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The Karens
by Amanda, Carolyn, Susan, and Megan
Four lifelong friends. Opinions on everything. Experts on nothing.Welcome to The Karens — the podcast where four witty, outspoken besties tackle everything from pop culture to hot flashes. No topic is off limits, no opinion too unqualified! Whether we're laughing at our own chaos, spilling unfiltered stories, or offering totally unsolicited advice, we're here to keep it real (and really funny).Grab your coffee (or wine), and join The Karens for a weekly dose of relatable rants, heartfelt moments, and the kind of conversations you only have with your ride-or-die girlfriends.
Episodes
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The Death Penalty Debate: Christa Pike, Monica Lewinsky & the Karens' Unfiltered Opinions
Should the death penalty still exist? And what happens when an execution goes terribly wrong? This week on The Karens Podcast, Amanda, Carolyn, Megan, and Carlos tackle one of their most controversial subjects yet: capital punishment and the death penalty in America. The conversation centers on...
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Controversial Ads: Sydney Sweeney, Nike, Converse & When Marketing Goes Too Far
When does a provocative ad become too controversial—and when is the controversy exactly what the brand wanted? In Season 3, Episode 2 of The Karens Podcast, Amanda, Carolyn, Megan, and Carlos are diving into some of the most talked-about and controversial advertisements, including the recent...
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The Lindsay Clancy Trial: Who Is Really Responsible? | Season 3 Premiere
Season 3 is here—and Carlos is officially a Karen! Carlos joins Amanda, Carolyn, and Megan for their first episode as an official member of The Karens Podcast, and we're starting the season with one of our biggest conversations yet: the Lindsay Clancy case. Lindsay Clancy admitted to killing her...
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A New Karen Is Joining the Podcast! Meet Carlos + Our Season 3 Announcement
Big changes are coming to The Karens Podcast as we get ready for Season 3—and yes, we're officially adding a NEW Karen! 🎉 After two seasons of laughs, opinions, stories, and plenty of conversations that went completely off the rails, Susan is retiring from her regular spot on the show due to...
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From the Vault: Food Fads We Loved, Hated & Somehow Survived
Fall is here—and with the season of food, feasting, and gathering around the table officially upon us, we’re opening The Karens vault to bring back one of our most-loved episodes! This week, we’re replaying a listener favorite all about food fads, diet trends, and the things we were all convinced...
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Behind the K-9 Unit: Security, Working Dogs & Life Off Duty | Part 2
What happens when the K-9 goes off duty? In Part 2 of our conversation with Kate, a probation officer who runs a K-9 unit, the Karens go even deeper into the fascinating world of working dogs, security, and life behind the scenes. Kate shares more about the security measures involved in her work,...
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Inside the K-9 Unit: How Working Dogs Help People | Part 1
What is it really like to work alongside a K-9 every day? In Part 1 of this special two-part interview, the Karens sit down with Kate, a probation officer who also runs a K-9 unit, for a fascinating—and surprisingly heartwarming—look inside the world of working dogs. We’re talking about how K-9s...
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COVID Vaccine Debate, Artificial Intelligence, AI & the Future of Books and Robots
Were COVID vaccines really necessary? Is AI changing the way we think, read, and create? Are people still reading books? And while we're at it… are robots eventually going to take over the world? Just another perfectly normal conversation with the Karens. 😂 In this episode of The Karens Podcast,...
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Hormone Replacement Therapy Shortages & the Great Flu Shot Debate
Women are talking about hormone replacement therapy (HRT) more than ever—but what happens when the medication women rely on becomes difficult to find? In this episode of The Karens Podcast, the Karens dive into the conversation surrounding hormone replacement therapy, menopause, access to women's...
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What Your Algorithm Says About You (And Ours Are Unhinged)
Ever wonder what your social media algorithm says about you? The Karens are about to find out—and apparently, the internet knows us a little TOO well. In this episode of The Karens Podcast, we're getting hilariously transparent about what shows up in our algorithms, what we wish our algorithms...
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Flock AI Cameras: Safety, Surveillance & the Privacy Debate
AI-powered cameras are popping up in communities across the country, and they're raising some big questions. What exactly are Flock AI cameras? Are they making neighborhoods safer, or are they quietly changing what privacy looks like in America? Who owns the data? Who has access to it? And how…
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The World Cup Halftime Show Controversy: Is FIFA Becoming the Super Bowl?
The 2026 FIFA World Cup halftime show may have lasted just a few minutes, but the debate around it is far from over. Should the World Cup have a halftime show at all? Did it make the tournament more entertaining, or did it distract from the biggest match in soccer? And is FIFA embracing a new…
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Summer Travel Disasters, Tech Fails & The Truth About Casablanca | The Karens Podcast
The Karens are back from their summer adventures, and they've got plenty to catch up on! From travel stories that didn't quite go as planned to hilarious tech mistakes at work (because apparently turning 49+ comes with a software update no one asked for), this episode is packed with laughs and...
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Taylor Swift Wedding Controversy Gets HEATED… Then Trump Enters the World Cup Drama
The Karens do not agree on the Taylor Swift wedding controversy—and the conversation gets heated fast. In this episode of The Karens Podcast, the Karens break down the controversy surrounding Taylor Swift’s wedding, and everyone comes to the table with a very different opinion. Is the backlash...
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How Are We Still Alive? Our Near-Death Stories | The Karens Podcast
How are we all still alive?! In this laugh-out-loud episode of The Karens Podcast, the Karens swap stories about the times they probably shouldn't have made it out in one piece. From questionable decisions and freak accidents to those heart-stopping moments that instantly make you rethink your…
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The Things We Swore We'd Never Do… Until We Got Older | The Karens Podcast
Remember when you thought adults were weird? Well... now we ARE the adults. In this laugh-out-loud episode of The Karens Podcast, the Karens compare the things they did when they were younger to the habits they've somehow adopted as adults. From having a special spoon just for tasting while…
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How Tarot Readings Really Work: Questions, Red Flags & Real Experiences
The tarot conversation continues! After our first fascinating chat with Leila from Sunglow Path, the Karens are back for a deeper dive into the world of tarot card reading. This time, we're exploring how tarot readings actually work, sharing our own experiences with past readings, and discussing...
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Tarot Cards, Intuition & Life’s Big Questions with Tarot Reader Leila | The Karens Podcast
Have you ever wondered what a tarot card reader actually does? Are tarot cards about predicting the future, intuition, self-reflection, or something else entirely? In this fascinating and entertaining episode of The Karens Podcast, the Karens welcome special guest Leila from Sunglow Path, a...
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Marriage, Money & Relationship Advice: The Karens Answer Your Most Surprising Questions
What do couples really fight about? Is staying married for financial reasons ever a good idea? And why do listener questions always take the Karens somewhere completely unexpected? In this episode of The Karens Podcast, we're turning the microphone over to you and answering listener-submitted...
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It Takes a Village: Parenting & The Auntie Era with Danielle Frank
What happens when the kids grow up, the rules change, and you're finally faced with the question: What do I want now? In Part 2 of our conversation with author Danielle Frank, the Karens get real about relationships, parenting, and watching a generation that had children young and is now...
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Wine, Parenting, and Reinventing Life with Author Danielle Frank
This week, the Karens are joined by special guest Danielle Frank — author, educator, wine lover, and proof that sometimes life takes you on adventures you didn't plan. Danielle joins the podcast to talk about her book, A Wine Lover’s Guide to Parenting, and opens up about the unexpected twists…
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New Jobs, Office Tea & Workplace Drama | The Karens Podcast
Big changes are happening for the Karens… 👀 Megan and Carolyn both have brand new jobs, and of course that means the Karens are asking the hard-hitting questions and spilling all the workplace tea. From first impressions and awkward onboarding moments to workplace culture, career changes, office...
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The Little Luxuries That Actually Make Life Better
What does “luxury” really mean in today’s world? Is it designer bags, expensive shoes, first-class flights… or is it something completely different? This week on the Karens podcast, the conversation takes an unexpectedly heartfelt turn as the Karens reveal what they consider true luxury — and…
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Travel Diaries: Where We’ve Been, Where We’re Going & The Reality of Travel Today
Pack your bags—this week the Karens are going global ✈️🌍 From unforgettable adventures to travel mishaps you have to hear, the Karens share where they’ve been, where they’re headed next, and what traveling the world really looks like right now. With changing travel trends, rising costs, and a...
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420 Confessions: First Time Weed Stories + The Rise of the Cannabis Industry
It’s 420, and the Karens are saying everything 🌿 In this hilarious and unfiltered episode, the Karens dive into the evolution of cannabis culture—from their first encounters with weed (awkward, funny, and sometimes questionable 😅) to how the cannabis industry has completely transformed over the...
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Wedding Season Confessions: The Funniest Stories, Real Talk & A Brand-New Karen Segment
Wedding season is officially here, and you know the Karens have opinions. From heartfelt moments to hilarious mishaps, we’re diving into everything that comes with weddings— expectations, traditions, and the unforgettable memories that make this season so special. In this episode of The Karens...
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Would You Rather Questions That Get Out of Control | The Karens Podcast
Would you rather talk like a baby for a day… or never travel again? 😳✈️ In this hilarious episode of The Karens Podcast, the Karens dive into the internet’s most outrageous would you rather questions—and their answers are anything but predictable. From living 10 different lives to choosing…
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April Fools’ Day Explained: History, Famous Pranks & The Funniest Jokes Ever | The Karens Podcast
What is April Fools’ Day really about—and how did it become a global day of pranks, jokes, and total chaos? In this hilarious episode of The Karens Podcast, we dive into the history of April Fools’ Day, uncovering where it started and how it turned into one of the most unpredictable (and...
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Women’s History Month: Gender Pay Gap, Salary Transparency & Women’s Empowerment
It’s the end of Women's History Month, and the Karens are diving into all things women—empowerment, expectations, and everything in between. From navigating workplace dynamics and asking for raises to the ongoing conversation around salary transparency and pay gaps, this episode covers the real...
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Academy Awards 2026 Recap: Oscars Drama, Glam, and Hot Takes You Didn’t Ask For
The Karens tuned into the Academy Awards… and let’s just say, they have thoughts. From red carpet looks to acceptance speeches (too long? never long enough?), nothing is off limits in this episode. Do we actually love award shows—or are they completely out of touch? Is the glitz and glam still…
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Are We Getting Ruder? The Karens Break Down Why Politeness Is Disappearing
Have people forgotten how to be polite? Or has the way we communicate simply changed with the times? In this episode of The Karens Podcast, the Karens dive into the growing feeling that everyday conversations have become shorter, sharper, and sometimes downright rude. From texting habits and…
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Midlife Reset: The Karens Talk Goals, Regrets, and Creating the Life We Want Now
Is midlife a crisis… or an opportunity? In this episode of The Karens Podcast, the Karens dive into the real conversations that start showing up in midlife. The dreams you chased, the ones you didn’t, and the question we all eventually ask ourselves: what do I actually want the rest of my life to...
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Susan’s World Travels: Why You Need to Get Out and See the World
In this episode of The Karens Podcast, Susan shares stories from her world travels and the life-changing lessons she’s learned along the way. From experiencing new cultures and stepping outside her comfort zone to seeing firsthand how other people live, this conversation is all about why…
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Dinner With the Dead? The Wildest Answers Yet with Carlos
If you could sit down with anyone — living, dead, real, or completely fictional — who would it be… and what would you ask? This week, The Karens continue the conversation with guest host Carlos, and let’s just say the answers get even crazier. From historical icons to people we probably shouldn’t...
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If You Could Ask Anyone Anything… Living, Dead, or Fictional | The Karens Podcast
If you could ask anyone one question — living, dead, real, or completely fictional — who would it be… and what would you ask? This week, The Karens are joined by their lifelong friend Carlos, and let’s just say… the questions spiral quickly. From historical figures to family to imaginary...
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$60 Tomatoes, Meal Prep Madness & Other Food Fads
From backyard homesteading dreams to perfectly portioned meal prep containers, the Karens are digging into the food fads that promised to change our lives. This week’s episode covers everything from $60 tomatoes, to the trends we tried, judged, quit, or secretly loved. As always, the opinions are...
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Raised on Landlines: How Gen X Survived the World Before WiFi
Before smartphones, social media, and group chats… there was Gen X. And somehow, they survived. This week, the Karens take a hilarious trip down memory lane to unpack what it was really like growing up Gen X — from disappearing until dinner time, to analog heartbreak, to learning life lessons...
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MLK Day Then vs Now: Selfie Sticks, Girl Hustle Culture & a Decade of Change
On this episode of the Karens podcast, the conversation starts with Martin Luther King Jr. Day—then quickly expands into how much culture, values, and vibes have shifted over the last decade. From skinny jeans and the height (and crash) of the girl hustle era, to acts of kindness, reflection, and...
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Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce & Microneedling: The Karens Have Opinions (Ready or Not)
This week on the Karens podcast, the group dives headfirst into pop culture chaos—with confidence that may or may not be earned. From the nonstop conversation around **Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce, to microneedling, skincare trends, and the ever-confusing world of celebrity news, the Karens are...
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Can You Still Be Funny? Comedians, Cancel Culture & Hot Takes
The Karens are tackling comedians, cancel culture, and who’s actually allowed to be funny anymore—and yes, things get heated. Amanda struggles through pronouncing names, facts are definitely up for debate, and no one is claiming to be an expert… but the opinions are loud and confident anyway.…
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Ambition, Elastic Waistbands, and Our 2026 Workout Plans
It’s the Karens’ first episode of 2026, and we’re doing what everyone does in January—talking fitness goals… with honesty. From ambitious resolutions to workouts we swear we’ll stick to (and the ones we already hate), the Karens break down fitness fads, motivation myths, and the pressure to…
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Gratitude, Grief, and the Holidays in Between: 2025 Reflections & 2026 Goals
As 2025 comes to a close, the Karens get real. This episode is a heartfelt reflection on the year that was—what we learned, what we lost, and what we’re carrying with us into 2026. From missing loved ones during the holidays to admitting that not everyone loves the Christmas season, this...
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Australia Banned Social Media… Would That Ever Fly in America?
Australia just made a move that has the internet spiraling — a social media ban aimed at protecting kids and teens. The Karens are not staying quiet about it. In this episode, they dig into what’s actually happening in Australia, whether a ban like this could ever work in the U.S., and where...
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The Age of Disclosure: Are We Emotionally Prepared for Aliens?
What if the government finally told us everything? In this episode of The Karens, we go full extraterrestrial and ask the questions everyone’s afraid to answer: could society actually handle full alien disclosure? If the government came clean tomorrow, would we panic… or just keep scrolling? The...
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Inflation Is Out of Control: The Karens React to Today’s Wild Prices
The Karens are officially over it. Inflation has struck again—Amanda’s dry shampoo is suddenly a luxury item, Susan’s fast-food sandwich came with a side of sticker shock, and everything from groceries to self-care feels like it requires a small loan. In this hilarious episode, the Karens compare...
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The Karens vs. Thanksgiving: Stuffed with Opinions
The Karens are digging into a heaping plate of Thanksgiving feelings — and just like the side dishes, not all of them are fan favorites. From chaotic kitchens to sacred family rituals to the traditions they secretly (or loudly) look forward to every year, the Karens unpack why this holiday brings...
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Matchmakers, Mayhem & Modern Dating: The Karens’ First Guest Tells All
The Karens welcome their very first guest: an accomplished young woman brave enough to survive today’s dating world and sit down with four Karens at once. They dive headfirst into everything from the mysterious rules of modern love to the chaos of dating apps, the revival of matchmakers, and what...
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Beauty, Botox & Bad Decisions
The Karens are taking on the wild, weird, and occasionally wonderful world of beauty trends—what they’ve tried, what they refuse to try, and which ones they think are just straight-up ridiculous. From super-long nails that make basic tasks Olympic-level challenges, to fillers that somehow make...
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The Karens Talk AI: Will Robots Take Over the World (and Our Jobs)?
The Karens are talking all things AI — including the assistant that made a phone call without permission, a fully automated McDonald’s, and an AI ad so bad it broke the internet. Can humans still do it better? Tune in as the Karens decide which jobs (and people) might make it through the robot...
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The Karens and the Road Rage Chronicles
The Karens hit the gas on a topic we all know too well: road rage. From parking lot showdowns to highway meltdowns, nothing’s off-limits. Laugh along as they reveal who’s guilty, who’s innocent, and who should probably not drive before coffee.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Four lifelong friends. Opinions on everything. Experts on nothing.Welcome to The Karens — the podcast where four witty, outspoken besties tackle everything from pop culture to hot flashes. No topic is off limits, no opinion too unqualified! Whether we're laughing at our own chaos, spilling unfiltered stories, or offering totally unsolicited advice, we're here to keep it real (and really funny).Grab your coffee (or wine), and join The Karens for a weekly dose of relatable rants, heartfelt moments, and the kind of conversations you only have with your ride-or-die girlfriends.
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Amanda, Carolyn, Susan, and Megan
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Four lifelong friends. Opinions on everything. Experts on nothing.Welcome to The Karens — the podcast where four witty, outspoken besties tackle everything from pop culture to hot flashes. No topic is off limits, no opinion too unqualified! Whether we're laughing at our own chaos, spilling...
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