The Real Mama Pod

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November 12EP. 155 More Than Just a Super Dad
What happens when fatherhood, science, and superheroes collide? In this episode, we’re sitting down with an amazing dad who wears many hats: father, PhD, and children’s book author!
We get real about fatherhood, parenting styles, and how becoming a dad has shaped the man he is today. Then we switch gears and dive into his world of agricultural economics, exploring how climate change impacts our families, our communities, and the future of our children.
Plus, we talk about what inspired him to write a children’s book featuring a climate change superhero and why empowering the next generation starts with making big conversations accessible to little minds.
It’s a conversation filled with fatherhood gems, knowledge, and a reminder that the lessons we teach our children today can help shape the world they inherit tomorrow.
Click here to purchase "Captain Noah A Climate Change Superhero"
Click here to view EP. 131 "Gentle Parenting, Conscious Discipline & Zero Waste", in support of our conversation about climate change.
Click here to view EP. 52 "Zero Waste Mama," also in support of our conversation around climate change.
"The Green Effect" (Dad Juice - Cocktail)
2 oz. Cognac
1/4 oz. Simple Syrup
2 dashes of bitters
Orange peel
Connect with Eric on social media:
IG - dr_orear and @climate_change_heroes
Connect with us on social media:
IG - @therealmamapod
Devon - @devgrace_
Kendra - @kendraferg_
Visit our website www.therealmamapod.com
41 min
November 05 EP. 154 The Dads Have Entered the Chat: Fatherhood, Mental Health & Raising Athletes
The mamas are off the mic, and the dads are taking over! Just in time for No Shave November, our husbands are back for their annual Dad Takeover episode, and they’re keeping it REAL.

The fellas sit down for a much-needed check-in on their mental health, what fatherhood really means to them, and the joys and challenges of raising boys. From navigating the world of youth sports and becoming sports dads to balancing the responsibilities of fatherhood while making time for themselves, nothing is off the table.

What does being a good dad look like? How do men prioritize their mental health while showing up for their families? And what happens when the boys aren’t the only competitive ones on the sidelines?

This episode is all about fatherhood, brotherhood, vulnerability, and giving dads the space to have real conversations, too.

Fellas, this one’s for y’all! And mamas, grab your husbands because this is one conversation you don’t want to miss!
Connect with us on social media:
IG - @therealmamapod
Devon - @devgrace_
Kendra - @kendraferg_
Visit our website www.therealmamapod.com
36 min
October 29EP. 153 Motherhood, Hearing Loss & the Power of Empathy with Shan B
A little more understanding can make a BIG difference!

On this episode of The Real Mama Pod, we’re sitting down with Shan B, a hard-of-hearing mama and advocate for hearing aid wearers, for an honest and insightful conversation about motherhood, accessibility, and the importance of empathy.

Shan opens up about her journey to motherhood, the challenges she’s faced along the way, and what it’s like navigating the world as a hard-of-hearing parent. We also discuss how people can become better allies to the hard-of-hearing and Deaf communities by leading with compassion, being more mindful, and creating spaces where everyone feels seen, heard, and supported.

This conversation is a reminder that while we may not always understand someone else’s experience, we can always choose to approach them with kindness.

Tune in, learn something new, and share this episode with someone who could benefit from a little more understanding. Because building a village means making room for EVERYONE!
“With Love” (Mama Juice - Mocktail)
TÖST - White Tea, White Cranberry and Ginger Sparkling (non-alcoholic) Beverage
Connect with Shan B. on social media:
IG - @shanb_mamasqd and @motherforward

Connect with us on social media:
IG - @therealmamapod
Devon - @devgrace_
Kendra - @kendraferg_

Visit our website www.therealmamapod.com

Thank you TÖST for gifting this episode's "Mama Juice." Visit their website www.tostbeverages.com to see where you can purchase their products!
39 min
October 22EP. 152 Bent But Never Broken
This week on The Real Mama Pod, we’re having a powerful, heartfelt conversation with Tamesha aka “Fye Redd” about resilience, survival, and what it means to keep going when life has tested you in unimaginable ways.

She opens up about navigating domestic violence, experiencing the heartbreaking loss of a child, and facing other life challenges that could have easily changed her story forever. Through the pain, grief, and unexpected twists, she reminds us that even when life bends us in ways we never imagined, our story doesn’t have to end there.
We’re talking about healing, finding strength in the middle of adversity, and learning to keep moving forward while giving ourselves grace along the way. Because sometimes being strong doesn’t mean you never fall apart. Sometimes, it means finding the courage to put yourself back together, one day at a time.
Mama, if life has ever knocked you down, this conversation is your reminder that you are more than what you’ve been through. Your pain is real, your healing matters, and there is still room for hope.
“You Can't Break Me” (Mama Juice - Cocktail)
Tequila (Reposado)
Fresh Pineapple
Fresh Lime
Fresh Lemon
Connect with Fye Redd on social media:
IG - @fye_redd
Connect with us on social media:
IG - @therealmamapod
Devon - @devgrace_
Kendra - @kendraferg_
Visit our website www.therealmamapod.com
40 min
October 16EP. 151 The Superwoman Complex: Who’s Taking Care of Mama?
We’re getting real about the Superwoman Complex with Dr. Swiner!
In this conversation, we’re unpacking why so many moms feel the pressure to do it all, why asking for help can feel so hard, and how constantly putting ourselves last can impact our health. From recognizing the physical effects of chronic stress to navigating mom guilt and advocating for ourselves in the doctor’s office, we’re having the conversations every mama needs to hear.
And for our Black mamas, we’re diving into the importance of speaking up, asking questions, and making sure our health concerns are heard.
Because being ambitious, successful, and a great mama shouldn’t mean living in survival mode.
Tune in for this honest, empowering conversation and a reminder that you deserve the same care you so freely give to everyone else.
“Doctor's Orders” (Mama Juice - Cocktail)
2 oz vodka
1 oz. Lychee syrup
1/2 oz. Lychee liqueur
1/2 oz. Fresh lime juice
Connect with Dr. Swiner on social media:
IG - @docswiner
Connect with us on social media:
IG - @therealmamapod
Devon - @devgrace_
Kendra - @kendraferg_
Visit our website www.therealmamapod.com
52 min
October 08EP. 150 Why This Canadian Mama Chose America
What makes a mama leave Canada and start over in America?

On this episode of The Real Mama Pod, we’re sitting down with Melinda, a Hindu mama, wife, and real estate professional who made the decision to move her family from Canada to the United States.

Melinda gets real about what influenced her family’s decision to move, the differences she experienced between Canadian and American education, salaries, maternity leave, and what it’s really like raising a family on the other side of the border.

We also talk about building a career in real estate, creating opportunities for your family, and the realities of starting over in a new country.

This conversation will have you asking: Could you leave everything you know behind if you believed it would create a better future for your family?

Tune in, share this episode with a mama who needs to hear it, and tell us in the comments: Would you choose to raise your family in Canada or America?
“Just Do It” (Mama Juice - Mocktail)
Lemonade
Splash og Ginger Ale
Ice
Connect with Melinda on social media:
IG - @melindamaharaj
Connect with us on social media:
IG - @therealmamapod
Devon - @devgrace_
Kendra - @kendraferg_
Visit our website www.therealmamapod.com
42 min
October 01EP. 149 ABA by Day, Pilates by Passion
Hey mama, this week on The Real Mama Pod, we’re talking about the beautiful balancing act of motherhood, career, wellness, and making space for the things that bring you joy, with Tia Glover!
Our guest is a mama who works in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) while also pursuing her passion for Pilates. We’re getting into what inspired her career in ABA, what her work looks like, and how she balances supporting others while still finding time to pour into herself.
We’re also talking about motherhood, movement, self-care, and the importance of having something that makes YOU feel good outside of being a mom.
Because let’s be real, mama…you can be passionate about your family AND have passions that belong to you, too.
Tune in for a conversation about finding balance, following your passions, and remembering that taking care of yourself is part of taking care of your family.
Listen now and share this episode with a mama who needs the reminder to make space for herself, too!
“The Instructor” (Mama Juice)
2 oz. Tequila
1 oz. Fresh Lime Juice
3/4 oz. Triple Sec
1/4 oz. Agave
Ice
Salt rim (optional)
Lime wedge (optional)
Connect with Tia on social media:
IG - @tiagloverbehavioralhealth
Connect with us on social media:
IG - @therealmamapod
Devon - @devgrace_
Kendra - @kendraferg_
Visit our website www.therealmamapod.com
32 min
September 24EP. 148 Let’s Talk About the G Word | Gestational Diabetes, NICU Mom & Finding Her Way
What happens when a diagnosis changes your pregnancy, but you refuse to let it change who you are?

In this episode of The Real Mama Pod, we sit down with Titi, a Nigerian American mama who experienced gestational diabetes during ALL THREE of her pregnancies.

Titi gets real about what it was like to hear those words over and over again, take ownership of her diagnosis, and learn how to care for herself and her babies without losing the parts of herself that mattered most.

She found ways to create meals that supported her health while still honoring her Nigerian roots, culture, and the foods she grew up loving. Because sometimes motherhood asks us to make changes, but that doesn’t mean we have to lose ourselves in the process.

And then there’s her NICU story.

Titi opens up about becoming a NICU mom to a baby who was once medically fragile and the emotional journey of watching that same child grow and THRIVE. This is the kind of motherhood story that reminds you just how strong a mama can be when life doesn’t go according to plan.

This conversation is about gestational diabetes, motherhood, culture, NICU life, resilience, advocating for yourself, and finding a way to still be YOU through it all.

If you’ve ever received a diagnosis during pregnancy and thought, “Okay…now what?” this conversation is for you.

“Espresso Yo’ Self” (Mama Juice)
2 oz. Vodka
1 oz. Espresso
3/4 oz. Coffee Liqueur
1/4 oz. Simple Syrup

Grab your mama bestie and press play.

Real moms. Real stories. Real conversations.

Connect with Titi on social media:
IG - @titistableofficial
YT - @titistable
Connect with us on social media:
IG - @therealmamapod
Devon - @devgrace_
Kendra - @kendraferg_
Visit our website www.therealmamapod.com
Grab your Gestational Diabetes guide www.titistable.com
43 min
September 17EP. 147 The Root of it All
Who says you need a green thumb to grow something good? In this episode, we’re getting our hands dirty and talking all things gardening!
We’re chatting with our favorite gardener, Dr. Dominique Kinsler, about how to get started, why growing your own food can be so rewarding, and the simple ways anyone can incorporate gardening into their everyday life. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener and plant lover, or the person who somehow manages to kill every houseplant you touch, there’s something in this conversation for you.
So grab your mama juice, put on your gardening gloves, and come grow with us!
Mama Juice
“The Root” (Cocktail)
Prosecco
Fresh lemon
Fresh lime
“The Root” (Mocktail)
Sparkling Water or Sparkling Grape Juice
Fresh lemon
Fresh lime
Connect with Dominique on social media:
IG - @pharmunique
Connect with us on social media:
IG - @therealmamapod
Devon - @devgrace_
Kendra - @kendraferg_
Visit our website www.therealmamapod.com
45 min
September 10 EP. 146 Guess Who's Back?!
Season 5 is HERE, y’all!

Kendra and Devon are back and kicking off the new season with a much-needed catch-up! From life lately to their unforgettable Essence experience, they’re spilling all the tea on what they’ve been up to and what you can expect from The Real Mama Pod this season.

And because motherhood comes with ALL the things, the mamas are also talking about what it really means to be a sports mom. The schedules, the practices, the games, the cheering from the sidelines, the pressure, the pride, and everything in between.

If you’ve been wondering where we’ve been… THIS is the episode you need to hear.

We missed y’all, and we’re so excited to be back! Welcome to Season 5 of The Real Mama Pod. Real moms. Real stories. Real life. No perfection required.

Grab your mama juice and press play!
Connect with us on social media:
IG - @therealmamapod
Devon - @devgrace_
Kendra - @kendraferg_
Visit our website www.therealmamapod.com
41 min

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(Mama)hood is a vulnerable and layered community to be part of. Devon and Kendra have shaped their podcast to fit mamas in all phases. Whether you’re on the quest to become a mama or already have kiddos, there are constant learning curves and many questions without answers.

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