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Part of our Coparenting Resource Guide
Podcasts and video resources offer real voices, practical insights, and emotional validation for co-parents navigating the challenges of shared parenting. Whether you prefer to listen during your commute, watch during a quiet evening, or find inspiration through expert interviews, these resources provide encouragement, education, and perspective to help you stay grounded and connected in your co-parenting journey.
Coparenting Podcasts
Coparenting Beyond Conflict by Sol Kennedy
Hosted by BestInterest founder Sol Kennedy, this podcast features conversations with family therapists, legal professionals, and relationship experts—including Dr. Ramani Durvasula—on how to co-parent with empathy and strength. Each episode offers actionable tools for managing conflict, reducing stress, and keeping your child’s well-being at the center.
The Co-Parenting Collective Podcast: Features real stories from parents and professionals navigating modern co-parenting, offering practical advice on communication, boundaries, and emotional recovery after separation.
Been There Got Out by Lisa Johnson and Chris Barry: Supports survivors of high-conflict relationships and educates listeners on documenting communication, preparing for family court, and healing from coercive control.
Parenting Podcasts
Calm Parenting Podcast by Kirk Martin: Offers practical, real-world strategies for managing emotional outbursts, defiance, and family stress without yelling or power struggles. Kirk’s compassionate, humor-filled approach helps parents create peace at home by understanding the root causes of behavior and responding with calm confidence.
Kids First Co-Parenting with Dr. Karalynn Royster: A podcast for moms raising secure kids after divorce & separation, even when their ex makes everything harder.
Mental Health & Healing Podcasts
Navigating Narcissism by Dr. Ramani Durvasula: Offers deep insights into narcissistic dynamics and emotional abuse recovery—vital listening for co-parents learning to manage manipulative or high-conflict exes.
The Divorce and Beyond Podcast by Susan Guthrie, Esq: Blends legal clarity and emotional wellness with insights from top family law and psychology experts to help listeners move from chaos to calm.
The Healing Trauma Podcast: Focuses on understanding and healing the long-term emotional effects of trauma, including how unresolved stress can affect parenting and communication.
Therapist Uncensored: Explores attachment, emotional regulation, and relationship repair through an approachable and science-based lens—helpful for co-parents aiming to break old patterns and foster healthier dynamics.
Video Resources & Expert Talks
Dr. Ramani on YouTube: Offering clear, compassionate education about narcissism, gaslighting, and boundary-setting—critical tools for co-parents managing difficult personalities.
Listening to others who’ve walked a similar path can offer comfort, validation, and fresh strategies for handling the emotional weight of co-parenting. Video and audio resources allow parents to learn in real time, building skills for calmer communication, stronger boundaries, and more mindful parenting.
If you’re struggling to stay centered amid conflict, consider pairing these resources with tools like the BestInterest app, which helps you filter harmful messages, craft child-focused communication, and document your conversations securely for court if needed.
Podcasts and videos give co-parents like yourself a way to learn, reflect, and heal—no matter where they are in their journey. Whether you’re just beginning your co-parenting transition or seeking to deepen your emotional resilience, these resources remind you that peace, understanding, and growth are possible.
Frequently Asked Questions: Co-Parenting Media
What is the best podcast for high-conflict co-parenting?
For high-conflict situations, we recommend “Navigating Narcissism” by Dr. Ramani for understanding the psychology of your ex, and “Been There Got Out” for practical legal and safety strategies. Our own “Co-Parenting Beyond Conflict” podcast bridges the gap between the two with expert interviews.
Are there videos that explain narcissism to friends/family?
Yes. Dr. Ramani’s YouTube channel is an excellent resource to share with friends or family who don’t understand what you are going through. Her short, clear videos explain concepts like “gaslighting” and “flying monkeys” in a way that is easy for outsiders to grasp.
How can listening to podcasts help my custody case?
Knowledge is power. Podcasts like “The Divorce and Beyond Podcast” often feature judges and attorneys giving free legal insights. Listening can help you learn the terminology of family court, understand what judges look for, and prepare you to ask better questions during your own legal consultations.
I’m too stressed to read books. Will these help?
Absolutely. Many parents find audio resources superior because they are less isolating. Hearing a real human voice validate your experience can reduce the feeling of loneliness. The “Therapist Uncensored” podcast is particularly good for calming the nervous system and learning about attachment styles while you drive or do chores.
Where can I find the BestInterest podcast?
You can listen to “Co-Parenting Beyond Conflict“ hosted by BestInterest founder Sol Kennedy on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or directly through the link on this page. It features exclusive interviews with many of the experts listed in this guide.