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Raising Good Humans

Dear Media, Aliza Pressman

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As a parent, do you ever wish someone could just whisper some realistic and trustworthy support in your ear? And not make you feel awful for not having all the answers? Well, that’s what I’m here for. I'm Dr. Aliza Pressman, developmental psychologist, parent educator, asst. clinical professor, and co-founder of both Mount Sinai Parenting Center and SeedlingsGroup. And I'm a mom... trying to raise two good humans myself, so I'm in this with you! In each episode, we'll go deep (but brief) wit ...
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UPDATE- Due to the logistical difficulty and expense of recording the SS podcast, we will no longer be making regular content. We are also discontinuing our subscriptions to the Soundcloud and iTUNES platforms. All back content and potential future episodes will be hosted exclusively on our YouTube and FB pages. The Sports Scientists is a podcast designed with the primary intention of having some fun chatting about fitness. If we're offensive, it's all meant in good fun, and we do apologize ...
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The podcast where total sports novices - comedian Matt Richardson and radio presenter Amy Voce - will learn all about the world of sport. Whether you're a sports expert or novice, Matt & Amy's sheer sporting stupidity will prove an entertaining listen! Keep an ear out for a special appearance from none other than Jargon Klopp - here to educate Matt & Amy about some classic sporting jargon! Please send us stories of your own sporting clangers, leave us a comment or get involved on social medi ...
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