Once upon a time there was the "freshman 15"... but now, is it the Covid 19? Between homeschooling, working from home (or living at work?), we are barely taking care of ourselves. And we know it. The Dreamcatchers curated a panel of incredible experts to unpack Nutrition, Wellness, & Diet in our time of quarantine. Robin Kaiden MS, RD, CDN, CSSD; Justine Roth MS, RD, CDN, CEDRD; Laura Burak MS, RD, CDN; and Ali Kucich certified functional nutrition coach & health supported chef... remind us all how to make strong choices, show ourselves grace, and reteach us that food is energy...and we need every ounce we can get right now (and always!) Grab your favorite snack and listen in as this group of inspirational leaders champion you, your health... and your wellness.

The Dreamcatchers chat with Katherine McDonald of Kate McDonald Bridal, Lula Kate, and her *new* James & Hudson side hustle. Working supermom of 2 saw a need, craved a way to help, and created a solution using her infrastructure, her team, and her creativity. Marissa & Jamie found Katherine because she was the brains behind their own kids' school custom masks & gaiters. School Pride goes a long way, especially now. Grab your coffee & listen in as we unpack Katherine's incredible journey in this "What's the Matter".

The Dreamcatchers are thrilled to have a FULLY CHARGED conversation with Meaghan B. Murphy, the Content Chief at Woman's Day Magazine. Meaghan radiates positivity, is a true Jill of all trades & sidehustles, and is a megaphone for all things that make her say YAY. In addition to being a mom of 3 & running a magazine (NBD!), she moonlights as the creator of @bestfieldnj (a handle that celebrates her town, Westfield, NJ), started the inspirational @theyaylist & co-hosts a podcast of her own called, @offthegrampodcast. And, drum roll please, we can all take a chapter from her new book (releasing 2/23/21), "Your Fully Charged Life: A Radically Simple Approach to Having Endless Energy and Filling Every Day with Yay". Never has there be a more poignant time to sit down with a warrior like Meaghan. Just by listening, you will be surely inspired by her story and of course her WORD, YAY.

Ah, 2020 problems!!! The Dreamcatchers host a panel starring Marsha Gryvatz who is now working from home indefinitely for Bristol Myers Squibb. She represents all of us who suddenly and now not so suddenly found herself struggling to create professional space for herself in her home (away from the home school, the dishes, the dog, the bedroom, etc). Can you relate? Us, too. Thankfully, Leigh Genkinger of orderleigh home (a professional organizer) and Jacquelin Franklin of NICHEdg (a past Choice Fashion & Media candidate turned interior designer! Woot) weigh in with constructive, doable, ideas & wisdom...for Marsha, Marissa, Jamie...and frankly- everyone! Listen in for wit, tips, and more than a few laughs.

The Dreamcatchers are back *finally* to moderate live a panel of experts in Escaping Reality...even now! Chatting on the gorgeous back deck of Bell Works in Holdmel, NJ (recorded 9.15.20), listen in to how the #metroburb team is attempting to take some check out time, wink. Michael & Michelle DiChiaro of Escapology (experts in escaping); Jessica Laddaga of Holmdel Library (escape with a book!); and Marlena McGee of Skin and Grace (escape with self care and at home facials!)... don't be fooled, this episode is filled with just as much emotion as escapism!

Jessie De Chellis kicks off The Dreamcatchers new podcast segment, Whats the MATTER. Our hearts go out to those impacted by the pandemic in the hospitality industry- listen ins as Jessie, who works for both One Willow in Highlands, NJ and Drumthwacket (the NJ Governors Mansion)talks shop, progress, and pandemic. The kicker? Jessie also has her masters in Public Health. Marissa & Jamie hang on her every word as she spreads light on restaurant pivots, safety, and finding joys even in trying times.

Recorded LIVE on Monmouth Street in Red Bank, NJ (8.27.20), The Dreamcatchers moderated a JAM packed panel of phenomenal business owners who have had to switch a gear or two to survive and thrive during a pandemic. Tune in as Erica Lieberman of Mr. Pizza Slice/Ce La Vi & Toss'd, John Arcara of Red Tank Brewing & John Arcara Photography, Jessie De Chellis of One Willow/Drumthwacket (NJ Governors Mansion), and special guest, Monmouth native Cate Luzio of beloved NYC co-working space, Luminary- chime in with heart, soul, and truth about what the **** happened over the course of the last six months. Even Ming Chen from Shared Universe chimed in.... The storyline may have been local, but the sentiment was global. This crew gets it and all of you. BYO and listen in!

Has there ever been a topic more hot than VIRTUAL EDUCATION? The Dreamcatchers chat with Amy Scholz, who has been at the forefront of education & technology, throughout her career. Listen in as the CMO and mother of 2 chased a dream of teaching the first grade in the mid west and ended up educating educators - everywhere. Growing up in the world of online education in firms like Wiley, Scholastic, and even Amazon- Amy is the Chief Marketing Officer of Imagine Learning. She is passionate, inspiring, and quite frankly an incredible teacher. Amy weighs in with Marissa & Jamie on all things dream jobs, career pivots, and YUP- how she doesn't believe in balance (wink wink, you need to listen to embrace this gem of brilliant wisdom- her truth is a game changer).

The Dreamcatchers catch up with old friend, fellow working mother , & neighbor from their Hoboken days, Joelle Friedland. Joelle built an incredible career in media & creative services after deciding law school was not for her, wink- we know how the Dreamcatchers love a career pivot story! Recently recognized by She Runs It as a 2020 Working Mother of the Year, Joelle weighs in on life at her dream job and firm, minds + assembly. #nbd, she and her co- founders cultivated everything they could imagine in a "workplace" and just recently celebrated m+a's 5th anniversary. Listen as Joelle talks inspiration, hiring, growing her firm, hard work, change, parenting and pandemic. Marissa & Jamie tried to get her to hire them a few times in this conversation and you will certainly follow suit!

The Dreamcatchers moderate a virtual panel about our current career climate for this month's installment of their beloved Bell Works speaker series (recorded 7.7.20) Take a professional beat with: Tim Mack HR Manager at Vydia, Kelly Gliatta VP of Talent at WorkWave, Vaughan Machado Senior Branch Manager at Adecco, and both career and leadership development gurus Anne LaPorta & Jennifer Winn of Brookdale Community College career center. Listen in as they discuss staffing, resumes, the new normal, job search, professional pivot, & re-calibrating our balance... Real talk from real experts and not to worry, The Dreamcatchers duo celebrates what links us all now (perhaps more than ever): Empathy & Hope.