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Christine Devane grew up in Massachusetts, graduating from Merrimack College in 2006 with a degree in English and a minor in Elementary Education. She earned her master’s in Elementary Education from Merrimack in 2008. Over 13 years, Christine taught at St. Augustine Elementary in Andover and Plympton Elementary in Waltham. She  lives in Wilmington with her husband, children, and dog. She's volunteered and taught English in Costa Rica, and is a member of the SCBWI, attending conferences in NYC and Springfield.With her new book, Christine invites you to come along to Elephant Beach, where distractions are welcome and adventure arrives with each and every wave.Join host Dori DeCarlo on The Children’s Authors Alley and connect with Christine at Christine-Devane.com and on LinkedIn, Instagram, Archway Publishing and Amazon.Please support UnsilencedVoices.org a global 501(c)3 nonprofit that empowers survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking. We thank Smith Sisters and the Sunday Drivers

Parenting Children with ADHD: How to Know When to Connect & When to CorrectParenting a child with ADHD can feel like living in a constant guessing game:Am I supporting the diagnosis… or enabling the behavior?Do I hold the line… or hold space?How do I discipline a child whose brain doesn’t respond to discipline the same way?In this episode, we dig deep into the razor-thin line between connection and correction …and why both are essential if you want your child to build self-control, not shame.You’ll learn how to recognize when your child’s brain is in dysregulation mode (and literally can’t hear you), versus when it’s time to teach accountability and follow-through.We’ll cover:How to read your child’s body and tone for signs their brain is “locked down” vs.“ready to learn.”The My Lead First™ method for setting expectations in advance so correctiondoesn’t turn into combat.The real reason typical punishments and consequences backfire with ADHD kids - and what   actually builds discipline. Simple sensory rese

The Trust Factor: Why High-Value Clients Choose Precision Over PromisesYou've got impressive credentials and deliver exceptional results, but premium clients keep choosing your competitors. In this episode, digital marketing strategist Sophie Zollmann reveals why sophisticated practices lose high-value clients due to small details that either build or destroy confidence before the first conversation ever happens.When premium clients make six or seven-figure decisions, they evaluate every aspect of how you present yourself - your website's tone, intake process, email consistency, and social presence. These details tell them whether your practice operates at their level of sophistication.Sophie explores how successful entrepreneurs and wealthy individuals use your marketing experience to predict your service quality, and why attention to your own brand presentation reflects how you'll handle their important matters.The episode covers the critical timing differences between practices that plan Q4 strategy months

Fertility Alchemist, Dr. Aumatma Simmons, decodes reproductive roadblocks where others fail. Top-ranked podcast host, double award-winning Naturopathic Doctor, and media-acclaimed expert who's helped hundreds conceive when traditional paths fell short.Part scientist, part fertility sherpa—Dr. Aumatma is turning fertility struggles into success stories.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ Join host Dori DeCarlo on The Mompreneur Model and connect with Dr. Aumatma at HolisticFertilityInstitute.com, tune in for the Holistic Fertility Institute podcast and follow on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, TikTok and YouTube.Please support UnsilencedVoices.org a global 501(c)3 nonprofit that empowers survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking. We thank Smith Sisters and the Sunday Drivers for our theme song, "She is You".Be sure to connect with us come tell us your story!WordofMomRadio.com - sharing the wisdom of women, in business and in life.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/p

Felicia Hurd Johnson is a speaker and a self-published author. Felicia wrote a book titled, “Count It All Joy ~ Including the Broken Pieces ~ How My Trials Helped Me Trust God More.” which highlights how God brought her through the highs and lows of breast cancer, job loss, job gain, marriage, and divorce. Through it all, Felicia kept her faith and the challenges made Felicia better, not bitter. Felicia has shared her testimony on Texas Today, and NBC 5, thanks to God.Join host Dori DeCarlo on The Authors Alley and connect with Felicia at FeliciaHurd.com and follow on Instagram and Facebook.Please support UnsilencedVoices.org a global 501(c)3 nonprofit that empowers survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking. We thank Smith Sisters and the Sunday Drivers for our theme song, "She is You".Be sure to connect with us come tell us your story!WordofMomRadio.com - sharing the wisdom of women, in business and in life.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/word-

Kids & Smartphones: Rules Every Parent Should Set Before Handing Over a PhoneHanding your kid a phone isn’t a tech decision, it’s a leadership one. In this episode,Sue lays out the mindset and the must-haves that separate a calm, values-driven phonehandoff from a chaos spiral. We’ll show you how to define the why, set expectations thatactually stick, and avoid the most common trap parents don’t see coming, until it’s toolate.What We Talk About The question to answer before you even look at devices How to decide readiness without using age as the yardstick The “first-phone” agreement that does the heavy lifting (and why most fail) Training-wheel options that buy you freedom without turning you into the phonepolice The silent risks hiding in notifications, group chats, and late-night DMs, and thesimple way to defuse themYou’ll Walk Away With A tight structure for your Family Phone Agreement (purpose → boundaries →safety → accountability) A quick gut-check to decide if now is the right time…or not yet

Monica Kaufman, CFP®, is a mom, entrepreneur, and financial planner with over two decades of experience, and has dedicated her career to helping high-achieving women transform their relationship with money—so they can step into true financial confidence and build a life that reflects their deepest values.Through her work at Harmony Wealth Academy, Monica supports women who are doing it all—leading in their careers, caring for their families, and still feeling financially stretched or uncertain. She also guides parents and their young adult children through our Launcher Program, helping the next generation build a strong financial foundation from day one—breaking cycles of stress before they begin.Monica is here to share practical, empowering strategies for building wealth without burnout, and how financial clarity can become one of the most powerful forms of self-trust and legacy-building.Join host Dori DeCarlo on The Business Spotlight and connect with Monica at HarmonyWealthAcademy.comPlease support Unsilen

Laura Watson has spent the last 30 years dedicated to helping individuals reach their full potential. She is an award-winning coach, a devoted wife and mother, and a World Country Dance Champion.Her "secret sauce" lies in translating complex business, leadership, and communication concepts into practical ideas and actionable steps. As a "whole person" coach, Laura recognizes that business leaders face personal challenges as well.She addresses both professional and personal issues, often transitioning from business discussions to topics like addiction, parenting, and infidelity in a single session.Join host Dori DeCarlo on The Coaching Corner and connect with Laura at VentureCoaching.ca and follow on LinkedIn, Facebook and YouTube.Please support UnsilencedVoices.org a global 501(c)3 nonprofit that empowers survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking. We thank Smith Sisters and the Sunday Drivers for our theme song, "She is You".Be sure to connect with us come tell us your story!Wordof

Andrea McGinty’s latest book, 2nd Acts: Winning Strategies to Dating Over 50, is a hands-on, tech-savvy roadmap for finding love later in life. Packed with actionable worksheets, QR-coded video coaching, and practical advice, 2nd Acts empowers readers to navigate today’s dating landscape with confidence. Unlike costly matchmaking services, this $35 guide provides affordable solutions to help readers rediscover connection and joy.McGinty, often called the “Godmother of Matchmaking,” has facilitated over 33,000 dates and 10,000+ marriages. Her expertise makes her a trusted voice for second-act daters seeking meaningful relationships. Like an NFL coaching tree, more than 40% of today’s top 25 matchmakers trace their roots back to Andrea’s pioneering techniques. Her influence has shaped the industry, creating a legacy that stands out in the world of matchmaking.Join host Dori DeCarlo on The Authors Alley and connect with Andrea at 33000dates.com, find our more on Wikipedia, connect on LinkedIn, and follow 33000 D

Emotional Intelligence Made Easy (Toddlers → Teens)If “Use your words” and endless lectures aren’t changing behavior, this episode gives you the missing lever: emotional intelligence + intuition…so kids read the room, trust their instincts, and make better choices (without you yelling). Why listenYou’re tired of meltdowns, backtalk, and power struggles.You want kids who listen, self-regulate, and make wise decisions…at school, online, and with friends.You need practical scripts and a simple process you can run tonight.You want your child comfortable in their authentic self, making choices in alignment with who they are, not just what the crowd expects.What you’ll learn“Read the Room” for families: the SEE → FEEL → USE mini-framework kids remember.How to teach kids to trust their instincts (and how you model it).The shift from “fit in” to “feel in”, why it upgrades confidence, mental health, and decision-making.Authentic-alignment checks kids can use: “Does this feel like me? Does it match my values and my gut

Why Your Brand Looks Entry-Level (And It's Costing You Everything)You've built a successful seven or eight-figure practice with premium expertise and outcomes, but premium clients keep choosing your competitors. In this episode, digital marketing strategist Sophie Zollmann reveals why sophisticated practices lose high-value clients due to entry-level marketing presentation.Despite delivering exceptional results, many independent healthcare providers, attorneys, and financial advisors unknowingly send mixed signals through outdated websites, generic messaging, and inconsistent branding. While their expertise evolved into something sophisticated, their marketing remained stuck in startup mode.Sophie explores the psychology of how premium clients evaluate service providers, the critical timing differences that separate successful practices from struggling ones, and why doing more marketing often creates worse results for high-end practices. The solution isn't working harder or spending more - it's strategic prec

Betsy Pepine is a best-selling author, speaker and serial entrepreneur in real estate. Her brokerage, Pepine Realty, has been named as an Inc. 5000 Fasting Growing Private Company in the USA multiple times and has earned spots on the Top 50 Florida Companies to Watch and Florida Trend Best Companies to Work For lists.Additionally, the Wall Street Journal has consistently recognized Betsy’s real estate team as one of the top-producing real estate companies in the United States. Betsy also owns a title company, real estate school and property management brokerage. Betsy is endorsed by her mentor, real estate mogul, and Shark Tank shark Barbara Corcoran, as well as leading media personalities Dave Ramsey and Glenn Beck. Passionate about helping at-risk families with children, Betsy founded Pepine Gives, a 501(c)3 non-profit foundation that helps families facing housing insecurity. Born in Philadelphia, Betsy now resides in Florida with her family. Her book, “Breaking Boxes Dismantling the Metaphorical Boxes that

Mary Boone’s book research has taken her places many people have never been … chest deep in the Union River to count salmon, inside a cricket barn, and, perhaps most daring of all, the front row of a Justin Bieber concert surrounded by screaming teens. Mary has written 70+ nonfiction books for young readers, most recently Pedal Pusher, School of Fish, and Bugs for Breakfast.Two more books are set for release in 2026: Flying Feminist and Unfathomable: 20 (Wild But True) Stories of the Sea.Mary and her family live in Tacoma, WA, with a stubborn Airedale terrier named Ruthie Bader. Join host Dori DeCarlo on The Authors Alley and connect with Mary at BooneWrites.com and on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, BlueSky, X and buy her books on Amazon, too.Please support UnsilencedVoices.org a global 501(c)3 nonprofit that empowers survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking. We thank Smith Sisters and the Sunday Drivers for our theme song, "She is You".Be sure to connect with us come tell us your

Stop the Morning Chaos: Back-to-School Routines That Actually WorkBack-to-school mornings shouldn’t feel like a battle zone… but for most parents, they do.Shoes disappear. Homework is “forgotten.” Emotions are high before you’ve even had coffee. In this episode of Ask Mom, Sue and Randee share what’s really behind morning chaos (hint: it’s not just about “getting the routine right”) and the surprising shifts that make mornings calmer, kids more cooperative, and parents a whole lot less stressed. You’ll hear:The morning habit that makes everything easier… but most parents skip it.Why less talking can get your kids moving faster.How to catch meltdowns before they start — without adding more to your plate.The one prep step you can do tonight that changes everything tomorrow.This episode also has Q&A with real-world questions from parent newsletter subscribers…the kind most families can relate to. If you’ve ever thought, “There has to be a better way to start the day,” this episode will show you exactly where

The Contractor Carousel: Why 5 Marketing "Experts" Still Can't Grow Your Practice

Shannon Russell is a Career Transition and Business Coach empowering women to leave unfulfilling careers and build joyful, purpose-driven businesses. She is the Author of Start Your Second Act: How to Change Careers, Launch a Business, and Create Your Best Life, a Speaker, and Host of the Second Act Success Career Podcast.Through her company, Second Act Success®, Shannon shares her journey as a television executive turned business owner, coach, author, and mom with others. She works with women who are unhappy in their 9-5, as they pivot towards a "second act" by providing exit strategy guidance and support as they transition from employee to entrepreneur. Shannon began her career spending over 16 years as a Television Producer in New York City and Los Angeles working for MTV, E!, Yahoo!, Pop Sugar, A&E, TLC, and more.Shannon then made the leap to open her own business running a STEM education franchise teaching children, so that she could be more present for her children. Now, as a certified Career/Busine

Do you ever feel like your kid hears everything except you?Like they can pick up a whisper about dessert three rooms away but somehow miss the rule you’ve said 17 times?In this episode of the Ask Mom Parenting Podcast, we’re learning there’s more to your kid’s ‘selective hearing’…and you might be the plot twist.

The Freelancer Illusion: Why "Strategic" Marketers Still Leave You Scattered

Liz Steblay became a solopreneur before the word was even invented. Upon being laid off, she called a former colleague, and a week later she had her first consulting contract. After that first project, she realized that she made more money, worked fewer hours, and had more time with her daughter. She never considered another “real job,” despite being a single mom in an expensive city.Five years later she founded the ProKo Agency, which represents independent consultants on projects with Fortune 500 clients. As a result of growing ProKo into a national business, Liz has become known as the person to call if you have questions about self-employment.In 2018 she launched Professional Independent Consultants of America (PICA), an educational organization and community that helps people start and grow their own solo businesses.  She’s the author of the book, "

The Numbers Game: When Your Marketing Metrics Tell Beautiful Lies