Best D.f.k Podcasts (2024)

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Do I Have a DFK? 21:24

40m ago21:24

21:24

Do your kid's tantrums seem more intense than other kids their age? Do they come on fast and last much longer? No, you're not imagining it. And no, there's nothing wrong with your kid. Your kid might be a Deeply Feeling Kid. And these kids will learn how to regulate their emotions, they just need a different approach. Today, Dr. Becky gives you the…

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Detecting Shame in Your Kid 20:04

30m ago20:04

20:04

Shame is powerful. And if shame is present with our kids, parents need to jump into action and heed the alarm. Why? Because when parents develop the ability to de-shame their house and de-shame dynamics in their kid, it allows them to intervene differently and actually start to make progress quickly. This week on the podcast, Dr. Becky teaches all …

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Sleep Struggles are Separation Struggles 17:43

7d ago17:43

17:43

Sleep. Precious sleep. It's the rare commodity that all parents and kids need more of. And it's a cruel irony that at night, parents and kids have completely opposite needs. Kids want more connection. And parents just want some time to themselves. On today's episode, Dr. Becky tackles sleep struggles and gets to the root cause of what causes them. …

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The Anxious Generation: Dr. Becky & Jonathan Haidt in Conversation with Stephanie Ruhle at 92NY 57:29

14d ago57:29

57:29

Today, we're releasing a very special episode of 92NY Talks with Dr. Becky and Jonathan Haidt in conversation with Stephanie Ruhle about The Anxious Generation. They discuss the teen mental health crisis, phones, and social media. But don't fret, parents will leave this conversation with hope and strategies they can use to navigate the digital worl…

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Your Value and Worth Live Inside You 29:41

21d ago29:41

29:41

What do you do when you see your kid engaging in a type of friendship pattern that makes you cringe? Or one that reminds you of yourself? Or one that makes you worry about their future relationships? On today's episode, Dr. Becky talks to a mom who doesn't know how to stop being triggered by her kid's tricky friendship moments. Good Inside's Buildi…

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How to Know if Your Kid Is Ready for a Phone 36:28

28d ago36:28

36:28

Dr. Becky loves to say if you can't say no to a cupcake then you can't say no to TikTok. And parenting in the age of phones and social media can feel like a lose-lose situation. How do we protect our kids from a very known danger to their mental health without creating social consequences? In this conversation, Dr. Becky and a mom discuss the topic…

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The Finale! Key Insights and Resources from Series One of Less Than 15 14:28

1M ago14:28

14:28

In this special final episode of Less Than 15, we take a journey through the highlights of Series 1, revisiting the most valuable insights from our guests and suggesting one key action you can implement immediately to strengthen your business. From navigating tough times to preparing your business for sale, each episode was packed with actionable a…

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My Number One Job as a Parent Is Not to Make You Happy 31:46

1M ago31:46

31:46

Everyone in a family unit has a job. As parents, it's our job to hold boundaries with our kids. It's also our job to validate their feelings. And boy do they have feelings when we say no. On today's episode, Dr. Becky explores the reasons behind why so many parents struggle with saying no to their kids and provides some new strategies you can start…

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How to maximise the sale price of your business 15:02

1M ago15:02

15:02

Preparing Your Business for Sale: Start Early, Sell Smart Selling your business is one of the most significant decisions you’ll make as a business owner. In this episode of Less Than 15, Gary Nugent, Managing Partner at DFK Nugent in Melbourne and Chair of DFK Australia New Zealand, shares how to prepare your business for sale. Gary explains why it…

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Revisit - Confidence Isn't Feeling Good. Confidence is Self-Trust. 29:23

1M ago29:23

29:23

This is a repeat of an earlier episode. When your kid comes home from school and declares "I'm the worst at math" or "everyone is better at gymnastics than me", you might think that you can teach them to believe in themselves with some words of encouragement. But confidence doesn't come from the outside. True confidence comes from feeling good enou…

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Make your meetings shorter, sharper, and smarter! 15:00

2M ago15:00

15:00

Meetings can be a huge time drain for business owners like you. In this episode of Less Than 15, Donna McGeorge, an expert in productivity and efficiency, discusses how you can cut your meetings down to just 25 minutes without sacrificing effectiveness. Donna shares practical strategies to make meetings more focused and productive, so you can free …

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The Playdate Playbook: Navigating Kid Drama and Parent Feels 28:08

2M ago28:08

28:08

Do I need to be best friends with my kids' friends parents? What happens when the kids outgrow their friendships, and where does that leave the parents? And how much do we need to know about the other households our kids are playing in? This week, Dr. Becky takes your questions and a few from her producer Jesse on the topic of friendships. Get the …

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From gut feel to data-driven decisions for business growth 15:28

2M ago15:28

15:28

From gut feel to data-driven decisions for business growth As a business owner, you know that setting the right goals can make or break your success. In this episode of Less Than 15, I’m joined by Mitchell Brooks, Partner at DFK Hirn Newey in Brisbane, to show you how combining your gut instincts with real-time data can unlock your business’s full …

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How to Quiet Your Kid's Anxious and Busy Brain 32:33

2M ago32:33

32:33

When our kids have anxiety, all we want as parents, is to reassure them and protect them. And while these instincts are lovely and well-intentioned, they don't actually help our kids manage their anxieties and fears. In today's conversation, Dr. Becky helps a parent understand and address their kid's intense anxiety. Get the Good Inside App by Dr. …

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Creating Menopause Friendly Workplaces 14:08

2M ago14:08

14:08

In this episode, we speak with Sonya Lovell, Training and Communications Director for Menopause Friendly Australia about why businesses need to become menopause-friendly and how simple adjustments in the workplace can support staff during this life stage. This is a must-listen for business owners and leaders who want to foster inclusivity and retai…

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Everyday Cyber Security - how to protect your business 15:07

2M ago15:07

15:07

In this episode, Christina Arcane, Director of Inspire Cyber, shares practical cybersecurity measures that every small to medium-sized business should implement. With recent high-profile cyber incidents making headlines, Christine breaks down how even smaller breaches can be devastating and offers actionable advice on how to safeguard your business…

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Revisit - Back to School Anxiety 31:46

3M ago31:46

31:46

This is a repeat of an earlier episode. Back to school can bring with it a lot of big feelings for your kids and YOU. Whether your toddler is starting school for the first time, your kindergartner is making the big transition to elementary school, or you're dealing with plain old separation anxiety - this time of year is full of questions and worri…

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Demystifying the Right to Disconnect: What SMEs Need to Know" 15:44

3M ago15:44

15:44

In this episode Wendy Jeffery-Lonnie, HR Manager at DFK Gooding Partners in Perth, covers the Right to Disconnect legislation and its implications for small to medium-sized businesses. Wendy provides practical advice on how to proactively address this legislation, ensuring it integrates smoothly into existing operations and maintaining positive emp…

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Harness the productivity power of AI for your business 15:29

3M ago15:29

15:29

Harness the productivity power of AI for your business In this episode, renowned business futurist, AI researcher, and author, Gihan Perera, outlines the transformative power of AI for small to medium-sized businesses. In a must-listen for business owners looking to future-proof their operations and harness the power of AI today, Gihan shares pract…

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Back to business basics wisdom you might have overlooked 15:39

3M ago15:39

15:39

In this episode, Rob Shelton, the Managing Director of DFK Everalls in Canberra brings 30 years of business observations and insights to the table as we delve into the back-to-basics philosophy and the role this plays in navigating difficult times in business. Key Takeaways: Communication is vital during challenging times - Open, honest conversatio…

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Are you missing out on the hidden business funding economy? 15:49

3M ago15:49

15:49

Liz Fleming, Founder of The Grants Club, shares the hidden economy of grants that are available for businesses. Key points covered in the episode include: Myth Busting: Grants are often perceived as too hard to apply for, but with the right approach and support, the benefits can outweigh the challenges. Broad Availability: Contrary to popular belie…

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Open the door to innovation with Reverse Mentoring with Maree McPherson 15:03

3M ago15:03

15:03

In this episode, we delve into the topic of reverse mentoring and its significance for SME owners and leaders, with Leadership Expert, Maree McPherson. Key Points: Maree shares her experience of reverse mentoring, emphasizing the value of gaining different perspectives and insights, rather than solely relying on traditional mentorship dynamics. Rev…

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Introducing Less Than 15 - what to expect! 4:02

3M ago4:02

4:02

Welcome to Less Than 15, a podcast delivering bite-sized actionable insights for busy business owners brought to you by Accountants and Business Advisors DFK Australia New Zealand. Each week we'll be providing practical tips and valuable knowledge that you can immediately apply. In Season 1 covers we'll be covering diverse topics including Going ba…

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The "More" Kids 36:59

5M ago36:59

36:59

Some kids are just more. More emotional. More resistant. More reactive. Just more. Dr. Becky thinks of them as Deeply Feeling Kids and author and parenting activist, Debbie Reber of Tilt Parenting, thinks of them as Differently Wired. Today, Debbie joins Dr. Becky to discuss different frameworks and strategies for parents of kids who are just more.…

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Losing my Teen to the Screen 24:06

7M ago24:06

24:06

What do you do when you give your teen a phone and everything you were worried about comes true? They stopped reading books like they used to. They never leave their room without their phone. Their grades slip. They're getting into trouble socially. Can you take the phone away? Should you? And if you do, how should you go about it? This week, Dr. B…

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The Anxious Generation with Jonathan Haidt 52:43

8M ago52:43

52:43

Social psychologist and author, Jonathan Haidt, joins Dr. Becky to discuss his new book The Anxious Generation. In this powerful episode, they talk about the impact of phones, social media, and the decline of play on our kids' mental health. But Jonathan also offers hope that we can end the epidemic of mental illness, end phone-based childhood, and…

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My Tween is Pulling Away. Is That Normal? 30:37

8M ago30:37

30:37

As our kids grow up and pull away, it can feel like they're breaking up with us. This week, Dr. Becky talks to a mom wondering why her son feels so distant as he begins middle school. He seems to have plenty of time to play video games and talk to his friends but she feels like she doesn't know anything about his life anymore. Get the Good Inside A…

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Good Inside Parenting is Not Gentle Parenting 28:04

10M ago28:04

28:04

The Good Inside approach to parenting is many things but gentle is not one of them. Good Inside parenting is sturdy. And sturdy parenting does not need consequences or punishments. In this episode, Dr. Becky hears situations from several parents where they aren't sure how to be the sturdy pilots their children need them to be. Get the Good Inside A…

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How To Not Raise An @$$h0le 29:44

10M ago29:44

29:44

Most parents want to raise kids who are confident, kind, hard-working, empathetic... And exactly no one is hoping their kid grows up to be an entitled a-hole. Yet it occupies so many conversations about parenting with friends. This week, Dr. Becky fields a few of those concerns from her producer, Jesse Baker. Listen in for insights that will refram…

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The Overlap Between ADHD, Neurodivergence, and Deeply Feeling Kids 37:34

12M ago37:34

37:34

Parenting Deeply Feeling Kids and kids with ADHD can be challenging. These kids really do have more intense escalations and reactions. But there is a path forward where we can help our kids build the skills for regulating their emotions, tolerate frustration, learn to focus, and learn to manage sensory sensitivities. Dr. Becky is joined by clinical…

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The single most important parenting strategy | TED Talks Daily 15:53

1y ago15:53

15:53

Everyone loses their temper from time to time — but the stakes are dizzyingly high when the focus of your fury is your own child. Clinical psychologist and renowned parenting whisperer Becky Kennedy is here to help. Not only does she have practical advice to help parents manage the guilt and shame of their not-so-great moments but she also models t…

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The Power of Letting Kids Struggle 44:47

1y ago44:47

44:47

Dr. Becky sits down with Reese Witherspoon to discuss her newest children's book Busy Betty and the Circus Surprise, and the power of letting kids struggle, resilience, creativity, and the true definition of confidence. Order Reese Witherspoon's book: https://bit.ly/3t8gX2s Get the Good Inside App by Dr. Becky:https://bit.ly/4dneTFI Follow Dr. Beck…

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When Talking To Kids About Hard Things, Choose Truth Over Comfort 33:28

1+ y ago33:28

33:28

Talking about illness or other hard topics with kids can be daunting. So it's understandable that you might want to put it off. But information doesn’t scare kids. It’s the lack of information that feels scary to them. In this conversation, Dr. Becky sits down with a mom who is struggling with how to have a hard conversation with her kids. Get the …

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Atomic Parenting Habits 31:28

1+ y ago31:28

31:28

Developing good habits is hard. Whether it's for us as parents or for our children. This week, author James Clear joins Dr. Becky to talk about the four things you and your kids need to do in order to develop good habits. Get the Good Inside App by Dr. Becky: https://bit.ly/3YsJiOx Follow Dr. Becky on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbeckyatg…

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You're Not The Boss of Me! 36:19

1+ y ago36:19

36:19

It's time to reframe defiance. When our kids don't listen to us or are being "defiant" by doing the complete opposite of what we've asked them to do, it's important to remember that they are still good kids. They are good kids who need firm and loving boundaries, connection, and to feel a little powerful on occasion. This week, Dr. Becky chats with…

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Your Body Is Not a Problem to Fix 40:11

1+ y ago40:11

40:11

Kids today face a near-daily onslaught of body shame from their peers, school, diet culture, the media, and even the most well-meaning parents themselves. Virginia Sole-Smith, journalist and author, joins Dr. Becky to discuss why it’s critical that we change the way we talk to kids about fat, weight, health, and self-worth. Get the Good Inside App …

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Clean Plate Club 40:30

1+ y ago40:30

40:30

Truth: Feeding small children is hard and stressful. But here's another truth: You are a good parent even if your kid is only eating crackers right now. You are a good parent even if your kid hasn't touched a vegetable in months. And you are a good parent if you are bottle feeding instead of breastfeeding. What your child eats or doesn't eat isn't …

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Sex? After Kids? Tell Me More, Esther Perel 32:59

2y ago32:59

32:59

What happens when two become three, or four, or five? Who is responsible for the needs and wants of a couple when days are filled with playdates, pick-ups, and meal preps? Nights lack the erotic energy that couples need not only to survive but to thrive. This week, Dr. Becky consults with the renowned couples therapist, Esther Perel, to talk about …

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Trying to Be Everything 40:56

2y ago40:56

40:56

Our kids often ask us questions that wish we could buy ourselves a little more time for before we had to answer. Recently, Dr. Becky helped prep two dads of twin toddlers for some existential questions they know are coming their way. Together, they talk through letting go of the idea that we, as parents, can be everything to our kids. Get the Good …

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We Can Do Hard Things Crossover 35:03

2y ago35:03

35:03

On this very special Good Inside and We Can Do Hard Things crossover episode, Dr. Becky brings all your questions about parenting and the like to the podcasting trio behind We Can Do Hard Things, Glennon Doyle, Abby Wambach, and Amanda Doyle. Get the Good Inside App by Dr. Becky: https://bit.ly/4c7o7EY Follow Dr. Becky on Instagram: https://www.ins…

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Revisit - What No One Tells You About Parenting 36:04

2y ago36:04

36:04

This is an edited version of an earlier episode. Becoming a parent is really hard. And part of what makes it hard is the unrealistic narrative about what parenthood should feel like. In this episode, Dr. Becky has a real, say-it-how-it-is discussion about parenthood with one of her favorite new friends, Myleik Teele. While no podcast episode can si…

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Trailer 1:00

3+ y ago1:00

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Join Dr. Becky Kennedy, clinical psychologist and mom of three as she rethinks the way we raise our children. Her breakthrough approach has enabled thousands of parents to get more comfortable in discomfort, make repairs after mistakes, and always see the good inside. For more on the Deeply Feeling Kids Workshop visit https://bit.ly/4ege3KM…

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