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The Whinypaluza Podcast

The Whinypaluza Podcast

By: Rebecca Greene
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 Parenthood is an adventure! The joys, the frustration, the laughter, and the tears- we all find unique and universal challenges as parents. When one issue resolves, another is waiting in the wings. Our jobs as parents are truly never done. It really is the toughest job you will ever love. The Whinypaluza Podcast is all about inspiring adventures in parenting! Rebecca Greene, LCSW-R and Top 100 Mommy Blogger puts her experience and education in psychology and social work to the test while she shares insightful thoughts on marriage, stay-at-home life, and keeping three energetic kids safe and happy. On the show, you will hear from bloggers, parenting experts, marriage experts and more as they shed light on tips and tricks to make life with your family better than ever! Find solutions to questions you have and questions you never thought to ask. Whether you are a parenting novice or parenting pro, you are sure to find a valuable source of information and support in the Whinypaluza community. Follow Rebecca Greene Blog: https://www.whinypaluza.com/ Book: http://bit.ly/WhinypaluzaBook Book 2: https://bit.ly/whinybook2 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whinypaluzaparentingandmarriage Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/becgreene5/Copyright © 2020 Whinypaluza, Rebecca Greene | All rights reserved Parenting & Families Relationships Social Sciences
Episodes
  • Episode 499: The College Smarter Method

    Episode 499: The College Smarter Method
    Nov 21 2025
    Ever wonder if you’re pushing your teen too hard, or not enough? Dr. Carmen Bell-Ross joins Rebecca Greene to show parents how to trade pressure for purpose with The College Smarter Method™, a proven framework that turns the college process into a journey of confidence, clarity, and joy. Dr. Carmen Bell-Ross, founder and CEO of SP Grace, LLC, and creator of The College Smarter Method™, helps students and parents transform the stressful college admissions process into a meaningful, growth-focused experience. In this heartfelt conversation, she and Rebecca laugh, swap motherhood stories, and discuss what it truly takes to raise confident, self-driven young adults. From choosing the right college to adjusting after move-in day, Dr. Bell-Ross brings the calm and wisdom every parent needs during this season of change. 🌟 Five Key Takeaways→ Be unforgettable, not just impressive. Grades matter, but authenticity and self-awareness are what truly distinguish a student.→ Parents must shift from directors to consultants. Your role evolves—trust what you’ve already taught them.→ Validate their passions. What you see as a “hobby” might actually be the spark that shapes their career.→ College is about fit, not status. Help your teen find a place where they’ll thrive, not just survive.https://spgrace.com/collegesmarter/→ Keep calm and trust the process. Your child already has what it takes to get where they’re meant to be. 💬 Quotes from Dr. Carmen Bell-Ross“Your child is good enough to get exactly where they’re supposed to go.” “We have to move from directing our kids’ lives to consulting on them—because one day, they’ll be running the show.”📍 How to Reach Dr. Carmen Bell-Ross🌐 https://spgrace.com/collegesmarter/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    46 mins
  • Episode 498: A Tale of Two Triumphs

    Episode 498: A Tale of Two Triumphs
    Nov 19 2025
    Have you ever had a weekend so full of kid achievements, emotions, rushing, exhaustion, and absolute joy that you’re still processing it days later This Whinypaluza Wednesday with Rebecca and her husband, Seth, brings you right into a weekend overflowing with family pride and beautiful chaos. The episode opens with Ella sharing her Teenage Tuesday reflections after acting in her school play and stepping into her new role as student director. Her leadership, organization, and dedication had the whole family beaming. Then comes the second triumph of the week as Lillie’s cheer teams wrapped up their fall season with huge wins, including grand champion honors. Between rehearsals, competitions, late nights, wardrobe changes, and races against the clock, the weekend reminded Rebecca and Seth just how much teamwork, resilience, and grit their girls carry. Rebecca gets honest about the bumps and time pressure she felt along the way and how giving herself grace is still a work in progress. Seth adds thoughtful life and business lessons from The Phantom Tollbooth, tying together the themes of awareness, time management, reflection, and personal growth. Together, they share inspiring insights for parents juggling full schedules while staying present in the joy. KEY TAKEAWAYS → Teamwork amplifies success, and kids show us how powerful it can be → Hard work pays off and both girls demonstrated that beautifully → Busy seasons guarantee bumps, so grace for yourself is essential → Time is inventory, and overscheduling drains peace quickly → Reflection helps you grow through chaos instead of repeating it → Leadership shows up early when kids are given room to rise Stay connected with Rebecca, Seth, and the whole Whinypaluza community. Join the free Whinypaluza Mom Group on Facebook for support, connection, and monthly challenges. Follow all of Rebecca’s updates, subscribe to the podcast, and help it reach more families by liking, commenting, reviewing, and sharing. All links are here https://linktr.ee/whinypaluzamom Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    35 mins
  • Episode 497: The Gilded Butterfly Effect

    Episode 497: The Gilded Butterfly Effect
    Nov 14 2025
    What happens when the pursuit of belonging turns darkly funny, heartbreakingly real, and deeply human? Rebecca Greene sits down with Oxford PhD student and author Heather Colley to explore her brilliant debut novel The Gilded Butterfly Effect, a darkly observant look at campus life, beauty culture, and the messy search for belonging. Together they unpack how sorority life, loneliness, and female friendship collide in unexpected ways. Heather shares the inspiration behind her unforgettable characters Penny and Stella, the Shakespearean roots of her title, and why fiction helps us feel less alone. Through laughter and reflection, Rebecca and Heather explore why young women crave connection, how easily identity gets lost in the crowd, and why every generation faces its own version of the fitting in struggle. It’s a raw, smart, and deeply relatable conversation about growing up, finding yourself, and learning that sometimes being different is the truest form of belonging. KEY TAKEAWAYS→ Belonging can bring both comfort and confusion→ Fiction helps readers feel less alone in their experiences→ Female friendships are often messy, layered, and deeply real→ Loneliness hides even in the most social places→ Finding your people takes time and self-awareness→ Parents can support young adults by listening, not judging Quote from Heather“Finding the right people is everything. The book is really about what happens when you’re not with the right people and how easy it is to lose yourself trying to belong.” — Heather Colley Call to ActionFind The Gilded Butterfly Effect wherever books are sold and follow Heather at heathercolleyauthor.com or on Instagram @heathercolleyauthor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    32 mins
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