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Unprepared with Sahar and Rachel

Welcome to Unprepared with Sahar and Rachel, the podcast where two working moms dive into the real, raw, and often chaotic moments of balancing careers, family, and everything in between. Join us as we chat about motherhood, navigating relationships, the latest trends, skincare secrets, self-care practices, and all the things that make up our crazy yet rewarding lives. With candid conversations and plenty of laughs, we’ll cover the ups, downs, and in-betweens of being a modern mom. Tune in for a

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Ep. 43 - Festive to Frazzled: Bops, Flops & 2026 Goals

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2026/01/06

This week, Anna and Sahar chat all things Christmas and NYE, and the post-holiday hangover that comes once the celebrations end. They reflect on 2025 by sharing their biggest bops and flops of the year, then look ahead with their resolutions and intentions for 2026. A cozy, honest reset to ease you into the new year.

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60:42

Ep. 42- These are a few of our favorite things...

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2025/12/23

In this episode of Unprepared with Sahar and Rachel, the girls are back together with Anna for what feels like week 50of nonstop catching up. From hosting the ultimate girls’ night gingerbread house craft party (hot glue gun drama included) to surviving the chaos and pressure of holiday season parenting, nothing is off the table.They dive into the realities of mom guilt, apologizing to your kids, and letting go of perfection—especially when it comes to Christmas outfits, themed school days, and

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Ep. 41 - Catch Ups and Hot Takes

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2025/12/16

In this episode, we’re catching up on life lately—from Thanksgiving highlights and NYC moments to snow days, holiday prep, and the annual chaos of Spotify Wrapped. Then we lean into some truly unpopular opinions, sharing our hot takes on coffee, martinis, sitcoms, the beach, school success, leftovers, and whether money really can buy happiness (at least a little). Lighthearted, honest, and very opinionated—come hang out with us.

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Ep. 40 - Catching Up & Turning the Heat Back On

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2025/11/25

Rachel is back with Anna this week, and the catch-up is long overdue. They dive into what life has looked like lately—juggling kids, work, friendships, and everything in between—before getting into the big topic: how to keep the spark alive in a marriage after having kids. From the honest struggles to the small things that make a big difference, they share what’s worked, what hasn’t, and why effort still matters even on the most chaotic days. Tune in for real talk, laughs, and a reminder that you’re

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Ep. 39 - The Season of Doing Too Much

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2025/11/18

This week, Sahar and Anna unpack their ongoing screen-time challenge, how it’s going… and how it’s actually going. With the holidays barreling toward us, they dig into the mounting to-dos, shifting schedules, and the invisible work that mothers shoulder this time of year. From juggling school events and family plans to carving out a little sanity, they break down the pressure points, the small wins, and what they’re trying to let go of. A relatable mix of honesty, humor, and holiday chaos.

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Ep. 38 - Cutting Screen Time (Kind Of) & Catching Up...

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2025/11/11

In this week’s episode, we check in on how our screen time challenge is going — are we really cutting back, or just finding new ways to scroll? 👀 We also share a quick recap of the shows we’re obsessed with right now and the books that have been keeping us hooked.Plus, we dive into the latest pop culture buzz surrounding Kayla Nicole and the controversy over her Halloween costume — what actually happened, and why is everyone talking about it?

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Ep. 37 - Welcome to the Haunted House — where the...

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2025/11/04

Sahar and Anna are walking through their own version of a haunted house filled with the everyday horrors that haunt us all.Inside you’ll find:🎃 Gatekeepers at the door📞 Calls from your kid’s school💀 Old cringey Facebook posts💅 And that one eyebrow lady who always asks, “upper lip too?”

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Ep. 36 - Ep. 33 - Here for it (part 2)

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2025/10/28

Sahar and Anna are back with Part 2 of their “Here For It” series — where they run through the trends, topics, and internet debates everyone’s talking about and decide if they’re… well, here for it. This week, they weigh in on many things, including Golden Goose shoes, the ongoing obsession with nepo babies, and whether cancel culture has finally run its course. Expect hot takes, strong opinions, and a lot of laughter as they decide what’s in, what’s out, and what’s just plain confusing.

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59:42

Ep. 35 - Here for It (and Some Things We’re...

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2025/10/21

Sahar is joined by guest co-host Anna for Part 1 of a fast-paced pop culture round-up where they dive into some of 2025's biggest trends — Expect plenty of laughter, strong opinions, and a few unfiltered takes along the way.

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Ep. 34 - Refilling Your Cup: Motherhood, Friendship,...

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2025/10/14

In this episode, Sahar is joined by guest host Anna, a mom of four — including a set of twins — who opens up about the beautiful chaos of raising multiple kids. Anna shares how becoming a twin mom has reshaped her outlook on motherhood, identity, and friendship, and why nurturing meaningful connections has become such an important way to refill her cup.

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Ep. 33 - Solo Parenting and Growing Up in Chaos: A...

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2025/09/30

In today’s episode, Sahar and her friend Vanessa begin by talking about the everyday realities of solo parenting—the challenges, the resilience it requires, and the unexpected moments of joy. The conversation then shifts into Vanessa’s deeply personal story of growing up with a mother who faced substance abuse and mental health struggles. She shares how those early experiences shaped her, the coping mechanisms she developed, and the lessons she carries into adulthood.

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Ep. 32 - Inherited Values

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2025/09/23

Sahar is joined by special guest Judy Cho for an insightful conversation about growing up in immigrant households. Together, they reflect on the unique experiences that shaped them and explore how those influences show up in their parenting today.

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Ep. 31 - What Matters Most

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2025/09/09

In this episode, Sahar is joined by guest co-host Vanessa Nish for an honest conversation about motherhood and the ways it has reshaped their identities, priorities, and perspectives. From the small daily shifts to the big life changes, they explore how becoming a mom transforms not just how you parent, but who you are!Connect with @unprepared_w_sahar_and_rachel for more!

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Ep. 30 - Still Unprepared: The Highs and Lows of Mom...

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2025/09/02

We flashback to one of our favorite episodes, we're diving into the whirlwind world of social media and how it shapes our experiences as moms. Join us as we explore the double-edged sword of connectivity that platforms like Instagram and TikTok.We’ll discuss the ways social media has become a lifeline for community and support during motherhood, while also examining the overwhelming tide of judgment, comparison, and misinformation that can follow. From the constant need to measure up to

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Ep. 29 -The Road Not Taken: Sahar's & Rachel's...

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2025/08/26

Ever wonder what your life would look like if you'd taken a different path? This week, Rachel (35 weeks pregnant and over the heat) and Sahar (drowning in school apps) dive into their fantasy alternate lives. Sahar dreams of a chic life as a skincare esthetician in New York City, while Rachel fantasizes about running an animal rescue in Europe. They debate the mental load of school lunches vs. bedtime, play some "Would You Rather?" (Personal chef or housekeeper? Wine or ice cream?), and share the

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Ep. 28 - Through the Lens of Our Own Childhoods: How...

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2025/08/19

Welcome back to Unprepared with Rachel and Sahar! This week, we’re diving into a topic every parent can relate to—how our own upbringings shape the way we raise our kids. From strict immigrant households to free-spirited third-child chaos, we compare our childhoods and discuss the values, discipline styles, and traditions we’ve carried forward (or left behind).Plus, Sahar spills on her wildly different high school reunion experience (and why you should definitely go to yours). Whether you’re a

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Ep. 27 - Spiders vs. Spa Robes, Boob Jobs, and Lake...

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2025/08/12

Welcome back to Unprepared with Sahar and Rachel after a brief hiatus—and boy, do we have stories to share! In this episode, the hosts recap their very different recent trips: Sahar’s rustic, chaotic family adventure at a spider-filled Canadian lake cottage (complete with 10 kids and zero showers) versus Rachel’s ultra-luxurious, butler-serviced baby moon at Nemacolin Resort.From debating "outdoorsy vs. outsidey" lifestyles to the shocking $10,000 price difference between plastic surgeons (yes,

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Ep. 26 - Humble Beginnings: A Blast from the Podcast...

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2025/08/05

This week we are feeling nostalgic! Join us for a look back on our journey so far, remixed and remastered for your listening pleasure. It's hard to believe it has already been 25 episodes since we first began this wild ride and we appreciate each and everyone of you for continuing to tune in to our show. So lets hop in the imagination time machine and check out where it all began!Whether you are new to the show or have been here since day one, this episode serves as a great reminder of why we

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Ep. 25 - Date Night Disaster: The Sitter Who Called a...

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2025/07/29

Welcome back to Unprepared with Sahar and Rachel! This week, we’re diving into the wild world of babysitters. The girls share their craziest sitter stories, from a woman who definitely is(n’t) a smoker, to a girl who recognized ADHD in Sahar’s child and brought it up in the worst way possible, and these aren’t even the craziest you’ll hear!Then, we pivot to the bedtime struggle bus—how do you wrangle multiple kids into bed without losing your sanity? Rachel’s terrified of adding a third to the mix,

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Ep. 24 - Raising Kids (and Husbands) with Rachel’s...

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2025/07/22

Welcome back to Unprepared! In this dynamite episode, Sahar and Rachel hang out with Cameron Kaplan, Rachel’s sister-in-law! They talk about Cameron’s yearly visit to Rachel’s house, and the inevitable chaos that comes when 2 families of littles crash together. From chocolate bunny disasters, to great ideas for wholesome family fun, this episode is electric from the first second, to the last!The girls also dive into more serious talk, with insights on being a woman in a male-dominated investment

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