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What Is Explicit Parenting? A 4-Pillar Framework for Raising Good Humans
Jun 24, 2026
27m 57s
Curiosity Is a Privilege | Why We Stopped Asking Questions
Jun 17, 2026
30m 42s
Nobody Prepares You for This Part of Empty Nesting
Jun 10, 2026
46m 59s
Raising Kids Who Actually Like You as Adults
Jun 3, 2026
32m 05s
Gen X vs. Gen Z on Finances: Budgeting, Taxes, and Breaking the Taboo
May 27, 2026
59m 46s
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| 6/24/26 | ![]() What Is Explicit Parenting? A 4-Pillar Framework for Raising Good Humans | I keep referencing “explicit parenting” on the show, so this week I finally explain what I mean.It started with a little book I wrote over a decade ago, Explicit Parenting: Tips from the Trenches for Raising Good and Happy Humans. It pulled together everything I know as a teacher, doula, childbirth educator, and trauma therapist, plus what I’ve lived as a wife and mom. Over the years it turned into a framework I use for parenting, relationships, and honestly just living.The name throws people off (yes, “explicit” gets funny reactions online), but the idea is simple: say the thing. Don’t make your kids, or anyone, guess at your meaning. The less we leave for interpretation, the better off we are. Kids who aren’t given the explanation will fill in the blanks themselves, and they usually fill them in with “I must be the problem.” We don’t want that.In this episode I walk through the four pillars:* Tuning In. Know yourself first. Your triggers, your strengths, your expectations, your attachment style. None of the rest works without this.* Know Your Relationships. Get clear on your expectations and boundaries, and focus on the relationship you want long-term, not just the milestones. Come back to the relationship.* Lead With Curiosity, Not Judgment. Swap “they always do this” for “I wonder why they’re doing this.” Kids rarely mean to hurt you as much as we assume.* Consistency and Persistence. The hardest one, and the easiest once the first three are solid. Show up the same way, and when you mess up, repair it.The glue holding it all together is grace, for yourself and everyone else. And if you’re worried about whether you’re doing this parenting thing right, that worry is the proof you’re already doing a great job.Timestamps0:09 Why this episode1:08 The little book that started it4:03 Where “explicit” comes from5:55 Just say it: don’t make kids interpret8:20 The four pillars9:08 Pillar 1: Tuning In10:13 Pillar 2: Know Your Relationships15:47 Pillar 3: Curiosity over judgment20:00 Pillar 4: Consistency and persistence23:04 Grace as the glue24:57 If you worry about it, you’re already doing great26:45 OutroReflection posts and show musings drop on Substack twice a week. Join the paid Women of Wonder community for Monday discussion prompts and monthly live calls. Join here: https://thewonder.life/show/ Get full access to Cristie Ritz-King, PsyD at critzking.substack.com/subscribe | 27m 57s | ||||||
| 6/17/26 | ![]() Curiosity Is a Privilege | Why We Stopped Asking Questions | What happens to a country when curiosity disappears?I’m by myself on the couch this week, sitting with something that’s been frustrating me lately: how little curiosity and nuance there seems to be in the world right now. Everywhere I look there’s an extreme view on one side, an extreme view on the other, and almost nothing in between. We assume the other person is evil or dumb instead of stopping to ask whether they’re just working with different information.So I put on my trauma therapist hat. My theory is that curiosity is a privilege of safety. When you’re stuck in survival mode, your nervous system doesn’t leave space for questions, nuance, or seeing the gray. After years of chaos and a global pandemic, a lot of us are still living in that defensive posture even when the danger has passed.In this episode I get into the ICE detention protests, why the angriest voices are always the loudest, why you’re probably aiming your anger at the wrong person, and the small things we can actually do to feel safe enough to get curious again.Plus my reading recommendation this week: Your Heart Was Made for This by Oren Jay Sofer.Turn off your phone, get out into the world, talk to real people, and stay curious.Resources mentioned* Your Heart Was Made for This: Contemplative Practices for Meeting a World in Crisis with Courage, Integrity, and Love by Oren Jay Sofer* Say What You Mean by Oren Jay Sofer* Women of Wonder community on Substack: https://thewonder.life/wow/Find more over on Substack, including the Women of Wonder community: https://thewonder.life/wow/ Get full access to Cristie Ritz-King, PsyD at critzking.substack.com/subscribe | 30m 42s | ||||||
| 6/10/26 | ![]() Nobody Prepares You for This Part of Empty Nesting✨ | empty nestinggrief+4 | — | — | Minnesota | empty nestgrief+5 | — | 46m 59s | |
| 6/3/26 | ![]() Raising Kids Who Actually Like You as Adults✨ | parentingadult relationships+3 | — | — | Colorado | parentingadult children+3 | — | 32m 05s | |
| 5/27/26 | ![]() Gen X vs. Gen Z on Finances: Budgeting, Taxes, and Breaking the Taboo✨ | financial literacygenerational wealth gap+4 | Faith | — | New Jersey | Gen XGen Z+7 | — | 59m 46s | |
| 5/6/26 | Why the Internet is Ruining Dating for Gen Z (Mother-Daughter Chat)✨ | modern datingGen Z dating anxiety+3 | my daughter | SubstackThe Great Divide+1 | — | datingGen Z+5 | — | 53m 04s | |
| 4/29/26 | ![]() What No One Tells You About Sending Your Kid to College (From Both Sides)✨ | college transitionparenting+3 | Faith | COVIDHusbands and Lovers | — | collegeparenting+5 | — | 47m 00s | |
| 4/22/26 | ![]() The AI Therapy Trap: Why ChatGPT Cannot Replace Real Therapists✨ | AI in mental healththerapy+4 | — | The Night We MetIs This Thing On | — | AI therapymental health+5 | — | 39m 58s | |
| 4/15/26 | ![]() The Unapologetic Woman: Dating, Boundaries, and Unlearning Conditioning✨ | women's empowermentdating+4 | Faith | — | — | womendating+6 | — | 50m 36s | |
| 4/8/26 | ![]() Why I Stopped Accommodating Men: Unlearning the Rules of Being a Woman✨ | feminismwomen's empowerment+3 | — | — | — | womenfeminism+5 | — | 29m 49s | |
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| 4/1/26 | ![]() Empty Nest Syndrome: Finding Your Purpose When the Kids Leave Home✨ | empty nest syndromeidentity+4 | — | — | — | empty nestpurpose+5 | — | 43m 37s | |
| 3/18/26 | ![]() Finding My Voice: Hormones, GLP-1s, and the End of "Food Noise" (Part 2)✨ | hormoneshysterectomy+4 | — | GLP-1sMetformin+1 | — | hysterectomychronic pain+5 | — | 35m 46s | |
| 3/11/26 | ![]() Navigating Women's Health: A 10-Year Medical Battle | Part 1/2✨ | women's healthmedical dismissal+4 | — | — | — | medical systemfibroid+5 | — | 24m 29s | |
| 3/4/26 | Gen X vs Gen Z: How We Approach Big Purchases✨ | generational perspectivesbig purchases+4 | Faith | ToyotaNoah Kahan+2 | — | Gen XGen Z+5 | — | 56m 26s | |
| 2/25/26 | Coping With Grief: Why There Is No Timeline for Healing✨ | griefhealing+4 | — | — | Minnesota | griefhealing+5 | — | 43m 58s | |
| 2/18/26 | Best TV Kisses Ranked: New Girl, Parks & Rec & The Female Gaze✨ | Valentine's Dayon-screen romances+3 | — | Modern Times CafeNew Girl+2 | Minneapolis | TV kissesNew Girl+5 | — | 54m 58s | |
| 2/11/26 | How to Focus Your Energy When Everything Feels Like a Crisis✨ | crisis managementcommunity care+3 | — | Mary Oliver | Twin CitiesArizona | joycrisis+5 | — | 36m 11s | |
| 1/28/26 | ![]() Why I Support Trans Athletes: A Mom's Perspective | Join the Women of Wonder community: A safe space for connection without the algorithms.Welcome to "Wonder in the Weeds" with trauma therapist Cristie Ritz-King. ➡️Join Our community: https://wonder.myflodesk.com/womenofwonderIn this episode, I am setting aside my planned topic to address the Supreme Court case regarding transgender girls in sports. This is not just a headline to me. It is personal.As a former competitive athlete who spent 18 years in the pool and on the court, and as the mother of a transgender daughter, I am tired of the fearmongering. In this video, I break down why the "biological advantage" argument completely misses the mark. I share my own history playing against women who were taller, faster, and stronger than me, and why we never called that "unfair" before.I also dive into the reality of gender-affirming care, how hormones actually affect performance, and why the narrative that boys are transitioning "just to win medals" is not only false but offensive.If you are looking for a conversation grounded in compassion and actual experience rather than fear, this is for you.Chapters: 0:00 Intro: When life gets messy 0:48 The Supreme Court case on trans athletes 2:50 My 18 years as a competitive athlete 9:23 Why "biological fairness" is a myth 13:14 The reality of puberty blockers and hormones 20:00 Debunking the "boys transitioning to win" lie 23:41 The beauty of watching my daughter bloom#TransRights #WomensSports #TransAthletes #Parenting #LGBTQ #SupremeCourt #Inclusion Get full access to Cristie Ritz-King, PsyD at critzking.substack.com/subscribe | 23m 58s | ||||||
| 1/21/26 | ![]() Navigating Crisis Fatigue: Finding Grace & Connection When the World Feels Heavy | It has been a difficult start to the year. Between navigating the emotions of an empty nest and processing the intense events unfolding locally in Minneapolis, the "weeds" of life feel particularly overgrown this week. In this episode, we discuss the feeling of living through a firehose of crisis events and how to maintain your mental well-being when the news cycle feels relentless.We explore the reality of collective trauma and why it often feels like we don’t know where to look or how to help. More importantly, we talk about the antidote to this anxiety: taking action. However, action must be balanced with grace. You cannot do it all, and that is okay. Finally, we touch on the toxicity of social media scrolling during difficult times and why real-world human connection is the wonder we need right now.Key Topics:The Reality of Crisis Fatigue: Managing the overwhelm of local and global news.Action as an Antidote: How doing one small thing can lower anxiety, provided you accept you cannot fix everything.The Trap of the Scroll: Why social media often fuels anger rather than connection and how to step back.Real-World Connection: The importance of "touching grass" and interacting with actual neighbors to restore your faith in humanity.Resources:Join the Women of Wonder community: A safe space for connection without the algorithms. ➡️Join Our community: https://wonder.myflodesk.com/womenofwonder Get full access to Cristie Ritz-King, PsyD at critzking.substack.com/subscribe | 36m 01s | ||||||
| 1/14/26 | ![]() The Generational Divide: Why the Internet Wants Gen X vs Gen Z | Is the war between Gen X and Gen Z real, or is it just the algorithm at work? In this episode, we explore the "generational divide" and question whether the internet is manufacturing conflict to keep us distracted.We address the surprising feedback from our first episode and discuss why short social media clips often misrepresent the true relationship between mothers and daughters. From there, we move into a deeper conversation about parenting transparency, specifically how Gen X parents are choosing to be honest about financial mistakes like the housing bubble rather than hiding them.We also examine how the political landscape—specifically the 2016 election—shifted the way Gen Z views systemic issues versus personal responsibility. Plus, we share some laughs about 2016 makeup trends, the relevance of Vogue magazine, and overcoming driving anxiety in the snow.In this episode, we cover:The "Fake" Conflict: Why social media pushes a narrative that generations must fight each other.Parenting with Honesty: Moving away from "because I said so" and discussing adult financial realities with kids.Systemic vs. Personal: How Gen Z views hardship as a system failure, while Gen X often views it as a personal hurdle to overcome.The 2016 Shift: How the political climate forced a change in how we discuss morality and privilege.Cultural Time Capsules: A look back at heavy contouring, "Instagram eyebrows," and why media literacy matters now more than ever. Get full access to Cristie Ritz-King, PsyD at critzking.substack.com/subscribe | 46m 34s | ||||||
| 12/31/25 | ![]() Why I Hate New Year’s Resolutions (And What I Do Instead) | If you are about to buy a new planner or sign up for a gym membership because you feel like you need to "fix" yourself, press pause. In this episode, I explain why the commercialized version of New Year’s resolutions is often just a trap designed to make you feel like you aren't good enough.I spent years (and thousands of dollars) trying to organize and plan my way into being a "better" person, but it never led to lasting happiness. Today, I’m sharing the alternative that actually works: a "More of/Less of" audit inspired by a financial strategy from my friend Brittany Ross.We also discuss why you cannot "curate" joy but must intentionally look for it, and I share a personal story about a 24-hour hotel stay with high school friends that taught me why you shouldn't try to manufacture deep connections.In this episode:The Resolution Trap: Why the pressure to "change" is often a sales tactic.The "More of/Less of" List: A simple method to audit your life based on feelings, not productivity.Body Intelligence: How to use the "chest tap" to identify what true motivation feels like physically.Friendship Reality: Why sitting in a hotel room with old friends beats an elaborate vacation with new ones.Timestamps:0:00 - Intro: Why I Hate New Year’s Resolutions0:46 - The "Not Good Enough" Scam02:14 - I Spent Thousands on Planners (And Failed)07:52 - The "Finance Rule" That Fixed My Life (Brittany Ross)11:37 - How To Audit Your Feelings (The Chest Tap)14:40 - Why "Mindset Shifts" Are Often Oversimplified 18:34 - The Hotel Story: What True Friendship Looks Like23:55 - How To Join The "Women of Wonder" CommunityJoin the Community: The Women of Wonder community is where we leave the judgment at the door. If you want more laughter, less pressure, and a place to celebrate yourself judgment-free, join us here: https://wonder.myflodesk.com/womenofwonder Get full access to Cristie Ritz-King, PsyD at critzking.substack.com/subscribe | 26m 10s | ||||||
| 12/24/25 | ![]() Navigating Holiday Grief & Change in a New City | he holidays are supposed to be the "most wonderful time of the year," but what happens when everything familiar has changed?In this episode, I share my personal experience of navigating our first holiday season after moving cross-country. We are facing the unique challenge of welcoming our college-aged kids back to a house that isn't their childhood home.I open up about the "weeds" of this season: the pressure to recreate old feelings in a new place, the jealousy I feel when scrolling through social media, and the reality that my kids don't have their usual friends or cars here.But we also talk about finding the "wonder." We discuss how to hold two opposing emotions at once—like gratitude and sadness—without letting one cancel the other out. Plus, I share how we are embracing the Minnesota winter, exploring outdoor holiday markets, and even starting unlikely new traditions like going to an NBA game.If you are feeling like a fish out of water this season, this episode is for you.Online Community Our Women of Wonder community is a safe place to say the quiet stuff out loud, free from judgment. Women helping other women is a tried-and-true approach for empowerment and success, not to mention laughter and love. W.o.W. offers continuous support and resources.➡️ Join Our community: https://wonder.myflodesk.com/womenofwonder Get full access to Cristie Ritz-King, PsyD at critzking.substack.com/subscribe | 35m 32s | ||||||
| 12/17/25 | ![]() The End of Warner Bros? (It’s Worse Than We Thought) | Are Warner Bros and movies as we know them over? We break down the Netflix vs. Paramount acquisition battle, the death of movie theaters, and why we are going back to buying DVDs.Full Summary:In this episode of the Wonder in the Weeds podcast , we dive into the chaotic news surrounding the potential acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery. Is Netflix about to buy HBO Max, or will Paramount Skydance force a hostile takeover?.We explore what these massive mergers mean for the future of cinema—not just for the stars, but for the crew members, writers, and artists who actually make the films. We also discuss the "Disneyfication" of AMC theaters , why original movies like Ryan Coogler's Sinners are becoming rare risks , and why the era of streaming has us returning to physical media and DVDs.In This Episode:The Merger Chaos: Understanding the Netflix bid vs. the Paramount Skydance hostile takeover.The Theater Crisis: How block-booking by giants like Disney is pushing indie films out of theaters.Worker Protection: Why consolidation hurts the "below the line" workers (grips, lighting, makeup) most.Digital Ownership: Why streaming services deleting shows like Gilmore Girls proves you need to own physical copies.⏱️ Chapters & Timestamps:00:00 Intro: Is this a Solo Podcast Now?04:47 The News: Netflix vs. Paramount Skydance Explained05:59 What is a "Hostile Takeover"?08:38 The Death of Theaters: The Disney/AMC Monopoly13:09 How Mergers Kill Jobs (It’s Not Just Actors)17:31 Can Original Movies Survive? (The Sinners Case Study)22:29 Why We Are Going Back to DVDs & Physical Media33:35 Wonder of the Week: Embracing Winter & NostalgiaMentioned in this Video:Movies: Sinners (Ryan Coogler/Michael B. Jordan) , The Godfather.Companies: Warner Bros Discovery, Netflix, Paramount Skydance, Disney, AMC.Sources: Morning Brew.#WarnerBros #Netflix #PhysicalMedia #Cinema #FilmIndustry #Podcast Get full access to Cristie Ritz-King, PsyD at critzking.substack.com/subscribe | 38m 53s | ||||||
| 12/10/25 | ![]() Parenting When the World Is on Fire | It feels like the world is on fire right now. If you are trying to raise kids through political disorder, crisis, and constant bad news, you are likely feeling overwhelmed. In this episode of Wonder in the Weeds, we’re talking about how to parent when everything feels unstable—and why the answer isn't on your phone.STOP DOOMSCROLLING.The news cycle is designed to keep us anxious, but it doesn't help us parent better. Today, I’m sharing why I believe the "School Safety Drill" generation (Gen Z) is actually our greatest source of hope, and how we can learn resilience from them instead of just trying to protect them.We discuss:Why "Parenting Experts" don't have all the answers for this specific timeline.The difference between raising "Little Kids" vs. "Adult Kids" right now.How to opt-out of the 24/7 news cycle without being ignorant.Why Gen Z's approach to LGBTQ+ and inclusivity is better than ours.CHAPTERS:0:00 - Parenting through World Disorder1:24 - The Gen X vs. Gen Z Perspective3:28 - Why I Don’t Give "Standard" Parenting Advice5:39 - Finding Wonder (When You’re Exhausted)9:13 - The Resilience of the Next Generation11:29 - Put The Phone Down (The Reality Check)13:09 - What We Can Learn From Our KidsABOUT THE SHOW:Welcome to Wonder in the Weeds, where we explore how to live, love, and grow alongside grief, change, and the wild messiness of being human. Hosted by Christie Ritz King.#Parenting #MentalHealth #GenZ #Anxiety #ParentingAdvice #WonderInTheWeeds #ChristieRitzKing #Resilience Get full access to Cristie Ritz-King, PsyD at critzking.substack.com/subscribe | 18m 00s | ||||||
| 12/3/25 | ![]() Parenting Adult Children: Can Gen X Moms Be Friends with Gen Z Kids? | Online CommunityOur Women of Wonder community is a safe place to say the quiet stuff out loud, free from judgment.Women helping other women is a tried-and-true approach for empowerment and success, not to mention laughter and love. W.o.W. offers continuous support and resources, plus access to Dr. Cristie, for a low-cost membership.➡️Join Our community: https://wonder.myflodesk.com/womenofwonderWelcome to a very special episode and potentially the start of a new series I’m calling "XYZ". Why? Because I am a Gen X mom, and today I’m sitting down with my Gen Z daughter, Faith King.We decided to leave this conversation raw and unfiltered mic bumps, dog snores, and all because that is real life. We’re digging into the weeds of the generational divide, debating everything from the "latchkey kid" mentality versus the "hovering parent" model to the massive events that shaped us differently, like 9/11 and COVID.We also get into the pressure of the "Turkey Timer" that feeling that there’s a little button waiting to pop up and tell you it’s time to get married, buy a house, and have babies. Spoiler alert: Faith reminds me that for her generation, the housing bubble and the economy have moved those goalposts significantly.Finally, we wrap up with a "Wonder" that surprised us both: the kids are putting down their screens and bringing back Cat's Cradle.In this episode:The "XYZ" Dynamic: Can a Gen X mom really be friends with her Gen Z kids?Shaping Events: How the Challenger explosion and 9/11 compare to growing up during a global lockdown.The "Turkey Timer": Why the old timeline for adulthood doesn't apply to Gen Z.The Wonder: A simple piece of string is winning the battle against technology.If you’re Gen Z and you felt seen by this episode, or if you’re a parent trying to understand your adult kids, please share this with a friend! Get full access to Cristie Ritz-King, PsyD at critzking.substack.com/subscribe | 40m 12s | ||||||
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