Manic MOMdays with Stefanie Fair
30 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 4 years ago - ★★★★★ - 45 ratingsWelcome to Manic MOMdays with Stefanie Fair! You may recognize Stefanie from her long list of acting and hosting credits, the 90's girl group, Wild Orchid or even from Bravo's "There Goes The Motherhood." Stefanie is a mother of 4 and a self proclaimed "Manic Mom"! Listen each week as she laughs, cries and navigates motherhood. Stefanie interviews some of her favorite people and discusses the hardships of parenting and trying to balance it all. Is it even possible? Listen as she adds several moms to her MOM-tourage. Because, as you know it takes a village. Life doesn't come with a manual, it comes with a mom.
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You Are The Key with 'The Giving Keys' founder, Caitlin Crosby
April 20, 2020 17:00 - 43 minutes - 30 MBStef welcomes actress, singer, songwriter and entrepreneur, Caitlin Crosby to the pod! Caitlin is the founder and CEO of The Giving Keys, a giveback jewelry company with a pay-it-forward model. The company has inspired over one million customers to pass on their key and encouraging someone who needs it more. She was named one of Oprah's SuperSoul 100 visionaries elevating humanity. Caitlin shares details on her forthcoming book, 'You Are The Key: Turning Imperfections Into Purpose' and di...
Quarantine routine - is there such a thing? With Oriana Wiklund
April 13, 2020 16:00 - 47 minutes - 32.5 MBIn this episode Stef chats with her BFF, Oriana Wiklund about the crazy times we are living through. How do you keep kids occupied during this time? Is there a silver lining to all of this? How will our world be forever changed post COVID-19? Like what you hear? Please rate and review the podcast! ManicMOMdays Podcast: Stefanie Fair: http://stefaniefair.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/stefanie.fair/ https://www.instagram.com/manicmomdayspodcast/ https://www.facebook.com/stefaniefai...
To Travel or Not To Travel? That is the question - with Ron Fair
March 09, 2020 21:00 - 37 minutes - 25.5 MBAfter a traumatic and chaotic week that included birthdays, school closures, coronavirus precautions and a tornado, Stef and her husband chat about it all. How do you share information with children and not cause panic? They had Spring Break travel scheduled for the family. Do they still take the trip? They share their point of view on the current state of the world. Ron looks at this "disruptive phase" as a recipe for a potential breakdown in society. While Stef chooses to keep a hope...
College Admissions, Self Help Cults? and even Taylor Swift! with Ron Harris
February 24, 2020 06:00 - 57 minutes - 39.4 MBIn this episode, Stef welcomes her good friend Ron Harris. Ron has always been a source of positivity for Stef. He comes from a big family that did not encourage high school graduation. He has broken the cycle and all 3 of his children are excelling academically. (USC, Law school, Deans list etc.) He shares his experience with the college admissions process and his tips for raising academically driven kids. They also touch on a shared experience they have of attending a self help sem...
Movies, Marriage and Moms (oh my!)
February 12, 2020 17:00 - 35 minutes - 24.2 MBThe mother of the manic mom is welcomed to the pod! Sheila Ridel joins Stef to talk Oscars, marriage and more. Oscar season is serious business for Sheila and her husband. She watches all of the movies, rates them and makes her own predictions. Sheila shares her point of view on this year's ceremony. They also talk marriage. With Valentines Day on the horizon, she shares her thoughts on how she has been able to stay happily married for 53 years. Sheila and Stef talk riding the roller ...
Make Your Feed Positive! Social Media and Anxiety with Kelly Houseman
February 03, 2020 14:00 - 31 minutes - 21.5 MBStef welcomes mental health counselor, Kelly Houseman to the pod! They discuss a variety of topics including the rise of anxiety and depression. Is there a correlation between this and social media? They discuss our addiction to it, the fear of missing out and not measuring up to perfection. Kelly explains that we need to take control of our feed. They chat about Valentines Day and how to approach it if you are single. They touch on the Housewives of OC shakeup, 90s boy bands and more!...
BONUS: Problems with Pilot Pete. A Recap of 'The Bachelor'
January 28, 2020 21:00 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MBStefanie welcomes her brother Mark for a recap of ABC's 'The Bachelor' thus far. They break it down and do not hold back! Mark is a passionate fan and shares his point of view on this bonus episode of Manic MOMdays. Make sure you subscribe rate and review! ManicMOMdays Podcast: Stefanie Fair: http://stefaniefair.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/stefanie.fair/ https://www.instagram.com/manicmomdayspodcast/ https://www.facebook.com/stefaniefairofficial https://www.facebook.com/manicmom...
Self Love Activist, Jacqueline Adan Shares her 300 Pound Weight Loss Journey!
January 20, 2020 14:00 - 50 minutes - 35 MBJacqueline Adan is a true inspiration! She lost over 300 pounds in 3 years without the aid of weight loss surgery. She did so by setting goals, changing her diet and exercising. She shares her story to help motivate others to know that anything is possible if you work hard, believe in yourself and never give up. In this episode, Jacqueline discusses the turning point that led her on this journey. She opens up about the lifelong battle she continues to face. She has had 5 skin removal s...
Jumping into 2020 with Carmit Bachar of The Pussycat Dolls!
January 06, 2020 15:00 - 43 minutes - 29.9 MBCarmit Bachar joins Stef on the podcast today! Carmit is best known as one of the original members of the multi-platinum, Grammy nominated, recording group The Pussycat Dolls. Carmit shares her story which includes working as a backup dancer for Beyonce, Jennifer Lopez, Ricky Martin, Janet Jackson, Gwen Stefani and more. This early work led to a choreography career and ultimately her own path as an artist in a hugely successful pop group. Carmit shares her story which also includes taking ...
Burn Fat & Feast with Sarah Thomas!
December 24, 2019 23:00 - 53 minutes - 36.8 MBHead into 2020 feeling your best! In this episode Stef welcomes Sarah Thomas. Sarah is a personal trainer, fitness instructor, nutrition coach, business mentor and mom of three. Fitness is truly her passion! Sarah shares how her program 'Burn Fast & Feast' was born out of her own journey with diet and nutrition. Not only does she share the intellectual side of fitness with her clients but she truly understands the emotional component. Her history includes being an obese child, an anorexi...
At This Table with Ron Fair
December 02, 2019 14:00 - 36 minutes - 25.5 MBIn this episode, Stef's husband (and music producer) Ron Fair is welcomed to the pod! They discuss the recent Thanksgiving holiday and new family traditions. Ron shares some insight on his latest project, Idina Menzel's 'A Season Of Love' Christmas album. They chat about the importance of cherishing each moment and making each day count. They reflect on their move to Nashville, TN and note how fast time seems to pass. Stef and Ron are celebrating 13 years of marriage this week! They sh...
Hot Topics with Kristin Ridel
November 18, 2019 14:00 - 1 hour - 45.5 MBStef welcomes her sister-in-law, Kristin Ridel to the podcast! They discuss a variety of hot topics. The importance of girls trips, alone time with your significant other, having something to look forward to and even the guilt that comes along with enjoying these things. Kristin shares her feelings on nursing, the benefit of pre-marital counseling and the crippling worry that becomes second nature as a parent! They chat about the power of no, asking for help, mommy embarrassment and usin...
A Dad's Perspective with Mark Ridel
November 04, 2019 14:00 - 50 minutes - 34.6 MBStef welcomes her big brother, Mark Ridel to the pod! Mark shares a dad's perspective on a wide range of topics. He bravely shares he and his wife's struggle to conceive their third child. His wife suffered 2 miscarriages along the way. He shares a dad's/husband's point of view on that heartbreaking experience. They discuss later in life parenting, raising daughters differently than sons, helicopter parenting and even touch on Bachelor Nation! ManicMOMdays Podcast: Stefanie Fair: htt...
Meet the Manic Mom! Q&A with Stef
October 28, 2019 13:00 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MBThis week, Stef tells all! She recaps her early acting experiences on some of your favorite TV classics. These include kissing 'Bud Bundy' on the set of 'Married With Children', waiting for Ricky Schroder and joining forces with 'Punky Brewster'! She discusses how she, Fergie and Renee Sandstrom became 'Wild Orchid' and more! ManicMOMdays Podcast: Stefanie Fair: http://stefaniefair.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/stefanie.fair/ https://www.instagram.com/manicmomdayspodcast/ https://...
Navigating the Nashville Music Scene with Jennifer Adan
October 21, 2019 13:00 - 56 minutes - 38.8 MBThis week, Stef welcomes songwriter Jennifer Adan to the pod! Jennifer has had a lifelong passion for writing. She shares her incredible story of turning that passion into a career. She discusses her early inspirations and the drive that ultimately led her to songwriting in Nashville, TN. One of her early collaborations provided the success of a two week number one hit song 'She Wouldn’t Be Gone' for Blake Shelton. Jennifer discusses her journey to and from that point. The hardships o...
Mind Dumping with Tammy Newman
October 14, 2019 13:00 - 31 minutes - 21.7 MBStef welcomes her good friend, Tammy Newman to the pod! Tammy is successfully balancing career & motherhood. She created 24 Seven, an award-winning staffing and recruiting firm and currently serves as the Executive Vice President. Stef and Tammy discuss the importance of making an effort to maintain friendships, how important honest conversations are and that sometimes "No" is the greatest gift you can give your child. They discuss late in life parenting, dealing with hormone imbalance ...
Skin Care 411 with Krista Joiner
October 07, 2019 13:00 - 38 minutes - 26.3 MBThis week, Krista Joiner brings her expansive knowledge of skin care to the pod! Krista started her career as an esthetician. Her love of the industry led her to create and develop products for several pharmaceutical skincare companies. Her years of experience as a developer (and a consumer) have given her great insight. Krista is the creative force behind Blur Beauty and a forthcoming CBD based line. Krista and Stef talk about current beauty trends, including the vampire (PRP) facial an...
Burn it Off with Celebrity Trainer Chrissy Lundgren
September 30, 2019 13:00 - 40 minutes - 27.9 MBOn this episode, Stef welcomes Chrissy Lundgren! Chrissy is a celebrity/personal trainer currently residing in Los Angeles. Chrissy has become a force to be reckoned with in LA fitness world. She was a guest trainer for the popular MoveInterActive with Derek and Julianna Hough. Chrissy was featured in US Weekly training one of her clients, Emmy Rossum. Her high-intensity interval training (HIIT) workout is cardio-based with a mix of weight training, TRX, body weight, and core work. Chriss...
Kaci Brown Shares her Battle with Breast Implant Illness
September 23, 2019 13:00 - 58 minutes - 40.1 MBIn this episode, Stef chats with singer/songwriter Kaci Brown. Kaci is 4 weeks along in her recovery from explant surgery. She discusses the multi-year battle she has faced with health. Like many women, Kaci made the decision to augment her breasts at a young age. She subsequently began to experience a variety of symptoms and illnesses that she believes are attributed to her implants. Her journey to wellness has not come easily or without judgement. She explains the path that has led h...
How to move on and be happy with Ashlyne Huff Blue
September 16, 2019 13:00 - 1 hour - 50.3 MBThis week's episode is full of inspiration! Ashlyne Huff Blue discusses her journey to self discovery and happiness. Ashlyne is an author, a yoga teacher, songwriter and a realtor. She is the daughter of music producer, Dan Huff. She bravely shares her story of enduring trauma as a teenager and how that particular incident shaped her path for a long time. Stef and Ashlyne chat about first meeting as songwriters and later reconnecting through yoga. They realize that their paths have be...
From REEL to REAL with Ranbir Puar
September 09, 2019 13:00 - 49 minutes - 33.7 MBIn this episode, Stefanie welcomes Ranbir Puar to the pod! Ranbir is a TEDx speaker, a life coach, a writer and a mom. She has a unique ability to get to the heart of the matter in a highly intuitive yet pragmatic way. Get your note pads out as this episode is full of gems! Stef and Ranbir discuss the importance of living to your fullest potential. We need to realize when we are making ourselves smaller to make other people feel comfortable. Ranbir brings her insight on raising stron...
Trusting your instinct with Katherine Spencer
September 02, 2019 13:00 - 1 hour - 44.1 MBKatherine and Stefanie do not hold back on this episode! Katherine has 3 children, including one child who has high functioning autism. She is married to former NFL player, Chris Spencer. She discusses the hardships of having 3 kids in 3 years, moving a total of 27 times throughout her husband's career, and finally finding her community in Nashville, TN. Stef and Kathrine discuss the importance of advocating for your own child. Katherine recalls her journey to her son's diagnosis. The ...
Hollywood is calling with Heather Brooker
August 26, 2019 13:00 - 41 minutes - 28.4 MBIn this episode, Stefanie chats with the brilliant Heather Brooker! Heather is an actress, Emmy Award-winning journalist, and host of the popular Motherhood in Hollywood podcast. Stef and Heather discuss her secret to a successful (almost 20 years!) marriage, they share their views on the polygamous lifestyle, Heather's journalism background and what led her to create her successful podcast. They dive into the subject of kids and social media, viral videos and more! Heather Brooker: http:...
Kimberly Wyatt of 'The Pussycat Dolls' on navigating life, love and motherhood!
August 19, 2019 13:00 - 33 minutes - 22.7 MBIn this episode, Stefanie chats with Kimberly Wyatt. Kimberly rose to fame with one of the best selling girl groups of all time, 'The Pussycat Dolls'. They discuss how her love of dance helped her overcome tremendous shyness. They chat about her struggles with body image and anxiety. Kimberly is now a mother of 2 (with a third on the way!) and she explains how she navigates the same issues with her own daughters. She is an accomplished author and an official ambassador for The Youth Sport...
Back to school with Laura Drexler
August 12, 2019 13:00 - 35 minutes - 24.4 MBIn this episode Stefanie sits down with her sister-in-law, Laura Drexler. Laura is an Educational therapist with an extensive background. She began her career working with a wide range of students with speech and language related learning disabilities. As an Educational Therapist, she focuses on empowering students, building self esteem and teaching them the tools of successful reading, writing and communication. Stef and Laura discuss the importance of setting intentions and expectatio...
RHOC beauty secrets with Justine!
August 05, 2019 13:00 - 1 hour - 45 MBIn this episode Stef chats with permanent makeup expert, Justine! They chat about her business popularity after working with RHOC's Tamra Judge. Find out everything you always wanted to know about microblading eyebrows, permanent eye liner and lip liner. They also discuss the newest trend, lip tinting! Justine: IG: https://www.instagram.com/pmby_justine/ http://permanentmakeupbyjustine.com ManicMOMdays Podcast: Stefanie Fair: http://stefaniefair.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/stefani...
Straight from the 818! with Tia Mahmud
July 29, 2019 13:00 - 46 minutes - 31.7 MBIn this episode, Stefanie sits down with her dear friend Tia Mahmud. Stef and Tia met when they both had babies in the NICU. They discuss the hardship of having a baby that needs critical attention. The bond that is formed after sharing that experience and the unspoken truth. They discuss the challenges of being a working mom vs a stay at home mom. They also play a round of "Would you rather...", Mom edition! ManicMOMdays Podcast: Stefanie Fair: http://stefaniefair.com IG: https://www....
Opposites attract with Ron Fair
July 22, 2019 13:00 - 28 minutes - 19.5 MBIn this episode Stefanie is joined by her husband Ron Fair. Ron is an accomplished music producer, arranger, recording engineer, musical director and A&R Executive. In the past 30 years, Fair's recordings have been nominated for Grammys 21 times. Ron and Stef discuss their differing opinions on social media and reality tv. They discuss their move to Tennessee and how it has affected their children. They break down the generational difference of kids today. Ron Fair: IG: https://www.in...
To start, you have to start!
July 15, 2019 13:00 - 48 minutes - 33.4 MBIn this episode Stefanie sits down with her friend, Brandon Jane! Brandon is a Nashville based singer songwriter and a mom of 3. She runs an amazing mommy blog that is linked below. Stef and Brandon talk about pausing your career for motherhood, how dreams change, being fearless to pivot and about the falsehood of keeping it all together. Brandon Jane: http://brandonjane.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/brandonjane/?hl=en ManicMOMdays Podcast: Stefanie Fair: http://stefaniefair.com...
Manic MOMdays with Stefanie Fair! - Official Trailer!
June 30, 2019 03:00 - 3 minutes - 2.41 MBWelcome to Manic MOMdays with Stefanie Fair! You may recognize Stefanie from her long list of acting and hosting credits, the 90's girl group, 'Wild Orchid' or even from Bravo's "There Goes The Motherhood." Stefanie is a mother of 4 and a self proclaimed "Manic Mom"! Listen each week as she laughs, cries and navigates motherhood. Stefanie interviews some of her favorite people and discusses a variety of compelling topics. Mom or not, you will relate! Life doesn't come with a manual, i...