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:

November 01, 2016 'The Distance Between Us' introduces kids to the immigrant experience
Trying to adjust to her life in the U.S., Reyna Grande turned to books. Her memoir, adapted for young readers, gives kids a window into the immigrant experience.
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14min
October 25, 2016 Should parents post about their kids online?
A law professor and a pediatrician caution that sharing information about your kids online (or "sharenting") can have unintended consequences.
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10min
October 18, 2016 How fathers talk with their sons about sexism and 'boy talk'
This election has sparked all sorts of conversations between parents and kids-- about politics, about democracy, but also about sexism.
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12min
October 11, 2016 How to get the best education for your kid with special needs
Ines Kuperschmit of the Learning Rights Law Center says parents need to learn to fight smart, and remember that they don't have to take no for an answer.
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12min
October 04, 2016 What makes a good school for a child with a disability?
If your child has a disability, finding the right school can be a trying process. It's one that LA mom Sylvia Youngblood went through with her four children.
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12min
September 27, 2016 A microbiologist's advice to parents: "Let Them Eat Dirt"
The new book "Let Them Eat Dirt" offers parents tips for improving their child's gut-health. Things like less frequent handwashing, and spending more time outside.
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11min
September 20, 2016 How the show 'Speechless' portrays families of kids with disabilities
The new ABC sitcom 'Speechless' offered a rare opportunity for a TV critic (and dad) to see a family like his reflected on the small screen.
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13min
September 13, 2016 Pamela Adlon on the honest portrayal of parenting in her show 'Better Things'
The new FX show "Better Things" stars LA-based actress Pamela Adlon. It's a raw, honest portrayal of some of the harsher realities of parenthood that's partly based on Adlon's real life.
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16min
September 06, 2016 Parents talk about becoming empty nesters
Parents all across the country are dealing with a new reality right now: the empty nest. It's a time of transition that can be tough, but also a welcome change too.
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11min
August 30, 2016 What to do when your kid points at someone who looks different
From wheelchairs to birthmarks, Down syndrome to skin disorders, differences can prompt stares, pointing, questions. How should you respond as a parent?
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12min

FAQs about The Brood:

How many episodes does The Brood have?

The podcast currently has 45 episodes available.