

Wonder of Parenting - A Brain-Science Approach to Parenting
Parenting
Wouldn’t it be great if your child came with an owner’s manual? A how-to book on how to raise your child? And if your child came with such a manual, wouldn’t it be helpful to have someone walk you through it, making that owner’s manual come alive? Michael Gurian and Tim Wright serve as your guides through what they believe is the owner’s manual for your child: Your child’s brain. While the brain doesn’t tell the whole story, it does offer a treasure trove of insights into your son or daughter. Michael and Tim each have over 30 years of experience using brain science research, best-practices, and their own experiences as dads in helping parents read, understand, and implement the gift of your child’s brain, the built-in how-to manual that will help you enjoy the wonder of parenting.
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Nov 13, 2025 • 33min
Best Of: Listener Question: The Child Who Talks Too Much
From July 2019: Michael and Tim answer a question from a mom concerned about her overly talkative child who seems to be disrupting the class. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 10, 2025 • 37min
My Child is Autistic. Now What? With Dr. Theresa Lyons
Dr. Lyons joins the podcast to talk about her experience raising an autistic daughter and practical, science-based insights into navigating autism. Visit www.awetism..net Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 6, 2025 • 34min
Best Of: Listener Questions: Stapled fingers and rough with animals
From September, 2019: Listeners Questions: Michael and Tim answer two questions; the first from a mom whose son staples his finger and the second about a son who is rough with his cat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 3, 2025 • 37min
How Can I Help My Son Discover His Purpose in Life?
Discover why purpose is crucial for boys as the hosts explore the challenges they face in finding it. They discuss how societal shifts have left many boys adrift. Insights are shared on how biology influences their action-oriented nature. Practical tips include engaging boys in small responsibilities and community service to nurture their sense of purpose. The conversation emphasizes that emotional expression alone isn't enough; fostering a sense of direction is key. Surrounding boys with positive role models also plays a vital role in their development.

Oct 30, 2025 • 27min
Best Of: Listener Question—The Exhausted Mom
From February, 2021: A homeschooling mom is at her wits end being a mom and a teacher. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 27, 2025 • 38min
How Can I Help My Daughter Discover a Vision for Her Life?
Michael and Tim look at the ways girls discover fulfillment, vision, and self worth in life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 23, 2025 • 31min
Best Of: Listener Question—My Sisters Parenting Style is Nuts!
From January, 2021: This Aunt is having a hard time managing her sister’s kids because their parenting styles are so different. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 20, 2025 • 37min
Suiting Our Boys Up for Manhood
Michael and Tim are joined by Mark Ryan and Barry Shreiar from the Army and Navy Academy to talk about how to build emotionally, physically, and spiritually strong boys for manhood. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 16, 2025 • 33min
Best Of: Listener Question—Genitalia Fascination
From January, 2021: A dad is concerned about his young daughter’s fascination with her genitalia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 13, 2025 • 39min
Should Kids Watch the News? with Guest Lynn Smith
Former news anchor and producer Lynn Smith joins the podcast to look at how the news impacts our kids. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices


