It’s our birthday! 🥳 In this special 25th episode, we’re flipping the script: no guest, just your hosts Kate & Lucy reflecting on a brilliant first year of Alphabites.
We’re looking back on the conversations, the growth, the community, and – of course – our first live birthday event in Berkhamsted. It’s been a passion project full of laughter, learning, and a lot of love.
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🎧 A recap of standout episodes and unforgettable guests since Christmas
🧠 Conversations that have reshaped our thinking — from AI and smartphones to emotional wellbeing, neurodiversity, and reimagining education
🥳 Our first birthday celebration: live panel, amazing guests, buzzer games (!), and one very forgotten Colin the Caterpillar
💡 Why we believe in breaking down fear, celebrating opportunity, and parenting this generation with honesty
🌱 What we’ve learned from YOU, our audience, and how your feedback has fueled us
🎈 Kate & Lucy’s personal highlights from the year
☀️ Our summer plans and what’s coming next in September
Dr. Jo Carlisle – Mental Health
Charlotte Clark (Happy Human Project) – Emotional Wellbeing & Glass Children
Anamatha Gomatam – Menopause & Women’s Health
Dr. Kathy Weston – Tech & Teens
Chantelle El-Badawi – AI & Parenting
Marie Craig – Nutrition for Kids
Leanna Barrett – Liberty Woodland School
Kirsty Bevan – Raising Boys & Sunshine Magazine
Held at The King's Arms, Berkhamsted – the pub where Alphabites was born
Guests: Natalie Costa, Kate Edgecombe-Rendall, and 50N
Panel theme: “You’re Not Alone” – reflecting on modern parenting and letting go of perfection
Audience reflections on Generation Alpha: more emotional support, openness, equality, voice & neurodiversity
Bucket game fun (yes, there were buzzers): ditching FOMO, shouting guilt, and the idea of a spotless home
Final reflections led by Suzanne Stace – creating calm and intention in a busy world
“There’s so much opportunity in raising this generation – even in the challenges. Alphabites is all about finding that and having the real talk.”
Follow us on Instagram @alphabitespodcast for behind-the-scenes birthday photos, guest highlights, and updates on Season 2.