A Guide to Poor Parenting

In this week’s episode of the Guide Before Parenting podcast, Jason and Jennifer welcome Chris, a dad with a talent for mixing heartfelt reflection and hilarious storytelling. From surviving Dallas heatwaves and high school soccer fields in the ‘80s to raising a teenager in the social media era, Chris shares how life has shaped both his parenting and his patience.

The conversation dives into Chris’s journey with his daughter Julia, whose teenage years were marked by anxiety, tough choices, and a remarkable turnaround from near dropout to A-student. Chris is honest about what worked, what didn’t, and the regrets that still linger—especially when it comes to fostering independence.

Of course, it’s not all serious. Listeners will laugh along with the now-legendary “paint bucket incident” from Chris’s childhood, proving kids have always found creative ways to blur the line between mischief and innocence. Add in insights about his partnership with Judith, a little cocktail-fueled banter, and a cultural critique of parenting across generations, and you’ve got an episode that’s equal parts wisdom and wit.

Cocktail: Ginger Mule mocktail with Kirkland vodka

Snack Time: None this week

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Join Jason and Jennifer as they sip on some wine and spill all the tea about their latest parenting mishaps. The duo also dive into their weekly Reddit discussions, tackling questions on why parents often say ‘because I said so,’ the emotional toll of raising teenagers, and the choice between adopting and having biological children. Jennifer shares an endearing story about her nephew Noah, his memories of staying at her house, and their special bond. To round off the episode, they enjoy a bottle of ‘Dearly Beloved’ wine paired with Theo Organic Salted Toffee Chocolate, making for an entertaining and heartfelt conversation about the joys and struggles of parenting.

Cocktail: Dearly Beloved: I Thee Red from Trader Joe’s

Snack Time: Theo Organic Salted Toffee Chocolate

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Join hosts Jason and Jennifer as they sip on some drinks and dive into the chaotic yet humorous world of poor parenting. This episode features an unfiltered conversation about crazy weeks, bedtime battles with kids, and everything in between. Jennifer shares her experience dealing with migraine woes and computer system challenges, while Jason recounts emotional moments like attending his uncle’s 90-year-old funeral. The duo also tackles kids’ bedtime routines—from easy wins to epic fails—and offers relatable stories about raising children. Plus, hear all about Jennifer’s stern yet loving approach to discipline and why kids always seem to crave structure. Grab a glass of wine, get comfy, and enjoy a good laugh (or two) with this candid take on parenting. Don’t forget to follow them on Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, and Facebook, and call in with your funny stories or questions!

Cocktail: Javier San Pedro Randez -Tempranillo

Snack Time: Theo Organic pure milk chocolate

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Welcome back to another hot and wild episode of A Guide to Poor Parenting! This time, hosts Jason and Jennifer get a little hot and sweaty with some Wild Turkey 101 as they dive into hilarious and heartfelt stories with special guest Aubrey. Get ready for an off-the-rails chat where Aubrey shares everything from wild stories about her time in Colorado to jumping into the Detroit River! Plus, the incredible journey of her parenting life, balancing being a musician, and surviving the chaos. Don’t miss out on this uproarious and touching episode where parenting fails become parenting tales!

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Cocktail: Wild Turkey Bourbon

Snack Time: Dill Havarti from Aldi’s

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Ever caught your kid Googling something that made you question every parenting decision you’ve ever made? Yeah… us too. In this episode, we dive into Reddit’s parenting confessions about mommy brain fog (because who hasn’t put their phone in the fridge), the great debate over when it’s “fine” to leave kids home alone, and whether it’s ethically okay to roast your children like a Netflix comedy special. Spoiler: you’ll laugh, cringe, and probably feel a whole lot better about your own parenting horror stories.

Cocktail: North Forty-six Cabernet Sauvignon

Snack Time: Dark Chocolate Flavored butter biscuits from Aldis

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Buckle up, parents — we’re hitting the open road, minivan packed, snacks locked and loaded… and kids already asking “Are we there yet?” before we’ve even left the driveway. In this episode, we share the hilarious highs and disastrous lows of family road trips:

The eternal backseat sibling wars

Gas station snack negotiations that rival the U.N.

Car karaoke nobody asked for

And the dark art of packing 27 toys, only for your kid to play with a stick from a rest stop

Whether you’ve survived a 12-hour drive with toddlers or you’re gearing up for your first family vacation on wheels, this episode is your comic relief for the long haul. Warning: may cause flashbacks of Goldfish cracker crumbs in every seat crevice.

Cocktail: Mo Sierra Salinas Monastrell

Snack Time: Speculoos Cookies

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What happens when you’re homeschooling three neurodivergent kids, battling Alabama’s baffling birth laws, and—oh yeah—giving birth in a moving vehicle? You get our guest this week: the ultimate multitasking mom. We talk about the highs, lows, and hilarious detours of homeschooling, why midwifery is practically outlawed in Alabama, and the unforgettable day she added “delivered a baby in a car” to her parenting résumé. Spoiler alert: no one got extra credit for this assignment.

Cocktail: Gen 5 Pinot Noir 2022

Snack Time: Merlot BellaVitano Cheese

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This week, I sit down with my very own mom to spill the tea (and the Tang) on what it was really like growing up in the 80s and 90s. From being babysat by the TV, to surviving without the internet, to all the trouble me and my brother somehow lived through—Mom remembers it all. There’s laughter, there’s side-eye, and there’s a healthy dose of “back in my day” wisdom.

Cocktail: Kirkland Brand Boxed Pinot Grigio 

Snack Time: Murray’s High Plains Cheddar

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This week, we’re wading through the wild waters of Reddit to tackle some real parenting dilemmas: getting side-eyed (or full-on yelled at) for taking your toddler into the “wrong” bathroom, talking to kids about weight without messing them up for life, letting your child reinvent themselves one dyed strand at a time, and—oh yeah—deciding to have kids after 35, when you’re old enough to know better. It’s messy, it’s honest, and it might make you laugh, cry, or both at once. Welcome back to the parenting trenches.

Cocktail: Woodford Reserve Double Oaked Bourbon

Snack Time: Nothing this week

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This week, we’re joined by the unstoppable Beth: executive director by title, full-time truth-teller by nature. She gets real about living with PCOS, giving birth like a warrior, and yes—why she prefers to roam her house in the nude. Oh, and did we mention she ran into two different burning houses to warn the people inside? If you’ve ever wondered what it looks like to juggle motherhood, menopause vibes, and mild firefighting, this episode’s for you.

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Cocktail:  Trader Joe’s French Market Sparkling Lemonade mixed with Kirkland Brand American Vodka

Snack Time: Trader Joe’s Dark Chocolate Covered Honey Grahams with sea salt

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