The Motherly Podcast
Motherly
The Motherly Podcast features honest conversations about modern motherhood with inspiring leaders—who also happen to be mothers. These incredible women, like Kristen Bell, Sen. Tammy Duckworth, and Gabrielle Union, are helping to redefine motherhood, using their voices to uplift women with practical ideas and expert insights. The Webby Award winning podcast is hosted each week by Liz Tenety, an award-winning journalist and co-founder of Motherly. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
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Nov 12, 2020 • 34min
Baby2Baby Co-CEOs Kelly Sawyer Patricof and Norah Weinstein on the importance of mothers helping mothers
Baby2Baby Co-CEOs Kelly Sawyer Patricof and Norah Weinstein talk to Liz about why they started their nonprofit that provides children who are living in poverty with basic necessities such as diapers, clothing, and school supplies. They also explain why COVID-19 has created a greater need than ever for supplies for families and offer guidance on what we can all do to help. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 6, 2020 • 34min
Actress Candace Cameron Bure on raising kids with faith and kindness
In this episode, Liz speaks with actress Candace Cameron Bure about her faith-based approach to raising her kids, why love and kindness are so core to her life philosophy, and what she learned from her "Full House" castmates. Candace also talked about the worthlessness she initially felt after she took a break from work to focus on raising her children and what she learned from that experience. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 29, 2020 • 32min
Actress and Activist Alyssa Milano on working mothers and modern activism
To kick-off Season 5 of the podcast, Liz speaks with actress, activist, and author Alyssa Milano about her #metoo tweet that helped to ignite a movement, how she learned to let things roll off her back, and why she’s so passionate about helping working mothers. Alyssa also talked about her COVID-19 diagnosis in March and shared how her children’s clear-eyed views of the world inspire her. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 15, 2020 • 26min
Musician Amanda Sudano Ramirez on embracing adventure and chaos
Amanda Sudano Ramirez, one half of the musical duo, JohnnySwim, and star of an upcoming reality show on Joanna and Chip Gaines’ Magnolia Network, talks about what she’s learned about embracing chaos from life on the road touring with kids, how she and her husband juggle being both musical partners and parents, and why “home” will always be her family. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 8, 2020 • 34min
Comedian Gina Brillon on healing through laughter
Liz speaks with comedian Gina Brillon, just a few weeks before the birth of her son, to discuss her Amazon Original comedy special titled, The Floor is Lava, what pregnancy has been like during COVID-19, and why it has always been so important for her to find the humor in even the toughest moments. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 1, 2020 • 42min
Rachel Hollis on the importance of maintaining an identity outside of motherhood
Liz talks to Rachel Hollis, bestselling author, motivational speaker, blogger, podcast host, and mom of four about her new book Didn’t See That Coming, her recent divorce, and how she overcame her childhood trauma. Rachel also shares tips on how women can maintain an identity outside of motherhood and marriage. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 24, 2020 • 41min
YouTube star Dzung Lewis on cooking for kids
Liz checks in with popular YouTube host, Dzung Lewis to discuss her new cookbook Honeysuckle. Dzung shares tips on how to cook for kids, talks about her eclectic food influences, and explains about how food has become a way for her to share her Vietnamese culture and her husband’s Korean culture with their children. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 17, 2020 • 40min
Mutha Founder Hope Smith on Surrogacy and the Meaning of Unconditional Love
Mutha Founder and TV personality Hope Smith talks to Liz about IVF, her surrogacy pregnancy, the group of foster children she and her husband have taken under their wing, and what motherhood—in all its incarnations—has taught her about unconditional love and acceptance. She also explained why her pregnancies inspired her to become a certified doula. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 10, 2020 • 39min
Dr. Joy Harden Bradford on how mamas can preserve their mental health
Dr. Joy Harden Bradford, licensed Psychologist, speaker, and host of the popular podcast, Therapy for Black Girls, offers Liz tips on how to cope with the parenting stress of COVID-19. She also explains why every mama should have their own “coping kit.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 3, 2020 • 41min
Actress and author Danica McKellar on teaching kids math skills and confidence
Liz speaks with actress and math writer Danica McKellar about how math helped her find her own identity after her time on Wonder Years and why being friends with your own kid isn’t so bad. She also talks about how to encourage math skill in young girls who may be discouraged at an early age. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
