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AlphaBitesEP24: Raising Boys with Kirstie BeavanIn this conversation, Kirstie Beaven, founder and editor of Sonshine Magazine, discusses her unique childhood experiences growing up with dual heritage and how it shaped her perspective on parenting boys. She emphasizes the importance of raising boys in a positive, non-judgmental environment, challenging traditional gender norms and stereotypes. Kirstie shares the journey of creating Sunshine Magazine, its mission to support parents in raising boys, and her aspirations for the future of the magazine. The conversation also touches on the emotional challenges boys face today and the need for more emotional support in their upbringing. In...2025-07-0749 min
AlphaBitesEP23: Reimagining Education with Leanna BarrettIn this conversation, Leanna Barrett shares her transformative journey in reshaping education through the establishment of Little Forest Folk and Liberty Woodland School. She discusses the importance of wellbeing, emotional intelligence, and innovative learning approaches that prioritise children's needs and interests. The conversation highlights the challenges faced in the education sector, the community's response to her initiatives, and the significance of project-based learning in developing essential skills for the future. In this conversation, Leanna Barrett discusses the importance of emotional intelligence in education, the support for neurodivergent students, and the role of movement in learning. She emphasises the need...2025-06-2346 min
AlphaBitesEP 22: Menopause and motherhood with Dr BartonAs mothers, we are the cornerstone of our families, juggling work, parenting, relationships, and everything in between. But what happens when our bodies start to change, and we’re met with fatigue, mood swings, brain fog, and other perimenopausal symptoms—while still raising the next generation? In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Barton to discuss how the menopause journey impacts not just us as women but the whole family unit. We explore ways to support ourselves during this transition so that we can continue to show up as the strong, present, and thriving mums our fami...2025-06-0248 min
AlphaBitesEP 21: Fuelling our kids with Mari CraigIn this conversation, Mari shares her insights on family health, nutrition, and the importance of whole foods. Mari discusses her journey towards understanding nutrition, the impact of sugar on health, and the role of diet in children's performance at school. She highlights the dangers of ultra-processed foods and advocates for healthier options for families. In this conversation, Mari and AlphaBites discuss the challenges and strategies of maintaining a healthy diet, particularly for families. They explore the impact of artificial sweeteners, share practical tips for healthier eating, and navigate the complexities of parental choices in nutrition. The discussion emphasizes the...2025-05-1237 min
AlphaBitesEP 20: Motherhood, mum life, letting go of perfectionism and uncomfortable truths with Anna MathurIn this quite amazing episode of Alpha Bites, Anna shares her journey through motherhood, mental health, and life as a psychotherapist. We dive into the realities of parenting, the pressures of perfectionism, and the power of self-compassion. Anna opens up about guilt, shame, and the importance of being a ‘good enough’ parent. She also reflects on themes from her book The Uncomfortable Truth, including grief, mortality, and helping the next generation recognise their worth. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Motherhood and Career Journey 03:00 Navigating Mental Health and Social Media 05:56 The Impact of Personal Experiences on Career Choices 08:57 Books...2025-04-2854 min
AlphaBitesEP 19: Friendships and Fallouts with Kate Edgcumbe-RendleFriendships can be one of the most rewarding parts of life—but they can also be complicated, messy, and sometimes painful. In this episode, we sit down with Kate Edcumbe Rendle, founder of id you to explore the highs and lows of friendships. From navigating fallouts to fostering deeper connections, we unpack what makes friendships thrive and what to do when they break down. Find Kate's website https://www.idyou.org.uk/ Find Kate on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/idyou_/ ********************** Join the conversation: Email us at alphabitespodcast@gmail.com Fo...2025-03-3135 min
AlphaBitesEP18: Evolving AI with Chantelle ElbadouiThis episode delves into the rapidly evolving world of AI and its potential to inspire children in their learning journeys. As digital pioneers, today's generation is poised to embrace AI as both a trusted companion and a valuable tool. Chantelle, who has integrated AI into her tutoring services for some time, shares insightful strategies and quick wins to enhance children's learning experiences. Find Chantelle’s website here. Find Chantelle’s on Instagram here. ********************** Join the conversation: Email us at alphabitespodcast@gmail.com Follow Us on Instagram: This is Alpha Bites2025-03-1729 min
AlphaBitesEP 17: Smart phones, social media and digital diets with Dr Kathy WestonEpisode 17 bites into smart phones, social media and our families digital diets! Dr Kathy Weston. In this episode, we sit down with parenting and digital resilience expert Dr. Kathy Weston to explore the challenges and opportunities of raising children in a tech-driven world. From screen time and gaming to smartphones and social media, Dr. Weston shares research-backed advice on how parents can create a healthy digital environment while supporting their child’s well-being. What We Cover in This Episode: 📱 How to navigate screen time without battles 🎮 Why gaming isn’t the enemy & how to approach i...2025-03-0341 min
AlphaBitesEP16: The story behind The Happy Human Project with Charlotte ClarkCharlotte Clark is the founder of The Happy Human Project, which provides emotional wellbeing sessions for schools and nurseries, helping children develop techniques to build resilience, confidence, and emotional regulation. We loved getting to know Charlotte and hearing about her personal journey—growing up as a ‘glass child’ and recognising her own conditions of worth. We took a bite into the incredible work she and her team do to help children understand their emotions. Her honesty and heartfelt reflections highlight the deep compassion she has for children’s wellbeing. Charlotte has created a...2025-02-0338 min
AlphaBitesEP15: Reject the pursuit of normality and find your own 'norm' with Dr Jo CarlileJo Carlile is a Chartered Clinical Psychologist with experience in both the NHS and private sector. She supports individuals who are struggling to function in their daily lives and/or experiencing high levels of distress. Jo is disrupting the culture of mental health by creating an app that provides a platform for everyone to be guided towards their own ‘norm’. In this episode, we took a deep dive into the vast realm of mental health and how we can all support ourselves and our families by understanding our own ‘norms’. We also explo...2025-01-2047 min
AlphaBitesEP14: A Xmas Special with Kate and LucyLucy and Kate reflect on key moments from the pod this year and wanted to wish their audience a Merry Christmas. They share what goes on behind the scenes, the hurdles they’ve overcome, the ‘BITES’ that have impacted them and their audience the most and basically alllllllll the best bits. What a year! This episode is like catching up with two good friends—relatable, hilarious, and full of feel-good vibes. Have a great Christmas and see you all in 2025 for episode 15. ********************** Join the conversa...2024-12-1627 min
AlphaBitesEP13: My Little Zen, creating sustainable communities in Africa with Hayley Holuj and Lewis HallIn this episode we talk to Hayley and Lewis who founded My Little Zen. It’s an inspiring charity with an initiative to generate global change through yoga and technology to support safe houses and orphanages in Kenya and Tanzania. My Little Zen connects communities through yoga, and the funds this generates are used to install internet connectivity in remote parts. This technology enables communities to progress, having access to medical information and educational tools, Hayley and Lewis live in the UAE and we were nourished by their commitment and passion to support these communities. Th...2024-12-0934 min
AlphaBitesEP12 : Transforming the trajectory of young lives with Sam SquireKate met Sam Squire at Ideas Fest back in September - the Glastonbury for businesses. She came across him facilitating a networking session with his curious conversation blocks and cards and was intrigued to find out more. This exciting game and product has enormous power to make change. Sam’s business Inspire to Ignite creates transformative experiences and programmes that engage individuals between the age of 12-24 particularly those at risk of disengagement in education and employment. Our first man on the pod! Enjoy this inspiring conversation. Find Sam's website here. Fol...2024-11-2534 min
AlphaBitesEP11: Is my child highly sensitive? with Jenni HoneybenEpisode 11 bites into highly sensitive children, deep feeling and strong willed children, what this means and how we can support these children. Jenni Honeyben is the most warm and caring parenting coach you would like to meet and we loved her honestly on the chat. We learning more about the 20-30% of children that are highly sensitive and how connection really is out currency as parents. Jenny gives top tips on supporting your child. We discuss various parenting styles and the impact these can have on our children. Find Jenni at Jenni Honeyben - Nurturing C...2024-11-1154 min
AlphaBitesEP10: Part 2 | Does Your Child Play Enough? with Kath PriskCath Prisk is a play guru and one of the nicest people on the planet! There’s nothing Cath doesn’t know about the benefits of being outdoors, and she has been passionately campaigning for the importance of play for many years. This conversation will make you want to throw your child—or yourself—outside in all weathers, find the tallest tree to climb, or catapult yourself across the garden. We dive into the six risks all children should experience for healthy development, discuss what playtime should look like in schools, and were inspired to drop ever...2024-10-2827 min
AlphaBitesEP9: Part 1 | Does Your Child Play Enough? with Kath PriskCath Prisk is a play guru and one of the nicest people on the planet! There’s nothing Cath doesn’t know about the benefits of being outdoors, and she has been passionately campaigning for the importance of play for many years. This conversation will make you want to throw your child—or yourself—outside in all weathers, find the tallest tree to climb, or catapult yourself across the garden. We dive into the six risks all children should experience for healthy development, discuss what playtime should look like in schools, and were inspired to drop ever...2024-10-2125 min
AlphaBitesEP8: Are schools serving our children with what they really need? with Kate WadsworthThis episode bites into whether we can make education happier, less stressful and more relevant for everybody. Kate takes us on her journey from being a teacher to a coach to setting up her thought provoking platform What If Education. Play is covered in spades, we dive into how chidlren are being conditioned out of play, how it promotes risk and intrinsic rewards. Kate’s warmth comes across and there is so much to takeaway from this conversation. Find Kates's website here. Find Kate on Instagram here. **********************...2024-10-0741 min
The Parents Show on Mix 92.6Helping Gen Alpha and Baby Bank HertsOn this week’s Parents’ Show, Jen meets up with Kate Pattison and Lucy Sutton, producers of the AlphaBites podcast series. ... Read more2024-09-2300 min
AlphaBitesEP7: How Can I Support My Child's Anxiety? with Natalie CostaIn this episode, we’re joined by Natalie Costa, founder of Power Thoughts and mutli award-winning coach, who empowers children and parents to break through limiting beliefs and cultivate positive mindsets. We explore her latest training on the Goulding SleepTalk Method, a unique approach to supporting children’s emotional wellbeing. As the new year begins, Natalie offers reassurance that we don’t have to be perfect parents, especially when life pulls us in every direction. Enjoy this inspiring and practical conversation! Join the conversation: Email us at alphabites...2024-09-2340 min
AlphaBitesEP6: What Will Work Look Like For Gen A? with Nicky ElliottThis episode bites into the world of work versus designing a life you want for Generation Alpha with Nicky Elliott, serial entrepreneur, mum of 2 and Women’s business podcast host. Nicky is passionate about how the world of work is changing and how we can mould conversations and vocabulary choices with Gen A to avoid stereotypes. A jam packed and informative episode - you won’t want to miss this one! Don't forget to join the conversation with Nicky on Instagram here. ********************** Join the conversation: Email us at alphabitespodcast@gmail...2024-09-0939 min
AlphaBitesEP5: Is FOMO dictating your parenting? with Suzy ReadingEpisode 5 bites into FOMO and juggling the parenting load with Suzy Reading. Suzy Reading is the author of The Self Care Revolution, chartered psychologist and mum of 2. This episode is pure gold as we discuss the LOAD and parents juggling it all 🤯 Is instagram FOMO dictating our decision making for our families. We also dive into the skill of self-advocacy with Suzy and what it means to have a ‘voice’ something that Suzy is very passionate about. Suzy is full of wisdom and amazing immediately actionable tips for parents. R...2024-07-2938 min
AlphaBitesEP4: Childhood, Time, and the Power of Choice with Diana BlassAlpha Bites first guest episode! This is such a wholesome episode where we chat to Diana Blass - a previous educator and a grandparent with four Gen A Grandchildren. She has a wealth of experience and knowledge including her time spent working in education, safeguarding, anger management and child bereavement. Diana shares her wisdom and thoughts on childhood. Kate and Lucy discuss topics with her such as time, choice, freedoms independence, creative thought and the health and well being benefits of the grandparent - grandchild relationship. Join the conversation: Email us at...2024-07-1534 min
AlphaBitesEP3: Gen A and Covid | Kate and Lucy4 years on from that time when we all locked down, Kate and Lucy mark and remember that time when Lucy’s child cut all her hair off. We’ve come to the conclusion we never want to see Play Doh again! Covid has had a significant impact on everyones lives but needed its own episode due to it being a key historical event for this generation during their childhood. We reflect and look forwards as we discuss where we were when the music stopped and the stranger things that we can remember during the pandemic year...2024-07-0124 min
AlphaBitesEP2: How Genned up are you? | Kate and LucyKate showcases her quizmaster expertise as she tests Lucy’s knowledge on the generations in a bid to get her ‘genned up’. Expect high energy, lots of laughing and reflections of what they identify with as ‘millieniums' as Lucy keeps calling herself! Join the conversation: Email us at alphabitespodcast@gmail.com Follow Us on Instagram: This is Alpha Bites Learn More About Us: Kate: @learnhappy_co Lucy: @embraceddyslexia_co 2024-06-1724 min
AlphaBitesEP1: This is us | Kate and LucyJoin Lucy and Kate as they kick off Series 1 by interviewing each other and discovering what makes each other tick! From Lucy's dreams of presenting Blue Peter to Kate dusting off her Record of Achievement, get ready for a trip down memory lane with a random selection of days gone by. Join the conversation: Email us at alphabitespodcast@gmail.com Follow Us on Instagram: This is Alpha Bites Learn More About Us: Kate: @learnhappy_co Lucy: @embracedyslexia_co 2024-06-0339 min
AlphaBitesEP0: Welcome To Alpha Bites | Kate and LucyCo-hosts Kate and Lucy introduce themselves, tell you why AlphaBites came to exist, what inspired the podcast and share some bites of what characterises this unique generation. A trailer and a taster of what's to come in Series 1. Join the conversation: Email us at alphabitespodcast@gmail.com Follow Us on Instagram: This is Alpha Bites Learn More About Us: Kate: @learnhappy_co Lucy: @embraceddyslexia_co 2024-05-2006 min