The Brood

By KPCC 89.3 | Southern California Public Radio

A weekly thought-provoking conversation about the top topics and thorny issues around children of all ages. From the cloth vs disposable diaper debate to how to afford your kid's college tuition, we t... more

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How many episodes does The Brood have?

The podcast currently has 45 episodes available.

The Brood episodes:

January 17, 2017 When kids and smart home tech products mix
What happens when kids and voice-activated assistant technology (like Amazon Echo) mix? Some times it's bad. But some times it's good too.
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13min
January 10, 2017 Why moms of middle schoolers have it the hardest
A recent study finds that the hardest time for mothers isn't when they're new moms, but later, when their kids are in middle school.
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12min
January 03, 2017 Children's books from 2016 to read with your kids in 2017
If one of your New Year's resolutions is to read more with your kids, some of the books that came out in 2016 could be a great place to start.
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9min
December 27, 2016 Why teenagers want their parents to be like potted plants
Trying to spend quality time with a teenager can sometimes feel like a futile exercise. But take heart, even if they don't show it, teens really do want you around.
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11min
December 20, 2016 How stepfamilies can manage the stress of the holidays
For blended families, navigating the holidays can get particularly complicated. A stepparent coach offers some practical advice.
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10min
December 13, 2016 'The Bad Kids' offers lessons in empathy and second chances
Many of the kids at Black Rock High School have been labeled "bad kids." Their principal and teachers are determined to help them succeed.
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13min
December 06, 2016 Teaching kids the importance of giving during the holidays
During the holidays, with all the focus on Santa Claus, toy-making elves and presents, the importance of giving can get lost in the mix.
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11min
November 29, 2016 A sociologist explains how parents and kids 'grow each other up'
Parents teach their kids and help them grow, but kids have a lot to teach their parents too. Sara Lawrence-Lightfoot explains how in "Growing Each Other Up."
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13min
November 15, 2016 What families can do to move forward after the election
Now that the election is over, many families are now asking "What next?" A psychologist offers suggestions for productive ways to move forward.
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12min
November 08, 2016 Books that make elections fun and kid-friendly
These kids books help explain everything from the electoral college to an unhealthy thirst for power (with the help of a megalomaniac giant squid).
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9min

FAQs about The Brood:

How many episodes does The Brood have?

The podcast currently has 45 episodes available.