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Wiggle Talk - A Podcast For Parents

The Wiggles & iHeart Australia

Wiggle Talk lifts the curtain on The Wiggles you know and love. Every week, get an insight into the lives of Simon and Lachy as not only Wiggles, but parents, as they navigate issues you’re probably going through with your toddlers right now. Plus, each episode listeners, and famous friends, will have the opportunity to ask founding Wiggles member and expert dad Anthony Field questions about their kids they need help with. Get to know The Wiggles as parents, without the skivvies, as we all work out

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All Episodes

36:30

The Christmas Episode (with John)

Wiggle Talk - A Podcast For Parents ·

2025/12/24

It wouldn’t be the end of the year without it. Simon and Lachy sit down with John for this year’s Wiggle Talk Christmas episode - a free-flowing chat full of laughs, festive distractions, and the kind of tangents that only happen at Christmas. It goes exactly where you think it will. HOSTSSimon Pryce Lachlan Gillespie GUESTJohn Pearce PRODUCERSProduced by The Wiggles and Mylk MediaMadeline JoannouNick Webb Got a question for The Wiggles? Leave a voice message at thewiggles.com/podcast,

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20:03

Dear Wiggles: How Do We Survive the School Holiday...

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2025/12/17

Late nights, extra sugar, cousins everywhere - school holidays can turn even the best routines upside down. In this Dear Wiggles episode, Simon and Lachy reassure parents that a little chaos isn’t just normal, it can be part of the magic. They’re joined by Evie and Tsehay, who share their own memories of school holidays - from family time and swimming to packed schedules and sweet treats - reminding us what kids actually remember. HOSTSSimon Pryce Lachlan Gillespie GUESTSEvie

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39:02

The Conversations That Are Still Sitting With Us

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2025/12/15

Some conversations don’t end when the microphones turn off. Simon and Lachy pause to reflect on the moments that have shaped season 2 so far - the ones that lingered, sparked conversations at home, or quietly shifted the way we think about parenting. They revisit powerful stories of grief, neurodiversity, boundaries, sobriety, movement, consent and safety. From Paul Field’s deeply personal story of loss, to Hugh van Cuylenburg sharing how he told his child they were autistic, to

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14:54

Dear Wiggles: My Child Loves Dancing… So Why the Nerves?

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2025/12/10

Leah’s daughter dances like no one’s watching at home - but in class? Total freeze.So Simon and Lachy do what any sensible dads would do… they call in the pros. Tsehay, Lucia, Evie and John drop by with stories from their own dancing childhoods and smart, gentle ways to keep things fun, low-pressure and confidence-boosting. HOSTSSimon Pryce Lachlan Gillespie GUESTSTsehay HawkinsLucia FieldEvie FerrisJohn Pearce PRODUCERSProduced by The Wiggles and Mylk MediaMadeline JoannouNick

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42:07

How To Talk To Children About Their Bodies, Consent &...

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2025/12/10

Some of the most important conversations we’ll ever have with our children are also the ones that make us squirm - private parts, consent, “safe vs unsafe” touch and what to do when something doesn’t feel right. In this episode of Wiggle Talk, Simon and Lachy sit down with psychologist and Safe Kids Project founder Victoria Barendsen to unpack how to teach body autonomy from toddlerhood in calm, everyday ways – without fear, shame or scary lectures. Content note: This

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8:47

Dear Wiggles: Can I Have A Baby Brother?

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2025/12/03

What do you say when your toddler asks for a baby brother or sister every single day… and you don’t actually have an answer? This week on Dear Wiggles, Simon and Lachy dive into one of the most tender parenting moments - when your child’s innocent questions bump up against your very adult reality. From Simon’s own experience with Asher’s sibling questions to the emotional sting that can come with fertility uncertainty, the Wiggles unpack how to stay honest, calm and

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40:23

What Children Should Actually Eat

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2025/12/01

Feeding kids shouldn’t feel like a daily battle - but between beige-food phases, lunchbox pressure and breakfast standoffs, it often does. So today, we called in help. Joel Feren - accredited dietitian, dad of two, and the internet’s beloved “Nutrition Guy” - joins Lachy and Simon to take the stress out of feeding families. Joel’s known for cutting through confusing food advice and giving parents permission to focus on what actually matters: balance, flavour, routine

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13:08

Dear Wiggles: What If My Toddler Refuses To Wear Pants?

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2025/11/26

In this week’s Dear Wiggles, Simon and Lachy tackle a very real toddler dilemma: what do you do when your child flat-out refuses to wear anything warm? Think shorts in winter, T-shirts in the snow, full-body meltdown when pants appear. They share what actually helps… and why sometimes, the pants just aren’t worth the fight. HOSTSSimon Pryce Lachlan Gillespie PRODUCERSProduced by The Wiggles and Mylk MediaMadeline JoannouNick Webb To submit a question for the ‘Dear

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33:25

Jeff Fatt: A Quiet Life in Purple

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2025/11/24

Most families know “Wake Up Jeff,” but far fewer know the gentle person behind it. Original Purple Wiggle, Jeff Fatt, sits down with Lachy and Simon for a rare conversation about growing into the purple skivvy, navigating shyness, and finding his place in a role he never chased - but ended up defining. Jeff never set out to be a symbol of anything - he was just a quiet kid from Casino, NSW who loved music. But somewhere between The Cockroaches and that purple skivvy, he became an

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12:27

Dear Wiggles: How Do I Start Family Traditions?

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2025/11/19

Growing up without many family traditions can leave you wondering where to begin - and that’s exactly what Hannah, a first-time mum, asks this week on Dear Wiggles. From waffles and Friday Night Movie Nights to planting trees and rediscovering old rituals, Lachy and Simon share the simple moments in their own homes that quietly become the memories kids carry with them. HOSTSSimon Pryce Lachlan Gillespie PRODUCERSProduced by The Wiggles and Mylk MediaMadeline JoannouNick Webb To submit a

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43:43

How Sobriety Made Me the Parent I Wanted To Be

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2025/11/17

Before she was a mum, radio presenter and author Maz Compton made a decision that completely shifted the course of her life: she stopped drinking. In this episode, Maz sits down with Simon and Lachy to share what led her there, what those early days really felt like, and how that one choice shaped the way she parents now - clearer, calmer, and far more connected to the moments that matter. HOSTSSimon Pryce Lachlan Gillespie GUESTMaz Compton - @mazcomptonYou can find out more about Maz's bookLast

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12:05

Dear Wiggles: Where's Anthony?

Wiggle Talk - A Podcast For Parents ·

2025/11/15

This week, Simon and Lachy finally answer the question on everyone’s mind - where’s Anthony? The Blue Wiggle drops by the studio to catch up, share what’s been keeping him busy behind the scenes, and chat about life, music, and the magic still happening at Wiggles HQ. HOSTSSimon Pryce Lachlan Gillespie GUESTAnthony Field PRODUCERSProduced by The Wiggles and Mylk MediaMadeline JoannouNick Webb To submit a question for the ‘Dear Wiggles’ segment, email us at

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37:37

The Book That’s Opening Big Conversations About...

Wiggle Talk - A Podcast For Parents ·

2025/11/10

What if the way your child’s brain works isn’t a problem to fix - but something to celebrate? Neurodivergent child psychologist and author Sandhya Menon, who wrote The Brain Forest, joins Simon and Lachy to explore how we can talk to children about neurodiversity with love, honesty, and pride. She reminds us that understanding different brains isn’t just a parenting skill - it’s a collective responsibility that helps every child feel seen, safe, and included. HOSTSSimon Pryce

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14:59

Dear Wiggles: Who Taught The Tree of Wisdom to Dance?

Wiggle Talk - A Podcast For Parents ·

2025/11/05

How did a dancing tree steal the show? Simon and Lachy chat with Dominic Field, the man behind the green afro, to uncover how the Tree of Wisdom learned to groove, move, and become an unexpected fan favourite HOSTSSimon Pryce Lachlan Gillespie GUESTDominic Field - The Tree of Wisdom PRODUCERSProduced by The Wiggles and Mylk MediaMadeline JoannouNick Webb To submit a question for the ‘Dear Wiggles’ segment, email us at podcast@thewiggles.com.au or head to thewiggles.com/podcast to send in

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27:21

Falling Off the Horse: Teaching Children Courage and...

Wiggle Talk - A Podcast For Parents ·

2025/11/03

How do you help your children be brave when your first instinct is to bubble-wrap them? Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratt (yes, that's Arnold’s daughter!) joins Simon and Lachy to talk about her new picture book Kat & Brandy, inspired by her own childhood with a not-so-perfect pony. From getting thrown off the horse (literally) to helping her own children face their fears, it’s a chat about courage, confidence, and knowing when to step back as a parent, even when every part of you wants

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11:26

Dear Wiggles: Why Do Birthdays Feel So Much Bigger...

Wiggle Talk - A Podcast For Parents ·

2025/10/29

Happy birthday, Lachy! This week’s Dear Wiggles question about milestone birthdays gets personal as Lachy turns 40. Lachy and Simon reflect on how birthdays change when you’re a parent - from first birthdays that are secretly for us, to big ones that make you think about the next decade. HOSTSSimon Pryce Lachlan Gillespie PRODUCERSProduced by The Wiggles and Mylk MediaMadeline JoannouNick Webb To submit a question for the ‘Dear Wiggles’ segment, email us at

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39:24

Can Watching Children's TV Actually Build Resilience?

Wiggle Talk - A Podcast For Parents ·

2025/10/27

Every parent knows those big-feeling moments - when your child loses a game, feels frustrated, or bursts into tears over something small. This week, Simon and Lachy chat with two child-development researchers from Central Queensland University whose study ofBluey made headlines - revealing that almost half the episodes model resilience and emotional strength. They unpack how animal characters like Bluey, Bingo (even Wags and Dorothy) help children understand feelings, why shows likeBluey can help

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12:45

Dear Wiggles: Did You Change the Lyrics on Purpose?

Wiggle Talk - A Podcast For Parents ·

2025/10/22

When The Wiggles covered Tame Impala’s Elephant for triple j's Like A Version, the internet couldn’t agree - did they actually change the lyrics? This week, Simon and Lachy play back the tape and settle it once and for all. Plus, the real story behind that performance, Kevin Parker’s surprise reaction, and how The Wiggles ended up claiming the #1 spot on triple j’s Hottest 100. HOSTSSimon Pryce Lachlan Gillespie PRODUCERSProduced by The Wiggles and Mylk MediaMadeline

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43:03

Hugh van Cuylenburg: Seeing The World Through His...

Wiggle Talk - A Podcast For Parents ·

2025/10/20

When The Resilience Project’s Hugh Van Cuylenburg wrote an open letter to parents of neurodivergent children, it struck a chord around the world. In this chat, Hugh joins Simon and Lachy to talk about the kind of love that changes you - the messy, beautiful, exhausting kind that comes from raising a child who experiences the world differently. It’s a conversation about patience, empathy and letting go of what you thought parenting would look like. Hugh’s honesty reminds us that

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12:57

Dear Wiggles: Is It Okay If Our Kids See Us Argue?

Wiggle Talk - A Podcast For Parents ·

2025/10/15

Every couple hits this point sooner or later - your child throws a toy, you go firm, your partner goes gentle… and suddenly you’re arguing in front of your toddler. In this week’s Dear Wiggles, Simon and Lachy talk about what really happens when parents don’t see eye-to-eye on discipline. HOSTSSimon Pryce Lachlan Gillespie PRODUCERSProduced by The Wiggles and Mylk MediaMadeline JoannouNick Webb To submit a question for the ‘Dear Wiggles’ segment, email us at

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