Raising Us: A Parenting Podcast

Hey there, podcast listeners!Season 2 of A Kids Book About: The Podcast is in production and we need YOUR help to make the new episodes!So, let me share the topics we’re working on for the first half of the season. In no particular order, they are:Self-loveDeathTechnologyAdventureSchool ShootingsAdoptionBeing TransgenderBeing InclusiveBeing Non-BinaryImmigrationClimate ChangeGratitudeBullyingLeadershipSuicideDid you hear a topic that interests you? Did any of the words stop you in your tracks? Or make you feel certain feelings? This are always the best ones to focus on when you record.Email me, Matthew, at listen@akidspodcastabout.com and I’ll send you recording details so you can share your voice on the show!That’s listen@akidspodcastabout.com.I hope you’ll consider sharing your voice. I hope you’ll email me (or, rather, have a grownup email me). We take audio from kids ages 3 to 18.I can’t wait to hear from you. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Introducing 1 Point 5: A Kids Podcast About Climate Justice. Gen Z environmental advocates Zanagee Artis and Olivia Greenspan believe that kids deserve a livable future. Explore the challenges facing our planet with scientists, youth activists, and other environmental leaders who have experienced the realities of the climate crisis firsthand.Subscribe to 1 Point 5 wherever podcasts are found, or by visiting akidsco.com.   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Introducing The Activators!: A Kids Podcast About Activism. Join kid activist Leo, founder of Dance for Justice, as he celebrates and amplifies kids who are activating social change by doing what they love.Subscribe to The Activators! wherever podcasts are found, or by visiting akidsco.com.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We made it onto the Apple Podcasts 2021 Best of the Year list! And we're so excited to welcome all of you who are new to the show!*If you want to be on a future episode of A Kids Book About: The Podcast or if you have a question you’d like us to consider, have a grownup email us at listen@akidspodcastabout.com and we’ll send you the details. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Introducing Everyday Feels: A Kids Podcast About Emotions. Hosted by Nakita Simpson and Dr. Ann-Louise Lockhart, each episode starts with a memory shared by a listener and follows an exploration of why we feel the things we feel.Subscribe to Everyday Feels wherever podcasts are found, or by visiting akidsco.com.   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dale Mueller, author of A Kids Book About Gender, talks about how understanding and embracing our own gender identities can help us live authentically. A Kids Book About Gender (view book)Full Book Description:Gender can be difficult to define, but it’s something that's a part of all of us and who we are. This book isn’t meant to answer all the questions or tell you how you identify, it’s meant to help kids and grownups understand gender and create an open and safe environment for kids to question, experiment, and discover their authentic selves.About the Author:Dale Mueller is a lifetime learner, sex educator, and mental healthcare enthusiast based in Minneapolis, MN. They integrate their focus on trans advocacy, inclusion, and queer community building in all they do professionally, personally, and in their journey to become a therapist.*If you want to be on a future episode of A Kids Book About: The Podcast or if you have a question you’d like us to consider, have a grownup email us at listen@akidspodcastabout.com and we’ll send you the details. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sara and Stewart Scott-Curran, authors of A Kids Book About Creativity, talk about how we’re creative every day! Like when we make small decisions or problem-solve.A Kids Book About Creativity (view book)Full Book Description:This is a book about creativity. While some people think that some are creative and some aren’t, [Spoiler Alert!] everyone is creative! This book is on a mission to help every kid, grownup, and member of planet earth unlock their creativity.About the Authors:Sara and Stewart Scott-Curran are a wife and husband super team with the coolest secret weapon: Their daughter Skyler! They all live together in Portland, Oregon with their dog Marvis and live out their creativity every day.*If you want to be on a future episode of A Kids Book About: The Podcast or if you have a question you’d like us to consider, have a grownup email us at listen@akidspodcastabout.com and we’ll send you the details.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Taboo, author of A Kids Book About Identity and member of Black Eyed Peas, talks about how we can honor and embrace every facet of our identities, even when they change.A Kids Book About Identity (view book)Full Book Description:Your identity can be a lot of things: your heritage, gender, hometown, school, faith, or even what you’ve been through. The awesome thing is nobody is just one thing! Your identity can grow and change as you do! This book explores all the different parts of identity: who you are, what you love, and what’s true about you.About the Author:Jimmy Gomez—or better known as Taboo Nawasha—is a husband, father, cancer survivor, MC, performer, writer, creator, and Indigenous activist. He also has an amazing day job as one of the founding members of the award-winning music group, the Black Eyed Peas. While Tab loves making music, his goal is to leave a legacy his kids will be proud of.*If you want to be on a future episode of A Kids Book About: The Podcast or if you have a question you’d like us to consider, have a grownup email us at listen@akidspodcastabout.com and we’ll send you the details. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ara Katz, author of A Kids Book About Your Microbiome, talks about microbes, what they are, and how they help our bodies stay healthy and function well throughout our lives. A Kids Book About Your Microbiome (view book)Full Book Description:For centuries, most people believed that microbes were harmful, especially bacteria. But now we know most are actually good and very important for our health. Your microbiome is the community of trillions of microbes (too small to see!) that live in, on, and all around you. This book teaches kids what the microbiome is, what it does, how we can help it thrive, and why we can’t live without it.About the Author:Ara Katz wants you to meet the trillions of microbes that live in and on your body—your microbiome! She co-founded Seed to pioneer the application of microbes for human and planetary health. Alongside extraordinary scientists, they develop probiotics for living organisms everywhere! She loves inspiring humans to learn about the incredible, invisible world of the microbiome. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Soraya Sutherlin, author of A Kids Book About Safety, and Simon Huck, JUDY cofounder, talk about how to prepare for emergencies by discussing safety tools and plans.A Kids Book About Safety (view book)Full Book Description:What would you do if an earthquake happened? How about a house fire? Or maybe a tornado? Emergency situations can be scary to think about, but we can feel confident and empowered in dangerous situations if we do one simple thing: be prepared! This book shows kids that by knowing what disasters could happen, and what to do if they occur, makes you ready and can even save lives. About the Author:Soraya Sutherlin is a Certified Emergency Manager with over 13 years of experience. She is a mother to 3 kids and works across the USA helping families, cities, and states better prepare for emergencies and disasters. She also works with JUDY, a leader in the emergency preparedness space, to help empower families with the knowledge and tools for disaster planning.*If you want to be on a future episode of A Kids Book About: The Podcast or if you have a question you’d like us to consider, have a grownup email us at listen@akidspodcastabout.com and we’ll send you the details. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.