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Amy and Margaret are both comedians and moms of three — but that’s where the similarities end. In What Fresh Hell: Laughing in the Face of Motherhood they combine their twenty-year friendship, their comic sensibilities, their usually completely-opposite approaches to parenting, plus research and interviews with the experts. They laugh about their lives as moms, call out each other’s nonsense, and

then come up with concrete solutions. You'll laugh, you'll learn, and you'll come away feeling that maybe your slightly haphazard parenting isn't so bad after all.

There is no magic formula to making the perfect decision every time, but there are philosophical principles, or "razors,...
13/10/2025

There is no magic formula to making the perfect decision every time, but there are philosophical principles, or "razors," you can use to pare down your options and see your problem more clearly. These razors can cut through the clutter of complexity and help us see the forest for the trees. And while they weren't designed with parents in mind, they can come in pretty handy!

Starting with the most famous, Occam’s Razor, we discuss how paring away unlikely hypotheticals leads to the most accurate solutions.

Next, we delve into Hanlon’s Razor, which reminds us to avoid attributing malicious intent when there’s a simpler explanation. This principle can help us avoid unnecessary conflict and foster understanding, especially in relationships.
Then we discuss Hitchens’ Razor, which places the burden of proof on the person making the claim. This can be a valuable tool for evaluating arguments and avoiding baseless assertions.

We also explore Chesterton’s Fence, which encourages us to be cautious about changing things without understanding their original purpose.

But that's not all. Listen to the episode to hear the rest, and let us know your own rules for clearer thinking!

https://www.whatfreshhellpodcast.com/deep-dive-8-ways-to-make-better-decisions

12/10/2025

What's the number-one rule around phones parents should implement?

Jean Twenge, author of the new book 10 RULES FOR RAISING KIDS IN A HIGH-TECH WORLD, says keep phones out of the bedroom overnight. Studies show that even when turned off, their presence affects rest.

Listen to the full interview with Jean Twenge for more excellent tips on navigating rules around social media and other tech with kids.

https://www.whatfreshhellpodcast.com/fresh-take-jean-twenge-10-rules-for-raising-kids-in-a-high-tech-world/

12/10/2025

We were supposed to tuck the preschool bear in for winter and bring it back in spring. Things...did not go according to plan.

Listen to our full episode "Mom Worsts" at the link below, and be sure to drop yours in the comments!

https://www.whatfreshhellpodcast.com/mom-worsts/

Amy and Margaret sit down with Dr. Jean Twenge, renowned researcher of generational differences and author of the new bo...
10/10/2025

Amy and Margaret sit down with Dr. Jean Twenge, renowned researcher of generational differences and author of the new book 10 RULES FOR RAISING KIDS IN A HIGH-TECH WORLD.

Dr. Twenge shares what her research reveals about smartphones, social media, and gaming—and how they impact kids’ mental health, sleep, and friendships.

From the rise of teen depression since the smartphone boom, to the addictive power of algorithms, to the everyday battles over devices in our homes and schools, this conversation sheds light on what’s really happening when kids spend hours online. Dr. Twenge also offers parents very clear rules around devices that may not be easy to implement—but may be far easier than the small daily fights we're all having about screens.

Whether you’re navigating screen time with your elementary schooler or arguing with your teen over TikTok, this episode is full of insights and realistic tools to help your family thrive in the digital age.

https://www.whatfreshhellpodcast.com/fresh-take-jean-twenge-10-rules-for-raising-kids-in-a-high-tech-world/

Mom firsts? We prefer to reminisce about Mom WORSTS. In this episode, we relive some of our all-time lousiest experience...
08/10/2025

Mom firsts? We prefer to reminisce about Mom WORSTS. In this episode, we relive some of our all-time lousiest experiences as mothers, from family-wide Coxsackie virus to elaborate homework assignments achievable only with extensive parental participation.

https://www.whatfreshhellpodcast.com/mom-worsts/

The human tendency to solve problems by adding something is called "additive solution bias." However, sometimes a proble...
06/10/2025

The human tendency to solve problems by adding something is called "additive solution bias." However, sometimes a problem is more quickly and effectively solved by taking something away.

In this episode we talk about how "additive solution bias" can play out in our parenting strategies, and how we can become more aware of the times when what we actually need to do is take something away.

Amy and Margaret discuss:

Why our brains are wired to solve problems by adding things
How additive solution bias increases along with the size of the problem we're attempting to solve
Why removing something, or doing less, isn't automatically easier

https://www.whatfreshhellpodcast.com/deep-dive-what-can-we-add-what-can-we-take-away/

06/10/2025

When kids demand control over everything, it can feel exhausting. But often, it’s not about being “difficult”—it’s about what’s underneath.

For some children, feeling out of control is terrifying because they’ve been there before. For others, constant resistance can be anxiety showing up in disguise.

Getting curious about what’s driving consistent demand avoidance in your child may unlock something deeper.

Listen to our full episode "When Does 'Typical' Behavior Become Something More?" here: https://www.whatfreshhellpodcast.com/when-does-typical-behavior-become-something-more/

05/10/2025

Discomfort isn’t something to run from—it’s something to practice.

, author of the new book THE SOBER SHIFT, explains that when we use alcohol as a social lubricant, we’re sending ourselves the message that we can’t handle the awkwardness, the nerves, the racing heart.

But what if discomfort is the heaviest weight in the gym—and every time we lift it, we get stronger? 💪✨

Listen to the full interview with Suzanne here: https://www.whatfreshhellpodcast.com/suzanne-warye-the-sober-shift

Margaret sits down with Suzanne Warye—sobriety influencer, host of The Sober Mom Life podcast, and author of the new boo...
03/10/2025

Margaret sits down with Suzanne Warye—sobriety influencer, host of The Sober Mom Life podcast, and author of the new book THE SOBER SHIFT. Suzanne shares her story of walking away from alcohol, the truth about moderation, the concept of gray area drinking, and why sobriety can feel like abundance, not deprivation.

Together, they explore how alcohol affects motherhood, anxiety, and identity, and how community can make the journey toward alcohol-free living possible.

Suzanne also discusses the cultural forces targeting moms with “mommy wine culture,” the neuroscience behind alcohol and anxiety, and how embracing sobriety allows for more presence, joy, and connection.

https://www.whatfreshhellpodcast.com/suzanne-warye-the-sober-shift/

Our October bonus episode is chock-full of 80s trivia. Play along at home and see how many questions you can get!Sign up...
02/10/2025

Our October bonus episode is chock-full of 80s trivia. Play along at home and see how many questions you can get!

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Is your kid extremely resistant to the simplest of requests? Or completely impossible to wake up in the morning? Or sure...
01/10/2025

Is your kid extremely resistant to the simplest of requests? Or completely impossible to wake up in the morning? Or sure their peers don't like them, despite pretty clear evidence to the contrary?

All of these are extremely typical kid behaviors. All of these also have more intense manifestations—PDA, DSWPD, and RSD, respectively— which meet clinical definitions and which may require more concrete support, for both you and your kid.

In this episode, Amy and Margaret discuss the amorphous lines that often exist between typical child behavior and an issue that may need more attention and scaffolding.

From afterschool restraint collapse to ARFID, Amy and Margaret explore the moments when everyday challenges start to interfere with family life, friendships, or school—and what parents can do to respond from a place of understanding and clarity.

You’ll learn:

How certain behaviors can sometimes point to larger patterns.

The value of having names for behaviors—reducing shame, guiding next steps, and helping parents advocate for their kids.

Practical strategies parents can use at home to reduce stress, manage transitions, and support kids in ways that actually work.

If you’ve ever wondered, is this typical, or is it more?—this episode is for you.

https://www.whatfreshhellpodcast.com/when-does-typical-behavior-become-something-more/

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