Raising Us: A Parenting Podcast

A Kids Co.

Parenting

Child Development

Resilience

Mental Health

Racism

Artificial Intelligence

Emotional Resilience

Education

Body Image

Communication In Families

Banned Books

Immigration

Parenting Strategies

Fat Phobia

Puberty

Life Lessons

Storytelling

Children's Literature

Advice

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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	185	Founded	5 years ago
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Teaching Kids Self-Compassion to Support Mental Health | Kelli Joy Richardson & Dr. Kristin Neff

Raising resilient kids and understanding how to support their mental health often starts with their self-esteem and self-compassion. Host Elise Hu revisits two empowering conversations to help parents understand how intertwined self-esteem and mental... more

19 May 2026 • 30 min

Talking About Divorce, Separation, and Family Change with Kids | Christina McGhee | A Kids Co.

Divorce can reshape every part of family life for kids and parents alike, from routines and living arrangements to feelings of grief, anger, and confusion. In this episode of Raising Us, Elise Hu talks with divorce parenting expert, educator, and aut... more

12 May 2026 • 32 min

How Do I Talk About Racism With My Kids? Questions From Our Mailbag | Jelani Memory | A Kids Co.

What do you say when your child asks about race, racism, or representation – and you’re not sure where to start? In this special episode of Raising Us, host Elise Hu is joined by Jelani Memory, founder of A Kids Co. and author of A Kids Book About Ra... more

28 Apr 2026 • 37 min

Why Representation in Media Matters for Kids | Angel McCoughty | A Kids Co.

From scrolling on social media to watching sports and TV, kids are constantly absorbing messages about who gets to be seen, and who doesn’t. Joining host Elise Hu to talk about why representation in media matters for kids is WNBA legend and two-time ... more

21 Apr 2026 • 24 min

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Recent Guests

Kelli Richardson Lawson

Emmy Award-winning leader and founder of The SonRise Project

The SonRise Project

Episode: Teaching Kids Self-Compassion to Support Mental Health | Kelli Joy Richardson & Dr. Kristin Neff

Christina McGhee

Divorced parenting expert, educator, and author

Author of Parenting Apart

Episode: Talking About Divorce, Separation, and Family Change with Kids | Christina McGhee | A Kids Co.

Jelani Memory

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

A Kids Co

Episode: How Do I Talk About Racism With My Kids? Questions From Our Mailbag | Jelani Memory | A Kids Co.

Angel McCoughtry

WNBA legend, writer, producer, director

Angel McCoughtry Productions

Episode: Why Representation in Media Matters for Kids | Angel McCoughty | A Kids Co.

Paul Scheer

Comedian, actor, filmmaker; author of Joyful Recollections of Trauma

Actor and author

Episode: How to Talk to Kids About Trauma, Big Emotions, & Feeling Safe | Paul Scheer | A Kids Co.

Dr. Nadine Thornhill

Sex educator who works with families, schools and communities

Everybody Curious (co-host and co-producer)

Episode: Talking to Kids About Sex and Consent Without Feeling Awkward | Dr. Nadine Thornhill | A Kids Co.

Amanda Sobhy

Six-time US national squash champion; Harvard alumna; elite athlete who navigated bulimia and related challenges

Professional squash player

Episode: How to Talk About Eating Disorders with Our Kids | Amanda Sobhy & Jessica Scheer | A Kids Co.

Jessica Scheer

Acting CEO of the National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA)

National Eating Disorders Association

Episode: How to Talk About Eating Disorders with Our Kids | Amanda Sobhy & Jessica Scheer | A Kids Co.

Ayana Elizabeth Johnson

Marine biologist, policy expert, co-founder of the Urban Ocean Lab

Urban Ocean Lab / Author of What If We Get It Right? Visions of Climate Futures

Episode: Talking About Climate Change Without Fear | Dr. Ayana Elizabeth Johnson | A Kids Co.

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Elise Hu

Host of Raising Us, a parenting podcast for grownups raising Big-Question Kids; founder and lead journalist with a focus on parenting conversations and practical guidance.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 167 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 States8 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 States8 months ago
Great parenting podcast
So helpful!!
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5
MoconPodFan
United States9 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
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Bigshopper
United States9 months ago
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Guests bring diverse perspectives and credible expertise, making the discussions informative and trustworthy.

People appreciate the empathetic hosting and real-world applications of the advice given.

Engaging, accessible, and practical for families navigating tough conversations with kids.

Some listeners note a desire for more data-backed facts alongside expert opinions.

A few reviews mention the show's strong focus on emotional topics and inclusive perspectives.

A must-listen for parents wanting to talk about hard topics with age-appropriate language.

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Apple Podcasts	#219	United States/Kids & Family/Parenting
Apple Podcasts	#176	Italy/Kids & Family/Parenting
Apple Podcasts	#9	Brazil/Kids & Family/Parenting
Apple Podcasts	#25	South Korea/Kids & Family/Parenting
Apple Podcasts	#45	India/Kids & Family/Parenting
Apple Podcasts	#45	Brazil/Kids & Family

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Talking About Divorce, Separation, and Family Change with Kids | Christina McGhee | A Kids Co.

Q: What are some best practices you want parents to remember for managing the emotions, the emotional toll of this conversation, if they are going to divorce or divorcing?

She emphasizes having a plan, shore yourself up emotionally, model balanced communication, acknowledge kids' feelings, and be willing to repair when mistakes happen.

Talking About Divorce, Separation, and Family Change with Kids | Christina McGhee | A Kids Co.

Q: Let's start by having you talk about your own experience with divorce first. Did your parents get divorced? Have you been through it?

Christina shares that she did not experience divorce herself but grew up in a divorced family and has spent years as a divorce coach, which informs her perspective on how kids experience transitions.

How Do I Talk About Racism With My Kids? Questions From Our Mailbag | Jelani Memory | A Kids Co.

Q: What if my child feels exhausted by constant talk about race?

Validate their feelings, acknowledge the fatigue, and balance conversations with concrete supportive actions and shared activities that empower them without erasing their emotions.

How Do I Talk About Racism With My Kids? Questions From Our Mailbag | Jelani Memory | A Kids Co.

Q: What is step one for a parent like me who wants to start talking about race with my kids?

Begin from where you are, admit what you don't know, and invite your child into the conversation without trying to deliver a perfect plan. This builds trust and keeps the dialogue open.

Why Representation in Media Matters for Kids | Angel McCoughty | A Kids Co.

Q: Growing up in Baltimore, what did representation in sports and in media look like for you as a young girl who just loved basketball?

Angel shares that there was very little representation of women in basketball during her youth, which made her feel isolated but also motivated her to become a representative herself and to push for more visibility of women in sports.

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1. Kelli Richardson Lawson
2. Christina McGhee
3. Jelani Memory
4. Angel McCoughtry
5. Paul Scheer
6. Dr. Nadine Thornhill
7. Amanda Sobhy
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