What We Teach Our Children
How do we nurture creative, connected, resilient, emotionally intelligent, and empowered children? It takes a village, or what we call a community – so if you feel overwhelmed by the responsibility….you’re not alone. We are surrounded by people who can support us, family, friends, and professionals – who all play an influential role in shaping our children. Through this podcast we’ll explore a wide range of topics in candid conversations with other parents, experts, teachers and researchers about topics that dominate life in the 21st Century. Collectively we can provide support where it is needed. Children are our future so “What we teach them’ through our actions and words is important. Imagine if your parents, teachers, relatives, or carers, told you another story – your life story would be completely different. I believe we can change the narrative for children, but to do that we need to change our story. ‘What We Teach Our Children” relies on everyone who plays a role in that story, at every level of society.
Episodes
From the ‘LOST BOYS’ report in the UK to the Anxious Generation in the US – this week we’re analysing a global breakdown in community with two siblings who’ve decided to act, helping families create their own unique culture. Family culture encompasses core values, traditions, beliefs and behaviours that define and shape interactions with community […]
The post EP 34 Steven Shapiro & Nancy Shapiro Rapport – Family Cultur...Young men and boys are struggling in the areas of education, employment and health – just three categories recently evaluated by researchers at the Centre for Social Justice (CSJ) in the UK. With mental health in decline and a rise in suicide statistics, the CSJ is calling on the government to urgently address these issues. […]
The post EP 33 Luke Taylor – Confidence Crisis first appeared on Kim Kleidon.“Our parenting was largely unconscious and maybe that’s a large part of the problem, for families these days – we’re not conscious until we need to be” Deborah Fay If parenting was easy and natural, our children would have their needs met. My guest today speaks about being intentional in parenting, and how having respect […]
The post EP 32 Deborah Fay – Respectful Communication first appeared on Kim Kleidon.“I’m not talking about wrapping kids in bubble wrap, I’m saying age-appropriate risk is important – allowing them to get online is important, but we have to teach them the skills in early childhood…” Kari Sutton A recent ‘Lost Boys’ report from The Centre for Social Justice in the UK has found that early online […]
The post EP 31 Kari Sutton – Setting Boundaries first appeared on Kim Kleidon.Gen Z have the world in the palm of their hand, which has allowed them to create their own culture and explore the endless possibilities afforded to them through digital connection. Born between 1997 and 2010/12, (there’s some debate about the cutoff) they’re generally considered to currently be aged 13-28 (2025). The first generation to […]
The post EP 30 Gregary Burnsen Hicks – Hope and Scope first appeared on Kim Kleidon.Founder of Raq.vision, Raq the Boat Show, & Rated Gen Z Podcast.“We as adults have a responsibility – we can’t just point our fingers and blame them. They didn’t create social media, we did.” Raquel Borras Netflix latest streaming sensation ‘Adolescents’ has sparked a global conversation about our teens. The British production cinematically shot in […]
The post EP 29 Raquel Borras – Virtual Connection first appeared...We’ve all heard of IQ and understand how that’s quantified, but do you know how to evaluate your EQ? Emotional Quotient encompasses our ability to perceive, understand, use, and manage emotions. More commonly referred to as Emotional Intelligence, it’s become a hot topic in relation to our children. The core competencies that underpin our level […]
The post EP 28 – Corey Gaidzionis – Emotions & Empathy first appeared on Kim K...“Parenthood isn’t about raising kids it’s about you – how you react, how you behave…” – Brad Stafford Butcher. The benefits of music are well researched, regulating our emotional state, reducing stress, assisting with sleep, and increasing focus. From the womb to the tomb, it often forms a cultural foundation that’s influenced by our exposure […]
The post EP 27 – Brad Stafford Butcher – Music & Appreciation first ...“If your purpose serves the greater good, the universe will move mountains for you.” Dr. Vi Tu Banh If life is difficult for our fractured families within communities in developed countries, imagine what it would be like to have your country torn apart by war leaving your family refugees. No home, no country, no community […]
The post EP 26 – Dr. Vi Tu Banh – Skills & Self-determination first appeared on Kim Kleidon.Neurodivergent Coach serving neurodiverse families – specialising in Autism & ADHD. “Your child is not giving you a hard time – they are having a hard time.” Christian Vinceneux. In the previous episode – Heritage Farmer Jade Miles talked about how regenerating landscapes, reconnecting people with their food and the land from which it grows, […]
The post EP 25 Christian Vinceneux – Behaviour and Regulation first appeared ...Author/Podcaster/Farmer/CEO of Sustainable Table Previously on What We Teach Our Children: We’ve been exploring the importance of creating community – contributing to something greater, feeling a sense of belonging, and building healthier cities through regenerative architecture. Why is that so important? As a species our very survival depends on us coming together cohesively to face […]
The post EP 24 Jade Miles – Chan...Regenerative Architect & Biophilic Design Consultant Previously on What We Teach Our Children: Family Architect Philippa Scott spoke about the importance of building a community – especially parents who may not have family and a support network where they live and work. Life is transient for many, and our careers can take us places that […]
The post EP 23 Dr Fiona Gray – Resource & Agency first appeared on Kim Kleid...The Family Architect – Therapeutic Birth and Parenting Coach Previously on What We Teach Our Children: John Cardamone’s harrowing story of being sexually abused by a family member, echoed the sentiments of Child Safety Expert Kristy McVee (EP20), to teach our children body safety. John knows nothing is more important to a child than feeling […]
The post EP 22 Philippa Scott – Parenting & Pressure first appeared on...Disclosure Response specialist – Body Safety Educator Last time on What We Teach Our Children, Child Safety expert Kristi McVee urged us to teach our children body safety, after all we teach them water safety, road safety, energy safety – all kinds of safety…yet it’s a parent’s worst fear for their child to be abducted […]
The post EP 21 John Cardamone – Safety & Security first appeared on Kim Kleidon.Child Safety Expert & Abuse Prevention Educator In previous episodes we’ve heard stories of courage and bravery from Beck Thompson and Neil Milton whose childhood was stripped from them by predators. Child abuse is a global issue affecting millions – the World Health Organisation last year reported one in 5 women and one in 7 […]
The post EP 20 Kristi McVee – Autonomy & Abuse first appeared on Kim Kleidon.We’re all different – sure we share many similarities as a species, but physiologically, neurologically, even spiritually we are different. So why do we expect everyone to meet a certain standard – especially children? Our brain is the body’s computer, controlling bodily functions, like breathing, heart rate and digestion, and nearly every aspect of how […]
The post EP 19 Eileen Devine – Defiance & Control first appeared on K...Everything we do, say, and feel is picked up on by children, whether they’re family or not, children observe us every day. How we interact is what they learn about human behaviour. Generations have been raised without a voice – “Children should be seen and not heard…” is a common phrase many people over 35 […]
The post EP 18 Neil Milton – Trust & Hope first appeared on Kim Kleidon.Human needs are basic, food & water, shelter, clothing, safety, and belonging – we want to feel protected, safe, and loved. It’s an ideal, however this isn’t always the case. In many instances relationships can determine the outcome of those needs being met – especially safety and love. Recently I encountered the term parental alienation […]
The post EP 17 Charlie McCready – Resentment & Alienation first appea...In episode 15 Beck Thompson, Author of Chasing Normal, shared her story about horrific childhood trauma and the love she longed for. Love…it’s the foundation of life, creating bonds, a sense of safety, and security. Love is crucial to build confidence, respect, self-worth, and fulfillment…there’s connection, belonging, and inner peace. What our children experience can […]
The post EP 16 Fiona Lukeis – Reciprocity & Relationsh...Last time on What We Teach Our Children – Leadership specialist Deb Rae talked about the importance of certainty and connection, both in developing healthy leadership and confident children. For those who experience trauma in childhood there can be no certainty or connection. What do we value most as children attaching to a primary caregiver? […]
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