• DISPATCHES on Parenting Across Cultures

  • By: Hollie McKay
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DISPATCHES on Parenting Across Cultures

By: Hollie McKay
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  • From the emerald mountains of Afghanistan to the bustling streets of Tokyo to fishing villages of Alaska and everything in-between, pregnancy and parenting is a universal experience with countless variations. Join seasoned international journalist Hollie McKay as she embarks on a global journey to explore the rich mosaic of family life across countries and cultures. Each week, she sits down with mothers, fathers and experts from around the world, expats and locals alike, to uncover the unique challenges and triumphs of raising children in different parcels of the planet. From prenatal care to toddler tantrums, "Dispatches" delves deep into the heart of family life, sharing nuggets of wisdom, laughter, and inspiring stories that transcend borders. Discover the the rich diversity of our world, one eye-opening conversation at a time.

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  • From U.S. Army Ranger to Emergency Room Doctor: All Things School Shootings to Maternal Mortality

    From U.S. Army Ranger to Emergency Room Doctor: All Things School Shootings to Maternal Mortality
    Nov 19 2024

    In this compelling episode, I sit down with a U.S. Army Ranger veteran and ER doctor Matt Tipton who shares his extraordinary journey from rural East Tennessee to the U.S Army and emergency medicine. Matt opens up about raising three children post-divorce, the complexities of male mental health, and navigating the realities of school shootings in today’s America.

    Our conversation delves into the pressing issues he encounters in the ER, including the leading causes for children’s visits, and his insights on the alarming rise in America’s maternal mortality rate. A thoughtful discussion on service, survival, and the health of a nation in crisis.

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    47 mins
  • Iraqi-Christian Father on Surviving a Deadly Terrorist Attack on his Honeymoon and Raising a Son with Assyrian and American Values

    Iraqi-Christian Father on Surviving a Deadly Terrorist Attack on his Honeymoon and Raising a Son with Assyrian and American Values
    Nov 12 2024

    In this powerful and heart-wrenching episode, I sit down with my dear friend and war reporting buddy, Steven Nabil, an Iraqi Christian father who shares his harrowing journey of surviving war as a child and years later enduring a terrorist attack by ISIS at Istanbul airport while returning from his honeymoon. Steven opens up about the lasting trauma of these experiences and how it has shaped his family’s life. With resilience, he discusses his passion to preserve the ancient language of Jesus, and what fatherhood means to him in the face of death threats. Steven reflects on raising his son in a world shaped by Assyrian, Iraqi, and American values, all while striving to be the most present, loving, and selfless father he can be in the face of continued death threats as he exposes critical issues within the fabric of Iraqi society. This is a story of survival, faith, and the unbreakable bond of family with lots of wisdom along the way!

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    49 mins
  • From the Battlefield to Fatherhood: A Conversation with Kris "Tanto" Paronto

    From the Battlefield to Fatherhood: A Conversation with Kris "Tanto" Paronto
    Nov 5 2024

    In this powerful episode, Kris "Tanto" Paronto, former Army Ranger and Benghazi survivor, opens up about the challenges and triumphs of fatherhood. From juggling overseas deployments to learning how to be a present father later in life and endeavoring to make up for lost time, Kris shares his journey of shunning ego, stepping back from the spotlight, divorcing and re-marrying his wife, and simplifying his once chaotic world to focus on his family. Hear his emotional account of coming back from the brink of suicide and the life-changing lessons he's learned along the way. This candid conversation offers deep insights into fatherhood, resilience, and the advice Kris would give his younger self.

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    1 hr and 11 mins

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