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Parenting Tips from “Lost” S1 E4, “Walkabout”

7/31/2024

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Each Wednesday, we discuss an older entertainment property, and currently, that's Lost. In this episode, we got more of Locke's back story, which also gave us more a lot more to wonder about when it comes to the properties of this island. On the parenting tip, Michael searched for a babysitter and decided on someone who doesn't speak a word of English.

Next Wednesday, we'll discuss season 1, episode 5, "White Rabbit." We'll be back tomorrow with a roundup of some of our favorite segments, like a library find and a visit to our archives.
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Parenting Tips from “A Gentleman in Moscow” E4, “Good Times”

7/30/2024

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On Tuesdays, we share our thoughts on a newer entertainment property. Currently, that's A Gentleman in Moscow, a limited series on Paramount+. In episode 4, "Good Times," Alexander has become a gentlemanly waiter, and is realizing that life in the hotel is not representative of life in the real world. And by the end of the episode, he's become a surrogate father (...maybe grandfather, at this point) again. Mentioned: Brian Grubb, a TV writer who always appreciates the line "We're not so different, you and I" (heard in this episode).

Next Tuesday, we'll discuss the fifth episode of the series, "An Arrival." We'll be back tomorrow with a discussion of our other current TV watch/rewatch, Lost. ​
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Weekly Roundup: “Deadly Biters,” Movie Games, and Mom Confessions

7/25/2024

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​Here's what we're reading, recommending, and revisiting this week.

Catherine's library find is another scary nonfiction series for children: Deadly Biters (including Grizzly Bears Bite!, Piranhas Bite!, Hippos Bite!, and more). Mentioned: The similar series Animal Battles and Who Would Win?.
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Terri's random recommendation is a set of games that test your knowledge of movies, actors, fun facts, and the way they all intersect: Cinematrix, Movie Grid, and Movie Pyramid. Mentioned: The This Had Oscar Buzz podcast.

In the archives, we found that four years after our original discussion, we could come up with a few more mom confessions. 

Next week's lineup: 
  • A Gentleman in Moscow E4, "Good Times," on Tuesday, July 30
  • Lost S1 E4, "Walkabout," on Wednesday, July 31
  • Weekly roundup on Thursday, August 1

Until then (and anytime you're in need), the archives are available.
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Parenting Tips from “Lost” S1 E3, “Tabula Rasa”

7/24/2024

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Each Wednesday, we discuss an older entertainment property, and currently, that's Lost. This episode, "Tabula Rasa," focused on flashbacks to Kate's back story, so we learned more about how she was pursued all the way to Australia by a U.S. Marshal (if not exactly why she was in his sights). We also saw a real parenting win when Locke recovered Walt's dog, but let Michael be the hero who reunited the two.

Next Wednesday, we'll discuss season 1, episode 4, "Walkabout." We'll be back tomorrow with a roundup of some of our favorite segments, like a library find and a visit to our archives.
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Parenting Tips from “A Gentleman in Moscow” E3, “The Last Rostov”

7/23/2024

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On Tuesdays, we share our thoughts on a newer entertainment property. Currently, that's A Gentleman in Moscow, a limited series on Paramount+. In episode 3, "The Last Rostov," the Count's reckoning with all the changes in his world brings him to the brink, but a kindly beekeeper rescues him. He also deepens his relationships with Anna (the actress) and Osip (the official who supervises his captivity). Plus. Nina's back—as a teen know-it-all. We can relate.

Next Tuesday, we'll discuss the fourth episode of the series, "Good Times." We'll be back tomorrow with a discussion of our other current TV watch/rewatch, Lost. 
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Weekly Roundup: “Glassworks,” HARDY’s “Quit!!”, and Refusing to Simplify

7/18/2024

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Here's what's on our minds (and playlists) this week:

Catherine's library find is a book she judged by its cover. Glassworks's art and blurbs appealed enough for Catherine to give this debut novel by Olivia Wolfgang-Smith a try (it also happens to be on the Staff Picks table at her library right now, chosen by another staff member). It's a creative, but uneven, tale of four generations trying, and often failing, to connect with and support one another.
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Terri's random recommendation is the latest album (collection of songs?) from HARDY, titled "Quit!!" She's enjoying the artist's transition from country music to F-bomb-laden hard rock. 

In the archives, we revisit a rant from four years ago: Simply Refusing to Simplify, about the (many) issues we have with listicle-format advice on minimalism.

Next week's lineup: 
  • A Gentleman in Moscow E3, "The Last Rostov," on Tuesday, July 23
  • Lost S1 E3, "Tabula Rasa," on Wednesday, July 24
  • Weekly roundup on Thursday, July 25

Until then (and anytime you're in need), the archives are available.
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Parenting Tips from “Lost” S1 E2, “Pilot Part 2”

7/17/2024

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Each Wednesday, we discuss an older entertainment property, and currently, that's Lost. Happily for Catherine, the second part of the pilot was much less migraine-inducing than the first part. The castaways are likely not as happy, as they are dealing with mysterious monsters, mysterious fellow passengers, and mysterious raw fish dishes. As for parenting, we're giving Michael a pass for now, but he's going to need to step up his game.

Next Wednesday, we'll discuss season 1, episode 3, "Tabula Rasa." We'll be back tomorrow with a roundup of some of our favorite segments from our recent Weekly Roundup format.
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Parenting Tips from “A Gentleman in Moscow” E2, “An Invitation”

7/16/2024

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On Tuesdays, we share our thoughts on a newer entertainment property. Currently, that's A Gentleman in Moscow, a limited series on Paramount+. "An Invitation," the second episode of eight, did in fact bring a couple of invitations (some threatening, some not), along with a secret expansion of the Count's living quarters and--sadly—the departure of his young friend, Nina.

Next Tuesday, we'll discuss the third episode of the series, "The Last Rostov." We'll be back tomorrow with a discussion of our other current TV watch/rewatch, Lost. 
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Weekly Roundup: “Animalphabet,” Too Old for Cool on Substack, and Picking Your Battles

7/11/2024

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Things look and sound a little different here at Parenting Roundabout? Check out Tuesday's episode and post for the details.

Each Thursday, join us for a weekly roundup that's an update on our most recent podcast format. We'll bring you a library find, an update from Terri on life or pop culture or whatever's on her mind, and a pick from our archives.

Catherine's library find this week is a lushly illustrated children's picture book called Animalphabet by Julia Donaldson, with art by Sharon King-Chai, because there's always room for another animal alphabet book (especially when it's this beautiful). Mentioned: Some of Donaldson's other titles, Room on the Broom, The Gruffalo, and The Gruffalo's Child (all illustrated by Axel Scheffler). 

Terri's random recommendation is the exciting news that she has started a Substack newsletter! Find out more and subscribe: Too Old for Cool. It's free (although you're welcome to pay her if you'd like).

In the archives, we revisit a classic from two years ago: Choosing Your Parenting Battles.

Next week's lineup: 
  • A Gentleman in Moscow E2, "An Invitation," on Tuesday, July 16
  • Lost S1 E2, "Pilot Part 2," on Wednesday, July 17
  • Weekly roundup on Thursday, July 18

Until then (and anytime you're in need), the archives are available.
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Parenting Tips from “Lost” S1 E1, “Pilot Part 1”

7/10/2024

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Things look and sound a little different here at Parenting Roundabout? Check out yesterday's episode and post for the details.

Each Wednesday, we discuss an older entertainment property--something one or both of us has watched and wants to revisit, or something we missed the first time around. We're kicking it off with Lost, which premiered almost 20 years ago. Terri enjoyed it, in all its convoluted weirdness. Catherine hasn't seen it before, but is willing to risk migraines to find out more.

Next Wednesday, we'll discuss season 1, episode 2, "Pilot Part 2." We'll be back tomorrow with 
a roundup of some of our favorite segments from our recent Weekly Roundup format.
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