Scratch That: Parenting & ReParenting Off Script
Rebekah Taussig & Caitlin MetzScratch That is a weekly podcast with queer illustrator Caitlin Metz and disabled storyteller Rebekah Taussig, two friends trying to figure out how to be parents and people at the same time. Caitlin and Rebekah delve into heartfelt, honest conversations with caregivers who are going off script, starting from scratch, and building alternate paths. Join our community on Patreon!
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 57 | Founded | a year ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | RelationshipsParentingKids & FamilySociety & Culture | |||
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Is seeing yourself through the eyes of others your default setting? Are you highly attuned to the ways you're perceived? Same, baby. Same! In this episode, Caitlin tells us about the practice of self-portraiture as a tool for generating self-reflecti... more
It's true! Can you believe it? We've been sending these conversations out into the world and through your speakers for a year now! Today we take a beat to reflect on the experience, pulling out steady threads and big-takeaways. We play a few clips th... more
Kate Bingaman Burt is so many things – illustrator, educator, parent, head of the Graphic Design program at Portland State University, and founder of the coolest risograph printing press and studio, Outlet PDX. She's also been drawing every day since... more
Do you ever feel like you're doing it wrong? Like everyone else has it figured out, and you're the only one flailing? Today we open the can of worms that wriggle around when we compare ourselves to the ones around us. Why are we so good at noticing o... more
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Scratch That delves into the nitty gritty of parenting, all the feels and a deep exploration of how we can be present and conscious of our parenting choices. Exploring their own childhoods and current journeys of parenting, Rebekah and Caitlin discuss openly and with a keen rawness the challenges they encounter, inviting us to question our own lives alongside theirs. Inclusivity and alternative scripts are a balm and I welcome this podcast each week, like being greeted by old friends. Give it a ... more
Apple Podcasts5TaraAlis
United Kingdom8 months ago - The best!
We need to constantly hear how folks with disabilities are valuable to counteract all the ableism we internalize. People with disability bring wonderful things to the world and are not a burden. Thank you!
Apple Podcasts5Firefly614
United States10 months ago - A million stars
This podcast is such a gift. Thank you.
Apple Podcasts5**AY**
Canada10 months ago - Emma’s Episode
I am a longtime fan of Caitlin’s work because it often shows things I’ve felt but never said out loud. I just finished gently weeping through this episode — discussion with Emma on infertility and miscarriage. It revealed a lot to me and also reflected a lot of me. I’ve carried shame around my own miscarriage and only bring it out of hiding to help someone else feel less bad. 10 years later, we still aren’t talking about this enough. I really encourage every human to listen, particularly if you’... more
Apple Podcasts5Ruby was already takenUnited Statesa year ago - A conversation with some friends
I am always delighted to see a new episode from Caitlin & Rebecca. It’s like having two good friends in the car (or room) with you talking through parenting with no judgement or assumptions.
Apple Podcasts5MskellybrooksUnited Statesa year ago
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Apple Podcasts | #81 |  Finland/Kids & Family/Parenting |
Apple Podcasts | #85 |  Spain/Kids & Family/Parenting |
Apple Podcasts | #132 |  Philippines/Kids & Family/Parenting |
Apple Podcasts | #217 | Finland/Kids & Family |
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The content is characterized by candid discussions around parenting, personal struggles, and societal norms, particularly focusing on experiences from the perspective of queer and disabled individuals. The hosts engage in heartfelt conversations about the complexities of parenthood, tackling themes like mental health, vulnerability, and inclusive parenting practices. By inviting diverse voices, the episodes often explore the challenges of adhering to traditional parenting expectations, offering listeners a community of support and understanding as they navigate their own journeys. The podcast stands out for its emphasis on authenticity, self-reflection, and the importance of sharing alternative narratives in parenting, encouraging listeners... more
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