Podcast appearances and mentions of Leonard Sax

Why are so many bright, capable boys becoming unmotivated, disengaged from school, and more interested in the virtual world than real life? In this eye-opening episode of Power Your Parenting: Moms with Teens, I talk with Dr. Leonard Sax about the newly released third edition of his bestselling book, Boys Adrift: The Six Factors Driving the Growing Epidemic of Unmotivated Boys and Underachieving Young Men. Dr. Sax explores why so many boys are struggling academically and losing motivation—and how changes in education may be contributing to the problem. We also dive into the powerful pull of video games and why parents need to pay attention to both how much their sons are gaming and what they are playing. Dr. Sax discusses sleep, ADHD, and stimulant medications and encourages parents to ask informed questions. His message is clear: teens still need parents to provide boundaries, structure, and guidance, even when they push back. Finally, we tackle some of the newest challenges facing boys: pornography, AI girlfriends and companions, and the online “manosphere.” Dr. Sax explains how these influences can pull boys away from real relationships and a meaningful life. He encourages parents to monitor technology, create firm limits, and connect boys with positive male role models. Most importantly, he reminds parents that these problems are not hopeless—there are concrete steps we can take to help our boys thrive. 3 Takeaways Pay attention to the virtual world. Know what your son is doing online and make sure gaming, pornography, and AI aren't replacing sleep, school, friendships, and real-life experiences. Have the courage to set limits. Your son may not like your boundaries, but he still needs you to provide structure and guidance that protects his future. Help him see what a good man looks like. Boys need positive male role models who demonstrate character, responsibility, respect, purpose, and healthy relationships. Learn More at: https://www.leonardsax.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Grant Clark continues the How to Build a Life series through Proverbs with a message on wisdom in parenting. Working from the ninth fatherly discourse in Proverbs 6:20-23, he argues that the goal of parenting is not the cultural scorecard of success but children who know God, walk in his wisdom, and follow Jesus, and he lays out four practices from Proverbs for getting there: delight, demonstrate, disciple, and discipline. The message is for everyone in the room, parents or not, both as children of the Father in heaven and as the aunts and uncles of the church's kids.Grant opens with a story from his own week and names the humility this topic requires: none of the four points is a magic bullet or a quick fix, all of them are processes repeated over years. He recalls the ten fatherly discourses of Proverbs 1-9, where Solomon sits his son down and passes on a whole way of life, what some commentators call a curriculum in wisdom, and offers hope to parents who never received that kind of training themselves. He reads Proverbs 6:20-23: a father and a mother working together to teach, command, guide, and correct their child, where a command is a lamp, teaching is a light, and corrective discipline is the way of life.The four D's:1) Delight in your Children2) Demonstrate How to Walk3) Disciple them in Wisdom4) Discipline them in Love## What is the Goal of Parenting?Before the four practices, Grant asks what parents are actually aiming for. Every parent wants healthy, secure, happy children, but Proverbs gives a larger vision than the Western one of a good school, a good job, and a home. The goal of the Scriptures is that our children would know God, walk in his ways and his Word, and follow Jesus, or in New Testament language, that they would live out the great commandment and the Great Commission. Parenting is not controlling external behavior; it is forming hearts and showing children how to live wisely in God's world. Solomon told his son plainly what his goal for his life was. Grant asks the parents in the room: if your kids were handed the mic this morning and asked what your biggest desire for their life is, what would they say?## 1. Delight in Your ChildrenProverbs 4:3-4. Solomon remembers not only what his parents taught him but how they made him feel: tender, precious, cherished, tenderly loved. Grant reads Tim Keller on this verse:"The verse literally says, "I was the only one in the sight of my mother." A child should feel they are the object of powerful, unconditional love from the parent." – Tim KellerSolomon's parents did not just love him, they enjoyed him, and he wants to pass on both the teaching and the feeling. Grant connects this to the Father's words over Jesus at his baptism in Matthew 3:17, three formative pillars of identity: you are my son, I love you, I am proud of you. He describes speaking those same words over his daughter at bedtime for six and a half years, so that when correction comes, her identity and his love are never in question.Practical ways to show delight: give focused attention and be present, play with them in ways that fit their stage of life, listen to their stories and ask questions, speak affirmation over the good you see in them rather than only calling out the bad, build family memories, and tell and show them often how valuable they are to you.## 2. Demonstrate How to Walk in WisdomProverbs 23:26: "My son, give me your heart and let your eyes observe my ways." The heart in Hebrew thinking is the control center of the person, desires, thinking, and decision making, not just feelings. In context the father is warning his son against envy, drunkenness, sexual sin, and foolish companions, all of them competing for the son's heart. The father is saying: entrust your inner life to my wisdom, let me shape what you love and how you live, and watch my life. Grant links this to Jesus in John 13:15, whose disciples watched him in every conceivable situation, the highs and the lows, and to Paul in Philippians 4:9, whose discipleship strategy was the same: do what you have learned, received, heard, and seen in me.Children learn from instruction and correction, but they are also formed by example. Our lives interpret our words. If we say prayer matters but they never see us pray, if we say church matters but treat it as an obligation, if we say apologizing matters but they never hear us say sorry, they learn from the disconnect. Our faith does not need to be perfect, but it does need to be real, and the most powerful thing a parent can do is be a real example and repent when they mess up. More is caught than taught.## 3. Disciple Them in WisdomGrant summarizes a Gospel Coalition article, "Raising Kids in the Faith is Simpler than you May Think" by Joe Carter, built on research from the Institute for Family Studies. The single strongest predictor of a child's adult faith is not the church, the youth group, or their peers. It is the parents. The behaviors that most strongly predict lasting faith are active and verbal: praying together, saying grace before meals, reading and discussing the Bible, and talking about Jesus regularly in daily life. The report also notes that a generation of parents reacting against purity culture has overcorrected toward a light touch, and that children read parental silence about faith not as respect for their autonomy but as evidence that it is not important. Biblical parenting is intentional.Deuteronomy 6:4-9, the Shema: love the Lord your God with all your heart, soul, and strength, and repeat these words to your children when you sit in your house, walk along the road, lie down, and get up. Grant quotes Mark and Jan Foreman:Parenting is "on-the-job training. We use the show-and-tell of everyday moments to transmit spiritual life." – Mark and Jan ForemanDeuteronomy 6 holds together the formal and the informal: a daily, age-appropriate rhythm of Scripture and prayer as a family, and the spontaneous moments through the week, discussing situations at school, processing friendship and disappointment, talking about the messages in what they watch, and sharing stories of answered prayer and God's faithfulness. The home is the primary place of discipleship, and parents are the most important disciple makers.One practical action step: Eat together. Sit at the table, talk about highs and lows, and hear their questions. Grant reads from Leonard Sax's book The Collapse of Parenting:"Every meal counts. In a survey of 26,078 adolescents from a wide range of backgrounds—urban and rural, affluent and low-income—researchers asked each kid, In the last seven days, how many days have you had a meal with a parent? Kids who had more meals with a parent were less likely to have "internalizing problems" such as feeling sad, anxious, or lonely. They were less likely to have "externalizing problems" such as fighting, skipping school, or stealing. They were more likely to help others and more likely to report being satisfied with their own life.""But just insisting that everybody eat together, while the TV is blaring and the kids are texting at the dinner table, probably won't accomplish much by itself. We actually have good evidence that when the TV is on during suppertime, many of the benefits of a family meal evaporate."Make intentional, undistracted time to sit and talk about the day together.## 4. Discipline Them in LoveGrant recalls a church visit where Hebrews 12:6, God disciplines those he loves, was the verse on the screen as everyone walked in. Because God loves us, he disciplines, forms, and shapes us. Proverbs has a realistic (not an idealistic) view of children: they are a gift from God, and they are not born wise. Proverbs 22:15 says foolishness is bound up in their hearts, and it is trained out through teaching, correcting, encouraging, and at times rebuking."The word discipline means to punish. While the primary goal of parents is to teach what is right in an environment of love and delight, one of the main ways to do that is to establish both boundaries and consistent consequences for trespassing those boundaries for your children. Why? There is a design in the world, and to go against it brings natural consequences. If parents do not bring carefully controlled, unpleasant consequences into the children's lives, they will go out into the world and bring far more painful and harmful results onto themselves later." - Tim KellerDiscipline prepares children for the real world. Grant points back to Jackie Rodgers' sermon on discipline from the Ephesians series and her ten-year rule: if this behavior is still there in ten years, will it still look cute?He then reads three verses he expects some will find hard, and asks the church not to bypass uncomfortable texts but to humbly study, reflect, and pray through them: Proverbs 13:24, Proverbs 22:15, and Proverbs 29:15. He acknowledges directly that some in the room were physically or verbally abused by enraged parents who twisted Scripture, that this was not love, and that faithful families land in different places on how they apply these verses. What matters is the heart of what the verses are saying."...the rod was literally used to punish criminals in ancient society, it came to be a symbol of authority and of discipline in general. So when Proverbs tells parents to use the rod, it does include the possibility of corporal punishment, but it means much more." - Tim KellerThree clarifications. First, the rod does not boil down to spanking; the biblical idea is parents lovingly exercising authority through clear boundaries and meaningful consequences, in a culture where the children often lead the home instead of the parents. Second, Proverbs does not treat the rod as a magic bullet; discipline is not the essence of child rearing and spanking is not the only tool, as "a rod and a reprimand" in Proverbs 29:15 shows. Third, the discipline must be unpleasant. Grant tells the story of taking away his daughter's TV for an afternoon, the tantrum that followed, and the different child at breakfast the next day."We have said that the rod of discipline is not necessarily corporal punishment, but it is punishment—real consequences with teeth in them. If sin and folly are deep in every child's heart, it will take more than words to root them out." - Tim KellerHebrews 12:11: no discipline seems enjoyable at the time, but it yields the peaceful fruit of righteousness to those trained by it, like exercise that feels awful in the moment and bears fruit later. Kids need corrective discipline to grow into healthy, godly adults, and parents are responsible to follow through.So, what does Healthy discipline look like?- Loving- Calm- Consistent- Corrective- Formative- Punishment and Reward- Age-appropriate- RestorativeLoving: it flows from commitment to the child's good, and Proverbs calls the easy path of not disciplining hate. Calm: never driven by uncontrolled anger or frustration, so watch what is going on inside you. Consistent: follow through on the boundaries and consequences you have named. Corrective: it teaches what went wrong and what wisdom looks like, never humiliation, intimidation, or aggression. Formative: it is for their future and who they are becoming, not for our convenience. Punishment and reward: it teaches responsibility for actions, words, and attitudes, with consequences good and bad. Age-appropriate: parenting must change as children mature. Restorative: it ends with reconciliation, prayer, and a hug, with no lingering cloud, followed by talking through what was happening in their heart, what wisdom would have looked like, and what to do next time.## There Are No Perfect ParentsThe goal is not perfection but being pointed to the perfect Father in heaven and learning from him. All four D's are true of God: he delights in his children and sings over them (Zephaniah 3:17), he demonstrates his character to us in Jesus, he disciples us through his Word and Spirit, and he disciplines those he loves for our good. A hard season does not mean you are under God's discipline. When parents fail, they can come to him for mercy and wisdom, and parents should be the lead repenters in the home, quick to apologize and to show their own need for grace so their kids know it is okay to need it too. We cannot control the choices our children will make. We delight in them, demonstrate God's ways, disciple them, and discipline them for their good, and then entrust them to the Father who loves them more than we do.Delight: How will I communicate enjoyment to my child this week?Demonstrate: What area of my life needs to align with what I teach?Disciple: What simple spiritual rhythm could we begin at home?Discipline: Where do I need to become calmer, clearer or more consistent?Through the cross we are adopted into God's family, and the words the Father speaks over Jesus he speaks over us: you are my son, you are my daughter, I love you, and I am proud of you.Verses referenced:Proverbs 6:20-23 (CSB)Proverbs 4:3-4 (CSB)Matthew 3:17 (CSB)Proverbs 23:26 (CSB)John 13:15 (CSB)Philippians 4:9 (CSB)Deuteronomy 6:4-9 (CSB)Hebrews 12:6 (CSB)Proverbs 22:15 (CSB)Proverbs 13:24 (CSB)Proverbs 29:15 (NIV)Hebrews 12:11 (CSB)Zephaniah 3:17 (CSB)

Unmotivated Boys. What can parents do? Is your son losing his drive, disengaging from school, or spending all his time glued to screens? You're not alone, and it's not just in your head! In this episode of The Impactful Parent, host Kristina Campos sits down with renowned family physician, psychologist, and best-selling author Dr. Leonard Sax to dive into the growing epidemic of unmotivated boys and underachieving young men. Together, they unpack the six critical factors driving this shift—from school environments that alienate boys to video game displacement, ADHD medications, environmental endocrine disruptors, shifts in cultural masculinity, and online risks like AI-generated media and pornography. Most importantly, Dr. Sax provides actionable strategies parents can implement immediately to help re-engage their sons and turn things around.

If you are raising boys, you need to listen to this episode. Dr Leonard Sax and I discuss the new content added to the latest edition of his book “Boys Adrift”. We discussed why boys fall behind their sisters in school and what parents and teachers can do about it. I also learned about the very real and scary reality of endocrine disruptors and how male testosterone levels are dropping which impacts many things, including motivation. He also gives some shocking information from his research where he had discussions with adolescent boys about pornography consumption and having AI girlfriends. Did you know that 39% of boys age 13 -17 have made deepfake porn of a classmate without her permission? Again, this is vital information for parents of boys. Please listen in and share. You can learn more about Dr Leonard Sax and his latest edition of Boys Adrift as well as his other parenting books here: https://www.leonardsax.com/books/boys-adrift/**********Thank you to FeedSpot for selecting “Parenting the Adlerian Way” as the #1 parenting podcast in Canada two years in a row!Do you have a parenting question for me? Send it to hello@alysonschafer.com and I'll answer (anonymously) on an upcoming Q&A podcast.Sign up for my monthly newsletter at www.alysonschafer.com and receive my “Responsibilities By Age” pdf. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hour 1 Segment 1 – The airport is doing more expansion, spending over a billion dollars. Segment 2 – An article by Alan West on the progress that the Marxists have made in our country under the name of progressives. Segment 3 – Continued discussion about Marxism in this country. Segment 4 – Wrap up of Marxism and intro of hour 2 Hour 2 Segment 1 – Leonard Sax on the influence on the attack on manhood. Segment 2 – Continued discussion about the persistent attacks on manhood and specifically boys. Segment 3 – More discussion about the attack on the family. Segment 4 – People are tired of Donald Trump antics.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Segment 1 –There is finally a timetable for a potential resignation of the Mayor in Mooresville. Segment 2 – The Trump administration is waiving some of the tariffs on some beef imports which is angering many farmers. Segment 3 – Greg Bovina comments about the recent changes in the immigration policies of the administration. Segment 4 – President Trump is renaming Lake Ontario because of the trade fight with Canada. Segment 1 – Discussion about the attack and denigration of manhood. Segment 2 – More discussion about the attacks on manhood and how environmental toxins are causing ADHD. Segment 3 – Dr Leonard Sax discusses the attack on manhood and relationships. Segment 4 – The speaker of the house is sounding the alarm about the midterm elections.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Megyn Kelly is joined by Dr. Leonard Sax, author of “Boys Adrift,” to discuss the biggest factors causing boys and men to fall behind in our society, the alarming decline in coupling and fertility in America today, the social effects of women making more money than men under 35, how changes in American schools have hurt boys, the way boys declining in elementary school is setting them up to be worse as men, how video games are negatively affecting boys' ambition, why parents need to take an active role in limiting video game and social media use, why many boys diagnosed with ADHD may actually have something else going on, the potential effects of ADHD medication on motivation, the truth about "endocrine disrupters" and male fish becoming female, the female hormones humans are consuming through plastics in food and drinks, the importance of positively role models to help boys become men, why our current cultural leaders are harming boys, how pornography is teaching boys the wrong lessons about sex, the alarming rise of AI girlfriends, how porn use can actually lead to erectile dysfunction, and more. More from Dr. Sax-https://www.leonardsax.com/ ARMRA: go to https://tryarmra.com/MEGYNto get 30% off your first subscription order Lean: Discover why LEAN is becoming the choice for real weight‑loss results—shop now at https://TAKELEAN.com use code MK. Herald Group: Learn more at https://GuardYourCard.com Quo: Make this the season where no opportunity slips away. Try QUO for free PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to https://www.Quo.com/MK Follow The Megyn Kelly Show on all social platforms: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/MegynKelly Twitter: http://Twitter.com/MegynKellyShow Instagram: http://Instagram.com/MegynKellyShow Facebook: http://Facebook.com/MegynKellyShow Find out more information at:https://www.devilmaycaremedia.com/megynkellyshow Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, Jeremy speaks with Dr. Leonard Sax, Director of the Montgomery Center for Research in Child & Adolescent Development and author of several books, including The Collapse of Parenting, Why Gender Matters, Boys Adrift, and Girls on the Edge. They discusses the decline of traditional parenting, the advantages of single-sex education, and how understanding gender differences can improve educational outcomes for boys and girls. References:HeightsCast–Parental Authority: Dr. Leonard Sax on our RoleThe Collapse of Parenting by Dr. Leonard SaxWhy Gender Matters by Dr. Leornard SaxBoys Adrift by Dr. Leonard SaxGirls on the Edge by Dr. Leonard SaxThe Magician's Nephew by C.S. Lewis

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From the Archives! Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Kurt Nagel: What do you preach at Easter Sunday Mass? Who is showing up for Mass these days? Fr. Kurt Nagel references insights from the book, The Collapse of Parenting: How We Hurt Our Kids When We Treat Them Like Grown-Ups by Leonard Sax, MD, PhD.

Why are so many young men today struggling to find motivation, failing to launch, and feeling disconnected from adulthood?In this episode, Joshua dives deep into the groundbreaking research of Leonard Sax, MD, PhD, and his book Boys Adrift. He explores the five factors driving the growing epidemic of unmotivated boys and underachieving young men—and more importantly, what we as parents can do to fix it.In this episode, Joshua discusses:The "Failure to Launch" Phenomenon: Why the transition to adulthood is getting harder for the modern male.The 5 Factors: A breakdown of how changes in education, video games, medications, environmental toxins, and the lack of male role models are impacting our sons.Reclaiming Masculinity: How to foster a sense of purpose, responsibility, and drive in boys.Practical Parenting Tips: Actionable steps you can take today to help your son build the resilience he needs to thrive.If you've noticed your son spending more time in virtual worlds than the real one, or if you're worried about his lack of ambition, this episode is for you. Let's talk about how to raise boys who are excited to become men.Timestamps:0:00 - Introduction: The Crisis Facing Boys04:15 - Factor 1: Changes in Schooling & Education10:30 - Factor 2: The Impact of Video Games16:45 - Factor 3: ADHD Medications & Over-prescription22:10 - Factor 4: Environmental Toxins28:30 - Factor 5: The Loss of Positive Male Mentorship34:00 - Solutions: How to Help Your Son Find Purpose38:15 - Closing ThoughtsResources Mentioned:Boys Adrift by Leonard Sax, MD, PhDJoin the Conversation:What is the biggest challenge you're facing while raising your son? Let me know in the comments below!Subscribe to The Practical Dad for more deep dives into parenting, leadership, and raising the next generation.

Leland Vittert, American journalist and anchor for NewsNation, joins Allie to discuss his book "Born Lucky: A Dedicated Father, a Grateful Son, and My Journey with Autism." Through the interview, Leland discusses his secret diagnoses with autism as a child while his parents rejected accommodations and taught him to conquer adversity head-on. From relentless bullying throughout school to Middle East war zones and network news, Leland credits his dad's “adapt to the world” philosophy for his success. Heart-wrenching, hope-filled stories prove that hardship forges character, tough parental love yields resilient adults, and God redeems every struggle. Buy Leland's book "Born Lucky: A Dedicated Father, a Grateful Son, and My Journey with Autism" here: ⁠https://a.co/d/f0dba1y⁠ Buy Allie's book "Toxic Empathy: How Progressives Exploit Christian Compassion": ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.toxicempathy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ --- Timecodes: (00:00) Intro (02:50) Nicknamed "Lucky" (08:30) Growing Up with Differences (13:45) Hands Off Approach Parenting (19:50) What Makes a Great Teacher (24:50) Journalism Career (29:40) Working in the Middle East (36:40) Learning Through Adversity (42:30) Current State of Journalism --- Today's Sponsors: Dwell Bible: Head to ⁠dwellbible.com/allie⁠ to get started today and get 25% off an annual subscription or 50% off a lifetime subscription.  The Wholesome Company: Go to ⁠wholesomeisbetter.com⁠ and use discount code ALLIE at checkout for 20% off your order.  --- Episodes you might like:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Ep 1278 | Former FDA Official Unveils Pharma's Shocking Lies About Depression | Dr. Josef Witt-Doerring ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/relatable-with-allie-beth-stuckey/id1359249098?i=1000741051536⁠ Ep 1273 | Autism Fraud, Islamic Corruption & a Crucial Tennessee Election ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/relatable-with-allie-beth-stuckey/id1359249098?i=1000739184571⁠ Ep 1123 | Why Boys Are Failing Kindergarten | Guest: Dr. Leonard Sax ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-1123-why-boys-are-failing-kindergarten-guest-dr/id1359249098?i=1000684140603⁠ --- Buy Allie's book "You're Not Enough (and That's Okay): Escaping the Toxic Culture of Self-Love": ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.alliebethstuckey.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Relatable merchandise: Use promo code ALLIE10 for a discount: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://shop.blazemedia.com/collections/allie-stuckey⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hour 1 for 12/9/25 Doug Hinderer joined the show to talk about financial secrets in marriage (5:52) Later on, Dr. Leonard Sax discussed the coddling of Gen Z and how to fix that. (27:04) Callers share their thoughts about Education and the schooling system. (44:00) Resources: https://www.leonardsax.com/ Happymarriageforlife.com

In part one of the 500th episode, Andrew Pudewa and Julie Walker reflect on the history and growth of the Arts of Language podcast. They share lighthearted stories about podcast listening habits and discuss how far the podcast has come since its early days. The conversation turns to memorable episodes, such as interviews with Andrew’s son about the hidden strengths of dyslexia, guest appearances from Dr. Leonard Sax and Dr. Carol Swain, and discussions of books like How to Think like Shakespeare. Go to Part 2. (available 10/23/25) Go to Part 3. (available 10/24/25) Referenced Materials Episode 54: What Are We Really Doing Here? Part 1 Episode 197: While Andrew's Away – Living with Dyslexia—An Interview with Chris Pudewa, Part 1 Episode R07: Why Gender Matters – An Interview with Dr. Leonard Sax Episode 398: Think like Shakespeare, Part 1 Episode 382: Announcing IEW’s Partnership with Hillsdale College! Episode 481: Writing across the Curriculum with Dr. O’Toole Amber O’Neal Johnston Heidi St. John MomStrong 365 A Daily Devotional to Encourage and Empower Everyday Moms The Read-Aloud Family by Sarah Mackenzie Episode R05: Are You a Part of a "Read-Aloud Family"? A Conversation with Sarah Mackenzie Episode 435: Becoming Homeschoolers with Monica Swanson Episode 282: A Visit with Dr. Carol Swain† Episode 264: The Benefits of Mastery Education Episode 299: The Profound Power of Poetry Episode 283: A Bookish Discussion, Part 1 Episode 272: The Different Stages of Learning Episode 273: Culture, Curriculum, and Care, Part 1 Episode 281: Talking about the Intangibles Episode 296: Impacting English Language Learners with Structure and Style Episode 288: Reaching the Reluctant Writer, Part 1 Episode 293: Process versus Product Episode 294: Writing across the Curriculum Episode 269: The Mighty Pen – Teaching Students to Change the World through Language Episode 311: Optimizing Instruction for Boys and Girls Episode 306: Speaking of Spelling Episode 305: Homeschool 101, An Interview with Sam Sorbo Episode 447: Alternative Learning with Jennifer Mauser Episode 478: What’s in Your Audible Account? Soul School by Amber O’Neal Johnston Twelve Days of Christmas Giving Episode 261: When Technology in Education Makes Sense Transcript of Podcast Episode 500 Part 1 If you have questions for Andrew, send them to podcast@IEW.com Perhaps your question will be answered at the next Ask Andrew Anything (AAA). If you have questions about IEW products or classes, contact customer service at 800.856.5815 or info@IEW.com

In this week's episode, we sit down with two of our favorite Twos—Heather Flener and Sherman Bucher—for a conversation full of warmth, laughter, and self-awareness. These two embody the best of what it means to be “The Helper,” and their stories bring the Enneagram Two to life in such relatable ways. Heather and Sherman share how their caring hearts show up in parenting, friendships, and everyday life—and how that same deep empathy can sometimes make it hard to step back and care for themselves. We loved hearing them talk about learning to set boundaries, finding rest, and practicing the kind of self-care that allows them to keep loving well without burning out. From stories about childhood moments of “helping” to reflections on parenting as a Two, this conversation is full of insight and encouragement for anyone who gives a lot to others. And in true Two fashion, they even close things out by describing their ideal meal—small, intimate gatherings where connection is rich and laughter is easy. It's a tender, joy-filled conversation that will make you want to call the helper in your life and say thank you. Book referenced in the episode: Girls on the Edge and Boys Adrift by Leonard Sax . . . . . .  ⁠Owen Learns He Has What it Takes: A Lesson in Resilience⁠ ⁠Lucy Learns to Be Brave: A Lesson in Courage⁠⁠ Sign up to receive the⁠ bi-⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠monthly newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to keep up to date with where David and Sissy are speaking, where they are taco'ing, PLUS conversation starters for you and your family to share! Connect with David, Sissy, and Melissa at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠raisingboysandgirls.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ . . . . . .  If you would like to partner with Raising Boys and Girls as a podcast sponsor, fill out our⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Advertise With Us⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ form. A special thank you to our sponsors: QUINCE: Go to ⁠Quince.com/rbg⁠ for free shipping on your order and three hundred and sixty-five -day returns. THRIVE MARKET: Head over to ⁠ThriveMarket.com/rbg⁠ to get 30% off your first order and a FREE $60 gift.  NIV APPLICATION BIBLE: Save an additional 10% on any NIV Application Bible and NIV Application Commentary Resources by visiting faithgateway.com/nivab and using promo code RBG. BOLL & BRANCH: Get 15% off plus free shipping on your first set of sheets at Bollandbranch.com/rbg⁠. Exclusions apply. KA'CHAVA: Go to Ka'Chava and use code RBG for 15% off your next order.  OUR PLACE: Stop cooking with toxic cookware, and upgrade to Our Place today. Visit fromourplace.com/RBG and use code RBG for 10% off site wide. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Dr. Leonard Sax, physician, psychologist, and bestselling author of Boys Adrift and Girls on the Edge, to unpack one of today's most pressing parenting challenges: why are boys increasingly unmotivated while girls are more anxious than ever?Drawing on decades of research and his experience visiting hundreds of schools worldwide, Dr. Sax explores the cultural, educational, and digital factors shaping our children's development. He reveals the five key causes behind boys' growing disengagement, the hidden pressures driving girls toward anxiety and perfectionism, and most importantly, what parents can do to reverse these trends.From video games and school systems to family dynamics and faith, this conversation offers evidence-based insights and actionable steps to help you raise resilient, motivated, and grounded children in a rapidly changing world.You'll get to know:Why boys are “adrift” and what parents can do to reawaken their drive.How to protect girls from the rising epidemic of anxiety and self-doubt.Practical, research-backed strategies to nurture confidence, balance, and purpose in your kids.If you've ever wondered how to raise strong, focused, and spiritually centered children in today's distracted age, this episode is for you.Get inside Art of Raising Muslims: https://www.raisingmuslims.com/art

Note: This is the second of a two-part interview. Dr. Leonard Sax talks with Kirk Avery and Dan Peterson about recognizing the innate differences between boys and girls when making educational and parenting choices.

Dr. Leonard Sax talks with Kirk Avery and Dan Peterson about recognizing the innate differences between boys and girls when making educational and parenting choices.

Citing the latest and most thorough scientific research, Dr. Leonard Sax discusses the differences between the four major parenting styles and compares them based on their proven outcomes. One of them takes the lead in mental wellness, security, attachment, health, and happiness. What are the benefits of gentle parenting compared to authoritarian, neglectful, and authoritative and which one has the best impact on children and future adults? Dr. Sax explains in this insightful podcast. Dr. Leonard Sax graduated in three years from MIT and went on to obtain his MD and PhD simultaneously from University of Penn. Since 1990, he has provided care for children and adults in a family practice outside Washington, D.C. He has spent more than two decades visiting over 500 schools to research the causes of American adolescent's decline in academic performance and social-emotional well-being. He has put his gifts at the service of young people, families, and schools. [He has spent over 20 years visiting schools around the country and world to determine what is behind the unique American adolescent challenges he has encountered in his practice. For the past 20 years, Dr. Sax has lead workshops, authored books, and given keynotes to address the conclusions of his research. He has been a guest on countless national and international media sources, including the TODAY Show (five times), CNN (three times), Headline News, PBS, Fox News (four times), NPR's Weekend Edition, and the BBC. His books include Girls on the Edge, Boys Adrift, Why Gender Matters, and The Collapse of Parenting, a New York Times bestseller.

Hour 2 for 9/3/25 Drew and Helen prayed the Chaplet of Divine Mercy (1:00). Then, Dr. Leonard Sax joined Drew to discuss raising masculine boys (27:12), what if someone didn't have a masculine upbringing (40:19), and pornography (45:13). Link: https://www.leonardsax.com/ Original Air Date: 6/3/25

Hour 1 for 8/15/25 Drew welcomed Ambassador Joseph Cella to discuss the Trump-Putin Meeting (11:31). Then, Dr. Leonard Sax covered smartphones and parenting (29:54), virtue (37:00), and parent smartphone use (38:16). Link: Dr. Sax's book: https://a.co/d/e3JZtgL

Hour 3 for 8/11/25 Drew and Dr. Leonard Sax continued their conversation about the controversial Illinois law mandating mental health screening in public schools (1:00). Callers: my child needed meds (2:36), would changing diet help? (8:00), and I shutter to think that the Board of Education is running this program (9:41). Then, Deacon Chris Kabat joined Drew to discuss retirement (16:29). Callers: I have $88k saved; what should I do? (25:54), where should I start investing (28:22), and pension taxes (34:04). They also discussed social security and the best states to retire in (40:08). Link: https://www.leonardsax.com/ https://guadalupeshrine.org/

Hour 2 for 8/11/25 Drew and Brooke prayed the Chaplet of Divine Mercy (1:00). Then, Dr. Leonard Sax joined Drew to discuss the new Illinois law mandating mental health screenings (27:22) and if this will lead to more prescriptions (31:12). Callers: I can see the concerns with over-medicating (35:43), caller: taking parenting from parents (39:16), caller: could this reflect gun access? (40:36), caller: behavioral issues with nephews (42:56), caller: as a kid, I was on med (47:51). Link: https://www.leonardsax.com/

It is our pleasure to welcome, Dr. Leonard Sax back for the second time to The Hamilton Review Podcast! In this episode, Dr. Sax discusses his compelling, NYT Bestselling book, "The Collapse of Parenting: How We Hurt Our Kids When We Treat Them Like Grown-Ups." ​Parents are failing to prioritize the parent-child relationship above all other relationships. The result is children who have no absolute standard of right and wrong, who lack discipline, and who look to their peers and the Internet for direction, instead of looking to their parents. Dr. Sax shares his critical advice on how to be the parents we need to be. Dr. Leonard Sax MD PhD attended public schools in Shaker Heights Ohio from kindergarten through grade 12. He enrolled in the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in Cambridge Massachusetts in the fall of 1977; he graduated Phi Beta Kappa from MIT in January 1980, at the age of 19. He then went on to the University of Pennsylvania, where he earned both a PhD in psychology, and an MD. He did a three-year residency in family medicine in Lancaster Pennsylvania.  Dr. Sax has been continuously certified by the American Board of Family Medicine since 1989.    How to contact Dr. Leonard Sax:   Dr. Leonard Sax official website     How to contact Dr. Bob: Dr. Bob on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChztMVtPCLJkiXvv7H5tpDQ Dr. Bob on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drroberthamilton/ Dr. Bob on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bob.hamilton.1656 Dr. Bob's Seven Secrets Of The Newborn website: https://7secretsofthenewborn.com/ Dr. Bob's website: https://roberthamiltonmd.com/ Pacific Ocean Pediatrics: http://www.pacificoceanpediatrics.com/    

Based on the book by Dr. Leonard Sax “Boys Adrift”, this episode explores Dr. Leonard Sax's research on the crisis facing young men—and what parents can do to turn the tide.--The PursueGOD Family podcast helps you think biblically about marriage and parenting. Join Bryan and Tracy Dwyer on Wednesday mornings for new topics every week or two. Find resources to talk about these episodes at pursueGOD.org/family.Help others go "full circle" as a follower of Jesus through our 12-week Pursuit series.Click here to learn more about how to use these resources at home, with a small group, or in a one-on-one discipleship relationship.Got questions or want to leave a note? Email us at podcast@pursueGOD.org.Donate Now --Based on the book “Boys Adrift” by Dr. Leonard Sax Dr. Leonard Sax, a family physician and psychologist, has spent decades researching a troubling cultural trend: boys in America are becoming increasingly apathetic, while girls continue to thrive. College enrollment numbers are down, motivation is plummeting, and a growing number of boys seem to be disengaging from real life. What's going on?A Look at the NumbersCollege statistics reflect the shift. In 2023, men made up only 42% of students aged 18–24 in four-year colleges, down from 47% in 2011. Women were 9 percentage points more likely to be enrolled in college than men in 2022. And when boys do go to college, they are less likely than girls to graduate.Brain Development and Early EducationBrain development plays a role, too. Girls' brains mature faster than boys', especially in areas related to sensory integration and self-regulation. This biological reality clashes with today's academic environment, where even kindergarten demands early reading and writing skills—before many boys are ready.5 Key Factors Behind the CrisisAccording to Dr. Sax, several powerful cultural shifts over the last 40 years are affecting boys in ways that parents and educators can no longer ignore. Dr. Sax identifies five key factors that are contributing to this downward spiral:1. Early Education Isn't Built for BoysKindergarten used to be a place for creativity and play. Now, it focuses on reading, writing, and sitting still for long periods—an environment where many boys struggle. Instead of adapting the system, society too often labels boys with ADHD. The CDC reports that over 11% of children aged 5–17 have been diagnosed with ADHD, often as a result of mismatched expectations rather than true disorder.2. Video Games Offer an Addictive EscapeMany boys say school is boring and can't wait to get home to their video games. These games offer fast-paced stimulation and constant action—but research shows they also increase risky behavior, diminish empathy, and disconnect boys from real-life goals.3. Overuse of ADHD MedicationsStimulant medications like Adderall and Ritalin can alter motivation and personality by impacting brain receptors. Dr. Sax recommends non-stimulant alternatives like Strattera or Wellbutrin, warning that reliance on the wrong medications may do more harm than good.4. Chemical Hormone DisruptionModern plastics and water contaminants act as endocrine disruptors, mimicking estrogen in the body. This not only affects puberty and hormone development in boys but may also contribute to rising ADHD rates and declining motivation.5. Lack of Strong Role ModelsFrom sitcoms to social media, positive portrayals of fatherhood and masculinity have disappeared. Instead...

In this timely episode of Raising Fatherless Kids, Lori sits down with Dr. Leonard Sax—author, psychologist, and family physician—for a conversation every mom needs to hear. Drawing from his book Why Gender Matters, Dr. Sax presents groundbreaking research on the biological differences between boys and girls and how those truths can guide moms as they respond to children experiencing gender confusion.This episode equips single and widowed mothers with wisdom, scientific insight, and biblical truth to lovingly and confidently affirm the identity God has given their children.Key Topics:Stanford's research on male and female brain structureHow to respond when your child questions their genderBiblical perspective on male and female identity (Genesis 1:27)Resources:Related Podcast:Intentional Mothering: Parenting Insights with Dr. Leonard Sax (Part One) Podcast Episode 170Books and Articles by Dr. Leonard Sax:Why Gender MattersThe Collapse of ParentingHow Common is Intersex?How Common Is Intersex? And Why Does It Matter?Subscribe to Raising Fatherless Kids and share this episode with a friend walking through hard questions about God's goodness.Connect with Perspective Ministries: https://perspectiveministries.org

Send us a Text Message and suggest a topic or guest!Technology and screens have infiltrated every corner of our lives, raising the crucial question of whether we're managing our tech or it's managing us. We explore practical strategies to help families develop healthy tech habits without losing their sanity.• Dr. Leonard Sax identifies loss of parental authority around technology as a major factor in declining child well-being -- see Episode #100, #118, and #124 for more from Dr. Sax and check out his book, The Collapse of Parenting.• Joey Odom, co-founder of Aro, advocates creating sacred spaces and times where phones are put away• Five practical strategies for healthier tech habits• Weekly family huddles provide natural opportunities to discuss tech habits and make adjustmentsVisit our shop for the Tame the Tech digital bundle and printables including a Cell Phone Contract and helpful screen time checklists! The Thriving Family Accelerator provides an easy, 3-step process to lower stress, parent as a united team, and enjoy a true friendship with your spouse & relationship with your kids. Sign up now for this live parent coaching with proven methods for positively engaging your family and redistributing the mental load.

In this thought-provoking second part of the conversation with Dr. Leonard Sax, Lori Apon dives deeper into important challenges facing single and widowed moms raising children without fathers: overdiagnosis, unnecessary medication, and the critical role of sleep and structure.Dr. Sax, a renowned family physician, psychologist, and author of The Collapse of Parenting, Boys Adrift, and Girls on the Edge, sheds light on cultural trends in the United States that lead to children—especially boys—being quickly labeled and medicated for behavior that may actually stem from poor sleep or lack of structure.Lori and Dr. Sax explore:Why ADHD is often misdiagnosed in American children, and the alarming trend of prescribing medication as a first resortWhy developing self-control in children is more predictive of success than school gradesThe vital distinction between normal behavior and behavior influenced by griefDr. Sax offers practical advice and encouragement to moms, emphasizing that children thrive when parents provide clear rules, consistent boundaries, and compassionate leadership.The Collapse of Parenting – Dr. Leonard SaxBoys Adrift – Dr. Leonard SaxGirls on the Edge:  Why So Many Girls Are Anxious, Wired, and Obsessed and What Parents Can Do – Dr. Leonard SaxEpisode Part One: The Collapse of Parenting – Why Authority MattersHelpful Resources:For more information and helpful resources, check our website, PerspectiveMinistries.org & follow us on Instagram @PerspectiveMinistries.

Hour 3 for 6/27/25 Drew is joined by Dr. John Bergsma as he talks about the age of the Dead Sea Scrolls (10:50), AI being used in unlocking other secrets (22:10) and producer Gavin Listro converting through the work of Dr. Bergsma (1:52) In the 2nd half of the hour, Dr. Leonard Sax discusses why those under 30 are experiencing unhappiness in greater numbers. Resources: https://www.johnbergsma.com/ https://www.leonardsax.com/

In this powerful first part of a multi-episode series, Lori Apon sits down with renowned author and family physician Dr. Leonard Sax to discuss the essential role of parental authority, intentionality, and connection in the lives of children, especially for single and widowed mothers. Drawing from his book The Collapse of Parenting, Dr. Sax challenges cultural trends and encourages moms to reclaim their God-given leadership in the home.Key Topics Discussed:Why children need parental attachment over peer attachmentThe medicalization of misbehavior and the overuse of psychiatric labelsA biblicalBiblical Perspective on Proverbs 22:6 and Deuteronomy 6Notable Quotes:“Parenting only works if parents exercise authority.” – Dr. Leonard Sax “You've greatly improved the odds if you train up your child in the way they should go.” “Chisel these words into the hearts of your children.” (Deuteronomy 6:7)Other Resources:The Collapse of Parenting by Dr. Leonard SaxWhy Gender Matters by Dr. Leonard Sax (to be featured in a future episode)Time Around the Table Podcast Episode 100 with Christina Brummel and Kayla WhittinghillFor more information and helpful resources, check our website, PerspectiveMinistries.org & follow us on Instagram @PerspectiveMinistries.

From 2007- Dr. Leonard Sax, author of "Boys Adrift: The Five Factors Driving the Growing Epidemic of Unmotivated Boys and Underachieving Men."

Hour 2 for 6/3/25 Drew and Helen prayed the Chaplet of Divine Mercy (1:00). Then, Dr. Leonard Sax joined Drew to discuss raising masculine boys (27:12), what if someone didn't have a masculine upbringing (40:19), and pornography (45:13). Link: https://www.leonardsax.com/

In this gripping episode of The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast, Dr. Leonard Sax—family physician, psychologist, and bestselling author—explains how American culture has quietly dismantled the foundation of effective parenting. From the normalization of disrespect to the overreliance on screens, Dr. Sax outlines the subtle but powerful shifts that have led to rising anxiety, plummeting resilience, and widespread disconnection in today's youth. He warns against the illusion of safety that keeps kids indoors, over-scheduled, and emotionally underprepared—and calls on parents to reclaim their authority and their role in shaping a better, stronger future for their children. With stories from his decades of clinical work and global school visits, Dr. Sax brings clarity to a chaotic landscape. He offers an urgent but hopeful message: it's not too late to course-correct. Real change begins when we limit toxic cultural inputs, reestablish parent-child attachment, allow kids to face real-world risk, and redefine what success truly means. This is a must-listen for any parent who feels alone, overwhelmed, or unsure of how to raise strong, joyful, unfragile kids in an increasingly fragile world. ** Learn more about Dr. Sax and all he has to offer here Get your copy of The Collapse of Parenting here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From the Archives! Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Kurt Nagel: What do you preach at Easter Sunday Mass? Who is showing up for Mass these days? Fr. Kurt Nagel references insights from the book, The Collapse of Parenting: How We Hurt Our Kids When We Treat Them Like Grown-Ups by Leonard Sax, MD, PhD.

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Modern parenting experts are saying some pretty bizarre things. Is it truly good for children to get a sense that they're not in charge? Or does parental authority somehow limit their freedom of expression? Is the chief aim of parenting to create a "safe" environment for our kids? Should we force our kids to create their own version of good and evil? We answer these questions and more on today's podcast. On this episode, we talk about: 0:00 Intro 0:45 How does authority interact with children? 1:41 Dr. Becky Talks Authority 11:55 Gabor Mate on 3 Modes of Parenting 20:10 The Issue With Parenting As An American 24:27 The Collapse of Parenting 31:24 Feeling-Driven Parenting 34:21 Parenting Prosperity Gospel? Follow Family Teams: Facebook: https://facebook.com/famteams Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/familyteams Website: https://www.familyteams.com Resources Mentioned: Dr. Becky Reel: https://www.instagram.com/p/DDj6bW4u2ts/ Gabor Mate Reel: https://www.instagram.com/p/DES_PqEoYv9/ Dr. Leonard Sax on Andrew Klavan: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S6BFgkdIcy0 Adam Lane Smith Clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GrSuMeck9hI Family Revision by Jeremy Pryor: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B082YHJ62F --- Hi, welcome to the Family Teams podcast! Our goal here is to help your family become a multigenerational team on mission by providing you with Biblically rooted concepts, tools and rhythms! Your hosts are Jeremy Pryor and Jefferson Bethke. Make sure to subscribe on Apple, Spotify, or YouTube so you don't miss out on future episodes!

Send us a textRaising children in today's world is not easy, but as Catholic parents, we are called to raise holy, virtuous kids who are prepared to stand firm in their faith. In this episode, we share insights from Saint Theophan the Recluse and Dr. Leonard Sax on parenting with purpose, discipline, and faith.As parents of eight children (including our newborn, Louis!

Are you concerned about the rising levels of anxiety and depression in today's youth? In this Habits and Hustle podcast episode, I dive deep into this pressing issue with renowned psychologist and author Dr. Leonard Sax. We discuss the growth of a "culture of disrespect," exacerbated by the pervasive influence of social media, and the importance of conscientious parenting - both loving and strict - to produce the best outcomes. We also dive into issues such as the over-prescription of ADHD medication, the misdiagnosis of normal childhood behaviors as pathological, and the role of permissive parenting in the childhood obesity epidemic.  Dr. Leonard Sax MD PhD is a highly educated and experienced physician, psychologist, and author. He attended MIT and the University of Pennsylvania, earning a PhD in psychology and an MD. Dr. Sax ran a primary care medical practice in Maryland from 1990 to 2008, and since 2001, he has been visiting schools and speaking to parents about child and adolescent development. He has written four books on the subject, including the New York Times bestseller "The Collapse of Parenting," and has spoken in numerous countries and appeared on various media outlets. What We Discuss: (00:07) The Collapse of Parenting (13:04) Influences on Parenting Decisions (19:33) Parental Authority vs Discipline (25:52) Parenting in the Age of Normophobia (40:55) Prioritizing Self-Control Over GPA and Medication (48:31) The ADHD Medication Epidemic (01:02:12) Empowering Parents to Decide Family Meals …and more! Thank you to our sponsors: AquaTru: Get 20% off any purifier at aquatru.com with code HUSTLE Therasage: Head over to therasage.com and use code Be Bold for 15% off  TruNiagen: Head over to truniagen.com and use code HUSTLE20 to get $20 off any purchase over $100. Magic Mind: Head over to www.magicmind.com/jen and use code Jen at checkout. BiOptimizers: Want to try Magnesium Breakthrough? Go to https://bioptimizers.com/jennifercohen and use promo code JC10 at checkout to save 10% off your purchase. Timeline Nutrition: Get 10% off your first order at timeline.com/cohen Air Doctor: Go to airdoctorpro.com and use promo code HUSTLE for up to $300 off and a 3-year warranty on air purifiers.    Find more from Jen:  Website: https://www.jennifercohen.com/ Instagram: @therealjencohen   Books: https://www.jennifercohen.com/books Speaking: https://www.jennifercohen.com/speaking-engagement Find more from Leonard Sax MD PhD: Website: https://www.leonardsax.com/  Book: The Collapse of Parenting

Dr. Leonard Sax MD PhD graduated Phi Beta Kappa from MIT in January 1980, at the age of 19. He then went on to the University of Pennsylvania, where he earned both a PhD in psychology, and an MD. He did a three-year residency in family medicine in Lancaster Pennsylvania. Dr. Sax has been continuously certified by the American Board of Family Medicine since 1989.Dr. Sax has spoken on issues of child and adolescent development not only in the United States but also around the world. He has appeared on the TODAY Show, CNN, National Public Radio, PBS, Fox News, Fox Business, the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation, the British Broadcasting Corporation, the Australian Broadcasting Corporation, New Zealand Television, and many other national and international media.Dr. Sax lives with his wife and daughter in Chester County, Pennsylvania, where he also sees patients. He continues to lead workshops for teachers, parents, juvenile justice professionals, communities of faith, corporations, physicians, psychologists, social workers, and other professionals who work with children and teenagers.Website - https://www.leonardsax.com/Leonard Sax' books: - “The Collapse of Parenting” - https://amzn.to/4jghdlA- “Girls On the Edge” - https://amzn.to/3PFdhNA- “Boys Adrift” - https://amzn.to/40pT17A- “Why Gender Matters” - https://amzn.to/42gwhK5Mentioned during podcast:- “Hunt, Gather, Parent” by Michaeleen Doucleff - https://amzn.to/3PI13ns

Today, we sit down with Dr. Leonard Sax, family physician and author, to discuss the effects of social media on children and what the upcoming TikTok ban means for our young people. He gives us some insight into the dangers that modern entertainment and the shifting American culture pose to children. We also talk about how bad gentle parenting is for children and how to actually enforce boundaries with kids. And what really are the differences between raising boys and girls, and what does this mean for early childhood schooling? Buy Dr. Sax' latest book, “The Collapse of Parenting: How We Hurt Our Kids When We Treat Them Like Grown-Ups”: https://a.co/d/iKcUeLn Buy Allie's new book, "Toxic Empathy: How Progressives Exploit Christian Compassion": https://a.co/d/4COtBxy --- Timecodes: (01:32) Dr. Leonard Sax Introduction (02:02) TikTok ban (09:27) Modern American culture harming kids (25:50) Changing values & respect of elders (30:28) Permissive vs. gentle parenting  (41:08) How to discipline children (46:40) Differences in parenting boys and girls (52:15) Boys vs. girls in education ---   Today's Sponsors: We Heart Nutrition — Get 20% off women's vitamins with We Heart Nutrition, where 10% of every purchase supports pregnancy care centers; use code ALLIE at https://www.WeHeartNutrition.com. Good Ranchers — Go to GoodRanchers.com and use code ALLIE at checkout to claim $25 off, free express shipping, and your choice of FREE ground beef, chicken, or salmon in every order for an entire year. EveryLife — The only premium baby brand that is unapologetically pro-life. EveryLife offers high-performing, supremely soft diapers and wipes that protect and celebrate every precious life. Head to EveryLife.com and use promo code ALLIE10 to get 10% of your first order today! America's Christian Credit Union — Switch to America's Christian Credit Union today for faith-aligned banking with exceptional rates and nationwide access. ACCU will donate a box of EveryLife diapers to a Christian pregnancy resource center for every new member who opens a checking account before January 31st, and pay a $100 bonus to a new account when you sign up with code "ALLIE". Visit https://www.americaschristiancu.com/allie to get started! --- Related Episodes: Ep 963 | The Dangers of Gentle Parenting, SEL & Empathy | Guest: Abigail Shrier https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-963-the-dangers-of-gentle-parenting-sel-empathy/id1359249098?i=1000648254377 ---   Buy Allie's book, You're Not Enough (& That's Okay): Escaping the Toxic Culture of Self-Love: https://alliebethstuckey.com/book Relatable merchandise – use promo code 'ALLIE10' for a discount: https://shop.blazemedia.com/collections/allie-stuckey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hour 1 for 1/6/25 Daniel Turner joined Drew to discuss Biden's newest offshore drilling restrictions (13:28). Then, Dr. Leonard Sax discussed what if Gen Z doesn't grow up? (30:02), men wanting comfort, not hard work (35:46), kids who can't afford to live on their own (44:56), and individualism (49:04). Links: https://www.leonardsax.com/ Dr. Sax' book https://a.co/d/0uUB3lx

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Megyn Kelly is joined by Candice DeLong, host of "Killer Psyche," to talk about the shocking new details about the Ivy League-educated man Luigi Mangione accused of killing the healthcare CEO, whether the young man could have suffered a psychotic break, the bizarre outburst he had in front of the cameras ahead of a court hearing, and more. Then Dr. Leonard Sax, author of "The Collapse of Parenting," joins to discuss the societal issues at the core of what's wrong with young men and boys in America, the disturbing new details we're learning about the CEO killer and whether he may have "snapped," the major mistake parents are making by limiting family time, the dangers of social media for kids, why American parents are allowing too much time with friends and devices, the alarming trend of parents treating their children like adults, why this hinders a child's ability to develop crucial life skills, the rise of soft and "gentle" parenting and its unintended consequences, how the shift ends up enabling a generation of rude and disrespectful kids, James Carville going off on young Democratic staffers, the troubling rise of "normophobia" - the fear or disdain among teens of being seen as "normal," how social media and the broader cultural climate has made being anxious a goal, the truth about gender and kids declaring themselves "trans," and more.DeLong- https://www.treefort.fm/series/killer-psycheSax- https://www.leonardsax.com/Join the millions of others who are already benefiting from these powerful, bite-sized lessons. Go to https://l.prageru.com/419fE2m and sign up for free today.Firecracker Farm: Get yours today at https://Firecracker.Farm/Done with Debt: https://www.DoneWithDebt.com/My Patriot Supply: https://PreparewithMegyn.comFollow The Megyn Kelly Show on all social platforms:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/MegynKellyTwitter: http://Twitter.com/MegynKellyShowInstagram: http://Instagram.com/MegynKellyShowFacebook: http://Facebook.com/MegynKellyShow Find out more information at: https://www.devilmaycaremedia.com/megynkellyshow

Adversity and tragedy are one-two punches that often break a human being right down to the very core of her/his being, especially when he/she is young.Luke Storey describes how he survived his addictions and a cult meant to “reform” him, then found his way to healing through the process of surrender this week on Spirit Gym.Learn more about Luke, browse his favorite products and listen to his podcast, The Life Stylist Podcast With Luke Storey, on his website. Check him out on social media via Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, Telegram and Rumble.Sign up for your Spirit Gym podcast membership so you can access members-only extended versions of the podcast along with exclusive Q&A opportunities with Paul. Timestamps3:45 “In the case of my parents, what they didn't know, they didn't know.”9:05 Craving a warm blanket of safety but not knowing how to get that from people, Luke turned to drugs.18:02 Do you create chaos for yourself every day?23:13 Developing the witness-observer perspective.28:54 Be present for the feminine storm.36:20 Luke becomes a participant in the cult-like troubled teen industry.42:32 There were survivors, not graduates or alumni of Luke's days at the Rocky Mountain Academy.50:08 Can there be “good” brainwashing?1:00:13 The contagious nature of trauma.1:15:47 Is our society disempowering men?1:26:37 Creating micro-communities.1:32:18 “We have an opportunity to change the trajectory of the collective.”Resources The work of Plotinus, Dr. Leonard Sax and Steven TylerThe Sacred Art of Listening by Kay LindahlFreedom of Mind: Helping Loved Ones Leave Controlling People, Cults and Beliefs by Steven HassanCEDUSynanonFind more resources for this episode on our website.Music Credit: Meet Your Heroes (444Hz) by Brave as BearsAll Rights Reserved MusicFit Records 2024Thanks to our awesome sponsors:PaleovalleyBiOptimizers US and BiOptimizers UK PAUL10Organifi CHEK20Wild PasturesWe may earn commissions from qualifying purchases using affiliate links.

Hour 3 for 12/10/24 Doug Hinderer joined the show to talk about financial secrets in marriage (5:20) Later on, Dr. Leonard Sax discussed the coddling of Gen Z and how to fix that. (32:14) Callers share their thoughts about Education and the schooling system. (44:27) Resources: https://www.leonardsax.com/

Leonard Sax MD PhD, author of "The Collapse of Parenting," joins us to discuss how gentle parenting and American popular culture are creating a generation of overly anxious children. - - -  Today's Sponsor: PreBorn! - Help save babies from abortion: https://www.preborn.com/Klavan

In the ​latest installment of the ongoing interview series with contributing editor Mark Bauerlein, Leonard Sax joins in to discuss his new book, “The Collapse of Parenting: How We Hurt Our Kids When We Treat Them Like Grown-Ups.” Intro music by Jack Bauerlein.

In the ​latest installment of the ongoing interview series with contributing editor Mark Bauerlein, Leonard Sax joins in to discuss his new book, “The Collapse of Parenting: How We Hurt Our Kids When We Treat Them Like Grown-Ups.” Intro music by Jack Bauerlein.

Did you know to be a healthy adult male requires a lot of structure, accountability, feedback and quality play time?Mike Salemi makes his long-awaited return to the podcast to share what's he's learned about being a good man, husband and a father, a path made so much easier by the lessons he learned from his own father, this week on Spirit Gym.Learn more about Mike's work at his website where you can find out about his Kettlebell and Bulgarian Bag programs and his eight-week Path to Inspired Action coaching program for men. Find out more about Mike's upcoming Men of Movement Mount Shasta retreat in October here.Listen to Mike's podcast, The Path, on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to them. Check out Mike on social media via Instagram, TikTok and YouTube. Sign up for our Spirit Gym podcast membership, so you can access members-only extended versions of the podcast along with exclusive Q&A opportunities with Paul.Timestamps7:45 The initiation to adulthood and exploring unknown territory.10:39 How Mike learned to be a man through the actions of his father, an immigrant from Sicily.14:50 Critical qualities in the development of boys into men.20:06 Working with barbells at age 14 with a team of men transformed Mike's life.31:11 Men crave structure, accountability and feedback.55:37 “I'm realizing in fatherhood that presence is currency.”1:00:50 Ruthless responsibility and accountability.1:05:52 What Mike's wife, Lauren, has taught him the value of play.1:14:07 Get in the pool!ResourcesPaul's previous Living 4D conversations with Mike Salemi in Episodes 32 and 118The work of Leonard Sax, Krasimir Dunev and Sir Robert McCarrison, The HierophantThe Soul of Discipline by Kim John PayneSwitch: How to Change Things When Change is Hard by Chip and Dan HeathFind more resources for this episode on our website.Thanks to our awesome sponsors:PaleovalleyBiOptimizers US and BiOptimizers UK PAUL10Organifi CHEK20Wild PasturesCHEK Academy Open House We may earn commissions from qualifying purchases using affiliate links.