This episode is dedicated to badass moms everywhere! Ericka is modern day superwoman who motivates me to keep pushing and I hope she does the same for you! She is unapologetically carving her own career lane as creator of the multimedia brand Sinking Heels of Motherhood blog and podcast, WHILE ALSO a full-time stay-at-home mom to a blended and special needs family of 7.

In this episode we talk about coparenting, special needs, career navigation, and being teen moms. Video version is also available.

This episode might restore your faith in humanity. Raul Alvarado is an essential service working helping his community stay connected. He's also a trusted friend, respected peer and a championed leader. Married for 17 years, and raising two teen boys he's learned a thing or two about life. In this episode we find out how he uses his favorite call to action on himself.

Spoilers:

- good people still exist

- making new friends is always possible

- distance doesn't have to divide

- somewhere out there is a good soul who's willing, ready and able to elevate your huddle

Pt. 1

Meet JP Calkins, a professional medical device salesman and what he considers "the best sale" he's ever made. Hear about his former jobs at Tweeter, Circuit City and Best Buy; how he dealt with the loss of his high school girlfriend; and how he went from working that "retail life" to landing a lucrative sales position within the medical industry. 1:05:55 (65min)

Pt.2 1:04:56-1:37:06 (32 min)

A home break-in leads to a new gun safety hobby. We also talk murder podcasts, the importance of healthy discourse, and what JP admires about Bill Rancic.

"The Sacrifices They Make - It's Huge"

Land of the free; home of the brave.

Barbara is the youngest Latina in the Illinois House of Representatives and the daughter of Mexican immigrants. Learn how this 1st generation American became one of the youngest shining stars in the Democratic party and how she's dealing with Covid19.