Best Leanne W Smith Podcasts (2024)

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Vivi Radiro: “A Witness of Resilience” 26:53

6h ago26:53

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In this episode, it is a special honor to share the story of Vivi Radiro, a young woman who has come to cancer research study as a career goal by way of a rocky start in a dirt-floored hut in Kenya. A line from a book written by Jenny Radler, a missionary who has proven to be a great blessing in Vivi's life, describes her well: “Those who hurt the …

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EP 89: Using AI to help neurodiverse children with Davey Jones from Open Genius 35:11

9h ago35:11

35:11

Episode 89 Unlock the tools to revolutionize neurodiverse education with our special guest, Davy Jones from OpenGenius. This episode unpacks how Ayoa, an AI-powered mind mapping, planning, and time management app, transforms the way neurodiverse individuals visualize projects, manage tasks, and collaborate. Listen as Davy reveals how Ayoa's feature…

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EP 88: Self-Care Strategies For Parents with Dr Olivia Kessel 16:13

8h ago16:13

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Episode 88 Meet the secret weapon that will transform your parenting journey, especially if you're raising neurodiverse children. Join Dr. Olivia Kessel as she shares invaluable insights on the absolute necessity of self-care, particularly during the high-stress holiday season. Drawing from personal anecdotes, Dr. Kessel explains how neglecting you…

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EP 87: Summer Sleep Struggles & Solutions with Dr. Olivia Kessel 25:30

18h ago25:30

25:30

Ever wondered why your neurodiverse child struggles with sleep, especially during the holidays? Join Dr. Olivia Kessel on this week's SEND Parenting Podcast as she unpacks the complexities behind sleep issues in children with ADHD and autism. Learn how regular exercise benefits focus into your child's daily routine and mental health by boosting neu…

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EP 86: Managing emotional and physical outbursts during the summer holidays with Dr Olivia Kessel 18:25

13h ago18:25

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How can the holiday season turn a joyous time into a period of heightened stress for neurodiverse children? Join me, Dr. Olivia Kessel, as I share my personal journey with my daughter Alexandra, who has ADHD, and uncover some of the reasons behind increased emotional and violent outbursts during the summer holidays. We will dive deep into the scien…

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Ep 85: Summer Holidays - Easing The Transition 11:06

8d ago11:06

11:06

Imagine planning a dream vacation only to face the unexpected challenge of your child melting down due to the overwhelming changes. Join me, Dr. Olivia Kessel, on the SEND Parenting Podcast as I share my personal experiences with my wonderfully neurodivergent daughter, Alexandra, and break down why seemingly simple changes can feel so monumental fo…

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Dr. Richard Goode: “Pursuing the Life of the Mind” 32:50

22d ago32:50

32:50

When a student suggested that Richard Goode visit Death Row, it started a chain reaction that led to Richard launching the LIFE program (Lipscomb Initiative for Education) at the women’s prison in Nashville. His story begins with higher education only a distant dream, then he got the chance to enroll at a school he once deemed magical—the first, bu…

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EP 84: Sheep Therapy - Bitesize Summaries 18:33

22d ago18:33

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Episode 84 Tamsyn and Olivia are back this week with a bitesize recap of one of our most unexpected topics from episode 42 - sheep therapy?! This week we cover the surprisingly profound and transformative power of sheep therapy from our episode with Emma Redman and Pippa Ashton of Ewe Talks. This episode also explores how unexpected breakthroughs i…

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EP 83: Empowering Technology - Bitesize Summaries 34:17

1M ago34:17

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Episode 83 We are back this week with another (not so) bitesize episode, which means that we are joined once more by our fantastic bitesize co-host Tamsyn. This week we are throwing all the way back to episode 8 with Sally Greenhalgh, academic and digital lead of the Unicorn School, with whom we discussed how schools can better embrace technology t…

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EP 82: Dyspraxia Advocacy with Rosemary Richings 35:05

29d ago35:05

35:05

Episode 82 Have you ever wondered how dyspraxia affects day-to-day life from childhood into adulthood? Join us on this enlightening episode of the SEND Parenting Podcast, where we're excited to have Rosemary Richings, a talented writer and advocate, share her personal journey with dyspraxia, offering unique insights drawn from her book, "Stumbling …

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Garrett Dickerson: “The Plan & The Purpose” 30:40

2M ago30:40

30:40

I first met Garrett Dickerson when he was a student at Lipscomb. Now, several years, a graduate degree, and a number of occupational lanes later, he is laser-focused on bringing his best to a singular vocation: following God’s plan and purpose for his life. As a servant leader who recently added "author" to his vocational tracks, he demonstrates a …

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EP 81: EHCP Implementation & School Choices with Jenny Hooper 48:55

2M ago48:55

48:55

Episode 81 So, you have an EHCP - now what? Join us this week as we continue our enlightening two-part conversation with Jenny Hooper, CEO of the Evolving Mind Clinic. Jenny uses her 39+ years of experience working in SEND education (both from a teaching and local authority perspective) to provide a comprehensive break down of anything and everythi…

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EP 80: School Support for SEND Children with Jenny Hooper 59:19

2M ago59:19

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Episode 80 Are you feeling lost, confused or unsure about getting getting support or an EHCP for your child? Join us this week on the Send Parenting Podcast as we welcome Jenny Hooper, CEO of the Evolving Mind Clinic, to share her 39 years of expertise in teaching and special education needs. Together, we cover the initial steps of identifying when…

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Ep 79: ADHD Advocacy with Leanne Maskell 1:09:38

2M ago1:09:38

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Episode 79 This week we are joined by the ADHD coach and advocate, Leanne Maskell to talk all about her journey to late diagnosis and thriving within ADHD. Through hearing about Leanne's struggles and journey to a late diagnosis at 25, we illuminate a lot of fascinating, lesser-discussed elements of ADHD like rejection-sensitive dysphoria, ADHD in …

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Honoree Corder: “A Marketing Mastermind” 32:45

2M ago32:45

32:45

In this episode, Honoree Corder—author, TEDx speaker, and publishing strategist—shares some of her marketing genius. When Mark Victor Hansen told her on a chance encounter at a conference that she needed to write a book, she took his advice and did it! Now she’s on a mission to share the lessons she has learned with others as she encourages writers…

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Ep 78: Neurodivergent Friendly Swimming with Nicole Martin 33:33

3M ago33:33

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Episode 78 Teaching our children to swim is a vital part of preparing our children for the wider world, but for neurodivergent children it can be an uphill struggle. How can we make the world of water can be friendly and safe for children who don't fit the typical mould? This week we are joined Nicole Martin from Core Aquatics who has dedicated her…

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EP 77: Speech & Language Therapy with Olly Stewart 44:09

2M ago44:09

44:09

Episode 77 This week I am joined by Olly Stewart, a wonderful speech and language therapist from the Evolving Mind Clinic. This week we are diving into everything about speech and language therapy, what it is, how it works, how you can access it, and parenting tips and tricks from a speech and language perspective. We dispel the notion that speech …

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EP 76: Transforming Childhood Anxiety with the Nixon Sisters 44:44

3M ago44:44

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Episode 76 Anxiety in general, but especially in young people and children, is on the rise. That's why I'm thrilled to bring you a conversation with the remarkable Nixon sisters, Emma and Laura, who are pioneering the way we support children grappling with anxiety in the classroom. Our dialogue sheds light on the complex factors contributing to thi…

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Kenneth Robinson: “A Lifelong Learner” 29:54

3M ago29:54

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From the time he was a kid, there was something different about Kenneth Robinson. Kenneth is one of four boys who all played college football. Three of them, including Kenneth, went on to play professionally. But what he really loved best was reading quietly at home. His thirst for learning and the chance to mold others through the blessings of his…

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EP 75: Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) - Bitesize Summaries 19:21

3M ago19:21

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Episode 75 This week we are back with another bitesize recap episode, meaning that we are also joined by our fantastic co-host Tamsyn Hendry once more! This week we are having a summary discussion of Episode 35 with Emma Wildgoose on Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), also known as "tapping". This is honestly such a groundbreaking approach to helpi…

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EP 74: Creating Supportive Nurseries with Amber Jayne 35:19

3M ago35:19

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Episode 74 This week we are joined by Amber Jayne, whose story of resilience from an abusive relationship and breast cancer to establishing a successful preschool unfolds in our latest episode. We talk all about Amber's journey and the pivotal role of early childhood education and the empowerment it brings, not just to the children, but to mothers …

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EP 73: ADHD Symptoms & Solutions 46:05

3M ago46:05

46:05

Episode 73 When my daughter Alexandra was diagnosed with ADHD, it challenged everything I thought I knew, both about the condition itself but also, and more importantly, parenting my child. Having dispelled and debunked all the myths and misinformation there is about ADHD online last week, this episode is a deep dive into the symptoms, issues, and …

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Season Three: "Sun After Rain" 14:55

4M ago14:55

14:55

In this episode, I talk about my personal storms of the past five years. While I love sharing other people’s stories and the wisdoms they’ve learned, I am not at all comfortable sharing my own. But for reasons I cannot explain, I felt called to begin this season stepping into a little more vulnerability. If you’ve had recent storms in your own life…

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EP 72: ADHD Myth Busting with Dr. Olivia Kessel 40:31

3M ago40:31

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Episode 72 The myriad of myths swirling surrounding ADHD create needless barriers to help and support for neurodivergent children and their families. As a medical doctor, mother to a child with ADHD, and devoted advocate for neurodiversity, this week I am wading in to bust these harmful misinformed ideas. But unraveling these misconceptions is more…

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EP 71: Navigating Diagnosis & Assessments with Dr Dolly Agrawal & Jenny Hooper 50:48

4M ago50:48

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Episode 71 Navigating the complex maze of health assessments for neurodevelopmental disorders can be daunting for any parent so our guests this week are here to guide us through it. Jenny Hooper is CEO of The Evolving Mind with 39 years of experience working in SEND education and Dr Dolly Agrawal is a consultant paediatrician with 25+ years working…

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EP 70: Acupuncture for Neurodiversity with Rebecca Avern 52:51

5M ago52:51

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Episode 70 This week we have the fantastic Rebecca Avern to talk all about acupuncture and how it can help our neurodiverse children! As a doctor trained in the UK, we start our conversation on the discussion on the benefits of using Eastern and Western medicine in conjunction with one another. We discuss how acupuncture offers solace and support, …

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Ep 69: Parental Empowerment with Esther Freeman 31:14

5M ago31:14

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Episode 69 When the road ahead seems shrouded in uncertainty, it's the stories of those who've walked it before us that shed the most light. This week we are joined by Esther Freeman, the visionary behind the SEND Parent Survival Guide, as we traverse the terrain of raising children with SEND. Esther's candid account of her own trials and victories…

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EP 68: Occupational Therapy - Bitesize Summaries 28:00

4M ago28:00

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Episode 67 This week Dr Olivia is joined by Tamsyn Hendry, back for another bitesize recap! This episode they are revisiting Ep 18 with Rachel Horner, and are discussing our favourite takeaways and most important tips from that episode. For so many families, occupation therapy is truly a kind of magic. While so many may be telling us that there is …

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EP 67: Cultivating Resilience with Dr. Maryhan 39:35

5M ago39:35

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Episode 67 This week we are joined once more by the esteemed Dr Maryhan, in an episode that promises to equip you with the tools to nurture the skill of bouncing back from life's hurdles. The skill of resilience is both crucial to a neurodivergent child's life and simultaneously one that can be more difficult to cultivate due to the extra support o…

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EP 66: Navigating Education with Kate Steer 38:48

5M ago38:48

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Episode 66 This week we have the fantastic Kate Steer @nurturedneurokids, a former teacher turned neurodivergent family coach, on the podcast to unravel the complexities of neurodiversity in education. Together, we talk about the changes in the education system that led to Kate's exit from teaching, the stifling pressures on creativity within class…

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Dawn Petchell Luepke: “A Kingdom-Centered Strategist” 40:51

5M ago40:51

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Petchell Luepke and I were paired on a service project in the spring of 2022, and it was evident from the get-go this woman had a boatload of passion. But it wasn’t until months later that I realized she had a superpower. As a Gallup certified career coach, Petchell leverages her strengths to offer others clarity into their own. She has taught me, …

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EP 65: PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance) Parenting with Tina MacGillivray 59:07

6M ago59:07

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Episode 65 This week we are joined by Tina MacGillivray, known as @thepdaparent on instagram and a beacon of resilience and knowledge in parenting. This week we talk to her about the journey of parenting her son with 48 XXYY syndrome, autism, Tourette's, and PDA. This is a heartbreaking yet inspiring episode which tells the story of a parent who ha…

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EP 64: Embracing Neurodiversity & Uncovering Passions with Matt Gupwell 44:46

6M ago44:46

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Episode 64 This week I sit down with Matt Gupwell, founder of Think Neurodiversity and co-host of ADHD Talks, to discuss finding your passions and thriving within neurodiversity. Diagnosed with ADHD and autism later in life, Matt unveils how this revelation reshaped his understanding of success and spurred his passion to help to make this journey e…

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EP 63: School Attendance Challenges with Chrissa Wadlow 45:50

6M ago45:50

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Episode 63 Join us this week as I am once more talking with the fantastic Chrissa Wadlow from Sunshine Support as we unravel the complexities of school attendance for neurodivergent children. From personal trauma to sensory overload, we analyse the reasons behind school avoidance and the essential trust between parents and children that must be pre…

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EP 62: Being Failed by the System and Advocacy with Chrissa Wadlow 57:38

6M ago57:38

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Episode 62 *CONTENT WARNING* This episode mentions suicidal ideation, gaslighting from social services, and child protective services. This week I sat down with the indefatigable Chrissa Wadlow, founder of Sunshine Support, to talk to her about the journey that brought Chrissa to creating Sunshine. Chrissa's battle against the UK education system t…

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Rob Touchstone: “Turning Coffee into Water” 38:38

6M ago38:38

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Rob Touchstone has been busy. In the last decade, he co-founded The Well Coffeehouses, launched a Business as Mission program, and now directs Lipscomb’s Center for Vocational Discovery. Rob’s deep gladness truly has intersected with the world’s deep hunger—and thirst—in more ways than one. Come join us as we talk about insights he has gained on hi…

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EP 61: Empowering Dyslexics Through Stories with Lynn Greenberg 34:15

6M ago34:15

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Episode 61 This week we are talking to the wonderful Lynn Greenberg who, along with her dyslexic son Jonathan, wrote the children's book "Robby the Dyslexic Taxi and the Airport Adventure". We talk today all about how the book came to be, its reception, and her journey with her son's dyslexia. As her son is now an adult man, we reflect on how far n…

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EP 60: Play Therapy - Bitesize Summaries 24:52

6M ago24:52

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Episode 60 It's time for another bitesize summary episode! Ever witnessed the sheer joy and transformation a child experiences through the simple act of play? This week, Olivia and co-host Tamsyn Hendry review episode 25 with Anna Hodgson and Becky Hill from ClearSky charity. From the huge increases play therapy has in emotional growth and easing p…

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Phil & Melissa Roe: “Stepping Out in Trust” 32:46

7M ago32:46

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In a season when most people wind down after reaching the apex of their careers, Phil & Melissa Roe have chosen a different path. They bought a farm just outside of Franklin, TN and transformed it into a spiritual retreat center. Tune in as we talk about trusting God when you feel called to unexpected new ventures. Find links to all my podcasts at …

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EP 59: Emotional Regulation & Violent Outbursts with Sarah Fisher 50:57

6M ago50:57

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Episode 59 As a parent, I've found myself navigating the stormy seas of emotional outbursts and fraught silences, frustrated at my child and disappointed in myself. Enter Sarah Fisher, the mind behind "Connective Parenting," who joins me this week to talk about the Nonviolent Resistance (NVR) approach. Together we discuss how this methodology, insp…

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Ep 58: Parent-Carer Identity & Navigating Education with Caro Giles 48:19

7M ago48:19

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Episode 58 When the education system doesn't quite fit the mould of your children's needs, where do you turn and how do you change? Caro Giles, author of "12 Moons" and single mother to four girls joins me this week to uncover the heart of this question. Together, we discuss the complexities of raising children who defy traditional expectations, fr…

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Jennifer Pagel: “To be Seen, Known & Loved” 38:00

7M ago38:00

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In this episode it is my honor to talk with Jennifer Pagel, a forever friend of 26 years, who has been on a ministry path all her life. We talk about the healing importance of being fully seen, fully known, and fully loved. She is warmth, wisdom, beauty, and light, and I’m so happy to get to share her with you. Find links to all my podcasts at lean…

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EP 57: Innovative Techniques for Dyslexic Learners with Russel Van Brocklen 49:51

7M ago49:51

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Episode 57 Have you ever considered the hidden strengths within a dyslexic mind? This week we sit down with Russell Van Brocklen, a pioneer in dyslexia education. Russell, once challenged by his own dyslexia, now champions a technique that capitalizes on the dyslexic students' unique abilities, turning hurdles into triumphs and helping dyslexic peo…

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EP 56: Comedy, Creativity, & ADHD with Rory Bremner 47:55

7M ago47:55

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Episode 56 In this podcast, we talk a lot about the hardships those with ADHD undergo - but what about those who have managed to harness the electric energy of hyperfocus and creativity? This week we have the privilege of hosting the incomparable British impressionist Rory Bremner, who provided an intimate view into his life post-ADHD diagnosis. We…

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EP 55: "How Not To Screw Up Your Kids" Dr Maryhan - Bitesize Summaries 21:08

7M ago21:08

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Episode 55 Rounding out the holiday season we are releasing a final "Bitesize Summary" episode with Olivia and her guest co-host Tamsyn, this time revisiting episode 26 with Dr Maryhan. This episode was all about parenting advice, trusting your own instincts, and containing your child's emotional dysregulation. We underline the importance of self-c…

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EP 54: "Your Child is Not Broken" - Bitesize Summaries 14:08

7M ago14:08

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Episode 54 Ever wondered if neurodiversity might just be an evolutionary adaptation? This week we are diving into another "BiteSize Summary" episode as we revisit our enlightening conversation with Heidi Mavir, author of 'Your Child is Not Broken', from episode 13. Olivia and her bitesize co-host Tamsyn discuss their favourite points from a wise an…

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EP 53: A Festive Message 6:11

8M ago6:11

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Episode 53 Happy Boxing Day! This is just a little festive message to say that you to all our listeners and to remind you that even if your holidays have been less than ideal, so often the unpredictable chaos of family gathers can lead to our most hilarious and treasured memories. Thank you so much for your support: the Send Parenting Podcast has g…

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EP 52: Self-Directed Learning - Bitesize Summaries 19:18

8M ago19:18

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Episode 52 *Bitesize* It's time for the second in our 'bitesize' series of episodes in which our host Olivia and returning guest Tamsyn Hendry discuss and summarise past impactful episodes! This week they are revisiting Episodes 16 & 27 with Dr Naomi Fisher on the subject of self-directed learning. This is an incredibly candid and honest episode in…

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Episode 51: Gentle Parenting & Neoliberalism with Sarah Ockwell-Smith 45:05

8M ago45:05

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Episode 51 Have you ever stopped to consider that maybe our society discriminates against children? Together with gentle parenting expert Sarah Ockwell-Smith, we unpack this concept of childism and explore the urgent need for empathy, respect, and understanding in raising our children. We also talk all about the importance of changing the political…

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EP 50 Disability Care in eSwatini/Swaziland with Nqobile & Frances 30:16

8M ago30:16

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Episode 50 Content Warning: There are brief mentions of violence, murder, and suicide in this episode. You're about to embark on a journey to the heart of eSwatini (formerly Swaziland) with our extraordinary guests, Francis and Nquobile to learn all about their dedication to improving lives some of the most impoverished areas of eSwatini. Despite t…

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