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EPISODE · Jun 12, 2026 · 43 MIN

Did Birth Order Ruin Us? (and Other Questions We're Blaming on Our Siblings)

from Don’t Tell Your Father · host Bri and Wren Cope

This week, we tackle the age-old question: did birth order shape who we are...or are we all just looking for someone to blame? As an oldest child and a youngest sibling, we compare notes on responsibility, people-pleasing, attention-seeking, and the family roles we may or may not have been assigned at birth. Along the way, we discuss: Oldest child stereotypes Middle child myths Youngest sibling energy Whether birth order actually matters The habits we're still carrying into adulthood Some of it is backed by research. Some of it is backed by personal experience. All of it is backed by sibling grievances. Whether you're the family rule-follower, peacekeeper, or wild card, this episode might explain a few things - or give you fresh material to use against your siblings.

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