🎙️ Raising Boys Today: What Parents Need to Know:

What does it mean to raise boys in today’s world? We’re sharing stories, advice, and lessons learned from parenting sons, with a focus on empathy, resilience, and self-expression.

What We Cover:

🎯 Understanding Boys: Breaking stereotypes and encouraging individuality.

🤝 Teaching Empathy: How to raise compassionate, emotionally aware boys.

💪 Building Confidence: Helping boys navigate challenges and setbacks.

😂 Our Parenting Wins and Fails: Lessons we’ve learned along the way.

Time To Unplug

Michael: Cacio e Pepe Puffs (Trader Joe’s Chopsticks Optional)

Sara: Spotify DJ

Mike: Halo Season 2 (Paramount Plus)

Links:

Raising boys to be good men. Here’s one way to do it https://www.cnn.com/2023/10/23/health/raising-boys-to-be-good-men-wellness/index.html

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🎙️ Allowance, Chores & Responsibility: How to Teach Kids About Money:

Money, chores, and kids—oh my! Join us as we explore the best ways to teach responsibility, the value of hard work, and money management skills through allowances and chores.

What We Cover:

💸 Allowance Guidelines: How much to give and when.

🧹 Age-Appropriate Chores: Building independence at every stage.

🌟 Teaching Responsibility: Life lessons kids can learn from chores.

😂 Our Chore Stories: The funny and frustrating moments we’ll never forget.

Time To Unplug

Michael: Learning To Play Piano When There’s No Recital

Sara: Duolingo (Spanish + Creole)

Mike: Star Wars Micro Galaxy Squadron

Links:

The Ultimate List of Age-Appropriate Chores for Children and Teens https://childdevelopmentinfo.com/chores/the-ultimate-list-of-age-appropriate-chores/

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🎙️ Valentine’s Day with Kids: Fun Family Traditions & Activities:

Valentine’s Day isn’t just for couples—it’s a chance to spread love and joy to your whole family. We’re sharing fun ways to celebrate together, from crafts to activities, and even a few sweet surprises.

💌 DIY Valentine’s Crafts: Creative projects for kids of all ages.

🍫 Sweet Treats: Simple recipes for family-friendly desserts.

🎉 Family Traditions: How to make Valentine’s Day special for everyone.

😂 Our Valentine’s Day Fails: Funny stories that prove it’s the thought that counts.

Time To Unplug

Michael: Crokinole Board

Sara: DeerRun 3 in 1 Folding Treadmills

Mike: Kids basketball hoop

Links:

12 Ways to Celebrate Valentine’s Day for Kids (Urbansitter.com) https://blog.urbansitter.com/12-ways-to-celebrate-valentines-day-with-your-kids/

Duff Goldman (Cookie Salad) Super Good Cookies for Kids https://www.harpercollins.com/products/super-good-cookies-for-kids-duff-goldman?variant=40824799723554

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🎙️ Raising Girls: The Joys & Challenges Every Parent Faces:

Raising daughters comes with its own unique joys and challenges. We’re discussing everything from emotional intelligence to breaking gender stereotypes, and how to empower the next generation of girls.

What We Cover:

🌟 Breaking Stereotypes: Encouraging individuality and confidence.

🤝 Building Strong Relationships: How to foster open communication with your daughters.

💪 Empowering Girls: Teaching resilience, independence, and self-worth.

😂 Parenting Stories: The moments that made us laugh (and cry).

Time To Unplug

Michael: Final Fantasy Pixel Remastered Collection on Steam Deck (also on Switch / PS5)

Sara: Bissell handheld steamer

Mike: NOCO Genius car battery starter

Links:

10 Tips To Help Dads and Daughters Stay Close https://childmind.org/article/10-tips-help-dads-daughters-stay-close/

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🎙️ How to Share Star Wars with Your Kids (And Make Them Love It): Whether you’re a lifelong fan or introducing your kids to the galaxy for the first time, this episode is for you! We’re talking all things Star Wars—why it’s a timeless story, how to make it fun for your family, and the best ways to share it with the next generation.

What We Cover:

🌟 Why We Love Star Wars: Themes and lessons that resonate with all ages.

📽️ Where to Start: Movies, shows, and books perfect for introducing kids.

🎉 Star Wars Family Fun: DIY activities, games, and party ideas.

💡 The Big Lessons: What Star Wars teaches about family, bravery, and hope.

Time To Unplug

Michael: Nintendo Switch Online (Super Mario 2)

Mike: Godzilla Minus One

Links:

The Star Wars TV episodes to watch before The Mandalorian season 2 https://www.polygon.com/star-wars/2020/10/28/21536795/the-mandalorian-season-2-references-star-wars-clone-wars-rebels-watch-episodes

10 episodes of Star Wars to watch before Ahsoka https://www.space.com/ten-episodes-of-star-wars-to-watch-before-ahsoka

Overthinking the initiation into 'Star Wars' for our kids (CNN) https://amp.cnn.com/cnn/2017/12/08/health/star-wars-go-ask-your-dad/index.html

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🎙️ How to Get Your Kids to Try New Foods (Featuring Korean BBQ)

Tired of chicken nuggets and mac ‘n’ cheese? This week, we’re talking about how to introduce kids to new and adventurous foods. From cultural cuisines to fun food challenges, we’ve got tips to make mealtime exciting (and less stressful).

What We Cover:

🍣 Overcoming Picky Eating: Strategies for expanding your kids’ palates.

🌎 Cultural Cuisine Adventures: Teaching kids about the world through food.

👩‍🍳 Cooking Together: How to involve kids in preparing new meals.

🎉 Making It Fun: Turning adventurous eating into a game or family tradition.

Time To Unplug

Michael: Finding 'Ohana (Netflix)

Sara: More difficult puzzles with large portions of similar design

Mike: Welcome to Wrexham (FX)

Links:

Middendorf's Restaurant https://middendorfsrestaurant.com/

How To Survive Eating Out With Your Kids https://www.forbes.com/sites/johnmariani/2022/02/10/how-to-survive-eating-out-with-your-kids/?sh=55e0e2819d21

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🎙️ Family Game Night: The Best Video Games to Play Together:

Video games aren’t just for kids—they’re for families, too! Join us as we explore the benefits of gaming together, share our favorite family-friendly games, and discuss how video games can bring everyone closer.

What We Cover:

🎮 Our Top Picks: The best games for family fun.

💬 Gaming Rules: How to set boundaries and ensure balance.

🌟 The Benefits of Gaming: Building teamwork, problem-solving, and bonding through play.

😂 Hilarious Gaming Moments: Stories from our own family game nights.

**Games That We Talked About **

-Party Games: Mario Party, Mario Kart, Trombone Champ, Big Brain Academy, Overcooked 2, What the Golf, Boomerang Fu, Rainbow, Smash Bros Ultimate, Switch Sports, Clubhouse Games, Jackbox Games (Drawful 2, Fibbage XL, Quiplash (These Jackbox Games are Available on AppleTV as well as consoles) -Couch Coop: Lovers in a Dangerous Time, Rayman Legends, Super Mario Wonder (instead of Super Mario U Deluxe), Super Mario 3D World, Minecraft, Snipper Clips, Unravel 2, Portal 2 (Co-Op Mode after you play campaign), Minecraft Dungeons, Animal Crossing -Pass The Controller: Donut County, A Short Hike -Older Ones: It Takes Two, Escape Academy -Oldest Ones: Diablo IV, Baldurs Gate 3 -VR Games: Beatsaber, Pistol Whip, Walkabout Mini Golf, Vader Immortal (lightsaber duels)

Time To Unplug

Michael: What Do You Meme? (Board Game)

Sara: First Wives Club (Netflix)

Mike: Frameo Picture Frames

Links:

Scientists Used Mario Game to Treat Depression. Here's What Happened https://www.mensjournal.com/news/mario-depression-nintendo

How video games teach us to fail — and why classrooms should too https://www.vox.com/ad/21302437/video-games-education-mastery-learning-failure-success

The benefits of videogames in learning https://www.iberdrola.com/talent/benefits-video-games-learning

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🎙️ Diaper Bag Must-Haves: What Every Parent Needs (and What You Can Skip):

Diaper bags: They’re your lifeline when you’re out and about with little ones. In this episode, we break down the must-haves, the nice-to-haves, and the “why do I even have this?” items to help parents stay prepared for anything.

What We Cover:

👜 What’s in Our Bags: Our go-to items for every outing.

🍼 Baby Essentials: From diapers to snacks, the absolute must-haves.

🤔 Overpacking vs. Underpacking: Finding the right balance for your family.

😂 Diaper Bag Mishaps: Our funniest stories of things going wrong on the go.

Time To Unplug

Michael: What If? (Season Two Disney+)

Sara: Igloo Dining

Links:

Diaper Bag Checklist: What to Pack in a Diaper Bag https://www.thebump.com/a/how-to-pack-your-diaper-bag

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🎙️ Parenting Goals That Stick: Setting New Year’s Resolutions That Work:

The New Year is here, and we’re talking resolutions! From setting realistic parenting goals to finding ways to prioritize self-care, this episode is all about starting the year off strong.

🎯 Setting Achievable Goals: Small changes that make a big difference in your family life.

💆 Self-Care for Parents: Simple habits to help you recharge and stay motivated.

🤝 Family Resolutions: How to get everyone involved in setting shared goals.

🛑 Breaking the Cycle: How to avoid burnout and ditch unrealistic expectations.

Time To Unplug

Michael: Percy Jackson (Disney+ 2023)

Sara: Journaling (5 Below Pick A Journal)

Mike: Rebel Moon (Netflix 2023)

Links:

Healthy New Year's Resolutions for Children & Teens https://www.healthychildren.org/English/family-life/family-dynamics/Pages/Healthy-New-Years-Resolutions-for-Kids.aspx

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🎙️ Choosing the Perfect Family Dog: Training & Loving Your New Pet:

This week we are sitting down to discuss what it’s like to have a dog. Michael and his wife host a gingerbread house competition for his oldest and his friends. What’s it like to get the first dog in the house? We each had our own pets when we were younger. Are there dog naming books? We discuss adopting vs going to a breeder, vet bills, how to choose your dog, some advice & basics, kennel cough, personality traits to look for, and what they are like at different stages. Did Sara get bamboozled with one of her dogs? An Amish dog? Wait is that a back scratcher? What about Pet Insurance? Dinner time with the dogs, wet or dry food, and more. Seven Nation Army on his Otamatone!

Time To Unplug

Michael: Otamatone (Neo, Deluxe or Techno)

Sara: Power Book III: Raising Kanan

Mike: Godzilla x Kong trailer

Links:

How Kids Benefit From Pet Ownership https://www.verywellfamily.com/how-kids-benefit-from-pet-ownership-5201854

Mega Mema Medley Otamatone Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LxBLzQox_3Q&ab_channel=TheRealSullyG

Drawful 2 https://www.jackboxgames.com/games/drawful-2

Kahoot https://kahoot.com/

Blooket https://www.blooket.com/

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