A lot of families love to "roast" or tease one another as a means of good-natured camaraderie. When done well (in the right circumstances, the right tone, and for the right reasons), this kind of humour can increase connection. However, when done wrong, it can be disastrous, particularly when children are involved, as they may not understand nuance and sarcasm and tend to internalise this style of humour.

Justin and Kylie discuss the role of humour within families, the importance of empathy, and an alternative to roasting and sarcasm that can lead to happier, healthier family relationships.

In this episode:

• ChatGPT “roast my Insta feed”

• Humour - the good, the bad, the ugly

• The roast of Tom Brady

• Sarcasm, trash-talking, 'burning', baiting

• Verbal sparring, quick thinking, witty banter
• 3 benefits of "roasting" within a family
• Building resilience, connection, confidence
• 3 challenges and concerns of using this humour 
• Building a culture of disrespect
• The art of laughing at your own mistakes
• Empathy

Related links:

• #1067 - A Brief History of Dad Jokes

• #1077 - From the Doctor's Desk: Funny Families & Relocation Repercussions

• Help your kids navigate the tricky online world where humour and hurt can get blurred

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