Parenting is a Joke (Ophira Eisenberg)

This week on Parenting Is a Joke, Ophira Eisenberg sits down with comedian and author Sally Brooks to talk about her hilarious memoir, Going to Maine: All the Ways to Fail on the Appalachian Trail. Sally shares how her wild adventures as a road comic and five months of hiking the Appalachian Trail prepared her (kind of) for parenting. From blisters that wouldn’t heal to the surprise night she unknowingly conceived her child, Sally keeps it real with stories that are equal parts relatable and laugh-out-loud funny. They chat about parenting as an ever-changing trail, Skibbi Toilet toy chaos, and the absurd parallels between surviving nature and surviving parenthood. ✨ Subscribe, rate, and review! Follow us on socials @ParentingAsAJoke and @OphiraE (or @OphiraNYC on TikTok). Check out upcoming live performances at OphiraEisenberg.com. 📍 January tour stops: Seattle and Olympia Jan 21st & Jan 22nd Follow Sally Brooks: https://www.instagram.com/thesallybrooks/ See Ophira LIVE: https://www.ophiraeisenberg.com/events   SUBSCRIBE so you never miss O thing: https://www.ophiraeisenberg.com/sign-up Follow PIAJ:  https://www.instagram.com/parentingisajoke/ https://parentingisajoke.substack.com/   Follow Ophira: https://www.instagram.com/ophirae/ https://www.facebook.com/OphiraEisenberg/ https://www.tiktok.com/@ophiranyc   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ophira chats with actor, writer, comedian Jon Glaser about toy guns, the adoption process, and his new comedy album for dogs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We continue our Mother's Day Month with actress Christine Taylor! She explains to Ophira why a parent should never send a text that says "how are you?" and why getting her son to feel stable in the laundry room is her #1 goal as a parent. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ophira chats with comedian Alyce Chan about giving her kids money, bringing babies to comedy shows, and why she hopes kids embrace weirdness. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, host Ophira Eisenberg is joined by Wendy and Lizzie Molyneux, the brilliant sister duo behind Bob’s Burgers and The Great North. The pair share their hilarious and heartfelt parenting journeys—Wendy as a mother of four and Lizzie with three kids spanning toddler to teen. They reflect on the joys and challenges of raising kids in Los Angeles while juggling a demanding career in television. From the realities of postpartum anxiety to negotiating with kids over Halloween costumes and talent shows, Wendy and Lizzie provide an honest look at life with big families. They also share how their childhood antics inspired their creative collaboration and why their experiences with family dynamics are at the heart of their writing for Bob’s Burgers and The Great North. It’s a behind-the-scenes look at the making of hit TV shows and a chaotic yet comedic tribute to modern parenting. ✨ Subscribe, rate, and review! Follow us on socials @ParentingAsAJoke and @OphiraE (or @OphiraNYC on TikTok). Check out upcoming live performances at OphiraEisenberg.com. 📍 January tour stops: Seattle and Olympia Jan 21st & Jan 22nd Follow Wendy Molyneux: https://www.instagram.com/thegreatnorthwendy Follow Lizzie Molyneux-Logelin: https://x.com/lizziemolyneux?s=21&t=jSf8B0HmwnlXV5P5Erva-A See Ophira LIVE: https://www.ophiraeisenberg.com/events SUBSCRIBE so you never miss O thing: https://www.ophiraeisenberg.com/sign-up Follow PIAJ:  https://www.instagram.com/parentingisajoke/ https://parentingisajoke.substack.com/   Follow Ophira Eisenberg: https://www.instagram.com/ophirae/ https://www.facebook.com/OphiraEisenberg/ https://www.tiktok.com/@ophiranyc   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Does having a kid ruin your life? Some days, yes, but most days, yes. Listen to Season 2 of Parenting is a Joke with comedian and host Ophira Eisenberg. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Happy New Year! We’re serving up a favorite episode with comedian Pete Dominick, and a BONUS CHAT with Pete as he reflects on the past year. We wish all of you a healthy 2024 even though we know that's not realistic, especially when you're a parent. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back with a new episode! Ophira talks with very funny comedian Zarna Garg about her new special on Amazon, how Indian yoga is boring, and why she wasn't scary enough to be a civil litigator. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jessi Klein and Ophira discuss whether you can digest chalk, why their kids won’t eat a cherry tomato, how the details of childbirth are still whispered secrets and that motherhood is the real hero’s journey. They also cover Jessi’s hilarious new book I'll Show Myself Out. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Happy Valentine's Day! Comedian and podcast host Jackie Johnson talks about her decision to end her long-running podcast, how many Sofie the Giraffes one needs, and eating placentas. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We talk to author and opinion writer at the NY Times, Jessica Grose about her new book, the ideal image of motherhood and the psychological warfare of her pre-teen daughter's group texts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Parenting is a Joke, host Ophira Eisenberg welcomes the brilliant Cat Greenleaf. Cat is celebrated for her iconic celebrity interview series Talk Stoop and now hosts the compelling Soberness Podcast. Together, they talk about the complexities of parenting teenagers and sobriety. Cat opens up about adopting her two sons, navigating the unique challenges of raising teenagers, and balancing a media career while fostering meaningful connections with her kids. The conversation also explores her journey to sobriety, the transformative impact of the 12-step program, and the surprising ways her experiences shaped her parenting style. Ophira and Cat bond over the absurdities of homework battles, technology struggles, and the constant evolution of their children’s personalities. From hilarious childhood memories of "Headlamp the King" to the bittersweet moments of growth, this episode offers heartfelt insights, laughs, and a reminder that none of us really have it all figured out. ✨ Subscribe, rate, and review! Follow us on socials @ParentingAsAJoke and @OphiraE (or @OphiraNYC on TikTok). Check out upcoming live performances at OphiraEisenberg.com. 📍 February Tour Stops Feb 12th Loveland, CO, Feb 13 Rapid City, SD Follow Cat Greenleaf: https://www.instagram.com/sobernesspodcast/ See Ophira LIVE: https://www.ophiraeisenberg.com/events   SUBSCRIBE so you never miss O thing: https://www.ophiraeisenberg.com/sign-up Follow PIAJ:  https://www.instagram.com/parentingisajoke/ https://parentingisajoke.substack.com/   Follow Ophira: https://www.instagram.com/ophirae/ https://www.facebook.com/OphiraEisenberg/ https://www.tiktok.com/@ophiranyc   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this bonus episode, Julia Scotti shares more about New Jersey food, which US state she wouldn't want to perform in, and the best birthday present she ever got from her son. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Spring is hopping and this week marks the last of our team's school vacations so we are bringing back a favorite interview while we catch up. Ophira chats with the hilarious comedian and actress Kristen Schaal about how parenting is so many wonderful things, but it is NOT funny! To sponsor this show contact: sales@adalystmedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Comedian and writer Rachel Feinstein tells Ophira that the best parenting advice comes from a Type "A" Mom at Soul Cycle, and about her firefighters husband’s habit of dressing their daughter like Steve Jobs See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Comedian Tig Notaro shares a story with Ophira about her son asking if she was a boy or a girl, and how "sit by the front door" is the biggest punishment she doles out. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Actress Kristen Schaal talks with Ophira about how having a child almost killed her, her daughter's stuffed animal named Brian, and her "last call snacks" routine. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our first kid-friendly episode is a holiday present to you, dear parent-listeners. Ophira talks to the kids, finds out what they want to hear, and we deliver. Merry merry! We hope this short episode gives you a laugh during the chaos of the holiday season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Summer is here and we’re all scrambling to figure out our new schedule, how summer camp works and... the future! Help us shape it into something even better. Only 9 weeks until school starts again! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our overqualified intern-dad Jeffrey Kaufman gives us the scoop on safe sleeping. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

 Ophira chats with comedian Mike Feeney and IVF and grape cough syrup. Trigger warning: Mike makes reductionist statements about pink eye. To sponsor this show contact: sales@adalystmedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Comedian and writer Laurie Kilmartin reveals her escape plan for when her son turns 18, why she live-tweeted her parents' hospice care and her secret to successfully getting the coveted EU passport. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Parenting is a Joke, Ophira Eisenberg sits down with comedian Megan Gailey to explore the realities of parenting in the male-dominated world of comedy, how women in comedy can’t escape scrutiny regarding their appearance and weight, and how it feels to deliver jokes while pregnant and also as a new mom. Megan opens up about how the pregnancy gave her a fresh perspective on her material and the challenges of fitting motherhood into an already packed schedule that includes going on the road. They trade absurd advice they’ve received as a new moms and the childhood questions that catch parents off guard. Plus, Megan as a sports lover, talks about how sports culture shaped her childhood and how she is dressing her little kid. The pressure to conform to traditional gender roles can be overwhelming. Plus we get a sneak-peak into how Megan and her family will be celebrating the holidays, and we can all agree that is one lucky kid!    🎄 Catch Megan’s comedy on stage and follow her @BetterMeganGailey. Don’t miss her Sports Bitches podcast for witty takes on the world of sports. ✨ Subscribe, rate, and review! Follow us on socials @ParentingAsAJoke and @OphiraE (or @OphiraNYC on TikTok). Check out upcoming live performances at OphiraEisenberg.com. 📍 December tour stops: Birmingham, Tuscaloosa, Nashville, and Memphis! Follow Megan Gailey: https://www.instagram.com/bettermegangailey/ See Ophira LIVE: https://www.ophiraeisenberg.com/events   SUBSCRIBE so you never miss O thing: https://www.ophiraeisenberg.com/sign-up Follow PIAJ:  https://www.instagram.com/parentingisajoke/ https://parentingisajoke.substack.com/   Follow Ophira: https://www.instagram.com/ophirae/ https://www.facebook.com/OphiraEisenberg/ https://www.tiktok.com/@ophiranyc   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Parenting Is a Joke, Ophira Eisenberg chats with the ever-hilarious Sally Brooks, comedian and author of Going to Maine: All the Ways to Fail on the Appalachian Trail. Sally opens up about her grueling five-month hike and how those endless blisters and unpredictable trail moments mirror her parenting journey. Sally Brooks and Ophira swap stories about the guilt trips only kids can deliver—like Sally’s son asking, “Are there ever going to be three people in this house again?” after she leaves for a show, and the absurd world of parenting cliches, like the timeless wisdom of turning off lights because "we don't work for the electric company," and the generational quirks we inherit from our own parents. They also talk about Sally’s outdoor adventures, from dragging her son on hiking vacations he’d rather skip to dreaming of a future family trek on the Appalachian Trail (if he ever becomes a hiking enthusiast) and the brilliant art studio she constructed in her own backyard. ✨ Subscribe, rate, and review! Follow us on socials @ParentingAsAJoke and @OphiraE (or @OphiraNYC on TikTok). Check out upcoming live performances at OphiraEisenberg.com. Follow Sally Brooks: https://www.instagram.com/thesallybrooks/ See Ophira LIVE: https://www.ophiraeisenberg.com/events   SUBSCRIBE so you never miss O thing: https://www.ophiraeisenberg.com/sign-up Follow PIAJ:  https://www.instagram.com/parentingisajoke/ https://parentingisajoke.substack.com/   Follow Ophira: https://www.instagram.com/ophirae/ https://www.facebook.com/OphiraEisenberg/ https://www.tiktok.com/@ophiranyc   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this holiday episode, we're serving up a fun, festive mix of Thanksgiving humor, life hacks, and wild stories with comedian and writer Emily Winter! Even her name is right on theme. From Thanksgiving drama to her accidental (but expertly planned) win on The Price is Right, this episode runs the gamut from antics to anxiety that is textbook holiday. Emily takes us on a wild ride through the aftermath of winning big, her family vacation in Grand Cayman, featuring mudslides and weed gummies. Throughout, Emily's wit and love for games shine, capturing how even the most surreal moments can become part of life's hustle.   Follow Emily: https://www.instagram.com/emilymcwinter/ See Ophira LIVE: https://www.ophiraeisenberg.com/events   SUBSCRIBE so you never miss O thing: https://www.ophiraeisenberg.com/sign-up Follow PIAJ:  https://www.instagram.com/parentingisajoke/ https://parentingisajoke.substack.com/   Follow Ophira: https://www.instagram.com/ophirae/ https://www.facebook.com/OphiraEisenberg/ https://www.tiktok.com/@ophiranyc   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ophira talks to CNN's climate correspondent Bill Weir about how to talk to our kids about the state of our planet, how there's hope for us and his new baby, and his short stint as a standup comedian. To sponsor this show contact: sales@adalystmedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Parenting is a Joke, host Ophira Eisenberg chats with comedian and TikTok dance star Rich Aronovitch as he admits that he never planned to have kids but has found ultimate joy in being a dad to his two young boys. He discusses parenting during the pandemic and how he navigated the intense negotiations for a second child. He also talks about how to be present father while pursuing a demanding career, and Rich candidly reflects on his newfound parenting superpowers and the fine line between fun and exploitation on TikTok. Follow Rich: https://www.instagram.com/richisfunny/ See Ophira LIVE: https://www.ophiraeisenberg.com/events SUBSCRIBE so you never miss O thing: https://www.ophiraeisenberg.com/sign-up Follow PIAJ:  https://www.instagram.com/parentingisajoke/ https://parentingisajoke.substack.com/ Follow Ophira: https://www.instagram.com/ophirae/ https://www.facebook.com/OphiraEisenberg/ https://www.tiktok.com/@ophiranyc   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this snack chat Ophira and Ryan discuss the emotional rollercoaster of bedtime routines—complete with reluctant tooth brushing and pajama protests. As every parent knows, no child is busier, hungrier, or more defiant than when they hear the words, “It’s bedtime!” They also discuss the best birthday parties they could imagine throwing their kids, if money and time were no object! Follow Ryan: https://www.instagram.com/iamryanbeck/ See Ophira LIVE: https://www.ophiraeisenberg.com/events SUBSCRIBE so you never miss O thing: https://www.ophiraeisenberg.com/sign-up Follow PIAJ:  https://www.instagram.com/parentingisajoke/ https://parentingisajoke.substack.com/   Follow Ophira: https://www.instagram.com/ophirae/ https://www.facebook.com/OphiraEisenberg/ https://www.tiktok.com/@ophiranyc   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this snack-sized episode, Ophira Eisenberg sits down with comedy writers Wendy and Lizzie Molyneux, the creative forces behind Bob’s Burgers and The Great North. The sisters open up about the controlled chaos of parenting large families while balancing successful careers in animation. Wendy, a mom of four, and Lizzie, a mom of three, discuss household rules that almost work, from no iPads during the week to family dinners free of devices. The conversation takes a hilarious turn into the absurdities of modern parenting, including the inexplicable popularity of Skibbity Toilet videos and how kids find the weirdest ways to express themselves. They share how their childhood in a semi-feral but structured household shaped their humor and creative collaboration. The sisters also reflect on letting kids be their wonderfully bizarre selves while figuring out how to guide them through a screen-heavy world. ✨ Subscribe, rate, and review! Follow us on socials @ParentingAsAJoke and @OphiraE (or @OphiraNYC on TikTok). Check out upcoming live performances at OphiraEisenberg.com. 📍 January tour stops: Seattle and Olympia Jan 21st & Jan 22nd Follow Wendy Molyneux: https://www.instagram.com/thegreatnorthwendy Follow Lizzie Molyneux-Logelin: https://x.com/lizziemolyneux?s=21&t=jSf8B0HmwnlXV5P5Erva-A See Ophira LIVE: https://www.ophiraeisenberg.com/events  SUBSCRIBE so you never miss O thing: https://www.ophiraeisenberg.com/sign-up Follow PIAJ:  https://www.instagram.com/parentingisajoke/ https://parentingisajoke.substack.com/   Follow Ophira Eisenberg: https://www.instagram.com/ophirae/ https://www.facebook.com/OphiraEisenberg/ https://www.tiktok.com/@ophiranyc   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ophira talks with actress and Broadway icon Laura Benanti about her daughter's fear of witches, why she has a crystal wand, and how a cruise ship is the least dignified place to have a miscarriage. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ophira chats to Andie Mitchell and Sabrina Kohlberg about their new podcast Pop Culture Moms. They also talk about woodworking, how commuting while nursing is logistical hell, and why Bluey's mom is a mom-icon. To sponsor this show contact: sales@adalystmedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Comedian Hari Kondabolu talks with Ophira Eisenberg about his new special Vacation Baby and his nightly routine singing alternative music from the 90s with his toddler. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back with a NEW episode for a NEW year! Ophira chats with Sara Dean, host of The Shameless Mom Academy, about being the daughter of a nun and how she manages the minefield of meal planning. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Ophira Eisenberg sits down with author, cultural critic, and father Ryan Britt for a fascinating conversation that blends geek culture, parenting, and life transitions. They reflect on their early days performing live at Moth storytelling shows in NYC and explore Ryan's journey as a writer of celebrated nonfiction books like Luke Skywalker Can't Read and Phasers on Stun. Ryan also shares his experience moving from New York to Maine to raise his daughter, deciding to homeschool, and discovering that the best way to fit in writing—or any creative project—is to let a little panic drive your schedule. Together, they dive into the impact of children's media, the importance of creativity in parenting, and the influence of sci-fi and fantasy on their lives. And here's a great takeaway: 7-year-olds love The Hobbit! Follow Ryan Britt: https://www.instagram.com/ryan.britt/ See Ophira LIVE: https://www.ophiraeisenberg.com/events   SUBSCRIBE so you never miss O thing: https://www.ophiraeisenberg.com/sign-up Follow PIAJ:  https://www.instagram.com/parentingisajoke/ https://parentingisajoke.substack.com/   Follow Ophira: https://www.instagram.com/ophirae/ https://www.facebook.com/OphiraEisenberg/ https://www.tiktok.com/@ophiranyc   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A bonus rapid fire Q & A this week with comedian Matt Goldich!  Ophira chats with Matt about what he'd do if he had a night off from performing AND parenting, and he shares his best parenting tips. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ophira chats with Pete Dominick about having two teenage daughters, New Year's Resolutions and avoiding parenting debates. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The crew of Parenting is a Joke is on spring break with their family, whether they like it or not. But we leave you with a snack-sized episode of meltdown stories, because it's more fun to listen to other people's misery than to experience it yourself. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ophira answers a burning question from parents everywhere: How does Ryder from Paw Patrol fund his operation? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of A Parenting is a Joke Snack, host Ophira Eisenberg talks with Mike Pesca, a seasoned journalist, author, and host of The Gist, for a thoughtful conversation about parenting teens and the importance of quality time with kids. As a father of two teenage sons in New York City, Mike offers a unique perspective on the challenges and rewards of raising teens in a fast-paced urban environment. He shares insights on how quality time with kids changes as they grow older, with a focus on meaningful moments like family meals, hanging out at home, and engaging in deeper conversations. They discuss how parenting strategies evolve over time, from managing curfews and boundaries to complex topics like toxic masculinity and politics. Mike sheds light on how today’s teens are processing these issues and how they engage with the world around them, offering a glimpse into the modern teenage experience. The conversation also covers the impact of the city environment on family life, where subway rides replace driving and moments of connection can be fleeting but valuable. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ophira talks with the talented writer and podcast host AJ Jacobs about "living constitutionally" for his new book, which social experiments his sons endure, and why we all should get used to the lighting in the parenting tunnel. To sponsor this show contact: sales@adalystmedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Back-to-school special sponsored by Educational Insights: Ophira gets real with Liz Gumbinner, the genius behind the Mom101 blog and host of the award-winning podcast, Spawned. From parenting teens in the digital age, to the surprising tale of a Disney World meltdown that changed her mind about wanting kids — this episode needs to be in your parenting survival kit! Yes, this episode is brought to you by our friends at EDUCATIONAL INSIGHTS, makers of the totally gone-viral screen-free toys Knoodle and Brain Bolt. Get 15% off select Knoodles and Brain Bolts by using Ophira’s exclusive code 15JOKE when you shop their official store on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4cdwLlq *Note: promotions are subject to change daily on Amazon Follow Liz: https://www.instagram.com/mom101 See Ophira LIVE:https://www.ophiraeisenberg.com/events SUBSCRIBE so you never miss O thing: https://www.ophiraeisenberg.com/sign-up Follow PIAJ:  https://www.instagram.com/parentingisajoke/ https://parentingisajoke.substack.com/ Follow Ophira: https://www.instagram.com/ophirae/ https://www.facebook.com/OphiraEisenberg/ https://www.tiktok.com/discover/Ophira-Eisenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join host Ophira Eisenberg and comedian Pete Dominick in this bonus snack episode, where they talk about how to help your kids navigate the sea of information in today’s world, and practical tips for encouraging critical thinking to foster open dialogues and emotional well-being. They also share some laughs about holiday traditions and outrageous gifts for kids, and Pete offers the perfect remedy for those nostalgic moments when you wish you could turn back time. Follow Pete: https://x.com/petedominick See Ophira LIVE: https://www.ophiraeisenberg.com/events   SUBSCRIBE so you never miss O thing: https://www.ophiraeisenberg.com/sign-up Follow PIAJ:  https://www.instagram.com/parentingisajoke/ https://parentingisajoke.substack.com/   Follow Ophira: https://www.instagram.com/ophirae/ https://www.facebook.com/OphiraEisenberg/ https://www.tiktok.com/@ophiranyc   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

LIVE from Moontower Comedy Festival in Austin, Ophira talks with comedians and parents Rosebud Baker and Andy Haynes about their 6 month old daughter, which parent is more patient, and why Andy thought expired kimchi might kill them all. To sponsor this show contact: sales@adalystmedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mary Lynn Rajskub and Ophira talk about the TV show 24, dating, and what it’s like to parent a teenage boy. Mary Lynn also shares the secret recipe of Denny’s ranch dressing and unrelated, why her son has never been to one of her comedy shows. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Happy Valentine's Week! You'll love this episode with Ophira and the very funny comedian Adam Cayton Holland. They chat about OCD, how parents become wallpaper, and why he loves his kids’ swim class. To sponsor this show contact: sales@adalystmedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Ophira Eisenberg revisits one of her favorite interviews with two incredible comedians Joe List and Sarah Tollemache to talk about their marriage and the baby they are about to bring into this world! The conversation includes frank talk about fertility issues, the cost of treatment, the decision to go with an egg donor and how they envision their lives when this baby enters their world. Plus there are tons of laughs with these 3 comedians. Follow Joe List: https://www.instagram.com/joelistcomedy/ Follow Sarah Tollemache https://www.instagram.com/stollemache/ See Ophira LIVE: https://www.ophiraeisenberg.com/events   SUBSCRIBE so you never miss O thing: https://www.ophiraeisenberg.com/sign-up Follow PIAJ:  https://www.instagram.com/parentingisajoke/ https://parentingisajoke.substack.com/   Follow Ophira: https://www.instagram.com/ophirae/ https://www.facebook.com/OphiraEisenberg/ https://www.tiktok.com/@ophiranyc   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’re back with a Parenting's a Joke festive, snack-sized bonus episode with comedian Megan Gailey! Megan, host of the Sports Bitches podcast, shares her hilarious take on parenting, from navigating her toddler’s obsession with sports figures to her ultimate dream holiday scenario straight out of a Hallmark movie, and yes, It involves Christmas sweaters and a whole lot of holiday spirit Megan opens up about her hilarious holiday disasters, including a puking incident at Benihana, and how she balances the chaos of parenting with a thriving comedy career. Plus, hear her thoughts on the ups and downs of the playground mom scene and the funny advice she gleefully ignored. 🎄 Catch Megan’s comedy on stage and follow her @BetterMeganGailey. Don’t miss her Sports Bitches podcast for witty takes on the world of sports. ✨ Subscribe, rate, and review! Follow us on socials @ParentingAsAJoke and @OphiraE (or @OphiraNYC on TikTok). Check out upcoming live performances at OphiraEisenberg.com. 📍 December tour stops: Birmingham, Tuscaloosa, Nashville, and Memphis! Follow Megan Gailey: https://www.instagram.com/bettermegangailey/ See Ophira LIVE: https://www.ophiraeisenberg.com/events SUBSCRIBE so you never miss O thing: https://www.ophiraeisenberg.com/sign-up Follow PIAJ:  https://www.instagram.com/parentingisajoke/ https://parentingisajoke.substack.com/   Follow Ophira: https://www.instagram.com/ophirae/ https://www.facebook.com/OphiraEisenberg/ https://www.tiktok.com/@ophiranyc   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Catherine Reitman and Ophira talk about gaslighting their children, the inspiration for Workin' Moms and Reitman's "no lame parents" rule for her kids' playdates. They also find out why a doctor advised parents to shake hands with their babies and feed them bacon. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bobcat Goldthwait and Ophira talk about his days opening for Nirvana, bringing his daughter on the road, and lighting dynamite in their backyard. We also learn he almost toured as a duo with David Bowie... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ophira answers a listener's question about teaching kids the difference between funny and annoying. A few funny parents share their experiences, plus you'll hear some annoying things from kids but not too annoying because NO ONE WOULD WANT TO LISTEN TO THAT! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ophira gets expert last-minute Disney advice, plus comedian and podcast host Jimmy Pardo talks about his son’s love of 70s Heist movies, and his own meltdown at Elton John's Farewell Tour. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Happy Halloween, listeners! In this special Halloween Candy Snack, host Ophira Eisenberg shares heartwarming and hilarious reflections on childhood Halloween traditions and costumes. Did you use an old pillowcase for candy collection or create your costume from household items? She also shares her own unforgettable experience from a 7th grade Halloween dance, highlighting the bittersweet journey of adolescence, the search for connection, and the magic of first crushes. It's all spooky stuff! See Ophira LIVE: https://www.ophiraeisenberg.com/events SUBSCRIBE so you never miss O thing: https://www.ophiraeisenberg.com/sign-up Follow PIAJ:  https://www.instagram.com/parentingisajoke/ https://parentingisajoke.substack.com/   Follow Ophira: https://www.instagram.com/ophirae/ https://www.facebook.com/OphiraEisenberg/ https://www.tiktok.com/@ophiranyc   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

 On our special Mother's Day episode, Ophira chats with actress and director Laura Prepon about 6-year-old flirtation, her kids' recent set visit and the beauty of batch-cooking. To sponsor this show contact: sales@adalystmedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this lively, holiday-themed snack-sized episode of Parenting is a Joke, host Ophira Eisenberg welcomes comedian and holiday advice-gatherer Emily Winter for a laugh-packed chat on surviving the festive season. From the chaos of cross-country travel to the psychological warfare of managing "Elf on the Shelf," this episode is full of relatable humor and practical insights. Hear crowd-sourced gems like why Santa shouldn’t get credit for the big gifts and why new parents should skip hosting altogether. Emily and Ophira also bond over the joy of practical, thoughtful presents—like cozy socks, pajamas, or even melatonin-laced edibles to unwind. Whether you're laughing at parenting fails or inspired by unconventional tips, this episode is the perfect bonbon-sized holiday treat 🎄 Catch Emily Winter's comedy on stage with One Liner Madness and follow her @emilymcwinter.  ✨ Subscribe, rate, and review! Follow us on socials @ParentingAsAJoke and @OphiraE (or @OphiraNYC on TikTok). Check out upcoming live performances at OphiraEisenberg.com. 📍 December tour stops: San Francisco Dec 24th, 25th, 26th Follow Emily Winter: https://www.instagram.com/emilymcwinter/ See Ophira LIVE: https://www.ophiraeisenberg.com/events   SUBSCRIBE so you never miss O thing: https://www.ophiraeisenberg.com/sign-up Follow PIAJ:  https://www.instagram.com/parentingisajoke/ https://parentingisajoke.substack.com/   Follow Ophira: https://www.instagram.com/ophirae/ https://www.facebook.com/OphiraEisenberg/ https://www.tiktok.com/@ophiranyc   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Parenting's a Joke brings you an entertaining snack-sized bonus episode featuring Ryan Britt! Ryan, a writer and editor specializing in parenting media, spills the tea on kids’ shows like Bluey (spoiler: he’s not a fan) and his surprising love for My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic. From breaking down what makes My Little Pony unexpectedly deep to sharing hilarious highlights from celebrity dad interviews—including Matthew McConaughey’s unique parenting “workouts”—this episode is a delight for parents and pop culture fans alike. Plus, hear Ryan’s thoughts on what kids’ media gets wrong, why escapism matters for parents, and his most memorable childhood Halloween costume (Spock, naturally). This snack is a whole bag of chips! 🦄 Catch Ryan’s writing at Inverse, Den of Geek, and more, and pick up his books wherever you buy books. ✨ Subscribe, rate, and review! Follow us on socials @ParentingAsAJoke and @OphiraE (or @OphiraNYC on TikTok). Check out upcoming live performances at OphiraEisenberg.com. 📍 December tour stops: Birmingham, Tuscaloosa, Nashville, and Memphis! Follow Ryan Britt: https://www.instagram.com/ryan.britt/ See Ophira LIVE: https://www.ophiraeisenberg.com/events SUBSCRIBE so you never miss O thing: https://www.ophiraeisenberg.com/sign-up Follow PIAJ:  https://www.instagram.com/parentingisajoke/ https://parentingisajoke.substack.com/   Follow Ophira: https://www.instagram.com/ophirae/ https://www.facebook.com/OphiraEisenberg/ https://www.tiktok.com/@ophiranyc   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Pop Culture Moms ask Ophira for advice on how to teach their kids to be funny. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ophira sits down with her son Lucas to discuss his desire for a video game player.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ophira talks to comedian Gina Brillon about Christmas, loving gift cards, and the hardest thing: being patient with your kid. Plus a special holiday song from Adira Amram! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ophira chats with comedian and actor Andy Richter about the perks of living with your 20-something year-old son and why under NO circumstances will he ever negotiate with toddlers. To sponsor this show contact: sales@adalystmedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Ophira revisits her conversation with Economist Emily Oster who reveals her obsession with sleep and the very unique pets in her household. Emily has a new book coming out, "The Unexpected" about complications in pregnancy.  To sponsor this show contact: sales@adalystmedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Actor and writer Eric Bogosian talks with Ophira Eisenberg about growing up as an outsider, his early days in the NYC theater scene and his new favorite role: being a grandfather. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ophira talks to comedian Seth Herzog about his twin 4-year-old daughters, dancing onstage, and the logistical roller coaster of parents who both work at night. To sponsor this show contact: sales@adalystmedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Roy Wood Jr. and Ophira talk about the Daily Show, parenting during the pandemic and Delta skymiles. They also examine the philosophical musings of Winnie the Pooh and how not to raise a future standup comedian. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Gethard and Ophira talk about germs, septic tanks, and what it means to be cool when you're a parent. Dr. Emily Oster also joins for a quick chat about sleep training and cheap pinot noir. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this snack chat, Ophira Eisenberg talks to legendary comedian Wendy Liebman, master of one-liners and misdirection, who has graced the stages of nearly every late-night show in history—except for one! Wendy reflects on her fascinating journey through comedy, sharing anecdotes from her time on iconic shows, the best green room snacks, and what it was like performing for the likes of Jay Leno and Jimmy Fallon. Wendy also talks about the balance between truth and fabrication in her act and how her stepchildren reacted to her jokes—especially one that made her son question reality.   Follow Wendy: https://www.instagram.com/wendyliebman/ See Ophira LIVE: https://www.ophiraeisenberg.com/events SUBSCRIBE so you never miss O thing: https://www.ophiraeisenberg.com/sign-up Follow PIAJ:  https://www.instagram.com/parentingisajoke/ https://parentingisajoke.substack.com/   Follow Ophira: https://www.instagram.com/ophirae/ https://www.facebook.com/OphiraEisenberg/ https://www.tiktok.com/@ophiranyc   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our crew is on summer vacation this week! We're probably all experiencing a mix of struggling to sunscreen our children, finding sand everywhere, asking "is this poison ivy" and begging our children to eat $15 chicken fingers -- but hopefully we are all enjoying 4p cocktails. We're bringing back one of our favorite interviews of Season 1 in honor of his upcoming multi-city tour, the hilarious comedian Roy Wood Jr! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we have a special bonus conversation with Matthew Buccelli, author of the newsletter ParentSounds. Ophira chats with Matthew about parental leave in Germany and his career as a kindergarten DJ.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rachel Bloom and Ophira talk about her TV show Reboot, kids names, and the grossest childhood virus: Hand-foot-mouth. Professor Emily Oster also drops in and confirms we did NOT break our kid the day we let him watch 19 Paw Patrol episodes in a row. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Comedians Negin Farsad and Jon Fisch join Ophira for a live show at iHeart headquarters to celebrate the holidays! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, the fabulous Wendy Liebman sits down with Ophira to talk about her unexpected adventure into stepparenting after falling head over heels for a man with two young boys. Wendy, who initially thought kids were about as appealing as a surprise tax audit, shares how her heart—and her whole life—flipped upside down when she met her husband. She dives into the joys, the challenges, and the occasional “What have I signed up for?!” moments of blending families. She describes heartwarming moments that solidified her bond with the kids, like when her youngest complimented her reading voice and the importance of being open and non-judgmental, especially regarding conversations around sexuality, fostering a trusting relationship with her stepsons. Enjoy Wendy’s dry one-liners and also genuine reflections as Wendy proves that while stepping into parenthood might feel like trying to solve a Rubik's Cube blindfolded, it can also lead to some of life’s sweetest moments. Follow Wendy: https://www.instagram.com/wendyliebman/ See Ophira LIVE: https://www.ophiraeisenberg.com/events SUBSCRIBE so you never miss O thing: https://www.ophiraeisenberg.com/sign-up Follow PIAJ:  https://www.instagram.com/parentingisajoke/ https://parentingisajoke.substack.com/ Follow Ophira: https://www.instagram.com/ophirae/ https://www.facebook.com/OphiraEisenberg/ https://www.tiktok.com/@ophiranyc   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Happy February Vacation to those who celebrate it and/or dread it. We're bringing back a favorite episode with hilarious comedian Zarna Garg, and it includes a BONUS CHAT with Zarna while she has a break from opening on the road for Amy Poehler and Tina Fey. To sponsor this show contact: sales@adalystmedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ophira chats and somehow becomes best friends with the hilarious UK comedian Jen Brister - they laugh and laugh about sexism, meager requests in green rooms and how their family FaceTimes never involve actual conversation. To sponsor this show contact: sales@adalystmedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ophira chats with comedian Ted Alexandro about his move to the woods of Connecticut and what it's like having two toddlers when you're over 50. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ophira talks to the very funny actress Desi Lydic about Fox News, her son's basketball gear obsession, and how she considers herself an awesome dad. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Happy Spring Break, which is a different week of no school for every parent on our team! So...we're bringing a favorite episode with the wry and hilarious comedian and mom to twins, Tig Notaro. And don't miss her new comedy special, "Hello Again."   To sponsor this show contact: sales@adalystmedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Comedian Kurt Braunohler talks to Ophira about why Blippi is a piece of shit, Keanu Reeves' favorite sandwich, and how he found out his wife was pregnant the day after his mother's funeral. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this special holiday snack-sized episode of Parenting is a Joke, Ophira Eisenberg shares listener-submitted stories of holiday mishaps and parenting disasters. From festive puke-filled car rides to Lego-set mix-ups, a ravioli catastrophe that spanned three floors and the perils of trying to be a supermom post-C-section, these tales will make you laugh, cringe, and feel less alone in the season's chaos. Ophira also reflects on her own unforgettable holiday moments, like her Jewish Santa revelation and a particularly sticky Boxing Day involving remotes and red Gatorade. It’s a celebration of parenting during the most “wonderful” time of the year! ✨ Subscribe, rate, and review! Follow us on socials @ParentingAsAJoke and @OphiraE (or @OphiraNYC on TikTok). Check out upcoming live performances at OphiraEisenberg.com. Follow: Holly Ballentine: https://www.instagram.com/hollynotvalentine Stacy Pederson: https://www.instagram.com/stacypedersonofficial Emily Winter: https://www.instagram.com/emilymcwinter/ Andrea Marie:https://www.instagram.com/andreamariecomedy Moms Unhinged:https://www.instagram.com/momsunhingedcomedy See Ophira LIVE: https://www.ophiraeisenberg.com/events   SUBSCRIBE so you never miss O thing: https://www.ophiraeisenberg.com/sign-up Follow PIAJ:  https://www.instagram.com/parentingisajoke/ https://parentingisajoke.substack.com/   Follow Ophira: https://www.instagram.com/ophirae/ https://www.facebook.com/OphiraEisenberg/ https://www.tiktok.com/@ophiranyc   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Ophira Eisenberg is joined by Arthur Meyer and Stephanie Drake, the creative forces behind the satirical web series "ABC Parenting." They share how their personal parenting journeys in New York City and Los Angeles inspired their series, which offers hilariously bad advice that every parent can laugh at (and ignore). They also talk about how the show skewers the contradictory and often ridiculous advice parents face, offering comedic relief to frazzled moms and dads. Together, they all discuss whether parenting was easier in the past and the pros and cons of raising kids in big cities, including space constraints, sticky hands, and the odd beauty of neighborhood familiarity. Arthur recounts teaching his son phrases like “big fat turkey,” while Stephanie opens up about her unexpected transition to being a stay-at-home mom by default. They also workshop ideas on how to get kids to do chores and what works when managing tantrums. Luckily, creative work has helped them find humor in the chaos. ✨ Subscribe, rate, and review! Follow us on socials @ParentingAsAJoke and @OphiraE (or @OphiraNYC on TikTok). Check out upcoming live performances at OphiraEisenberg.com. 📍 February Tour Stops Feb 9, Fort Collins CO, Feb 11 Denver CO, Feb 12th Boulder CO Follow Arthur Meyer: https://www.instagram.com/arthurmeyer13 Follow Stephanie Drake: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniedrake1/ See Ophira LIVE: https://www.ophiraeisenberg.com/events   SUBSCRIBE so you never miss O thing: https://www.ophiraeisenberg.com/sign-up Follow PIAJ:  https://www.instagram.com/parentingisajoke/ https://parentingisajoke.substack.com/   Follow Ophira: https://www.instagram.com/ophirae/ https://www.facebook.com/OphiraEisenberg/ https://www.tiktok.com/@ophiranyc   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this Parenting is a Joke snack, you get to feel like a fellow comic, hanging out post-show at the bar with comedians Rich Aronovitch and Ophira Eisenberg. They rant about how the challenges of performing can surprisingly mirror the ups and downs of parenting little kids and Rich shares a hilarious yet eye-opening story about hosting a recent show where he faced unexpected heckles, including a crying audience member, illustrating the chaos that often accompanies live performances. Follow Rich: https://www.instagram.com/richisfunny/ See Ophira LIVE: https://www.ophiraeisenberg.com/events   SUBSCRIBE so you never miss O thing: https://www.ophiraeisenberg.com/sign-up Follow PIAJ:  https://www.instagram.com/parentingisajoke/ https://parentingisajoke.substack.com/   Follow Ophira: https://www.instagram.com/ophirae/ https://www.facebook.com/OphiraEisenberg/ https://www.tiktok.com/@ophiranyc   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Comedian Lenny Marcus talks about his days in Corporate America, co-hosting The fckry with Leslie Jones and how he regrets not buying a spacesuit. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Writer and producer Jeannie Gaffigan talks with Ophira about raising a big family in NYC, working with her husband Jim Gaffigan and why a child can’t be trusted with hot tea. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

LIVE from Moontower Comedy Festival in Austin, Ophira talks with comedian Jeremiah Watkins about ups and downs of fatherhood. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's bonus episode Ophira chats with the hilarious Jake Johanssen about dropping his 19-year-old daughter off at college in Dublin, Ireland and his love of the Flowbee. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ophira chats with Liz Tenety, journalist and founder of the website and community Motherly. Liz tells us why she might not call back the school nurse, and how her parenting has changed as her number of children increased. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ophira kicks off Season 2 with funny people and parents David Cross and Amber Tamblyn. They reveal their six-year-old daughter's favorite parent and why the only joke David could come up with in the delivery room was about the merlot cart. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ophira answers a listener's question about potty training in our mini-episode about poop. A few funny parent-friends also share tales from the toilet; a perfect listen for your holiday season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Comedian and Daily Show correspondent Jordan Klepper talks about bunk beds, getting his kid to wear a winter coat and how his man-on-street interrogation style is a complete fail with his toddler. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this candid episode of Parenting is a Joke, comedian and actress Ashley Austin Morris opens up about her experience navigating pregnancy, body changes, and the complexities of medical care. She shares her struggles with the emotional and physical toll of pregnancy, especially as someone who's faced an eating disorder in the past, and reflects on the challenges of being an older mom with a different perspective on medical interventions. Ashley also talks about the cultural aspects of pregnancy, particularly in New York, where the pressure to "know it all" and the constant medical testing can feel overwhelming. From choosing an epidural to dealing with her jealous dog when baby gifts arrive, this episode offers a mix of raw honesty, humor, and insight into the realities of preparing for motherhood.   Follow Ashley: https://www.instagram.com/ashaustinmorris/ See Ophira LIVE: https://www.ophiraeisenberg.com/events   SUBSCRIBE so you never miss O thing: https://www.ophiraeisenberg.com/sign-up Follow PIAJ:  https://www.instagram.com/parentingisajoke/ https://parentingisajoke.substack.com/   Follow Ophira: https://www.instagram.com/ophirae/ https://www.facebook.com/OphiraEisenberg/ https://www.tiktok.com/@ophiranyc   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Comedian and musician Adira Amram and Ophira talk about pediatric dentistry, morning sickness in Italy, and milking cows on jazz musician hours… See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chuck Bryant and Ophira talk about adoption, letting their kids watch the Godfather, and being "older" parents. Emily Oster also pops in for a quick chat about working parents and stuffing eggs into socks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Happy Thanksgiving week! We’re dishing out a favorite episode with comedian and actress Rachel Bloom, and it includes a BONUS CHAT with Rachel as she prepares for the NYC run of her new show this December! Did she ever recover from Hand Foot Mouth? Physically? Emotionally? Find out! Gobble gobble! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join comedian Ryan Beck and host Ophira Eisenberg as Ryan shares his unique perspective on raising a toddler with big emotions—something he can relate to from his own childhood. They explore the highs and lows of parenting, comparing babies to trendy handbags and lamps—cute, but sometimes not very functional. Ophira and Ryan also discuss the quest for the perfect therapist, reflecting on what they need now as parents. And Ryan opens up about his childhood nickname, “Cryin’ Ryan,” and how those early experiences shape his approach to parenting today. Whether you’re a seasoned parent or just starting your journey, this episode will resonate with anyone who’s ever felt overwhelmed, confused, or simply amused by the absurdities of raising a family. Tune in for a light-hearted take on the modern parenting experience! Follow Ryan: https://www.instagram.com/iamryanbeck/ See Ophira LIVE: https://www.ophiraeisenberg.com/events SUBSCRIBE so you never miss O thing: https://www.ophiraeisenberg.com/sign-up Follow PIAJ:  https://www.instagram.com/parentingisajoke/ https://parentingisajoke.substack.com/   Follow Ophira: https://www.instagram.com/ophirae/ https://www.facebook.com/OphiraEisenberg/ https://www.tiktok.com/@ophiranyc   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Ophira talks to comedian Giulia Rozzi about her kid growing up in a two-comedian-household, why she doesn't have much blowjob material in her stand-up these days, and the negotiation power of Bubble Guppies. To sponsor this show contact: sales@adalystmedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ophira talks with comedian, actress, and podcast host Kara Klenk about Law and Order, how her first baby tricked her into a second, and her theory on colic. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On our Halloween episode, Ophira gets a tarot reading! And she chats with comedy legend Rachel Dratch about her new podcast Woo Woo, and what she would answer if her child asks "are ghosts real?" See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ophira is joined by the talented Kimmy Gatewood, actor and director known for her standout role in Netflix’s series G.L.O.W., which celebrates female wrestlers. Kimmy is also an award-winning director, currently helming Season 3 of Girls5eva, and has an impressive portfolio that includes projects like The Babysitter’s Club, The Chicken Sisters, and Sesame Street. Behind the Scenes of G.L.O.W.: Kimmy shares how she views directing as a form of empowerment and defiance in a male-dominated industry, tells a great story of playing trombone alongside Ryan Gosling discusses being more conscious of her presence in the creative world, paving the way for her daughter to see what it means to be a strong, independent boss.   Follow Kimmy:  https://www.instagram.com/kimmygatewood/ See Ophira LIVE: https://www.ophiraeisenberg.com/events SUBSCRIBE so you never miss O thing: https://www.ophiraeisenberg.com/sign-up Follow PIAJ:  https://www.instagram.com/parentingisajoke/ https://parentingisajoke.substack.com/   Follow Ophira: https://www.instagram.com/ophirae/ https://www.facebook.com/OphiraEisenberg/ https://www.tiktok.com/@ophiranyc   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ophira talks with comedian and actress Michelle Buteau about her long path to motherhood, trips to the beach with twin 4 year-olds, and her daughter’s ability to pick a lock.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ophira talks with comedian Liz Glazer about her 6-month-old, being married to a rabbi, and how funny things still happen in our darkest moments. To sponsor this show contact: sales@adalystmedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Parenting is a Joke, host Ophira Eisenberg sits down with the hilariously candid comedian Sarah Tollemache, fresh off the release of her comedy special "Butthole Money." Together, they dive headfirst into the whirlwind of chaos and comedy that is the transition from pregnancy to parenthood. Expect a rollercoaster of laughs as they tackle the emotional and physical rollercoaster of raising a newborn, from the nipple-nibbling nightmares of breastfeeding to the societal pressures that make you want to hide in a closet with a bottle of wine. Both women dish out side-splitting anecdotes about juggling their comedy careers with the circus act of parenting. The episode keeps things light and breezy, underscoring the crucial role of humor in surviving the wild ride of parenthood without losing your marbles. Sarah’s Website: You can visit her official website to find tour dates, sketches, and more about her comedy work here​ YouTube Channel: Sarah's latest special, "Butthole Money," is available on her YouTube channel. You can watch it here​ Twitter (X): Follow her on X (formerly Twitter) for updates and her witty takes on life @stollemache​ See Ophira LIVE: https://www.ophiraeisenberg.com/events SUBSCRIBE so you never miss O thing: https://www.ophiraeisenberg.com/sign-up Follow PIAJ:  https://www.instagram.com/parentingisajoke/ https://parentingisajoke.substack.com/   Follow Ophira: https://www.instagram.com/ophirae/ https://www.facebook.com/OphiraEisenberg/ https://www.tiktok.com/@ophiranyc   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ever wondered what happens when two Ophiras get together for an enlightening and cosmic chat? In this episode, host Ophira Eisenberg sits down with the fabulous Ophira Edut—one half of the renowned AstroTwins and a leading astrologer who’s mastered the stars and beyond! From their shared name to their unique journeys, they dive into everything from family dynamics to astrology's surprising connection to parenting. Ophira Edut opens up about her unconventional path to becoming an astrologer, revealing how she combines science and astrology for a grounded, insightful approach. (Did we mention her Mom was a Rabbi?) Expect laughs as the two Ophiras bond over more than just their names, swapping personal stories and finding unexpected intersections in their lives. But it’s not just fun and games—Ophira Edut also shares powerful insights from her latest book, The Astrology Advantage, and introduces her innovative I*AM system, designed to offer a fresh and nuanced perspective on astrological profiles. Whether you’re a believer or a skeptic, this conversation will leave you thinking about the stars in a whole new way. Get Ophira Edut’s Book: The Astrology Advantage: Use Your Horoscope for Personal and Professional Success See Ophira LIVE: https://www.ophiraeisenberg.com/events SUBSCRIBE so you never miss O thing: https://www.ophiraeisenberg.com/sign-up Follow PIAJ:  https://www.instagram.com/parentingisajoke/ https://parentingisajoke.substack.com/   Follow Ophira: https://www.instagram.com/ophirae/ https://www.facebook.com/OphiraEisenberg/ https://www.tiktok.com/@ophiranyc   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices