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Where Parents Talk: Evidence-based Expert Advice on Raising Kids TodayScience, evidence and lived experience strategies to support the mental, emotional and physical health of kids, teens and young adults. Author: Lianne Castelino
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. Language: en Genres: Education, How To, Kids & Family, Parenting Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Uncovering Your Child’s Genius: Rethinking Intelligence, Learning Styles & Education
Episode 252
Saturday, 17 January, 2026
What if your child’s genius has nothing to do with grades or test scores?In this episode of Where Parents Talk, host Lianne Castelino speaks with Houlie Duque, educator, homeschool coach, and founder of Homeschool To Go, to challenge traditional ideas of intelligence and success in education.The conversation explores how every child is intelligent—just in different ways—and why the current education system often overlooks creativity, emotional intelligence, kinesthetic learning, and interpersonal strengths.Duque explains how parents can identify their child’s unique learning style, build confidence, and nurture strengths without pressure, labels, or comparison.This conversation also explores how homeschooling, project-based learning, and family rhythm can help parents create meaningful learning experiences—without overwhelm.In this episode, parents will learn:What “genius” really means in a childWhy grades and gifted labels don’t tell the full storyHow learning styles impact focus, motivation, and confidenceThe emotional impact of labelling children too earlyHow to support kids with ADHD or non-traditional learning needsSmall, realistic changes parents can make this weekHow homeschooling and experiential learning can work for busy familiesLinks referenced in this episode:homeschooltogo.orgwhereparentstalk.comCompanies mentioned in this episode:homeschooltogo.orgThis 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
