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In the Remarkable People podcast, host Guy Kawasaki interviews Julie Lythcott-Haims, an author, speaker, and former educator. They discuss various topics, including Julie's educational background, her books, and her upcoming book, "Your Turn." The podcast is sponsored by reMarkable, a paper tablet company, and Guy shares his positive experiences with the reMarkable paper tablet.
The conversation takes an unexpected turn when Guy asks Julie about her current hairstyle, which leads to a discussion about Julie's experiences as a black and biracial individual and her journey to embrace her natural hair. They also discuss Michelle Obama's hair and the societal pressures faced by black women regarding their hair.
Julie talks about her children's hair and the "talk" she had to give her son about racial discrimination and navigating the world. She reflects on her own experiences with racism and classism, as well as the current state of American society in terms of racism.
In another segment, Julie discusses helicopter parenting and its association with privilege. She explains how children from less over-parented backgrounds may have a stronger sense of self-reliance and resilience. The pandemic is seen as both challenging and an opportunity for children to develop problem-solving skills and engage in free play.
Julie also discusses recent research linking parenting behavior with the creation of anxiety in children and introduces her upcoming book, "Your Turn," aimed at young adults struggling with adulthood.
In the closing remarks, Guy expresses his delight in helping Julie with her book introduction, and they read reviews from listeners. Guy emphasizes the importance of following health guidelines during the pandemic and concludes the podcast.
In the Remarkable People podcast, host Guy Kawasaki interviews Julie Lythcott-Haims, an author, spea