That's Total Mom Sense
262 episodes - English - Latest episode: 19 days ago - ★★★★★ - 174 ratingsKanika Chadda Gupta, a seasoned CNN television journalist, podcaster, and mother of three (including twins), aims to give credit where it's often overlooked - the lasting impact of living your purpose and modeling that for the next generation. She hosts the popular podcast That's Total Mom Sense, where she interviews public figures on their life lessons, parenting journey, and legacy. Guests include Chelsea Clinton, Kelly Rowland, Bobbi Brown, America Ferrera, Daphne Oz, Sarah Harden, Rebecca Minkoff, Reshma Saujani, and Shannon Lee. She has worked in partnership with the March of Dimes, Mom 2.0, Mother Honestly, and the White House. Her show garnered over 1 million digital streams last year and Kanika has been featured in Forbes and on ABC, NBC, Fox, and Thrive Global.
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Daphne Oz: For the Love of Family & Food
January 27, 2022 09:30 - 37 minutesDaphne Oz, mom, NYTimes bestselling author, Emmy winning co-host of The Dish on Oz; Daphne’s new book “Eat Your Heart Out: All-Fun, No-Fuss Food to Celebrate Eating Clean” will be released in April 2022 During the holidays, what’s the first thing that comes to mind? For me, it’s family and food. Today’s guest is a bonafide expert in both. Daphne Oz is an Emmy Award-winning television host, New York Times-bestselling author, natural foods chef and entrepreneur who has made her mark in food&bev...
Mallika Chopra: Restoring Peace in a Chaotic World
January 20, 2022 09:30 - 40 minutesMallika Chopra: Restoring Peace in a Chaotic World We are continuing to navigate tenuous times and it’s so important for us to as parents to know how to effectively manage stress and our feelings and teach our children to do the same. My guest today was raised with a deep understanding of the power of the spirit and meditation - Mallika Chopra, daughter of the most world renowned pioneer of alternative medicine, Deepak Chopra. She has charted her on path through wellness as a mother and so mu...
What Matters Most with Maple: A Dad's Take on Infertility — with Michael Perry
January 13, 2022 09:30 - 27 minutesMany people still feel the stigma around having babies the unconventional way be it IVF, surrogacy, or adoption. Today, my co-host Michael Perry and I are going to create a safe space to discuss how couples who are family planning have many options. Michael also shares his own personal story of how he and his wife navigated IVF and are now cherishing their two beautiful sons. Michael Perry is the Founder and CEO of Maple, a company focused on building a better world for all parents. Prior to ...
Tony LeRoy: Embracing the Future You
January 06, 2022 09:30 - 35 minutesIn just the past few years, our world has been turned upside down and we, as human beings, have relied on our inner strength, resilience, and faith to face an ongoing global health, economic, political and social crisis with no end in sight. There have been over 266 million coronavirus cases worldwide and 5.26 million deaths to date. Sometimes I feel like all this is a bad dream. Other times, I’m existentialist questioning what even matters anymore, and others, I find a spark to keep going an...
Sarah Kathleen Peck: Parental Leave + Advocating for Working Moms
December 30, 2021 09:30 - 34 minutesSarah K Peck is the founder and CEO of Startup Parent and the host of The Startup Parent Podcast, an award-winning podcast featuring women in entrepreneurship, business, and parenting. She runs The Wise Women’s Council, an annual leadership program for women to come together honestly while navigating the challenges of working and parenting. Meet My Guest: WEBSITE: StartupParent.com INSTAGRAM: @startup_parent Press SARAHKPECK.COM: Press + Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megap...
Sonni Abatta: Pivoting from TV to Podcasts
December 23, 2021 09:30 - 36 minutesYou know what’s been a saving grace for me? Making friends while in isolation due to the pandemic. It’s safe to say I have 10x more friends and connections in my network that I haven’t met in person, but have established meaningful relationships with. People I can Zoom with or text and are ever ready to be there, and I am for them too. One such friend is living a parallel life which makes our connection and understanding of one another that much stronger. We’re both television personalities a...
Suzanne Tucker: Regulating Big Emotions
December 16, 2021 09:30 - 34 minutesWhat if you were able to connect with your kids in a deep, meaningful way? When you asked them to do something, they instantly got it and didn’t want to test you or defy you. And when they asked you to play or teach them in a fun way, you put them first and knew exactly what to do. Today’s expert is going to show us how. She’s Suzanne Tucker and is the Founder of Generation Mindful. Suzanne Tucker is a mom of four who has been a physical therapist and parent educator for over 27 years. While ...
Efstathia Tanji: Shine Your Light!
December 09, 2021 09:30 - 1 hourWhat’s one non-tech item in your home that instantly calms you down and has the power to transport you to another place? For me, it’s my Bodewell Living candle. The scents are an experience all their own, and lighting the candle and watching the wax melt into a pool is a meditative exercise in itself. Bodewell Living came from humble beginnings and has grown over 250 doors across the US and Canada including Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue, HeyMama-owned Paynes Grey (an interior design site),...
NINA MEEHAN: Parenting Through Play
November 25, 2021 09:30 - 25 minutesNina Meehan inspires the broader community as a skilled theatre producer, award-winning director, and dedicated arts educator, with expertise in youth development and creativity! Nina’s award-winning theatrical work for young people as CEO and Founder of Bay Area Children's Theatre has reached more than 1 million kids and adults and has toured nationally and internationally. Nina speaks and writes frequently about creative play, arts education, nonprofit management, and theatre for young audi...
LORI & KIRSTEN SCHMIDTKE: Redefining Everyday Jewelry
November 18, 2021 09:30 - 33 minutesAs you all know, my passion is storytelling and it’s been the common denominator in my work in media so it’s no wonder that I look for stories wherever I go. Did you ever think that a piece of jewelry could tell a story? I am so pleased to announce my partnership with a demi-fine jewelry brand, Klas Squared. We have a very special surprise for you at the end. But for now, I want to shine a light on the founders of the brand, a mother-daughter duo - Lori and Kirsten Schmidtke, and share their ...
Milestones with Nanit: Magic Behind Nanit
November 15, 2021 09:30 - 10 minutesMilestones with Nanit is a special podcast and video series on “That’s Total Mom Sense” sponsored by Nanit, a family tech company that specializes in smart baby monitors and sleepwear. The anchor of this episode is why Nanit is so focused on the "Magic in the Crib." The idea that there is so much magic that takes place in the crib is one that CEO Sarah Dorsett is very passionate about, and that has influenced much of the innovation Nanit is so well known for. Memories came out of the drive Sa...
Milestones with Nanit: Building Nanit's Community
November 14, 2021 09:30 - 12 minutesMilestones with Nanit is a special podcast and video series on “That’s Total Mom Sense” sponsored by Nanit, a family tech company that specializes in smart baby monitors and sleepwear. For the community episode, we focus on how Nanit is creating a modern version of the village. Our discussion begins with why Nanit created its community and how its extensive data has made Nanit uniquely equipped to foster a welcoming and educational environment where new parents can build their community. Epis...
Milestones with Nanit: Meet Nanit
November 13, 2021 09:30 - 23 minutesMilestones with Nanit is a special podcast and video series on “That’s Total Mom Sense” sponsored by Nanit, a family tech company that specializes in smart baby monitors and sleepwear. There’s no owner’s manual when you have a baby. Nanit studies babies to learn and gather data and has found that the crib is where they do all their work (sound, physical development, where they are growing independently, 0-3 years are so critical). CEO Sarah Dorsett shares an insider's take on what this family...
Milestones with Nanit: Meet Sarah Dorsett
November 12, 2021 09:30 - 34 minutesMilestones with Nanit is a special podcast and video series on “That’s Total Mom Sense” sponsored by Nanit, a family tech company that specializes in smart baby monitors and sleepwear. CEO, Sarah Dorsett and I talk about her journey as an executive in leadership, as a mother, and we hear from the Nanit team and community. Parenting is tough, especially in the early years when you’re getting the hang of things. We are here to support you through the growing pains and to celebrate your babies’ ...
ELISA DONOVAN: Overcoming Hardship & Weathering the Storm
November 11, 2021 09:30 - 36 minutesToday’s show isn’t just WHATEVER. It’s kind of a big deal and if you don’t feel like listening, AS IF. It’s going to be bewildering, leaving you bewitched. OK, I’ll stop with innendos, but I am fully fanning out because today, I have Elisa Donovan with me on “That’s Total Mom Sense.” For over 20 years, Elisa Donovan has been a major part of pop culture. She began her film career when she played the role Amber in the iconic comedy Clueless. She later starred in the TV series Beverly Hills, 902...
KAREENA KAPOOR KHAN: Movies, Motherhood & the Pregnancy Bible
November 04, 2021 08:30 - 38 minutesToday I am honored to bring you a very special interview to commemorate the holiday season and Diwali. It’s with a woman who embodies her feminity so effortlessly as an actor, author, producer, daughter, sister, wife, and mother of two - she’s Kareena Kapoor Khan. Kareena Kapoor Khan is Bollywood royalty hailing from the Kapoor family who’s ancestry has revolutionized the film industry for generations. She is the recipient of several awards including 6 Filmfare Awards and is one of Bollywood’...
ANISHA & CHITRA RAMAKRISHNA: How to Make Your Mom Your BFF
October 28, 2021 08:30 - 38 minutesToday I’m joined by a mom and daughter duo I’m sure many of you know - Anisha Ramakrishna and her mother Chitra. They’re both hilariously funny and were the lynchpin of the Bravo reality series, Family Karma. After climbing the ranks of the New York City fashion industry and reaching the peak of her career, Anisha Ramakrishna decided to pursue her dreams of starting her own size-inclusive clothing line. She left her life in the city, including breaking up with her longtime boyfriend, to move ...
LATHAM THOMAS: What You Need to Know About the Black Maternal Health Crisis (The Birthing Series)
October 24, 2021 08:30 - 42 minutesCelebrity Doula, Maternal Wellness Expert, Bestselling Author and Founder of Mama Glow, a global maternal health and education platform and Mama Glow Foundation, a non-profit serving birthing people along the childbearing continuum. Named one of Oprah Winfrey’s Super Soul 100, Latham is the founder of Mama Glow, a global maternal health and education company serving birthing people along the childbearing continuum. Mama Glow supports birthing families during the fertility period, pregnancy, b...
NNEKA SYMISTER: Healing From Child Loss (The Birthing Series)
October 23, 2021 08:30 - 32 minutesToday we are unearthing all the things related to pregnancy that aren’t so peachy from infertility to postpartum depression to misscarriage and stillbirth. These are the gut wrenching experiences many have to face and may not know where or how to seek help. Here are some stats. Women with infertility can feel as anxious or depressed as those diagnosed with cancer. Up to 20% of women experience prenatal or postpartum depression, and postpartum anxiety affects 20% of first-time moms. 10-15% ...
SARA LYON: Helping Your Partner Help You & What To Expect the Second Time Around (The Birthing Series)
October 22, 2021 08:30 - 43 minutesIf you hope to be pregnant some day, we understand your anticipation and anxiety. If you’re pregnant right now, we get that you’re nervous, excited, and just want to feel prepared. If you’ve lost your little one, we feel your pain which never goes away and want to help heal your broken heart, and if you were neglected, we want to take up for your cause. This is “The Birthing Series” on That’s Total Mom Sense where I’ll be speaking with experts on labor and delivery, loss, and advocacy. Today’...
BHAVNA SHYAMALAN: Trusting Your Sixth Sense and Helping Humanity
October 21, 2021 08:30 - 45 minutesWe all know and love M. Night Shyamalan as a world renowned director, producer and actor who was labeled “the next Spielberg” by Newsweek in 2002. His films have grossed over $3 billion globally with cult classics like The Sixth Sense which received nominations for the Academy Award for Best Director and Best Original Screenplay, Signs, The Last Airbender, and The Unbreakable Series. We may also be fans of Saleka, his daughter who is a singer songwriter and wrote an original song for his rece...
SHANNON LEE: Leading A Legacy
October 14, 2021 08:30 - 59 minutesMartial arts is a metaphor for life. Did you ever think about that? It requires a fine balance of the body, mind, and spirit - a keen understanding of people and their intentions, skill, flexibility, wisdom, focus, anticipation, practice, and after you are hit to the ground with this challenge or that level of adversity, you muster up the courage and willpower to stand up and fight again. That is what living is all about. Today, I am joined by a woman who lives by this philosophy more than an...
ERAM SIDDIQUI: Embracing Her Roots and Paying it Forward
October 13, 2021 19:06 - 34 minutesAs you all know, I am an organization aficionado. I am a minimalist and believe in buying things of good quality and store them in a way that’s functional and aesthetic. That’s why I am LOVING the brand Hudson+Bleecker. They provide storage solutions for your daily needs from cosmetic bags to suitcase storage to garment bags. I became fast friends with the founder Eram Siddiqui and am excited to have her on this IG PODCAST LIVE today. Eram Siddiqui brings over 10 years of entrepreneurial expe...
AVANI PATEL: Advocating for Black Women + WOC Through Media
October 07, 2021 08:30 - 50 minutesAvani Patel is the Chief Operating Officer at ESSENCE. In this role, she leads the Technology, Finance, and Human Resources functions. A veteran of the technology & business consulting industry, her career spans product launch, management/operations and consulting across Fortune 500 companies and start-ups. She intends on fulfilling ESSENCE’s mission of serving Black Women deeply by a continued focus on the company’s digital landscape and business growth. Patel previously led technology at Su...
IAN KERNER: How to Have Your Best Sex Life
September 30, 2021 08:30 - 40 minutesIsn’t it ironic and kind of sad that having kids can wreak havoc on a marriage and your sex life? Today, get ready to get your mojo back and rekindle the spark with your spouse thanks to renowned licensed psychotherapist and nationally recognized sex counselor Ian Kerner. Ian Kerner, who is a PhD and LMFT specializes in sex therapy, couples therapy and working with individuals on a range of relational issues that often lead to distress. Ian is regularly quoted as an expert in across all media...
NANDANA DEV SEN: Poetry, Power, and Parenting
September 23, 2021 08:30 - 55 minutesToday’s show delves deep into motherhood, how it’s intergenerational and we are birthed from the mothers before us. Their love, their thoughts, their dreams live on in us. I am thrilled to have Nandana Dev Sen on my show. Nandana Dev Sen is an award-winning actor, writer, and child-rights activist. Daughter of the world renowned economist and philosopher Amartya Sen and the famous Indian poet, author, and academic Nabaneeta Dev Sen, Nandana was destined to pursue a career in the arts. After g...
AT HOME WITH HOMER: The 80/20 Rule of Parenting — with Stephanie Dua
September 22, 2021 08:30 - 8 minutesKanika: In our final “At Home with HOMER'' episode, I want to focus on something we’ve strived to incorporate into every one of our conversations -- How can we simplify information for families with easy, quick, applicable, tips for parents that help instead of overwhelm. In the spirit of that, I would love to hear in a more general sense about what you think parents truly need to focus on and more importantly, what parents can confidently forget about! Stephanie: Yes, I love this question, b...
DR. ALPA PATEL: Clean Beauty That Heals Your Skin From the Inside Out
September 16, 2021 08:30 - 55 minutesDr. Alpa Patel is a pediatrician, who has retired from clinical practice, a biochemist, mother of 2, and now, CEO & CoFounder of Luvanya. After completing her Bachelors in Biochemistry, Alpa worked as a biochemist for a short time, learning to identify and separate chemicals in pharmaceutical waste for recycling, before going on to medical school and a pediatric residency. She and her husband, an Internal Medicine physician, settled in CT after marriage and started their family medical practi...
PRERNA GUPTA: Getting Hooked — When A.I. Meets Storytelling
September 09, 2021 08:30 - 58 minutesIn the digital age, we have the ability to create and consume content, namely stories be it fiction or nonfiction, around the clock at our fingertips and since this way of life is all that Gen Z has ever known, it’s important to understand what sticks. What do teens enjoy as a pastime? How do they communicate? What resonates most? One such app which is revolutionizing the art of storytelling is Hooked and the mastermind behind it is Prerna Gupta. Meet My Guest: WEBSITE: Hooked.co INSTAGRAM:...
AT HOME WITH HOMER: Back to School, Creating a Path to Confidence — with Stephanie Dua
September 08, 2021 08:30 - 9 minutesKanika: It's been a hard year; families have been through a lot of twists and turns. Through it all, our kids have shown us just how resilient they are. As we prepare for kids to go back to school this Fall, what should parents be thinking about? How can best prepare their kids? Stephanie: For me personally and the way we think about it at HOMER is, it's most important to spend time this summer building confidence and connection. As you mentioned, kids have shown just how resilient they are b...
JULIE COLE: The Best Back to School Labels for Kids
September 01, 2021 08:30 - 56 minutesBack to School season is upon us and whether you’re hybrid or in person, the best part about it in my opinion is the shopping and getting organized. Today, I have the founder of Mabel’s Labels Julie Cole on the show! Julie Cole is a recovered lawyer, mom of six and co-founder of Mabel’s Labels. She has helped her company bring their product to a worldwide market, gain media recognition and win countless awards. Cole is a passionate entrepreneur, published author, and sought after speaker. Jul...
AT HOME WITH HOMER: Getting Involved— with Stephanie Dua
August 30, 2021 08:30 - 15 minutesKanika: In case our listeners don’t know, your children are very involved in their community. How do you inspire your kids to get involved? Stephanie: I used to think that teaching my children generosity meant I had to put together these big, elaborate gestures to be meaningful. But the BEST form of generosity we can teach our children comes in the form of small, simple acts of kindness. The best part is these small acts can fulfill many purposes, making them a double win -- a win for you and...
DEBI YADEGARI: Breastfeeding in the Workplace — Your Rights
August 19, 2021 08:30 - 55 minutesThe Breastfeeding Series on That's Total Mom Sense August is Breastfeeding Awareness Month so I am bringing you The Breastfeeding Series on That’s Total Mom Sense. A 3-part series with leaders in the industry. Some people feel breast is best and others think fed is best and I’m here to be an objective insight and provide perspective for you because in the end, you have to trust your mom sense. So whether you breastfeed, formula feed, pump, or use donor milk, it’s entirely up to you. However, ...
PATTY GATTER & LORA STEFFIE: Making the Most of Your Breastfeeding Journey
August 18, 2021 08:30 - 1 hourThe Breastfeeding Series on That's Total Mom Sense August is Breastfeeding Awareness Month so I am bringing you The Breastfeeding Series on That’s Total Mom Sense. A 3-part series with leaders in the industry. Some people feel breast is best and others think fed is best and I’m here to be an objective insight and provide perspective for you because in the end, you have to trust your mom sense. So whether you breastfeed, formula feed, pump, or use donor milk, it’s entirely up to you. However, ...
REGAN WALSH: Letting Your Heart Be Your Boss
August 05, 2021 08:30 - 54 minutesToday's guest is Regan Walsh, and she's an executive coach and life coach who finds joy and fulfillment in helping people live a life that sizzles. As a woman with a glass-three-quarters-full mentality and a deep desire to nurture, she proudly guides clients through times of transition to uncover their truest selves and find profound satisfaction in their every day. Her own journey was fraught with self-inflicted stress, unsatisfying busyness, and plenty of needless striving. Thankfully, it’s...
AT HOME WITH HOMER: Happiness — with Stephanie Dua
July 31, 2021 08:30 - 10 minutesKanika: I heard you mention in a recent interview that it wasn’t your job to “make your kids happy” and it stopped me in my tracks. I mean, making sure someone else is happy is a tall order (and might I mention impossible), but so many parents assume that role. I know I did. If happiness isn’t the goal, what is? Stephanie: Yes, I can totally relate. It’s so natural to assume that responsibility. But once you acknowledge that it’s an impossible task and start focusing on the things you do have...
REBECCA MINKOFF: Being Fearless
July 29, 2021 08:30 - 42 minutesRebecca Minkoff is a global fashion brand that was founded by brother and sister duo Rebecca Minkoff & Uri Minkoff in 2005 in New York City. The brand has four domestic retail stores, nine international locations, and is distributed in over 900 stores worldwide. Meet My Guest: WEBSITE: RebeccaMinkoff.com INSTAGRAM: @rebeccaminkoff TWITTER: @RebeccaMinkoff FACEBOOK: @rebeccaminkoff YOUTUBE: @rebeccaminkoff PODCAST: Superwomen Show Notes: 02:00 - Introduction 04:20 - Finding your own p...
SHAYNA FERM & TRACEY TEE: Band of Mothers
July 09, 2021 19:30 - 47 minutesShayna Ferm started her acting career at The Theatre School at DePaul University in Chicago and then spent 11 years in NYC doing film and theatre, and producing and performing music, stand-up and sketch comedy. After having a baby in the Big Apple and immediately becoming pregnant with her second child (whoops!), she and her family moved to her hometown of Denver, Colorado. Weeks after baby number two was born, and always in search of a creative project, she and her lifelong friend Tracey Tee...
LISA RAY: Close to the Bone and Stories From the Heart
June 25, 2021 23:54 - 1 hourOne of India's first supermodels. Actor. Cancer survivor. Mother of twins through surrogacy. Woman of no fixed address. Today I am honored to interview cross cultural phenomenon Lisa Ray. She is an internationally acclaimed performer, philanthropist and star with a reputation for taking on challenging issue-oriented films. Raised in Canada by an Indian father and Polish mother, Ray was discovered while on vacation in India and went on to become not only one of the most successful cover models...
AT HOME WITH HOMER: Parent Burnout — with Stephanie Dua
June 19, 2021 08:30 - 11 minutesKanika: Parents are juggling more than ever these days. You have so much on your plate as a mom of three and the president and co-founder of HOMER, how do you avoid burnout? Stephanie: We often put so much energy into our children that by the end of the day, we have nothing left to give ourselves. Burnout can make us feel exhausted, moody, and just not like ourselves Stephanie Tips: It’s about special things, not the everything Stop thinking doing everything is critical, its not Access cle...
MICHAEL PERRY: Making Parenting Easier
June 17, 2021 08:30 - 54 minutesImagine if parents had a project management app to help run the household and village. We all know there are so many balls in the air from ordering diapers to groceries to making fresh baby food to dropping kids off to soccer practice or ballet. This app will restore the harmony at home. It’s called Maple and today I’m joined the mastermind behind it, Michael Perry. Meet My Guest: WEBSITE: GrowMaple.com INSTAGRAM: @growmaple FACEBOOK: /growmaple LINKEDIN: Michael Perry Press THE WALL ST...
102: Micheal Perry — Making Parenting Easier
June 17, 2021 08:30 - 50 minutes - 117 MBImagine if parents had a project management app to help run the household and village. We all know there are so many balls in the air from ordering diapers to groceries to making fresh baby food to dropping kids off to soccer practice or ballet. This app will restore the harmony at home. It’s called Maple and today I’m joined the mastermind behind it, Michael Perry. Meet My Guest: WEBSITE: GrowMaple.com INSTAGRAM: @growmaple FACEBOOK: /growmaple LINKEDIN: Michael Perry Press THE...
AT HOME WITH HOMER: Re-Building Our Foundation — with Stephanie Dua
June 12, 2021 08:30 - 9 minutesKanika: Wow, we are starting to resume normal life -- Kids will soon be out of school, long days, warm nights are here along with traveling, bike riding and reading but there are also nerves, questions and unknowns. How are you thinking about carrying forward some of the experiences and learnings from covid as we return to “normal”? Stephanie: Yes, alongside all the excitement there are so many questions and unknowns and still so much to process from the past year. Stephanie Tips: The Role o...
101: Neeta Lulla & Nishka Lulla Mehra — By Design: A Mother’s Bond, Life, and Legacy
June 10, 2021 17:02 - 50 minutes - 117 MBI am so thrilled to do this interview as it’s with a mother and daughter duo I am blessed to have as dear family friends and I’ve had the opportunity to witness their evolution and impact on the fashion and film industry on the global scale, first hand. They are Neeta and Nishka Lulla. Neeta Lulla symbolises elegance, romance and opulence. Her designs are a unique blend of feminine fragility and power. Using India’s rich cultural heritage of craftsmanship, embroidery techniques and texti...
NEETA LULLA & NISHKA LULLA MEHRA: A Mother’s Bond, Life, and Legacy
June 10, 2021 17:02 - 54 minutesI am so thrilled to do this interview as it’s with a mother and daughter duo I am blessed to have as dear family friends and I’ve had the opportunity to witness their evolution and impact on the fashion and film industry on the global scale, first hand. They are Neeta and Nishka Lulla. Neeta Lulla symbolises elegance, romance and opulence. Her designs are a unique blend of feminine fragility and power. Using India’s rich cultural heritage of craftsmanship, embroidery techniques and textiles N...
AT HOME WITH HOMER: Freedom and Flexibility — with Stephanie Dua
June 05, 2021 08:30 - 11 minutesKanika: Summer is officially underway -- School is out, warm weather and longer days are here and after a year of living through a pandemic, that freedom we feel each summer feels even more special. We’ve talked about how finding a balance of play and learning is important, but can you share tips on how families embrace the freedom and flexibility of summer, without losing structure? Stephanie: I can really relate to this. Kids more than ever need this summer to play, see friends and family a...
100: Rachel Blumenthal — Having Fun with Kids' Fashion
June 03, 2021 08:30 - 1 hour - 147 MBIf you’re a mom, chances are you are part of the cult following that the children’s apparel brand, Rockets of Awesome, has garnered over the years. And if you don’t know, now you know. Today I’m joined by its Founder/CEO Rachel Blumenthal, who’s a serial entrepreneur, fervent risk taker, and mother of two alongside her husband Neil Blumenthal, CEO of transformative and socially conscious lifestyle brand of eyewear, Warby Parker. Together, they have an equal vested partnership in raising ...
100: Rachel Blumenthal — Putting the Fun(ction) in Kids' Fashion
June 03, 2021 08:30 - 1 hourIf you’re a mom, chances are you are part of the cult following that the children’s apparel brand, Rockets of Awesome, has garnered over the years. And if you don’t know, now you know. Today I’m joined by its Founder/CEO Rachel Blumenthal, who’s a serial entrepreneur, fervent risk taker, and mother of two alongside her husband Neil Blumenthal, CEO of transformative and socially conscious lifestyle brand of eyewear, Warby Parker. Together, they have an equal vested partnership in raising their...
AT HOME WITH HOMER: Building Math Confidence — with Stephanie Dua
May 29, 2021 08:30 - 6 minutesKanika: Math can be daunting for kids (and parents)! I know HOMER recently added new math content to your learning program, HOMER Learn & Grow. What tips can you share with our families to ensure they’re setting their children up to be confident in math. Stephanie: Sure, math can be a real point of anxiety for both children and kids. My husband Andre is [insert Andre’s math expertise] has always loved math and I have to credit him with instilling a passion and love for math in my kids Steph...
099: Robyn Ward — Thinking Like a Leader to Become a Great Parent
May 28, 2021 08:30 - 48 minutesRobyn Ward is a 20+ year veteran of the technology startup space. She started FounderForward, a boutique leadership development firm, to help founders and executives uplevel themselves and build high-performing teams, cultures and companies. Current and past clients include Ritual, Ordermark, Tala, STEM, and Toucan, among others. A sought after keynote and panelist, Robyn speaks at conferences, companies, and venture firms on topics relating to: Entrepreneurial Mindset, Peak Performance, and ...