What Fresh Hell: Laughing in the Face of Motherhood

If you have ever found yourself laughing through the chaos of motherhood just to keep from crying, What Fresh Hell is the podcast that gets you. Hosted by Margaret Ables and Amy Wilson, two moms of three who could not be more different in their parenting approaches, this Webby-honored show has racked up over 12 million downloads by turning the daily absurdities of raising kids into genuinely hilarious conversations. Margaret is the laid-back mom who lets things roll off her back, while Amy is the one with color-coded spreadsheets and a backup plan for her backup plan. That dynamic tension is what makes every episode feel like eavesdropping on two best friends who happen to be incredibly smart and funny. They tackle everything from screen time battles and school pickup drama to the existential crisis of finding a gray hair while hiding in the bathroom eating leftover Halloween candy. What sets this show apart from other parenting podcasts is how it blends real research with real talk. Margaret and Amy do their homework, bringing in expert perspectives and listener questions, but they never lose the warmth and wit that makes you feel like you are part of the conversation rather than being lectured. The show has won the Mom 2.0 Iris Award for Best Podcast and the Podcast Awards People's Choice for Best Family and Parenting Podcast. Perfect for the busy mom who needs a laugh during her commute, grocery run, or those precious few minutes of quiet after bedtime. Episodes drop regularly and clock in at a manageable length that fits into even the most packed schedule.