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How do we help boys listen & learn?  Image by Andrew Steele via Flickr In month whatever of the pandemic, we're all grappling with a lot of tough questions, including what to do about school and injustice and inequality. We can't give you any easy answers regarding schooling during  the cornonavirus pandemic or the fight for equality and justice. There aren't any easy answers to those complex situations. However, we CAN equip you with some information and strategies that will help boys listen and learn. In this Listener Q & A, we discuss male communication and learning during a pandemic. Jacquie asks: How are these new [pandemic-related] policies going to make school even harder for our boys? Talking about social distancing, less chance to play with others... Ashley asks: Why don't males listen? What am I doing wrong? Leah asks: What does "use 80% less words" look like in practice? Leah says: I find it fascinating watching how my older son (age 23) is 'cutting the apron strings' and gravitating toward his dad.So my questions are: When can we expect this to happen? How do we make that process as pain-free as possible (or, in reverse, make it angst-ridden)? What is the science behind them needed to do that? Why is it important? In this episode, Jen & Janet discuss: How parents can support schools and learning during the pandemic Meeting boys' need for movement and connection in an era of social distancing When to opt-out of school Accepting your kids' "normal" What's really going on when boys "don't listen" How to get your son to listen (Spoiler alert: Connect before you direct.) Improving communication with your son Managing feelings of disrespect Boys' relationship w their dads When boys start to pull away from mom Links we mentioned (or should have) in this episode: From Boys to Men: Helping Our Tween and Teen Boys Grow Into Good Men -- Maggie Dent's latest book (mentioned at 18:46) Parenting Boys w Maggie Dent - Part 1 -- ON BOYS episode Parenting Boys w Maggie Dent -- Part 2 -- ON BOYS episode FREE Breakthrough Session w Janet -- link to her schedule (mentioned at 27:10) Personal Hygiene for Tween & Teen Boys -- ON BOYS episode mentioned at 35:44 Building Boys Bulletin -- Jen's subscription newsletter STAY CONNECTED WITH JANET & JEN: Join the Building Boys FB group and the Boys Alive! FB group Be sure to opt-in at  Boys Alive! .com for your free report “3 Simple Tips to CONNECT with Your Boy.”  And subscribe to Building Boys Bulletin, a weekly email newsletter filled w boy-specific info & inspiration. Follow us on Instagram:  @on.boys.podcast and @boys.alive Twitter:  @ParentAdvisor and @BuildingBoys  LinkedIn:  use this link for Janet and use this link for JenniferAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

We all want to raise good men. But how? It's one thing to WANT To raise good men, and another to figure out what that means on a daily basis. Exactly HOW do we raise good men? Aaron Gouveia is the author of Raising Boys to be Good Men: A Parent's Guide to Bringing Up Happy Sons in a World Filled with Toxic Masculinity. He's also the founder of the Daddy Files and dad to 3 boys, currently ages 12, 7 and 4. "When I first heard the term 'toxic masculinity,' I did what most men do: I rolled my eyes and thought, 'Stop trying to vilify masculinity.'" Aaron says. "It took years for me to really understand what it is  -- and it's a million different things. It's death by a thousand paper cuts." Stereotypical expectations of masculinity are so embedded in our culture that they're everywhere -- and most of us unwittingly contribute to the perpetuation of these not-very-helpful stereotypes. Parenting 3 boys (& writing the book) forced Aaron to reflect on his actions in the past and it "wasn't pretty," he said. "This book is a laundry list of thing I did that contributed to a problem I thought I was fighting against," Aaron says. Listening -- really listening -- to others, including stay-at-home dads, black fathers and feminist moms,helped Aaron see the ways in which he was unconsciously supporting inequality and harmful, limiting stereotypes. That was not fun; it was painful. But Aaron encourages others to seek out and listen to diverse viewpoints. "Listen to them. Sit with what they say. Have the courage to uncomfortable," Aaron says. "You might find out that you're part of the problem.But it's what you do after you know better that matters." In this episode, Jen, Janet & Aaron discuss: "Toxic masculinity" -- public perceptions of the term & Aaron's definition The connection between masculinity and mask-wearing Fatherhood & stay-at-home dads How stereotypes hold back boys & men How moms unintentionally interfere w dads' parenting Discussing consent with boys Preparing boys to be "upstanders" What happened when Aaron's 5-yr-old wore nail polish to school How to encourage boys in the face of opposition Single moms raising boys Links we mentioned (or should have) in this episode: Daddy Files -- Aaron's online home Raising Boys to be Good Men: A Parent's Guide to Bringing Up Happy Sons in a World Filled with Toxic Masculinity -- Aaron's book Raising Boys to Be Good Men: Book Review -- Building Boys blog post Masculinity in the Age of #MeToo -- ON BOYS episode Meet Aaron Gouveia, the Dad Who Defended Son's Nail Polish in Viral Twitter Thread -- article about the incident that ultimately led to Aaron's book In Defense of Single Moms Raising Boys -- Building Boys blog post Tips for Single Moms Raising Boys -- Building Boys blog post STAY CONNECTED WITH JANET & JEN: Join the Building Boys FB group and the Boys Alive! FB group Be sure to opt-in at  Boys Alive! .com for your free report “3 Simple Tips to CONNECT with Your Boy.”  And subscribe to Building Boys Bulletin, a weekly email newsletter filled w boy-specific info & inspiration. Follow us on Instagram:  @on.boys.podcast and @boys.alive Twitter:  @ParentAdvisor and @BuildingBoys  LinkedIn:  use this link for Janet and use this link for JenniferAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Sassy Harvey believes "my boy can." The mother of a young son who loves dance, Barbie and princesses. Sassy started a social movement after her then 4-year-old son quit dance because he'd been told that only girls and gay people dance. Now, My Boy Can is supporting boys and their parents as they challenge gender stereotypes that so often hold boys back. "I didn't want my son to feel he couldn't do something because he was a boy, because society deems certain activities 'for girls," Sassy says. She wants all children (and adults) to be able to freely participate in activities they enjoy, without being subject to stigma or shaming. One of her first projects was organizing a photo shoot of boy dancers in her hometown, Portsmouth, England, to help the boys realize they are not alone. "Initially, I thought there were about 20," she says. 140 boys, ranging in age from 3-21, responded to her call. On the day of the photo shoot, boys connected, shared stories and realized they had much in common. "A community spirit naturally grew, and we realized the power of coming together," Sassy says. And this, Janet says, is how change happens. In this episode, Jen, Janet & Sassy discuss: The power of parents to challenge stereotypes Supporting boys' interests Online dance classes & makeup classes for boys Why (& how) to make space for boys to talk about what they care about Building boys' resilience & mental health Links we mentioned (or should have) in this episode: "My Boy Can" Parenting -- our first ON BOYS conversation w Sassy My Boy Can web page -- includes links to virtual dance classes and the My Boy Can dance contest My Boy Can - FB group (check here for info about dance workshops) Yes, Boys Can Dance -- Building Boys blog post referencing the Prince-George-dancing situation referenced at 4:58 Kids From Wisconsin - Wisconsin-based organization that gives young performers (singer/dancers and musicians) training and performance opportunities (mentioned at 17:54.) Fun Fact: the photo accompanying Yes, Boys Can Dance (blog post listed above) is Jen's oldest son performing w Kids From Wisconsin My Boy Can chat featuring Janet Allison Supporting Boys' Interests -- our ON BOYS conversation w Jeremy Neves, which includes his story of navigating his son's Barbie & princess obsession. Fun Fact: we connected Jeremy & Sassy after this conversation. STAY CONNECTED WITH JANET & JEN: Join the Building Boys FB group and the Boys Alive! FB group Be sure to opt-in at  Boys Alive! .com for your free report “3 Simple Tips to CONNECT with Your Boy.”  And subscribe to Building Boys Bulletin, a weekly email newsletter filled w boy-specific info & inspiration. Follow us on Instagram:  @on.boys.podcast and @boys.alive Twitter:  @ParentAdvisor and @BuildingBoys  LinkedIn:  use this link for Janet and use this link for JenniferAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Can a book club help boys enjoy reading?  Yes, says Erin O'Donnell, a mom of two boys and author of How to Start a Kids Book Club. She and a bunch of other moms started a mother/son book club when their sons were in 3rd grade, on the cusp of the transition from learning to read to reading to learn. Some of the boys were already avid readers. Others were not. "We were really hoping that peer pressure would be a powerful force in getting them to collectively enjoy books," Erin says. Of course, the boys' club looks a little different than many typical book clubs. "Our meetings have often been chaotic, to be honest," Erin notes. The boys considered naming their club "The Barfing Book Boys" before settling on "The Lakeside Book Boys." In this episode, Jen, Janet & Erin discuss: How a book club can inspire reading and build relationships Why boys must have a voice in the formation and functioning of their club How to find discussion questions The important role of food How MOMS benefit from a mother/son book club How BOYS benefit from book club Using books to stimulate discussion about real issues and emotions Links we mentioned (or should have) in this episode: How to Start a Kids Book Club -- Erin's Parents article Common Sense Media -- mentioned at 33:50; great place for parents to check out a book's themes and topics 15 Great Book Group Picks (Recommended by the Lakeside Book Boys) Booked by Kwame Alexander Endling: The Last by Katherine Applegate The Terrible Two by Mac Barnet and Jory John Wonder by RJ Palacio The Girl Who Drank the Moon by Kelly Barnhill Out of My Mind by Sharon Draper Because of Mr. Terupt by Rob Boyea The Explorer by Katherine Rundell The Lifters by Dave Eggers The Westing Game by Ellen Raskin Posted by John David Anderson The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins Dread Nation by Justina Ireland The Outsiders by S.E. Hinton The Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman STAY CONNECTED WITH JANET & JEN: Join the Building Boys FB group and the Boys Alive! FB group Be sure to opt-in at  Boys Alive! .com for your free report “3 Simple Tips to CONNECT with Your Boy.”  And subscribe to Building Boys Bulletin, a weekly email newsletter filled w boy-specific info & inspiration. Follow us on Instagram:  @on.boys.podcast and @boys.alive Twitter:  @ParentAdvisor and @BuildingBoys  LinkedIn:  use this link for Janet and use this link for JenniferAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Back to School 2020 will go down in the annals of history. Image via PixaBay The United States (and world) is still wrestling with the coronavirus pandemic. Schools are slated to "open" -- whether virtually or literally or some combination thereof -- in a few weeks. Some, in fact, have already opened. There's so much we don't yet know about this school year -- if in-person school will be possible, feasible or safe; if students' mental health will suffer more if schools open or close; if schools will become significant hot spots within communities -- but there's one thing that's abundantly clear: This year will be different. And challenging. As Jenny Albers wrote in a post published by TODAY, “Everything about the upcoming school year feels wrong."  Back to school prep in 2020 will be like no other. In years past, you shopped for backpacks; now, you're looking for masks, hand sanitizer and (maybe) homeschool curriculum. In years past, you worried about separation anxiety, about how to deal with your son's tears (and your own) when you drop him off at preschool, kindergarten or college. This year, you worry he won't have the opportunity to leave. Our normal rhythms and routines have been completely upended; there's nothing familiar about back to school 2020. As this pandemic has taught us again and again (and again), NOTHING is CERTAIN. We must be ready to PIVOT at a moment’s notice. Keep your child’s mental and physical health (as well as the health and well-being of your family) top-of-mind as you ponder your next steps. Remember: you can change your mind at any time. This is a time to put aside judgments and support each family in making the decision that is right for them. In this episode, Janet & Jen discuss: Making the best educational choice for your family Why you should ignore others' opinions All the terms -- Homeschool. Unschool. Outdoor school. Hybrid learning. Remote learning. Learning pods. Managing remote learning Helping boys learn via Zoom When (& why) to stop fighting about school Working from home while homeschooling Creating a schedule Links we mentioned (or should have) in this episode: Everything About the Upcoming School Year Feels Wrong -- TODAY post by Jenny Albers Why One School is Turning to Outdoor Classrooms Amid Coronavirus  -- What About School? -- Building Boys post Parenting Teenage Boys w Joshua Wayne -- ON BOYS episode mentioned at 18:50 STAY CONNECTED WITH JANET & JEN: Join the Building Boys FB group and the Boys Alive! FB group Be sure to opt-in at  Boys Alive! .com for your free report “3 Simple Tips to CONNECT with Your Boy.”  And subscribe to Building Boys Bulletin, a weekly email newsletter filled w boy-specific info & inspiration. Follow us on Instagram:  @on.boys.podcast and @boys.alive Twitter:  @ParentAdvisor and @BuildingBoys  LinkedIn:  use this link for Janet and use this link for JenniferAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Parenting teenage boys is HARD.  Their brains aren't yet fully mature yet they're bigger and stronger than most parents. They have more energy than their parents -- and when they are bound and determined to do what they want to do (regardless of what you or anyone else says), the energy can seem more like a curse than a blessing. Joshua Wayne is a parenting coach, speaker and dad-to-a-son. He's also a formerly troubled teenage boy. Joshua knows what's going through many boys' heads -- and he knows how to help parents reach their sons. Joshua Wayne and his family Just as nearly all businesses and non-profit organizations have a board of directors to guide them, "every kid as their own board of directors," Joshua says, "a virtual round table" of influential individuals, including his friends, the celebrities he follows on Instagram, the musicians he listens to, sports figures he admires and maybe a teacher, coach or other trusted adult. "Your #1 objective as a parent is to be on your kid's board of directors," Joshua says. "You don't need to be chairman of the board, but you want a seat at that table." The key to earning your seat: creating and maintaining a strong relationship with your son.  "There is no more surefire way to get yourself kicked off your son's board of directors than fighting the wrong battles with him," Joshua says. The #1 battle that gets parents kicked out of their sons circle of influence is SCHOOL AND GRADES. So, stop. Stop stressing out about your son's grades and stop nagging him. Let him take ownership of that part of his life. "School is important; it's just not the most important thing," Joshua says. A battle worth fighting, in Joshua's opinion: tech time. Set (and enforce) reasonable limits so screens don't become your son's whole life. Moms parenting teenage boys need to learn to let go, while maintaining connection with their sons. "Let the boy go, and make room for the man," Joshua says. "if you do this successfully -- give him space and room to become a man -- he will come back to you, and it will be a different relationship than the one he had with you when he was a little boy. It will be a rich, wonderful, adult relationship." In this episode, Janet & Joshua discuss: How to connect with teenage boys Creating a strong relationship w your son Picking your battles Why you MUST stop fighting w your son about school What to do if your son doesn't care about school Why you should let your son fail a class 5 characteristics of healthy boys Boys & tech -- why boys need clear screen limits and guidelines Teenage boys & anger What teenage boys need from their moms and dads Addressing conflict with your son Links we mentioned (or should have) in this episode: joshuawayne.com -- Joshua's online home The Simple Parenting Guide to Technology: Practical Advice on Smartphone, Gaming and Social Media in Just 40 Pages, by Joshua Wayne -- book mentioned at 21:00 Screens and Boys -- ON BOYS episode Raising Kids to Thrive in a Connection World -- ON BOYS episode featuring Jordan Shapiro Anger & Boys -- ON BOYS episode STAY CONNECTED WITH JANET & JEN: Join the Building Boys FB group and the Boys Alive! FB group Be sure to opt-in at  Boys Alive! .com for your free report “3 Simple Tips to CONNECT with Your Boy.”  And subscribe to Building Boys Bulletin, a weekly email newsletter filled w boy-specific info & inspiration. Follow us on Instagram:  @on.boys.podcast and @boys.alive Twitter:  @ParentAdvisor and @BuildingBoys  LinkedIn:  use this link for Janet and use this link for JenniferAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Almost 1/3 of boys are trying to gain weight or bulk up.  For years, body image concerns were thought to be a female issue. But superhero costumes for toddler boys  now come equipped with built-in muscles, and popular teen shows such as Outer Banks cast 20-something actors with chiseled faces and abs as 16-year-olds, creating unrealistic expectations for teenage boys (and girls). This is NOT a 16 year old. This is Chase Stokes, age 27, as John B, 16 yr old lead character in Outer Banks. Perhaps it's no wonder that a 2019 study found that 22% of young men ages 18-24 had an eating disorder due to a desire to enhance muscles. Lisa L. Lewis, a journalist who's also the mother of a teen boy, got curious when her college-aged son told her he was "cutting" (drastically reducing calories to reduce body weight) and using supplements to bulk up. Her son, like so many others, started using supplements when he was in high school. "He played football," Lewis says. "So that was really where this whole process started for him." After high school, he became interested in body building and started using supplement and calorie control to reshape his body. That's when Lewis became concerned and reached out to the experts to learn more about supplements, boys and body image. Although nearly 40% of surveyed high school boys report using protein powder or shakes within the last year, and nearly 20% have used creatine (a supplement purported to increase muscle mass), most supplements have not been proven to be safe for teenage boys. Studies to date show that the products are generally safe for adults; there is little to no research on their safety and effectiveness for teenage males. "Part of the issue is that these products are classified as dietary supplements, and the FDA does not actually test those before they go out and hit the shelves," Lewis says. In this episode, Jen, Janet & Lisa discuss: Why teen boys are drawn to supplements How to differentiate between a healthy interest in fitness and an unhealthy focus on body image Commonly used supplements, including protein powder, creatine, caffeine, testosterone Why you should steer your son away from blends Finding "safer" supplements (Note: look for ones that have been tested by a 3rd party such as NSF for Sport) Helping boys understand the risks of supplements Better approaches to bulking up: good nutrition, training & sleep Sleep -- Lisa has extensively researched teens' sleep habits and school start times as well When to worry about boys and body image Links we mentioned (or should have) in this episode: Why Teen Boys Use Supplements -- NYT article by Lisa "Anyone Popular at School Has Muscles": The Rise of the Ripped Teen - Guardian article Sports Nutrition Guide from the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency (mentioned at 35:10) Supplement 411 -- a great resource to share w your boysAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Supporting boys' interests is essential, especially in a world that so often tells them their interests are unwelcome. Wanna wrestle? Don't; you might hurt someone. Wanna dance? Don't; that's for girls. Restrained by stereotypes, gender expectations and parents and teachers who prefer boys who sit down and take direction without comment or complaint, too may boys give up their interests. They disengage from school and life and disappear into their rooms and online spaces. It's easier, for many boys, to let go of what they love than to fight for the right to follow their dreams and passions. But when boys let go of their passion, a part of them dies as well. Their interior spark fades; they become dull and listless. Their gifts remain locked inside As boys divorce themselves for their inner lights, the world risks losing out on the special gifts that child was meant to manifest in the world. Today's guest, Jeremy Neves, understands the importance of supporting boys' interests. When he heard about 5-year-old Adrian's efforts to buy a Lamborghinii -- efforts that included an attempted drive to California in the family vehicle -- he reached out to the family. At a time when many were focused on the danger that could have befallen young Adrian, Neves focused on the boys' grit and determination. "Let's not miss the gift and genius of this little boys," Neves told The Washington Post. "He was determined, willing to do whatever it took to go after his dream. You don't want that dreaming to stop." He reminds us that "where focus goes, energy flows" -- which suggests that acknowledging our boys' good intentions is more useful than focusing on their flaws. Of course, it's not always easy to accept boys' interests. Neves struggled when his son gravitated toward Elsa, Barbie and princess dresses. "I had all these insecurities and fears," Neves says. "Number one, what do other parents think about me? What do they think about my kid? What's going to happen when kids start making fun of him?" Frustrated with his son's behavior, Neves tossed the boy's dolls and dresses -- and his relationship with his son suffered. The boy became distant and hostile. After a mentor helped Neves confront his fears, he took his son shopping. For a dress. "Our relationship went a whole other level that day,"  Neves says. "Kids, they sense energy. They understand and they read energy. The last thing I want is for my son to think he's wrong or he's bad or that I don't love him. I want my son to know that, no matter what, I love him." In this episode, Jen, Janet & Jeremy discuss: Learning to look for the good Why supporting boys' interests is so important Rewarding bad behavior? The power of encouragement Parenting strong-willed boys Directing boys' energy Learning to accept boys' interests What to do when your son gravitates toward "girl" things Facing your fears Links we mentioned (or should have) in this episode: Building Boys Bulletin 5-18-20 -- all about Adrian's Lamborghini adventure (& why it matters) My Boys Can Parenting -- another ON BOYS episode about supporting boys' interests STAY CONNECTED WITH JANET & JEN: Join the Building Boys FB group and the Boys Alive! FB group Be sure to opt-in at  Boys Alive! .com for your free report “3 Simple Tips to CONNECT with Your Boy.”  And opt-in at  BuildingBoys.net, too! Follow us on Instagram:  @on.boys.podcast and @boys.alive Twitter:  @ParentAdvisor and @BuildingBoys  LinkedIn:  use this link for Janet and use this link for JenniferAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

He couldn’t sleep. Mike’s face stung from the gash and the stitches and a pulsing ache radiated from the back of his skull. His knuckles were shredded, and his arm throbbed under the thick bandages. Whether he closed or opened his eyes -- even his EYES hurt -- the images were there. Like grainy documentary footage. Some of it in motion, some of it still... That’s the start of chapter 2 of Wilderness Therapy, a new book by Paul Cumbo,a long-time teacher and coach. We don’t ordinarily talk about fiction here on ON BOYS, but this book is exceptional. It’s written for boys and tackles issues that are familiar to every boy -- loss, failure, grief, family and rage. "Teenage boys are complex creatures," Paul says, and his novel tells the story of one such boy, Mike, a teenager who's lost his father, his brother and his way. "I hoped that in telling Mike's story, there'd be a window for boys -- and people who love boys -- to help them see that, even in the most rugged terrain, there is a path to be found or made," Paul says. That message is extremely important for teenage boys and their parents & teachers, who too often tend to assume the worst when a boy makes a poor choice. As a teacher, coach and parent, Paul functions from a "presupposition of the good;" he assumes that those he encounters are functioning from a position of good intentions. "There's great value in looking at a messy situation, acknowledging the mess and then noticing that it's not all mess," he says. In this episode, Jen, Janet & Paul discuss: How teenage boys are like the Grand Canyon Why you should assume the best about boys How to use movement to help boys process emotions and problems The value of purposeful work, travel and service Getting boys to read and write The difference between passion and obsession Boys and anger Intrinsic motivation Honoring boys' interests Links we mentioned (or should have) in this episode: Wilderness Therapy -- Paul's book on Amazon PaulCumbo.com -- Paul's online home; includes links to his other books Somos Amigos -- service organization mentioned at about 16:30 Will you share? Twitter:  Use this link Facebook: Use this link Linkedin:  Use this linkAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Summer slide (noun): The loss of academic skills and knowledge over the course of summer vacation Photo by bcrumpler via Flicker Parents (& educators) have long worried about the things kids "forget" over the summer. This year, on the tail of a pandemic-interrupted school year that launched valiant attempts at unplanned remote learning, parents (& educators) are more concerned than ever before. According to a recent New York Times article, 3/4 of parents of children under 12 and 64% of parents of teens feel that it's more important to do parent-led educational activities with their children this summer than in previous summers.  Just 17% of surveyed parents said they do not feel this pressure. We're here to tell you that you can take a break. There are a lot of ways to combat summer slide and help boys learn -- and none of them have to be painful. "Relax!" Janet says. "Lower your expectations, give yourself some grace, play and get outside." In this episode, Jen & Janet discuss: The truth about summer slide (Spoiler: summer learning losses aren't as large as many people think) Why you should focus on your son's mental health instead of academic achievement Decreasing screen-dependency Nature deficit disorder How to get your boy OUTSIDE Natural learning How to keep kids busy in the summer Teaching boys to play independently Helping kids self-entertain Encouraging self-relianceCommon Sense Skills camp How to reinforce math & reading skills Links we mentioned (or should have) in this episode: "Nature Deficit Disorder" is Really a Thing -- NYT article discussed at 8:05 School's Out. Parental Burnout Isn't Going Away -- NYT article mentioned at 11:04 Pandemic Parenting Was Already Relentless. Then Came Summer -- NYT article How to Prevent Your Kids From Losing What They Learned in School During Summer Vacation -- Scholastic article We're Running a Common Sense Camp for Our Kids This Summer -- article mentioned at about 19:00 Dad, How Do I? -- YouTube channel mentioned at 22:35 Summer Survive & Thrive Tips -- ON BOYS episode Garth Brooks: The Road I'm On -- documentary mentioned at 24:30Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy