Let Me Call My Mom

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This is truly a CALL WITH OUR MOM!!! Tori and Karen quite literally catch up on life and we forget we’re recording a podcast! Karen is having a MONDAY, Tori is trying to find a wedding hashtag, Maddie got new recliners, and Ross didn’t renew his passport.  Our Website: https://lmcmmpodcast.com/   Sign up for our Newsletter! https://letmecallmymompodcast.substack.com/   Where to Catch Us: Watch us...

In true LMCMM virtual show fashion, Karen recorded her video in slow motion (bless her) so today is just Tori visually but both Tori & Karen on audio!! Today Tori & Karen sit down to dish out all the BTS of Tori’s engagement from Karen’s POV! Karen now has 2 daughters engaged!!!! She is in her full Mother of the Bride era!  Our Website: https://lmcmmpodcast.com/   Sign up for our Newslette...

In this episode of Let Me Call My Mom, my mom and I sit down for a cozy catch up that feels exactly like the phone calls you make when you are sick, overwhelmed, or just need comfort. We talk about starting the new year under less than ideal circumstances, including getting hit with the flu, head colds, congestion, and the reality of easing into January when your body is forcing you to slow down....

It’s officially 2026 and we’re ringing in the New Year the only way we know how: with an honest, cozy conversation that feels like calling your mom!  In this episode, Tori and Karen record remotely (a true technological win) to reflect on the holiday whirlwind, from Christmas chaos and failed cookie baking to beachside New Year’s plans and Philly sports commentary you didn’t ask for but definitely...

In this unhinged holiday episode, Tori and her mom Karen are spiraling. With Christmas just days away, they chat about last-minute shopping stress, gift expectations, and the chaos of Amazon deliveries—plus the age-old question of whether anyone actually shops in stores anymore. From there, the conversation spirals into everything from perfume layering and family dynamics to dog mishaps, travel wi...

In this heart-warming, funny, and deeply nostalgic episode of Let Me Call My Mom , we welcome a very special guest: my sister, Maddie, all the way from Idaho. Karen (our mom) is visiting her while they scope out mountain wedding venues. We dive into everything: what it’s like planning a destination-style mountain wedding, why Maddie chose Idaho for college (hint: it involves a metaphorical dart on...

In this week’s episode of Let Me Call My Mom , we’re catching you up on everything ; new houses, holiday chaos, surprise travel plans, and a whole lot of mother–daughter storytelling. Tori finally reveals the big secret she’s been keeping: she bought a house! She and her mom break down the whirlwind of settling, moving out of Philly, and temporarily living with Zak’s parents while diving into a fu...

In this week’s episode of Let Me Call My Mom , Tori and Karen cozy up on the couch in Philly for a relaxed, cozy Q&A that covers everything from Thanksgiving hosting essentials to sister dynamics, night routines, and navigating adulthood together. The duo kicks things off with a deep dive into hosting must-haves, Tori swears by music and a well-timed cocktail, while Karen shares her tried-and-...

This week’s episode of Let Me Call My Mom is as real and unfiltered as it gets. From microneedling facials gone numb, to near-retina detachments, to the most Idaho engagement story ever (congrats, Maddie + Drake 🥹💍), Tori and Karen catch up on all the latest family happenings. The two dive into a newly-wed game to see how well they know each other, and tell family stories along the way! Sign up...

This week on Let Me Call My Mom, we’re talking about the weird in-between of adulthood, when you realize being 22 feels just like being 18, and 58 feels just like being 30, except now you’re paying taxes, trying to cook something other than eggs, and wondering if you’re supposed to have it all figured out. From mean girls that never grow up to learning to be smart with your money, we’re covering i...

After a year away, we’re back — and so much has happened. From a total podcast rebrand to Ross’ prostate cancer diagnosis, Karen’s health journey with Tirzepatide, Tori’s move to the city (and house hunting adventures), and of course, Frankie… there’s a lot to catch up on! It’s emotional, hilarious, and as always, honest. We’re so happy to be back, grab a coffee (or a water ice 😉) and hang out wi...

Tori and Karen DeSimone are back in PA for a catch-up style episode! Fall is here and mother/daughter duo is ready to sit down and recap what’s been going on on this rainy Fall night at home!  Rate Let Me Call my Mom 5 stars, share with a friend, and leave a review! New episodes every Friday! Watch this episode on YouTube & Subscribe to the channel:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJFiEJ_Gk8...

Tori and Karen DeSimone are back with an audio-only episode as the mother/daughter duo are split in PA/NJ! Tori and Karen get into fun topics today like Red October, criminals on the loose, dirty sodas, reading 3 books in 1 day, and body image! We hope you enjoy this episode as much as we do!  Rate Let Me Call my Mom 5 stars, share with a friend, and leave a review! New episodes every Friday! Watc...

Tori and Karen DeSimone do their first ever remote episode! With Karen at the beach and Tori in PA, the mother/daughter duo are catching up on their life since summer has “ended”. Karen dives into her wedding with Ross (Tori’s Dad/Karen’s husband), and it’s a bit unconventional in today’s world! Does Tori want a big wedding? Unsure! Welcome back to Let Me Call my Mom! Rate Let Me Call my Mom 5 sta...

We’re baaaacccckkkk!! And, in the car! Mother/daughter duo, Tori and Karen DeSimone are taking the show on the road (literally) as they wait for the towels to wash at the laundromat! Today, they catch you up to speed on what’s been going on the last 2 weeks (Tori’s exhaustion/10 mile (5 mile) race, Karen’s book readings) and of course, the ACOTAR obsession. THERE ARE SPOILERS OF ACOTAR AND ACOMAF...

It’s all about Tori, wait no, Karen! Today, Karen tells all as she talks about being the parent of a YouTube Beauty Guru in high school days! Tori & Karen dive deep into what it was really like allowing and watching your daughter grow up on YouTube! From traveling the country to fun events, moving to LA at 17, online school, and everything in between, join as the two reminisce on the golden da...

The DeSimones love tattoos in this house, and today Karen & Tori dive into them! They catch up on their week of partying in Avalon (then going to bed at 7 pm), Juice Head island, Frankie’s new girlfriend, and food poisoning! Quite a week here, follow along! Rate Let Me Call my Mom 5 stars, share with a friend, and leave a review! New episodes every Friday! Watch this episode on YouTube & S...

Karen & Tori are live from the kitchen baking a crumb cake while talking about drinking! Tori does not drink and Karen does! The 2 have an open and honest conversation about drinking; how generationally it’s different, the desire to not, why it’s hard to stop, how to stop, weed vs alcohol, and so much more. We hope you enjoyed this episode of Let Me Call my Mom! Rate Let Me Call my Mom 5 stars...

The fact that we didn’t even get to our topic today! Mother/Daughter duo, Karen and Tori DeSimone clearly have a lot to say! Today, the 2 chat about their gym journeys, indoor vs. outdoor clothes, Frankie at the Bar, manifestations that came true, meeting celebrities, the 4th of July, and public breakdowns! Enjoy!!! Rate Let Me Call my Mom 5 stars, share with a friend, and leave a review! New epis...

The work day ends at 1 pm, we don’t make the rules!! In today’s episode of Let me Call my Mom, mother/daughter duo get into fun conversations like the Kelce Family, living forever, strength training, Ninja Creami recipes, and more! We need Ninja, Kylie and Donna Kelce to call us, for Dad to not double down on his smoothie, and for Frankie to learn where to go to the bathroom! Rate Let Me Call my M...

You’re officially part of the DeSimone household as mother/daughter duo, Karen and Tori, dive into their favorite DeSimone Family Vacation stories. Some were GREAT, and some were sick (to say the least!). The two catch up on Father’s Day, Ross’s weird smoothies, their ninja creami adventure, book recs, Frankie’s diva moments, and lots of laughs! Enjoy!  Rate Let Me Call my Mom 5 stars, share with...

Just good ol’ fashioned, catching up with mother/daughter duo, Karen and Tori DeSimone! This week Karen and Tori dive into fun topics like ACOTAR walks, their eventful weekends out, James Charles and Bye Sister, getting pulled over, when to wash your bras, and more!  Rate Let Me Call my Mom 5 stars, share with a friend, and leave a review! New episodes every Friday! Watch this episode on YouTube &...

We all know Tori, but today we get to know our mom, Karen!! Karen has so much more to her than meets the eye and today, mother/daughter duo, Tori and Karen, dive into what Karen was like growing up! In this episode you’ll find the meet cute story of Karen and Ross, finance advice, traveling abroad in college, raising kids, and lots of fun, beach life banter.  Rate Let Me Call my Mom 5 stars, share...

The calm AFTER the storm, and mother/daughter duo Karen & Tori are settling in just fine to life at the beach! Today’s episode is light and fun with their summer bucket list, Karen’s reading goal, a delicious recipe to add to your weekly meal rotation (and a bonus chicken salad recipe), and all the family banter! We hope you love this episode!!!  Rate Let Me Call my Mom 5 stars, share with a f...