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You can follow the show at @DrMayaShankar on Instagram. Apple Podcasts’ Best Show of the Year 2021 Editor's Note: Maya Shankar blends compassionate storytelling with the science of human behavior to help us understand who we are and who we become in the face of a big change. Maya is no stranger to change. “My whole childhood revolved around the violin, but that changed in a moment when I injured my hand playing a single note,” says Shankar, who was studying under Itzhak Perlman at the Juilli ...
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Experiencing Motherhood: Single & Black is a conversational podcast for single moms. Kim shares her experiences throughout her single mom journey along with tips to educate, inspire, and uplift other moms. Kim also brings on other moms (and sometimes dads) to talk about various topics related to single parenting in the black community. Visit the website at www.singleblackmotherhood.com Connect with Kim on social via www.instagram.com/singleblackmotherhood Interested in being a guest or have ...
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There is so much about motherhood that goes unsaid but we're not afraid to discuss it all. Black Ballad Presents: The Survival Guide is an ongoing honest conversation with Black British women about what motherhood looks like for them and how they survive it's ups and downs. For Season 2 we have an array of guests including Black Mums Upfront, Jamelia, Laura Henry-Allain, Dr Beverly Tatum Daniel and so many more. We'll be talking sex after childbirth, when to tell your kids they're black and ...
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Moms Actually

Morgan Taylor and Blair Gyamfi

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Moms Actually is a motherhood community that aims to redefine motherhood and break away from the unhealthy expectations society has placed on women. Our community provides spaces for women to authentically relate to each other in a society that often prioritizes appearances over genuine experiences. We host a visual podcast that addresses the experiences of womanhood, sisterhood and motherhood through candid and transparent discussions We have discussed a range of topics, including marriage, ...
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Babies Balance and Bliss

Babies Balance and Bliss

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Babies Balance and Bliss is a podcast about modern motherhood by melanated mamas. Whether you are in a space where you are enjoying every speck of motherhood and basking in magical moments wishing they were an eternity, or if—and we’ve all been here—you are overwhelmed and incapable of wiping another tear, cleaning up a mess, or giving a single … you get the point, join us for thoughtful conversations about raising brilliant babies, creating balance in our busy lives, and appreciating the mo ...
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Mama Meets World

Flawless Noises Media Network

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Mama Meets World is hosted by Mama Bre and chronicles her journey as a single mother and black woman. It features very real conversations on all things motherhood through the lenses of race, love, marriage, divorce, co-parenting, dating, womanism, dealing with special needs children, and more. Mama's here to make it all better... or at least try her best to. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mamameetsworld/support
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mater mea tells the stories and discusses that topics that matter most to Black women at the intersection of career and family. Host Anthonia Akitunde talks to guests about everything from work-life balance to single motherhood to self-care and more.
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That's Wright Podcast

Crystal and Alisa Wright

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Welcome to That's Wright, your favorite sister podcast with Crystal and Alisa Wright! On this show, we're not educating you on self-help or selling you to be anyone besides yourself. Instead, we'll be talking about insecurities, triggers, black businesses, struggles we deal with, some tears, a whole lot of money, and a whole lot more on our lord & savior, Jesus Christ! Get ready to get real vulnerable with us - we're real crazy, but we're real prosperous over here too. So join in on our unfi ...
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Your Mom Is A Podcast

A Comedy Parenting Podcast

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Join comedians and real-life pals Milana Vayntrub & Sandeep Parikh as they embark on the hilarious journey of parenting improvement! In each episode, they sit down with accomplished individuals, but here's the twist: they grill their moms beforehand! Then, in a Newlywed-style game, the hosts playback and compare answers for laughs, tears, and heartfelt parenting wisdom. Tune in to witness as Milana and Sandeep navigate the highs and lows of raising exceptional humans. www.yourmomisapodcast.f ...
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Mamas Talkin' Loud

Broadway Podcast Network

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Rated one of the top 10 #mompods by Podcast Magazine: Broadway Moms, Cara Cooper and Jessica Rush have returned for season three of their hit podcast, Mamas Talkin' Loud. Whether it’s a light-hearted chat, their series with special needs mothers (co-host Cara Cooper is one herself), or the months of content celebrating Int’l Women’s Month, Black History Month & PRIDE, many Tony winners and Broadway stars have graciously joined them ‘in the dressing room’ to share their stories. Whether discu ...
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WORK IT LADY PODCAST- PODCAST FOR ALL WOMEN! SPECIAL TOPICS FOR MOMS!Hey Girl! Join the tribe! We've got something for everyone! The goal at WORK IT LADY PODCAST is to bring young ladies, single women, married women and mom's information that will help them have happier and healthier lives. The goal is to help you to think outside the box regarding everyday aspects of life that all women must navigate.Topics on women's health, women's mental health, society & culture, entrepreneurship, small ...
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HereWeAre is a mindful podcast for millennials; it's all about remembering where we've been, knowing where we're going, and taking up space in the present through the art of storytelling. Teka ties together the practice of presence, life lessons, and mental health nuggets to connect to listeners. Whether sharing her own experiences or featuring a special guest, Teka hopes to inspire others to take control of their story and take control of their life.
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OneSun3flowers

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Welcome to the OneSun3Flowers Podcast, " Stories our Mothers" a wellness and self-care podcast designed to uplift the voices of women of color. Author, Self-Love Activist, Educator, mother and poet, Courtney Brookins will help you “Bloom into your Best Self” and encourage you to make self-care a part of your daily practice. Join the tribe as we embark on a journey of healing, mothering, womanhood and collectivism through the ancestral practice of story-telling. Whether you're looking for an ...
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THIS IS A MUST LISTEN! YOU KNOW MOST OF US GOT ANEXIETY AROUND HEALTH PROCEDURES. INSTEAD OF LISTENING TO THE FEARS LISTEN TO SOME FACTS AND A CONVERSATION THAT GIVES FACTUAL REASONS NOT TO FEAR. I USE TO BE AFRIAD OF IT ALL TOO. HOPE THIS EPISODE HELPS YOU! MULTIPLE REASONS NOT FEAR DIAGNOTIC TESTING MAMMOGRAMS RADIATION CT SCANS BLACK WOMEN'S HEA…
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Introducing a new format to Your Mom Is A Podcast. After each episode featuring a guest, the following week, Milanana and Sandeep will dig into the conversation to highlight their favorite moments, but they also check in with each other to share about their parenting journeys. WARNING: Santa conversations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.co…
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Psychologist Jamil Zaki studies the science of human connection and he believes cynicism is holding us back. Cynicism isn't just harmful for our health, he says, it’s also misguided. He talks to Maya about a powerful, alternative mindset that can help: what he calls “hopeful skepticism.” For more on hopeful skepticism, check out Jamil Zaki’s book “…
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Actor, writer, and comedian Jordan Black (Saturday Night Live, The Wonder Years, Last Man Standing) joins his mom to talk about adopting and fostering kids, modeling good behavior, and supporting your kid's dreams. The man has four kids (or I should say children)! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcir…
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Sometimes, even when things go precisely as you hoped they would, change hurts. Writer Kelly Corrigan talks to Maya about wrestling with the reality that her daughters' childhood was ending, and that her role as their parent had to transition, too. In this conversation from the archives, Maya and Kelly reckon with the question of what parents and c…
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Milana Vayntrub makes mischief and surprises co-host Sandeep Parikh with an interview with Sandeep's mom and dad, making him the guest of the podcast. We hear insights about extended families, how words are spells, and supporting your kids even when they do something wrong. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: http…
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U.S. track star Gabby Thomas recently won three gold medals at the Paris Olympics. To celebrate, we’re sharing Maya’s conversation with Gabby that took place shortly after the athlete’s Olympic debut in Tokyo. Gabby explains why her relationship with running isn’t as straightforward as you might think, and how competing interests have continually l…
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Laci Mosley and her fantastic mom, Lori Bishop, join the podcast. We hear about making the best Christmas ever, why its important to break up with your parents, and why not to burden your children with your problems. Also, a little about Japanese toilets. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/p…
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Just a few days after Kelsie first talked with Maya for the podcast, Kelsie's husband, Chris, was rushed to the hospital after he didn’t wake up from a nap. He died a few days later, as a result of complications from ALS. Eight months later, Kelsie reached out to say she wanted to share what life has been like for her since then, as she handles a n…
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When Kelsie first met her co-worker Chris, she fell hard. They soon fell in love, got married, and had two kids. But then, Chris received a devastating diagnosis. In conversation with Maya, writer Kelsie Snow explores the complex grief of being both a wife and caregiver. Note: this is part one of two conversations with writer Kelsie Snow. It was re…
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A lot of chronic pain isn't actually caused by structural issues with the body, says psychotherapist Alan Gordon. Instead, it's often the brain misinterpreting safe bodily signals as dangerous. Alan joins Maya to explain a novel, research-backed approach to coping with chronic pain and guides her through an exercise to alleviate her persistent knee…
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TV writer/producer Liz Astrof (Pivoting, 2 Broke Girls, The King of Queens) joins the podcast with her brother Jeff Astrof. We hear stories about supermarket jail, dealing with trauma from youth, and why you should never go to a summer camp that is the subject of a documentary. Check out her book Stay At Work Mom. Advertising Inquiries: https://red…
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Motherhood can be a time of profound internal upheaval, says clinical psychologist Molly Millwood. Molly offers an honest look at the transition into motherhood, drawing from scientific research, stories from her private practice, and her own experiences as a mother. She and Maya talk about how to navigate the grief, guilt, ambivalence, and other d…
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Swimmer Yusra Mardini grew up in Syria and dreamed of one day representing her home country at the Olympics. But when the civil war in Syria intensified, she fled the country and had to put that dream on hold. After escaping to Europe, she faced an unexpected opportunity. Yusra tells Maya the harrowing story of how she made it to safety, and then t…
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IN THIS EPISODE WE SHARE THE ONGOING SITUATION WITH YOUNG KIDS DISTROYING ULTA AND SEPHORA STORES SEPHORA KIDS, ULTA KIDS, SKINCARE, DRUNK ELEPHANT, KIDS SHOPPING AT SEPHORA SEPHORA REELS, SEPHORA SEPHORA KIDS & ULTA KIDS ARE RUINING EVERYTHING-SEPHORA KIDS, ULTA KIDS, SKINCARE, DRUNK ELEPHANT, KIDS SHOPPING AT SEPHORA SEPHORA REELS, SEPHORA…
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Brad Snyder was part of the U.S. Navy’s most elite bomb squad. In his role, he was rewarded for his intense independence. But after a bomb blast left him blind, he had to relearn how to depend on others. He talks with Maya about how embracing vulnerability helped him reach his dreams. Sign up for Maya's new newsletter here https://bit.ly/41lPqaZ an…
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Swimmer Missy Franklin won four gold medals at her first Olympics. But as she trained for her second trip to the world stage, her mental health began to crumble. With so much to defend, the pool suddenly felt like a pressure cooker. She talks with Maya about coping with defeat and how she learned to value her identity outside of sports. To hear mor…
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IN THIS EPISODE I SHARE HOW TO OVERCOME SOME OF THE HEALTH CHALLENGES ASSOCIATED WITH SEDENTARY LIFESTYLES. IF YOUR A REMOTE WORKER, WORK IN THE OFFICE 9-5 AND SIT IN TRAFFIC OR JUST A HOME BODY THIS INFO COULD BE HELPFUL.By Clari
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Entrepreneur, investor, and author Jessica Jackley shares stories about raising children in a multi-culture/faith household, the joy of twins, and having motivated kids. She is best known as a cofounder of Kiva, the world's first crowdfunding site for microenterprises. Jessica teaches Social Entrepreneurship at the USC's Marshall School of Business…
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In this heartfelt and enlightening episode of the "Here We Are Podcast with Teka," we sit down with the inspiring Zakee Williams to delve into his remarkable journey to fatherhood. Zakee opens up about the joys and challenges of raising a blended family, sharing his personal experiences and the lessons he's learned along the way. We explore the imp…
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We recently shared a conversation between Maya and Brené on A Slight Change of Plans where they talked about Maya's appearance on Brené's podcast, Dare to Lead. Today we are sharing that conversation with you! In this episode of Dare to Lead, Brené and Maya discuss how unexpected changes can disrupt our paths, challenge our identities, and require …
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Award-winning film/tv composer Christopher Lennertz (The Boys, Supernatural, Agent Carter, Sausage Party) joins the podcast with his lovely Italian mother. We hear stories about cultivating a love of music in children, how it’s never too late to pursue your dreams, fighting bears, and joyful moments seeing his trans child become who they were meant…
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I'm honored to have my mommy share her journey through motherhood: from being single, to married then divorced, a single mom, a bonus mom, and now a grandmother and mom to adult kids. We hope that you're encouraged, no matter where you are on your motherhod journey. ----- Vibe Tunes ATM Apple Music Spotify Youtube "Psalm 23" x The Brooklyn Tabernac…
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The Unsupervised Mom™️ is a weekly podcast for the everyday, Christian, single mom, who desires to navigate motherhood, God's way. Friendships are gifts from God. Stewarding them well, with the Bible in mind, honors God. The journey of friendship has a way of raising our quality of life and deepening our intimacy with God. In this episode, special …
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On this episode, we recognize the toll parenting can have on the mental health of mothers, especially millennial mothers. Join us and stay until the end for a special treat: a guided meditation rooted in faith and affirmations! ----- Vibe Tunes ATM Apple Music Spotify Youtube "Cruel" x Charity "Hold Up" x Sasha Keable "Lost In You" x Jade Novah ___…
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IN THIS EPISODE I SHARE MY EXPERIENCE GETTING THE HPV VACCINE AS AN ADULT. I SHARE MULTIPLE REASONS IT BENIFITS ALL OF OUR HEALTH TO GET THE HPV VACCINE. IF YOU THOUGHT YOU OR YOUR KIDS DID NOT NEED IT YOU DO! THE REASONS WHY ARE SHARED IN THIS EPISODE. HPV VACCINE FOR UP TO AGE 45, REASONS FOR EVERY WOMAN AND CHILD TO GET THE HPV VACCINE, HPV PODC…
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Comedian and podcast Travis McElroy (The Adventure Zone) and his dad Clint McElroy discuss the impact of losing Travis's mom. Clint offers the parenting advice he got from his father. Sandeep learns he has ADHD. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy…
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Alexandra joins the Here We Are Podcast again to share her Single Mom By Choice journey! You can find her on YouTube at Life With Alexandra K and on Instagram @lifewithalexandrak ----- Vibe Tunes ATM Apple Music Spotify Youtube "Lucky Girl" x Carlina "Be Still" x Annatoria "Imperfect For You" x Ariana Grande "YaYa" x Beyonce _____ Stay Connected an…
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Activist, author, and speaker Brea Baker joins the show. Her mom (who is a preacher) shares wisdom about manifesting your dreams, forgiveness and respecting yourself. Brea shares lessons she learned in kindness, generosity, and acceptance. Brea and Sandeep discuss how acceptance impacted their weddings. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/…
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Actor Colin Ferguson (Eureka, The Summer I Turned Pretty, 100s of Hallmark movies) offers great advice about raising his son. His mom shares about the importance of patience and allowing children to find their own path. Colin discusses being a shy child, finding acceptance in improv, and co-parenting. You'll hear funny and relatable stories about C…
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