The Non-Obvious Show · Episode 68
Why You Should Let People Yell At Your Kids
with Marina Lopes
In This Episode
Marina Lopes, a Brazilian American journalist, shares insights from her global research on parenting practices. Learn how international insights can transform American parenting and community support systems, emphasizing practical strategies to build a nurturing environment for raising children.
Key Takeaways
- The importance of community support in parenting
- Cultural differences in parenting practices
- Strategies to build a supportive village
- The role of government and policy in family support
- Involving fathers and redistributing caregiving responsibilities
What We Cover
- 00:00The Importance of Learning Through Practice
- 01:19Cultural Insights on Parenting
- 03:28The Loneliness of American Parenting
- 04:48The Need for Community in Parenting
- 07:45Cultural Changes in Parenting Roles
- 09:38Learning Through Failure: Dads in Charge
- 12:37The Role of Mothers in Parenting Dynamics
- 14:48The Breaking Point of Parenting Support
- 16:45The Need for Policy Change
- 17:41Redefining Family and Community Responsibilities
- 19:49Cultural Practices in Parenting
- 22:37Building Community Support
- 24:25Integrating Global Parenting Practices
- 27:18Creating Visible Community Spaces
About The Guest
Marina Lopes
Journalist; author of Please Yell at My Kids
Marina Lopes is a journalist and the author of Please Yell at My Kids, a book about how other cultures raise children in community. She covered Brazil for the Washington Post and Mozambique for Reuters, and reports on caregiving, motherhood and gender.
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