Parenting can be joyful, wonderful, and absolutely amazing—but it can also be exhausting, overwhelming, and insanely stressful. And the reality is, you’ll never have all the answers to every parenting problem. But, what you do have is a whole wide world of resources right at your fingertips that can definitely make the parenting journey less overwhelming.
That’s why we LOVE Dr. Aliza Pressman, developmental psychologist, parent educator, assistant clinical professor, co-founder of Mount Sinai Parenting Center and Seedlings Group, and host of Raising Good Humans. Yeah, she’s got a looooong portfolio. And honestly? That’s what makes her THE best resource for current and soon-to-be parents looking for a virtual shoulder to lean on.
When it comes to raising good, smart, and kid humans, Dr. Pressman is our go-to for all the best tips. But with SO many fantastic episodes, how do you choose which ones to start with? Don’t worry—that’s what we’re here for. Today, we’re giving you the BEST Raising Good Humans podcast episodes so you can get all the good-for-you advice ASAP!
What Is The Raising Good Humans Podcast About?
The Raising Good Humans podcast is allll about setting the goal that all parents want to achieve and seeing the bigger picture of raising good children. Dr. Pressman invites other researchers, authors, and parents to share sound, practical, and nonjudgemental advice about parenting and common problems. It’s not all just enjoyable chit-chat—these guests are here to share their experiences and wide-reaching research. And, let’s be honest… awesome parenting advice from actual experts and real parents that actually makes sense can be hard to come by.
She’s here to talk about the important stuff—the kind of info you won’t find on other platforms. From how to respond to backtalk to how a conflict that began in childhood can impact life way beyond, nothing’s off limits.
So, without further ado, let’s talk about the top podcast episodes of Raising Good Humans. Each episode is packed with incredible advice that all parents need to hear!
10 Best Raising Good Humans Podcast Episodes
The Science of Revenge: Understanding and Overcoming Grievances to Raise More Forgiving Kids
A little anger and frustration is COMPLETELY natural in parenting—from both kids and parents themselves. And who better to explain that than James Kimmel Jr. JD, lecturer in psychiatry at the Yale School of Medicine and author of The Science of Revenge? He talks to Dr. Aliza Pressman about what neuroscience has to say about revenge, grievance, and retaliation, and how the brain’s reward system impacts it all.
The Practical Strategies for Parenting Highly Sensitive Children
Dr. Aliza Pressman invites Claire Lerner onto the podcast to discuss everything about raising sensitive, reactive, and “orchid” children. From setting boundaries to dealing with tantrums, this episode gives proper tools and talks about how to implement them. For anyone raising sensitive little ones of their own, you definitely don’t wanna miss this.
And, if you loved this episode, don’t forget to check out: Understanding Orchids and Dandelions: A Deeper Dive into Human Temperament with Dr. Thomas Bryce.
Teen Drinking: What You Need to Know with Professor Rob Turrisi
The thing we love about Raising Good Humans is the versatility and inclusivity to ALL parents. The advice doesn’t stop just because you’re raising kids of a certain age. And when you’re looking for advice on raising teens, this is a big topic. Dr. Rob Turrisi, leading expert in behavioral decision-making and substance misuse prevention, talks all things teen drinking. He discusses developmental factors, common misconceptions, and tools parents can use to slow or prevent teen drinking altogether.
Validation: The Skill That Changes Everything with Dr. Caroline Fleck
We all know that as adults, validation is key tool for unleashing your inner confidence. But did you know validation matters just as much to kids? Dr. Caroline Fleck leads listeners through the journey of understanding what validation truly is and why it matters in parenting. It’s beyond just helpful tools and tips, this information is research-backed and totally eye-opening.
10 Ways to Prevent Entitlement and Cultivate Gratitude
It’s no secret that raising good kids helps them turn into good adults. And in this solo episode, Dr. Aliza Pressman shares 10 science-backed ways to foster gratitude while also preventing entitlement. These approaches are a lot more joyful, relatable, and easy to incorporate than you may think!
Redefining Boy Culture & How We Can Raise Our Kids with Deep Curiosity and Connection
There are so many different societal standards when it comes to raising kids. Boys should be powerful and hide their emotions, and girls should be kind and passionate—we’re all familiar with the concept. Dr. Aliza Pressman invites Dr. Niobe Way to have a very real, honest, and open conversation about “boy culture.” It’s time that we redefine it for the better, and that is what this episode is all about.
Why Is My Child In Charge? A Roadmap to End Power Struggles
In this episode, Dr. Aliza Pressman sits down with Claire Lerner to talk about effective approaches and tools to deal with parent-child power struggles, cooperation, and parenting toddlers. Lerner is the Director of Parenting Resources at Zero to Three: National Center for Infants, Toddlers, and Families and has years of experience in this field.
Big Little Feelings Toddler Experts Are Talking Toddlers
Buckle in for this totally toddler episode of Raising Good Humans! You’ll hear tooons advice for how to survive that terrifying toddler stage! Dr. Pressman is joined by Kristin and Deena from Big Little Feelings to answer all those pressing questions about the terrible twos, biting, hitting, bath time blues, and talking to your toddler about death.
Cultivating Bravery with Kelly Corrigan
Dr. Pressman welcomes Kelly Corrigan, NYT bestselling author and host of the podcast Kelly Corrigan Wonders, to the studio. Together, they discuss the difficulties unique to modern parenting and finding balance between offering guidance and embracing uncertainty. They also take a closer look at the concept of “kitchen table bravery.” These simple, everyday parental decisions can make you stronger and more prepared to tackle parenthood.
How to Raise Kids Who Aren’t Assholes with Author Melinda Wenner Moyer
Melinda Wenner Moyer and her best-selling book, How to Raise Kids Who Aren’t Assholes are the main topics of this super-interesting episode of Raising Good Humans. They dive deep that in order to raise kids to be kind and generous, you have to treat them, basically, like tiny adults. Acknowledge their feelings, communicate properly, and those traits reflect tenfold.
Fair Play and The Practical, Time and Anxiety Saving System For Couples To Run The Household
Looking for an episode to watch with your spouse? This episode, featuring best-selling author Eve Rodsky, is an awesome podcast for couples. It’s chock full of tips for creating a happier and healthier household—with or without children. You’ll learn how to change the dynamic of your relationship, how to focus on what really matters, and how to start living life to the fullest.
Everything You Need To Know About Discipline with Dr. Tina Payne Bryson
Settle in and enjoy this episode where Dr. Pressman and Dr. Tina Payne Bryson get down to the nitty gritty of all things discipline. Dr. Bryson, best-selling author of The Bottom Line for Baby & The Power of Showing Up, is here to talk about discipline from the toddler stage to the teenage years.
New York Times Best Selling author Dr. Madeline Levine on Setting Our Kids Up For Resilience
If there’s anything we know for sure, it’s that the world is a crazy place that is constantly changing and progressing. This is why it is sooo essential to prepare our children not only for the world we currently live in, but also for the world they will grow in to. In this episode, Dr. Pressman and best-selling author, Dr. Levine, dive deep into the subject of resilience and how to prepare your children for the future.
Practical Tools for Tricky Toddler Transitions With Renowned Psychologist and Bestselling Author Dr. Tina Payne Bryson
In this episode, Dr. Pressman welcomes back toddler expert, Dr. Tina Payne Bryson, for a second round of awesome conversations and super helpful advice! This time, Dr. Bryson is here to discuss the actual science behind toddler brain’s, outbursts, and the terrible twos. When dealing with difficult toddler transitions, it can be really useful to understand the chemicals and hormones that are affecting your child as they grow.
How to Decrease Yelling as a Discipline Strategy
As a parent, it can be difficult to find the discipline strategy that works best for you and your family. And, as with any type of discipline, there are always a multitude of opinions. Plus of course the mom-shaming blogs that make it even harder to figure out the best solution for you. If this is something you’re struggling with, then this is definitely the episode for you! In this solo episode, you’ll hear about why yelling might not be the best solution. You’ll also gain key tips for disciplining children and teenagers.
The Sleep Doctor: How Do You Sleep Train a Baby, How Do You Sleep Train a Toddler and What Happens To Sleep Training with Older Kids?
Getting good sleep is one of the best ways to improve your mental health. In this episode, Dr. Jason Bronstein gets down to the nitty gritty of the actual science behind sleep training. Doctor’s Pressman and Bronstein discuss how to address sleep-time issues (because all parents know this can be a tricky one.) They also discuss how to make effective plans for training your child (and yourself!) to sleep alllll through the night.
Ready to start Raising Good Humans?
Each and every parenting style is different, and that’s what makes each and every one of us special and unique. And honestly, we’re all pretty much just winging it! Raising Good Humans is an all-around awesome and educational podcast where you can boost your confidence as a parent and learn life-changing and effective strategies for life, parenting, and even marriage.
Dr. Aliza Pressman releases new content weekly, so be sure to check in every Friday for new episodes. Since she knows that parents can be suuuper busy, each episode is only about one hour long. With over 120 episodes about tooons of different parenting issues, you can pretty much guarantee that there’s an episode just for you! So, when you’re ready to start listening, you can find Raising Good Humans on Dear Media, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify. We hope you enjoy it and as always, feel free to drop any comments or questions you might have below!
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