Episodes
July 13, 2021
Moving Abroad: A Path to Purpose w/Queen D. Michele
Queen D. Michele talks about her life after divorce, being an empty nester, and living in Jalisco, Mexico on today's episode. She explains how living on a small pension and hustling to make up her budget shortfall after reti…
July 7, 2021
Managing Your Child's Substance Use Disorder w/Richard Capriola
Teen addiction is on the rise. Today's guest Richard Capriola, former substance abuse counselor is the author of The Addicted Teen: A Parent's Guide to Adolescent Substance Abuse. He clears up some misconceptions about subst…
June 29, 2021
Mothering Solo Like a Boss - Dana Malstaff
I was elated to sit down and talk with Boss Mom, Dana Malstaff recently. Dana has built a successful business around mothers as entrepreneurs. She teaches moms how to nurture a business while nurturing their families. This…
June 15, 2021
Parenting Other People's Children with Debbie Ausburn
" Children are a gift from the LORD; they are a reward from him". ( Psalm 127:3) Before today's guest even started having her own children she saw the need to wrap her arms around other peoples' gifts. As a social worker, De…
June 8, 2021
Women Supporting Women w/Jessica Dawn Russell
On today's episode I talked with Jessica Dawn Russell, Entrepreneur and Mentor to Women. We discussed our relationship with each other as women as well as the relationship we have with our moms. Jessica grew up with the ide…
May 27, 2021
Empty Nest Over 50: Your Adult Kids Still Need You
If you dread being an empty nester, take heart they will still need you. Just not in the same way. Today's solo episode discuss ways we can be there for our kids, even when the nest is empty. Also grab a copy of my free eboo…
May 25, 2021
Her 3D's of Losses: Divorce, Death & Disability with Michaela Cox
"You may not choose your circumstances but you do get to choose how you deal with your given circumstances" ~~ Michaela Cox Michaela Cox is a widowed solo mom who is also the author of multiple books. Cox has risen from chal…
April 20, 2021
Persevering Through Trauma - Byrdy Lynn
If you stuff enough bad experiences in the closet of your mind, sooner or later stuff will overflow. They will start to drip out as harmful emotions that drive you to make poor decisions. Byrdy Lynn's used her anger in a de…
April 11, 2021
Empty Nest Over 50: The 3 M's of Success - Part 2
On this episode, I talk about the 3 M's of being an empty nester over 50 after mothering solo. Takeaways: our mindset has to change Since there's no spouse to connect with or focus on you now have find ways to focus on your …
April 5, 2021
From Teen Mom to Advocate - Estefeny Mendez
How does a mom dealing with the consequences of her past decisions, postpartum depression, and domestic violence find the time to focus on earning a college degree? How does she even develop a mindset to dream about helping …
April 1, 2021
Empty Nest Over 50 - Part I
I recently became an empty nester. It's the beginning of a new journey for me. I wanted to share briefly what I'm up to during this transition. Although it wasn't a surprise for me, it still takes getting used to. Not havin…
March 30, 2021
You Can Rewrite Your Story - Melisa Cameron
One way to avoid repeating your past is to raise your standards. Melisa Cameron thought she would escape repeating her family history but ended where she hadn't planned to be. But she did the work on herself. She learned th…
March 25, 2021
SoloMoms! Talk: Where Our Stories Connect
LIMITED TIME OFFER: Free copy of The Solo Mom Manifesto eBook This special solo episode explains my vision for SoloMoms! Talk podcast. In addition to the regular weekly interview, a second solo episode will be published wee…
March 17, 2021
Force Yourself to Keep a Vision for Your Life - Evette Davis
Evette Davis shares her journey after divorce and raising her children solo. She talked about: Being unemployed with three kids and no support Feeling alone with only God as her friend Recognizing that wallowing in self-pit…
March 2, 2021
Today, you are in Purpose - Lola Tomorrow
It's my joy to bring this inspiring interview to you. Lola Tomorrow is a woman who lives her faith by being obedient to the voice of God. Takeaways: you don't find purpose; purpose already exist your very existence today in…
Feb. 16, 2021
Spreading Messages of Positivity - Linda P Thompson
Linda P Thompson is a speaker and author. But she's so much more. I admire her kind and gentle spirit. Her words spread a message of peace and generosity. Her quote for today: Don't make a permanent decision based on temp…
Feb. 14, 2021
BONUS: Love After Mothering Solo - A Valentines Day Special
On this special Valentines Day episode, I speak with former podcast guests, Ayami Hiroshighe and Naomi Mamyie. Both former solo moms have found love after mothering solo. You will also hear from Brainz Magazine Honoree, Aut…
Feb. 9, 2021
Changing Zip Codes with Carol Stratton
Carol Stratton has moved 22 times with her family. She has learned that moving often can be challenging. However, she believes that making connections soon after you move into your new home can help you settle into your ne…
Jan. 29, 2021
Dealing With Your Child's Addiction - Heather Ross
Heather Ross is a solo mom of a child who struggled with addiction. She also coaches moms on how to deal with addiction in themselves and their children. She reminds us that: addiction affects the entire family it doesn't on…
Jan. 25, 2021
How to Use Your Cycle to Practice Self Care - Dorit Palvanov
Dorit Palvanov is a married mom of three daughters who found a solution to being tired and worn out during her cycle. She discovered that: women have 4 cycles not two when you feel weak and worn out is not the time to doubl…
Jan. 19, 2021
Weaving Stories Where Children Learn in Pods - Geraldine Schmid
Gerald Schmid is a solo mom who encourages children to develop leadership and communication skills by working in teams on Pods she creates. Through her Story Weaver platform she's on the cutting edge of a changing education …
Jan. 11, 2021
This Solo Mom Leveled up Even During Pandemic - Diji Shujahi
It doesn't matter if you are married if dad's not engaged in co-parenting and providing for his family. Diji Shujahi shares her story of raising her two daughters, creating multiple careers, and "leveling up even in the mid…
Jan. 4, 2021
New Mommy After 40 - Kelly Hopkins
At the age of 40, Kelly Hopkins realized that life was not working the way she imagined it. But she didn't let the end of a committed relationship stop her from having children. She fulfilled a life long desire to adopt. She…
Dec. 29, 2020
Bullying Part 2 - Help Kids Gain Confidence - Simon Benn
In Part 2 of Bullying, I continue the conversation with Simon about how resilient children are. He discusses his process in helping kids to understand and determine what being bullied means to them. Through his work, Simon h…