In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Julia Au, co-founder and CEO of the nation’s first peel-and-stick temporary wallpaper brand and a true trailblazer in modern home décor. Julia shares the remarkable story of how she and her twin sister launched their business in 2008—long before peel-and-stick wallpaper became a trend—and how they grew it from a tiny self-funded startup into a national brand sold in Target stores across the country.

Julia opens up about the early days: hustling through multiple jobs, working alongside her production-designer aunt on NYC film sets, researching wallpaper history from their apartment floor, and the long nights spent building prototypes with no roadmap and no investors. She reveals the pivotal phone call that transformed their company overnight—a call that led to an 1,800-store rollout at Target and permanently changed the peel-and-stick industry.

We dive into the creative process behind reinventing wallpaper, why craftsmanship and domestic manufacturing matter, and how the company continues to lead with design, quality, and eco-friendly materials. Julia also shares her experience as a CEO, founder, and mom of two, discussing the mental load, discipline, and daily habits that help her run a thriving company while raising a family.

Whether you’re a designer, entrepreneur, DIY décor lover, or mom building a dream from scratch, Nicole’s story is a masterclass in innovation, resilience, and the power of belief.

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Grief Coach Rachel McGonigle, a mother who turned unthinkable loss into a mission to support others walking through grief. Rachel shares her deeply personal journey navigating life after the loss of her twin girls—while still showing up as a mom to her son.

She opens up about what it felt like in the early days, when the message was simply to “deal with it” or figure it out alone. Instead of accepting the stigma of silence, Rachel did the opposite: she dove into learning, healing, and gathering every resource she could find. And she refused to keep any of it to herself.

That desire to learn and share ultimately led her to write her book, The Truth About Healing After Loss: A Proven Way Forward For Grievers Who Reject The “Forever Broken” Narrative and Want To Heal. In it, Rachel challenges outdated beliefs about grief and offers a path forward for those who want to heal without feeling guilty for it.

Today, she uses her education, personal experience, and compassion not as a way to erase pain, but to empower others to move through it with support, honesty, and hope.

In this inspiring episode of Mom Boss Chronicles, we sit down with Grace Crossman, owner and head chef of Cardinal Provisions in Asbury Park and the newly opened Mabel at Bell Works. Grace shares her story of how passion, creativity, and community fueled her journey from a small local kitchen to leading two beloved culinary destinations.

She opens up about her deep love for cooking, her connection to the Asbury community, her garden initiatives in her neighborhood, and how she’s cultivating both her restaurants and her growing family. From balancing entrepreneurship and motherhood to fostering sustainability and local partnerships, Grace gives us a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to build a legacy rooted in purpose — and flavor.

If you love food, community, and stories of women redefining success on their own terms, this episode is a must-listen.

In this inspiring episode of Mom Boss Chronicles, we sit down with a remarkable guest whose life took an unexpected turn from the fast-paced world of law to a more balanced, purpose-driven life. Once on track to become a Special Assistant U.S. Attorney, she was fiercely career-focused—until meeting the man who would become her husband changed everything.

She opens up about how marriage and motherhood reshaped her definition of success, the challenges of stepping off the traditional career fast track, and how she continues to pursue her passion for law in a more flexible way. Today, she’s also making a difference locally as a Board of Education member, proving that ambition doesn’t disappear—it evolves.

Tune in for a conversation about career pivots, identity, motherhood, and the power of choosing fulfillment over perfection.

In this episode of Mom Boss Chronicles, we sit down with Dr. Danielle Biggs, MD and Dr. Corinne Espinosa, DO — two powerhouse physicians who balance their demanding careers in the ER with running their own thriving private practice, NuGen Medical.

Passionate about transforming patient care beyond the hospital walls, they share how their journey led them to open a practice focused on hormone therapy, weight management, peptide therapy, and holistic health and wellness.

We dive into:

⚕️ What inspired their transition from emergency medicine to integrative wellness care

💡 The role of hormone health in energy, mood, and longevity

🥗 Practical tips for sustainable weight management

🧬 How peptide therapy is changing the future of medicine

👩‍⚕️ Their unique perspective as women doctors balancing career, business, and family

If you’re curious about modern, science-backed approaches to feeling your best from the inside out, this empowering episode is a must-listen.

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In this episode of Mom Boss Chronicles, we sit down with Megan Khichi, a beloved local photographer who shares her inspiring journey into photography. From her early love of Jane Magazine—where she landed an internship—to being the friend who always had her digital camera in hand, her path was filled with creativity, passion, and plenty of twists along the way. After friends and family began raving about her portraits, she found herself pursuing photography more seriously.

She opens up about her many career changes, including a decade-long career as a special education teacher, which while rewarding, took an emotional toll. She also talks about the encouragement of her supportive husband and the joy of raising her three active, sporty daughters. Through it all, she discovered that capturing life’s moments behind the lens is where her heart truly belongs.

Join us for this inspiring conversation about resilience, creativity, and finding purpose in unexpected places. Perfect for anyone balancing career pivots, family life, and the pursuit of passion.

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In this lighthearted and laughter-filled episode of Mom Boss Chronicles, we hand over the mics to our favorite guests yet—our sons, Hunter (Jenn’s son) and Michael (Sue’s son)! Get ready for a mix of silly YouTube slang, summer plans, favorite animals, goofy jokes, and a whole lot of chaos and love.

From their playful banter to their big kid energy, this episode is a peek into our lives as moms beyond the business hustle. It’s messy, funny, heartwarming, and guaranteed to put a smile on your face.

Tune in for the unfiltered kid takeover you didn’t know you needed!

In this episode, we sit down with Chef Lauren Covas, celebrated Food Network competition winner and cookbook author of Little Portugal, to explore her inspiring culinary journey. Lauren shares how her Portuguese-American heritage has influenced her cooking and her passion for keeping traditional recipes alive. As the owner of a successful local catering company and host of hands-on cooking classes, Lauren gives practical tips on meal prep for busy families, creative weeknight dinners, and making food both simple and joyful. Beyond the kitchen, she opens up about the balance of being a chef and raising teenage children, and how family plays a role in her love for food.

Whether you’re a foodie, a home cook, or someone curious about Portuguese cuisine, catering, and family-friendly meal prep, this episode will leave you hungry for more.

We sit down with Nicole Greco Peepas, a powerhouse mom of two and wellness entrepreneur, to hear her incredible journey from the world of high fashion in Manhattan to the forefront of health, fitness, and community impact in New Jersey.

Nicole shares how she pivoted from working at iconic fashion brands to becoming a top-tier fitness trainer at exclusive North Jersey gyms — including training Real Housewives of New Jersey star Teresa Giudice. She dives into her current passion project, BRO, a collective networking group that’s currently developing an authentic energy drink designed for real people with real energy needs.

We also chat about her heart-led philanthropic work as the co-founder of “Friends of the 'Well”, a local organization that has donated over $25,000 directly to families in need. Nicole opens up about balancing motherhood, marriage, and entrepreneurship, all while keeping wellness at the center of her life.

Whether you're into fitness, fashion, entrepreneurship, or local philanthropy, this episode is packed with insight, motivation, and real talk.

In this episode of Mom Boss Chronicles, we sit down with Tracey Hall, founder and publisher of Jersey Shore Scene — a digital publication dedicated to spotlighting the positive people, places, and stories that make the Jersey Shore so special. Tracey shares her powerful journey from high-pressure corporate publishing sales to creating a platform that fuels community and connection.

After falling ill and being dismissed by her employer, Tracey made the bold decision to pivot toward purpose. As a proud mother of five and grandmother of three, she talks candidly about family life, her roots growing up at the Jersey Shore, and the importance of wholesome living. Plus, she shares what it's like working alongside her son and building something that matters.

Tracey is also a contributing author in the book Magnificently Made, where her chapter “Having It All” dives into what it truly means to balance ambition, family, and self-worth.

Whether you're chasing your own entrepreneurial path or just need a dose of feel-good coastal energy, this episode is a must-listen.

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