{"podcast":{"title":"Conversations with Kristi","slug":"conversations-with-kristi-6478253","podcast_index_feed_id":6478253,"rss_url":"https://app.kajabi.com/podcasts/2147552425/feed","website_url":"https://www.kristimcvee.com/podcasts/conversations-with-kristi","image_url":"https://kajabi-storefronts-production.kajabi-cdn.com/kajabi-storefronts-production/file-uploads/site/2147658237/podcasts/87f36fa-c66-6661-2433-ecfcfbf104e_Conversations_with_Kristi_Podcast_Cover.png","author":"Kristi McVee","episode_count":65,"summary":"Welcome to Conversations with Kristi! 🎙️ Hosted by Kristi McVee, this podcast is your go-to resource for keeping parents informed and kids safe in today’s ever-changing world. Each episode, Kristi brings expert insights, real-world advice, and meaningful discussions on topics like child abuse prevention, online safety, child development, parenting tips, and much more. Whether you're navigating the challenges of parenting or simply looking for ways to protect and empower your kids, Conversations with Kristi has you covered. Tune in to stay ahead of the curve and ensure your child's safety and well-being. 👉 Subscribe now for new episodes and stay informed! #ConversationsWithKristi #ParentingTips #KidsSafety #CAPEAU #ParentingAdvice #ChildSafety #KristiMcVee","last_synced_at":"2026-06-11T06:17:11.791992+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/conversations-with-kristi-6478253"},"episode":{"title":"Ep 65 They’re Not Leaving You - They’re Just Doing a Lap with Michelle Mitchell","slug":"ep-65-they-re-not-leaving-you-they-re-just-doing-a-lap-with-michelle-mitchell","published_at":"2026-05-27T22:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/conversations-with-kristi-6478253/ep-65-they-re-not-leaving-you-they-re-just-doing-a-lap-with-michelle-mitchell","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/conversations-with-kristi-6478253","url":"https://www.kristimcvee.com/podcasts/conversations-with-kristi/episodes/2149168126","audio_url":"https://app.kajabi.com/podcasts/medias/2149168126.mp3","summary":"In this episode of Conversations with Kristi , Kristi is joined by Michelle Mitchell , parenting expert, author, and educator, for a practical, encouraging conversation about connection, boundaries, and raising resilient teenagers. With decades of experience equipping families to stay connected through the messy emotional years, Michelle brings grounded insights that help parents move beyond fear and frustration and into thoughtful, values-based parenting. This is not a perfection-based conversation. It’s a connection-based one. Kristi and Michelle explore why control isn’t the goal, why “parenting is just hard” is a myth, and how building trust with teenagers requires intentional, age-appropriate guidance. They discuss: Why connection matters more than control Teaching principles instead of just rules Using friendships as the practice ground for adult relationships How to stay consistent and present, even when your child pushes away Why saying “no” is sometimes the most loving thing you can do Navigating independence while maintaining safety The roundabout metaphor for the normal ups and downs of growing up Michelle shares practical frameworks for guiding teens through decision-making, resilience-building, and critical thinking, while Kristi connects these principles to child safety, advocacy, and helping children grow into capable adults. Together, they reinforce a simple truth: Kids don’t need perfect parents-they need present ones. This episode is about showing up, even when it’s messy, and giving your children the space to grow safely while knowing they are supported. Key Themes Covered Connection vs. control in parenting Teaching principles rather than just rules Age-appropriate trust and boundaries How to handle teenage pushback without conflict Encouraging crit…","meta_description":"In this episode of Conversations with Kristi , Kristi is joined by Michelle Mitchell , parenting expert, author, and educator, for a practical, encouragin…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":2973,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/conversations-with-kristi-6478253/episodes/ep-65-they-re-not-leaving-you-they-re-just-doing-a-lap-with-michelle-mitchell/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/conversations-with-kristi-6478253/ep-65-they-re-not-leaving-you-they-re-just-doing-a-lap-with-michelle-mitchell.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}