120: Fatherhood: Love, Support, and Balancing Work and Family Baseball Fandom: Dodgers vs. Mariners

Summary
In this part of the conversation, Jey and William discuss their respective podcasts and how they got started in film reviews. They also talk about their experiences as fathers and the dynamics of their relationships with their children. They touch on parenting styles, the importance of love and support, and the challenges of balancing work and family life. They also discuss the portrayal of fathers in movies and TV shows, noting the shift from traditional stereotypes to more diverse and authentic representations. The conversation covers various topics, including watching movies with children, favorite movies, animated films, and baseball. They discuss the experience of watching horror movies with William's son and how they have open conversations about the content. They also share their favorite movies, with William mentioning 'Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind' and Jey mentioning 'Forrest Gump' and 'The Sandlot'. They discuss the impact of animated movies like 'Elemental' and 'Inside Out 2' on children's emotions and mental health. The conversation ends with discussing their favorite baseball teams, the Dodgers and the Mariners. Jey and William discuss their favorite baseball teams and players in this conversation. They debate the strengths and weaknesses of their respective teams, the Seattle Mariners and the Los Angeles Dodgers. They also compare catchers Cal Raleigh and Will Smith and discuss the importance of durability and leadership in a catcher.

Takeaways
They share their experiences as fathers and the dynamics of their relationships with their children.
They emphasize the importance of love, support, and allowing children to be themselves.
They discuss the portrayal of fathers in movies and TV shows, noting the shift towards more diverse and authentic representations. Open conversations with children about the content they watch can help them understand and process what they see.
Favorite movies can vary significantly from person to person and often have personal connections or relatable elements.
Animated movies can have a significant impact on children's emotions and can serve as a tool for discussing mental health.
Baseball fans are loyal to their favorite teams and enjoy discussing the sport. The Seattle Mariners and the Los Angeles Dodgers are strong teams with talented players.
Cal Raleigh and Will Smith are comparable catchers with different strengths.
Durability and leadership are essential qualities for catchers.
Jey will be a guest on William's podcast, the Snobcast, to discuss baseball movies.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
04:56 Enjoying Movies as a Family
05:10 William's Fatherhood Journey
06:18 Bonding with His Son
07:48 William's Daughter and Family Dynamics
08:21 Transitioning from One to Two Children
09:03 Parenting Styles and Personal Responsibility
10:53 The Importance of Love and Logic
12:10 The Impact of Expectations on Children
13:07 The Role of Love and Support in Parenting
14:06 The Role of Expectations and Love in Parenting
19:06 Depiction of Dads in TV Shows and Movies
21:30 The Evolution of TV Dads
23:14 The Influence of 90s Sitcoms on Fatherhood
25:06 The Importance of Representation and Diversity
28:27 The Impact of Movies in Starting Conversations
30:12 The Role of Movies in Addressing Racism and Prejudice
35:02 Choosing Appropriate Movies for Children
35:14 Bonding over Horror Movies
36:42 Open and Honest: Discussing Sex Education
41:09 Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind
44:39 The Impact of Animated Films
52:38 Baseball Fandom
56:42 Passion and Enthusiasm: A Discussion About Baseball Teams and Players
57:00 Comparing Statistics and Debating the Strengths and Weaknesses of Baseball Players
59:01 Reflecting on Past Seasons and World Series Results
01:00:16 The Love for Baseball Movies: A Genre That Resonates with Fans
01:01:18 Engaging in Lively Conversations: The Power of Baseball Podcasts