The Talk Isn't Dad's Job Anymore

About this episode

Gary and Shannon discuss various political and social issues, including the California governor race and parenting topics with guest Justin Worsham.

In #WhatsHappening, Gary and Shannon discuss Steve Hilton officially advancing to face Xavier Becerra in California's governor race, Tom Steyer's $200 million campaign flameout, rising inflation tied to growing tensions with Iran, the sentencing of Karmelo Anthony, and Game 4 of the NBA Finals. In #SwampWatch, they examine Bernie Sanders' growing influence on the Democratic Socialist movement and whether his endorsements now carry the same weight on the left that Donald Trump's do on the right. Then Justin Worsham joins the show for a parenting double-header, discussing why more fathers are taking an active role in "the talk," how parents can navigate uncomfortable conversations about sex and relationships, and why family dinners may be the most powerful parenting tool that doesn't cost a dime. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

People in this episode

Hosts: Gary, Shannon

Guest: Justin Worsham

Topics covered

• California governor race
• inflation
• parenting
• sex education
• Democratic Socialist movement
• NBA Finals

Keywords

• California governor race
• inflation
• parenting
• sex education
• Bernie Sanders
• NBA Finals

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