Parenting with Mike

Michael Thomas
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Welcome to the "Parenting with Mike" Podcast, where we invite experts and professionals from the medical, educational, legal, and religious domains to share their knowledge, experiences, and perspectives on effective parenting. Get ready for intense, real-world conversations that delve into practical tips and heartfelt discussions. Our guests, who are professional parents themselves, provide invaluable guidance to help you become a knowledgeable and positive parental figure in your child's life. Join us as we navigate the dangers and intricacies of modern parenting.

  1. a man with experience

    JAN 29

    a man with experience

    on this episode

    41 min
  2. a new point of view

    JAN 22

    a new point of view

    In this episode, we hear parenting through a different lens—the lived experience of a college student reflecting on childhood, family, and the moments that shaped who they’ve become. From feeling supported and heard to navigating pressure, expectations, and independence, this conversation offers honest insight into how parenting choices echo long after childhood ends.

    37 min
  3. Secret Reading Club: Raising Dreamers in the Real World

    JAN 15

    Secret Reading Club: Raising Dreamers in the Real World

    In this episode, a mom of four shares how protecting a child’s imagination starts with listening—really listening—when children speak. We talk about turning everyday moments into learning experiences, exposing young children to education early, homeschooling, and creating a learning-rich environment where curiosity is always welcome. This conversation is a reminder that raising dreamers doesn’t require perfection—just presence, intention, and the belief that imagination has a place in the real world.

    38 min
  4. Beyond the Uniform: Fatherhood, Balance, and Leading with Intention

    JAN 8

    Beyond the Uniform: Fatherhood, Balance, and Leading with Intention

    In this episode of Parenting with Mike, we sit down with a retired U.S. military officer to discuss what it truly means to lead at home. Drawing from decades of service, he shares how intentional presence, faith, and purpose shaped his relationship with his daughters—especially while navigating the demands of military life. We explore the connection between fatherhood and mental health, the importance of being emotionally available, and how strong family relationships are built through consistency, clarity, and time spent with intention. This conversation is for parents balancing responsibility, service, and the call to show up fully for the people who matter most.

    41 min
  5. The Principal's Desk

    JAN 1

    The Principal's Desk

    The Principal’s Desk is an honest conversation for parents navigating today’s school environment. From the principal’s perspective, this podcast explores how challenges at home, in our communities, and across society impact student behavior, learning, and school culture. With clarity, experience, and compassion, each episode offers real insight, practical guidance, and solutions to help families and schools work together to better support our children—both inside and outside the classroom.

    54 min

  6. 07/21/2023 · BONUS

    "Parental Advisory : insights from a Correctional Officer"

    Parenting with Mike

    8 min

  7. 07/14/2023

    8-"Building trust: insights from a kindergarten teacher"

    Parenting with Mike

    42 min

  8. 07/07/2023

    7-“Fatherhood: insights from a Military Doctor“

    In this episode of the "Parenting with Mike" Podcast, we explore the multifaceted opportunities and concerns surrounding raising children in today’s rapidly changing society. Our guest speaker, a Military Doctor with over a decade of experience, speaks on Fatherhood and education as being the great equalizer.

    49 min
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About

Welcome to the "Parenting with Mike" Podcast, where we invite experts and professionals from the medical, educational, legal, and religious domains to share their knowledge, experiences, and perspectives on effective parenting. Get ready for intense, real-world conversations that delve into practical tips and heartfelt discussions. Our guests, who are professional parents themselves, provide invaluable guidance to help you become a knowledgeable and positive parental figure in your child's life. Join us as we navigate the dangers and intricacies of modern parenting.

Information

  • Creator
    Michael Thomas
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    15
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Michael Thomas
  • Show Website
    Parenting with Mike