The Fight to Make the Economy Work for Families with Sondra Goldschein

Caregiving is essential. So why does it feel so impossible to afford?

In this episode, we’re joined by Sondra Goldschein, Executive Director of the Campaign for a Family Friendly Economy, for a conversation that blends personal experience with the bigger picture of caregiving policy in the U.S.

We dive into childcare costs, paid family leave, and why the U.S. still doesn’t have a guaranteed federal policy in place. In our “Make It Make Sense” spirit, we unpack how policy, economics, and everyday life collide for families trying to balance it all.

We explore the rising cost of childcare often comparable to major household expenses and the challenges behind it, from childcare deserts to workforce dynamics. Sondra also shares her own experiences with caregiving, offering a personal lens on issues many families are navigating today.

What will it take to move these conversations forward both in everyday life and at the policy level and make caregiving a bigger part of the national conversation?

New York Times Article: https://www.nytimes.com/video/us/100000010708448/vermont-affordable-childcare-act-76.html?smid=url-share

Family Friendly Economy: https://familyfriendlyeconomy.org/

(0:00) - Intro

(0:41) - Weekly life updates

(3:16) - Pop culture: Oscars & new TV shows

(6:02) - Costco offering affordable fertility treatments

(7:52) - Kristi Noem fired / New DHS pick

(10:55) - Texas Rep. Tony Gonzales scandal

(14:15) - Pardon My Reaction clips

(19:42) - Women's History Month: Dr. Rebecca Lee Crumpler

(22:58) - Guest: Sandra Goldin on the family economy crisis

(44:30) - DGAF segment: Unfiltered mom talk

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Tanya Nathan is a political campaign and communications strategist with over a decade of experience in progressive campaigns and advocacy. Currently a Principal at a nationally-based grasstops consulting firm, she's a Denver native living with her year old daughter, husband, and their rescue pets. Her hobbies include crosswords, mezcal tasting, and trying to find people to talk to about Traitors.

Sarah Andrews is a political strategist living in rural Colorado with her husband and two young kids. When she's not managing campaigns or chasing toddlers, she's passionate about women's rights, childcare policy, and creating space for honest political conversations that don't end in shouting matches.

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