We begin this week's episode with a little Built Puff bar drama. Kelly is obsessed and now Lizz is jumping on the bandwagon and taking one too many bars from the Stumpe stash. Could this cause a major riff between the sisters? 

Kelly spent some time this week doing a little Facebook snooping and realizing that parenting is the great equalizer. The cool kids in high school are also changing diapers and going to Disney on Ice and it feels so satisfying to see. Meanwhile, Lizz is getting ready to finally feel settled by the end of 2025. But first there is a whole host of home projects that need to be done that will require them to move out for a little while. In the end, Lizz says it will be all worth it. 

It's time to check in with Last Three Transactions. Lizz is all about buying stuff to make her life easier this week, like a belt hole puncher and glue traps for the bugs that get in her house. Plus, popsicle molds to made some easy sweet treats this summer. Kelly is on a health journey and bought some weights for her garage workouts. She also got more of those Geometry dish towels she's obsessed with and a headband and bow combo to tame some unruly child hair.

Finally, in Ditch the Drive-Thru Kelly is giving you some easy dinner ideas based on what she is eating this week. Who wants flank steak, nachos or barbeque chicken sweet potatoes?  

The Easter Bunny will be here this weekend and there was talk of him bringing some friends to join the menagerie in the Stumpe house. While that idea has subsided, the ladies are still excited for the holiday and all the amazing brunch food it brings with it. The good news is that Kelly has perfected her hard-boiled eggs! 

Speaking of animals, Kelly and Lizz had a busy weekend taking the four young kids to the zoo solo. Luckily, the animals were on point and they used it as an opportunity to get their workout in. Since they're on the topic of zoos and the animals in them, it's time to talk about the jump scare that was Robert Irwin's thirst trap pictures on social media. If you were confused, you aren't the only one! Where is the family friendly zoo content? 

How do you store your kid's pajamas? Kelly discovered a new method this week that has changed the nighttime routine forever. It gets the ladies into a discussion on finding the best systems for your family and figuring out what works for you. Have a hamper in the kitchen? Fine! Laundry basket in the closet solely for donations? Do it! 

In Industry News, it's time to talk Cybertruck. Tesla has announced they will start selling a stripped version of the polarizing vehicle at massively reduced prices. Will it be enough to get them off the lot? Speaking of new cars we're getting our first look of the 2026 Hyundai Palisade and Kelly and Lizz have thoughts. Plus, the rumors of the 2026 Kia Telluride. 

Finally, in Ditch the Drive-Thru, Kelly and Lizz take back everything they said about Tyler's steak salad order because a good salad always slaps! 

Happy Thursday and Happy birthday Tyler! This leads into a conversation on birthday traditions and what Kelly and Lizz's perfect birthday dinner would be. They also share their marriage advice of the day and reveal trauma from their dad's lectures. 

But the big thing they need to talk about is once again tariffs. This week, they have someone that can hopefully shed a little more light on the subject, Jenna from SmartHer News. She explains exactly what a tariff is and why it can affect so many things we buy every day. If the whole tariff conversation has you confused, this conversation is a must listen! 

Jenna is a journalist, so Kelly and Lizz take some time to also talk about her favorite news stories right now and how to find the truth in modern day media. Plus, what she's driving and her favorite Ditch the Drive-Thru dish! 

Everywhere you look people are talking about Chat CPT and other AI technology. It can be a little scary, but can it be used for good? Kelly put Chat GPT to test to see if they could get any use out of it and had it write the podcast today! Did it give them any gems? 

It's first suggestion was to talk about chaos moments or funny kid quotes. While they couldn't think of any, it did bring up some drama at the library. Then, it suggested a segment called "What's in the Snack Bag?" which is basically Taste drive and Lizz brought a new viral snack for the ladies to try, frozen grapes. Spoilers: not a fan. 

Chat GPT then suggested Kelly and Lizz talk about pop culture headlines including stories on Katy Perry and Kim Kardashian, which is not really their thing. But it did bring up a good question - is anyone really a fan of Katy Perry? 

Next, Chat GPT suggested a segment called "Carpool Categories: What's In My Purse?" It sounds like a Instagram post from 5 years ago. But with the suggestion of "Currently Obsessed," it gave the ladies time to talk about red sneakers and how car care is self care. So it's not all bad. 

Before they wrap up the Chat GPT talk, Lizz has a suggestion from a Carpooler on alternate names for the "Ceiling Vent" segment from Chat CPT. Some of them are great, some not so much... But it could just be Lizz's delivery... 

Before they wrap up the episode, Kelly has breaking IIHS Safety Pick drama in Industry News. Then, it's Ditch the Drive-Thru with a possible super juicy chicken tender recipe and chuck roast tacos. 

It's time for a trip to the dermatologist for Kelly this week. What is she getting done? Something with lasers... she's not quite sure. Speaking of the dermatologist, Lizz is wondering if she can get botox while breastfeeding. Anyone know the answer to that? Plus, the one skin item the ladies tried for their face that turned out to be worthless. 

In the Driveway Dump/Ceiling Vent, Lizz has discovered a new way to search for all the things she used to search for on Pinterest. Instagram AI search is now her go-to! But not all AI searches are the same, just take a look at Gemini. Then somehow the ladies get into cookie sheets with a lip and we all learn that Jelly Roll isn't just a singer, but also the name of a pan. Plus, with Easter on the way, Kelly and Lizz share one of their most cherished childhood traditions that you'll want to steal for this year. 

It's time to break down Kelly and Lizz's Last Three Transactions! Lizz is continuing on her breast pump journey and got a new one from Pumpables that she is really loving. Meanwhile, Kelly is excited to try out her new door chime. Plus, Brooks shoes, Truly Free detergent, magnetic blocks, grills and Light Brites! 

Lizz has a new strategy for screen time that involves DVDs and a portable DVD player. That brings them to a conversation on the appropriate amount of screen time for kids. Speaking of lessons for your kids, Kelly and Lizz share how they plan on teaching their own kids self confidence based on their childhood. 

Wrapping up the podcast this week, Kelly brings you the latest on tariff talk and how it might affect car prices. Then in Ditch The Drive-Thru a reminder that the best recipes come from the back of your ingredients! 

Another big week for the Car Mom as Kelly is headed off to Dallas for a big event. Lizz's pumping schedule made it too difficult to make the trip herself, but she has some big news of her own. She is finally a certified CPST! Is this big enough to change the Instagram bio? 

Driveway dumps are turning into Ceiling Vents and the ladies have a lot to talk about. First, Matty is writing a kid's book and it's enough to make any parent cry. It reminds the girls of how they would use rhymes to remember things as kids and how they are using it to teach their kids valuable life lessons. Then, Lizz shares some emails from listeners including the origin of the Jeep wave and a new bath of icks. Kelly has updates from the farm including their 25 new residents and an eczema update. 

It's time to talk tariffs in Industry News as new ones for the car industry are set to take effect on April 2nd. What cars will be affected and which ones won't? Kelly breaks it down for you. Plus, some great advice on whether or not to buy a car right now and how to not fall for dealer scare tactics. 

Finally in Ditch the Drive-Thru, Lizz has a roast beef sandwich that you've going to want to make tonight! 

House work is happening at Lizz's house today on the podcast, and that's one of the drawbacks of living in an older neighborhood. But what do you get in a new development? Neighbor drama! Ever since Lizz moved her neighborhood has been drama free and she's kind of craving it. Can you help her out? 

It's been a slammed week for the ladies of the Carpool Podcast! Not only are there new roughs being put in, but they are making tons of content in the new Suburban and the Just Between Friends sale is BACK! But the biggest event is Lizz getting her CPST certification! 

It's also time to talk about what we're viewing. Lizz NEEDS to talk about the Drake and Josh reunion podcast and all the drama surrounding it. Kelly, on the other hand, is enjoying time with her own thoughts. But they both have plenty of suggestions for a listener who wrote in asking what girly shows to watch while her husband is on deployment. 

Kelly had a post go viral this week asking what car features are not worth the hype. There are going to be some hot takes here. The first one? Wireless Apple CarPlay is SO not worth it! Neither are wireless chargers! 

Finally, Kelly ended up in a video with Naptime Kitchen that turned into a "one of these things is not like the others" situation. BUT it did provide some amazing Ditch the Drive-Thru options! 

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Notice something a little different with the Carpool today? That's right, the new cover art is here and, we won't lie, it's pretty great! From a picture taken in a basement with no makeup, to this professionally shot photo, Kelly and Lizz sure are moving on up. It's the first part of a big week for the Car Mom with a ton of content to be created thanks to friends who are creating little ones of their own. 

There are a lot of things in the works at the Car Mom and the biggest one might be from Kelly herself. She's been experimenting with something for the last five weeks and she's finally ready to tell the world about it. What could it be? She has changed the order of how she gets ready in the morning and she's sharing what she has learned to help us all get our routines right. 

Lizz is on a journey of her own inside The Loft. She spent a good amount of money the other day there attempting to freshen up her wardrobe. However, was there a day she looked down on shopping at The Loft? Or is that just Kelly misremembering her own self-loathing? 

The biggest journey lately for Lizz has been, of course, her pumping journey. Last week she got emotional talking about the amazing support she received and this week she is sharing a big update. Thanks to @onewiththepump she has discovered she had been doing it all wrong and things are looking up! She learned two very important lessons from this journey that we can all take into every aspect of our lives. 1) Be careful who you take your advice from. 2) You can say "I could never" but you only quit when quitting is an option. 

Then, Kelly and Lizz are bringing you their Model Lineup of the most satisfying feelings. Is there anything better than the feeling of going to bed with clean sheets? How about the feeling when all the kids are asleep for the night? It's time to debate the most satisfying feelings! 

In Industry News a warning on the toll road scam everyone is getting. How many texts have you received this week? Plus, the ladies talk about late-term buyer's remorse and what really might be going on. Could all you need is a car wash? 

Finally, Kelly is continuing to cook gluten and dairy free items for her family and got the best suggestion - keep it super simple or KISS. But Kelly and Lizz may have just taken it up a notch with KISS A**. 

Twisters, power and internet outages meant no podcast on Tuesday, but Kelly and Lizz are back and ready to get into what's been going on. First, Kelly is recapping her family trip to Arizona. "It's an easy three-hour flight!" Not so much when you have four kids in tow! When did families lose the respect on planes and kids are considered an inconvenience? Kelly and Lizz have some hot takes on traveling with your kids that they need to share. 

Then, it's time to catch up with Lizz and baby Sloan's formula intolerance. They finally got a diagnosis on exactly what is going on and this is going to be more difficult to navigate than anticipated. What makes it harder is Lizz's breast milk supply is going down and when that's all Sloan can take it's become pretty stressful. Luckily, Kelly and some other kind souls have come to the rescue! There will be some tears shed during this conversation. 

To lighten the mood, Kelly and Lizz take you into their bank accounts with Last Three Transactions. Kelly started with buying the $8 wifi on her flight, which ended up costing her much more after all the online shopping! Easter pjs anyone? She has also continued on her press-on nail journey and is now venturing into the world of red sneakers. Lizz is investing in many items to help Sloan's feeding journey including a new breast pump, nursing bras and a bottle warmer. Plus, she's getting ahead on the summer rush and braving the bathing suit section at Old Navy. 

In Industry News, Kelly gives her review on the new Hyundai Santa Fe. Did they have enough room for the entire family and all their luggage? Not so much. Also, ever wonder what would happen if you got to empty on your gas gauge? Car and Driver put the Toyota Grand Highlander to the test to see how many miles they could actually get when it says you have zero miles left. 

Finally, in Ditch the Drive-Thru Lizz is all about the viral beef bowl trend while Kelly fills us in on what she is cooking on her Blackstone! 

She was a big part of the Car Mom car show, joined the Car Mom at the New York auto show and now Mama Knows Car Seats aka Sam joins Kelly and Lizz on the podcast! Of course, they're going to talk all things car seats. First, they'll be breaking down their biggest car seat pet peeves and then answer some of your car seat questions. This all makes way for a BIG announcement - Chat with a CPST! Learn how you can get your car seat dilemmas answered directly from Sam with this brand new service.