Episode 6: The Parent Trap

Episode 6 of The Our2Cents Podcast is called The Parent Trap. This a relative conversation to the ideas of Pro Choice. Mohna and BJ deal with the issues of traditional parenting from a circumstance of a parent making a commitment to a male child in a toy store. In the situation of you committing to buying your child any toy of their choice, your son chooses a baby doll. Would you as a parent make that purchase? Does the thought alone terrify you? We discuss how we oppress children with our traditionalist views and perspectives, with the choices we make for our children. Also, how our choices affect our children in making some of their own. We talk about the concepts of church, and how our religious beliefs can be oppressive as well. Just because you serve God does not mean you become God. We talk judgements, teachable moments, and giving children the chance to have a voice. There is a possibility that there are parents who have been trapped in the belief that "do as I say and not as I do" "because I'm your mama/daddy" and "don't talk back to me" are effective forms of parenting. And your children have been fighting to be heard over the loudness of your own childhood issues with parenting, religion, and societal standards. This conversation was healthy for those who are, and potentially will be, parents! Listen and let us know what you think!