Teen Life Podcast

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A weekly podcast where we research teen culture so you can focus on connection with the teenagers in your life. Join Karlie Duke, Tobin Hodges, and Caleb Hatchett for fun conversations, trends, and tips for how to best connect with teenagers. This podcast is perfect for parents, teachers, counselors, church or school staff. Subscribe and join us today!

  1. MAY 12

    Helping Teens Build Better Summer Habits | Ep. 194

    Most teens don’t need more time… they need better rhythms. Summer brings freedom—but it can also quietly bring disconnection, late nights, and days that all start to feel the same. Most teens don’t need more time… they need better rhythms. In episode 193, we unpack why summer doesn’t naturally create growth—it amplifies whatever patterns are already there. We'll also address how you can help your teen build a summer that actually feels meaningful, without controlling every moment, but by guiding a few simple habits that shape who they’re becoming. Because at the end of the day, it’s not about creating a perfect summer. It’s about helping your teen build a life. . . In this episode, we mentioned the following resources: - Science Daily - Creating Daily Habits - Psych Today - Teens and Habits - Modern Parenting - Having the Best Summer with Your Child - Teen Life: The Ultimate Guide to Summer with Teens - Teen Life Blog: 5 Ways to Keep Teens Safe This Summer | Summer Bucket List for Families | Navigating Your Teen Through the Summer - Teen Life Podcast: Summer Bucket List | Summer Ideas | Summer Jobs . . Visit our website: www.teenlifepodcast.com Subscribe to get the episodes in your inbox: www.teenlife.ngo/subscribe Watch the podcast on ⁠YouTube⁠! Follow Us: Instagram | Facebook | Twitter . . Podcast Music by: Luke Cabrera & Tobin Hodges Hosted by: Karlie Duke, Caleb Hatchett & Tobin Hodges Produced by: Karlie Duke & Kelly Fann

    19 min

  2. MAY 5

    Talking to Teens About Porn | Ep. 193

    It's a conversation every kid needs (whether you want to have it or not). Many parents and mentors hope the conversation about pornography never comes up—but most teens will encounter it, often earlier than expected and sometimes by accident. What matters most is not avoiding the topic, but creating a safe space where honesty can happen. Shame causes teens to hide, but curiosity invites them to open up. Learning how to stay calm, ask better questions, and talk about healthy relationships can make all the difference in helping teens navigate a complicated digital world with wisdom and confidence. . . In this episode, we mentioned the following resources: - Internet Safety 101: Pornography 101 - Common Sense Media: Teens and Pornography - NLM: Pornography Consumption and Cognitive-Affective Distress - Fight the New Drug - Teen Life Blog: How to Help Teens Quit Porn - Teen Life Podcast: Pornography | Deep Dive on Pornography | Helping Teens Balance Digital Lives with Sarah Brooks . . Visit our website: www.teenlifepodcast.com Subscribe to get the episodes in your inbox: www.teenlife.ngo/subscribe Watch the podcast on ⁠YouTube⁠! Follow Us: Instagram | Facebook | Twitter . . Podcast Music by: Luke Cabrera & Tobin Hodges Hosted by: Karlie Duke, Caleb Hatchett & Tobin Hodges Produced by: Karlie Duke & Kelly Fann

    26 min

  3. APR 28

    Helping Teens Land Their First Job | Ep. 192

    A first job is about so much more than earning money. It’s often where teens begin learning responsibility, confidence, communication, and independence. From showing up on time to learning how to talk to adults and handle challenges, work helps teens build the kind of competence that shapes long-term confidence. But many parents struggle to know how much help is too much. Should you step in and fill out applications, or should your teen handle it all on their own? The goal isn’t to take over—it’s to coach. Helping teens practice interview skills, build responsibility at home, and think beyond just the paycheck can make all the difference. When teens take ownership of the process, they gain more than a job—they gain confidence in themselves. . . In this episode, we mentioned the following resources: - Boys & Girls Clubs: How to Be First Job Ready - Youth Job Center: Interviewing Skills - NIH: Teenage Employment and Career Readiness - Evolve: Teenage Jobs: The Pros and Cons - NIH: The Benefits and Risks of Adolescent Employment - Your Teen Magazine: How to Get Your First Job: Tips for Teens - Crew: The Ultimate Job Guide for Young Teens - Teen Life Podcast: Summer Jobs . . Visit our website: www.teenlifepodcast.com Subscribe to get the episodes in your inbox: www.teenlife.ngo/subscribe Watch the podcast on ⁠YouTube⁠! Follow Us: Instagram | Facebook | Twitter . . Podcast Music by: Luke Cabrera & Tobin Hodges Hosted by: Karlie Duke, Caleb Hatchett & Tobin Hodges Produced by: Karlie Duke & Kelly Fann

    23 min

  4. APR 21

    Helping Teens Build Better Habits | Ep. 191

    Your teen says they want to change—but nothing seems to stick. It’s easy to assume it’s a lack of effort, but the real issue is often deeper: habits. Nearly half of what we do each day runs on autopilot, and those patterns quietly shape who we’re becoming. Instead of pushing for more willpower, this conversation helps you guide teens to notice their habits, understand what those habits are doing for them, and make small, meaningful swaps that actually last. Because lasting change doesn’t come from big promises—it comes from small rhythms repeated over time. . . In this episode, we mentioned the following resources: The Common RuleThe Common Rule by Justin Whitmel EarleyPsychology Today: Adolescence and the Development of HabitsAmerican College of Pediatricians: The Benefits of the Family TableJOMOBrickTeen Life Blog: Imitation as a Form of Habit-CreationAtomic HabitsAtomic Habits by James Clear. . Visit our website: www.teenlifepodcast.com Subscribe to get the episodes in your inbox: www.teenlife.ngo/subscribe Watch the podcast on ⁠YouTube⁠! Follow Us: Instagram | Facebook | Twitter . . Podcast Music by: Luke Cabrera & Tobin Hodges Hosted by: Karlie Duke, Caleb Hatchett & Tobin Hodges Produced by: Karlie Duke & Kelly Fann

    27 min

  5. APR 14

    How to Stop Teen Gossip at School | Ep. 190

    Drama spreads fast—especially when emotions are high and information is unclear. Get a better picture of why teens gossip, how rumors escalate, and the subtle ways adults can unintentionally fuel the problem. More importantly, learn practical ways to respond without shutting teens down—so you can build trust, model integrity, and redirect conversations toward something healthier. . . In this episode, we mentioned the following resources: - . . Visit our website: www.teenlifepodcast.com Subscribe to get the episodes in your inbox: www.teenlife.ngo/subscribe Watch the podcast on ⁠YouTube⁠! Follow Us: Instagram | Facebook | Twitter . . Podcast Music by: Luke Cabrera & Tobin Hodges Hosted by: Karlie Duke, Caleb Hatchett & Tobin Hodges Produced by: Karlie Duke & Kelly Fann

    18 min

  6. APR 7

    Is Teen Anger Normal? | Ep. 189

    . . In this episode, we mentioned the following resources: Child Mind Institute: Teens and Anger American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry: Teen Brain: Behavior, Problem Solving, and Decision Making Michigan State: Understanding brain development is useful when handling conflict with teens New Harbor Behavioral Healthcare: Teen Anxiety and Irritability: Are They Related? Disney+: Inside Out The Teen Magazine: The Art of Rage-Baiting: Revealing Social Media's New Candy Teen Life Podcast: Anger | Navigating Difficult Conversations | De-escalation Skills and Conflict Management | Understanding the Teenage Brain | Why Teens Say Offensive Things . . Visit our website: www.teenlifepodcast.com Subscribe to get the episodes in your inbox: www.teenlife.ngo/subscribe Watch the podcast on ⁠YouTube⁠! Follow Us: Instagram | Facebook | Twitter . . Podcast Music by: Luke Cabrera & Tobin Hodges Hosted by: Karlie Duke, Caleb Hatchett & Tobin Hodges Produced by: Karlie Duke & Kelly Fann

    22 min

  7. MAR 31

    Why Teens Say Offensive Things | Ep. 188

    Teens often say offensive things. So how do adults set healthy boundaries without losing connection? Teens often push boundaries with sarcasm, edgy jokes, or language that makes adults pause—but what does it actually mean? In this episode of the Teen Life Podcast, we unpack why teens use humor to test identity, gain social approval, and navigate belonging. More importantly, we explore how adults can respond in ways that build connection and empathy instead of escalating the moment. If you’ve ever wondered whether a comment is “just a joke” or something more, this conversation will give you clarity and practical tools to respond with confidence. . . In this episode, we mentioned the following resources: Casey, Jones & Hare (2008) – The Adolescent Brain https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2475802/Center for Teen and Parent Communication: Developing Adolescent IdentityLIH: Does Humor Explain Why Relationally Aggressive Adolescents Are Popular?Parents: How Can I Get My Child to Be Serious When They Need to Be?Lisa Damour, PHD: Should I Let My Kid Use Swear Words?The New York Times: What Teenagers Are Saying About CursingTeen Life Podcast: Identity Formation. . Visit our website: www.teenlifepodcast.com Subscribe to get the episodes in your inbox: www.teenlife.ngo/subscribe Watch the podcast on ⁠YouTube⁠! Follow Us: Instagram | Facebook | Twitter . . Podcast Music by: Luke Cabrera & Tobin Hodges Hosted by: Karlie Duke, Caleb Hatchett & Tobin Hodges Produced by: Karlie Duke & Kelly Fann

    21 min

  8. MAR 24

    How to Support Younger Adolescents | Ep. 187

    . . In this episode, we mentioned the following resources: PsychologyToday: Why More Kids Are Starting Puberty Earlier Than Ever Before JAMA: Social Media Use and Depressive Symptoms During Early AdolescenceElsevier: Addictive Digital Habits in Early Adolescence Linked to Mental Health Struggles, Study FindsPediatrics Nationwide: As Suicide Increases in Preteens, Investigators Expand Research into Causes and PreventionWashington Post: New study shows social media use predicted future depression in tweensWait Until 8th Teen Life Podcast: - Helping Teens Build Real Life Coping Skills - Teen Boundaries That Work - Setting Realistic Tech Boundaries - First Cell Phone Advice . . Visit our website: www.teenlifepodcast.com Subscribe to get the episodes in your inbox: www.teenlife.ngo/subscribe Watch the podcast on ⁠YouTube⁠! Follow Us: Instagram | Facebook | Twitter . . Podcast Music by: Luke Cabrera & Tobin Hodges Hosted by: Karlie Duke, Caleb Hatchett & Tobin Hodges Produced by: Karlie Duke & Kelly Fann

    18 min
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A weekly podcast where we research teen culture so you can focus on connection with the teenagers in your life. Join Karlie Duke, Tobin Hodges, and Caleb Hatchett for fun conversations, trends, and tips for how to best connect with teenagers. This podcast is perfect for parents, teachers, counselors, church or school staff. Subscribe and join us today!

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  • Creator
    Teen Life
  • Years Active
    2016 - 2026
  • Episodes
    258
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