11. Mara Madrigal-Weiss helps with H.U.G.S., When to Pull Over, and Becoming Our Own Role Model
Release Date: 05/22/2024
36. Navigating the Digital Landscape with Common Sense Media | Jill Murphy
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This week we’re joined by Jill Murphy, Chief Content Officer at Common Sense Media, and self-proclaimed Golden Girls superfan. Jill has been at the forefront of media literacy since 2005, helping families navigate everything from streaming shows and video games, to social media apps and classroom tech. We talk about raising kids in a world of YouTube, iPads, and AI, how to build real connection through co-viewing, and how media can be a meaningful part of family life when approached with curiosity and care. Connect with Common Sense Media: Website: Instagram: 🎥 Watch This...
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35. Grief, Prevention, and the Power of Connection | Nicole Hockley
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Nicole Hockley, co-founder and co-CEO of Sandy Hook Promise, joins us to talk about grief, prevention, and what it really means to protect our kids. Since losing her son Dylan in the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting, Nicole has transformed unimaginable pain into a national movement rooted in connection, compassion, and action. Drawing from her experience leading one of the most impactful violence prevention organizations in the country, Nicole shares what she’s learned about trauma-informed school safety, the importance of early intervention, and how small acts of care can save...
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34. Helping Kids Thrive in the Face of Crisis | Anya Kamenetz
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Journalist and author Anya Kamenetz joins us to talk about what it means to raise thriving kids in a changing world. Drawing from her bestselling book The Stolen Year: How COVID Changed Children’s Lives, and Where We Go Now and her Substack The Golden Hour, Anya shares what she’s learned from reporting on screen time, trauma, and climate anxiety, and how her own values shifted in the wake of the pandemic. Connect with Anya Kamenetz Substack: Website: Anya’s Books: Instagram: 🎥 Watch This Helps YouTube: ! 🔗 Stay connected with the podcast!...
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33. Dr. Anna Malaika Tubbs on Patriarchy, Power, and Storytelling as Resistance
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New York Times bestselling author Dr. Anna Malaika Tubbs joins us to talk about the power of storytelling, the roots of American patriarchy, who gets erased from history, and why. Drawing from her bestselling book The Three Mothers: How the Mothers of Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X, and James Baldwin Shaped a Nation and her forthcoming release Erased: What American Patriarchy Has Hidden from Us, Anna shares how cultural memory is shaped, why some voices are silenced, and how reclaiming lost narratives can challenge systems of power and create space for something new. ...
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32. How Teachers Change Lives: A Conversation with Dr. John B. King, Jr.
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Dr. John B. King Jr., Chancellor of the State University of New York (SUNY), former U.S. Secretary of Education, and lifelong advocate for students, joins Marlon to talk about mentorship, the power of authentic connection, and the role teachers play in shaping lives. Drawing from his new book, Teacher by Teacher, King shares personal stories, reflections on education policy, and why supporting educators is key to inspiring hope and resilience in young people. Purchase 🎥 Watch This Helps YouTube: ! 🔗 Stay connected with the podcast! Instagram: For...
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31. Empowering Change in Youth Mental Health Systems with Alex Briscoe
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Alex Briscoe is the Principal of Public Works Alliance, a nonprofit consultancy that seeks to expand school-based mental health services, strengthen the behavioral health workforce, and advance equity-driven policy reform. A longtime mental health advocate, Alex joins us to talk about his journey to PWA, youth mental health, and how we can better support the well-being of young people. 🔗 Public Works Alliance: 🎥 Watch This Helps YouTube: ! 🔗 Stay connected with the podcast! Instagram: For business: [email protected] 🔗 Stay connected...
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30. Merve Lapus on Raising Kids in a Digital World
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Merve Lapus is the Vice President of Education Outreach and Engagement at Common Sense Media. He joins Marlon and Hannah to explore the challenges of raising kids in a digital world. They dive into screen time, social media, and the digital experiences shaping today’s youth, offering insights on how families can take a values-driven approach while fostering confidence and connection. Connect with Common Sense Media: Website: Instagram: More from Merve:Website: Instagram: 🎥 Watch This Helps YouTube: ! 🔗 Stay connected with the podcast!...
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29. Graham Wiseman on Turning Pain Into Purpose
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Graham Wiseman is the co-founder and CEO of BeingWellCA, an organization dedicated to improving youth mental health. After losing his son to suicide, he became a passionate advocate, leading initiatives like California's mental health awareness license plate campaign to spark conversations and reduce stigma around mental health. BeingwellCA: Mental Health License Plate: 🎥 Watch This Helps YouTube: ! 🔗 Stay connected with the podcast! Instagram: For business: [email protected] 🔗 Stay connected with the podcast host, Marlon...
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28. Mending Matters: How MariaEsther Izquierdo-Hemmen is Changing Young Lives
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In this episode of This Helps, MariaEsther Izquierdo-Hemmen, CEO & Co-Founder of Mending Matters, shares her journey of grit and perseverance. She opens up about her personal experiences and how they fuel her mission to expand accessible, youth-driven mental health services—creating real, lasting change for young people. Learn more about Mending Matters: 🎥 Watch This Helps YouTube: ! 🔗 Stay connected with the podcast! Instagram: For business: [email protected] 🔗 Stay connected with the podcast host, Marlon Morgan, Founder & CEO...
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27. Chris Gethard and Laughing Together: Connection Through Comedy
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In this episode of This Helps, Marlon and Hannah sit down with comedian, actor, and writer Chris Gethard and Britney Stone, Senior Director of Outreach and Engagement at Wellness Together. They dive into Laughing Together, a Wellness Together program that sends comedians into schools to lead improv workshops designed to help students connect, communicate, and build confidence. Chris and Britney share some amazing stories of students finding confidence, overcoming social anxiety and isolation, and building real connections through comedy—proving just how powerful laughter can be for...
info_outlineMara is the Executive Director of Student Wellness and School Culture for the San Diego County Office of Education. She is also the designee of the State Superintendent of Public Instruction, she serves as a Commissioner on the Mental Health Services Oversight Accountability Commission (MHSOAC). Her tenure as Chair of the Commission for the past three years is a testament to her ability to drive change and significantly impact the field of mental health.
Mara has been promoting student mental health and wellness for over 20 years. She passionately advocates for all things life and wellness-enhancing for students and staff. She is authentic and sincere and appreciates laughter and kindness above all else.
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🌎 Wellness Together’s international event is proud to continue partnering with the California Department of Education, as they sponsor the student and educator mental wellness track, with participation from the U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Office of the Surgeon General, and state offices of education across the U.S.
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WELLNESS EDUCATION LAB™ (WEL) is practical and empowering online mental health training. Each module offers three different versions for three unique audiences: students (13+), parents/guardians, and educators/school staff. Parents/guardians modules are also available in Spanish.
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A national 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation providing mental health services for students (K-12 and University), families, and educators on campus and online. Our mission is to deliver mental health support & programming to advance mental health awareness, advocacy, and access for everyone.
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