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Momarchy with Sarah & TanyaAuthor: Moxie Media
Momarchy is a podcast where two millennial moms get real about raising kids and making sense of the world. Were calling out the BS, breaking down the headlines, and laughing through the messbecause honestly, what else can we do? We met on the Hillary Clinton campaignbefore marriage, before kidsbonding over spicy margaritas and campaign chaos. A decade later, a few babies in and some political burnout behind us, were still deep in the madness of modern politics and now the messiness of motherhood too. We couldnt find a space that spoke to politically engaged moms overwhelmed by todays extremesso we created one. Whether you're here to learn, vent, or just feel a little less alone, subscribe now and join us as we take the drama out of politics and the shame out of motherhood. This is Momarchyand were just getting started. Language: en Genres: Kids & Family, News, Parenting, Politics Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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How To Navigate The Media And Being A New Mom All At Once With Axios Editor Gigi Sukin
Tuesday, 19 August, 2025
What does it actually take to stay informed as a busy parent without losing your mind? In this episode of Momarchy, we sit down with Gigi Sukin, an editor who's spent years behind the scenes watching how media and politics have pushed each other to dangerous extremes. We're getting real about media bias, why childcare decisions are secretly political battlegrounds, and the brutal reality of trying to be a "good" working mom when your priorities shift overnight. We also dive into the one study that will change how you consume news forever. Gigi Sukin is an editor in the press industry who has witnessed massive shifts in journalism over the past decade. She's a University of Denver alum, St. Louis native, and mom to an 18-month-old who gives the best hugs. She believes in curiosity, tolerance, and the importance of a diverse news diet. We Discuss: 03:17 - Why exercise is non-negotiable for mom sanity (and Peloton dance parties) 07:02 - Pardon My Politics: The phrases that make us want to scream 17:24 - What people get completely wrong about media bias 21:29 - The one study that proves we're all more biased than we think 24:01 - How to stay informed without doom scrolling your life away 28:17 - What it's really like being a woman in a male-dominated newsroom 33:50 - The moment motherhood changes how you're perceived at work 40:14 - What would change if men had to work as new moms for one year 42:31 - The mantra every working mom needs to hear Learn more about: Tanya Nathan is a political campaign and communications strategist with over a decade of experience in progressive campaigns and advocacy. Currently a Principal at a nationally-based grasstops consulting firm, she's a Denver native living with her 8-month-old daughter, husband, and their rescue pets. Her hobbies include crosswords, mezcal tasting, and trying to sleuth out who's going to be on Love is Blind Denver. Sarah Andrews is a political strategist living in rural Colorado with her husband and two young kids. When she's not managing campaigns or chasing toddlers, she's passionate about women's rights, childcare policy, and creating space for honest political conversations that don't end in shouting matches. Website: momarchypodcast.com Substack: https://substack.com/@momarchy Instagram: @themomarchypodcast TikTok: @momarchypod Email: momarchypodcast@gmail.com Find more from Gigi Sukin: Email:gigi.sukin@axios.com X: https://x.com/GSukin
