Podcasts about car mom

Kelly and Lizz are back from the Kentucky Derby with plenty of stories to tell, but first they're taking time to once again show love to a couple of their favorite snacks - Clean Simple Eats energy drinks and Built Puff bars. Aren't you glad we live in a time when they are available?  But back to the big story, a trip to the Derby to check out the 2025 Ford Expedition. The trip started with a four-hour drive filled with games and no music... unless you could the diss tracks Kelly and Lizz wrote. Yes, you read that right, they wrote diss tracks for the Carnival vs. the Odyssey. Could this be what finally gets the Car Mom to go super viral?  Once they got to Kentucky, the ladies were set up in some sweet digs with a lot of celebrities. Did they run into any of them? Well, they did make friends with a certain influencer during dinner...  Before the big event, was The Oaks race where the ladies got to try their hand at horse track betting and quickly realized that betting against each other was just as fun. Then they finally got to get into the 2025 Expedition and learned that Ford can be brilliantly petty. What did they think? Kelly and Lizz will break it all down.  After the Kentucky Derby, it was back to reality and cleaning out the fridge and pantry while getting ready for summer. But of course they can't end the podcast without talking about the ID Buzz recall. What does it mean for the future of the car?  Today's episode is brought to you by ⁠⁠Clean Simple Eats⁠⁠. Use code 'Carpool10' at checkout to get 10% off your order. ⁠⁠CleanSimpleEats.com

Text the show!“When you are a disruptor, there are no rules that you have to follow.” -Kelly StumpeSearching for the best family car? Wondering which SUV fits three car seats safely—or how to make a smart, mom-friendly car purchase without the stress? You're in the right place.If you've been following along on Instagram, you know Victoria has been on a car-buying journey for the past few months. With baby number three on the way, all needing car seats, this decision wasn't just about features—it was about safety, space, and practicality. Like so many moms, she turned to The Car Mom for real, relatable reviews that actually speak to what families need.That's why this week, we're re-airing one of our most popular episodes: our conversation with Kelly Stumpe, better known as The Car Mom.Kelly is revolutionizing the car-buying process for families—especially moms—through her trusted platform filled with family car reviews, car seat compatibility tests, and buyer education. Her content takes the guesswork out of finding the best SUVs, minivans, and cars for moms, and helps parents shop smarter with confidence.Whether you're shopping for a car that fits three across, researching top safety-rated vehicles for families, or just starting to explore your options, Kelly's insights are packed with practical advice you won't want to miss.Tune in for an empowering conversation that's reshaping how moms think about buying a car—for good.Links Mentioned in Today's Episode: Visit The Car Mom's Website Follow Kelly on InstagramWatch the Car ToursCar Buying Courses For show notes, head to www.thebrandingbusinessschool.com/thepodcast/ Show notes for episodes 1-91 can be found at www.brandwelldesigns.com/thepodcast/ Follow BrandWell on Instagram. Follow The Branding Business School on Instagram. Save 50% off your first year of Honeybook using this link! Save 50% off your first year of Flodesk using this link! Get $30 off your first month of Nuuly using this link! Get up to $150 off your first box of Factor Meals using this link!

Another big week for the Car Mom as Kelly is headed off to Dallas for a big event. Lizz's pumping schedule made it too difficult to make the trip herself, but she has some big news of her own. She is finally a certified CPST! Is this big enough to change the Instagram bio?  Driveway dumps are turning into Ceiling Vents and the ladies have a lot to talk about. First, Matty is writing a kid's book and it's enough to make any parent cry. It reminds the girls of how they would use rhymes to remember things as kids and how they are using it to teach their kids valuable life lessons. Then, Lizz shares some emails from listeners including the origin of the Jeep wave and a new bath of icks. Kelly has updates from the farm including their 25 new residents and an eczema update.  It's time to talk tariffs in Industry News as new ones for the car industry are set to take effect on April 2nd. What cars will be affected and which ones won't? Kelly breaks it down for you. Plus, some great advice on whether or not to buy a car right now and how to not fall for dealer scare tactics.  Finally in Ditch the Drive-Thru, Lizz has a roast beef sandwich that you've going to want to make tonight!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Notice something a little different with the Carpool today? That's right, the new cover art is here and, we won't lie, it's pretty great! From a picture taken in a basement with no makeup, to this professionally shot photo, Kelly and Lizz sure are moving on up. It's the first part of a big week for the Car Mom with a ton of content to be created thanks to friends who are creating little ones of their own.  There are a lot of things in the works at the Car Mom and the biggest one might be from Kelly herself. She's been experimenting with something for the last five weeks and she's finally ready to tell the world about it. What could it be? She has changed the order of how she gets ready in the morning and she's sharing what she has learned to help us all get our routines right.  Lizz is on a journey of her own inside The Loft. She spent a good amount of money the other day there attempting to freshen up her wardrobe. However, was there a day she looked down on shopping at The Loft? Or is that just Kelly misremembering her own self-loathing?  The biggest journey lately for Lizz has been, of course, her pumping journey. Last week she got emotional talking about the amazing support she received and this week she is sharing a big update. Thanks to @onewiththepump she has discovered she had been doing it all wrong and things are looking up! She learned two very important lessons from this journey that we can all take into every aspect of our lives. 1) Be careful who you take your advice from. 2) You can say "I could never" but you only quit when quitting is an option.  Then, Kelly and Lizz are bringing you their Model Lineup of the most satisfying feelings. Is there anything better than the feeling of going to bed with clean sheets? How about the feeling when all the kids are asleep for the night? It's time to debate the most satisfying feelings!  In Industry News a warning on the toll road scam everyone is getting. How many texts have you received this week? Plus, the ladies talk about late-term buyer's remorse and what really might be going on. Could all you need is a car wash?  Finally, Kelly is continuing to cook gluten and dairy free items for her family and got the best suggestion - keep it super simple or KISS. But Kelly and Lizz may have just taken it up a notch with KISS A**.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

She was a big part of the Car Mom car show, joined the Car Mom at the New York auto show and now Mama Knows Car Seats aka Sam joins Kelly and Lizz on the podcast! Of course, they're going to talk all things car seats. First, they'll be breaking down their biggest car seat pet peeves and then answer some of your car seat questions. This all makes way for a BIG announcement - Chat with a CPST! Learn how you can get your car seat dilemmas answered directly from Sam with this brand new service. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's a new week and spring is in the air! Well, at least it feels that way for the Car Mom... Before you know it though it will be summer and you have to figure out what to do with your kids while school is out. That is currently the journey Kelly is on as she decides if she wants to send them to daycare or camp. Unfortunately, there is no Camp Phineas and Ferb like the one the ladies ran when they were kids. That's right, Kelly and Lizz ran their own week long summer camp when they were teenagers made them some bank! Could this be your side hustle this summer?  Speaking of things from the Disney universe, neither Kelly or Lizz have ever been to a Disney park but they feel like they could be Disney adults. They're both into the Disney adult content creators and have a love for the High School Musical soundtrack. Maybe one day?  Lent starts this week and Kelly and Lizz are getting ready to give something up for the next 40 days. This year not only are they giving something up, but they want to do something to better themselves before Good Friday. But the real best of lent season? The fish fry!! It's been a while since Kelly and Lizz checked in with their bank accounts for Last Three Transactions. Kelly is getting ready for a family trip to Arizona by stocking up on Tea Collection clothes for the kids and lots of activities and toys for the plane. Plus, she got some Crocs for herself and she's very excited about it! Meanwhile, Lizz has had her life completely changed thanks to the Haakaa breast pump and the Athleta pale yellow collection.  There are two juicy stories in Industry News. First, Carvana is making moves into the franchise business with the purchase of a Stellantis store. Then, why the Honda and Nissan merger may be donezo!  Finally, as we head into Lent a quick reminder of a solid Ditch the Drive-Thru favorite. If fish will be a staple for you the next 40 days, it's time to break out the salmon sushi bowl recipe!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Being sisters is fun. You can get into a blow out fight and then immediately turn around and record a podcast! Getting glammed for photo shoot day has left Kelly and Lizz a little stressed but the results will be more than worth it. Shout out to press-in nails!  Kelly's dream came true this week when she was mentioned on "The Toast." Now she is shooting her shot and reaching out to get them to be a part of the Car Mom. Will a car consultation for "The Toast" be in the future?  Today on the podcast Kelly and Lizz are premiering a new segment - Model Line-up! They'll debate on what or who would be on a Mount Rushmore of a certain topic. For the premiere they are taking on a very controversial topic: tragic Disney deaths! Which ones will be the most legendary and go in the Model Line-up?  BIG Industry News this week as The Car Mom Car of the Year is finally being announced! Did your favorite make it to the top? Speaking of family cars, a listener is looking for advice on what to look for as she transitions from two to four kids. Finally, in Ditch the Drive-Thru Lizz is reminding everyone that a simple pasta with marinara sauce always slaps while Kelly is on her Blackstone grind.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kelly Stumpe aka the Car Mom takes a cheerleader approach to helping moms and families choose their next car confidently. Her enthusiasm for the car industry combined with her expertise as a car salesperson, mom of 4, and child passenger safety technician all come together to make her the voice I listen to for all things cars!You can find The Car Mom on instagram for daily stories, car tours, and the latest industry infoHer website offers car buying resources as well as consultations to help you choose your next car.The Carpool Podcast with Kelly and Lizz is your mom break from entertaining and lighthearted conversations about everything from movies and recipes to car news and parties.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Candle-gate continues on today's episode. Has Tyler replaced the one he broke yet? It's hard when he's been so busy on all the projects around the farm, including a pool!  Kelly and Lizz talk about all the tariff drama from last week and how it turned out to be nothing, at least for now. But there is still plenty to talk about in the car industry, specifically the used car market. Bottom line, everything is expensive right now.  Speaking of expensive, how is it you can have $75 worth of groceries and still not have an entire meal? It's time to normalize to having just a main dish for a meal and not all the sides. Kelly blames the three-compartment kid's plates and is ready to throw them all out.  Last week on the podcast, Kelly and Lizz talked about all the scary things in your food and home products that everyone on the internet tries to warn you about. It can all feel so overwhelming, so today they are sharing the simple switches they made that helped them sleep better at night.  There is big news for The Car Mom family as Kelly got her CPST recertification while doing some good in the community. But even bigger news, Lizz is in the process of getting her CPST certification as well! This leads right into a big Industry News story on the Consumer Reports infant car seat tests. Is it time to worry?  Finally, the biggest story of the day - The Car Mom Car of the Year top 4 finalists have been announced! Did your favorite make the cut?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fresh from the Monster Jam stadium, Kelly and Lizz are ready to talk all things monster trucks in today's episode! Did you know that Monster Jam sold more tickets than Taylor Swift in 2024? This and more fascinating discoveries from the ladies tour of the trucks and interviews with the drivers. The Car Mom is now team Sparkle Smash!  This is the start of a new era for Kelly, as she enters into the memory making stage with her kids. Lizz has a new fast lane philosophy handed down from a family friend who seems to have it all together - you're six months away from a new phase.  In Industry News, Kelly and Lizz explore the latest updates from Jeep, including the controversial decision to keep the name "Wagoneer S" for their new electric SUV, despite a public naming contest. Additionally, they touch on the cooling demand for Tesla's Cybertruck and the implications for the electric vehicle market.  Finally, the episode wraps up with Ditch the Drive-Thru where they are playing cookbook roulette and a practical tip for combining takeout with homemade sides to create a balanced meal. Today's episode is brought to you by Clean Simple Eats. Use code 'Carpool10' at checkout to get 10% off your order. CleanSimpleEats.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The snow is melting, the sun is shining and the tank is full! Kelly and Lizz are finally fully back into work and noticing how much Instagram has changed in the three months they were out. Has the time of polished main feed posts gone?  Lizz recaps her weekend trip to Fort Worth Texas and resisting the urge to tell young women on their way to yoga class to cherish the moment. Kelly is preparing for a trip to New Orleans to speak at one of the biggest dealers conferences. But the biggest upcoming adventure is by far their upcoming trip to Monster Jam! They're going to tour the monster trucks and interview the drivers. Are kid's YouTube content in the Car Mom's future?  It's time to get a little profound as the ladies discuss mom guilt. There are so many situations that can make you feel guilty as a mom whether it's when your kid cries during drop-off as you head off to work or when you have to ignore the needs of one child for a time to take care of the other. Kelly explains why as a mom you may have to just get comfortable with that guilt.  Next on the docket, where is the accountability for sellers on Facebook marketplace? Kelly is shopping for some furniture but nobody seems to be checking their messages. Plus, you have to be on the lookout for those scams and not just on Marketplace. Lizz recently had a woman try to scam her in a mom Facebook group.  In Industry News, the Tesla Model Y is FINALLY getting a redesign! However, if you're in the market for a used car, the Car Mom has released a list of great family cars for $600 a month and under. This is also a great time to remind everyone of all the awesome resources at thecarmomofficial.com.  Finally, Kelly is working on getting through the current milk crate of meat in her freezer and finally tackled a brisket. Although she was intimidated at first, she found a recipe from the Pioneer Woman that is the talk of the town!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's episode is full of little veggies and the full meat and potatoes as Kelly and Lizz chat with Jennifer Stockburger from Consumer Reports. As you know the Car Mom is a BIG fan of Consumer Reports not just for cars, but for appliances too! Guess who finally got a new food processor thanks to a their guide?  It couldn't be the most perfect time to talk with Jennifer as Consumer Reports just released their automotive reliability rankings for 2025. She breaks down the process they go through to get the the rankings that includes their members giving feedback on over 300,000 vehicles. The results are fascinating and includes a new #1 brand when it comes to performance and reliability.  On the other hand, there are seven brands that don't have a single vehicle that Consumer Reports recommends. Why is that? And why do some brands rank low on reliability yet high on customer satisfaction? There is also new numbers on electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids that is very promising and Jennifer explains the results.  The big question - what should used car shoppers be looking for right now? What are the most reliable used cars on the market? There are a lot of factors to look at right now, including the the shortages during the pandemic, and Jennifer gives us tips on what consumers should be on the lookout for.  Consumer Reports is giving Carpool listeners a special discount to becomes a member. Head to cr.org/thecarmom to sign up! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the first episode of 2025 and the welcome Lizz to a new decade! She's officially thirty, flirty and thriving. Now it's back to work with maternity leave officially over for both Kelly and Lizz. They're looking forward to a big year for the Car Mom and hopefully for a very boring one personally. No more moving or kids in 2025! At least that's the plan...  First things first, it's time for Kelly and Lizz to reveal their words of the year and why they'll be making a 2025 bingo card to keep track of their goals. Speaking of goals, the ladies have some big ones for this year with the business that they're not ready to share just yet. BUT they have their health, fitness and cooking goals they are planning on tackling. #1 - get a good sports bra!  But really, what we all want to hear about is Kelly's 30th birthday party extravaganza! This murder-mystery party was a rousing success and the ladies have some tips if you're looking to throw one yourself. Then, it's time to wrap up the holidays with what Kelly and Lizz learned this year. What worked and what didn't? You might want to get a pen and paper to write this down.  Since they're talking parenting hacks, Lizz uncovered a date night back from her dad that might be life changing. How did the kids never find out that during their weekly date night, mom and dad were really just in the basement the whole time?  Kelly has a Fast Lane Philosophy to share from her husband Tyler that will change the way you think about everything. Plus, a fun parenting idea to keep the kids busy. Oh, and it's time to start clearing out things around the house! How many champagne flutes does one household need?  Inspiration from Costco and @makayla_thomas_fit bring you this week's Ditch the Drive-Thru with a super easy recipe the whole family will love. Then finally, Kelly doesn't have a full Industry News report but we MUST talk about the potential Nissan and Honda merger.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After a couple life changing guest episodes, it's just Kelly and Lizz on today's podcast with a thrilling reveal of Sloan's theme song! Yes, both of the little ladies are here for this episode, but after this week it's off to daycare and back to work for the Car Mom. It's time to get on the boss babe blazer and plan all things the Car Mom for 2025, with some surprising changes.  Kelly has tales from George's first field trip to the Dollar Tree. Yes, you read that right the Dollar Tree. BUT it might have been the cutest field trip ever! Meanwhile on the farm, Tyler is decided he is going to make an electric fireplace for their house all on his own and everyone is impressed.  More random animal facts Kelly and Lizz have learned are sharing the truth about reindeers. Could all of Santa's deer be ladies? Plus, things you didn't know about tarantulas that you will have to share with your kids.  This year Kelly started a new tradition of putting 25 books under the tree for the kids to read each night on the lead up to Christmas and its a big hit. Lizz is encouraging everyone to make memories with your long-time friends and not just reminisce about the good times. But they need your help to think up some activities to do with their friends that isn't just drinking at a bar.  It's all about car seats in the advice segment, with questions on three across with an Irish twin on the way and another mom looking for the perfect one to fit into her stroller for easy ins and outs. In Industry News, Kelly and Lizz have to talk about the Nissan Armada reveal. Finally, we've got a new favorite in Ditch the Drive-Thru in the Taco Skillet thanks to Cooking in the Midwest.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's November! With a new month comes unseasonably warm temperatures and back to two episodes a week. It couldn't come at a better time as there is a LOT happening in both Kelly and Lizz's homes. There are roosters and chickens at the Stumpe house that has Kelly asking questions she never knew she would have to ask. Then, ongoing work going on at Lizz's new home has quickly humbled both her and Mathew and reminded them that owning a home is basically a money pit no matter what you do.  Today, Kelly brought a new game to the podcast - Fact or Fiction. This week it is an all car edition (because of course it is). Which one of these cars are real cars you could buy at one time and which are just made up? This all leads to a conversation on the Honda Odyssey and Kelly's hot take.  In Driveway Dumps, Lizz needs to talk about those playground etiquette and the moms that watch their phones instead of their kids. When is it okay to step in and tell the kids "no"? What do you do when you have parenting styles that are different from those around you? Kelly let's us in on the show she just started binging - Desperate Housewives. With eight seasons and only watching 30 minutes at a time, this one might take her a couple years to finish. Lizz has an app suggestion she's currently obsessed with and already made her $50! Finally, Kelly is enjoying the simple pleasure of paying in cash and hand washing the dishes.  An advice question from a listener has the Car Mom discussing if a Pilot or Odyssey is the best fit for a family of four with a 2-year-old and a 13-year old. That same listener has a GREAT Ditch the Drive-Thru suggestion with BBQ chicken sliders and Kelly shares her recent stuffed bell pepper soup recipe that she is very proud of.  All November we are celebrating Blake's Besties and sharing stories from moms of the little ones they lost too soon. Today we have the honor to share the stories of two little ones, Jasmine and Mica.  Visit CleanSimpleEats.com and use code CARPOOL10 at checkout for 10% off your order. That's Clean Simple Eats .com code CARPOOL10 for 10% off your order. https://glnk.io/0wvl/the-carpool Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The bumps are free, everyone's talking about cucumbers, and Kelly and Lizz are showing up in defense of car content filming. In millennial news, Kelly's got clarity on brat summer and is ready for next year to be Polly Pocket summer. @Logansfewd is going viral for eating an entire cucumber a day and Kelly and Lizz are loving his recipes. Hard boiled eggs are coming in strong this summer, too with a stellar flight from @smaller_sam.pcos.  Kelly is thrilled with her experience with Vonder Car Wash and Detailing and Lizz is in her hire-it-out era. August 16th is Kelly's birthday and she'll be getting nestie with a bestie before baby arrives.  The gals were shook recently at a playdate when the green banana debate made its debut. How are these better than yellow bananas? They can offer healthy starches and a lower sugar count than ripe bananas.  Tired of unpredictable charges hitting your bank account? Over 74% of people have subscriptions they've forgotten about, too. Cancel unused and unwanted subscriptions, keep your spending on track, and put money right back in your pocket with Rocket Money. With over 5 million users, Rocket Money has helped save its members an average of $720 a year with over 500 million in canceled subscriptions. So stop wasting money on things you don't use.  → Download the Rocket Money app at rocketmoney.com/carpool   Canadian Carpoolers made the 11 hour trek to the Auto Show and brought a bag of Canadian snacks that Kelly and Lizz are trying today on the taste drive. While the ketchup Lays might make Kelly toss her chips, the all-dressed are something Canada can be proud of.  Kelly and Lizz are making their post-partum show and movie list. They've got their eye on the Sex and the City reboot and the Real Housewives of New Jersey. In industry news, Stellantis is super struggling right now. Kelly's prediction is that the reliability scores are hurting sales and thinks the Pacifica needs to be moved to Jeep or another brand. Their CEO is ready to cut brands that are underselling and speculations wonder what might happen to Maserati, which lost $89 million in the first six months of the year.  Today's Thawgust ditch the drive-through is Chi-chi pie pie from Pillsbury. Check out this freezer-friendly, kid and husband approved recipe on the Car Mom blog here.  → To share your ditch the drive-through recipe with us, call (959) CAR-POOL and leave us a message! → Write in your advice questions! Send Kelly and Lizz an email to get your question featured on the show at hello@thecarmomofficial.com  Follow the Carpool Podcast on IG Follow the Carpool Podcast on YouTube Join The Car Mom Crew Facebook Group! Follow Kelly on IG Follow Lizz on IG Follow the Truck Dad on IG Visit thecarmomofficial.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's baby watch month! It might be time to wash clothes and get baby's things together…but you won't catch Kelly packing her hospital bag until the day she needs to pack it. Lizz will be a little more prepared with Athleta jumpers in tow while Kelly will likely stick to her Lulu Align leggings.  In the great eight of salads, Kelly and Lizz's favorites go for gold. Who will bring the medal home? Caesar, Greek, Cobb, Wedge, Caprice, Taco, Italian, or Goat cheese? Kelly was deterred from a shower cap too soon. She's sure it's going to be life changing and Lizz doubts she'll use it. Stay tuned for the 30-day report. Also in driveway dumps, Kelly has one more thing to say about Ballerina Farms—200 years ago, we all would have been trad wives and would have figured it out. Got pregnancy brain? A crazy summer mom schedule? No worries, Rocket Money has got your back. Over 74% of people have subscriptions they've forgotten about. Cancel unused and unwanted subscriptions, keep your spending on track, and put money right back in your pocket with Rocket Money. With over 5 million users, Rocket Money has helped save its members an average of $720 a year with over 500 million in canceled subscriptions. So stop wasting money on things you don't use.  → Download the Rocket Money app at rocketmoney.com/carpool   A mom of one writes in to ask the gals if she should get rid of her Telluride for a car with more miles that would save her on monthly payments. Kelly isn't sure it's as good of a deal as it sounds. Her number one car shopping tip—even more than choosing your salesperson—is you have to understand what the monthly payment is going to be before you go to the dealership. Use the Car Mom car payment estimator to find your numbers before you shop! Another listener wonders what should be put in her hospital bag and when should the carseat be installed in the car? Kelly and Lizz say be sure to pack your own towels, a heating pad, a cute robe, and toiletries. Oh and don't forget those life-savers to keep you going during an epidural! → Write in your advice questions! Send Kelly and Lizz an email to get your question featured on the show at hello@thecarmomofficial.com  In a short and sweet industry news, Kelly reveals how she's feeling about the Traverse—it's lacking power, and that's saying something for her.  Throw your next girl dinner in a bowl to ditch the drive-through. All you need is a package of Thai chili tuna, rice, avocado, cucumber, soy sauce, seaweed crisps, and your favorite toppings. Mix it up and enjoy! → To share your ditch the drive-through recipe with us, call (959) CAR-POOL and leave us a message! Follow the Carpool Podcast on IG Follow the Carpool Podcast on YouTube Join The Car Mom Crew Facebook Group! Follow Kelly on IG Follow Lizz on IG Follow the Truck Dad on IG Visit thecarmomofficial.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's episode, Rebekah chats with Kelly Stumpe, also known as The Car Mom! Kelly shares her motherhood journey with us and how she has grown The Car Mom business into a national brand while raising kids. Kelly gives advice to moms pursuing a side hustle and emphasizes the importance of building an online presence and connecting with other moms. Get tickets for The Car Mom Auto Show, happening right here in St. Louis on July 20th at Queeny Park!Kelly is a mom of three (& pregnant with her fourth!), car salesperson, Child Safety Passenger Technician (CPST) and of course, The Car Mom. With over 1 million views since the launch of her YouTube channel in November 2020, Kelly's informative and fun reviews have captured the attention of women across the country looking to upgrade their vehicle needs. Her reviews focus on what mothers really care about - everything from the car seat set up to the cup holders. All of her unique content is shared weekly across multiple media channels. Kelly graduated from William Woods University with a degree in Communications & Equestrian Studies. Kelly hosts The Carpool Podcast with her sister, Lizz, every Tuesday & Thursday available wherever podcasts can be found.We hope you enjoyed this podcast episode! To learn more about Moms of the Lou you can go to stlouismom.com or follow us on Instagram and Facebook. You can listen to the podcast on Apple Podcast and Spotify. And don't forget to rate and review so more people can tune in! This episode was produced by the St. Louis Mom. It was recorded and edited by Half Coast Studios in St. Louis, Missouri. Music composed by Trina Harger.

Kelly's celebrity dream came true over dinner with Kate from Naptime Kitchen, her Charleston vs Nasheville debate makes for quite the hot take, and she just isn't a movie quote girl. Join this episode of the Carpool for a heated hate eight, money-saving industry news, and more! Today's millennial word of the day is 'steeze' meaning your swag and style.  Kelly is redacting the Poppi lemon lime review and giving it a second chance. It's still not Sprite, but maybe that's a good thing. She and Lizz also wonder what the heck is with the one-soda-a-night limit? Kelly and Lizz recap their hate eight of airport traveling from a recent trip. Which one takes the cake? A bad seatmate TSA anxiety, having to check your carryon because there isn't enough room on board, the impossibly small airplane bathroom, airport concession premium pricing, the corralling and creeping during pre-plane boarding, getting the timing of flights right, or the fact that every restaurant in the airport is bad? Listen in to find out! Kelly has rounded up the best deals to be had on Memorial Day including the 2024 Mazda CX 90. With 0% APR for 36 months and $1,500 in bonus cash, this is a great buy. Check out The Car Mom Blog for all of your Memorial Day car shopping! While you're there, grab The Car Mom's guide to saving time and money at the car dealership so you can negotiate like a pro! Wrapping up industry news, Biden hits Chinese EVs with a hundred percent tariff.  Straight from Kelly's new Naptime Kitchen recipe binder, today's ditch the drive-through is a summer dream. Try Kate's Potluck Perfect Sesame Chicken Pasta and get ready to please the crowd at your next barbeque.  → To share your ditch the drive-through recipe with us, call (959) CAR-POOL and leave us a message! → Write in your advice questions! Send Kelly and Lizz an email to get your question featured on the show at hello@thecarmomofficial.com  Follow the Carpool Podcast on IG Follow the Carpool Podcast on YouTube Join The Car Mom Crew Facebook Group! Follow Kelly on IG Follow Lizz on IG Follow the Truck Dad on IG Visit thecarmomofficial.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kid-free travel? Yes please! Kelly is headed to a wedding, trying on tangents, and sending all the Carpool moms well-washed car wishes this month.  Kelly and Lizz want Sydney and Grayson to think they're cool, but today's millennial word 'brick' might not be the way to do it. If you're trying to impress the younger crowd, though, just whip this one out anytime you need to indicate that something is freezing cold.  Kelly's crew is turning into a birthday dinner family—four kid birthdays are just too much. Both gals had a fabulous Mother's Day. Kelly's was simple and sweet and Lizz had brunch with mom, her favorite.  Coffee in bed with a little whip cream on top is just the base model luxury that Kelly and Lizz need. In fact, it might just replace the Nespresso machine.  The grass grows where you water it. Kelly's applying this fast lane philosophy by growing grass in one little area of her life. Goodwill drop offs, returns that 'make you money', and getting your nails done are just a few little grass growers you could add to your week.  Pots and pans you don't have to put away? Yes, please. With Caraway's beautiful cookware you can just leave them out and enjoy the aesthetic. Caraway's products are made without any toxic materials like PFAS, PTFEs, POH, or other hard to pronounce chemicals. Over 65,000 people have given Caraway kitchenware five stars. Now it's time to try it for yourself.  → Visit carawayhome.com/carpool or use the code CARPOOL at checkout to get 10% off your next purchase for a limited time. Do you know what auto-payments are going out every month? What about how much you spent on groceries last month? With Rocket Money you can keep tabs on all of your expenses and save accordingly. Cancel unused and unwanted subscriptions, keep your spending on track, and put money right back in your pocket with one simple app. Rocket Money has over 5 million users and has helped save its members an average of $720 a year with over 500 million in canceled subscriptions. So stop wasting money on things you don't use.  → Download the Rocket Money app at rocketmoney.com/carpool   Kelly gives a nod to the Playdate Pod for their segments sayings that don't exist and country songs that don't exist which inspired today's segment mom cars that don't exist. But…did Kelly and Lizz get the same assignment? Lizz offers up solid ideas like the Chevy Energizer and Ford XL while Kelly leverages an interesting theme with the Volkswagen IUD three-row, the Hyundai Placenta, and the Honda Uterus A Carpool family is moving from a Honda Odyssey to a new Chevy Traverse. They're wondering what they are going to miss most. Kelly says the floor space will be a sore spot, but the tech might make up for it. Another listener asks how Kelly and Lizz would deal with a mother-in-law who is just too much. They're just as mortified as she is and encourage her to keep setting boundaries. Kelly's long-game solution? Be the mother-in-law you want to see in the world! → Write in your advice questions! Send Kelly and Lizz an email to get your question featured on the show at hello@thecarmomofficial.com  In industry news the Chevy Malibu is on its way out, Ford is losing their Edge in 2025, and Elon Musk claims the car manufacturer still intends to spend 500 million to expand the supercharger network.  This week's May-rinade is here for today's ditch the drive-through. Head on over to The Car Mom blog for the sweet and spicy Sriracha salmon recipe you'll want to serve up with fresh asparagus or a cucumber salad. → To share your ditch the drive-through recipe with us, call (959) CAR-POOL and leave us a message! Follow the Carpool Podcast on IG Follow the Carpool Podcast on YouTube Join The Car Mom Crew Facebook Group! Follow Kelly on IG Follow Lizz on IG Follow the Truck Dad on IG Visit thecarmomofficial.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kelly Stumpe saw a gaping hole in the auto industry and she aggressively ran right through it. Also known as The Car Mom, she posts honest and insightful reviews of cars, vans, and SUVs that focus on things consumers care most about—the storage space, the cup-holders, and can you really get three carseats in the back row? She has built a thriving online community that focuses on empowering consumers (especially moms), disrupting the mighty auto-industry in its wake. This fun, insightful, and aggressive conversation will change the way you think about your four wheels. 

Why not be the fun mom? On this episode of the Carpool Kelly and Lizz are elevating their maternity and motherhood journeys. Listen in to hear their baby-veggie sagas, home updates, and more. For today's millennial word of the day Lizz has an update on the water bottle debate straight from the mouth of a qualified Gen Z mom. She and Kelly will be holding on to their Stanleys for life.  What's with the mystery toy trend? Kelly and Lizz don't get the appeal. Also on today's driveway dumps, Kelly's looking forward to driving her new Traverse while she prepares for the home addition to add bedrooms to the new house. Lizz's last three transactions kick off with an ear scope for checking the family—date night anyone? She's also ordered new old navy maternity workout dresses and a solar-powered charger so she's ready for power outages. Kelly ordered a twenty foot parachute with eighteen handles, a new floor cleaning solution, and got her own maternity haul from Spanx. A listener asks how she should prep, find the proper color combo, and go through the process of a spray tan. Kelly and Lizz—spray tan devotees—have all the advice to offer. Kelly even goes so far as to say that a bad spray tan is better than being pale. Another advice question focuses on compact SUV options for a dad commuting to work. Kelly recommends the Toyota Rav4 and Prius, Honda CRV, Subaru Forester or Outback. And last on the advice train, Kelly and Lizz share their heated opinions on how to handle toddler conflicts with another parent and friend.  → Write in your advice questions! Send Kelly and Lizz an email to get your question featured on the show at hello@thecarmomofficial.com  In industry news a dealership was found to be not at fault for injuries caused by an 80-year-old customer who crashed during a test drive. And making headlines that can't be Googled, Kelly's hyped for the new Car Mom blog: Cars With Bench Seating In Highest Trim Levels. This week's ditch the drive-through comes from Quebec. Try this Pâté Chinois, a twist on shepherd's pie. Brown one pound dish of ground beef in a skillet. Drain the beef and if you're feeling fancy, add some garlic and onion or worcestershire. Put the beef at the bottom of a casserole dish and add a can of cream corn right on top. Then add your mashed potatoes. Bake at 350 for 30 minutes or until the mashed potatoes start to get golden. → To share your ditch the drive-through recipe with us, call (959) CAR-POOL and leave us a message! Follow the Carpool Podcast on IG Follow the Carpool Podcast on YouTube Join The Car Mom Crew Facebook Group! Follow Kelly on IG Follow Lizz on IG Follow the Truck Dad on IG Visit thecarmomofficial.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ready to go electric, but not in an EV way? Then you won't want to miss the The Car Mom Auto Show. Kelly and Lizz kick off the episode raving about Nuna car seats and the car seat expert, Sam, who will be at the Auto Show helping you keep up with car seats.  Palpable is today's Merriam Webster word of the day. When you need a better word for something that's obvious, notable, and tangible — palpable is just the pick.  Make your kids' summer reading assignment a bonding experience. This genius idea is a shoutout from Chris. Read your kids' assigned book with them and make it a family book club.  The Carpool community has offered up their best base model luxury ideas. Lizz kicks off the list by watching Sex and the City with her husband. A handful of brilliant listeners offered their ideas, too: mini cutting boards, cup holder size Kleenex boxes, a space heater in the bathroom, hanging fresh Eucalyptus in the shower, and whipped cream in coffee.  Spring cleaning and organizing is right around the corner. So now is the time to get that Caraway cookware set you've had your eye on. This internet famous kitchenware is a staple for any home and comes in various modern shades to fit any design aesthetic. And not only is Caraway healthy and beautiful, their pans also come with the perfect storage system. Over 65,000 people have given Caraway kitchenware five stars. Now it's time to try it for yourself.  → Visit carawayhome.com/carpool or use the code CARPOOL at checkout to get 10% off your next purchase for a limited time. In industry news, Kia has not yet confirmed that the Tasman will be sold in the U.S., but it may have been spotted under heavy camouflage in California. The used car market is heating up and the average used EV price has plunged to just $1600 above gas-powered vehicles. Kelly and Lizz offer their speculations on why.  May-rinaides are taking over ditch the drive-through for the month of May! Try a new recipe every week with Kelly and Lizz. Just sign up for the Car Mom email list to get your recipe every week. Today's recipe comes from The Car Mom's mom, Chris. This Flank steak is so easy and perfect for company. Just marinate your flank steak in Italian dressing for 12-24 hours. Grill the steak for about three minutes per side. While you're grilling combine a bottle of A1 and half a can of beer in a pan. When your steak is done, cut the meat against the grain into strips and simmer the flank steak in the sauce for a few minutes. Serve with Car Mom broccoli and baked potatoes for a delicious and easy meal! → To share your ditch the drive-through recipe with us, call (959) CAR-POOL and leave us a message! → Write in your advice questions! Send Kelly and Lizz an email to get your question featured on the show at hello@thecarmomofficial.com  Follow the Carpool Podcast on IG Follow the Carpool Podcast on YouTube Join The Car Mom Crew Facebook Group! Follow Kelly on IG Follow Lizz on IG Follow the Truck Dad on IG Visit thecarmomofficial.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kelly Stumpe the Car Mom

Not one but TWO new Carpool babies are on board for this celebratory episode! Tune in for a full report on family baby announcements and Kelly and Lizz's early pregnancy symptoms. Shout out to @themomfluencer on IG for today's millennial word of the day,  "Do it for the plot," which is the new—and much cooler—way of saying 'yolo.' In driveway dumps Kelly and Lizz talk about detoxing your home. Lizz finished her first candle to get rid of artificial fragrances and Kelly and her kids have switched to The Primal Kitchen ketchup. Lizz shares her backsplash project progress and Kelly updates us on her fish fry bar-baking journey. Her three-staple recipes are yet to be found for biscuits, cookies, and lemon bars. Got pregnancy brain? Then chances are you'll end up forgetting a thing or two, like when to cancel that trial subscription you started. Stop wasting your money on things you don't use, like sneaky subscriptions that pile up so quickly. Put them all in one place and easily cancel the ones you're not using with Rocket Money. This personal finance app can also monitor spending and help you lower your bills—all in one, easy-to-use place.  → Download the Rocket Money app at rocketmoney.com/carpool   Last three transactions Lizz kicks off the last three transactions segment with her car seat purchase for Mattie's truck, the Britax Poplar. This seat is easy to install and get tight, even if you've got three across. She's also picked up a hot glue gun to get her wicks just right for candle making and a retractable baby gate to keep James safe around the stairs. Kelly is excited about the lifetime lockers that have arrived for her new garage and is less thrilled about needing to order magnesium lotion for her pregnancy arthritis. Lastly, Primally Pure Skincare is on it's way after Kelly took their quiz and ordered the whole kit! Rivian's R2 reveal brings us a cute little SUV that starts at $45K. In industry news, Kelly shares that they also had a surprise R3 reveal along with it. And if you're actually shopping at the New York Auto Show, check out group tours with Scotty from 'A Girl's Guide to Cars'! The last three meals Kelly made are bringing get-it-on-the-table inspiration so you can ditch the drive-through. Ham, mac and cheese, and Car Mom broccoli; Chicken Ceasar wraps with Just Bare chicken nuggets, Trader Joe's white rice, and a Caesar salad mix; and Trader Joe's beef kebabs with rice, cucumbers, peppers, tomatoes, feta, lime, red onion, and tzatziki sauce. → To share your ditch the drive-through recipe with us, call (959) CAR-POOL and leave us a message! → Write in your advice questions! Send Kelly and Lizz an email to get your question featured on the show at hello@thecarmomofficial.com  Follow the Carpool Podcast on IG Follow the Carpool Podcast on YouTube Join The Car Mom Crew Facebook Group! Follow Kelly on IG Follow Lizz on IG Follow the Truck Dad on IG Visit thecarmomofficial.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Pooh Bear look is redeeming Fred's baby boy style, but the highlight of the week is still shopping for new baby girl clothes. On today's episode, Kelly and Lizz share their hot takes on everything from baby thermometers to EV names.  Retinue is today's Merriam Webster word of the day. It means a group of helpers, supporters, or followers. While baby James was sick, Lizz found herself creating a low-lift luxury at home: cucumber mint water. Now, she's inspired to plan a little herb garden for summer.  Lizz's last three transactions include a dress haul, wicks for beeswax candles, and the Frida baby thermometer. Kelly ordered Hattie a 'get married' dress, a new travel potty, and living room and bedroom furniture for the new house. She also mentions that The Somerset Dress from Anthropologie might be on her next three transactions and Lizz recommends checking out the Nuuly clothing rental service for access to great modern brands.  Less butter, no chemicals to give you the ick, absolutely gorgeous—and easier clean up? Say no more. When you're ditching the drive-through, reach for Caraway Homes, non-toxic kitchenware. Their pans are not only healthy, beautiful, and aesthetically pleasing, they also come with the perfect organization system. Over 65,000 people have given Caraway kitchenware five stars. Now it's time to try it for yourself.  → Visit carawayhome.com/carpool to get 20% off your next purchase for a limited time. On today's advice segment, a hybrid-curious family of four who loves their Subaru Forester wonders if they should stick with another Forester or shop around? Kelly says…maybe wait. Another listener asks what to do about buying a new car when the salesman she's loyal to might not sell what she needs.  Kelly has the scoop on the Rivian deep-sleep feature when car seats are installed on today's industry news. Buick has a new tagline — Kelly's underwhelmed, but Lizz thinks it's cute! The most recent top safety picks from IAHS go to the Genesis Hyundai and Kia brands, Stellantis might just be the Kia of 15 years ago, and Kelly and Lizz have Car-Mom-approved EV names Lincoln (and others) are more than welcome to snag.  Alyssa is joining in on the group project of Kelly's life with today's ditch the drive-through meal-prep hack. Every Sunday her family has grilled chicken salads so the extra meat can be used all week for lunches. Her husband also preps extra bacon for breakfasts and ground sausage for soup making kitchen cleanup a snap.  → To share your ditch the drive-through recipe with us, call (959) CAR-POOL and leave us a message! → Write in your advice questions! Send Kelly and Lizz an email to get your question featured on the show at hello@thecarmomofficial.com  Follow the Carpool Podcast on IG Follow the Carpool Podcast on YouTube Join The Car Mom Crew Facebook Group! Follow Kelly on IG Follow Lizz on IG Follow the Truck Dad on IG Visit thecarmomofficial.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

These gals are booked, busy, and building their bucket list — in spite of their hate for travel. And due to their jam packed jet-setting schedule there will be no Carpool next week! Can this Merriam Webster word of the day save Lizz from hearing Kelly overuse ‘granular' in their next meeting? You can sound smart too when you use today's word, conflate which means to confuse or blend.  In driveway dumps, Kelly and Lizz wonder if David Henry is getting a little thirsty with the spin off of Wizards of Waverly Place coming up. The Car Mom car of the year sparked unexpected controversy that the gals are so over. Caden Lane's matching swimsuits are not equivalent to Christmas jammies. And Tyler has rose-colored glasses when it comes to Kelly's bounce back (or does he?).  Today's episode is brought to you by Zocdoc. When it comes to your health, there is no room for compromise. Don't book the appointment with a random doctor near you just because they're available right now. Instead, check out Zocdoc, where you can search by location, availability, and insurance. Compare highly rated in-network doctors near you and instantly book appointments with them online through the Zocdoc app.  → Visit zocdoc.com/carpool and download the Zocdoc app for free.  Ollipop vs Poppi go head to head on today's taste drive. The Ollipop Vintage Cola versus Poppi Classic Cola, the Ollipop Classic Root Beer versus Poppi Root Beer, the Ollipop Strawberry Vanilla versus Poppi Strawberry Lemon, and Ollipop Cherry Cola versus Poppi Doc Pop. Listen in to find out which ones Kelly and Lizz are reaching for during their next trip to the grocery store.  A listener writes in and asks for Lizz's advice on setting up a home gym to get her 15-30 minute workout in every day. Her top recommendations are a treadmill and dumbbells as well as her favorite apps and IG accounts: OWNU app, Lively Girl Fitness, and Kelly's go-to Madeline Moves. Industry news is short, sweet, and very exciting: Kelly's upgrading to a new demo, a Limited Expedition with a bench! The last one-pan-Jan is here for today's ditch the drive-through: sheet pancakes. Kelly and Lizz might just try a protein upgrade, too.  → To share your ditch the drive-through recipe with us, call (959) CAR-POOL and leave us a message! → Write in your advice questions! Send Kelly and Lizz an email to get your question featured on the show at hello@thecarmomofficial.com  Follow the Carpool Podcast on IG Follow the Carpool Podcast on YouTube Join The Car Mom Crew Facebook Group! Follow Kelly on IG Follow Lizz on IG Visit thecarmomofficial.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kelly's got jet setting plans for the first quarter of 2024. Speaking at the National Automotive Dealers Association and a family trip to Arizona will keep her busy and in plenty of airports she won't enjoy. The Merriam Webster word of the day is bunkum, meaning nonsense or foolish and insincere talk or language.  In today's driveway dumps, Kelly's done with $9 strawberries and having a canned fruit epiphany. The gals bring their crash course in micro-influencing so you can find your niche, plan your social media, and leave the bunkum at the door. Lizz shares her new healthy recipe source @raziyyz on Instagram.  When you're ready to ditch the drive-through, reach for Caraway Homes, non-toxic kitchenware. Their pans are not only beautiful and aesthetically pleasing, they also come with the perfect organization system. Their cookware features a chemical-free ceramic coating so food can be prepared with peace of mind that no hard to pronounce chemicals will leach into your healthy ingredients. Over 65,000 people have given Caraway kitchenware five stars. Now it's time to try it for yourself.  → Visit carawayhome.com/carpool to get 10% off your next purchase. Industry news is brought to you by Enterprise, a trusted brand known for providing excellent customer service, which is so important when you're in need of a replacement vehicle while yours is being serviced or repaired. Call your insurance agent and add rental coverage to your plan today so that if you get in a winter accident and your vehicle needs to be repaired, the cost of a rental won't be anything to worry about. Yeah.  → Visit enterprise.com/rentalreimbursement for more information  More than 60% of American households cannot currently afford to buy a new car and that's just downright scary. Meanwhile, the Chicago car graveyard is full of dead Tesla robots and used Teslas are cheaper than ever. Can EVs survive in the east? To wrap up today's industry news, The Car Mom car of the year announcement is here!  A family with two kids and the possibility of a third is currently driving a Nissan Rogue 2022. Kelly recommends the Pathfinder a few other quality options for this growing crew. One pan Jan and today's ditch the drive-through is brought to you by Primal Kitchen. Try the Primal Kitchen ketchup in your Iowa Slingers this week! → To share your ditch the drive-through recipe with us, call (959) CAR-POOL and leave us a message! → Write in your advice questions! Send Kelly and Lizz an email to get your question featured on the show at hello@thecarmomofficial.com  Follow the Carpool Podcast on IG Follow the Carpool Podcast on YouTube Join The Car Mom Crew Facebook Group! Follow Kelly on IG Follow Lizz on IG Visit thecarmomofficial.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Underground bunkers, for what? Kelly does not need to survive the apocalypse. Just leave her be with her $40 Frosty Buddy and still-cold iced coffee. Miriam Webster's word of the year for 2023, authentic, saw a substantial increase in traffic last year. Brands and celebrity influencers are tapping into the power of what's genuine and true-to-you. Kelly and Lizz agree — there's now a divide between influencers and content creators.  Kelly has IG recommendations on fast lane philosophies. Check out @tidymoose for a professional organizer's year of no shopping (and donating two items a day), @sproutingarrows who is helping single income families thrive, and a Car Mom forever favorite @naptimekitchen.  Kids toys aren't taking over Kelly's house, but they are taking over today's driveway dump. Kelly is figuring out what the hot thing is by diving into play in her kids' world of toys. If you're feeling overwhelmed post-Christmas, focus on giving your kids floor space, try a two-week toy purgatory, and take extra toys your kids still love to grandma and grandpa's house to give them new life.  One resolution we could all work on this year is getting a hold of our subscription services and saving money. Put all your subscriptions in one place and easily cancel the ones you're not really using with Rocket Money. This personal finance app finds and cancels unwanted subscriptions, monitors spending, and helps you lower your bills—all in one, easy-to-use place. Going into 2024, if one of your goals is to save money or become more financially savvy, check out Rocket Money. → Download the Rocket Money app at rocketmoney.com/carpool   Triplets are on the way and a loyal listener is looking for advice for her bestie. With three incoming babies and two large dogs, which vehicle would Kelly choose? Hands down, the Ford Expedition with a bench was made for this family. Read more about why Kelly chooses the Expedition over the Tahoe on the Car Mom blog! Another listener asks Kelly and Lizz: Have you always known you wanted more than one kid? How did you know when it was time to have another? Industry news reveals the most reliable brands according to Consumer Reports. Lexus and Toyota top the charts. Calling all green Suzukis — is your vehicle Hollywood ready? Listen in for more about this auto-casting-call. Kelly and Lizz reminisce about early 00s Blackberrys and cell phones after hearing they're partnering with Stellantis and Amazon to create a virtual cockpit.  This week's ditch the drive-through and one pan jan is a Cajun Shrimp recipe. Keep your eyes peeled for the full recipe on the Car Mom instagram and in your email inbox!  → To share your air fryer recipe for February, call (959) CAR-POOL and leave us a message or email hello@thecarmomofficial.com. → Write in your advice questions! Send Kelly and Lizz an email to get your question featured on the show at hello@thecarmomofficial.com  Follow the Carpool Podcast on IG Follow the Carpool Podcast on YouTube Follow Kelly on IG Follow Lizz on IG Visit thecarmomofficial.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lizz is recovering from her scariest mom moment yet while Kelly is in her soft girl era, kicking off her days with ginger turmeric bone broth, and patting herself on the back for being the CEO of her health.  → Want to join in on convos with other Carpool moms about the show? Join The Car Mom Crew Facebook Group! The English language is giving Gen Z with today's Miriam Webster word of the day, skulk. The word means ‘to move around in a stealthy or secretive way' and Kelly wants to know why we're not just saying ‘sneak.' Lizz is over being on the wrong side of Instagram and is here to share her scary mom moment in a safe space. One thing about this new mama, if her baby is locked in the car, a window's getting shattered. Mattie shares a little marine wisdom: “If I second thought every decision I made in a high stress situation, I would never sleep at night.” Wrapping up driveway dumps, Lizz is watching and highly recommends Apple TV Lessons in Chemistry and she's just begun reading Hunt, Gather, Parent by Michaeleen Doucleff.  One resolution we could all work on this year is getting a hold of our subscription services and saving money. Put all your subscriptions in one place and easily cancel the ones you're not really using with Rocket Money. This personal finance app finds and cancels unwanted subscriptions, monitors spending, and helps you lower your bills—all in one, easy-to-use place. Going into 2024, if one of your goals is to save money or become more financially savvy, check out Rocket Money. → Download the Rocket Money app at rocketmoney.com/carpool   A mom of twins writes in to find out how she can foster connection between her kiddos. Kelly and Lizz say take the pressure off and let your kids spend time together (without mom) to bond. A carpool family with a four-year-old and a one-year-old are shopping for a mid-size SUV, that's comparable to the Ford Edge, with a $30K budget. Kelly recommends checking out a new Ford Edge or a Santa Fe, Rav4, Atlas Crossport or Tiguan.  In industry news, the Car Mom's car of the year is almost here and today Kelly's announcing the four finalists. Vehicles that got a refresh, redesign, or new release were eligible. Kelly evaluated each vehicle on comfort, safety, value, technology, passenger capabilities to narrow down the list. The four finalists are: the 2023/24 Honda Pilot, the 2023 Toyota Grand Highlander, the 2023 Lexus TX and the 2024 Volkswagen Atlas.  Kelly shares some time-saving Costco finds for today's ditch the drive-through. Frozen chicken pineapple meatballs are easy to throw together with jasmine rice, broccoli, and primal kitchen Teriyaki sauce. Pre-pulled rotisserie chicken makes easy chicken salad, chicken pot pie, and chicken quesadillas. → To share your ditch the drive-through recipe with us, call (959) CAR-POOL and leave us a message! → Write in your advice questions! Send Kelly and Lizz an email to get your question featured on the show at hello@thecarmomofficial.com  Join The Car Mom Crew Facebook Group  Follow the Carpool Podcast on IG Follow the Carpool Podcast on YouTube Follow Kelly on IG Follow Lizz on IG Visit thecarmomofficial.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Known as “The Car Mom”, Kelly Stumpe is a go-to expert when it comes to finding the perfect car for your family. she provides invaluable insights such as the ideal car for accommodating multiple car seats, optimal trunk space, and top safety features in the event of a crash. Explore Kelly's expert advice as she addresses questions from our MomForce community, offering valuable tips on what features to prioritize when choosing a car and which models to avoid. Don't miss her verdict on the timeless minivan vs. SUV debate. Elevate your family's driving experience and learn a few new things before visiting your next car dealership.  Time codes:  2:35 What car should I buy for my family? 2:53 What car does Kelly drive? 5:38 SUV or minivan? 8:05 What carseats are best if you need to fit three across on one row  10:16 Safety mistakes people make when it comes to carseats  12:26 Used cars  14:35 Teen driver safety tips  19:45 How to be safe on the road  25:23 Camera roll organization  Use code: MOMFORCE for 20% off your first Chatbooks order!  Follow Vanessa Follow The Car Mom  Follow Chatbooks The MomForce Podcast on TikTok  Listen to more of The MomForce Podcast

Join Ray Shefska as he dives into the world of cars with a fresh lens, chatting with Kelly Stumpe, popularly known as "Kelly The Car Mom." From starting her career at BMW, being the lone woman in a male-dominated space, to outpacing her peers in sales while they chatted about fantasy football, Kelly's journey is nothing short of inspiring. Ever wondered how a mom views a car differently? Kelly breaks the myth that "new is always best" and shares why new moms don't always need to upgrade to a bigger car. Curious about the practicalities of car storage from a mom's perspective? Like, how many juice boxes can fit in there? Kelly's got you covered.   Find out how Kelly juggles life with three kids under five, being a wife, a YouTube sensation, and the leader of her own company. All this and more in a captivating 60-minute episode. Discover more about Kelly's mission to empower families in their car choices, her personal car favorites, and much more. For a deeper dive into her world, check out her website [TheCarMom.com](http://thecarmom.com) and follow her on [Instagram](http://instagram.com/the_car_mom), [YouTube](http://youtube.com/@TheCarMom), and [Facebook](http://facebook.com/thecarmom). Don't miss her podcast [The Carpool with Kelly and Lizz](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-carpool-with-kelly-and-lizz/id1606787270).

Making Carpool headlines today is none other than Taylor Swift and her new beau, Travis Kelce. Kelly and Lizz are so here for this cheerleader-gets-the-football-player moment.  → Hey Subaru Ascent mamas! It's your turn to head on over to the Carpool reviews, leave Kelly and Lizz a rating, and shout out your ride. Driveway dumps feature Lizz's controversial closet clean out. She and Kelly did a huge postpartum closet purge because too many options — especially ones that don't fit — aren't always a good thing. Kelly is struggling with becoming a ‘snack house' and longs to get her ‘ingredient house' days back. You know, the ones that remind her of a childhood filled with salami snowflakes and American cheese slices after school.  Lizz is getting the ick from a few bizarre bridal trends and Kelly has done the hard work of attending a vague money influencer's four-hour masterclass to spill their secrets in seconds to you. The gals share their feelings about automotive influencers and get ready to kick off Crock-tober with Kate from @naptimekitchen.  → Sign up for the Car Mom emails to get your Crock Pot recipe every Friday and check out the first Crock Pot recipe of the month — Honey Butter Chicken.  Today's episode is also brought to you by Athletic Greens. No time for a complicated supplement routine in the morning? One scoop of AG1 every morning in a glass of water is a simple routine that sets you up for success. Every scoop of AG1 is packed with 75 vitamins and minerals and whole foods sourced ingredients. Support your gut and mood, boost your energy, and hair, skin, and nail health.  → Grab your free one year supply of vitamin D and five free travel packs with your first purchase. All you have to do is go to athleticgreens.com/carpool Today's episode is brought to you by Zocdoc. When you're struggling to find a doctor who you can see sooner than later, try Zocdoc. Zocdoc helps you find expert doctors and medical professionals that specialize in the care you need. Book an appointment in no time. With Zoc, you have a trusted guide to connect you to your favorite doctor you just haven't met yet. Millions of people have used Zocdoc's free app, to find and book a patient-reviewed doctor in their neighborhood.  → Head over to zocdoc.com/carpool to download the app and book a top-rated doctor today. Many are available within 24 hours.  Kelly hypes up the CEO of her health, herself. She's all about being proactive instead of reactive and is excited to see her self-care pay off in today's insightful Musk moments.  In industry news, auto spies have caught photos of a redesigned Buick Enclave crossover, Kelly has mixed feelings about celebrity spokespeople in the auto industry, and brand loyalty is declining in new drivers. Kelly and Lizz welcome special guest Rachel, Blake's mom and the inspiration for Blake's besties on the Carpool podcast. During October, the Carpool will once again honor Pregnancy Infant Awareness Loss Month by sharing stories of babies that deserve to be remembered.  → Write in to hello@thecarmomofficial.com share your story! Kelly and Lizz would love to hear about your pregnancy cravings, memories, and what made your baby special to you.  Rachel also shares her go-to ditch the drive-through, classic quesadillas. → To share your ditch the drive-through recipe with us, call (959) CAR-POOL and leave us a message! Follow the Carpool Podcast on IG Follow the Carpool Podcast on YouTube Follow Kelly on IG Follow Lizz on IG Visit thecarmomofficial.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kelly Stumpe comes on the podcast to talk all things safety and cars.    Kelly Stumpe is The Car Mom. As a mom and lover of all things automotive (she grew up in and around car dealerships!), Kelly recognized a need within the industry and jumped at the opportunity to offer her expertise. Founded in 2020, The Car Mom began simply as a way to review family cars from a mom's perspective. In the three years since, the mission has quickly grown to empower families of all sizes throughout the car selection and buying process. With a down-to-earth, family focused, and accessible approach to car tours, Kelly has fostered a loyal community of over half a million followers. In addition to being The Car Mom, Kelly is also the co-host of the podcast The Carpool, a Child Passenger Safety Technician and most importantly, a mom to three - George, Hattie, and Fred. The Car Mom website: https://www.thecarmomofficial.com  The Car Pool podcast: https://www.thecarmomofficial.com/the-car-pool-podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_car_mom/    _________________________________ Watch the Naked Money Meeting book trailer: https://www.instagram.com/reel/CwfoOC3ribe/?igshid=MWZjMTM2ODFkZg== What is your Money Block? Take the quiz at nakedmoneymeetings.com and find out. Click here to get your copy of Naked Money Meetings or support your local independent bookstore. Share this podcast with a friend! It's the very best way to help us grow. Thank you for listening.  Connect with Erin and find more links here: https://linktr.ee/erinskyekelly    If any of the links provided here receive affiliate commissions, it goes to support sponsoring people into the Get the Hell Out of Debt online program who otherwise could not attend. You are changing lives!    

The 2023 Car Mom Auto Show recap episode is here! If you missed out on the fun come relive the event vicariously with Kelly and Lizz…and get ready for an even more amazing 2024 Show! → Attention Sorento drivers! By Auto-Show-attendee request, it's your week to leave a Carpool review over in the Apple Podcasts app. Shout out your ride and let Kelly and Lizz know what you love about the show! Metallic ballet flats are today's millennial trend of the day inspired by none other than Kelly and Lizz's favorite Gen Zer, Sydney. Sydney's shopping, saving, and fashion investment strategies along with inspo from Merrick White and Styled by Kim KJ might just inspire you to splurge on an investment piece or two yourself.  Kelly and Lizz reflect on their favorite parts of the Car Mom Auto Show and what they'll do differently next time. The preview event the night before was a hit with 50 guests and swag bags. Blake's mom, Rachel, from Blake's besties was an emotional surprise, lawyers are using the millennial word of the day as conversational ice breakers, and the Auto Show weekend was one woman's birthday gift. Shannon, the unofficial head of the first Car Mom Auto Show was in attendance as well as the Car Mom's website girl and daycare provider. In total, 2000 guests of all ages from middle schoolers to mom and daughter duos showed up and showed out! Event sponsors were amazing, with Continental Tire providing a free set of tires on the spot to a mom with a flat, spontaneous Mockingbird stroller giveaways stunning the crowd, and Lizz is already loading up her online cart with lavender goodies from one of the stellar vendors. What's in store for next year: an iced honey latte truck? Voting for favorites? New locations? Stay tuned to find out! Maddie recently decided to get YouTube TV to watch football this season. Sure, great, but Lizz is looking to cut back on subscriptions they aren't using to pay for the new one. So, she turned to Rocket Money, a personal finance app that finds and cancels your unwanted subscriptions, monitors your spending, and helps lower your bills all in one place.  → Cancel your unused subscriptions and manage your money the easy way by going to rocketmoney.com/carpool  Today's episode is also brought to you by Athletic Greens. No time for a complicated supplement routine in the morning? One scoop of AG1 every morning in a glass of water is a simple routine that sets you up for success. Every scoop of AG1 is packed with 75 vitamins and minerals and whole foods sourced ingredients. Support your gut and mood, boost your energy, and hair, skin, and nail health.  → Grab your free one year supply of vitamin D and five free travel packs with your first purchase. All you have to do is go to athleticgreens.com/carpool Thin rimmed wine or cocktail glasses, the ever superior period underwear, and Sydney's sock hack are making waves in today's base model luxuries segment. In industry news, BMW is retracting their heated seat subscriptions since drivers hated them — shocker! A listener writes in with a tasty ditch the drive-through: Big Mac Salads and to wrap up the show Kelly gives tough advice to a mom expecting triplets who has two in car seats already.  → To share your ditch the drive-through recipe with us, call (959) CAR-POOL and leave us a message! → Write in your icks and ask for advice! Send Kelly and Lizz an email to get your question featured on the show at hello@thecarmomofficial.com  Follow the Carpool Podcast on IG Follow the Carpool Podcast on YouTube Follow Kelly on IG Follow Lizz on IG Visit thecarmomofficial.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's the Thursday before THE Auto Show of all Auto Shows. If you're in the area and you don't have tickets yet, be prepared for an awkward standoff with Kelly. Or, head on over to The Car Mom and grab your tickets today! → Kicking off today's reverse podcast, Kelly's calling out all Honda Odyssey mamas. You've been waiting, and now is your time to shine in the Carpool reviews. Head on over to Apple Podcasts and shout out your ride under your five star rating.  Get out of your dinner rut with Kelly's staples this week including: ChiChi Pie Pie (recipe is on her IG highlights), Unbelivabowl Lemon Rosemary Chicken, the Mississippi roast, and chicken fajitas. In industry news, Car and Driver reported on a Super Cruise campaign from Ford for drivers to stay, “Hands Free Eyes On.” Kelly loves the tech and Lizz isn't sure she can trust it in a zombie apocalypse.  Kelly's last three transactions start with the fabulous smelling Glossier deodorant (a purchase that is thanks to Sydney who always knows what to buy). She's also picked up another Abercrombie square neck bodysuit and made a Target haul on Labor Day. Lizz picked up some Caden Lane jammies for James, $500 worth of Express, and made an Amazon order to start her curly hair care journey. And in the spirit of not just buying new things all of the time, the gals are loving accounts like Styled by Kim KJ where you can learn how to wear what you already have.  Driveway dumps reveal that Kelly's in her art era and Lizz is in her homesteading era. So listen in and learn how to save your bacon grease.  To wrap up this backwards episode, the millennial word of the day is ‘light work, no reaction' used when something was just no big deal. → To share your ditch the drive-through recipe with us, call (959) CAR-POOL and leave us a message! → Write in your icks and ask for advice! Send Kelly and Lizz an email to get your question featured on the show at hello@thecarmomofficial.com  Follow the Carpool Podcast on IG Follow the Carpool Podcast on YouTube Follow Kelly on IG Follow Lizz on IG Visit thecarmomofficial.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We've made it, besties!! We have Kelly Stumpe, aka THE CAR MOM, on the pod. We speak from experience when we say that even if you don't consider yourself a car girlie, you'll love this interview. We've watched Kelly's very niched business grow, and we're thrilled that she's sharing her story with us today! Founded in 2020, The Car Mom began simply as a way to review family cars from a mom's perspective. In the three years since, the mission has quickly grown to empower families of all sizes throughout the car selection and buying process.  With a down-to-earth, family focused, and accessible approach to car tours, Kelly has fostered a loyal community of over half a million followers. In addition to being The Car Mom, Kelly is also the co-host of the podcast The Carpool, a Child Passenger Safety Technician and most importantly, a mom to three. Today's Banter: The terrible housing marketing  Why are soccer practice snacks a thing?! Bentgo boxes are so overrated  Don't compare your beginning with someone else's middle What a Car Mom work week looks like Figuring out your “non-negociables” as a mom Bestie Banter includes: blood boiler, little luxuries, and unpopular opinions   Business Banter includes: the Car Mom origin story, when Kelly learned how to monetize her Instagram, how she makes business decisions, her fails & successes  Links You May Be Looking For: Rebecca's Instagram: @themomfluencer Lauren's Instagram: @counselorclique Rebecca's Amazon Storefront Lauren's Amazon Storefront Set up your Facebook ads consult call with Numbers Drive! Kelly's Instagram: @the_car_mom The Carpool with Kelly and Liz: @the_car_pool The Car Mom website The Car Mom on YouTube Connect with Us: Send a DM: @themomfluencer Send us an email: hello@bestiebusinessbanter.com Shop the Momfluencer Amazon Storefront Leave a 5-star podcast review: Apple Podcasts and Spotify

Kelly's birthday Chatbook is going to smack. She's flirty, 30, thriving, and stayed up until 3am before the first day of school — listen in to hear why! → Hey Highlander drivers! Whether you drive a Grand or non-Grand Toyota Highlander Kelly and Lizz would love to hear from you in the Carpool podcast reviews! Can Kelly guess what today's Millennial word means? The acronym ‘IJBOL' is here to replace lol and lmao but both gals agree they'll always be lol-girlies.  In today's last three transactions, Lizz ordered a new couch cover from Nolan Interiors, shot glass ice molds for Kelly's birthday celebration, and zip-up storage boxes for her linens. Kelly bought herself new birthday sneakers (the Adidas Sambas), a nap mat for George, and made an H&M haul for Hattie and Fred.  Do you know what you're spending every month on subscriptions? Rocket Money is a personal finance app that finds and cancels your unwanted subscriptions, monitors your spending, and helps you lower your bills all in one place. Rocket Money can even negotiate to lower bills for you by up to 20%. All you have to do is take a picture of your bill and Rocket Money takes care of the rest. With over 3 million users in counting Rocket Money, customers have saved on an average of $720 a year. So stop wasting your money on things you don't use. Cancel unwanted subscriptions and manage your expenses the easy way. → Download the Rocket Money app at rocketmoney.com/carpool   Sound the alarms! Top industry news today is the 2024 Chevy Traverse coming to the Car Mom Auto Show. Grab your tickets, you won't want to miss the Traverse, Mazda CX 90, and other Car Mom favorites that are on their way.  Kelly has a Whole Foods revelation that she's sharing on today's ditch the drive-through: pre-prepared family dinners you simply couldn't find elsewhere for less.  → To share your ditch the drive-through recipe with us, call (959) CAR-POOL and leave us a message! → Write in your icks and ask for advice! Send Kelly and Lizz an email to get your question featured on the show at hello@thecarmomofficial.com  Follow the Carpool Podcast on IG Follow the Carpool Podcast on YouTube Follow Kelly on IG Follow Lizz on IG Visit thecarmomofficial.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

George is starting school and Kelly is leaving Blippi days behind to become a kid mom. Lizz is wondering what else Kelly got up to when she wasn't around to monitor activities for the Car Mom Auto Show. →Do you drive a Cadillac Escalade? It's your turn to sound off in the Carpool reviews. Leave Kelly and Lizz a five star review and share what you think of the show! Passenger princess is today's millennial word of the day. Lizz is Kelly's passenger princess—in charge of snacks, radio, and looking cute—while Kelly rarely gets the chance with Tyler since he has such an attachment to bringing his tool-filled truck everywhere they go.  A jam-packed dumpity do dah includes a Suntrip family vacay recap. Spoiler alert: having babies at the lake isn't ideal, especially when the mom's get sick. Kelly predicted tuna as the next ‘it' food, but it turns out it's sardines. And if that's a part of your next girl dinner, you can thank her for it. Speaking of all things girly — Kelly and Lizz talk girl math and how to get free meals and make money while you shop. Both gals are over threads, content gatekeeping, and reels with descriptions you have to read. On the upside of social media, Kelly is popping off on Tik Tok and has found the Swifty side. → Today's episode is brought to you by Hello Fresh—the perfect way to stretch yourself in the kitchen and ditch the drive-through at the same time. Stop wasting time standing in the checkout line and get pre-portioned ingredients and step-by-step recipes delivered to your door. Just imagine whipping up a delicious dinner with pork stir fry egg roll in a bowl vibes on a busy school night. Head over to hellofresh.com/carpool and use code 50carpool for 50% off plus free shipping.  Lover as a nickname, inspirational quotes with selfies on social media, and grown men kick off today's listener icks. Kelly and Lizz debate which semi-formal and formal occasions are okay to wear your Apple watch to, and which pregnancy-related icks they can relate to.  A Carpool listener writes in for advice on turning down hand-me-downs as a people pleaser and another asks if she should wait until the 2024 body style is released to buy a Kia Sorento.  In industry news the ‘24 Hyundai Santa Fe third row math ain't mathin', the 2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ has 55 inches worth of screen, and Ford is launching it's Blue Cruise feature with a subscription model.  Sarah is doing the most for today's ditch the drive-through with a reminder about the magic of convenient deli salads like chicken and egg salad for lunch or dinner. And as fall arrives, a shepherd's pie never hurt anybody. This delicious casserole is a sneaky way to get veggies into the whole family → To share your ditch the drive-through recipe with us, call (959) CAR-POOL and leave us a message! → Write in your icks and ask for advice! Send Kelly and Lizz an email to get your question featured on the show at hello@thecarmomofficial.com  Follow the Carpool Podcast on IG Follow the Carpool Podcast on YouTube Follow Kelly on IG Follow Lizz on IG Visit thecarmomofficial.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Stumpe family vacation planning is in the works, and Chris (mom) is doing the most. Craig's (dad's) birthday agenda is full of morning coffee talk, breakfast, pilates practice, nap gaps, and a dress-up-like dad extravaganza. Follow Kelly and Lizz on Instagram for the hilarious highlights! Today's millennial word of the day is ‘core' which defines an aesthetic or vibe such as Barbie core, cottage core, Car Mom core, or Craig core.  Kelly will be thriving and not just surviving family vacation travel with the kids. Her last transaction was an Amazon shop for road trip activities planned out with coordinated toys that you can find on her storefront list here. Lizz is shopping at Athleta and Lulu for new shorts and tops that actually fit and hit Carters for a new pair of PJs for baby James. Kelly bought the pickle flavored Spritz for a future taste test and Lizz is in love with her new Divvy shampoo and conditioner.  We're all just a little icky— and that's okay. Today's listener icks include adults calling each other mama, moms saying things like ‘I've got four under four' as if it's a contest for who has the harder life, singing happy birthday to adults (unanimously icky), and clipping your nails at work.  In industry news, the 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser is returning to America smaller and resembling the 2024 Lexus GX. Elon is giving Kanye with his move to rename Twitter ‘X.' And the Car Mom is officially driving a minivan Stop throwing away money, cancel unwanted subscriptions, and manage your expenses the easy way with Rocket Money—today's episode sponsor. Most Americans think they're spending about $80 a month on subscriptions. But did you know that the actual cost is closer to $200? If you don't know exactly how much you're spending every month, you need the Rocket Money app to monitor your spending and help you lower your bills—all in one, easy-to-use place.  → Download the Rocket Money app at rocketmoney.com/carpool   → To share your ditch the drive-through recipe with us, call (959) CAR-POOL and leave us a message! → Write in your icks and ask for advice! Send Kelly and Lizz an email to get your question featured on the show at hello@thecarmomofficial.com  Follow the Carpool Podcast on IG Follow the Carpool Podcast on YouTube Follow Kelly on IG Follow Lizz on IG Visit thecarmomofficial.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dealers can gain valuable insight in this episode on how to meet moms and families where they are in the car buying process by understanding their specific needs, making the process less intimidating and more transparent and by providing helpful online content through social media that empowers customers and dealership staff. In this episode you'll hear: What moms think about (and get frustrated by!) buying EVs for their families How dealers can appeal to the mom segment and women buyers (don't miss Kelly's tips here!) How to empower your customers through content that makes them excited and comfortable with the car purchasing process A debate on the best mom car and what customers' sentiments towards mini-vans are (love them or hate them?) How dealers can bring value on social media, uplift their team in the sales process and more! Kelly Stumpe is a mom of three, car salesperson, Child Safety Passenger Technician (CSPT) and creator of The Car Mom. She was raised in the car industry and grew passionate about the industry after starting her career as a client advisor at BMW of West St. Louis. With over 1 million views since the launch of her YouTube channel, The Car Mom, in November 2020, Kelly's informative and fun reviews have captured the attention of women across the country looking to upgrade their vehicle needs. Her reviews focus on what mothers really care about - everything from the car seat set up to the cup holders. All of her unique content is shared weekly across multiple media channels. For more about Kelly, visit her Instagram and her Youtube. Like this episode? ⁠Check out JM&A Insider⁠ for more content like this.

This week, Jason is joined by social media personality, automotive expert and working mom of three, Kelly Stumpe aka the Car Mom! Kelly spent her entire life growing up in the dealership business and started her career off by selling BMW vehicles. After establishing early career success, Kelly began to think about ways to expand her experience to a larger audience and in 2020, she began blogging and advising everyday moms about the car buying process. She now has a new platform called The Car Mom.  Kelly gives insight to her passion for selling cars, what makes selling cars so different from other sales jobs, how car sales is different from real estate when it comes to commission, what consumers should be aware of when talking to the finance and insurance manager, and her concern over how slim used cars are going to be over the last few years. Kelly also reveals her best estimations for the minimums and maximum for different roles in a car dealership, the most surprising selling tactics, what stickers to look out for, the difference between a manufacturer's rebate and a dealership discount, what goes into buying out a lease, and when you car takes huge depreciation hits. Which role is the toughest in a dealership?  What is an extended maintenance package?  What is the worst car buying advice she has ever heard? When is the best time to go to the dealership to buy a car? Is it best to buy new, lease new, or buy used? Kelly reveals all that and so much more in another episode you can't afford to miss!  Host: Jason Tartick Co-Host: David Arduin Audio: Declan O'Connell Guest: Kelly Stumpe aka The Car Mom Stay connected with the Trading Secrets Podcast!  Instagram: @tradingsecretspodcast  Youtube: Trading Secrets Facebook: Join the Group All Access: Free 30-Day Trial  Trading Secrets Steals and Deals Athletic Greens:  Get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 Free Athletic Green Travel Packs with your first purchase at  drinkAG1.com/TRADINGSECRETS Whoop: To make it easier than ever to start, Trading Secrets has partnered with WHOOP to announced a new 30-day FREE trial. Go to join.whoop.com/tartick today to take advantage. Better Help:  Start today and get 10% off your first month https://betterhelp.com/tradingsecrets 

Kelly and Lizz are ready to dish on their favorite St. Louis county stops for moms traveling to the upcoming Car Mom Auto Show and a controversial ick enters the chat when the gals talk newborn wear. → Do you drive a Volvo XC 90 or Tiguan? Then it's YOUR time to shine in the Carpool reviews. Head over to Apple Podcasts and leave a five star rating and shout out your ride in your review! Today's millennial word of the day is ‘bombastic side eye' as in, an exaggerated side eye given verbally by Gen Zers.  If you'd like to follow Kelly's driveway dumps and hear every random thought that pops into her head follow The Car Mom over on Threads! In the meantime, listen in to hear about Kelly's Kindle purchase, the wonders of Zucchini bread, and why she's loving the golf tea, gossip, and juice on Netflix's Full Swing.  Kelly's last three transactions start out with a purchase she may regret — a Brita filter for keeping water in the fridge — and include a Kindle unlimited plan and a Boden dress to inspire her next family photo wardrobe. Lizz is getting ready for family photos, too, and adjusting to a new and different postpartum body with orders from Abercrombie, Newly rental, and Athleta. She's also grabbed some new jammies for James from Caden Lane.  Planning on joining Kelly and Lizz for the Car Mom Auto Show? You won't want to miss today's advice segment where a listener writes in to find out the best places to shop and eat in St. Louis county during the event weekend. Kelly and Lizz love Town and Country Crossing, Kaldi's Coffee, and Mia Sorella for lunch. And if you haven't already grabbed your Auto Show tickets or a seat at the Car Mom Happy Hour the day before — you can buy them here! Another listener writes in to find out what cars she should consider for three-across car seats.  → Write to us for advice on all things motherhood, life, and more! Send us an email to get your question featured on the show at hello@thecarmomofficial.com  Kelly is either Suzie Homemaker or can't be bothered. Right now, it's the latter. So, a loyal listener brings her shrimp tacos with all-Aldi ingredients to today's ditch the drive-through. Lizz suggests everything-but-the-Elote seasoning from Trader Joes to give the shrimp everything they need.  → To share your ditch the drive-through recipe with us, call (959) CAR-POOL and leave us a message! In industry news another Tesla supercharger collab makes Kelly think she should buy Tesla stock and Axios reports there's not enough buyers of EVs. Follow the Carpool Podcast on IG Follow the Carpool Podcast on YouTube Follow Kelly on IG Follow Lizz on IG Visit thecarmomofficial.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Carpool podcast equals mini brands — you never know what you're going to get. Today the most educated of the Suntrup clan, Sydney, joins Kelly and Lizz for a jam packed episode now that she has her life back from rowing.  Straight from the Gen Z source, today's millennial phrase of the day is, “Double it and give it to the next person,” inspired by a viral TikTok trend. Sydney also shares her last three emojis — heart hands, a farmer, and (thanks to The Bear show) a chef. Guilty pleasures dominate today's driveway dump. Kelly's reading True Biz and bingeing @hintofnattyp, Lizz is loving happy dances from @kellye.essentials, and Sydney is loving awkward OTDs on Tik Tok.  Stop throwing away money, cancel unwanted subscriptions, and manage your expenses the easy way with Rocket Money—today's episode sponsor. Most Americans think they're spending about $80 a month on subscriptions. But did you know that the actual cost is closer to $200? If you don't know exactly how much you're spending every month, you need the Rocket Money app to monitor your spending and help you lower your bills—all in one, easy-to-use place.  → Download the Rocket Money app at rocketmoney.com/carpool   “The Ick” submissions are in from the Carpool listeners and the Suntrup Sisters are voting yay or nay on men sitting in the barber chair, when men get iced coffees, boys screaming on a rollercoaster, and more.  Kelly is sharing a behind the scenes of the biz to kick off industry news today — The Car Mom domain now belongs to its rightful owner. The Mazda CX9 is officially being discontinued and will be replaced by the CX90. Sydney shares her dream car to wrap up the segment.  → CALLING ALL MAZDA CX90 DRIVERS! It's your turn to show up and shout out your ride in The Carpool Podcast reviews. Please and TIA from Kelly and Lizz! Kelly can't stop won't stop with peanut sauce, which is her ditch the drive-through contribution today. She also encourages you not to sleep on chicken thighs and grab yourself a pair of chicken scissors and disposable gloves to make chicken prep a breeze. → To share your ditch the drive-through recipe with us, call (959) CAR-POOL and leave us a message! → Write to us for advice on all things motherhood, life, and more! Send us an email to get your question featured on the show at hello@thecarmomofficial.com  Follow the Carpool Podcast on IG Follow the Carpool Podcast on YouTube Follow Kelly on IG Follow Lizz on IG Visit thecarmomofficial.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we have Kelly of The Car Mom on the podcast! I loved this conversation and know you guys will, too. Tune in to hear: How Kelly got started with The Car MomHow women can feel empowered to confidently buy a car themselves Buying used vs. new vehicles - what to consider What to think about before buying a car & most important features for families How can sedans work for families Do you need a 3-row vehicle? Bench seat vs. bucket seats Different configurations for car seats Essentials to keep in your car all the time Road trip / travel tips Things to have on hand in case of emergency When you should ACTUALLY turn your kiddo's car seats to front facing Process of getting your car seat installation checked before baby is bornKelly weighs in on electric vehicles and hybrids Other trends to watch for in the car industry Some honest mom chat And more! CONNECT WITH KELLY / THE CAR MOM: Follow her on IG at @the_car_momFollow her on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheCarMomCheck out her podcast: The Car Pool Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-carpool-with-kelly-and-lizz/id1606787270AFFILIATE LINKS: Aloha plant-based protein bars – affiliate link – click here for discountLoveHandle phone straps + other accessories – use wellnessforthewin for a discount – affiliate link to shop Thanks for listening! Please rate, review & subscribe, and share with a friend who might enjoy the show! XO  Follow me on IG at @wellnessforthewin and @wellnessforthewinpod Check out my blog for healthy recipes & wellness tips! JOIN MY EMAIL LIST HERE! Please be sure to rate, review and subscribe to the podcast!

In this episode, I'm speaking with Kelly Stumpe, founder and CEO of The Car Mom. 00:00 - Intro 01:22 - Kelly's background 05:52 - Starting and growing The Car Mom 14:42 - Learning to monetize a media brand 19:07 - Which channel has been the most profitable 27:07 - Kelly's best car-buying tip 30:27 - Kelly's important trade-in tip 34:00 - Fixing the perception of dealerships for the future 35:52 - Wrapping up Follow Kelly: Instagram @the_car_mom YouTube Channel The Car Mom website Check out ⁠⁠⁠the website⁠⁠⁠ for more and follow me on Twitter ⁠@GuyDealership⁠! Interested in advertising with CarDealershipGuy? Join the sponsor waitlist ⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠.  This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as a basis for investment decisions.

George is officially The Car Kid, Kelly just wants to be athleisure comfy, and Lizz has another baby name clue to drop! A Gen Z trend takes over today's Millennial word of the day, the ‘wrong shoe theory.' Stretch your imagination and boundaries this summer with Gladiators and Adidas Sambas that don't make sense. And if people don't get it—that's their problem.  Mo News headlines Kelly's driveway dump with a report on the most popular and rarest birthdays. She also shares her laundry-by-location hack and day-delegation strategy that is saving her sanity.  Today's all-episode-long taste drive is the new Starburst-style ‘blow pops.' Can Lizz finish hers before the end of the episode to report back? Lizz brings a couple of loaded car questions from listeners for The Car Mom. One mom with two rear-facing kiddos is looking to upgrade from a Honda Pilot to a Honda Odyssey and wonders if she should shop new, used, or wait and another writes in to hear what Kelly thinks about the Kia Sorento hybrid. Apple's WWDC ‘23 brings a lackluster Apple Carplay Update that is barely worth mentioning on today's industry news. And Kelly would like to know why electric car names are so bad? Honda is unhinged and their competitors aren't far behind.  → Do you drive a moronically named EV? Then it's your turn to drop a five star review for the podcast! Let Kelly and Lizz know if you love your car and its name when you do! Ditch the drive-through features one of Lizz's favorite summer meals that listener Hannah wrote in to share, Pasta Con Broccoli.  → To share your ditch the drive-through recipe with us, call (959) CAR-POOL and leave us a message! → Write to us for advice on all things motherhood, life, and more! Send us an email to get your question featured on the show at hello@thecarmomofficial.com  Follow the Carpool Podcast on IG Follow the Carpool Podcast on YouTube Follow Kelly on IG Follow Lizz on IG Visit thecarmomofficial.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can you feel the sisterly love? Kelly and Lizz are fired up on this episode of the Carpool podcast and have some opinions to share that are strong, or should we say valid — which is today's millennial word of the day.  This might be the best day of Lizz's life, thanks to today's taste drive of Liquid IV mocktails. Kelly and Lizz try the unbelievable cucumber mojito and the delicious Smoky Mezcal Paloma. These hydrating mocktails get a 12 out of 10 from the gals. Kelly's cleaned out her closet with a friend, is getting ready to reset her house for spring, and shares all about ways to make your room feel different while doing the least on today's driveway dump. The Skinny Confidential podcast has also got Kelly ‘meditating' and easing her way into cold plunges. Listen in to hear how. Lizz's feral freeway includes a rant about the disgusting controversy surrounding Missouri and the midwest, ways to use your breastmilk outside of feeding your baby, and sister smells. Carpool listener advice questions are piling up, and Kelly and Lizz are here to help. Is it rude to ask someone to put their dogs away when visiting? Is it okay to decline a wedding invite because of a complicated past? Are car auction cars sketchy? And is CarMax better than Carvana? The gals are ready to dish out their best — and to remind you about their car buying course, you can grab over at The Car Mom Official. → Want our advice on literally anything? Shoot us an email for a chance to get your questions featured on the show at hello@thecarmomofficial.com In industry news, Ford patents a system for self-repossessing vehicles and Volkswagen crosses a line. In the US, light vehicle sales rose 9.5% to 1.14 million last month, people are dying over the Mustang Mach-E and Ford Lightning, and Kelly gives her take on a list of the “best” full-size s the best full-size SUVs for 2023. Lizz is bringing the ditch for ditch the drive-through today, and it comes from a Car Mom all-time favorite Instagrammer Trader Joe's Five Items or Less. Lizz made the shrimp jicama tacos with corn salsa and avocado for lunch this week and highly recommends them. Kelly has a new foodie obsession, too: The College Nutritionist who posts delicious comfort meals for weight loss.  → To share your ditch the drive-through recipe with us, call (959) CAR-POOL and leave us a message! Follow the Carpool Podcast on IG Follow the Carpool Podcast on YouTube Follow Kelly on IG Follow Lizz on IG Visit thecarmomofficial.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Happy Valentine's Day from Kelly and Lizz! In this random, yet fabulous, episode baby Fred-uccine Al-fred-o makes a cooing appearance, Mattie has headed out for two months with the marine reserves, and Kelly needs to know why her dog is now the size of a cow. The millennial word of the day is ‘vibe check.' Instead of asking your friends, “Hey, how are you holding up?” You can now just use a quick, “Hey, vibe check?” to see how they're doing.  Kelly's driveway dump kicks off with a plug for her favorite Knix period underwear and an update on her haircare journey haul from Sephora. The Car Mom has hit 95K subscribers on YouTube and the gals can't wait to hit 100K and earn their plaque. Make sure you subscribe to The Car Mom on YouTube! Kelly and Lizz also reflect on red dye, Fun Dip, and their favorite Valentines indulgences.  Lizz adds her thoughts to the driveway dump today with a bit about her thought-provoking-reels addiction, eating out vs. eating in, and the $16 Panera crime. Famous TV couples are featured on today's Valentine's edition of the great eight. In the lineup are: Ross and Rachel from Friends, Jim and Pam from The Office, Marshall and Lily from How I Met Your Mother, Jess and Nick from New Girl, Cece and Schmidt from New Girl, Ben and Leslie from Parks and Rec, and Blair and Chuck from Gossip Girl. In industry news, State Farm and Progressive are declining new insurance policies on some Hyundais and Kias after nationwide thefts. Ford slashes the price of their Mustang Mach-E — following suit with Tesla's recent price drop. And the Grand Highlander has officially been released, so Kelly's got Car Mom thoughts to share.  Jenna from California brings today's ditch the drive through and it's giving ‘Panera give Lizz her $16 back.' You won't want to miss these hot sandwiches on ciabatta with pesto and provolone! → To share your ditch the drive-through recipe with us, call (959) CAR-POOL and leave us a message! → Want our advice on literally anything? Shoot us an email for a chance to get your questions featured on the show at hello@thecarmomofficial.com Follow the Carpool Podcast on IG Follow the Carpool Podcast on YouTube Follow Kelly on IG Follow Lizz on IG Visit thecarmomofficial.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kelly has touched grass and has something to say about Oreo-gate from Tuesday's episode before diving into a dream-guest filled episode with Kate from Naptime Kitchen.  The millennial word of the day today is ‘social battery.' Just another way that Gen Z and millennials say ‘I need some alone time.' Today's episode is brought to you by carmomofficial.com. Where you can find all of the vehicle tips, tricks, and tours to make your family's car shopping experience ah-ma-zing. Thanks to the Car Mom for always doing the most. In a sort-of driveway dump Kelly gives a nod to Jim from the office for his leaving-the-party-early hacks. Lizz places her bet on the 16th for Kelly's baby's arrival, Kelly guesses the 18th, and both marvel at the miracle of growing a tiny human. Lizz reports she felt her first little bubble kicks this week! Kelly's idol, Kate from Naptime Kitchen, who is also the most relatable mommy blogger is today's guest. You can find the NTK goods the gals talked about with Kate here: The Home Reset (how to make your home work for you) and here: The Able Bag. The great eight of Kate reveals what the most groundbreaking, shareable Naptime Kitchen hack or mindset is. Vying for the title are: the heating pad in bed, Christmas clothing bin for kids, pasta Monday, you don't have to only bring homemade stuff to people when you're bringing a meal to, shoebox lids for drawer storage, toy purgatory, cutting your beach sandwiches, and your most nutritious meal doesn't have to be dinner. The segment proves that Kate is the real-world mom missing in the influencer world. In industry news, we find out how Kate's minivan is working for her family of six. She shares what she drove before, why she decided to say yes to the Honda Odyssey, and why her family might outgrow the minivan down the road.  Today's ditch the drive-through from Kate is a ‘hardest night of the week' hack. Kate takes a look at her calendar and chooses the most low-energy, tight on time night of the week and makes it crock pot night, pasta night, or choose your own sandwich night. Lizz is here for good parenting while doing the least.  Kelly names her top Naptime Kitchen recipes to wrap up the episode: BBQ Chicken Quinoa Casserole Creamy Chicken Enchiladas Warming Chicken Curry → To share your ditch the drive-through recipe with us, call (959) CAR-POOL and leave us a message! → Want our advice on literally anything? Shoot us an email for a chance to get your questions featured on the show at hello@thecarmomofficial.com Follow the Carpool Podcast on IG Follow the Carpool Podcast on YouTube Follow Kelly on IG Follow Lizz on IG Visit thecarmomofficial.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is mom-shaming on the rise? In this random yet highly entertaining episode a very tired Lizz and Kelly talk about Car Mom nesting, Oreo conspiracy theories, and the forgotten Dcom smash hit that should have won last episode's great eight.  Kelly reveals the name everyone's guessing for her baby that is wrong and drops another baby name clue.  The millennial word of the day is touch grass. As in, the people sending Kelly unhinged DMs about her kids' bedroom and LV bag really need to go touch some grass.  Kelly and Lizz are both putting their word of the year to use and will be normalizing blocking people and saving a buck.  Headlining today's driveway dump is Disney World hype. What's with the iconic food at this theme park? Is it as good as it looks or is it just glorified amusement park food? Kelly shares three things she's NEVER bought for a pregnancy including, obviously, a totally unsafe pregnancy seatbelt contraption. Lizz tests out here Oreo conspiracy theory on today's taste test with regular Oreos, double stuff Oreos, mega stuff Oreos, Oreo thins, caramel coconut flavor of Oreo, and the golden double stuffed Oreos — and a very scientific study from 2013.  Dog girl and horse girl play a word car game and in industry news Kelly recaps her recent car tours and gives her heated opinion on dealership and independent car manufacturers sales drama. Listener Krista shares a ditch the drive-through pantry clean out hack: whatever-you-have snack mix. She throws together half used cereals, pretzels, raisins, m and m's, and any other pantry scraps and her kiddos love it.  → To share your ditch the drive-through recipe with us, call (959) CAR-POOL and leave us a message! → Want our advice on literally anything? Shoot us an email for a chance to get your questions featured on the show at hello@thecarmomofficial.com Follow the Carpool Podcast on IG Follow the Carpool Podcast on YouTube Follow Kelly on IG Follow Lizz on IG Visit thecarmomofficial.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can Kelly set the world record for a podcast recorded closest to giving birth? Only time will tell. Until we find out…Lizz has a new game obsession, while Kelly's desperate for content, eating her feelings, and she's here to complain. The millennial word of the day is ‘bot' which is someone being stupid, robotic, and ridiculous. Take offense if you're called a bot.  Today's episode is sponsored by Rocket Money, formerly known as Truebill. This personal finance app finds and cancels unwanted subscriptions, monitors spending, and helps you lower your bills—all in one, easy-to-use place. Going into 2023, if one of your goals is to save money or become more financially savvy, check out Rocket Money. → Download the Rocket Money app at rocketmoney.com/carpool   The Tik Tok listener report confirms that The Car Mom will not be taking up space on the app in 2023, and a listener gives the gals a fantastic question to ask themselves, “Would Tik Tok make you happier?” Kelly's driveway dump features two polar opposite stories. One is about protecting your peace, traumatic Go Fund Me's, and trigger warnings; the other is about normalizing fall decor vs. Halloween decor and normalizing winter decor vs. Christmas decor.  Disney channel original movies, aka Dcoms, are today's great eight. If The Lizzie McGuire movie hadn't been in theaters only, it would have beaten every single movie on the list, including Cadet Kelly, Zenon, Johnny Tsunami, High School Musical, Twitches, Cheetah Girls, Quints, and Luck of the Irish. In industry news, the manufacturer had the most recalls for the second year in a row, with 65 recalls in 2022; four major EV trends to watch for 2023, including luxury trade-ins and the breakdown of brand loyalty; and a delightful full-on 2023 SUV comparison.  St. Louis native, Dr. Danielle calls in with today's ditch the drive-through that will satisfy your White Castle craving *and* get you ready to feed a crowd.  → To share your ditch the drive-through recipe with us, call (959) CAR-POOL and leave us a message! → Want our advice on literally anything? Shoot us an email for a chance to get your questions featured on the show at hello@thecarmomofficial.com Follow the Carpool Podcast on IG Follow the Carpool Podcast on YouTube Follow Kelly on IG Follow Lizz on IG Visit thecarmomofficial.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Will Kelly be on brand with a car baby birth this year? She sure hopes not.  The gals kick off the first episode of 2023, talking about birth anxiety and how much Kelly hates taking time off. Kelly drops another baby name clue and stresses how very much this baby's name is NOT Earl. Lizz recaps her favorite Christmas gifts from Mattie and mom while Kelly is obsessed with her new grape cutter.  Today's episode is sponsored by Rocket Money, formerly known as Truebill. This personal finance app finds and cancels unwanted subscriptions, monitors spending, and helps you lower your bills—all in one, easy-to-use place. Going into 2023, if one of your goals is to save money or become more financially savvy, check out Rocket Money. → Download the Rocket Money app at rocketmoney.com/carpool   The millennial word of the day today turns into a millennial trend with a Gen Z twist — shot books on Canva. Kelly and Lizz tangent into a slightly frenzied mom chat about how their kids will ever look back on family photos when they're all stuck in the cloud.  Kelly's driveway dump includes a confession about coffee that's ONLY $7.75. The gals break down listener feedback on what makes a car affordable, rave about their at-home makeup class, and note that rounding out the holidays with a December 26th meal plan will be a non-negotiable next year. To wrap up the segment, Kelly and Lizz determine if they are nano, micro, mid-tier, or macro influencers, and Kelly chooses her scent of the year.  Chomps beef sticks make an appearance on today's taste drive, and both gals agree — they're tasty Slim Jims without all the extra grease and gross ingredients.  In industry news, five cars that shook up the auto industry in 2022 include the F-150 Lightning, Corvette Z06, and Kia EV6, and used car prices are finally dropping in 2023.  Listeners are asking for advice, and Kelly and Lizz are here to give their unqualified opinions. The gals answer questions about locking seat belts, recommend the resqme®, and share how they balance spending time with family and getting time alone with their husbands and kids.  For a special night when you want to ditch the drive-through or really ditch going out entirely, try Kelly and Lizz's favorite feels-like-a-restaurant meal of steaks, baked potatoes, all the fixings, and Car Mom broccoli. → To share your ditch the drive-through recipe with us, call (959) CAR-POOL and leave us a message! → Want our advice on literally anything? Shoot us an email for a chance to get your questions featured on the show at hello@thecarmomofficial.com Follow the Carpool Podcast on IG Follow the Carpool Podcast on YouTube Follow Kelly on IG Follow Lizz on IG Visit thecarmomofficial.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, we chat with entrepreneur, mother, and automotive guru Kelly Stumpe (also known as 'The Car Mom') about her successful business empowering moms and families to make the most informed and confident car shopping decisions. Also, learn more about how she's dismantling outdated female car consumer stereotypes and changing the narrative of a traditionally male-dominated industry.----more---- Follow Kelly on:  YouTube Instagram The Car Pool Podcast  ----more---- Follow along for more: https://www.instagram.com/motorlandpodcast/ For all inquiries, please reach out at motorlandpodcast@norcal.aaa.com.        

It can be difficult to break into an existing industry, especially when you're doing it differently! My guest is someone who decided to pursue what she loved, but with her own creative and “disruptive” spin. She wasn't interested in choosing between her passion and her family, so she took that path that had it all! Kelly Stumpe is the founder and creator of The Car Mom, where she uses her extensive knowledge and resources from her career in the automotive industry to empower first-time car buyers, women, and families to make the most informed decision while car shopping.In our conversation, Kelly shares all about how she grew The Car Mom after leaving her job in sales, the mission that fuels her, and exactly how she was able to pull it off while also being present as a mom. We also spend some extra time engaging in a bit of car talk, so if you're interested in hearing from the expert, keep listening!In this episode, we talk about…..Creating The Car Mom.Pursuing your passion while growing a family.Finding a rhythm on social media platforms. Being an industry “disrupter”.Car Talk: the best cars for multiple-kid families.Electric Vehicles - yay or nay? Connect with Kelly!Website: https://www.thecarmomofficial.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/the_car_mom/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/thecarmom Podcast: The Carpool with Kelly and Lizz  Affiliates & ResourcesKelly's Blog: Why I Chose the Ford Expedition Over the Chevy Tahoe for 3 Kids Under 4 A Mom's Guide to Disney World: https://brookeraybould.com/disneyworld Code: DISNEYDISCOUNTIn this abbreviated + FREE Disney World Guide, you'll discover the underground playbook to help you plan the happiest vacation to the most magical place on earth. Written by moms for moms!IG: https://www.instagram.com/brookeraybould/?hl=enShop my faves: https://www.shopltk.com/explore/brookeraybouldA Mom's Guide to Disney World: https://bit.ly/3svrykl

Today's guest on Connected is Kelly Stumpe, who's also known as The Car Mom! Kelly co-hosts the Carpool Podcast and helps her followers on Instagram and YouTube navigate the car buying process. With experience selling cars and becoming an industry influencer at the height of the pandemic, Kelly's niche is focusing on helping first-time, young, or women car buyers through the car buying experience. Her approach is all about the four E's – educate, empower, entertain, and engage. Through her growing platform, she's been able to interact with and bring value to her audience, and she emphasized how dealerships can take this same approach when it comes to their customers and their sales process. Carpool Podcast: https://www.thecarmomofficial.com/the-car-pool-podcast Car Mom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_car_mom/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheCarMom

Today's industry news is sponsored by Edmunds.com. Kelly loves Edmunds for her car consultations because they make everything easy, user-friendly, and digestible. On every used car listing page, Edmunds gives you an idea of how the car is priced, and they have a fantastic trade appraisal tool where you can get a free appraisal for your vehicle in just minutes. Edmunds has over 50 years of car shopping advice and price guidance all right in one place.  Uncommon Goods — today's sponsor — is your secret weapon if you want to avoid basic and bland gifts this holiday season. They scour the globe for the most remarkable and truly unique gifts for everyone on your list. From jewelry to kitchen, bar, him, her, kids, and more, Uncommon Goods has something for everyone. Uncommon Goods is here to make your shopping stress free. To get 15% off your next gift, go to uncommongoods.com/carpool for 15% off. Don't miss out on this limited-time offer on Uncommon Goods! Mom-owned business Drink Mixy is another fabulous sponsor of today's episode (and a huge Car Mom fan). These mason jar kits infuse dried fruits, sugar, and other pre-prepared ingredients so you can make alcoholic or non-alcoholic craft cocktails at home without all the work. Kelly's favorite is the Joy jar featuring cranberry, orange, rosemary, and sugar. Head over to drinkmixy.com and get an extra 20% off using code CARPOOL at checkout. To share your ditch the drive-through recipe with us, call (959) CAR-POOL and leave us a message! Want our advice on your next car (or just got a life question for us)? Shoot us an email for a chance to get your questions featured on the show at hello@thecarmomofficial.com Follow the Carpool Podcast on IG Follow the Carpool Podcast on YouTube Follow Kelly on IG Follow Lizz on IG Visit thecarmomofficial.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lizz and Mattie's first suburban Halloween might have been a bummer, but Lizz is back, and the gals are ready to show up and show out. Kelly and Lizz bring a millennial word of the day that is hot off the press: 'rizz.' Grayson's boyfriend, Drew, shares the word's meaning via audio note, and the gals defend Drew's honor after playing the gag-worthy slang definition. Uncommon Goods — one of today's sponsors — is your secret weapon if you want to avoid basic and bland gifts this holiday season. They scour the globe for the most remarkable and truly unique gifts for everyone on your list. From jewelry to kitchen, bar, him, her, kids, and more, Uncommon Goods has something for everyone. Uncommon Goods is here to make your shopping stress free.  To get 15% off your next gift, go to uncommongoods.com/carpool for 15% off. Don't miss out on this limited-time offer on Uncommon Goods! Today's great eight features an all-star cast of thanksgiving sides: sweet potatoes, mashed potatoes and gravy, classic stuffing, green bean casserole, cranberry sauce, mag and cheese, Brussel sprouts with bacon, and dinner rolls. Which ones are out after the first round, who slides by, and who are the real MVPs? Kelly and Lizz are ready to find out. Mom-owned business Drink Mixy is another fabulous sponsor of today's episode (and a huge Car Mom fan). These mason jar kits infuse dried fruits, sugar, and other pre-prepared ingredients so you can make alcoholic or non-alcoholic craft cocktails at home without all the work. Kelly's favorite is the Joy jar featuring cranberry, orange, rosemary, and sugar.  Head over to drinkmixy.com and get an extra 20% off using code CARPOOL at checkout. Pregnancy probs, Trader Joe's, and the ugly era are on Kelly's mind and part of today's driveway dump segment. Also — staying hydrated with her Stanley water bottle (use code CARPOOL at checkout for 20% off your order) Next, Kelly and Lizz share their last three transactions — unfiltered. Lizz has been stocking up on sick supplies, and Kelly found the cutest holiday outfits for George and Hattie on www.hannaandersson.com.  Hot goss on the auto industry, and Kelly is here to deliver hot goss on the auto industry, sponsored by Edmunds.com. Kelly loves Edmunds for her car consultations because they make everything easy, user-friendly, and digestible. On every used car listing page, Edmunds gives you an idea of how the car is priced, and they have a fantastic trade appraisal tool where you can get a free appraisal for your vehicle in just minutes. Edmunds has over 50 years of car shopping advice and price guidance all right in one place.  Mazda is moving into even more premium territory with their 2024 CX-90, the Ford Transit Trail is getting a new lease on van life and going off-grid, and Carvana is stru-ggl-ing (shocker)! Ditch the drive-through comes from Lizz today. She is loving her ham and swiss crescent rolls — an easy dinner that is total comfort food. To share your ditch the drive-through recipe with us, call (959) CAR-POOL and leave us a message! Want our advice on your next car (or just got a life question for us)? Shoot us an email for a chance to get your questions featured on the show at hello@thecarmomofficial.com Follow the Carpool Podcast on IG Follow the Carpool Podcast on YouTube Follow Kelly on IG Follow Lizz on IG Visit thecarmomofficial.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kelly and Lizz are making sassy sister Halloween plans and spilling the tea on the 2023 Kila Telluride event on today's episode of The Carpool Podcast.  Killing it is out, and ‘ate that' is in on today's millennial word of the day. And the gals definitely ‘ate' the new Car Mom car buying course. This course has been in the works for ages and is finally ready for The Car Mom crew. Today's episode sponsor is thecarmomofficial.com, where you can now grab your copy of the course and get to buying. Inside you'll find absolutely everything you need to know about the car-buying process. Kelly and Lizz dub San Antonio, Texas c-u-u-u-t-e and have only positive things to say about their stay at the Hotel Emma. Goat cheese, fennel, and rosemary were everywhere, and Kelly was all about seconds. The 2023 Telluride has a handful of exterior updates, and the gals share their take on how Kia rolls out new models year after year.  Kelly brings a click monster of an article to discuss titled, “Stylists reveal 14 items from your 2022 wardrobe that you should get rid of,” from Insider. From headbands to high-waisted pants, the article doubles down on styles Kelly and Lizz thought were just coming back. Moral of the story: Love your body, love what you're wearing, and love the way you're made. In today's advice segment, Kelly directs a listener to Gap to find a cute holiday outfit for her little guy. Kelly's driveway dump brings you slippers galore and a star-studded, hilarious, and wholesome movie recommendation: What to Expect When You're Expecting. In industry news, a Toyota Grand Highlander has been spotted in Michigan, and it's giving minivan. Jeep wants help naming their all-new electric Wagoneer SUV, codenamed Wagoneer S, for speed.  Diane from Kentucky calls in with today's ditch the drive-through and shares a quick and easy quiche that's perfect for heating up during the week.  Blake's Besties honors Nicolette, who lost three babies this year: Primrose, Paul, Emma, and Paige, who lost her daughter Heiden Adelle in September at 17 weeks. Kelly and Lizz extend a huge thank you to all the amazing moms who wrote in and shared their stories. They've read them all, they're with you, and will be praying for you! To share your ditch the drive-through recipe with us, call (959) CAR-POOL and leave us a message! Want our advice on your next car (or just got a life question for us)? Shoot us an email for a chance to get your questions featured on the show at hello@thecarmomofficial.com Follow the Carpool Podcast on IG Follow the Carpool Podcast on YouTube Follow Kelly on IG Follow Lizz on IG Visit thecarmomofficial.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Carpool Karaoke, anyone? Kelly and Lizz belt out “Bop To The Top” as they embrace today's millennial word of the day and kick off a jam-packed episode. Listen in for celebrity biz predictions, holiday vibes, a driveway dump from Kelly, a great eight taste drive gone sour (candy, that is), and more of your Carpool faves.  NOW ON PRESALE and sponsoring today's episode: Car Mom holiday lights! We all know there's a time and a place for holiday magnets and it's every time and everywhere. These cuties are BACK and better than ever. Holiday lights will be shipping out the first week of November so grab yours while they're still in stock: shopthecarmomofficial.com Kelly's driveway dump includes predictions of Mogurly Bethany Frankel's beauty biz future and tips on how to use your kids' holiday jammies. Then, the gals dive deep into their favorite kind of investigative journalism to bring you today's great eight: the best (non-chocolate) gas station candy. Contenders for today's sweet, sour, and fruity taste drive are Sour Patch Kids Watermelon, Haribo Gummy Bears, Sour Punch Straws, Trolli Sour Bite Crawlers Very Berry, Starburst, Momba's, Skittles, and Nerd Gummy Clusters. Another odd and interesting Elon Musk story is making headlines in industry news as Musk introduces Optimus, a robot who can raise the roof and not much more. Edmunds puts the fuel economy of the EV Ford Lightning, gas-powered Chevy Silverado, diesel RAM 1500, and a hybrid F-150 to the test and Honda launches their new 2024 Prologue, an EV crossover collab with GM.  Lizz takes on the advice segment today to answer a listener's question about making friends as an adult with an 18-month-old in a new city. Kelly takes the backseat as she's an ‘I want to be invited but probably won't come' kind of girly.  Today on Blake's Besties (a special segment in honor of pregnancy loss awareness month), we hear a bit more about Rachel's little one, Blake, and Ria's baby girl Emma.  Share your sweet, fun, and funny memories with us and we'll read them on the show at hello@thecarmomofficial.com Wrapping up today's show is a ditch the drive-through that lets you do THE MOST or the absolute least: Shepherd's Pie.   To share your ditch the drive-through recipe with us, call (959) CAR-POOL and leave us a message! Want our advice on your next car (or just got a life question for us)? Shoot us an email for a chance to get your questions featured on the show at hello@thecarmomofficial.com Follow the Carpool Podcast on IG Follow Kelly on IG Follow Lizz on IG Visit thecarmomofficial.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The recap you've been waiting for is HERE! Kelly and Lizz are living their dream come true. It was amazing. Iconic. A movement. A historic event…IT WAS THE CAR MOM AUTO SHOW!!! The auto show setup was an absolute RUSH. The gals share how they got ready for the show and who their MVP team members turned out to be. One amazing Car Mom follower even got put to work (voluntarily!) and became a staple team member of the auto show overnight. Kelly and Lizz reveal which car at the show had the most QR code hits and which one surprised car show-goers.  Attendees lined up at the door before the two o'clock start and came from as far as Seattle, New York, Massachusetts, Florida, and Colorado. The gals are obsessed with the crew who showed up and share what made this show extra special compared to every other audio show they've been to.  Today's Gen Z and Millennial updates include an ‘emo' inspired phrase of the day and a new trend that Kelly and Lizz are pretty excited about: ballet flats. They both agree the chunky shoe moment was getting out of hand, and they're ready for these darling shoes to have their time again.  Three quake-worthy industry news stories bring you an exciting update from Hertz rental cars and BP. The companies are teaming up to create an EV charging network — but how will the logistics work?! 40,000 Ford F-150 trucks are stuck in storage and waiting to be ready for sale since they're missing their blue oval badge, and Volkswagen is creating a vision of the future for travel that will help you sleep on the go.  Ditch the drive-through today comes from Billy in St. Louis. This copycat recipe from the Old Spaghetti Factory is sure to delight: Browned Butter and Mizithra Cheese Pasta.  → To share your ditch the drive-through recipe with us, call (959) CAR-POOL and leave us a message! → Want our advice on your next car (or just got a life question for us)? Shoot us an email for a chance to get your questions featured on the show at hello@thecarmomofficial.com Follow the Carpool Podcast on IG Follow Kelly on IG Follow Lizz on IG Visit thecarmomofficial.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Just when the gals think there's nothing to talk about, there's everything to talk about. Today's episode kicks off with an often overlooked self-care practice: car washes. Everyone knows a clean car drives better, so plug it into your routine, load up the kids for the wash adventure, and get yourself a car-wash membership.  It's 2022, and the gals don't do Mean Girls vibes, but today's millennial word of the day is the controversial ‘pic me girl.' As in, Tyler is a pic me girl about his favorite candy bar — which is in the running for the best gas station grab in today's great eight.  Kelly and Lizz commit a crime and will probably be canceled for their picks in today's great eight featuring Snickers, Twix, Kit Kats, Reese's, 3 Musketeers, Hershey's Cookies and Cream, Peanut M&Ms, and Milk Duds. Their secret candy desires are revealed as the gals crown the ultimate candy bar that'll help you get your Halloween priorities straight, too.  Micro-influencer business advice is back as Kelly and Lizz share about getting started, keeping it simple, and being social. They encourage anyone wanting to become a micro-influencer to get consistent with stories and reels and share some absolute non-negotiable no's about influencing on the ‘gram.  → Tag The Carpool on Instagram in your stories and share your successes! Get the Hyundai IONIQ 7 on your radar; the concept car is officially out, a man in Texas has the world's first Rivian-powered vasectomy, and Kelly has questions about the sustainability of the electric used car market in industry news. To wrap up the show, Lizz shares her new favorite snack that'll satisfy your sushi cravings and bookmarks a fun dino nugget mashed potato volcano to make with her future kiddos. Kelly gives us meal planning vibes with her pick me girl pasta bake. → To share your ditch the drive-through recipe with us, call (959) CAR-POOL and leave us a message! → Want our advice on your next car (or just got a life question for us)? Shoot us an email for a chance to get your questions featured on the show at hello@thecarmomofficial.com Subscribe to The Car Mom on YouTube Follow the Carpool Podcast on IG Follow Kelly on IG Follow Lizz on IG Visit thecarmomofficial.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I am excited to welcome Kelly on the podcast for our Ask the Expert series!Kelly is the face behind “The Car Mom” instagram, blog, and youtube where she is empowering moms and families to make the most informed and confident decision when car shopping. You can connect with Kelly:On Instagram: @The_Car_MomCheck out The Car Mom on Youtube ChannelListen to the Carpool PodcastWork with Kelly: Consultations & CoursesHow you can support The Baby Making Podcast:Buy Me A Coffee!Get 20% off your Kindred Bravely purchase with the code: BMP20 kindredbravely.com/TheBabyMakingPodcastSupport the show

The reviews are in, and everyone's already raving about season two. New Carpool merch has just dropped, and you can now rock a Carpool sweatshirt in black or gray while chauffeuring your kiddos to school. So True Bestie shirts from season one are still available, too.  Kelly and Lizz bring a millennial word of the day from the ever-toxic Tik Tok — ratioed. Will Lizz get ratioed for her seasonal stance later in the episode?  If you've had enough of the internet lately — Kelly has — you'll be nodding along as the gals discuss how unhinged Facebook reels are and how they beat the Tik Tok toxicity by switching to the less addicting IG reels.  → Kelly and Lizz are at 76K subscribers on YouTube, shooting for 100K! Subscribe to The Car Mom on YouTube here. When's the perfect moment for grabbing your first PSL of the season? Kelly and Lizz have answers and the first great eight of season two. It's giving fall. Bonfires, PSLs, home decor, and sweaters go head to head in this great eight. The gals call on mom to break their tie, which leads to mom's chili taking over today's ditch the drive-through. You can find mom's legendary, award-winning chili recipe over on thecarmomofficial.com.  In industry news — which large SUVs are the most reliable, longest lasting, and most likely to reach 200K miles? A report from iseecars.com analyzed 1.8 million vehicles to find out. Kelly also shares a terrifying story from Motor Trend about Teslas running over child-sized mannequins. Yikes. We hate to see it.  Kelly and Lizz share their recommendations for non-mom friends and fans of the Carpool, and a heated buffalo wild wings debate wraps up today's show. Why does it seem like all millennials have issues with their gut health? Lizz has been taking Binto's Bloat Aid when indulging in foods like cheese, alcohol, bread, or an unpredictable test drive tasting on the show! Bloat aid decreases annoying bloat and just makes your tummy feel better. Take the free My Binto quiz or talk to a qualified health professional to see what My Binto can do for you.  → Go to mybinto.com and use code CARPOOL for 20% off your order. → To share your ditch the drive-through recipe with us, call (959) CAR-POOL and leave us a message! → Want our advice on your next car (or just got a life question for us)? Shoot us an email for a chance to get your questions featured on the show at hello@thecarmomofficial.com Follow the Carpool Podcast on IG Follow Kelly on IG Follow Lizz on IG Visit thecarmomofficial.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The gals' brand new advice segment is HERE! But before Kelly and Lizz dish their ideas on best family cars, they've got a fantastic little lineup for you. Kelly gives a not-so-glam review of motherhood and hates on the summer heat. She's also got a recap of her recent trip to Indy with the fam including her first Torchy's Tacos experience, fun with the kids, and the most darling parks she's ever seen.  Lizz brings a shocking and disturbing millennial word for girls that came straight from the mouth of a true Gen Z'er. It leaves Kelly and Lizz wondering…what are the Gen Z ladies calling the men?! Today's great 8 segment flips the script from last week where Kelly and Lizz decided which of the Disney male leads would win the Hunger Games. This week, the gals are lining up Elsa, Rapunzel, Mulan, Ariel, Jasmine, Belle, Pocahontas, and Meg from Hercules.  In the show's first ever advice segment working and pregnant with #2 mom, Angela, writes in to get Car Mom's advice on whether she and her husband should go with a Kia Telluride or a Hyundai Palisade as their new family car. Kelly and Lizz talk about car seat placement, third rows, and three-kiddo convenience.  In industry news storage startup StowIt.com provides people a place to park their cars, boats, and RVs AirBnB style. Then, Kelly and Lizz discover the most popular vehicle in each state and which has the highest percentage of minivans on the road. Lizz brings a ditch the drive through that will help you figure out what to do with your leftover hamburger buns from dinner or a backyard barbeque.  To wrap up the show, Kelly and Lizz check in on their summer goals and talk Peloton, painting kitchens, and peach salsa.  REMINDER: Get your copy or audio of The Love Hypothesis book and join us for our summer book club! To share your ditch the drive through recipe with us call (959) CAR-POOL and leave us a message! Want our advice on your next car (or just got a life question for us)? Shoot us an email for a chance to get your questions featured on the show at hello@thecarmomofficial.com Follow the Carpool Podcast on IG Follow Kelly on IG Follow Lizz on IG Visit thecarmomofficial.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on Daily News You Can Use, Ray and Zach are joined by Kelly Stumpe;,The Car Mom. Kelly, Ray and Zach discuss declining new vehicle quality, downgraded sales forecasts, and a slowdown in used car price increases. What does this mean for consumers? A lot! Tune in to hear more.

One hot soon-to-be-married marine joins Kelly and Lizz for the show today. Mattie and Lizz tell all about their old-fashioned first date and how Lizz hooked him with her shotgun shooting chicken arm. Lizz shares the solemn dating vow she broke for Mattie and a few other hot dating tips are dished. Mattie gives the millenial word for the day and the trio debate about age rounding errors and elders. Next up, an ICONIC test drive of MREs. These military ‘meals ready to eat' have got 40 to 50 year expiration dates according to Mattie and there's expert etiquette for eating them the right way. The gals give the beef stick and lemon poppy seed loaf a try and Kelly chows down on the Mattie-proclaimed pinnacle of MRE's — the chili mac. Industry news is ‘weak as circus lemonade' with the chip shortages still stopping up the supply chain and new cars are being delivered without upgraded features. The Car Mom gets an invite to a Rivian event … but will she go? To wrap up the show, the girls are fillin' the grill and making greek chicken bowls to ditch the drive through. #NORMALIZEBOWLS, take the girls' advice, and go rob a menu for your next bowl inspo. follow The Carpool Podcast on IG follow Kelly on IG follow Lizz on IG  visit thecarmomofficial.com

Recession: It's the big, scary word everyone's been bringing up lately. Is this something we should freak out about? We'll talk about that in this episode—plus we'll answer all your car questions with Kelly Stumpe (aka The Car Mom)! And we'll wrap up by revealing one big strategy people are using to save money right now. In this episode: A Recession May Be Coming: Here's Why You Shouldn't Panic All Your Car Questions Answered with Kelly Stumpe Should You Go This Far to Make More Money? Helpful Resources: EveryDollar Christian Healthcare Ministries  Follow Kelly Stumpe Sponsors pay the producer of this show, The Lampo Group, LLC, advertising fees for mentioning their services or products during programming. Advertising fees are not based upon or otherwise tied to any product sale or business transacted between any consumer or sponsor. The following sponsor has paid for the programming you are viewing: Christian Healthcare Ministries.

A Zoom sit-down conversation with Kelly Stumpe, CEO and Founder of The Car Mom - a female owned and operated company. St. Louis native, Kelly shares over the next hour with Duluth Pack's CEO, Tom Sega, about her early career beginnings in the car industry while working at her family's car dealership and then transitioning into the role as a stay at home mother. When the global pandemic hit in 2020, Kelly was inspired to change the process of car buying specifically tailoring an experience for mothers and families. Kelly began focusing on transparent reviews and explains the safety and add-on features to her community. With over 225,000 followers on Instagram, enormous engagement on Youtube, and a growing and loyal following network, Kelly provides guides, recommendations, and processes for buying, leasing, and negotiating your next vehicle commitment. In addition, Kelly speaks on behalf of the chip shortage and how that is shaping the car industry as a whole. Buckle up and prepare to be inspired. Enjoy this week's episode of Leader of the Pack; a podcast by Duluth Pack. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/duluth-pack/support

On today’s podcast I have automative disruptor and social media influencer, Kelly Stumpe also known as “The Car Mom”. Kelly took social media by storm 2 years ago and is now influencing the car market with over 5 million views of her car tours on YouTube. An Instagram following of nearly 300K followers and a podcast at the top of the Apple charts called “The Car Pool”. Kelly went from let me see if I can make enough money on social media to pay for the groceries to bringing home the bacon by building an incredible brand on social media for her family's future! Kelly and I chat about 2 things she knows best…cars and social media. We discuss the ends and outs of the car buying process that everyone is curious about. Should you lease or buy? Should you put money down? Does the residual value of the car matter? And much, much more… We also discuss the ends and outs of social media. How do you get paid on a post? How do you get followers? How much does Instagram pay you for reel views? And numerous other tips and tricks if you are looking to build your brand on social media. The Car Mom YouTube The_Car_Mom Instagram The Car Mom Website

Four kidnapped siblings in Detroit were rescued at a traffic stop after police sensed something wasn't quite right. This led the officers to ask the driver an unusual question that wound up saving the day!ANDAfter going into labor while driving to the hospital, one Pennsylvania mom delivers her baby on the side of the highway, with some help from a 911 operator.To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates!https://www.godupdates.com/kidnapped-siblings-detroit/https://www.godupdates.com/mom-delivers-baby-911-operator/

Kelly Stumpe (aka The Car Mom) is disrupting the auto-sales industry one online car tour at a time. Kelly was raised in the automotive industry and began working at her family's BMW  dealership in 2016. When she and her husband started a family, she didn't see a practical way to make car sales and motherhood mesh. So she took her knowledge online and started reviewing cars for other moms so that they could make more informed decisions from the comfort of their home without having to find childcare so they could go to a dealership. For show notes and links mentioned in today's epiosde, head to www.brandwelldesigns.com/thepodcast/episode59To follow Kelly on Instagram, click here. 

So, is this episode worth a listen? Bet. Kelly and Lizz get their podcast engines revved on the TV flavor-of-the-week, Love is Blind, Season 2. Speaking of falling in love on national television: Find out which sister's partner was scouted to be on The Bachelorette (and even went to casting!) The duo also shares their ultimate crowd pleaser recipe: barbecue pulled pork nachos. And, just when you thought the flavor bombs were done bursting: Kelly and Lizz give their tastebuds a pucker when they try Bud Light Hard Seltzer Sours. Hey, it's 5'oclock somewhere, right? The episode keeps gaining speed as they accelerate into three industry stories. Which global shopping retailer is providing Starbucks coffee with a curbside pick up order? How soon will you be seeing Toyota Grand Highlander's on the road? And what role could lithium batteries have played in the catorsphic cargo ship fire... and what will it mean for homeowners? You know where to find the answers.... follow The Carpool Podcast on IG follow Kelly on IG follow Lizz on IG  visit thecarmomofficial.com

The guys sit down with Kelly Stumpe to talk cars, chips, and kicks. Follow Kelly on IG @the_car_mom Follow the Guys @fitsoffaith @carsonic @theojryan --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/fitsoffaith/support

Daily News You Can Use from YAA. Today, Ray and Zach are joined by Kelly Stumpe, AKA The Car Mom. Kelly has helped hundreds of thousands of car buyers, so we wanted to get her on the show to learn more about how she's doing it. We also touch on new car incentives (which dropped 42%). Oh, and Mercedes-Benz G Wagon with $125,000 in additional dealer markup. Wow!

In just over a year, Kelly Stumpe built a thriving new business and a vibrant online community with 200,000 Instagram followers and a YouTube channel with more than 3 million views. Kelly is the Founder & CEO of The Car Mom and she's on a mission to empower moms and families to make informed and confident decisions when car shopping.  However, her story is even bigger than that. She's also on a mission to reshape the auto industry—and the entire business world as well.  In this conversation, Andrew and Kelly explore entrepreneurship, tips for working parents, and how to align your personal and professional passions. Show highlights:1:28 - Coming up with the idea for The Car Mom 3:24 - Connecting with people and relatability4:39 - Biggest challenge starting a new business and being a working mom6:22- Being relatable and authentic8:52- Transforming an idea into a business, monetizing content12:07 - Changing the auto industry16:55 - Brainstorming new ideas and staying focused24:37 - Curiosity26:40 - Kelly's inspiration to reshape the auto industry and the corporate world for moms everywhere Be sure to subscribe & leave a review for the show in your favorite podcast app.Please tell your friends about Everybody Pulls The Tarp on social media and be sure to tag Andrew in your posts @andrewmoses123 (Instagram) and @andrewHmoses (Twitter).Follow Andrew on IG: @AndrewMoses123 and Twitter:@andrewhmosesSign up for e-mails to keep up with the podcast at everybodypullsthetarp.com/newsletter!

The Car Mom was started by Kelly Stumpe in June of 2020. Kelly has been around the automotive industry her whole life. Her family owns a group of dealerships in the St. Louis area. She began her career in the industry in 2016 as a client advisor at BMW of West St. Louis. Kelly fell in love with sales and knew she found her calling. Kelly had her first child in 2019 and realized the only job harder than 65 hour work week in automotive sales is being a stay-at-home mom. Fast-forward to 2020, the Coronavirus pandemic hit and Kelly was pregnant with baby #2. Kelly thought, “It's hard enough to take my one child to the grocery store right now; I can't imagine moms having to go to a car dealership during this.” She thought, “What if I used my resources and knowledge to review cars for moms so they don't have to waste time going to every dealership?” and that's when The Car Mom was born. Today I get to sit down with Kelly to ask her all about her mission with the car mom. We talk about how to make a good purchase, the vitality of choosing a good salesperson, what to look for in your first family car, what her favorite cars are right now, and her advice to moms who want to be entrepreneurs too. Today's episode is brought to you by Better Help counseling services. Join over one million people who have taken charge of their mental health. Go to betterhelp.com/mintarrow and get 10% off your first month of counseling.   Time Stamps: [01:14] - Kelly Stumpe, The Car Mom, opens up about how she got into the automotive space, including her family's longtime connection to the field. [03:44] - How did Kelly choose the platform to share and promote The Car Mom content? [05:42] - Kelly says she became focused on empowering moms with information to choose the best car options. [08:24] - What is Kelly's reason for not narrowing a top ten list for cars? She explains that each mom and family have varying needs. [10:44] - Here are the biggest common mistakes that new moms make when buying their first car for the family. [13:35] - Kelly says people should explore their car options. Don't be afraid to do a size check and be more prepared to buy a car. [16:14] - Don't test drive a car until you're ready to buy a car. Instead, here is what people should start. [18:30] - Kelly gives insight about negotiating at car dealerships and finding a good deal. [20:49] - What does Kelly want to say to people who feel nervous about the sales process at dealerships? [22:22] - Why is it important to know a vehicle's pay off? [25:12] - Should people always buy a new car? [28:09] - Which cars does Kelly say are well-performing cars that get overlooked? [30:39] - Corrine explains her own personal story about dealing with cars. [33:00] - Kelly recalls examples of what she is able to help with by being a voice in the automotive field. [34:50] - Most of the problems in buying a car could be gone if people were proactive about the experience. [37:17] - Kelly's shares her perspective on using her gifts for her community. [39:29] - Listen to where you can connect with Kelly.   Supporting Resources: The Car Mom website  YouTube Channel  Instagram @thecarmom Facebook

Kelly Stumpe grew up the dealership world and began her own auto industry career at a BMW store in 2016. And last year, she used that dealership savvy and automotive know-how to launch The Car Mom, a multi-platform resource to help moms and families make informed and confident car-buying decisions. Stumpe joined Cherokee Media Group's Joe Overby and Justine Mirsky-Blank on this episode to talk about what motivated her to start this new business, what she learned from the retail automotive industry and how it applies to her current work, and what advice she might have for car dealers and shoppers alike. Plus, Stumpe discusses some of the major business trends impacting the auto industry (including the vehicle supply shortage and emergence of more electric vehicle options) as well as her partnership with Kelley Blue Book and Autotrader.

This is a milestone episode for the podcast! Episode 80! Jill Devine wanted to celebrate the milestone episode with someone who is also hitting lots of milestones and that's Kelly Suntrup Stumpe, A.K.A. The Car Mom. Kelly joined Jill on Episode 48: A Local Mom's Desire To Help Other Moms Is Going Viral. You can listen to that episode to get a better understanding of what The Car Mom is all about, but if you need a refresh: The Car Mom is dedicated to empowering moms and families to make the most informed and confident decision when car shopping.  We want to create a positive car buying experience for both the female consumer and the dealership by dismantling outdated stereotypes between the two and changing the narrative of a traditionally male dominated industry. Since that episode aired, a lot has happened with Kelly and her business. She had her second baby, she created a private Facebook group for her followers, she's increased the number of tours and reviews that are released on a weekly basis on YouTube, she created a Car Shopping Workbook, she's dealt with a lot of “haters”, and so much more! Take a listen to hear all about what's been happening with The Car Mom! Instagram & YouTube: @the_car_mom Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecarmom Private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2701177066767133 Website: https://www.thecarmomofficial.com/ Workbook: https://thecarmomofficial.myshopify.com/collections/car-shopping-workbook Two Kids and A Career Website: https://www.jilldevine.com/ Two Kids and A Career Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jilldevine/?hl=en Two Kids and A Career Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JillDevineMedia/ Thank you to our sponsor: Evoke Creative

Kelly Stumpe of The Car Mom (@the_car_mom) talks about all the things in this episode!...Her vision and mission for The Car Mom, her accidental influencer status, and her explosive growth. She grew from zero to 140k+ on Instagram in just one year and over 1M YouTube views in less than 6 months! Through honest car tours from a mom's perspective and car-related content, Kelly empowers people to make more informed car purchasing decisions. Kelly is sharp, authentic, hilarious, and totally relatable. She's also part of Gush & Grow's talent roster. But becoming The Car Mom hasn't come without challenges. Kelly talks openly about the wins and surprises that have come with having influence. For more on Kelly:@the_car_momthecarmomofficial.comFor more about Trove: @trovebusiness www.trovebusiness.comFor more about Gush & Grow:@gushandgrowwww.gushandgrow.comA big thank you to our season's sponsor, CJ Affiliate (@cjnetwork). CJ is the affiliate network of choice for influencers and content creators. Through CJ you can get direct access to over 4,000 top brands, with the support, tools, and data to make your dream partnerships a reality. Learn more at cj.com/trove.

Hey everyone, Jay and Dave here from The Auto Authorities Podcast! We are back with another exciting episode.  For the first time on the podcast, The Auto Authorities had their first special guest! (See below) Be sure to tune in!"My family owns dealerships in the St. Louis area and I have been a part of the business since 2016. I started my career at our BMW store as a salesperson and absolutely fell in lovewith the industry. I am a mom of two darling children and they are the reason my blog is even here today!When I became a mom I realized so many women were searching for the "perfect mom car". So I set out on the journey to review and tour every mom car out there. There is no "perfectcar" because everyone's situation and preferences are a little different. I hope my videos will make your car shopping experience a little easier! I am a mom, a car salesperson, and a certified child passenger safety tech"If you have not yet joined the official Facebook group please do so.Subscribe todayUntil next time... The Auto Authorities

Welcome back to The Village Podcast with Jennie and Allie! Today, it's all about cars. We start with some chit chat, and Jennie shares her new found love for Formula 1 Racing (check out Formula 1: Drive to Survive on Netflix, to find out why! Hint: lots of young European men in tight racing suits...)Then it's on to the main event! Your Fluffy Aunties sat chatted with Kelly Stumpe, known as The Car Mom on Instagram and Youtube. She's one of the hardest working women in show business, raising two kids and creating an empire with her informative car tours, down to earth instagram content, and delicious broccoli. This episode had us all in our feels, as we discuss everything from buying a new car in your price range, to breast pumps. Buckle up! It's a wild ride!Thank you to Tim Bostwick (@timbostwickrealtor) and Madeline (@madelinesdoodles).EMAIL: thevillagepod@gmail.comSOCIAL: @villagecommunity @mrsjennieporter @smallspacemamaWhere to Go to Check Your Child's Safety SeatLifesaving OptionsA child safety seat inspection station is the most common place consumers can go to get their child safety seats "checked." This means that trained technicians (who complete a standardized AAA-certified course) are on hand to inspect and correct the installation of child safety seats.These technicians make sure that the seats being used have not been recalled due to a safety defect or been made unsafe because they were involved in a previous car crash.Technicians also check to make sure that the child using the seat is the right age and weight for that seat.Inspection stations are frequently located at local automobile dealerships, police stations, fire houses, hospitals, and many more places. To find an inspection station in your area, please visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Web site: http://www.nhtsa.dot.gov/cps/cpsfitting/index.cfm. Inspection stations also can be found by calling 1-866-SEAT-CHECK or visiting http://www.seatcheck.org/.Another option is locating a few certified child passenger safety (CPS) technicians in your area and enlisting their support. There are thousands of certified CPS technicians currently out there who are ready and able to assist. Parents can take their vehicle and child to the technician, and oftentimes they will come to you.Visit:  http://www.nhtsa.gov/Safety/CPS.

Today we are chatting with Kelly Stumpe, The Car Mom and you guys are going to LOVE THIS EPISODE.  Kelly is a whiz when it comes to all things cars, especially when it comes to family cars.   Kelly grew up in the car industry, and when she became a mom she saw a need for moms to have a resource to find out what cars would work best for them. Kelly took the responsibility of filling that need head on, and now she has an audience of over 75,000 who she serves by educating them about all the different types of cars out there in a unique and practical way.   Kelly was passionate about helping clients find the right car for them, and then she became a mom. She now had a new passion in being a mom. Who says that you have to choose between two passions? Kelly found a way to marry her two passions together in a new and fresh way to create something that did not exist before, and she is thriving with it. Listen in to hear her amazing story!   Giveaway Instructions to win The Car Shopping Workbook: Follow @bethanyandcorey Follow @thecarmom Screenshot this episode, share it, and tag both of us!   Things We Discussed In The Episode/Episode Highlights:  Kelly's journey to how she became the car mom What the mission of the car mom is How to combine two passions into one How the car industry has changed over the years Common misconceptions in the car industry   More on Guest: IG: @thecarmom www.thecarmomofficial.com Purchase The Car Shopping Workbook Here   More on The Millennial Mission/Links Mentioned in Episode: Follow us on IG: @bethanyandcorey Sign Up for exclusive discounts, benefits, and top secret info only our podcast listeners get! www.millennialmission.co Press Inquiries/Contact: bethany@millennialmission.co

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