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First Off Podcast
by AreYouAFanYet
A weekly show discussing being married with children. Raising kids in this day and age musing whether or not our challenges are different from those that came before us. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/areyouafanyet/support
Episodes
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Ep. 507 (Part 2) - Black Wall Street, Screen Time & a BIG Announcement
Here is PART 2!!! This week on First OFF, Joseph takes us to Tulsa, Oklahoma, where his trip to the Greenwood Film Festival also gave him an opportunity to visit the historic Greenwood District—Black Wall Street. He talks about the experience of walking through a place with such an important...
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EP. 507 (PART 1) - Black Wall Street, Screen Time & a BIG Announcement
IT'S A TWO PART EPISODE!!!! This week on First OFF, Joseph takes us to Tulsa, Oklahoma, where his trip to the Greenwood Film Festival also gave him an opportunity to visit the historic Greenwood District—Black Wall Street. He talks about the experience of walking through a place with such an...
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Ep. 506 - Houston Horror Film Festival, New Orleans & Family Adventures
🎙️ The kids are back for another First OFF Junior—and this time we're talking Houston, New Orleans, movies, food, and family! In First OFF Podcast Season 5, Episode 6, Joseph, Sadhana, and the kids sit down to relive our family adventures through Houston, Texas, and New Orleans, Louisiana. Our...
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Ep. 505 - 10 Marital Revelations (Mildly NSFW)
18 years of marriage. A whole lot of life. And at least 10 things we've figured out along the way. 😂❤️ In Season 5, Episode 5 of First Off, Joseph and Sadhana celebrate 18 years of marriage by looking back at the lessons, surprises, challenges, and revelations that come from building a life...
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Ep. 504 - On the road ... again.
It's another airport episode! This time, Joseph is on his way to Atlanta, and the drive sparks another candid conversation about family, life, and everything in between. In this episode, we reflect on the inspiring charitable organizations we've recently encountered, including the incredible work...
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Ep. 503 - Parenting Through Distance, Family Travel & Diarra from Detroit
What happens when parenting continues... even from thousands of miles away? In this special episode of First OFF, Joseph drives Sadhana to the airport, and what begins as a routine trip becomes an honest conversation about traveling away from the family, the emotions that come with being apart…
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Ep. 502 - From Detroit to Widow's Bay
This week on First OFF, we're back with another fun, thoughtful, and wide-ranging family conversation. For Screen Time, we discuss the hit series Diarra from Detroit on Paramount+ and Widows Bay on Apple TV+, sharing what stood out to us and why they're worth watching. We also continue our…
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Ep. 501 - Season 5 Premiere | Family, Mental Health, Movies & Memories
Season 5 of First OFF is here, and we're kicking things off with a fun, silly, and surprisingly insightful episode featuring some very special guests — our kids! This week, we share our Parenting Score, discuss what we're watching during Screen Time, and dive into conversations about estate...
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Ep. 413 - Emotional Intelligence, Parenting Through Disappointment & Finding Joy
In this episode of First Off, we dive into one of the most important parts of parenting—how we respond when our kids feel like they’ve disappointed us. We explore ways to nurture emotional intelligence, build trust, and create a safe space where our children feel supported, not defined by…
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Ep. 412 - Maryland Film Festival Recap (S.O.S. Saturday Crossover)
In Episode 412 of First OFF, Sadhana and Joseph Vivens recap their experience at the Maryland Film Festival, sharing highlights from the premieres of S.O.S. and The Solanges: Angels of the Sun. This special crossover episode with #SOSsaturday dives into the filmmaking journey, the power of the...
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Ep. 411 - The Return of BlackPlanet's THINK-REAL.
Topics Covered: BlackPlanet nostalgia & the “Think-Real” identity Why boredom might be a hidden privilege Parenting reflections & self-evaluation What we’re watching right now (Screen Time picks) This week on First Off, Joseph taps into his BlackPlanet roots and introduces his alter ego,...
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Ep. 410 - Eat your heart out Eric Carle
First OFF — Raising Leaders, Costumes & Screen Time In Episode 10 of First OFF, Sadhana and Joseph Vivens talk about raising leaders in today’s world and the importance of building confidence, responsibility, and character in children. Joseph shares how he accidentally dressed up like The Very...
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Ep. 409 - FO jr., Awesome-Con, and living in the future
In this episode of First OFF, Sadhana and Joseph Vivens recap their experience at Awesome Con in Washington, DC — from the costumes they wore to the incredible looks they saw throughout the convention. They share highlights from the event and reflect on the importance of spending quality time...
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Ep. 408 - WifeStyle!!!! 😂
In this episode of First OFF, Sadhana and Joseph Vivens talk about embracing “MomStyle,” navigating the feeling of disappointing our parents, and the music that moves us emotionally. For Screen Time, we discuss the new series All Her Fault and Guillermo del Toro’s Oscar-nominated Frankenstein. A...
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Ep. 407 - Is it Hard or Too Much
In Season 4 Episode 7 of First Off, we reflect on the parenting traits we inherited from our own parents and how those lessons shape the way we raise our children today. From communication to compassion, we explore the values that carried over—and the ones we’re learning to rethink as modern...
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Ep. 406 - Dress like you love me
In this episode of First OFF, Sadhana and Joseph Vivens reflect on taking their kids to a live musical, recap Valentine’s Day, and share thoughts on Weekend at Bernie’s. They also discuss how clothing affects confidence and mood, and break down their weekly Parenting Score, highlighting the wins,...
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Ep. 405: Love, Service & Real Romance (V-Day)
In this episode of First Off, we talk about Valentine’s Day, romance, and what love looks like in real life. We reflect on being of service to those in need, finding our parenting core at a camp for children who are cancer survivors, and exploring what romance truly sounds, feels, and looks like...
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Ep. 404 - It's not Blockbuster it's VIVENS VIDEO
In Episode 404 of First Off, we take a fun and honest look at life’s everyday challenges and traditions with laughter, nostalgia, and real talk. We begin by reminiscing about going to Blockbuster Video and the joy of browsing old movie aisles—a reminder of simpler times before endless streaming...
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Ep. 403 - Ms. Jackson if you're Nice-Nasty
In Episode 3 of First Off, we jump between the everyday and the existential. We talk about work emails and how they affect our mental load, the importance of protecting mental health, and what it really means to stay present in a world that’s constantly pulling us backward and forward. The...
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Ep. 402 - The Return of BenX & EeVeE
In this episode of First Off, we switch things up and invite our kids to join us for a fun, laughter-filled game of “Do You Really Know Your Family?” What starts as a playful challenge quickly turns into surprising answers, heartfelt moments, and a few unexpected revelations. This episode is all...
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Ep. 401 - Hello, '26.
Season 4, Episode 1 | Happy New Year Welcome to Season 4, Episode 1 of First Off — and Happy New Year! In this episode, we kick off the new year by catching up on life, family, and everything that’s been happening behind the scenes. We talk about our kids teaming up to surprise Sadhana for her...
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Episode 307 – MIPCOM, Solo Parenting, & the Fine Line Between Providence and Coincidence
This week on First Off, we unpack an incredible trip to MIPCOM—what we saw, who we met, and how global storytelling is evolving. We also dive into the realities of solo parenting, the emotional and logistical challenges, and how it shapes our creative drive. Then, a deep look at two powerful...
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Ep. 306 - Theme Songs, Math Tutoring & Why We Love Severance
In this episode, we’re celebrating the little wins and the big joys: 🎉 Our all-time favorite TV show theme songs (get ready for some nostalgia 🎶) The ups and downs of math tutoring with kids 📚 Taking a moment to pat ourselves on the back for progress 🌱 And a deep dive into why…
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Ep. 305 - Progress, Rapture & RapTour | Netflix Dept Q, Apple TV Foundation & FX Alien Earth
In Episode 5, we celebrate the joy of progress—the little wins that keep us moving forward. 🎉 We also dive into music talk, from Anita Baker’s legendary track “Rapture” to Joseph’s own song “RapTour,” which samples that timeless classic. 🎶 Then we switch gears into what’s on our screens this...
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Ep. 304 - “How am I doing? I’m here.” Pt. 2
We’re back with Part 2 of our parenting conversation—and this time, we’re diving even deeper. In this episode, we continue exploring what it means to watch our kids take ownership of their actions, and how that reflects the lessons we’re trying to teach as parents. We also talk more about being...
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Ep. 304 - “How am I doing? I’m here.” Pt. 1
In this episode, we’re back on the parenting journey and celebrating one of those powerful moments: watching our kids take ownership of their actions. 🙌🏽 It’s the kind of growth that reminds us we’re doing something right. We also explore what it means to truly be present—with ourselves, with…
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Ep. 303 - Talk about it all, except Jussie…
This episode explores how we navigate parenting in today’s world—from creating honest, open communication with our kids to how we feel about children wearing revealing clothes. We also dive into the new Jussie Smollett documentary and discuss the deeper issues of identity, truth, and media...
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Ep. 302 - Happy Birthday Darrilyn!
In this heartfelt episode, we honor the birthday of a beloved family member who has passed on. Through laughter, memories, and a few tears, we celebrate their life, their impact, and the love that still surrounds them. This episode is a cathartic blend of joy and reflection—an intimate reminder...
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Ep. 301 - 17 Years of Marriage
In this special anniversary episode, we’re celebrating another incredible year of marriage—and we’re bringing you along for the ride! Join us as we open up about our relationship, share the lessons we’ve learned, the laughs we’ve had, and a few of our favorite “marriage secrets” along the way....
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Dreams, Beef, Kids, and Juice.
Joseph and Sadhana ride the wave in this conversation that ranges from dreams, rap beefs, parenting, and OJ's death. Visit AreYouAFanYet.com for more great content.
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Wizarding Black Lit - Pilot Episode
This is the pilot Episode for a podcast that Joseph Vivens has developed called, Wizarding Black Lit. Every episode Joseph takes a piece of black literature and imagines it being adapted into a film or TV show. In this pilot he wizards “Cotton Go’n Kill Me Yet” by Chester B Himes (1909-1984)....
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Black is King viewing
This episode we watched black is Kim yes we watch Black at King 100% we watched like a king and I am then that’s rude when you put your hand over 100% is black is King
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Evie’s Birthday Plans
All right this is me leaving an episode description and in all my friends are you doing is not 100% great is 139% what’s your sugar daddy you should put that microphone thing on oh yes yes put it right up in wrong all the time Bob Bob Bob Bob the time this always happens I just want to leave a...
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FOjr - UNO!
Can we not interrupt me while I try to do the episode description this time? Do you so here we are in hundred recording people 110 recording people yeah and it has a Lotta talking to talking yeah can you stop yeah yeah yeah maybe I could take a lot of time give me a 100% Siri can you stop I just...
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FOjr - Butts and Imagination
Ben, Evie and mom discuss what imagination is and how it’s used.
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FOjr - Favorite cartoon and theme song
This episode is about us talking about our favorite cartoons yes it is and the theme songs once again I’m dictating and you guys are interrupting which makes it very hard to it’s not very hard line 100% I just want to go ahead and do this quick thing so that people can read it and then 989-8989…
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First Off Jr. - Family Chat Time
Ben and Evangeline give some insight on things that are happening did you not notice what I was doing did you notice that I was trying to record the audio and you just interrupted the dictation that was kind of rude OK Benjamin if you don’t take the phone away from me what do you need help with…
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Live from Fort Quarantine.
Evie and Dad built w fort and from this fort they recorded a conversation.
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20 for 20
This was recorded on 6/21/17.
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First Off Jr. - Shenanigans!
One day after Saint Patrick’s day we are still in silly mode. Recording at home to avoid the fever... the cabin fever.
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Is that a Bat?! - Halloween Recap
JRV & SJV recap Halloween, give up the parenting score and more on this week's episode. Don't forget to follow them on Instagram and Twitter @FirstOffPodcast!
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Checking in
We are recording a new episode this week. We just didn’t get to do it on our regular night. We still wanted to say hi!
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First Off Jr. - Halloween Recap
Hey everyone! On this episode of First Off Jr Ben & Evie Recap their Halloween.
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The Parents take over
The Parents have decided to run the show.
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First Off Jr. - Total Drama
Ben and Evie talk Halloween and the Addams Family.
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First off out enter... HaHa Jr. (Half Asleep, Half Awake)
We’re changing the name of our show! Introducing Half asleep, Half awake Jr.
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FOJr - Stranger Thangs
Dad showed the kids a little bit of Stranger Things... Yikes.
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FOJr - Outside Cast
First off Jr is on the road! We podcast outside!
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FOJr - It’s been a while...
We haven’t had our chat in a while... enjoy!
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FOJr - Happy Birthday Mommy!
Evie and Ben talk about Disney and wishing mommy a happy birthday.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
A weekly show discussing being married with children. Raising kids in this day and age musing whether or not our challenges are different from those that came before us. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/areyouafanyet/support
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AreYouAFanYet
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