Your Lot and Parcel

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Jul 2026

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Experience Your Lot and Parcel Podcast, and learn more ways to preserve your home, family and historical landmarks by actional advice from a wide range of qualified professionals.

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July 9, 202637 min

Tools and Tips for Effective Parenting

Today’s parents often feel uncertain about raising children in a world where technology and artificial intelligence are part of everyday life. This book offers a gentle, practical guide for parents seeking straightforward support. It reminds us that true success goes beyond grades; it includes confidence, emotional resilience, clear thinking, focus, and kindness.Written in a warm, easy-to-read style, this book shares loving, practical ways to help your child grow into a happy, strong, and positive person. It aims to reduce the pressure on parents by offering simple, actionable steps you can use every day.You will find clear explanations of the future world of AI, described in simple language, along with practical tools for developing clear thinking—such as “legal intelligence,” or thinking like a lawyer—to help children make wise decisions. Discover how to nurture self-belief, inspire big dreams through small steps, teach clarity, and strengthen your child’s emotional well-being. https://smartparentingbook.com/http://www.yourlotandparcel.orgSupport the show

July 6, 202626 min

Even in The Darkest Moments, Goodness Can Prevail

In the heart of Nazi-occupied Paris, a Jewish family finds unexpected protection within their tight-knit, working-class community. It is 1937, on the eve of World War II, and young Bernard lives with his Polish-immigrant family in a lively Parisian courtyard. Though few other Jews reside there, the Parkiets feel a deep sense of belonging among the courtyard’s vibrant cast of characters. For Bernard, the courtyard is both sanctuary and playground—a magical world where he watches his father varnish furniture, gets into mischief with irritable neighbors, and shares pain au chocolat with his best friend, Titi.But when the German occupation descends on Paris, Bernard’s world is upended. In July 1942, just hours before the Nazis arrive to arrest the Parkiet family, their neighbors unite in a courageous act of solidarity, hiding them in a vacant warehouse. The courtyard, once a place of laughter and routine, transforms into a refuge shadowed by fear. At only nine years old, Bernard shoulders the dangerous responsibility of venturing out each day to find food for his family. Even with the unwavering support of their neighbors, peril lurks everywhere including in the very courtyard that once felt so safe. https://www.alexamorris.com/http://www.yourlotandparcel.orgSupport the show

July 2, 202642 min

Cybercriminals Use AI, Protect Your Data

She is widely recognized as The Queen of Online Safety, is the Founder and CEO of Smarter Online Safety and a highly sought-after keynote speaker. Her signature topic, “Digital Self-Defense: The New Survival Skill No One Is Teaching,” is also the subject of her forthcoming book. Jocelyn is a trusted advisor to CEOs, CIOs, celebrities, and families, empowering people to stay safe, stay sane, and take control of their digital lives in an increasingly dangerous online world.After cybercriminals devastated her finances, career, health, and marriage, Jocelyn transformed her personal experience into practical, actionable strategies to help others.She was named as the Top 10 Woman in Cybersecurity; Jocelyn is a leading voice in online safety and digital resilience.She guides Fortune 500 leaders, entrepreneurs, and everyday individuals to protect what matters most.She breaks complex cybersecurity concepts into simple, powerful survival skills anyone can use.She is committed to equipping people with the mindset and tools to thrive in the AI-driven era of cybercrime. https://www.jocelynking.com/http://www.yourlotandparcel.orgSupport the show

June 29, 202632 min

Preventing Stroke and Recognizing Its Warning Signs

My guest provides advanced, patient-centered care for stroke, brain aneurysms, and a wide range of neurovascular conditions. Dr. Liff is recognized for his expertise in both medical and catheter-based treatments, including procedures such as cerebral angiography, mechanical thrombectomy, aneurysm coiling and stenting, carotid stenting, and embolization for arteriovenous malformations and tumors.Dr. Liff completed his undergraduate studies in Cognitive Science at Johns Hopkins University, earned his medical degree from SUNY Upstate Medical University, and trained in Neurology at Albert Einstein College of Medicine, where he served as Chief Resident. He specialized in fellowships in Vascular Neurology at Mt. Sinai Hospital and Endovascular Neurosurgery at NYU Langone Medical Center.He has presented original research at major conferences and published it in respected journals. Dr. Liff is a senior member of the Society of Neurointerventional Surgery and is dedicated to serving patients throughout the Tri-State Area, performing procedures at leading hospitals such as St. Francis Hospital, NYU Langone Hospital Long Island, and Lenox Hill Hospital. https://jeremyliffmd.com/#homehttp://www.yourlotandparcel.orgSupport the show

June 25, 202635 min

Survival Against All Odds in The Age of Sail

The American whaleship Mentor met disaster in 1832, wrecked on a remote reef in the western Pacific. Stranded and running out of supplies, the eleven surviving crew members endured the harsh realities of shipwreck in an unfamiliar world. Their ordeal deepened when, within days, they encountered the Indigenous people of Palau—who approached the desperate sailors wielding axes, clubs, and spears. In this gripping true story of cultural collision, tribal conflict, and shattered hopes, award-winning historian Eric Jay Dolin masterfully brings to life the Mentor’s ill-fated voyage. He chronicles the crew’s years of perilous captivity, the tense negotiations for their survival, and the dramatic naval rescue mission that determined their fate.He is the author of "The Wreck of the Mentor: A True Story of Death, Despair, and Deliverance in the Age of Sail." https://www.ericjaydolin.com/http://www.yourlotandparcel.orgSupport the show

June 22, 202638 min

An Inspiring Story of Bird Comeback and Restored Habitats

In 2019, a groundbreaking study published in science revealed a devastating decline in North American bird populations. The findings were alarming: since 1970, the continent has lost nearly one-third of its birds. For instance, western forest bird populations have dropped by almost 30 percent, while grassland birds have declined by a staggering 53 percent. Yet not all news is bleak. Some bird groups have experienced remarkable recoveries in recent years. Waterfowls such as ducks, geese, and swans have increased by more than 50 percent, and raptors—including hawks, eagles, falcons, and vultures—have soared by an astonishing 200 percent. These successes are due to effective restoration efforts, targeted habitat protection, and bans on harmful substances.He is the author of "The Return of the Oystercatcher: Saving Birds to Save the Planet." http://www.scottweidensaul.com/http://www.yourlotandparcel.orgSupport the show

June 18, 202650 min

Enhanced Safeguards for the Elderly Are Necessary

The U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging reports that 1.3 million older adults and people with disabilities are under guardianship. Senators Bob Casey and Mike Braun have highlighted serious flaws in guardianship laws, citing alarming statistics from the Government Accountability Office.In New York, the Farley family is embroiled in a legal battle over the guardianship of 84-year-old Dr. Ena Farley. Jonathan Farley claims his mother was unjustly placed under guardianship and removed from her home by police, an incident caught on video. He alleges that his brother Chris, acting as Power of Attorney and temporary guardian, is responsible for her year-long confinement in a nursing home, despite no finding of mental incompetence. Jonathan says authorities and agencies have sided with Chris, denied an independent medical evaluation, and restricted contact with Dr. Farley.A court hearing in June will address the dispute. The Farley case highlights ongoing ethical and legal concerns in guardianship, echoing calls for stronger protection for vulnerable individuals.https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCZw6IGlhtj3GuC_VlEOFCAhttp://www.yourlotandparcel.orgSupport the show

June 15, 202638 min

AI is Changing the World of Companionship

What does it mean to be alone, to fall in love, and to make love in a world increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence? In this thought-provoking and deeply personal exploration, acclaimed novelist and nonfiction writer Victoria Hetherington examines the rapidly changing landscape of AI companionship.The Friend Machine begins with a searching look at our era’s pervasive loneliness, then skillfully weaves together interviews with scientists, social critics, and other experts to unravel the complex relationships forming between humans and AI. Each chapter explores the philosophical, psychological, ethical, economic, and biological dimensions of this swiftly evolving technology.Hetherington also offers a compassionate and intimate portrait of individuals from diverse backgrounds who have sought—and found—companionship in AI. As the boundaries between human and machine continue to blur, Hetherington reveals how the very nature of our relationships is poised to change in ways we are only beginning to imagine.She is the author of "The Friend Machine: On the Trail of AI Companionship."https://www.instagram.com/vmhetherington/?hl=enhttp://www.yourlotandparcel.orgSupport the show

June 11, 202645 min

Supporting Students Experiencing Academic Challenges

She has devoted over 40 years to helping students of all ages and abilities succeed. She specializes in supporting learners who face challenges in school due to anxiety, ADD/ADHD, and learning disabilities such as dyslexia, dyscalculia, and dysgraphia. Together with her husband, Alvin Silbert, Ed.D., she co-authored the award-winning book Why Bad Grades Happen to Good Kids and its forthcoming updated edition, Why Good Kids Get Bad Grades: What Parents Need to Know and Do (available April 12, 2026). The Silberts have also created a variety of learning and study aids, including best-selling books—over a million copies sold—and the popular SuperDeck™ card games. In addition to her writing, Dr. Linda publishes a weekly education column for five local newspapers and is a regular presenter at the annual Everyone Reading conference in New York. https://stronglearning.com/http://www.yourlotandparcel.orgSupport the show

June 8, 202633 min

Life’s Truths Revealed in Ancient Greek Plays

He brings to life the surviving fragments of timeless wisdom from the lost plays of ancient Athens. Consider sayings such as, “The truly happy man ought to stay at home,” “Hunger, and lack of coin, put a stop to love,” and “Hades, alone of the gods, does not enjoy bribes.” These and many other memorable lines from Greek dramatists like Sophocles, Aeschylus, and Menander were preserved centuries after their creation, thanks to Stobaeus—a fifth-century AD scholar who collected them to instruct his son.Stobaeus’s anthology offers the only glimpses we have of countless lost Athenian plays: concise, eloquent verses chosen with a father’s wisdom. Some fragments spark “aha” moments, others deliver wit or dark humor, and many offer profound moral insight.With this volume, James Romm becomes the first to translate these fragments into verse for English readers. Vividly rendered and elegantly presented, Since You are Mortal . . . is both an ancient and enduring guide to living a thoughtful, virtuous life.He is the author of Since You're Mortal . . .: Life Lessons from the Lost Greek Plays. https://www.jamesromm.com/http://www.yourlotandparcel.orgSupport the show