AnchorMoms: The Podcast

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AnchorMOMS: The Podcast, Episode 65 Dec 02, 2020

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The new age of virtual learning has some unattended consequences. Parents are actually privy to what teachers are saying inside “the classroom.”

So imagine one parent’s surprise when she overhears her child’s educator advising against, of all things, carbs. Should schools teach nutrition and dieting techniques? Why it may be a necessary evil and where educators could draw the line.

Also, when grandma tells your kid that your husband is going to Hell. Navigating the tricky circumstances of an interfaith marriage.

Lastly, is it ok for your kid to call you by your first name? Why it’s weird, but maybe ok.

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AnchorMOMS: The Podcast, Episode 64 Nov 25, 2020

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It’s our Thanksgiving episode!

To embrace the yard inflatables…or not? Tis the season for holiday decorating and the moms wonder, when to bite the bullet and go full on Grizwalds. Will your neighbors still like you? It is worth making your kids happy whilst you hide in embarrassment?

Leave it to the AnchorMOMS to tackle the tough decorating questions.

Plus, what to weigh when deciding on big holiday get-togethers this year.

And highly rated gear for dining outdoors this fall and winter. The best blanket, the warmest coat, the best long underwear (yes, it’s a pandemic…so long underwear is not only acceptable but a must) and cutest hats!

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AnchorMOMS: The Podcast, Episode 63 Nov 18, 2020

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Ah! Parenting Advice. You love it, you hate it…actually you mostly just hate it.

The Moms take a look at parenting advice from yesteryear. And, wow, just wow. This advice (including slipping a little red wine into your kid’s menu) will have you scratching your head but also feeling much less guilty. The Moms highly recommend.

Also, dealing with a toddler who likes to hit? You’re not alone. We have an expert’s advice on how to react (or how not to).

Lastly, Karen has a doozy for “Win of the Week” and it will likely speak to your sad little pandemic heart. This is the epitome of making lemonade out of lemons.

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AnchorMOMS: The Podcast, Episode 62 Nov 11, 2020

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So... have you heard of this thing called TikTok? Well, the Anchormoms are just now discovering it and have a lot to learn.

This week, we chat with a local mom and daughter team who have used the powerful social media tool to turn their struggling business into a HUGE success story. We're talking hundreds of thousands of followers online, products that sell out in hours, and a growing group of employees. The business?? Something else the Anchormoms don't know much about... Hemp and CBD. The owners of Appalachian Standard educate us on what they sell, how it's used, and how they've conquered the slumping economy during the pandemic.

You also get a glimpse into the amazing and emotional relationship these ladies share as they take their family farm to customers worldwide.

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AnchorMOMS: The Podcast, Episode 61 Nov 04, 2020

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There’s a global pandemic. You’re struggling to work from home. You haven’t left the house in a week. Oh, and your toddler wants you to play.

The AnchorMoms are here to remind you that the struggle is real. Why something that seems so simple, can be hard.

Also, some tips on getting ahead as a working mom during COVID. Guess what? It’s finally ok to be yourself at work.

Lastly, a “Mums the Word” tip that Katie has been using since high school. How dryer sheets can change your life (or, at the very least, make your hair look better).

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AnchorMOMS: The Podcast, Episode 60 Oct 28, 2020

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It’s the Election Episode! Before you roll eyes and hit pause—relax, we’re keeping it civil around here. No mute buttons needed. Where are the youngins’ getting their political news? TikTok apparently.

The AnchorMOMS do what moms do best…puzzle about this newfangled technology. But, if you’re suffering from Election Stress Disorder (and who isn’t?), the ladies take on an article that has some good advice and what you can do right now to ease your worries.

Also, talking to your kids about the election. What to say and how to say it.

Lastly, hey workplace bullies, cut moms some slack! Why the pandemic has made parenthood even more isolating.

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AnchorMOMS: The Podcast, Episode 59 Oct 21, 2020

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The countdown to Halloween is on and if you’re looking for less trick (read a Covid diagnosis) and more treat this year, the AnchorMOMS have you covered with some fun alternatives.

The moms weigh in on scavenger hunts, Halloween drive-bys and the ever-popular “Trunk or Treat”—to which Ingrid seems especially unclear about the logistics—much to the hilarity of the Katie and Karen.

Also, popular 2020 costumes got the moms like…huh? Are they the only parents unsure of exactly what or who “The Mandalorian” is? Google says yes.

And with Halloween almost in the books, the ladies look to the Holidays.

To travel or not travel this year? What experts recommend and how to weigh the risks.

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AnchorMOMS: The Podcast, Episode 58 Oct 14, 2020

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Boo! Actually, parents and kids alike are saying boo-hoo this Halloween because there’s nothing like a pandemic to put a real scare into this year’s festivities.

With the holiday all but canceled in 2020, the Anchormoms bemoan Halloweens of yesteryear. What to do instead? Is it safe to even consider Trick-or-Treating? The moms weigh the risk.

Also, date night? Is that still a thing as Covid rages? One mom argues there is something better than time with your spouse: time with yourself. The ladies take on how, even during a pandemic, alone time is like a mythical idea that doesn’t really exist…unless you’re a man (than it does, obviously).

Lastly, parenting advice from a non-parent? No sirree. This really does happen apparently. A non-parent tweets her opinion about kids’ menus and the lack of variety and the Internet goes wild. When and why you should offer advice as a parent. But if it’s not solicited, the moms all agree: just don’t.

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AnchorMOMS: The Podcast, Episode 57 Oct 07, 2020

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The AnchorMOMS continue to focus on all things skincare.

This week the moms talk to a professional make-up artist about some go-to tips for the perfect look.

Wendy Morris is a mom and owner of “Blush Asheville” and talks common make-up mistakes, why not everyone can look like a Kardashian and the secret to a good false lash.

Wendy also discusses the challenges of operating a business during a global pandemic and the gig she picked up during quarantine to make ends meet.

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AnchorMOMS: The Podcast, Episode 56 Sep 30, 2020

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It’s the skincare episode! There are a ton of options out there when it comes to skincare products and it can be overwhelming even for the most seasoned beauty guru.

The AnchorMOMS invite a Physician Assistant specializing in dermatology to answer all of the questions.

Rebecca Rankin is a working mom who knows the skin-struggle is real when you’re trying to juggle it all. She gives us a rundown of her favorite products, her personal skincare routine and some simple steps that make a major impact.

Rebecca also talks injectables and the tell-tale sign that it might be time to start thinking about injectable and fillers.

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