Those 6 Tweens

Planet Puberty: Periods, bras and body talk with high schoolers

In this episode, we’re keeping it real with Kaylah and Jenny, two Year 8 students from Monterey Secondary College, as we dive into the ups and downs of puberty. From buying your first bra to dealing with periods, pimples, and being confident in yourself — we yap about it all. This episode is for you if you’ve ever wondered what high schoolers have to say about puberty as our guests share their honest experiences and helpful tips in this uplifting chat.  Tune in to feel seen, informed and a little more confident as you go through the changes of growing up. Because you’re definitely not alone. This podcast was led by and aims to highlight Frankston children’s voices. It was developed in partnership with Kananook Primary School and Communities for Children Frankston, a program of Anglicare Victoria funded by the Commonwealth Department of Social Services. If listening to the podcast brought up anything for you, you can call Kids Help line on 1800 55 1800 The Podcast was recorded on the land of the Bunurong people. We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and live, and recognise their continuing connection to land, water, and community. We pay respect to Elders past, present and future. The views discussed in the podcast don’t necessarily reflect those of Communities for Children Frankston and Anglicare Victoria.  See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Puberty Unpacked: What other young people really think (with grade 6’s)

Let’s talk puberty — without the awkward! In this episode, we sit down with Lani and Annia, two bubbly grade 6 students from our school, to chat about all the weird, wonderful, and totally normal parts of growing up. From periods and bras to big emotions and body changes, nothing is off-limits. We laugh, share stories, and give real advice for anyone feeling a bit unsure about puberty. We hope you’ll walk away feeling less embarrassed, more confident, and maybe even ready to help a friend through it too. Because guess what? Everyone goes through it —and you’re not alone! This podcast was led by and aims to highlight Frankston children’s voices. It was developed in partnership with Kananook Primary School and Communities for Children Frankston, a program of Anglicare Victoria funded by the Commonwealth Department of Social Services. If listening to the podcast brought up anything for you, you can call Kids Help line on 1800 55 1800 The Podcast was recorded on the land of the Bunurong people. We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and live, and recognise their continuing connection to land, water, and community. We pay respect to Elders past, present and future. The views discussed in the podcast don’t necessarily reflect those of Communities for Children Frankston and Anglicare Victoria.  See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

The Best Resilience Tips You’ve Ever Heard! With our sporting legend mystery guests

In this episode, we’re talking about disappointment, resilience, and confidence with two inspiring guests: Brad Sykes, former Frankston Football Club player and founder of Brad Sykes Sport, where he helps athletes grow stronger mentally and Taela Sykes, a sports mindset coach and 7-time karate champion who represented Australia! We chat about: What it’s like to compete at a high level in sport Times they’ve faced disappointment and how they got through it Tips for bouncing back from tough moments How to build resilience and confidence, even when things don’t go your way Whether you’ve missed out on something you really wanted or just had a rough day, this episode will help you feel stronger and more ready to face challenges. Check out Brad Sykes Sport at https://bssports.com.au/ [https://bssports.com.au/]  This podcast was led by and aims to highlight Frankston children’s voices. It was developed in partnership with Kananook Primary School and Communities for Children Frankston, a program of Anglicare Victoria funded by the Commonwealth Department of Social Services. If listening to the podcast brought up anything for you, you can call Kids Help line on 1800 55 1800 The Podcast was recorded on the land of the Bunurong people. We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and live, and recognise their continuing connection to land, water, and community. We pay respect to Elders past, present and future. The views discussed in the podcast don’t necessarily reflect those of Communities for Children Frankston and Anglicare Victoria.  See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Healthy Gaming: All the best tips to have fun and stay safe online

In this episode, we’re diving into the world of gaming with special guest Rob Dovey — a passionate gamer who now works at Anglicare helping people with addiction. Rob has trained others in tech and gaming safety and knows all about how to enjoy gaming in a healthy way. The chat is full of surprising gaming facts and tips for healthy gaming as well as all the things to look out for to stay safe.  Whether you're a casual player or a serious gamer, this episode will help you level up your safety skills and keep gaming fun. This podcast was led by and aims to highlight Frankston children’s voices. It was developed in partnership with Kananook Primary School and Communities for Children Frankston, a program of Anglicare Victoria funded by the Commonwealth Department of Social Services. If listening to the podcast brought up anything for you, you can call Kids Help line on 1800 55 1800 The Podcast was recorded on the land of the Bunurong people. We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and live, and recognise their continuing connection to land, water, and community. We pay respect to Elders past, present and future. The views discussed in the podcast don’t necessarily reflect those of Communities for Children Frankston and Anglicare Victoria. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

You, Me & Messy Friendships: Chat with our Grade 6 Friends

Today we have a quick yap about friendship ups and downs with two awesome grade 6 students from Kananook Primary School — Evie and Bella! They share their stories and thoughts on making friends, handling tough friendship situations, and being confident.  Listen in to feel a little less alone and get some helpful ideas for your own friendships. This podcast was led by and aims to highlight Frankston children’s voices. It was developed in partnership with Kananook Primary School and Communities for Children Frankston, a program of Anglicare Victoria funded by the Commonwealth Department of Social Services. If listening to the podcast brought up anything for you, you can call Kids Help line on 1800 55 1800 The Podcast was recorded on the land of the Bunurong people. We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and live, and recognise their continuing connection to land, water, and community. We pay respect to Elders past, present and future. The views discussed in the podcast don’t necessarily reflect those of Communities for Children Frankston and Anglicare Victoria.  See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.