Podcasts

On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host Miriam Conner is joined by Jamie Gallagher, president and CEO of Faber Castell USA, to discuss kids and creativity. Listen as Gallagher talks about kids' need for creativity — and the fact that it is a game changing skill for success — and learn some ways that parents can instill creativity in their kids.  ...

On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host Miriam Conner is joined by licensed professional counselor Jeffrey S. Reber to discuss "perfectionism parenting." Listen to learn about the effects that perfectionism parenting has on your kids, signs that you are a perfectionist parent, and what you can do about it. ...

On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, Howard Hanna sales manager Dottie Dupuy joins host Miriam Conner to share her expertise for families in today’s real estate market. Thinking about upsizing? Dupuy talks about what she calls “rightsizing.” Listen as she discusses what to do if you’re thinking about buying, how the HGTV phenomenon has affected real estate, and much more. ...

What does it mean to be a helicopter parent — and what does that look like at different ages and stages? Licensed clinical psychologist Dr. Geoffrey Putt joins host Miriam Conner on the latest episode of aParently Speaking to answer those questions and more. ...

WKYC Cleveland’s Hollie Strano joins host Miriam Conner on the latest episode of aParently Speaking. Listen as she tells us about her favorite job: being a mom. Hollie shares stories of her personal life with her two children, including her parenting style, how she deals with social media, her favorite traditions and more.  ...

On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host Miriam Conner talks with psychologist Dr. Karin Anderson Abrell about dating again as a parent. Listen as she shares her expertise on when you should date again, how and when to involve your kids in the process, and things to avoid. This is a fun and informative episode you don’t want to miss — even if you are not dating! ...

On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host Miram Conner talks with author Sam Quinones about his young adult adaptation of “Dreamland,” in which he delves deep into the roots of the opioid crisis and the small Ohio town he researched. ...

On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host Miram Conner talks with International Board Certified Lactation Consultant Liz Maseth, BSN, RN. They discuss the latest research and statistics on breastfeeding, as well as answers to common questions and challenges. ...

Your child made it: he or she finished 13 years of school and graduated! You have prepared them for the academics they will face in college and their dorm room is going to be decked out with all the comforts of home. But are they really ready? Podcast host Miriam Conner speaks with Daniel Horne and Laura Scarnecchia, who share tips for helping your child prepare mentally and emotionally for college or life away from home. ...

Award winning TV anchor Catherine Bosley joins host Miriam Conner on the latest episode of aParently Speaking to share her very personal story of the impact one mistake can have on you in this "day of digital danger." She also covers some things to talk about with your kids to keep them safe and to remind them that the choices they make may be very hard to “erase.” ...