Good Moms Bad Choices

The Black Effect Presents... Good Moms Bad Choices!

Motherhood doesn’t mean losing your identity, your sensuality, or your freedom.

This week, Erica and Milah confront the outdated “perfect mom” stereotype and challenge the idea that motherhood means: dressing conservatively, hiding your sex life, or being ashamed of smoking weed.

This episode is a reminder that you can be a loving, responsible parent and still sh...

This week Good Moms explore when it's worth working through challenges in a relationship vs. leaving, why we could all use a bit more discernment, and why you should reframe your natural gifts whenever you feel "stuck".

Timestamps

• (04:00) Women oversharing, friendship advice, and relationship “discernment”. Sometimes, you just need to listen and shut up.
• (10:00) Why we've normalized complaining in an effort to...

This week, Good Moms unpack the mix of gratitude and outrage that comes with living in the U.S. right now. The ladies debate male + female friendships, confess childhood traumas that resulted in jealousy triggers, the thin line between pretty privilege and “pretty punishment”, and how new moms can still get that BAG! 

Timestamps:

• (02:15) Collective breath & why America feels like “four years in ...

What does partnership actually look like when you’re not trying to lose yourself in the process?

This week, Good Moms chat about  the pressure of “wife duties,” keeping intimacy alive, the lifelong classroom of mother–daughter relationships, and how to balance it all.

You can expect to hear:

• (04:30) Victoria’s Secret lies, and why pregnancy boobs are both the best and worst.
• (12:15) Pregnancy...

Shout out to all the elderly bad b*tches! 

This week, Good Moms explore what it means to revisit old passions with fresh eyes, the importance of community support when stepping into new (and old) chapters of your life, and the reality of balancing dreams with everyday responsibilities. 

Timestamps:

(02:10) gray hair, and the quest for youthful vibes  

(10:35) Erica’s return to acting: first in-person audit...

This week, Good Moms question if we're all raising tech-addicted children, why it might be worth ditching the nail salon and switching to press-on nails, and the importance of surrendering to the mess and simplifying your life.

Timestamps: 

•  (01:20) Back-to-school chaos + surrendering to the mess
  • Co-parenting differences: Kids act more independent at dad’s houses, while moms sometimes overcompensate.
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What does it look like to heal your relationship with your mom while raising a daughter of your own?

In this episode, Good Moms reflect on healing alongside their mothers, the challenges of letting go of old patterns, and the unexpected lessons that surface when you start to see your mom as “just a girl” too. They talk about caretaking, validation, breaking cycles of criticism, and the emotional labor of holding space f...

This week Erica and Milah are joined by artist, author, and one of the first guests on the show, Amina Buddafly. The ladies talk about why self-worth can’t be tied to a bank account, the truth about influencer finances, motherhood, and moving forward when life doesn’t go as planned.

You can expect to hear:

• The reset moms don't talk about and not being ashamed about starting over 
• Amina talk about moving her ki...

Sometime Brunch with your friends just ISN'T enough time.

This week on Good Moms, chat about the magic of adult sleepovers and why untimed, leisurely hangouts with friends are just as essential in adulthood as they were when we were kids.

What you can expect to hear:

(02:13) Empowering your kids set up their own playdates: “Go get her number on a piece of paper.”

(06:24) Camping stories & adult friend ...

This week, Good Moms are joined by attorney, media personality, author, and the first Black Bachelorette, Rachel Lindsay. From growing up in Texas with a federal judge for a dad to navigating heartbreak, law school, and the search for "love" on reality TV, they get into love, loss, legacy and what she wishes more reality stars knew.

You can expect to hear: 

(09:00) Growing up in a strict, achievement-focused Black family&...

Erica and Milah continue their sit down with bestselling author Elizabeth Oveson (AKA Karrine Steffans) as she unpacks the emotional and physical labor of being a truth-teller in a culture addicted to fantasy.

Now two decades removed from the release of Confessions of a Video Vixen, Elizabeth reflects on the hollowness of fame, the cost of being first, and why men should marry the "slut".

The ladies chat about:

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This is a 2 part episode. For early unedited access to Part 1 &  2 of this episode, sign up to Patreon now! 

This week, Erica and Milah are joined by bestselling author Elizabeth Oveson (AKA Karrine Steffans) to reflect on the 20-year anniversary of her groundbreaking memoir, Confessions of a Video Vixen.

Elizabeth was one of the first women in the public eye to live unapologetically in her truth refusing to cens...

🏝️🧘🏾‍♀️ Good Vibe Retreat 🏝️🧘🏾‍♀️

I know you've heard us talking about our Good Vibes retreats, but this week we want you to hear directly from one of our attendees!

We know how hard it can feel to spend money on yourself so we're making it easier for you by offering payment plan options and a limited time offer of $800 off if you use the code ESCAPE at checkout.

Option 1: July 31st- August 5th

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This week, the Good Moms catch up about their recent retreats in Costa Rica , some current events in this chaotic world, and how they moms are surviving summer by sending their daughters off to overnight camp!

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• Why America is still on its BS (10:00)
• What went down at the first ever Good Vibe Couples Retreat (28:45)
• Irie & Luna’s overnight camp era begins (55:00)
• Thoughts on B...

Welcome back to Tribe Chat, our monthly bonus episode series!

This week, Good Moms light up and react to a mix of internet clips curated by their team. From INSANE and questionable reality TV shows like “Who’s Your Daddy” to parents who are NOT going to deal with their children’s foolishness this summer! 

The ladies talk about if cursing is good for your kid's confidence and are surprised ...

“ Pleasure is not a luxury, it’s your birthright”

This week, the Good Moms are joined by intimacy expert, author, and as we’ve decided to call her “Sex Santa” Susan Bratton for a funny and informative look into  pleasure, partnership, and personal transformation through the exploration of your body.

From 12 years of sexless marriage to becoming a global educator on over 20 type...

This week, the Good Moms are joined by comedian, and host of "Jess A Couple Things" podcast, Jessie Woo for a layered conversation on family, culture, ambition, and accountability.

From growing up as the oldest daughter in a strict Haitian household to finding her voice in the entertainment industry. The three chat about everything from mother wounds and cultural silence to anime porn, and Jessie's "crush" on Morgan Freeman ...

Happy Father's Day Tribe!

Welcome back to Good Mom Bad Choices! This week we are joined by comedian, actor and voice over extraordinaire ‪@TonyBakercomedy‬! Tune into the conversation as Tony confesses his favorite sex position, porn category, journey to Hollywood as an extra.

In this week’s episode, we switch gears and deep dive into fatherhood, grief, and the tragic loss of Tony’s child in 2021. Tony sha...