Mom Boss Chronicles

In this inspiring episode of Mom Boss Chronicles, we sit down with Robin Swan, founder of Swan Apothecary, to explore her remarkable entrepreneurial journey spanning more than 30 years in holistic health, herbal medicine, and the cannabinoid industry. Drawing from her Indigenous heritage and generations of traditional plant wisdom, Robin shares how she became a respected plant alchemist, creating...

In this episode of Mom Boss Chronicles, we sit down with Kaylin Shondell, better known to her Instagram community as Dirty Diapers & Martinis. A mom of three girls, Kaylin opens up about a major turning point in her life when she was unexpectedly let go from her corporate job after 18 years—shortly after returning from maternity leave. What could have been a devastating setback became the catalyst...

In this episode of Mom Boss Chronicles, Jenn and Sue get real about what it truly takes to be a “mom boss.” Behind the highlight reels and hustle culture are long days, sleepless nights, sacrifices, self-doubt, and the constant balancing act of motherhood, business, and everyday life. The two reflect on the many incredible women they’ve interviewed over the years and how every single mom boss has...

In this episode of Mom Boss Chronicles, we sit down with Tara Pimco—founder of Hot Mess Salon—who proves you don’t need perfect to build something powerful. Joined by her dog Cheetah (yes, really 🐾), Tara shares the real story behind starting her salon, the risks she took, and how she figured it out along the way. A mom of two daughters with a big age gap, Tara opens up about navigating motherhoo...

In this special 100th episode of Mom Boss Chronicles, we’re turning the mic on ourselves. After 100 conversations with incredible women, it’s time to reintroduce who we are—beyond the titles of mom, entrepreneur, and host. We’re asking each other the real questions: how we built our businesses, what motherhood really looks like behind the scenes, the challenges no one talks about, and what keeps u...

In this episode of Mom Boss Chronicles, we’re diving into the red-hot real estate market in Monmouth County and Ocean County, New Jersey—and what it means for buyers and sellers right now. With low inventory, rising demand, and competitive multiple-offer situations, the Jersey Shore market continues to move fast, leaving many wondering: Is now the right time to buy or sell? We break down what’s re...

We sit down with entrepreneur and mom Alex Rascoll, a founding member of The Bunny Hive Fort Monmouth, to talk about what it really takes to build a business while raising a growing family. Alex shares how she discovered The Bunny Hive franchise and why she believed so strongly in its mission that she leveraged her personal equity to fund the startup. We dive into the realities of entrepreneurship...

In this deeply moving episode, we sit down with Kristine Carlson, co-author of the iconic Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff series, to explore the timeless philosophy that has helped millions live calmer, more intentional lives. Alongside the legacy of her late husband and original co-author Richard Carlson, Kristine shares how the simple principles from the bestselling books still resonate in today’s f...

In this powerful and insightful episode, we sit down with Kelly Dyckman and Andrea Cernero who co-founded Haven for Healing, a psychotherapy practice in Shrewsbury, New Jersey, sharing the journey of how collaboration, clarity of roles, and a shared mission turned their dream into reality. They open up about what it truly takes to build a mental health practice from the ground up, how they identif...

In this imaginative and inspiring episode, we sit down with emerging author Kristie Ferrugiaro, creator of the fantasy adventure series The Saga of the Selenixies, a captivating new world written to empower young readers through storytelling. Kristie introduces us to the Selenixies — mystical beings once united by an ancient crystal fortress until its destruction sent them scattering across differ...

In this heartfelt and inspiring episode, we sit down with Darcy Santora, the creator of Darcy’s List, a rapidly growing Instagram community that helps families discover fun, safe, and kid-friendly places in New Jersey and beyond. Darcy shares the deeply personal origin of Darcy’s List — a moment that began in the NICU with her third baby, when a nurse encouraged her to write down all the fun thing...

In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Julia Au, co-founder and CEO of the nation’s first peel-and-stick temporary wallpaper brand and a true trailblazer in modern home décor. Julia shares the remarkable story of how she and her twin sister launched their business in 2008—long before peel-and-stick wallpaper became a trend—and how they grew it from a tiny self-funded startup into a national b...

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Grief Coach Rachel McGonigle, a mother who turned unthinkable loss into a mission to support others walking through grief. Rachel shares her deeply personal journey navigating life after the loss of her twin girls—while still showing up as a mom to her son. She opens up about what it felt like in the early days, when the message was simply to “deal with i...

In this inspiring episode of Mom Boss Chronicles, we sit down with Grace Crossman, owner and head chef of Cardinal Provisions in Asbury Park and the newly opened Mabel at Bell Works. Grace shares her story of how passion, creativity, and community fueled her journey from a small local kitchen to leading two beloved culinary destinations. She opens up about her deep love for cooking, her connection...

In this inspiring episode of Mom Boss Chronicles, we sit down with a remarkable guest whose life took an unexpected turn from the fast-paced world of law to a more balanced, purpose-driven life. Once on track to become a Special Assistant U.S. Attorney, she was fiercely career-focused—until meeting the man who would become her husband changed everything. She opens up about how marriage and motherh...

In this episode of Mom Boss Chronicles, we sit down with Dr. Danielle Biggs, MD and Dr. Corinne Espinosa, DO — two powerhouse physicians who balance their demanding careers in the ER with running their own thriving private practice, NuGen Medical. Passionate about transforming patient care beyond the hospital walls, they share how their journey led them to open a practice focused on hormone therap...

In this episode of Mom Boss Chronicles, we sit down with Megan Khichi, a beloved local photographer who shares her inspiring journey into photography. From her early love of Jane Magazine—where she landed an internship—to being the friend who always had her digital camera in hand, her path was filled with creativity, passion, and plenty of twists along the way. After friends and family began ravin...

In this lighthearted and laughter-filled episode of Mom Boss Chronicles, we hand over the mics to our favorite guests yet—our sons, Hunter (Jenn’s son) and Michael (Sue’s son)! Get ready for a mix of silly YouTube slang, summer plans, favorite animals, goofy jokes, and a whole lot of chaos and love. From their playful banter to their big kid energy, this episode is a peek into our lives as moms be...

In this episode, we sit down with Chef Lauren Covas, celebrated Food Network competition winner and cookbook author of Little Portugal, to explore her inspiring culinary journey. Lauren shares how her Portuguese-American heritage has influenced her cooking and her passion for keeping traditional recipes alive. As the owner of a successful local catering company and host of hands-on cooking classes...

We sit down with Nicole Greco Peepas, a powerhouse mom of two and wellness entrepreneur, to hear her incredible journey from the world of high fashion in Manhattan to the forefront of health, fitness, and community impact in New Jersey. Nicole shares how she pivoted from working at iconic fashion brands to becoming a top-tier fitness trainer at exclusive North Jersey gyms — including training Real...

In this episode of Mom Boss Chronicles, we sit down with Tracey Hall, founder and publisher of Jersey Shore Scene — a digital publication dedicated to spotlighting the positive people, places, and stories that make the Jersey Shore so special. Tracey shares her powerful journey from high-pressure corporate publishing sales to creating a platform that fuels community and connection. After falling i...

In this episode of Mom Boss Chronicles, we sit down with Lauren Riley, the inspiring founder of a board-certified, independent Nurse Practitioner-led dermatology practice that’s redefining skin care from the inside out. Specializing in integrative skin health, she shares how her practice expertly combines traditional medical dermatology with thoughtful, aesthetic treatments to help patients achiev...

We sit down and chat with Dr. Emily Splichal—podiatrist, human movement expert, and founder of Naboso Technology—about her groundbreaking journey blending medical science with sensory innovation. Dr. Splichal opens up about how she turned her expertise in podiatric medicine and passion for human performance into a global wellness brand changing the way we connect to the ground beneath us. But Emil...

In this episode of Mom Boss Chronicles, we sit down with a heavy hitter mom of three, Davina Cremen, who’s flipping the script—literally and financially—through real estate investing with her husband. She shares how they got started in house flipping, what it really takes to ride the highs and lows of the business, and how they juggle it all with raising a family. We dive into their most ambitious...

In this inspiring episode of Mom Boss Chronicles, we sit down with a powerhouse intellectual property attorney, Francesca Witzburg who made the bold leap from Big Law to founding her own boutique IP firm. She shares how she landed big-name clients, introduced progressive workflows for a lean, efficient team, and redefined what success in law can look like—without sacrificing family. As a mom of tw...