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The Village Lantern PodcastS3 Ep 9 - Disordered Eating in ND kidsA conversation with one of our treasured Villagers about navigating eating disorders and neurodiversity. A first hand account and one we know many will relate to.
Please note that this episode contains discussion of eating disorders that some people may find distressing.
2024-03-2639 minThe Village Lantern PodcastS3 Ep 8 - Sleep - The true night terrorsIn this ep Char shares her horror story of sleep with her ND kids. We know this is a real thing for many of our Villagers and would love to hear your experiences too.
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2024-03-2638 minThe Village Lantern PodcastS3 Ep 7- ChristMESS incoming!ChristMESS incoming!…as Anna, Bel and Char drag themselves to the 2023 finish line, they chat about the discomfort and joy of navigating the festive season and long summer hols in neurodivergent families. Grab a sherry/Aperol and a fistful of chocolate and come and have a listen…
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Find our script for how to respond to some of the comments we get from family and friends about our ND kids and our parenting. Go to www.takesavillage.com.au, register with your email and go to Village Support.2023-12-0734 minThe Village Lantern PodcastS3 Ep 6 - Dr Ross Greene downloadBel interviews Anna on her recent workshop with the incredible Dr Ross Greene. Dr Greene has developed a child-lead, exploratory approach to understanding the root of challenging behaviours and how to address the needs, rather than the behaviours. It's gold.
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https://drrossgreene.com/about-cps.htm
https://livesinthebalance.org/2023-11-2138 minThe Village Lantern PodcastS3 Ep 5 - ADHD musingsAnna and Bel share their thoughts and discoveries about how ADHD shows up in their families. 2023-10-2239 minThe Village Lantern PodcastS3 Ep 4 - Fit your oxygen mask firstMental health for parents and carers of neurodivergent kids is hard to prioritise and maintain.
Anna, Bel and Char talk about their own experiences and share some of what they have learned.
2023-10-1041 minThe Village Lantern PodcastS3 Ep 2 - School Again - Part 1We talk about the gnarly topic of school and its challenges for ND kids. It’s only ever a small slice of the reality but it’s such a big one for Villagers.2023-09-2540 minThe Village Lantern PodcastS3 Ep 3 - School Again - Part 2Second half of Ep 2. There is never enough time to cover this gnarly topic.2023-09-2524 minThe Village Lantern PodcastS3 Ep 1 - Lael Stone - Compassion, Connection and AcceptanceKicking off Season 3 with the beautiful Lael Stone.
Lael Stone is a speaker, educator and author who defines her passion as “supporting parents to understand their children, helping adults process their own childhood trauma and creating education systems that value emotional awareness."
In this conversation we talk about the importance of compassion, connection and acceptance in the context of parenting neurodivergent kids.2023-06-071h 21The Village Lantern PodcastS2 Ep 12 - Working and BurnoutIn this conversation, Anna, Bel and Char talk about the many challenges of working while raising neurodivergent kids.
All families trying to make this delicate balance work will tell you it’s a struggle, but when you add the Additional and complex needs of ND kids it’s a whole new level of challenge.
We talk about the daily tribulations, the decisions some families make to step away and the inevitable burnout that effects so many of us.2023-06-0745 min
Human Cogs PodcastEp. 68 Anna Oxley Rintoul on living with ADHD, raising neurodiverse kids and cherishing a good enough life.How many people do you know who live with hidden conditions?You might be surprised to learn that an estimated 30 per cent of the Australian population live with neurodiverse conditions including ADHD and autism. In fact, new data has revealed the number of prescriptions issued for ADHD has more than doubled over the last decade in Australia, with an increasing number of adults - particularly women - being diagnosed with the condition later in life.In this conversation we meet the extraordinary and inspirational Anna Oxley Rintoul, host of The Village Lantern Podcast...2023-04-0453 minThe Village Lantern PodcastS2 Ep 11 - SiblingsAnna, Bel and Char talk about the extra, extra challenges of parenting more than one child with neurodivergent conditions. The fighting, the despair, and even the good bits!2023-03-2044 minThe Village Lantern PodcastS2 Ep 10 - EducationAnna, Bel and Char scratch the surface of educating kids with hidden challenges. We talk about the complex, ongoing struggle of supporting our kids through the school years.2023-03-0745 minThe Village Lantern PodcastS2 Ep 9 - Jordan is back and HoopNowWe welcome back Jordan and talk to Scott McCarney, COO of HoopNow, a basketball program for kids with additional needs.2023-03-0639 minThe Village Lantern PodcastS2 Ep 8 - Quick update and introducing Takes A VillageQuick update on some updates to the podcast and introducing Takes A Village, an organisation supporting families living with kids with hidden challenges.2023-03-0603 minThe Village Lantern PodcastS2 Ep 7 - Just diagnosed...what does it all mean?In this episode Anna, Char and Bel talk about what it's like going through the process of getting a diagnosis of a neurodiverse condition for your child. 2022-12-1334 minThe Village Lantern PodcastS2 Ep 6 - Introducing Bel and CharMeet Bel Rattigan and Char Adorjan, our new co-hosts joining the Village Lantern Podcast.
In this episode we get to know Bel and Char, talk about how we met, our shared joy and struggles parenting neurodiverse kids, and our hopes to change the world around them.2022-10-2634 minThe Village Lantern PodcastS2 Ep 5 - Breaking NewsA short episode to share some exciting news about bringing on two additional co-hosts to the Village Lantern family - Annabel Rattigan and Char Adorjan join Jordan and Anna.
2022-10-2605 minThe Village Lantern PodcastS2 Ep 4 - Community leaders - Saint Kilda Football Club - Kate ShierlawKate Shierlaw is the Community Engagement Support Officer and an AFLW athlete at the St Kilda Football Club.
In this conversation, we talk to Kate about the SaintsPlay program at the Club, which provides the opportunity for kids with intellectual and development disorders to learn footy skills, and be a part of the Saints community. We also talk about Kate's passions for the other inclusion programs offered by the club, for AFLW, and playing her part in making footy accessible for all.2022-08-2939 minThe Village Lantern PodcastS2 EP3 - Personal Insight - Living in a neurotypical world as a neurodivergent teenager - LolaMeet Lola. A brilliant, funny and articulate teenager living with ASD and ADHD. In this conversation, we talk about the experience of being diagnosed, identity, friendship, gender and living in a neurotypical world. 2022-08-2542 min
The Village Lantern PodcastS2 Ep 2 - Youth community changing lives one camp at a time. Flying Fox Dean CohenWe talk to the inspiring and brilliant Dean Cohen, CEO of Flying Fox and AOM.
Since 2014, Flying Fox has connected kids with special needs with the wider community through exciting youth organised camps. The network is comprised of volunteer buddies and campers to create positive social interactions in a fun and safe environment. Flying Fox is dedicated to building an inclusive community.
In this conversation we talk about the campers, camp leaders and parents, who all love this brilliant and vital service.2022-05-0353 min
The Village Lantern PodcastS2 Ep 1 - Anna and Jordan are back!Season 2 finally launched. Anna and Jordan talk about what's been going on and what's ahead for the Village Lantern Podcast.2022-04-191h 03
The Village Lantern PodcastS1 Ep 10 - Insight with the lot - personal experience, parenting, teaching and advocacy. Tal Spinrad. Part 2.Tal Spinrad is a career Jewish educator and advocate for change with over three decades of experience working within all aspects of the Jewish community. Combining the passion of Ezekiel, with the humour of Mel Brooks, Tal uses both modern and traditional narratives to engage and reveal insights.In this episode, Tal shares his personal experiences of growing up with autism, as well as parenting two autistic kids. He uses his gift for story telling to paint a colourful and insightful picture to which we we can all relate.2020-12-1437 min
The Village Lantern PodcastInsight with the lot - personal experience, parenting, teaching and advocacy. Tal Spinrad. Part 2.Tal Spinrad is a career Jewish educator and advocate for change with over three decades of experience working within all aspects of the Jewish community. Combining the passion of Ezekiel, with the humour of Mel Brooks, Tal uses both modern and traditional narratives to engage and reveal insights.In this episode, Tal shares his personal experiences of growing up with autism, as well as parenting two autistic kids. He uses his gift for story telling to paint a colourful and insightful picture to which we we can all relate.2020-12-1437 minThe Village Lantern PodcastExpert Insight: Education, communication and understanding with deep care and love - Sarah WrightSarah Wright started her career as a high school English teacher, and went on to become an educational psychologist. Sarah spent 16 years at a special school for children with intellectual disability and co-morbid disabilities, a place she calls her "true love". Sarah then qualified as a clinical psychologist, and continues to work with special needs kids, as well as with parents and young adults with 'extra zing'. Sarah is kind, funny and thoughtful and is deretmined to see the whole person, beyond any label or diagnosis. She has a beautiful gift for connecting with love, generosity and a palpable commitment...2020-12-1447 min
The Village Lantern PodcastS1 Ep 9 - Expert Insight: Education, communication and understanding with deep care and love - Sarah WrightSarah Wright started her career as a high school English teacher, and went on to become an educational psychologist. Sarah spent 16 years at a special school for children with intellectual disability and co-morbid disabilities, a place she calls her "true love". Sarah then qualified as a clinical psychologist, and continues to work with special needs kids, as well as with parents and young adults with 'extra zing'. Sarah is kind, funny and thoughtful and is deretmined to see the whole person, beyond any label or diagnosis. She has a beautiful gift for connecting with love, generosity and a palpable commitment...2020-12-1447 minThe Village Lantern PodcastParenting : With love, protection and comedy - Rodney MarksRodney has been a comedian since 1991 using ‘hoaxes and jokeses’ to bring light and joy to private and public events and corporate sessions. Rodney is hilarious as well as deeply kind and caring and has a beautiful knack for exploring the human experience with both lightness and depth. In this conversation, Rodney shares the inspiring, unique and ultimately awe-inspiring journey of one of his boys, who is (though never formally diagnosed) most likely somewhere on the autism spectrum.2020-11-2845 min
The Village Lantern PodcastS1 Ep 8 - Parenting : With love, protection and comedy - Rodney MarksRodney has been a comedian since 1991 using 'hoaxes and jokeses' to bring light and joy to private and public events and corporate sessions. Rodney is hilarious as well as deeply kind and caring and has a beautiful knack for exploring the human experience with both lightness and depth. In this conversation, Rodney shares the inspiring, unique and ultimately awe-inspiring journey of one of his boys, who is (though never formally diagnosed) most likely somewhere on the autism spectrum.2020-11-2845 min
The Village Lantern PodcastS1 Ep 7 - Rethinking Autism: Positivity, a mother's love and changing lives - Chris Varney - Part 2Chris Varney is the founder and CEO of the first-of-its-kind I CAN Network. Chris's vision of a 'Rethink on Autism' is a shift from a deficits-focussed approach to a strengths-based one, and one that has touched and benefitted the lives of thousands of Autistics. In this episode we hear about how Chris made his dream of changing lives come true.2020-11-2838 minThe Village Lantern PodcastRethinking Autism: Positivity, a mother's love and changing lives - Chris Varney - Part 2Chris Varney is the founder and CEO of the first-of-its-kind I CAN Network. Chris’s vision of a ‘Rethink on Autism’ is a shift from a deficits-focussed approach to a strengths-based one, and one that has touched and benefitted the lives of thousands of Autistics. In this episode we hear about how Chris made his dream of changing lives come true.2020-11-2838 min
The Village Lantern PodcastS1 Ep 6 - Expert insight : How awareness and understanding of ASD has changed in psychology and education: Deirdre BrandnerDeirdre started as a primary school teacher, and was driven to become a psychologist after seeing kids in the classroom struggling, and who were not receiving the support they needed. Deirdre has been a fully registered child psychologist (AHPRA) for over 20 years and with her interest in Autism Spectrum Disorder. We talk to Deirdre about kids, the education system, families, and the gifts and joys our extra 'zing' kids bring to the world.2020-11-2147 minThe Village Lantern PodcastExpert insight : How awareness and understanding of ASD has changed in psychology and education: Deirdre BrandnerDeirdre started as a primary school teacher, and was driven to become a psychologist after seeing kids in the classroom struggling, and who were not receiving the support they needed. Deirdre has been a fully registered child psychologist (AHPRA) for over 20 years and with her interest in Autism Spectrum Disorder. We talk to Deirdre about kids, the education system, families, and the gifts and joys our extra 'zing' kids bring to the world.2020-11-2147 min
The Village Lantern PodcastS1 Ep 5 - Insight with the lot - personal experience, parenting, teaching and advocacy. Tal Spinrad. Part 1Tal Spinrad is a career Jewish educator and advocate for change with over three decades of experience working within all aspects of the Jewish community. Combining the passion of Ezekiel, with the humour of Mel Brooks, Tal uses both modern and traditional narratives to engage and reveal insights.In this episode, Tal shares his personal experiences of growing up with autism, as well as parenting two autistic kids. He uses his gift for story telling to paint a colourful and insightful picture to which we we can all relate2020-11-1240 minThe Village Lantern PodcastEP04 - Tal Spinrad Part 1Tal Spinrad is a career Jewish educator and advocate for change with over three decades of experience working within all aspects of the Jewish community. Combining the passion of Ezekiel, with the humour of Mel Brooks, Tal uses both modern and traditional narratives to engage and reveal insights.In this episode, Tal shares his personal experiences of growing up with autism, as well as parenting two autistic kids. He uses his gift for story telling to paint a colourful and insightful picture to which we we can all relate2020-11-1240 min
The Village Lantern PodcastS1 Ep 4 - Expert insight : Developmental paediatrician explains autism from a medical view point - Dr Annie MouldenHow is ASD diagnosed in the medical world and how does it impact individuals?2020-11-0446 minThe Village Lantern PodcastExpert insight : Dr Annie MouldenHow is ASD diagnosed in the medical world and how does it impact individuals?2020-11-0446 min
The Village Lantern PodcastS1 Ep 3 - Rethinking Autism: Positivity, a mother's love and advocacy - Chris Varney - Part 1Chris Varney is the founder and CEO of the first-of-its-kind I CAN Network. Chris has a mind-blowing CV, including graduating law, being recognised as the Australian Youth Representative to the UN, the World Vision Australia's Manager of Youth in 2009, and the recipient of the 2017 Supreme Court of Victoria's Best Achievement in Human Rights Award. Chris also serves as National Patron of the Australian Association for Special Education and is on the Advisory Board of Learning Creates Australia.2020-10-2840 minThe Village Lantern PodcastRethinking Autism: Positivity, a mother's love and advocacy - Part 1Chris Varney is the founder and CEO of the first-of-its-kind I CAN Network. Chris has a mind-blowing CV, including graduating law, being recognised as the Australian Youth Representative to the UN, the World Vision Australia’s Manager of Youth in 2009, and the recipient of the 2017 Supreme Court of Victoria’s Best Achievement in Human Rights Award. Chris also serves as National Patron of the Australian Association for Special Education and is on the Advisory Board of Learning Creates Australia.2020-10-2840 min
The Village Lantern PodcastS1 Ep 1 - Meet Anna and JordanAnna and Jordan are a full generation apart (they think...). In this intro episode, they share their story of how they came together to bring light and love to the community living with hidden challenges. They chat about how they met, how they landed in this community, and what they want to achieve with this podcast and their lives!2020-10-2132 minThe Village Lantern PodcastMeet Anna and JordanAnna and Jordan are a full generation apart (they think...). In this intro episode, they share their story of how they came together to bring light and love to the community living with hidden challenges. They chat about how they met, how they landed in this community, and what they want to achieve with this podcast and their lives!2020-10-2132 minThe Village Lantern PodcastCommunity Leaders Lighting the Way - Hawthorn Football ClubThe Hawthorn Football has social inclusion as a key pillar of their community strategy. CEO Justin Reeves and General Manager of Foundation and Community, Kerrie Brewer join us to talk about their role as community leaders, and the responsibility that comes with having the influence over a significant proponent of Victoria and broader Australia, and their admirable and innovative social inclusion initiatives.2020-06-2941 min
The Village Lantern PodcastS1 Ep 2 - Community Leaders Lighting the Way - Hawthorn Football Club and Justin ReevesThe Hawthorn Football has social inclusion as a key pillar of their community strategy. CEO Justin Reeves and General Manager of Foundation and Community, Kerrie Brewer join us to talk about their role as community leaders, and the responsibility that comes with having the influence over a significant proponent of Victoria and broader Australia, and their admirable and innovative social inclusion initiatives.2020-06-2941 min