Wine Together

This week Brooke and Dr. Deb talk about what it is to be on the receiving end of a mother’s care. Deb shared that she had recently read a book which really encapsulates motherhood from someone who had to reckon with loving someone who did a bad thing… a horrific thing… but he was still her son that she loved and believed that she had been a good mother. Her experience is not much different than Deb’s own experience of mothering and yet this author was at one time considered a “bad mother.”

Brooke was gracious in stating that she had a good experience in the household in which she grew up with lots of joy and laughs with her parents and siblings.

We hope you all had good experiences growing up. However we are not unaware that “good experiences” are not what everyone is able to express when speaking of their past. To those, we want to say that you matter to us. We care for respect you and hope you find your way to peace and happiness.

The book:

A Mother’s Reckoning: Living In The Aftermath of Tragedy

by Sue Klebold

In today’s episode, Brooke and Dr. Deb share some of their favorite documentaries they have seen or intend to see in the near future. 

Brooke has a favorite she has just finished titled, Sunderland ‘til I Die in which Deb loves the music. The band – The Lake Poets – is from the same town and the song is Shipyards.

Deb’s List of favorites from the past 2-3 years:

The Staircase

The Keepers

Sins of Our Mother

The Program

Evil Genius

Gone Girls

From Rock Star to Killer

Deb’s list of ‘want to see’:

Oklahoma City Bombing: American Terror

Dancing For The Devil

The Twister

The Lost Children

Schitt’s Creek (the making of)

Brooke’s List:

Dachau

Winter On Fire 2014 (Crimea invasion)

Gabby Petito: American Murder

How To Become A Tyrant; A Mob Boss; A Cult Leader

Keep Sweet Pray and Obey

La Liga All Access

Together – Treble Winner

Hitler and the Nazis

Evil On Trial

They Shall Not Grow Old

The Tindr Swindler

God Grew Tired of Us

First Position

Ballet 422

This list is long and we have so many more we will enjoy in the future… we like to learn in many different ways… watching documentaries is just one of the resources we use. 

In this episode of Football Friday, Brooke and Todd learn about football kits!

In this episode, Brooke and her brother Mason chat about their college experiences and quite a few other things along the way!

Happy Easter! Enjoy this short episode where Brooke and Deb talk about their Easter memories!

Brooke and Deb spend this time talking about relationships. This is not always an easy topic to discuss, but they handle it with as much delicate and empathic speak they can muster. Although it may appear they are well-spoken on the topic, speaking about familial relationships is sometimes triggering for Deb. Brooke understands and is always willing to show grace most of the time.

Brooke and Deb talk about Work/Life Balance in this episode. Dr. Deb admits that she has never really learned how to balance work and life. It appears Brooke is just like her mom in that sense. Deb also admits to not being able to re-adjust and find balance since returning to Switzerland from the United States. Brooke shares her respect for influencers because of how much work goes into that career choice. Maybe this Daughter-Mom Duo have found a balance to "teach" through their podcast.

Mentions in this episode:

Birchwood Bakery and Restaurant in Franklin, MA

Autism Awareness Month (April)

American Murder Gabby Petito on Netflix

Cuddl Duds

Our guest for the month of March is Emilia Lipman. Emilia is Deb's transgender daughter and Brooke's sister. Emilia lives in upstate New York and enjoys being outdoors like the rest of us (well... most of us). Emilia is an artist and barista looking to continue her quest of becoming. (As we all are)

We appreciate all of our listeners and hope you find comfort, safety, and belonging in every episode.

Brooke and Deb spring into a conversation about their excitement over the looming Spring Equinox 2025. Deb gives away her age by revealing that she "changes out" her clothes when the cold days move towards warmer days. Brooke... she just loves the sunshine!☀️ Both recognize the importance of being outdoors for good physical and mental health.

Although the seasonal change brings out allergens, the lingering days and warmer evenings also allow us to enjoy more time on our balcony with a glass of wine, good music, and important conversations.

In this episode of Football Friday, Brooke and Todd delve into the topic of women's football! They talk about the international appeal of women on the pitch. Although controversial over pay, women's football is not going away.