Parent Coaches Unleashed

Parent Coaches Unleashed is a podcast that dives deep into the unspoken realities of parenting. Hosted by life coaches Carrie Wiesenfeld and Jessica Anger, this show is an unfiltered, no-holds-barred exploration of the joys, challenges, and everything in between that comes with raising children. Whether you're a new parent feeling overwhelmed, a teacher seeking insights, or a grandparent navigating your role, this podcast offers a community where your experiences are acknowledged and discussed. We tackle the topics that others shy away from, from the daily struggles to the profound moments that shape our parenting journeys. Where no topics are taboo or off limits. Join us as we let loose and discuss the real, raw feelings about parenting.

Parent Coaches Unleashed is a kids podcast hosted by Jessica Anger and Carrie Wiesenfeld, with 111 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Jessica Anger and Carrie Wiesenfeld hosts Parent Coaches Unleashed, a kids show with 111 episodes published.

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  Episode #84

  Stop Fixing, Start Listening: Helping Young Adults Make Their Own Decisions

  Oct 1, 202630 minS3

  Send us an email @ info@parentcoachesunleashed.com As your children grow into young adults, the way you support them has to grow, too. In this episode of Parent Coaches Unleashed , Jessica Anger and Carrie Wiesenfeld share honest stories about the challenging work of listening more, resisting the urge to fix, and letting their sons make important decisions for themselves. Jessica describes how her son Jackson took four days to choose between two college fraternities. Though she and her husband had their own hopes, they made space for Jaxon to weigh his options, ask questions, and decide what felt right for him. Carrie shares how her son Devin asked for help thinking through a possible job change. Together, they listened, made a pros-and-cons list, and considered what was still unknown—without making the decision for him. The conversation explores how parents can be a sounding board rather than the decision-maker: ask whether your child wants advice or simply to be heard, give them room to explain their thinking, and offer structure without taking over. Jessica and Carrie also reflect on why it can feel so hard to hold back, how parents’ emotions can become tied to their children’s choices, and the pride that comes from watching a young adult work through a decision independently. This isn’t presented as a quick or effortless transformation. Jessica and Carrie acknowledge that their families’ paths included challenges, and that learning to parent emerging adults takes practice. Their stories offer reassurance for parents navigating the transition from managing a child’s choices to supporting a more independent young person—with hope that even a bumpy path can lead toward greater confidence and autonomy. Connect with Jessica Anger and Carrie Wiesenfeld: Instagram | info@parentcoachesunleashed.com Soaring Hawk Life Coaching | Ocean Waves Parenting

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  Episode #83

  Lost in Place: Supporting Adult Children Without Rescuing Them - A Conversation with Kim Muench

  Sep 17, 202645 minS3

  Send us an email @ info@parentcoachesunleashed.com Carrie Wiesenfeld and Jessica Anger welcome back Kim Muench, certified parent coach and founder of Real Life Parent Guide, to talk about her new book, Lost in Place: How to Support, Motivate, and Launch an Adult Child . The conversation focuses on what changes when kids become adults, especially when they are still living at home, struggling with independence, or dealing with mental health concerns. Kim Muench is a certified parent coach who specializes in helping parents of emerging and adult children navigate challenges involving independence, mental health, substance use, motivation, and the transition into adulthood. She is the founder of Real Life Parent Guide and the author of Lost in Place: How to Support, Motivate, and Launch an Adult Child . In this episode, Kim shares a practical, compassionate framework for parents who want to support their adult children without taking responsibility for their lives. The discussion covers boundaries, family dynamics, mental health, and how to respond when adult children push back. Key topics Kim explains why she prefers the term “lost in place” over “failure to launch,” framing the issue as a developmental delay rather than a final judgment. She defines “emerging adulthood” as the post-high-school phase before financial and physical independence, noting that it can now extend into the early 30s. The hosts and Kim discuss how adult children may boomerang home after living independently, creating emotional and financial strain for parents. Kim emphasizes that parents cannot control an adult child’s behavior, only their own boundaries and responses. She introduces her four Cs framework for parents: clarity, calm, confidence, and consistency. In a financial rescue scenario, Kim advises parents to stop panicking, identify the pattern, and return responsibility to the adult child by asking, “What do you see are your options?” Kim discusses how fear of self-harm, guilt, and parents’ inability to tolerate their own anxiety often keep them stuck in enabling patterns. For adult children struggling with anxiety or depression, Kim recommends assessing the actual level of functioning, the quality of the relationship, and whether professional support is in place. She suggests small relational shifts like pausing before replying to late-night text floods and building connection through low-pressure shared activities. When a parent sets a boundary and the adult child reacts angrily, Kim says the boundary is still valid and parents should not collapse under guilt or over-explain themselves. She explains that family living agreements can work well, but only if parents stay consistent and do not undermine one another. Kim encourages parents to see anger and other difficult emotions as part of the process, not as proof that they are doing something wrong. Her biggest takeaway: parents need an open mind and a willingness to shift out of old generational habits and into a more relational, less controlling approach. Link to Kim's new book, Lost in Place:How to Support, Motivate, and Launch an Adult Child https://a.co/d/02lbnnpU Connect with Jessica Anger and Carrie Wiesenfeld: Instagram | info@parentcoachesunleashed.com Soaring Hawk Life Coaching | Ocean Waves Parenting

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  Episode #82

  The Comic Book that Makes Consent Click: A Conversation with Tiffany Braxton

  Sep 3, 202643 minS3

  Send us an email @ info@parentcoachesunleashed.com Summary Most parents wait too long to talk about consent, boundaries, and sexting—and by then, kids may already be navigating pressure alone. Tiffany Braxton turns one of the hardest conversations in parenting into something teens will actually pick up: a comic book that teaches self-advocacy, healthy boundaries, and what respectful relationships really look like. On this episode of Parent Coaches Unleashed , Jessica Anger and Carrie Wiesenfeld talk with Tiffany about how her own healing journey and teaching background led her to create Consent Comics , an illustrated nonfiction series designed to help kids recognize pressure, trust their instincts, and say no without shame. Tiffany shares why comics work so well for a scrolling generation, how she created Zay—a genderless character kids can see themselves in—and why the stories are intentionally written to feel real rather than preachy. You’ll discover: Why Tiffany chose comics instead of a traditional consent book How she created a character that invites every reader in Three different story paths showing what happens when boundaries are crossed, respected, or repaired How thought bubbles help kids name what they feel Why apologies and meaningful repair matter How Tiffany is working on a new comic about sextortion and digital safety How parents can begin age-appropriate conversations about consent at home Why children need to feel respected in order to feel safe speaking up This episode is essential listening for parents, caregivers, therapists, and anyone raising kids in a world where internet access can change everything. Tiffany’s work offers families a practical way to begin safer, more honest conversations about boundaries, relationships, online pressure, and self-advocacy. Tiffany Braxton is the author of Consent Comics , an illustrated nonfiction series that teaches consent, boundaries, and self-advocacy through relatable storytelling. She is also a survivor and educator whose work is helping kids, parents, and therapists start important conversations. https://consentcomics.com/ Connect with Jessica Anger and Carrie Wiesenfeld: Instagram | info@parentcoachesunleashed.com Soaring Hawk Life Coaching | Ocean Waves Parenting

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  Episode #81

  ISupporting Neurodivergent Kids from Childhood to College: A Conversation With Bea Moise

  Aug 20, 20261 hourS3

  Send us an email @ info@parentcoachesunleashed.com In this episode of Parent Coaches Unleashed , and in collaboration with Different Brains, Jessica Anger and Carrie Wiesenfeld speak with Bea Moise, a certified cognitive specialist, parent coach, three-time author, and the mother of two neurodivergent children. Bea is known for helping families, educators, and organizations better understand cognitive differences with practical, evidence-based strategies that replace shame with support. Her work is shaped by both professional expertise and lived experience, making her an especially insightful guide for parents navigating ADHD, autism, anxiety, dyslexia, and executive functioning challenges. The conversation centers on how parents can better understand neurodivergence across childhood, adolescence, and college, and why “just focus” is not a useful answer for many families. https://beatricemoise.com/ https://differentbrains.org/ Connect with Jessica Anger and Carrie Wiesenfeld: Instagram | info@parentcoachesunleashed.com Soaring Hawk Life Coaching | Ocean Waves Parenting

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  Episode #80

  Trey Tucker on Raising Strong Young Men: Anxiety, Addiction, and the Power of Parent Connection

  Aug 6, 202650 minS3

  Send us an email @ info@parentcoachesunleashed.com Raising strong young men is harder than ever, and the biggest threats are not always the ones parents expect. Licensed professional counselor Trey Tucker breaks down why anxiety, isolation, gambling, pornography, and overprotection can quietly shape boys long before parents realize what is happening. Host Jessica Anger and Carrie dig into the pressures facing boys and young men today, from the early-twenties identity crash after college to the hidden ways phones and social media fuel addiction. Trey explains why moms are often the key gateway to reaching sons, why therapy for guys has to sound practical instead of clinical, and how simple analogies like "an oil change for your brain" can make mental health finally land. You’ll discover: Why the early twenties are such a vulnerable transition for young men How parents can model emotional honesty without forcing a lecture Why anxiety is more like a check engine light than an enemy How helicopter and snowplow parenting can unintentionally weaken resilience What makes gambling and porn especially dangerous in a phone-first world The red flags parents should watch for, from isolation to secretive app use Trey also shares why addiction is usually a symptom of an unmet need, why connection is the real antidote, and how fathers, mentors, uncles, coaches, and other male role models can help fill the gap when a young man needs strength from another man. If you’re raising boys, mentoring them, or trying to understand what today’s culture is doing to young people, this conversation is essential listening. Perfect for parents who want practical tools, honest language, and a clearer path to helping sons become strong, grounded adults without rescuing them from every hard thing. Trey Tucker is a licensed professional counselor and founder of Rugged Counseling. He is also the author of Tough Enough , a book written specifically for men in their 20s and focused on mental health in a way that actually reaches them. Instagram: @ruggedcounseling Connect with Jessica Anger and Carrie Wiesenfeld: Instagram | info@parentcoachesunleashed.com Soaring Hawk Life Coaching | Ocean Waves Parenting

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