New Modern Mom Podcast

Ever thought that the very thing you’re afraid to show at work—your vulnerability—might actually make you a stronger leader? In this episode, I’m talking with Melanie Rosenwasser , the Chief People Officer at Dropbox about how the messy, chaotic world of motherhood can actually boost your career in ways you never imagined. Melanie’s chat is packed with real talk about how she’s managed to set up a...

Want to help your kids build healthy tech habits right from the start? Tune in to today’s episode of The New Modern Mom Podcast to hear from Nicky Jackson Colaco , the VP of Public Policy at Roblox. Nicky’s got over 20 years of experience at tech giants like Instagram and Facebook and knows all about balancing life as a mom to two boys. In this chat, we dive into real-life tips on managing screen...

Today I’m chatting with my neighbor, and friend, Julie Harris, Chief Revenue Officer of Seso and mom to two under 6, with one on the way. Julie’s journey is a masterclass in networking, building community, and investing in a robust support system. Her strategies for finding time for a social life, maintaining 1:1 time with her husband, scheduling self-care, and managing a cross-country move while...

From the outside, it seems like Sharifa Murdock does it all—being the Chief Impact Officer at Kith, the founder of ENVSN Festival, a mentor, and a supporter of numerous causes while being a loving mother to a two year old boy. In this episode of The New Modern Mom Podcast, host Barbara Mighdoll sits down with Sharifa to find out how the heck she does it behind the scenes. Sharifa shares her journe...

In this episode I sit down with an incredible guest, the former CMO of Facebook at Meta, and mom to two, Samantha Wu. A powerhouse marketing executive, Sam has a rich background spanning multiple continents with roles at tech and financial giants like Meta, Amex, and Visa. Not to mention, she even took a detour to attend culinary school, adding a unique flavor to her already impressive background....

This week I’m bringing you a heartfelt, insightful, and authentic conversation with Rebecca Michael , the Head of Marketing for Google Search & Maps. As an executive, a mother of two, and a seasoned professional with an impressive tenure at Google, Rebecca shares her journey of embracing imperfection and finding fulfillment in both her personal and professional life. In this episode, Rebecca s...

Jeanelle Teves, Chief Commercial Officer of Bugaboo, sits down with me to share her tools and frameworks for integrating corporate leadership with motherhood, and how she applies her professional skills to her personal life. Our chat includes her daily routine, tips on quarterly planning for family life, effective time management strategies, and the importance of building a supportive community. J...

In this episode, I had the pleasure of hosting Ashley Grech, Chief Revenue Officer of Xero and a mother of three energetic young boys. Ashley shared her journey and wisdom on balancing the demanding worlds of career and motherhood. This conversation offers inspiration and practical strategies for ambitious women striving to succeed both personally and professionally. Tune in to hear Ashley’s take...

In this episode, I sit down with the incredible Kim Gebbia Chappell, the former news anchor turned Chief Brand Officer at Bobbie, the revolutionary infant formula company. She’s sharing how she’s mastered the art of context switching as she juggles between managing a leadership role at a rocket ship startup and being a mom to three kids under age 6. Key takeaways: 1. **Prioritize and Focus** Kim e...

You know the dream of having it all – a thriving career, time with your kids, an active social calendar, a beautiful home, adventure and travel. But how do you actually do it all? Welcome to the New Modern Mom podcast, a haven for ambitious moms who want to simplify the chaos of career and motherhood.  In each episode, we'll have candid conversations with women who are powerhouses in their fi...