Must In-Laws Be Outlaws?

About Must In-Laws Be Outlaws?

Ever wondered what could happen if we stopped being right and started being open? Must In-Laws Be Outlaws? is a playful, honest, and surprisingly heartfelt podcast hosted by a mother-in-law, Lucette Bloomgarden and daughter-in-law, Cathy Riva Bloomgarden, who didn't exactly start out as best friends. In fact, if you met them in the early days, you might have politely wondered how they would ever share a holiday table - let alone a microphone. This podcast is the story of how two women navigated misunderstanding, judgement, hurt feelings and unspoken expectations... and chose a different ending and how you can too. Instead of remaining "outlaws" in each other's lives, they leaned into curiosity, compassion, humor, and radical honesty - and slowly transformed a strained relationship into one rooted in respect, trust and genuine friendship. This podcast is for anyone who has struggled in any kind of a relationship whether with family, in-laws, friends or even themselves. Each episode blends real-life stories, thoughtful reflection, and laugh-out-loud moments as they explore what it actually takes to soften a guarded heart, find forgiveness, and build meaningful connection - especially with someone you didn't choose but are deeply connected to. From awkward beginnings and emotional landmines to breakthroughs, boundaries, and unexpected joy, nothing is off-limits. With insight, humor, and lived wisdom from two generations, this podcast offers a refreshing perspective on how relationships can evolve when we listen differently, speak honestly, and choose connection over conflict. Expect warmth, wit, a few hard truths, and plenty of laughter- because healing doesn't have to be heavy, and growth can be joyful. Come curious. Leave lighter. And discover that sometimes, the most unexpected relationships can become the most meaningful ones. Find us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/mustinlawsbeoutlaws (https://www.instagram.com/mustinlawsbeoutlaws)

Publisher

Cathy Riva Bloomgarden

Category

comedy · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

3 Mar 2026

Latest episode

28 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

16 of 28 episodes have a transcript.

1. 

   28 Oct 2026TRANSCRIPT

   Navigating Sudden Family Illness: Balancing Caregiving and Personal Life

   Hosts Cathy and Lucette Bloomgarden interview author and Intuitive Business Coach, Priscilla Stephen, about balancing caregiving for her mother with personal and professional life.

2. 

   14 Oct 2026TRANSCRIPT

   When Divorce Happens Does The In-Law Relationship Have to End?

   Host [Host Name] interviews [Guest Name, Credential] about navigating in-law relationships after divorce, revealing strategies for maintaining positive family bonds.

3. 

   7 Oct 2026TRANSCRIPT

   Permission to Be Brave, Play, and Grow: How Investing In Yourself Helps Every Relationship

   Host Cathy Riva shares how investing in her creative pursuits fosters bravery and personal growth, strengthening all relationships, including her bond with her mother-in-law.

Inside a recent episode

Navigating Sudden Family Illness: Balancing Caregiving and Personal Life

Published 28 Oct 2026 · Transcript excerpt

[…] I didn't realize I did because of the strain and the feeling, all those feelings. So when people say things can change really quickly, I mean, things can change really fast. I don't know how people handle it if they don't have the freedom that I do and the privilege of dropping everything, my husband taking care of everything and say, okay, I'm going to, we're going to figure this out. You know, so that's sort of the backstory to all of this. Wow. Well, first my heart goes out to you and, and I'm glad your mom is, on the other side of recovery. But for the, you know, immediate after the immediate phone call, and when you got on the plane, how did you handle juggling your business responsibilities? […]

Who has been a guest on Must In-Laws Be Outlaws?

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• Priscilla Stephen
• Spencer Pusey
• Kelli Fisher
• Riley Bloomgarden
• David Monn

Reach and audience

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

30 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

15 ratings

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