Explorez tous les épisodes de Not Your Mommy
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| 24 Jul 2023 | Trailer | 00:00:53 | |
We’re moms and business owners who are figuring out what it means to thrive in our work, keep our sons alive and find a way to stay connected to ourselves. Every Wednesday, you can count on us for real talk, conversations with inspirational moms and business owners, mom hacks, wins, failures and the stuff you’re already thinking about (but might be afraid to say out loud). First episode premiers July 26th. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 26 Jul 2023 | Hospital undies, mom hacks…and us! | 00:45:43 | |
Episode 1 of "Not Your Mommy" is officially here and Katie and Liz are coming in hot with all the things you wish your mom friends talked about. Including the ultimate mom hacks, how to find a (sort of) work/life balance as an entrepreneur and mom, why Skims should be creating hospital underwear and all of the wins and failures in between. This is the first of many conversations that we hope will make you feel a little less alone out there on your mom journey and at the very least make you laugh. Enjoy! Episode Resources: Listen to "Not Your Mommy": Apple / Spotify Follow "Not Your Mommy": Instagram Katie Ruddell: Instagram Liz Hammond: Instagram This episode is produced by More Good Media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 02 Aug 2023 | “Minimomming,” kids on social media & formula | 00:54:23 | |
In the second episode of Not Your Mommy, the mommies are coming at you with convos on co-sleeping, vacationing with kids and their hot takes on everything from formula feeding to newborn photo shoots. They also recap how they are feeling after the launch of their first episode and dive into their thoughts on sharing their kids on social media (or not). This episode is produced by More Good Media. Episode Resources: Listen to "Not Your Mommy": Apple / Spotify Follow "Not Your Mommy": Instagram Katie Ruddell: Instagram Liz Hammond: Instagram Momfluenced by Sara Petersen Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 09 Aug 2023 | Katie’s opening a new location, Liz published an essay, mom’s night in! | 00:59:29 | |
The mommies had a big week! Listen in on their conversation about work wins, bounce back culture, what their reading/listening to and why moms really just want a night in (not a night out). This episode is produced by More Good Media. Episode Resources: Listen to "Not Your Mommy": Apple / Spotify Sophie Collin’s Podcast Episode Really, Good Actually by Monica Heisey Tell Me Everything by Minka Kelly Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 16 Aug 2023 | Laying in bed chatting entrepreneur mat leaves, night nurses and the patriarchy | 00:46:57 | |
In their first IRL episode, Katie and Liz get cozy and talk about their experiences with building a mat leave that worked for them and their businesses. They also dive into the transition of going back to work after having a child, mom guilt, their go-to baby products and Katie’s night nurse (aka her husband). Episode Resources: This episode is produced by More Good Media. Episode Resources: Listen to "Not Your Mommy": Apple / Spotify Liz’s essay in Huffington Post: Read Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 23 Aug 2023 | Reddit parenting, RHONY, Katie’s deep freeze, Britney Spears & feeding kids | 01:04:53 | |
Tune in as the mommies chat everything from the new cast of Real Housewives of New York, doulas and the premium parenting community that exists in Reddit—all before 8AM! They also get into what they miss about life before motherhood, how they approach feeding their kids and Katie’s love of a stocked, organized deep freeze. This episode is produced by More Good Media. Episode Resources: Listen to "Not Your Mommy": Apple / Spotify Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 30 Aug 2023 | Cheap rosé, non-negotiables, Katie’s skincare and leadership after a baby | 00:59:54 | |
The mommies get delirious after dark as they chat about their self care musts, life in the trenches and what they’ve been putting on their face lately. Tune in to hear their thoughts on how work, creativity and leadership changes after a baby. This episode is produced by More Good Media. Episode Resources: Listen to "Not Your Mommy": Apple / Spotify Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 06 Sep 2023 | What’s in/out for fall, Katie the marketing genius, And Just Like That recap | 00:47:52 | |
The Mommies are coming at you live from The Big G! They get into everything they are holding onto and letting go of for fall, their thoughts on And Just Like That, an update on big things happening in Katie’s biz and so much more. This episode is produced by More Good Media. Episode Resources: Listen to "Not Your Mommy": Apple / Spotify Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 13 Sep 2023 | The last epi, back to work, overthinking everything & what’s next for the mommies | 00:55:02 | |
In the final episode of season 1, the mommies reflect on the pod, baby registry strategies, their transitions back to work and stepping into new identities. Big things are coming for season 2—it’s not goodbye but see you soon, Mommies! This episode is produced by More Good Media. Episode Resources: Listen to "Not Your Mommy": Apple / Spotify Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 22 Nov 2023 | The big reunion, postpartum hormones, VOGUE and feeling like a fraud | 01:06:13 | |
The mommies catch up and dive into everything that’s happened during the pod’s hiatus. How Katie’s feeling at work, breastfeeding weaning, second kid contemplation, Liz writing a book, our love for Starbucks, Roman Empires, RHONY and so much more. This episode is produced by More Good Media. Episode Resources: Listen to "Not Your Mommy": Apple / Spotify Not your Mommy: Instagram Katie Ruddell: Instagram Liz Hammond: Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 29 Nov 2023 | Solo parenting, Britney’s memoir, cults, being boy crazy & Katie the scientist | 00:57:32 | |
Katie Ruddell and Liz Hammond (aka the mommies) caught up over peppermint mochas (duh) and talked parenting when your partner is out of town, the way that toddlers test us, what they’ve been reading/watching, the boys were obsessing over and so much more. Episode Resources: Listen to "Not Your Mommy": Apple / Spotify Not your Mommy: Instagram Katie Ruddell: Instagram Liz Hammond: Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 06 Dec 2023 | Liz’s beret, holiday rituals, Kokomo creative sesh, new mom friends, Kris Jenner’s style, drunk eats | 00:42:21 | |
Katie Ruddell and Liz Hammond get creative with Zoom filters in this week’s episode of NYM! They talk about everything from holiday rituals like Elf on the Shelf, to Kris Jenner’s style, how to make new mom friends and Katie’s favourite drunk food. Episode Resources: Listen to "Not Your Mommy": Apple / Spotify Not your Mommy: Instagram Katie Ruddell: Instagram Liz Hammond: Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 13 Dec 2023 | Matching pjs, Katie sleeps over, structuring schedules, 2024 goals | 01:13:35 | |
Katie spent the night in Liz’s guest room so the girls kept things horizontal and caught up on the couch. They recap Liz’s first edible experience, talk about holiday decor, rituals, work wins, their focus for the new year and more! Follow Liz Hammond: https://www.instagram.com/lizz_hammond/ Follow Katie Ruddell: https://www.instagram.com/katieruddell/ Follow Kokomo: https://www.instagram.com/heykokomo/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 20 Dec 2023 | Our First Guest! Lauren Toyota! | 01:21:42 | |
The mommies chat with their FIRST-EVER guest, Youtuber, content creator, entrepreneur, mom and best-selling author, Lauren Toyota. They dive into their pregnancy journeys, C section births, what work looks like after having a baby, putting kids on social media, edibles and navigating the dating world as a new mom. Oh, and get the scoop on what a food blogger feeds her toddler! Follow Lauren: Youtube / Instagram / Website Follow Liz Hammond: https://www.instagram.com/lizz_hammond/ Follow Katie Ruddell: https://www.instagram.com/katieruddell/ Follow Kokomo: https://www.instagram.com/heykokomo/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 27 Dec 2023 | ZADDDDDDIES | 01:10:42 | |
Two pods collide! Katie and Liz catch up with Dean and Zach from A Little More Good and dive into holiday gifting, parenting roles, body dysmorphia, current crushes and so much more. Episode Resources: Listen to "Not Your Mommy": Apple / Spotify A Little More Good: Instagram / Spotify Not your Mommy: Instagram Katie Ruddell: Instagram Liz Hammond: Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 03 Jan 2024 | Rot week, Liz is emo, Christmas recap, ins and outs for 2024 | 00:54:07 | |
The mommies meet in Squamish and catch up after Christmas. During this weird in-between week, they catch up on their latest obsessions, worries, crushes and all the things that have been occupying their minds. Episode Resources: Listen to "Not Your Mommy": Apple / Spotify Not your Mommy: Instagram Katie Ruddell: Instagram Liz Hammond: Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 10 Jan 2024 | In our “wintering” era with a surprise cameo (Ally Maz!) | 00:52:57 | |
We weren’t ready to talk 2024 goals, so we called a friend who is telling the internet that it’s ok to rest. The mommies also chatted parenting while sick, an airplane birth, Jeremy Allan White softcore and everything they’ve been reading and watching. Episode Resources: Listen to "Not Your Mommy": Apple / Spotify Not your Mommy: Instagram Katie Ruddell: Instagram / https://heykokomo.ca/ Liz Hammond: Website Ally Maz’s info: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 17 Jan 2024 | Liz’s Postpartum Mental Health Journey | 00:48:44 | |
In our first-ever solo pod, Liz recaps her nonlinear experience with postpartum depression. She gets raw and honest about how hard it was and shares what she’s learned along the way. *Trigger warning: Depression & conversations about suicide. This episode is produced by More Good Media Episode Resources: Listen to "Not Your Mommy": Apple / Spotify Not your Mommy: Instagram Katie Ruddell: Instagram / https://heykokomo.ca/ Liz Hammond: Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 24 Jan 2024 | Gill Damborg of Brood Family Care | 01:15:16 | |
Gill shares her wealth of knowledge on the importance of postpartum care and creating your own version of what family and motherhood looks like. We get into everything from divorce ideation, entrepreneurships, anchor jobs and open relationships. Gil drops so much wisdom you won’t want to miss! This episode is produced by More Good Media Gil/Brood Info: Episode Resources: Listen to "Not Your Mommy": Apple / Spotify Not your Mommy: Instagram Katie Ruddell: Instagram / https://heykokomo.ca/ Liz Hammond: Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 31 Jan 2024 | Finding The Mom Flow with Erin Sousa | 01:27:01 | |
We sat down with accidental influencer, Erin Sousa to chat entrepreneurship, slowing down, mommy bloggers and more. Erin shares more about her current wellness journey, her insights on the Kyte baby scandal and what reality TV she is loving. Erin Info: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erincsousa/ Website: https://erinsousa.com/ Newsletter:https://erinsousa.substack.com/ Episode Resources: Katie Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katieruddell/ Kokomo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heykokomo/ Kokomo Website: https://heykokomo.ca/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 12 Feb 2024 | Boobs, serum/almond moms, intimacy, pod & book reccos | 00:42:23 | |
Your favourite moms meet for a quick chat and catch up on everything they’ve been reading, watching and listening to. They dive into skincare, aging, being a boy mom, and things Katie doesn’t give AF about like gender reveals! Episode Resources: Katie Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katieruddell/ Kokomo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heykokomo/ Kokomo Website: https://heykokomo.ca/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 14 Feb 2024 | Our New Big Sis, Genieve Burley | 01:01:55 | |
Mom of two, chiropractor, fitness instructor and wellness expert, Genieve Burley shares SO much wisdom on this episode. We talk about postpartum mental health, grieving different stages of our kids’ lives, living with less, late-in-life friendships, friendship breakups and the importance of moving your body. Episode Resources: Katie Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katieruddell/ Kokomo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heykokomo/ Kokomo Website: https://heykokomo.ca/ Genieve Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drgenieveburley/ More Genieve Links: https://linktr.ee/drgenieve Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 21 Feb 2024 | Facebook Marketplace horror stories, cortisol, suburban 90’s snacks, jeans, Katie chooses happiness | 00:59:56 | |
This episode went everywhere from boob updates to Travis Kelce giving us the ick. The mommies also share some of their self care practices that are helping them shift their mindset and manage their cortisol levels. Episode Resources: Katie Instagram Kokomo Instagram Kokomo Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 28 Feb 2024 | Radical Motherhood with Alex D’amour | 01:20:26 | |
The mommies chat with writer, TikTok thought leader, sage soul and mom, Alex D’Amour. They cover a lot of ground and talk about weaning, the problem(s) with modern motherhood, writing, raising boys vs. girls and imagining a better future for our kids. Episode Resources: Katie Instagram Kokomo Instagram Kokomo Website Alex Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexfdamour/ Alex TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@alexfdamour Alex Substack: https://onourmoon.substack.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 06 Mar 2024 | Katie’s Birth Story ft. her husband & doula | 01:18:48 | |
Katie and her husband, Chris reconnect with their doula, Jess Screeton to share their three very unique perspectives from CJ’s birth. Jess on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessicascreeton Jess’ website: https://www.jessicascreeton.com/ Birdee on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hirebirdie/ Birdee’s website: https://birdiemarketing.ca/ Katie Instagram Kokomo Instagram Kokomo Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 13 Mar 2024 | What Bradley Cooper said, WODs, Temu hauls, freelance finances | 00:56:56 | |
The girls got a little silly with this one, talking about everything from the (many) sunglasses Liz got from Temu, what’s going on with Katie’s cortisol, finances and the pomodoro method. Katie reflects on her experience of listening to herself on the podcast and how she’s evolved. Episode Resources: Katie Instagram Kokomo Instagram Kokomo Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 20 Mar 2024 | Workin’ Moms Writer, Karen Kicak | 00:59:32 | |
Katie and Liz chat with filmmaker, essayist and TV writer for the popular show, Workin’ Moms, Karen Kicak! Karen shares the identity shift she experienced going from feeling ambivalent to motherhood to now being a mom to a toddler. She spilled on what it was like to be in the writer’s room as a new mom on a show about working moms. We talked about the “just wait” conversations that often consume how we talk about parenthood and her desire to shift to softness and positivity in motherhood. Karen Kicak: http://instagram.com/karenkicak Workin’ Moms: https://www.cbc.ca/workinmoms/m_site/ https://www.instagram.com/workinmoms/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 27 Mar 2024 | Lavender lattes, daycare transitions, makeup, Summer House, spring style | 00:49:14 | |
On this chatty episode, Liz and Katie dive into makeup routines, spring style confusion, and their thoughts on the latest season of Summer House. Of course Katie has granular scheduling questions and they celebrate her little guy starting daycare! Episode Resources: Katie Instagram Kokomo Instagram Kokomo Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 04 Apr 2024 | Katie’s Muse—Miriam Alden, Founder of Brunette the Label | 01:02:11 | |
The mommies met with Miriam - the CEO and Creative Director of Brunette the Label and Brunette Showroom - to learn more about how she balances motherhood with running a business and finding space for creativity. We talk about goal setting, manifestation and returning to work after having a baby when your business needs you. Miriam is so honest and inspiring—you’ll love this convo with her. Episode Resources: Miriam: https://www.instagram.com/miriamalden/?hl=en Brunette the Label: https://brunettethelabel.com/ https://instagram.com/brunettethelabel Katie Instagram Kokomo Instagram Kokomo Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 10 Apr 2024 | Katie’s sexy voice, jean recon, cooking, reading, manifesting | 01:07:17 | |
A blonde and a brunette get together and deep dive into Katie’s denim journey, what they are reading, eating, cooking and thinking about. They both commit to saying less yes in April and overshare about periods because, obviously. Katie Instagram Kokomo Instagram Kokomo Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 17 Apr 2024 | A Not Safe for Mom Group Convo With Alexis Barad-Cutler | 00:52:46 | |
Liz chats with Alexis Barad-Cutler—writer, mother and founder of the online and IRL community, Not Safe for Mom Group. They talk about trad wives, mom content, Dr. Becky, boobs, her writing process and so much more! Not Safe for Mom Group: https://www.notsafeformomgroup.com/ https://www.instagram.com/notsafeformomgroup/ Alexis: http://www.alexisbaradcutler.com/ https://www.instagram.com/alexisbaradcutler/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 24 Apr 2024 | There’s Nothing Revolutionary About This Podcast—And We Like It That Way | 00:53:31 | |
Katie is back from daycare sickness purgatory so the moms catch up on everything and nothing. They dive into the merits of various Costco locations (groundbreaking stuff), why Liz wants you to stop and enjoy the cherry blossoms, new reality TV faves, Brandy Melville, making friends as a mom and entrepreneur and when did we all become man haters?! Episode Resources: Katie Instagram Kokomo Instagram Kokomo Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 01 May 2024 | Tortured Poets, Kourtney is queen, optimize your life, pumping gas | 01:08:03 | |
Two moms talk their thoughts on Taylor’s latest album and the Kardashian sisters on Instagram. Katie fills us in on her foray into meal prepping services and her new obsession with Cleantok videos. Both gals marvel at their ability to pump gas and host a weekly podcast, on top of it all! Episode Resources: Katie Instagram Kokomo Instagram Kokomo Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 08 May 2024 | Liz is on TikTok, an idea for a novel, Katie tries “the wet look,” influenceng/de-influencing | 01:03:33 | |
This is an episode primarily about TikTok, if we’re being honest. Katie and Liz share some recent faves - shampoo, period underwear, a bralette - and dig into some things that are getting under their skin. Katie ponders the power of subscription services and wonders what life would be like if daycare groomed our children. Episode Resources: Katie Instagram Kokomo Instagram Kokomo Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 22 May 2024 | Summer bucket lists, Katie’s new car, a sexy book, the healing power of a quick sob | 00:56:25 | |
The mommies are feeling spicy today in this juicy convo about everything from summer bucket lists to the hottest guy on TikTok and Katie’s nearly pathological obsession with returning things. They dive into email etiquette and how nothing at work is really that hard once you’ve become a mom. Episode Resources: Katie Instagram Kokomo Instagram Kokomo Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 29 May 2024 | Pinterest for the People, Krista Lavrusik | 00:57:33 | |
The mommies chat with content creator, expert thrifter and mom to four boys, Krista Lavrusik. This fun convo spans everything from diving into the world of influencing and content creation, what we should be thrifting this summer and how Krista finds balance at home with four busy boys. It’s a fun one!! Krista Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/kristalavrusik/ Krista TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@krista.lavrusik Krista Website:https://kristalavrusik.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 05 Jun 2024 | Sexy Mode: Activated | 00:44:54 | |
Live from Katie’s bed, the mommas discuss important topics such as drycleaners, Kardashians, soul mates and hot books. They also explore the unique transition of being a “body of nourishment” to reactivating sexy mode. Episode Resources: Katie Instagram Kokomo Instagram Kokomo Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 19 Jun 2024 | Tennis and cowboys, thrifting, speeding tickets and spray tans | 00:54:19 | |
This juicy little episode covers everything from Katie’s recent run-in with the police and a healing moment she had with her first Kokomo location. Liz talks about her recent obsession with spray tans and how she’s planning on having a nostalgic 90s summer. Episode Resources: Katie Instagram Kokomo Instagram Kokomo Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 26 Jun 2024 | Starting a new business with Katie (Part 1) | 00:44:00 | |
Katie is solo this week, going down memory lane to answer your questions about how and why Kokomo was started. She covers everything from how Kokomo went from a goal on paper to opening her first location—including building a business plan, her mental wellbeing, financing, start up costs, finding a location, and things that surprised her once she opened. Part 2 coming soon! Katie Instagram Kokomo Instagram Kokomo Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 03 Jul 2024 | Reading, Writing & Zoloft’ing with Liz | 00:31:31 | |
In this solo epi, Liz does a full dive into her summer reading list (we’ve included details for the books below). She gives an update on where she’s at with her writing and talks about her experience of being on different antidepressants. Book Recs: I’m Mostly Here to Enjoy Myself Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 10 Jul 2024 | Catch Up With Your Girls | 00:53:28 | |
This just in—Katie has cut out caffeine and has a longstanding, meaningful relationship with Owen Wilson you didn’t know about. The mommies dive into some wellness swaps Katie has been making lately, how their summers are going and contemplate whether Liz might actually have a chance with Jeremy Allen White! Episode Resources: Katie Instagram Kokomo Instagram Kokomo Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 17 Jul 2024 | Day to day business ops with Katie (Part 2) | 00:40:59 | |
Katie is solo this week, answering all your questions about running a business. She shares what her typical day looks like, how she structures her team, managing staff, when to grow your business and how to navigate through hard times like a negative cash flow. Episode Resources: Katie Instagram Kokomo Instagram Kokomo Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 24 Jul 2024 | The Summer Sendoff | 00:52:03 | |
In the final episode of this season, the mommies talk about their soft girl summers and what they’ve been crossing off their bucket lists. They reflect on the last year of motherhood and podcasting and chat about their hopes and dreams for the pod when they are back in action this fall! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 02 Oct 2024 | The mommies are back with major life updates | 00:51:07 | |
Did you miss us?? Get caught up with your girls and hear their top five life updates—all major in their own way with many solo pods to come to dive deeper. The mommies also give their hot take on the Secret Lives of Mormon Wives. It's good to be back. Very Important Episode Links: Keep Up With Your Girls: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 09 Oct 2024 | Liz breaks girl code, moms in the media & Shallow Hal syndrome | 00:50:18 | |
If you're reading this, you now know our show notes are the hottest place on the internet! In this epi the mommies discuss their new girl-powered podcast team, their renewed crush on Seth Cohen, and all the juicy TV they're watching. They get deep on this year's buzziest book and dish on some of their fave moms in the media like Margot Robbie and Kourtney K. Very Important Episode Links: Keep Up With Your Girls: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 16 Oct 2024 | Katie's ADHD Diaries | 00:53:42 | |
In this solo episode, Katie does a deep dive into her journey with ADHD, aka her superpower. She discusses her diagnosis and the systems and tools she learned to manage her ADHD without meds for 20 years. Katie spills on why she decided to explore meds again a year after returning to work post-baby and shares more about how they are working for her and the practices she is using to stay balanced while on them. Meds and all, she's still our eccentric girl, and we love her. Very Important Episode Links: Cat Marnell - How to Murder Your Life Keep Up With Your Girls: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 23 Oct 2024 | Liz Chats With Memoirist, Barrie Miskin | 00:46:01 | |
Liz chats with our first guest of the season, Barrie Miskin, NYC-based author of, Hell Gate Bridge: A Memoir of Motherhood, Madness, and Hope. Barrie shares more about her experience of navigating a mysterious mental illness during pregnancy and postpartum. She talks about spending time in psychiatric facilities and the gaps in maternal mental healthcare in the US. While her story is terrifying and tragic in many ways, it's filled with so much light and refreshing honesty. You'll adore Barrie! Very Important Episode Links: Keep Up With Your Girls: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 06 Nov 2024 | Pelvic Floor Health is Everything with Kate Von Schellwitz | 00:57:08 | |
Liz chats with Pelvic Floor Physiotherapist, Kate Von Schellwitz in this juicy episode. Kate shares her wealth of knowledge about all things pelvic floor recovery and how important pelvic floor health is for our overall quality of life. She's also a mom to two boys so gets it and encourages you to prioritize sleep over kegels - but to remember that it's common, not normal to leak pee. Liz also does a kegel live on air with Kate's expert guidance! Very Important Episode Links: Keep Up With Your Girls: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 30 Oct 2024 | Katie's new jeans, McDonald's Monopoly, Liz's life after IUD | 01:03:24 | |
The girls are back together and covering a LOT of ground. From hormones and RHONY, to the secret to life, hope, and dreams, this is a freaky little doozy of an ep! Also this just in—motherhood changes you and Katie checked a major life goal off her list. Very Important Episode Links: Keep Up With Your Girls: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 13 Nov 2024 | The Voice of the internet: Taylor Loren | 01:09:34 | |
Katie chats with long-time internet bestie Taylor Loren about all things ADHD, the life of a Fractional CMO, planning for motherhood, and Bravo, of course. Very Important Episode Links: Keep Up With Your Girls: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 20 Nov 2024 | The BIG catch up: Giggly Squad, Liz's trip to Hawaii, Martha Stewart, dirty diet coke | 00:52:33 | |
The mommies get all caught up after what's felt like YEARS apart. They talk about some of their fave pregnant reality TV stars and TikTokers, Katie's journey with retinol, matching family pjs, and so much more! Your gals might not understand insider trading or politics, but they do know a thing or two about niche reading recommendations, supplements, holiday coffees, Malanaia, the list goes on. Very Important Episode Links: Margo's Got Money Troubles: A Novel Keep Up With Your Girls: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 27 Nov 2024 | Neurodivergent-affirming parenting & advocacy with Leila Toigo | 00:38:35 | |
Fellow writer, mother, and founder of the growing online community, Sprinkled Spectrum, Leila Toigo joins us to talk all about her experience of parenting a neurodivergent, gesalt language processing daughter. She shares what she's learned about herself through the process of receiving her daughter's diagnosis, and what inspired her to start sharing videos and education online. Leila also offers tips on how parents of neurotypical kids can advocate for autistic individuals. You'll love learning from Leila! Very Important Episode Links: Sprinkled Spectrum on Instagram Sincerely, Your Autistic Child Uniquely Human: A Different Way of Seeing Autism Keep Up With Your Girls: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 04 Dec 2024 | The adjacent tangent, T Swift, Christmas decor | 00:59:47 | |
This episode goes on an array of wild tangents, so buckle up! Liz recaps her trip to Toronto and Taylor Swift; Katie shares another chaotic Temu haul and has an existential crisis about Christmas decor. She also reveals a hidden talent and shocks us all by actually getting an idiom right! Sic 'em Rex! Very Important Episode Links: Margo's Got Money Troubles: A Novel Keep Up With Your Girls: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 11 Dec 2024 | Katie shops the US, Christmas day culture, aging vaginas | 01:12:14 | |
A prolific convo about everything from books, marriage, Lindsay Lohan, and the enduring pressure to be perky and puffed as a woman! It's one of our better episodes and yet, we have no idea what we chatted about for an hour. Enjoy! Very Important Episode Links: Kokomo gift card details: Spend $100, get $120 Spend $200, get $250 Spend $500, get $650 Keep Up With Your Girls: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 18 Dec 2024 | God is a woman (& other truths) | 00:59:41 | |
In the last episode of the year, the mommies chat Christmas traditions with kids, wellness hacks for the holiday season, and Liz's newfound love for Travis Kelce. They divulge some staggering stats about our listenership, speculate what Taylor is doing post-Eras Tour, and the secret to ordering the perfect martini. Very Important Episode Links: Kokomo gift card details: Spend $100, get $120 Spend $200, get $250 Spend $500, get $650 Keep Up With Your Girls: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 08 Jan 2025 | It's 2025 and we're mall girls | 01:03:06 | |
After a holiday break, the mommies catch up and share (in detail) some of their recent adventures at the mall. They discuss Paige & Craig's breakup, Meghan Markle's new show, sparkly eyeshadow, and Liz's identity shift from hipster princess to wannabe Parisienne girl. Your girls talk about Mel Robbin's Let Them Theory, the cinnamon ritual, and their comfort creators they love following. Very Important Episode Links: Keep Up With Your Girls: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 15 Jan 2025 | The Motherload with Sarah Hoover | 00:57:36 | |
Liz chats with author of the must-read motherhood memoir of 2025, Sarah Hoover! They dive into her experience of living through and writing about postpartum depression, marriage after kids, female rage, second babies and so.much.more. Listen to this epi then read her book immediately! Very Important Episode Links: Keep Up With Your Girls: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 21 Jan 2025 | Katie's Daily Habits (and how she manages her cortisol) | 00:58:21 | |
In this solo episode, Katie takes us through her daily habits that help her manage her cortisol, stress levels, and overall health. She dives into everything from her approach to screen time, supplements, workouts, planning her life around her cycle, meal prep, going fragrance free, and lots of other Katie-coded practices that actually work! Very Important Episode Links: The rest is here: Katie's Amazon Storefront Keep Up With Your Girls: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 29 Jan 2025 | Vasectomies, taking our meds, why Katie cried in yoga | 00:59:01 | |
Before Katie jets off to Hong Kong/ Bali, the girls catch up on what's been happening in TikTok, US politics (sorta), influencer pregnancy announcements, and their recent relationship with pharmaceuticals. Katie pronounces a word in an entirely new way and they discuss the details of what Katie will be packing and reading on her trip. Very Important Episode Links: Keep Up With Your Girls: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 05 Feb 2025 | Lauren Shuster's Surrogacy Journey | 00:49:36 | |
Liz chats with Lauren Shuster, a friend of the pod's, about her traumatic birth and journey to pursuing surrogacy. Lauren shares how she went from sending a letter to almost every woman she's ever known, asking for help on this unknown and overwhelming path to motherhood, to having an old friend from elementary school carry her two beautiful babies. Lauren's gorgeous daughter, Charlie makes a cameo and Liz asks all the questions you might be wondering about what it's like to have another woman carry your child. Lauren was so open and vulnerable about her experience—you're going to learn so much from her story. Very Important Episode Links: Keep Up With Your Girls: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 12 Feb 2025 | Katie's untangling: the Hong Kong/Bali recap | 00:53:28 | |
The mommies are finally back together after Katie's big trip! Katie catches us up on all her favorite spots in Hong Kong, what she realized about herself when she was away, and what really went down in Bali. They chat about Housewives, Summer House drama, why the Kardashians are the ultimate low-cortisol content, and some new Netflix shows they're loving. Very Important Episode Links: Keep Up With Your Girls: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 19 Feb 2025 | Talking reality TV with Taylor Loren | 01:08:48 | |
Katie catches up with fellow reality TV junkie, Taylor Loren, on all their favourite shows. Tune in to get their take on the latest Housewife drama, the Paige & Craig breakup, Southern Charm, the soothing power of the Kardashians, and the premiere of this season of Summerhouse! Very Important Episode Links: Keep Up With Your Girls: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 26 Feb 2025 | Motherhood & movement with Julie Chutter | 00:52:49 | |
Liz catches up with pregnancy and postpartum movement coach, Julie Chutter. Julie's been a part of the Vancouver fitness industry for over 10 years and since having two boys, her focus has shifted to helping new moms rebuild strength and connect through group classes. She shares her tips for prenatal movement and easing back into fitness after baby. Julie also share what she's learned about herself and her relationship to movement since becoming a mom. Very Important Episode Links: Keep Up With Your Girls: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||