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Dr. Dan interviews professional astrologer, mom, and author Catherine Urban on today’s episode about the ways astrology (and our cosmic blueprint) can help individuals and families including:*Gaining insight into patterns and how to rework them to better serve us*Having a clearer understanding of our purpose, strengths, challenges*Getting confirmation and clarity on important decisions or major themes in our life*Improving relationship dynamics*Forecasting for what the year ahead offers – and how to take advantage of the seasons and cycles unfolding in our life*Find answers to specific questions using horary (chart of the moment)*Learning the time to start big ventures in our life (businesses and marriages have birth charts too!) with forecasting or Electional AstrologyWith over 12 years of astrological immersion, Catherine Urban’s practice is steeped in classical and humanistic techniques. Specializing in forecasting, Catherine (who recently gave Dr. Dan a reading) empowers her clients to become alchemists of their own charts, while gaining confidence and clarity on their path. Additionally, she studies familial dynamics and how shared traits are reflected in the astrological charts of family members.  Catherine’s road to astrology started at a young age and today she has her own growing practice and is an astrology teacher. She continues to study with astrological mentors and colleagues who inspire her.  Catherine Urban explains to Dr. Dan that astrology is affirming – it is a non judgemental process and it can help us all live out the embodiment of our chart. Astrology can provide a framework for understanding why we are the way we are, how to have more compassion, and how to gain more clarity and confidence in ourselves and our path.  Dr. Dan and Catherine wrap up their conversation by reminding us all that the macrocosm of astrology offers us an invaluable tool to better understand ourselves, each other, and our place in the world.Catherine is the author of Your Astrological Cookbook: The Perfect Recipe for Every Sign. Read more about Catherine’s work, writing, and her book at her website www.CatherineUrban.com.Email your parenting questions to Dr. Dan podcast@drdanpeters.com (we might answer on a future episode).Follow us @parentfootprintpodcast (Instagram, Facebook) and @drdanpeters (Twitter).Listen, follow, and leave us a review on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Wondery, or wherever you like to listen!Don’t forget, you can hear every episode one week early and ad-free by subscribing to Wondery+ in the @WonderyMedia App.For more information:www.exactlyrightmedia.com www.drdanpeters.comFor podcast merch:www.exactlyrightmedia.com/parent-footprint-shop Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dr. Dan interviews journalist and recent National Public Radio education reporter Anya Kamenetz about how the pandemic decimated the public school system—and left lasting harm on our children. Dr. Dan and Anya discuss the collapse of the childcare system, mothers driven from the workforce, children going hungry in record numbers, and other pandemic effects. Anya’s just-released book THE STOLEN YEAR: HOW COVID CHANGED CHILDREN'S LIVES, AND WHERE WE GO NOW guides the interview with a harrowing account of the massive educational disruption caused by the pandemic. Finally, Dr. Dan and Anya touch on many topics including the consequences of a year without in-person schooling, special needs, low-income families, parent challenges, and more.  Ultimately, no one knows the long-term effects the pandemic will have on children, but Dr. Dan and Anya give listeners an actionable guide to areas to watch (and act on) as the pandemic waxes and wanes in the years to come.Anya Kamenetz is a journalist focused on generational justice. Her current projects include a kids’ climate podcast for Noggin (Nickelodeon's educational brand) and work with K12 Climate Action to include climate in children’s storytelling. Anya has previously worked as an education correspondent for NPR and a staff writer for Fast Company magazine. She's won multiple awards for her reporting on education, technology, and innovation. She is the author of four books and lives in Brooklyn with her family. Find more information on her website www.anyakamenetz.netEmail your parenting questions to Dr. Dan podcast@drdanpeters.com (we might answer on a future episode).Follow us @parentfootprintpodcast (Instagram, Facebook) and @drdanpeters (Twitter).Listen, follow, and leave us a review on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Wondery, or wherever you like to listen!Don’t forget, you can hear every episode one week early and ad-free by subscribing to Wondery+ in the @WonderyMedia App.For more information:www.exactlyrightmedia.com www.drdanpeters.comFor podcast merch:www.exactlyrightmedia.com/parent-footprint-shop Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

BONUS Episode original air date: August 30, 2022Welcome to the new “Sitting Down with Dr. Dan” episode exclusively for Wondery + subscribers. Dr. Dan and Parent Footprint audio engineer (and girl Dad) Phil discuss new topics this month including parents struggling with mental health challenges, discussing birth control with your tweens/teens, conversations about divorce, and in-laws & babysitting.Each month Dr. Dan answers your questions about parenting (and adulting, too!) on our exclusive “Sitting Down With Dr. Dan” bonus episodes. Please keep emailing your questions to podcast@drdanpeters.com or send them via a DM on social media. We want to hear from you – and we might feature your question on a future bonus episode. Follow us @parentfootprintpodcast (Instagram, Facebook) and @drdanpeters (Twitter).Listen to Special Episodes on Wondery Plus https://wondery.com/shows/parent-footprint-with-dr-dan/ Follow and leave us a review on Wondery, Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.For more information www.exactlyrightmedia.com Dr. Dan’s expertise and wisdom is not a diagnosis or treatment. The information provided on the Parent Footprint podcast should not be used for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease. Anyone seeking medical advice should consult with a licensed physician. Please reach out to your doctor for advice or a qualified health provider regarding medical conditions, questions, or situations. The information provided on Parent Footprint and by Dr. Dan is for entertainment purposes only, and does not substitute for professional medical advice. Dr. Dan does not know your child, is not your child’s doctor, and has not treated your child. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dr. Dan and journalist/mom/author Diana Kapp have an impactful, inspiring, and timely conversation about the environment, activism, books, and much more.  Jane Fonda (actor, political activist, environmentalist) says Diana’s new book “Girls Who Green the World shows how brave girls who pay attention have launched ideas and organizations that may very well save us all.”  Dr. Dan interviews Diana Kapp about her newest book Girls Who Green the World (a playbook for the contemporary environmental movement), eco-anxiety, and how she was motivated and inspired to write Girls Who Green the World—and previous book Girls Who Run World—by her own kids. Diana leaves listeners with hope about the future and proof that one person can make a difference.Visit Diana’s website for more information: https://dianakapp.com/.Email your parenting questions to Dr. Dan podcast@drdanpeters.com (we might answer on a future episode).Follow us @parentfootprintpodcast (Instagram, Facebook) and @drdanpeters (Twitter).Listen, follow, and leave us a review on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Wondery, or wherever you like to listen!Don’t forget, you can hear every episode one week early and ad-free by subscribing to Wondery+ in the @WonderyMedia App.For more information:www.exactlyrightmedia.com www.drdanpeters.comFor podcast merch:www.exactlyrightmedia.com/parent-footprint-shop Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dr. Dan and entrepreneur, mom, NYT bestselling author Christina Geist discuss friendship, parenting, her new children’s book Buddy's New Buddy, and being married to her childhood sweetheart, SUNDAY Today show Host Willie Geist ,for 19 years (they met in sixth grade!!!).On this inspiring episode, Dr. Dan and Christina also focus on empathy, overwhelm, family support, and her popular series of picture books addressing different stages of childhood—bedtime, anxiety, change, making friends, and more.  Through the character Buddy, Christina Geist teaches us all lessons about making new friends with compassion and care - regardless of age.Christina passionately believes your life is measured in your relationships, not your accomplishments. Follow her@christinasharkeygeist and @buddysnewbuddy on Instagram and visit her website www.christinageist.com. Email your parenting questions to Dr. Dan podcast@drdanpeters.com (we might answer on a future episode).Follow us @parentfootprintpodcast (Instagram, Facebook) and @drdanpeters (Twitter).Listen, follow, and leave us a review on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Wondery, or wherever you like to listen!Don’t forget, you can hear every episode one week early and ad-free by subscribing to Wondery+ in the @WonderyMedia App.For more information:www.exactlyrightmedia.com www.drdanpeters.comFor podcast merch:www.exactlyrightmedia.com/parent-footprint-shop Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dr. Dan interviews single parent, social media phenomena, TikTok star, and advocate Eeka McLeod about parenting, fostering, family, disability and so much more.Eeka McLeod’s journey to building her family began when she made the decision to pursue her dream of adopting a child. After becoming a licensed foster parent while in graduate school, she started welcoming children into her home. Throughout her time fostering, Eeka cared for 18 children and eventually adopted three with disabilities: Eli, Evan, and Ella. The self-described “family of misfits'' has made a name for themselves on social media during the pandemic with unapologetically real, hilarious content that showcases the triumphs and challenges of their daily life. Their devoted fan base includes 150 million likes and 2.7 million followers on TikTok, over 117,000 followers on Instagram, as well as over 230 million views and over 305,000 subscribers on YouTube. Eeka is passionate about using the family’s platform to advocate for acceptance for the LGBTQ+ community and people with disabilities.  Eeka is a proud single mother who is committed to using their platform in the hopes of changing minds and hearts and encouraging acceptance. Meet Eeka and her family on Instagram, TikTok, YouTube or search The McLeod Family.  Email your parenting questions to Dr. Dan podcast@drdanpeters.com (we might answer on a future episode).Follow us @parentfootprintpodcast (Instagram, Facebook) and @drdanpeters (Twitter).Listen, follow, and leave us a review on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Wondery, or wherever you like to listen!Don’t forget, you can hear every episode one week early and ad-free by subscribing to Wondery+ in the @WonderyMedia App.For more information:www.exactlyrightmedia.com www.drdanpeters.comFor podcast merch:www.exactlyrightmedia.com/parent-footprint-shop Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this highly anticipated episode Dr. Dan talks to the incomparable Jennifer Pastiloff —author, mother, writing/retreat leader, activist, and truth warrior.Dr. Dan interviews the incredible, dynamic, singular, inspiring Jennifer Pastiloff about: her philosophy “Don’t Be An Asshole”, Roe Vs. Wade, #shameloss, her empowering platform, and her book On Being Human. Jennifer is a truth teller, a writing warrior, and an inspiration to thousands -- both online and in person.  Jen is passionate about creating community, self-acceptance, self-love, and being real. She’s embraced her own mental health journey, deafness, parenting experiences, and life’s ups & downs – and encourages us all to do the same by being real. Jennifer Pastiloff is the author of On Being Human: A Memoir of Waking Up, Living Real, And Listening Hard and the founder of The Manifest-Station.  Follow her on Instagram @jenpastiloff and learn about her upcoming events here.Email your parenting questions to Dr. Dan podcast@drdanpeters.com (we might answer on a future episode).Follow us @parentfootprintpodcast (Instagram, Facebook) and @drdanpeters (Twitter).Listen, follow, and leave us a review on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Wondery, or wherever you like to listen!Don’t forget, you can hear every episode one week early and ad-free by subscribing to Wondery+ in the @WonderyMedia App.For more information:www.exactlyrightmedia.com www.drdanpeters.comFor podcast merch:www.exactlyrightmedia.com/parent-footprint-shop Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s new episode Dr. Dan and Los Angeles teacher, parent, and author Julie Clark talk about many topics including lies, second chances, single parenting, and more.  Julie is the single mother of two teenage boys and teaches 5th grade. She is also a successful bestselling author with a devoted following. Julie’s honest conversation about her parenting choices, her parents, teaching, writing, and balancing it all will resonate with listeners. Dr. Dan and Julie remind us that we are all on a journey that continues to evolve and change – personally, professionally, and as parents.Julie grew up in Santa Monica and always had her nose in a book while all of her friends surfed!   Today, Julie is the New York Times bestselling author of The Last Flight,  The Ones We Choose (which has been optioned for television by Lionsgate) and the new The Lies I Tell.For the most updated information about Julie follow her on Instagram @julieclarkauthor and visit her website www.julieclarkauthor.com.Email your parenting questions to Dr. Dan podcast@drdanpeters.com (we might answer on a future episode).Follow us @parentfootprintpodcast (Instagram, Facebook) and @drdanpeters (Twitter).Listen, follow, and leave us a review on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Wondery, or wherever you like to listen!Don’t forget, you can hear every episode one week early and ad-free by subscribing to Wondery+ in the @WonderyMedia App.For more information:www.exactlyrightmedia.com www.drdanpeters.comFor podcast merch:www.exactlyrightmedia.com/parent-footprint-shop Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome to July’s “Sitting Down with Dr. Dan” episode exclusively for Wondery + subscribers. Dr. Dan and Parent Footprint podcast producer (and twin mom) Laura Rossi discuss diverse topics this month: therapy dogs (and cats!), abortion, summer fun, and one-on-one time for grandparents and grandkids.Each month Dr. Dan answers questions about parenting (and adulting, too!) on our exclusive “Sitting Down With Dr. Dan” bonus episodes.  We answer your parenting questions so keep  emailing podcast@drdanpeters.com or send them to us via a DM on social media.. We want to hear from you – and we might feature your question on a future bonus episode. Follow us @parentfootprintpodcast (Instagram, Facebook) and @drdanpeters (Twitter).Listen to Special Episodes on Wondery Plus https://wondery.com/shows/parent-footprint-with-dr-dan/ Follow and leave us a review on Wondery, Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.For more information www.exactlyrightmedia.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dr. Dan interviews Rabbi Steve Leder about life, grief, love, suffering, and legacy. Newsweek Magazine twice named him one of the ten most influential rabbis in America but most important to Steve is being a husband and a dad.Steve Leder is the senior rabbi of Wilshire Boulevard Temple in Los Angeles, one of the largest synagogues in the world. He is the author of five books including the new For You When I Am Gone: Twelve Essential Questions to Tell a Life Story.In today's interview (and in his new book), Rabbi Steve suggests that too often we focus on the material things in life when what we really should consider is the legacy we leave – our values, beliefs, hopes and dreams. Tombstones rarely say "she had a beautiful set of pearls" and instead say "Loving Mother" or similar sentiments.  Dr. Dan and Rabbi Leder agree we should be talking to our loved ones about what we want to be, who we were, what we want for our children/loved ones/friends and family in their lives, and what legacy we want to leave.For more information and inspiration please visit Rabbi Leder’s website www.steveleder.com.Email your parenting questions to Dr. Dan podcast@drdanpeters.com (we might answer on a future episode).Follow us @parentfootprintpodcast (Instagram, Facebook) and @drdanpeters (Twitter).Listen, follow, and leave us a review on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Wondery, or wherever you like to listen!Don’t forget, you can hear every episode one week early and ad-free by subscribing to Wondery+ in the @WonderyMedia App.For more information:www.exactlyrightmedia.com www.drdanpeters.comFor podcast merch:www.exactlyrightmedia.com/parent-footprint-shop Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices