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Movies, motherhood, and a little bit of bossiness. Independent film producer Stacy Jorgensen joins Priscilla and Adele to talk about going from movie-obsessed kid to building a career behind the camera. She shares why she left acting for producing, what makes a great producer, and why her job is less about having all the answers and more about finding the right people who do. They also talk about motherhood, conflict resolution, fundraising, and why raising kids might actually be excellent training for managing adults on a film set. A fun conversation about making things happen, trusting your team, and following a career path that only makes sense in the rearview mirror.
AI, overachievers, parenting pressure, and the girls who seem to have everything figured out.
Dr. Laura Hotchkiss joins Priscilla and Adele to talk about what students actually need from the adults around them, and why the answer is often less talking and more listening.
They get into high-achieving girls, college pressure, AI in the classroom, leadership, and the strange moment when you realize everyone is still figuring out the rules.
Laura also shares what becoming a head of school taught her about trusting herself, making hard decisions, and not taking every opinion personally.
A funny, thoughtful conversation about school, parenting, and growing into your own voice.
In this episode of So Mom, Juliana Johnson, founder and president of Lion VIP, talks about her journey from working in fashion and celebrity PR to building her own agency. She shares what she learned about starting a business, hiring people with complementary strengths, trusting younger team members, and adapting when the pandemic changed the PR industry almost overnight. Juliana also breaks down how TikTok, creators, Substack, Gen Z, and changing consumer habits are reshaping the way brands build awareness and loyalty.
In this episode of So, Mom, Adele and Priscilla sit down with renowned college admissions expert Dr. Jawaan J. Wallace for an honest conversation about one of the most stressful seasons in family life: the college search. They explore how parents can support their children without adding pressure, why finding the right college matters more than chasing rankings, and how to navigate rejections, college tours, and difficult decisions with confidence. Dr. Wallace also shares thoughtful advice on building a balanced college list, helping students stay true to themselves, and why the best college experience starts with knowing who you are- not just where you get in. Whether you're just starting the process or right in the middle of it, this episode is full of practical wisdom and reassurance for both parents and students.
To learn more about Dr. Jawaan J. Wallace and her work with students and families, visit BlueprintED at https://myblueprinted.com/
In this episode of So, Mom, Adele and Priscilla are joined by country music singer-songwriter, cookbook author, and social media favorite Hannah Dasher for a conversation that's equal parts music, family, and Southern hospitality. Hannah shares stories about chasing her dream in Nashville, preserving her grandmother's unforgettable recipes and humor, building a loyal following with Stand By Your Pan, and why great food and great music have a way of bringing people together. Along the way, they swap family stories, talk songwriting, country music, and the traditions worth holding onto.
In this episode of So, Mom, Adele and Priscilla welcome Dr. Solmaz Amirnazmi, a Stanford- and Harvard-trained physician and lifestyle medicine expert, for a conversation about health, wellness, and what it really means to take care of ourselves in a busy season of life. From the pressures of perfectionism and caring for everyone else first, to navigating menopause, healthy eating, and the overwhelming amount of health advice online, Dr. Solmaz offers practical, evidence-based insights that cut through the noise. Along the way, they talk about family, finding moments of calm in a hectic world, and why small, sustainable changes can have a powerful impact on long-term health.
In this episode of So, Mom, Adele and Priscilla sit down with entrepreneur Michael Kong for a candid conversation that spans generations- from his parents' interracial marriage in the 1960s to building a magazine company from the ground up. He shares what it was like to take big risks, navigate moments like 9/11 that nearly changed everything, and keep moving forward through uncertainty. It's a thoughtful, engaging episode about resilience, family, and the stories that shape who we become.
Rebecca Serle joins Adele and Priscilla to talk about her new novel Once and Again and the magic—and complexity—of mothers and daughters. The bestselling author shares the inspiration behind the story of three generations of women connected by a mysterious silver ticket that allows one chance to go back and change the past.
Together, they dive into family dynamics, forgiveness, and the evolving relationships between mothers, daughters, and grandmothers. Rebecca also reflects on becoming a new mom, how motherhood is reshaping her writing life, and what it means to balance creativity with raising a child.
It's a thoughtful, funny conversation about love, regret, and the stories we inherit—and the ones we choose to rewrite.
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