Episodes
Friday Sep 17, 2021
The Fall Family Blues
Friday Sep 17, 2021
Friday Sep 17, 2021
This time of year is always a tough one for families, as back-to-school bumps in the road collide with a myriad of challenging family dynamics. It's even tougher this year as we hardly know what normal is anymore. This week we are back with a little chat about how we might all support each other. The struggle is real.
Tuesday Aug 31, 2021
Banksy, Art, and Emotions
Tuesday Aug 31, 2021
Tuesday Aug 31, 2021
Second week in a row for us! We're here talking about the mind-blowing experience we had at the Banksy exhibit and how it reminded John of his brother Tom's artwork, how great art can inspire and move us to emotions, updates on Julie's studio, and more!
Wednesday Aug 25, 2021
Defying Death
Wednesday Aug 25, 2021
Wednesday Aug 25, 2021
We're back in the studio! This week we're talking about the amazing view we had of the Chicago Air & Water show from our balcony, and some thoughts on death-defying stunts, getting back to school, and staying connected to good friends and important moments in these strange times we live in.
Tuesday Aug 03, 2021
Embrace The Pivot
Tuesday Aug 03, 2021
Tuesday Aug 03, 2021
Somewhere between Delta variants and Julie having to unexpectedly relocate her new studio, we've had a bit of a week. While unforeseen setbacks can be frustrating and even devastating at times, within that is a tremendous opportunity to create an even better circumstance if we are willing to see it that way. We're talking about that, Simone Biles, and more - this week on Better!
Wednesday Jul 14, 2021
A Closet Conversation
Wednesday Jul 14, 2021
Wednesday Jul 14, 2021
Today we are podcasting from our downtown closet talking about everything from the power of dance to why we watch and read what we do. We end with a few back to school tips. Enjoy!
Wednesday Jun 30, 2021
Pride 2021: A Parenting Opportunity
Wednesday Jun 30, 2021
Wednesday Jun 30, 2021
In this episode, we wrap up pride month as we talk about the amazing parenting opportunities that present themselves when your child is different than you maybe thought. And how we all can be better at turning toward the unique qualities in each other - and prevent a lot of heartbreak.
Monday Jun 07, 2021
Processing The Pandemic
Monday Jun 07, 2021
Monday Jun 07, 2021
Today we are talking about our pandemic take-aways and the importance of taking the time to process all that we've experienced. As things return to "normal" we realize many of the memories, good and bad, feel like they're slipping away. So take a beat and talk it all through. We're all changed.
"Let's get back to normal as soon as possible...as if normal was anything to aspire to." - Russell Brand, on "Armchair Expert"
Wednesday May 19, 2021
Gray Divorce & Maskless Faces
Wednesday May 19, 2021
Wednesday May 19, 2021
Today we are talking about a couple of John's new articles for CNN. We are breaking down the new gray divorce trend - a topic sparked by the Bill & Melinda Gates divorce and also discussing the stress of moving out of Covid restrictions.
Thursday Apr 22, 2021
A Little Joy: Art and Baseball
Thursday Apr 22, 2021
Thursday Apr 22, 2021
Julie just opened a new art studio in the city and we were back in the stands for a Cubs game. Finding hope and joy as spring springs.
Tuesday Apr 06, 2021
The Addiction Inoculation with Jessica Lahey
Tuesday Apr 06, 2021
Tuesday Apr 06, 2021
Jessica Lahey is the NYT best-selling author of a brilliant new book, "The Addiction Inoculation," out this week. Here, she has a LOT to share about her own addiction and recovery, the science of addiction, and ways in which we can truly mitigate substance use and abuse in our kids. There are revelations in here. This is a must-listen.