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We sat down with our friend Jim Shea, Managing Director at JP Morgan Chase, to talk about his journey building 270 Park Avenue, JP Morgan's stunning new headquarters that's become a fixture of the New York skyline.What we covered:Jim's career path from bridge engineering to stadiums (Gillette, Petco Park, Ford Field) to skyscrapersWhy 270 Park is the world's tallest intentionally demolished and rebuilt buildingThe challenge of building over two levels of active train tracks into Grand CentralHow they completed 2 million hours of demolition without a single safety accidentThe Maya Lin rock wall, the flagpole that moves with real wind, and the LED light art at the topWhy the building lights up for the Knicks, SpaceX, and the World CupJamie Dimon's commitment to sweating every detailWe also got to tour the building last year and share some of what impressed us - including high ceilings, the food court where everyone is a JP Morgan employee, and the incredible art collection.We welcome all comments - positive, negative or inane. Please send them to [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A brief and incomplete discussion of folk music and some of its greatest practitionersWe welcome all comments - positive, negative or inane. Please send them to [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Here's where you can find Heather Cox Richardson's 250 to 250...https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL2dS6uX1RkUzLppeUrqtvApwnR6whO7I_&si=maELNaNr93clAWqIWe welcome all comments - positive, negative or inane. Please send them to [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Enter the GirlDad Knockout bracket challenge and you might win tickets to the Red Sox/A's game on August 7.https://fantasy.espn.com/games/mens-knockout-bracket-challenge-2026/group?id=953a70f2-7121-4668-af2e-872e5808fb49&joining=trueWe welcome all comments - positive, negative or inane. Please send them to [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Confederate Flag of Truce - https://americanhistory.si.edu/collections/object/nmah_515980We welcome all comments - positive, negative or inane. Please send them to [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We take a deep dive into the corruption and controversies surrounding the pinnacle of the beautiful game.We welcome all comments - positive, negative or inane. Please send them to [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Abby digs into the the challenges the LGBTQ+ community has faced in the past and how those challenges are echoed today.We welcome all comments - positive, negative or inane. Please send them to [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you’ve ever wondered how 1950s sitcom wives, Little House on the Prairie aesthetics, TikTok homesteads, and anti-vax conspiracies all ended up in the same algorithm, this Trad Wife episode is for you.We welcome all comments - positive, negative or inane. Please send them to [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Abby shares her ideas of how the Democrats can regain control of a runaway country.We welcome all comments - positive, negative or inane. Please send them to [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Who killed JFK and other questions for which people make up storiesWe welcome all comments - positive, negative or inane. Please send them to [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Despite the challenges with its creator, the original seven part series is still beloved in our family. But what about the things that have come after?We welcome all comments - positive, negative or inane. Please send them to [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Article about Mr Beasthttps://www.vulture.com/article/lawsuit-accuses-mrbeast-company-of-inappropriate-behavior.html?utm_source=nymag_app_article_shareWe welcome all comments - positive, negative or inane. Please send them to [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A discussion of the landmark monopoly case involving Live Nation and Ticketmaster and the potential fallout. And in Not Necessarily the News we discuss the the Mike Vrabel/Diana Russini controversy. And the Red Sox stink!We welcome all comments - positive, negative or inane. Please send them to [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An educator and Girl Dad joins us to talk about both.We welcome all comments - positive, negative or inane. Please send them to [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The year when everything changedWe welcome all comments - positive, negative or inane. Please send them to [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An introduction to winter's favorite racquet sportWe welcome all comments - positive, negative or inane. Please send them to [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

New episode of GirlDad is here and we're all in on March Madness! 🏀Dad and I filled out our brackets together for both the men's and women's tournaments - and had so much fun we made it the whole episode. We dig into the history of March Madness (it started with an Illinois high school official in 1939!), break down our picks, debate mascots (the St. Louis Billikens are incredible), and somehow predicted a Cinderella upset an hour before news broke that made it even more likely.Want to play along? We've set up the GirlDad Challenge for both tournaments. Fill out your bracket and see if you can beat us. Fair warning: we have no idea what we're doing, so the bar is low.Let's see who knows nothing the best!Men's bracket - group password is girldadhttps://fantasy.espn.com/games/tournament-challenge-bracket-2026/group?id=57eec391-f0d9-445b-889f-e7be8c22ade6&joinKey=e5269fb9-9d7e-3fa5-985c-d46e2395d681&joining=trueWomen's bracket - group password is girldadhttps://fantasy.espn.com/games/tournament-challenge-bracket-women-2026/group?id=95ed0b0c-1d38-42bb-8821-e676701782b6&joinKey=e5269fb9-9d7e-3fa5-985c-d46e2395d681&joining=trueWe welcome all comments - positive, negative or inane. Please send them to [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A lengthy conversation with Henry Frechette about his sabbatical with his family in Nelson, NZ.We welcome all comments - positive, negative or inane. Please send them to [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We explore the moon as a cultural, mythological, and scientific touchstone — covering lunar eclipses, moon goddesses, the space race, conspiracy theories, and the moon's surprising influence on everything from werewolf legends to mermaid TV shows.Here's the full clip from that memorable NESN eclipse game...https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=viPHZkI_euA We welcome all comments - positive, negative or inane. Please send them to [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Here are some clips about the Vinicius Jr. & Prestianni incidenthttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vusHVhMX3n8&feature=youtu.behttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4EsU7ddxdyE&feature=youtu.behttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e5vit78EqtY&feature=youtu.beWe welcome all comments - positive, negative or inane. Please send them to [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wolfdog crosses finish line - https://www.youtube.com/shorts/kumtuBt7QT0Kingsbury Machine Tool - https://vimeo.com/1017665496We welcome all comments - positive, negative or inane. Please send them to [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The history and traditions of Valentine's Day, covering everything from its Christian origins with St. Valentine to modern commercialization, international celebrations, and cultural variations around the worldWe welcome all comments - positive, negative or inane. Please send them to [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Patriots are in the Super Bowl and Dad's giving us 65 years of history - Schaefer Stadium, the Tuck Rule, and why this team finally feels likeable to Abby. Plus: Catherine O'Hara, new Disney CEO, Smiles of the Week"Recipes:Shrimp NachosHeat oven to 400Marinate shelled shrimp in your favorite margarita mix for at least 30 minutesDice a couple of peppers of your favorite varietyThinly slice a green onionLayer a large cookie sheet with Tostitos Hint of Lime tortilla chipsCook shrimp in a pan until pink, cut into small pieces and set asideLayer chips with peppers, onion and Mexican cheeseBake for about 10 minutesAdd shrimp and more cheeseBake for another 10 minutes until cheese is bubbly and chips are starting to brownEnjoy!The Drake1.5 oz bourbon1.5 oz FRESH lemon juice1 oz maple syrupsplash of sodaiceWe welcome all comments - positive, negative or inane. Please send them to [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Occupational Outlook Handbook - https://www.bls.gov/ooh/Occupation profile - https://www.careeronestop.org/Toolkit/Careers/Occupations/occupation-profile.aspxWe welcome all comments - positive, negative or inane. Please send them to [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Main Topic - Sports Betting: A deep dive into the explosion of online sports betting since the 2018 Supreme Court decision. We discuss the aggressive marketing, the dangers of apps making gambling too easy, parlays and prop bets, the risks to college athletes receiving death threats, and why the industry needs better regulation and education around addiction.Sports Time: Peter updates us on the College Football Championship (Indiana held on in a thriller), plus Venus Williams competing in the Australian Open at 45 - and nearly facing Coco Gauff in the second round.Silly Current Events: Trump leaking world leaders' texts like a Real Housewife, Amanda finally leaving Kyle on Summer House, the Beckham family feud spilling onto Instagram, and the Wile E. Coyote movie that Warner Bros. tried to bury for a tax write-off - now finally getting released thanks to fan outrage.Smile of the Week: Abigail binged mystery shows (Only Murders, The Residence, His & Hers, The Seven Dials) and guessed most of the killers. Peter found new homes for old treasures - Legos to Dana Hall's middle school and George's vintage baseball memorabilia to the New England Sports Museum.Claude is AI and can make mistakes. Please double-check responses.We welcome all comments - positive, negative or inane. Please send them to [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode Highlights:Sports Time: Peter previews the College Football Championship between 10-seed Miami and undefeated Indiana, plus a look at those jaw-dropping ticket prices. Abigail covers FA Cup upsets, including non-league Macclesfield stunning reigning champions Crystal Palace.Silly Current Events: Golden Globes recap (spoiler: kind of boring), Elon Musk custody news, Harry Styles' surprise comeback announcement, and the fascinating world of public domain - Betty Boop and Blondie are now fair game, with horror movies already in the works.Main Topic - The Monroe Doctrine: A deep dive into the 1823 doctrine that shaped US foreign policy in the Western Hemisphere, from its origins through the Roosevelt Corollary, and how it connects to current events in Venezuela.Smile of the Week: A Patriots tailgate survival hack and a heartwarming coffee shop meet-cute.We welcome all comments - positive, negative or inane. Please send them to [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Abby's blog - https://fridaybaby.substack.com/Cooking with Carter - https://www.tiktok.com/@cookingwithcarter or https://www.instagram.com/cookingwithcarterofficialWe welcome all comments - positive, negative or inane. Please send them to [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Predictions, Hopes and DreamsWe welcome all comments - positive, negative or inane. Please send them to [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Cindy discussed her extensive and unique holiday traditions, which began strictly after Thanksgiving. She detailed her preferences for a real Christmas tree, a mix of traditional and quirky country Christmas music, and a specific viewing order for classic holiday films. The conversation also covered her family's special food and drink traditions, such as "Duck Fart" shots and Ruby Red cake, and activities including a family baking day, game nights, and the long-standing tradition of creating personalized "house calendars."We welcome all comments - positive, negative or inane. Please send them to [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How a sex tape led to today's modern entertainment media.We welcome all comments - positive, negative or inane. Please send them to [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The rise and fall and maybe rise again of independent truthtelling. From Ken Burns to Woodward and Bernstein to Carol Loennig, getting the full story - whether in documentary film or newswriting - has been the ultimate goal for responsible investigative journalists. This week we discuss whether that art form is dying or being reborn.We welcome all comments - positive, negative or inane. Please send them to [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We had too much to say about the impact injuries have on sports to hold it to one episode.We welcome all comments - positive, negative or inane. Please send them to [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Injuries are just part of the story as we discuss the broader problems injuries create.We welcome all comments - positive, negative or inane. Please send them to [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our Aunt/SIL sits down to tell us about childhood summers on Cape Cod, adventures in London and life as a philanthropy consultant.We welcome all comments - positive, negative or inane. Please send them to [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Not a marijuana reference but a hint that we are covering a lot of topics today - from politics to baseball to The Boss.We welcome all comments - positive, negative or inane. Please send them to [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From the 12th century to Day of the Dead we delve into the many stories behind trick or treating, costumes and jack-o-lanterns.We welcome all comments - positive, negative or inane. Please send them to [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From costumes to movies to candy, we discuss all things Halloween despite Abby being a little under the weather.We welcome all comments - positive, negative or inane. Please send them to [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Spooky month continues with a look at why this phenomenon is all the rage.We welcome all comments - positive, negative or inane. Please send them to [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you in one?We welcome all comments - positive, negative or inane. Please send them to [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Never heard of it? Consider it the Salem of the 1980s.We welcome all comments - positive, negative or inane. Please send them to [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Well it is, but it shouldn't be treated so negatively.We welcome all comments - positive, negative or inane. Please send them to [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"What's your sign" is not just a pickup line.We welcome all comments - positive, negative or inane. Please send them to [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How tech, particularly the iPhone, has changed - and ruined - the world.We welcome all comments - positive, negative or inane. Please send them to [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A look at advertising and some our favorite all-time campaigns.We welcome all comments - positive, negative or inane. Please send them to [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're not going back! Just remembering...We welcome all comments - positive, negative or inane. Please send them to [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With the US Open under way we look at changes the game has undergone over the years.We welcome all comments - positive, negative or inane. Please send them to [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Who doesn't remember Saturday morning cartoons - although now you can see them on Tuesday night... or Thursday afternoon. THis week we recall some of our favorite animated series before saying "be-di, be-di, that's all folks!"We welcome all comments - positive, negative or inane. Please send them to [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Everyone loves a good laugh but are movie comedies coming back from the dead? We welcome all comments - positive, negative or inane. Please send them to [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Now that Abby has been living in New York for nearly two years, she has developed a fascination with Broadway. And it's not just the shows. This week she shares just some of what she has learned about The Great White Way (including the origins of that phrase) and we discuss some of our favorite plays and musicals.We welcome all comments - positive, negative or inane. Please send them to [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.