Best It S My Screen Time Too Podcasts (2024)

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Screen Time Sanctimony from Peter Thiel & Screen Time Scares for San Diego’s Gorillas 21:57

2h ago21:57

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Peter Thiel and the San Diego Zoo gorillas help guide our conversation about our families’ back-to-school screen time policies. Previous Episodes We Mention: Are Dumb Phones a Smart Choice for Kids? Gorillas at San Diego's zoo are getting too much screen time Tech billionaire Peter Thiel says he only allows his children 1.5 hours of screen time a w…

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The Greatest Scam Ever Written | 5. The Runner 39:45

17m ago39:45

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U.S. Postal Inspector Clayton Gerber discovers that the letters are entering the country via Albany, NY, and that they’re originating from a company in Montreal. Locating criminals across the border for extradition is no simple task, but eventually Clayton finds two of the scam’s top lieutenants. Can he get them to give up the name of their boss, t…

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A Viral Cheating Scandal with Jayna Marie, Living Alone For Your Mental Health and On-Screen Chemistry 41:55

32m ago41:55

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Gabe explains how to use the term "punk" to Allison. A listener writes in wondering if it's a bad idea to not get a roommate post-separation (and spend more money) so she can live alone for her mental health. Next, the host of "Big Lash Energy" Jayna Marie joins the show to share a rollercoaster story about getting destroyed by the internet for an …

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The Greatest Scam Ever Written | 4. The Swiss Swindlers 40:17

1h ago40:17

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To find out how the scheme is operating in the present, we go back to how it all started. We know that two Swiss businessmen had bought Maria’s name and image to add legitimacy to their mailing scheme and launch letters across Europe. But who were these men? What motivated them to cheat hundreds of thousands of people out of their life savings? And…

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Indie Rockers and Costume Shockers: Yo Gabba Gabbaland Review 29:19

7h ago29:19

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In our last episode before our fall break, we review Apple TV’s Yo Gabba Gabbaland, a reboot of a 2000s show beloved by hipster parents everywhere. We bemoan being too old to recognize any of the impressive musical guests, and we discuss whether the “variety show” label is a positive or negative for modern preschool programming. We will be back wit…

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I am taking a pause on the podcast + what I'm working on right now [Episode 331] 10:44

6h ago10:44

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We have had a wonderful summer and a lot going on as we get back into life at home, gardening, homeschooling, and friendships. There has also been a lot going on behind the scenes with the podcast, which is what I want to share with you in this week’s Thriving Thursday email so you can know what to expect. Usually by now I've gotten the next year's…

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Too Long Did Read [It]: My Dad Was Hypnotized At A County Fair 40:00

38m ago40:00

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Gabe teaches Allison about actor Daniel Day Lewis. Melisa wants to cobble shoes. r/OddlySpecific features an OP who is interested in hiring a hitman. A kid with a horrible stepmom exposes her insane rules on r/teenagers. r/readitonwiki features a bride who wonders if she was wrong to reseat her exhibitionist sister during her wedding ceremony. And …

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The Greatest Scam Ever Written | 3. One Man's Trash 42:03

12d ago42:03

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The Maria Duval letter scam began in Europe—so how did it make its way to America? U.S. Postal Inspector Clayton Gerber begins to unravel the threads of the scam when he discovers an address on Long Island, where victims are sending their replies to Duval. They also send intimate items like locks of their hair, hoping for the psychic’s help. Clayto…

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Somatic Therapy with Karden Rabin, and Dominant Masculinity 22:21

10d ago22:21

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Content Warning: Suicide Gabe wants to be Ryan Gosling in "The Fall Guy" and has a long overdue shoutout for a fan on the Patreon. A listener writes in wondering how to have a relationship with the one person they want to be with after feeling responsible for someone else's suicide. Somatic therapist Karden Rabin joins to talk about the differences…

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Why You Need To Do A Monthly Review | Parable of Harvesting Cucumbers [Episode 330] 8:45

2h ago8:45

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I went out to harvest cucumbers and green beans with my kids early one morning. The plants looked amazing, with vines reaching everywhere. At first glance, it looked like we would come out with nothing to show for our months of effort water, picking off bugs, and weeding. But after we slowed down and searched for a while, we began to see lots of ve…

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The Greatest Scam Ever Written | 2. Psychic to the Stars 40:33

13d ago40:33

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Who was Maria Duval? Her son says she had a gift, an ability to see people’s futures. She helped locate missing people and worked with the French elite, befriending Jacques Chirac and Brigitte Bardot. In the late 80s, when two businessmen approached Maria Duval with a life-changing deal, her name becomes synonymous with one of the greatest scams ev…

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Too Long Did Read [It]: Sex Cups Are For Night 37:56

14d ago37:56

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Puzzles are not for Allison or Melisa. r/prorevenge brings us the story of Bob The Builder who can't build a house. r/millennials features a thank you from a Gen Z OP. r/bestofredditupdates is full of twists and turns that might end a marriage. And finally, your birthday party isn't unique enough. Check out all of our content on Patreon, Ad Free! W…

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Time-Traveling Nerdery for the Whole Family: Time Bandits Review 28:22

6d ago28:22

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We have a great time reviewing Apple TV’s nerdy time-traveling adventure series Time Bandits, which manages to make ancient history look realistic while still being fun. Previous episodes we mention: Pretzel and the Puppies Harriet the Spy Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock The Snoopy Show Jane Ghostwriter Better Nate Than Ever As of our taping, the or…

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5 Big Mistakes Moms Make On the 5 Step Path from Surviving to Thriving [Episode 329] 18:25

7d ago18:25

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As mothers, we often find ourselves navigating the challenging journey from merely surviving our days to truly thriving. Over the years, I've had the privilege of working with many amazing moms, and I've noticed some common pitfalls that can make this journey feel even more daunting. Today, I'd like to share some insights to help smooth your path. …

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REPLAY: Olympic Superstar Simone Biles, Toxic Beauty Standards with Jackie Johnson and When We Feel Beautiful 52:03

25d ago52:03

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Original Air Date: March 25, 2020 In celebration of Simone Biles' epic Paris Olympic performance, we're revisiting our incredible episode with her! Get ready for a special episode featuring Simone Biles and SK-II! Gabe and Allison answer a listener’s question about whether she actually enjoys her feminine presentation or if she’s a victim of societ…

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The Greatest Scam Ever Written | 1. Your Devoted Friend 40:25

12d ago40:25

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What would you do if you got a mysterious letter promising to restore your health and vitality? Doreen Robinson wrote back and sent money to the French psychic named Maria Duval who’d written to her. As their relationship deepened, Doreen had no idea that she wasn’t the only one. In fact, hundreds of thousands of people had gotten a Duval letter, a…

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My Friend, the Serial Killer | 2. Confessions 32:14

15d ago32:14

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Steve dives deeper into the details of the killer’s life, reaching out to his wife and daughter in an attempt to secure an exclusive interview with the killer in prison. Meanwhile, the Florida police dig into the grisly details of the killer’s crimes… but if they want to hold the killer accountable, they are going to need evidence. Subscribe to The…

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My Friend, the Serial Killer | 1. Local Man 35:00

12d ago35:00

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Steve Fishman is an intern at his local Connecticut newspaper and a regular hitchhiker. When one of his hitched rides comes to an unnerving conclusion, Steve shrugs it off—until weeks later, when the news breaks that the driver he rode with has confessed to being a serial killer who preys on hitchhikers. Steve sees the chance to get the scoop of a …

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Introducing: My Friend, the Serial Killer 2:55

27d ago2:55

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What would you do if someone you knew turned out to be a serial killer? In the 1970s, Steve Fishman was an intern at his local newspaper, when one day he hitched a ride back from Boston with Robert Carr III, better known as “Red.” Red seemed trustworthy enough, but he was hiding a secret: by the time he had picked up Steve, he had already killed th…

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Grief with Cody Delistraty, Forgiving Problematic Celebs, and Nepo Babies 26:13

14d ago26:13

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Allison and Gabe contemplate helpful ghosts. A listener writes wondering if they can forgive two of their favorite celebrities for bad behavior. Next, Cody Delistraty joins the show to talk about his book "The Grief Cure," the speculative future of "deleting memories," and handling the loss of someone who is still alive. And finally, nepo babies an…

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You’re Welcome, Hollywood: Parents Save the Summer Box Office 18:11

15d ago18:11

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The box office numbers are in, and parents’ taking their kids to see movies like Inside Out 2 and Despicable Me 4 are saving an otherwise disappointing season in Hollywood. We pat ourselves on the back for rescuing the entertainment industry and discuss what such a multiplex-heavy summer means for movies in general and our families specifically. As…

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Thriving Thought - Embrace the Season You Are In No Matter What is Coming Next [Episode 328] 10:16

14d ago10:16

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Currently, we are in a season in our lives that could be temporary - or we could be here to stay for a long, long time. I'm very good at temporary. Moving has been my lot in life, growing up with my parents (I went to 10 schools by the time I graduated high school) and since getting married (we've lived in 6 homes). But living somewhere where stayi…

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Introducing: The Greatest Scam Ever Written 3:34

19d ago3:34

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What would you do if one handwritten letter promised to change your life forever? All of us want magic, to feel like there is some sort of exterior force guiding our next steps, to believe our fate is written in the stars. This is the story of 1 million hopeful Americans, the global scam that took $200m from them, and the mastermind who managed it …

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Too Long Did Read [It]: TLDRI: It Sucks That I'm Trying To Be Nice Person 38:34

1M ago38:34

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Allison is gonna become a witch. Gabe is gonna join a fitness cult. r/rareinsults claps back at Nikki Haley. r/relationships features a groom's brother who is determined to steal the spotlight, causing the bride distress. /truecrimediscussion highlights really (really) bad police behavior. r/BuyItForLife recommends objects that can change your life…

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Brandy is the Movie Star We Needed This Summer: Descendants The Rise of Red Review 26:26

1M ago26:26

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We review the latest installment in Disney’s juggernaut tween Descendants franchise: The Rise of Red. Can Aurodon survive the replacement of its core cast? Does the soundtrack live up to previous installments? Most importantly, how happy are we to see Brandy as Cinderella again? Spoiler alert: very happy. Previous episodes we mention: Teen Beach Mo…

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Which Problems to Focus on In Each Phase on the 5 Step Path From Surviving to Thriving [Episode 327] 23:23

1M ago23:23

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It can be so hard to feel like we are just surviving our days and see a huge list of all that needs to happen, but in reality all we need to do is focus on managing today and making tomorrow a little bit better too. Each of the five phases along the path have a specific focus, systems, and skills so that you can dramatically shorten your to-do list…

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Fame with Greg Behrendt, Expressing Feelings For Someone Whose Heart You Broke and Microfeminism [Minisode] 20:29

2M ago20:29

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Gabe is hustling to...workout. A listener wonders if it's fair to share feelings for a friend after turning her down years earlier. Greg Behredt then joins the chat to discuss his rise and fall from fame following his hit book, He's Just Not That Into You. What happens when you lose control of your career and image? (Nothing good!) And finally, mic…

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