Loneliness among young people has reached epidemic levels, with significant implications for their mental health and well-being. In this episode of the Where Parents Talk podcast, host Lianne Castelino speaks to Milena Batanova, Director of Research and Evaluation at Making Caring Common at the Harvard Graduate School of Education. Batanova sheds light on the disconnect between parents and teens regarding emotional support and the overwhelming achievement pressure that exacerbates feelings of is...
Jan 11, 2025•35 min•Season 4Ep. 200
In this episode of the Where Parents Talk podcast, host Lianne Castelino speaks to Dr. Paul Sunseri, a child and family clinical psychologist, researcher, author and father of four. Dr. Sunseri's latest book is called Gentle Parenting Reimagined, which offers a transformative approach to parenting, especially for those struggling with challenging behaviours in their children. He discusses how traditional gentle parenting techniques often fall short when dealing with oppositional or defiant kids....
Dec 28, 2024•31 min•Season 4Ep. 199
In this episode of the Where Parents Talk podcast, host Lianne Castelino speaks to Dr. David Rosmarin, clinical psychologist, Associate Professor at Harvard Medical School, founder of the Center for Anxiety, author and father of six . Anxiety is not an enemy to be eliminated but rather a natural part of life that can be embraced and harnessed for growth, according to Dr. Rosemarin, who distills the alarming rise of anxiety in society, particularly among youth, and challenges the unrealistic expe...
Dec 21, 2024•17 min•Season 4Ep. 198
In this week's episode of the Where Parents Talk podcast, host Lianne Castelino speaks to Shari Leid, a life and friendship coach who shares her transformative journey from a successful law career to becoming an author and reinvention coach. Central to her philosophy is the belief that resilience, identity, and belonging are critical themes in parenting, especially in today's rapidly changing world. Drawing from her own experiences, including overcoming breast cancer and navigating motherhood, L...
Dec 14, 2024•31 min•Season 4Ep. 197
This week on the Where Parents Talk podcast, host Lianne Castelino speaks to Hunter Clarke-Fields, mindfulness mentor, bestselling author of Raising Good Humans, speaker and mother of two. What does it take to raise kind, confident, and resilient children in today’s fast-paced world? Clarke-Fields dives into the power of mindfulness in parenting, sharing actionable tips to break the cycle of reactive parenting and build deeper, more meaningful connections with your kids. Whether you’re seeking t...
Dec 07, 2024•32 min•Season 4Ep. 196
This week on the Where Parents Talk Podcast, host Lianne Castelino speaks with Jacqueline Rourke, an award-winning journalist, podcaster, and mother of three who is also an expert in parental alienation. Rourke shares her personal experience with parental alienation, outlining the behaviours and impacts it has on both parents and children. She discusses the mental and physical toll it took on her and the strategies she used to eventually reconnect with her children. The conversation also include...
Nov 30, 2024•34 min•Season 4Ep. 195
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 her book, 'Raising an Entrepreneur,' which features 99 stories from diverse families whose children have achieved entrepreneurial success. She emphasizes the importance of parents supporting their children's passions, embracing failure as a learning opportunity, and creating conditions that foster en...
Nov 23, 2024•30 min•Season 2Ep. 194
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 has written six books on the subject, including 'Tranquility by Tuesday,' shares her insights on how to effectively manage time, especially for busy parents. She discusses common misconceptions about time management, the importance of tracking time, and offers practical strategies to balance work, f...
Nov 16, 2024•31 min•Ep. 193
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, and mother in recovery from alcoholism for nearly 20 years. Allen Benton shares her personal journey of overcoming alcoholism, highlights the difference between being sober and being in recovery, addresses common misconceptions around recovery and parenting, and discusses her new book 'Parents in R...
Nov 09, 2024•36 min•Ep. 192
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 shares his personal and professional experiences with loss and suicide, having lost three family members, including his father and brother, to suicide. He reflects on the impact of these experiences on his life and career, how he dealt with guilt and shame, and the importance of open communication and ...
Nov 02, 2024•31 min•Ep. 191
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 football player, shares critical insights into the risks of Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) and the importance of protecting young athletes from head impacts. Fleiszer emphasizes that the risk of CTE is linked not to the number of concussions but to the total number of head impacts an athlete expe...
Oct 26, 2024•34 min•Ep. 190
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 their daily lives. In this episode of the Where Parents Talk podcast, host Lianne Castelino speaks to Amanda Lenhart, head of research at Common Sense Media, who emphasizes the need for parents to actively engage in conversations about these technologies, fostering communication and understanding aroun...
Oct 19, 2024•28 min•Ep. 189
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. Rachel Gross, a pediatrician and clinical researcher, sheds light on the unique symptoms of long Covid in younger populations, emphasizing that these symptoms can manifest differently than in adults. The discussion highlights the importance of recognizing prolonged symptoms, which may affect various a...
Oct 12, 2024•29 min•Ep. 188
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 light on the pressing issue of poverty and its profound impact on families, particularly in the Greater Toronto Area. With rising costs of living, including rent and food, one in four people in the GTA now lives in poverty, and the situation has worsened since the pandemic. Stilinga emphasizes the cru...
Oct 05, 2024•25 min•Ep. 187
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 podcast host Lianne Castelino speaks to child and adolescent mental health clinician Anna Housley Juster, who discusses her book, "How to Train Your Amygdala," which aims to help young children understand the neuroscience behind their feelings and reactions. She emphasizes the importance of equipping...
Sep 28, 2024•31 min•Ep. 186
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 Castelino speaks to Dr. Meenal Agrawal, an award-winning optometrist and mother of three. She discusses the significant impact of device usage on eye health and the importance of early intervention. She emphasizes that many parents are unaware of the critical need for regular eye exams starting as early as...
Sep 21, 2024•26 min•Ep. 185
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 discusses her latest book, "Boymom: Reimagining Boyhood in the Age of Impossible Masculinity." As a mother of three boys, she reflects on her personal journey, especially during the cultural upheaval of the MeToo movement, and how it reshaped her understanding of raising boys in today's world. Whitman de...
Sep 14, 2024•28 min•Ep. 184
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 Castelino speaks to Dr. Christine Crawford, a child and adult psychiatrist. She highlights the alarming reality that mental health symptoms can manifest as early as three years old, with significant issues like depression and suicidal thoughts emerging in very young children. The shortage of mental health pr...
Sep 07, 2024•17 min•Ep. 183
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 to entrepreneurship, emphasizing the importance of aligning personal values with professional pursuits. She highlights how the pandemic served as a catalyst for many to reevaluate their lives, allowing her to recognize the fulfillment she found in coaching others, particularly mothers navigating the ...
Aug 31, 2024•34 min•Ep. 182
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. In this episode of the Where Parents Talk podcast, host Lianne Castelino speaks to Benjamin, a family nurse practitioner and mother of four. She explores the challenges parents face in preparing healthy lunches amidst busy schedules and the pressures of peer influence and marketing. She highlights the disconne...
Aug 24, 2024•29 min•Ep. 181
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 significantly impacts their mental, emotional, and physical health. Expert psychotherapist Heather Turgeon, Registered Marriage and Family Therapist, sleep specialist, author, Generation Sleepless: Why Tweens and Teens Aren't Sleeping Enough and How We Can Help Them, and mother of 2, emphasizes that toda...
Aug 17, 2024•32 min•Ep. 180
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. In this Where Parents Talk podcast, host Lianne Castelino speaks to Dr. Coleman about the complex landscape of family relationships, shaped by changing societal values that prioritize mental health and individual independence. Dr. Coleman, clinical psychologist, speaker, parent and grandparent estr...
Aug 10, 2024•24 min•Ep. 179
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. In this episode of the Where Parents Talk podcast, host Lianne Castelino speaks to Julie Bogart, CEO of Brave Writer, homeschooling expert, author of Raising Critical Thinkers, and mother of 5 . Bogart emphasizes the importance of cultivating self-awareness and understanding biases in children to help them navigate the ...
Aug 03, 2024•34 min•Ep. 178
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 stepmother of four. Dr. Newman is a leading expert on parenting only children.
Jul 27, 2024•33 min•Ep. 177
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 Regulation." In this week's episode of the Where Parents Talk podcast, host Lianne Castelino speaks to Dr. Thornton wemphasizes that parents must prioritize their own self-regulation to effectively support their children's emotional health, as children learn by observing their parents. The discussion...
Jul 20, 2024•27 min•Ep. 176
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 to the conversation is the idea that resilience is not just an innate trait but a skill that can be nurtured through positive parent-child relationships and effective communication. Dr. Klein emphasizes the importance of addressing childhood trauma, whether from global events or personal challenges, a...
Jul 13, 2024•35 min•Ep. 175
This week on the Where Parents Talk podcast, host Lianne Castelino speaks to Sharon MacKenzie, educator, founder and Executive Director of i2i Intergenerational Society, mother and grandmother about building intergenerational relationships. MacKenzie, an educator with over 30 years of experience, shares her insights on the vital importance of intergenerational connections between youth and seniors. Founder of i2i Intergenerational Society, she highlights how bringing these two groups together ca...
Jun 29, 2024•30 min•Ep. 174
This week on the Where Parents Talk podcast, host Lianne Castelino speaks to John Bromley, CEO, Charitable Impact, TEDx speaker, coach and father of two about inspiring generosity in children.
Jun 22, 2024•30 min•Ep. 173
This week on the Where Parents Talk podcast, host Lianne Castelino speaks to mental health advocate, speaker, author and mother of three, Sophie Gregoire Trudeau about raising teens and co-parenting.
Jun 15, 2024•31 min•Ep. 172
Navigating the complexities of parenthood in today's world is no small feat, especially when it comes to balancing work and family life. In this episode of the Where Parents Talk podcast, host Lianne Castelino speaks to Lauren Smith Brody, about the concept of the "fifth trimester," which highlights the critical transition back to work after maternity leave. Smith Brody shares her insights as a journalist, author, and CEO of the Fifth Trimester, emphasizing the importance of discipline and commu...
Jun 08, 2024•25 min•Ep. 171
