The Carpool with Kelly and Lizz

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ON TWO DIFFERENT PLANETS Jul 15, 2026

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Monday was in full Monday force for Lizz this week with a nightmare DoorDash fail. So this podcast starts with no coffee, no food and no refund. Combine that with the pregnancy pain and Lizz is not starting off on the right foot. Kelly, on the other hand, continues to be on an entirely different planet as she is living her summer life. She even went out with friends and had some alcoholic beverages! Don't even get her started on the ice cream socials. She is THRIVING!

Then it's time to chat with another mom for Side Hustle Summer! Sarah started "Sadie's House" as a little side project making beautiful fabric frames. She quickly found a customer base and the business is thriving! She talked to Kelly and Lizz about how she started and how she uses Etsy to find the best customers for her products. Plus, a lazy pizza hack that is going to leave you floored!

Follow Sarah at on Instagram at @at.sadies.house and CLICK HERE to check out her Etsy store.

LET'S NAME LIZZ'S BABY!!! Jul 08, 2026

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It's a post 4th of July pod and Kelly is continuing to live her best summer life. Being in her kid era, she spent the weekend playing the best pool games with the kids and making her summer notes. Lizz, on the other hand, is at the point in her pregnancy where she's too pregnant to go anywhere and unfortunately is not feeling great. She would rather have the third kid at this point than be pregnant anymore.

Some new icks have been uncovered. You know when someone asks if you've heard a song and then sings it for you when you say you haven't? That's a new Kelly ick. Lizz is watching hospital packing videos on Instagram and getting so annoyed when it's obvious that the creators haven't used a single item they packed and just included them to get credit on Amazon. Ick!

But the biggest part of this episode is the return of Colleen from Naming Bebe to make Lizz's dream come true - a baby name consultation! Will she find a name that both Lizz and Matty like? And what about the name Kelly?

SIDE HUSTLE SUMMER IS BACK! Jul 01, 2026

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Kelly is back from her family vacation and is ready to make a bold statement: lake vacations are better than beach vacations. There is so much stuff you have to lug to the beach! So much easier when you can just throw it on the boat. While watching her kids play, Kelly came to the realization that they survived the baby stage. Is she peeking? Can you peek more than once?

Lizz, on the other hand, is coming to the realization that having three kids is going to rock her world. Baby is due in 40 days and they still don't have a name. BUT the dresser is built, so all is not lost. Plus, she did a full baby haul on Prime Day and is planning to put together her go-bag this week so the prep has started.

But the big news of this episode (besides Kelly's rib success) is that Side-Hustle Summer is BACK! To kick it off Kelly and Lizz are talking to Shannon, who started her own mobile spray tan business. She tells the story of how she started and why she loves running her own business. You can check out Shannon on Instagram @glow.byshannon

BEST AND WORST CAR BUYING TIPS w/ TOMI FROM DELIVRD Jun 24, 2026

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Kelly is headed to lakehouse for a week-long family vacation with the kids. They opted for that instead of an expensive Florida vacation and her husband is tracking every cent they spent to see how much they save... sounds super fun... What WILL be fun are all the thrift store toys and activities Kelly got for the trip and her pre-done meal plan!

Over at Lizz's house, they're still reeling from James' amazing third birthday party. It was all dinosaur themed and the perfect first party for them to throw since the house renovations. The dinosaur dig experience she booked turned out to be a major win! But was this birthday more for James or Lizz and Matty?

Kelly has a new micro-hobby: the World Cup! She's been enjoying not only following along with the games, but the lovely posts from people that came other countries to enjoy everything the USA has to offer. Plus, what Prime Day deals you need to keep an eye on this year.

Then, it's time to chat with Tomi from Delivrd. He's helping consumers find the car the car they are looking for and negotiating directly with dealerships to get them the best deal. They discuss his journey to Delivrd and the consumer's power in today's market. Plus, the best and worst car buying advice. Learn more about Tomi and Delivrd at delivrdto.me

THE BELLE OF THE BALL AT THE AUTO SHOW Jun 17, 2026

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THE CARPOOL BOOK CLUB - YESTERYEAR Jun 10, 2026

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The Car Mom Auto Show is just a couple of days away, and Kelly and Lizz are just two moms trying to do it all! It's been a busy week for everyone, including Tyler, the sole man on the auto show team, who has had to learn how women run meetings. Speaking of Tyler, the big surprise on their Las Vegas trip went off without a hitch. Did they party afterward? More like got to bed by 8:45pm. Did this inspire Kelly's new micro-hobby of creating the perfect bed?

Both Kelly and Lizz finished the Carpool Book Club book, "Yesteryear", and have a LOT to say about it. There are some hot takes. Do you agree? Plus, they reveal the chances of another book club selection coming anytime soon.

THE MARRIAGE EPISODE Jun 05, 2026

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It's the final Friday episode for a minute, but don't worry because there is PLENTY to talk about! With Lizz going out on maternity leave soon, Tyler might be the one to pick up some of the filming slack. Just one of the many reasons we love Tyler! This conversation quickly turns into a marriage chat with some great tangible takeaways you might want to apply to your own relationship! Also, the 4-1-1 on the surprise Kelly has for Tyler in Las Vegas.

Checking with with Last Three Transactions and Kelly is getting ready for an outside summer. Two different kinds of basketball hoops and a ring game for the barn is going to help keep the family occupied. Meanwhile, Lizz is getting ready for baby #3 and buying all-new glass baby bottles and a dresser for the newest member of the family.

BIG news in the Stumpe family - George likes cheese again! Find out how they finally got him to eat the food he was refusing to try a couple months ago. Plus, some very real chat on mom guilt and how Kelly is working on reducing the parenting pressure just a bit.

Some interesting hot tea from the auto industry today in Industry News. First, why Nissan's new SUV and trucks are so important. Then, Consumer Reports broke down the best used cars for teenagers. If you've got a soon-to-be driver at home, this is one story you're going to want to hear!

THE POWER OF A QUILT UNDER A TREE Jun 03, 2026

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The Car Mom Auto Show is just 10 days away! The ladies are in full prep mode getting everything ready for the big weekend. There will be SO much to see and do at the show and it's not too late to get your tickets. CLICK HERE to get yours!

It's been a whirlwind week for Kelly. It all started in Washington D.C. to visit the IIHS headquarters and witness a crash test in real life. She learned so much and had some great conversations with Mazda. Did you know they are the safest cars on the market? Then it was off to brother Craig's engagement party. It was derby themed and the entire family showed up. Let's just say Kris knows how to throw a party!

Updates on the podcast for the summer are here, and it's a good news/bad news situation. The bad news? They'll go down to one episode a week. The good news? Side Hustle Summer is BACK! If you've got a side hustle feel free to reach out to Kelly or Lizz. But the biggest podcast update: Has Kelly finished the book she was supposed to read for the podcast book club? The answer will probably not surprise you...

Kelly's lack of reading could be because she is fully immersing herself in summer with the family. It might not feel like summer yet, but she's not delaying the summer joy. She bought the watermelon. They started the tie-dyeing. Summer starts NOW! She reveals her family's daily summer schedule on today's podcast. Plus, an easy summer dinner in Ditch the Drive Thru reminds you to unleash the power of the Hawaiian roll sliders.

SUMMER MAXXING 90'S STYLE May 27, 2026

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Kelly is Neighborhood Maxxing and feeling a little hungover because of it. Meanwhile, Lizz is searching for the perfect patio furniture to get her backyard summer ready. Both ladies are Summer Maxxing and getting ready to embrace the season. Kelly is committed to make this more summer a more go with the flow vibe, tank top and pony tails included. But will they make it a 90's summer like everyone is talking about on social media?

It's time to check in with Last Three Transactions. Lizz is really feeling it this pregnancy and had to buy a belly band to find a little more comfort. She also stole an idea from Kelly and bought a birthday banner. Kelly is continuing to get ready for the summer and bought a tie-dye kit to keep their family summer tie-dye tradition going. She also bought a nice cover-up and a new outdoor fan to round out the summer vibes.

In Industry News, Kelly touches on the tragic death of NASCAR driver Busch. Then in Ditch the Drive-Thru, its time to make meatloaf in a muffin tin!

NEW ICK UNLOCKED! May 22, 2026

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It's Memorial Day weekend and the kick-off to summer! What are the plans for Kelly this summer with four kids at home? It's all about the R.E.P.S.! Lizz is feeling her third trimester energy, but still don't ask her about the nursery. She doesn't know where she is going to put anything at this point, but really that excitement is really reserved for first time moms. By the time you get to baby #3 it all changes.

Kelly and Lizz have discovered a new ick - men who prefer seltzers over beer. Leave the seltzers for the ladies! Speaking of discovering things, Kelly has discovered that making popcorn on the stove is really easy. Why did we ever complicate it with the microwave? Plus, a reminder that mother-in-laws need more love and them helping out around the house is not always an indictment on your cleaning skills.

Advice questions for this week starts with one mom asking about Kelly and Lizz's experience going to an all-girl school. What are the benefits and drawbacks? Then, another mom has a minivan dilemma she desperately needs help with. One more piece of advice in Ditch the Drive-Thru: embrace shaved beef!

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