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A place where single parents come together to share their stories, find support, and never feel alone. I'm your host, a full-time working mom navigating the highs and lows of co-parenting two toddlers in a bustling city. 

  1. 6D AGO

    My Chat with Danielle Frank Author of A Wine Lover's Guide to Parenting

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Mommy Pod, we sit down with Danielle Frank, author of A Wine Lover’s Guide to Parenting and a woman who built a powerful career across industries—from Hollywood publicity at Miramax to leadership roles in the wine and spirits world with Bacardi and Moët Hennessy. But this conversation goes deeper than titles. We talk honestly about: 💛 What it really takes to build your life from the ground up 💛 Navigating career pivots, and stepping into new spaces 💛 Redefining motherhood when it doesn’t look traditional 💛 The emotional reality of being a bonus mom, aunt, and nurturer 💛 Letting go of perfection and finding what actually works for YOU Danielle opens up about her journey—what people didn’t see behind the success, how she found her footing, and what she’s learned about parenting, identity, and showing up in a messy, real way. This episode is for anyone who is: ✨ trying to rebuild ✨ feeling overwhelmed ✨ questioning their path ✨ or learning to define parenthood on her own terms Because there is no perfect parent—just real people figuring it out. 🎧 Tune in, take what you need, and remember… you’re doing better than you think. Danielle Frank traded red carpets for red wine—and never looked back. After starting her career in Hollywood publicity at Miramax International, she pivoted into the wine and spirits world, where she’s spent more than 21 years building luxury brands at Bacardi and Moët Hennessy, working with legendary champagne and wine houses including Dom Pérignon, Moët & Chandon, and Veuve Clicquot. In 2025, she uncorked her debut humor book, A Wine Lover’s Guide to Parenting, a witty take on family life inspired by her role as a proud aunt and professional observer of chaos. With a background spanning entertainment, luxury hospitality, and publishing, Danielle brings humor, heart, and a sharp point of view to everything she does—always reminding us to savor the moment.Instagram: @createagreatstory.  Website: www.daniellefrankauthor.com Support the show @themommypod

    23 min
  2. Fully Known, Fully Loved: Trusting God Through Motherhood with Melanie Cox

    APR 20

    Fully Known, Fully Loved: Trusting God Through Motherhood with Melanie Cox

    Send us Fan Mail In this deeply moving and faith-filled episode of The Mommy Pod, we sit down with Melanie Cox—mom of five, wife of 31 years, CEO, and author of the Amazon #1 bestselling book You Have to Know. Melanie shares her journey through motherhood, marriage, and life’s unexpected challenges, reminding us that our mess is not something to hide—it can be the very place where healing begins. Through powerful testimony and unwavering faith, she opens up about one of the hardest seasons of her life—raising a son who didn’t speak until the age of eight—and what it truly meant to surrender control and trust God, even when nothing made sense. This episode is for the mom who is carrying silent fears, grieving unmet expectations, or questioning where God is in her story. Melanie brings a message of hope, reminding us that we are fully known, fully seen, and fully loved—exactly as we are. "Mom of 5 | Married 31 years | CEO | Author ✨ After 31 years of marriage, raising five incredible kids, and building a life full of both beautiful moments and real challenges, I’ve learned this: your mess doesn’t disqualify you—it can become the very place your healing begins. I’m the author of You Have to Know, an Amazon #1 bestseller, written from a place of honesty, growth, and deep belief that every person deserves to live free—free from shame, free from fear, and free from the weight of their past. My heart is to remind you that you are fully loved, fully seen, and never overlooked. No matter where you’ve been or what you’ve walked through, your story still matters—and it’s not over. I would like to offer people. free copy of they dm me their email" Melanie is offering a free copy of her book You Have to Know—simply DM her your email to receive it. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsmelaniecox/ Facebook: Melanie Cox Website: Melaniecox.org https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FLTRVRYB Step into a world of magic, colors, and wonder with The Royal Adventures of Princess Liliana: The Rainbow Castle — the first enchanting book in a brand-new toddler series made for curious little minds and big imaginations! Support the show @themommypod

    31 min

  3. APR 18

    Eat Smarter Grocery Secrets from an Insider- Carol Ann

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Mommy Pod, we sit down with author and grocery insider Carol Ann, who was raised in a family-owned corner market and learned early that great meals begin with how you shop. From a mob like entity who tried to shut down her family business to decoding labels to saving money, reducing waste, and actually feeding your family healthier foods—this episode is packed with real-life tips every mom needs. She is the author of award-winning cookbook, Secret Recipes from the Corner Market,  and Amazon international best-selling Grocery Shopping Secrets, a guide that leverages her industry-insider knowledge to help families combat rising costs, decreasing quality, and shrinking package size.  If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed in the grocery store or unsure how to make better food choices without breaking the bank… this episode is for you. https://www.facebook.com/p/Carol-Ann-Kates-Kitchen https://www.carolannkates.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/carol-ann-kates https://www.instagram.com/carolannkates https://www.carolannkates.com https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FLTRVRYB Step into a world of magic, colors, and wonder with The Royal Adventures of Princess Liliana: The Rainbow Castle — the first enchanting book in a brand-new toddler series made for curious little minds and big imaginations! Support the show @themommypod

    31 min

  4. APR 13

    Stronger than the Storm: Turning Resilience into Change Pt 2 with Chanel Grant

    Send us Fan Mail In this powerful follow-up episode of The Mommy Pod, we welcome back Chanel Grant—special education advocate, educator, and resilience expert—for an even deeper conversation on what it truly means to rebuild your life as a mother. Chanel opens up about the realities of navigating single motherhood while advocating for a child with special needs, managing her own health journey, and redefining strength after life doesn’t go as planned. Together, we unpack the layers of resilience—not just surviving, but learning how to lead, heal, and show up fully for yourself and your children. This episode is for the mom who feels stretched, unseen, or unsure of her next step. Chanel reminds us that even in our most challenging seasons, we have the power to take ownership of our story and build something stronger on the other side. https://www.instagram.com/momofthedamnyear/ https://www.themodymanifesto.com/ https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FLTRVRYB Step into a world of magic, colors, and wonder with The Royal Adventures of Princess Liliana: The Rainbow Castle — the first enchanting book in a brand-new toddler series made for curious little minds and big imaginations! Support the show @themommypod

    36 min

  5. APR 7

    When You're Carrying Too Much: Burnout, Boundaries, and Healing as a Mom- Maz Alexander

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Mommy Pod, Shanta’ Robinson sits down with Maz Alexander, Mental Wellbeing and Transformational Coach, Social Worker, Speaker, and Author, for a powerful conversation about burnout, boundaries, and rebuilding as a mother. Maz shares her journey through motherhood, divorce, and raising her daughter through the teenage years—while navigating emotional and spiritual challenges along the way. Together, we talk about: Burnout in motherhood and how it really shows upWhy boundaries are essential (not selfish)Rebuilding your identity after life transitionsFaith, mindset, and emotional resilienceIf you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, stretched too thin, or like you’re carrying everything on your own, this episode is your reminder that you don’t have to suffer in silence. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FLTRVRYB Step into a world of magic, colors, and wonder with The Royal Adventures of Princess Liliana: The Rainbow Castle — the first enchanting book in a brand-new toddler series made for curious little minds and big imaginations! Support the show @themommypod

    37 min

  6. APR 6 ·  BONUS

    A Mini Dive into My Journey Into Single Motherhood

    Send us Fan Mail In this mini episode of The Mommy Pod, I’m sharing a personal part of my story — what led me to becoming a single mother, Co- Parenting with someone who has hurt you. This isn’t an easy conversation, but it’s a real one. I open up about my experiences, the decisions I had to make, and the strength it took to choose a different path for myself and my children. Disclaimer: This episode includes discussion of domestic violence and may be sensitive for some listeners. If you’re in a similar place or have ever had to rebuild your life from something painful, I hope this reminds you that you’re not alone — and that choosing yourself and your children is always powerful. Support the show @themommypod

    15 min

  7. MAR 31

    The Silent Impact of Fatherlessness: Healing, Identity & Breaking Cycles Guest: Shalina Lodhia

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Mommy Pod, we sit down with counsellor and musician Shalina Chanteux Lodhia to explore the emotional and psychological impact of fatherlessness, childhood trauma, and healing. Raised by a single mother who escaped domestic violence, Shalina shares her lived experience navigating absence, identity, and intergenerational patterns—and how those experiences shaped her work today. This conversation offers insight, compassion, and guidance for mothers who want to better understand their children while continuing their own healing journey. This episode is not about blame—it’s about awareness, growth, and breaking cycles. www.instagram.com/counsellorshalina  https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FLTRVRYB Step into a world of magic, colors, and wonder with The Royal Adventures of Princess Liliana: The Rainbow Castle — the first enchanting book in a brand-new toddler series made for curious little minds and big imaginations! Support the show @themommypod

    40 min

  8. MAR 29

    “The Inner Advantage: Finding Peace in the Chaos of Motherhood” with Quinn Cashion

    Send us Fan Mail What if the peace you’ve been searching for as a mom… isn’t something you have to find—but something you already have? In this deeply grounding episode of The Mommy Pod, I sit down with Quinn Cashion, therapeutic coach and personal mentor, to talk about what it really means to find calm, clarity, and joy in the middle of real life—not after everything is perfect. From navigating illness and divorce while raising young children, to guiding women back to themselves, Quinn shares powerful insights on what she calls “The Inner Advantage.” We talk about: ✨ Why so many moms feel overwhelmed and disconnected ✨ How to access calm—even in chaos ✨ The truth about resilience (for you and your children) ✨ Letting go of survival mode and coming back to yourself If you’ve been feeling stretched thin, emotionally drained, or like you’ve lost yourself in motherhood… this episode is your reminder: You don’t have to wait for life to slow down to feel better. 🎧 Press play, take a breath, and come back to you. http://www.quinncashion.com/call POV: you’re a mom doing EVERYTHING and still feel overwhelmed… this will change how you see yourself 💔➡️✨ #MomLife #SingleMomLife #HealingJourney #MommyPod #EmotionalHealing #SoftLifeMom #InnerPeace https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FLTRVRYB Step into a world of magic, colors, and wonder with The Royal Adventures of Princess Liliana: The Rainbow Castle — the first enchanting book in a brand-new toddler series made for curious little minds and big imaginations! Support the show @themommypod

    37 min
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A place where single parents come together to share their stories, find support, and never feel alone. I'm your host, a full-time working mom navigating the highs and lows of co-parenting two toddlers in a bustling city. 

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    the Mommy Pod
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
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