The Evolution of Parenting Podcast

Lori & Mike have parented two wonderful adult kids, and their journey has not been easy or predictable. They share with Robert some of their struggles and triumphs with raising two kids with different needs and how they had to develop strategies for parenting their neurologically different adult kids. Both have been long time leaders in the neurodivergent parenting community – especially overseas where resources are often far more limited.

Producer/Host: Robert Hulse

Sound Editing: Jason Hulse

Art & Graphic Design: Don Huff

In this season, we are chatting with Parents with Adult Kids (PAKs). This kick-off episode features a conversation between Robert and Rich & Sue Allen. 

Sound Editing: Jason Hulse

Art & Graphic Design: Don Huff

Often we are confronted by our highly imaginative and energetic kids who bring us their ideas for "making something to sell" or maybe even an idea for how to help others! In this episode, Yarona talks with Sheri Jones about how to encourage and foster this entrepreneurial spirit. 

Sheri Jones is a serial entrepreneur, investor, teacher, and philanthropist dedicated to empowering young minds through entrepreneurship. Sheri and her husband co-founded Youth in Business, an education program equipping kids with financial knowledge and independence. 

https://www.facebook.com/youthinbusinesshq/ 

"Multiculturalism" is sometimes a divisive or misunderstood term. As parents, how do we raise children to understand and appreciate people from other cultures? How does being raised in another culture affect their development? What are the pros and cons of raising "multicultural" kids? Join Yarona and Dr. Burrus as they explore the implications of being or raising "global nomads". 

Dr. Katrina Burrus, MCC is one of the world's leading experts on international leadership.  Katrina is the first Master Certified Coach in Switzerland and facilitates a mastermind for CEOs of international companies. Author of three books, including “Managing Brilliant Jerks,” she's applied her model working with Nestle, Novartis, and the United Nations among others.  She excels at helping executives succeed in a new assignment abroad and in transforming “Brilliant Jerks” into “Inspiring Leaders.”

https://www.ExcellentExecutiveCoaching.com

Producer - Robert Hulse

Sound Editing - Jessamyn Overly

Art & Graphic Design - Don Huff

In this episode, Yarona and Carla start with recognizing the example we set for our kids when it comes to reacting to "life". Because we can't ignore the profound effect our actions and behavioral choices have on our kids, we need to be able to understand and control them. Understanding and monitoring our stress levels is difficult, but technology can be leveraged to help! 

Carla is an international stress reduction coach, working with successful parenting entrepreneurs to create a life of success, happiness, and relaxation. She leverages quantum technology to create deeper results, faster.  As a burnout expert, Carla knows the impact it has on business, relationships, and health.  By reducing stress, Carla believes we can change our world, becoming examples for our kids who will be the creators of our future, of humanity, and our world.

www.life-mindcreation.com

Producer - Robert Hulse

Sound Editing - Jason Hulse

Art & Graphic Design - Don Huff

Talking about technology and parenting can be frustrating, confusing, and infuriating! Even though we are buried under an avalanche of technological advances, we need to pull back and give ourselves time to process what it means, what it can do, and what maybe some boundaries. Yarona and Seonad take into the tech & parenting world and provide some context and content for managing these decisions!

Seonad Cook is a high performance coach and mentor committed to helping entrepreneurs and direct sales teams accelerate and exceed their sales and business growth goals.  With a background deeply rooted in education, coaching and sales, she’s sold millions in products and services to customers worldwide. Understanding the unique challenges and opportunities inherent in direct selling, her mission is to empower entrepreneurs and direct sales teams to achieve unparalleled success in the direct sales industry.

linkedin.com/in/seonad-cook

Producer - Robert Hulse

Sound Editing - Jason Hulse

Art & Graphic Design - Don Huff

All of the experiences of parenting lead up to one of the most nerve-wracking, anxiety-inducing, and tense times in the life of a young adult (and their parents) - choosing what happens after high school graduation. The choices to be made, and the consequences that go with it, are vast and finding that "sweet spot" where the skills and talents of a young adult align with both their interests and motivation is daunting. How do we know what they like and how we know what they're gonna want to do for a living? Join Yarona and Laurie as they explore this emotionally-charged dimension of parenting!

Laurie Genevish, founder of My Ideal College, is renowned for her expertise in guiding students through decisions surrounding education and career choices. Laurie's mission is to redefine the "student debt" narrative, equipping graduates with careers aligned with their educational investments. Her background in workforce analysis, talent development, coaching, and speaking provides insights into what companies seek in new hires.  Laurie offers clarity and guidance to create actionable plans, bridging the gap between education and career.

www.MyIdealCollege.org

Producer - Robert Hulse

Sound Editing - Jason Hulse

Art & Graphic Design - Don Huff

Raising kids in a culture that are not their "native" culture can be daunting and bewildering. Yarona talks with Ilona about being raised in a culture quite foreign to that in the U.S. and raising her kids a U.S. culture quite foreign to her native Armenian culture.

TEDx Speaker, Author, and Coach, Ilona Parunakova is a motivational force in personal development. A Confident Leadership expert, she sparks global empowerment with resilience from her Armenian Genocide survivor heritage. Breaking barriers in a male-dominated field, she mentored 1500 TEDx speakers and influenced positive change even in the Presidential Residency. Featured on Fox, NBC, and Forbes, her impact extends through mediation, fundraising, and advocacy. Fluent in five languages, a Marathon and Triathlon medalist, she boldly declares herself as God's Masterpiece, with God as her life's CEO.

https://www.ilonaparunakova.live/

Producer - Robert Hulse

Sound Editing - Jessamyn Overly

Art & Graphic Design - Don Huff

Not all relationships between parent partners are healthy and some can be downright toxic. How do we negotiate the struggles with our partners while parenting our kids to have healthier relationships? Yarona and Michelle take on this difficult topic in this week's episode.

Michelle Hays is a heart-centered Marriage Coach with a Certification in Couples Counseling Michelle Hays is a Certified Marriage Coach in Couples Counseling and Therapy- Gottman Method. She hosts the Monarch for Love Podcast, and is a monthly columnist for Lighthouse Point Magazine and the Happy Herald Newspaper.

With decades of experience in marriage and relationships, Michelle helps couples deepen their connection and increase fulfillment in their marriages. Michelle firmly believes that love is a decision and positive thinking in marriage empowers couples to create the marriage and relationships they want and deserve.

https://www.podpage.com/monarch-for-love/

Producer - Robert Hulse

Sound Editing - Jason Hulse

Art & Graphic Design - Don Huff

Too often, "experts" and those who would offer parenting "wisdom" do so without thinking about those who possess a neurological system that is wired quite differently. Neurodivergent folks don't always respond as we would think, and sometimes not as we would want. In this episode, Yarona and Gina talk about how parenting must change and adapt for neurodivergent children.

Gina is an educator, international speaker, podcaster and more.  Her son Sam was diagnosed with Autism at 4. Gina and her husband looked at his diagnosis as a different way of thinking, focusing on Sam skills and locating the resources needed to build his path to success. Sam’s podcast, “Autism Rocks and Rolls” led to projects and events run through their non-profit: “Autism Rocks and Rolls Corporation.” Gina’s podcast follows their mission of destigmatizing Autism.

www.autismrocksandrolls.com

Producer - Robert Hulse

Sound Editing - Jason Hulse

Art & Graphic Design - Don Huff