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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Oct 23, 2024 • 46min
Liz Chats With Memoirist, Barrie Miskin
Liz chats with our first guest of the season, Barrie Miskin, NYC-based author of, Hell Gate Bridge: A Memoir of Motherhood, Madness, and Hope. Barrie shares more about her experience of navigating a mysterious mental illness during pregnancy and postpartum. She talks about spending time in psychiatric facilities and the gaps in maternal mental healthcare in the US. While her story is terrifying and tragic in many ways, it's filled with so much light and refreshing honesty. You'll adore Barrie! Very Important Episode Links:Hell Gate BridgeBarrie's WebsiteBarrie on InstagramKeep 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 16, 2024 • 54min
Katie's ADHD Diaries
Katie shares her journey with ADHD, describing it as her superpower. She discusses managing her condition for 20 years without medication, and why she reconsidered meds after returning to work post-baby. The challenges of balancing parenting and entrepreneurship with ADHD surface as she reflects on the support systems she's utilized. Katie also dives into the positive impacts of medication on her confidence and social interactions, while offering personal strategies for staying balanced in her life.
Oct 9, 2024 • 50min
Liz breaks girl code, moms in the media & Shallow Hal syndrome
If you're reading this, you now know our show notes are the hottest place on the internet! In this epi the mommies discuss their new girl-powered podcast team, their renewed crush on Seth Cohen, and all the juicy TV they're watching. They get deep on this year's buzziest book and dish on some of their fave moms in the media like Margot Robbie and Kourtney K.Very Important Episode Links:All Fours - Miranda July Intermezzo - Sally Rooney 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.
Oct 2, 2024 • 51min
The mommies are back with major life updates
Did you miss us?? Get caught up with your girls and hear their top five life updates—all major in their own way with many solo pods to come to dive deeper. The mommies also give their hot take on the Secret Lives of Mormon Wives. It's good to be back.Very Important Episode Links:Joe Fresh ClogsLED Mask SpreadsheetKeep 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.
Jul 24, 2024 • 52min
The Summer Sendoff
In the final episode of this season, the mommies talk about their soft girl summers and what they’ve been crossing off their bucket lists. They reflect on the last year of motherhood and podcasting and chat about their hopes and dreams for the pod when they are back in action this fall! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 17, 2024 • 41min
Day to day business ops with Katie (Part 2)
Katie is solo this week, answering all your questions about running a business. She shares what her typical day looks like, how she structures her team, managing staff, when to grow your business and how to navigate through hard times like a negative cash flow.Episode Resources:Katie InstagramKokomo InstagramKokomo Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 10, 2024 • 53min
Catch Up With Your Girls
This just in—Katie has cut out caffeine and has a longstanding, meaningful relationship with Owen Wilson you didn’t know about. The mommies dive into some wellness swaps Katie has been making lately, how their summers are going and contemplate whether Liz might actually have a chance with Jeremy Allen White!Episode Resources:Katie InstagramKokomo InstagramKokomo WebsiteLiz InstagramLiz Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 3, 2024 • 32min
Reading, Writing & Zoloft’ing with Liz
Author Liz discusses her summer reading list, writing progress, and experience with antidepressants. Topics include book recommendations, excitement for upcoming movie adaptations, positive masculinity in boys, reality TV, TV show suggestions, and the importance of mental health medication.
Jun 26, 2024 • 44min
Starting a new business with Katie (Part 1)
Katie is solo this week, going down memory lane to answer your questions about how and why Kokomo was started. She covers everything from how Kokomo went from a goal on paper to opening her first location—including building a business plan, her mental wellbeing, financing, start up costs, finding a location, and things that surprised her once she opened. Part 2 coming soon!Katie InstagramKokomo InstagramKokomo WebsiteLiz InstagramLiz Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jun 19, 2024 • 54min
Tennis and cowboys, thrifting, speeding tickets and spray tans
This juicy little episode covers everything from Katie’s recent run-in with the police and a healing moment she had with her first Kokomo location. Liz talks about her recent obsession with spray tans and how she’s planning on having a nostalgic 90s summer.Episode Resources:Katie InstagramKokomo InstagramKokomo WebsiteLiz InstagramLiz Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
