Raising Good Humans
Aliza PressmanAs a parent, do you ever wish someone could just whisper some realistic and trustworthy support in your ear? And not make you feel awful for not having all the answers? Well, that's what I'm here for. I'm Dr. Aliza Pressman, developmental psychologist, NYT bestselling author of The Five Principles of Parenting: Your Essential Guide to Raising Good Humans, Associate Clinical Professor, and Co-Found... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 428 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ParentingEducationKids & Family | |||
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Latest Episodes
Worried AI will make your kids stop thinking?
If you’ve watched your child ask a chatbot for the answer and wondered what that’s doing to their brain, you’re not alone, and the picture is more hopeful than the headlines suggest. In this episode of R... more
Getting nothing but "fine"?
Dr. Aliza Pressman on why your questions shut kids down and what actually gets them to open up and talk to you.
If "How was your day?" only ever gets you a "fine" (or an eye roll), you're not alone, and it doesn't mean s... more
Gentle parenting turned permissive?
Somewhere between "because I said so" and "is it okay if we go to bed now?", many well-meaning parents lost their footing. In this episode of Raising Good Humans, Dr. Siggie and Dr. Aliza are answering listener qu... more
Does homework time in your house end in tears, arguments, or a kid still awake at midnight?
In this episode, Dr. Aliza Pressman sits down with Dr. Ellen Braaten, founding director of the Learning and Emotional Assessment Program (LEAP) at Massachuse... more
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- Insightful, so helpful
I am devouring episodes of your show while navigating a high conflict divorce and two kids under 9 who present as neurodivergent, which I am too (ADHD, diagnosed in adulthood like many women).
I find this show so helpful in giving me applicable tools to use and accessible ways I can course correct when the stress gets the best of me, which happens a lot during a time of strain on the whole system. My children are suffering and in distress and parenting was hard enough before this upheaval in th... more
Apple Podcasts5TishTash 79
United States12 days ago - Exceptional
I have never loved a podcast more.
Apple Podcasts5mypoearsUnited States13 days ago - Neuropsych
As a learning specialist in a NYC, I really appreciated Dr Joanna Jacobs’ positive perspective on evaluating and understanding children’s learning profiles. It’s very important for the health of the child and the parent to understand the superpowers as well as the differences. I would love to hear more of her strategies of implementing accommodations in the classroom. Dr Jacobs seemed brilliant and kind- a winning combination in education. Dr Pressman- your questions demonstrated your understand... more
Apple Podcasts5Lark120!United States3 months ago - Fantastic interview
Dr. Joanna Jacobs give such thoughtful, compassionate, insightful answers to Dr. Aliza’s questions. This interview is a must listen not only for parents, but for teachers as well.
Apple Podcasts5Quills5United States3 months ago - Beautiful advice
I just started listening at work last week and haven’t stopped. I’ve learned a lot of beautiful advice and it’s really made me feel more secure in parenting. Very helpful!! 🩷
Apple Podcasts5jessicagaylord93United States4 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #11 | United States/Kids & Family/Parenting |
Apple Podcasts | #28 | United States/Kids & Family |
Apple Podcasts | #2 |  Canada/Kids & Family/Parenting |
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What is Raising Good Humans about and what kind of topics does it cover?
A practical, research-backed show focused on parenting, child development, and family well-being. Episodes frequently feature scholars, clinicians, and authors who translate psychology and education research into actionable strategies for parents, teachers, and caregivers. The conversation style emphasizes empathy, real-life applicability, and modest, evidence-informed guidance, often paired with sponsor integrations. A standout trait is the blend of neuroscience, attachment, and practical parenting frameworks (like brief models and structured conversations) applied to everyday family life. The show consistently centers on helping listeners raise well-adjusted kids while balancing modern parenting challenges, making it attractive to parents... more
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Recent guests on Raising Good Humans include:
1. Vivienne Ming
2. Dr. Siggie Cohen
3. Dr. Ellen Braaten
4. David Thomas
5. Sissy Goff
6. Dr. Shefali
7. Angela Duckworth
8. Dr. Anna Johnson
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