Mother, Mentor, and Democracy Defender: Dr. Shirley Weber on Raising Kids & Protecting Our Future

In this powerful and deeply personal episode of Prescribing a Healthier Future, Dr. Akilah Weber Pierson sits down with her mother, Dr. Shirley Weber — California’s Secretary of State, educator, and trailblazer. Together, they discuss: How parenting has evolved across generations Raising children in the digital age The importance of community and education Why the health of our families is tied to the health of our democracy This conversation blends family, purpose, and civic responsibility — reminding us that raising strong kids means protecting the future they’ll inherit. 🎧 Listen now and subscribe to join the movement toward a healthier, more informed, and compassionate world. Some notable moments from this episode: 00:00 – Opening: Bullying in the digital age 01:00 – Introducing guest: Dr. Shirley Weber – educator, mother, and Secretary of State 03:30 – Raising children then vs. now 06:00 – Lessons from growing up in community and faith 10:00 – Parenting in the era of social media & technology 13:00 – Building real connection in a digital world 17:00 – Family traditions and staying close across generations 19:00 – Talking about bullying, resilience, and self-worth 26:00 – “It takes a village” – how to build community support 34:00 – Education, equity, and closing the achievement gap 49:00 – Democracy, family, and why our freedoms are linked 01:00:00 – Hope, action, and legacy HASHTAGS: #PrescribingAHealthierFuture #DrAkilahWeberPierson #DrShirleyWeber #ParentingPodcast #WomenInLeadership #BlackMothers #EducationMatters #FamilyAndDemocracy #CaliforniaPolitics #RaisingKidsInADigitalWorld #CivicEngagement #HealthyFamiliesHealthyDemocracy #MotherDaughterConversationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.