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The Mama's DenBozoma Saint John on Love and Loss...The Small Stuff Doesn’t MatterBozoma Saint John is a Badass Mama! From single motherhood to climbing the corporate ladder as a marketing exec, launching her hair brand Eve by Boz, and starring on The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills - Boz has done it all! But behind the glam is a woman shaped by hard-earned lessons in self-love, loss, and unstoppable growth. In this episode, Boz opens up about losing a child, becoming a widow, and being a Black woman in the boardroom...and how these moments empowered her to stand on business in every role she takes on. Through it all, Boz has not...2025-06-231h 06
The Mama's DenIt's Time for Mariah!!!Whether you love Mariah Carey as much as the mamas do, we hope you can appreciate the transformative experience Ashley, Melanie, Felicia, and Codie had seeing The Queen of Christmas together at the Hollywood Bowl. Special shoutout to Ashley who made it all happen! Today, we recap the experience, discuss the value of friendships, old and new, and the impact music has on us and our inner children. Plus, Melanie opens up about an emotional experience she had with her mom at the concert...you might need some tissues for that one!So Mama's Den Village, how...2023-12-1138 minThe Mama's DenLife, Partnership...and ChaosLet's be honest, Village, today was chaotic but we got there! The Mamas get into all things marriage & partnership. Fee, Codie, Melanie, and Ashley discuss how to move through challenges with your partner, which relationships they look to for inspiration, and what it means to choose your partner. While they all have different relationships and perspectives, they're all in agreement that in every marriage - you have to just do you! So Village, how do you face challenges in your marriage? Are there certain relationships you look up to? Get in on the conversation and l...2023-12-0436 minThe Mama's DenLife and Friendships are MarathonsGet your tissues, Village. Things get a little emotional on this episode as Codie, Ashley, and Melanie talk about the dynamics of adult friendships, self-awareness... and half-marathons. Two of the Mamas even work through a conflict in their own friendship and shed a few tears along the way. But it's important to note, no matter what anybody thinks, know that you're capable of doing whatever you set your mind to Mamas!Mama's Den Village, how do you resolve issues in your adult friendships? Is there a specific story you want to share with us? Get in on...2023-11-2743 minThe Mama's DenGoing International….Without the KidsFelicia's back, Village! So it's only right she gives all the tea - and revelations - from her trip to Thailand. The Mamas also get into their perspectives on letting your partner take care of everything, spirituality within your family, and feeling mom guilt while away from your children. While Fe, Codie, Ashley and Melanie all have different points of view, they're in agreement that every Mama deserves to make time for herself (and her partner) without the children from time to time! So Village, have you taken a big trip without your children? If s...2023-11-1335 minThe Mama's DenSecure Relationships With Your Kids, Partners, & ParentsOkay Mamas, social media sparks a lot of conversations these days. So Codie, Ashley, and Melanie are giving their opinions about a post shared on Instagram that listed 5 things parents should do if they want to have a secure relationship with their children. The Mamas also talk about holding space for their children’s emotions and reflect on their relationships with their own mothers.Mama's Den Village, do you agree with the 5 steps of having a secure relationship with your child? Do you have another step you would add to the conversation? Let us know your point of...2023-11-0632 minThe Mama's DenMore Than “Just” a MotherWhat’s happening, Mamas? Felicia is in Thailand living her best life while Codie, Melanie, and Ashley are talking about what it means to be just a mother - and more. The Mamas also explore what it means to truly be living in your purpose and supporting your kids’ decisions despite what you may want for them!So Village, are you fulfilling your childhood dreams or did you figure out your purpose later in life? Let us know your point of view over at podcasts@blacklove.com OR you can fill out our form. PLUS you can always...2023-10-3039 minThe Mama's DenLove, Healing and FriendshipsLet’s be honest Village, life can be hard. But understanding our own emotions and verbalizing how we're feeling can make some days a lot less difficult. In this episode, the Mamas discuss their perspectives on learning about themselves through their children, how they show their emotions in different situations, and how their astrological chart comes into play with who they are.The Mamas also dive deep into navigating friendships through different growth paths. And we can’t forget to shout out Ashely and her husband, Chea, as they celebrate their 8-year wedding anniversary!Mama’s Den...2023-10-2347 minThe Mama's DenIt’s Holiday Season: Time To Get Festive!Welcome back Village! As Halloween approaches, the Mamas discuss their family costumes, traditions, and what decorating looks like at their house (or lack thereof). Codie, Ashely, and Felicia even convert Melanie into the Halloween spirit! But an interesting debate begins when Ashley mentions she’s really just ready for Christmas and Mariah Carey! So Mama’s Den Village, what does Halloween look like in your household? Do you have an iconic family costume idea you want to share with us? Let us know over at podcasts@blacklove.com OR you can Fill out our form. PLUS y...2023-10-1625 minThe Mama's DenDon’t Get Too Comfortable… Everyone’s EvolvingWhat’s up Village? Are you experiencing a shift with how you parent? Codie, Ashley, Felicia and Melanie definitely are as the mamas give their different perspectives on the ever-changing balancing act of navigating their children’s emotions. Plus Fe shares why we all might need to call a behavioral therapist!So Mama’s Den Village, what are your current parenting growing pains with your children? So Mama's Den Village, what's on your mind? Let us know over at podcasts@blacklove.com OR you can Fill out our form. PLUS you can always submit a DM over at @th...2023-10-0939 min
The Mama's DenBoundaries, Communication and Are You There God? It's Us, The Mamas.Mama's Den village! You've been asking and the Mama's are here to answer! What? Your questions. An Island Mama in Antigua (shout out to our international listeners!) needs some advice finding balance. Riley in Vegas needs help with setting up boundaries with her mother and with dealing with unsolicited parenting advice. Plus Yas in Atlanta is wondering what to do when looking for that connection with a god or higher power, but not necessarily with a specific religion. So Mama's Den Village, what's on your mind? Let us know over at podcasts@blacklove.com OR you can F...2023-10-0240 min
Parenting for the CultureWhat is Your Parenting Style??Parenting is one of the hardest jobs on the planet.The one thing that we can agree on is that there isn't just one way to parent. People have so many opinions on how to manage your kiddos and it can be very overwhelming. There are days that you feel like you nailed it and then there are days where you feel like you are just a complete failure. Parenting styles is one of those things that you are always tweaking and adjusting because our littles ones are always changing. There isn't a one size fits all when it c...2023-09-2833 min
SOL Affirmations with Karega & FeliciaThe Times and Conditions of GriefThere is something special about the process. It is yours. It is ongoing. It is present. It is ever. It is, always. It is… - Dr. Felicia Gangloff-BaileyFelicia and Karega have come to view September very differently. As they come to year four without their daughter Kamaiu Sol Bailey earthside with them, the reality of the time and conditions in which grief exist become ever more present. While Felicia still wrestles with the process and how different the years look as they change, Karega has excepted the month of September of one of Miracles and Wonder. Li...2023-09-2732 min
The Amazing ClarksTightening the Relationship BoltsA perfect relationship is a nice thought but in reality, it doesn't exist. We all have trials and tribulations when it comes to being in a relationships. When those issues arise, some of us are quick to look for a reason to exit that situation, while in most relationships, you just need to tighten the bolts of your relationship. This week, The Amazing Clarks clue you in on how to make sure that a minor issue doesn't turn into a bigger issue, which could lead to disastrous consequences. Then, all you have to do is communicate with your partner...2023-09-2644 min
The Mama's DenMommy Needs a Mental Health DayHow we doing Mamas? Let's count today as our check in because Felicia, Ashley & Melanie are talking about what they do to help explain their mental health needs to their children cause sometimes Mommy needs a mental health day. We have to be able to advocate for ourselves in a healthy way so our children know how to advocate for themselves in a healthy way! The ladies are going into speaking up, being true to who you are and teaching your children to do the same. So Mama's Den Village, do you need a mental health day? H...2023-09-2532 min
Parenting for the CultureKids and Their AttachmentsThere are plenty of things we, as adults, are attached to. For example, you may have a favorite hoodie, hat or even a favorite food. These things comfort us when life is being, ya know....life. For our littles, their attachment to us can make us feel special but it can also be the most frustrating thing, especially when you have adult responsibilities to take care of and your little is attached to your hip like that piece of tape that doesn't seem to want to let go! This week, Charisse gives you all the lowdown on how to...2023-09-2132 min
SOL Affirmations with Karega & FeliciaJust Because Someone is Grown, Doesn't Mean They're GrowingJust Because Someone is Grown, Doesn't Mean They're Growing. One more time. Just Because Someone is Grown, Doesn't Mean They're Growing. That is the challenge Felicia has found herself in with her mother, and Karega has found himself in with a loved one. In reality, we all have found ourselves presented with the challenge of loving someone who isn't necessarily on the same trajectory of growth, wellness, or knowing as you. It is in this moment of investigation that we all join Karega & Felicia as we work through just how to hold and make space for those who challenge o...2023-09-2033 min
The Amazing ClarksThe Loyalty TestTrust between partners is one of the most important things when you're in a relationship. But, what happens when that little voice in your head is whispering doubts about the loyalty of your significant other? Do you continue to trust that they are still being faithful or do you administer a loyalty test to quiet that very convincing whisper of doubt? This week on the podcast, The Amazing Clarks discuss why you feel the need to test your partner and if it's really about your boo or is there something deeper going on inside of you. Settle in friends...2023-09-1932 min
The Mama's DenWe Are Each Other's Biggest FansAfter a short break our Mamas are back and Felicia has a question: What are we working on in our lives personally and professionally? From reconnecting with ourselves spiritually, to new coaches, new books and new music A LOT has changed. The one thing we do know, we are all soooo excited for our friends and this new season of growth for all of us.So Mama's Den Village, what is new in your world? Let us know over at podcasts@blacklove.com OR you can Fill out our form. PLUS you can always submit a DM...2023-09-1828 min
Parenting for the CulturePrioritizing the Lesson in the MomentLife is full of lessons. For kids, those lessons, just like life, can come at them quick. As parents, we have to use our judgement to decide when and where to teach those lessons. When our little is having a full meltdown, trying to teach them why whatever happened to them is causing issues isn't the best time. We parents have to have better timing because if we really want our kids to learn the lesson, then they need to be in a state that allows them to take in the info you are trying to teach. This week...2023-09-1428 min
SOL Affirmations with Karega & FeliciaWhen We Share Our StoriesAfter a clip of Felicia sharing a story about Kamali and Kamaiu goes viral, she takes a moment to reflect in the power of what vulnerability and the ability to share her truth does for her healing process. Sharing amongst community give us the opportunity to not only grieve, but to build, to reflect, to hope, and to love. Felicia's book SOL Affirmations: A Toolkit for Mothers Who Are Investigating Grief's Process is available now! A collection of affirmations for Mothers who are experiencing Motherhood differently than imagined. These affirmations are carefully written with the intention to s...2023-09-1325 min
The Amazing ClarksThe Happy Marriage MythWith so many myths in the world, it's hard to keep up with what is actual myth and what is truth. So, allow us to add another myth to your long list! Having a happy marriage is something all of us strive for when we get married, but perfection isn't possible. Sometimes looking for perfection in a marriage can be the very downfall of your marriage. But, there is a way to have a marriage that both you and our spouse can be proud of, and dare we say happy. This week on the podcast, The Amazing Clarks give...2023-09-1238 min
Parenting for the CulturePicking the Right School for Your Child (Part 2)We hope you saved room for part 2! Finding the right place for our littles, who are 0-5 years old, can be even more stressful than than finding the right school for our older kids. For a lot of our kiddos, this may be the first experience that is outside of the home for them. For some of us, this is the first time we are gonna separated from our child and we want to make sure that we are as comfortable with this school as we are in our own homes. But not to worry, take a deep breath...2023-09-0733 min
SOL Affirmations with Karega & FeliciaReframing ComparisionSometimes you need to reframe the reframe, and that lesson comes bright and early on a Monday. For Felicia it came in the form of comparison. We all have those moments when we wonder why we aren't where that other person is, EVEN if it's someone we love dearly. It is when we sit in those feelings and those thoughts that we are given the opportunity to process and move forward in them and find who we are. Is it just comparison? Is it a different form a grief? Is it all of the above and more?...2023-09-0633 min
Parenting for the CulturePicking the Right School for Your Child (Part 1)We can all agree, as parents, education is important for our tiny humans. But, picking the right school can make all the difference in overall health and well being for our kids. The right school can nurture our kids to grow up and be the adults that will change this world. Unfortunately, the wrong school may not tap into your kids super power so they can thrive. We know there can be a lot of pressure deciding the school that will educate your child but not to worry we got you! On this episode, Charisse gives you the tips...2023-08-3135 min
SOL Affirmations with Karega & FeliciaThe Conflicts and Challenges That Arise Out of StubbornnessIn potty training Kamali, Felicia and Karega find new knowings in the concept of "being stubborn" and how one learns. How often do we, as a society, dismiss stubborn children or stubborn people as not knowing or not learning just because they are not doing things with the ease or expectation that we would like them to?Karega's New Album Legacy Lounge Season 1 "Legacy Talk Only" is AVAILABLE NOW through EVEN. Keep up with Karega and Felicia on Instagram: @karegabailey & @fefemonique========Join us for the 2023 Black Love Summit! You’ve rocked with...2023-08-3030 min
The Amazing ClarksWhat is Your Fighting Style? Ding! Ding! Everyone to their corners! Arguing with your partner can be one of the most frustrating things about being in a relationship. We know that trying to communicate your needs to a person who “doesn't seem to be picking up what you're putting down” can lead to something more heated. Here's the good news, fighting with your partner doesn't mean your relationship is ending. The way you and your partner argue can actually be productive. It can be the difference between your relationship ACTUALLY ending or you and your partner growing closer while both people...2023-08-2946 min
The Mama's DenTMD Vault: Allow Us to (re) Introduce OurselvesAre you new to the Mama's Den? Maybe you just don't know where to start? We know that some of y'all aren't going to go all the way back into our catalog to learn about all the Mamas. That's why we went deep into the vault (Think June 2021) to get access to the first episode of The Mama's Den ever recorded. We're talking about before we settled on a name! Listen in as our Mamas, Ashley Chea, Melanie Fiona, Felicia La Tour and Codie Elaine Oliver share their journeys to marriage, motherhood and every thought along the way.2023-08-2829 min
Parenting for the CultureYou vs. The Kids HomeworkSchool is back and that means homework is back too! Just like our kids, homework is something that we as parents dread each year as our kids move up in grade. The Homework being given gets progressively more difficult. Anyone try to do this "new" math these kids keep bringing home? Homework and studying can be very stressful but lucky for us, this week Charisse drops some very helpful tips and hacks to make this new year with new homework roadblocks a lil less daunting. Happy Parenting My Friends! We love answering your questions here! If...2023-08-2426 min
SOL Affirmations with Karega & FeliciaGrieving on the Corner of Hope and HopelessnessHow does one process the loss of someone who still had so much more to tell? Of a loss that feels too soon? Karega asks this as he processes the loss of one of his former students from DC, Troy, to gun violence. Troy, like so many of Karega's students, taught Karega just as much as he taught them. There was so much more to them than people were willing to see or understand, but Troy was able to communicate it all through poetry. Poetry that sits with and influences Karega to this day unfortunately now, through his absence. 2023-08-2333 min
The Amazing ClarksUsing Sex to Avoid Emotional ConnectionWe can all agree sex is one of the pillars of a good relationship. When the sex is good, sometimes it can be a distraction, but what if you are using sex to avoid truly connecting with your partner? Emotions can be complicated, and who's got time for that roller coaster. Sex can be used to avoid how you truly feel, and you convince yourself this is the best way to not get hurt. This week, The Amazing Clarks chat about the possible reasons you may be using sex to protect your heart and how the sex will be e...2023-08-2236 min
The Mama's DenTMD Vault: Sometimes Submission is a Love LanguageHey Mamas Den Village! We're going into the vault today for a NEVER BEFORE heard episode from June 2022. Why was it never heard? Well, so you can hear it now! Let's talk about submission? Is it a dirty word? Why do some women feel that it's a non-starter in relationships? What do our ladies (minus Codie who was out filming The Perfect Find which you can watch right now on Netflix), think about submission? How else does submission tie into other facets of love and relationships? If you have a question for the Mamas? Let us know s...2023-08-2120 min
Parenting for the CultureKeeping Your Cool When Kids Get SpicyWhoever said patience is a virtue never had kids. Keeping our cool while your little one is having a full meltdown in the middle of the aisle at the grocery store, isn't the time to be virtuous. Sometimes, the best way to combat that spicy child of yours is to not react to the screaming and crying by being the example of calm and peace that your child can rely on to guide them through the latest emotional outburst. Like Bruce Lee once said "You must be like water" Happy Parenting! We love answering your qu...2023-08-1728 min
SOL Affirmations with Karega & FeliciaWellness is the New GenreWhere does wellness stand at the intersection of Hope and Hopelessness? It's what helps you move forward. Today, Karega and Felicia discuss the the wholeness of wellness. What it means, where it has found them in their journey of grief, and for Karega, why it is fundamental to him connecting with other men in their journey with not only grief, but in healing. Wellness is the New Genre. Karega's New Album Legacy Lounge Season 1 "Legacy Talk Only" is AVAILABLE NOW through EVEN. Keep up with Karega and Felicia on Instagram: @karegabailey & @fefemonique========Jo...2023-08-1632 min
The Amazing ClarksEverything Is Perfect: A Philosophy or a Way of LifeEVERYTHING IS PERFECT....A phrase we've all said to ourselves to will us through a situation that is the furthest from perfect. Everything Is Perfect, or EIP, can be more than a phrase to whisper to ourselves in a moment of need. EIP can be the very thing that can change your whole life. Adopting EIP as not just a saying but as the lens that you view and participate in the world can be the very thing your life needs to take you to that next level. The Amazing Clarks discuss this week how you can begin to...2023-08-1533 min
The Mama's DenIntroducing: Parenting for the Culture, a show from The Black Love Podcast NetworkHey Mama's Den Village! Our ladies are out this week, but we want to introduce you to our friend Charisse Sims and her podcast Parenting for the Culture! Charisse is a mama of 6 (!), wife, and early childhood educator who knows a little about the ins and outs of parenting and more specifically GENTLE PARENTING.One common issue that keeps coming up is that "I just don't know where to start!" Look, that's valid. It seems like these days everyone has a different definition of what exactly gentle parenting is, AND Charisse isn't here to say that her...2023-08-1426 min
SOL Affirmations with Karega & FeliciaThe Love Calls for us to UnifyAs Felicia reflects on her now 36th birthday, she recalls what the past few birthdays have looked like even as she has shared this space with you all. The changes that are naturally occurring in life have made their way and even the moments of celebration look different. While discussing that moment, allows to Karega reflect on a trip back east that he took with his father just before his dad's 70th birthday. It all lends itself to the question of how do the processes of life change our outlook on love, growth, life and celebration?Karega's...2023-08-0937 min
The Mama's DenWho Are We Outside of Motherhood?A change in Felicia's co-parenting arrangement has her discovering more about who she is without being a full-time mother. This, in turn, has her wondering if the rest of the Mama's Den crew knows exactly who they are outside of motherhood and how they came to those realizations. PLUS what does it look like to try and find balance inside of motherhood with partners, fathers, and even the children? What are those expectations of what it is to be a mom? How are we handling the thought and concept (and occasional real feeling of) mom guilt?Mama's...2023-08-0741 min
The Mama's DenMotherhood Needs to be a Better Paying Job!Motherhood is a job! No really. If we weren't doing it, and in those moments where we can't watch the kids, we have to pay someone else to do it. It is a whole job! Now why is it that it doesn't get treated that way? Today, Ashley, Felicia, and Melanie (you gotta make sure you're following the Black Love socials to find out what Codie's been working on!) are speaking on not only that, but on finances in general. Prenups? Splitting the household finances? We're getting into all of it!Mama's Den village what did you...2023-07-3138 min
The Mama's DenMarlo's in the House! aka Welcome Blair PaysingerMarlo's in the House! If you've been riding with us from day one you've heard the ladies talk about Blair, and today she's here to defend her honor. We kid! Aside from all the stories you've heard on the pod, what you might not know about Blair is that she's a mama of 2, a wife, an entrepreneur, and so much more. We know that you're going to find her to be just as dope as we do!Mama's Den village what did you think? Does your friend group have a Marlo? Drop in and let us know...2023-07-1727 min
SOL Affirmations with Karega & FeliciaToday I Choose to Practice LovePracticing Love. Sit with that statement for a second. How often do we treat love as a practice or a philosophy? Do we realize that love, as with all things, changes and grows? That it requires us to study, and practice it? That it will test us? Push us? Today Karega and Felicia discuss moments that have challenged their practice of love, BUT have also allowed for a sort of mastery of certain facets of it. Even as it changes and grows, continuing to PRACTICE LOVE allows us to grow in love.Karega's New Album Legacy Lounge...2023-07-1231 min
The Mama's DenFee is Definitely in LoveOkay village! We know you've peeped it on her gram, that you've heard bits and pieces on the pod, and TODAY you get to hear it straight from Fee herself! Luckily we've got Mrs. Black Love (aka Codie Elaine Oliver) here to help get all the facts, but we know you've been wondering just how she met her new boo. What was it like introducing him to her kids? What work did she need to do on herself to get ready for a new partner? We're getting into all of it today! Y'all we LOVE this for our sis! 2023-07-1033 min
Black Love: The InterviewsJessica & Kenny BurnsFrom meeting at Howard Homecoming in 1997, to dating by 1998, to marriage in 1999, and their first child in 2000, love hit Kenny and Jessica fast. As they will tell you in this 2019 interview for Black Love Doc, it wasn't always easy, but it has turned into over 20 years of love and growth. Now as parents and partners in business these two have ALL the wisdom to share about building a beautiful legacy with your spouse. ========The award-winning 🖤Black Love Podcast Network🖤 is back with✨ BRAND NEW ✨episodes! Since its launch in 2021, the Black Love Podcast Network has been the pr...2023-06-301h 00
The Mama's DenWearing All the Hats, Being the Bonus Mom, and Summertime PanicMama's Den village! We're headed back into our DMs to answer some of your questions. A long time Black Love fan is wondering how to balance being a woman who wears many hats AND navigating being a first time mom with no family nearby to support her. Dani out of Los Angeles needs some bonus mama advice from Felicia, and a mama in Memphis needs help navigating what to do with the kids for the summer! Have our Mamas figured out their situation yet? (Let's hope so, it's practically July) PLUS Micayela in Cleveland needs help navigating non-supportive family m...2023-06-2636 min
The Mama's DenThe Perfect Find with Numa PerrierMamas! The new movie The Perfect Find produced by our very own Codie Elaine Oliver is out THIS FRIDAY on Netflix. Today we have the film's director Numa Perrier in the Mama's Den to chat all things motherhood! If you don't know Numa, let's get you caught up! She's a multi-talented actor, director, writer, and visual artist who has emerged as a premier voice in the film and television landscape with The Perfect Find being her feature debut. PLUS she's a mama to a soon to be teenager and a bonus mama! We dive into what it's like to...2023-06-1946 min
Man to Man: A Wellness SeriesMan to Man with Dominic LawsonWhat do you do when you lose it all? When you think you know your life plan, and then suddenly that changes? Dominic Lawson knows all about change and loss. He wouldn't tell you that there is some magical cure all on the other side. What you would learn from him, is that he is a man of service, a man who loves his community, and a champion of mental health who is STILL on his own journey. Through storytelling, he is finding his own healing AND success. In going Man to Man with David, Dominic shares about growing...2023-06-1543 minThe Mama's DenFinding Our Corners of JoyAjike “AJ” Owens was a mother of four who was fatally shot after she reportedly knocked on the door of her white neighbor's residence to retrieve her child’s iPad, and the story has been weighing heavy on the ladies. What do you do when it feels like it's non-stop? What can we do as Black mothers to negate the feeling of hopelessness? Can we do anything? As the ladies discuss, sometimes the most revolutionary acts are finding the moments of joy in their corners of the world. Mama's Den community let's check in. How are you...2023-06-1222 min
The Amazing ClarksReprogramming Your Relationship's ThermostatDo you and your partner seem to be worlds apart? Chances are your thermostat is off! What is your thermostat? Well The Amazing Clarks are here to set you right. Your thermostat is what regulates what you get around you. Just like the thermostat in your house, if it's set at 70 it doesn't matter what you do your house is going to stay at 70 degrees. If you've convinced yourself that your partner can never change, then even if they do make small changes you're never going to see it because you're set on never see them!But i...2023-05-2335 min
The Mama's DenThe Grandmama's Den with Mama LauraWe are celebrating Mother's Day all month here at The Mama's Den and what better way to do it than to have our Mama's Den Mamas here! That's right we are bringing the Grandmamas into the Mama's Den all month long! Today all the way from Columbus, Ohio is Mama Laura! And yes, you can call her Mama Laura. Does she think she and Ashley are alike? What advice does she have for parents today? Also, Ashley asks what was the hardest part of parenting after losing a child? Next week we finish it up our Mama's m...2023-05-2248 min
The Mama's DenThe Grandmama's Den with Mama DonnaWe are celebrating Mother's Day all month here at The Mama's Den and what better way to do it than to have our Mama's Den Mamas here! That's right we are bringing the Grandmamas into the Mama's Den all month long! Felicia is out taking care of her babies, but guess which mama came by to defend herself? That's right! Ready to hold it down TEN TOES DOWN it's Melanie's mama: The one and only Mama Donna! You think you know all the stories, but Mama Donna is here to share everything. Is there anything that we haven't heard...2023-05-1553 min
The Amazing ClarksBatteries and BLTs with Anthony's Mama JeanMother's Day is fast approaching and Melanie has traveled back west to spend some time with her babies. That doesn't mean that doesn't mean that we can't celebrate moms while she's away! Anthony has invited his mom, Queen Jean, to the mic to get her thoughts on dating as an older woman, marriage (she's had three), and what she thinks about his and Melanie's marriage. PLUS, what does Mama Jean think about needing a man at her age? Does she want to be in a relationship AND what is she hoping Anthony picks up for her for Mother's Day...2023-05-0936 min
The Mama's DenThe Grandmama's Den with Mama ReneeWe are celebrating Mother's Day all month here at The Mama's Den and what better way to do it than to have our Mama's Den Mamas here! That's right we are bringing the Grandmamas into the Mama's Den all month long! First up is Mama Renee the Mama to Codie. Mama Renee is a mama of two, and a grandmama to all boys. What are her thoughts on how Codie is parenting? What was it like to be a parent and entrepreneur back in the day? What was it like co-parenting Codie after her divorce? PLUS what is it...2023-05-081h 03
The Amazing ClarksStaying Patient During Your Waiting SeasonAre you currently in your "Waiting Season" and feeling impatient for your happily ever after? Many of us have gone through periods of waiting, which can be challenging and cause doubts about whether our time will ever come. However, what we do during this season is crucial. In this episode, The Amazing Clarks provide valuable insight into how to make the most of your waiting season while your love story is still being written. We share practical tips on how to stay positive, patient, and motivated during this time. So grab a pen and paper and take notes because...2023-05-0221 min
The Mama's DenGood Mamas Bad Choices with Jamilah Mapp and Erica DickersonMamas! We've got some of our favorites joining us in the Den today! Jamilah Mapp and Erika Dickerson are best friends, single mothers, and the creators of the Good Moms Bad Choices podcast! Now we can call them published authors with the arrival of their new book A Good Mom’s Guide to Making Bad Choices. Erica and Jamilah share how they met, the importance of Mom friends, their opinions on Mom Guilt and what you can expect in the book! They also have an amazing Mother's Day giveaway that you can enter!Plus, which one of ou...2023-05-0149 min
SOL Affirmations with Karega & FeliciaWho I Am in This MomentKamali celebrated her second birthday last week (!) and while there was much to celebrate, there was also a period of reflection. Felicia and Karega take a moment to discuss the parallels between those who came through for them in this period of celebration and those who were there for them during their period of grief. Perhaps just as important, how different it is to be in this specific moment with a child earthside versus being parents of a child in heaven.========Karega's New Album Legacy Lounge Season 1 "Legacy Talk Only" is AVAILABLE NOW through EVEN. 2023-04-2632 min
The Amazing ClarksThat Amazing Spiritual LoveWe've all been there, when you meet someone and they check every box externally. They're fine, they've got a good job, a nice place to live, they have a functional car, all of the things that make you say that this might be worth pursuing is there. Then... it happens. The connection just drops like internet in the 90s. You say something and they don't get it, or something they do just gets on you. But here's the thing...none of those things are new. You're just noticing their spirit. Spiritual love is something deeper than the su...2023-04-2535 min
The Mama's DenDestiny's Twins, Summer Activities, and Regulating These BabiesAlright Mamas we've gone from Destiny's Child to Destiny's Twins as Ashley is out working and Felicia is out sick, but Codie and Melanie are holding it down for you! Was Spring Break as long for you as it was for us? Have you figured out what you're doing to keep your children entertained for summer? Melanie and Codie discuss all the activities AND serve as your gentle reminder that NOW is the time to start looking at summer programming. PLUS, Codie needs advice when it comes to the twins which leads into a whole other conversation about how...2023-04-2448 min
Parenting for the CultureChildren are Tiny Humans Not Tiny AdultsYou remember that moment before you had children when you pictured the group pictures in the matching outfits? Or the take your kid to work day? Or that moment where they would do all the cute things together? And now you're here with your seven year old screaming and hitting a punching bag because they feel like it and you're wondering what's wrong with them? Why are they like this?Now, you bought the child the punching bag to do exactly this, but you know YOU wouldn't do this. So why would this tiny version of...2023-04-2028 min
Man to Man: A Wellness SeriesMan to Man with Lheighton CookForgiveness is something we all struggle with. However, studies have found that the act of forgiveness can reap huge rewards for your health, lowering the risk of heart attack; improving cholesterol levels and sleep; and reducing pain, blood pressure, and levels of anxiety, depression and stress. Today, David is going Man to Man with an influencer, father, and skateboarder who knows all about the power of forgiveness, Lheighton Cook. The two talk about what it took for him to forgive his father. The importance of it on one's mental health, and how it all ties into being the man...2023-04-2042 min
SOL Affirmations with Karega & FeliciaThere is No Reframe Without RestHaving a toddler is hard, and Kamali is not as respectful to the needs of rest as one would expect of a two year old. You might know this about Felicia, but she loves her sleep. Like, it is a high priority. And there is no room for reframing things when there is no rest!However, there is more to this situation than Kamali being a toddler and the lack of sleep. It is about what we had planned, especially through our grief journey. The vision for our lives, the lives we had planned for ourselves, did...2023-04-1941 min
The Amazing ClarksCompromise vs ConsensusHave you ever gone along to just get along? You know what we mean. Agreeing to do the dishes every day for a week even though you KNOW THAT YOUVE DONE THOSE DISHES EVERY DAY FOR THE LAST 13 DAYS EVEN THOUGH YOU HATE HATE DOING THE DISHES just to avoid a fight.... ok pause. We're good. Today The Amazing Clarks are breaking down compromising versus consensus. What are we as partners agreeing to without ever talking about? What do we need to do with potential partners BEFORE we commit to each other to ensure success in a relationship? There i...2023-04-1831 min
The Mama's DenTraveling with Children Who Aren't Ready for TravelingThere was a moment of...need... in the Mama's Den group chat. Ashley needed some advice(?), about her next excursion with her family. And let's be real here, this isn't just a normal trip for the Cheas. When they return, they will be returning to a new home. There are a lot of new moving parts with a lot of new stresses hence the need for her Mama village! In this episode the Mamas talk not only about what you can do to get the kids ready to travel, but what it's like to have kids that just aint...2023-04-1737 min
SOL Affirmations with Karega & FeliciaI'm Speaking as an Act of Self LoveKarega has released his new project Legacy Lounge Season 1 "Legacy Talk Only" into the universe and reflects on what it means on not only what it means to be an artist, but on what it means to use music and rap/ hip-hop as a way of processing his grief. Specifically, as one has to navigate the grind of promoting and selling this art and legacy project which means more than just a commodity. Is there a way to find balance in trying to build something greater than the machine of promotion and follows and likes especially with something so i...2023-04-1234 min
The Amazing ClarksReprogramming Your Dating ThermostatDo you keep attracting the things you don't want? Chances are your thermostat is off! What is your thermostat? Well The Amazing Clarks are here to set you right. Your thermostat is what regulates what you get around you. Just like the thermostat in your house, if it's set at 70 it doesn't matter what you do your house is going to stay at 70 degrees. If you've convinced yourself that online dating is trash and then go to try online dating, it's never going to work because you've convinced yourself it's trash!But it's okay! Anthony and Melanie...2023-04-1127 min
The Mama's DenVaginas Are Magical with Kim DurdinIt's Black Maternal Health Week and the Mamas have brought in Kimberly Durdin who is a Licensed Midwife, Internationally Board Certified Lactation Consultant, Childbirth Educator and Doula Trainer, Plus she's a mother of six and grandmother of five! She and business partner Allegra Hill are co-owners and co-founders of Kindred Space LA, South LA’s only Black-owned Birth Center and hub for midwifery care, doula support and training, lactation consulting, education, parenting support group, enrichment and movement. So needless to say, she knows a thing or two about maternal health! Kim is here to give us some of the deta...2023-04-1056 min
Parenting for the CultureIs Gentle Parenting on "Some White People Stuff"?Welcome back friends! Charisse is a back with a couple questions from you all, our listeners! First Frenchy in New Jersey is dealing with a teenager who really REALLY wants to wear makeup, but it's a hard no for her. Here's a hint, we're going to reference one of our Pillars of Peaceful Parenting. Then, Charisse answers a listener in Detroit's question of how exactly to Gentle Parent in hostile territory. It's not as cut and dry as you might think!We love answering your questions here! If you have a question you need Charisse to answer F...2023-04-0630 min
SOL Affirmations with Karega & FeliciaGrieving the Person That I Thought I WasFelicia needs to make a change in her life. One that, on the surface level, is simple. She needs to cut her hair. Now, as Karega will tell you (and show you) Felicia has rocked every style under the sun. However, in this moment the impending change is different. As Felicia sits with it, she realizes that even something that she has done dozens of times before, now has a new association with it, and it ties into grief and Kamaiu. As grief is ever changing and evolving, Felicia and Karega reflect on how this moment is very much...2023-04-0540 min
The Amazing ClarksDo You Believe in Love?Do you believe in love? Not just love, but true love? Now a while back on the TikTok a video from Season 4 of Black Love Doc where Anthony & Melanie shared some of their love story had the people in the comments thinking it was a set up. The energy of love is what we're here to talk about today people. There's too much cynicism around love and The Amazing Clarks are here to remind all of you, whether you're in a relationship or not, that love is here for you. Love shows up in ways that you never expect...2023-04-0424 min
The Mama's DenSonic Shirts, How Much Jail Time Would You Do For Your Kids, and More Listener QuestionsYou've asked and our Mama's are here to answer! That's right it's listener question time, and y'all are getting straight to the point this time around. An anonymous listener in Chicago wants to know if it's wrong to cut off a bad friend? Crys_Shine (c'mon Instagram handle!) in Wilmington, DE wants to know how to handle tantrums. A friend (or foe) from Codie's home state of Texas wants to know just how far each one of our Mamas would go to stand up for their kids, and more! Alright Mama's Den community do you have questions f...2023-04-0335 min
Black Love: The InterviewsJack & Tené ManningFrom kickin' it with mutual friends at house parties to catching flights across the country to spend romantic nights together. In this 2014 interview, Jack and Tené Manning discuss how their platonic friendship reconnected and blossomed into the start of a beautiful black love story. ========The award-winning 🖤Black Love Podcast Network🖤 is back with✨ BRAND NEW ✨episodes! Since its launch in 2021, the Black Love Podcast Network has been the premiere destination for thought-provoking conversations on topics ranging from parenting and relationships to male wellness and sisterhood. As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content an...2023-03-3151 min
Parenting for the CultureParenting is a Processing JobCharisse has been fielding all the questions lately about her absence and we hear you! Like all parents, she had to juggle all the things: a spouse out of town, children in three different parts of the city, and coordinating with a babysitter and look, things did not go as planned. One of Charisse's little heavens did the babysitter DIRTY yall, like ran her out of the house with tears in her eyes dirty. And Charisse felt like the worst parent, the worst educator, and questioned this whole gentle parenting thing. But the truth of it is, th...2023-03-3030 min
SOL Affirmations with Karega & FeliciaTelling My Truth is Part of My WellnessIn their journey of grief, Karega and Felicia have each have had their own very individual processes in how they feel in sharing Kamaiu's story. Their truths vary as their experiences have varied. As the couple vulnerably shares, this ain't fair. None of it is fair and in all reality, no one would choose this path over having their loved one. Grief is wild that way. However, that is why Karega and Felicia create these tools of reference AND why the reframe is so important even for themselves; because it is easy to fall into the trap of the...2023-03-2926 min
The Amazing ClarksThe Amazing 4 Components of IntimacyFriendship, vulnerability, trust, and communication, these are the 4 components of intimacy that keep the Clarks love so strong. In this episode, the Clarks break down each one of these components and explain how each relate to one another. Listen in as they discuss how vulnerability is the connector to all things intimate. By the end of this episode, you'll understand how being in an intimate, close relationship, can be an invitation to being who you really are. Make sure you connect with us over @theamazingclarks and let us know what your 4 key components of intimacy are....2023-03-2826 min
The Mama's DenThriving and Surviving with Tiffany O.Hey Mamas! We've got a bit of a different situation this morning. Felicia is out doing mom duties and Melanie is tending to a house emergency so Ashley's best friend Tiffany O. aka Kyla's mom to help keep the Mama's Den going! Tiffany and Ashley have known each other since they were toddlers in Columbus, OH. However, their friendship truly started in high school just so you all know how long their bond goes back! PLUS their daughters have been best friends since out of the womb. Tiff and Ashley have been there for each other for just about...2023-03-2746 min
The Amazing ClarksThe Amazing Act of Physical TouchThere's so much more to physical touch than we think. In this episode, the Clarks get into the fifth and last love language, physical touch. Listen in as Melanie expresses how she believes the impact of Covid-19 has enhanced our need for physical touch. While Anthony explains how his need for physical touch hasn't always been met. By the end of this episode, you'll better understand why it's our natural instinct to want to be touched, loved, and wanted. Make sure you connect with us over @theamazingclarks and let us know what your top love language is.2023-03-2123 min
The Mama's DenSqueezing and Flicking and Tucking and...Discipline?Mamas, Felicia has a new experience with Zen and she needs to know if the rest of y'all raising little boys have experienced it...Morning wood.Don't laugh! Okay laugh a little, but today we are talking through it all! What do you tell your children when they first have those natural experiences? Is there a right time or a wrong time to talk to your children about their bodies? Have you been thinking about having this talk with your children since before you even had them like Codie? (She even read a whole article...2023-03-2046 min
Man to Man: A Wellness SeriesMan to Man with Kelvin DavisAs we all know, being different than what people think Black men should be gets you straight mocked, being vulnerable is not something we expect from Black men. Whether that comes from wearing "feminine" colors, not being fit, to enjoying certain hobbies, there are some things that Black men avoid because they don't want to be talked about. For body positive, model and NAACP Image Award nominated author Kelvin Davis, that was an afterthought. He's been rocking his style since childhood. As a girl dad and a dapper gentleman Kelvin spreads joy just by being him, but where does he...2023-03-1641 min
SOL Affirmations with Karega & FeliciaWhat is Present May Not Always Be Visible in the Moment"What is present may not always be visible in the moment. At the right moment it will be seen. Its relevance requires its process and cannot be rushed."SOL Affirmations was (once again) nominated for an Ambie award which this time took them to Vegas. While in reflection, Karega and Felicia note how all of this, the podcast and the stories that they share in it, start with Kamaiu and the story that they never wanted to tell. Felicia never wanted anything to come from the loss of her first daughter, and yet through her sharing her...2023-03-1530 min
The Amazing ClarksThe Amazing Butt TattooIn this episode, the Clarks answer an important question. When is it time to commit? Well for Melanie, she knew Anthony was her's even after they broke up. So in Melanie fashion, she decided to get Anthony's named tattooed on her back side. Listen in as Melanie shares why she got this tattoo and how risk of love is worth taking. Because at the end of the day, we can't be afraid to get hurt in love. Make sure you connect with us over @theamazingclarks and let us know when you knew it was time to commit.2023-03-1429 minThe Mama's DenThat Corporate Mommy LifeCodie's best friend Kim is in town (and Felicia is out for the day) and the Mamas have all the questions about building a career before children. As you may (or may not know) our Mamas all had their children very quickly into their relationships/marriages. Kim and her husband, however, waited five years before having a child. What is it like to have children after climbing the corporate ladder? Do relationships stay the same? Get stronger? Fall apart? We ain't got all the answers, but Kim is here to share her personal story and we are fa...2023-03-1343 min
The Amazing ClarksThe Amazing Act of Quality TimeQuality time means, when I'm with you, I'm going to be engaged with you, and present. In this episode, the Clarks get into the fourth love language, quality time. After being together for 31 years and listening to spirit and pouring into others, the Clarks learned how to be aware of others love languages. Listen in as the Clarks discuss how what's quality time for others may not be quality time for you, but sometimes it's not about you. We have 1 more love language to go. Make sure you connect with us over @theamazingclarks and let us know what your t...2023-03-0727 min
The Mama's DenIt's Okay If Motherhood Isn't For YouHave y'all seen this Chelsea Handler video that's been going around? She basically breaks down "A Day of a Childless Woman" in a hilarious way, but had the milquetoast men of Fox News foaming at the mouth. Even though it's none of their business, it does have the ladies wondering "Is it okay for women to NOT want children?" Meaning, do we respect women who make the decision to not start a family enough? Moreover, what's the decision like to decide to not want anymore children once you've had some? We're deep diving into many facets of motherhood today...2023-03-0633 min
Black Love: The InterviewsLori & James StrumWhen James first spotted Lori they were both driving around in Maryland. He didn't know her name. He just saw two cute girls in a car and made a mental note. How did that turn into a 40 year love story? In this 2015 interview for Black Love Doc, Lori and James share the lessons they've learned through dating, marriage and parenthood as they reflect on just how their journey, the ups and the downs, has been worth it all.========The award-winning 🖤Black Love Podcast Network🖤 is back with✨ BRAND NEW ✨episodes! Since its launch in 2021, the Black Love...2023-03-0348 min
SOL Affirmations with Karega & FeliciaWho is Putting Us at Risk with Tony Lewis JrMass incarceration is a type of loss. It isn't often framed that way, but you know we are all about the reframe here. In the last interview in the series from the Kennedy Center, Karega and Felicia sit down with their friend Tony Lewis Jr., a DC community leader, re-entry expert, and champion for children with mass incarcerated parents to discuss the community and specifically the youth of DC. Plus, the trio explore the concept of "at-risk" youth, and the grief, and loss experienced by those who have incarcerated parents. Make sure you follow and support Tony b...2023-03-011h 00
The Amazing ClarksReceiving Gifts in LoveIn this episode, the Clarks get into the third love language, receiving gifts. Ultimately we all have our top 3 love languages, however, sometimes they change due to certain events. Listen in on how Anthony realizes and reflects on how gifts was once his love language and why it changed. While Melanie expresses that she typically showers herself with gifts and how that helps her love on herself. This is just the start though! We have 2 more love languages to go. Make sure you connect with us over @theamazingclarks and let us know what your top love language is cause w...2023-02-2823 min
The Mama's DenWhat's Your Parenting Style?Would you let your child wave in the air like they just don't care? Did you know that is part of a type of parenting style? Listen, Ashley and Felicia have been watching this parenting show that has them wondering all the things. Is there one "good" type of parenting style? Should we as parents only stick to one way? Have we been to strict with our kids? Listen in as the Mamas discuss not only their parenting styles, but how it has evolved as they had more children. Alright Mama's Den community what is your parenting s...2023-02-2725 min
SOL Affirmations with Karega & FeliciaShowing up to the Day Differently with Angel Gregorio"Sometimes the art is showing up to the day differently than you've done before." - Dr. Felicia Gangloff-BaileyAs Karega and Felicia continued their stay in DC they knew that they needed to link up with their old friend Angel Gregorio. If you know DC, you know Angel. You know The Spice Suite, you know the work she does for the community and our people. What you probably don't know is how she has shown up for Karega and Felicia specifically in their grief. Listen in as Angel shares how her grief in losing her brothers to...2023-02-221h 06
The Amazing ClarksThe Amazing Acts of ServiceIn this episode, the Clarks discuss the second love language that can be best described as doing something for your partner that you know they would like. Whether that'd be filling up their gas tank, watering their plants, or even cooking them a meal, it's Acts of Service. Listen in as both share how having Acts of Service as your love language, or a partner with it, can often mean giving up your time. And although it can be time consuming and exhausting, it's what you or your partner needs, and that's what makes understanding it worth the effort...2023-02-2122 min
The Mama's DenWould You Get a Gun?A friendly conversation about Ashley's home makeover quickly turns into how does one go about protecting the home? More importantly would any of the ladies get a gun? It's a question that is heated, genuine, and touches on not only the necessity for some, but the real fears, and the situations that have had the ladies think twice about their opinions. This is a conversation that goes there, and we definitely want to hear from you all afterwards!Alright Mama's Den community what do you do to keep your home safe? Would you get a gun? Let u...2023-02-2034 min
Man to Man: A Wellness SeriesMan to Man with Jermaine FowlerWelcome back fam! Today David goes man to man with an actor, and comedian but also a father and overall good dude Jermaine Fowler. The two discuss how comedy was truly a way for Jermaine to make something of himself when everything seemed hopeless, how much of one's self it takes to make others laugh, and the intersection of religion and wellness. Jermaine has really seen and been through so many ups and downs and his views on it all are worth the listen. ========The award-winning 🖤Black Love Podcast Network🖤 is back with✨ BRAND NEW ✨episodes! S...2023-02-1651 min
SOL Affirmations with Karega & FeliciaSOL Affirmations with Kier GainesWhile artists in residence at the Kennedy Center, Karega & Felicia had the opportunity to sit down with their old friend husband, father, community leader, and licensed therapist Kier Gaines. In conversation they discuss not only how they have shown up for each other, but for community, and specifically the youth. It is a conversation about Black Love at it's core. ========Karega's New Album Legacy Lounge Season 1 "Legacy Talk Only" is AVAILABLE NOW through EVEN. Felicia's new book SOL Affirmations: A Toolkit for Mothers Who Are Investigating Grief's Process is available now! A collection of...2023-02-1551 min
The Amazing ClarksThe Amazing Words of AffirmationIn this episode, the Clarks dig deep into the most common love languages, words of affirmation. Both express how words of affirmation are words that communicate your love, appreciation, and respect for another person. Not only does it help your partner feel a great sense of self worth but motivation as well. Listen in as both Melanie and Anthony share their stories on why they like and/or dislike this love language within their own relationship. This is just the start though! We have 4 more love languages to go. Make sure you connect with us over @theamazingclarks and let u...2023-02-1426 min
The Mama's DenA Mama's Den ValentinesValentine's Day is tomorrow and the ladies of the Mamas Den are ready thanks to the help of one Felicia La Tour! Listen in to hear how the Mamas do Valentine's Day with their children, how it's evolved over time, love languages, expectations of their partners, and some last minute pick ups you can grab if you're trying to scramble to put something together for this micro holiday! Alright Mama's Den community what do you do with your little ones for Valentines Day? Let us know over at @themamasdenpodcast or send us an email at pod...2023-02-1329 min
Black Love: The InterviewsDavid & Tamela Mann“People look at you and think, ‘Oh you got 30 years of marriage. You’ve figured everything out.’ No, there are some things that we are still trying to figure out.”David and Tamela first met when they were in their teens, but it was NOT in a relationship capacity. They were just friends, homies, pals. Clearly that didn't last, but it wasn't as simple as friends turned to lovers. In this 2018 interview for Black Love Doc, David and Tamela share how they went from friends to partners to parents and even business partners with the love and humor that...2023-02-101h 01
SOL Affirmations with Karega & FeliciaThe Power Struggle of ParenthoodFelicia's desire for structure and Karega's desire to take the path of least resistance when it comes to parenting is looked at in depth within this episode. In this episode, both share honest thoughts about navigating through the journey of parenthood and the power struggles that come with it.========Felicia's new book SOL Affirmations: A Toolkit for Mothers Who Are Investigating Grief's Process is available now! A collection of affirmations for Mothers who are experiencing Motherhood differently than imagined. These affirmations are carefully written with the intention to support Mothers in centering their Love through...2023-02-0829 min
The Amazing ClarksThe Amazing 5 Love LanguagesThe Amazing Clarks are BACK! And they are ready to talk about everything love this month. Listen in as both Melanie and Anthony discuss what the 5 Love Languages are, how they work, and how they use them to assess themselves and show love to one another. This is just the start though! Make sure you connect with us over @theamazingclarks and let us know what your top love language is cause we are going to get deep this month! Click Here if you are interested in being coached for The Amazing Clarks Podcast!========2023-02-0717 min
The Mama's DenWelcome Back Mamas on the Brink!Welcome back to the Den Mamas! We know you've been waiting for us to come back and we're recharged and ready to get back to talking about all of the things. We didn't know a better way bring us back in than by answering some of your questions! What should one do when a co-parent ain't acting right? What's Black History month like in Canada? and a shout out to all the Aunties! (We love our Aunties here!) Alright Mama's Den community what have you missed the most? Let us know over at @themamasdenpodcast or send us an...2023-02-0639 min
The Mama's DenYou Can Choose Faith or FearMamas, Aunties, Ladies, and even the Fellas....we're NOT back! BUT we know that you've been feenin worse than Jodeci for NEW Mama's Den episodes so we wanted to drop a special episode to help get you through the weekend. In this very special episode, the Mamas share how these kids have been keeping them on their toes. What does it look like to keep going when everything seems to be going wrong? Plus, what makes every single one of the ladies cry mid episode? What moments have had you stuck between Faith or Fear? Let us k...2023-02-0333 min
Man to Man: A Wellness SeriesMan to Man with Hosea ChanchezToday we are starting out Black History Month right with this brother right here! Hosea Chanchez is an actor and producer who has been in the entertainment industry for over 20 years and is probably best known for his role in The Game which you can catch on Paramount+ but his talents don't stop there - Hosea is also a passionate advocate for mental health awareness and support within the Black community. As David and Hosea sit down for a chat on what's happening in The Game, his wishes for Malik, and he reveals something he's never shared before.2023-02-0233 min
SOL Affirmations with Karega & FeliciaLove Without JudgementSome of you may (or may not) know but Karega is also an artist. His latest album, Legacy Lounge Season 1, features a song about Felicia (one that she lowkey has been waiting for). However it is through Karega's words that Felicia has been allowed to learn how to process her own grief, and how it gave her the space to learn to love without judgment after loss. ========Karega's New Album Legacy Lounge Season 1 "Legacy Talk Only" is AVAILABLE NOW through EVEN. Felicia's new book SOL Affirmations: A Toolkit for Mothers Who Are Investigating Grie...2023-02-0125 min