How to Be a Grownup: A Humorous Guide for Moms, with CK & GK
For elder millennial moms who are politically progressive, emotionally exhausted, and sick of “perfect‑parent” propaganda.
This podcast is a warm, funny, and unapologetic space for moms who want to laugh, cry, and rage at the world without pretending they’ve got it all together. We talk about parenting, mental health, and politics the way real friends do—messy, honest, and full of grace.
If you’re tired of performative parenting content and want a show that centers empathy, accountability, and joy, this is your safe space.
New episodes drop Tuesdays. Find us at ckandgkpodcast.com or @ckandgkpodcast on social media.
Episodes
202 episodes
Can This Relationship Be Saved? How to Decide After Being Hurt
Some relationships are worth fighting for. Some aren't ready to be repaired yet. And some people in your life will never give you the closure you deserve—and you need a plan for that too.This episode is about what to do after someone wro...
Family Politics & Boundaries: Easy Scripts to Keep Kids Out of the Crossfire
Political messiness at home hits different. This isn’t internet discourse—this is your dinner table, your co-parent, your in-laws… and your kids sitting right there.
Quick & Easy Civic Engagement Recap: What We’ve Learned & Next Steps
The news can make you feel like you're failing at everything all at once: citizenship, parenting, marriage, friendships, and your own mental health.We're closing out the advocacy arc by getting brutally honest about bandwidth—because the...
14 Spring Cleaning Tips That'll Save Your Sanity (Re-release)
Caitlin is furiously planning the next series for the pod, so we revisit an oldie but goodie with these spring cleaning and organization hacks!---We share 14 spring organizing tips that scratch the spring cleaning itch without spe...
How Advocating for My Son Led to My Adult ADHD Diagnosis (Uncomfy Podcast Appearance)
Your hands are shaking. Your stomach drops. A parent-friend just told you that your child's kindergarten teacher is using a stern voice with your kid "all the time"—and it isn't getting better.If you hate confrontation but also can't ign...
Digital Citizenship: 4 Easy Family Rules for Group Chats and Online Drama
The internet is raising your kids right alongside you—through DMs, group chats, and comment threads. And that's important, because it's where both empathy and power get practiced every single day.If media literacy asks, "Is this real or ...
14 Simple Ways You Already Teach Democracy to Your Kids
Democracy doesn't just live at the ballot box. It's in your kitchen, the car line, and the nightly debate over who picks the movie.When you think of democracy, you probably think of voting booths or big speeches. But most of the skills k...
Easy Media Literacy for Moms: How to Fact-Check Viral Posts Fast
With all that’s going on in our world, you likely want to take action. But you can’t act wisely if you’re acting on bad information.If you've ever seen a viral post that spiked your blood pressure and wondered, “Wait, is ...
The Simple 4-Part Framework That Makes Hard Conversations Easier
Ever wish you had the exact words when a family member crosses a line? When your kid brings you a scary headline? When your teenager parrots something from a sketchy source?This episode gives you those words.Caitlin’s breaking dow...
Nonviolent Civic Engagement for Moms: How to Raise Humans Who Care Loudly and Safely
Want to raise kids who stand up for what's right without tearing people down? Wondering what safe, nonviolent civic engagement actually looks like when you have kids in tow?This episode is your roadmap.We're talking about nonviole...
Pick Your Lane: 3 Types of Local Activism That Actually Fit Your Life
Feel like you should be doing more but don't know where to start? Stuck between wanting to defend your values and needing to remember that tomorrow is library day?Here's the truth: You don't have to save democracy by yourself between soc...
3 Quick Self-Care Tips for Moms Who Can't Stop Reading the News
If you've ever found yourself reading about the collapse of democracy while your groceries melt in the car, this one's for you.We're being told to "stay informed" and "be engaged"—and honestly, it feels irresponsible to be anything but. ...
How to Talk to Kids About Protests: Helpful Scripts for Every Parent
Your kid just asked, "What's a protest?"When protests are all over the news and their social feeds, how do you explain what's happening without panic, preachiness, or paralysis? Today, we're breaking down exactly what to say to kids at d...
How to Handle Family Politics in Front of Your Kids: Scripts That Work
Parenting through family conflict feels like walking a tightrope. On one side sit your values and a strong urge to protect your child. On the other side lives your love for relatives who see the world differently. And all the while, your kid is...
When the News Is Scary: How to Talk to Your Kids Honestly
Life hasn't stopped, even though it feels like the world is falling apart. You're still doing laundry, packing lunches, dealing with broken freezers. And your kids are picking up on your tension—the tone in your voice, the headlines they overhe...
The Post-Holiday Blues Are Real: Here's 3 Ways to Beat Them
The holidays are over. The decorations are packed away, the laundry pile is bigger than ever, and the calendar just got serious again. You're staring down that jarring shift from holiday magic to alarm clocks, packed lunches, and after-school m...
32 Winter Break Activities That Won't Drive You (or Your Kids) Crazy
It's winter break and your kids are already saying "I'm bored" on day two. You're trying to get holiday stuff done relax, but also prevent them from bouncing off the walls for the next week and a half. How do you keep everyone entertained witho...
Holiday Photo Panic-Posing? 3 Simple Tricks to Look Better in Every Picture
Raise your hand if you've ever looked at a holiday photo and thought, "What was I DOING with my hands?" Or noticed your arm looks twice its normal size pressed against your body? Or realized your front leg looks like a column instead of, you kn...
What Does "Festive Attire" Even Mean? Your Holiday Dress Code Survival Guide
Ever gotten a "dress casual" invite and thought "what does that even MEAN?" Or worse—shown up to a "festive" party in sequins only to realize everyone else interpreted it as ugly sweaters? Same. Holiday dress codes are confusing, ambiguous, and...
8 Social Media Mistakes That'll Ruin Your Holidays—And How to Avoid Them (Re-release)
The holidays bring out the best in us—and sometimes the absolute worst on social media. Gift bragging, family drama aired publicly, political hot takes that start comment wars... we've all seen it (or been guilty of it). This week we're breakin...
18 Thanksgiving Fun Facts You'll Actually Want to Share
Thanksgiving is full of stories we think we know—but how much is actually true? Was the first Thanksgiving really just Pilgrims and turkey? Why do we pardon turkeys? And why do plumbers dread Black Friday more than any other day of the year? We...
7 Simple Activities To Keep Your Family Happy and Busy On Turkey Day (Re-release)
Holiday hosting shouldn't feel like a traffic jam in your kitchen with chaos everywhere and you questioning all your life choices. You want everyone to have fun, make memories, and stay out of your way while you get the meal on the table. We're...
Surviving Political Talk at Holiday Gatherings: 11 Scripts That Work (Re-release)
The holidays are nearly here, which means you're about to sit across from relatives with very different political views. Fun, right? Whether it's Uncle Bob bringing up the recent election or your cousin sharing hot takes nobody asked for, navig...
Holiday Tipping Made Simple: A Step-By-Step Guide To Doing It Right (Re-release)
Guess what? It’s tipping season once again. The holidays bring out this weird etiquette stress where you're supposed to know exactly who gets what—your mail carrier, hairstylist, dog walker, that random person who delivers your groceries. We're...
The Spirit Halloween Story: 8 Facts You Never Knew
Ever wonder how those Spirit Halloween stores just... appear every September and vanish by November? How do they make money being open only 3 months a year? The origin story is wild: one guy in the 80s watched a line at a neighborin...
