The Resilient Parenting Podcast
Sponsored by The Idaho Children's Trust Fund
The Resilient Parenting Podcast tackles challenges facing ANYONE in a parenting role. Every family is different. The Resilient Parenting Podcast explores the unique strengths of every child, family and community. Join Ken Bass, long-time radio personality and Michelle Bass, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) as they interview professionals in the field, and folks with lived experience. Building parental resiliency and hope by creating a supportive, healing, and learning community.
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Episodes
72 episodes
YOU'VE GOT THIS! with Amanda Mills
Join Ken and Michelle as they are visited by special guest Amanda Mills from the Idaho AEYC (Association for the Education of Young Children). Amanda talks about their new and FREE initiatives: You've Got This! and
The Crying Baby Plan with Sherry Iverson
All babies cry, some more than others. Crying is a baby’s language. When babies cry, they may be lonely, scared, tired or they may cry for reasons we can’t figure out.The Crying Plan is an tool for parents to help them manage their cryin...
Healing is a Lifelong Journey with Advocate Karey Perkins
Join Ken and Michelle as they chat with Karey Perkins. Karey Perkins is a dedicated community advocate, parent leader, and mental health champion based in Idaho. Alongside her husband Eddie, she is raising a large, blended, and multigenerationa...
"No one Should Have to Fight to Exist" -Advocating for Change with Terry Scraggins
This episode Ken and Michelle are joined by Terry Scraggins, LMSW. Terry holds a Master of Social Work from Boise State University and is a Licensed Master Social Worker in the State of Idaho. They earned both their Bachelor's degree (2020) and...
Giraffe Laugh with Executive Director, Lori Fascilla
Join Ken and Michelle as they visit Lori Fascilla, Executive Director of Giraffe Laugh. Giraffe Laugh is a local nonprofit that provides early childhood education and nurturing to 170 Treasure Valley children annually by ensuring school readine...
Strengthening Families with Maggie Thompson, Director of Programs at Family Advocates
Join Ken and Michelle as they interview Maggie Thompson, Director of Programs - 4th Judicial District CASA Program & Family Strengthening Education Program at Family Advocates. Family Advocates' mission is to protect children, stre...
Kinship-You Are Not Alone with Sheila Weaver, LCSW
Join Ken and Michelle as they discuss Kinship family resources and upcoming events with Idaho Family Care Navigator's Program Manager, Sheila Weaver, LCSW, MPA. "Grandparents and other relatives or friends who care for children...
Navigating Uncertainty with Leta Harris Neustaedter, LCSW
Ken and Michelle welcome 2026 with special guest Leta Harris Neustaedter. Leta is an arts educator, musician, actor, community builder and clinical social worker. In 2010 she created Metamorphosis Performing Arts Studio, LLC as a place where th...
"I'm Fine, Everything's Fine"-Dealing with Holiday Stress
It's that time of year again for mirth and merriment but also STRESS. Learn some helpful tips to bring the joy and not the humbug to this holiday season. The last episode of 2025!RESOURCES:https://www.psychology...
Around the Kitchen Table with Gemma Gaudette
Join Ken and Michelle as they share a heartfelt conversation with Gemma Gaudette, host of the award-winning show, Idaho Matters. Gemma helped launch Idaho Matt...
The Nurturing Father's Program with Mike "Woody" Wood
Ken and Michelle are back on the road heading to Coeur d Alene to visit with Mike "Woody" Wood, Nurturing Father's Program Trainer. What is the Nurturing Fathers Program?"The Nurturing Father’s ...
Supporting Pregnant and Parenting Teens -Salvation Army's Booth Program and Cardinal Academy
Parenting a pregnant or parenting teen?Join Ken and Michelle as they meet with Jamie Garn, Executive Director of Cardinal Academy and Kim Kelzer,LCSW Director of the Salvation Army's Booth Program. The Salvati...
Comprehensive Sex Education with Kayla Jones, LPC and CST
Ken and Michelle take a virtual trip to Oklahoma City to visit with LPC and Certified Sex Therapist, Kayla Jones to chat about comprehensive sex education and sexual shame. How does our sexual shame show up in our parenting? What is compr...
READ-TALK-PLAY Every Day with Randy Jensen, American Falls School Superintendent
Join Ken and Michelle as they chat with American Falls School Superintendent, Randy Jensen as he shares two exciting initiatives happening in their community: Universal Preschool and Read-Talk-Play Every Day. Learn how they did it and how you c...
4 The Love Of Kinship with Interim Executive Director Charlye Hahn
The Resilient Parenting Podcast welcomes back Charlye Hahn, Interim Executive Director of the NEW nonprofit 4 The Love Of Kinship: Providing support for families raising family. Join Ken and Michelle as they learn all abo...
Resilient Parenting 101: A Brief Introduction to the 3 Main Principles of TBRI®
Join Ken and Michelle as they discuss the three main principles of Trust-based Relational Intervention (TBRI)® : Empowering, Connecting and Correcting. TBRI® was developed in 1999 by Dr. Karyn Purvis and Dr. Dav...
Creating Safety with Empathy: Dr. Kim Crawford, Wellness Innovations
The world can sometimes feel scary, unpredictable and overwhelming for families leading to increased stress and anxiety for children and adults alike. Join Ken and Michelle as they explore this topic with Dr. Kim Crawford, CEO of Wellness Innov...
Parent Cafés: A Parent-to-Parent Approach
Join Ken and Michelle as they learn all about Parent Cafés with three amazing guests: Tiffany Murphy, Be Strong Families, Training manager, Ty Anderson, Be Strong Families, Senior Training and Technical assistance Provider, and Adrian Am...
Let's Celebrate Kinship! with Heidi Smith from the Idaho Dept. of Health & Welfare
Join Ken and Michelle as they visit with Heidi Smith, Human Service Program Specialist with the Department of Health and Welfare. Today's episode is all about Celebrating KINSHIP! What is Kinship?"Kinship ...
CASA: A Voice for Children with Kayla Gaffney, LMSW and CASA Volunteer
Ken and Michelle are joined by Kayla Gaffney, LMSW: Therapist, former Idaho Children's Trust Fund Intern, and dedicated Guardian ad Litem volunteer for The Third District Guardian ad Litem (GAL) Program, also known as
RESILIENT PARENTING 101-Amy the Amygdala and an Introduction to Mindful Touch
Join Ken and Michelle for the first Resilient Parenting 101 episode of 2025. Michelle introduces a wealth of information from Dr. Kate Truitt, PhD Author of Healing in Your Hands-Self-Havening Practices to Harness Neuroplasticity, Heal T...
Cultivating Resilience with PCI Certified Parent Coach ® Vashti Summervill
Join Ken and Michelle as they visit with Vashti Summervill – Educator, PCI Certified Parent Coach ®, Therapeutic Consultant, Musician, and Author. Vashti is the founder and owner of Family Healing Pathways and contracts with Educational Connect...
Supporting Mental Health in Schools with Keith Orchard, Mental Health Coordinator for Coeur d' Alene Public Schools
Join Ken and Michelle as they take a trip to beautiful Coeur d' Alene Idaho to chat with Keith Orchards, LCSW. Keith is an author, speaker and the Mental Health Coordinator for the Coeur d' Alene public school district. Keith is also the founde...
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The Resilient Parenting Podcast 50th Episode Special
Join Ken and Michelle as they take a stroll down memory lane to celebrate the 50th episode of The Resilient Parenting Podcast! The Resilient Podcast is supported by the Idaho Children's Trust Fund. Every episode is packed full with ...
Helping Families of Children with Disabilities THRIVE with Sarah Gornik, Idaho Parents Unlimited
Join Ken and Michelle Bass as they visit with Sarah Gornik, Program Coordinator and Parent Educator Coordinator for Idaho Parents Unlimited.What is Idaho Parents Unlimited?Founded in 1985, Idaho Parents Unlimited, Inc. ...
