What’s on in Gifted Talented & Neurodiverse Awareness Week? It is Gifted Talented & Neurodiversity Awareness Week! In this episode we talk about all the FREE events brought to you by The G Word and Our Gifted Kids , as well as heaps of partners. Check out our 5 PODCASTS over 5 DAYS for GTN Awareness Week and all the FREE events on this week! Hit play and let’s get started! Resources The G Word Gifted Talented Neurodiverse Awareness Week ourgiftedkids.com Subscribe & Review If you enj...
Oct 24, 2021•9 min
We talk to Marc about the State of Giftedness and the inspiration behind Gifted Talented & Neurodiversity Awareness Week as a part of our 5 PODCASTS over 5 DAYS for GTN Awareness Week! Woo! Marc is the multi-award-winning independent filmmaker, director and visionary behind The G Word and a growing community gathering to change the face of giftedness. Check out our 5 PODCASTS over 5 DAYS for GTN Awareness Week and all the FREE events on this week! Hit play and let’s get started! Memorable Qu...
Oct 21, 2021•55 min•Season 2Ep. 31
Helen Finlay, Principal of St Peter’s Woodlands Grammar School, joins us today to talk about her new initiatives for gifted education at SPW. Helen talks to us about the importance of meeting the needs of gifted and twice-exceptional students and how they are doing that at SPW, including inquiry-based learning, explicit instruction, new teacher training options and new gifted education programs. What I love is that Helen has not only improved understanding and the offerings around gifted educati...
Oct 18, 2021•26 min•Season 2Ep. 30
In this episode we’re talking to Dr Alan D. Thompson about intuition and giftedness. We ask what is intuition? We talk about intuition in science, the research behind intuition, imaginary friends, intuition in very high IQ children, how to foster intuition and imagination in our kids, why it’s so important and more… Hit play and let’s get started! Memorable Quote “Well, if we look at intuition as this innate process - everyone's got it. It gives people the ability to know things without analytic...
Sep 29, 2021•47 min•Season 2Ep. 30
Today I’m speaking with Dr Geraldine Townend from UNSW about her research on self-concept of gifted, Twice Exceptional (2E), children and the lifelong impacts . We also talk about an awesome project she is supporting which is an educational screener for parents which is in its research phase and a great opportunity for you to get involved! In the episode you’ll hear: What is self-concept and why it is so important Tools and strategies to address negative self-concept A new education screener for...
Sep 09, 2021•39 min•Season 2Ep. 28
Gifted is more than High IQ, Let’s talk about the gifted brain! Today we’re talking about a body of research about the gifted brain from Gifted Research Outreach (GRO), who are a non-profit based in the USA. This research helps us understand why gifted kids have high IQ’s and how the behaviour of your gifted child is impacted by the way their brain is wired. In the episode you’ll hear about the 6 key differences in the gifted brain compared a neurologically typical brain: Increased regional brai...
Aug 26, 2021•41 min•Season 2Ep. 27
We’re excited to be talking to Julie Skolnick today about 2E, giftedness, what is creating agency for your children, how and why you should! Julie gives us heaps of tips that will help with validation, expectations, focusing on strengths, discussing why we do things, executive function and more! Hit play and let’s get started! Memorable Quote “How many people out there think that they're the frontal lobe for their kids? You're the one who sets up all the stuff. The checklist, the double checks, ...
Jun 21, 2021•39 min•Season 2Ep. 26
Why would a parent choose a selective school? After reflecting on the intense effort required to navigate the education system for her academically gifted children, Deb returned to university to explore the current thinking in this field. Her research investigated the reasons why parents chose to enrol their gifted children in a selective school. Deb now runs Nurture Connect, a service offering support and practical advice to gain positive outcomes for students and families. Hit play and let’s g...
Jun 11, 2021•46 min•Season 2Ep. 25
Today is Part 2 of a conversation about sex education for parents of gifted kids that we started earlier this year with Dr Matt Zakreski. In this episode, we talk about gender and sexuality as they relate to the gifted population. As parents of gifted kids, we especially, need to be open to accepting, knowing and understanding sexuality and gender issues and we talk about why. We define sexuality, gender, CIS gender, gender fluid, transgender and all the letters in LGBTQ+ and why it is important...
May 30, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Season 2Ep. 24
Today I’m speaking with psychologist Kate Plum about the assessment journey for gifted kids. In this episode we talk about when an IQ Test is helpful, what steps are involved, the pros and cons of assessment, the nuances of cognitive tests for gifted kids, the components of the test and much more. If you’re a parent considering whether you need to get your child assessed, this is the episode for you! Hit play and let’s get started! Memorable Quotes “It's very important that, that the parents. Ge...
May 21, 2021•51 min•Season 2Ep. 23
Today I’m speaking with Dr Colm O’Reilly, Director of the Centre of Talented You at Ireland’s Dublin City University, about their awesome program. In the episode, you’ll hear all about the program CTYI offer, why they offer it and who get’s to attend. We also talk at length about tips for parents of gifted kids. The CTYI engages about 6000 and has operated for 30 years so I was keen to know what Dr Colm O’Reilly has learned about gifted kids and parenting gifted kids during this time! Hit play a...
May 11, 2021•1 hr 7 min•Season 2Ep. 22
Welcome to our new series of the Our Gifted Kids Podcast! We’re starting this series by reflecting on our first 20 episodes. I’ve managed to select 12 of my biggest parenting aha moments and themes that have come from all of the words of wisdom of our guests. It’s been such a privilege to talk to such generous and knowledgeable people, so committed to gifted kids that, out of respect and in thanks, I wanted to pause and reflect on some of the personal lessons I took away from our first series. T...
May 03, 2021•45 min•Season 2Ep. 1
A holiday replay of our most popular episodes! This holidays we have replayed our most popular episodes so it's a great chance to catch up on any you've missed before we return with new episodes next week! In this episode I talk to Samantha, mum of a number of gifted kids and a big part of their journey is perfectionism. For more info about how you can help your gifted child with perfectionism, check out these other episodes as well: #010 Growth Mindset with Big Life Journel Founder Alexandra Ei...
Apr 09, 2021•48 min•Ep. 20
Today I’m speaking with Kate Donohue from Dynamic Parenting about the intersection of giftedness and autism. In the episode, we talk about highly and profoundly gifted children, what autism looks like in gifted children, the intersection of giftedness and autism, and what we need to look out for. Kate has been working in the disability sector for more than 20 years. She has been a DIR Floortime therapist, kindergarten and schoolteacher, service leader mentor, support worker, and workshop present...
Apr 07, 2021•36 min•Ep. 18
Today I’m speaking with Amanda Drury from Gifted 2E Support Australia as we delve into what is in a gifted assessment and a bunch of other quirks of giftedness. In this episode you’ll hear: The different subsections of WISC (one type of IQ assessment) The hidden messages in IQ assessments 3 types of masking 2 types of ADHD Red flags that help identify gifted & 2E kids in the classroom and at home 2 types of perfectionism, and What is a melt-down? Hit play and let’s get started! Memorable Quo...
Mar 29, 2021•36 min•Season 1Ep. 17
Today I’m speaking with filmmaker Marc Smolowitz about his upcoming documentary, The G Word Film. The film is currently in post-production with an expected release date in early 2022. The G Word Film is the first major documentary on giftedness and asks the question, Who Gets to be Gifted In America? The shorts released so far describe a scenario that is seen globally. In the episode, we talk about trauma, hope, and empowerment, gender and sexuality, identity, and more! Hit play and let’s get st...
Mar 22, 2021•49 min•Season 1Ep. 16
Today I’m speaking with Dr Matt Zakreski about sex education for gifted kids. Dr Matt uses a lifespan sex education model with a gifted education lens to talk about sex to our gifted kids. In the episode you’ll hear: Looking at sex education through the gifted perspective. What gifted traits you need to consider during the sex education talks and puberty. What to talk about during each phase of your child growing up. 3 Biggest tips for parents – own the awkward, it’s a series of conversations, y...
Mar 15, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 15
Today I’m speaking with Amanda Drury from Gifted 2E Support Australia about her journey and what 2 E is all about. We've talked about what is twice-exceptional? How can you be 2E? Masking 2E, masking giftedness. The importance of strengths-based learning. Hit play and let’s get started! Resources Gifted 2E Support Australia GTCASA Kids Like Us Facebook Groups – try Our Gifted Kids! GLD Australia Subscribe & Review If you enjoyed this episode and it inspired you in some way, I’d love to hear ...
Mar 10, 2021•44 min
Today I’m speaking with Jocelyn Brewer, creator of the Digital Nutrition concept. We’re talking about screen time and a new way parents can look at this challenging topic! Jocelyn helps us stay human in a digital world . In the episode you’ll hear: A new concept for managing screen time - Digital Nutrition. Gaming and computer games – an opportunity to show a growth mindset and connect! Using technology (games) to build on our weaknesses. Communication and understanding. How to win a spot in Joc...
Mar 01, 2021•31 min
Today I’m speaking with Nadja Cereghetti host of the Unleash Monday Podcast. It was so much fun to find a kindred spirit, she’s on a mission to create space for gifted adults with her awesome podcast! In the episode you’ll hear: Nadja talking about her journey of discovering she was gifted as an adult Her immense relief in finally understanding herself What it means to be a multipotentialite or generalist The diversity of giftedness Hit play and let’s get started! Memorable Quotes “I started rea...
Feb 22, 2021•38 min
Today I’m speaking with filmmaker Marc Smolowitz about his upcoming documentary, The G Word Film. The film is currently in post-production with an expected release date in early 2022. The G Word Film is the first major documentary on giftedness and asks the question, Who Gets to be Gifted In America? The shorts released so far describe a scenario that is seen globally. In the episode you’ll hear: The journey from idea to reality and how it all started. Marc’s journey with giftedness and activism...
Feb 15, 2021•36 min
Growth Mindset with Big Life Journal Founder, Alexandra Eidens Today I’m speaking with Alexandra Eidens about all things Growth Mindset! Alexandra is the CEO and Founder of the Big Life Journal website and it was lovely to catch up and talk. In this episode you’ll hear: What is a growth mindset? What is the difference between a fixed mindset and a growth mindset? How can we encourage our children to have a growth mindset (and us!). What the best thing we can do as parents. Hit play and let’s get...
Feb 07, 2021•26 min
In this episode, I talk about my own story discovering my children are gifted and how that ended in the creation of Our Gifted Kids and the community we're building! "Parenting gifted kids is really tough and you can feel very alone and it's easy to think that you're slightly bonkers… you feel like there's not necessarily a bunch of people out there who are going to understand what you're going through. And there is." - Sophia Resources Our Gifted Kids Subscribe & Review If you enjoyed this ...
Feb 01, 2021•43 min•Season 1Ep. 9
In our final episode of the year, let’s talk about Santa! All those questions! How does Santa fly around the world in one night? Where do all the gifts come from? As parents, it is hard to know what to say about Santa so in this episode we share one way of having the ‘Santa’ conversation that is sure to work! Hit play and let’s get started! Subscribe & Review If you enjoyed this episode and it inspired you in some way, I’d love to hear about your biggest takeaway in the comments. For more ep...
Dec 20, 2020•18 min
Talking parenting and Megan’s (Twice) Exceptional Life Today I’m speaking with Megan about parenting twice-exceptional children and the very important community we need around us as parents. In the episode you’ll hear: Megan’s journey of uncovering her son’s giftedness and twice exceptionality The challenges of parenting 2e children – those intense melt downs How praise and perfectionism are big challenges How intense anxiety is a daily struggle Why we all need a community to support us Hit play...
Dec 13, 2020•38 min
Is Montessori a good match for giftedness? – Selena’s Story Today I’m speaking with Selena about uncovering her child’s giftedness and her experience of Montessori in the early years. In this episode you’ll hear about: Accepting her son is gifted and trying not to be that parent Her son hiding himself when his needs were not met in early years learning Re-learning how to learn at school when he did find the right place Why the assessment was so helpful One child and different Montessori experien...
Dec 08, 2020•49 min
Starting Over. Tennille’s brave decision to move her son interstate to find friends. Today I’m speaking with Tennille about discovering her son is gifted and moving interstate to find like-minded friends and a school that worked for him. In the episode you’ll hear: Tennille’s journey of figuring out her son was gifted. The challenge of figuring out your first/only child is gifted. Her decision to move interstate to find the right school. The challenges of finding friends and peers for gifted kid...
Nov 28, 2020•43 min
Today I’m speaking with Gloria and Peter van Donge about their series of picture books written especially for gifted kids. In the episode you’ll hear: Gifted kids having very specific challenges that Gloria’s book address: Loving to learn, being creative thinkers, emotional sensitivity Finding it hard to fit in Perfectionism, camouflaging behaviours The books are for parents, grandparents and teachers and come with resources to help you use them that are linked to the Australian curriculum &...
Oct 30, 2020•20 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Today I’m speaking with Samantha about her gifted kids who are now all grown up. In the episode you’ll hear: Going from primary through to high school as gifted with her, now grown up, gifted kids How giftedness expresses itself differently in her three children The crippling effects of perfectionism Different challenges of each child Mental health issues and challenges of high school Wanting to drop out of school Hiding at school and not wanting to stand out Living up to expectations of themsel...
Oct 22, 2020•46 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Welcome to Our Gifted Kids Podcast - a hub for all things gifted. This Podcast is about sharing the journey of actually parenting gifted kids and connecting with advice and support so we have everything we need for every member of our family to thrive. If you’d like to be a part of this conversation and share your experience, where ever you’re at in the journey, or maybe you’re someone who works with gifted kids and would like to share your work or services get in touch at www.ourgiftedkids.com ...
Oct 19, 2020•3 min•Season 1Ep. 1
