America's Moms

Jessica Herndon (IG: @somekindofemme) looks to Rainbow Johnson of “Black-ish” to explore the complicated question of how to talk to your kids about race and justice. She sits down with anti-racism consultant and founder of Black Moms Connection, Tanya Hayles (BlackMomsConnection.com, ColorInWhiteSpaces.com), for insight on how to navigate these conversations. Then, she gets a behind-the-scenes look at what goes into writing an episode from “Black-ish” staff writer Keisha Ansley (IG: @kansley.pd).

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Expecting mother Chelsea Woodham worries her anxious tendencies will make her an overbearing parent — not unlike everyone’s favorite helicopter mom, Beverly Goldberg of “The Goldbergs.” Chelsea learns how her own mom remained a calm and cool parent. Then, psychologist & author of “Kid Confidence” Dr. Eileen Kennedy-Moore explains how to best manage parental anxiety and see the world through your child’s eyes.

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For more on Dr. Eileen Kennedy-Moore and her book, “Kid Confidence: Help Your Child Make Friends, Build Resilience, and Develop Real Self-Esteem,” visit eileenkennedymoore.com.

Chelsea's instagram: @chelseacaitwoodham

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Disclaimer: This podcast & the interviews contained within are for general educational purposes only. It may or may not apply to your particular situation. It does not constitute and cannot substitute for the provision of psychological services.

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LittleThings’ Sarah Bregel reflects on single parenthood through one of TV’s strongest single moms: Lorelai Gilmore.

For more insight on Lorelai, she interviews writer & “Gilmore Girls” fan Stephanie Lehmann, who wrote about Lorelai and Rory’s relationship in the book “Coffee at Luke’s.” Then, Sarah explores the complexities of single motherhood and the benefits it can present with Emma Johnson, author of “The Kickass Single Mom” and founder of WealthySingleMommy.com.

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For more insights on single motherhood from Emma Johnson, visit WealthySingleMommy.com.

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Angela Andaloro (@aisforangelaaa) reflects on her own experience as a stepparent and that of “The Nanny,” Fran Fine. Joined by actress & co-creator Fran Drescher and co-creator Peter Marc Jacobson, Angela learns what inspired the hit show and its positive depiction of motherhood and stepmoms. Then, certified step-parenting coach Beth McDonough (TheInclusiveStepmom.com) lends her own insights on navigating the waters of blended families.

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Fran Drescher stars in Lifetime’s first-ever LGBTQ holiday movie, “The Christmas Setup” — out now!

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It’s a mini-“Raymond” reunion!

Laura Clark (Mom.com, CafeMom) explores what it means to be the “disciplinarian” when your partner gets to be the “fun parent.” Actress Patricia Heaton & series creator Phil Rosenthal reunite to share stories from the set of “Everybody Loves Raymond” and their insights on Debra’s parenting style. Then, Laura learns about the pros & cons of having a “good cop/bad cop” parenting dynamic with psychologist Dr. Hillary Goldsher (DrHillaryGoldsher.com).

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Patricia Heaton’s new book, “Your Second Act” is in stores now.

A new season of Phil Rosenthal’s docu-series “Somebody Feed Phil” is available now on Netflix.

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Claudya Martinez (ByClaudya.com) explores the relationship between Penelope Alvarez & Lydia Riera from the Pop TV sitcom "One Day At A Time." Claudya chats with series co-creator & showrunner Gloria Calderón Kellet about what inspired the characters, then learns about parenting in the Latinx "sandwich generation" from family therapist Susana Marquez (WellnessParaLaMama.com).

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