846: Dad's Being Played and the Family's Afraid | Feedback Friday
Jun 16, 2023
This week, the hosts tackle the sticky situation of a 72-year-old dad being charmed by a manipulative younger woman, leaving his family concerned. They also discuss a listener's and their neighbors’ eavesdropping antics during Zoom therapy sessions. Shifting gears, the conversation touches on navigating political expression in a polarized environment, especially when kids are involved. With humor and relatable insights, the hosts emphasize the importance of communication and understanding in complex family dynamics.
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Fake Infidelity Tactic
A listener successfully used fake observations about neighbors to stop them from eavesdropping on conversations.
He subtly hinted at infidelity, causing a fight and enabling him to confront them about their eavesdropping.
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Intervention for Father-in-Law
Stage an intervention with your father-in-law to address his inappropriate relationship with Tina.
Calmly present the facts about her manipulative behavior and the negative impact on the family.
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Protecting Finances
Protect your father-in-law's finances by changing passwords, setting up transaction alerts, and monitoring his accounts.
This will prevent potential financial exploitation by Tina.
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72-year-old Dad seems clueless that the young and comely third-wheel Jezebel who's been stealing his attention away from Mom might be up to something less than seemly. How do you defuse the spell that's been cast over him by this manipulative muse? We'll try to find an answer to this and more here on Feedback Friday!
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On This Week's Feedback Friday, We Discuss:
Was Dark Jordan right in his episode 828 advice to the listener whose neighbors were eavesdropping on Zoom therapy sessions through a paper-thin wall?
How do you get your 72-year-old dad to see that — much to the chagrin of your mom and the rest of the family — the comely young woman who's been giving him attention might have ulterior motives?
Does listening to this podcast potentially jeopardize your safety while traveling to Xi Jinping's China? [Thanks to Laowhy86 for chiming in on this one!]
Your tween son wants to slap a controversial sticker about a political leader on his binder that he takes to public school — in Washington, DC — every day. Considering how politically polarized our country is right now, is it prudent (or even safe) to let him?
You've been looking to up the efficiency of your self-improvement game after pulling yourself out of a funk and getting fit. How might you optimize your routine without getting distracted by the minutiae of the tools you're using?
You were adopted in later childhood by a kind and loving teacher, but you're finding it difficult to make the transition from calling her by her first name to "Mom." How can you do it without making it weird?
Have any questions, comments, or stories you'd like to share with us? Drop us a line at friday@jordanharbinger.com!
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