The Evolution of Parenting Podcast
by Robert Hulse
Evolution of Parenting is a series of podcasts dedicated to the idea that once we become parents, we never stop being parents! Our parenting does, and must, change and evolve, but it never stops. Season One is dedicated to personality and behavioral characteristics that indicate healthy development.Season Two goes deeper and wider as we expand on the topics covered in S1.
Episodes
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S3 P2 E8 The EoP: "First Things Last" The Bigger Picture of Healthy Adult Family Systems
The season finale zooms back out to offer a hopeful, grounded vision of what healthy adult families actually do to stay healthy. We explore cultures of repair, respect, agency, and connection, and how these values reshape family identity. We look at what healthy families avoid (infantilizing,...
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S3 P2 E7 The EoP: "Yeah, Sometimes It's You" Healing the Parent Within
This episode turns inward. We explore how a parent’s own upbringing shapes their instincts, triggers, communication patterns, and emotional reactions — often without their awareness. We teach parents how to break cycles without shame, how to regulate their nervous system, how to set...
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S3 P2 E6 The EoP: "That's Not Fair!" Why Unequal Parenting of Adult Kids is Necessary & Healthy
This episode helps parents understand why siblings raised in the same home often have completely different experiences. We explore the "Gabor Maté principle", birth order, timing, temperament, sensitivity, neurodivergence, adoption, and the constantly shifting emotional landscape of a parent’s...
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S3 P2 E5 The EoP: "But I Sent You a Dozen Texts!" How Healthy Communication Builds Connection
This episode reframes communication as a relational skill, not a personality trait. We explore why most conflict between parents and adult children isn’t about the issue itself, it’s about how the issue is discussed. Parents were taught to communicate with children, not adults; adult children…
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S3 P2 E3 The EoP: "The 24 Hour Bodyguard" Parenting Adult Kids in an Age of Stress, Fear, and Hypervigilence"
This episode reframes modern parenting through the lens of stress and overwhelm. We revisit the three major parenting styles — authoritarian, permissive, and authoritative — and translate them into the adult-child context. We explore how overhelping, overfixing, and overmanaging often come from...
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S3 P2 E2 The EoP: "The Rock and the Hard Place" Exploring The Core Tension between Autonomy & Community"
This episode unpacks the central paradox of modern adulthood: adult children need autonomy to grow into themselves, and they need community to stay anchored. Yet our culture forces them to choose. We explore why autonomy must come before independence, why interdependence is the natural human…
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S3 P2 E1 The EoP: "Why is everything so hard?" The Cultural Context for Parenting Adult Kids Today
This episode names the cultural forces shaping today’s parent–adult child relationships. We explore how surveillance culture, the collapse of nuance, the loss of community, and the loneliness epidemic have made everyone more reactive, more sensitive, and more afraid of being misunderstood.…
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S3 The EoP: Parenting Adult Kids - Chats with PAKs Ray & Rose Koopman
Ray & Rose are parents of three adult kids and grandparents to nine adopted/biological grandkids. The stories the tell Robert of raising their kids and watching how their parenting choices played out in the lives of their kids are both inspirational and instructional. As we have all experienced,...
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S3 The EoP: Parenting Adult Kids - Chats with PAKs Jon & Mary Jo Hahn
Mary Jo & Jon have raised three daughters who are successful, independent, and thriving in their adult communities. Robert talks with them about the challenges of expatriate life and how their upbringing in multiple communities has affected their adult paths and how interacting with them as…
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S3 The EoP: Parenting Adult Kids - Chats with PAKs Luther & Angie Washington
Luther & Angie have not only raised their adult kids in the cultural context of the African American experience and community, they have done so as long-term leaders of a ministry serving local folks experiencing poverty, homelessness, food insecurity, and financial instability. With strong…
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S3 The EoP: Parenting Adult Kids - Chats with PAKs Mike & Lori Boll
Lori & Mike have parented two wonderful adult kids, and their journey has not been easy or predictable. They share with Robert some of their struggles and triumphs with raising two kids with different needs and how they had to develop strategies for parenting their neurologically different adult...
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S3 The EoP: Parenting Adult Kids - Chats with PAKs Rich & Sue Allen
In this season, we are chatting with Parents with Adult Kids (PAKs). This kick-off episode features a conversation between Robert and Rich & Sue Allen. Parents (and grandparents) Rich & Sue Allen share their experiences of raising a diverse family overseas and some of the challenges and...
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S2 The Evolution of Parenting with Sheri Jones - "So You Wanna Have a Lemonade Stand?"
Often we are confronted by our highly imaginative and energetic kids who bring us their ideas for "making something to sell" or maybe even an idea for how to help others! In this episode, Yarona talks with Sheri Jones about how to encourage and foster this entrepreneurial spirit. Sheri Jones is a...
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S2 The Evolution of Parenting with Katrina Burrus - "Third Culture Kids & More"
"Multiculturalism" is sometimes a divisive or misunderstood term. As parents, how do we raise children to understand and appreciate people from other cultures? How does being raised in another culture affect their development? What are the pros and cons of raising "multicultural" kids? Join…
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S2 The Evolution of Parenting with Carla Jansen van Rosendaal - "I'm Not Stressed, You're Stressed!"
In this episode, Yarona and Carla start with recognizing the example we set for our kids when it comes to reacting to "life". Because we can't ignore the profound effect our actions and behavioral choices have on our kids, we need to be able to understand and control them. Understanding and...
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S2 The Evolution of Parenting with Seonad Cook - "Taming the Technology Beast"
Talking about technology and parenting can be frustrating, confusing, and infuriating! Even though we are buried under an avalanche of technological advances, we need to pull back and give ourselves time to process what it means, what it can do, and what maybe some boundaries. Yarona and Seonad...
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S2 The Evolution of Parenting with Laurie Genevish - "Oh, the Places You'll Go!"
All of the experiences of parenting lead up to one of the most nerve-wracking, anxiety-inducing, and tense times in the life of a young adult (and their parents) - choosing what happens after high school graduation. The choices to be made, and the consequences that go with it, are vast and…
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S2 The Evolution of Parenting with Ilona Parunakova - "Welcome to the BIG World!"
Raising kids in a culture that are not their "native" culture can be daunting and bewildering. Yarona talks with Ilona about being raised in a culture quite foreign to that in the U.S. and raising her kids a U.S. culture quite foreign to her native Armenian culture. TEDx Speaker, Author, and…
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S2 The Evolution of Parenting with Michelle Hays - "It's Not All Wine and Roses"
Not all relationships between parent partners are healthy and some can be downright toxic. How do we negotiate the struggles with our partners while parenting our kids to have healthier relationships? Yarona and Michelle take on this difficult topic in this week's episode. Michelle Hays is a...
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S2 The Evolution of Parenting with Gina Mitchell - "Yeah, That Ain't Gonna Work!"
Too often, "experts" and those who would offer parenting "wisdom" do so without thinking about those who possess a neurological system that is wired quite differently. Neurodivergent folks don't always respond as we would think, and sometimes not as we would want. In this episode, Yarona and Gina...
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S2 The Evolution of Parenting with Simon Rinne - "Men From Mars Have Emotions Too!"
Tapping into wisdom from "down under", this episode features Aussie Simon talking with Yarona about emotional health - especially in men - and how we can foster healthy habits and expressions by being more intentional in monitoring our parenting styles! Simon is a husband and father, mental…
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S2 The Evolution of Parenting with Dawn Freidman - "Finding the Boundaries Without Anxiety"
There is a fine line in parenting between seeking to protect our kids from real harm and helping them find their own boundaries. In this episode, Yarona and Dawn talk about how this plays out and how we can help diminish anxiety formation in our kids. Dawn Friedman MSEd, has been working with…
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S2 The Evolution of Parenting with Kathy Baldwin - "Taking Control of What Controls Us"
Understanding Body-Mind-Emotion connections are critical in raising healthy, well-adjusted children who can then become well-adjusted adults. Yarona and Kathy take us into this conversation in a way that is not only accessible, but helpful in making good parenting choices! Kathy Baldwin, founder…
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S2 The Evolution of Parenting with Corinna Stoeffl - "From Caterpillar to Butterfly - Stages in Child Development"
We may not talk about it explicitly, but we all, as parents, understand that there are "stages" of development in our kids. How do we take this knowledge and use it to be better parents? In this episode, Yarona and Corinna pull back the curtain on the finer points of stages of development and how...
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S2 The Evolution of Parenting with Michelle Lee Steiner - "Square Pegs in Round Holes"
Join Yarona and blogger Michelle as they tackle the struggles of alternate abilities, especially as it relates to our public education system. What does our system do well and where are the weaknesses in the system? Michelle Steiner lives with an invisible disability. She has articles published…
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S2 The Evolution of Parenting with Sheri Jones - "Side Hustle or Critical Skills Building?"
Entrepreneurship is a topic often not discussed until our children get older - but why not? How can parents harness the power of entrepreneurial activity to help raise confident and responsible thinkers and doers. Listen in as Yarona talks with South Australian mom Sheri about their journey and...
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S2 The Evolution of Parenting with Emilio Justo - "I Want It NOW!"
In a culture where immediate rewards are highly sought after and valued, what does "delayed gratification" look like? How can be of any interest or benefit? Yarona and Dr. Justo get into this deeply important, yet often overlooked subject in this episode. Dr. Emilio Justo is a business leader,...
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S2 Evolution of Parenting with David Kincaid - "Breaking Out of Toxic Cultural Boxes"
How do we parent using healthy (and productive) communication styles? How do we do this when there are identity, experience, or relationship "boxes" into which society wants to put everyone? What role might "diplomacy" play? Well in this episode, Yarona speaks with David who lived the life of a...
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S2 Evolution of Parenting with Norman Bacal - "Do Parents Really Have Favorites?"
Raising children doesn't necessarily or automatically result in healthy family relationships. How do parents do the work of parenting and still come out with good relationships with their adult children, especially when each child is so different from their siblings? Listen as Yarona and Norman...
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S2 Evolution of Parenting with Ally Mona - "We're not in Kansas anymore Toto!"
Life circumstances sometimes take to foreign places - literally! Raising children in other countries as expatriates can open opportunities and present challenges never imagined living in one's home country. Listen to Yarona and Ally talk about navigating parenting waters as global nomads. Ally…
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S2 The Evolution of Parenting with Amanda Schenkenberger - "Learning to School Our Kids"
In this episode, Yarona and long-time homeschool expert Amanda pull back the curtain on the dynamics of non-traditional schooling options. Whether or not this is a choice you have made, there is wisdom to be gained from hearing what others have positively experienced in their journey. Amanda...
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S2: The Evolution of Parenting with Devin Moore - "Don't Give Bullies a Pulpit"
Few things are more agonizing for compassionate parents than bullying - whether your kid is the giver or the receiver. Listen to Yarona and Devin uncover the uncomfortable dynamics behind bullying - and how to address it effectively. At 14, Devin Moore became the Founder of #RaceToSpeakUp, an...
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S2: The Evolution of Parenting with Sapna Rad - "Scream Time" or "Screen Time"?
Get ready to uncover the fascinating world of technology's impact, this time focusing on our littlest ones. Join us as we explore the captivating trend of technology's influence on infants, with our insightful guest, Sapna Rad. Yarona and Sapna cover all the ups and downs of "screen time" with…
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S2: The Evolution of Parenting with Mariya Shiyko - "Demystifying "why?" and "what's that?" questions!"
How do we honor the fact that we exist holistically as complex, interconnected, and interdependent beings as we raise our kids in a rigid educational system? How do we encourage boundary-busting exploration, curiosity, and learning in healthy and responsible ways? Join Yarona and Mariya as they…
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S2: The Evolution of Parenting with Elle Ingalls - "What's Shoes Got To Do With It?"
Understanding how to take care of our bodies and manage our physical/emotional well-being is the most critical element of raising healthy children. In this episode, Yarona and Elle talk about some of the elements of doing this and how to honor both our bodies and those of our children. Elle…
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S2: The Evolution of Parenting with Jennifer Boudrye - "Loving Across the Rainbow"
No issue in the U.S. is more contentious or incendiary than the issue of gender, gender identity, and gender fluidity. Whether you are the parent of an LGBTQ+ child or not, this conversation is one we all need to hear. Listen in as Yarona and Jennifer navigate the choppy waters of gender and…
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S2: The Evolution of Parenting with Eleanor Marks - "For The Kids? Really?"
Divorce is a difficult, often traumatic element of our society. For those involved, including any children in the middle, finding ways of getting through and moving on are some of the toughest relational dynamics we'll ever experience. Listen to Yarona and Eleanor discuss the aspects of this and...
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S2: The Evolution of Parenting with Shelley Ceridwen Doyle - "Me, Me & You, and All of Us"
In our American culture, individuality is arguably one of the most sought after qualities one can possess. But how do we balance that with being connected to others? How do we nurture both individuality AND connection with our children? In this episode, Yarona and Shelley try to help us navigate...
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S2: The Evolution of Parenting with Christine Rose - "I Hear You, I Believe You"
The issues that swirl around sexual assaults and the the awakening of awareness in the form of the "Me Too" movement are tough and not easy to discuss - but we have to do exactly that for our sakes and for the sakes of our children. Join Yarona and Christine as they take on this task. Christine...
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S2: The Evolution of Parenting with Vashti Kanahele - "An Apple A Day..."
There is not one universal standard for raising children and making parenting choices. While we often focus on the health of our children as a priority, we, as parents, must necessarily reckon with the sometimes unexpected, sometimes long-term changes to our own health. In this episode, Yarona…
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S2: The Evolution of Parenting with Susan Beghin - "Learn It or Lose It!"
Join Yarona and Susan as they start to unpack the extremely convoluted topic of how we "educate" our children and hear how you can use inquiry and exploration as a solid basis for raising a literate child who loves to learn. Susie Beghin is an author, speaker and founder of Alpha’s Discovery…
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S2: The Evolution of Parenting with Dr. Sheila Carroll - "All's Well That Parents Well"
In this episode, pediatrician Dr. Sheila Carroll and Yarona discuss important aspects of wellness and how our parenting plays a large role in how our children develop physically and emotionally. Dr. Sheila Carroll is a board certified pediatrician with 23 years of clinical experience working with...
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S2: The Evolution of Parenting with Kyle Jetsel - "Gonna Need a New Strategy!"
In this episode, Yarona speaks with Kyle "The Driven Autism Dad" Jetsel about how our parenting choices and decisions don't always play out the same way with our kids - especially in cases where neurodivergence is a factor. Kyle and his now deceased wife Shelly, struggled for years raising their…
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S2: The Evolution of Parenting with Kim Groshek - "What the Tech?"
In this episode, Yarona and Kim discuss the potentially confounding decisions parents must make with respect to technology. Kim Groshek is an executive coach, author, and speaker. After three decades running a private consulting company, she began sharing her wisdom on mental and physical...
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Season 2 Preview!
This short episode provides a preview of Season 2 of our "Evolution of Parenting" series! Join us for another walk through the many facets of parenting!
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Episode 12: Resiliency & Legacy - ”Left Behind”
In this final episode of the series, Yarona and Robert bring home the original point - that our parenting never stops (it does evolve) and how we parent leaves a lasting legacy (whether we choose to or not). This episode also deals with resiliency and how we can help our children through tough...
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Episode 11: Discernment - ”Should I or shouldn’t I?”
As kids try to figure out how to make wise choices, what we do (or don't do) as parents can have a major impact. In this episode, Yarona and Robert bring the experiences and expertise to the complicated topic of discernment. Resource:...
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Episode 10: Competency - ”Look What I Did!”
Having the ability to do something doesn't necessarily guarantee doing something successfully. Join us as Yarona and Robert discuss the development of competence and how parents can enable and empower their children to experience it. Resource: https://www.ahaparenting.com/competency Thanks and...
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Episode 9: Discipline - ”But I Would So Rather...!”
How do we distinguish "discipline" from "punishment" and why is that distinction important? In this episode, Yarona and Robert push us to rethink what many of us got growing up - in favor of a more robust and self-directed way of behaving. Resource:...
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Episode 8: Consequences and Accountability - ”No, Your Honor”
A tough subject that needs to be discussed, Yarona and Robert tackle the nuances of how we embed consequences and accountability into our parenting routines. Resources: https://www.empoweringparents.com/accountability-in-your-home/ https://www.cdc.gov/parents/consequences/
About this show
Evolution of Parenting is a series of podcasts dedicated to the idea that once we become parents, we never stop being parents! Our parenting does, and must, change and evolve, but it never stops. Season One is dedicated to personality and behavioral characteristics that indicate healthy development.Season Two goes deeper and wider as we expand on the topics covered in S1.
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Robert Hulse
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