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MOM TALKBittersweet Goodbyes and New BeginningsThis week on Mom Talk, we share big news and even bigger emotions. After 15 years together, Victoria is starting a new job, and we look back on the friendships, milestones, and memories that made our workplace feel like home. Tune in for laughter, tears, and a heartfelt look at new beginnings and lasting friendships.
2025-08-2032 minMOM TALKTraveling AdventuresThis episode we are journeying through recent adventures, including a dramatic trip to Gatlinburg, and the excitement (and nerves) of sending kids back to school. We are telling stories about travel mishaps, conquering fears on rollercoasters and glass bridges, and the joys and challenges of parenting through transitions like new schools and orientations.
2025-08-1328 minMOM TALKDebatableIn this episode of Mom Talk, we head outdoors to play the “Debatable” card game, take on some hilarious this-or-that questions, and taste-test a variety of drinks—all while sharing laughs, honest reviews, and relatable stories about friendship, parenting, and life’s little debates. Don’t miss the fun and be sure to follow us on Instagram, Apple, Spotify, and YouTube!
2025-08-0634 minMOM TALKSummer EscapadesIn this episode of Mom Talk, Victoria and Jordan return from a summer break with updates and stories from the past few weeks.
2025-07-3035 minMOM TALKDeondra PardueWe had Deondra Pardue on for our very first guest episode in 2024! She is a mother of two amazing girls, sixteen and nine, and she tells us how close they all are. She is a business woman and does consulting, with her main focus being on fun and laughter while helping people become leaders. She's also a motivational speaker, entrepreneur, and loves fashion! Find her on Facebook @ Deondra Lasheawebsite: deondralashea.com
2025-07-2340 minMOM TALKMichelle Connor-Sleep ConsultantWe got to do our very first zoom with Michelle Connor, certified sleep consultant! She is passionate about kids and parents getting the sleep they need. Make sure you follow her! @sleepyheadsols on Instagram Sleepyheadsols.com Sleepyheadsols@gmail.com
2025-07-161h 00MOM TALKSummer ShiftIn this episode of Mom Talk, we dive into summer schedules, juggling kids' activities, and the ups and downs of stay-at-home parenting. From cleaning sprees and wardrobe swaps to tackling baseboards and laundry, we share tips and tricks for staying sane. Tune in for our chat about the highs and lows of summer with the kids, and how they're managing to stay cool (or at least trying to).
2025-07-0938 minMOM TALKVacation Mode ActivatedIn this episode of Mom Talk, we catch up on Victoria's family vacation to Panama City Beach with her kids and parents. We discuss the fun they had at the beach, the various activities like the Ferris wheel and putt-putt golf, and the logistics of their trip, including car troubles and rental plans.
2025-07-0233 minMOM TALKBye Bye TonsilsIn this episode of Mom Talk, we discuss Mason's recent tonsillectomy and adenoid removal. We will dive into the details of his surgery, the recovery process, unexpected complications, and how Victoria managed to keep things under control. Make sure you're following us on Spotify, Apple, You Tube, and Instagram
2025-06-2536 minMOM TALKTala HersheyWelcome to another episode of Mom Talk! Join us as we chat with Tallah Hershey, a pediatric speech therapist from New York, who shares her journey and expertise in helping toddlers develop communication skills. Tala discusses innovative methods she developed during the COVID-19 pandemic to coach parents virtually, which led to remarkable improvements in children's speech progress. She also provides key insights into language milestones, the impact of COVID-19 on speech development, and practical strategies for parents to incorporate into their daily routines. Learn about the differences between milestones and averages, the myths surrounding boys' and girls' language development...
2025-06-1831 minMOM TALKI do... and I babysit tooIn this episode of Mom Talk, Victoria and Jordan catch up on the happenings at her brother's wedding. We dive into the rehearsal dinner, wedding day details, and share some adorable moments. We chat about the experience looking after Victoria's kids during the event, including pool fun and trampoline adventures. We even chat about Zanies comedy club, middle school fashion, and everything in between. Grab a cup of coffee and join our delightful conversation!
2025-06-1133 minMOM TALKType C Moms UniteIn this episode of Mom Talk, we dive into a retraction from our previous discussion on Type A vs. Type B moms. It turns out, we’re actually Type C! Join us as we share our experiences of overthinking, people-pleasing, and the joys of parenting while embracing our true Type C nature.
2025-06-0433 minMOM TALKSummer Bucket ListIn this episode, we celebrate the last half day of school and dive into our ultimate summer bucket list. From waterparks and play places to city savers and zoos, we're sharing all the fun activities we've planned for our kids. Tune in for some great ideas to keep your little ones entertained all summer long. Don't forget to follow us on Apple, Spotify, and Instagram & Youtube. Enjoy your summer!
2025-05-2829 minMOM TALKRecital, Graduation, and Really Tired ParentsJoin us as we catch up on the wild events of our past two weeks. From kids' Field Days and dance recitals to handling school awards and fifth grade graduation, their May has been non-stop! Tune in to hear about everything from quick lunch runs to pre-op appointments, and even a fun-filled home run derby. It's a full episode of mom adventures and juggling busy schedules!
2025-05-2133 minMOM TALKEp. 1 Introducing Mom Talk!Throwback to our very first episode! Whether you're new to following us or if you've been around for a while, we are taking it back to where we started on this podcast journey! We will be back with new a episode next week!
2025-05-1428 minMOM TALKMaycemberJoin us for this week's 'Mom Talk' as we navigate birthday bashes, Mother's Day plans, and more family fun. Available now on your favorite podcast platforms.
2025-05-0731 minMOM TALKMargo LowyIn this episode of Mom Talk, we sit down with Dr. Margo Lowy, a psychotherapist with a focus on motherhood. Dr. Lowy delves into her journey from social work to researching maternal ambivalence, the subject of her book 'Maternal Ambivalence: Loving Moments and Bitter Truths'. She shares insights on the therapeutic process, the importance of understanding and embracing all feelings in motherhood, and the value of maternal experiences. The conversation highlights the significance of self-compassion, the challenges and rewards of both stay-at-home and working mothers, and the need to support each other in the messy, loving journey of motherhood.
2025-04-3040 minMOM TALKStadiums, Snacks & CelebrationsIn this episode of Mom Talk, get the full scoop on a whirlwind weekend that includes a trip to St. Louis and all our Easter activities! Don't miss out on the full rundown of events and family fun!
2025-04-2330 minMOM TALKJenya HallIn this heartfelt episode of Mom Talk, we reconnect with our dear friend Jenya, joining us all the way from Canada. We talk about her incredible journey from growing up in Russia during the Soviet Union era to becoming a young mom, moving to the U.S., and eventually finding her place
2025-04-1640 minMOM TALKGolf Cart MomOn this episode of Mom Talk we are deciding what heavy machinery mom we are! We have heard of being a helicopter mom but lawnmowers and bulldozers are new for us.
2025-04-0930 minMOM TALKMarch Madness, but not the kind you're thinkingOn this episode of Mom Talk we are catching up on Spring Break trips and how long Jordan was on the road without a bathroom break. Is she afraid of heights now and will Victoria ever do a ski lift??
2025-04-0233 minMOM TALKShannon LoganToday on MOM TALK, we have Coach Shannon! She is a health coach for women and moms. We loved talking to her and she gave us great advice on sleep, diet, exercise, and work life balance. Make sure you give her a follow! @coachshannonlogan Coachshannonlogan.com
2025-03-2639 minMOM TALKBalancing love and limitsToday on Mom Talk we are discussing conflict and compromise with kids and co-parents.
2025-03-1928 minMOM TALKBeverly HarrisVictoria had such a good idea to interview Bev in our own way. Bev said anything that gives glory to God she would be happy to do! We asked her questions about her diagnosis, symptoms, and how her family is praying through the trials.
2025-03-1235 minMOM TALKFebruary UnpackedOn Mom Talk today we are catching y’all up on what’s being going on. We’ve had dance competitions, baseball, and doctor appointments.
2025-03-0531 minMOM TALKThe A to B of MotherhoodToday on Mom Talk we are deciding if we are type A or type B mom styles.
2025-02-2626 minMOM TALKHaley WiseToday on Mom Talk we have Haley Wise! We talk about her blended brady bunch family and how they juggle six kids schedules and her journey with breast cancer.
2025-02-1933 minMOM TALKJanuary UnwrappedOn Mom Talk today we are doing a full catch up of January and what we’ve been up to!
2025-02-1226 minMOM TALKJennifer MatuszakOn this episode of Mom Talk we are with Jennifer Matuszak giving all glory to God! Her love for the Lord, husband, and children shines through this episode!
2025-02-0540 minMOM TALKMilestones for kidsOn this episode of MOM TALK, we are discussing the CDC milestone changes, homework, and are you a living room family or a bedroom family?
2025-01-2927 minMOM TALKCindy Chester Today on Mom Talk we have the honor of interviewing our boss, Cindy Chester! She is the co-owner of Eden Day Spa and Salon and she tells us what starting and running the spa has been like for her.
www.edendayspas.com
2025-01-2230 minMOM TALKIt's 2025!On this episode of Mom Talk we are back at it for 2025! We are giving everyone our word of the year and catch up on everything we did over the holiday break!
2025-01-1536 minMOM TALKEmilie Lindsay Today on Mom Talk we have Emilie Lindsay, registered dietician and mother of three! We ask her thoughts on picky eating, healthy food options, and what she's cooking for her family.
2025-01-0839 minMOM TALKCourtney: Wife, Mama, Loves JesusOn this episode we are talking to Courtney Ferrell! She is owner of Courtney Ferrell Fitness and a mom of two. She tells us her journey of getting into health and fitness and how important it is to make the time when you're a mom.
This one is the perfect episode to get you ready and motivated for the new year! She can be your personal trainer, online or in person!
You can find her on: facebook @ Courtney Ferrell
instagram@ courtney_ferrell_fitness
www.fitstrongmama.com
2025-01-0142 minMOM TALKKayla SykesLoved having Kayla Sykes on this episode with us! She is a twin boy mom, and we asked all the twin questions we could think of! She is an independent Arbonne consultant and social media public figure. She can help with wellness, leadership, mentorship and be a strong support for anyone needing help making their dream become a reality.
instagram _kaylasykes_
Kaylasykes.arbonne.com
2024-12-2545 minMOM TALKTheresa Grubbs Today on Mom Talk we have Theresa Grubbs, Victoria's aunt! She is mother of two and aesthetician at Bella Medical Spa. Her daughter Sammy was diagnosed with HHT and Theresa is explaining how they found the diagnosis and how they are currently treating it.
2024-12-1830 minMOM TALKHoliday EditionToday on Mom Talk we are catching up on all Christmas plans! Holiday gatherings, school parties, and family time 💚❤️
2024-12-1131 minMOM TALKKayla GilbertToday on Mom Talk we have Kayla Gilbert! She is the owner of Maddison Avenue Candle Company and we dives into what it's like running a business, being a CEO, and still having time for your family!
www.maddisonavenue.com
2024-12-0433 minMOM TALKGobble This or That-Thanksgiving EditionWould you rather This or That Thanksgiving edition 🦃
2024-11-2729 minMOM TALKField Trips and Fall Festivals Today on Mom Talk we are discussing all our fall events! Mason had his first fields trip, fall festivals and trunk-or-treat. We also get into Henry's last fall ball tournament and Mason's pulmonary appointment.
2024-11-2034 minMOM TALKBalancing baseball and houseworkI had to get Victoria’s opinion on the best vacuum 😂 We talk about baseball and being the default parent
2024-11-1333 minMOM TALKFlying into Fall BreakVictoria is telling us all about their family fall break trip! This was her kid’s first time flying and her first time since being diagnosed with PAH.
2024-11-0629 minMOM TALKYour husband is home every night! We are catching y'all up on how its been with Jarrett on his new work schedule and being home every night. Victoria is preparing for her right heart cath, and baseball of course!
2024-10-3028 minMOM TALKUpdate on Victoria's PH Welcome back to another episode of Mom Talk! Victoria is giving us play by play of her right heart cath procedure and what she is doing moving forward.
2024-10-2330 minMOM TALKFall thingsWelcome back to another episode of Mom Talk, we are making a list of fall things with kids! Places we want to take them and fall break plans!
2024-10-1631 minMOM TALKJacqlyn: Wife, mom, real estate agent, and cancer survivor!We are talking with Jacqlyn Elliott today! She tells about her journey from being 18 and losing her mom, getting married and having kids, and where she is now being a breast cancer survivor! She has such a positive outlook on life, y'all do not want to miss this one! Jacqlyn is a real estate agent and you can find her on in instagram at jelliott.realtor or her website at www.jelliottrealtor.com
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2024-10-0942 minMOM TALKKseniia Duplyakina Today we are talking tech! We have Kseniia on the podcast, she works for Learnix Tree Centre and she's an expert in Automated Software Testing. She recently moved from Ukraine and became an industry leader in designing and implementing Quality Assurance processes for software. She is also a mother of a five year old son and tells us how she balances work from home and being a mom.
2024-10-0230 minMOM TALKLove Languages We did a deep dive into the 5 Love Languages for ourselves and our kids! We also talk about conflict styles and attachment styles, and how we apply them to our kids.
5 Love Languages by Gary Chapman
2024-09-2527 minMOM TALKInstagram Q&A Y'all gave us some really good questions to answer! We covered how we met, our hobbies, back to school changes and more!
2024-09-1829 minMOM TALKLaci Peterson We are taking a dive into the Laci Peterson case! It's been 22 years since Laci went missing and her husband Scott went to jail for her murder. The case has been picked up by the Innocence Project to exonerate Scott!
2024-09-1127 minMOM TALKPAH Q&A It's been one year since Victoria was diagnosed with PAH, she is giving us an update on how she is feeling and how her research appointments have been going!
2024-09-0427 minMOM TALKSingle vs. Married Parenting We are diving in to how Victoria wonders if she can always tell me how she's feeling. She has her kids full time, compared to me having mine part time and worries she should not complain about needing a break from her kids. See what we both have to say about it on this episode!
2024-08-2835 minMOM TALKLillian SueiroOn this episode Lilly talks about her pregnancy, her all natural water birth, and her wedding! We really dive into how labor went with no pain relief and a mid wife. And then we get all the details on her location wedding.
2024-08-2142 minMOM TALKFirst Day of SchoolWe are talking about the kids first day back to school! We are also sharing all the fall activities we are going to be doing and an update on Remi's arm!
2024-08-1431 minMOM TALKEmma and Henry Q&AWe had Emma and Henry on for a round 2!! We asked what it feels like to be the big kids at school this year going into 5th and 8th grade. We talked about social media and what life is like like with a puppy.
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2024-08-0722 minMOM TALKReady for back to schoolWe are catching you up on how our summer went and getting ready for school to start!
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2024-07-3139 minMOM TALKIt's Season 2!We are giving a recap of our first year podcasting! How it started versus how its going now! Thank you to the best fans and followers for riding along with us! And extra huge thank you to our listener support, y'all are amazing!
2024-07-1737 min2024-06-1927 minMOM TALKEmma and Henry RyeMy babes are on their first episode today giving us all the details of the spring break cruise and comparing it to their New York trip last summer!
2024-06-1229 minMOM TALKSummertimeWe are talking about summer plans to do with kids! And had to do a quick recap on our kid’s special events from the weekend!
2024-06-0531 minMOM TALKAlison MatheniaAlison Mathenia is talking all things home school and what works best for her family! She has two children enrolled in a hybrid program, and the younger two fully homeschooled. S
2024-05-2944 minMOM TALKIt's gonna be MayCatching y'all up on Mason turning 5, doctors appointments and Mother's Day!
2024-05-2235 minMOM TALKAP3We have our first ever repeat guest and it is the one and only Amy Painter! This time she is back with her daughters, Auburn and Abbie! We had so much fun talking to the girls and discussing how wedding planning went for them!
2024-05-1559 minMOM TALKJordan RyeGratitude is the best defense against anxiety 🤍 Today I’m talking about my divorce and the ebbs and flows of the past eight years.
2024-05-0830 minMOM TALKSabrina GibsonSabrina Gibson on this episode of Mom Talk! She talks middle school boys and girls, being a teacher, and being a great mom!
2024-05-0138 min2024-04-2425 minMOM TALKRebecca RyeRebecca Rye is sharing her story about her pregnancy journey. Taking meds, doing shots, the whole IVF process, but how it was all worth it in the end 🩵
2024-04-1745 minMOM TALKEaster Catch UpWe are talking about how much fun we had with Easter and differences between little kids and big kid presents
2024-04-1029 minMOM TALKAlison WeakleyLoved getting to talk to Alison on this week’s episode! She is a wife, mom of 3, and has her own photography business. Find her on instagram @alisonweakleyphotography and her website @alisonweakleyphotography.com
2024-04-0331 minMOM TALKHangout HouseWe are talking dancing with the stars, hoping to always have the hangout house, and kids growing up
2024-03-2726 minMOM TALKBrandi ParishWe have Brandi Parish with us on this episode being very open and vulnerable about her miscarriage. She explains how hard it was physically on her as well as mentally.
Trigger warning for pregnancy loss
2024-03-2052 minMOM TALKColon Cancer Awareness MonthOn this episode we are catching up on our lives from the last week! We’ve had dance competitions, read across America week, and talking about surgery
2024-03-0640 minMOM TALKPlay TherapyVictoria is giving us a play by play of all the ins and outs google searches for learning what works for her four year old.
2024-02-2839 minMOM TALKPAH update Victoria is giving us an update on her pulmonary hypertension journey. She talks about how her check ups are going and she is also in research trial for PH. #pulmonaryhypertension
2024-02-1426 minMOM TALKJessika AppletonJessika Appleton, Victoria's childhood friend joins us today! She talks about her two boys and balancing life being in a different state than her parents while raising her family.
2024-02-0725 min2024-02-0203 minMOM TALKOfficially have a teenager!Giving y'all updates on our after Christmas health and Emma turning 13! #teenager #thirteen
2024-01-3126 minMOM TALKLiterally Y'all!We have Aimee Thomack on the episode today and y'all she is literally the best! Her laughter is contagious and she is so fun to be around! She talks about her two babies and raising kids in the church.
2024-01-2442 minMOM TALKIt’s 2024 🥳This is our first recording in 2024 and we are catching up on how our Christmas and New Year went! We also discuss our word of the year for 2024 and how we think our last year words worked for us!
2024-01-1026 minMOM TALKVictoria:Pulmonary Hypertension UpdatePulmonary Hypertension update! Victoria is giving us an update on her PH diagnosis, how she’s feeling, and how it was coming back to work.
2023-12-2040 minMOM TALKHot TopicsOn this episode we talk about some mom "hot topics" we discuss if our kids get mental health day, are allowed in our bedroom, screen time, and much more! If you aren't already don't forget to follow us Apple or Spotfify!
2023-12-1328 minMOM TALKJackie: mompreneurWe have Jackie Harker for y’all today! She tells us the difference in fashion from New Jersey to Tennessee! She is a real estate agent, and started two boutiques, Little Loves and Mode! And her best job, being a mom to her son! She also talks about serving at Bella’s Closet. If you want to be inspired, you do not want to miss this episode! Shoplittlelovesboutique.com shopmodeboutiqe.com
2023-12-0638 min2023-11-2932 minMOM TALKCaitlyn: don't google it!Caityln Tomer on the podcast today! She is going to talk about her own kids and what it's like to love on other people's kids at daycare. Shout out to Red Barn for being the most amazing group taking care of our kids!
2023-11-2256 minMOM TALKKids and MilestonesOn this episode we are getting into the comparison game with kids and their milestones. We discuss when our kids walked and cut teeth and now we realize there is no time line for accomplishing these milestones, its whenever each child is ready!
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2023-11-1527 minMOM TALKYour questions answered!Y'all sent us some good topics and we weighed in! We cover how we spend some one on one time with our kids, how our routines look for us, and more! Keep sending them our way! Don't forget to follow and subscribe! Find us on our instagram @ mom_talk_tn
2023-11-0843 minMOM TALKJulianne: a boy momJordan's sister is on the show today! She is a mom of two boys and they were both premature. She discusses how she went into early labor each time, nicu stays, and healing.
2023-11-0144 minMOM TALKIt’s fall y’all!On this episode we are getting ready for all the holidays!! #fall #thanksgiving #christmas #shopping
2023-10-2534 minMOM TALKWe haven’t seen each other in 3 weeks!On this episode we are playing catch-up. We’ve had husbands out of town, sick kids, and car wrecks!
2023-10-1829 minMOM TALKAmy: Finding the sweet spot with kidsWe are talking with Amy Painter today! She is talking about her pregnancy and birth with Auburn, and how prayers got them through. She has raised two amazing girls, and we think she's made it into the sweet spot!
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2023-10-1138 minMOM TALKSleep training, co-sleeping, any way to get your kids to sleepWhat's the best way to get kids to sleep? How do we feel about co-sleeping? Best age to sleep train? Don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss an episode and follow us on mom_talk_tn on instagram!
2023-10-0428 minMOM TALKAre y'all vacationing with kids?In this episode we will be talking about traveling with kids at various ages, our experiences, and different places we have been with our kids! Don't forget to follow and let us know what you think about this episode! Don't forget to follow our page and leave us some love!
2023-09-2030 minMOM TALKA mom with a medical diagnosisOn this episode we dive into Victoria's recent medical discovery and how she's handling it with kids. If you're like us you may have never heard of Pulmonary Hypertension, but if you have please send all the best information! This is the first episode speaking about it but have more to come. To follow the journey follow our channel and find us on instagram @mom_talk_tn
2023-09-1337 minMOM TALKHow we celebrate birthdays!In this episode we talk about what birthday parties look like for us, things we have done in the past, how birthday parties evolve as kids get older, and what it is like to not have your child with you on their birthday. Listen, follow, and leave us some feed back! Hope you enjoy!
2023-09-0629 minMOM TALKChoresChores, love them or hate them? Please subscribe so you don't miss an episode and follow us on mom_talk_tn
2023-08-3030 minMOM TALKBirth Stories part 2Our birth stories of our second babies! Please subscribe so you don't miss an episode and follow us on mom_talk_tn
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