First Off! w/ Sadhana and Joseph Vivens

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First Off is a family and parenting podcast about finding joy while navigating marriage and raising children. Hosted by Sadhana and Joseph Vivens, the show explores modern parenting, relationships, and family life. Each episode features a Parenting Score, weekly highlights, and Screen Time, where we discuss films and TV. Real conversations. Real family. Real joy. Built on love, growth, and connection. Learn more: www.AreYouAFanYet.com

  1. 2d ago

    EP. 507 (PART 1) - Black Wall Street, Screen Time & a BIG Announcement

    IT'S A TWO PART EPISODE!!!! This week on First OFF, Joseph takes us to Tulsa, Oklahoma, where his trip to the Greenwood Film Festival also gave him an opportunity to visit the historic Greenwood District—Black Wall Street. He talks about the experience of walking through a place with such an important history of Black entrepreneurship, resilience, tragedy, and rebuilding, and what it meant to finally experience Greenwood in person. Then it's time for Screen Time! 📺🍿 Where Sadhana shares her thoughts on A Different World and Lanterns. We discuss: what worked for us, and what gave us something to talk about. PLUS—we have a big announcement for our fellow writers and creators! ✍🏾🎭 Joseph, Sadhana has developed a workshop called ON & OFF THE PAGE, together with DC Stage Society they are bringing you an interactive workshop joining writers and actors to explore what happens when the words you've written leave the page and enter the hands of a performer. 📅 November 7⏰ 9:00 AM🎟️ Register at DCStageSociety.com If you're a screenwriter, playwright, storyteller, or actor interested in strengthening the connection between writing and performance, we'd love to see you there! ▶️ Watch, LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and join the conversation in the comments. #FirstOffPodcast #BlackWallStreet #GreenwoodDistrict #TulsaOklahoma #ADifferentWorld #Lanterns #Screenwriting #WritingWorkshop #OnAndOffThePage #DCWriters #Screenwriters #Playwrights #Actors #WritingCommunity #JosephVivens

  2. Sep 7

    Ep. 506 - Houston Horror Film Festival, New Orleans & Family Adventures

    🎙️ The kids are back for another First OFF Junior—and this time we're talking Houston, New Orleans, movies, food, and family! In First OFF Podcast Season 5, Episode 6, Joseph, Sadhana, and the kids sit down to relive our family adventures through Houston, Texas, and New Orleans, Louisiana. Our trip started in Houston, where we attended the Houston Horror Film Festival as part of the continuing festival journey for S.O.S.. Then it was on to New Orleans, where we explored the colorful and interactive world of JAMNOLA, took in the city, and—of course—ATE. 😂🍽️ And when we say we ate some amazing New Orleans food, Joseph has the extra pounds to prove it. 😂 But between the film festival, attractions, sightseeing, and all that food, our favorite part of the trip was something much simpler: being together. ❤️ With the kids growing up so quickly, these family trips give us a chance to get away from our normal routines, explore new places, laugh at each other, try new things, and create memories together. You can hear just how much we genuinely enjoy one another throughout this episode—and that's what First OFF Junior is really about. Expect plenty of laughs, the kids' perspectives on the trip, a little family chaos, and lots of love. If you enjoy podcasts about family travel, parenting, traveling with kids, Houston, New Orleans, food, movies, marriage, and creating quality family time, come along for the ride. ▶️ WATCH THE FULL EPISODE, hit LIKE, and SUBSCRIBE to the FirstOffPodcast YouTube channel @FirstOff-AYAFY for more First OFF! 🎧 You can also listen to First OFF with Sadhana and Joseph on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. 🌐 Follow everything we're creating at AreYouAFanYet.com📲 Follow @FirstOffPodcast on Instagram for clips, new episodes, and more from the family. 💬 QUESTION FOR YOU: What's one family vacation or experience that your kids still talk about? Tell us in the comments!

  3. Aug 24

    Ep. 505 - 10 Marital Revelations (Mildly NSFW)

    18 years of marriage. A whole lot of life. And at least 10 things we've figured out along the way. 😂❤️ In Season 5, Episode 5 of First Off, Joseph and Sadhana celebrate 18 years of marriage by looking back at the lessons, surprises, challenges, and revelations that come from building a life together. We share our 10 Marriage Revelations— the things nearly two decades together have taught us about communication, friendship, compromise, parenting, expectations, growing individually while growing together, and what it really takes to make a marriage work. And because this is First Off, don't expect a marriage seminar. 😂 There's plenty of laughter, love, disagreement, honesty, and the kind of conversation that can only happen after 18 years of knowing somebody REALLY well. Whether you've been married for 18 years, 18 months, are dating, or simply enjoy honest conversations about relationships and family life, we hope there's something in this episode that makes you laugh, think ... and maybe start a conversation of your own. 🎧 Listen to First Off on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and on YouTube. 🌐 Keep up with the podcast, and everything we're creating at AreYouAFanYet.com. 📲 Follow @FirstOffPodcast on Instagram for clips, conversations, and new episodes. ❤️ What's one thing marriage or a long-term relationship has taught YOU? Drop your revelation in the comments.

  4. Aug 3

    Ep. 504 - On the road ... again.

    It's another airport episode! This time, Joseph is on his way to Atlanta, and the drive sparks another candid conversation about family, life, and everything in between. In this episode, we reflect on the inspiring charitable organizations we've recently encountered, including the incredible work of ElevateMed and the fundraising event we attended. We discuss why supporting organizations that invest in people and communities matters and how giving back can have a lasting impact. For Screen Time, Sadhana shares her thoughts on Widows Bay, discussing the series, its storytelling, and what stood out to her after watching it. As always, First OFF is an honest conversation about marriage, parenting, pop culture, television, travel, and the moments that shape our lives—whether we're at home or on the road. If you enjoy authentic conversations about family life, relationships, entertainment, and personal growth, you'll feel right at home with us. Don't forget to subscribe, follow, rate, and share the podcast—it helps us reach more families and continue these meaningful conversations. #FirstOffPodcast #FamilyPodcast #Parenting #Marriage #ElevateMed #WidowsBay #TVReviews #ScreenTime #Travel #Podcast #SpotifyPodcasts #ApplePodcasts #YouTubePodcasts #VivensMedia #JosephVivens #SadhanaVivens

  5. Jul 20

    Ep. 503 - Parenting Through Distance, Family Travel & Diarra from Detroit

    What happens when parenting continues... even from thousands of miles away? In this special episode of First OFF, Joseph drives Sadhana to the airport, and what begins as a routine trip becomes an honest conversation about traveling away from the family, the emotions that come with being apart, and the responsibility parents feel even when they're miles from home. Together, they discuss the fears every parent wrestles with when leaving their children, how kids process those temporary separations, and the importance of maintaining connection, trust, and reassurance. Later, Joseph shares his thoughts on the first season of Diarra from Detroit, breaking down what made the hit series so compelling— from its unique storytelling and memorable characters to the themes that kept him watching until the very end. If you enjoy conversations about marriage, parenting, family life, travel, television, and pop culture, this episode is for you. Be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share the episode with someone who loves authentic family conversations. Follow us on instagram - @FirstOffPodcast Visit: AreYouAFanYet.com

  6. Jul 13

    Ep. 502 - From Detroit to Widow's Bay

    This week on First OFF, we're back with another fun, thoughtful, and wide-ranging family conversation. For Screen Time, we discuss the hit series Diarra from Detroit on Paramount+ and Widows Bay on Apple TV+, sharing what stood out to us and why they're worth watching. We also continue our ongoing debate about what it really means to be an introvert—is it about solitude, energy, personality, or something else entirely? As parents, we take a moment to celebrate two major milestones as our children finish elementary school and middle school, reflecting on how quickly time passes and what lies ahead. Plus, we pay tribute to the legendary Rob Base, share plenty of laughs, and explore the everyday conversations that make family life so memorable. If you enjoy podcasts about parenting, marriage, pop culture, television, movies, family life, and meaningful conversations—with a healthy dose of humor—this episode is for you. 🎧 Listen now and join the conversation! Visit: areyouafanyet.com Follow us on Social Media: @firstoffpodcast See Joseph's film, S.O.S., here: https: //whereisevan.co/invite

  7. Jun 8

    Ep. 501 - Season 5 Premiere | Family, Mental Health, Movies & Memories

    Season 5 of First OFF is here, and we're kicking things off with a fun, silly, and surprisingly insightful episode featuring some very special guests — our kids! This week, we share our Parenting Score, discuss what we're watching during Screen Time, and dive into conversations about estate planning, home-going wishes, and what each of us plans to do this week to support our mental health. Along the way, we talk about In Living Color, Family Guy, The Amazing World of Gumball, Spider-Noir, our appreciation for Nicolas Cage, Tim Burton films, Edward Scissorhands, Sadhana's wish for an iMarkkeyz memorial video, and Joseph's longtime love for the R&B group Shai. It's a heartfelt, hilarious, and wide-ranging family conversation about life, pop culture, parenting, and the moments that bring us together. 🎧 Listen now and join us for the start of Season 5. 🔗 Connect: First Off on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstoffpodcast/ Joseph on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/josephvivens/ Sadhana on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sadhana_jackson_vivens/ https://areyouafanyet.com

  8. Apr 27

    Ep. 413 - Emotional Intelligence, Parenting Through Disappointment & Finding Joy

    In this episode of First Off, we dive into one of the most important parts of parenting—how we respond when our kids feel like they’ve disappointed us. We explore ways to nurture emotional intelligence, build trust, and create a safe space where our children feel supported, not defined by mistakes. We also share what we’re currently reading, highlighting books that are shaping our mindset as parents and partners. And as always, we come back to our core—finding joy in the everyday moments, even when parenting feels challenging. This episode is full of honest conversation, practical insight, and heartfelt reflection for parents navigating real-life family dynamics. 🎧 Tune in for real talk on parenting, emotional growth, and choosing joy. 🔗 Connect: First Off on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstoffpodcast/Joseph on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/josephvivens/Sadhana on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sadhana_jackson_vivens/Website: https://areyouafanyet.com

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First Off is a family and parenting podcast about finding joy while navigating marriage and raising children. Hosted by Sadhana and Joseph Vivens, the show explores modern parenting, relationships, and family life. Each episode features a Parenting Score, weekly highlights, and Screen Time, where we discuss films and TV. Real conversations. Real family. Real joy. Built on love, growth, and connection. Learn more: www.AreYouAFanYet.com

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