{"podcast":{"title":"Where Parents Talk: Evidence-based Expert Advice on Raising Kids Today","slug":"where-parents-talk-evidence-based-expert-advice-on-raising-kids-today-3491196","podcast_index_feed_id":3491196,"rss_url":"https://feeds.captivate.fm/where-parents-talk-podcast/","website_url":"http://whereparentstalk.com","image_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/6d36c99f-8da7-4b9d-9ffc-f99337081ea9/zguyzi5qcgc.jpg","author":"Lianne Castelino","episode_count":277,"summary":"The Where Parents Talk podcast empowers parents to navigate the challenges of raising kids, teens, and young adults today with science-backed insights, evidence, and the lived experiences of parenting thought leaders. Every Saturday, host, award-winning journalist and mom, Lianne Castelino, distills parenting hot topics with her guests, including: managing hormonal changes, fostering healthy communication, and promoting emotional, mental, and physical health and well-being of kids. Get proven tips and expert advice on addressing device usage and managing social media to the latest evidence on bullying, consent, and relationships, to help instil discipline, encourage independence, and build resilience in children. Discover trusted advice, delivered with empathy and optimism, to support your parenting journey and help your family thrive.","last_synced_at":"2026-07-26T14:17:51.367524+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/where-parents-talk-evidence-based-expert-advice-on-raising-kids-today-3491196"},"episode":{"title":"How Nature Can Protect Your Child’s Mental Health","slug":"how-nature-can-protect-your-child-s-mental-health","published_at":"2026-01-03T14:30:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/where-parents-talk-evidence-based-expert-advice-on-raising-kids-today-3491196/how-nature-can-protect-your-child-s-mental-health","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/where-parents-talk-evidence-based-expert-advice-on-raising-kids-today-3491196","url":"https://whereparentstalk.stagingserver.cloud/podcasts/reconnecting-with-nature-a-parents-guide-to-mental-wellbeing","audio_url":"https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/ddfd984b-e698-46a9-9cef-21c2497c3318.mp3","summary":"Modern parenting often feels like a race against time. Between school pressures, screens, and rising rates of anxiety and depression, many parents are left wondering what their children truly need—and how to support them without burning out themselves. In this episode of Where Parents Talk , host Lianne Castelino is joined by occupational therapist, naturalist, parent coach, and author Kathleen Lockyer, founder of the Nature Led Approach and author of Wild Inside . With more than 25 years of experience in child development, mental health, sensory integration, and trauma-informed care, Kathleen offers a reframing of youth mental health—rooted in our forgotten connection to nature. The discussion explores: Why so many children and teens are dysregulated, anxious, or misunderstood How behaviour often has sensory and nervous system roots—not defiance The science behind nature’s ability to calm the brain and reduce anxiety, ADHD, and depression Why just 10 minutes outdoors can make a meaningful difference Simple, realistic ways parents can reconnect with nature alongside their kids—no camping trips required Lockyer also shares personal insights from her own parenting journey, introducing concepts like “sit spots” and “ecoception” to help families slow down, rebuild connection, and foster a sense of belonging in an increasingly overwhelming world. This podcast is for parents, guardians, teachers and caregivers to learn proven strategies and trusted tips on raising kids, teens and young adults based on science, evidenced and lived experience. You’ll learn the latest on topics like managing bullying, consent, fostering healthy relationships, and the interconnectedness of mental, emotional and physical health. Links referenced in this episode: whereparentstalk.com","meta_description":"Modern parenting often feels like a race against time. Between school pressures, screens, and rising rates of anxiety and depression, many parents are lef…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":2014,"processing_state":"processed","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/where-parents-talk-evidence-based-expert-advice-on-raising-kids-today-3491196/episodes/how-nature-can-protect-your-child-s-mental-health/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/where-parents-talk-evidence-based-expert-advice-on-raising-kids-today-3491196/how-nature-can-protect-your-child-s-mental-health.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}