THE PARENTING IQ PODCAST

Family Rhythms, Neurodivergence, &
Parenting Challenges and Solutions

The Parenting IQ Podcast is your go-to show for turning real-life parenting struggles into powerful learning opportunities. Whether you're raising a neurodivergent child, homeschooling, or navigating the pressures of academics and behavior, this podcast will equip you with practical tools and research-backed strategies to build a thriving home culture.

Hosted by Dr. Kelly Cagle-- a PhD in education, ADHD researcher, and homeschooling mom of three boys-- each episode unpacks how to use the daily little moments (yes, even the messy ones!) as opportunities to teach life skills, character, and emotional intelligence that go far beyond the textbook.

The show is proudly part of The Christian Parenting Podcast Network.

Topics 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

Subscribe on Apple or Spotify and join us as lifelong learners!

Our mission is to help you use the daily little moments as big learning opportunities.

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7 Personal Systems to Lower Stress

Feeling overwhelmed by the daily demands of parenting, work, and life? In this episode, Dr. Kelly Cagle shares 7 practical systems she’s implemented in her own home to reduce stress, improve family rhythms, and create more peace. From syncing calendars and simplifying meals to hiring your kids for chores and inviting God into the everyday moments—these systems are easy to apply and powerful in impact. Tune in to learn how small changes can lead to big breakthroughs in your daily life.

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Supporting Teens with Anxiety w/ Amber & Ollie Lia

When teens are hurting, how do we help them feel seen? In this conversation, Dr. Kelly Cagle speaks with Amber Lia and her 18-year-old son Ollie about anxiety, spiritual battles, and the healing power of faith, family, and emotional support. Drawing from their journey—and their new devotional You Are Seen—they share practical tools, encouragement, and hope for both parents and teens navigating mental health challenges in today’s world.

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You're Not Bad at Cooking... You're Still Learning w/ Dina Deleasa-Gonsar

Think you're bad at cooking? You're not—you're just still learning. In this inspiring conversation, cookbook author and Dish It Girl host Dina Deleasa-Gonsar joins Dr. Kelly Cagle to reframe kitchen confidence. Together, they explore why cooking doesn’t need to be perfect to be meaningful, how to simplify family meals, and how embracing a growth mindset can turn food into legacy. Whether you're a beginner or burned out, this episode will encourage you to take the pressure off—and just start.

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4 Areas that Will Help you Grow in 2026

Start your year with purpose! In this episode, Dr. Kelly Cagle shares four key areas that will help you embrace a lifelong learner mindset in 2026: writing things down, simplifying your life, staying connected to life-giving people, and stopping comparison quickly. With honest stories and practical tips, Kelly invites you to grow alongside her—one intentional step at a time.

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Parenting from a Place of Rest w/ Christy Nockels

What if rest isn’t a reward—but the starting point for parenting well? In this soul-stirring episode, Christy Nockels joins Dr. Kelly to talk about parenting from a place of peace, presence, and worship. From letting go of guilt to creating rhythms of rest in your home, Christy shares how the presence of God transforms motherhood from the inside out. Plus, hear the heart behind her new family worship album King Who Never Sleeps.

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Raising Kids Who Thrive Anywhere w/ Ali Gilkeson

Ali Gilkeson of Rend Collective joins Dr. Kelly to share how her family raised resilient, joy-filled kids while touring the world. From life on a tour bus to homeschooling on the go, Ali talks about parenting with grace, embracing help, and keeping faith at the center. She also introduces her newest children’s book Keeping the Light, inspired by the worship song My Lighthouse, encouraging kids to shine bright no matter where they are.

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Beyond a Diagnosis w/ Leland Vittert

News anchor Leland Vittert opens up for the first time about his childhood autism diagnosis and the powerful parenting that helped him rise above it. In this heartfelt episode, Leland shares how his father’s relentless support—and refusal to let a label define him—shaped his resilience and success. Dr. Kelly and Leland dive into identity, grit, and what it truly takes to raise kids who thrive beyond the limits of a diagnosis.

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Helping Dyslexic and ADHDers Love Reading the Bible w/ Laura Bartlett

Reading the Bible can be overwhelming—especially for kids with dyslexia, ADHD, or attention challenges. In this episode, Dr. Kelly Cagle talks with Laura Bartlett of Zondervan Bibles about the innovative Clear Focus Bible, designed with a bionic reading method that boosts fluency and confidence. Whether you're a parent of a neurodivergent child or just looking for ways to make Scripture more engaging at home, this episode offers hope, practical insight, and a powerful tool to help every child connect with God's Word.

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  • Being a healthy mom in an overstimulating world

  • When the world is your school: Learning that happens at home

  • Three character traits every child needs: Competence, creativity, and curiosity

  • Avoiding parental burnout

  • How to fight the current mental health crisis

  • Eight ways people are wired as learners through the 8 Multiple Intelligences theoretical lens

  • Improving home life with an ADHD child: Simple habits that make a big difference

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