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The Longest Shortest Time

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by Hillary Frank | Realm

4.7(4,113 reviews)
295 episodes
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Podcast Overview

Stories about the surprises and absurdities of raising other humans—and being raised by them. But you don’t need to be a parent to listen. Created and hosted by Hillary Frank. The Longest Shortest Time is back after a 5-year hiatus! New episodes drop every other Wednesday. Join LST+ for community, ad-free listening, and access to You Know What, our premium show featuring college students speaking candidly about sex, dating, and relationships. If you’re new to the show or want to get reacquainted, check out some of our classic episodes: • #27 Rewriting Your Birth Story • #88 W. Kamau Bell Asks His Mom About Sex • The Accidental Gay Parents Series (#60, #62, #80, #81, #125, #211) • #79 Terry Gross on Not Having Kids • It's a Real Mother: A Series About Workplace Discrimination (#141, #142, #143, #145)

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12/25/2010

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Recent Episodes

Episode thumbnail for LST FAVES: Outnumbered By Animals

September 16, 2026

LST FAVES: Outnumbered By Animals

Host Hillary Frank interviews a mother navigating the chaotic joys of farm life while raising both human and animal babies.

Episode thumbnail for Sona Movsesian Feels Like the World's Worst Mom

September 9, 2026

Sona Movsesian Feels Like the World's Worst Mom

Host Hillary Frank interviews Sona Movsesian about her struggles with conception, a vivid C-section, and how her role as Conan O'Brien's assistant prepared her for motherhood.

Episode thumbnail for LST FAVES: Terry Gross on Not Having Kids

August 26, 2026

LST FAVES: Terry Gross on Not Having Kids

Host Hillary Frank interviews public radio icon Terry Gross about her decision to not have children and her related recurring nightmare.

295 total episodes available with 65 transcripts

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Jamilah Lemieux

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Cece Bell

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Sarah Forbes

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What is The Longest Shortest Time?

Stories about the surprises and absurdities of raising other humans—and being raised by them. But you don’t need to be a parent to listen. Created and hosted by Hillary Frank.

The Longest Shortest Time is back after a 5-year hiatus! New episodes drop every other Wednesday. Join LST+ for community, ad-free listening, and access to You Know What, our premium show featuring college students speaking candidly about sex, dating, and relationships.

If you’re new to the show or want to get reacquainted, check out some of our classic episodes: • #27 Rewriting Your Birth Story • #88 W. Kamau Bell Asks His Mom About Sex • The Accidental Gay Parents Series (#60, #62, #80, #81, #125, #211) • #79 Terry Gross on Not Having Kids • It's a Real Mother: A Series About Workplace Discrimination (#141, #142, #143, #145)

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This podcast updates daily.

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Does this podcast accept guests?

Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.

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