The Funny Kid Becomes the Dad: How We’re Raised with Kenan Thompson
About this episode
Dr. Becky talks with Kenan Thompson about how his role as the funny one in his family has influenced his connections and parenting style.
We all grow up playing a role in our family — the responsible one, the easy one, the funny one.For Kenan Thompson, that role started early.In this episode of How We’re Raised, Dr. Becky talks with Kenan about how becoming “the funny one” shaped the way he connects with people — and what it looks like to parent with more intention today.
People in this episode
Host: Dr. Becky
Guest: Kenan Thompson
Topics covered
- parenting
- family roles
- humor
- intentional parenting
- childhood experiences
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