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Helping Teens Build Better Summer Habits

Helping Teens Build Better Summer Habits | Ep. 194

Summer brings freedom—but it can also bring disconnection, late nights, and days that feel the same. Most teens don’t need more time. They need better rhythms.

Talking to Teens about Porn

Talking to Teens About Porn | Ep. 193

Most teens will encounter porn earlier than parents expect. Learn how curiosity, not shame, helps create honest, healthy conversations.

Helping Teens Land Their First Job

Helping Teens Land Their First Job | Ep. 192

As parents and caring adults it’s sometimes hard to let them take the reins, but a teen’s first job can be an great opportunity to gain independence.

Ep. 74: Boosting Energy & Juul Marketing

Ep. 74: Boosting Energy & Juul Marketing

Be sure to catch Chris and Karlie’s tips for getting a natural energy boost; an update on teen vaping; and how to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month.

Ep. 73: Dating Violence & Instagram Reels

Ep. 73: Dating Violence & Instagram Reels

Find out who’s most at risk for teen dating violence and how to help teenagers in abusive relationships. Plus, get tips for how to raise critical thinkers.

Ep. 72: Confidentiality & Fall Watch List

Ep. 72: Confidentiality & Fall Watch List

When is it ok to break confidentiality with a teen? We’ve got tips you’ll appreciate in episode 73. Plus, tune in for fun shows and movies to watch this fall!

Ep. 71: Suicide Prevention & BeReal

Ep. 71: Suicide Prevention & BeReal

In honor of Suicide Prevention Awareness Week, Chris and Karlie offer tips for checking in with teenagers. They’ll also share Karlie’s experience with BeReal.

Ep. 70: Grief & Banned Books

Ep. 70: Grief & Banned Books

Join us for a very relevant conversation on how to support teens through grief, book bans (& challenges), and loan forgiveness. You don’t want to miss it!

Ep. 69: School Apps & Instagram Updates

Ep. 69: School Apps & Instagram Updates

Chris and Karlie dive into tools to help teens stay organized, the latest on Instagram updates and changes, and a hot tip on phones that you won’t want to miss.