Unexpected Advice
This lively podcast allows us to learn interesting insights from interesting people - but not the in the way you would expect. Every single guest, whether highly accomplished or just wildly interesting, shares a life lesson, a piece of advice, or a passion they've gotten really good at that the rest of the world needs to know about. It’s a fun way for you to learn something interesting about your fellow humans.
Unexpected Advice
Parenting Advice from a Prosecutor
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What does a prosecutor know about parenting?
More than you might think.
In this episode of Unexpected Advice, Esther Angell sits down with Nicholas Thurman, a seasoned prosecutor, public servant, and father of three, to talk about the surprisingly transferable lessons between the courtroom and raising kids.
From discipline and consequences to independence, integrity, and breaking generational cycles, Nick shares how being intentional (not perfect) has shaped his approach to parenting. Together, they explore tough topics like discipline, values-based decision-making, confidence, empathy, and what it really means to “raise adults, not just kids.”
In this candid conversation they cover:
- Why consequences matter (and how to make them meaningful)
- How to break generational patterns without losing what worked
- The role of faith, integrity, and empathy in raising resilient kids
- Letting children fail with confidence
- Why parenting shouldn’t be accidental
Whether you’re a parent, future parent, leader, or someone navigating responsibility for others, this episode offers perspective you might not expect, but might really need.
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