They were alive from around 5 million to 2 million years ago, slowly evolving in East Africa and trying to become human.

In this lively discussion, Zak, who explores childhood challenges, Elizabeth, a parenting expert, and Lucy, a children's social dynamics enthusiast, tackle listener questions about bullying and cliques in kindergarten. They humorously dissect why preschoolers can be so unkind and provide tips for parents on navigating these tricky social waters. Plus, they share heartwarming tales about discussing tough topics like the Holocaust with kids, emphasizing the importance of keeping communication open while adding a dash of humor to serious conversations.

Elizabeth, an expert on helping kids manage library books, is joined by Lucy, who shares tracking tips for communal supplies, and Zak, who tackles library book management and fees. They offer practical solutions for parents dealing with lost library books and late fees, emphasizing the importance of responsibility. They also discuss the use of technology like AirTags for keeping track of kids in crowded places. Personal anecdotes about family moments add a heartwarming touch, balancing parenting challenges with joyful experiences.

Lucy and Bash discuss Leonard Bernstein's scandalously gay affairs, political activism, and personal struggles in the film 'Maestro'. They touch on LB's drug stash, standing ovulations, and societal pressures faced due to his identity and image.

Formerly incarcerated guests Lucy and Sam share insights on a perfect prison system where prisoners earn freedom through forgiveness. The hosts explore fantasy wardens in an Airbnb-style guest house and reflect on vegetable gardening costs. They also discuss family deception, historical influences, and imagine prisons as electric and massage chairs.

Dr Louise Newson speaks to her daughter Lucy about menopause. Lucy offers her perspective on growing up with a mother in the public eye and the importance of talking about menopause. They discuss the lack of education on menopause at school and the need for children to be included in conversations. They also talk about the impact of menopause on mental health, challenges faced by women at work, and the importance of close family relationships and understanding menopause.

Dr. Mogel talks to Lucy & Joseph, part of family #21, about divorced co-parenting. They discuss maintaining respect, teaching culinary arts and surgical technology, importance of reading to children, history of their relationship, contrasting parenting philosophies, and setting boundaries with their children.

Business owners who initially doubted the success of online courses share their journey with Digital Course Academy. They discuss their reservations, the benefits they gained, and their advice for potential enrollees. Topics include imposter syndrome, fear of starting a course, the power of community, and the positive outcomes of launching a course.

This week survivor Lucy shares her story.*Content Warning: This episode discusses sexual assault and emotional abuse.**Sources:Ultra Violet: Facts About Violence Against Native WomenUltraViolet is a powerful and rapidly growing community of people mobilized to fight sexism and create a more inclusive world that accurately represents all women, from politics and government to media and pop culture. UltraViolet is a community of one million people that drives feminist cultural and political change. Through people power and strategic advocacy, they work to improve the lives of women and girls of all identities and backgrounds, and all people impacted by sexism, by dismantling discrimination and creating a cost for sexism.Where’s the Media Attention for Missing Indigenous Women?By Andrea González-Ramírez, Sept. 24, 2021Resources:The National Indigenous Women’s Resource Center, Inc. (NIWRC) is a Native-led nonprofit organization dedicated to ending violence against Native women and children. The NIWRC provides national leadership in ending gender-based violence in tribal communities by lifting up the collective voices of grassroots advocates and offering culturally grounded resources, technical assistance and training, and policy development to strengthen tribal sovereignty.NIWRC develops resources and training opportunities to support Native advocates and survivors, and tribal governments in prioritizing the safety of Native women and their children and requiring accountability of offenders and communities. Native women, their children, and Tribal nations are entitled to:-Safety from violence within their homes and in their community-Justice both on and off tribal lands-Access to culturally grounded advocacy designed by and for Native women-Safe, affordable housing, legal services, childcare, economic security, and other basic resources provided in respectful ways-Culturally-based, trauma and resiliency-informed services-Access to indigenous healing ways**Something Was Wrong’s theme song was originally composed by Glad Rags and is covered this season by Kenna and the Kings.Support and listen to Kenna and the Kings on  Spotify, YouTube , and check out their albums! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mindy and Guy Raz have their heads in the stars! Join them on an intergalactic adventure as they dig into the latest NASA satellite, Lucy! Learn how Lucy adds the WOW out of this world. It's the Who, What, When, Where, Why, How and WOW of satellites!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.