The DTALKS Podcast

In this episode of the podcast Joe talks to Dr. Tim Lahey: (Director, Medical Ethics, Infectious Disease Physician, and Professor) about what the current state of COVID-19 is in the United States.

Are we close to a vaccine? Does the virus linger & cause lasting damage? Why are we sending our kids to school when there is no vaccine?

While Tim doesn't have all the answers he does provide some guidance in these crazy times.

Tim is also the spouse of former guest, Jessica Lahey. We would like to thank both Jessica & Tim for being gracious with their time and appearing on the podcast.

- Dr. Tim Lahey is an infectious disease physician and director of clinical ethics at the University of Vermont Medical Center. He is also professor of medicine at the Larner College of Medicine at UVM in Burlington, VT. He specializes in HIV and other infectious diseases, and clinical ethics. His research includes HIV care, tuberculosis epidemiology, medical education and clinical ethics.-

#ListenToScience #beabetterdad

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In this episode of the podcast Joe talks to Rob Young, aka Mr. Rob about his company "Prodigies" which teaches kids virtual music lessons.

Rob discusses his origins in music, his company 'Prodigies', and how reading an article about obtaining perfect pitch inspired him to use his knowledge to help all kids everywhere.

If you want to get your kids started with some great, fun, and easy music lessons go to Prodigies.com

#HappyMusicing #beabetterdad

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If you're looking for YA and Children's literature that will both educate and empower your young ones look no further than Kate Messner!

Kate stopped by the podcast to discuss her latest book "Chirp" which tackles some of the heavier stuff we need to prepare our kids for. Too often, we wonder how are we supposed to talk about complex subjects with our kids? How do we prepare them for the world outside our house? Digging in to 'Chirp' will make you feel a bit more prepared for these conversations.

To purchase Chirp or any other of Kate's books go to KateMessner.com

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What would you do if your voice was suddenly gone? If you were the leader of a company how would you lead? Would the people around you feel empowered to lead? Would you ensure they succeeded?

Kevin Hancock found himself without a voice one day and had to rely on strengthening the voices of all individuals through listening, empowering, and shared leadership in order to get the work done.

Kevin Hancock is the CEO of Hancock Lumber Company, one of the oldest and best known family businesses in America. Established in 1848, the company grows trees and manufactures lumber for global distribution.

About his latest book 'The Seventh Power': "From his home in Maine to Navajo and Lakota communities in the West to Ukraine, Kevin Hancock takes the reader on a personal journey of more than 15,000 miles in which he learns to listen and empower people. The Seventh Power is an exploration of a new model of leadership in which individual voices are heard and the human spirit is celebrated. The principles that Kevin puts to work in his 171-year-old family business offer an enlightened way forward for all institutions." —U.S. Senator Susan Collins

Purchase a copy of the book HERE

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- Do your kids have books that accurately reflect them? - Are you consuming literature which has a different perspective from your own? - Are you fostering an empowering environment so you can raise inclusive kids?

On this week's episode Joe digs into these topics and more when Kacen Callender stops by to discuss their latest book "Felix Ever After". Kacen discusses writing the books they wish they had when they were a kid.

If you haven't picked up your copy of this fantastic book be sure to do so now at - KacenCallender.com

Take a moment, sit back, and continue to listen and learn. Enjoy!

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Be sure to go nominate Joe's other podcast - "After the Encore" for "Music Podcast of the Year" at PodcastAwards.com you have to register to vote but it's one time only. Check it out!

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- How do we even start to break down gender conventions? - Are we able to critically look at art while taking what we need from it? - Just how does one raise inclusive kids?

These are just a few of the questions Joe and guest Nicole Pacent dug into on this episode.

Nicole is the co-host of the FABULOUS podcast "Coming Out: with Lauren and Nicole" where folks tell their coming out stories to the hosts for the first time.

Here at The DTALKS Podcast we're all about educating and empowering you to raise inclusive kids and episodes like this one with Nicole go a long way towards that goal.

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Be sure to go nominate Joe's other podcast - "After the Encore" for "Music Podcast of the Year" at PodcastAwards.com you have to register to vote but it's one time only. Check it out!

This episode of the podcast is brought to you by Snuffy!

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- What if a Katy Perry ringtone changed your entire day? - What if you triple-checked how you were dressed or who you were with before going out to dinner? - What if you weren't even aware of your own privilege?

In this episode of the podcast Joe talks to good friend and co-host of the popular LGBTQ+ podcast "Les Keep It Real", Natalia Flores!

Joe and Natalia talk about the origins of the podcast, part of Natalia's coming out story, and how we can take even small privileges for granted in our daily life.

This episode starts a solid run of episodes where Joe really leans into the "Epowering and Educating" aspect of the podcast. Here at The DTALKS Podcast we're committed to making a better world for ourselves and our children. These episodes are the proof.

Be sure to go subscribe to their podcast today! (Season 1 is available and Season 2 drops in September!)

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/les-keep-it-real-with-ali-talie/id1504016706

Also, be sure to go to PodcastAwards.com to vote for Joe's other podcast "After the Encore" as Music podcast of the year AND vote "Les Keep It Real" as LGGBTQ podcast of the year!

#LesKeepItReal #beabetterdad

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In this episode of the podcast Joe brings back friend of the show, Jonathan Horton to discuss his latest book "Falling Forward".

Joe and Jonathan discuss his Gymnastics career, the genesis for the memoirs, and how COVID-19 will affect the now 2021 Olympic Games.

Check it out!

This episode of the podcast is brought to you by Snuffy!

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In this episode of the podcast Joe talks to former professional soccer player Dante Washington!

Joe and Dante dig into what it means to be a black person in America and in American sports. They also discuss what it means that MLS is now opening back up in the midst of COVID-19.

They also discuss how to raise more inclusive children in such a divisive time.

Enjoy!

This episode of the podcast is brought to you by Snuffy!

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On this episode of the podcast Joe talks to his longtime friend, Broadway legend: Jay Armstrong Johnson!

Joe and Jay discuss the importance of allyship, what Pride month has historically meant, what it means this year, and how folks need to be in a constant state of education in order to undo a lot of our learned behaviors.

Check it out!

This episode of the podcast is brought to you by Snuffy!

Snuffy is a clothing brand about empowering you to show your weird - unapologetically, with bravery and confidence. 10% of profit goes to LGBTQ+ organizations led by Trans* people of color. Shop online now at snuffy.co

#ListenAndLearn #beabetterdad