How do you raise safe, confident kids in a world of gaming chats, AI tools, social media, and constant connectivity?

In this episode of the Where Parents Talk podcast, host Lianne Castelino speaks to cybersecurity professionals Chad Rychlewski and Kae David, who share expert, practical advice from their book Cyber Smart Parenting. As both industry insiders, they translate enterprise-level cybersecurity strategies into realistic steps families can use at home.

You’ll hear:

1. Why digital safety conversations should begin in kindergarten
2. The risks of oversharing photos in the age of AI
3. How gaming voice chats expose children to strangers
4. Why locking your child’s credit protects against identity theft
5. How to talk to teens about their digital footprint without shame
6. The importance of family digital contracts
7. Why being present matters more than being technical

Instead of fear, this conversation focuses on empowerment. The safest kids aren’t the most restricted — they’re the ones who feel safe coming to their parents before a crisis happens.

This podcast is for parents, guardians, teachers and caregivers to learn proven strategies and trusted tips on raising kids, teens and young adults based on science, evidenced and lived experience.

You’ll learn the latest on topics like managing bullying, consent, fostering healthy relationships, and the interconnectedness of mental, emotional and physical health.

Links referenced in this episode:

1. whereparentstalk.com

Why do so many parents feel like they’re failing — even when they’re doing everything “right”?

In this episode of the Where Parents Talk podcast, host Lianne Castelino is joined by Manu Brune, postpartum specialist, parent coach, mother of 3 and author of Overcorrecting: Parenting in the Middle While the World Shouts in Extremes. They unpack a timely issue facing parents today: overcorrection.

Brune explains how many parents are unconsciously parenting in reaction to their own childhood experiences, swinging between extremes in an effort to “break generational cycles.” The result? Chronic stress, nervous system dysregulation, parental burnout, and growing self-doubt.

This episode explores:

1. How nervous system regulation shapes parent-child relationships
2. Why perfectionism and hyper-vigilance are exhausting parents
3. The long-term impact of reactive parenting on children’s mental health
4. What co-regulation means and how children “borrow calm” from adults
5. How to parent with consistency without rigidity
6. Why the space between parenting decisions matters more than the decisions themselves

This podcast is for parents, guardians, teachers and caregivers to learn proven strategies and trusted tips on raising kids, teens and young adults based on science, evidenced and lived experience.

You’ll learn the latest on topics like managing bullying, consent, fostering healthy relationships, and the interconnectedness of mental, emotional and physical health.

Links referenced in this episode:

1. whereparentstalk.com

Life insurance can feel overwhelming for parents — especially when you’re juggling kids, careers, mortgages, and everyday life. In this episode of the Where Parents Talk podcast, host Lianne Castelino speaks with Laura McKay, co-founder and COO of PolicyMe and a mom of two, to break down life insurance in simple, practical terms for families.

This essential conversation for parents covers what life insurance actually is, why it matters for moms and dads, the difference between term and permanent life insurance, how much coverage families really need, and common mistakes parents make when putting it off.

You’ll also learn how life insurance fits into different stages of parenthood — from pregnancy and young children to teens and young adults — and how to take a small, manageable first step.

What you'll learn:

1. The basics of life insurance and its role in protecting parents and families
2. Term and permanent life insurance: what’s the difference?
3. Determining the right coverage amount for your family’s needs
4. Costly life insurance myths and mistakes parents should avoid
5. Planning life insurance around major life events, from pregnancy to homeownership and career shifts

This podcast is for parents, guardians, teachers and caregivers to learn proven strategies and trusted tips on raising kids, teens and young adults based on science, evidenced and lived experience.

You’ll learn the latest on topics like managing bullying, consent, fostering healthy relationships, and the interconnectedness of mental, emotional and physical health.

Links referenced in this episode:

1. whereparentstalk.com
2. policyme.com

Companies mentioned in this episode:

1. Policy Me
2. Fortune 500