Best Parenting Roundabout Podcasts (2025)

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Parenting Tips from “Lost” S4 E6, “The Other Woman” 21:14

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20h ago21:14

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Each Tuesday, we discuss an older entertainment property, and currently, that's Lost. The previous episode, "The Constant," is a hard act to follow, and this one isn't really up to the job. It's best to look at it as an info dump to get us an inch or two closer to what we need to know. Sorry, Juliet, we know it's hard to be an Other! Mentioned: The…

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Weekly Roundup: “Spi-Ku” and “Bugs,” Flavored Coffees from Grounds & Hounds, and Holiday Requirements 21:51

6d ago21:51

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Here's what we're reading, recommending, and revisiting this week. Catherine's library find is a pair of children's books for insect-lovers: Spi-Ku: A Clutter of Short Verse on Eight Legs and Bugs by master balloon artist Masayoshi Matsumoto (who you can also check out on Instagram). Terri's random recommendation is the flavored coffee sampler fr…

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Parenting Tips from “The Lowdown” S1 E3, “Dinosaur Memories” 18:05

7d ago18:05

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Every Wednesday, we share our thoughts on a newer entertainment property, and currently, that's The Lowdown. Per usual, Lee gets himself beaten up and captured by some bad guys, but this time, he charms them with his storytelling skills. Mentioned: Duster, another show where a precocious daughter tags along on dangerous missions. Next Wednesday, we…

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Parenting Tips from “Lost” S4 E5, “The Constant” 20:24

8d ago20:24

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Each Tuesday, we discuss an older entertainment property, and currently, that's Lost. We've actually discussed this well-known and beloved episode before, in 2017, when Terri challenged Catherine to watch it. She liked it then and now, because you can appreciate the romance (and the need for a constant) even without having seen all that comes befor…

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Turkey Day Replay: Holiday Foods and Shopping Moods 27:27

13d ago27:27

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We're off this week, but not to worry: We have plenty of leftovers to reheat for you. This episode is from November 27, 2015. Enjoy! Was your Thanksgiving happy? Did you eat a lot of traditional family foods? Did many of them involve cream-of-mushroom soup, marshmallows, or Jello? To start off this week's group chat, we run through the many possibi…

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Turkey Day Replay: Force of Habit 39:52

14d ago39:52

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We're off this week, but not to worry: We have plenty of leftovers to reheat for you. This episode is from November 27, 2017. Enjoy! Cyber Monday Shopping: Will we be proactive about replacing things that are about to break or just keep clinging to them because we fear change? Make It a Habit: We have a checkered history when it comes to habit-fo…

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Turkey Day Replay: Norman Rockwell We Ain’t 44:57

15d ago44:57

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We're off this week, but not to worry: We have plenty of leftovers to reheat for you. This episode is from November 25, 2016. Enjoy! On this week's group chat, we talk about special-occasion pressure, discuss the start of the holiday shopping season on our Friday speed round, shout out some stuff we like on the Roundabout Roundup, take a quiz about…

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Weekly Roundup: Tacky the Penguin, That Was Us Podcast, and Parenting Let-Downs 22:45

20d ago22:45

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Here's what we're reading, recommending, and revisiting this week. Catherine's library find is a series of picture books by Helen Lester starring the disheveled but lovable Tacky the Penguin. Plus, a middle-grade read called The Curse of the Werepenguin by Allan Woodrow. Terri's random recommendation has come, once again, from the Facebook Reels …

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Parenting Tips from “The Lowdown” S1 E2, “The Devil’s Mama” 17:33

21d ago17:33

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Every Wednesday, we share our thoughts on a newer entertainment property, and currently, that's The Lowdown. The show has great casting and writing, even if the plot is a bit hard to follow (that's why Lee needs a big ol' murder board to keep track of it all). Mentioned: Scott Shepherd as menacing, fleece vest-wearing Allen Murphy. Next Wednesday, …

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Parenting Tips from “Lost” S4 E4, “Eggtown” 20:10

22d ago20:10

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Each Tuesday, we discuss an older entertainment property, and currently, that's Lost. This episode was a great big fakeout leading to the reveal of another member of the Oceanic Six. Also, Ben's facial trauma makeup artist is back, and Ben still knows how to get Locke's goat. Mentioned: "You gotta see the baby!" on Seinfeld. Next Tuesday, we'll c…

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Weekly Roundup: Celebrity Cookbooks, Chick-fil-A, and Parenting Do-Overs 22:53

27d ago22:53

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Here's what we're reading, recommending, and revisiting this week. Catherine's library find is Seriously Good Chili Cookbook: 177 of the Best Recipes in the World, which prompted a look at other celebrities who've published cookbooks (and a shout-out to their savvy publicists and unsung ghostwriters). Mentioned: Kevin spills the chili on The Office…

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Parenting Tips from “The Lowdown” S1 E1, “Pilot” 22:58

28d ago22:58

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Every Wednesday, we share our thoughts on a newer entertainment property, and as of this week, that's The Lowdown. It stars Ethan Hawke as the kind of person whose mouth (and pen; he's a journalist of sorts) often gets him punched in the face. He does have a smart and savvy daughter who, so far, doesn't want to injure him. Mentioned: Duster, Perry …

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Parenting Tips from “Lost” S4 E3, “The Economist” 23:26

29d ago23:26

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Each Tuesday, we discuss an older entertainment property, and currently, that's Lost. This mostly flash-forward episode identified another one of the Oceanic Six and showed us yet another way that Ben has found to torture the castaways. On the island: Love triangle! Sneaky deal-making! A secret room full of passports and cash! Next Tuesday, we'll…

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Weekly Roundup: Two Twisty Novels, “Hits, Flops, and Other Illusions,” and Parent Saving Time 11:55

1M ago11:55

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Here's what we're reading, recommending, and revisiting this week. Catherine's library find is a pair of twisty, plot-filled novels. She recommends them both: A Very Inconvenient Scandal by Jacquelyn Mitchard and All the Other Mothers Hate Me by Sarah Harman. Terri's random recommendation is another book: A memoir by TV and film producer Ed Zwick…

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Parenting Tips from “Only Murders in the Building” S5 E10, “The House Always…” 20:41

1M ago20:41

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Every Wednesday, we share our thoughts on a newer entertainment property, and currently, that's Only Murders in the Building. This was the season finale, so per usual, the murders were solved, and another body was discovered. While the show has drifted from its original focus, it's still an enjoyable watch, as long as you don't care about logic or …

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Parenting Tips from “Lost” S4 E2, “Confirmed Dead” 16:24

1M ago16:24

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Each Tuesday, we discuss an older entertainment property, and currently, that's Lost. In this episode, we get four new characters (there have been some deaths; it was time to restock), along with flashbacks for all of them. Plus, the brief and somewhat triumphant return of Vincent the dog. Next Tuesday, we'll continue with season 4, episode 3, "T…

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Weekly Roundup: “Butt or Face 3,” Venice Travel Report, and Feelings About Fundraisers 26:15

1M ago26:15

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Here's what we're reading, recommending, and revisiting this week. Catherine's library find is an important addition in the field of Teaching Children Through Scatological Humor: It's the third Butt or Face book, Butt or Face 3: Super Gross Butts. Terri's random recommendation is on vacation this week as Catherine reports on her recent trip to Ve…

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Parenting Tips from “Only Murders in the Building” S5 E8 and E9 20:26

1M ago20:26

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Every Wednesday, we share our thoughts on a newer entertainment property, and currently, that's Only Murders in the Building. Since we missed discussing the show last week, we doubled up this time and covered E8, "Cuckoo Chicks," and E9, "LESTR." These featured some fun scenes, but we're still scratching our heads over the mystery itself. Best to j…

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Parenting Tips from “Lost” S4 E1, “The Beginning of the End” 22:28

1M ago22:28

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Each Tuesday, we discuss an older entertainment property, and currently, that's Lost. In this episode, we're flashing forward with Hurley, whose post-island life seems pretty similar to his pre-island life, in several meaningful ways. Meanwhile, on the island, the castaways are splitting into factions, making for some interesting combinations. Ment…

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Weekly Roundup: Boomerang Books, DWTS Podcasts, and Trick-or-Treating Teens 21:26

2M ago21:26

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Here's what we're reading, recommending, and revisiting this week. Catherine's library find is what her library calls "Boomerang Books." These are titles that aren't cataloged and can't be checked out. You can just borrow them for as long as you need them, then bring them back for the next person to enjoy. Mentioned: Beach Read by Emily Henry, Litt…

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Parenting Tips from “Lost” S3 E22, “Through the Looking Glass” 32:52

2M ago32:52

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Usually on Wednesdays, we discuss a newer entertainment property. But since yesterday's Lost episode was tantalizingly close to the end of season 3, we decided to bump Only Murders in the Building and devote today's chat to the two-hour season 3 finale, "Through the Looking Glass." People die, people almost die, people seem to be dead but aren't re…

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Parenting Tips from “Lost” S3 E21, “Greatest Hits” 22:46

2M ago22:46

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Each Tuesday, we discuss an older entertainment property, and currently, that's Lost. In this episode, we actually get a series of pretty happy flashbacks to the "greatest hits" of Charlie's life. Of course, this is because he's resigned himself to his fate, which is to die to save Claire, Aaron, and the rest of his friends. Plus: Complicated plans…

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Weekly Roundup: “Stompie the Zombie,” “The Life of a Showgirl,” and Old Moms, New Tricks 18:58

2M ago18:58

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Here's what we're reading, recommending, and revisiting this week. Catherine's library find is a fun, funny, and punny spooky season pick: Stompie the Zombie by Margery Cuyler, with adorable illustrations by Binny Talib. Terri's random recommendation is a little album you may have heard about called The Life of a Showgirl. Once you realize it's a…

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Parenting Tips from “Only Murders in the Building” S5 E7, “Silver Alert” 18:00

2M ago18:00

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Every Wednesday, we share our thoughts on a newer entertainment property, and currently, that's Only Murders in the Building. While we have mostly lost patience with the mystery here, there are still some entertaining moments, such as a payoff for Oliver's years of name-dropping. Mentioned: Actors Dylan Baker and Becky Ann Baker and the movie Tradi…

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Parenting Tips from “Lost” S3 E20, “The Man Behind the Curtain” 23:39

2M ago23:39

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Each Tuesday, we discuss an older entertainment property, and currently, that's Lost. In this episode, we get our first look at Ben's backstory. Would you be surprised to learn that he, too, had a Bad Dad? Mentioned: Actors Carrie Preston (as Ben's mom, Emily; she's Michael Emerson's wife in real life) and John Gries as that bad dad. Next Tuesday…

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Weekly Roundup: If Books Could Kill Podcast, Barnes & Noble Premium Membership, and Future Planning for Young Adults 21:04

2M ago21:04

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Here's what we're reading, recommending, and revisiting this week. Catherine's library find is a podcast, recommended to her by a library coworker, called If Books Could Kill. Mentioned: Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother, The Anxious Generation, Blink, He's Just Not That Into You (and its movie version). Terri's random recommendation, speaking of b…

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Parenting Tips from “Only Murders in the Building” S5 E6, “Flatbush” 17:37

2M ago17:37

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Parenting Tips from “Lost” S3 E19, “The Brig” 22:12

2M ago22:12

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Weekly Roundup: “Advanced Parenting,” Solitaired, and Parenting Independent Kids 22:13

2M ago22:13

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Here's what we're reading, recommending, and revisiting this week. Catherine's library find is a parenting book that at least acknowledges how tough a road some of us have. It's called Advanced Parenting, by pediatrician Kelly Fradin, MD. Mentioned: Library patron reviews of Deadpool vs. Wolverine; the 2005 movie Just Like Heaven. Terri's random …

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Parenting Tips from “Only Murders in the Building” S5 E5, “Tongue Tied” 21:16

2M ago21:16

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Every Wednesday, we share our thoughts on a newer entertainment property, and currently, that's Only Murders in the Building. This episode gave us the (brief) return of Da'Vine Joy Randolph's Detective Williams, and a further justification for tracking family members on their phones. Mentioned: The official OMITB podcast. Next Wednesday, we'll cont…

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Parenting Tips from “Lost” S3 E18, “D.O.C.” 20:53

2M ago20:53

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Each Tuesday, we discuss an older entertainment property, and currently, that's Lost. On this episode, we question the healthcare facilities available on the island, as well as the need for yet another hour of TV reminding us that people keep lying to Jin. Next Tuesday, we'll continue with season 3, episode 19, "The Brig." Tomorrow, we'll continu…

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Weekly Roundup: “Carrot Creatures,” DWTS 34 Recaps, and Parent Hotlines We’d Like to See 25:26

3M ago25:26

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Here's what we're reading, recommending, and revisiting this week. Catherine's library find, Carrot Creatures: Make Your Own, came from the children's department, but we have concerns. Mentioned: So You Want to Be a Chef and The Jazzy Vegetarian. Terri's random recommendation is our coverage of the current season of Dancing with the Stars, record…

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Parenting Tips from “Only Murders in the Building” S5 E4, “Dirty Birds” 15:37

3M ago15:37

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Every Wednesday, we share our thoughts on a newer entertainment property, and currently, that's Only Murders in the Building. Last week, we complained about the schtick level, and now we have issues with the plausibility level, as the trio laughably escapes the billionaires' attention in the Velvet Room and then falls for an obviously bad business …

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Parenting Tips from “Lost” S3 E17, “Catch 22” 17:32

3M ago17:32

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Each Tuesday, we discuss an older entertainment property, and currently, that's Lost. On this episode, we identify with Desmond's struggles to both predict the outcomes of his actions and bear the responsibility of keeping Charlie alive. Next Tuesday, we'll continue with season 3, episode 18, "D.O.C." Tomorrow, we'll continue with our discussion …

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Weekly Roundup: “The Joy of Half a Cookie,” one sec, and Our Canine Kids 28:50

3M ago28:50

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Here's what we're reading, recommending, and revisiting this week. Catherine's library find has a title that got her fuming: The Joy of Half a Cookie by Jean Keristeller with Alisa Bowman. It's meant to be a diet book that uses mindfulness and meditation techniques to promote weight loss. We think it would be much more joyful to just eat an entire …

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Parenting Tips from “Only Murders in the Building” S5 E1-3 18:20

3M ago18:20

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Every Wednesday, we share our thoughts on a newer entertainment property, and currently, that's Only Murders in the Building. The start of season 5 was uneven: The shtick dial was turned up way too high in episodes 1 and 3, but episode 2 was a lovely look at Lester's life at the Arconia. Mentioned: Tony Plana (playing the doorman who mentored Leste…

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Parenting Tips from “Lost” S3 E16, “One of Us” 21:29

3M ago21:29

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Each Tuesday, we discuss an older entertainment property, and currently, that's Lost. This episode continues to ask the same questions that have been brought up frequently already: Is Juliet "one of us," the castaways? Is she a victim or a victimizer? Might she be both?! Next Tuesday, we'll continue with season 3, episode 17, "Catch-22." Tomorrow…

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Weekly Roundup: “The Feather Detective," DWTS Season 34 Cast, and When Mama Bear Comes Out of Hibernation 24:21

3M ago24:21

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Here's what we're reading, recommending, and revisiting this week. Catherine's library find is a new nonfiction release that sounds like a novel, with a cranky, quirky female protagonist solving crimes. It's The Feather Detective: Mystery, Mayhem, and the Magnificent Life of Roxie Laybourne by Chris Sweeney. Terri's random recommendation is Danci…

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Parenting Tips from “The Gilded Age” S3 E8, “My Mind Is Made Up” 25:02

3M ago25:02

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Every Wednesday, we share our thoughts on a newer entertainment property, and currently, that's The Gilded Age. The season wrapped up with a plot-packed episode: Emergency, anesthetic-free surgery; two balls; a marriage proposal; a pregnancy reveal; and two Russell men tanking their relationships for questionable reasons. Mentioned: "It's Quiet Upt…

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Parenting Tips from “Lost” S3 E15, “Left Behind” 20:57

3M ago20:57

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Each Tuesday, we discuss an older entertainment property, and currently, that's Lost. Did we need more details about Kate's backstory and how it tangentially intersected with Sawyer's? Not really, but that's what we got, plus a hint of Juliet's duplicity. Next Tuesday, we'll continue with season 3, episode 16, "One of Us." Tomorrow, we'll wrap up o…

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Weekly Roundup: “Deadpool vs. Wolverine” Reviews, Taylor and Travis, and Quiet Quitting as a Parent 17:05

3M ago17:05

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Here's what we're reading, recommending, and revisiting this week. Catherine's library find is a (negative) patron review of Deadpool vs. Wolverine, which was seconded by another patron. While you shouldn't leave bookmarks, personal items, garbage, or messages in your returned library materials, your library workers do secretly love the messages. …

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Parenting Tips from “The Gilded Age” S3 E7, “Ex-Communicated” 22:43

3M ago22:43

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Every Wednesday, we share our thoughts on a newer entertainment property, and currently, that's The Gilded Age. In this episode, some people are learning that gossip doesn't pay, and others that enemies can be lurking behind every door. Mentioned: HBO's Gilded Age podcast. Next Wednesday, we'll finish season 3 with episode 8, "My Mind Is Made Up." …

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Parenting Tips from “Lost” S3 E14, “Exposé” 15:52

3M ago15:52

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Each Tuesday, we discuss an older entertainment property, and currently, that's Lost. In this entirely pointless episode, we got the backstory (and the current story) of Nikki and Paulo, two characters we only met a few weeks ago and don't care about in the slightest. Watching it was an exercise in practicing patience, as parents have to do a lot. …

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Weekly Roundup: “Austentatious Crochet,” UK Trip Report, and Parenting Through the (Kids’) Ages 22:14

3M ago22:14

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Here's what we're reading, recommending, and revisiting this week. Catherine's library find is for all you Janeites who are also fiber artists. It's called Austentatious Crochet: 36 Contemporary Designs from the World of Jane Austen by Melissa Horozewski. Mentioned: The Mr. Darcy and Miss Tilney mystery series. Terri's random recommendation is gr…

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Parenting Tips from “The Gilded Age” S3 E6, “If You Want to Cook an Omelette” 19:44

3M ago19:44

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Every Wednesday, we share our thoughts on a newer entertainment property, and currently, that's The Gilded Age. In this episode, Bertha crosses an ocean to help her daughter. She wisely does so by coaching Gladys to taste victory, knowing that's all her girl needs. Peggy should take notes, because she's going to need these techniques soon. Next Wed…

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Parenting Tips from “Lost” S3 E13, “The Man from Tallahassee” 18:30

4M ago18:30

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Each Tuesday, we discuss an older entertainment property, and currently, that's Lost. In this episode, Ben's manipulative skills and Locke's sad-sackery and poor decisions were on full display. The result: A submarine blew up. Oops! Next Tuesday, we'll continue with season 3, episode 14, "Exposé." Tomorrow, we'll continue our discussion of a newer …

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Parenting Tips from “The Gilded Age” S3 E5, “A Different World” 21:06

4M ago21:06

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Every Wednesday, we share our thoughts on a newer entertainment property, and currently, that's The Gilded Age. And Duchess Gladys isn't the only one in a different world. Jack's navigating the milieu of the newly rich, Ada's visiting the spirit realm, and Larry's lighting out for the wild west. Next Wednesday, we'll watch season 3, episode 6, "If …

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Parenting Tips from “Lost” S3 E12, “Par Avion” 20:21

4M ago20:21

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Each Tuesday, we discuss an older entertainment property, and currently, that's Lost. This episode showed us that some castaways have not just daddy issues, but also mommy issues. Poor Claire! We also draw a parallel between Desmond's ability to see the future and the worries that come with being a parent. Mentioned: Lostpedia. Next Tuesday, we'll …

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Parenting Tips from “The Gilded Age” S3 E4, “Marriage Is a Gamble” 25:32

4M ago25:32

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Every Wednesday, we share our thoughts on a newer entertainment property, and currently that's The Gilded Age. This episode's crisis was the will-they-or-won't-they wedding of Gladys to the Duke of Buckingham. But if you know Bertha, we think you know how this turns out. Mentioned: Recaps at the Drinks with Broads Substack. Next Wednesday, we'll wa…

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Parenting Tips from “Lost” S3 E11, “Enter 77” 19:35

4M ago19:35

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Each Tuesday, we discuss an older entertainment property, and currently, that's Lost. In this episode, Locke makes some bad decisions (no surprise here), Sayid is tortured by his past (again, familiar), and we predict, correctly, that Sawyer's bravado will come back to bite him. Next Tuesday, we'll continue with season 3, episode 12, "Par Avion." T…