In a world where bad news is so easy to consume, and we spend more time on our phones than we do moving our bodies or being with our loved ones.. It’s not surprising that our mental health is suffering.But did you know that moving your body for just 10 minutes a day can have a huge impact on your mental well being? Joining me on today’s episode is Sophie Scott, an Adjunct Professor at the University of Sydney, an award-winning broadcast journalist, as well as a TedX speaker. Sophie is passionate

Send us a textEver wondered how to build the kind of relationship with your kids where they genuinely light up when they see you? In this heartfelt episode, I sit down with Brian Kurian, a ghostwriter, business owner, and father of two boys, who shares his incredible transformation from someone who never thought he'd be a dad to creating the exact relationship he always wished he'd had.Brian opens up about his deepest fears around fatherhood and how his wife's simple wisdom changed

A conversation with Angela about following God when it’s confusing, experiencing group therapy, the delight found in hobbies, the joy when your kids find good friends, blessing others through her work, caring for husbands, and learning to enjoy solitude.

Laura Vanderkam⁠ is the author of several time management books, including the just-out ⁠"Tranquility by Tuesday: 9 Ways to Calm the Chaos and Make Time for What Matters."⁠ She hosts the every-weekday-morning podcast "Before Breakfast" and also co-hosts "Best of Both Worlds" with Sarah Hart-Unger. She lives outside Philadelphia with her husband and five children. Laura explains: How to create a "resilient" schedule How to start small with prioritizing the more important things What keeps

To say we live in a digital age has become a bit of a cliché – but it’s true. From how we schedule appointments or make a reservation – to how our vehicles operate – to devices on our wrists and in our pockets – Technology has become a major part of our day-to-day lives. The same can be said for children – According to a 2025 study by the Pew Research Center – Nine-in-10 parents of children ages 12 and younger – say their child watches TV – 68-percent say their children use a tablet and...

This week, the Pals sit down with Dr. Spencer Nadolsky to talk about the clinical side of GLP-1s, breaking down the science, the side effects, and everything you’ve ever wanted to know about these popular weight-loss medications. The Pals ask all the real questions you’ve been wondering, and Dr. Nadolsky delivers honest, expert answers, no sugarcoating, just straight talk. This episode is educational, unfiltered, and the perfect follow-up to Part 1 with @alexisinprogress. In this ep...

Welcome to Episode 156. Our guest today, Angela Hanscom, developed Timbernook, a research-based outdoor play programme. She is an occupational therapist who has worked with young children on development and is passionate about prioritising physical and neural development through play in the outdoors. It is so important to get your children outside and playing for their social and emotional learning, their hand-eye coordination, and the physical development that comes with outdoor play. If you're

In a world of all kinds of parenting information Abby and Amy have really honed in on what their true core values are when it comes to raising their kids. In today’s episode they dive into their core parenting pillars. In this episode, you’ll hear heartfelt stories and practical parenting tips centered around defining family values, embracing differences, and fostering inclusion. The conversation covers how both families value the importance of safety measures like wearing helmets, promoting ...

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Halloween season continues! This week we're talking about a few urban legends you've probably never heard, ranging from Nigeria to Japan to the strange land of Virginia. Need a good ghost story to keep your teenage kid from making out under a dark bridge? You've got it. Trying to keep your kid in bed after lights-out? Got you covered. Looking to scare the crap out of your kid while they're on the toilet? Say hello to our little friend Hanako San. We've got ghost stories for every need this week, so

Ever found yourself standing in the kitchen, spatula in hand, feeling like you’re about to lose it because your child just pushed away the dinner you spent an hour making... again?What if I told you that the stress you’re feeling at mealtimes isn’t really about the rejected broccoli—and there’s a way to transform your dinner table from a battlefield into a place of connection without giving up on nutrition?I recently spoke with Katie Kimball, a former teacher, two-time TEDx speaker, and mom of four

In this episode, Marcela Collier discusses how to embrace an anxiety-free parenting life, even if diagnosed with anxiety, ADHD, or autism. She shares insights from Dr. Delonis' book "Building a Non-Anxious Life" and emphasizes the importance of choosing reality and emotional regulation skills. Marcela encourages parents to break away from reactivity and control, and to face reality with acceptance and empathy.If you’re ready to stop yelling, stop reacting in anger, and finally feel calm

Your gut isn’t just about digestion — it’s shaping your baby’s health from the very first bite!In this episode, we uncover the surprising ways your gut impacts baby’s immune system, brain development, and even lifelong wellness.From what to eat each trimester, to testing negative for Group B Strep, to preparing your body for birth and postpartum recovery — we’re covering the gut secrets every pregnant mom needs to know. Here’s What You’ll Learn in This Episode:1:01 – Your gut = your baby’s gut!How

Send us a text Join Stevie & Deanne as they share their magical Disney adventures — from Stevie’s first trip to Disneyland at 15, to taking his own kids to Disney World years later. Hear the unforgettable story of witnessing a real NASA shuttle launch led by the first woman commander Eileen Collins, and how moments like these become the stories grandparents love to pass down. If you’ve ever dreamed of visiting Disney or reliving your own family trips, this episode will take you back to t...

We're back after a little break - a bit fresher, and potentially more unhinged, than ever! 😂 We crack right into a chat about how important connection is in midlife, but also how tricky it can be to maintain it with all of life's other demands. Monty's best friend Chris Hemsworth has a moving new doco coming out with his dad about facing life with Alzheimer's, and Mel shares a fascinating study that gives hope to combatting physical and cognitive effects of aging. There's also Hilaria Baldwin's

Welcome to the Parenting Teens Today podcast, hosted by top youth motivational speaker and teen coach Jesse LeBeau and Adam Episcopo. In this insightful episode, Adam interviews Colleen Souza, a renowned educator, author, speaker, and mother of three, who has over 20 years of experience helping teenagers thrive. Together, they dive deep into practical advice and wisdom for raising confident, resilient, and happy teenagers in today’s fast-paced, tech-driven world. Parents will leave empowered with

Mel Robbins may have her “Let Them” theory — but when it comes to sensory and stimulatory behaviors that interfere with learning and growth, we’ve developed our own version: “Don’t Let Them.” In this episode, we unpack the overlap between sensory and stimulatory (stimming) behaviors — how they can look similar on the surface, but often serve different purposes. We talk about how sensory behaviors are often the body’s way of seeking or avoiding input, while stimulatory behaviors can be self-so...

Send us a text 5 years ago, one of my very first guests was Real World: New York Allum: Eric Nies. If there was someone that experienced all the sides of what reality show fandom brings, it was Eric. After that show I knew he was the real deal. In fact, he helped me grow even more after losing my brother over 2 decades ago. During our summer hiatus, I was able to reconnect with him. Living in Hawaii, Eric has done the work to be where he is today. He even gives us all advice on be...

When your teen starts doing better (going to school, staying sober, following through), it’s natural to breathe a sigh of relief. It’s also natural for your teen or young adult to plead their case and ask you to loosen the boundary. But that’s the trap many parents fall into: they loosen the boundaries that helped create that progress in the first place. Today, Seth and I unpack the psychology behind this “everything’s fine now” mindset and why it can quickly unravel the stability your family...