The Untraditional Podcast

Send a text In this heartfelt conversation, we sit down with Lisa Danahy — yoga therapist, educator, and founder of the nonprofit Create Calm — to talk about what it really means to show up as a mother, a caregiver, and a human being. Lisa shares her personal journey from corporate HR professional to school director to yoga therapist, and how each step brought her closer to a more connected, compa...

Send a text Episode Summary: In this episode, the host welcomes Eleanor Moore to the show. Eleanor, a real estate expert in France, shares her experiences of living in France, the differences in raising children there, the importance of self-care for mothers, and balancing work and family life. They also discuss cultural differences, societal expectations, and the challenges and joys of motherhood...

Send a text In this episode, Myriam brings on her husband, Darryl, to discuss motherhood from a husband's perspective. They delve into the challenges and joys of parenthood, taking breaks during motherhood, and how it feels for the partner when the mom goes away. They also discuss their journey to parenthood, blended families, and the importance of communication and support. Key Topics Covere...

Send a text Episode Summary: In this episode of The Untraditional Podcast , host Myriam Banks dives into the five biggest reasons why so many women, especially mothers, struggle to prioritize self-care. Inspired by a conversation with a friend, Miriam breaks down the mental blocks, societal pressures, and personal guilt that keep women from giving themselves the care they deserve. If you’ve ever f...

Send a text 🌏 Episode Summary: In this powerful episode of Untraditional Podcast , we dive into the inspiring journey of April Powell—a single mom who left the U.S. to pursue a life of freedom, travel, and growth in Bali. April shares how she transitioned from life in Georgia to exploring the world, ultimately settling in Bali with her three-year-old daughter. We discuss the challenges and beauty...

Send a text 🎙️ Untraditional Podcast - Episode: Myriam Turns 50! 🎉 In this special milestone episode, host Myriam Banks reflects on turning 50 and shares heartfelt insights on: 🌱 Motherhood in her 40s 💪 Body changes and embracing perimenopause ❤️ The importance of gratitude and self-love 📵 Staying present and savoring moments 🤣 Finding humor in the chaos of parenting Myriam dives into persona...

Send a text In this emotional and inspiring episode of The Untraditional Podcast , host Myriam Banks sits down with the incredible Melanie Munez. From overcoming personal challenges to creating a life filled with travel and purpose, Melanie shares her remarkable story of becoming a single mother by choice and navigating motherhood after a cancer diagnosis. Highlights include: Travel as a Legacy: H...

Send a text Join us for an empowering episode of the untraditional podcast as we sit down with the remarkable Della Laira, a single mom and advocate for self-care amidst life's challenges. Della shares her insights and strategies on how she navigates the demands of parenthood while prioritizing her own well-being. In this candid conversation, Della delves into her journey of parenting boys as...

Send a text In this episode of The Untraditional Podcast, we will take you through raising mixed children, navigating being a black mother raising mixed boys , and having independence as a mom. Our show today is graced by Christina Elmore, an American actress, known for her role in the TV series The Last Ship as Lieutenant Alisha Granderson, and her roles on Twenties and HBO's Insecure. Myria...

Send a text What would I tell myself as a new mom if I had to do it all over again. #2might be controversial :)  ROADMAP TO YOUR MOMCATION CLICK HERE  Connect with Myriam on Instagram https://instagram.com/iammyriambanks?utm_medium=copy_link Myriam's website https://www.myriambanks.com/                                                                                                            ...

Send a text Our show today is graced by Nicole Herring, the founder of WEESEE worldwide and an amazing Mama. How and when did Myriam and Nicole meet on a solo mommy trip? They bonded over mutual thoughts. How mommy trips can make the woman within the mom thank you. Nicole shares how she was not feeling motivated and driven as a homemaker and could finally shed the identity. Nicole found mommy trip...

Send a text In this episode,  Myriam Shares 3 Things she would tell her New Mom self. FREE Roadmap to your Momcation CLICK HERE Connect with Myriam on Instagram https://instagram.com/iammyriambanks?utm_medium=copy_link Myriam's website https://www.myriambanks.com/                                                                                                                                  ...

Send a text Our show today is graced by Eleshia Harris, a holistic business growth strategist and wellness coach. How was Eleshia able to help Myriam launch her podcast? Her issues with conceiving. Society makes it all about women and they need to understand what is happening to their bodies. Understanding the bodily cycles.  She speaks of how she wanted to be an amazing mom as well as a successfu...

Send a text First I want to wish you all a wonderful new year and hope your festivities were delightful.  It was very special to me this year as I spent it with my family, which is something that I only rarely did for the last 30 years because I lived in a different country. Secondly, I want to thank each and every one of you that have been listening to the podcast, commenting, sharing episodes, ...

Send a text Grief stops time and Grief takes time. In this episode, Myriam share her experience with Grief as a mom. Her journey through 3 losses in a span of a year and what she has learned. ROADMAP TO MOMCATION Connect with Myriam on Instagram https://instagram.com/iammyriambanks?utm_medium=copy_link Myriam's website https://www.myriambanks.com/                                              ...

Send a text In this episode of The Untraditional Podcast, we plunge into an individual's journey to find the woman within the motherhood with the guest sharing her takes and her story of how she got there. Our show today is graced by Amanda Laramee, an occupational therapist, coach and a super mom to two daughters. Amanda shares how she explored self care as a mom, raising her daughter, reali...

Send a text In this episode of The Untraditional Podcast with Myriam Banks, we answers one of the most ask questions she get from mothers: How do I talk to my spouse/ pattern about taking time off ? She dive into the how to have the conversation and what to do when face with opposition.  More tips on our newsletter at:  https://app.flodesk.com/form/5fb5946212ed669961a5af1f/build Connect with Myria...

Send a text In this episode of The Untraditional Podcast with Myriam Banks, we dive into spirituality as a first step towards self-care. The show today is graced by Marie Claire Cates, Founder, and  CEO of Acne Expert skincare and an autism-mom.                       Marie shares her views on spirituality and higher power, influenced by the ideologies she grew up with. She talks about how she beli...

Send a text In this episode of The Untraditional Podcast, the host Myriam Banks gets onto some real talk on setting healthy boundaries in motherhood.   Myriam starts with how not having set boundaries is glorified. She points out selfcare being the number 10th priority for most of the moms. She says being the absolute giver and doing all the sacrifices doesn’t win you the badge of a good mom. She...

Send a text In this episode of The Untraditional Podcast, we start with investing your time in self-care in times of uncertainty. Our show today is graced by Dr. Denise Najera, Board Certified licensed Chiropractor and a supermom to two lovely daughters.                        Denise and Myriam talk about the relaxing trip they had together. Denise believes having a holistic approach towards self-...

Send a text In this episode of The Untraditional Podcast, the host talks about "Mommy-morning routines". The host, Myriam Banks shares the reasons why and how moms should have a dedicated morning routine. She starts with her own experience with self care before and as well as after her husband and kid, when she was juggling multiple jobs with hardly any time in her hand. She dives into h...

Send a text In this episode of The Untraditional Podcast, we get into a discussion about moms being unapologetic for wanting their life to mean more than motherhood. Our show today is graced by Emilie Karun, a Bad Ass Life coach for Mom entrepreneurs. Myriam highlights Emilie being unapologetically herself. She tells how they met in Miami. Emilie shares how she got started with her transformationa...

Send a text In this episode of The Untraditional Podcast, the host explains how to include selfcare when you are traveling with your family. The host, Myriam Banks shares an update on her family move to France. She dives into how traveling is made glamorous on social media. She also shares that when she was traveling with her family, she struggled managing her kid, social media and traveling, also...

Send a text In this episode of The Untraditional Podcast, we plunge into self-care during the birth of the baby and entering motherhood. Our show today is graced by Andrey Lemon, a birth and postpartum doula since 2006, a Herbalist, and a Reiki practitioner.  Myriam recalls the time when Andrey was her doula during the birth of her son and the importance of a doula. Andrey dives into the fear of m...

Send a text This Episode is all about Myriam's Journey to her first Momcation. Her journey after the birth of her her son, her struggle with Guilt to her first Momcation Connect with Myriam on Instagram  https://instagram.com/iammyriambanks https://www.instagram.com/untraditional_podcast Myriam's website  https://linktr.ee/myriambanks For more such insights about self care and motherhood...