The REC Parenting Podcast

Jun 25 2024 9 ep. 44 mins 2
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The REC Parenting podcast brings you honest, open conversations about parenting. Every month, Dr Ana Aznar founder and CEO of REC Parenting, talks with a new interviewee about their parenting experiences. With no agenda and no judgement.

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Parenting Conversations with TV Presenter Nicki Shields

Oct 18 2023 34 mins  
In this podcast episode, Ana chats with Nicki Shields,  TV presenter. Nicki shares her passion for both motor racing and science, as well as her experiences in parenthood. They discuss the joys and challenges of being a parent, the importance of not being judgmental, and the need for consistency in raising children. Nicki reflects on her upbringing and the warm and caring natu

From Grief to Helping Others: The Story of Yaser Martini

Oct 20 2023 37 mins  
Yaser Martini, father of five children, shares the heartbreaking story of his daughter, Margot, who passed away from a rare form of leukemia. In the midst of their grief, Yaser and his wife, Vicki, founded Team Margot, a charity dedicated to promoting blood, organ, stem cell, and bone marrow donation. Through their advocacy work, the couple raises awareness and encourages others to

The Inspiring Journey of Tamara Beckwith: From Loss to Advocacy while Having Tons of Fun and Making the most of Life

Oct 21 2023 39 mins  
Tamara Beckwith, a multi-talented individual with a diverse career, shares her journey from loss to advocacy in this inspiring episode. After losing her mother to gynecological cancer, Tamara co-founded the Lady Garden Foundation to raise awareness about these cancers. Through her work with the foundation, Tamara finds purpose, satisfaction, and a way to keep her mother's memory al

Racing to Be the Best Parent You Can Be: A Conversation with Lucas Di Grassi

Oct 21 2023 50 mins  
In this episode of the Rec Parenting podcast,  Ana speaks with Lucas Di Grassi, a renowned race car driver and dedicated father. Lucas shares his journey in the world of motorsport, from starting at a young age to achieving success in Formula Three and the FIA Formula E Championship. Beyond racing, Lucas is passionate about technology and sustainability, which led him to creat

Raising Children in a Life of Public Service and Climate Activism

Oct 22 2023 57 mins  
In this episode of the Rec Parenting podcast, founder Ana talks with Christiana Figueres, an internationally recognized leader in climate change and a dedicated mother. Christiana shares her unconventional childhood growing up in a family devoted to public service and how that shaped her parenting style. She emphasizes the importance of being intentional and present with her childr

From Loneliness to Connection: A Conversation with Carrie Frais

Jan 18 2024 41 mins  
Carrie Frais, founder of MumAbroad,  shares her experience as an immigrant parent in this insightful podcast interview. She discusses the challenges and benefits of raising expat kids, the sense of loneliness and belonging, and the constant need for adaptation and integration. Carrie's journey as a mother in a foreign country led her to create MumAbroad, an online platform con

The Importance of Hard Work: A Conversation with Jeff Dodds

Mar 13 2024 56 mins  
In this engaging podcast episode, Ana interviews Jeff Dodds, CEO of Formula E, about all things parenting. Jeff shares insights into his own upbringing and the important lessons he learned from his hardworking parents. He also discusses the concept of work-life balance and how he prefers to focus on creating a harmonious life instead. Jeff opens up about the challenges of raising t

Breaking Barriers: A Conversation with Susie Wolff

May 13 2024 46 mins  
In this podcast episode, Ana interviews Susie Wolff, a trailblazer in the world of motorsport. Susie talks about her upbringing in Scotland, her successful racing career, and her transition to motherhood. She emphasizes the importance of finding a balance between personal fulfillment and motherhood, and how being happy and fulfilled as an individual positively impacts her role as a

Balancing Art and Motherhood: A Chat with Nancy Cadogan

Jun 25 2024 41 mins  
In this episode of the REC Parenting Podcast, Ana speaks with Nancy Caogan, a celebrated British painter. Nancy shares anecdotes from her childhood, raised by a writer mother and an archaeologist father, and discusses how she balances her intensely passionate career with her role as a mother of three. She reflects on integrating her family into her work, feeling less guilt about he