web02.fireside.fm Mon, 20 Apr 2026 02:01:14 -0500 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) The Chris and Andre Show - Episodes Tagged with “Parenting” https://chrisandandrehsow.fireside.fm/tags/parenting Sun, 19 Apr 2026 20:00:00 -0400 The only way to solve the problems we face as humans is to listen and address the root cause of the issues. In this podcast, we have real conversations about everyday topics that affect our lives. Listen in as hosts Chris and Andre share their perspectives on everything from politics to pop culture, from cars to cooking, from racism to religion, and much, much more! Visit our website at https://chrisandandreshow.com and be sure to check out our YouTube channel! en episodic Two Best Friends Who Disagree Sometimes (oh, and Joe) The Chris and Andre Show The only way to solve the problems we face as humans is to listen and address the root cause of the issues. In this podcast, we have real conversations about everyday topics that affect our lives. Listen in as hosts Chris and Andre share their perspectives on everything from politics to pop culture, from cars to cooking, from racism to religion, and much, much more! Visit our website at https://chrisandandreshow.com and be sure to check out our YouTube channel! no Talk, Business, Politics, Movies, Pop Culture, TV, Sports, Technology, Music, Food, Comics The Chris and Andre Show thechrisandandreshow@gmail.com Allbirds, AI Grifts, and the Secret Recession Nobody Will Admit https://chrisandandrehsow.fireside.fm/279 69ff31ad-05f4-4ef3-a71e-98e100c0f144 Sun, 19 Apr 2026 20:00:00 -0400 The Chris and Andre Show 279 Allbirds, AI Grifts, and the Secret Recession Nobody Will Admit full The Chris and Andre Show 1:23:19 yes In this episode of The Chris and Andre Show, the guys dive into the chaos of the modern economy, the AI gold rush, and why everything feels broken even when the official numbers say everything is fine. Andre kicks things off with a look at Allbirds’ bizarre pivot from shoes to AI and data centers, and what that says about the current VC-fueled AI bubble. From there, they connect the dots between AI hype, market fragility, and a “hidden recession” that most people are already living through. We also talk about: - Layoffs and the illusion of job creation (underemployment, gig work, and bad labor stats) - Tariffs, supply chain pain, and the everyday cost of living (including $95 gas fill-ups) - Local economics in North Carolina (data centers, tax breaks, sports complexes, Apple’s RTP campus) - Corporate loyalty vs. reality and why so many workers should be thinking about working for themselves - The mess in college sports: coaching changes, NIL money, conference realignment, and whether the ACC is even the ACC anymore - A candid segment on parenting, sports, and pressure—how our own upbringings shaped us, and how we’re trying not to repeat the same mistakes with our kids Quick hits on Tiger Woods, The Rock, Kiss/Gene Simmons, and the Olympics as examples of exploitation, fame, and getting paid (or not) for your value. The guys wrap by talking about the importance of having a small circle of people you can be real with, why these conversations matter for their sanity, and why they keep hitting “record". TheChrisAndAndreShow #Podcast #Economy #Recession #HiddenRecession #Layoffs #JobMarket #Underemployment Economy, Recession, Layoffs, Underemployment, College Sports, Parenting In this episode of The Chris and Andre Show, the guys dive into the chaos of the modern economy, the AI gold rush, and why everything feels broken even when the official numbers say everything is fine.

Andre kicks things off with a look at Allbirds’ bizarre pivot from shoes to AI and data centers, and what that says about the current VC-fueled AI bubble. From there, they connect the dots between AI hype, market fragility, and a “hidden recession” that most people are already living through.

We also talk about:

  • Layoffs and the illusion of job creation (underemployment, gig work, and bad labor stats)
  • Tariffs, supply chain pain, and the everyday cost of living (including $95 gas fill-ups)
  • Local economics in North Carolina (data centers, tax breaks, sports complexes, Apple’s RTP campus)
  • Corporate loyalty vs. reality and why so many workers should be thinking about working for themselves
  • The mess in college sports: coaching changes, NIL money, conference realignment, and whether the ACC is even the ACC anymore
  • A candid segment on parenting, sports, and pressure—how our own upbringings shaped us, and how we’re trying not to repeat the same mistakes with our kids

Quick hits on Tiger Woods, The Rock, Kiss/Gene Simmons, and the Olympics as examples of exploitation, fame, and getting paid (or not) for your value.
The guys wrap by talking about the importance of having a small circle of people you can be real with, why these conversations matter for their sanity, and why they keep hitting “record".

TheChrisAndAndreShow #Podcast #Economy #Recession #HiddenRecession #Layoffs #JobMarket #Underemployment

]]> In this episode of The Chris and Andre Show, the guys dive into the chaos of the modern economy, the AI gold rush, and why everything feels broken even when the official numbers say everything is fine.

Andre kicks things off with a look at Allbirds’ bizarre pivot from shoes to AI and data centers, and what that says about the current VC-fueled AI bubble. From there, they connect the dots between AI hype, market fragility, and a “hidden recession” that most people are already living through.

We also talk about:

  • Layoffs and the illusion of job creation (underemployment, gig work, and bad labor stats)
  • Tariffs, supply chain pain, and the everyday cost of living (including $95 gas fill-ups)
  • Local economics in North Carolina (data centers, tax breaks, sports complexes, Apple’s RTP campus)
  • Corporate loyalty vs. reality and why so many workers should be thinking about working for themselves
  • The mess in college sports: coaching changes, NIL money, conference realignment, and whether the ACC is even the ACC anymore
  • A candid segment on parenting, sports, and pressure—how our own upbringings shaped us, and how we’re trying not to repeat the same mistakes with our kids

Quick hits on Tiger Woods, The Rock, Kiss/Gene Simmons, and the Olympics as examples of exploitation, fame, and getting paid (or not) for your value.
The guys wrap by talking about the importance of having a small circle of people you can be real with, why these conversations matter for their sanity, and why they keep hitting “record".

TheChrisAndAndreShow #Podcast #Economy #Recession #HiddenRecession #Layoffs #JobMarket #Underemployment

]]> Parenting Is Hard, Why Do We Keep Making It Harder? https://chrisandandrehsow.fireside.fm/251 b66e57ed-dd2e-4c4f-b2c2-6141c7cbea99 Fri, 22 Dec 2023 06:00:00 -0500 The Chris and Andre Show 251 Parenting Is Hard, Why Do We Keep Making It Harder? full The Chris and Andre Show Chris and Andre both have the privilege of being parents and in this episode, Chris shares some of the things he has been really struggling with lately while Andre provides some sage advice, coupled with examples from his own experiences. If you're struggling as a parent, we hope you know you're not alone and there may be some rather simple things you can do to make a big impact. 1:17:22 yes (00:00:00) Parenting Is A Lost Art - Chris explains some of the problems he's been facing lately, Andre shares why he feels that most parents have not figured out how to actually parent their kids. (00:09:03) The Struggle Is Real - The guys discuss how honest they are with their kids and much of their own personal struggles they share. (00:20:28) Well, Well, Well, If It Isn't The Consequences Of My Own Actions - Chris and Andre talk about consequences when kids break the rules and how each of them likes to handle things. (00:40:21) Parenting A Small Version Of Yourself + Your Ex - The guys both have experience raising kids after a divorce and they discuss the difficulties that can bring and Andre shares what it took for him to overcome that. (00:45:46) Parenting Is Hard Enough, Stop Making It Harder - Andre takes issue with the way some parents go about things and explains why they are ultimately just making things more difficult for themselves. (00:59:46) How Parenting Saved Andre's Life - Andre shares how he feels parenting made the difference between him living to see 21 or not. (01:06:24) Balancing Parenting and Work - The guys talk about how important it is to find a job that gives you the flexbility you need to be home and that allows you to be happy so you aren't making your family miserable when you are home. Share your opinions with us at comments@chrisandandreshow.com, or on our social media channels: Instagram: @thechrisandandreshow (https://www.instagram.com/the_chris_and_andre_show/) Facebook: The Chris and Andre Show (https://www.facebook.com/TheChrisAndAndreShow) Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube Channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY8ClCFudijU4JVLLa2Psrg)! And visit https://chrisandandreshow.com for more content! parenting, parents, children, kids, covid, family, relationships (00:00:00) Parenting Is A Lost Art - Chris explains some of the problems he's been facing lately, Andre shares why he feels that most parents have not figured out how to actually parent their kids.
(00:09:03) The Struggle Is Real - The guys discuss how honest they are with their kids and much of their own personal struggles they share.
(00:20:28) Well, Well, Well, If It Isn't The Consequences Of My Own Actions - Chris and Andre talk about consequences when kids break the rules and how each of them likes to handle things.
(00:40:21) Parenting A Small Version Of Yourself + Your Ex - The guys both have experience raising kids after a divorce and they discuss the difficulties that can bring and Andre shares what it took for him to overcome that.
(00:45:46) Parenting Is Hard Enough, Stop Making It Harder - Andre takes issue with the way some parents go about things and explains why they are ultimately just making things more difficult for themselves.
(00:59:46) How Parenting Saved Andre's Life - Andre shares how he feels parenting made the difference between him living to see 21 or not.
(01:06:24) Balancing Parenting and Work - The guys talk about how important it is to find a job that gives you the flexbility you need to be home and that allows you to be happy so you aren't making your family miserable when you are home.

Share your opinions with us at comments@chrisandandreshow.com, or on our social media channels:

Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube Channel!

And visit https://chrisandandreshow.com for more content!

]]> (00:00:00) Parenting Is A Lost Art - Chris explains some of the problems he's been facing lately, Andre shares why he feels that most parents have not figured out how to actually parent their kids.
(00:09:03) The Struggle Is Real - The guys discuss how honest they are with their kids and much of their own personal struggles they share.
(00:20:28) Well, Well, Well, If It Isn't The Consequences Of My Own Actions - Chris and Andre talk about consequences when kids break the rules and how each of them likes to handle things.
(00:40:21) Parenting A Small Version Of Yourself + Your Ex - The guys both have experience raising kids after a divorce and they discuss the difficulties that can bring and Andre shares what it took for him to overcome that.
(00:45:46) Parenting Is Hard Enough, Stop Making It Harder - Andre takes issue with the way some parents go about things and explains why they are ultimately just making things more difficult for themselves.
(00:59:46) How Parenting Saved Andre's Life - Andre shares how he feels parenting made the difference between him living to see 21 or not.
(01:06:24) Balancing Parenting and Work - The guys talk about how important it is to find a job that gives you the flexbility you need to be home and that allows you to be happy so you aren't making your family miserable when you are home.

Share your opinions with us at comments@chrisandandreshow.com, or on our social media channels:

Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube Channel!

And visit https://chrisandandreshow.com for more content!

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