A Mommy And A Mic

AI is here, y'all! And what are we going to do about it? I will be the first to admit, my mind flashes to the "Terminator" and "I-Robot" since I grew up on those movies. And yes, I was born before the internet. So, some of this stuff seems so futuristic! How are we actually here in 2025? In this episode, my guest, Megan Bartholow, Mechanical Engineer, gets to work with rob...

In this episode I get the pleasure to sit down with Conny Wade of Wade Wellness. Fun Fact: We recorded over Zoom and she was on a cruise ship as we did it! As long as you have good Wi-Fi, anything is possible! In this conversation, Conny explains how to figure out why you may be feeling tired, sluggish or just "off," even though your doctor says all your bloodwork is within normal range....

And we are back to our "Amazing Women Series" here at a Mommy and a Mic! It is my pleasure to interview Gwen Forlizzi, a local non-profit owner and longtime friend. We first connected in the Mommy Group I joined when I first moved to Pennsylvania and kept crossing paths ever since!  In this episode, we talk about how she supports women in the surrounding cities. Specifically, those who m...

We interrupt this program of "Amazing Women Series" for an important message from a man: Court Creeden. But don't worry ladies, he is on our side! This is a pressing issue in our society right now and this message could not wait! If you are raising a boy, who will become a man, a husband, and one day a father, you need to hear this male perspective. Court Creeden sheds a new light o...

Charlie Kirk: I did not know him personally. I knew of him and his work. I thought he was doing a lot of good with his courage to speak. He had confidence in what he was saying. And he possessed this uncanny ability to discuss any topic with openness and respect. His words are continuing to change the world, even after his death.  This is not a political podcast by any means. Anyone can listen. I...

First, I give my sincere apologies to the women in this series. We recorded months ago, but I did not post due to illness after illness that prevented me from sitting at my computer and editing. (I will discuss these in the next season, as it was quite a journey for me.) But thankfully, I am on the other side of it now and so happy to release these episodes. I sincerely thank you for being so grac...

First, I give my sincere apologies to the women in this series. We recorded months ago, but I did not post due to illness after illness that prevented me from sitting at my computer and editing. (I will discuss these in the next season, as it was quite a journey for me.) But thankfully, I am on the other side of it now and so happy to release these episodes. I sincerely thank you for being so grac...

First, I give my sincere apologies to the women in this series. We recorded months ago, but I did not post due to illness after illness that prevented me from sitting at my computer and editing. (I will discuss these in the next season, as it was quite a journey for me.) But thankfully, I am on the other side of it now and so happy to release these episodes. I sincerely thank you for being so grac...

First, I give my sincere apologies to the women in this series. We recorded months ago, but I did not post due to illness after illness that prevented me from sitting at my computer and editing. (I will discuss these in the next season, as it was quite a journey for me.) But thankfully, I am on the other side of it now and so happy to release these episodes. I sincerely thank you for being so grac...

Thank you so much for your patience with me getting this last episode out. It has been a rough few months with many, many health struggles of my own. I was unable to sit at my computer and not able to edit either. (More info on this in future episodes.)  But finally, here is the wrap up of my husband's 75-Hard Challenge. I am so proud of him! Listen in as we discuss his ups and downs of this...

We are on the homestretch! Peter has reached his 70th day and we talk about it! There are so many topics we cover in this episode as his challenge comes to a close. Here are just a few: Magnesium Difference between men & women Are eggs good for you? Is red meat good for you? Lectins and oxalates in plants Mindless eating Preparing healthy foods for your family The yummiest short ribs he ever m...

I can't believe this is our 6th episode together! Learn how we talk about our family choices toward health. Like becoming more "farmy" if that is a word. We talk about eggs and all the ways we get the highest quality food for our family, outside of the grocery store! I am proud to announce my husband, Peter, had cured his own eczema through his diet, finally! After many years of str...

In this episode, find out what it is like to be a wife supporting her husband as he takes this difficult challenge. We talk about everything! How it was eating cow tail, or some people call ox tail. Rapid weight loss vs. how to see MORE results by doing LESS. Building muscle while losing fat. (Don't we all want that anyway?) BMR (basal metabolic rate) and how to find yours. Heart rates and ho...

Sometimes when you go on a new adventure like 75-Hard Challenge or the Carnivore Diet, going on a Date Night can be challenging. Come along with us to see how my husband navigates this windy road. Will he stay on his plan, or will it go off the rails? We also talk about him getting headaches and what to do about it. Tracking calories, eating butter raw, and other random things discovered while doi...

As I was editing this episode, I was literally getting sick to my stomach with some of the topics of this conversation. I’m not saying that doing the carnivore diet is gross, but it does come with some new bodily functions you may not be ready for. Hence, the warning in my title slide: THIS EPISODE IS NOT FOR THE WEAK. Please listen at your own risk. Full disclosure, some of the topics we cover ar...

If you have ever thought about doing the Carnivore Diet that is sweeping the media, take a listen. I interview my husband on this healthy podcast where we follow him along this 75-Day journey. I have always considered him a caveman anyway, so eating meat has never been a problem for him. Find out the nitty gritty of what to eat and when to eat it. Also, learn WHY he is doing this as a personal cho...

Listen in as I interview my husband for the first time. This is his debut on my podcast "A Mommy and a Mic." He decided to take on the 75-Hard Challenge that has been making its way around the internet. What is it and why would someone choose to do this? Will he finish? Will he fumble? Find out in this season of "A Mommy and a Mic!" Learn more about 75-Hard Challenge https://an...

And we are back, with the third and final episode of my Food School Series: FAT! I believe this is the one Macronutrient that is most misunderstood. Is it bad for you? Does eating fat make you fat? I will answer these questions and more as we jump off the diving board together into the deep end! Let's learn something new. My paperback book FROM MY LIFE TO MOM LIFE on Amazon:  https://amzn.to/...

If you are trying to get healthy, but don't know where to start, you are in the right place! In this episode, my main goal is to break down all the myths surrounding carbs, and there are so many. If you get confused with "Low Carb", "No Carb", "keto", or other diet fads you have heard of, it all ends here. Take a listen and get back to basics with me! Buy my pape...

And I am back! Yes, I took a very long break, and you will hear why in this episode. But it is good to be back! Today I want to talk about protein, what is it, how do we get it, and why do we need it! Tune in to learn the ins and outs of healthy eating step by step. This season is dedicated to breaking down nutrition information into "bite size pieces" (HA HA!) so the general population...

Welcome to my first official FOOD SCHOOL episode! Thank you for taking this adventure with me.  It is deep within my bones to share the basics of food knowledge with the world. I want to create a healthier generation. By teaching the parents, they will be better equipped to feed their children, and feed them well! Healthy eating is not taught in schools. Nor is it taught by our parents.  I had to...

In this episode I go deep. I share with you a medical journey I took that actually happened about a year ago. But it took me this long to muster up the courage to share it. This journey was a rocky and tumultuous path. But I am happy to say I am on the other side of it, and I am still here and thriving! I learned so much by watching my own Mother's cancer battle, which ultimately led to her d...

In this episode I will discuss the conundrum us women face in this beauty obsessed world: should we stay natural or use Botox? This is a valid question this day in age, as Botox is not just for Hollywood stars anymore and can be easily accessible by the "common folk." Are there healthy alternatives or is Botox the way to go? You will hear what path I have chosen to do for myself, and why...

Have you ever thought about your home as its very own eco-system? How is the air you breathe? Can cleaning your home be making it more toxic? In this episode, I explore ways to turn things natural for the health of you and your family. Especially if you have pets that are always eating off the floor. Or newborn babies or toddlers who are crawling on the floor and putting things in their mouths. It...

I love to do laundry and with these 5 Easy Mom Hacks, you will love it too! If you want to live a healthier lifestyle with fewer chemicals, I will share with you how to break free from traditional cleaning products like bleach and artificial fragrances. Not only do I help you simplify the laundry process, but these tips eliminate some of the super frustrations associated with "doing laundry.&...