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The Building Resilient Kids Podcast

Building Resilient Kids

Kids & Family

Education

Frequency: 1 episode/13d. Total Eps: 12

Tim Curtis spent his first career in the elite SAS, but somehow, parenting remains his toughest mission yet. A self-confessed “average father” and not an expert in much related to kids, he’s on a quest to answer a question that parents, teachers, coaches, and pretty much every adult has asked him: ”How do we build resilience in kids?” From the bestselling co-author of The Resilience Shield and co-host of The Unforgiving60, this podcast dives into the science and stories behind resilience—minus the fluff. Tim brings in world-class experts, unpacks practical tools, and shares real-life insights to help the whole village (that’s you!) raise kids who can handle life’s curveballs. If you’ve ever wondered how to help your kids bounce back, stress less, and grow into kind, confident young adults—without the usual parenting clichés—this is the podcast for you. Buckle up, it’s time to Build Resilient Kids!

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🇨🇦 Canada - parenting
20/11/2025
#77
🇩🇪 Germany - parenting
11/08/2025
#94
🇩🇪 Germany - parenting
10/08/2025
#65

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https://resilienceshield.com/kids
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https://resilienceshield.com/
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https://kindredthriving.com/
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Rachel Vickery- Former International Gymnast, and High-Performance Consultant

Episode 6

Friday, August 1, 2025 • Duration 58:54

Episode Sub-title: “How our kids can perform better from the Beam to the Boardroom"

In this episode of the Building Resilient Kids podcast, Tim Curtis speaks with Rachel Vickery, former international gymnast turned high-performance consultant to elite athletes, special forces units, and corporate leaders across the globe.

Rachel brings her deep experience from gymnastics and years working behind the scenes with Olympic teams, the NBA, Premier League, World Rugby, and even Australia’s special operations, to share insights into how we can raise emotionally and physiologically resilient kids.

This is a deep dive into the mechanics of pressure, breath, mindset, and how adults, whether parents, educators, or coaches, can build safe, supportive environments for kids to thrive in.

Key Themes & Takeaways:

The critical role of breath mechanics in identifying and managing stress in children
How stress manifests differently in boys vs girls, and how to spot the signs of overload
Why nasal breathing, posture, and even mouth shape matter for long-term health and performance
The downside of early sports specialisation—and the upside of “white space” and unstructured time
Coaching under pressure: how language, cues, and framing can build (or break) resilience
The physiology of fear and how to reframe high-stakes moments with kids
What elite athletes and elite kids have in common: identity, allostatic load, and emotional regulation
The magic of teaching children curiosity over outcome—and how that shift boosts both confidence and performance

Learn more at: resilienceshield.com/kids

Resources & Further Reading

Rachel Vickery Official Website: https://rachelvickery.com Rachel’s work in breathing, pressure performance, and resilience consulting.
The Unforgiving60 Podcast: Rachel Vickery” Where Rachel first joined Ben and Tim to explore high-performance and personal evolution.
“Growing Up in Lycra” – Seminar Series. An exploration of the physiological and emotional challenges of early elite sport environments (referenced in the podcast).
Breath Mechanics Resources:
- Buteyko Institute – Education on functional breathing techniques
- James Nestor – “Breath” – Bestselling book on the science of breathing
Understanding Allostatic Load
- Harvard Health: The toll of chronic stress
- ScienceDirect: Allostatic load and stress physiology
Youth Sport & Long-Term Development Models
- Australian Sports Commission – Physical Literacy Framework
- NSCA Long-Term Athletic Development Position Statement

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Molly Benjamin- Money Smart Kids: Building Financial Resilience from Pocket Money to Property

Season 1 · Episode 12

Thursday, November 13, 2025 • Duration 51:25

From piggy banks to pay gaps, Molly Benjamin shares practical ways to raise financially confident kids in a cashless, complex world.

Molly Benjamin is on a mission to make financial literacy accessible, practical, and empowering—especially for women and now, kids. After transforming her own “hot financial mess” into a thriving movement that’s educated 70,000+ Australian women, Molly is bringing the conversation to the next generation. As a spokesperson for Spriggy, she has deep insights into how kids earn, save, spend, and give—and how parents can raise resilient, financially confident children who are ready to thrive.

In This Episode Money Mindset Starts Young

Molly explains how kids form their attitudes toward money by age seven—and how adult behaviours code that mindset. She shares why normalising conversations around spending, saving, and giving early matters, especially in a cashless society.

“It’s not just what we say, it’s what we do around money. Kids are watching.”

The Three Piggy Bank Rule

Molly outlines her favourite financial framework for children—Spend, Save, Share—and explains how to use tools like Spriggy or Monopoly money to reinforce tangible learning about financial priorities and delayed gratification.

Girls Out-Earning Boys?

The FY25 Spriggy Kids Economy Report reveals that girls are earning $1.03 for every $1.00 boys earn—flipping the adult gender pay gap. What can this tell us about confidence, motivation, and resilience in young people?

Money Mistakes Parents Make

From over-rewarding chores to avoiding money conversations, Molly highlights the unconscious habits that may undermine a child’s financial resilience.

“Money shouldn't be a taboo or secret. If they don’t learn it from us, they’re learning it somewhere else.”

Financial Stress & The Future

With house prices now 8–14 times the average wage, Molly discusses how we can prepare our kids for lifelong affordability pressures—through saving, investing, and open dialogue.

Practical Tools to Build Confidence Takeaways Resources Mentioned

Dr Louise Mansell – Clinical Psychologist, Innovator, Mum of Two Boys (and a Teddy Bear)

Season 1 · Episode 11

Thursday, October 30, 2025 • Duration 58:33

Episode Subtitle: “Emotions, TED Talks & Teddies: Louise Mansell’s Mission to Build Brave Kids”

In this episode of Building Resilient Kids, host Tim Curtis is joined by Dr Louise Mansell, a clinical psychologist and founder of Tedology. Originally from the UK and now based in Perth, Louise brings a wealth of experience working with vulnerable children in care systems and mainstream settings.

Louise shares insights into her personal upbringing, how her mother’s anxiety shaped her sense of responsibility and empathy, and what inspired her journey into psychology. She discusses the need for a whole-system approach to child development, the importance of working with schools and families, and how trauma-informed, compassionate care can change the course of a young life.

The heart of the episode is Louise’s innovative creation: TED (Teddy for Emotional Development) – a science-based, sensory teddy bear that helps children regulate emotions, build resilience, and develop emotional literacy through play. From weighted limbs and textured paws to guided voice prompts based on proven psychological tools like CBT and DDP, TED is a cuddly co-regulator for kids.

Louise reflects on parenting, teaching, and the daily challenge of applying psychology at home, candidly admitting her own occasional “screen bans” as a mother. Her honesty and evidence-based practice make this a must-listen for educators, parents, and anyone committed to raising emotionally resilient kids.

Highlights

Louise’s early family life and how helping her mum manage anxiety set the foundations for her career
Her work in the UK’s social enterprise sector, supporting children in the care system
The biopsychosocial ecological model simplified for everyday parenting and teaching
The development of TED: a sensory, talking teddy designed to build emotional skills and resilience
Why kids need to feel seen, heard, and held in mind—and how a teddy bear can help

Anne- Marie (Curtis) Hicks – Fundraising Professional and Mum of 3, Parenting Children with Sotos Syndrome and Down Syndrome

Season 1 · Episode 10

Sunday, October 26, 2025 • Duration 51:49

Joy, Diagnosis and the Village: Annie Hicks on Building Resilience in Kids with Disabilities

In this deeply personal episode of Building Resilient Kids, host Tim Curtis speaks with his amazing cousin, Annie Hicks—a dedicated mother of three and a fundraising professional in the education sector—about what it means to raise resilient children, including two living with disabilities: Calvin (Sotos Syndrome and ADHD) and Lily (Down Syndrome).

Annie opens up about the surprises and challenges of receiving a diagnosis, the evolving needs of her children, and how she and her husband Michael have navigated parenthood with intentionality, balance, and love. With candour and warmth, Annie discusses the power of community, the importance of self-care, and the need to be selectively selfish to model resilience for her kids.

From managing emotional regulation through sensory tools, companion animals, and trampoline resets, to redesigning family expectations and slowing down to meet her children where they’re at, Annie offers practical wisdom for parents, carers, and educators alike.

Also in this episode:

The concept of wellbeing hubs and navigators in schools
Parenting withopen communication and emotional availability
The transformative role ofcanine and equine therapy
Her superhero alter ego,‘Modulux’, imagined with the help of ChatGPT
Insights from the blended family experience with Layla, her stepdaughter
The critical role ofpositive self-talk and modelling resilience

Annie’s heartfelt stories and honest reflections will resonate with anyone striving to raise strong, self-aware, and joyful kids; regardless of ability.

Resources & Further Reading:

Annie Hicks on LinkedIn:com/in/anne-marie-hicks-8b55a284
Sotos Syndrome(Medline Plus): https://medlineplus.gov/genetics/condition/sotos-syndrome/

Marty Doolan – NSW Firefighter, Outdoor Educator, Father of 2, Shaping Resilience through Risk and Reflection

Season 1 · Episode 9

Thursday, October 9, 2025 • Duration 57:34

Episode Sub-title: Breathe, Climb, Adapt: Marty Doolan on Nature’s Role in Raising Strong Kids

Episode Show Notes

In this episode of the Building Resilient Kids podcast, host Tim Curtis speaks with Marty Doolan — a NSW Fire and Rescue firefighter, outdoor educator, father of two, and lifelong adventurer.

Marty shares reflections from years spent guiding young people in the wild and responding to emergencies on the front line. His insights draw from two high-stakes domains — firefighting and outdoor education — and reveal what these worlds can teach us about how kids build emotional strength, courage, and problem-solving skills.

This is a wide-ranging conversation on nature, parenting, discomfort, and self-regulation — with practical wisdom for parents, teachers, and coaches helping kids find their inner footing.

Key Themes and Takeaways

Growing up in the bush and how early immersion in nature shaped Marty’s identity and career
Why outdoor education is less about physical strength and more about mindset, courage, and emotion
The link between perceived risk, real growth, and meaningful challenge in controlled environments
What firefighting taught Marty about pressure, calmness, and presence under stress
Regulating emotions through breath, routine, and team support
How parents can let kids struggle safely without rescuing them too quickly
The importance of modelling vulnerability, reflection, and honest emotion
Peer influence in outdoor programs: how leadership, encouragement, and language shape group dynamics
Making space for curiosity, play, and growth without expectation or pressure

More About Marty

Marty Doolan is a full-time firefighter with NSW Fire and Rescue, and a part-time outdoor educator. He spent years guiding in the Blue Mountains and taught outdoor leadership to young adults before transitioning into emergency services. Now a father of two young children, Marty continues to apply his knowledge of risk, resilience, and human performance to both professional and family life. He brings an open, self-aware, and experience-driven perspective to the conversation around how kids grow stronger through challenge.

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