This week's episode is about kids going back to school!

Meagan and Jeff talk about big changes in their household and what it means for them in a new season of life. Jeff feels the changes as the oldest starts middle school. Meagan comes up with the perfect 3 point episode on the spot.

We hope all of the teachers and students have had a great start to the year - and to all the parents out there, we can do it!

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Intro: Manhattan from the album Almost Fiction

Outro: Sunset, OK from the ep We'll Come Back for You

This week's episode is about processing grief after a loss.

Meagan and Jeff wrap up their series on grief giving tips and advice on what to do after the loss as life continues on. Jeff gets emotional quoting a Marvel tv show. Meagan gives some great advice on carrying grief forward in life.

Thank you for joining us for this series. We hope it has been meaningful to you. Please share it with someone you think might appreciate it as well.

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Intro: Anchor from the album Almost Fiction

Outro: Anchor from the album Almost Fiction

This week's episode is on talking to kids about death.

Meagan and Jeff share some of their experience about talking to kids about death - but really dive into some advice from a neuro-based parenting method on age-appropriate ways to tell kids someone they love has died.

Jeff reflects on the value of sharing the process with his kids. Meagan shares about the need to feeling process our feelings to work through grief.

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Intro: Anchor from the album Almost Fiction

Outro: Anchor from the album Almost Fiction

Thank you for listening to a special Saturday edition of Schtickless. This episode is part of the GRIEF series but is not essential listening if you want to wait for the next one. In this episode Jeff shares reflections and the story of the last six weeks with his dad.

TRIGGER WARNINGS: Death. Cancer. Grief. Loss. Medical Stuff.

If you knew my dad, please do something kind in his memory today. This episode is a personal way of talking about how proud of my mom, sister, family, and dad I am. It was the toughest 6 weeks of our life and we did it together. We still miss dad everyday but are so glad we got some time to say goodbye.

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Intro: Anchor from the album Almost Fiction

Outro: Anchor from the album Almost Fiction

This week's episode is on anticipatory grief.

WARNING: This episode deals with cancer, death, loss, and grief. We know these are heavy emotions and triggers. We understand if you have to sit this one out - or put it aside until you want to give it a try. We'll be here when you're ready.

Meagan and Jeff start a new series on grief talking about their personal experience with anticipatory grief. Jeff reflects on taking small moments to feel the grief before stepping into everyday life. Meagan talks about the power of feeling and processing emotions.

Saturday, July 20th we will upload the full transcript of Jeff's processing of grief from the time leading up to John's death.

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Intro: Anchor from the album Almost Fiction

Outro: Anchor from the album Almost Fiction

This week's episode is about patriotism!

Meagan and Jeff reflect on celebrating July 4th as tired, geriatric millennials. Jeff is spicy about money in politics and the failures of the two party system. Meagan wants to build true community and be able to have the weird conversations with her friends and neighbors.

Here is the most updated, interactive Media Bias Chart - check it out HERE

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Intro: Manhattan from the album Almost Fiction

Outro: Sunset, OK from the ep We'll Come Back for You

This week's episode is about a wedding anniversary!

Meagan and Jeff celebrate their 16th wedding anniversary and share tips for making your marriage better! Jeff confesses his love for his Xbox (and Meagan!). Meagan helps couples discern the difference between anecdotal and universal advice for newlyweds.

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Intro: Manhattan from the album Almost Fiction

Outro: Sunset, OK from the ep We'll Come Back for You

This week's episode is about LIVE music!

Meagan and Jeff talk about their love of live music and the ways we consume music throughout history. Jeff talks about 8-tracks and devices to trick your car's cassette player. Meagan explains where Maslow stole his hierarchy from.

What collective effervescence moments have you had? Let us know!

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Intro: Manhattan from the album Almost Fiction

Outro: Sunset, OK from the ep We'll Come Back for You