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PONDERING PURPLE

Michele Phoenix
Third Culture Kids
Missionary Kids
Missionary Culture
Boarding Schools
Parenting
Grief
Identity
Pieces Of Purple
Neurodiversity
Cultural Identity
Mks
Shoulds
Positive Childhood Experiences
Adverse Childhood Experiences
Mental Health
Education
Trauma
God
Faith
Transition Stress

Michèle Phoenix, international speaker and writer on issues related to Third Culture Kids, highlights her most popular and helpful articles in a format you can consume on the go.

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Recent Guests

Becca McKay
Trauma professional with personal experience as a TCK/MK
Episode: Chapters 6 & 7 - Conversation (Grief and Trauma)
Camille Kautzman
On the autistic spectrum, tax accountant
Private individual
Episode: Pt 3 - TCKs & NEURODIVERSITY: TCKs Tell Their Stories
Debbie Miller
Diagnosed autistic at 53, ADHD and auditory processing disorder
Independent
Episode: Pt 3 - TCKs & NEURODIVERSITY: TCKs Tell Their Stories
Jenilee Goodwin
Former missionary, author, speaker, life coach, and mother of three neurodivergent MKs
Self-described; guest of the episode
Episode: Pt 1 - TCKs & NEURODIVERSITY: A Conversation with Jenilee Goodwin
Alissa Crooks
Parent and former educator with experience in supporting TCKs
Episode: Chapter 3 - Conversation (Passport Culture)
Josh Crooks
Missionary and parent of three TCKs
Free Burma Rangers
Episode: Chapter 3 - Conversation (Passport Culture)
Jon Mark Davis
A Third Culture Kid who grew up in Malaysia and Singapore, sharing his experiences as an MK and his reflections from a reentry retreat.
Episode: Chapter 2 - Conversation (The Adoptive Culture)
Lauren Wells
Founder and CEO of TCK Training and the Unstacking Company, pioneer in TCK understanding and care
TCK Training
Episode: GPS - Transition Stress in Children: What Does Normal Look Like?
Rachel Allord
Author of the novel The Girl on the Tube
Episode: GPS - Eight Ways to Help Your TCK Grieve

Host

Michèle Phoenix
Host of Pondering Purple; advocate and writer focusing on Third Culture Kids and related issues.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 78 ratings
  • Great podcast!!

    Michele has lived the life of a TCK so when she speaks about it sho really knows what she is talking about. It is so nice to listen to a podcast that not only understands me, but also wants to help me live out my TCK-ness in the best possible way. I cannot recommend this podcast enough!

    (I am a TCK as well, and have raised my 3 kids as TCKs in Eastern Europe.)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mattalbman
    United States6 years ago
  • Gets me!

    The insight into the background I have always had a hard time explaining is spot on. Thank you Michéle for helping me put things into words that I haven’t been able to up until now. Keep up the good work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EndAverage
    United States6 years ago
  • A must listen

    First off, Michele’s voice is comforting, empathic, encouraging and just so beautiful to listen to. The content that is about to be shared in future episodes are so vital to so many in our lives today. I’m stoked for the next episode! Here for it, Michele! Love you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fiona Custer
    United States7 years ago

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Guests and topics are viewed as hopeful and practically useful for families navigating global life.
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The show is seen as a trusted resource for mental health and cross-cultural parenting in nomadic communities.
Listeners praise the host's empathetic, lived-experience-driven storytelling.

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Chapter 3 - Conversation (Passport Culture)
Q: What were your experiences each individually, your anticipation of coming back and your experience of landing here?
Both Josh and Alissa expressed mixed feelings; Alissa was excited to communicate in her native language but also nervous about changing dynamics with family while Josh was focused on navigating the emotional challenges of repatriation.
Chapter 2 - Conversation (The Adoptive Culture)
Q: What was your impression of the reentry retreat?
It was wonderful to revisit my heart as a TCK and share experiences with other MKs.

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The show centers on experiences of Third Culture Kids (TCKs) and Missionary Kids (MKs), exploring cross-cultural identity, belonging, and mental health through personal stories and expert perspectives. Recent episodes frequently cover neurodiversity, grief and trauma in nomadic families, and practical parenting and support strategies for globally mobile children. A notable strength is blending memoir-style storytelling with actionable guidance for caregivers, educators, and faith communities, making complex cross-cultural dynamics accessible and hopeful for listeners who share these journeys or work with similar communities.

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1. Becca McKay
2. Camille Kautzman
3. Debbie Miller
4. Jenilee Goodwin
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6. Josh Crooks
7. Jon Mark Davis
8. Lauren Wells

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