The Actuary and The Lactivist
The Actuary and The Lactivist
Krista Fuerst
Join us in our discussions on parenting, marriage and life. Over a decade of marriage and four children later we still find fun, weird and interesting things to talk about.
Virgin River S1 E2 “Lost”
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.
Dec 17, 2020
41 min
Virgin River S1 E1 “Carry On”
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.
Dec 7, 2020
48 min
10 Years of Parenthood
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”
Dec 2, 2020
27 min
Election Day
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!
Nov 3, 2020
12 min
Let’s Talk About Sex
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?
Oct 13, 2020
42 min
Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month (PAIL)
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.
Oct 2, 2020
1 hr
No Justice No Peace
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.
Sep 23, 2020
8 min
Self Care
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.
Sep 23, 2020
50 min
Kids and Media; What’s Appropriate?
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.
Sep 18, 2020
40 min
Virtual Schooling and Introductions
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.
Sep 15, 2020
43 min
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