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Family Matters

702
Mental Health
Family Dynamics
Parenting
Child Development
Depression
Grief
Communication
Family Relationships
South Africa
Forgiveness
Childhood Trauma
Sibling Rivalry
Empathy
Anxiety
Sibling Relationships
Coping Mechanisms
Friendship
Family Support
Emotional Well-Being
Trauma

A weekly discussion about issues affecting parents and their children. Subjects range from building trust to managing anger. How to deal with anxiety and anger. Required listening for parents wanting to make the most of their parental roles.

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes101Founded7 years ago
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Latest Episodes

Thabo Shole Mashao speaks to Dr Tumi Mashego, Clinical Psychologist on parental favouratism in families and how it impacts the family dynamic. They touch on how this creates resentment between the siblings and the parents.

The Clement Manyathela Sh... more

Clement Manyathela speaks to Kefilwe Mojapelo, a Psychosocial Wellbeing Practitioner about navigating life after the painful experience of losing both parents.

The Clement Manyathela Show is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station... more

Clement Manyathela speaks with Dr Keitumetse Mashego, who is a Clinical Psychologist to understand how financial stress affects the family unit.

The Clement Manyathela Show is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station, weekdays fro... more

Clement Manyathela speaks to Nkateko Ndala-Magoro, a Counselling Psychologist about the importance of open communication in families and what happens when difficult conversations are avoided.

The Clement Manyathela Show is broadcast on 702, a Johan... more

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Dr. Keitumetse Mashego
Clinical psychologist
Episode: Family Matters - How financial stress affects the family unit
Nkateko Ndala-Magoro
Counseling psychologist guiding the discussion
Independent (Counselor)
Episode: Family Matters - The importance of open communication in families
Khanyisa Mnyaka
Life coach guiding the conversation
Self-employed/Life Coach
Episode: Family Matters - Feeling disconnected from where you come from due to trauma and how people can heal from it
Gail Friend
Parent-child relationship coach
Episode: Family Matters: Why you should let your child struggle
Dr. Jeanie Cavé
Clinical psychologist guiding the conversation
Episode: Family Matters: Navigating friendships in times of disagreement
Khanyi Mnyaka
Live coach guiding the conversation
Independent
Episode: Family Matters: Navigating the grief that comes with adult friendships
Nthabiseng Moeketsi
Counseling psychologist guiding the conversation
Independent practitioner referenced as a counseling psychologist
Episode: Family Matters: Pressure that kids put on you reconciling with a partner
Marion Kate
Twin mom and twin parenting coach
Twin parenting coach and mom
Episode: Family Matters: Raising twins and triplets — the real challenges of parenting multiples
Dr. Sath Cooper
Clinical psychologist providing expert commentary on family discrimination
Episode: Family Matters: Forms of discrimination and their effects on families

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Clement
Host of Family Matters

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 6 ratings
  • Very informative & inspiring

    The topics every week are very interesting & always handled in a sensitive way.Lots of food for thought on a variety of topics.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cassiecork
    South Africa6 years ago

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Very informative and inspiring for parents and caregivers.
Provides food for thought on a variety of topics.
Practical, real-life examples make complex issues feel solvable.
Relatable perspectives and expert insights feel trustworthy.
The topics are interesting and handled in a sensitive way.

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#194
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Family Matters - The importance of open communication in families
Q: So what are the signs that your family communication needs improvement?
Signs include emotional withdrawal, fear of expressing needs, and a pattern of invalidating or punitive responses; when conversations lead to silence or resentment rather than understanding, the family likely needs to adjust its communication approach.
Family Matters: The power of self-belief
Q: What can parents do to nurture healthy self-belief in children?
Parents should be self-aware of how they raise their kids, provide unconditional love and support, avoid projecting their own pains, listen to their children, and help them see their strengths while teaching resilience.
Family Matters: The power of self-belief
Q: Can someone have high self-belief in one area and not in another?
Yes, self-belief can be domain-specific; intentionality helps cultivate it across different life areas by separating identity from performance and recognizing when anxiety or external voices are influencing you.
Family Matters: The power of self-belief
Q: How is self-belief different from confidence?
Self-belief is a deeper, inner resilience that carries you through negativity and internal doubt, while confidence is more about belief in specific abilities or outcomes; both can coexist but self-belief remains when external feedback is lacking.
Family Matters: Pressure that kids put on you reconciling with a partner
Q: What are practical steps to explain separation to children without oversharing?
Prepare as a couple, decide who initiates the conversation, present a united front, reassure children that both parents will remain involved, and avoid casting blame; outline practical arrangements like caregiving and visitation clearly to minimize confusion.

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What is Family Matters about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on family dynamics, parenting challenges, and strategies to strengthen relationships at home. Across episodes, listeners get practical guidance on managing emotions, setting boundaries, navigating conflicts, and handling complex issues like grief, estrangement, and parenting multiple children. A strong emphasis on psychology-driven insights from clinicians and experienced coaches helps translate research into actionable tips for work, school, and family life. Noteworthy is the recurring use of real listener stories and culturally contextual discussions, which adds relevance for audiences in South Africa and similar contexts. The format consistently blends expert guidance with relatable scenarios, making it helpful for pare... more

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1. Dr. Keitumetse Mashego
2. Nkateko Ndala-Magoro
3. Khanyisa Mnyaka
4. Gail Friend
5. Dr. Jeanie Cavé
6. Khanyi Mnyaka
7. Nthabiseng Moeketsi
8. Marion Kate

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