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Season 4

Nov. 4, 2024

Episode 175: Thanksgiving to New Year: Connecting Gratitude, Faith, a…

Send us a text Download your free copy of “Donation Bingo: Giving to Kids in Need” here: https://www.imperfectheroes.net/resources In this episode, DJ dives into the importance of cultivating gratitude in young children and h...

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Oct. 28, 2024

Episode 174: Brave Parents Needed. Standing Up For Your Child’s Educa…

Send us a text In this episode, DJ explores Critical Race Theory (CRT) in education. As parents, it’s essential to understand what our children are being taught, especially when it impacts their self-image and how they view o...

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Oct. 21, 2024

Episode 173: Bravery Begins at Home: Parenting Tips to Teach Children…

Send us a text In this episode, DJ sits down with guest Dinalynn Rosenbush to discuss the role parents play in teaching children bravery. DJ and Dinalynn dive into practical strategies for fostering courage in kids, starting...

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Oct. 14, 2024

Episode 172: Bravery in Parenting: Helping Your Child Face Life’s To…

Send us a text In this episode, DJ chats with Dana Diaz about the bravery it takes to parent through tough circumstances. Listen in as Dana shares her journey of raising her son while navigating a challenging marriage affecte...

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Oct. 7, 2024

Episode 171: Raising Everyday Heroes: How to Foster Bravery in Childr…

Send us a text In this episode, DJ explores the critical role bravery plays in a child's development and why our society needs courageous individuals more than ever. Bravery isn’t about being fearless—it’s about recognizing f...

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Sept. 30, 2024

Episode 170: Parenting with Self-Awareness and Self-Discipline: Ryann…

Send us a text In this episode, DJ sits down with Ryann Watkin, a passionate speaker, educator, wife, and mother of three, to explore how self-discipline plays a critical role in shaping compassionate, emotionally healthy fam...

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Sept. 23, 2024

Episode 169: Early Lessons in Self-Discipline: A First-Time Father’s …

Send us a text In this special episode of Imperfect Heroes: Insights into Parenting , DJ Stutz sits down with Wolfgang Bennion, a young, first-time father who's just beginning his parenting journey. Wolfgang, a recent history...

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Sept. 16, 2024

Episode 168: From Bedtime Battles to Family Meetings: Raising Discipl…

Send us a text In this episode, host DJ Stutz is joined by Missy Yandow, a pediatric sleep consultant and potty training coach, for an insightful conversation about the crucial role of self-discipline in parenting. Together, ...

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Sept. 9, 2024

Episode 167:Parenting with Purpose: The Ultimate Guide to Self-Discip…

Send us a text Listen in as DJ and Jeff Nelligan, a dad and author, discuss the importance of self-discipline in children. He emphasizes the role of routine, such as using a big calendar to manage daily tasks, and the …

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Sept. 2, 2024

Episode 166: 5 Amazing Strategies to Build Self-Discipline in Your Ki…

Send us a text If you’re looking for effective ways to raise responsible, confident, and well-behaved children, this episode is packed with valuable information. In this episode, DJ dives into the essential skill of teaching ...

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Aug. 26, 2024

Episode 165: Teaching Kids to use Kindness as they Resolve Conflicts …

Send us a Text Message. Vote for the Imperfect Heroes Podcast: https://womeninpodcasting.net/imperfect-heroes-insights-into-parenting/ In this episode, DJ Stutz is joined by Kat Newport as they explore the critical topic of t...

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Aug. 19, 2024

Episode 164: Teaching Children Empathy and Perspective-Taking in Earl…

Send us a Text Message. In this episode, we continue our exploration of nurturing kindness in both words and actions within families and children. Join DJ Stutz and special guest Courtney Hart as they delve into the critical ...

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Aug. 12, 2024

Episode 163: From Playroom to Real Life: Teaching Kindness Through Ev…

Send us a Text Message. Join DJ and her guest, Mariela De Santiago as they discuss the importance of teaching kindness and embracing diversity in early childhood. Listen in as they talk about the significance of modeling kind...

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Aug. 5, 2024

Episode 162: The Evolution of Kindness: From Baby Steps to Big Hearte…

Send us a Text Message. Join DJ Stutz in this episode as she delves into the importance of teaching children kindness and empathy, exploring the progression of how these values develop over time. Listen in as DJ emphasizes t...

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July 29, 2024

Episode 161: Nutrition, Nuts, and Poop: A Dive into Kids' Health with…

Send us a Text Message. In this episode, DJ and guest Christian Yordanov discuss the importance of nutrition in supporting children's health, particularly for those with autism. Listen in as they talk about the need to identi...

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July 23, 2024

Parent Perspectives: DJ and Roque Share the Joy of Taking Risks in Li…

Send us a Text Message. In this episode, DJ and special guest, Rachel “Roque” Stutz (DJ’s daughter) are discussing the various types of risks that parents and children encounter, including physical, emotional, and social risk...

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July 15, 2024

Episode 159: This Kind of Fear is Learned with Dinalynn Rosenbush

Send us a Text Message. Join DJ and special guest Dinalynn Rosenbush in this insightful episode as they delve into the importance of creating a supportive environment that encourages children to take calculated risks and deve...

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July 8, 2024

Episode 158: The Risks You and Your Child Must Take with Brittany Lin…

Send us a Text Message. This podcast episode highlights the importance of taking risks in parenting children with unique needs, particularly in terms of finding joy in the process and building a supportive community. In the e...

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July 1, 2024

Episode 157: From Climbing Trees to Making Friends: The Value of Risk…

Send us a Text Message. In this solo episode, DJ explores the importance of unstructured playtime for children and taking calculated risks for their growth and development. In the segment, DJ highlights the benefits of risk-t...

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June 24, 2024

Episode 156: When Joy is Contagious with Anastasia Aruz

Send us a Text Message. In this episode, DJ and guest Anastasia Aruz talk about the importance of finding joy and playfulness in everyday moments with children, while also identifying and nurturing their interests and passion...

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June 17, 2024

Episode 155: A Time to Be Joyful with Emily Guarnotta

Send us a Text Message. In this episode, DJ and special guest Emily Guarnotta discuss strategies for parents to find joy in their daily lives and raise joyful children. Tune in to hear them emphasize the importance of priorit...

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June 10, 2024

REPLAY: Life is Better With Teeth with Dr. Ted Bennion

Send us a Text Message. In this episode REPLAY from season one, DJ dives into the often challenging world of oral care for kids with Dr. Ted Bennion. Join in as they explore how parents can make a significant impact …

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June 3, 2024

Episode 153: Awakening Joy in Our Children

Send us a Text Message. In this episode, DJ discusses the importance of introducing joy to young children to help them develop a happier life. Listen in as host DJ Stutz talks about the significance of modeling joyful behavio...

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May 27, 2024

Episode 152: Stop the Whining and Manipulation. Persevere!!

Send us a Text Message. This podcast episode focuses on the theme of perseverance, wrapping up a four-part series on the subject. In the segment, DJ discusses the importance of perseverance for both parents and children, emph...

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