Wow two episodes in a row with Ross back in the cockpit?? And this is a revealing one. So revealing it doesn’t seem right to put a bunch of bullet points in to Chat GPT to churn out show notes for this one. Does anyone even read these summaries? Do you hate that I use Chat GPT as much as I hate it? Please trust me- these notes are the only time I ever use it. AI scares me and bums me out but these notes are just to make this show searchable. I think. Is that what they do? I have no clue anymore.
Anyway, Patrick here. This week’s episode mainly centers on Ross and I hashing out and sorting through our marriage dynamics while we proceed with this non-monogamy business. If you’re curious about any of that stuff take a listen.
ALSO!! I’ll be running around the Binghamton area next week doing shows at various breweries and wineries up there. Also on Wednesday June 26th I’m heading back to the Hurleyville Performing Arts Center to host a lineup of awesome comics. If you’re in Sullivan or Ulster County in NY, come to the show! It will be so fun. Tickets
🎙️ Show Summary: WE HIRED A SITTER FOR THIS Episode 140 “Peach Pit to The Max”
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In Episode 140 of “We Hired a Sitter For This,” Patrick Holbert is joined by the original co-host, Ross Erin Martineau, for a candid discussion on relationships, parenting, and personal growth.
Main Topics:
🐾 Veterinarian Visit: Patrick and Ross discuss a touching moment witnessing an old couple at the veterinarian’s office, reflecting on love and companionship.
🏈 Football Banter: Engage in light-hearted banter about football, sharing personal anecdotes and humorous insights.
🏀 Father’s Interest in Women’s Sports: Ross delves into her father’s interest in women’s sports, particularly the WNBA, speculating about his motivations and celebrating the growing popularity of women’s athletics.
📱 Social Media and Personal Habits: Patrick talks about his reduced social media usage and his active participation on Reddit, especially his support for sugar-free living.
🚫 Boundaries and Relapses: The hosts discuss the importance of setting boundaries in addiction recovery, comparing sex addiction to sugar addiction, and exploring the challenges of maintaining sobriety.
🤥 Honesty and Secrets: Ross admits to lying about her whereabouts to talk to someone she’s dating on the phone, prompting a discussion on the importance of honesty in their relationship.
💑 Non-Monogamous Relationship Dynamics: Patrick and Ross open up about their non-monogamous relationship. Patrick shares his decision to focus on work and family, stepping back from other relationships, while Ross reflects on her own experiences and needs.
🧒 Parenting Challenges: The hosts discuss their child’s behavior and the challenges of parenting. Patrick shares advice from another parent on handling difficult behavior.
🧘 Yoga Teaching Experiences: Ross shares her experiences teaching yoga to young girls, discussing the differences between teaching various age groups and the benefits of yoga practice.
🏋️ Health and Fitness Goals: Patrick talks about his health journey and inspiration from a man in Boulder. Ross discusses her commitment to yoga and its positive impact on her well-being.
🎉 Child’s Birthday Planning: The episode wraps up with a discussion about planning their child’s fourth birthday party, acknowledging their financial concerns and the need for better planning.
Live Show Announcements:
🎭 Gastor’s Solo Show “The Sugar”: On June 20th, Gastor Almonte will be performing a “work in progress” rendition of his solo show “The Sugar” at St. Mark’s Comedy Club in NYC’s East Village.
🎤 Patrick’s Upcoming Shows: On Wednesday, June 26th, Patrick will be bringing a lineup of his favorite comics back to the Hurleyville Performing Arts Centre. Visit hpacny.org/events-live-performances to get tickets! Patrick will also be performing multiple shows around the Binghamton, NY area from June 25-29. For more information, visit www.homebrewedcomedy.com.
Tune in for an engaging and insightful episode of “We Hired a Sitter For This” as Patrick and Ross serve up a delightful blend of comedy, commentary, and candid conversation.
Did you miss Ross and Patrick last week? They felt terrible that they didn’t record an episode for you. (Just tell them you missed them. They’re very sensitive and crave validation). Have no fear, they’re back and they recorded while driving upstate because vehicular multitasking is worth it for their fans. It’s you all who keep this empire running. The fans and Jesus. Mostly Jesus actually (Is anyone else watching ‘The Family’ on Netflix??). Anyway on this episode, R and P talk camping, 12 step programs, cults, and up tight neighbors. Cool, right?
Lindsay Goldwert is a journalist, podcaster, comedian, author, and all around fascinating human. She joins Ross and Patrick to discuss the exciting release of her first book, Bow Down: Lessons From Dominatrixes on How to Get Everything You Want. Listen as they dive into the taboo territories of sex and money and how empathy and empowerment are not mutually exclusive. Lindsay shares about the alpha females featured in her book and the incredible power of example Dominatrixes can be to women in all walks of life, not just the bedroom. So strap in and strap on because BDSM is a contact sport where you can learn a lot about yourself. Just be open to it, ok?
It’s episode 50!! Can you believe it?? It only took this duo 50 episodes to decide what they really care about (or at least what they actually want to talk about): Sex, love, alternative relationships, and everything in between! This week Ross and Patrick reveal more about their foray into ethical non-monogamy and their plans for sexual world domination (Kidding! They only wanna start a sex cult. Or maybe a commune). Does all this sound scary and confusing and like too much information? Then maybe sit this one out. Or does it sound captivating and titillating and like you’ve always had questions about things like this? Then dive into the warm poly embrace of this week’s show. XOXO!