Episode

Making Memories, Not Debt

Podcast: This Is Not What I Was Expecting
Published: Oct 16, 2025
Duration seconds: 3141
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Summary

We’re getting real about the stress that starts before the holidays — the planning, the spending, and the pressure to make it all perfect. We’re also talking about how tech tools and simple systems (like chore charts!) can make family life feel a little easier. A warm, funny chat for parents trying to find balance and connection before the chaos begins.