Today we are revisiting one of my fav episodes, with Sarah Hoover talking all about her incredible memoir, "The Motherload: Episodes From The Brink Of Motherhood". We have an honest conversation about the life-changing experience of motherhood, while pushing back against the rosy narrative we’ve been sold. Whether you are a mom, about to become a mom, or t ... Show More
May 2025
The Moth Podcast: More Mothers
On this episode… more mothers.. A few days ago, we aired an episode of the Moth Radio Hour called “Mama Bears” - where we shared some stories about the archetype of protective mothers. But, for Mother’s Day, we’re expanding that category… with stories about how being a mom, and h ... Show More
29m 23s
Jun 2025
Black Motherhood: The Power, Pressure & Truth Behind Netflix’s “Forever” with Karen Pittman
In this episode, we sit down with actress, artist, and real-life supermom Karen Pittman–whose role as Dawn Edwards in Netflix’s “Forever” had us feeling seen like never before. We hear about Karen’s path from opera to acting, raising two kids as a single mom, and why she waited 1 ... Show More
55m 42s
Aug 2024
Mother & Daughter Relationship, Motherhood, Menopause, Celebrating Womanhood, and Sharing Our Favorite Memories with my mom, Rhonda Norton
<p>Episode 42. Today we have the person that knows me best on the show, my mom!!! This was one of my favorite episodes to record, so I hope you love it. We talk all about our favorite memories together, my moms background in professional cheerleading, navigating motherhood, and m ... Show More
1h 4m
Dec 2024
Mom Talk Episode 8: The Need for Stability to be a Mom
In today’s episode, we’re diving back into the core of motherhood. Many of us step into motherhood without truly knowing what’s ahead—physically, mentally, and emotionally. No amount of preparation can fully capture what happens to your body, brain, and life. So whether you’re th ... Show More
11m 11s
May 2025
What Every Mom Needs to Hear Today
<p>This is the episode every mom—and anyone who loves a mom—needs to hear. </p><p>In this raw, honest, and hilarious episode, Mel sits down with her friend Jessie, who is weeks away from giving birth to her first child. What unfolds is the kind of real talk you rarely hear about ... Show More
1h 1m
Jun 2025
Paying It Forward: Episode 523
After more than a decade and over 800 hours of conversation, connection, and community, The Mom Hour comes to a close in this final episode. Join Meagan and Sarah as we reflect on what it has meant to share this space with you—our listeners, fellow moms, and, truly, our friends. ... Show More
53m 35s