The Motherly Podcast

Motherly

  • 33 minutes 49 seconds
    Slime Queen Sara Schiller on creativity and the power of play
    In this episode, Liz interviews Sara Schiller, an inspiring entrepreneur who turned life’s unexpected challenges into the thriving slime experience, Sloomoo, now in five cities. Sara discusses how her experiences as a mother of a child with special needs have shaped her values and goals for her business and why it was important for her to create an inclusive and therapeutic space for both kids and adults to engage in play. She also talks about how she’s embraced neurodiversity in the workplace and reflects on the importance of connection, both within families and communities, especially in an era of increasing digital isolation.

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    6 March 2025, 9:00 am
  • 36 minutes
    Beth Berry on Wisdom at Every Stage of Motherhood
    This week, Liz speaks with Beth Berry, author of Motherworthy and a coach, teacher, adventurer, guide, and mother of four daughters. Beth compares her experience becoming a mom at the age of 17 to having three daughters after she was married and what she learned along the way. She also talks about the archetypes that taps into for her work – the idea of the maiden, mother, wild and wise woman, and crone – and what we can learn from each of these phases we go through as women.

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    27 February 2025, 9:00 am
  • 41 minutes 2 seconds
    Ali Krieger on Navigating Life Beyond the Game

    In this episode, Liz sits down with Ali Krieger, a retired professional soccer player, two-time World Cup champion, advocate for pay equity and LGBTQ+ rights, and current ESPN analyst. Ali opens up about the challenges she faced during her public separation from fellow soccer player Ashlyn Harris, her father's passing, and her retirement from the sport — all in a year. She also shares her thoughts on the pressures of professional sports and discusses the importance of seeing female athletes finally receiving the recognition they deserve.




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    20 February 2025, 9:00 am
  • 32 minutes 54 seconds
    Saving Lives: Kathryn Cross on the Power of Cord Blood Banking
    In this episode of the Motherly Podcast, Liz chats with Kathryn Cross, founder of Anja Health, a company dedicated to helping families preserve umbilical cord and placenta stem cells. Kathryn’s journey is deeply personal—she founded her company in memory of her brother Andrew, whose life was tragically impacted by the lack of available stem cells for his treatment. Kathryn explains how cord blood and placenta banking works, the future of stem cell preservation, and the importance of taking this proactive step for your child's health. She also shares insights on entrepreneurship and offers valuable advice for expecting parents considering cord blood banking for the first time.

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    7 November 2024, 9:00 am
  • 43 minutes 43 seconds
    This is How We Play: Caroline Cupp and Jessica Slice on Disability, Motherhood, and Representation
    In this episode of the Motherly Podcast, Liz welcomes guests Jessica Slice and Carolyn Cupp.  Both are passionate moms, disability justice activists, and the authors of the inspiring new picture book, This is How We Play. Jessica and Carolyn share their personal journeys with disabilities, discussing the importance of representation in children's literature for their own children and others. They also talk about how their experiences with their bodies have shaped their unique approaches to parenting. The conversation also highlights the systemic challenges faced by disabled parents and critiques society's relentless obsession with productivity.

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    31 October 2024, 8:00 am
  • 36 minutes 54 seconds
    The Mandalorian's Katee Sackhoff on Motherhood and Resilience
    In this episode of the Motherly Podcast, Liz sits down with actress Katee Sackhoff, known for her roles in Battlestar Galactica, Robot Chicken, and The Mandalorian. As a mother of two, Katee shares her heartfelt journey through cancer, surrogacy, and navigating her daughter's health challenges with neuroblastoma. Liz and Katee explore the lessons of motherhood, including the struggle of being an over-planner and the importance of savoring family moments.

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    24 October 2024, 8:00 am
  • 34 minutes 29 seconds
    Pop Culture Moms Andie Mitchell & Sabrina Kohlberg on TV’s Life Lessons
    In today’s episode, Liz chats with best friends Andie Mitchell and Sabrina Kohlberg, hosts of the Good Morning America and ABC podcast Pop Culture Moms. Together, they explore the evolving portrayal of motherhood in entertainment, share their insights from their podcasting journey, and talk about their own personal TV mom heroes.

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    17 October 2024, 8:00 am
  • 24 minutes 20 seconds
    Meena Harris: Lessons from a Legacy of Strong Women (Re-Release)

    In this special re-release for election season, we revisit an inspiring conversation with lawyer, founder of the Phenomenal Women Action Campaign, and children's book author Meena Harris. As the daughter of Maya Harris and niece of Presidential nominee Kamala Harris, Meena shares invaluable insights from her upbringing in a family of resilient, empowered women. Discover the stories that shaped her and the inspiration behind her beloved children's book, Kamala and Maya’s Big Idea, which highlights the remarkable journeys of her mother and aunt.


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    10 October 2024, 8:00 am
  • 37 minutes 53 seconds
    HGTV’s Jasmine Roth Shares her Blueprint for Motherhood
    Liz chats with Jasmine Roth, the star of HGTV’s popular show, Help! I Wrecked My House, where she helps homeowners fix their failed DIY projects. Jasmine shares how her expectations of motherhood were completely upended after the birth of her first daughter and reveals how her home-building experience surprisingly prepared her for the challenges of parenting. Plus, she offers valuable advice on budgeting and planning for your next home renovation project.

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    3 October 2024, 8:00 am
  • 35 minutes 59 seconds
    Rachel Platten on Finding Her Voice Through Motherhood
    Join singer-songwriter Rachel Platten, known for her anthem “Fight Song,” as she sits down with Liz to discuss her transformative journey into motherhood and how it inspired her latest album, I Am Rachel Platten. Rachel shares candid insights about her struggles with postpartum depression and anxiety, the importance of stepping back from the spotlight for her mental health, and how she’s learning to balance her career with the challenges and joys of motherhood. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about resilience, creativity, and reclaiming your voice.

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    26 September 2024, 8:00 am
  • 41 minutes 43 seconds
    Chamber of Mothers Erin Erenberg and Raena Boston Want Moms to Vote
    Liz speaks with Erin Berg and Raina Boston, the co-founders of Chamber of Mothers, a  non-profit that works at the federal and local levels of government to lobby for parental benefits like affordable child care, paid paternity leave, maternal health, and overall well-being. In today's episode, Erin and Raina share how we as moms can wield our political power this election season to benefit ourselves and our families and our neighbors and their kids. To learn how to get involved, you can visit https://chamberofmothers.com/vote-like-a-mother/

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    19 September 2024, 8:00 am
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