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Should you have to pass a test to have kids?

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We test for everything: to get a licence, to move to the next grade, to prove you're ready to use a pen. But when it comes to becoming a biological parent, there's no test to pass. Should there be? Would a parenting test be a good idea?

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© Australian Broadcasting Corporation Length 22 min 1 October 2025 DebateTalk Australia Episodic

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© Australian Broadcasting Corporation Length 22 min 1 October 2025 DebateTalk Australia Episodic

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This is an episodic podcast, so you can listen to it in any order, but episode one is a great place to start.

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We test for everything: to get a licence, to move to the next grade, to prove you're ready to use a pen. But when it comes to becoming a biological parent, there's no test to pass. Should there be? Would a parenting test be a good idea?

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Listen to Short & Curly, the fun and educational ABC kids podcast about philosophy and ethics. Join hosts Molly Daniels, Carl Smith, and philosopher Eleanor Gordon-Smith as they explore big questions about right and wrong, fairness, truth, knowledge, logic, beauty and art.

Perfect for tweens aged 8–12, families, and teachers, Short & Curly is one of the best kids shows for curious minds.

Combines storytelling, philosophy, and comedyPerfect for school listening, car trips, or family discussionsCreated by the ABC (Australian Broadcasting Corporation), trusted makers of award-winning children's contentBinge this free educational ABC kids podcast series on the ABC listen app (Australia) or wherever you get your podcasts worldwide


© Australian Broadcasting Corporation | 22 min

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