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Is it just us, or are the holidays getting harder and harder the older we get? Whether it's being Santa for children and adults alike or trying to keep your Christmas spirit merry and bright, there is a lot  that can make the holiday season very stressful.

Hosts, Jonathan and Stephanie, go over all of the things we as adults juggle during the holidays: Sharing the struggles of shopping for your significant other, your kids, the kids who aren't even your kids, and other members of your extended family; Finding that gift that brings the joyous and surprised reaction; The financial burden of the ever increasing costs of gifts;  The disappointment of returning a gift you worked hard to find; Feeling alone during this time of family togetherness.

So, if you're trying to keep it together while dealing with all the pomp and circumstance, then join us by cozying up by the fireplace, curse the day you got caught up in the Elf on the Shelf hubbabaloo, grab some coquito, eggnog, or warm spiced cider and see if you can relate to this jingle bell rock.

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Ahoy mateys! We are back aboard the Going Merry....I mean the Thousand Sunny, as Stephanie leads through her continued journey of watching One Piece.  

We last talked about One Piece after watching the Live Action adaptation and since then Stephanie has watched over 400 episodes.  

She gives us a follow up to her recent viewings and gives us her takes on what she thinks of the show and its characters.  Both host talk spoilers (if you haven't watch yet you might want to skip this one) and what contrast there are with both the live action and the anime.

If you love the show, listen to hear what new viewers think about the show and how they love the fandom, lore, and share in the experience you once felt watching.

So take a bite out of a devil fruit, set sail, and find the one piece with us.

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We just attended the 2024 NYCC and like last year we dressed up.  

We wanted to take you through our thoughts on cosplaying and expressing ourselves in our costumes as adults and in our case as Parents.   

Cosplaying has been a way for us to display our love for characters in our favorite shows/anime and a way for us not to be just Mom and Dad.  The creative process turning these fictional characters to real life form are extensive and expensive but are so rewarding in the end.  

We try to explain the experience you get cosplaying in a convention compared to an evening out or dressing up for Halloween. Where do we feel more comfortable, and how are we show respect when we are in a vulnerable state when cosplaying?

So think of your favorite character, use your creativity to bring them to life, and enjoy a day out cosplaying with us.

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The new school year has begun here in New York, and host Jonathan and Stephanie, share their experience with first day drop offs and what has changed since PK3.

Joined on the phone by family friend, Omarro Benjamin, who shares in his experience with his daughter’s first ever first day of school and the rollercoaster his family went through which led them to taking her out of public school and into private school.

First days can be tough on all of us, but its about support and conversation which can help each one of us get through things, especially one such as a long school year.

So grab your textbook and turn to chapter 2 (as in second yr of preschool) and compare and contrast on the joy or horrors of your child's first day. 

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This week, host Jonathan and Stephanie, go over their year of concert fun.  In a previous episode, (Ep14 NYSNC :We Got Them Back), we talked about some of the concerts and artists we’d love to see. And as it turns out, we got the chance to see 4 of those artists all this year.  

From an exciting mothers day gift to anniversary date night and meeting high school crushes, this concert season had it all.  

We give you a quick overview of our experience seeing the 4 shows, all different genre's and feels, while talking about what we liked, what we wish was different, and complain about Justin Timberlake not performing any NYSNC songs.  

Ed Sheeran- (4:33)
JT- (17:57)
FLOW- (33:26)
AJ Rafael/Nieman- (45:39)

But the meat of this episode is about our time at the AJ Rafael concert.  A Filipino singer songwriter, whose journey Stephanie started following 18 years ago when he started on Youtube.  

We take you inside that night of all the fun we had.  So grab the Karaoke mic, and join in on this Filipino tradition of singing with family and friends and share in the moments in which Stephanie will never forget.

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We recently celebrated our 7 year wedding anniversary this past July. So, Jonathan and Stephanie sit down to reminisce and share with you a little bit of our wedding ceremony, the wedding planning process, and the moments that made the night so special.

Even before we got engaged, and since we’re big nerds, we talked about having a Harry Potter themed wedding. We talk a bit about what started our Harry Potter fandom, what we loved from the books and movies and the influence it had on us.  Being able to combine our fandom with our wedding created a magical night filled with family and friends who also loved the world of HP. It was truly a night to remember.

So grab some butter beer and enjoy our tale of witchcraft and wizardry 

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This week on SWTS, host Jonathan and Stephanie, talk about the cartoon global sensation Bluey, and the effect it has on children and their parents.  
The show became a hit because the unique way they combine imagination, games, and family connection in one show.  
But while it has such a wholesome feel and theme to it, a question pops up in parents; Is this show setting expectations too high?  
Are the things Bandit and Chili do with their children too much for us parents to keep up with?  Children see what the kids in the show get to do, and the time they get with their family, but is it too much or are we the letdown parents?

Join us in this debate of if this game has gotten too deadly.....lol I kid. I mean let’s play some keepy uppy and compare parenting notes, for real life!

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Its the Summertime, meaning the kids are out of school and parents are STRESSED OUT!  

Stephanie has had the burden of trying to find babysitters, and/or bringing our oldest with her to work as we wait for Summer Camps to start. 

In this week's episode, we discuss what we have been dealing with in order to keep the girls busy and finding things to do with them instead of staying home just watching tv.  
From Dancing schools, instrument lessons, and more we bounce ideas and brainstorm on what more we can do to keep them entertained, active, and having fun!

Join us in the throwing toys, I mean ideas off the wall and see what sticks

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After a month long break, host Jonathan and Stephanie are back with a problem that needs help solving: what they should wear for Comic Con 2024?!

As pre-sales for this years New York Comic Con gets closer, Stephanie has been wanting to start preparing her costume.  She has been bouncing around ideas with Jonathan, but still can't seem to tie an idea down.  The couple sit down to discuss the ideas that are up for contention, and whether if its a viable avenue to continue to look at.

They bring up ideas for shows like Demon Slayer, X-Men, Avatar, and others.

So grab your thinking chair and see if you can (think think think).. we mean, help with cementing an idea for these two. Message us with your suggestions or feedback on our cosplay ideas!

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WWE's WrestleMania, the showcase of the Immortals, was in Philly, PA this year. And while host Jonathan and Stephanie were unfortunately not able to go this year, they got the scoop from friends of the show, Alfredo and Maggie Enriquez. Their first WrestleMania, the hosts ask about their experience was crossing off a line from their bucket list - both through the perspective of a lifelong fan and a part-timer.

Though we dive into our favorite matches and moments from the two nights, we focus on their child-like excitement for being present for the live show for the first time and how wrestling is becoming "cool" again.  

This episode is full of funny stories and a laugh track present throughout, so grab your (stone) cold drink, scream your favorite chants, and relive the spectacle that is WrestleMania 40.