The Mamas are dying to whisper some words of advice in The Bachelorettes’ ears. (The call of the patriarchy… it’s coming from inside the producer’s headset!) Meanwhile, they’re drunk on vacation vibes that only the likes of J.K. Rowling’s transphobia and climate crisis headlines can puncture. In Listener Questions, a shift in earning power unsettles a former stay-at-home Mom and a bridesmaid has cold feet.

Kalimba wants/forces Karen to watch The Bachelorette with her, so bear with our breakdown of men's bare ankles, oiled chests, fragile egos, and cross necklaces. Kalimba's youngest son has a novel understanding of preventing STDs that could greatly benefit Bachelor Nation. Also, how to handle a friend's unexplained chilliness and a Harry Styles hot take.

Queer educator, activist, and Tik Tok sensation Flint joins the Mamas for a conversation about their life as a nonbinary public high school English teacher and how to be more empathetic, more curious, and less of an asshole in this world.

A best friend's surgery has Karen feeling in need of a pep talk from past-their-prime movie stars. Eager for a break from reality, the Mamas turn their eyes toward matters of money and fantasy. Whether your mind turns towards rolling around on a soft bed of bills or having the extra dough to spring for a therapist, may all your fiscal dreams come true. In Clint Questions, a single mom is nervous about her right to date. 

Bad news: Turns out Karen really is a Karen. Let this Mama’s foot-in-mouth moments make you feel better about yourself, Listener. Kalimba continues to explore her identity, starting with the African roots of her name. In Questions, a Listener worries about saying I love you.