THE PARENTING IQ PODCAST
Understand your child & parent with confidence
Parenting advice is everywhere. Knowing what fits your child and your family can feel really hard.
The Parenting IQ Podcast helps you make everyday parenting decisions with greater understanding and confidence. Join Dr. Kelly Cagle and her guests for practical conversations that connect research with real family life so you can understand your child, weigh your options, and confidently choose your next step.
Hosted by Dr. Kelly Cagle, a PhD in K-16 education, ADHD researcher, and homeschooling mom of three boys, each episode helps you better understand your child’s needs, so you feel confident teaching life skills, character, and emotional intelligence that go far beyond the textbook and last a lifetime.
Some of the topics we cover include:
ADHD-friendly parenting strategies
How to motivate your kids without nagging
Building confident, connected families
Teaching life skills that stick
Rethinking academics for real-world success
Managing sibling dynamics and home rhythms
Biblical wisdom + brain science and so much more
The show is proudly part of The Christian Parenting Podcast Network.
Our mission is to help you understand your child so you can parent with confidence.
What Michael Jr. Says Every Dad Needs to Hear Right Now
What does it really mean to be a great dad? In this powerful and hilarious conversation, Michael Jr. shares hard-earned wisdom on fatherhood, faith, marriage, and personal growth. From learning to trust God over hustle culture to viewing conflict as an opportunity for transformation, Michael challenges parents to lead from a place of curiosity, grace, and purpose. You'll laugh, reflect, and walk away encouraged by his reminder that God isn't asking parents to be perfect—He's asking them to stay connected to the perfect Father.
Why Some Men Win at Work and Lose at Home w/ Joshua Cagle
Why do so many men succeed at work yet struggle to stay connected at home? In this Father's Day episode, Dr. Kelly Cagle and her husband, Joshua Cagle, discuss identity, leadership, and legacy, sharing practical wisdom on balancing career, family, and faith. Learn how to lead with intentionality, stay grounded in your God-given identity, and build a legacy that lasts far beyond your accomplishments.
How Smart Parents Teach Kids About Money w/ Dr. Stephen Day
In this episode, Dr. Kelly Cagle sits down with Dr. Stephen Day to discuss how parents can teach kids about money through everyday experiences, not just financial lessons. They explore practical ways to help children develop healthy habits around earning, saving, spending, and giving while building responsibility and confidence along the way. Dr. Day shares why elementary-age years are critical for shaping money values and offers simple strategies parents can implement at home. This conversation will encourage moms and dads to turn ordinary family moments into powerful lessons that prepare kids for a lifetime of financial wisdom.
Why Dads Feel So Overwhelmed and the Surprising Solution w/ Joshua Becker
In this episode, Dr. Kelly Cagle sits down with bestselling author Joshua Becker to discuss why so many dads feel overwhelmed and how simplifying life can create more space for faith, family, and purpose. Joshua shares how consumerism, clutter, and the pursuit of "more" often distract us from what matters most. Together, they explore practical ways to reduce overwhelm, become more present with your family, and prioritize spiritual growth. This conversation will encourage parents to live with greater intention and focus on building a lasting legacy.
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Speaking Topics
ADHD Conversations:
Parenting Beyond the ADHD Label— Understanding a child’s strengths, challenges, and needs without letting a diagnosis “define” them.
Why Won’t You Just Do It?— Exploring why getting started, following directions, and finishing tasks can be difficult, and how parents can help through systems, not more nagging and yelling.
Homework, ADHD, and the Parent-Child Relationship— Creating a more supportive homework experience through realistic expectations and school partnerships.
ADHD and Big Feelings— Navigating frustration and emotional overwhelm with compassion, clear boundaries, and opportunities to reconnect.
Building Independence When Your Child Has ADHD— Helping children practice responsibility with support that grows and changes alongside them.
Home Rhythms Conversations:
Creating a Home That Works for Your Family— Establishing predictable patterns that bring structure while making room for joy, hiccups, and real life.
Less Rushing, More Connection— Using simple moments as anchors, making busy life feel more manageable and less chaotic.
The After-School Reset— Creating space for kids’ needs while juggling homework, activities, and family time.
Running a Home Like a Business— Using systems to create a healthier flow, accomplish more, bring clarity and unity, and build skills
When the World Becomes Your School— Recognizing there are many lessons no school will teach and how we can weave them into our day-to-day.
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