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'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.
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 family's ambitions are greater, their betrayals are more devious and the plot is thicker this season. Tracy faces the prosecution as she attempts to give the jury a glimpse into her world.
The speaker recounts how he received news about his aunt's impending death and reflects on her life as a survivor who worked hard to overcome adversity.
The guest speaker in the podcast came from a family where compassion was exemplified by his mother while being driven came from the example set by his father.
The speaker reflects on the importance of passing down stories and experiences to future generations as a source of hope and inspiration, even if they may not fully understand them at a young age.
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 memories of fun family moments and encourages not feeling guilty about having fun during celebrations or if someone has passed away while also emphasizing the importance of coming up with ideas to have fun with 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 mother reflects on how her family coped with a tragedy that occurred while she was away for work and how it took years to repair their relationship afterwards.
The speaker discusses their family history, including their grandparents' occupations in the parks department and a mental institution.
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 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 family fails to show up with their kids at daycare, prompting fears that they may be dead inside their house, but it was later discovered that they were not inside.
The speaker reflects on their loving home and the relationship with their difficult father, as well as how their early experiences with family and society shaped their sense of identity.
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.
A story about a man who plans to cross the border into Canada, change identities and disappear, leaving behind his family and his old life.
In this podcast episode, the speaker honors his grandmother who taught him valuable lessons about life, including strength, wisdom, and compassion, and reflects on her survival through the famine in the early 1930s inflicted by Stalin, that killed millions of people.
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.
Al requests a birthday song for his grandma who is dying on her birthday.
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 expresses sadness over the thought of a gathering of cousins in a lukewarm, inflatable tub because of somebody in their family eating a good brownie.
Liam and his mom are able to spend quality time together now that they're back in the same city. Rachel, Liam's sister, joins in on the fun as they all spend the summer together.
Every morning, Dawn and Bonnie felt the lonely miles melt away when their daughter Tammy phoned home.
The saying "all unhappy families are unhappy in their own way" contrasts with happy families, who are all happy in the same way.
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.
Howie Mandel talks to his family members using a headset, and we get a glimpse into their conversation.
The speaker reflects on his father who died at a young age and discusses his upbringing in Yorkshire where his grandparents and parents worked in factories, with his father also running an illegal betting business. In later years, his father's son ran a legal betting shop in the area.
Eun-sun's cousin reveals a secret that will change everything she knows about her family.
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 hosts discuss the life and background of Griffin's great-grandparents, including where they grew up and how they met, and their importance in their lives.
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.