In this powerful and personal episode, Maree and Rachel sit down with Genevieve Mora - mental health advocate, app creator, and co-founder of Voices of Hope. Genevieve opens up about her journey through OCD and anorexia as a teen, and what families can do to support without smothering. From spotting the early signs to creating safe, judgment-free spaces, Genevieve shares practical insights and hope-filled wisdom for parents raising teens today.
About your guests:
Genevieve Mora is the co-founder of Voices for Hope.
To learn more visit their website: Voices for Hope
About your hosts:
In addition to wrangling 6 kids between us (ages 11-20), both your hosts bring entrepreneurial energy and real-world insight to teen parenting.
Maree Glading is the founder of Evre, a global teen skincare brand. Connect with Maree here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mareeglading/
Rachel McBride builds AI systems that turn what's in your head into how your business runs. Previously founder of Blaire, a teen fashion brand. Connect with Rachel here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelmcbridenz/
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In this episode of Sounds Like Teen Spirit, Maree and Rachel sit down with Bruce Pilbrow, CEO of Spirit of Adventure, to explore why letting teens get uncomfortable might be the best thing we can do for them. From daily ocean swims to bunking with strangers and climbing 38-metre masts, Bruce shares how structured risk builds resilience, confidence, and courage.
Plus, Year 13 student Sophie Wheelen joins to tell her story of 10 days at sea - storms, seasickness, and all - and why she came home calling it “one of the funnest things I’ve ever done.”
This is a must-listen for parents who want to help their teens grow grit, independence, and self-belief in a world that often feels too comfortable.
About your guests:Bruce Pilbrow is the CEO of Spirit of Adventure
Sophie Wheelan is a Year 13 student and participant in Spirit of Adventure.
To learn more about the work of Spirit of Adventure visit their website: Spirit of Adventure
About your hosts:In addition to wrangling 6 kids between us (ages 11-20), both your hosts bring entrepreneurial energy and real-world insight to teen parenting.
Maree Glading is the founder of Evre, a global teen skincare brand. Connect with Maree here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mareeglading/
Rachel McBride builds AI systems that turn what's in your head into how your business runs. Previously founder of Blaire, a teen fashion brand. Connect with Rachel here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelmcbridenz/
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Youth vaping is a widespread crisis - vaping is more accessible and appealing to teens than smoking ever was, with alarming rates of youth addiction.
It's fueled by marketing strategies targeting children with colorful designs, enticing flavors, and low prices alongside a retail strategy where vapes are sold at your teens local dairy.
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About your guest:
Charyl Robinson is a founding member of Vape Free Kids NZ. Charyl has a personal story, with three children who have had different experiences with vaping, including addiction, avoidance, and opposition.
To learn more about the work of Vape Free Kids NZ, visit their website: Vape-Free Kids NZ
About your hosts:
In addition to wrangling 6 kids between us (ages 10-19), both of your hosts have businesses that live and breathe teens.
Maree Glading is the founder of Evre, a teen skincare brand. Connect with Maree here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mareeglading/
Rachel McBride is the founder of Blaire, a teen fashion brand. Connect with Rachel here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelmcbridenz/
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Ever wondered how to manage that teenage appetite?! In this episode, we break down the talk with nutritionist and lifestyle coach, Renee Rigden on how to to make feeding teens a bit more manageable.
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About your guest:
Renee Rigden, a certified nutrition and lifestyle coach and a mum herself. Connect with Renee here: www.linkedin.com/in/renee-rigden-38b0618b/
Learn about Renee’s work including here teen programme, https://www.instagram.com/reneeshealthnz/profilecard/?igsh=ejBiZmk1ZDE2eG40
About your hosts:
In addition to wrangling 6 kids between us (ages 10-19), both of your hosts have businesses that live and breathe teens.
Maree Glading is the founder of Evre, a teen skincare brand. Connect with Maree here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mareeglading/
Rachel McBride is the founder of Blaire, a teen fashion brand. Connect with Rachel here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelmcbridenz/
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Young love is everything we remember - messy, hilarious, and emotional! But now, as parents, we’re in charge of guiding our teens through the highs and lows of it all.
Join us in this super practical episode with advice and thoughtful insights for helping teens make healthy, respectful choices in love.
Highlights:
About your guest:
Sheridan Eketone, is a parenting coach and mum to four teens and young adults. Connect with Sheridan here: Parenting Place | Parent Coaching
Learn about the Parenting Place and their resources for parents of teens here: Parenting Place | Free parenting resources and articles
About your hosts:
In addition to wrangling 6 kids between us (ages 10-19), both of your hosts have businesses that live and breathe teens.
Maree Glading is the founder of Evre, a teen skincare brand. Connect with Maree here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mareeglading/
Rachel McBride is the founder of Blaire, a teen fashion brand. Connect with Rachel here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelmcbridenz/
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Yep 75% of 14-17 year olds in New Zealand have seen porn. And yet as parents we are often too scared, ashamed or just plain weirded out to talk about it.
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About your guest:
Nikki Denholm is from The Light Project, an organisation dedicated to helping teens navigate the digital sexual landscape.
Connect with Nikki here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikki-denholm-mnzm-98757741/
Find out more about The Light Project | Equipping communities to navigate new porn landscape
About your hosts:
In addition to wrangling 6 kids between us (ages 10-19), both of your hosts have businesses that live and breathe teens.
Maree Glading is the founder of Evre, a teen skincare brand. Connect with Maree here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mareeglading/
Rachel McBride is the founder of Blaire, a teen fashion brand. Connect with Rachel here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelmcbridenz/
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Ever wondered why your teens are so obsessed with Snapchat? In this episode, we break down the app's unique appeal and why it keeps teens hooked.
You’ll learn about the features they love (and why they can’t resist snapping!) and get expert tips on what parents should know.
Highlights:
About your guest:
Sean Lyons is Chief Online Safety Officer at NetSafe. Connect with Sean here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seanlyons3/
Read more about Nestsafe and their important work here: https://netsafe.org.nz/
Netsafe guide to Snapchat Snapchat Family Toolkit - Netsafe – social media and online safety helpline
About your hosts:
In addition to wrangling 6 kids between us (ages 10-19), both of your hosts have businesses that live and breathe teens.
Maree Glading is the founder of Evre, a teen skincare brand. Connect with Maree here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mareeglading/
Rachel McBride is the founder of Blaire, a teen fashion brand. Connect with Rachel here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelmcbridenz/
Tune in, follow, leave us a review and join us next time as we explore more on what's happening in your teen parenting world!
