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Northeast Ohio Parent is on the airwaves with its podcast series “aParently Speaking” hosted by Miriam Conner. Several times a month new episodes will be released that go beyond the pages of the magazine to expand on relevant, enriching, and humorous topics including some fascinating guests from the greater Cleveland area and beyond.

Simply click on the links below to start listening. New episodes will be posted here and also pushed out through our weekly e-newsletter and Facebook platforms. You can also subscribe via iTunes, Google Podcast and others.

If you have comments, suggestions, or questions please reach out to podcast host Miriam Conner at [email protected]. Thanks for listening!

Podcast #110: From Life Skills to Adulting: What Parents Say Schools Miss

By Miriam Conner
4 days ago
In this episode, illustrator and storyteller Elijah Stanfield — known for The Tuttle Twins series — joins host Miriam Conner on the latest episode of aParently Speaking to talk about a new survey that reveals what parents really want schools to teach their kids.
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Podcast #109: How Safe are your Kids Online?

By Miriam Conner
October 5, 2025
In the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host, Miriam Conner is  joined by Angela Nakalembe — a mom and tech professional with over a decade of experience in cybersecurity and digital literacy. Nakalembe discusses the complex and often hidden risks our kids are exposed to online, especially in the age of AI.
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Podcast #108: “A Call to Courage: Parenting with Presence in the Age of Technology”

By Miriam Conner
September 29, 2025
On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host Miriam Conner is joined by author Susan McNamara, who explores what it really means to raise children with intention in a world dominated by screens, distractions and expert-driven advice.
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Podcast #107: Why Play Beats Flashcards for Raising Brilliant Kids!

By Miriam Conner
September 9, 2025
On this episode of aParently Speaking, discover the 6 C’s—collaboration, communication, content, critical thinking, creative innovation, and confidence—that kids need to thrive today and in the future.
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Podcast #106: What Do I Want to Be When THEY Grow Up?

By Miriam Conner
March 22, 2025
On this episode of aParently Speaking, host, Miraim Conner chats with the amazing Karen Johnson, author of "What Do I Want to Be When THEY Grow Up". If you’re a mom navigating the empty nest or just looking ahead to what’s next, Karen’s inspiring guide is packed with humor, heart, and practical tips to help you lead your best, most fulfilling life.
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Podcast #105: Shhh… Are We Forgetting to Teach Listening?

By Miriam Conner
February 27, 2025
Listening doesn’t just “happen.” It’s a skill—one that can shape their relationships, success, and confidence. So why aren’t we teaching it? And how do we start? On this episode of aParently Speaking, host, Miriam Conner, sits down with Christine Miles, author of "What Is It Costing You Not to Listen?", to break it all down.
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Podcast #104: Parenting Through Friendships: Tips for Success

By Miriam Conner
February 6, 2025
On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host Miriam Conner is joined by Stacy Thiry, a mental health clinician, to discuss how you can actively support your child’s social life. 
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Podcast #103: School Life Balance

By Miriam Conner
September 19, 2024
On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host Miriam Conner is joined by licensed clinical psychologist Dr. Nicole Pucci to discuss transitioning back to school and getting into the routine as well as school-life balance and the importance of making sure you kids have balance. Listen as Dr. Pucci shares some tips that apply to all ages and stages.
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Podcast #102: Online Games May Not Be All Fun and Games

By Miriam Conner
March 11, 2024
On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host, Miriam Conner is joined by Ron Kerbs, CEO of, Kidas is an anti-cyberbullying and predator protection tech company to discuss how kids can be targeted by predators and financial scammers while gaming and what parents can do to help prevent this from happening.
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Podcast #101: The Importance of Legal Documents

By Miriam Conner
February 12, 2024
On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host Miriam Conner is joined by attorney, John Wood, to talk about some very important documents every parent should discuss with their 18-year-olds.
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