Shandel struggles to find a ride to bring her daughter Candy home. She receives offers of help, but is hesitant to rely on others.
The speaker expresses a desire to have his mom on the podcast and talks about his good relationships with both his mother-in-law and his own mom.
A man discusses his search for a daughter he allegedly had but gave away due to his struggles with alcoholism. The authorities claim there is no open case, leaving the man to continue his search.
Papa J shares the gender of his upcoming child and encourages viewers to hit the like button.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
A comedian talks about the awkwardness and discomfort that can come with hugging parents and shares some personal experiences with his mom and dad.
The absence of children in one's life does not equate to a purposeless existence. There are still plenty of options, such as finding a fulfilling career or relocating to a job opportunity, that will bring you joy and satisfaction.
The speaker talks about a memorable ATV adventure with his family and how his daughter Ila wanted to take the wheel.
A mother reflects on the love and memories shared with her children despite going through tragedy with the loss of two loved ones.
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.
A father takes his son on a camping trip that is not far from their home.
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.
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 speaker receives a surprise package of popcorn at the office, and realizes it was sent by their parents.
The speaker shares a story about his family going out to dinner and his eagerness to order food, but being stopped by someone else at the table each time he starts to order.
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 man recounts his parents' divorce and custody arrangements, including his struggles living with his dad and stepmom. The story includes descriptions of physical fights between his dad and himself.
The speaker is content with life, enjoying time with his family and having inside jokes with them. He recently had a conversation with executives where he discussed parenting and feels fulfilled with his current situation.
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.
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.
Two friends have a conversation, at times rambling, about an independent woman's father's lack of involvement in her life and the woman's strength.
A family gathers for a meal and Hank keeps leaving to play with his orchids while everyone helps cook.
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.
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 saying "all unhappy families are unhappy in their own way" contrasts with happy families, who are all happy in the same way.
The speaker recounts a story of his dad challenging Travis to a game of Wii Tennis and taking full swings with the controller, while also predicting the rise of Twitter.
The unhealthy competition and work culture are splitting families, not young men. The gender struggle should not be set up as sperm versus egg, as all of us are the product of sperm and egg.
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.
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 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.
A conversation about family closeness and the desire to spend time with loved ones.
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 speaker reflects on memories of their grandmother, including a visit just before her death and her driving habits.
Dylan finds a new home with his Aunt Nancy and her family. They honor and cherish the memory of Dylan's late mother, Carmela, through keepsakes and annual celebrations.
The speaker discusses his relationship with his father and how he still feels connected to him even though he has passed away. He talks about how he used to wave to his father at every football game he played and how he still misses him, especially on the anniversary of his death.
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.
A man named Steve makes bad choices and treats his family unfairly while writing for anti-LDS magazines and campaigning against the church.
