This Is So Awkward

Cara Natterson, Vanessa Kroll Bennett

thepubertypodcast@gmail.com

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Booking Overview

An expert-led interview show focused on puberty, adolescent development, parenting, and health education, with recurring conversations featuring psychologists, neuropsychologists, and other specialized professionals. Agencies could credibly pitch pediatricians, adolescent-health clinicians, psychologists, sex-education experts, neurodiversity specialists, and authors with practical expertise; booking difficulty is medium because guests generally need substantial clinical or subject-matter credentials.

Metrics

Episodes: 396

Frequency: Weekly

Rating: 4.7/5.0

Estimated listeners: 1k-10k

Gender skew: Female

Location: USA

YouTube: 1.1k subscribers

Instagram: 42.0k followers

Contact Information

thepubertypodcast@gmail.com

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Host

Cara Natterson - Pediatrician, author, and puberty expert who helps families understand the physical, emotional, and social changes of adolescence.

Vanessa Kroll Bennett - Puberty educator, author, and adolescent-development expert focused on helping young people and adults navigate puberty with accurate information and humor.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Psychologists, neuropsychologists, pediatricians, adolescent-health clinicians, sex-education specialists, and authors with substantial expertise working with children, teens, or families.
Required Achievements:  
Clinical expertise in adolescent health, development, mental health, or neurodiversity, Published books or established educational resources, Long-term experience working with young people and families

Recent Guest Discussions

Ari Tuckman - ADHD And Its Effects On Friendships, Dating, Emotional Intensity, Social Dynamics, And Sexual Decision-making During Adolescence.

Donna Henderson - Autism And Puberty, Communication, Individualized Support Strategies, And Helping Autistic Youth Navigate Adolescence With Dignity.

Recent Topics

Puberty, Adolescence, Parenting, Sex Education, Neurodiversity

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
This Is So Awkward
:

Can Resilience Be Taught?

July 21, 2026

A rerelease on the eternal question: Is resilience a skill kids can develop over time? Psychologist and child development expert Tovah Klein unpacks what resilience really means and how trusted adults help kids build it. From managing frustration and failure to building confidence and coping skills, we explore how to support tweens + teens without overprotecting them. Show Notes: Raising Resilience Watch the full episode on Youtube! Join the LESS AWKWARD MEMBERSHIP HUB Ru...

ADHD and the Social Scene: Friendships, Dating, and Growing Up

July 14, 2026

We’re rereleasing our incredibly popular episode that tackles how ADHD can shape tweens' and teens' friendships, romantic relationships, and sexual decision-making. In this candid conversation, psychologist and ADHD expert Ari Tuckman draws on 25 years of experience working with young people with ADHD to explain how attention, impulsivity, emotional intensity, and social dynamics can influence relationships. Show Notes: Watch the full episode on Youtube! Join the LESS AWKWARD MEMB...

When Autism Meets Puberty

July 07, 2026

Rerelease! What happens when puberty’s changes intersect with autism? Neuropsychologist Donna Henderson shares expert insights on helping autistic youth navigate this unpredictable life stage with knowledge and dignity. The conversation focuses on how families can support autistic youth through this transition using clear communication, individualized strategies, and an understanding of neurodiversity. Show Notes: Is This Autism? A guide for clinicians and everyone else  Is This Auti...

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