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Futurist(Mom)

Nancy Giordano
Parenting
Technology
Mental Health
Child Development
Education
Artificial Intelligence
Future Generations
Creativity
Resilience
RIE (resources For Infant Educarers)
Fear
Societal Change
Liminal Gap
AI In Education
Employment
AI Companions
Futurism
Distraction
Neuroscience
Teenage Years

Parenting for the future shouldn't feel like guessing in the dark. Weaving her experience as a global futurist, TEDx pioneer and mother of three thriving young adults, Nancy Giordano shares tangible perspectives, real-life stories, and the people you need to know in a quest to explore how kids and families can step confidently into life, work and the world ahead. From developing critical thinking ... more

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For more than two centuries, we’ve organized intelligence around specialization — go deep, pick a lane, master a subject. That model powered the industrial era. But what happens when the challenges our children will inherit refuse to stay in lanes?

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As parents, we are caught in a gut-wrenching paradox. We are told that AI is the non-negotiable key to our children’s economic future, yet we are being asked to hand them tools that have the power to hurt them more profoundly than any social media al... more

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What's the secret to raising kids who are both happy and successful? Esther Wojcicki—"The Godmother of Silicon Valley"—has spent five decades figuring it out. As a legendary "teacher of the year” who built one of America's largest high school journal... more

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We spend a lot of time worrying about the future our children will inherit—but how often do we ask them what they actually want it to look like? Nicolai Sederberg Rottbøll, sustainability leader and founder of Our World 2050, has built a global movem... more

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Juli Rush
Professional futurist and death doula
Episode: Letting Go of the Future You Imagined: Feeling the Grief, Finding the Joy | Juli Rush
Abby Falik
Founder of Global Citizen Year and Co-Founder of The Flight School
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Episode: Pausing the Race to College for a "Launch Year" of Deeper Wisdoms | Abby Falik
Jen Shoemaker-Davidson
Mother and author focused on parenting and communication
Episode: How to Talk to Your Kids About Everything—Including the Future | Jen Davidson Shoemaker
Yarrow Kraner
A five-time founder, curator, convener, and creative strategist
Episode: How to Raise (and Support) a Real Life Superhero | Yarrow Kraner
Gaya Herrington
Sustainability researcher, published author, and global speaker on replacing the economic goal of growth with human and ecological well-being.
Episode: The Wellbeing Economy: Why Our Kids' Future Could Be Better Than Ours | Gaya Herrington
Dr. Mary Poffenroth
Biopsychologist and fear researcher
San Jose State University
Episode: Understanding Fear and Proven Neurohacks to Help Kids (and Parents) Override Overwhelm | Dr. Mary Poffenroth
Deborah Perry Piscione
Silicon Valley-based entrepreneur, innovation expert, and bestselling author
Episode: Employment is Dead; What Comes Next? | Deborah Perry Piscione
Deborah Carlisle Solomon
Child development specialist, author, and educator.
Episode: Your Child’s Confidence Begins in the Crib | Deborah Carlisle Solomon
Dr. Katie Pritchett
Leading organizational strategist, transformational coach, learning and development researcher, and mom to an eight-year-old son.
Episode: Parenting At The Pace Of Change | Dr. Katie Pritchett

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Nancy Giordano
Global futurist, author, and mom of three; host of Futurist(Mom) with a focus on parenting for the future

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 17 ratings
  • Both big picture and deeply human at the same time

    Futurist(Mom) is one of those rare podcasts that manages to feel both big picture and deeply human at the same time. Giordano has a gift for taking the future, which can feel abstract or intimidating, and translating it into something you can actually talk about at the dinner table and take action on immediately. Conversations are grounded while also being expansive with tons of curiosity. As someone who teaches and speaks on the neuroscience of fear, courage, and resilience, I love that this sh... more

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    5
    Mary Poffenroth, Ph.D.
    United States5 months ago
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    Amazing!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Maudecrossland
    United States6 months ago
  • Exactly What’s Needed

    This is exactly what’s needed for today’s parents and leaders to navigate the liminal gap with future casting that’s helpful, hopeful, and informed. Nancy is an incredible guide. Join us!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KTPRIT
    United States7 months ago
  • Way to go, Oracle Moms

    Let’s face it, parenting can bring us to our knees. This podcast turns that surrender in to a kind of reverence - plus has down-to-earth, practical insights and tips.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AustraliaSims
    United States7 months ago
  • A must-listen for anyone interested in the future of parenting!

    Futurist Mom is one of those rare podcasts that manages to be both deeply human and wildly visionary. Each episode blends foresight with heart — exploring how technology, culture, and consciousness are reshaping what it means to raise the next generation. You’ll leave each episode not only inspired, but equipped to think and act differently in a rapidly changing world.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EJPezz
    United States7 months ago

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Guests offer diverse expertise, from neuroscience to education reform, keeping content fresh and relevant.
The host translates big futures into dinner-table topics, making complex ideas feel practical and actionable.
Conversations blend empathy with high-level foresight, offering practical guidance for parents and leaders.

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Pausing the Race to College for a "Launch Year" of Deeper Wisdoms | Abby Falik
Q: Do you want to dive in and talk to us about your past and what has made you so passionate about the work you're doing now?
Abby reflects on feeling like she was running someone else's race after high school and emphasizes her commitment to creating new spaces for young people to pause and discover their true selves.
How to Raise (and Support) a Real Life Superhero | Yarrow Kraner
Q: What are some of the key parts that you think are important to nurture creativity in children?
Encouraging exploration and discussion among diverse perspectives can significantly nurture creativity.
How to Raise (and Support) a Real Life Superhero | Yarrow Kraner
Q: How do parents recognize the superpower in their children without them becoming obsessed about it or putting too much pressure on them?
Parents should focus on emotional safety and freedom of expression to avoid burnout in their children.

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What is Futurist(Mom) about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This program centers on parenting for a changing future, blending foresight with practical guidance. Episodes commonly explore how technology, education, and cultural shifts affect children and family life, from navigating grief and uncertainty to fostering resilience, critical thinking, and ethical decision-making. Guests range from futurists and researchers to educators and parents, offering frameworks for conversations with kids, strategies for navigating AI and automation, and ideas for reimagining education, work, and well-being for the next generation. A few episodes stand out for tying big-picture futures to concrete parenting tactics, such as nurturing creativity, managing fear, and balancing ambition with emotional safety.

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2. Abby Falik
3. Jen Shoemaker-Davidson
4. Yarrow Kraner
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6. Dr. Mary Poffenroth
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