Welcome to Good Karma, Bad Mom—the unapologetically bold mother-daughter podcast that fearlessly explores dating, college life, mental health, motherhood, and all the messy realities often left unsaid. Hosted by Tihesha and Karma, this podcast is a blend of raw honesty, laughter, and healing—it’s like having therapy with your closest friends— but we hit record. Produced by ESnTI Entertainment. Edited by Jad El'Esencio (Esclass Entertainment). Beat created by Eric Turner & Kyo. Vocals by Jad El'Esencio. Lyrics written by Tihesha Small. Tell a friend to tune in, so they can listen too!
In this episode of Good Karma, Bad Mom, we unpack the royal mess of it all:
👑 Is it princess treatment… or just basic human decency dressed in glitter?
📊 Why are people ranking countries by, uh, measurements—and does size really matter or is someone compensating?
🧃 Plus, why do family dynamics make us feel like awkward teens at the kids' table—even when we’re paying bills and owning LLCs?
Karma brings the clarity, Ba...
In this week’s episode, we’re doing a little bit of everything—because why not? We kick things off with our weekly check-in, share some laughs, and dive headfirst into the internet’s favorite chaos. From girl math and girl dinner logic (yes, dessert counts) to 2024-level icks and oversharing online, we unpack the things that make us cringe, cry-laugh, and wonder who raised us.
We joke, we drag each other a little, and we swear it’s ...
This week we’re keeping it chill and vibey. From our current music obsessions to unexpected friend reconnections, we’re just catching up and letting the convo flow. It’s one of those kick-your-feet-up kind of episodes—full of laughs, little life updates, and a whole lotta realness. Come hang with us!
This week, we’re serving raw honesty with a side of bias. We lay all our self-diagnosed red flags on the table because what’s a little self-awareness without admitting you might be slightly toxic? But don’t worry, we balance it out with our biggest flexes too (naturally). From petty confessions to proudest wins, we get real, we laugh a lot, and we probably overshare. Tune in for mother-daughter banter that proves you can own your f...
Are Gen Zers too quick to embrace cancel culture? Why does Gen Z's culture make Millennials feel anxious? In this episode, we explore the generational divide by discussing topics such as cancel culture, fashion differences, and the nature of friendship. Tihesha has a "Bad Mom" moment and apologizes to Karma. It’s honest, hilarious, and a little petty—just the way we like it. Be sure to tell a friend to tune in so they...
What does it mean to be “the strong one” when no one’s checking in on you?
In this emotionally honest episode, Karma flips the script and asks the hard questions:
Were you really okay, or just pretending for me?
Tihesha opens up about the silent struggles, the private breakdowns, and what she carried alone as a mom.
It’s raw. It’s revealing. It’s real.
Because sometimes, the strength you admire came from surviving ba...
Let’s talk about the F words—friends and family! In this episode, we get real about what it’s like to grow up with cousins you barely know, siblings that don’t feel like siblings, and friends who sometimes feel more like family. Karma spills on her not-so-typical sibling dynamics, Tihesha shares her throwback cousin adventures, and together they unpack what their family dynamic and explore would you rather. It’s messy, it’s funny, ...
Ever wonder what your closest people really think of you? In this honest, hilarious, and slightly nerve-wracking episode, Tihesha and Karma sit face-to-face for their version of Judgement Day. We asked the hard stuff like, “What would you change about how I raised you?” and “What do you think I don’t understand about you right now?”
Nothing was off-limits.No feelings were spared.And yes, things got real real.
From proud moments to st...
This episode gets real as we open up about body image, weight struggles, and how family health history shapes the way we see ourselves and each other. From the idea of fat camp to being called the food police, it’s an honest convo full of vulnerability, love, and the occasional side-eye.
We don’t hold back, but we do hold space for the hard questions, the awkward truths, and the unconditional support that keeps us grounded.
Let’s tal...
Content Warning: This episode contains discussions about self-harm, suicide, and mental health struggles. Listener discretion is advised.
In one of our most vulnerable episodes yet, we open up about the hidden battles behind the brave faces. From cutting and a suicide attempt to the silent weight of depression, this conversation is raw, real, and emotionally charged. We talk through the moments that broke us, the ones that helped us...
Join us on a chaotic journey through the world of dating apps, dreams, and a sprinkle of delusion. We share laugh-out-loud moments, highlight notable red flags, and present awkward bios alongside unbelievable stories. Karma and I swap tales, giggle through the chaos, and reveal some of our own cringeworthy (yet hilarious) experiences from our dating journeys. Whether you’ve been ghosted, catfished, or simply confused by modern love...
We dive into a real conversation about something we’ve never fully unpacked together: God.
Tihesha grew up in church—Sunday service, Catholic classes, and a whole lot of “Amen”—but Karma didn’t. So what happens when a mom who believes in God but questions religion raises a daughter with no formal faith background?
We explore what spirituality looks like in today’s world, whether Karma feels connected to a higher power, and how he...
In Part 2 of When Life Hits Hard, we pick up where we left off—with the truth getting even heavier. Tihesha opens up about receiving her MS diagnosis, how it shook her world, and the mental and physical toll it took. Karma shares what it was like to watch her mom’s body change and her emotions spiral.
But this isn’t just about pain—it’s about power. It’s about leaning into vulnerability, laughing through the tears, and learning how ...
Episode 2: When Life Hits Hard – Our MS Story (Part 1)
This one’s personal. Real personal. In this two-part episode, we take you inside the moment everything changed—when I was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis. You’ll hear how I broke the news to Karma, what it meant for our lives, and how we went from panic to power, one awkward, tearful, and unexpectedly funny conversation at a time.
From medical mysteries to MRI machines, and all...
Good Karma, Bad Mom. Ever wonder how a mom and daughter go from awkward teen talks to hosting a podcast together? Buckle up—literally.
In this debut episode, we take you back to where it all began: car rides, tough convos, and Tihesha’s not-so-sneaky strategy of trapping Karma in the passenger seat with nowhere to run. From puberty pep talks to real-life lessons on love, loss, and laughter, we share the moments that built our bond ...
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