MOMager
A family of three—a singer mom, guitarist dad, and their Disney actor son—talk to other Hollywood families about navigating the entertainment industry.
This is a family-on-family conversation about the realities of raising a child in the entertainment business. Hosted by an actor, his 'momager' and 'dadager', the show brings on other young performers and their parents for a uniquely transparent discussion. They swap stories about auditions, set life, managing school, and maintaining normalcy, creating a support group atmosphere for those inside the niche world of 'Hollywood families'.
“Unlike other industry podcasts, MOMager features the entire family unit—mother, father, and child actor—as hosts, offering three distinct viewpoints on every topic. They almost exclusively interview other families, not just individuals, leading to candid conversations about parenting, sacrifice, and shared experiences that a typical one-on-one interview wouldn't surface.”
Who hosts this show
MOMager is hosted by the Barton family: singer/songwriter Felicia Barton, her husband and guitarist Loren Barton, and their actor son, Malachi Barton. Felicia is a former 'American Idol' contestant who now works as a songwriter, vocal coach, and background singer for shows like 'Dancing with the Stars'. Malachi is a Disney Channel actor known for roles in 'Stuck in the Middle', 'The Villains of Valley View', and the 'Zombies' movie franchise. Together, the three provide a multi-perspective look at life as a working family in Hollywood.
Credentials & credits
- Felicia Barton: Contestant on 'American Idol' (Season 8)
- Felicia Barton: Songwriter for artists like Demi Lovato and Lea Michele
- Felicia Barton: Background vocalist for 'American Idol' and 'Dancing with the Stars'
- Felicia Barton: Vocal coach for artists including Lil' Nas X
- Malachi Barton: Actor, roles in Disney's 'Stuck in the Middle', 'The Villains of Valley View', 'Under Wraps', 'Zombies 4'
- Loren Barton: Guitarist and tour manager
Other ventures
- The Barton Fam (family brand)
- Patreon for exclusive content
What kind of podcast
- Country
- United States
- Region
- usa
When new episodes drop
- 01DZ parents fit check!Jul 19, 2025 · 21s
- 02The Barton Fam Season 1 Finale | #24 | MOMagerJul 8, 2025 · 56 min
- 03The best compliment!Jun 25, 2025 · 25s
- 04The same but different 🤣Jun 25, 2025 · 31s
- 05Joshua Colley & his parents Brad and Robbie | #23 | MOMagerJun 24, 2025 · 1h 21m
- 06Father's Day - A DADager Takeover | #22 | MOMagerJun 10, 2025 · 1h 01m
- 07Education in Hollywood - with Malachi's teacher - Kate Thompson | #21 | MOMagerMay 27, 2025 · 55 min
- 08The Barton Fam 20th Episode!!! | #20 | MOMagerMay 20, 2025 · 57 min
Notable episodes
- 01Father's Day - A DADager Takeover | #22 | MOMager
A special episode where Malachi and Loren host their own fathers and uncle for a multi-generational conversation about fatherhood, legacy, and a family rite of passage.
- 02Education in Hollywood - with Malachi's teacher - Kate Thompson | #21 | MOMager
Filmed on-location in a classroom, this episode provides a deep dive into the unique world of education for child actors with their son's long-time studio teacher.
- 03Joshua Colley & his parents Brad and Robbie | #23 | MOMager
A quintessential episode showcasing the show's core format: the Barton family interviewing another industry family (actor Joshua Colley and his parents) about their parallel journeys.
What you'll be asked on this show
The show is not a formal interview but a guided, multi-person conversation. The Bartons, as a family unit, interview other families, creating a dynamic of shared experience rather than a host-guest hierarchy. They often open by establishing a personal connection or shared project, like a tour or movie. Probing happens organically, with one family's anecdote prompting a similar story from the other, particularly from the parents (Felicia and Loren) who compare notes on managing their children's careers. Malachi often connects with the guest actor on the specifics of performing. The conversations are punctuated by structured segments and games, such as 'Dad or Dumb?' or a pop quiz, which serve to break up the talk-show format and inject lighthearted competition.
The format is a casual, living-room style conversation between two families, often with hosts and guests finishing each other's sentences. The Bartons build rapport by frequently relating guest stories back to their own experiences. Episodes are often structured with recurring segments, games, and themed Q&As like the 'Momager Survival Guide'.
Questions the host keeps coming back to
12 cataloguedIf you're going on this show as a guest, expect some version of each of these. Each note explains when the host reaches for it.
origin
2- Q.01
“What was your experience on Broadway/in your early career?”
This question is used to establish the guest's origin story and professional background early in the conversation.
- Q.02
“Was the talent for performing always there, even as a child?”
The hosts ask this of the guest's parents to uncover early signs of their child's abilities.
craft
3- Q.01
“What's your favorite character you've played so far?”
A classic question used to understand the guest actor's personal connection to their work.
- Q.02
“If you had to choose between [Broadway] or [TV/film], which would it be?”
This helps reveal the guest's artistic preferences and where they find the most fulfillment.
- Q.03
“What makes teaching actors unique compared to a traditional classroom?”
A specialized question for an expert guest, tailored to their specific profession within the industry.
process
2- Q.01
“As a parent, how do you approach parenting a child actor?”
Directed at the guest parents, this question opens up a core theme of the show: the 'momager'/'dadager' experience.
- Q.02
“What's a time when things went totally off the rails behind the scenes?”
A go-to question to elicit funny or challenging anecdotes about the realities of production.
advice
3- Q.01
“What's your number one trick for surviving a long day on set?”
Often part of the 'Momager Survival Guide' segment, this seeks practical, actionable advice.
- Q.02
“What's one piece of advice for parents who find themselves raising a performer?”
This is a key advice-focused question for the guest parents, central to the show's mission.
- Q.03
“What's one lesson you wish you had learned earlier in your journey as a father/parent?”
A reflective question designed to draw out wisdom and hindsight from the guest parents.
values
1- Q.01
“What do you think it means to be a good man in today's world?”
Asked during the Father's Day episode, this question probes at deeper values and legacy.
future
1- Q.01
“What's one thing you hope the next generation will carry forward?”
This question broadens the conversation to legacy and future values, often asked near the end.
Signature segments
- · Momager Survival Guide
- · Dad or Dumb?
- · Family game segments
- · Pop Quizzes
- · Theme Song Intro
Topics covered repeatedly
Who gets booked here
Guests are typically young actors, often from the Disney Channel or Broadway worlds, who appear alongside one or both of their parents. The show books entire families to discuss their collective journey in the entertainment industry.
- Joshua Colley & parents Robbie and Bradon Joshua Colley & his parents Brad and Robbie | #23 | MOMager
- Kate Thompsonon Education in Hollywood - with Malachi's teacher - Kate Thompson | #21 | MOMager
- Preston Hocker, Rick Hocker, Dan Bartonon Father's Day - A DADager Takeover | #22 | MOMager
Where to find this show
Audience & reach
The podcast has a Patreon for fan support and appears self-produced. Estimated sponsor targets would include brands focused on families, teens, and entertainment, such as streaming services, family-oriented travel, and products relevant to young performers.
Subscriber and view counts are pulled live from YouTube and re-verified on a 30-day cycle. Listener estimates for the RSS feed aren't published here unless they're host-verified.
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People also ask
- Who are the hosts of the MOMager podcast?
- The podcast is hosted by the Barton family: actor Malachi Barton ('Zombies 4', 'Stuck in the Middle'), his mother, singer-songwriter Felicia Barton, and his father, guitarist Loren Barton.
- What is the format of the show?
- It is a conversational interview show where the three hosts talk with other families in the entertainment industry, particularly other young actors and their parents, about their experiences.
- Is the MOMager podcast still active?
- The first season of 24 episodes ran from January to July 2025. While the finale mentioned plans for a second season, no new episodes have been released since July 2025.
- Where can I listen to the podcast?
- Full episodes are available on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and other major podcast platforms.
- What kind of guests do they have?
- They primarily interview other young actors from Disney, Broadway, and film/TV, along with their parents who manage their careers.
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- [01]MOMager Official Websitemomagerpodcast.com
- [02]Felicia Barton - Wikipediaen.wikipedia.org
- [03]Malachi Barton - Wikipediaen.wikipedia.org
- [04]Felicia Barton Interview - Voyage LAvoyagela.com
- [05]Loren Barton - Famous Birthdaysfamousbirthdays.com
- [06]MOMager - Apple Podcastspodcasts.apple.com
- [07]MOMager - Listen Noteslistennotes.com
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