Episodes

On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host, Miriam Conner is joined by guest, Ric Keller. Former congressman, Keller, tells parents things he wish he’d known in college and discusses his book, Chasing the Bears-Little Things to Achieve Big Dreams. Keller provides little things that can make a big difference in your child’s life to help them achieve their goals and find happiness. aParently Speaking is presented by Northeast Ohio Parent and sponsored by Mazda of Kent. Interested in being...

On the latest episode of apparently Speaking, host, Miriam Conner is joined by child and adolescent family therapist, Darby Fox to discuss her book, Rethinking Your Teenager: Shifting form Control and Conflict to Structure and Nurture to Raise Accountable Young Adults. Fox offers a model for the parent-child relationship, encouraging parents to let go of the attempt to control their teenager and focus instead on creating mutual respect, providing structure and nurture, and encouraging independen...

On the latest episode of aParenlty Speaking, host, Miriam Conner is joined by Dr. Stuart Shanker to discuss his book, Self-Reg: How to Help Your Child and You Break the Stress Cycle and Successfully Engage with Life. Shanker describes his revolutionary method that will unlock parents’ understanding of kids’ – and parents’ – most troubling behavior by understanding the stressors that are behind the behavior. Self-Reg is a groundbreaking book that presents an entirely new understanding of your chi...

On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host, Miriam Conner is joined by Tamia Woods who tells the story of losing her son James, a 17-year-old Streetsboro High School athlete, to the crime of sextortion. Tamia Woods discusses the circumstances of their son’s death by suicide and how online predators targeted their son before his passing. The Woods’ family hopes sharing their story can help parents protect their children from the predators targeting teens online. You can learn more about ...

On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host, Miriam Conner, is joined by Beth Hendler-Grunt, founder and president of Next Great Step and author of The Next Great Step: The Parents’ Guide Launching Your New Grad Into a Career. Hendler-Grunt shares her plan for parents who want to help their grad achieve career success. Parents with children of any age will benefit from her experience and advice. aParently Speaking is presented by Northeast Ohio Parent and sponsored by Mazda of Kent, Beck...

On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host, Miriam Conner is joined again by Dr. Robert Brooks and Dr. Sam Goldstein to discuss mental health in kids and teens. Listen as they share their expertise on the topic and give parents warning signs and guidance. Dr. Sam Goldstein Dr. Robert Brooks aParently Speaking is presented by Northeast Ohio Parent and sponsored by Mazda of Kent, Beck Center for the Arts and McGregor Home Interested in being part of a parent panel? Email Miriam at podca...

Anyone caring for girls today knows that our daughters, students, and girls next door are more anxious and more prone to depression and self-harming than ever before. The question that no one has yet been able to credibly answer is Why? On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host, Miriam Conner is joined by award-winning writer and science journalist, Donna Jackson Nakazawa author of Girls on the Brink to discuss the reasons why and what can be done about it. aParently Speaking is present...

A new survey of parents found that kids spend less than one hour each day being active, yet parents want their kids to go outside more and try new things. On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host Miriam Conner, is joined by sports psychologist and orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Dan O’ Neill, MD, EdD. Dr. O’Neill joins the show to talk about the lack of physical activity, childhood obesity, and the plummeting activity levels in kids. How parents can get their kids excited about being more activ...

On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host Miriam Conner is joined by noted psychologist, speaker and parenting expert Carl Pickhardt, Ph.D, to discuss his new book Holding On While Letting Go: Parenting Your Child Through the Four Freedoms of Adolescence. Pickhardt hopes to help keep parents ahead of the curve when it comes to understanding the stages of adolescence. Parents with children of all ages will learn a lot and be encouraged by this episode. aParently Speaking is presented by ...

What is Asperger’s syndrome and what is it like living with it? On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host , Miriam Conner is joined by author Matthew Kenslow of ” Juggling the Issues: Living with Asperger’s Syndrome.” Kenslow shares what life has been like living with Asperger’s syndrome. Listen as he shares some myths about Asperger’s syndrome and his struggles and triumphs as well as what he thinks his parents did well. The post Podcast #83 Living with Asperger’s Syndrome appeared fir...

With kids back in the classrooms, some will experience school stress. What can parents do to help minimize challenges children may be facing? On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host Miriam Conner is joined by mental health expert and licensed social worker, Jennifer Kelman. Kelman shares some of the pressures children are dealing with and how parents can minimize them. Listen as she discusses the needs of the child vs the needs of the parent. They also discuss device use, confidence,...

Lisa L Lewis, author of The Sleep Deprived Teen. If you have kids in school then your sleep and your kids’ sleep has probably changed from the long lazy days of summer. Teens are especially affected by not getting enough sleep. Early morning start times and late nights studying can really take its toll on their mood and overall health. Host, Miriam Conner and guest, Lisa L Lewis, discuss the importance of teen sleep and her new book, The Sleep Deprived Teen. Lewis also shares how she was integr...

On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host Miriam Conner is joined by body image expert Dr. Charlotte Markey, a psychology professor at Rutgers University and co-author of “Being You: The Body Image Book for Boys,” who shares some important insights based on her extensive research. Listen as they discuss some of these topics and what parents can do about them. A third of teen boys are trying to gain weight or “bulk up.” Dr. Charlotte Markey Many boys equate ‘muscularity’ with ‘popularity...

How does FEAR relate to parenting? On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host Miriam Conner is joined by psychologist Dr. Karin Anderson Abrell. Karin shares her extensive research and expertise on this timely subject. Listen as they discuss parents projecting their fears onto their children, what you as a parent can do if you are fearful yourself, why and how some people respond to fear differently than others, healthy boundaries, and much more. aParently Speaking is presented by Northea...

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to pack up everything and live life on the road with your family 24/7? On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host Miriam Conner is joined by Jenn Bethune who describes herself as a “full time nomad.” Bethune, and her family of five and four dogs, documents their daily lives on their popular YouTube channel. She describes what their family life is like, places they have traveled, and future plans. Bethune Family. PHOTO SUBMITTED BY BETHUNE FAMI...

On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host Miriam Conner is joined by Ben Bebenroth, chef, farmer, and founder of Spice Hospitality Group, and licensed educator Steven Baker, CEO of Spice Field Kitchen. Ben Bebenroth, chef, farmer, and founder of Spice Hospitality Group Steven Baker, CEO of Spice Field Kitchen Bebenroth and Baker discuss how to encourage healthy eating with your family, how to get your kids involved and excited about food preparation, what to do about “picky” eaters, and ...

On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host Miriam Conner is joined by Dr. Sam Goldstein and Dr. Robert Brooks, authors of the book Tenacity in Children: Nurturing the Seven Instincts for Lifetime Success. Dr. Sam Goldstein Dr. Robert Brooks The doctors share their expertise, experience, and knowledge about why tenacity is so important in children, what the seven instincts for lifetime success are, and practical ways parents can help instill tenacity in their children. You will enjoy this ...

Dr. Pamela Rutledge Dr. Pamela Hurst-Della Pietra On the latest episode of aParently Seaking, host Miriam Conner is joined by Dr. Pamela Hurst-Della Pietra and Dr. Pamela Rutledge to talk about the impact influencers may be having over your children and their thoughts on your children becoming influencers. Subscribe and listen using Apple iTunes, iHeartRadio or Podbean. aParently Speaking is presented by Northeast Ohio Parent and sponsored in part by Montrose Mazda of Kent, Schell Bell Boutique...

On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host Miriam Conner is joined by parenting and education expert Joanna Faber. Faber is co-author of the book How to Talk When Kids Won’t Listen and was a contributor to her mother’s award-winning book, How to Talk So Kids Will Listen. Faber is on the show to discuss communication strategies for some of the most difficult challenges of raising children. Faber shares her personal experience as well as many readers’ stories. Parents will take away practic...

On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host Miriam Conner is joined by Christine Pisera Naman, author of About Natalie. Naman shares her heartbreaking story of realizing her 15- year-old daughter was addicted to heroin. Listen as Naman shares the roller coaster of emotions she went through, signs for parents to pay attention to, and how she and her family are doing. She offers comfort to those going through similar circumstances, as well as advice for how to help those who are struggling. ...

On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host Miriam Conner is joined by the author of Eternally Expecting, Amy Liz Harrison. Harrison shares her story of her struggle with alcoholism while being a mother of eight. She turned to alcohol to deal with her guilt that mothering alone was not enough. Ten years of sobriety and four more babies later, Harrison realized that “giving birth and getting sober were kinda sorta the same.” Subscribe and listen using Apple iTunes, iHeartRadio or Podbean. ...

On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, Dr. Michele Borba joins host Miriam Conner to talk about her book, “Thrivers: The Surprising Reasons Why Some Kids Struggle and Others Shine.” “Today’s kids are the smartest on record, but also the loneliest, most stressed, risk-averse, and depressed,”says Borba, an educational psychologist and parenting expert. “It’s why we must rethink our parenting, so they can thrive in an anxious, uncertain world. The good news is that ‘thrivers’ are made, not bo...

On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host Miriam Conner is joined by Naomi Schaefer Riley, author of “Be the Parent, Please.” Riley is a resident fellow at the American Enterprise Institute focusing on issues regarding child welfare as well as a senior fellow at the Independent Women’s Forum. She is a former columnist for the New York Post and a former Wall Street Journal editor and writer, as well as the author of seven books. Riley shares personal experience and research on technology...

On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host, Miriam Conner is joined by Ohio Lt. Governor Jon Husted who talks about alternative career pathways for students. There are many educational opportunities students may take advantage of including College Credit Plus, apprenticeships, career centers, among others. Husted shares information to help parents and students make the best decisions for their future. Vivien McClain Photography Subscribe and listen using Apple iTunes, iHeartRadio or Podbe...