The Pickup Line

Gloria Jean Inc
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Real talk from the carpool to the crib — a podcast about single motherhood, Black womanhood, and everything in between.

  1. 1D AGO

    College Isn't The ONLY Option

    Parenting is shifting and not everyone agrees with where it’s headed. Are we preparing kids for life or for a system that’s changing? Let’s talk about it. 0:00 – Parenting in 2026: Why Everything Feels Different 1:10 – Being Open to Your Kids’ Music & Self-Expression 3:40 – Healthy Co-Parenting & Kids Spending Time With Both Parents 6:20 – Choosing Motherhood Over Career: The Modern Mom Debate 9:15 – Teacher Pay, Burnout & The Education System 12:45 – Kids, Screen Time & Why We Aren’t Meant to Sit Inside All Day 15:30 – Trade School vs College: Is a Degree Still Worth It? 18:50 – Montessori Education & Alternative Schooling 22:00 – What Kids Actually Need to Thrive Today 🎙️ Real Talk. Real Life. Real Moms.Welcome to The Pick Up Line Podcast — the unfiltered, unapologetic podcast where single moms Dina and Mauri keep it real about motherhood, personal growth, healing, and second chances. Whether you're in the carpool lane or sipping coffee *or wine* after bedtime, you're not alone — we've got your back. 💬 What to Expect: Every week, we talk about the real stuff — parenting struggles, mom guilt, dating again, mental health, faith, fitness, and learning to show up for yourself even on the hard days. If you're a single mom, a strong woman, or just someone who needs some honest conversation and encouragement, this space is for YOU. New episodes every week — Subscribe and turn on notifications! 🔗 FOLLOW & LISTEN: 📺 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@pickupthepod 🎧 Listen on Spotify: (https://open.spotify.com/episode/2jGqwR71GBraeNyF9JFRif?si=xfDMVc9zSDqnqjs-yPfiSw) 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pickupthepod 🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pickupthepod?_t=ZP-8zx5QZ5k7dG&_r=1

    31 min

  2. FEB 5

    We Need to Talk About Men, Power, and Emotional Responsibility

    Do celebrity relationships influence how we see love and family? We watch celebrity relationships play out in public, but they often reflect what’s happening in real life. In this episode, we talk about what relationships like the Beckhams, Shannon Sharpe’s, and The Game & Shaniece reveal about parenting, emotional accountability, power, and why “hurt people hurt people” keeps showing up. This isn’t gossip it’s about patterns, responsibility, and what we can learn from watching closely. 00:47 – Todays Political Climate 09:43 – Why values matter more than political parties 15:37 – Shannon Sharpe & transitional parent-child relationships 17:15 – Why men try to keep access without accountability 18:00 – How men co-sign each other’s behavior 19:04 – Michelle Obama on Call Her Daddy  19:21 – Why women need older women for guidance 21:08 – “Hurt people hurt people” explained 23:29 – What the Beckham family shows us about partnership 32:15 – Managing emotions instead of avoiding them 34:43 – The Game,  Shaniece, & Evelyn  🎙️ Real Talk. Real Life. Real Moms.Welcome to The Pick Up Line Podcast — the unfiltered, unapologetic podcast where single moms Dina and Mauri keep it real about motherhood, personal growth, healing, and second chances. Whether you're in the carpool lane or sipping coffee *or wine* after bedtime, you're not alone — we've got your back. 💬 What to Expect: Every week, we talk about the real stuff — parenting struggles, mom guilt, dating again, mental health, faith, fitness, and learning to show up for yourself even on the hard days. If you're a single mom, a strong woman, or just someone who needs some honest conversation and encouragement, this space is for YOU. New episodes every week — Subscribe and turn on notifications! 🔗 FOLLOW & LISTEN: 📺 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@pickupthepod 🎧 Listen on Spotify: (https://open.spotify.com/episode/2jGqwR71GBraeNyF9JFRif?si=xfDMVc9zSDqnqjs-yPfiSw) 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pickupthepod 🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pickupthepod?_t=ZP-8zx5QZ5k7dG&_r=1

    45 min

  3. JAN 29

    Men Cheat When Women Are Exhausted

    Motherhood reshapes identity in ways no one prepares you for. In this episode, we explore what happens to marriages and partnerships when women carry the majority of caregiving from a young age with little rest, recognition, or support. From the early years of motherhood to long term burnout, we examine how imbalance, unmet expectations, and chronic fatigue impact intimacy, connection, and fidelity. 00:14 — Parenting Since the Age of 22 03:44 — Faith, Responsibility, and Staying Power 06:11 — Working Mothers and Chronic Exhaustion 06:24 — Traditional Roles and Unequal Labor 07:31 — Two-Parent Homes and Missed Expectations 09:06 — Why Mothers Rarely Get True Time Off 10:34 — Community, Support, and Stress Reduction 11:36 — Money, Allowance, and Financial Pressure 17:07 — Burnout Over Time: What Changes 21:16 — How Exhaustion Impacts Intimacy 26:18 — Identity Loss and Resentment 30:26 — How Children Understand Their Parents’ Relationship 🎙️ Real Talk. Real Life. Real Moms.Welcome to The Pick Up Line Podcast — the unfiltered, unapologetic podcast where single moms Dina and Mauri keep it real about motherhood, personal growth, healing, and second chances. Whether you're in the carpool lane or sipping coffee *or wine* after bedtime, you're not alone — we've got your back. 💬 What to Expect: Every week, we talk about the real stuff — parenting struggles, mom guilt, dating again, mental health, faith, fitness, and learning to show up for yourself even on the hard days. If you're a single mom, a strong woman, or just someone who needs some honest conversation and encouragement, this space is for YOU. New episodes every week — Subscribe and turn on notifications! 🔗 FOLLOW & LISTEN: 📺 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@pickupthepod 🎧 Listen on Spotify: (https://open.spotify.com/episode/2jGqwR71GBraeNyF9JFRif?si=xfDMVc9zSDqnqjs-yPfiSw) 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pickupthepod 🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pickupthepod?_t=ZP-8zx5QZ5k7dG&_r=1

    37 min

  4. JAN 22

    How To Know If You're A Helicopter Mom

    In this episode, moms react to WILD reddit stories that touch on controlling parents, being kicked out by your mother, postpartum depression, resentment toward partners, parenting regret, and whether childhood trauma should influence adult relationship choices. This is a judgment-free conversation centered on wisdom, accountability, and compassion especially for mothers navigating guilt, fear, and generational cycles. 00:40 Story 1: She’s 18 Why Are Her Parents Still Controlling Her? 5:05- Story 2: Her Mother Kicked Her Out… Where Is She Supposed to Go? 10:11 Story 3: I Love My Child But I Regret Some of My Parenting Choices 14:06 Story 4: Should Women Stay in Dysfunctional Relationships Because of Childhood Trauma? 18:26 Story 5: Postpartum Made Me Resent My Husband  Is That Normal? 🎙️ Real Talk. Real Life. Real Moms.Welcome to The Pick Up Line Podcast — the unfiltered, unapologetic podcast where single moms Dina and Mauri keep it real about motherhood, personal growth, healing, and second chances. Whether you're in the carpool lane or sipping coffee *or wine* after bedtime, you're not alone — we've got your back. 💬 What to Expect: Every week, we talk about the real stuff — parenting struggles, mom guilt, dating again, mental health, faith, fitness, and learning to show up for yourself even on the hard days. If you're a single mom, a strong woman, or just someone who needs some honest conversation and encouragement, this space is for YOU. New episodes every week — Subscribe and turn on notifications! 🔗 FOLLOW & LISTEN: 📺 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@pickupthepod 🎧 Listen on Spotify: (https://open.spotify.com/episode/2jGqwR71GBraeNyF9JFRif?si=xfDMVc9zSDqnqjs-yPfiSw) 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pickupthepod 🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pickupthepod?_t=ZP-8zx5QZ5k7dG&_r=1

    26 min

  5. JAN 15

    Family Estrangement: When Is It Okay to Walk Away?

    In this episode, we have a necessary conversation about parents abandoning their children, adult children going no-contact, and why so many kids grow up feeling emotionally unseen. We unpack how social media contributes to kids self-diagnosing mental health issues, the long-term effects of inconsistent parenting, and why accountability from parents matters more than apologies. 00:03 – How Social Media Is Causing Kids to Self-Diagnose Mental Health 00:21 – Forgiving Your Parent While Acknowledging the Harm 02:24 – Creating a Safe Emotional Space for Your Children 03:03 – How Talk Shows Shaped How We View Family Trauma (Oprah, Dr. Phil, Iyanla) 03:59 – Why Churches Are Built Around Family Dynamics 04:21 – Having a Child vs Actually Being a Parent 05:34 – Why Parents Must Work Harder to Maintain Relationships With Their Kids 07:00 – The Long-Term Effects of Kids Self-Diagnosing Online 07:40 – How Inconsistent Parenting Impacts Children Long Term 09:38 – Forgiving Your Parent Without Repeating the Cycle 15:25 – Teaching Kids Emotional Regulation Instead of Punishment 17:49 – Why Social Media Is Not Real Life for Kids 20:02 – Parents Taking Accountability for Emotional Damage 23:35 – Learning to Lean on Family Instead of Isolation 31:18 – Protecting Your Children From Emotional Neglect 32:23 – Married Moms Can Still Feel Like Single Parents 33:23 – The Reality of Absent Parents 34:40 – Teaching Kids Autonomy Without Emotional Abandonment 36:31 – When Kids Start Asking “Why” Later in Life 37:20 – Why Listening to Your Children Changes Everything 🎙️ Real Talk. Real Life. Real Moms.Welcome to The Pick Up Line Podcast — the unfiltered, unapologetic podcast where single moms Dina and Mauri keep it real about motherhood, personal growth, healing, and second chances. Whether you're in the carpool lane or sipping coffee *or wine* after bedtime, you're not alone — we've got your back. 💬 What to Expect: Every week, we talk about the real stuff — parenting struggles, mom guilt, dating again, mental health, faith, fitness, and learning to show up for yourself even on the hard days. If you're a single mom, a strong woman, or just someone who needs some honest conversation and encouragement, this space is for YOU. New episodes every week — Subscribe and turn on notifications! 🔗 FOLLOW & LISTEN: 📺 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@pickupthepod 🎧 Listen on Spotify: (https://open.spotify.com/episode/2jGqwR71GBraeNyF9JFRif?si=xfDMVc9zSDqnqjs-yPfiSw) 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pickupthepod 🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pickupthepod?_t=ZP-8zx5QZ5k7dG&_r=1

    43 min

  6. JAN 8

    New Year Intentions, Old Patterns

    As the new year begins, many people set intentions, resolutions, and goals — but just as quickly, abandon them. In this episode, we have an honest conversation about why New Year’s resolutions often fail, how habits really change, and what accountability looks like in real life, especially as parents. We discuss topics like Dry January, gym goals, parenting habits that impact children, and how to approach the new year with realistic expectations. We also address the public conversation surrounding Pastor Jamal Bryant and the scrutiny around standards, leadership, and accountability, tying it back to how intention without awareness can miss the mark. 00:01 – Dry January: Resetting Habits at the Start of the New Year 01:51 – Alcohol Alternatives and Health-Conscious Choices 03:30 – Why New Year’s Resolutions Do and Don’t Work 09:31 – Why People Don’t Change Until Something Forces Them To 11:09 – How Parents’ Habits Affect Their Children 13:20 – Gym Resolutions and Unrealistic Fitness Goals 13:58 – Why You Shouldn’t Commit to Goals That Aren’t Realistic for You 16:57 – How to Start the New Year Intentionally With Your Kids 19:22 – The Role of the Matriarch in Family Leadership 19:45 – Setting Personal Goals for the New Year 20:50 – Pastor Jamal Bryant, Public Standards, and Accountability 🎙️ Real Talk. Real Life. Real Moms.Welcome to The Pick Up Line Podcast — the unfiltered, unapologetic podcast where single moms Dina and Mauri keep it real about motherhood, personal growth, healing, and second chances. Whether you're in the carpool lane or sipping coffee *or wine* after bedtime, you're not alone — we've got your back. 💬 What to Expect: Every week, we talk about the real stuff — parenting struggles, mom guilt, dating again, mental health, faith, fitness, and learning to show up for yourself even on the hard days. If you're a single mom, a strong woman, or just someone who needs some honest conversation and encouragement, this space is for YOU. New episodes every week — Subscribe and turn on notifications! 🔗 FOLLOW & LISTEN: 📺 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@pickupthepod 🎧 Listen on Spotify: (https://open.spotify.com/episode/2jGqwR71GBraeNyF9JFRif?si=xfDMVc9zSDqnqjs-yPfiSw) 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pickupthepod 🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pickupthepod?_t=ZP-8zx5QZ5k7dG&_r=1

    34 min

  7. JAN 1

    What We Wish We Knew In Our 20s

    Some lessons only come with time. In this episode, we reflect on what we’ve learned throughout the decades the mistakes, the growth, and the clarity that only experience can bring. This conversation is about how aging refines you, not diminishes you. We talk about the lessons that shaped us in our 20s, the perspective that grounded us in our 30s, and the wisdom we’re still carrying forward. This episode is for anyone who’s ever looked back and realized: I couldn’t have known this then but I know it now. If you’re navigating change, growth, or simply honoring how far you’ve come, this one’s for you. 00:00 – What Each Decade Teaches You About Life & Growth 04:13 – Life Lessons You Learn in Your 20s 04:38 – Becoming a Mom in Your 20s: Real Life Experience 05:40 – Looking Back With No Regrets in Adulthood 06:00 – Why a Strong Support System Is Crucial for Motherhood 06:45 – Growing Up With a Best Friend & Navigating Life Together 08:09 – Overcoming a Speech Impediment & Building Confidence 13:00 – Childhood Insecurities That Follow You Into Adulthood 17:09 – Life Lessons You Learn in Your 30s 17:50 – Becoming a First-Time Mom in Your 30s 19:05 – The Truth About Breastfeeding Nobody Talks About 20:45 – What Your 40s Teach You About Peace, Priorities & Self 🎙️ Real Talk. Real Life. Real Moms.Welcome to The Pick Up Line Podcast — the unfiltered, unapologetic podcast where single moms Dina and Mauri keep it real about motherhood, personal growth, healing, and second chances. Whether you're in the carpool lane or sipping coffee *or wine* after bedtime, you're not alone — we've got your back. 💬 What to Expect: Every week, we talk about the real stuff — parenting struggles, mom guilt, dating again, mental health, faith, fitness, and learning to show up for yourself even on the hard days. If you're a single mom, a strong woman, or just someone who needs some honest conversation and encouragement, this space is for YOU. New episodes every week — Subscribe and turn on notifications! 🔗 FOLLOW & LISTEN: 📺 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@pickupthepod 🎧 Listen on Spotify: (https://open.spotify.com/episode/2jGqwR71GBraeNyF9JFRif?si=xfDMVc9zSDqnqjs-yPfiSw) 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pickupthepod 🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pickupthepod?_t=ZP-8zx5QZ5k7dG&_r=1

    26 min

  8. 12/25/2025

    Why Adult Friendships Feel Harder (Especially After Kids)

    Friendships don’t end the same way when you’re grown — they shift. In this episode, we talk about how friendships change as you age, especially after becoming a mother. From diversifying your friendships, understanding the difference between acquaintances and real friends, navigating forgiveness, and why mixing business and friendship often doesn’t work this is an honest conversation about adult relationships. How have your friendships changed as you’ve gotten older? 00:00 – Intro: Why friendships change 03:46 – How friendships evolve as we age 04:33 – Diversifying your friendships 04:46 – What a SAHM really does to keep the household together 07:13 – Friendships as extended family 07:34 – How friendships shift after becoming a mother 10:34 – Meeting new friends as you get older 12:09 – Acquaintances vs real friendships 13:43 – Forgiveness in friendship 16:03 – Why mixing business & friendship rarely works 18:31 – When friendships end & the lessons they teach 20:40 – Check on your strong friends 26:50 – Celebrity friendships that have lasted 29:46 – No jealousy: why healthy friendships help you win 🎙️ Real Talk. Real Life. Real Moms.Welcome to The Pick Up Line Podcast — the unfiltered, unapologetic podcast where single moms Dina and Mauri keep it real about motherhood, personal growth, healing, and second chances. Whether you're in the carpool lane or sipping coffee *or wine* after bedtime, you're not alone — we've got your back. 💬 What to Expect: Every week, we talk about the real stuff — parenting struggles, mom guilt, dating again, mental health, faith, fitness, and learning to show up for yourself even on the hard days. If you're a single mom, a strong woman, or just someone who needs some honest conversation and encouragement, this space is for YOU. New episodes every week — Subscribe and turn on notifications! 🔗 FOLLOW & LISTEN: 📺 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@pickupthepod 🎧 Listen on Spotify: (https://open.spotify.com/episode/2jGqwR71GBraeNyF9JFRif?si=xfDMVc9zSDqnqjs-yPfiSw) 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pickupthepod 🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pickupthepod?_t=ZP-8zx5QZ5k7dG&_r=1

    34 min
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Real talk from the carpool to the crib — a podcast about single motherhood, Black womanhood, and everything in between.

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  • Creator
    Gloria Jean Inc
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    28
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 The Pickup Line
  • Show Website
    The Pickup Line