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Wiggle Talk - A Podcast For Parents

The Wiggles & iHeart Australia
Parenting
The Wiggles
Child Development
Wiggles
Fatherhood
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

Bedtime is meant to be the calm part of the day. So why does it suddenly involve one more book, one more cuddle, one more drink, the other teddy, the blanket fixed, and a very specific sock situation?

In this Dear Wiggles, Simon, Lachy, John and Ca... more

The iPad is quiet. The YouTube video looks harmless. The game seems age-appropriate. But what is your child actually learning online?

Online safety expert and former police officer Yasmin London joins Simon and Lachy to unpack why digital safety st... more

What do you do when your child starts lying about the small stuff - brushing teeth, making mess, or sneaking tiny treasures home from school? This week on Dear Wiggles, Simon and Lachy talk about those everyday moments when children test the truth, a... more

Few things land harder than your child coming home and saying, “No one played with me today.”

In this episode, Simon and Lachy are joined by parenting educator Gen Muir to talk about the friendship stuff that can make parenting feel especially help... more

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Recent Guests

John Len Ruella-Pearse
Older twin, guest on Dear Wiggles segment
Family friend/guest
Episode: Dear Wiggles: Is My Toddler Ignoring Me On Purpose?
Len John Ruella-Pearse
Younger twin, guest on Dear Wiggles segment
Family friend/guest
Episode: Dear Wiggles: Is My Toddler Ignoring Me On Purpose?
Zac Seidler
Clinical psychologist and Movember researcher specializing in men's health and youth mental health
Movember; University of Melbourne
Episode: How To Raise Emotionally Strong Boys
Libby Trickett
Olympic champion swimmer, podcast host of Sportish
Sportish
Episode: Libby Trickett Says We’re Taking Kids’ Sport Too Seriously
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

Hosts

Simon Pryce
Host of Wiggle Talk, Red Wiggle; long-time Wiggle member; shares parenting experiences with audience.
Lachy Gillespie
Co-host; Purple Wiggle; discusses parenting life, travel, and family moments.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 427 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
    Australia3 months ago
  • ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

    dear wiggles did you change the lyrics on purpose

    it sounds like red

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Spot the diff I❤️u slay
    Australia5 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
    Australia6 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 States7 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 Kingdom9 months ago

Listeners Say

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The format is seen as relatable and family-friendly, though a few episodes drew critique when guests offered controversial advice.
Guests are described as engaging and informative, with practical parenting tips.
Listeners appreciate the calm, empathetic banter between hosts and their guests.

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How To Raise Emotionally Strong Boys
Q: What are you most focused on at the moment? And what keeps you coming back to this work?
Zac is driven by the deep emotional world of men and boys, exploring how to support healthy masculinity, reduce stigma around mental health, and translate research into practical parenting guidance. He emphasizes staying curious, doing his own work as a parent, and finding everyday, play-based ways to engage with kids and discuss feelings.
Dear Wiggles: Why Is My Toddler So Clingy?
Q: With twins, is the clinginess doubled or do they take turns?
They explain that twins often both want attention simultaneously but can be guided to share by offering individual time with each child and using joint activities to involve both without neglecting either.
Dear Wiggles: Why Is My Toddler So Clingy?
Q: Dear Wiggles, my toddler is going through a stage where they want me constantly. How do you manage this without burning out?
The guests suggest acknowledging the need for closeness while setting gentle boundaries, using distraction or activities to give caregivers a brief break, and rotating attention between siblings when possible to prevent overwhelm.
Dear Wiggles: My Toddler Won’t Stop Climbing
Q: Dear Wiggles, my toddler has started climbing everything, the couch, chairs, even trying to scale the cot. Do I treat this like a safety baby-proofing problem or I need to teach boundaries?
The hosts acknowledge it's a balance between allowing safe exploration to build gross motor skills and implementing practical safety measures like padding, locked cabinets, and monitored climbing spaces. They share personal adaptations (e.g., gym mats at home, mounting furniture) and suggest viewing it as a developmental stage where risk management and supervision work together, not zero tolerance.
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.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Wiggle Talk

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

The show centers on parenting challenges faced by families with toddlers, often through the lens of two Wiggles members who balance life on tour with parenting duties. Episodes mix personal stories, practical tips for daily family life, safety advice, and conversations with guests ranging from fellow performers to parenting experts and authors. The format tends to be warm, approachable, and family-friendly, with a focus on actionable ideas, resilience, and relatable family moments that appeal to parents seeking calm, evidence-informed guidance delivered in an easygoing, entertaining style. A standout aspect is how it blends entertainment with practical parenting insights, sometimes featuring industry professionals to address safety, health,... more

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1. John Len Ruella-Pearse
2. Len John Ruella-Pearse
3. Zac Seidler
4. Libby Trickett
5. Rod Balding
6. Sarah Hunstead
7. Andy Griffiths
8. Celia Babelia

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