What Is the World Teaching Kids About Trust?

In this Season 2 finale of Speaking of Kids, host Mesellech Abebe revisits the question that quietly connects every conversation this season: when the world feels confusing or frightening, who and what can kids still trust? Through highlights from earlier episodes, Selley brings together Tracy Kaplan of The Ten News on helping kids navigate misinformation, Dr. Liz Marnik on why relationships — not just facts — change minds, Wendy Cervantes on how immigration fears reach into schools and immigrant families, and climate educator Suzy Hicks on telling kids hard truths without fear or shame. Across it all, one theme emerges: kids are paying close attention, they see through what's fake, and what they need from the adults around them isn't perfection — it's honesty. To join the conversation, follow First Focus on Children on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Twitter.  Send us comments on thoughts via email: [email protected] Find us on Twitter/X: @SpeakingOfKids and @First_Focus Want to be a voice for kids? Become an Ambassador for Children here.  To support our work and this podcast, please consider donating to First Focus on Children here.