A listener sent in a voice memo talking about how she was introduced to the idea of family dinner when she was a teen (something that wasn’t present in her own family growing up) and how she’s carried that tradition into her own family as an adult.
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If you have anxiety, depression or any sense of the world around you, you know that not *everything* is goin ... Show More
Mar 23
448. A Daily Dose of Wonder with Kelly Corrigan
You know what makes things feel more okay? Kelly Corrigan, the host of Kelly Corrigan Wonders and the author of so many wonderful books (my favorite is Tell Me More). Today, Kelly and Nora dig through a treasure trove of (more than) okay things, including unexpected gratitude fro ... Show More
1h 8m
Jul 2025
Overcoming Anxiety in Motherhood and Easy Summer Dinners with Cameron Rogers
<p>In this episode, Katie sits down with Cam Rogers, host of the podcast Conversations with Cam, for a heartfelt chat about motherhood, mental health, and finding purpose after life takes an unexpected turn. Cam started her podcast as a creative outlet while working in finance in ... Show More
40m 51s
Sep 2025
Sex-Positive Parents, Crass Grandparents, and a Weird and Wonderful Childhood
When comedy writer Tamara Yajia talks about her childhood, she’s sometimes unsure what tone to strike. Her new memoir Cry for Me Argentina: My Life as a Failed Child Star depicts a very fun nuclear family with parents and grandparents who are loud, crass, and sex-positive. There ... Show More
54m 32s
Nov 2025
Alisha’s Mom’s Story — Adoption, Addiction & Panic Attacks
<p>This episode includes discussions of domestic violence, addiction, and heavy mental health topics. Please listen with care or feel free to skip if these topics are triggering for you. </p><p>This week’s guest is a Pretty Basic legend in her own right — Alisha’s mom, Chris! </p ... Show More
1h 43m
Nov 2022
Family Roles
How do you recognize the role you played in your family growing up? In this episode, Laura will talk about 3 different roles in the family. Were you the hero, lost child, the scapegoat, or a combination? Through this conversation, you'll learn what each role means, what it migh ... Show More
22m 3s
<p>“I completely lost touch with reality. You can’t rely on those around you, and you can’t rely on what’s within you. That’s the most terrifying thing in the world.”</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Producer: </strong>Whit Missildine</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Episode Summary: </stro ... Show More