The Whinypaluza Podcast

The Whinypaluza Podcast

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/

Episodes

January 7, 2026 • 19 mins
What happens when you pause long enough to actually look at the year you just lived? In this special New Year’s episode, Rebecca and Seth Greene reflect on the moments that defined their family’s year. From college milestones and creative achievements to health challenges, business growth, and unexpected wins, this conversation is a reminder that no year is perfect, but every year holds progress worth celebrating. Rebecca shares ...
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What if balance is a lie and self-care does not look anything like Instagram told you it would?  In this powerful and refreshingly honest episode of Whinypaluza, host Rebecca Greene sits down with writer, speaker, activist, and mom of eight Elisha Beach for a real conversation about motherhood, burnout, and why the idea of “having it all” is complete nonsense. Elisha shares the moments that broke her open, including a very public ...
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Have you ever walked away from a conversation wondering if you imagined what just happened? In this episode of Whinypaluza, host Rebecca Greene welcomes author, advocate, and survivor Deborah Griffiths for an honest conversation about gaslighting and emotional manipulation. Deborah, author of Torched: Burnt By A Gaslighter, explains how gaslighting works slowly and quietly, chipping away at self esteem, confidence, and self trus...
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December 24, 2025 • 27 mins
Eight nights of Hanukkah can feel like a marathon, especially when kids are away at college, packages arrive late, and the to-do list keeps growing. In this candid Whinypaluza Wednesday episode, Rebecca Greene and Seth Greene discuss what it really looks like to be in the Hanukkah weeds and why that feeling shows up every year. Rebecca shares the behind-the-scenes reality of wrapping presents nightly, juggling work, missing her ...
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December 19, 2025 • 47 mins
Are you living your own story or the one you were programmed to follow? Rebecca sits down with the incredible Dr Gertrude Lyons for a robust and eye-opening conversation about rewriting the cultural coding that tells women to overextend, self-sacrifice, and disappear inside motherhood. Dr Lyons brings thirty years of transformational leadership work to this essential message. We are all mothering every day through the way we t...
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December 17, 2025 • 36 mins
Have you ever noticed that the moment you set a boundary, everything starts to shift, and people suddenly discover brand new feelings about it?  On this episode, Rebecca and Seth dig into how boundaries really work in real-life parenting, work, technology, friendships, and yes, even marriage. Rebecca and Seth unpack one of the most requested topics in the Whinypaluza community. Boundaries. The kind you set with your kids. The...
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December 12, 2025 • 54 mins
Are you staring down the college admissions maze and wondering how on earth you’re supposed to stay sane through it? Laurie Kopp Weingarten says there is a calmer way to do this. And yes, she makes it sound possible.  Rebecca sits down with Laurie Kopp Weingarten, CEP, President and Chief Educational Consultant at One-Stop College Counseling, for a masterclass in making the college admissions process less stressful and far more ...
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December 10, 2025 • 33 mins
Why does December feel different this year and how do we find our footing when everything shifts? Rebecca and Seth settle in for Whinypaluza Wednesday to talk about the emotional, messy, funny reality of a December that looks completely different from years past. With Max away at college, winter storms rolling in, traditions shifting, and a to-do list that seems to regenerate overnight, this episode walks through how to stay groun...
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December 5, 2025 • 52 mins
Are you constantly triggered, stressed, and running on survival mode while trying to be the parent you want to be? In this candid conversation, Rebecca Greene sits down with Christina Fletcher, a spiritual alignment coach and energy healer from the UK, to discuss nervous system regulation, navigating chaos as a parent, and finding calm in the midst of a storm. Christina shares her journey from being an unhappy, overwhelmed mom w...
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December 3, 2025 • 31 mins
Welcome to Whinypaluza World Rebecca and Seth dive into how Whinypaluza was born, how it grew, and why this community continues to shine so brightly. This episode is warm, funny, nostalgic, and the perfect behind-the-scenes look at how the blog, vlog, podcast, books, newsletter, and mom group came to life. They talk about 500 episodes, Ella’s Teenage Tuesday, the Whinypaluza Mom Group, the newsletter, the blog, the vlog, the ...
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November 28, 2025 • 45 mins
What does it take to create 500 episodes of authentic, heartfelt content that transforms lives?In this milestone 500th episode, producer Adrienne Barker interviews host Rebecca Greene about the incredible journey of Whinypaluza - from blog to vlog to podcast. Rebecca shares how what started as a coping strategy for an overwhelmed young mom evolved into a multi-platform community with over 18,000 members. She discusses the power of ...
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November 21, 2025 • 46 mins
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 stre...
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November 19, 2025 • 35 mins
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 stude...
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November 14, 2025 • 31 mins
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 wa...
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Ever feel the winter blues creeping in as the days get shorter? Rebecca and Seth open up about what it really takes to keep your spirits high through dark evenings, time changes, and holiday stress with laughter, love, and plenty of cozy rituals. Rebecca shares how she refuses to let the cold months pull her down, offering heartfelt and practical ways to protect your mood. From celebrating winter birthdays and creating warm tradit...
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November 7, 2025 • 40 mins
What if stress isn’t the enemy—but the key to unlocking your best self?Host Rebecca Greene sits down with stress physiologist and former high school teacher Dr. Rebecca Heiss for an eye-opening conversation on how to transform stress from a burden into a superpower. Drawing from her groundbreaking research and her new book Springboard: Transform Stress to Work for You, Dr. Heiss shares simple, science-backed strategies for parent...
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November 5, 2025 • 29 mins
What happens when being the “uncool mom” is actually the coolest choice you can make? Rebecca and Seth open up about parenting through peer pressure, party culture, and keeping kids safe in a world where “everyone’s doing it.” Rebecca Greene proudly wears the title of “The Uncool Mom” — the mom who says no to buying alcohol, drugs, or vaping supplies for her kids. In this honest conversation, she and Seth share the realities of ra...
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In this heartfelt conversation, Rebecca Greene sits down with Marccella Gonzalez, a seasoned tarot reader and spiritual guide with nearly four decades of experience. Known for her authentic, no-nonsense readings and her ability to communicate with spirits, Marccella opens up about the real purpose of tarot: to empower, heal, and guide people back to self-love. Together, Rebecca and Marccella explore what it means to do the inner w...
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October 29, 2025 • 31 mins
What if the thoughts you repeat every day are shaping your reality more than you realize? In this heartfelt Whinypaluza Wednesday, Rebecca and Seth Greene open up about how powerful our minds truly are and how often we underestimate that power. Rebecca shares her personal journey toward transforming negative thinking into mindful awareness and daily positivity. Together, they discuss the trap of venting, the power of reframing, ...
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What if every argument in your marriage was actually an invitation for deeper connection? 💞 In this touching episode of The Whinypaluza Podcast, host Rebecca Greene sits down with Andrea Dindinger, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over two decades of experience helping couples heal, reconnect, and grow stronger together. Andrea has guided thousands of couples through communication breakdowns, rebuilding trust after...
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