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Bad Mothers Podcast

Monica Cardenas
Estrangement
Mother-Daughter Estrangement
Motherhood
Family Dynamics
Mental Health
Sibling Estrangement
Mother-Daughter Relationships
Abortion Rights
Maternal Ambivalence
Therapy
Maternal Estrangement
Trauma
Emotional Abuse
Family Estrangement
Parenting
Narcissistic Family Systems
Abuse
Parenting Choices
Personal Growth
Together Estranged

Bad Mothers focuses on mother-daughter estrangement from the daughter's point of view, and whether these fractured relationships play a role in our decision to have children of our own. We'll also have a healthy dose of talk about abortion rights & maternal ambivalence. monicacardenas.substack.com

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To close out season 3, I’m sharing my essay, It’s better this way, published by The Audacity on October 30, 2024. This essay is about my estrangement from my mother, my late effort to understand her as a human separate from her role as mom, and of th... more

My final guest for this season is Barbara, which is a pseudonym. Barbara’s parents died when she was young, and she is estranged from her siblings and step-mother. Her unique circumstances make it a bit more complicated for her to share her story or ... more

Shelly Sharon helps women who’ve been around the block with healing unpack the way a challenging relationship with their mother still holds them back today, so they can thrive in their life and career. Shelly is a trauma-informed, certified Hakomi th... more

Last week, the long-awaited anthology, No Contact, Writers on Estrangement, was published. And lucky for us, we have its editor, the lovely Jenny Bartoy, as my guest for this episode. Jenny and I talk about her own estrangement story, as well as her ... more

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Shelly Sharon
Trauma-informed, Hakomi therapist specializing in healing the mother wound
Episode: S3, E10: Unpacking complex mother-daughter relationships, with Shelly Sharon
Jenny Bartoy
Editor and critic, editor of No Contact, Writers on Estrangement
Catapult Press
Episode: S3, E9, Writer and editor Jenny Bartoy on the No Contact: Writers on Estrangement anthology
Jemimah Wei
Author of The Original Daughter
Author, The Original Daughter
Episode: S3, Ep 7: Sibling estrangement in The Original Daughter, with author Jemimah Wei
Sandra Ann Miller
Certified happiness, relationship, and health/wellness coach; trauma-informed abundance coach
The Happiest Substack; Happy Rebel Podcast
Episode: S3, Ep. 3: Sandra Ann Miller on transforming anger and shame into happiness
Katie McKenna
Dr. Katie McKenna, psychologist/author
Independent/author
Episode: Introducing Bad Mothers, Season 3
Tam Stevens
Psychologist, trainee counselor, and PhD researcher focusing on family relationships, identity, and resilience.
Substack Family Estrangement
Episode: S2, Ep. 9: Tam Stevens on family communication, parenting styles, and estrangement
Dr. Bridgette J. Peteet
Clinical psychologist, professor, and author of Dishonor Thy Mother.
Wiley Publishing
Episode: S2, Ep. 8: Dr. Bridgette J. Peteet on how to (dis)Honor Thy Mother
Gayle Kirschenbaum
Filmmaker, writer, photographer, and coach. Author of the memoir 'Bullied to Besties' and director of the documentary 'Look At Us Now, Mother'.
Independent
Episode: S2, Ep. 6: Gayle Kirschenbaum on maternal forgiveness
Kate Muir
Women's health expert, investigative journalist, and author
Author of *How to Have a Magnificent Midlife Crisis*
Episode: S2, Ep. 5: Kate Muir on How to Have a Magnificent Midlife Crisis

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Monica Cardenas
Host of Bad Mothers Podcast with a focus on mother-daughter estrangement from the daughter's perspective; frequently discusses parenting, family dynamics, and reproductive rights.

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S3, E11, When orphans become estranged, with Barbara
Q: Do you remember any sense of camaraderie with your sister in the years after your father remarried, before the stepmother's influence intensified?
There were moments where we felt aligned against the stepmother's control, but overall the family dynamics were shaped by fear and competition, making genuine teamwork difficult and fragile.
S3, E11, When orphans become estranged, with Barbara
Q: Forgive me. Did your sister know who her attacker was?
Yes, she did know, and the attackers were not family members but an adult child of a family the parents knew; the family members refused to assist the police investigation, which intensified the sense of betrayal within the family.
S3, E10: Unpacking complex mother-daughter relationships, with Shelly Sharon
Q: Can you explain what the mother wound means for someone who grew up in a chaotic home?
The mother wound is a broad disruption that affects self-perception, relationships, and life choices; healing involves recognizing unconscious patterns, understanding the family system, and moving toward healthier boundaries and belonging beyond the biological family.
S3, E9, Writer and editor Jenny Bartoy on the No Contact: Writers on Estrangement anthology
Q: How did you select the stories and ensure the collection shows accountability and reflection from both sides?
She describes aiming for stories that show reflection, boundaries, and self-identity, including voices from both those who are estranged and those who are ghosted or cut off, to avoid simplistic blame and to allow for possible reconciliation where feasible.
S3, E9, Writer and editor Jenny Bartoy on the No Contact: Writers on Estrangement anthology
Q: Can you tell us why you wanted to create this book and a little bit about your vision for it?
The editor explains that the book grew from her own estrangement experience and the lack of supportive resources; she wanted to broaden the conversation, include diverse voices, and present a nuanced, compassionate view of estrangement beyond seen stereotypes.

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A show centered on mother-daughter estrangement from the daughter's perspective, with many episodes exploring how maternal relationships shape decisions about motherhood, abortion rights, and personal identity. Conversations blend clinical psychology, memoir, and personal narrative to illuminate dynamics like parentification, gaslighting, and intergenerational trauma, often pairing expert insights with intimate storytelling. Notable traits include a strong focus on maternal relationships, practical guidance for recognizing and healing from unhealthy dynamics, and a willingness to tackle controversial topics within the motherhood conversation. This blend makes it a thoughtful fit for listeners seeking empathy-driven discussions about family,... more

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