Podcast Summary: The Bobby Bones Show — EP 68 TARRYN & MARI: Mom Life Meets Winter Skincare

Date: January 2, 2026
Hosts: Tarryn & Mari
Theme: The challenges & hilarity of mom life during winter—and the essential routines for surviving dry, cold weather with good skin.

Episode Overview

In this festive, charismatic episode, Tarryn and Mari celebrate the holidays while candidly discussing the realities of motherhood, juggling chaos, and the ongoing search for effective winter skincare routines. With their trademark humor and relatability, they reflect on support systems (or lack thereof!), impart practical skincare advice, and find small joys amidst winter doldrums and parenting exhaustion.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Holiday Vibes, Supportive Listeners, and Mom Tribes

• The episode opens with seasonal cheer, a lighthearted Santa discussion, and gratitude toward their listeners—or "the touches."
• Both reflect on family support and listeners who tune in week after week, blending comedy with genuine appreciation.
• Quote:
  • “It feels really, really great to be supported by our friends and new listeners and people who don’t know who we are that are just. There’s noise for everybody. There is a tribe for everybody. There’s a community.” — Mari (08:15)

2. Life as Moms: The Realities and Revelations

• New Mom Life (Tarryn):
  • Tarryn admits to neglecting everything “except for keeping the baby alive,” humorously labeling her current lifestyle as “wet nipple, dry skin, hair loss, sweatshirt, sock, sock one, spit up on me.”
  • Quote:
    • “My lifestyle is now new mom. And it’s just wet nipple, dry skin, hair loss, sweatshirt, sock. Sock one. Sock spit up on me.” — Tarryn (11:26)
• The Universality and Uniqueness of the Struggle:
  • They reflect on the impossibility of understanding motherhood, or any major life event, until one goes through it—and recognize the varied challenges single parents, those without money or support, or those doing it alone face.
  • Quote:
    • “No matter how you’re doing it, it’s hard—whether you have money, you don’t have money, you have a husband, you don’t have a husband. It’s the hardest job you will ever have. It’s so hard.” — Mari (14:00)
• Empathy & Setting Boundaries:
  • A comedic but honest moment: Tarryn tells non-mom friends not to call about their problems when she’s overloaded.
  • Quote:
    • “If you’re gonna call me about something while I’m in the middle of just like, mental breakdown overload, you just… you gotta call somebody else. That’s it. You’ve heard it here first, folks.” — Tarryn (15:30)

3. Parenting Wins, Chaos, and the Spectrum of Self-Sufficiency

• Kids’ Independence:
  • Mari’s 9-year-old daughter is becoming more self-sufficient—though chores take hours with plenty of creative distractions.
• ADHD Humor in Families:
  • They laugh about the probable “ADHD tornado” affecting them all, making organization and chores creative if chaotic.

4. Skincare During Winter: Routines, Products & Hacks (See detailed guide below)

• Dry Nashville Weather:
  • Both comment on harsh, dry winter weather and its impact on skin.
• Tarryn’s Routine:
  • Glycolic acid peels (3x/week, strong but her skin can take it);
  • “Vampire facial” by The Ordinary (weekly; tingly but super glowy);
  • Hyaluronic acid peels, peptides, and Vitamin C serum (Elisabeth Smith’s NDRX line);
  • Elastin Skin Complex Serum (pricey but effective);
  • Skin Farm’s eye cream;
  • Dr. Jart+ Vital Hydra Solution lip conditioner (only $15, “the jam”).
  • Quote:
    • “Let me tell you, I’ve been using it for like a week and I already see skin texture and just like a glow… Some skin care is holy schnikes.” — Tarryn (33:05)
• Practical DIY Tips:
  • Exfoliate with a body scrub in the shower—coffee and sugar is easy to make at home.
  • Apply body oil while skin is still wet for maximum hydration.
• Wellness Hacks:
  • Eucalyptus oil in the shower for a spa-like, sinus-clearing effect.
• Essential Oils:
  • Diffusers, especially with rosemary, may offer cognitive benefits (new studies cited).
• Lip Care:
  • Don’t forget your lips—DIY scrubs or store-bought conditioners protect against extreme dryness.

5. Host Chemistry, Manifesting Positivity, and Embracing the Mess

• The hosts’ dynamic is a highlight—celebrating differences (yin/yang, “black and white cookie”) and how their family chaos is “mirrored” in each other.
• Mindset Advice:
  • Approach every outing (even chaotic birthday parties or unscheduled meals) with a mindset that it’ll work out—more often than not, it does.
• Quote:
  • “If you go into anything with a positive mindset and a little manifestation where you’re like, ‘Of course this is going to work out’… it always works out.” — Mari (28:51)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• “I love Santa Claus too. Oh, Sandy Claus. Such a good guy.” — Tarryn (05:30)
• “You live in a lake… I actually don’t even know if my mom listens to all of them. That’s fine. It’d be nice, though.” — Mari (07:02)
• “Life changing, big time. No one told me or I wasn’t listening… you cannot fathom it. Until you do it.” — Tarryn (13:09)
• “There is a tribe for everybody. Our tribe is a little bit of chaotic ADHD and people who love beauty.” — Mari (08:25)
• “Once he’s like walking…it’s the same kind of hard, just different.” — Tarryn (21:45)
• “We’re a black and white cookie. Just a nice little Jewish cookie.” — Mari (10:40)
• “Silent Night… Holy Night… See you later! Bye!” — (Episode close, 45:19)

Detailed Skincare Segment Guide

• Tarryn’s Winter Skincare Routine:
  • Glycolic peels (Amazon, 3x/week during “kickstart” phase) (32:10)
  • The Ordinary AHA “Vampire Facial” for glow, but stinging possible (34:00)
  • Elisabeth Smith Skin DRX Hyaluronic acid, peptides, Vitamin C (35:20)
  • Elastin Skin Complex Serum, a luxury splurge (36:05)
  • Eye cream: Skin Farm’s favorite (37:00)
  • Lip conditioner: Dr. Jart+ Vital Hydra (blue pot, cat-face), $15 (38:05)
  • DIY exfoliating scrub: coffee and sugar in the shower (40:00)
  • Oil the body while skin is wet (41:10)
  • Eucalyptus oil in the shower for spa vibes and sinus health (41:55)
  • Lip care: Scrub with sugar and honey, or buy a commercial lip scrub (43:10)

Closing & Reflections

• The episode wraps with gratitude, humor, and a spontaneous carol—showcasing the hosts’ heart and wit.
• “I am healthy. I have a healthy family. Everyone’s alive. What else?” — Mari (44:15)
• They wish everyone a lovely holiday, emphasizing the true abundance of health and togetherness.

Timestamps for Important Segments

• 00:00-08:20 — Holiday intro, family check-ins, “the tribe”
• 10:00-18:00 — The realities and emotional shock of mom life
• 20:00-28:50 — Parenting chaos, creative kids, household ADHD
• 32:00-44:00 — Detailed skincare routine, winter hacks, practical advice
• 44:15-End — Reflections, gratitude, and musical outro

Tone & Atmosphere

• Warm, self-deprecating, and supportive—filled with laughter, honesty, and practical advice for real moms (and anyone braving winter dryness).

Perfect for: Anyone looking for real talk on motherhood, practical (and affordable) beauty advice for cold weather, or simply a joyous, relatable listen during the holiday season.