Are We Obsessed?: Thots, Books & Porch Beers

In this Are We Obsessed? episode, the Laurens dive into their latest fixations—because when they love something, they really love it. Lauren P reveals how a spicy little Ali Hazelwood novel yanked her out of a six-month reading slump (12 books in one month, y’all!) and shares her newfound love for old-school porch hangouts with neighbors while the kids run wild in the street like it’s 1993. She also sings the praises of living in a neighborhood where all the kids' friends are within five minutes—it takes a village, but like, a close one.Meanwhile, Lauren B is obsessed with Phoebe Robinson’s Substack, Thots and Prayers, and is on a mission to enjoy summer with her kids rather than white-knuckle her way through it. (We see you, moms hiding in the pantry with the boxed wine.)If you’re looking for laughs, book recs, community feels, and a nudge to go sit on your dang porch—this episode’s for you.Helpful links:Phoebe Robinson's Substack Thos and Prayers:https://dopequeenpheebs.substack.com/Ali Hazelwood's New Book, Problematic Summer Romancehttps://amzn.to/4kcCqvXKeywordssummer, parenting, reading, community, slumber parties, family fun, creativity, porch hangs, adventures, podcastTakeawaysSummer brings a unique set of parenting challenges.Slumber parties can be a fun way for kids to bond.Reading can help unlock creativity and joy.Community connections are vital for family life.Porch hangs foster relationships among neighbors.Summer adventures create lasting family memories.It's important to savor the good moments in parenting.Planning spontaneous trips can lead to great experiences.Building a supportive community is essential for parents.Finding joy in simple summer activities is key.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Summer Challenges03:42 Navigating Slumber Parties and Parenting06:42 Overcoming Reading Slumps09:31 Creative Inspirations and New Obsessions12:38 Phoebe Robinson and Social Commentary15:56 Cultural Reflections and Movie Discussions16:36 Exploring New Movies and Cultural References17:40 The Importance of Community and Porch Hangs26:24 Summer Adventures with Kids30:02 Planning Family Getaways and Road Trips