Teen Life Podcast
We research teen culture so you can focus on connection.
Build a better relationship with the teens in your life by gaining insider knowledge into what teens are experiencing in school, on social media, and with their friends. We talk about the latest trends, new apps, teen terms, and better ways to connect.
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Girl Math + Spicy Chip Challenge + RushTok + Body Image | Ep. 128
Join the conversation on body image and teenagers. We’ll talk social media and how trends like “girl math,” “girl dinners” and other social media trends and challenges factor in.
127: Sibling Dynamics + Drive Thru Challenge + The Eras Tour
Get tips for encouraging healthy sibling dynamics. Then catch up on the latest social media challenge, the meaning of “rizz”, the Eras tour and more.
126: Teen Support Groups & X App
Chris and Karlie talk about why teen support groups work, how they differ from therapy, and why we think they are a great idea for every teen.
125: Screen Apnea & Summer Recap 2023
Discover the hidden health risks of using screens. Breathe easy with our tips for a healthier digital life. Plus, relive the best of summer 2023 trends.
124: Connecting with Students & Spicy Books
Connecting with students makes a huge difference when it comes to attendance and motivation in class! Get ideas for ways to connect and why it’s important! Also get need-to-know info about “spicy” books your teen may be reading.
#123: School Partnerships & Fantasy Football
Get practical tips for creating a home-school partnership that sets your teens up for success. Plus, get a crash course in fantasy football and teenagers.
Ep. 122: Diverse Families- Blended Families with Teenagers
Scott and Vanessa Martindale know a lot about blended families with teenagers. Get their best tips on how to be successful and how caring adults can help.
Ep. 121: Diverse Families- Single Parent Families
We dive into things that help (and hurt) and offer practical tips on what’s most helpful in supporting kids and parents in single parent families.
Ep. 120: Diverse Families: Special Needs
Donna Crose, Tobin Hodges mom, joins Tobin and Chris to discuss the challenges that parents and siblings face when caring for a sibling with special needs.
Ep. 119: Diverse Families- Multi-cultural/Multiracial Families
Join us for a unique interview with Tquan and Leahanne Moore to learn more about multi-cultural/multiracial families and how to support multiracial teenagers.