Grandma Has a Favorite Edition

On this week’s episode: Dan, Jamilah, and Elizabeth answer a question from a parent wondering if it’s okay to benefit from the grandparent babysitting service when the other grandkids are left out. They also answer a question from a soon-to-be step-aunt who wants to make a good first impression on the pre-teen. 

It’s fireworks season and the hosts swap funny amature fireworks stories in this week’s Slate Plus segment. Slate Plus members get a bonus segment on MADAF each week, and no ads. Sign up now to listen and support our work.

Recommendations:

Dan recommends The Sunday Read: ‘Facing the Wind’ by Carvell Wallace.

Elizabeth recommends constructing outdoor toy car ramps using deck railing. 

Jamilah recommends The DB Method, if you are looking to maximize your gluteus maximus. 

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