Those weird little bumps or holes on your kid’s skin? They might not

From

Key Molluscum Takeaways:

What molluscum contagiosum is, what it looks like, and the sneaky ways it spreads.

Why you should never attempt a DIY removal (seriously—leave the beetles where they belong).

The real deal on “Beetlejuice” and why dermatologists swear by it.

Smart prevention tips to stop molluscum from hijacking your kid’s summer.

And because we love a good gross-meets-fascinating mashup, stick around for a Bonus Best-Of featuring:

Dr. Pedram Ghasri with expert derm advice on skin safety and summer care.

Beef‑fat facials (yes, people actually do this for their skin).

Chris Wark’s inspiring journey from

And finally, a showdown with the so-called miracle solution for bug season: mosquito repellent bracelets. Do they actually work, or are they just another summer gimmick? Kara puts them to the test.

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This episode explores the idea of “gross oversight” and asks whether the Coldplay Caught On Cam story that won’t die is really about owning our actions—even when we’re caught.

Hip-hop legend Pretty Ken (Ken Stokes)—known for working with artists

Fun Fact: Jennie and Ken are longtime friends. As a former Billboard-charting artist, Jennie first worked with Ken when she sang the hook on Jeezy’s "Rainy Days."

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Adult diapers are trending—no, seriously—they are not just for Times Square on New Year’s Eve anymore and Kara has A Story... Jennie gets the surprise of a lifetime from Kara with a birthday message from NSYNC’s Lance Bass. Then, while in Las Vegas she and Molly bump into Jenny McCarthy for some beauty confessions that belong in the Oh Gross! hall of fame.

This episode is full of surprises and favorite moments from past episodes!

Key Takeaways:

Gross toys were part of childhood, and we wouldn't have it any other way.

Being prepared isn't paranoid—it's practical.

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In this episode start with a summer announcement from Kara and the RE-RELEASE of this episode.

What happens on the Backstreet Boys tour bus definitely doesn’t stay on the tour bus. In this laugh-out-loud episode, Jennie and Molly dish on their pop star days, spilling the tea (and maybe some cringe-worthy truths) about a certain unexpected guest that hitched a ride: a tapeworm. Yep, you read that right—this isn’t your average behind-the-scenes story!

Jennie, Kara and Molly are also thrilled to welcome the legendary Mama Jan Smith, the Grammy-winning vocal coach behind music's biggest stars, for an inspiring and hilarious chat just in time for Thanksgiving. Mama Jan shares motivational gems that’ll warm your heart—and reveals her own ‘Oh Gross!’ moment featuring worms in a way only she can.

Tune in for all the laughs, the inspiration, and a few moments that’ll make you say, Oh Gross!

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Every time your little one scratches their butt, you don’t need to freak out—but you should investigate pinworms. As the most common parasitic infection in the U.S., pinworms often stay under the radar despite how easily they spread.

Kara, Jennie, and Molly get honest about how pinworms wriggle into your home (hint: nail biting is basically a worm expressway), why the classic tape test is the gold standard for pinworm diagnosis, and how racing

Key Takeaways

Nail biting and finger licking create a direct route for pinworm transmission.

The tape test is a simple, at-home way to confirm a pinworm infestation.

Itching around the anus and insomnia are red-flag symptoms of pinworms.

Pinworms spread easily within families—quick action stops the cycle.

Consistent handwashing, clean bedding, and targeted treatments are your best defense.

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This week on Oh Gross!, Kara, Jennie and Molly  explore how anger is consistently mischaracterized as a bad emotion and get real about anger management and why “losing it” isn’t the shameful glitch we’ve been sold. This week's guest. licensed therapist, author and anger-management expert Anita Avedian—one of Kara’s own teachers—leads the conversation on how to smash the stigma around this vital emotion. Topics tackled about understanding your temper include:

Anger vs. Aggression
Master the critical split between an emotion and a behavior—your first step to healthier emotional regulation.

Taboo Trigger
Discover why even saying the word “anger” can spark defensiveness—and how normalizing it dissolves the shame.

Inside Out IRL
How that Pixar moment taught Kara to name her feelings—and how labeling rewires your brain for better mental health.

Body Alerts
From racing heartbeats to clenched jaws, learn the physical “red flags” your body sends before your mind catches on.

Unmasking Hidden Feels
Anger often masks hurt, fear, or shame—why curiosity trumps combativeness when you dig deeper.

Pause & Reset
Try our quick breathing hack (long exhale > inhale) to flip from reactive to responsive in seconds.

Plus: real-world tips for role-modeling emotional literacy with your kids, why digital screens turbocharge frustration, and the forgiveness trick that turns conflict into connection.

Stay curious, stay gross—and catch all the feels (not the shame) on Oh Gross!

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Mindfulness doesn’t end with Mindful May. Kara's former MBSR teacher Cassie Schindler returns to chat about how to find the version of meditation that works for you. In Part 2 of our mindfulness series, we dig into burnout, how our brain actually works, and what really happens in your nervous system when you pause—even for just 90 seconds.

Cassie walks us through a short, accessible guided meditation and shows how small “mind your moments” check-ins can reset stress before it

In this episode you’ll get:

A practical guided meditation you can try between meetings

Tips to calm your nervous system during real-life chaos

The difference between a dopamine detox and a true reset

Kid-tested mindful-parent moves that actually land

A primer on whole-brain living and the right-brain path to more joy

Whether you’re grabbing a quiet breath in the carpool line or stepping away from an inbox avalanche, consider this your permission to

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At Oh Gross!, we’re all about the stuff that makes people squirm—and sometimes, that includes sitting still with our own thoughts. In this episode, the team unpacks one of the most misunderstood words in mental health and wellness: mindfulness.

Kara, Jennie, and Molly are joined by mindfulness educator and MBSR

Together, they break down what mindfulness actually is—and what it definitely isn’t. No incense. No chanting. No pressure to be “calm all the time.” Just real talk about how mindfulness can support emotional regulation, reduce stress, and rewire your brain for resilience.

This conversation covers:
– The science behind mindfulness and how it improves brain function
– Why you can’t fail at mindfulness (really)
– What silent retreats, inbox anxiety, and baby mountain lions have in common
– Simple ways to start mindfulness without changing your whole lifestyle

Whether you're stressed, skeptical, or just curious, this episode offers a

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We’re continuing our Mindful May series with a deeper, more honest look at your relationship with money. Certified financial planner and Everyone’s Talkin’ Money podcast host Shannah Game is back, with powerful mindset shifts and unexpected stories.

You’ll learn:

This episode is money therapy in the best way: no spreadsheets, no

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Let’s face it—most of us would rather talk about bed bugs, lice, or even what’s growing on our cutting boards before we’d dare bring up…money. So why is something that is a necessity so uncomfortable to talk about or discuss?

This week on Oh Gross!, we get real about financial shame, anxiety, and the stress of just splitting a dinner bill. Our guest is Shannah Game, Certified Financial Planner™, award-winning Money Wellness expert, author, and host of the Everyone’s Talkin’ Money podcast. Shannah’s mission is to break the silence around money—and help you do the same.

She shares judgment-free tips for untangling money drama, calming financial anxiety, and having honest conversations about cash without spiraling into shame. Because money isn’t gross—it’s just something we were never taught how to talk about.

 In this episode, we cover:
– Why setting a weekly 15-minute “money date” (yes, just like a real date) can totally shift your financial stress
– How to cancel old subscriptions, catch weird charges, and stop dodging your bank balance
– Why clarity—not spreadsheets or guilt—is the real first step to feeling better about money

This Mindful May episode is here to help you take your power back—one tiny money habit at a time.

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