Parent Coaches Unleashed
Parent Coaches Unleashed is a podcast that dives deep into the unspoken realities of parenting. Hosted by life coaches Carrie Wiesenfeld and Jessica Anger, this show is an unfiltered, no-holds-barred exploration of the joys, challenges, and everything in between that comes with raising children.
Whether you're a new parent feeling overwhelmed, a teacher seeking insights, or a grandparent navigating your role, this podcast offers a community where your experiences are acknowledged and discussed. We tackle the topics that others shy away from, from the daily struggles to the profound moments that shape our parenting journeys.
Where no topics are taboo or off limits. Join us as we let loose and discuss the real, raw feelings about parenting.
Episodes
74 episodes
My Son is Gay: A Mom's Journey of Growth and Acceptance
SummaryIn this heartfelt episode, Carrie Wiesenfeld and Jessica Anger sit down with Roxanne Ziegler to hear her inspiring journey as a mother of a gay son. Roxanne shares the early signs she noticed, the candid conversations they ...
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Season 2
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Episode 46
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39:16
Parenting Our Parents: Are You Prepared?
SummaryIn this episode of Parent Coaches Unleashed, Jessica Anger and Carrie Wiesenfeld explore the complex and often emotional journey of "parenting your parents," focusing on the caregiving responsibilities that arise a...
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Season 2
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Episode 45
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44:51
Unconventional Support for Grief: A Conversation with Medium, Linda Heithaus
In this deeply reflective episode, hosts Carrie Wiesenfeld and Jessica Anger explore alternative avenues of comfort and healing for those grieving the loss of a loved one. Joined by professional medium Linda Heithaus, the conversation centers a...
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Season 2
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Episode 45
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49:42
Sharenting and Other Social Media Findings
In this episode of Parent Coaches Unleashed, hosts Carrie Wiesenfeld and Jessica Anger examine one of the most relevant issues in contemporary parenting: “sharenting.” The term refers to the practice of parents sharing photograp...
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Season 2
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Episode 44
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24:12
Generational Parenting: A Conversation with Drs. Leslie and Jessica Isaacs
SummaryParenting never stands still—and neither do the conversations around it. In this episode of Parent Coaches Unleashed, hosts Carrie Wiesenfeld and Jessica Anger welcome special guests Dr. Leslie Isaacs and Dr. Jessica ...
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Season 2
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Episode 43
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1:02:26
The "S" Word: A Direct Conversation About Struggle, Support, Suicide, and Safety
TRIGGER WARNING FOR SUICIDE AND SUICIDE IDEATION SummaryIn this heartfelt episode of Parent Coaches Unleashed, Carrie Wiesenfeld and Jessica Anger tackle the deeply sensitive topic of suicide and sui...
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Season 2
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Episode 42
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19:54
When the Nest Goes Quiet: Your Young Adult Children Stop Calling
SummaryIn this episode, Carrie Wiesenfeld and Jessica Anger discuss the evolving dynamics of communication between parents and their young adult children. They explore the challenges parents face when their children become m...
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Season 2
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Episode 41
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27:09
A Lifelong Journey: Raising a Neurodivergent Child with Jane Kaufman
SummaryIn this episode of Parent Coaches Unleashed, hosts Jessica Anger and Carrie Wiesenfeld welcome Jane Kaufman, a mother of two young adults, one of whom is neurodivergent. The conversation explores Jane's journey navigating t...
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Season 2
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Episode 40
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1:09:07
Letters From Our Listeners: College Choices and Dating
SummaryCarrie and Jessica wouldn't be here without their listeners and this episode is proof of that. In this episode of Parent Coaches Unleashed, hosts Carrie Wiesenfeld and Jessica Anger engage with listener questions about pare...
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Season 2
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Episode 39
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31:08
Fan Favorite: Prepping for the Middle School Bus
Carrie and Jessica discuss how Jessica and her husband prepared their oldest child for what she might "hear" on the middle school bus. A quick, fun, raw and unedited conversation.
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15:16
Career Coaching for the Next Generation with Peri Ginsberg
SummaryIn this episode of Parent Coaches Unleashed, Jessica Anger and Carrie Wiesenfeld discuss the challenges young adults face in the job market with career coach Peri Ginsberg. They explore the role of family in job sea...
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Season 2
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Episode 38
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58:06
On Their Own...Sort Of
Summary Is it Supporting or Enabling to Help Your Adult Child Live "Independently"?In this episode, Jessica Anger and Carrie Wiesenfeld discuss the complexities of supporting adult children post-college. They explore t...
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Season 2
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Episode 37
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31:14
Navigating Substance Abuse: Signs, Challenges, Treatment, Recovery with Keesha Scott
summaryIn this episode of Parent Coaches Unleashed, hosts Jessica Anger and Carrie Wiesenfeld discuss the complexities of substance use among adolescents with expert Keesha Scott. They explore the misconceptions surroundin...
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Season 2
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Episode 36
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44:55
Navigating Mental Health as Parents: Carrie's Personal Journey
SummaryIn this episode of Parent Coaches Unleashed, Jessica Anger and Carrie Wiesenfeld discuss the complexities of parenting children with mental health challenges. They explore the stigma surrounding mental health, the i...
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47:24
Evolving Together: Forward-Thinking Parenting for Emerging Adults with Kim Muench
Kim Muench, a Certified Parent Coach and founder of Real Life Parent Guide, helps parents of emerging adults improve communication and set boundaries. A mother of five, Kim coaches with compassion, clarity, and zero judgment, empowering ...
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Episode 35
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58:48
Setting your child up for success at camp (and life)!
In today's episode, Carrie hosts young adult camp administrators Evie Merkur and Jill Carroll. In our discussion we tackle topics that camp administrators and counselors handle on a daily basis with regards to both camper and parent behavior. T...
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Season 2
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Episode 34
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23:37
College Applications: Are You Ready?
Stephanie Ordet, an Aventura resident and founder of SO College Ready LLC, holds a B.B.A in Finance from Emory University. For five years, she has guided students through college applications. Previously, she was a Project Manager at Acc...
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Episode 33
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48:54
What to Expect 17 Years After Expecting
SummaryWe've all read it, it was our first parenting book, "What to Expect While Expecting". Carrie and Jessica explore what it would like like to see that book written seventeen years later. It is a humorous, light conversation l...
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Season 2
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Episode 33
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19:13
All You Need to Know About the Sandwich Generation (From a Legal Standpoint)
Alan Rosenthal leads the firm's Estate and Trust Administration group, offering empathetic guidance in lifetime planning and estate settlement, including tax matters. With over 20 years of experience in wealth preservation, he advises in...
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Episode 32
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37:05
Letters From Our Listeners
SummaryIn this episode of Parent Coaches Unleashed, Carrie and Jessica dive into two heartfelt letters from real parents facing tough moments with their teens. One parent shares concerns about their 15-year-old daughter w...
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Season 2
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Episode 31
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24:57
Understanding Trauma: What Every Parent Needs to Know
Kim Andron helps people navigate life transitions and loss. She works with individuals, families, and couples dealing with anxiety, trauma, illness, relationship issues, and other challenges. By fostering resilience and using varied stra...
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35:31
Navigating Parenting Perspectives
summaryIn this episode of Parent Coaches Unleashed, Carrie and Jessica explore the complexities of parenting, focusing on differing perspectives on curfews, the importance of communication, and the impact of technology on ...
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Season 2
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Episode 31
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38:45
Show Me The Money: Talking to Your Kids About Finances
Abbey Henderson, CEO, Wealth Advisor & Coach at Abaris Financial Group, connects resources with aspirations to help clients realize their objectives and establish lasting legacies. Her background includes degrees from Dartmouth, Bost...
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Season 2
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Episode 30
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37:15
Welcome Home-ish: Navigating Summer with Your College-Aged Kids
summarySummer is here, and so are your college-aged kids—back from campus life and crashing into your living room. In this lighthearted and relatable episode, Carrie and Jessica talk about what happens when young adults retu...
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Season 2
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Episode 29
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36:27
The Art of Reinventing Yourself (As a Mom)
In this special one-year anniversary episode of Parent Coaches Unleashed, Carrie & Jessica dive deep into the journeys of moms who have reinvented themselves after years of parenting. With Mother’s Day around the corner, the episode shines ...
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Episode 28
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1:03:11