Raising Joy

Cook Children's

Raising Joy is part of Cook Children’s Joy Campaign, which aims to encourage hope and resilience among children and teens. Cook Children’s Health Care System is located in Fort Worth, Texas and has seen the mental and emotional toll the COVID-19 pandemic has taken on children and their families. In this podcast, hosts Wini King and Dr. Kristen Pyrc explore topics of anxiety, stress, depression, trauma and suicide in order to bring hope and needed resources to struggling children and families. Raising Joy is produced by the public relations team at Cook Children’s. The theme music was created by Raymond Turner from the Sparklefly Recording Studio at Cook Children’s. Disclaimer: The opinions and advice provided by our guests are not endorsed by Cook Children’s. If you or someone you know are struggling, please reach out for professional help. Cook Children’s has a list of crisis contact information for youth and families on its website: cookchildrens.org/joy.

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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Raising Joy episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Raising Joy for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Raising Joy episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

Wini and Dr. Pyrc Answer Listener Questions

Raising Joy

03/05/24 • 44 min

On this special episode of Raising Joy, hosts Wini King and Dr. Kristen Pyrc answer questions submitted by listeners. They cover everything from helping children deal with bullying, social media, balancing work and home, burn out and self-care. They also talk about what they have learned over the past two years of interviewing guests for Raising Joy. This is an episode you don’t want to m

Collaborating for Mind Health with M. Scott Perry, M.D.

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05/02/23 • 35 min

On this episode of Raising Joy, we meet M. Scott Perry, M.D., head of Neurosciences at the Jane and John Justin Institute for Mind Health at Cook Children’s Health Care System. At the Institute for Mind Health, Dr. Perry is bringing together nine specialties that commonly overlap in the treatment of nervous system disorders. He talks to us about how this unique approach will make care easier for patients and their families.

Conversations Matter with Brad Hunstable

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05/10/22 • 47 min

Brad Hunstable, CEO of electric motor company Linear Labs in Fort Worth and an Army veteran, understands firsthand the complexities that grieving families face after losing a child to suicide. Nothing prepared him for April 17, 2020, the day a figurative “nuclear bomb” went off in his world, altering it forever. Hunstable had just finished a call when his daughter, then 8, ran to him, telling him something was wrong with her big brother Hayden. The 12-year-old had been playing his favorite video game Fortnite in his bedroom while his dad worked from home. Hunstable rushed upstairs to his son’s bedroom and found Hayden in the closet, unresponsive. He called 911 and tried unsuccessfully to revive him. Hayden—described as a fun-loving, active boy who enjoyed playing sports and loved life––died by suicide four days shy of his 13th birthday. Over the past two years, Hunstable has been on a mission to prevent the same tragedy from hitting other families. Through his non-profit, Hayden’s Corner, Hunstable spreads the message #ConversationsMatter, encouraging parents to talk to their kids about suicide. He and his wife also produced the award-winning documentary Almost Thirteen to raise awareness of Hayden’s story. On this episode of Raising Joy, Hunstable candidly shares what he has learned since Hayden’s death and what he hopes other parents can learn from his experience. Raising Joy is part of Cook Children’s Health Care System’s Joy Campaign, a communications initiative aimed at preventing youth suicides. For more information about the Joy Campaign, visit cookchildrens.org/joy.

Preventing suicides with Tom and Ellen Harris

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04/19/22 • 34 min

Tom and Ellen Harris are the founders and co-chairs of the Jordan Elizabeth Harris Foundation (JEHF) named in honor of their daughter, Jo. Jo was valedictorian of her high school class, a National Merit Scholarship winner, a Stamps scholar at the University of Michigan, an athlete, musician, and most importantly a warm, friendly, compassionate young woman. The Harris family lost Jo to suicide on March 27, 2012. Through their grief, the Harris family of North Richland Hills, Texas, decided to create the JEHF, which provides suicide prevention and education for children and adults, as well as depression research funding. You can learn more about the JEHF at jordanharrisfoundation.org. Raising Joy is part of Cook Children’s Health Care System’s Joy Campaign, a communications initiative aimed at preventing youth suicides. For more information about the Joy Campaign, visit cookchildrens.org/joy.

One Pill Can Kill – Losing a child to fentanyl with Ed Ternan & Stephanie Hellstern

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03/29/22 • 37 min

Fentanyl is now the leading cause of death for people 18-45 years old in the United States, according to the latest data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Parents like Ed Ternan & Stephanie Hellstern know this fact too well and are doing everything in their power to spread the news. Though they live thousands of miles apart, Ed and Stephanie have connected as parents who have lost children to fentanyl, or so-called fentapills. Ed, who lives in California, started a non-profit called Song for Charlie in honor of Charlie Ternan who died after taking what he thought was a Percocet pill. The pill was actually pure fentanyl and killed him within 30 minutes. Stephanie, who lives in the Fort Worth area, lost her 16-year-old son, Kyle, in the summer of 2020. She found him in the backyard of their home. He too died from a single pill. She started the KSS Kyle Shane Sexton Foundation to raise awareness about what she calls the ‘poisoning’ of young people. Both Charlie and Kyle purchased the pills off of Snapchat, which Stephanie describes as “like ordering a pizza.” This is a conversation every parent needs to hear. Raising Joy is part of Cook Children’s Health Care System’s Joy Campaign, a communications initiative aimed at preventing youth suicides. For more information about the Joy Campaign, visit cookchildrens.org/joy.

Welcome to Raising Joy!

Raising Joy

02/25/22 • 26 min

Children and teens across the U.S. have struggled with stress, depression and anxiety throughout the pandemic. On this introductory episode of Raising Joy, hosts Wini King and Kristen Pyrc, M.D., discuss the alarming spike in youth suicide attempts, the different levels of mental health care available to kids, and what to do if you’re worried about your child. Raising Joy is part of Cook Children’s Health Care System’s Joy Campaign, a communications initiative aimed at preventing youth suicides. For more information about the Joy Campaign, visit cookchildrens.org/joy.

Jordan Walker Ross on Resilience, Disability, and Finding Strength in Vulnerability

Raising Joy

11/26/24 • 49 min

In this heartfelt episode of Raising Joy, we sit down with Jordan Walker Ross, beloved for his role as Little James in the hit series "The Chosen."

Born two months premature, Jordan lives with cerebral palsy, scoliosis, and severe asthma, enduring numerous surgeries and bullying. Despite these challenges, his passion for acting propelled him forward, even in the face of rejection for his physical differences. Jordan shares his inspiring journey of self-acceptance, the impact of a supportive family, and how embracing vulnerability has turned his challenges into strengths.

This conversation is a testament to resilience and the power of empathy, especially for parents raising children facing unique obstacles.

Raising Joy is part of Cook Children’s Health Care System’s Joy Campaign, a communications initiative aimed at preventing youth suicides. For more information about the Joy Campaign, visit www.cookchildrens.org/joy or follow us on Instagram @RaisingJoyPodcast and TikTok @Raising.Joy.

Navigating Burnout among Physicians

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04/30/24 • 53 min

In this episode of Raising Joy, we delve into the critical issue of physician burnout with Kirk Pinto, M.D., a pediatric urologist, and Sara Garza, M.D., a primary care physician. These leaders in physician well-being at Cook Children’s join us to shed light on this growing concern.

We'll explore the signs and symptoms of burnout, its impact on doctors, families, and patient care, and most importantly, strategies for prevention and management. Drs. Pinto and Garza will share practical self-care tips, the role of health care institutions in fostering well-being, and resources available to physicians struggling with burnout.

Whether you're a parent supporting a future doctor or a health care professional yourself, this episode offers valuable insights and hope for creating a more sustainable and fulfilling medical career.

Navigating the Online World with Neurodiverse Children

Raising Joy

11/21/23 • 35 min

In this episode, we chat with Laurie Williams George, a mother and doctoral student in educational psychology, about the challenges and rewards of parenting neurodiverse children. We delve into her research on autism and academic performance, as well as her son's heart-wrenching experience with bullying while playing video games online. We also discuss the importance of teaching kids how to behave online.

Laurie is also the creator of the online platform, Parent with Merit, which features articles and information about testing, diagnosis and the intervention process. The site also provides free resources regarding developmental disabilities, including organizations to reach out to and one-page information sheets available for download.

Resources:

· Parent with Merit

· Child Study Center at Cook Children’s

Supporting Kids with Dyslexia and Other Learning Disorders

Raising Joy

12/11/24 • 35 min

This episode of Raising Joy tackles the important topic of supporting children with learning disorders, specifically focusing on dyslexia. We're joined by Emily Jimenez, Ph.D.,
NCSP, a licensed clinical psychologist and neuropsychologist at The Jane and John Institute for Mind Health here at Cook Children’s. In this insightful discussion, Dr. Jimenez will share valuable insights and practical strategies for parents and educators
on how to effectively support children facing learning challenges.

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How many episodes does Raising Joy have?

Raising Joy currently has 96 episodes available.

What topics does Raising Joy cover?

The podcast is about Health Care, Emotional, Health & Fitness, Crisis, Stress, Kids & Family, Anxiety, Mental Health, Joy, Depression, Family, Healthy, Podcasts, Covid-19, Trauma, Kids, Children and Pandemic.

What is the most popular episode on Raising Joy?

The episode title 'Raising Joy Book Club: A Conversation with Dr. Peg Dawson' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Raising Joy?

The average episode length on Raising Joy is 36 minutes.

How often are episodes of Raising Joy released?

Episodes of Raising Joy are typically released every 7 days.

When was the first episode of Raising Joy?

The first episode of Raising Joy was released on Feb 25, 2022.

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