Parenting is a Joke

From the Algonquin Table to the Dinner Table with Cat Greenleaf

06 Feb 2025

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In this snack-sized episode of Parenting is a Joke, host Ophira Eisenberg reconnects with the talented Cat Greenleaf, former host of Talk Stoop and cr...

Cat Greenleaf Moves from Talk Stoop to Sober Talk

04 Feb 2025

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In this episode of Parenting is a Joke, host Ophira Eisenberg welcomes the brilliant Cat Greenleaf. Cat is celebrated for her iconic celebrity intervi...

Bright Lights, Big City Teens with Mike Pesca

30 Jan 2025

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In this episode of A Parenting is a Joke Snack, host Ophira Eisenberg talks with Mike Pesca, a seasoned journalist, author, and host of The Gist, for ...

Arthur Meyer and Stephanie Drake Mock the ABC’s of Parenting

28 Jan 2025

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In this episode, Ophira Eisenberg is joined by Arthur Meyer and Stephanie Drake, the creative forces behind the satirical web series "ABC Parenting." ...

Surviving Trails and Tantrums with Sally Brooks

23 Jan 2025

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This week on Parenting Is a Joke, Ophira Eisenberg chats with the ever-hilarious Sally Brooks, comedian and author of Going to Maine: All the Ways to ...

Sally Brooks Conquers The Appalachian and Parenthood

21 Jan 2025

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This week on Parenting Is a Joke, Ophira Eisenberg sits down with comedian and author Sally Brooks to talk about her hilarious memoir, Going to Maine:...

Too Much Stuff, Too Little Support with Biz Lawerence

16 Jan 2025

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In this follow-up snack episode, Biz Ellis, co-host of One Bad Mother, joins Ophira Eisenberg for another hilarious and honest conversation about the ...

Biz Lawerence is Emotionally Forward with Her Kids

14 Jan 2025

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This week on Parenting Is a Joke, Ophira Eisenberg welcomes podcast pioneer Biz Ellis from the wildly popular One Bad Mother show! Biz shares her stra...

Breaking Down Skibidi Toilets with Wendy & Lizzie Molyneaux

09 Jan 2025

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In this snack-sized episode, Ophira Eisenberg sits down with comedy writers Wendy and Lizzie Molyneux, the creative forces behind Bob’s Burgers and ...

Wendy & Lizzie Molyneux Flip Bob’s Burgers and Trad Gender Roles

07 Jan 2025

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This week, host Ophira Eisenberg is joined by Wendy and Lizzie Molyneux, the brilliant sister duo behind Bob’s Burgers and The Great North. The pair...

Astrologer Ophira Edut Gives Cosmic Guidance for 2025

02 Jan 2025

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Ophira Eisenberg kicks off the new year with returning guest Ophira Edut, one-half of the AstroTwins and a seasoned astrologer. Together, they reveal ...

Jen Brister Tackles Twin Tantrums, One Shoe at a Time

31 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Parenting and comedy collide in this hilarious and heartfelt episode featuring UK comic Jen Brister. Known for her hit specials Waves and The Optimist...

Holiday Horror Stories: From Puke to Pink Eye and Beyond

26 Dec 2024

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In this special holiday snack-sized episode of Parenting is a Joke, Ophira Eisenberg shares listener-submitted stories of holiday mishaps and parentin...

Margaret and Amy Laugh In The Face of Parenting

24 Dec 2024

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On this week’s episode of Parenting is a Joke, host Ophira Eisenberg revisits a festive favorite featuring Margaret Ables and Amy Wilson, the comedi...

I Pushed the Elf Off of The Shelf: Listener Holiday Advice

19 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this lively, holiday-themed snack-sized episode of Parenting is a Joke, host Ophira Eisenberg welcomes comedian and holiday advice-gatherer Emily W...

Mike Pesca Is Raising A Few Good Men

17 Dec 2024

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In this episode of Parenting as a Joke, Ophira Eisenberg welcomes Mike Pesca: journalist, host of podcasts The Gist and Funny You Should Mention, and...

Hallmark Movies & Holiday Chaos with Megan Gailey

12 Dec 2024

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We’re back with a Parenting's a Joke festive, snack-sized bonus episode with comedian Megan Gailey! Megan, host of the Sports Bitches podcast, share...

Megan Gailey Scores a Parenting Hat Trick

10 Dec 2024

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In this episode of Parenting is a Joke, Ophira Eisenberg sits down with comedian Megan Gailey to explore the realities of parenting in the male-domina...

Trashing Bluey with Ryan Britt

05 Dec 2024

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Parenting's a Joke brings you an entertaining snack-sized bonus episode featuring Ryan Britt! Ryan, a writer and editor specializing in parenting medi...

Ryan Britt Geeks Out About Parenting

03 Dec 2024

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In this episode, Ophira Eisenberg sits down with author, cultural critic, and father Ryan Britt for a fascinating conversation that blends geek cultur...

Winner Winner Turkey Dinner with Emily Winter

28 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this holiday episode, we're serving up a fun, festive mix of Thanksgiving humor, life hacks, and wild stories with comedian and writer Emily Winter...

Joe List and Sarah Tollemache Are Having a Baby

26 Nov 2024

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Host Ophira Eisenberg revisits one of her favorite interviews with two incredible comedians Joe List and Sarah Tollemache to talk about their marriage...

Drying Golfballs with New Mom Sarah Tollemache

21 Nov 2024

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In this bite-sized podcast episode, Ophira Eisenberg and comedian Sarah Tollemache take a hilarious trip down memory lane, reminiscing about holiday s...

Sarah Tollemache Plays the Newly Born Game

19 Nov 2024

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In this episode of Parenting is a Joke, host Ophira Eisenberg sits down with the hilariously candid comedian Sarah Tollemache, fresh off the release o...

Electric Company with Parent-to-Be Ashley Austin Morris

14 Nov 2024

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In this Parenting is a Joke snack, Ophira continues her chat with the talented comedian and actress Ashley Austin Morris, who's about to make the leap...

Ashley Austin Morris is Pregnant and Refuses to Wear Pants

12 Nov 2024

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In this candid episode of Parenting is a Joke, comedian and actress Ashley Austin Morris opens up about her experience navigating pregnancy, body chan...

Remember You Were There with Pete Dominick

07 Nov 2024

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Join host Ophira Eisenberg and comedian Pete Dominick in this bonus snack episode, where they talk about how to help your kids navigate the sea of inf...

Peter Dominick is one Fearless Parent

05 Nov 2024

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It’s Election Day! Join Ophira Eisenberg as she welcomes back comedian and podcaster Pete Dominick for a candid and engaging conversation about the ...

Glitter, Crushes, and Costumes Gone Wrong with Ophira Eisenberg

31 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Happy Halloween, listeners! In this special Halloween Candy Snack, host Ophira Eisenberg shares heartwarming and hilarious reflections on childhood Ha...

Ophira Edut is a Stellar Astro-Mom

29 Oct 2024

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Ever wondered what happens when two Ophiras get together for an enlightening and cosmic chat? In this episode, host Ophira Eisenberg sits down with th...

Playing to Kids and Comedy Crowds with Rich Aronovitch

24 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this Parenting is a Joke snack, you get to feel like a fellow comic, hanging out post-show at the bar with comedians Rich Aronovitch and Ophira Eis...

Rich Aronovitch and the Career-Kids Conundrum

22 Oct 2024

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In this episode of Parenting is a Joke, host Ophira Eisenberg chats with comedian and TikTok dance star Rich Aronovitch as he admits that he never pla...

Greenroom Snacks with Wendy Liebman

17 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this snack chat, Ophira Eisenberg talks to legendary comedian Wendy Liebman, master of one-liners and misdirection, who has graced the stages of ne...

Wendy Liebman is World’s Greatest Smom

15 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, the fabulous Wendy Liebman sits down with Ophira to talk about her unexpected adventure into stepparenting after falling head over he...

Up Up and Away with Ryan Beck

10 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this snack chat Ophira and Ryan discuss the emotional rollercoaster of bedtime routines—complete with reluctant tooth brushing and pajama protest...

Ryan Beck is No Cryin’ Ryan

08 Oct 2024

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Join comedian Ryan Beck and host Ophira Eisenberg as Ryan shares his unique perspective on raising a toddler with big emotions—something he can rela...

Muppets and Motherhood Mayhem with Kimmy Gatewood

03 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ophira is back with a delightful snack chat featuring the talented Kimmy Gatewood! In this episode, Kimmy opens up about her early career experiences,...

Kimmy Gatewood Gives Us a GLOW-UP!

01 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ophira is joined by the talented Kimmy Gatewood, actor and director known for her standout role in Netflix’s series G.L.O.W., which celebrates femal...

Liz Gumbinner Proves Mo' Mothers Mo' Better

13 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Back-to-school special sponsored by Educational Insights: Ophira gets real with Liz Gumbinner, the genius behind the Mom101 blog and host of the award...

Parenting and Podcasts: It Takes A Village

18 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Summer is here and we’re all scrambling to figure out our new schedule, how summer camp works and... the future! Help us shape it into something eve...

Liz Tenety Has a Handful

11 Jun 2024

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Ophira chats with Liz Tenety, journalist and founder of the website and community Motherly. Liz tells us why she might not call back the school nurse...

Emily Oster is Militant about Sleep

04 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week Ophira revisits her conversation with Economist Emily Oster who reveals her obsession with sleep and the very unique pets in her household. ...

Bonus Episode: Puzzling with AJ Jacobs

30 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this mini-episode, Ophira puts AJ Jacobs to the test with a game we're calling, The Constitution. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informati...

AJ Jacobs Gets Curious Not Furious

28 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ophira talks with the talented writer and podcast host AJ Jacobs about "living constitutionally" for his new book, which social experiments his sons e...

Bonus Episode: Rapid Fire with Rachel Feinstein

23 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this bite-sized bonus episode, Ophira asks Rachel Feinstein some rapid fire questions and finds out whether she'd rather her daughter be a comic or...

Rachel Feinstein: Big Guy

21 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ophira catches up with hilarious comedian Rachel Feinstein about her new comedy special, her husband’s alarming playground habits, and why she’s n...

Bonus Episode: Laura Prepon Has Tuna Trauma

16 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We're back with a little extra from Laura Prepon. Laura Prepon answers some rapid fire questions where she reveals her favorite dinnertime recipe and ...

Laura Prepon: Happy Mother's Day!

14 May 2024

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 On our special Mother's Day episode, Ophira chats with actress and director Laura Prepon about 6-year-old flirtation, her kids' recent set visit and...

Jeremiah Watkins: Live from the Moontower Comedy Festival

09 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

LIVE from Moontower Comedy Festival in Austin, Ophira talks with comedian Jeremiah Watkins about ups and downs of fatherhood. Learn more about your a...

Rosebud Baker & Andy Haynes: Live from the Moontower Comedy Festival

07 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

LIVE from Moontower Comedy Festival in Austin, Ophira talks with comedians and parents Rosebud Baker and Andy Haynes about their 6 month old daughter,...

Bonus Episode: Haircuts by Jake Johanssen

02 May 2024

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On this week's bonus episode Ophira chats with the hilarious Jake Johanssen about dropping his 19-year-old daughter off at college in Dublin, Ireland ...

Andy Richter: Go to Bed!

30 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ophira chats with comedian and actor Andy Richter about the perks of living with your 20-something year-old son and why under NO circumstances will he...

Kristen Schaal's Last Call For Snacks

23 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Spring is hopping and this week marks the last of our team's school vacations so we are bringing back a favorite interview while we catch up. Ophira c...

Bonus Episode: Kinder Raving in Berlin

18 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week we have a special bonus conversation with Matthew Buccelli, author of the newsletter ParentSounds. Ophira chats with Matthew about parental ...

Captain Planet with CNN's Bill Weir

16 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ophira talks to CNN's climate correspondent Bill Weir about how to talk to our kids about the state of our planet, how there's hope for us and his new...

Tig Notaro: Well Hello Again

09 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Happy Spring Break, which is a different week of no school for every parent on our team! So...we're bringing a favorite episode with the wry and hilar...

Bonus Episode: Real or Fake Kids' TV Show

06 Apr 2024

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Ophira plays the game, "Real of Fake Kids' TV Shows" with Daily Show Correspondent, Jordan Klepper. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informatio...

Bonus Episode: How to teach your kid to be funny?

04 Apr 2024

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The Pop Culture Moms ask Ophira for advice on how to teach their kids to be funny. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more abo...

Moms Talking Pop Culture

02 Apr 2024

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Ophira chats to Andie Mitchell and Sabrina Kohlberg about their new podcast Pop Culture Moms. They also talk about woodworking, how commuting while nu...

Bonus Episode: Rapid Fire with Matt Goldich

28 Mar 2024

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A bonus rapid fire Q & A this week with comedian Matt Goldich!  Ophira chats with Matt about what he'd do if he had a night off from performing AND p...

Giulia Rozzi: Robes Are Awesome

26 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week Ophira talks to comedian Giulia Rozzi about her kid growing up in a two-comedian-household, why she doesn't have much blowjob material in he...

Bonus Episode: Rapid Fire Q&A with Julia Scotti

21 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this bonus episode, Julia Scotti shares more about New Jersey food, which US state she wouldn't want to perform in, and the best birthday present s...

Julia Scotti: Better Late than Never

19 Mar 2024

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Ophira talks with the very funny comedian Julia Scotti about starring in Susan Sandler's documentary, "Funny That Way," being a transgender woman, and...

Bonus Episode: Game Over

14 Mar 2024

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Ophira sits down with her son Lucas to discuss his desire for a video game player.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more a...

Jen Brister: Talking Bullocks

12 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ophira chats and somehow becomes best friends with the hilarious UK comedian Jen Brister - they laugh and laugh about sexism, meager requests in green...

Bonus Episode: Go the F@#% to Sleep

07 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Our overqualified intern-dad Jeffrey Kaufman gives us the scoop on safe sleeping. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more abou...

Mike Feeney: IOU a Baby

05 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

 Ophira chats with comedian Mike Feeney and IVF and grape cough syrup. Trigger warning: Mike makes reductionist statements about pink eye. To sponsor...

Bonus Episode: Pawsome!

29 Feb 2024

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Ophira answers a burning question from parents everywhere: How does Ryder from Paw Patrol fund his operation? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy ...

Caitlin Murray: Big Time Adult

27 Feb 2024

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Ophira talks with Caitlin Murray of Big Time Adulting about the full range of parenting challenges - from childhood leukemia and tragic accidents to b...

Zarna Garg: A Family Affair

20 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Happy February Vacation to those who celebrate it and/or dread it. We're bringing back a favorite episode with hilarious comedian Zarna Garg, and it i...

Adam Cayton Holland: Now You’re Wallpaper

13 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Happy Valentine's Week! You'll love this episode with Ophira and the very funny comedian Adam Cayton Holland. They chat about OCD, how parents become ...

Shaun Majumder's Ecstasy Revelation

06 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ophira chats with fellow Canadian and comedian Shaun Majumder about moving from Newfoundland to LA, and how a drug-fueled night in Costa Rica made him...

Seth Herzog Needs A Babysitter Tomorrow Night!

30 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ophira talks to comedian Seth Herzog about his twin 4-year-old daughters, dancing onstage, and the logistical roller coaster of parents who both work ...

Liz Glazer: A Very Particular Experience

23 Jan 2024

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Ophira talks with comedian Liz Glazer about her 6-month-old, being married to a rabbi, and how funny things still happen in our darkest moments. To s...

Tom Papa Makes Bread

16 Jan 2024

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Ophira chats with the very funny comedian Tom Papa about his newfound empty nest, how he liked sourdough bread making before it was trendy, and why hi...

Sara Dean: Mother Superior

09 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We're back with a NEW episode for a NEW year! Ophira chats with Sara Dean, host of The Shameless Mom Academy, about being the daughter of a nun and ho...

Pete Dominick is Making Plans

02 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Happy New Year! We’re serving up a favorite episode with comedian Pete Dominick, and a BONUS CHAT with Pete as he reflects on the past year. We wish...

For Kids By Kids

26 Dec 2023

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Our first kid-friendly episode is a holiday present to you, dear parent-listeners. Ophira talks to the kids, finds out what they want to hear, and we ...

Gina Brillon: Wants a Nap

19 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ophira talks to comedian Gina Brillon about Christmas, loving gift cards, and the hardest thing: being patient with your kid. Plus a special holiday...

Desi Lydic: Killer Dads

12 Dec 2023

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Ophira talks to the very funny actress Desi Lydic about Fox News, her son's basketball gear obsession, and how she considers herself an awesome dad. S...

Emily Oster: Snail Sex

05 Dec 2023

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Ophira welcomes back parenting data expert Dr. Emily Oster and they talk about her kids' pet snails, how sleep should reign supreme, and why we must e...

Jordan Carlos: Scabs are good

28 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ophira chats with the very funny writer/actor/comedian Jordan Carlos about his fear of kids with clean knees, what children's books should be banned, ...

Rachel Bloom: Gobble Gobble

21 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Happy Thanksgiving week! We’re dishing out a favorite episode with comedian and actress Rachel Bloom, and it includes a BONUS CHAT with Rachel as sh...

Jon Glaser: Loves His Dog

14 Nov 2023

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Ophira chats with actor, writer, comedian Jon Glaser about toy guns, the adoption process, and his new comedy album for dogs. See omnystudio.com/liste...

Kara Klenk: Trick Baby

07 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ophira talks with comedian, actress, and podcast host Kara Klenk about Law and Order, how her first baby tricked her into a second, and her theory o...

Rachel Dratch: Woo Woo

31 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On our Halloween episode, Ophira gets a tarot reading! And she chats with comedy legend Rachel Dratch about her new podcast Woo Woo, and what she woul...

Laura Benanti: A Soft Place to Land

24 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ophira talks with actress and Broadway icon Laura Benanti about her daughter's fear of witches, why she has a crystal wand, and how a cruise ship is t...

Emily Flake & Julia Wertz: Double Issue

17 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ophira talks to two famous cartoonists Emily Flake and Julia Wertz about manners, and what age you can let your kids loose in the streets, and the uns...

Alyce Chan: Weird is Good

10 Oct 2023

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Ophira chats with comedian Alyce Chan about giving her kids money, bringing babies to comedy shows, and why she hopes kids embrace weirdness. See omny...

Michelle Buteau: Gum at Bedtime

03 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ophira talks with comedian and actress Michelle Buteau about her long path to motherhood, trips to the beach with twin 4 year-olds, and her daughter’...

Amy Wilson & Margaret Ables: We All Find Our Way

26 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Amy Wilson and Margaret Ables of the hit podcast "What Fresh Hell: Laughing in the Face of Motherhood" chat with Ophira about the biological imperativ...

David Cross & Amber Tamblyn: Parenting is Like An Acid Trip

19 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ophira kicks off Season 2 with funny people and parents David Cross and Amber Tamblyn. They reveal their six-year-old daughter's favorite parent and w...

Season Two Trailer

12 Sep 2023

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Does having a kid ruin your life? Some days, yes, but most days, yes. Listen to Season 2 of Parenting is a Joke with comedian and host Ophira Eisenber...

Joe List and Sarah Tollemache: Mom and Dad on Tour

01 Aug 2023

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It's our last episode of Season 1!!! Ophira chats with comedian couple Joe List and Sarah Tollemache about how they're preparing for their son and why...

Ted Alexandro: Grandfather Energy

25 Jul 2023

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Ophira chats with comedian Ted Alexandro about his move to the woods of Connecticut and what it's like having two toddlers when you're over 50. See om...

Zarna Garg: One in a Billion

18 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We're back with a new episode! Ophira talks with very funny comedian Zarna Garg about her new special on Amazon, how Indian yoga is boring, and why sh...

Roy Wood, Jr.

11 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Our crew is on summer vacation this week! We're probably all experiencing a mix of struggling to sunscreen our children, finding sand everywhere, aski...

Alexandra Petri: Did Her Mom Kill George Washington?

04 Jul 2023

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Satirist and columnist Alexandra Petri talks about her new historical humor book, her mother's obsession with George Washington and why she doesn't th...

Rachel Feinstein: Threats, Bribes and Thribes

27 Jun 2023

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Comedian and writer Rachel Feinstein tells Ophira that the best parenting advice comes from a Type "A" Mom at Soul Cycle, and about her firefighters h...

Neil Gaiman: Mama Grandpa

20 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The king of modern comic books Neil Gaiman sits down with Ophira and talks about having a son and a grandchild that are the same age and why he loves ...