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Pack the KidsWhat is a Bucket List? Flamingos, Japan and Pokemon PlanesSend a textThis week we’re talking about bucket list trips — what they are, why they matter, and what’s actually on ours.We’re officially just two downloads away from 200 🎉 and we may or may not be keeping our spring break location a secret (we’re flying into Atlanta… but that’s all you’re getting for now).From Japan dreams and Pokémon-themed airplanes to jungle hotel fantasies with flamingos and hydrangeas, this episode is full of imagination, goals, and figuring out how to actually make dream trips happen.We tal...
2026-02-1815 minPack the KidsNYC: Sniffing Walls at the Color Factory, King Kong, & Harry Potter on BroadwaySend a textIn this week’s Pack the Kids, we’re back in New York City — Part 3, and this time it’s all about how NYC feels for kids! From the magic of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child on Broadway, leaping in giant ball pits, sniffing walls and confetti disasters to scaling the Empire State Building, this episode is packed with playful chaos, family memories, and the truth about kid‑friendly city life.We also hit:🪄 Broadway merch, Patronus AR magic, and jelly bean taste tests🎨...
2026-02-1120 minPack the KidsNYC Eats pt 2: Famous Frrrrozen Hot Chocolate, The Best Pizza Slice + Brooklyn's Smallest Bathroom?Send us a text🍕 This week, we hit Part 2 of our New York City food adventure — featuring famous frrrozen hot chocolate, a best pizza award, and a family debate that sparked controversy.Come with us back to NYC for who ate what and where and let us know what you would try!📍Places Mentioned 🍕 John’s of Bleecker Street Pizza🍔 Sailor in Brooklyn 🍦 Serendipity 3 - Upper East Side Location /Times Square🍞 Balthazar Bakery – SoHoFollow Us on Instagram! @MarnellFamilyRoadshow Email us! packthekidspodcast@gmail.com We want to hear abou...
2026-02-0420 minPack the KidsCaviar Chicken Nuggets and a Kids' Candy Store Paradise: NYC Eats part 1Send us a textThis week on Pack the Kids, we're diving into all the delicious stops we made on our recent New York City adventure—from the iconic to the quirky! 🍕🥯🍰We’re sharing what it’s like eating your way through Manhattan with kids and without kids menus. Plus, you’ll hear which place totally surprised us, who ate the most candy, and the best way to get into NYC hotspots.📍Places MentionedHere’s a full roundup of our NYC eats—with links so you can plan your own tasty trip...
2026-01-2122 minPack the KidsCity Trips, Airport Superstition & Letting Kids Pack Their Own BagsSend us a textIn this episode of Pack the Kids, Sarah, Nash, and Otis get ready for an upcoming trip to New York City by talking all things airport packing, flying with kids, and whether city trips or mountain camping are more fun.The boys share their best airport tips, debate city vs outdoor travel, and play a round of Truth or Trash about airport rules and Central Park wildlife.It’s a lighthearted conversation about independence, early flights, family travel routines, and why letting kids pack their own bags might actually be...
2026-01-1413 minPack the KidsChicago 2: How to Order Italian Beef, Hot Dogs "Dragged through the Garden" and Nash Eats Something CRAZYSend us a textThis week, we’re back in one of our favorite food cities—Chicago! 🍴 Otis and Nash join in (hot cocoa in hand) to share laughs, messy bites, and family memories from the Windy City. We dig into the real difference between a Chicago-style hot dog and every other dog on the planet, plus how to properly order an Italian beef sandwich (there’s a trick). Whether you’re all about mustard and sport peppers or just here for the drippy meat napkin vibes, we’ve got you.You’ll hear: 🌭 What it means when...
2026-01-0719 minPack the KidsThere's a GIANT BALL PIT in CHICAGO, Cherry Soda Mocktails & NYE ResolutionsSend us a textThis week, we’re in Chicago — and it’s full of flavor, fun, and freezing wind.Join us as we:Sip homemade sparkling cherry soda with a DIY syrup recipe 🍒Tour the Balloon Museum where air is art (yes, there’s a giant floating charcoal balloon) 🎈Debate our NYE plans (spoiler: sushi wins over parties) 🍣Drop kid-approved tips for crushing laser tag at Battle HousePlay Truth or Trash with surprising Chicago facts (why IS it called the "Windy City?")This episode is part party-prep, part city adventure — perfect for anyone ringing in t...
2025-12-3118 minPack the KidsCleveland: Kool-Aid Pickles, Taylor Swift Donuts and no-tech Restaurant GamesSend us a textThis week, Nash takes the lead as we explore Cleveland's tastiest treasures — From over-the-top desserts like bubble waffles and shark donuts to fancy eats at Award-Winning Cordelia, and don't forget classic Italian cookies in Little Italy — this episode is packed with flavor.We share our top picks for:Donuts (yes, there’s a debate)Ice cream spots with secret painted chameleons 🦎Fancy meals for foodies in trainingKid-friendly table games to pass the time (no iPads needed!)A Truth or Trash game featuring Cleveland food myths 🍩Plus a would-you-rather involving pizza hats and don...
2025-12-1715 minPack the KidsWyoming: Waffles, Waterfalls, and Warnings About Bear Spray”Send us a textWe’re in Wyoming, and it’s not just a square on the map—it’s where alpine lakes, mountain waffles, and unexpected weather compete for main character energy.In this episode of Pack the Kids, we reflect on our time in Grand Teton National Park and Jackson Hole with kid commentary on everything from huckleberry obsession to hiking highs and lows. From the peaceful vibes at the Laurance Rockefeller Preserve to the literal highs at Corbet’s Cabin (waffles, anyone?), this was one for th...
2025-12-1116 minPack the KidsMoab Part 2: Desert Donuts, Bones and Stones & Dirt BobaSend us a textWe're back in Moab, Utah with part 2!This week, we’re still in the desert — but ditch the hiking boots. We’re eating our way through Moab, Utah and adding a brand new segment: Nash Eats! From surprisingly epic Italian food to donuts worth waking up for, the kids weigh in on their favorite eats. Plus, we visit a rock shop that's basically a museum, keep a positive attitude as Mom goes into every home store, and debate some prehistoric highways and dirt boba. Pack your appetite — and the kids!
2025-12-0311 minPack the KidsMoab, Utah: Desert Hikes when it's 100 Degrees!Send us a textWe took the kids to the desert… in July. In this episode, we head to Moab, Utah, to explore Arches National Park during the peak of summer heat. We’ll share what it’s like to watch the sunrise from North Window, how we kept cool with cold cave hideouts and Camelbaks, and why Sand Dune Arch might be your new favorite sandbox.As always, Nash shares his favorite sights and hikes , Otis delivers some truly spiky Would You Rathers, and we uncover the re...
2025-11-2612 minPack the KidsYellowstone Nat'l Park in a Camper VanSend us a text🎙️ Geysers, Zip Lines & Grown-Up Tips in YellowstoneIn this steamy episode, we're exploring Yellowstone's most iconic sights — Old Faithful, Grand Prismatic Spring, Mammoth Hot Springs — plus zipping over the Montana treetops and soaking in a hot springs spa ). 🏞️🛁As always, we’ve got:🌋 Our must-see Yellowstone stops even if you're not PROFESH hikers🌄 Grown-up tips and mistakes we almost made❓ Truth or Trash Trivia about Yellowstone🤔 Would You Rather: Geyser shower or bison roommate?📍Places MentionedMammoth Hot Spring -"looked like the moon"Old F...
2025-11-1910 minPack the KidsRainforest Hikes and Dangerous Beach Adventures Puerto RicoSend us a textIn this episode of Pack the Kids, we’re headed to Puerto Rico — where the beaches are wild, the rainforest is wet, and your kayak might come with a crab named Steve.We’re talking about:El Yunque rainforest hikes (with rope swings, waterfalls, and MUD)Night kayaking in glowing LED-bottom boats under the bridge in San JuanHidden beaches, big waves, and one that nearly ate usWhat we learned about bioluminescent bays — and why you probably need to book those wa...
2025-11-1216 minPack the KidsNew Orleans eats: 3 favorite southern foodsSend us a text“New Orleans Eats: Beignets, Gumbo & Grits (Plus Trivia & Where to go For Family Friendly Spots)This week, we’re talking food — and not just any food. We’re in New Orleans, where even the snacks have history. From powdered-sugar beignets to kid-approved gumbo and cheesy grits, we’re sharing 3 classic New Orleans dishes your kids might actually try — and where to find them.Otis and Nash weigh in on what was delicious, what was “meh,” and how many beignets are too many (answer: there is no limit).You’ll also hear...
2025-11-0711 minPack the KidsPack the Kids IntroSend us a textJoin Sarah (the mom), Nash and Otis (the kids) for short weekly episodes about Iocal and faraway adventures in hopes of growing a travel kid community that inspires each other to get out and experience! Follow Us on Instagram! @MarnellFamilyRoadshow Email us! packthekidspodcast@gmail.com We want to hear about your adventures too and will choose a few to shout out on the show!
2025-11-0700 min
Privacy in Paradise - Exploring the Untold Stories of Second HomesSeeing the World Through Children's Eyes - Sarah MarnellSarah Marnell, a real estate agent and avid traveler, shares her perspective on weekend escapes and her love for winter destinations. She discusses her preference for experiencing multiple places rather than settling on one, and her dislike for backpacking. Sarah also talks about her family's travel adventures and how her children have caught the travel bug. She mentions Hocking Hills in Ohio as a favorite spot and discusses the real estate landscape there. The conversation touches on the changing trends in housing, including the availability of homes on platforms like Amazon. Sarah Marnell discusses the seasonality of Hocking Hills...
2024-08-2340 min
PapercutsThe final cutLoad up your TBR pile with some excellent reading recommendations from the Papercuts team.
Books reviewed this episode:
KD: The Mirror Book by Charlotte Grimshaw and We Run the Tides by Vendela Vida
LK: Fake Accounts by Lauren Oyler
JT: No One is Talking about This by Patricia Lockwood
Not books:
KD: We Run the Tides by Vendela Vida.
LK: The Sopranos on Neon; Obscure Season 2: Frankenstein
JT: The Casketeers season 4 on TVNZ
2021-03-291h 05
The Books That Made MeEpisode Four: Deirdre O'SullivanHer latest book, Perfectly Preventable Deaths, has Deirdre O'Sullivan's name on everybody's lips. Just before its release, she sat down with The Books That Made Me podcast to chat the eternal brilliance of fairytales, Game of Thrones and one book that made her *very* angry. Books mentioned in this episode are: The Children of Lir by Michael Scott/ Making Out by Catherine Applegate/ The Babysitters Club by Ragina Telgemeier/ Sweet Valley High by Francine Pascal and Jamie Suzanne/ The Happy Prince by Oscar Wilde/ The Nightingale and the Rose by Oscar Wilde/ Game of Thrones series by George R.R M...
2019-06-2245 min
You're Booked11. Poorna BellThis week, we head to South London to chat to the award winning journalist and author Poorna Bell. Poorna wrote about her story in her acclaimed 2017 memoir, Chase The Rainbow: One Man’s Journey With Mental Health, And The Woman Who Loved Him. She’s quick, clever, extremely funny, a must-follow on Instagram and has a sideboard worthy of envy. And as an added bonus for our beloved You're Booked listeners, you can pre-order Daisy Buchanan's new book The Sisterhood from The Margate Bookshop and get 20% off when you use the code BOOKED at checkout.BO...
2019-01-2157 minYou're Booked5. Lucy VineThis week, we're off to Cambridge, home of some of the greatest scientific minds - and pens - known to human existence. from Charles Darwin to Douglas Adams and this week's guest, romantic comedy writer and zombie lit lover Lucy Vine. Lucy comes from a family of writers, and she tells us about an early run in with Roald Dahl, her surprisingly scatological filing system and her belief that no-one is too grand for Dan Brown. We were also joined by a puppy posse - listen out for Ivy, Teddy and Sonny.BOOKS...
2018-12-0338 min
The SHAIR Recovery PodcastSHAIR 124: “Party Girl” Anna David, host of the (RE)COVER Girl Podcast share’s her story of addiction and recovery.Anna David joins us on the SHAIR Podcast. Anna is the New York Times best-selling author of Party Girl and has been a regular guest on the Today Show, Fox News Hannity, and Red Eye, The CBS Morning Show, Dr. Drew, The Talk, and Inside Edition. More recently she is now the Editor in Chief of In Recovery Magazine and has a great coaching program for writers who want to become bestselling authors, Anna David Coaching. She was the editor-in-chief in both After Party and RehabReviews.com for three years. Her consulting company, Recover Girl...
2017-06-2700 min
Travis Bickle On The RivieraBut I Thought Lolita Was Real!0:00:00 - 1:09:19 - This week Sean is joined by Katie Skelly and Sarah Horrocks of The Trash Twins, to talk about the films of Abel Ferrara. This is part 2 of the conversation, part 1 being the latest episode of their show. In part 1 we talked about Ms. 45 and Bad Lieutenant, this time, the films discussed include:
Dangerous Game (1993), starring Harvey Keitel, Madonna, and James Russo.
King of New York (1990), starring Christopher Walken, Laurence Fishburne, Nancy Drew, Wesley Snipes, David Caruso, Paul Calderon, Victor Argo, Theresa Randle, Steve Buscemi, and Giancarlo Esposito.
Driller Killer (1979), starring Ferrara, Carolyn Mar...
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