Wildly Appropriate w/ Krissy Marsh

I admit to the parenting tactics that would get me "cancelled" today—from the smack to the soap—and explain why they were necessary to save my children from the "Cool Mom" trap. We live in a world where parents are terrified of their children not liking them.

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Mom Guilt hits harder than labor – let's ditch it and regain your sanity.
You’re not a bad mom if you crave ambition post-baby or skip perfect outfits.
Quality time beats quantity – stop comparing to other moms.
Raw tips from Krissy Marsh after 22 years of mom struggles.

Light CW: postpartum overwhelm, mom guilt
Resources:
Book mention: "Baby's First 101 Days" for practical newborn tips.
Related episodes: Check our miscarriage grief ep for more emotional rawness.
Hosted by Krissy Marsh.

Coming out isn’t one big moment.
There’s no script, no applause, no neat ending where everything suddenly makes sense.
In this episode, Kyle sits down with Krissy to talk about what coming out actually looked like for him — the years of knowing before saying, the quiet sadness he couldn’t explain, the pressure of pretending, and the slow, often messy process of being honest with himself and the people he loved.
This isn’t a dramatic “before and after” story.
It’s a real conversation about identity, secrecy, mental health, family, and what happens when holding something in starts to weigh more than letting it out.
If you’ve ever felt like you were living quietly…
If you’ve ever struggled to explain why you weren’t okay…
Or if you’ve supported someone through their own journey of becoming themselves —
This episode is for you.
No movie ending.
Just the truth, as it actually happens.

Content Warning: This episode contains open discussions about suicidal ideation and depression. Please take care while listening.

Raw story from Kyle our Producer on growing up gay in Catholic Ireland.

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(Disclaimer: This episode discusses sensitive topics including depression and suicidal ideation. If you or someone you know is struggling, help is available. In Australia, call Lifeline on 13 11 14.)

TW: miscarriage, pregnancy loss, grief, medical trauma7 losses in 3 years – the physical hell (D&Cs, injections) and silent partner’s pain.What not to say: “Hasn’t your body had enough?” – the worst gut-punch.Paranoia of “bad luck” – tricking my brain to hope while bracing for heartbreak.Rainbow after the storm: My last-shot baby who changed everything.

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(Disclaimer: This episode discusses pregnancy loss and miscarriage. Please take care while listening.)

Do you actually know when you need a mentor? Sometimes the most pivotal career advice comes from a stranger on a boat, a pastry chef, or even your spouse during a financial crisis.

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In this episode of Wildly Appropriate, we unpack the concept of the "Accidental Mentor" and explore how a casual coffee chat can turn into a life-changing career pivot. We dive deep into the friction and growth of working with a spouse during the Global Financial Crisis and why the "perfect" mentor doesn't exist.

Chapters:
00:00 The Boat Story: How a 17-year-old landed a foreign exchange job through a chance encounter.
01:50 Defining the Mentor: Why a mentor isn't a "godly figure".
04:55 The Chef & The Hierarchy: Lessons in corporate politics from a Ritz-Carlton pastry chef.
07:20 The Coffee Interview: Turning a request for advice into a custom role at Cheston International.
11:44 The Difficult Client: Lessons in adaptability from media owner David Hannon.
13:53 Business & Marriage: The friction of a husband joining the business during the GFC.
19:32 The Breaking Point: Burnout, a toxic relationship, and the move to Italy.
26:00 The "Dickhead" Argument: Business logic vs. emotional reality in a partnership.
32:56 Recognising the Need: Why 99.9% of people know what to do but need help verbalising it.

Episode Takeaways:
The Power of "Accidental" Connections: How a casual conversation on a boat at 17 led to a high-pressure career in foreign exchange.
Navigating Ego and Hierarchy: Lessons learned from a German pastry chef at the Ritz-Carlton about navigating corporate hierarchies.
Surviving the GFC with a Spouse: The raw reality of running a business during the Global Financial Crisis, where Krissy went without a wage for two years.
The "Sponge" Methodology: How to absorb industry-specific knowledge rapidly by treating every superior as a temporary mentor.
Reverse Mentorship: Why mentoring 23-year-olds can provide more value to the mentor than the mentee regarding motivation and market insights.

Quotes:
"I wasn't looking for a job. Two, I wasn't looking for a mentor. And it was the job that I absolutely needed, and it was the mentor that I absolutely needed at the time."
"You're sitting across from me, you absolute dead shit, asking me what my budgets are... I haven't slept... plus trying to run this business."
"If you stuff up on a trade, it's millions and millions of dollars. We're not just talking... Oh, I can rub that out and write it again."

Research, Topics, Places & People Mentioned:
Global Financial Crisis (GFC)
Ritz-Carlton
Cheston International
Logos (Johnny & Trent's Company)
David Hannon (Hannan Printing Press)

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Have a story about an accidental mentor? DM me on Instagram: @wildlyappropriatepodcast