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When The Kids Go Down

When The Kids Go Down is a personal journal podcast hosted by Ari Thomas. Airing weekly, every Thursday, it’s a blend of introspective reflections, book discussions, and good-chaotic energy. Listeners can expect episodes that delve into topics like shadow work, chatty weekly reports, and literary analyses. Ari"s approach is a candid and conversational tone, providing a comforting space for those interested in mental wellness and literature.

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50:42

Books for Native American Heritage Month

When The Kids Go Down ·

2025/11/06

Exploring Books by Native American Authors for Native American Heritage Month. Of course, a weekly yap session between us kicks the episode off. I hope I’ve inspired your November TBR. READ INDIGENOUS STORIES!

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57:29

Counting Down My Favorite Bob’s Burgers Halloween...

When The Kids Go Down ·

2025/10/30

We’re heading to Wonder Wharf for some spooky season fun! In this week’s episode, I’m counting down my favorite Bob’s Burgers Halloween episodes.Episode List

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53:46

Weekly Chat and Nonsensical Thoughts

When The Kids Go Down ·

2025/10/23

Grab a cozy fall drink, it’s weekly report time. Very casual and chatty episode this week to keep you company on your walk, commute, or long work shift. Love always!Lets Walk Around Stockholm

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38:57

My One Direction Wrapped

When The Kids Go Down ·

2025/10/16

Honoring Liam Payne by counting down my top 5 songs from each One Direction album, plus a quick recap of what I read last week. Love you all. Rest peacefully, dear Liam.

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37:59

Hispanic Heritage Month: The Hacienda by Isabel Cañas...

When The Kids Go Down ·

2025/10/09

This week I’m talking about The Hacienda by Isabel Cañas, a gothic, haunting read. My first pick on my Hispanic Heritage Month TBR plus a little weekly report.

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40:02

Hispanic Heritage Month Spooky TBR

When The Kids Go Down ·

2025/09/18

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, I’m sharing a spooky TBR stacked with Latinx authors bringing all the gothic chills, haunted houses, eerie folklore, and unsettling short stories.

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21:02

Minisode

When The Kids Go Down ·

2025/08/28

I'm sorry, fam, but this week was rough. We have a minisode today due to audio file issues and mom duty. Love ya! See you next week for a full episode. I'll make it extra special!

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42:45

Fall Party Ideas

When The Kids Go Down ·

2025/08/21

In this episode, I'm discussing my most recent read, Red Rabbit by Alex Grecian, in a brewing weekly report and discussing a few fall-themed parties for your hosting era. Very chatty episode as always. I hope you enjoyed catching up and got some good fall ideas for the upcoming season!

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31:13

Astro Cheat Sheet

When The Kids Go Down ·

2025/08/14

In this episode, I'm breaking down the very, very minimal you will need to look into your natal chart, as well as what I've read this past week. This is the basics of a natal chart understanding, so that you have an idea what to search for in your journey of self-discovery. Please reach out if you study astrology and would like to add more to the conversation! I would love to have you on!!

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34:56

Hair identity crisis

When The Kids Go Down ·

2025/08/07

This episode might give me some hangxiety. I delve into topics such as men's hobbies and hair identity crisis. A true audio diary dump. Consider this your VM dump from a friend who overcafinated and thinks she should start a podcast. Except she did.

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35:34

August Scarries

When The Kids Go Down ·

2025/07/31

A classic weekly catch-up episode. Chatty, chaotic, and very much in my seasonal feelings. Talking on August vibes, weird transitions, and the creeping sense of summer’s ending, but not quite yet being in spooky season.

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43:38

31!

When The Kids Go Down ·

2025/07/24

It’s my birthday and I’m a Leo, so sit DOWN! Honoring one year of being in my 30s. In this episode, I reflect on what my first year of my 30s has shown me, the intentions I set when I hit 30, and how they’ve played out. Plus, a little weekly catch-up at the top as always. Mercury's rent was due this retrograde. Buckle up.

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32:56

Casual conversation & home decor

When The Kids Go Down ·

2025/07/17

Keeping it casual in today's episode, like a voice note from an old friend. Talking home decor, relaxing vibes, and a little on Human Design environments. No structure whatsoever, just whatever came up while I was speaking.Human Design app link: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/align-the-human-design-app/id1577739358

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44:27

40 of 80 Books Read

When The Kids Go Down ·

2025/07/10

Starting off with a weekly report, then diving into a mid-year book, wrapped 40 down, 40 to go. I’m sharing my favorite and least favorite reads from each month thus far,

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42:09

Summer Reading with a Mild 2025 Check-In

When The Kids Go Down ·

2025/07/03

In this episode, I’ll be sharing what I read in June, a glimpse of what July has in store, and then a brief check-in with my 2025 vision board. Casual. I don't know why I wrote this like a dinner menu, but Bon Appétit!

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27:10

5 Rules for Optimal Summer Happiness

When The Kids Go Down ·

2025/06/26

This week I’m recapping my three most recent reads, Caught Up by Navessa Allen, My Friends by Fredrik Backman, and Artificial Condition: The Murderbot Diaries #2 by Martha Wells. I will also be sharing the five summer rules I made up on the spot to optimize your happiness in the relentless summer heat.

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29:07

Spring Intentions Check-In

When The Kids Go Down ·

2025/06/19

In this episode, I revisit the intentions I set at the start of the season and reflect on what actually happened. Some goals bloomed beautifully, others… not so much.

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38:22

How to Check In With Yourself + Weekly Report

When The Kids Go Down ·

2025/06/05

In this episode, I walk through a gentle way to check in with yourself—a soft mental reset before the spiral hits. I also share my weekly report and what I’ve been reading lately, including a few thoughts on beautiful writing à la Sally Rooney. Lightly introspective, slightly chaotic, always honest.

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25:01

What Your Favorite Animal, Color, and Happy Place Say...

When The Kids Go Down ·

2025/05/29

This week I’m playing a fun little psychology game that’s weirdly accurate — all about animals, colors, and your happy place. Plus, I’m chatting about the upcoming releases from B.K. Borison and Byrne Weaver I can’t wait to read!

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53:45

The Readers Guide to the Galaxy

When The Kids Go Down ·

2025/05/22

Charting the twists and turns of my reading life—what’s changed, what’s stayed. Weekly reports on what I'm reading, and how it’s manifesting.

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