The older kid just turned 16!! And it's got us nostalgic again. We're talking about birthdays we've celebrated and all the gifts and parties and cakes we've gotten to enjoy. Aaand a few embarrassments we've suffered in the name of birthdays, too. It's amazing what you can learn about someone just by talking to them.

He's been in the mountains rocking out with the band. She's been at home cranking out more artwork. Why, what do you do with your vacation? It's been a HUGE long weekend for your favorite podcasters, both super productive and even a little bit fun. Now for some together time and a grrreat night's rest! It's amazing what you can learn about someone just by talking to them.

From the most absurd styles and lingos to the stuff we just grew up with as kids, fads ARE what they are. And they STILL are, even if we don't get them. But is following a fad actually the death of individuality? And what do they say about character, or even ethics? Who knew fads even ran that deep? It's amazing what you can learn about someone just by talking to them.

It's a veritable grab bag today! We're talking about everything from the weather and the news to social media animal videos and what it would be like if we could really change the world. Pride isn't actually a sin! Animals are people too! It's ok to look on the bright side of life! That's what we're talking about. It's amazing what you can learn about someone just by talking to them.