Mom Who Works: Redefining what it means to be a working mom (in a world without working dads...)
Episodes
Interview: Lisa Candera, The Autism Mom Coach
10 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
April is Autism Awareness Month, and today's episode is with Lisa Candera, the autism mom coach! This episode has nuggets of wisdom and support fo...
Make your life easier!
12 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is permission and practical ideas to make your life easier. Yes, mom, it is ok to make decisions, take time and create habits to intentio...
Interview: Carrie Fabris
17 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This episode with Carrie Fabris had me in tears during the episode, the kind of tears that are quiet and calm and feel like relief because Carrie just...
It's FEBRUARY: Only what's crucial and the calm mindset
12 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Moms, we are finally back in podcast action with the first episode of 2026!In this episode, we are talking word of the year and mine is CRUCIAL. And I...
Happy NYE: February is the New January!
31 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's that time-- our annual reminder that in the Mom Who Works Community? February is the new January! Maybe you're fired up and ready to lite...
Interview: Rebecca Blacker
15 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We are so honored and excited to bring you this episode with Rebecca Blacker. She is so vulnerable and honest and this conversation is a complete deli...
Correction: What is time?!
21 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Well, listeners, it would appear a correction is in order. Last week, I recorded an entire episode, did an entire post, on celebrating one year for th...
Interview: Meg the Creator
19 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today's episode with Megan Spencer aka Meg The Creator is a GIFT of an episode to any mom who works, especially if you're introverted, to lear...
One Year Anniversary: What does it mean to celebrate?
13 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Mom Who Works Podcast is celebrating her ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY today with a discussion on celebrating-- what it means to observe, honor and mark an...
Interview: Samantha Kearns
31 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
"It's a feeling, not a fact.""I help people transform their self-worth to live radically fulfilling lives based on audacity rather ...
Closing Time: Finish your whiskey or beer
23 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Y'all need to let me know if this works...but today, I'm taking Closing Time by Semisonic to guide us to choose our personal path to walk to t...
Interview: Britanie Ramirez
09 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The energy in this episode is CONTAGIOUS! Britanie Ramirez has the best wisdom and advice for flat out living life and you're going to love this inter...
Interview: Vilona Michael
17 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s episode, I sit down with Vilona Michael - marketing strategist, connector, and founder of V.Marketing. What unfolded was one of those...
What is Whole Village?
11 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is a quick episode that gives a high-level overview of our new community program Whole Village. I'm inviting you to please apply to join the ...
Interview: Lisa Zwikl
03 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful conversation, we sit down with Lisa Zwikl—CSO at SmartAcre and a marketing leader who’s built her career in spaces as diverse as ...
Connection, Community and Accessibility: A TNT Reflection
27 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you love Taylor + Travis, this episode is for you.If you do not love Taylor + Travis, this episode is still for you (but we also are sad for you). ...
Interview: Hayley Owen
20 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s episode, we sit down with muralist and artist Hayley Owen—and leave the conversation feeling both grounded and inspired. Hayley sha...
Pack the Cooler—But Don’t Forget the Plug!
13 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I’m talking about making magic in everyday moments with my kids—not just for them, but for me too. Because the truth is, the be...
Interview: Stacy Scalfaro
06 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s episode, we sit down with Stacy Scalfaro—teacher, counselor, wife, daughter, and proudly, mom. While the conversation was unexpecte...
Daily Checklist: Increase Gratitude, Decrease Guilt
02 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If we increase gratitude we can decrease guilt, and that's what the goal of today's episode is for each and every person listening. By craftin...
Interview: Kendy Cox
30 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful episode, we sit down with Kendy Cox—a wife, mom of three, and Vice President at Public Strategies, where she’s spent over 25 year...
Interview: Mandi Casey
16 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on Mom Who Works, we’re joined by Mandi Casey—owner of The Collective and a woman who knows a thing or two about intentional discomfort....
Interview: Elizabeth Collura
09 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Elizabeth Collura joins us from a place of strength in progress—confident in her decision to relocate across the country, yet still doing the hard a...
Interview: Nancy Owens
02 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week we’re joined by Nancy Owens — a native Oklahoman, first-generation Mexican American, and a woman who chose alignment over achievement.In...
Summer Challenge: Revisit, Recommit, Rededicate
30 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We’re halfway through the year—and with 9 weeks until Labor Day, there’s still so much time to make intentional progress on your 2025 goals.In...
Interview: Bobbie Earles
25 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week’s episode is all about bold moves and brave pivots. We sit down with Bobbie Earles, who shares her inspiring journey from a successful car...
Interview: Ashley Freehan
18 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, we’re joined by Ashley Freehan, founder of The Purpose Gathering and host of The Faith Fueled Mompreneur podcast. Ashley offer...
Discomfort -> Growth -> Peace Loop
11 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The summer challenge is in FULL SWING and we are so proud of you for participating. As we've heard from you and navigated the challenge, the theme...
Interview: Julia Sewell, founder of The Self Made Mom
04 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s episode feels less like an interview and more like a personal coaching session—and honestly, we all need that kind of energy right now.We’...
Interview: Devin Vassella Trachman PT, DPT, MTC, OCS
28 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I sit down with my good friend Dr. Devin Trachman, a physical therapist with over 11 years of experience. Dr. Devin is an incredible ...
Memorial Day to Labor Day Challenge
23 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It’s time for our annual Memorial Day to Labor Day challenge— and this year is all about intentional and inspired discomfort. Summer isn’t just ...
Interview: Kelly Nolan
21 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We are OBSESSED with this podcast episode featuring Kelly Nolan, an attorney-turned-time management strategist and mom of two, who knows firsthand wha...
Interview: Tamara McLemore
16 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this Bonus Episode, we sit down with Tamara McLemore, founder of Tamara McLemore Enterprises—an executive consultant, certified Project Managemen...
Interview: Madison Wetherill
14 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If cooking for your family every night is truly daunting, or the thought of feeding the kids all summer sends you into a panic, this episode is for yo...
Interview: Maddy Fero
07 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Maddy Fero, the creative force and founder behind Little Rad Things, a kids' clothing brand specializing in ethi...
Interview: Suzanne Boyd and Kristine Fears
30 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Suzanne and Kristine, creators of Thanks Mom Co., have been best friends for over a decade, having their first children only 5 days apart. They have l...
Interview: Nancy Moore
25 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this Bonus Episode we sit down with Nancy Moore - empty nester, entrepreneur, podcaster, and community builder dedicated to helping women create a ...
Interview: Ali Dodd
23 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we hear from Ali, a courageous mother who turned unimaginable tragedy into purpose. After the devastating loss of her baby in a child...
I'm doing what I said I would do-- and it's working.
16 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
IDK if you're like me, but I am notorious for knowing what I should do-- and not doing it. I'm in a season where I am actually doing all the t...
Interview: Selby Bush Lilley on Corporate Mom Life
11 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Selby Bush Lilley is a master of her craft and a corporate mom who works. This episode runs the full spectrum of what it means to be a mom who works a...
Interview: Sarah Armstrong, The Art of the Juggling Act
14 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is power-packed with author and VP of Global Marketing Operations for Google, Sarah Armstrong. Sarah has bite-sized advice for moms who w...
Where have you been? On friendship and showing up
05 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today's episode tackles the idea of showing up and stepping away when it comes to friendship. We take small steps with good intention that can tak...
Podcast forecast and a panic attack...
07 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Happy 2025! It's February-- and we did it. I'm so proud of you!To kick off this new year of the podcast, we are chatting panic attacks and cha...
It's New Year's Eve ILYSM
31 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In our community, we do the majority of our dreaming and scheming in February, because we believe February is the new January! But I do suggest a bit ...
Interview: Erin Shaw, Artist
19 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Erin Shaw brings us a WORD in this episode. This episode will inspire you, it will refine you, it will relieve you and it will give you hope. This epi...
Happier Holidays: Debrief
12 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What would it look like if you did an intentional debrief of how this holiday season went AND you made notes for next year? In this episode, we take a...
Happier Holidays: Declare
04 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you're feeling the chaos and overwhelm of the season, this episode is for you. I share a special affirmation I wrote just for us to help navigate t...
Happier Holidays: Declutter
30 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I don’t want moms to miss the magic this holiday season. That’s why we are going to take time to declutter in three ways: quiet our calendars, qui...
Happier Holidays: Decide
20 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We are kicking off a four-part series titled "Happier Holidays." Together, we are going to explore what it looks like to decide, declutter, declare an...
Switching Gears
08 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As a political campaign professional, I've experienced the highest of highs and the lowest of lows around elections. That's why today I'm switching ge...
Mom Who Votes
31 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is meant to be comforting and informative. It is important to find calm in the chaos, and this episode is a reminder of what really matte...
Gratitude: Happy, thank you, more please!
25 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I am pretty sure a mom or two needs this...because I cannot shake the feeling this is the podcast episode I need to drop this week! I'm sharing the gr...
Stick to the plan, not your mood!
16 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A quick follow up episode to Mom's health is a full time job...I had so many incredible messages I wanted to share more about what I'm doing. As a rem...
Interview: Donelle Harder, On Risk and Ownership
10 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I'm so excited to share this episode with you today-- our interview with Donelle Harder is an incredible examination of what it means to take risks an...
Mom's health is a full-time job
02 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is very vulnerable for me, dear listener. I am sharing more about my weight journey and the ups and downs of post-baby weight gain and ho...
Interview: Senator Carri Hicks
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As promised, here is our interview with a mom who works as a Democrat State Senator in Oklahoma, Carri Hicks! This is such a good conversation about t...
Regret, Guilt, Anxiety --> Reframe, Grace, Awe
19 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
IDK about you, but I have been on a vicious little circle of feeling regret, guilt and anxiety when I think about the past, present and future. Fortun...
Interview: Congresswoman Stephanie Bice
11 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Moms know how to come together and get shit done. And that's my dear friend and our guest today, Congresswoman Stephanie Bice. She is leading the ...
When plans don't go as planned...
05 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is meant to be encouragement for the moms who work and make all the plans-- and the plans don't always go, well, as planned. Find som...
Interview: Rachael Eraker, Yoga Instructor and Military Wife
22 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Rachael Eraker gives us the gift of vulnerability in this episode about finding yourself in motherhood and the challenges that face our courageous mil...
Odds & Ends #2
14 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's our favorite catch all style episode, and this week are chatting the odds and ends of back to school. This episode will highlight some check ...
Interview: Britta Newton-Tarron, Poet, Business Owner and Mom of Twins
07 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Britta Newton-Tarron is an incredible writer, creative and business owner. In this episode, she shares with us how she crafts her ideal week and insti...
Moms are the Keepers of the Time
31 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Moms are the keepers of the time in their families-- can you relate? If no one tells my family to leave the house, they may never leave-- and that mak...
Interview: Danielle Stoltz, Digital Strategist, Writer and Community Builder
24 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Danielle Stoltz is an incredible leader, business owner, encourager and mom of three. In this episode, she shares the power of two to do lists: done F...
S.U.M.M.E.R. and Friction Points
17 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Moms, I want to bring you an episode where we can explore together how we might be feeling this S.U.M.M.E.R. and help you by sharing a great practice ...
Interview: Michelle Grosser, Master Coach and Host of The Calm Mom Podcast
10 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Michelle Grosser is an absolute delight, full of incredible insights and tools to help you navigate the Mom Who Works life. We talk burnout, measuring...
Odds & Ends #1
26 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
From time to time, we plan to bring you an episode of odds and ends-- covering several topics, giving updates and various, well, odds and ends. Let us...
Interview: Elisabeth Emmerich, founder of @ExperienceMotherhood
21 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss all things motherhood and SUMMER in this new episode with Elisabeth Emmerich. She's insightful, honest and brings such a breath of fres...
A Summer Practice: Just One Thing!
05 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Summer can be a time that feels like we need to really do so much with our kids to make it memorable, and as moms who work, this can come with guilt w...
Interview: Colleen Johnson, Mom Who Works, SAHM Mom, Single Mom, Step-Mom and every mom in between!
30 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This is such a SPECIAL conversation. Colleen Johnson has been a mom who works, a SAHM mom, a single mom, a step mom, and every other iteration along t...
Ritual Renewal: Memorial Day to Labor Day Challenge
22 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's that time of the year! The Mom Who Works Community has an annual tradition of completing a ritual renewal challenge during the 14 weeks betwe...
Interview: Marek Cornett, Businesswoman and mom of TRIPLETS + 1!
15 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Marek Cornett gives us a brutally honest and awe-inspiring look into life with one kid + TRIPLETS. She shares the most practical tips for navigating p...
Mom Who Works Celebrates SIX Years!
08 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
HOW IN THE WORLD HAS IT BEEN SIX YEARS SINCE MOM WHO WORKS LAUNCHED?! Listen in as we share a little reflection on how this project and community came...
Interview: Alisa 'Trang' Green, Nonprofit Leader
02 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We are THRILLED to bring you this episode with Alisa 'Trang' Green. She is a nonprofit founder, leader, mother and all around badass mom who w...
Write it down: Stop making problems so big
24 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
First of all, how many times do I say dadgumit this episode? Please ignore. Second, this episode is for the mom who works and is making things SO bi...
Interview: Mickie Lara, Life Coach
17 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today's conversation will inspire and delight. We talk about what it means to be a good friend and so many nuances in life. Mickie Lara describe...
Just go with it: Making friends is like dating...
10 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There is power and promise in female friendships, a special place to find comfort and peace and support and love. And it is SO HARD to make new friend...
Interview: Mom Who Works Curator Team (on the value of community)
03 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you have someone to call in the middle of the night when shit hits the fan? We do--but only because we built it. Join Kristin Holland, Christa Barb...
It's Q2: Sarah J. Maas inspires quarterly reflection...
01 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's April 1, second quarter and we are inspired by a Sarah J. Maas character exchange in the Throne of Glass series. It's probably not what y...
Interview with Lynette Holt, my Mom
20 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Lynette Holt is my mom-- and she simply had to be my first interview. She's a business owner, a political activist, a worship pastor and now a ret...
What's Next on the Mom Who Works Podcast?!
13 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We are done with the Mom Who Works book, so what's next for the podcast?! Tune in and hear more about the vision, purpose and future of the Mom Wh...
Mom Who Works Book: Acknowledgments and Bonus Chapter!
06 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Moms, we did it! We made it to the end of the book. Reading this chapter was a wee bit wonky because it is very image heavy. I'll share those imag...
Mom Who Works Book: Post Script
28 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This is not a chapter I meant to write, wish I needed to write, but I needed to share the stories of the mom who works during a global pandemic. If ...
Mom Who Works Book: Chapter 13
21 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This chapter is the crux of our work in the Mom Who Works community: What is your "all" and how do you define it? You cannot have your all u...
Mom Who Works Book: Chapter 12
14 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It is an honor and privilege to share the stories moms trust me to share-- and this chapter is extra special. Listen in! As always, please reach out ...
Mom Who Works Book: Chapter 11
07 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I love this chapter so much. In fact, I started tearing up at one point...I don't know if you can hear it, but dang, motherhood, it will get you! ...
Mom Who Works Book: Chapter 10
02 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you heard of Queen Bee Syndrome? Have you experienced it for yourself? We want to hear from you! Please send your experiences to stories@momwhowo...
Mom Who Works Book: Chapter 9
24 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Grab a piece of paper and a pen to work through a decision inventory. This is such a powerful tool to assessing where you can delegate and outsource. ...
Bonus Episode: February is the New January and a word from Jake
18 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
February is the New January! What does that mean? I dive into the subject more in this episode, with a really FUN surprise interview with my son, Jake...
Mom Who Works Book: Chapter 8
18 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This might be my favorite chapter of the book, because we create the space to DREAM. Grab your Mom Who Works, Quits, Fails and Dreams grid and let'...
Mom Who Works Book: Chapter 7
17 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We are back to our Mom Who Works grid. You can download it at the link below or check it on our Instagram page! If you have any questions, please emai...
Mom Who Works Book: Chapter 6
10 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I am so excited to introduce you to the Mom Who Works grid exercise. It is one of the most beloved tools in our community. As referenced in the episod...
Mom Who Works Book: Chapter 5
03 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Phhhheeewww, moms! The 2023 holiday season was severely disrupted with a wicked bout of the flu. I thank you for your patience getting this episode up...
Mom Who Works Book: Chapter 4
13 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chapter 4 is all about women's intuition and the encouragement needed to trust yourself. Listen in!
Mom Who Works Book: Chapter 3
06 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chapter three has arrived! If you have an embarrassing story as a mom who works, we want to hear it! Drop us a line at [email protected]. Also,...
Mini-Episode: Chapter 2
01 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Alert: It's a bonus mini-episode to go along with Chapter 2! This is a guided visualization exercise to go hand in hand with writing and creating ...
Mom Who Works Book: Chapter 2
29 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We continue our read of the Mom Who Works book with Chapter 2. Listen in! As always, if you have questions, don't hesitate to contact us at stori...
Mom Who Works Book: Chapter 1
22 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We are so excited to bring you Chapter 1 of the Mom Who Works book! Together, we will explore what it means to BECOME a mom who works...even before a ...
Mom Who Works Book: Introduction
13 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We are so honored you are here as we launch the Mom Who Works podcast on November 13, 2023! We are beginning the show with a reading of the Mom Who Wo...
Welcome to the show!
11 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the Mom Who Works Podcast! We are so glad you're here. If you have questions along the way, please reach out to [email protected]...