ItsAFamilyAffair https://ItsAFamilyAffairHopeAnthony.podbean.com It’s a Family Affair with Hope Anthony is a podcast centered on honest conversations about family—how we build it, nurture it, heal it, and grow together.

Inspired by the book It’s a Family Affair, this podcast invites listeners to pull up a chair and talk about real family life—from parenting and relationships to generational dynamics, communication, and everyday challenges.

This is a space for reflection, connection, and growth—welcoming all families, all stories, and all journeys.

]]> Tue, 26 May 2026 22:12:05 -0400 https://podbean.com/?v=5.5 en Copyright 2026 All rights reserved. Society & Culture 1440 episodic It’s A Family Affair Show is a storytelling podcast hosted by Karen Reaves, centered on family, shared experiences, and the moments passed down that shape our lives. Each episode invites listeners to reflect, connect, and remember—one story at a time. Karen Reaves (Hope Anthony) Karen Reaves (Hope Anthony) No false https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/21870788/It_s_A_Family_Affair_podcast_cover6h6c0.png ItsAFamilyAffair https://ItsAFamilyAffairHopeAnthony.podbean.com 144 144 Episode 6: I Lost Baby Episode 6: I Lost Baby https://ItsAFamilyAffairHopeAnthony.podbean.com/e/i-lost-baby/ https://ItsAFamilyAffairHopeAnthony.podbean.com/e/i-lost-baby/#comments Tue, 26 May 2026 22:12:05 -0400 ItsAFamilyAffairHopeAnthony.podbean.com/96adda5b-63cc-358f-b048-bd924b3ee1b5 Thought my car was stolen… turns out I just forgot where I parked it. 😂 Listen as I share my “senior moment” and laugh at myself a little!  Also, I introduce Jo-Jo.

]]> Thought my car was stolen… turns out I just forgot where I parked it. 😂 Listen as I share my “senior moment” and laugh at myself a little!  Also, I introduce Jo-Jo.

]]> This episode is dedicated to everybody who has ever panicked before realizing the problem was YOU. 🚗😂 Ever lose your car… but not really? Let’s talk about memory lapses, panic, and laughing at ourselves. 😂🎙️ One minute I was ready to call the police… the next minute I found my car exactly where I left it. 😩😂 Tune in! Today’s lesson: before you panic, retrace your steps. 😂 New episode available now on It’s A Family Affair Show. This episode is dedicated to everybody who has ever panicked before realizing the problem was YOU. 🚗😂 Ever lose your car… but not really? Let’s talk about memory lapses, panic, and laughing at ourselves. 😂🎙️ One minute I was ready to call the police… the next minute I found my car exactly where I left it. 😩😂 Karen Reaves (Hope Anthony) false No 477 1 6 full Episode 5: Unwanted Guest Episode 5: Unwanted Guest https://ItsAFamilyAffairHopeAnthony.podbean.com/e/episode-5-unwanted-guest/ https://ItsAFamilyAffairHopeAnthony.podbean.com/e/episode-5-unwanted-guest/#comments Mon, 16 Feb 2026 17:49:37 -0500 ItsAFamilyAffairHopeAnthony.podbean.com/b563b2f2-7e6a-349c-b4b5-5fa0dc0ca61a Sometimes family stories are heartwarming… sometimes they’re unforgettable… and sometimes they are just plain funny.

In this short freestyle episode, Karen shares a hilarious real-life moment involving an unexpected and very unwanted guest. What started as an ordinary situation quickly turned into a memory filled with surprise, laughter, and the kind of reaction only family can understand — yes, there may have even been a full conniption involved!

]]> Sometimes family stories are heartwarming… sometimes they’re unforgettable… and sometimes they are just plain funny.

In this short freestyle episode, Karen shares a hilarious real-life moment involving an unexpected and very unwanted guest. What started as an ordinary situation quickly turned into a memory filled with surprise, laughter, and the kind of reaction only family can understand — yes, there may have even been a full conniption involved!

]]> This episode is a reminder that even the most inconvenient moments can become the stories we laugh about for years to come. So sit back, smile, and maybe think about an “unwanted guest” story from your own family. Karen Reaves (Hope Anthony) false No 420 1 5 full Episode 4- Back in the Day Episode 4- Back in the Day https://ItsAFamilyAffairHopeAnthony.podbean.com/e/episode-4-back-in-the-day/ https://ItsAFamilyAffairHopeAnthony.podbean.com/e/episode-4-back-in-the-day/#comments Sat, 24 Jan 2026 18:49:00 -0500 ItsAFamilyAffairHopeAnthony.podbean.com/887af9b8-df3a-3527-b2e7-d4aa901ac6f5 Back in the Day reflects on growing up in a community where shared routines, unspoken rules, and everyday moments helped shape who we became. A nostalgic look at coming of age and the power of community.

]]> Back in the Day reflects on growing up in a community where shared routines, unspoken rules, and everyday moments helped shape who we became. A nostalgic look at coming of age and the power of community.

]]> In this episode of It’s A Family Affair, Karen takes a walk back in time to reflect on growing up in a community where unspoken rules, shared sounds, neighborhood games, and collective responsibility shaped everyday life. From coming-of-age moments to memories we didn’t realize mattered at the time, Back in the Day is a reminder of how community quietly helped raise us. Karen Reaves (Hope Anthony) false No 458 1 4 full Episode 3- African American Funerals Episode 3- African American Funerals https://ItsAFamilyAffairHopeAnthony.podbean.com/e/episode-3-african-american-funerals/ https://ItsAFamilyAffairHopeAnthony.podbean.com/e/episode-3-african-american-funerals/#comments Sun, 18 Jan 2026 19:51:37 -0500 ItsAFamilyAffairHopeAnthony.podbean.com/266547af-a79c-3f34-8fe9-35ae06236d35 In this episode of It’s A Family Affair Show, Karen revisits a funeral moment that revealed how differently people grieve. What unfolded challenged tradition, order, and expectations, offering a powerful reflection on family, love, and loss.

]]> In this episode of It’s A Family Affair Show, Karen revisits a funeral moment that revealed how differently people grieve. What unfolded challenged tradition, order, and expectations, offering a powerful reflection on family, love, and loss.

]]> In this episode, I revisit a funeral that left a lasting impression on me—not because of the service itself, but because of the very human moments that unfolded around it. What was meant to be orderly and traditional slowly became a reflection of grief, love, restraint, and emotional release. Karen Reaves (Hope Anthony) false No 421 1 3 full Episode 2: The Traditions and Superstitions We Grew Up Believing Episode 2: The Traditions and Superstitions We Grew Up Believing https://ItsAFamilyAffairHopeAnthony.podbean.com/e/the-traditions-and-superstitions-we-grew-up-believing/ https://ItsAFamilyAffairHopeAnthony.podbean.com/e/the-traditions-and-superstitions-we-grew-up-believing/#comments Sun, 11 Jan 2026 18:10:25 -0500 ItsAFamilyAffairHopeAnthony.podbean.com/a99afe42-75d8-3dfa-887d-6da2720d2f85 It’s A Family Affair Show is a storytelling podcast hosted by Karen Reaves (Hope Anthony), centered on family, shared experiences, and the moments passed down that shape our lives. Each episode invites listeners to reflect, connect, and remember—one story at a time.

 ]]> It’s A Family Affair Show is a storytelling podcast hosted by Karen Reaves (Hope Anthony), centered on family, shared experiences, and the moments passed down that shape our lives. Each episode invites listeners to reflect, connect, and remember—one story at a time.

 ]]> In This Episode: Family traditions that were non-negotiable. Superstitions we grew up believing (and still don’t test). The role elders played in passing down wisdom. Why these traditions weren’t about fear—but about care. How shared family stories keep us connected. Hope Anthony (Karen Reaves) false No 460 1 2 full Episode 1: Pull Up A Chair Episode 1: Pull Up A Chair https://ItsAFamilyAffairHopeAnthony.podbean.com/e/episode-1-pull-up-a-chair/ https://ItsAFamilyAffairHopeAnthony.podbean.com/e/episode-1-pull-up-a-chair/#comments Sat, 10 Jan 2026 21:50:07 -0500 ItsAFamilyAffairHopeAnthony.podbean.com/7a7b6122-bb1a-3443-8c19-c56d39024eae Welcome to It’s A Family Affair Show.

In this first episode, host Karen Reaves (Hope Anthony) invites you to pull up a chair and join the conversation. Inspired by her book It’s A Family Affair, this episode sets the tone for what this podcast is all about—real family stories, shared experiences, laughter, reflection, and the moments that remind us we’re not alone.

This is not a space for perfection or heavy analysis. It’s a place for everyday conversations that feel familiar—like sitting around the kitchen table, riding in the car, or talking at a family cookout.

If you’ve ever laughed at a family memory, shaken your head at a shared experience, or said, “That sounds just like my family,” this show is for you.

Pull up a chair. You’re family here.

Disclaimer

This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered legal, medical, mental health, tax, or professional advice. Always consult a licensed professional for guidance related to your specific situation.

]]> Welcome to It’s A Family Affair Show.

In this first episode, host Karen Reaves (Hope Anthony) invites you to pull up a chair and join the conversation. Inspired by her book It’s A Family Affair, this episode sets the tone for what this podcast is all about—real family stories, shared experiences, laughter, reflection, and the moments that remind us we’re not alone.

This is not a space for perfection or heavy analysis. It’s a place for everyday conversations that feel familiar—like sitting around the kitchen table, riding in the car, or talking at a family cookout.

If you’ve ever laughed at a family memory, shaken your head at a shared experience, or said, “That sounds just like my family,” this show is for you.

Pull up a chair. You’re family here.

Disclaimer

This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered legal, medical, mental health, tax, or professional advice. Always consult a licensed professional for guidance related to your specific situation.

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