Motherhood Talk Radio

Motherhood Talk Radio, airing since 2010, follows Sandra Beck single mother of two elementary school age children as she battles with fatigue, weightloss, aging parents, work, PTA, other soccer moms and screaming kids while parenting with humor, candor and a dose of mommy silliness and self-love. Each week experts guide Sandra into living her best life and you can learn too as we all do our best to navigate the mommy lifestyle.

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Episodes 300

Elderly Parents & Resistance—Sandra Beck on What to Do When They Won’t Cooperate with Amanda Lambert & Leslie Eckford
just now · 45:04
Sandra Beck of Motherhood Talk Radio speaks with mindful aging experts Amanda Lambert and Leslie Eckford about a situation many caregivers face—but few are prepared for: what to do when elderly parents refuse help or resist care decisions. This isn’t just about logistics—it’s about identity, independence, and control. Parents who have spent a lifetime making their own choices don’t suddenly become agreeable just because their needs change. In this episode, Lambert and Eckford break down how to navigate that resistance without constant conflict. You’ll hear practical strategies for setting boun
Episode #430: Sandra Beck on Adolescent Addiction—What Parents Need to Know Before It’s Too Late
12d ago · 31:00
Sandra Beck of Motherhood Talk Radio speaks with mental health and addiction counselor Richard Capriola about the growing and often misunderstood issue of adolescent addiction. This episode takes a clear, practical look at what parents should actually be watching for—beyond the obvious warning signs. Capriola explains how substance use and behavioral health challenges have evolved, especially in the post-COVID landscape, and why early intervention depends on understanding patterns, not just reacting to crises. The conversation also explores the importance of comprehensive assessments and how t
Episode #429: Sandra Beck on Fighting Fair—How to Argue Without Damaging Your Relationship with Dr. Mark Borg
26d ago · 32:13
Sandra Beck of Motherhood Talk Radio speaks with psychoanalyst and author Mark B. Borg Jr. about one of the most common—and most mishandled—parts of any relationship: conflict. Dr. Borg, author of Making Your Crazy Work for You and Don't Be a Dick!, explains why most arguments aren’t really about the issue at hand. Instead, they’re driven by deeper emotional patterns that, if left unchecked, turn small disagreements into recurring battles. In this episode, he breaks down what it actually means to “fight fair.” That includes recognizing your emotional triggers, avoiding escalation traps, and le
Episode #428: Sandra Beck on Mental Toughness & Weight Loss—Why Mindset Matters More Than Motivation with Dr. Andrew Wittman
1mo ago · 48:31
Sandra Beck of Motherhood Talk Radio sits down with performance expert Andrew Wittman to break down a hard truth about weight loss—if your mindset isn’t solid, your results won’t be either. Dr. Wittman draws on his background as a Marine, federal agent, and founder of the Mental Toughness Training Center to explain why motivation fades and why discipline alone isn’t enough. The missing piece is mental toughness—the ability to stay consistent, think clearly under pressure, and follow through even when you don’t feel like it. In this episode, he outlines how to build that mental edge. From contr
Episode #427: Sandra Beck on Difficult Elderly Parents—What to Do When They Refuse Care
1mo ago · 45:04
Sandra Beck of Motherhood Talk Radio speaks with mindful aging experts Amanda Lambert and Leslie Eckford about one of the hardest realities in caregiving—when elderly parents resist the very help they need. This isn’t a simple communication problem. When dementia or Alzheimer’s is involved, logic often doesn’t work, and pushing harder can make things worse. In this episode, Lambert and Eckford break down why resistance happens and how to respond in a way that reduces conflict while still protecting safety and well-being. The conversation focuses on practical strategies—how to approach difficul
Episode #426: Sandra Beck on Fitness After 45—Staying Strong While Juggling Kids and Aging Parents
2mo ago · 51:39
Sandra Beck of Motherhood Talk Radio speaks with fitness entrepreneurs Donny and Natalie, owners of Acton Fitness, about what it really takes to stay fit after 45—when life is pulling you in every direction. This episode addresses the reality many women face: balancing children, supporting aging parents, and trying to maintain their own health without burning out. Donny and Natalie share practical strategies for making fitness sustainable, not overwhelming—focusing on strength, mobility, and consistency rather than extremes that don’t last. They also talk about how to build a supportive enviro
Episode #425: Sandra Beck on Dating as a Single Mom—Are You Too Picky or Finally Getting It Right? with Dr. Duana Welch
2mo ago · 34:46
Sandra Beck of Motherhood Talk Radio speaks with relationship expert Duana Welch about one of the most loaded questions single moms face—are you being too picky, or are you finally choosing wisely? This episode cuts through the noise around dating advice and gets honest about what changes when you’re a parent. You’re not just choosing a partner for yourself—you’re making a decision that affects your children, your home, and your future stability. That raises the stakes, and it should. Dr. Welch breaks down how to identify real compatibility, avoid repeating past relationship patterns, and reco
Episode #424: Sandra Beck on Sandwich Moms—Caring for Kids While Supporting a Parent with Dementia
3mo ago · 32:56
Sandra Beck of Motherhood Talk Radio sits down with mindful aging experts Leslie Eckford and Amanda Lambert to talk about the reality of being “sandwiched” between raising children and caring for an aging parent with dementia. This episode is personal. Sandra shares her own experience navigating life with teenage boys while supporting her 89-year-old father through cognitive decline. The conversation doesn’t gloss over it—this is about the emotional strain, the logistical challenges, and the constant balancing act that comes with caregiving on both ends. Leslie and Amanda offer practical guida
Episode #423: Sandra Beck on Single Parenting Teen Boys—Discipline, Mindset, and What Actually Works with Dr. Andrew Wittman
3mo ago · 33:27
Sandra Beck of Motherhood Talk Radio speaks with performance expert Andrew Wittman about the realities of raising teenage boys—especially as a single parent. This episode doesn’t lean on vague advice. Dr. Wittman brings a direct, structured approach shaped by his background as a Marine Corps infantry leader, federal agent, and founder of the Mental Toughness Training Center. His focus is on building discipline, emotional control, and accountability in young men—without constant conflict or power struggles. The conversation explores how to set clear expectations, manage defiance, and teach teen
Episode #422: Sandra Beck on Weight Loss, Strength Training & Mental Fitness with Erin Kerry
4mo ago · 23:33
Sandra Beck of Motherhood Talk Radio speaks with health and wellness expert Erin Kerry about what actually drives lasting results in your health journey—weight loss, strength training, and mental fitness. This conversation moves past quick fixes and into what works over time. Erin breaks down why weight lifting is essential (not optional), how mindset shapes consistency, and why many people stall despite “doing everything right.” The focus is on building strength—physically and mentally—so your results don’t disappear the moment motivation fades. You’ll hear practical strategies for integratin
Episode #421: Sandra Beck on Developing Inner Strength—How to Break Through What’s Holding You Back with SharRon Jamison
4mo ago · 48:50
Sandra Beck of Motherhood Talk Radio speaks with transformational speaker and author SharRon Jamison about what it really takes to develop inner strength—not the kind you post about, but the kind that actually changes your life. SharRon Jamison is known for her direct, truth-centered approach to personal transformation. In this episode, she breaks down how limiting beliefs, past wounds, and unchallenged narratives quietly shape your decisions—and how to confront them without getting stuck in them. The conversation explores how to build emotional resilience, embrace change instead of resisting
Episode #420: Sandra Beck on Women’s Friendships—Why Connection Is Critical for Your Health
5mo ago · 32:55
Sandra Beck of Motherhood Talk Radio sits down with nutritional coach Erin Kerry and brain health expert Leigh Richardson to talk about something often underestimated—how female friendships directly impact your physical, emotional, and mental health. This episode goes beyond surface-level “stay connected” advice and looks at what actually makes friendships supportive versus draining. The conversation explores how strong social bonds can reduce stress, improve cognitive function, and even influence long-term health outcomes—while also addressing why maintaining friendships becomes harder with a
Episode #419: Developing Yourself Again After Raising Kids with Sandra Beck: Reclaiming Identity, Purpose, and Choice
6mo ago · 28:03
Raising children shapes everything—your time, priorities, identity, and sense of purpose. Then one day, the intensity eases. The needs change. And the question you postponed for years quietly returns: What do I want now? On this episode of Motherhood Talk Radio, Sandra Beck explores what it means to develop yourself again after the hands-on years of parenting. Not by erasing who you were as a mother, but by expanding beyond that role with intention and self-respect. This conversation looks at the guilt many women feel when turning inward, the fear of starting over “too late,” and the surprisin
Episode #418: Navigating Events as a Single Mom with Sandra Beck: Holding It Together Without Losing Yourself
6mo ago · 28:48
The holidays can magnify everything when you’re a single mom—joy, exhaustion, financial pressure, and emotional weight all at once. You’re managing traditions, logistics, expectations, and your children’s feelings, often while carrying your own quietly in the background. On this episode of Motherhood Talk Radio, Sandra Beck speaks candidly about navigating the holiday season as a single mom without pretending it’s magical or falling into burnout. This conversation explores how to let go of unrealistic expectations, create meaningful traditions that actually fit your life, and protect your emot
Episode #417: Empty Nest with Sandra Beck: Letting Go, Reclaiming Yourself, and What Comes Next
6mo ago · 31:27
No one prepares you for how quiet it gets. The routines disappear, the house feels different, and the role that defined decades of your life suddenly loosens its grip. The empty nest isn’t just a logistical change—it’s an identity shift. On this episode of Motherhood Talk Radio, Sandra Beck explores the emotional reality of the empty nest without minimizing it or rushing past it. This conversation looks at grief and relief existing side by side, the unexpected loneliness that can surface, and the opportunity hidden inside this transition. This episode is about redefining purpose after hands-on
Episode #416: Breaking the Need to People Please with Sandra Beck: Choosing Self-Respect Over Approval
7mo ago · 29:19
People pleasing often starts as a survival skill. Be agreeable. Don’t rock the boat. Keep everyone happy. For many women—especially mothers—it’s rewarded early and reinforced often. Until one day, it isn’t. On this episode of Motherhood Talk Radio, Sandra Beck takes a direct look at what it costs to live for approval and why breaking the people-pleasing pattern can feel terrifying, selfish, or “wrong.” This conversation explores how over-accommodating teaches others to expect access, why guilt shows up when boundaries finally appear, and how self-respect changes the tone of every relationship.
Episode #415: Navigating Big Changes Later in Life with Sandra Beck: When Your Kids Are Teens or Grown
7mo ago · 31:41
Big life changes don’t wait until your kids are grown—and they don’t pause just because your children are watching. Career shifts, divorce, relocation, health changes, or financial resets often arrive right as kids hit their teen years or step into adulthood themselves. On this episode of Motherhood Talk Radio, Sandra Beck talks about navigating major transitions later in life while still parenting—without overburdening your children or pretending nothing is happening. This conversation explores how to lead with emotional steadiness, how much to share (and how much not to), and how to model re
Episode #414: It’s Never Too Late to Begin Again with Sandra Beck: Starting Fresh at Any Stage of Life
8mo ago · 33:43
Somewhere along the way, we’re taught that reinvention has an expiration date—that by a certain age, the big changes should already be done. The truth is, life doesn’t follow a neat timeline, and growth doesn’t ask for permission from the calendar. On this episode of Motherhood Talk Radio, Sandra Beck challenges the myth that it’s “too late” to begin again. Whether you’re starting over after loss, reshaping your identity after years of caregiving, or finally listening to the quiet nudge that something needs to change, this conversation meets you where you are—without judgment or urgency. This
Episode #413: Bouncing Back with Style with Sandra Beck: Beginning Again When Life Throws You a Curve
8mo ago · 32:12
Motherhood has a way of testing your flexibility—emotionally, mentally, and sometimes all at once. Just when you think you’ve found your footing, life throws a curve you never trained for. A divorce. A diagnosis. A financial shock. A child struggling. Plans change, identities shift, and suddenly you’re starting again from a place you never expected to be. On this episode of Motherhood Talk Radio, Sandra Beck talks about what it really means to bounce back with style—not perfection, not denial, but grounded resilience. This conversation explores how mothers rebuild when life disrupts the script
Episode 412: Learning to Let Go with Sandra Beck
9mo ago · 56:36
Sandra Beck of Motherhood Talk Radio speaks with Susan Sokol Blosser about Letting Go. Susan Sokol Blosser, wine industry pioneer, community leader, environmental advocate, and author, is a contemporary Oregon icon. When women were rarely decision makers in business or agriculture, Susan distinguished herself in both. Over three decades, she managed every aspect of Sokol Blosser's vineyard and winery operation. As president, she saw Sokol Blosser grow to become one of the largest and most innovative Oregon wineries, with national and international distribution. www.susansokolblosser.com. Liste
Episode #411: Old-Fashioned Dating, Modern Love: Duana Welch and Sandra Beck Talk Finding Love Again on Motherhood Talk Radio
9mo ago · 30:29
Sandra Beck of Motherhood Talk Radio welcomes relationship expert Dr. Duana Welch, author of Love Factually, for a smart, funny, and deeply honest conversation about why old-fashioned dating values are making a major comeback — especially for single moms ready to find real love. In a world of swipe fatigue and ghosting, Dr. Welch shares how slowing down, setting boundaries, and embracing genuine courtship can lead to stronger, healthier relationships. She and Sandra explore why modern dating has lost its charm, what women can do to reclaim their worth in the process, and how traditional princi
Episode #410: Boosting Brain Health for Kids — and Parents — with Trish Wilkinson on Motherhood Talk Radio
10mo ago · 38:40
Sandra Beck of Motherhood Talk Radio sits down with brain expert and author Trish Wilkinson, creator of The Brain Stages, for an enlightening conversation about how to improve your child’s brain health — and your own! From better focus and emotional regulation to sharper memory and lifelong learning, Trish shares simple, science-backed strategies every parent can use to support healthy brain development at any age. Drawing from her research and real-world experience, Trish explains how small daily habits — like better sleep, mindful movement, and stress management — can make a major difference
Episode #409: How to Fight Fair with Sandra Beck and Dr. Mark Borg
10mo ago · 32:13
Sandra Beck of Motherhood Talk Radio sits down with Dr. Mark B. Borg, Jr., Ph.D.—a powerhouse in psychology and psychoanalysis. Dr. Borg is the author of Making Your Crazy Work for You and the unapologetically titled Don’t Be a Dick! He brings decades of experience as a community psychologist, psychoanalyst, founding partner of The Community Consulting Group, and supervisor of psychotherapy at the William Alanson White Institute. His work dives deep into the intersection of psychoanalysis and community crisis intervention, offering practical insights for both everyday relationships and larger
Episode #408: Choosing a Parenting Expert with Sandra Beck and Sharon Silver
1y ago · 23:33
Sandra Beck of Motherhood Talk Radio speaks with Proactive Parenting Expert Sharon Silver about the best things to ask a parenting expert in a session, how to choose one that is right for you family and situation and learn about the most common reasons people go to a parenting expert. Listen for a great offer from Everyplate. Go to Everyplate.com/podcasts and get $1.49 per meal by entering code motherhood149. Motherhood Talk Radio can also be found on Audible, Amazon Music, Amazon Podcasts, Spotify, I Heart Radio, Apple Podcasts, Itunes, Stitcher, Player FM and Podcast Addict.
Episode #407: Overcoming Betrayal with Sandra Beck and Deb Silber
1y ago · 51:23
Sandra Beck of Motherhood Talk Radio speaks with Deb Silber of the PBT Institute. Is a betrayal keeping you sick, stuck, anxious, angry, or exhausted? The PBT Institute specializes in helping people who are ready to heal from their betrayal. No betrayal is too big or too small at PBT - we’re healing betrayals of all kinds. Members are learning to trust again after an affair (with or without their partner), overcoming childhood betrayals, and so much more. Through research based, proven and predictable strategies, along with the right type of support, you’ll move through the 5 Stages from Betra

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Episodes 300

Elderly Parents & Resistance—Sandra Beck on What to Do When They Won’t Cooperate with Amanda Lambert & Leslie Eckford

Episode #430: Sandra Beck on Adolescent Addiction—What Parents Need to Know Before It’s Too Late

Episode #429: Sandra Beck on Fighting Fair—How to Argue Without Damaging Your Relationship with Dr. Mark Borg

Episode #428: Sandra Beck on Mental Toughness & Weight Loss—Why Mindset Matters More Than Motivation with Dr. Andrew Wittman

Episode #427: Sandra Beck on Difficult Elderly Parents—What to Do When They Refuse Care

Episode #426: Sandra Beck on Fitness After 45—Staying Strong While Juggling Kids and Aging Parents

Episode #425: Sandra Beck on Dating as a Single Mom—Are You Too Picky or Finally Getting It Right? with Dr. Duana Welch

Episode #424: Sandra Beck on Sandwich Moms—Caring for Kids While Supporting a Parent with Dementia

Episode #423: Sandra Beck on Single Parenting Teen Boys—Discipline, Mindset, and What Actually Works with Dr. Andrew Wittman

Episode #422: Sandra Beck on Weight Loss, Strength Training & Mental Fitness with Erin Kerry

Episode #421: Sandra Beck on Developing Inner Strength—How to Break Through What’s Holding You Back with SharRon Jamison

Episode #420: Sandra Beck on Women’s Friendships—Why Connection Is Critical for Your Health

Episode #419: Developing Yourself Again After Raising Kids with Sandra Beck: Reclaiming Identity, Purpose, and Choice

Episode #418: Navigating Events as a Single Mom with Sandra Beck: Holding It Together Without Losing Yourself

Episode #417: Empty Nest with Sandra Beck: Letting Go, Reclaiming Yourself, and What Comes Next

Episode #416: Breaking the Need to People Please with Sandra Beck: Choosing Self-Respect Over Approval

Episode #415: Navigating Big Changes Later in Life with Sandra Beck: When Your Kids Are Teens or Grown

Episode #414: It’s Never Too Late to Begin Again with Sandra Beck: Starting Fresh at Any Stage of Life

Episode #413: Bouncing Back with Style with Sandra Beck: Beginning Again When Life Throws You a Curve

Episode 412: Learning to Let Go with Sandra Beck

Episode #411: Old-Fashioned Dating, Modern Love: Duana Welch and Sandra Beck Talk Finding Love Again on Motherhood Talk Radio

Episode #410: Boosting Brain Health for Kids — and Parents — with Trish Wilkinson on Motherhood Talk Radio

Episode #409: How to Fight Fair with Sandra Beck and Dr. Mark Borg

Episode #408: Choosing a Parenting Expert with Sandra Beck and Sharon Silver

Episode #407: Overcoming Betrayal with Sandra Beck and Deb Silber

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Elderly Parents & Resistance—Sandra Beck on What to Do When They Won’t Cooperate with Amanda Lambert & Leslie Eckford

Episode #430: Sandra Beck on Adolescent Addiction—What Parents Need to Know Before It’s Too Late

Episode #429: Sandra Beck on Fighting Fair—How to Argue Without Damaging Your Relationship with Dr. Mark Borg

Episode #428: Sandra Beck on Mental Toughness & Weight Loss—Why Mindset Matters More Than Motivation with Dr. Andrew Wittman

Episode #427: Sandra Beck on Difficult Elderly Parents—What to Do When They Refuse Care

Episode #426: Sandra Beck on Fitness After 45—Staying Strong While Juggling Kids and Aging Parents

Episode #425: Sandra Beck on Dating as a Single Mom—Are You Too Picky or Finally Getting It Right? with Dr. Duana Welch

Episode #424: Sandra Beck on Sandwich Moms—Caring for Kids While Supporting a Parent with Dementia

Episode #423: Sandra Beck on Single Parenting Teen Boys—Discipline, Mindset, and What Actually Works with Dr. Andrew Wittman

Episode #422: Sandra Beck on Weight Loss, Strength Training & Mental Fitness with Erin Kerry

Episode #421: Sandra Beck on Developing Inner Strength—How to Break Through What’s Holding You Back with SharRon Jamison

Episode #420: Sandra Beck on Women’s Friendships—Why Connection Is Critical for Your Health

Episode #419: Developing Yourself Again After Raising Kids with Sandra Beck: Reclaiming Identity, Purpose, and Choice

Episode #418: Navigating Events as a Single Mom with Sandra Beck: Holding It Together Without Losing Yourself

Episode #417: Empty Nest with Sandra Beck: Letting Go, Reclaiming Yourself, and What Comes Next

Episode #416: Breaking the Need to People Please with Sandra Beck: Choosing Self-Respect Over Approval

Episode #415: Navigating Big Changes Later in Life with Sandra Beck: When Your Kids Are Teens or Grown

Episode #414: It’s Never Too Late to Begin Again with Sandra Beck: Starting Fresh at Any Stage of Life

Episode #413: Bouncing Back with Style with Sandra Beck: Beginning Again When Life Throws You a Curve

Episode 412: Learning to Let Go with Sandra Beck

Episode #411: Old-Fashioned Dating, Modern Love: Duana Welch and Sandra Beck Talk Finding Love Again on Motherhood Talk Radio

Episode #410: Boosting Brain Health for Kids — and Parents — with Trish Wilkinson on Motherhood Talk Radio

Episode #409: How to Fight Fair with Sandra Beck and Dr. Mark Borg

Episode #408: Choosing a Parenting Expert with Sandra Beck and Sharon Silver

Episode #407: Overcoming Betrayal with Sandra Beck and Deb Silber