Episodes

  • Are You Too Focused On Things You Have No Control Over?

    Are You Too Focused On Things You Have No Control Over?
    Jun 25 2026
    In this new podcast, Dr. Jordan describes the importance of focusing on what you do have control over vs. getting flustered with things you don’t.

    Learn about how to help regulate kids when they are losing it and how to practice preventative & regular self-care.

    Previous related podcasts from Dr. Jordan:
    Stressed Out Teen Girls Need to Refuel: Here’s How: good ideas for teens but also parents about self-regulating and destressing

    How Stressed Out Families Can Find Balance & Joy
    Check out other resources from Dr. Jordan at www.drtimjordan.com

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    13 mins
  • A Discussion With Blues Clues Creator Angela Santomero About Kids and Creativity

    A Discussion With Blues Clues Creator Angela Santomero About Kids and Creativity
    Jun 16 2026
    In this podcast, Blue’s Clues & Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood creator Angela Santomero discusses her writing & creative process in producing educational children’s TV and YouTube programming.

    She also discusses the educational value of her new book series, Penelope’s Purse, as well as her master’s class for children’s storytellers.

    Previous interview with Angela Santomero:
    Blue’s Clues Creator Angela Santomero Discusses How To Follow Life's Clues To Find Happiness

    Links to Angela Santomero’s work:
    Book 1: Princess Penelope’s Purse of Preposterous Things
    Book 2: Dragon’s Marshmallow Mess YouTube Kids: https://www.youtube.com/@PrincessPenelopeOfficial

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    33 mins
  • All I Really Need to Know I Learned In a Sandbox

    All I Really Need to Know I Learned In a Sandbox
    Jun 11 2026
    In this new podcast, Dr. Jordan describes the costs to kids from experiencing a decrease in free play and time outdoors. He also discusses the many benefits of kids experiencing: self-directed play, chances to handle their own conflicts and problems, play with some degree of physical risk, and having the freedom to choose and direct their activities and do them for their own sake vs. for trophies and applause.

    Previous related podcasts of Dr. Jordan:
    Girls Need To Experience More Risk & Adventures

    The Most Important Factor In Girls Gaining Confidence And Resilience

    For more information about all of the resources Dr. Jordan offers, including his published books and articles and retreats and summer camps, visit his website at www.drtimjordan.com

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    22 mins
  • Why Your Daughter IS Vulnerable to Online Predators

    Why Your Daughter IS Vulnerable to Online Predators
    Jun 4 2026
    In this new podcast, Dr. Jordan interviews Nic McKinley, an expert in the prevention of child trafficking, about what parents and the government can do to prevent their children from becoming prey to online predators. He is a military special operator, a CIA operative and known as the "Real Jack Ryan".

    Related resources:
    www.nicmckinley.com
    Nic McKinley’s website with info about the first donor-funded organization that equips law enforcement with tech to fight trafficking www.DeliverFund.org
    Online home traffic class: find this class at DeliverFund

    Dr. Jordan’s previous related podcasts:
    Social readiness signs girls need to live out before they are ready for social media
    How To Tell When Your Daughter Is Responsible Enough To Try Social Media

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    41 mins
  • How can I remain an influence in my daughter’s life throughout the teen years and beyond?

    How can I remain an influence in my daughter’s life throughout the teen years and beyond?
    May 28 2026
    In this new podcast, Dr. Jordan makes the argument that your daughter wants and needs you to remain an influence in her life now and forever, and he offers many ideas about how to remain close and an influence into adulthood.

    Key points: Dr. Jordan describes the phenomenon of Touch Points and its impact on your daughters moods and emotions;

    He also discusses the necessity of parents not reacting to their daughter’s mood swings

    Become or remain a nonjudgmental listener; remember that you don’t have to agree with her to be a valuable sounding board

    Be honest with how you are feeling and what you want.
    Share your stories of your experiences at her age and how your relationship with your parents changed; mistakes your parents may have made

    Spend time where the only purpose is just to be with each other

    Remember that she still does need you & wants to remain connected unless you’ve behaved badly

    Previous related podcast by Dr. Jordan: Raising amazing daughters: A Primer For Dads For more information about all of the services Dr. Jordan provides for girls and their parents, visit his website at www.drtimjordan.com

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    14 mins
  • How Can I Motivate My Daughter In School?

    How Can I Motivate My Daughter In School?
    May 21 2026
    In this new podcast, Dr. Jordan describes reasons why your daughter may not be motivated in school and then offers several tools to help her find her intrinsic motivation and become more engaged and fulfilled with her education.

    Key points: The better question to ask is: How can I support my daughter to find her own, intrinsic motivation in school?
    Kids become more engaged in school and any activity if they have more autonomy in choosing the endeavor; this might entail them mentally switching from an attitude of, “I have to do well in school” to “Why might I want to do well?”

    Ask your daughter questions like what kind of grades THEY want and why; why they like doing the activities that they do. Remember that having autonomy to choose activities causes kids and adults to become more engaged in that activity and to persist thru challenges; this leads to mastery of that thing and a sense of fulfillment.
    It’s also valuable to connect kids with adults who are doing interesting jobs or jobs they have an interest in to stoke their interest and motivation.
    Previous related podcast of Dr. Jordan: Does it really matter where you go to college? You might be surprised

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    15 mins
  • What Your Middle School Daughter Needs From You

    What Your Middle School Daughter Needs From You
    May 14 2026
    In this new podcast, Dr. Jordan describes the emotional roller coaster experienced by today’s middle school girls. Learn about girl’s emotional overload symptoms, the cost of having so little alone, quiet, down time, and how to provide safe spaces for girls to openly share, reflect, and become more inwardly focused.

    Previous related podcasts by Dr. Jordan:
    Middle School Girls Share About Friend Drama, Social Media, Pressures, And Parents
    Girls In Middle School Are Like Popcorn

    For more information about Dr. Jordan’s weekend retreats and summer camps for girls, visit his website at www.drtimjordan.com

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    28 mins
  • Why Cooperation Trumps Competition Every Time

    Why Cooperation Trumps Competition Every Time
    May 7 2026
    In this new podcast, Dr. Jordan implores us to change what we pay attention to, i.e. wars, conflicts, competition, and power and to instead focus on values like cooperation and connection. Humans are wired to connect and collaborate, so we just need to change what we value and emphasize.

    For more information on all of the resources offered by Dr. Jordan, go to his website at www.drtimjordan.com

    Previous Dr. Jordan podcasts on related topics:
    Do We No Longer Value Sportsmanship podcast:
    Teaching Girls Prosocial Skills Can Start Early

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    28 mins