Because We Said So... The Podcast for Moms Who Do It All
Episodes
Becoming the Grown-Up: Parenting, Panic, and Finding Peace in the Chaos
12 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, the hosts get real about what it looks like to grow up, raise kids, and still try to have a life. They swap stories about New York ni...
Turkey, Tantrums & Two-Lane Roads: Surviving Thanksgiving with Kids
04 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Anissa & Jess channel full debrief on Thanksgiving like it’s a post-game press conference. We’re talking: traveling with smal...
Hot Mess, Warm Hearts: Relationships, Red Lights & Raising Tiny Dictators
13 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jess and Anissa are back in the chaos closet, pretending podcasting is self-care while their kids bang on the door. In this episode, they spill on rel...
Hormones, Halloween, and Honesty!
23 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jess and Anissa are back with all the chaos, laughs, and real talk you didn’t know you needed. From health wins and hormonal adventures to family vi...
To Nap or Not to Nap, To Sauna Hot or Plunge Cold ...That Is the Question
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Parenting, partnerships, and panic naps...oh my! In this episode, Jess and Anissa spill on the chaos of daily life, from the highs of health kicks and...
The show must go on!
09 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jess and Anissa are back and spilling it all — from celebrity gossip to PTA drama, dating disasters, and leftover lasagna. They dive into the chaos ...
HAPPY BIRTHDAY ANISSA!!! Can you hear me now?!
25 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Birthday vibes, sweaty workouts, and airport chaos—oh my! Jess and Anissa are celebrating Anissa’s birthday the only way they know how: with laugh...
Botox, Bachelorettes & Bedtime Battles
11 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jess and Anissa are back, spilling tea on everything from reality TV drama to leaky ceilings and late-night struggles. Between navigating motherhood, ...
Gym, Tan and Hair Color! LET'S GOOOOOO
04 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jess and Anissa are back, chatting all things from botched hair color and nail salon drama to the chaos of parenting, relationships, and trying to be ...
Stay Delulu, Stay Hot!
28 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jess and Anissa are out here chatting about food, fitness, fashion meltdowns and where do we get back all the time?!? It’s giving health, chaos, and...
Hot Takes In Yoga Pants
21 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Because We Said So, Jess and Anissa get real about body image, fashion, relationships, and the chaos of starting something new. Wit...
Mom Life: Unfiltered, Unhinged, Unapologetic
14 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jess and Anissa are spiraling in the best way about kindergarten drop-offs, women’s health (because our bodies love to keep things interesting), and...
🎙️Dropping Balls Everywhere
31 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jess and Anissa are running full speed through the chaos of parenting, business, and real life with no timeouts in sight. From managing family dynamic...
🎙️: “Florida, Feelings & Figuring It Out”
24 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jess just moved to Florida and everything is... a lot. In this week’s episode of Because We Said So, Jess and Anissa reunite post-hiatus to unpack m...
Help Me, I’m an Adult!
26 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Jess and Anissa get real about the absolute rollercoaster that is adulting—because let’s be honest, no one handed us a manual. Between ...
Emotionally Unpacked & Under-Caffeinated
19 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jess and Anissa spill all the tea on dating, craving personal space, and navigating the emotional rollercoaster that comes with big l...
Pop Your Cherries and Pack Your Bags!!
12 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this week’s episode, Jess and Anissa are in full catch-up mode...talking about moving chaos, messy work moments, summer dreams, and all the real ...
Happy Podcastaversary!!!! You Changed my life!!
05 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
One year in, and we are just getting started. 💥 Join Anissa and Jess as they celebrate a major milestone and unpack the real stuff—emotions, life...
Closets, Boundaries, and Mormon Wives
22 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jess and Anissa take you on a wild ride from closet clean-outs to closet drama on the secret lives of reality TV. They talk sweaters, plastic surgery,...
Mother's Day Mayhem: A Celebration of Chaos
15 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on Because We Said So—we're talking chaos, commitments, and the beautiful insanity of Mother’s Day. Jess and Anissa break down what ...
Because We Said So - Lets Goooooooooooooooo
08 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Anissa and Jess dive headfirst into the chaos — from travel curveballs and podcast tech drama to parenting pressure, affirmations that ac...
Work Hard, Mom Harder
24 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jess and Anissa are back, swapping hilarious, real-life stories about parenting chaos, awkward family moments, and the wild ride of trying to balance ...
It's the little things - Tap in and Recharge!
17 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jess and Anissa are spiraling (in a good way). They’re talking moving stress, making friends as adults (spoiler: it’s weird), self-care that’s n...
Nails, Nicknames & Nutritional Trauma
10 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jess and Anissa go all in, unpacking family drama, wellness routines, life disasters, and the wild ride of growing into the best vers...
New York, new chapters!!!
03 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Because We Said So, Anissa and Jess are back after a little break and are spilling all the juicy details. They’re talking about ...
Life’s a Hot Mess—And We’re Just Trying to Keep Up!
27 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jess and Anissa are diving headfirst into the beautiful chaos of life—from parenting struggles and dating misadventures to the hilarious realities o...
Houses, Health, and Hot Mess Parenting: A Totally Serious Podcast (Not Really)
20 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jess and Anissa dive into real estate, health, and parenting with their signature mix of strategy and laughs. Jess is deep in the house-hunting game, ...
For Sale: My Sanity – Parenting, Real Estate & Other Circus Acts
13 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Parenting, real estate, relationships, and self(ish)-care—Jess and Anissa cover it all. From selling homes to surviving tantrums, they share the hig...
Adulting is Hard, But at Least We Have Kate Hudson
06 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Birthdays, beauty, and pop culture—oh my! In this episode, Jess and Anissa dive into everything from aging (gracefully… or not), the chaos of adul...
Clutter, Closings and Palm Trees!
27 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This just in!! Anissa is on a decluttering spree, Jess is trying to sell her house without losing her mind, and somehow, pets and family drama make it...
Chaos, Bed, Kids & Reality TV: A Survival Guide
20 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alright, everyone—buckle up, because Jess and Anissa are bringing the energy, the real talk, and the ultimate deep dive into parenting, reality TV, ...
Mom Life, Health Trends, Sports & Other Things We’re Pretending to Have Figured Out
13 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jess and Anissa are diving deep into the wild world of parenting, health fads, and the ridiculous ways celebrity culture messes with our minds. From d...
From Hoof Trimming to Vending Machines: A Very Normal Chat
06 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Okay, so this episode is literally a rollercoaster, and I’m obsessed. Jess and Anissa somehow go from struggling with tech issues (relatable) to dis...
LAX to the Korean Spa!? Travel, Sickness, Shots, Nostalgia and Everything in Between! We got this!
30 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jess and Anissa are keeping it real—from Lunar New Year celebrations to health struggles, family chaos, and the wild ride of self-care. They’re ta...
From Closed Doors to Fresh Starts: Navigating Life, Relationships, and Resilience"
16 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Because We Said So, Jess and Anissa dive into a heartfelt and hilariously real convo about life’s curveballs and how they’re le...
"Boundaries, Breakdowns, and Bravo: Keeping It Real in Life and Relationships"
09 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this spicy episode of Because We Said So, Jess and Anissa dive deep into the chaotic cocktail of life—relationships, parenting, and reality TV, o...
HAPPY NEW YEAR! From Chaos to Gratitude: Finding Joy and Self-Care During the Holidays.
01 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Happy New Year!! Jess and Anissa are back, bringing all the laughs and real talk about surviving the holidays. From the chaos of traveling with kids ...
Holiday Hustle, Family Feels, and Sleep-Deprived Real Talk - We've got this!
05 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jess and Anissa are here to bring the laughs and real talk as they dive into the holiday madness. They’re spilling the goods on family traditions, t...
HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!! NO Potty For You!
28 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Because We Said So, Jess and Anissa are back to discuss the wild ride that is parenting. They tackle the sleep-deprived madness of ...
"Mom Life Unfiltered: Affirmations, Supermarket Trauma, Panties, and Holiday Prep"
21 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jess and Anissa are serving up laughs and life lessons in this episode as they unpack everything from the power of affirmations to the eternal struggl...
Every day is a crisis for women and also things are fucking great.
14 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jess and Anissa delve into the complexities of family dynamics or drammmaaa, particularly focusing on boundaries and emotional manipu...
The Power of Support - Parenting, Compliments, Relationships, Gym time and Therapy - LETS GOOOOOOOOOO
07 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jess and Anissa dive into the absolute rollercoaster of parenting—think school breaks, parent-teacher conferences, and somehow kee...
Mom Friends, Boundaries & Pandemic Parenting: Navigating Social Dynamics in Motherhood
31 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jess and Anissa dive into the wild world of mom friendships (yes, it's a thing!) and how the pandemic threw even more twists into t...
Cozy Chats, Family Dynamics & Vibes: Keeping It Real
24 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Okay, besties, in this episode of Because We Said So, Jess and Anissa are serving up some seriously cozy vibes and spilling the tea on all things lif...
"Parenting, Pumpkins, and Perfect Skin: Indigenous Day Madness!"
17 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Because We Said So, Jess and Anissa are celebrating Indigenous Day while diving into parenting, family fun, and trying to be domest...
"Disneyland was the hardest thing I've done since giving birth."
10 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jess and Anissa are back, and Anissa’s giving us the full scoop on her wild family trip to Orlando. Think chaos with little kids, ...
NYC and New Beginnings!
03 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Because We Said So, Anissa and Jess are back after a little break and are spilling all the juicy details. They’re talking about ...
Can you hear me now?!
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Anissa and Jess are spilling the tea on all things chaotic and hilarious, from tech nightmares (why does figuring out a cell phone plan feel like a ba...
Dream vacation with stocked fridges, lucid dreams, childhood tennis memories and our moms.
29 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Summary So, Jess and Anissa finally reconnect after a week of living their separate lives, and let me tell you, it’s like they never skipped a be...
Equal parts joys and chaos will get you balance in 40 years
22 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to the podcast, where we're diving headfirst into the wild, messy, and oh-so-rewarding world of parenting. If you've ever found ...
Something about trusting your instincts, vegetarianism, and generational communication
15 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jess and Anissa dive into the ups and downs of parenting and everyday life with their signature humor and honesty. They open up about...
Speaking up at work + home, skincare, stress, and what people call a bacon egg and cheese on the west coast
08 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Summary Hey besties! In this episode, Jess and Anissa rant on all the things—like how to keep our hair looking fab, dealing with that never-ending w...
That elusive balance of self-care, potty training & whining
01 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this hilarious and relatable convo, Anissa and Jess spill the tea on their latest fashion experiments, the struggle of decluttering, and the chaos ...
Birthday Traditions, Giggly Squad Salute, Remembering You're Hot, and Tossing Out Your Mumus
25 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Summary Join Jessica and Anissa as they navigate the wild terrain of parenting, pet forgetfulness, and the elusive quest for kid-friendly venues. Dive...
Silly internal monologues, TikTok dad influencers, deep cleaning, authenticity
18 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to our podcast, where Jess and Anissa dive into everything from hair care to parenting, and finding that elusive work-life balance. Tune in as...
The insane pressure to be supermom is dead to me
11 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jess and Anissa spill the tea on their lives as working moms and the juggling act that comes with balancing work and family. They dish on how crucial...
Tangents on podcasts, jokes, deals, body issues, real estate, aspirations, and our parents.
27 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, Anissa and Jess discuss various topics, including their love for podcasts, jokes, dealing with deals, body issues, real estate,...
Hot takes on parenting with dogs, Ozempic, Amazon picks, handymen, and Owning Manhattan
20 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jess and Anissa discuss various topics including technical difficulties, their fashion choices, the challenges of parenting, owning dogs, taking the d...
In the pursuit of self-care, travel, friendships, quality of life, happiness
13 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Laugh with us through the challenges and experiences of motherhood, particularly in relation to finding time for oneself and managing the demands of p...