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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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.
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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.
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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.
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Feb 10, 2026 • 35min
Tony Finau: Staying in the Swing
Tony Finau, a multi-win PGA Tour pro and first player of Tongan and Samoan descent on Tour, shares how scarcity shaped his grit and calm. He talks about the walk between shots, repairing mistakes, and balancing golf with focused, phone-free parenting. Short rituals and presence keep him grounded.
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Feb 5, 2026 • 42min
Sanya Richards-Ross: Running & Reinvention
Sanya Richards-Ross, four-time Olympic gold medalist and former elite 400m runner, reflects on mindset, resilience, and life after sport. She discusses identity after the finish line, navigating injury and loss, and translating elite-performance habits into motherhood and community. The conversation highlights reinvention, mental skills, and the hidden struggles behind public triumphs.
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Feb 3, 2026 • 22min
Do I Have a DFK?
Explore why some kids have lightning-fast, long-lasting meltdowns and what makes them uniquely sensitive. Hear a clear definition of a Deeply Feeling Kid and the common signs like sudden zero-to-60 reactions, intense physicalness, and trouble with surprises. Learn how to assess whether your child fits the pattern and what hope and tailored approaches can do for emotional growth.
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Jan 27, 2026 • 48min
Screens without Shame: Jonathan Haidt and Catherine Price
Catherine Price, journalist and author of How to Break Up With Your Phone, offers practical strategies to reclaim attention. Jonathan Haidt, social psychologist and author of The Anxious Generation, explores youth mental health and tech’s harms. They discuss phones as attention traps, why systems beat willpower, morning habits that hand attention to algorithms, and simple family rules to restore presence and independence.
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Jan 20, 2026 • 44min
Parenting Is Leadership with Simon Sinek
Simon Sinek, a renowned author and speaker on leadership, joins Dr. Becky to discuss the surprising parallels between parenting and leading teams. They explore the power of asking questions like "Tell me more" to foster connection and engagement at home and work. Simon emphasizes the importance of feedback cultures, encouraging leaders and parents to initiate repairs to build trust. He also highlights how visibility enhances relationships, urging listeners to embrace lifelong learning in both parenting and leadership.
