Totally Unqualified
Who do you ask those life-altering questions like, “How do I get the job I actually want?” “Is this fling turning into a thing?” or “What’s the move when my BFF suddenly ghosts me?” Your mom's a little too judgy, and your friends might be just as lost as you are. That’s where we come in. We’re Totally Unqualified, a mother-daughter podcast that tackles your burning questions with our unfiltered advice. We think we’re hilarious, wildly insightful, and yes, we argue—like every mother-daughter duo. Tune in for spicy takes, awkward truths, and everything in between. Trust us, it’s the advice you didn’t know you needed, with a side of laughter.
Episodes
34 episodes
We’re Regressing
This week we’re talking cowboys, country dancing, and why Texas two-stepping might just be our new love language. We’re also all in on the Sunshine Protection Act (because daylight savings is absolutely absurd) ,and we dig into the NYC mayoral ...
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Is Gen Z the Most Stressed-Out Generation Ever?
Let’s start with this: When did New York City become RSVP-only? You can’t just wander into a trivia night, workout class, or even the Halloween Dog Parade anymore. Everything requires a ticket, time slot, barcode, or blood sample (almost). Spon...
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Standing up for yourself. Making things happen.
This week, we’re talking about what it really means to access your inner strength—and why so many people wait for someone else to give them permission to shine. News flash: life isn’t coming to you. It’s waiting for you to step up and claim it....
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Sorry I Didn’t Say Sorry
Why is it so hard to just say sorry? In this episode, we unpack the art (and awkwardness) of apologizing—why we avoid it, what gets in the way, and how being intentional about our words and actions can change everything. Because “I’m sorry” isn...
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We’re Back! Confident as Ever—Or Are We?
After a little life-hiatus, Totally Unqualified is back. From end-of-summer blues to Taylor Swift’s engagement ring to an NYC dating story so outrageous only social media could make it possible, we’ve got plenty to catch up on. Then we turn to ...
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The Case for Change
Change—love it or hate it, sometimes it’s the only way forward. We talk about knowing when the benefits of change outweigh staying put, how to handle the uncertainty, and why it can feel easier when you’re young than later in life. We also get ...
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Doing Your Own Thing—Maybe Too Much
Is there such a thing as being too independent in a relationship? In this episode, we unpack the line between healthy autonomy and emotional avoidance. Doing your own thing? Great. But how often—and at what cost? We talk about how independence ...
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First Date Dos & Don’ts
First dates: They’re exciting, awkward, and full of potential missteps. In this episode, we break down the essentials—how many drinks is too many, whether or not a kiss (or more) is on the table, and how to ensure success. We also get into the ...
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The Trouble with Going Back.
Can you ever really go back? Whether it’s a place, a book, a relationship, or just a moment in time—the second time around rarely feels the same. Why? Expectations. In this episode, we unpack how what we hope to feel often gets in the way of wh...
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Episode 25: What Makes a Good Mom?
Everyone has thoughts—and talking about them can get emotional (or just plain heated) on both sides. Gen Z wants moms to be supportive, emotionally available, and able to give space when needed. But hovering, oversharing, or letting anxiety lea...
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Episode 24: Feeling Late to Your Own Life?
We’re supposed to fall in love in high school, “launch” in our 20s, and have kids by 30… right? Or maybe—wrong. In this episode, we unravel the invisible timelines that make us feel like we’re always behind. Who set these expectations? And how ...
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Episode 23: Who’s the Boss? You Are!
So you want a promotion, but what does it really take to get it? And once you’re a boss, how do you handle jealous coworkers, eye-roll energy from direct reports, and the weird shift in office dynamics? In this episode, our special guest Natali...
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Episode 22: Gender Role Rethink
From who wears the engagement ring (shouldn’t it be both? why isn't it both?) to who stays home with the kids, gender roles are still with us. In this episode, we dig into how expectations around work, relationships, and identity have evolved f...
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Episode 21: Do I Seem Old to You?
What makes moms seem...old? Is it the idioms (please stop saying “bend over backwards”), the skinny jeans (no jeggings—ever!), or the mild panic when the TV remote doesn’t work (“I’m not very good with tech!”)? In this episode, Ava gives Mom a ...
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Episode 20: Who Am I?
It’s our 20th episode and Mother’s Day—so naturally, we’re getting deep. This week, we’re talking identity: how to carve it out when you’re launching into adulthood and stepping out of your mom’s shadow, and how to reclaim it when you’re a mom ...
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Episode 19: Life Skills, Anyone?
Once upon a time, you had to know how to write a check and read a map. Today? Not so much. In this episode, we debate the essential life skills Gen Z actually needs—and yes, somehow even driving a car is up for debate. We also break down that b...
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Episode 18: I Don’t Wanna Grow Up!
Bills, deadlines, responsibilities…it sounds so adult, so exhausting, so...BORING. In this episode we ask the big question: how do you know when you’re officially a grown-up? And what if you just don’t want to be one? (Can’t life just be fun an...
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Episode 17: The Robots Are Coming (And Mom’s Not Okay)
Is AI taking over the world? Our jobs? Ruining the environment with its energy drain? In this episode, we dig into what it means to live in the so-called “Techno-zoic” age and how Gen Z is handling the rise of the machines. Spoiler: Mom’s alrea...
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Episode 16: The Problem with Threes
White Lotus reminded us of a universal truth—when three friends get together, things often get messy. Really messy. In this episode, we unpack the unspoken tensions of friendship trios, from low-key jealousy to full-blown FOMO. Why do one-on-on...
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Episode 15: It’s a Sibling Thing (You Wouldn’t Understand)
They know your secrets, your strengths, and exactly how to push your buttons—yep, we’re talking siblings. This week, we're diving into the rollercoaster of sibling dynamics with special guest Will. Why do parents so often push siblings to be cl...
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Episode 14: Breaking Up is Hard to Do!
Grab the tissues! In this episode, we get real about the heartbreak and clarity that come with breakups. We unpack what happens when a relationship shines so brightly that it can overshadow you—and what it takes to find yourself again. Yes, bre...
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Episode 13: Right place. Right People. Right You.
We all love to feel appreciated, and finding the right fit—whether in a job, a relationship, or a friendship—can be the difference between just getting by and truly thriving. But sometimes the right fit isn’t what you thought it would be....
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Episode 12: Mom, Can You Please Stay Out of My Business! (But Also, Help?)
Ah, the unsolicited advice of mothers—always ready with a take on everything from your career choices to your oat milk preference. If you’re a daughter, you might be this close to losing it. If you’re a mom, you’re just trying to help (and mayb...
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