The MUMGRY Podcast
by #staymumgry
Join MUMGRY Founder Lilian Umurungi-Jung and her best friend, Atlanta based Fitness Instructor & Personal Trainer Isabelle "Izzy" Alexander, as they discuss current events, personal tales and socio political discourse wrapped up in humour. With guest experts, they deep dive into truthful conversations and give you the top shows to watch!
Episodes
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MUMGRY Podcast SZN 5 Ep. 7 What Not To Do In The Gym
Someone was gifted Momofuku Noodles for Christmas and now they are obsessed, can you guess who? Lilian and Izzy share what they did for NYE. Have you ever had a grilled PB&J? How about a Tarot Card reading at midnight on NYE? Have you ever done the Polar Bear Swim on New Year's Day? Did you know...
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MUMGRY Podcast SZN 5 Ep. 6 Group Dinner Etiquette
Ever wish you didn't accept an invite to a group dinner because you wound up paying for other people's meals? Well on this episode, we break down the do's and don'ts of attending group dinners and provide a few tips to make sure your pockets stay full by the time the check makes an appearance. We...
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MUMGRY Podcast SZN 5 Ep. 5 - Keep 2024 Clean
We share our holiday wish list. Talk about countries with 4 day work weeks. Discuss how 2024 needs to be more environmentally conscious and dive into some recommendations for your much deserved downtime. Our spread a little love segment is incredible! We hope you tune into this episode on Youtube...
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MUMGRY Podcast SZN 5 Ep. 4 - Holiday Etiquette
Follow these holiday etiquette tips to ensure you get invited back to the best gatherings year after year. Should you remove your shoes at someones house? Should you bring over wine? Should you leave with your leftover dish or drinks? Is it okay to leave without saying goodbye? We cover a lot on...
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MUMGRY Podcast SZN 5 Ep. 3 - Our Oprah Moment
On this episode we channel Queen Oprah and giveaway MUMGRY! Tune in and join our healthy debate on films that are wrongly classified as holiday flicks. Find out what we are adding to our diplomatic gift basket for aliens. Hear the real reasons why supporting Small Businesses is important. See if...
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MUMGRY Podcast SZN 5 Ep. 2 - Parkophobia
Does it take forever for you to get your kids out the door? Did you listen to Andre 3000's highly anticipated flute album? Do you have a phobia? Who would you rather have cook thanksgiving dinner for you, Patti LaBelle or Martha Stewart? Have you been to the newest most beautiful grocer in LA? We...
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MUMGRY Podcast SZN 5 Ep 1 - Swipe Right
We are back! After a 2-year hiatus to focus on life outside, besties Lilian and Izzy have returned behind the mic to spread a little love, educate through experts, and bring a little laughter to your day. Tune in as they discuss their favorite foods and cousins and give you their latest...
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MUMGRY Podcast SZN 4 Ep. 1 - Pandemic Fatigue Is Real
Where have we been? That's a great question and we have many answers. For the past 6 months we've had to deal with loss, personal issues and surviving this pandemic to the best of our abilities. We've come to the conclusion that pandemic fatigue is a real thing and it hit us both so hard over the...
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BEST of SZN 1 MUMGRY Podcast
Listen to some of our favorite moments from SZN 1 of the MUMGRY Podcast! MUMGRY Founder, Lilian Umurungi-Jung and best friend and Fitness Instructor/Personal Trainer Isabelle "Izzy" Alexander discuss a variety of hot topics with experts and friends from around the world.
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Season 3 Episode 5 - Mother Earth - Special Guest Aki Kaltenbach
Today we celebrate Earth Day with a brand that’s truly found a way to make a difference. Beyond her packing, her actual product is a game changer in saving our oceans. Special guest Aki Kaltenbach owner and founder of Save Da Sea joins us to talk about her vegan smoked salmon. You read that…
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Season 3 Episode 4 - Stop Asian Hate - Special Guest Justin Jung
In the aftermath of the terrorist attack that took place against the Asian community this week in Atlanta, GA we unpack and unload what it’s like living in the world today, we discuss how companies are using the ever-changing hashtags and Hollywood's long-standing history of perpetuating racial...
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Season 3 Episode 3 - The Royal Interview
Like most of the world we were glued to our TVs watching Meghan and Harry's Interview with Oprah. In this episode we share our thoughts on the interview with the Queen Of Talk! To finish off the episode we share our Netflix pick of the week. You don't want to miss this one!
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Season 3 Episode 2 - Happy Martin Luther King Jr Day!
January 18th marks Martin Luther King Jr’s birthday. It is now known as the MLK Day of Service; a day said to inspire thousands of Americans to come together to serve their community. Dr. King recognized the power of service and this holiday of observance is a remarkable way to start each year…
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Season 3 Episode 1 - What happened 2021? Special Guest Mark Gronzalski
8 days in 2021 and we already have so much to share! Tune in as we break down the first few days that have unraveled faster than a cat with yarn. We discuss starting the year anew and what we each are doing to sustain happiness, share our long list of Netflix picks of the week as we took the...
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Season 2 Episode 10 - Bye 2020...Hi 2021 We Ready!
For our final MUMGRY Podcast episode of 2020 we try our best to end it on a high note! We kick off the show by revealing our friend who recently confided to us that he was a recipient of the COVID-19 Vaccine Shot; the process of how he entered into the trial in July, the phases of the blind...
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Season 2 Episode 9 - Why did women lose 60% more jobs than men in 2020?
The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted everyone, but not equally. While no one is untouched by the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, women have been disproportionately affected. The pandemic has exacerbated existing inequities; we discuss the Unmasking Gender Inequity with the BCWHF’s subject experts...
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Season 2 Episode 8 - Politics and Halloween with Friend of the Show Mark Gronzalski
What are your plans after the election? We discuss the potential aftermath of the election, debate the best Halloween Candy, share our favorite Halloween film and talk about our struggles when it comes to watching Netflix with our spouses. Don't be discouraged by the word Politics we keep it…
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Back to School - Interview with HS Teacher Sarah Keel
Back to school back to reality 🎶 Like many of you we haven't stopped thinking about what school will be like for kids this year. We've lost sleep over it, we've watched youtube videos with all sorts of conspiracy theories, we've chatted with friends and teachers about education options…
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Mumgry SZN 2 Ep 6 - Interview with Griffin Matthews
"The show must NOT go on!" In the aftermath of the Amy Cooper Central Park incident - Actor, Activist, Philanthropist, Husband and Father, Griffin Matthews released a nearly 8 minute video titled, "Dear Amy Cooper: Broadway is Racist". Filmed inside his home, Matthews shares his experiences…
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Open Letter to Queen Bey & Zerina Akers + Mark & Denise Interview
Following a surreal week, Lilian shares an open letter to Beyonce & Zerina Akers a Costume Designer, Wardrobe Curator and Founder of @Black.Owned.Everything Izzy and Lilian are then joined by Iowa based couple Mark Gronsalzki and Dr Denise Martinez. Mark works in corporate for one of the largest...
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Mumgry SZN 2 Ep 4 - Dr MJ Rwigema Drops Knowledge On Us
On this very important, eye opening and informative episode Dr. MJ Rwigema (aka Lilian's cousin) joins us for a very relevant and essential conversation about racism against black people. If you are living on this earth you DO NOT WANT TO MISS THIS EPISODE! This episode is FREE HIGH EDUCATION…
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Mumgry SZN 2 Ep 3 - Some Good News + Special Guest Shane Eli
LA based music producer Shane Eli joins us for an in depth conversation about current events, BLM movement, company responses, conversations with our non-black friends this week and much more! You might want to grab a jar of MUMGRY for this one because we leave nothing off the table. Warning:...
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MUMGRY SZN 2 Episode 2 - Black Lives Matter
On this episode we discuss our experiences as black women in Vancouver and mothers raising black children. We share how we plan to prepare our children for this world and touch on the importance of parents discussing race relations regardless of the race of their child. We give honest answers to...
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Mumgry Podcast SZN 2 - Episode 1
It feels like we are getting through this pandemic one snack at a time. How are you holding up? How are your kids doing? What are your plans post-pandemic? Are you still going to work? Will you have a new hairstyle and outlook on life when this is past us? Are you embracing your natural…
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Mumgry Ep26 - How Do You Want to Look Walking Into 2020? - Nov 5, 2019
How Do You Want to Look Walking Into 2020? Would you like to be rocking a new hairdo? How about a new makeup or skincare routine? What about your eating habits - are you happy with them? Do you like what's in your closet or do you need a new style to match a new attitude? On this super fun…
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Mumgry Ep25 - Is My Babies Diet Anyone's Business? - Oct 28, 2019
Have you ever had someone weight in on your child's diet? Or perhaps you've weighted in one someone else's kids diet and never thought twice about it. We discuss whether it's right or wrong and make it personal. You don't want to miss this episode. To top it off we chat about the hottest topic on...
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Mumgry Ep24 - How To Not Go Broke Over the Holidays & Interview w/ Big Sleeps - Oct 22, 2019
On this episode we are joined by actor, writer, producer and host of Hollywood North Radio, William ‘Big Sleeps’ Stewart. You’ve seen him in the Seth Rogen produced Netflix movie, “Game Over, Man” where he plays bad guy Rodge. He’s also in an upcoming Netflix show called Torn that tackles racism...
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Mumgry Ep23 - Going Out in Your 30s - Oct 15, 2019
Do Mom's get R&R and proper recovery time when they're feeling under the weather? Do they get soup delivered to their bedside and a chance to catch up on some reading while tending to a common cold? We answer these questions with no filter before discussing what it's like to go out in your 30s....
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Mumgry Ep22 Mumgry Pop Up Recap & Falling Into Basic Szn - Oct 8, 2019
The Mumgry Pop Up Shop/Launch took place on Saturday, Oct 5th and we thank each and every person that attended and/or spread the word about Mumgry! Mumgry Smooth Peanut Butter and Mumgry Chocolate Peanut Butter are available NOW @thegardenstrathcona go get your jar today! We kick off this cozy…
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Mumgry Ep21 - Canadian vs US Thanksgiving & More - Oct 1, 2019
Canadian Thanksgiving is around the corner and so is the Mumgry Pop Up event! We give you tips for keeping off the Thanksgiving bulge, debate our essential dishes and share a few recipes that include Mumgry Smooth Peanut Butter. We also let you know whats popping on the gram #willsmith...
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Mumgry Ep20 - Vacationing While Moming - Sep 24, 2019
You plan a family vacation...book a vacation...pack all the bags...and then the vacation begins. You know everything and therefore you do everything. Do Mom's get a vacation while vacationing or are we all in need of a Nanny or Grandparents to have a good time. Tune in to hear our FOMO moments on...
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Mumgry Ep19 - Raising 2 Under 2 & Cuffin Szn - Sept 20, 2019
Izzy is back from her vacation to Mexico. Lilian's brother and his wife are raising 2 boys under 2. On this special episode recorded in Edmonton we are joined by Lilian's family to talk discuss what it's truly like raising 2 under 2, cuffin szn (listen to the episode for the definition), debate…
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Mumgry Ep18 - Date Night Vancouver & LA - Sep 10, 2019
"What should we do for date night?" Whether you are in a relationship or going on a first date, figuring out what to do can be annoying at times. Not to worry, we've got more than a few ideas to keep your calendar full. On this episode Lilian runs down a list of date night ideas and feeds you…
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Mumgry Ep17 - Life as a Mom & Entrepreneur Interview w/ Sonia Chhinji - Sep 3, 2019
We chat with Sonia Chhinji the co-founder of Woodlot about life as a Mom and Entrepreneur. Woodlot is a health, beauty, and wellness company that handcrafts home and body basics infused with pure ingredients, timeless tradition, and cherished ritual. In addition to sharing her experiences, Sonia...
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Mumgry Ep16 - Back To School - Aug 27, 2019
When we were kids September felt like January - going back to school was the beginning of our year. We wore our best outfits and if we were lucky we made new friends but, what's it like today? What do kids, particularly little kids look forward to? What are they learning? We interview Izzy's four...
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Mumgry Ep15 - Biracial Parenting w/ Special Guest Paloma Cotton - Aug 20, 2019
For this very important topic, we chatted with Denver based Lifestyle Blogger, Wife and Mompreneur Paloma Cotton. As a mother to a hispanic and black baby girl, Paloma shares her experiences and plans for introducing both cultures to her daughter. Later in the program we discuss the Jay-Z NFL...
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Mumgry Ep14 - Finding Zen During Hectic Times - Aug 13, 2019
What do you do when sh*t hits the fan or when you're so busy that you can't think anymore? We share a few ways we like to find our zen and we would love to hear from you! How do you unwind or relax during stressful times? Back to School is around the corner so we could all use a few tips on…
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Mumgry Ep13 PT2 Wedding Szn & Marriage - Aug 6, 2019
Part 2! We are smack dab in the middle of #weddingszn Do you smell love in the air or nah? Also does society still believe that first comes love, then comes marriage, then comes the baby in the baby carriage? We discuss all things wedding and marriage related in our special 2 part episode. Tune…
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Mumgry Ep13 - Wedding Szn & Marriage - July 30, 2019
We are smack dab in the middle of #weddingszn Do you smell love in the air or nah? Also does society still believe that first comes love, then comes marriage, then comes the baby in the baby carriage? We discuss all things wedding and marriage related in our special 2 part episode. Plus we let…
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Mumgry Ep12 - Making Parent Friends - July 23, 2019
Making parent friends...is it easy? Is it necessary? Where do you find friendly parents? We break it all down plus we go down a few fun rabbit holes and discuss our lives as kids and the relationships our parents had with other parents. Plus we discuss the Lion King! Did you know Jay-Z is…
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Mumgry Ep11 - Summer Traditions - July 16, 2019
What's your summer tradition? On today's mini episode Lilian shares some of her most memorable summer traditions. Plus what's popping on the gram and Netflix.
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Mumgry Ep10 - Izzy Had a Baby & the Earth Shook - July 9, 2019
Leading up to our big 10th episode our very own Izzy delivered a beautiful baby girl and days later the earth shook! (We can't make this stuff up) Izzy shares baby Baylee's birth story and what she was doing in LA when the two earthquakes happened. Plus we give you our Netflix pick of the week…
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Mumgry Ep9 - Interview with a Zaddy - George M - June 25, 2019
Do men have a ticking biological clock like women? If so, when does it start ticking??? We have answers and we put our friend George in the hot seat and asked questions about his biological clock. Plus we share what's poppin' on the gram and give you the goods on Netflix with our…
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Mumgry Ep8 - Interview with a Zaddy - Troy Jackson - June 18, 2019
Troy Jackson wears many hats! How many? You’ll need both hands to count. In addition to being beautiful, black, gay and Nova Scotian, Troy is an amazing Toronto based performer, writer, activist and President at Masjid el-Tawhid Unity Mosque - a gender equal, queer-affirming place of healing.…
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Mumgry Ep7 - Interview With A Zaddy - June 11, 2019
We interview a real life Zaddy and get the scoop on what it's like to become a father for the first time. Plus we get a Zaddy Netflix Pick of the Week and discuss what's poppin on the gram! #ZaddyMonth
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Mumgry Ep6 - Breaking News on Zaddy - June 4, 2019
Father's day is this month and we have some breaking news on the word "Zaddy"! What is a Zaddy? Who is worthy of the Zaddy title? Listen to find out! Plus we chat about donuts for a record amount of time and give you an update on the latest recall and share what's popping on the gram and Netflix....
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Mumgry Ep5 - Postpartum - May 28, 2019
Did you know that May is Mental Health Awareness month? We raise questions about postpartum depression, share astonishing facts and connect with Izzy's longtime bestie Keona Morrison, an incredible mama of two and wife who opens up about her own experience with postpartum depression. Plus we let...
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Mumgry Ep4 - Non Parent Friends Continued Pt 2:2
Enjoy part 2 of our conversation with Sarah Husain about friendship between non parents and parents. Plus find out what's popping on the gram and find a spot on your couch for our Mumgry Netflix pick of the week!
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Mumgry Ep4 - Non Parent Friends Continued Pt 1:2
After listening to our last episode on “Non Parent Friends” our brilliant and beautiful friend and President of FACE BC, Sarah Husain wrote us an email/thesis in response. Her thoughts were so honest and raw that we asked her to be on the show! Sarah opens up and tells us what our “non-parent...
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Mumgry Ep3 - Non Parent Friends - May 14, 2019
What about your friends? *TLC voice Did you lose your friends after becoming a parent? Do you still hang out with your nonparent besties? How do you maintain your friendships after becoming a parent? We answer all these questions plus we let you know whats sizzling on the gram and feed you our...
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Join MUMGRY Founder Lilian Umurungi-Jung and her best friend, Atlanta based Fitness Instructor & Personal Trainer Isabelle "Izzy" Alexander, as they discuss current events, personal tales and socio political discourse wrapped up in humour. With guest experts, they deep dive into truthful conversations and give you the top shows to watch!
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