Beste Dr Justin Coulson Podcasts (2025)

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#1207 - Listen Like You Mean It: How to Hear What Your Child Isn't Saying 26:09

2h ago26:09

26:09

When children need to talk, they'll give subtle clues that most parents miss completely. Recognising these moments and responding with actual listening—not advice, stories, or solutions—creates connections that last decades. The secret? Summarise what they say instead of steering the conversation. Most children never reveal their real issue first, …

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#1206 - Rethinking School: Why Alternative Education Might Be the Best Choice for Your Child 16:18

1d ago16:18

16:18

Is traditional schooling the only path to success? In this eye-opening episode, Justin and Kylie challenge the conventional approach to education, sharing their journey through homeschooling and industry-based schooling with their daughter, Lily. They discuss why so many kids feel disconnected from mainstream education, the power of hands-on learni…

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#1205 - Your Child Will See Pornography: Here's What You Need to Know 15:03

2d ago15:03

15:03

Research reveals that 99% of boys have seen pornography by age 15, with the average first exposure occurring around age 10-11. This isn't your parents' magazine under the bed—today's online explicit content is shaping our children's understanding of relationships and intimacy years before their first kiss. This episode provides practical, research-…

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#1204 - Taking the Ride, Not the Wheel: The Secret to Better Listening 11:02

3d ago11:02

11:02

Your brain is like a monkey—constantly jumping around, thinking of what to say next, and rarely focused on what others are sharing. Learning to shut up and truly listen, especially during those key moments when your child is trying to tell you something important, is perhaps life's most difficult skill. This preview of Saturday's full interview wit…

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#1203 - Heartbroken: When Your Kid Says They’re Embarrassed by You 11:14

4d ago11:14

11:14

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Von Dr Justin Coulson

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#1202 - Boys Will Be Boys? The Disturbing Reality of Sexual Threats in Schools 16:57

5d ago16:57

16:57

Schools are failing our children when boys who make sexual threats remain in class with their victims. A toxic combination of pornography access, weak responses, and "boys will be boys" attitudes is forcing young girls out of education. Quote of the Episode: "When schools allow boys who make sexual threats to remain in class with their victims, the…

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#1201 - Free Range Parenting 101 With Lenore Skenazy 43:49

7d ago43:49

43:49

Are we protecting our kids or holding them back? In this episode, Justin talks with Lenore Skenazy about the unintended consequences of overprotection and why kids need to experience risk to build confidence, resilience, and essential life skills. From eliminating stairs in homes to constant parental surveillance, we examine how fear-based parentin…

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#1200 - Sweet-Talking Your Teen: The Art of Delivering Disappointing News 13:30

8d ago13:30

13:30

Every conflict between children involves two participants, not one. Breaking the destructive cycle requires recognising your child's role in the drama. Meanwhile, a little sweet talking can transform how your teen receives disappointing news, proving that tone matters more than content when communicating with kids. Discover how thoughtful delivery …

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#1199 - Why I Banned Reading Logs in My Home (And You Should Too) 19:02

9d ago19:02

19:02

Research from Princeton University reveals that mandatory reading logs actually decrease children's interest in reading. While a quarter of Australian parents barely read to their kids at all, the solution isn't forcing children to track their reading time—it's making reading irresistible. This episode exposes why reading logs are counterproductive…

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#1198- The 'Worst Mother' Who Got It Right 10:18

10d ago10:18

10:18

When Lenore Skenazy let her nine-year-old ride the subway alone, she was dubbed "the worst mother in the world." In this preview of Saturday's interview, discover why preparation beats protection and how trusting kids with real responsibility helps them become capable adults. Plus, learn why the illusion of control might be holding our children bac…

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#1197 - When Your Child Has No School Friends 16:25

11d ago16:25

16:25

When your child says they hate school and have no friends, what really works? Discover why building friendships takes 200 hours of intentional time, and learn practical strategies from hosting craft days to finding 'third spaces'. Plus, understand the two key relationships that create true school belonging and why sometimes the best friendships mig…

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#1196 - Hack Your Child's Brain Chemistry (The Good Way!) 15:10

12d ago15:10

15:10

What if you could tap into your child's natural brain chemistry to boost motivation and reduce stress? Discover the "Happiness Quartet"—four key neurochemicals that can transform behaviour, learning, and family life. From barefoot walks on grass to risky play, learn practical ways to naturally boost these powerful brain chemicals for happier, more …

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#1195 - Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About ASD, ADHD and Executive Function With Andrew Guastella 44:55

14d ago44:55

44:55

Parenting a neurodivergent child comes with unique challenges, especially when executive function skills—like planning, organisation, and impulse control—are difficult for them. In this episode, Professor Adam Guastella, a leading expert at the University of Sydney, provides expert insights on how parents can advocate for their children in the educ…

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#1194 - Maths Anxiety, Camp Bullies, and the Power of Connection 15:02

15d ago15:02

15:02

When your Year 12 child can't do maths or your teen rings crying from camp after being bullied, your instinct is to fix everything. But research shows that simply being heard is often more powerful than any solution. This episode reveals how validation, not problem-solving, helps children develop resilience in challenging situations. Learn the simp…

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#1193 - The School Photo Crisis: When AI Turns Toxic 18:22

16d ago18:22

18:22

When school photos become weapons through AI manipulation, how do we protect our children? From understanding why teenage boys might engage in this behaviour to knowing exactly what to do if your child is involved, learn practical steps for prevention and response. Plus, discover why biology isn't destiny and how to build empathy in an increasingly…

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#1192 - Creating Better Spaces for Neurodivergent Children 11:11

17d ago11:11

11:11

When we change environments to support neurodivergent children, everyone benefits. In this preview of Saturday's interview with Professor Adam Guastella from Sydney Children's Hospital, discover why viewing autism as a 'disorder' might be missing the point, and learn how the right support systems can transform outcomes. Plus, understand why insuffi…

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#1191 - Should You Pay for A's? The Pocket Money Debate 15:36

18d ago15:36

15:36

Should pocket money be linked to chores? What about paying for good grades? From savings percentages to spending rules, discover why traditional pocket money wisdom might be wrong, and learn a value-based approach that actually works. Plus, find out why regular money conversations matter more than any system you choose. Quote of the Episode: "Money…

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#1190 - The Ultimate Parenting Book List (From Someone Who's Read Them All) 15:53

19d ago15:53

15:53

From classic works to cutting-edge neuroscience, discover the books that have shaped modern parenting wisdom. Join Dr Justin Coulson as he shares his carefully curated list of game-changing parenting books, including why each one matters and how they can transform your family life. Plus, hear Kylie's surprising take on which books might matter most…

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#1189 - Sleep Myths Busted: A Doctor's View 33:56

21d ago33:56

33:56

How much sleep do kids really need? From caffeine myths to screen time truths, sleep specialist Dr Moyra Vandeleur from Royal Children's Hospital unpacks the latest research on children's sleep. Learn why teens naturally stay up late, whether weekend sleep-ins matter, and what the science really says about warm milk before bed. Quote of the Episode…

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#1188 - The Book That Changed Our Fussy Eater 11:57

22d ago11:57

11:57

From a ten-year-old willingly trying alfalfa sprouts to teenagers singing while doing dishes, discover how indirect approaches can transform family challenges. Learn why leaving a book about gut bacteria lying around might work better than years of mealtime battles, and how a simple word game can turn kitchen clean-up into family fun. Quote of the …

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#1187 - 238 Studies Can't Be Wrong: The Key to Better Parenting 14:35

23d ago14:35

14:35

What happens when researchers analyze 238 studies spanning 51 years and 38 countries? They discover one consistent truth: autonomy support leads to thriving kids, while psychological control leads to struggling ones. Learn why guilt, shame and coercion damage child wellbeing, and discover the three practical steps to becoming a more supportive pare…

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#1186 - The Sleep Stats That Will Wake You Up 12:45

24d ago12:45

12:45

New research from the National Child Health Poll reveals surprising statistics about children's sleep, including why 42% of kids have sleep problems and why parents' beliefs about teen sleep might be wrong. Learn why screen time isn't actually helping kids wind down, how caffeine affects sleep patterns, and discover the biology behind why teenagers…

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#1185 - Girls and Makeup: The Mecca Meltdown 13:18

25d ago13:18

13:18

Is your child begging for makeup while you're desperately trying to preserve their innocence? From church on Sundays to everyday requests, the makeup debate touches deep parental fears about growing up too fast. Discover why parents really resist early makeup use, and learn a practical three-step approach to handling this delicate issue. Plus, hear…

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#1184 - 95% of Parents Don’t Have This One Thing - But We All NEED It 12:47

26d ago12:47

12:47

Ever cringed at a recording of your own voice? Imagine watching your daily parenting played back on video. In this raw and honest episode, Dr Justin Coulson shares how a humbling surfing experience revealed the game-changing power of self-awareness in parenting. Discover why 95% of parents think they're self-aware (but only 10-15% actually are), an…

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#1183 - 71% of Household Mental Load Falls to Mums - Here's Why 42:46

28d ago42:46

42:46

The mental load in families isn't just about remembering school events or planning meals - it's an invisible, boundaryless, and enduring form of labour that impacts relationships, careers, and wellbeing. Join Professor Leah Ruppanner from the University of Melbourne as she unpacks groundbreaking research on how mental load affects modern families, …

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#1182 - The Silent Message Your Face Sends 14:41

29d ago14:41

14:41

When your child walks into the room, what do they see? Drawing from Toni Morrison's profound insight and an Olympic coach's wisdom about competition, discover how subtle expressions shape our children's sense of worth and why measuring against our own progress matters more than beating others. Plus, learn why even well-intentioned critical looks mi…

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#1207 - Listen Like You Mean It: How to Hear What Your Child Isn't Saying 26:09

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#1206 - Rethinking School: Why Alternative Education Might Be the Best Choice for Your Child 16:18

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#1205 - Your Child Will See Pornography: Here's What You Need to Know 15:03

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#1204 - Taking the Ride, Not the Wheel: The Secret to Better Listening 11:02

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#1203 - Heartbroken: When Your Kid Says They’re Embarrassed by You 11:14

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#1202 - Boys Will Be Boys? The Disturbing Reality of Sexual Threats in Schools 16:57

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#1201 - Free Range Parenting 101 With Lenore Skenazy 43:49

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#1200 - Sweet-Talking Your Teen: The Art of Delivering Disappointing News 13:30

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#1199 - Why I Banned Reading Logs in My Home (And You Should Too) 19:02

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#1198- The 'Worst Mother' Who Got It Right 10:18

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#1197 - When Your Child Has No School Friends 16:25

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#1196 - Hack Your Child's Brain Chemistry (The Good Way!) 15:10

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#1195 - Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About ASD, ADHD and Executive Function With Andrew Guastella 44:55

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#1194 - Maths Anxiety, Camp Bullies, and the Power of Connection 15:02

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#1193 - The School Photo Crisis: When AI Turns Toxic 18:22

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#1192 - Creating Better Spaces for Neurodivergent Children 11:11

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#1191 - Should You Pay for A's? The Pocket Money Debate 15:36

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#1190 - The Ultimate Parenting Book List (From Someone Who's Read Them All) 15:53

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#1189 - Sleep Myths Busted: A Doctor's View 33:56

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#1188 - The Book That Changed Our Fussy Eater 11:57

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#1187 - 238 Studies Can't Be Wrong: The Key to Better Parenting 14:35

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#1186 - The Sleep Stats That Will Wake You Up 12:45

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#1185 - Girls and Makeup: The Mecca Meltdown 13:18

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#1184 - 95% of Parents Don’t Have This One Thing - But We All NEED It 12:47

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#1183 - 71% of Household Mental Load Falls to Mums - Here's Why 42:46

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#1182 - The Silent Message Your Face Sends 14:41

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