The Mama Genius Podcast

The Mama Genius Podcast

Welcome to The Mama Genius Podcast — a calm pause for moms building life and business with heart. Hosted by Michelle DeKeyser, this podcast offers short reflections and real stories that help you slow down, reconnect, and find clarity in the middle of motherhood and entrepreneurship. Each episode feels like a mini women’s circle — a safe space to breathe, reflect, and remember what really matters. Because motherhood and business were never meant to be done alone. 💛

Episodes

October 10, 2025 6 mins

You’ve been running at full speed—answering messages, juggling work, caring for everyone else, trying to remember when you last had a quiet moment.
But here’s the truth most mompreneurs don’t hear enough: slowing down isn’t falling behind. It’s remembering who you are underneath all the doing.

In this season opener, Michelle DeKeyser shares the shift happening inside The Mama Genius Podcast—and inside herself. As life and busines...

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You didn’t become a mom just to lose yourself in routines, responsibilities, and constant caregiving. You became one because you carry love, purpose, and dreams that go far beyond the daily grind. But when you’re still momming an adult child with disabilities, the weight of care can feel unending—leaving little room for your own growth, creativity, or calling.


That’s where today’s guest, Shara Goswick, comes in. As host of the L...

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You didn’t start your business just to shuffle receipts and stress over spreadsheets. You started it because you had a vision—freedom, flexibility, and work that truly matters. But when the numbers pile up—the receipts, the taxes, the reports—it feels like you’re drowning.


That’s where today’s guest, René Barlow, comes in. As a professional bookkeeper, she helps women entrepreneurs align their money with their vision. Instead of...

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You love your kids, your family, your work—yet some days, the smallest thing sets you off. You’re exhausted, you’re stretched too thin, and you’re tired of snapping at everyone you care about most. What you really want isn’t another “just breathe” tip—you want real tools that actually help you reset and reconnect with yourself.

That’s where today’s guest, Alice Tembo, comes in. As a faith-based Health and Wholeness Recovery Coach wi...

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Most days, you’re hustling to keep all the plates spinning—serving clients, answering messages, squeezing in family time between deadlines and dinner. But under the grind, there’s a quiet weight. 👉 The stress of not knowing where your money is really going. The sleepless nights before tax season. The uneasy feeling that your business is growing, but your bank account isn’t. You started this business with passion, not because you l...

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Most days, you power through on autopilot—packing lunches, answering emails, shuttling between meetings and soccer practice. But underneath the busy rhythm of life, there’s another layer. 👉 The heaviness you don’t talk about. The moments from your past that still sting. The quiet longing for a life that feels more yours.

You’ve held it together for everyone else. Now it’s time to discover what it means to feel whole again. You’re n...

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From the outside, it looks like you’ve got parenting handled—school drop-offs, snack prep, bedtime routines. But in those hard moments… when your child is melting down and you’re not sure whether to comfort, correct, or just survive? It’s a different story. 👉 The big feelings. The overwhelm. The wish that they just had the words.

You’re not failing. You’re not overreacting. And you’re definitely not alone. In this practical, heart-...

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From the outside, your life looks great—successful, busy, even enviable. But behind the curated images and calendar chaos… something doesn’t feel right. 👉 The control. The silence. The second-guessing.

You’re not imagining it. In this raw, eye-opening episode, High-Conflict Divorce Strategist Lisa Johnson reveals why so many high-achieving women end up in toxic relationships—and what it really takes to break free. If you’ve ever fo...

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You’re doing all the things—running a business, raising your family, holding it all together. But inside? You’re questioning everything. 👉 Am I doing enough? Am I good enough?

This episode is your wake-up call—and your permission slip. Certified High-Performance Coach Rosie Zilinskas shares how a single hidden belief can quietly undermine your confidence, leadership, and even your purpose. Her journey from doubt to clarity reveals ...

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You’re juggling motherhood and running a business—pouring your heart into both, yet still feeling off, like you’re building someone else’s life. What if the issue isn’t your effort… but the blueprint you’re using?

That’s exactly what today’s guest, Moira Mills, realized on a road trip that changed everything. One emotional moment with her son cracked open a new way of parenting—and business-building—rooted in Human Design.

Moira didn...

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You’re doing all the “right” things—building your business, holding down home life, showing up for everyone else. But inside, there’s that quiet ache: Why does my marriage feel so hard? You keep telling yourself it’s just a phase… but deep down, you know something needs to change.

That’s exactly where today’s guest, Chaya Garcia, found herself: loving her family, leading a business, yet feeling disconnected in the relationship that ...

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You’re doing all the “right” things—holding down work, managing home, showing up for everyone else. But inside, there’s a quiet question: Is this really it? You keep telling yourself to be grateful… but you’re running on empty.

That’s exactly where today’s guest, Mercedes Eckert, found herself: succeeding on paper, stuck in real life. Climbing the corporate ladder, missing her daughter’s science fair. Until a $9.50 mystery shopping ...

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You’re pouring your heart into posts, reels, and emails—only to feel invisible. You tried boosting a post (ouch, waste of money). Everyone says “Just make another freebie,” but between business and family, you barely have time to think. What if visibility didn’t have to cost money—or your peace?

🎙️ In this eye-opening episode on getting seen without burnout, Tracy Beavers—award-winning business coach and host of Create Online Busin...

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You’re juggling everything—emails, marketing, client calls, school pickups—and still feel like you’re falling behind. The to-do list never ends. The support? Nowhere in sight. You built this business for freedom… so why does it feel like a trap? You’re not lazy. You’re exhausted. You’re not broken. You’re just doing too much—and doing it alone. What if it didn’t have to be that way?

🎙️ In this game-changing episode on redefining su...

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You’ve tried the time limits. The no-screens-at-dinner rule. Even hiding the devices altogether. But somehow, the phones keep winning—and your child seems further away than ever. You don’t want to parent with punishment. You want connection. You want calm. But in today’s world, it feels like you’re parenting against the tide of technology. What if it didn’t have to be that way?

🎙️ In this eye-opening episode on healing relationship...

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You’ve spent years carrying it— The pain. The silence. The version of you that learned to survive by staying quiet. You’ve done the healing work, stayed strong for everyone, tried to move on… But something still feels stuck. Something inside is still waiting to be heard. What if the very story you’ve been avoiding is the one that sets you free?


🎙️ In this powerful and deeply personal episode, Kath Essing—author, educator, and t...

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You’ve done everything “they” said to grow your business. You built the site. You followed the formula. You invested in the tools. But it’s still not clicking—and you’re wondering if maybe you’re the problem. What if the issue isn’t your effort… but your systems?

🎙️ In this eye-opening episode, Jennifer Gligoric—certified business coach and ethical entrepreneurship strategist—shares how she went from homeless teen to business mento...

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You’ve followed the rules, juggled all the roles, and kept everything moving—but when the pressure builds or the plans stall? Frustration, burnout, and self-doubt start to whisper louder than your dreams.

What if that stuck feeling wasn’t a dead-end… but a doorway?


🎙️ In this powerful episode, Dr. Charlotte Gurule—Creative Intelligence coach and founder of CMG Strategies—reveals the moment she stopped managing the chaos and star...

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You’re juggling school pickup, soul-led business dreams, and the weight of a vision that won’t leave you alone—but when it’s time to take bold action? Fear, doubt, and overwhelm creep in. What if you didn’t have to carry it all alone?

🎙️ In this deeply inspiring episode, Tywanah Evette, also known as Black Butterfly Goddess, shares the behind-the-scenes story of her transformational HealHER Summit—and what happened when she stopped...

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You’re juggling clients, school pickup, and a never-ending to-do list—but showing up on video still feels like one more thing you should be doing. What if it could actually be the simplest way to grow your business?

🎥 In this empowering episode, YouTube Strategist Elise Michelle Nelson shares how to use video marketing to build visibility, connect with your audience, and generate leads—without needing a fancy camera or perfect conf...

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