{"podcast":{"title":"Parenting Teens: Advice Redefined for Today's Complex World","slug":"parenting-teens-advice-redefined-for-today-s-complex-world-6718008","podcast_index_feed_id":6718008,"rss_url":"https://rss.mypodops.com/65777cadcf3fc.xml","website_url":"https://podopshosting.com/65777cadcf3fc","image_url":"https://connect-mypodops-production.s3.amazonaws.com/hosting/podcasts/2138/cover/pod_1734369188.png","author":"Cheryl Pankhurst","episode_count":173,"summary":"\"Discover ''Parenting Teens : Advice Redefined for Today's Complex World\" with Special Education Specialist / Educator Cheryl, as we dive into real and raw conversations about sex, drugs, screens, social media, LGBTQ+ issues, mental health, and more. This podcast is your guide to reimagining better relationships with teens by doing the essential inner work. Join us for engaging, vibrant, and empathetic discussions that foster trust and understanding in today's complex parenting landscape. Embrace the change,we just can’t parent the way our parents did” Questions this podcast will answer; I am so grateful for you taking your time to listen and I would love your input, feedback , suggestions for topics. We are in this together. Connect with me support@cherylpankhurst.com linkedin.com/in/cheryl-ann-pankhurst-1b611855 https://www.instagram.com/cheryl.a.pankhurst/ https://www.facebook.com/cheryl.a.pankhurst https://open.spotify.com/show/4QwFMJMDDSEXJb451pCHO9?si=9c1a298387c84e13 https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYv9FQy1X43wwoYg0zF8zAJw6-nCpHMAk&si=7p-e4UlU2rsG3j_t Optin-podcast subscriber https://www.cherylpankhurst.com/teen-minds-redefined-podcast How to work with me! https://www.ch…","last_synced_at":null,"page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/parenting-teens-advice-redefined-for-today-s-complex-world-6718008"},"episode":{"title":"~161~\"The Real Reason Teens Lie (It’s Not What You Think)","slug":"161-the-real-reason-teens-lie-it-s-not-what-you-think","published_at":"2026-04-04T01:07:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/parenting-teens-advice-redefined-for-today-s-complex-world-6718008/161-the-real-reason-teens-lie-it-s-not-what-you-think","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/parenting-teens-advice-redefined-for-today-s-complex-world-6718008","url":"https://podopshosting.com/65777cadcf3fc/episode/62009","audio_url":"https://mypodops-hosting-production.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/podcasts/2138/videos/1775264171395-WTF-_Lying.mp4","summary":"In this unfiltered WTF (Welcome to Friday) episode, Cheryl Pankhurst dives into one of the most frustrating parenting challenges: teen lying —and the uncomfortable truth parents need to hear. Inspired by insights from Dr. Becky Kennedy, this episode reframes everything you think you know about dishonesty in teens. 👉 What if your teen isn’t lying to deceive you… 👉 What if they’re lying to protect themselves? Cheryl breaks down how common parenting habits—like asking questions we already know the answers to—actually create a “test” instead of building trust . And here’s the shift: ➡️ When teens feel tested, they go into self-preservation mode ➡️ When teens feel safe, they move toward honesty and connection In this episode, you’ll learn: Why asking “Where were you?” can backfire instantly How parents unintentionally set teens up to lie The difference between curiosity vs. control What to say instead when you already know the truth How to create a home where honesty feels safer than lying The powerful mindset shift: the lie is not the problem—it’s the symptom A simple reframe you can use immediately: Instead of: “Were you at the library?” Try: “I know you went to the movies tonight. I’m not here to come at you—I just want to understand what happened.” No traps. No tests. Just connection. Because this isn’t about controlling your teen’s behavior… It’s about the environment we’re creating as parents. 💬 Key Takeaway If we want honest kids, we have to become the place where truth feels safe —not risky. 📣 Call to Action If this episode hit home, share it with another parent who needs this shift. And if you’re ready to change the dynamic in your home, connect with Cheryl for support at: 👉 www.cherylpankhurst.com #ParentingTeens #TeenLying #ParentingTips #ConsciousParenting #Teen…","meta_description":"In this unfiltered WTF (Welcome to Friday) episode, Cheryl Pankhurst dives into one of the most frustrating parenting challenges: teen lying —and the unco…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":540,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/parenting-teens-advice-redefined-for-today-s-complex-world-6718008/episodes/161-the-real-reason-teens-lie-it-s-not-what-you-think/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/parenting-teens-advice-redefined-for-today-s-complex-world-6718008/161-the-real-reason-teens-lie-it-s-not-what-you-think.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}