Good Inside with Dr. Becky

Good Inside

Join clinical psychologist and mom of three Dr. Becky Kennedy on her weekly podcast, as she takes on tough parenting questions and delivers actionable guidance—all in short episodes, because we know time is hard to find as a parent. Her breakthrough approach has enabled thousands of people to get more comfortable in discomfort, make repairs after mistakes, and always see the good inside. You'll gain the tools to embody your authority while developing a stronger parent-child connection, helping you become the parent you want to be and helping your child develop the skills necessary for life success.

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108 episodes
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Nov 18, 2025 · 41 min
Raising Kids in a World of Smartphones & AI
Parenting in the era of smartphones and AI is… a lot. Dr. Becky sits down with Dr. Jean Twenge, author of Ten Rules for Raising Kids in a High-Tech World. Together, they share 10 research-based rules to help parents set boundaries around phones, use parental controls effectively, create phone-free zones, and give kids real-world freedom that builds confidence and resilience.
Nov 11, 2025 · 36 min
The Cost of Compliance for Our Kids
We often think of “good” kids as those who listen and follow rules, but what if constant compliance comes with a long-term cost? Dr. Becky talks with Dr. Sunita Sah, author of Defy: The Power of No in a World that Demands Yes, about rethinking defiance, the downsides of over-compliance, and helping kids balance cooperation with self-respect.
Nov 4, 2025 · 40 min
Can We Really “Have it All”?
Modern parents are stretched to the limit: careers, childcare, and expectations keep growing, but the day is still only 24 hours long. In this episode, Dr. Becky and economist Dr. Corinne Low unpack the data behind parental exhaustion and share realistic ways to reclaim your time, reduce resentment, and feel more present in daily life.
Oct 28, 2025 · 29 min
Let’s Talk About Sex
There’s no “right” time for the sex talk. Just ask Dr. Becky - who ended up explaining condoms to her 5-year-old on a crowded New York City subway. Of course, it’s normal for these conversions to feel awkward - especially if you didn’t have them growing up. In today’s episode, learn how to turn tricky talks into meaningful moments of connection with scripts and strategies for sharing accurate, inclusive, and age-appropriate information about bodies, porn, sex, and more.
Oct 21, 2025 · 37 min
Let’s Talk Bullying With Dr. Sheryl Ziegler
Few things feel more triggering than hearing that your kid is being teased or left out. If your first instinct is to “fix” the situation - text the teacher, call a parent, march up to school - you’re not alone. But as Dr. Becky and Dr. Sheryl Ziegler explain, our own wounds can make us miss what our kids need most. This episode unpacks why bullying feels so personal - and how to reset before you react.
Oct 14, 2025 · 39 min
"I Quit!”: The Hidden Cost of Convenience for Our Kids
Our kids experience almost no gap between “want” and “have.” Looking for a movie? Stream it now. Have a question? Search for instant answers. Need a new water bottle? Select next-day shipping. In today’s episode, Dr. Becky explains why our kids get less practice waiting and tolerating frustration than previous generations - and how parents can intentionally build resilience in a world of convenience.
Oct 7, 2025 · 21 min
When Our Nervous Systems Hijack Our Parenting
If you’ve yelled at your kid, you’re not a bad parent. You’re a good parent with an overwhelmed nervous system. Today, Dr. Becky breaks down the science behind yelling, snapping, and shutting down. She explains why our bodies react before our brains can catch up - and how understanding this will help you pause, reset, and reconnect.
Sep 30, 2025 · 25 min
Can’t They Just Get Along?! Let’s Talk Siblings
Your kids are arguing again, and you’re exhausted: “Can’t you just get along?!” As a mom of three, Dr. Becky gets it. And in today’s episode, she shares a powerful reframe: Sibling rivalry isn’t a problem to fix - it’s an opportunity to build relationship skills for life. Here’s how to help your kids share space, navigate conflict… and, yes, stop hitting each other, too.
Sep 23, 2025 · 50 min
Jersey Shore’s Mike “The Situation” and Lauren Sorrentino on Sobriety and Parenthood
You might know Mike “The Situation” and Lauren Sorrentino from Jersey Shore. Today, they’re parents of three, navigating recovery and raising resilient kids. In this candid conversation with Dr. Becky, they share how sobriety shapes their parenting, how they plan to talk with their children about substances, and why connection - not perfection - is the key to breaking cycles.
Sep 16, 2025 · 45 min
Dealing with Feelings: A Conversation With Dr. Marc Brackett
Many of us grew up hearing, “Don’t cry, you’re fine” or “Stop overreacting!” Now, we want to raise our kids differently… but how? Dr. Becky sits down with Dr. Marc Brackett, founding director of the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence, to talk about his powerful personal story and research. They discuss understanding emotions as data, validating kids’ feelings without overindulging them, and building emotional literacy for the whole family.
Sep 11, 2025 · 13 min
Dr. Becky's Carpool Q&A
Something no one tells you about parenting? How much time you'll spend in the driver’s seat - chauffeuring your kid to school, playdates, soccer, birthday parties, you name it. That's why Dr. Becky partnered with Chomps to answer questions from parents like you about carpool. In this bonus episode, she shares how to make car rides easier and more meaningful.
Sep 9, 2025 · 35 min
Should I Praise My Kid?
Praise always feels good in the moment. But does it build confidence that lasts? In today’s episode, Dr. Becky shares some surprising research on praise - and what it tells us about how to affirm our kids in more effective ways. You’ll learn exactly what to do to build your kid’s self-esteem in both high and low moments.
Sep 2, 2025 · 46 min
Navigating the Parent-Grandparent Dynamic
In honor of Grandparents Day, Dr. Becky takes questions from both sides: She hears from parents who feel stuck between gratitude and frustration about their parents’ involvement, and from grandparents who feel both needed and dismissed. Together, these conversations highlight the messy and necessary reality of building strong, emotionally healthy families across generations.
Aug 26, 2025 · 1 hr 9 min
Exclusive Peek: A Good Inside Members' Q&A
For the first time, we’re pulling back the curtain and sharing something usually reserved just for Good Inside Members - a live Q&A with Dr. Becky and Senior Good Inside Coach, Jamie Pfeffer. From dealing with bullying and hitting to navigating triggers, this conversation gives a peek inside the power of this community: real parents asking real questions - and getting unfiltered, empathetic, and practical support in return. Every question opens the door to powerful reframes and step-by-step stra
Aug 19, 2025 · 29 min
Let's Talk Back-to-School
Sharpened pencils, new backpacks, picture-perfect outfits. Even if back-to-school season looks shiny on the outside, it often comes with a swirl of messy feelings for kids and parents! In this episode, Dr. Becky unpacks why starting school is more than just a change in schedule - and how to stay sturdy during the turbulence of transitions. She reframes regressive behaviors and offers practical strategies for building routines, so you and your child can feel more connected, resilient, and confide
Aug 12, 2025 · 41 min
A Different Take on Screen Time
Back-to-school can test screen time rules. Dr. Becky leans on an expert guest to reframe limits so they’re guided by values, not guilt.
Aug 5, 2025 · 25 min
Why Imaginative Play Matters (and Why It’s Okay if It Feels Hard)
Dr. Becky shares why imaginative play fuels kids’ growth, how to spark wonder, and why it’s normal for parents to struggle with play.
Jul 29, 2025 · 32 min
Consent Starts at Home
The big, high-risk moments start with small parenting ones—Dr. Becky explains how everyday interactions lay the foundation for consent, self-trust, and emotional safety.
Jul 22, 2025 · 44 min
How We Grow Up: Inside the Adolescent Brain with Matt Richtel
Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist Matt Richtel joins Dr. Becky to explore the adolescent brain, teen mental health, and the science of how we grow up.
Jul 15, 2025 · 46 min
The DFK Story I Haven’t Told — Until Now
In this powerful and intimate episode, Dr. Becky shares the never-before-told story behind the original Deeply Feeling Kid (DFK) - her daughter. For the first time, she opens up about what it was really like parenting a child with big emotions: the moments of connection, the moments of struggle, and the internal battles no one else could see.

Good Inside with Dr. Becky

Raising Kids in a World of Smartphones & AI

The Cost of Compliance for Our Kids

Can We Really “Have it All”?

Let’s Talk About Sex

Let’s Talk Bullying With Dr. Sheryl Ziegler

"I Quit!”: The Hidden Cost of Convenience for Our Kids

When Our Nervous Systems Hijack Our Parenting

Can’t They Just Get Along?! Let’s Talk Siblings

Jersey Shore’s Mike “The Situation” and Lauren Sorrentino on Sobriety and Parenthood

Dealing with Feelings: A Conversation With Dr. Marc Brackett

Dr. Becky's Carpool Q&A

Should I Praise My Kid?

Navigating the Parent-Grandparent Dynamic

Exclusive Peek: A Good Inside Members' Q&A

Let's Talk Back-to-School

A Different Take on Screen Time

Why Imaginative Play Matters (and Why It’s Okay if It Feels Hard)

Consent Starts at Home

How We Grow Up: Inside the Adolescent Brain with Matt Richtel

The DFK Story I Haven’t Told — Until Now