Mom To MORE® | Midlife Reinvention for Moms

In this episode of Mom to MORE®, Sharon sits down with endocrine surgeon and thyroid cancer specialist Dr. Rashmi Roy to discuss a health issue that affects women at significantly higher rates than men - yet rarely gets the screening it deserves.  As one of the highest-volume thyroid surgeons in the United States, Dr. Roy is leading ground-breaking research on thyroid cancer screening and advocati...

In this episode of Mom to MORE®, Sharon sits down with Meghan Caponiti and Kristin Price Hocker, co-hosts of the new podcast Finding Fabulous. Both women were navigating major midlife shifts, from empty nests and aging parents to unexpected health crises, and found themselves searching for what comes next. Their stories are honest, funny, and deeply relatable. Together they talk about the messy mi...

In this episode of Mom to MORE®, Sharon welcomes author, speaker, and entrepreneur Anne Taylor Hartzell. Creator of the Choose Adventure Mindset and author of All Who Wonder: A Guide to Finding Your Path in Seasons of Change, Anne shares how motherhood, empty nest life, and a quiet dorm room drop-off inspired her next chapter. Anne opens up about leaving agency life to create flexibility for her f...

In this episode of Mom to MORE®, Sharon Macey welcomes CPA, CEO, and former stay-at-home mom Susan DeMarco. With an MBA, a background at major firms like Merck and PricewaterhouseCoopers, and now serving as CEO of Brand K Partners, Susan's journey is a powerful example of what's possible after a career pause. In this conversation, Susan shares how stepping away to raise her four sons didn't dimini...

In this episode of Mom to MORE®, Sharon Macey welcomes founder and CEO Shana Moore, the visionary behind WeSkreech, a startup focused on personal safety through innovative sonic technology. After 25 years as a stay-at-home mom raising four children, Shana reached a point where she began asking what was next, leading her into an unexpected chapter as an entrepreneur. In this conversation, Shana sha...

In this episode of Mom to MORE®, Sharon Macey welcomes media strategist, founder, and editorial leader Samantha Yanks. With over 25 years in media including Vogue, Gotham and Hamptons magazines, she now leads Samantha Yanks Creative, co-founded The Connecticut Edit, and is editor-in-chief of Westport, Weston & Wilton Magazine. In this conversation, Samantha shares how she's navigated motherhood an...

In this episode of Mom to MORE®, Sharon Macey welcomes media personality, podcast host, and storyteller Dorothy Cascerceri Simone, the voice behind That Greenwich Life. Dorothy has worn many professional hats including celebrity journalist, television host, producer, live event emcee, luxury travel writer, and now podcast host and auctioneer. In this honest conversation, Dorothy shares how motherh...

In this episode of Mom to MORE®, Sharon Macey welcomes visionary entrepreneur Rhea Lana Riner, founder and CEO of Rhea Lana's Children's Consignment Events. What began as a small clothing swap in her living room, born out of financial need, grew into a national franchise with more than 120 locations, rooted in motherhood, generosity, and community. But the journey wasn't simple. Rhea Lana shares h...

In this episode of Mom to MORE®, Sharon Macey welcomes fashion powerhouse Liz Lange, the woman who redefined maternity wear. What began with eight simple pieces and a $25,000 loan, grew into the largest maternity apparel brand in the United States, complete with celebrity clients and major partnerships with Target and Nike. Behind the success were defining personal chapters. Liz shares what it was...

In this episode of Mom to MORE®, Sharon Macey welcomes Gemma Alster, a British content creator who never planned to become an influencer but has built a thriving career through humor and motherhood. What began as lighthearted videos of her toddler during lockdown, which unexpectedly went viral, turned into the hysterical Stay-at-Home-Baby series and opened the door to an exciting and creative new...

In this episode of Mom to MORE®, Sharon Macey welcomes Caroline Aaron, an award-winning actress whose career spans Broadway, television, and over 100 films. Best known to millions as the unforgettable Shirley Maisel on The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Caroline shares what it really looked like to build a creative life while raising a family and making intentional choices along the way. Caroline reflects...

In this episode of Mom to MORE®, Sharon Macey welcomes Drew Ann Long, a mom whose love for her daughter sparked a world-changing idea. What began as a stay-at-home mom's frustration inside a grocery store became a patented innovation now found in major retailers across the country, proving that motherhood can be a powerful engine for impact and reinvention. Drew Ann shares her journey into the spe...

Kick off the new year with a dose of inspiration and intention. In this special Mom to MORE® mini episode, Sharon Macey explores why resolutions fade—and how setting meaningful intentions can guide you through 2026 with purpose, courage, and clarity. She invites you to tune into that quiet nudge calling you toward your next chapter, reminding you that courage isn't about being fearless—it's about...

In this episode of Mom to MORE®, host Sharon Macey talks with Gabi Garland, founder of Resilient Voice Media and host of the Resilient Heart Podcast. A domestic violence survivor turned advocate, Gabi shares how she transformed her story into a mission of healing, empowerment, and resilience. From single motherhood to entrepreneurship, Gabi's journey shows how resilience can reshape both family an...

In this episode of Mom to MORE™, host Sharon Macey is joined by guest Joan Hornig, Founder and CEO of Joan Hornig Jewelry - Philanthropy is Beautiful® and Pavé The Way® Joan began her career as a professional fundraiser for Harvard University and Columbia Business School before spending 19 years on Wall Street. Since 2003, Joan has combined her love of jewelry and design, business skills and exper...

In this episode of Mom to MORE®, host Sharon Macey talks with Lori Sugarman-Li, author, coach, and advocate for the value of unpaid care work. Lori shares how one shocking rejection led her to champion a global conversation about the invisible work that keeps families and homes running. From corporate marketing to full-time caregiving, Lori's journey shows how motherhood can be a place of growth,...

In this episode of Mom to MORE®, host Sharon Macey welcomes Avril McClement, a mom, grandmother, and two-time HYROX World Champion who's proving that reinvention doesn't have an age limit. From motherhood to marathons and from the UK's National Health Service to the global fitness stage, Avril's journey is a masterclass in resilience and redefining what's possible after motherhood. Avril shares ho...

In this episode of Mom to MORE®, host Sharon Macey explores what it takes to reinvent your career after motherhood with entrepreneur Beth Stewart. After a high-powered Wall Street career at Goldman Sachs, Beth faced an unexpected "no" that changed everything, leading her to step back, raise five kids, and later found Trewstar Corporate Board Services, a firm helping women secure corporate board se...

In this episode of Mom to MORE®, host Sharon Macey welcomes Leah Steinkirch, counselor, creative, and COO of Prowess Project. Leah's path has taken her from counseling and corporate work to stay-at-home motherhood, side hustles, and now helping moms re-enter the workforce with flexible, meaningful careers. She shares how motherhood reshaped her trajectory, why she calls her career a "patchwork qui...

In this episode, Sharon Macey welcomes Kate Kennedy — writer, minister, nonprofit founder, and mom of four. Kate's path has taken her from TV producer to ministry, to founding the Boyce Ansley School in Atlanta for children experiencing homelessness. Her debut memoir, Once Upon a School: A Story of Dreaming Big, Falling Hard, and Bouncing Back shares the grit and heart behind that extraordinary jo...

We're hitting rewind with this archive replay, featuring Alison Bruhn's inspiring reinvention and her journey to creating a bold new chapter in life. In this episode of Mom to MORE™, host Sharon Macey is joined by guest Alison Bruhn, the mom of the mother-daughter duo who founded The Style That Binds Us -  the original next-generation women's media company and community. Alison is a national style...

In this episode of Mom to MORE®, host Sharon Macey welcomes Kanika Chadda Gupta — former CNN anchor, award-winning podcast host, and mom of three (including twins). Known as the "Media Mom of Multiples," Kanika blends motherhood and media on her own terms as the creator of That's Total Mom Sense, a top-rated parenting podcast featuring guests like Chelsea Clinton, Kelly Rowland, America Ferrera, a...

In this episode of Mom to MORE®, host Sharon Macey welcomes Terry Grahl—former interior designer turned nonprofit founder, who traded business success for a mission of hope and healing. As the visionary behind Enchanted Makeovers, Terry transforms shelters for women and children into sacred spaces filled with beauty, dignity, and self-worth. Terry's journey began not with a grand plan, but with a...

What happens when a mom sees kids struggling to read – and realizes there is no tool out there good enough to help them?  She jumps in to help. And in doing so, creates a company that solves this far-reaching problem.  In this episode of Mom to MORE®, host Sharon Macey chats with Deb Mallin—a former stay-at-home mom turned educator, literacy advocate, and founder of Mighty Doodle, an AI-powered ed...

In this episode of Mom to MORE®, host Sharon Macey welcomes Cristan Crocker—a former actress turned stay-at-home mom turned celebrated documentary filmmaker and producer. Known for powerful projects like The Other F Word and Tiny Shoulders: Rethinking Barbie, Cristan is co-founder of Rare Bird Films, where she tells stories that unpack identity, challenge societal norms, and celebrate change. Cris...