Parenting Roundabout

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 cookie. ​ Terri's random recommendation is a return to a previous pick, the one sec app. It's now added a website-blocker feature to its previous offering, a website-delayer, which turned out to be not enough to deter Terri from her Facebook video clips. ​ In the archives, we checked in on an episode from 2017 on raising our canine kids. Mentioned: Bluey, the cartoon dog, who is a blue heeler. Bonus content!: Check out our 15-minute recap of Dancing with the Stars, recorded immediately after the season premiere on Tuesday. Next week's lineup: Lost Only Murders in the Building Until then (and anytime you're in need), the archives are available.

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 Lester) as grandfather Berto on the 2017 remake of One Day at a Time. Next Wednesday, we'll continue with season 5, episode 4, "Dirty Birds." We'll be back tomorrow with our weekly roundup.

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, we'll continue with our discussion of a newer show, Only Murders in the Building, season 5, episode 4, "Dirty Birds."

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 Dancing with the Stars season 34, which premieres on September 16. Every season, she decides whether or not to tune in based on who the "stars" are, and she's interested in a few this time. We won't be covering all the episodes here on the podcast as we have in the past, but check our social media for quick reactions. ​ In the archives, we checked in on an episode from 2020 on what happens when Mama Bear comes out of hibernation. Next week's lineup: Lost Only Murders in the Building Until then (and anytime you're in need), the archives are available. This episode was recorded in front of a live audience ... of dogs.

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 Uptown" from Hamilton. Next Wednesday, we'll return to another of our Manhattan-based faves. Only Murders in the Building returns for season 5! We'll watch the first three episodes (thereafter, we'll watch one a week). We'll be back tomorrow with our weekly roundup. This episode was recorded in front of a live audience ... of dogs.

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 our discussion of a newer show, The Gilded Age.

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. ​ Terri's random recommendation is a little piece of news that maybe you missed: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are engaged, following her delightful appearance on the Kelce brothers' New Heights podcast. ​ In the archives, we checked in on an episode from 2022 on quiet quitting as a parent. Next week's lineup: Lost The Gilded Age Until then (and anytime you're in need), the archives are available.

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." We'll be back tomorrow with our weekly roundup.

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. Next Tuesday, we'll continue with season 3, episode 15, "Left Behind." Tomorrow, we'll continue our discussion of a newer show, The Gilded Age.

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 graciously stepping aside this week so Catherine can report on her trip to Scotland and England (speaking of the world of Jane Austen!). She visited London, Liverpool, and Edinburgh, where she attended performances at both the International Festival and the Fringe Festival—including one from Laura Benanti, of The Gilded Age and Broadway fame. ​ In the archives, we checked in on an episode from 2020 on parenting through the (kids') ages. It's hard all the time! Next week's lineup: Lost The Gilded Age Until then (and anytime you're in need), the archives are available.

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 Wednesday, we'll watch season 3, episode 7, "Ex-Communicated." We'll be back tomorrow with our weekly roundup.

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 show, The Gilded Age.

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 You Want to Cook an Omelette." The weekly roundup is on vacation this week, so we'll be back next Tuesday with Lost (season 3, episode 13, "The Man from Tallahassee"). This episode was recorded before a live audience ... of dogs.

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 continue with season 3, episode 13, "The Man From Tallahassee." Tomorrow, we'll continue our discussion of a newer show, The Gilded Age. This episode was recorded before a live studio audience ... of dogs.

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 watch season 3, episode 5, "A Different World." Our weekly roundup is off this week, so join us back here next Tuesday for Lost (season 3, episode 12, "Par Avion"). This episode was recorded before a live audience ... of dogs.

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." Tomorrow, we'll continue with our discussion of The Gilded Age. This episode was recorded before a live studio audience ... of dogs.

Here's what we're reading, recommending, and revisiting this week. Catherine's library find is her response to Terri's challenge: Are there etiquette books for children? You better believe there are, with options from dinosaurs and SpongeBob to Clifford and American Girl; and of course, there's a book specifically about manners related to passing gas. Also mentioned: 365 Manners Kids Should Know and Mind Your Manners, B.B. Wolf. ​ Terri's random recommendation is Rhythm and Beat, a shop selling fun music-themed t-shirts including the Things We Did shirt and the My Brain Is Like 80% Song Lyrics shirt (see last week's roundup for a demonstration of how accurate that is). Mentioned: Ridiculously cheap Fountains of Wayne t-shirts, Summerfest. ​ In the archives, we checked in on an episode from 2018 called Pet Patrol. Mentioned: ChuckIt! ball launcher. Next week's lineup: Lost The Gilded Age Until then (and anytime you're in need), the archives are available. This episode was recorded before a live studio audience ... of dogs.

Every Wednesday, we share our thoughts on a newer entertainment property, and currently, that's The Gilded Age. It's true that love is never easy (for Larry/Marian, Peggy/Hot Doctor, and more), but of course, Bertha gets her way when it comes to her daughter's marriage plans. Mentioned: Actor Andrew Garman, who played the father of another potential duchess and was also in The Holdovers. Next Wednesday, we'll watch season 3, episode 4, "Marriage Is a Gamble." We'll be back tomorrow with our weekly roundup. This episode was recorded before a live audience ... of dogs.

Each Tuesday, we discuss an older entertainment property, and currently, that's Lost. And this episode, for everyone except Tricia Tanaka, was a lot of fun (which we sorely needed). While we did learn that Hurley has daddy issues—who doesn't, on this island?—we also got to see the power of a joyride to make life feel a little less heavy. Next Tuesday, we'll continue with season 3, episode 11, "Enter 77." Tomorrow, we'll continue our discussion of The Gilded Age. This episode was recorded before a live studio audience ... of dogs.

Here's what we're reading, recommending, and revisiting this week. Catherine's library find is another of the parenting books we love to hate (or at least find fault with). It's called Hunt, Gather, Parent: What Ancient Cultures Can Teach Us About the Lost Art of Raising Happy, Helpful Little Humans by Michaeleen Doucleff. Mentioned: Similar "other cultures have this figured out" books on French, Danish, and broadly Scandinavian parenting. ​ Terri's random recommendation is a few earworms she generously shares with us: First, a song about pronouncing Rob McElhenney's name (mentioned on our Lost recap two weeks ago), for which we can thank Ryan Reynolds; "Ben Franklin's Song," by the Decembrists from Hamildrops; and "Dead Skunk in the Middle of the Road," by Loudon Wainwright III. Mentioned: A New York Times article about McElhenney's show It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia. ​ In the archives, we checked in on an episode from 2021 on life's many pressures. Next week's lineup: Lost The Gilded Age Until then (and anytime you're in need), the archives are available. This episode was recorded before a live studio audience ... of dogs.