The Gentle Year
Parenting is both universal and deeply personal. The Gentle Year is a podcast from Turning The Tide Tutoring, created to give parents a space to share their experiences, challenges, and triumphs from all around the world.
Hosted by Knikki Hernandez, The Gentle Year explores real stories of raising children — from discipline and detachment to resilience, love, and loss. Each conversation invites honesty, curiosity, and compassion, reminding us that there is no single “right” way to parent, but there are countless ways to grow together.
Whether you’re a new parent, seasoned caregiver, or simply curious about the many shapes family life can take, this podcast offers connection, perspective, and gentle encouragement for the journey.
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The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed on The Gentle Year podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Turning the Tide Tutoring. The content provided is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice in any form.
Listeners are encouraged to use their own judgment and seek appropriate professional guidance when necessary. By listening to this podcast, you agree that neither the host nor Turning the Tide Tutoring is responsible for any decisions made based on what you hear.
The Gentle Year
Not Black Enough, Not White Enough: Navigating Faith, Fatherhood, and Autism | David Fowler
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Join the conversation beyond the episode inside The Gentle Year Facebook community — a thoughtful space for parents seeking clarity, encouragement, and real dialogue.
In this moving conversation, host Knikki Hernandez sits down with David Fowler, a teacher, father of three, and husband in a biracial marriage, to talk about the beauty and challenges of raising a child with autism. David opens up about learning to parent the kids he never expected to have, what faith looks like when life doesn’t go as planned, and the realities of navigating the public school system as both an educator and a parent.
They also dive into the complexities of biracial identity, how culture shapes belonging, and what it means to be “not Black enough” or “not White enough” in today’s world. This episode is an honest, heartfelt look at fatherhood, faith, and family in modern America.
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