The Count of Three Texas PTA
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The Count of Three is a podcast from Texas PTA. As parents, our hosts are raising their children like the rest of us – by trial and error, with a lot of laughter along the way. Each episode invites a special guest to discuss something on nearly every parent's mind (and search engine). Listen, learn, and laugh your way through this crazy thing called parenting!
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S2:7 Nurturing Passionate Learners, Thoughtful Minds, and Empathetic Hearts
Remnants of the pandemic and social causes we've faced over the last few years continue to challenge the emotional health of our families and communities. Today's youth are faced with an onslaught of unfiltered and constantly changing information through the internet, social media, chat, texting, and the list could go on. So, how do you raise children who are prepared to thoughtfully evaluate all that information? Join host Suzi Kennon and guest Julie Bogart (author Raising Critical Thinkers) to learn how.
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S2:6 Human Trafficking: A Sobering Conversation
Join host Suzi Kennon and guests and lead prosecutors with the Texas Attorney General, Booke Grona Robb (Assistant Attorney General) & Cara Pierce (Human Trafficking Section Chief), for a sobering conversation about an alarming topic. What is human trafficking? How prevalent is it today? Is your son or daughter at risk? What can you do?
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Resources:
Emergency? Call 9-1-1
Report suspected human trafficking at iWatchTx, download app, or call 844-649-2251
National Human Trafficking Hotline 888-373-7888
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S2:5 Unmotivated & Anxious
Is COVID the reason your son is unmotivated or underperforming? Is the pandemic why your daughter seems anxious? Not so fast! Research says changes at school, video games, and a toxic "cult of fame" culture are actually to blame. Join host Suzi Kennon and guest Leonard Sax (author Boys Adrift, Girls on the Edge) as they explore the research and discuss how to beat this epidemic.
Read Boys Adrift, Girls on the Edge
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S2:4 It's Not Always What You Think. Understanding Teen Suicide
Child and teen suicides are becoming more and more commonplace. Join host Suzi Kennon and guest Robbin Hussa Farrell, CEO & Co-Founder Sharpen, as they explore the sad reality of teen suicide and ways in which families experiencing this issue can obtain help.
Find Robyn at sharpenminds.com or rfarrell@sharpenminds.com Robyn also recommends these resources: the Suicide Prevention Resource Center and the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. -
S2:3 You Can't Pour from an Empty Cup
The saying is true -you can’t pour from an empty cup! Adults who prioritize their mental and physical wellness are better caregivers for their kids. Join host Suzi Kennon and returning guest Demi Austin-Thomas as they explore tips to help parents and caregivers make self-care a non-negotiable, even with busy schedules. Self-care looks different for everyone and changes with the phases of parenting and life. Still, we must plan for it, create routines around it and absolutely be intentional with our self-care time.
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S2:2 Vaping: It’s Prevalent. It’s Dangerous. There’s Help!
An alarming one in four children and young adults are vaping and usage is increasing. E-cigarettes contain nicotine and other dangerous ingredients that solidify in the lungs and can cause short and long term health risks. So why are children doing it, parents turning a blindy eye? More importantly, what can you do to help your children stop, or never start vaping? Join host Suzi Kennon and guests Diane Beneventi, Ph.D. and Jennifer Cofer (M.D. Anderson, Tobacco Control) to learn the facts and explore resources for you and your children.
Resources: MD Anderson Tobacco Control; American Lung Association Vape Talk; This is Quitting
Customer Reviews
I thought podcasts were not for me
As a visual learner, I'm always afraid I will not fully enjoy a podcast. I'm so happy to let you know that in the first episode of "The Count of Three," Jordan Thierry and Shimon Cohen did a fantastic work going through how to start or continue addressing race and racism with our children. There were several excellent points, but the one that I know will help me and my son talk about this more sincerely is the conveyor belt analogy. Let's not just be neutral and being move along; we need to walk against it.
Looking forward to hearing episode 2!