Episodes
This week on BMND, Kail and Vee delve into a dramatic co-parenting story from a listener whose husband revealed he has a child from a past fling. Kail discusses a viral TikTok of a dad embarrassing his child online for not wanting to spend time with him. A conversation about problematic prenup agreements sparks a discussion about unconditional love and the stipulations Kail and Vee would include in their own prenups. In the Down in the DM's segment, a listener shares a complicated tale of...
Published 06/11/24
This week on BMND, Kail shares her experience of becoming a goat mom. In coparenTEA, a listener opens up about why her dad's new relationship feels disrespectful to her mom's legacy. Kail and Vee discuss Morgan Bailey (the Random Man from Atlanta) and the nature of parasocial relationships. They also dive further into the topic of platonic parenting by discussing Kehlani and the father of her child. Additionally, they jump on the TikTok trend of listing off things they no longer care about as...
Published 06/04/24
This week on BMND, Vee talks about her new veneers and sheds light on the often overlooked issue of dental erosion during pregnancy. In coparenTEA, a stepmom faces challenges as the bio mom discourages her from participating in a major milestone for the kids. Kail and Vee continue their tradwife discussion from last week and react to Harrison Butker's teammates showing support for his speech. In Down in the DMs, a listener shares a story about an attempt at sexy time after a New Year's...
Published 05/28/24
This week on BMND, Kail and Vee chat about how they spent Mother's Day. Kail shares some stats about childcare in the US, and they debate whether a four-day school week could actually work. In coparenTEA, they help a mom who's struggling to tell her kids the truth about their dad's past. Plus, Kail and Vee discuss Justin and Hailey Bieber's news, the idea of platonic parenting, and a viral NFL kicker's commencement speech. And in Down in the DM's, a listener details the fallout from being...
Published 05/21/24
This week on BMND, join Kail and Vee as they dive into Kail's recent trip to Jersey, sparking nostalgic memories for Vee about her own time living there. In coparenTEA, a stepmom grapples with concerns about her daughter's well-being under her bio mom's care, but is apprehensive about overstepping boundaries. Kail shares candid critiques of Common's new book, while Vee updates listeners on Jeezy and Jeannie Mai's messy divorce. Plus, in Down in the DMs, shocking secrets are revealed following...
Published 05/14/24
This week on BMND, Kail and Vee reflect on their chaotic week, sharing stories about unexpected visits to urgent care. In coparenTEA, a stepmom seeks advice on navigating gift-giving to her son's biological mom. The hosts also discuss Mother's Day, offering gift ideas and sharing their thoughts on the occasion. Additionally, they discuss recent headlines about Jeezy and Jeannie Mai, exploring the complexities of children from celebrity families witnessing drama unfold on social media. In Down...
Published 05/07/24
This week on BMND, Kail and Vee share some coparenTEA from a listener who's frustrated that her young son was given food without her permission. Kail opens up about feeling unfairly relied upon in one of her coparenting relationships. They explore a thought-provoking Parents.com article where a divorced dad faces the reality of carrying the entire mental load of parenting. The hosts share their insights on Keke Palmer's viral tweet about cheating and spark a discussion on the ethics of...
Published 04/30/24
This week on BMND, Kail and Vee dive into listener feedback received on Facebook regarding the podcast's direction. In coparenTEA, they tackle the challenges faced by a listener dealing with a rebellious stepdaughter and its impact on coparenting. The hosts discuss JoJo Siwa's rebranding journey and societal attitudes towards personal growth. They also address recent unjust criticism towards Jeannie Mai on social media. In Down in the DMs, a listener shares a heart-wrenching story of betrayal...
Published 04/23/24
This week on BMND, join Kail and Vee as they share their spring break experiences and discuss a mother seeking advice after her young daughter experimented with beer during coparenTEA. The hosts uncover surprising trends like kids getting high with nutmeg, prompting a conversation about their own experiences with smoking. Vee opens up about baby names she likes that don't have alternative meanings, while Kail talks about navigating her way out of depression but still struggling with anxiety...
Published 04/16/24
This week on BMND, Kail and Vee discuss a heartbreaking coparenTEA story about a mother struggling with resentment towards her daughter. Kail talks about a dating coach's theory on how men categorize women into five types and theorizes if she was put into a category by men in her past. They also explore the concept of sharing household bills equally and discuss expectations placed on their partners. In Down in the DM's, listen to a chilling tale involving underage drinking and a listener's...
Published 04/09/24
This week on BMND, Kail and Vee provide guidance to a listener who has just discovered she will be stepping into the role of a step-parent. Drawing from their own experiences, they navigate the potential roadblocks and pitfalls that come with co-parenting arrangements. A TikTok video makes Kail revisit recent comments she received after welcoming a daughter, sparking a discussion on gender expectations imposed on children. In the Down in the DM's, a listener's marital disagreement leads to an...
Published 04/02/24
This week on BMND, Kail and Vee unpack some coparenTEA involving a listener facing custody threats from her ex-husband due to her new relationship. They then share their thoughts on Kanye and Kim's post-divorce relationship, pondering the possibility of reconciliation. Additionally, Vee offers her recent insights on navigating friendships as a mom, exploring the concept of dealbreakers in mom friendships. Meanwhile, Kail delves into a viral post addressing parental decisions about children's...
Published 03/26/24
This week on BMND, Vee considers getting veneers, seeking advice from Kail, while a poignant post in the Facebook group sparks reflection on the theme of grief. In coparenTEA, a listener navigates boundaries with her ex's family, prompting Kail and Vee to discuss the effects of childhood trauma. Kail reads a Washington Post article about parents who want their kids to work in the service industry, and the hosts reflect on their own service industry experience. Lastly, in Down in the DMs,...
Published 03/19/24
This week on BMND, a coparenTEA submission reminds Vee of the infamous letter she wrote to Kail while they were on bad terms. Kail and Vee discuss the letter, why Kail reacted the way she did, and how it played out for the Teen Mom audience. They also discuss the messages they received following last week's episode and clarify their thoughts on splitting the bill with friends. Vee consults with Kail on how to deal with kids who are hard on themselves for making mistakes in sports. In Down in...
Published 03/12/24
This week on BMND, Kail and Vee discuss a coparenTEA submission about a listener who is wrestling with her feelings after finding out her ex-husband is having another child. A Facebook submission infuriates both Kail and Vee when they read that the writer's husband doesn't believe it's his job to look after the children. In Down in the DM's, a 'work husband' dynamic takes an unexpected turn due to a surprising kink. Also, the hosts discuss the recent heartbreaking Hayden Panettiere article...
Published 03/05/24
This week on BMND, Kail asks Vee about her opinion on the DNA test story from last week. On coparenTEA, a listener's daughter wants nothing to do with her bio dad, leading Vee to discuss her own daddy issues. In Down in the DM's, a listener returns to a well-known rapper's hotel, while another listener experiences betrayal in her first serious relationship. Kail and Vee discuss a Reddit post about a friend group pressuring a childless friend to pitch in for a babysitter, and Vee recounts the...
Published 02/27/24
This week on BMND, Kail is flying solo and she delves into emotional coparenTEA stories, including a stepmom's struggle with child support issues, a listener's clash with her ex-girlfriend over parenting styles, and another stepmom who lies to her stepkids to salvage the relationship with the biomom. In Down in the DM's, a former stay-at-home mom seeks advice on navigating feelings for a customer, a father-in-law gets an eyeful when printing out photos, and a listener grapples with heartbreak...
Published 02/20/24
This week on BMND, a listener writes in to share her heartwarming accidental pregnancy story. In coparenTEA, a listener's partner makes excuses for not taking care of the baby, prompting the hosts to warn about the potential for resentment in the relationship. In Down in the DMs, a boyfriend transitions into the role of a gay best friend after coming out of the closet in a wild way. Additionally, Vee discusses the 'grey rock method' for dealing with narcissists. Kail and Vee engage in a...
Published 02/13/24
This week on BMND, we have updates on the lice story as well as the house raid story from last week. In coparenTEA, a listener's baby daddy attempts to get taken off child support in the messiest way possible. In Down in the DM's, a listener catches her husband's side piece on camera, sparking a discussion about men who marry multiple times. Kail and Vee also delve into the important issue of consent and social media, discussing the recent 'nose cover' trend and the peer pressure associated...
Published 02/06/24
This week on BMND, Kail and Vee discuss The ACE Family drama, and Kail opens up about her internal conflict regarding marriage and its meaning. They also delve into some coparenTEA, tackling a situation where a stepchild consistently gets lice upon returning from her bio-mom's house. In Down in the DM's, a savvy listener uncovers her baby daddy's infidelity using an Apple Watch. To add some excitement for Valentine's Day, Kail and Vee share enticing product recommendations for the...
Published 01/30/24
This week on BMND, Kail and Vee explore coparenTEA, addressing a listener's agonizing decision when her daughter is excluded from the will by the stepmom. The discussion delves into considerations of what's appropriate when including stepchildren in estate planning. In Down in the DM's, the hosts share a gripping tale of life with an ex-prisoner leading to unexpected challenges. The episode also tackles the age-appropriateness of leaving kids home alone, drawing from the hosts' personal...
Published 01/23/24
This week on BMND, Kail and Vee read an update to a previous Down in the DM and dive into some fascinating coparenTEA. A listener discovers inappropriate images on her teen's phone and is struggling to determine the best way to react. Another listener is experiencing issues with her stepdaughter, leading to an informative conversation about nurturing relationships between siblings. In Down in the DM's, a best friend goes too far at an engagement party, and a story featuring a "sugarless...
Published 01/16/24
This week on BMND, Vee takes Kail by surprise by sharing a story of an unexpected encounter involving Kail's ex at the most inconvenient moment. In the CoparenTEA segment, the hosts delve into the challenges faced by a listener whose mother-in-law is grappling with addiction, causing problems in the relationship. In Down in the DM's, listeners confess to eyebrow-raising escapades, including a rendezvous with an ex-fiance's brother and a neighbor caught in a compromising situation....
Published 01/09/24
On this week's episode of BMND, Kail and Vee react to advice they wished they had received before turning 30. Join the conversation as Kail and Vee candidly share their experiences navigating issues like setting boundaries, overcoming people-pleasing tendencies, learning not to take life too seriously, and acquiring investment knowledge. They also dive into coparenTEA stories, featuring tales of deceit, irresponsible bio moms, and the tension of being a team mom. Make sure to check out our...
Published 01/02/24
Vee has been feeling disconnected recently and talks about the circumstances that have given her anxiety and sleep paralysis. Kail thought she was getting energy from the chaos in her life but now wishes her life was a lot more chill. Kail and Vee imagine what a TV show about them would look like and what kind of show their baby daddies would have. They also read a Down in the Dms story about someone who has been having an affair with the same man for the last twenty two years! Make sure to...
Published 12/26/23