Shut Up Mommy's Talking
115 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 65 ratingsJoin stand-up comedians Kyle Ocasio and Karen Bergreen as they not so much tackle parenting issues but rather complain about them. Hear various perspectives with hilarious guests full of support and love for all the parents out there.
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111: All New Season of the Crown
March 19, 2024 03:23 - 53 minutes - 48.7 MBCynthia Kaplan (Cindy) bravely steps in to co-host while Kyle flies across the country. The moms draw all sorts of unsubstantiated conclusions about the Royal family. We give a shout out to Mom’s for Liberty, what it takes to be a good husband and the questionable wisdom of shtupping your cousin.
110: Don’t Drink the Bleach and Part 2 of the Parenting Pyramid w/ Jeannie Gaffigan
March 14, 2024 23:49 - 1 hour - 49 MBThe ladies get a nice surprise guest as Jeannie Gaffigan’s daughter briefly joins them to share some deep Gen Z insights. We talk parenting boundaries, consequences, and the joy of being bored. Karen’s Worst Mom of the Week is a total twat, and Kyle ends on a story about a potty-trained pigeon.
109: A Flower in My Pants
March 03, 2024 03:19 - 51 minutes - 33.9 MBThis episode starts off with a fan message and Kyle catching up with Karen who’s visiting California. The two talk skin care, the value of saying ‘no’, and other practical topics before making a sharp turn into fisting. You don’t want to miss what Karen calls her hoo-ha, and Kyle appropriately ends on a story about a man in Texas sticking antiques up his butt.
108: Caviar in Vegas and the Idiots Who Influence Our Kids w/ Jeannie Gaffigan
January 14, 2024 22:34 - 57 minutes - 38.2 MBWe’re joined by fan favorite, author, and mom of five, Jeannie Gaffigan. The best selling writer shares how her oldest daughter wouldn't accept a Starbucks gift card because of her social justice morals while her other kid was more than willing to take it. The moms ponder what we can do to make the world better while acknowledging it’s all so exhausting. Karen’s Worst Mom is a real downer while Kyle’s Headline is about, perhaps, the most obnoxious mom that ever walked the planet.
107: Happy New Year; now, cut the crap!!
December 31, 2023 23:45 - 33 minutes - 30.5 MBKyle and Karen share their resolutions. Karen proclaims no more death while Kyle just wants a nap. The moms go into a very detailed discush of Kyle's recent colonic. Juicy. No worst mom this week, but our weird story is fantastic.
106: Impressions w/ Andy Pitz
December 08, 2023 01:17 - 1 hour - 54.7 MBOur Dad of the Month comedian Andy Pitz joins the podcast. We talk about how comedic impressions are a faux pas unless you’re Andy Pitz. We talk parenting, the Calgary comedy scene, and today’s Worst Mom. Kyle ends on a story about Manders, a girl who eats road kill.
105: Kyle Got Fired
November 19, 2023 18:22 - 41 minutes - 38.4 MBKaren thought Kyle's job at a medical office was going to be like Grey's Anatomy, but the place was more like The Apprentice. But, in fairness, they had high end mints. Worst mom of the week is nor surprise. And our closing story is about a unhappy horse.
104: The One With All The Crappy News
October 29, 2023 22:32 - 45 minutes - 41.9 MBKyle and Karen try to make sense of the horrific blast of bad news. Kyle is especially impressed with make-up influences who have such extensive knowledge of the Middle East. Could Matthew Perry's death be any sadder? Karen wonders if there is any truth to the Taylor Swift-Is-Gay rumors. Surprise twist on worst om of the week. And, Asheville residents unconventional way of demonstrating his humility is an epic fail.
103: Bo-Toxic?
September 18, 2023 02:14 - 50 minutes - 46.5 MBKyle and Karen weigh in on overly exposed midriffs, obese lips, and other beauty enhancements but balance it out with a semi serious discush on climate change. We conclude there is no way insense isn't a no-no. We decide that the mom who lets her kids say things like "I hate flying commerical" are dreadful but maybe not as epically horrible as this week's worst mom. We have a fun feel good story at the end. that involves of all places La Quinta.
Bo-Toxic?
September 18, 2023 02:14 - 50 minutes - 46.5 MBKyle and Karen weigh in on overly exposed midriffs, obese lips, and other beauty enhancements but balance it out with a semi serious discush on climate change. We conclude there is no way insense isn't a no-no. We decide that the mom who lets her kids say things like "I hate flying commerical" are dreadful but maybe not as epically horrible as this week's worst mom. We have a fun feel good story at the end. that involves of all places La Quinta.
102: Planes, Trains, and Online Scams w/ Cari Shane
August 20, 2023 22:24 - 1 hour - 47.2 MBThis week we are joined by Cari Shane, a writer and contributor to The Washington Post and Fortune magazine, among others. Karen vents about JetBlue, and the trio ponders about online schemes. There’s a new segment, the Worst Mom of the Week, and Kyle’s story about a mom that stays pregnant to avoid periods.
101: Karen IS a Karen
August 01, 2023 22:02 - 55 minutes - 42.3 MBAfter years of distancing herself from her name, Karen finally leans into it. Kyle experiences a spiritual awakening of her lower self with a Citi Bike rider. Karen’s Worst Mom of the Week didn't like getting divorce papers. The duo also remembers the beautiful and brave Sinéad O’Connor.
100: Barry’s Hell Gig w/ Buddy Fitzpatrick
July 13, 2023 21:33 - 58 minutes - 46.2 MBOur Dad of the Month kicks off with comedian Buddy Fitzpatrick. He’s a national headliner who started out as an actor. He raised his two daughters and brought them to gigs as they were growing up. The trio also talks about the loneliness of the road, drinking, and his hell gig where, thankfully, he was brought up by the wrong name. Karen depresses us with her Worst Mom of the Week, and Kyle ends on a story about the lady who saw a Lizard Person on a plane.
99: Comedy Cures w/ Saranne Rothberg
June 29, 2023 05:40 - 55 minutes - 43.8 MBFounder of multiple organizations that help cancer patients, businesswoman and cancer survivor Saranne Rothberg joins us. She shares how important the mind body connection is and the imperative nature of knowing your own body. After 11 doctors told her she didn’t have cancer, she was diagnosed six years later. Deciding to include her then five year old daughter as her humor buddy, she beat the diagnosis with chemo treatments and watching Richard Pryor. Her story is inspiring and she has tips...
98: Baby Porcupine w/ Alyce Chan
May 31, 2023 01:21 - 50 minutes - 38.7 MBComedian and hilarious content creator Alyce Chan joins The Moms! Just back from being a finalist at the Boston Comedy Festival, Alyce shares what it's like to travel for comedy with two sons at home. The ladies talk about organic ways to kill ants, and Karen is dying for a baby porcupine to help her Instagram following. Our Worst Mom of the Week is from Florida, and Kyle ends on a story about an electrocuted penis.
97: Happy Mother’s Day!
May 13, 2023 16:57 - 56 minutes - 44.2 MBKyle and Karen reminisce on past Mother’s Days and how they celebrated: sometimes alone, sometimes with family. Karen reads a ridiculous gift article advising readers to get mom a vacuum or a bidet. They chat about what being a mom means, and they decide to stop judging themselves. Then they ruthlessly judge a mom who spent $75,000 on her child’s birthday party. They discuss requests for trigger warnings at colleges and how to try and raise stronger, more resilient kids. Kyle ends on a story...
96: Comedy and Ketamine w/ Mike Finoia
April 28, 2023 21:12 - 1 hour - 55.8 MBMike Finoia, comedian and writer for Impractical Jokers, joins us in a vulnerable and important episode. He shares his journey with anxiety and depression and reveals an alternative type of therapy that helped him. Kyle also shares the same treatment that helped her teenage daughter. This episode is full of strength, growth, and humor. Karen’s Worst Mom of the Week will do anything to stay out of jail, and Kyle ends on a story about a naked landlord.
95: Chocolate Crucifix
April 04, 2023 00:21 - 36 minutes - 24.9 MBKaren and Kyle are getting excited for the live show, and Judy Gold tries to join but has technical issues. Not to worry, she’s still donating a copy of her book to our raffle! We dive into the theme of Judy’s book about cancel culture, Kyle shares the terrible gifts her mom received as a teacher, and Karen’s Worst Mom is … just odd. Kyle ends on a story about a guy trying to sue a ghost.
94: Starting Over w/ Jamie Roberts
March 29, 2023 00:10 - 45 minutes - 31.8 MBIt’s Dad of the Month with comedian and owner of the new stand-up club Comedy in Harlem, Jamie Roberts! Nicky Sunshine’s husband Jamie talks about raising his two older kids alongside a toddler. Karen shares her Worst Mom of the Week, and Kyle ends on a story about getting slapped with a slice of pizza.
93: Gossip and Nostalgia
February 14, 2023 23:02 - 39 minutes - 30.4 MBKaren and Kyle fly solo this week and talk about the Grammys where many people criticized Madonna’s plastic surgery. They discussed ageism and the pressure on women to not look old. Karen’s Worst Mom of the Week brings us all back to our childhoods, and the ladies compare their parenting to the way they were raised. Kyle ends on a story about a kid who ordered a grand worth of food from Grubhub.
92: Not Your Average PTA Mom w/ Onika McLean
February 03, 2023 03:10 - 54 minutes - 38.4 MBJoined by comedian Onika McLean, we dive into self-care for moms, aging in stand-up, and vile PTA mothers. Onika shares her comedy journey and the time she lost her daughter because The Gap had a good sale. Karen’s Worst Mom of the Week will have you making vacation plans, and Kyle ends on a story about a woman in Georgia faking a pregnancy to get time off from work.
91: Dad-ish of the Month w/ Marco D’Alessandro
January 20, 2023 19:41 - 48 minutes - 36.1 MBWe have viral video sensation Marco D’Alessandro! While not a dad, he heavily PRANKS his own dad in his hilarious videos. He shares how being in lockdown pushed him to be creative and how he got his family to participate in his short skits. He also gives tips on how to be consistent and create good content. He is, of course, not immune to comments he receives, and Kyle and Karen act like moms telling him to ignore the trolls. Karen has two worst moms of the week, and Kyle ends on a story of ...
90: Don’t Cry for Me Argentina
January 08, 2023 20:59 - 59 minutes - 43.6 MBKaren is fresh off her holiday trip to Argentina with her family, and we learn that she loves empanadas and hates alfajores. The duo talks about the food and the summer weather south of the equator. Meanwhile, Kyle had a simple holiday with her kids back in NYC. Karen picks a Worst Mom who we think is responsible for her 6-year-old shooting his teacher. (Only in America.) Kyle ends on a list of baby names you legally are not allowed to name your child. Spoiler: Jesus Christ II is okay.
89: Staying With Slobs
December 18, 2022 00:26 - 56 minutes - 38.4 MBExhausted by the holiday season, Karen and Kyle catch up on family, TV shows, and passing judgment. Karen’s son made “pancakes” while Kyle saved money by staying with a friend whose living room could have been featured on Hoarders. They discuss The White Lotus as well as Harry and Meghan’s new documentary. This week’s Worst Mom of The Week is a douche just like her son, and Kyle ends on a story that may make you WANT to fly coach.
88: Keep Your Pants On w/ Karen Morgan
November 29, 2022 23:02 - 48 minutes - 36.8 MBJoined by comedian and former attorney Karen Morgan, the moms jump into it all! From Thanksgiving dysfunctional family gatherings to the complications of touring when you have kids, this episode is a fresh convo you’d have on a girls night out! Karen’s worst mom could have been her son’s host mom in Spain, and Kyle ends on a story that reminds us all to be fully dressed during Zoom meetings.
87: Podcast Pediatrician w/ Dr. Rob Walter
November 15, 2022 22:37 - 55 minutes - 41.6 MBWe kick off our Dad of the Month episode with a pediatrician who is smart, informative, and very funny! Karen has a two-time Worst Mom of the Week winner, and Kyle ends with a story about licking toads.
86: Artists Need to Be Paid w/ Krista Fabian-DeCastro
November 02, 2022 00:36 - 44 minutes - 30.5 MBKrista Fabian-DeCastro, Kyle’s bff from her ballet days, joins the podcast to share creative and business tips for artists. She has a career span that saw her at the Kennedy Center and non-profit arts organizations. She has pushed creative professionals to value themselves and NOT WORK FOR FREE! They reminisce about the early days in NYC squatting in the east village, Karen has an emotional Worst Mom of the Week, and Kyle ends on a story about a crazy beekeeper.
85: Comedy Genes w/ Kerri Louise
October 25, 2022 04:00 - 49 minutes - 35.1 MBWhile Karen is anxious about Parents Week, fellow comedian Kerri Louise joins us to share how visiting her twins at college went. Her sons have the comedy bug too, and even introduced her on stage. Karen had an exhausting ER experience with her son when she could have just gone to CVS, and Kerri reminds us how nurses deal with dumb people all the time. We talk about Jason Sudeikis and Olivia Wilde having the worst nanny ever, and Kyle ends on a story about a guy turned on by Elmo.
84: The Pool Boy
October 16, 2022 22:11 - 41 minutes - 29.1 MBKaren and Kyle discuss a beer can throwing incident at a comedy club, Season 2 of The January 6th Hearings, and the worst mom of the week. This week’s mom has sex with a pool boy while her hubby watches; meanwhile, her husband runs a Christian college. Kyle ends on a story of the most perfect gender reveal in history.
83: Colonoscopy Puzzle w/ A.J. Jacobs
September 29, 2022 22:31 - 57 minutes - 43.8 MBWe kick off our Dad of the Month with New York Times bestselling author, essayist, and lecturer A.J. Jacobs! His hilarious immersive journalism had him literally living biblically for a year as well as experimenting with a lifestyle based on the U.S. Constitution. These two experiments had him stoning astrologists and buying a musket. We get into colonics, colonoscopies, and the messy business of giving birth. His new book on puzzles is in the works. Karen’s Worst Mom of the Week is a celeb ...
82: Pregnant and Fired w/ Patty Rosborough
September 22, 2022 20:43 - 54 minutes - 39.9 MBComedian Patty Rosborough joins the moms to talk about her journey in comedy, working with Jon Stewart, and raising two daughters. We ponder why women bosses can be the worst to other women after she shares her story of getting fired from Comedy Central when coming back from maternity leave. (We think that’s illegal now.) The trio also discusses her gay ex-husband, our Worst Mom of the Week does jail time, and Kyle ends on a story that has made high-end chefs of all the stupid idiots out the...
81: Buy More Books! w/ Jillian Medoff
September 15, 2022 21:23 - 47 minutes - 34.2 MBJillian Medoff, author of five acclaimed novels and mom of three, is with us discussing the dying art of reading. She has a rare gift of being able to write from many different perspectives. We talk about writing for yourself, and Jillian talks about the importance of a good agent who supports you creatively. Karen’s Worst Mom of the Week is an online troll. Kyle ends on a story about King Trump at Dairy Queen.
80: Childhood Trauma w/ Bari Alyse Rudin - Pt. 2
September 07, 2022 01:18 - 1 hour - 71.3 MBComedian, producer, and mom Bari Alyse Rudin joins us for part two of her story. She shares how becoming a mom made her anxious with questions about her own mother. Each family member dealt with family trauma differently; Bari dove into working hard while her brother turned to drugs to numb the pain. Despite all the family’s best efforts, they weren't able to save him from his chronic mental health issues. Bari shares how she helped create legislation for the number 988 which deals with ment...
79: Childhood Trauma w/ Bari Alyse Rudin - Pt. 1
August 30, 2022 17:15 - 1 hour - 56.8 MBComedian, producer, and mom Bari Alyse Rudin joins us in a funny and honest dialogue about coping with trauma. Witnessing her mom shoot herself at age three and being raised by her father left her with deep questions about her life path. Turning to comedy and years of therapy helped her raise two healthy boys. Both Karen and Bari discuss sending their kids to college, and Karen’s Worst Mom of the Week is more like Ridiculous Mom of the Week. Kyle ends on a story about an emotional support pe...
78: From Europe With Love
August 24, 2022 00:12 - 57 minutes - 44 MBFresh off her tour from Turkey, Italy, and Portugal, Kyle tells Karen about her trip with fellow comedians performing for the troops. Karen dropped her son off at college and saw Niagara Falls for the first time. Kyle takes over the Worst Mom of the Week segment because, well, you’ll see. The duo ends on a story that you won't want your vegan friends to hear.
77: Legal AF w/ Karen Agnifilo
August 02, 2022 17:29 - 1 hour - 46.9 MBKaren Agnifilio, an amazing legal mind and mom of three, joins us. She talks about difficult cases and how her daughters helped open her mind on various justice issues. We talk balancing work and mom life with a special needs kid, and we get her take on the January 6th hearings. Karen’s Worst Mom of the Week actually wanted the title, and we think she’s kind of awesome for what she did. Kyle ends on a story about a woman who wanted a penis on her gravestone.
76: The Interventionist w/ Bobby Newman
July 26, 2022 19:38 - 44 minutes - 33.1 MBThis month our Dad of the Month is addiction specialist and drug interventionist Bobby Newman. Bobby shares his early struggles with his own addiction and how it led him to rehab. Sober over 20 years, he now helps families deal with this difficult situation. Tip: Catch them on the way down! Karen’s Worst Mom of the Week is a bratty Kardashian, and Kyle ends on a story about a different kind of family dinner.
75: Respect the Pronouns w/ Amy Veltman
July 19, 2022 15:55 - 47 minutes - 35.6 MBAmy Veltman, comedian and co-producer of the monthly show Dynamoms, joins us! We discuss rising airline prices, raising a non-binary kid, and, of course, abortion. (How can we not?!) Amy’s mom can’t fully grasp the changing gender roles, but we get it. Also, Kyle’s aunt still can't operate a cell phone. Karen’s Worst Mom of the Week isn't really a mom, but she thinks she is. Kyle ends on a story about a man who killed his friend because he thought he was going to get eaten by Bigfoot.
74: Motherless Daughters and Eating Disorders w/ Cathy Ladman
July 05, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 49.8 MBComedian, actor, and 9-time guest on The Tonight Show Cathy Ladman joins us! After the three women discover they all have lost their mothers, Kyle shares her fear of approaching the age her mom was when she passed. Cathy gets candid about her one woman show that took two decades to get to the stage. The topic: her eating disorder. While funny, honest, and fearless, her teen daughter is not into her doing stand-up about her. Karen’s Worst Mom of the Week wants you to measure how much semen yo...
73: Supremely Disturbing w/ Felicia Madison
June 28, 2022 15:55 - 1 hour - 47.5 MBComic, booker of West Side Comedy Club, and podcast host Felicia Madison joins us to discuss the recent news about Roe v. Wade. She shares her take on the federal overturning of the law as well as what it's like doing comedy with three kids. Her daughter has never seen her perform live, and her daughter has a funny take on how Mom makes a living. Karen’s Worst Mom of the Week is Amy Coney Barrett because, well, the hypocrisy just flows. Felicia notices the ADHD of the show, and Kyle ends on ...
72: A Lawyer’s Take on January 6th w/ Dan Alonso
June 21, 2022 07:20 - 53 minutes - 39.9 MBWe kick off our Dad of the Month with former federal prosecutor and Chief Assistant D.A. Dan Alsonso. He speculates as to whether Trump will be indicted or not, and he shares a unique legal perspective on the various players involved in the January 6th hearings. Of course, Kyle asks him about the Johnny Depp/Amber Heard trial, and, even though he’s classy enough not to be following it much, indulges us. He talks about his sons having interest and opinions on political news as well. Karen has...
71: Bad Moms w/ Cory Kahaney
June 14, 2022 17:06 - 56 minutes - 42.1 MBJoined by hilarious comic and writer Cory Kahaney, the moms talk about the news, guns, and some VERY bad mothers. We kinda forgot we were a supportive parenting podcast. Kyle ends on a story about installing urine sensors in elevators, as if we all can’t just smell it.
70: Enough With the Thoughts and Prayers
May 31, 2022 19:01 - 55 minutes - 42.1 MBKaren and Kyle talk about the mass shooting in Uvalde, Texas. Full of sadness and rage, they both still make way for important issues like the Worst Mom of the Week, Amber Turd, and a baby born at a Metallica concert.
69: Full Circle w/ Wendy Liebman
May 24, 2022 16:44 - 1 hour - 54.8 MBBrilliant comedian Wendy Liebman joins the podcast from L.A.! We talk bras, rescuing dogs from Korean meat markets, and raising two step kids in the midst of a booming comedy career. Wendy chimes in on our Worst Mom of the Week, and she shares her 10-mile a day bike regimen - even after a devastating car crash! Her uplifting mood is contagious, and this is an episode not to be missed!
68: Chicken Titties w/ Ben Rosenfeld
May 17, 2022 17:47 - 52 minutes - 39.1 MBIt’s Dad of the Month and we have the witty Ben Rosenfeld with us! Ben talks about raising his 4-year-old daughter with his wife, who is also a comic. Born in Russia, he shares his perspective on the war in Ukraine. (Spoiler: He reminds us that all wars are bad, and this is no different.) He also talks about how he incorporates his parents in his stand-up, to their dismay. Karen shares the Worst Mom of the Week; a woman who posted a nonchalant video explaining how she killed her 3-year-old b...
67: Kyle Refused to Wear a Fur Bikini w/ Danielle Wynn
May 12, 2022 14:22 - 43 minutes - 29.6 MBFormer actor, model, and 90s sidekick of Kyle’s: Danielle Wynn! She talks about leaving NYC and giving up acting for her son (Hello world’s best mom!). She shares her worst audition moment and how she got into the jewelry biz after having her son. Karen has a subway story that you won’t want to miss, and the Worst Mom of the Week faked cancer for the love of writing. Kyle ends on a story about a woman who stole a lawnmower.
66: Naked on the Farm w/ Karen Krents
May 03, 2022 14:39 - 48 minutes - 37.5 MBComedian Karen Krents joins us to talk about raising two daughters and surrendering to allow a belly button piercing. She talks about relocating after living on a farm where she cleaned up chicken poop in a bikini. Our Karen shares a bigoted Worst Mom of the Week, and Kyle’s closing headline echoes a similar vibe.
65: Misogyny or Amber Turd?
April 26, 2022 22:46 - 54 minutes - 38 MBKyle and Karen vent on current events including Amber Heard pooping in Johnny Depp’s bed. Karen had a great set fueled by her anger at a demeaning introduction by a comedy club emcee. Kyle ends on a story about a woman falling into a toilet to get her phone.
64: Blue Dot in a Red Sea w/ Tilly The Comic
April 19, 2022 14:36 - 52 minutes - 41.2 MBFormer Kennedy nanny, teacher, and comedian Tilly the Comic joins us from Idaho! A true comedy hustler, she produces shows all over Boise and brings a liberal perspective to a conservative state with the belief that we can all laugh no matter our views. She shares what it’s like raising her 11 year old son in a state with the lowest ranked education system. Karen crowns our Worst Mom of the Week who brought the one thing you should never bring to a custody hearing. Kyle ends on a story about...
63: Brain Humor w/ Kyle Grooms
April 12, 2022 18:16 - 35 minutes - 25.5 MBJoining us from Miami, Dad of the Month Kyle Grooms chimes in with Karen and the other Kyle. The male Kyle talks about the Ken doll he brings with him when he’s on the road and how his wife, a nurse, didn’t help him when he had a brain tumor. He graces us with his Barack Obama impression, our Worst Mom of the Week is one we wish we didn’t have to crown, and female Kyle ends on a story about a German man who received 90 COVID vaccinations.