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The Paula Faris Show

The Paula Faris Show

By: That Sounds Fun Network
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 Join Emmy-Award winning journalist, Founder of CARRY™ and America’s most curious mom, Paula Faris, as she and her frequent co-host, husband John, talk about the hottest topics that parents are talking about. This listener driven show tackles your big questions: "When to have the sex talk with my kid? Why are we fighting about the dishes again? How can I juggle work and life? Why are teenagers and toddlers so hard?" If you’re talking about it, Paula is talking about it in a real, relatable and authentic manner. Join Paula as she engages in a conversation style of no sugar coating, authenticity and keeping it real. She will have you laughing and learning. Life Happens. Let's Talk About It!That Sounds Fun Network Social Sciences
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  • Should You Be Friends With Your Family? (featuring Professor Arthur Brooks)

    Should You Be Friends With Your Family? (featuring Professor Arthur Brooks)
    Jun 24 2025
    Should you be friends with your family? Should you keep trying when it gets hard? Harvard professor, bestselling author, and happiness expert Arthur Brooks joins me for a surprising and eye-opening conversation on what truly makes us happy—and why family plays a bigger role than most of us realize. From the science behind our deepest relationships to why conflict is normal (and even necessary), this episode tackles tough questions:→ Should you give up on a strained family relationship?→ How much effort is too much?→ What role does family really play in our identity and well-being? Arthur’s insights just might change how you view your own family—they did for me. Plus, wait until you hear what Arthur’s doing with his own family that completely surprised me! It’s the finale of our friendship series, and this conversation is packed with insight that could shift how you show up in your closest relationships. Listen to learn more : (01:21) Navigating Family Relationships for Happiness (10:51) The Impact of Family Loss (19:30) Family Conflict (28:01) Parenting Strategies for College Transition (30:39) Building Relationships Through Simple Communication (33:25) Improving Relationships Through Communication (39:39) Reconnecting With Family Relationships CONNECT WITH PROFESSOR ARTHUR BROOKS Sign up to receive Paula’s newsletter, where she keeps it real about what it’s like being a parent in America. And, if you’re a working mom, make sure you’re getting The CARRY ALL email, the load-lessening newsletter for and by working moms. Want to watch this episode? Watch on your Spotify app, or head on over to our YouTube Channel and be sure to like and subscribe! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    46 mins
  • Should You Be Best Friends With Your Partner? (with hubby John)

    Should You Be Best Friends With Your Partner? (with hubby John)
    Jun 17 2025
    As we continue our series on friendship, my husband John and I dive into the evolving expectations of modern relationships. From the latest research to personal stories (and a few laughs along the way), we explore the pros and cons of being BFFs with your partner. You’ll hear how relationships have shifted over time, why we’re now looking for emotional connection and romantic love, and whether being best friends really is the secret to a long-lasting partnership. Spoiler alert: we don’t always agree—and that’s what makes it fun. Let’s Talk About It. P.S. If you missed our episode earlier in the year about How To Keep It Spicy With Your Partner, WATCH HERE OR LISTEN HERE. Listen in to learn more: (02:16) Partner as Best Friend (04:30) Spouse vs Best Friend (12:05) Supportive Relationships Enhance Physical (18:03) Downsides of Being Best Friends (25:52) Loneliness Epidemic and Deep Friendships (30:15) Family Relationships and Mental Health In this episode, we are digging into the evolution of marriage and partnerships, the relatively new expectation of our partners to be both friend and lover, the pros and cons of being best friends with your spouse, why we need more than one friend, the importance of genuine affection for your partner, and realistic expectations within relationships. RESOURCES Sign up to receive Paula’s email, where she keeps it real about what it’s like being a parent in America. And, if you’re a working mom, make sure you’re getting The CARRY ALL email, the load-lessening newsletter for and by working moms. Want to watch this episode? Watch on your Spotify app, or head on over to our YouTube Channel and be sure to like and subscribe! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    38 mins
  • Why You Need Friends Who Aren’t Like You (with Dan Harris)

    Why You Need Friends Who Aren’t Like You (with Dan Harris)
    Jun 10 2025
    From theological debates to newsroom banter, Dan Harris and I couldn't be more different—I grew up in a Midwest Conservative Christian home, while Dan grew up as an East Coast Liberal who had a Bar Mitzvah for the money (his words!). But our unlikely friendship as co-anchors on Good Morning America became a lesson in empathy, curiosity, and the beauty of bridging divides. In this candid and hilarious reunion, Dan and I talk about media bias, religious differences, and how pushing each other made us better journalists—and better people. It’s a behind-the-scenes look at what happens when you stop avoiding the hard conversations and start leaning in and the science behind the importance of having people in our lives who are different from us. From Bar Mitzvahs to Bible studies, —this episode will make you laugh, reflect, and maybe even text a friend who sees the world a little differently than you do. Life Happens. Let’s Talk About It. Listen in to learn more : (03:50) Pet Ownership and Dementia Risk (10:54) Different Perspectives on Early Marriage (15:34) Navigating Diversity in Personal Identity (25:08) Importance of Diverse Friendships (28:51) Conversation on Open-Mindedness and Compassionate Communication (34:26) The Benefits of Open-Mindedness (37:49) Benefits of Social Awareness and Compassion (48:23) Challenging Preconceived Notions About Evangelicals (53:18) Importance of Compassion and Diverse Relationships SUMMARY RESOURCES Sign up to receive Paula’s email where she keeps it real about what it’s like being a parent in America. And, if you’re a working mom, make sure you’re getting The CARRY ALL email, the load-lessening newsletter for and by working moms. Want to watch this episode? Watch on your Spotify app, or head on over to our YouTube Channel and be sure to like and subscribe! Connect with Dan Harris Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 1 min
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