Not Your Mommy
Katie Ruddell + Liz Hammond
Katie Ruddell and Liz Hammond are two working moms searching for the answer to the question: How the f**ck are we supposed to do it all?!We were both looking for entrepreneurs sharing how they navigate motherhood and owning a business and it didn’t exist, so we’re here to create it for you! Sit in on our honest conversations about finding work/life balance, hot tips, wins, all the failures and the stuff you're already thinking about (but might be afraid to say). We also (heavily) dabble in popculture, moms in the media, and chat with some inspiring moms and entrepreneurs to hear more about how they’re making this working mom thing work. This isn’t just another mommy podcast. This one’s for the mom who is redefining what work looks like and who needs a laugh or a reminder that they’re not alone. This one’s for you. New episodes every Wednesday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
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Jan 15, 2025 • 58min
The Motherload with Sarah Hoover
Liz chats with author of the must-read motherhood memoir of 2025, Sarah Hoover! They dive into her experience of living through and writing about postpartum depression, marriage after kids, female rage, second babies and so.much.more. Listen to this epi then read her book immediately!Very Important Episode Links:The MotherloadSarah's Instagram More of Sarah's Writing Keep Up With Your Girls:Katie on InstagramKatie on TiktokKokomo's WebsiteLiz on InstagramLiz's WebsiteKatie's Amazon Storefront Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 8, 2025 • 1h 3min
It's 2025 and we're mall girls
After a holiday break, the hosts share their humorous mall adventures, discussing trends and sparkly eyeshadow. They reflect on personal transformations, from hipster princesses to aspiring Parisiennes. The conversation delves into the emotional complexities of New Year's celebrations and navigating relationships in 2025. They explore the influence of comfort creators on social media, alongside playful anecdotes about solo travel. Expect light-hearted tales of culinary experiments and nostalgic shopping escapades, reminding us of the joy in friendship and self-discovery.
Dec 18, 2024 • 60min
God is a woman (& other truths)
In the last episode of the year, the mommies chat Christmas traditions with kids, wellness hacks for the holiday season, and Liz's newfound love for Travis Kelce. They divulge some staggering stats about our listenership, speculate what Taylor is doing post-Eras Tour, and the secret to ordering the perfect martini. Very Important Episode Links:Liz's Joe Fresh FleeceBuy a Kokomo gift card here!Kokomo gift card details:Spend $100, get $120Spend $200, get $250Spend $500, get $650Keep Up With Your Girls:Katie on InstagramKatie on TiktokKokomo's WebsiteLiz on InstagramLiz's WebsiteKatie's Amazon Storefront Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 11, 2024 • 1h 12min
Katie shops the US, Christmas day culture, aging vaginas
A prolific convo about everything from books, marriage, Lindsay Lohan, and the enduring pressure to be perky and puffed as a woman! It's one of our better episodes and yet, we have no idea what we chatted about for an hour. Enjoy! Very Important Episode Links:Liz's Article in Hard CopyBuy a Kokomo gift card here!Kokomo gift card details:Spend $100, get $120Spend $200, get $250Spend $500, get $650Keep Up With Your Girls:Katie on InstagramKatie on TiktokKokomo's WebsiteLiz on InstagramLiz's WebsiteKatie's Amazon Storefront Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 4, 2024 • 60min
The adjacent tangent, T Swift, Christmas decor
This episode goes on an array of wild tangents, so buckle up! Liz recaps her trip to Toronto and Taylor Swift; Katie shares another chaotic Temu haul and has an existential crisis about Christmas decor. She also reveals a hidden talent and shocks us all by actually getting an idiom right! Sic 'em Rex!Very Important Episode Links:Katie's Amazon StorefrontIna Garten MemoirMargo's Got Money Troubles: A Novel Glerup Slippers J Crew Pjs Keep Up With Your Girls:Katie on InstagramKatie on TiktokKokomo's WebsiteLiz on InstagramLiz's Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 27, 2024 • 39min
Neurodivergent-affirming parenting & advocacy with Leila Toigo
Fellow writer, mother, and founder of the growing online community, Sprinkled Spectrum, Leila Toigo joins us to talk all about her experience of parenting a neurodivergent, gesalt language processing daughter. She shares what she's learned about herself through the process of receiving her daughter's diagnosis, and what inspired her to start sharing videos and education online. Leila also offers tips on how parents of neurotypical kids can advocate for autistic individuals. You'll love learning from Leila!Very Important Episode Links:Sprinkled Spectrum on Instagram Sprinkled Spectrum on TikTok Sincerely, Your Autistic Child Uniquely Human: A Different Way of Seeing Autism Keep Up With Your Girls:Katie on InstagramKatie on TiktokKokomo's WebsiteLiz on InstagramLiz's Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 20, 2024 • 53min
The BIG catch up: Giggly Squad, Liz's trip to Hawaii, Martha Stewart, dirty diet coke
The mommies get all caught up after what's felt like YEARS apart. They talk about some of their fave pregnant reality TV stars and TikTokers, Katie's journey with retinol, matching family pjs, and so much more! Your gals might not understand insider trading or politics, but they do know a thing or two about niche reading recommendations, supplements, holiday coffees, Malanaia, the list goes on.Very Important Episode Links:Katie's Amazon StorefrontIna Garten MemoirMargo's Got Money Troubles: A Novel Glerup Slippers J Crew Pjs Keep Up With Your Girls:Katie on InstagramKatie on TiktokKokomo's WebsiteLiz on InstagramLiz's Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 13, 2024 • 1h 10min
The Voice of the internet: Taylor Loren
Katie chats with long-time internet bestie Taylor Loren about all things ADHD, the life of a Fractional CMO, planning for motherhood, and Bravo, of course.Very Important Episode Links:Taylor on InstagramReels Tips on InstagramTaylor's WebsiteKeep Up With Your Girls:Katie on InstagramKatie on TiktokKokomo's WebsiteLiz on InstagramLiz's Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 6, 2024 • 57min
Pelvic Floor Health is Everything with Kate Von Schellwitz
Liz chats with Pelvic Floor Physiotherapist, Kate Von Schellwitz in this juicy episode. Kate shares her wealth of knowledge about all things pelvic floor recovery and how important pelvic floor health is for our overall quality of life. She's also a mom to two boys so gets it and encourages you to prioritize sleep over kegels - but to remember that it's common, not normal to leak pee. Liz also does a kegel live on air with Kate's expert guidance! Very Important Episode Links:Book an appointment with Kate Kate on Instagram Body Full of Stars Everyone and EverythingKeep Up With Your Girls:Katie on InstagramKatie on TiktokKokomo's WebsiteLiz on InstagramLiz's Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 30, 2024 • 1h 3min
Katie's new jeans, McDonald's Monopoly, Liz's life after IUD
The girls are back together and covering a LOT of ground. From hormones and RHONY, to the secret to life, hope, and dreams, this is a freaky little doozy of an ep! Also this just in—motherhood changes you and Katie checked a major life goal off her list.Very Important Episode Links:Levi's Jeans NaturopathEveryone and EverythingThe Wedding PeopleKeep Up With Your Girls:Katie on InstagramKatie on TiktokKokomo's WebsiteLiz on InstagramLiz's Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
