It's been 2 years since LST ended and now Hillary has a new show! Here Lies Me is dramedy about middle school for teen and adult fans of PEN15 and Big Mouth. Listen to an excerpt (plus a special message from Hillary) right here!

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Introducing Here Lies Me

LeVar Burton presents SOUND DETECTIVES – a funny, engaging, and thought-provoking podcast that invites elementary school-aged kids to explore the magic and mystery of sound.Breaking News – Across the globe, sounds are mysteriously going missing! Waves aren’t crashing, crickets aren’t chirping, and the familiar jingle of the ice cream truck is a distant memory. Follow Detective Hunch (Vinny Thomas) and his new sidekick Audie the Ear (Jess McKenna) as they solve sound mysteries and track down the nefarious Sound Swindler … all with a little help from LeVar Burton himself!Equal parts fun and informative, SOUND DETECTIVES encourages listeners to engage with the sound mysteries that surround us, while unlocking the door to people and cultures around the globe. Join the team on this semi-improvised comedy caper and help return the mystery sounds before the world falls silent!Listen to SOUND DETECTIVES on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts.

Introducing Sound Detectives from LeVar Burton

After a 5-year hiatus, The Longest Shortest Time is coming back! We're gonna talk about all things reproductive health: periods, birth control, consent, bodily autonomy, pregnancy, menopause, and so much more — but we can only create a sustainable show with your help. Please join our club, where you'll get to participate in our community AND hear a whole extra show in the LST universe. Listen to this trailer for more info and to hear what Hillary's daughter sounds like now, as a teen (!)
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We’re back after a 5-year hiatus! Hillary kicks us off with a story about her anxiety over her daughter’s first experience with unwanted male attention — and her subsequent misadventures in trying to get the girl’s school to teach consent.

Artwork for this episode by Lindsay Stripling.
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If you’re new to the show or want to get reacquainted, check out some of our classic episodes:
#27 Rewriting Your Birth Story
#88 W. Kamau Bell Asks His Mom About Sex
The Accidental Gay Parents Series (#60, #62, #80, #81, #125, #211)
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Sex Ed + Consent Resources
SafeBAE
Scarleteen
SIECUS (Sex Ed for Social Change): Sex Ed Profiles by State
Sex, Teens, and Everything in Between
You Know, Sex
Mr. Health Teacher
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The Staircase

Consent education in school is mostly insufficient or non-existent — even when it’s required by state law. An organization called SafeBAE is trying to change that by training teens to teach each other about consent. SafeBAE’s executive director Shael Norris talks about what works and what doesn’t when discussing this topic with young people. We’ll also hear a cautionary tale about a time when Shael’s own daughter attempted to get justice for sexual assault survivors back when she was in high school.

Artwork for this episode by Andrea Tomingas.
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Recommendations from the archive
• The title for this episode is a spin on one of our most popular episodes ever: #116 How to Not (Accidentally) Raise a Racist
• If you want to learn about the history of sex ed, check out: #134 How to Make a Fella Feel Relaxed
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SafeBAE resources mentioned in this episode
• For teens who want to learn about consent or become peer educators 
• For adult educators who want to incorporate consent education at school
• For parents who want better consent education for their kids
• SafeBAE’s #knowB4Unude video
• SafeBAE’s active bystander video
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How to Not (Accidentally) Raise a Rapist

A music teacher tries to stop her newborn’s crying with lullabies. Turns out it’s the worst thing she can do.

#1 Your Singing Really Interferes With My Going-To-Sleep Process

Toilets, exposed body parts, . . . pornography?! One horror story about pumping at work.

#14 And Behind Door Number Two …

A toddler starts talking, then moves to a new country where she doesn't know the language. And suddenly the only word she will say anymore is "Mommy."

#30 When Mommy Means Everything

Comedian Julian McCullough's mom left the family when he was a kid. Now that he's got a family of his own, Hillary talks to him about what makes a happy family.

#37 What Makes a Happy Family?

A man finds out on his 47th birthday, he’s about to become a grandpa. Part 3 of our "I've Got News" series.

#61 I've Got News 3

Dan Pashman from The Sporkful weighs in on your kids’ weird eating habits. And how they might not be so weird after all.

#63 Kids Eat ... What?!

One woman’s unusual path toward becoming a single mother by choice.

#66 Momming It Solo

Our series on accidental pregnancy continues with audience favorite Ellen Kecskemethy. Who’s got brand new news.

#67 I've Got News 6

Twanna Hines and Dr. Hilda Hutcherson answer YOUR questions about improving your sex lives as parents, and people. To join the conversation about this episode, go to <a href="http://longestshortesttime.com/">longestshortesttime.com</a>!
This episode is sponsored by Home Chef, Ibotta, Icon Undies, Fracture, and Alarm.com.

#68 The Parents' Guide to Doing It 2

A kid-friendly clip from our episode "Kids Ask Chris Gethard Unanswerable Questions." Hear the full episode, for grownup ears only, here: http://wp.me/p4bvGZ-20R

Do Dinosaurs Go to Heaven or Hell?

Do dinosaurs go to heaven or hell? Why don't dogs have hands? Comedian Chris Gethard attempts to answer YOUR kids' unanswerable questions. Plus, a surprise guest gives Hillary podcasting advice.

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#69 Kids Ask Chris Gethard Unanswerable Questions

A young Mormon plays a long con on his childhood crush—in the hopes of starting a family with her.

#70 There's Something About Andy

Can a fake C-section have real emotional impact? Plus, a simple change in the procedure that erases one mom's C-section guilt.
To join the conversation about this episode, go to <a href="http://longestshortesttime.com/">longestshortesttime.com</a>!

#71 A Childless Man Gets a C-Section

A marriage; a miscarriage. A divorce; a guy who looks (and smells) like a caveman. All in this epic love story. (With an UPDATE to last year's cliffhanger!)
To join the conversation about this episode, go to <a href="http://longestshortesttime.com/">longestshortesttime.com</a>!

#73 Love Yurts

What's it like to nurse piglets in one hand and your own baby in the other? Life on a farm, with baby. To join the conversation about this episode, go to <a href="http://longestshortesttime.com/">longestshortesttime.com</a>!

#75 Outnumbered By Animals

When Marvel asked Dennis Hopeless to create a new story for Spider-Woman, he knew he wanted her to be pregnant. In this episode, he explains why. And we hear from his wife Jessie, the real-life superhero behind Spider-Woman. To join the conversation about this episode, go to <a href="http://longestshortesttime.com/">longestshortesttime.com</a>!

#76 Kicking Ass While Pregnant

A game of got-yer-nose turns racial and a 6-year-old raps to her white mom about not getting her Blackness. Two stories of biracial kids schooling their mamas. To join the conversation about this episode, go to <a href="http://longestshortesttime.com/">longestshortesttime.com</a>!

#59 Mama Don't Understand

One weekend Trystan and his boyfriend were clubbing in Vegas; the next they were steeped in diapers and Legos. The story of how two twenty-somethings became parents. Overnight. To join the conversation about this episode, go to <a href="http://longestshortesttime.com/">longestshortesttime.com</a>!

#60 The Accidental Gay Parents

The "accidental gay parents" return. This time with John's side of the story. To join the conversation about this episode, go to <a href="http://longestshortesttime.com/">longestshortesttime.com</a>!

#62 The Accidental Gay Parents, 2

Public radio icon Terry Gross talks about why she chose to never have children. And her recurring nightmare about a baby. To join the conversation about this episode, go to <a href="http://longestshortesttime.com/">longestshortesttime.com</a>!

#79 Terry Gross on Not Having Kids

A clown reveals the secrets of how to trick your kids out of tantrums. Plus, the magical power of farts.

#83 How to Parent Like a Clown

Anthonia Akitunde went looking for websites about Black working moms that broke stereotypes. She came up empty. So she started her own. To join the conversation about this episode, go to <a href="http://longestshortesttime.com/">longestshortesttime.com</a>!
This episode is sponsored by Amazon Kindle, Owlet, Icon Undies, and Alarm.com

#85 Dispatches from Black Motherhood

Judah is 12. He makes a mean beef wellington. Hear how he became a child chef, and how his mom had him when she was just a kid herself.
To join the conversation, go to: <a href="http://www.longestshortesttime.com/">www.longestshortesttime.com</a>!
This episode is sponsored by Kiwi Crate, The Great Courses Plus, Chatbooks, Thirdlove and Horizon Organics.

#95 The True History of a Child Chef & His Mom

How do you keep the fire alive? Can motherhood awaken your inner lesbian? Couples therapist and author Esther Perel answers YOUR sex advice questions. To join the conversation, go to: <a href="http://www.longestshortesttime.com/">www.longestshortesttime.com</a>!
This episode is sponsored by Material Wrld, Fracture, The Great Courses Plus, Thirdlove and Horizon Organics61

#96 The Parents' Guide to Doing It with Esther Perel

A kid-friendly clip from our episode "Kids Ask Negin Farsad Unanswerable Questions." Hear the full episode, for grownup ears only, here: wp.me/p4bvGZ-2cr

What would happen if you ate fire and your clothes were made out of a couch?

We're making a brand new stinger (musical logo) to be played on future episodes of LST—and we want to use your kids' voices! 
Instructions:
Play this little clip for them, and then record a voice memo of them singing it back to you. Then email the voice memo to: hello[at]longestshortesttime[dot]com. 
Your kid's voice could wind up on our show every week!

Stitcher Stinger

Couples therapist Esther Perel talks about why people cheat, even when kids are in the picture. Or, sometimes, *because* kids are in the picture. Plus, some practical tools for handling an affair -- and preventing one from happening in the first place.To join the conversation, go to&nbsp;<a href="http://longestshortesttime.com/" target="_blank">longestshortesttime.com</a>! Sign up for our&nbsp;<a href="http://eepurl.com/Dvjzr" target="_blank">newsletter</a>. Follow us on&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/thelongestshortesttime" target="_blank">Facebook</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://twitter.com/longestshortest" target="_blank">Twitter</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/longestshortesttime/" target="_blank">Instagram</a>.This episode is brought to you by <a href="http://spiceislands.com/longshort" target="_blank">Spice Islands</a>,&nbsp;<a href="http://littlebits.com/" target="_blank">littleBits</a>,&nbsp;<a href="http://thirdlove.com/time" target="_blank">Third Love</a>, Casper Mattresses, and&nbsp;<a href="http://littlepassports.com/longshort" target="_blank">Little Passports</a>. Use the promo codes at checkout for a special discount.

#146 The Parents' Guide to Affairs with Esther Perel

Research shows that kids who learn languages early have lots of advantages. This week, a dad who speaks five languages makes the case for teaching his kid only one. English.To join the conversation, go to&nbsp;<a href="http://longestshortesttime.com/" target="_blank">longestshortesttime.com</a>! Sign up for our&nbsp;<a href="http://eepurl.com/Dvjzr" target="_blank">newsletter</a>. Follow us on&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/thelongestshortesttime" target="_blank">Facebook</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://twitter.com/longestshortest" target="_blank">Twitter</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/longestshortesttime/" target="_blank">Instagram</a>.This episode is brought to you by GoGo SqueeZ, Life on the Fast Track podcast,&nbsp;<a href="http://burrow.com/" target="_blank">Burrow</a>&nbsp;(code: LONGSHORT),&nbsp;<a href="http://healthiq.com/LONGSHORT" target="_blank">Health IQ</a>, and&nbsp;<a href="http://ladderlife.com/LONGSHORT" target="_blank">Ladder</a>. Use the links and codes here for a special discount.

#150 His Id Speaks English

Andrea talks to Cristen Conger and Caroline Ervin, hosts of the fabulous Unladylike podcast, about abortion, nannies, and counting your eggs before they’re… inseminated. Plus, how to speak up, vocal fry and all.You can subscribe to Unladylike <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/unladylike/id1333193523?mt=2" target="_blank">right here</a>!To join the conversation, go to&nbsp;<a href="http://longestshortesttime.com/" target="_blank">longestshortesttime.com</a>! Sign up for our&nbsp;<a href="http://eepurl.com/Dvjzr" target="_blank">newsletter</a>. Follow us on&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/thelongestshortesttime" target="_blank">Facebook</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://twitter.com/longestshortest" target="_blank">Twitter</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/longestshortesttime/" target="_blank">Instagram</a>.This episode is brought to you by Jergens Wet Skin Moisturizer,&nbsp;<a href="http://ladderlife.com/LONGSHORT" target="_blank">Ladder</a>,&nbsp;<a href="http://rxbar.com/TIME" target="_blank">RXBAR Kids</a>&nbsp;(code: TIME),&nbsp;<a href="http://mrclean.com/longshort" target="_blank">Mr. Clean Magic Eraser</a>, and Casper. Use the links and codes here for a special discount.

#154 Let's Get Unladylike

Busy Philipps has been working in Hollywood since she was 19 years old. She's always played by the rules when she's had to, but after she had kids, she started making her own rules—at work and at home. This episode contains graphic language and is not suitable for children.To join the conversation, go to&nbsp;<a href="http://longestshortesttime.com/" target="_blank">longestshortesttime.com</a>! Sign up for our&nbsp;<a href="http://eepurl.com/Dvjzr" target="_blank">newsletter</a>. Follow us on&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/longestshortesttime/" target="_blank">Instagram</a>.This episode is brought to you by Pillsbury Crescent Rolls, <a href="https://www.cropscience.bayer.com/en" target="_blank">Bayer Crop Science</a>, <a href="http://rothys.com/time" target="_blank">Rothy's</a>, and <a href="http://lutron.com/longshort" target="_blank">Lutron Caseta Smart Lighting</a>.

217. Busy Philipps Works the Postpartum Hollywood System

The mother of modern midwifery returns to tell you (yes, YOU) that if you didn’t have a “natural birth,” you are not a failure.Heads up, this episode contains discussion of childbirth injuries and traumatic birth. To join the conversation, go to&nbsp;<a href="http://longestshortesttime.com/" target="_blank">longestshortesttime.com</a>! Sign up for our&nbsp;<a href="http://eepurl.com/Dvjzr" target="_blank">newsletter</a>. Follow us on&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/longestshortesttime/" target="_blank">Instagram</a>.This episode is brought to you by Pillsbury Crescent Rolls, <a href="http://thirdlove.com/TIME" target="_blank">Third Love</a>, and <a href="http://thredup.com/longshort" target="_blank">ThredUP</a>.

218. Ina May's Guide, Completely Revised and Updated

Let's just say this one's inspired by DJ Jazzy Jeff and the Fresh Prince.*Note: there is some cursing in this episode — and some talk about the tooth fairy — so you might not want to listen with your kids.*This is the last episode of The Longest Shortest Time! But it isn't really goodbye. Hillary is cooking up something new, probably a project about middle school. To keep in touch with Hillary and find out what's next, <a href="https://longestshortesttime.com/participate/#kit" target="_blank">sign up for her newsletter</a> and follow her on <a href="http://instagram.com/thisishillaryfrank" target="_blank">Instagram</a> and <a href="http://twitter.com/hillaryfrank" target="_blank">Twitter</a>. All of our episodes, articles, and resources will remain up at&nbsp;<a href="http://longestshortesttime.com/" target="_blank">longestshortesttime.com</a>. We'll be turning off comments on the website on Jan. 1, 2020, so if you've wanted to leave a comment on an episode, now's the time!This episode is brought to you by <a href="http://pinna.fm/longshort" target="_blank">Pinna</a>, <a href="https://www.cropscience.bayer.com/en" target="_blank">Bayer Crop Science</a>, and<a href="http://rothys.com/time" target="_blank"> </a><a href="http://lutron.com/longshort" target="_blank">Lutron Caseta Smart Lighting</a>.

219. Parents Sometimes Understand

Our show ended back in December, and the world has changed a lot since then. Tune in for an update on what Hillary’s been up to—and a podcast recommendation.

To see Hillary's quarantine journal drawings and find out about her new project when she's ready to share, follow her on Instagram @thisishillaryfrank.

We're also recommending you check out The Suga, a podcast from Stitcher hosted by actress, model, and producer Tika Sumpter and award-winning digital business leader Thai Randolph. The show was created for and by modern moms of color. In this special preview, Thai and Tika speak to Latham Thomas, a doula and entrepreneur. The Suga is a safe space where moms, moms-to-be, and those completely undecided can laugh, learn and love on each other as they navigate life. Listen now in your favorite podcast app!

 

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