Ep 185: Russian Spies, Scabies Sisters and Saying Things feat. Tina Dybal

Pregnancy and motherhood come with pressure, opinions, and plenty of advice, but very few honest conversations about how it actually feels to be a mom. “Tell Me I’m a Good Mom” speaks to the pressure to get it right and the fear of being judged when we don’t. Through her own transition into motherhood, Lo Bosworth Natale explores the identity shift, expectations, emotional plot twists, and educational hacks that make the journey lighter, all while navigating a culture that performs, posts, and rates motherhood online. This is not about perfect parenting. It is about becoming a mother, for real.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Get your ticket to Shannon's live show on April 12th!https://punchup.live/shannonmiddletonThis week, Shannon is sitting down with comedian and podcaster Tina Dybal to yap about everything inside their brains (strap in). From her Russian roots to winning the 2018 St. Louis' Funniest Person Contest, Tina shares her journey moving to America and following her passion for stand-up. The pair talk about how they met, and bond over their scabies diagnoses and Sabrina Carpenter confetti. They chat about breastfeeding, bodily fluids, the Bible, and how Tina found her now tour mates and best friends, Libby Higgins and Chelcie Lynn. TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Welcome to the Podcast00:16 Name and Russian Roots01:54 Cousin Reveal and Stereotypes04:13 Generational Trauma Theory05:15 Hoarders and A Gift08:39 God Grand Canyon and Chaos13:03 Boobs Milk and Piercings19:14 How We Met at Zanies21:26 Autism Diagnosis and Belonging28:47 Second Guessing and Saying Things33:06 St Louis Backstory Sportsman's Park35:39 Tossing And Muscles36:16 Protein Shake Banter38:57 Rafe vs. Ralph40:53 Tosser Jokes Online42:20 Skincare And Scabies43:58 Comedy Origin Story48:14 Slop City Podcast Grind53:38 Favorite Comedy Milestone59:07 Autism And Childhood Bits01:02:43 Meeting Trailer Trash Tammy01:06:19 Cruise Community Highlights01:08:30 Tour Dates And GoodbyeLINKS:Follow Shannon: https://instagram.com/probablyshannon/Shannon’s tour dates: https://punchup.live/shannonmiddletonFollow Tina: https://www.instagram.com/tinadybal/Tina’s tour dates: https://www.eatmytrash.comFollow Producer Courtney: https://instagram.com/whatsacourtney/Follow Probably A Podcast: https://instagram.com/probablyapodcast/Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/probablyshannonfordProduced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

RERUN: They’re officially MOM AND DAD! Shannon and James sit down to recap the birth of their sweet baby girl, Daisy Patricia Middleton! They discuss the long weeks leading up to her due date, the unexpected parts of labor, and Shannon’s luck: a (wonderful) student nurse who made her cry. Shannon talks about her initial fear of childbirth and what helped ease her anxiety. James shares his perspective from the delivery room, and his shock from the shape of Daisy’s head (parents, you know). Epidural, low blood pressure, swelling, catheters, hemorrhoids, but also the overwhelming joy of being parents: don’t miss episode 164 for all things birth of Daisy.TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Introduction and Welcome00:46 Discussing Birth Fears and Expectations02:57 Preparing for Labor04:27 The Final Days Before Birth08:59 Induction Day and Early Labor17:22 Labor Progress and Epidural Experience27:24 The Student Nurse Encounter29:15 Epidural Challenges and Adjustments34:39 The Long Push and Blood Pressure Scare39:10 The Final Push and Delivery50:31 Post-Delivery Reflections52:03 Nurse Support and Baby's First Moments52:42 Record-Breaking Baby Stats53:34 Postpartum Nurse Experiences57:33 Post-Birth Recovery Challenges58:19 Catheter and Swelling01:01:47 Hemorrhoids and Recovery01:03:33 Lazy Bladder and Number 201:15:25 Baby's Head and Recovery01:17:18 Final Thoughts and GratitudeLINKS:Follow Shannon: https://instagram.com/probablyshannon/Follow James: https://www.instagram.com/jamesmiddletoncoach/Follow Producer Courtney: https://instagram.com/whatsacourtney/Follow Probably A Podcast: https://instagram.com/probablyapodcast/Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/probablyshannonfordProduced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Who’s your favorite new father? Shannon welcomes Taylor Strecker back on the podcast for a catch-up, covering all things BABY. Taylor talks about her “paternity” leave, using the dad identity, and the internet’s pushback over it. They chat about night nurses, babyproofing, and the origin stories of their sweet babies’ names. Taylor spills some details on her recent time in LA, what she’s been working on lately, and her new show on Netflix! Tune in for all of the sweet friend and baby updates!TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Introduction, Welcome Back Taylor01:00 Maternity Leave Reality02:36 Calling Yourself Daddy08:11 Parenting Joys And Fears12:20 Babyproofing Panic13:32 Naming Baby Beau16:38 Daisy Name Story19:32 Goldie Birdie And Trends23:57 Newborn Life And Night Nurse31:24 LA Work And Big News33:52 Podcast With Stassi34:44 Podcast Schedule Overload35:21 Radio Work Ethic Bootcamp36:59 Meeting Stassi and Early Friendship40:54 Sirius Spinoff and Podcast Origins45:33 Solo Podcasting Struggles48:14 Stassi With Tay Partnership53:08 Netflix Deal56:39 Passport Photo Fail01:00:51 Filters, FaceApp and Self Image01:05:26 Uber and Beaver StreetLINKS:Follow Shannon: https://instagram.com/probablyshannon/Follow Taylor: https://www.instagram.com/taylorstrecker/Follow Producer Courtney: https://instagram.com/whatsacourtney/Follow Probably A Podcast: https://instagram.com/probablyapodcast/Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/probablyshannonfordProduced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, Shannon sits down with Producer Courtney to talk about whatever comes to mind. Shannon shares her best makeup tips, her newly added show in Nashville (April 12th, tickets on sale now), and Daisy’s recent milestones. They reminisce about Shannon’s least favorite show, old lady hobbies, pancakes, and the best fast food restaurants. They dive into the flaky salt and Dubai chocolate trends, and yap about their Chinese zodiac signs. The pair talks about the investment of going to the movie theater in 2026, and the golden rule of snacking. Listen for a bunch of nonsense, and reminder: don’t eat too many gummy clusters.TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Introduction01:16 Mistaken for Staff03:18 Makeup Counter Anxiety04:36 One Makeup Tip07:09 Snatched Cheek Trick08:33 Nashville Show News10:54 Nashville Disaster Story14:04 Old Lady Hobbies16:19 Bingo and VFW Memories18:58 Pancake Secrets20:19 Baby Solids Milestones24:36 Toxic Mom Bragging27:36 Baby Memories and Photos31:52 Fast Food Rankings35:00 Taco Bell Takes35:24 Zaxbys Salt Debate36:22 Fast Food Hot Takes39:45 Pistachios + Salt42:20 Chinese Zodiac Chat45:40 ChatGPT Too Familiar56:16 Nerds Clusters Snacks57:27 Movie Theater Prices01:01:52 Baby Food Mom Shame01:07:18 Gummy Cluster WrapLINKS:Follow Shannon: https://instagram.com/probablyshannon/Follow Producer Courtney: https://instagram.com/whatsacourtney/Follow Probably A Podcast: https://instagram.com/probablyapodcast/Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/probablyshannonfordProduced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Running it back for another week, your Boof Squad is back to give you all the advice you need. From humping to crumping, Shannon and Anna Grace are pulling out all the stops. Are rage rooms real? How do they keep their long-distance friendship thriving? How did they meet? What should you do if you catch your husband cheating? How do you navigate your stress, hormones, and nervous system? How should you handle toxic friendships? AG and Shannon give helpful wedding advice and share tips for giving less fucks and feeling confident. Don’t miss all this great advice from your favorite silly girls. TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Welcome Back01:44 Post-Trip Update03:37 Earthquakes & ChatGPT06:00 Cycle Day 2108:45 Postpartum Cycles, Irish Twins & The ‘Crumping’ Detour13:17 Keeping a Long-Distance Friendship Alive16:24 How We Met17:51 Caught Cheating25:16 FWB Is Insecure About Your Income27:49 Nervous System Regulation & Somatic Healing App33:19 Why You Can’t ‘Think’ Your Way Out of Panic (and the platform that helps)35:32 Body-to-Brain Confidence Hacks: Power Poses, Smiling, and Nervous System Safety37:20 Healing & Autoimmune Hope: Hashimoto’s Recovery + App Free Trial38:26 Friend Group Drama: Handling the One Toxic Friend43:55 Lion Tattoos and Raya Matthews46:51 Real-Time Chaos + Wedding Dress Confidence53:19 How to Give Less of a F*ck01:00:33 Big Mad to Big Happy01:07:24 Wrap-Up: Boof Squad Forever + Final GoodbyesLINKS:Follow Shannon: https://instagram.com/probablyshannon/Follow Anna Grace: https://www.instagram.com/annagracenewell/Follow Producer Courtney: https://instagram.com/whatsacourtney/Follow Probably A Podcast: https://instagram.com/probablyapodcast/Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/probablyshannonfordProduced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Your favorite duo is back together to deep dive into the world of Shannon’s lies, fibs, and almost-truths. Did Shannon really break both of her feet? Has she had lip filler? Was the boat engagement staged? Did Shannon and James meet on Raya? Did Shannon drink while she was pregnant? Are Shannon and James swingers? Does she actually love hard-boiled eggs? Tune in to hear the truth (and maybe still a few lies) straight from the source. TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Introduction01:14 Confessions of a Liar03:07 Influencer Secrets Revealed04:13 Donations and Designer Bags06:30 Birthday Shopping Spree Paparazzi11:26 Hair Transformations and Extensions25:02 Lip Filler?32:38 Chin Filler?37:28 Botox?40:12 The Boat Engagement Story46:04 Apartment Deal?49:22 Meeting James on Raya?01:03:18 Drinking while Pregnant?01:07:38 Boiled Egg Subscription?01:09:56 Final Thoughts and Future PlansLINKS:Follow Shannon: https://instagram.com/probablyshannon/Follow Anna Grace: https://www.instagram.com/annagracenewell/Follow Producer Courtney: https://instagram.com/whatsacourtney/Follow Probably A Podcast: https://instagram.com/probablyapodcast/Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/probablyshannonfordProduced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Follow Shannon: https://instagram.com/probablyshannon/Follow Producer Courtney: https://instagram.com/whatsacourtney/Follow Probably A Podcast: https://instagram.com/probablyapodcast/Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/probablyshannonfordProduced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The boof squad is baaack! Shannon and AG sit down for a long-overdue FaceTime life update! AG explains how a meditation retreat very quickly transformed her entire life, and Shannon shares her surprisingly popular New Year’s resolution. They talk about Chinese medicine and Anna Grace’s venture into somatic therapy. A caticorn card is pulled, and AG shares her newest furry family members. Tune in to have a silly, goofy time with your favorite boof squad.TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Introduction01:09 Confessions07:15 Resolutions and Chinese Medicine18:00 Meditation Retreat and Mental Health34:52 Experiencing a Panic Attack36:11 Understanding Somatic Practices39:32 Launching a New Program42:21 Transitioning Away from Influencing56:23 Life Changes and New BeginningsLINKS:Follow Shannon: https://instagram.com/probablyshannon/Follow AG: https://instagram.com/annagracenewellFollow Producer Courtney: https://instagram.com/whatsacourtney/Follow Probably A Podcast: https://instagram.com/probablyapodcast/Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/probablyshannonfordProduced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Shannon is back in the states and solo this week to recap some recent travel, holiday celebrations, and sweet Daisy absolutely crushing her milestones! From Nashville to London to Portugal and back again, Shannon shares the joys and challenges of their first big trip with a baby, but your gurliepop didn’t make it out unscathed (enter: a terrible case of food poisioning). Who really loved the Anthropology Rock? How does Shannon feel about Europe’s healthcare? WHY does everyone keep calling it a Ralph Lauren Christmas? Don’t miss this episode of Probably A Podcast.TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Introduction and Podcast Setup00:22 Holiday Season Reflections01:11 Vacation Time and Work Culture01:56 Nostalgia for 201606:16 Traveling with an Infant07:57 Confession Time13:58 Travel plans24:14 The Anthropology Rock30:59 Christmas and Family36:19 Travel Adventures: London and Portugal38:47 Daisy's Milestones43:38 Baby's Development: Rolling and Sleeping49:31 Food Poisoning Nightmare01:06:28 Upcoming Plans and FarewellLINKS:Follow Shannon: https://instagram.com/probablyshannon/Follow Producer Courtney: https://instagram.com/whatsacourtney/Follow Probably A Podcast: https://instagram.com/probablyapodcast/Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/probablyshannonfordProduced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.