Cake For Dinner

By Keesha ScottParenting Kids & Family

Cake For Dinner episodes

May 25 Finding Joy After Loss | Inside Jam With Jamie
Jamie Kolnick, founder of Jam With Jamie, shares the powerful story behind the music, the business, and the joy she brings to families across the country.
What started as a small children’s music party business has grown into a multi-city brand with dozens of performers, classes, events, school programs, and the annual Little Jam Fest. But behind Jamie’s success is a much deeper story of resilience. After losing her brother, father, and mother, Jamie found herself building something joyful during one of the hardest seasons of her life.
Jamie opens up about grief, imposter syndrome, motherhood, music, entrepreneurship, vocal challenges, and what it really means to create joy intentionally — even when life doesn’t go as planned.
This conversation is about more than music. It’s about turning pain into purpose, finding light after loss, and choosing joy again and again.
Learn more about Keesha: https://keeshascott.com/
Follow Jamie: https://www.instagram.com/jamwithjamie/
00:00 — Introduction
00:30 — How Jam With Jamie Began
05:35 — Jamie’s Mom Names the Business
07:27 — From First Party to Word of Mouth
08:12 — Loss, Grief, and Perspective
09:47 — Growing Jam With Jamie Into 9 Cities
10:34 — The Creation of Little Jam Fest
12:02 — Music, Family, and Jamie’s Father
20:32 — How Music Connects With Kids
23:05 — Showing Up With Joy During Hard Seasons
25:57 — Work, Grief, Burnout, and Healing
30:06 — Life Pivots and Vocal Challenges
32:28 — Is Joy Found or Created?
35:33 — Finding Joy in a Hard Season
37:50 — Where to Find Jam With Jamie and Little Jam Fest
40 min
May 18 How to Build a Business From Home Without Losing Yourself
Today we sit down with Alexia Ferrari, known online as The Millionaire Homemaker, to talk about motherhood, ambition, money, identity, and what it really means to build success on your own terms.

Alexia shares how she went from climbing the corporate ladder in the aerospace and systems engineering world to building a thriving online brand and business from home. After becoming a mother, she found herself questioning how she could keep up the pace of corporate life while also being present for her family. That tension eventually opened the door to a new vision: helping women create wealth from home without having to choose between motherhood and their dreams.

Throughout the conversation, Alexia opens up about the messy middle of entrepreneurship, building a brand with authenticity, learning how to create viral content, using AI and automation, and why women today are craving something deeper than financial freedom alone.

This conversation is for the woman who feels pulled between who she is, who she wants to become, and the life she is trying to build.
Learn more about Keesha: https://keeshascott.com/
Follow Alexia: https://www.instagram.com/themillionairehomemaker/
00:00 — Introduction
00:41 — Becoming The Millionaire Homemaker
01:52 — Leaving Corporate Life Behind
04:51 — Discovering the Power of Working From Home
06:22 — Helping Women Build Wealth From Home
08:29 — Motherhood, Guilt, and Giving Back to Yourself
10:37 — The Messy Middle of Building a Business
13:19 — Turning Your Gifts Into a Brand
16:32 — When a Brand Becomes a Movement
20:10 — Why Authenticity Wins Online
21:57 — Building a Business While Raising a Family
24:33 — Funnels, Automation, and Passive Income
29:10 — Why You Have to Fully Commit
32:48 — Why You Don’t Need a Huge Following to Succeed
34:46 — Handling Negative Comments Online
36:35 — Redefining Success on Your Own Terms
39:53 — The Truth About Overnight Success
43:16 — Creating Content That Feels Real
45:50 — Where to Find Alexia Ferrari
48 min
May 11 Feeling STUCK? This tool will help you, today.
In this episode, I sat down with Laura Rubin, writer, speaker, founder of AllSwell Creative, and author of The Big Unlock, for a powerful conversation about journaling, anxiety, fear, gratitude, and how writing can help us get unstuck.
Laura breaks down why journaling is so much more than simply writing down your feelings. Through her approach to mindful writing, she explains how intentional prompts can help us recognize patterns, quiet our critical voice, shift our mood, and reconnect with what actually matters.
Together, we explore why anxiety is often future-focused imagination, how positive memories can help calm the body, why gratitude works best when connected to the five senses, and how small practices like the “4x4” journaling method and “dopamine push-ups” can create real change in everyday life.
This conversation is for anyone who feels stuck, overwhelmed, disconnected, or curious about how writing can become a simple but powerful tool for mental and emotional well-being.
Learn more about Laura: https://allswellcreative.com/
Learn more about Keesha: https://keeshascott.com/
Grab a copy of Laura's book: https://allswellcreative.com/pages/the-big-unlock

00:00 — Introduction
00:58 — Welcome Laura Rubin to Cake for Dinner
01:40 — Why so many people feel stuck
02:48 — What being “stuck” looks like in real life
04:26 — The fear underneath most blocks
05:30 — Mindful writing vs. traditional journaling
06:28 — Journaling as a tool for embodiment and mood shifts
07:17 — The serotonin bath: using positive memories to calm anxiety
09:04 — Why nature is so powerful for the mind
10:21 — Awe, water, and reconnecting with something bigger
13:10 — Why journaling has a PR problem
14:31 — The stories and patterns that shape our lives
17:04 — Gratitude as a daily practice
19:19 — Using the five senses to make gratitude more powerful
20:13 — Recognizing your “big rocks” and priorities
22:15 — Writing things down to see your patterns clearly
23:20 — Why longhand journaling is so effective
24:52 — Rock stars need roadies: asking for support
27:01 — Externalizing thoughts instead of letting them loop
30:44 — The 4x4 journaling method
33:20 — Perfectionism and the critical voice
35:05 — Giving anxiety a seat, but not control
37:06 — Self-compassion and evolutionary fear
38:43 — Dopamine push-ups and healthy mood shifts
40:56 — Where to find Laura Rubin and The Big Unlock
42:16 — Closing thoughts and Cake for Dinner outro
44 min
May 04 Why Most “Healthy” Products Are Toxic...
Today I sit down with Ivey Leidy—integrative health coach and founder of Living With Ivey—to break down the truth behind modern wellness.
From building a multi-location wellness brand to navigating motherhood, eating disorder recovery, and the pressure of social media perfection, Ivey shares what actually matters when it comes to health.
We dive deep into:
The connection between gut health and hormones
Why most “healthy” products aren’t what they claim
The hidden dangers of fragrance, plastics, and protein powders
Healing your relationship with food without extremes
Building a business rooted in authenticity, not trends
This episode is packed with actionable takeaways for women looking to feel better, live cleaner, and think differently about health.
Learn More About Keesha: https://keeshascott.com/
Learn More About Ivey: https://livingwithivey.com/
00:00 – Introduction
00:45 – Meet Ivey Leidy (Living With Ivey Founder)
01:23 – Why Authenticity Builds a Loyal Audience
02:03 – Imposter Syndrome & Starting on Social Media
03:00 – Making Wellness Simple & Relatable
03:25 – How Motherhood Sparked Her Health Journey
04:08 – Starting During COVID & Building Momentum
05:02 – Turning Content Into a Physical Retail Brand
06:03 – Why She Refused to “Pick a Niche”
07:07 – Gut Health & Hormones Explained
08:14 – Healing Through Food (Without Extremes)
08:36 – Balancing Healthy Eating & Real Life
10:02 – Eating Disorders & Social Media Pressure
11:20 – Why Women Need to Talk About Food Struggles
13:18 – Body Image, Generational Shifts & Identity
14:41 – Beyond Beauty: Purpose, Legacy & Impact
16:20 – Creating Her Own Product Line
18:12 – Rapid Fire Wellness Tips
18:12 – Best Skincare Ingredient (Vitamin C)
19:14 – Hair Health & Shower Filters
20:02 – Toxic Products to Avoid Immediately
21:05 – Why Fragrance Is a Hidden Danger
21:58 – Daily Non-Negotiable Wellness Habit
22:42 – Minerals, Detox & Energy Explained
23:50 – Easy Healthy Swap (Plastic → Glass)
24:40 – “Healthy” Products That Are Misleading
25:22 – Protein Powders & Food Myths
26:16 – Real Food vs Diet Trends
27:31 – Motherhood, Business & Time Management
28:32 – The Truth About “Balance”
29:45 – Life Pivots & Letting Go of Failure
31:08 – Confidence, Aging & Clarity
33:30 – Where to Find Ivey
35 min
April 27 Tyler Baltierra From Teen Mom to Fatherhood: The Reality MTV Didn’t Show
This episode marks the FIRST installment of our Cake for Dinner: Dad Edition — a brand new series we are incredibly excited to roll out this summer, featuring powerful conversations with fathers about parenting, identity, and growth.

Tyler Baltierra, best known from MTV’s Teen Mom, joins Cake for Dinner for a raw and powerful conversation about trauma, adoption, and what it really means to break generational cycles.
In this episode, Tyler opens up about growing up in a chaotic environment shaped by addiction, navigating becoming a teen father, and the life-altering decision to place his daughter for adoption. He shares the emotional reality behind that choice, the long-term impact it carries, and how it continues to shape his identity as a husband and father today.

This conversation goes far beyond what was shown on MTV—diving into the psychology of trauma, the truth about adoption, and the intentional work required to raise children differently than how you were raised.
Tyler also speaks on healing, boundaries, and why curiosity is one of the most powerful tools for personal growth.

Follow Tyler: https://www.instagram.com/tylerbaltierramtv/
Learn more about Keesha: https://keeshascott.com/

00:00 – Childhood Trauma & Growing Up Alone
02:20 – Life Before Teen Mom (MTV)
04:10 – Parenting Differently & Breaking the Cycle
07:30 – Trauma, Maturity & Identity
10:20 – Raising Kids in a Different Environment
13:59 – The Adoption Decision (Survival vs Love)
16:20 – Acceptance vs Peace
20:50 – Advice for Kids in Tough Homes
24:20 – Looking Back: Growth & Perspective
26:45 – How MTV Changed Everything
30:30 – The Truth About Adoption
36:30 – Relationship With Carly Today
39:30 – Explaining Adoption to His Kids
45:20 – Growing Up on TV (The Reality)
47:50 – Talking to Kids About Sex
53:10 – Intentional Parenting
58 min
April 20 This System Explains Your Life, Relationships & Timing…
What if your life isn’t random… but actually follows a pattern?
In this episode, we sit down with Ipek Gray—economist turned life coach and founder of The Born Method—to break down how numbers, patterns, and timing can reveal your true strengths, decision-making style, and life path.
We dive into why so many high-achieving women feel unfulfilled, how to identify your “zone of genius,” and why success on paper doesn’t always translate to alignment in real life.
If you’ve ever felt stuck, confused, or like something is “off” despite doing everything right—this conversation will change how you see yourself and your future.
This isn’t about motivation.
It’s about understanding the system behind your life.

Learn more about Keesha: https://keeshascott.com/
Learn more about Ipek Gray and the Born Method: https://www.ipekgray.com/

00:00 – Meet Ipek Gray & The Born Method
01:12 – Understanding Yourself Through Patterns
03:17 – What The Born Method Actually Is
05:13 – Your “Zone of Genius” Explained
06:18 – How Childhood Shapes Your Patterns
08:34 – Why Life Isn’t Fragmented
10:30 – Using Numbers in Business & Decisions
12:17 – Timing vs Prediction (Big Difference)
21:41 – Why Successful Women Feel Misaligned
25:03 – The Life Cycle That Changes Everything
29:32 – Final Takeaway: Stop Comparing Yourself
34 min
April 13 Dr Mary Claire Haver | The “Zone of Chaos” Every Woman Needs to Understand
If you’ve ever felt like something is “off” in your body—but no one can explain why—this episode is for you.
Dr. Mary Claire Haver breaks down the truth about perimenopause, a phase of life that millions of women experience but few fully understand. From mood swings and anxiety to weight gain, sleep disruption, and loss of libido, many of the symptoms women face in their 40s are often misdiagnosed or dismissed entirely.
We dive into the science behind hormonal changes, why the medical system has lagged in treating women properly, and what you can actually do to take control of your health.
If you’ve ever been told “it’s just stress” or “it’s all in your head,” this episode will completely change the way you see your body.
👉 You’re not crazy. There’s a reason—and a solution.

Learn more about Keesha: https://keeshascott.com/
Follow Dr. Mary Claire Haver: https://www.instagram.com/drmaryclaire/

00:00 Introduction to Dr. Mary Claire Haver
01:35 Why Perimenopause Needed Its Own Conversation
02:40 The Moment Everything Started to Shift
05:15 The “Zone of Chaos” Explained
06:10 Misdiagnosed: Prescribed Prozac Instead of Hormone Support
08:12 Hormones vs Mental Health
09:17 Why This Phase Hits So Hard in Midlife
10:54 The Failure of the Medical System for Women
14:20 Sleep Disruption & Hormones
16:36 Sex, Libido & Hormonal Changes
18:32 Weight Gain, Metabolism & GLP-1
21:20 Skin Aging & Collagen Loss
22:41 Acceptance vs Optimization in Aging
23:12 “You’re Not Crazy” — The Power of Validation
24:08 Why Women Are Finally Speaking Out
27:46 Legacy, Impact & Helping Future Generations
28:09 The Deeper Meaning of Success & Motherhood
31 min
April 07 Midlife Isn’t a Crisis—It’s Freedom | Live with Angela Burke
What if midlife isn’t a crisis… but the most freeing chapter of your life?
In this episode of Cake for Dinner Live, we sit down with Angela Burke, author of The Real Life: A Real Girl’s Guide to Midlife, to unpack the honest, unfiltered truth about what really happens in your 40s, 50s, and beyond.
From identity shifts and hormone changes to self-acceptance, boundaries, and rediscovering desire—this conversation breaks the silence around topics many women experience but rarely talk about.
Angela shares her personal journey through motherhood, divorce, and reinvention, along with powerful insights from other women navigating midlife. The biggest takeaway? You’re not broken—and you’re definitely not alone.
If you’ve ever felt lost, disconnected, or unsure of who you are becoming… this episode is your permission slip to reclaim yourself.
Learn more about Keesha: https://keeshascott.com/
Grab a copy of Angelas book: https://www.amazon.com/Real-Girls-Guide-Midlife-Fearless-ebook/dp/B0G6XN86R9/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?crid=2VTKBOWDNNPG2&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.xJqDxVbzZA8-eLh3bk_vK55MrUiI1PPoPgHIgeVUUog.L-z293hCR_RxmzfaLwPCv1m1j1sQjjGNHvBPJcLqyKc&dib_tag=se&keywords=author+angela+burk&qid=1775559979&sprefix=author+anggela+burk+%2Caps%2C139&sr=8-1

00:00 – Intro: The Truth About Midlife
01:12 – Why Angela Wrote the Book
04:05 – The “Hot Takes” That Challenge Midlife Norms
07:10 – Desire, Libido & Wanting More at Any Age
10:05 – Comparison, Exhaustion & Letting Go
13:20 – Settling Into Yourself in Your 50s
16:05 – Body Acceptance vs Body Appreciation
19:10 – Why Midlife Is Actually Liberating
22:15 – The Myth of “Having It All Together”
25:00 – Small Shifts That Change Everything (Saying No)
28:10 – Choosing Yourself: Yes vs No Seasons
31:20 – Common Threads All Women Share
34:15 – The “Cheat Code” for Younger Women
37:30 – Why These Conversations Were Never Happening
40:20 – Breaking Shame Around Menopause & Aging
43:10 – Is Midlife About Loss… or Transformation?
47:00 – How to Handle Feeling Lost or Unrecognizable
50:10 – Practical First Steps to Reconnect With Yourself
53:00 – You’re Not Alone: The Core Message
55:10 – Angela’s Favorite Parts of the Book
58:00 – Final Thoughts + Where to Find Angela
27 min
April 06You Don’t FIND Joy… But she’ll tell you how to mine it.
What happens when life doesn’t go as planned?
Today we sit down with Sarrah Strimel Bentley — founder of Damn Good Yoga, former Broadway performer, and a voice for resilience — to unpack a story filled with unimaginable challenges and incredible strength.
From losing her husband during pregnancy, to battling breast cancer, navigating IVF, and ultimately building her family through surrogacy… Sarah’s journey is a testament to what it means to keep going when everything falls apart.
But this episode isn’t just about survival — it’s about learning how to choose joy, even in the hardest seasons of life.
We dive into:
Fertility struggles and the emotional reality of IVF
What cancer taught her about living fully
The power of support systems and love
Why “mining for joy” is a daily practice
How pain can transform into purpose
Learn more about Keesha: https://keeshascott.com/
Follow Sarrah: https://www.instagram.com/sarrahstrimelbentley/
00:00 Introduction
01:26 Who Is Sarah Bentley?
03:00 The Moment That Changed Her Life
03:10 How Cancer Changed Her Perspective
06:06 What It Really Means to Choose Joy
08:53 Mining for Joy in Hard Seasons
09:20 Losing Her Husband While Pregnant
10:35 Fertility, Family, and Uncertainty
15:13 Cancer Diagnosis and Motherhood Questions
16:04 IVF and the Emotional Toll
17:19 IVF During a Double Mastectomy
20:00 Fear, Love, and Relationship Strength
22:33 Finding Hope Later in Life
23:51 The Surrogacy Journey
26:17 Social Media Judgment and Misunderstanding
27:26 Motherhood Is a Series of Letting Go
29:11 Turning Personal Pain Into Purpose
30:28 When She Was Ready to Share Publicly
32:04 How Her Honesty Helped Other Women
33:50 What She Wants Women in Hard Seasons to Hear
35:19 Daily Habits That Help Her Choose Joy
36:34 Alcohol, Numbing, and Missing the Good
38:20 Sobriety and Choosing a Better Life
39:07 Final Reflections and Where to Find Sarah
41 min
March 30 The Parenting Mistake Creating Anxious Kids (Psychotherapist Explains)
Are you helping your kids… or accidentally holding them back?
Psychotherapist, parent coach, and author Nicole Runyon breaks down one of the biggest parenting mistakes today — over-helping our kids to avoid discomfort.
We dive into why so many children today struggle with confidence, anxiety, and independence… and how it often starts at home.
Nicole shares practical strategies to help parents raise resilient, self-sufficient kids — without damaging connection or trust.
If you’ve ever stepped in to “make things easier” for your child, this conversation might completely change how you parent.
🔑 In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
-Why over-parenting creates anxious, dependent kids
-The real reason kids lack confidence today
-How to let your kids struggle (in a healthy way)
-Age-appropriate independence for toddlers, kids, and teens
-How your own fear and past experiences affect your parenting
-Practical ways to build resilience and self-trust in your child
Learn More About Keesha: https://keeshascott.com/
Follow Nicole: https://www.instagram.com/igenerationmentalhealth/
00:00 Introduction to Nicole Runyon
03:57 Why Parenting Discomfort Is the Real Challenge
06:07 Is Technology Really the Problem?
06:37 The Premise of Free to Fly
08:34 Are We Robbing Kids of Growth?
09:14 Doing Too Much for Your Kids
11:22 How Overhelping Hurts Confidence
13:03 Parenting Against Independence
18:24 Why Parents Resist Letting Go
19:07 Parenting From Fear, Trauma, and Guilt
21:06 The Most Common Ways Parents Overhelp
25:24 What to Do When Kids Won’t Step Up
28:24 The “Super Mom” Identity Trap
29:29 What Parents Should Stop Doing for Teens
31:30 What Parents Should Stop Doing at Every Age
35:09 When Kids Should Wake Themselves Up
35:42 Nicole Runyon on Phones, Tech, and Video Games
39:01 Handling Phones and Peer Pressure
41:36 How to Get Back on Track as a Parent
43:29 Why Letting Kids Struggle Matters
44:33 Where to Find Nicole Runyon
41 min