Talking about hard topics with Matthew Winner

Delusional Optimism with Dr. B

English - June 07, 2021 16:00 - 42 minutes - 96.4 MB
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In this episode of Delusional Optimism, Dr. B and Seth Creekmore speak with Matthew Winner, Head of Podcasts at A Kids Book About. Matthew talks about how to use books to have difficult conversations and what he has learned over the years. He also shares what A Kids Podcast About has planned for the future.

“We can all serve everyone better by just talking more even if it’s going to be messy. Because being messy can still have the effect of being seen, and being seen is a really big tool.” - Matthew Winner [12:18]

“It is so true that the best way to keep somebody safe is to talk about what’s on the other side of the door before you walk through the door.” - Dr. B [35:32]

What You Will Learn:

[00:37] Intro

[02:33] Meet Mathew Winner

[05:33] What is A Kids Book About

[08:24] The most difficult and easiest of producing the podcast

[10:23] How to have difficult conversations with kids

[18:40] How books can create a safe space

[20:10] When should parents broach certain subjects

[28:46] How books are there when we need there

[33:12] Some practical takeaways

[37:59] How to contact Matthew Winner

[39:54] Outro