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Ep. 69: Maximizing your beautiful life, with Elizabeth Kendig Jul 12, 2024

Full disclosure: this Your Story episode with Elizabeth Kendig is our longest of the season, and we could have easily chatted for another hour and a half.

It makes sense that we cover a lot of ground because Elizabeth is majorly multifaceted. She identifies as a hippie disguised in J. Crew, dedicated to “taking the weird out of the woo.” Her investment in spirituality and healing is deeply personal: even while ticking all the so-called boxes of success and carving out a flourishing career as a content creator, beauty blogger, and skincare founder, Elizabeth struggled with depression and a stubborn auto-immune disease. This started her on a “self-help bender” that led to the launch of Healers Podcast and connected her with Spiritual Advisor Monica Lawson, with whom she co-authored Chase You, “a field guide to connecting with the Other Side to find more purpose and peace.”

Whether you’re a spirituality skeptic like Betsy or a faith-filled Catholic like Ashley, this eye-opening conversation with Elizabeth has something uniquely for you.

For example, what do popcorn, peaches, and butterflies have in common? Other than being great names for hamsters, they’re also signs that now carry special significance to Ashley, Betsy, and Elizabeth. And after recording this episode, they’ve all started receiving each other’s signs…cue the goose bumps.

Elizabeth and Ashley met via a tree of extended sister-in-laws, so they affectionately refer to themselves as “Sister-in-Loves”. We’re confident you’ll finish this conversation feeling like an extended member of the family too.

Speaking of conversations with friends, Elizabeth recently launched a creative venture with her good friend and fellow editor Kate Rogers: Les Femmes Quotidienne (Français pour “Women of the Day”) is a substack with advice and recommendations on everything from establishing boundaries to whipping up the perfect potato salad. Think of it as tips and tricks from your chicest bff.

As always, you can watch this episode and find bonus content on our YouTube channel.

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This episode is the season finale of Your Story. While we aren't exactly sure what next season will bring, we know we'll be back in some form because these conversations and this community fills our cup in a way nothing else does. Thanks as always for listening. We couldn’t (and wouldn’t want to) do this without you.

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Ep. 68: Lisa McCaffrey's ready for the wedding, and your questions. Jun 27, 2024

We “soft-wrapped” Season 2 of YourMom the best way we know how: in robes, answering your burning questions.

As usual, you guys really brought it: topics include Christian’s NFL Madden 25 cover (which Lisa definitely did not bet on in Vegas), what Ashley will most miss from her Pac-12 travels, punctuation etiquette; and of course, all things *wedding*, from Lisa’s dress drama to her planned Dirty Dancing choreography with Greg Van Roten. Plus, Lisa finally embraced her inner-influencer and revealed the secret to her glowy skin: Jones Road Miracle Balm; turns out, Ashley is also a devoted fan. Once again we’re open to sponsorships, collabs, free samples, etc…

Thanks, as always, for listening and laughing with us this season. It’s not goodbye, it’s just see you at Your Mom's post-wedding debrief.

And keep an eye out for the final Your Story episode of the season with the incomparable Elizabeth Kending, dropping soon!

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Ep. 67: Wedding SZN (and so much more) with Katie Webb Brundige May 23, 2024

May 23 is Ashley and her husband Chris’s nine year wedding anniversary, so it’s only fitting that she celebrate with…her wedding planner, Katie Webb Brundige. As we enter wedding season, Katie is here to offer some clutch insider advice for brides, guests, and mother-in-laws (*cough* Lisa *cough*).

We also delve into Katie’s passion for the special needs community. In addition to running her events planning company Intertwined Events, she’s also the co-founder of RAD (Rising Above Disabilities) Camp, which offers programs and camps for adults and children with developmental disabilities. Katie also shares her journey to adopt two remarkable special needs sons: five-year-old Alex, who has Autism and Prader-Willi Syndrome and two-year-old Riley, who has Down Syndrome.

Katie lives in a world of love, compassion, and unstoppable energy. While we suspect she has more hours in the day than the average human, it’s probably just that she has a larger-than-average sized heart. Simply put, she is straight up magic.

And after this episode, we're convinced a podcast with your wedding planner should be the traditional nine year anniversary gift.

Thanks as always for listening, and Happy Anniversary Ashley and Katie Chris!

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Ep. 66: Why we need to record conversations with the people we love May 16, 2024

We’re halfway through what teachers and parents know to be “the thousand days of May”, a month of end-of-year celebrations, sports tournaments, field trips, dance recitals, and…the burnout that comes along with it.

Amid their hectic schedules, Ashley, Chantal, and Betsy found time this week to sit down and interview their family members: Ashley’s daughter, who just turned five; Chantal’s nine-year-old son and 11 and 14-year-old daughters; and Betsy’s husband. This is an exercise close to Ashley’s heart; she’s been on a year-long journey to sit down and record conversations with her immediate and extended family. In fact, she’s even starting a company based on this very concept (more to come on that soon!).

While Chantal and Betsy were initially hesitant to set aside the time (see above, re: the thousand days of May), they were both pleasantly surprised by how easy and impactful it ended up being. In the midst of to-do lists and daily tasks, we rarely sit down solely with the intention of learning something new about our loved ones.

Ashley has always believed in the power of preserving stories, and a recent experience only reaffirmed her conviction. A few weeks ago, Ashley’s father suffered from a stroke. While he’s now out of the hospital and recovering, there were a few hours where Ashley wasn’t sure if she’d ever speak to him again. In addition to her feelings of shock and grief, she felt a deep peace that she could only attribute to the fact that nothing has been left unsaid between the two of them.

So, if you’ve been waiting for a sign to sit down and interview your loved ones, it’s here. We’ve even got a few starter questions ready for you:

What is your favorite book?

How would you describe yourself?

What was the best gift you ever received?

What was the best gift you’ve ever given someone else?

Describe a perfect day. Where would you go, who would be there,what would you do?

What is the best quality in a friend?

What is important to you right now? (or who is important to you right now)

What do you think you are good at?

What is one of your favorite memories of us together?

How do you think we are alike? How are we different?

Is there a question you want to ask me?

What do you wish I understood? (And maybe…what do you wish I understood better about you?)

If you had a crystal ball that could tell you anything about your future, what would you want to

know?

Thanks as always for listening. Good luck with the final 500 days of May :)

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Ep. 65: Mother's Day Special with ESPN's Molly McGrath May 12, 2024

We’re thrilled to celebrate Mother’s Day with the inimitable Molly McGrath and her incredible mom, Deb!

Molly currently serves as a sideline reporter for ESPN/ABC Saturday college football games, as well as college basketball. She is also the devoted mom of Ray (3) and Pierce (1). Molly went into labor with Ray the night of the 2021 National Championship. Since then she has covered three National Championships, including one while eight months pregnant with Pierce. One of her proudest moments was finding out that she was nominated for a Sports Emmy while nursing Pierce at just two weeks old.

Ashley and Molly are connected not only as sports broadcasters and moms, but also as Boston College alums (Go Eagles!). During her time at BC, Molly created the student reporter role and received the “Athletic Director’s Award for Academic Excellence.” According to Lisa, Ashley won the “Best Bar Hopping Award”, which is basically just as impressive.

Meanwhile, Lisa and Molly bonded over the shared struggles and joys of being a #boymom. And though this interview was their first official meeting, tune in to hear why Lisa had her eye on Molly for many years.

Just when we thought we couldn’t cram any more love into this episode, Molly’s mom Deb joined us as a surprise guest. Deb is a retired cardiac nurse and former head of her department at San Francisco General. She currently volunteers for Hospice and cares for Molly’s father, who is terminally ill with lung cancer. She is, in Molly’s words, “a saint.” No one could hold back the tears as Molly and Deb shared their mutual love and admiration for each other. We don’t pick favorite episodes, but if we did, this one would be up there…

On behalf of all of us at YourMom, Happy Mother’s Day love to all the moms and mother-figures out there making the world a better place. We love you.

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We also know for many people, Mother’s Day weekend can be a painful time. In honor of anyone facing and grieving the loss of their own mom, we recorded an episode last year with Yogi Roth to pay tribute to his late mother, Devorah Channah Roth. We hope you can find comfort in Yogi’s story and Devo’s lasting memory.

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Ep. 64: "People need to be called in." Rachel Wegner explains why she wrote "To Be a Jew" and the healing power of sharing your story. Apr 16, 2024

Back in October, Ashley came across a Medium story written in the aftermath of the Hamas terrorist attacks: “To Be A Jew” by Rachel Wegner.

As Ashley read the first line–“I believe in the power of stories to bring people together, to build bridges and to create connection”–she stopped in her tracks. She had jotted down almost the exact same words during a previous conversation with our executive producer Betsy Bloom. The universe was sending a powerful message: reach out to Rachel to see if she would share her story on the pod. Long story, short: she generously agreed, and we are thrilled to now share it with you.

The Jewish holiday of Passover– which commemorates the Israelites' freedom from slavery in Egypt– begins at sundown on Monday, April 22nd and ends the evening of Tuesday, April 30th. It is a time of reflection and celebration, an opportunity to be together in community to acknowledge an ancient, complicated history and lift each other up with unrelenting hope for a future where all people are fully free.

In this episode, we explore Rachel's personal struggle with modern-day othering and her internal quest for freedom while also rejoicing in the moments that bring her light and keep her hope for a future of true togetherness alive.

We hope this episode inspires you to build your own bridges of connection, be they across the table or across the aisle. Chag Sameach!

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About Rachel Wegner:

"I am an educator and school leader with over 20 years of experience teaching and leading in schools. I believe education is freedom and it is the key to the Jewish concept of "tikkun olam" - repairing the world. When we know, love and serve students fully, we create the next generation of learners, leaders and listeners who believe in their abilities and have the skills to create change. I am passionate about equity work and it is at the center of what I do, what I believe in and what I have come to see as the most important work there is. I believe dialogue founded on trust, intentionality and vulnerability has the power to rebuild dysfunctional systems and structures so everyone has an opportunity to live their most meaningful life."

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Ep. 63: Necessary Endings: Ashley signs off her final show with the Pac-12 Network Mar 23, 2024

Fresh off her last on-air broadcast with the Pac-12 network, Ashley Adamson sits down with leadership coach Chantal Below and executive producer Betsy Bloom to process the sweet sorrow of “necessary endings.”

In our early years, endings are honored with graduations, diplomas, and yearbooks. But, as we get older and lose these rituals, it becomes harder to identify the “right” time to make a change or say goodbye. And, as Chantal points out, maybe there isn’t a “right” or “wrong” time, just choices and consequences.

And, what about those endings we don’t see coming: the last time we see a loved one before they die, the last time we eat at our favorite restaurant, the last time we tuck our kids into bed? How can we acknowledge the finales that conclude without fanfare?

Endings always leave us with more questions than answers. In the end, our most important lesson came from a children’s book: the power of embracing “maybe”. How fitting, then, that Ashley signed off from her final broadcast with this quote from Bruce Springsteen: “Maybe everything that dies, someday comes back."

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Ep. 62: Super Bowl postmortem with Lisa McCaffrey Mar 05, 2024

Ashley, Lisa and Hot Betsy recap the past month, including the highs and lows of the Super Bowl, exciting NFL combine results for Luke (or as Ashley’s daughter Cora now refers to him, Luke Skywalker), ongoing wedding plans (if you have any mother-son wedding dance suggestions, drop us a line), and the injustice of half-empty toothpaste tubes and faulty washing machines (any brands out there that want to set the record straight, feel free to sponsor the pod).

Come for the football scoop and stay for Lisa processing the fall-out from her viral moment.

Thanks as always for listening, please subscribe wherever you get your podcasts!

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The Fan in the Arena: how sports became the outlet for some of our deepest emotions Feb 29, 2024

The day after the Super Bowl, Chantal Below’s son was so devastated by the 49ers' loss that he requested to stay home from school. Chantal, who admittedly doesn’t care much about sports, was mystified by his utter desolation. This got us thinking: what is it about team sports that inspires such extreme emotions? Where’s the line between loyal fan and zealous fanatic?

In an attempt to answer these questions, we dive into the deep end of fan psychology: the intersection of sports and religion, the gender dynamics of emotional repression, and the toxicity of sideline critics. We question why certain “fans” spew negative comments on social media after a tough loss and others set cars on fire after a momentous victory.

We also celebrate the inspiring side of fandom: the community it creates, the resilience it engenders, and the respect it promotes for the players putting their bodies and souls on the line. As a lifelong sports enthusiast, Ashley shares how watching football kept her connected to her dad during a tough time in her life. As a mom and wife of avid athletes, Chantal acknowledges the magic in the madness of youth sports. And, as a longtime Buffalo Bills fan, our executive producer Betsy Bloom offers an ode to Bills mafia’s enduring loyalty even in the most trying times

So, whether your mental health hinges on a win or you watch sports for the snacks, we hope you’re a fan of this episode. Stay tuned next week for our SuperBowl recap with Lisa, who undeniably earned the right to skip school the next day.

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Questions, comments, feedback? We love hearing from you, drop us a line ashley@yourmom.co. And as always, thanks for listening!

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About Chantal Below:

Chantal moved from the US to England in third grade. As an expat, she promptly began saying biscuit instead of cookie and spelling color with a ‘u’ in order to fit in. She never developed a love of cricket, but did develop a fascination with humanity, unconsciously examining how different cultures and beliefs expand or limit our choices.

After graduating from Georgetown University, she started her career as a 4th grade teacher with Teach For America, hoping to expand choices for too-often marginalized children in low-income schools. She loved the energy of the kids and the vibrancy of the community, but no one really wanted her teaching long division.

Since then, she’s been exploring the many dimensions of the human condition while avoiding math. She worked for years in the education non-profit world leading teams and developing leadership development programs. Then, she ventured out on her own and started Redcliff Coaching, Inc. She also attempts to parent three kids who are curious, compassionate, hysterical, and only vaguely pay attention to her advice. She lives in Oakland, CA.

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Your Story with Tammy Blackburn: "My life's not pink." Feb 21, 2024

“If we can have some real talk here, this is what I want to say.” So begins our conversation with Pac-12 Sports Broadcaster Tammy Blackburn, who is living with stage four metastatic breast cancer.

In this episode, Tammy illuminates the reality of living with cancer, especially the parts we tend to overlook or consider impolite to discuss: She delves into the physical pain of treatment and then emotional pain of losing control of her body. She calls out the commercialization and sexualization of the breast cancer awareness movement. And, she shares the moment she learned she would never be able to have children.

Listening to Tammy is like taking a masterclass in grace and honesty. Rather than running from reality, she has channeled her diagnosis into action, raising awareness and funds to combat this deadly disease. She loves fiercely and is fiercely loved in return (stick around until the end of the episode for first-hand testimony).

While this episode tackled heavy topics, we ended it feeling lighter. In addition to real talk about death and sacrifice, we also discussed the power of play and the necessity of balancing seriousness with silliness.

So, grab a hula hoop and some headphones and settle in for an inspiring hour with the inimitable Tammy Blackburn.

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We love you all, and as always, thanks for being here.

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Super Bowl series: Dr. Christina Mack on the science of sports, mom guilt, and female friendships Feb 14, 2024

We’re still processing the Super Bowl, but in the meantime, we wanted to share an awesome conversation from Radio Row last week in Las Vegas.

Ashley had the chance to sit down with her longtime friend Christina Mack for a conversation that touched on everything from the health benefits of team sports to letting go of “mom guilt” to the power of female friendships.

Christina is the Chief Science Officer at global healthcare company IQVIA, and a lead sports science researcher for the NFL and NBA, or as Ashley often explains it, “she has a badass job.”

A highly respected voice in the professional sports industry, she frequently presents to owners on injuries, concussions, and the safety of the game. She’s also an advocate for women in STEM, a mom of three awesome kids, and a superlative scavenger-hunt-maker.

This may be one of our shorter episodes, but it’s chock full of incredible insights about being a parent, a professional, and a friend.

Thanks as always for listening, please subscribe wherever you get your podcasts! And a reminder you can watch this episode on our YouTube channel.

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See you next week!

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Your Mom in Vegas: Lisa McCaffrey gives Super Bowl prediction & talks nerves leading into Sunday. Feb 09, 2024

Lisa McCaffrey and Ashley Adamson celebrate the two year anniversary of the show on Radio Row in Las Vegas. Come for Lisa's score prediction, stay for her innovative ideas on renewable energy.

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Ep. 61: Did someone say Super Bowl? (Mailbag) Feb 02, 2024

In case you hadn't heard, Christian McCaffrey and the 49ers are Super Bowl bound. We thought the occasion called for a mailbag episode, and the Faithful delivered.

This week we recap the highs (Christian’s record-breaking touchdowns) and lows (Lisa balling in the bathroom during half-time) of Sunday’s nail-biter NFC Championship Game against the Lions. Speaking of emotional rollercoasters, we got a little misty listening to Lisa discuss Christian’s journey to the Super Bowl and her excitement to have the whole McCaffrey family together to support him.

Your mailbag questions never disappoint, but these might have been the best yet. We cover everything from Lisa and Olivia’s game day outfits to the origin story of the iconic McCaffrey pyramid to that viral sunbathing video (if you haven’t seen it yet, you’re welcome). And while we learned that Lisa’s mom, AKA Big Momma, will not be making the trip to Vegas, she will be hosting a Super Bowl rager in Miami.

And if you’re in Vegas next week and see Ashley and Lisa celebrating Lisa’s birthday at Thunder Down Under, no you didn’t…

Go Niners!

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Ep. 60: Remembering Ella Jan 23, 2024

"They say you die twice. One time when you stop breathing and a second time, a bit later on, when somebody says your name on Earth for the last time.”

January 23rd, 2024 marks the six year anniversary of when a beautiful and brilliant young woman named Ella Thomas died by suicide. Last year, Ella's mother Martha Thomas joined Ashley and Lisa for an unforgettable conversation about love, loss and the incredible light her daughter brought to the world in the midst of her own darkness. Today we are revisiting some of that powerful interview as a way to help keep Ella’s name and memory alive.

You'll laugh as you hear Lisa McCaffrey describe how her friendship with Martha began on a recruiting trip for their sons at Stanford. You'll be inspired when you find out how Martha, her husband Chris, and their son Solomon channeled their grief into a higher purpose, as they work tirelessly to ensure no family has to suffer the pain and loss of losing a child to suicide.

To learn more about the critical work the Thomas family is doing around suicide prevention and mental health, please visit thedefensiveline.org. And if you or anyone you know is in crisis, text the word home to 741741.

We continue to hold the Thomas family and all those who are grieving a loved one in our hearts.

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Ep. 59: Here's to more side character energy in 2024 Jan 16, 2024

Our brains love a binary: extraordinary vs. ordinary, good vs. bad, motivation vs. laziness, beauty vs. brokenness. But, real life is rarely cut and dry. What do we lose in our attempt to have it all? What might we gain if we ditched the dichotomies?

Join Ashley Adamson and Chantal Below in their effort to live in the messy middle, to celebrate our scars, to acknowledge the blessings of a skinned knee, and to adopt some side character energy in 2024.

Like most things worth doing, embracing “both/and” thinking ain’t easy. It encourages us to put our problems into perspective. It challenges our core beliefs about success and satisfaction. It asks us to pay attention to ourselves and those around us.

And yet, this practice also allows us to release the pressure valve and reject the pursuit of perfection. It reminds us that, in the wise words of the great Jess Sims, “You are allowed to be a work in progress and a masterpiece at the same damn time.”

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About the hosts:

Chantal Below moved from the US to England in third grade. She never developed a love of cricket, but did develop a fascination with humanity, unconsciously examining how different cultures and beliefs expand or limit our choices.

After graduating from Georgetown University, she started her career as a 4th grade teacher with Teach For America, hoping to expand choices for too-often marginalized children in low-income schools. She loved the energy of the kids and the vibrancy of the community, but no one really wanted her teaching long division.

Since then, she’s been exploring the many dimensions of the human condition while avoiding math. She worked for years in the education non-profit world leading teams and developing leadership development programs. Then, she ventured out on her own and started Redcliff Coaching, Inc. She supports leaders in all industries - with clients at Google, Homeless Prenatal Program, and to get out of their own way and live and lead in the way they most want.

She also attempts to parent three kids who are curious, compassionate, hysterical, and only vaguely pay attention to her advice. She lives in Oakland, CA.

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Ashley Adamson is an Emmy-award winning storyteller and lead host for the Pac-12 Network. Honored by Cynopsis as a “Game Changing On-Air Talent”, her biggest achievement to date was being crowned the arm wrestling champion in third grade.

A native of Denver, CO, she earned a bachelor’s degree in English from Boston College followed by a master’s degree in broadcast journalism from Boston University.

Adamson lives in San Francisco with her very handsome husband and two young children. In 2022, she started the Your Mom™ podcast with Lisa McCaffrey to honor and celebrate the beautiful, messy randomness of motherhood. She dreams of one day becoming a professional karaoke singer in the Florida Keys.

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Ep. 58: Your Mom's Mailbag Jan 12, 2024

New year, new mailbag!

Your Mom™ made it another year, and we’re kicking it off by answering your burning questions.

Topics include the imaginary matchup of Ed’s 1994 Super Bowl champion 49ers vs. Christian’s 2024 Super Bowl contending 49ers, McCaffrey wedding planning updates (featuring Lisa’s continued determination to sit down, shut up, and wear beige), instilling confidence in kids, and manifesting YourMom’s dream guests.

If like us, you struggle with New Year’s blues, we hope this episode provides a balm, or at least a welcome distraction from your holiday hangovers.

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Ep. 57: Tis’ the season for…mixed emotions Dec 23, 2023

Tis’ the season for…mixed emotions

We’re trying to be present, while rushing to buy all the presents.

We’re treasuring moments of togetherness, while wishing for just.one.minute of alone time.

And we’re looking forward to a new year, while reflecting on the regrets of the past.

In today’s episode Ashley Adamson and Chantal Below delve into the pangs of regret and sadness that tend to surface this time of year. Rather than packing them away with the ugly ornaments, Chantal encourages us to hold space for uncomfortable feelings: “We have a tendency to lean into joy and skim over the negative emotions: resentment, regret, sadness, shame, embarrassment. And yet they live in us if we don’t let them live through us.”

Chantal’s superpower lies in her ability to reframe narratives that don’t serve us. In this instance, she encourages us to consider the upside of regret. How might regret be an opportunity for reflection? How might we grant compassion to our former selves, who were often doing the best they could with the decisions they had?

Amidst the holiday hustle and bustle, take 45 minutes for yourself to listen to this inspiring conversation. You won’t regret it.

If you’re interested in delving deeper, here are the awesome resources we mentioned in the episode:

Wishing you a peaceful, bustling, joyful, contemplative, frivolous, and fulfilling holiday season!

Pro tip: it’s not too late to buy your mom something other than a robe.

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More about Chantal Below: Chantal moved from the US to England in third grade. She never developed a love of cricket, but did develop a fascination with humanity, unconsciously examining how different cultures and beliefs expand or limit our choices.

After graduating from Georgetown University, she started her career as a 4th grade teacher with Teach For America, hoping to expand choices for too-often marginalized children in low-income schools. She loved the energy of the kids and the vibrancy of the community, but no one really wanted her teaching long division.

Since then, she’s been exploring the many dimensions of the human condition while avoiding math. She worked for years in the education non-profit world leading teams and developing leadership development programs. Then, she ventured out on her own and started Redcliff Coaching, Inc. She supports leaders in all industries - with clients at Google, Homeless Prenatal Program, and to get out of their own way and live and lead in the way they most want.

She also attempts to parent three kids who are curious, compassionate, hysterical, and only vaguely pay attention to her advice. She lives in Oakland, CA.

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Ep. 56: Niners' reporter Kate Rooney joins Your Mom™ Dec 19, 2023

Our first guest for season two is YourMom™’s biggest fan: Kate Rooney, a sports anchor for KRON4 in San Francisco and mom of two adorable kiddos: Harlow and Brady.

Kate and Ashley forged a tight bond over a decade ago during the launch of the Pac-12 Network. While Kate’s sports broadcasting career might have begun because of a hiring mix-up (full story on the pod), she’s proven that she’s a formidable talent in the field. As the host of the weekly 49ers show, “The Red and Gold Zone,” she frequently interviews Christian and was able to confirm Lisa’s allegation that he is, in fact, “a huge nerd.”

Brimming with humor and heart, our conversation with Kate touches on a wide range of topics, from the fellowship of women in the sports industry to breast-pumping in the Niners’ media room to the best karaoke song for any occasion. Come for the football scoop and stay for Kate’s Bing Crosby inspired rendition of “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year.”

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More on Kate Rooney:

A San Francisco native, Kate holds a BFA in Musical Theatre from Boston Conservatory of Music and a MA in Broadcast Journalism from the University of Southern California. Before starting at KRON4, she worked for a variety of outlets including Pac-12 Network, Comcast Hometown Network, and Spectrum Sports Network. She is a karaoke savant.

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Ep. 55: Your Story with Betsy Bloom & what teachers want parents to know Dec 05, 2023

We’re thrilled to introduce you to our executive producer, Betsy Bloom. Everyone agrees that Betsy Bloom has a name made for showbiz, so it’s only natural that she join us in front of the mic in addition to her work behind the scenes.

While Ashley and Betsy first met via their husbands (Ashley’s husband’s Chris is best friends with Betsy’s husband Mac), they quickly forged their own love affair. Ashley recalls first falling in love with Betsy when she heard Betsy recite her vows on her wedding day; while Ashley wasn’t the intended recipient of the vows, Betsy is glad they landed with such a receptive listener.

As Ashley began to brainstorm starting a storytelling company, she found herself wanting to talk through the idea with Betsy. Meanwhile, Betsy was struggling with post-pandemic teacher burnout and looking for a different creative outlet. When Ashley called to discuss working together, Betsy interpreted it as a sign from above and jumped at the opportunity. The two have been collaborating and swapping stories ever since.

Join Betsy and Ashley as they discuss the cathartic power of storytelling, interactions with online trolls, and what teachers wish parents understood about kids. Stick around until the end to hear their contingency plan should their husbands decide to run off together.

Thanks as always for listening, please rate and subscribe wherever you listen and if you'd like to watch this episode on YouTube please click here.

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More about Betsy Bloom:

As an only child with an active imagination, Betsy spent much of her time reading and inventing stories. In middle school, she was an inaugural member of the club “Spin-A-Storytellers”, and she still has the t-shirt to prove it. Her love of language continued through her time at Colgate University, where she earned a B.A, and after graduating, Betsy worked in book publishing, where she engaged with literature in a new way, working directly with authors (meeting Judy Blume remains a career highlight).

Betsy left publishing to earn a Masters in Literature from Middlebury’s Bread Loaf College of English, where she spent four summers studying stories, writing essays, and consuming obscene amounts of Vermont cheddar; she also met her husband through the program.

While earning her degree, Betsy made a career transition into teaching English; seven years later, it remains her most challenging and rewarding professional experience to date. Betsy and her husband reside in Buffalo NY, (Go Bills) where they are currently renovating a hundred-year-old home, binging The Great British Bake Off, and testing the area’s best wings.

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Ep. 54: A McCaffrey Thanksgiving to remember Nov 22, 2023

If you're feeling stressed about the holidays you've come to the right spot.

Sit back, relax and let Lisa McCaffrey tell you about that time her oven caught fire after cooking the perfect Thanksgiving meal for Claude Lemieux and his family. (Pro tip: don't clean your oven).

Ashley Adamson explains how she ended up in the hospital on Thanksgiving after breaking two bones during a game of competitive charades with her future in-laws.

And Chantal Below may need some major work on her background setup, but her stuffing recipe is DIALED.

If none of this helps soothe your holiday stress, may we recommend pouring yourself some wine, skipping to the end of the episode and enjoying our Thanksgiving moment of gratitude.

We hope you all have a safe and wonderful holiday with people you love. Please know how grateful we are for each and every one of you in our lives.

Sending love and light to all those who are missing somebody this holiday season.

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Ep. 53: Your Story with Chantal Below Nov 15, 2023

This week, Ashley introduces you to Chantal Below, who we are thrilled to have joining us as a regular contributor on season two. Chantal is a mom of three and an executive leadership coach who works with individuals and teams to challenge their own inhibiting assumptions, or, as she puts it, “giving people the space to pause, recognize their patterns, tendencies, impacts, and choices, and then make a decision about if it’s working.”

After spending time with her over the past six years, Ashley frequently proclaims that, “everyone needs a Chantal in their life”. While we work on cloning Chantal, this episode gives listeners access to her unique perspective and process. Ashley and Chantal’s conversation covers everything from our shared struggle for acceptance, the connection between our best traits and our biggest weaknesses, the power of reframing complacency, our immunity to change, and our ability to question the stories we tell ourselves. Plus, Ashley recounts a personal victory involving direct communication and trash cans.

Thanks as always for listening and please subscribe to our YouTube channel for bonus content!

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More about Chantal Below:

Chantal moved from the US to England in third grade. As an expat, she promptly began saying biscuit instead of cookie and spelling color with a ‘u’ in order to fit in. She never developed a love of cricket, but did develop a fascination with humanity, unconsciously examining how different cultures and beliefs expand or limit our choices.

After graduating from Georgetown University, she started her career as a 4th grade teacher with Teach For America, hoping to expand choices for too-often marginalized children in low-income schools. She loved the energy of the kids and the vibrancy of the community, but no one really wanted her teaching long division.

Since then, she’s been exploring the many dimensions of the human condition while avoiding math. She worked for years in the education non-profit world leading teams and developing leadership development programs. Then, she ventured out on her own and started Redcliff Coaching, Inc. She supports leaders in all industries - with clients at Google, Homeless Prenatal Program, and to get out of their own way and live and lead in the way they most want. She also attempts to parent three kids who are curious, compassionate, hysterical, and only vaguely pay attention to her advice. She lives in Oakland, CA.

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Ep. 52: Reunited and it feels so good Nov 06, 2023

Your favorite duo is back for Season 2! Join hosts Lisa McCaffrey and Ashley Adamson as they look back on the past four months and forward to the next season of Your Mom™.

Lisa shares updates on the whole McCaffrey crew: Christian’s calming perspective on the 49ers' season, Max’s phenomenal NFL coaching debut, Luke’s signature helmet toss, Dylan’s post-college business ventures (Mazda, we’re open to a sponsorship), and Ed’s latest contribution to the world of sports: Pepper Pong.

Last season’s listeners may remember Lisa manifesting Ashley losing her job at Pac-12 to focus on podcasting full time. To that we say…be careful what you wish for! As the dust settles on the conference’s dissolution, Ashley reflects on the past 11 years with her Pac-12 family and her determination to make the most of their “senior year” together.

We learned so much while recording the first season of Your Mom™. One of our key takeaways is the importance of carving out time and space to share stories. This will be our guiding principle for season 2, and we are thrilled to welcome Chantal Below and Betsy Bloom as recurring contributors on our storytelling journey.

We’re thrilled to have you along for the ride. Thanks as always for listening! Please drop us a line at ashley@yourmom.co.

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Your Mom is Back: Season Two Nov 01, 2023

Your Mom™ is back for season two!

Ashley Adamson and Lisa McCaffrey reunite to celebrate motherhood with a second season of Your Mom™. Enjoy their unfiltered conversations with moms of world class athletes and high achievers as they share personal stories of parenthood that feel both familiar and extraordinary.

We launched this podcast last year to celebrate and shine a light on motherhood. The moms we interviewed taught us a lot, but we came to realize that part of the real value of what we were doing was giving these women the space to reflect on their life experiences. They were all moms of exceptional people, but they were so exceptional themselves. After each episode, they expressed gratitude at being asked to share their story.

So this season, our north star remains motherhood. We will still be interviewing moms of highly successful people and sharing powerful stories like how Lisa McCaffrey once saved her entire soccer team from an earthquake. But we will also explore this broader notion of the power of storytelling in our lives. To help us, we’re adding two new regular contributors, Chantal Below and Betsy Bloom, who we consider experts in this field.

We are thrilled to be back, and we thank you deeply for being on this journey with us.

Please do us a favor and subscribe to the show wherever you listen to podcasts!

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Ep. 51: That's a wrap - Your Mom™'s debut season Jul 11, 2023

Join Ashley Adamson and Lisa McCaffrey as they put a bow on the first season of Your Mom™, reliving their favorite moments both on the show and behind the scenes.

We hope you enjoy this fun and nostalgic conversation celebrating the many friendships formed and countless lessons learned over the past year. Stay tuned for a special guest appearance by their dear friend and biggest champion, Kim Neel.

There are so many people to thank along the way for making this happen, but no one has our gratitude more than all of you who went on this journey with us. Whether you listened to one episode or all 55 of them, thank you deeply for supporting our work and helping us carve out a community to celebrate motherhood.

We are forever grateful to the rockstar mom guests who shared their stories, as well as to our own families for allowing us to share theirs.

A reminder that you can watch this episode on our YouTube Channel. We will keep you posted on plans for season two, but for now we say so long, have a great summer and thanks as always for listening!

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Ep. 50: The Future of Medicine with Dr. Helen Messier Jun 26, 2023

Lisa's unending journey for healthy living recently led her to discover Fountain Life, a company dedicated to revolutionizing the healthcare system in order to help people live longer and improve disease detection.

It's a lofty mission and one that our guest, Fountain Life's Chief Medical and Science Officer Dr. Helen Messier, says is fundamental to the future of medicine.

According to the American Cancer Society about 70% of all cancer deaths come from cancers for which there are currently no proven screening tests. So imagine if we could consistently find cancer at stage zero when it's most easily cured? Fountain Life claims their data-driven approach enables them to find cancer, cardiac, metabolic, and neurodegenerative disease early, before they can cause harm.

Dr. Messier received a Bachelor of Science and a PhD in Molecular Immunology from the University of Alberta. She completed post-doctoral studies at the La Jolla Institute for Allergy and Immunology in San Diego, CA and received her MD from the University of Calgary. She’s board certified in family medicine. In addition to leading the company’s clinical and scientific programs, Dr. Messier will establish Fountain Life University to train Fountain Life certified practitioners and lead the effort to gain insights and publish findings from Fountain Life’s vast amount of data. In addition to being related to the Hall of Fame hockey player Mark Messier, she found out on this episode that she's about to be related to the McCaffreys. Listen on for an informative conversation about a critical topic, which ends with a fun reveal.

To learn more about Fountain Life's mission, offerings, and locations, visit their website.

A reminder that you can watch this episode on our YouTube channel. Thanks as always for listening!

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Ep. 49: Raising Alex Morgan Jun 17, 2023

Join Ashley and Lisa on this episode of Your Mom™ as they fulfill their dream of interviewing one of the most influential moms on their bucket list. Pamela Morgan, the mother of world-renowned soccer player Alex Morgan, takes the spotlight.

Alex Morgan was named one of Time's 100 Most Influential People of 2019 and 2022, and her resume speaks for itself. She heads into her third World Cup as one of the most prolific goal scorers in U.S. soccer history. She set a unique record this past February for the most goals scored as a mom in the UWSNT.

But as you will learn through this conversation with Alex's mom, there's so much more to her story. Pam shares insights into what it was like raising Alex, offering a glimpse into her childhood [7:15]. Discover why Alex was a coach's dream and the qualities that set her apart [9:50]. Pam also opens up about the impact of Alex's global success on their family dynamic [12:00], her parenting philosophy [20:00], and why Alex chose to play soccer at Cal [21:30].

Pam shares the thing she's most proud of her daughter for and what she believes her lasting legacy will be [38:55]. She also gives an honest assessment of what she would do differently in her motherhood journey if she could go back and do it all again [48:00].

Alex Morgan has affectionately referred to her mom as Wonder Woman, and after you listen to this episode you'll understand why. Enjoy another remarkable story of motherhood, love, and success.

The US Women's National Team opens up the FIFA World Cup on July 21st in New Zealand, where they will face Vietnam.

A reminder that you can watch this episode on on YouTube Channel, thanks as always for being on this journey with us!

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Ep. 48: Two-time World Cup champion Julie Foudy kicks off Your Mom's World Cup Coverage Jun 06, 2023

If laughter really is the best medicine, please sit back and allow this conversation between Lisa McCaffrey and her former Stanford soccer teammate Julie Foudy cure whatever ails you.

Foudy is a two-time FIFA Women's World Cup champion and two-time Olympic gold medalist, but the Hall of Famer's ability to effortlessly roast her old pal with stories from their playing days is almost as impressive as anything she accomplished on the pitch.

Speaking of which, Foudy has some poignant reflections on what the United States' first Women's World Cup win in 1999 did for the sport [15:45]. But she also wonders why that watershed moment didn't catapult the growth of and investment in women's soccer at a faster rate.

Foudy gives a great primer on the upcoming 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup that kicks off next month in Australia and New Zealand [24:50]. Hear her describe the challenges the US Women's National Team will face as they try to make World Cup history with a three-peat.

And as a mom of two teenagers who play soccer and basketball, Foudy has the perfect parenting advice for anyone navigating the youth sports scene [33:33].

Please do yourself a favor and after you're done listening, go subscribe to her podcast, Laughter Permitted. We also highly recommend her book, "Choose to Matter: Being Courageously and Fabulously YOU".

A huge thank you to Julie Foudy for continuing to be courageously and fabulously HER, and helping so many young (and old) people along the way.

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Ep. 47: Honoring Logan Hale, the young Christian McCaffrey fan who inspired him to launch The Logan Project May 30, 2023

Christian McCaffrey launched The Logan Project to honor the life of Logan Preston Hale, a young superfan from Connecticut who lost his battle with childhood cancer in 2021. While Logan never had a chance to meet his NFL hero, Christian has been on a mission to ensure his legacy and name will live on forever.

This week Logan's mom Kristina Hale joins the show for a powerful interview, shedding light on who her son was and why he felt such a fierce connection to Christian from the moment he saw him play. Kristina also discusses Saturday's upcoming Logan Bowl and explains how healing Christian's kindness has been following the immeasurable loss of her son.

Be sure to stay tuned for the wonderful surprise guest appearance from Christian (44:00), as he describes to Kristina the impact her son's life is having on so many people. To see Kristina's face when he pops on, do yourself a favor and go watch this episode on our YouTube channel.

We are honored to share Logan's story, completely inspired by Christian's compassion, and we remain in total awe of Kristina's strength and heart.

Information on the Logan Bowl can be found below.

The Logan Bowl is a LIVE Madden tournament on June 3rd to benefit The Logan Project, an initiative started by the Christian McCaffrey Foundation to honor Logan Hale's dream of putting gaming consoles in children's hospitals for kids undergoing medical treatment as a way to connect with their friends and restore a sense of normalcy.

In addition to McCaffrey, who will be co-hosting the event alongside three-time Pro Bowler and Fox’s
lead NFL analyst Greg Olsen and popular Madden streamer Chris “Dubby” MacFarland, the following NFL players will be involved: Fred Warner (San Francisco 49ers), Saquon Barkley (New York
Giants), JuJu Smith-Schuster (New England Patriots), Dalvin Cook (Minnesota Vikings), and Brian Burns (Carolina Panthers). Esports and gaming production company, Wisdom Gaming, will produce the event.

START TIME: 10AM (PST)

STREAMING CHANNELS: https://twitch.tv/theloganproject

LINK TO DONATE: tiltify.com/theloganbowl

WEBSITE: theloganbowl.org

Those interested in learning more can visit christianmccaffreyfoundation.org.

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Ep. 46: Monthly Mailbag - wedding updates, empty nesting tips & Lisa's mascot dreams May 23, 2023

As always, you guys brought it with your questions for Ashley and Lisa in this month's mailbag episode. Topics include an update on Christian and Olivia's wedding plans, favorite baby names they didn't use, the key to having empathy for our own parents as they age and the importance of rediscovering ourselves when our kids leave the nest.

You can listen here to the Kelly Corrigan podcast Ashley references on Empty Nesting. We love her insight and think parents and children of all ages should listen to what she has to say on this topic.

Thanks as always for listening to Your Mom™, you can watch this episode and all our content on our YouTube channel. And we love hearing from our listeners so if you have mailbag questions for next month please drop them in our comments or email us at ashley@yourmom.co.

We love you. Please go hug a mom today!

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Ep. 45: Raising Lisa McCaffrey May 15, 2023

We couldn't think of a better way to celebrate Mother's Day than by introducing you to Lisa's Mom, Betty Conroy, aka Big Mama, aka the Queen of Key Biscayne. She has a remarkable story and offers a poignant reminder that we can call reinvent ourselves throughout the course of our lifetime.

We hope you enjoy this conversation as it captures how a shared pain between a mother and daughter can evolve into a shared vulnerability and deeper appreciation for one another.

You can watch this episode on our YouTube page.

Our biggest thanks to Betty for being one of our first guests, and for raising a fierce, loving, beautiful woman who also happens to be one hell of a podcaster.

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Ep. 44: "Tikkun Olam" - Yogi Roth pays tribute to his late mom on Mother's Day weekend May 13, 2023

Mother's Day is a time to celebrate moms, but we know for many people this holiday can also carry a sense of sadness, loneliness and nostalgia. In honor of anyone facing and grieving the loss of their own mom, Yogi Roth joins the show to pay tribute to his late mother, Devorah Channah Roth.

Yogi is an on-air college football analyst, Emmy Award-winning filmmaker, and New York Times best-selling author. But in this conversation, he is a grateful son sharing some remarkable stories about the incredible woman who raised him.

Together with Ashley in Los Angeles, Yogi describes his mom's journey as the daughter of Holocaust survivors and how she lived and embraced the Hebrew term Tikkun Olam, which means "repair the world."

Yogi's words remind us that even if when a mother is no longer with us in a physical sense, her love and light can live on forever through her children.

When Yogi launched his first podcast LIFE WITHOUT LIMITS, his first guest was his mom. As you listen to this episode, which includes excerpts from that interview, we urge you to write down questions you have for your mom or someone close to you. And then call them.

A reminder you can watch this on our YouTube channel.

We hope you enjoy this touching conversation and may we all continue to do our part to help repair the world.

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Ep. 43: Ashley's Mom in Paris May 09, 2023

"A jug of Wine, a Loaf of Bread—and Thou."

Ashley finally convinces her mom to sit down for an interview. All it took was a trip to Paris, an iconic backdrop and a bottle (or two) of Chablis.

We hope you enjoy this honest, affectionate, meandering mother-daughter conversation in which one thing is clear- the apple does not fall far from the tree.

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Ep. 42: Bonnie Bernstein May 03, 2023

This week, Ashley and Lisa are joined by award-winning sports journalist Bonnie Bernstein to discuss a topic near and dear to their hearts. Inspired by a study that found 94% of female C-suite executives played competitive sports in their youth, Bonnie shares insights from her new Audible Originals series called She Got Game: Inspiring Women, Inspired by Sports.

Bonnie's adorable mom, Lois, also joins the conversation and shares how surprised she was when her daughter chose sports journalism over pursuing a career in classical music at Juilliard. Don't be surprised if the room gets a little dusty at the end, when mom and daughter share what they most admire about each other.

Bonnie is recognized by the American Sportscasters Association as one of the most accomplished female journalists in her field. The founder and CEO of Walk Swiftly Productions spent two decades of her Emmy-Award winning career at ESPN and CBS, and was the first person who inspired Ashley to pursue a career in sports broadcasting.

We know you will love She Got Game, so please check it out and give it a review! Our huge thanks to Bonnie and Lois for helping Your Mom kick off a special month of Mother's Day coverage.

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Ep. 41: Raising Bijan Robinson Apr 26, 2023

The NFL Draft kicks off tomorrow and this is the draft preview Your Mom has been waiting for.

Cleyrissa Robinson manages her nephew Bijan, a star running back out of Texas who is projected to be a top-10 pick on Thursday. She joins Ashley and Lisa from her hotel room in Kansas City to discuss how Bijan and her family are getting ready for one of the most memorable nights of their lives.

If you need a rooting interest or a reason to care about the NFL Draft, this is the episode for you. The entire interview is a poignant reminder of how special this week is for families watching a loved one realize their dream.

Our thanks to Cleyrissa for sharing her time during such a crazy, chaotic, thrilling week. Good luck to Bijan and all the young men who are waiting to hear their name called!

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Ep. 40: Finding Purpose in Pain; CEO Heather Vandenberghe joins Your Mom Apr 19, 2023

Fourteen years ago Heather Vandenberghe was a single mom living in New York, thriving in a high profile career as Senior Vice President of Marketing for Louis Vuitton. But one afternoon in September of 2009, her entire life changed as she came out of a meeting to several missed phone calls bearing the type of excruciating news every parent fears.

Her youngest daughter Elle was in the hospital after being hit by a car while on her scooter. Her three-year-old spent two weeks in a medically-induced coma, four months in an ICU and ultimately endured ten brain surgeries. "That is why I'll never miss another phone call in my life," Heather explained during this inspiring interview which highlights a mother using pain as fuel to create meaningful change.

Elle is now 17 and while she still deals with complications from the accident, her mom is grateful the daily struggles are mostly focused on typical teenage stuff, like trying (and failing) to smooth out those unsightly bumps in her daughter's ponytail before school.

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Heather Vandenberghe lives in LA and is currently the CEO of Flexpower, the founding partner of Your Mom™ and the first company to invest and support our mission of celebrating motherhood.

Don't forget Mother's Day is right around the corner and if you want a mom in your life to feel good, may we recommend Flexpower's fabulous Mother's Day gift set. Use our code YM20 for 20% off your first purchase!

Thanks as always for listening, and our deep thanks to Heather for sharing her journey. You can watch this episode on our YouTube channel and please be sure to follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn and Facebook for bonus content!

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Ep. 39: Your Mom-In-Law; Lisa reacts to Christian McCaffrey and Olivia Culpo's engagement! Apr 12, 2023

Lisa McCaffrey has always dreamed of having a daughter and that wish finally came true after her son proposed to his longtime girlfriend and former Miss Universe, Olivia Culpo. Hear Lisa's hilarious behind the scenes stories about how the engagement came together, why Olivia is the perfect match for her son, and what marriage advice she would give the newly engaged couple.

In case you missed it, be sure to check out Episode 19 with Olivia and her mom Susan.

Huge congrats to Christian and Olivia and please send all your ideas for Lisa's Mother of the Groom dress and tiara to emailyourmompodcast@gmail.com.

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Ep. 38: Go to Bed Apr 05, 2023

When Ashley and Lisa found out an avid supporter of Your Mom™ listens to the show while falling asleep, they felt inspired to dedicate a full episode to helping people go to bed.

Come for their sweet soulful lullabies and stay for the Instagram poll result that caused Lisa to soften her hardline stance on golf.

You can watch this episode on our YouTube channel and please be sure to follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn and Facebook for bonus content!

Thanks as always for listening, we love hearing from you! Please drop us a line and tell us your favorite lullabies and bedtime tips at emailyourmompodcast@gmail.com.

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Ep. 37: Sam Ponder and her mom Cindi Steele Mar 31, 2023

Do yourself a favor and grab a notebook and pen before listening to this episode. ESPN Sunday NFL Countdown host Sam Ponder and her mom, Cindi Steele, deliver invaluable insights on love, regret, honesty, faith, and the power of shared vulnerability between a mother and daughter.

Sam reveals some great stories about the humble beginnings of her successful sports broadcasting career, as well as some EPIC anecdotes about her lightning quick courtship and marriage to NFL quarterback Christian Ponder.

This show is a must-listen for all aspiring sportscasters. It also offers tangible advice for anyone hoping to have a better adult relationship with their own parent. And all of you looking for true love in your twitter DMs? This is the podcast for you.

You can watch this episode on our YouTube channel and please be sure to follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn and Facebook for bonus content every week!

Thanks as always for listening, we love hearing from you! Please drop us a line at emailyourmompodcast@gmail.com.

And a massive thanks to Sam and Cindi for showing us the beautiful, messy, roundabout, rewarding journey of motherhood.

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Ep. 36: Lisa & Ashley take questions from their kids Mar 22, 2023

We've got a special Mom Madness edition of our monthly mailbag episode as Ashley and Lisa answer questions from their children! As expected the kids delivered some thought-provoking queries. Enjoy this WIDE ranging mailbag episode and stay tuned for Christian's poignant question to his mom, which left Lisa reflecting on her parenting style.

Thanks so much for listening, you can watch this episode and all our content on our YouTube channel. We absolutely love hearing from our listeners. If you have mailbag questions for next month please drop them in our comments or email us at ashley@yourmom.co.

And as always, go hug a mom!

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Ep. 35: Raising Ndamukong Suh Mar 16, 2023

Bernadette Suh has a fascinating story. Born in Jamaica and raised by her grandparents, she didn't meet her own mother until she moved to the U.S. when she was 15 years old. After living with her parents for three years in Boston, Bernadette moved across the country to go to college in Oregon. She started a career in Early Childhood Education, got married, and had two gifted children of her own.

Her daughter Ngum Suh, played soccer at Mississippi State and was a member of the Cameroon women's national team. Her son Ndamukong Suh was an All-American defensive lineman at Nebraska. One of the most decorated players in college football history, he was drafted second overall by the Detroit Lions in 2010. Suh has played for five NFL teams, competed in three Super Bowls, and in 13 NFL seasons has never missed a game because of an injury. He is currently with the Philadelphia Eagles.

Bernadette opens up about her childhood, how she raised her kids, and what she worried the most about as a mom. She divulges the one thing she wishes she had known before she got divorced, but also details why she is cherishing retirement and this current phase of life on her own. As an Early Childhood Educator for nearly 35 years, she has a unique take on the one thing she believes many parents are getting wrong.

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For more background on Ndamukong Suh's business ventures that are discussed, we encourage you to listen to this interview with Bloomberg Sports.

You can learn more about the amazing work Bernadette is doing with PFPMA by visiting their website, https://www.pfpma.org/

Thanks for listening and please go hug a mom today!

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Ep. 34: Raising Dorian Thompson-Robinson Mar 07, 2023

Former Bishop Gorman star and UCLA quarterback Dorian Thompson-Robinson rewrote the record books during his college career with the Bruins. But on his way to becoming UCLA's all-time leader in passing yards, total yards, completions, and touchdowns, his mom opens up about how much outside criticism - and blatant racism - her son has endured as a Black quarterback.

Melva Thompson-Robinson, DrPH, is a tenured professor and Advisor of Equity, Inclusion, and Justice to the Dean of the UNLV School of Nursing. She joins the show a couple days after watching her son throw the fastest ball in the history of the NFL combine.

A mom of three, Melva shares a wealth of advice for parents trying to help their kids navigate the college recruiting process. An active voice on twitter, she talks about dealing with detractors and how she decides when to walk away, and when to swing back at anonymous critis online.

Her stories and insights on what it means to be a Black American in 2023 are essential, and the work she is doing to help promote health equity in communities of color is inspirational.

Our deep thanks to Melva for joining Your Mom, to BodyArmor for their continued support of the show, and to you, our fabulous and beautiful listeners!

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Solomon Thomas is our NFL Man of the Year [Super Bowl series] Mar 01, 2023

Your Mom's Super Bowl bonus week coverage rolls on with a two-for-one special, featuring two of the most special people we know.

Solomon Thomas and his mom Martha joined the set in Phoenix before hitting the red carpet for the NFL Honors awards ceremony last month. Solomon was the 2022 New York Jets' nominee for the Walter Payton Man of the Year Award and - like any man of the year would - he invited his mom to be his plus one.

Solomon played football with Lisa's son Christian at Stanford, and you can tell by some of the stories that start flying just how many memories these two families have shared.

The Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award is one of the league's most prestigious honors, recognizing an NFL player for outstanding community service activities off the field, as well as excellence on the field. Solly may not have won that award this year, but he's officially Your Mom's NFL Man of the Year and we think that's the vote that really matters anyways.

To learn more about the critical work Solomon and his family are doing to honor his late sister Ella, please go to their website: https://thedefensiveline.org/. And congrats again to Solomon, the inaugural Your Mom NFL Man of the Year!

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Parenting Gems from High Performance Psychologist Dr. Michael Gervais [Super Bowl series] Feb 28, 2023

Our Super Bowl bonus coverage continues with Dr. Michael Gervais, a high performance psychologist who offers some of the most poignant parenting insights we've heard on this show.

Gervais trains the mindset skills and practices essential to optimal human performance. His clients include world record holders, Olympians, internationally acclaimed artists and musicians, MVPs from every major sport and Fortune 100 CEOs. Now he can officially add Lisa McCaffrey to his resume.

Gervais helps Lisa explore her game-day anxiety and why "arousal regulation" is they key to owning and controlling all of our experiences in life. He shares Ashley's favorite parenting analogy and explains why one of the most powerful moments as a parent is the car ride home.

Keep your eye out for his upcoming book on FOPO (Fear Of People's Opinions) which comes out later this year with Harvard Business Review. And if you aren't already a subscriber, go check out Gervais' fabulous podcast, Finding Mastery. You can thank us later.

This is Super Bowl bonus week on Your Mom. We'll be back to our regular scheduled programming next Tuesday!

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Jake Plummer is on a functional mushroom mission [Super Bowl series] Feb 28, 2023

We're excited to bring you this conversation with former NFL quarterback Jake Plummer and Pat Tillman Foundation CEO Dan Futrell.

After a ten year career in the NFL, Jake is on a mission to help people heal and find balance through functional mushrooms. He talks with Ashley and Lisa about UMBO, his functional mushroom supplement company and shares why he is so passionate about destigmatizing the use of mushrooms.

Jake also remains dedicated to honoring his friend and former Arizona State teammate, the late Pat Tillman. He and Dan Futrell, a former Ranger-qualified Infantry Officer and platoon leader who now leads the Pat Tillman Foundation, are committed to carrying on Pat's legacy. Dan details some of the critical work the Foundation is doing with their scholarship program, whose mission is to identify remarkable veterans and military spouses as the next generation of leaders and help them scale their impact as they enter their next chapter of service through academic scholarships, leadership development, and a global community of supporters.

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This is Super Bowl bonus week on Your Mom. We'll be back to our regular scheduled programming next Tuesday!

ps. Jake's mom Marilyn Plummer was one of our favorite interviews on the show, so go check out episode 6 if you missed it!

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Ep. 33: You've Got Mail(bag) Feb 22, 2023

You all brought the heat with your questions in this month's mailbag episode. Hear Ashley and Lisa answer a wide array of listener inquiries including: the biggest thing they've learned from motherhood, how many kids Lisa hopes Christian has, Ashley's advice to an aspiring broadcaster and how to have an easy labor [spoiler: you don't].

You may notice that for every question in this mailbag, Destiny's Child seemingly had the answer.

Dylan McCaffrey (Lisa's third son) makes a surprise guest appearance as part of the mailbag Q&A and the moms relive some of their favorite moments from an unforgettable week in Phoenix for Super Bowl LVII.

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Shannon Sharpe reminisces about his Power Ranger buddy Christian McCaffrey [Super Bowl Series] Feb 18, 2023

3X Super Bowl Champion Shannon Sharpe remembers playing Power Rangers with two-year-old Christian McCaffrey in the Broncos locker room back in the day. The Hall of Famer admits he had no idea that little guy would grow up to become one of the preeminent players in the NFL.

Enjoy this nostalgic trip down memory lane as Shannon comes correct on all sorts of McCaffrey family topics, including the fact that Lisa is a better athlete than her husband Ed.

Come for the stories and stay for Shannon's heartwarming tribute to his late grandmother, Mary Porter.

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Ep. 32: Ed McCaffrey [Super Bowl Series] Feb 15, 2023

The 3X Super Bowl Champ dishes on everything from his new role as a stay at home husband to why he needed medical attention after one of his children was born. Ed discusses his favorite Super Bowl memory and the thing he admires most about Lisa is as a mom.

Bronco fans will be excited to hear his thoughts on the hiring of Sean Payton and why it should be Super Bowl or bust every season in Denver.

Your Mom™ was so impressed with Ed's work behind the scenes he's been offered the show's first ever unpaid internship. We're excited to see what he does with the opportunity.

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Ep. 31: Christian McCaffrey makes his debut on Your Mom [Super Bowl Series] Feb 12, 2023

Enjoy a playful side of Christian McCaffrey that fans don't always get to see as the NFL star shares stories and dishes it right back to his quick-witted mom (no idea where he gets that).

You can watch the full interview on our YouTube Channel.

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Ep. 30: Super Bowl Takeover Feb 11, 2023

Your Mom™ takes over Radio Row. Ashley and Lisa kick off their week with a preview of some great guests and interviews. We are excited to announce two exciting new partnerships, our thanks to Flexpower and BODYARMOR for working with us to help empower moms!

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The McCaffrey family has been on board with BODYARMOR for many years because they offer the best in sports hydration.

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Ep. 29: Adam and Shirley Schefter Feb 02, 2023

If you've ever watched ESPN you know who Adam Schefter is. But this interview with the Senior NFL Insider and his mom Shirley will introduce you to a whole new side of one of the most famous faces in sports media.

Lisa describes how she launched Adam's career by putting him on the map when he was a young sportswriter covering her husband Ed and the Denver Broncos in the '90s. Adam shares some hilarious stories and touching insights about his personal and professional journey, including why he used to invite his parents to stay in his hotel room with him when he first starting covering the Super Bowl.

And while Adam's interview is fantastic, the real fun starts when he signs off and his mom Shirley takes center stage.

Lisa also discusses how the McCaffrey family is doing after a tough weekend in Philadelphia at the NFC Championship, including some big picture perspective and gratitude for how her son Christian was able to close out the season with the Niners.

Make sure you're subscribed to our YouTube channel and stay tuned for all the great content coming from our first road show, as Your Mom is headed to Phoenix for Super Bowl week!

And after listening if anyone is interested in meeting Adam's brother Jordan Schefter...let us know...

Links:

Watch this full episode on YouTube.

Adam Schefter's book: The Man I Never Met.

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Ep. 28: Raising George Kittle Jan 27, 2023

Jan Krieger clearly remembers the first time she really saw her four-year-old son's vibrant personality come out. At a Wisconsin football game, the band started playing and little George began dancing in the aisle, captivating strangers who were so delighted they started throwing quarters to him. Two decades later George Kittle is still dancing, but is now captivating millions of fans as one of the most entertaining (and dominating) players in the NFL.

Thanks to a mid-season trade by the Niners, the four-time Pro Bowl Tight End is now teammates with Lisa's son Christian McCaffrey in San Francisco. Hear Jan and Lisa explain how their sons - who are one win away from taking the 49ers to Super Bowl LVII - became fast friends in a locker room full of superstars.

Growing up with nine sisters on a farm in Iowa, Jan opens up about her own journey starting a family, including how she first laid eyes on her future husband through a pair of binoculars at a football game. Jan answers listener questions about how she raised George and his sister Emma to be the successful, curious, creative, thoughtful adults they are today. And be sure to stick around for the end, as George and Emma share what they love and appreciate most about their mom.

We highly encourage you to check out the Kittle family podcast Hidden Gems, as they are on a mission to unite the world through storytelling.

Special shoutout and big thanks to Chris Kamrani and The Athletic for a fabulous writeup this week on Your Mom's origin story.

Thanks as always for listening, remember you can check out this episode on our YouTube page, and be sure to tune in next week for a big announcement!

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Ep. 27: Your Mom's a Mailbag Jan 20, 2023

Ashley and Lisa answer a wide – and we mean WIDE – variety of listener questions in our first ever mailbag episode. Topics include Christian McCaffrey’s most embarrassing moment, whether or not you should eat mushrooms with your kids, and what Ashley and Lisa would tell their younger selves.

Thanks to all who submitted a question! If you have a topic you’d like covered in the future, drop us an email at ashley@yourmom.co and we’ll try to get it in our next mailbag.

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Ep. 26: Mama Bosa Jan 12, 2023

Curious what it takes to raise two superstar NFL pass rushers? Cheryl Bosa is here with the answers. Our first interview of 2023 features the incredible woman who raised Joey and Nick Bosa.

Cheryl opens up about what she did as a mom that really made a difference, what she would do differently if she could go back and do it over again, and why she was so strict with her boys when they were growing up.

Come for the hilarious origin story of the famous Bosa shrug celebration _(ツ)_/¯ and stay for the best gender reveal story of all time.

Joey Bosa is a defensive end for the Los Angeles Chargers. His younger brother Nick is a defensive end for the San Francisco 49ers, and is the odds-on favorite to be named NFL Defensive Player of the Year next month.

A reminder you can watch this episode on Your Mom™'s YouTube channel.

Good luck to both Bosa boys this weekend in the playoffs, thanks as always for listening and please subscribe so you don't miss out on Your Mom!

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Ep. 25: Big Things Ahead for You and Your Mom™ Jan 06, 2023

Ashley and Lisa ring in the New Year by unveiling some big plans for the show. We want 2023 to be a year we all make some progress on our bucket lists and Your Mom™ is here to help you take the first step. Take a listen and send us those three things you've always wanted to do!

Hope you enjoy the episode and please excuse Ashley's "parenting" as her son Collins makes a few guest appearances.

Happy New Year to our wonderful listeners, we love you all!

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Watching Damar Hamlin's injury as an NFL mom Jan 05, 2023

Lisa McCaffrey describes what it was like to watch Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin go into cardiac arrest during Monday's game against Cincinnati. She opens up about the scariest moment she's had at a game and discusses how she manages the emotional toll that comes with having four sons who play football.

Hamlin is showing signs of improvement and his toy drive fundraiser page has received more than 7 million dollars in donations over the last three days.

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Ep. 24: Love, Relationships and Karaoke Dec 28, 2022

Our final show of 2022 hits all the notes. Relationship advice? Check. Ashley’s secret to a loving marriage? Check. Hot karaoke tips and a window into Ed McCaffrey’s double life as an underground karaoke guru? Check, check.

In this episode Ashley and Lisa attempt to answer one of the biggest parenting enigmas: how to help our kids maneuver love and relationships.

Episode note: this was recorded one very late night in October when Ashley and Lisa were together in Colorado. A couple of the references may be dated, but the life lessons are… timeless. A reminder you can watch all our episodes on our YouTube channel.

Happy New Year to all our listeners, thanks for being on this journey with us- we’ll be back to our regular scheduled programming next week detailing some big plans for Your Mom™ in 2023!

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Ep. 23: Big Time Adulting with Caitlin Murray Dec 20, 2022

Sit back, get yourself a snack and turn up the volume because you're about to have a great day. Caitlin Murray, the hilarious mastermind behind @BigTimeAdulting joins Your Mom™ to discuss everything from her favorite snack, to where she finds inspiration for her viral Instagram videos to why she married a guy who looks like Christian McCaffrey.

Funny, vulnerable, and full of wisdom, Caitlin also opens up about her son's cancer diagnosis and helps us remember why we need to let go of crap we can't control and enjoy our lives.

The self-proclaimed foul-mouthed mother of three keeps it real like only Your Mom can. Be sure to check out her Big Time Adulting podcast and don't forget that you can watch all our episodes on Your Mom's YouTube Channel. Enjoy!

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Ep. 22: Your Mom's Holiday Gift Guide Dec 14, 2022

We get it. Buying meaningful gifts for everyone on your list can be overwhelming. And expensive. If you're feeling stressed about holiday presents this year or (gasp) maybe you haven't bought any yet - this conversation is for you.

Ashley and Lisa open up about some of the most interesting Christmas presents they've received from their spouses. Ashley's fabulous sister-in-law Kate makes a special guest appearance as they reminisce about an unforgettable Christmas they spent together before becoming family.

Above all, just remember it's the thought that counts...for the most part.

Wishing you and yours the happiest of holidays, hope you find and cherish those moments of joy and peace amidst the chaos!

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Ep. 21: Forget the Heisman; we're here for the Hutchman Dec 06, 2022

If there was a Heisman Trophy for motherhood, Melissa Hutchinson would have our vote. In anticipation of this week's Heisman ceremony in New York, Ashley and Lisa chat with the mother of last year's runner-up, Aidan Hutchinson. Aidan was a standout defensive end at Michigan and is currently thriving as a rookie in the NFL with his hometown Detroit Lions.

Having competed in Miss Teen USA as Miss Michigan, Melissa has poignant insight on why the Heisman Trophy and NFL Draft process have more in common with beauty pageants than you might think.

In this wide-ranging interview Melissa opens up about her parenting philosophy, what it was like raising three children while pursuing a career in photography, and her steadfast commitment to faith and fulfilling their higher purpose as a family.

Also, Lisa manifests another big win that came to fruition this past weekend.

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Ep. 20: Lisa Goes Skydiving Nov 30, 2022

Lisa conquers her fear of flying...by jumping out of a plane. How a knock on her door late one night led to her skydiving with the Wings of Blue at the U.S. Air Force Academy. Shoutout to NBC Sports Bay Area's Jennifer Lee Chan for making it happen.

Ashley and Lisa also catch up on the college football coaching carousel and discuss what's next for her husband Ed McCaffrey after his time as head coach at Northern Colorado comes to an end.

Thanks as always for listening, please check out Your Mom™ on YouTube and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts!

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Ep. 19: Olivia Culpo's Mom Nov 21, 2022

Following the recent launch of a reality TV show featuring her three daughters, Susan Culpo discusses how "The Culpo Sisters" came to be, why she finally agreed to be part of the show, and what surprised her during the filming of the series.

Susan's middle daughter Olivia - who has been dating Lisa's son Christian McCaffrey for three years - makes a special guest appearance to share her favorite thing about her mom. The former Miss Universe also opens up about what initially drew her to Christian (spoiler: it wasn't his wardrobe) and why she credits Lisa for "creating the guy I love."

“The Culpo Sisters” airs Mondays at 9 p.m. ET on TLC and Discovery Plus.

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Ep. 18: What the Mom of an Epileptic Child Wants You to Know Nov 15, 2022

Sarah Thompson lives every moment on high alert. Such is the reality of a parent raising a child with epilepsy. Her son Bryson was diagnosed as a drug-resistant epileptic six years ago, and despite suffering near daily seizures, his diagnosis has not defined him.

During National Epilepsy Awareness Month, Sarah joins the show to discuss the mental and physical toll epilepsy takes on a family and what she wishes everyone knew about the brain disorder that impacts over 3 million people in the United States. Ashley shares her personal experience with epilepsy and why she felt connected to the Thompson family from the moment she met Sarah.

In addition to raising Bryson and his three siblings, Sarah is also a second mom to an entire college football team. The wife of the Cal running backs coach, and the daughter of an NFL star offensive lineman, Sarah uncovers she and Lisa share many common threads.

The Pac-12 Network feature referenced in the interview can be found here. To learn more about the non-profit Bryson and his older brother Brock started, please visit Helmets4Helmets.com.

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Ep. 17: Steph Curry's Mom Nov 08, 2022

A month before Steph Curry won his fourth NBA championship with the Golden State Warriors, his mom Sonya released a memoir detailing her journey from growing up in poverty in rural Virginia to becoming a first generation college graduate to raising three immensely gifted children with her now ex-husband, Dell Curry.

Sonya opens up to Ashley and Lisa about what it's been like being on her own for the first time in 40 years. She shares insight on why she wrote Fierce Love, what she learned about herself in the process, and why she chose not to include her divorce in the book.

We know you'll be as inspired as we were by this strong mother as she reveals her keys to finding joy, connecting with faith and rediscovering your purpose.

Sonya's book is called Fierce Love: A Memoir of Family, Faith, and Purpose.

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Ep. 16: Lisa's fired up for Christian's new chapter with the Niners Oct 31, 2022

Ashley visits Lisa in Colorado for Your Mom's first annual Halloween special.

In their first show since manifesting Christian McCaffrey's trade to the 49ers, Lisa describes how everything went down behind the scenes. Hear why she thought her son was going to the Rams, how she found out about the Niners and why she's thrilled for this new chapter with Jimmy G and company in the "Bae" Area.

Given the costumes and visual nature of this podcast, we highly advise watching this episode on our <a href="http://Ashley visits Lisa in Colorado for Your Mom™'s first annual Halloween special. In their first show since manifesting Christian McCaffrey's trade to the 49ers, Lisa describes how everything went down behind the scenes. Hear why she thought her son was going to the Rams, how she found out about the Niners and why she's thrilled for this new chapter with Jimmy G and company in the "Bae" Area. Given the costumes, we highly advise watching this episode on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzgasNaInTz0zqsmk0FNYWw/videos">YouTube channel.

Thanks as always for listening and Happy Halloween!

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Ep. 15: Lisa convinces Mama Shanahan to trade for her son Oct 21, 2022

That escalated quickly. One day after Lisa invites Kyle Shanahan's mom on the show, the San Francisco 49ers make a trade for her son Christian McCaffrey.

The relationship between the McCaffrey and Shanahan families run deep, as evidenced by this delightfully prescient conversation with Peggy Shanahan.

Ashley's masterplan to get Lisa to the Bay Area is now complete, please stay tuned for their SF apartment hunting episode in the coming weeks.

Thanks as always for listening and most importantly, congrats to CMC on a new chapter and welcome back to the Bay!

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Ep. 14: Lisa's Reaction to Trade Rumors Oct 18, 2022

It’s an interesting time to be Christian McCaffrey’s mom right now. Lisa discusses the NFL trade rumors swirling around her son and why a tweet from Adam Schefter sent her Saturday into chaos. Hear how Christian is handling the media reports and why Ashley is trying to get him traded to the 49ers.

And on the heels of Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day, Lisa opens up about the pain of her own miscarriage. Given that one in four women will lose a baby during pregnancy, delivery or infancy, Ashley and Lisa discuss the importance of raising awareness and creating open dialogue to ensure women know they are never alone.

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Ep. 13: Megan Rapinoe's Mammer Jammers Oct 11, 2022

If there was a gold medal for caretaking and motherhood, Denise Rapinoe would have one, two or maybe seven since that’s how many kids she’s raised. The mother of two-time World Cup Champion and Olympic gold medalist Megan Rapinoe, Denise opens up about how humbling motherhood can be no matter how successful your child becomes. Denise shares her unique parenting journey that began when her own mom and dad passed away when she was young.

Mammer Jammers, as Megan affectionally calls her, is one of the warmest, most infectious people we have interviewed. Her story is amazing and is still unfolding.

Don't forget to subscribe to Your Mom™ wherever you listen to podcasts, and thanks for being on this journey with us.

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Ep. 12: The Mom in the Arena Oct 04, 2022

Ashley and Lisa reflect on what they have learned so far from the brilliant moms they've interviewed. The jury is still out on the great nature vs. nurture debate, but they are getting closer to figuring it all out. Lisa opens up about the loneliness of motherhood and shares some timely parenting advice with Ashley.

Ashley congratulates Lisa on finally figuring out how to subscribe to her own podcast. And if Lisa can do it, so can you. Please subscribe to Your Mom™ wherever you listen and be sure to check out our video podcasts on YouTube!

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Ep. 10: Solomon Thomas' Mom Sep 27, 2022

As Suicide Awareness Month comes to a close, Your Mom™ shifts gears this week. Lisa and Ashley speak with a mom who is championing the fight for Suicide Prevention.

Martha Thomas, mother of NFL defensive lineman Solomon Thomas, lost her daughter Ella to suicide in 2018. In this wide-ranging interview, Martha opens up about the bright light Ella brought to the world, the darkness of her mental healthy journey (26:00) and what she wants all of us to understand about suicide (47:11). Learn about the family's non-profit 'The Defensive Line' which aims to reduce the stigma of talking about mental health and in turn reduce the number of suicides among young people, especially those of color (52:33).

There is something for everyone in this powerful interview. You'll laugh as you hear stories about how Lisa and Martha's friendship began at Stanford (4:06 ), and you'll be inspired by the way Martha channeled her grief and pain into a higher purpose, as she works to ensure no family has to suffer the pain and loss of losing a child to suicide.

To learn more about The Defensive Line go to https://thedefensiveline.org/

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Ep. 9: Something To Talk About Sep 20, 2022

Lisa partied too hard this past weekend and is now nursing an injury. Ashley is struggling to find the right karaoke bar for her talents. As always, Your Mom™ covers a lot of range this week including how to handle other kids mistreating your child, the role of music in family relationships, and the maybe the biggest question of all: why do people even have kids? Stories abound as both Bonnie Raitt and Ariana Grande find their way into the discussion and Producer TJ makes his debut in a bonus segment at the end.

The book Ashley references as her favorite child-rearing read is called Blessings of a Skinned Knee by Wendy Mogel.

Be sure to reach out to @adamsonashley or @LisaMcCaffrey6 on twitter with any comments or questions for the show. You can also email us at emailyourmompodcast@gmail.com.

We hope you enjoy and as always, thanks for listening to Your Mom™ .

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Episode 8: Trey McBride's Moms Sep 13, 2022

Buckle up for a double dose of Your Mom™ as Ashley and Lisa meet up in Colorado with Jen and Kate McBride, the first same-sex couple to raise an NFL player. They share some incredible stories about what it was like raising five kids in a small town (12:50), the backlash the kids received growing up (45:12) and how life has changed since their son Trey earned notoriety following his All-American season at Colorado State and got drafted by the Arizona Cardinals in April (28:29).
Seemingly no topic is off limits in this hilarious and honest interview as the McBrides deliver a masterclass in how to raise a loving, generous, tight-knit family.

Plus Lisa gives an update on how Christian is feeling after the Panthers' heartbreaking loss to the Browns in week 1 of the NFL season.

Please reach out to @adamsonashley or @LisaMcCaffrey6 on twitter with any comments or questions for the show, and you can always email us at emailyourmompodcast@gmail.com.

As always, thanks for listening and go call Your Mom!

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Episode 7: Memories From A Fish Tank Sep 06, 2022

When Your Mom starts telling stories, you never quite know where the conversation will lead. Join Ashley and Lisa as they discuss how to cure childhood illnesses, if Lisa successfully conquered her anxiety on football days last weekend and in an effort to share how special grandmothers are, Ashley accidentally spills her most embarrassing story from adolescence.

And don't miss a couple bonus appearances from Ashley's three year old who was home sick at the time of this recording.

Be sure to reach out to @adamsonashley or @lisamccaffrey on social media with any comments or questions for the show and you can always email us at emailyourmompodcast@gmail.com!

Thanks as always for listening to Your Mom and we'll see you next week!

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Episode 6: Jake Plummer's Mom Aug 30, 2022

Your Mom™ takes an unusual turn this week as Ashley and Lisa dive into the world of psychedelic and medicinal mushrooms with Jake Plummer’s mom.
Marilyn Plummer details her son’s improbable journey from star NFL quarterback to mushroom farmer. Hear why her youngest of three boys has become one of the most high profile advocates of the plant-based medicine movement (9:12).
Lisa shares some hilarious memories of Jake from the year he was teammates with her husband in Denver (25:22), including the time they bought him a live snake for his birthday (7:00).
Plus, Lisa debates if taking mushrooms would help ease her anxiety during football season (19:11).
Be sure to stick around to hear a message from Jake as he shares what makes his mom so special (1:00:12).

To find out more about Jake’s new venture, visit www.mycolove.farm

And as always, thanks for supporting Your Mom™. We'll see you next week!

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Episode 5: The Earring, The Guilt and The Peregrine Falcon Aug 23, 2022

What do "mom guilt," Hello Fresh and Peregrine falcons have in common? Your Mom! This week Ashley and Lisa discuss how to handle "mom guilt," reminisce on the Pac-12 Networks' 10-year anniversary and how Ashley is the "queen of the Pac-12 Network," tell stories about Ed McCaffrey you won't hear anywhere else and Lisa talks about Christian's most memorable game.

If you'd like to reach out or get your questions answered contact Ashley (@adamsonashley) and Lisa (@lisamccaffrey) on social media!

11:35 - Mom Guilt
20:15 - Reflecting on 10 years at the Pac-12 Networks
24:50 - Ed McCaffrey attempting to cook with Hello Fresh
27:00 - The Peregrine falcon
38:21 - Christian McCaffrey's most memorable game

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Episode 4: Ryan Leaf's Mom Aug 16, 2022

Ryan Leaf was an All-American quarterback at Washington State University. He was the No. 2 overall NFL Draft pick by the San Diego Chargers in 1998. A few years later, he was known as the No. 1 overall NFL Draft bust.
Much has been written about the small town, big-armed quarterback from Montana who went from living out his dream to enduring life in prison. Today, we hear a uniquely intimate perspective on that journey, as Ryan's mom joins the show.

Marcia Leaf tells Ashley and Lisa about some of the joyful moments, like the time she crowd-surfed at one of Ryan's games. She also opens up about some of her most painful memories and regrets, including being in denial as Ryan struggled with drug addiction.

Today, Ryan advocates for those struggling with mental and behavioral health issues. He’s found purpose in his career as a college football analyst and - more importantly - in his role as a father.

Come listen to this emotional journey like you've never heard it before. Through the eyes of Ryan's mom.

26:30- Ryan's phone call to Peyton Manning in college
28:08- Marcia crowd surfing.
31:50 - The significance of Ryan asking his dad to tie his tie.
51:00 - Marcia explains why prison was the best thing that happened to her son.
52:40 - Marcia describes her Sunday “prison hangovers”
54:50- The change she saw in Ryan after he got out of prison
1:02:32- The one thing Marcia would change, as a mother, if she could go back in time and do it all again.
1:07:32 - What Ryan says is his favorite thing about Marcia.

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Episode 3: Your Mom's Preseason Blues Aug 09, 2022

Football season is upon us and that means one thing. Stress for Lisa McCaffrey. Ashley and Lisa discuss what it's like for moms and wives of coaches and athletes as football season begins, how involved parents are with teams at the pro level, what Christian's mindset is coming off injuries and what chance there is the McCaffrey's have a reality TV show (yes, this idea has been floated out there). Plus, you may have heard of Big Mama's House, but you haven't heard a story about Big Mama like this!

2:20 - What Lisa's life is like when football starts
10:45 - Watching Christian battle back from injury
28:00 - Looking ahead to preseason and what kind of involvement there is from parents
43:00 - The Story of Big Mama

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Episode 2: Sam Darnold's Mom Aug 02, 2022

Ashley and Lisa welcome their first guest to the show as Chris Darnold joins "Your Mom." Chris shares her journey raising Carolina Panthers' quarterback Sam Darnold and his older sister Frankie. Sam became a household name in 2017 after leading USC to an unforgettable Rose Bowl win over Penn State as a freshman. He was drafted third overall by the New York Jets in 2018 and became the youngest opening-day starting quarterback in NFL history. Sam was traded to the Panthers in 2021, where he became teammates with Lisa's son, Christian McCaffrey.

In this episode, Chris and Lisa discuss the worst phone call they've received from their kids, what the NFL Draft experience is like for a mom, and how they both tried to handle the family dynamics that stem from one sibling's rise to fame.

Come for the story about Sam's grandfather, Dick Hammer. Stay for Lisa's story about where her oldest son was conceived.

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Episode 1: Your Mom Jul 26, 2022

Ashley and Lisa revisit the birth of "Your Mom." They dive into their backgrounds and Lisa gives some insight on her highs and lows of motherhood, raising four boys and when she knew Christian had a chance to become a superstar athlete. Be sure to Rate, Follow, Share and enjoy the show! Questions, ideas or feedback? Email: yourmom@yourmom.co. Psst...our merch store is live! yourmom.co/shop

Your Mom's New Podcast Jul 22, 2022

Hosts Ashley Adamson and Lisa McCaffrey introduce a weekly podcast beginning Tuesday, July 26th called "Your Mom." These candid, insightful and entertaining conversations with moms of the most notable and successful people on the planet show that although they didn't have all of the answers, they raised champions. Join us as we listen to, and celebrate, some of the greatest stories about motherhood.Questions, ideas or feedback? Email: yourmom@yourmom.co. Psst...our merch store is live! yourmom.co/shop

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