Self-Reg Podcasts

The Self-Reg Show
Spend some quality time with Stuart Shanker & Susan Hopkins to talk about science, stories and strategies in The MEHRIT Centre’s newest podcast: The Self-Reg Show.
Join Stuart and Susan for a taste of Self-Reg and explore why it is so crucial for the wellness of children, youth and even us adults today more than ever. Shanker Self-Reg® is a framework and a five-step process that can be used by educators, parents, or anyone dreaming about a world where well-being comes first. Tune in every other week to explore how there is no such thing as a bad kid, why we must always ask Why? and Why Now? when it comes to behaviour and so much more.
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The Shanker Chronicles
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Join the world-renowned psychology and philosophy professor; Dr. Stuart Shanker as he takes us on a journey through the historical, political, scientific and philosophical background of some of the biggest issues of our time.
In this 6-episode season, join Dr. Shanker as he unpacks topics such as Freedom and Constraint, Polarization, COVID-19, Anti-Vaxxers, Shamelessness and Threats to Democracy. Each episode has important lessons for us all, linking back to the Shanker Self-Reg perspective and will shed new light on these important topics.

Explore The Latest Episodes
The Self-Reg Show Episode 15: Applied Self-Reg in Schools: A Conversation with school counsellor Joel Gunzburg
In this thought-provoking interview with Susan Hopkins, social worker and school counsellor Joel Gunzburg talks about his journey of discovering Shanker Self-Reg®, how it aligned with what he already knew to be true, and how he integrates it into his role working with...
The Self-Reg Show Episode 14: A School in Red Brain. What is Going On?
Schools across Canada are seeing an increase in what they regard as “out of control behaviour”. Schools are in red brain, and those within are overwhelmed with intense stress and emotions. This dysregulation affects learning, concentration, and engagement. What is...
The Self-Reg Show Episode 13: When the Rubber Hits the Road: One Principal’s Journey
This episode brings in a very special guest: Self-Reg expert Cathy Lethbridge. Join Susan and Cathy as they chat about Cathy's role as principal to a new school and the Self-Reg strategies she’s implemented. Hear about how Cathy has modelled her Self-Reg teachings in...