Peter Mutabazi is an extraordinary man who has taken it upon himself to become a foster parent. Having childhood trauma of his own, Peter wanted to ensure children the foster care system had a safe and loving home while waiting to be unified with their parents. Rebecca and Peter discuss the tragic reality that many kids face in the foster care system, and ho ... Show More
Dec 19
Would You Believe… Hyenas Are More Dangerous Than Lions? (Survival Myths Explained)
Are hyenas actually more dangerous than lions? In this episode, I sit down with nature survivalist Dan Baird to break down common survival myths, how people misunderstand wild animals, and what really matters when it comes to surviving in the wild. From predator behavior to real- ... Show More
51m 43s
Dec 9
He Walked In With a Knife in His Neck: ER Doctor’s Craziest Stories
Doctor stories are always insane, yet I still want prepared for stories from the Emergency Room… my jaw was on the floor! A huge thanks to my new friend who made me laugh, made me cry, and educated me thoroughly on medical facts! Dr. J Mack is such a gem of a human being, his pat ... Show More
1h 2m
Jun 2021
Father's Day Special: The Good, The Bad, and The Unexpected
On this episode of the Our American Stories podcast, we bring you stories about outstanding fathers and fathers who don't make the grade. Leslie Leyland Fields tells us about the heart-breaking relationship between her and her father. And it's not what you'd expect; Taylor Brown ... Show More
39m 32s
Apr 2022
The ‘Cherishing Your Childless Friends’ Edition
On this episode: Elizabeth, Zak, and Jamilah answer a question from a listener who is feeling left behind by her friends who are parents. She says she’s really tried to be supportive and isn’t receiving support in return, especially when she’s celebrating accomplishments like ear ... Show More
24m 4s
Apr 2022
Care and Feeding | Slate's parenting show - The “Changing The Children’s Music Game” Edition
On this episode: Elizabeth, Jamilah, and Zak expose the mini-monsters that parents accidentally create. They have some very fun—very scary—listener submissions. But honestly, who doesn’t need a snack for every car ride?Then Zak interviews comedian, dad, and podcaster Chris Garcia ... Show More
34m 16s
Dec 2021
Parents, Problems, & Plastic Surgery
Parents. They just don't understand, right? Whether it's a Mom with body image issues or a Dad with entirely too many issues to list, parents can be a source of stability, safety, and guidance, or an absolute mess full of chaos and uncertainty. If your parents are amazing heroes ... Show More
1h 1m
Jan 2024
Qu'est-ce que le syndrome de Peter Pan ?
<p>"Un enfant dans un corps d'adulte"... Le syndrome de Peter Pan, ou SPP, n'est pas considéré comme une maladie mentale, il s'agit plutôt d'un complexe qui se caractérise par le refus de grandir, l'angoisse d'être un adulte. C'est le sujet de cet épisode, bonne écoute (et abonne ... Show More
5m 28s
Sep 2019
The Mother Load w/ Missi Pyle & Constance Zimmer
<p>Excited to tell you about The Mother Load podcast, an alternative parenting show from actresses and friends Constance Zimmer and Missi Pyle, which rips the bandaid off of the reality of what it takes to be a parent. Together, with a variety of celebrity friends and experts, Co ... Show More
4m 58s
Sep 2021
EP65: A Father's Note to His "Timeless" Daughter, The Corrupt City Council, and A Father's Secret
On this episode of Our American Stories, talk radio host Jeff Katz shares a note that his daughter won't ever read, but will surely impact your life for the better; Erica Brewer shares how the city council of her own community worked to silence her; and Skip Reeves tells the stor ... Show More
38m 17s