Craft Parenting Podcast

Roll out the barrel! This week Joe and Caroline had a barrel of fun when they talked about the fundamentals of home brewing beer. They recall how they started home brewing, discuss the equipment that is needed, their five rules to follow, and more. Plus, they discuss their adventures from the previous week, Caroline tells us what’s bugging her on Children’s TV and, yes, there is a Dad joke of the...

This week, things went a little sideways when Joe and Caroline had to temporarily move themselves, two small kids, two dogs, and all of their stuff to their parent’s house for the weekend. They also discuss some best practices when it comes to personal safety and severe weather preparedness, we find out what’s bugging Caroline on Children’s TV, Joe tells a thunderous Dad joke, and more. What We Ar...

This week Joe and Caroline talk all about the 4th of July (America's Independence Day),  how they have celebrated it in the past, and some tips and tricks for dealing with anxious dogs during fireworks. They also talk all about the week’s adventures, we find out what’s bugging Caroline on Children’s TV, and Joe has a booming dad joke. What We are Drinking Tonight Caroline’s Drink:  West Side...

Joe and Caroline recall the eventful day when they got married in 2015. Plus, they talk about all the past week's adventures, we find out what is bugging Caroline on Children's TV,  and, Joe tells yet another dad joke. What We Are Drinking Caroline: Hard Apple Cider Angry Orchard - Crisp Apple ABV: 5% “Angry Orchard Crisp Apple has a bright, crisp apple flavor, just like biting into a fr...

In honor of Father’s Day, Joe and Caroline go over a brief history, talk about their family traditions and even give some last-minute gift ideas for dad. Plus, they talk about all the past week's adventures, we find out what is bugging Caroline on Children's TV,  and, Joe tells yet another dad joke (don't worry he has a million). Resources:  https://www.history.com/topics/holidays/f...

Joe and Caroline talk all about going back to work after their maternity/paternity was over. Plus they talk about all the past week's adventures, we find out what is bugging Caroline on Children's TV,  and, yes, there is even a cringy dad joke. Caroline’s Drink: Orange Creamsicle - Popsicle Sour Ale Listermann Brewing Company - Norwood, Ohio  Street Pops Collaboration   ABV: 6.4%  No IBU...

“There must be a birthday I wonder for who there must be a birthday right here in this room so look all around you for somebody who is laughing and smiling, my goodness it's you!” Today is Caroline’s 30th birthday and in this week’s episode, Joe and Caroline talk all about her personal and professional accomplishments from her “roaring 20’s” as she enters her third decade of life. Plus they d...

Joe and Caroline recall their recent family trip to Surf Side Beach in South Carolina. Plus, Caroline tells us what is bothering her on children's TV and Joe has a beach-themed Dad joke. Places that we visited: Drunken Jack's Goat Island Murrells Inlet What We Are Drinking This Week Caroline: Taft’s Brewing Company -- Cincinnati Hazelnut Latte - Hazelnut Coffee Milk Stout  ABV: 6.0%  IBU...

Joe and Caroline are joined by their friends, Steven and Hillary, to talk about the Butler County Donut Trail. Plus, they recall their adventures from the past week and Joe has not one but two Dad Jokes.  Guests: Steven and Hillary Dursch About the Butler County Donut Trail. Trail Locations: Jupiter Coffee & Donuts (Fairfield,  Ohio) Holtman’s Donuts (West Chester, Ohio)  Oxford Doughnut Shopp...

Joe and Caroline recall their adventures from the past week and talk about their favorite local parks with playgrounds. Plus, Caroline reveals what's annoying her on children's television and Joe introduces a new segment to the show. Parks we discuss: Great Parks of Hamilton County (overview) Miami Whitewater Forest Winton Woods and Parky’s Farm West Fork Park Kaluga Park What We Are Dri...

In this week’s episode of The Craft Parenting Podcast, Joe and Caroline recall their adventures from the past week, discuss what’s annoying Caroline on Kid’s TV, and talk all about Mother’s Day.  Resources for this episode: NRF | Mother's Day Data Center Mother's Day 2021 - Date, Founding & Traditions - HISTORY The Big Business Of Mother's Day In 2021 What We Are Drinking This W...

This is not a drill! Monkeys have invaded the west side of Cincinnati! Joe and Caroline discuss what is being reported by the news (fueled by social media) and detail their adventures from the week. In honor of it being what would normally be Flying Pig Weekend, they look back on some of the local races that they have participated in over the years. And surprise surprise almost all of them involve...

Joe and Caroline return for another episode of The Craft Parenting Podcast. In this week’s episode, they recap their adventures from the previous week and discuss the history of the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden. Learn more about the Cincinnati Zoo here: http://cincinnatizoo.org/ What We Are Drinking This Week Are You Pricklish? | Fruit Ale Taft’s Brewing - Cincinnati, Ohio ABV: 4.5% IBU: 12...

Joe and Caroline discuss their adventures from the previous week and talk all about the history of Opening Day in Cincinnati, their personal experiences celebrating the local holiday, and the other ballparks that they've been to. Read more about the history of Opening Day in Cincinnati here: https://www.findlaymarketparade.com/opening-day-history What We Are Drinking This Week Joe: Rouchbier...

Joe and Caroline talk about their adventures from the previous week, introduce a new segment where they talk about the lack of logic in kid's TV shows, and talk about their favorite local coffee shops. We discuss: College Hill Coffee Company: https://collegehillcoffeeco.com/ White Oak Coffee House: https://www.whiteoakcoffeehouse.com/ Saylor Park Coffee: https://saylerparkcoffee.com/ Aroma’s...

Joe and Caroline talk about their adventures from the past week and their past St. Patrick's Day shenanigans. For more information about Fintan, check out their website here: http://www.fintanband.com/home. What we are drinking this week: Caroline: King Cake Baby Brink Brewing - College Hill Spiced / Herbed Beer ABV: 5%   IBU: 17  "This spiced ale is brewed yearly for Brew River Creole K...

Joe and Caroline talk about their adventures from the previous week and reminisce about past Bockfests. Here is the Cincinnati Enquirer article that we reference: https://www.cincinnati.com/story/entertainment/nightlife/bars-and-clubs/2021/02/26/christian-moerlein-brewery-getting-major-revamp-new-beer-lineup/6833675002/  What we are drinking this week: Mama Said Bock You Out -- Bock - Doppelbock B...

Joe and Caroline introduce themselves and their growing family in this first full episode of the Craft Parenting Podcast. Thank you so much for listening! If you like what you hear, please consider leaving us a rating and review. Also, help us spread the word about the podcast so we can grow! You can send us feedback, comments, and questions for the show at craftparentingpodcast@gmail.com. Follow...

The Craft Parenting Podcast is a weekly podcast series following the life of hosts Joe and Caroline. From their latest homebrew project to kids arts and crafts project to just talking about life with two young kids and two dogs, they talk about it all. Thank you so much for listening! If you like what you hear, please consider leaving us a rating and review. Also, help us spread the word about the...