
A weekly podcast on parenting teens and launching them into the world. Hosted by Cynthia Yanof with Dr. Ken Wilgus, author of the book "Feeding The Mouth That Bites You."
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 234 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Kids & FamilyParentingEducationHow To | |||

This week’s episode was important enough to re-record: when (and if) you should push your teen to go to therapy. Cynthia and Dr. Ken unpack what therapy actually is, why forcing a resistant teen rarely works, and the surprising ways counseling can so... more
This week, Cynthia and Dr. Ken talk about the flood of parenting advice online—reels, headlines, podcasts, and posts that claim to have “the secret” to raising great kids. Cynthia admits she often hears something, remembers it later, and never actual... more
Happy New Year and welcome to 2026! Cynthia and Dr. Ken kick off the year by ditching the pressure of New Year’s resolutions and instead encouraging parents to look at their parenting trajectory—if nothing changes, is that a good thing or not so much... more
This week on the show, Cynthia and Dr. Ken dig into the age-old issue of entitlement—how it shows up in American culture and how it shapes our teens. They talk about the everyday behaviors that reveal deeper beliefs about self-respect, responsibility... more
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As a mother of four kids ranging from 7 years old to 16 years old, I am extremely grateful for the recommendation of your book just over a year ago. It has helped equip me to parent better with clear expectations and consequences. Although recreating the chart for multiple children was time-consuming, it was well worth it. After reading your book, I began listening to the podcast, which is so helpful to keep me accountable to playing “judge instead of cop” with the end goal of emancipation. Pare... more
And I don’t even have kids yall! I’m serious. I came for the info and stayed for the humor.
What a bummer
I listened to a few episodes and the last one nr 225 on bullying left me disturbed. How are you promoting kids to physically fight and shaming those who choose to physically not participate in fighting if they are being bullied. Calling your son a loser because he didn’t want to be physically violent? Bullying goes so much deeper than physical harm. I felt like there was even laughing happening at the idea of bullying, like having a child who is a bully is something funny. It is not. It is somet... more
This is like my comfort podcast. It’s just so rational in a world that is so upside down. I used to feel mom guilt for not (s)mothering my younger teenagers, but now I feel empowered and like I am empowering them to be adults. I first came to this podcast because I was looking for parenting advice; what I really needed was to let go of so much of the parenting advice (which so much is of structuring/control that doesn’t benefit teenagers) I had heard, and just use common sense. Also, read the bo... more
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The content focuses on parenting strategies for managing the complexities of raising teenagers and preparing them for adulthood. Topics addressed include communication techniques, the emotional challenges of parenting, establishing boundaries, and navigating the ever-evolving relationship dynamics between parents and teens. There is also a notable emphasis on the unique challenges presented by contemporary issues such as technology use, mental health concerns, and societal expectations surrounding adolescence. What sets this show apart is its blend of practical advice with relatable humor, making it an engaging resource for parents looking to enhance their approach to parenting teens.
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1. Cynthia Yanof
2. Cynthia Yanoff
3. Dr. Miriam Grossman
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