Episodes
JoAnn Crohn and Brie Tucker, hosts of the No Guilt Mom podcast, join Betsy to talk about being criticized for not using new slang correctly, teaching kids how to ride bikes, and very public announcements about very private parts.
Published 02/07/22
Comedian Nick Stevens joins Betsy and guest co-host Ari Voukydis to talk about kid who are too good at hiding, the youngest Grinch, and getting totally swindled into sniffing someones nuts.
Published 01/31/22
Writer and comedian Kelly Hudson (Search Party, What Are You Into podcast) joins Betsy and Amy Albert to talk about kids with bad taste in interior decor, speaking gibberish language to strangers, and when your toddler is an angry drunk. This episode is brought to you by our sponsors BetterHelp and OutSchool.
Published 01/24/22
Director Talia Osteen (The Shabbos Goy) hangs with Betsy and Jessica Elaina Eason to talk about sledding accidents, cancelling Christmas, and acrobatic toddlers covered in sh*t. Talia’s feature film, “Sex APPeal,” streaming now on Hulu!
Published 01/17/22
Betsy and Amy welcome comedian and actor, Kate Mulligan on this episode of Why Mommy Drinks.
Published 01/10/22
Actor, comedian, and podcaster Brian Huskey (Bald Talk podcast, Veep, Bob’s Burgers) hangs with Betsy and Amy Albert to talk about the Dewey Decibel System, advent calendars filled with dusty Ex-Lax, and whether the rug matches the drapes.
Published 01/03/22
Writer Mike Leffingwell joins Betsy and guest co-host Ari Voukydis to discuss dreidel dramatics, bedtime story performance anxiety, and teen scorekeepers who miss the mark. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp.
Published 12/27/21
Comedian Jonny Svarzbein joins Betsy and guest co-host Amy Albert to talk about delivering bad news via ice cream, folding Wall-E trash canyons worth of laundry, and being enraged by stickers. This episode is brought to you by our sponsor, BetterHelp, EveryPlate and Scentfill.
Published 12/20/21
Ify Nwadiwe is a comedian, writer, and podcaster (My First Kicks, Maximum Film!). Ify and Betsy talk about a kid who is so tired that they made themselves throw up, what it’s like to have an “obedient, chill” child, and the importance of peeing BEFORE one gets in the car. Please check out our sponsors this week: BetterHelp, Bombas, StoryWorth, and Thrive Causemetics. -- SHOW INFORMATION Why Mommy Drinks Merchandise Patreon: Patreon.com/WhyMommyDrinks Facebook Page:...
Published 12/13/21
Comedian and actor Frank Garcia-Hejl (Adam Ruins Everything, Scare Package) hangs with Betsy and guest co-host Ari Voukydis to talk about an insane car ride with your mother-in-law, teachers who expect parents to be way too hands on, and failing preschool for not knowing your gender. Check out and subscribe to Frank's podcasts The Cannon Canon and The Smashing Pumpkast. Thank you to our glorious sponsors, who made this episode possible: EveryPlate, Outschool, BetterHelp, and StoryWorth.
Published 12/06/21
Actor and comedian Suni Reyes (Awkwafina Is Nora From Queens, Billions) talks with Betsy and guest co-host Amy Albert about doctors with no bedside manner, walking around school with no pants on, and being mistaken for being pregnant…when you’re not.
Published 11/29/21
Podcaster Arnie Niekamp (Hello From the Magic Tavern) joins Betsy and Amanda Allan to talk about stress-inducing Calico Critters, a part-time job that’s just calling doctors’ offices, and having an old timey stand-off in a drug store. This episode is brought to you by Bombas, StoryWorth, and Scentfill! -- SHOW INFORMATION Why Mommy Drinks Merchandise Patreon: Patreon.com/WhyMommyDrinks Facebook Page: @WhyMommyDrinksPodcast Facebook Group: @WhyMommyDrinks Instagram:...
Published 11/22/21
Jamie Kaler (The DadLands, Tacoma FD, Homeschooled) and Jason Gowin from The Parent's Lounge podcast talk with Betsy and guest co-host Stephanie Escajeda about cheating on your kid's tests, picking a middle school only because they have an anime club, and getting shanghaied into having twins. This episode was brought to you by our sponsors, BetterHelp and Bombas. -- SHOW INFORMATION Why Mommy Drinks Merchandise Patreon: Patreon.com/WhyMommyDrinks Facebook Page:...
Published 11/15/21
Actor and comedian Chris Wylde (Dadholes, ClipCast. The Best Clippers Podcast) talks with Betsy and guest co-host Amy Albert about the unexpected odyssey of hunting down flu shots, being furious at your husband for getting hired for a job, and a haunting Three Stooges moment. Thank you to our sponsor for this episode, EveryPlate. Go to EveryPlate.com and enter the promo code wmd199 to get started and pay only $1.99 per meal! -- SHOW INFORMATION Why Mommy Drinks Merchandise Patreon:...
Published 11/08/21
Danielle Koenig and Kristine Kimmel, hosts of the podcast How to Survive with Danielle and Kristine, join Betsy to talk about middle school bullies, the dangers of watching Pulp Fiction alone, and yarn placentas. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Go to BetterHelp.com/drinks for 10% off your first month of online therapy.
Published 11/01/21
Authors Miry Whitehill (Miry's List) and Jennifer Jackson (The Punkydoos Take the Stage) talk with Betsy about the bizarre relief that a life threatening situation can provide, and what happens when your kid throws a shoe at your head. Pre-order Jennifer and Miry’s book (illustrated by Nomar Perez), Our World Is a Family: A Book about Being a Good Neighbor, at Amazon and Barnes and Noble now! -- SHOW INFORMATION Why Mommy Drinks Merchandise Patreon: Patreon.com/WhyMommyDrinks Facebook...
Published 10/25/21
Comedian and damn delight Marian Yesufu (Black Women in Comedy Festival, Black History Musical Bites podcast) lets it all hang out with Betsy and guest co-host Amy Albert. They talk about filthy kids' rooms, fielding rude questions from other parents at school, and a harrowing tale about teenagers monopolizing the only bathroom. This episode was made possible with the support of our sponsors, BetterHelp and Melon's House Party.
Published 10/18/21
Writer Emily Barth Isler (AfterMath) joins Betsy and guest co-host Luc Ashley to talk about sticky wickets, ear hustlers, and the importance of reading sad books. This episode was made possible by our sponsors, Bombas and Thrive Causemetics. -- SHOW INFORMATION Why Mommy Drinks Merchandise Patreon: Patreon.com/WhyMommyDrinks Facebook Page: @WhyMommyDrinksPodcast Facebook Group: @WhyMommyDrinks Instagram: @WhyMommyDrinksPodcast Twitter: @MommyDrinksShow Email:...
Published 10/11/21
Amanda joins Betsy in this episode to talk about kids criticizing your body, and setting boundaries with your own parents. Thank you to our generous sponsors for this episode, Betterhelp and EveryPlate.
Published 10/04/21
Emily and Joy, the hosts of The Residuals podcast, join Betsy to talk about feeling guilty about not being a cartoon dog dad, Hulk Houdini toddlers, and getting scolded at Barnes & Noble. This episode was made possible by our sponsor O.R.G. Skincare. Use the promo code WMD for 15% off! -- SHOW INFORMATION Why Mommy Drinks Merchandise Patreon: Patreon.com/WhyMommyDrinks Facebook Page: @WhyMommyDrinksPodcast Facebook Group: @WhyMommyDrinks Instagram: @WhyMommyDrinksPodcast Twitter:...
Published 09/27/21
Brandon Gray and Dan Thompson, hosts of the Deck the Hallmark podcast, join Betsy to talk about crying on the first day of kindergarten, scolding your kids for being sweet, and how the school bus is essentially The Hunger Games. Thank you to our sponsor for this episode, BetterHelp. Go to betterhelp.com/drinks for 10% off your first month of online therapy! Buy Brandon Gray, Dan Thompson, and Daniel Pandolph’s book, I’ll Be Home For Christmas Movies, the Deck the Hallmark podcast’s guide to...
Published 09/20/21
Podcaster and TikToker Renee Reina joins Betsy and guest co-host Amy Albert to talk about being stuck on little league group texts, what happens when you try to mix up your routine, and the importance of taking a mental health day. This episode was brought to you by Bombas. Go to bombas.com/wmd for 20% off your order!
Published 09/13/21
Anna Lind Thomas joins Betsy and guest co-host Aly Albert on another episode of Why Mommy Drinks!
Published 09/06/21
Singer and podcaster Malynda Hale (#WeNeedToTalk podcast) joins Betsy and guest co-host Jessica Elaina Eason to talk about the terror of a baby who won’t nap, getting kicked out of summer camp, and trying to parent while toppling the Capitalist machine. -- SHOW INFORMATION Why Mommy Drinks Merchandise Patreon: Patreon.com/WhyMommyDrinks Facebook Page: @WhyMommyDrinksPodcast Facebook Group: @WhyMommyDrinks Instagram: @WhyMommyDrinksPodcast Twitter: @MommyDrinksShow Email:...
Published 08/30/21
Actor, activist, and entrepeneur June Diane Raphael (Grace and Frankie, How Did This Get Made?) joins Betsy and Amanda Allan to talk about getting kids to camp on time, becoming the next Jojo Siwa, and packing everything for a trip but forgetting the one thing you needed most. -- SHOW INFORMATION Why Mommy Drinks Merchandise Patreon: Patreon.com/WhyMommyDrinks Facebook Page: @WhyMommyDrinksPodcast Facebook Group: @WhyMommyDrinks Instagram: @WhyMommyDrinksPodcast Twitter:...
Published 08/23/21