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This month’s book is all about Ms. Pat’s Ms. American Dream that picks up from her book Rabbit. We talk about perseverance, poverty, marriage, forgiveness, generational trauma, and how Ms. Pat created a completely different life from the one she was given. She somehow makes even the hardest parts of her story funny, hopeful, and incredibly inspiring. Ms. American Dream by Patricia Williams-Lee Amazon - ⁠https://amzn.to/4zIThzs⁠ Bookshop -⁠ https://bookshop.org/a/97615/9781668044216⁠ Sponsors Quo - Try QUO for free PLUS get 20% off...

Kristin Hensley and Jen Smedley from #IMOMSOHARD are back, and this time we’re talking all about the middle school years. Their new book, The Middle School Mom's Survival Guide, gets into everything moms are dealing with during this stage, from big emotions and changing friendships to figuring out how to support your kids without completely losing yourself. We also talk about finding your people, laughing through the chaos, and why having other moms in your corner makes such a difference. Buy The Middle School Mom's Survival Guide https://link.amazon/B057iV...

Bert joins me for another Q&A! We talk marriage, therapy, chasing your dreams while raising kids, our love of animals, and why I sometimes wonder if I should keep podcasting. Somehow, Bert also gives some pretty great advice. Sponsor This episode is sponsored by Betterhelp. If you've thought about trying therapy with our long-term partner, BetterHelp, insurance options may now be available nationwide, with an average copay for eligible members of just $23 per session. If you've been waiting to start therapy, BetterHelp works with more than 125 health plan networks, and eligible members have...

Zach Brittle is a couples therapist certified in the Gottman Method and Relational Life Therapy, so naturally I put him in a room with Bert and me. We talk about why Bert needs so much approval, the very different ways we show love, what I actually need more of from Bert, and whether our weird little marriage system is working. Zach also explains the behaviors that can predict divorce, the 5-to-1 rule for healthy relationships, and why you don’t have to wait until your marriage is in crisis to try couples therapy. Follow Za...

Ms. Pat is back, and this time we’re talking about her new book, Miss American Dream, and everything it took to build the life she has today. We get into growing up, money, marriage, faith, her journey in comedy, and why she recently decided to take in three more kids at 54. Ms. Pat’s story is hilarious, honest, and a reminder that success rarely happens in a straight line. Follow Ms. Pat https://mspatcomedy.com/ https://www.instagram.com/comediennemspat/ Sponsors Coveron - On...

Kelsey Cook is back to talk about her new Netflix special Happy Hour and the surreal feeling of seeing it trending just days before getting married! We get into everything that went into the special, life with Chad Daniels, marriage, comedy, and what she’s working on next. I absolutely loved Happy Hour, and I’m so excited for everything Kelsey has going on right now. Watch “Happy Hour” - https://www.netflix.com/title/82772041 Follow Kelsey Cook https://www.kelseycook.com/ https://www.instagram.com/kelseycookcomedy/ <...

Lisa Joyner and Morgan Walsh join me to talk about their podcast Plus One and what it really means to be the person standing next to someone in the spotlight. We get into marriage, maintaining your own identity, female friendship, and why having your own life is so important in a long-term relationship. Of course, I can relate to a lot of it being married to someone with a little bit of “main character syndrome.”. Plus One Podcast https://youtube.com/@plusonewithlisaandmorgan?si=dC8GJraEeuZ2fVYK Follow Lisa...

This month we read Forty Love by Jane Costello! We talk about why this midlife rom-com hit so close to home, from empty nesting and letting your kids go to rediscovering yourself and realizing it’s never too late to start something new. It was light, funny, hopeful, and exactly the kind of summer read we needed. Follow Kirsten: https://linktr.ee/kirstenlove Forty Love by Jane Costello Amazon - https://amzn.to/4dNGz8B Bookshop - https://bookshop.org/a/97615/9798992427684 ...

Antonia Lofaso is back to talk about her new show, Kitchen Undercover, and what drew her back into the restaurant world in a whole new way. We catch up on life, food, and family before Bert joins us for an honest conversation about anxiety and how he’s been navigating it lately. Follow Antonia and watch Kitchen Undercover https://www.chefantonia.com/ https://www.instagram.com/chefantonia/?hl=en https://www.foodnetwork.com/shows/kitchen-undercover https://www.hbomax.com/show/6a896244-e9e6-45ca-8fbb-ad9eb0a154a8...

DJ Feldman joins me to pull back the curtain on reality TV casting. We talk about Love Island, The Biggest Loser, Next Level Chef, and what casting directors actually look for when choosing the people we see on TV. Sponsor Coveron - One scam can cost you everything - use code wife  for up to 20% off at https://coveron.com/wife Shopify - https://shopify.com/wife Our Next book club will be Forty Love by Jane Costello Amazon - https://amzn.to/4d...

Danielle and Busby are back to catch up after another season working together on Free Bert! We talk about what made Season 2 feel so different, the amazing crew behind the show, women in leadership, and what life is really like working in the film industry. Then we get into finding love later in life, embracing being single, empty nesting, and figuring out who you are outside of your job.  Sponsors Vinted - ready to clean out your closet and make some extra money? Download the Vinted app for free and start listing.</p...

Bert joins me for another Q&A, We talk about dating someone older, navigating difficult family dynamics, feeling stuck in life, parenting, anxiety, and learning how to trust yourself through every stage of life. Sponsors BetterHelp - Visit https://betterhelp.com/WIFE. DraftKings - Download the DraftKings Casino app and sign up with code WOTP. Our Next book club will be Forty Love by Jane Costello Amazon - https://amzn.to/4dNGz8B Bookshop - https://bookshop.org/a/97615/9798992427684 <...

Wendy Strgar, founder of Good Clean Love, joined me for a conversation about women's health and intimacy. We talked about hormones, menopause, the vaginal microbiome, and why so many women struggle to find real answers and support. Wendy shared her personal journey and the work she's doing to help women feel more confident, connected, and comfortable in their own bodies. I learned so much from this conversation, and I hope you will too. Good Clean Love is offering WOTP listeners 15% off their entire order. Limited to one use per customer. https://goodcleanlove...

We're back with Part 2 of our Girl Scout series! Cathy, Kirsten, and I reminisce about the unforgettable trips, the life skills we taught our girls, what we'd change about the Girl Scouts organization, and the moments that reminded us why every year was worth it. If you missed Part 1, be sure to check it out first. Then come back and join us as we wrap up one of the most meaningful chapters of our lives Sponsors Coveron - One scam can cost you everything - use code wife  for up to 20% off a...

After 15 incredible years, our Girl Scout journey has officially come to an end. In our first part of looking back, we share what made our troop different, the traditions we'll never forget, and why consistency, kindness, and showing up for each other may have been the greatest lessons of all. Stay tuned for part two. Sponsors Coveron - One scam can cost you everything - use code wife  for up to 76% off at https://coveron.com/wife DraftKings - Download the app now and sign up with code WOTP to c...

Justin Halpern joins me to talk about his new mystery novel, Get Lost, and the winding path that led him to writing it. We discuss the inspiration behind the book, crafting a mystery, and why fiction gave him the freedom to tell a completely different kind of story. Justin also looks back on the viral success of Sh*t My Dad Says, how posting his dad's hilarious one-liners on Twitter changed his life, and the lasting impact his father has had on his writing and sense of humor. Get Justin Halpern’s book Get Lo...

This week we're discussing My Friends by Fredrik Backman and once again, we didn't all have the same opinion. We talk about what we loved, what didn't quite work for us, and why this bestselling novel has connected with so many readers. Along the way, we dive into friendship, found family, parenting, grief, and the moments in the book that sparked the biggest conversations around the table. Our Next book club will be Forty Love by Jane Costello Amazon - https://amzn.to/4dNGz8B Bookshop - https://bookshop.org...

It's time for another Q&A! This week I'm answering your questions about burnout, self-confidence, dating, relationships, grief, and how to stay true to yourself through every season of life. Sponsor Shopify - Sign up for your $1 per month trial and start selling today at https://shopify.com/wife  Our Next book club will be My Friends by Fredrik Backman Amazon - https://amzn.to/4u33YsT Bookshop - https://bookshop.org/a/97615/9781982112820 Call (818) 949-8536 to leave a voicemail with a question f...

I welcome back Danese Rexroad for a one-year check-in on my friends’ menopause health journey. Stacey and Cathy share what they've learned over the last year from bloodwork and hormone therapy to perimenopause symptoms, energy levels, sleep, and learning how to prioritize our own health. They share what's improved, what's still challenging, and why this process has been much more of a marathon than a sprint. Danese discusses why so many women are told their symptoms are just part of aging, how hormone health is deeply connected to overall wellness, and why feeling heard by your healthcare provider can ma...

Kelly Rizzo joins me for a heartfelt conversation about love, loss, relationships, and finding joy again after life's biggest challenges. We talk about her marriage to Bob Saget, what she learned from their relationship, navigating grief, dating again after loss, and why there shouldn't be rules for how people move forward. We also discuss being child-free by choice, building community through her Comfort Club, and creating a life that feels authentic to who you are. Follow Kelly https://www.instagram.com/kellyrizzohttps://www.youtube.com/@ComfortFoodPodcast Sponsor <...