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...
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...
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...
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...
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 ...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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 ...
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...
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 ...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
050 - To celebrate her 50th episode, Heather talks about the biggest "aha" moments she has had personally and she and Steve have had as a couple over the past five years. This personal and lively recollection touches on famil...
049 - October is LGBTQ History Month. This interview not only honors history, but also teaches little-known facts and pieces of the time before Stonewall. In this episode, Heather interviews author, broadcaster, and gay right...
048 - In this episode, Heather interviews creator, producer, and director, Anthony Hand, who gives a sneak peek into his feature-length animated film (anticipated release Spring 2024) Maxxie LaWow: Drag Super-Shero . Anthony'...
047 - In this episode, Heather interviews Cara McNulty, DPA, President, Aetna Behavioral Health, a CVS Health Company. As a population health scientist, Cara is particularly passionate about our adolescents, teens, and young ...
046 - In this episode, Heather interviews Robbin McManne. Robbin is the author of The Yelling Cure, How to Stress Less and Get Your Kids to Cooperate without Threats and Punishments as well as the host of the award-winning p...
045 - In this solo episode, Heather starts a new tradition - a quarterly Q & A episode! She starts with two questions and some profound thoughts shared by a listener. What parenting skills will help us 1. navigate challenges ...
044- In this solo episode, Heather discusses depression and anxiety in great detail. She answers questions like: * What do we look for? * How do we know the difference between typical teenage development and more serious issu...
