{"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":"Plastics Decoded: Myths, Facts, and Parenting Insights","slug":"plastics-decoded-myths-facts-and-parenting-insights","published_at":"2026-04-18T14:30:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/where-parents-talk-evidence-based-expert-advice-on-raising-kids-today-3491196/plastics-decoded-myths-facts-and-parenting-insights","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/microplastics-myths-modern-parenting-what-science-really-says-about-plastics","audio_url":"https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/1548cade-02c0-4990-aebd-75903b13c4f6.mp3","summary":"In this episode of the Where Parents Talk podcast, Lianne Castelino speaks to Chris DeArmitt, PhD, materials scientist, a global advisor on plastics policy and evidence-based research, speaker, author and father. The discussion explore one of today’s most debated environmental and health topics: plastics and microplastics in everyday family life. De Armitt shares a controversial and science-driven perspective on common fears around plastics, microplastics, and environmental impact—challenging widespread beliefs and highlighting what decades of research actually show. He articulates that the narrative of being 'drowned in plastic' is misleading, as plastics represent a minimal fraction of our overall material use. De Armitt ’s insights are particularly relevant for parents who are inundated with conflicting information about the safety of plastic products used in homes, schools, and everyday life. De Armitt ’s key message revolves around the importance of scientific literacy and critical thinking, especially in the face of sensationalized media reports. He argues that many fears surrounding microplastics are exaggerated and that the actual scientific evidence does not support the level of concern that is often portrayed. By presenting well-researched data, he empowers parents to make informed decisions without succumbing to anxiety driven by misinformation. From food safety and children’s exposure to recycling, greenwashing, and environmental decision-making, this conversation unpacks the myths parents are hearing and the science behind them. This episode dives into critical thinking, media influence, and how to evaluate environmental claims with evidence—not fear. Takeaways: Understanding the myths surrounding plastics can help parents navigate the complexities of envi…","meta_description":"In this episode of the Where Parents Talk podcast, Lianne Castelino speaks to Chris DeArmitt, PhD, materials scientist, a global advisor on plastics polic…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":1950,"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/plastics-decoded-myths-facts-and-parenting-insights/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/plastics-decoded-myths-facts-and-parenting-insights.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}