Single Momcast

Some seasons of life seem more difficult than one human should have to bear. For Brandi Wilson that season was 2016, the year her husband – a megachurch pastor – walked away from the church and their family. As her 20-year marriage dissolved, Brandi also lost her church community, her dreams for the future, and a huge part of her identity. She and her three boys began a new journey marked by deep...

Suicide is more than a painful topic. It’s a reality in our children’s lives. Jordan Miller and Marcus Black from Generation Why discuss what they’ve learned about teenagers and suicide while serving inside schools. You’ll want to save this podcast for your future reference and send it to anyone you know who is raising children—single mom or not.   Generation Why aims to Inspire every generation b...

Lean in and listen as Jordan Miller and Marcus Black from Generation Why talk candidly about bullying. This podcast is for every single mom raising children. Whether your child has been a victim of bullying, was the bully, or has experienced it secondhand, you’ll walk away with practical tools to navigate parenting in a world with bullies.    Generation Why aims to Inspire every generation by reve...

Cindy Stewart, a mom crazy about her only son Gabe, received a phone call in 2016 that would forever change her life along with her husband’s life. Gabe was found dead in his downtown Oklahoma City condo. For anyone who has experienced the trauma of losing a child and wonders how am I going to make it, Cindy offers hope in how to embrace loss in a new way. Cindy teaches on the authority of the bel...

How to Take Care of You // Shannon Hurt Shannon Hurt with REAL Single Moms has a straightforward conversation about self-care. Shannon understands that single moms often lack the margin to care for themselves. How do you find time to take care of yourself while caring for others? Shannon gives us some simple steps to take care of ourselves the right way.

Hanna Nassar, LPC - How to Really Connect with Your Child Licensed Therapist and Children’s Pastor, Hanna Nassar, shares how just 10 minutes a day can make a huge impact on your child’s life. Mel Hiett & Kelly Wehunt sit down to discuss practical ways to connect with your child no matter their age. Single mom, give yourself and your child the gift of connection.

Cindy Lee, a Licenced Therapist, brings great knowledge about the subject of narcissism. Cindy talks to us about walking through life with a narcissist as well as tools to move past the scars it may have caused. Pam Kanaly & Mel Hiett take copious notes as they learn more about this complicated subject of narcissism.

A Story of Depression, Suicide, and Hope Listen in as we hear a story full of pain, heartbreak, and hope. Stephanie Zamorano-Choate,  Program Manager for HopeHouse, talks candidly about her struggles with depression and suicidal ideation. Stephanie brings practical wisdom and tools to the table. She explains how she turned her battle into hope. This is a must-listen for all single moms.

Coach Tony Brady - How to Be a Great Sports Mom In this episode, we sat down with a veteran baseball coach. Coach Tony Brady brings years of wisdom to the table as he coaches us moms on how to support our athletes. Tony navigates some hard truths for both moms and their athletes that will bring you so much hope in the end. Single mom, listen in and gain some great tools to live life with your chil...

Turn up your volume as Pam Kanaly and Mel Hiett ask Divorce Coach Stephanie Marie Laswell hard questions. All the advice, stories, and encouragement add up to one thing - don't do this alone. Single mom, you might be in the middle of a storm but you are not alone, Arise is here for you.   To learn more reach out to Stephanie: 405-335-4765 @thedivorcedlife www.thedivorcedlife.com stephaniemarie@the...

Single mom this one is a must. Pam and Mel discuss three things they wish someone would have told them on their single mom journey. 

Christy Johnson unpacks the steps needed to create boundaries while explaining their value. Listen as Pam & Mel discover new ways to protect ourselves from manipulation and other toxic pitfalls. Single mom, this episode is important.   Christy Johnson is a Certified Advanced Christian Life Coach, relationship expert, and the author of Love Junkies: 7 Steps for Breaking the Toxic Relationship Cycle...

Cecilia Stoll walks us through her life which encompasses mountains and valleys. Along the way, she discovered truths about herself and God that will change how you view your past, present, and future. Single mom, lean in and listen up.  Cecilia's story proves that it is never too late to forge ahead and empower other women to reach their highest potential.  Cecilia Stoll is an immigrant from Braz...

This Episode first aired in May of 2021. Our staff loved it and we believe you will as well.  Brandy Lobato a Behavioral Health Consultant sets down with Pam Kanaly and Mel Hiett to talk about trauma. Listen as they explore the truth about trauma and its lasting impact on you and your children. This episode is a necessary tool for every single mom out there. 

It takes more than prayers to raise godly children. Amber Given, a counselor, explores this idea with practical advice that will equip you as a single mom. You won't want to miss this insightful conversation no matter what stage of life your children are in.

Listen in as Ashley Peters tells her powerful story. She takes us on a journey of being raised in and out of shelters by a single mom, surviving cancer, and finding hope in the middle of it all. 

Pam Kanaly & Mel Hiett sat with counselor Amber Given to discuss big emotions. This episode will give you tools to navigate big and little moments with your child and their big emotions. Listen in as Amber gives you great insight into how to parent better as a single mom. 

Are you guilty of mom guilt? How do you handle negative feelings about yourself as a mother? Pam Kanaly & Mel Hiett work through the reality of mom guilt by having a vulnerable conversation with single moms in mind.

Gina Sadberry talks with Pam Kanaly & Mel Hiett about the highs and lows of raising a child with special needs. From managing expectations to practical resources, this conversation is sure to encourage any single mom raising a child with special needs.

Real Talk About Forgiveness // Pam Kanaly & Mel Hiett Forgiveness is complicated yet obtainable. Pam Kanaly & Mel Hiett have a candid conversation about their personal journeys with forgiveness. Navigating forgiveness as a single mom can feel overwhelming and lonely, but you are not alone. Arise Single Moms is here!

Forgiving Forward // Bruce and Toni Hebel No matter what has hurt you, there is a simple, yet powerful answer to your healing: forgiveness. Pam Kanaly & Mel Hiett sat down with Bruce and Toni Hebel to discuss the power of forgiveness. Bruce and Toni are co-authors of Forgiving Forward: Unleashing the Forgiveness Revolution which is currently translated into five languages. Together they lead Forgi...

Navigating Puberty With Your Daughter // Cyndi Schatzman Raising a daughter as a single mom comes with its challenges. Then puberty comes along and adds another dynamic to the situation. Cyndi Schatzman gives a personal and professional perspective on navigating this season of when your child’s body begins to develop and change as they transition into adulthood. More about our guest: Cyndi Schatzm...

What Do I Do When The Church Hurts Me? // Bruce & Toni Hebel Bruce & Toni Hebel, founders of Forgiving Forward, have a candid conversation with us about church hurt. What do we do when the very place created for us, hurts us? Join Pam Kanaly and Mel Hiett as they journey through the pain and healing that often circles around the sacred place called the church. Single mom, this podcast is full of g...

This One Is For Foster & Adoptive Moms // Loryn Wheeler  Listen in as Pam Kanaly & Mel Hiett discuss fostering and adoption with Arise Single Moms staff member Loryn Wheeler. Loryn gives practical advice and solid encouragement as she shares her own personal journey of being a foster mom and now a mom of two adopted children! 

Do you sometimes believe your prayers are ineffective or go no higher than the ceiling? Or do you feel all alone in your prayer efforts and wish you had a group of other moms who met regularly to pray? Join Pam Kanaly as she gleans from Sally Burke, President of Moms in Prayer International, and Kendra Rock, Southwest Coordinator of Moms in Prayer. You’ll be invigorated as you hear how God’s might...