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#IMOMSOHARD
Hosted by Pionaire Podcasting · EN
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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I FOURTH OF JULYED SO HARD
5d ago00:45:28Tap to summarizeWe 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 celebrate the Fourth of July. From neighborhood hot dog assembly lines to illegal-ish fireworks, it's peak summer energy.Thanks to our sponsor, Famous Footwear!Buy one pair, get one half off at Famous Footwear. Shop instore to get $10 to spend this fall. Some exclusions apply.Thanks to our sponsor, Square!Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at square.com/go/momsohard!Thanks to our sponsor, Hulala Home!Visit http://www.hulalahome.com and use code iMOM12 for 12% off If you are interested in advertising on this podcast email advertising@pionairepodcasting.comTo request #IMOMSOHARD to be on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to talent@pionairepodcasting.comCHAPTERS:00:00 Intro00:55 Meet the New Team Member01:32 Why We Buy the Same Clothes04:01 Jen's Europe Trip06:11 World Cup Crushes & Hot Flashes12:03 The Best Story of the World Cup13:21 Sponsor: Famous Footwear14:40 More World Cup Talk18:05 Fourth of July Traditions20:49 The Neighborhood Hot Dog Line25:04 Sponsor: Square25:54 The Shoebox: Best Shoes for Sideline Moms28:16 Fourth of July Parade Stories31:08 Fireworks Gone Wrong38:27 Sponsor: Hulala Home39:38 Potluck Disasters & Mac & Cheese43:14 The Ultimate Hot Dog Debate45:25 OutroFOLLOW US: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/imomsohardInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/imomsohard/Twitter: https://twitter.com/imomsohardSEE US ON TOUR: https://www.imomsohard.com/WATCH OUR AMAZON PRIME SPECIAL: https://www.amazon.com/IMomSoHard-Live/dp/B07VBJ34DT
Transcribe →I SECONDHARD SHOP FIRST SO HARD
2w ago00:51:46Tap to summarizeWe 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, Kristin learns exactly how much her clothes are worth at a consignment store and the answer is humbling.Thanks to our sponsor, Wayfair!Head to http://www.wayfair.comright now to shop all things home and get your space ready for less.Thanks to our sponsor, SKIMS!Shop SKIMS Cotton, and all of our favorite pieces, at http://www.skims.comThanks to our sponsor, Hiya Health!Receive 50% off your first order on any of theirproducts. To claim this deal you must go to http://www.hiyahealth.com/MOMCHAPTERS:00:00:31 Why Everyone's Obsessed with Poshmark00:02:18 The Rise of Secondhand Shopping00:05:09 What Poshmark Actually Is00:06:12 Jen's Secret to Finding Amazing Deals00:07:40 Why Kristin Struggles with Thrifting00:11:23 Wayfair Sponsor00:12:38 Selling Clothes & Brick-and-Mortar Resale Stores00:15:19 Why Kristin Hates Shopping00:16:24 Shop Your Own Closet00:18:03 Trying to Sell Clothes at Crossroads00:20:24 How to Spot Quality While Thrifting00:21:46 Poshmark Tips, Shipping & Bundles00:23:16 Luxury Bags & Avoiding Scams00:27:47 Estate Sales, Antiquing & Flea Markets00:28:55 Skims Sponsor00:30:29 Best Thrift Store Finds for Your Home00:32:39 Why Thrifting Feels Like a Treasure Hunt00:35:28 Designer Bags & Vintage Coach00:40:20 Hiya Sponsor00:41:34 Donating vs. Reselling Clothes00:43:18 Garage Sale Strategy00:44:55 Poshmark Etiquette & Negotiating Prices00:49:33 How to Successfully Sell on Poshmark00:50:13 Our Best Thrift Store FindsIf you are interested in advertising on this podcast email advertising@pionairepodcasting.comTo request #IMOMSOHARD to be on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to talent@pionairepodcasting.comFOLLOW US: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/imomsohardInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/imomsohard/Twitter: https://twitter.com/imomsohardSEE US ON TOUR: https://www.imomsohard.com/WATCH OUR AMAZON PRIME SPECIAL: https://www.amazon.com/IMomSoHard-Live/dp/B07VBJ34DTMORE PODCAST EPISODES: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTGuNbPgq2EartAwwgs_H-LVho3FvWnXpJUST LISTEN TO THE PODCAST: https://link.chtbl.com/imomsohardABOUT US Female comedy duo Kristin Hensley and Jen Smedley have been performing, teaching, and writing comedy internationally for a combined 40+ years. They have been moms for one quarter of that time and it shows. How do they cope? They laugh about all of the craziness that comes with being a mom and they want you to laugh about it too! From snot to stretchmarks to sleepless nights, Kristin and Jen know firsthand that parenting is a hard job and they invite you to join them in taking it all a little less seriously (even if for a few short minutes a day). After all, Jen currently has four days of dry shampoo in her hair and Kristin’s keys are still in her front door. They try, they fail, they support each other, and they mom as hard as they can.
Transcribe →I GREEN FLAG SO HARD
3w ago00:55:42Tap to summarizeIf 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 you to our sponsor ZBiotics!Go tohttps://zbiotics.com/IMOMSOHARD and use IMOMSOHARD at checkout for 15% off any first timeorders of ZBiotics probiotics.Thank you to our sponsor Zenni Optical! If your glasses are overdue for a refresh, now is the time. Use code PODCAST15 forfifteen percent off your first order at https://zenni.com/IMOMSOHARDThank you to our sponsor BetterHelp!Sign up and get 10% off at http://www.betterhelp.com/IMOMSOHARDCHAPTERS: 00:27 Outfit Chat & The Hollister Obsession03:37 Wheeler's, Small Town Shopping & Nostalgia04:14 Tour Dates, New Book & Middle School Parenting06:30 Parenting Teen Boys Is... Something 08:16 Why 15-Year-Olds Are Still Just Kids11:02 Vegas Trip & Hangover Tips (Sponsor)12:23 Teaching Kids About Red Flags & Green Flags14:31 Green Flags We Look For in People16:12 The Best Green Flags in Friendships20:27 Green Flags Every Adult Should Have22:19 Why We Need Friends Who "Get It"23:10 Glasses, Aging & Zenni (Sponsor)24:22 More Green Flags + Laughing at Yourself30:19 Dating Green Flags vs. Red Flags32:49 The Biggest Dating Red Flags 36:30 Love Bombing Explained39:32 Lifestyle Red Flags You Shouldn't Ignore42:35 Money Lessons for Kids & Dating43:17 Therapy Is a Green Flag (Sponsor)45:14 Trust, Flirting & Relationship Boundaries50:01 When a Relationship Drains You51:32 What Healthy Friendships Actually Feel Like52:36 Hot Flash + What We're WatchingIf you are interested in advertising on this podcast email advertising@pionairepodcasting.comTo request #IMOMSOHARD to be on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to talent@pionairepodcasting.comFOLLOW US: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/imomsohardInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/imomsohard/Twitter: https://twitter.com/imomsohardSEE US ON TOUR: https://www.imomsohard.com/WATCH OUR AMAZON PRIME SPECIAL: https://www.amazon.com/IMomSoHard-Live/dp/B07VBJ34DT
Transcribe →I WATCHED THE DOC MATERNAL INSTINCT SO HARD
4w ago00:51:23Tap to summarizeWe 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 hawk sent from the heavens to get us to focus. Trigger warning: this case is very graphic so look it up before you listen.Thank you to our sponsor, Lola Blankets! Get 40% off select products at Lolablankets.com by using code IMOMSOHARDIf you are interested in advertising on this podcast email advertising@pionairepodcasting.comTo request #IMOMSOHARD to be on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to talent@pionairepodcasting.com Get our sponsor DISCOUNT CODES here!https://linkin.bio/imomsohardpodcastFOLLOW US: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/imomsohardInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/imomsohard/Twitter: https://twitter.com/imomsohardSEE US ON TOUR: https://www.imomsohard.com/WATCH OUR AMAZON PRIME SPECIAL: https://www.amazon.com/IMomSoHard-Live/dp/B07VBJ34DTCHAPTERS: 01:40 Vegas Retirement Trip Plans06:36 Dancing, Casinos & Vegas Stories09:17 Sponsor: Lola Blankets10:22 Poshmark, Shopping & Fake Designer Bags12:19 Trigger Warning: Today's True Crime Case15:06 The Hawk Story & Strange Signs22:39 The Netflix Documentary Everyone's Talking About26:15 The Fake Pregnancy Begins31:05 Fake Ultrasounds & A Web of Lies34:22 The Boyfriend, Fake Fortune & $2 Million Estate36:32 The Investigation Unfolds42:28 How Did Everyone Believe Her?45:37 The Friend Who Exposed Everything47:26 Should You Watch It?47:51 True Crime vs. Scary Movies51:06 Final Thoughts
Transcribe →I KNICKS & WORLD CUP SO HARD
Jun 2300:41:37Tap to summarizeThis 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! http://www.hiyahealth.comThank you to our Sponsor, Square!Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at http://www.square.com/go/momsohardGet our sponsor DISCOUNT CODES here!https://linkin.bio/imomsohardpodcastIf you are interested in advertising on this podcast email advertising@pionairepodcasting.comTo request #IMOMSOHARD to be on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to talent@pionairepodcasting.comCHAPTERS: 02:12 New Book Preorder + Tour Dates03:00 Why the World Cup is Bringing Joy to America05:18 The Lawrence, Kansas & Algeria Story08:14 World Cup Travelers Discovering America11:08 The German Tourist Everyone Loves13:20 Sponsor: Hiya Health15:05 The New York Knicks Obsession20:23 Volunteering for the Olympics21:19 Single Ladies, This Is Your Moment24:45 Sponsor: Square26:41 More Knicks Talk & Sports FOMO29:01 How Travel Brings People Together32:11 Becoming Ambassadors of Love34:05 The $400 Doily Shorts Debate37:12 Kristen Tries On the Viral Shorts39:24 Reading the Funniest CommentsFOLLOW US: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/imomsohardInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/imomsohard/Twitter: https://twitter.com/imomsohardSEE US ON TOUR: https://www.imomsohard.com/WATCH OUR AMAZON PRIME SPECIAL: https://www.amazon.com/IMomSoHard-Live/dp/B07VBJ34DT
Transcribe →WE WROTE (ANOTHER) BOOK SO HARD!
Jun 1600:55:38Tap to summarizeLadies, 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: https://shorturl.at/MngbiThank you to our Sponsor, Bioptimizers! Get 15% off at http://www.bioptimizers.com/imomsohard with code:IMOMSOHARDThank you to our Sponsor, First Day!Our listeners get up to 57% Off AND a Free Gift with code IMOMSOHARD at www.FirstDay.comGet our sponsor DISCOUNT CODES here!https://linkin.bio/imomsohardpodcastIf you are interested in advertising on this podcast email advertising@pionairepodcasting.comTo request #IMOMSOHARD to be on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to talent@pionairepodcasting.comFOLLOW US: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/imomsohardInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/imomsohard/Twitter: https://twitter.com/imomsohardSEE US ON TOUR: https://www.imomsohard.com/WATCH OUR AMAZON PRIME SPECIAL: https://www.amazon.com/IMomSoHard-Live/dp/B07VBJ34DT
Transcribe →I SAY GOODBYE TO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL SO HARD
Jun 900:46:47Tap to summarizeIt'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 chapter and opening a new one. Cheers to all the moms who make elementary school magical. Get our sponsor DISCOUNT CODES here!https://linkin.bio/imomsohardpodcastIf you are interested in advertising on this podcast email advertising@pionairepodcasting.comTo request #IMOMSOHARD to be on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to talent@pionairepodcasting.comFOLLOW US: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/imomsohardInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/imomsohard/Twitter: https://twitter.com/imomsohard
Transcribe →WE LOVE DOGS SO HARD
Jun 200:53:16Tap to summarizeThis 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! Sign up and get 10% off at www.betterhelp.com/imomsohardSEE US ON TOUR:https://www.imomsohard.com/Get our sponsor DISCOUNT CODES here!https://linkin.bio/imomsohardpodcastIf you are interested in advertising on this podcast email advertising@pionairepodcasting.comTo request #IMOMSOHARD to be on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to talent@pionairepodcasting.comFOLLOW US: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/imomsohardInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/imomsohard/Twitter: https://twitter.com/imomsohard
Transcribe →I KIDS ARE PUSSIES SO HARD
May 2700:58:17Tap to summarizeLadies, 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.comThank you to our Sponsor, Bioptimizers! Go to http://www.bioptimizers.com/imomsohard anduse code IMOMSOHARDSEE US ON TOUR:https://www.imomsohard.com/Get our sponsor DISCOUNT CODES here!https://linkin.bio/imomsohardpodcastIf you are interested in advertising on this podcast email advertising@pionairepodcasting.comTo request #IMOMSOHARD to be on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to talent@pionairepodcasting.comFOLLOW US: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/imomsohardInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/imomsohard/Twitter: https://twitter.com/imomsohardABOUT US Female comedy duo Kristin Hensley and Jen Smedley have been performing, teaching, and writing comedy internationally for a combined 40+ years. They have been moms for one quarter of that time and it shows. How do they cope? They laugh about all of the craziness that comes with being a mom and they want you to laugh about it too! From snot to stretchmarks to sleepless nights, Kristin and Jen know firsthand that parenting is a hard job and they invite you to join them in taking it all a little less seriously (even if for a few short minutes a day). After all, Jen currently has four days of dry shampoo in her hair and Kristin’s keys are still in her front door. They try, they fail, they support each other, and they mom as hard as they can.
Transcribe →REPLAY: I NOSTALGIA FOR 80S SLEEPOVERS SO HARD
May 2100:50:04Tap to summarizeSleeping 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 party! (They don’t call it that anymore, Jen)SEE US ON TOUR:https://www.imomsohard.com/Get our sponsor DISCOUNT CODES here!https://linkin.bio/imomsohardpodcastIf you are interested in advertising on this podcast email advertising@pionairepodcasting.comTo request #IMOMSOHARD to be on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to talent@pionairepodcasting.comFOLLOW US: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/imomsohardInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/imomsohard/Twitter: https://twitter.com/imomsohardABOUT US Female comedy duo Kristin Hensley and Jen Smedley have been performing, teaching, and writing comedy internationally for a combined 40+ years. They have been moms for one quarter of that time and it shows. How do they cope? They laugh about all of the craziness that comes with being a mom and they want you to laugh about it too! From snot to stretchmarks to sleepless nights, Kristin and Jen know firsthand that parenting is a hard job and they invite you to join them in taking it all a little less seriously (even if for a few short minutes a day). After all, Jen currently has four days of dry shampoo in her hair and Kristin’s keys are still in her front door. They try, they fail, they support each other, and they mom as hard as they can.
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