Pop Culture Parenting

Dr Billy Garvey, Nick McCormack

This podcast is about finding the sweetspot between the textbooks and real life when it comes to parenting. Dr Billy (a developmental pediatrician) and Nick (a developing parent) are a couple of dads having honest discussions about parenting day to day We'll be using iconic TV and cinema scenes from the 80's & 90's to give context to Billy's parenting advice. Please subscribe and tell us what parenting topics and movie scenes we should talk about next

  • 1 hour 2 minutes
    Episode 084: Jumanji & cultivating courage
    The real world can be a pretty scary place and we all want our kids to learn how to face these fears. In this episode Nick and Billy talk about how we can help kids develop true courage for whatever comes. Spoiler alert, the answer isn't send them out into the jungle alone! We hope you enjoy and please send in you questions, experiences growing up regarding courage and any tips you've learnt to share with the PCP community.
    22 April 2024, 6:28 am
  • 1 hour 26 minutes
    Episode 083: Changing behaviour reflection (part 2)
    There were so many amazing questions following our changing behaviour episode that we recorded a second reflection episode! This time we dive into scenarios of play fighting, real fighting, perspective taking, motivation, negotiations and biting! We also share some lovely feedback and advice from our greatest asset, the PCP community. Thank you everyone and we hope you enjoy it.
    8 April 2024, 6:31 am
  • 1 hour 24 minutes
    Episode 082: Changing behaviour reflection (part 1)
    We had so many phenomenal questions, feedback and advice following the latest episode that we've decided to break up the reflection into two parts. We hope you enjoy this chat about how we can use the science of how kids learn to guide them through behavioural challenges.
    25 March 2024, 4:52 am
  • 1 hour 3 minutes
    Episode 081: White Men Can't Jump & changing behaviour
    Behavioural difficulties are one of the most challenges aspects of supporting kids of all ages. Understanding what influences behaviour gives us insight into how we can best guide our kids when they are struggling. Just like Sidney does for Billy in White Men Can't Jump, the trick is setting them up to learn whatever skill they are struggling with, from the dribble to the dunk.
    11 March 2024, 3:38 am
  • 1 hour 35 minutes
    Episode 080: Breaking cycles reflection
    In this reflection episode we explore the challenges of breaking cycles and building wellbeing in ourselves and the kids we support. Some great examples of how to apply these principles in real life from listeners too. Thanks to everyone who contributed and we hope you enjoy the discussion.
    26 February 2024, 5:49 am
  • 1 hour 7 minutes
    Ep 079: Groundhog Day & breaking cycles
    In this episode Nick and Billy talk about how we can all get caught up in the daily grind and feel like we are stuck in a negative cycle, just like Groundhog Day! There is hope however in the evidence of positive psychology which can guide how we build our own wellbeing and that of the children in our lives. We hope you enjoy listening to the episode as much as we enjoyed recording it. Please send in your questions and suggestions about how we can all improve in terms of looking after our own wellbeing and the kids we support.
    12 February 2024, 5:12 am
  • 1 hour 56 minutes
    Ep 078: School success reflection
    So many amazing questions this week! In rapid fire we cover starting age, changing school, homework, help seeking and building partnerships with educators. Our long questions dive into choosing the right school, kids who are struggling with peers, separation anxiety, parental guilt and so much more! Thank you to everyone who sent in questions and we hope you enjoy the episode!
    29 January 2024, 5:32 am
  • 1 hour 3 minutes
    Ep 077: 10 things I hate about you & school success
    In our first episode back for the year we discuss how we can support the children in our lives to succeed at school, especially in their social and emotional development. From their first days in childcare to those big school transitions there is so much we can do to set them up or help them get back on track if things have become tough. We hope you enjoy and can't wait to hear your questions!
    15 January 2024, 4:55 am
  • 1 hour 6 seconds
    Ep 076: Die Hard & restoring relationships
    For the first half of our Christmas special we read out our favourite Griswolds and Winslows from listeners, thank you to everyone who sent them in! Then we chat about Die Hard and the benefit of investing in the relationships that matter to us over this holiday break. Thank you to all the fans for a wonderful year!
    18 December 2023, 5:53 am
  • 1 hour 21 minutes
    Ep 075: Mental health first aid reflection
    In this reflection episode we answer listener questions about how to practically apply mental health first aid as family members and professionals supporting children. Thank you to all the generous listeners who sent in their honest and difficult situations, helping us discuss challenges such as avoidance, aggression, self-harm, suicidal thinking and our own mental health first aid.
    4 December 2023, 5:07 am
  • 53 minutes 52 seconds
    Ep 074: Thelma & Louise and mental health first aid
    This week Nick and Billy chat about the amazing movie Thelma & Louise, how it relates to mental illness and then dive into a practical approach to supporting kids who are struggling. We can't wait to hear what you think and read the questions you send in!
    20 November 2023, 5:13 am
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