Liletta & Mirena: A Divorce Podcast with Strings Attached

We know it’s been a minute (or about 1 million minutes) since we last did an episode but we’re back and have a lot to say. We cover what’s been happening in our lives over the better part of a year - big moves personally and professionally, a trip that was life-changing for profound, existential reasons. Another trip that was momentous, but for very different reasons having to do with stampeding m...

Yeah, Liletta and Mirena took their hot girl summer off to live life and start new jobs and travel and do all the things. But they’re back and diving into how pop culture portrays divorce, and how it can be a powerful springboard to help them dive into their own very personal experiences. From current and classic TV shows to, of course, music (the episode title is dedicated to you, Kelly Clarkson)...

It was 13 years in the making and turned out to be the greatest weekend in Liletta and Mirena history! Listen along as Holly and Mandy recap Stella’s bat mitzvah. Was it amazing?? Yes. Did Stella shine?? Also, yes. Were there lots of wardrobes changes? Hell to the yes. Were margaritas served?? OMG YES. Were live chickens involved? Umm, yes, actually, there were. Most importantly, did everyone have...

Mandy and Holly sneak in this check-in episode right before some major life events are coming up on the horizon. In typical fashion, they talk about everything that has been on their hearts and minds including some major one year commemorations, a beautiful gift with which Mandy surprises Holly, why Holly’s mom is afraid Holly might get arrested, an embarrassing yet heartwarming story about peeing...

They say it’s healthier to eat small amounts throughout the day instead of eating big meals. Who cares! Just eat what you want, don’t go overboard and throw in some green stuff. Also, try some joy snacking! Stop looking to the future for that magical thing that’s going to make you happy one day. Look around and just maybe there are things - big and small - that can bring you joy right now. Holly a...

Where the heck have Mandy and Holly been for the last four months?!?! Listen to their latest episode to find out about the levels of Covid hell they found themselves in, the highs and lows of the holiday season, an epic shopping trip that ended in milkshake disaster, how pepperjack cheese ruined the day, and what bright spots are ahead in 2023. Stay until the end to hear an unexpected on air surpr...

It does seem like everyone is talking about wellness these days, so Liletta and Mirena are back to take a crack at it like only they can. They discuss a medical update (walking is HARD), crazy close encounters at the Stevie Nicks concert, the unexpected dimensions of grief, making plans to be more social AND alone, and why we should spend lots of money on ourselves. While discussing the Eight Dime...

Ugh. August. It’s over now but it was a doozy and Liletta and Mirena just had to deal with some stuff. But they’re back with an almost 3 hour episode, so break it up into chunks and listen at your leisure. Even though this past month kinda was the armpit of summer, they have so much to be grateful for and music is at the top of the list. Mandy and Holly again take turns sharing some songs that hel...

Liletta and Mirena put their headphones back on after another long-ish absence away from recording. Eric re-joins them to wrap up his interview and unsuccessfully try to contribute his ideas for the podcast. But first, the three of them breakdown the long list of losses they’ve experienced YET AGAIN and discuss how their unusual Dynamic brought them even closer during their tough times. Two big ta...

Holly and Mandy talk about the immeasurably devastating loss of Holly’s sister Heidi. Grief can develop in both surprising and predictable ways. It’s something that touches everybody at some point in their lives, so the more we talk about it, hopefully the more we can relate to one another. There is so much more that connects us than what divides us. Bottom line, Heidi was simply amazing and every...

It finally happened. We had a three way…..conversation on the podcast. Eric - the ex husband and current boyfriend - finally stops by for a lighthearted, loose and feel good catch up about sports, current events, pop culture, politics. JUST KIDDING. We didn’t talk about any of that stuff. We actually talk about all the hard and uncomfortable stuff, but with a lot of laughs thrown in for balance. W...

Welp, we thought that 2022 was going to help us get over that “languishing” feeling we were experiencing. And, it did, sort of. But not in a good way. Besides discussing grief and divorce, we also address important questions like, why did Holly’s mom call Mandy? Which family members finally caught Covid? Who struggles walking up and down stairs? What do vaginas and the Civil War have in common wit...

We made it through another year, everybody. Mandy and Holly - and the world - may be a little worse for wear but we’re still here to talk about it, and we’re truly grateful for that. So we’re sharing a few of our takeaways of the year that was in the hope that we can make 2022 maybe a touch less sucky. Appreciating the little things, being ok with feeling just ok, and always trying to find a way t...

When the ladies said they like making lists, they weren’t joking. This episode mercifully wraps up this three-part exercise by covering the highs and lows of their divorce experiences. It’s not all fun and games, except for that time when Holly performed an elaborate magic trick and accidentally levitated her car, only to have “David Blaine” come to the rescue. No, you are not hallucinating. You r...

Do you like to listen to grown ass women cry? Yes? Then this is the episode for you. In part 2 of 3 (yes, it’s a trilogy now, just like “The Godfather” and just as long) of their LISTS episode series, Mandy and Holly cover everything from their treasured possessions to their darkest moments, with a little help from people who inspire them the most. And trigger warning: someone does throw up in the...

Mandy and Holly love making lists. They help create order in a chaotic world, and don’t we all need some of that these days? And believe it or not, there are still things M+H don’t know about each other, even after one year of talking incessantly about themselves. So here’s a list of reasons why you should drop everything and listen: 1. They cover A LOT of wide-ranging topics 2. Words are awesome...

What do you get when you mix Mandy with some good old-fashioned and all-consuming anxiety? Manxiedy. While it’s no laughing matter, she and Holly do their best to examine why it’s a particularly challenging time for Mandy, and for a lot of women right now. It’s all a juggling act and sometimes we drop the balls. The women share what’s been taking up their time lately and also follow up with new de...

Here are the stages of divorce: the beginning, the middle, and the NEVER ENDING. Divorce doesn’t have a stopping point; there’s no divorce diploma certifying you are now qualified to “move on” with your life.  In this episode we share our struggles of “transitioning” throughout life as divorced women. How do you re-adjust to the world opening back up again? Where do you draw boundaries for yoursel...

It’s been a minute since L & M - or anyone for that matter - were able to experience some of their favorite extracurricular activities. So as the world opens back up, it seems like a good time to slowly get back into the rhythm of “normal” life, whatever that means. Listen as they talk of their recent experiences indulging in some of their most beloved and missed pastimes, along with attempts at t...

Podcast co-hosts, Liletta and Mirena, discuss the unexpected, the unexplained, the unusual topics no one else is talking about. When will we see Bill Gates on Bumble? Why are more women getting divorced in their 50’s? How dangerous is the “mother martyr” phenomenon? Is it even possible to be happily married AND live with the same person every single day? What does your Amazon search history really...

The tables have turned on Mirena! Now it's Holly's turn to ask Mandy any question she wants. Will they be uncomfortable? Will they be funny? Will they be thought-provoking? Will they be revealing? Yes, oh yes. They will most definitely be revealing, in every sense of the word. Teasers: Easter eggs (real ones - not Taylor Swifties), Viva Las Vegas, the ocean is fucking scary, existential moments re...

As if sitting down with your ex-husband’s forever girlfriend every few weeks for a candid conversation wasn’t unconventional enough, in this episode Mandy gets to ask Holly any question she wants and Holly must answer. Anything is fair game - past relationships, childhood memories, deep self-reflection, and, of course, intimate details of her current relationship with Mandy’s ex. Get your mind out...

Holly and Mandy analyze how the Netflix show “Girlfriends’ Guide to Divorce” portrays life after marriage. Short answer? It’s a train wreck. Long answer? Listen to this episode. Longer answer? Listen AND watch along with us as we provide running commentary, with uncomfortable sex scenes and irritatingly inaccurate depictions of families going through divorce in abundance, not to mention impractica...

You want a revolution? How about a revelation? Let’s “normalize divorce”! Mandy and Holly talk about how history, society, laws, expectations, and personal inhibitions negatively affect the way divorce is viewed. And, obviously, they use “The Crown,” Marvin Gaye, Jon & Kate Plus 8, and Kasey Musgraves to help promote their “positive approach to divorce” campaign. Did they have to include Wayne New...

What's the Meme-ing of Life? The Answer: Stanley Tucci, space trash, baby teeth, rescue dogs, leather tunics, Mullets and Marmots, fairy lurers, awesomeness, and petty theft. Another question: Who are these Women of Memes and what are they talking about???