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“Beyond Risk and Back” is a beacon of hope for parents grappling with the most harrowing challenges of teen parenting. This distinguished podcast, ranking in the top 3% of parenting podcasts globally, serves as an essential resource for mothers, fathers, and caregivers who are on the brink, of dealing with teenagers facing severe issues such as addiction, mental health crises, and the dangers of trafficking. Target Audience: The core listeners are parents—80% mothers—whose teenagers are not just at risk but are in the throes of life-threatening struggles. From dealing with the aftermath of suicide attempts and overdoses to battling the grip of addiction and the scars of abuse, the audience of “Beyond Risk and Back” seeks solace, understanding, and effective strategies to pull their children back from the edge. Content and Format: With over 275 compelling episodes, the podcast features a blend of expert insights and moving personal stories of recovery and resilience. Each episode spotlights survivors of the ”four A’s”—Addiction, Abuse, Assault, and Abandonment—offering their raw, unfiltered experiences to listeners as proof that a turnaround is within reach. Host Profile: The show is anchored by a veteran parent coach with 25 years of experience, who has also established and managed the most successful treatment center for teens in the U.S. for 15 years. His deep expertise provides listeners with tactics to navigate every conceivable family crisis. Scope of Topics: “Beyond Risk and Back” delves into provocative and urgent issues that today’s teens face daily. The range of topics is exhaustive—from the reality of active shooter drills and suicide to the complexities of teen sexuality and the dark world of trafficking. The podcast does not shy away from the gritty truths of video game addiction, pornography, drug abuse, self-harm, and personality disorders, ensuring that there is wisdom and guidance for every parent’s struggle. Mission: The mission is clear: to equip parents with the knowledge and tools to keep their teens alive and guide them toward a healthier future. For the seasoned audience members or those newly seeking guidance, “Beyond Risk and Back” is more than a podcast—it’s a community and a lifeline for parents in the most trying times.
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Friday Nov 26, 2021
Actually, your teen IS reading.
Friday Nov 26, 2021
Friday Nov 26, 2021
Dr. Brassel is known as the Jim Carrey of reading. Danny Brassell is America's Leading Reading Ambassador...who grew up hating reading.
- Do kids read more or less now?
- How do you get teens who don't read...to LOVE reading?
- Does the internet count?
"Captain Underpants is the gateway drug to Shakespeare."
Since 1996, Danny has taught at California State University. A tenured professor in the Teacher Education Department, he works with beginning teachers and administrators. He has taught courses in educational theory, reading, second language acquisition, and multiculturalism, and his popular live televised courses consistently earn raves from students and casual viewers alike for content presented in a “fun, meaningful and memorable” way. Danny helped coordinate alternative teaching credential programs that served over 4,000 teachers in 150 schools throughout 14 school districts serving over 400,000 students in the Los Angeles area. In addition, Danny taught international students English as a Second Language at the American Language Institute at the University of Southern California for a number of years, and he served as the founding director of Loyola Marymount University’s MA program partnership with Teach for America. Before teaching at the university level, Danny was a teacher and tutor to pre-K – grade 12 students.
Learn about him here: https://education.dannybrassell.com/about/
and thereadinghabit.com
and https://readbetterin67steps.com/
or on Amazon...he's authored 16 books.