The Longest Shortest Time

Apr 16 2025 228 ep. 36 mins 1.1k
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Stories about the surprises and absurdities of raising other humans—and being raised by them. But you don’t need to be a parent to listen. Created and hosted by Hillary Frank.

The Longest Shortest Time is back after a 5-year hiatus! New episodes drop every other Wednesday. Join LST+ for community, ad-free listening, and access to You Know What, our premium show featuring college students speaking candidly about sex, dating, and relationships.

If you’re new to the show or want to get reacquainted, check out some of our classic episodes:

• #27 Rewriting Your Birth Story

• #88 W. Kamau Bell Asks His Mom About Sex

The Accidental Gay Parents Series (#60, #62, #80, #81, #125, #211)

• #79 Terry Gross on Not Having Kids

It's a Real Mother: A Series About Workplace Discrimination (#141, #142, #143, #145)