Did getting a smack, a belt, or a wooden spoon as a kid teach respect, or has society rightly moved past physical discipline? Fresh research highlights a massive generational divide, with many older Australians defending the tougher upbringings of past decades while modern legal and health frameworks push for total bans.

Brent is joined by clinical psychologist Associate Professor Divna Haslam from the University of Queensland to explore the history of old-school parenting, unpack the "I turned out fine" perspective, and clarify where current Australian law draws the line between discipline and assault.

Did getting a smack, a belt, or a wooden spoon as a kid teach respect, or has society rightly moved past physical discipline? Fresh research highlights a massive generational divide, with many older Australians defending the tougher upbringings of past decades while modern legal and health frameworks push for total bans.
Brent is joined by clinical psychologist Associate Professor Divna Haslam from the University of Queensland to explore the history of old-school parenting, unpack the "I turned out fine" perspective, and clarify where current Australian law draws the line between discipline and assault.

Join Brent Bultitude every weekend for lively chats with industry insiders and special guests! Covering the latest trends and exciting topics, it's your go-to for fresh insights and fun conversations.

Tune in for your weekend fix of thought-provoking conversation!

Join&nbsp;Brent Bultitude&nbsp;every weekend for lively chats with industry insiders and special guests! Covering the latest trends and exciting topics, it's your go-to for fresh insights and fun conversations.
Tune in for your weekend fix of thought-provoking conversation!

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Brent&rsquo;s Business background and personality are fundamental to asking the right people the right questions with interviews, the latest news, quizzes, music and your calls on 13 12 69. Plus Brent interviews many more people that are going to tell us what&rsquo;s going from stories in the news to the things you care about.