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Moms Changing the WorldEp 64- Away with Inflammation Dr. Shivani GuptaHere's to Health in the New Year! What steps are you taking to nurture yourself in 2025? Today's guest has a wealth of knowledge and experience to help you fill your days with self care routines that will nurture and comfort you.Dr. Shivani Gupta is an Ayurvedic practitioner and expert in fusing Eastern and Western practices that help our bodies achieve equilibrium. She completed her Master’s in Ayurvedic Sciences and her PhD on Turmeric. Inflammation is a root cause for many health issues in our lives and we have the power to overcome it. Her passion is...
2025-01-2050 min
Moms Changing the WorldEp 63- Children's book author Monique AikenMoms Changing the World turns 4 years this month! To celebrate, our episode today is with children's book author, among many other things, Monique Aiken. If you have been a long time listener, you know that I LOVE to highlight my favorite children's books and their authors.Monique Aiken is a first-generation Jamaican American and a strategy consultant, entrepreneur, and podcast host. She lives in a 100-plus year old house in New Jersey with her husband and son—the original "Cutie Patootie" who inspired the book. Her first children's book, a love letter to her son (and all ch...
2024-09-2750 min
Moms Changing the WorldEp 62- Love and Marriage with Renisher RobertsRenisher is a licensed multi-cultural psychotherapist in New York and New Jersey, she is a seasoned therapist with over twelve years of clinical experience. Renisher is the founder and creator of her private practice Renisher Roberts Psychotherapy. She is a relationship and emotional wellness therapist, who specializes in Couples Therapy, and treating the symptoms of mood disorders including depression, and anxiety. Renisher works with adults and is passionate about helping empower, encourage and inspire women. She enjoys traveling and immersing herself into different cultures, during her spare time Renisher resides in New York City with her Family.
2024-08-291h 05
Moms Changing the WorldEp 61- Life in Paris! Healing Through Motherhood - Joanne Randolph, NPOlympics are in full swing and this week's guest lives in Paris- the city of Love!We just finished an incredible week of Chaos to Connection 2 Parenting Summit. Check out how you can get ongoing access to the dozens of interviews with parenting experts, including myself.A new episode of MCTW celebrates a Filapino-American mom's transition to Paris during the early pandemic years with her family... before the Olympics fun that they are blessed to be enjoying by the time this airs.Joanne Randolph is an Adult Nurse Practitioner with a Master's in...
2024-07-281h 02
Moms Changing the WorldEp 60- Lets Talk About Speech and Language - Lenora Edwards, MSLenora Edwards is a ASHA Board Certified Speech Language Pathologist and Chief Knowledge Officer with Better Speech. Since obtaining her CCC’s in 2010, she has worked with individuals of all ages from little ones who are learning to understand and express themselves to adults who want to improve their speaking skills and become a more fluent and effective communicator. Lenora loves to teach and educate others so if you have questions, please don't hesitate to ask. Better Speech is an online speech therapy company that has been providing professional, affordable and convenient speech therapy services for more than a de...
2024-06-0546 min
Moms Changing the WorldEp 59 - Taking the masks off with Kim GrossWe are back and excited to hit 10,000 dowloads this week! Thanks to eveyone who has listened, liked, shared and reviewed. Now its your turn- drop a review about your favorite episode, topic, guest or part of Moms Changing the World! Today's guest, Kim Gross, is the founder/creator of the 5-Step Power Pathway. She helps people pleasers and perfectionists who have spent a lifetime of perpetual suffering because they have identified with these patterns. She helps guide clients on a journey of self-healing so that they can have more meaningful connections and have the courage to create t...
2024-03-1442 min
Moms Changing the WorldEp 58- Adult ADHD strategies with Genie LoveBrought to you by host and parent coach, Ekua Walker, NP who specializes in helping moms use strategies and solutions for calming the chaos with children in their toughest moments. Set up an exploration call to begin your transformation today. I want to talk to you!Todays guest, Genie Love had been trying to figure out how to stay focused and attentive, how to decrease procrastination, how to manage “to do” lists that were overwhelming, and generally how to get things
2023-12-1553 min
Moms Changing the WorldEp 57- Part 2- Celebrate Culturally Blended People with authors Lorraine and Ashley TaylorComing up in December is 12 Days to a Happier Holidays with my friend Lara Dawn. Stay connected on www.BeCalmParenting.com for dates and info coming soon. Today, I am proud to share part 2 of my first mother- daughter team interiew with Lorraine and Ashley Taylor, authors of the new book "Where Are You From?". Lorraine Taylor, is a speaker, a coach, an educator, a mother, a life-long learner, a traveler, an author, a Culturally Blended Person, a vlogger, and a podcaster, a collaborator, a leader, a community founder, and a person of purpose and vision. She...
2023-11-0628 min
Moms Changing the WorldEp 56- Part 1- Celebrate Culturally Blended People with authors Lorraine and Ashley TaylorRegister now for ADHD Toolbox summit October 10-13 to hear myself and almost 30 other speakers support you and your child with Executive Functioning...getting things done!.Also hear my session for the Autism Parenting Summit Oct 13-16 for free where I speak about BE CALM applications to parents of children on the Autism Spectrum.Today, I am proud to share my first mother- daughter team interiew with Lorraine and Ashley Taylor, authors of the new book "Where Are You From?". Lorraine Taylor, is a speaker, a coach, an educator, a mother, a life-long learner, a...
2023-10-0832 min
Moms Changing the WorldEp 55- Children's Book Author Jennifer KuraniRegister now for ADHD Toolbox summit October 10-13 to hear myself and almost 30 other speakers support you and your child with Executive Functioning...getting things done!.Also hear my session for the Autism Parenting Summit Oct 13-16 for free where I speak about BE CALM applications to parents of children on the Autism Spectrum.Children's author, Jennifer Kurani is author of A Big Birthday Hug and The Great Adventure and Feeling Special. She was born and raised in New York, and spent her childhood always using her imagination. As an adult, she worked at Scholastic in chi...
2023-08-0441 min
Moms Changing the WorldEp 54- Cat and Nat Share Mom SecretsRegister now for ADHD Toolbox summit October 10-13 to hear myself and almost 30 other speakers support you and your child with Executive Functioning...getting things done!.Also hear my session for the Autism Parenting Summit Oct 13-16 for free where I speak about BE CALM applications to parents of children on the Autism Spectrum.We are back with another fun episode that will put a smile on your face and laugh in your spirit! I had so much fun interviewing Cat and Nat awhile back that I am glad to share it with you now as w...
2023-05-2836 min
Moms Changing the WorldEp 53 Pt 2- Silicon Valley Tech Mom and Faith Warrior - Marie-AngeRegister now for ADHD Toolbox summit October 10-13 to hear myself and almost 30 other speakers support you and your child with Executive Functioning...getting things done!.Also hear my session for the Autism Parenting Summit Oct 13-16 for free where I speak about BE CALM applications to parents of children on the Autism Spectrum.We finish up the second half of the wonderful interview with Dr. Marie-Ange Eyoum Tagne. She is a veteran tech leader with 15 years of experience in product management and innovation, launching consumer electronic products globally. Currently Director of Product Management at Yaho...
2023-03-2821 min
Masks Off: Inner Freedom For People-Pleasers and PerfectionistsBE CALM with Ekua WalkerIn this conversation Kim talks with guest Ekua Walker about the importance of helping our children to trust their inner knowing. So often, as children we received messages that what we thought, felt or did was wrong or bad. From this we developed a sense that we should not trust ourselves and thus began listening to others to tell us how to live our lives. This leads to lacking confidence and trust in ourselves. Through Ekua’s BE CALM process she guides parents to show up in a way that parents can connect rather than correct.
My quo...
2023-03-2332 min
Moms Changing the WorldEp 53 Pt 1 - Silicon Valley Tech Mom and Faith Warrior - Marie-AngeMy next summit appearance will be on Love to Learn Summit Feb 27th to make 2023 the year your teen Loves to Learn! I am teaming up with Jessyka Coulter of Ace Cookie Tutoring and over 20 other leaders to bring learning tools and tips your way in the virtual summit. Register here: Love to Learn. My guest this week is Dr. Marie-Ange Eyoum Tagne who is a veteran tech leader with 15 years of experience in product management and innovation, launching consumer electronic products globally. She is currently Director of Product Management at Yahoo where she leads Yahoo Social and C...
2023-02-1234 min
Moms Changing the WorldEp 52 Pt 2 Megan Gallagher - Parents and Teachers MatterMy next summit appearance is on Love to Learn Summit Feb 27th aiming to make 2023 the year your teen Loves to Learn! I am teaming up with Jessyka Coulter of Ace Cookie Tutoring and over 20 other leaders to bring learning tools and tips your way in the virtual summit. Register here: Love to Learn. Listen to the rest of the inteview with Megan Gallagher PG Dip Teaching, M.Ed. She is a mum (mom), teacher and coach from Aotearoa/New Zealand. She is a co-host of the Teachers Matter Podcast and Teachers Matter Bookclub as well as a pre...
2022-12-2634 min
Moms Changing the WorldEp- 52 Parents and Teachers Matter Pt 1- Megan Gallagher M. Ed.My next summit appearance is on Love to Learn Summit Feb 27th aiming to make 2023 the year your teen Loves to Learn! I am teaming up with Jessyka Coulter of Ace Cookie Tutoring and over 20 other leaders to bring learning tools and tips your way in the virtual summit. Register here: Love to Learn. Listen to the new episode with Megan Gallagher PG Dip Teaching, M.Ed. She is a mum (mom), teacher and coach from Aotearoa/New Zealand. She is a co-host of the Teachers Matter Podcast and Teachers Matter Bookclub as well as a presenter and w...
2022-12-0133 min
Moms Changing the WorldEp 51- Veronica Hunter -ADHD, What Now?You know I’m all about supporting and empowering mothers! That’s why I jumped at the chance to join my friends, Lara Dawn and Sarah Nykoruk for their free virtual retreat, Putting Mama First.I’d like to let you in on a little secret: You have been gifted a complimentary ticket! You can grab your seat here. https://retreat.puttingmamafirst.com/EkuaAiring from November 7-9, 2022, this online virtual retreat is not your typical online summit! This is an immersive experience. Like going to the spa to help you reconnect with self-lo...
2022-10-2851 min
Moms Changing the WorldEp 50 - Kicking off Season 5- Author Anita update plus Parenting SummitsWelcome to Season 5! We are kicking off the Season with not just one, but two summit opportunities coming up for you. It all starts with Putting Mama First from November 7-9, 2022, online virtual retreat. You can grab your seat here. My session is on on the 9th, so mark your calendar. This immersive retreat will leave you feeling pampered and cared for as a mom nurturing your children.Then, my friends, Cecilia and Jason Hilkey, asked me to help them lead a life-changing, global event – the 11th Happily Family Online Parenting Conference November 10-14.If you’ve neve...
2022-09-2730 min
Moms Changing the WorldEp 49 - Cooking for Peanuts Blogger and TEFOS? What is it?Great news, I will be featured in TEFOS - The Executive Functioning Online Summit- with over 30 experts in parenting, ADHD, Autism and more. I will share 3 things to KNOW and 3 things to DO when you child is having a behavior challenge. Register now to join us for free Aug 5-7, 2022. Also available anytime at best price now.What is TEFOS?Parents often say, "I just want my child to be happy and successful," but knowing how to help a neurodivergent child who is struggling can be baffling, especially if they resist help. I created TEFOS, The Ex...
2022-07-2050 min
Moms Changing the WorldEp 48 - Raising Girls! GiRLiFE Founder Melody PourmoradiYou know I’m all about supporting and empowering mothers! That’s why I jumped at the chance to join my friends, Lara Dawn and Sarah Nykoruk for their free virtual retreat, Putting Mama First.You have been gifted a complimentary ticket! You can grab your seat here. https://retreat.puttingmamafirst.com/EkuaAiring from November 7-9, 2022, this online virtual retreat is not your typical online summit! Today's guest is leading the way in the Girls Empowerment space. With 20 years of experience in the coaching and personal growth space, Melody Pourmoradi is passionate about empo...
2022-07-0251 min
Moms Changing the WorldEp 47 - This is Us Bonus with Actor Tanner Long and AnnouncementHit show This Is Us wrapped up six seasons of heart-felt family drama, love, laughs and tear-jerking moments with the Pearsons. We get to talk to teen version of young Jack, Tanner Long, about his experience filming the last two finale episodes of the show. His mother, Julie Long, gives us the "moms-eye view" of the whole experience.We are joined by This is Us YouTuber Quanna Stevens who helps us dig into these wonderful episodes. She critically reviews episodes on her channel Her Reel Review- check it out!PLUS...I am happy to announce...
2022-06-091h 09
Smart Parents Successful StudentsSmart Parents, Successful Students, Season 5, Episode 2Helen Panos, founder and CEO of Dynamis Learning Academy, invites you to meet Ekua Walker, creator of the podcast “Moms Changing the World” as she discusses what parents can do in today’s world to ensure the proper development of their children.
In this episode, you will learn:
• How Ekua became a nurse practitioner and became an expert in the field of child development and health education
• What neurodiversity is
• What parents should do if they suspect their child has neurodiversity
• Why is it important NOT to...
2022-05-2630 min
Moms Changing the WorldEp 46- Seeing the World in Style -Amanda GoringAnnouncement - I will be featured in TEFOS - The Executive Functioning Online Summit- with over 30 experts in parenting, ADHD, Autism and more. I will share 3 things to KNOW and 3 things to DO when you child is having a behavior challenge. Register now to join us for free Aug 5-8. Also available anytime thereafter!Let's have some fun in style with Amanda Goring. While summer is around the corner and we plan for a world that is opening up more and more every day, why not explore it with our families?Amanda Goring is a Lu...
2022-04-301h 10
Moms Changing the WorldEp 45 - Children's Book Author Bonus- J.P. MillerAnnouncement - I will be featured in TEFOS - The Executive Functioning Online Summit- with over 30 experts in parenting, ADHD, Autism and more. I will share 3 things to KNOW and 3 things to DO when you child is having a behavior challenge. Register now to join us for free Aug 5-8. Also available anytime thereafter!This week on the podcast, J.P. Miller is an award-winning author, aunty and spiritual mother to many young people, who shares a first-hand account of what it was like to be a student during integration. As a children's book author, she is the...
2022-04-1541 min
Moms Changing the WorldEp 44- Brain Hacks for a Better You- Sarah NykorukYou know I’m all about supporting and empowering mothers! That’s why I jumped at the chance to join my friends, Lara Dawn and Sarah Nykoruk for their free virtual retreat, Putting Mama First.You have been gifted a complimentary ticket! You can grab your seat here. https://retreat.puttingmamafirst.com/EkuaAiring from November 7-9, 2022, this online virtual retreat is not your typical online summit! Co-creator of Putting Mama First Summit, Sarah is an outstanding and innovative educational coach and leader with over 20 years' experience and inspiring vision. She is a certified...
2022-03-301h 08
Moms Changing the WorldEp 43- Calming the ADHD Family and Putting Mama First Retreat Founder -Lara DawnYou know I’m all about supporting and empowering mothers! That’s why I jumped at the chance to join my friends, Lara Dawn and Sarah Nykoruk for their free virtual retreat, Putting Mama First.You have been gifted a complimentary ticket! You can grab your seat here. https://retreat.puttingmamafirst.com/EkuaAiring from November 7-9, 2022, this online virtual retreat is not your typical online summit! Co-creator of Putting Mama First Summit, Lara Dawn, an ambitious mother of two children with ADHD and fellow TEFOS speaker, an active certified elementary school teacher, a parentin...
2022-03-0643 min
Moms Changing the WorldEp 42B - Education Panel Part 2 of 2- Amy Kay and Helen PanosAnnouncement - I will be featured in TEFOS - The Executive Functioning Online Summit- with over 30 experts in parenting, ADHD, Autism and more. I will share 3 things to KNOW and 3 things to DO when you child is having a behavior challenge. Register now to join us for free Aug 5-8. Also available anytime thereafter!Welcome to the conclusion of our first panel on MCTW discussing education and neurodiversity this season. Make sure to listen to part 1 for the full discussion.Amy Kay is a successful corporate leader, an empathetic coach and workshop facilitator, and a pa...
2022-02-2431 min
Moms Changing the WorldEp 42A - Education Panel Part 1 of 2- Amy Kay and Helen PanosAnnouncement - I will be featured in TEFOS - The Executive Functioning Online Summit- with over 30 experts in parenting, ADHD, Autism and more. I will share 3 things to KNOW and 3 things to DO when you child is having a behavior challenge. Register now to join us for free Aug 5-8. Also available anytime thereafter!Welcome to our first panel episode on MCTW! I am happy to welcome two wonderful ladies to kick off our theme of neurodiversity this season.Amy Kay is a successful corporate leader, an empathetic coach and workshop facilitator, and a passionate mo...
2022-02-1732 min
Moms Changing the WorldEp 41 - Connection through Touch - Anita PrendergastAnnouncement - I will be featured in TEFOS - The Executive Functioning Online Summit- with over 30 experts in parenting, ADHD, Autism and more. I will share 3 things to KNOW and 3 things to DO when you child is having a behavior challenge. Register now to join us for free Aug 5-8. Also available anytime thereafter!So excited to kick off Season 4 with this episode highlighting a practical tool that we can use to connect with our children...the healing power of touch. Whether you are rubbing your babies belly to relieve gas or rubbing your older child's back as...
2022-02-071h 06
Moms Changing the WorldSeason 4 Trailer and Word of the YearI am so excited to be recording for Season 4 of Moms Changing the World! Listen in as I introduce the theme of neuro-diversity that will guide some of the episodes and interviews I share this season. Plus, find out the inspiration word of the year.I want to invite you to think about what it would take to move from overwhelm in your life to overflow and abundance? I will invite guests to share what they do to build a life that is overflowing with good things for themselves, their children and their family.I...
2022-01-2314 minMoms Changing the WorldEp 40 - Making Christmas Merry and Bright - Chef Karen AnneMerry Christmas Greetings! I love this time of year for sharing the joy and peace of God's love at Christmas with singing, visiting and eating with family and friends. No better time to share the end of the year and Season 3 with author Chef Karen Ann Murray and holiday tips and treats. Let's celebrate!2021 marks 35 years since Karen completed her Chef training in Birmingham, England and began working as a chef. Named after her mum and dad, Eddison and Melrose specializes in teatime creations and the manufacturing of Karen Anne’s Granola. Born and raised in England to...
2021-12-2341 minMoms Changing the WorldEp 39 - "At The Right TIme" Children's Book- Author Michelle Forrest, JDWith the holiday season in full swing, we spotlight an author mom to consider "At the Right Time" childrens book for the young children on your Christmas list. My friend from years back, Michelle Forrest, is a former preschool teacher turned Family Lawyer and now adds Author to her titles.After graduating from Stanford University with a B.S. in biology and a minor in psychology, Michelle taught at Bing Nursery School for five years. There she was immersed in the world of young children and cultivated her passion for early childhood education and child development. As...
2021-12-0946 min
Moms Changing the WorldEp 38 - The World We Want For Our Kids - FantaToday's guest is a college friend who has worked locally and internationally for a cleaner Earth. Fueled by her roots in Ivory Coast, Fanta is a senior program officer for Climate and Energy at an environmental foundation, advancing solutions to ensure a safe and stable climate.Prior to joining her foundation, Fanta worked as chief program officer at an international NGO focused on clean transportation. Fanta oversaw the global organization’s research programs informing transportation policies that mitigate climate change and benefit public health. Throughout her career, Fanta has worked at the intersection of science, technology, and poli...
2021-11-1851 min
Moms Changing the WorldEp 37 - From the Other Side of the World - Nell TriplettMy guest today, Nell Triplett, is a Californian who has been able to raise her two young children in Denmark, in addition to calling the Bay Area home. She is one of the "Baby Mom" friends I met at a Mommy Yoga class when my youngest was weeks old, and the friendship stuck as we found our way through early motherhood. Even when years go by, we pick up right where we left off, have more than a few laughs and keep "momming" together. Listen in to hear why and how she navigated an international move with two kids...
2021-10-291h 13
Moms Changing the WorldEp 36 - Energy Medicine - Healing is Within - Dr. Jamie GuydenToday, we talk about healing, but not just in the traditional way. My guest healed herself from Lupus and shares how that journey in the course of becoming a mother, changed her whole life. Jamie Lynn Guyden, MD is a medical doctor who finally awakened after a thirty-year slumber. She is a New Jersey native whose medical career began in Houston, TX immersed in the conventional medical model. For 10+ years she believed and taught the 'you are broken and need to fixed biochemically' model of medicine. Her career took a drastic turn in 2010 as her personal health journey compelled her...
2021-10-1558 min
Moms Changing the WorldEp 35 - Pregnancy, Deliveries and Newborns, Oh my!! Dr. Naima BridgesToday's interview is with the newest mom I have talked to on Moms Changing the World. As an Obstetric and Gynocology MD, our guest has been changing the world for mothers years before she had her own daughter. We talk about a simple way to nurture early interests you see in your kids, some interesting turns the road to motherhood can take, what the pandemic is doing to birthrates and how to fit in self care when you have a newborn AND a fulltime job during the pandemic.Dr. Naima Bridges is Board Certified in Obstetrics and...
2021-10-011h 08
Moms Changing the WorldEp 34 - Lukeythia Bastardi - Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)This week, I welcome my friend and fellow advance practice nurse, Lukeythia Bastardi. We talk about the joys and challenges of our profession, raising multi-ethnic children and building community even when it is hard!She says "I have been married for nearly twenty years to my college sweetheart whom I met singing in the gospel choir. We have three brilliant children, a daughter aged 15 (10th grader), and two sons, one aged 13 (8th grader) and the other aged 6 (first grader). I have great friendships with neighboring families in our community that I am parenting alongside. I have lived...
2021-09-2359 min
Moms Changing the WorldEp 33 - Welcome to Season 3! Mom Strategist - Mia RedrickWelcome to Season 3 - I am kicking the season off with a BANG with Mom Strategist and my mentor, Mia Redrick. Mia is the go-to consultant for sharp, smart, go-getting women looking to package their expertise into high-ticket products/services both online and offline. Her track record for supporting her clients with high-ticket results quickly is unmatched.She has coached thousands of clients around the world. Everything she teaches she has personally accomplished and backs up with PROOF. Mia is a television personality and lifestyle brand. She has joined Emmy nominated and winning nationally syndicated shows on...
2021-09-1747 min
Moms Changing the WorldEp 32 - Bonus - This is Us Season 5 Review - Julie LongBack again from Episode 23, Julie Long is here with me to review the last season of NBC's hit show This Is Us. Since the TV show does not return to air for a few more months, Julie and I talk about the mom stories and themes of our favorite characters. As some might remember, her son, Tanner, who was born blind, got the chance make to make a guest appearance in Season 4 of the show.www.MomsChangingtheWorld.orgHost: Ekua Walker, Child Development NP and CEO - Chief Encouragement...
2021-09-021h 20
Moms Changing the WorldMy Webinar Announcement - BE CALM ParentingSuper excited to invite you to my free parenting webinar! Take the CALM and JOY in your parenting to the next level as I support you to turn your young child's behavior challenges into opportunities!If your child 5 years and younger is struggling with tantrums and big emotions that cause frustration for all, this workshop is for you. If your children are older, you can still benefit from the principles that you can apply for yourself and older children into their teens.You'll have two opportunities in August - Thursdays, Aug 19, and Aug 26, 2021. Follow the...
2021-08-1707 min
Moms Changing the WorldEp 31 - Medical Missions to Ghana - Author June Agamah, MPHHappy summer! The guest for today has had an extra special impact on my life as the picture of what nurturing and international service- oriented mother could look like. I had the privilege of joining June Agamah and her husband, Dr. Edem Agamah, and a team of health professionals on my first medical missions trip to Ghana in 2003. June with International Health and Development Network have built a hospital they run in Agbozome.JUNE C. WOOD AGAMAH, MPH, born in Guyana, South America, is currently Logistics Coordinator for International Health & Development Network (www. ihdn.org), a 501©3 nonprofit o...
2021-06-251h 03
Moms Changing the WorldEp 30 - Meal Makeover Mom - Liz Weiss, RDNWe have not just one, but two summit opportunities coming up for you. It all starts with Putting Mama First from November 7-9, 2022, online virtual retreat. You can grab your seat here. My session is on on the 9th, so mark your calendar. This immersive retreat will leave you feeling pampered and cared for as a mom nurturing your children.Then, my friends, Cecilia and Jason Hilkey, asked me to help them lead a life-changing, global event – the 11th Happily Family Online Parenting Conference November 10-14.If you’ve never experienced a Happily Family Conference then you are...
2021-06-0352 min
Eat, Drink, Live Longer98: Ekua Walker, NP: Raising Resilient Kids and Nurturing Families During the Pandemic and BeyondOn this week's show, we're talking about raising resilient kids and nurturing families during the pandemic and beyond. We can accomplish this with help from good nutrition, healthy eating habits, regular mealtime routines, and help from today's guest. Ekua Walker is a pediatric child development nurse and CEO (chief encouragement officer) who lives and practices in the San Francisco Bay area. Ekua works with families of young children and teens with a range of challenges, including ADHD, communication delays, and disabilities that impact learning. She is board-certified in primary care pediatrics; she also hosts the phenomenal podcast, M...
2021-06-031h 04
Moms Changing the WorldEp 29 - Money Matters #3 - Dr. Arlene Nicholas-PhillipsWe have not just one, but two summit opportunities coming up for you. It all starts with Putting Mama First from November 7-9, 2022, online virtual retreat. You can grab your seat here. My session is on on the 9th, so mark your calendar. This immersive retreat will leave you feeling pampered and cared for as a mom nurturing your children.Then, my friends, Cecilia and Jason Hilkey, asked me to help them lead a life-changing, global event – the 11th Happily Family Online Parenting Conference November 10-14.If you’ve never experienced a Happily Family Conference then you are...
2021-05-2748 min
Moms Changing the WorldEp 28 - Money Matters 2 - Warrior Mom - Rhonda LyleWe have not just one, but two summit opportunities coming up for you. It all starts with Putting Mama First from November 7-9, 2022, online virtual retreat. You can grab your seat here. My session is on on the 9th, so mark your calendar. This immersive retreat will leave you feeling pampered and cared for as a mom nurturing your children.Then, my friends, Cecilia and Jason Hilkey, asked me to help them lead a life-changing, global event – the 11th Happily Family Online Parenting Conference November 10-14.If you’ve never experienced a Happily Family Conference then you are...
2021-05-2059 min
Moms Changing the WorldEp 27 - Money Matters 1 - Nma EmehWe have not just one, but two summit opportunities coming up for you. It all starts with Putting Mama First from November 7-9, 2022, online virtual retreat. You can grab your seat here. My session is on on the 9th, so mark your calendar. This immersive retreat will leave you feeling pampered and cared for as a mom nurturing your children.Then, my friends, Cecilia and Jason Hilkey, asked me to help them lead a life-changing, global event – the 11th Happily Family Online Parenting Conference November 10-14.If you’ve never experienced a Happily Family Conference then you are...
2021-05-131h 03
Moms Changing the WorldReplay - Sophia Blankson - Pt 2 with Mother of the HostMother's Day repay of Pt 2 of the two - part interview where you meet your host Ekua Walker, Pediatric NP and the mom who has made a special impact on her life... her own mother, Sophia Blankson! Sophia is an author, painter, retired educator, fashion designer, quilter, ministry leader and singer who shares her wisdom on parenting in learning from our mistakes, teaching empathy to kids and being an empty nester grandmother. Enjoy the first closing meditation.www.MomsChangingtheWorld.orgHost: Ekua Walker, Child Development NP and CEO...
2021-05-1038 min
Moms Changing the WorldReplay - Sophia Blankson - Pt 1 with mother of the hostMother's Day Replay- Part 1 - Sophia Blankson- Moms Changing the WorldMeet your host Ekua Walker, Pediatric NP and the mom who has made a special impact on her life... her own mother, Sophia Blankson! Sophia is an author, painter, retired educator, fashion designer, quilter, ministry leader and singer who shares her wisdom on parenting in Ghana vs America and advice for new mothers. Learn more about her children’s book “My Sister, My Friend” and more here.www.MomsChangingtheWorld.org
2021-05-1021 min
Moms Changing the WorldEp 26 - Instant Mom - Melinda K Johnson, EdDWe have not just one, but two summit opportunities coming up for you. It all starts with Putting Mama First from November 7-9, 2022, online virtual retreat. You can grab your seat here. My session is on on the 9th, so mark your calendar. This immersive retreat will leave you feeling pampered and cared for as a mom nurturing your children.Then, my friends, Cecilia and Jason Hilkey, asked me to help them lead a life-changing, global event – the 11th Happily Family Online Parenting Conference November 10-14.If you’ve never experienced a Happily Family Conference then you are...
2021-05-0655 min
Moms Changing the WorldEp 25- Art as Healing- Leah GuzmanLeah Guzman inspires us through a discussion of art as therapy. Listen in as we talk about how art can be healing for children and adults regardless of their experience. Art can be a fun and creative bonding activity that is used as part of the process to cope and understand emotions and life for all ages. Stay till the end for special guided art meditation led by Leah.Leah's Bio-"My signature program, Art of Healing and Manifesting, supports individuals by healing any emotional wounds and transforming energy to be your...
2021-04-2949 min
Moms Changing the WorldEp 24 - Racism and Advocacy - Folake PhillipsDuring the week that the verdict is released about George Floyd's murder, I have an important conversation about community awareness for community healing and connections with non-profit founder, Folake Phillips. After we chat about new motherhood and the role allergies played in early children's heath decision, we delve into why Black Lives Matter and what all of us can do to fight systemic racism. AWỌ Center's mission is to be a model community leveraging technology and social media to promote social justice and global change for humanity.AWỌ is a social justice nonprofit that offe...
2021-04-221h 01
Moms Changing the WorldEp 23 - This is Us Guest Special Mom - Julie LongMy interview this week is for any mom who has been thrown a "curveball", as they say. Julie Long never pictured being the mom of a child born with blindness. Hence, her son, Tanner, has taught her more in the past decade of his life than she could have ever imagined. Then, one day a few years ago, she got a call that opened a door to him having a guest appearance on NBC's This Is Us, my favorite show...Julie says, "I was born and raised in Northern California on the peninsula in...
2021-04-1646 min
Moms Changing the WorldEp 22- Joining Voices Together - Rev. Ayanna WatkinsMoms, during this season of Easter, I was blessed by the chance to interview my cousin by marriage who is a spiritual and community leader in Memphis. Rev. Ayanna Watkins lives in Memphis with her husband and young daughters. She has been involved with Memphis Interfaith Coalition for Action and Hope (M.I.C.A.H.) since 2016, and she is thrilled to serve as M.I.C.A.H.’s first Lead Organizer.Rev. Ayanna Johnson Watkins is a speaker, writer, and facilitator focused on building transformative community and nurturing the God-given gifts of in...
2021-04-081h 00
Moms Changing the WorldEp 21 - Hope and Healing After Loss - Chandria TaylorWith Holy Week winding down toward Good Friday, many contemplate loss and grief. For mothers, loss of a child through stillbirth or miscarriage can hit even harder because the reaction of others to the grief can add to the grieving process. Just like there is hope in the promise of Christ for Easter, there is hope and healing through sharing the journey and using your voice as Chandria Taylor has embraced.Chandria Taylor is a kindergarten teacher in St. Louis, MO. She has a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education and a Masters Degree in...
2021-04-0146 min
Moms Changing the WorldEp 20 - Equity, Economics, and Renewal for the EarthAs National Nutrition Month comes to a close, I have a special interview with vegan food entrepreneur and mom, Kai Nortey, where she brings to life the connection between how and what we eat can impact how we can save our communities and planet!Kai Nortey is a visionary and socially conscious, Black woman, business leader who is tenaciously leading the next inclusive and full-circle regenerative economy with vegan ice cream manufacturing. Kai enthusiastically says, “lay off the boob of the mama cow yall, and get on the coconut; it will protect your life an...
2021-03-251h 07
Moms Changing the WorldEp 19- Inspiration for Easy Food & Fitness - Lee Forrester, RNNeed some ideas to make meal time enjoyable and not a struggle? Lee Forrester, a Nurse, Personal Trainer, Health and Nutrition Coach, and I talk fitness, blending cultures and kids growing up with a healthy sense of self in this week's episode.Lee says, "I'm an RN, trained in the UK where I was born and raised. I have worked in the Bay Area in the acute care setting for many years.After some time I felt some unrest and wanted to branch out into a more holistic approach to health care...
2021-03-1848 min
Moms Changing the WorldEp 18- Finding your Vision - Latika VinesListen in today on interview with mom author, podcaster and career coach, Latika Vines. She and I talk about life as moms of girls, overcoming loss and finding your vision and purpose!"Latika Vines is the Founder of Visionary Initiatives, LLC, a Career Development and Coaching Organization promoting Career and Organizational Development. Delivering customized solutions for high-performing Working Mothers to successfully balance life, so they can grow in their career; while providing Organizations with the tools to develop the careers of their high-performing employees to create a talent pool for succ...
2021-03-1150 min
Moms Changing the WorldEp 17- Hope for Moms -Coach Deborah PorterSeason 2 is here and WE ARE BACK with a bang! I am so excited for you to hear this season of interviews with Moms Changing the World inspiration and strategies to make 2021 your best year yet!We start with the incredible Mom Coach, Deborah Porter. She is the ultimate list maker, system creator and investigator of anything that will make things run smoother at home and in life. From new mom to empty nester, Deborah has employed strategies along the way, while being married for 30 years to her college sweetheart and raising 3 children. Having...
2021-03-0450 min
Moms Changing the WorldSeason 2 Preview and Weekend Children's Health EventI have missed you, Mom Tribe! Ekua Walker, NP and CEO- Chief Encouragement Officer is back with a sneak peak of what is to come for Season 2! Stay tuned for new full episodes coming in March!This Saturday, an upcoming Season Two guest, Folake Phillips, is hosting a webinar on children and Covid-19 Vaccines. Leading pediatric researchers and practitioners are on the panel to provide the best of information.When: Feb 20, 2021 10:00 AM Pacific Time (US and Canada)Topic: Understanding COVID-19 Pediatric VaccinesDescription: For our...
2021-02-1816 min
Moms Changing the WorldEp 16 - Family Memoir- Hope for Ghana - Awo Quaison-SackeyBONUS Episode- My cousin, Awo Quaison-Sackey's father was one of Ghana's first Embassadors when it became an independent country in 1957 and first black African President of the United Nations General Assembly, helping to put Ghana on the world's stage! She is a Regional Vice President of Human Resources for Africa region of a global company and Foreign Relations committee member. And now, as author of her father, Alex Quaison-Sackey's memior (coming in 2021) we dig deep into what we can learn from this important time in Africa's history and present greatness.Make sure to listen t...
2020-12-3034 min
Moms Changing the WorldEp 15 - Family Connection to History - Awo Quaison-SackeyThis special episode features a mom changing the world who is MY FAMILY CONNECTION to Ghana's early history and present greatness. My cousin, Awo Quaison-Sackey's father was one of Ghana's first Embassadors when it became an independent country in 1957 and first black African President of the United Nations General Assembly, helping to put Ghana on the world's stage! She is a Regional Vice President of Human Resources for Africa region of a global company, author of her father's memior (coming in 2021) and her son Awenete has been featured in a few "40 under 40 years old" to watch for his political work...
2020-12-271h 15
Moms Changing the WorldEp 14 - Making the Holidays Merry and Bright!Happy Holiday Season! In a year like no other, the holidays can surely be one for the memory books. Let's meet at the virtual coffee shop in today's special podcast episode, "Making the Holidays Merry and Bright" for our families during a pandemic for a fire-side chat. Grab a cup of holiday spice tea or coffee, and pull up a seat at the community table by the crackling fire to share holiday ideas with Christmas music in the air. Latika Vines of the Latika Vines Show podcast and I chat all thi...
2020-12-1749 min
Empowering the Working Mom Podcast with Latika VinesS3: E35 Family Fun During a COVID Holiday SeasonIts the most wonderful time of the year! Yes, it's the Holiday season. But, with much joy as we celebrate Jesus, there may be some hesitation to enjoy it during a global pandemic. In today's episode of The Latika Vines Show, Ekua Walker, from Moms Changing the World podcast, and Latika share their ideas to celebrate this season and some new things they will try. They invite you to take a seat at their table where they are sitting in front of a fireplace, drinking a hot beverage and have a girlfriend chat on what they plan to do this...
2020-12-1148 min
Moms Changing the WorldEp 13 - Hope for Children Around the World - Pockets of PromiseHave you ever been so touched in your "mother heart" by something you saw that you had to act right away?!? In this interview, non-profit founder Adwoa Adu Acquah shares the moment that gave birth to her relief organization which provides food, education and shelter for children around the world. She makes time to do this along with raise her three boys, one of whom has special needs. Adwoa Adu Acquah is a Senior Regulatory Reporting Analyst at Grady Hospital in Atlanta, GA and the founder and President of Pockets of Promise, a relief agency...
2020-12-031h 03
Moms Changing the WorldEp 12 - Let's talk about Community Unity with Shawneece StevensonAfter the last few weeks we have had, do you need a WARM HUG, a GOOD CRY and some LAUGH-OUT-LOUD FUN? I got all three with my friend and community leader, Shawneece Stevenson. This week, we tackle community advocacy and social support for parents and children in a time when there is division and disconnection at every turn.Shawneece Stevenson is a wife, mom of two teenagers and a college student on the Peninsula. She’s a social worker and newly elected Board of Trustee, Sequoia Union High School District (to be confirmed December 16, 2020). Civ...
2020-11-191h 07
Moms Changing the WorldEp 11 - Homeschool/Virtual Learning BonusThis week's bonus is with my dear friend, Tricia Blackford, who is raising her children cross-culturally with her husband as missionaries in Chad, Africa. We have a helpful conversation about tips for home schooling vs. distance learning. We talk about the differents kinds of learn-from-home options and how to have grace and flexibility as children learn in the home environment.In case you missed her full episode last week, make sure to take a listen as you will be blessed! Tricia Blackford was born in New Jersey to Armenian-American parents. She moved at age 5 to D...
2020-11-1230 min
Moms Changing the WorldEp 10 - Raising Children Cross - CulturallyThis week's Mom who is changing the world is my dear friend Tricia Blackford, who is raising her children cross-culturally with her husband as missionaries in Chad, Africa. We have a rich conversation about a gratitude-filled life, raising 6 young children in another country, exploring race and culture with children and encouragement for home schooling/distance learning. Plus she is an author of three books to help those living cross-culturally, sharing prayer with children and adults, and coping when a partner travels for work.Tricia Blackford was born in New Jersey to Arm...
2020-11-0559 minEmpowering the Working Mom Podcast with Latika VinesS3: E29 Establishing Time to Go After Your DreamsDo you have dreams? Of course you do. We all have dreams! But, are you actively pursuing your dreams? - that is the question. As working moms, it can be much more harder to actively pursue our dreams when we have so many other things on our plate. But, in order for us to be happy, achieving our dreams should be a priority.
In today's episode of The Latika Vines Show, Ekua Walker shares how she is balancing her 9 to 5, being a Zumba Instructor, being a wife and mother, and her business. As the Podcast Host of M...
2020-10-3055 min
Moms Changing the WorldEp 9 - This Is Us - Mom Journey and Media with KHTune in this week for the full mom interview with KH to hear all about how she is changing the world as a mom, podcaster and screenwriter. We bond over raising young kids as a fellow mom podcaster of This Is Us with Kei and Clyde podcast. If you missed it, tune back to the Bonus Episode and join in on the lively discussion of all the mom characters in the television show. You just might be convinced to join the This Is Us "bandwagon" if you have never watched it or are just a casual fan. K...
2020-10-2944 min
Moms Changing the WorldEp 8 - Bonus Episode- This is Us Special with KHNBC show This is Us is my favorite show on television. Not only do they follow a diverse and interesting family of characters as they navigate life's twists and turns, they do it by showing glimpses of the Pearsons' lives in childhood, adolescence and young adulthood seamlessly over various decades. Days away from the Season 5 premiere on Oct 27, 2020, I do a "Mom's Eye View" analysis and recap of the show with fellow mom podcaster, KH of This Is Us with Kei and Clyde podcast. Join in on the lively discussion of all the mom characters in...
2020-10-2244 min
Moms Changing the WorldEp 7 - Bonus Episode- Diversity in Children's Books with Author JaNay Brown-Wood, PhdAs a bonus episode this week, JaNay and I talk about her books and other favorites in our home libraries for diversity and positive images of brown and black children around the world. There are some fun books about gratitude such as "Thanku - Poems of Gratitude" that you may want to pick up for this holiday season!Be sure to listen to Part 1 and 2 for her full mom inspiration interview.Host: Ekua Walker, Peds NP and CEO - Chief Encouragement Officerwww.MomsChangingtheWorld.org
2020-10-1545 min
Moms Changing the WorldEp 6 - Pt 2 - Race in Children's Books- with Professor and Author JaNay Brown-Wood , PhDListen to the conclusion of the interview with JaNay Brown-Wood, PhD, a preschool mom who is an educator, author and advocate for children. If you loved hearing in Part 1 how becoming a mom inspires this Early Childhood Education professor at American River College in Sacramento to write books that reflect her culture, then you will love hearing about her "hair journey" and advice for talking about beauty with young children. Her first children's book Imani's Moon is the winner of several awards including the NAESP Children's Book of the Year award. We also talk a...
2020-10-1534 min
Moms Changing the WorldEp 5 - Pt 1 - Race in Children's Books - JaNay Brown-Wood, Phd -You are in for a treat! JaNay Brown-Wood, PhD is a mom who is an educator, author and advocate for children. She is an Early Childhood Education professor at American River College in Sacramento. Her first children's book "Imani's Moon" is the winner of several awards including the NAESP Children's Book of the Year award. We talk about keeping it simple with balanced meals, raising lovers of books, family literacy practices and helping children who struggle with reading.Find her on:* Facebook: JaNay Brown-Wood, Author & Educator * Twitter: @janaybrownwood *C...
2020-10-0840 min
Moms Changing the WorldEp 4 - Pt 2 - Let's Talk About Race - Mari Gray, PhDInterview concludes with Mari Gray, PhD, Assistant Professor of Education Leadership at Cal State East Bay and mother of four sons, shares wisdom on how we as mothers can speak up on behalf of our children’s educational needs. Her research on disproportionate discipline in public schools informs her approach on advocating for children of color and other minorities to be treated fairly on school campuses across the nation. Find out what you can do help.www.MomsChangingtheWorld.orgOn Twitter @MomsChangingTheWorldHost: Ekua Wa...
2020-10-0144 min
Moms Changing the WorldEp 3 - Pt 1 - Let's Talk About Race - Mari Gray, PhDInterview with Mari Gray, PhD, Professor of Education Leadership at Cal State East Bay and mother of four, shares wisdom to new moms, single moms and moms of black/brown sons on how she talks to them about race and racism. Her research on disproportionate discipline in public schools informs her approach on advocating for children of color and other minorities to be treated fairly on school campuses across the nation.For more information, visitwww.MomsChangingtheWorld.orgHost: Ekua Walker, Child Development NP and Chief Encouragement O...
2020-09-2430 min
Moms Changing the WorldEpisode 2 -Pt 2 with Mother of the Host - Sophia BlanksonPt 2 of the two -part interview where you meet your host Ekua Walker, Pediatric NP and the mom who has made a special impact on her life... her own mother, Sophia Blankson! Sophia is an author, painter, retired educator, fashion designer and quilter, ministry leader and singer shares her wisdom on parenting in learning from our mistakes, teaching empathy to kids and being an empty nester grandmother. Enjoy the first closing meditation.www.MomsChangingtheWorld.orgHost: Ekua Walker, Child Development NP and Chief Encouragement OfficerProducer: Koby...
2020-09-1738 min
Moms Changing the WorldEpisode 1 - Pt 1 Interview with Mother of the Host -Sophia BlanksonPart 1 - Sophia Blankson- Moms Changing the WorldMeet your host Ekua Walker, Pediatric NP and the mom who has made a special impact on her life... her own mother, Sophia Blankson! Sophia is an author, painter, retired educator, fashion designer and quilter, ministry leader and singer shares her wisdom on parenting in Ghana vs America and advice for new mothers. Learn more about her children’s book “My Sister, My Friend” and more here.www.MomsChangingtheWorld.orgHost...
2020-09-1721 min
Moms Changing the WorldMoms Changing the WorldWelcome to Moms Changing the World! In this trailer, host Ekua Walker , Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, wife, mom of two and C.E.O. Chief Encouragement Officer shares the goals and format of weekly podcast.
2020-09-0607 min