{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/68b9f2c845004e42c9857c5b/69e9c8e917df632b853ad265?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Hobbies Are Back, Pets Are Everything, and Madonna Isn’t Done Yet","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/68b9f2c845004e42c9857c5b/1776929141387-2fe7fa4d-1127-4b35-bd97-7ecaca64f317.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>This week’s episode kicks off straight after a chaotic family get-together, where Arthur and Donal share the hilarious reality of decorating cakes with a 6-year-old and a 3½-year-old, and stumbling across Highland cows on a Sunday walk. Expect plenty of laughs and relatable parenting moments!</p><p>The conversation takes a nostalgic turn as Arthur reminisces about Armenian sewing while Donal dives into his love of Irish patchwork. It sparks a bigger discussion about the surprising revival of hobbies and why Gen Z is rediscovering crafts, creativity, and slow living after years of doomscrolling on social media.</p><p>Listeners have also been asking about Donal’s beloved dog Max after a string of frightening health scares, including one moment where Donal <em>almost ran him over with the car</em> (yes, really… you’ll have to listen to understand!) Donal shares how Max is doing now and explains why pets can be so powerful for children’s development, even encouraging Arthur to consider getting a family pet.</p><p>And of course, they couldn’t ignore the biggest pop culture moment of the week: Madonna’s comeback. From her appearance at Coachella to the excitement around her return to the stage, Arthur and Donal dive into the thrill of festival season and what Madonna’s comeback means for pop culture.&nbsp;</p><p>If you love pop culture, parenting stories, pets, hobbies, and honest chats about modern life, this episode feels like sitting down with friends to catch up on the latest news and gossip.</p><p><br></p><p>👉 Listen now, follow the podcast, and watch the full episode on YouTube so you never miss a moment!</p>","author_name":"Arthur and Donal"}