The Trotters of Tweeville is one of a delightful series of children's books that entertain while educating kids about being the best they can be. Author and therapiast Shirin Zarqa Lederman talks to us about her books and about how we can instill good values in our kids.

Did it ever occur to you that kids who are the targets of a bully can suffer from Post Traumatic Stress?

Chris Minassian is a skilled therapist with experience dealing with kids, adults, families and relationships. In this interview Chris reveals to us that many kids who are the target of bullying behavior, especially cyber bullying, can suffer from PTSD. Chris shares with us some of the things parents should be on the look out for, the ways we can help our kids if they have been hurt, and ways we can encourage all kids to speak up and stop the abuse from happening.

What is the best way to respectfully and lovingly care for a loved one suffering with dementia?

Kay Bransford is living that struggle with both of her parents. She would be the first to tell you that there is no simple answer, every family situation is unique and different and difficult.

Of course one of the questions facing families is how to include children in the care of a loved one suffering with dementia. Kay also talks about her decision to include her 12 year old daughter Carly fully in the care of her parents. Carly shares with us a beautiful, loving perspective that can serve as an example to other families dealing with this potentially devastating illness.

Out of that struggle Kay created Memorybanc.com, a wonderful service that helps families talk about difficult issues while collecting important information before it is lost to dementia.

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The Whimsical World of Sheri Fink is filled with wonder, fun and pure joy. Sheri Fink is a best selling author, a motivational speaker, a savvy business woman and someone who just loves life and wants to spread that love to everyone she meets. You will be delighted to meet this exciting and dynamic young woman.

Our musical guest is American Idol alum Trevor Hager. Trevor shares his song "Open Up My Heart" and what goes through his mind as he is skydiving.

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We all know that good nutrition is essential to the health and well being of our children. Dr Art Capperauld, doctor of Chiropractic and clinical cliniician of whole food nutrition, explains just how essential it is. He also tells us the connection between nutrition and learning, and behavior. This is a facinating conversation that you should hear. 

Clark Burbidge is the Mom’s Choice Award winning author of the wonderful Giants In The Land trilogy. This trilogy tells the story of a land where Giants and no so giant people live in harmony, until their lives are turned upside down.  When he is not writing Clark is busy being  the father of a very large and beautiful blended family. Clark tells us that struggle facing the folks in the Giants in the Land is not all that different than the struggles so many kids face when they loose an important person in their lives.In this wonderful interview Clark shares with us some of the knowledge he gained helping 10 children from two different biological families come together in love.It is a situation that so many families in our society are facing today.

Are you a curious parent? Are you totally present for your child?

Kathy Taberner and her daughter Kirsten Siggens are the authors of a fantastic new book called "The Power Of Curiosity. They want you to be harness the power of curiosity, to give your children your full attention and help your children feel seen, heard and understood.

Holli Kenley is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, currently works in the field of  psychology as an author, educator, and workshop presenter. Formerly from the Southern California area, she practiced for ten years in a counseling center before moving into private practice.  Spending much of her time working in the areas of abuse, trauma, betrayal, and cyber bullying, Holli is the author of five books. Holli’s most recent full-length publication – Another Way – was released March 2015. Prior to and during her career as a therapist, Holli taught for thirty years in public education.

In this episode Holli talks about Another Way and how it can be used to help parents discuss sensitive issues with their children.

Dr John DeGarmo has led a fascinating life. He has been a member of the international singer group Up With People, he has taught high school, he has even worked in the wild and crazy world of professional wrestling. Now he faces his biggest challenge of all, dad. Dad to six, both biological and adoptive, and currently foster dad to three siblings. John tells us how we can help support the most vulnerable in our society.

Bob Lancer is the host of WSB Radio Show Bob Lancer’s Life, Work and Parenting Solutions and the host of Radio Disney’s Ask Bob (helping kids deal with their parents).

Since 1980 Bob Lancer has been following his calling and passion as a wisdom teacher and author, sharing his insights and inspiration as a public speaker, seminar leader and consultant on issues relating to parenting, marriage, child education, professional childcare, personal and professional development and business success.