Crossroads.. || Father Knows Something Podcast || Dad advice

[@olgitafrog]

Morgan: “I am a snaaaaake, I am a slithery slithery snaaaake” Jerry: “are you sick?” 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@FatherKnowsSomething]

The studio was freezing ass cold.. The heater makes noise and would ruin the sound quality. So I was just wrapping up the stay warm..

[@olgitafrog]

@ you look super cozy ngl 💕

[@_ChantalB]

Story about moving spouse, what kind of resources does the job supply for moving? For living expenses and housing? I grew up in a family that moved every 1 to 3 years. We lived in homes way above our means because of that job. We also had FULL concierge moving services. My mom had all those worries and goals too. Turns out moving wasnt so bad when most of the work is taken care of for you and the houses were pretty amazing.

[@oliviarandall7681]

Dad: “3 words, I think you’re done” Morgen : “that’s 4 words” 😂

[@SaraBearaification]

The opening shot of Jerry all bundled up in a blanket holding up his drink is just perfect

[@flowergleamandglow9317]

“Guys… I have a daughter” 😆. Yes we know and love her very much ❤

[@martziechic]

Just tuned in to KZbin as a dedicated Spotify listener and I laughed at Jerry all bundled up 😂😭 love you guys and love listening!!

[@FatherKnowsSomething]

It was cold in the studio…. Burrrre

[@katherinerinck3722]

Story 3: I am a military spouse and have been for 15 years. When we knew he would join we chose to get married, BUT it was because, as Morgan said, we were each other's person. For us it didn't matter the location or how many times we needed to move or how often he would be gone. That was all secondary to our number one dream, which was being married to each other and building a life together. Home is literally with us wherever we go. I have always told people who express doubt in this lifestyle that it is a rough life having to uproot often, and that you need to have a really good reason to do it. It is not for everyone. I agree with Morgan: Keep the pressure low right now. If you feel like marriage would only be a convenience, listen to that instinct. Situations like these often make or break a couple, so if this is his dream but it's not yours, hold the situation loosely. Do what's right for you while being supportive of him doing what's right for him. It will all come out in the wash and neither of you will have compromised yourselves in the process. Time will make everything clear.

[@samanthab7266]

commenting to hopefully boost this! this was so insightful

[@gabbyevie]

“That’s 4 words” … “ya ur right” was so funny for no reason

[@hannahAmbler]

Definitely died of laughter 😆 Jerry is the best

[@emilierobinson8933]

I appreciate the fact that you guys don’t read stories from under 18! That’s a good call and I’m sure some of those stores get answers from the stories you do read ❤

[@ivylovesrunning]

Story 5: Your parents have failed if they make you feel unloved for being your true self. As a queer person myself, I identified as bisexual. I love people for their personality and who they are. I always told my children that I will love them no matter who they love as long as they are in a loving, healthy, and safe relationship. If your parents can't handle you being lesbian, it is truly their loss. It is sad that they won't love you, the same person you have always been because you found your true self and told them. You don't need their permission to live your best life. Go live your life and leave any negative toxic people in your past. I am sending you lots of love.

[@PoodlePoofs]

Jerry all bundled is honestly the highlight of my day

[@esthersim9216]

I’m turning 43 years old this year and can’t imagine having 2 kids in college!! What a super woman in story #4. My kids are 7 and 12 years old and I’m trying my best to savor every moment with them. I’m gonna be worse than this lady when my kids go to college 😭😭

[@ChefSarah4104]

I'll be 44 next month with an 8 and 11 old. I feel ya. 💜

[@mojitomama12]

Replying specifically to the 3rd story. I'm living the life mentioned in the story :) my spouse works a job that requires moving every 2 years to a foreign country. We met while he was stationed at one such post and our relationship was on steroids because of the inevitable move. If you're a US citizen, you can still get family member privileges without being married. You could cohabitate with him and not have to rent your own place in whatever country he is posted at. He would just have to inform HR in advance and fill in paperwork. I had family member status till we eventually got married :) That being said, this lifestyle is NOT for the faint hearted. As an accompanying partner, you put all your dreams and hopes on the back burner and compromise a lot. I've moved away from my entire support system and it is not easy. There are days I question everything. However, if you have a strong will and your partner is determined to support you and eventually help you figure out your dreams, then you will make it work :) If you have any questions please feel free to comment here, I'm happy to help you find helpful resources to enable you to make an informed decision.

[@AmoreMiu]

That life feels like the dream life for me! 😅 I would love to travel the world and experience life in different cultures. You’re truly blessed being able to explore the planet we live in.

[@jessicabuckley7311]

I'm freaking out right now. I'm cleaning my house and at the beginning of the episode I was like huh I'm having deja vu AND THEN YOU SAID YOU WERE HAVING IT!!!!!

[@amandamyles9626]

dad has reached his final form...a burrito :P

[@Mahtab__]

Nothing beats finishing your day at 10:45 PM and seeing you got a new episode out to listen to while tidying up!!

[@cosettelemes8609]

Love the episode, thank you for being the dad who accepts me, listening to your advice gets me through the day, especially lately ❤

[@lindsayingraham4149]

Love you guys so so much! Totally look forward to each and every episode 😀

[@lns4life]

So ive binged all FKS ep in the last couple months. Ive heard dad say "mate" so many times. All i can think about is the ads on yt for the spicy/erotic audio books about werewolf/humans trying to find "their mate" 😂. Bc its their "primal instinct to find my mate. I can smell him" 😂. Ive listen to a full 5min ad bc I was so intrigued.

[@kbev_Rat]

Love you guys. Great stories and advice as always

[@caseyhaley2684]

I just have to say,living in another country,it seems like in America,you parent until 18,then bye off to college have a nice life

[@ArinellSnap]

What’s it like where you’re from?

[@danielafacendo]

Recently I heard it described this way and thought it was interesting. The creator Tee Noir said something along the lines of that we know that America has a capitalist system that incentivizes individualism. American branded individualism makes us think that doing things alone or with an airtight circle is the best way to be. There’s an idea that things are best and most honorably done and achieved alone. There is a pressure to move at 18 because their is high praise to being “self-made” and independence. I think maybe that, could be partly the reason why. Whilst in other countries being and or staying close to your community and relying on your family for longer is more well accepted and the norm.

[@katydunn6785]

​@danielafacendo 100% correct. This is why most young Americans are so depressed and lonely. Sometimes parents allow you to stay, and others kick out their children.

[@hannah.olivia]

eh yeah kinda but like all countries there’s tons of variation. the other comment about individualism is very true, but it mostly depends on the parent-child dynamic and financial situation.

[@nyctoyugen]

This show always feels like home ❤

[@lns4life]

Story 6: i think they fucked up by doing the full disclosure. Doomed after that imo. Hard to forgive when you learn more than necessary..to think it would give her peace of mind is kinda wild imo. If anything it gave her more insecurities and trust issues. All the info needed was that he had this addiction, he made a lot of mistakes. He didnt physically cheat. There is some thing as too much information imo...

[@esthersim9216]

Yay Morgan, I’m also the year of the dog!!! 🐶 I’m very true to the characteristics of a dog as you mentioned - loyalty, reliability and sense of justice!!

[@NumberJenn]

First story: it's true but super hard for some people (learned when I was much younger lol) to realize if 1 or both of you 'don't like each other'. Assuming you got together originally because ya'll were convinced you fell in love - months/years later they 'still love each other...right??' And that's where they assume 'liking each other' is automatically included in that, without looking any closer.

[@morgannlabellee]

Dad looks so cute wrapped up in his blankie

[@chessiedominguez2033]

30:27 this house flipping thing is genius

[@francesghoul7]

Great, great episode 🧡

[@PoliticalOra33]

For story number 2 I'll say that she had set a boundary. She wants honesty, he lied where he was going. She wants told him she didn't like the strip bars, and he still went. It sounds like he is trying to rebel. There have to be rebuilding trust. I'll definitely have a talk with him or take him in a session for her and her therapist. It doesn't sound like he is communicating very weĺl

[@danaboo88]

My partner and I have both surprisingly never been to a strip club (I’m very aware of what it’s like it just hasn’t happened) and neither of us don’t really care to spend the money. My man is on a work trip in Vegas literally at the moment. I recognize he totally could and I honestly wouldn’t be that upset- it’s the SPENDING OUR MONEY that would bother me the most- AND if he were to lie about it. Like babe- we could do it together- but neither one of us feel like it’s a good way to spend our money- we’ve had many chances to and ehhhh no I’m okay. Same goes with gambling- ehhhh I’m cool. No judgement to people who responsibly do either it’s just not for us.

[@mariasamartin1624]

late night post , love that ❤

[@wormgreen5355]

Wow never been so early! 😆

[@ivylovesrunning]

Story 2: This is an unhealthy and unsustainable relationship. He doesn't respect. Put your child and yourself first. Your husband is someone that doesn't deserve you. The trust is gone, the respect isn't there, and the love may not be there either. Don't stay for your child. It isn't good for anyone. You deserve better. Your child deserves better. Someone that is already abusive with gaslighting and manipulative is really hard to change even with therapy. It is possible, but I haven't seen a person do this.

[@nessahhh__7111]

5:55 it’s so funny how some couples pet peeves aren’t a big deal to others 😂

[@tiffaniewine3679]

I love you guys!! ❤❤

[@jamiegrubbs4406]

One of my favorite people online is going through a surrogacy journey with her husband due to her struggle to conceive/ carry a pregnancy to term, and some heterosexual couples choose to be child free so having your child chose someone of the opposite gender still doesn't guarantee grandchildren

[@b4ileysinterlude]

Love FKS! ❤️

[@teahmarshall__]

Dad needs some FKS microphone covers!!! lol😊

[@flowergleamandglow9317]

Dad looks cozy 😂

[@alexachan8995]

For the last story ,you have to forgive yourself and him, that it wasn't your fault and it's a sickness of him.i know it's hard but it's all depends on you ,you have to talk to him about how you feel and it takes time to heal ,believe me.if you can't forgive and move forward the best option is divorce.

[@stephanieleigh1247]

Story 2 - my partner’s best friend was going through a divorce last year and he wasn’t doing well, unsurprisingly. He is the same friend who was there for my partner when my partner went through his separation and divorce a few years prior. They were going out often and I told my partner I was ok with them going to the strip club randomly, like a couple of times a year, especially when this friend was needing support, just let me know and never hide it kind of thing. After the second time within a month I was like ok this is a bit much, I do not support you going this frequently. So one night he said they were going out and would probably end up at the club. I said I didn’t want him going and he said “well I told you where I might be and you have my location” and left and I was SHOCKED. He was back within an hour, got violently ill on the way there and had to turn around. We talked the next day and I told him that was karma coming from being so disrespectful about it and he said seems that way. We discussed my concerns about them going so frequently, especially when I was having insecurities of my own that were bleeding into the relationship. He saw my point and took it upon himself to decide he is not going back there and told his friend as much. After I expressed how I felt he said he never wanted me to feel like that again especially not because of him and something he has control of. That is some damn good love and respect. What OP is dealing with is not respectful, at all. If he’s already proven he doesn’t care about your boundaries and feelings, what is going to change that??

[@Kaysann22]

Yay! 🎉 Hi guys!! 😊👋🏾

[@amyvary6875]

Great Show guys ❤Enjoy your hotdog yum

[@baileytaylor203]

Jerry is so cute in his blanket lol

[@milienamclenon5521]

Maybe try rubbing the couch down with a dryer sheet it could help some

[@Gingerjaime2202]

Our Costco doesn't have chicken sandwiches 😢 we only just got cookies lol

[@darkecoorb2225]

Story #6 - i am also that child that has parents who can accept other kids being queer but not their own child. Its very hard and it definitely makes future planning and interactions hard. No advice from me unfortunately since ive been shut down many times by my family

[@CCusu]

28:40 honey, I was in this situation. please put yourself first, your future, your job, your hobbies. Don’t lose yourself for him. You can travel, do LD if you can handle that marriage is an option

[@corpsegirl]

45:08 lmaoo he thought it was a taken movie 😭 tbh I would’ve done the same

[@munchie420monster]

Woohoo! ❤🎉

[@tryingtothrive157]

Story 1: It should have ended earlier even. Being in a different timezone is not excuse to ignore a supposed valued partner. It's obvious that only OP wants to save the relationship and finally woke up.

[@micheleleedy3945]

But it's yet get some dryer sheets and rub your chair down with it it'll cut down on the static electricity

[@tryingtothrive157]

Story 2: Often, it's not about if the act is harmless to someone else's perspective because what matters is if the act is a clear boundary breaking one to a partner. A couple may be okay with strip club trips. Another couple doesn't find it okay. OP needs to have a sincere sit-down with her husband on things that break her trust.

[@destinymartinez8019]

WE RIDE AT DAWN FOR COSTCO

[@Resilient_Sage88]

I'm a dragon so I gotta find a rat, monkey or rooster lol

[@CCusu]

I’m drinking rest in peach right now tooo hehe 0:38

[@hannah.olivia]

MORGAN MY PHONE TOO AT COACHELLA!! literally taken friday night, finally tracked it with my friend’s phone when we left monday and it was on the freeway🥲 tracked it to LA then china a few days later💔

[@hannah.olivia]

PSA: be careful w phone bracelets‼️ it was hanging out of my front pocket and they swiped it in the crowds at night, i couldn’t tell and thought i just dropped it in the dark

[@deanna.rodrigues]

Early🎉

[@AliciaSanchez-u1y]

❤❤❤❤❤

[@dayafeickert6752]

If she likes not moving and consistency and wants a cozy existence with regular friendships then don’t do the government living. Military wife here, it will all be on you about 85% of the time because he has to choose the job first. Most women don’t enjoy being chosen second constantly and unless you are a strong, independent, and capable person who typically handles things and then discusses it then you will struggle. Not that you can’t do it, of course you can, but do you want to choose that or does it go against your needs? Just food for thought

[@madelinefodor415]

omg hi yall !

[@izzycamoc1289]

no shade to the person who sent the 5th story (the person who realized they are a lesbian) but bisexuals are part of the queer comunity. i came out of your story with perception you don't realize that yourself. your family seems to be homophobic and that might be why you kind of have that perception. they would rather you to be perceived as hetero, but you don't become hetero in a hetero relationship as a bisexual. just wanted to chime in about that. good luck tho you deserve to be happy!

[@lns4life]

Isnt there a costco strike right now? I figured Morgan wouldve heard about it. Edit: the costco union workers all voted to go on a strike in 48hrs if they don't get higher pay wages.

[@FatherKnowsSomething]

Oooo no I didn't but hope they get that coin. I'm just boycotting those rolling back DEI

[@flowergleamandglow9317]

I’m the year of the rat lol 1996

[@PoliticalOra33]

Im the year after Morgan. Im the pig 1995

[@destanyd604]

Story 6. Please tell me the therapy and counseling is secular, religion can muddy so much and make things unhealthy.

[@caseyhaley2684]

Op my teenage daughter says she is bisexual,it did take a bit of time to process it,after a while I honestly feel,I will genuinely support her in any healthy relationship,and if she ends up marrying another women,if she's happy,I'm happy