The speaker reflects on the challenges of growing up in a house with many teenagers, where there was constant noise and arguing, but no real trauma. She talks about how she turned to music as a way to find joy and euphoria.
A man reunites with his father who has been imprisoned for 26 years after killing his mother, but the reunion goes surprisingly well.
The speaker expresses the desire to have a family and feeling regret for being too harsh with a potential partner. They also discuss the value of having family and wanting to have that family feeling.
The cultural norm of teenagers leaving home at 18 is not feasible for every family and is largely driven by the banking system to make extended family members pay for multiple households. Good relationships with your children are important for a healthy marriage.
The saying "all unhappy families are unhappy in their own way" contrasts with happy families, who are all happy in the same way.
Sherri and her sister were removed from their mother's care in 2003 and, years later, discovered that no one else in their family knew where she was. With the help of her step-grandmother, they were able to locate her and finally reunite with her.
A transcript telling the story of a lost six-year-old girl who was helped by her family and a good Samaritan on a highway.
The speaker receives a surprise package of popcorn at the office, and realizes it was sent by their parents.
Shandel struggles to find a ride to bring her daughter Candy home. She receives offers of help, but is hesitant to rely on others.
A daughter shares her story about trying to support her family during intense struggles like her mother's surgery and their electricity being shut off.
The speaker talks about a memorable ATV adventure with his family and how his daughter Ila wanted to take the wheel.
The speaker reflects on how they mistreated their family in the past and how they regret not getting to know them better, realizing that they were just being a nuisance.
The speaker discusses how his family has made the decision to focus on the needs of the family as a whole, choosing activities that promote overall health and wellness. He also talks about personal growth and how he has been able to navigate and improve upon his own shortcomings with the support of his girlfriend.
The speaker shares a touching memory of being in the hospital and having her family set up a card table at the foot of her bed to eat meals with her, after which they would give thanks for the food.
Ashley's love for religion and family remained constant throughout her life, but balancing family and school was a challenge. Despite her husband's increasing work hours, they both still loved being parents.
The host discusses a story about a turn of the century British family who whimsically sent their child to the police station to be locked up for a few minutes while also reflecting on how the current climate may have changed parental behavior.
This transcript snippet touches on family dynamics and how a podcast like Stuff You Should Know can bring people together despite changes and differences in family relationships.
The speaker reflects on memories of their grandmother, including a visit just before her death and her driving habits.
A son reflects on the precious 15 years he spent playing and spending time with his father before he was unsure if he would be able to do anything again following a devastating accident.
The speaker expresses gratitude for their father's unwavering support, leadership, and sense of adventure. They express confidence in their father's ability to overcome any obstacle and a sense of joy thinking of him coming home from his travels.
The speaker reflects on their childhood and how they want to break the generational patterns of dysfunction in their family, acknowledging the normalization of abusive behaviors and expressing a desire to create a more stable future.
Howie Mandel calls into a podcast hosted by his daughter and discovers that the host's co-host, Trish, is married to Howie's brother.
The speaker reminisces about her loved one who used to send her cards on every holiday including Halloween, Easter, and Valentine's Day, and how much she misses her. She also shares how much she idolized her mother as a child despite not fully understanding the conflicts between her and her grandmother.
The speaker attempts to clarify a complicated family lineage and asks about the identity of the other person's grandfather.
Matt's grandma Sharon sends her family gift cards for Starbucks and Cheesecake Factory regularly.
In this podcast, the host discusses surviving holidays with family and loved ones by setting realistic expectations and boundaries while also showing compassion towards others.
Woody's father shares his pride in Woody's background in law enforcement and investigative work, expressing hope for a joyful future and curiosity about his podcast.
A mother reflects on the love and memories shared with her children despite going through tragedy with the loss of two loved ones.
The speaker shares an emotional moment where all of their heartache made sense, while talking about their relationship with their stepchildren. They also express the belief that there is no other love that can fix them and make them feel lovable.
The speaker talks about how she supports her son's decision to take his stepfather's last name and even considers adding it to her Bio.
A reminder to prioritize and work on your romantic relationship for the sake of your family’s happiness and wellbeing as a whole.
A generous man plans on surprising his dad with a new truck and bought his 18-year-old sister her first car. He shares his excitement about their reactions in a previous similar instance.
Al requests a birthday song for his grandma who is dying on her birthday.
Eun-sun's cousin reveals a secret that will change everything she knows about her family.
A man discovers through DNA testing that the man he believed was his father for 53 years may not be his biological father, and instead it could be his uncle.
A podcaster shares about moving, writing a book, and her family's reaction to it, including her mother's displeasure.
The speaker reflects on the differences in the ways that people express affection and intimacy within families, citing examples from her own life.
The speaker shares a story about how, after his grandfather's passing, he and his family experienced unexplainable occurrences that seemed to guide them towards finding a new home close to their grandmother.
The hosts discuss who they would like to have dinner with if they could have a meal with anyone, dead or alive. One of the hosts choose their deceased grandmother, wanting to catch up and share how life has been since her passing.
The hosts discuss the dynamics of being the oldest brother and how each of them relates to that role.
Mary's sister-in-law, Maggie, had a versatile personality and could adapt effortlessly to different social settings, from the Governor's mansion to food banks. However, despite her social prowess, Maggie was a devoted mother who deeply invested her time and energy in her sons' lives.
The speaker's uncle Cant visits multiple times a year for extended periods and they discuss the case of a kidnapping and how innocent he was. The speaker also doesn't think that a previous comment made by someone was meant to be derogatory.
