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GirlDad

Join Abigail and Peter Frechette each week as they delve into a variety of topics ranging from worldwide current events to personal historic moments and everything in between. Having the mutual respect of a father and daughter, their generational, gender, and philosophical differences make for interesting and thought provoking discussions.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    Ep. 117 - Conspiracy Theories

    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.

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    Ep. 116 - Harry Potter

    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.

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    Ep. 115 - Remakes and Adaptations

    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.

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    Ep. 114 - Live Nation/Ticketmaster v. States/Consumers

    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.

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    Ep. 113 - Rob Mather

    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.

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    Ep. 112 - 2016

    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.

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    Ep. 111 - APTA's Amin Khadduri

    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.

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    Ep. 110 - March Madness!

    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.

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    Ep. 109 - A US Teacher in New Zealand

    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.

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    Ep. 108 - The Moon

    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.

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    Ep. 107 - The Epstein Class

    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.

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    Ep. 106 - Winter Olympics

    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.

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    Ep. 105 - Happy Valentine's Day

    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.

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    Ep. 104 - The Patriots

    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.

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    Ep. 103 - College Counseling

    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.

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    Ep. 102 - Sports Gambling

    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.

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    Ep. 101 - The Monroe Doctrine

    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.

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    100!

    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.

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    Ep. 99 - 2026

    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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    Ep. 98 - Year in Review

    We 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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    Ep. 97 - Queen of Christmas

    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.

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    Ep. 96 - Streaming Wars

    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.

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    Ep. 95 - Investigative Journalism

    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.

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    Ep. 94 - Sports Injuries (part 2)

    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.

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    Ep. 93 - Sports Injuries (part 1)

    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.

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    Ep. 92 - Jenny

    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.

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    Ep. 91 - Pot Pourri

    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.

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    Ep. 90 - Halloween History

    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.

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    Ep. 89 - Halloween Memories

    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.

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    Ep. 88 - True Crime

    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.

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    Ep. 87 - Cults

    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.

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    Ep. 86 Satanic Panic

    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.

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    Ep. 85 - Lazy is not a four letter word...

    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.

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    Ep. 84 - Star Signs

    "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.

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    Ep. 83 - Technology is Boring!

    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.

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    Ep. 82 - Got Milk?

    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.

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    Ep. 81 - Back to School

    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.

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    Ep. 80 - Tennis

    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.

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    Ep. 79 - Cartoons

    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.

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    Ep. 78 - Divine Comedies

    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.

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    Ep. 77 - Broadway

    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.

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    Ep. 76 - New Sports

    Abigail and Peter discuss new ways athletes are finding to monetize their talents. Topics include Athletes Unlimited, the NCAA's new NIL deal, Big3 basketball and the United Soccer League.We 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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    Ep. 75 - Reunion

    The reunion episode cannot capture the joys and comedic moments that have made this such a wonderful family tradition - but we tried.We 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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    Ep. 74 - Roadtrip!

    Wulie we do dig into a lot of great memories here, there are a couple of things we failed to mention about the RV trip, The vehicle itself was named "Alice" after the housekeeper on The Brady Bunch - a show we were way into at the time. And while on the RVtrip we saw the license plates of all 50 states. Ironically, the last one we got was New Hampshire and it just happened to be parked near us in the RV park in Rapid City.We 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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    Ep. 73 - Fourth of July

    A day late due to operator error!We 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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    Ep. 72 - PM Abby

    We close out Pride month with Abby giving us the inside scoop on her personal Pride journey.We 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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    Ep. 71 - PM Sean Mulligan

    Cheak out Sean Hobbes and the High Res at seanhobbes.com and get a taste of the future at heyheyhoney.comWe 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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    Ep. 70 - PM Rali Weaver

    Reverend Rali Weaver was the first female minister of the First Church and Parish of Dedham, MA and will be the first female minister of UU Falmouth. She describes herself as a behaviorist and strives to approach every problem with compassion, curiosity, and caring. She believes that churches are more sustainable when they learn to collaborate with their surrounding communities.Falmouth Unitarian Universalist Fellowship - https://uuffm.org/First Church and Parish in Dedham - https://www.dedhamuu.org/We 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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    Ep. 69 - Pride: Jessica Keimowitz

    Pride Month kicks off with BB&N's, and formerly Dana Hall's, Upper School Director.We 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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    Ep. 68 - Seen it Live!

    Girl saw more than 100 concerts before she left high school and Dad was there with her - alot! Once again we dig deep into the way back machine.We 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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Join Abigail and Peter Frechette each week as they delve into a variety of topics ranging from worldwide current events to personal historic moments and everything in between. Having the mutual respect of a father and daughter, their generational, gender, and philosophical differences make for interesting and thought provoking discussions.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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