We're Back! Parenting at Christmas, Getting Old and Not Sleeping in Italy.
WE. ARE. BACK!
Join us to find out what we've been up to...
In this episode we discuss parenting at Christmas, our middle-aged health decline, expensive trips to see Santa and our recent European adventure to Milan!
5 Oct 2024
Interview - Phil Watson - Dinosaurs and Fostering!
This week, Joey sits down with Phil Watson, a Fostering Recruiter for Liverpool Council. In this engaging conversation, Phil shares the sacrifices he and his family made to become foster parents, highlighting how these challenges are far outweighed by the incredible benefits. Phil shares common misconceptions that prevent some people from considering fostering and shares heartwarming stories from those who have taken the plunge. Phil’s passion for creating safe, nurturing homes for children shines through, making for an inspiring discussion about the transformative impact of fostering on young lives. Enjoy the conversation!
Ever wonder what the link between a dinosaur and fostering is?
Check out Phil's blog here: https://fosteringandadoptionwithphil.com/
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1 Oct 2024
Andy & Joey play 'Just a Minute' and talk about family birthdays...
Hello, everyone! 🎉
Join Andy & Joey for a fun game of 'Just a Minute,' where they tackle a whirlwind of parenting topics like smart phones, school dinners, and more. Who will come out on top with the most creative spins? Tune in to find out! Enjoy the ride! 🎈✨
We then dive into the delightful chaos of kids' birthdays, sharing our favourite moments and family routines.
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16 Sept 2024
Interview with Sarah Thomas - The Fostering Network
In this special episode, Joey sits down with Sarah Thomas, the CEO of The Fostering Network, to explore her journey into the world of social care. They delve into the challenges that foster care faces today, including the impact on children, carers, and the broader community. They also discuss Sarah's appearance on Joey's favourite TV show...
Tune in for an inspiring conversation about the vital role of foster care and the people dedicated to making a difference.
You can see the Rita Pierson talk Joey mentions here: https://www.ted.com/talks/rita_pierson_every_kid_needs_a_champion?subtitle=en
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9 Sept 2024
Back to School Survival Hacks + Ronaldo's better at this than us...
We're back! After a long not very sunny summer, find out how our summer went, hear some tips for helping your kids with the back to school blues and find out if we can beat Ronaldo at YouTube...
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27 Jul 2024
Summer Catch-Up - How Do You Parent in the Holidays? #summer #olympics
In this bonus summer episode Andy and Joey talk about balancing parenting and work in the summer holidays.
We also open the door of our Listener Lounge!
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10 Jul 2024
Interview with Pastor Matt + Trampoline Park Rip Off
In this episode Joey goes on a rant about the trampoline park sock rip off and Andy interviews all-round great guy and adoptive Dad Matt about his journey into adoption.
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3 Jul 2024
Just GO TO SLEEP!!!
In this mini episode Andy and Joey discuss the challenge of getting your kids to go to bed and stay there!
Perhaps rolling silently out the room will do it?
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26 Jun 2024
Who Got The Best Presents? + Our First Ever Friend of The Show!
In this episode Andy and Joey compare their Father's Day gifts, debate how to cook a perfect steak, announce the very first 'Friend of the Show' and discuss how often they urinate.
Black Dog video about Depression Joey mentions: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XiCrniLQGYc (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XiCrniLQGYc)
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17 Jun 2024
Let's Talk About Mental Health.
It's Mental Health Awareness Week.
In this episode Andy and Joey have a chat about Mental Health, how it has affected them and discuss the challenges of protecting your mental health when parenting and caring for others.
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Find Mental Health Support here: https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/guides-to-support-and-services/crisis-services/helplines-listening-services (https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/guides-to-support-and-services/crisis-services/helplines-listening-services)
9 Jun 2024
The Worst Dad Jokes... Father's Day Special
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In this special episode Andy and Joey celebrate Father's Day with a quiz, reflections on fatherhood and some truly awful Dad jokes.
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31 May 2024
The Good, the Bad and the Ugly
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In this episode Andy and Joey discuss the good, the bad and the ugly of fostering and adoption - from carbon offsetting to a broken care system.
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24 May 2024
"Being a Foster Carer... is a privilege" - Interview Episode
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In this episode Joey interviews Stuart, our first 'proper' guest, a Foster Carer, SGO Parent and all round very interesting guy.
Andy also congratulates Joey on his epic Fantasy Football win and we share some big podcast news!
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You can find more about Fatimah Whitbread's Campaign that we discuss in the episode here: www.fatimascampaign.com (http://www.fatimascampaign.com)
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14 May 2024
3 Dads round a fire - Foster Care Fortnight Special!
In this special episode Joey and Andy welcome their first special guest, discuss chocolate raisins and talk about their Parenting/Fostering moments for Foster Care Fortnight 2024.
You can find more about Safe Families (mentioned by our special guest) here: https://safefamilies.uk/ (https://safefamilies.uk/)
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(Audio Note: This episode was recorded on a campsite, next to a fire, with children and wildlife shouting in the background!)
7 May 2024
The same, but different.
Joey plays Andy some epic music and both discuss some of the similarities and difference between fostering and adoption.
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4 May 2024
Where it all began (Part 2)
The one where Andy talks about his journey into adopting and Joey gets a bit emotional.
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19 Apr 2024
Where it all began (Part 1)
The one where Joey talks about how and why he became a Foster Carer and Andy asks Joey how fast he walks.
19 Apr 2024
Welcome to the Other People's Kids Podcast!
The one where Andy & Joey introduce the podcast and discuss fishing.
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