Mommywood

Are we actually living motherhood... or are we documenting it? In this solo episode of Mommywood , I'm unpacking how social media has changed the way we experience motherhood. From matching pajamas and perfectly curated birthday parties to feeling like every sweet moment should become a photo or Reel, it's easy to wonder whether we're making memories—or making content. As someone who&#...

You can love your child more than anything... and still not love every part of motherhood. In this solo episode of Mommywood , I'm talking about the parts of motherhood that so many of us feel—but rarely admit out loud. The overstimulation. The invisible mental load. The decision fatigue. The guilt for wanting alone time. The pressure to "cherish every second." Motherhood isn't e...

I Thought Motherhood Would Make Me Disappear. It Didn’t. Before I became a mom, I was honestly terrified of losing myself. I felt like everywhere I looked, the story was the same: motherhood changes you completely. You stop recognizing yourself. Your dreams go on pause. Your entire identity becomes “mom.” And while I understood that for a lot of women, I also quietly panicked thinking… wait, what...

In this solo episode of Mommywood , I’m opening up about my personal experience taking tirzepatide after struggling with postpartum weight, brain fog, exhaustion, and constant “food noise” after having my daughter. I talk about what finally pushed me to try it, how it affected my relationship with food, my confidence, energy levels, and even the way I approach self-tapes as an actor mom. I’m also...

Emmy-winning writer, producer, and showrunner Tracey Wigfield (30 Rock, Great News, Saved by the Bell) joins Mommywood for an honest conversation about motherhood, ambition, career pressure, and the invisible guilt so many working moms carry. Tracey opens up about running television shows while pregnant, going back to work days after giving birth, navigating postpartum emotions, and the internal p...

This episode is brought to you by Dondersteen Lang Fisher (Never Have I Ever, The Four Seasons, 30 Rock, The Mindy Project) joins Mommywood to talk about becoming a single mom by choice, building a wildly successful career in comedy, and learning to let go of perfectionism after having her son. Lang opens up about having a baby with her gay best friend, the unconventional co-parenting setup that u...

I wanted to bring back this conversation with Audrey Moore because honestly… it feels more relevant now than ever, especially with Self Tape May starting now. This episode turned into such a real conversation about what it actually looks like to pursue acting while also trying to have a life, relationships, kids, stability, rest… all the things we rarely talk about honestly in this industry. Audre...

Actor, musician, writer—and longtime friend—Rob Benedict is back on Mommywood in this special recut highlights episode that feels even more meaningful listening back now. Before I was a mom, I was Rob’s kids’ nanny, so this conversation is deeply full-circle. We talk about raising kids while building a career in entertainment, what support really looks like, and how parenting shifts your identity...

Today on Mommywood , I’m joined by actor and mom Tristan Cunningham — and this conversation covers everything we don’t usually hear about. Tristan shares her journey from growing up in Vermont and performing in a traveling youth circus, to building a career in theater and television — and what it really looks like to be a “working actor” in the in-between. We talk about: Building a career through...

What happens when you’ve already done everything in this industry… and then become a mom? This week on Mommywood , I’m talking to writer, producer, actress, author, and multi–award-winning creative Alisha Gaddis — and when I say she’s done it all, I mean it. Emmys. Latin Grammys. TV shows. Books. Touring internationally. Building a creative career across every lane. But this conversation goes way...

Today on Mommywood , we’re switching perspectives and bringing in a dad. I’m joined by actor and creator CK Bolado , who’s navigating the early days of fatherhood while building a career in an industry that doesn’t exactly slow down for life changes. We talk about what surprised him most about becoming a dad, how it’s shifted his identity as an actor, and what it really looks like trying to be pre...

This episode is sponsored by Olive and June! Use code Mommywood for 20% off Motherhood and creativity collide in this candid conversation with composer, producer, and Mamas in Music co-founder, Tiff Randlo. We dive into the realities of raising kids while navigating a creative career—identity shifts, managing schedules, and building community for mothers in the music industry. Tiff opens up about...

On this episode of Mommywood , I’m talking to Lilan Bowden — and this one goes way beyond the usual actor interview. We get into what it actually feels like to be in the middle of a career while raising a toddler. The constant rushing. The mental load. The moments you realize… maybe you’re the one making it harder. Lilan opens up about:– why “don’t stress” is harder than it sounds– how motherhood...

Lang Fisher is a powerhouse writer, producer, and showrunner — but in this episode of Mommywood , we talk about way more than Hollywood success. Lang opens up about becoming a single mom by choice , having her son with her gay best friend, and how that beautifully modern co-parenting setup came to be. She shares how what started as a joke in a writers’ room became one of the best decisions of her...

Katie Webber is a working Broadway performer, bestselling cookbook author, certified holistic nutritionist — and a mom to a spirited nine-year-old daughter. And yes: she does eight shows a week. In this episode, Katie breaks down what a real performance day looks like as a parent (subway school drop-off, homework, then straight to a 7pm show), why “the job is the break” compared to the mental load...

This Mommywood recut might be one of the most honest conversations we’ve had. Actor and EmotionAL Support podcast host Alessandra Torresani and I actually met while walking our babies in the neighborhood — and quickly realized we were in the exact same stage of new motherhood. In this episode we talk about:• postpartum recovery and mental health • birth stories and expectations vs reality• auditio...

This is a special Mommywood recut — and honestly, one that hits differently now. When this conversation was first recorded, my daughter was only ten weeks old and I was deep in new-mom survival mode, trying to figure out how acting and motherhood were supposed to exist in the same life. Meanwhile, Hannah Hines was already navigating the preschool years, self-tapes, childcare logistics, and the rea...

Mommywood Recut: Past Episode, Present Moment This week I’m revisiting one of the conversations that means more to me now than it did when we first recorded it. When I originally sat down with Marla Sokoloff, I was a brand-new mom trying to figure out how motherhood and acting could possibly coexist. Marla was already living it — raising three daughters while navigating a long career in Hollywood...

In this episode of Mommywood, host Emily Bolt engages in a candid conversation with Annie Gerard and Diana Wright, an award-winning writing and directing duo behind Girwrighty . They discuss the intricacies of collaboration in the entertainment industry, the challenges of balancing motherhood with a creative career, and the evolution of their partnership. The conversation touches on the impact of...

In this episode of Mommywood, Emily engages in a heartfelt conversation with Katie Santry , a beloved mom influencer. They explore the complexities of motherhood, the importance of community, and the challenges of maintaining personal identity while navigating fame. Katie shares her journey from being a YouTuber to a mom of two, discussing the impact of social media on her life and the significanc...

In this episode of Mommywood, host Emily Bolt engages in a heartfelt conversation with actress Shannon Kane about the complexities of motherhood and the entertainment industry. Shannon shares her journey as a single mother, the challenges of balancing her acting career with parenting, and the emotional depth that motherhood has brought to her craft. The discussion touches on themes of self-accepta...

In this episode of Mommywood, Emily chats with Mary Elizabeth Kelly, a writer, actor, comedian, and new mom. They discuss the challenges and joys of motherhood, the evolution of Mary’s creative career, and how becoming a parent has shifted her perspective on comedy and content creation. The conversation touches on the importance of community among mothers, the balance between personal life and soc...

In the world of Hollywood, where glitz and glamour often take center stage, the realities of parenthood can sometimes feel overshadowed. In this episode of Mommywood, I sit down with casting director Josh Einsohn, who shares his unique perspective on balancing a flourishing career in entertainment with the challenges of being a single dad. Understanding the Dual Roles Josh Einsohn is not only a re...

This Episode is brought to you by Dondersteen . We’re wrapping up Season 6 and taking a beat to reflect — on the highs, the chaos, and everything we’ve learned along the way. This episode dives into the messy, beautiful world of emotions — ours and our kids’. We talk about how little ones express their feelings (sometimes loudly), how our own reactions shape those moments, and why staying calm — e...

Summary The conversation delves into the importance of embracing change in both personal and professional life. The speaker emphasizes the necessity of making timely decisions when things aren't working out and acknowledges the emotional challenges that accompany such changes. Trusting one's timing and feelings is highlighted as crucial for navigating career paths effectively. Takeaways If...