Young Family Podcast

Nothing is immune to inflation, not even the tooth fairy. Carolyn hates where her daughter wants to have her birthday and hear us out: Adult Kids Meals.

Does Gen-Z really not care about music? Erik and Carolyn get into a tiff about Jack Black. Erik is struggling with Riley's new favorite football jersey.

The Youngs talk summer break and back-to-school tips including Carolyn's peculiar school year obsession. Plus, it's Britney b*tch, but this time we're ALL Britney.......................b*tch.

Carolyn harnesses her anxiety and transforms it into something positive during Jackson's end of year tests. Plus, how to talk to your kids if someone in the family is battling a serious illness.

Carolyn is barely making it through kindergarten. Should you not have a birthday party if you can't invite the whole class? All this and more on the Young Family Podcast

Erik gives an odd answer when he is asked where babies come from. Also, the Youngs pontificate on the abstract nature of Santa.

Carolyn and Erik are already having an obnoxious reaction to their 5 year old son's grades. Also, special contributor Gloria Young (AKA Erik's Mom/unofficial mom of the internet) shares her masterful manifesto on parenting in her piece 'Parenting Against All Odds'

The Youngs put the their first kid in kindergarten. Tears were shed. Feelings were felt. Now they're ready to break it all down from car lines and lunches to supply shopping and parents-only WhatsApp groups. It's the Young Family Podcast back-to-school special 2021.

The Youngs went on an above-average staycation and now feel compelled to share hot tips on how they pulled it off. Speaking of tips, TBC debuts a new segment plus: the importance of a good baby sitter and why the Youngs never use them.

The pet-less Young family is suddenly propositioned with not one, but TWO animals. Strategic analysis ensues. Plus, a dad is shamed on Reddit for not insisting his daughter invite a bully to her birthday party.

With what feels like a COVID-powered baby boom upon us, TBC and Erik give their best advice to new parents and parents who haven't had a newborn for a while. Plus, a long-awaited, highly-anticipated urination conversation.

TBC conducted major social media research in pursuit of knowing what mothers really want this Mother's Day. Also, what do you do when your kid wants to quit an extra curricular activity?

Should children should earn money for doing things around the house? Plus, Carolyn and Erik take a deep dive into the Might Ducks reboot on Disney+ including the show's most controversial decision.

Erik is gone on a business trip while TBC test drives single parent life for a week with fascinating results. Plus, a Tik Tok mom fires shots against Pintrest Moms who she claims have raised the bar too high.

Is SeaWorld Orlando a good place to go with your kids? Carolyn F**KIN hates when she has to go full Karen at the drive-thru. Plus, email!

How presumptive should parents be in assuming their children have inherited their mental health conditions? Email. Plus, an intense review of the gluten-free Oreo.

The Youngs have discovered a shockingly effective way to manage their family ...that leaves Carolyn struggling with feelings of guilt. Plus, a work from home analysis email from one of the show's most famous listeners.

A crash course in how *not* to raise a picky eater. Plus, what do you do when your two-year-old wants a "lower back tattoo" just like yours?

Erik goes to local elementary schools to check #vibes. Carolyn never sees the light of day. Plus, emails as the court of public opinion on "The Dodgeball Story"

Erik plays an aggressive game of dodge ball with a 7 year old. A COVID Christmas tale and final reflections on 2020 FINALLY ending.

You can quarantine your Elf On The Shelf now! Plus, Thanksgiving 2020 and TBC F^%KING HATES volatility in Christmas deals but yet, has begun to embrace her inner "Karen"...

Let your kids eat ALL the Halloween candy! The Youngs saw Santa and it was weird, but not because of COVID, really. Plus, emails!

When you find your kids' speech quirks a little too adorable. A tough look at tougher discipline. And results on the 'Is Nightmare Before Christmas a Halloween Movie?' debate. Music credit: 'Bent' by Ghost Party plays at 6:13 mark. Check em out. They cool.

Nightmare Before Christmas Is/Is Not A Halloween Movie!!

Is there ever occasion to prevent your child from using an expression of frustration? Chrissy Teigan. Life-changing news from Carolyn. And moooore.

Is it easier to sustain the life of a child or a house plant? Plus, the Youngs conduct an interview with Dorit Palvanov, nutritionist and family expert who wants to simplify YOUR life by talking openly about something people don't usually talk about...

It's Carolyn's 20 year high school reunion and the Youngs feel like the weird ones for *not* wanting to bring their children. How do you do your family bedtime? Plus, EMAIL.

The Youngs really want to know how everyone's kids are doing with school. If your virtual, campus, home schoolin', been there a few weeks or just started yesterday, drop them a line at Youngfamilypodcast@gmail.com to be a part of the next show when they weave together the story of the nation going back to school in 2020. Also, TBC wants to tell you how to ace your next mommy play date.

Carolyn and Erik are already becoming overly-involved in their son's social life and like most things, it blows up in their faces. Plus, what kind of person were you in high school, and how does that affect you as a parent? Emails, and a BIG update on TBC's mental health journey.

Erik is blindsided by his son's emotions. Erin joins the show to detail the excruciating decision of whether or not to send her son to Kindergarten in Florida. TBC does the first ever Do You Know What I F*&cking Hate RAPID FIRE EDITION

One of the kids started taking daytime naps again obliterating the Young's old bedtime routine. Help them. Plus, Carolyn details emotions that have her in an unshakable funk.

One of the kids started taking daytime naps again obliterating the Young's old bedtime routine. Help them. Plus, Carolyn details emotions that have her in an unshakable funk.

The Youngs manage to screw up a day in the happiest place on Earth, plus the pros/cons and inside tips from the re-opening of Disney World. ALSO: - Take our survey! https://youngfamilypodcast.typeform.com/to/CBDT0bRg then email your completion page to Youngfamilypodcast@gmail.com to enter into a drawing taking place THIS SUNDAY (7/26) at 1 PM for a $25 gift card. - TBC F*&CKING HATES whats going on in the world of pediatrics. - What does back-to-school look like for your neighborhood and....are you sending your kids?

It's a dunk parade on E. Young! Carolyn wins the bet on when schools will open this fall, and a listener writes in to tell him his opinion on the plan-your-own-funeral school project is bogus. Good news for YOU though: YOU CAN WIN A $25 TARGET GIFT CARD! Just take this survey: https://youngfamilypodcast.typeform.com/to/CBDT0bRg and email a screenshot of the completion page to youngfamilypodcast@gmail.com with the subject line 'SURVEY'

Carolyn and Erik had a colossal family feud that tested everything they've ever known about marital communication and parental discipline... over french toast. Carolyn gets caught in a compromising situation at the local park and she F*#CKING HATES IT!

As COVID-19 continues to whack everyone with rapid and irrevocable change, TBC and Erik list the top 5 changes they find....kinda good. Also, is it ok to make a bunch of British 13-year-olds to plan their own funerals?

The uprising against Chase of the Paw Patrol amidst a national conversation on "good cops" in fictional media. Tips for getting your kids off the pacifier and EMAIL

Jon and Victoria have tales to tell. From surviving COVID-19 as new parents in Corona, Queens to a cathartic revelation about feeding your newborn they wanted to share with anyone who may need to hear it. Plus, Carolyn and Erik place bets on when the next school year will start.

Should couples fight in front of the kids? What *should* parents do in front of their kids (according to a child psychologist). Plus, EMAAAAAAAAAILS!

Would you confront a stranger that did something wrong while you're with your kids? Also, do you need to apologize or explain your actions to your kids like, ever?

TBC and Erik give spoiler-free analysis of Netflix shows Workin' Moms and Dead To Me. Plus, has quarantine impacted what kind of home you want to live in?

How did you feel the first time your kid spent the night somewhere without you? Also, emails ranging in topics from dinosaur gardens, to breastfeeding, to constructive criticism involving the verb form of the word "sperm"

Erik is the #Floridamoron after taking his family on a doomed trip to the beach. Plus, naps are a prison!

Carolyn f*&CKIN HATES the way people walk in the grocery store and the Youngs do their first interview.

Erik and Carolyn are barely surviving parenthood during quarantine, but they want to share 4 tips that are helping them do it. Also, EMAIL!

Erik and Carolyn go on a high-stakes quest for a missing Hungry, Hungry Hippo ball. Carolyn reveals her true feelings about the Central Florida public school food banks, but feels like a jerk for doing so.

Carolyn is not prepared for the stay-at-home-mom journey that has been set before her. Erik and Carolyn F*&CKING HATE when people answer the phone a certain way. Golfing is ok in Florida...despite a state-wide stay-at-home mandate?

Carolyn & Erik are annoying the hell out of each other in quarantine, but they also made a music video. Did ya see it? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wg6xomKfRhM Women in NYC are currently delivering babies alone. Erik retires from the political pundit game and MUCH, MUCH MORE.

Amidst a global pandemic, Carolyn and Erik find themselves in a *new* daycare dilemma. The government wants to give you money, but how much? Plus, EMAIL!

A fascinating daycare report about Riley makes Carolyn and Erik wonder if they're raising her wrong. Also, have you heard about this Corona Virus thing? Carolyn and Erik take on an interesting question about the global pandemic.

A critical parent analysis of Frozen 2 including such burning questions as: is the song 'Lost In The Woods' *intentionally* cheesy AF? Also, Carolyn F**KING HATES DAY LIGHT SAVINGS TIME!