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Creative Mamas Unplugged
Creative Mayhem: Funny Stories Ring in the New Year
To kick off the New Year, we went digging through the archives and pulled together some funny stories from the past. From laugh-out-loud moments to “did that really just happen?” memories, it’s here, cut together for your enjoyment! Sit back, laugh with us, and enjoy the mayhem. Happy New Year! Let’s dive in. WATCH ON YOUTUBE @ https://youtu.be/B6jUUGhmcOc Support Us via Patreon @CreativeMamasUnplugged Hosts: Cherice Barton and Shelly Hutchinson Guests: Producer Jess, Ellyn Marsh, Kelly Park, Nikki Snelson, Lynzy Lab Producer: Jessica O’Keefe...
2026-01-21
15 min
Creative Mamas Unplugged
Cher, Shelly, Jess: No-Filter, ER Stories, Laugh thru Madness
Thanksgiving gratitudes (0:00), shingles and urgent care bonding (5:10), send in your stories (8:23), kids’ interpretations (10:07), driving around schools (11:26), Zootopia (12:29). WATCH ON YOUTUBE @ https://youtu.be/7Yc6XMPuNrI Support Us via Patreon @CreativeMamasUnplugged Hosts: Cherice Barton and Shelly Hutchinson Guest: Producer Jess Producer: Jessica O’Keefe, Breatheasy Productions Follow Us: Instagram @creativemamasunplugged Facebook @creativemamasunplugged Apple Podcasts @CreativeMamasUnplugged Spotify @CreativeMamasUnplugged Amazon Music @CreativeMamasUnplugged YouTube @CreativeMamasUnplugged iHeart Radio @CreativeMamasUnplugged Podbean @CreativeMamasUnplugged This episode with m...
2026-01-14
16 min
Creative Mamas Unplugged
Cher, Shelly, Jess: Superpowers, Baggage & Interconnectivity
Not defects, Superpowers (0:00), gratitude for teachers (2:42), +/- of technology in schools (3:04), the emotional moment when you realize your child’s anxiety is tied to your own baggage (4:58), conversations about culture, faith and spirituality — from Catholicism to Judaism to Buddhism to believing we’re all connected (7:52). WATCH ON YOUTUBE @ https://youtu.be/G5Xzy4A0TDg Recorded on December 14, 2025. Support Us via Patreon @CreativeMamasUnplugged Hosts: Cherice Barton and Shelly Hutchinson Guest: Producer Jess Producer: Jessica O’Keefe, Breatheasy Productions Follow Us: Instagram @creativemamasunplugged Facebook...
2026-01-07
17 min
Creative Mamas Unplugged
Director Kelly Park, Part 4: Toolboxes For Success
What’s yours is yours, the creative toolbox, rejection as protection (0:00), casual manifestation (3:07), how Kelly and John worked as a team to co-create their and Sydney’s careers (10:26), Kelly gives advice for children who want to get into acting (16:27), Yes, and-ing life, being patient, and the journey as the success (21:32). WATCH ON YOUTUBE @ https://youtu.be/2xWP3saH_zQ Support Us via Patreon @CreativeMamasUnplugged Hosts: Cherice Barton and Shelly Hutchinson Guest: Kelly Park Producer: Jessica O’Keefe, Breatheasy Productions FOLLOW KELLY: Instagram: @kelp1031 IMDb @ h...
2025-12-29
26 min
Creative Mamas Unplugged
Director Kelly Park, Part 3: Wellness and Joy
Vitamin E (0:00), Kelly’s chats wellness, self-care and sulfur baths, see link below for Kelly’s recommendation (2:48), a chat about HRT and ultrasounds without radiation (7:31), love, journaling and Kelly and John’s 30 years together (10:55), cat cameos that you might want to watch at the YouTube link below (14:09), Cher’s bearded dragon turning yellow with joy and making our homes filled with joy (15:39), Kelly’s joy directing The Neighborhood is Season 8's "Welcome to Secrets and Santa” finale (19:57). WATCH ON YOUTUBE @ https://youtu.be/WwxD-OxZvE8 Kelly’s sulfur bath tip: ManuFeiFei Organic Sulfur Bath Tablets https://a.co/d/6kNK3MP...
2025-12-23
23 min
Creative Mamas Unplugged
Cher & Shelly: Stay Vulnerable
Baseball tournamenting (0:00), Middle school, I’m Just a Guy with an IEP https://www.jordantoma.com visits Shelly’s kids’ school (3:03), trigger warning, TikTok quizzes that encourage children hurting themselves (5:50), cringing our kids and creating safe home spaces (12:06). Support Us via Patreon @CreativeMamasUnplugged WATCH ON YOUTUBE at https://youtu.be/w56ra6XhaAc Hosts: Cherice Barton and Shelly Hutchinson Producer: Jessica O’Keefe, Breatheasy Productions FOLLOW US: Instagram @creativemamasunplugged Facebook @creativemamasunplugged Apple Podcasts @CreativeMamasUnplugged Spotify @CreativeMamasUnplugged Amazon Music @Creati...
2025-12-16
18 min
Creative Mamas Unplugged
Nikki Snelson, Part 2: The Show Must Go On- Motherhood, Mayhem and Making Art
Nikki makes the unattainable attainable (0:00), persevering, Nikki directs and finds excellence in Singapore and beyond (3:14), our physicality, butter popcorn and cheese (9:04), the mind blowing revelation about how much we care if our children get upset or are going through something (11:35), the harmony of our villages that help us be successful and care for our families (18:35). WATCH ON YOUTUBE @ https://youtu.be/pk_mjdDthT8 Support Us via Patreon @CreativeMamasUnplugged Hosts: Cherice Barton and Shelly Hutchinson Guest: Nikki Snelson Producer: Jessica O’Keefe, Breatheasy Productions FOLLOW NIKKI:
2025-12-10
23 min
Creative Mamas Unplugged
Nikki Snelson, Part 1: Actress, Creator, Director, Choreographer, Educator, and Mom
Nikki’s “The Price Is Right” story (0:00), Nikki’s advice for performer moms (4:26), how we have to remember don’t count your friend’s sprinkles and have your ice cream melt (9:56), chatting “The Summer I Turned Pretty” (12:11), Nikki’s dream roles (16:31). WATCH ON YOUTUBE @ https://youtu.be/284qg5ojxUo Support Us via Patreon @CreativeMamasUnplugged Hosts: Cherice Barton and Shelly Hutchinson Guest: Nikki Snelson Producer: Jessica O’Keefe, Breatheasy Productions FOLLOW NIKKI: Instagram: @nikkisnelsonaugh Website: https://www.nikkisnelson.com/ IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name...
2025-12-03
24 min
Creative Mamas Unplugged
Ellyn Marsh, Part 3: Authenticity, Adolescence, and the Clock That Won’t Slow Down
Cher goes to Costco (0:00), the delight and challenges of authenticity, ADHD and being okay in vulnerability (1:19), we are all more alike than anyone wants to agree (10:35), the only thing we can’t ever get back is time (14:42). WATCH ON YOUTUBE @ https://youtu.be/v7mJhkKxKJY Support Us via Patreon @CreativeMamasUnplugged Hosts: Cherice Barton and Shelly Hutchinson Guest: Ellyn Marsh Producer: Jessica O’Keefe, Breatheasy Productions FOLLOW ELLYN: Instagram: @ellynmarsh “Shut the F*** Up Nick Lachey” a Love Is Blind Podcast with Ellyn Marsh...
2025-11-25
20 min
Creative Mamas Unplugged
Ellyn Marsh, Part 2: From Broadway to The Pandemic, Podcasts and The Cheesecake Factory
“These cubs are obsessed… with cougars” (0:00), Ellyn shares her experiences from Broadway to time with her daughter (1:23), Leap for your dreams, The Cheesecake Factory, and Ellen’s Stardust Diner (6:11), Ellyn’s Love is Blind Podcast “Shut the F*** Up Nick Lachey” and rewatching “Sex and the City” and “Orange is the New Black”, and the wonderfulness of Jessica Simpson (9:18), The Osbornes and The Osmunds (12:36), the genius of Korean Skincare (16:30), benefit of HRT, and teaching our kids: don’t go to the second location (17:44). WATCH ON YOUTUBE @ https://youtu.be/L5LYQCnwhj4 Support Us via Patreon @CreativeMamasUnplugged
2025-11-18
25 min
Creative Mamas Unplugged
Ellyn Marsh, Part 1: You Be Beautiful You
"I'm a cowboy" Explicit (0:00), Ellyn on creating her girls’ pad (2:33), going with the flow when we talk to our kids about what they’re learning (4:28), thriving in the moment, ADHD and embracing our uniqueness (12:33). WATCH ON YOUTUBE @ https://youtu.be/jAg8TpsgHZk Support Us via Patreon @CreativeMamasUnplugged Hosts: Cherice Barton and Shelly Hutchinson Guest: Ellyn Marsh Producer: Jessica O’Keefe, Breatheasy Productions FOLLOW ELLYN: Instagram: @ellynmarsh “Shut the F*** Up Nick Lachey” a Love Is Blind Podcast with Ellyn Marsh and Daisy Eagan https://podcas...
2025-11-12
16 min
Creative Mamas Unplugged
Carmen Curtis, Part 3: Letting Go and Holding On
Pace University and the heart of NYC (0:00), Having older children and the shift that happens at school (2:58), and the shift that happens in our lives where we miss having our children living at home (6:59), the health benefits of aerial yoga and the hammocks (13:58). Support Us via Patreon @CreativeMamasUnplugged Hosts: Cherice Barton and Shelly Hutchinson Guest: Carmen Curtis Producer: Jessica O’Keefe, Breatheasy Productions FOLLOW CARMEN: Instagram: @carmencurtis1 *online aerial yoga classes and trainings Carmen’s Linktree www.airealyoga.com @airealy...
2025-11-05
22 min
Creative Mamas Unplugged
Carmen Curtis, Part 2: Movement and Motherhood
Support Us via Patreon @CreativeMamasUnplugged Halloween! (0:00), Carmen's aerial yoga, teaching retreats, and the men and women learning from her (2:59), turning self-awareness into letting go of ego and how the mental affects our bodies (6:40), dealing with anxiety and how sharing our vulnerability helps us grow and connect with each other (9:09). Hosts: Cherice Barton and Shelly Hutchinson Guest: Carmen Curtis Producer: Jessica O’Keefe, Breatheasy Productions FOLLOW CARMEN: Instagram: @carmencurtis1 *online aerial yoga classes and trainings Carmen’s Linktree www.airealyoga.com ...
2025-10-29
16 min
Creative Mamas Unplugged
Carmen Curtis, Part 1: Learning, Leading and Letting Go - The Evolving Journey of Carmen Curtis
Cher makes chicken nuggets with maple syrup and brings them via the car to her daughter (0:00). Carmen shares about her journey from dancer to mom, to dancer-mom at a time when there was no YouTube (3:00), how Carmen became more spontaneous and open after having Zoe resulting in becoming more of a leader (8:07), the complexities of working for a corporation (11:33). WATCH ON YOUTUBE @ https://youtu.be/6zWhuMZnxeY Support Us via Patreon @CreativeMamasUnplugged Hosts: Cherice Barton and Shelly Hutchinson Guest: Carmen Curtis Producer: Jessica O’Keefe, Breatheasy Productions FOLLOW CARM...
2025-10-21
21 min
Creative Mamas Unplugged
Director Kelly Park, Part 2: Fearless, Funny & Full of Magic
Producer Jess shares about her 10 year old’s observation about doors (0:00), Kelly on how she and her husband John both improvise, plan and manifest (2:04), Kelly shares about how she, John and Sydney family support each other in their careers (4:18), Kelly shares how she and John utilize their own gifts to be the ultimate parents for Sydney (10:08), building stories that last forever and protecting your circle (18:56). https://youtu.be/0YnLAbnfqn0 Support Us via Patreon @CreativeMamasUnplugged Hosts: Cherice Barton and Shelly Hutchinson Guest: Kelly Park Producer: Jessica O’Keefe, Breatheasy Productions ...
2025-10-14
25 min
Creative Mamas Unplugged
Kelly Park, Part 1: A Director's Journey of Improv, Family, and Fearlessness
Kelly, Cher and Shelly chat about language our kids use (0:00), Kelly shares how she and John took on the great adventure of moving to LA when Sydney was 5 years old, they didn’t know anyone, and then Kelly got a job at the Hollywood Improv (5:19), Kelly on mindset, how her mom taught her to be bold, and that she and John continue this with Sydney, being aware of opportunities (10:04). WATCH ON YOUTUBE @ https://youtu.be/jM5vhP37cyc Support Us via Patreon @CreativeMamasUnplugged Hosts: Cherice Barton and Shelly Hutchinson Guest: Kelly Park...
2025-10-08
17 min
Creative Mamas Unplugged
Paige Connell, Part 2: The Hidden Mental Load
McDonalds and car sick kiddos! (00:00), Paige talks about the different standards for moms and dads (3:00), Paige, Cher, and Shelly talk about goal setting with our partners (15:50), and how heavy work load in action is not always visible (24:40) Support Us via Patreon @CreativeMamasUnplugged Hosts: Cherice Barton and Shelly Hutchinson Guest: Paige Connell Producer: Jessica O’Keefe, Breatheasy Productions Follow Paige: Instagram @sheisapaigeturner Website @ https://www.sheisapaigeturner.com/ Free Mental Load Guide @ https://paigeconnell.myflodesk.com/freeguide Work w...
2025-09-30
28 min
Creative Mamas Unplugged
Paige Connell, Part 1: Unpacking the Mental Load
Dog to the vet! (0:00), Cher and Shelly chat about learning more about the mental load aka invisible load from Paige (0:20), the mental load, society and how we can change our experiences (1:59), how Paige’s journey sharing solutions for families about the mental load began (5:56), with all couples the sooner the better for having these discussions about mental load to help the relationship last (12:15). Support Us via Patreon @CreativeMamasUnplugged Hosts: Cherice Barton and Shelly Hutchinson Guest: Paige Connell Producer: Jessica O’Keefe, Breatheasy Productions Follow Pa...
2025-09-24
21 min
Creative Mamas Unplugged
The Amazing Karine Plantadit, our 1st Guest, Re-Released in Celebration of 50 Episodes
“You are the only one responsible for your dreams.” Kids, moms and bathrooms (0:00), Karine shares her inspiring journey to motherhood at 54, the epiphany that we are responsible for our dreams and control of our lives, trusting our intuition (2:50) the importance of having a supportive tribe and the best people around you (14:47), Karine talks about the importance of keeping her body strong and efficient for the motherhood journey ahead(22:08) and how providing for children involves not only nourishing them with your milk and food but also offering them spiritual support starting from when they are in the w...
2025-09-16
1h 04
Creative Mamas Unplugged
Cher, Shelly, Jess: Hospitals, Movies, and Mom-life, Oh My!
Follow and rate us! Your support means the world to us and helps our community grow! Cher shares a hilarious story about still mommying while in the hospital (0:00), Cherice on watching Stranger Things and Resident Alien with the girls (2:57), the trio discusses tips for making scary movies more palatable (5:49), Jessica offers a moving beautiful and practical perspective on processing pain and allowing it to pass through you that can be used my parents and children alike (9:24). Hosts: Cherice Barton and Shelly Hutchinson Today’s Chat with our Producer Jessica O’Keefe, Breatheasy Productions Su...
2025-09-10
15 min
Creative Mamas Unplugged
Cher, Shelly, Jess: Summer Reflections, Unplugged Adventures with Our Kids
Follow and rate us! Your support means the world to us and helps our community grow! Shelly shares her funny adventure at a fancy Maine hotel (0:00), Cher speaks of the value of bonding time with her kids, off devices in the car (7:25), Jessica shares her sleepover adventure with her 10 year old son and all his friends (9:30). Hosts: Cherice Barton and Shelly Hutchinson Today’s Chat with our Producer Jessica O’Keefe, Breatheasy Productions Support Us via Patreon @CreativeMamasUnplugged Follow Us: Instagram @c...
2025-09-03
13 min
Creative Mamas Unplugged
Amy Marie Hann, Part 2: Master the Mundane: How ADHD Moms Can Thrive, Not Just Survive
INTRO: Funny stories: What’s “so cringe” and “Smelly” (0:00), how we have to make more time for ADHD sensory sensitivities, get proactive and things get easier, its not just about being productive but about regulating ourselves (1:52), Amy shares how she helps families build a step-by-step system and lifestyle that makes our lives more productive (5:25), Amy explains “body doubling” and how it helps us embrace boring tasks (15:30), Amy shares how being in service to others is something those of us with ADHD thrive with, there is nothing better than following your heart and to do something for others as it also a type of...
2025-08-27
26 min
Creative Mamas Unplugged
Amy Marie Hann, Part 1: Mastering the Mundane, ADHD and Burnout and Finding a Calm To The Chaos
Funny stories, Shelly’s chef neighbor and Cher takes the kids to McDonalds (0:00), Cher and Shelly chat about the awesome Amy Marie Hann, Shelly being ADHD executive functioning and how Amy’s expertise helps us and how her book Master The Mundane is life changing (1:29), Amy’s journey writing Master The Mundane (3:48), Amy shares about being diagnosed with ADHD as a child and how her personal experiences led to her helping moms (8:12), how burnout sometimes looks like ADHD and we receive Amy’s guidance on time management for all our lives (15:39). Support Us via Patreon @CreativeMa...
2025-08-20
22 min
Creative Mamas Unplugged
Stephanie Klemons, Part 2: Grammy® and Drama Desk Award–Winning Performer, Director, Choreographer, and Mom of Two.
Stephanie on her choreographic process, ego and valuing the dancers she works with (2:08), Stephanie shares her childbirth-fitness journey (12:28), the joys of all our children’s phases of growing up (18:09). Support Us via Patreon @CreativeMamasUnplugged Hosts: Cherice Barton and Shelly Hutchinson Guest: Stephanie Klemons Producer: Jessica O’Keefe, Breatheasy Productions Follow Stephanie @DANCEism Follow Us Instagram @creativemamasunplugged Facebook @creativemamasunplugged Apple Podcasts @CreativeMamasUnplugged Spotify @CreativeMamasUnplugged Amazon Music @CreativeMamasUnplugged YouTube @Crea...
2025-08-13
26 min
Creative Mamas Unplugged
Anna Robb, Part 2: Embrace Our Ruthless Creativity
Anna Robb, Part 2: Embrace Our Ruthless Creativity Hosts: Cherice Barton and Shelly Hutchinson Guest: Anna Robb Producer: Jessica O’Keefe, Breatheasy Productions WATCH ON YOUTUBE @ https://youtu.be/ykGLbQ5muZk Support Us via Patreon @CreativeMamasUnplugged A discussion Anna’s LinkedIn post about choice with parenting and work, plus Anna’s scheduling hack of entering even kiddo time into her calendar (2:26), showing up for our work by keeping our good habits of staying centered, active and healthy plus what’s next up for Anna and her team (9:51) A...
2025-08-05
26 min
Creative Mamas Unplugged
Anna Robb, Part 1: No Such Thing as Balance, Choose with Intention
Follow and rate us! Your support means the world to us and helps our community grow! WATCH ON YOUTUBE @ https://youtu.be/qAgWi-weMw4 Anna chats working in Macao and living in Hong Kong, the safety of living in Hong Kong and freedom her children experience (2:25), shares her incredible career journey (8:46) and about that beautiful LinkedIn post about choice and supporting mothers in the industry (15:35). Hosts: Cherice Barton and Shelly Hutchinson Guest: Anna Robb Producer: Jessica O’Keefe, Breatheasy Productions Support Us via Patreon @CreativeM...
2025-07-30
23 min
Creative Mamas Unplugged
Stephanie Klemons, Part 1: Award–Winning Performer, Director, Choreographer, and Mom of Two.
Stephanie chats about how our parenting styles can shape our leadership at work (2:14), asking for what we need to make our family happy is what we want more of in the workplace (11:47), the great parenting gift of being able to trust our creativity at work more (15:36). Support Us via Patreon @CreativeMamasUnplugged Hosts: Cherice Barton and Shelly Hutchinson Guest: Stephanie Klemons Producer: Jessica O’Keefe, Breatheasy Productions Follow Stephanie @DANCEism Follow Us Instagram @creativemamasunplugged Facebook...
2025-07-22
17 min
Creative Mamas Unplugged
Jonathan Angelilli: Movement Educator, Dad and Healer
Jonathan on why men need to level up (2:04), how breathwork can move the needle on how we interact with the world (6:28) defining energy medicine and its benefits (11:30). Support Us via Patreon @CreativeMamasUnplugged Hosts: Cherice Barton and Shelly Hutchinson Guest: Jonathan Angelilli Producer: Jessica O’Keefe, Breatheasy Productions Follow Jonathan Pure Strength NYC https://www.purestrength.nyc/ Follow Us Instagram @creativemamasunplugged Facebook @creativemamasunplugged Apple Podcasts @CreativeMamasUnplugged Spotify @CreativeMamasUnplugged Amazon Music @CreativeMam...
2025-07-15
14 min
Creative Mamas Unplugged
Lynzy Lab, Part 2: Dance, Choreography, Visual Artist, Singing, Songwriting & Motherhood
Lynzy discusses motherhood as muse to her creativity and activism (3:11), Lynzy sings her hit song “A Scary Time” (9:52), Lynzy’s events to look forward to and stay connected (13:42). Support Us via Patreon @CreativeMamasUnplugged Hosts: Cherice Barton and Shelly Hutchinson Guest: Lynzy Lab Producer: Jessica O’Keefe, Breatheasy Productions Follow Lynzy Instagram @lynzylab Lynzy’s Art on Instagram @lynzymakesartthings Lynzy’s Art on Redbubble @LynzyLab Follow Us Instagram @creativemamasunplugged Facebook @creativemamasunplugged Apple Podcasts ...
2025-07-08
17 min
Creative Mamas Unplugged
Meg Sylvester, Part 2: The Power of Radiance and Essence
A discussion of support systems and how life for Meg is not about balance or doing it all but rather discovering ways that work for her (2:43), liberating yourself from doing the balance and finding out what brings you joy from work to volunteering, we don’t have to supermom it, share the load (9:56), Meg’s retreats, like the one in Bali happening soon, are about finding out what revitalizes you, what’s your meditation style and to being more of that generosity and kindness that’s Care Bear-ish into all our lives (15:01). Support Us via Patreon...
2025-07-01
19 min
Creative Mamas Unplugged
Lynzy Lab, Part 1: Dance, Choreography, Visual Artist, Singing, Songwriting & Motherhood
Lynzy’s journey of dance, choreography, visual art, singing/songwriting and motherhood (2:53), Lynzy shares about her hit song “A Scary Time” (14:18), the importance of you being you in the public eye and also just for yourself and your family (21:58). Support Us via Patreon @CreativeMamasUnplugged Hosts: Cherice Barton and Shelly Hutchinson Guest: Lynzy Lab Producer: Jessica O’Keefe, Breatheasy Productions Follow Lynzy Instagram @lynzylab Lynzy’s Art on Instagram @lynzymakesartthings Lynzy’s Art on Redbubble @LynzyLab Follow Us
2025-06-24
34 min
Creative Mamas Unplugged
Meg Sylvester, Part 1: Pleasure Coach, Speaker, Writer & Mama of 3
Meg talks about her sudden spiritual awakening when she was a young mom (5:26), How human design has helped her appreciate her inner guidance system, and release shame (17:57), Meg talks about travel retreats she created for women who crave intentional travel (24:04). Support Us via Patreon @CreativeMamasUnplugged Hosts: Cherice Barton and Shelly Hutchinson Guest: Meg Sylvester Producer: Jessica O’Keefe, Breatheasy Productions Follow Meg Instagram @meghansylvester Website https://megsylvester.com Bali Girls Trip, October 2025 @ https://www.tourhero.com/en/epic-adventures/indonesia/kindre...
2025-06-17
31 min
Creative Mamas Unplugged
Arthur Gourounlian, Part 2: Family, Purpose, and Creativity
Arthur Gourounlian Part 2: on Family, Purpose, and Creativity: Chasing Dreams, Breaking Patterns “There is no age to start a business” Arthur shares that he started successful businesses in his 40’s (11:58 ), how he encourages his daughter to stand up for herself and the principles he teaches his daughters to lead them down the right path (24:48), and Arthur encourages us to try anything with nothing to lose (36:55). Support Us via Patreon @CreativeMamasUnplugged Hosts: Cherice Barton and Shelly Hutchinson Guest: Arthur Gourounlian Producer: Jessica O’Keefe, Breatheasy Productions
2025-06-17
45 min
Creative Mamas Unplugged
Julie Nguyen, Part 2: Doing The Inner Work
“Doing the inner work just gets you closer to this original blueprint, your soul essence blueprint.” Please follow and rate us! Your support means the world to us and helps our community grow! Our children’s wisdom, sharing that we, as parents, don’t have the answer, this is what scares me, this is what makes me mad, and how that gives our children a stronger foundation to interact with life (2:04), Julie shares about psychic school and how those teachings help to educate others about how to tap into your own self-knowled...
2025-06-04
35 min
Creative Mamas Unplugged
Arthur Gourounlian, Part 1: “Be kind, love each other, and support each other.”
“Every child needs love” (2:25), Arthur shares how his love for life has him shine, be positive, confident in this world and make life beautiful from his time as a refugee to going out and having all his successes (11:23), Arthur’s and Brian’s inspirational focus to always make time for their kids but also to work hard for their children (35:38). Hosts: Cherice Barton and Shelly Hutchinson Guest: Arthur Gourounlian Producer: Jessica O’Keefe, Breatheasy Productions Follow Arthur THE AG LOOK Death Becomes Him by BDG ...
2025-05-28
41 min
Creative Mamas Unplugged
Julie Nguyen, Part 1: “Your intuition doesn’t scream—it whispers”
“Your intuition doesn’t scream—it whispers” Julie invites us all to connect to our physical selves and we go on an exploration of what it means to follow our intuition, what does our intuition sound like and how do we recognize it (1:42) a discussion of what self-love is (11:13) Julie shares her journey (12:59), and the fun of experiencing life with her child, dance, Reiki, bubbling up and grounding oneself (22:50). Hosts: Cherice Barton and Shelly Hutchinson Guest: Julie Nguyen Producer: Jessica O’Keefe, Breatheasy Productions Support Us via...
2025-05-20
34 min
Creative Mamas Unplugged
Yumiko Takeshima, Part 2: The discipline of rest, a secret to creative longevity
“Let it happen” How we overcome toughness with the idea of “let it happen” and by following our curiosity (1:32), new moms multi-tasking work and baby (8:24), Yumi shares about sleep, time by herself and reading comics (17:32) Hosts: Cherice Barton and Shelly Hutchinson Guest: Yumiko Takeshima Producer: Jessica O’Keefe, Breatheasy Productions Follow Yumiko YUMIKO brand https://www.yumiko.com/ Instagram @yumiko Costume Design at Nationale Opera & Ballet https://www.operaballet.nl/en/yumiko-takeshima Youth America Grand Prix https://ya...
2025-05-13
22 min
Creative Mamas Unplugged
Cher and Shelly: Divorce, Rebirth, Reinvention and Letting Go
"It is a reinvention" Invite to reach out to Cher, single moms, creatives, we need each other (00:55), Cher on pushing away our fear during divorce, gratitude for our children and staying close with them during this next chapter (1:46), Cher, the girls and curtains story (5:17), discussion of whether through the divorce it is a rebirth and or a reinvention (9:13). Hosts: Cherice Barton and Shelly Hutchinson Producer: Jessica O’Keefe, Breatheasy Productions Follow Us Instagram @creativemamasunplugged Facebook @creativemamasunplugged Apple Podcasts @CreativeMamasUnplugged Spotify @CreativeMamasUnplugged Am...
2025-05-06
18 min
Creative Mamas Unplugged
Yumiko Takeshima, Part 1: Adventures of a Global Dancewear Family
Yumiko’s global fame and a discussion of travel and bringing our kids with us when we travel (1:52) Cher and Yumiko reminisce traveling with Yumiko’s husband Mark through Spain, and how Yumiko’s and Mark’s child enjoys life with the YUMIKO business (8:02) Yumiko shares about her transition from being a prima ballerina to having the worldwide YUMIKO brand (13:08). Hosts: Cherice Barton and Shelly Hutchinson Guest: Yumiko Takeshima Producer: Jessica O’Keefe, Breatheasy Productions Follow Yumiko YUMIKO brand https://www.yumiko.com/ Instagram @yumi...
2025-04-29
20 min
Creative Mamas Unplugged
Cher and Shelly: Being The Calm in the Storm & Single Mom-ing
Cher’s youngest sets up a movie projector (1:18), Shelly and her husband’s Atlantic City adventure (3:24), Shelly enjoys and stays calm with new teen experiences (9:07) Cher opens up about single-mom-ing (14:10). Hosts: Cherice Barton and Shelly Hutchinson Producer: Jessica O’Keefe, Breatheasy Productions Follow Us Instagram @creativemamasunplugged Facebook @creativemamasunplugged Apple Podcasts @CreativeMamasUnplugged Spotify @CreativeMamasUnplugged Amazon Music @CreativeMamasUnplugged YouTube @CreativeMamasUnplugged iHeart Radio @CreativeMamasUnplugged Podbean @CreativeMamasUnplugged
2025-04-22
18 min
Creative Mamas Unplugged
Cher and Shelly: Letting Control Go and Staying Scrappy
Shelly shares some dog shenanigans (00:55), Cher discusses how as a creative you feel invigorated by work when you are tapped out (2:49), how half the battle is showing up, getting in your car, to do something that fills you up with energy, a daily practice (6:47), growing up scrappy and releasing desire for control (11:53). Hosts: Cherice Barton and Shelly Hutchinson Producer: Jessica O’Keefe, Breatheasy Productions Support Us @ patreon.com/CreativeMamasUnpluggedPodcast Follow Us Instagram @creativemamasunplugged Facebook @creativemamasunplugged Apple Podcasts @CreativeMa...
2025-04-16
18 min
Creative Mamas Unplugged
Charlene “Chi-Chi” Smith, Part 2: Dynamic Phenomenon, Mother, Dancer, Actor, Choreographer and Educator
"I did have to learn to stop asking for permission." Chi Chi shares how when Kane when Kane was a baby it worked best for both Kane and Chi Chi that he went to work with her (1:04), a chat of how your energy allows for flow and adaptability in our lives (4:49), how you make decisions and not asking for permission (8:53). Hosts: Cherice Barton and Shelly Hutchinson Guest: Charlene “Chi-Chi” Smith Producer: Jessica O’Keefe, Breatheasy Productions Follow Charlene “Chi-Chi” YouTube @DanceChi LinkedIn La Danse Scho...
2025-04-09
14 min
Creative Mamas Unplugged
Alexandra Damiani, Part 2: Prioritizing Life’s True Needs as a Mother
“The more I feel that I'm not alone, the more I listen to other women's stories and journeys. The more inspired I am, the more I feel I have the courage to lead by example.“ A discussion of using your body to overcome your mental state and “sitting practice” or “quiet practice” (1:58), the doubt we feel versus the trust we must embrace to structure time for activities and relationships (12:21), Alexandra shares how the good we have comes from a lot of work, we have to put ourselves first, invest in ourselves, be wisely selfish so our self-love...
2025-04-01
30 min
Creative Mamas Unplugged
Charlene “Chi-Chi” Smith, Part 1: Dynamic Innovator, Mother, Dancer, Actor, Choreographer and Educator
A chat on the predictable unpredictability of life as a parent, but also the pride and importance of sharing that we are parents, guardians (1:57), Chi-Chi shares the whirlwind of her successful professional career coinciding with her young child’s blossoming Broadway career and gratitude for the wonderful, caring people who have helped along the way (5:51), how we can do the things we previously didn’t think we could (15:34). Hosts: Cherice Barton and Shelly Hutchinson Guest: Charlene “Chi-Chi” Smith Producer: Jessica O’Keefe, Breatheasy Productions Follow Charlene “Chi-Chi” YouTube @Dan...
2025-03-26
27 min
Creative Mamas Unplugged
Alexandra Damiani, Part 1 Artistic Director, Dancer, Mother, A Journey of Balance & Strength
“The transformative aspect of motherhood has really enabled me to go to another level in my life.” Alexandra reflects on how transitioning into a rehearsal director role gave her strength and inspiration for motherhood (4:46). She emphasizes the importance of flexibility, creativity, and self-care practices like deep breathing and meditation in order to balance motherhood and creativity (10:50), and discusses the profound impact of movement in her life and how strength training empowered her to set boundaries, advocate for herself, and encourage more women to embrace physical strength (19:30). Hosts: Cherice Barton and Shelly Hutchinson Guest...
2025-03-19
21 min
Creative Mamas Unplugged
Laurie Kanyok, Part 2: Artistry, Motherhood and Commitment to Integrity: Finding Balance
“If you don’t fail, you can’t succeed.” In Part 2, Laurie, Shelly and Cher discuss success and learning from mistakes (2:21), how no one is a perfect parent and how we balance taking care of our kids and our lives (9:20), Laurie shares about getting ready to return to the stage at 52 and her work at KAI (Kanyok Arts Initiative) as founder, director and teacher (13:26). Hosts: Cherice Barton and Shelly Hutchinson Guest: Laurie Kanyok Producer: Jessica O’Keefe, Breatheasy Productions Special Note from Shelly and Cher: We’re so excited...
2025-03-12
19 min
Creative Mamas Unplugged
Mindy Sterling, Part 2: Embracing Neurodiversity and Parenting with Creativity
“You have got to never give up on them, and you have to be kind.” Max joins the conversation, offering a glimpse into his passions and unique perspective on life (3:06). Mindy, Cher and Shelly talk about neurodiversity and how we all handle it differently as parents and people (6:07). Mindy reminisces about Max’s childhood, sharing fun stories about childcare, including the unforgettable time Kristen Wiig babysat Max (16:46). Mindy discusses the importance of celebrating differences, embracing neurodiversity, and finding creative ways to support a child’s individuality (27:16). Hosts: Cherice Barton and Shelly Hutchinson Guest: Min...
2025-03-04
38 min
Creative Mamas Unplugged
Jamie Denbo, Part 2: Actress, Writer, and Showrunner of “American Princess,” Co-EP of “Grey's Anatomy,” and Creative Force Behind Showtime, FX, and Disney Projects
“Do whatever you need to do to get yourself feeling good, because then, when life happens, it's just life happening. And it's not your fault that it's happening. You don't feel like you're being punished for something. “ Jamie shares how parenthood and her work in television have shaped her as a morning person (1:36), offering a candid look at how her kids are not that impressed with her successful career (4:53), Beyond family life, Jamie dives into the realities of self-care and mental health (14:52), emphasizing the importance of joy, resilience, and humor in facing life’s ups and downs. H...
2025-02-25
21 min
Creative Mamas Unplugged
Mindy Sterling, Part 1: Embracing Neurodiversity and Parenting with Creativity
“I want them to know how important they are.” In this heartfelt episode, we’re joined by Mindy Sterling (1:25), as we explore the intersections of parenting, creativity, and neurodiversity (3:35). Mindy shares her and Max’s unique journeys (10:12), offering an authentic and inspiring perspective on parenting outside the box (16:52). Her love for her son is the heart of this episode. Hosts: Cherice Barton and Shelly Hutchinson Guest: Mindy Sterling Producer: Jessica O’Keefe, Breatheasy Productions Follow Mindy Instagram: @mindyster memmo.me MindySterling Cameo Min...
2025-02-19
27 min
Creative Mamas Unplugged
Renae Williams Niles, Part 2: A Journey of Career, Caregiving, and Community
“I just hope that I can still be of value and make an impact” A continued, inspired conversation with Renae Williams Niles. In this episode, Renae shares her experience and advice on the reality of being in the “sandwich generation” as she cares for her parents (2:00), travel and work as a mother (12:00), and co-producing the nation’s Juneteenth celebration at the Hollywood Bowl (20:00). Hosts: Cherice Barton and Shelly Hutchinson Guest: Renae Williams Niles Producer: Jessica O’Keefe, Breatheasy Productions Follow Renae Consulting Webs...
2025-02-12
23 min
Creative Mamas Unplugged
Laurie Kanyok, Part 1: Artistry, Motherhood and Commitment to Integrity: Finding Balance
“Listening is the biggest gift you can give yourself” In this inspiring Part 1, Laurie Kanyok opens up about the challenges and triumphs of being a single mother to her talented 12-year-old daughter while leading a one-of-a-kind arts program (2:05) She shares the story of her departure to performing (7:53) the love of dance she shares with her daughter (15:09) and the joys of teaching and helping new generations of dancers (21:04). Hosts: Cherice Barton and Shelly Hutchinson Guest: Laurie Kanyok Producer: Jessica O’Keefe, Breatheasy Productions Follow Laurie: Instagram @lkanyok and @kanyokartsiniti...
2025-02-04
24 min
Creative Mamas Unplugged
Cher, Shelly and Producer Jess on Flow, Purpose and Sending Love
“By the act of sending the love and repeating your purpose, you are able to stay at a higher frequency of happiness.“ Cher and Shelly share the origin story of bringing Jess on as Creative Mamas Producer (1:50) a discussion about what it takes to carve out time in our schedules for our creativity (4:41) Jess shares about this idea of purpose [that she first learned about from Bob Proctor in "Change Your Paradigm, Change Your Life”] and how she uses this to focus her creativity and also to encourage her children to be themselves (6:23) how the mantra o...
2025-01-28
22 min
Creative Mamas Unplugged
A Conversation about the Los Angeles County Fires: Shelly interviews Cher and Lindsey Casey
“I’m focusing on the kids’ mental health, trying to keep things light. It broke my heart last Thursday to see my youngest pack her emergency bag full of stuffed animals instead of clothes, and hearing their terror as we evacuated is something I will never forget.“ Cher shares her and her girls’ experiences in Los Angeles on the day Los Angeles County caught on fire (2:57) Lindsey shares her experiences from the Woolsey Fire to these current fires (13:20) Lindsey discusses the very real fears of wind, our children’s post traumatic stress, managing work during all this and...
2025-01-20
40 min
Creative Mamas Unplugged
Jamie Denbo, Part 1: Actress, Writer, and Showrunner of “American Princess,” Co-EP of “Grey's Anatomy,” and Creative Force Behind Showtime, FX, and Disney Projects
"I believe in us. I don't think we need all of this noise. We must empower ourselves to listen to our own beliefs." Jamie, Cher and Shelly chat about the joy of knowing fellow creative parents, and how being a creative parent influences your parenting (1:40) Jame shares her journey from comedy to Executive Producer on Grey’s Anatomy and how her career has grown with her children who are now teenager (4:52) Jamie shares experiences at Los Angeles schools and embracing the phases your children go through (14:12) trusting your instincts about what your child needs, trusting you...
2025-01-14
34 min
Creative Mamas Unplugged
Lori Getz M.A., Educational Technologist, Mother, Author and Internet Safety Expert
“When the big stuff happens, we want them to be able to come to us.” How our system of today is different and helps us connect to our children in way that is helpful (1:37), there is no such thing as full parental control and we need our kids to teach us the things we should know (12:34), over-parenting in the physical world VS under-parenting in virtual world (19:50), Lori shares about her book “Like Ability: The Truth About Popularity” (33:57), Lori shares about her work in schools (38:49). Hosts: Cherice Barton and Shelly Hutchinso...
2025-01-07
48 min
Creative Mamas Unplugged
Erika Shannon-Hathaway, Part 2: "Navigating Perimenopause: Real Talk, Myths Debunked, and Empowering the Next Chapter"
"Chances are it's menopause [or perimenopause]." [see resources below] Erika, Cher, Shelly share laughter and stories about car-sits (1:23), Erika shares about 10-day menopause crash course discussing why we gain weight, having fun while learning about perimenopause and menopause, using movement and dance to keep levity in your life (4:39), symptoms and solutions of perimenopause and menopause (8:22), Erika’s hormone replacement therapy experience [HRT) watching out for the bikini diagnosis, history of HRT, benefits of HRT (11:21), how symptoms of menopause even after menopause can last another 10 years (18:53). Hosts: Cherice Barton and Shelly Hutchinson ...
2024-12-30
24 min
Creative Mamas Unplugged
Heather Lang, Part 2: “Moving Through Motherhood: Embracing Creativity and Connection
“I am so lucky” Heather Lang talks about how moms have power in being able to hold space for multiple people at once (13:15), Heather gives advice to new moms and describes her flexibility in finding opportunities (17:00), Cher, Heather and Shelly talk the importance of dance parties with kids at home (32:35). Hosts: Cherice Barton and Shelly Hutchinson Guest: Heather Lang Producer: Jessica O’Keefe, Breatheasy Productions Follow Heather Lang: Instagram: @heatherblee Follow Us: Instagram @cr...
2024-12-23
38 min
Creative Mamas Unplugged
Cher and Shelly: Prep for Summer 2025
"Yes it’s my job as parent to nurture them, teach them, to be present with them but it is my job, equally, to inspire them." Shelly chats how we find balance during summers when kiddos are out of school (3:35), Cher discusses summer joy in lack of schedule and also desire for structure (13:30), how you return to a more peaceful state with gratitude, staying present, being aware of human-ness, and appreciating that we continue to have new milestones at every age (25:13). Hosts: Cherice Barton and Shelly Hutchinson Producer: Jessica O’Keefe, Breathe...
2024-12-16
31 min
Creative Mamas Unplugged
Renae Williams Niles, Part 1, Balancing Acts: Renee’s Journey of Career, Caregiving, and Community
“Balancing Acts: Renee’s Journey of Career, Caregiving, and Community" Renee shares her incredible multifaceted career journey and the demands of presenting (3:10) she discusses the importance of demonstrating what giving back to your community looks like for her children (10:43), the reality of caretaking for parents while being a mom to three children (11:50), the surprise of how different children are even though they are raised in the same household (19:00), and how she has been able to prioritize her career because of the amazing support system that she has (24:12). Hosts: Cherice Barton and Shel...
2024-12-10
32 min
Creative Mamas Unplugged
Cher and Shelly: You are not those emotions
"You are not those emotions." Cher and Shelly encourage you to reach out via social media and email to share your funny parenting stories (2:08) indoor basketball hoops, home repair and cat rescuing (5:43) gratitude when you get something you've wanted for so long, Shelly’s pets, Cher’s words of wisdom letter to self (7:35) Mindfulness for you doesn’t have to be what it is for someone else (8:28) Cher’s letter to self “Take a fuck it all day” (11:49) Shelly’s chicken nugget story, tantrums and how “[adults] got minutes too”, perfectionism, (18:45) family therapy, listening to kiddos, asking them questions, (2...
2024-12-09
27 min
Creative Mamas Unplugged
Lakey Wolff, Part 2: Empowering Each Other Without Guilt, Balancing Family and Creative Pursuits
“Community Is Everything” Lakey talks about elementary school age kids post covid (7:20), how giving 100% in every aspect is not always feasible or necessary, giving yourself a well rounded life for balance and fulfillment (17:45), and how she balances work events while still being present for her family (22:07) Hosts: Cherice Barton and Shelly Hutchinson Guest: Lakey Wolff Producer: Jessica O’Keefe, Breatheasy Productions Follow Lakey https://www.lakeywolff.com/ Instagram: @lakey.wolff and @lakeywolffco Follow Us
2024-12-03
28 min
Creative Mamas Unplugged
Erika Shannon-Hathaway, Part 1: Guiding us through menopause into the best years of our lives
“If You’re Moving You’re Winning” (4:04) Erika shares her journey from Musical Theater at Michigan to moving to New York and dancing as a swing (6:00) Erika discusses her revelation about fitness and transition from teaching in a gym (12:49) to producing workout videos for Beachbody and her decision to become a certified menopause coach specialist, (16:56) defining self-care and finding small workout moments into their daily lives, (18:07) challenges Gen X women face about self-care (24:19) and a heartfelt conversation about selflessness, personal growth, and the importance of community. Hosts: Cherice Barton and Shelly Hutchinson Guest: Er...
2024-12-02
35 min
Creative Mamas Unplugged
Heather Lang, Part 1: Feminine Power, Motherhood, and Creative Boundaries
“Kids force you into the present moment so deeply” Heather Lang discusses her journey from being a people pleaser to setting boundaries and prioritizing her family (6:00) She reflects on the challenges of dancing while pregnant (13:50) and advocates for mothers in the arts and how she balances her thriving career with motherhood (17:30). Hosts: Cherice Barton and Shelly Hutchinson Guest: Heather Lang Producer: Jessica O’Keefe, Breatheasy Productions Follow Heather Lang: Instagram: @heatherblee Follow Us: Instagram @creativemamasunplugged Facebook...
2024-11-26
25 min
Creative Mamas Unplugged
Karine Plantadit, Part 2: You Have Two Hearts
”I am someone who is a creator, all of us our creators here. We can create anything we want. We create life.” Cher emphasizes that women are reshaping societal perceptions highlighting the strength and potential of this generation.(4:40), Karine talks about the importance of keeping her body strong and efficient for the motherhood journey ahead(11:54) and how providing for children involves not only nourishing them with your milk and food but also offering them spiritual support starting from when they are in the womb.(32:20) Hosts: Cherice Barton and Shelly Hutchinson Producer: Jessic...
2024-11-25
43 min
Creative Mamas Unplugged
Erin Keating: Hotter Than Ever
”Reinvention is possible AND necessary” Erin talks about her life as a single mom with teenagers(3:03), discovering the incredible and transformative second half of life (16:50), and how Hotter Than Ever discovers deep, important, significant parts about womanhood and releasing mental load (28:43). Hosts: Cherice Barton and Shelly Hutchinson Producer: Jessica O’Keefe, Breatheasy Productions Follow Erin Apple Podcasts @hotterthanever with Erin Keating Spotify @hotterthanever Instagram @hotterthaneverpod Substack https://hotterthanever.substack.com/archive Follow Us: Instagram...
2024-11-19
36 min
Creative Mamas Unplugged
Cher and Shelly: A Mom Car-Sit
“I just needed another mom!” Cher and Shelly catch up about Shelly’s birthday weekend adventures and an awkward encounter, (1:21), Cher’s Disney Day and the importance of a mom car-sit (7:06), and recognizing hormonal changes and why talking about it matters (14:00). Hosts: Cherice Barton and Shelly Hutchinson Producer: Jessica O’Keefe, Breatheasy Productions Follow Us: Instagram @creativemamasunplugged Facebook @creativemamasunplugged Apple Podcasts @CreativeMamasUnplugged Spotify @CreativeMamasUnplugged Amazon Music @CreativeMamasUnplugged YouTube @CreativeMamasUnplugged iHeart Radio @CreativeMamasUnplugged Podbean @CreativeM...
2024-11-19
23 min
Creative Mamas Unplugged
Lakey Wolff, Part 1: No apologies
“As parents, we are the quintessential problem solvers” Lakey shares her journey of entering motherhood while working as a talent agent (2:40), experience in finding balance between her love for her thriving career in the arts while raising kids (13:29), and Embracing positivity & happiness in midlife (21:56) Hosts: Cherice Barton & Shelly Hutchison Guest: Lakey Wolff Producer: Jessica O’Keefe, Breatheasy Productions Follow Lakey https://www.lakeywolff.com/ Instagram: @lakey.wolff and @lakeywolffco Follow Us: Instagram...
2024-11-11
28 min
Creative Mamas Unplugged
Karine Plantadit, Part 1: Overcoming fertility & the transformative power of motherhood.
“You are the only one responsible for your dreams.” Karine shares her inspiring journey to motherhood at 54 (2:16), the epiphany that we are responsible for our dreams and control of our lives, trusting our intuition (6:07) and highlights the importance of having a supportive tribe along the way (15:34). Hosts: Cherice Barton and Shelly Hutchinson Guest: Karine Plantadit Producer: Jessica O’Keefe, Breatheasy Productions Follow Karine www.karineplantadit.com Instagram: @karineplantadit Follow Us: Instagram @creativemamasunplugged Facebook @cr...
2024-11-11
23 min
Creative Mamas Unplugged
Welcome to Creative Mamas Unplugged
“You are not alone!” Cher and Shelly chat about the origin of the Creative Mamas Podcast (2:31) funny parenting stories about our children’s perception of our age (7:29) how we hold space for creativity in our lives (13:09). Hosts: Cherice Barton and Shelly Hutchinson Producer: Jessica O’Keefe, Breatheasy Productions Follow Us: Instagram @creativemamasunplugged Facebook @creativemamasunplugged Apple Podcasts @CreativeMamasUnplugged Spotify @CreativeMamasUnplugged Amazon Music @CreativeMamasUnplugged YouTube @CreativeMamasUnplugged iHeart Radio @CreativeMamasUnplugged Podbean @CreativeMamasUnplugged Extended Summary:
2024-11-11
18 min