The Breakdown with Bethany

Bess Bell Kalb is one of my favorite authors. I was deeply moved by her book "Nobody Will Tell You This But Me," and almost as equally moved by her first children's book "Buffalo Fluffalo." In this episode Bess and Bethany talk about their shared background, and Bess discusses her new book and the scary experience she went through giving birth to her second child. Learn more about your ad choices....

Zara Terez Tisch is a mom and founder of the athleisure brand Terez, which is known for its bold colors and fun prints. In this episode we hear all about Zara's entrepreneurship journey, how she successfully partners with other brands, and how she keeps her brand mission at the heart of everything Terez does. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast...

Everyone should have access to safe, respectful, and dignified maternal care. The U.S. has the highest maternal mortality rate of any high-income country – and the crisis disproportionately affects women of color. On this week’s episode of The Breakdown with @BethanyBraunSilva, we meet Chanel Porchia-Albert, the “visionary” creator of Ancient Song Doula Services (@ancientsong), and Jennie Joseph,...

Haven Burton is a mom of three, renowned Broadway actress (and producer), and a friend of mine. Fun fact: we both studied Drama at NYU, same year, same class and you can see how that paid off for at least one of us—read, Haven! Haven and her husband were most recently co-producers on the hit Broadway smash "How To Dance In Ohio," a show in which Haven also starred. Sadly, the show closed earlier t...

Dr. Becky Kennedy is a clinical psychologist, bestselling author, and mother of three. On this week’s episode of The Breakdown with Bethany, Dr. Kennedy offers practical communication strategies for setting healthy boundaries around technology. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this empowering episode, we sit down with Richelle Peña, a beacon of inspiration for women seeking to embrace their leadership potential while nurturing the delicate balance between career and family. Richelle, a passionate serial entrepreneur, devoted wife, and loving mother, shares her journey of intentional living and invites listeners to embark on a quest for authentic fulfillment. Join us...

In this episode, we dive into the heart of parenting with Dr. Aliza Pressman, renowned developmental psychologist, co-founder of the Mount Sinai Parenting Center, and host of the award-winning podcast, Raising Good Humans. Dr. Pressman is launching her highly-anticipated book, "THE 5 PRINCIPLES OF PARENTING: Your Essential Guide to Raising Good Humans," and she's here to share insights that will r...

Jodie Sweetin is a millennial icon, an actress, and a mom. While you may know her best as Stephanie Tanner on "Full House," Sweetin has had quite an extensive career staring in Hallmark Christmas movies and even hosting her own rewatch podcast with co-star, Andrea Barber. In this episode, Sweetin shares her tips for managing her gut health and shares how important it is to her to be part of the "F...

Brittany Mahomes has her hands full. With another Kansas City Chiefs Superbowl to look forward to, a busy career, and as a mom to two toddlers, it's safe to say that she's got a lot going on. But that doesn't mean she doesn't have time to raise awareness for a cause that's near and dear to her heart: kids' allergies. Both of Mahomes' kids, Sterling and Bronze, suffer from food allergies and they r...

Erin Andrews is not only a renowned sports journalist and television personality but also a loving mom who's passionate about health, wellness, and the unique journey of motherhood. In this episode, Erin will share her experiences, her tips on balancing a demanding career with motherhood, and her thoughts on maintaining physical and mental health in the ever-evolving world of working motherhood. L...

Step into the enchanting world of the iconic Radio City Rockettes. We talk with Katie Hamrah, who has animpressive 18 seasons under her belt! Katie is not just a seasoned performer but also a dedicated mom to a toddler. During our conversation, Katie Hamrah shares her insights on: The art of balancing the exhilarating demands of her role in the Radio City Hall Christmas Spectacular with the respon...

Get ready for an exciting conversation with the versatile Maria Menounos! We had the privilege of catching up with Maria, where she shared her unique perspective as an entrepreneur, dog mom, and now a proud new mom to her baby daughter, Athena. In our interview, Maria touched on various aspects of her life, including: Her favorite routines for juggling the chaos of a home filled with pets and a ne...

Join us as we chat with the multi-talented entrepreneur, dedicated mom, and accomplished gymnast, Shawn Johnson East, in an exclusive interview. We're thrilled to connect with her as she unveils the Johnson's Baby #TogetherWeRaise Routines Report. During our conversation, Shawn will share her insights on: -Her cherished routines for bonding and playtime with her children. -The invaluable support s...

Sarah Michelle Gellar is on the podcast! The actress and mom talks to Bethany about teaching her kids finances, being a native New Yorker, and the difference between raising boys vs. girls. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tia Mowry is thriving! The newly single mom sat down with Bethany to talk about parenting, how she's taking time for herself, and what she remembers most about being a mom of newborns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of The Breakdown With Bethany, social media sensation Kayla Sullivan discusses her experience juggling her rise to fame on TikTok, being a single mom to her young son, and her full-time career as a reporter. Plus, she even gives us some great lunchbox ideas! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Danielle Becker is the founder of Lefty's Right Mind, a bespoke creative studio. In this episode of The Breakdown With Bethany, Danielle, and Bethany get too real when it comes to mom-life during the summer and chat about Danielle's experience running a creative business. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jesseca "Judy" Dupart, the Founder and CEO of Kaleidoscope Hair Products, and her wife, the Grammy-nominated artist, Da Brat made headlines when they announced they were expecting a baby earlier this year. I this episode of The Breakdown With Bethany, Judy shares her remarkable journey to motherhood (again), business tips for aspiring entrepreneurs, and we even get a surprise visit from a very tin...

Witney Carson recently made headlines by announcing that she will not be returning to the latest season of Dancing With the Stars so that she can focus on taking care of her new baby and herself. Witney talks to Bethany about her postpartum journey and her new partnership with Gerber on the most recent episode of The Breakdown With Bethany. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adch...

Geri Halliwell-Horner, AKA Ginger Spice, has a new book and new music to go with it. In this episode of The Breakdown With Bethany, Geri dives into her process for writing the Young Adult novel "Rosie Frost and the Falcon Queen." She also talks about where she found her inspiration and how she hopes this book is received by all who read it. Check out this conversation where Bethany comes face to f...

Actress, model, and television personality Eva Marcille doesn’t want allergies to get in the way of her kids doing what they love! As a mom whose kids suffer from annoying allergies that can bring them down, she partnered with Children’s ZYRTEC to help her kids get 24-hour allergy relief. In this episode of The Breakdown With Bethany, Bethany and Eva chat keeping kids healthy during allergy season...

Chanel Iman knows a thing or two about caring for her skin. As a world-famous supermodel, the mom of two (soon to be three) has spent years caring for her skin, but when it came to caring for her daughter’s eczema, she turned to Aveeno for a bit of help. In this episode of The Breakdown With Bethany, Chanel and Bethany chat about the Eczema Equality gap and how parents can find resources & fee...

Jenna Dewan is a lot of things: a dancer, host, actress, and mom. In this episode of The Breakdown With Bethany, she's sharing with us how she stays on top of it all, especially when it comes to her finances and spending. Jenna partnered with Wells Fargo for the launch of the Fargo Virtual Assistant. She and Bethany also discuss manifestation and mindset practices as well as how Jenna keeps her ki...

Supermodel Emily DiDonato is no stranger to the beauty industry. She's been the face of Maybelline and walked for high-fashion houses like Chanel and Balmain, but when it came time to launch her own skincare brand, she teamed up with her best friend, Christina Garcia. In this episode, Emily and Christina take Bethany through the process of launching Covey, managing to stay BFFs, and raising kids i...

Neha Ruch is the founder of  Mother Untitled , which she started as her passion project during a “pause” in her career to focus on parenting and has made it her mission to help parents like her do it all – but in their own way. She partnered with Chicco to launch the  “Get Your Gig On” Initiative , which supports parents balancing personal passions with their parenting journeys. In this episode, B...