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Conversations with Kristi

by Kristi McVee

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Ep 76 The Parenting Paradox with Dr. Jenny Brown

October 14, 2026 · 50 min

In this episode of Conversations with Kristi, Kristi sits down with Dr. Jenny Brown, a family therapist and researcher with over 35 years of experience in children’s mental health. Dr. Jenny is the founder of the Parent HOPE Project and…
Ep 75 Friendship, Sleepovers & Scaffolding Safety with Michelle Mitchell

October 11, 2026 · 1 hr 4 min

In this powerful return to Conversations with Kristi, Kristi sits down with parenting author and speaker Michelle Mitchell to explore one of the most important parts of growing up: friendship. Together, Kristi and Michelle unpack the…
Ep 74 Your Kids Aren't Fine. They're Waiting Until You Are with Melanie Enders

September 30, 2026 · 55 min

In this episode of Conversations with Kristi, Kristi sits down with psychotherapist and family constellations facilitator Melanie Enders to tackle one of the most common yet undersupported family structures: the blended family. Drawing…
Ep 73 Secret or Surprise - and Why That Difference Could Save Your Child with Deb McPhedran

September 16, 2026 · 38 min

In this episode of Conversations with Kristi, Kristi sits down with Deb McPhedran, a mother, grandmother, and survivor turned advocate. Deb shares the deeply personal and moving story of how her family’s life was upended five years ago…
Ep 72 The System Isn't Broken. It Was Built This Way with Andrew Carpenter

September 2, 2026 · 52 min

In this episode of Conversations with Kristi, Kristi sits down with Andrew Carpenter, a South Australian solicitor who has spent over a decade fighting for victim-survivors of child sexual abuse. Andrew didn’t enter this field through…

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Ep 71 The Courage It Takes to Parent Differently Than You Were Parented with Lael Stone

August 19, 2026 · 1 hr 2 min

In this episode of Conversations with Kristi, Kristi sits down with author, educator, and speaker Lael Stone to explore a powerful and often overlooked truth: the way we parent our children has everything to do with how we were parented…
Ep 70 When Worry Doesn't Go Away: Helping Kids Understand Their Emotions with Dr. Louise Mansell

August 5, 2026 · 48 min

In this episode of Conversations with Kristi, Kristi sits down with clinical psychologist Dr. Louise Mansell to explore a powerful question: Why are we waiting so long to teach children how to understand and manage their emotions? Dr…
Ep 69 Child Safety is about Culture, Not Compliance with Nicole Talarico

July 22, 2026 · 58 min

In this episode of Conversations with Kristi, Kristi sits down with child safety consultant, author, and educator Nicole Talarico to explore what it really takes to create cultures of safety for children - not just policies, but everyday…
Ep 68 Fighters Against Child Abuse with Adam (F.A.C.A.A)

July 8, 2026 · 1 hr 2 min

In this episode of Conversations with Kristi, Kristi sits down with Adam from the Family Advocacy and Child Abuse Alliance to explore one of the most difficult but important topics we face as a society - child abuse prevention, awareness…
EP 67 Why Some Kids Can’t Sit Still (And It’s Not What You Think) with Dr. Christine Payard

June 24, 2026 · 54 min

In this episode of Conversations with Kristi, Kristi sits down with neurodevelopment specialist and educator Dr. Christine Payard to explore something many parents and teachers have never been taught - how early physical development shapes…
Ep 66 Don’t Be an Easy Target with Damian Porter

June 10, 2026 · 57 min

In this episode of Conversations with Kristi, Kristi is joined by Damian Porter, also known as The How Not To Die Guy, for a powerful, practical conversation about situational awareness, self-protection, bravery, and what it really means…
Ep 65 They’re Not Leaving You - They’re Just Doing a Lap with Michelle Mitchell

May 27, 2026 · 50 min

In this episode of Conversations with Kristi, Kristi is joined by Michelle Mitchell, parenting expert, author, and educator, for a practical, encouraging conversation about connection, boundaries, and raising resilient teenagers. With…

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About the show

Welcome to Conversations with Kristi! 🎙️ Hosted by Kristi McVee, this podcast is your go-to resource for keeping parents informed and kids safe in today’s ever-changing world. Each episode, Kristi brings expert insights, real-world advice, and meaningful discussions on topics like child abuse prevention, online safety, child development, parenting tips, and much more. Whether you're navigating the challenges of parenting or simply looking for ways to protect and empower your kids, Conversations with Kristi has you covered. Tune in to stay ahead of the curve and ensure your child's safety and well-being. 👉 Subscribe now for new episodes and stay informed! #ConversationsWithKristi #ParentingTips #KidsSafety #CAPEAU #ParentingAdvice #ChildSafety #KristiMcVee