About Your Mother

Jennifer Griffith
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About Your Mother is a monthly podcast hosted by writer Jennifer Griffith. Each podcast features a conversation with a dynamic guest exploring the influence their mothers had on the trajectory of their life.

  1. A Valentine’s Day Conversation With My Husband, Mark

    FEB 10

    A Valentine’s Day Conversation With My Husband, Mark

    In honor of Valentine’s Day, my husband Mark joins this episode of About Your Mother for an honest conversation about messy and imperfect love. We’re sharing one of the most profound lessons about love we learned on a trip to France this summer, when a lovely Brazilian couple shared the secret to lasting love with us.  I’ll be honest: our marriage hasn’t always been easy - what union is? If you’ve been part of a blended family, your parents divorced, your mother was a tad crazy, or you’ve experienced sudden loss, this episode is for you. Resources Mentioned Lean In by Sheryl SandbergGrit by Angela DuckworthBoth Sides of Then by Jennifer Griffith

    1h 15m
  2. How Sport Shaped Connor Fields’ Journey to Olympic Gold—and a New Life Beyond the Track

    JAN 27

    How Sport Shaped Connor Fields’ Journey to Olympic Gold—and a New Life Beyond the Track

    Is determination and skill innate? There are athletes… and then there are the stories that shape them. A young boy who didn’t like the rules of youth team sports. A mom who brings home a flyer for a local BMX track. And a path that changes everything. For Connor Fields, that path is as remarkable as it is far-reaching. A three-time Olympian (2012, 2016, and 2020), each Games brought a new chapter—new pressure, new triumphs, and new heartbreaks. He entered all three as a favorite, ultimately leaving with gold. But along the way came disappointment, setbacks, and a near-death experience that reshaped his entire outlook on life. Yet Connor has always believed he was destined to be a champion. When you hear the moment he knew, you’ll understand exactly why he’s been able to persevere and achieve the extraordinary. In this episode of About Your Mother, Connor shares the highs and lows of being an Olympic athlete in an emerging sport. He talks about how his parents’ support made his dream possible, what his accident taught him about resilience, and what life looks like after the Olympics. Trust me—you’re going to love Connor’s story, his unique perspective, and his heart. Resources Mentioned Donate to Team USATeam USA Shop Connect With the Guest Speaker Demo Reel: Hire ConnorLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/connorfields11/Website: connorfields.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ConnorFields11/Instagram: instagram.com/connorfields11

    45 min
  3. Pierce’s Pledge: Life After a Tragic Loss with Lesley Hu

    JAN 13

    Pierce’s Pledge: Life After a Tragic Loss with Lesley Hu

    A mother’s love knows no limits, and Lesley Hu’s story on this episode of About Your Mother perfectly illustrates that. Content warning: this is an incredibly emotional and painful story that contains an episode of violence that is hard to reconcile with our conscience. However, it’s also a story of hope and a mother’s love that is tested beyond comprehension.  Five years ago, to the date this episode was released, on January 13, 2021, Lesley Hu’s son, Pierce, was killed by his father in San Francisco. It’s a multi-layered story of divorce, custody, madness, and violence. Lesley bravely shares her story with us today. Connect With the Guest Pierce’s Pledge Lesley Hu Pierce's Pledge IG

    1h 9m
  4. What the Wolf Teaches Us with Cheryl Alexander 

    12/18/2025

    What the Wolf Teaches Us with Cheryl Alexander 

    Oftentimes, our fears are our best guide. The things we don't understand can be our greatest teachers. In this episode of About Your Mother, we examine the mother we all share: Mother Nature.  Today, we reflect on Mother Earth through one of her most misunderstood teachers, the wolf. For a long time, I've been following the story of Takaya, the lone wolf. He found himself alone on an island in Canada. We've been taught to fear predators, and yet when we pause long enough to look honestly, we begin to see that humans have become the true apex predators on this planet. Wolves don't take more than they need. They live in balance. What we fear in them often reflects what we struggle to face in ourselves. I'm joined today by Cheryl Alexander, photographer, filmmaker, and the storyteller behind Takaya: The Lone Wolf. Through years of quiet witnessing, Cheryl invites us to see a wolf, not as a threat, but as a teacher, and to consider what it might mean to protect what we've long been afraid of.  Resources Mentioned Jane Goodall Women For Wolves Joe Rogan’s take on wolves Cody Robert’s wolf story Take Action for Wolves Connect With the Guest Instagram: instagram.com/takayalonewolf Website: takayaslegacy.com  Cheryl’s books: takayaslegacy.com/books  Takaya the Movie: A Story of Survival Against the Odds

    47 min
  5. From Dream to Podium: The Journey of an Olympic Champion, Mari Holden

    10/21/2025

    From Dream to Podium: The Journey of an Olympic Champion, Mari Holden

    Have you ever watched the Olympics and wondered what it takes to get on the podium? Sure, there are the physical demands, but what about the mental strength? You are competing in front of the world against the best in the world. No pressure. Right? We all know it is most likely the athlete who puts the most pressure on themselves. So, when does someone decide they will be an Olympian? For my next guest, Mari Holden, who started as a triathlete, the 1984 Olympics in LA marked a turning point, and she knew then that the Olympics were her destiny. So she leaned into the bike and eventually won a silver medal in the 2000 Olympic Games, A UCI World Championship and six national championships. In 2016, she was inducted into the US Bicycling Hall of Fame as a modern road and track competitor. So what does it take to get there? Guts, grit, belief, and an incredible amount of tenacity. We also explore her relationship with her mom, including how they inspired each other throughout their lives and how Mari gained a new perspective on her mom as she grew older. Listen in for an honest and vulnerable conversation about a lifelong dedication to athletics and what it teaches you along the way.  Resources Mentioned Brené BrownUSA CyclingIronman, Hawaii THEMOVE: Lance, Mari, and Alison Connect With the Guest Mari on IGMari Holden- Wikipedia

    58 min
  6. Cultivating the Awe in Life with Laura Munson

    07/10/2025

    Cultivating the Awe in Life with Laura Munson

    Since I was in my twenties, I've read the New York Times Sunday edition in a particular order: the style section is first, plus I read the modern love piece every time. I remember reading what Shamu taught me about marriage, and I remember reading, “Those aren't fighting words, dear.” It didn't take Laura Munson weeks or even months to write them either. It was less than an hour. Why? Because she had hit the vein of truth and it just poured out of her.  Her dreams of publishing a novel first were dashed because when that piece came out, it was a memoir that she sold. She had created a firestorm with her essay. Laura is someone I have watched for years. Now that I am in the publishing world, Laura and I are one degree from each other in several directions. What I have found in this new world is there are women like Laura who guide, lift, and build other writers up. That is what she does innately.  Her new book, the Wild Why is about honoring your creativity. Creativity is Laura's core. She has written dozens of books, some that sit on the shelves collecting dust, but she is always creating. This conversation on About Your Mother touches on writing, but it is about so much more. It is about setting yourself free, finding awe, and living your truth. Here is a listen on what it means to honor what lives inside of you. Resources Mentioned Gertrude Stein: “There is No There, There”The Craighead BrothersKelly CorriganNaomi Shihab NyeJim HarrisonBrooke WarnerBrené BrownMiami Book FairDani ShapiroMaria Shriver Connect With the Guest Website: https://lauramunson.com/Book: The Wild WhyWriting Programs and RetreatsModern Love Essay

    1h 6m
  7. Embracing Your Midlife Reinvention With Bestselling Author Jane Green

    06/05/2025

    Embracing Your Midlife Reinvention With Bestselling Author Jane Green

    Chance meetings can lead to the most incredible connections. While I was doing a ski clinic this winter, the instructor overheard a conversation I was having about publishing my book. Later that day, she approached me, “I heard you're an author! So is my mom, Jane Green, do you know her?” Of course, I know her. Jane Green is a national bestseller. Today, Jane joins me to share about her journey from journalist to novelist and offers her best tips to aspiring writers. She also gets transparent about self-acceptance, her midlife reinvention, owning the mistakes she’s made as a mother, and more. Finally, after trailblazing the chick lit genre, she shares with us her most recent project: writing a memoir. You’re going to love this conversation with Jane. Connect With the Guest Website: janegreen.com Instagram: instagram.com/janegreenauthor Daily Mail Column

    1h 2m
  8. A Special Interview with My Mom, Anna

    05/08/2025

    A Special Interview with My Mom, Anna

    If you want to get to know your mother, have her on your podcast. I wrote a book about my mother's life and my own, and it was hard for her, naturally. But people ask me, what does your mom think about the book? For this Mother’s Day, I invited my mother on my podcast to share her voice with my listeners and readers.  Just like phone conversations, a microphone has the power to deepen personal relationships. I've witnessed this countless times as I've developed friendships with people I've interviewed, and it is true of this conversation with my mother. My connection to my mother's story was the inspiration for launching my podcast About Your Mother, where your story begins as well as the foundation from a mother-daughter memoir, Both Sides of Then, available wherever books are sold. Well, listeners and readers, here she is… Anna! Through it all, she counts her blessings and credits the women who stepped in as mothers in her life. I hope you love this special episode just in time for Mother’s Day.  Resources Mentioned Both Sides of ThenSuperhero: A Biography of Christopher Reeve

    1h 3m
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About Your Mother is a monthly podcast hosted by writer Jennifer Griffith. Each podcast features a conversation with a dynamic guest exploring the influence their mothers had on the trajectory of their life.

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  • Creator
    Jennifer Griffith
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    47
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