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What does it take to navigate the ever-evolving world of media and marketing? How does one transition from casting extras in Hollywood to leading marketing at a cutting-edge production studio? Join me as I dive into these questions and more in episode 140 of "Carlsbad: People, Purpose and Impact."This week, I chat with the dynamic Mary Burt-Godwin, Director of Marketing at Loft 100 Studios. Mary's journey is nothing short of inspiring—from her early days at UC Santa Barbara to casting for iconic films like "Bring It On," and managing entertainment at LEGOLAND. She even took a detour into social media freelancing after a game show win!Now at Loft 100 Studios, Mary is at the helm of innovative media production, from hosting TV shows like "America Trends" to organizing vibrant community events. We also delve into the transformative power of digital media, discussing its impact on public discourse and political campaigns.Whether you're a media enthusiast or just curious about creative careers, this episode is packed with insights and inspiration. Don't miss out—tune in and discover the intersection of creativity, technology, and community engagement!Mary Burt-Godwin's Bio:Mary Burt-Godwin is the Chief Communications Officer, Director of Marketing and an On Air Host at LOFT100 Studios. Her journey in the digital marketing space began over 15 years ago as a parenting + lifestyle blogger in 2008 which led to syndication in online magazines like TodaysMama.com and PopSugar.com and a regular weekly Fox 5 News segment called “Ask the Moms.” Eventually she transitioned to working as a social media strategist and account manager for clients like KAABOO Del Mar, Wonderfront Festival, San Diego Tourism Authority, Komen San Diego, and Marriott Hotels. Prior to entering the social media space, Mary worked for 5 years as an event coordinator for the global destination management company, Allied PRA, and for 7 years as an Extras Casting Coordinator at Stu Segall Productions for shows like Silk Stalkings, Pensacola Wings of Gold and the feature film Bring It On. She has spoken at several conferences such as Bloggy Boot Camp and Women Get Social, and is also the author of Dead Dads Club: Stories of Love, Loss and Healing by Daughters Who Have Lost Their Dads. Mary is a native San Diegan, [former] die-hard Charger fan, UCSB Gaucho, pop culture enthusiast and mother of two wicked-awesome daughters. Connect with Mary:Website: loft100studios.com Did this episode have a special impact on you? Share how it impacted youCarlsbad Podcast Social Links:LinkedInInstagramFacebookXYouTubeSponsor: This show is sponsored and produced by DifMix Productions. To learn more about starting your own podcast, visit www.DifMix.com/podcasting

Anna Shirley lives in Indiana with her husband, and three teens and tweens.  Anna was born and raised in SLC, UT and graduated from the University of Utah in Political Science. For almost 20 years, she has worked at the University of Utah's Institutional Review Board (IRB).  Anna has also written for TodaysMama.com and was active in a local group of Instagram photographers in Indianapolis for several years keeping her involved in social media. For the last 5 years she has served as the Communications Director of the Indianapolis West Stake for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.  Isha Warriors is celebrating it's First Anniversary! As a big thank you to YOU for being a part of our journey-Annual Teen Membership is 50% off!! Help Keep Isha Warriors ad free!Join Isha Warriors in Prince Edward Island for an incredible Mother/Daughter Retreat this summer! Today's Episode!Being able to use fire revolutionized humankind.  Fire provides warmth and light...and it can also be dangerous, unpredictable and painful.  Social Media is the "fire" of our time that affects humankind in a revolutionary way every day.  It is both a tool and a trap.What are the negative sides of social media?Misinformation, discord, divisionHesitation to interact (we've been burned online before)Time wasterCompare our reality to other's “highlight reel”Social Currency (attributing value to you/your identity)FOMOHarassmentOverwhelmAudit Your Use!  How did that make you feel?How do we choose to act?How do we choose to react?Create a Better Online Experience!Post with purposeWhat is the purpose?  Does it follow the THREE C's? The Three C'sCompassionHow does it serve the people I love? Connection“We should not exaggerate, embellish, or pretend to besomeone, or something we are not. Our content should betrustworthy and constructive.” – David A. BednarCommunity buildingWhat are your spheres of influence?How can you be an influencer? ie Pick 5 people to encourage.Social Media GoalsRemember, social media platforms give us a unique opportunityto flood the earth with positive thoughts, imagery, andmessages.As a parent, use tools to be a "First Responder" instead of a "First Reactor".   Look at these tools as a way to have open loving communication and a way to help guide teens in how to "use fire" safely. https://www.bark.us/learn/bark-home/https://www.aura.com/https://www.qustodio.com/en/https://meetcircle.com/Anna referenced Episode 50: Overcoming OverwhelmPlease consider clicking below to make a one time donation to help "Monday Mindset With Isha Warriors" reach more people across the world!Donate Here

Rachael is the founder of Todaysmama.com a parenting website with millions of followers. She's the first person I've talked to that has real concrete solutions for parents struggling with managing their kids screen time. She has a well thought out method that requires work and discipline. You need this! www.todaysmama.com rachael@todaysmama.com

Episode 13: Gabrielle Blair - The Mom Who Broke the Internet About Birth Control This one will forever change the way you talk to your kids, your spouse, your friends, about birth control and sex. CLICK HERE for Full Show Notes!   Features ​ ​Design Mom's Twitter Thread on Abortion, Birth Control, and Accountability   Show Notes References, links, and corrections from this episode! Ratatouille: Watch the scene from the movie and tell us what YOUR "ratatouille" is HERE! The Twitter thread that started it all. Article Referenced: Book: Design Mom - How to Live with Kids: A Room-by-Room Guide The blog post on DesignMom.com that featured Joanna Gaines (this is where they were discovered by HGTV!) Event: Alt Summit ​   Related Posts on TodaysMama.com 5 Things I Learned From a Sex Therapist Elvie, Your Most Personal Trainer 10 Things You Need to Teach Your Girls About Puberty 7 Things Your Son Needs From You When Puberty Strikes   Gabrielle Blair Bio Gabrielle Stanley Blair is a founder and CEO of Alt Summit, the blockbuster annual conference for lifestyle bloggers and creative entrepreneurs, which is currently celebrating is 10th year and 15th sold out event. She is also the creator and publisher of DesignMom.com which was named a Website of the Year by Time Magazine, and praised as a top parenting blog by The Wall Street Journal, Parents, and Better Homes & Gardens. Her book, Design Mom: How to Live with Kids, is a NY Times Bestseller. On her website, Gabrielle covers the intersection of design and parenting, while hosting compelling conversations on difficult topics — from gun control to family size to mental health. Most recently, her honest Twitter thread about abortion went viral, and changed the way millions of people are talking about this divisive issue.   Gabrielle and her husband Ben Blair, live with their six children — Ralph, Maude, Olive, Oscar, Betty & June — in Oakland, California.   Follow Gabby Website: com Instagram: @DesignMom Facebook: Design Mom Blog Pinterest: @DesignMom com: @DesignMom   Listen to the Today’s Mama Podcast: Apple Podcasts Stitcher Libsyn YouTube Direct Download   Follow Today's Mama: E-mail (this is the best way) Instagram Pinterest Facebook Twitter   FULL SHOW NOTES HERE

Episode 10: Ali Edwards on Your Story and Learning to Love a "Normal" Day When our stories don’t go like we think they should…   Features ​On Being Lost & Found A Story About Two People Ali and Rachael's Essential Dave Matthews Band Playlist A 2nd Marriage in Photos   Show Notes References, links, and corrections from this episode! Ratatouille: Watch the scene from the movie and tell us what YOUR "ratatouille" is HERE! Dave Matthews on NPR's Tiny Desk Concert Series: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ieoiAeL-uow Bowl Cuts and Looking Like Boys: Chocolate Coconut Almond Butter Recipe {It's really SO good and you NEVER have to feel guilty about this treat!} Projects We Discussed: One Little Word + December Daily {You can find more information at AliEdwards.com} Related Posts on TodaysMama.com We weren't joking when we said we loved DMB. Dave Matthews Band and Grover Sing About Their Feelings Dave Matthews Talks Fatherhood Printable Dave Matthews Quote For Your Valentine​   Ali Edwards Bio Ali Edwards's passion resides in that very special place where the stories and images of life intersect. Her work includes blogging, teaching, writing, photography, and memory keeping product design. Learn more at http://www.aliedwards.com/. In her words: “I'm a 42 year old who runs a business that encourages people to value and tell their stories, mom to 5 kids (2 biological + 3 bonus), remarried to a partner who makes me laugh regularly. I love to read and work in my yard and travel and scrapbook.”   Follow Ali Website: AliEdwards.com Instagram: @AliEdwards or @AE_Wellness Facebook   Listen to the Today’s Mama Podcast: Apple Podcasts Stitcher Libsyn YouTube Direct Download   Follow Today's Mama: E-mail (this is the best way) Instagram Pinterest Facebook Twitter   FULL SHOW NOTES HERE

Episode 9: Tech Reset - Screentime Series Part 2 - We Dive Into The Healthy Habit of Asking Why Part 3 of a 3 Part Series on the 3 Screen Time Rules My Kids Thanked Me For. Tech Reset is about resetting your thinking in relationship with technology. In Part 1 discussed what shared vision is, setting goals and being totally transparent with privacy. If you haven’t listened to Part 1 of this Tech Reset series, go back and listen to it here. In Part 2 of Tech Reset, we dive deeper into defining the purpose of our devices and creating an environment to reinforce our goals. You can listen to Part 2 here. CONTEST!!! The Ultimate Backyard Movie Night Giveaway It’s still going! Click the link above for more information on how to enter!   Show Notes Simon Sinek on Millennials in the Workplace Video Important notes and links from Part 1 in this series… How to Check Battery Usage on an iPhone How to Check Battery Usage on Android {Android is a little murkier, I'd definitely install an app to get better data} What the Michelle Carter Conviction Means For YOUR Kids   Related Posts on TodaysMama.com Parents: Stop Teenage Privacy NOW! To Spy or Not to Spy: When to Give Kids Privacy When Your Teen is a Snapchat Wizard: Parenting and Social Media​ Facebook Says They “May” Collect Data From Your Calls and Texts. Turn It Off The Sneaky Science Behind Our Kids Tech Addictions   Rachael Herrscher Bio You can find out a little bit more about me and the rest of our team at TodaysMama.com HERE!   Listen to the Today’s Mama Podcast: Apple Podcasts Stitcher Libsyn YouTube Direct Download   Follow Today's Mama: E-mail (this is the best way) Instagram Pinterest Facebook Twitter   FULL SHOW NOTES HERE

Episode 8: Tech Reset - Screentime Series Part 2 Part 2 of a 3 Part Series on the 3 Screen Time Rules My Kids Thanked Me For. Tech Reset is about resetting your thinking in relationship with technology. In Part 1 discussed what shared vision is, setting goals and being totally transparent with privacy. If you haven’t listened to Part 1 of this Tech Reset series, go back and listen to it here. In Part 2 of Tech Reset, we dive deeper into defining the purpose of our devices and creating an environment to reinforce our goals. We’re going to be making some lists in this episode, so grab some paper.   CONTEST!!! The Ultimate Backyard Movie Night Giveaway It’s still going! Click the link above for more information on how to enter!   Show Notes Important notes and links from Part 1 in this series… How to Check Battery Usage on an iPhone How to Check Battery Usage on Android {Android is a little murkier, I'd definitely install an app to get better data} What the Michelle Carter Conviction Means For YOUR Kids   Related Posts on TodaysMama.com Parents: Stop Teenage Privacy NOW! To Spy or Not to Spy: When to Give Kids Privacy When Your Teen is a Snapchat Wizard: Parenting and Social Media​ Facebook Says They “May” Collect Data From Your Calls and Texts. Turn It Off The Sneaky Science Behind Our Kids Tech Addictions   Rachael Herrscher Bio You can find out a little bit more about me and the rest of our team at TodaysMama.com HERE!   Listen to the Today’s Mama Podcast: Apple Podcasts Stitcher Libsyn YouTube Direct Download   Follow Today's Mama: E-mail (this is the best way) Instagram Pinterest Facebook Twitter   FULL SHOW NOTES HERE

Episode 7: Tech Reset - Screentime Series Part 1 Part 1 of a 3 Part Series on the 3 Screen Time Rules My Kids Thanked Me For   CONTEST!!! The Ultimate Backyard Movie Night Giveaway It’s still going! Click the link above for more information on how to enter!   Show Notes TELL US! How are YOU feeling about Back to School? We're chatting about it over on TodaysMama.com HERE!​​ How to Check Battery Usage on an iPhone How to Check Battery Usage on Android {Android is a little murkier, I'd definitely install an app to get better data} What the Michelle Carter Conviction Means For YOUR Kids   Related Posts on TodaysMama.com Parents: Stop Teenage Privacy NOW! To Spy or Not to Spy: When to Give Kids Privacy When Your Teen is a Snapchat Wizard: Parenting and Social Media​ Facebook Says They “May” Collect Data From Your Calls and Texts. Turn It Off The Sneaky Science Behind Our Kids Tech Addictions   Rachael Herrscher Bio You can find out a little bit more about me and the rest of our team at TodaysMama.com HERE!   Listen to the Today’s Mama Podcast: Apple Podcasts Stitcher Libsyn YouTube Direct Download   Follow Today's Mama: E-mail (this is the best way) Instagram Pinterest Facebook Twitter   FULL SHOW NOTES HERE

Episode 6: Kathy Hirsh-Pasek on Raising Brilliant Kids {With Research to Back it Up!} Our interview with Kathy-Hirsh Pasek, Professor, Author of Becoming Brilliant, & Core Team at the LEGO Research Network   CONTEST!!! The Ultimate Backyard Movie Night Giveaway Click the link above for more information on how to enter!   Features Becoming Brilliant: Reimagining Education For Our Time​ Pokemon Go: A Window Into We Might Reimagine Learning How to Learn in the Age of Information Overload   Show Notes Ratatouille: Watch the scene from the movie and tell us what YOUR "ratatouille" is HERE! Book: Becoming Brilliant by Kathy Hirsh-Pasek​ App Mentioned: Vroom.org​ Book: Mindset, The New Psychology of Success by Carol Dweck Book: What Do You Do With An Idea {Required reading with your kids to start the school year}   Graphic Worthy Quotes Because we say very deep, very entertaining, very quotable things on this podcast: “Social skills help build language skills and math skills and reading. Turns out that’s the foundation for everything.” – Kathy Hirsh-Pasek “Failure is where we learn to be persistent and where we can learn growth mindset.” - Kathy Hirsh-Pasek “What did your parents do right? They loved me and they let me know.” - Kathy Hirsh-Pasek “Those who are great had many many failures before they were great. And failure is a great thing.” - Kathy Hirsh-Pasek   Related Posts on TodaysMama.com Do You Know the Secret to Raising a Safe, Smart Kid? ​ Science Says Eating THIS Could Change Your Child's Life Very Berry Brain Booster Smoothie   Kathy Hirsh-Pasek Bio Kathy is the Stanley and Debra Lefkowitz Faculty Fellow in the Department of Psychology at Temple University and is a Senior Fellow at the Brookings Institution. Director of Temple University’s Infant Language Laboratory, Kathy is the recipient of the AERA Outstanding Public Communication for Education Research Award, American Psychological Association’s Bronfenbrenner Award for Lifetime Contribution to Developmental Psychology in the Service of Science and Society, the American Psychological Association’s Award for Distinguished Service to Psychological Science, the American Psychological Society’s James McKeen Cattell Award for “a lifetime of outstanding contributions to applied psychological research,” The Society for Research in Child Development Distinguished Scientific Contributions to Child Development Award and the Temple University Great Teacher Award and the University Eberman Research Award. She was a finalist for 2013 Best Professor of the year for the American Academy of Education Arts and Sciences Bammy Awards. Kathy received her bachelor’s degree from the University of Pittsburgh and her Ph.D. from the University of Pennsylvania. Her research in the areas of early language development and infant cognition has been funded by the National Science Foundation, the National Institutes of Health and Human Development, and the Institute of Education Sciences resulting in 14 books and over 200 publications. She is a Fellow of the American Psychological Association and the American Psychological Society and served as the Associate Editor of Child Development. She is the President and also served as treasurer of the International Association for Infant Studies. Her book, Einstein Never used Flashcards: How children really learn and why they need to play more and memorize less, (Rodale Books) won the prestigious Books for Better Life Award as the best psychology book in 2003. Her newest book, Becoming Brilliant: What Science tells us about raising successful children (Becoming-Brilliant.com) released in 2016, was on the NYTimes Best Seller List in both Education and Parenting.   Kathy has a strong interest in bridging the gap between research and application. To that end, she was an investigator on the NICHD Study of Early Child Care, is on the Advisory Board of the Boston Children’s Museum, Jumpstart and Disney Junior and is an invited blogger for the Huffington Post. She worked on the language and literacy team for the development of the California Preschool Curriculum, is on the Core Team for the LEGO Research Network, is a member of the Steering Committee of the Latin American School for Educational and Cognitive Neuroscience, was one of the organizers of the Ultimate Block Party (http://www.ultimateblockparty.com/) and was one of the founders of the Learning Resource Network (www.learnnow.org). Kathy is a member of the Research Council for America’s Promise, an organization started by Colin Powell, and has been a spokesperson on early development for national media like the NYTimes and npr. She tweets at KathyandRo1.​   Listen to the Today’s Mama Podcast: Apple Podcasts Stitcher Libsyn YouTube Direct Download   Follow Today's Mama: E-mail (this is the best way) Instagram Pinterest Facebook Twitter   FULL SHOW NOTES HERE

Episode 5: Susan Silverman - Rabbi, Activist, Adoption Advocate, Mom Our interview with Susan Silverman, rabbi, adoption advocate, mom of 5 and author of Casting Lots. Features Nourishing My Adopted Son West African Peanut Soup How Many Hugs Do Your Kids Need a Day?   Show Notes Quote about Hugs: “We need four hugs a day for survival. We need eight hugs a day for maintenance. We need twelve hugs a day for growth.”     - Virginia Stair, Family Therapist ​Video: Susan Meeting Adar Organization: Women of the Wall​ Susan's Book: Casting Lots​   Tupperware Yep. I talked about Tupperware. I referenced a dish I bought from my local tupperware lady. I fill it to the brim with veggies and leave it in the fridge (or on the counter). Easy access to healthy food. You can use it for food storage or bust this little dream out at parties. It's legit, and purchased from a for reals Tupperware lady. Meet Lindsey MacMurray -- she can hook you up! ​ You can get this dish HERE (just search for "Serving Center Set") She also recommends the Snack-Stor Large Container Note: NOT SPONSORED, I just do freaking love that dish.   Enjoy!   Graphic Worthy Quotes Because we say very deep, very entertaining, very quotable things on this podcast: “The family that gets arrested together stays together” “Judaism for me is the way I orient my life. It’s how I understand my relationship with God. It’s the values and the rituals and life cycle events in Jewish form that orient me in the world. I don’t feel like they’re absolute truth. I feel like they are one path to God and a meaningful life shared by lots of people in the world so we can have this joint potential to heal the world.” – Susan Silverman “I have decided that I’ll be the first to hug my kids and the last to let go.” – Rachael Herrscher “If we really cared about this as a world we could do something—we have the technology.” – Susan Silverman   Related Posts on TodaysMama.com Science Says Hug Your Babies! (It will help their IQ) Please, Touch Someone​ I'm Adopted: 5 Things My Parents Did Right 14 Things Every Adoptive Parent Should Know An Adoption Birth Story   Follow Susan! Website​ Instagram Facebook Twitter​   Susan Silverman Bio Susan Silverman is a rabbi, author, teacher, activist and founder of Second Nurture: Every Child Deserves a Family -- And a Community, a program to find permanent, loving families for all children -- with the added bonus of supportive communal contexts for their families. She is a founder of Miklat Israel, an NGO that assists the State of Israel in creating a sustainable solution for asylum seekers residing in the country and on the board of Women of the Wall. I have always wanted to be a mom -- and have always wanted that to include adoption. I think I have seen families as something beyond a crucial, loving entity, but a force for social transformation.   Listen to the Today’s Mama Podcast: Apple Podcasts Stitcher Libsyn YouTube Direct Download   Follow Today's Mama: E-mail (this is the best way) Instagram Pinterest Facebook Twitter   FULL SHOW NOTES HERE

Episode 4: Dr. Meg Meeker, Pediatrician and Author Talks Kids and Anxiety and YOU! Everyone has felt anxiety. Dr. Meg Meeker shares practical insights to manage it and thrive! (For kids AND grown ups!). With over 30 years of experience in the medical field, Meg talks the overstimulation of our teens, the four types of anxiety teens experience, technology, and the tv show 13 Reasons Why. Features ​5 Things I Do If I Wake Up With Anxiety​ Show Notes References, links, and corrections from this episode! Rachael on Meg Meeker's Podcast talking discipline with toddlers and teens   Products Mentioned My Big Life Journal Growth mindset activities help children to recognize their ability to learn and motivates them to harness the power of their own mind. It helps children learn to embrace challenges, to persevere, and how to grow from feedback. Q96 Use code 20TODAYSMAMA to get a 20% discount on Amazon! The most researched multivitamin for brain health. Formula naturally increases circulation to the brain to support memory, focus and clarity. Backed by over 25 published studies in scientific journals, it is scientifically proven to be effective for improved mood and stability.   Graphic Worthy Quotes Because we say very deep, very entertaining, very quotable things on this podcast: “The best thing I can do for kids is to help their parents.” – Dr. Meg Meeker “Action is the enemy of anxiety.” – Rachael Herrscher “As you can change your thoughts your feelings start to change.” – Dr. Meg Meeker   Related Posts on TodaysMama.com Neuroscience Says Listening to This Song Reduces Anxiety Up To 65% 5 Signs Your Child Has Anxiety You're Probably Ignoring 4 Jedi Mindfulness Tricks to Help Your Anxious Child Making the Case For Kids Yoga Have Kids That Struggle With Anxiety? These 4 Strategies Will Help The 1 Thing to Never Say When Your Anxious Child Has a Meltdown   Follow Meg! Website​ Podcast Instagram Facebook Twitter​   Meg Meeker Bio Meg Meeker, M.D. is the country’s leading authority on parenting, teens and children’s health. As a pediatrician, mother, and best-selling author of six books, Dr. Meeker’s popularity as a speaker on key issues confronting American families has created a strong following across the nation and around the world. She has spoken nationally on parenting issues, including personal appearances on numerous nationally syndicated radio and television programs.  Dr. Meeker works with the NFL Fatherhood Initiative, and is a regular speaker at Dave Ramsey’s Smart Conferences. She also served as co-host of Dr. James Dobson’s nationally-syndicated daily radio program Family Talk from 2012-2016. She is a fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics, certified by the American Board of Pediatrics, and serves on the Advisory Board of The Medical Institute. Dr. Meeker lives and works in northern Michigan where she shares a medical practice with her husband, Walter. They have four grown children and three grandchildren.   This Episode Was Sponsored By: Q Sciences, the most studied micronutrient supplement for the brain! Use code 20TODAYSMAMA to get a 20% discount on Amazon! AND Circle with Disney Learn more at MeetCircle.com!   Listen to the Today’s Mama Podcast: Apple Podcasts Stitcher Libsyn YouTube Direct Download   Follow Today's Mama: E-mail (this is the best way) Instagram Pinterest Facebook Twitter   FULL SHOW NOTES HERE

Episode 3: Brittany Watson Jepsen Brittany Watson Jepsen is the founder and creative director of The House That Lars Built, a design lifestyle site focused on artful living. She released her first book, Craft the Rainbow, in April and her work has been featured on The Today Show, The New York Times, Martha Stewart Living, Le Monde, and Vogue. Our interview with Brittany Jepsen of TheHouseThatLarsBuilt.com on miscarriage, first time motherhood, and living abroad. Show Notes References, links, and corrections from this episode! What's a recorder? You can check them out and get yourself one HERE! Laurie Berkner video that Brittany styled! ​Ratatouille: Watch the scene from the movie and tell us what YOUR "ratatouille" is HERE! Correction: I said Toxemia was more common with boys. Urban myth? Yes and No! I asked my good friend and OBGYN, he said there's no correlation. But I also ran across this Australian study that says YES! Should you have a urine test in the third trimester of your pregnancy? Yes! Every week. That's one of the big screeners for toxemia. Here's a list of the tests you should be looking out for in the third trimester: The Third Trimester: Which Test Could Save Your Baby I mentioned the covers that Brittany has designed in the past for ChatBooks, check them out HERE: Brittany's Covers for Chatbooks! ​ ​ Graphic Worthy Quotes Because we say very deep, very entertaining, very quotable things on this podcast:   Related Posts on TodaysMama.com You Don't Have To Talk About Your Miscarriage I'm Sorry, There Is No Heartbeat   Follow Brittany! Website Instagram Pinterest Twitter Facebook Brittany Watson Jepsen Bio Brittany Watson Jepsen is the founder and creative director of The House That Lars Built, a design lifestyle site focused on artful living. She released her first book, Craft the Rainbow, in April and her work has been featured on The Today Show, The New York Times, Martha Stewart Living, Le Monde, and Vogue.​ This Episode Was Sponsored By: ChatBooks!​   FULL SHOW NOTES HERE    

Episode 2: Laurie Berkner She’s been called "The undisputed queen of kindie rock" by USA Today, People Magazine calls her "The queen of children's music" and the New York Times said she is "The Adele of the preschool crowd" most importantly, here at Today's Mama we call her the queen of our kid's playlists. On this episode of the Today's Mama Podcast we talk parenting in NYC, music, fostering talent in our children, and anxiety and how to fight it. Features More about and from Laurie on TodaysMama.com! Your Essential Laurie Berkner Playlist: Top 10 Favorite Laurie Berkner Songs Parenting Advice: Whatever You Feed Grows Concerts Are Good For You (And Your Kids Too) Promise! Insider Travel Tips: 5 Things To Do With Your Kids In Manhattan   Show Notes ​References, links, and corrections from this episode! Ratatouille: Watch the scene from the movie and tell us what YOUR "ratatouille" is HERE! Molly Ringwald post on The New Yorker: What About The Breakfast Club? Revisiting The Movies Of My Youth In The Age of MeToo (Correction: I said this was on The New York Times on the podcast, it's really on The New Yorker) Quote: "Worry is worshipping the problem" (Correction: I misquoted it on the show, here's the real deal and where I had seen it) Laurie's Tour Schedule Laurie's New Books: Monster Boogie and We Are The Dinosaurs   Graphic Worthy Quotes Because we say very deep, very entertaining, very quotable things on this podcast:   Giveaway! GIVEAWAY: Monster Boogie and We Are The Dinosaurs Books Giveaway instructions are posted on our website here:  https://familymaven.io/todaysmama/pop-culture/giveaway-monster-boogie-and-we-are-the-dinosaurs-books-by-laurie-berkner-P96QGqOYvEShX9WPgIpjRA/ Follow Laurie! https://twitter.com/LaurieBerkner https://www.facebook.com/LaurieBerknerBand Instagram.com/laurieberknerband Pinterest.com/LaurieBerkner   Laurie Berkner's Full Bio Laurie Berkner has been a professional musician since 1992, but her success as a children’s recording artist was a surprise to her. “It was so unexpected,” says Laurie. “I’d been performing in rock bands and struggling to write original music. Writing music for kids has not been a struggle at all. The more I started working on material for children, the more I realized that it opened up creativity in me that I never knew I had.” These days critics widely acknowledge Laurie’s major contribution toward launching what is now dubbed the progressive “kindie rock” movement – i.e. less saccharine, more rocking music that is not dumbed down for children. But it wasn’t simply an enormous amount of talent that helped create an entire genre and skyrocketed Laurie to her current position as “the queen of children’s music” (People Magazine). It was an ability to gain parents’ enthusiasm for the songs as well. According to Laurie, “When I’m writing a song, I’m thinking about whether the kids will like it and whether I’m going to connect to them through it. I’m also thinking about whether I want to sing it over and over again, so I guess that’s the part that connects with adults. Old MacDonald Had A Farm is a great song for kids, but I couldn’t sing it 100 times!” While Laurie never planned to be a children’s performer, looking back on her career it almost seems inevitable. While growing up in Princeton, New Jersey, Laurie was always involved in music, whether singing in choirs, playing in bands, or performing in musical theater. In high school and throughout college (at Rutgers University), she toured Europe with several choirs and orchestras as a soloist and guitarist. After graduation, Laurie spent several years as a children’s music specialist at New York area preschool and day care centers. Working with children became the perfect creative outlet for Laurie to express her talents and create something that, she says, “has turned out to be incredibly rewarding.” Laurie was the first recording artist ever to perform in music videos on Nick Jr. and was a beloved presence on the network’s Jack’s Big Music Show series. Her music videos now appear regularly on NBCUniversal’s Universal Kids channel. Laurie is also a frequent presence on SiriusXM’s Kids Place Live channel. She maintains a busy touring schedule and has performed at Lincoln Center, Carnegie Hall, and the White House, among many prestigious venues. Laurie has released twelve bestselling, award-winning albums: Whaddaya Think Of That (1997); Buzz Buzz (1998); Victor Vito (1999); Under A Shady Tree (2002); Rocketship Run (2008); The Best Of The Laurie Berkner Band (2010); A Laurie Berkner Christmas (2012); Laurie Berkner Lullabies (2014); The Ultimate Laurie Berkner Band Collection (2014); Laurie Berkner’s Favorite Classic Kids’ Songs (2015); Superhero (2016); and Laurie Berkner: The Dance Remixes (2017). Her Two Tomatoes Records has co-released (with Razor & Tie Entertainment) two DVDs: We are . . . The Laurie Berkner Band (2006) and Party Day! (2011). Laurie has authored three picture books for Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers, each of which is based on one of her beloved songs. We Are the Dinosaurs was released in March 2017, Pillowland was released in November 2017, and Monster Boogie is scheduled for July 2018. Laurie previously authored four books based on her songs, including two Barnes & Noble NOOK Kids™ e-books. Venturing into the world of the theater Laurie has written music and lyrics for three Off-Broadway children’s musicals produced by New York City Children’s Theater: Wanda’s Monster (2013), The Amazing Adventures of Harvey and the Princess (2014), and Interstellar Cinderella (2017). Laurie has also launched Laurie Berkner’s The Music in Me, a “Me and My Grown-up” style program of preschool music classes that she designed based on her philosophy, using her original music, with teachers personally trained by Laurie. Laurie continues to be inspired by her audience. “I want to create songs that matter for children,” she says. “I was singing once and saw a four-year-old girl shut her eyes and start swaying to the music. I thought, ‘That’s the reason I got into music.’ It keeps me wanting to do more.” When she’s not making music, Laurie enjoys visiting the farmer’s market for organic produce, knitting, biking and spending time with her husband, Brian, and their daughter, Lucy. They live in New York City.​ This Episode Was Sponsored By: ChatBooks!​   FULL SHOW NOTES HERE    

Episode 1: Angela Santomero Angela Santomero (Creator of Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood and Blue Clues and Author of Preschool Clues etc.) We talk parenting, what pre-schoolers and teenagers have in common, pre-mourning, how to choose the best media for your kids, and how they secretly need us to burn it down (a.k.a set boundaries). We also find out what really happened to Steve from Blues Clues, all the women who had crushes on him, and what’s next for Blue and the gang!   Features More about and from Angela on TodaysMama.com! Tips on Choosing Media For Your Preschooler Parenting Advice: The Four Beat Pause Are You a Pre-Mourner? Most Moms Are Angela's favorite family Italian Meal: We scored her Eggplant Meatballs Recipe Conversation: What's YOUR "Ratatouille"?   Show Notes ​What's Your Ratatouille? Here's the famous clip from the movie Ratatouille: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kuyUKdJccgM The Daniel Tiger Song I Tried To Sing https://www.dailymotion.com/video/x2g8fom TEDx Talk I mentioned a talk I gave at a SLC TEDx event. The talk was all about asking questions and this is the quote I included Angela in that talk: "I believe so strongly in the power of listening that it has been my underlying passion while creating high qulaity kids media. I include it in my shows for children through our interactive model in varying degrees. We pace our shows much slower and with pauses to let preschoolers think, from their thoughts, and answer back. Few believed that pausing on television would make such a different to preschoolers, but the positive results have been statistically proven. We have also heard from many adults that it has taught them, as well, to slow down and pause (listen) when they ask a question. Hurray!" Giveaway! Win a copy of "Preschool Clues: Raising Smart, Inspired, and Engaged Kids in a Screen-Filled World" Giveaway instructions are posted on our website here: https://familymaven.io/todaysmama/podcast/ep1-angela-santomero-creator-of-blue-s-clues-daniel-tiger-s-neighborhood-U3wJR4AkAUqjFfQeV74DMA/ Deadline is July 25, 2018   Follow Angela! You can find Angela online under the name @AngelasClues just about anywhere! Instagram Facebook Twitter ​ This Episode Was Sponsored By: ChatBooks!​   FULL SHOW NOTES HERE  

Disciplining your children is one of the most controversial topics when it comes to parenting. It’s also one of the most difficult because it requires parents to be continually consistent in how rules are enforced and consequences are carried out. In this episode, Dr. Meeker has invited Rachael Herrscher and Cassi Reece to talk about the successes in discipline, and what we’ll call “learning opportunities” that they both are in the middle of with their children. Rachael is the founder and CEO of TodaysMama.com, whose motto is “Changing diapers, minds and habits, sometimes all in one day”. Also in this episode, Dr. Meg gives you her points to ponder to begin using right away, and she asks listeners to send in questions for a future all-social episode of the podcast. Do you have a question for Dr. Meg? If so, email them to askmeg@megmeekermd.comand she could answer your question in an upcoming episode! 0:00 – AD – MARCH OF DIMES From prematurity to maternal death, the health issues facing families in this country are getting worse. March of Dimes is leading the fight for the health of all moms and babies. To find out more and join the fight, go to marchofdimes.org/megto find out more. 0:58 – WELCOME Dr. Meg introduces the topic “Disciplining Children”. She also teases her conversation with Rachael Herrscher and Cassi Reece and her points to ponder. 2:30 – POINTS TO PONDER Dr. Meg gives you three points to ponder as you learn more about disciplining your children! 8:18 – PARENTING RESOURCES Along with Dr. Meg’s conversation about disciplining children with Rachael and Cassi, she is also reminding parents about her webinar on discipline available at MegMeekerMD.com! Dr. Meeker’s latest course, Discipline With Courage & Kindness, is designed to help guide you on your journey to being the parent you've always wanted to be — the parent your kids need. 8:54 – A CONVERSATION WITH RACHAEL HERRSCHER AND CASSI REECE (PART 1) Dr. Meg sits down with Rachael Herrscher and Cassi Reece to talk about disciplining children. Rachael is the founder and CEO of TodaysMama.comand Cassi is a regular contributer on the blog. They both share their greatest acomplishments and “learning opportunities” that they have encountered while disciplining their own children. 38:42 – AD – MR CLEAN MAGIC ERASER Are you getting ready to tackle spring cleaning? All you do is wet it under the tap, give it a squeeze, and it’s ready to erase. Because it cleans with water alone, you don’t have to worry about harsh fumes or scents. It makes cleaning your toughest kitchen and bathroom messes fast and easy. Check out mrclean.com/parentinggreatkidsto see more ways the Magic Eraser can help you knock out impossible messes around the house! 40:18 – AD – MABEL’S LABELS What moms out there can relate to the frustration of feeling like you’re constantly replacing the items that you send to daycare and school with your kids? Mabel’s Labels’ stylish, durable labels are the perfect solution for all the stuff your kids lose. Simply personalize your labels online and they’ll get shipped for FREE to your door, ready to peel- and- stick on all your bottles, clothing, lunch boxes and more. Visit mabelslabels.com/greatkidstoday to start customizing your own, and if you use the code “GREATKIDS”, you’ll get 20% off your next order! 41:23 – AD – OMAX3 Taking care of your health is a big commitment, and it can feel overwhelming. That’s why you need Omax3 Ultra-Pure Supplements. Omax3 Ultra-Pure is the purest Omega-3 supplement on the market, containing nearly 94% high-quality Omega-3s. Go to TryOmax.com/megtoday to get a box of Omax3 Ultra-Pure for free! (Terms and Conditions apply) 42:48 – A CONVERSATION WITH RACHAEL HERRSCHER AND CASSI REECE (PART 2) Dr. Meg sits down with Rachael Herrscher and Cassi Reece to talk about disciplining children. Rachael is the founder and CEO of TodaysMama.comand Cassi is a regular contributer on the blog. They both share their greatest acomplishments and “learning opportunities” that they have encountered while disciplining their own children. 58:56 – LET’S GET SOCIAL Email Dr. Meg at askmeg@megmeekermd.comor tweet your question to her @MegMeekerMD. This episode, Dr. Meg had an extended conversation with her guests and asks you to send in your questions in the coming days. Soon she’ll have a social question only episode to answer all your parenting questions! 59:40 – PARENT PEP RALLY 60:43 – FROM THE PRODUCER Thanks for listening to Episode 52, Disciplining Children and for helping Dr. Meg’s parenting revolution reach more than ONE MILLION downloads! Subscribe, rate, and leave a review for us on iTunes! Get Social with Dr. Meg on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram @MegMeekerMD Have a parenting question? Write Dr. Meg at askmeg@megmeekermd.comand she could answer your question during the show or you can let us know what you’d like to hear about in a future episode! Dr. Meg’s parenting resources and tools are available at www.megmeekermd.comand click on “Parenting Resources”. Subscribe, rate, and leave a review for us on iTunes!