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The Whinypaluza Podcast

Episode 474: The College Drop Off

Aug 27, 2025 · 25m

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Dropping a child off at college is more than a logistical milestone—it’s an emotional transformation for the entire family. In this heartfelt episode, Rebecca Greene shares the raw, real experience of taking her son Max to Cornell and entering a brand-new chapter of parenting. In this special Whinypaluza Wednesday episode, Rebecca is joined by her daughter, Ella, and husband, Seth, as they reflect on the recent drop-off of Max, their oldest child, at college. The family dives into everything from the packing chaos to the emotional rollercoaster that follows. Ella shares her sibling perspective and what it felt like to become the oldest child at home. Seth adds humor and grounded insights,…