87 episodes

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

Pop Culture Parenting Dr Billy Garvey, Nick McCormack

    • Kids & Family
    • 4.9 • 532 Ratings

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

    Episode 086: Heat & attachment

    Episode 086: Heat & attachment

    One of the greatest movies and one of the most important topics pair perfectly for this episode. We discuss the science of attachment, it's influence on development and mental health through childhood and adult life and how we can improve it for our kids and ourselves. We can't wait to hear your feedback, stories, questions and advice!

    • 1 hr 4 min
    Episode 085: Cultivating courage reflection

    Episode 085: Cultivating courage reflection

    For this reflection episode we share stories, questions and advice from the amazing PCP community about cultivating courage in our kids. Nick and Billy discuss how the textbook theory can be applied to real life situations and end on a beautiful insight into how one therapist guides a child through these challenges in their clinic. Our longest episode yet but we hope you still enjoy it!

    • 2 hrs 10 min
    Episode 084: Jumanji & cultivating courage

    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.

    • 1 hr 2 min
    Episode 083: Changing behaviour reflection (part 2)

    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.

    • 1 hr 26 min
    Episode 082: Changing behaviour reflection (part 1)

    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.

    • 1 hr 24 min
    Episode 081: White Men Can't Jump & changing behaviour

    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.

    • 1 hr 3 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
532 Ratings

532 Ratings

Tempo_Mitch ,

Great addition to my regular listening

I’m so glad I found this podcast. The lads are extremely relatable, even though Billy is a leading expert. It makes it easy to listen to the advice when it feels like both Nick and Billy are in the trenches with me.
As a side bonus, I’ve found a greater appreciation for some classic movies that I otherwise may have ignored.
Keep up the great work legends 🙌

Peteabcdef ,

Brilliant

I honestly don’t think you will find a podcast that will change your life more than this one. What a gift you two shade loving blokes are giving the world. The benefits all the caregivers are gaining through the wisdom spoken on the show is immense. The honesty is refreshing and the way you both bounce of each other is beautiful (had to throw that word in there). Well done lads

Freightrain78 ,

Outstanding

Huge fan.
Well done guys this podcast is incredible and a must for anyone whom wants to improve as a parent.

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