Award-winning journalist Elise Hu (TED Talks Daily, Forever35) hosts Raising Us, a parenting podcast for grownups raising Big-Question Kids. From puberty and identity to tech and body image, each episode gives you tools to spark real conversations with your kid(s). Created by A Kids Co. (a family media company) the show blends expert-backed insights with real, lived experiences featuring trusted doctors, educators and purpose-driven public figures sharing age-appropriate advice so you don’t have to wing the hard stuff.
Latest episodes
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28 min
Parenting Kids with Big Feelings | Dr. Becky Kennedy, Good Inside Podcast | A Kids Co. (Re-Run)
(Note: This episode originally ran on March 3rd, 2026.) From explosive meltdowns and slammed doors to tears that seem to come out of nowhere, some kids simply feel everything more…
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41 min
How to Raise a Child Who Believes in Themselves | Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson | A Kids Co. (Re…
Impostor syndrome in kids is more common than we think, and how parents respond to self-doubt can shape their children’s confidence for life. Joining host Elise Hu is Supreme Court…
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41 min
When Did You First Feel Bad About Your Body? | Tess Holliday and Virginia Sole-Smith | A Kids Co. (Re-Run)
(Note: This episode originally ran on September 9th, 2025) What do kids learn when they hear “fat” used like an insult? And what do we say when they turn that word on themselves? I…
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33 min
Explaining Immigration and ICE to Kids | Duncan Tonatiuh & Anya Kamenetz | A Kids Co.
While headlines about ICE raids, immigration crackdowns, and family separation ripple through communities, our kids are noticing. Host Elise Hu revisits conversations with Duncan T…
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35 min
Teaching Kids About Government, Politics, & Protest | Sharon McMahon & Tabitha St. Bernard Jacobs | A Kids Co.
When kids see protests, political debates, and powerful emotions playing out in real time on the news and in headlines, it’s up to parents to help make sense of it all. Elise Hu re…
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34 min
Talking To Kids About Puberty, Boundaries, & Consent | Dr. Cara Natterson & Dr. Nadine Thornhill | A Kids Co.
When puberty hits earlier and emotions run higher, the conversations we have with our kids about their bodies, sex, and consent matter more than ever. Kids are already learning abo…
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23 min
How to Talk About Adoption, Identity, and Belonging with Kids | Nefertiti Austin | A Kids Co.
Adoption is a lifelong process of identity and belonging, and how parents talk about it with our kids matters from the very beginning. Nefertiti Austin, author of Motherhood So Whi…
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34 min
Raising Healthy Kids Beyond Social Media and Ed Tech | Ash Brandin & Emily Cherkin | A Kids Co.
As families head into summer break, screentime may feel top of mind for parents trying to raise healthy, balanced kids in a screen-saturated world. Elise Hu revisits two Raising Us…
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31 min
Teaching Kids Self-Compassion to Support Mental Health | Kelli Joy Richardson & Dr. Kristin Neff
Raising resilient kids and understanding how to support their mental health often starts with their self-esteem and self-compassion. Host Elise Hu revisits two empowering conversat…
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32 min
Talking About Divorce, Separation, and Family Change with Kids | Christina McGhee | A Kids Co.
Divorce can reshape every part of family life for kids and parents alike, from routines and living arrangements to feelings of grief, anger, and confusion. In this episode of Raisi…
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37 min
How Do I Talk About Racism With My Kids? Questions From Our Mailbag | Jelani Memory | A Kids Co.
What do you say when your child asks about race, racism, or representation – and you’re not sure where to start? In this special episode of Raising Us, host Elise Hu is joined by J…
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24 min
Why Representation in Media Matters for Kids | Angel McCoughty | A Kids Co.
From scrolling on social media to watching sports and TV, kids are constantly absorbing messages about who gets to be seen, and who doesn’t. Joining host Elise Hu to talk about why…
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33 min
How to Talk to Kids About Trauma, Big Emotions, & Feeling Safe | Paul Scheer | A Kids Co.
Trauma in kids isn’t always obvious, but kids are constantly taking in the world around them and paying attention to how we adults respond to it. Actor, comedian, and author Paul S…
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38 min
Talking to Kids About Sex and Consent Without Feeling Awkward | Dr. Nadine Thornhill | A Kids Co.
Talking to kids about sex and consent can feel awkward, overwhelming, and easy to put off — but these conversations can start earlier and easier than we think. Host Elise Hu sits d…
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39 min
How to Talk About Eating Disorders with Our Kids | Amanda Sobhy & Jessica Scheer | A Kids Co.
Eating disorders in kids are more common than parents realize, but many still question how to spot early warning signs, talk about healthy habits and body image, and support with c…
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32 min
Talking About Climate Change Without Fear | Dr. Ayana Elizabeth Johnson | A Kids Co.
From wildfires and floods to melting ice caps, today’s kids are exposed to the realities of climate change earlier than ever. Host Elise Hu is joined by author, marine biologist, a…
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47 min
Talking to Your Kids About ICE and Immigration | Maria Hinojosa & Anya Kamenetz | A Kids Co.
With news about ICE, immigration raids, and family separation everywhere, many parents are wondering how to talk to kids about everything going on. How do we share harsh realities…
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44 min
Normalizing Physical Disabilities and Differences with Kids | Alana Nichols & Emily Ladau | A Kids Co.
Whether they notice a wheelchair, limb difference, or how parents respond to disabilities, kids pick up on physical differences earlier than we think. Raising Us host Elise Hu is j…
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32 min
Parenting Kids with Big Feelings | Dr. Becky Kennedy, Good Inside Podcast | A Kids Co.
From explosive meltdowns and slammed doors to tears that seem to come out of nowhere, some kids simply feel everything more intensely. Joining host Elise Hu to unpack what parentin…
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34 min
How to Raise a Child Who Believes in Themselves | Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson | A Kids Co.
Impostor syndrome in kids is more common than we think, and how parents respond to self-doubt can shape their children’s confidence for life. Joining host Elise Hu is Supreme Court…