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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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.
Jun 5, 2024 • 45min
Sexy Mode: Activated
Live from Katie’s bed, the mommas discuss important topics such as drycleaners, Kardashians, soul mates and hot books. They also explore the unique transition of being a “body of nourishment” to reactivating sexy mode.Episode Resources:Katie InstagramKokomo InstagramKokomo WebsiteLiz InstagramLiz Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 29, 2024 • 58min
Pinterest for the People, Krista Lavrusik
The mommies chat with content creator, expert thrifter and mom to four boys, Krista Lavrusik. This fun convo spans everything from diving into the world of influencing and content creation, what we should be thrifting this summer and how Krista finds balance at home with four busy boys. It’s a fun one!! Krista Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/kristalavrusik/Krista TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@krista.lavrusikKrista Website:https://kristalavrusik.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 22, 2024 • 56min
Summer bucket lists, Katie’s new car, a sexy book, the healing power of a quick sob
The mommies are feeling spicy today in this juicy convo about everything from summer bucket lists to the hottest guy on TikTok and Katie’s nearly pathological obsession with returning things. They dive into email etiquette and how nothing at work is really that hard once you’ve become a mom.Episode Resources:Katie InstagramKokomo InstagramKokomo WebsiteLiz InstagramLiz Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 8, 2024 • 1h 4min
Liz is on TikTok, an idea for a novel, Katie tries “the wet look,” influenceng/de-influencing
This is an episode primarily about TikTok, if we’re being honest. Katie and Liz share some recent faves - shampoo, period underwear, a bralette - and dig into some things that are getting under their skin. Katie ponders the power of subscription services and wonders what life would be like if daycare groomed our children.Episode Resources:Katie InstagramKokomo InstagramKokomo WebsiteLiz InstagramLiz Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
