Best Podcastone The Direct Message Podcasts (2024)

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131: S2. Thank you. 53:29

2y ago53:29

53:29

Daniella and Andrew expand on the podcast announcement from last week and reflect on their journey so far. They look at some of the past episode topics, discuss some of their favorite guests and share a message with the listeners. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Daniella Monet & Andrew Gardner

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130: S2. We’re taking a break 1:05:30

2y ago1:05:30

1:05:30

Daniella talks about an exciting new opportunity and why she feels the need to shift focus. Due to this, Daniella and Andrew make an announcement regarding the podcast and have a message for the Adulting Like a Mother Father community. Then they talk to psychotherapist & coach Jessica Baum (@jessicabaumlmhc). Jessica breaks down attachment theory a…

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129: S2. The Woman Behind the Curtain 50:14

2y ago50:14

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Daniella and Andrew talk to the woman behind the content, Kellie Daniel. You may have seen some of her work as Kellie has worked hard to help many of the businesses related to Adulting. Kellie tells the story of how she first came into contact with Daniella and Andrew and how she found her calling in the world of entertainment. She also discusses s…

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128: S2. Here's something we wish we knew before we were in our 30s... 56:39

2y ago56:39

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Daniella and Andrew talk about gratitude and how they are learning to approach life in a different way. Then they talk to Sidney Raskind (@sidneyraz). King of all adulting content on TikTok, Sidney talks about how he built his platform and what kept him going after years of false starts. He also talks about the "sweet spot" in terms of content crea…

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127: S2. Got Money on My Mind 1:04:58

2y ago1:04:58

1:04:58

Daniella and Andrew fly out to Dallas to attend Matt Bennett's iParty. Find out how it went down and what was it like for Daniella to be back on stage after a long time off. They also talk about Mother's Day and how Daniella reconnected with a childhood friend. Then Daniella and Andrew talk to Marissa Bronfman about impact investing. Marissa Bronfm…

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126: S2. There's a Rumor Goin' Round About Me and You… 55:19

2y ago55:19

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Daniella and Andrew struggle when it comes to disciplining the kids which opens up a discussion on nature vs nurture. They also talk about their trip to Stagecoach and debut some new segments! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Daniella Monet & Andrew Gardner

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125: S2. Stainless Steel is Inert 1:01:33

2y ago1:01:33

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Daniella and Andrew talk about their recent night out which they have named a parent "extravaganza". They also get into their big wins and fails for the week which include a story about Andrew having to fight a girl. Then they talk to Dr. Manasa Mantravadi who tells us about the dangers of using plastics in our everyday lives. She explains how plas…

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124: S2. Let's Unpack the Penis 1:06:09

2y ago1:06:09

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Daniella and Andrew talk to creator, writer, & producer Heidi Clements. Daniella met Heidi on the set of the show Baby Daddy where she worked as an executive producer and writer. Heidi describes the negatives about working in show business and why it's easy to be labeled a "mean" person when you are naturally an introvert. Heidi goes into detail of…

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123: S2. ̶E̶a̶s̶t̶e̶r̶ ̶ Playboy Bunny's Coming to Town... 56:21

2y ago56:21

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Daniella and Andrew talk to actress, model, reality TV and radio personality Jessica Hall. Jessica talks about her days modeling for Playboy and the infamous Playboy mansion parties. Jessica describes how she had to hustle for any opportunities that were available and worked hard to avoid the pitfalls surrounding that world. She also gets into what…

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122: S2. It's that time of the month, isn't it? 1:04:58

2y ago1:04:58

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Andrew turns 34 and reflects on where he's at in life and where he wants to go. Then Andrew and Daniella sit down to talk to Jes Hagan (@hermoodmentor) about all things PMDD. Jes is a period educator, integrative menstrual health coach, and fertility awareness method instructor who specializes a cyclical reproductive mood disorder known as- Premens…

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121: S2. It’s all a little toxic 55:33

2y ago55:33

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Andrew talks about his recent lifestyle change and how it has affected his daily routine. He also talks about a recent discussion he had with a friend about God. Then Daniella and Andrew talk to Ashlee Belfiore (@healthbyshlee) about living a non-toxic lifestyle. Ashlee describes how we are exposed to toxins everyday and the simple choices she make…

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120: S2. What does your gut say? 1:13:40

2y ago1:13:40

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Daniella and Andrew sit down with bestselling author Dr. Will Bulsiewicz, AKA Dr. B, for an in-depth conversation about gut health. Dr. B describes how the conventional health care model makes huge mistakes by not acknowledging diet and lifestyle. He also talks about the history of the healthcare system why it has developed flaws as time went on . …

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119: S2. It’s a Match! 1:05:00

2y ago1:05:00

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Daniella lands her first acting job in three years but there are a few hiccups on the way there. Listen to hear how Daniella's key hogging habits left Andrew and the kids stranded. Also, Andrew describes how he almost got scammed but managed to realize that there was a problem before it was too late. Then they talk to Abby, Daniella's Mother in law…

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118: S2. Be a Better Listener 31:50

2y ago31:50

31:50

Daniella and Andrew decide to record after they had been previously arguing for an hour and a half. They breakdown the argument and describe how the latest developments with the rebuild have left them with feelings of instability which contributed to them turning on each other. They realize that they keep hitting roadblocks when it comes to arguing…

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117: S2. Building a Bigger Pie 1:11:49

2y ago1:11:49

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Andrew and Daniella talk to Kenny Wiggins (@wigdaddy60) former NFL guard and Andrew's childhood best friend. Andrew and Kenny have been friends since the 7th grade and they talk about growing up in Sacramento and the lessons they learned from watching their families struggle to make ends meet. Kenny also talks about what it is like being in busines…

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116: S2. Doing “couple things” with Shawn Johnson East & Andrew East 1:00:58

2y ago1:00:58

1:00:58

Andrew and Daniella talk about letting loose while on a weekend wine tasting trip and then talk to Former Olympic Gymnast Shawn Johnson and NFL player Andrew East. Shawn and Andrew host Couple Things Podcast (https://www.couplethingspod.com) Andrew and Daniella find out what it was like for the couple to pursue their athletic dreams while dating an…

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115: S2. Megan Fox Me Up 44:44

2y ago44:44

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Daniella and Andrew poll the audience to help them decide on changes to the podcast. Daniella is struggling to live in construction as the house continues to get built but her spirits are uplifted when she discovers a connection to Megan Fox. Both Andrew and Daniella see the importance of community as they slowly build up relationships in their new…

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114: S2. You Know You’re an Adult When… 1:02:28

2y ago1:02:28

1:02:28

Daniella and Andrew finally move into the new house! However, the feeling is bittersweet because although they are officially moved in, the house needs a lot of work and things are moving SLOW. Daniella gets an unexpected call from her brother and discusses celebrating small wins but also managing expectations. Andrew is learning how part of adulti…

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113: S2. HOW are we doing THIS? 25:43

2y ago25:43

25:43

While the house is getting finished Andrew and Daniella have been staying at a ranch but sadly it is time for them to hit the old dusty trail. They detail what their life was like on the ranch and realize that, although life back at home awaits them, this ranch might have changed their plans for the future. While discussing the transition to the ne…

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112: S2. Guess Who’s Back? (Back Again) 57:25

2y ago57:25

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Andrew's back! Daniella tells Andrew what it was like doing an episode without him. Now in their new home, they describe their feelings on moving out of the house where they shared so many family milestones in. While discussing the new place, Daniella reveals that she has had bouts of uncomfortable laughter and describes social situations where tha…

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111: S2. Daniella's One Woman Show 52:31

2+ y ago52:31

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Daniella is solo today and she doesn't hold back. Listen as she details why it has been such an eventful and stressful week. After she takes advantage of her chance to vent, she also answer listener questions! Daniella addresses the possibility of a Victorious reunion, updates on her brother, confidence tips, the way her and Andrew split finances, …

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110: S2. Are You an Andrew or a Daniella? 50:44

2+ y ago50:44

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Daniella and Andrew elaborate further on their plans for 2022. They also discuss how their individual approach to life differs, exemplified most recently while buying appliances for the new house. Daniella also discusses the need to feel settled and her desire for simpler, more meaningful things in her life. Then they answer listener questions deal…

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109: S2. We're Stepping Things Up in 2022.. 25:56

2+ y ago25:56

25:56

Andrew and Daniella are manifesting things for the new year. On this week's episode they read each others personal, professional and relationship goals for 2022. Are they aligned relationship wise? Where do they see the podcast going next year? Does Andrew want to add another kid to the bunch? Find out what they are looking forward to and what they…

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108: S2. Naughty or Nice 51:40

2+ y ago51:40

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Daniella briefly touches on the medical emergency that led to them missing last week's recording but which did lead to a funny exchange between Andrew and a doctor. Daniella also talks about the overwhelming week she why she thinks that show that society needs to talk about hormones more. After giving an update on her acting offer, Daniella springs…

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107: S2. Daniella Got an Offer... 42:31

2+ y ago42:31

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Andrew learns to bite the bullet and spend money on the things they need while Daniella breaks her toe and spends time in Candy Cane Lane. Andrew also gets a chance to share his favorite Christmas movie with the kids. Do they end up enjoying it as much as he does? Although Daniella had made peace with potentially being away from acting for a while,…

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106: S2. Sex Begets Sex 41:36

2+ y ago41:36

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Daniella and Andrew discuss Kinder Beauty's recent growth, baby hairs and renovation delays caused by their loan application. Then, Gio does a surprise drop in to talk about his first sleep over. Daniella and Andrew also answer questions from listeners such as how to set boundaries with your parents, how they deal with jealousy, and how they keep i…

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105: S2. This is LIVING!! 47:26

2+ y ago47:26

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Daniella and Andrew get into the blow up that resulted in not releasing an episode last week. Daniella explains how her lack of attention to detail, while unideal at times, actually worked out for the best at a recent baby shower she attended. The couple adopt the HODL (Hold on For Dear Life) mentality when it comes navigating finances and family l…

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104: S2. Kit and Kapootle 36:26

2+ y ago36:26

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On this episode of Adulting, Andrew talks about losing his patience with Gio and Daniella talks about having friends over, a rare occurrence, which gives her a chance to try out a new word. They both discuss forcing yourself to live in the moment, "checking out, and checking into family life" by narrowing their focus and not spreading themselves th…

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103: S2. The fail that left D sleepless 40:02

2+ y ago40:02

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Daniella and Andrew detail their Halloween and Daniella describes how she went down an anxiety spiral while dealing with Ivry. Andrew goes to great lengths to pick the perfect appliance for the new house and both discuss the possibility of a new business venture in their new community. Also, Daniella tries to uncover Andrew's service industry datin…

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102: S2. Never Say Never 1:02:28

2+ y ago1:02:28

1:02:28

Daniella and Andrew talk about the possibility of getting engaged again which leads to a discussion of celebrity couples that have struggled with commitment. Daniella then describes taking the kids to Gentle Barn, a farm filled with rescued animals, and how important it is to teach kids about the fair treatment of animals. Later they answer questio…

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101: S2. You don’t know what you don't nose 40:05

2+ y ago40:05

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Fresh from his nose surgery, Andrew describes the story of how his doctor "made him see God" during a post surgery checkup. Then, Daniella and Andrew talk about what they have learned from their relationship healer/therapist, Michele Paradise, and how it made them reframe the way they looked at postpartum anxiety. Daniella also provides a few surpr…

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100: S2. Keeping’ It One Hundo - Our 100th Episode! 59:43

2+ y ago59:43

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On the 100th episode, Daniella and Andrew reflect on the time they met for the first time IRL. They discuss how much they have grown since then, both as a unit and as individuals. Andrew tells the story of his first panic attack and Daniella talks about how having kids has made her realize the importance of mental health. Then, they answer listener…

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99: S2. We’ve got a grip on things 44:56

2+ y ago44:56

44:56

Daniella shares why she has been feeling anxious lately and Andrew talks about Ivry's recent sleep struggles. Both discuss the importance of seeing themselves as a unit in order to be more supportive to one another. They also answer listener voicemails dealing with being an over present parent, feeling anxious about the future for your kids, and me…

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98: S2. Big Lou in Da House 1:04:38

2+ y ago1:04:38

1:04:38

Gio is turning two and a few family members have arrived in town to celebrate. This gives Andrew and Daniella a chance to sit down with Daniella's father, Big Lou. He shares stories of his children, his ideas on marriage and why life is so much harder for young people today. Please support the show by checking out our sponsors! KiwiCo - For 50% off…

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97: S2. What You DIDN'T Know About Influencers 55:38

2+ y ago55:38

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Daniella and Andrew talk about their new (too) quiet house and the big events happening in the near future including Gio's birthday and Andrew's surgery. Then they detail their experience pivoting their careers to focus on social media. They go behind the scenes to reveal what it's like having your income depend on brand deals. They also discuss wh…

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96: S2. The Terrible 2s 58:03

2+ y ago58:03

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Daniella and Andrew talk about what they are experiencing with Gio as he enters his terrible 2s. This experience is especially taxing on Daniella as it reminds her of the struggles her own brother went through and the strain that put on her parents relationship. Daniella and Andrew then answer listener emails and voicemails dealing with ADHD, deali…

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95: S2. my relationship with alcohol 50:55

2+ y ago50:55

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Andrew reveals why he has been in his head lately in regards to his alcohol consumption. Find out why he has a hard time hitting the "chill" button. Andrew and Daniella also answer listener voicemails asking advice in regards to moving in with a significant other for the first time, when they began to feel like parents, and how to approach a partne…

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94: S2. This left Andrew SPEECHLESS… 45:50

2+ y ago45:50

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On this episode of Adulting Like a Mother Father, Daniella gets an opportunity to entertain a crowd which reminds Andrew of a time Daniella send him an unforgettable voice message. Also, Daniella and Andrew talk scalp scrubs and Gio's rapper name. Later, they answer listener voicemails dealing with vegan meals, spanking, loosing motivation and thre…

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93: S2. D Loves a Good D 55:02

2+ y ago55:02

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On this episode of Adulting Like a Mother Father, Andrew takes a deep dive into what Daniella is experiencing at this point in her life and how her past shaped her into who she is today . Daniella reveals what she struggles with most, her career goals, what caused her to move out of the house at seventeen, her family's relationship with money, and …

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92: S2. Million Dollar Mother Father 44:53

2+ y ago44:53

44:53

On this episode of Adulting, Daniella and Andrew chat with Ryan Serhant from Million Dollar Listing New York! With the new home purchase fresh on their minds, Daniella and Andrew ask Ryan lots of pertinent real estate questions. Ryan details how he recognizes a good deal, offers tips on how to get social media attention for a business and gives adv…

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91: S2. Living with No Regrets 1:07:17

2+ y ago1:07:17

1:07:17

Andrew and Daniella discuss all the stressful new decisions that come with buying and remodeling the new home all while dealing with Gio who has gotten his first cold. They talk about their individual progress in the Fit Like a MF challenge and the awesome Facebook community behind it. Then they answer voicemails dealing with not feeling in control…

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90: S2. Is Daniella Returning to Acting? 54:55

2+ y ago54:55

54:55

On this episode of Adulting Like a Mother Father, Daniella and Andrew talk about the voicemails they received from listeners who sang the song "Chicago". Some knocked it out of the park...some not so much. They discuss camping out for the first time at the new house and Andrew reveals certain fears creeping in regarding the new home purchase. Also,…

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89: S2. Gio’s accident is an earful 46:21

2+ y ago46:21

46:21

On this episode of Adulting Like a Mother Father, Daniella describes a recent accident with Gio that left her shook. On lighter news, Fit Like a MF is live and poppin' (https://fitlikeamf.com/) and Daniella and Andrew detail what it was like to have people over to their new home. They also announce a giveaway related to the voicemail portion of the…

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88: S2. You’re in a mood 46:59

2+ y ago46:59

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Due to some miscommunication right before the start of the episode, Daniella and Andrew try to figure out which of them is "in a mood" while recording. As they get that sorted out they talk about finalizing the deal on the new home, which Daniella feels she was profiled for, and talk about the plans they have for the new house. They describe why th…

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87: S2. Should we have kept this to ourselves? 49:52

3y ago49:52

49:52

On this episode of Adulting Like a Mother Father, Daniella and Andrew respond to feedback from those who listened to last week's emotional episode. Andrew talks about having a rare bonding moment with Ivry and then they discuss what it's like to have a house that auditions for commercials. Things then get a lot more serious when on a walk Daniella …

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86: S2. I don't want to live without you 45:26

3y ago45:26

45:26

Daniella and Andrew get vulnerable. Fresh off an argument concerning Gio, the two of them discuss a complicated situation with extended family, which has started to affect their internal family unit. Daniella confesses she's struggling with things outside of her control and describes the crossroads she finds herself at regarding the type of relatio…

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85: S2. Why Don't You Go Somewhere Else? 55:47

3y ago55:47

55:47

On this episode of Adulting, Andrew talks about a boys weekend trip he took with Gio and Daniella describes what she did while the boys where out. They also get into the "riff tiff" that happened after the boys got back. Later, Daniella and Andrew read from a "yes, no, maybe" list that Daniella got from a sex positive podcast which eventually leads…

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84: S2. Call him Big Papa 59:44

3y ago59:44

59:44

On this episode of Adulting Like a Mother Father, Daniella and Andrew talk about Gio and his recent struggle with night terrors. They also provide an update to their new home search and Daniella describes her shock when discovering something new about their finances. Later on, Andrew interviews his Grandfather ("Big Papa") and gets advice on father…

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83: S2. Vacationing like a Mother Father 1:00:57

3y ago1:00:57

1:00:57

On this episode of Adulting Like a Mother Father, Daniella describes a confrontation she had recently and how she navigated the situation. Then Andrew and Daniella talk about the vacation they took to Huntington Beach where, although they tried their hardest to relax, an accident happened. Daniella also provides details regarding the work she has h…

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82: S2. Big Drop 1:08:00

3y ago1:08:00

1:08:00

On this episode of Adulting Like a Mother Father, Daniella surprises Andrew with the topic of discussion for this week. 10 years ago on Memorial Day weekend, Andrew slid into Daniella's private messages on Facebook. She goes back to that time and describes what her first thoughts were when she saw his facebook profile and why she flaked so many tim…

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