Chats with my daughter!: Recent Episodes
Chats with my daughter!
This is a podcast about the conversations you have with your daughter. We have been through a lot this year, and have decided to create a podcast about everything that has changed and what subjects need to be brought up. We cover things like boundaries, drama, school, racism, dogs, and just about everything you can talk about as a mother-daughter duo!
This week the ladies wrap up season two with updates of their past 72 episodes! Find out what’s changed, grown, or improved since they last broached the subject and let’s cheers to a wonderful season!
Todays episode is pretty light and fluffy as Kathy and Ela get excited about the summer!! Summer cannot come fast enough for these two and they have major plans as they work through their bucket lists.
It’s Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage month and this week the ladies are going to discuss some history (a little late, but better than never!). Take a listen and get informed!
This week Kathy and Ela are in an uproar about the increasing number of books that are being banned in our state, and across the country!! Listen in to see how this phenomenon is taking place!
This week’s episode erupted organically after Ela got HACKED on Snapchat! Hacking is ever-present and scary so listen in to learn more about how to prevent falling victim to online scams.
S2E15: we are taking a brain break on this episode and pulling out TableTopics: Inspiring Women for Girls. This week we’ll talk about our personal thoughts and feelings on a variety of topics.
It’s Womens’s History Month! Ela and Kathy are ready to deep dive into some very impressive women who’ve done some very impressive things! Listen in to hear about Allyson Felix, Anne Marshall, Lucy Hobbs Taylor and more!
This week Ela and Kathy were inspired by The Fiddler on the Roof, to delve into Judaism and learn more about another culture and religion. Listen in for all they discovered.
It’s Black History Month and on this episode, Kathy and Ela discuss two sources that have affected them: the book Running While Black and the movie The Help. Take a listen!
This week is lighthearted as Kathy and Ela dive into the world of skincare! Should we be believing everything we see on TikTok? Is natural better? Let’s explore!
It’s a new week and a new episode: this one is pretty serious and pretty deep. Listen in as Kathy and Ela discuss self-harm. What is it? Why do people do it? Does it lead to suicide? Be forewarned that this episode could be a trigger for some individuals.
This week Ela and Kathy welcome in 2023 with a discussion about their own traditions, and traditions of others around the world!
Season 2: Episode 8: this week the girls dive into superstitions! Where do they come from? Why do we have them? Are YOU superstitious?
This week, Ela and Kathy tackle a delicate subject as they attempt to discuss human trafficking and the scary situations that can occur if you aren’t aware. Listen without delicate ears around!
Welcome to episode six of season two where Ela and Kathy discuss private vs public school and the pros and cons of each situation. It’s not easy picking a high school!!
S2E5: it’s National Native American Heritage Month and this week the girls discuss Native American women who have inspired and impressed them.
Happy Halloween!! This week we delve into ghosts and ghost stories. Are they true? Are they coincidences? You be the judge.
This week’s episode is a special episode about Hurricane Ian and all of the experiences Kathy and Ela have had surrounding this major natural disaster. Fort Myers was impacted especially hard last week and is working relentlessly to rebuild.
Warning: this week’s episode has a serious tone and may be triggering for some listeners. September is Suicide Prevention Month, so on this episode, Ela and Kathy discuss suicide and how it weaves its way into the teenage mindset.
We are back!! Welcome to season two of Chats with my Daughter! This week Ela and Kathy will discuss everything that’s been going on in their lives, along with the importance of a growth mindset.
We did it! 52 episodes in 52 weeks! In this finale, Kathy and Ela discuss Pride Month and terminology associated with the LGBTQ+ community. We hope you enjoyed season 1 of Chats with my Daughter and keep your eyes and ears open for season 2!
Ela and Kathy decided to have a little fun this week and delve into conspiracy theories. Why do people believe them? Which ones have gained traction? Listen in on this fun discussion
It’s the fiftieth episode for Chats With My Daughter!! Ela and Kathy are taking it back to the 1950’s in celebration of this monumental episode. Join them in looking back at how it used to be…
Ready for a personality test? Kathy and Ela are. Listen in as they go over their enneagram results and whether they are buying them or not…
May is Mental Health Awareness Month so Kathy and Ela delve into the teen brain and why teens are so vulnerable to mental health issues. This is a more serious episode.
It’s Asian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month and Kathy and Ela are going to delve into some female figures who really inspire them.
There’s a lot of bad news out there, so this week, Kathy and Ela found GOOD NEWS to share with the listeners! It may not be well researched, but it won’t make you mad!
Are pranks good? And they bad? Could it be more of a spectrum? Listen in as Kathy and Ela discuss a very common occurrence among teens and tweens.
This week’s episode focuses on climate change and Earth Day! Listen up and Kathy and Ela discuss the impact of climate change and the evolution of Earth Day!
This week’s episode is all about manners and bad behavior. Why has there been such an uptick in intolerance and rudeness? Why are manners important in society? Take a listen.
This week Ela and Kathy play with the music that has affected them throughout their lives. Enjoy listening to the tunes that they love so much.
Watching Jesus Christ Superstar inspired the ladies to learn more about Jesus, and find out who he really was. Listen it as they learn more than they thought they would!!
Secrets and Honesty: always a point of contention between parents and their kids. Listen in as the girls chat about when and if, it’s ok to keep a secret.
It’s back to the book for Ela and Kathy this week as they dive into Chapter 10 (Technology) from Fourteen Talks by Age Fourteen. This discussion may not be what you think and part of it does get a little uncomfortable, but it’s an important part of adolescence.
It’s time for the talk! This episode may be a bit too explicit for sensitive ears. This week Kathy and Ela are discussing reproduction and puberty - a very important mother-daughter chat!
This episode is kind of a hot mess, but listen closely as Kathy and Ela attempt to discuss helping others and the importance of exploring empathy.
It’s February so we are highlighting Black History Month! There is so much to learn about Black History. Listen in as the girls discuss parts of American History that we should all be aware of.
Happy Valentine’s Day! It’s time to talk about LOVE! This is a big word, with a lot of feelings that come along with it. Listen in as Kathy and Ela dig into what to expect from falling in love.
This week Ela and Kathy discuss the new movie “The Fallout” from HBOMax. Warning: this episode details school shootings which may be too sensitive for some listeners!!!
This week, Kathy and Ela discuss all the latest in the news - or at least what has caught THEIR interests! Listen into their chatter on a whole array of subjects, from pop culture, to inflation, and yes, dogs!!
This week’s episode has Kathy and Ela discussing Self-Care, but maybe not in the way either one of them has thought! It’s back to the book: Fourteen Talks by Age Fourteen, for insights on weight gain, sleep, and even suicide….
Listen in to this week’s unique episode about elephants. Kathy and Ela had a special experience this weekend with elephants, which prompted them to devote an episode to these special creatures.
Listen in as Kathy and Ela get a little serious about the #MeToo movement. Unfortunately, girls need to recognize the gravity of rudeness, harassment, and even assault.
Listen to Kathy and Ela fumble through their retellings of numerous chapters in the book “Teen Trailblazers: 30 Fearless Girls Who Changed the World Before They Were 20”. They may be tripping over their words, but they are inspired!!
This week we welcome a very special guest, Megan Dhar, a master in education and a fascinating friend of the pod.
The ladies are going to have some fun this week and ask each other some hard-hitting and no-so-hard-hitting questions. Enjoy the interview episode.
This week we go back to the book: reviewing Chapter 13 in Fourteen Talks by Age Fourteen. We’ll discuss money and the emotions surrounding money. Listen to the very end for a special guest!!
This week Kathy and Ela chat about what they’d like for Christmas, as well as ideas for loved ones on your list. Their lists may be a little unattainable, but it’s a fun time of year to dream a little.
This week Ela and Kathy welcome a special guest to discuss and learn about substance abuse. Although this can be a serious issue, the girls make it light-hearted, yet informative. Underage drinking and drug-use is a big concern in this day and age.
TikTok and social media aren’t all bad! Listen in as Kathy and Ela discuss their favorite life hacks learned through the TikTok app. So many cool and not-so-cool ideas to pass along!
This week Kathy drags Ela through a chat about body positivity. It’s definitely a topic that makes adolescents uncomfortable, but it’s time to get them used to analyzing their feelings about bodies, faces, and beauty standards!
This week Kathy and Ela are a day late to their Halloween celebration, but they don’t care! Join the girls as the chat about the history of Halloween, their favorite ghost stories, and some fun costume discussion.
This week Ela and Kathy discuss the age old debate of privacy for tweens. How much control should a parent have? How much trust should parents have in their children? The debate continues….
This is a deep dive into sibling rivalry. Find out what Ela and Kathy have to say about their own experiences with jealousy and competition amongst their siblings, as well as input from a few of their friends.
This week Ela and Kathy welcome very special guests: dear old friends!! Our pals are here to discuss the trial and tribulations of having a single-child family, as well as how fitness and health can be incorporated into your family!
This week, Kathy and Ela sit down to discuss COVID-19 in a fairly scientific, but light-hearted manner. Listen in to see how this disease is different (and sim-u-lar) to Polio and Feline Coronavirus.
This week Ela and Kathy dive back into the book Fourteen Talks by Age Fourteen, with a discussion about changing friendships. Friendships are definitely an important part of the middle school experience!
This week Ela and Kathy explore random acts of happiness and discuss what has brought joy to their week. Listen in for a lighter, cheery episode!
To commemorate the 20th anniversary of September 11th, Ela and Kathy have a serious and emotional chat about this significant and scary moment in US history.
This week, Ela and Kathy do a deep dive into Anne Frank and the Holocaust. Listen to this emotional episode and remember a terrible time in World History, from the perspective of a tween.
Join Ela and Kathy for a fun discussion about slang terms of today and of yesterday. Kathy’s terms are SO uncool and Ela knows all the right things to say in the year 2021!
On this week’s episode, Kathy and Ela go deep into a conversation about reputations. Although a lot of their talk is silly, some of it is pretty serious and may be too much for sensitive young ears, so listen with caution!
This week brings a real mother-daughter chat about BOYS!! Middle school is definitely a time for changes in relationships and all the feels that go along with them. Take a listen and enjoy the ride!
This week, Kathy and Ela welcome back Aunt Peggy for a lively discussion about buckets, lids, and dippers. Listen in and discover new techniques that YOU can use in your every day life!
This week, Ela and Kathy discuss numerous phobias that they personally have and that affect many other people out there. Take a listen to this light-hearted episode.
Welcome to another episode of Chats with my Daughter! This episode is a bookclub discussion on the book, When Stars are Scattered. Listen to the themes that really affected Ela and Kathy!
Hello and welcome to another episode of chats with my daughter! Today we have a very special mother-daughter duo joining us for an interview. We talk about their big family, how they balance it, their weaknesses, strengths, and more! Listen in!
Hello and welcome to another episode of Chats with my Daughter! Join us as we chat with a very special guest about her education career, her background, the four agreements, and more!
Welcome to another episode of Chats with my Daughter! This week’s episode is about fashion, including dress code, individuality, how fashion has evolved, and more! Listen in on this important mother daughter conversation!
This week’s episode is about the workload in Middle School. We talk about how to balance the workload in middle school, the amount of homework middle-schoolers have and should have, our thoughts on standardized testing, and more! Listen along as we have this interesting conversation!
This year has been a big change for us and we have talked a lot of about the change in boundaries! This week’s episode is about the limits that a mother and daughter think there should be. This mother-daughter duo is going to have a conversation on their point of views on social media, tv ratings, appropriate bedtimes, and more. Stay tuned, and enjoy!