Raising Barbara Jean and Wanda
by STP Productions
"Raising Barbara Jean and Wanda" is a captivating and wildly entertaining podcast brought to you by TikTok sensations, Kila Carr and Ashley Lamar. Known for their viral stories, "My Lost and Found Sisters" and "Trailer Park Chronicles," Kila and Ashley have joined forces to bring you a unique podcast experience that's as heartwarming as it is hilarious.The podcast revolves around their unconventional upbringings under the care of their mothers, Barbara Jean and Wanda. Tune in as they delve into a world of hilarious anecdotes, tear-jerking moments, startling revelations, and tales so zany they could only be true. While their mothers' parenting styles may have been far from traditional, the life lessons, love, and resilience they instilled are a testament to their unique brands of motherhood.Kila and Ashley are passionate about sharing stories of those who have discovered family through DNA tests and offering support to those raising children in challenging circumstances. Their stori
Episodes
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Unhinged Gratitude Pt. 2: Emotional Support Alligators, Rodeo Rage & Garbage Pail Santa Pics
Unhinged Gratitude, part two. Teddy the dog is the special guest (elderly, handicapped, and running the show), and the girls are thankful for dogs, sort of thankful for cats, and not at all thankful for people who are mean to animals. Ashley's career as a cowgirl lasted three and a half minutes...
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Thankful & Unhinged: Government Cheese, Bar Mat Shots & Sturdy B*tches
It's Thankful November, and the girls had two very different ideas of what that meant. Kila wrote a real list, through tears. Ashley heard "thankful" and thought "dodge that bullet." So you get both: the sentimental version and the unhinged version, sometimes in the same sentence. Kila is…
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Halloween Special: Sally Jessy Raphael & Ellen Take the Mic (and the Shop Is Haunted)
DESCRIPTION It's the Raising Barbara Jean & Wanda Halloween party, and the girls came dressed as the talk show hosts who raised them. Ashley is Sally Jessy Raphael (red blazer, spray-painted red glasses, do not spray paint your glasses). Kila is Ellen (blonde wig cut by Aaron, Stewie from Family...
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Christa Pike Woke Up, a Death on the Goliath & Is Locks of Love Legit?
Kila came in with a plan for a feet account (working title: This Little Piggy) and a story about her favorite rollercoaster. The Goliath at Six Flags Over Georgia is where she and Brian ride 28 times a trip with platinum passes, and this week a 42-year-old teacher, a robotics coach and two-time...
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Christa Pike's Botched Execution, Juvenile Lifers & the Mnemonic Plague
The plan was hair-donation charities. Then Tennessee made world news by failing to execute Christa Pike, the second botched execution in the state this year, so Ashley changed the topic on the drive in and Kila found out when the mic went live. Ashley brought notes. Christa Pike's crime, the 30...
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Feet Pics, a "Stripper" & Child Support 101
Ashley shows up with a press-on nail permanently stuck to her toe, which leads directly to a business discussion about feet pics, because the salon has been slow and gas is high. That reminds her of the house-cleaning client who once asked her to "dance clean" in her underwear. Nobody in the room...
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Back From Vacation & Already Losing It
Ashley is back from Universal with the Williamses and she should be rejuvenated. She is not. The babysitters are reporting Bub's every move, nobody has a will, and the question of who gets the kids ends in a plea of the Fifth. Then the vacation stories start: the closed pool at the Hard Rock,...
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The Court System Is A Joke: A True Crime Rant
Holly Bobo's retrial had us flip on Zach Adams, plus ADHD time, late-mom chaos, and the night Hagan got stabbed. We open on why last week never got published (turns out we shared too much and it was nobody's business), then get into the everyday hard stuff: CC putting her hands on her back her...
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"Being a Child of an Addict Is Your Superpower" — Breaking the Cycle with Stacee Reed (NACoA)
Ashley is flying solo this week (Kila's on vacation, back next week!) and this one hits close to home. She sits down with Stacee Reed, Director of Innovation at the National Association for Children of Addiction (NACoA), for an honest, funny, and deeply personal conversation about what addiction...
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ChatGPT Read Us Like a Book | Willie's, Big Backs & Fat Little Legs
We asked ChatGPT to tell us three things about ourselves we don't know — and it read us so hard we nearly cried on mic. 🤖 Kila & Ashley take the viral "ask your AI what it really thinks of you" trend live, mid-episode, and it comes back with answers about resilience, humor, and turning pain into...
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Cotton Candy Pickles & a Snake at the Swimming Hole
This week Kila & Ashley get into a little bit of everything — a too-close-for-comfort snake at the swimming hole 🐍, black bears moving into Tennessee 🐻, Katie graduating from Harvard (the day this episode goes live!) 🎓, and the main event: a red-white-and-blue PATRIOTIC PICKLE CHALLENGE 🥒🇺🇸…
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A "Willie" Good Episode
It's a Willie Good Episode! 🌿 Kila and Ashley crack open Willie's Remedy Social Tonic — aka the "giggle juice" — and let the good times roll. We "Willie" need a brand deal with Willies. Have your people call our people. Seriously! They shout out their girl Katie crushing it at Harvard Business...
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Bullies Ain't Sh*t, Concert Drama, & "Snitching"
Kila and Ashley finally got the mics rolling again — and this one's a whole lot of crazy. This week we get into: - Why we HATE bullies (looking at you, Murfreesboro) and why a three-on-one ain't a fight - The "anonymous" snitch app that was... not anonymous at all - Country concert chaos: Ella...
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Three Years of Crazy: Family Karen's. ADHD Time, & CBD Disasters
It's our 3-year anniversary, y'all — and we're celebrating the only way we know how: yappin' about the crazy. Kila rolls in fired up about a "Karen" and we get into the big question — does everybody have one, or does crazy just attract crazy? Ashley breaks down what she learned from ADHD 2.0…
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Delta 8, Drug-Induced Psychosis & a Wheelchair Bidding Spree
We're back after a month off — Kila had pneumonia (three shots, a round of steroids, and still wheezing), Ashley is deep in menopause hell, and Aniston's Mother's Day Photoshop of her mama as a 250-lb trailer-park queen with a brown-filter cigarette is officially the cover of Ashley's future...
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3% Chance, 10 Years of Waiting & a Miracle Baby | Ashley Talks with Kay McNabb
On this episode of Raising Barbara Jean & Wanda, Ashley is holding it down without Kila — feel better, Kila! — and she's joined by her longtime friend Kay McNabb for a heartfelt, powerful conversation you do not want to miss. Ashley and Kay have known each other since grade school in Centerville,...
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Introducing Hood Therapist! Real-Life Advice, Easter Memories & a Sneak Peek at Ashley's New Book
This week on Raising Barbara Jean & Wanda, Ashley and Kila are bringing the laughs, the real talk, and a brand new segment that is already giving iconic energy: HOOD THERAPIST. 💥 In this new segment, the ladies take on questions from fans, messy situations from the internet, and real-life...
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We're Back! Danae Hayes at the Ryman, Hollywood Lizard People & Cassie's Going Away Party
We're back, y'all — and we didn't waste any time. Ashley and Kayla are fresh off a night at the Ryman catching Danae Hayes' stand-up show (meet and greet included), and they have thoughts. From tin can phones for kids to Cassie's chaotic going-away party where the whole family finally ended up in...
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Healing Childhood Trauma, Hot Mess Life Updates & Our Usual Shenanigans
On this episode of Raising Barbara Jean & Wanda, Kila and Ashley are back doing what they do best — talking about all the usual stuff, going off on wild tangents, laughing through life, and somehow getting real in the middle of all the chaos. This one is hilarious, heartfelt, and all over the…
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6-Year "Sisterversary" with Dixie
In this special episode of Raising Barbara Jean & Wanda, Kila and Ashley are celebrating something BIG — the 6-year anniversary of Kila and her sister Dixie finding each other. 🥹💛 It's their "sisterversary", and the vibes are emotional, hilarious, and very on-brand. Dixie joins the show as they...
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Caught in the Con Part 4: Daniel Martin Warrants, New Victims w/ Jessica Reynolds & Jason Bennett
The Daniel Martin saga just keeps getting wilder. In this latest episode of Raising Barbara Jean & Wanda, Kila and Ashley are joined once again by Jessica Reynolds and Jason Bennett for another jaw-dropping update on one of Middle Tennessee's most notorious con men. Jessica — who's now taken her...
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Paranormal TikTok & Daniel Martin Warrants: Spirit Boxes, Book Talk & Calling Out a Con Man
On this episode of Raising Barbara Jean & Wanda, Ashley and Kila are back with a mix of true crime chaos, personal growth, and their signature unfiltered storytelling. First up: 🕵️♀️ The Latest on Daniel Martin If you've been following the Daniel Martin saga, you know this dude is a full-blown...
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We Survived the Holidays and Are Ready for 2026
Kila and Ashley are BACK for the first Raising Barbara Jean & Wanda episode of 2026, and of course it's pure holiday-debrief chaos in the best way. 🎙️✨ This episode is a hilarious, real, and super relatable recap of: 🎄 Christmas & Holiday Madness The ladies catch up on how Christmas really went...
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Delilah, Tupac, TikTok Moms & Cassie's Wedding Recap
On this episode of Raising Barbara Jean & Wanda, Kila and Ashley are in full storytelling mode with an episode that's equal parts hilarious, nostalgic, disgusting (you'll see 👀), and downright sweet. They kick things off talking about Delilah – yes, the late-night radio legend – and how her…
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UNO Tarot Chaos & Psychic Shenanigans – Our First Live Episode!
In this extra wild episode of Raising Barbara Jean & Wanda, Kila and Ashley go LIVE for the very first time—and y'all, it's pure chaos in the best way! From Uno Card Tarot Readings that somehow get way too real to off-the-rails convos about being cat moms, this episode is packed with laughs,...
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Petty Ponderings, Therapy Wins & The Power of Pauses
This week on Raising Barbara Jean & Wanda, Ashley and Kila are catching up before the chaos of their first-ever live episode. They get into Ashley's big therapy revelations, why sometimes you just need a pause, and what's been going on behind the scenes. Kila's got her petty pants on, Ashley's...
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🎬 DNA Results, Family Bombshells & a Hollywood Ending with Lisa Brenner (@thelisabrenner)
In this powerful (and hilarious) episode, Kila and Ashley sit down with actress, writer, and now DNA detective Lisa Brenner, whose real-life family twist inspired her brand-new movie, One Big Happy Family. What started with a simple DNA test turned into a wild journey of identity, unexpected...
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🛑 Pause for the Chaos: Life's Wild, Y'all! 🛑
In this catch-up episode, Kila and Ashley are bringing the realness (and the ridiculousness) as they update y'all on all the life chaos, podcast plans, and why they're about to take a short break. From chaotic schedules to hilarious stories that only these two could deliver, it's equal parts...
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We Swear There Was a Plan…
This week on Raising Barbara Jean & Wanda, Kila and Ashley are back in their organized chaos era. They had no plan… or did they? From Kila's dad tuning in (despite vowing he wouldn't) to million dollar Chat GPT ideas from Ashley, to unexpected life lessons and some unfiltered feedback, this…
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Closet Zooms, ADHD Chaos & Keeping It Too Real
The ladies are BACK and more unfiltered than ever! In this week's episode of Raising Barbara Jean & Wanda, Ashley and Kila introduce us to their new social media manager, Rachel—bless her heart—and kick things off with a Zoom call from a closet, a smoke break mid-meeting, and enough side tangents...
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Summertime Shenanigans, Sick Kids, Wild Cruise News and More
In true Barbara Jean & Wanda fashion, Kila and Ashley are back with another wild ride—this time on the high seas (well, kind of). The ladies kick things off with crappy cruise horror stories that include poop bags, shower confessions, and Carnival chaos. 🌊 🚽 From limp mics to Titanic…
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Buffalo Slots, Broke Trips, and Vegas Regrets
We're back, y'all—and we might be broke, but we've got stories! 💸 In this hilarious episode of Raising Barbara Jean & Wanda, Kila returns from Vegas with tales of slots, chaos, and some serious "never again" vibes. Ashley shares her own gambling history (spoiler: it's mostly donations), and the...
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Daytime Podcasting, Birthday Drama & Vegas Vibes
It's high noon and Kila and Ashley are back at it—recording in broad daylight and stone-cold sober (weird, right?). In this laugh-filled episode of Raising Barbara Jean & Wanda, the ladies catch up on life, celebrate Ashley's birthday (even though it rudely shared a weekend with Father's Day)…
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Caught in the Con Pt 3: Daniel Martin Exposed, Called Out, and Finally Behind Bars
Y'ALL. The moment you've all been waiting for is here — Part 3 of the absolutely insane Daniel Martin saga on Raising Barbara Jean & Wanda! This week, Kila and Ashley are joined once again by Jessica and Janene to dive into the latest updates on the notorious scammer and conman, Daniel Martin....
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Life's a Mess...but We Are Still Here
After a little springtime chaos and a few missed meetups, Kila and Ashley are finally back behind the mic—and it's like they never left. In this episode, the ladies catch up on everything from wild travel plans and Real ID drama (because who really has their birth certificate ready?) to summer...
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Continuing the Journey: Julie & Joe Taylor's ALS Story (Part 2)🎙️💙
Welcome back to Raising Barbara Jean & Wanda! In this heartfelt continuation, Kila and Ashley sit down once again with Julie & Joe Taylor to delve deeper into Joe's ongoing battle with ALS. J oe's resilience and Julie's unwavering support shine through as they share more about their journey,...
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🎙️💙 Raising Awareness: Julie & Joe Taylor's ALS Journey - Part 1 🎙️💙
Join Kila and Ashley on a special episode of Raising Barbara Jean & Wanda as they highlight ALS Awareness Month with guests Julie & Joe Taylor. Joe was diagnosed with ALS last June, and alongside Julie, they've navigated a challenging year. Despite the hardships, Joe remains in great spirits and...
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Coach Pitch, Therapy Trips, and Kila's Chaos 🎙️⚾😂
In this follow-up episode of Raising Barbara Jean & Wanda, Kila and Ashley are back with more hilarious and heartfelt stories. Bub makes his big debut in coach pitch, Ashley dives deeper into her therapy journey (and the real reason she needs it), and Kila shares all the latest chaos in her…
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Therapy, T-Ball, and Still Roasting Daniel 🎙️😂
Kila and Ashley are back, catching up on all the wild in their lives! 😆 Ashley is officially in therapy (send snacks), Kila is still roasting Daniel (because duh), and Bub is starting T-ball! ⚾️ The ladies dive into some hilarious youth sports stories, share their latest life updates, and—of...
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Family, Therapy & Triggers – Featuring Kila's Sister Dixie
This week on Raising Barbara Jean & Wanda, Kila's sister Dixie joins the show for a raw and real conversation. The ladies do a quick recap of the Daniel saga (because of course there are updates), then dive into a deep discussion about mental health, therapy, and the triggers that come with it…
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Caught in the Con: Part 2 - Just when we thought it was done...
Just when you thought this story couldn't get any crazier… it does. Jessica Reynolds is back, and this time she's joined by her friend Janene Tavalaro to spill even more tea on this ever-evolving nightmare. Since Part 1, things have taken some wild turns, and Ashley and Kila are barely holding…
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Caught in the Con: Jessica Reynolds' Shocking Story
Buckle up, because this week's episode of Raising Barbara Jean and Wanda is a wild ride! Kila and Ashley are joined by Jessica Reynolds, a powerhouse Realtor and Homebuilder from Middle TN, who shares her jaw-dropping story of getting entangled with a professional conman. From fraud to theft and…
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Holidays, Rabbit Holes, and Big Plans for 2025!
Welcome back to Raising Barbara Jean and Wanda! Kila and Ashley are catching up on everything from the holidays to their new year's shenanigans. This episode is packed with laughs, random discoveries, and all the chaos you've come to love. Kila dives deep into the hilarious world of "Are We…
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Gentle Parenting...Has it Gone too Far?: A Heartfelt Conversation with Emily Alaine
In this powerful and emotional episode of Raising Barbara Jean & Wanda, Kila and Ashley sit down with the incredible Emily Alaine, who recently went viral on TikTok for sharing her heartbreaking story of being abused by her young children in Canada. Emily's story has sparked a larger conversation...
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Behind the Mic with Brandon Hall: Dispatch Stories and Host of Music City 911
This week on Raising Barbara Jean & Wanda, Kila and Ashley sit down with Brandon Hall, the talented host of Music City 911. With over 20 years of experience as a 911 dispatcher, Brandon is no stranger to the chaos and high-stakes moments that come with the job. Now, he's bringing those wild,...
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Part 2: Chanci Culp - Behind the TikTok Fame and More!
The conversation continues in Part 2 with the one and only Chanci Culp on Raising Barbara Jean & Wanda! After hearing how she went viral in Part 1, Kila and Ashley dive even deeper into Chanci's life, revealing more behind-the-scenes moments and what it's really like living with TikTok fame. From...
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Going Viral with Chanci Culp: TikTok Fame and Wild Stories! Part 1 of 2
This week on Raising Barbara Jean & Wanda, Kila and Ashley are joined by the one and only Chanci Culp! With a massive TikTok following and a personality to match, Chanci shares her journey from going viral to building a platform that's captivated millions. Tune in as she tells her incredible…
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Election Talk, Cat Chaos, and Life Updates!
This week on the "Raising Barbara Jean and Wanda Podcast," Kila and Ashley are back at it with a fun and chaotic catch-up session! They dive into all things election-related, share some wild and hilarious cat stories (you won't believe what's been happening!), and update you on all the latest...
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Mediums, Mayhem, and Mischief: Recapping the Spooky Season
Join Kila and Ashley for another lively episode of "Raising Barbara Jean and Wanda"! This week, they're recapping their intriguing conversation with Renee the Medium and diving into all things Halloween, Election Day, and other delightful random shenanigans. From the insights shared by Renee to…
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Renee the Medium Joins the Crazy
Do you believe in the afterlife? Kila and Ashley sit down with a local medium hoping to connect with their Moms. Let us know what you think, and they will let you know their thoughts next week. #real #fake #believe #mediums #halloween #ghostbusters #letusknow
About this show
"Raising Barbara Jean and Wanda" is a captivating and wildly entertaining podcast brought to you by TikTok sensations, Kila Carr and Ashley Lamar. Known for their viral stories, "My Lost and Found Sisters" and "Trailer Park Chronicles," Kila and Ashley have joined forces to bring you a unique podcast experience that's as heartwarming as it is hilarious.The podcast revolves around their unconventional upbringings under the care of their mothers, Barbara Jean and Wanda. Tune in as they delve into a world of hilarious anecdotes, tear-jerking moments, startling revelations, and tales so zany they could only be true. While their mothers' parenting styles may have been far from traditional, the life lessons, love, and resilience they instilled are a testament to their unique brands of motherhood.Kila and Ashley are passionate about sharing stories of those who have discovered family through DNA tests and offering support to those raising children in challenging circumstances. Their stori
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