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Parenting is a Joke

Ophira Eisenberg
Parenting
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Motherhood
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The Daily Show
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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

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In this episode, Ophira talks with author and storyteller Katy (Katharine) Strange about the tangled realities of raising tweens while untangling a past shaped by evangelical culture. Katy shares how moving 17 times as a kid primed her for reading a ... more

In this snack-sized conversation, Ophira Eisenberg talks with author and newly certified parenting coach Kerri Smith-Maher about how years of teaching writing, her daughter’s struggles, her own sobriety journey, and a crash course in perimenopause al... more

In this episode, Ophira Eisenberg talks with author and parent coach Kerri Maher (aka. Kerri Smith–Maher and also Kerri Majors) about the many names she has published under, the publishing-industry lunch where her team rejected both “Smith” and “Pasq... more

Comedian Julia Scotti joins Ophira Eisenberg to talk about the long, winding path that brought her back to stand-up after transitioning and a decade away from comedy. Julia reflects on raising three children amid multiple marriages and constant touri... more

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Kerri Maher
Author and parenting coach
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Episode: Turning Perimenopause Into a Professional Pivot with Kerri Maher
Andy Richter
Comedian and actor known as Conan O'Brien's sidekick
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Episode: Andy Richter Redefines Modern Dad
Kate Auletta
Editor-in-chief of Scary Mommy and Romper
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Episode: Kate Auletta Makes Peace with Growing Kids and Growing Older
Brooke Mackenzie
Horror writer and parent, author of horror poetry and fiction.
Published in works such as Ghost Games and Mother Knows Best
Episode: Brooke MacKenzie Knows The Horrors of Parenting
Mary Lynn Rajskub
Actress and comedian known for her role in 24 and stand-up comedy
Episode: MaryLynn Rajskub Spreads Her Legs (Again)
John Moe
A well-known radio host, podcaster, and published author.
Maximum Fun Network
Episode: John Moe Declares It's A 3 Kid Minimum in Minnesota
Rachel Dratch
Comedian and former SNL cast member
Podcast Host of Woo Woo
Episode: Rachel Dratch’s Psychic Predicted Her Child
Danny Ricker
Head writer of Jimmy Kimmel Live and author of the parenting book 'Wow, You Look Terrible'
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Episode: Danny Ricker is Living One Lego a Day
Andrea Marie
Stand-up comedian, creator of the Moms Unhinged show
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Episode: Andrea Marie is Loving Her Empty Nest

Host

Ophira Eisenberg
Standup comedian and host known for her light-hearted and relatable take on parenting.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 318 ratings
  • Fun

    This is one of my favorite podcasts. It’s fun and usually light conversations with hilarious parents. I love the honesty.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bebster91
    United States4 months ago
  • Love this show

    Really enjoy Ophira’s comedic and heartfelt perspective on life!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hopskippy
    United States5 months ago
  • The truth about parenting, with a laugh

    This show is honest, raw, and provides much-needed comedic relief.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Calen Ann
    United States7 months ago
  • Needed this!

    Wish this entertaining and and relatable conversation was available years ago when my kids were young. So funny & enjoyable & my kids are now adults.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    00...--
    United States9 months ago
  • Awesome awesome listen

    If you don’t like the show, you’re probably an a hole.

    Nice mix of guests and honest about the less than sunny spots of parenthood.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bryan_001
    Australia10 months ago

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Content is described as relatable and often enlightening, helping parents feel validated in their experiences.
Listeners appreciate the honesty and humor in the discussions surrounding the chaos of parenting.
The show is acknowledged for balancing heartfelt moments with comedic relief about parenting struggles.

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Kerri Maher Finds Books Teens Will Actually Read
Q: How's your daughter's transition to high school going?
It's going really well; they moved her to an independent all-girls school that promotes confidence in girls.
Kerri Maher Finds Books Teens Will Actually Read
Q: Did you always want to have kids?
Kerri wanted to have at least one child and got there at age 35.
Julia Scotti Wins The Nobel Prize for Comedy
Q: How has coming out affected your career and your children?
Coming out has been difficult but necessary for authenticity, even though it may have traumatized my children during their youth.
Julia Scotti Wins The Nobel Prize for Comedy
Q: What lured you back on to the stage after all those years?
I reached out to a fellow comedian after leaving teaching, which led me to realize I couldn't resist the call of the stage.
Julia Scotti Wins The Nobel Prize for Comedy
Q: What were the ages and names of your kids?
Julia shares that she has adult children aged 43, 34, and 32 but prefers not to share their names.

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Conversations span a wide spectrum of parenting experiences with notable humor and honesty, often showcasing the challenges and joys faced by comedian parents. Topics frequently addressed include the absurdities of childhood, the often ignored troubles of childbirth, modern parenting dilemmas, and the complex journey of balancing careers with family life. Unique to this series is the inclusion of stories from less conventional parenting paths, drawing comedy from real-life experiences that resonate with many listeners, highlighting that all parents share a common uncertainty in their journey.

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1. Kerri Maher
2. Andy Richter
3. Kate Auletta
4. Brooke Mackenzie
5. Mary Lynn Rajskub
6. John Moe
7. Rachel Dratch
8. Danny Ricker

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