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Kids Ask Dr. Friendtastic is a weekly, 5-min. podcast for children about making and keeping friends. Each episode features an audio recording of a question about friendship from a kid (gr. K-8) plus a practical and thought-provoking answer from Eileen Kennedy-Moore, PhD, (aka Dr. Friendtastic,) an author and clinical psychologist based in Princeton, NJ. For transcripts and discussion questions: ht... more

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Ep. 155 - Kids Ask Dr. Friendtastic: Finding a balance between caring and freedom | Friendship advice for kids

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Ep. 154 - Kids Ask Dr. Friendtastic: Listen to be heard | Friendship advice for kids

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Ep. 153 - Kids Ask Dr. Friendtastic: Don't give up a good friendship because it's not perfect | Friendship advice for kids

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Re-release Ep. 42 - Kids Ask Dr. Friendtastic: 4 Areas of Friendship | Friendship advice for kids

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 111 ratings
  • Hi

    Im a HUGE fan

    Hello im mirabelle and im 10 years old

    Could you make one about coming out to your friends?

    By example LBGTQ,trans,etc

    Tysm for reading this

    Edit:im 11 now and I struggle a-lot and can i get some advice?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AB50LUT3_W13RD0
    Canada9 months ago
  • My daughter loves this

    This podcast is so very helpful for kids navigating friendships. Unfortunately kids don’t really learn how to be friends so this podcast helps them to navigate the inevitable bumps in the road.

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    5
    AnonymousReviewer41
    United Statesa year ago
  • 🦞🦞🦞🦞🦞🦞🦞🦞🦞🐙🦞🦞🦞

    having plans with one friend and wanting to make plans with another friend

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    5
    bri the 🐈
    United Statesa year ago
  • Hi

    Im a HUGE fan

    Hello im mirabelle and im 10 years old

    Could you make one about coming out to your friends?

    By example LBGTQ,trans,etc

    Tysm for reading this!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AB50LUT3_W13RD0
    Canada2 years ago
  • So helpful

    I love this podcast. You really get the point across in a calm, warm, and clear way. Thank you for making this so helpful. There the perfect length for all ages.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ❤️itsawsometoday
    United States2 years ago

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Parents appreciate the real kid voices and age-appropriate scripts.
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Not invited to the sleepover! (Jim, Age 12) | Ep. 153
Q: Here's today's question. Hi, I'm Jim. I'm 12. I was just wondering what if my friends have a sleepover without me?
Dr. Friendtastic acknowledges Jim's hurt, offers possible explanations, stresses avoiding immediate anger, and provides strategies to cope—like expanding the group, inviting everyone, or re-evaluating the friendship while keeping communication open.
How to reconnect with old friends (Georgia, Age 10) | 152
Q: Hi, I'm Georgia and I'm 10 years old. My question is, how do I become friends again with my old friends, who I've not played with for a very long time?
The host explains that long-ago friendships can be revived by recognizing that old friends often welcome reconnecting more than we expect, starting with a brief message to show interest, then moving toward in-person interactions and shared activities to rebuild the bond.
Why is it so hard to say “I’m sorry”? (Minta, Age almost 10) | 151
Q: Was it so hard to be the first one to say sorry to a friend?
The host explains that apologies are about caring for the other person, not labeling oneself as bad, and offers practical steps like stating what was done wrong and what will be done differently to repair the relationship.
Friends aren’t listening to her! (Bella, Age 10) | Ep. 149
Q: What might be getting in the way of your friends listening to you?
The host identifies several patterns—central kids dominating the group, yes-no cycles, and moments where the child isn't clear about her own desires—and offers strategies like one-on-one chats, clear communication, and listening to understand as ways to improve listening and increase closeness.
Avoiding conflict with friends (Zen, Age 6) | re-release Ep. 57
Q: Hello, Dr. Friendtastic. My name is Zen and I'm six years old. My question is, how do you not let conflicts happen?
The host explains that conflicts will happen in friendships and that there's no way to prevent them completely; instead, focus on understanding your friend, expressing yourself calmly, and seeking compromises. Importantly, if tensions rise, take a short break to cool down and then come back to talk with kindness. The goal is to learn about each other and strengthen the friendship through thoughtful communication and forgiveness when needed.

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A short, practical show tailored for kids and families, focusing on how to make and keep friends through empathy, clear communication, and age-appropriate conflict resolution. Episodes feature real questions from kids, answered with concrete scripts, actionable strategies, and gentle guidance grounded in developmental psychology. The format centers on accessible, hopeful advice, encouraging listeners to experiment with different social approaches while prioritizing kindness, inclusion, and self-regulation. Noteworthy strengths include hosting that speaks to children directly, a research-informed approach, and useful takeaways that families can apply at home or in school settings.

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