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Wiggle Talk - A Podcast For Parents

The Wiggles & iHeart Australia
Parenting
The Wiggles
Child Development
Fatherhood
Wiggles
Family Dynamics
Toddler Development
Resilience
Tantrums
Parenting Strategies
Parenting Challenges
Self-Care
Country Music
Children's Music
Christmas
Emotional Regulation
Child Psychology
Music Education
Emotional Intelligence
Routines

Wiggle Talk lifts the curtain on The Wiggles you know and love. Every week, get an insight into the lives of Simon and Lachy as not only Wiggles, but parents, as they navigate issues you’re probably going through with your toddlers right now.

Plus, each episode listeners, and famous friends, will have the opportunity to ask founding Wiggles member and expert dad Anthony Field questions about thei... more

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Latest Episodes

Your toddler doesn’t want to play with the furniture - they want to conquer it.

In this Dear Wiggles episode, Simon is joined by John and Caterina, who are both right in the thick of toddler life, to talk about the climbing stage: why toddlers sudd... more

The Wiggles are back from their UK tour, and Simon and Lachy are still very much in recovery mode.

In this episode, they catch up on life after the road - the jet lag, the family reunions, the kids on tour, the ones who stayed home, the moments tha... more

As The Wiggles prepare to head overseas on tour, Big Strong John (Pearce) and his wife Jess are getting ready to do it all with one-year-old Henry in tow. Simon and Lachy chat to them about what goes into preparing for a big trip with a little one, a... more

What kind of dad are Simon and Lachy when the skivvies come off? A little bit soft, a little bit strict, occasionally full Tom Cruise crawling through homemade booby traps… and not nearly as organised as they’d probably like to be. In this Dear Wiggl... more

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Recent Guests

Rod Balding
CEO of Standards Australia
Standards Australia
Episode: What Every Parent Should Know About Toy Safety
Sarah Hunstead
Founding director of CPR Kids
CPR Kids
Episode: What Every Parent Should Know About Toy Safety
Andy Griffiths
Children's author, Australian Children's Laureate 2026-2027
Australian children's literature
Episode: The Secret to Getting Kids Hooked on Books, with Andy Griffiths
Celia Babelia
Listener who submitted the Dear Wiggles question
Episode: Dear Wiggles: When Your Child Starts Calling You By Your First Name
Jessica Braithwaite
Nine News Weather Presenter in Adelaide
Nine News
Episode: What Rainy Days Can Teach Kids
Anthony Field
Founding Wiggle member, expert dad
The Wiggles
Episode: Dear Wiggles: Anthony’s Golden Tooth Explained
Jessie Stephens
Writer, author, and voice behind Mamamia Out Loud; expecting mother of twins
Mamamia
Episode: Raising Twins When You’re a Twin - Jessie Stephens
Philip Quast
Iconic Australian actor and voice associated with Play School, celebrated music theatre performer.
Play School
Episode: What Play School Taught Us About Parenting
Noni Hazlehurst
Beloved screen and stage actress with a long history in children's television.
Play School
Episode: What Play School Taught Us About Parenting

Hosts

Simon Pryce
Hosts the podcast and is known as The Red Wiggle. He shares personal parenting experiences and engages with various child-related topics.
Lachy Gillespie
Hosts the podcast and is known as The Purple Wiggle. He provides insights on parenting challenges while sharing humor and personal anecdotes.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 409 ratings
  • Love

    Such a good combo of humans to do a podcast together. Both so calm, empathetic, and considerate. Amazing episodes informative and interesting content.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Miabombiax
    Australia2 months ago
  • ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

    dear wiggles did you change the lyrics on purpose

    it sounds like red

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Spot the diff I❤️u slay
    Australia3 months ago
  • ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

    I am a kid listener and I am 10 I grew up with you too Anthony and Emma and I love Evie peace out bye

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Spot the diff I❤️u slay
    Australia5 months ago
  • Comfort Podcast

    This is my favorite podcast! Our family has loved every iteration of The Wiggles, but my kids are a little past that point now. I, however, am not! 😂 Simon and Lachy have a great rapport and they are funny! Wonderful guests as well. Thanks for making an awesome podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Keen716
    United States6 months ago
  • Something for me

    The Wiggles are fun and wholesome for my toddler and now something especially for me as a parent. Purple Wiggle Lachy and 6.4ft tall Red Wiggle Simon delves into some meaningful topics that parents of all ages can benefit from. I look forward to it every week and 100% recommend!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KaylieBanu
    United Kingdom8 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the blend of humor and honesty shared by the hosts, making discussions relatable and enjoyable.
There are strong positive sentiments regarding guest experts, with many finding their advice practical and insightful.
Some feedback includes constructive criticism, particularly about certain guests whose advice may not align with evidence-based practices.
Many find the topics discussed helpful and relevant to their own parenting experiences.

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Talking Points

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What Every Parent Should Know About Toy Safety
Q: What is the recommended approach to avoid hazards before buying toys online or in stores?
Vet toys before bringing them into the home, check that battery compartments are child-resistant and tamper-proof, ensure age appropriateness, and verify compliance with mandatory safety standards to minimize risk from small parts or batteries.
What Every Parent Should Know About Toy Safety
Q: What steps should you take if a button battery is suspected to have been swallowed?
If there is breathing difficulty or consciousness changes, call 000 immediately; otherwise contact Poisons Information at 13 11 26 for guidance and administer honey or jam per poisons guidelines until professional help arrives.
What Every Parent Should Know About Toy Safety
Q: What should parents look for on packaging to ensure safety standards are met?
Parents should look for reputable sellers, recall information on packaging, and explicit warnings about button batteries, as well as age-appropriate guidance and secure battery compartments on toys.
What Every Parent Should Know About Toy Safety
Q: Why are button batteries taken so seriously from a safety standpoint?
Button batteries can cause severe internal burns and life-threatening injuries very quickly, especially if ingested, which is why standards emphasize secure battery compartments, clear labeling, and quick, informed actions by caregivers.
Dear Wiggles: What Kind of Dad Are You, Really?
Q: When you're at home and not in Wiggle mode, what are you actually like as dads?
Simon describes himself as soft, very playful, and trying to stay healthy so he can keep up with the kids, while Lachy emphasizes balance, occasionally being the more discipline-minded partner, and both agreeing they switch roles to handle bedtime and routines.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Wiggle Talk

What is Wiggle Talk about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast offers a unique look into the lives of Simon and Lachy, members of a beloved children's musical group, as they share their experiences and insights on parenting toddlers. Each episode features discussions around relatable topics faced by parents, such as managing separation anxiety, navigating school transitions, and addressing children's health post-pandemic. The format allows parents to connect with the hosts both as entertainers and as fellow parents dealing with the everyday challenges of raising young children. The show also includes guest segments with experts and friends, adding depth to the parenting discussions.

What sets this podcast apart is its candid nature and the blend of humor with heartfelt stories, creating a... more

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2. Two Doting Dads with Matty J & Ash
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Wiggle Talk launched 2 years ago and published 111 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. Rod Balding
2. Sarah Hunstead
3. Andy Griffiths
4. Celia Babelia
5. Jessica Braithwaite
6. Anthony Field
7. Jessie Stephens
8. Philip Quast

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