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The Parenting Cipher

Genie Dawkins

Booking Overview

This is an interview-led parenting and advocacy podcast focused on Black families raising neurodiverse and special-needs children, supplemented by solo practical guidance; external guests include clinicians, wellness professionals, authors, and experienced advocates. PR agencies could credibly pitch mental-health and wellness experts, special-education advocates, neurodiversity specialists, authors, and parents with relevant expertise, with booking likely relatively accessible for qualified professionals rather than major celebrities.

Metrics

Episodes: 73

Frequency: Weekly

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Gender skew: Female

Listener location: USA

Instagram: 519 followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

info@theparentingcipher.com

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Host

Genie Dawkins - Genie Dawkins is a bestselling author, award-winning podcaster, and advocate who helps parents of neurodiverse and special-needs children navigate special education, family lifestyle, and education...

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

low
Typical Credentials:  
Clinicians, wellness professionals, anxiety or mental-health specialists, special-education advocates, authors, and parents with substantial firsthand expertise in neurodiversity, disability, education, or family support.
Required Achievements:  
Medical or clinical credentials, Published books, TEDx speaking experience, Podcast or public-education experience

Recent Guest Discussions

Cassandra Dunbar - Burnout, Self-care, Boundaries, And Wellness For Black And Brown Parents Raising Neurodiverse Children.

Jodi Aman - School Anxiety, Anxiety Management, Self-worth, Trauma, And Emotional Resilience For Children And Families.

Recent Topics

Special Education, Neurodiversity, Parenting, Advocacy, Autism

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
The Parenting Cipher
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The Ultimate Back-to-School List for Neurodivergent Kids

August 18, 2026

Standard back-to-school lists are built for a typical student — and if you're raising a neurodivergent child, they leave out most of what actually gets your kid through the day. In this episode, Genie breaks down the sensory, adaptive, and academic tools that belong on your list, what schools are legally required to provide under IDEA and Section 504, and exactly how to request them in writing so support doesn't stay a verbal promise.In this episode:02:26 Choosing a low-friction backpack — wi...

Beating the Summer Slide:

August 04, 2026

Are you worried your child might forget crucial academic skills during the summer break?Wondering how to keep them engaged, confident, and ready for the new school year without turning your home into a classroom?In this episode of The Parenting Cipher, Pam Roggeman, Dean of the College of Education at the University of Phoenix and a former award-winning high school English teacher, joins Genie to demystify the "summer slide." She shares stories from her years in the classroom, explains what t...

Your Child Missed ESY: What Parents Can Still Do

July 21, 2026

Did your child's IEP team say no to Extended School Year (ESY) services this summer — or was the “assistive tech” box never checked at all? In this episode, The Parenting Cipher breaks down why an ESY denial isn't the end of the conversation, how to recognize if your child needs assistive technology, and the concrete steps you can take to build your case before September.The conversation focused on demystifying both sides of the summer gap: how ESY decisions get made (and how to challenge the...

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Frequently asked questions

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The Parenting Cipher
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How do I get in touch with The Parenting Cipher?

The Parenting Cipher is hosted by Genie Dawkins. Its publicly listed email is info@theparentingcipher.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for The Parenting Cipher?

The publicly listed email for The Parenting Cipher: info@theparentingcipher.com.

How many listeners does The Parenting Cipher have?

Podseeker estimates The Parenting Cipher reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for The Parenting Cipher?

The Parenting Cipher typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Clinicians, wellness professionals, anxiety or mental-health specialists, special-education advocates, authors, and parents with substantial firsthand expertise in neurodiversity, disability, education, or family support. Common among recent guests: Medical or clinical credentials; Published books; TEDx speaking experience. Recent guests include Cassandra Dunbar and Jodi Aman.

How hard is it to get booked on The Parenting Cipher?

Low. A guest with relevant expertise and a clear angle for its audience has a realistic chance.

What topics does The Parenting Cipher cover?

Recent episodes cover Special Education, Neurodiversity, Parenting, Advocacy, and Autism. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

info@theparentingcipher.com

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