Understanding Gender and Sexuality Challenges For Our Grandkids Part 2

In this episode, we chat about the cultural and societal influences affecting younger generations, emphasizing the need for patience and understanding as grandchildren explore their identities. Ian shares wisdom on the significance of listening, asking questions, and being a consistent presence in …

Understanding Gender and Sexuality Challenges For Our Grandkids Part 1

The complexities of a grandchild revealing same-sex attraction are explored, an increasingly relevant issue many grandparents face today. This week we delve into themes of understanding, communication, and faith, providing grandparents with a roadmap for addressing modern challenges while holding o…

Father & Son: The Truth About Grandparenting - Ian and James Barnett

Welcome to a special father and son edition of Grandparenthood, as Ian and Ben are joined by James Barnett. They discuss dynamics between grandparents and both the generations that follow, providing inspiring insights into nurturing family relationships. The episode also touches on themes of person…

New Years Resilience

As the year draws to a close, the conversation centers around utilizing the New Year as an opportunity to cultivate strength and adaptability in young ones. This episode not only delves into personal anecdotes but also embraces biblical principles, weaving them into the foundational skills needed f…

Christmas with the Grandkids

In this festive episode of "Grandparenthood," Ben and Ian chat about the pivotal role of grandparents during Christmas. This episode dives into the seasonal joys and challenges that grandparents encounter during the holiday period, filled with warmth, generosity and not taking Christ out of Christm…

Should I Make A Tech-Free Sanctuary?

Ben and Ian explore the core question: should grandparents' homes be tech-free zones to provide a sanctuary from today's digital world? With a nuanced understanding of the role technology plays in modern family life, they share practical strategies for implementing tech-free environments during gra…

Finding Joy In Hobbies

In this episode we delve into the pressures that affect the pursuit of hobbies during different life stages, looking at common obstacles such as family responsibilities and financial burdens. Ian reminisces about his affection for motorbikes and the influence of familial pressures on hobby pursuits…

Marriage Counselling & Navigating New Seasons Together

Marriage counseling remains crucial even for older couples, as life involves various seasons requiring adaptation and learning. This episode delves into resources available for grandparents, including relationship counseling programs by Anglicare and insightful works by authors like Gary Chapman. T…

Grandparenting In The Workforce & The Next Season with Gayle Hardiman

Gayle Hardiman has been a dedicated account manager in the sponsorship sales team at Hope Media, a Christian community radio station in Sydney, serving faithfully for over 22 years. With a keen focus on spirituality and community involvement, Gayle is on the brink of entering a new season of her li…

Spiritual Growth... At My Age?

This week we delve into the significance of sustaining a vibrant spiritual life, especially for grandparents, Ian conveys compelling parallels between physical and spiritual well-being, emphasizing the perpetual journey of faith. This episode offers listeners an insightful exploration of maintainin…