Mindshift: Transforming Perspectives on Parenting & Education
Mindshift isn't just another education podcast – it's your go-to guide for revolutionary perspectives on raising, teaching, and empowering the next generation. Join hosts Dr. Christopher Villarreal and Dr. Deb Anderson as they tackle real challenges facing families and educators today, bringing you straight talk from experts who've been in the trenches. Whether you're a parent navigating screen time, a teacher seeking fresh strategies, or anyone invested in youth success, Mindshift delivers the aha moments you've been searching for. Because sometimes the best solution starts with a shift in perspective.
Podcasting since 2025 • 46 episodes
Mindshift: Transforming Perspectives on Parenting & Education
Latest Episodes
What Are the Warning Signs of an Eating Disorder? A Psychologist's Guide
Everybody Eats, Everybody Has a Body: A Conversation About Eating DisordersEating disorders affect far more people than most of us realize, and the warning signs can be easy to miss. In this episode, hosts Dr. Christopher Villarre...
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Season 2
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Episode 26
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15:45
Is My Child Being Bullied? How to Spot It and What to Do
What "Bullying" Really Means and What to Do About It"Bullying is just a part of life and you just have to deal with it." That's what people told Dr. Patricia Newman 25 years ago when she started the Respect Organization. She didn'...
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Season 2
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Episode 25
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15:37
Is Less Homework Bad for Learning? What Teachers Want Parents to Know
Let Kids Be Kids: Rethinking What Supports Learning at Home"Their brain should hurt at the end of the day — that's how hard we're pushing them in the classroom." If you've ever wondered whether your child's lighter homework load m...
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Season 2
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Episode 24
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15:33
How to Raise Kids with Positive Body Image: A Therapist's Guide
Healthy at Every Size: Raising Kids with Positive Body ImageBy age six, most children have already formed strong opinions about what they'd like to change about their bodies. In this episode of Mindshift, hosts Dr. Chri...
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Season 2
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Episode 23
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15:36
Is It Normal for Siblings to Drift Apart? What Parents Need to Know
Beyond Best Friends: The Truth About Sibling RelationshipsThey used to be inseparable. Now they can't be in the same room. Sound familiar? In this honest conversation, hosts Christopher Villarreal and Deb Anderson sit down wit...
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Season 2
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Episode 22
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15:35