Good Inside with Dr. Becky
Good Inside
Join clinical psychologist and mom of three Dr. Becky Kennedy on her weekly podcast, as she takes on tough parenting questions and delivers actionable guidance—all in short episodes, because we know time is hard to find as a parent. Her breakthrough approach has enabled thousands of people to get more comfortable in discomfort, make repairs after mistakes, and always see the good inside. You'll gain the tools to embody your authority while developing a stronger parent-child connection, helping you become the parent you want to be and helping your child develop the skills necessary for life success.
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Apr 7, 2026 • 30min
What’s Really Going On: Why Screens Never Satisfy Kids
Michaeleen Doucleff, science journalist and author of Dopamine Kids, explains how dopamine drives craving, not pleasure. She shows why screens act like magnets that never fully satisfy. The conversation covers engineered engagement, the post-screen crash, and practical swaps—small, lasting changes to help kids feel more regulated and fulfilled.
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Mar 31, 2026 • 34min
It’s Not You. It’s Perimenopause.
Mary Claire Haver, a board-certified OB-GYN and menopause educator, breaks down perimenopause in clear, relatable terms. They discuss chaotic hormonal swings, why symptoms are often missed by medicine, and how mood, sleep, and cognition can change. Practical next steps and when to seek menopause-informed care are highlighted.
43 snips
Mar 24, 2026 • 38min
Is It True? If I Don’t Punish, I’m Permissive (with Myleik Teele)
Myleik Teele, entrepreneur and media founder known for candid talks about career and parenting, reflects on discipline, safety, and connection. She and Dr. Becky examine why punishment feels satisfying, how power and race shape parental choices, and ways to hold firm boundaries without harshness. They offer practical approaches for preventing meltdowns and fostering same-team leadership.
25 snips
Mar 17, 2026 • 17min
A Tween Parenting Shift for the AI Era (Introducing The In-Between Years)
Dr. Sheryl Ziegler, a clinical psychologist who supports tweens, teens, and families, guides parents through today’s tech-driven adolescence. She names the core fears around AI and reframes parenting challenges. Short conversations cover joining your child’s curiosity, modeling human-first problem solving, and simple family agreements for using AI.
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Mar 10, 2026 • 33min
My Number One Job as a Parent Is Not to Make You Happy
Parents explore why saying no is hard and how to pick battles without losing connection. The conversation separates validating emotions from giving in and offers short phrases to hold limits. Topics include building parental sturdiness, promoting kid competence, protecting your own needs, and a simple script to express love while keeping boundaries.
47 snips
Mar 3, 2026 • 40min
What We Learn About Love Before We’re 10 (How We're Raised with Will Guidara)
Will Guidara, restaurateur and author known for Eleven Madison Park and Unreasonable Hospitality, reflects on how being deeply seen as a child shaped his work and parenting. He talks about presence over performance. He shares how small rituals, playful hospitality at home, and choosing to hold rather than fix create lasting connection.
46 snips
Feb 24, 2026 • 41min
When Food Feels Scary: Eating Disorders in Kids & Teens (Early Signs & What Helps)
Dr. Erin Parks, a clinical psychologist and Equip Health Chief Clinical Officer who treats teens and families, talks about early signs of disordered eating and when “healthy” becomes restrictive. She discusses perfectionism, control, how diet culture shows up at home, family-based approaches to take back meal-time control, and practical steps parents can use without shaming. Reassuring and action-focused.
97 snips
Feb 19, 2026 • 24min
80% of Parents Feel Like This. Let’s Talk About Why.
New data shows many parents feel invisible as caregiving crowds out their own needs. The conversation highlights the constant mental load of invisible tasks and pervasive guilt about rest. Sleep loss and night panic get explored as drivers of overwhelm. Practical calming tools and a visible reminder about rest are offered to normalize self-care and model it for children.
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Feb 17, 2026 • 30min
Russell Wilson: Beyond the Scoreboard
Russell Wilson, Super Bowl champion and leader known for faith and community work, reflects on mindset, discipline, and parenting. He discusses early family expectations, process-focused thinking, tailoring guidance to each child, and blending competition with sportsmanship. Short, practical stories and rituals highlight how routines and language shape identity and resilience.
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Feb 12, 2026 • 38min
Jordan Chiles: More Than a Moment
Jordan Chiles, two-time Olympic medalist and world-class gymnast known for power and leadership, talks identity beyond performance. She recalls the Tokyo setback, stepping up under pressure, and how college and family helped separate self from sport. They discuss mindset, recovery, and the small rituals that rebuild confidence.
