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Podcast: The Bespoke Parenting Podcast
Episode: Parenting in Elected Office with Rep. Beth Van Duyne
Description: On this episode of The Bespoke Parenting Podcast, host Julie Gunlock talks to self-described "relaxed parent" Congresswoman Beth Van Duyne about being a mom and an elected official. Rep. Van Duyne explains her own interesting path from heading her city's park planning commission, to city council member, mayor, then ultimately to her current job of representing the 24th Congressional District in Texas. Julie and Beth discuss the challenges and the rewards of parenting, the dangers kids face today, including fentanyl, and how open communication, stability at home, and having a network of family and friends are critical to a...