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The Holistic Kids Show

The Holistic Kids Show

By: The Holistic Kids (Abdullah Zain Emaad and Qasim Ansari)
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Hosted by siblings Abdullah, Zain, Emaad, and Qasim Ansari — national speakers and co-authors of The Teen Health Revolution — this groundbreaking podcast is for kids, by kids! Each episode dives into how young people can take charge of their mind, body, and soul health through holistic, science-backed, and expert conversations. Join the hosts as they interview top doctors, scientists, thought leaders, and change-makers from around the world — exploring topics like mental wellness, nutrition, mindfulness, purpose, finance, and resilience. With fun, curiosity, and heart, The Holistic Kids' Show empowers the next generation to live healthier, happier, and more connected lives. Inspiring the youth. Transforming families. Revolutionizing health — one kid at a time. Learn more at https://theholistickidsshow.com/
Episodes
  • Teens Who Talk: Understanding Each Other with Dr. Ann-Louise Lockhart
    Jun 26 2026

    Timestamps :

    00:00 — Intro & Welcome to the Holistic Kids Show

    00:55 — Meet Dr. Ann-Louise Lockhart

    01:46 — Dr. Lockhart's Origin Story: From Fashion to Psychology

    03:38 — The Biggest Communication Struggle Between Teens & Parents

    04:24 — #1 Thing Parents Can Do to Connect With Their Teen

    05:58 — Is This Generation More Emotionally Overwhelmed? Tech & AI's Impact

    08:26 — Does Technology Help or Hurt Teen-Parent Relationships?

    12:39 — How Teens Can Feel Emotionally Safe Enough to Open Up

    14:34 — Academic Pressure in Black & Brown Families: The Million-Dollar Question

    17:27 — Why Sibling Communication is Breaking Down

    20:10 — Setting Healthy Screen Time Limits: Parent Control Apps

    21:36 — Why Friendships Are So Crucial During the Teen Years

    23:36 — How to Escape Toxic Friendships & Peer Pressure

    26:00 — Dr. Lockhart's One Message for Every Teen: Be Authentic

    28:30 — Recap of Key Takeaways & Where to Find Dr. Lockhart

    Teens Who Talk: Understanding Each Other with Dr. Ann-Louise Lockhart

    Why do teens and parents so often feel like they're speaking completely different languages — and what can both sides do to actually fix it?

    In this episode of the Holistic Kids Show, teen hosts Zayn, Dilla, and Iman sit down with Dr. Ann-Louise Lockhart — board-certified pediatric psychologist, parent coach, national speaker, and bestselling author of Love the Teen You Have and Raising Teens Who Talk to You — for an honest, eye-opening conversation about one of the most universal struggles in family life: communication.

    In this episode, you'll learn:

    • Why parents and teens keep talking past each other (hint: it's emotion vs. logic)
    • The #1 thing parents can do TODAY to improve their relationship with their teen
    • How technology, social media, and screen time are reshaping teen mental health — for better AND worse
    • Why Gen Z and Gen Alpha are actually more emotionally intelligent than any previous generation
    • How to break free from toxic friendships and peer pressure
    • Why academic pressure in Black and Brown families is causing a mental health crisis — and how to find balance
    • The power of family dinners, sibling connection, and intentional tech use
    • Dr. Lockhart's one message every teen needs to hear about being authentic

    Whether you're a teen trying to feel heard, or a parent trying to connect — this episode is for you.

    Connect with Dr. Ann-Louise Lockhart: Instagram: @dr.annlouise.lockhart Website: anewdaysa.com

    The Holistic Kids Show — where kids empower kids. Subscribe, leave a review, and share with every family who needs it.

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    Learn more about Dr. Madiha Saeed at https://holisticmommd.com, or follow her on social media @HolisticMomMD

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    31 mins
  • Tired Kids: Uncover the Real Causes of Fatigue & Simple Habits to Get Your Energy Back
    Jun 19 2026

    Timestamps :

    00:12 — Introduction — Meet the Holistic Kids hosts & welcome Dr. Evan Hirsch

    00:23 — The Fatigue Epidemic in Kids — Why kids today are chronically tired

    01:30 — Dr. Hirsch's Origin Story — From conventional medicine to holistic fatigue specialist

    02:18 — His Personal Battle — Dr. Hirsch's own chronic fatigue syndrome diagnosis

    02:50 — The Toxic Five — Heavy metals, mold, chemicals, infections & nervous system dysfunction

    04:08 — Biggest Fatigue Mistake — Why people misread tiredness as "just getting older"

    04:30 — Toxins from Birth — 300+ chemicals found in newborn cord blood

    05:50 — Top Energy Drainers for Kids — Screens, sleep deprivation, poor diet & dehydration

    07:58 — Daily Habits to Boost Energy — Simple, natural practices anyone can start today

    08:36 — The Morning Water Trick — Why your brain shrinks 60% during sleep & how water helps

    09:45 — Warning Signs to Watch — When fatigue means it's time to see a doctor

    11:04 — Inside Your Cells — How mitochondria drive energy & what shuts them down

    12:22 — Trauma & Energy — How stress and generational trauma drain your body

    14:46 — Advice for Parents — How to identify and address fatigue in your kids

    16:23 — Dr. Hirsch's 4-Step Method — The framework to resolve chronic fatigue naturally

    19:55 — #1 Thing to Do Right Now — Sleep & hydration as the ultimate energy foundations

    21:22 — Where to Find Dr. Hirsch — fixyourfatigue.com & free assessment call

    Are your kids always exhausted — even after a full night's sleep? In this episode of The Holistic Kids Show, hosts Zane, Maz, and Carson sit down with world-renowned fatigue and long COVID expert Dr. Evan Hirsch, founder and CEO of the International Center for Fatigue, to uncover why so many kids (and adults) are struggling with chronic tiredness — and what to do about it.

    Dr. Hirsch shares his personal journey from burned-out conventional doctor to holistic fatigue specialist, including his own battle with chronic fatigue syndrome. He breaks down his signature "Toxic Five" — heavy metals, mold, chemicals, chronic infections, and stress/trauma — and explains how these hidden culprits silently drain your energy from the inside out.

    In this episode, you'll learn:

    • Why kids today are more tired than ever (and it's not just screen time)
    • What's really happening inside your cells when you feel constantly exhausted
    • How trauma — even generational trauma — affects your energy levels
    • Warning signs that your fatigue needs a doctor's attention
    • Dr. Hirsch's simple 4-step method to restore energy naturally
    • The #1 thing any kid, teen, or parent can do right now to feel better

    Simple daily habits covered:

    • Start your morning with a liter of filtered water
    • Build a daily gratitude practice
    • Prioritize 7–9 hours of sleep and get off your phone at night

    Whether you're a kid feeling drained, a teen burning the candle at both ends, or a parent trying to help your child thrive — this episode is packed with practical, digestible advice.

    🌐 Learn more about Dr. Evan Hirsch at fixyourfatigue.com

    Follow us on social media: @HolisticMomMD & @HolisticKidShowLook out for our new book: The Teen Health Revolution

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    Learn more about Dr. Madiha Saeed at https://holisticmommd.com, or follow her on social media @HolisticMomMD

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    26 mins
  • Weight Health, Not Weight Loss: What Kids Need to Know About Hormones, Gut Health & Growing Strong
    Jun 12 2026

    Timestamps :

    00:00 — Intro — Welcome to the Holistic Kids Show

    00:20 — The Childhood Obesity Crisis: The Numbers

    01:14 — Guest Introduction: Ashley Koff, RD

    02:12 — Ashley's Personal Story & What Drove Her Mission

    04:34 — Rethinking Weight: It's a Signal, Not a Sentence

    05:15 — Introducing Your Best Shot & Weight Health

    06:07 — Understanding Hormones: GLP-1, GIP, CCK & PYY Explained Simply

    08:15 — How Gut Hormones Control Blood Sugar, Appetite & Bone Health

    10:16 — The Gut-Hormone Connection: Why Your Microbiome Matters

    11:05 — Can Kids Take GLP-1 Hormones?

    11:25 — Ozempic, Wegovy & GLP-1 Medications Explained

    13:40 — GLP-1 Medications Approved for Kids 10+ — What Parents Must Know

    15:28 — 3 Daily Habits to Naturally Balance Your Hormones

    17:21 — Habit #2: Eat Like a Race Car — Fueling at the Right Times

    18:04 — Habit #3: Move After Every Meal — Why 7 Minutes Matters

    22:03 — "Better, Not Perfect" — What That Really Means for Teens

    25:00 — The One Nutrition Rule Every Kid Should Know

    29:49 — Where to Find Ashley Koff & Her Resources

    One in five US children lives with obesity — but are we asking the right questions? In this powerful episode, the Holistic Kids crew sits down with Ashley Koff, RD, USA Today bestselling author of Your Best Shot and a leading weight health practitioner with over 25 years of experience.

    Ashley flips the script on how we talk about weight with kids — moving away from diets, BMI, and body shame, and toward understanding what the body is actually telling us. She explains how hormones like GLP-1, GIP, and PYY are made in the gut lining, why antibiotics and medications can disrupt them for years, and what that means for growing bodies.

    The conversation also tackles the rising use of GLP-1 medications (like Ozempic and Wegovy) in kids as young as 10 — what the research says, what parents and teens should know, and why these medications are a tool, not a solution on their own.

    In this episode, you'll learn:

    • Why weight is a signal, not a sentence
    • What GLP-1, GIP, and gut hormones actually do — explained simply
    • How antibiotics and medications affect your hormones for years
    • The truth about GLP-1 medications for kids and teens
    • 3 daily habits to naturally support hormone balance
    • Why BMI is a flawed measure — and what to look at instead
    • The "race car" nutrition approach that keeps your body running better
    • What "better, not perfect" really means for teenagers

    Guest: Ashley Koff, RD — Founder of The Better Nutrition Program, author of Your Best Shot, recognized by CNN as one of the Top 100 Health Makers.

    🔗 Find Ashley: thebetternutritionprogram.com 📖 Book: Your Best Shot (includes free access to Ashley's coaching community)

    --- Follow us on social: @holistickidshow | @holisticmomd Subscribe, rate & review so more families can find us!This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.

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    Learn more about Dr. Madiha Saeed at https://holisticmommd.com, or follow her on social media @HolisticMomMD

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    33 mins
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