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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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  • Tuesday · 46 min

    I GO DOWN RABBIT HOLES SO HARD

    Kristin and Jen are going down a true crime rabbit hole! From new developments in the Ted Bundy case to a wild death row story, the ladies have plenty of questions and even more opinions. Plus, Kristin shares her unforgettable experience working inside a maximum-security prison, Jen calls her out for accidentally matching shoes with a younger man, and they revisit their childhood TV crushes. It's murder, mom life, and a whole lot of questionable footwear. Thank you to our sponsors! Thank you, Lola Blankets! Get 35% off select Lola Blankets products at http://www.Lolablankets.com by using code IMOMSOHARD at checkout. Experience the world’s #1 blanket with Lola Blankets. Thank you, BetterHelp! Sign up and get 10% off at http://www.BetterHelp.com/imomsohard Get all of our sponsor DISCOUNT CODES here! https://linkin.bio/imomsohardpodcast If you are interested in advertising on this podcast email advertising@pionairepodcasting.com To request #IMOMSOHARD to be on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to talent@pionairepodcasting.com

  • October 27 · 1 hr

    BEST OF #IMSH HALLOWEEN!

    Halloween is our Super Bowl and boy do we have a catalogue of episodes to prove it! Come reminisce with us on our favorite costumes, spooky trivia and trick-or-treating stories through the years! Happy Halloween! Thank you to our sponsors! Thank you, Yoto! Head to yotoplay.com and use code MOMSOHARD to save 10% off all eligible items, terms apply. Thank you, Cozy Earth! Head to https://cozyearth.com and use my code IMOMSOHARD for an exclusive 20% off home and sleepwear! Thank you, Skims! Shop my favorite loungewear and pajamas at SKIMS.com. After you place your order, select "podcast" in the survey and be sure to select our show in the dropdown menu that follows. Thank you, Cure Hydration! Go to http://www.curehydration.com/MOMSOHARD and get 20% off your first order with promo code [MOMSOHARD} Get all of our sponsor DISCOUNT CODES here! https://linkin.bio/imomsohardpodcast If you are interested in advertising on this podcast email advertising@pionairepodcasting.com To request #IMOMSOHARD to be on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to talent@pionairepodcasting.com MORE PODCAST EPISODES: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTGuNbPgq2EartAwwgs_H-LVho3FvWnXp JUST LISTEN TO THE PODCAST: https://link.chtbl.com/imomsohard SEE US ON TOUR: https://www.imomsohard.com/ WATCH OUR AMAZON PRIME SPECIAL: https://www.amazon.com/IMomSoHard-Live/dp/B07VBJ34DT FOLLOW US: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/imomsohard Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imomsohard/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/imomsohard ABOUT 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.

  • October 21 · 52 min

    I MOMS TAKE MANHATTAN SO HARD

    K&J are on book tour, fangirling over Andy Cohen, Gayle King, and Lisa Vanderpump! We’re recapping our New York adventures from a Chicago hotel room, with cocktails, questionable accommodations, and mom guilt over missing homecoming. Somebody pass the deep dish. Thank you to our sponsors! Thank you, ZBiotics! Head to http://www.zbiotics.com/imomsohard, code IMOMSOHARD for 15% off your first order Thank you, Branch Basics! Get 15% off Branch Basics with the code MOMSOHARD at http://www.branchbasics.com/MOMSOHARD #branchbasicspod Thank you, Primal Queen! Our listeners get a FREE MONTH of Primal Queen plus FOUR FREE GIFTS at http://www.PrimalQueen.com/IMOMSOHARD. #ad Get all of our sponsor DISCOUNT CODES here! https://linkin.bio/imomsohardpodcast CHAPTERS: 00:00 Podcasting From a Hotel Room 01:47 The Book Is Out! Meeting Gayle King 02:27 Hotel Room Chaos in Chicago 03:52 A Sweet Chicago Pregnancy Story 05:11 The “Hollow Leg” Buffet Story 06:00 New York & Watch What Happens Live 08:22 ZBiotics (Sponsor) 09:34 Real Housewives Easter Eggs & Cocktails 12:50 The Surreal Gayle King Interview 14:30 Being a Lifelong Oprah Fan 15:04 Meeting the Author of The Anxious Generation 34:40 Mom Guilt & Missing Homecoming 36:39 Why Middle School Feels So Big 38:53 The Battle Over Kids’ Hygiene 41:17 Why Moms Struggle to Disconnect From Home 43:11 The Football Sideline Crush 44:13 A Story They Might Need Legal Approval to Tell 45:30 Touring, Thank-You Notes & Amazing Fans 46:52 The Hilarious “Purse Trash” Gifts 48:29 Feeling Less Alone as a Mom 49:21 Dinner Plans & More Chicago Stories 51:17 The Story They’re Saving for Next Time If you are interested in advertising on this podcast email advertising@pionairepodcasting.com To request #IMOMSOHARD to be on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to talent@pionairepodcasting.com

  • October 13 · 57 min

    I HALLOWEEN COSTUME SO HARD

    Halloween is basically Kristin and Jen’s Super Bowl, and they’re going all in! From over-the-top decorations and competitive costumes to trick-or-treating memories and hilarious costume fails, the ladies are celebrating everything spooky. Plus, Kristin quizzes Jen on Halloween history and trivia, they debate the best (and worst) costume ideas, and reminisce about their wildest Halloween nights. Grab your candy and get ready to get spooky! Thank you to our sponsors! Thank you, OneSkin! Get 15% off OneSkin with the code IMOMSOHARD at https://www.oneskin.co/IMOMSOHARD #oneskinpod Thank you, Skims! Shop my favorite loungewear and pajamas at http://www.SKIMS.com. #skimspartner Get all of our sponsor DISCOUNT CODES here! https://linkin.bio/imomsohardpodcast If you are interested in advertising on this podcast email advertising@pionairepodcasting.com To request #IMOMSOHARD to be on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to talent@pionairepodcasting.com

  • October 6 · 41 min

    I PERIMENOPAUSE SO HARD

    Kristin and Jen are fired up about perimenopause and why getting the care you need can feel way harder than it should. From hormones and testosterone to pharmacy roadblocks and dry vaginas, they’re talking about advocating for yourself, asking the uncomfortable questions, and refusing to just suffer through it. Thank you to our sponsors! Thank you, Lola Blankets! Get 40% off select Lola Blankets products at http://www.Lolablankets.com by using code IMOMSOHARD at checkout. Experience the world’s #1 blanket with Lola Blankets. Thank you, BetterHelp! Visit http://www.BetterHelp.com/IMOMSOHARD to explore your payment options. Thank you, Zenni Optical! Use code PODCAST15 to get 15% OFF your first order, plus free shipping on all US orders over sixty five dollars at https://zenni.com/podcast #zennipartner If you are interested in advertising on this podcast email advertising@pionairepodcasting.com 05:00 — “I Have Zero Sex Drive” 07:30 — Why Isn’t Testosterone an Option? 11:15 — The Fight to Get HRT 16:35 — Women Are Finally Asking for Help 18:40 — Getting Your Personality Back 22:45 — When Sex Actually Hurts 24:05 — The HRT Cancer Myth 27:30 — Why Getting Medication Is So Hard 32:00 — Finding Better Menopause Care 34:10 — We Have to Do Better for Women 36:00 — Recognizing the First Signs 37:30 — Women Deserve Better Than “Just Okay” 39:05 — We’re Not Done Living Yet To request #IMOMSOHARD to be on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to talent@pionairepodcasting.com FOLLOW US: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/imomsohard Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imomsohard/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/imomsohard SEE US ON TOUR: https://www.imomsohard.com/ WATCH OUR AMAZON PRIME SPECIAL: https://www.amazon.com/IMomSoHard-Live/dp/B07VBJ34DT

  • September 29 · 41 min

    BEST OF SHOPPING STORIES

    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 unforgettable Aldi adventure are back in one episode celebrating the bargains and retail drama we can’t stop talking about. Thank you to our sponsors! Thank you, Cozy Earth! Head to https://www.cozyearth.com and use my code IMOMSOHARD for an exclusive 20% off home and sleepwear! Thank you, ZBioitics! Wedding season, bachelorettes, rooftop birthdays — August doesn't slow down and neither do you. Pre-Alcohol keeps it that way. http://www.ZBiotics.com/IMOMSOHARD, code IMOMSOHARD for 15% off Thank you, Wayfair! ransform your space with pieces that hold up to real life. Join Wayfair Rewards today and get five percent back on every purchase. Head to http://www.wayfair.com or shop the Wayfair app for all things home. CHAPTERS: 04:07 The Missing Bodysuit 07:09 The Bra Debate 12:28 Poshmark & Thrift Shopping 15:18 Learning to Shop Your Closet 18:05 Trying to Sell Our Clothes 21:29 What Grocery Store Are You? 24:00 Dating, But Make It Shopping 26:26 Who Cares What Size You Wear? 29:52 Dressing For Yourself 32:04 The $400 Doily Shorts 36:14 Trying On The Viral Shorts 38:29 Fashion Has Lost Its Mind 40:04 The Shorts We Actually Want If you are interested in advertising on this podcast email advertising@pionairepodcasting.com To request #IMOMSOHARD to be on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to talent@pionairepodcasting.com FOLLOW US: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/imomsohard Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imomsohard/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/imomsohard SEE US ON TOUR: https://www.imomsohard.com/ WATCH OUR AMAZON PRIME SPECIAL: https://www.amazon.com/IMomSoHard-Live/dp/B07VBJ34DT

  • September 22 · 54 min

    BEST OF OUR DATING ADVICE

    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 about what's wrong with them today AND helping our producer with dating in LA. Are we qualified to give dating advice? Absolutely not. Are we going to give it anyway? You betcha. Thank you to our sponsors! Thank you, Primal Queen! Our listeners get a FREE MONTH of Primal Queen plus FOUR FREE GIFTS at http://www.PrimalQueen.com/IMOMSOHARD. #ad Thank you, Branch Basics! Get 15% off Branch Basics with the code MOMSOHARD at http://www.branchbasics.com/MOMSOHARD #branchbasicspod Thank you, Wayfair! Join Wayfair Rewards today to get 5% back on every purchase and start saving on your next home upgrade. Head to http://www.wayfair.com to shop all things home. CHAPTERS: 00:00 — Green Flags & Red Flags 🚩 12:29 — Dating Apps & Finding Love 17:12 — Dating After Heartbreak 24:22 — Why Young People Need to Get Out 29:08 — The Magic of Going to the Pub 33:23 — Are We Forgetting How to Socialize? 42:02 — Dating in Your 30s 48:56 — Forget the Apps. Go Meet Someone! 51:16 — How I Knew He Was “The One” 53:45 — The Best Dating Advice If you are interested in advertising on this podcast email advertising@pionairepodcasting.com To request #IMOMSOHARD to be on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to talent@pionairepodcasting.com FOLLOW US: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/imomsohard Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imomsohard/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/imomsohard SEE US ON TOUR: https://www.imomsohard.com/ WATCH OUR AMAZON PRIME SPECIAL: https://www.amazon.com/IMomSoHard-Live/dp/B07VBJ34DT

  • September 15 · 46 min

    I DAD BRAINED SO HARD

    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 algorithms to mom overwhelm, perimenopause, dark documentaries, Backrooms, Mad Men, midday martinis, and the undeniable gifts of Jon Hamm, we're embracing a new mantra: it doesn't matter THAT much. Thank you to our sponsors! Thank you, Skims! Shop SKIMS Cotton, and all of our favorite pieces, at https://www.skims.com Thank you, OneSkin! Get 15% off OneSkin with the code IMOMSOHARD at https://www.oneskin.co/IMOMSOHARD #oneskinpod Get all of our sponsor DISCOUNT CODES here! https://linkin.bio/imomsohardpodcast If you are interested in advertising on this podcast email advertising@pionairepodcasting.com CHAPTERS: Mom Life Is a LOT 05:44 – The Crashing Out Tour Is Coming! 08:12 – When Your Clothes Stop Fitting 😭 09:16 – Is Facebook Tracking Our Brains? 13:54 – Why Are All Moms So Overwhelmed? 15:19 – Is Mom Brain Actually Broken? 18:34 – Why Are We Scheduling Our Kids So Much? 22:21 – What Would a Dad Do? 😂 24:04 – Caring Less About What People Think 28:00 – The Documentary That Traumatized Us 31:22 – Why You Need to Watch “Backrooms” 35:01 – The Weirdness of Liminal Spaces 37:48 – A Love Letter to Dolly Parton 39:17 – Why We’re Obsessed With Jon Hamm 41:52 – The Case for 2PM Martinis 44:42 – Help Us Redesign the Podcast Room To request #IMOMSOHARD to be on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to talent@pionairepodcasting.com FOLLOW US: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/imomsohard Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imomsohard/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/imomsohard SEE US ON TOUR: https://www.imomsohard.com/ WATCH OUR AMAZON PRIME SPECIAL: https://www.amazon.com/IMomSoHard-Live/dp/B07VBJ34DT

  • September 8 · 42 min

    I 90TH BIRTHDAY PARTIED SO HARD

    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 aggressive lemon. Thank you to our sponsors! Thank you to our sponsor, BetterHelp Sign up and get 10% off at http://www.BetterHelp.com/IMOMSOHARD Thank you to our sponsor, Lola Blankets! Get 40% off select Lola Blankets products at http://www.Lolablankets.com by using code IMOMSOHARD at checkout. Experience the world’s #1 blanket with Lola Blankets. Thank you to our sponsor, ZBiotics! Wedding season, bachelorettes, rooftop birthdays — August doesn't slow down and neither do you. Pre-Alcohol keeps it that way. http://www.ZBiotics.com/IMOMSOHARD, code IMOMSOHARD for 15% off Get all of our sponsor DISCOUNT CODES here! https://linkin.bio/imomsohardpodcast If you are interested in advertising on this podcast email advertising@pionairepodcasting.com CHAPTERS: 00:35 Retirement Communities Are Actually Fun?! 04:32 We’re Moving to Connecticut 05:40 We’re Going to Retire Together 06:25 The 90th Birthday Party 09:13 The Most Awkward Hotel Room Story Ever 15:13 The Big 90th Birthday Party 16:43 Her Daughter Takes Over Karaoke 🎤 23:15 The “Lemon” Conversation 🍋 24:27 I Bricked My Phone 30:01 We’re Talking About Sex Toys Now 36:30 The Real Reason She Bought a Red-Light Device 40:17 Is It Actually Worth It? 41:18 Please Don’t Put the Lemon in There 😭 To request #IMOMSOHARD to be on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to talent@pionairepodcasting.com FOLLOW US: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/imomsohard Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imomsohard/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/imomsohard SEE US ON TOUR: https://www.imomsohard.com/ WATCH OUR AMAZON PRIME SPECIAL: https://www.amazon.com/IMomSoHard-Live/dp/B07VBJ34DT

  • September 1 · 40 min

    I SUMMER VACATIONED SO HARD PART 2

    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, and a fever dream of a trip to Texas. Plus, we compare vacation highs and lows and prove that sometimes the best family memories come from the absolute worst travel stories. Thank you, Branch Basics! Get 15% off Branch Basics with the code MOMSOHARD at http://www.branchbasics.com/MOMSOHARD #branchbasicspod Thank you, Famous Footwear! Buy one pair, get one half off at Famous Footwear. Shop in store to get $10 to spend this fall. Some exclusions apply. Thank you, Lola Blankets! Get 40% off select Lola Blankets products at http://www.Lolablankets.com by using code IMOMSOHARD at checkout. Experience the world’s #1 blanket with Lola Blankets. If you are interested in advertising on this podcast email advertising@pionairepodcasting.com To request #IMOMSOHARD to be on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to talent@pionairepodcasting.com CHAPTERS: 00:16 — Jen's Jack the Ripper Adventure 03:35 — London Was MUCH Darker Than Expected 08:00 — The Shocking Truth About Jack the Ripper 12:53 — Jen Abandons the Tour 😂 17:10 — Jen Returns From Europe Completely Exhausted 17:59 — Meanwhile... Kristin's Vacation 19:46 — It All Started With Some Tacos 21:21 — The Kids Start VIOLENTLY Throwing Up 23:24 — Both Kids Are Sick 26:52 — The Lettuce Outbreak 27:56 — "I Paid So Much for Those Tacos!" 29:44 — The Diarrhea Lettuce Investigation 30:39 — The Flight From Hell 33:45 — Kristin Gets Stranded in Vegas 34:29 — Welcome to the Houston Heat 35:23 — A 102° Fever in an 86° House 37:50 — Europe vs. Houston 38:14 — At Least There Was a Silver Lining 39:21 — Taco Bell Will Fix Everything FOLLOW US: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/imomsohard Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imomsohard/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/imomsohard SEE US ON TOUR: https://www.imomsohard.com/ WATCH OUR AMAZON PRIME SPECIAL: https://www.amazon.com/IMomSoHard-Live/dp/B07VBJ34DT

  • August 25 · 42 min

    I SUMMER VACATIONED SO HARD PART 1

    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 us as we talk West End surprises, World Cup pubs, Anne Frank's House, the Louvre jewel heist, and the hotel room with the see-through bathroom that almost ended one marriage. Next week: Kristin's Cyclospora-fueled Texas vacation from hell. Thanks to our sponsor, Famous Footwear! Right now, it’s BOGO. Buy one pair, get one half off at Famous Footwear. Shop in store to get $10 to spend this fall. Some exclusions apply. Thank you to our sponsor, Hulala Home! Use code iMOM12 for 12% off. Visit http://www.HulalaHome.com to learn more. Thank you to our sponsor, Wayfair! Join Wayfair Rewards today to get 5% back on every purchase and start saving on your next home upgrade. Head to http://www.wayfair.com to shop all things home. If you are interested in advertising on this podcast email advertising@pionairepodcasting.com CHAPTERS: 01:52 ✈️ Jen’s European vacation begins 03:40 🎂 Delilah’s surprise birthday in London 05:20 🎭 Beetlejuice on the West End 07:16 🚌 Double-decker buses & surviving jet lag 08:02 🍺 London nightlife & the World Cup 13:27 🚆 London → Amsterdam 14:47 🏨 The Amsterdam hotel nightmare 21:59 🚲 Amsterdam’s terrifying bike culture 25:00 🍜 “Do we just go home?” 29:10 🕯️ The Anne Frank House 32:05 ❤️ Why travel makes us more human 33:53 🚲 Amsterdam bikes, rain & European “fragrance” 36:46 🚆 Amsterdam → Paris 37:49 🖼️ Jen gets the inside scoop on the Louvre heist 42:18 🥐 Paris, touristy stuff & the key to family travel 44:26 ✨ The magical ending to Jen’s London trip 46:29 👀 Wait… there’s a Part 2?! To request #IMOMSOHARD to be on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to talent@pionairepodcasting.com FOLLOW US: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/imomsohard Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imomsohard/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/imomsohard SEE US ON TOUR: https://www.imomsohard.com/ WATCH OUR AMAZON PRIME SPECIAL: https://www.amazon.com/IMomSoHard-Live/dp/B07VBJ34DT

  • August 18 · 49 min

    I LOVE ON THE SPECTRUM MOMS SO HARD

    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 Love on the Spectrum! We get the real spiel on how it is to have your parenting be spotlighted on the biggest streaming platform out there, the BTS realness of recording Love on the Spectrum and how all moms, both mom of neurodivergent kids and neurotypical kids, can better support each other. Thank you to our sponsors! Thanks to our sponsor, Square! Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at http://www.square.com/go/momsohard! #squarepod Thanks to our sponsor, Famous Footwear! Right now, it’s BOGO. Buy one pair, get one half off at Famous Footwear. Shop in store to get $10 to spend this fall. Some exclusions apply. Thanks to our sponsor, Skims! Shop SKIMS Cotton, and all of our favorite pieces, at http://www.skims.com If you are interested in advertising on this podcast email advertising@pionairepodcasting.com To request #IMOMSOHARD to be on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to talent@pionairepodcasting.com CHAPTERS: 00:00 Meet Lise & Nicci from Love on the Spectrum 04:29 Why We LOVE Love on the Spectrum 07:25 Parenting With Love, Honesty & Humor 13:05 Helping Your Kids Through Anxiety 18:28 Raising Kids as a Family 24:27 How Lise & Nicci Became Friends 33:40 Putting Your Family Out There Online 37:01 What Love on the Spectrum Is Really Like Behind the Scenes 43:03 How to Be a Good Friend to a Mom With an Autistic Child 49:37 The Awkward Mom Stories 😂 58:09 Parenting, Middle School & Growing Up 01:01:35 What Makes Lise & Nicci Such Great Moms 01:06:56 Parenting Through Anxiety & Big Emotions 01:09:52 Your Kids Are NOT You 01:17:45 How Their Friendship Changed Everything 01:19:28 How I Mom So Hard Started 01:24:05 Why Female Friendship Matters 01:37:34 How to REALLY Show Up for Your Mom Friends 01:45:54 Why We LOVE Lise & Nicci FOLLOW US: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/imomsohard Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imomsohard/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/imomsohard SEE US ON TOUR: https://www.imomsohard.com/ WATCH OUR AMAZON PRIME SPECIAL: https://www.amazon.com/IMomSoHard-Live/dp/B07VBJ34DT

  • August 11 · 50 min

    I ORGANIZE MY LIFE SO HARD

    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 expensive swimsuits, and why one of us stress-cleans while the other stress-watches The Bodyguard. Plus, we debate snack houses vs. ingredient houses and admit the embarrassing things we keep buying over and over. Thank you to our sponsor, Zenni Optical! Go to http://www.zenni.com/PODCAST use code PODCAST15 for 15% off your first order. Thank you to our sponsor, ZBiotics! Go to https://zbiotics.com/IMOMSOHARD and use IMOMSOHARD at checkout for 15% off any first time orders of ZBiotics probiotics. Thank you to our sponsor, Famous Footwear! Buy one pair, get one half off at Famous Footwear. Shop in store to get $10 to spend this fall. Some exclusions apply. If you are interested in advertising on this podcast email advertising@pionairepodcasting.com To request #IMOMSOHARD to be on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to talent@pionairepodcasting.com FOLLOW US: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/imomsohard Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imomsohard/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/imomsohard SEE US ON TOUR: https://www.imomsohard.com/ WATCH OUR AMAZON PRIME SPECIAL: https://www.amazon.com/IMomSoHard-Live/dp/B07VBJ34DT CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro & Live Show Updates 05:17 Why We Get Overwhelmed 08:14 The Chaos of Organization 10:16 Tackling the Laundry Room Disaster 11:35 When Your Husband Ruins the Laundry 😂 13:01 Fixing a Terrible Laundry Room 15:12 Decluttering = Clearing Your Mind 18:07 Getting Rid of Stuff You Don't Need 20:46 The Shame of Being Unorganized 25:17 The Closet Is NEVER Big Enough 28:37 Making the Most of a Small Space 33:30 You Don't Need More Stuff! 36:11 The Shoe Box: Back-to-School Shopping 38:36 What Do We Buy WAY Too Much Of? 39:54 Makeup, Sudafed & Buying Things We Already Have 41:20 WHY DO WE HAVE 8 BAGS OF CHIPS?! 42:00 Are You a Snack Household or an Ingredients Household? 44:55 When Your Pantry Becomes a Disaster 46:14 “I Already Have Hoisin Sauce!” 48:26 Back-to-School Shopping Chaos 50:41 The Laundry Disaster Continues 51:27 Our Completely Unorganized Work Life 52:13 “Where Are the Birth Certificates?” 52:57 THE MISSING PASSPORT PANIC 54:25 I've Got to Get My Sh*t Together

  • August 4 · 44 min

    I BEST OF SUMMER SO HARD

    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 Fourth of July behind the scenes. Cheers to Summer! Thank you to our sponsor, Hiya Health! To receive 50% off your first order, go to hiyahealth.com/MOM. Thanks to our sponsor, Famous Footwear! Buy one pair, get one half off at Famous Footwear. Shop in store to get $10 to spend this fall. Some exclusions apply. Thank you to our sponsor, BetterHelp! See the reviews, see what stands out, and see if BetterHelp is right for you. Visit http://www.Betterhelp.com/IMOMSOHARD CHAPTERS: 00:00 Summer Cocktails 🍸 01:11 Finn's Crepe Adventure 07:08 Parenting & Kids With Money 14:44 The Hawk Story 21:57 Back-to-School Shopping 23:28 World Cup & Why America Feels Different 37:41 Fourth of July Memories & Neighborhood Chaos If you are interested in advertising on this podcast email advertising@pionairepodcasting.com To request #IMOMSOHARD to be on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to talent@pionairepodcasting.com FOLLOW US: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/imomsohard Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imomsohard/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/imomsohard SEE US ON TOUR: https://www.imomsohard.com/ WATCH OUR AMAZON PRIME SPECIAL: https://www.amazon.com/IMomSoHard-Live/dp/B07VBJ34DT

  • July 28 · 42 min

    I TAYLOR SWIFT'S WEDDING SO HARD

    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, celebrity weddings, and all the reasons we absolutely should have been invited to Taylor and Travis's big day. Thanks to our sponsor, Hulala Home! Visit http://www.hulalahome.com and use code iMOM12 for 12% off Thanks to our sponsor, Famous Footwear! Buy one pair, get one half off at Famous Footwear. Shop in store to get $10 to spend this fall. Some exclusions apply. Thanks to our sponsor, Lola Blankets! Get 40% off select Lola Blankets products at http://www.Lolablankets.com by using code IMOMSOHARD at checkout CHAPTERS: 02:50 Empire State Building Proposal Goes Viral 06:19 Taylor & Travis Wedding Weekend Begins 10:03 Why Weren't We Invited?! 12:23 The Weirdest Wedding Gift Ever 14:09 Sponsor: HULA HOME 14:51 Taylor's Wedding Guests & Adam Sandler 17:30 Will We Ever See Wedding Footage? 18:57 Security, Privacy & Celebrity Weddings 20:18 Wedding Plus-Ones Debate 24:33 Jen's Secret J.Lo Wedding Catering Story 26:18 What We Wish Happened at Taylor's Wedding 28:38 Sponsor: Famous Footwear 30:00 Taylor's Wedding Details & Guest List 35:01 Sponsor: Lola Blankets 36:05 The Glam Squad Chaos 38:45 Love Island With My Son?! 41:29 Smirnoff Ice Parenting Moment 43:42 Final Taylor Wedding Thoughts 45:39 Empire State Proposal Revisited If you are interested in advertising on this podcast email advertising@pionairepodcasting.com To request #IMOMSOHARD to be on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to talent@pionairepodcasting.com FOLLOW US: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/imomsohard Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imomsohard/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/imomsohard SEE US ON TOUR: https://www.imomsohard.com/ WATCH OUR AMAZON PRIME SPECIAL: https://www.amazon.com/IMomSoHard-Live/dp/B07VBJ34DT

  • July 21 · 42 min

    I FOURTH OF JULYED SO HARD

    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 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 in store 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.com To request #IMOMSOHARD to be on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to talent@pionairepodcasting.com CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro 00:55 Meet the New Team Member 01:32 Why We Buy the Same Clothes 04:01 Jen's Europe Trip 06:11 World Cup Crushes & Hot Flashes 12:03 The Best Story of the World Cup 13:21 Sponsor: Famous Footwear 14:40 More World Cup Talk 18:05 Fourth of July Traditions 20:49 The Neighborhood Hot Dog Line 25:04 Sponsor: Square 25:54 The Shoebox: Best Shoes for Sideline Moms 28:16 Fourth of July Parade Stories 31:08 Fireworks Gone Wrong 38:27 Sponsor: Hulala Home 39:38 Potluck Disasters & Mac & Cheese 43:14 The Ultimate Hot Dog Debate 45:25 Outro FOLLOW US: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/imomsohard Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imomsohard/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/imomsohard SEE US ON TOUR: https://www.imomsohard.com/ WATCH OUR AMAZON PRIME SPECIAL: https://www.amazon.com/IMomSoHard-Live/dp/B07VBJ34DT

  • July 14 · 47 min

    I SECONDHARD SHOP FIRST SO HARD

    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, 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.com Thanks to our sponsor, Hiya Health! Receive 50% off your first order on any of their products. To claim this deal you must go to http://www.hiyahealth.com/MOM CHAPTERS: 00:00:31 Why Everyone's Obsessed with Poshmark 00:02:18 The Rise of Secondhand Shopping 00:05:09 What Poshmark Actually Is 00:06:12 Jen's Secret to Finding Amazing Deals 00:07:40 Why Kristin Struggles with Thrifting 00:11:23 Wayfair Sponsor 00:12:38 Selling Clothes & Brick-and-Mortar Resale Stores 00:15:19 Why Kristin Hates Shopping 00:16:24 Shop Your Own Closet 00:18:03 Trying to Sell Clothes at Crossroads 00:20:24 How to Spot Quality While Thrifting 00:21:46 Poshmark Tips, Shipping & Bundles 00:23:16 Luxury Bags & Avoiding Scams 00:27:47 Estate Sales, Antiquing & Flea Markets 00:28:55 Skims Sponsor 00:30:29 Best Thrift Store Finds for Your Home 00:32:39 Why Thrifting Feels Like a Treasure Hunt 00:35:28 Designer Bags & Vintage Coach 00:40:20 Hiya Sponsor 00:41:34 Donating vs. Reselling Clothes 00:43:18 Garage Sale Strategy 00:44:55 Poshmark Etiquette & Negotiating Prices 00:49:33 How to Successfully Sell on Poshmark 00:50:13 Our Best Thrift Store Finds If you are interested in advertising on this podcast email advertising@pionairepodcasting.com To request #IMOMSOHARD to be on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to talent@pionairepodcasting.com FOLLOW US: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/imomsohard Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imomsohard/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/imomsohard SEE 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-LVho3FvWnXp JUST LISTEN TO THE PODCAST: https://link.chtbl.com/imomsohard ABOUT 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.

  • July 7 · 55 min

    I GREEN FLAG SO HARD

    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 you to our sponsor ZBiotics! Go to https://zbiotics.com/IMOMSOHARD and use IMOMSOHARD at checkout for 15% off any first time orders 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 for fifteen percent off your first order at https://zenni.com/IMOMSOHARD Thank you to our sponsor BetterHelp! Sign up and get 10% off at http://www.betterhelp.com /IMOMSOHARD CHAPTERS: 00:27 Outfit Chat & The Hollister Obsession 03:37 Wheeler's, Small Town Shopping & Nostalgia 04:14 Tour Dates, New Book & Middle School Parenting 06:30 Parenting Teen Boys Is... Something 08:16 Why 15-Year-Olds Are Still Just Kids 11:02 Vegas Trip & Hangover Tips (Sponsor) 12:23 Teaching Kids About Red Flags & Green Flags 14:31 Green Flags We Look For in People 16:12 The Best Green Flags in Friendships 20:27 Green Flags Every Adult Should Have 22:19 Why We Need Friends Who "Get It" 23:10 Glasses, Aging & Zenni (Sponsor) 24:22 More Green Flags + Laughing at Yourself 30:19 Dating Green Flags vs. Red Flags 32:49 The Biggest Dating Red Flags 36:30 Love Bombing Explained 39:32 Lifestyle Red Flags You Shouldn't Ignore 42:35 Money Lessons for Kids & Dating 43:17 Therapy Is a Green Flag (Sponsor) 45:14 Trust, Flirting & Relationship Boundaries 50:01 When a Relationship Drains You 51:32 What Healthy Friendships Actually Feel Like 52:36 Hot Flash + What We're Watching If you are interested in advertising on this podcast email advertising@pionairepodcasting.com To request #IMOMSOHARD to be on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to talent@pionairepodcasting.com FOLLOW US: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/imomsohard Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imomsohard/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/imomsohard SEE US ON TOUR: https://www.imomsohard.com/ WATCH OUR AMAZON PRIME SPECIAL: https://www.amazon.com/IMomSoHard-Live/dp/B07VBJ34DT

  • June 30 · 50 min

    I WATCHED THE DOC MATERNAL INSTINCT SO HARD

    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 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 IMOMSOHARD If you are interested in advertising on this podcast email advertising@pionairepodcasting.com To 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/imomsohardpodcast FOLLOW US: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/imomsohard Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imomsohard/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/imomsohard SEE US ON TOUR: https://www.imomsohard.com/ WATCH OUR AMAZON PRIME SPECIAL: https://www.amazon.com/IMomSoHard-Live/dp/B07VBJ34DT CHAPTERS: 01:40 Vegas Retirement Trip Plans 06:36 Dancing, Casinos & Vegas Stories 09:17 Sponsor: Lola Blankets 10:22 Poshmark, Shopping & Fake Designer Bags 12:19 Trigger Warning: Today's True Crime Case 15:06 The Hawk Story & Strange Signs 22:39 The Netflix Documentary Everyone's Talking About 26:15 The Fake Pregnancy Begins 31:05 Fake Ultrasounds & A Web of Lies 34:22 The Boyfriend, Fake Fortune & $2 Million Estate 36:32 The Investigation Unfolds 42:28 How Did Everyone Believe Her? 45:37 The Friend Who Exposed Everything 47:26 Should You Watch It? 47:51 True Crime vs. Scary Movies 51:06 Final Thoughts

  • June 23 · 38 min

    I KNICKS & WORLD CUP SO HARD

    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! http://www.hiyahealth.com Thank you to our Sponsor, Square! Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at http://www.square.com/go/momsohard Get our sponsor DISCOUNT CODES here! https://linkin.bio/imomsohardpodcast If you are interested in advertising on this podcast email advertising@pionairepodcasting.com To request #IMOMSOHARD to be on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to talent@pionairepodcasting.com CHAPTERS: 02:12 New Book Preorder + Tour Dates 03:00 Why the World Cup is Bringing Joy to America 05:18 The Lawrence, Kansas & Algeria Story 08:14 World Cup Travelers Discovering America 11:08 The German Tourist Everyone Loves 13:20 Sponsor: Hiya Health 15:05 The New York Knicks Obsession 20:23 Volunteering for the Olympics 21:19 Single Ladies, This Is Your Moment 24:45 Sponsor: Square 26:41 More Knicks Talk & Sports FOMO 29:01 How Travel Brings People Together 32:11 Becoming Ambassadors of Love 34:05 The $400 Doily Shorts Debate 37:12 Kristen Tries On the Viral Shorts 39:24 Reading the Funniest Comments FOLLOW US: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/imomsohard Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imomsohard/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/imomsohard SEE US ON TOUR: https://www.imomsohard.com/ WATCH OUR AMAZON PRIME SPECIAL: https://www.amazon.com/IMomSoHard-Live/dp/B07VBJ34DT

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