep 215: Eating Together, Being Together

Ep 214: Resilience Through Emotional Management

Ep 213: Guiding Teens Through Grief

Ep 212: Reset Health by Starting with Stress

Ep 211: Everyday Risks We Take with Our Teen’s Health

Ep 210: Essential Money Talks to Have With Teens

Ep 209: Communication Tips for Tough Topics

Ep 208: Motivation, Dedication and the Warrior Mentality

Ep 207: Anxiety and the Communication Tools to Fix It

Ep 206: Building Character and Self-Awareness in Teens

Ep 205: Pressure, Pain, and Kids’ Athletics

Ep 204: ADHD Triggers and Emerging Solutions

Ep 203: The Importance of Rest for Productivity

Ep 202: Money Mindset For Self-Starting Teens

Ep 201: How Minds Change

Ep 200: A Supercut of Talking to Teens!

Ep 199: What the Science Says About Sexual Identity

Ep 198: Emotional Awareness for Better Self-Control

Ep 197: Happy Brain Chemicals and Teen Behavior

Ep 196: Do Genetics Determine Teens’ Behavior?

Ep 195: The Mindset of Success

Ep 194: Sex Hormones and Your Teen’s Brain

Ep 193: Healthy Ways to Handle Conflicts

Ep 192: Dads and Daughters

Ep 191: Pushing Teens to Their Full Potential

Ep 190: Teen Vaping

Ep 189: Boys’ Hidden Body Issues

Ep 188: Tuning In to Our Teens (and Ourselves!)

Ep 187: Essential Skills for Successful Teens

Ep 186: Empowering Our Daughters

Ep 185: Leaving Home Without Losing Their Roots