1 rich Libsyn https://www.libsyn.com 90 600 We’re celebrating episode 2500 of Reading with Your Kids with true champions: NCAA national wrestling champion Anthony Robles, his mom, Dr. Judy Robles, and author Dr. Jenny Trocchio. Anthony shared how his picture book, Unstoppable Anthony, was inspired by his son, Abel, and the lessons his mother taught him about perseverance. The story follows Anthony’s journey from being born without his left leg to discovering wrestling, finding ways to adapt, and winning the 2011 NCAA national championship. He described seeing challenges as puzzles to solve—and using other people’s doubts as motivation. Losses, he explained, gave him lessons he could use to improve, while the struggle made each achievement meaningful. Dr. Judy reflected on supporting Anthony’s independence, even when it frightened her or drew criticism. She believed that letting him try, fall, and find his own solutions helped him build resilience. Their conversation also touched on the importance of parents being present without trying to solve every problem for their children. Anthony, now a coach and father, hopes to offer Abel that same steady support as he follows his own path. In the episode’s second conversation, Madison Lucchesi welcomes Dr. Jennie Trocchio celebrate Hurry the Hurricane, a picture book that helps children understand storms and the feelings they can bring. Drawing on her work with children, she explained how clear, approachable stories can reduce uncertainty and help kids feel included. Her suggestions included involving children in family preparations with simple checklists and fun tasks. Together, these conversations celebrate perseverance, supportive families, and stories that help children feel capable when facing life’s challenges. Reading With Your Kids Podcast http://readingwithyourkids.libsyn.com/site <iframe title="Libsyn Player" style="border: none" src="//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/43671214/height/90/theme/custom/thumbnail/yes/direction/forward/render-playlist/no/custom-color/88AA3C/" height="90" width="600" scrolling="no" allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen></iframe> https://assets.libsyn.com/secure/content/208614954