My oldest son Max has a theory about his marriage. He says he married his father. Not someone like his father. His father. And after watching my husband and daughter-in-law Emma go at it over everything from politics to grocery store chicken salad, I think he might have a point. So I invited them both […]
For the first episode of Season 2, I figured I should start with someone who was there for all ofit. My husband, Pete. We’ve been married 36 years, raised three boys, paid three college tuitions, survived threeweddings, and have now reached the point where the people we raised are grown adults,building families of their own […]
Life is a Layer CakeApril 15, 2026Featuring: Melissa Kosovych Summary What does it really look like to build a life while you’re in it?In this episode ofYou Turned Out OK, Mrs. B talks with Melissa Kosovych—a millennial momof two under two, business owner, and songwriter—about navigating motherhood, career, andidentity in real time.From the Gen X […]
Episode 8 – See Me After ClassMarch 18, 2026Featuring: Liz Morgan Summary In this episode, Mrs. B sits down with her mother, a middle school teacher of nearly 50 years,to explore how kids, parents, and classrooms have evolved over generations.While technology and pressure have transformed the student experience, one thing hasn’tchanged: kids still need strong […]
Episode 7 – Max Turned Out OKMarch 4, 2026Featuring: Max Bandarenko Summary In this heartfelt episode, Mrs. B and her son, Max, discuss the transition from parent tograndparent, reflecting on childhood memories, lessons learned, and the evolving nature ofparenting. They explore the importance of community support, generational differences, andthe impact of technology on parenting styles. […]
SuperpowersFebruary 18, 2026Featuring: Nicole Burke & Sharon Burke Summary Ever wonder what it’s like growing up labeled as “difficult” before the term ADHD even existed?Or how a social butterfly blossoms into a fierce advocate? This episode is a revealing, witty, andsometimes tear-jerking dialogue with Nicole Burke, a behavioral analyst turned ADHDsuperhero, and her mom, Sharon, […]
Episode 5 – Call Your GrandmotherFebruary 4, 2026Featuring: Gloria Bandarenko Summary In this episode of You Turned Out OK, Mrs. B discusses parenting across generations with hermother-in-law, Gloria (the OG Mrs. B), a member of the silent generation. They explore thedifferences in parenting styles, the challenges modern parents face, and the evolving nature offamily dynamics. […]
Episode 4 – It’s 10 PM. Do you know where your children are? January 21, 2026 Featuring: Becky Ford Summary Remember when parents didn’t coordinate playdates like military operations? Parenting a five-year-old is hard. Parenting a five-year-old as a Gen Xer surrounded by millennial parents is… an experience. In this episode, I sit down with […]
Episode 3 – “Check All That Apply” Embracing Bicultural Identities November 19, 2025 Featuring: Emma BXB & Clementine Fujimura Summary In this episode of You Turned Out OK, host Rachel Bandarenko engages in a heartfelt conversation with her daughter-in-law Emma and Dr. Clementine Fujimura about the complexities of bicultural and multicultural identities. They explore how […]
Episode 2 – Club Kids November 5, 2025 Featuring: Karen Damerau & Palen Roberts Summary This episode of ‘You Turned Out Okay’ explores the evolution of youth sports, contrasting the past with the present. The discussion highlights the increased intensity, financial burden, and pressure on young athletes today, while also emphasizing the importance of fun, […]