We Don't Have Time For This

Gem’s got the holy grail of hacks (no exaggeration) to help with kid’s resilience. Naturally, this leads us down a completely necessary detour into inspirational song recommendations because apparently we're all one power ballad away from personal growth. Then we tackle a parenting controversy that's been dividing households for generations: bribery. Are rewards ruining our children, or are they the only reason anyone under ten is wearing shoes? No seriously, if we don’t have bribes and rewards, how else do we get shit done?

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G: No noise football
R: Mini Magnetic Tiles Travel Set (aff link)
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Today's caller wants to know when she can drop her kid's swimming lessons and save some money.

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Starting today’s ep with the most important discussion of 2026. What are Australia’s favourite Cadbury chocolate bars? Warning: some results will shock you. More merch has arrived at the pod office and we are frothing!! Gem’s in the extra curricular activity trenches and her weekend is fully booked. Then Iggy’s got a passion and Gem’s trying to be supportive but has not got a f*cking clue. Revz has got questionable advice and tips for the best way to perform sport ball. Take it or (most likely) leave it.
Notspon:
G: Handbag organiser (aff link)
R: Ezra Klein on Armchair Expert
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This week's caller wants to know if she should let her 7yo shave.

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Bella's giving Gem a lesson in pop culture this week. We're talking cringey celeb comebacks, a sneaky marriage, fake freckles and cancelling lolly bags. Bella is bringing all the T and Gem's got notes.
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