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**Northeast Ohio Parent presents aParently Speaking**

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Latest Episodes:

**Podcast Episode #56: Teaching Kids Empathy** Nov 30, 2020
Show notes

Research shows that bullying and cyberbullying are on the rise, face to face interpersonal skills are declining, narcissism is increasing.

On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host Miriam Conner is joined by Lynne Azarchi, author of The Empathy Advantage. Azarchi discusses what she thinks is the solution for this: teaching our children empathy. Listen as Azarchi shares her research-based tips and ideas for parents to help teach kids empathy.

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aParently Speaking is presented by Northeast Ohio Parent and sponsored in part by Montrose Mazda of Kent and Ohio Tuition Trust Authority.

Interested in being part of a parent panel? Email Miriam at podcast@northeastohioparent.com

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**Podcast Episode #55: Single Parenting with Lindsay Buckingham at WKYC** Nov 16, 2020
Show notes

On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host Miriam Conner is joined by Lindsay Buckingham, special projects reporter at WKYC, who shares her story of single parenting.

They discuss some of the most difficult things about parenting solo and Buckingham shares things she has learned, and what has helped her the most along the way. Listen as Buckingham shares some of the challenges she overcame including returning to work.

This episode will inspire and encourage you whether you are a single parent or not.

Submitted by Lindsay Buckingham

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aParently Speaking is presented by Northeast Ohio Parent and sponsored in part by Montrose Mazda of Kent and Ohio Tuition Trust Authority.

Interested in being part of a parent panel? Email Miriam at podcast@northeastohioparent.com

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**Podcast Episode #54: Children and Screens** Oct 25, 2020
Show notes

Technology and screens: as parents, keeping up with this seems like a never-ending battle. It can be exhausting, but we know we need to stay on top of it. This episode of aParently Speaking can help you with that.

Join host Miriam Conner and Dr. Pamela Hurst-Della Pietra, president of Children and Screens Institute of Digital Media and Child Development, as they discuss three urgent questions:

**1. How is digital media enhancing or impairing children’s ability to live happy, healthy and productive lives?**

**2. How are years of electronically mediated interactions shaping children’s physical, cognitive, emotional and social development?**

**3. What should we do about it?**

They also cover the topics of obsession/addiction and online meanness/cyberbullying.

If you have screens in your home, you won’t want to miss this episode.

Dr. Pamela Hurst-Della Pietra

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aParently Speaking is presented by Northeast Ohio Parent and sponsored in part by Montrose Mazda of Kent and Ohio Tuition Trust Authority.

Interested in being part of a parent panel? Email Miriam at podcast@northeastohioparent.com

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**Podcast Episode #53: Supporting Your Child’s Online Learning** Oct 12, 2020
Show notes

Many parents currently have children who are home doing online learning either full- or part-time. Most parents may not feel completely comfortable with this new experience, including their role in helping their kids handle something entirely new.

On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host Miriam Conner is joined by Dr. Gary Grosel, chief medical officer for United Healthcare Ohio.

Listen as Grosel shares specific ways parents can support their children in a virtual environment.

Dr. Gary Grosel

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aParently Speaking is presented by Northeast Ohio Parent and sponsored in part by Montrose Mazda of Kent and Ohio Tuition Trust Authority.

Interested in being part of a parent panel? Email Miriam at podcast@northeastohioparent.com

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**Podcast Episode #52: Saving for College** Sep 28, 2020
Show notes

No matter how old your kids are, what they will do after high school is something you probably have started to think about. A big question is most likely how you are going to pay for it.

On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host Miriam Conner is joined by Tim Gorrell, executive director of the Ohio Tuition Trust Authority.

Gorrell shares his advice for parents to be able to help their children when it comes to college, as well as other options once they graduate from high school. Gorrell, who has extensive knowledge of Ohio’s 529 Plan, explains what a 529 is and answers common questions, including:

What if your child does not go to a traditional college?
What if they receive scholarships or financial aid?
Who can contribute and how?

Tim Gorrell

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aParently Speaking is presented by Northeast Ohio Parent and sponsored in part by Montrose Mazda of Kent and Ohio Tuition Trust Authority.

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**Podcast Episode #51: Homeschooling on the Go** Sep 16, 2020
Show notes

On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, Host Miriam Conner speaks with Aila Malik, who traveled to 41 countries with her family of five — while homeschooling along the way for 54 weeks.

Listen as Malik shares stories of her travels, as well as tips for homeschooling — while on the road or at home. Malik also talks about the ways she instills empathy in her children. You will enjoy her down-to-earth and practical way of communicating, and leave feeling inspired no matter what school currently looks like for your family.

Aila Malik

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aParently Speaking is presented by Northeast Ohio Parent and sponsored in part by Montrose Mazda of Kent and Ohio Tuition Trust Authority.

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Podcast Episode #49: Parenting Boys Aug 16, 2020

Show notes

Is parenting boys much different from parenting girls? What are some of the differences and things parents of boys should be aware of?

On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host Miriam Conner is joined by Dr. Rob Currie, an award-winning author who has given more than 50 presentations to parenting groups. Listen as Currie shares his expertise on raising boys using compelling stories and practical tips.

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aParently Speaking is presented by Northeast Ohio Parent and sponsored in part by Montrose Mazda of Kent.

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Podcast Episode #48: Foster Parenting Jul 26, 2020

Show notes

There are many different ways to become a parent — one of which is to be a foster parent. Fulfilling this great community need comes with its own set of joys and pain, and it takes a special person to be a foster parent.

On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host Miriam Conner speaks with Amanda Bowles, a mother of six, who shares her inspirational 13-year journey as a foster parent.

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aParently Speaking is presented by Northeast Ohio Parent and sponsored in part by Montrose Mazda of Kent.

Interested in being part of a parent panel? Email Miriam at podcast@northeastohioparent.com

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Podcast Episode #47: The Parent-Coach Relationship Jul 12, 2020

Show notes

As a parent, there are many relationships you need to navigate. If your kids play sports, one that can be tricky is the parent-coach relationship.

On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host Miriam Conner speaks with longtime coach and consultant on this topic, Ryan Conner (who also happens to be her husband). He shares what parents should and shouldn’t expect from a coach, how to have a positive experience with your child’s coach at all ages and stages, and much more.

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aParently Speaking is presented by Northeast Ohio Parent and sponsored in part by Montrose Mazda of Kent.

Interested in being part of a parent panel? Email Miriam at podcast@northeastohioparent.com

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