Yesterday
1KHO 734: Resist the Temptation of Security | William Deresiewicz, Excellent Sheep
This conversation with William Deresiewicz, author of the bestselling Excellent Sheep, gets to the heart of a question so many families are quietly carrying: what does it actually mean for a child to flourish? Ginny and Bill talk about the way college admissions can cast a shadow ... Show More
59m 19s
Nov 2024
The Secrets to Building a Happy Life and Raising Happy Kids w/ Dr. Robert Waldinger
<p>This week, join me in conversation with Dr. Robert Waldinger, a psychiatrist, psychoanalyst, and the director of the longest-running study on happiness and well-being, to discuss the secrets to building a happy life and raising happy kids. Dr. Waldinger shares insights from th ... Show More
59m 12s
Aug 2025
Unmotivated Child, Won’t Push Through, Avoids Tasks, Always Asks “Why?” #511
<p>Do you have a strong-willed child who knows how to push your buttons, may be rude and defiant, won't push through when tasks are hard, appears lazy, and always asks, "Why?" when told to do something...instead of just doing what you ask? Kirk gives you scripts and strategies to ... Show More
26m 10s
Apr 2025
What to Do When Your Kid Says “I Hate Myself” and How to Build Self-Compassion With Renowned Harvard Psychiatrist Dr. Blaise Aguirre
<p>In today’s episode I sit down with Dr. Blaise Aguirre, renowned Harvard psychiatrist to explore the roots of self-hatred and how it differs from everyday self-criticism. We unpack how early experiences—often subtle and unintentional—can shape a child’s sense of worth, and what ... Show More
1 h
Dec 2023
David Thomas: We're Just Lying to Our Kids, but It's Fun
We wrap up 2023 by bringing The Mayor of Dadville (David Thomas) back to join the Five-Timer Club! And considering it's an election year, The Mayor is bringing the hot takes! The fellas dive into how to manage your kids' time during vacation, the never-ending battles over screen ... Show More
1h 7m
Jun 2024
Celebrating the 100th Episode: My Life, My Lessons
In this special 100th episode of 'Toddlers Made Easy,' I'm taking a moment to step back from our usual discussions to share something deeply personal—my own story. We'll explore the journey that led me here, the challenges I've faced, and the victories I've celebrated. This episo ... Show More
10m 33s
In this deeply moving conversation, Ginny Yurich sits down with author, mother, and midwife Amanda Lancaster to talk about what it looks like to build a life around the things that matter most: birth, family, faith, food, home, and the kind of community that carries people through both joy and hardship. Drawing from her memoir A Time to Be Born, Amanda share ... Show More
<p><em>This episode originally aired in October 2021. </em></p><p>Dr. Aliza sits down with Professor Peter Gray to discuss the healthiest approaches to play, and potential mistakes commonly made by well-meaning parents.</p><p><br></p><p>I WROTE MY FIRST BOOK! Order your copy of T ... Show More
