October 14, 2024

397. Guest Host Rée the Interdisciplinarian: Family Dynamics With Reena and Wayne

46 minutes

Get ready for a special episode of the Better Call Daddy Show as we welcome a guest host, Ree, the interdisciplinarian, from the Homeroom Podcast. Ree dives deep into the heart of family dynamics, exploring the power of legacy, love, and the stories that shape us.

Ree begins by sharing her own father's story, highlighting the importance of family connections. She then interviews Reena and her dad, Vinnie Friedman, about the qualities that make strong family bonds, the influence of shared traits in choosing a life partner, and the evolution of parenting styles.

Reena reflects on her marriage, her husband's relationship with his mother, and how it mirrors her father's connection with his mom.

Wayne shares his perspective on parenting, emphasizing the importance of encouragement and freedom of choice over control and fear.

The conversation touches on the significance of family gatherings, the challenges of maintaining balance in life, and the lessons learned from personal and professional experiences.

Ree and Reena discuss the art of storytelling, the value of sharing one's narrative, and the importance of representation in media. They explore the role of podcasts as a tool for communication and connection, offering advice for those looking to share their stories with the world.

This episode is a heartfelt exploration of family, legacy, and the power of storytelling. It's a reminder that our stories are worth telling and that the connections we build with our loved ones are the foundation of our legacy.

(00:00) This is the better call daddy show. Each week, I interview a guest, share the stories with my dad

(01:38) Today is an extra special episode because we have a guest host joining us

(12:26) You know, this kind of brings me to my next question

(14:48) Are there any things that, wayne, do you kind of wait for her to introduce

(16:42) Reena, what advice do you have on telling stories

(26:31) I think I got burnout from working too hard

(30:59) I know that you wanted to go into entertainment

(38:13) Wayne, you talked about the importance of a good education in this podcast

(40:22) What is an alternative to leading with control and fear and punishment

(42:26) Starting with control and easing up later can yield very good results

Connect with Ree:

- Instagram: @theinterdisciplinarian

- Podcast: Homeroomed, the Podcast

Connect with Reena Friedman Watts:

- Website: bettercalldaddy.com

- LinkedIn: Reena Friedman Watts

- Twitter: @reenareena

- Instagram: @reenafriedmanwatts

- Instagram Podcast: @bettercalldaddypodcast

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