Not Quite Grownup

Send Caitlin a Text! When you're traveling with kids, it's a TRIP, not a vacation. All travel is unpredictable, but there are things you can do to mitigate any... um... unfortunate events on your trip. Jenny talks plane travel and Caitlin talks road trips in this episode of how to travel with your kids. Listen in to hear why - Every parent needs a lollipop on an airplane - You should tak...

Send Caitlin a Text! Calling all parents -- choosing care for your child is TOUGH, so we're here to help.  In this episode, Jenny gets FAQs answered about daycares v. preschools. The takeaways?   Determine your goals for care. Socialization? Personalized attention? Daycare and preschool are different -- we've got the benefits of each. Just say no to trampolines.  Get all the info you nee...

Send Caitlin a Text! In this episode, Caitlin and Jenny spend some time catching up after Jenny's 20-year reunion, give a quick update about swim caps and Roger Federer, and, Caitlin and Jenny answer their first question from a listener! For this month's Cram Sesh! we're giving advice to B -- his child worked really hard on an assignment and the grade earned seems... less than fair....

Send Caitlin a Text! Hopping on the "Things I would never do as a ___" trend -- we've got 10 things we would never do to our kids' teachers as current and former educators. See all source info and links in this episode's blog post! Promo: The Madames Podcast Keywords: parents, teachers, students, education, parent-teacher relationships, education triad The best support is...

Send Caitlin a Text! Caitlin and Jenny are back for a new season of CK & GK! This mini-episode is all about catching up with each other -- all play, no work! Learn why Caitlin's son prefers vanilla to chocolate and get the low-down on this year's college football championships.  For all source content, head over to the blog post for this episode here: https://bit.ly/CKGK36blog The be...

Send Caitlin a Text! It's our season finale! We're coming at you with lots of updates from the sports world, including a tear-jerker from the Little League World Series and hilarity from Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre. For this week's how-tos, we have tried-and-true some simple life hacks that are just 💡 to make your life easier and save you from yourself. Tons of thanks to some a...

Send Caitlin a Text! Did you know that Bluey's new season is on Disney+ starting on August 10? CK is pretty excited about that... and if you aren't too, well... she'll sort YOU out, Mate. This week's episode sees CK playing the height game with GK, what you need to know about the Little League World Series, and a throwback to an early laugh about Major Dad. We also finally get...

Send Caitlin a Text! Okay Universe: you win. Caitlin can't have nice things because -- well, it's a long story. Blah blah blah -- now her kitchen and living room smell like coffee. Jenny gets confused during small talk with math people and Caitlin gives you the need-to-know info about soccer rules. Thank you to:  Promo: Nefarious Nightmare, Twitter @anefariouspod MLB Trade Deadline MLB P...

Send Caitlin a Text! Caitlin is WAY too excited about Women's Euro 2022 and CONCACAF, so today's episode is all about soccer vocab! You'll never wonder about the difference between a corner kick and a goal kick ever again. Of course, the Ks also talk about the ridiculousness that is their lives: this time around, it's ADHD + Prime Day mess, and some Boomer opinions on the Gen X...

Send Caitlin a Text! This week's how-to is a "how to tell the difference between Gen-Xers and Millennials," thanks to a rousing game of Gen-X Bingo! Spoiler Alert: Jenny wins... but you already knew that was going to happen... Thank you to: MLB.com The Gist Newsletter The Ever Trending Story Podcast Crystal Gravy Sherri Adams at Urban Teachers  Kaleb Promo: Witches Talking Tarot The...

Send Caitlin a Text! TW: This episode discusses personal experiences with COVID-19 and with losing a loved one. In this episode, Caitlin and Jenny bring in their mortician-friend Jennifer to talk about the logistics of losing a loved one. When you are responsible for a person's final arrangements, it can be hard to know where to start. Jennifer shares her story about why she chose her profess...

Send Caitlin a Text! Buying major appliances is overwhelming -- let us help. Jenny is obsessed with her new dishwasher and washing machine and is ready to help you plan for your next big purchase. You learn about how quiet Caitlin's son can be and why Jenny is a Gen-Xer. Source Info: Extreme Ironing Who is playing LIV Golf? Updated list of PGA Tour defectors includes Phil Mickelson, Dustin Jo...

Send Caitlin a Text! YOU NEED AN ORANGE TRACKSUIT WITH POLKA DOTS. Okay, maybe you don't. But you DO need to hear our "PRIDE, part 2" discussion between Caitlin and Ariella. This one focused on sexual orientation and related labels, and we touched on gender-affirming care and the Equality Act. Of course, you get your circle time, complete with Jenny's son ensuring she doesn&apo...

Send Caitlin a Text! Wrestling is a form of sports (and medical?) entertainment. Phil Rosenthal is a fantastic human. And, our dear friend Ariella stops by to clarify some gender-affirming vocabulary words you need to know during PRIDE month. During the month of June and every other month, CK and GK stand in support of the LGBTQIA+ community. Let us know if you need a mom-hug. 🏳️‍🌈 🏳️‍⚧️ Source I...

Send Caitlin a Text! Happy PRIDE! Extending our love and support to the LGBTQIA+ this month and every month before and after. We appreciate that it's important to be an ally all year! We FINALLY get back to our series on the job hunt with Part 2: Resumes . Caitlin breaks down the basics of resume building so that you can get to work (literally). We both share some beauty info (Caitlin -- what...

Send Caitlin a Text! While there is no making sense of the tragic events in Uvalde, Texas, there are ways to manage and cope with the information. In this episode, Caitlin and Jenny provide a few resources for how you can take action to prevent future tragedy and how you can talk to your children and manage your feelings and emotions around this event. We tried to cheer ourselves up with some much...

Send Caitlin a Text! What's the key to telling any good story? A hook (and not the pirate kind). Caitlin and Jenny are here with the info that you need to write a killer cover letter, complete with extension recommendations. You get schooled on the best candy in the world and how to help your toddler put their shoes on the correct feet, too. Source Info: Toronto Sun: Cam Newton under fire aft...

Send Caitlin a Text! As you well know by now, Caitlin and Jenny are teachers. They love to laugh, they love to learn, and they love to help their students get to those "Aha!" moments. And y'all... teaching is HARD. It's an underappreciated profession. And sometimes, the best way to get through those rough teaching days is with laughter. So for this year's Teacher Appreciat...

Send Caitlin a Text! CK: I don't know how to beer. Do YOU know how to beer? GK: Um, I kind of know how to beer...? Thankfully, the boys from the Beers With Dad know how to beer. We get them to talk us through how to feel more confident at a brewery for your next pint. We also play a new game called "Gem, Low, Buffalo" and hear how CK almost gave access to podcast files to a stranger...

Send Caitlin a Text! Did you know that CK stans Mariah Carey? And GK sometimes sings along (loudly) to the music of The Carpenters? (She doesn't do it for this episode -- you're welcome.) We also talk about Chuck Norris's infomercials and magic. And, for our listeners who wish to honor a mother figure in their lives, here's your bulletin: Mother's Day 2022 is May 8th. If y...

Send Caitlin a Text! Okay, so you've got 20 minutes to get all of your skincare for the night done. We've gotchu, Boo-boo. In our first ever cram-sesh, Caitlin gives the run-down on how to apply your nighttime facial products so that you get the most bang for your buck (and yes, there are product recs!). Fun fact: Jenny has a special text tone for Caitlin; any guesses what it is? The bes...

Send Caitlin a Text! Baseball starts in TWO DAYS, y'all. CK brought her father-in-law, Mike Capps, to talk baseball. Mr. Capps, a.k.a. "Cappy," is the voice of the Round Rock Express , the Triple A affiliate of the Texas Rangers, and author of Grinders: Baseball's Intrepid Infantry . We also learn why GK is obsessed with her shower and that CK's son is quick to judge her d...

Send Caitlin a Text! Baseball is coming (yay!) and Caitlin and Jenny have all the vocab that you need to know to understand the basics of a baseball game. We'll make you sound like you know a thing or two about America's favorite pastime. Bonus: you hear about what makes Caitlin feel like a boss and how Jenny got her notary to become a CK & GK listener. Source Info: MLB Glossary Why...

Send Caitlin a Text! Caitlin and Jenny talk about the apps they love -- yes, food and tech. You get to hear about Jenny's (straight up gross) pregnancy cravings in addition to our favorite apps to use for parenting, finance, social media, health, and more. We learn who Caitlin's favorite TikTok account is (spoiler: it's doggy-related) and give you our usual sports round-up. So. Many...

Send Caitlin a Text! Did you know that it's been literal YEARS since GK had her annual physical? She decided to be 2022 be the year to get in control of her health by getting back to those regular appointments. She's got the advice you need on which appointments to make, what your insurance should cover, and when to fire your doctor so that you be the best advocate for yourself. Also --...