Mom and Dad Are Fighting Bonus: How to Be a Family Edition
A very special bonus episode about Dan’s journey around the world and his new book.

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Episode Notes
On this special midweek bonus episode, Dan shares the first chapter of the audiobook of How to Be a Family. Plus, Dan is joined by retired MADAF all-stars Allison and Gabe to talk about the trip around the world, the lessons Dan and his family learned, and all the fails along the way.
Recommendations:
Dan recommends three things to survive an adventure with your kids:
1. A deck of cards
2. Waterproof raincoats for everyone
3. A points or airline miles credit card
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Podcast produced by June Thomas.
How to Be a Family
By Dan Kois. Read by the author (and his family).