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That's Not What Mom Said

by Tim Arcand & Amy Hall

A podcast with a little chit chat between a girl dad and his adult daughter! Listen in to hear a girl dad of three daughters and his youngest daughter discuss, and reminisce through their years of funny, awkward, embarrassing, slightly serious, yet heartwarming stories from each of their perspectives. You might even gain a little bit of knowledge, advice, a whole lot of sarcasm, and satire, and you will for sure walk away with a rad dad joke!

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Episodes

  1. 198. Reading and Rereading Great Books

    Have you ever read a book more than once, more than twice? How about six times? That's how many times Tim claims to have read The Lord of the Rings trilogy. With Amy finally having read the series, the discussion turns to Middle Earth and the lives of Hobbits, Wizards, Elves, Dwarves and Men. The...

  2. 197. Oktoberfest and Medical Bills!

    When exactly is Oktoberfest, why does it start in September and how long should it last? Amy and Tim discuss these important questions as they sample several Oktoberfest beers supplied by Amy (For a change!) Thankfully Oktoberfest is not conflated with anything else during the month of October....

  3. 196. Be Positive!

    In today's world of social media, it's far too easy to find the negative. While it may take some digging, Tim and Amy discuss looking for the positives in life. From drinking beer, (Beer is good!) to owning dogs and looking at the amazing things that are in this world, life it never as bad as…

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  4. 195. Home Projects With Amy!

    Amy makes a triumphant return to the podcast after some time off. The conversation turns all those projects that pop up with the end of summer and the coming of winter (Winter's coming!) The problem is that all those projects identified during summer don't get finished, and with dwindling…

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  5. 194. Family Traditions with D2.

    Lindsey joins the podcast sitting in for D3 again this week. The conversation takes an entirely different turn as the mother of three tummy terrors leans into a discussion of family traditions. Of course any appearance of D2 includes her own D1 and D2 as things fly off the rail! What traditions…

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  6. 193. Bad Dog Owners

    D2 returns to guest host with Tim with the discussion covering children (Lindsey's Tummy Terrors) and the things that bother us about bad dog owners. Lindsey, with a residential zoo containing dogs, snakes, a bearded dragon, a flock of chickens and a snapping turtle (yes! you read that correctly)...

  7. 192. Sam's Club vs. Costco

    Even after nearly five years of retirement, Tim says Fridays still are a good day while there are no more "Sunday Scaries." After another episode with an extended opening segment, with another beer tasting challenge, and once again Amy nails it! Eventually the conversation gets around to…

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  8. 191. Another State Fair Episode!?!?!?

    Yup, it's that time of year again. With the winding down of summer comes the Great Minnesota Get-Together — The Minnesota State Fair. Arguably the greatest state fair there is. And when the fair comes, Tim's retirement takes a holiday! Listen as Amy goes through some of the new foods at this…

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  9. 190. Don't Complain About It!

    How do you handle people who only seem to be happy when they complain? Do you jump into the fray and join the party, or try to deflect the complainer from the topic? Do chronic complainers even want someone to solve their problem, or is it hardwired into their person as a coping mechanism that...

  10. 189. Nothing is Original

    Are there anymore original thoughts or ideas? Has everything been thought of, composed and written, or, as a society we are just too lazy to create and instead just reuse things that have already been done? Is a 5-gallon bucket ever worth $9 + tax? What if comes packed with 24 cans of beer?…

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  11. 188. Glow Stick Pool Party, Beer, Dogs, and Who Gets to Travel with Mom?

    This may be the quintessential-typical episode as Amy and Tim sit down with no idea what they are going to talk about, and when the episode is complete the question comes up, "What did we talk about?" There's a little of everything in this episode with, of course, a description of beer. Recorded…

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  12. 187. Am I the A$$hole?

    Amy and Tim dive straight into the question of whether or not Tim is the problem. (In most cases the answer is obvious!) Listen as Tim details his most recent bicycle adventure and near-death experience (of course he is soooo dramatic!!) And why were so many bots in Vietnam downloading our...

  13. 186. Beer!

    It's become a part of every episode for Amy and Tim, so why not make almost the entire episode about it. From "The Opening" to the ending, Amy and Tim chat about beer and how it just seems to hit differently in the summer. Who wants to drink a cold beer when the temperature is flirting with...

  14. 185. Do You Hear Voices in Your Head?

    Who else hears voices or has full blown conversations in their head? Listen as Amy and Tim discuss the benefits of playing out conversations within your head as a way to practice reacting based on your values and not your emotions. The issue arises when you end up in an argument and wind up not...

  15. 184. The World Cup and Coaching Youth Soccer!

    What has been your favorite moment of the FIFA World Cup coming to North America? Is the Scots taking over pubs in Boston, the Oranje Fanwalk of the Netherland fans, or the reactions of many foreigners experiencing a bit of Americana? Amy and Tim delve into this among other topics including Amy...

  16. 183. Advice From Dad

    In this episode Amy compiles the words of advice that she and her sisters recall from growing up with Tim. It is great to learn that all those lectures with those pearls of wisdom were not wasted on deaf ears. Listen as Amy and Tim breakdown 11 phrases and bits of wisdom passed on through the...

  17. 182. Two Dads Talking on Vacation!

    D1's husband, Josh, sits down with Tim as a guest cohost for the podcast. From skateboarding to soccer and fishing listen as Josh brings his perspective to parenting. How long does it take to set up two kids when you go fishing before you can drop a line in the water? To anyone who's taking a…

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  18. 181. Jet-Lagged Amy Returns!

    Amy returns after a few weeks hiatus just in time to join Tim and the $h!t$how on vacation in beautiful Central Minnesota. After flying back from Europe and a bit jet lagged, Amy relates some of the struggles of her latest trip. The conversation breaks down into Paris versus London, wine versus...

  19. 180. Revisiting Camping and Creating New Traditions with D2!

    D2 guest hosts this episode with Tim as, per usual, Amy's schedule was far too busy for this week's recording. And guess what! Lindsey actually listened to an episode and may have added another listener to the mix! She decided to kill time while getting another tattoo (Something Amy accuses her…

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  20. 179. Skin Care with Bright Girl!

    In a first for That's Not What Mom Said, Amy and Tim welcome Dr. Angela Casey, a double-board certified Dermatologist and her husband, and girl-dad of three daughters, Michael Casey to the podcast. Dr. Angela and Michael share some of their experiences in creating Bright Girl…

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  21. 178. Can We Just Be Civil?

    After the past couple of episodes referring to the book, "Return to Civility," A Speed of Laughter Project, Tim actually finds his book and Amy and him take turns discussing some of the content. Does Amy share some of her entries into her list of "Unhinged Things My Friends Say?" GD3 told Amy…

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  22. 177. Oh No, Mom's in the Hospital!

    Many of us have experienced this. You have your week all planned out and it's packed with yardwork, walking the dogs, watching youth soccer games, going out to dinner and see friends and all of a sudden everything changes. How amazing it is that you don't have the time to get everything done that...

  23. 176. Amy's Ear Piercing and Time Management

    Listen is to the latest episode of That's Not What Mom Said to find out if Amy is leaving the podcast for another side hustle. The duo returns to one of Tim's favorite topics of Time Management, or the folly that it is. And yet again brings up "The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People." We all…

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  24. 175. Liked vs Respected

    Amy and Tim delve into another deep topic as they discuss being Liked and being Respected. Is it possible to be liked and respected? Is it possible to be liked without being respected? As a director of people, which is more important, being liked or being respected? These are just a few of the...

  25. 174. Is it Better to be Kind or Nice?

    When we are "Nice" to people might we being doing them a disservice? When we encounter a situation where the opportunity arises to be kind, do we sometimes take the easy road and are nice in a situation because it is easier for us? Are "Nice" and "Kind" interchangeable? On the surface they appear...

  26. 148. The Importance of Relationships

    In a return engagement, D2 joins Tim in discussing Year 4 at the Minnesota State Fair. Between interruptions from her S1, Lindsey and Tim discuss the importance of getting to know those around you, and the benefits positive relations bring. Tim shares what he has learned in four years to help...

  27. 173. Gracie the Co-Host, Could Amy's Spot be in Jeopardy?

    GD1 takes the place of D3 in the latest episode of "That's Not What Mom Said! In a brief sit down, Gracie and Tim (Bompa) talk about her interests, what makes a good mom and why her dad is a good dad (hint - it has something to do with going to the skate park!) She rails on her annoying little...

  28. 172. T-Shirts and Old Men, is Tim the Old Man in the Neighborhood?

    In this episode, Tim and Amy spitball of offering "That's Not What Mom Said" t-shirts. The themes include "Friday on Tap", "Fresh Tapped Fridays", "Beer and Banter" and possibly a complimentary line of "Tim's Tidbits" capturing some of his wisdom (that sounds a lot better than stupid rantings!)…

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  29. 171. Being a Minnesotan, The Land of How Many Lakes?

    Everyone knows that Minnesota is the "Land of 10,000 Lakes." But how many lakes are there really, why does Amy have the actual number committed to memory? Amy also discovered that she might have a guard cat, and a laser-point chasing dog. (Things always seem to get mixed up at her house!) Listen…

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  30. 170. Lindsey Crashes the Podcast!

    After several recent guest host appearances, Lindsey joins Amy and Tim as the conversation, once again, uses AI to ask thought-provoking questions providing little insight as to what makes us tick. If you had a theme song for your life what would it be? When do you feel most like yourself? What...

  31. 169. Party Buses, Curling in AZ and Being a Good Teammate!

    What is the proper etiquette for party buses? Is it anything goes? How does one give themselves a black eye partying on a bus? So many questions, as Amy describes the celebration of her birthday weekend — how old are you, Amy? Tim fills us in on his trip to Arizona where he took part in a curling...

  32. 168. Puzzles and Cold Weather

    What is your go to activity when the temperature encourages you to stay inside? Recorded during the last cold snap of the season, Amy returns (as host or co-host?). Is a lamp a lamp if it doesn't provide any light? Find out what Amy added to her stairway, and does it really make any sense? Tim...

  33. 167. Streaming Services, How Many is Too Many?

    Amy and Tim do a little compare and contrast of the numerous streaming services available. What is the optimum number to have? Why in the world would anyone even have cable anymore (can you guess who still does?) What is the best service and how many do you "share" with a friend or family member?

  34. 166. It's Not Worth the Money!

    Amy and Tim discuss some things that all of us are paying for and if they are worth it or not. Listen in as Amy's fur babies join the podcast (or intrude might be more accurate!) as they cover items from coffee-house coffee, greeting cards to cable TV or premium music subscriptions. Go ahead and...

  35. 165. Insomnia, Becoming Your Parents, and the Girls Get Tattoos!

    Once again, D2 sits in for Amy as she and Tim discuss various topics - why stick to just one thing when there are so many things to talk about. Besides, who can stay focused. The conversation goes from comparing and discussing our insomnia to how does Lindsey see herself becoming her parents, or...

  36. 164. Goals and Warning Labels

    What would your warning label say about you? D2 sits in for Amy in this episode as she and Tim discuss goals versus resolutions and the right approach to be successful. Of course, along with D2 comes at least one of her tummy terrors ( or is that "tearer" based on how he came into this world?)...

  37. 163. How Old is Old? We're not as Old as We once Thought...

    Tim and Amy delve into the question about at what point are old? It is kind of a mind over matter, except when the aches and pains of the body matter! Amy also explains what "Being Iced" means and how she suspected that Tim was the one icing her at Christmas. If you're a fan of our podcast we...

  38. 162. Pottery, Beanie Babies and Stanley Mugs?

    What in the world would pottery, Beanie Babies and Stanley Mugs have in common? Amy and Tim delve into Mom's ever-changing collection habits. What is the strangest things that you or someone you know has collected? If you ever wanted a brief rundown of the process of making pottery, this is it!…

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  39. 161. Mommy and Me Take 4!

    Listen in as Amy describes her latest adventure with "Mom" as they travel to St. Augustine Florida for the latest Mommy and Me Trip. Amy details her ability to determine who will be the next bar patrons to leave, and wrangle her way into getting their table. Amy and Tim touch on doing a good…

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  40. 160. Parking Lot BBQ

    Yes, it is as bad as it sounds. Why would anyone, ever, buy BBQ from the back of someone's vehicle, especially in the parking lot of a Target store. Even if you are in Texas. Even if you do not want to be rude. The message has to be — never, ever, but BBQ from someone selling it out of their…

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  41. 159. Tattoos, Pets and Holiday Traditions!

    With Amy goofing off on another "Mommy and Me" trip, D2 once again steps bringing her unique perspective to a number of topics. Well, we cannot blame Amy that these episodes take some many twists and turns "Down the Rabbit Hole" since she's not even involved. Listen has Lindsey talks about her…

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  42. 158. Hard Seltzers and Micro Repellants!

    Amy and Tim take a different approach to their "opening" of this episode as Amy selects a hard seltzer for Tim. The discussion surrounds "Micro-Repellants" a topic from Liz Rose, a body language expert. Tim and Amy review five repellents and discuss whether some of them might actually be more...

  43. 157. Those Pesky Rodents! (No, it's not the Grandkids!)

    It is that time of year as the weather turns colder that we find unwanted boarders making themselves at home in our houses. Amy and Tim discuss the trouble with mice and their attempts to rid them from their domiciles. Who else would you suspect to be the "Mouser-in-Chief" in Amy's house? One…

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  44. 156. Dogs and Cats and Airplane Seats?

    What else would expect Amy and Tim to talk about? The conversation comes back to our precious pets and who has whom trained. Can there really be a stupid dog, or is he just playing dumb to get what he wants. Then there is the inevitable rabbit hole, as we revisit "Return to Civility: A Speed of...

  45. 155. Don't Be A Dick

    At some point in our childhood we all were told, "if you don't have anything nice to say, don't say anything at all." As well most of us we also told to "treat others like you want to be treated." Obviously these messages didn't catch with some people in the world today. In this episode's Dad…

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  46. 154. Amy's Obsession with the Cold!

    From Oymyakon to Antarctica to Mount Everest, Amy seems to fixate on the coldest places on the planet. Listen to as she describes her latest obsession. How does Tim get out of a sticky conversation? Just bring on some beer (or would that make things worse?) It's another Friday on Tap with Beer…

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  47. 153. It's Really About being Civil to Each Other!

    Amy and Tim discuss ways we all can be a little more civil (or not!) to each other. What small act of kindness have you received or witnessed, and how did it make you feel? What's the proper way to handle a cold? Should you push through it and continue work, or should you step back, take some…

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  48. 152. October Weather and Corporate Benefits!

    What does one thing have to do with another? Well, when it comes to "That's Not What Mom Said," absolutely nothing! Amy and Tim sit down for another episode of "Friday on Tap" or "Beers and Banter" and wind up talking about October weather and remembering the 1991 Halloween Snowstorm that hit the...

  49. 151. Beers, Banter and TSA?

    Listen in as Amy and Tim shoutout to some cool people they've each recently encountered. For Tim, it was a chance meeting that ended with a free beer, or two. For Amy, it was the opportunity to for a respectful encounter with a friendly TSA agent (they do exist!) Then, thinking the podcast needed…

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  50. 150. Amy's Trip Continues...

    What else would you do when you are in Prague, but spend four hours to get a tattoo? Listen in as Amy tells us about her five days in Prague. In the season of Octoberfest beer, are they as overrated as pumpkin spice? When you think about great foreign beer, what comes to top of mind — beers from...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

A podcast with a little chit chat between a girl dad and his adult daughter! Listen in to hear a girl dad of three daughters and his youngest daughter discuss, and reminisce through their years of funny, awkward, embarrassing, slightly serious, yet heartwarming stories from each of their perspectives. You might even gain a little bit of knowledge, advice, a whole lot of sarcasm, and satire, and you will for sure walk away with a rad dad joke!

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Tim Arcand & Amy Hall

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