In this episode of Herm’s House, Herm and Kristin open up about parenting, personal growth, and the power of perspective. They start with stories from Gordy’s recent parent-teacher conference 📚, reflecting on how education shapes kids in unique ways.

The conversation takes a heartfelt turn as they revisit the events of September 11th 🇺🇸, sharing how it impacted their lives and honoring the sacrifices of veterans. They also highlight the importance of physical fitness for mental health 💪🧠 and introduce a new idea—the Happy List—as a simple tool for focusing on joy, gratitude, and well-being.

With their trademark mix of honesty, humor, and heart, Herm and Kristin remind us that growth, happiness, and resilience start at home. 🏡

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In this episode of Herm’s House, Herm and Kristin cover it all, from the excitement of football season and hilarious parenting moments with Gordy 🏈, to their wild engagement story (yes, there were geese involved 🦆😱). They also dive into the realities of homeownership and those oh-so-fun HOA rules 🌳, family food quirks, and the importance of therapy and personal growth in relationships.

With their signature mix of humor and honesty, they remind us that marriage, parenting, and community aren’t always easy but they’re always worth it.

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In this episode of Herm’s House, Herm and Kristin take listeners on a ride through hilarious and heartfelt moments. From Herm's near-death desert encounter with a Desert Wildlife 🦂 to a debate over food etiquette in shared spaces 🍕, the laughs come easy. They open up about parenting wins (and chaos), Gordy’s new drama class adventures 🎭, and the generational fashion debate over yoga pants 👖.

But the highlight of the episode? A BIG announcement about the future of Herm’s House that you won’t want to miss. 👀

With their trademark humor and honesty, Herm and Kristin remind us that family, community, and a little bit of chaos are what keep life interesting.

Takeaways:

• Near-death in the desert? Herm’s got a story.
• Why food etiquette in shared spaces might be harder than it seems.
• Parenting pride: cheering kids on as they try new things.
• Are yoga pants timeless or a trend? A generational debate.
• The big reveal: Herm’s House is leveling up!
• Family, community, and laughter always come first.

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In Sidelines, Spaceships & Spooky Stories, Herm and Kristin kick off football season with all the excitement (and sideline chaos) that comes with family sports. From paranormal run-ins and alien “what if” debates 👽 to hilarious Life360 “stalking” moments courtesy of their kids, nothing is off-limits. Laugh along as they swap stories about parenting wins, sideline support, and the spooky (and silly) surprises that keep life interesting.

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In this episode, Herm and Kristin dive into the sweltering realities of summer, from surviving without A/C to coaching youth sports under the blazing sun. They reflect on nostalgic childhood memories, the recent passing of Hulk Hogan, and how celebrity personas stick with us. Between parenting wins, sideline lessons, and a little football season excitement, this lighthearted conversation brings the laughs, the heart, and a whole lot of heat.

#HermsHousePodcast #SeriouslyItsHot #ParentingLife #YouthSports #FootballSeason #FamilyPodcast #SummerVibes

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We’re back, baby! 🎉 In this Season 2 kickoff, Kristin and Herm recap their whirlwind summer, from sandy toes in Daytona Beach to dodging heatstroke at Universal Studios. They dive into the chaos (and comedy) of traveling with kids, managing meltdowns in the name of magic, and squeezing in family memories before the school bell rings.

Along the way, they reflect on parenting wins (and whoops), community support, and what it really takes to keep your cool in 90% humidity with churros in hand. Plus, it’s football season again, which means it’s time to trade flip-flops for cleats and jump headfirst into fall family life.

If you’ve ever packed seven people into a hotel room or tried to make a “relaxing” vacation itinerary, this one’s for you.

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In this episode of Herm’s House, Kristin and Herm reflect on the whirlwind of family milestones, including graduations, growing pains, and the joy (and debate) around celebrating every school transition. 🎓

They dive into:
✔️ The emotional side of childhood movies that hit differently as adults 🍿😭
✔️ The value of first jobs and how they shaped their work ethic
✔️ Upcoming travel plans to Orlando and the chaos of organizing a big family adventure ✈️🌴
✔️ The double standards in how boys and girls celebrate in sports
✔️ And yes—a surprise power outage that threw a wrench in their routine ⚡😅

With personal stories, laughs, and a few classic tangents, this episode is all about navigating real life with heart, humor, and a whole lot of flexibility.

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#HermsHousePodcast #FamilyTraditions #GraduationFeels #FirstJobs #ParentingUnfiltered #PodcastLife #RealTalkRealLife #TravelPlans #TechnicalDifficulties

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Parenting isn’t about perfection—it’s about presence. In this episode of Herm’s House, Kristin shares the highs, lows, and learning moments that come with raising kids, showing up for family, and trying to get the dang podcast mic to work. 😂🎤

From baseball field milestones and emotional teenage shifts, to parenting style clashes and generational habits we’re trying to unlearn, this one’s got a little bit of everything.

We talk about:

• ⚾ Watching Gordy grow on and off the field
• 💬 The power of encouragement, even when it's hard
• 😅 Technical difficulties and parenting meltdowns
• 🧠 Emotional intelligence, empathy, and the beauty of trying again
• 👵 Grandparenting dynamics & learning from the past

Because at the end of the day, it’s not about getting it all right—it’s about showing up, messing up, and keeping it moving with love and intention.

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#HermsHousePodcast #ShowUpMessUpKeepGoing #ParentingTalk #FamilyFirst #RealTalkRelationships #GenerationalHealing #ParentingIsHard #EmotionalGrowth #MomLifeUnfiltered #NewEpisodeAlert

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This week on Herm’s House, it’s a true family affair as Kristin and Herm welcome their middle child, Doodle, to the mic! 🎤

Together, they chat about:

• Doodle’s transition from middle school to high school 🎓
• Dating advice from Mom (that Doodle maybe didn’t ask for 😅)
• His dream of becoming a voice actor 🎙️
• Childhood fears triggered by '90s movies (seriously… who made those?! 😳)
• Social media, dancing, and why TikTok makes us tired
• Travel stories, irrational fears, and a trivia showdown to wrap it all up

This episode is full of funny flashbacks, awkward truths, and real moments about growing up, parenting, and how humor brings it all together.

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#HermsHousePodcast #DoodlesDebut #FamilyPodcast #ParentingTalk #HighSchoolTransition #VoiceActingDreams #ChildhoodStories #PopCultureTalk #PodcastLife #RealTalkRelationships

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This week on Herm’s House, we’re diving into the messy, meaningful world of education, parenting, and personal growth—because let’s be honest, the curve is rarely a straight line. 😅

From the animated chaos of Big Mouth to the very real pressure our kids face in school, we’re talking about:

• Standardized testing stress and its invisible weight 🎓
• Learning styles that challenge the one-size-fits-all system
• The connection between mental health & academic pressure 🧠
• How parents juggle their own expectations while advocating for their kids
• And why success isn’t just about grades—it’s about joy, confidence, and growth

This episode is for every parent who’s ever questioned the system, celebrated a small win, or just needed a reminder that their kid is doing just fine.

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#HermsHousePodcast #LearningCurvesAndLifeLessons #ParentingTalk #EducationReform #MentalHealthMatters #StandardizedTesting #FamilyGrowth #RealTalkRelationships #PodcastWithPurpose

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