Latest Amy oztan Podcast Episodes
Fake news and what you can do about it, with Michelle Ciulla Lipkin - Episode 202
Parenting Bytes - November 01, 2019 03:55 - 53 minutes ★★★★★ - 47 ratingsEven though we're a year out from the next presidential election, "fake news" is already in the news, whether it's Russia trying to sway low-information voters, Facebook allowing political ads with blatant lies in them, or how our own president should be covered from a news standpoint. We've bro...
Give Us The Floor: how teens can get help and support on Snapchat - Episode 201
Parenting Bytes - October 25, 2019 03:50 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 47 ratingsSnapchat is a mystery to most parents, and that's just fine with the people behind Give Us The Floor. Find out how teens can get help and support on Snapchat, a place where they're comfortable. You can go to the Parenting Bytes website for all of the links we talk about, plus an interactive tra...
How to calm kids down: strategies and tips from an expert - Episode 200
Parenting Bytes - October 18, 2019 03:25 - 36 minutes ★★★★★ - 47 ratingsNobody in history has ever calmed down just because someone told them to, and that goes double for kids. So how can we get our kids to take a breath when they're being anxious? We're talking with expert Stephanie Dalfonzo, who has some concrete tips and strategies to calm kids down. And they'll ...
Motherhood in the media: an interview with Margaret Quinlan - Episode 199
Parenting Bytes - October 10, 2019 22:14 - 40 minutes ★★★★★ - 47 ratingsModern motherhood is filled with attacks from all sides, from actual experts and social media experts alike, making it seem like mothers can't do anything right. But while this might seem like a new phenomenon, our guest, author Margaret Quinlan, tells us just how far back this problem goes, and...
College mental health: where can students get help? - Episode 198
Parenting Bytes - October 03, 2019 20:35 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 47 ratingsWhen a child is away at college and is having anxiety or depression or other mental health and wellness issues, where can they turn for help? They're not around their parents or their usual doctors, plus there can be a stigma about seeking help. On the latest Parenting Bytes podcast, we're talki...
Andrea's exclusive interview at Facebook HQ - Episode 197
Parenting Bytes - September 27, 2019 03:25 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 47 ratingsMy podcast co-host Andrea sat down at Facebook HQ with Karuna Nain from Facebook, to talk about Facebook safety tips for parents, some resources on Facebook you might not have heard of, and what the heck that "other" folder is in Messenger. You can go to the Parenting Bytes website for all of t...
Mom rage is real! - Episode 196
Parenting Bytes - September 20, 2019 03:03 - 57 minutes ★★★★★ - 47 ratingsIf you've ever gotten so out-of-control mad at your kids that you wanted to hurt them, we need to talk. Writer Anne Lamott calls it "Mother Rage," and the shame of having those feelings can compound the problem. You can go to the Parenting Bytes website for all of the links we talk about, plus ...
How to choose creative college essay topics, and why you should - episode 195
Parenting Bytes - September 13, 2019 03:34 - 44 minutes ★★★★★ - 47 ratingsChoosing a good college essay topic is as easy as googling, right? Wrong! According to our expert college essay coach, you need to start with yourself, and what makes you unique. You can go to the Parenting Bytes website for all of the links we talk about, plus an interactive transcript of the ...
What we did this summer!! - episode 194
Parenting Bytes - September 06, 2019 03:55 - 36 minutes ★★★★★ - 47 ratingsWe were busy this summer, taking trips, sending kids off to college, and more. Find out what the Parenting Bytes cohosts were up to this summer, plus a special preview of the great episodes we have in store for the fall! Links and Transcript You can go to the Parenting Bytes website for all of...
Encore Episode: Think before you post: an interview with Sharenthood author Leah Plunkett
Parenting Bytes - August 30, 2019 02:18 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 47 ratingsThe Sharenthood book is coming out next week, so we wanted to post our interview with the author again. Parents post about their kids online all the time, especially on Facebook and Instagram. But what are the long-term consequences of this for the kids? What happens when they become old enough...
Get your parenting questions answered by an expert!
Parenting Bytes - August 23, 2019 01:29 - 2 minutes ★★★★★ - 47 ratingsDo you have parenting questions? We've got an expert who wants to help you! Links and Transcript You can go to the Parenting Bytes website for all of the links we talk about, plus an interactive transcript of the entire episode. Subscribe! Have you subscribed to Parenting Bytes on Apple Podc...
What are the best laptops for students - episode 193
Parenting Bytes - August 09, 2019 03:18 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 47 ratingsWhether you have a high school or college student, your child probably needs a laptop. We explain the pros and cons of Chromebooks, explore the best laptops for students, and dig into which specs you need to pay attention to when choosing a laptop. You can go to the Parenting Bytes website for ...
Encore Episode: When they leave for college
Parenting Bytes - August 02, 2019 01:32 - 40 minutes ★★★★★ - 47 ratingsGuest Abby West talks to us about her oldest child leaving for college.
Encore Episode: Simple parenting tips with Asha Dornfest
Parenting Bytes - July 26, 2019 03:43 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 47 ratingsFrom digital dilemmas like managing screen time and the effects of social media, to new apps and devices that can make parenting easier (or at least more fun), family tech expert Rebecca Levey, along with tech reporter Andrea Smith and blogger Amy Oztan, explore the ups and downs of parenting in ...
How to clear your clutter and make money by selling your stuff online! - episode 192
Parenting Bytes - July 19, 2019 02:28 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 47 ratingsIs your house filled with clutter? Are you moving? Are you downsizing? There are lots of reasons to clear the clutter, and you can make money at the same time by selling your stuff online. Links and Transcript You can go to the Parenting Bytes website for all of the links we talk about, plus a...
Everything you need to know about Amazon Prime Day offers! - episode 191
Parenting Bytes - July 12, 2019 02:13 - 36 minutes ★★★★★ - 47 ratingsAmazon Prime Day offers can be confusing. When do they start? Who can get them? Do you need to have Amazon Prime in order to save? And are you actually saving money? We break it all down, including how to track deals and prices, plus the other stores that are capitalizing on Prime Day with deals...
Encore Episode: How to host a party or BBQ, with Amy Shey Jacobs of Chandelier Events
Parenting Bytes - July 05, 2019 03:27 - 42 minutes ★★★★★ - 47 ratingsRebecca Levey, Andrea Smith, and Amy Oztan are thrilled to be joined by event planner extraordinaire Amy Shey Jacobs of Chandelier Events, a premier event planning company in New York City.
How work at home moms can survive summer - episode 190
Parenting Bytes - June 28, 2019 03:11 - 36 minutes ★★★★★ - 47 ratingsIf you're a mom who works from home, and your kids don't go to camp or you don't have a nanny, summer can be rough. But our guest Audrey McClelland, who has five five kids and is the breadwinner in her family, shares her struggle and some great tips that she's found along the way. Links and Tra...
Chores for kids: Dr. Deborah Gilboa tells us how - episode 189
Parenting Bytes - June 20, 2019 20:29 - 43 minutes ★★★★★ - 47 ratingsDo your kids do chores? Household chores for kids don't just help you get things done, they also have many benefits for the kids who are doing them! Dr. Deborah Gilboa ("Ask Doctor G") tells us how she manages this with her four kids, and how it ultimately helps her enjoy her family more. Links...
Think before you post: an interview with Sharenthood author Leah Plunkett - episode 188
Parenting Bytes - June 14, 2019 03:15 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 47 ratingsParents post about their kids online all the time, especially on Facebook and Instagram. But what are the long-term consequences of this for the kids? What happens when they become old enough to care? Links and Transcript You can go to the Parenting Bytes website for all of the links we talk a...
How to stop bullying, with author Izzy Kalman - episode 187
Parenting Bytes - June 07, 2019 03:50 - 39 minutes ★★★★★ - 47 ratingsWe have an amazing guest this week on the Parenting Bytes podcast who tells us how to stop bullying. Seriously. And it's the opposite of every anti-bullying campaign out there. Links and Transcript You can go to the Parenting Bytes website for all of the links we talk about, plus an interactiv...
Encore Episode: School's out! (Almost)
Parenting Bytes - May 31, 2019 03:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 47 ratingsWelcome to an encore episode of Parenting Bytes! We couldn't get our schedules together to record this week, so we reached deep into the archives (I mean, this was all the way back when Amy Ever After was Selfish Mom!). This episode first aired four years ago, and I can't believe how current it...
All The Rage: even the best husbands aren't pulling their weight - episode 186
Parenting Bytes - May 24, 2019 03:36 - 43 minutes ★★★★★ - 47 ratingsWe’re so fortunate to have author Darcy Lockman on the show this week to talk about her new book, All The Rage: Mothers, Fathers, and the Myth of Equal Partnership. In her book Darcy talks about gender equality and why we just don’t have it. Women’s work is valued less, and even when women make ...
Advice on how to get a pet, from the experts - episode 185
Parenting Bytes - May 17, 2019 03:31 - 52 minutes ★★★★★ - 47 ratingsSo you want to get a pet, but are wondering how to integrate kids and pets. Or, you’re not sure what kind of pet to get, where to get one, or what it will cost. We’re tackling those questions and so many more with the help of two pet experts: Dr. Katy Nelson of The Pet Show, and Dana Humphrey, T...
Encore Episode: How to talk to kids about tragedy
Parenting Bytes - May 10, 2019 03:20 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 47 ratingsWe're rerunning this episode in case you need some help talking to your kids about tragedy. After the most recent school shootings, parents have had to have some very tough conversations with their kids. We hope this helps in some small way.
All the best Mother's Day gift ideas - episode 184
Parenting Bytes - May 03, 2019 03:09 - 43 minutes ★★★★★ - 47 ratingsLooking for Mother's Day gifts that aren't the same old same old? We've got fresh, innovative ideas for all the moms!
Encore Episode: Internet etiquette
Parenting Bytes - April 26, 2019 02:19 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 47 ratingsWe're on vacation this break, but with so many new fans, we're guessing that most of you haven't heard this early episode. It's amazing how current this episode still sounds--we're still dealing with the same problems!
Uber safety tips for teens and adults - episode 183
Parenting Bytes - April 19, 2019 03:14 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 47 ratingsUber safety tips for teens and adults
Julie Lythcott-Haims tells us how to raise an adult - episode 182
Parenting Bytes - April 12, 2019 03:12 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 47 ratingsEpisode 182: Julie Lythcott-Haims tells us how to raise an adult We're so excited to have best-selling author Julie Lythcott-Haims on the podcast this week! We've talked about her before, both about her book How to Raise an Adult and her excellent Slate podcast, Getting In. But now we get to ta...
SPIKE Prime: A fun new way for schools to teach STEAM, with LEGO! - episode 181
Parenting Bytes - April 05, 2019 02:34 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 47 ratingsEpisode 181: SPIKE Prime – A fun new way for schools to teach STEAM, with LEGO! The three Parenting Bytes hosts took a field trip this week to the unveiling of a new STEAM project-based learning tool from LEGO Education, called SPIKE Prime. LEGO Education recognizes that STEAM activities for mi...
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