Episode Sub Title: “Persistence, Parenting & Purpose: Rob Redenbach on Raising Resilient Kids”

In this reflective and moving conversation, host Tim Curtis sits down with keynote speaker, author, and resilience educator Rob Redenbach. Rob shares stories from his rich and diverse background—from martial arts and military security to fatherhood and now grandfatherhood—and how those experiences shaped the way he raised his three children, all now thriving young adults.

With humour, humility and insight, Rob explores what it really means to earn a child’s respect, why persistence is the most powerful parenting tool he knows, and the value of slowing down to savour the “magic” in everyday moments. He also reflects on generational change, lessons from failure, and how even our weaknesses can become gifts to our kids.

• The power of persistence as a foundational tool for building resilience
• Parenting three very different children—tailoring your response to each
• How failure and setback build deeper strength
• Emotional moments and reflections from his daughter’s recent wedding
• The role of reading, exercise and structure in offsetting screen time and distraction
• Grandparenting: showing up slower, softer, and full of love
• The value of attention to detail and why basics matter in resilience
• “If it matters to them, it should matter to you”—Rob’s golden rule for parents
• Encouragement for caregivers to persist, even in uncertainty or doubt

👉 Learn more at: resilienceshield.com/kids

Rob Redenbach has delivered resilience and communication training in more than 20 countries and worked with everyone from corporate leaders to Nelson Mandela’s protection team. With a background that spans martial arts, private security, and law, Rob now mentors others in public speaking and adaptability—and has earned the title “professional student of life.” Find out more about Rob’s work at redenbach.com.

• Rob Redenbach’s Website– Keynotes, workshops, and books
• About Time (Film)– The film Rob references on time, gratitude, and living deliberately
• Resilience Shield Model– The six-layer framework underpinning Rob and Tim’s conversation
• Angela Duckworth’s Grit– Insights on perseverance and passion
• Carol Dweck’s Growth Mindset– Research into how beliefs about ability shape motivation
• Marcus Aurelius Quotes– Stoic wisdom Rob draws on, including “Death stands at your elbow”
• Anterior Mid-Cingulate Cortex– Neuroscience behind persistence and willpower
• Building Resilient Kids Book– Co-written by host Tim Curtis

Episode Sub Title: “The Undercurrent: Steph Pinto’s Superpower for Building Resilient, Emotionally Strong Kids”

In this thoughtful and practical episode, host Tim Curtis speaks with Steph Pinto, emotional intelligence expert, mum of two, and champion for raising emotionally strong and self-aware kids. Steph opens up about her own journey with anxiety, what she’s learned as a parent in a neurodiverse household (ADHD in the mix), and how emotional intelligence can help kids and adults alike manage big feelings, build resilience, and strengthen relationships.

Key themes and takeaways:

• How Steph’s childhood and anxiety experiences shaped her passion for emotional intelligence
• Why emotional self-awareness and regulation are at the heart of resilience
• The power of modelling — what parents do matters more than what they say
• Parenting neurodiverse kids with patience, curiosity, and empathy
• Letting go of “resilience as stoicism” and embracing vulnerability
• Why co-regulation, presence, and small actions (like breathing or EFT tapping) make a difference
• Practical tools: seeing the iceberg beneath behaviours, using “get curious not furious”
• This episode is a powerful reminder that resilience grows through connection, self-compassion, and emotional honesty.

👉 Learn more at: resilienceshield.com/kids

(Even) More About Steph:

Steph Pinto is an emotional intelligence coach, accredited anxiety therapist for kids and teens (Cool Kids program), and an advocate for building emotionally healthy families. She draws from personal experience as a parent of a neurodiverse child, as well as professional expertise in emotional regulation and resilience tools.

Resources:

• Cool Kids Program – Macquarie University— Evidence-based anxiety program for children and teens
• Peter Stapleton – The Science of Tapping— Leading researcher on EFT tapping and its benefits for anxiety, stress, and emotional regulation
• Tapping Solution (general EFT info)— Resource hub on how to get started with EFT
• Raising Children Network – Emotional Intelligence— Trusted Australian parenting resource on building emotional intelligence
• ADDitude Magazine – Parenting ADHD— Articles and tools for parents raising kids with ADHD
• org— A resource for supporting neurodivergent children (ADHD, learning differences)
• The Stoic Parent (Modern Stoicism)— Articles on resilience, authenticity, and emotional strength in parenting

Episode Sub Title: ““STEM Mum, Big Heart: Jaz Diab’s Lessons in Resilience”

In this inspiring and open-hearted episode, host Tim Curtis speaks with Jasmin (Jaz) Diab, nuclear scientist, STEM nerd (self confessed!), and mum of a remarkable five-year-old with achondroplasia, Zoe and little baby boy Remy. Jaz shares her experiences parenting a child with achondroplasia (a form of dwarfism), the lessons she’s learned about resilience, and how curiosity, honesty, and community have helped her navigate challenges.

Key themes and takeaways:

• How Jaz uses curiosity and science to advocate for Zoe and break down barriers
• The importance of building community, both locally and through the short-statured network
• Jaz’s parenting style: honest, open communication and letting go of perfection
• Helping kids develop self-awareness, confidence, and problem-solving skills
• Why self-kindness and reframing have been crucial for Jaz’s own resilience as a parent
• The power of role-modelling language, patience, and co-regulation in tough moments
• This episode shines a light on embracing difference, building strong villages around kids, and supporting them to thrive on their own terms.

👉 Learn more at: resilienceshield.com/kids

(Even) More About Jaz: Jasmin draws upon 22 years of service as an Australian Army engineer officer with a focus on security and safety in high risk environments. Jasmin is a nuclear engineer with an extensive knowledge and experience in the Australian nuclear and national security landscape and loves a good complex challenge

Resources:

Women in Nuclear (WiN) Australia — A network supporting women in nuclear science and technology; Jasmin is likely engaged with groups like this.

Special Operations Engineer Regiment (SOER) — Australian Army’s dedicated combat engineer unit supporting Special Operations Command.

Little People of Australia — National support network for people of short stature and their families.

Growing Stronger: Achondroplasia Resource (Johns Hopkins Medicine) — Detailed medical overview of achondroplasia.

Short Statured People of Australia Facebook Group — Community space (private group; request to join).

Welcome to Holland – by Emily Perl Kingsley — Full text of the poem.