Contributors

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Producer

Dr. Christopher Pieper

Christopher Pieper, Ph.D., serves as the professor overseeing my research and providing invaluable guidance for this podcast. A respected educator and scholar, he teaches a diverse range of sociology courses, including social psychology, political sociology, and Senior Colloquium. With research interests in power dynamics, social theory, religion, and technology/media, Dr. Pieper brings a depth of expertise that enriches our exploration of attachment theory and its broader implications.

https://sociology.artsandsciences.baylor.edu/person/christopher-pieper
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Editor

Andrew Madlener

Andrew is a fellow collegiate peer who edits the podcast episodes, ensuring each one is polished and engaging. He helps enhance the quality of the show, contributing to a smooth and professional listening experience.

Guests

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Guest

Dr. Arietta Slade

Arietta Slade, Ph.D., is a Professor of Clinical Child Psychology at the Yale Child Study Center and Professor Emerita at CUNY. An expert in attachment theory, reflective parenting, and parental mentalization, she co-directs Minding the Baby, an evidence-based home visiting program for high-risk families. Widely published and an international speaker, her work is essential to advancing the field of child development and attachment.

https://medicine.yale.edu/profile/arietta-slade/

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Guest

Dr. Ross Thompson

Ross Thompson, Ph.D., Professor Emeritus of Psychology at UC Davis, is a renowned expert in child development and attachment theory. He directed the Social & Emotional Development Lab, served as President of Zero to Three, and contributed to key national committees on early childhood. His work shapes the understanding of children’s resilience and healthy development.

https://psychology.ucdavis.edu/people/ross-thompson

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