Parent support Circle Podcast

In this thought-provoking discussion, Curtis Leong delves into the complexities of gratitude, privilege, and parenting, offering valuable insights and parenting hacks to help you navigate the challenges of raising a family. As a parent, achieving financial freedom is often a top priority, and this conversation sheds light on how to cultivate a sense of gratitude and awareness of privilege in your...

Get ready for a game-changer! The Parent Support Circle Podcast is LIVE, bringing you the ultimate boost for parents crushing it while chasing a brighter, more balanced future. Dads and moms, this is YOUR space for inspiration, encouragement, and empowerment as you conquer work, kids, and your dreams! 💡 This episode drops: Real talk on mastering work-life balance. Powerful strategies for financia...

How do you teach your child responsibility without constant nagging, power struggles, or punishments that don’t stick? In this episode, Curtis is joined by RJ—a father of two independent adult children, Armanda and Josh—who shares real-life parenting experiences and practical strategies that actually work. Together, they break down how to teach accountability to an 11-year-old using natural conseq...

Yeah… same. In this episode of the Parent Support Circle Podcast , we break down why kids shut down in conversations—and more importantly, how to get them talking again without feeling like the annoying parent . If you’ve ever felt like: Your child gives one-word answers Conversations feel forced or awkward You want to connect… but don’t know how This episode is for you. We dive into simple, real-...

Curtis and RJ dig into the most asked parenting question of all time: how do you teach your kids about money when you’re not exactly a financial role model yourself? RJ reflects on raising his now-adult kids — Josh (32) and Armanda (30) — sharing the real lessons that stuck and the mistakes that became the best teaching moments. Curtis brings his own money confessions, and together they break down...

Have you ever said something about food or your body in front of your kid — and felt that instant pang of regret? Most parents have. And most of us are just running on autopilot, repeating things we heard growing up without realizing the impact. In this episode, host Curtis walks you through why the casual, daily things we say about food and movement matter way more than we think — and what to do...

Episode Description: Your tween came home from school looking like the floor swallowed them whole. Sound familiar? In this episode, Curtis and co-host RH — dad of grown-up kids and veteran of the puberty years — talk honestly (and hilariously) about what to do when your child is embarrassed about body changes and body odour. From the imaginary audience effect to car-ride conversations, deodorant s...

Are you tired of repeating yourself 17 times a day? 😅 “Did you brush your teeth?” “Where’s your backpack?” “Please clean your room…” If you’ve ever wondered how to teach responsibility without nagging , this one’s for you. Responsibility isn’t built through reminders. It’s built through ownership, natural consequences, and giving kids the tools to succeed. In this post, you’ll learn: ✔ Why naggin...

Tired of daily battles over homework, bedtime, and chores? You're not alone. In this episode, Curtis and RJ tackle one of the most common parenting challenges: power struggles. From homework meltdowns to forgotten permission slips, they share seven science-backed strategies that actually reduce conflict and build cooperation. Curtis brings fresh stories from the tween parenting trenches (spoiler:...

Parent Support Circle is the #1 parenting podcast dedicated to helping moms and dads navigate the real challenges of raising children in today's world. Hosted by Curtis with co-host RJ — a father of two with over two decades of parenting experience — each episode dives deep into the topics that matter most to growing families. From managing school stress and childhood anxiety to building resilienc...

In this episode, we’re talking about something every parent thinks about sooner or later: how kids and teens can earn money safely . If you’ve ever wondered what jobs are age-appropriate, how to balance independence with safety, or how earning money can build confidence—not pressure—this conversation is for you. We break down realistic starter jobs for kids ages 11–17 , from neighborhood work like...

Helping Our Kids Build Study Habits & Time Management Skills: The parent's guide to raising independent, successful learners. Each episode tackles real challenges—homework battles, procrastination, screen time conflicts, and academic stress—with practical solutions that actually work. Learn when to help and when to let go, how to teach time management without nagging, and strategies for buildi...

Are you accidentally pressuring your child when you think you're building confidence? In this episode, Curtis (dad to an 11-year-old) and RJ (reflecting on raising now-grown kids) explore the fine line between support and pressure. They share 5 game-changing strategies, discuss age-specific approaches, and get real about mistakes they've made. From celebrating effort over results to validating fee...

Is your child suddenly uninterested in school, avoiding homework, or shutting down when learning comes up? You’re not alone—and you’re not failing as a parent. In this episode, we explore why kids lose motivation for school in the first place, from academic struggles and anxiety to social pressure and feeling disconnected from what they’re learning. We break down what’s really going on beneath the...

Parent Support Circle Podcast – Episode on Helping Kids Stand Up for Themselves Parenthood isn’t just about keeping our kids safe—it’s about empowering them to stand up for themselves. On this episode of the Parent Support Circle , Curtis shares research-backed strategies to help your child develop self-advocacy, empathy, and confidence—all while staying rooted in kindness. We cover practical ways...

In this episode of the Parent Support Circle podcast, Curtis helps parents understand fake news, online scams, and deepfakes—and how these digital threats affect kids and teens. This episode focuses on digital literacy for kids, online safety for families, and teaching critical thinking skills in the age of social media and AI. Parents will learn how to talk to their children about misinformation,...

Your kid is online right now. Do you know who they're talking to? 😬 In this episode, Curtis and RJ tackle every parent's digital nightmare: cyberbullying and online predators. But don't worry—this isn't a fear-mongering lecture. It's a real, honest conversation between two parents figuring this out just like you. You'll learn: ✅ How to start "the talk" without your kid tuning you out ✅ The exac...