Kelly Stumpe and Lizz St. John are third generation auto-industry experts and best known for reviewing cars from the millennial mom point of view on Instagram a...
Adding a new item to the bucket list - getting a sound from this podcast to go viral! Will a clip from this episode be the one to do it?
Kelly starts the episode today reflecting on Sketchers. They spent a ton of money on a Super Bowl commercial, maybe it's time for them to make a big comeback. What Gen Z celebrities can they tap into to make Sketchers trend again? Speaking of things that are trending on the internet right now, what is the trending food currently? It's all about combo protein and energy drinks on our timeline.
Lizz is making big moves and committing herself to learning new skills in 2025. She already talked about becoming a certified CPST and now she's going back to school... well, online school. Lizz is taking photography classes online and this might inspire you to learn something new this year.
The ladies also need to talk about the Poppi controversy. When the brand sent a ton of influencers Poppi soda lending machines it caused quite the stir on the internet. Kelly and Lizz talk about what went wrong and brands that do it right when it comes to influencer gifts.
In Industry News, Kelly has exciting news for fans on the Hyundai Palisade. There is a hybrid option coming but not to the US... yet. Stellantis is trying to sway customers back to their brands and the Ram Super Bowl ad with Glen Powell is already seeing great returns.
Finally, Kelly updates everyone on her quest to not go to the grocery store for a week and just eat what's in the house in Ditch the Drive-Thru. Then Lizz updates everyone on the $70 cookies and a hack to keep the rest of the family from eating them.
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35:06
JUSTICE FOR TABLE RUNNERS
There's a new press car in The Car Mom House, a Buick Enclave! Kelly can't wait to get Lizz's blind reaction but will she love the silver color? We do hear silver is making a comeback.
Today in the podcast, Kelly and Lizz are giving their reactions to the Super Bowl and the real star of the show - Kendrick Lamar's jeans. Skechers must be rolling in it to score a Super Bowl spot with Martha Stewart. Tom Brady must be in need of money with as many spots he was in. Plus, why can't they just leave Taylor Swift alone?
In Driveway Dumps, Kelly is newly obsessed with spoonflower. Lizz is discovering the jokes parents have been making for years in discovering the misogyny in "Wheels On the Bus." And once again they are asking, how many people are really off-roading?
Kelly is answering your advice questions again today. First, she talks to a mom who is looking for an SUV to fit her three kids with plenty of trunk space. Is a minivan the real answer here? Then a mom is wondering what car seats to get to do three across on a Wagoneer.
There is a new kind of electric vehicle coming to market in Industry News. What makes Ford's EREV different? Finally for Ditch the Drive-Thru Kelly is making a marry me chicken pasta.
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49:01
EVERYTHING IS EXPENSIVE
Candle-gate continues on today's episode. Has Tyler replaced the one he broke yet? It's hard when he's been so busy on all the projects around the farm, including a pool!
Kelly and Lizz talk about all the tariff drama from last week and how it turned out to be nothing, at least for now. But there is still plenty to talk about in the car industry, specifically the used car market. Bottom line, everything is expensive right now.
Speaking of expensive, how is it you can have $75 worth of groceries and still not have an entire meal? It's time to normalize to having just a main dish for a meal and not all the sides. Kelly blames the three-compartment kid's plates and is ready to throw them all out.
Last week on the podcast, Kelly and Lizz talked about all the scary things in your food and home products that everyone on the internet tries to warn you about. It can all feel so overwhelming, so today they are sharing the simple switches they made that helped them sleep better at night.
There is big news for The Car Mom family as Kelly got her CPST recertification while doing some good in the community. But even bigger news, Lizz is in the process of getting her CPST certification as well! This leads right into a big Industry News story on the Consumer Reports infant car seat tests. Is it time to worry?
Finally, the biggest story of the day - The Car Mom Car of the Year top 4 finalists have been announced! Did your favorite make the cut?
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46:05
THINGS TYLER BROKE
Could a Carpool podcast merch drop be in the works? Standy by for a sweatshirt!
Today on the podcast, Kelly explains why she is keeping notes during Tyler's clumsy phase. So far he's broken a candle, light and barstool and she's keeping the info for future use. Meanwhile, Lizz is getting frustrated with social media telling her everything is dangerous. She WILL keep using fragrances!
In Last Three Transactions, Kelly and Lizz will explain their recent bank account subtractions! Kelly is still raving over the retractable markers and bought more for their mom's house. Lizz spent a LOT on lactation cookies. Will they be worth it? Plus, a new dress, vitamins, a light switch plate and begrudgingly signing up for Paramount+.
Kelly must address the AI Ford Excursion everyone is sending her in Industry News. It looks nice but it's time to separate fact from fiction. Also, could more self-driving cars be on the road soon? And can you trust them?
Finally, in Ditch the Drive-Thru Kelly is bringing back a Carpool favorite - salmon bowls!
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51:56
NO ONE'S MAD AT CHIPS AND SALSA
Kelly and Lizz are back together in the same place to record the podcast! But this may be the last time it happens for a while. Why? It's all about efficiency in 2025!
Today on the podcast Kelly has a wrap-up of Fred's birthday party. She's breaking down what worked and what didn't. Was the chuck roast, ziti and green beans a success? She learned some very important lessons including the need for a utensil caddy and a chip and salsa bowl.
In Industry News, the word on everyone's lips is tariffs! What does it mean for the auto industry? This story is constantly changing (if fact, it changed since this episode was recorded Monday morning) and there are so many talking heads saying different things. What do you need to know if you're looking to buy a car right now? Basically, do not rush into a car purchase and Kelly will explain why.
Finally, Kelly and Lizz reveal their weird quirks and in Ditch the Drive-Thru remind us of a very simple way to elevate a simple meal when you just don't want to cook.
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Kelly Stumpe and Lizz St. John are third generation auto-industry experts and best known for reviewing cars from the millennial mom point of view on Instagram and YouTube. As a work from home mom of four, Kelly found herself craving a brain-break and some adult conversation so she convinced her sister Lizz, mom of two to create a podcast to do just that. Join Kelly and Lizz for a dose of entertaining and lighthearted conversation, games, and auto-industry news while they navigate life as business partners, best friends, and sisters.
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