The Carpool with Kelly and Lizz

Embrace the chaos! Celebrate the 200th episode of the Carpool podcast with Kelly and Lizz! Visit your local hospital cafe for lunch wraps! And renovate your house, too!  On this jam packed episode, Kelly and Lizz consider the evolution of the Carpool podcast and bring you a millennial word of the day that might be one of the last. The word 'bag' means making money as in, "Get that bag, girl!" Kell...

Kid-free travel? Yes please! Kelly is headed to a wedding, trying on tangents, and sending all the Carpool moms well-washed car wishes this month.  Kelly and Lizz want Sydney and Grayson to think they're cool, but today's millennial word 'brick' might not be the way to do it. If you're trying to impress the younger crowd, though, just whip this one out anytime you need to indicate that something i...

Are you a part of the best mom group on the internet? The Car Mom Crew facebook group is so good Lizz wants advice incognito and important episode corrections are coming in from the comment section. → We're just two months away from The Car Mom Auto Show! Grab your VIP tickets before they sell out! IF you're talking without saying much you might be guilty of yapping, which is today's millennial wo...

Happy Mother's Day to all the Carpool moms who are in the trenches of mothering! Lizz is getting ready for her first mother's day with James in her arms and Kelly just wants to cook a big family meal in peace.  Sydney came through with today's millennial word of the day on a recent phone call with Lizz. Faded has a new meaning and Gen Z is using it to mean 'skipped' as in 'she faded Mother's Day.'...

Why not be the fun mom? On this episode of the Carpool Kelly and Lizz are elevating their maternity and motherhood journeys. Listen in to hear their baby-veggie sagas, home updates, and more. For today's millennial word of the day Lizz has an update on the water bottle debate straight from the mouth of a qualified Gen Z mom. She and Kelly will be holding on to their Stanleys for life.  What's with...

To celebrate Lizz's first day with no nausea, this episode kicks off with some tasty inspiration for an at-home bar night with your air fryer and nachos for a crowd.  Today's millennial word of the day is 'Rizzler' with variations of Rizzley Bear, The Rizzard of Oz, Rizz God. This fun twist on the slang word 'rizz' indicates someone with a lot of romantic charisma—despite how Kelly would like it t...

Ready to go electric, but not in an EV way? Then you won't want to miss the The Car Mom Auto Show. Kelly and Lizz kick off the episode raving about Nuna car seats and the car seat expert, Sam, who will be at the Auto Show helping you keep up with car seats.  Palpable is today's Merriam Webster word of the day. When you need a better word for something that's obvious, notable, and tangible — palpab...

Kelly's drowning in lotion recommendations, loving her new Beauty Counter face wash and moisturizer, and Lizz is getting excited about driving her new Kia Telluride SX.  Don't yuck my yum, today's millennial word of the day is Gen Z reinventing the wheel again. Lizz is sticking with the classics: don't rain on my parade and don't burst my bubble. Kelly is getting dress-ready, ordering new shorts f...

Between Pat the wallpaper girl, Franny the custom closet designer, and Lizz the bathroom makeover queen Kelly's house is shaping up wonderfully. The gals chat home improvements and little known entrepreneurial opportunities to kick off this jam packed episode of the Carpool podcast! Purloin, today's Merriam Webster word of the day, means to steal something—but not in a serious way.  Are Kelly and...

Kelly's unsettled about a baby name, excited to get her kindergarten teacher vibe going, and Lizz agrees—second baby safety is another level of stress. Get ready for a little less sister sass on this dump-filled episode of the Carpool.  → Join your Carpool friends at the Car Mom Auto Show this July 20th in St. Louis! Tickets are now available.  Lizz has a Gen Alpha (those born 2013 and after) upda...

Lizz is giving Kelly the BEST headspace-saving housewarming gift, Kelly's getting ready to celebrate Tyler's birthday with sushi, and the most delicious Albanese gummy bears are along for the Carpool ride today.  Cozy cardio kicks off the episode as today's Millennial word of the day. This tik tok trend was started by Hope Zuckerbrow, who deserves all of the credit. Light a candle, spray a little...

Welcome to the new Stumpe headquarters! The move was painful and Kelly's ready to complain again but the new place already feels like home after just a few days' stay. Falling in love with her new Speed Queen washer and dryer sure helped, too.  Today's Merriam Webster word of the day is aegis meaning 'under the protection of.' Kelly and Lizz both have delightful new base model luxuries to share to...

FINALLY — Kelly's join pain is improving, the Boys in the Boat book recap is here, and industry news is jam packed!  On today's last three transactions, Lizz ordered the only pregnancy leggings she loves from Lululemon along with pants for Mattie (with a 37 inch inseam!), made a haul from the Just Between Friends sale, and ordered new clothes for James from Target. Kelly ordered a Nuno car seat fo...

Kelly and Lizz are back with New York Auto Show highlights and lowlights. Stellantis is giving flounder. And Sydney is saving the day as a girl who just handles it. Mark your calendar for Saturday, July 20th for a road trip to St. Louis! Tickets are now available for The Car Mom Auto Show including VIP tickets for an iconic Mom's night out experience.  Today's millennial word of the day is 'nyming...

A Sierra Mist scandal, childhood inspired taste drives, and special industry news guest — what more could a Carpooler want? Tune in to hear pregnancy updates, home project progress, and more! Merriam Webster's word of the day today is 'kismet.' Lizz isn't sure why we can't just use fate or destiny, but this word has a little flair for what's meant to be.  Kelly is on a freezer meal rampage. She's...

Are you ready for a Naptime Kitchen Empire? Kelly is! Today Kate joines the gals with a surprise that's giving 'love your neighbor.' Lizz is well rested after getting James to sleep through the night and Kelly is close to finishing Boys In The Boat—so stay tuned for the upcoming book club episode. Today's millennial words are: rage applying (therapeutic and petty!), snail girl era, shift shock, an...

Kelly is feeling humbled by her jumping joints and pregnancy evolution, but today's fast lane philosophy is giving her hope. "To rest is to repair yourself to be used by God," and that's good to hear, especially when you've got to say no to a cool opportunity because of the cost.  Today's millennial word is giving boundaries. 'Acting your wage' is about doing just what you're paid for and Kelly an...

Not one but TWO new Carpool babies are on board for this celebratory episode! Tune in for a full report on family baby announcements and Kelly and Lizz's early pregnancy symptoms. Shout out to @themomfluencer on IG for today's millennial word of the day,  "Do it for the plot," which is the new—and much cooler—way of saying 'yolo.' In driveway dumps Kelly and Lizz talk about detoxing your home. Liz...

Does growing up mean getting boring? Lizz needs some spice in her life and Kelly has kicked her nausea and is headed back to the kitchen feeling inspired.  Today's millennial word of the day is 'sidequest.' These are the little stops you make along the way when you're on your main mission.  Hobbies and fashion trends take over the driveway dumps. If you're looking for something more fun than going...

It's time for a sleep coach, a (planned) surgery for baby James, and big changes for The Truck Dad! Stay tuned for sleep training updates and a visit from Tyler very soon. Coastal grandmother is out, grandpa core is in—and is today's millennial word of the day. Grab your cozy cardigans, sweatshirts with school logos, tweed jackets, and watches if you're ready to hop on this trendy vibe.  Kelly kic...

Where will this episode go with Kelly in the driver's seat and Lizz just along for the ride? Buckle up and listen in to find out. Today's millennial word of the day is 'tradwives.' These are women who want to be traditional wives who do the cooking, cleaning, and stay home with the kids. Kelly and Lizz both remind us that this is just as fine as any other way to be a wife and mom—there's no one wa...

The Pooh Bear look is redeeming Fred's baby boy style, but the highlight of the week is still shopping for new baby girl clothes. On today's episode, Kelly and Lizz share their hot takes on everything from baby thermometers to EV names.  Retinue is today's Merriam Webster word of the day. It means a group of helpers, supporters, or followers. While baby James was sick, Lizz found herself creating...

Fred is giving middle child energy, so it's a good thing Stumpe baby number four is on the way!!! Kelly took an early blood test to reveal the baby's gender and she's sharing the details on today's episode. She's also thinking about her future ride (of course) and ready to order a baby name book.  → What names do you like for Kelly's baby number four? Send your favorites to hello@thecarmomofficial...

Hello Rivian, why didn't you call Kelly? A viral Rivian post is creating controversy over the influence of car seat installation on battery life and she's got thoughts as a car seat tech. Today's millennial word of the day is ELI5 meaning 'explain it like I'm five.' George chimes in to share his latest snake news like he's five. Lizz is excited to share the next book club book announcement. Get yo...