Military Mom Talk Radio

Sandra Beck of Military Mom Talk Radio welcomes brain health expert Dr. Leigh Richardson for an important conversation about what happens when our brains become depleted by chronic stress, information overload, constant demands and the pressure to keep pushing through. Drawing on decades of experience in psychology, neuroscience and brain performance, Dr. Richardson explores how brain health affec...

Raising teenagers can feel like learning a new language while the rules change every week. In this episode of Motherhood Talk Radio, host Sandra Beck welcomes author Shannon Perry for a candid conversation about teens, communication and the challenges parents face as their children move toward adulthood. Sandra and Shannon explore what teens need from the adults in their lives, why connection can...

Sandra Beck and Robin Boyd of Military Mom Talk Radio sit down with Erin Kerry and brain health expert Leigh Richardson to talk about something most people resist but can’t avoid—change. This episode cuts through the usual “just stay positive” advice and gets into what actually works when life shifts under your feet. From managing stress responses to building mental resilience, the conversation fo...

Sandra Beck and Robin Boyd of Military Mom Talk Radio sit down with parenting expert Trish Wilkinson to tackle a common but rarely addressed issue—“mommy memory,” and why so many parents feel mentally scattered, forgetful, or overloaded. This episode goes beyond blaming stress or multitasking and looks at what’s actually happening in the brain. From cognitive overload to lifestyle habits that quie...

Sandra Beck of Military Mom Talk Radio speaks with psychiatrist and addiction specialist Donald A. Moses about the realities of raising teenagers today—what to watch for, what to take seriously, and where parents often miss the signs. With more than 45 years of clinical experience, Dr. Moses brings a grounded, direct perspective shaped by decades of working with adolescent substance abuse and ment...

Sandra Beck of Military Mom Talk Radio sits down with author DeeDee Lake to talk about writing and publishing stories rooted in military life—from romance and memoir to action and adventure. This episode looks at what it actually takes to get a book out of your head and into readers’ hands. DeeDee shares practical insight into self-publishing, including how to shape your story, avoid common first-...

Sandra Beck of Military Mom Talk Radio speaks with communication expert and author Cathy Krafve about how to have conversations that don’t just fill space—but actually create understanding, connection, and action. Drawing from her book The Well, Cathy shares a more thoughtful approach to communication—one that replaces defensiveness, over-talking, and surface-level exchanges with calm, intentional...

Sandra Beck of Military Mom Talk Radio sits down with resilience and performance expert Stephen Sideroff to talk about longevity—not just adding years to your life, but actually improving the quality of those years. With over four decades of experience, Dr. Sideroff brings a research-backed perspective shaped by his work at UCLA School of Medicine and his leadership at the Raoul Wallenberg Institu...

Sandra Beck of Military Mom Talk Radio speaks with bestselling authors and aging-life experts Amanda Lambert and Leslie Eckford about what it really means to stay mentally sharp as you get older—and why your living environment plays a bigger role than most people realize. Drawing from their book Choose Your Place: Rethinking Home As You Age, they challenge the default assumptions about aging and i...

Sandra Beck and Robin Boyd of Military Mom Talk Radio sit down with bestselling author Paula Munier to tackle one of the most frustrating creative roadblocks—writer’s block. This isn’t about waiting for inspiration to magically show up. It’s about understanding why you’re stuck in the first place. Paula breaks down the real causes of writer’s block—fear, perfectionism, lack of structure—and offers...

Sandra Beck and Robin Boyd of Military Mom Talk Radio speak with Sarah Schieber about navigating one of life’s hardest realities—grief, especially when children are involved. After losing her police officer husband at just 33, Sarah was left raising three young children while facing overwhelming uncertainty. What followed was not a neat or easy process, but a deeply human journey through fear, fai...

Sandra Beck and Robin Boyd of Military Mom Talk Radio sit down with Dr. Andrew Wittman to talk about weight loss—the real reasons it’s so difficult, and what actually works when willpower alone isn’t enough. Dr. Wittman, founder of the Mental Toughness Training Center, brings a no-nonsense perspective shaped by his experience as a Marine Corps infantry combat veteran and former federal agent. As a...

Sandra Beck and Robin Boyd of Military Mom Talk Radio sit down with author, dream expert, and instructor J.M. DeBord to break down what your dreams are really saying—without the fluff, guesswork, or mysticism overload. Known for his practical “anyone can do it” approach, DeBord has helped thousands learn how to interpret their dreams with clarity and confidence. He’s been featured on major media o...

Living alone changes you. It sharpens self-reliance, quiets outside noise, and teaches you how to meet your own needs. And then—sometimes by choice, sometimes by circumstance—you find yourself beginning again, re-entering shared spaces, relationships, or a more outward-facing life. On this episode of Motherhood Talk Radio, Sandra Beck explores what it means to begin again after a period of living...

When you spend years focused on raising a family, it’s easy to lose touch with the quieter parts of yourself—your preferences, rhythms, curiosity, and needs. The role works. The structure holds. And then one day, the intensity eases, and you’re left wondering who you are without constant responsibility guiding every decision. On this episode of Motherhood Talk Radio, Sandra Beck explores how to re...

Family events and holidays can feel heavier when you’re showing up solo. The questions. The assumptions. The empty chair no one knows how to talk about. Even well-meaning gatherings can stir grief, fatigue, or a quiet sense of not quite belonging. On this episode of Military Mom Talk Radio, host Sandra Beck speaks honestly about navigating family events and holidays on your own—without shrinking,...

At some point, the roles that once defined you begin to shift—or fall away entirely. Active-duty spouse becomes veteran spouse. Full-time parent becomes guide-on-the-side. Caregiver, coordinator, fixer, leader—suddenly the job description changes, whether you asked for it or not. On this episode of Military Mom Talk Radio, host Sandra Beck explores what it means to navigate changing roles later in...

For many women—especially military moms—saying no feels wrong. You’re trained to be capable, dependable, and accommodating. You step up, fill gaps, and carry more than your share because that’s what keeps everything running. Until it doesn’t. On this episode of Military Mom Talk Radio, host Sandra Beck breaks down why learning to say no is one of the most important life skills you can develop—and...

In military families, saying yes often feels automatic. Yes to helping. Yes to covering down. Yes to one more obligation, one more favor, one more demand—because that’s what strong, capable people do. Until one day, you’re exhausted, resentful, and running on empty. On this episode of Military Mom Talk Radio, host Sandra Beck tackles the hard truth about learning to say no and why protecting your...

Military life is built on change—new orders, long separations, sudden returns, and constant uncertainty. For military moms, starting over isn’t a dramatic event; it’s a repeated reality. Yet even in the middle of exhaustion, grief, or burnout, there comes a quiet moment when you realize: I don’t have to wait. I can begin again today. On this episode of Military Mom Talk Radio, host Sandra Beck spe...

Sandra Beck and Robin Boyd of Military Mom Talk Radio speak with Blue Star Family Mental Health Expert, Dr. Jessica Strong. Check out Best Fiends on the Apple App Store or Google Play - you will love the brain break. Also on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, I Heart Radio and GooglePlay.

Sandra Beck and Robin Boyd of Military Mom Talk Radio sit down with Tamra Blankenship for a practical and empowering conversation on how to get organized — starting right where you work: your home office. Whether you’re balancing family life, remote work, or creative projects, Tamra’s proven strategies help you turn chaos into calm and make your space work for you, not against you. Tamra shares si...

Sandra Beck and Robin Boyd of Military Mom Talk Radio welcome Erin Kerry, certified integrative nutrition health coach and founder of Sparking Wholeness, for a powerful conversation about how what you eat impacts how you feel — mentally, physically, and emotionally. Erin, a self-proclaimed “nutrition nerd,” brings both science and soul to the topic of wellness. After 11 years as a middle school En...

SSandra Beck and Robin Boyd of Military Mom Talk Radio sit down with Trish Wilkinson, parenting expert and author, to explore practical ways parents and children can boost their memory and strengthen cognitive skills. Trish brings both warmth and science-based strategies to the conversation, offering tips that busy families can actually use in daily life. From small adjustments in routines and nut...

Sandra Beck of Military Mom Talk Radio welcomes Mari K. Eder, retired U.S. Army Major General, celebrated speaker, acclaimed author, and internationally recognized thought leader on strategic communication and leadership. General Eder’s distinguished career spans decades of service at the highest levels of the U.S. Army and the Department of Defense. She has served as Director of Public Affairs at...