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Wonders & Worries: WonderCast

Wonders & Worries: WonderCast

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WonderCast™ is a podcast by Wonders & Worries that provides support for parents navigating serious illness or injury. Julie May, a seasoned child life specialist, hosts WonderCast™ and introduces assorted topics through candid discussions with guests experiencing different types of medical situations or professionals sharing insights. New episodes are available bi-monthly through a multitude of podcast platforms.© 2022 Wonders & Worries Hygiene & Healthy Living
Episodes
  • Season 7, Episode #60 (Revisited) - Our Beginning

    Season 7, Episode #60 (Revisited) - Our Beginning
    Jul 16 2026
    In this episode we are joined by Meredith Cooper and Missi Hicks, cofounders of Wonders & Worries. Listen as they discuss their experiences as Child Life Specialists and the founding of Wonders and Worries, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting children whose parents are facing serious illnesses. They share their personal backgrounds, the challenges they faced in establishing the organization, and the growth and impact it has had over the years. In this conversation, Meredith Cooper and Missi Hicks discuss the evolution and growth of Wonders and Worries. They emphasize the importance of leadership changes, a culture of experimentation, and the value of diverse skill sets within their team. The discussion highlights the resilience of children, the significance of curiosity in professional development, and offers advice for aspiring Child Life Specialists. They also explore the expanding role of Child Life Specialists in various settings and the training resources available for community support.
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    33 mins
  • Season 5, Episode #45 (Revisited) – Art Heals

    Season 5, Episode #45 (Revisited) – Art Heals
    Jul 1 2026
    Guest Hosts: Wanda Montemayor, LPC-S-AT, ATCS, RPT-S, ATR-BC – Director and Founder of Community Arts Therapy & Meagan Butler, M.Ed, LPC – Chief Care Model Officer at Lucero In this episode we visit with Wanda Montemayor and Meagan Butler to discuss healing-centered engagement, art therapy, and the incredible ways that art can support community care. This conversation explores the impact of community art therapy in healing trauma and building resilience. Wanda and Meagan, share their experience with the Uvalde Love Project in Uvalde, Texas, where community art supports children and families affected by a school shooting. Listen to how their incredible […]
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    42 mins
  • Season 9, Episode #81 – Reel Recovery

    Season 9, Episode #81 – Reel Recovery
    Jun 15 2026
    In this episode, we explore the powerful intersection of nature, peer support, and healing for men facing cancer. Stan Golub shares the inspiring journey of how Reel Recovery was founded, the unique structure of their retreats, and the profound impact of combining fly fishing with emotional support. This episode emphasizes the importance of specialized support programs that address the unique needs of men confronting cancer, illustrating how nature, community, and shared stories promote resilience and hope.
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    27 mins
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