Samantha went on an adventure to Alaska with her sister and mother. It was basically an extended adult play date. We discuss

Jeff feels like one of Mark Rosenzweig's rats in a new, enriched environment. Lisa joins him to talk learning rich environments.

Samantha shares about her new job and that leads to a discussion about all kids can play--and should be allowed to.

A while back, Jeff suggested the wheelbarrow was the best loose part ever. In this episode, he and Nicole discuss how maybe Sand should have that title.

Samantha shares a story with Carol and Jeff that leads to talk about death and more.

Nicole and Jeff chat about emerging independence and not crying over upturned cups of milk and other related irritants.

Does this topic narrow the gap between the generations? Brett and Jeff chat about their shared love of The Office. Jeff thinks he's a Toby, but which office character does Brett's quiz say he is?

Samantha, Carol, and Jeff talk about the beach and early learning.

Nicole finally broke down and got her kids a dog. We chat about how Simba has improved life for everyone in the house. Plus, Jeff share's about a really weird thing his pup, Slinky, has been doing.

In this episode, Brett quizzes Jeff about his new state and shares a problem she has to deal with. Jeff also brings Aspirational Swings to the table for conversation.