Mindshift: Transforming Perspectives on Parenting & Education

By Dr. Christopher Villarreal & Dr. Deb Anderson | PLCS Empowerment Collective

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Mindshift isn't just another education podcast – it's your go-to guide for revolutionary perspectives on raising, teaching, and empowering the next generation. Join hosts Dr. Christopher Villarreal and Dr. Deb Anderson as they tackle real challenges facing families and educators today, bringing you straight talk from experts who've been in the trenches. Whether you're a parent navigating screen time, a teacher seeking fresh strategies, or anyone invested in youth success, Mindshift delivers the aha moments you've been searching for. Because sometimes the best solution starts with a shift in perspective.


Episode Date
Season Two's Best Advice for Parents and Educators
May 19, 2026
How Do I Help My Child Transition to Middle or High School?
May 13, 2026
Is Social Media a Real Career? What Parents Need to Know
May 05, 2026
What's the Most Important Parenting Change I Can Make?
Apr 29, 2026
How Is School Curriculum Actually Decided? What Parents Need to Know
Apr 22, 2026
How to Talk to Teens About Drugs and Alcohol: What Actually Works
Apr 15, 2026
Understanding AP Courses: What Parents Need to Know Before Enrollment
Apr 08, 2026
Why Family Conflict Is Actually Healthy: Raising Resilient Kids
Apr 01, 2026
Life After Divorce: Rebuilding Identity and Finding Yourself Again
Mar 25, 2026
How to Raise Environmentally Aware Kids: Starting Small at Home
Mar 18, 2026
What Are the Warning Signs of an Eating Disorder? A Psychologist's Guide
Mar 11, 2026
Is My Child Being Bullied? How to Spot It and What to Do
Mar 04, 2026
Is Less Homework Bad for Learning? What Teachers Want Parents to Know
Feb 25, 2026
How to Raise Kids with Positive Body Image: A Therapist's Guide
Feb 18, 2026
Is It Normal for Siblings to Drift Apart? What Parents Need to Know
Feb 11, 2026
What High School Students Really Need From Parents: A Student Panel Discussion
Feb 04, 2026
It's Not Laziness: What Parents Get Wrong About ADHD
Jan 28, 2026
Why Period Products Matter for Student Success and Attendance
Jan 21, 2026
How to Help Kids Express Emotions: Art Therapy Strategies for Parents
Jan 14, 2026
Balancing Academic Expectations: When to Push and When to Support
Jan 07, 2026
How to Start a Difficult Conversation Without Making It Worse
Dec 17, 2025
How Do Schools Use Test Scores? Understanding Assessment Data
Dec 10, 2025
How Do I Help My Child Cope with Death and Grief? Finding Hope in Loss
Dec 03, 2025
How to Manage Holiday Stress and Overwhelm: Expert Strategies
Nov 26, 2025
How to Set Boundaries with Kids Without Feeling Guilty
Nov 19, 2025
What to Do During Child Meltdowns: Teaching Kids Emotional Regulation
Nov 12, 2025
Youth Sports Parenting: Supporting Without Pressuring Your Athlete
Nov 05, 2025
What to Do When Your Kid Says 'I Don't Care' About Homework
Oct 29, 2025
How to Tell if a School Threat is Real: FBI Expert Explains
Oct 22, 2025
What Happens During a School Shooting: A First-Hand Account
Oct 15, 2025
Parental Controls for Devices: Where to Start and What to Watch For
Oct 08, 2025
Stop Fighting About Food: Expert Tips for Picky Eaters
Oct 01, 2025
Do School Cell Phone Policies Actually Work? Principal Shares Results
Sep 24, 2025
What Are the Real Dangers of Vaping? Medical Expert Explains
Sep 17, 2025
When Your Kid Struggles: Suicide Prevention and Mental Health Support
Sep 10, 2025
Why Your Kid Says 'I Don't Want to Go to School' (And What to Do About It)
Sep 03, 2025
Shifting the Perspective on Expectations
May 21, 2025
Shifting the Perspective on Summer Learning
May 14, 2025
Shifting the Perspective on Digital Life (Teen POV)
May 07, 2025
Shifting the Perspective on Neurodiversity
Apr 30, 2025
Shifting the Perspective on Screen Time
Apr 23, 2025
Shifting the Perspective on Money
Apr 16, 2025
Shifting the Perspective on High School
Apr 09, 2025
Shifting the Perspective on Sleep, Listener Q&A
Apr 02, 2025
Shifting the Perspective on Anger Management
Mar 26, 2025
Shifting the Perspective on Separation & Divorce
Mar 19, 2025
Shifting the Perspective on Offline Relationships
Mar 12, 2025
Shifting the Perspective on Sleep
Mar 05, 2025
Shifting the Perspective on Kindness & Compassion
Feb 26, 2025
Shifting the Perspective on Punishment
Feb 19, 2025
Shifting the Perspective on Academic Support
Feb 12, 2025
Shifting the Perspective on Artificial Intelligence - Part 2
Feb 05, 2025
Shifting the Perspective on Artificial Intelligence - Part 1
Jan 29, 2025
Shifting the Perspective on the Digital World
Jan 22, 2025
Shifting the Perspective on Anxiety and Depression
Jan 14, 2025
Shifting the Perspective on Healthy Lifestyles
Jan 13, 2025