Kelly and Liz dive into their weekend adventures, discussing everything from haircuts to holiday decorations, while sharing relatable parenting anecdotes. They touch on the challenges of managing kids' meals and toy organization, and share their excitement about an upcoming road trip for a conference. The episode also features industry news, including a significant Toyota recall and the latest EV sales. They honor Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month by sharing heartfelt stories from listeners, emphasizing the importance of remembering and supporting those who have experienced loss.
Big changes in the Carpool today. Not only has the release schedule changed, but so has Lizz's hair! Which one is the bigger news? We're not sure, but Kelly does think Lizz can go shorter. Lizz only thinks it looks good with a hat on. In good news, Kelly is feeling like herself again and has gone full force in cultivating fall vibes. It's all about apple cider donuts, chili and football... in 81 degree weather... Plus, she's organizing the toys and feels really good about it.
Kelly and Lizz are headed on a road trip to speak at a women's conference and are the two podcasters to do so! Sounds about right when you have the #2 automotive podcast. Speaking of automotive, there is a lot of juicy Industry News. Toyota has a recall, the 10 best selling EVs of 2025 and apparently Paris has an auto show! Should that be the next Car Mom trip?
In Ditch the Drive-Thru, Lizz is literally ditching the drive-thru now that she is back in her own home. She made steak freezer burritos and they are a winner!
Finally, it is time to celebrate the lives of the little ones gone too soon with Blake's Besties. Today, Kelly and Lizz share the stories of Teddy and Wyatt. Plus, a beautiful letter from a Labor and Delivery nurse.
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"Remember when the Grand Highlander just like couldn't be sold for like nine months because of an airbag issue?"
The Toyota Grand Highlander is a larger version of the popular Highlander SUV. It's designed for families and has a lot of space inside for passengers and cargo.
The Toyota Grand Highlander is a midsize SUV that offers a spacious interior and advanced safety features. It is part of Toyota's lineup and is known for its reliability and family-friendly design.
"Toyota recalls certain model year 2025 Toyota Sienna models. I don't know why model was in the headline twice."
The Toyota Sienna is a family minivan that offers plenty of space and comfort for passengers. The 2025 version has some new features and improvements compared to older models.
The Toyota Sienna is a minivan known for its spacious interior and family-friendly features. The 2025 model year includes updates and improvements over previous iterations.
"This is big though. Toyota is conducting a safety recall involving certain model year 25 Sienna's."
A safety recall happens when a car company finds a problem with a vehicle that could make it unsafe. They ask owners to bring the car in to fix the issue for free.
A safety recall is issued by manufacturers when a vehicle has a defect that poses a risk to safety. This requires owners to bring their vehicles in for repairs at no cost.
"The subject vehicles contain second row seats that are mounted on a seat rails."
Seat rails are the metal tracks that hold the car seats in place and let you move them back and forth. They help you find a comfortable driving position.
Seat rails are the tracks that allow vehicle seats to slide forward and backward. They are crucial for adjusting the seating position for comfort and safety.
"...the seat may lose structural integrity increasing the risk of an injury. So again, that's, this is a recall on second row seats."
Structural integrity means how strong and safe a part of the car is. If a car seat isn't strong enough, it might not protect you well in an accident.
Structural integrity refers to the ability of a component, such as a car seat, to withstand its intended load without failing. In the context of automotive safety, compromised structural integrity can lead to increased risk of injury during collisions.
"So did you know that Paris has an auto show? No, but I guess that makes sense. It totally makes sense. The Paris auto show runs October 12th or the 18th and promises an even stronger line of brands."
The Paris auto show is a big event where car companies display their newest cars and technologies. It's a chance for people to see what's coming in the automotive world.
The Paris auto show is a major automotive event held in Paris, France, showcasing the latest vehicles and innovations from various manufacturers. It is one of the most significant auto shows in the world, attracting global attention from industry professionals and car enthusiasts alike.
"Among brands represented will be Tesla, BMW, two French brands that I'm not really sure how to pronounce."
BMW is a well-known car brand from Germany that makes luxury cars. They are famous for their sporty designs and high-quality performance.
BMW, or Bayerische Motoren Werke, is a German luxury vehicle manufacturer known for producing high-performance cars and motorcycles. The brand is recognized for its engineering excellence and sporty driving dynamics.
"Among brands represented will be Tesla, BMW, two French brands that I'm not really sure how to pronounce. Ford and Kia."
Kia is a car brand from South Korea that makes affordable cars. They are known for providing good value and have stylish designs.
Kia is a South Korean automobile manufacturer known for producing affordable and reliable vehicles. The brand has gained popularity for its value, warranty offerings, and stylish designs.
"So that was interesting because now that the federal EV tax credit is gone,"
The EV tax credit is a discount you can get on your taxes when you buy an electric car. If this credit goes away, it can make electric cars more expensive for buyers.
The EV tax credit is a government incentive designed to encourage the purchase of electric vehicles by providing tax reductions to buyers. Its removal can significantly impact EV sales.
"...10 Chevy Blazer, 20,000 units sold. Number nine, Tesla Cyber Truck, 22,000 units sold. That's crazy that there's 22..."
The Tesla Cybertruck is a new type of electric truck that looks very different from regular trucks because of its sharp, boxy shape. It's designed to be tough and can do a lot of work while being good for the environment. People are excited about it because it's something new and different.
The Tesla Cybertruck is an all-electric pickup truck known for its futuristic design and robust performance capabilities. Its unique angular shape and stainless steel construction have generated significant attention and debate since its unveiling. The Cybertruck's sales figures indicate a strong interest in electric trucks as the market evolves.
"Like it should be like a Lamborghini or like it should be like a Lamborghini."
Lamborghini is a famous car brand that makes very fast and expensive sports cars. They are known for their unique and flashy designs.
Lamborghini is a luxury sports car manufacturer known for its high-performance vehicles and distinctive designs. Models like the Aventador and Huracán are iconic in the automotive world.
"Number eight, Volkswagen ID for surprise me, 22,000 units sold."
The Volkswagen ID.4 is an electric SUV that doesn't use gasoline. It's designed to be eco-friendly and has a lot of space inside for passengers and cargo.
The Volkswagen ID.4 is an all-electric SUV that is part of Volkswagen's ID family of electric vehicles. It offers a spacious interior and advanced technology features, making it a popular choice in the electric vehicle market.
"Okay. Number eight, Volkswagen ID for surprise me, 22,000 units sold. Number seven..."
The Volkswagen ID. Buzz is a new electric van that looks like the old VW buses but has been updated for today. It's designed to be roomy and good for the environment, making it a great choice for families or anyone needing extra space. People are excited about it because it brings back memories while being modern.
The Volkswagen ID. Buzz is an electric van that pays homage to the classic VW Microbus while incorporating modern electric vehicle technology. It aims to combine nostalgia with sustainability, appealing to both families and eco-conscious consumers. Its sales indicate a growing interest in electric vehicles that offer spaciousness and versatility.
"Number seven, F-150 Lightning, 23,000 units sold."
The Ford F-150 Lightning is an electric pickup truck, meaning it runs on electricity instead of gasoline. It offers the same features as the regular F-150 but is more environmentally friendly.
The Ford F-150 Lightning is an all-electric version of Ford's best-selling F-150 pickup truck. It combines the utility of a truck with the benefits of electric power, including instant torque and lower operating costs.
"Number six, Honda Prologue, which we actually like the prologue."
The Honda Prologue is a new electric SUV from Honda, which means it will run on electricity instead of gasoline. It's designed to be spacious and tech-friendly.
The Honda Prologue is an upcoming all-electric SUV from Honda, aimed at competing in the growing electric vehicle market. It is designed to offer a balance of performance, practicality, and advanced technology.
"Yeah. Number five is the Hyundai Ionic 5 at 41,000 units sold. Number four is the Ford Mu..."
The Hyundai Ioniq 5 is a new electric car that looks really cool and has a lot of space inside. It's designed to be eco-friendly and can go a long way on a single charge. Many people like it because it's a practical choice for families and has lots of modern features.
The Hyundai Ioniq 5 is a fully electric crossover that has garnered attention for its stylish design, spacious interior, and advanced technology features. It represents Hyundai's commitment to expanding its electric vehicle lineup and offers a competitive range and charging capabilities. The Ioniq 5's sales reflect the increasing demand for electric crossovers.
"... 5 at 41,000 units sold. Number four is the Ford Mustang Mach E, 41,000 units sold. Number three is the C..."
The Ford Mustang is a famous sports car that many people love for its speed and cool looks. It's been around for a long time and is known for being fun to drive. Recently, Ford also made an electric version called the Mustang Mach-E.
The Ford Mustang is an iconic American muscle car known for its powerful performance and distinctive design. It has been a symbol of freedom and rebellion since its introduction in 1964, making it a significant part of automotive history. The mention of the Mustang Mach-E highlights Ford's shift towards electric vehicles while maintaining the Mustang legacy.
"Good for Chevy. Number two is the Tesla Model 3 at 130,000. So the Equinox was number three at 5..."
The Tesla Model 3 is an electric car that doesn't need gas, which means it's better for the environment. It's popular because it can go a long distance on a single charge and has lots of cool tech features. Many people are choosing it as a smart and modern way to drive.
The Tesla Model 3 is a fully electric sedan that has gained popularity for its impressive range, performance, and advanced technology features. It represents Tesla's mission to make electric vehicles more accessible to the mass market. The Model 3's sales figures reflect its success in the growing electric vehicle market.
The Chevrolet Equinox is a small SUV that is good for families. It has a lot of space inside and is easy to drive.
The Chevrolet Equinox is a compact SUV that offers a comfortable ride, spacious interior, and a variety of engine options, making it a popular choice among families.
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Welcome to the Carpool podcast with Kelly.
And there's just some days where it's like,
I wish someone in this house would give a rip
that I browned the butter and like, you know,
julienne the basil and like did things like that.
Just like when someone to care.
And Liz.
Let's put up our Christmas decorations later.
And then we're not like,
January 8th doesn't roll around
where like get these freaking Christmas decorations down.
Your mom time off starts now.
Welcome back to the Carpool podcast with Kelly and Liz.
And Liz has a hat headphone combo going on.
Headphones over the hat.
Tell us what's going on here.
It's the only way.
I mean, I couldn't wear them under my hat.
Yeah.
If you have like little buds in like you have,
I'm saying you have a full,
you have a full headset or a podcaster.
Yeah. Where's my headphones?
Still don't have them.
Would love to hear myself talk.
Well, I did something crazy this weekend
and I chopped my hair.
I went Bob, I went lob.
I went long Bob.
Long Bob.
And I'm obsessed with it.
But here's the thing.
After you get a haircut,
especially a dramatic one like I did,
it's always scary showering
after they've like done the perfect blowout.
And I think you owe it to yourself
to let your hair dry naturally.
Like I couldn't throw my air wrap on it.
Like I had to see kind of what I'm working with.
In the raw.
You need to get a base level.
Totally.
And so that's what I did.
And I'll be honest, it's not great.
Unstyled.
My hair wasn't, but it wasn't,
I always threw it up on a button.
So I'm trying to wear it down.
So I put a hat on and like with a hat,
it's really cute.
Like let me show you.
Let me show you.
Like she just took her hat off.
It's giving me a new color.
Yeah.
Yeah.
Now I've had hair.
It's not great, but now I put the hat on and.
It's good.
Yeah.
Yeah.
And now it's good.
And now I put the headphones on.
So I'm going to be honest about something.
You should go shorter.
I don't know.
Cause I, you don't know.
I think you're so cute.
I feel like if you went a little shorter,
it would be even cuter.
I don't know.
We'll see.
I asked my hairstylist is like,
is everyone coming in and getting Bob's?
Because that's what's,
are Bob's all over your Instagram?
Yeah.
Okay.
So like it's Bob, Bob, Bob girl fall.
Yeah.
We're bobbing.
We're broaching.
We're bobbing.
We're broaching.
And so I was like, is everyone doing it?
And she's like, yeah, they are.
And I try to talk people into doing the lob
just to kind of like get their feet wet
cause you can always go shorter.
But you can't, you know, she's like,
so I know some girls are going to come back
asking me for extensions in a few weeks.
Well, that sounds like it'd be good for business.
Yeah.
But she does.
She did say that this is her favorite haircut.
The lob is her favorite haircut
because it looks really good on a lot of people.
So just if you're considering just like go for it.
I have it.
I've dabbled in the lob before.
Like truthfully, I think after Fred was born
and after Hattie was born, I went and I did a chop.
You know, I just did.
I did what moms do and I chopped it.
And at the time I was like, oh, it's fine.
It's cute.
Now when I look back at photos and videos from that time,
no, hate it.
Hate it.
I like make my hair too light.
I let them cut my hair too short.
Yeah.
I am a brown headed long haired girl.
And that's just all I need to be.
You're also like crazy.
This is the craziest thing I think about you.
And that is that you can have like long hair
and never put it up.
Like you can be like neck deep and a dirty diaper
and like you didn't put your hair up.
Like your hair is down.
Like you can do anything with your hair down.
It doesn't bother me to keep my hair down.
And not that I don't know why I don't,
I just don't, I actually like how I look with my hair up.
I can just never execute it very well.
And like I love to figure out like the half up, half down.
Like those girls who can just like take a clip
and like throw it up.
Like you do follow Kate ate small things.
I think that's her handle.
No.
She's like queen of the half up, half down.
Like literally, like it's what she like went viral
is what she's known for is like her hairstyles.
And I am so jealous of her.
She's just like that.
She's like, well, let me just throw my hair back.
Yeah.
It looks good.
Every single time.
Yeah.
No, that's something that I'm really wanting to try
and master with this lob.
Because I hate that I always put my hair on top of my head.
Like it's so annoying, but like I can, I'm not like you.
I have to have it out of my face, but I, I want it up.
So I actually just ordered some clips off Amazon.
Like I'm kind of trying to figure out
what my clip game is going to look like.
Totally.
Totally.
But speak, it's so funny that you're wearing that hat
because speaking of hat, where'd you get that hat?
Oh, yes.
I got this hat at Merrick's Arts Anthropology Launch Party.
It was so much fun.
It was amazing.
It was.
So if you missed last episode,
it was with and I went to Merrick
at Merrick's Art is her Instagram handle.
She's huge.
She's got 1.2 million followers.
Like, you don't, we don't need to tell you who she is.
You know her.
And she's an amazing fashion creator.
And she's doing a collab with Anthropology
that comes out that came out yesterday.
No, today.
Well, I thought this was launching Wednesday now, Liz.
It's a new schedule.
Oh, I'm so thrown off.
You're right.
It launches. This has come out on Wednesday.
It launched it yesterday.
And she threw a party for it.
And it was the best event I've ever been to.
It was so cool.
Here's what I loved about it.
It was like at her house.
So, which was just like really nice and like in cozy,
you know, an intimate,
but she had like her collection set up
and then she had an accessory bar
where you got like some items from her collection
and then like a couple of other like Anthro items.
And so I got this hat with a bear on it
that I'm wearing right now.
It's super cute.
Super fun party.
I mean, anything butternut squash ravioli was on the menu
and like those are three of my favorite words put together.
I need to get my butt to a Trader Joe's
and get some seasonal raviolis.
I've spent too long since I've had, I just,
I want all of them.
I want the sage.
I want the, and like the thing about raviolis is
it's not something that I would really make
for my family for dinner because Georgia doesn't eat cheese
and like Tyler would just like freak out
if I didn't serve her protein.
But like it is what I need for my girl dinners.
Your girl lunch.
My girl lunches are like,
oh yeah, the kids are eating muskos.
Like, you know, sometimes Tyler also, he's so crazy.
Sometimes Tyler will just like
eat a thing of like deer sausage.
Like that's what he wants for dinner.
And I'm like, OK, like I'm so like on the days I just can't.
And I should just like take it as like a thank you.
You're not asking me to cook you dinner.
I don't know why it annoys me, honestly.
But there's just times where it's like the kids are muskos.
Tyler wants to eat his deer sausage,
like doesn't want to touch what I'm attempting to cook.
And like I should have a butternut squash ravioli on deck.
Yeah.
And I'm just going to work on that.
For sure. No, Maddie's the same way.
He like is so fine with just having like a bowl of ground beef
with cheese and hot sauce.
And at first I was like, OK, but I can also make you like I can cook.
Like, you know, I can cook, right?
And then I'll like one day I'll just be like,
I'm over it. Here's some ground beef.
And he's like, this is the best meal.
Like, OK, great.
Like you're pissed. You're like, yeah.
I know. It's like you didn't want to eat my delicata squash.
That was delicious.
I know. I know. But that's OK.
You know what, it actually doesn't annoy me anymore
because it makes my life easier.
But well, I know.
And we need to take the W.
But like I am looking forward to the days where.
Like my kids want to like some of my kids.
I don't even care which ones.
I just think is my husband's not a foodie.
Yeah. My husband's not a foodie.
Your husband's not a foodie. No.
And there's just some days where it's like,
I wish someone in this house would give a rip
that I browned the butter and like, you know,
julienne the basil and like did things like that.
There's like one someone to care.
I know. And so I'm hoping one of my kids
like will be that person with me.
At this right now, I'll be Libby
because she's honestly my bestie.
She's my bestie right now. Yeah, totally.
So I feel that that's why I like haven't made chili yet.
I want to make chili like Maddie doesn't eat onions.
James is so picky.
So I'm like, who am I going to make chili for me?
I know. I made a big I make.
I made a big pot of chili last night,
which is what I saw your chili.
And all I wanted was to just like be there and eat it.
Well, do you want me to bring you some after this podcast?
I have so much.
Let me just let me just bring you one serving of it.
Bring one serving.
That would be great.
One little serving of my chili.
But it doesn't have to be a little serving, though.
Like it can be like a healthy serving.
Yeah, no, I've got the perfect container.
I'll send you with some chili.
And you can get your chili facts.
Perfect, because I have ground beef in the fridge.
So I'll just give that to Maddie for dinner tonight.
And I'll eat that.
So anyway, yes, I did.
I had such a great weekend, such a fall filled weekend.
Unfortunately for us, like it's still 81 degrees.
Like I'm totally sick of it.
Yeah, I'm sick of it.
And I'm so worried we're just going to have that fall
where it's like 81 32.
And you're like, oh, wait,
whereas I want it to be 50.
I just want it to be 50.
My fear is that we are going to get the 50,
but it's going to be 50 on Christmas
and then it's going to be snowing in April.
And here's my petition.
I'm like, should we just move Christmas?
If it's going to if the seasons are going to be so jacked up
that now like December is not cold
and it's only ever snowing like in the early year.
I'm like, that's I only want snow on Christmas.
If it's not Christmas, I'm not interested in snow.
Wow, you just like you're throwing a lot on the table right now.
I think it's all one cohesive thought,
but I'll allow you to answer.
Well, one, I think you're kind of centering yourself in Christmas
because like there's different climates all across the country.
It does snow for some people on Christmas.
Mm hmm. So I think that's like a consideration.
OK. And two, I think we just need to look at winter
for what it is and we need to.
This is why we shouldn't be rushing into things.
Sure. Let's not rush into Christmas.
So let's put up our Christmas decorations later.
And then we were not like January 8th.
Doesn't roll around where like get these freaking Christmas decorations down.
Like let's enjoy them when it's cold.
Maybe it's just like Christmas vibes.
Like I don't want to enjoy the Christmas vibes when it's hot.
I think I think like my big goal is like I'm just trying to cultivate
like seasonal vibes like this weekend.
Like I tried to cultivate a fall vibe.
I thought to myself, I didn't do this in September.
I didn't even do this.
Like I waited until October, like a proper fall girl
to cultivate the weekend that I had.
Apparently, I should have waited longer because the weather didn't cooperate.
And I think I'll do something with winter.
I'm just going to wait longer to cultivate those vibes.
And I'm really going to I'm really going to like dive headfirst
into all things winter and what that means.
And see now when I feel like you just said so many words
didn't actually add up to anything.
Other both giving word salad.
And I want to get back to my weekend for a second because this is OK.
OK, what was your weekend?
One thing about us is we're not going to solve.
We're not going to solve this problem.
Certainly not on this podcast.
Anyway, so my weekend consisted of trying to cultivate fall vibes.
First of all, I have tried to seek out an apple cider doughnut.
Didn't find that landed on like a cinnamon sugar, which was good.
But I'm still looking for that cake apple cider doughnut.
Still trying to find that everyone in St. Louis is like Eckers.
It's like, OK, I'm not going to have an hour for it.
I'm looking at I'm looking around my local places for anything apple cider.
Don't relate it.
Haven't found it yet.
Made a chili.
Watch the Lions game.
Yeah.
Chili was a 10 out of 10 situation.
It was my first chili of the season.
Everyone was excited.
Actually, all my kids ate it.
So shout out to my chili.
I just did up right.
I graded cheddar myself, nothing out of the bag over here.
I got the old cheese block out, got the old shredder done, melts way better
if you do it that way. That's just a fact. Mm hmm.
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