This week on Empty Nest Happy Hour, Amy and Danielle are back from their mini-hiatus with full hearts, full houses, and empty wine bottles. From Danielle’s mysterious two-birthday origin story to Amy’s kid's complaining about empty refrigerators, it’s a classic summer catch-up full of laughs and relatable chaos.

They’re diving deep into what it’s like to parent college grads who are struggling to find their footing in today’s job market—and how hard it is not to insert ourselves when they just want guac and space. We’re talking boundaries, gatekeeping, and the art of asking “Are you open to advice?”

Plus, summer’s here, and that means books, Bravo, and birthday rosé. The hosts share their summer reading lists (hello Atmosphere, Just Some Stupid Love Story, and Mansion Beach), their current  ...