Where Parents Talk: Evidence-based Expert Advice on Raising Kids Today

This week on the Where Parents Talk podcast, host Lianne Castelino interviews Margo Machol Bisnow, an author and speaker with a background in the US government and nonprofit sector. 

Bisnow discusses …

This week on the Where Parents Talk, host Lianne Castelino interviews Laura Vanderkam, an author, podcaster, and speaker renowned for her expertise in time management and productivity. Vanderkam, who…

In this episode of the Where Parents Talk podcast, host Lianne Castelino interviews Sarah Allen Benton, a licensed advanced alcohol and drug counsellor, addiction counsellor, mental health counsellor…

In this episode of Where Parents Talk, host Lianne Castelino speaks with Don Ryan, a social worker, former therapist, and author of 'The Secret Struggle, Surviving the Suicide of a Loved One.' 

Don sh…

In this week's episode of the Where Parents Talk podcast, host Lianne Castelino speaks to Tim Fleiszer, Executive Director of the Concussion Legacy Foundation of Canada and a former professional foot…

The latest insights from the Common Sense Media study reveal that about 70% of adolescents are engaging with generative AI tools, highlighting a significant shift in how technology intersects with th…

Long Covid remains a significant concern for children and teens, yet it is often overlooked and misunderstood.

In this episode of the Where Parents Talk podcast, host Lianne Castelino speaks to Dr. R…

In this episode of the Where Parents Talk podcast, host Lianne Castelino speaks to Anita Stellinga, Vice President of Corporate Communications and Public Policy at United Way Greater Toronto, sheds l…

Training your amygdala is not just a concept for adults; it's a vital life skill that can significantly impact children's emotional well-being and behaviour.

In this conversation, Where Parents Talk …

As screens become an integral part of our children's lives, the alarming rise in myopia among young people is a pressing concern.

In this episode of the Where Parents Talk podcast, host Lianne Castel…

Boyhood is undergoing a significant transformation, and Ruth Whippman, a journalist and author, explores the urgent need to reimagine masculinity.

In an interview with Lianne Castelino, Whippman discu…

Youth mental health is a pressing concern today, as children face increasing challenges in managing their emotional well-being.

In this episode of the Where Parents Talk podcast, host Lianne Castelin…

In this episode of the Where Parents Talk podcast, host Lianne Castelino speaks to Jenna Rykiel, a mindset and business coach for moms, who shares her transformative journey from the corporate world …

Healthy eating habits are crucial for children, especially as they transition back to school, and Nurse Alice Benjamin emphasizes the importance of introducing nutritious options early on.

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In this episode of the Where Parents Talk podcast, host Lianne Castelino dives deep into the pressing issue of sleep deprivation among tweens and teens, highlighting it as a silent epidemic that sign…

Estrangement between parents and adult children is becoming increasingly common, with Dr. Joshua Coleman revealing that one in four fathers and up to 15% of mothers experience this painful disconnect…

Raising critical thinkers is more essential than ever in today's age of information overload, where social media and device usage can easily lead to confusion and misinformation.

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This week on the Where Parents Talk podcast, host Lianne Castelino speaks to Dr. Susan Newman, social psychologist, contributor to Psychology Today, author, a mother of one, and previously a …

Navigating the complexities of parenting often means confronting our own emotional regulation, a theme explored by Dr. Amber Thornton, a clinical psychologist and author of "A Parent's Guide to Self …

Dr. Tovah Klein, a professor of psychology at Barnard College, joins Lianne Castelino to discuss her book, "Raising Resilience," which focuses on helping children thrive in uncertain times.

Central t…