Parent Footprint With Dr. Dan

Dr. Dan and entrepreneur, mom, NYT bestselling author Christina Geist discuss friendship, parenting, her new children’s book Buddy's New Buddy, and being married to her childhood sweetheart, SUNDAY Today show Host Willie Geist ,for 19 years (they met in sixth grade!!!). On this inspiring episode, Dr. Dan and Christina also focus on empathy, overwhelm, family support, and her popular series of picture books addressing different stages of childhood—bedtime, anxiety, change, making friends, and more.   Through the character Buddy, Christina Geist teaches us all lessons about making new friends with compassion and care - regardless of age. Christina passionately believes your life is measured in your relationships, not your accomplishments. Follow her @christinasharkeygeist and @buddysnewbuddy on Instagram  and visit her website www.christinageist.com.  Email your parenting questions to Dr. Dan podcast@drdanpeters.com (we might answer on a future episode). Follow us @parentfootprintpodcast (Instagram, Facebook) a

Dr. Dan interviews single parent, social media phenomena, TikTok star, and advocate Eeka McLeod about parenting, fostering, family, disability and so much more. Eeka McLeod’s journey to building her family began when she made the decision to pursue her dream of adopting a child. After becoming a licensed foster parent while in graduate school, she started welcoming children into her home. Throughout her time fostering, Eeka cared for 18 children and eventually adopted three with disabilities: Eli, Evan, and Ella.  The self-described “family of misfits'' has made a name for themselves on social media during the pandemic with unapologetically real, hilarious content that showcases the triumphs and challenges of their daily life. Their devoted fan base includes 150 million likes and 2.7 million followers on TikTok, over 117,000 followers on Instagram, as well as over 230 million views and over 305,000 subscribers on YouTube. Eeka is passionate about using the family’s platform to advocate for acceptance for the

On this highly anticipated episode Dr. Dan talks to the incomparable Jennifer Pastiloff —author, mother, writing/retreat leader, activist, and truth warrior. Dr. Dan interviews the incredible, dynamic, singular, inspiring Jennifer Pastiloff about: her philosophy “Don’t Be An Asshole”, Roe Vs. Wade, #shameloss, her empowering platform, and her book On Being Human.  Jennifer is a truth teller, a writing warrior, and an inspiration to thousands -- both online and in person.  Jen is passionate about creating community, self-acceptance, self-love, and being real. She’s embraced her own mental health journey, deafness, parenting experiences, and life’s ups & downs – and encourages us all to do the same by being real.  Jennifer Pastiloff is the author of On Being Human: A Memoir of Waking Up, Living Real, And Listening Hard and the founder of The Manifest-Station.  Follow her on Instagram @jenpastiloff and learn about her upcoming events here. Email your parenting questions to Dr. Dan podcast@drdanpeters.com (we mig

On today’s new episode Dr. Dan and Los Angeles teacher, parent, and author Julie Clark talk about many topics including lies, second chances, single parenting, and more.   Julie is the single mother of two teenage boys and teaches 5th grade. She is also a successful bestselling author with a devoted following. Julie’s honest conversation about her parenting choices, her parents, teaching, writing, and balancing it all will resonate with listeners. Dr. Dan and Julie remind us that we are all on a journey that continues to evolve and change – personally, professionally, and as parents. Julie grew up in Santa Monica and always had her nose in a book while all of her friends surfed!   Today, Julie is the New York Times bestselling author of The Last Flight,  The Ones We Choose (which has been optioned for television by Lionsgate) and the new The Lies I Tell. For the most updated information about Julie follow her on Instagram @julieclarkauthor and visit her website www.julieclarkauthor.com. Email your parenting q

Welcome to July’s “Sitting Down with Dr. Dan” episode exclusively for Wondery + subscribers. Dr. Dan and Parent Footprint podcast producer (and twin mom) Laura Rossi discuss diverse topics this month: therapy dogs (and cats!), abortion, summer fun, and one-on-one time for grandparents and grandkids. Each month Dr. Dan answers questions about parenting (and adulting, too!) on our exclusive “Sitting Down With Dr. Dan” bonus episodes.  We answer your parenting questions so keep  emailing podcast@drdanpeters.com or send them to us via a DM on social media.. We want to hear from you – and we might feature your question on a future bonus episode.  Follow us @parentfootprintpodcast (Instagram, Facebook) and @drdanpeters (Twitter). Listen to Special Episodes on Wondery Plus https://wondery.com/shows/parent-footprint-with-dr-dan/  Follow and leave us a review on Wondery, Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts. For more information  www.exactlyrightmedia.com  Learn more about your ad

Dr. Dan interviews Rabbi Steve Leder about life, grief, love, suffering, and legacy. Newsweek Magazine twice named him one of the ten most influential rabbis in America but most important to Steve is being a husband and a dad. Steve Leder is the senior rabbi of Wilshire Boulevard Temple in Los Angeles, one of the largest synagogues in the world. He is the author of five books including the new For You When I Am Gone: Twelve Essential Questions to Tell a Life Story. In today's interview (and in his new book), Rabbi Steve suggests that too often we focus on the material things in life when what we really should consider is the legacy we leave – our values, beliefs, hopes and dreams. Tombstones rarely say "she had a beautiful set of pearls" and instead say "Loving Mother" or similar sentiments.   Dr. Dan and Rabbi Leder agree we should be talking to our loved ones about what we want to be, who we were, what we want for our children/loved ones/friends and family in their lives, and what legacy we want to leave. F

Dr. Dan interviews mother, daughter, bestselling author, and lifelong worrier Mary Laura Philpott and the two explore answers to such provocative questions as how do we keep living when the unexpected can happen at any moment? And what does it mean to be human, to love, to lose, and to live? Today’s episode is a powerful and poignant look at motherhood, daughterhood, personhood, and caregiving, along with life, death, and ultimately: joy and hope. Dr. Dan and Mary Laura talk about Mary Laura’s harrowing story, her book BOMB SHELTER: Love, Time, and Other Explosives, and what it means to move through life with a soul made of equal parts anxiety and optimism.   Mary Laura Philpott is also the author of the national bestseller I Miss You When I Blink. A former bookseller, Mary Laura lives in Nashville with her family.  FOr more information visit her website: www.marylauraphilpott.com.    Email your parenting questions to Dr. Dan podcast@drdanpeters.com (we might answer on a future episode). Follow us @parentfoot

Dr. Dan interviews writer and author Maressa Brown about her parenting journey, birth astrology, journalism, her forthcoming book, and much more. If you (or a loved one) are navigating a fertility journey then this episode is for you! And if you are curious about astrology then you will love hearing Maressa discuss Dr. Dan’s chart. Dr. Dan talks to Maressa Brown about her real life experiences as she embarks on a very personal journey freezing her own eggs and documenting her path to parenthood and motherhood. Maressa shares her experience with honesty, truth, and passion. In addition, Maressa gives listeners a preview about her book which merges astrology and parenting. In this incredible episode, Maressa is totally transparent and open about discussing her fertility journey and what is happening right now in real time. Maressa Brown is an editor and writer with more than a decade of experience covering lifestyle, parenting, astrology, and pop culture. She has done one-on-one interviews with celebrities incl

Dr. Dan interviews speaker, coach, founder of The Legacy Letter Challenge and proud Dad Blake Brewer on this inspiring episode.  The Legacy Letter Challenge helps dads connect with their children on a deeper level by writing a letter from their heart. Blake is on a mission to help 1 million dads write one well written, meaningful, lasting Legacy Letter to their children. At 19 years old Blake’s father drowned in Blake’s arms while the two were snorkeling together in Hawaii on a family vacation. Hours later Blake discovered a letter his father was planning to give him on the trip. In this letter, his dad Larry Brewer (a football great and Terry Bradshaw's best friend) shared his heart and his feelings as well as some great life advice. The letter changed Blake’s life. As the CEO and founder of the Legacy Letter Challenger, Blake empowers fathers to connect with their kids and lead their families with endurance and love.  Blake has a wonderful wife and loves being a father to his three children. In his life and

Dr. Dan interviews author, parent, therapist, podcaster, and co-founder of Zen Parenting Radio, Cathy Adams on this new episode.  The current mental health crisis for teens (and parents, too) makes today’s episode timely, urgent, and necessary.  Dr. Dan and Cathy discuss how parental self-awareness decreases stress and overwhelm for parents – and it leads to a more authentic and meaningful connection with their children. They also explore how to be present, the meaning and power of “Zen” and Cathy’s new book Zen Parenting: Caring for Ourselves and Our Children in an Unpredictable World. Cathy Cassani Adams, LCSW, co-hosts the Zen Parenting Radio podcast with her husband Todd and they also host the annual Zen Parenting Conference.  Cathy is a clinical social worker, certified parent coach, former elementary school educator, and yoga teacher. She lives outside of Chicago with her husband and their three daughters. For more information about Cathy’s podcast and books please visit www.zenparentingradio.com.  Emai

On this new bonus episode, Dr. Dan and podcast engineer Phil answer all new listener questions about important parenting topics including eating disorders, cursing, fear of dogs and how to help your kids make friends after moving. All of our “Sitting Down with Dr. Dan” special episodes answer real life parenting questions every month from listeners at every stage of parenting.  Remember to submit your parenting questions by emailing podcast@drdanpeters.com or sending them to us via a DM on social media..  Follow us @parentfootprintpodcast (Instagram, Facebook) and @drdanpeters (Twitter). Listen to our regular Parent Footprint with Dr.  Dan episodes every Thursday. Listen to subscriber only special episodes here on Wondery Plus https://wondery.com/shows/parent-footprint-with-dr-dan/  For more information  www.exactlyrightmedia.com  www.drdanpeters.com For podcast merch www.exactlyrightmedia.com/parent-footprint-shop Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this exciting episode, Dr. Dan interviews Glory Edim, the founder of Well-Read Black Girl, a book club, festival, and creative community dedicated to Black women.  Dr. Dan and Glory discuss many topics including: motherhood/parenting, podcasting, purpose, uplifting black voices, work/life balance, self-compassion, and so much more.  Dr. Dan and Glory also talk about Glory’s new podcast from Pushkin Well-Read Black Girl with Glory Edim as well as how Glory’s book club led her to discover her life’s purpose of uplifting the narratives of Black women. Glory Edim is a mom, author, and creative strategist.  She has worked for over ten years at startups and cultural institutions, including Kickstarter, The Webby Awards and the New York Foundation for the Arts. Glory received the 2017 Innovator’s Award from the Los Angeles Times Book Prizes for her work as a literary advocate. She serves on the board of New York City’s Housing Works Bookstore and lives in Washington, D.C. For more information visit her website: w

Dun dun! Welcome to the Exactly Right and Parent Footprint one year anniversary episode!   Today's guest is Kara Klenk, co-host of Exactly Right’s That’s Messed Up: An SVU Podcast.   One year ago this June, Dr. Dan kicked off Parent Footprint’s network debut by interviewing Georgia Hardstark and soon after Karen Kilgariff. In the spirit of podcast family fun, today’s guest is Kara Klenk and she talks to Dr. Dan about being a mom, a podcaster, a comic, a writer, and an actor – and much more! On That’s Messed Up, comedians and amateur detectives Kara Klenk and Liza Treyger break down episodes of Law & Order: SVU, deep dive into the true crimes they're based on, and interview on-screen talent. Kara grew up in Connecticut and currently lives in Los Angeles with her family. Listen to That’s Messed Up on @applepodcasts and follow Kara Klenk: https://www.exactlyrightmedia.com/thats-messed-up  https://www.instagram.com/karaklenk/  Email your parenting questions to Dr. Dan podcast@drdanpeters.com (we might answer on a

Dr. Dan interviews author, editor, speaker, mom, podcaster, and disability/ability advocate Mindy Henderson about her new book THE TRUTH ABOUT THINGS THAT SUCK (and How To Make Them Suck Less) and much more.  Mindy is the Editor-In-Chief of the Muscular Dystrophy Association’s family of Quest content including the magazine, newsletter, blog, and podcast, and a powerful leader in disability/ability rights. A popular motivational speaker (Mindy gave her first speech at the age of four as the MDA State Ambassador for Texas for the Muscular Dystrophy Association!) Mindy teaches us how to try harder, never give up, and inspire others.  Today, Dr. Dan and Mindy talk about many things that suck (job loss, parenting challenges, grief) and explain to listeners that the wrong mindset can be far more disabling than what any wheelchair or other challenges might represent.  This episode will inspire listeners and give them a new perspective about the hard things in life.   Mindy Henderson hosts ``The Truth About Things Th

Trigger warning: School shooting, violence, trauma Welcome to a new “Sitting Down with Dr. Dan” episode exclusively for Wondery + subscribers. Dr. Dan and Parent Footprint podcast producer Laura Rossi discuss the recent school shooting in Uvalde, Texas and answer listener questions about other topics including the process of obtaining a diagnosis for your child, college kids and chores, and autism and fashion. Every month, Dr. Dan answers questions about parenting (and sometimes adulting!) on our exclusive “Sitting Down With Dr. Dan” special bonus episodes. Remember to submit your parenting questions by emailing podcast@drdanpeters.com or sending them to us via social media.. We want to hear from you – and we might feature your question on a future bonus episode.  Email your parenting questions to Dr. Dan podcast@drdanpeters.com (we might answer on a future episode). Follow us @parentfootprintpodcast (Instagram, Facebook) and @drdanpeters (Twitter). Listen to Special Episodes on Wondery Plus https://wondery.c

Dr. Dan welcomes inspiring author and mom Marie Myung-Ok Lee to the podcast today. This episode about parenting, autism, maternal instinct, and research/writing is powerful – it will resonate with listeners for a very long time. Marie and her husband are devoted parents raising their young adult autistic son in New York City. Marie is a pioneer using cannabis to treat her son (she was featured on CNN with Dr. Gupta) and she’s now a powerful advocate. During their conversation Marie shares some great news about her son and also speaks about her new book The Evening Hero, a novel about the future of medicine, immigration, and North Korea. Marie Myung-Ok Lee is an acclaimed Korean-American writer and author of the novel Somebody’s Daughter. She graduated from Brown University and was a Writer in Residence there before she began teaching at Columbia University’s Writing Division. Her stories and essays have been published widely and she was the first Fulbright Scholar to Korea in creative writing. Marie has recei

May is Mental Health Awareness Month and today Dr. Dan speaks to Meghan Riordan Jarvis, a trauma-informed psychotherapist specializing in grief and loss, about her recent Chicago Tribune OpEd Why aren’t we talking about the role of grief and loss in the ‘Great Resignation’?. Meghan’s powerful piece about grief and trauma during the pandemic – and in her own life – shines a light on mental health, increasing emotional fluency, and navigating complex emotions. As a trauma-informed psychotherapist, Meghan Riordan Jarvis MA, LCSW works to normalize grief and teaches us how to manage the neurobiological impacts of loss. A writer, podcast host, and sought-after consultant with over twenty years of clinical experience, Meghan also helps individuals and groups explore the impact of emotion on personal and professional relationships. Using a wide variety of trauma modalities, Meghan helps clients identify and integrate both unexpected loss and desired change. Dr. Dan and Meghan close their impactful and important conv

On this new episode Dr. Dan talks to podcasters and moms Ashley Hearon-Smith and Keri Setaro, hosts of the Momtourage podcast. The two are honest about parenting fails and the struggle to be selfless mothers plus they share some great parenting advice, too. This is a fun, funny, and lively episode featuring two hilarious Moms who are keeping motherhood real - no matter what. Dr. Dan and Ashley and Keri discuss careers, pregnancy, parenting, and so much more.   This episode proves to parents everywhere that they are not alone, and we are all in this together! For more information visit the Momtourage website: www.momtouragepodcast.com and follow Ashley and Keri on Instagram @momtouragepodcast. Email your parenting questions to Dr. Dan podcast@drdanpeters.com (we might answer on a future episode). Follow us @parentfootprintpodcast (Instagram, Facebook) and @drdanpeters (Twitter). Listen, follow, and leave us a review on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you like to listen! Don’t forget, you can hear eve

Dr. Dan interviews Muretta Moss, actress, stepmom, and host of the Counter Parenting Podcast. Muretta’s Counter Parenting podcast is a weekly show that aims to empower and inform listeners about all the charming (and not-so-charming elements!) of co-parenting – from a step-parent’s perspective.  After noticing the many resources available for co-parenting and divorce with little for step-parents, Muretta stepped up to fill the gap. Her podcast features interviews with people involved in all aspects of co-parenting and offers listeners tools to live authentically while co-parenting. Muretta Moss is also an accomplished actress and writer.  Follow her on Instagram. Email your parenting questions to Dr. Dan podcast@drdanpeters.com (we might answer on a future episode). Follow us @parentfootprintpodcast (Instagram, Facebook) and @drdanpeters (Twitter). Listen, follow, and leave us a review on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you like to listen! Don’t forget, you can hear every episode one week early and

Originally aired April 26, 2022  It’s time for another “Sitting Down with Dr. Dan” bonus episode. Dr. Dan and audio engineer Phil Rossi answer listener questions about teasing, nudity rules, and more. Dr. Dan answers questions about parenting (and adulting!) every month on our exclusive “Sitting Down With Dr. Dan” special bonus episodes. Remember to submit your parenting questions by emailing podcast@drdanpeters.com or sending them to us via social media (we love DMs). We want to hear from you – and we might feature your question on a future bonus episode.  Our new bonus episodes drop in our regular podcast feed that last Tuesday of every month. Follow us @parentfootprintpodcast (Instagram, Facebook) and @drdanpeters (Twitter). Listen, follow, and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts, Wondery, Amazon Music, or wherever you like to listen. Remember you can hear every episode one week early and ad-free by subscribing to Wondery+ in the @WonderyMedia App. For more information: www.exactlyrightmedia.com www.drdanp