Work in Progress: Moms Edition

Jessie Murphy, Sarah Moran
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Meet two 30-something working moms, former colleagues turned best friends, who are navigating the rollercoaster of life after being laid off. From the highs of welcoming new babies to the lows of job rejections, from hustling in contract work to managing the chaos of everyday motherhood, we're here to share it all. Join us as we laugh, cry, and keep it real about the challenges of finding new opportunities, balancing it all, and redefining what success looks like. This is a podcast for moms who get it—because we’re all in this together.

  1. 2 DAYS AGO

    Work in Progress: Spotting Job Scams with Career Coach Cristin Downs

    This week on Work in Progress: Mom’s Edition, Jessie and Sarah welcome back their first repeat guest, career coach Cristin Downs. Cristin works with career changers, layoff rebounders, leaders, and new managers, and she’s someone both Jessie and Sarah leaned on during their own job searches. In today’s job market, job scams are everywhere. But how do you actually spot them? Cristin joins us to break down the growing rise of fake job postings and recruiting scams, why job seekers, especially those navigating layoffs or career transitions, can be particularly vulnerable, and the red flags everyone should know before hitting “apply.” We talk about: ​ How common job scams really are right now​ The most frequent types of scams targeting job seekers​ Warning signs hidden in job postings and recruiter outreach​ Practical ways to verify whether a job is legitimate​ How busy parents job searching at night (or between kid chaos) can stay safe without slowing down their momentum Cristin also shares an empowering mindset shift for navigating today’s challenging job market. And of course, we wrap things up with our weekly segment Kids Chaos, because parenting doesn’t pause just because you’re trying to land your next role. If you’re currently job hunting, pivoting careers, or just want to protect yourself in an increasingly complicated job market, this episode is a must-listen.

    43 min

  2. 18 FEB

    Postpartum Layoff and Career Shock in the Fourth Trimester

    This week on Work in Progress: Mom’s Edition, we’re joined by communications professional Erin Kelly to talk about what happens when maternity leave takes an unexpected turn. What should have been a season of bonding and adjusting to life with a newborn became something else entirely: a layoff. In this episode, Erin shares what it was like to receive that news during the most vulnerable stage of early motherhood — and how it impacted her identity as both a professional and a mom. We talk about: The moment she found out and what went through her mind How postpartum emotions collided with job loss The mental load of caring for a newborn while processing uncertainty The realities of childcare, finances, and redefining timelines What support actually helps (and what doesn’t) What employers need to better understand about layoffs during maternity leave Erin also shares the unexpected clarity that came from disruption, her LinkedIn challenge, and a relatable dose of kids chaos to remind us that even in the hardest seasons, there’s still humor to be found. If you’ve ever questioned your identity outside of your job, faced uncertainty during maternity leave, or tried to rebuild while running on no sleep — this conversation is for you. You’re not alone. And like always, we’re figuring it out together. 💛

    41 min

  3. 5 FEB

    When Kids Are Home: Sick Days, Snow Days & Trying to Get Anything Done

    WELCOME to another episode of Work in Progress: Mom’s Edition! We’re Jessie & Sarah, and this week, we’re officially back, shooting the shit, catching up, and easing back into podcasting like it’s our first day after winter break.Like everything else in mom life, this episode is… delayed. Think of it as our podcast having a 2-hour delay, just like school did every single day this week (looking at you, Clive 👀❄️).We’re talking about surviving sick season, snow days, and the absolute chaos of trying to work, job hunt, or be productive when your kids are home nonstop. From constant interruptions to the mental load of holding it all together, this one is a very real look at parenting in survival mode.Before we dive in, we check in on how we’re actually doing, and of course, we wrap it up with Kids Chaos, because there’s always a story when everyone’s home all week.If your routine has been blown up by snow, sickness, or school delays… same. You’re not alone, and we’re glad you’re here.

    35 min

  4. 21 JAN

    Why Moms Can’t Do It All (And Why That’s Not a Failure)

    In this episode of Work in Progress: Mom’s Edition, Jessie and Sarah get real about the hidden cost of trying to “do it all.” Raised on 90s girl power and told we could have everything—career, motherhood, identity, balance—we’re now discovering the truth no one prepared us for: you can’t hold it all at the same time. We talk about the guilt, grief, resentment, exhaustion, and constant pull between competing versions of ourselves—and why feeling this way doesn’t mean you’re failing. It means the equation was impossible to begin with. If you’ve ever felt stretched thin, conflicted, or like you’re falling short no matter what you do, this conversation is for you. Plus, as always, we wrap things up with our weekly segment, Kids Chaos, because life is nothing if not a little unhinged. 🎧 New episodes weekly.

    39 min

  5. 14 JAN

    We’re Back: Holidays, New Beginnings & Kids Chaos

    We’re backkkk! 🎉After a little holiday break, Work in Progress: Mom’s Edition is officially kicking off 2026 with a much-needed catch-up episode. In this first episode of the year, Sarah and Jessie recap the whirlwind of the holidays, family time, survival mode moments, and everything in between. Jessie also shares exciting news about a brand-new venture she’s launching in 2026 — a program inspired by a successful trial at Sadie’s school, focused on helping kids build confidence through emotional awareness and role-playing. (We’re obsessed.) It’s a conversation full of reflection, fresh starts, and that familiar reminder that growth rarely looks linear — especially in motherhood. And of course, we wrap things up with Kids Chaos, because no comeback episode would be complete without it. If you’re easing back into routine, dreaming up something new, or just trying to survive January — this one’s for you.

    37 min

  6. 02/12/2025

    ICYMI: Strong Moms, Strong Floors: A Chat with Dr. Sam Fazio Semar

    This week on Work in Progress: Mom’s Edition, we’re joined by healthcare trailblazer Dr. Samantha Fazio Semar, founder of Pelvio Physical Therapy and mom to one-year-old Avery. Dr. Sam (@pelvio.pt) is on a mission to make pelvic floor care more accessible and to revolutionize pregnancy and postpartum rehabilitation in Philadelphia. We dive into what pelvic floor physical therapy actually is, common misconceptions, and why every mom (yes, even the ones who’ve peed in the woods 🙋‍♀️) should know about it. Sam also opens up about running her own practice, balancing motherhood, and finding strength—literally and figuratively—through all of it. Raw, real, and unexpectedly hilarious, this episode reminds us that taking care of yourself is part of taking care of your family.

    52 min

  7. 25/11/2025

    Thanksgiving Check-In: Plans, Gratitude & a Little Bit of Chaos

    In this special Thanksgiving episode of Work in Progress: Mom’s Edition, Jessie & Sarah are back to talk honestly about unemployment, motherhood, gratitude, and—of course—the holiday chaos that comes with it. While we’re not big fans of toxic positivity, we are fans of real talk. And this year, even in the middle of job searching and uncertainty, we’ve found a few things we’re genuinely grateful for: time with our kids, space to reflect, unexpected moments of connection, and this podcast—our favorite corner of the internet. We kick things off with our Thanksgiving plans (spoiler: there are kids, logistics, and carbs involved), then dive into what gratitude looks like during a hard season. This isn’t the Pinterest-perfect version of thankfulness—it’s the honest, messy, mom-in-transition version. And, as always, we close with Kids Chaos, our weekly segment where we share a moment from our lives that’s funny, sweet, relatable, or straight-up meltdown material. If you're navigating motherhood, job hunting, or just trying to get through Thanksgiving in one piece—you’re in good company.

    34 min

  8. 18/11/2025

    Redefining Success as a Mom: Ambition, Wellness & the Awakened Achiever with Kristy Kilduff

    Welcome back to Work in Progress: Mom’s Edition — the podcast where we get real about unemployment, motherhood, ambition, and figuring out what the next chapter looks like. This week, we’re sitting down with someone who embodies all of it: Kristy Kilduff, founder of Awakened Achiever, a growing community designed for ambitious women and moms who have checked every box of “success” but still feel disconnected from peace, presence, and purpose. A nearly 20-year corporate veteran, sales executive at a major corporation, and mom of three under eight, Kristy joins us to talk about the moment she realized something had to change — and how she began redefining success from the inside out. We dive into:✨ What it means to rewrite your relationship with ambition✨ The pressure high-achieving moms face (and how to loosen it)✨ Why wellness can coexist with big goals✨ The three pillars of Awakened Achiever: clarifying priorities, reconnecting with purpose, and cultivating community✨ Simple, low-pressure wellness habits moms can actually maintain✨ What the next 5–10 years could look like for working moms✨ And of course… Kids Chaos — Kristy’s hilarious weekly mom moment If you’re a mom feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of how to move forward, Kristy’s story and insights are exactly what you need today. Instagram & TikTok: @awakenedachieverWebsite: awakenedachiever.comJoin the Awakened Achiever Community:https://community.awakenedachiever.com/invitation?code=BB55GE

    39 min
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Meet two 30-something working moms, former colleagues turned best friends, who are navigating the rollercoaster of life after being laid off. From the highs of welcoming new babies to the lows of job rejections, from hustling in contract work to managing the chaos of everyday motherhood, we're here to share it all. Join us as we laugh, cry, and keep it real about the challenges of finding new opportunities, balancing it all, and redefining what success looks like. This is a podcast for moms who get it—because we’re all in this together.

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  • Creator
    Jessie Murphy, Sarah Moran
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    34
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Jessie Murphy, Sarah Moran
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    Work in Progress: Moms Edition