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Parents of the Year

Caroline & Andrew

We were never given a manual on how to parent. It is easy to get overwhelmed to know the right thing to do. There is so much contradictory information out there and everyone has their own advice. Parenting is a rewarding but messy, confusing, infuriating, guilt-inducing, and overwhelming journey. While it"s easy to get lost, Andrew Stewart, a real dad, and Dr. Caroline Buzanko, a real mom, child psychologist, and parenting expert (who also happens to be married to Andrew) will help you get back on

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175. Is boredom the emotional reset kids need?

Parents of the Year ·

2025/08/13

In this special recast episode of Parents of the Year, Caroline explains how boredom is actually a biological signal, not something to avoid or fix. Learn how boredom supports emotional regulation, executive functioning, creativity, and mental well-being—for both kids and adults. Learn: * What boredom really means in the brain and body * Why screens increase boredom (and emotional dysregulation) * How boredom supports creativity, problem-solving, and identity formation * Tips to help kid...

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28:16

174. Are therapists’ kids more messed up?

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2025/08/06

Are therapists’ kids really more "messed up"? In this episode of Parents of the Year, Andrew and Caroline explore the myths and realities surrounding parenting as a mental health professional. From bringing work home, to pathologizing kids, to the fine line between validation and over-parenting, they explore what’s myth, what’s truth, and where parenting is just parenting. With humour, honesty, and real-life examples (including pranks gone wrong), this episode offers perspective for parents n...

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23:27

173. Would you still choose to be a parent? (If you...

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2025/07/30

In this episode of Parents of the Year, we ask a question many are too afraid to say out loud: If you knew then what you know now… would you still choose to have kids? With honesty, humour, and zero sugarcoating, Andrew and Caroline share stories of being ignored mid-sentence, kids crashing vehicles into trees, and the daily grind of parenting teens who “know everything and nothing at once.” But it’s not all eye rolls and sticky toffee pudding disasters—there’s awe, laughter, deep...

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20:34

172. Can you keep a routine without ruining summer?

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2025/07/23

Vacations, late nights, screen time sprees—summer throws structure out the window. But what happens when back-to-school hits like a brick? In this episode, Andrew and Caroline talk how to hold onto a little routine without turning your home into a boot camp. They unpack simple ways families can keep anchor habits going—even at the cabin or with teenagers rolling out of bed at noon. You’ll hear tips on habit stacking (yes, the morning pee counts), making chores suck less, using streaks a...

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31:29

171. Is it bad parenting to hide during a meltdown?

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2025/07/16

Kids don’t come with instruction manuals—but if they did, this episode would be page one. Today on Parents of the Year, Dr. Anna Levy-Warren returns to share what actually works when kids are overwhelmed, impulsive, or emotionally explosive. From managing sibling fights to handling suicidal expressions without panic, we talk about emotional regulation, safety, collaboration, executive functioning, and why your family calendar might be the most underrated parenting tool of all. Whether y...

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25:47

170. What pushes adult kids to cut off their parents?...

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2025/07/09

More and more adult children are stepping away from their parents—and not always for the reasons you think. In this honest episode, Andrew and Caroline unpack what drives parental estrangement, and what we can actually do to reduce the risk. From overbearing affection to controlling dynamics, political tension, and emotional repair gone wrong, we explore the subtle and not-so-subtle ways connection can break down over time. This one’s for anyone invested in fostering relationships...

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26:52

169. What is a “Sandwich Parent” and how do we manage...

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2025/07/02

What happens when you’re raising kids and caring for aging parents at the same time? In this episode of Parents of the Year, Andrew and Caroline tackle the emotional, practical, and often hilarious realities of being part of the sandwich generation. They explore how to model care, set boundaries, and have conversations with kids about aging, legacy, and showing up for family. This episode gives space for reflection and connection—with just the right amount of comic relief. Homework Id...

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48:02

168. Who’s judging your parenting?

Parents of the Year ·

2025/06/25

Are parents more judged than ever? This eye-opening conversation e tackles the quiet shame and loud opinions parents face every day — from their partners, their own parents, in-laws, friends, and especially the online world. Andrew and Caroline dig into the everyday moments that spark doubt, the awkward birthday parties, the unsolicited advice, and why the loudest voices often come from the most insecure places. With laughs, lived stories, and a challenge to step back from t...

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25:18

167. Are we focusing on what really matters in...

Parents of the Year ·

2025/06/11

Can AI parent better than a human? In this hilarious, sharp-edged episode of Parents of the Year, Andrew and Caroline pit artificial intelligence against real-life parenting—complete with emotional chaos, screen time battles, and accidental forest bathing. Caroline reacts to a parenting philosophy generated by AI that sounds suspiciously familiar… This episode dives into emotional safety, respecting brain development, discipline as teaching, and why “raising a kind adult” should matter ...

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26:10

166. How do you help kids bounce back after a public...

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2025/06/04

What do you do when your kid makes a bad call in front of everyone—and the fallout is social exile? In this episode, Andrew and Caroline talk about how to help kids bounce back after a social slip-up. From middle-of-the-playground impulsivity to being labeled the “bad kid,” they dig into how to support kids when they mess up, without adding shame, and how to guide them through social pressure without rescuing or lecturing. This episode is packed with strategies to help your ...

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165. Are you parenting with confidence? Or just...

Parents of the Year ·

2025/05/28

What does it mean to be a confident parent—when none of us really know what we’re doing? In this episode, Andrew and Caroline get candid about real-life parenting moments, what it takes to make good decisions in the chaos, and how to anchor parenting choices to your values—not social media. They explore what confidence actually looks like, how to stay grounded when things don’t go to plan, and why reconnecting to who you are outside of parenting is one of the best gifts you can gi...

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25:50

164. Can you parent without losing yourself along the...

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2025/05/21

What happens when your kid’s wild night out turns into a parent’s unexpected moment of pride? In this episode of Parents of the Year, we dig into something deep: What happens to our identity as parents when the kids start growing up and heading out? We talk about losing ourselves in parenting, struggling to find hobbies again, and the messy, honest journey of reclaiming who we are outside of being “Mom” or “Dad.” Real stories, real laughs, and some hard-hitting questions about wha...

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16:15

163. How do you help kids follow through without...

Parents of the Year ·

2025/05/14

Helping Kids Follow Through—Without Nagging or Fighting It’s one thing to want kids to take initiative—getting their learner’s permit, challenging an unfair grade, picking up a new skill—but it’s a whole other thing when our "help" just gets ignored (or explodes into a full meltdown). In this episode of Parents of the Year, Caroline and Andrew share stories and practical strategies to help kids tackle challenges without pushing them away. From setting goals to managing anxiety around tests, w...

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14:48

162. Should you step in or let peer pressure handle...

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2025/05/07

In this episode of Parents of the Year, we're getting real about kids, hygiene, and how much of it is your job — and how much might be better left to peer pressure. From stinky kids turning into fashion divas overnight, to whether you should keep nagging about teeth-brushing, Andrew and Caroline share stories and smart strategies that meet kids where they’re at. If you’ve ever wrestled with letting go, setting limits, or just figuring out when to step in, you’ll love this honest take on...

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38:29

161. Would you rather? Parenting edition

Parents of the Year ·

2025/04/30

Would you rather.... a toddler’s meltdown at 30,000 feet or a diaper disaster at Costco? This week, Andrew and Caroline get a little personal as they tackle the parenting would-you-rather game that nobody asked for—but everyone secretly needs. From sketchy chopstick translations to deep dives on failure, independence, parenting regrets, and co-parenting with someone you can't stand, this episode mixes honest laughs with real talk about raising kids today... and surviving it yourse...

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37:03

Future Why can’t my kid just get ready for school?!...

Parents of the Year ·

2025/04/23

Executive functioning—it’s the behind-the-scenes power that keeps us organized, flexible, and in control. But what happens when it doesn’t come naturally? In this episode of Parents of the Year, Dr. Anna Levy-Warren joins Andrew and Caroline to break down executive functions in real life—why working memory, cognitive flexibility, and self-control matter, and how to support kids (and ourselves) when these skills don’t come easily. With humour, personal stories, and practical strate...

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159. Why does my kid hate me?

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2025/04/16

Ever feel like your kid hates you? You’re not alone. This episode is a real, funny, and honest conversation about what’s really going on when our kids push us away. Andrew and Caroline break down the difference between “I hate peas” and “I hate you,” why your child might unload on you after school, and how parenting through emotional blow-ups is more about connection than control. Plus, what’s your role in the tension—and how can you show up differently without losing your m...

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36:59

158. What would your ideal community for raising kids...

Parents of the Year ·

2025/04/09

What if you could build a dream community from scratch—one where kids roam freely, neighbours co-parent, schools are reimagined, and baby gates are banned? In this episode of Parents of the Year, Andrew and Caroline go off-script (again), mapping out their not-so-gentle vision of paradise. They talk about core values and whether technology belongs anywhere near a truly connected life. Warning: quicksand pits and dumb phones may be involved. This isn’t about fantasy. It’s about how...

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32:57

157. Do labels like 'lighthouse parenting' actually...

Parents of the Year ·

2025/03/26

Parenting trends come and go — gentle parenting, helicopter parenting, lighthouse parenting. But what if all these labels are just distractions? In this episode, Andrew and Caroline dive into why chasing parenting fads can pull us further from what really matters: connection, trust, and raising capable humans. They share personal stories (including life lessons from Willy Wonka) and talk about the danger of over-labelling. Plus, we tackle the billion-dollar industry profiting off parent...

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32:32

156. Are we teaching skills kids actually need?

Parents of the Year ·

2025/03/19

Raising independent, capable kids isn’t about giving them the perfect road map—it’s about teaching them how to navigate life’s twists and turns. In this episode of Parents of the Year, bestselling author and dad of four, Rob Finlay, joins us to break down the essential life skills kids need before stepping into adulthood. From handling failure to managing finances, making decisions, and building strong relationships, we explore the real lessons that set kids up for success. Whethe...

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