ep.25 Mimi o Sumaseba

Going to the pool with my daughter has become a routine.

Dosukoi-san visits the pool with his daughter every week as a highlight of their schedule. You can catch a glimpse of his dedicated approach as a parent, from managing her health to supporting her through lessons. While cherishing their time together, his talk conveys both the struggles of fatherhood and his warm, watchful gaze over his child.

I was shocked by an unexpected remark heard at the pool.

In the middle of the episode, the topic turns to an incident by the poolside. Both hosts are left speechless by a comment made by a child nearby. The story captures the contrast between the child's innocence and the 'ojisan' perspective, delivered with a perfect sense of humor. Listen to the episode to hear their bewildered reaction to that surprising phrase.

Reflecting on the weight of words.

The hosts dive deep into the meaning behind the words children use and the environments that shape them, pondering whether the remark was serious or just a joke. They explore questions like how the child knew such a phrase and what they might have been thinking when they said it. It’s a compelling discussion that leads into even deeper topics—be sure to listen to the full episode to hear the rest.