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A Kids Book About: The Podcast

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A kids podcast about the things that matter, like racism, body image, and belonging. Each episode opens up the dialog we've begun in our groundbreaking A Kids Book About series. Created by f...

Episodes

20 of 168 episodes

Parenting Kids with Big Feelings | Dr. Becky Kennedy, Good Inside Podcast | A Kids Co. (Re-Run)

From explosive meltdowns and slammed doors to tears that seem to come out of nowhere, some kids simply feel everything more intensely. Joini...

00:27:42Aug 18, 2026

How to Raise a Child Who Believes in Themselves | Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson | A Kids Co. (Re-Run)

Impostor syndrome in kids is more common than we think, and how parents respond to self-doubt can shape their children’s confidence for life...

00:40:41Jul 14, 2026

When Did You First Feel Bad About Your Body? | Tess Holliday and Virginia Sole-Smith | A Kids Co. (Re-Run)

What do kids learn when they hear “fat” used like an insult? And what do we say when they turn that word on themselves? In this episode, we...

00:41:24Jun 30, 2026

Explaining Immigration and ICE to Kids | Duncan Tonatiuh & Anya Kamenetz | A Kids Co.

While headlines about ICE raids, immigration crackdowns, and family separation ripple through communities, our kids are noticing. Host Elise...

00:32:50Jun 23, 2026

Teaching Kids About Government, Politics, & Protest | Sharon McMahon & Tabitha St. Bernard Jacobs | A Kids Co.

When kids see protests, political debates, and powerful emotions playing out in real time on the news and in headlines, it’s up to parents t...

00:35:05Jun 16, 2026

Talking To Kids About Puberty, Boundaries, & Consent | Dr. Cara Natterson & Dr. Nadine Thornhill | A Kids Co.

When puberty hits earlier and emotions run higher, the conversations we have with our kids about their bodies, sex, and consent matter more...

00:33:50Jun 9, 2026

How to Talk About Adoption, Identity, and Belonging with Kids | Nefertiti Austin | A Kids Co.

Adoption is a lifelong process of identity and belonging, and how parents talk about it with our kids matters from the very beginning. Nefer...

00:22:57Jun 2, 2026

Raising Healthy Kids Beyond Social Media and Ed Tech | Ash Brandin & Emily Cherkin | A Kids Co.

A kids podcast about the things that matter, like racism, body image, and belonging. Each episode opens up the dialog we've begun in our gro...

00:33:40May 26, 2026

Teaching Kids Self-Compassion to Support Mental Health | Kelli Joy Richardson & Dr. Kristin Neff

Raising resilient kids and understanding how to support their mental health often starts with their self-esteem and self-compassion. Host El...

00:30:52May 19, 2026

Talking About Divorce, Separation, and Family Change with Kids | Christina McGhee | A Kids Co.

Divorce can reshape every part of family life for kids and parents alike, from routines and living arrangements to feelings of grief, anger,...

00:32:28May 12, 2026

How Do I Talk About Racism With My Kids? Questions From Our Mailbag | Jelani Memory | A Kids Co.

What do you say when your child asks about race, racism, or representation – and you’re not sure where to start? In this special episode of...

00:37:09Apr 28, 2026

Why Representation in Media Matters for Kids | Angel McCoughty | A Kids Co.

From scrolling on social media to watching sports and TV, kids are constantly absorbing messages about who gets to be seen, and who doesn’t....

00:24:20Apr 21, 2026

How to Talk to Kids About Trauma, Big Emotions, & Feeling Safe | Paul Scheer | A Kids Co.

Trauma in kids isn’t always obvious, but kids are constantly taking in the world around them and paying attention to how we adults respond t...

00:32:43Apr 14, 2026

Talking to Kids About Sex and Consent Without Feeling Awkward | Dr. Nadine Thornhill | A Kids Co.

Talking to kids about sex and consent can feel awkward, overwhelming, and easy to put off — but these conversations can start earlier and ea...

00:37:51Apr 7, 2026

How to Talk About Eating Disorders with Our Kids | Amanda Sobhy & Jessica Scheer | A Kids Co.

Eating disorders in kids are more common than parents realize, but many still question how to spot early warning signs, talk about healthy h...

00:39:29Mar 31, 2026

Talking About Climate Change Without Fear | Dr. Ayana Elizabeth Johnson | A Kids Co.

From wildfires and floods to melting ice caps, today’s kids are exposed to the realities of climate change earlier than ever. Host Elise Hu...

00:31:52Mar 24, 2026

Talking to Your Kids About ICE and Immigration | Maria Hinojosa & Anya Kamenetz | A Kids Co.

With news about ICE, immigration raids, and family separation everywhere, many parents are wondering how to talk to kids about everything go...

00:47:01Mar 17, 2026

Normalizing Physical Disabilities and Differences with Kids | Alana Nichols & Emily Ladau | A Kids Co.

Whether they notice a wheelchair, limb difference, or how parents respond to disabilities, kids pick up on physical differences earlier than...

00:44:17Mar 10, 2026

Parenting Kids with Big Feelings | Dr. Becky Kennedy, Good Inside Podcast | A Kids Co.

From explosive meltdowns and slammed doors to tears that seem to come out of nowhere, some kids simply feel everything more intensely. Joini...

00:31:33Mar 3, 2026

How to Raise a Child Who Believes in Themselves | Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson | A Kids Co.

Impostor syndrome in kids is more common than we think, and how parents respond to self-doubt can shape their children’s confidence for life...

00:33:43Feb 24, 2026