How To Talk To Kids About Anything

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Author, Professional Speaker, Parenting Expert, Podcaster

Recent Episodes
  • How to Talk to Kids about Peaceful Sibling Relationships with Dr. Laura Markham – Rerelease
    Apr 15, 2025 – 50:06
  • How to Talk about Raising a Self-Driven Child with William Stixrud, Ph.D and Ned Johnson
    Apr 8, 2025 –
  • How to Talk to Kids about Beating the Odds, Acceptance & True Self Worth with Peter Mutabazi – Rerelease
    Apr 2, 2025 – 48:18
  • How to Talk to Kids about Anxiety and OCD with Jennifer Weaver, LCSW
    Mar 25, 2025 –
  • How to Talk to Kids about Having Meaningful Conversations that Matter with Celeste Headlee – Rerelease
    Mar 18, 2025 –
  • How to Help Your Kid with ADHD Thrive in Today’s World with Dr. Catherine McCarthy
    Mar 11, 2025 – 36:38
  • What to do (and what not to do) to become mentally strong parents with Amy Morin, LCSW – Rerelease
    Mar 4, 2025 – 41:59
  • How to Talk to Kids about Breaking Gender Stereotypes with Jodi Norgaard
    Feb 25, 2025 – 50:08
  • How to Talk to Kids about Boyworld, Girlworld, Bullying & Cultures of Dignity with Rosalind Wiseman – Rerelease
    Feb 18, 2025 –
  • How to Talk about Punishment-Free Parenting with Jon Fogel
    Feb 11, 2025 –
  • How to Talk to Kids about Self-Injury with Dr. Janis Whitlock – Rerelease
    Feb 4, 2025 – 46:19
  • How to Talk about Parenting Yourself First with Bryana Kappadakunnel
    Jan 28, 2025 – 41:34
  • How to Talk to Kids About Divorce with Christina McGhee – Rerelease
    Jan 21, 2025 –
  • How to Support Kids’ Mental Health in the Digital Age with Kruti Kanojia
    Jan 14, 2025 –
  • How to Talk to Kids about Being Critical Thinkers with Julie Bogart – Rerelease
    Jan 7, 2025 – 57:59
  • How to Help Kids Thrive in 2025 with Dr. Michele Borba
    Dec 31, 2024 – 42:41
  • How to Talk to Kids about labels and diversity with Irshad Manji – Rerelease
    Dec 24, 2024 –
  • How to Talk to Kids about Depression, Substance Abuse and Suicide with Anne Moss Rogers – Rerelease
    Dec 17, 2024 – 45:33
  • How to Talk to Kids about Finding Their Inner Hero in 2025 with Carrie Goldman
    Dec 10, 2024 – 35:51
  • How to Talk to Kids about Celebrity Culture, Influence & Imperfections with Cooper Lawrence, PhD – Rerelease
    Dec 3, 2024 – 59:37
  • How to Talk to Kids about Real Bodies and Real Health with Nancy Redd
    Nov 26, 2024 –
  • How to Talk To Kids About Bully Prevention with Dr. Michele Borba – Rerelease
    Nov 19, 2024 – 50:20
  • How to Talk to Kids about Body Image Throughout Life with Dr. Charlotte Markey
    Nov 5, 2024 –
  • How to Talk to Kids about Sex, Love and Equality with Bonnie J Rough – Rerelease
    Oct 29, 2024 –
  • How to Talk to Kids about Staying Calm and Not Freaking Out with Carla Naumburg, Ph.D.
    Oct 22, 2024 – 48:02
  • How to Inspire Children to Read with Alex Corbitt – Rerelease
    Oct 15, 2024 –
  • How to Talk about Pressure to Succeed and the Feelings that Go with It with Dr. Jessi Gold
    Oct 8, 2024 – 45:38
  • How to Talk to Kids about Positive Internal Strengths with Dr. Marilyn Price Mitchell – Rerelease
    Oct 1, 2024 – 59:07
  • How to Parent with Love and Logic with Dr. Foster Cline
    Sep 24, 2024 – 1:04:54
  • How to Raise Confident Teen Girls with Dannielle Miller – Rerelease
    Sep 17, 2024 – 1:02:00
  • How to Raise Securely Attached Kids with Eli Harwood
    Sep 10, 2024 – 43:22
  • How to Parent Children with Awareness and Presence with Dr. Dan Siegel – Rerelease
    Sep 3, 2024 –
  • How to Talk to Kids about Making Friends with JoAnn Crohn M. Ed
    Aug 27, 2024 – 48:54
  • How to Talk to Kids about Gender and Identity with Lisa Selin Davis – Rerelease
    Aug 20, 2024 –
  • How to Let Go of Punishing Our Kids to Embrace Parenting Peace with Michelle Kenney
    Aug 13, 2024 –
  • How to Talk to Kids about Useful Social Skills for Life with Catherine Newman – Rerelease
    Aug 6, 2024 –
  • How to Raise Capable and Compassionate Children with Simone Davies and Junnifa Uzodike
    Jul 30, 2024 – 48:46
  • How to Talk to Kids about Money Skills with Chad Willardson – Rerelease
    Jul 24, 2024 –
  • The Art and Skill of Talking with Children with Rebecca Rolland, Ed.D – Rerelease
    Jul 23, 2024 – 45:31
  • How to Talk to Kids about the Power of Emotions with Dr. Julia Di Gangi
    Jul 16, 2024 –
  • How to Talk to Girls about Body Image and Body Resilience with Dr. Lindsay Kite and Dr. Lexie Kite – Rerelease
    Jul 9, 2024 –
  • How to Talk to Kids about Weight, Size, Body Image and Fitting in with Ian Karmel and Alisa Karmel, PsyD
    Jul 2, 2024 –
  • How to Talk to Kids about Climate Change with Bill Weir
    Jun 18, 2024 –
  • How to Raise Curious, Responsible Toddlers the Montessori Way with Simone Davies – ReRelease
    Jun 11, 2024 –
  • How to Talk to Girls about Collaboration and Confidence with Dr. Katie Hurley and Riley Hurley
    Jun 4, 2024 –
  • How to Help Kids Build Healthy Technology Habits with Diana Graber Rerelease
    May 28, 2024 –
  • How to Talk to Kids about Puberty with Cara Natterson and Vanessa Kroll-Bennett
    May 21, 2024 –
  • How to Stop Yelling and Start Connecting with Your Kids with Dr. Laura Markham – ReRelease
    May 14, 2024 –
  • How to Talk to Kids about Procrastination with Ned Johnson
    May 7, 2024 –
  • How to Stay Connected With Your Teen with Yshai Boussi
    Apr 24, 2024 –
Recent Reviews
  • PauCepi
    Great podcast
    One of the best parenting podcasts I’ve been listening to. Up to date information and excellent tips to put into practice anytime. I just love this podcast.
  • I. M. Everywoman
    Great Wisdom, Awesome Advice
    Dr. Robyn has amazing guests with insightful, thoughtful and super helpful advice!
  • BRW1979
    Such a great podcast!
    An excellent podcast for parents who want to be more intentional. A wide variety of subjects that hit on everything that really matters.
  • RMCM1261
    Too loud
    Your volume on your microphone is way too loud! Love the show but I constantly have to turn you down and turn up your guests.
  • Lionessaj
    Fix volume.
    You are at a higher volume than the person you are interviewing. Making it difficult to listen and needing to constantly try change the volume. I can’t listen because you blow out my ears. Correct this simple thing in editing and I’ll correct my stats after I can listen without the struggle
  • drsinglemom
    Great podcast!
    Love this podcast and Dr. Robyn
  • leidykarolina
    This is a jewel
    I came looking for direction after hitting my head on a wall while I parent my 3 kiddos and I’m so glad I found this podcast. I left feeling hugged and empowered to do better and practical solutions for things I was feeling overwhelmed with. So thankful and the host is just so kind and endearing… again I just felt hugged and like I went to therapy 🥹
  • Jenn Granneman
    Wonderful!
    This podcast is such a treasure. Dr. Silverman is an empathetic and smart host who gives realistic advice. Her show is a must-listen for any parent of a teenager.
  • Pathfinder04
    Courageous Discomfort
    Talking with Dr. Robyn was a treat! She was open and honest about the need to talk about race and racism esp with young people. She was honest and vulnerable in her own answers, even though we were guests, and she gave us ample time to talk. She even reached out and asked questions when our segment was over. It was a real treat being on her show.
  • CGN0246
    Wise, thoughtful, useful content for parents
    Dr. Robyn Silverman is not only an expert in her field, but she hosts a fantastic content. The topics are relevant and important and the conversations are engaging and enjoyable. This is the podcast every parent needs!
  • AaaKSss
    Much-needed, Informative Support in the Form of Audio
    Dr. Robyn provides evidence-informed support in child development through her well-prepared interviews. This podcast is perfect for adults who are looking for expert advice but are too busy to read through a book. Another benefit is that listeners receive multiple perspectives through her carefully-selected interviewees. Dr. Robyn builds rapport with her guests to create conversation, but her questions are also constructed so that you don’t feel like you’re listening to two radio-show podcasters ramble. Highly recommend for parents, educators, caregivers, and anyone who interacts with children.
  • Dr. Jen Pratt
    Absolutely wonderful!
    Dr. Robyn’s podcast tackles tough topics head on! She is knowledgeable and real. Excellent resource for families and educators. As a pediatrician, I highly recommend!
  • Kim_Van_Art
    Wonderful resource!
    Very helpful podcast filled with information for parents & educators. Really enjoy her interview style and appreciate the level of research she does on each guest.
  • Rikki Ridgeway
    Great Podcast!
    Dr. Robyn is an expert in her field. I would highly recommend her work for anyone who has kids or works with them. She was such a pleasure to work with! I look forward to enjoying all of her upcoming podcasts.
  • mtschoolcounselor
    The BEST!
    As an elementary school counselor, this is my favorite podcast. It speaks to me as a professional and a mother. She has the best experts on, asks insightful and relevant questions and I ALWAYS learn something in each episode. Often I go back through the show notes to remember a quote or search for the guest's book/website, etc. SO GOOD!
  • MelindaMoyer
    Thoughtful and incisive
    I'm a big fan of Dr. Robyn, and her podcast is exceptional. She digs deep into the many ways ways parents can connect with kids, which parenting strategies work and why, and so much more. Highly recommend!
  • Erleb1
    Excellent!
    This podcast covers a tremendous range of parenting challenges and questions! Robyn brings on the show knowledgable experts and the advice is practical and helpful! Disclosure: I was glad to be a guest on the show (topic: child anxiety) and very much enjoyed our conversation.
  • BAH0125
    I’m hooked!
    Raising two tweens and you podcasts are insightful and are my new way of enjoying my morning power walks - physically and mentally empowering me before the day begins. Wonderful advise and love your podcasts!
  • skathrynb
    Wonderful!
    I really enjoy and have learned so many wonderful things from this podcast. Robin always covers important and helpful topics.
  • EricaNYC23
    Parenting tips from someone who “gets it”!
    Dr. Robyn and her podcast is a must listen for any parent looking for a real life tools, tips and strategies from someone who gets it! The podcast addresses meaningful (and timely!) topics and provides insight in a kind and comforting way. Listening regularly allows me to feel like I’m not alone on this parenting roller coaster! I highly recommend Dr. Robyn and her podcast!!
  • smal8215
    Sounds like a cooking podcast
    The host of this show is constantly making mouth noises during her interviews. It is as if she thinks we will forget she is there if she isn’t constantly make her own noises while others are talking. Would love to be able to get the information without her constant mmmmm sounds, right, yup, hummm sounds while guests are speaking.
  • ZigzagPath
    Frustrating
    The host is so obnoxious, she constantly interrupts her guests, inserting her own two cents and not allowing the person to express a thought.
  • Dpippen
    So refreshing!
    Dr. Robyn engages the topics that overwhelm me most as a parent. I'm thankful that she offers a starting point with so many tools and resources. The podcast is a way to put my fears on the table and and engage my courage as a parent. I'm realizing that parenting will always be messy, so all I have to do is keep showing up and engaging the hard conversations.
  • Claudaugh
    Can’t get enough
    Dr. Robyn has a variety of guests with different perspectives. In a time when we don’t have our “normal” parenting support, we can turn to her. Can’t wait for the next podcast!
  • GOELUV
    Spot on! I highly recommend to any caregiver of kiddos/teens!
    As a child and family therapist myself I am always seeking resources to share with the parents and caregivers I work with. Dr. Robyn gives wonderful, insightful advice with a little bit of humor thrown in now and then. She understands that parenting is hard and doesn’t try to sugarcoat. This podcast is great for not just parents but anyone who spends times with kids and teens.
  • a person!!!
    Refreshing
    Thank you for a refreshing and practical take on the different stresses that parents face. I absolutely love your perspective.
  • TheMotherOfMyKids
    Insightful & Thought provoking
    A friend recommended this podcast and I could not be more grateful. The guests, topics & discussions are so helpful in helping me understand my own parenting and the perspectives of my children & their friends in real time. I’ve recommended this podcast to parents of all ages, sexes, orientations and socioeconomic classes- everyone is appreciative of the honest & applicable presentations. 5/5 stars.
  • sbswingskirt
    Thank goodness for your podcasts!!
    Your podcast is truly a lifesaver, especially in the pandemic. Being able to find ways to talk to my kids about everything (from the simple stuff to the cringey and sometimes scary stuff). I love that you also have authors on to discuss their books and you use the title of the books for the titles of your episodes! It makes it super easy for me to find exactly what i need when i need it! I will listen to all of it — even though i don’t have boys. It’s important to listen and learn so my girls will be prepared! Thank you for being an anchor for me (and I’m sure PLENTY of other parents) when i feel lost in the sea of parenting teens!!!
  • Mvuich
    Parenting without Perfection
    This was a great listen. So many things have been changing with the way our homes look and operate during this pandemic. It was interesting and a great reminder of how to talk to your kids about what is happening, and how to shift expectations within your home and with your parenting.
  • Sara - Health and PE educator
    Variety of topics and guests
    While the variety of topics is notable, they are all pretty consequential. Even episodes that don’t pertain to one’s parenting situations are worthy of a listen because they address kids and issues that are undeniably relevant. I LOVE that she has guests provide feedback for real life examples.
  • PHX78
    Bullying with Carrie Goldman
    This info came at the right time. So glad To have some help and direction in dealing with this topic.
  • jahazag
    Tremendous Resource for Parents
    Fabulous!! Such a tremendous resource! She asks her knowledgeable and insightful guests all the questions I would want to ask. Many thanks!
  • Shri43
    Excellent resource!
    Dr Robyn provides an invaluable resource to parents, educators and anyone interested in youth and parenting youth! I have enjoyed listening and have learned a lot. Thank you!
  • Robin Dini
    Adding to Arsenal
    It is essential to surround ourselves with people are encouraging in regards to parenting. Never compare yourself to others but always listen and offer a platform to support other parents. This is a great resource for parents. The mental health episode regarding self care especially.
  • Philly girl 2
    Mission Critical Content
    Every topic is mission-critical to raising a healthy family and healthy community/society. People think communication should be easy but it's all in the details and perspective, and Dr. Robyn gives you the tools to do it right.
  • DJ Hart
    Wow! Amazing insights
    Dr. Robyn Silverman makes it easy to understand and discuss even the trickiest of subjects. A family is in our near future and these conversations help us believe that we can do this. Thank you for providing attainable information and realistic solutions!
  • Keren AG
    Fantasy resource!
    Dr. Robin tackles the subject so well. She interviews wonderful professionals. Listening and implementing the ideas from this podcast have improved my parenting
  • jessrhodesbiz
    My go to podcast for parenting tips
    I immersed myself in parenting tips when my kids were babies and toddlers. Now that they’re school age, I feel totally unqualified! all the tips I’ve learned for parenting babies and toddlers aren’t applicable to the challenges I have parenting school age kids. This podcast has so many topics that I want to learn about!
  • CdP12345
    Practical and Compassionate
    Dr Robyn Silverman interviews her guests to give her listeners such practical advice. As a mother- I love to hear how- how do I do this. And she is also at the same time compassionate. You really feel that Dr Robyn is with us and understands the real issues parents face today. This is the parenting podcast you need!
  • EmotionallyNaked.com
    She gives me the answers I need
    I so enjoyed my interview with Dr. Robyn Silverman and I'm hooked! I have listened to other episodes and the guests she has deliver clear learning outcomes because she directs the conversation in that regard. No tangents!
  • AlaskaJacqui
    I love this podcast!
    I really can’t say enough wonderful things about this podcast. Dr. Robyn Silverman is quite inspiring and always hosts such interesting speakers. There’s always some gem to take away from each episode. As a counselor it has helped me improve in my work with kids and I recommend it to families as well.
  • CIA2a2
    She’s amazing!
    She’s an absolute rockstar in her field and has blessed so many lives with her knowledge. Thank you!
  • jme_malia
    Great info!
    I loved today’s podcast about Popularity. I have been needing some guidance for one of my children and this was perfect. Thank you!
  • CindyT678
    Awesome podcast!
    Great parenting podcast! Informative and up to date topics. Thank you, Dr. Robin!
  • Dr. Lisa Damour
    just what parents need!
    Thanks to Dr. Robyn Silverman for this terrific podcast that provides sane and informed guidance on the topics that parents really care about! Well worth your time.
  • M. Icard
    Always reliable info
    Dr. Robyn books top notch professionals in the field so you know you’ll learn something important with each episode. Always insightful!
  • B_Newlin
    Great advice for parents of kids with "big feelings"
    I was lucky enough to get one of my biggest questions answered in the 8/20 episode and we're implementing some of it now as the school year starts. Dr. Silverman alwys has the best guests and I can't say enough about how much I appreciate her humor and insight on some of these subjects that can be so stressful.
  • M. Schorr
    Excellent resource for parents
    So glad I found out about this new podcast. Great conversations and lots of excellent material for parents to mull over.
  • Alan Katzman
    Pragmatic Advice for Raising Kids in the Digital Age
    A colleague recently referred me to Dr. Robyn's podcasts. After listening to her most recent podcast with Sue Scheff, I found the conversations to be refreshingly real and the advice to be relevant and timely. I look forward to listening her entire podcast portfolio. Kudos Dr. Robyn!
  • sex talks review
    Amazing!
    What great podcasts! I ecpecially loved the podcast about how to talk to your children about sex. Such a hard topic. As a young mom I am just starting to have my son ask questions. As I listened the importance of answering those questions and being the one he comes to really hit me! I can't wait to listen to more of Robyn's podcasts.
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