MomTalkRadio's Podcast
Mom Talk Radio is the first radio talk show dedicated to real-life moms. Hosted by Maria Bailey, author, founder of MomTV.com, co-founder of BlueSuitMom.com and mother of four active kids. Each week Maria tackles issues important to moms, featuring expert guests with real-life answers on topics from health and safety to food and finances, and everything in between.
Life as a P.I. Mom: Attending PTA Meetings by Day and Catching Predators by Night

 Nicole Mydy, Director of New Product Development at Stouffer's, is here to talk with Maria about nutritious eating at home.  Then Carolyn Davis, author of "100 Questions and Answers About Your Daughter's Sexual Wellness and Development," will discuss her book.  Next, Kate Cordell will discuss her role as a moderator of a Facebook group- MyPromise Kids, that sends out a creative question to members each day.  The Mom's Roundtable will be discussing, how they select restaurants when traveling with and without their family. Finally, Julia Brazina, will discuss her career a 'P.I. Mom' for Butler and Associates Private Investigations.

 

Direct download: Mom_Talk_07-25-10.mp3
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10 Best Towns for Families

Paula Chin one of Family Circle's Senior Editors, talks about the 10 Best Towns for Families.  Wendy Collie, President of KinderCare Learning Centers.  Gigi Fernandez a 2 time Olympic Gold Medalist in Tennis and co-founder of Baby Goes Pro. The Mom’s Roundtable, talks about Saving Money at the Stores and Online.  Michele Casper, Director of Public Relations, Land's End talking about Back to School

Direct download: Mom_Talk_07-18-10.mp3
Category:podcasts -- posted at: 3:45pm EDT

Living 'Green' and Eating Clean

Carmen Stacier, the Chief Mom at "Diets in Review," a site dedicated to helping others shape a more healthy lifestyle, will join Maria.  Then, Kimberly Pinkson, co-founder of EcoMom is here to talk about eco-friendly summer activites for children as well as green and effective sunscreen choices.  Josie Rubio, assoicate editor of VIVmag, will come on next to discuss why we crave junk food.  The Mom's Roundtable will be discussing, "what is the appropriate age to leave your child/ren home alone?"  Finally, Chandra Truner, the executive editor at Parents Magazine is here to talk about the impact of fairy tale culture on little girls.

Direct download: Mom_Talk_07-11-10.mp3
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The 4th of July Show

BinkniBear creator, Jackie Raimondi, will join Maria to disuss the benefits of BinkiBear.  Then, Jeanne Muchnick, author of "Dinner for Busy Moms: Easy Strategies for Getting Your Family to the Table (Simple Solutions for Families)" will discuss her books.  Then Dr. Charlotte Reznick will talk about her book, "The Power of Your Child's Imagaination: How to Transform Stress and Anxiety into Joy and Success."  Next, the Mom's Roundtable will be discussing, how we can use these tough times as a positive teaching tool for our children.  Finally Eden Godsoe, the foudner of theSkinnyScoop, discusses her site.

Direct download: Mom_Talk_07-04-10.mp3
Category:podcasts -- posted at: 12:18pm EDT

Alex McCord from Bravo's The Real Housewives of New York

Stephanie Emma Pfeffer, Senior Associate Editor at Family Circle magazine joins Maria to talk about Pets 101.  Then, Carla Birnberg gives us some hot weather excercise tips.  Next Alex McCord, of Bravo's The Real Housewives of New York, discusses her book "Little Kids, Big Vity."  Then the Mom's Roundtable will talk about finding time to get your run or excercise in during the summer.  Finallt Dr. Daisy Sutherland tells us how to accomplish "teaching without preaching."

Direct download: Mom_Talk_06-27-10.mp3
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What If the Roles Were Reversed

Paula Chin, one of Family Circle’s Senior Editors, discusses role reversal-Taking Care of Your Parents, with Maria.  Then, Dave Ingber of Knewton, joins to talk about SAT Test Prep Price Wars.  Next, Vianka Perez Belyea, co-founder of Rhoost, discusses bringing function and style to childproofing.  The Mom’s Roundtable asks do you and your family always go away on a summer vacation?  If so, how do you decide where to go? Finally, Peter Martin, creator of Hallmark’s Asteroid Andy, joins in.

Direct download: Mom_Talk_06-20-10.mp3
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Margit Ragland, Family Circle magazine’s Health Director, discusses the importance of family heart health with Maria.  Then Judy Christa-Cathey, the Vice President of Hampton Brand Marketing for Hilton Worldwide, discusses Hampton Hotels and their current programs.  After, Jean Marie Gilman, the Dean of Undergraduate Admission at Saint Louis University, talks about the college recruitment process.  Followed by The Mom’s Roundtable which will be discussing tips on working from home while the kids are home.  Finally Kim Orlando, founder of TravelingMom.com, will talk about family road trips with Maria.

Direct download: Mom_Talk_06-13-10.mp3
Category:podcasts -- posted at: 3:10pm EDT

Keeping Your Kids Healthy and Happy This Summer

Regina Ragone Family Circle’s Food Director and a Registered Nutritionist, joins Maria to talk about cutting sugar out of your kids’ diets.  Then, Carla Birnberg one of our fitness experts, will be talking about five tips for raising kids who like to exercise. Followed by Betsy Brown Braun, who will discuss her book You’re Not The Boss Of Me: Brat Proofing Your Kids. Then the Mom’s Roundtable answers the question, how do you keep your children entertained while traveling.  Maria wraps up the show with Molly Gold of GoMomInc, who is here to talk about Kids Summer Sports schedules.

Direct download: Mom_Talk_06-06-10.mp3
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Is your Teen Ready for the Real World

Gay Edelman from Family Circle will be discussing Teens and Summer Jobs with Maria.  Dr. Daisy Sutherland will then answer the question, "Is your Teen Ready for the Real World?  Next, Dr. Jennifer Trachtenberg will discuss her book "The Smart Parent's Guide to Getting Your Kids Through Checkups, Illnesses and Accidents."  The Mom's Roundtable will talk about summer activities for kids.  Finally, organizational expert Kathi Burns will be talking about saving kids artwork and memories.

Direct download: Mom_Talk_05-30-10.mp3
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Dads and Grads

 

Jonna Gallo, from Family Circle discusses the best gifts for Dads and Grads with Maria.  Then, Karen Deerwester the owner of Family Time Coaching & Consulting and author will discuss what to do when you child wants to quit summer camp.  Lisa Quinn will talk about her book, Life’s Too Short to Fold Fitted Sheets: Your Ultimate Guide to Domestic Liberation. Then the Mom’s Roundtable discusses the pressure to rush back home when you’re out shopping without your kids or husband.  Finally Stephanie Nelson author and host of the website www.CouponMom.com discusses restaurant saving tips.

Direct download: Mom_Talk_05-24-10.mp3
Category:podcasts -- posted at: 2:07pm EDT