Good Place Bad Words, Brest Friends & A Superbowl Surprise

Episode 18 : Good Place Bad Words, Brest Friends, & A Superbowl Surprise

Welcome back to another Gray Hair & Daycare Podcast episode recap! This week, we're delving into Episode 18, where hosts Frank and Carlo navigate the exciting, nerve-wracking, and often hilarious path of impending fatherhood.

The Countdown is ON: Baby Josie's Imminent Arrival

Frank kicks off the episode with a pregnancy update. At 35 weeks, baby Josie is the size of a head of romaine lettuce and gaining about an ounce a day. She's even developing a bit of a hairy "monkey" look, though Frank assures us that the hair is temporary. The episode also features a crash course in the pronunciation of "vernix caseosa," the waxy substance that covers babies in the womb.  

"I Was Wrong" (A Recurring Segment)

Frank and Carlo engage in some self-correction with their recurring "I Was Wrong" segment. Frank sets the record straight about a birthing technique Carlo used with his wife, Trina, involving warm water. It seems the purpose was to relieve back pain, not to "hose down" Trina as Frank previously joked. Frank also retracts a previous statement about his niece Marie and her experience with a baby nasal aspirator, clearing her name and instead blaming his brother's wife, Jane, for the misinformation.  

Frank Around and Find Out: Super Bowl Surprises

Frank introduces the "Frank Around and Find Out" segment by asking Carlo to imagine a scenario from a year ago where someone predicted the outcome of the recent Super Bowl: Kansas City losing to the Eagles, Donald Trump being present and receiving a standing ovation, and Taylor Swift getting booed by the crowd. Carlo admits he would have dismissed these predictions as outlandish. The conversation then shifts to a broader discussion about the current political climate and the perceived shift in public sentiment.  

Crash Test Daddy: My Brest Friend

Frank introduces the "Crash Test Daddy" segment by surprising Carlo with a My Brest Friend Super Deluxe 25th Anniversary nursing pillow. Carlo tries it on and is impressed with its comfort and functionality, even suggesting he might use it as a snack table.  

What Just Happened: Life Updates and Preparing for Baby

Frank and Carlo discuss recent happenings in their lives. Frank shares his concerns about his swearing habits and Kelly's suggestion to adopt "Good Place"-style substitutions for curse words. They invite listeners to offer their own creative alternatives. Frank also recounts his experience getting his car detailed at Delta Sonic in preparation for the baby's arrival.  

Doctor's Visits and Exciting News

Frank describes a recent doctor's visit where they performed a fetal non-stress test to monitor baby Josie's heart rate and well-being. He also shares the happy news of the arrival of his cousin's baby boy, Arman. This news prompts a candid conversation about expectations for baby Josie's appearance and the hopes and dreams parents have for their children.  

Looking Ahead: Photos, Social Media, and Saying Goodbye

As the episode winds down, Frank and Carlo touch on the topic of baby photos and social media. Frank expresses his desire to share at least one photo of Josie on the podcast, while acknowledging Kelly's preference for privacy. Carlo reminisces about his own experiences with baby photoshoots and the tradition of baby announcements in newspapers. The episode concludes with lighthearted banter and a thank you to the listeners.  

This episode offers a raw and honest glimpse into the joys and challenges of preparing for a new baby. Frank and Carlo's humor and vulnerability make for an engaging and relatable listen, reminding us that even with gray hair and a few more years under their belts, the journey of fatherhood is a wild and wonderful ride.