
You know when you talk to your friends about your childhood and end it by saying, "But look at us, we're fine!" Here's my question: Are we fine? Because we're sitting here doused in CBD oil under a weighted blanket recording a podcast called Parenting is a Joke. Each week, host and standup Ophira Eisenberg talks to a different comedian about their career and their kids. Conversations tackle the to... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 221 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Kids & FamilyComedyParentingComedy Interviews | |||

Carole Montgomery and Ophira Eisenberg zoom out from early parenting to talk about what happens after the kid grows up, moves out, and then… moves back in. Carole describes her son’s room as a frozen time capsule—albums, toys, and CDs untouched—while... more
In this New Year’s episode of Parenting Is a Joke, Ophira Eisenberg talks with mystic, Reiki practitioner, and parent Jennifer Wai about raising kids while trusting intuition in a culture obsessed with rules, experts, and productivity. Jennifer expla... more
Comedian Carole Montgomery joins Parenting Is a Joke to talk with Ophira Eisenberg about raising a kid while building a stand-up career that never paused, even when everyone told her it should. Carole traces her path from starting comedy at 21 in mal... more
Comedian Mike Feeney joins Ophira Eisenberg in the thick of brand-new fatherhood, talking through life with his 15-month-old son Leo while juggling touring, illness roulette from daycare, and a self-imposed creative gauntlet that included shooting, ... more
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It is so wonderful to listen to a parenting podcast that is funny, relatable, and completely honest. It’s great!
This is one of my favorite podcasts. It’s fun and usually light conversations with hilarious parents. I love the honesty.
Really enjoy Ophira’s comedic and heartfelt perspective on life!
This show is honest, raw, and provides much-needed comedic relief.
Wish this entertaining and and relatable conversation was available years ago when my kids were young. So funny & enjoyable & my kids are now adults.
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The content focuses on the intersection of parenting and comedy, showcasing discussions with various comedians who share their personal experiences of raising children alongside their careers. Topics covered include the absurdities of modern parenting, memories from childhood, the pressures of societal expectations regarding parenthood, and humorous anecdotes about the unpredictable nature of raising kids. Notable elements include a candid exploration of the challenges associated with balancing creative careers and family life, as well as a celebration of the chaotic journey of parenthood. The podcast is characterized by its lighthearted tone and relatable content that appeals to both parents and non-parents alike, creating a community thro... more
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Recent guests on Parenting is a Joke include:
1. Jennifer Wai
2. Carole Montgomery
3. Mike Feeney
4. Emily Walsh
5. Katy Strange
6. Kerri Maher
7. Julia Scotti
8. Andy Richter
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