In this episode Nicole shares her experience with giving up alcohol.  We discuss the reasons why she gave it up, the changes she noticed, the role alcohol has played in our lives and the use of it as a coping mechanism.  She touches on how going alcohol free affected her social life as well as how alcohol affected her marriage and family.  We discuss Mommy Wine Culture, vaping and how GenZ is changing the outlook on alcohol use.  Nicole also shares how she has reintroduced alcohol back into her life and her general outlook on drinking in general.

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In this episode we discuss the phases of life.  As GenX hits mid life, a lot of us might be reflecting on the different parts of our life we've already experienced and the new chapter we're entering.  Our discussion revolves around the concept that the first and possibly second phases of life derive from a general "script", but mid life presents an exciting opportunity to go off script.  We compare men having hobbies vs women having hobbies, and touch on divorce in middle age.  Nicole shares how GenZ women are changing the script entirely by honoring themselves, and how GenX women are waking up in their third phase.  We examine the important steps to take to make the most out of this next phase of GenX life, in addition to creating space for what serves you. 

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In this episode we take on the idea of Man vs Bear.  Brian shares why he chose the bear.  We discuss "how is man a threat to woman" and why are some men taking the Man vs Bear trend so personally.  Additionally, we cover such topics as it's not the men you don't know/it's the men you do know, victim blaming and how a man's perspective on personal safety differs significantly from a woman's perspective.  We touch on teaching boys to respect women not just on the familial level but on the macro level as well.  We also discuss why some men view women as prey and the concept of overpowering a woman as an outlet for men.  We close with a discussion on the need for women to support other women where Nicole shares her admiration for how GenZ is making an impact.

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In this episode we discuss all things music!  Our first concerts, favorite shows and newest discoveries.  We share how we introduced our kids to live music and how music has continued to strengthen the bond between them.  Nicole shares her admiration for the phenomenon that is Taylor Swift, as well as the mother/daughter years of music for her and Kaya during the One Direction, Hannah Montana/Miley Cyrus, Jonas Brothers, Demi Lovato era.  We reflect on how the Grateful Dead and music in general has impacted our marriage and family, as well as the time we saw Phish live in the early 90s with about 100 people in attendance.  

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In this episode we discuss the different phases we've gone through while raising our three kids and the importance of defining how you envision your "homefront" before marriage.  Brian explains in detail how he built his career in information technology and offers advice for younger generations.  We also cover Brian's 9/11 story, our big move to Florida, a surprise pregnancy, the importance of open communication with your children and once again touch on social media and the role of phones during childhood.

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In this episode Brian and Nicole introduce themselves by sharing their different backgrounds, which is followed by a discussion on an assortment of topics including the GenX childhood, children of divorce vs traditional family, a shift in society's perspective on Hollywood and how Tik Tok has had a hand in it, anxiety and GenX vs Millenials/GenZ, social media pros and cons through childhood and GenX parenting.

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