In this episode of The Good Parent, we have Carmen Vicelich in conversation with Shailja Dutt and Manoj Kohli.Carmen Vicelich is the Founder & CEO of Valocity, a global fintech company operating across multiple countries. A serial entrepreneur and an internationally recognised business leader, she has built her company from the ground up while raising her children and she credits the same principle for both: trust.In this conversation, Carmen opens up about what it really means to be your child's friend without giving up your role as their parent. She shares why she believes trust must come before rules, how she sets boundaries that bring her children closer instead of pushing them away, and the exact questions she asks her kids that make them open up. She also talks about why most parents listen to fix rather than listen to understand and what changes the day you stop.The episode raises a question every parent quietly carries: should you be your child's friend? Carmen's answer comes down to 5 things any parent can start tonight.What we discuss in this episode:- Can a parent really be a friend or is that a mistake?- Trust first, rules second why honesty needs safety- Boundaries that are explained, not announced- The questions to ask instead of "how was school?"- Listening without fixing- Sharing your own life with your child friendship is two-way- Carmen's advice to every parent raising a child todayAbout the Hosts:Shailja Dutt is the Founder of Stellar Search & LimeLitt, an entrepreneur, mentor, and mother of two boys. Manoj Kohli is the former CEO of Airtel, a devoted father of two daughters, and a deeply involved grandfather. Together they host The Good Parent honest conversations about modern parenting in a digital age.Connect with The Good Parent:Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/_thegoodparent/?hl=enLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-good-parent-podcast/Timestamps: 00:00 | Trailer 01:17 | Are Parents Meant to Be Friends?05:16 | Peer Pressure, Phones & Setting Boundaries09:03| What to Do When Kids Keep Lying or Repeating Mistakes14:58 | The Rule of Four Core Values Every Child Needs28:38 | Carmen Vicelich: Trust, Teens & Letting Go#TheGoodParent #Parenting #PositiveParenting #ParentingPodcast #CarmenVicelich

CHAPTERS:00:00 – Social Media & Child Safety Concerns02:06 – Raising Confident Children in Today’s World04:09 – Parenting Dynamics & Shared Responsibilities06:11 – The New Age of Digital Surveillance08:17 – The Illusion of Social Media Reality10:25 – Children’s Perspective on Public Impact12:35 – Protecting a Child’s Individuality14:38 – Building Emotional Connection with Children16:38 – Encouraging Diverse Interests & Growth18:42 – Helping Children Discover Their Strengths20:45 – Continuous Communication with Kids 22:50 – Parenting in Public Life 24:55 – Balancing Exposure & Privacy27:00 – Final Reflections on Modern Parenting Have we ever stopped to think about the invisible pressure children of public figures carry?We admire leaders for the impact they create.But rarely do we ask what it means for the children growing up in their shadow.Expectation often arrives quietly.Sometimes through comparison.Sometimes through admiration.Sometimes through the unspoken belief that they must continue the legacy.In Episode 03 of The Good Parent, we explore the unseen side of parenting when life is visible to the public.In a world where every achievement is posted, every moment is recorded, and every opinion is amplified, children today are growing up under a level of visibility previous generations never experienced.The question for parents becomes deeper than success. It becomes identity.How do you raise children who are confident in their own path rather than defined by yours?How do you protect their privacy when the world is constantly watching?In this episode, Amitabh Kant — former CEO of NITI Aayog, senior IAS officer, and a key leader behind India’s G20 presidency — shares his perspective as a father of two daughters.He speaks candidly about:– The hidden pressure children of public figures may experience – Allowing children the freedom to build their own identity – Protecting children from digital exposure and external validation – Why grounding, discipline, and gratitude matter more than privilegeBecause parenting in a hyper-visible world demands more than success. It demands awareness.And the courage to let children become themselves.Watch. Reflect. Rethink parenting in the digital age.⚠️ DisclaimerThis podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are personal opinions and not professional psychological or medical advice. Please consult a qualified professional for specific concerns regarding your child.

Are we raising entitled children without realizing it?We promise our children protection, opportunity, and love long before they are born.But somewhere between protection and fear…between support and overcompensation…comfort begins to replace resilience.In Episode 02 of The Good Parent, we explore how entitlement forms in children — not from indulgence, but often from love mixed with fear.Fear of rejection.Fear of them feeling left out.Fear of them struggling.Research shows that entitlement and materialism are often linked to unmet emotional needs. When children lack emotional reassurance, belonging, and validation, they may seek it externally.So the real questions are:• When does care become excess?• When does support turn into overprotection?• Where does parenting end and responsibility begin?Shweta Sawhney, CEO and mother of two, speaks candidly about:– Raising grounded children in a world of abundance– Setting boundaries that build confidence– Balancing warmth with discipline– Preventing entitlement without withdrawing loveIf you want confident children without raising entitlement — and loving homes without losing discipline — this episode will shift your perspective.Strong children are not raised through ease.They are raised through intention.Watch. Reflect. Recalibrate.CHAPTERS:00:00 - Introduction to entitlement in children00:39 - Spoiling kids and parenting concerns01:29 - Parenting issues across society02:10 - Historical context of entitlement03:42 - Different shades of entitlement05:07 - Experiences with entitlement today08:14 - Effects of gifting and blackmail11:06 - Natural feelings and achievements14:26 - Parenting styles and setting boundaries18:12 - Value of time over material gifts20:30 - Teaching gratitude through giving22:09 - Being a mentor vs. being a friend25:18 - Preparing kids for the real world26:36 - Hard work as a core value28:12 - Parental role in addressing entitlement⚠️ DisclaimerThis podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are personal opinions and not professional psychological or medical advice. Please consult a qualified professional for specific concerns regarding your child.About the Guest – Shweta SawhneyShweta Sawhney is a CEO and mother of two who believes in raising grounded, emotionally secure children while leading at scale. She brings practical insight into balancing ambition, discipline, boundaries, and warmth in modern parenting.

🎬 Chapters00:00 – Introduction to The Good Parent Podcast00:51 – Why Fitness Is a Blind Spot in Child Development03:47 – How Sports Shape Healthy, Confident, Resilient Children08:36 – Kapil Dev on Sports, Discipline, and Life Lessons for Life14:56 – Screen Time vs Outdoor Play: The Modern Parenting Dilemma20:04 – Nutrition Habits and Children’s Health Today21:43 – Fitness Beyond Competition, Medals, and Winning23:25 – Practical Takeaways Every Parent Can Apply24:06 – Rethinking Good Parenting in Today’s World--------------In Episode 1 of Season 1 of The Good Parent Podcast, hosts Shailja Dutt and Manoj Kohli are joined by legendary cricketer Kapil Dev to discuss fitness and nutrition as often-overlooked foundations of child development.As screen time rises and outdoor play declines, modern lifestyles are reshaping children’s physical and mental well-being. Drawing from his life in sports and discipline, Kapil Dev explains why fitness is not about raising athletes, but about raising healthy, confident, and resilient children.This episode explores the role of movement, sports, nutrition, and everyday habits in shaping discipline, balance, and long-term health—without pressure or perfection. A thoughtful conversation for parents who want to pause, reflect, and rethink what good parenting truly means in today’s fast-changing world.🔔 Subscribe for honest parenting conversations👍 Like, share, and comment if this episode resonates with you--------------About The HostsShailja Dutt is an entrepreneur and leadership expert with over 25 years of experience in executive search, assessment, and people development. She is the Founder of Stellar Search and brings a deeply reflective, experience-led perspective to modern parenting.Manoj Kohli is a former CEO of Bharti Airtel and a global business transformation advisor who has led large-scale growth across India, Asia, and Africa. Drawing from decades of leadership and family life, he brings clarity, values, and balance to parenting conversations.