The Things We Say

All About School

Recounting some of our history with homeschool, private school, and public school (K-12). The benefits and challenges of each institution and some funny anecdotes are also included. Facebook: @thethingswesaypodcast Insta: @ttwspodcast Twitter: @ttwspodcast Email: thethingswesay@mail.com

Immigration

Nelson Hicks returns as a guest to discuss an issue that becomes a hot-button every election cycle: Immigration. His experience as a Canadian, married to a Guatemalan, trying to get American citizenship, helps us get a more nuanced perspective. Bunny trails include: a statute of limitations for social media posts, camping, and pooping - so something for everyone!

FT Lightning Round - Part 2

The continuation of our Fear Tournament where we list all the things people fear and put them head to head, March Madness style. Listen as we unceremoniously eliminate half of them in this fast-paced episode. Article referenced in opening segment: https://www.wmur.com/article/missing-children-found-in-michigan/23679022 Species extinction article: https://humanprogress.org/article.php?p=1920

Fear Tournament: Lightning Round!

This episode is a fast-paced attempt to get through the first round of the Fear Tournament. This has been our opening segment for the last couple episodes, but it's taken on a life of its own. If you want to see what we're talking about, check out facebook.com/thethingswesaypodcast or Instagram: @ ttwspodcast Here's the bee article: https://www.acsh.org/news/2018/04/17/bee-apocalypse-was-never-real-heres-why-12851

Serial Killers, National Debt, and Easter Worshippers

Opening segment continues the Fear Tournament, pitting National Debt against Serial Killers. Then we discuss tragedies and how they are reported, the Democratic primary, the elections of Senators, and... few other rants.

Demystifying Church

This Easter you may be headed to church. Whether it's for the first time, you're returning after a long time away, or you have been going there your entire life - it may be difficult to know what to expect. Church can be weird. Church people can be odd. The traditions sometimes need translation. That's what this episode is about. Consider this a beginners guide to first time attenders. Also, since it's based mostly on our own experience be prepared for some sweeping generalizations.

The Gun Debate

It's time to talk about guns. You've certainly heard loud voices on both sides but is there a way to resolve this? Is compromise possible? Are there solutions that will work for rural America as well as urban population centers? But before we get there, let's kick off our new opening segment with something less controversial... vaccines.

Murphy, Music, and Minecraft

Two teens (Buddy & Jacob) join us to talk about growing up in the world of social media, how they view their culture, how their peers connect, and some of the challenges they face.

When Christians Disagree

The discussion begins with "Hells Bells" and Christian opposition to rock and roll. Somehow we end up discussing church movements and Christians opposing one another.

Satanic Panic vs D&D [Part 2 of 2]

The continuation of our conversation with Nelson Hicks where he shines light on Dungeons and Dragons. We begin with some history of role playing games and discover how D&D players, the game, and it's culture were impacted by the Satanic Panic of the 80s and 90s.