Ep. 200 “Pinched Nerve Remedy” FULL EPISODE

We Hired a Sitter For This

August 06, 2025

Celebrated recording of Episode 200 of “We Hired a Sitter for This,” highlighting milestone achievements in active podcast engagement since launch.

Recorded Episode 199, described as a ‘fragmented mess,’ due to a delay, with plans to include a newly recorded intro to enhance the narrative.
Current recording location in Maine emphasizes privacy and personal safety, specifically at friends’ home, which reflects a strategic choice for content creation.
Personal challenges discussed include Ross’s stolen phone, recent biking accident, and ongoing health issues affecting the overall podcasting experience.
Commitment made by Patrick to upload yoga classes for Patreon subscribers, particularly addressing students like Tori, reflecting ongoing content support for dedicated listeners.
Ross plans to release comedy sets for Patreon, marking a significant step toward developing a full hour of stand-up material aimed for 2026 taping.
The hosts share a 14-year relationship history, planning to celebrate their upcoming 15-year milestone, underscoring bond continuity amidst personal and professional upheavals.
Connection to host family’s 20-year friendship highlights the foundation of community and mutual support, influencing personal growth narratives within the podcast themes.
Family preference for a single child and pet reflects underlying shared life philosophies emphasizing simplicity and focus within their personal lives.
Noted challenges include differences in health and well-being, bringing personal struggles into the shared space of podcast content, fostering authenticity in storytelling.

Notes Episode 200 Milestone & Production Updates (00:00 – 01:28)

Celebrating Episode 200 of ‘We Hired a Sitter for This’ podcast, recorded on Tuesday, August 5th, 2025
Episode 199 (Block Island episode) delayed and described as ‘fragmented mess’ – planning to record intro and add time machine element
Recording location: Maine at Obama family friends’ house for privacy protection

️ Travel & Location Context (02:54 – 10:55)

Out of New York City for approximately 8-9 days during first week of August, feeling like a month-long absence
Currently staying with close friends in Maine who have a 10-year-old daughter they’ve watched grow up since infancy
Daughter Franny attending YMCA summer camp in Brooklyn/Maine, providing childcare relief

Personal Updates & Challenges (02:54 – 23:59)

Ross’s phone stolen and got hit by car while biking with Franny – described as ‘tough couple weeks’
Patrick has vasectomy scars from summer 2021 first Maine trip comparison
Lost one Patreon subscriber (bot suspected) but acknowledging missed episode posting
Patrick suffering from painful sty in eye, trying tea bag and eye drop treatments
Ross has pinched nerve in neck from laptop posture issues

Content Creation Commitments (04:18 – 05:54)

Patrick promising to post yoga classes for Patreon, specifically mentioning Tori as student
Ross committed to posting comedy sets from recent weekends with Ian for 2026 hour development
Planning comedy taping in 2026 with goals for Fran’s own room and new car

Relationship & Friendship History (19:34 – 21:03)

14 years together as couple, approaching 15-year milestone
Host family (Heather and husband) together for 20 years, married at wedding that was early couple experience
Heather is Ross’s college friend, moved to NYC together in 2004-2005, lived in 5-person apartment paying $400-600/month each
Ross’s sobriety date coincides with Heather’s birthday after hitting bottom night before

Family Dynamics (18:06 – 21:03)

Both families chose to have only one child and one dog, similar life philosophies
Ross’s parents together for 50+ years, currently caring for their dog Peggy
Patrick’s father using their empty Brooklyn apartment while they’re away

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