Parenting and Personalities
One thing about being a parent – there’s no shortage of personalities to be surrounded by. Our kids, our partners, our family, our friends. They keep us laughing, growing, loving, and crying. If only they understood us. Like the musician Van Morrison once sang “When people understand what I mean, mama said there will be days like this.” Adelaide Australia’s Kate Mason is an author, wife, and mother who has spent her career studying personality and relationships. In this podcast she looks at why relationships work, and why some don't. She also looks at how our personalities impact our relationships and examines what compels our children, husbands, wives and others to behave the way they do. This podcast is designed to help you understand those you love. A half hour listening on your own, will connect you with the ones you care about the most.
Episodes
Ever feel like your relationship is more “meh” than magic?
Kate dives deep into the real, raw, and relatable side of love with clinical psychologists and couple therapists Helen Robertson and Shahn Baker Sorekli.
Kate chats with the duo—who just so happen to be partners in both business and life—about the myths of the perfect relationship, what happens after the honeymoon phase fades, and why kindness beats grand gestures every tim...
Ever asked yourself, “Why do I really drink?”
Kate sits down with award-winning podcaster and author Victoria Vanstone for a no-holds-barred conversation about her 25-year journey with alcohol, identity, anxiety, and ultimately, sobriety.
From teenage mischief to mummy wine culture, Victoria unpacks the emotional roots of her drinking, the societal pressures that glamorize alcohol, and the transformation that came with finally lett...
Ever felt like you're just winging it through motherhood?
Kate chats with Victoria Vanstone, the mom of three and author of Mumming: A Year of Trying and Failing to Be a Better Parent.
They dive into the chaotic and imperfect journey of motherhood, the pressures of parenting in the age of Pinterest-perfect moms, and the relatable struggles of feeling like a failure.
Victoria shares her experience with sobriety, how it reshaped ...
What if rock bottom was actually the start of something incredible?
Kate Mason sits down with Justina Tomkinson—a fierce, resilient single mum who turned hardship into an unlikely recipe for raising kind, capable, and fiercely independent kids.
From losing her home and marriage to rebuilding a life with nothing but grit and determination, Justina shares how she raised three thriving children through emotional, financial, and person...
Ever wonder why certain behaviors of your child can trigger an emotional response that feels more about you than them?
Family therapist Lisa Taylor joins Kate Mason to discuss how unresolved childhood experiences shape our responses to parenting.
They explore the impact of the "child within" on how we react to our own children’s big emotions and provide practical tips to better understand ourselves in the heat of parenting...
Renovating a home isn't just about knocking down walls and picking out paint colours—it’s a crash course in personality dynamics!
Kate Mason takes us inside her family’s renovation adventures, where each temperament plays a unique role in the chaos and creativity of home improvements.
From her own spontaneous enthusiasm as a Sanguine to her husband Paul’s take-charge Choleric energy, and her children’s mix of meticulous Melanc...
Ever feel like every conversation with a certain someone turns into a debate? Or wonder how to navigate the tricky shift from parenting young kids to respecting your adult child’s independence?
Kate Mason dives into two major family dynamics: the clash between thinkers and feelers in communication and the importance of setting boundaries when kids grow up and move out.
She explores why thinkers crave logic and facts while feelers p...
Is Dieting a Waste of Time?
Kate Mason welcomes back Dr. Nick Fuller from the Charles Perkins Centre at the University of Sydney to debunk diet myths and explore a smarter, science-backed approach to weight loss.
Instead of restrictive diets that ultimately backfire, Dr. Fuller introduces his Interval Weight Loss method—a structured yet flexible program that works with your body’s natural rhythms, rather than against them.
He shares...
Have you ever felt like diets just don’t work—no matter how hard you try? You’re not alone.
Kate Mason welcomes back Dr. Nick Fuller from the University of Sydney’s Charles Perkins Centre to discuss why dieting often fails us and how our biology is actually working against rapid weight loss.
Dr. Fuller shares groundbreaking insights on why restrictive diets lead to long-term weight gain, how our bodies protect a "set point"...
Have you ever hesitated to ask, “Are you okay?” because you weren’t sure how to handle the answer?
Kate Mason sits down with mediator and conflict resolution expert Kate Russell to explore emotional intelligence, the complexities of meaningful check-ins, and how to support someone who might be struggling.
They discuss whether emotional intelligence is innate or learned, the challenges of Australia’s Are You Okay? Day, and practical ...
Do you truly understand how the people in your life feel loved and supported?
In this special Valentine's Day episode of Parenting and Personalities, Kate looks at the history of the holiday, its commercial rise, and most importantly, the everyday relationships that shape our lives.
Beyond chocolates and roses, how do we communicate with our loved ones? What role does personality play in how we listen? And how do your innate...
Is Laughter the Secret to a Happier, Healthier Life?
Kate Mason welcomes motivational speaker, mindfulness coach, and laughter yoga practitioner Annie Harvey to explore the surprising power of laughter.
They dive into the science behind why laughter—real or fake—can reduce stress, boost emotional resilience, and even help process grief.
Annie shares her personal journey of using mindfulness and laughter t...
Conflict isn't just chaos; it's a catalyst for growth.
Kate explores the art of conflict resolution with expert Kate Russell, peeling back the layers of why conflict scares us and how it can actually forge stronger connections. They explore the roots of conflict in personal experiences, the critical role of empathy, and the transformative power of reframing confrontations as opportunities.
Russell, with years o...
What’s the secret to making the back-to-school transition smooth and stress-free for your child and yourself?
Kate Mason is joined by Dr. Victoria Waller, an educator and expert in learning differences with over 40 years of experience.
Together, they share creative strategies for keeping kids engaged during school holidays (without screens!), easing back-to-school anxiety, and creating positive routines weeks in...
Food additives have an enormous impact on us. Preservatives, and colourings affect our health and behaviour.
In this episode Kate shares her personal experience of eliminating these from her family's diet and seeing immediate improvements in their health. Guests Tracey Fry and Joanne Ling, creators of Additive Free Lifestyle, also share their experiences and discuss the importance of understanding what is in our food. They high...
Hey that's mine.
I saw it first.
Too bad. Finders’ keepers. Losers’ weepers.
No need to even ask if this sounds familiar. It does. But there are ways to manage sibling rivalries. Actually understanding your children’s personality types and preferences can go a long way to keeping the peace.
Guest: Sandra Etherington
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Read Sandra’s article "Navigating Sibling Conflict&qu...
When traveling do you prefer to be highly organized and structured? Loose and available for what catches your whim? Or somewhere in between.
It’s all good when it’s just you traveling. It gets complicated when you have traveling companions, particularly if they don’t share your preferences.
Guest: Stephanie Noon
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Struggling to balance screen time, play, and family wellness? You’re not alone!
Kate chats with Dr. Nick Fuller about his research-backed lifestyle plan to create healthier families.
They look at the final two steps of Nick’s program: embracing daily play and tackling screen time to promote better sleep, movement, and overall health.
Listen For:
05:13 – Why unstructured play is vital for kids and adults alike
12:53 – Role modeling...
Is your Christmas full of festive chaos, quiet introspection, or heartfelt traditions?
Kate explores how our MBTI personality types shape the way we celebrate the holidays.
From extroverted party planners to introverted peace-seekers, and from intuitive gift givers to sensing traditionalists, Kate offers thoughtful advice to create balance and joy for everyone.
Featuring heartwarming stories of Christmas traditions from special gue...
How can families truly transform their eating habits for the better?
Dr Nick Fuller, a leading expert on obesity and the bestselling author of Healthy Parents, Healthy Kids, explores practical, science-backed strategies for overcoming food fussiness, breaking the yo-yo dieting cycle, and creating healthier mealtime habits.
Whether you’re a parent, grandparent, or someone passionate about nutrition, this episode offers actionable ti...
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