The Parent Squad

By: Newstalk ZB
  • Summary

  • If it takes a village to raise a child, it must take a whole country to raise a family! Newstalk ZB’s Parent Squad helps to do just that. Joined by expert guests The Weekend Collective team delves into the complexities of Kiwi family life.
    2025 Newstalk ZB
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Episodes
  • Dougal Sutherland: Your teen's angst may be your fault
    May 3 2025

    All teenagers have their moments - but what are the signs there's something seriously wrong? And how much of the teenage angst can be blamed on parents expecting to have a horrible teen?

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    37 mins
  • Sandy Pasley: Teaching values falls on parents as well as schools
    Apr 26 2025

    It takes a village - parents, caregivers, family, and community. It takes a bit from everyone to raise successful adults.

    Parents will do their best to instil particular values into their children - but as we slowly let go as they progress through their schooling, it's unavoidable that others will begin to have a say.

    So in terms of values, what is the role of parents and schools as children grow up?

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    36 mins
  • Kathryn Berkett: Should you try to manage your children's friendships?
    Apr 19 2025

    This week on The Parent Squad, neuroscience educator Kathryn Berkett revealed how much - if at all - you should get involved with your children's friendships.

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    1 hr and 1 min

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