This was the last unpublished podcast for 2022 reflecting on how we might deal with the long journey of parenting. Like others, over the past twenty years, I have had to find my way over and my journey is not finished.  I sometimes have felt crushed, in this space, but share some things that might help us to cope a little more on our pathways. This parenting experience  is not a short distance journey. It's like a car ride where the kids keep asking "are we there yet"!  We can't abandon the car really although we might want to. We're trapped  on the road as we practice parenting for the long haul.  

Christmas season 2022 can be the lonely for so many reasons. Parents, or anyone alone at this time can seem hopeless.  Is that  true?  What might we learn from loneliness? How might we share what's really important?  May we find joy in  the simple things and gain hope for our tomorrows. Blessed Holidays All! 

A "nitty gritty" final part of our discussion on the topic.  Do more Black teachers need to apply to teach in these places? Shouldn't different cultures be in these spaces to show the world is a wider place? Is it all about networking rather than education?  Listen as each guest leaves a word of wisdom/advice or encouragement for us all.

I am joined in this discussion by teachers, support staff, parents and a student talking about a  Black experience in Independent/Private Schools.  Why did we send our children to boarding schools? Is  it the right thing to do? Are independent/private schools better environments for our children? Listen as we talk about pros, cons, racism and much more.  

Parenting is a juggling 'act' for many of us. We often hide our struggles, but parents are speaking more about the impact of this topic, on them and their children, triggering this episode. I am sharing a few examples and five sources where help can be found in the UK.  Listen and share for the betterment of our parenting communities as together we can be stronger.
Organisations mentioned;  (CAB) www.citizensadvice.org.uk, Shelter  www.shelter.org.uk, Christians against poverty CAP www.capuk.org   Turn2US www.turn2us.org.uk, Trussel Trust  www.trusseltrust.org , Community Fridges Network www.hubbub.org.uk/the-community-fridge. 

Contacts: (E) [email protected] Instagram @bevparenttalk

The controversial use of the N word by a white pupil, at my friends school, triggered a conversation between 2 black mothers. Why is it when our kids are the victims we can find ourselves being called the 'bully'? This and much more in this episode. 

Akala addressing the N word you tube clip I hold no copyright to this clip and share for reference of how he addressed the question.  https://youtu.be/D_U8XLDFZnY

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This podcast is part 2 of 2 and focuses on student finance, student bank accounts and eight tips I found useful when supporting my eldest through her three years of studying at Uni. Now my youngest is off to university. So here we go again. Some wisdom or interference depending on your point of view. 

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This podcast is part 1 of 2. This one focuses on degree and accommodation choices. A parents involvement hopefully sharing    some wisdom or interference depending on your point of view. 

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What does Google 'say' about abandonment? How might this show up in our lives and in our parenting? 
Tongue in cheek maybe,  but how many of us turn to Google to search for answers? 

A dad: Elliotte, shares how domestic violence impacted his early life and how he is trying to heal for his own mental well being and his family's sake.
CALL 01823 334244 Confidential helpline for male victims of domestic abuse and domestic violence
https://www.mankind.org.uk;
https://www.mensharelisteninggroup.co.uk for 18+
Childline: 0800 1111
Interview with Teddy link https://open.spotify.com/episode/2Wsln9yWJAt1ES9DU3P5GH?si=I7E5lsAOQd-Oy84OLl5J_A&utm_source=whatsapp