Women of Wayland - The Podcast

The last few years of our adolescence and early years of adulthood are probably the most pivotal times of our lives. Stepping into the real world from our protected homes, we are full of excitement and energy. You feel like you can take on the world. The freedom to follow your dreams and becoming independent are exhilarating and scary at the same time. In all of this excitement and confusion, dang...

A Trip to the Himalayas - Travel Series - Sahidya Devadoss Travelers around the world probably associate colorful and vibrant fabric, stunning jewelry, and Bollywood-style song and dance with India. While that is completely justified, it is also true that the natural wonders of India take a back seat to the man-made marvels for most people as they think, talk, and visit India. In this episode, our...

In this episode, we are in conversation with Neha Gandhi, a corporate woman, a blogger and Instagrammer, and a mother. Her remarkable journey from Bombay to Boston, her relentless pursuit of her passion for writing, and her genuine fun and feel-good attitude will, without a doubt, inspire you. Music by: “Finally…! 1r53” by Setuniman; “New York Jazz Loop” by FoolBoyMedia; “Hip-Hop Sample” by Creepe...

In this episode, we dig deeper into the initial recruitments efforts, services, and challenges in set up of The Neighbor Brigade. Our guest Sue Parente gives us the inside scoop on how the present day organization came to be what it is through Pam’s farsighted vision. Tune in to find more about this organization and what you can do to get involved. Music by: “Finally…! 1r53” by Setuniman; “Hip-Hop...

Long before we were connected online, we were part of a neighborhood, the unit of American social life until the arrival of the Internet. One Massachusetts organization—The Neighbor Brigade—still holds dear the old American ideals of a good neighbor and the neighborhood as a place that’s got your back. Sue Parente, in the first of two episodes, joins us to discuss the works of this incredible orga...

Mama of two boys, and, as if that isn’t enough running around, a marathon runner, Rimante joins us in this episode. We discuss a variety of general topics ranging from a runner’s mental fortitude to their habits, and explore the simple and fun marathon stories of this runner. Music by: “New York Jazz Loop” by FoolBoyMedia; “Free Music Background Loop 002” by Slaking_97; “under the stars loop.mp3”...

Mom of an amazing kid (MAK), Sabrina joins us in the studio to talk about what being a mother of a special kid has meant for her and what she is doing to create an all inclusive world filled with fun and support for special needs parents and kids. We cover a lot of ground: from enduring being avoided in public to the need to find safe spaces for special needs children. Recorded on Mother’s Day, th...

Renee Bolivar joins us on this episode to discuss how she built a thriving business—Gardens by Renee—out of her passion for growing. There is a gardener in all of us; we all want to, feel the need to connect with nature, nourish something, and reap the reward even. Renee gives expert advice on how to get going with edible landscaping. Come; awaken your inner gardener with detailed info and full-of...

Experienced speech language pathologist, Lee Moser joins in this episode to discuss the different flavors of parenthood. Not all children are our own by blood—sometimes the connections and emotions of a parent are found in unusual ways and come in unusual flavors. Lee shines light on her love for her host son and shares insights and her key takeaways from going through the process of hosting. Musi...

The inaugural episode of Women of Wayland – The Podcast. Recapping my own life events leading up to the time I had the idea for a podcast, I share my motivations for the podcast, my reservations and cold-feet when I was getting started, and most importantly the purpose and the raison d’etre of Women of Wayland – The Podcast. Music: “Finally…! 1r53” by Setuniman; “My Love (piano loop)” by ShadyDave...

Women of Wayland Trailer The Women of Wayland is a grass root initiative from Wayland, MA to inspire and connect women through storytelling. Visit our website at womenofwayland.com and follow us on Instagram @womenofwayland. Background Score: “New York Jazz Loop” by FoolBoyMedia Cover art: Tauseef S Photography