The First Sleepover
May 7, 2026 · 54m
Summary
The hosts discuss Murphy's first friend sleepover, reflecting on their initial hesitation and the importance of open communication regarding safety and boundaries. They also share updates on listener milestones, including new babies and Jeff Gill's music, while honoring paramedic Jeff Ryan. Brian recounts his birthday celebration and a family trip to a Jays game, highlighting the excitement of navigating the city with his children. The episode concludes with a supportive conversation about a new father's anxiety over his daughter's developmental milestones.
Topics discussed
Murf's first sleepover and truth or dare advice
Jury Duty watch party and cultural appropriation jokes
Easter Jiggs dinner traditions and salt meat
Listener shoutouts and Jeff Gill's music
Watching Code 3 and appreciating paramedics
Aging, 2012 client visit, and Joey's physique
Lunch with Joey and chicken sandwich dinner
Taking kids to the Rogers Center via subway
Navigating the stadium and childhood memories
Deciding on Murf's first sleepover
Parenting approach and safety conversations
Contextualizing sleepover rules and escalation
Nostalgia for childhood sleepovers and games
Making ice cream rice krispies treat
Underground church game and faith discussions
Modern parenting and open-mindedness on religion
Supporting a partner struggling with milestones
Parental guilt, health, and first-time exhaustion
Benefits of being a later parent and Cooper's falls
Ben's cliff jump incident and lesson learned
Vice principal office and 'gooner' slang story
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