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Minimally Acceptable Parents
by Benjamin Long
A podcast documenting our journey through 12 parenting books over 12 months as we tackle being intentional parents. Join us as we explore excellence, but will most likely attain imperfection!
Episodes
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Are My Kids on Track: Boundaries, Reflection, and COVID-19
We spend some time talking about COVID-19 and it's impact around us. Then we explore excellence with chore time, practicing spelling, & finding the silver lining during this difficult time. Then we attain imperfection with missed moments and dinner interruptions. We wrap-up our last book review…
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Are My Kids on Track?: Vocabulary, Entitlement, and the DMV
We explore excellence with practicing restraint and keeping new year's formations. Then we attain imperfection with distracted evenings and trying patience at the DMV. We kickoff our last book review of, "Are My Kids on Track?" by Sissy Goff, David Thomas, and Melissa Trevathan. We discuss the...
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The Gardener & The Carpenter: Imitation, Technological Pessimists, & Spats
We explore excellence with new books & animal facts. Then we attain imperfection with sick days and a difficult weekend. We complete our discussion on Alison Gopnik's book, "The Gardener & The Carpenter" with a discussion on some cool developmental psychology experiments, exploring how children...
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The Gardener & The Carpenter: Zombies, Oxytocin, & Vaccine Hesitancy
We explore excellence with exciting career news, removing ingrown toenails, and avoiding zombies. Then we attain imperfections in our budget and exercise routines. We start our discussion on Alison Gopnik's book, "The Gardener & The Carpenter" with a discussion on why the "parenting" model is...
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Simplicity Parenting: Cool Runnings, Blockbuster, & Crafting Rhythms
*This episode is PART B of Simplicity Parenting & picks up in the middle of our book review. So, we suggest checking out Episode 19A first.* In Part B we continue our discussion on increasing predictability & crafting rhythms through pause, dinner, and bedtime. We reminisce on our childhood…
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Simplicity Parenting: Tree Climbing, Toy Marketing, & A Blue Moose
We explore excellence with simplified rooms, climbing trees, & after-dinner walks, then attain imperfection in shifting schedules and shower meltdowns. In Part A of our discussion on Kim John Payne's book, "Simplicity Parenting," we talk on the pillars of "Too Much" and cumulative stress…
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How to Stop Losing Your Sh*t: Soccer Game, Panic Attack, & Sleep Hygiene
We explore excellence with soccer games, abstaining from eating out, and The Lord's Prayer with a detour talking about The Divine Conspiracy by Dallas Willard. Our imperfection is evident in lying, panic attacks, and ticking time bombs. Then we finish our discussion on Carla Naumburg's book, "How...
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How to Stop Losing Your Sh*t: Budgets, Triggers, & Multi-Tasking
We explore excellence with budgeting and after-school talks and attain imperfection with hyperfocus on budgeting and napping wars. We start our discussion on Carla Naumburg's new book, "How To Stop Losing Your Sh*t With Your Kids." We talk on why we lose it and the importance of writing a new...
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Hands Free Momma: Marriage Journal, The Principal's Office, & Forgiving Your Mistakes
We explore excellence through finding time to play and "The Marriage Journal." Then, we attain imperfection with parent-teacher conferences and a visit to the principal's office. We finish our conversation on "Hands Free Momma" by Rachel Macy Stafford with a discussion on clarity, simplification,...
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Hands Free Momma: Pre-K, Residency Woes, & Connectedness
We find excellence on the first day of Pre-K, the joys of school pick-up, and our initial thoughts on "The Marriage Journal." Then, we attain imperfection with screaming matches and a long venting session about all things residency - the weight of expectations, the burnout, physician suicide and...
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Sh*tty Mom: Goals, Rants, and Consumerism
We find excellence in career and marriage goals as well as spending time with friends. Then, we attain imperfection with pool lies, laundry baskets, and a rant on pediatric clinic frustrations. We finish discussing our favorite topics from "Sh*tty Mom: The Parenting Guide for the Rest of Us" by...
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Sh*tty Mom: Only Child, Thank You Notes, & Low-Grade Fevers
We find excellence in date night and extended-family time. Then, we attain imperfection with exploding cars and broken phones. "Sh*tty Mom: The Parenting Guide for the Rest of Us" by Laurie Kilmartin, Karen Moline, Alicia Ybarbo, & Mary Ann Zoellner with a discussion on only children, thank you...
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All Joy And No Fun: Lava Monster, Viking Vampire, & Folk Wisdom
We find excellence in father son bonding over imaginary video games & jumping in puddles. Then, we attain imperfection when Oliver and Rolo, our dog, decide to venture out on their own and improvise with some new locks. We make a quick detour to read the plot summary of a ridiculous romantic…
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All Joy and No Fun: Summer, Sleep, and Simple Gifts
We find excellence with morning notes and evening dinner, and attain imperfection with poorly timed pool trips and exhausted career crises. Then we introduce "All Joy and No Fun" by Jennifer Senior with a discussion on autonomy, marriage and simple gifts. Exploring Excellence 02:00 Attaining...
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Grace-Based Parenting: Enneagrams, Fur-Babies & Freedom
We find excellence with our new home & discover our Enneagram types. Then, we attain imperfection with fur baby problems including housebreaking and chewing seatbelts. Then we finish our talk on "Grace-Based Parenting" by Dr. Tim Kimmel with a discussion on a secure hope and cultivating a home…
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Grace-Based Parenting: Planes, Puzzles, & Purpose
We find excellence with some much needed "me" time and avocados with everything but bagel seasoning on top, and attain imperfection with some travel anxiety. Then we introduce "Grace-Based Parenting" by Dr. Tim Kimmel with a discussion on the first 4 chapters and some detours into Biblical…
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How to Listen So Kids Will Talk: Clean Laundry, Birthday Follies, & Autonomy
We find excellence with clean laundry and dishes, as well as a perfect morning. Then we attain imperfection with a typical afternoon, as well as last minute birthday follies. We finish "How to Talk So Kids Will Listen & Listen So Kids Will Talk" by Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish with a discussion...
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How to Talk So Kids Will Listen: Constipation, Wishful Thinking, & On-Air Arguement
We find excellence with spring cleaning (albeit somewhat obligatory) and leadership luncheons! Then, we attain imperfection in the fight against constipation. This episode introduces "How to Talk So Kids Will Listen & Listen So Kids Will Talk" by Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish with a discussion…
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Wild Things: Virtual Fires, Bedtime Follies, & Being Named
We find excellence in Netflix and virtual fires! Then, we attain imperfection in busy schedules and losing ground with good habits. We wrap up our review of Wild Things: The Art of Nurturing Boys, and discuss the being named and drawing out the heart of a boy. Finally we wrap it up with The…
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Wild Things: Peeing Outside, Puberty, & Porn
*Disclaimer* Although there is no explicit language, this episode contains some mature thematic content many parents may find inappropriate for little ears! We celebrate keeping our cool and Oliver's new school! Then, Justin from God is A Dad Podcast shares two #MAPMoments that made us laugh and...
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1-2-3 Magic: Adventures in Adulting, Overparenting, & Vanilla Ice
We explore wearing makeup and awkward political conversations! Then our imperfections about derailed routines and curse words. We review the second half of 1-2-3 Magic, and touch on "adulting", overparenting, wrap it up with The Parent Board additions and updates. Exploring Excellence 00:45...
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1-2-3 Magic: How to Frustrate Your Kid on a Regular Basis
We explore family trips to the park, family movie nights, and a new book Ben's reading! We have our first featured #MAPMoment and talk about spanking and lying to our kid. Then, we review the first half of 1-2-3 Magic, and wrap it up with our Parent Board additions and updates. Exploring…
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Desperate Not Defeated: Escaping, Redeeming, & Dinner Boxes
We explore excellence in morning routines, patience amidst meltdowns, & Mountain Dew Icees. We attain imperfection in an eitquette fail & some social anxiety. Then wrap up the second half of "Desperate": working through escaping to technology, weaknesses, the unique challenges of working and…
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Desperate: Exploring Self-Control, Inadequate Culture, & Post-Partum Depression
In this episode, we explore excellence in "Your Future Self Will Thank You" by Drew Dyck, and the benefits of not ignoring our child. Then we attain imperfection when Ben loses his temper & Sydney ignores who's in the backseat. Join us, as we dive into "Desperate: Hope for the Mom Who Needs to...
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A podcast documenting our journey through 12 parenting books over 12 months as we tackle being intentional parents. Join us as we explore excellence and attain imperfection!
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
A podcast documenting our journey through 12 parenting books over 12 months as we tackle being intentional parents. Join us as we explore excellence, but will most likely attain imperfection!
HOSTED BY
Benjamin Long
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