Here we go again, choosing conversation prompts from a bowl and answering them on the spot. From Tara’s big 80’s hairstyle to David’s brown Ford Pinto, our stories take a turn into vintage territory. Whether you’re looking for a way to move past routine topics on date night, make family dinners more fun, or add some joy to a road trip, we hope this episode gives you great ideas for questions that lead to connection.

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This topic and the conversation questions were inspired by a list from https://ordinaryandhappy.com/

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Questions in today’s episode:

• Most decade-defining outfit (bonus points for photos)

• Most dangerous thing you’ve done / situation you’ve been in

• Embarrassing haircut

• Fond memory from a car you used to own

• Silliest body trick

• Spiciest food you ever ate

• Highest elevation you’ve been to, and how you got there

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Enjoy some vintage photos of David and Tara circa 1970s, 80s, and 90s on our website: www.withupodcast.com

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Produced by Zach Van Dyke

In this playful episode, we take turns pulling fun conversation prompts from a bowl and answering them on the spot. From the time we accidentally camped by the side of the highway, to Tara’s sushi struggles, to David’s unapologetic love of pickle and bologna sandwiches—this episode is full of lighthearted stories and laughter. Whether you’re looking for a way to move past routine topics on date night, make family dinners more fun, or add some joy to a road trip, we hope this episode gives you great ideas for questions that lead to connection.

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This topic and the conversation questions were inspired by a list from https://ordinaryandhappy.com/

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Questions in today’s episode:

• Words you mispronounced for years

• Text message sent to the wrong person

• Food you have tried to like but just cannot

• Most useless item you own but can’t get rid of

• Sport you wish you were good at

• Family road trip where you got lost

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Produced by Zach Van Dyke

Some dates live on in our bodies, minds, and hearts. Whether it’s recognizing a birth, a loss, a wedding, or a tragedy, anniversaries can be time-stamped reminders of who we are, where we’re headed, what we’ve learned, and what we’ve lost. In this episode we talk about how grief can echo across generations, and how rituals and reflection can help us navigate the emotional terrain of significant dates.

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We’d love to hear about your anniversary practices, celebrations, and rituals. Email us at withupodcast@gmail.com.

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Produced by Zach Van Dyke