The Actuary and The Lactivist

In this episode Micah and Krista dive into episode 2 of season 1 of “Virgin River”, “Lost”. Where did the mystery baby come from? Who is calling Jack? Why is Hope the worst? And many other discussion points.

In this new season of the Actuary and the Lactivist Micah and Krista will be watching Virgin River. Join us as each episode we give you a plot synopsis, character breakdown and share our thoughts on this amazingly terrible show.

In this episode Micah and Krista commemorate their oldest child’s 10th birthday with a special episode. Plus a bonus round of “Parenting advice of an actuary”

In this mini episode Krista and Micah discuss upcoming Election Day and working the polls. It’s short, and we yell at each other in the middle. Because this election has been exhausting and we are ready to be done!

In this episode Micah and Krista talk about sex education. What is sex education and is it important? When should kids learn about sex? What are our cultures views on sex?

In this episode Micah and Krista get real about their own experiences with pregnancy and Infant loss. While they have two living children at home, there is much more to the story.

In this mini episode we hear from Krista on the recent news of the Breonna Taylor case. There will be swearing, and there will be tears.

In this episode Micah and Krista discuss self care. What is self care? Is it important? Is mental health part of self care? The concept of having an empty cup. Krista also describes bedtime with their youngest and Micah adds some Actuarial perspective.

In this episode Micah and Krista chat about kids and media. What’s appropriate and what’s not? How does their family approach topics such as curse words, nudity, sex, violence and just getting through terrible kids shows. Also the inevitability of their children eventually getting their own smart phones.

Join Micah and Krista as they discuss the life of two working parents through a global pandemic. Virtual schooling for our two children, shared dislike for bloody Mary’s and family life.