The Whinypaluza Podcast

Helping children build self confidence is one of the most important things we do as parents. In this fan favorite episode of  Whinypaluza , Rebecca Greene and Seth Greene talk about what really helps kids believe in themselves. They share honest thoughts on how confidence grows through trying new things, learning from mistakes, being encouraged by trusted adults, and discovering what makes ea...

What happens when you do everything right… and still feel completely burned out?  In this episode of Whinypaluza, Rebecca Greene sits down with JoAnn Crohn, founder of No Guilt Mom, to talk about burnout, the mental load, and why so many women feel overwhelmed even when they are doing it all. JoAnn shares the moment she broke down on Christmas after carrying everything for everyone and how th...

Moms, we do this all day long… we fool ourselves. In this Whinypaluza Wednesday episode, Rebecca Greene and Seth Greene unpack the everyday thoughts and habits that quietly keep moms overwhelmed, exhausted, and stuck in unrealistic expectations. From saying “I’m fine” when we’re not, to believing we have to earn rest, Rebecca shares real-life examples of how these patterns show up and how they imp...

What if the reason you feel overwhelmed as a parent isn’t because you’re failing… but because no one ever showed you how to regulate your own emotions? In this powerful episode of Whinypaluza, host Rebecca Greene sits down with Irin Rubin, co-founder of MamaZen, a mindful parenting platform helping over 182,000 parents manage anxiety, burnout, and emotional overwhelm. Irin shares her deeply person...

What happens when your child asks for less pressure… and you realize you might be part of the reason they feel it? In this honest Whinypaluza Wednesday conversation, Rebecca and Seth Greene unpack the delicate balance between raising high achievers and protecting their mental health. From grades and expectations to over-scheduling and self-worth, this episode dives into what really matters and how...

Have you ever looked at your life and thought… I did everything right, so why don’t I feel like myself? In this powerful episode of Whinypaluza, host Rebecca Greene sits down with Alaina Love, CEO of Purpose Linked Consulting and author of  Permission to Be You , to talk about something so many moms feel but rarely say out loud… losing yourself while taking care of everyone else. Alaina share...

Sometimes support is not about having the perfect words. It is about knowing when to stop talking, stop comparing, and simply show up. In this heartfelt Whinypaluza Wednesday episode, Rebecca Greene and Seth Greene talk about what true support looks like when life hits hard. Rebecca shares a deeply personal reflection on what she learned during an emotionally overwhelming season, including why ven...

What if the goal of grief was not to “move on,” but to carry love forward in a new way? In this moving episode, Rebecca Greene talks with Patricia D. Freudenberg, known as Patty, about grief, remembrance, and how to transform pain into a living legacy. Patty shares how her work through Miss-U-Gram grew from years of listening to people open up in her beauty chair, and how that experience led her t...

When grief hits, it does not follow a neat little schedule. In this heartfelt Whinypaluza Wednesday conversation, Rebecca Greene and Seth Greene talk openly about the loss of their dog Tanner, the emotional roller coaster of grief, and what it looks like to keep parenting, working, and showing up while carrying sadness. Rebecca shares how grief can move through denial, anger, bargaining, sadness,...

Ever feel like loving your teen is like trying to hug a cactus? Rebecca Greene talks with Dr. Alexandra Rogers, a retired clinical psychologist with decades of experience supporting children and families. They dig into the parenting pain points that show up in real life: separation anxiety, power struggles, depression and anxiety, OCD, autism meltdowns, hyperactivity, and safety conversations. Dr....

Rebecca Greene and Seth Greene celebrate their daughter, Ella, turning 17 and share what they’ve learned from parenting her. What if your teenager is not the problem to solve but the person who shows you who you need to become? Rebecca and Seth Greene reflect on their daughter, Ella, turning 17 and the life lessons they’ve learned from her. They talk about embracing individuality, building confide...

I am so excited to share this week’s podcast episode with you. I had the absolute joy of interviewing my daughter, Ella, for her seventeenth birthday, and it turned into one of the most honest and moving conversations we have ever had on the podcast. We went deep into what it is really like to be a teenager today, how she has built her own confidence, and what she has taught me about being a mothe...

What if your biggest regret is not what you did, but what you kept putting off because you were waiting for “someday”? Rebecca and Seth talk about how regrets quietly build when we replay decisions, avoid hard conversations, and postpone joy until life feels easier. This episode is a real-time reminder to stop living in the “what if” loop, get honest about what matters, and start making memories n...

 When the people who have always cared for us need our help, we often step into the caregiver role without a second thought. But what happens when the emotional and physical toll of caregiving becomes too much to bear? In this episode, we explore the realities of caregiver burnout and the complex family dynamics that can arise when roles are reversed Join Whinypaluza Podcast with host Rebecca...

In Honor of Our Dog Tanner Have you ever loved a pet so much that losing them changes the whole rhythm of your home? Rebecca and Seth share an emotional conversation honoring their golden retriever, Tanner. They walk through the long, confusing year of trying to figure out his limp, the exhausting search for answers, the MRI that finally revealed the truth, and the grief of saying goodbye. They al...

What if you could replace a lifetime of self doubt with a daily practice of self love? So many of us, especially women over 40, struggle with the feeling that we are not enough. We put everyone else’s needs before our own and forget how to prioritize ourselves. This conversation is a powerful reminder that you are worthy of your own love and attention. In this episode of Whinypaluza, Rebecca Green...

We are bringing back a true fan favorite from 2024.  As the Greene family is grieving the loss of their sweet dog, Tanner, this conversation feels like the kind of steady, supportive reminder we all need, especially when life feels heavy. If you have kids (or love someone who does), this one is worth a re-listen. Building self-confidence in children is a pivotal aspect of their development, a...

This heartfelt Valentine’s Day episode brings you inside Rebecca and Seth Greene’s 22-year love story—from their almost-Valentine's first date to the lessons learned through parenting, conflict, and connection. With humor, vulnerability, and zero filters, they reflect on marriage, growth, and how love evolves when you choose each other every day. They talk about rituals that keep them close, TikTo...

In this Whinypaluza Wednesday episode, Rebecca Greene delivers a raw, heartfelt pep talk for parents who feel exhausted, discouraged, or like nothing they’re doing is working. Speaking honestly about the long game of parenting, Rebecca reminds parents that struggle does not equal failure, boundaries still matter, and connection always comes before control. This episode is part encouragement, part...

What if conflict is not a sign that something is wrong, but proof that something matters, and we were never taught how to handle it? In this eye-opening episode of Whinypaluza, host Rebecca Greene sits down with Kimberly Best, RN, MA, a mediator and conflict management expert who spent years in critical care before dedicating her career to helping people navigate the conversations they avoid most....

Do you ever find yourself caught in a cycle of self blame, taking responsibility for things that are far beyond your control?  In this heartfelt and insightful episode, Rebecca and Seth Greene explore the pervasive nature of self blame and offer a compassionate guide to letting it go. They share personal stories and practical strategies to help you distinguish between healthy responsibility a...

Burnout has quietly become a badge of honor. But what if it is actually your nervous system asking you to stop, listen, and do things differently? In this episode of  Whinypaluza Podcast , Rebecca Greene sits down with Helen Malinowski, founder of the Somatic Integration Institute and Beacon of Hope Counseling, for a deeply grounding conversation about sustainable success. Helen shares how he...

What happens when winter storms outside mirror the emotional storms happening inside your home? In this Whinypaluza Wednesday episode, Rebecca Greene opens up about the physical dangers and emotional weight that winter brings, especially for families with kids away at college. With constant storm warnings, difficult drives, and the heartbreak of readjusting after a child returns to school, Rebecca...

What if your money stress is not just about money but about your health, your upbringing, and how your brain learned to survive? Rebecca Greene sits down with Dr. Darla Bishop, known as FinanSis, to explore the powerful connection between money, stress, health, and family well being. Raised in Detroit and grounded in both lived experience and public health research, Dr. Darla explains how financia...

What can a lifelong love of the Buffalo Bills teach us about resilience, loyalty, leadership, and how to keep going when life knocks us down? In this heartfelt and surprisingly insightful episode of Whinypaluza, Rebecca Greene is joined by her husband Seth Greene to explore the powerful life lessons she has learned from growing up surrounded by Buffalo Bills fandom. From never giving up and believ...