Episodes

  • When her marriage was falling apart, this mum built a game to help others

    When her marriage was falling apart, this mum built a game to help others
    May 15 2025
    When Aggie Vlotman had her first child, she expected joy and found it. But she didn’t anticipate the toll it would take on her marriage. Sleepless nights, changing priorities, and unspoken frustrations pushed their relationship to the brink. Yet from that struggle, an idea was born, and a game was created.
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    13 mins
  • 'In that fun, they learn': The power of play in learning science

    'In that fun, they learn': The power of play in learning science
    May 8 2025
    A new approach to learning is emerging: interactive, participatory, and immersive play. These engaging experiences can be enjoyed for free at the Science Gallery of the University of Melbourne.
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    13 mins
  • How a dad uses storytelling to raise culturally aware children

    How a dad uses storytelling to raise culturally aware children
    Apr 3 2025
    Kirk Manas, a nurse and father from Melbourne, wrote his first children’s book entitled 'Juan Pinoy.' The vibrant story highlights the Filipino culture, inspired by his daughter and his own feelings of disconnection from his roots.
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    13 mins
  • How to start conversations about sex and understanding parental boundaries in your child's life

    How to start conversations about sex and understanding parental boundaries in your child's life
    Feb 19 2025
    In Filipino culture, family ties are close, but when it comes to discussions about sensitive topics like sex and relationships, boundaries can sometimes be unclear. For parents, balancing guidance and a child's independence can be challenging. How can we navigate these conversations, especially as children grow older and enter relationships? An expert answers.
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    11 mins
  • Is spanking an appropriate form of child discipline?

    Is spanking an appropriate form of child discipline?
    Dec 17 2024
    Many individuals who grew up in the Philippines have experienced physical punishment, such as spanking, as a form of parental discipline. This practice is widely accepted in Filipino culture, but in many countries, it is strictly prohibited.
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    7 mins
  • Should parents influence their child’s career path?

    Should parents influence their child’s career path?
    Dec 12 2024
    In the Filipino culture, it’s common for parents to have a significant say in their child’s future, including choosing a course or career. This stems from a desire to see their children succeed. But is it right for parents to influence these choices? An expert answers.
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    13 mins
  • Co-sleeping: An accepted practice in the Philippines, but not in Australia

    Co-sleeping: An accepted practice in the Philippines, but not in Australia
    Dec 5 2024
    For many Filipinos, co-sleeping is not just a practical choice but a cherished tradition. The practice of parents sharing a bed with their infants or young children is deeply ingrained in the Filipino culture. While co-sleeping is not outright illegal or universally frowned upon in Australia, it is not considered a culturally accepted norm.
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    12 mins
  • Utang na loob: Should children be obligated to repay this?

    Utang na loob: Should children be obligated to repay this?
    Nov 28 2024
    Filipino values like "utang na loob" are deeply rooted in the culture, emphasising respect and loyalty, especially between children and parents. While it encourages gratitude for parental sacrifices, it also raises the question: should this be an obligation?
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    9 mins