Just a Phase Podcast
Whitney Crispell & Drew Ludwig
Whitney Crispell and Drew Ludwig host Just a Phase, a podcast about modern parenting. Whitney is the mom to a toddler (and one on the way), and Drew has three kids ranging from ages 4 to 9. Together and with their guests, they explore contemporary issues related to raising kids and being parents.
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Ep 17: Mom Friend
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05/24/16 • 34 min
Whitney and Drew talk about parenting and friendship: how they have made friends, kept friends, and even categorized friends since having kids. Plus, one of Drew’s daughters may be the new Banksy and Whitney’s recent car trip with her girls was not terrible. Resources & Links: -- Whitney’s pick for Person Place or Thing: a bubble machine http://tiny.cc/jdbpby -- Drew’s pick: Black-ish http://abc.go.com/shows/blackish
Ep 7: New Year’s mini-sode
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01/05/16 • 15 min
Drew and Whitney take a little bit of time to talk about their parenting and family resolutions for 2016. Just a Phase is produced by Whitney Crispell. Theme music is “Urbana-Metronica (wooh-yeah mix)” by spinningmerkaba, and used under a Creative Commons license.
Ep 32: Rhythms and Routines
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10/05/17 • 36 min
We talk about what happens to your family when school starts back up in September, and whether that month is truly a lost cause. Drew shares the many rituals his family performs on a daily and weekly basis in an attempt to keep the chaos at bay, and we discuss the general wisdom in creating a family rhythm. Plus, Whitney fangirls the return of the American-made station wagon. -- Whitney’s place: The woods. Go there with your kids. -- Drew’s place: Puerto Rico. Donate money, and then go there with yours kids. Just a Phase is produced by Whitney Crispell. Theme music is “Urbana-Metronica (wooh-yeah mix)” by spinningmerkaba, and used under a Creative Commons license. Find us online at http://justaphasepodcast.tumblr.com or @justaphasepodcast
Ep 14: Ponderosa Pals (Kids & Food)
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04/12/16 • 49 min
Drew and Whitney discuss the intersection of kids and food, including cooking at home and eating out. And then we eventually fall down a 1990s rabbit hole of restaurant nostalgia. Plus: letting your kids win at games, Easter burritos, and the beginning (and end) of our new podcast, Ponderosa Pals. Resources & Links from this episode: -- Ponderosa 4eva: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ENCPNfzAVnc -- Drew’s pick: the kid’s albums from They Might Be Giants http://tiny.cc/dx2qay -- Whitney’s pick: Peggy Orenstein’s interview on Fresh Air about her new book, “Girls and Sex” http://tiny.cc/0w2qay Just a Phase is produced by Whitney Crispell. Theme music is “Urbana-Metronica (wooh-yeah mix)” by spinningmerkaba, and used under a Creative Commons license.
Ep 27: Parents are People Too
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01/11/17 • 43 min
It’s a new year and parenting podcast purists might find this episode frustrating because we barely talk about our kids. In short, we have a lot of feelings about 2017 as parents, as activists, and as regular old people. -- Whitney’s thing: Roll n’ Play toddler game https://www.amazon.com/Thinkfun-Roll-Play-Board-Game/dp/B0070A9OUA -- Drew’s thing: the Icarus Project http://theicarusproject.net/ Just a Phase is produced by Whitney Crispell. Theme music is “Urbana-Metronica (wooh-yeah mix)” by spinningmerkaba, and used under a Creative Commons license. Find us online at http://justaphasepodcast.tumblr.com or @justaphasepodcast
Ep 18: A Tale of Two Summers
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06/07/16 • 27 min
Ep 18: A Tale of Two Summers Summer is coming. Drew and Whit talk about creating summer schedules for kids, family bucket lists, and our summer plans for this very podcast. Plus, Whitney learns a lesson about nagging your spouse in front of your kids and Drew introduces a new theory on parades. Resources & Links: -- The Families That Can’t Afford Summer: http://tiny.cc/uye1by -- Whitney’s pick for Person Place or Thing: Viv’s daycare teacher and her “Best Day EVER mentality” expression -- Drew’s pick: Ommegang Brewery http://www.ommegang.com/ Just a Phase is produced by Whitney Crispell. Theme music is “Urbana-Metronica (wooh-yeah mix)” by spinningmerkaba, and used under a Creative Commons license. Find us online at http://justaphasepodcast.tumblr.com or @justaphasepodcast
Ep 29: Back from the Dead!
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03/29/17 • 47 min
Ep 29: Back from the Dead! After a longer-than-anticipated hiatus, we’re back with the podcast. We spend some time catching up, talking through Whitney’s feelings about the bomb threats against their daycare, and exploring Drew’s kid’s first health class (rite of passage!). Resources & Links: -- Whitney’s thing: I AM MOANA (the Moana movie and soundtrack) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LKFuXETZUsI -- Drew’s thing: the phrase “I’m not going to argue with you” https://vimeo.com/145444333
Ep 24: Shit Happened
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11/10/16 • 34 min
We recorded a special episode outside of our usual production schedule about the U.S. election and how we’re dealing with the aftermath. Because we needed it, and maybe you do too. We absolutely, 100% swear on this episode. And hey, call us and leave a message telling us how you’re feeling/dealing: (716) 393-9448. Resources & Links: -- Full version of the Ijeoma Olou clip we played, worth watching in its entirety: http://tiny.cc/qjesgy -- Van Jones and the White Lash: http://tiny.cc/jjesgy
Season 2 is coming!
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09/07/16 • 0 min
We're back...soon. Whitney reveals the Season 2 launch date.
Ep 20: The One with the Rat
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09/20/16 • 42 min
Ep 20: The One with the Rat We’re back! In this first episode of Season 2, Drew and Whitney reveal the highs and lows of their respective summers which included death, rodents, and travel. Plus, multiple guest appearances by Cecilia and exploring our September sadz. Resources & Links: -- Whitney’s pick for Person Place or Thing: taking a social media break. -- Drew’s pick: Amazon Prime music playlists for kids http://tiny.cc/ijoyey Just a Phase is produced by Whitney Crispell. Theme music is “Urbana-Metronica (wooh-yeah mix)” by spinningmerkaba, and used under a Creative Commons license. Find us online at http://justaphasepodcast.tumblr.com or @justaphasepodcast
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FAQ
How many episodes does Just a Phase Podcast have?
Just a Phase Podcast currently has 34 episodes available.
What topics does Just a Phase Podcast cover?
The podcast is about Society & Culture, Parenting, Parent, Kids & Family, Fatherhood, Motherhood, Personal Journals, Family, Podcasts, Parenthood and Life.
What is the most popular episode on Just a Phase Podcast?
The episode title 'Ep 32: Rhythms and Routines' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Just a Phase Podcast?
The average episode length on Just a Phase Podcast is 44 minutes.
How often are episodes of Just a Phase Podcast released?
Episodes of Just a Phase Podcast are typically released every 14 days, 1 hour.
When was the first episode of Just a Phase Podcast?
The first episode of Just a Phase Podcast was released on Oct 25, 2015.
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