This week on StoryDads, Michael and Eric are joined by special guest Katie Barkley to explore Brave — Pixar’s emotionally rich story about mothers, daughters, freedom, responsibility, and reconciliation. Together, they unpack the tension between chaos and order represented by Merida and Queen Elinor, the symbolism behind Mordu and the fractured kingdom, and why Brave becomes an entirely different experience once you become a parent. The conversation dives into family systems, generational healing, feminine identity, maturity, conflict, and the challenge of truly listening to the people we love most. It’s one of the most personal and heartfelt StoryDads conversations yet.
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