Parent Pod

Authoritarian? Uninvolved? Or something in between? In this episode, Sarah and Shawn take a quiz and learn more about their parenting styles. 

Shawn and Sarah talk with Scranton Mayor Paige Cognetti about being a working mom. The challenges, the guilt and getting through a pandemic.

Sarah talks to expert Heather Shnyder about what's real, what's a conspiracy theory and what parents need to know about human trafficking.

Luzerne County mom and new author Denise Cardell talks about the emotions, guilt and struggles of raising a son with a severe seizure disorder.

How do we help our kids cope and heal? In this Parent Pod, Sarah and Shawn talk to Suzanne Kapral about helping children navigate loss, uncertainty and grief.

Sarah Buynovsky and Shawn Dunn explore how to talk to kids of all ages about the dangers of drugs.Expert Stefanie Wolownik of Wyoming Valley Alcohol and Drug Services teaches us how.

On this episode of Parent Pod, Sarah and Shawn talk with mom and finance expert Emily Hickox. She explains how to teach our kids all they need to know about money matters.

Nearly a year into a pandemic with political and social tensions high, Sarah and Shawn talk about burnout. Psychologist Dr. Bethany Cook explains how parents can best cope.

In this episode, Sarah and Shawn talk about pandemic eating, how to keep our kids healthy and exercising in the midst of winter and a health crisis with Dr. Jennifer Schwartz from the University of Scranton.

On this episode, we talk with Dr. Jignesh Sheth of The Wright Center for Community Health about the coronavirus vaccine.

It’s cookie season! Shawn and Sarah talk holiday baking with your kids.Memories, recipes, tips and more with Sandi Graham of Vintage Kitchen in Scranton!

This winter, so many of us are focused on our health. How can we boost our families’ immunity with food and vitamins? Sarah talks with registered dietician Heather Fedoryk to get tips on how to stay healthy naturally.

The thought of winter during the COVID-19 pandemic doesn't have to be scary. In this episode, Sarah and Shawn chat with blogger Alicia Marshall of "Macaroni Kid Scranton" about how to keep kids entertained over the next few months. From visiting national parks virtually to learning about new cultures!

Sarah talks with political scientist and father of 3 Dr. Benjamin Toll about how to discuss campaigns, candidates and issues with your kids.

From animatronic Baby Yoda to LEGO Dots, Sarah and Shawn talk hot holiday toys, what shopping looks like in a pandemic and more from Casey Runyan of Brad's Deals!

In the midst of pandemic stress and negativity, life coach and mom Alison Skoff talks to Shawn and Sarah about how to see the bright side. 

An emotional update! Sarah talks to friend and coworker Bonnie and her husband dan about their infertility struggle and how they’ve finally started a family.

Sarah Buynovsky and Shawn Dunn talk back to school during crisis.Guest Emily Hickox talks family stress, pros, cons and how there is no perfect choice.

In this episode of Parent Pod, Sarah and Shawn talk with two moms about labor and having babies during this pandemic.

Sarah Buynovsky and Shawn Dunn talk about coping with crisis.Dr David Palmiter addresses how parents need to care for themselves and their kids’ mental health.

Sarah talks about grandparents raising grandkids. More from an expert about the growing crisis and advice from a grandmother raising her grandchild.

Sarah and Shawn talk with a mom/chef/instructor on why it’s key for bonding, learning and loving food!

Turn the page! Sarah talks with a longtime librarian about the importance of reading and how to get your kids to love it!

Whether you're planning your first Disney vacation or you're a veteran, in this episode of Parent Pod, Sarah talks with an expert about Disney trips, tips and tricks that everyone can use!

Cybersecurity. It’s what you absolutely NEED to know to keep your kids safe and away from predators.

Get yourself and your kids organized in 2020! Hear expert tips and advice to get your house and your family less cluttered and less stressful!

It’s the 2019 Holiday Toy Guide! What’s hot, what’s not? Sarah and Shawn break it down! Plus, we play a little game called "As Seen on TV Gadget or Kid's Toy."

Questions about whether your child needs special help in school? How can you identify issues and disabilities? How can you get help? Sarah talks with an expert to find out.

In this episode of Parent Pod, Sarah talks with two co-workers struggling to become moms about their journeys, heartbreak and message of strength.

How much is too much? Sarah Buynovsky Talks with a sports medicine specialist about new guidelines to keep your active kids as safe, healthy and injury-free as possible. 

An honest chat about workplace hazards! Sarah gets some dads' perspectives when she swaps stories with Shawn Dunn and Jon Meyer About being a working parent.

Sarah talks with two moms about the challenges of having children with autism. They share their stories, emotions and tips for others.

Sarah Buynovsky talks fall fun and life on a farm with 6 kids with special guest Amber Peregrim of Miller’s Orchards.