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The Parent Panel
All parents, all honest, mostly hilarious. The Parent Panel is the perfect podcast for every grownup with membership to the exclusive parenting club. Two of Australia's favourite parents come together to dish on the best, worst, and hilarious parts of the week that was; from the news desk to the kitchen sink.
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Broadcaster and writer Annaliese Dent and marriage celebrant Chris North join presenter Shevonne Hunt to chat about the news and events of the week.The Parent PanelOn this episode they speak about: How to survive a COVID-19 quarantine with children, do men suffer from "relationship-generated disadvantage" when they divorce? Is 'Mummy wine time' a fun way to relax or is it problematic? The most stressful thing you've done with kids (that was meant to be enjoyable) Info about our guests: Annaliese Dent – on Instagram @annaliesedent her website is annaliesedent.com and her latest podcast is called Divorce Story. and Chris North – on Instagram @northyinsta his website is chrisnorth.com.au In this podcast Annaliese mentions two books by Steven Biddulph: Raising Boys in the 21st Century and The New Manhood.
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Writer Kerri Sackville and Grant Lyndon from Busy Dads join presenter Shevonne Hunt to chat about the news and events of the week. This week they chat about: What item their family couldn't do without during a Coronavirus lock down, if children today are more exposed to fear than previous generations, extreme parenting negotiations and parenting wins on a rough day.The Parent Panel
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Sky News presenter and author Jacinta Tynan joins actor Ryan Johnson to share their parenting wisdom and fails with presenter Shevonne Hunt. On this show they cover: In the wake of the murder of Hannah Clarke and her children do we need to abandon the myth of the "good man"? A baboon escaped before his vasectomy, what parental responsibility would you run from? Schoolyard friendships and fights: how would you deal with your child being mean? Is parental nudity okay? And if it is, is there a time limit to hanging it all out? Our guests: Jacinta Tynan – @jacintatynan and Ryan Johnson – @ryanjohnsonofoz
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Picture book illustrator Beck Feiner and comedian Cam Knight share their insight and parenting experiences with host Shevonne Hunt. On this show they tackle: Your "what was I thinking?!!" moment that involved your children, how you get your kids to eat their veggies, should parents help their kids with homework? When parents go DIY and it turns out well (or badly).Parent Panel More info about our guests:Beck Feiner - Instagram: @beckfeiner_illustrations, Books: If I was Prime Ministerand My folks grew up in the 80sand Cam Knight - FaceBook @camknightcomedy and camknight.com.au
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Head of Content at Mamamia and co-host of Holly Wainwright teams up with author and comedian Simon Kennedy to chat about the news and events of the week, all through the parenting lens. This episode includes: A nine-year-old child tattooist (and whether we'd get our kid's drawing as a tattoo), a new social media trend #tradwives and if it's damaging to feminism, is it time we went back to basics with lunch boxes? Sock refusal and other irritating child behaviours.This Glorious Mess Our guests: Holly Wainwright - @wainwrightholly and Simon Kennedy - @simon_kennedy
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Writer and director Kristen Toovey and comedian Gary Eck join forces to pick apart the news and events of the week, from a parent's perspective. Those topics include: Should parents be worried about novel coronavirus? Do influencers have a right to use their children in posts when it generates income for the family? The politics of kid's birthday party invites and Kim and Kanye's family home (and how yours compares). Our guests: Kristen Toovey – on Instagram @kristen_D.A.G.G and Linkedin and Gary Eck – on Facebook @garyeck
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Writer and broadcaster Annaliese Dent joins marriage celebrant and comedian Chris North to give their (sometimes strong) opinions on the parenting news and events of the week.On this episode that includes: Tony Abbott says "middle class" women need to have more babies, is this true? Do parents need to change their relationship with teachers? How our non-birthing partners fared during the child birth experience, the most useless thing you bought when you first had your kids. Info about our guests: Annaliese Dent - on Instagram @annaliesedent and Chris North- on Instagram @sydney_celebrant_chrisnorth
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Nutritionist and TV Presenter Zoe Bingley-Pullin and founder of Grant Lyndon join presenter Shevonne Hunt to talk about the events and news of the week.Busy DadsOn this episode of they discuss: What to do with bored kids at the end of the school holidays, whether it's appropriate to have a toddler in the birthing pool with you, if it's inevitable that mothers will always worry about their kids and the key to a happy marriage.The Parent Panel Details about our guests: Zoe Bingley-Pullin– @zoebingleypullin For more about Zoe's 4 week program check out her website. Grant Lyndon - @busydads
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Comedian and actor Sallie Don joins TV presenter Matt Baseley to dissect and discuss the news and events in the parenting world with presenter Shevonne Hunt. On this episode they discuss: Megxit: would you run away from your family? (and if you did, where would you run ?) Jennifer Hawkins is being parent shamed already - have you ever been shamed? With water restrictions around the country in force, would you snitch on a non-compliant neighbour? Coping with school holidaysto Our guests: Sallie Don – @boots_don and Matt Basely– @mattbaseley
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Danielle Colley from and Sean Szeps from join presenter Shevonne Hunt for the last episode of for 2019.My Good LifeBringing Up GaybiesThe Parent Panel On this show they discuss: The pain points of juggling work and family life, what they avoid doing at Christmas time, how they have managed lice and the parenting wins and fails of 2019. More about our guests: Danielle Colley – on Instagram @your.good.life or at yourgoodlife.com.au and Sean Szeps– is @seanszeps on Instagram and bringingupgaybies.com
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Sky News presenter and author Jacinta Tynan joins actor Ryan Johnson to talk about the news and events that are circling the parenting world this week. In this episode that includes: How the fires across Australia are impacting their children, first home nostalgia, what they would do on an adult gap year and the worst Christmas presents you can give a kid (from an adult's perspective) Our guests: Jacinta Tynan – @jacintatynan and Ryan Johnson – @ryanjohnsonofoz
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Writer and podcaster Annaliese Dent and comedian Merrick Watts try out their parenting chops on the events and news of the week. In this episode they cover: The thing you would be qualified to teach at school, mental health days for kids, where you get your parenting advice from and christmas preparations (are you ready?). Our guests: Annaliese Dent – on Instagram @annaliesedent her website is annaliesedent.com and Merrick Watts– Instagram @merrickwatts and on Facebook @MerrickWattsOfficialleast
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Graphic designer and children's book author Beck Feiner joins comedian Gary Eck to share their insight and parenting wisdom on the events and news of the week. In this episode of that includes: How good are you at fundraising for your kid's daycare or school? What kind of parent is welcome in your tribe? How do you decide the size of your family? Managing tired kids at the end of the year.The Parent Panel Info about our guests: Beck Feiner- on Instagram @beckfeiner_illustrations or her website beckfeinercreations.com you can find her book at Booktopia and Gary Eck – on Facebook @garyeck
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is off for one more week, so in the meantime we thought we'd introduce you to a fellow Babyology podcast, The Parent PanelTwo Judgy Mums. Hen and Becks are our 2 Judgy Mums – they’re two mums who are under pressure, under-resourced but over-opinionated. They’ve been thinking about all the #blessed parenting podcasts and wondering why they don’t seem to match the lives real mums are actually living. Aspirational listening is all well and good, but where is the podcast for frazzled mums that tells it like it really is? In this episode they ask, is a dirty child a reportable offence? Becks and Hen look at all the ways you can polish up a soiled young one. Disclaimer: No children were harmed during the making of this episode!
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The Parent Panel is on a short break, so this week we'd like to introduce to a fellow Babyology podcast Two Judgy Mums. Hen and Becks are our 2 Judgy Mums – they’re two mums who are under pressure, under-resourced but over-opinionated. They’ve been thinking about all the #blessed parenting podcasts and wondering why they don’t seem to match the lives real mums are actually living. Aspirational listening is all well and good, but where is the podcast for frazzled mums that tells it like it really is? In this episode, they ask: what would you do if you found $100 in a gift given at a kid’s birthday party? A conundrum of conscience or a helping hand at the supermarket? Becks and Hen make the call.
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Writer, producer and director Kristen Toovey joins musician and children's author Josh Pyke to give us their parental insights into the issues and events of the week.This week that includes: The most persistent earworm your children have given you, Whether breast milk is the latest and greatest party drug, Extracurricular activities: how do you decide what to do? Balancing the perfection of Insta-kids with our own #reallyfe stories For Miley Cyrus' video (without music) check it out on YouTube.More info on our guests: Kristen Toovey – on Instagram @kristen_2v and LinkedinJosh Pyke - on the interwebs at joshpyke.com, on Instagram @joshpyke and if you're keen to check out his latest book with Justine Clarke it's Kinderling Kids Radio's story of the week.A Banana is a Banana,
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Professional de-clutterer Anita Birges from joins comedian and celebrant Chris North to talk about the news and events of the week with presenter Shevonne Hunt.Mise en PlaceThe Parent PanelOn this episode they ponder: Was Michael Leunig out of line with his cartoon depicting mums on phones? What kinds of risks should we let our children take? Is it okay to swear in front of your kids? Is making your baby a zombie for Halloween hilarious or in bad taste? Find more about our guests: Anita Birges - on Instagram @mise_en_place_aus and for tips on decluttering before Christmas check out mise-en-place.com.au and Chris North - on Instagram chris_north_mc_celebrant or to book for your wedding his website is chrisnorth.com.au
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Writer and author Kerri Sackville joins voice-over artist and founder of Grant Lyndon to chat about the events and news of the week with presenter Shevonne Hunt. This episode includes: Banning bride costumes for children in Kmart, How old do kids start sleep-overs and what are the rules? Raising boys in a #metoo world, Living the dream in a real life toy universe.Busy Dads More info about our guests: Kerri Sackville- on Facebook @kerri.sackville and on Instagram @kerrisackville her book is called Out there, A survival guide for dating in mid lifeGrant Lyndon - on Facebook @GrantBartlettLyndon, on Instagram @grant_lyndon and on the Busy Dads website..
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Illustrator and graphic designer Beck Feiner joins comedian Gary Eck to dissect the news and events of the week through the lens of parenting.In this episode they discuss:Following on from Roxy Jacenko publicly shaming the poo jogger, when have you done something similar to your kids?What parenting duties do you pretend to do badly so the other parent will pick up the slack?What are the pros and cons of parenting with a big age gap between parents?What is the cheapest thrill you've been able to give your kids?More info about our guests: Beck Feiner- on Instagram @beckfeiner_illustrations or her website beckfeinercreations.com you can find her book at Booktopia and Gary Eck - on Facebook @garyeck
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Former emergency paediatric nurse and CEO of CPR Kids Sarah Hunstead joins podcaster and blogger Sean Szeps to chat about the week that was. On this episode that includes: Morals that went out the window once babies were born, planning for Halloween, the super power having children unlocked in you and the pleasure and pain points of staying at home.More info about our guests: Sarah Hunstead - on Instagram @cprkids and their online courses are at cprkids.com.au and Sean Szeps- on Instagram @seanszeps his new podcast can be found at Itunes or where ever you get your podcasts.
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TV presenter and part-time rock goddess Kristen Toovey joins TV presenter and author Andrew Daddo to discuss the week's parenting news and events on In this episode they discuss: Are gender-neutral dolls a good or a bad thing for kids? When is the right time to give your kid a mobile phone? What is your biggest parenting fail? What would you do with an extra hour of sunlight?The Parent Panel. Our guests: Kristen Toovey – on Instagram @kristen_2v and Linkedin and Andrew Daddo– on Instagram @andrewdaddo , you can find a copy of his latest book Atticus Van Tasticus here.
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Author and matrescence educator Amy Taylor-Kabbaz and maths YouTube sensation Eddie Woo join presenter Shevonne Hunt to talk about the week that was. This week that includes: What kids are saying about climate change, When is the right time to have a baby? What would you buy your kids if you had oodles of cash? What are all the good things new parents can look forward to? Our guests: Amy Taylor-Kabbaz – on Instagram @happymamawithamy and website happymama.com.au and Eddie Woo – on Instagram @misterwootube and on YouTube at Eddie Woo
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presenter and yogi Rachael Coopes and comedian Cam Knight join presenter Shevonne Hunt to talk about everything from the weekly news to daily parenting challenges.Play SchoolThe Parent Panel In this episode they discuss: Losing at and winning at life - the fundraising support for Luke Toki, when does the non-birthing partner have rights in the labour ward? Has 'wine mum' culture been misinterpreted? What do you do with all the party lolly bags?Australian Survivor Info about our guests: Rachael Coopes - on Instagram @rachaelcoopes and to support Rachael and the Minis you can donate at Kickstarter. Cam Knight - on Instagram @iamcamknight and he is also performing at the Sydney Fringe Festival
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Voice-over artist Michelle Gutierrez-Baseley and TV presenter Matt Baseley join presenter Shevonne Hunt on to talk about the parenting topics of the week.Sydney Weekender The Parent PanelThis episode we chat about the following topics: What would a reality TV show discover about your family life? The best piece of parenting advice you ever received, are we too screen-obsessed or is creating digital memories important? What's your 'love language'? More info about our guests: Michelle Gutierrez-Baseley– on Instagram @bella_baso and Matt Baseley– on Instagram @mattbaseley and his website is mattbaseley.com.
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Personal trainer and TV presenter Tiffiny Hall joins her husband comedian Ed Kavalee to talk parenting with host Shevonne Hunt. While they don't talk about being in love, the way they express their appreciation for each other is obvious throughout the whole show. On this episode that includes: How you found the right name for your first child (Arnold), what characteristics you'd like your son to inherit from his parents, the unspoken words you'd say to your partner, your favourite first of Arnold's life. You can find more of Tiffiny Hall on Instagram @tiffhall_xo and her website is tiffinyhall.com.au. You can find their picture book at A first time for everything
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TV presenter and nutritionist Zoe Bingley-Pullin and the original yellow Wiggle himself Greg Page join host Shevonne Hunt to tackle parenting topics, sharing their opinions and experiences along the way.On this episode these topics include: Do children have the right to strike for action on climate change?What love song do you share with your partner? What do you miss most about your children being small?And, Father's Day wishes and plans. More info about our guests: Zoe Bingley-Pullin – on Instagram @zoebingleypullin her website is zoebingleypullin.com and her new online program will be out in October. Greg Page – Team Rescue can be found on .ABC iview
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Writer and broadcaster Annaliese Dent joins marriage celebrant Chris North to talk about the stories making waves in the parenting world this week. This episode of includes: Weight Watchers releasing a new app for children, what parents really think about Book Week, if birth order impacts the person you become and pregnancy announcements.The Parent PanelFor more information about our guests: Annaliese Dent – on Instagram @annaliesedent her website is annaliesedent.com and the charity event in Sydney is for Rafiki Mwema. Chris North – on Instagram @northyinsta his website is chrisnorth.com.au and for more info on the Youth Orchestra event is called The Big Busk
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TV presenter Tania Zaetta and actor Andy Leonard join Shevonne Hunt to share their opinions and experiences as parents. On this episode they discuss: Choosing the gender of your baby, online critics who are quick to shame parents, parental lists of things they don't do, farm yard animals and good gut health. You can find more about our guests at: Tania Zaetta - on Instagram @taniazaetta or her website is taniazaetta.com.au and Andy Leonard - on Instagram @gaydadandakid or his website andyleonard.com.au and his new show in Sydney is called Nine.
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Writer and author Kerri Sackville joins actor Ryan Johnson from Doctor Doctor to talk about all things parenting, including why The Lion King lions are anatomically censored. Other topics include: If the latest collectable crazes are corrupting our kids, the value of human kindness (especially when you're a parent), the advice you wish you'd been told as a new parent and if having a child changed your sense of self. Find out more about our guests: Kerri Sackville - on Instagram @kerrisackville or Facebook @Kerri.Sackville and her hilarious and insightful book is called Out There, the survival guide for dating in mid-life.andRyan Johnson- on Instagram @ryanjohnsonofoz and on Doctor Doctor
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Writer and life coach Danielle Colley and broadcasting blogger Sean Szeps join host Shevonne Hunt to pick apart some of the topics that are challenging parents today. These topics include: What it takes to be an adult in 2019, old fashioned names that are destined for a comeback, how to be a superior man and what kiddie things would you still do, even if you didn't have children? You can find Danielle Colley on Instagram @your.good.life or at yourgoodlife.com.au Sean Szeps is @seanszeps on Instagram and bringingupgaybies.com.
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Writer and author Jacinta Tynan and sports and travel presenter Will McCloy join The Parent Panel to chat with host Shevonne Hunt about their approach to parenting. This week that includes: Whether middle-class parents are guilty of toxic parenting, what you would do differently if you could reverse the parenting clock, if being boastful about your child equals competitive parenting and favourite toys from your own childhood. Details from our guests: Jacinta Tynan - Instagram @jacintatynan, Mother Zen the book and Will McCloy- Website: willmccloy.com Instagram will_mccloy
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Writer, producer and director Kristen Toovey joins author and comedian Simon Kennedy to share their thoughts and experiences on The Parent Panel with host Shevonne Hunt. On this episode they discuss: Introducing risk to early learning centres, Miley Cyrus' choice to not have children, if scaring kids is good for them, human keepsakes (like baby teeth and hair). Guest details: Kristen Toovey Linkedin and Simon Kennedy- Instagram @simon-kennedy, and YouTube
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Actor and musician Justine Clarke joins writer and comedian Gary Eck to discuss news and everyday parenting challenges with The Parent Panel host Shevonne Hunt. Together they tackle: Which baby was the biggest shock? (First, second or third). Is it okay to pierce a baby's ears? How do you work out extracurricular activities for your kids? The best birthday present you've ever given. Justine Clarke's show, Mimi's Symphony, is on at the City Recital Hall in Sydney and the Gondwana World Choral Festival that Gary spoke about can be found at Sydney Destinations NSW.
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Popular lifestyle blogger Maggie McTeggart and Sydney Weekender presenter Matt Basely join The Parent Panel host Shevonne Hunt to chat about the trials and tribulations of being a parent today. On this episode they discuss: How has becoming a parent impacted your career? Should parents be apologising for noisy kids? Is it ever okay to steal someone else's baby name? Tree wees: yay or nay? You can find our guests online @maggie.mcteggart and @mattbaseley
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TV presenter and producer Chezzi Denyer and comedian Cam Knight join Parent Panel host Shevonne Hunt to give their thoughts and opinions on the topics of the week. In this episode they discuss whether having an organised and neat house is normal, if children should be out-of-bounds for the paparazzi, the best and worst things about your birthing experience and is honesty always the best policy with kids? You can find Chezzi on Instagram @chezzidenyer and she'd like you to vote for Amanda Keller for the Logies. Cam Knight is best found on Facebook @CamKnightComedy Cam's event in July can be found here.
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Illustrator Beck Feiner and Mark Serrels, Editorial Director of CNET, share their parenting wisdom and opinions with The Parent Panel host Shevonne Hunt. In this episode, they tackle: Caesarean parties: where everyone gets to join in the fun, things our kids love that we hate, is living separately the secret to a happy marriage? Are baby bows cute or not? Find our guests online at: Beck Feiner - Instagram @beckfeiner_illustrations and online beckfeinercreations.com (where you can find her book and cards) and Mark Serrels- Twitter @serrels
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Mamamia's Holly Wainwright and comedian Merrick Watts join The Parent Panel presenter Shevonne Hunt to tackle topics close a parent's heart. These include: What helped you get through the first weeks of parenting? Childhood experiences you'd like to give your child (and the lessons they'd learn), Is parenting the most important job in the world? When has your child said something you wish you'd be able to say yourself (but couldn't). You can find our guests at: Holly Wainwright - Instagram @wainwrightholly and on Facebook HollyWainwrightOnline. Holly's charity is School for Life and Merrick Watts - Instagram @merrickwatts and on Facebook @MerrickWattsOfficial
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Author Kerri Sackville and mindfulness coach Grant Lyndon join The Parent Panel host Shevonne Hunt to share their parenting wisdom on: the parenting hack that makes your life easier that you wouldn't admit to in public, can parents be their kid's friend? When is the right time to introduce a new partner to your kids? What is the most treasured gift your kids have given you?Extra details: You can find Kerri Sackville on Instagram @kerrisackville and on Facebook @kerri.sackville. For copies of the anthology, Split, check out Booktopia. Grant Lyndon can be found Instagram @grant-lyndon and on Facebook Busy Dadsgaryeck.com
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Sunrise news presenter Natalie Barr joins comedian Gary Eck share their wisdom and experience on a number of parenting topics. They join host Shevonne Hunt to discuss: the hardest thing about mornings, whether single, childless women are happier than married mothers, the most helpful thing they did (or their partners did) during pregnancy and labour and what subject they would teach best if they home schooled their kids. For more on Natalie and Gary check out: Natalie on Instagram - natalie_barr7 and Gary Eck at his website garyeck.com and comedyforacause.
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Nutritionist and chef Zoe Bingley-Pullin joins comedian and celebrant Chris North to share their parenting knowledge with host Shevonne Hunt. On this show they tackle the following topics: Do we have different expectations of mothers and fathers in politics? Are The Wiggles out of line when they suggest that boys can be Emma too? Is it OK to be distracted while you're playing with your kids? The most impressive thing your kid has ever done. Zoe Bingley-Pullin - Instagram @zoebingleypullin website zoebingleypullin.com Chris North - website chrisnorth.com.au.
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Model and entrepreneur Megan Gale joins funny man Simon Kennedy to pick apart the stories and issues parents are tackling this week. They join host Shevonne Hunt to pick apart #MyMum was a great trend, but what about #MumsNow? When naming your baby after the Queen of Dragons ends up being a bad idea, sexism in the home - how do you raise your kids to be equal? And Birthday parties - simple and sweet or big and bold? Megan talks about her new baby MindfulLife and Simon Kennedy explains why his book was so popular on Mother's Day.
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Journalist and presenter Talitha Cummins joins cook and author Aaron Harvie to tackle the topics making our minds tick. Together with host Shevonne Hunt, they discuss: Is home birthing a more attractive option now a Royal has done it? Are 'push presents' a valid recognition of the challenge of bearing a child, or are they tacky? Are fit mums on Instagram causing more harm than good? Perfect pantries and peeing alone. What is your parenting porn?
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Real Housewife of Sydney Krissy Marsh and comedian Andrew Barnett compare parenting notes and take on the gossip and news of the week. Along with ever-wise host Shevonne Hunt, they discuss their secret parenting shames, fond childhood memories, if we're raising a generation of soft and lazy children, and whether or not you should have to ask your significant other for permission to go out.You can find Krissy on Instagram @realkrissymarsh and Youtube RealKrissyMarsh.Andrew is on Instagram @mrabarnett and tickets to his comedy show at Sydney Comedy festival are available at their website http://www.sydneycomedyfest.com.au/.Shevonne is on Instagram @shevonnehunt.
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Danielle Colley is a Life Coach with a touch of salty pirate, Sean Szeps is a dad of twins whose spirit animal is Lady Diana. Together they join host Shevonne Hunt for an enlightening and hilarious episode of The Parent Panel. Today they talk about appropriate Royal names for Baby Sussex, the invisible rules of posting children on social media, the benefits of town vs country for family life, when domestic duties cause tension at home. You can find Danielle online at yourgoodlife.com.au and the best place to find Sean is on Instagram @seanszeps.
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Former Real Housewife of Sydney Nicole O'Neil (Pret-a-Party.com) and life coach Nate Cook (gritboxx.com) talk to Shevonne Hunt about the impact of Israel Folau's behaviour on children, whether Sam Wood should have covered his cute bum on Instagram, why Wonder Woman would make the best Aussie PM and the different ways families do Easter.
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Bronwyn Mandile and David Koch join Shevonne Hunt on The Parent Panel. In this episode they discuss whether all Australians should be holding their kids back from school, when parents take over homework, and whether their efforts rate a mention, dealing with kids that yell and whether mother-in-laws deserve the bad rap they get. Catch more of Bron at mumlyfe.com.au, and get your mits on David's book Kochie's11-step money plan for a better life at all good book stores or Booktopia.
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Journo and author Jessica Rowe, former Bachelor star and current fitness empire-builder Sam Wood join Shevonne Hunt to discuss concierge parenting, toddler tantrums, spats with partners, and parenting failures that turn into parenting wins. Jess admits to stealing a pass-the-parcel present for her daughter and we hear about the beyond-cute way Sam's daughter reacts to his romantic kisses with Snez. You can find Jess' new book Diary of a Crap Housewife here and Sam's 28 day challenge here.
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Graphic Designer and artist Beck Feiner joins comedian Tommy Dean this week on The Parent Panel. In this episode they take on whether toddler- reins are ok, or should they be banned? How did you (or your partner) prepare for labour? What is your most effective tool in the discipline box? What is the most inappropriate movie you have watched with your kids?
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Kate Browne, Managing Editor at finder.com.au and Mark Serrels, Editorial Director of CNET, share their parenting wisdom and experience with Shevonne. Together they discuss whether Egg Boy is a hero or a villain, if nine-year-olds should fly solo, helping your kids deal with disappointment and what your child will thank you for later in life.
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Co-host of The Queen Sesh Overshare podcast Annaliese Dent and Brad Kearns from DaDMuM Life join Shevonne to share their opinions and thoughts on the events of the week. This episode they look at; Is throwing cheese at a baby's face is funny? Should children be staying home for two years before going to child care? Is emotional labour simply a case of women being martyrs? And the two guests share their parenting epiphanies.
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Writer and positive psychology coach from Your Good Life Danielle Colley and comedian Gary Eck come together to pick apart some tricky topics with host Shevonne Hunt. Post Leaving Neverland how do you talk to your kids about their idols when they fall from grace? Can men complain about less sex after childbirth? When birth plans go awry and are vasectomy parties a good idea?
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Sky News Presenter Jacinta Tynan and actor Ryan Johnson take on all that juicy parenting gossip. From Fifi Box and her choice to expand her family as a single mum, the most painful vs most enjoyable thing to do with your kids, whether Coles deserves applause or condemnation for their latest collectables campaign and the most precious thing your kid has ever given you.
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Comedian MerrickWatts, Mamamia's HollyWainwright and host ShevonneHunt take down the news of the week, flip it, and reverse it. This episode is all about how you talk to anti-vaxxers, whether restaurants should be banning iPads for kids, sleep deprivation making you do the darndest things, and the biggest threat you've ever thrown at your kids.
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Triple J host and comedian Veronica Milsom and Sydney Weekender's Matt Baseley are the wise and knowledgeable paragons of parenting in this hysterical (no bias) episode. Guided, as ever, by host ShevonneHunt, the panel take on the news of the week for parents and deviate into stories about snot, blackheads, and tinder for babies.The 4 topics in this episode (which are definitely not deviated from in any way shape or form as this is the most professional and serious podcast about parenting that has ever existed) are, Baby names as personal brands, A mother-in-law who may have gone "too far", The Bonds baby competition shutdown and, What new emoji needs to be made for parents?
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AnitaBirges of Mise-En-Place and comedian turned marriage celebrant ChrisNorth join Shevonne to give their spin on the news and gossip of the week. This episode tackles; The madness of modern lunchboxes, Bec Judd and the case of the "extravagant" 5th birthday party, the strangest things siblings fight about and the best family holiday ever, in the history of human/your own family's existence
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CPR Kids founder Sarah, cook and author Aaron join Shevonne to take down the gossip, to pick apart the news from the last seven days. The four topics in this episode are: Are working mothers more stressed than ever? Should you upload your birth video to Instagram? Would taking MDMA save your marriage? What's the one thing that you wish you had to have you #winning at life?
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Beck (creator of the Aussie Legends Alphabet) and Cam (comedian) join forces to take on the gossip, serious news, and flamboyant op-eds of the week. This episode is all about; How to talk to kids about death and grief (what better way to start a podcast than with a light-hearted topic), women in the Australian parliament (super duper chill, not a heavy dissection of the roles women play in modern life at all), having secret strategies for when real-life gets all too much and lasagne gender reveal parties. Sure. Why not?
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Writer Kerri Sackville and Busydads founder GrantLyndonare your new best friends and wise guidance counsellors when it comes to parenting news... At least, they will be for the 30 minutes you're listening. The topics up for debate in this episode are; the worldwide phenomenon that is tidier extraordinaire MarieKondo, the Gillette ad tackling toxic masculinity, the labeling of single parents, and the panel's top tips for surviving the end of the school holidays with your sanity in tact.
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Wrapping up 2018 in style journalist Jacinta Tynanand actor Ryan Johnson join Shevonne Huntto reminisce and joke about the news and gossip of the YEAR! The best, worst and strangest Christmas gift ever received, is it wrong to make your child an "influencer", when is the right time to let your child go to sleepovers and the most exciting part of the upcoming holiday break.
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Nicole (Real Housewives of Sydney) and Tommy (comedian) along with host Shevonne Hunt chat through your standard parenting news and gossip like banning mobile phones in primary school, parenting wins, dream catchers made out of umbilical cords and other birth souvenirs and their favourite Christmas traditions.
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Mummytime TV founder Chezzi Denyer, TV presenter and SAHD Matt Baseley laugh their way through the news and gossip of the week. This episode the topics are; what's the most romantic thing they've ever done, is school the right place for political protest, do you trust your kids or could you see yourself tracking them within an inch of their lives as they get older, do you love or loathe the silly season, and all the excess work and joy that comes with it?
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Holly from Mamamia and This Glorious Mess and Luke, lead singer of The Vegetable Plot join Shevonne to talk through their favourite ways to connect with their children, should we ban monkey bars, Christmas present etiquette for teachers and early childhood educators and fantasy inventions that would make this parenting game a whole lot easier
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Writer Zoë Norton Lodge and comedian Andrew Barnett join Shevonne to talk through Lego for adults, parenting labels, multi-cultural Santas, and the parts of parenting that grossed you out pre-children that now are just part of the gig. Plus something for free - that most of the advice people give you when it comes to parenting is utter garbage.
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Mumlyfe'sBron and Sydney Weekender host Matt join Shevonne to talk very seriously about passing on music tastes to your kids, teaching children it's okay to make mistakes, whether or not mums feel impostor syndrome more than dads, and what age should you introduce your child/children to the works of Shakespeare.
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TV producer Kristen and comedian Chris join host Shevonne to chew the fat and take on whether or not competition is healthy for kids, crying babies in cafes, single mums having to prove their worth, and childhood bullies (and how Chris didn't twig that his playgroup was almost definitely run by some kind of weird cult organisation)
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Journalist Jacinta Tynan and actor Ryan Johnson take on the worst kids' shows that have needled their way into our hearts, should children stand for adults on public transport, is it ever okay for your parents and in-laws to interfere in your family life or relationship, and favourite movies you can't wait to show your kids when they're old enough.
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Comedian Martin and Finder.com.au's managing editor Kate join Shevonne Hunt to talk through a Bunnings' themed b'day party, judgement around c-section births, are Disney princesses sexist, and the best (and worst) memories from their grandparents (plus a good five minutes talking about how amazing Martin's beard is.)
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Happy Mama founder Amy and Channel 7's Matt join Shevonne to discuss the serious things like what Aussie name should Meghan and Harry give their new baby, how hard it is to actually discipline our kids, the things we miss from our pre-parenting days and stuff our parents taught us (and secret family codes)
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Journalist Seamus Byrne and decluttering queen and stylist Anita Birges discuss the crazy things kids do that end up with big consequences for parents, managing work and family life, Keira Knightley versus the Duchess of Cambridge, and how we can celebrate and encourage our girls to be strong.
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Writer Kerri Sackville and Busydads founder Grant Lyndon join Shevonne to take on the weeks' news. From father daughter relationships, to lack of passion and ample boredom in a relationship. Plus what are the boundaries you've set as a parent that you just WILL NOT budge on and what are the funny and quirky things that only your family do (and that often seem very strange to everyone else).
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Graphic designer Beck Feiner and editor of CNET Mark Serrels join mum-of-two Shevonne Hunt to discuss living your dreams through your kids, raising feminist sons, parenting phobias, and the weirdest thing you find when spring cleaning.
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TV presenter Tom Williams and Happy Mama founder Amy Taylor-Kabbaz join Shevonne Hunt to discuss; does being a parent mean the death of spontaneity, how did you get away with breaking the rules as a kid, are businesses still failing working mums and what is the most ridiculous tantrum your child has ever thrown?
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Sarah Hunstead of CPR Kids and cook and author Aaron Harvie take on: The most mind-numbing TV show or YouTube channel your child watches, the criticism are around Serena Williams, A nine-year-old Aussie girl protesting the national anthem and the little white lies we tell our kids.
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Author and columnist Clementine Ford and comedian and TV producer Julian Morrow dive into the week that was for parents. Joining Shevonne they discuss ridiculous products marketed at parents, petty family crimes, dads mental health and how being a parent
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Actor Ryan Johnson and journalist Jacinta Tynan join Shevonne Hunt to take on all things parenting: from the funnies to the fails. In this episode they tackle: The leadership spill, playdate etiquette, nature vs nurture, and the best advice their dad ever gave them
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Babyology's Ella Walsh and social researcher Neer Korn definitely aren't parenting experts. But that won't stop them from taking on the issues of the week. From banning book week, is it time that non-parents were given the same work flexibility as parents, making housework fair, and what do you do that makes your feel like a good parent?
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Survivor star and fitness guru Steve 'Commando' Willis and Real Housewife Nicole O'Neil jump behind the mic to reminisce and rant on the past week of parenting. In this episode they discuss home birth, naughty and cheeky things kids do, daughters and healthy body image, and what they'd do if they had an extra 30 minutes each day.
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Sometimes you just need to look back at the week of parenting and laugh. Bron Mandile from Mumlyfe and creative director Glenn Urquhart prove that if you're going to do this parenting thing, you may as well laugh about the best and worst bits. In this episode they tackle the subject of Instagrammers as role models, managing volunteering at kids' schools, is there a way to banish working parent guilt for good, and what superheroes should be on the big screen for our kids?
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Sarah Hunstead of CPR Kids and Luke Escombe of The Vegetable Plot join Shevonne to lament and laugh their way through the past seven days of madness and mayhem for parents. In this episode they tackle the Coles plastic bag backflip saga, how do you resolve conflict in your relationships, why does having kids mean you never stop saying sorry, and the madness of getting out the door of a morning with kids.
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Graphic designer Beck Feiner and editor of CNET Mark Serrels make parenting hilarious. They talk about how they divide the emotional load in their families, recount hilarious fights with their own siblings plus how they try to keep their children from killing each other. They take a peek into the past an reminisce about the music and TV from when they were kids, and the two very different ways they try to get their kids to actually go. to. SLEEP!
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Seamus Byrne of ScienceAlert and Amy Taylor-Kabbaz, founder of Happy Mama jump behind the mic to lay out the week that was for parents across the country. In this episode they join host Shevonne Hunt in discussing; My Health Record - should parents be opting out, should you discipline other people's children on play dates, how do you deal with the sheer amount of kids' toys overtaking your home, and when has your well-intentioned cooking turned into a complete disaster.
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How much sleep does a kid need? While The Parent Panelists and Shevonne Hunt take a week away from the mic, we've got a special episode of a brand new Babyology podcast everyone parent should listen to. Ain't That The Truth with paediatric emergency nurse and CPR Kids founder Sarah Hunstead helps sort fact from fiction when it comes to raising a healthy family. The first episode looks at just how much sleep a child needs per day.
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Luke Escombe, front man and Aspara-Gus from The Vegetable Plot, and Lucy Kippist, online editor for Kinderling Kids Radio joining Shevonne Hunt to debate and laugh through the topics parents were talking about over the last week. From the power of kindness from strangers and the environmental impact of children, to repeating parenting mistakes and when children should start to do chores.
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Chezzi Denyer of Mummy Time and comedian Gary Eck join Shevonne Hunt to talk through the things that had parents buzzing this week. From the responsibility of parents when it comes to their child's digital footprint, would you let your daughter go to a make-up themed birthday party, to should we bribe our kids to get them to cooperate, and who would your ultimate celebrity A-Team be to get you out of a family disaster.
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Author and columnist Kerri Sackville and Busy Dads founder Grant Lyndon join Shevonne to dissect, debate and drill down into the issues parents and carers have been talking about this week. In this episode they tackle the mental health of dads, breaking your own parenting rules, who should pay when a child knocks over some very expensive art and what are your secret parental superpowers
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Mamamia's Holly Wainwright and comedian Merrick Watts use their wit and genius (no sarcasm we promise!) to tackle the hot topics that had parents and carers fired up all over the last seven days. From Prince George and toy guns, parenting skills of the past, to the Yin and Yang of parenting skills and styles and embarrassing outbursts from your kids.
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Jason Treuen from Babyology and musician Angie Who use their infinite wisdom and parental prowess to tackle the big issues that have had parents talking across the country. From banning school holidays, travelling first class sans children, bad parenting habits, and surprising qualities in our kids; from the good (random acts of generosity) to the bad (surprise farts to the face anyone?)
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Seamus Byrne from Science Alert and Fairfax's Georgina Dent take on the news with their infinite and hilarious parenting wisdom. From Barnaby Joyce airing his dirty laundry on national television, the Malian (soon to be French!) real life spiderman saving a child in danger, explaining why you have to go to work to your children, and why birthday parties are suddenly "tear free."
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Aaron Elias Brunsdon, CEO of Jayson Brunsdon Fashion, and Rhian Allen a.k.a The Healthy Mummy join Shevonne Hunt. Using their infinite wisdom as parents, the trio discuss; Do non-hetero couples share household chores more fairly, how do we stop people from nagging couples about having babies, should grandparents be paid for caring for grand-kids and what would you do if your child refused to move out of home?
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The essential ingredients for this episode are none of than Kate Browne a.k.a The Guilty Mum and CHOICE journalist and Neer Korn from The Korn Group. The topics mixed in to the recipe of parenting chats this week are; should you be asking your child for their consent to change their nappy, the royal wedding and last minute wedding drama, gender politics and kids and what has been your tipping point as a parent?
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Amy Taylor-Kabbaz from Happy Mama and Mark Harris a.k.a Buzz The Band Leader from Lah-Lah's Big Live Band tackle the news that had parents and carers chatting this week.They talk through sibling rivalry, advice for your former new parent self, gyms for obese children, and the best and worst Mother's Day gifts they've ever received.
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Lucy Kippist and Luke Escombe a.k.a Aspara-Gus from The Vegetable Plot make up the panel this week. They tackle the hot topics from the week; From whether or not NZ's Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern knows what she's in for with a new bub and running a country, when is it OK to pierce your child's ears, what to do when you don't like your child's teacher, and the hilarious and fun words kids come up with for things that already exist; like calling spider webs spider cooties!
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Comedian and dad of two Gary Eck joins mum of two and founder of Mummy Time Chezzi Denyer, as they take on the very serious task of jumping on the mics to tackle the topics that have had the parenting world abuzz. From whether or not children should have access to a picture book about sex education at Kmart, big age gaps in your romantic relationship/s, what makes a date night a success after kids, and the most hilarious and terrifying things kids can get up to when they try to escape.
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Grant Lyndon from Busy Dads and author and journalist Kerri Sackville jump behind the desk, using their wisdom and grown up skills to dissect the news of the week with parental precision (so, a little rough around the edges). From the laws around sharing photos of children online, outsourcing boring parenting jobs, to whether or not they have play favourites with their kids, and the kick a** women who stuck it to the man by absolutely crushing it while pregnant (Cardi B at Coachella anyone!?)
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Mamamia's Head of Content and co-host of This Glorious Mess Holly Wainwright and author and parenting educator Justin Coulson join Shevonne Hunt to take on the topics that have filled our feeds, and dominated the news cycle this week. From a potential banning of best friends at schools, Israel Folau's homophobic comments in social media, exploring your ultimate family fantasy, and what parts of yourself do you see in your children - both the good and the bad!
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Journalist and host of The Mothershift Jacinta Tynan and Babyology's Jason Treuen join forces to compare notes, criticise, and cackle their way through the week that was for parents and carers. This week the topics ranged from whether boys need help being taught how to "be a man", playground etiquette, stay-at-home-dads, and cartoon characters that need to ditch their fairy tale tropes and have some real adventures.
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In this special episode of The Parent Panel, musicians Angie Who and Benny Time put down their instruments to dive into how the week has fared for grown ups with little people. From cricket cheats, the dilemma of people not giving up their seats on public transport for expectant mums, how to balance work and family life, and just in time for Easter, is there any way to avoid a chocolate blow out and sugar crash this Easter Sunday?!
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In this episode dad and managing editor of Science Alert Seamus Byrne, and mum and journalist for Fairfax media Georgie Dent join host Shevonne Hunt to decipher the news of the week for parents. From whether or not we should be worried about the impact smart devices like Google Home or Amazon Alexa have on a child's manners, whether or not lying could make your child smarter, how to unplug and simplify your family life among the noise of the every day, to the funniest things kids are afraid of. Plus Seamus and Georgie open up about their fears from childhood.
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Author and CEO of Jayson Brunsdon fashion, Aaron Brunsdon and author Rhian Allen a.k.a The Healthy Mummy make up this weeks panel with host Shevonne Hunt. They discuss gender neutral greetings that QANTAS have introduced as part of their move toward being more inclusive, how fast fashion affects families, could the humble sausage sandwich be worse for us than we thought, and the latest and most messy of fads, slime! Plus Aaron and Rhian recall their own gross crazes when they were growing up.
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Kate Browne from consumer watchdog CHOICE a.k.a The Guilty Mum and social researcher Neer Korn make up the panel this week tackling whether or not there should be a ban on dangerous dogs in the wake of several attacks on children. Plus how much should schools be doing about stamping out bullying in schools, is reality television good or bad for us, and the new Mary Poppins trailer has us debating whether or not classic childhood stories should ever be remade.
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Sarah Hunstead from CPR Kids and Luke Escombe from The Vegetable Plot join Shevonne Hunt to dish the dirt on the past week for parents. From whether or not parents phone use could be classed as "addiction", a Queensland hospital that banned certain phrases from being used in maternity and birthing suites, should little kids be allowed to play rugby, and what sort of adventures have you gone on since having children?
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In this week's wrap, author Kerri Sackville, and Grant Lyndon from Busy Dads talk with host, Shevonne Hunt, about whether there is a crisis of masculinity in our culture, how to help your child navigate friendships with "mean" kids, how they do "me" time, and how they've dealt with the creative/weather-inappropriate clothing choices of the small humans in their care.
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This week Carly Abrahams from Mums Pages and Sean Johns from The Fathering Project dish on their week as parents. Off the back to public furor of Barnaby Joyce's affair, they talk about times they've been caught out in front of their kids, tackling the 'war' on sugar, what to do when your child is sick and supposed to go to daycare, and after a girl in Queensland found a red bellied black snake in her backpack, the pair laugh their way through the 'beasts' they've tackled for their kids. Or that have tackled them!
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Author and host of This Glorious Mess Holly Wainwright and parenting author and expert Dr Justin Coulson join the panel to discuss the last 7 days for parents. From the Deputy Prime Minister's personal life, parents camping out to get their children into the best day care, to introducing cyber safety to 4 year olds, and the funniest things kids say.
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In the first episode of the fresh-look Parent Panel journalists Jacinta Tynan and John Mangos join Shevonne Hunt to look at the week that was in parenting. From the hilarious quirks of being sassed by your child in public, to the nitty gritty of a recent news piece criticising working parents for being too consumed by capitalism. Plus how talking about body image is different for boys, and helping little ones cope with big changes.
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A podcast for every parent to catch up, unwind, and connect with their village.
Host: Shevonne Hunt. Producer: Elise Cooper.
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