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The Longest Shortest Time

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Stories about the surprises and absurdities of raising other humans—and being raised by them. But you don’t need to be a parent to listen. Created and hosted by Hillary Frank. The Longest Shortest Time is back after a 5-year hiatus! New episodes drop every other Wednesday. Join LST+ for community, ad-free listening, and access to You Know What, our premium show featuring college students speaking ... more

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Latest Episodes

The "accidental gay parents" return. This time with John's side of the story.

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Maia Molina-Schaefer is a boxing champ and combat veteran. But nothing has exhausted her like raising a kid. Today she shares her remarkable story of making history in the military… and pumping in a closet like any working mom.

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One weekend Trystan and his boyfriend were clubbing in Vegas; the next they were steeped in diapers and Legos. The story of how two twenty-somethings became parents.

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As the daughter of an OBGYN, Danielle Bezalel learned all about vaginas — but pleasure wasn’t part of the conversation. Now she’s on a mission to help people prioritize pleasure. Today, she shares the incident that motivated her to become a sex educa... more

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Recent Guests

Maia Molina-Schaefer
A trailblazer as the first woman to box in the Naval Academy's Brigade Boxing Championships and a military mom.
Episode: There's No Bell in Motherhood
Danielle Bezalel
Sex educator with a master's in public health and host of the podcast Sex Ed with DB
Sex Ed with DB
Episode: Birth Control Troubles and Vibrator Triumphs
Zaraia Fabunmi
A young sex educator and doula sharing her insights on sexual education and advocacy.
Episode: Actually, Sir, That's Not How You Put on a Condom
Kristen Meinzer
A pop culture critic and host of various podcasts, including The Nightly.
Episode: TV to Spark Conversations with Adolescent Kids
Darlene Martinez
Single mom and military veteran who shares her parenting challenges in the military.
Episode: LST FAVES: Behind Family Lines
Jean Hannah Edelstein
Author and speaker discussing her experiences with breasts and breast cancer.
Episode: Breasts
Shafia Zaloom
Sex educator and advisor on the Netflix series Big Mouth
Episode: Shafia Zaloom's Playful Approach to Sex Ed
Dr. Karen Tang
Board Certified OBGYN and minimally invasive gynecologic surgeon
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Episode: BONUS: You Might Also Like: "The Second Opinion with Dr. Sharon Malone"
Lisa Andersen
Associate professor of liberal arts and history at the Juilliard School
Juilliard School
Episode: LST FAVES: How to Make a Fella Feel Relaxed

Host

Hillary Frank
Creator and host passionate about storytelling and exploring the complexities of parenthood.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 5k ratings
  • The podcast that saved motherhood for me

    I found this gem of a podcast 8 years ago during the isolating time of raising my first newborn and it saved my sanity. Hilary is so relatable, a master storyteller, and I wish I every parent and human would listen to LST. Please keep making this wonderful podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MicheleLM2017
    United States2 months ago
  • Must listen!

    Highly recommend this parenting show if you’re looking for super honest conversations you can relate to! Must listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dianni faith
    United States5 months ago
  • Love it, but…

    I love this podcast and am glad it’s back, but I wish they would stop trying to shove the Oprah podcast into my feed. If I wanted to listen to that, I’d subscribe to it too.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    mxm1928
    United States6 months ago
  • She’s Back!!

    I am so happy that The Longest Shortest Time is back. Hillary isn't my IRL friend2 but listening to her is like talking to my brilliant friends! Thank you for coming back!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tripple F
    United States8 months ago
  • So glad!

    I am always late to the ‘party’…TWD & GOT not binged til pandemic…didn’t lock in to LST round 1 until you were multiple seasons in, but new to podcasts and in retrospect, dealing with terrible post partum, this show saved my life and carried me thru the toughest 5 years with 2 toddlers and LIFE…by the time you left the first time, I was stronger, more capable…I never did say, Thank you!

    And now, to stumble across your return with the Ashley Parker episode was so amazing!My college years drew me ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    linainburque
    United States8 months ago

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There's No Bell in Motherhood
Q: How do the two types of exhaustion compare?
Maia reflects that boxing exhaustion offers a clear end with breaks, while motherhood lacks breaks and demands continuous commitment, making it an entirely different challenge.
Birth Control Troubles and Vibrator Triumphs
Q: What are your thoughts on cycle tracking and the misconceptions around hormonal birth control?
Danielle advocates for educating about personal cycles and warns against misinformation spread by influencers without expertise.
Birth Control Troubles and Vibrator Triumphs
Q: What was sex ed in school like for you?
Danielle found it lacking; despite not receiving abstinence-only education, experiences like using poorly designed materials left her with negative impressions.
Birth Control Troubles and Vibrator Triumphs
Q: How did you decide to become a sex educator?
Danielle was influenced by her mom's career in women's health and had a transformative moment during her teaching in Israel that ignited her passion for sexual education.
Actually, Sir, That's Not How You Put on a Condom
Q: Tell me about how you educated your gym teacher.
Zaraia pointed out a key step in condom usage that her gym teacher missed while teaching the class.

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Content focuses on the multifaceted aspects of parenthood, human relationships, and the intersection of personal experiences with broader societal challenges. Through a blend of heartfelt stories and expert opinions, it covers a range of themes such as mental health, sexuality, body image, and the dynamics of family life. Unique in its approach, the show offers honest discussions about the absurdities of raising children, as well as the complexities of being raised, making it relatable for both parents and those without children. The recent resurgence after a five-year hiatus has reinvigorated discussions on timely topics such as workplace discrimination against mothers, the emotional toll of military parenthood, and innovative takes on sex... more

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2. Danielle Bezalel
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