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Why Am I Yelling? Musings from a middle-aged, menopausal mom

Why Am I Yelling? Musings from a middle-aged, menopausal mom

By: Krista Rizzo Certified Life Coach & Grief Treatment Professional
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Welcome to Why Am I Yelling?—the podcast for every middle-aged, menopausal mom (or anyone who loves one) trying to navigate the chaos of midlife without completely losing it. Hosted by Krista Rizzo, a mom, transformational coach, and professional yeller (mostly at inanimate objects), this show is all about the hilarity, frustration, and unexpected joys of this stage of life.


From hot flashes to parenting teens, marriage to career reinvention, and the absurd cost of everything, nothing is off-limits. Each episode features real talk, relatable stories, expert guests, and segments you’ll love.


So, if you're feeling overwhelmed, underappreciated, or just a little sweaty for no reason, you’re in the right place. Let’s laugh, vent, and figure this out together.

New episodes every week! Subscribe now and join the conversation!

Want to share your own Are You KIDDING Me? moment? Send it in, and Krista just might feature (and yell about) it on the show!




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Episodes
  • "DON'T BLINK" On Graduations, Growing Up & Learning to Be Where You Are
    Jul 3 2026

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    New episode of Why Am I Yelling? is live — and this one is called "Don't Blink" for a reason.

    We're talking about:
    ✨ The Milestone Paradox — why you feel grief when you get exactly what you wished for
    ⏳ Why time literally speeds up the older your kids get (there's actual science behind this and it's wild)
    🛑 6 real tools to help you SLOW DOWN and actually be present for the moments that matter

    Spoiler: one of them takes 30 seconds a day and will make you ugly cry on your kid's 10th birthday. You're welcome.

    This episode is for every mom who has ever stood in a parking lot, or a kitchen, or a school gym... and felt time moving faster than she was ready for.

    Link in bio 🎙️💕

    #WhyAmIYelling #MomPodcast #MomLife #YoungMoms #Parenting

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    33 mins
  • Hook, Line, and No Sinker: Staying Calm When Parenting Gets a Little…Pointy
    Jun 12 2026

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    My husband called me on a Sunday afternoon "babe, Elias has a fish hook stuck in his nose, I'm just gonna pull it out." Um...NO!! But you guys...There was a fish hook. In his nose. The barb was in. And somehow — SOMEHOW — I did not completely fall apart.

    In this episode of Why Am I Yelling?, I'm breaking down exactly what happened, why I didn't panic, and the six tools I now swear by when parenting goes sideways fast. We're talking about the difference between being a REACTOR and a RESPONDER in a crisis — and how you can actually build that skill before you need it. Whether your kid has ever had a fishing-related facial emergency or just the regular kind of chaos, this one's for you. 🎣👃

    ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS
    0:00 — The fish hook. In the nose. I'm not joking.
    1:00 — What actually happened (the full story)
    7:00 — Reactor vs. Responder: what's the difference?
    13:30 — 6 tools for staying calm in a parenting emergency
    22:30 — The bigger picture: what we're really teaching our kids
    26:30 — Wrap-up, cheat sheet & your listener challenge

    🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode of Why Am I Yelling? — new episodes every Friday.
    💬 Drop a comment: what's the wildest parenting emergency YOU'VE survived?

    #WhyAmIYelling #ParentingPodcast #MomPodcast #EmergencyParenting #MenopauseMom #ParentingTips #CalmParenting #RealMomLife #PodcastForMoms #MenopausalMom #MiddleAge #Parenting

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    29 mins
  • 25 Years Married & Still Going -The 5 Relationship Essentials That ACTUALLY Keep a Marriage Strong
    May 29 2026

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    It's our SILVER ANNIVERSARY! 🥂✨ Twenty-five years ago, I said "I do" to a man who brought me daisies instead of roses on our first date. And today, I am celebrating the best decision I ever made.

    In this special episode, I'm exploring all five essentials from my book — Why Am I Yelling? Because...Relationship! — through the lens of what it actually takes to keep a marriage alive, thriving, and real across 25 years. We're talking about:

    💬 Communication — why two different communicators can still build a beautiful life
    💕 Intimacy — the kind Hollywood doesn't show you (and why familiarity is actually everything)
    🤝 Respect — the non-negotiable that keeps two people growing instead of competing
    🚧 Boundaries — the essential that almost broke us... and then saved us
    🫶 Support — presence without agenda, and why it's the one you can't fake


    #WhyAmIYelling #MarriageAdvice #Relationships #MenopausalMom #MiddleAge #25YearAnniversary #Love #SupportYourPartner #Respect #Intimacy #Communication

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    38 mins
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