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The Carpool with Kelly and LizzAMAZON AND COTTON CANDY SIDE HUSTLE SUMMERSSide Hustle Summer is BACK and Kelly and Lizz have two great side hustles to inspire you this week. First, it's time to catch up and see what's the latest in the Stumpe and St. John Households. Kelly is on a vacation with the family at the lake that wasn't originally planned, but seemed like a great idea while the pool is getting installed at their home. While there, she is mastering the art of using the fryer. Will a smoker be next? Meanwhile, Lizz is officially out of her home while it gets renovated and it's in a to...2025-07-0156 min
TechstinationThe Car Mom's tips for family travelTechstination, your destination for gadgets and gear. Iâm Fred Fishkin.   Here we are at the start of the summer travel seasonâŠ.lots of folks have been on the road this long holiday weekend.    Kelly Stumpe, known as The Car MomâŠ.is offering some tips for family travel.  One is to be prepared by making sure your insurance has rental reimbursement coverage to cover the cost of a rental carâŠif your vehicle should need repairâŠ.âIf your car needs to go into the shop to get repaired, itâs not one or two days.  Entgerprise data tells us that on average...2025-05-2601 min
TechstinationTechstination interview: Tips from The Car Mom, Kelly Stumpe, for summer travelBeing prepared for summer car travel. Some tips, including the need for rental reimbursement insurance, from Kelly Stumpe. "The Car Mom" and co-host of the Carpool podcast chats with Techstination's Fred Fishkin.2025-05-1408 minThe Carpool with Kelly and LizzWE ALL END UP WATCHING BLUEYWe begin this week's episode with a little Built Puff bar drama. Kelly is obsessed and now Lizz is jumping on the bandwagon and taking one too many bars from the Stumpe stash. Could this cause a major riff between the sisters? Kelly spent some time this week doing a little Facebook snooping and realizing that parenting is the great equalizer. The cool kids in high school are also changing diapers and going to Disney on Ice and it feels so satisfying to see. Meanwhile, Lizz is getting ready to finally feel settled by t...2025-04-1743 minThe Carpool with Kelly and LizzWE'RE NOT BRUNCHINGThe Easter Bunny will be here this weekend and there was talk of him bringing some friends to join the menagerie in the Stumpe house. While that idea has subsided, the ladies are still excited for the holiday and all the amazing brunch food it brings with it. The good news is that Kelly has perfected her hard-boiled eggs! Speaking of animals, Kelly and Lizz had a busy weekend taking the four young kids to the zoo solo. Luckily, the animals were on point and they used it as an opportunity to get their wo...2025-04-1544 min
The Branding Business School Podcast155: How The Car Mom Disrupted the Auto Industryâand Helped Me Buy with ConfidenceText a question to Victoria!âWhen you are a disruptor, there are no rules that you have to follow.â -Kelly StumpeSearching for the best family car? Wondering which SUV fits three car seats safelyâor how to make a smart, mom-friendly car purchase without the stress? Youâre in the right place.If youâve been following along on Instagram, you know Victoria has been on a car-buying journey for the past few months. With baby number three on the way, all needing car seats, this decision wasnât just about featur...2025-04-0934 min
The Debt Free Mom Podcast78. Smart Car Buying with The Car Mom, Kelly StumpeKelly Stumpe aka the Car Mom takes a cheerleader approach to helping moms and families choose their next car confidently. Her enthusiasm for the car industry combined with her expertise as a car salesperson, mom of 4, and child passenger safety technician all come together to make her the voice I listen to for all things cars!You can find The Car Mom on instagram for daily stories, car tours, and the latest industry infoHer website offers car buying resources as well as consultations to help you choose your next car.The Carpool...2025-02-2640 min
Cars & Culture with Jason SteinEpisode 181: Thanksgiving Best Of 2024 (Mate Rimac, Kelly Stumpe)Thanksgiving Best Of 2024 (Mate Rimac, Kelly Stumpe)
2024-11-2953 minThe Carpool with Kelly and LizzFACT OR FICTION - CAR EDITIONIt's November! With a new month comes unseasonably warm temperatures and back to two episodes a week. It couldn't come at a better time as there is a LOT happening in both Kelly and Lizz's homes. There are roosters and chickens at the Stumpe house that has Kelly asking questions she never knew she would have to ask. Then, ongoing work going on at Lizz's new home has quickly humbled both her and Mathew and reminded them that owning a home is basically a money pit no matter what you do. Today, Kelly brought a...2024-11-0553 minThe Carpool with Kelly and LizzWE HAVE A COW... MANA lot can happen in the week, especially in the Stumpe household! Not only did they have a magic birthday party with Anna and Elsa in attendance, they also added a cow to the farm. Over at Lizz house, she spent the weekend as a mom of two solo while Mathew was away. How did she survive? In Driveway Dumps Kelly has some marriage advice and Lizz needs to talk Taylor Swift impersonators. Plus, revealing the kid's Halloween Costumes! In Industry News, we sent our Car Mom Correspondent to chec...2024-10-2452 minThe Carpool with Kelly and LizzLOW LIFT LUXURY OR OVERCONSUMPTION?Fresh from the ER (everyone is fine) Kelly and Lizz are back for their second episode post maternity leave with a carload full of driveway dumps. Starting with the Stumpe home turning into Halloween headquarters. Meanwhile, Lizz is ready to start her Christmas card! In the Driveway Dump the moms discuss football season, giving up on your kids clothes, a haunted car wash and a sudden love for the Kia Carnival. Kelly has a Fast Lane Philosophy on comparing yourself to others and robbing your joy. The first Last Th...2024-10-1758 minThe Carpool with Kelly and LizzNATIONAL NAME YOUR CAR DAYDid you know October 2nd is National Name Your Car Day? It's not a federal holiday (yet) but here at the Carpool Podcast this is a day you know we had to recognize! That is why Kelly came back from maternity leave to have an intense conversation with Sunny Karassik from Capital One about the top car names and what we have named our cars. If you know Kelly, you know naming things is one of her passions so she has a LOT of thoughts! Plus, a little update on...2024-10-0239 min
Moms of the LouEpisode #3: The Car Mom - Building a Side Hustle That Works for YouIn todayâs episode, Rebekah chats with Kelly Stumpe, also known as The Car Mom! Kelly shares her motherhood journey with us and how she has grown The Car Mom business into a national brand while raising kids. Kelly gives advice to moms pursuing a side hustle and emphasizes the importance of building an online presence and connecting with other moms. Get tickets for The Car Mom Auto Show, happening right here in St. Louis on July 20th at Queeny Park!Kelly is a mom of three (& pregnant with her fourth!), car salesperson, Child Safety Passenger Technician (CP...2024-07-0322 min
A Road Less Traveled PodcastThe Car Mom: Navigating Family-Friendly Cars & Business | A Road Less Traveled PodcastJoin us as Kelly Stumpe, known as 'The Car Mom', shares her inspiring journey from retail auto to becoming a pioneering car reviewer for moms. Discover how Kelly recognized the need for family-centric car recommendations, focusing on practical features like cup holders and storage space.In this insightful conversation, Kelly delves into the challenges of balancing work and family life, offering valuable insights on managing guilt and prioritizing self-care. She discusses her unique approach to creative content, including engaging interviews with moms about their cars, and how it has resonated with her audience.Explore Kelly's...2024-06-2233 minThe Carpool with Kelly and LizzA TRUCK DAD Q&AGrab your Twizzlers, the Stumpe family is going to the Ozarks! The Truck Dad is on the Carpool podcastâfinally. And while your 20 bucks might not deliver the same goods they always did, this episode certainly will.Tyler has surrendered to his fate and is now one of those 'exercise people' with insufferable soreness. Kelly is certain a good round of shiplap would turn that two-pack into a six. The Carpool has questions, and Tyler's got answers. What were the best and worst of the new home renovations? How did...2024-05-3059 min
The Aggressive Life with Brian TomeChanging the Way We Think About (and Buy) Cars with Kelly StumpeâThe Car MomKelly Stumpe saw a gaping hole in the auto industry and she aggressively ran right through it. Also known as The Car Mom, she posts honest and insightful reviews of cars, vans, and SUVs that focus on things consumers care most aboutâthe storage space, the cup-holders, and can you really get three carseats in the back row? She has built a thriving online community that focuses on empowering consumers (especially moms), disrupting the mighty auto-industry in its wake. This fun, insightful, and aggressive conversation will change the way you think about your four wheels. 2024-05-1455 minThe Carpool with Kelly and LizzFIRST PODCAST FROM THE NEW STUMPE HOUSEWelcome to the new Stumpe headquarters! The move was painful and Kelly's ready to complain again but the new place already feels like home after just a few days' stay. Falling in love with her new Speed Queen washer and dryer sure helped, too. Today's Merriam Webster word of the day is aegis meaning 'under the protection of.'Kelly and Lizz both have delightful new base model luxuries to share today. Lizz is replacing endless scrolling with the NY Times Connections Wordle and Mini Crossword. And, she's fully e...2024-04-1142 minCars & Culture with Jason SteinEpisode 145: Kelly Stumpe the Car MomKelly Stumpe the Car Mom
2024-03-2151 minThe Carpool with Kelly and LizzSTUMPE BABY #4 IS ON THE WAY!Fred is giving middle child energy, so it's a good thing Stumpe baby number four is on the way!!! Kelly took an early blood test to reveal the baby's gender and she's sharing the details on today's episode. She's also thinking about her future ride (of course) and ready to order a baby name book. â What names do you like for Kelly's baby number four? Send your favorites to hello@thecarmomofficial.com Doom scrolling is today's millennial word of the day. If you find yourself looking compulsively for bad news...2024-02-2746 min
What Drives Her - From A Girls Guide to CarsKelly Stumpe Tells Us Why the Minivan Life Wasn't Her Thing: What Drives Her Ep. 7In this episode of A Girls Guide to Cars Podcast, What Drives Her, Kelly Stumpe gives us a personal look into what life is like as The Car Mom. We go in depth into what auto shows can do for families who are car shopping, planning for the future, and looking to make the best car buying decisions. Kelly tells us how a car seat swap can potentially save thousands, why buying pre-owned can ease the anxieties of early motherhood, and how her brand's auto show gave her the chance to connect with families...2024-02-2138 min
The Dealer Playbook30 seconds to sell a car, The 4 Eâs of social media growth, How she grew her Instagram to 445k and why itâs not hard | Kelly Stumpe aka @the_car_momKelly Stumpe, also known as The Car Mom, is a social media influencer, car enthusiast, and advocate for local independent dealerships. She has over 473,000 followers on Instagram and is known for her engaging and informative content about cars from a mom's perspective.What We Discuss In This Episode:The Birth of The Car Mom Brand: Uncover the origins of The Car Mom and how Kelly seamlessly merged her passion for cars with the demands of motherhood. Learn how a simple idea blossomed into a thriving community.Navigating the Automotive Landscape:...2023-12-1426 min
Good Morning VailDecember 6, 2023Join us this morning for all your local news, weather and fun! Â With special guests Kelly Stumpe The Car Mom and so much more!Click this link to see more great local programs on TV8 Channel 92
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Cyrus Webb's tracksThe Car Mom Kelly Stumpe discusses preparing for car accidents on #ConversationsLIVE ~ #TheCarMom #Enterprise #carrentalHost Cyrus Webb welcomes Kelly Stumpe, The Car Mom, to Conversations LIVE to discuss how you can prepare for a vehicle accident before it happens, making sure you have car rental insurance today! 2023-12-0606 min
The MomForce Podcast Hosted by ChatbooksEnter the Chat: Kelly Stumpe, "The Car Mom," Explains How to Choose the Best Family Car and Avoid Common Safety MistakesKnown as âThe Car Momâ, Kelly Stumpe is a go-to expert when it comes to finding the perfect car for your family. she provides invaluable insights such as the ideal car for accommodating multiple car seats, optimal trunk space, and top safety features in the event of a crash. Explore Kelly's expert advice as she addresses questions from our MomForce community, offering valuable tips on what features to prioritize when choosing a car and which models to avoid. Don't miss her verdict on the timeless minivan vs. SUV debate. Elevate your family's driving experience and learn a few new thin...2023-11-1432 min
Get the Hell Out of DebtThe Car Mom Comes For A VisitKelly Stumpe comes on the podcast to talk all things safety and cars.  Kelly Stumpe is The Car Mom. As a mom and lover of all things automotive (she grew up in and around car dealerships!), Kelly recognized a need within the industry and jumped at the opportunity to offer her expertise. Founded in 2020, The Car Mom began simply as a way to review family cars from a mom's perspective. In the three years since, the mission has quickly grown to empower families of all sizes throughout the car selection and buying process. With ...2023-09-2740 min
Bestie Business BanterâSoccer Snacks Are the Worstâ with Kelly Stumpe, The Car MomWeâve made it, besties!! We have Kelly Stumpe, aka THE CAR MOM, on the pod. We speak from experience when we say that even if you donât consider yourself a car girlie, youâll love this interview. Weâve watched Kellyâs very niched business grow, and weâre thrilled that sheâs sharing her story with us today! Founded in 2020, The Car Mom began simply as a way to review family cars from a mom's perspective. In the three years since, the mission has quickly grown to empower families of all sizes throughout the car selection a...2023-09-061h 18The Carpool with Kelly and LizzBREAKING CAR MOM MINIVAN NEWSThe Stumpe family vacation planning is in the works, and Chris (mom) is doing the most. Craigâs (dadâs) birthday agenda is full of morning coffee talk, breakfast, pilates practice, nap gaps, and a dress-up-like dad extravaganza. Follow Kelly and Lizz on Instagram for the hilarious highlights!Todayâs millennial word of the day is âcoreâ which defines an aesthetic or vibe such as Barbie core, cottage core, Car Mom core, or Craig core. Kelly will be thriving and not just surviving family vacation travel with the kids. Her last tr...2023-08-0329 min
The Walk AroundS02E29 - The Car Mom on How Dealers Can Reach More AudiencesDealers can gain valuable insight in this episode on how to meet moms and families where they are in the car buying process by understanding their specific needs, making the process less intimidating and more transparent and by providing helpful online content through social media that empowers customers and dealership staff.In this episode youâll hear: What moms think about (and get frustrated by!) buying EVs for their familiesHow dealers can appeal to the mom segment and women buyers (donât miss Kellyâs tips here!)How to empower your customers through conten...2023-07-2639 min
Trading SecretsThe Car Mom to the rescue! Kelly Stumpe reveals the secrets to buying, leasing, trading and financing your next car! The car industry unlocked!This week, Jason is joined by social media personality, automotive expert and working mom of three, Kelly Stumpe aka the Car Mom! Kelly spent her entire life growing up in the dealership business and started her career off by selling BMW vehicles. After establishing early career success, Kelly began to think about ways to expand her experience to a larger audience and in 2020, she began blogging and advising everyday moms about the car buying process. She now has a new platform called The Car Mom.Â
Kelly gives insight to her passion for selling cars, what makes selling cars s...2023-07-241h 03
Car Dealership Guy Podcast#15 Making money as an automotive influencer, Cars to avoid, Empowering families and consumers, Fixing the perception of dealerships | Kelly Stumpe, The Car MomIn this episode, I'm speaking with Kelly Stumpe, founder and CEO of The Car Mom.00:00 - Intro01:22 - Kelly's background05:52 - Starting and growing The Car Mom14:42 - Learning to monetize a media brand19:07 - Which channel has been the most profitable27:07 - Kelly's best car-buying tip30:27 - Kelly's important trade-in tip34:00 - Fixing the perception of dealerships for the future35:52 - Wrapping upFollow Kelly:Instagram @the_car_mom...2023-06-2338 min
ConnectedPodcastConnected Podcast Episode 106: Engaging Your NicheToday's guest on Connected is Kelly Stumpe, who's also known as The Car Mom! Kelly co-hosts the Carpool Podcast and helps her followers on Instagram and YouTube navigate the car buying process.
With experience selling cars and becoming an industry influencer at the height of the pandemic, Kelly's niche is focusing on helping first-time, young, or women car buyers through the car buying experience. Her approach is all about the four E's â educate, empower, entertain, and engage. Through her growing platform, she's been able to interact with and bring value to her audience, and she emphasized how dealerships can take th...2022-12-1336 min
At Home StartupHow to Disrupt the Market with Your Business Idea with Kelly the Car MomIt can be difficult to break into an existing industry, especially when youâre doing it differently! My guest is someone who decided to pursue what she loved, but with her own creative and âdisruptiveâ spin. She wasnât interested in choosing between her passion and her family, so she took that path that had it all! Kelly Stumpe is the founder and creator of The Car Mom, where she uses her extensive knowledge and resources from her career in the automotive industry to empower first-time car buyers, women, and families to make the most informed decision while car...2022-12-1341 min
Automotive News Special ReportsAlly All Ears Podcast | Building trust to attract and retain customersTammy Linkfield, senior vice president of Ally Financial Central Region, and Kelly Stumpe, CEO of The Car Mom, discuss developing customer trust amid current inventory concerns and strategies dealers may use to improve their long-term customer relationships2022-12-0712 minThe Carpool with Kelly and LizzBABY STUMPE'S NAME GAME CONTINUESThe Carpool Podcast is in the top 1% of shared podcasts and the top 5% of all podcasts for 2022, and the gals couldn't be more grateful for their dedicated listeners! This episode is jam-packed with special segments and a Starbucks taste drive you won't want to miss. Today's sponsor, Uncommon Goods, is your secret weapon if you want to avoid basic and bland gifts this holiday season. They scour the globe for the most remarkable and truly unique gifts for everyone on your list. They have something for everyone, from jewelry to the kitchen, bar, him, her, kids, and m...2022-12-0657 minAt Home StartupCombining Creative Passions and Motherhood With Kelly The Car MomWomen often feel like they have to choose between their passion projects and growing their families. They either donât have the time to pursue creative interests or they run out of energy in the process! Well, my guest is someone who decided she didnât have to choose between growing her family and doing what she loved. She was determined to have it all!Kelly Stumpe is the founder and creator of The Car Mom, where she uses her extensive knowledge and resources from her career in the automotive industry to empower first-time car buyers, women, and...2022-12-0633 minThe Carpool with Kelly and LizzTHIS PODCAST IS DAD APPROVEDLittle cutie Corbin, whoâs now a Carpool star, kicks off todayâs episode, which is packed with the segments you know and love.âBig brainâ is todayâs millennial word of the day, as in, Tik Tok is small brain, and IG is big brain. 90âs throwbacks from the driveway diaries include bubbles you could eat and silk accessory scarves that are coming back hot. Kelly also clears up all the confusion surrounding the two-ingredient pumpkin muffin recipe. The great eight of childrenâs cereal â Kelly and Lizzâs favorite nightcap â is here. Cocoa Puffs, Cocoa Pebbles...2022-10-2049 minThe Carpool with Kelly and LizzBASIC AND PROUD OF ITKelly and Lizz are giving basic and proud of it in this fall-tastic episode! If *you're* not basic this fall, what's wrong with *you*? The gals are providing the $36 service everyone needs right now â a taste drive of the full lineup of Starbucks fall flavors. They're also sharing the one fall thing that has got to go and chatting about their pie baking goals. Today's millennial word of the day is 'next question.' As in: "Sydney, is there anyone special you'd like to add to the family group chat?" Sydney: "Next question."Kell...2022-09-1550 minThe Carpool with Kelly and LizzTHE BIG ANNOUNCEMENTBIG baby news is here this week, and Lizz dives right into a preggo Q&A for Kelly. Will she find out the babyâs gender? How are the two Stumpe kiddos warming up to the news? Can the whole Stumpe family still fit in the three-bedroom house? And, of course, is the Expedition here to stay? This weekâs millennial word of the day is a Gen Z app trend called âBe Real.â This French, spur-of-the-moment social media app is all the rage in the Gen Z crowd, but Kelly and Lizz are just not ready for this...2022-08-0250 min
The Rachel Cruze ShowA Recession May Be Coming: Hereâs Why You Shouldnât PanicRecession: Itâs the big, scary word everyoneâs been bringing up lately. Is this something we should freak out about? Weâll talk about that in this episodeâplus weâll answer all your car questions with Kelly Stumpe (aka The Car Mom)! And weâll wrap up by revealing one big strategy people are using to save money right now.In this episode:
A Recession May Be Coming: Hereâs Why You Shouldnât Panic
All Your Car Questions Answered with Kelly Stumpe
Should You Go This Far to Make More Money?
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THE UPSIDE with Callie and Jeff DaulerVACATION EPISODE - THE CARPOOL WITH KELLY AND LIZZWeâre taking a week off and taking the time to introduce you to some of the podcasts we produce with tentwentytwo! For today weâd love for you to get to know The Carpool with Kelly and Lizz. Kelly Stumpe and Lizz Suntrup are third generation auto-industry experts and best known for rviewing cars from the millennial mom point of view on Instagram and YouTube. As a work from home mom of two toddlers, Kelly found herself craving a brain-break and some adult conversation so she convinced her sister Lizz (who is already busy planning a wedding) to crea...2022-06-0153 min
Make The Connection With Melanie BordenEpisode 4: Make the Connection By Solving a Problem in Your IndustryIn today's episode of Make the Connection with Melanie Borden, we're discussing social media with Kelly Stumpe. Kelly grew her Instagram following to over 260,000 during the pandemic's peak. She is now accomplishing incredible things with her brand. We dive into topics such as: Strategies for determining the best platform for your business, Building an audience, Connecting with your audience, Influencer space and how to begin incorporating influencers into your businessThis is a value-packed episode you do not want to miss!Connect with MelanieLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com...2022-05-0622 min
Leader of The Pack Podcast#21. Transforming The Car Buying Process For Female Customers and Families with The Car Mom Founder and CEO, Kelly StumpeA Zoom sit-down conversation with Kelly Stumpe, CEO and Founder of The Car Mom - a female owned and operated company. St. Louis native, Kelly shares over the next hour with Duluth Pack's CEO, Tom Sega, about her early career beginnings in the car industry while working at her family's car dealership and then transitioning into the role as a stay at home mother. When the global pandemic hit in 2020, Kelly was inspired to change the process of car buying specifically tailoring an experience for mothers and families. Kelly began focusing on transparent reviews and explains the safety and...2022-04-2058 min
Women Want Strong MenThe _Car _Mom's Influence on Social Media and the Automotive IndustryOn todayâs podcast I have automative disruptor and social media influencer, Kelly Stumpe also known as âThe Car Momâ. Kelly took social media by storm 2 years ago and is now influencing the car market with over 5 million views of her car tours on YouTube. An Instagram following of nearly 300K followers and a podcast at the top of the Apple charts called âThe Car Poolâ. Kelly went from let me see if I can make enough money on social media to pay for the groceries to bringing home the bacon by building an incredible brand on social media for her fa...2022-03-3148 minThe Branding Business School Podcast58: How to Disrupt an Industry With The Car Mom, Kelly StumpeText a question to Victoria!Kelly Stumpe (aka The Car Mom) is disrupting the auto-sales industry one online car tour at a time. Kelly was raised in the automotive industry and began working at her family's BMWÂ dealership in 2016. When she and her husband started a family, she didn't see a practical way to make car sales and motherhood mesh. So she took her knowledge online and started reviewing cars for other moms so that they could make more informed decisions from the comfort of their home without having to find childcare so they could go to a...2022-03-0935 min