Award-winning journalist and talk show host Tamron Hall gets real about juggling her busy career with motherhood. She shares the inspiration she finds in her own mother and the message behind her special Mother's Day Extravaganza episode.

In this heartwarming conversation, Tamron and Tara celebrate the diverse realities of motherhood. Tara and Tamron joke about being “that mom” on the playground watching every little move their sons make and learning to let go. From her son's birthday joy to the pressures of societal expectations, Tamron emphasizes the importance of embracing each other's journeys and ditching the comparison trap.

Tune in for Tamron's Mother's Day Extravaganza, a show designed to uplift and create a space for all moms to feel seen and celebrated. Don't miss it! Check your local listings for air times.

Links:

https://tamronhallshow.com/

This episode explores America250, a nonpartisan initiative working to engage every American, commemorating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. Rosie Rios, the program’s Chair and the 43rd Treasurer of the United States, shares her vision and reminisces about the 1976 bicentennial.

Tara and Rosie dive into America's Field Trip, a student competition that ignites a passion for history through exploration of National Parks and historic sites. The competition asks students, “What does America mean to you?” Winners will have the opportunity to visit iconic national landmarks.

The conversation highlights the importance of field trips and experiencing history firsthand, while acknowledging the diverse experiences that have shaped America. They touch on the value of unplugging and creating family memories through experiences.

The episode concludes by emphasizing the importance of civic education and ways to engage children in civics and foster future leaders.

Visit America250.org to learn more about the program and the America's Field Trip student competition.

Hosts of the Moms Talk Autism podcast, Jean Mayer, Shannon Korza, Tash Dillmon, and Brittney Crabtree, discuss their journey as mothers of neurodivergent children and the importance of connection and support. They share how they met online during the pandemic and formed a close-knit community through Marco Polo. The hosts emphasize the need for authentic connections and the power of peer-to-peer support in navigating the challenges of raising neurodiverse children. They also highlight the significance of having a diverse network of friends, both neurotypical and neurodiverse, to provide different perspectives and support. Their podcast aims to provide a platform for parents to feel seen, heard, and understood.

The hosts share their experiences of dealing with people who misunderstand their situations. They discuss different approaches to handling these situations, including educating others and setting boundaries. The conversation also touches on the challenges of being a modern mom, such as the mental load and the pressure to be perfect.

Links:

https://www.momstalkautism.com/

https://www.instagram.com/momstalkautism/