
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 | 227 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ParentingComedy InterviewsKids & FamilyComedy | |||

On this episode of Parenting Is a Joke, Ophira Eisenberg continues her conversation with Annabelle Gurwitch, focusing on community, money, anxiety, and what parenting looks like when your child is grown and the ground keeps shifting. Gurwitch talks a... more
On this episode of Parenting Is a Joke, Ophira Eisenberg talks with writer, performer, and memoirist Annabelle Gurwitch about parenting an adult child while still actively shaping a creative life that refuses to behave. Gurwitch reflects on writing T... more
In this second conversation with Jon Fisch, Ophira Eisenberg and Jon settle into the daily mechanics of parenting two young kids while maintaining a working stand-up career, from navigating December birthdays, redshirting anxiety, and Malcolm Gladwel... more
In this episode of Parenting Is a Joke, Ophira Eisenberg sits down with longtime friend and comedian Jon Fisch to talk about becoming the parent he always knew he wanted to be—just not in the order he expected—starting with the moment he learned his ... 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. Annabelle Gurwitch
2. Jon Fisch
3. Phuc Tran
4. Jennifer Wai
5. Carole Montgomery
6. Emily Walsh
7. Katy Strange
8. Kerri Maher
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