Episodes

June 20, 2025

#172 | 5 Truths LGBTQ Allies Need to Know About Visibility, Grief, and the Power of Being Seen

What if being seen—truly seen—was both the most courageous and most healing thing you could do? In this episode, we dive into the layered journey of visibility for LGBTQ+ individuals and their families. Whether you're navigat...
June 17, 2025

#171 | 3 Signs You’re Struggling as an LGBTQ Ally Parent—And How to Offer Real Courageous Support

What if affirming your child isn’t the final step, but the first in a much deeper journey? In this heartfelt episode, we explore the often unseen difference between accepting your LGBTQ+ child and fully unlearning the beliefs...
June 13, 2025

#170 | 5 Ways Parents and Allies Fail LGBTQ Kids Without Realizing It—And How to Change That

Pride Month Series | More Human. More Kind. with Heather Hester In this deeply reflective episode, Heather explores the profound truth that your response becomes your child’s inner voice. When a child comes out or shares some...
June 10, 2025

Copy of Progress Over Perfection – The Lifelong Journey of Allyship - Descript

Pride Month Series | More Human. More Kind. with Heather Hester In this episode of Five Lessons from Parenting with Pride , Heather explores the myth of “getting it right” in parenting and allyship and why perfection isn’t th...
June 6, 2025

Curiosity Over Judgment – The Parenting Shift That Changes Everything

Pride Month Series | More Human. More Kind. with Heather Hester Description: In this first episode of our special Pride Month series, Heather Hester shares one of the most transformative lessons she’s learned while parenting ...
June 3, 2025

Navigating Grief and Identity: A Conversation with Josh Nadler and Sam Wasserman of ‘What About Me?’

In this powerful and moving conversation, Heather sits down with Josh Nadler and Sam Wasserman, the creative minds behind the new web series What About Me? —a show that fearlessly explores the messy, raw, and very human exper...
May 30, 2025

The Power of Love: Mothering the Collective

In the final chapter of our Friday reflection series, host Heather Hester delves into the concept of 'mothering the world,' a notion that encourages us to extend our caring instincts to a broader societal context. This episod...
May 27, 2025

Permission to Evolve: Unlearning, Allyship, and Parenting with Ash Beckham

Episode Summary: In this deeply insightful conversation, Heather Hester sits down with Ash Beckham—speaker, author, and advocate—to explore the powerful intersection of parenting, allyship, and radical self-compassion. From u...
May 23, 2025

Learning to Mother Ourselves: Essential Practices for Well-Being

In this podcast episode, host Heather Hester delves into the crucial concept of self-mothering, positing that before we can adequately nurture others—be it our children, our work, or our communities—we must first learn to car...
May 20, 2025

Exploring the Complexities of Religious Trauma

In a profound exploration of religious trauma, this episode delves into the intricate dynamics between faith and LGBTQ identities. The insightful dialogue between the host Heather Hester and her guest, Ann Russo, unveils the ...
May 17, 2025

Mothering Beyond Parenting: Nurturing Your Purpose

In the second week of reflecting on mothering, the host, Heather Hester, effectively shifts the paradigm from traditional notions of motherhood to a broader understanding of nurturing as a vital component of creativity and en...
May 13, 2025

Run Away With Me: A Deep Dive into Brian Selznick's Latest Masterpiece

Heather Hester welcomes Brian Selznick, an esteemed author known for his innovative storytelling and impactful themes. They discuss Selznick's latest work, 'Run Away With Me', which not only captivates with its narrative but ...
May 9, 2025

Reflections on Mothering: What IS a Mother?

This episode intricately examines the nuanced dimensions of mothering, positioning it as a fundamental aspect of the human experience. Through a contemplative lens, I reflect on the lessons and emotions tied to the act of mot...
April 29, 2025

A Year of Grief, Grace, and Becoming: Honoring Corinne and Moving Forward

Grief, in its many forms, serves as a central theme in this episode, where I engage in a candid exploration of my personal loss following the death of my sister, Corinne. Her battle with frontotemporal dementia presented a un...
April 25, 2025

The Power of Gathering: Why the Right to Assemble Still Matters

The exploration of the right to peacefully assemble delves into a fundamental aspect of democracy that is often overlooked yet remains vital for societal progression. This episode articulates the historical lineage of this ri...
April 23, 2025

When Boundaries Are Love

Today's episode revolves around the profound significance of boundaries, which we assert are not merely barriers, but rather essential frameworks for fostering love and respect towards oneself and others. We recontextualize t...
April 22, 2025

Becoming More Human More Kind

The inaugural episode of More Human, More Kind serves as a poignant introduction to a transformative journey that seeks to cultivate deeper connections among individuals grappling with the complexities of their identities and...
April 22, 2025

More Human. More Kind. Trailer

More Human. More Kind. is a space for real conversations about what it means to show up in the world with compassion, clarity, and courage. Hosted by Heather Hester—coach, speaker, and advocate for radical kindness—this podca...
April 19, 2025

Beyond the Breath: Separation of Church and State

This episode explores the intricate nuances of the Establishment Clause within the First Amendment, establishing a foundational understanding of its significance in contemporary society. Host Heather Hester articulates the hi...
April 11, 2025

Beyond the Breath: Free Speech - What It Is and What It Isn't

This podcast episode provides a comprehensive exploration of the First Amendment, with a particular focus on the intricate landscape of free speech. The host, Heather Hester, articulates the significance of this constitutiona...
April 4, 2025

Beyond the Breath: The Importance of a Free Press

The salient point of today's discourse centers on the imperative nature of freedom of the press as a cornerstone of democratic society. As we delve into the intricacies of this topic, we shall explore the alarming erosion of ...
April 1, 2025

Understanding Social Media Fatigue: A Wellness Perspective

This podcast episode delves into the complex interplay between social media usage and personal wellness in contemporary society. I engage in a profound discussion with Tracy Whitmore, exploring the pervasive phenomenon of soc...
March 30, 2025

Beyond the Breath: The Imperative of Authentic Allyship

Allyship represents a vital and active commitment to justice, equity, compassion, and love, which we explore in depth throughout this discourse. I have reflected extensively on the multifaceted nature of allyship, recognizing...
March 21, 2025

Beyond the Breath: Fighting Fatigue: How to Maintain Your Well-Being While Engaging in Activism

This episode emphasizes the vital necessity of self-care amidst the tumultuous political landscape characterized by incessant assaults on our rights and well-being. As we navigate the relentless barrage of distressing news, i...