346: Should Parents Stop Posting Their Kids?

Correct Opinions with Trey Kennedy and Jake Triplett1h 15mJune 17, 2026
AI-Generated Summary

The hosts of *Correct Opinions* dive into the controversial topic of whether parents should stop posting their kids online, framing it not as a simple privacy issue but as a complex moral and financial calculus. One host argues that sharing children’s lives—especially funny, unembarrassing moments—is not just harmless but strategically valuable: by monetizing their presence, parents can fund Roth IRAs for their kids, potentially growing their future wealth to tens of millions through compound interest. This bold claim reframes parenting content as a long-term investment, not just entertainment. The episode unpacks the emotional weight behind the decision, with one host admitting to mixed feelings about the dark web and potential future resentment, while also acknowledging that their kids are already part of their brand. The conversation evolves into a broader reflection on modern parenting, identity, and legacy—where raising a child becomes intertwined with building a business, a family, and a financial future. The segment is anchored by real listener questions, including a humorous story about training a husband to handle diaper duty by making him pick up dog poop, and a deep dive into the science of pregnancy—like the linea nigra and colostrum—blending humor with genuine insight. The hosts also debate gender dynamics in friendship, the difficulty of making adult connections, and the absurdity of emerging products like protein beer and colostrum soda.

Key Takeaways
1

Parents can legally fund a child’s Roth IRA with up to $7,500 annually if they can prove the child earns income through content creation.

2

Compounding returns on a child’s Roth IRA could grow to $10–20 million by retirement if funded consistently from age 0–18.

3

Sharing non-embarrassing, humorous stories about kids is not inherently harmful and can be part of a family’s identity and brand.

4

The decision to post children online should be weighed not just on privacy grounds, but on long-term financial and emotional legacy.

5

Parents should consider asking their children’s permission as they grow older, especially for sensitive or viral content.

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Chapters
0:00
4 min

Podcast Intro and Sponsor: AllNote & Shopify

The episode begins with a promotional segment for AllNote and Shopify, setting the stage for the show's blend of humor and business-minded content.

3:51
2 min

Sponsor: Rho and GLP-1 Weight Loss

Rho is introduced as a sponsor offering affordable access to FDA-approved GLP-1 medications, with a focus on lowering the barrier to weight loss treatments.

5:27
2 min

Sponsor: Lola Blanket and Dog Beds

Lola Blanket promotes its new dog bed line with a 40% discount for listeners, highlighting the brand’s soft, safe materials and family-friendly design.

7:03
3 min

Pregnancy Appointment and Humorous Anecdotes

The hosts recount a chaotic doctor’s appointment, including loud music played through a phone, a baby’s 99th percentile head size, and the absurdity of a crowded farmer’s market.

9:52
2 min

The Baby’s Head and Family Genetics

A humorous discussion about the baby’s large head, with comparisons to Jon Hamm and jokes about family genetics, including a playful dig at the host’s own childhood size.

High-Impact Quotes
And I just genuinely think it's a little weird to like, I don't ever want to be on public and someone be like, that's Trey Kennedy's son. I don't want to create that with like famous kid.
Trey Kennedy44:28
You go, I can handle my kid's poop. If you go, hey, that grown man pooped over there, would you help him out? You couldn't pay me enough money, right?
Jake Triplett46:10
Does that make sense? Oh, I can't be bad. My parents, that'd be kind of an ordeal. Like, well, now I want to, I want my kids be good. So I got to, I got to be good.
Trey Kennedy52:09
Speakers

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Trey KennedyJake Triplett
Topics Discussed
parenting content95%roth ira for kids90%child privacy online85%pregnancy humor80%newborn sleep75%male friendship70%ai and investing65%emerging food trends60%
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