Katie's Crib – Details, episodes & analysis

With this episode being the end of Season 6, we also present this as the final episode of “Katie’s Crib.”  

As this chapter draws to a close, Katie and her husband Adam Shapiro share the lessons they have learned from Katie’s journey as the show's host. The two first discuss how Katie hosting the podcast impacted their journeys as parents. They also discuss their personal growth, and how they navigated through the ups and downs of parenting in general. Finally, Katie and Adam provide last insights and gratitude toward listeners who have been with them through this entire ride.  

Plus, don't miss two special guest speakers: Katie and Adam’s children, Albee and Vera! Their remarks sum up their growth so far with the show. Tune in for the wrap up of this special series, dedicated to all things parenthood.

Executive Producers: Sandie Bailey, Alex Alcheh, Lauren Hohman, Tyler Klang & Gabrielle Collins

Producer & Editor: Casby Bias

Associate Producer: Akiya McKnight

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We’re almost near the end of Katie’s Crib season 4 - and the PODCAST, Katie’s Crib! 

In the almost-last episode of the show, Katie welcomes Netflix’s “Wednesday” actress Riki Lindhome to the mic. Riki shares her unique journey of how she became a parent through surrogacy.

Riki first discusses the challenges she faced in trying different ways to conceive before surrogacy, including the unexpected decision her ex-partner made along the way.

The “Garfunkel and Oates” star then opens up about the balance between her career and motherhood. She also reflects on her son's personality, from his seriousness during infancy up to his now playful identity.

Finally, did you know that Riki is coparenting within a new relationship? Tune in to hear more, and of other insights Riki has learned along the way in raising her son. 

Executive Producers: Sandie Bailey, Alex Alcheh, Lauren Hohman, Tyler Klang & Gabrielle Collins

Producer & Editor: Casby Bias

Associate Producer: Akiya McKnight

NOTE: This episode was recorded on May 2, 2023.

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Father's Day is just around the corner! To celebrate, comedians and podcasters Kevin and Evan (aka the Dumb Dads) drop by Katie’s Crib this week. The two fathers dish on their experiences of being stay-at-home dads. 

The Dumb Dads first discuss their origin story of their podcast, and how it came to be. They also explain the highs, lows, and personal stories of their unconventional journeys of raising their children together. 

Finally, the two tackle the topic of agreeing vs. disagreeing in parenting approaches. Have there been instances where they both found themselves not on the same page when it came to parenting each other's kids? 

Katie’s husband Adam Shapiro even pays a quick visit during the interview!  Join us in this episode as we explore the relatable experiences of fatherhood.

Executive Producers: Sandie Bailey, Alex Alcheh, Lauren Hohman, Tyler Klang & Gabrielle Collins

Producer & Editor: Casby Bias

Associate Producer: Akiya McKnight

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The COVID-19 pandemic has brought on lots of uncertainty for hopeful and expectant parents. Should families wait to try to conceive? Does COVID-19 affect male fertility? Are there increased risks for pregnant women? What can public health officials do to help Black, Latinx and indigenous mothers and those in communities disproportionately affected by the pandemic? Katie enlists guests Dr. Rashmi Rao (Obstetrics & Gynecology Specialist) and Dr. Danielle Taylor (Pediatrics Specialist) to get listeners the most up-to-date information on coronavirus as it relates to pregnancy and our little ones. 

Crib Notes:

https://priority.ucsf.edu/ - PRIORITY: Pregnancy Coronavirus Outcomes Registry

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In this week’s episode, Katie talks to Racial Justice Educator and author of Waking Up White and Finding Myself in the Story of Race, Debby Irving. Katie and Debby open up about recognizing and examining their own privilege, everyday habits to cultivate to build racial equity, and resources to enrich your child’s education around matters of race. Later, Katie welcomes Dr. Margaret Hagerman, Assistant Professor of Sociology at Mississippi State University and author of White Kids: Growing Up with Privilege in a Racially Divided America, who discussed that even with good intentions, the choices that we make for our children can widen the racial divide. 

Crib Notes:

https://debbyirving.com/ - Debby Irving’s website

• https://debbyirving.com/the-book/ - Waking Up White and Finding Myself in the Story of Race by Debby Irving.
• https://debbyirving.com/recommended-resources/ - Resources list

https://www.eddiemoorejr.com/ - Dr. Eddie Moore Jr.

• https://www.whiteprivilegeconference.com/ - The White Privilege Conference
• https://www.eddiemoorejr.com/21daychallenge - 21 Day Racial Equity Challenge

https://robindiangelo.com/ - Robin DiAngelo, author of White Fragility

https://www.margarethagerman.com/ - Dr. Margaret Hagerman’s website

• https://www.margarethagerman.com/research.html - Research studies

https://nyupress.org/9781479803682/white-kids/ - White Kids: Growing Up with Privilege in a Racially Divided America - by Dr. Margaret Hagerman

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 Katie talks to Dr. Beverly Daniel Tatum, teacher, race relations expert, and author of Why Are All The Black Kids Sitting Together in the Cafeteria? And Other Conversations About Race. Dr. Tatum discusses what it means to be anti-racist, how the idea of color blindness can equal color silence, and how parents can prepare themselves for conversations about race with children at every stage of development.

Crib Notes:

• www.beverlydanieltatum.com
• www.socialjusticebooks.org
• Why Are All The Black Kids Sitting Together in the Cafeteria? And Other Conversations About Race - By Dr. Beverly Daniel Tatum
• Is My Skin Brown Because I Drank Chocolate Milk - TED X - Dr. Beverly Daniel Tatum
• A People's History of the United States - by Howard Zinn
• 13th - a film by Ava Duvernay

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Katie catches up with her longtime friend, Bryce Dallas Howard (actress, director, filmmaker). Just in time for Father’s Day, Katie and Bryce chat about all things dads. They also discuss postpartum depression and the challenges of letting go and allowing your partner to share an equal role in child raising.

Crib Notes:

Dads – Documentary by Bryce Dallas Howard. Available on June 19th on Apple TV+ 

Down Came the Rain: My Journey Through Postpartum Depression - By Brooke Shields

The Mandalorian - Chapter 3: The Sin – Directed by Bryce Dallas Howard. Available on Disney+

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Katie talks to Pamela Paul, editor of The New York Times Book Review and author of “How to Raise a Reader.” Katie and Pamela discuss how to nurture your child’s interest in reading and cultivate a lifelong love of books. They also get into the benefits of boredom and why it’s okay to not maximize every moment of kids’ lives.

Crib Notes:

How to Raise a Reader - By Pamela Paul and Maria Russo  

My Life With Bob: Flawed Heroine Keeps Books of Books, Plot Ensues – By Pamela Paul 

Let Children Be Bored Again – NYT opinion piece by Pamela Paul

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It's a brand new season in a strange new world! Actress America Ferrera joins Katie to talk about what it’s like to be pregnant during a pandemic. They discuss fears triggered by childbirth and COVID-19, the anxiety of introducing siblings, her struggles with mom guilt, plus how motherhood has altered her body image issues and activist spirit.

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Katie Lowes is back with a third season of Katie’s Crib! An array of knowledgeable experts and engaging guests offer experiences and perspective to help parents navigate taking care of their kids and themselves – even in the most trying times. 

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