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The Mom SalonGet Ready- moving with the season, AGAINBack-to-school season hits different when you're a mom. How are we already in August? It is a question we ask ourselves daily. One minute you're packing lunchboxes and checking supply lists… the next you're crying in the Target parking lot wondering how your baby is already starting kindergarten or walking into middle school, perhaps? In this episode, we get honest about all of it—the prep, the pressure, the weird sadness that comes with changing seasons, and the joy of watching our kids grow right in front of us. We’re sharing our go-to tip...2025-08-0534 minThe Mom SalonWe're All New HereWe expect ourselves to just know how to do this motherhood thing—as if instinct alone should carry us through every tantrum, milestone, and hard conversation.But here’s the truth no one says out loud enough: every time your child enters a new phase, you do too.In this episode, we’re talking about what it really means to be “new” again and again throughout motherhood—and how to let go of the pressure to get it right the first time.You’re not failing. You’re not behind. You’re j...2025-07-2148 minThe Mom SalonMom Rage Isn't the Problem: It's the SignalWe weren’t planning to talk about mom rage that day… but once we opened the door, there was no closing it. This episode felt like a deep exhale.We’re talking about those moments when everything builds up and you go from “I’m fine” to “I’m going to lose it” in two seconds. And how most of us don’t even realize how much we’re holding in.If you’ve ever scared yourself (or your kids) with how mad you got or felt the guilt that comes after you are so not alone!This...2025-07-1535 minThe Mom SalonWhat if it all goes right?In this episode,we sit down for a real, relatable chat about how hard change can be—for us as adults, and for our kids.We open up about the emotional rollercoaster of transitions, the unexpected ways our own traits show up in our children, and the deep challenge of watching our kids struggle with things like anxiety, fear, or new experiences.It’s honest, a little messy, and full of moments that will make you nod along and feel a little less alone.If you’ve ever thought, “Why is this so...2025-07-0834 minThe Mom SalonIt's not you, It's your chewingLet's be honest....our kids are the loves of our lives and the reason our jaws clench sometimes. In this one, we're saying all the things you think but don't always say outloud- like why the sound of snack bags opening makes us irrationally angry, or how asking "can I have a snack?" after not eating dinner should be a punishable offense. It's OK- our kids annoy the heck out of us sometimes. Doesn't mean we love them any less! Just means we're moms.. with ears, nerves, and a very short fuse by bedtime. Hit a...2025-06-2440 minThe Mom SalonMarriage, But Make it Seasonal: The Stages No one Prepares You ForMarriage doesn’t just “change” after kids—it evolves, unravels, and reinvents itself over and over again.In this episode, we’re walking through the real stages of marriage through motherhood—from the pre-baby honeymoon phase, to the roommate vibes of the baby years, to school-age co-managing, and the slow, quiet choice to either reconnect or grow apart.We’re talking resentment, emotional capacity, calendar chaos, and the little moments where you suddenly realize:“Wait… when’s the last time we even talked about us?”Whether you’re in the thick of toddler tantrums, realiz...2025-06-1751 min
Digital Trailblazer PodcastHow to Make Your Boring Brand Story Exciting and Impactful with Melissa MonteEpisode 157: Grab the Ultimate Ad Script right HERE - https://join.digitaltrailblazer.com/ultimate-ad-scriptStories are some of the most powerful marketing tools you have in your business. But a lot of people feel like their story isn’t anything special or exciting… they don’t have a dramatic rags-to-riches story, or an experience of hitting rock-bottom and then working their way to the top.In this episode, Melissa Monte tells us how to take your life experiences and turn them into powerful, impactful stories that are relevant to your audience and move them i...2025-06-0930 minThe Mom SalonThe Final Bell: Surviving the Last Weeks of School & Setting up a Summer to RememberThe school year is almost over—and if you're hanging on by a thread, you're not alone. 😅 In this episode, we're talking about the chaos of the last two weeks of school, sharing survival tips, and helping you set the stage for a summer that doesn’t drain your soul. Grab your coffee (or wine—no judgment), hit play, and let's get through this together. 💛FInd us on on instagram @TheMomSalon_Pod*Don't forget to shop your next weekly grocery delivery with @ Fresh Direct and use our code "TheMomSalon50" at checkout for your $50 off your firs2025-06-0347 minThe Mom SalonWhat It really Took To Feel Like Herself Again: Motherhood, Meds, & MindsetWhat happens when you’re an OG influencer used to showing up online—but postpartum anxiety hits you like a truck, and no one sees it?In this episode, I sit down with Julia Dzafic a longtime lifestyle blogger and local influencer, to talk about what reallywent on behind the scenes after becoming a mom.We cover: How she kept posting while silently battling undiagnosed postpartum anxietyWhat finally led her to seek help and start medicationThe guilt, the healing, and what feeling like herself again really looks likeWhy comparison online is crushing moms and how t...2025-05-2730 minThe Mom SalonIn the Middle of a MemoryThis week, we’re getting sentimental — in the best way. ✨You know those moments when you're rocking your toddler, watching your kids play, or folding another pile of laundry, and you suddenly feel a pang of this won’t last forever? That’s what we’re talking about.In this episode, we explore what it means to feel nostalgic for the moment you're still living. We share memories from our own childhoods, how they shape the way we mother today, and reflect on what it must feel like for moms who are a little further down the road — w...2025-05-1330 minThe Mom SalonAging in the Mirror, Not Just in the Mind-Accepting & embracing physical changesDouble digits, baby! In our 10th episode of The Mom Salon, we dive into the raw and real of watching ourselves change—on the outside. From gray hairs to laugh lines, we're talking about what it means to truly see ourselves aging and how to embrace every wrinkle, roll, and reflection with love. This one’s for every mom who's ever paused in the mirror and wondered, “When did that happen?” Let’s talk beauty, identity, and growing older with grace (and maybe a good serum).2025-05-0641 min
PRODUCTEA with Leah, Growth & Senior Leadership105: Melissa Perri - Why "AI" is a terrible strategistMelissa Perri drops truth bombs about why most companies fail at AI integration, how legacy giants self-sabotage innovation, and why "slapping AI on it" is the fastest way to irrelevance.Timestamps & Key Moments05:59 – AI: Innovation vs. Lipstick on a PigWhy QuickBooks is losing to startups like Digits. Melissa’s rule: If AI doesn’t make the problem 10x easier, you’re just checking a box.12:36 – Corporate Innovation’s Dirty SecretLegacy companies fear self-disruption. Spin out autonomous teams with clear goals-not ju...2025-05-0450 minThe Mom SalonHe'll never get it-and thats OKAY!This week at the mom salon we're getting into all the things our husbands just don’t understand about motherhood (and probably never will). But here’s the deal: maybe they’re not meant to fully get it. In this episode, we talk about the mom stuff that flies over their heads, the mental load they don’t see, and how to stop chasing understanding and start asking for actual support. Funny, honest, and full of “YES, THAT!” moments.Tune in—you’ll feel seen, heard, and a little less alone.2025-04-2949 minThe Mom SalonThe Wild World of the Web: Now & ThenWe’re back from spring break & kicking this week off with an episode we recorded at the content studio that we will be hosting a live show from in May and the ultimate moms night out! Sharing all the details soon.In this episode, we are throwing it way back — to the days of dial-up internet, AIM away messages, and when your biggest online risk was accidentally chatting with a 40-year-old man in a Blink-182 chat room. 😳Remember your AIM screen name? Because we do… and it was probably something like x0xBabiiGrl4Evax0x. (No regret...2025-04-2230 minThe Mom SalonFrom Diagnosis to Everyday: A Proud Autism Mom Opens Up The Mom Salon is back with a powerful new episode! This week, we’re breaking the ice with our first guest — our amazing friend Gina, a proud mom to an autistic child. In honor of Autism Awareness Month, we dive deep into Gina’s journey: from her mom intuition to the diagnosis, and all the ways we can show up and support moms raising children with special needs. This episode is filled with touching moments, insights, and stories that will resonate with so many. Trust us, you won’t want to miss it! Tune in now!2025-04-0839 min
["It's YOUR f'ing journey!", "It's YOUR f'ing journey!"]Letting Go & Leaning In: Leah's Journey of Faith & PurposeSend us a textSummaryIn this episode of the It's Your F'ing Journey podcast, Melissa McWeeny and Leah O'Meara discuss their friendship, the transition from Beachbody to a faith-based fitness approach, and Leah's journey to sobriety. They explore the importance of authenticity, the impact of faith on personal growth, and the challenges of maintaining relationships during significant life changes. Leah shares her experiences with alcohol and how her newfound sobriety has transformed her life and relationships, emphasizing the importance of intentionality and support in making positive changes. In this engaging conversation, Leah...2025-04-0750 minThe Mom SalonZero to ChaosThis week we're talking all about the transition when you add another baby to the family. We know this a personal decision for every family and that all experiences are truly unique. We dive into our own personal experiences. We highlight all the pros and cons of the age gaps, reasons we think that play into the challenges, and take a walk down memory lane with the WAVE of emotions that come during this time. Whether you are in this now, been there before, or may be in the future we hope you will feel a bit less alone...2025-04-0128 minThe Mom SalonThe Balancing Act of Extracurricular ActivitiesIn this episode we're talking about when you hit the extracurricular stage of parenting- sports, classes, practices whatever it may be that your kid takes an interest in and ALLLLL that comes with such a commitment. The balancing act, the crazy parents, the joy, the challenges. Whether you are in this stage yet or not this episode will help you feel less alone because at some point as a parent this stage does come! Come have a laugh with us while talking about how to juggle it all.2025-03-2526 minThe Mom SalonAll moms WORKJoin us as we share our personal experiences on the topic of SAHM and working moms. The pros and cons of it all and of course some laughs along the way. Regardless of your official title in this season ALL moms are working! 2025-03-1834 minThe Mom SalonFinding YOUR people in moterhood, the good the bad and all the in betweensWhen the modern day "village" isn't anything like it was back in the day. Come listen to both our takes on this topic. We share our personal experiences on this episode diving deep into finding your people once you become a mom and give you the hope you need if friendships after baby have been challenging.Along with our take and practical tips there are LOTS of laughs along the way in this episode. Let us know if you have experienced anything you hear on today's episode. XO2025-03-1132 minThe Mom SalonEmbracing Your Evolving SelfIn this heartfelt episode of The Mom Salon, we dive into the transformative journey of motherhood and explore how to embrace your evolving identity without losing yourself in the process. Hosted by Melissa & Leah, a therapist specializing in supporting moms & and a hair stylist, we discuss practical strategies and emotional insights for rediscovering your true self during the beautiful yet challenging experience of motherhood. Whether you’re navigating the early days of parenthood or adjusting to a new phase of life, this episode is all about finding balance, self-compassion, and the courage to honor the 'new you' tha...2025-03-0439 minThe Mom SalonThe PilotIn this pilot episode you will hear the ins and outs of the mom salon, our why, and what you can expect from tuning in. Get a feel for who we are as individuals and as best friends with 9 kids between us. We will tell you why we're so passionate about helping other moms and why you shouldn't miss an appointment with us @ The Mom Salon! The place you come to laugh, learn, and recharge. XO Melissa & Leah2025-02-2535 min
Balancing BusyHow to Reawaken Your Imagination and Bring More Joy to Your Life (#125)Send us a textEver feel like the hustle and bustle of motherhood has left your creativity on the back burner? Melissa Lorena, also known as The Imagination Coach, is here to help you dust off those big ideas and rekindle your spark.Melissa is the author of Fertile Imagination and the host of Mom Founder Imagination Hub, a podcast designed to inspire moms to dream boldly. In this episode, we dive into the power of imagination, how it helps you thrive as a mom, and why creativity isn’t just for kids....2024-12-1028 min
Mom Founder Imagination Hub260: Finding Balance as a Mom Founder: Leah Remillet's Secrets to Sustainable Success and 100-Day Sabbatical Ready for a fresh episode that’s brimming with big dreams, family stories, and some real-life hacks to build a better business without burning out? This week, we’re chatting with Leah Remillet, a mom, entrepreneur, and systems whiz who shares her journey from hustling 24/7 to finding that sweet spot of success and balance. Leah breaks down how she took a 100-day break (yes, you read that right!) and still came back to a thriving business, totally inspired. Plus, if you’ve ever had genius ideas pop up while you’re in the shower or driving, L...2024-12-1033 min
The Brookhill PodcastEP.63 - Melissa & Leah - Chatting with AlumniJoin us today on a trip down memory road with 2 of our great alumni Melissa & Leah!
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Photo Fuel | Family Photography EducationGet Discovered and Grow your Business in a New Place Using SEO with Melissa ArlenaSEO expert Melissa Arlena is on the show today with her experience and best practices for moving your photography business to a new city, establishing brand presence online with SEO, and ways you can set yourself up for success.
We talk about things like:
How she excels and books as a photographer with a specific, repeatable look
Tips to transition your business between states
Tweaks to your keyword targeting
Changes to how google reads keyword differences
How do do keyword research and choose the best ones to get you “found”
Tips for how to...2024-09-2345 min
The Anti Diet Life38. Skincare, Nutrition, and Intuitive Eating with Dr. Melissa DurfeyIn this episode of The Anti Diet Life podcast, we sit down with Dr. Melissa Durfey, a multi-award-winning Doctor of Chinese Medicine, Holistic Esthetician, and Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor. We dive into her journey from a makeup artist at the beauty counter to a pioneer in holistic skincare. Dr. Durfey shares how she integrates intuitive eating into her practice, emphasizing the powerful connection between nutrition and skin health. We also tackle the pervasive influence of diet culture in the beauty industry, questioning whether your beauty routines are genuinely for you or shaped by external pressures. Dr. Durfey offers her...2024-08-2833 min
Untoxicify Your RelationshipEp 41: Finding Love After Healing: A Courageous Convo with Leah Forney, Part 2In part two, Leah Forney discusses dating after sexual assault, and then the Holy Spirit takes ova! We talk about aligning with God when it comes to dating and getting into position to get your person. This is a spirit-filled episode you don't want to miss. Vote for Untoxicify Your Relationship for Best Faith Base Podcast in the Women in Podcasting Award!!Curious about your toxic trait? Take our FREE quiz and discover it at the-rebelution.com. It's a great opportunity to gain self-awareness and start your journey towards personal growth.Want to h...2024-07-2947 min
Untoxicify Your RelationshipEp 40: Finding Love After Healing: A Courageous Convo with Leah Forney, Part 1**Trigger Warning - discussing Sexual Assault**In this episode, I have Leah Forney, author, speaker, and sexual assault advocate here to discuss her dating journey after being sexually assaulted 10 years ago. She shares her journey and some tips on how to move forward after experiencing trauma. Leah has turned her tragedy into triumph and she wants to do the same for you.Vote for Untoxicify Your Relationship for Best Faith Base Podcast in the Women in Podcasting Award!!Want to know what your toxic trait is? Take the FREE quiz and find out at th...2024-07-2227 min
Hey Queen, Thrive!Creating Drama-Free Relationships w/ Melissa Webb, LPCSeason 4, Episode 162: Hey Thrive Tribe! Are you ready to have drama-free relationships in 2024? If so, this is the episode for you.
On this episode, I sat down with Relationship Trauma expert Melissa Webb who is a Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in helping women of color create drama free relationships by untoxifying our relationships.
Tune in and get these nuggets that Melissa dropped.
Melissa's Contact Info:
Email: hello@the-rebelution.com
Website: www.the-rebelution.com
FB: Melissa Webb
IG: MeltheeCoach
Links to Products:
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Women As/In ArtEpisode 24: Emerald Gruin interviews Melissa CooteMelissa Coote is an artist based in Sydney, Australia.
Melissa studied photography in the early stages of her practice and this still underpins the majority of her art making. Melissa works with sculpture, varying types of photography and painting techniques ranging from the earliest form of Daguerrotypes to modern day photography. Melissa is a highly skilled drawer, painter, and photographer and the sculpting of light with feeling is the essence of her work.
Coote hopes those living with her pieces have the opportunity to enjoy them in a variety of light conditions as details recede or...2024-06-0528 minWomen As/In ArtEpisode 24: Emerald Gruin interviews Melissa CooteMelissa Coote is an artist based in Sydney, Australia.
Melissa studied photography in the early stages of her practice and this still underpins the majority of her art making. Melissa works with sculpture, varying types of photography and painting techniques ranging from the earliest form of Daguerrotypes to modern day photography. Melissa is a highly skilled drawer, painter, and photographer and the sculpting of light with feeling is the essence of her work.
Coote hopes those living with her pieces have the opportunity to enjoy them in a variety of light conditions as details recede or...2024-06-0528 minWomen As/In ArtEpisode 24: Emerald Gruin interviews Melissa CooteMelissa Coote is an artist based in Sydney, Australia.
Melissa studied photography in the early stages of her practice and this still underpins the majority of her art making. Melissa works with sculpture, varying types of photography and painting techniques ranging from the earliest form of Daguerrotypes to modern day photography. Melissa is a highly skilled drawer, painter, and photographer and the sculpting of light with feeling is the essence of her work.
Coote hopes those living with her pieces have the opportunity to enjoy them in a variety of light conditions as details recede or...2024-06-0528 min
Pastor Melissa's MessagesWomen of Faith: Rachel & Leah (04/21/2024)Women of Faith; Rachel & Leah
Scripture: Genesis 29:15-302024-04-2220 min
Product ThinkingEpisode 159: Fueling Product-Led Growth with Leah Tharin, Interim Chief Product and Growth Officer, GotPhotoIn this episode of the Product Thinking podcast, host Melissa Perri is joined by Leah Tharin, Interim Chief Product and Growth Officer, GotPhoto. Join them as they explore the different types of growth strategies and when to use them, as well as the importance of aligning sales and product teams. Leah also talks about the power of data-driven strategies in bridging sales and product teams and how aligning with customer success fuels product-led growth.2024-02-2157 min
FitPet Boston TalksMelissa In ParisDog trainer Melissa Molander sits with Lori & Leah to discuss service dog training and traveling with a trained service dog. Be sure to rate and review the show and share it with ya friends if you have found our conversation interesting! @fitpetboston @abcdogtraining @thisdoglady FitPet Boston Talks is a production of FitPet Boston LLC 2024-02-0944 min
MediatorPodcast.com - Mediation, Negotiation & CollaborationDivorcing with Intention: A Professional’s Guide to Intentional DivorceHi, welcome to MediatorPodcast.com, a podcast and video series about mediation, negotiation and collaboration. My name is Melissa Gragg, and I'm a Valuation Expert and Divorce Financial Mediator in St. Louis, Missouri – specializing in divorce and partner disputes. Today we are speaking about “Divorcing with Intention: A Professional's Guide to Intentional Divorce” with Leah Hadley, a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst and Accredited Financial Counselor. Leah is based in Cleveland, Ohio and recently focused her practice on “Intentional Divorce Solutions” where she guides her clients to financial independence through thoughtful and strategic planning.1. Can you explain what...2024-01-2944 min
PRODUCTEA with Leah, Growth & Senior Leadership46: Melissa Kwan - Bootstrap vs VC, Mastering the startup gameSummaryMelissa Kwan, CEO of eWebinar and serial bootstrapper, discusses the challenges and benefits of bootstrapping a business versus seeking venture capital funding. She is the poster child for urging founders to focus on real customer feedback and paying customers without loading up on VC problems. We discuss the importance of understanding the customer, personal goals and ambitions, the challenges of building and scaling a product, defining success and financial goals, the desire for financial independence, determining the financial number to sleep well, and the value of personal branding and trust.2023-12-161h 01
Efficiency Bitch, How Ambitious Women Can Have It All Without Doing It AllEp 117: TIME - Thriving in the Chaos with Leah RemilletHey there,In today's episode, we're diving into the good stuff—time-saving hacks and the art of doing less but better. Joining me today is Leah Remillet. Leah is an international speaker, the host of Balancing Busy Podcast, a top 100 podcast, and a systems strategist for time-starved entrepreneurs. Leah has helped thousands of small business owners ditch the overwhelm and start scaling - without sacrificing their home life, health, or happiness. Leah shows you how to optimize it all. from professional to personal so that you can do less but better!2023-12-0725 min
The Sex Reimagined PodcastMelissa Saavedra: Diversifying Romance Novels and Destigmatizing DesireSend us a text & leave your email address if you want a reply!Melissa Saavedra is a proud Latina and US Navy veteran who is the visionary founder of Steamy Lit and the innovative Steam Box. Leah Piper, Dr. Willow Brown, and Melissa tackle taboo topics, from the power of erotica to confronting sexual shame, challenging gender roles in the military, and overcoming religious guilt associated with indulging in steamy reads. Together, they create a safe space for open conversations, advocating sexual positivity and self-pleasure. LISTEN IN TO:Discover how Melissa's work i...2023-11-071h 16
In Her Voice: A Women and Hollywood PodcastEp 4: Directors Davina Pardo and Leah Wolchok (JUDY BLUME FOREVER) and Co-Creator Hannah Bos (SOMEBODY SOMEWHERE)Melissa interviews the directors of the new documentary Judy Blume Forever, Davina Pardo and Leah Wolchok, which premieres on Amazon Prime on April 21st. She also talks to Hannah Bos, one of the co-creators of Somebody Somewhere, which returns for its second season on HBO on April 23rd.
Show Notes:
Judy Blume Forever Trailer
Hannah Bos' Instagram
Somebody Somewhere S2 Trailer
In Her Voice is a Woman and Hollywood Podcast, hosted by Melissa Silverstein (Founder of Women and Hollywood and Co-Founder of the Athena Film Festival) and produced by Leonie Marsh.2023-04-2129 min
Conversations with Kara-LeahMelissa Billington on Transmuting Ancestral Trauma: Turning Poison into PotionMelissa Billington is a talented yoga teacher, creatrix, inspiratrice, and also a dear friend of mine.
Born in Virginia, Melissa is the 13th lineal descendant of Pocahontas and she shares how she has worked to transmute her family’s ancestral trauma into healing. We also explore why and how Melissa has chosen to take her yoga off the mat and more widely into the world, particularly through water walks, praying for the water, and stand-up comedy.
Oh, and make sure you stick around until the end for a bonus performance from Melissa!
About Me...2023-04-141h 33Conversations with Kara-LeahMelissa Billington on Transmuting Ancestral Trauma: Turning Poison into PotionMelissa Billington is a talented yoga teacher, creatrix, inspiratrice, and also a dear friend of mine.
Born in Virginia, Melissa is the 13th lineal descendant of Pocahontas and she shares how she has worked to transmute her family’s ancestral trauma into healing. We also explore why and how Melissa has chosen to take her yoga off the mat and more widely into the world, particularly through water walks, praying for the water, and stand-up comedy.
Oh, and make sure you stick around until the end for a bonus performance from Melissa!
About Me...2023-04-141h 33
From Grief to Gold35. Making art as a career, living with multiple sclerosis diagnosis, and giving permission to redefine yourself with Leah DevoraIn today's episode, I spoke with Leah Devora about her journey as a career artist, and the shift she had to take in her career after being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) and how that caused her to make adjustments to her life over the last eight years. We dive into some of her background in the art world, her love for animal rescues, and the importance of mindset. One thing I loved was her sharing about how we have a chance to redefine who we are each and every day. Her focus on not being defined as, "the...2023-02-0333 min
FitPet Boston Talks2023 Goal Setting with Leah, Lori & MelissaJoin Boston MA area dog trainers Leah, Lori and Melissa for a discussion which reflects upon the year and sets some goals for 2023. @bettervet save $75 on your first visit FPB75 (limited time offer) FitPet Boston Talks is a production of FitPet Boston LLC @fitpetboston @abcdogtraining @thisdoglady2022-12-2457 min
Mel's MusicDepp’s Siren Pirate 🏴☠️(Tribute to The Wave - Soaked Maiden by Ginny Di, featuring Michael Sheridan, R. Morgan Slade, & Leah Stein)Depp’s Siren Pirate : a song for Pirates of the Caribbean (Tribute to The Wave - Soaked Maiden by Ginny Di, featuring Michael Sheridan, R. Morgan Slade, & Leah Stein)Original written by: Ginny Di & J Black Smith ‘for Johnny Depp, for Pirates of the Caribbean, & for (most importantly) my Mom Happy Halloween 🎃 👻 🍭 🍬🏴☠️ 🚢 ❣️Lyrics:Yo ho, yo hoA pirate’s 🏴☠️ life for me! Each young maidenWith deep, pure loveAnd intentions of husband and homeAre in grave danger If left aloneWith the Captain Jack Sparrow In...2022-10-2404 min
Conversations Across the Lake with Megaan & MelissaFall in Love with Yourself: A Heartfelt Conversation with Leah Grace#23. Today Megaan and Melissa get the chance to sit down with their mentor, teacher, and friend (and the reason why they met!) Leah Grace. Leah speaks about her evolution of becoming the woman she is now, shifting directions in business, and letting go of who she once was in order to step into her current role. She discusses her philosophy for teaching, which includes combining the wisdom of our indigenous ancestors with the knowledge of Western medicine and trauma healing. Leah’s conversation inspires flow, self-appreciation, and trust that there is always more magic to be had in life. Sh...2022-09-0347 min
Curious & ConnectEdDMelissa Gates on Curious & ConnectEdDMelissa has worked in K12 education for 22 years in a variety of roles in both public and independent schools. She is currently at the Episcopal School of Acadiana which is in beautiful Cade, Louisiana. She and her husband of 22 years have two teenage children, who know much more than their parents and three rescue dogs, who provide a constant source of entertainment. Melissa is excited to hear more about the members of her cohort!Connect with Melissa here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-gates-5377a82222022-08-1524 min
The Modern Sage PodcastVulnerability, Compassion & The Power of Selflessness with Melissa Moore, PhD"Compassion from the Buddhist perspective is about selflessness, it's not about self. But before you can practice compassion with others you have to make friends with yourself." How to have a compassionate heart, one that connects deeply with others and also offer loving-kindness to self. This is a conversation about vulnerability, compassion, meditation and healing between two master healers Leah Guy and Melissa Moore, comtemplative psychologist. Discover the difference between Mitri and selfishness. Learn best practices for mindfulness and meditation.Get insight on how to be more vulnerable and intimate with yourself and...2022-07-2046 min
Her Divorce Source.. with LeahCollaborative Divorce 101 (Ep. 6)Divorce is by definition, not done alone.
However, the question may be, how do you collaborate on a split?
It’s all about your mindset as you enter divorce proceedings. If there’s a willingness to work with your spouse in a way that will allow for constructive resolutions, you will be able to separate in a more peaceful way.
In this episode, Leah Jones speaks to divorce attorney Melissa Goodstein, who focuses on alternative dispute resolutions, namely mediation and collaborative divorce. Leah and Melissa discuss the ins and outs of collaborative divorce, the be...2022-04-1432 min
FitPet Boston TalksMusing with MelissaBoston area dog trainers Leah, Lori and Melissa chat about cancellation policies, taking group photos & gym drama. Support the podcast by rating and reviewing. Follow us on instagram! @fpb_talks @bettervet save $75 on your first visit FPB75 FitPet Boston Talks is produced by FitPet Boston LLC. 2022-03-0652 min
The LifeKraft Podcast#50 How To Have A Wonderful Holiday Season When You're By Yourself - with Leah SeforSend us a text*Disclaimer* - Our guest audio was not an in-person recording, so there are a few moments where the signal caused a few hick-ups with sound. Nothing that takes away from the powerful conversation though, but we just wanted to let you know. If you're spending the Holiday Season by yourself this podcast episode is just for you. Relationship and Life Coach, Leah Sefor, shares valuable tips and insights on how to make a Holiday Season by yourself a transformative experience. We take a look at the stigma attached to being alone a...2021-12-0824 minThe LifeKraft Podcast#49 Relationships and the Holiday Season - How to Set Healthy Boundaries and Show Up With Understanding with Leah SeforSend us a textThe Holiday Season can be a time where couples connect and recharge together before the start of a busy year but most of the research shows that the Holidays can be a very stressful time for even the healthiest of partnerships. In this episode we asked the LifeKraft Community to send us their biggest concerns when it comes to the stress the Holidays can put on a relationship and we got Life and Relationship Coach, Leah Sefor to shed some light as to why the tensions might feel high at this time of...2021-12-0132 minThe LifeKraft Podcast#48 How to Navigate Family Dynamics in a Healthier, More Authentic Way this Holiday Season with Leah SeforSend us a textThe Holiday Season can be a time of connection, joy, wonderful memories and a moment to recharge before the new year. But, so often, the Holiday Season can be the most stressful time when it comes to family dynamics. In this episode, we asked the LifeKraft Community to send us their biggest concerns when it comes to family dynamics and we got Life and Relationship Coach, Leah Sefor to shed some light as to why the tensions might feel high at this time of year, how to navigate uncomfortable conversations and how to...2021-11-2430 min
A Tale as old as crimeThe Disappearance of Leah Roberts PT. 2/ Israel KeyesThis episode covers Tara's theory about who may have been involved in Leah Roberts' disappearance. We also go down the rabbit hole of Israel Keyes' life and crimes. This is a doozy. Trigger Warning!
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Old Fashioned FridayEpisode 14: Small Towns, Big Business, and NA Bourbon Old Fashioneds with Special Guest - Melissa WernerIn this special extended episode, Leah talks Small Towns & Big Business with guest Melissa Werner. We've got advice for anyone thinking of moving to a small town, try a new non-alcoholic bourbon, and brainstorm for our businesses. Visit Melissa online at MelissaMachonWerner.com.
This week's NA Bourbon Old Fashioned:
Barspoon of Simple Syrup
Maruska Maraschino Cherry
One Drop doTERRA Wild Orange Essential Oil
Two Dashes each Aromatic and Citrus Bitters
Ounce and a Half Spiritless Kentucky 74
Muddle all together, add Spiritless, fill glass with ice and top with a clear sweet soda.
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...2021-10-2940 minA Tale as old as crimeThe Disappearance of Leah Roberts PT. 1On this episode, we have a special guest, Tara, here to talk about The Disappearance of Leah Roberts. This is an unsolved case from Bellingham, Was, which is where we are right now! There will be a second episode with Tara's theory on who may have been involved. Enjoy!
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/melissa-oliphant/support2021-10-2042 minThe LifeKraft Podcast#39 Leah Sefor - Here's How To Live an Unapologetic LifeSend us a textIn this episode of the LifeKraft podcast, we have Leah Sefor. She is an author, life and relationship coach who helps people to wake up to their ability to have an authentic life.In this episode, she shares how to have effective communication in relationships as well as how to properly set boundaries when others violate your privacy. She talks about ways to overcome people-pleasing and shares at the end a profound tip on how to live your everyday life better.We love to hear from you. Be sure...2021-09-011h 02
The Go With Your Gut PodcastEpisode 23: How Melissa Took Control of her Food SensitivitiesCheck out this podcast to hear Melissa tell the inspiring story of her food sensitivity struggles, how she took control of the digestive symptoms and anxiety that she struggled with for so long, and how she's thriving now! It's completely possible to find relief and getting to the underlying causes of your symptoms is life-changing. So often this journey brings much more than we could ever anticipate. Melissa is a fantastic example of what's possible for those of us who struggle with food sensitivities and uncomfortable digestive symptoms.Her hard work has...2021-08-1615 min
The Momversation PodcastEP66: Carter Jay: Antenatal and Birth Stories with Melissa StatlerIn this episode, The Momversation Podcast's own co-host, Melissa Statler, shares her second birth story. After several days of prodromal labor, a six mile walk with her mother-in-law, and one round of golf for her husband, Melissa decided it was officially time to head to the hospital, where she was met with doubt from the nursing staff. Thankfully, she was admitted, but struggled through her labor as fear took over and a messy, primal, far-from-bougey event ensued with her midwife walking in just in time to catch the baby as he arrived. Melissa notes how very different her two birth exp...2021-08-021h 18
Just The Tip-Sters: True Crime Podcast201. Looks Like A Ghost On Video - Leah Rowlands And Her Killer Who No One KnowsOne unseasonably cool (as opposed to freezing) late winter morning on March 10, 1997, at a small travel stop gas station and convenience store right off Interstate 80 in Cozad, a tiny farming community in the heart of Nebraska, a late model Pontiac Grand Am pulled into the parking lot and up to the pumps. Inside the store, 41 year-old Leah Rowlands was behind the counter on her very first day in her new role as manager – her hard work and happy attitude had earned her that position after just a few months. The divorced mother of two was finally getting her life back i...2021-07-2055 minJust The Tip-Sters: True Crime Podcast201. Looks Like A Ghost On Video - Leah Rowlands And Her Killer Who No One KnowsOne unseasonably cool (as opposed to freezing) late winter morning on March 10, 1997, at a small travel stop gas station and convenience store right off Interstate 80 in Cozad, a tiny farming community in the heart of Nebraska, a late model Pontiac Grand Am pulled into the parking lot and up to the pumps. Inside the store, 41 year-old Leah Rowlands was behind the counter on her very first day in her new role as manager – her hard work and happy attitude had earned her that position after just a few months. The divorced mother of two was finally getting her life back i...2021-07-2055 minThe Momversation PodcastEP63: Amplification through Simplification: Encouraging Independence and Imagination During Open-Ended PlayIn this episode, Melissa and Leah break down the importance of unstructured play. Play is, of course, essential for our children, but it's easy to overlook as a parent. Here, the Moms unpack elements of open-ended play such as simplistic toys, the opportunities for imagination and creativity, and the possibilities for growth and independence.The Book Blurb in this episode is a poem by The Momversation Podcast co-host, Melissa Statler, titled, "The Montessori Mom Club." For more of Melissa's writing, visit her website.A few other noteworthy mentions include The...2021-07-121h 08
A Carried LifeMelissa Allen's Stories of Miscarriage - Three Pregnancy Losses & Helping Others in Their GriefOn this week’s episode we have Melissa Allen. Melissa shares with us her story of three losses due to miscarriage. She shares how she processed each loss differently and how each one of her children has impacted her life. She shares about her catholic faith and many different ways in which God helped guide her in her grief. You will hear her talk about how her losses have led her now to help other women in their journey’s of grief. It was an honour to have Melissa on the podcast and I pray that you will be enco...2021-06-1426 minThe Momversation PodcastEP59: Round Two: Navigating Postpartum the Second TimeIn this episode, Melissa and Leah converse, not via the internet, but in the same closet! The Moms discuss the major differences between their first and second postpartum experiences, and Melissa updates the listeners on her new life as the mother of two. Topics such as balancing roles as postpartum mom and toddler mom, navigating changing marital relationships, birth recovery, and more are covered in this laid back conversation.The Book Blurb in this episode is William Shakespeare's 27th Sonnet. For more on The Bard and his many poems and plays, vis...2021-06-071h 01
Dear Cancer, I'm BeautifulThe Sassy Sisters Behind SaltyGirl Beauty With Sarah Kelly and Leah RobertJoin Melissa Berry and her special guests Sarah Kelly and Leah Robert, the sassy sisters and founders behind the Maine based clean beauty brand SaltyGirl Beauty. Oncology nurse (Leah) and Triple Negative breast cancer thriver (Sarah) share the story behind SaltyGirl beauty including the discovery of Sarah’s Stage 3 Triple Negative Breast Cancer diagnosis during her pregnancy, why they decided to create SaltyGirl Beauty, how they empower and inspire the breast cancer community, and how makeup can positively impact how you feel about yourself during cancer treatment and beyond into thrivership.2021-05-1942 minThe Momversation PodcastEP55: Long Days, Short Years: A Grandmother's Perspective on Parenting with Kim WrisleyThis episode kicks off Melissa's podcast maternity leave and Leah takes on hosting responsibilities. In honor of Mother's Day, Leah welcomes her own mother, Kim Wrisley, as a guest. Together, these two explore the changes in relationship dynamics when Daughter becomes Mom and Mom becomes Grandma. Kim reminisces on her time as a young mother, shares her insight, and discusses the highlights and challenges of being a grandparent. This episode is a tear-jerker, and sheds some light on the grandmotherhood experience.The Book Blurb in this episode is from Ever...2021-05-1048 minThe Momversation PodcastEP51: Most Likely To ______: Getting to Know Your Podcast HostsIn this episode, Melissa and Leah give listeners an opportunity to get to know them even better! After taking a poll from listeners on Instagram, the Moms unpack the answers to several questions about which host is "most likely to . . . . " Though the questions are light hearted and surface level, this episode considers each mom's motivations and personalities more in depth. For example, we learn that Melissa takes an all-or-nothing attitude into her everyday decisions, and Leah holds tightly to traditions and nostalgia.The Book Blurb in this episode is a short personal essay titled "Boxes to Unpack" wri...2021-04-051h 14The Momversation PodcastEP49: Revolutionary Remedies: Better Bottle Options for Breastfeeding Mothers with Lauren WrightIn this episode, Melissa and Leah open up the Momversation to nurse practitioner and biological researcher, Lauren Wright, who serves as the founder and CEO of The Natural Nipple. Lauren describes her introduction to the infant feeding industry, which began with her research in infant gut microbiomes. Her studies led her to question why traditional bottle nipples weren't more conducive to providing life-sustaining breast milk to newborns without a complication called nipple confusion. Lauren then tells listeners about the creation of her company's product, including the process of scanning lactating breasts, creating four general sha...2021-03-2247 minThe Momversation PodcastEP44: Enneamoms: How Personality Persuades ParentingIn this episode, the Moms discuss The Enneagram, a system for analyzing personality types. They consider each of their respective types and how their personalities and behaviors play a role in parenting and partnerships. The Moms explore their own experiences using the enneagram for introspection and self-improvement, including an in depth conversation about stress and growth numbers, "deadly sins," and how personality strengths show themselves in Leah and Melissa's different approaches to parenting and interacting with others. The Book Blurb in this episode is from Anxious People by Fredrik Backman. For more on this b...2021-02-081h 11
ValuationPodcast.com - A podcast about all things Business + Valuation.How to Find Hidden Assets or Understated Income in Divorce CasesHi Welcome to ValuationPodcast.com - A podcast and video series about all things related to business and valuation. My name is Melissa Gragg, and I am a valuation expert and divorce mediator in St. Louis Missouri. Today we will discuss “How to Find Hidden Assets or Understated Income in Divorce Cases” with Leah Weitholter, a forensic accountant, certified fraud examiner and private investigator in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Welcome Leah!! Thanks for joining us today! So let’s get right into it because this is a very interesting topic involving mistrust, money and love, better kno...2021-01-1253 min
Creativity Lives HereSustainable Creativity with Melissa Bloom, Founder of a Sustainable Stop-Motion Animation StudioIt brings me so much joy to start the year off with this beautiful conversation with Melissa Bloom. Melissa is the founder of The Sisters Bloom, a sustainable stop-motion animation studio. She is also the co-founder of Lane & Lanae (a fine jewelry and home goods company). As well as a writing coach and yoga teacher at The Mindful Writer.Stop-motion animation is the practical art form of moving elements in front of a camera frame-by-frame and stringing those together to get a moving image. Unless people are being animated, the stop-motion process requires creating puppets, s...2021-01-082h 02The Momversation PodcastEP40: Rethinking Resolutions: Setting Practical Intentions for the New YearIn this episode, the Moms wish listeners a happy New Year and consider their own intentions for the year to come. Melissa hopes to maintain a peaceful and organized home, while Leah plans to focus on self-care and mental health. This particular Momversation is meandering and full of tangents, covering such topics as Pixar’s newest movie, Soul, the most recent changes in recording location for both Moms, and the meditative practice of washing the dishes. The Book Blurb in this episode is from Thrawn: Heir...2021-01-041h 08
Her Story of SuccessOur Story of Success - Finding Partners to Support Your VisionOur Story of Success Her Story of Success began out of CEO Leah Glover Hayes’ desire to grow in her own career and find mentors who could help her on her journey. Through the process of searching for direction and purpose, Leah realized that something powerful happens when you get to hear stories, lessons learned and celebrations from other women. She created Her Story of Success to multiply the amazing conversations she was having, so that women like her could access new mentorship and the women she interviewed could multiply their legacies. Soon after launching the...2020-11-0528 min
The Teacher As...006: The Teacher As Change Agent with Leah HenryIn this episode, Melissa talks with Leah Henry, a project based learning facilitator and coach. Leah shares the importance of always learning as educators and how we can help students investigate their questions through project based learning and become lifelong learners as well.2020-08-1521 minThe Momversation PodcastEP24: Nikolai and Declan: Birth Stories with Leah WrisleyIn this episode, Leah tells her two birth stories and examines the differences between her labors, her doctors, and her support team. While her first birth was long and uncomfortable, with a team of four support people and two hours of pushing, her second birth was much faster, easier, and involved only one support person: her husband Anthony. The Moms offer a huge shout out to the dads who support their birthing partners through incredibly intense, sometimes scary, birth experiences, despite feeling even less prepared for birth than most moms. Most importantly, Leah points out...2020-08-101h 26
Queens in BizEP 01 – Managing the Work Place with Hubby - Leah TinocoLeah Tinoco is the Co-Founder and COO of Museigen Training Academy, Inc. (under the Income Builders Empire brand), whose aim is to teach and educate people on how they can participate and profit from the growing cryptocurrency market.
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Movie VirginsMandy (w/ Melissa Powers)Our queen Melissa Powers joined us to discuss this dreamy horror-action romp starring Nic Cage. Mandy is so many things: sweet romance, culty drama, death, destruction, demon-drug bikers from hell. Not to mention the CHEDDAR GOBLIN! The film is weirdly sexual, so the conversation gets weirdly sexual. We dug it.
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Good Girls Talk About SexIs it sex if he doesn't ejaculate? - MelissaMelissa experienced childhood sexual abuse and is dealing with its long-term impacts. She has a complicated pleasure response and is working on reframing how she views sex after abuse. Melissa is a 40-year-old, cis-gender female who describes herself as Latina, heterosexual, monogamous, married with 3 boys. She grew up in the United States and currently lives with her family in Australia. Public Service Announcements: Sex is not just about the male partner’s ejaculation, and the male partner’s ejaculation is not your job! For more on this, listen to our conversation at 42...2020-06-1154 minThe Momversation PodcastEP16: Shit Happens: Motherhood and an Abundance of ExcrementThis episode is not for the faint of stomach. Here, Melissa and Leah discuss all things poop. From the inevitable act of defecating on the delivery table to diaper blowouts and the cruciality of stool softeners during the postpartum months, the Moms leave no topic untouched. They also proclaim their undying love for cloth diapers and their many benefits: financial, environmental, convenience, and efficacy.The Book Blurb is from Japanese author, Taro Gomi's picture book, Everyone Poops. The book is intended to teach children about the universal need...2020-06-011h 02The Momversation PodcastEP15: Great Expectations: Reflecting on the Pressures and Assumptions Surrounding BreastfeedingThis episode is all about breastfeeding and the many assumptions and expectations that accompany it. Melissa and Leah begin by sharing their own experiences in learning how to breastfeed their newborns, then discuss some of the preconceived notions surrounding the breastfeeding relationship and journey -- many of which prove to be less than ideal ways to prepare moms for the reality of feeding our babies.The Book Blurb in this episode comes from soon-to-be-published memoir, Raising a Rare Girl by Heather Lanier. This author's impressive repertoire can be found on he...2020-05-251h 05
The Forbidden AppleJewish orthodox comedian: Leah ForsterComedian Leah Forster joins us to talk about her journey of being raised in an ultra-orthodox community to finding her own meaning and connection to Judaism. She shares the pain of living a double life and the joy of finally being her authentic self.Leah discusses the scandal of having her show canceled in a kosher restaurant because of her sexuality.Listen to find out how she dealt with it and what being Jewish means to her now. @leahforster in www.theforbiddenapplepodcast.com2020-05-1820 min
The Forbidden Apple: LGBTQ+ SPIRITUALITYJewish orthodox comedian: Leah ForsterComedian Leah Forster joins us to talk about her journey of being raised in an ultra-orthodox community to finding her own meaning and connection to Judaism. She shares the pain of living a double life and the joy of finally being her authentic self. Leah discusses the scandal of having her show canceled in a kosher restaurant because of her sexuality. Listen to find out how she dealt with it and what being Jewish means to her now. Keep up with her videos and comedy @leahforster Support our work in www...2020-05-1820 minThe Momversation PodcastEP14: Mommying While Muslim: Dispelling Cultural Myths through Informed Faith with Zaiba Hasan and Uzma JafriIn this episode, the Moms speak with two guests, Zaiba Hasan and Uzma Jafri, hosts of the podcast, Mommying While Muslim. These two guests provide insight into their experience as Muslim mothers in a post-9/11 world. They begin by discussing the inspiration for starting their podcast and the importance of sharing their perspectives and their experiences openly with the world. Later, Zaiba and Uzma delve into the many misconceptions of Muslims in the US that they both strive to counteract on their podcast and in their daily practice of Islam. These women are an abso...2020-05-181h 02
Women Beyond FaithMeet Melissa Part 2 --Former fundie Proverbs 31 homeschool mama, Melissa, just graduated with a degree in Women's Studies. She has an expansive resume; author, childbirth educator, doula, belly dancer, mom to 5 and grandma to 8 (just to name a few). Searching at the tender age of 17 for the best way to raise her baby, Melissa found church. Today at 50, Melissa's unabashed ambition to be a life long learner and question everything led her in to uncharted territories. This perpetual hunger for knowledge and understanding brought her to a space where her christian faith no longer made sense. We talk...2020-05-151h 07The Momversation PodcastEP13: True Grit: How Purpose, Passion, and Perseverance Can Improve Your ParentingIn this episode, Melissa and Leah tackle the subject of grit and its significance in motherhood. The Moms discuss the importance of purpose and intention when aiming to improve abilities, maintaining a growth mindset, and honing our skills as mothers based on our individual passions and strengths. They also examine what it means to raise gritty kids and how grit benefits our children.The Book Blurb in this episode is from Angela Duckworth's Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance. For more from this psychologist and former tea...2020-05-111h 05The Momversation PodcastEP12: Claire Leanne: Birth Preparation and Labor Stories with Melissa StatlerIn this episode, Leah grills Melissa on the details of the birth of her daughter Claire. Melissa shares everything from the obsessive and strategic planning of her hospital packing list to her feelings of pride and relief after finally completing the work of birthing her daughter. The specifics of the events during Melissa’s labor may not be as memorable now, over one year after Claire’s arrival, but the way the birth process impacted her as a mother and transformed her as a woman remain clear. If you’re interested, you can read a more "factual"...2020-05-041h 14
Women Beyond FaithMeet Melissa Part 1 —Former fundie Proverbs 31 homeschool mama, Melissa, graduates this May with a degree in Women's Studies. She has an expansive resume; author, childbirth educator, doula, belly dancer, mom to 5 and grandma to 8 (just to name a few). Searching at the tender age of 17 for the best way to raise her baby, Melissa found church. Today at 50, Melissa's unabashed ambition to be a life long learner and question everything led her in to uncharted territories. This perpetual hunger for knowledge and understanding brought her to a space where her christian faith no longer made sense. We t...2020-04-301h 27
YA Book ChatAuthor Interview: Melissa de la Cruz (Gotham High)Today I have the privilege of interviewing NY Times #1 Best Selling Author Melissa de la Cruz!Join Melissa de la Cruz and me as we chat about her brand new YA Graphic Novel, Gotham High, from DC Comics. Melissa de la Cruz is the author of many critically acclaimed and award-winning novels for readers of all ages, including Alex and Eliza, The Descendants, The Witches of East End, Blue Bloods, and The Queens Assassin. Her more than 30 books have also topped the USA Today, Wall Street Journal, and Los Angeles Times bestseller lists...2020-04-2026 minThe Momversation PodcastEP8: From Potter to Peek-a-Boo: The Power of Reading with ChildrenThis episode covers one of the Moms' favorite topics: reading. Reading to our children is a fundamental way to shape their language skills, social-emotional development, memories, and understanding of the world around them. This week, Melissa and Leah examine the multitude of benefits that sharing reading time with our children can have, from building positive relationships with others, to managing behavior and emotions.The Book Blurb in this episode is from Markus Zusak's best-selling novel, The Book Thief. For more information about this book, checkout this Go...2020-04-0653 min