Two Moms. (Not married.) (Actually, married. Just not to each other.) Four kids. Two husbands. 6 dogs. Minimally, 2 glasses of wine. Lots of laughs.
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Sep 29, 2026 · 41:03
From sad beige bras to TJ Maxx triumphs, we’re revisiting some of the best shopping stories from IMSH. Kristin’s Poshmark fight, the infamous jean shorts saga, and an…
Sep 22, 2026 · 54:48
Welcome to our compilation episode highlighting the best of our dating advice! From teaching our kids (and ourselves) green flags in relationships to yelling at young people…
Sep 15, 2026 · 46:16
What would a dad do? Kristin and Jen are trying to survive the fall chaos by caring just a little bit less and honestly, it might be working. From the divorce rug and TikTok…
Sep 8, 2026 · 42:05
Jen celebrates her father-in-law’s 90th birthday and somehow gets mistaken for the birthday girl. Plus, retirement dreams, church karaoke, bricking your phone, and one very…
Sep 1, 2026 · 40:04
Kristin's family vacation did not exactly go according to plan. Join us as she recounts a Cyclospora outbreak, nonstop vomiting, diverted flights, an unexpected night in Vegas,…
Aug 25, 2026 · 42:51
Jen is fresh off a European adventure through London, Amsterdam, and Paris, while Kristin is barely holding it together knowing her own vacation disaster is still to come. Join…
Aug 18, 2026 · 49:36
This week, podcasting moms collide as Kristin and Jen are joined by very special friends of the podcast: Nicci Smith and Lise Smith, moms of fan favorites, Connor and Tanner from…
Aug 11, 2026 · 50:28
We are officially in our back-to-school organizing era... or at least we're trying. Join us as we discuss laundry room disasters, doom piles, clutter guilt, husbands who shrink…
Aug 4, 2026 · 44:45
Did we have the best summer EVER? We're celebrating our best of summer moments from Kristin's World Cup Obsession to the Jen's signs from "Ethan the Hawk" and the hilarious…
Jul 28, 2026 · 42:39
A couple free-climbs the Empire State Building and gets engaged, and somehow that's only the second wildest thing we discuss. Join us as we break down internet-famous proposals,…
Jul 21, 2026 · 42:16
We dive into our latest hot flashes (spoiler: several international soccer players), the unexpected joy of getting swept up in the World Cup, and the very different ways we…
Jul 14, 2026 · 47:50
We are deep in our secondhand era. Join us as we discuss Poshmark obsessions, thrift store etiquette, garage sale strategy, and the dream of finding a Chanel bag for $15. Plus,…
Jul 7, 2026 · 55:42
If your friend makes you laugh and hypes you up when you need it most and also re-gifts you things she can’t return: GREEN FLAG. Let’s dig in to Green Flags and Red Flags. Thank…
Jun 30, 2026 · 50:22
We watched the true crime documentary Maternal Instinct and we are not okay. Join us as we jump into the worse case of all time but before that we share the story of a haunted…
Jun 23, 2026 · 38:30
This week, we are talking Knicks, kilts and falling in love with all of the World Cup tourists who are falling in love with us. Thank you to our Sponsor, Hiya!…
Jun 16, 2026 · 54:05
Ladies, we are so excited to tell you about our new book alllll about middle school! We’re also talking about our latest movie (and skincare) Obsessions. PRE-ORDER OUR BOOK HERE:…
Jun 9, 2026 · 46:47
It's the end of the school year, and that means tears of (mostly) joy, but a few tears of sadness. As the last one of the kids exits elementary school, it means closing a beloved…
Jun 2, 2026 · 53:16
This episode was first aired on 9/29/2020. Kristin and Jen chat about their histories with dogs and what makes them "mom’s best friend." Thank you to our sponsor, BetterHelp!…
May 27, 2026 · 58:17
Ladies, our generation might not be perfect, but we sure did have fun! Thank you to our Sponsor, First Day! Use code IMOMSOHARD to get up to 57% Off at www.FirstDay.com Thank you…
May 21, 2026 · 50:04
Sleeping bags! Snacks! Hair braiding! Close up… magic? Yep, definitely at a Smedley sleepover. Today we’re talking all things sleepovers through our own kid’s ICONIC slumber…
May 12, 2026 · 41:00
Ladies, let's bring it back to this episode where we're talking about caring for our parents as they get older. We’ll talk about what getting older really means especially when…
May 5, 2026 · 41:17
In a time where we can seemingly connect with the world with the touch of a button, social media and smart phones can, ironically, leave you feeling lonely. Let’s dig in and…
Apr 28, 2026 · 37:53
This episode is about getting stuck: sometimes it’s in an elevator at LAX, or an Ulta with young employees or trying to parent your kids from 1000 miles away. Laughing is the…
Apr 23, 2026 · 38:47
You’ve seen our guest today on Only Murders in the Building and half clothed on the internet. It’s comedian Evan Mulrooney! He answers our burning questions like: how much shirt…
Apr 14, 2026 · 58:23
You've seen today's guest on Netflix, SNL and touring all over the country! She has a new book ready for re-order called "Fully Baked"... it's Rosebud Baker! We're talking IVF,…
Apr 7, 2026 · 34:21
We are so excited to have our guest, Nicole Story Dent, on the podcast this week! We're talking flip phones, poo-pourri and how this burnt-out mama flipped the script and grew…
Mar 31, 2026 · 33:41
Ladies, we have another very sexy episode for you today...all about Kristin's latest medical developments. After all, according to Misty Copeland, hip replacements are the hot…
Mar 24, 2026 · 42:39
Ladies, sometimes, we just need to get it together! Today, we're talking Kristin Cabot, Kouri Richins and rounding it all out with our hot flash... Evan Mulrooney. Donate to…
Mar 17, 2026 · 44:28
Happy St. Paddy's day, ladies! Today, we're getting a little boozy and talking about how much we love pubs and pub PEOPLE. Thank you to our sponsor, Better Help! Sign up and get…
Mar 10, 2026 · 36:14
We love our family, but our dogs really take the cake (or, in Pearl's case...the entire bag of cough drops). Thank you to our sponsor, Pick it Perfect! Head to…
Mar 3, 2026 · 53:40
Making friends ain't easy, especially in those tricky tween years. Let's talk besties, boyfriends and how to catch a fella. Plus a shout out to the late great Catherine O'Hara.…
Feb 24, 2026 · 46:43
Sleeping bags! Snacks! Hair braiding! Close up… magic? Yep, definitely at Smedley sleepover. Today we’re talking all things sleepovers through our own kid’s ICONIC slumber party!…
Feb 17, 2026 · 33:58
This week we're catching up on dentist appointments, chaperoning field trips, and hosting our relatives for the weekend... the way we're getting through it? Eating cold cut…
Feb 10, 2026 · 47:45
Do you know your enneagram number? Kristin is an 8 with ADD and Jen is a mystery (mostly because we don't want to pay for the results). Listen now and hear us get catfished. SEE…
Feb 3, 2026 · 37:03
Being on the road in subzero weather doesn't stop us from getting hot (that's because we travel with electric blankets). Let's talk about sexy mango, butthole travelers, and a…
Jan 28, 2026 · 40:08
Today we have our first guest, Kristen Knutson and we're talking boomer parenting, Gramnesia and maybe a little bit of heated rivalry... Follow Kristen Knutson:…
Jan 20, 2026 · 38:24
Ladies, we’ve made it to 2026! We’re catching you up on what we’ve been reading and watching (Stranger Things, duh), fangirling over Amy Poehler’s podcast, and oh yeah, we made…
Jan 13, 2026 · 49:10
Ladies, this is an episode you'll wanna hear again. As kids get older, they somehow get way better at bleeding you dry financially, so let's start the year right with getting…
Jan 6, 2026 · 41:15
Ladies, Happy New Year! We’re kicking it off with our Top Mom Moments of 2025, the ones we all know a little too well. From handling bullies and hygiene battles to kids surviving…
Dec 30, 2025 · 1:00:53
Ladies, pour ya a bottle of Veuve and come wrap 2025 with us! Celebrating Jen’s wedding anniversary (with her hubby as this week’s Hot Flash), Kristin goes toe-to-toe with…
Dec 23, 2025 · 30:17
Ladies, here’s to better dates, balanced hormones, fewer haters, and the shiniest colons on the internet! This is the kind of advice we wish we had when we were younger. CHAPTERS…
Dec 16, 2025 · 1:00:49
Move over, Santa! Jen’s list is here featuring her favorite things everyone (and their moms) will love. CHAPTERS 00:00 Holiday Cheer and Podcast Plans 02:59 Favorite Things Party…
Dec 9, 2025 · 34:07
We’re breaking down our Top 5 “Hot Flashes” of the Year, an unfiltered, deeply hormonal countdown of the men who made us go feral in 2025. Come see where Jacob Elordi, Tom Hardy,…
Dec 2, 2025 · 44:03
Ladies, get your colon checked! We’re talking colonoscopies. The glamorous, red-carpet event for your insides. Health is wealth and we’re giving you that extra nudge you need to…
Nov 25, 2025 · 53:14
Ladies, it’s Thanksgiving and we’ve got a full plate! A surprise call from Kristin’s dad, Jen’s cornbread pudding, and Kristin’s childhood wish for an ’80s Omnibot robot… dare…
Nov 18, 2025 · 32:15
Ladies, today we’re celebrating hot movie hunks and yes, Jacob Elordi in Frankenstein deserves every scream! Then we’re off to Oz with Wicked Part II, and of course, we’re…
Nov 11, 2025 · 42:23
We're REPLAYING one of our favorite holiday episodes. Remember when we were feeling awkward and insecure and we're not even the ones in middle school?! Listen as we talk about…
Nov 4, 2025 · 39:59
Ladies, this episode might include some subpar “French” accents, wild theories, and the kind of over the top heist analysis you’d expect from two mamas who have seen Ocean’s 11…
Oct 28, 2025 · 30:34
We’re still sipping on those show mom cocktails!! We’re talking all things Taylor Swift and Life of Show Girl. 00:00:00 - Introduction & Taylor Swift Hot Take 00:03:13 - Success,…
Oct 21, 2025 · 38:58
Kristin and Jen dive into first communion, faith, and how to make an Apperal spritz, complete with glitter and seamless segway into Life As A Showgirl. It’s also gets real…
Oct 14, 2025 · 45:38
Between mystery sushi, lice infestations, parasites, we’re got WebMD working overtime this week! 00:00:00 - Intro & Show Announcements 00:02:51 - Mom Box 00:05:58 - Made-for-TV…
Oct 7, 2025 · 40:16
Ladies, it’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month, so go get your boobies checked! We’re also talking family lineage, growing up on a farm, and the groundbreaking treatment for…
Sep 30, 2025 · 31:59
Ladies, the Halloween decorations are up and no it’s never too early! We’ve got your back on the top costumes for 2025, so you’re not stuck in another last-minute cat, witch, or…
Sep 23, 2025 · 32:17
Kristin and Jen road trip to see a friend in need. The gas gauge says low fuel. Kristin says they are fine. Jen says they are not. Did they make it? CHAPTERS 00:00:00 - Podcast…
Sep 16, 2025 · 33:21
We’re bringing back a favorite! Remember the time when Jen saved the day by lending Kristin her comfort bra? Well, Kristin hasn’t stopped making fun of it since, and the laughs…
Sep 9, 2025 · 28:25
Ladies, our girl T-Swift is ENGAGED! We couldn’t be happier. She said yes to forever, and we’re shutting down the hate comments, and giving a heck yes to Netflix crime docs.…
Sep 2, 2025 · 35:33
Ladies, when we podcast, it’s not just me and Jen, we’ve got 3 amazing young women tuning in. They’re smart, creative, and in their 30s. Sharing our wisdom and of course, a…
Aug 26, 2025 · 40:55
Ladies, it’s Jen’s birthday and the best gift arrived...T-Swift on Travis Kelce’s, New Heights podcast. Cue: “It’s a love story baby just say, yes!” CHAPTERS 00:00 Celebrating…
Aug 19, 2025 · 24:06
Kristin is living parallel lives with another Kristin! Except Kristin 1 feels that Kristin 2 needs to manage her life better. Sound like Science Fiction? Don’t worry. This will…
Aug 12, 2025 · 41:00
Ladies, caring for our parents as they get older comes with plenty of surprises. We’ll talk about what getting older really means especially when you realize your own joints have…
Aug 5, 2025 · 31:47
Ladies, parenting teens is a full time job. We are out here dodging teen eye rolls, flipping through all the parenting books, and just hoping we’re doing something right.…
Jul 29, 2025 · 44:54
Ladies, let’s just say camping was less “glamping” and more “good luck” moms. From Kristin smelling like campfire smoke for days to Jen back in L.A. cleaning up Chick-fil-A…
Jul 22, 2025 · 29:46
Ladies, camping with kids can test some patience, but wait till you hear about the cruise ship that turned into a floating Porta Potty. Trips may not always go as planned, but as…
Jul 15, 2025 · 37:08
Ladies, if you thought hormones were wild wait till you hear the things kids say. From dodging swear words to navigating pre-menopause, hormones run the show. No matter if you’re…
Jul 8, 2025 · 46:04
Today we are REPLAYING this episode because it's summer break and once again, we're wondering if this is when our boobs finally come in. Summer is never the John Hughes dream…
Jul 1, 2025 · 29:36
Ladies, it’s summer camp season and we’re taking you back to middle school musical theatre auditions where the drama is real, and the nerves are as high as the notes to “Defying…
Jun 24, 2025 · 36:44
Ladies, we are weighing in on the Karen Read verdict, you knew we would, because we have zero legal credibility but we do have a love of true crime so, join us as we give you our…
Jun 17, 2025 · 46:20
DISCLAIMER: LADIES! This episode is about books, like SEXY books, so listen without your kids and NSFW (unless you have headphones! Episode Rated R: Romantic. Ladies, things are…
Jun 10, 2025 · 44:58
Cheers to summer! Finn is done with middle school, Terri has secured her new car, and our daughters will finally wash their hair (read: jump in the pool). Bring out the cocktails…
Jun 3, 2025 · 46:23
Today we are REPLAYING our episode all about Las Vegas. Sure, Sin City feels a little different at this stage in the game, but make no mistake, we still got it and can both dance…
May 27, 2025 · 56:12
Ladies, today we’re talking all about haircuts from hell. And speaking of the afterlife, Kristin has a very special hot flash: Pope Leo. That’s right, our Chicago Pope. The Lord…
May 20, 2025 · 53:29
We’re counting down the days til the end of the school year, because while it might be hard on our kids, it’s even harder on us moms. Between school plays, spirit weeks and…
May 13, 2025 · 35:15
Today we are REPLAYING this episode about an age-old equation: kids lose their shoes and moms lose their shit. Then we feel bad and the process begins anew. But really…. HOW CAN…
May 6, 2025 · 46:50
Kristin and Eleanor took their first mother daughter trip to NYC and saw all the import sites: Central Park, Broadway, and of course…the Jellycat Cafe. Kristin’s biggest…
Apr 29, 2025 · 37:00
This episode is all about the fun Jen had in Cabo...margaritas, lazy river, and a party on a pirate shop. But the party didn't stop there. 4 days after getting home, Mr.…
Apr 22, 2025 · 45:31
Fellow moms: we’re going to say something shocking. We know how hard you work we know how hard you try to make it to every game and every practice. And we are here to tell you…
Apr 15, 2025 · 48:22
Having a good day in middle school is like winning the lottery. Today we’re talking about how to celebrate the wins when they happen, Patrick Schwarzenegger, and of course Walton…
Apr 8, 2025 · 46:31
Today we remember Val Kilmer, his talent and his legacy. We’re also talking about financial planning (gummy bear incidentals), our story about meeting spies in a hot tub, and…
Apr 1, 2025 · 46:25
Are you watching the Karen Read murder doc? Well, so are we and it's all we can talk about. Today, we're unpacking the case. Think of us as a modern day Cagney and Lacey. If you…
Mar 25, 2025 · 33:15
Who needs fitness classes when you’re sprinting through airports every weekend?? This tour is so much fun and also…. so. much. CARDIO! Today we’re podcasting from the road and…
Mar 18, 2025 · 38:33
Mothering isn’t all sunshine and rainbows. Sometimes it feels like a street fight. We are keeping our cool but if you mess with the bull you will get a strong talking to. If you…
Mar 11, 2025 · 50:34
Ladies, we are on the road and we're REPLAYING one of our favorite episodes all about travel! What are the things we can't travel without? Tune in to find out! If you enjoyed…
Mar 4, 2025 · 42:15
As much as we love to joke about our kids, we are so proud of them. Today, we talk Benson Boone, a disastrous salad and how their kids aren't terrible. Thank you to our sponsor,…
Feb 25, 2025 · 45:13
Ladies, today we're talking about our favorite filthy hair bands. Walk down memory lane and sing along with us. And if you want MORE deep cuts and nostalgia, grab tickets to our…
Feb 18, 2025 · 43:22
Where we grew up, anybody could parent anybody’s kid. We were given talkin-to’s from everyone from the neighbor to the mailman. Nowadays, it’s veeeerrrry different. But sometimes…
Feb 11, 2025 · 35:19
It's Valentines Day and you know what that means....Kristin and Jen are grossing each other out and giggling about all things in the Valentine's space. If you're able to swap…
Feb 4, 2025 · 46:42
If you enjoyed this episode, leave a review and make sure you SUBSCRIBE! If you are interested in advertising on this podcast email ussales@acast.com To request #IMOMSOHARD to be…
Jan 28, 2025 · 46:46
Hormones are a crazy ride. Either you are dealing with them with hormonal kids or maybe your hormones are kicking your ass as they slowly say hasta la vista OR maybe ITS ALL…
Jan 21, 2025 · 50:19
We can’t get our kids into the shower, can you? Today we’re talking about greasy hair, new mom friends and sticking with our biggest hot flash: the amazing firefighters who are…
Jan 14, 2025 · 47:17
Many of you have seen that our dear city of LA has been hit with devastating fires. We want to thank everyone who has reached out and offered support to us and our city. Today…
Jan 7, 2025 · 42:23
We're feeling awkward and insecure and we're not even the ones in middle school! Join us today as we talk about the preteen fashion police and how we try (and fail) to keep our…
Dec 31, 2024 · 37:17
Ladies, we've collected our top moments from the podcast from 2024, and we're ready to walk down memory lane with you! Happy New Year! If you enjoyed this episode, leave a review…
Dec 17, 2024 · 42:56
We see you, lady. We know you’re up after everyone’s asleep wrapping last minute gifts. If you’re feeling exhausted, we want you to know - you’re doin’ great. Join us as we…
Dec 10, 2024 · 53:52
A few weeks ago, Jen shared her favorite things and now Kristin is sharing hers (read: movies). Countdown to Christmas with these top notch holiday films….and we bet some of them…
Dec 3, 2024 · 41:59
It's that time of year...family, food and out-of-tune flutes played by 6th graders. Yep, tis the season for the holiday music programs, plays and junior musicals. And moms are…
Nov 26, 2024 · 59:22
Ladies, get ready because Jen is about to hook you UP! She has a list, she’s checked it twice and you’re going to get some stellar gift ideas whether you’ve been naughty or nice.…
Nov 19, 2024 · 34:55
You know who we're thankful for this year? Our MOM FRIENDS! (Thank includes you!) Today, we're sharing some hot tips on how to make mom friends (hint: text threads and…
Nov 12, 2024 · 48:43
Jen is fired up to help you save moola. Today, she’s sharing all of her tips for mom shopping on resale sites (including how to avoid pit stains and pitfalls). If you enjoyed…
Nov 5, 2024 · 50:13
Why do famous people get to answer all the fun questions? Let’s give Stephen Colbert’s questions a run for their money. Plus we're talking boba, Christmas cards, old pillows and…
Oct 29, 2024 · 48:36
Do you love horror films as much as we do? You're in luck because today we're geeking out over everything from Rosemary's Baby to John Mayer. Plus out hot flash Anna Kendrick for…
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