Raising Us: A Parenting Podcast

A Kids Co.

Parenting

Racism

Fat Phobia

Body Image

Puberty

Immigration

Child Development

Political Violence

Adolescent Health

Emotional Resilience

Neurodiversity

Children's Literature

Open Conversations With Children

Communication In Families

Banned Books

Family Separation

Social Justice

Identity

Diversity

Sibling Dynamics

Award-winning journalist Elise Hu (TED Talks Daily, Forever35) hosts Raising Us, a parenting podcast for grownups raising Big-Question Kids. From puberty and identity to tech and body image, each episode gives you tools to spark real conversations with your kid(s). Created by A Kids Co. (a family media company) the show blends expert-backed insights with real, lived experiences featuring trusted d... more

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Publishes	Weekly	Episodes	156	Founded	5 years ago
Number of Listeners		Categories	How ToKids & FamilyEducationParenting

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Latest Episodes

Being An LGBTQ+ Ally Goes Beyond Pride Month | Jeanette Jennings & Dr. Diane Ehrensaft | A Kids Co.

Open conversations about gender and identity are more pervasive than ever. Policies impacting gender identity and transgender youth dominate the headlines and ballots. How can parents really guide our kids through big questions about who they are and... more

Yesterday • 36 min

How to Raise Kids Who Care About Their Communities | Sharon McMahon of The Pre-Amble | A Kids Co.

Democracy works best when the kids in our lives know their voices matter. Elise Hu talks with educator and author Sharon McMahon about helping families understand civic life beyond the ballot box. Learn how to discuss political differences with respe... more

4 Nov 2025 • 31 min

Seeing Our Kids As Individuals Instead of a Unit | Susan Dominus | A Kids Co.

Sibling relationships can be some of the most loving — and challenging — connections kids can experience. Sue Dominus, award winning New York Times journalist and author of The Family Dynamic: A Journey into the Mystery of Sibling Success, joins Elis... more

28 Oct 2025 • 26 min

Racism Isn’t Too Big a Topic for Kids | W. Kamau Bell and Jelani Memory | A Kids Co.

We hear about racism all the time in our neighborhoods, on the news, and on social media. But what does it actually look like to talk about race with our families, especially with kids? How do we help everyone understand each other, instead of shutti... more

21 Oct 2025 • 34 min

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Recent Guests

Jeanette Jennings

President and co-founder of the Trans Kids Purple Rainbow Foundation, and mother of transgender activist Jazz Jennings

Episode: Being An LGBTQ+ Ally Goes Beyond Pride Month | Jeanette Jennings & Dr. Diane Ehrensaft | A Kids Co.

Dr. Diane Ehrensaft

Director of Mental Health at the UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Child and Adolescent Gender Center.

UCSF

Episode: Being An LGBTQ+ Ally Goes Beyond Pride Month | Jeanette Jennings & Dr. Diane Ehrensaft | A Kids Co.

Sharon McMahon

Award-winning educator, founder and editor-in-chief of the newsletter The Preamble, and host of the podcast Here's Where It Gets Interesting.

Episode: How to Raise Kids Who Care About Their Communities | Sharon McMahon of The Pre-Amble | A Kids Co.

Susan Dominus

An award-winning New York Times journalist and author.

The New York Times

Episode: Seeing Our Kids As Individuals Instead of a Unit | Susan Dominus | A Kids Co.

W. Kamau Bell

Comedian and Emmy Award-winning host of CNN's United Shades of America

Episode: Racism Isn’t Too Big a Topic for Kids | W. Kamau Bell and Jelani Memory | A Kids Co.

Jelani Memory

Founder of A Kids Co and author of A Kids Book About Racism

A Kids Co.

Episode: Racism Isn’t Too Big a Topic for Kids | W. Kamau Bell and Jelani Memory | A Kids Co.

Duncan Tonatiuh

Award-winning Mexican-American author and illustrator

Episode: Explaining Immigration to Kids When the Headlines Hit Home | Negin Farsad and Duncan Tonatiuh | A Kids Co.

Negin Farsad

Comedian, writer, TED Fellow, and host of the podcast Fake the Nation

Episode: Explaining Immigration to Kids When the Headlines Hit Home | Negin Farsad and Duncan Tonatiuh | A Kids Co.

Jason Reynolds

New York Times bestselling author of young adult novels and poems, including All American Boys and Long Way Down

Episode: Why Kids Need Banned Books | Jason Reynolds and Dr. Emily Knox | A Kids Co.

Host

Elise Hu

Award-winning journalist and host of the podcast, with experience on platforms such as TED Talks Daily and Forever35. She provides insights aimed at helping parents navigate challenging conversations with their kids.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 165 ratings

Great for this confusing time to be alive
Approachable, doable, actionable advice for talking with your kids about tough topics (like body stuff). Really looking forward to more episodes.
Apple Podcasts
5
Robertgouldshaw
United States2 months ago
My new fav
Raising Us is my new favorite podcast! I’m always looking to get smarter on topics that my kids will undoubtedly want to talk about. I will definitely keep coming back every week!
Apple Podcasts
5
jdm217
United States2 months ago
Great parenting podcast
So helpful!!
Apple Podcasts
5
MoconPodFan
United States2 months ago
More necessary than ever
So glad this show exists to help parents navigate difficult conversations with their kids. It’s very entertaining and very instructive
Apple Podcasts
5
Bigshopper
United States2 months ago
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Some reviews express concerns over the show's perspective on race and social issues, suggesting a need for balance in discussions.

Overall, the podcast is seen as a valuable resource for parents, but some desire more direct insights into parenting strategies.

Listeners appreciate the thoughtful exploration of complex topics, feeling more equipped to engage in meaningful conversations with their children.

Positive feedback highlights the educational and kid-friendly approaches to sensitive subjects, which resonate with families.

Many comments reflect a desire for more factual basis over opinion, indicating a mixed response to the subjective nature of some discussions.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts	#190	United States/Kids & Family/Parenting
Apple Podcasts	#120	Canada/Kids & Family/Parenting
Apple Podcasts	#248	Canada/Kids & Family
Apple Podcasts	#35	Italy/Kids & Family/Parenting
Apple Podcasts	#103	Italy/Kids & Family
Apple Podcasts	#20	China/Kids & Family/Parenting

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Being An LGBTQ+ Ally Goes Beyond Pride Month | Jeanette Jennings & Dr. Diane Ehrensaft | A Kids Co.

Q: For parents who are nervous about having their first talks about gender with their kids, no matter how their kids identify, where do you recommend they start?

They should share that transgender people are like anyone else, acknowledging that kids might feel differently about their identity. It's essential to support the child and recognize what they feel inside.

Seeing Our Kids As Individuals Instead of a Unit | Susan Dominus | A Kids Co.

Q: What can parents do to see the difference and the uniqueness of each of our kids?

Parents should embrace their kids for who they are, appreciating their unique qualities rather than pushing them to become stars.

Seeing Our Kids As Individuals Instead of a Unit | Susan Dominus | A Kids Co.

Q: How do sibling relationships compare with parental influence in shaping a child's drive and achievements later on?

Siblings can be more effective than parents in guiding each other because they have a vision about the future that parents might not have.

Seeing Our Kids As Individuals Instead of a Unit | Susan Dominus | A Kids Co.

Q: What was your experience like? How did your early family life shape your understanding of sibling relationships?

I am very close to both of my siblings, but my brother is six years older. He influenced me to start the high school newspaper, shaping my career path.

Explaining Immigration to Kids When the Headlines Hit Home | Negin Farsad and Duncan Tonatiuh | A Kids Co.

Q: If you could give parents one piece of advice about guiding their kids through tough situations like family separation and some of the detentions that we're seeing, what would that advice be?

The advice would be to remind children that their upbringing and education are designed to prepare them for involvement in their community and democratic processes.

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The content focuses on empowering parents to tackle pressing questions that children have as they grow up. Topics range from navigating puberty and body image issues to discussing political differences and societal pressures. Episodes are often framed around expert discussions and personal stories to provide actionable insights, aimed at fostering healthy dialogues between parents and children. The podcast is characterized by its sensitive and age-appropriate approach to complex subjects, making it a valuable resource for families looking to engage in meaningful conversations with their kids. With a diverse array of guests, including educators and authors, the show aims to equip parents with the tools they need to address both everyday and ... more

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1. Jeanette Jennings
2. Dr. Diane Ehrensaft
3. Sharon McMahon
4. Susan Dominus
5. W. Kamau Bell
6. Jelani Memory
7. Duncan Tonatiuh
8. Negin Farsad

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