The Fathering Project Podcast
The Fathering Project podcast is hosted by CEO Káti Gapaillard who is joined by experts in their field and Australia's favourite personalities, influencers and authors to tackle parenting challenges, discuss the journey of fatherhood and everything in between.
Episodes
60 episodes
Understanding the tween brain with Dr Steve Kassem
The tween years (roughly ages 8–12) are a critical time for brain development, emotional growth, and identity formation. In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Steve Kassem, a neuroscientist specialising in brain development, to explore what’s h...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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33:54
What workplace leaders need to know about masculinity and gender equity in the workplace
In this episode, we dive into a crucial and timely topic – gender equity and masculinity in the workplace. We explore how workplaces can foster environments that challenge traditional notions of masculinity, while also promoting gender equity i...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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25:05
Parenting in the modern world: Supporting your child’s big emotions
In this episode, we're joined by Gen Muir from Connected Parenting. We discuss parenting in the modern world and supporting your children’s big feelings and emotions. The episode is packed with actionable tips and strategies to help you manage ...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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33:54
Unlocking Potential: How Parenting in Ages 5-10 Shapes Lifelong Development
In this episode, we explore a critical yet often overlooked phase of parenting: the 5-10 year window. While the first five years are widely recognised as foundational for a child’s development, many parents may not realise that the 5-10 years a...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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34:44
Protecting your child’s online presence with the e-Safety Commissioner
One of our most commonly asked about topics is how parents can keep their kids safe online. The digital world is constantly changing, and navigating it as a parent can often be challenging. We want the best for our child...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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34:22
Tackling anxiety and tapping into your Wild Creature Mind with Steve Biddulph
We are thrilled to welcome back our friend and renowned Australian best-selling author, activist and psychologist, Steve Biddulph. If you're someone who experiences anxiety, or have had anxious feelings and not entirely sure how to addr...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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25:56
Quality of early childhood care and longterm development
Early childhood, especially the first 1 – 5 years is key for child development outcomes. How a parent engages with their child during these key years will influence their long-term development. Not only this, a child's educator als...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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30:35
Parental anxiety management strategies with Dr Jodi Richardson
In this episode we discuss anxiety, how it shows up in your life, some common symptoms and every day strategies to help manage it. In today's world, we all experience anxious moments, and our kids can too. It's important to recognis...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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30:55
Perinatal mental health for dads
Mental health for new dads is critical. Just like mothers can struggle with their mental health during pregnancy and post-pregnancy, dads can struggle too.Statistics find that 1 in 10 men will experience anxiety or depression during p...
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14:31
A Dad's Guide to Autism: Caring for their Exceptional Children
In this podcast episode, we are delighted to have Prof. Andrew Whitehouse join us for a conversation on the challenges and joys of raising children with autism. Our focus extends to the available support for fathers in tailoring care to the uni...
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23:07
Dr Laurie Steed on the journey of fathering
In this episode, we'll be in conversation with Laurie as we delve into his latest book, "Love, Dad: Confessions of an Anxious Father." Our discussion w...
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27:25
Tech and work-life: Finding the balance with Brad Marshall
In today’s episode Brad will delve into the world of technology and how we can find a balance in our work and personal life. We will discuss how technology can contribute to workplace stress, especially due to the rise of hybrid and...
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29:59
Josh Waldhorn on life beyond comfort zones
Josh is a father of two teenage boys and recently made an appearance on Channel Nine's reality TV show, The Summit. In an insightful conversation, Káti delves into Josh's journey as a father, his experiences on The Summit, and how this extraord...
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26:19
Dr Vanessa Lapointe: Creating an emotionally healthy home for your children
In this episode we welcome back Dr Vanessa Lapointe who shares her parenting wisdom on understanding how to create an emotionally healthy and safe home for our children. We explore the unique role fathers play and how this impacts ...
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26:53
Sleeping and settling your newborn
Sleep is key! Becoming a new dad can be daunting and getting your newborn to sleep and settle can be a source of anxiety for many new parents.Don't fear. In this podcast Donna Moala certified Sleep Sense Consultant provides you with many...
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19:49
Hamish Blake on the importance of 10 more minutes of quality time
A Father's Day special - Hamish Blake Father of the Year 2023 provides a glimpse into his fatherhood journey, dad-life and how he spends quality time with his kids, plus the important message of spending 10 more minutes with your kids!
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12:14
Prof Natasha Cabrera: The research on father involvement and impact on child development
A Father's Day special - we speak with Professor Natasha Cabrera about the research on fathers and their significant impact on child development. This episode is proudly sponsored by AFA Insurance.
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33:31
Author and content creator Sean Szeps talks fatherhood
In this episode we chat to Sean about his newly released bookNot like other dads, navigating parenting and family life, and raising his two boy-girl twins! Sean Szeps is an award-winning podcast host, presenter, content cre...
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27:46
Decoding boys' development with Dr Judy Chu
Dr. Chu and CEO of The Fathering Project, Káti Gapaillard, have a conversation about raising boys. They talk about the research on boys' development and how they build relationships while dealing with societal expectations that enf...
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30:47
Masculinity, Fatherhood and Mateship with Dr Jason Frishman
In today’s episode we explore masculinity, the importance of men making connections with other men and the impact of this on the type of dad they are for their kids, as well as the impact on wellbeing. Jason has been working for 25 ...
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35:10
Michelle Mitchell: The window of opportunity in the tween years
TFP CEO Káti Gapaillard sits down with Michelle Mitchell, tween and teen parenting expert, speaker and author. In this episode, Michelle reveals the crucial window of opportunity parents have during their child's formative years to ensure they ...
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17:20
When two worlds collide: Workplace and parenting
In this episode CEO Káti Gapaillard speaks with guest Greg Bridge. Káti and Greg discuss the balance of our work life and being a parent, and the impact of workplaces on our own health and wellbeing, as well as our children and fam...
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15:49
Scott Stuart on empowering your child to be their authentic selves
In celebration of World Pride Month our CEO and host, Káti Gapillard speaks with best selling children's book author and content creator Scott Stuart (@scottcreates). In this heartwarming episode Scott reveals his parenting style a...
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