What Fresh Hell: Laughing in the Face of Motherhood | Parenting Tips From Funny Moms
Margaret Ables and Amy WilsonWhen you're a parent, every day brings a "fresh hell" to deal with. In other words, there's always something. Think of us as your funny mom friends who are here to remind you: you're not alone, and it won't always be this hard. We're Amy Wilson and Margaret Ables, both busy moms of three kids, but with completely different parenting styles. Margaret is a laid-back to the max; Amy never met a sprea... more
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 1022 | Founded | 10 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Kids & FamilyParentingComedy | |||
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Apple Podcasts1GabrielleJosephine
United States2 months ago - Years of listening and still my favorite
Best podcast for new and not new parents, curious people, engaged thinkers, people who are in process, or if you just love to laugh.
Apple Podcasts5Trufflesalt5000United States4 months ago - Long time listener, first time reviewer
I’ve been listening for years and never felt the need to write a review, but when I heard the episode on How to talk to kids about Minneapolis, I had to thank you for taking a leap and writing about really hard stuff. Your guest gave some great practical tips. You two are gems and I love the balance of seriousness and levity in What Fresh Hell.
Apple Podcasts5Bubsy1529United States4 months ago - Favorite parenting podcast
This podcast gives wonderful information to help with parenting but never in a judgmental way. I love that they understand neurodivergence and how that takes parenting to a whole different level, so their advice is always practical, not impossible.
Apple Podcasts5MamaTigerLilyUnited States4 months ago - always look forward to this every week!
I have been listening to Margaret and Amy for years now since my kids were toddlers and they are now tweens 😩. they are so funny and cover all sorts of interesting topics and I love the research they do and the comedy sketches that are usually towards the end of the episodes. Highly highly recommend— they really do feel like awesome friends that keep you company amidst the stresses (and humorous moments) of parenting.
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A warm, funny, and practical show led by two moms who balance humor with evidence-based parenting strategies. Episodes blend science-backed tips with personal stories to help listeners navigate everyday parenting challenges—from toddler milestones to teen dynamics—while highlighting self-care, boundaries, and shared responsibilities. Common threads include unpacking invisible workloads, leveraging research in real life, and inviting expert guests to translate complex ideas into actionable steps for busy families. A notable strength is blending lighthearted banter with rigorous information, plus regular sponsor reads woven into conversations, which keeps the format approachable for a wide audience of caregivers and parents seeking validation... more
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