09 Mar 2026
38m

EPISODE 78: We Forget How To Play

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Strangers on a Bench

The podcast explores themes of motherhood, childhood experiences, and personal growth through an interview with a woman who works in a nursery and is a mother of three. She reflects on the challenges and joys of raising children, including a son with autism, and contrasts her parenting approach with her own upbringing. The guest shares insights into the importance of play in child development and the changing landscape of childcare, highlighting the increasing emphasis on documentation. She also discusses her evolving relationship with her own mother and the complexities of her children's relationship with their father, who overcame addiction. The conversation touches on the guest's love for reading, her personal aspirations, and her observations on how social media impacts today's teenagers.

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Part 1: Family Life, Parenting, and Autism

Part 2: Career, Nursery Care, and the Power of Play

Part 3: Personal History, Loss, and Relationships

Part 4: Community, Co-parenting, and Future Concerns

Part 5: Personal Interests, Reading, and Music

Part 6: Reflections on Connection and Public Spaces

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