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Minimalist Moms Podcast | Simple Living for Overwhelmed Moms

"You have to be able to laugh." | Arthur Meyer + Stephanie Drake (EP357)

Minimalist Moms Podcast | Simple Living for Overwhelmed Moms

Diane Boden

Self-improvement, Home & Garden, Leisure, How To, Kids & Family, Mental Health, Education, Parenting, Health & Fitness

4.8952 Ratings

🗓️ 4 October 2024

⏱️ 42 minutes

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Summary

In this conversation, Arthur Meyer and Stephanie Drake discuss their experiences with parenting through humor and creativity. They share insights on how to navigate the challenges of parenthood while maintaining a light-hearted approach. The discussion emphasizes the importance of laughter in parenting, the unpredictability of toddlerhood, and the unique bond formed between parents and children. They also provide practical advice for parents looking to incorporate more fun into their parenting style.

Episode Chapters |

02:53 | The Journey of Parenthood

05:50 | Finding Humor in Parenting

09:08 | Navigating Toddlerhood with Laughter

12:13 | The Importance of Fun in Parenting

14:52 | Connecting Through Humor

18:02 | Advice for Parents Struggling to Find Fun

About Arthur |

Arthur Meyer is an Emmy-nominated writer living in New York City. He was a longtime writer and performer at The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, head writer at The Drew Barrymore Show, and staff writer for the Amazon sitcom Dinner with the Parents. Arthur has also written for The Onion, and he co-wrote the comedy book FUDS: A Complete Encyclofoodia. Currently, Arthur is the creator, writer, & costar of the hit comedy web series ABC Parenting, which has over 85,000 followers and over 15 million views across YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok.

About Stephanie |

Stephanie Drake is an actress, writer, producer, and audiobook narrator living in Los Angeles. She is most known for her role as Don Draper’s ditzy but lovable secretary, Meredith, on the Emmy-winning television show Mad Men. Most recently, she appeared on ABC’s The Goldbergs and the indie feature Scrap. Her recent short film, Baby Face, which she co-wrote/co-stars with Caroline Bloom, is busy chugging along the festival circuit. Stephanie costars with Arthur in the hit comedy web series ABC Parenting.


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