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00:00
Host Welcome and Conference Context
00:31
Introduction to Rees Darby and His Film Work
01:01
Rees Darby's Children's Book and Writing Process
01:34
Number of Children and Naming Confusion
02:07
Mirroring Behavior and Man-Spreading Discussion
03:10
Defensive Reaction to Man-Spreading Topic
03:41
Marriage Status and New Zealand Cultural Differences
04:12
New Zealand on Maps Campaign
04:43
Relationship Terminology and Family Structure in New Zealand
05:13
Contraception Practices and Societal Attitudes
05:44
Isolation, Individualism, and Cultural Identity
06:17
Geographic Isolation of New Zealand
06:48
Living in Los Angeles and Cultural Adaptation
07:23
Wanderlust, Career Path, and Moving Between Countries
07:53
Influence of British Comedy and Early Life in Michigan
08:23
Describing Overseas Experience in London
08:55
Traveling to the Middle East and Africa as a Comedian
09:26
Challenges of Moving to America and Green Card Process
10:27
Joining the New Zealand Army in 1991
11:00
Cadet Unit and Air Training Core Experience
11:32
Family Background and Sibling Relationships
13:03
Motivation to Join the Military from War Movies
13:35
Collecting Army Gear and Early Role Play
14:06
Realizing the Soldier is Not the Desired Path
15:06
Encouragement to Pursue Drama and University
16:41
Boss’s Birthday Offer and Unexpected Termination
17:12
University Comedy Beginnings and Solo Path
17:42
First Encounter with Flight of the Conchords in New Zealand
18:14
Edinburgh Fringe Collaboration and Global Exposure
18:44
HBO Debut and Creative Process Behind the Show
19:14
Production Demands and Musical Elements of the Series
19:45
Post-Show Opportunities, Green Card Acquisition, and Relocation Plans
20:17
Early Family Dynamics and Mother’s Influence
20:48
Fatherhood Approach and Playful Parenting Style
21:52
Discussion on Male Role Models and Emotional Connection with Children
22:23
Personal Reflections on Absent Father and Commitment to Parenting
23:26
Healing Through Understanding Childhood Impact on Adult Life
23:56
Long-Term Emotional Growth and Fatherhood as Core Identity
24:58
Discussing the Complexity of Raising Two Children
25:29
Evaluating Decision-Making for Different Kids
26:02
Balancing Reward and Challenge in Parenting
26:33
Managing Humor and Seriousness as a Father
27:05
Dealing with Stubbornness in the Second Child
27:37
Adjusting Parenting Methods for Different Kids
28:09
Using Adaptation Lessons from the Army in Parenting
29:42
Discovering Personal Limits Through Parenting
30:43
Introducing the Children’s Book Project
31:15
Conceptualizing the Book as a Diary of Adventures
32:17
Explaining the Setting and Plot of the Book
33:20
Book Reading Routine with Son Theo
34:00
Encouraging Independent Reading Habits
35:00
Defining Masculinity for Young Boys
35:30
Strategies to Handle Bullying and Social Challenges
35:50
Observations on Gender Mixing in Peer Groups
36:30
Critique of Traditional Masculine Norms
37:30
Promotion of Plant‑Based Baby Products
38:15
Closing Thank You and Music Outro