The Digital Parenting Life Podcast: Recent Episodes
Christine Stokes-Beverley
On this podcast, we chat about those scenarios and situations that our parents didn't encounter! We discuss all things parenting as it relates to the digital age.
We are back after an unintentional mini-hiatus due to the opening of school! On this episode, we talk about artificial blue light, how it affects our bodies, and steps we can take to reduce our exposure.
During the reopening conversations across social media, most of the commentary is coming from a parent or student perspective. On this episode, we have a candid discussion with a rising 10th grade student about his experiences with distance learning, what he's expecting for the fall, and his advice for rising 9th graders, teachers, and parents.
We are back! In our first episode for season 2, we chat about what should be on our back-to-school shopping list for this school year.
As we continue during this pandemic season, many parents may be wondering how or where can they find social distancing friendly summer STEM learning opportunities for their children. On this episode, I interview the CEO and Principal Consultant of Kemet Educational Services, Tokiwa T. Smith. She shares things for us as parents to keep in mind as we vet resources, and tips and tricks to provide STEM learning at home, where we least expect it.
Sis is tired. Sis is me. I didn’t get this episode out on our usual two-week schedule because we’ve been over here working HARD just like everyone else! No worries—I’m back! On this episode, I’m sharing what we learned about managing our kids during this emergency online learning season thanks to a bit of trial and error.
On this episode, I get some working from home tips from a veteran remote worker, my husband Jonathan!
In this episode, I talk about how I've been keeping my youngest child connected to his friends during our extended school closure, and share resources that you can use to do the same with your children. Resources Mentioned In This Episode:
FaceTime on your iPhone/iPad Making Videocalls with Google Hangouts Making Videocalls with Google Duo Making Videocalls on WhatsApp Playing Games With Friends on Xbox Live Playing Games With Friends on Nintendo Switch Netflix Party Chrome Extension
On this episode, I chat with my fellow educator Jenn--she shares her favorite FREE online learning resources that parents can use at home with their children. Resources shared:
ABCYa! PBS Kids Storyboard That PhET Interactive Simulations Storyline Online Novel Effect Lexile.com Quantiles.com
Credits: Intro and Outro Music: "Deep and Dirty": Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License.
With Spring Break season quickly approaching, I share my five top tips that I follow when traveling with my children when they're bringing their digital devices with them.
Credits: Intro and Outro Music: "Deep and Dirty": Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License.
On this episode, I give a general overview of e-sports for parents and tips and things to be mindful of if your child is interested in seriously participating in e-sports. Colleges and universities are increasingly offering scholarships to students that are skilled in e-sports. You can learn more here: NAC E-Sports Credits: Intro and Outro Music: "Deep and Dirty": Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License.
On this episode, we talk about the importance of including cybersecurity as one of "the talks" to have with kids, and five topics to cover during a basic cybersecurity talk. Mentioned in the episode:
Lastpass 1Password
Intro and Outro Music: "Deep and Dirty": Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License.
On this episode, I chat with my friend Robyn who is a middle school administrator. She shares an insider's view on kids and mobile devices in schools. Resources Mentioned In The Episode:
This Is Why We Can’t Put Down Our Phones: Psychology Today Article App Reviews For Parents: Common Sense Media
Intro and Outro Music: "Deep and Dirty": Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License.
In this episode, I chat with my friend Jasmin as we look back on when we gave our children cellphones. We discuss what we learned, what we'd do differently, and share our best practices.
Intro and Outro Music: "Deep and Dirty": Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License.
On this episode, I share a bit about me, why I chose to start this podcast, and how often episodes will air. Intro and Outro Music: "Deep and Dirty": Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License.