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Carol booked a Catholic pilgrimage with a stranger named Mountain she found on the internet. No itinerary, no idea where she was staying, and people were DMing Katy asking if she was okay. She's more than okay — she's thriving in Fatima, Portugal and calling in to tell us everything.

Carol is days away from her pilgrimage and the packing situation is not going well. Katy answers the question everyone keeps asking about what she actually eats in a day and reminisces on some of the funniest moments with her mom during her dance audition days.

Katy reflects on getting older, Carol is days away from her pilgrimage, and they have thoughts on Coachella, Taylor Swift and Pope Leo that they are not keeping to themselves.

It's Katy's birthday week, Carol is still in New York and they have a lot to get into. Carol picked up Strangers, the memoir by Belle Burden, a story of marriage, betrayal, trust funds, prenups and what happens when women don't protect themselves financially. They also get into love languages and how Katy and Carol give and receive love completely differently, the mental load of motherhood, Cici's first real Easter egg hunt, and the importance of showing up for people months after something hard happens not just right away.

This week Katy and Carol are finally together in New York City for Easter week and they have a lot to catch up on. Katy recaps her girls trip: sabering a champagne bottle at the St. Regis while the entire staff doubted her, a psychic reading in DUMBO that said she'll have 3 homes and her daughter is her reincarnation, and cocktails at a Paris-inspired bar in Brooklyn. Carol covers her flight drama from Milwaukee: a fire alarm in the Delta Club, dad getting bumped to first class and beelined it without her, and worrying about the pilot the whole way. They also get into their best hosting tips, why you should always speak up when you don't like a service, Katy's pre-birthday glow up, the matcha vs coffee debate, and what half and half actually is. Carol closes with a beautiful reflection on the four silences: dignity, patience, acceptance and surrendering control, and a message for anyone celebrating Easter or Passover this week.

We're back — and we have a lot to catch up on. Katy got stranded in Minneapolis mid-blizzard, solo parenting Cici in a hotel with no clean clothes while Matt escaped on the last flight out. Carol nearly didn't make it home either. It was a lot. We finally get into it all plus our current spring obsessions — from a $6 Costco wine that genuinely surprised us, to the skincare finds we can't stop talking about, to a fragrance that smells like fresh flowers on a kitchen counter. Plus the Jesse Buckley Oscars quote that made us both cry, Carol getting recognized in the Minneapolis airport, and an honest conversation about solo parenting and what it really takes. Aveda Invati Ultra Advanced Thickening Foam: https://go.shopmy.us/p-49396112Katy x Fewer Finer Katie Charm: https://fewerfiner.com/products/katy-charm?_pos=1&_psq=katy+char&_ss=e&_v=1.0Sisley Paris Tinted Moisturizer: https://go.shopmy.us/p-49396305Ubeauty Multimodal Sheer Mineral Sunscreen SPF 25: https://go.shopmy.us/p-49396545Barefaced Dermaplaning Kit: https://go.shopmy.us/p-49396706Ellis Brooklyn Florist Eau de Parfum: https://go.shopmy.us/p-49396802Bonjout Beauty Solid Serum: https://go.shopmy.us/p-48333379Dr. Rogers Restoring Healing Balm: https://go.shopmy.us/p-49396998Kirkland Pinot Grigio (Costco)Rare Beauty Mascara: https://go.shopmy.us/p-49397194Victoria Beckham Pearl Highlighter: https://go.shopmy.us/p-49397417 This video contains affiliate links. We may earn a commission on purchases made through our links.

In this episode of Honest To Pete, Katy and Carol make their Oscar predictions, react to Timothée Chalamet’s claim that opera and ballet are “dying arts,” and share hilarious takes on movies, fashion, and awkward social moments. From insider insights on classical arts to mother-daughter tangents about awards season, shopping, and generational debates, it’s a funny, opinionated, and nostalgic dive into culture, celebrity gossip, and the debates only moms can spark.

Hair color phases, Botox conversations, farm dads, and nostalgia — this episode of Honest To Pete goes everywhere. Katy and Carol dive into the strange reality of getting older, from the constant debate of brunette vs blonde to the hilarious way conversations change as you age. One minute it’s skincare and Botox, the next it’s stories about dads on farms and childhood memories. It’s funny, nostalgic, and exactly the kind of mother-daughter conversation that reminds you how weird and wonderful life gets over time.

We spent the day talking about Hamnet, getting a little reflective, and of course… channeling our inner Carolyn Bessette. Lots of laughs, some nostalgia, and the kind of random mother-daughter chats that somehow end up being way deeper than expected.

Fat Tuesday chaos meets Olympic pressure and 90s Kennedy nostalgia. Carol and Katy talk Lent goals, a mysterious $30 bank mix-up, deer stealing birdseed, and a hair appointment that turned into an unexpected experiment.

Katy and Carol break down the halftime show everyone is still talking about, gush over Olympic greatness, and debate knowing when to step away from the spotlight. Plus, a hilarious and slightly alarming dentist story, Valentine traditions, beauty routines, and a heartfelt reminder that small moments can leave lifelong impact.

From Grammys 2026 fashion and red carpet moments to cozy winter living, this episode is a warm, funny, and unfiltered conversation packed with pop culture, style, and real life. We break down standout looks from Lady Gaga, Billie Eilish, Miley Cyrus, Bad Bunny, and more — and why Joan Rivers is still missed as the ultimate fashion critic.

A snow storm in New York, a babysitting marathon, a Vegas trip, and one very misplaced grocery delivery. Katy and her mom catch up on winter chaos, family habits, unsolicited opinions, and how quickly good intentions can spiral.

Katy and Carol talk family dynamics, unspoken expectations, public opinions, and the kind of moments that turn into long group chats and lingering side eye. Less outrage, more observation, and a gentle appreciation for how messy people can be.

Katy and Carol press record after a real-life disagreement and let the conversation unfold in real time. They get into the Golden Globes, parenting opinions, boundaries, and hot takes. It's honest, slightly unhinged, and proof that you can disagree, laugh, and still love each other at the end of the day.

After a whirlwind holiday season and their first-ever live show, Katy and Carol catch up on everything that happened once the guests arrived and after they all left. From post-holiday malaise and family traditions to hosting highs, emotional comedowns, and honest reflections on slowing down, this episode is a cozy, unfiltered reset to start the new year.

Recorded live at the NAADAM store, this special episode of Honest to Pete brings the podcast off the mic and into a room full of listeners. Katy and Carol reflect on three years of honest conversations, Midwest roots, motherhood, creativity, and finding your voice at every stage of life, with warmth, humor, and audience Q and A woven throughout.

Carol and Katy gear up for their first ever live show while juggling nerves, holiday prep, family stories, and a full dose of their signature mother daughter banter. From outfit debates to blue ornament emergencies, lost iPads, stolen boots, gift bag secrets, menu planning, and manifesting their way through the chaos, the two move between New York energy and Milwaukee coziness as they catch up on everything happening behind the scenes.

A holiday-season whirlwind hits both coasts as Katy and Carol break down travel disasters, cough-syrup survival, laser-face anxieties, toddler meltdowns, QVC chaos, celebrity cameos, and a Thanksgiving spent serving New Yorkers in every sense.

A classic Katy and Carol catch-up spanning airport mishaps, lost iPads, Valentino sale chaos, Christmas in New York, family memories, eye-doctor mayhem, and a heartfelt reflection on growing through every season.

This episode follows a full week of mother daughter life in New York where nonstop schedules, photo shoots, shopping adventures, and city chaos collide. Carol recounts her month long stay in Manhattan from facials and Fifth Avenue errands to an accidental Cartier consultation and an unexpected deep dive through Saks. Katie shares a Brooklyn garage sale story that turns into a fashion hunt while the two talk about parenting decisions, raising children in the city, and the contrast between Midwest calm and New York intensity. They wrap with dinner adventures, holiday plans, and strong opinions on Dancing with the Stars.

Live from New York! The girls dive into parenting across generations, comparing 90s TV rules to today’s screen-time debates, and laughing about everything from mukbang cravings to mosquito bites.

Katy and Carol catch up after Carol’s big anniversary night in New York, chatting about cocktails, butter, and the reality of health checkups, hangovers, and everything in between

Carol drops breaking news about her upcoming pilgrimage through Europe, Katy plots a five-star French finale, and the duo weave in toddlers, Halloween candy, and healing old wounds — a classic mix of laughs and heartfelt honesty on Honest to Pete.

From spray tans and sourdough to Louvre heists and life lessons, Katy and Carol are in rare form. This week, the mother–daughter duo dives into shopping therapy, pop-culture absurdities, and why you should never host houseguests on a Sunday night.

It’s a classic Carol and Katy catch-up: Carol’s juggling cocktail party prep, Kevin’s playing farmer, and Katy’s deep in the New York preschool trenches. Expect laughter, love, and life’s little lessons — straight from the Honest to Pete playbook.

From birthday cake overload to a pig at the bar, Carol’s got stories. Katy brings the Swiftie energy and a few kitchen hacks. Together they unpack life, love, and why some lyrics are better left to interpretation.

Carol and Katy are back with birthday week banter, bopping around New York, and plenty of Honest to Pete hot takes. From pumpkins in 80-degree weather to Super Bowl halftime drama (sorry, Bad Bunny), and why day dates beat date nights, it’s a mix of laughs, fashion, family, and a little reality-TV gossip.

Carol and Katy cover everything from burnt broccoli to baked pasta, Canada’s love for the pod, and why Carol would need a year to prep for Dancing with the Stars. They talk closets, Chanel, Spanx, and spill on their mother-daughter ‘toxic trait.’ Plus, postpartum honesty, global listener shoutouts, and a surprise deer cameo that cured Carol’s headache.

Katy vents about life with a baby and a barking dog, Carol preps for a high-stakes scouting party, and together they dish on fashion, pop culture, and the importance of saying yes to life.

Katy and Carol return from Maine with tales of lobster rolls, sailboat mishaps, and a purse full of dill dip. Katy’s face is now on billboards in New York, LA, and Paris and Carol became a personal shopper for a stranger at TJ Maxx.

Carol and Katy pop champagne to celebrate Travis and Taylor's engagement. They dive into the ring, possible wedding plans, and Super Bowl halftime rumors. Along the way, they share personal engagement stories, family chatter, shopping adventures, and vacation plans.

Katy recounts a chaotic weekend of flight cancellations, strangers-turned-road-trip buddies, and a late-night wedding arrival, while Carol shares Milwaukee wedding and baptism fun.

Milwaukee is underwater, Carol’s garbage disposal is revolting, and the internet is losing its mind over Taylor Swift and Pamela Anderson. From storm survival tips to the strange LabouBoo craze, this episode is equal parts chaos, comfort, and celebrity gossip.

Carol and Katy dive into all things summer, self-care, and sentimentality. From lists and planners to photo-sorting marathons and toddler milestones, they reflect on family memories, evolving beauty routines, and the magic of everyday moments. Expect tales of zoo trips, eyelash disasters, rebellious grandmothers, and the ever-elusive perfect dress.

Katy and Carol are covering it all this week. Nail salon chaos, fashion faux pas, and the horror of wearing a dress backwards to church. Katy shares her Chris Stapleton concert adventure, subway trauma, and budgeting woes, while Carol reflects on style, frozen bananas, and the importance of a stocked freezer.

Katy recaps her magical family getaway to Nantucket, complete with lobster rolls, antique charm, and stroller hacks. Carol lounges in a vintage Oscar de la Renta caftan as they unpack vacation bliss, dinner party wins, and what gives them the ick.

Carol calls in from the Vegas heat while Katy soaks up summer in Nantucket. They swap stories about beauty conventions, summer league basketball, lobster rolls, and the unique challenges of family life lived miles apart.

Carol and Katie spill the summer tea as they juggle bicoastal chaos, 4th of July traditions, and the endless drama of packing, parenting, and keeping it together. Real talk, lots of laughs, and honest reflections.

Katy and Carol unpack the joys of comfortwear, home rituals, aging weirdness, and a very serious leg bite. It’s real, ridiculous, and very “Honest to Pete.”

Katy and Carol dive into everything from post-baby hormones and influencer dinners to painting disasters and Hermes handbags. Whether it's chicken biology or influencer culture, no topic is off-limits.

A chaotic and hilarious blend of home renovations, Costco critiques, political hot takes, and chicken coop dreams. Carol and Katy go full throttle on everything from baby milestones to Andy Cohen moderating presidential debates. It’s equal parts heartwarming, ridiculous, and refreshingly unfiltered.

Carol and Katy chat about clutter, aging, anxiety, and bougie hotel surprises, all with their signature humor and heart. Carol reflects on her recent Florida trip, while Katy champions the power of fitness, magnesium, and foot massages.

Katy recaps an unforgettable family trip to Paris to celebrate Cici’s first birthday. From butter-buying frenzies to flying with a one-year-old, they dive into the joys, struggles, and surprises of international travel with a baby. This episode is part travel guide, part love letter to Paris, and a full reminder to just go.

Katie and Carol share laughs and heartfelt reflections as they prep for a family trip to Paris, celebrate Cece’s first birthday, and look back on a year of parenting, growth, and a few cooking mishaps along the way.

Katie and Carol share a hilarious, heartwarming conversation about food obsessions, parenting quirks, unexpected fashion choices, and the arrival of a social media-savvy pope—all while navigating family, midlife, and Mother's Day memories.

From dance class epiphanies to Taco Bell mishaps and Met Gala hot takes, Katie and Carol keep it real, hilarious, and surprisingly moving in this episode.

Carol and Katie catch up in New York, covering everything from garden-chomping rabbits and the challenges of mail-in bill paying, to deep dives into Sephora shopping hauls, brunch party hosting, and wedding wardrobe stress. Carol shares her near-miss Uber drama and upcoming travel plans—including a unique wedding featuring labyrinth vows and maypole dancing.

From incense-choked aisles to mafia-run steakhouses, this episode is a whirlwind. Carol and Katy recap a high-drama Holy Week at an Italian church in Brooklyn, a decadent weekend at Wildflower Farms, and Carol’s run-ins with suspiciously snooty showroom staff. There’s also bao buns, donkey facts, and a deep dive into papal funeral traditions. And yes—Carol is on a mission to find the perfect wedding caftan. Buckle up.

It’s a New York kind of chaos as Katy recounts a morning that began with a missing car and ended in a bureaucratic farce straight out of an SNL sketch. Meanwhile, Carol brushes with fame in the Delta Club, channels her inner NYPD at LaGuardia, and faces the existential question: housekeeper or chef? From Easter traditions and Jellycat shoutouts to broccoli betrayals and culinary ennui, this episode is a full buffet of laughs, stories, and Honest To Petes. Follow along @honesttopete_