Raising Barbara Jean and Wanda
"Raising Barbara Jean and Wanda" is a captivating and wildly entertaining podcast brought to you by TikTok sensations, Kila Carr and Ashley Lamar. Known for their viral stories, "My Lost and Found Sisters" and "Trailer Park Chronicles," Kila and Ashley have joined forces to bring you a unique podcast experience that's as heartwarming as it is hilarious.
The podcast revolves around their unconventional upbringings under the care of their mothers, Barbara Jean and Wanda. Tune in as they delve into a world of hilarious anecdotes, tear-jerking moments, startling revelations, and tales so zany they could only be true. While their mothers' parenting styles may have been far from traditional, the life lessons, love, and resilience they instilled are a testament to their unique brands of motherhood.
Kila and Ashley are passionate about sharing stories of those who have discovered family through DNA tests and offering support to those raising children in challenging circumstances. Their stories are a roller-coaster of emotions, peppered with raw honesty and infectious humor, which makes for a podcast experience unlike any other.
But remember, only Kila and Ashley are allowed to talk about their mommas like this! Buckle up and get ready for a wild ride as these two ladies share their world with you. Whether you're looking for a good laugh, a cathartic cry, or a bit of unconventional wisdom, "Raising Barbara Jean and Wanda" delivers.
Launching on Mother's Day, it's a testament to the fact that there's no one-size-fits-all when it comes to parenting, and that's perfectly okay. After all, it's the wild, crazy, and heartwarming stories that make a family, a family.
- Update frequency
- every 8 days
- Average duration
- 47 minutes
- Episodes
- 54
- Years Active
- 2023 - 2025
We Swear There Was a Plan…
This week on Raising Barbara Jean & Wanda, Kila and Ashley are back in their organized chaos era. They had no plan… or did they?
From Kila’s dad tuning in (despite vowing he wouldn’t) to million doll…
Closet Zooms, ADHD Chaos & Keeping It Too Real
The ladies are BACK and more unfiltered than ever! In this week’s episode of Raising Barbara Jean & Wanda, Ashley and Kila introduce us to their new social media manager, Rachel—bless her heart—and k…
Summertime Shenanigans, Sick Kids, Wild Cruise News and More
In true Barbara Jean & Wanda fashion, Kila and Ashley are back with another wild ride—this time on the high seas (well, kind of).
The ladies kick things off with crappy cruise horror stories that inc…
Buffalo Slots, Broke Trips, and Vegas Regrets
We’re back, y’all—and we might be broke, but we’ve got stories! 💸 In this hilarious episode of Raising Barbara Jean & Wanda, Kila returns from Vegas with tales of slots, chaos, and some serious “neve…
Daytime Podcasting, Birthday Drama & Vegas Vibes
It’s high noon and Kila and Ashley are back at it—recording in broad daylight and stone-cold sober (weird, right?). In this laugh-filled episode of Raising Barbara Jean & Wanda, the ladies catch up o…
Caught in the Con Pt 3: Daniel Martin Exposed, Called Out, and Finally Behind Bars
Y’ALL. The moment you’ve all been waiting for is here — Part 3 of the absolutely insane Daniel Martin saga on Raising Barbara Jean & Wanda!
This week, Kila and Ashley are joined once again by Jessica…
Life's a Mess...but We Are Still Here
After a little springtime chaos and a few missed meetups, Kila and Ashley are finally back behind the mic—and it’s like they never left. In this episode, the ladies catch up on everything from wild t…
Continuing the Journey: Julie & Joe Taylor’s ALS Story (Part 2)🎙️💙
Welcome back to Raising Barbara Jean & Wanda! In this heartfelt continuation, Kila and Ashley sit down once again with Julie & Joe Taylor to delve deeper into Joe’s ongoing battle with ALS. J
oe’s re…
🎙️💙 Raising Awareness: Julie & Joe Taylor’s ALS Journey - Part 1 🎙️💙
Join Kila and Ashley on a special episode of Raising Barbara Jean & Wanda as they highlight ALS Awareness Month with guests Julie & Joe Taylor. Joe was diagnosed with ALS last June, and alongside Jul…
Coach Pitch, Therapy Trips, and Kila’s Chaos 🎙️⚾😂
In this follow-up episode of Raising Barbara Jean & Wanda, Kila and Ashley are back with more hilarious and heartfelt stories.
Bub makes his big debut in coach pitch, Ashley dives deeper into her the…
Therapy, T-Ball, and Still Roasting Daniel 🎙️😂
Kila and Ashley are back, catching up on all the wild in their lives! 😆 Ashley is officially in therapy (send snacks), Kila is still roasting Daniel (because duh), and Bub is starting T-ball! ⚾️
The …
Family, Therapy & Triggers – Featuring Kila’s Sister Dixie
This week on Raising Barbara Jean & Wanda, Kila’s sister Dixie joins the show for a raw and real conversation. The ladies do a quick recap of the Daniel saga (because of course there are updates), th…
Caught in the Con: Part 2 - Just when we thought it was done...
Just when you thought this story couldn’t get any crazier… it does.
Jessica Reynolds is back, and this time she’s joined by her friend Janene Tavalaro to spill even more tea on this ever-evolving nig…
Caught in the Con: Jessica Reynolds’ Shocking Story
Buckle up, because this week’s episode of Raising Barbara Jean and Wanda is a wild ride! Kila and Ashley are joined by Jessica Reynolds, a powerhouse Realtor and Homebuilder from Middle TN, who share…
Holidays, Rabbit Holes, and Big Plans for 2025!
Welcome back to Raising Barbara Jean and Wanda! Kila and Ashley are catching up on everything from the holidays to their new year’s shenanigans. This episode is packed with laughs, random discoveries…
Gentle Parenting...Has it Gone too Far?: A Heartfelt Conversation with Emily Alaine
In this powerful and emotional episode of Raising Barbara Jean & Wanda, Kila and Ashley sit down with the incredible Emily Alaine, who recently went viral on TikTok for sharing her heartbreaking stor…
Behind the Mic with Brandon Hall: Dispatch Stories and Host of Music City 911
This week on Raising Barbara Jean & Wanda, Kila and Ashley sit down with Brandon Hall, the talented host of Music City 911. With over 20 years of experience as a 911 dispatcher, Brandon is no strange…
Part 2: Chanci Culp - Behind the TikTok Fame and More!
The conversation continues in Part 2 with the one and only Chanci Culp on Raising Barbara Jean & Wanda! After hearing how she went viral in Part 1, Kila and Ashley dive even deeper into Chanci’s life…
Going Viral with Chanci Culp: TikTok Fame and Wild Stories! Part 1 of 2
This week on Raising Barbara Jean & Wanda, Kila and Ashley are joined by the one and only Chanci Culp! With a massive TikTok following and a personality to match, Chanci shares her journey from going…
Election Talk, Cat Chaos, and Life Updates!
This week on the “Raising Barbara Jean and Wanda Podcast,” Kila and Ashley are back at it with a fun and chaotic catch-up session! They dive into all things election-related, share some wild and hila…