We sat down with Caitlin Murray of @BigTimeAdulting to talk about why we made Violet Archer — a mystery story for kids that actually slows down, leans on story, and treats young brains with some respect.
We talk about what’s broken in modern kids’ content, how Violet Archer came to life, and how modern content for kids seems to favor attention grabbing visuals and sounds over story and imagination. Caitlin also shares why she signed on to voice Violet herself - and yes, we do manage to roast a few shows along the way.
If you’re a parent who’s tired of kids content that feels like a sugar rush with a theme song, this one’s for you.

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Max and Matt get together with Amanda Brinkman and get real about what happens when you lose your temper as a parent. They unpack the moments where things boil over the yelling, the guilt, the emotional hangover and how to rebuild connection after the storm. It’s not about being perfect; it’s about being human. They talk about how to repair trust with your kids, why shame keeps us stuck, and how to make apologies that actually mean something. From their own stories of dad meltdowns to simple tools that help in the heat of the moment, this episode is full of honesty, humour, and hope for anyone who’s ever thought, “I can’t believe I just said that.” Let’s gooo!You like that Amanda Brinkman lady? So do we! And when she's not talking about perimenopause, she spends much of her time travelling the country talking to big ol' crowds about finding Purpose. She's even got a course on it, y'all. Check out the links below.Amanda Brinkman: https://amandakbrinkman.comThe Purpose Pursuit Course:
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Max and Matt tackle one of the trickiest parts of parenting: what to do when your partner doesn’t quite nail a moment with the kids—and vice versa. From bedtime blowups to moments when one parent needs a “tap out,” they unpack how to handle these situations without throwing each other under the bus. They talk through the awkwardness of siding with your partner vs. comforting your kid, and how to navigate those moments without losing the united front. The guys get honest about apology dynamics, how to course-correct as a team, and why it’s worth talking about the little things before they become big things. From real-time tension to therapy takeaways, this one dives deep into how couples can keep parenting (and marriage) strong—even when things get messy.

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