No Drama Mamas

This week we chat about being unraveled at the Olivia Rodrigo concert, parenting teenagers, and holiday gift giving to hostesses and teachers. 

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Chapters
00:00 Kellie’s reset: an early jog with her son
03:57 Stress, Pilates training, and finding a morning boost
06:07 Teen nostalgia, birthday celebrations, and a Tokyo surprise
13:58 School activities, Olivia Rodrigo, and a mother-daughter night
21:10 The resale-ticket scare and how Kellie handled it
26:01 A two-hour concert, November traditions, and holiday season
33:06 Thanksgiving menus, kale salad, and pheasant talk
41:59 Hostess gifts, teacher presents, and Christmas-card timing
49:55 Subscription reminders, birthday serenades, and a podcast milestone

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Thanksgiving recipes: https://www.marthastewart.com/353184/perfect-roast-turkey
Kale Salad: https://www.foodiecrush.com/kale-salad-with-butternut-squash-chickpeas-and-tahini-dressing/

#unraveled #oliviarodrigo #parentingteens #holidaygifts #giftguide 

Tara G and Kellie catch up after travel, swapping stories about Halloween mischief, family, football, and the pop-culture finds filling their feeds. We also talk books, reality TV, home-renovation nostalgia, and Pilates, including Tara’s effort to help her mom regain mobility through exercise.

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Chapters
00:00 Jet lag, daylight savings, and a fire alarm waiting at home
03:30 Showing up tired, then swapping Halloween stories
06:01 Mike Ditka costumes and the 250-egg Halloween caper
09:30 Mischief Night and the hosts’ 1990s bedroom makeovers
11:20 A Bills game with family and an unexpected listener reunion
13:21 Mariah Carey, Jay-Z, and the Super Bowl halftime show
18:25 The Traitors, celebrity casts, and a game kids play in real life
20:33 90s nostalgia: Crash, sponge painting, and accent walls
33:01 Books, historical fiction, and holiday reading plans
39:46 Pilates, helping Tara’s mom move, and looking good under an X-ray
43:22 An estate sale, historic homes, and The Gilded Age
47:02 Cats, homework, and signing off for November

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This week Kellie and Tara catch up in Capitol Hill together in person! We chat about East of Eden, watching the next season of Nobody Wants This and Halloween. 

Chapters

00:00 A fall visit, full moon, and Halloween-week energy
03:08 Reality TV’s child-star pressures and the Kate Gosselin era
06:35 Scarecrow Bob, Halloween costumes, and DC traditions
15:29 Why the East of Eden series is a must-watch
18:26 Choice, Cathy, and the story’s difficult questions
21:43 Zoe Kazan’s Steinbeck connection and the earlier film
24:47 Book talk, family nostalgia, and a Capitol Hill dinner
31:13 Nobody Wants This, Giggly Squad, and live podcast plans
33:21 Taylor Swift fandom and what makes live shows work
41:17 Podcast tour dreams, managers, and the housewife job
46:24 One year of podcasting, Thanksgiving, and Bills fandom
53:02 A musical sign-off and a thank-you to listeners

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This week Kellie and Tara chat about Mothering people in society, how much we love Eminem and the Killers, and going to lunch with your neighbors. 

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Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates
02:00 Parenting and Self-Care Challenges
03:58 Cultural Commentary on Media and Society
06:10 Humor as a Coping Mechanism
08:01 The Art of Notewriting and Staying Connected
09:56 Reflections on Media Reboots and Cultural Shifts
11:52 Balancing Personal Life and Community Roles
13:59 Humor, Parenting, and Society's Expectations
16:00 The Power of Personal Stories and Connections
18:00 Closing Thoughts and Life Lessons

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 #moms #podcast #over40 #over40women #popculture  #90'smom #90s #90skids #

This week we chat about the stresses of school homework and grades, how we're ready for Scorpio season, and fun haunted houses for Halloween adventures! 

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Weekly Drowning in Life
02:02 Parenting Challenges and School Stress
04:00 London Adventures and Cultural Insights
10:08 Astrology Signs and Personalities
20:00 Humor in Parenting and Social Media
30:02 Divorce Stories and Emotional Lessons
39:48 Halloween, Christmas, and Holiday Preparations
49:58 Reflections on Family, Birth Order, and Personalities

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This week we chat about binging TikTok for Natalie's divorce saga, what being a cool mom looks like, and gushing over Dakota Johnson. 
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Chapters

00:00 Introduction and episode overview
01:59 Parenting stories and weekend highlights
04:58 The importance of kindness and gratitude
10:00 Navigating chaos and setting boundaries
14:55 Social media and its impact on relationships
20:01 Building authentic friendships
25:09 Lessons from everyday life and community
30:00 Halloween preparations and seasonal fun
34:49 Reflections on personal growth and connection

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This week we chat about showing up to weddings, our thoughts on Taylor Swift Patient Zero music video and the Encore songs, as well as Halloween family costume fun.  Come have some laughs with us. 

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Chapters
00:00 Introduction and recent wedding stories
01:54 Life's unpredictability and managing expectations
04:05 Cultural traditions at Indian and Punjabi Sikh weddings
08:00 Fashion, accessories, and participation in cultural festivities
11:59 Travel adventures and weather surprises at weddings
17:12 Friendship, nostalgia, and celebrating milestones
22:08 London life, local attractions, and weekend activities
28:15 Taylor Swift's music videos, awards, and artistic expression
33:57 Music videos, concerts, and nostalgic favorites
39:58 Holiday season, Christmas markets, and travel plans
47:01 Family costumes, Halloween traditions, and upcoming plans
53:06 Reflections on caring for family and personal time

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This week it's Tara's birthday and Kellie's 17th wedding anniversary.  Come celebrate with us as we chat about emo songs, how everyone should be following and listening to Dr. Becky, and giving a Roast & Toast at a wedding.  Happy Libra season!! 

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction and birthday celebrations
03:18 Dance floor antics and flu recovery
06:54 Sleepover mishaps and funny stories
10:50 Hydrangeas and garden talk
14:25 Parenting challenges and validation
20:01 School choices and boarding school discussions
25:22 Parenting styles and emotional intelligence
27:58 Celebrating achievements and family pride
30:38 Upcoming wedding and cultural preparations
34:53 Book and show recommendations
37:27 Tragic news about Preston Crawford
39:14 Mental health awareness and support
40:41 Humorous tips on avoiding danger
42:13 Funny stories and childhood nostalgia
43:46 Music, pop culture, and teenage memories
45:07 Wedding preparations and family traditions
48:56 Outfit dilemmas and cultural attire
50:26 Weekend plans and family time
52:08 Anniversary reflections and love lessons
53:35 Closing remarks and gratitude

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Check out more on Dr. Becky: https://www.goodinside.com/about/

This week we talk about sports!  Opening weekend watching our favorite teams and a few misses from bad behavior, how much we loved seeing Olivia Benson with Olivia Benson, and the struggles of parents moving in their kids to college before cutting the cord. 

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Chapters

00:00 Catch-up and health updates
00:28 Pop culture and celebrity cat stories
02:18 Taylor Swift's cats and celebrity naming
03:39 The Emmys and fashion highlights
04:15 Football season excitement and family moments
10:48 Aaron Rodgers and Shaylee Woodley's relationship
12:37 Celebrity gossip and internet rumors
18:34 Emmy winners and fashion highlights
27:41 Sydney Sweeney's controversial ad
41:08 Back-to-school moments and parenting humor
44:13 College life and social media trends
47:32 Parenting independence and resilience
52:57 Life transitions and family updates
55:21 Closing thoughts and positivity

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This week we talk about the new movie Primetime based off the 2000's show To Catch a Predator, how your zodiac sign can organize your life, and how much we love Sandy Bullock and seeing her in Practical Magic promos. 

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Summer Catch-up
02:05 Garden Mishaps: Wasp Stings and Hydrangeas
04:02 London's Hidden Gems: VNA East Showroom
07:00 Books and Movies: From East of Eden to Practical Magic
11:59 The Fascinating World of Astrology in Schools
20:02 True Crime and Crime Shows: Spotlight and To Catch a Predator
30:00 Favorite Films: The Proposal, Speed, and More
40:00 London Foodie Adventures and Cultural Vibes
44:53 Upcoming Events: Rosh Hashanah and Discovery Week
50:00 Fun with Zodiac Signs in the Classroom

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Mentioned in the Episode: 

VNA East: https://www.vam.ac.uk/east?srsltid=AfmBOooN8LHDoaoM210bSVoB4jlsUcaAnOmDLPCWRQKwjwZ3VgB-xpv5
Mad Mabel: https://amzn.to/46MTrbO