Latest Black parenting Podcast Episodes
Season 2, Episode 11: Navigating the Thrills and Spills of Tween Crushes and Gossip
Seeking Different - January 29, 2024 18:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 28 ratingsRemember the flutters of first crushes and the buzz of schoolyard whispers? Together with my daughter Estela, we take a heartfelt plunge into the world of tween crushes and the ensuing gossip that can feel like navigating a minefield. We swap stories, with Estela offering a peek into the pulse o...
Season 2, Episode 10: Defying Silence: A Mother's Memoir and the Fight for Children's Justice
Seeking Different - January 16, 2024 10:00 - 19 minutes ★★★★★ - 28 ratingsHera and Estela bring you a new episode - that explains why they've taken a bit of a hiatus. They've both been writing books! And Hera has just released her memoir, ten years in the making, that's both deeply personal and universally touching. "Defying Silence," her memoir, unveils the heart-wre...
Season 2, Episode 9: Part II of Donor Dylan's Story - The Sperm Donor with 97 Biological Children
Seeking Different - October 23, 2023 08:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 28 ratingsThis is Part II of Donor Dylan's story. Picture this – you just found out you have 97 biological children. Baffled? So was our guest, Donor Dylan, when he discovered this shocking revelation due to sperm donation. In a heart-to-heart conversation, Dylan unravels his rollercoaster journey of hav...
Season 2, Episode 8: The Man with 97 Biological Children (Part I) – Donor Dylan's Tale of Sperm Donation and Discovery
Seeking Different - October 16, 2023 08:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 28 ratingsEver wonder what it's like to walk into a sperm bank, answer some peculiar questions, donate, and then years later discover you have 97 biological children? That's exactly what happened to Donor Dylan, our guest in this riveting discussion. Dylan lets us into his journey of discovery, the shock ...
Seeking Different: Season 2, Episode 7: Confronting Discrimination: A Tale of Hair, Friendship, and a Beyonce Concert
Seeking Different - September 18, 2023 08:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 28 ratingsWhat happens when the feeling of belonging is put to the test? You're about to hear the tale of a Beyonce concert, a couple of extra guests, and an unexpected lesson in friendship and values. We laugh, we cringe, and we learn as we recount that night when we had to sit on the floor, shunned by a...
Seeking Different: Season 2, Episode 6: Embracing Diversity - A Conversation on Unique Family Structures
Seeking Different - September 11, 2023 08:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 28 ratingsThis week we recap on the first week of school and discuss how kid social interactions have changed post pandemic (particularly for kids who were school aged during the height of it). Have you ever considered how remote learning impacted children's social skills? Picture this, a young student, f...
Seeking Different: Season 2, Episode 5: Conquering Back-to-School Anxiety and Planning Epic Play Dates
Seeking Different - September 04, 2023 08:00 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 28 ratingsRemember the buzz of preparing for a new school year? Those summer play dates that were the perfect blend of fun and preparation for the upcoming educational journey? We, Hera and Estela, take you back to those times, sharing personal anecdotes as we navigate the world of play dates - the joy, t...
Season 2, Episode 5: Conquering Back-to-School Anxiety and Planning Epic Play Dates
Seeking Different - September 04, 2023 08:00 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 28 ratingsRemember the buzz of preparing for a new school year? Those summer play dates that were the perfect blend of fun and preparation for the upcoming educational journey? We, Hera and Estela, take you back to those times, sharing personal anecdotes as we navigate the world of play dates - the joy, t...
Season 2, Episode 4: Planning Adventure Travel with Kids (Costa Rica)
Seeking Different - August 28, 2023 08:00 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 28 ratingsIn this episode, Hera and Estela discuss planning a non-traditional family adventure. Recorded while in Costa Rica, they walk through how to find lodging and flights as well as what a day at language immersion camp looks like at Explornatura Kids camp in Tamarindo, Costa Rica. In addition to the...
Seeking Different: Season 2, Episode 4: Planning Adventure Travel with Kids (Costa Rica)
Seeking Different - August 28, 2023 08:00 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 28 ratingsIn this episode, Hera and Estela discuss planning a non-traditional family adventure. Recorded while in Costa Rica, they walk through how to find lodging and flights as well as what a day at language immersion camp looks like at Explornatura Kids camp in Tamarindo, Costa Rica. In addition to the...
Seeking Different: Season 2, Episode 3: Chatting with Donor Conceived Community (DCC) Founder Melissa Lindsey
Seeking Different - August 21, 2023 08:00 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 28 ratingsIn the second episode of Season two - Hera and Estela sit down to chat with Melissa Lindsey, the founder and director of The Donor Conceived Community (DCC). DCC provides peer support, education, and resources for people navigating donor conception and DNA discoveries. Melissa shares her story, ...
Season 2, Episode 3: Chatting with Donor Conceived Community (DCC) Founder Melissa Lindsey
Seeking Different - August 21, 2023 08:00 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 28 ratingsIn the second episode of Season two - Hera and Estela sit down to chat with Melissa Lindsey, the founder and director of The Donor Conceived Community (DCC). DCC provides peer support, education, and resources for people navigating donor conception and DNA discoveries. Melissa shares her story, ...
Season 2, Episode 2: I'm a Barbie Girl, In a Barbie World
Seeking Different - August 14, 2023 08:00 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 28 ratingsIn this episode, Hera and Estela review the new Barbie movie. They discuss the parallels between Barbie and real life as well as review the movie from the perspective of a mom and of a kid. Hera also breaks down the parts of the movie that were likely not meant for kids and Estela highlights the...
Season 2, Episode 2: I'm a Barbie Girl, In a Barbie World (Movie Review and Deep Thoughts)
Seeking Different - August 14, 2023 08:00 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 28 ratingsIn this episode, Hera and Estela review the new Barbie movie. They discuss the parallels between Barbie and real life as well as review the movie from the perspective of a mom and of a kid. Hera also breaks down the parts of the movie that were likely not meant for kids and Estela highlights the...
Seeking Different: Season 2, Episode 2: I'm a Barbie Girl, In a Barbie World (Movie Review and Deep Thoughts)
Seeking Different - August 14, 2023 08:00 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 28 ratingsIn this episode, Hera and Estela review the new Barbie movie. They discuss the parallels between Barbie and real life as well as review the movie from the perspective of a mom and of a kid. Hera also breaks down the parts of the movie that were likely not meant for kids and Estela highlights the...
Seeking Different: Season 2, Episode 1: Summer Recap and CONSENT!
Seeking Different - August 07, 2023 08:00 - 16 minutes ★★★★★ - 28 ratingsIn the first episode of season two, Hera and Estela and joined by little sister Isa as they give a quick summer camp recap and discuss the topic of consent. Hera explains to the girls how everything from touching hair to hugs and kisses are things that require permission. Support the Show.
Season 2, Episode 1: Summer Recap and CONSENT!
Seeking Different - August 07, 2023 08:00 - 16 minutes ★★★★★ - 28 ratingsIn the first episode of season two, Hera and Estela and joined by little sister Isa as they give a quick summer camp recap and discuss the topic of consent. Hera explains to the girls how everything from touching hair to hugs and kisses are things that require permission. Support the show
Seeking Different: Season 1, Episode 13: Interview with Angela Stepancic, Founder of the First Black Owned Sperm Bank - Reproductive Village Cryobank (RVC)
Seeking Different - May 16, 2023 08:00 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 28 ratingsIn the final episode of season one for Seeking Different, Hera and Estela sit down with Angela Stepancic (founder of Reproductive Village Cryobank) to discuss her plans to open the first Black owned cryobank that's specifically focused on helping Black families by sourcing Black donors. Angela t...
Seeking Different: Season 1, Episode 12: Interview with Angela Stepancic, Founder of the First Black Owned Sperm Bank - Reproductive Village Cryobank (RVC)
Seeking Different - May 16, 2023 08:00 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 28 ratingsIn the final episode of season one for Seeking Different, Hera and Estela sit down with Angela Stepancic (founder of Reproductive Village Cryobank) to discuss her plans to open the first Black owned cryobank that's specifically focused on helping Black families by sourcing Black donors. Angela t...
Season 1, Episode 12: Interview with Angela Stepancic, Founder of the First Black Owned Sperm Bank - Reproductive Village Cryobank (RVC)
Seeking Different - May 16, 2023 08:00 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 28 ratingsIn the final episode of season one for Seeking Different, Hera and Estela sit down with Angela Stepancic (founder of Reproductive Village Cryobank) to discuss her plans to open the first Black owned cryobank that's specifically focused on helping Black families by sourcing Black donors. Angela t...
Season 1, Episode 12: Growing the Family from Two to Three
Seeking Different - April 25, 2023 08:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 28 ratingsIn this episode, Estela dishes about what it was like becoming a big sister and Hera shares her thoughts on the differences between having one child as an SMC and having two. They also discuss how their family was built on top of the tragedy of losing Estela's brother and Hera's son Prince. Sup...
Seeking Different: Season 1, Episode 12: Growing the Family from Two to Three
Seeking Different - April 25, 2023 08:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 28 ratingsIn this episode, Estela dishes about what it was like becoming a big sister and Hera shares her thoughts on the differences between having one child as an SMC and having two. They also discuss how their family was built on top of the tragedy of losing Estela's brother and Hera's son Prince. Su...
Season 1, Episode 11: Family Trip to Colombia
Seeking Different - April 18, 2023 08:00 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 28 ratingsIn this episode, Hera and Estela discuss traveling as an SMC family to Cartagena, Colombia. Highlights include a scary bus incident in Playa Blanca and the incredible experience they had in the Afro-Colombian Village of Palenque. They share the highlights as well as some savvy tips for traveling...
Seeking Different: Season 1, Episode 11: Family Trip to Colombia
Seeking Different - April 18, 2023 08:00 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 28 ratingsIn this episode, Hera and Estela discuss traveling as an SMC family to Cartagena, Colombia. Highlights include a scary bus incident in Playa Blanca and the incredible experience they had in the Afro-Colombian Village of Palenque. They share the highlights as well as some savvy tips for traveling...
Seeking Different "Bonus Mini EP": Season Recap and "Into the Mind of a Four Year Old"
Seeking Different - April 04, 2023 08:00 - 13 minutes ★★★★★ - 28 ratingsIn this mini episode, Estela and Hera look back on the first season thus far to talk about favorite moments, things they learned, and Estela discusses how ignorance about non-traditional family can play out in the school setting. Isa makes an appearance at the end of the episode to give her defi...
Bonus Mini EP: Season Recap and "Into the Mind of a Four Year Old"
Seeking Different - April 04, 2023 08:00 - 13 minutes ★★★★★ - 28 ratingsIn this mini episode, Estela and Hera look back on the first season thus far to talk about favorite moments, things they learned, and Estela discusses how ignorance about non-traditional family can play out in the school setting. Isa makes an appearance at the end of the episode to give her defi...
Seeking Different: Season 1, Episode 9: It Goes Down on the Playground
Seeking Different - March 28, 2023 08:00 - 18 minutes ★★★★★ - 28 ratingsIn this episode, Hera and Estela discuss recess and the playground where ALL the drama goes down. From navigating bullies to the evolution of kid conversations. The littlest McLeod - Isa - also makes a special appearance in this episode and reveals her understanding of "donor" as well as her fee...
Season 1, Episode 9: It Goes Down on the Playground
Seeking Different - March 28, 2023 08:00 - 18 minutes ★★★★★ - 28 ratingsIn this episode, Hera and Estela discuss recess and the playground where ALL the drama goes down. From navigating bullies to the evolution of kid conversations. The littlest McLeod - Isa - also makes a special appearance in this episode and reveals her understanding of "donor" as well as her fee...
Seeking Different: Season 1, Episode 8: It Takes A Village
Seeking Different - March 21, 2023 08:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 28 ratingsIn this episode of Seeking Different, Hera and Estela interview Lara McLeod (Hera's sister) and discuss the importance of having a village. Being a parent is hard no matter what type of family you have, and having a strong village to help raise your children is critical to family health. Lara, a...
Season 1, Episode 8: It Takes A Village
Seeking Different - March 21, 2023 08:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 28 ratingsIn this episode of Seeking Different, Hera and Estela interview Lara McLeod (Hera's sister) and discuss the importance of having a village. Being a parent is hard no matter what type of family you have, and having a strong village to help raise your children is critical to family health. Lara, a...
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