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These Can"t Be My Kids

These Can’t Be My Kids is the #1 podcast for parents of grown kids—or anyone still asking themselves, “Did I really raise these people?” Hosted by two sisters with nine adult children between them—Leila (married, logical, girl-heavy household) and Karen (single, spiritual, and boy-mom to the core)—this show delivers real talk, raw laughs, and relatable breakdowns about parenting long past 21! Feel free to like, comment, subscribe and engage with us.

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00:32:51

Still Mothering: The Mental Load We Carry - Live

These Can"t Be My Kids ·

2025/10/08

Motherhood doesn’t end when your kids turn 18—it just changes jobs. In this episode, Karen and Leila unpack the invisible weight moms keep carrying long after their children are grown. From being the “emotional ATM” and late-night crisis contact to managing everyone’s appointments, birthdays, and breakdowns, the mental load is real.Karen shares what it’s like to carry it all as a single mom with adult kids still at home, while Leila offers the married perspective—where even with a helpful husband,

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00:13:26

The Empty Nugget

These Can"t Be My Kids ·

2025/10/03

🍗✨ What would you do if you cut open your chicken nugget and found… NOTHING?Amanda Reed did just that — and her viral call-out to Walmart had the internet screaming. We’re breaking down the saga of the hollow nugget, the audacity of it all, and why sometimes you’ve got to laugh (before you cry over your snack).🎧 Tap in to this week’s It’s the Audacity for Me segment — because breading without chicken is a whole new level of disrespect.#ItsTheAudacityForMe #PodcastClip #ChickenNuggetGate

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00:36:22

Red Flags and Blind Spots

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2025/10/01

When it comes to dating, parents spot the warning signs long before their grown kids do. From disrespectful communication and financial messes to couch-surfing partners and drama-filled “situationships,” the red flags wave loud and clear—but love can make our kids blind to them.In this episode, Leila and Karen share personal stories, break down the most common red flags in adult children’s relationships, and talk about how parents can respond without pushing their kids further into bad choices.👉

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00:16:55

The Tree, The Shade, and The Nerve

These Can"t Be My Kids ·

2025/09/19

When your neighbor’s tree is two houses away but somehow becomes your full-time problem… the audacity writes itself. In this episode of It’s the Audacity for Me, Karen and Leila dive into the hilarious story of a woman who tried to get her neighbor’s tree cut down with notes, city complaints, and even a threat to run for mayor. From petty neighbor drama to over-the-top entitlement, we break down the wildest parts of this viral tale with humor, sibling banter, and a reminder that audacity doesn’t

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00:32:24

Sh*t Happens

These Can"t Be My Kids ·

2025/09/17

In this brutally honest and hilariously relatable episode of These Can’t Be My Kids, Leila and Karen dive into the chaos of parenting adult children—where the messes aren’t diapers, they’re emotional breakdowns, surprise Venmo requests, and existential career pivots. From financial fiascos to relationship drama and identity reinventions, “Shit Happens” explores the unpredictable reality of guiding grown kids through life while keeping your own sanity intact. If you’ve ever asked, “Did I really raise

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00:13:31

It's the Audacity for Me! Casap Delusion

These Can"t Be My Kids ·

2025/09/12

This week on “It’s the Audacity for Me,” Leila and Karen unpack the jaw-dropping case of a Wisconsin teen who allegedly killed his parents, lived with their bodies for weeks, and then plotted to assassinate the U.S. president. This story has audacity stacked on audacity.

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00:33:59

How Heavy is Your Cape?

These Can"t Be My Kids ·

2025/09/10

From tears in Colorado to boundaries in Mansfield, this is a soul-stirring call to every momma still trying to rescue grown folks while losing yourself. If your cape is dragging, this episode will help you fold it up, breathe deep, and reclaim your peace. DM us your “cape moment” and tag #HeavyCape and #TheseCantBeMyKids.

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00:10:38

Traffic Jam, Ego Slam...

These Can"t Be My Kids ·

2025/08/28

...because the cyclist wasn’t the problem. This week, Karen and Leila break down a viral clip that had us clutching our steering wheels. A woman in traffic decides the real villain of her day… is a cyclist legally using the lane. The biker’s chill. But sis in the car? She’s got full-blown road rage and zero understanding of traffic law. Watch the clip. Stay for the commentary.

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00:31:58

Kamoni vs. Common Sense

These Can"t Be My Kids ·

2025/08/26

Kamoni booked a one-way ticket to Colombia with nothing but his checked bag and his last paycheck, and a dream he clearly borrowed from someone else. No itinerary. No Spanish. No travel insurance. Just vibes and a passport after getting fired Mid-Week.He landed in Bogotá like he was starring in his own travel documentary—except there was no crew, no budget, and no plan. Within two weeks, he’d spent all his money on street food, Columbian food , and a guided Pablo Escobar tour ”that may or may not

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00:14:54

What's the AUDACITY?

These Can"t Be My Kids ·

2025/08/15

The Car? The Coffin? Or No Accountability? You tell us. This episode dives into grief, gaslighting, and general accountability. #ItsTheAudacityForMe #NewEpisodeAlert #TuneInTonight #FYP

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00:29:03

Raised Them Right. They Clocked Out Wrong.

These Can"t Be My Kids ·

2025/08/13

You gave them the résumé, the references, and the ride to work. They gave you tardiness, attitude, and a termination notice with your last name on it. In this brutally honest and hilariously painful episode, Leila unpacks what happens when your adult kids fumble the professional opportunities you built from scratch. From missed shifts to missed signals, it’s a masterclass in entitlement and the fine line between parenting and HR.Expect laughter, a few deep sighs, and the kind of storytelling only a

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00:22:58

The Audacity of the PIP

These Can"t Be My Kids ·

2025/08/08

Ever been blindsided by a Performance Improvement Plan that felt more like a corporate breakup letter than a growth opportunity? In this episode, Leila and Karen dive headfirst into the absurdity of being placed on a PIP—especially when the only thing that needed improving was management’s self-awareness.Whether you’re currently on a PIP, survived one, or just love a good workplace drama, this episode is your cathartic laugh and empowering pep talk rolled into one.

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00:27:31

The Monsters we Make

These Can"t Be My Kids ·

2025/08/06

In this episode, Karen and Leila connect with another mom of adult children and dive deep into the hilarious and horrifying aspects of parenting. #TheseCantBeMyKids #fyp #Podcast #ParentingPodcast

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00:19:11

It's the Audacity for Me! The Bachelorette Shakedown

These Can"t Be My Kids ·

2025/08/01

You ever meet someone and barely finish learning their name before you're hit with an invite that screams, “Pack your bags, empty your wallet, and pretend we’re besties”? Yeah, us too. This episode spills all the tea on a bachelorette invite that had us blinking in disbelief—complete with group chat drama, five-star expectations, and a price tag that said “ma'am, be serious.” We hadn’t even RSVPed and already felt like escapees from a reality show. Buckle up because this audacious tale is about to

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00:28:40

This Is Motherhood: Part Love, Part Cardiac Trauma!

These Can"t Be My Kids ·

2025/07/30

Motherhood doesn’t end when they move out—it just evolves into emotionally-funded chaos, surprise Venmo requests, and 2AM therapy texts. In this episode, Karen breaks down the science of stress-induced heartache with a hilariously honest look at Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy, aka Broken Heart Syndrome: a temporary condition where emotional whiplash causes the heart’s left ventricle to balloon, usually after intense stress.Karen and Leila takes listeners deep into the trenches of parenting adult

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00:32:37

How do we set boundaries when our children repeatedly...

These Can"t Be My Kids ·

2025/07/25

Feeling drained, frustrated, and questioning every parenting decision you’ve ever made? You’re not alone. Grab your favorite drink and join Karen and Leila as they unpack the chaos of parenting adult children—sharing firsthand experiences with the stress, the drama, and those jaw-dropping moments that make us say, These Can't Be My Kids! How do we set boundaries when our children repeatedly make poor life choices? Are there mothers out there who have finally said, Enough is enough and cut ties

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00:36:27

Do you really have a favorite child or is it perception?

These Can"t Be My Kids ·

2025/07/25

In this episode of These Can't Be My Kids, we tackle the age-old struggle of parental favoritism—or at least the perception of it. When adult children are convinced, you coddle one, enable another, and outright neglect the third, how do parents keep the peace? Is fairness even possible, or is it just another myth of parenthood? Join us as we dig into the guilt, the accusations, and the exhausting search for balance in a family where nobody seems to agree on what's "fair."

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00:28:17

OMG! Whose The Parent?

These Can"t Be My Kids ·

2025/07/25

In this laugh-out-loud episode, we dive into the hilariously confusing world of reverse parenting—when our adult children decide it’s their job to teach us how to be responsible grown-ups! From lectures about relationships to unsolicited advice on handling our health (as if we haven’t been doing it for decades), we share the absurd moments when our kids take charge and treat us like clueless rookies in the game of life.

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00:31:32

Tattoos & the Hero

These Can"t Be My Kids ·

2025/07/25

This week, we’re talking about the kind of stories that make moms everywhere shake their heads and say, “What the H***” One of our sons decided a ridiculous tattoo was a great idea (spoiler: it wasn’t), and another thought sneaking into abandoned buildings was a fun weekend hobby. From ink regrets to urban adventures, we’re sharing the laughs, the gasps, and the FOOLISH! Moments that come with our boys who keep life interesting. Grab your coffee—or wine—and join us for some good old-fashioned mom

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00:32:49

Special Mother's Day Episode

These Can"t Be My Kids ·

2025/07/25

Karen and Leila sit down for an honest conversation about the unseen sacrifices parents make—those quiet, everyday choices that our children may never fully grasp. They take a deep dive into the meaning of sacrifice, as Karen opens up about her personal struggle with feeling responsible for the way her children behave. Together, they explore the different ways parents give of themselves, from time and energy to emotional and financial support, all while reflecting on the thoughts and attitudes of

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