⚠️ Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussion of a traumatic accident and themes of death. Please listen with care.

This week we’re opening up about a life-changing experience that shook everything we thought we knew about motherhood, safety, and control. Em shares the raw story of witnessing a devastating accident — and how it forced her to confront her own mortality, intrusive thoughts, and the way becoming a mom makes every danger feel magnified.

But at the heart of it, this episode isn’t just about fear — it’s about perspective. About realizing how fragile life is, why being present matters, and how motherhood has taught us to find gratitude and humor even in the darkest moments.

If you’ve ever had those intrusive “what if” thoughts, felt the weight of mom anxiety, or needed a reminder to slow down and appreciate the messy miracle of being alive — this one’s for you.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Light Banter
01:42 The Start of a Serious Conversation
02:25 A Traumatic Incident Unfolds
07:27 The Aftermath of the Accident
13:57 Reflections on Life and Loss
19:51 Dealing with Trauma and Intrusive Thoughts
21:34 Confronting Mortality: A Personal Experience
23:57 Reflections on Parenting and Life Choices
25:04 The Weight of Life's Fragility
27:17 Embracing Life: A Call to Action
31:29 The Impact of Trauma on Perspective
34:28 Navigating Fear and Anxiety
43:54 Life is Precious: Lessons Learned
48:06 Outro

• (00:00:01) - He Won't Let You Wear That Outfit
• (00:01:05) - MAMA CICKLE REVIEW
• (00:03:19) - The Day I Wish I Knew My
• (00:06:43) - Uber Driver on Drunk Driving Crash That Killed 3 Girls
• (00:10:43) - Driving Drunk in a Car Crash
• (00:13:52) - What Really Happened In The Car Crash
• (00:16:29) - The Uber Driver Who Stumbled On A Drunk Woman's Death
• (00:19:13) - "She's driving three teenagers around like a mom"
• (00:19:51) - How To Deal With Traumatic Thoughts
• (00:23:36) - The Death of A Couple
• (00:28:02) - The Uber Driver Who Saved A Woman's Life
• (00:32:04) - The Trauma Of A Parent's Death
• (00:35:25) - How To Deal With Intrusive Thoughts
• (00:38:06) - What If My Toddler Locked Me In The Pool?
• (00:40:42) - How To Put Your Kids In the Car
• (00:43:10) - PeeCee On Her Living Will
• (00:45:23) - Michael: Life Is Too Short To Have Fun
• (00:47:26) - Danny Out: Thank You!!

This week, Dom and Emily try to figure out what life looks like after peaking with Snooki. From behind-the-scenes stories (like Snooki’s two-hour nap while Emily cracked crabs with her MIL and kids) to the “emotional hangover” of having a legit reality TV legend in their studio, the girls dive into what comes next

They break down the chaos of post-vacation mom life (Legoland birthdays, stroller drama, and $16 poolside High Noons), roast Barstool’s live stream from the Jersey Shore house (“felt less like a rager and more like chaperoning prom”), and ask the hard question: has social media officially killed fun?

To top it off, Emily admits she’s stuck in the 2010s with her side part and mom-chop avoidance, chokers, and the golden era of Jersey Shore chaos.

It’s part recovery, part crisis, and all chaos.

Chapters

00:00 The Aftermath of Celebrity Guest Snooki
05:52 Plans for Live Shows and Future Guests
10:21 Social Media and the Changing Landscape of Fun
17:39 The Reality of Influencer Culture
23:40 Personal Reflections and Future Aspirations
29:53 Wrapping Up and Merch Launch
35:26 Outro

• (00:00:01) - "Mom o'clock?"
• (00:00:32) - Welcome Back, Snooki Polizzi!
• (00:02:28) - The Best Day Of Our Life
• (00:05:29) - Head Hats for Snooki
• (00:06:00) - Nicole On The Live Show
• (00:08:03) - The Drunk Mother Who Had A Holiday Party
• (00:10:05) - Bar Stool Is Having Some Employees Live Stream at the Jersey Shore
• (00:12:53) - Jersey Shore Live-Stream
• (00:15:36) - Snooki Says She's Not An Influencer
• (00:18:09) - Nicole On Being The Cool Girl
• (00:20:14) - I Used To Be Cool On Instagram
• (00:23:24) - Emily Has A Roast
• (00:26:02) - K. M. on Her Hair
• (00:27:57) - A Little Advice For Acting
• (00:29:15) - The Secret Life of Parents
• (00:29:50) - "No One's Having Fun"
• (00:30:49) - Snooki Gets A Short Haircut
• (00:32:53) - The Talk Of Plans For the Weekend
• (00:33:31) - Emily On Her Son's Penis Rest

Part 2 is here! Our sit-down with Snooki gets even wilder—fame, motherhood anxiety, and alien abductions?! You truly won’t believe the range we cover in this one.

Chapters

00:00 Mommy Anxiety: The Struggles of Parenthood
13:47 The Impact of Anxiety on Daily Life
16:45 Coping Mechanisms and Seeking Help
19:49 The Influence of Media on Parental Fears
22:40 The Alien Conspiracy: Humor in Anxiety
25:44 The Meatball Game: Lightening the Mood
28:55 Reflections on Reality TV and Personal Growth
31:42 The Importance of Authenticity in Conversations
34:42 Final Thoughts and McDonald's Cravings
39:52 Outro

• (00:00:01) - Are You Obsessed With Pickles?
• (00:01:46) - "The Gecko" Star on Being Famous
• (00:04:35) - Lindsay Lohan On Her First Time Drinking... Titanic
• (00:06:56) - Snooki On Her Postpartum Anxiety
• (00:09:25) - One of the depression patients talks about her experiences
• (00:11:08) - One Mom's Fear That Her Kids Will Die
• (00:14:13) - My OCD Has Reached An Extreme Level
• (00:16:27) - The Anxiety That Drives Me To Therapy
• (00:18:49) - I Had A Dream That I Was In A UFO
• (00:20:50) - "It's A Rose Shot!"
• (00:23:00) - Paulie On Who Actually Fights Girls
• (00:25:57) - Paulie On The Real Love Letter
• (00:28:29) - My Son Punched A Girl In The Face
• (00:29:21) - Jersey Shore Hookups: Drunk, Cuddling
• (00:29:52) - Gianni On The Ellen Show
• (00:31:11) - Ghost or Roast From A Club
• (00:32:18) - Are You Normal?
• (00:34:12) - Snooki At McDonald's
• (00:35:52) - How Good Are McDonald's Fries?
• (00:36:39) - The First Guest On Tick Tock
• (00:38:30) - Snooki On Her Mother's Day