{"podcast":{"title":"More Human. More Kind. | Parenting LGBTQ Kids, Unlearning Fear, Becoming More Human","slug":"more-human-more-kind-allyship-guidance-for-parents-of-lgbtq-teens-955717","podcast_index_feed_id":955717,"rss_url":"https://feeds.captivate.fm/more-human-more-kind/","website_url":"https://heatherhester.net/podcast","image_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/741094ec-1943-4614-9af5-11cdfec32910/x3jj435Mv_xWN4iW4xAmzm8T.jpg","author":"Heather Hester | Advocate for Parents of LGBTQ Teens","episode_count":299,"summary":"\"Mom, I think I might be_____.\" Whether that sentence ended in gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, queer, or something they're still figuring out — you're in the right place. Maybe you're scared. Maybe you're grieving something you can't quite name yet. Maybe you're desperate to get this right and terrified you already got it wrong. This show is for you, exactly where you are right now. More Human. More Kind. is hosted by Heather Hester, author of Parenting with Pride and a fierce advocate for LGBTQ kids and the parents who love them. Each week Heather brings lived experience, practical guidance, and the kind of honest conversation that helps you move from fear and confusion to grounded, loving action. Whether you're a parent in the early days of your child coming out, an ally deepening your understanding, or someone unlearning old beliefs to show up better for the people you love, this is your place. Every episode gives you something real: tools for navigating the hard moments, having difficult conversations, guidance on loving boundaries, and the steady reminder that you don't have to figure this out alone. New episodes every Tuesday and Friday. Start with fan-favorite Episode…","last_synced_at":"2026-07-14T18:23:33.277039+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/more-human-more-kind-allyship-guidance-for-parents-of-lgbtq-teens-955717"},"episode":{"title":"Why Speaking Up Feels So Hard For Parents of Gay and Trans Kids","slug":"why-speaking-up-feels-so-hard-for-parents-of-gay-and-trans-kids","published_at":"2026-05-08T19:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/more-human-more-kind-allyship-guidance-for-parents-of-lgbtq-teens-955717/why-speaking-up-feels-so-hard-for-parents-of-gay-and-trans-kids","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/more-human-more-kind-allyship-guidance-for-parents-of-lgbtq-teens-955717","url":"https://more-human-more-kind.captivate.fm/episode/why-speaking-up-feels-so-hard-for-parents-of-gay-and-trans-kids","audio_url":"https://pscrb.fm/rss/p/episodes.captivate.fm/episode/065190e2-e643-44a2-9aa7-904b37e56f80.mp3","summary":"Join me on Substack for more tools to stay human in a complicated world. What happens when someone misgenders your child and you freeze? In this Friday Reset: The Butterfly Effect episode, Heather Hester gently explores the quiet moments where parents hesitate to speak up for their LGBTQ+ child. The family dinner. The classroom conversation. The passing comment that catches you off guard. You love your child deeply. But in the moment, conflict feels uncomfortable, your nervous system takes over, and silence slips in before you can find the words. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why freezing in these moments is more common than you think What your child may quietly read in your hesitation How repeated silence can slowly reshape trust and emotional safety Why advocacy is about protection not confrontation One simple way to begin speaking up with more calm and confidence Heather also shares a gentle mindset shift and practical language parents can use immediately in real-life situations. Listen now and take one small step toward becoming the steady, safe advocate your child needs. Hi, I’m Heather Hester , and I’m so glad you’re here! Feeling uncertain or overwhelmed? Download my free guide to take you from Panic to Plan. Join a private community with other parents and allies just like you! Stay informed - receive my newsletter Invite me to speak at your workshop or event Read my book, Parenting with Pride . Share More Human. More Kind. Please subscribe, rate, and review ! Connect heather@heatherhester.net Buy Me A Coffee Watch on YouTube Listen to *NEW* episodes every Tuesday and Friday! At the heart of my work is a deep commitment to compassion, authenticity, and transformative allyship , especially for those navigating the complexities of parenting LGBTQ kids . Through t…","meta_description":"Join me on Substack for more tools to stay human in a complicated world. What happens when someone misgenders your child and you freeze? 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