In this episode, we kick off with a mix of political and cultural commentary, from eyebrow raising reports of federal spending on seafood and a Steinway piano for the Air Force chief of staff to a DHS promotional video that left us with more questions than answers. We also react to a Turning Point USA clip promoting conservative “Club America” high school groups and unpack rising gas prices tied to tensions with Iran.

Then we shift into pop culture chaos: Age of Attraction, the allegations involving Taylor Frankie Paul that paused Mormon Wives, and Michael B. Jordan’s Oscar win for Sinners. From there, we dive into the world of “looksmaxxing” where self-improvement tips like mewing quickly spiral into darker corners of the internet, intersecting with incel culture, the manosphere, and influencers like Andrew Tate, and increasingly bleeding into mainstream platforms and political identity.

Finally, we zoom out to the bigger picture: why so many young men feel culturally and politically out of place, how that perception is shaping voting patterns, and what it signals for the future. We close with a reminder for parents to stay engaged with what their kids are consuming, model healthy values, and teach respect and self-worth early because in a world shaped online, what happens at home matters more than ever.

We discuss: (This will be input towards the end of production) 

(0:00) Intro

(0:11) Welcome to Momarchy

(0:37) Pete Hegseth's $24M Seafood Scandal

(4:29) Erica Kirk's "Young White Male Men" Speech

(6:18) Joe Rogan on Gas Prices & the Iran War

(8:19) Age of Attraction Reality Show

(9:27) Taylor Frankie Paul & Bachelorette Drama

(12:02) Michael B. Jordan Wins Best Picture

(12:49) Main Topic: Looksmaxxing & the Manosphere

(15:00) What Is Looksmaxxing?

(15:41) What Is Mewing?

(16:10) Avilar & Bone Smashing Explained

(21:03) Andrew Tate on Women & Beauty

(25:12) Why Young Men Are Struggling

(34:16) The Manosphere as a Political Strategy

(37:59) Advice for Parents

(40:34) Outro

Learn more about:

Tanya Nathan is a political campaign and communications strategist with over a decade of experience in progressive campaigns and advocacy. Currently a Principal at a nationally-based grasstops consulting firm, she's a Denver native living with her year old daughter, husband, and their rescue pets. Her hobbies include crosswords, mezcal tasting, and trying to find people to talk to about Traitors.

Sarah Andrews is a political strategist living in rural Colorado with her husband and two young kids. When she's not managing campaigns or chasing toddlers, she's passionate about women's rights, childcare policy, and creating space for honest political conversations that don't end in shouting matches.

Website: momarchypodcast.com

YouTube: @momarchy

Substack: @momarchy

Instagram: @momarchypodcast

TikTok: @momarchypodcast

Email: momarchypodcast@gmail.com 

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In this episode, we’re joined by Sondra Goldschein, Executive Director of the Campaign for a Family Friendly Economy, for a conversation that blends personal experience with the bigger picture of caregiving policy in the U.S.

We dive into childcare costs, paid family leave, and why the U.S. still doesn’t have a guaranteed federal policy in place. In our “Make It Make Sense” spirit, we unpack how policy, economics, and everyday life collide for families trying to balance it all.

We explore the rising cost of childcare often comparable to major household expenses and the challenges behind it, from childcare deserts to workforce dynamics. Sondra also shares her own experiences with caregiving, offering a personal lens on issues many families are navigating today.

What will it take to move these conversations forward both in everyday life and at the policy level and make caregiving a bigger part of the national conversation?

New York Times Article: https://www.nytimes.com/video/us/100000010708448/vermont-affordable-childcare-act-76.html?smid=url-share

Family Friendly Economy: https://familyfriendlyeconomy.org/

(0:00) - Intro

(0:41) - Weekly life updates

(3:16) - Pop culture: Oscars & new TV shows

(6:02) - Costco offering affordable fertility treatments

(7:52) - Kristi Noem fired / New DHS pick

(10:55) - Texas Rep. Tony Gonzales scandal

(14:15) - Pardon My Reaction clips

(19:42) - Women's History Month: Dr. Rebecca Lee Crumpler

(22:58) - Guest: Sandra Goldin on the family economy crisis

(44:30) - DGAF segment: Unfiltered mom talk

Learn more about:

Tanya Nathan is a political campaign and communications strategist with over a decade of experience in progressive campaigns and advocacy. Currently a Principal at a nationally-based grasstops consulting firm, she's a Denver native living with her year old daughter, husband, and their rescue pets. Her hobbies include crosswords, mezcal tasting, and trying to find people to talk to about Traitors.

Sarah Andrews is a political strategist living in rural Colorado with her husband and two young kids. When she's not managing campaigns or chasing toddlers, she's passionate about women's rights, childcare policy, and creating space for honest political conversations that don't end in shouting matches.

Website: momarchypodcast.com

YouTube: @momarchy

Substack: @momarchy

Instagram: @momarchypodcast

TikTok: @momarchypodcast

Email: momarchypodcast@gmail.com

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The State of the Union makes big promises. We’re here to talk about what they actually mean.

In this episode of Momarchy, we react to Trump’s second State of the Union of the term and break down the themes and claims that stood out most. In our “Make It Make Sense” segment, we walk through five key takeaways from the speech, starting with the administration’s optimistic economic messaging and how it compares to what many families are experiencing right now with affordability challenges, layoffs, and tariffs.

We also discuss the speech’s focus on immigration and crime, looking at how statistics and rhetoric shape the broader political conversation. From there, we unpack proposals around prescription drug pricing and why the plan raised questions about how it would realistically move forward without clear support from Congress. The conversation also touches on the “Delilah law” and how cases like this are being used to frame the narrative around undocumented immigrants.

Another major topic is the SAVE Act, which we examine through the lens of voter access and the potential complications it could create—particularly for married women whose legal documents may not match after name changes. We also discuss escalating tensions with Iran and concerns about U.S. military planning.

To close the episode, we highlight a story for Women’s History Month: Mary Surratt, a Washington, D.C., boardinghouse owner who was convicted of participating in the conspiracy that led to the assassination of President Abraham Lincoln in 1865. She became the first woman executed by the U.S. federal government. Surratt maintained her innocence until her death, and historians continue to debate how much she actually knew about the plot.

(0:00) Intro

(1:50) Pop Culture Updates

(1:57) The Traitors Finale & Rob's Win

(4:08) Connor Bedard Hosts SNL / Women's Hockey

(6:23) Ashley Tisdale's Toxic Mom Group Article

(12:04) Iran & Pete Hegseth

(15:50) Shoutouts & Subscribe

(16:21) Make It Make Sense: State of the Union Edition

(34:18) Pardon My Politics: Reactions to the SOTU

(37:34) Women's History: Mary Surratt

(40:52) Hot or Not: Millennial Mom Edition

(45:08) Closing & Outro

Learn more about:

Tanya Nathan is a political campaign and communications strategist with over a decade of experience in progressive campaigns and advocacy. Currently a Principal at a nationally-based grasstops consulting firm, she's a Denver native living with her year old daughter, husband, and their rescue pets. Her hobbies include crosswords, mezcal tasting, and trying to find people to talk to about Traitors.

Sarah Andrews is a political strategist living in rural Colorado with her husband and two young kids. When she's not managing campaigns or chasing toddlers, she's passionate about women's rights, childcare policy, and creating space for honest political conversations that don't end in shouting matches.

Website: momarchypodcast.com

YouTube: @momarchy

Substack: @momarchy

Instagram: @momarchypodcast

TikTok: @momarchypodcast

Email: momarchypodcast@gmail.com 

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In this episode, we’re joined by Oregon Congresswoman Rep. Janelle Bynum, mom of four, small business owner, and former state legislator, for a conversation that moves beyond political theater and into real life. Janelle shares why she first ran for office in 2016 to fight for fully funded school years, and how she balances serving in Congress with running a family restaurant and raising four kids.

We talk about governing in what can feel like two different Americas, and why she believes Democrats need to drop “purity tests” and refocus on kitchen-table economics: housing, childcare, groceries, gas, and healthcare. She reflects on Trump’s first year back in office, supports bipartisan efforts like drug pricing transparency, and recounts an unexpected moment of common ground with a MAGA hat wearing colleague on expanding homeownership.

Janelle’s advice for voters is simple: choose one issue that truly matters to you and start there. And she explains why a growing wave of young people stepping into the political process gives her real hope for 2026.

(0:00) Introduction

(0:42) State of the Union Reaction

(2:37) US Men's Hockey Team Controversy

(11:13) Women's Olympic History

(16:42) Interview: Congresswoman Janelle Bynum

(26:18) Winning Swing Districts

(29:49) Economic Justice & The Two Americas

(34:02) Talking Politics With Your Kids

(44:58) DGAF Mom: Hot or Not

(50:50) Hope for 2026

Learn more about:

Tanya Nathan is a political campaign and communications strategist with over a decade of experience in progressive campaigns and advocacy. Currently a Principal at a nationally-based grasstops consulting firm, she's a Denver native living with her year old daughter, husband, and their rescue pets. Her hobbies include crosswords, mezcal tasting, and trying to find people to talk to about Traitors.

Sarah Andrews is a political strategist living in rural Colorado with her husband and two young kids. When she's not managing campaigns or chasing toddlers, she's passionate about women's rights, childcare policy, and creating space for honest political conversations that don't end in shouting matches.

Website: momarchypodcast.com

YouTube: @momarchy

Substack: @momarchy

Instagram: @momarchypodcast

TikTok: @momarchypodcast

Email: momarchypodcast@gmail.com

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In this episode, we start with developments in the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie and the unsettling contradiction of living in a world saturated with surveillance yet still short on clear answers. Then we pivot to pop culture, Hilary Duff’s comeback tour (and those very real ticket prices), the chaos of The Traitors, and our disappointment with Love Is Blind: Denver. We also debut a new segment, Pardon My Reaction, unpacking viral moments that feel almost too absurd to be real and, at times, unintentionally hilarious. 

From there, we zoom out to something bigger. AI isn’t just a buzzword, it's accelerating fast and quietly reshaping how we work. We talk about how it’s already changing day to day tasks, the growing conversation around job disruption, what it could mean for our kids’ futures, and how to hold both optimism and uncertainty at the same time.

Last but certainly not least, we close by honoring Women’s History Month with the story of Phoebe “Febb” Ensminger Burn, the mother whose letter helped secure the deciding vote for the 19th Amendment. It’s a powerful reminder that some of history’s most consequential moments start at home, and that conviction, courage, and a well-timed nudge can change everything. We could all stand to channel a little more Febb energy.

(00:00) Introduction

(04:24) Pop Culture Update

(13:10) Pardon My Reaction - RFK & Kid Rock

(17:45) Pardon My Reaction - Traitors

(21:22) Make It Make Sense: AI Edition

(36:07) Women's History Month: Phoebe Ensminger Burn

(43:59) Next Week's Preview & Wrap Up

Learn more about:

Tanya Nathan is a political campaign and communications strategist with over a decade of experience in progressive campaigns and advocacy. Currently a Principal at a nationally-based grasstops consulting firm, she's a Denver native living with her year old daughter, husband, and their rescue pets. Her hobbies include crosswords, mezcal tasting, and trying to find people to talk to about Traitors.

Sarah Andrews is a political strategist living in rural Colorado with her husband and two young kids. When she's not managing campaigns or chasing toddlers, she's passionate about women's rights, childcare policy, and creating space for honest political conversations that don't end in shouting matches.

Website: momarchypodcast.com

YouTube: @momarchy

Substack: @momarchy

Instagram: @momarchypodcast

TikTok: @momarchypodcast

Email: momarchypodcast@gmail.com 

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In this episode, we’re joined by Liz Minnella, Democratic organizer, digital strategist, founder of Connect Forward, and mom of two. Liz works at the intersection of politics, culture, and content, training influencers and everyday people to turn authenticity into action.

We dive into her shift from corporate marketing into digital-first organizing, and how she applied influencer strategies after Uvalde and Highland Park — partnering with trusted mom and lifestyle creators to deliver clear calls to action that helped build pressure for gun safety legislation, including Illinois’ assault weapons ban.

Liz breaks down why mom influencers are uniquely persuasive, why Democrats often resist decentralized digital strategy, and what a fully funded internet plan should really include from micro-creators to rapid response to online to offline organizing.

If you’ve ever wondered whether your platform big or small can shape policy, this episode is for you.

(0:00) - Introduction & Week Check-in

(3:46) - New Year's Resolutions Update

(5:59) - Bad Bunny Halftime Show & Pop Culture

(9:46) - Winter Olympics Discussion

(15:49) - Olympians Speaking Out on Politics

(17:08) - Traitors TV Show Recap

(20:48) - Guest Introduction: Liz Menella

(22:22) - Rapid Fire Questions

(31:00) - Liz's Career Transition to Political Organizing

(39:53) - The Power of Mom Influencers in Politics

(48:45) - Why Democrats Struggle with Digital Strategy

(50:46) - Texas Influencer Drama & Campaign Strategy

(55:18) - Out-of-State Influencers in Local Races

(1:02:47) - Advice for Getting Started as a Political Creator

(1:08:50) - Hot or Not: Millennial Mom Edition

(1:14:50) - Final Thoughts & Closing

Learn more about:

Tanya Nathan is a political campaign and communications strategist with over a decade of experience in progressive campaigns and advocacy. Currently a Principal at a nationally-based grasstops consulting firm, she's a Denver native living with her year-old daughter, husband, and their rescue pets. Her hobbies include crosswords, mezcal tasting, and trying to find people to talk to about Traitors.

Sarah Andrews is a political strategist living in rural Colorado with her husband and two young kids. When she's not managing campaigns or chasing toddlers, she's passionate about women's rights, childcare policy, and creating space for honest political conversations that don't end in shouting matches.

Website: momarchypodcast.com

YouTube: @momarchy

Substack: @momarchy

Instagram: @momarchypodcast

TikTok: @momarchypodcast

Email: momarchypodcast@gmail.com 

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In this episode of Momarchy, we catch up on our week and talk through what’s been sitting with us from holiday expectations to the way light and heavy topics seem to collide more than ever.

We react to unsettling headlines, including the kidnapping of Savannah Guthrie’s mother and the tragic news involving Jill Biden’s ex-husband, before shifting into Trump Math, where we break down exaggerated claims and political spin with facts and skepticism.

From there, we move into Valentine’s plans, rom-com favorites, and the very online experience of reading troll comments, because apparently that’s part of modern life now. We wrap things up with genuine gratitude for everyone who listens, engages, and keeps this community thoughtful, funny, and honest.

(0:00) Introduction

(2:11) Current Events: Savannah Guthrie's Mom & Political News

(7:43) Trump Math: Fact-Checking Exaggerated Claims

(16:13) Galentine's Day & Valentine's Day Discussion

(20:08) Favorite Rom-Coms of All Time

(27:07) Hot or Not: Millennial Mom Valentine's Day Edition

(31:14) Actually Romantic: A Love Letter to Our Trolls

(40:17) Closing & Thank You

Learn more about:

Tanya Nathan is a political campaign and communications strategist with over a decade of experience in progressive campaigns and advocacy. Currently a Principal at a nationally-based grasstops consulting firm, she's a Denver native living with her year old daughter, husband, and their rescue pets. Her hobbies include crosswords, mezcal tasting, and trying to find people to talk to about Traitors.

Sarah Andrews is a political strategist living in rural Colorado with her husband and two young kids. When she's not managing campaigns or chasing toddlers, she's passionate about women's rights, childcare policy, and creating space for honest political conversations that don't end in shouting matches.

Website: momarchypodcast.com

YouTube: @momarchy

Substack: @momarchy

Instagram: @momarchypodcast

TikTok: @momarchypodcast

Email: momarchypodcast@gmail.com 

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In this episode, we’re joined by Emma Bloomberg, founder and CEO of Murmuration, an organization strengthening democracy by equipping local civic groups and everyday people with the tools to build power where they live. Emma has spent her career at the intersection of public service, philanthropy, and civic tech, focused on how democratic engagement really works on the ground, not just in theory.

We dive into why parent voices matter so much, what grassroots organizations are up against, and why lasting change takes long-term support, not quick fixes. Emma shares how Murmuration uses tech and data tools to help local organizations grow their impact, build stronger coalitions, and move communities forward.

She also breaks down why the best progress doesn’t come from waiting on one national leader to save the day, but from people coming together locally showing up, staying connected, and staying engaged beyond election season. We talk about how civic responsibility fits into parenting, the power of human connection, and what gives Emma hope for the future.

If you’ve ever wondered how to stay civically engaged without burning out—or how to turn “I care about this” into real action this episode is for you.

Learn more about:

Tanya Nathan is a political campaign and communications strategist with over a decade of experience in progressive campaigns and advocacy. Currently a Principal at a nationally-based grasstops consulting firm, she's a Denver native living with her year old daughter, husband, and their rescue pets. Her hobbies include crosswords, mezcal tasting, and trying to find people to talk to about Traitors.

Sarah Andrews is a political strategist living in rural Colorado with her husband and two young kids. When she's not managing campaigns or chasing toddlers, she's passionate about women's rights, childcare policy, and creating space for honest political conversations that don't end in shouting matches.

Website: momarchypodcast.com

YouTube: @momarchy

Substack: @momarchy

Instagram: @momarchypodcast

TikTok: @momarchypodcast

Email: momarchypodcast@gmail.com 

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In this episode, we talk through the very real energy of 2026 so far, one marked by political noise, parenting overload, and the realization that “doing it all” is no longer the goal. Instead, we’re leaning into our survival kits, lowered expectations, and doing what we can to keep life moving without burning out.

We unpack what modern motherhood looks like when everything feels loud at once, from toddler gymnastics and calendar chaos to learning when to say no, step back from doomscrolling, and protect our peace. We talk about why boundaries matter more than ever, and how adjusting expectations can be an act of survival, not failure.

We also share what feels actionable right now supporting local efforts, focusing on community impact, and resisting the pressure to carry the weight of everything at once. Sometimes it’s the small, practical choices that help us get through the collective chaos we’re all navigating this year.

We discuss:

(0:00) - Introduction & Welcome to Momarchy

(5:44) - The Traitors Drama: Michael & Colton Discussion

(11:41) - Year of the Horse: Fresh Start for 2026

(14:29) - Parenthood Survival Kit: Toddler Gymnastics & Lowered Expectations

(23:18) - Politics Survival Kit: Opting Out of Doom Scrolling

(31:30) - Taking Action: Supporting Your Community

(34:47) - Bonus Round: Non-Negotiable Boundaries for 2026

(44:48) - Ask Momarchy Lightning Round

(49:13) - Wrap Up & Next Week's Guest: Emma Bloomberg

Learn more about:

Tanya Nathan is a political campaign and communications strategist with over a decade of experience in progressive campaigns and advocacy. Currently a Principal at a nationally-based grasstops consulting firm, she's a Denver native living with her year old daughter, husband, and their rescue pets. Her hobbies include crosswords, mezcal tasting, and trying to find people to talk to about Traitors.

Sarah Andrews is a political strategist living in rural Colorado with her husband and two young kids. When she's not managing campaigns or chasing toddlers, she's passionate about women's rights, childcare policy, and creating space for honest political conversations that don't end in shouting matches.

Website: momarchypodcast.com

YouTube: @momarchy

Substack: @momarchy

Instagram: @momarchypodcast

TikTok: @momarchypodcast

Email: momarchypodcast@gmail.com 

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In this episode of Momarchy, we sit down with Amanda Zurawski for a conversation that moves from light and funny to devastatingly real. Amanda shares what life looked like before a pregnancy complication collided with Texas’s abortion laws. At 18 weeks pregnant, she experienced PPROM and was denied the medical care she needed. She walks us through the fear, confusion, and medical crisis that followed, including septic shock and the loss of her fertility. The systems meant to protect her nearly cost her life.

We talk about what it means to live in a state where healthcare comes with legal caveats, why Amanda decided to sue the state of Texas, and the emotional toll of becoming the public face of a fight she never asked to join. Amanda also shares how community, anger, and hope have shaped her advocacy, and what she wants future generations to understand about reproductive freedom.

(0:00) Introduction

(0:41) Millennial Mom Check-In

(3:39) Listener Suggestions

(6:06) 2026 vs 2016

(8:24) Episode Preview: Pregnancy Laws

(12:08) Interview with Amanda Begins

(12:33) Rapid Fire Questions

(17:08) Amanda's Life Before

(20:02) The Medical Emergency

(28:23) Suing the State of Texas

(31:52) Life in the Public Eye

(36:31) Make It Make Sense

(39:36) Motherhood and Hope

(44:34) Closing Thoughts

(45:59) Outro

Learn more about:

Tanya Nathan is a political campaign and communications strategist with over a decade of experience in progressive campaigns and advocacy. Currently a Principal at a nationally-based grasstops consulting firm, she's a Denver native living with her year old daughter, husband, and their rescue pets. Her hobbies include crosswords, mezcal tasting, and trying to find people to talk to about Traitors.

Sarah Andrews is a political strategist living in rural Colorado with her husband and two young kids. When she's not managing campaigns or chasing toddlers, she's passionate about women's rights, childcare policy, and creating space for honest political conversations that don't end in shouting matches.

Website: momarchypodcast.com

YouTube: @momarchy

Substack: @momarchy

Instagram: @momarchypodcast

TikTok: @momarchypodcast

Email: momarchypodcast@gmail.com

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In this episode, we sit down with our friend Alvina Vasquez to talk about herthe long and, complicated road to parenthood. We begin with lighter moments and quick rapid-fire favorites before moving into the systems that shape so many of our lives, including ICE, Trump-era policies, and the ways political decisions ripple through families and communities.

From there, the conversation turns personal as Alvina shares her experience with miscarriages, IVF, and private adoption. She walks us through the emotional highs and lows of a failed adoption, the realities of navigating a system filled with uncertainty and bad actors, and the relief and joy of finally bringing her son, Romero, home. It’s honest, emotional, and full of insight for anyone navigating (or questioning) the adoption process.

And because this is Momarchy, we close by naming what we officially do not give a f*ck about in 2026, from toddler meltdowns to beauty standards, because sometimes survival means letting things go.

We Discuss:

(0:00) - Introduction

(0:33) - Pop Culture Update

(15:41) - Political Updates - Venezuela

(22:20) - Political Updates - Minnesota ICE Incident

(30:48) - Journey to Motherhood

(46:54) - Parenthood Advice

(50:05) - Issues That Matter as a Parent

(52:22) - DGAF 2026 Edition

(56:59) - Closing

Learn more about:

Tanya Nathan is a political campaign and communications strategist with over a decade of experience in progressive campaigns and advocacy. Currently a Principal at a nationally-based grasstops consulting firm, she's a Denver native living with her year old daughter, husband, and their rescue pets. Her hobbies include crosswords, mezcal tasting, and trying to find people to talk to about Traitors.

Sarah Andrews is a political strategist living in rural Colorado with her husband and two young kids. When she's not managing campaigns or chasing toddlers, she's passionate about women's rights, childcare policy, and creating space for honest political conversations that don't end in shouting matches.

Website: momarchypodcast.com

YouTube: @momarchy

Substack: @momarchy

Instagram: @momarchypodcast

TikTok: @momarchypodcast

Email: momarchypodcast@gmail.com

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In this episode, we talk through a chaotic start to 2026, one marked by illness, holiday health scares, ER visits, and the reality of keeping life (and a podcast) moving when modern motherhood doesn’t slow down.

We take a nostalgic detour back to the 90s, revisiting childhood memories shaped by landlines, dial-up internet, and growing up offline. As trends resurface and nostalgia creeps in, we reflect on why that era feels especially comforting now and how different it is to raise kids in a technology-driven world where constant connection is the default.

Alongside the personal, we touch on the broader cultural and political moments shaping family life today, from the background hum of the news cycle to the rising costs and pressures parents are navigating. These conversations sit alongside everyday questions about screen time, phones, and how much access kids really need to the digital world.

We close by talking through how we’re navigating this moment as parents, what we’re paying attention to, what we’re still figuring out, and how we’re trying to raise kids who are thoughtful, curious, and kind in a world that feels anything but simple.

Learn more about:

Tanya Nathan is a political campaign and communications strategist with over a decade of experience in progressive campaigns and advocacy. Currently a Principal at a nationally-based grasstops consulting firm, she's a Denver native living with her year old daughter, husband, and their rescue pets. Her hobbies include crosswords, mezcal tasting, and trying to find people to talk to about Traitors.

Sarah Andrews is a political strategist living in rural Colorado with her husband and two young kids. When she's not managing campaigns or chasing toddlers, she's passionate about women's rights, childcare policy, and creating space for honest political conversations that don't end in shouting matches.

Website: momarchypodcast.com

YouTube: @momarchy

Substack: @momarchy

Instagram: @momarchypodcast

TikTok: @momarchypodcast

Email: momarchypodcast@gmail.com 

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In our first episode of 2026, we ring in the new year by reflecting on what last year taught us, what we’re leaving behind, and what we’re carrying forward, starting with stronger boundaries, better mental health habits, and a renewed commitment to staying engaged (without completely losing our minds).

We dig into the political reality of the year ahead, from the high-stakes midterm elections to why the January 6th insurrection still matters, not as a distant memory, but as a moment with lasting consequences for the future our kids are inheriting. We walk through what happened, what followed, and why forgetting isn’t an option.

Zooming out, we talk about community organizing, our fears and hopes for democracy, and the unique role parents play in shaping political awareness at home even when the coffee is cold and the to-do list is endless.

And in true Momarchy fashion, we land on a New Year’s resolution that actually counts: show up. Vote. Talk to your kids. Lean on your community. Because raising humans in 2026 means caring about the world they’re growing into.

We discuss:

(00:00) – Welcome to 2026: Laughing through politics, parenting, and the mess  

(04:00) – January 6th: Remembering what really happened at the Capitol  

(07:00) – Resolutions we’re leaving behind: anxiety, people-pleasing, and passivity  

(13:00) – This wasn’t a protest—it was planned political violence  

(16:00) – How January 6th nearly disrupted nuclear command systems  

(20:00) – Trump pardoned 1,000+ rioters—many now face new charges  

(26:00) – How having kids changes the way we see political violence  

(28:30) – Schools, history, and rewriting January 6th in real time  

(32:00) – Extremist organizing online: the threat is still very real  

(39:00) – You’re not “just a mom” — your voice, vote, and influence matter  

Learn more about:

Tanya Nathan is a political campaign and communications strategist with over a decade of experience in progressive campaigns and advocacy. Currently a Principal at a nationally-based grasstops consulting firm, she's a Denver native living with her year old daughter, husband, and their rescue pets. Her hobbies include crosswords, mezcal tasting, and trying to find people to talk to about Traitors.

Sarah Andrews is a political strategist living in rural Colorado with her husband and two young kids. When she's not managing campaigns or chasing toddlers, she's passionate about women's rights, childcare policy, and creating space for honest political conversations that don't end in shouting matches.

Website: momarchypodcast.com

YouTube: @momarchy

Substack: @momarchy

Instagram: @momarchypodcast

TikTok: @momarchypodcast

Email: momarchypodcast@gmail.com

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In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Megan Prior, a pediatrician and mom, to talk about how she found her way into pediatrics and why caring for children has always meant caring for families, too.

Dr. Prior shares what it’s really like to balance a demanding medical career with motherhood, and how that experience exposed the fragile support systems so many families rely on. We talk about childcare, paid leave, and why the United States continues to fall behind other developed nations when it comes to supporting parents with the consequences landing hardest on working and low-income families.

We also discuss the growing influence of political misinformation in pediatric healthcare, from vaccines to fluoride, and why parents are increasingly asked to navigate talking points instead of science. Dr. Prior explains why staying informed matters, how advocacy can actually make a difference, and why reaching out to legislators is one way parents can help protect children’s health.

Dr. Megan Prior is a pediatrician, mother, and advocate for children and families, committed to evidence-based care and building systems that actually support the people they’re meant to serve.

We discuss:

(00:00) – What Momarchy is all about: calling out the BS in politics & motherhood  

(01:40) – "We’re not safe" – Mass shootings, antisemitism, and heartbreaking headlines  

(04:00) – The Jewish community’s size, history, and hate crime statistics  

(07:00) – Feeling helpless and angry: "It’s okay to be mad"  

(10:00) – Healthcare subsidies in danger: what parents need to know  

(24:00) – Dr. Megan Prior on why she became a pediatrician  

(27:00) – The broken U.S. childcare system: real stories from real families  

(36:00) – $50K/year for childcare? "Make that make sense"  

(44:00) – RFK’s fake solutions to real parenting problems  

(55:00) – Action steps: What parents can do heading into 2026

Learn more about:

Tanya Nathan is a political campaign and communications strategist with over a decade of experience in progressive campaigns and advocacy. Currently a Principal at a nationally-based grasstops consulting firm, she's a Denver native living with her year-old daughter, husband, and their rescue pets. Her hobbies include crosswords, mezcal tasting, and trying to find people to talk to about Traitors.

Sarah Andrews is a political strategist living in rural Colorado with her husband and two young kids. When she's not managing campaigns or chasing toddlers, she's passionate about women's rights, childcare policy, and creating space for honest political conversations that don't end in shouting matches.

Website: momarchypodcast.com

YouTube: @momarchy

Substack: @momarchy

Instagram: @momarchypodcast

TikTok: @momarchypodcast

Email: momarchypodcast@gmail.com

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In this holiday episode, we reflect on the beautiful chaos of mid-December, the kind that sneaks up quickly and somehow feels both magical and exhausting. As the year rushes to a close, we revisit the traditions that anchor us: Christmas movie marathons, Hanukkah celebrations, and the annual antics of the Elf on the Shelf that leave parents wondering why they ever started in the first place.

We also take a candid look at the cultural and political moments that shaped the year, including Trump’s controversial pardons and the kind of headlines that made us pause, laugh, or say, “Are you kidding me?” These reflections sit alongside the smaller, more personal dilemmas of the season like navigating thoughtful gift-giving for teachers and nannies, reminding us how ordinary and extraordinary this time of year can be.

As we look back on our very first year of podcasting, we share the gratitude that has carried us: for the listeners who showed up, the sponsors who believed in us, and the guests who helped shape conversations we’re proud of. We also open up about what’s ahead, offering a glimpse into where the show is headed next.

This year is both a celebration and a chance to acknowledge the wins and WTFs, while sending you into the holidays with warmth, humor, and our heartfelt thanks.

We discuss:

00:00 – Welcome to Momarchy: Calling out BS in politics and motherhood

04:00 – ChatGPT makeup advice & makeshift podcast studios

07:15 – Trump tells steelworkers to “buy fewer gifts” – seriously?!

08:30 – Erika Kirk compares husbands to the government

13:30 – Trump pardons 1,500+ Jan 6 rioters and drug traffickers

17:00 – Launching a business + this podcast = real startup life

23:00 – WTF Kid Moment: Pooping on a book (yes, really)

28:30 – Ask a Millennial Mom: Do we *really* need to give 12 teacher gifts?!

41:00 – Elf on the Shelf: Meet “Neil” and his magical guilt trips

51:00 – De-stress your holiday: Zoo lights and hot chocolate work just fine

Learn more about:

Tanya Nathan is a political campaign and communications strategist with over a decade of experience in progressive campaigns and advocacy. Currently a Principal at a nationally-based grasstops consulting firm, she's a Denver native living with her year-old daughter, husband, and their rescue pets. Her hobbies include crosswords, mezcal tasting, and trying to find people to talk to about Traitors.

Sarah Andrews is a political strategist living in rural Colorado with her husband and two young kids. When she's not managing campaigns or chasing toddlers, she's passionate about women's rights, childcare policy, and creating space for honest political conversations that don't end in shouting matches.

Website: momarchypodcast.com

YouTube: @momarchy

Substack: @momarchy

Instagram: @momarchypodcast

TikTok: @momarchypodcast

Email: momarchypodcast@gmail.com

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In this episode, we welcome our first-ever family guests and our first dads on the podcast to share their perspective on modern parenting: Luke Macfarlane and Hig Roberts.

We dive into everything from their journey to fatherhood, to balancing high-profile careers with nap schedules, to the real and unfiltered experience of raising a child. We also zoom out to the bigger conversations: how society views same sex families, the shifting political landscape around parenting rights, and what it truly means to show up for your child when the world feels unpredictable.

And in true Momarchy fashion, we land where it matters most: the beauty, the mess, the questions, and the love that make modern parenting work… whether your life looks like a Hallmark movie or absolutely does not.

We discuss:

00:00 – Welcome to Momarchy + show mission

05:00 – Launching the Momarchy YouTube channel

07:20 – Costco sues over tariffs (politics update)

10:40 – Katie Miller controversy: “waffles vs spaghetti”

16:50 – Introducing guests Luke & Higgs

21:00 – Rapid fire: parenting & relationship dynamics

33:00 – Becoming dads as a gay couple

47:30 – NICU discrimination story

01:06:30 – Hallmark movies vs real-life parenting

01:19:40 – Family rights, hope, and closing reflections

Learn more about:

Tanya Nathan is a political campaign and communications strategist with over a decade of experience in progressive campaigns and advocacy. Currently a Principal at a nationally-based grasstops consulting firm, she's a Denver native living with her year old daughter, husband, and their rescue pets. Her hobbies include crosswords, mezcal tasting, and trying to find people to talk to about Traitors.

Sarah Andrews is a political strategist living in rural Colorado with her husband and two young kids. When she's not managing campaigns or chasing toddlers, she's passionate about women's rights, childcare policy, and creating space for honest political conversations that don't end in shouting matches.

Website: momarchypodcast.com

YouTube: @momarchy

Substack: @momarchy

Instagram: @momarchypodcast

TikTok: @momarchypodcast

Email: momarchypodcast@gmail.com

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In this episode, we talk about the Epstein files, the political circus surrounding them, and why so many of us are feeling politically homeless as 2025 drags itself to the finish line. Nothing about this season feels calm, and pretending otherwise is its own kind of delusion.

We get into power, accountability, the way both parties talk down to parents, and how moms end up carrying the emotional load of a political system that refuses to just say the quiet part out loud. We also bring back our DGAF Mom Moment with the Hot or Not Edition, because sometimes laughing at the chaos is the only thing keeping us upright.

If you are tired, confused, or one performative political lecture away from snapping, grab your hot drink and tune in.

We Discuss:

(04:05) The boycott drama and why parents are over the judgment

(12:16) The Epstein files explained without the noise

(18:34) Trump's pivot and the political spin around the release

(27:51) Why so many of us feel politically homeless in 2025

(33:22) How exhaustion fuels gaslighting and misinformation

(41:00) The gap between what parents need and what politics delivers

(46:45) How to stay engaged without burning out

(51:18) Our DGAF Mom Moment: Hot or Not edition

Learn more about:

Tanya Nathan is a political campaign and communications strategist with over a decade of experience in progressive campaigns and advocacy. Currently a Principal at a nationally-based grasstops consulting firm, she's a Denver native living with her 8-month-old daughter, husband, and their rescue pets. Her hobbies include crosswords, mezcal tasting, and trying to sleuth out who's going to be on Love is Blind Denver.

Sarah Andrews is a political strategist living in rural Colorado with her husband and two young kids. When she's not managing campaigns or chasing toddlers, she's passionate about women's rights, childcare policy, and creating space for honest political conversations that don't end in shouting matches.

Website: momarchypodcast.com

Substack: https://substack.com/@momarchy

Instagram: @themomarchypodcast

TikTok: @momarchypodcast

Email: momarchypodcast@gmail.com

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In this episode, we look at how Moms Demand Action began with one Facebook post and grew into the largest women's volunteer organization in the country. Shannon shares why mothers so often become the steady force behind major social movements and what she has learned from watching everyday women transform concern into influence.

We also explore the emotional reality of raising kids in a country where safety cannot be taken for granted. Shannon talks about the guilt and pressure that often follow women who choose to speak up, and how activism can feel grounding when it offers community instead of isolation. She also shares insights from her new book about how women can identify what drives them and take meaningful steps toward the life they want.

Shannon Watts is a speaker, author, and the Founder of Moms Demand Action. She has been named a Time Magazine 100 Most Influential People, a Forbes 50 Over 50 Changemaker, and a Glamour Woman of the Year. She is the author of Fight Like a Mother and Fired Up, a New York Times and USA Today bestseller about helping women break limitations and ignite what comes next.

We Discuss:

(06:14) How the Sandy Hook tragedy pushed Shannon into action

(08:40) Why mothers often end up leading major movements

(11:56) Activism as grounding instead of burnout

(13:54) Navigating polarization and finding real common ground

(17:42) Why guilt shows up when women raise their voices

(24:09) The gap between "pro-life" rhetoric and gun safety

(29:26) How women use values, abilities, and desires to define their path

(34:17) Supporting teens who fear going to school

Learn more about:

Tanya Nathan is a political campaign and communications strategist with over a decade of experience in progressive campaigns and advocacy. Currently a Principal at a nationally-based grasstops consulting firm, she's a Denver native living with her 8-month-old daughter, husband, and their rescue pets. Her hobbies include crosswords, mezcal tasting, and trying to sleuth out who's going to be on Love is Blind Denver.

Sarah Andrews is a political strategist living in rural Colorado with her husband and two young kids. When she's not managing campaigns or chasing toddlers, she's passionate about women's rights, childcare policy, and creating space for honest political conversations that don't end in shouting matches.

Website: momarchypodcast.com

Substack: @momarchy

Instagram: @themomarchypodcast

TikTok: @momarchypodcast

Email: momarchypodcast@gmail.com

Find more from Shannon Watts:

Instagram: @shannonrwatts

X: @shannonrwatts

Website: momsdemandaction.org

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In this episode, we're breaking down how to survive political conversations at the holiday table without ruining the pie or your sanity. From setting expectations before you walk in the door to gracefully exiting bad-faith debates, we're giving you the tools to make it through the season with your peace intact.

We're also bringing back Pardon My Politics: Thanksgiving Edition. JD Vance and Erica Kirk's viral hug, the New York Times' messy headline, Trump ignoring a guest fainting in the Oval Office, and the Colorado organizers who quietly flipped their entire city council.

To lighten things up, we dive into some truly unhinged White House Thanksgiving history. JFK skipped the turkey, Nixon served cottage cheese with ketchup, Obama baked sweet potato pie, and Trump… well, he brought out the Big Macs. We also imagine what Thanksgiving would look like with a woman in the Oval Office.

And in Ask a Millennial Mom, we talk teaching gratitude when your family can't agree on basic facts, choosing between the parade, football or the dog show, and the "I'm trying, but I'm a parent" dishes that always come through. Yes, the Whole Foods hot bar and boxed stuffing absolutely count. Tune in.

We Discuss:

(00:20) The "Hot Louvre Thieves" and the strange glamorizing of viral criminals

(08:56) Why holiday family gatherings turn into unexpected political minefields

(14:02) How to exit heated conversations without drama or guilt

(15:45) The invisible mental load moms carry during the holiday season

(24:29) Pardon My Politics: viral hugs, bad headlines, fainting scandals and big wins

(35:34) The wildest and weirdest Thanksgiving traditions from the White House

(43:53) Ask a Millennial Mom: teaching gratitude, handling family tension and easy mom dishes

Learn more about:

Tanya Nathan is a political campaign and communications strategist with over a decade of experience in progressive campaigns and advocacy. Currently a Principal at a nationally-based grasstops consulting firm, she's a Denver native living with her 8-month-old daughter, husband, and their rescue pets. Her hobbies include crosswords, mezcal tasting, and trying to sleuth out who's going to be on Love is Blind Denver.

Sarah Andrews is a political strategist living in rural Colorado with her husband and two young kids. When she's not managing campaigns or chasing toddlers, she's passionate about women's rights, childcare policy, and creating space for honest political conversations that don't end in shouting matches.

Website: momarchypodcast.com

Substack: https://substack.com/@momarchy

Instagram: @themomarchypodcast

TikTok: @momarchypodcast

Email: momarchypodcast@gmail.com

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In this episode, we sit down with Secretary Deb Haaland, former Secretary of the Interior and now candidate for governor of New Mexico.

Deb shares how her early lessons in hard work and humility shaped her belief that leadership begins with empathy and discipline, not power. We talk about how running became her way to think and heal, why "Be Fierce" isn't just a campaign slogan, and how motherhood has grounded her leadership in compassion and courage.

We also discuss the connection between public service and personal values, and what it really takes to build a future where families and the planet can thrive together.

Deb Haaland is the 54th Secretary of the Interior, a proud member of Laguna Pueblo, and she is now running for governor of New Mexico. She's dedicated to protecting public lands, empowering communities, and ensuring future generations inherit a world worth caring for.

We Discuss:

(00:01): Politics, Parenting, and Pop Culture

(15:24): Politics with Purpose: Meet Secretary Deb Haaland

(17:00): From Bakery to Ballots

(20:21): How Running Became Her Form of Meditation

(22:56): When Women Win, Everyone Benefits

(26:56): What "Be Fierce" Really Means

(30:44): Why Empathy Is Her Strongest Leadership Tool

(36:33): How We Protect the Land We Love (and Why It Matters)

(44:37): The Power of Kitchen Table Politics

(52:30): How to Teach the Next Generation to Care for the Planet

Learn more about:

Tanya Nathan is a political campaign and communications strategist with over a decade of experience in progressive campaigns and advocacy. Currently a Principal at a nationally-based grasstops consulting firm, she's a Denver native living with her daughter, husband, and their rescue pets. Her hobbies include crosswords, mezcal tasting, and trying to sleuth out who's going to be on Love is Blind Denver.

Sarah Andrews is a political strategist living in rural Colorado with her husband and two young kids. When she's not managing campaigns or chasing toddlers, she's passionate about women's rights, childcare policy, and creating space for honest political conversations that don't end in shouting matches.

Website: momarchypodcast.com

Substack: https://substack.com/@momarchy

Instagram: @themomarchypodcast

TikTok: @momarchypodcast

Email: momarchypodcast@gmail.com

Find more from Secretary Deb Haaland:

Instagram: @secdebhaaland

X: @SecDebHaaland

Facebook: @SecretaryDebHaaland

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In this episode, we're launching our first-ever Momarchy Fantasy Draft: Make It Make Sense Edition, where we each pick the wildest political stories of the week and attempt the impossible: explaining them like rational adults. (Spoiler: we fail, but it's fun.)

Between Trump's latest antics, the East Wing demolition, and the never-ending government shutdown, we're breaking it all down with plenty of laughter and side stories about food poisoning, hand-foot-mouth disease, and why Target is basically church for moms.

Because when democracy feels like a toddler on Halloween candy, sometimes all you can do is pour a ginger ale (or wine) and laugh through the madness.

We Discuss:

(00:01) Food poisoning, packing chaos, and recording from home

(03:51) Sick kids, vaccine shortages, and the annual preschool panic

(08:12) The first-ever Momarchy Draft: making political nonsense make sense (kind of)

(12:25) Target runs, scheduling fun, and why "self-care" looks different for moms

(18:03) The myth of balance and the art of stop pretending we can do it all

(24:51) He's not babysitting, he's parenting

(33:02) The AI poop video, the yelling leak and more: the week's wildest headlines

(51:30) Sweaty gym clothes, diaper bags, and the ultimate Momarchy Challenge

Learn more about:

Tanya Nathan is a political campaign and communications strategist with over a decade of experience in progressive campaigns and advocacy. Currently a Principal at a nationally-based grasstops consulting firm, she's a Denver native living with her 8-month-old daughter, husband, and their rescue pets. Her hobbies include crosswords, mezcal tasting, and trying to sleuth out who's going to be on Love is Blind Denver.

Sarah Andrews is a political strategist living in rural Colorado with her husband and two young kids. When she's not managing campaigns or chasing toddlers, she's passionate about women's rights, childcare policy, and creating space for honest political conversations that don't end in shouting matches.

Website: momarchypodcast.com

Substack: https://substack.com/@momarchy

Instagram: @themomarchypodcast

TikTok: @momarchypod

Email: momarchypodcast@gmail.com

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Lisa shares how her mother's journey from Soviet Russia shaped her understanding of the American dream, why lived experience matters in policymaking, and what she's learned about resilience on the campaign trail. We talk about pregnancy, power, and the policies that actually support families: from paid leave to childcare to maternal healthcare in rural communities.

We also discuss what it means to redefine "family values" in today's political climate, why resting is a luxury most moms can't afford, and the importance of electing more mothers to Congress.

Lisa Vedernikova Khanna is running for Congress in Virginia and previously worked with the New York Times and the Democratic National Committee. She's passionate about building a government that truly reflects and supports working families.

We Discuss:

(00:01) Love Is Blind, Denver edition: why love is definitely not blind in Colorado

(07:34) 100,000 downloads: from texting our moms for listens to thousands tuning in every week

(10:35) How Momarchy started

(17:15) Recording from our kitchens, hiding from toddlers, and still trying to sound confident

(20:05) Keeping hope alive when politics feels like a dumpster fire

(23:29) Cold DMs, lucky yeses, and the moment people actually started reaching out

(25:24) Why Momarchy isn't our full-time job (yet)… and yes, we are paying to do this

(30:04) Campaigning and morning sickness: when "leading and lactating" become the same conversation

(31:50) Meet Lisa Vedernikova-Khanna: running for Congress while pregnant, and redefining what power looks like

(34:51) The policies she's fighting for and why lived experience belongs in Congress

(44:24) The "how will you do both?" question, the myth of pro-family politics, and the reality of doing it anyway

(55:15) Her message to moms everywhere

Learn more about:

Tanya Nathan is a political campaign and communications strategist with over a decade of experience in progressive campaigns and advocacy. Currently a Principal at a nationally-based grasstops consulting firm, she's a Denver native living with her 8-month-old daughter, husband, and their rescue pets. Her hobbies include crosswords, mezcal tasting, and trying to sleuth out who's going to be on Love is Blind Denver.

Sarah Andrews is a political strategist living in rural Colorado with her husband and two young kids. When she's not managing campaigns or chasing toddlers, she's passionate about women's rights, childcare policy, and creating space for honest political conversations that don't end in shouting matches.

Website: momarchypodcast.com

Substack: https://substack.com/@momarchy

Instagram: @themomarchypodcast

TikTok: @momarchypod

Email: momarchypodcast@gmail.com

Find more from Lisa Vedernikova-Khanna:

Website: www.lvk.vote

Instagram: @lisaforvirginia

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In this spooky special episode of Momarchy, we're diving into the intersection of Halloween, motherhood, and the original cancel culture: the Salem Witch Trials. Because nothing says "happy Halloween" quite like realizing that being accused of witchcraft in 1692 was basically what happens now when you have an opinion on the internet.

We're talking about the pressure to create Pinterest-perfect Halloween memories, how political campaigns have ruined this holiday for anyone who's ever worked on a race, and why the Salem Witch Trials were just mass gaslighting with deadly consequences. Plus, Love is Blind drama, king-size candy bars, and why being called a witch really just meant you were a woman who refused to stay quiet.

We Discuss:

00:24 - Election Day reminder: November 4th is one week away

01:43 - Love is Blind finale predictions and the Nick/Annie breakup we all saw coming

02:07 - Joe and Madison's cringy Mexico pool party moment that made us all uncomfortable

04:12 - Halloween as a mom: First-timer nerves vs. fourth Halloween wisdom

08:24 - Family themed costumes: Worth the effort or just added pressure?

17:36 - That time Tanya threw up from exhaustion (not drinking) on Halloween 2016 in Colorado Springs

22:01 - Does social media make Halloween worse? The crafty mom pressure is real (or is it?)

27:24 - The Salem Witch Trials deep dive begins: The OG gaslighting campaign

34:02 - How the Salem Witch Trials mirror Democratic Party infighting today

36:09 - The opposite of hate is indifference: When fear keeps people silent

37:21 - It only takes ONE person in power to start a witch hunt (literally)

38:34 - JD Vance, toxic churches, and "boys will be boys" responses to racism

45:52 - Being a witch just means being too powerful for your time

Learn more about:

Tanya Nathan is a political campaign and communications strategist with over a decade of experience in progressive campaigns and advocacy. Currently a Principal at a nationally-based grasstops consulting firm, she's a Denver native living with her 8-month-old daughter, husband, and their rescue pets. Her hobbies include crosswords, mezcal tasting, and trying to sleuth out who's going to be on Love is Blind Denver.

Sarah Andrews is a political strategist living in rural Colorado with her husband and two young kids. When she's not managing campaigns or chasing toddlers, she's passionate about women's rights, childcare policy, and creating space for honest political conversations that don't end in shouting matches.

Website: momarchypodcast.com

Substack: https://substack.com/@momarchy

Instagram: @themomarchypodcast

TikTok: @momarchypod

Email: momarchypodcast@gmail.com

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We dive into the backlash Amanda faced after posting about vaccinating her daughter, what the Make America Healthy Again movement is really about, and why the Democratic Party's resistance to generational change is costing us elections. We also discuss "responsible authenticity" and why being yourself in politics doesn't mean saying everything you think.

Amanda Litman is the founder and president of Run for Something, author of "When We're in Charge," and a proud mom of two who lives in Brooklyn. She's a former Hillary Clinton campaign staffer who decided the best way to fight back after 2016 was to recruit the next generation of leaders.

We Discuss:

02:32 - Taylor Swift's new album: Our favorite songs and guilty pleasures

06:28 - Pardon My Politics: The unfiltered segment begins

06:41 - The vaccine post that went viral: Death threats, CPS reports, and millions of views

10:16 - Breaking down the Make America Healthy Again movement and its dangers

14:17 - Why young moms are particularly vulnerable to health misinformation

18:35 - The power of economic boycotts and why they brought Kimmel back

19:10 - Responsible authenticity in leadership: Being your best self, not your real self

21:34 - Why American politics refuses to pass the torch to younger leaders

27:13 - Navigating anti-Semitism and safety concerns within the Democratic Party

38:10 - How to run for office when you feel disillusioned with your own party

39:17 - Resources for moms who want to run: Free trainings, asynchronous learning, and support

44:20 - DGAF Mom Version: The one thing Amanda doesn't give a fuck about

Learn more about:

Tanya Nathan is a political campaign and communications strategist with over a decade of experience in progressive campaigns and advocacy. Currently a Principal at a nationally-based grasstops consulting firm, she's a Denver native living with her 8-month-old daughter, husband, and their rescue pets. Her hobbies include crosswords, mezcal tasting, and trying to sleuth out who's going to be on Love is Blind Denver.

Sarah Andrews is a political strategist living in rural Colorado with her husband and two young kids. When she's not managing campaigns or chasing toddlers, she's passionate about women's rights, childcare policy, and creating space for honest political conversations that don't end in shouting matches.

Website: momarchypodcast.com

Substack: https://substack.com/@momarchy

Instagram: @themomarchypodcast

TikTok: @momarchypod

Email: momarchypodcast@gmail.com

Find more from Amanda Litman:

Website: https://www.amandalitman.com/

Instagram: @amandalitm

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In this episode of Momarchy, we're breaking down the viral trends that promise to revolutionize your mom life (spoiler: most won't). From $600 air styling tools to collectible creatures that look like they crawled out of a nightmare, we're calling BS on what's worth your precious time, energy, and money.

Plus, we share the unfiltered truth about mom friendships, postpartum bodies, and why we're all just winging it while covered in someone else's bodily fluids.

We Discuss:

04:09 - Lululemon belt bags: The millennial mom fanny pack we're not ashamed to love

09:05 - The Hatch sound machine WiFi nightmare (just give us white noise!)

10:43 - Peloton: From pandemic purchase to actual lifesaver for garage workouts

12:56 - HelloFresh vs. Little Spoon: When meal kits save your sanity

16:03 - WTF are Labubu figures and why are they haunting our Instagram feeds?

17:36 - Toddler towers: The "beep beep" that changed everything

21:38 - Rapid fire confessions: From snot-wiping to accidental f-bombs

30:16 - Why "sleeping in" until 8am is now considered a luxury vacation

35:10 - "Vacations" that require spreadsheets and still end in tears

37:20 - Mom friendships: When you know their kid's poop schedule but not their last name

42:26 - Holiday magic (and why Halloween witches might traumatize your baby)

45:28 - The postpartum body plot twist that hit like a freight train

Learn more about:

Tanya Nathan is a political campaign and communications strategist with over a decade of experience in progressive campaigns and advocacy. Currently a Principal at a nationally-based grasstops consulting firm, she's a Denver native living with her 8-month-old daughter, husband, and their rescue pets. Her hobbies include crosswords, mezcal tasting, and trying to sleuth out who's going to be on Love is Blind Denver.

Sarah Andrews is a political strategist living in rural Colorado with her husband and two young kids. When she's not managing campaigns or chasing toddlers, she's passionate about women's rights, childcare policy, and creating space for honest political conversations that don't end in shouting matches.

Website: momarchypodcast.com

Substack: https://substack.com/@momarchy

Instagram: @themomarchypodcast

TikTok: @momarchypod

Email: momarchypodcast@gmail.com

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We dive into how Liz spent 51 days fighting to bring Abigail home, and now continues to advocate for all hostages still in captivity. We also discuss the practical ways any parent can apply her approach to having better conversations across differences and finding hope during overwhelming times.

Liz Hirsh Naftali is the creator of the Capital Coffee Connection podcast, a commercial real estate entrepreneur, and author of "Saving Abigail." She's worked with leaders across the political spectrum, from progressive Democrats to conservative Republicans, proving that our shared humanity is stronger than our political differences.

We Discuss:

00:03 - Rapid fire questions: from New York walks to Broadway pump-up music

06:17 - What "home" means in motherhood and why that matters now

10:36 - The crisis in the Middle East: a brief but essential context

16:27 - Living through a family's nightmare: when Abigail was taken

21:16 - How motherhood becomes a superpower during crisis

28:52 - Building unlikely alliances: working with politicians you disagree with

33:12 - Why we have to move beyond "choosing sides"

37:44 - Teaching resilience: how Abigail is thriving in first grade

42:30 - The role of women and mothers in times of crisis

48:12 - Finding what connects us instead of what divides us

51:38 - Practical advice: how to have better conversations with people you disagree with

54:43 - What keeps you showing up when everything feels hopeless

55:43 - The power of local action and everyday kindness

Learn more about:

Tanya Nathan is a political campaign and communications strategist with over a decade of experience in progressive campaigns and advocacy. Currently a Principal at a nationally-based grasstops consulting firm, she's a Denver native living with her 8-month-old daughter, husband, and their rescue pets. Her hobbies include crosswords, mezcal tasting, and trying to sleuth out who's going to be on Love is Blind Denver.

Sarah Andrews is a political strategist living in rural Colorado with her husband and two young kids. When she's not managing campaigns or chasing toddlers, she's passionate about women's rights, childcare policy, and creating space for honest political conversations that don't end in shouting matches.

Website: momarchypodcast.com

Substack: https://substack.com/@momarchy

Instagram: @themomarchypodcast

TikTok: @momarchypod

Email: momarchypodcast@gmail.com

Find more from Liz Hirsh Naftali:

Website: https://www.lizhirshnaftali.com/about-liz

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We explore what these policy shifts actually mean in plain English, why your county commissioner might be more important than you think, and how extreme politics at every level is making it harder to have basic conversations about healthcare. Julie also explains why reaching out to your local officials really does make a difference.

Julie Duran-Mullica has spent years in public health and local leadership as an Adams County Commissioner. She's a fierce advocate for affordable housing, childcare, and community safety who believes in the power of regional partnerships and storytelling to drive policy change.

We Discuss:

00:59 - Rapid fire questions: from bookworm kid to Taylor Swift campaign songs

07:38 - What a county commissioner actually does (and why it matters)

11:35 - Breaking down the Medicaid changes in mom-speak

14:30 - New work requirements and what they mean for families

16:47 - How these changes affect pregnant women and new moms

18:40 - What families should do right now to prepare

20:35 - How extreme politics led us to cutting healthcare for millions

23:22 - Your first step to getting politically involved (hint: it starts with coffee)

28:46 - Success stories of community members creating real change

33:11 - Ask a Millennial Mom: Hair rules, screen time balance, and TikTok parenting hacks

45:13 - Finding positivity and ways to help in your own community

Learn more about:

Tanya Nathan is a political campaign and communications strategist with over a decade of experience in progressive campaigns and advocacy. Currently a Principal at a nationally-based grasstops consulting firm, she's a Denver native living with her 8-month-old daughter, husband, and their rescue pets. Her hobbies include crosswords, mezcal tasting, and trying to sleuth out who's going to be on Love is Blind Denver.

Sarah Andrews is a political strategist living in rural Colorado with her husband and two young kids. When she's not managing campaigns or chasing toddlers, she's passionate about women's rights, childcare policy, and creating space for honest political conversations that don't end in shouting matches.

Website: momarchypodcast.com

Substack: https://substack.com/@momarchy

Instagram: @themomarchypodcast

TikTok: @momarchypod

Email: momarchypodcast@gmail.com

Find more from Julie Duran Mullica:

Website: https://www.juliemullica.com/

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In this episode of Momarchy, we break down the psychological manipulation tactics that have become standard operating procedure in American politics. From outright denial of documented events to flooding the airwaves with conflicting information until we're too exhausted to search for truth, we're calling out the strategies designed to make you doubt your own judgment.

We also discuss why this is especially dangerous for parents making critical decisions about vaccines, education, and safety, how social media amplifies the gaslighting machine, and why both parties (yes, both) use these tactics to avoid accountability.

Plus, we debut our new segment "I Love My Husband But" because sometimes therapy comes in the form of complaining about coffee thermoses.

We Discuss:

03:46 - The basic definition of gaslighting and why toddlers are natural experts

07:58 - How "fake news" became the ultimate deflection tool

12:02 - Rewriting history in real time: from hurricane maps drawn in Sharpie to museum exhibits being erased

18:01 - The emotional manipulation of mom influencers spreading vaccine misinformation

27:19 - How the 2020 election denial continues to gaslight voters (even though Trump won in 2024)

32:16 - The propaganda machine: from White House Instagram to news outlets twisting the same story

35:04 - Why we stopped watching MSNBC and the problem with echo chambers

40:28 - Protecting yourself and your kids: media literacy, fact-checking, and trusting your gut

47:23 - How to spot manipulation in everything from political ads to beauty product influencers

48:34 - I Love My Husband But: Andrew Huberman's revolutionary "non-sleep deep rest" (aka meditation) and the curse of the impossible coffee thermos.

Learn more about:

Tanya Nathan is a political campaign and communications strategist with over a decade of experience in progressive campaigns and advocacy. Currently a Principal at a nationally-based grasstops consulting firm, she's a Denver native living with her 8-month-old daughter, husband, and their rescue pets. Her hobbies include crosswords, mezcal tasting, and trying to sleuth out who's going to be on Love is Blind Denver.

Sarah Andrews is a political strategist living in rural Colorado with her husband and two young kids. When she's not managing campaigns or chasing toddlers, she's passionate about women's rights, childcare policy, and creating space for honest political conversations that don't end in shouting matches.

Website: momarchypodcast.com

Substack: https://substack.com/@momarchy

Instagram: @themomarchypodcast

TikTok: @momarchypod

Email: momarchypodcast@gmail.com

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Gun violence is now the number one killer of kids in America, yet threats against elected officials, school board members, journalists, and parents like us are treated as background noise. In this bonus episode, we sit with the grief and rage of raising children under lockdown drills, and we talk openly about the hypocrisy of leaders who value guns over kids.

We also share the small but powerful ways moms can fight back. Heavy doesn't mean hopeless. Our kids don't have time for us to wait, and together we can hold our grief and take action at the same time.

What's Discussed:

(00:01) When the Headlines Hit Home: Processing a Week of Tragedy

(07:42) Threats, Fear, and the New Normal of Political Violence (12:33) From Campaign Offices to Our Living Rooms: Violence Gets Personal

(21:53) Lockdown Drills for Preschoolers: The Reality of Raising Kids Now

(29:59) Why Common-Sense Gun Laws Keep Stalling in America

(33:57) Sandy Hook, Columbine, Evergreen: How Much More Can We Take?

(41:55) Five Ways Moms Can Push Back Against Gun Violence

(47:42) Heavy Doesn't Mean Hopeless: Building Courage and Community

Learn more about:

Tanya Nathan is a political campaign and communications strategist with over a decade of experience in progressive campaigns and advocacy. Currently a Principal at a nationally-based grasstops consulting firm, she's a Denver native living with her 8-month-old daughter, husband, and their rescue pets. Her hobbies include crosswords, mezcal tasting, and trying to sleuth out who's going to be on Love is Blind Denver.

Sarah Andrews is a political strategist living in rural Colorado with her husband and two young kids. When she's not managing campaigns or chasing toddlers, she's passionate about women's rights, childcare policy, and creating space for honest political conversations that don't end in shouting matches.

Website: momarchypodcast.com

Substack: https://substack.com/@momarchy

Instagram: @themomarchypodcast

TikTok: @momarchypod

Email: momarchypodcast@gmail.com

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We dive into how the gaming world mirrors politics in all the worst ways, why having kids in a "good old boys club" felt impossible until she found the right workplace culture, and how the Robb Elementary shooting changed everything about how she views politics as a mom.

Kat De Shields-Moon has spent 14 years in the gaming industry, starting as a games journalist and working across corporate marketing. She's a mom of two who's passionate about creating positive spaces in male-dominated industries and believes in judging people by their humanity rather than their political labels.

We Discuss:

01:44 - Getting fired by her oncologist mom at 14

08:34 - Why her "give-a-shit meter" broke in her thirties

16:27 - How Robb Elementary changed her political perspective

18:55 - Living in a "volumocracy" where loudest voices win

24:47 - Breaking up with friends over political differences

28:55 - Finding balance by unplugging from news cycles

47:45 - Ask a Millennial Mom: Rules they ignore

53:37 - Admitting you don't like your kids sometimes

Learn more about:

Tanya Nathan is a political campaign and communications strategist with over a decade of experience in progressive campaigns and advocacy. Currently a Principal at a nationally-based grasstops consulting firm, she's a Denver native living with her 8-month-old daughter, husband, and their rescue pets. Her hobbies include crosswords, mezcal tasting, and trying to sleuth out who's going to be on Love is Blind Denver.

Sarah Andrews is a political strategist living in rural Colorado with her husband and two young kids. When she's not managing campaigns or chasing toddlers, she's passionate about women's rights, childcare policy, and creating space for honest political conversations that don't end in shouting matches.

Website: momarchypodcast.com

Substack: https://substack.com/@momarchy

Instagram: @themomarchypodcast

TikTok: @momarchypod

Email: momarchypodcast@gmail.com

Find more from Kat De Shields Moon:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thekdsm/

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In this episode of Momarchy, we break down the harsh reality of what "flexible" work actually looks like for moms. From mandatory happy hours that conflict with bedtime routines to the unspoken expectation that you'll work nights and weekends to prove your "commitment," we're calling out the systems that set working mothers up to fail.

We also discuss the impossible juggle of being the "default parent", why taking six weeks of maternity leave felt like career suicide, and how the lack of real family leave policies in America forces impossible choices on working parents.

We even dive into our current comfort watches (Team Conrad forever) and the DGAF mom moments that keep us sane in this beautiful chaos.

We Discuss:

02:04 - Shout-outs to our amazing listeners and that one troll who told us to shut up and eat Taco Bell (honestly, sounds like a perfect day)

07:10 - Why we're grateful for Team Moxie Media and hitting #39 in political podcasts

08:22 - Colorado's special session and how Trump's "big beautiful bill" is screwing over families

16:46 - The Summer I Turned Pretty hot takes: Team Conrad vs. Team Jeremiah debate

24:11 - Sick kid chaos and the reality of "flexible" work when you're the default parent

27:19 - Why COVID changed everything about remote work (but not really)

32:16 - Sarah's story: Six weeks maternity leave during a governor's race

35:04 - Why women have to be the ones to change workplace culture

40:28 - The motherhood penalty vs. the fatherhood bonus

44:02 - America's embarrassingly bad family leave policies compared to literally everywhere else

47:23 - Why "just have grandparents help" isn't a real childcare solution

48:34 - DGAF Mom Moments: Pants-free grocery store runs and full Buzz Lightyear costume school days

Learn more about:

Tanya Nathan is a political campaign and communications strategist with over a decade of experience in progressive campaigns and advocacy. Currently a Principal at a nationally-based grasstops consulting firm, she's a Denver native living with her 8-month-old daughter, husband, and their rescue pets. Her hobbies include crosswords, mezcal tasting, and trying to sleuth out who's going to be on Love is Blind Denver.

Sarah Andrews is a political strategist living in rural Colorado with her husband and two young kids. When she's not managing campaigns or chasing toddlers, she's passionate about women's rights, childcare policy, and creating space for honest political conversations that don't end in shouting matches.

Website: momarchypodcast.com

Substack: https://substack.com/@momarchy

Instagram: @themomarchypodcast

TikTok: @momarchypod

Email: momarchypodcast@gmail.com

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We discuss the reality of being one of only 14 women to give birth while serving in Congress, why antiquated rules still prevent new parents from doing their jobs, and what it's like to prove yourself professionally while being a new mother. Plus, Brittany gets real about how motherhood has changed her perspective on what's at stake for America's families.

Congresswoman Brittany Pettersen represents Colorado's 7th Congressional District and previously served 10 years in the Colorado state legislature. She's become a fierce advocate for expanding opportunities for families and children while fighting to modernize Congressional rules for new parents.

We Discuss:

02:19 - Rapid fire: Coffee vs. wine and guilty pleasure naps

08:58 - Flying with a four-week-old to cast a crucial vote

14:37 - The bipartisan fight to modernize Congress for working parents

18:56 - Being visibly pregnant in the halls of power

22:45 - Her advice for moms choosing between ambition and motherhood

25:10 - Pardon My Politics: What scares her most about raising kids in America right now

31:02 - Finding hope when half the country voted for "a supervillain"

36:14 - What's wrong with the Democratic Party and why we're losing women

40:23 - Decaf Mom: Screen time reality checks and travel sacrifices

46:32 - What her pre-baby self would be shocked about now

Learn more about:

Tanya Nathan is a political campaign and communications strategist with over a decade of experience in progressive campaigns and advocacy. Currently a Principal at a nationally-based grasstops consulting firm, she's a Denver native living with her 8-month-old daughter, husband, and their rescue pets. Her hobbies include crosswords, mezcal tasting, and trying to sleuth out who's going to be on Love is Blind Denver.

Sarah Andrews is a political strategist living in rural Colorado with her husband and two young kids. When she's not managing campaigns or chasing toddlers, she's passionate about women's rights, childcare policy, and creating space for honest political conversations that don't end in shouting matches.

Website: momarchypodcast.com

Substack: https://substack.com/@momarchy

Instagram: @themomarchypodcast

TikTok: @momarchypod

Email: momarchypodcast@gmail.com

Find more from U.S. Representative Brittany Pettersen:

Website: https://pettersen.house.gov/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reppettersen

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In this episode of Momarchy, we bring you the real, unfiltered truth about what it's like to manage a household, raise kids, and work while carrying the weight of remembering everything from cat medication flavors to daycare waitlists that stretch over a year. We discuss how our entire system—from lack of paid leave to impossible childcare costs—is rigged against working mothers.

We're also unpacking the impossible standards we face: the far left saying having kids isn't feminist enough, the trad wife movement that's actually just influencer marketing in floral dresses, and the reality that most of us are stuck somewhere in the exhausted middle, just trying to survive each day.

We Discuss:

03:58 - The mental load: That never-ending to-do list in your head

06:15 - Sarah's current mental load (spoiler: it's a lot)

09:37 - Tanya's car gets stolen (thanks, Trump tariffs)

13:08 - Nanny negotiations and daycare waitlist hell

15:09 - Why women become the "default parent"

19:21 - Mom guilt when work and parenting collide

25:55 - Systems that weren't built for moms (shocking, we know)

32:23 - Why motherhood is politicized but never prioritized

36:30 - Pardon My Politics: Is America actually anti-mom?

44:53 - DGAF Mom Version: Survival mode parenting and laundry piles

Learn more about:

Tanya Nathan is a political campaign and communications strategist with over a decade of experience in progressive campaigns and advocacy. Currently a Principal at a nationally-based grasstops consulting firm, she's a Denver native living with her 8-month-old daughter, husband, and their rescue pets. Her hobbies include crosswords, mezcal tasting, and trying to sleuth out who's going to be on Love is Blind Denver.

Sarah Andrews is a political strategist living in rural Colorado with her husband and two young kids. When she's not managing campaigns or chasing toddlers, she's passionate about women's rights, childcare policy, and creating space for honest political conversations that don't end in shouting matches.

Website: momarchypodcast.com

Substack: https://substack.com/@momarchy

Instagram: @themomarchypodcast

TikTok: @momarchypod

Email: momarchypodcast@gmail.com

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We're getting real about media bias, why childcare decisions are secretly political battlegrounds, and the brutal reality of trying to be a "good" working mom when your priorities shift overnight. We also dive into the one study that will change how you consume news forever.

Gigi Sukin is an editor in the press industry who has witnessed massive shifts in journalism over the past decade. She's a University of Denver alum, St. Louis native, and mom to an 18-month-old who gives the best hugs. She believes in curiosity, tolerance, and the importance of a diverse news diet.

We Discuss:

03:17 - Why exercise is non-negotiable for mom sanity (and Peloton dance parties)

07:02 - Pardon My Politics: The phrases that make us want to scream

17:24 - What people get completely wrong about media bias

21:29 - The one study that proves we're all more biased than we think

24:01 - How to stay informed without doom scrolling your life away

28:17 - What it's really like being a woman in a male-dominated newsroom

33:50 - The moment motherhood changes how you're perceived at work

40:14 - What would change if men had to work as new moms for one year

42:31 - The mantra every working mom needs to hear

Learn more about:

Tanya Nathan is a political campaign and communications strategist with over a decade of experience in progressive campaigns and advocacy. Currently a Principal at a nationally-based grasstops consulting firm, she's a Denver native living with her 8-month-old daughter, husband, and their rescue pets. Her hobbies include crosswords, mezcal tasting, and trying to sleuth out who's going to be on Love is Blind Denver.

Sarah Andrews is a political strategist living in rural Colorado with her husband and two young kids. When she's not managing campaigns or chasing toddlers, she's passionate about women's rights, childcare policy, and creating space for honest political conversations that don't end in shouting matches.

Website: momarchypodcast.com

Substack: https://substack.com/@momarchy

Instagram: @themomarchypodcast

TikTok: @momarchypod

Email: momarchypodcast@gmail.com

Find more from Gigi Sukin:

Email:gigi.sukin@axios.com

X: https://x.com/GSukin

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In this episode of Momarchy, we are sharing our top three most ridiculous political moments from 2025. From Trump tweeting casual foreign policy to pregnancy surveillance bills that sound like dystopian fiction but are actually law, we're breaking down the headlines that made us question reality.

We also launch our new segment "Ask a Millennial Mom," where we rapid-fire through questions about gentle parenting (it's complicated), mom wine culture, chunky dad sneakers, and the dangerous rise of anti-vaccine mom influencers in the MAHA movement.

This episode perfectly captures why we started this podcast: sometimes you have to laugh at the chaos to stay sane, but you can't let the comedy distract you from the policies that actually matter to working families.

We Discuss:

00:46 - Why politics delivers such absurd moments right now

02:46 - When Republicans and Democrats both create walking comedy shows

04:22 - Eric Adams corruption charges mysteriously dropped

07:24 -Taylor Swift endorsement hysteria and PSYOP theories

09:51 -Trump tweeting "Vladimir, stop" at Putin

13:07 - Pregnancy surveillance bills in Missouri, Texas, and Idaho

17:19 - Secretary of Defense accidentally texting war strategy to journalist

20:27 - Joe Biden dropping out and the chaotic 100 days that followed

27:10 - What political absurdity says about our current climate

30:31 - Ask a Millennial Mom: Are we really into gentle parenting?

32:43 - Is mom wine culture problematic or just normal?

34:19 - Millennial mom trends we refuse to adopt

38:53 - Most absurd mom influencer advice

Learn more about:

Tanya Nathan is a political campaign and communications strategist with over a decade of experience in progressive campaigns and advocacy. Currently a Principal at a nationally-based grasstops consulting firm, she's a Denver native living with her 8-month-old daughter, husband, and their rescue pets. Her hobbies include crosswords, mezcal tasting, and trying to sleuth out who's going to be on Love is Blind Denver.

Sarah Andrews is a political strategist living in rural Colorado with her husband and two young kids. When she's not managing campaigns or chasing toddlers, she's passionate about women's rights, childcare policy, and creating space for honest political conversations that don't end in shouting matches.

Substack: https://substack.com/@momarchy

Instagram: @momarchypodcast

Email: momarchypodcast@gmail.com

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We're diving into the uncomfortable truths about why politics are failing families (spoiler: it's not actually about book bans), like accessibility to child care, why normal people don't want to run for office anymore, and how being a mom changes everything about how you approach policy. Plus, Lindsey gets brutally honest about pumping breast milk during late-night committee hearings and why she'll "die on a hill" to protect children's best interests over parental convenience.

Lindsey Daugherty is a state senator and represents areas including Jefferson County, Arvada, and Westminster. She graduated from the Sturm College of Law at the University of Denver. She has done a significant amount of work supporting children in the foster care system. She is also the vice chair of the newly formed "Opportunity Caucus" in Colorado, whose goal is to bring more center-left Democrats together.

We Discuss:

05:26 - Favorite DU bars and Real Housewives confessions

09:57 - Biggest fears about where politics is headed

13:15 - What keeps you showing up when you're burned out

17:26 - How more moms in office would change everything

21:29 - Pardon My Politics: Who really defines "parental rights"?

25:18 - Why performative culture wars get more attention than women's lives

27:09 - The political issue everyone talks about privately

29:25 - Being pregnant in the legislature (and pumping during votes)

32:31 - What keeps you up at night as a mom

35:39 - Holding both fear and hope in this moment

Learn more about:

Tanya Nathan is a political campaign and communications strategist with over a decade of experience in progressive campaigns and advocacy. Currently a Principal at a nationally-based grasstops consulting firm, she's a Denver native living with her 8-month-old daughter, husband, and their rescue pets. Her hobbies include crosswords, mezcal tasting, and trying to sleuth out who's going to be on Love is Blind Denver.

Sarah Andrews is a political strategist living in rural Colorado with her husband and two young kids. When she's not managing campaigns or chasing toddlers, she's passionate about women's rights, childcare policy, and creating space for honest political conversations that don't end in shouting matches.

Substack: @momarchy

Instagram: @momarchypodcast

Email: momarchypodcast@gmail.com

Find more from Senator Lindsey Daugherty:

Website: https://www.lindseyforcolorado.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lindseyforcolorado

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We are so excited to have a home where we can bring you the real, unfiltered conversations about politics and motherhood that we've been craving. As political consultants and new moms, we're opening up about the polarization that's making it impossible to have nuanced conversations—from getting attacked on social media to navigating mom groups where political differences explode.

This is our space to talk about the messy middle where most of us actually live. We're introducing our signature segments Pardon My Politics and DGAF Mom Version, plus sharing why we both needed breaks from social media and how becoming moms changed our perspective on political engagement.

Ready for politics that doesn't make you want to scream? Tune in now and join the conversation that's been missing from your feed.

We Discuss:

01:00 - Welcome to Momarchy & travel chaos with babies

04:44 - Why politics feels so polarized and uncomfortable

06:51 - From Obama excitement to walking on eggshells

10:01 - Sarah's "politically homeless" post backlash

14:53 - Pardon My Politics: What feels too far right and left

22:23 - Immigration enforcement and Senator Padilla being tackled

24:37 - Abortion rights and traveling while pregnant in post-Roe America

28:48 - The far left's purity tests and authoritarian sympathies

32:12 - NYC mayor's race and progressive gatekeeping

37:46 - Why polarization matters for governing vs. campaigning

39:48 - Getting engaged locally and running for office

44:12 - DGAF Mom Version: Not bathing kids every night and morning TV time

50:06 - What's coming next on Momarchy

Learn more about:

Tanya Nathan is a political campaign and communications strategist with over a decade of experience in progressive campaigns and advocacy. Currently a Principal at a nationally-based grasstops consulting firm, she's a Denver native living with her 8-month-old daughter, husband, and their rescue pets. Her hobbies include crosswords, mezcal tasting, and trying to sleuth out who's going to be on Love is Blind Denver.

Sarah Andrews is a political strategist living in rural Colorado with her husband and two young kids. When she's not managing campaigns or chasing toddlers, she's passionate about women's rights, childcare policy, and creating space for honest political conversations that don't end in shouting matches.

Substack: @momarchy

Instagram: @momarchypodcast

Email: momarchypodcast@gmail.com

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We're calling out the BS, breaking down the headlines, and laughing through the mess—because honestly, what else can we do?

We met on the Hillary Clinton campaign—before marriage, before kids—bonding over spicy margaritas and campaign chaos. A decade later, a few babies in and some political burnout behind us, we're still deep in the madness of modern politics… and now the messiness of motherhood too.

We couldn't find a space that spoke to politically engaged moms overwhelmed by today's extremes—so we created one.

Whether you're here to learn, vent, or just feel a little less alone, subscribe now and join us as we take the drama out of politics and the shame out of motherhood.

This is Momarchy—and we're just getting started.

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