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MOM2MOM with Maria Sansone

91 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 days ago - ★★★★★ - 14 ratings

Some days we crush it, some days we don’t, but we’re all ‘momming’ the best way we know how. We’re the girlfriend you come to when you have a question you can’t ask anyone else, and the best friend to laugh with over the purely hilarious moments of the mom… and dad… world. Join MOM2MOM Host Maria Sansone as she sits down with women and men, experts, authors, entrepreneurs, athletes and everyday moms about all the things women are talking about.

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Finding Your Happy with Sheena Melwani

March 25, 2024 09:00 - 25 minutes - 23.2 MB

Sheena Melwani has found her happy by connecting with millions (yes, millions!) of people online through music, comedy, and simple life chaos! The musical artist, podcaster, mom, and entrepreneur is sharing her story to success uninterrupted today! Today she talks with Maria about: her unexpected journey to comedy content creation during the pandemic rediscovered passion for music & songwriting inspiration Finding fulfillment as a mom through other pursuits Podcast "Sheena I...

Aging Gracefully & Gratefully with Chip Conley

March 04, 2024 10:00 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MB

In a world obsessed with anti-aging, today we are leaning into aging and embracing all the good that comes with it. Aging expert, successful hospitality entrepreneur, and best selling author Chip Conley is on a mission to reframe our relationship with age. Chip is the founder of the "Modern Elder Academy," the world's first midlife wisdom school, to offer the tools to reimagine and repurpose their lives. Today he talks with Maria about: What people at the "Modern Elder Academy" le...

Ditch the Overwhelm & Enjoy Momming

January 22, 2024 10:00 - 26 minutes - 23.8 MB

You don't have to always feel like a pot about to boil over in motherhood! Certified mom coach Stephanie Rosenfield was tired of feeling that way and made some changes in her life to find joy and calm in parenting. Now, she's dishing out some of the tools proven to help you keep your cool! She chats with Maria about: Path from speech therapist to certified mom coach 4 step process to decrease yelling [freeze, feel, diffuse, decide] Self-compassion - how to be kinder to yourself...

Bye Bye Bloat, Hello Health!

January 15, 2024 10:00 - 25 minutes - 23.1 MB

It's the time of year many women are looking to start building healthier habits, especially when it comes to how they're fueling their bodies. Registered nurse and certified health and wellness coach Kristen Reed tells us to ditch the fad diets and bring it back to basics! Today, she sits down with Maria to talk: Starting small -- how to make little changes that will bring big results Hormone health & why it's so important for women of all ages to pay attention to How to fight...

LOOKBACK: "Mom Rage" with Minna Dubin

December 04, 2023 10:00 - 25 minutes - 23.4 MB

The feelings of overwhelm, stress, burnout, and failure add up to bring us to a breaking point. There's a name for this: MOM RAGE. Writer Minna Dubin wrote an article on the universal feeling and has since released a book "Mom Rage: The Everyday Crisis of Modern Motherhood." Today, we look back on this Edward R. Murrow award-winning episode as the feelings are still relevant today! Follow along on with Minna Dubin: @minnadubin _______ Check out all of the MOM2MOM episodes: nbc...

Getting Curious About Sobriety with Annie Grace

November 13, 2023 10:00 - 25 minutes - 23.4 MB

Have you ever thought about your relationship with alcohol? We're talking like, really looked at when and why you drink? Annie Grace, best-selling author and founder of "This Naked Mind," shares her journey to an alcohol-free life and the mindset change that helped her (and millions of others!) get there. She sits down with Maria to talk: How & why Annie Grace stopped drinking alcohol Significance of societal buzzwords "Mommy Wine Culture" and "Parents' Drug" Why understanding th...

The Secrets to Happiness with Arthur C. Brooks

November 06, 2023 10:00 - 25 minutes - 23.3 MB

Are you happy? Happiness is not a destination; but there are choices we can make to become happier in our lives. Arthur C. Brooks - Harvard professor, PhD social scientist, best-selling author, and lecturer -- recently collaborated with Oprah to write "Build the Life You Want." The book combines cutting-edge science, experience, wisdom, and practical takeaways for readers to create a happier and better life, today! Arthur joins Maria to discuss: The incredible partnership with Opra...

"Modern Mom Probs" with Tara Clark

October 23, 2023 09:00 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MB

Sometimes parenting is funny, other times its's serious. Sometimes it's fun, other times it's hard. When you're looking for a community that celebrates the whole experience, Modern Mom Probs is where you'll find it. Founder Tara Clark shares how the community was born and has evolved over the last decade. She shares the TOP THREE issues moms face today (spoiler: they're all tech related!) Plus, Tara shares how her mission to connect with women on social media has spread to other pro...

Navigating Messy Emotions with Kris Carr

September 25, 2023 09:00 - 25 minutes - 23.4 MB

Kris Carr is no stranger to life-changing events -- a cancer diagnosis in her 20s, loss of family members, and everything in between. Instead of leaning into sadness and pity, Kris opted to become the CEO of her health and live life to the fullest. In the process she has coached many people to a happier and healthier life. Oprah (yes, THAT Oprah) calls her a gamechanger. Today she talks about how facing the most vulnerable moments of her life lead her to heal. And as always, she's s...

Break Through Obstacles & Find Purpose and Productivity with Marina Middleton

September 18, 2023 09:00 - 25 minutes - 23.2 MB

"She Did It Anyway" podcast host Marina Middleton is dishing the tips and tricks to find your voice to build your brand and life you want! The former corporate marketing gal turned brand coach and entrepreneur is helping people live their best lives by drawing the blueprint to break through obstacles, overcome imposter syndrome, and protect your peace. She and Maria have a candid conversation the pros and cons of social media and simple way to go to the next level. She also talks ...

Back To School Tips from Dr. Jen Hartstein

September 12, 2023 15:15 - 26 minutes - 23.9 MB

School is in session! That often means new routines, booked activity calendars, new friends, and so much more. Dr. Jen Hartstein, a family and clinical psychologist, shares great tips for navigating this time of year which she calls "different," not necessarily "new." Parents will learn strategies to connect with their kids, what yellow and red flags to look for when it comes to struggles with mental health, how to set family technology boundaries, navigate friendships (what's real ...

The Phone Book: Tech & Kids

August 21, 2023 09:00 - 26 minutes - 23.9 MB

"When can I get a phone?" It's a question that is coming from younger and younger kids each year. Is there a right time to get your kid a phone? And when you do, how do you make sure they're being safe and responsible? Jessica Speer, an acclaimed author for teens and kids, chats with Maria to answer some of those questions and plenty more! Jessica shares her tips for setting boundaries, educating kids, and modeling healthy tech habits. Follow along on with Jessica Speer on Instagr...

A Conversation in Gender

August 14, 2023 09:00 - 25 minutes - 22.9 MB

It's a conversation that doesn't happen nearly as often as it should; the conversation of gender. Photographer Jesse Freidin has traveled the country to photograph trans and non-binary youth with their friends and family to tell their stories or strength, power, and resilience. The project is called "Are You Ok?" In an effort to share these beautiful stories of joy and strength, he has teamed up with gender specialist Rebecca Minor. The two facilitate conversations around gender --...

"Like a Mother" Author Bethany Braun-Silva Breaks Down Realities of Motherhood (& offers inspiration!)

July 24, 2023 09:00 - 25 minutes - 23.5 MB

Bethany Braun-Silva already wears many hats -- writer, editor, podcast host, wife, mom -- and now she's adding author to the list with new book "Like a Mother: Banish Guilt, Blaze Your Trail, and Break the Rules to Create a Life You Love." She joins Maria to talk about the inspiration behind this book and the realities of motherhood. Fun fact: Bethany was one of the OG guests of the show during the pandemic! Follow along on with Bethany Braun-Silva on Instagram: @bethanybraunsi...

Find Belonging with Donna Tetreault

July 17, 2023 13:44 - 25 minutes - 23.5 MB

You don't need to "fit in," but you do need to belong! In this MOM2MOM episode, parenting journalist Donna Tetreault talks about her latest children's book "Dear Me: I Belong." Donna explores what it means for kids to feel connection and belonging at home, at school, in their community, and most importantly, with themselves. This all connects to Donna's first children's book "Dear Me: Letters to Myself, For All of My Emotions." She shares tips to educate kids on naming their emotio...

Too Tired To Overparent? You're Not Alone

June 26, 2023 04:00 - 24 minutes - 22.2 MB

Parents are tired these days; too tired to over-parent! In a recent column for the Boston Globe journalist Kara Baskin talks about why parents in their 30s and 40s no longer "want it all" for their kids. It's not that they don't want what's best, it's that they're willing to give up the packed schedules, name-brand educations, and helicopter parenting tendencies to craft what society has named "perfect." She shares how to prioritize activities and values and the spells out the benef...

Hey Hun, Let's Talk MLMs (Mutlilevel Marketing)

June 19, 2023 09:00 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MB

Hey Hun, let's talk MLMs (multilevel marketing companies)! Emily Lynn Paulson is on tour for her newest book "Hey Hun: Sisterhood, Supremacy, and the Other Lies Behind Multilevel Marketing." The author and founder of the Sober Mom Squad holds nothing back as she shares her personal experience working for an MLM for nearly 7 years. She breaks down what drew her to the company and the seat of privilege she sat in to launch to the top. Emily also shares when she started to get the "ick...

Girl Time! Khadeen Ellis on "We Over Me" & Relationship Advice

April 24, 2023 09:00 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MB

She's a woman of many talents, a mom of four beautiful boys, and newly named New York Times best-selling author! Khadeen Ellis wrote her first book, "We Over Me: The Counterintuitive Approach to Getting Everything You Want from Your Relationship," with her husband Devale Ellis. The couple has been together for more than 20 years, are raising four boys, and sharing family content with the world on their social sitcom, podcast, and beyond. The book was a way to share how they've kept ...

Finding Positivity, Perseverance & Purpose with Dr. Oneeka Williams

April 05, 2023 14:02 - 24 minutes - 22.2 MB

Dr. Oneeka Williams is a urologic surgeon by trade but her days include a lot more than that. Dr. Oneeka is on a mission to educate, elevate, and empower people to live with positivity, achieve whole health, and chase their dreams. She is no stranger to facing adversity head on and thriving. Today she shares her story, 5 tips to find positivity, and simple strategy to include S.E.L.F. C.A.R.E. in her life daily. You'll also learn about Dr. Dee Dee Dynamo who you'll want to keep in mind the ...

Talking "Issues" with Jill Smokler

March 27, 2023 09:00 - 23 minutes - 21.9 MB

First she was "Scary Mommy" and now "She's Got Issues." Jill Smokler is one of the O.G. mom bloggers when she launched "Scary Mommy" in 2008. Now in her 40s, divorced, parenting 3 teens, and weathering life's highs and lows, Jill has launched a new platform, "She's Got Issues," to connect with Gen Z women like her. She shies away from nothing. On the podcast (and forthcoming magazine) she openly discusses her diagnosis with bipolar disorder, divorcing her gay spouse, grief, body im...

Embrace Creativity with Morgan Harper Nichols

March 06, 2023 10:00 - 24 minutes - 22.3 MB

She is the multi-hyphenate; Morgan Harper Nichols is an artist, poet, author, podcast host, app creator, wife, mom, content creator, and more! With a passion for creating and telling stories and lessons through art, Morgan has found a way to connect with millions of people around the world. Her social media platforms boast beautiful colors and thoughtful messages based on stories of followers. Just recently she released the third book of her trilogy, "You're Only Just Beginning," t...

Getting REAL About Self-Care (Bubble Baths + Crystals Not Included!)

February 27, 2023 10:00 - 22 minutes - 21 MB

Ditch the bubble baths and crystals, we're getting real about self-care. OK, maybe don't need to ditch them completely, but understand them to be tools rather than principles, which are at the heart of self-care. Pooja Lakshmin, a board-certified psychologist, wrote "Real Self-Care" after years of working in perinatal psychiatry realizing that the practices society often labels as self-care are not getting the root of the issues they are trying to solve. Dr. Lakshmin challenges rea...

The Superpowers That Come From Good Anxiety

February 06, 2023 10:00 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MB

Anxiety seems like a buzzword these days and we're often trying to find ways to avoid it. But what if you didn't have to? Dr. Wendy Suzuki, a neuroscientist at New York University, shares how everyday anxiety can actually be good for us. Productivity is just one of the superpowers she talks about (there are five others in her book!) She also discusses the science behind the relationship between science and the brain (spoiler: they are very connected!) Listen to the conversation and ...

Cults: A Whistleblower's Survivor Story & Red Flag Warnings

January 30, 2023 10:00 - 26 minutes - 23.8 MB

If you've ever said "I could never be conned into a cult!" Listen up! You may be more vulnerable than you think. After 12 years in a cult Canadian actor Sarah Edmondson fought her way out. Once she was out, along with others, knew exposing the group was the right thing to do. It wasn't easy but they did it. Today she shares her story: how she got started, why she stayed, and what made her "wake up" to the realities. She does this in her book "Scarred: The True Story of How I Escaped...

How to Make (& Keep) Friends as Adult with Dr. Marisa Franco

January 09, 2023 10:00 - 22 minutes - 20.2 MB

We've said it before and we'll say it again: your mom squad is SO important when it comes to raising your kids. It's more than just the helpful carpool pick up or meal, it's the relationship with the person (or people!) Having close friendships in adulthood are crucial for both our physical and mental health according to Dr. Marisa Franco's research. The new author of Platonic has studied the science behind friendships (and lack thereof!), making friends, and fostering them in healt...

No Fights, No Stress & No Problems: Advice from Mom Coach Hannah Keeley

December 19, 2022 10:00 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MB

She's a life coach, author and mom of SEVEN...Hannah Keeley is a mom you want to know! With a background in behavioral therapy combined with her experience parenting she is on a mission to help empower moms and rescue them from overwhelm. She has cracked the code on staying sane during the holidays by ditching unrealistic expectations, maximizing pockets of time, keeping our minds healthy, and more! Oh, and she has NEVER fought with her husband in their 30+ year marriage; she's sha...

Secrets to Live Longer & Happier: Tips from Blue Zone Founder Dan Buettner

December 12, 2022 10:00 - 23 minutes - 21.5 MB

A longer, healthier, and happier life? Sign us up! Dan Buettner, a National Geographic fellow and New York Times best-selling author, has learned the secrets to longevity by studying the areas of the world where people live the longest, or what he calls 'blue zones. Over time has has learned what they eat, what they do, who they spend their time with. When the pandemic hit the US in 2020 he brought that curious eye to the States. He began working on his newly released "The Blue Zo...

Intentional Parenting with Destini Davis

December 05, 2022 10:00 - 21 minutes - 19.7 MB

Destini Davis is a VIP...a very intentional parent! The certified parenting coach has a background in psychology and traded her stylist sheers to coach parents to become the best parental version of themselves. On social media and in her new book, "Very Intentional Parenting," Davis explains that the peaceful/gentle/conscious parenting approach is a way of raising kids using respect, boundaries and limitations rooted in compassion, and nonviolent communication. She offers real-life ...

Catch Up with Holly Robinson Peete

November 28, 2022 10:00 - 23 minutes - 21.7 MB

There's very little Holly Robinson Peete doesn't do -- she's an actor, autism and parkinson's advocate, children's book author, founder, mom, wife, and so much more! The superstar chats with Maria about her newest book "Charlie Makes a Splash!", her Hollywood star, raising her family and more. She also reveals the secret to her 27-year marriage! ------ Check out all of the MOM2MOM episodes: nbcboston.com/mom-2-mom Follow along on social: @thehubtoday & @mariasansone Follow alon...

Flipping The Script on Microaggressions

November 21, 2022 10:00 - 23 minutes - 21.4 MB

Tik Tok star Clare Brown, also known as Clarabelle, is teaching “European Americans” what it’s like to feel othered in society - straight up with no chaser - but there is a dash of humor. Brown tackles implicit bias, sexism, religion, and more in her social videos to show people what those in marginalized groups experience daily. Her cast of characters encourages uncomfortable chuckles and honest conversations. ------ Check out all of the MOM2MOM episodes: nbcboston.com/mom-2-mom...

Tips to Cultivate Contentment, Not Happiness, with Niro Feliciano

November 14, 2022 10:00 - 27 minutes - 24.7 MB

In her new book psychotherapist Niro Feliciano wont' give you the tips for happiness, but she will give you the keys to find true contentment. So, what's the difference? Feliciano shares that contentment is wanting everything you have while happiness is having everything you want. Sounds pretty simple, right?! Feliciano shares how you can make small changes to find that sustained fulfillment including ways to ditch a comparison mindset, identify what's important to you, and have som...

Tips to "Work, Parent, Thrive" with Dr. Yael Schonbrun

November 07, 2022 10:00 - 23 minutes - 21.9 MB

Overwhelm is an overwhelming theme of parenthood; too much to do, too little time. Dr. Yael Schonbrun knows this through her practice as a clinical psychologist and has experienced it as a mom of three. So, she wrote a book about it! "Work, Parent, Thrive" suggests that the identity conflict of a working parent can actually be shifted (with some mindset work!) to leverage each role to support the other. Schonburn uses 12 science-backed strategies to ditch guilt, manage overwhelm, an...

Mom Talk with Krystian Gabrielle

November 01, 2022 18:24 - 22 minutes - 20.9 MB

Raising kids takes a village. When Krystian Gabrielle became a mom for the first time she wanted to find her community - one that she could connect and laugh with. She found it on social media when she switched her Instagram account from private to public. Since that moment she has connected with thousands of women virtually, and even hosting an in-person meet up. She joins Maria to talk all about the humor behind raising two small kids with her wife in Florida, finding a the right ...

Lessons in Love & Life from Rabbi Steve Leder

October 24, 2022 11:00 - 25 minutes - 22.9 MB

Don't Wait. Rabbi Steve Leder sums up his newest book "For You When I'm Gone" with those two words. The book dives into the idea of an ethical will and how we can leave our loved ones with the truths of our lives rather than just the facts. Rabbi Leder chats with Maria about how he developed the questions and how to begin to answer them (it can be tough to pull back the curtain on our own lives!) He reminds us that it is never too early or too late to tell those we love how we feel....

The Birth of The Returnity Project with Lauren Brandt

October 10, 2022 09:00 - 18 minutes - 17.1 MB

Motherhood is full of peaks and valleys but no one really explains that to your boss; that’s where The Returnity Project comes in. Drawing on her own “returnity pains” after the birth of her first child, Lauren Brandt is on a mission to make work-life balance more than a corporate catch phrase. She reveals how she’s working with some of the biggest companies in the world to make work a better place…for everyone.   Check out all of the MOM2MOM episodes: nbcboston.com/mom-2-mom Fol...

Finding Fitness & Purpose with Peloton Instructor Kirsten Ferguson

October 03, 2022 09:00 - 26 minutes - 23.8 MB

She's President of the "Ratchet Mom Club," a dynamite Peloton tread instructor, and proud mama of two. Yes, the inspiring Kirsten Ferguson is joining Maria today. Despite her enormous success after just one year at Peloton, she reveals that she wasn't always a big fitness girl. Kirsten shares how fitness found her at the right time and the moment she recognized it was her calling. She also gets vulnerable with her road to motherhood -- the highs, the lows, and everything in between....

Girl Talk with Jana Kramer

September 19, 2022 10:30 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MB

We are excited to welcome Jana Kramer back to the show! Jana is a country music star, actor, podcast host, author, and mom of 2. She dishes on her new single "The Nicest Thing," where she draws her inspiration from, life as a single mama, and more. Jana really opens up about healing after her divorce and what it's been like to dip her toes in the dating game. And stick around until the end, Jana holds nothing back in a game of rapid fire! Check out all of the MOM2MOM episodes: n...

Tools To Create a Sustainable Routine from a Life Coach

September 12, 2022 11:00 - 25 minutes - 23.5 MB

How many times have you wanted to fit in some "me time" - a workout, time to journal, a walk, sitting in silence - but couldn't find the time? You're not alone! Raina O'Dell, a life coach and mom of teens, knows this struggle and has the tools to not only find the time, but also structure it to help you climb closer to being the highest version of yourself. Raina jokes she has lived "10 lives" in her 35 years. She shares the highs and lows of her life, the pivotal moments, and the f...

No Stress Back-to-School Strategies!

August 29, 2022 10:00 - 25 minutes - 23.1 MB

Don’t let stress ruin back-to-school! All change is stressful, the good and the bad; it’s all in how you handle it. Dr. Deborah Gilboa, resilience expert and author, shares her no-nonsense strategies to managing stress and working through it to be the best version of yourself. The most important thing to remember when building resilience, according to Dr. G, is empathy. It’s important to allow yourself the room to feel the stress of the change, validate those feelings, and then act....

'Broadway Husbands' Dish on New Dad Life

August 15, 2022 11:00 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MB

You know them as the "Broadway Husbands," and now they are dads! The couple, Stephen Hanna and Bret Shuford, started to share their lives openly on social media to be a positive example for LGBTQ+ couples. They are open about their journey, including their path to parenthood. They talk about the importance of representation, the struggle and success of surrogacy, raising baby Maverick, and more! Check out all of the MOM2MOM episodes: nbcboston.com/mom-2-mom Follow along on social:...

Connect with Your Friends IRL

August 12, 2022 18:32 - 24 minutes - 22.2 MB

Social media was created to help us connect. In some ways it does that; it allows us to keep up with people around the world, explore different cultures, and learn new things. Social media can also make us feel disconnected and that’s where Isa Watson has focused her work. The chemist turned corporate VP of Strategy turned entrepreneur understands the value of IRL (in real life) friendships. Watson launched Squad to help people connect with their friends on a deeper level. Watson sh...

Tips for a Better Night's Sleep with Dr. Wendy Troxel

July 25, 2022 15:00 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MB

When was the last time you slept through the night uninterrupted and woke up feeling refreshed? Well we're about the help you get a night like that soon! Dr. Wendy Troxel, a sleep expert and author of "Sharing the Covers," discusses why sleep is so important for people and the health of their relationships. Dr. Wendy also shares the most popular sleep concerns (like snoring!) and why filing for a "sleep divorce" could help your partnership. Finally, she spills three things you can s...

Build Your Family's C.A.S.T.L.E.

July 18, 2022 09:00 - 26 minutes - 24.1 MB

Today we're adding more parenting tools to our tool box! Parenting journalist Donna Tetreault shares the seven evidence-based foundational principles to build your perfect family (while there is no perfect family, your own version of it does exist!); she calls it the C.A.S.T.L.E. Method. On the show, and in her book, she breaks down how grounding values in compassion, acceptance, security, trust, love, and expectations and education can set your family up for healthy growth. Donna ...

"Fierce Love" with Sonya Curry

July 11, 2022 18:16 - 24 minutes - 22 MB

What is it like to raise an NBA superstar?! Scratch that...make it 2 NBA superstars and a thriving content creator?! Well, Sonya Curry (mom of Steph, Seth and Sydel Curry) is sharing her parenting journey in her new memoir "Fierce Love." She shares what it was like raising kids while navigating life as an NBA wife, her parenting non-negotiables to make the "Curry machine" operate, and reveals some raw, never-talked-about moments for the family. It will make you laugh, cry, and appre...

How to "Get What You Want" with Julie Solomon

June 27, 2022 09:00 - 31 minutes - 29 MB

Is there a secret to get what you really want? If there is, business coach Julie Solomon is sharing it! The new author of "Get What You Want: How to Go From Unseen to Unstoppable" joins Maria to talk about how she learned to shake limiting beliefs and embrace a life of freedom outside of her comfort zone to make everything she wants possible. She shares when you need to set boundaries, when you need to break barriers and when you need to stop and re-assess. You'll walk away feeling ...

No Million Dollar Idea? Alternate Paths for Mompreneurs

June 06, 2022 12:13 - 18 minutes - 17.4 MB

Side hustles can be a great way to create a legacy and recession-proof yourself, but what if you're not a creative type or have a million dollar idea? Not to worry. Think franchising; it can create wealth and help other women achieve their career goals. Summer Butler wanted to try something new and even though it was scary. She took the leap and is so glad she did. Summer is now juggling a corporate job, four kids and multiple franchise locations. She shares how she does it all and ...

Beauty, Confidence & Baby #2 with Katrina Scott

May 23, 2022 09:00 - 23 minutes - 21.5 MB

She just made history as Sports Illustrated's first visibly pregnant model and now Katrina Scott is preparing to welcome her second daughter. The fitness founder and creator of Live Beautifully opens up about modeling pregnant, her difficult road to baby number two and the community that has supported her along the way. Katrina explains how sharing her story helped her feel supported, loved, and rooted in purpose. The conversation is raw and real. Check out all of the MOM2MOM episo...

"Laziness Does Not Exist" with Dr. Devon Price

May 16, 2022 11:57 - 24 minutes - 22.1 MB

Are you ever looking for someone to give you permission to just take a beat and relax?! Well, Dr. Devon Price is here to give it to you. The social psychologist and author pairs his own life experiences with science to explains how damaging our society's obsession with busy-ness and output can really be. He shares some ideas from his book "Laziness Does Not Exist" that encourage adults and kids to disconnect and embrace unstructured time. And if that wasn't enough, he wrote "Unmaski...

Queen "Crime Junkie" Ashley Flowers on Motherhood & True Crime

May 09, 2022 12:44 - 24 minutes - 22.6 MB

There's something about true crime that draws you in; it's intense and addictive. Some may say you quickly become a "junkie"...a "crime junkie." The popular audiochuck true crime podcast has exploded since its inception. Host Ashley Flowers explains why people love these stories, the serious responsibility in telling these stories ethically, and how she hopes to give back to the victims' families and teams fighting for justice. She also dishes on how her first few months of motherho...

Business Rooted in Community & Culture with Tracy Skelly

May 02, 2022 09:30 - 24 minutes - 22.2 MB

They say necessity if the mother of invention, and there is no truer statement for the Little Cocoa Bean Co. The Boston-based baby food company was founded by Tracy Skelly just a few years ago. She wanted to challenge the stereotyped idea of a baby's first foods and began to develop her own recipes. The journey has not always been easy, with thoughts of doubt and hurdles, but she is has powered through. She shares her mission with the company, opens up about her experience as a Blac...

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