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Good Inside with Dr. Becky

Good Inside
Parenting
Child Development
Parenting Strategies
Mental Health
Emotional Intelligence
Fatherhood
Resilience
Emotional Regulation
Traveling With Kids
Parenting Challenges
Motherhood
Stress Management
Family Dynamics
Anxiety
Deeply Feeling Kids
Emotional Support
Self-Trust
Sibling Rivalry
Parenting Techniques
Separation Anxiety

Join clinical psychologist and mom of three Dr. Becky Kennedy on her weekly podcast, as she takes on tough parenting questions and delivers actionable guidance—all in short episodes, because we know time is hard to find as a parent. Her breakthrough approach has enabled thousands of people to get more comfortable in discomfort, make repairs after mistakes, and always see the good inside. You'll ga... more

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There's a lot of noise about what AI will do to jobs. What will it do to one of the most important jobs in the world: parenting?

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When a woman becomes a mother, her brain physically reorganizes around the baby. We've known this for a while. What we didn't know (until recently) is that the same thing happens to dads.

Dr. Darby Saxbe is a neuroscientist and psychologist at USC, ... more

“If I don’t push my kid, they’ll waste their potential.” A lot of us believe this. But is it true?

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Dr. Cassidy Freitas grew up watching her mom — a Hispanic judge who fought her way into white male spaces with no margin for error — come home carrying that same no-error version of herself. Her dad pushed straight A's as the path to financial safety... more

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Darby Saxbe
Neuroscientist and psychologist researching the neuroscience of fatherhood
USC
Episode: Great Dads Are Made, Not Born: The Neuroscience of Fatherhood
Cassidy Freitas
Licensed marriage and family therapist, author focused on perfectionism in motherhood
Independent/private practice
Episode: Never Off Duty: Perfectionism and Motherhood
Austin Kleon
Author, artist, and writer of Steal Like an Artist, Show Your Work, Keep Going
Author
Episode: Stop Trying to Make Your Kids Creative
Joanna Stern
Former tech reporter for the Wall Street Journal
The Wall Street Journal
Episode: What AI Could Be Doing to Our Kids
Jessica Shepherd
Board-certified OB/GYN, women's health and sexual wellness expert, menopause specialist, Chief Medical Officer at Hers
Hers
Episode: Why Some Couples Have Better Sex After Kids
Lindsay Gibson
Psychologist and author
Episode: Why Your Kid’s Behavior Feels So Big
Kevin Maguire
Author of The New Fatherhood; advocate for conscious fatherhood and vulnerable leadership
The New Fatherhood / Sub-stack author
Episode: The New Fatherhood: “You Either Sort It Out or Pass It On”
Caro Chambers
Mom of four, cookbook author, and creator of What to Cook When You Don't Feel Like Cooking
Self / Personal brand
Episode: The Thoughts New Parents Don’t Say Out Loud
Leah Smart
Writer, executive coach, and first-time mom
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Episode: The Thoughts New Parents Don’t Say Out Loud

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Dr. Becky Kennedy
Host of Good Inside with Dr. Becky

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 7.4k ratings
  • interesting..

    This was such an interesting episode to listen to, especially the shift from seeing screen time as a discipline issue to understanding the deeper brain patterns behind it. I liked how the conversation balanced science with practical parenting strategies in a way that felt thoughtful and approachable.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mary Burruss
    United States2 months ago
  • Good info, too many ads

    Such a shame. Ads galore. This podcast could be half the length.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Becm2712
    Australia2 months ago
  • New Format❤️❤️❤️

    Love, love, love the new format, How We were Raised. This is such a powerful idea. Several times I cried listening to the conversation with Will.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lisa Pasquala
    United States3 months ago
  • So valuable

    This podcast has become so valuable and important to me. Dr. Becky makes me feel SO seen as a parent and it’s rare that I can finish an episode without being a little teary. Her topics cover just about everything in parenthood and even though my son is only one and half, I feel better prepared to parent him at all stages of his childhood. It’s also been incredibly healing for some parts of my own childhood that still hurt. Thank you, thank you ❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    amanda.lili
    United States3 months ago
  • Favorite go-to parenting podcast and person

    Dr. Becky is incredible, the way she describes what we are going through as parents and the principles that can guide our efforts as well as practical steps.. I love everything she has done and how she does it. Thank you for this incredibly helpful resource and all the resources you’ve created!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TinaS19
    United States3 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the compassionate, evidence-based guidance and practical tools for parenting.
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Many praise the host's warmth and ability to make complex topics feel accessible.

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Are You Pushing Your Kid or Managing Your Fear?
Q: What should I do after receiving a low grade to avoid overreacting and instead support my child's growth?
Take time to journal and reflect, separate your own triggers from your child's experience, and focus on a calm, collaborative discussion that centers on effort, strategies, and long-term learning instead of the grade itself.
Are You Pushing Your Kid or Managing Your Fear?
Q: Is it true that if I don't push my kid, my kid is going to waste their potential?
Not necessarily; the conversation shifts to whether the concern is about the slope of your child's effort and how you intervene, focusing on effort, learning, and the process rather than simply pushing for top grades.
Never Off Duty: Perfectionism and Motherhood
Q: What is one thing someone could do in the moment of a strong perfectionist urge to shift a little or try something new?
Pause, reconnect with your body, and acknowledge the feeling while gently choosing a different, kinder voice that respects your values and offers practical next steps.
Two Parenting Styles, One Family, and Conflicting Boundaries - Revisit
Q: What concrete steps can be taken to move toward less binary parenting and more predictable routines?
Dr. Becky suggests labeling the two approaches, introducing a playful exercise where one parent temporarily practices the other's boundary style, and selecting one area to hold strictly before expanding. She emphasizes using a collaborative plan, validating both sides, and planning in advance to reduce surprise meltdowns.
Two Parenting Styles, One Family, and Conflicting Boundaries - Revisit
Q: Can you share one example that brings a lot of this to life, like how your husband's in-and-out approach affects routines?
Carmella describes bedtime and dinner as recurring stress points where differences in boundary setting cause meltdowns, and explains that when her husband travels or is home inconsistently, the kids push back harder and her emotional load increases. Dr. Becky validates the pattern and reframes it as a shared challenge that can be addressed by focusing on a single consistent boundary and improving the way they communicate about it.

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What is Good Inside about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A practical, psychology-informed show focused on parenting, relationships, and self-improvement. Episodes center on parenting dynamics, emotional regulation, intimacy after kids, and how to repair, set boundaries, and lead with curiosity. Guests range from clinicians and authors to high-profile parents and creatives, offering clinical context, personal experience, and actionable strategies for navigating modern parenting, family life, and personal growth. A notable strength is blending research-backed insights with real-life anecdotes, making complex ideas feel attainable for busy listeners. A recurring edge is the host's emphasis on presence, compassion, and systems thinking to help families feel “good inside.” This blend of expert guidanc... more

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4. Joanna Stern
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