Dr Billy Garvey, Nick McCormack

Pop Culture Parenting

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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 dayWe'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

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Dr Billy Garvey, Nick McCormack

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Ep017: Stand By Me + "bad" kids 24.04.2022 58:52

We’ve all heard the term “bad kid” before. In this ep, Dr Billy tells us why why he loves to work with these kids and recounts some lessons he’s learnt along the way. We use the emotional campfire scene from Stand By Me where River Phoenix shines (the scene is on our Instagram channel - @popcultureparenting). Nick also catches Billy off guard by nailing some psychology theory!

Ep016: Hook (1991) + fussy eating (part 2) 18.04.2022 30:43

In part 2 of Hook (1991) + fussy eating we answer specific questions from listeners about diet, constipation and improving meal times!

Ep015: Hook (1992) + fussy eating 11.04.2022 1:03:13

Hook (1992) & fussy kids. This one’s fun, emotional and hopefully really helpful. Bangarang everyone!!!

Ep014: Parenthood (1989) + sensitive kids (Part 2) 05.04.2022 45:52

In this ep we answer a few questions including; 'how do I parent a dandelion and an orchid?', 'how much support is enough?' and 'how can I support my kid in a Lord of the Flies type playground?' and much, much more.

Ep013: Parenthood + sensitive kids (part 1) 28.03.2022 1:11:51

Steve Martin's character Gill and his son Kevin give us the perfrct backdrop to discuss what’s going on for sensitive kids, how we can support them and why that is so important. Please send in your questions so we can go deep in our reflective practice episode next week.

Ep012: Billy Madison + toilet training part 2 21.03.2022 35:03

Part 2 of Billy Madison + Toilet training podcast is LIVE We answered the following 5 questions which came from our listeners: 1. Can I ruin my child's life by messing up toilet training? 2. The 'dream wee'... myth or reality 3. My kid is struggling after multiple setbacks... what do I do? 4. Any advice on Encopresis? 5. ?????? (#secretquestion)

Ep011: Billy Madison + toilet training part 1 14.03.2022 1:06:32

Toilet training. Something every child goes through. It's also not necessarily 'mastered' by late toddler-hood - 10% of 5 year olds and 5% of 10 year olds still have accidents during the day. We use Billy Madison's friend Ernie to help talk through the strongest approaches to achieve success - you cam see the screen on our instagram page @popcultureparenting

Ep010: Kids who are struggling to attend school Part 2 08.03.2022 29:28

How good is reflective practice!? We discuss feedback and questions from listeners as well as supporting each other after difficult chats.

Ep009: Ferris Bueller's Day Off + Kids who are struggling to attend school 02.03.2022 1:06:27

Billy and Nick discuss Ferris Bueller’s Day Off & Kids who are struggling to attend school. Something for everyone as we talk about setting up kids for success, spotting that they’re struggling and getting them back when they go off track. Can’t wait to hear your feedback!!!

Ep008: Remember the Titans + parenting without shame 22.02.2022 24:16

Episode 8 dives into reflective practice and Nick surprises himself with some well retained knowledge and strong application of some key questions he asks himself before diving in to correcting/discipling his kids 1. What's going on for them (the child)? 2. What have I missed? 3. Have I pitched things too high? A good short listen, well worth a spin. Enjoy

Ep007: Remember the Titans + how do you parent without shaming your kids 14.02.2022 58:12

We explore parenting without shame and the best way to support our kids when they make mistakes. #LeftsideStrongside #rememberthetitans

Ep006: Twins + 'how many kids should we have?' Part 2 07.02.2022 26:32

In a follow up to episode 5, we discuss feedback from listeners on what the right amount of kids to have actually is.

Ep005: Twins(1988) + how many kids should I have? 29.01.2022 53:51

Episode #5 is out and it was lots of fun answering a FAN QUESTION 🎉 woohoo! We talk about the evidence regarding single children vs siblings and the classic movie about brotherly love…. Twins.

Ep004 Reflective Practice - Parenting in a pandemic + Aliens(1986) 25.01.2022 14:23

Wanna know how to thrive in a 7-day lockdown in a house where everyone has COVID-19? Then listen to this! A week after dropping tips about parenting in a pandemic (episode 3), Nick and his family put it into action after everyone contracts COVID. There are 5 practical tips in this episode so please enjoy

Ep003: Parenting in a pandemic + Aliens (1986) 13.01.2022 58:29

Parenting through a pandemic is challenging to say the least. In this episode, Dr Billy Garvey shares evidence based insights on how to ease the pressure of parenting through the Covid-19 pandemic and the uncertainty that surrounds it. We lean on Sigourney Weaver's masterful performance as Ripley in 'Aliens'(1986) to give context to Billy's advice. We discuss Ripley's approach to building a bond a...

Ep002: Terminator 2 (1991) + responding to emotions 02.01.2022 47:47

Dr Billy Garvey provides an actionable set of steps to help identify and support your child when they're having some emotional difficulties in the moment. We use a scene from Terminator 2 to give context to Billy's advice. Follow on Instagram @popcultureparenting for show notes and more details on the topic and film

Ep001: Home Alone (1990) + Time Out 15.12.2021 44:45

In our very first episode we tackle the parenting technique of Time Out and talk through how to support Kevin in a busy household. Hot tip, don't send him to the attic.