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I Mean...
by Karen & Nicole
Two friends/moms share their enthusiastic opinions on pop culture while infusing comedic reflections and insights. I mean...how can we not?
Episodes
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I Mean...Episode 107: Best Little Podcast
Yeehaw! This little ol’ podcast is back and here to honor the queen of kindness, country, songwriting, and overall talent, Ms. Dolly Parton. What a gem and what a life! We also discuss the losses of Tim Curry, Gloria Steinem, and Hayden Panettiere. We can’t seem to have a podcast without…
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I Mean...Episode 106: Wedding Bells
School is out and the wedding bells are ringing! Congratulations to Dua Lipa and Callum Turner for this gorgeous classy wedding. In our final episode of the school year, we unpack all that that’s going on in pop culture with reality shows we don’t watch, the election, Britney‘s hair?, Adam…
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I Mean...Episode 105: Into the Woods
Well, Well, Well… is it Deja Vu or do we emerge like the spring blossoms after weeks away? Speaking of Deja Vu, Tiger Woods is having car issues again amongst other things, Blake Lively’s cases are thrown out by a judge, Britney’s children are back in her life, we finally unpack the Oscars and...
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I Mean...Episode 104: Tweet 🐣
Spring rising upon us and thank goodness for flowers and sunshine and all the things that we have been missing including this podcast! This episode blooms with the return of Harry Styles 🥰, the arrest of a prince, the tragic losses of actors Dane and Van der Beek, the upcoming Actor Awards, Bad...
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I Mean...Episode 103: We are back!
And…we’re back! After a long hiatus between winter break and illness, and all the other things that the holidays brought upon us, we finally got around to podcasting again! This episode unboxes all the gifts that the last two months have brought us: the Golden Globes, the Beckham drama, the...
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I Mean...Episode 102: Huggies
Let’s run our fingers through this one! Episode 102 gives us a lot to discuss with debriefing teen Halloween, Diane Ladd 🤍, Millie Bobbie Brown’s claims, Justin Baldoni’s odd legal move, the eviction of Prince Andrew, the knighthood of David Beckham, Sexiest Man Alive, the Hugh Jackman tell all,...
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I Mean...Episode 101: Flip Phone
Get out your old devices because we’re reverting back to the days of yore where we didn’t have smart phones and could enjoy face-to-face conversations and not scroll our lives away. Our podcast is always old-school and OG. This week we discuss the Louvre heist, Diddy’s possible parole, Happy...
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I Mean...Episode 100: A Century Celebration 🥳
We turned 100 this week! 100 episodes of pure nonsense and ramblings- come with us on this journey this week as we unpack the latest headlines and happenings: our review of Kiss of the Spider Woman, Kevin Federline’s tell-all, Kim Kardashian’s revelations on Call Her Daddy, Alec Baldwin’s car...
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I Mean...Episode 99: Wood
Listen to Episode 99— we got out of the house and went to the movies to see Taylor Swift and debriefed the vibe of her new songs. We also tried to unpack the Nicole Kidman/Keith Urban divorce, Denise Richards’ drama, Jonah Hill’s new look, Jlo and Kiss of the spider woman, DWTS, the unusual…
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I Mean...Episode 98: Made it to the Emmys!
Well well well ain’t we fancy! As Karen recaps her awesome experience at the Emmy’s, we also break down the latest headlines: Bad Bunny at the Super Bowl 🏈, Selena Gomez’ wedding weekend, Cardi B.’s latest 🤰 news, RIP Robert Redford, Keanu Reeves non wedding, the Charlie Sheen doc, Justin...
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I Mean...Episode 97: Standing Ovation
Give us a 12 minute standing O! We let it rip in our charged episode unpacking all of the school nonsense and other mom crap we deal with. In other nonsense we discuss: the situationship of Sydney Sweeney and Scooter Braun, that crazy catfish Netflix documentary, the Venice Film Festival the…
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I Mean...Episode 96: Engagement of the Century
I mean…if ever there was a time to celebrate 🎉 💍, it’s now!!! Congrats to T & T on their engagement and, in honor of it, we give you our longest podcast in the books! But don’t worry- we discussed more than these two. Episode 96 covers new couples, the Cardi B trial, the saga of the Wolf…
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I Mean...Episode 95: Cut off!
In this speedy episode, we quickly run through our agenda and try to recreate our “magic” 😉 as we lost 30 minutes of our recording due to technical issues. Luckily for you, we only have 19 minutes of delicious dish to serve! Our micro episode covers Back to School nights, Britney’s house, Little...
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Episode 94: Getting Schooled
Welcome back to school with us! In our post summer break podcast, we dive into processing the odd school schedule and all the other peculiar things that this time of year brings. In pop culture news, we discuss the cuteness of Liam and Pamela’s budding romance, the longevity of the Kardashians,...
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I Mean...Episode 93: County Fair
In this down-home country episode, Nicole and Karen try and process their experience from their baked goods results from their local county fair. 🍪🍓. Needless to say, the judges have questionable palates. We felt it only right to turn ourselves into being the judges of the various pop culture...
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I Mean...Episode 92: Steak Night
Karen and Nicole are cooking up a storm tonight and dishing on all of the hot pop culture topics of the week: the Diddy trial, concerns about Justin Bieber, Katy and Orlando on the rocks, the forthcoming Bezos’ Venetian nuptials, North West, the Karen Read trial, and the hottie that is known as...
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I Mean...Episode 91: School’s Out Rules Out
Get on the floor and dance like you are wearing this oddly placed patched sequined bodysuit! In our schools winding down episode we shimmy ourselves through all of this weeks pop culture topics: the AMAs, Meghan, Markle’s Vogue controversy, Diddy, the Chrisley family pardon, Mary Lou, Retton,...
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I Mean...Episode 90: Sancheesy
This episode attempts to do a lot of things: unpack end-of-school-year parental gripes and anxieties, community safety, the disturbing Diddy trial, the Tony snubs, the Cannes Film Festival, the unnecessary Met Gala, Tommy Lee, David Geffen, Barry Diller, Blake Lively, and Lauren Sanchez’ Parisian...
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I Mean... Episode 89: Sweetums
This episode recaps our Easter’s and delves right into everything current: the Pope, the roasting of Katie Perry, Blake Lively’s Time 100?, Sweetums/Snuffleupagus eyelashes trend, JoJo Siwa, Kristen Stewart’s wedding, the odd coupling of Elizabeth Hurley and Billy Ray Cyrus, the current…
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I Mean...Episode 88: Spring Has Sprung 🌹🌸🌺🌷🌻🌼
Blast off! 🚀 In episode 88, we try to wrap our hands around what these women were thinking going into space for 11 minutes and then calling themselves astronauts. As we unpack the Blue Origin “mission” we discuss the backlash Katy Perry has received and all the fallout from this ridiculous…
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I Mean...Episode 87: Birds of a Feather
We are kicking it old school in the car after a lovely afternoon of plants, flowers, a delicious salad, and the cutest birdfeeder we’ve ever seen. In this episode, we discuss new couples news, Blake Lively and the never-ending weird behavior, the oddity of Rachel Ziegler, Kanye West being beyond...
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I Mean...Episode 86: Coming Out Both Ends
In our jam packed episode, we unbox more of the Meghan Markle Netflix series, discuss Kim Kardashian‘s possible rebuttal to Kanye‘s violation of their custody agreement, and try to understand what the hell JoJo Siwa is wearing. In engagement and marriage’s news, we discuss Deshaun Watson and…
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I Mean...Episode 85: Once a Meghan, Always a Markle
Certified lifestyle experts (🤣) Karen and Nicole delve into the new Meghan Markle Sussex Monbatten Windsor’s Netflix lifestyle show and all it’s high as in lows and bumps and confusions along the way. We also discuss the Gene Hackman press conference and the autopsy reports and the baffling new...
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I Mean...Episode 84: Oscars and More
In our post-Oscar podcast, we discuss teen parenting frustrations and all the 🙄 💩. We unpack this years Oscar’s from the fantastic host, Conan O’Brien to the singing (random James Bond tribute) and the glorious Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande. The vibe was good, some speeches were too long, and...
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I Mean...Episode 83: Grammys and Mammys
In this eggceptional 🥚, episode we crack into the recap of the FireAid concert, the controversy surrounding Emilia Perez, Justin Baldoni’s website launch, and all things Grammy’s 2025! In mom news, we discuss coping with high school challenges and how moms try to help children navigate issues. I...
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I Mean...Episode 82: Don’t Cry For Me...
In our latest episode, we try and make sense of the celebrity ego and mindset when it comes to disaster response, political issues, and whatever the latest news is. The verdict is in: people are tired of celebrities virtue signaling and would like to see them actually take more effective action...
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I Mean…Episode 81: Nosey
In our inaugural 2025 episode, we literally unbox our Christmas breaks and the multitude of pop culture issues that have come up in the last month. First and foremost, we discuss horrific LA fires and how they have it impacted so many communities. We also discuss the break ups of the holiday…
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I Mean...Episode 80: Diamond Claw Machine 💎
It is beginning to look a lot like Christmas and if you can find our sanity, let us know. In this episode, we literally unboxed all of our neurosis regarding this time of year, Kim K.’s broken foot cast, Jamie Foxx‘s altercation at Mr. Chow’s, integrated marketing and the Bravo franchise…
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I Mean...Episode 79: This is what happened...
In this episode, we give a synopsis of Jamie Foxx’s testimony in his Netflix special, “What Happened Was…” and give our take on all his takes. We also discuss Megan Fox and MGK’s breakup, the hot hitman, Sabrina Carpenter, Brandy Glanville and Jay-Z’s odd response. I Mean…can we trademark the…
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I Mean...Episode 78: Dr. Brock Harrison
Paging Dr. Harrison…Dr. Brock Harrison we have a code 🔥! In this car ride podcast, we unpack our very fun trip to San Francisco while kvetching about our own local community. We also discuss the recent Jussie Smollett verdict, P. Diddy‘s latest courtroom win, and all the other drama that has…
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I Mean...Episode 77: Motherly
Mamma Mia! Episode 77 is jam packed with mom-ish issues and guilt and mom celebs. But first, we discuss the Sexiest Man Alive?, Armie Hammer’s new podcast with his mom, and Justine Bateman’s random statement. We discuss the Martha Stewart documentary, and new baby news with Megan Fox and…
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I Mean...Episode 76: Banger
Bring on this latest hit in episode 76: we unpack the emotions and reactions to this week and how celebrities influence or didn’t this election, we explore the influence of Joe Rogan, Bezos and Elon’s latest billions, J-Law’s pregnancy, Eva Mendes focus on parenting, Jason Kelce 📲, Lamar Odom…
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I Mean...Episode 75: Stop Don’t Stop
In our diamond 💎 jubilee episode, we discuss the happy couplings of these two septuagenarians, Reese Witherspoon’s billionaire boo, Hugh Jackman and Sutton Foster, and the Kravitz/Tatum breakup. Congrats to Gisele on becoming a mom at 44 and Britney’s marriage to herself. We also unpack the…
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I Mean...Episode 74: Influenced
We are back! In this episode we unpack the allegations against Garth Brooks, celebrity swatting, possible celebrity divorces, JoJo Siwa, the rise of Sam Asghari, T.I.’s $71 million settlement, Tom Brady’s determination, Call Her Daddy, and the Sussex Survivors Club. In mom talk we discuss the...
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I Mean...Episode 73: Google It!
Congrats to this mama on her new baby, Mei! Episode 73 is here and bringing the latest pop culture from some seriously undercaffinated moms: RFK Jr’s affair, Janet Jackson’s misinformation, the troublesome interview with Hayden Panettiere, Tia & Tamara’s falling out, Diddy’s updates, Octomom, and...
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I Mean...Episode 72: TikTokTV
Just when we thought it was going to be a slow week with pop culture news, we hear about the inevitable and long-awaited arrest of Sean P. Diddy Puff Daddy Diddy PD Love? Combs. We discuss this along with an Emmy recap and fashion discussion, Jlo and Ben’s reunion, Rumer Willis, the Miley Cyrus...
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I Mean...Episode 71: It Never Ends With Us
In this episode, we unpack our first ever I Mean… trip to the movies to discuss the hotness 🔥 factor of Justin Baldoni and the mess of It Ends With Us. We also discuss guilt trips that some moms receive doing things for themselves for once and career paths. In celebrity news, we express...
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I Mean...Episode 70: Riveting
In this riveting 😉 episode, we cover Jlo’s social media, versions of It Ends With Us, Taylor Swift’s triumphant return to the NFL, Leah Remini’s divorce, Artem and Nikki’s domestic violence scandal, the Gary Coleman documentary, Michael Keaton’s random name change, Shakira’s new boo, and Kristen...
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I Mean...Episode 69: Entitled
In this episode, what don’t we discuss? Back to School nights, new high school experiences, and supporting our kids navigating unfamiliar territory. In pop culture, we reviewed the latest news with Bieber’s baby, the Kelce brothers, Mariah Carey, Joey Lawrence being a douche, the Girardi verdict,...
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I Mean...Episode 68: #Town
In this episode, we discuss the long-awaited divorce filing of J Lo and Ben Affleck, the Blake Lively drama and her brands, celebrity companies/brands, the long forgotten just-an-actor, immaturity, Shiloh Jolie, confusing podcasts/podcasters, Plum Bieber, Hailey Welch, and so much ew with Sexxy...
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I Mean Episode 67: We’re Back!
After our unplanned and looooooonnng summer hiatus, we are back with another packed episode! These non-trad wives discuss all that’s new in pop culture and in our mom lives with graduations, summer social media trends, the Olympics, Jlo and Ben’s split, the arrests in Matthew Perry’s death, and...
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I Mean...Episode 66: Yep, He Did It.
If the phrase “Told You So!” were a week this one was it! CNN’s disturbing Diddy video, J-lo and Ben are on the 🪨’s, Britney’s recent posts, Lauren Sanchez and filler-gate (what the hell is going on?) and Karen’s Poop Juice/Vanderpump incident. ☕️ So much to discuss! I Mean…we like to kick,...
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I Mean...Episode 65: Gorgeous Spring!
Springtime is here with the good and the weird! 🌹🌸🌺🌷🌼🦅🐿️ In this episode, we discuss Melissa McCarthy/Streisand Ozempic posts, Justin Bieber, Gypsy, Britney’s latest troublesome behavior, Kai Schreiber, Bravo drama, celebs plastic surgery/fillers and so much other random stuff. I mean…what…
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I Mean...Episode 64: Jams, Preserves, and Double Espressos
These spring breakers are back with a fun-filled gab fest of all the latest celeb happenings: Taylor’s new songs and rehashing old feuds, Delta Burke’s weight loss revelation, Meghan’s 🍓preserves, Vicky Beckham’s 50th bash, Coachella, Tori Spelling, and Ye’s new business venture. Billie Eillish...
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I Mean...63: Tell Us How It Works.
In this timely episode, we discuss Rebel Wilson’s tell all and Sasha Baron Cohen minutes before the divorce news came out, Lizzo, JoJo Siwa and her literally traumatizing outfit, Kate Beckinsale, J-lo’s rebranding, the Conjoined Twins, and a VPR analysis. I Mean…we have lots of questions. ❓⁉️
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I Mean...62: Diddy Do It?
Happy Easter to us and let’s hope Aaron Taylor Johnson shows up in your baskets as the new James Bond! 🙏 In this riveting, rambling, and rambunctious episode, we apologize to Kate Middleton, discuss Olivia Munn’s and Halle Berry’s health struggles, Olivia Rodrigo’s pill drop, Wendy Williams’...
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I Mean...61: March Madness!
Happy post St. Patty’s day from these two lasses! ☘️ In this episode, we unravel the Kate Middleton & Prince William’s affair speculation, Meghan Markle‘s new venture of American Riviera Orchard (what the hell is it?), Cara Delevingne’s mansion fire, Tay Tay on Disney+, and we revisit the old...
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I Mean... Episode 60
Our Oscars podcast is here! We break down all the glorious happenings from this really great telecast. We discuss the winners, the general positive vibe, the fashion hits and misses, and the fun bits (Thank you, John Cena! 💌) I mean… can Ryan Gosling go on tour? We are buying front row seats! 💓
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I Mean...Episode 59
We are BACK! Good grief we had a lot to catch up on: SAG Awards, People’s Choice Awards, Oprah Winfrey’s Weight Watchers drama, Kim K school drama, J-lo’s need for the spotlight, Kate Middleton’s mysterious surgery, Andy Cohen’s ❄️ allegations and Raquel VPR confusing lawsuit, and much more. In...
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I Mean...Episode 58
In this episode on location for a well-deserved breakfast, we dive into the Grammy’s 🎶 and the Super Bowl 🏈leaving nothing spared except our memory of this past week! We touchdown on the Swelsie of both events, Jay-Z’s cringy acceptance speech, Travis’ yell singing and 🚩testosterone, Miley’s...
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Two friends/moms share their enthusiastic opinions on pop culture while infusing comedic reflections and insights. I mean...how can we not?
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Karen & Nicole
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