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Do you want to know the secrets of how to live a rich life? One full of freedom - money mastery, financial success, abundant health, great relationships and most importantly the freedom to find and be your true self? If that is what you want then stay tuned! But let me warn you - this is not a listen only conversation. To create lasting change takes work. Each week you will have homework to track your personal journey. For that you will receive the tools, tips and techniques to create your o ...
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Welcome to the “Moms of the Night” podcast where Niki DeConcini - just your average, everyday mom - is on a mission to combat loneliness in motherhood, especially during those middle of the night hours. If you’ve ever found yourself searching for solidarity, encouraging words, or just some companionship when motherhood feels too much, you’ve come to the right place. Each week, join Niki and fellow moms - some from this community and others you may even recognize - as they sit in solidarity, ...
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Restorative Justice is often framed as an alternative to punishment, and but that’s only part of the story. Dive deeper with David Ryan Barcega Castro-Harris in conversation with RJ practitioners and other justice seekers as they reflect on the things happening in the world around us to offer insight on how YOU can embody RJ philosophy, practices, and values in every aspect of your life.
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As some of you know, I sold two companies – the last for a billion dollars… that’s right, billion with a “B”, people! And after that exit, you might imagine, I wanted to do it again -- this time I’m doing it by helping other women get the same outcome. I wanted to create an army of Pink Ladies, so I started The Pink Ceiling. We do much more than invest money. We roll up our sleeves and we help companies by or for women launch products that will change lives. Our Pinkubator companies have got ...
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Dear Mama Monologues are special clips we pull from each episode, filled with an encouraging message from our guest to you. They are released as a bonus mini-sode each week so you have a place you can quickly access words to get you through those tough motherhood moments. Cait Brown is a wife, mom of two girls, two time c-section mom, and health an…
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Today's episode is one that every mama—regardless of where you are in your journey— can relate to: body image. Our body endures so many changes throughout pregnancy and postpartum (both good and bad!) and in today's episode, we dive head first into all of them. I chatted with Cait Brown, mom of 2, c-section mama, and a health and wellness partner t…
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Dear Mama Monologues are special clips we pull from each episode, filled with an encouraging message from our guest to you. They are released as a bonus mini-sode each week so you have a place you can quickly access words to get you through those tough motherhood moments. Today's Dear Mama Monologue is a bit different from our usual. Today, Cindy L…
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Today's episode is a bit different from my typical conversations, but it's just as impactful. In this episode, I chat with Cindy Luffred aka: Revealing Soul. Cindy is a globally recognized spiritual medium. As founder of Revealing Soul and co-host of the Slightly Spiritual podcast, Cindy offers a down-to-earth approach to mediumship that feels like…
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Dear Mama Monologues are special clips we pull from each episode, filled with an encouraging message from our guest to you. They are released as a bonus mini-sode each week so you have a place you can quickly access words to get you through those tough motherhood moments. Listen to my full conversation with Taylor in Episode 17 of Moms of the Night…
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On today's episode, I chat with Taylor Cole about the decision that every mama has to make: whether to have more kids and continue to grow your family. Taylor is a wife, mother of 3 and a Functional Holistic Nutritionist, who recently made the decision with her husband that their latest baby is their last. Together, we talk through this decision an…
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Dear Mama Monologues are special clips we pull from each episode, filled with an encouraging message from our guest to you. They are released as a bonus mini-sode each week so you have a place you can quickly access words to get you through those tough motherhood moments. Listen to my full conversation with Lauren in Episode 16 of Moms of the Night…
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Get ready to be inspired, Mamas! On today's episode, I chat with Lauren Golden, an award-winning entrepreneur, best-selling author, speaker, and coach whose mission is to help women take their next step of courageous action. By discussing her personal journey of creating the life she once desired, Lauren shares wisdom and encouragement in this epis…
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Dear Mama Monologues are special clips we pull from each episode, filled with an encouraging message from our guest to you. They are released as a bonus mini-sode each week so you have a place you can quickly access words to get you through those tough motherhood moments. Listen to my full conversation with Kaitlyn in Episode 15 of Moms of the Nigh…
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On today's episode, I am joined by Kaitlyn Nilles, who shares her honest story of separation, divorce, co-parenting and more. As a single parent and child of divorce, Kaitlyn shares her personal experience navigating the tough realities that come with separation, as well as ways that she has cared for herself and her children throughout the journey…
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Dear Mama Monologues are special clips we pull from each episode, filled with an encouraging message from our guest to you. They are released as a bonus mini-sode each week so you have a place you can quickly access words to get you through those tough motherhood moments. Listen to my full conversation with Amy in Episode 14 of Moms of the Night Po…
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As mamas, we do so much to prepare for our babies, but one thing we often overlook in our preparation and education is our own recovering bodies. In today's episode, I chat with Amy Kiefer about her own pregnancy and postpartum experiences, and how they influenced her to share her knowledge and resources with others. Amy is an RN-BSN, NSCA-CPT, Cer…
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Dear Mama Monologues are special clips we pull from each episode, filled with an encouraging message from our guest to you. They are released as a bonus mini-sode each week so you have a place you can quickly access words to get you through those tough motherhood moments. Lauren is a mom of two girls - Madison (3) and Emerson (10 weeks) living in N…
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When we talk about the newborn stage, grief, anger, and resentment aren't often words we hear. However, for many mamas with colicky babies (or other difficulties) it can be one of the most trying and difficult times a new mama faces. On today's episode, Lauren Driscoll opens up about her experience with her first baby and shares how it impacted her…
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Dear Mama Monologues are special clips we pull from each episode, filled with an encouraging message from our guest to you. They are released as a bonus mini-sode each week so you have a place you can quickly access words to get you through those tough motherhood moments. Jess Hull is a former Facebook and Google executive who founded Mother Me, wh…
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In today's episode, Jess Hull and I talk about all things matrescence, or the process and journey of becoming a mother. As mamas, we take so much time to educate ourselves about our children and make sure that all of their needs are met, but we often forget to treat ourselves with the same kind of care. Jess created Mother Me, an app, online course…
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In today's emotional episode, I got to chat with Taylor Gawryluk, a first-time mama from Bismarck, North Dakota. She shares the story of how she became a medical mama when her then four-month-old son Krew was suddenly rushed to the hospital for feeding issues. After a diagnosis of a rare genetic condition, Taylor and her husband have had to navigat…
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Dear Mama Monologues are special clips we pull from each episode, filled with an encouraging message from our guest to you. They are released as a bonus mini-sode each week so you have a place you can quickly access words to get you through those tough motherhood moments. Taylor Gawryluk is a first-time mama living in Bismarck, North Dakota with he…
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Dear Mama Monologues are special clips we pull from each episode, filled with an encouraging message from our guest to you. They are released as a bonus mini-sode each week so you have a place you can quickly access words to get you through those tough motherhood moments. Brittany is a mom of 2 littles raising them alongside her husband in a northw…
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In today's episode, I chat with my friend and fellow entrepreneur Brittany Heyboer, the founder & CEO of Unlock Her Co. Being a working Mom comes with a lot of struggle, sadness, and shame—and we talk about it all! As a transformative coaching brand, Unlock Her Co. creates trusted spaces for high-achieving women and female entrepreneurs to feel see…
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Dear Mama Monologues are special clips we pull from each episode, filled with an encouraging message from our guest to you. They are released as a bonus mini-sode each week so you have a place you can quickly access words to get you through those tough motherhood moments. Arden Cartrette is a Birth + Bereavement Doula that specializes in grief asso…
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Miscarriage is never an easy thing to talk about. Nonetheless, these tough conversations need to be had. In this episode, I chat with Arden Cartrette, a Birth + Bereavement Doula who specializes in grief associated with pregnancy loss. After her own infertility journey followed by recurrent pregnancy loss, she started a virtual support service for …
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Dear Mama Monologues are special clips we pull from each episode, filled with an encouraging message from our guest to you. They are released as a bonus mini-sode each week so you have a place you can quickly access words to get you through those tough motherhood moments. Megan is a Wife, Mama, and Owner/ Designer of MPowHer Collective, a Minneapol…
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Today's conversation is raw, vulnerable, and powerful, as my new friend Megan Perron shares the story of her childhood and the traumas that she endured. Megan is no longer in contact with her parents and is learning to navigate her motherhood journey by reflecting on how her past experiences impact her as a mother, while also learning how to break …
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Dear Mama Monologues are special clips we pull from each episode, filled with an encouraging message from our guest to you. They are released as a bonus mini-sode each week so you have a place you can quickly access words to get you through those tough motherhood moments. Sam Hall is the creator of the Welcome Mama Journal and Day Planner, a matres…
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Dear Mama Monologues are special clips we pull from each episode, filled with an encouraging message from our guest to you. They are released as a bonus mini-sode each week so you have a place you can quickly access words to get you through those tough motherhood moments. Leighton Keen is a mama currently parenting two 2 and under. She feels like s…
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In today's episode, my friend Samantha Hall and I break down the expectations of motherhood and discuss how they can make for an isolating and frustrating reality. We often see the "ideal mother" being described as selfless, which can strip us of any identity outside of motherhood and hold us back from showing up for our families in the best way we…
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In today’s discussion with my close online friend, Leighton Keen, we both reflect on the ups and downs of our individual and unique feeding journeys. Leighton is a mama currently parenting two under two and is a part-time stay-at-home mom and part-time licensed marriage and family therapist. Her journey with recurrent pregnancy loss led her to spec…
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Dear Mama Monologues are special clips we pull from each episode, filled with an encouraging message from our guest to you. They are released as a bonus mini-sode each week so you have a place you can quickly access words to get you through those tough motherhood moments. Abby Ricciardi journey to becoming pregnant wasn’t what she had envisioned. S…
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As promised, here is part two of my conversation with my cousin, Abby. If you haven’t listened to the first part of our conversation, be sure to go back and listen to last week’s episode before tuning into this one. This episode is jam packed with perspective shifting and life altering experiences that Abby has lived through. She chats with us abou…
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This is a very special episode because it is with my cousin, Abby Ricciardi. Growing up our families were super close. Abby and I went to daycare together and basically grew up together. However, our motherhood journey's have looked very different. Before we sat down for this in-person interview, we realized that it had been over three and a half y…
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Dear Mama Monologues are special clips we pull from each episode, filled with an encouraging message from our guest to you. They are released as a bonus mini-sode each week so you have a place you can quickly access words to get you through those tough motherhood moments. Sara is not only a mama to two little ones, she is also a podcaster and perso…
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This is an episode I didn’t even know I needed at the moment we recorded it. I’ll be honest, being a mom of two under two right now is a lot. Today I sat down with Sara Gretzky who is also a mom of two and our kiddos are almost the exact same ages. She and I had an awesome conversation around what it’s like to have two children so close in age, whi…
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Dear Mama Monologues are special clips we pull from each episode, filled with an encouraging message from our guest to you. They are released as a bonus mini-sode each week so you have a place you can quickly access words to get you through those tough motherhood moments. Katy Huie Harrison is a PhD, author, mom, loss mom, and the founder of Undefi…
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Today’s discussion with my friend, Katy Huie Harrison, is a vulnerable one where we both get real on our own personal experiences with postpartum anxiety. Katy is a PhD, author, mom, loss mom, and the founder of Undefining Motherhood. She helps moms through the tough transitions of all stages of motherhood by providing reliable, easy to understand,…
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Dear Mama Monologues are special clips we pull from each episode, filled with an encouraging message from our guest to you. They are released as a bonus mini-sode each week so you have a place you can quickly access words to get you through those tough motherhood moments. I am your host, Niki DeConcini. I am just your average mom from Minnesota who…
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Welcome to episode one of the Moms of the Night Podcast! I can’t believe we are actually here. I am your host, Niki DeConcini. I am just your average mom from Minnesota who had this message in her heart and wanted to create this space where moms can have real, raw conversations about motherhood. Especially in those middle of the night moments, when…
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Welcome to the “Moms of the Night” podcast where Niki DeConcini - just your average, everyday mom - is on a mission to combat loneliness in motherhood, especially during those middle of the night hours. If you’ve ever found yourself searching for solidarity, encouraging words, or just some companionship when motherhood feels too much, you’ve come t…
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My friend and mentor Shedrick Sanders passed a way last weekend. To honor his memory we're revisiting our conversation from Fall 2020 detailing his journey from standing up to bullies as a young boy to becoming an esteemed peacemaker and problem solver. He shared his transformative experiences ranging from teaching math in Ghana to facilitating pea…
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Our conversation with Saniah Brown Jones is the last in our series highlighting Restorative Justice in South Florida. She shares her wisdom and experiences as a young person who's been impacted by the RJ work and programing of our previous contributors. This episode is not just about Saniah's growth, but also about how restorative justice transform…
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Jose Dominguez is a youth organizer at Power U, focusing on campaigns against the school-to-prison pipeline and advocating for restorative justice practices in schools. Our conversation touched on contentious topics like police presence in schools, queer liberation, and homophobia in the church. Jose emphasized the power of grace and communication …
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Cindy Mahendar is a Training and Operations Manager for the Healing and Justice Center and an alumni of Dream Defenders. Our conversation takes a fascinating turn as Cindy discusses the alternative initiatives implemented by the Healing and Justice Center. From a mobile crisis unit to a peacemaker team, Cindy and her team paint a picture of a reima…
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Ruth Ifakemi Efungbemi Ajewole Ajeleti Ifaloro Jeannoelis a Haitian American, cultural organizer, holistic healer and writer. She is also a mother and wife. Currently, Ruth serves as the Founder and Director of the growing non-profit, Fanm Saj, Inc based in Miami, FL. Fanm Saj in the Haitian Kreyol language means, Midwife, we’ll say Midwives catch …
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"Q" is an experienced facilitator, rooted in restorative practices, who is an expert in crafting containers for community to listen, reflect, create, and witness each other with presence and depth to inspire what is possible. Quincie has collaborated with a myriad of communities, organizations, and universities/colleges to develop and deliver progr…
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JoHanna "J" Thompson is the Co-Director of the Florida Restorative Justice Coalition. Her career has been dedicated to creating collaborative spaces across an intersection of networks, fostering relationships, and maintaining a vision to increase the capacity of influencers, community organizations, programs and campaigns working toward equitable s…
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See our beautiful faces and the video clips on YouTube. How can you use Restorative Justice when navigating career transitions, being vulnerable with students, and figuring out what it means to be a good teacher? Find out on this episode of Restorative Justice Reflections! Join our LIVE “Restorative Justice Lessons from Abbott Elementary” event Jul…
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See our beautiful faces and the video clips on YouTube. How can you use Restorative Justice when you have to "lead" your leaders, sacrifice your own interests for the good of the community, and compromise values to get the job done? Find out on this episode of Restorative Justice Reflections! Join our LIVE “Restorative Justice Lessons from Abbott E…
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See our beautiful faces and the video clips on YouTube. How can you use Restorative Justice in navigating personal & professional life as a queer educator, creating space for dialogue when students misbehave? Find out on this episode of Restorative Justice Reflections! Join our LIVE “Restorative Justice Lessons from Abbott Elementary” event July 31…
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See our beautiful faces and the video clips on YouTube. How can you use Restorative Justice in building good relationships teacher to teacher, teacher to student caregivers, and within your own family? Find out on this episode of Restorative Justice Reflections! Join our LIVE “Restorative Justice Lessons from Abbott Elementary” event July 31: http:…
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See our beautiful faces and the video clips on YouTube. How can you use Restorative Justice in incorporating dance into education, the struggles of working collaboratively, and building relationships with colleagues? Find out on this episode of Restorative Justice Reflections! Join our LIVE “Restorative Justice Lessons from Abbott Elementary” event…
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