Nesting, first dates & do audiobooks count as reading?

·1 hr 25 min·5 clips

Harrison and Alex debate if listening to audiobooks counts as reading—does it matter how you consume a book?

This episode of Two Parents & A Podcast features hosts Harrison and Jules casually discussing their daily lives as parents. They cover a range of lighthearted topics, from personal style to parenting observations. Harrison describes his "Texas swag" outfit, including square-toe ostrich slippers from Cavenders and Carhartt cargo pants. The hosts debate whether to wash hair before a haircut and share their gum-chewing habits, with Harrison revealing he enjoys swallowing gum after a few bites. They discuss the differences between Canadian and American candy, like Smarties versus M&M's and all-dressed chips. Jules shares her recent experience at a storytime event with their daughter, Tate, noting how the toddlers interacted. The conversation turns to their nanny, Maria, and the importance of finding childcare that focuses on developmental milestones. Harrison explains his recent return to using an Apple Watch, primarily for workouts and displaying photos of their daughter, which Jules has learned to appreciate despite previously finding it an "ick." They give an update on their daughter Tate, noting her increased comprehension and use of sign language, like signing for "more" cheese. The hosts recap their binge-watch of the TV show "Heated Rivalry," which they initially criticized but ultimately enjoyed, specifically praising a pivotal moment in episode five. A "Bicker of the Week" segment debates whether listening to an audiobook counts as having "read" the book, with Jules arguing for a distinction and Harrison considering both forms as consuming the content. Jules mentions reading the satirical thriller "Mean Moms," which features characters closely based on real-life influencer moms, leading to a discussion about potential legal issues. The tone is informal and conversational, filled with playful banter and personal anecdotes. Listeners who enjoy casual, relatable chats about parenting, pop culture, and everyday disagreements would appreciate this episode. Those seeking highly structured, topic-driven content might find it too meandering.

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Loose, funny banter turns one DM into a bigger argument about reading and listening.

A listener DM sends the episode into familiar territory: pop-culture recall, a bit of domestic texture, and a disagreement that grows larger than it first looks. Harrison and Alex have easy timing, and the audiobook debate lands as a clear split between reading and listening.

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A DM, a breathing complaint, and a long argument over whether audiobooks count as reading.

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