"If I could daydream it, I could make it happen," shares Ryan Norville on our zoom call that felt like two old friends reconnecting. The artist and owner of floral design studio, Oat Cinnamon, never thought she would be working with florals for a living. The Harlem born mom of two spent the beginning of her career being challenged with balancing corporate life and her personal, spiritual practices. Norville chose taking the path of integrity and intentional growth when she decided to bootstrap her business. Listen in as Ryan and I spend much of the call giggling, discovering parallels between our life philosophies and professional trajectories, and what it means to dream in order to create. 

"If I could daydream it, I could make it happen," shares Ryan Norville on our zoom call that felt like two old friends reconnecting. The artist and owner of floral design studio, Oat Cinnamon, never thought she would be working with florals for a living. The Harlem born mom of two spent the beginning of her career being challenged with balancing corporate life and her personal, spiritual practices. Norville chose taking the path of integrity and intentional growth when she decided to bootstrap her business. Listen in as Ryan and I spend much of the call giggling, discovering parallels between our life philosophies and professional trajectories, and what it means to dream in order to create.

EP 42- Work Doesn't Come First with Ryan Norville 

Samantha Duenas aka SOSUPERSAM can easily be described as limitless. The LA based, multi-hyphenate started her entertainment career as a professional dancer supporting artists like Miley Cyrus, Kelly Rowland, and touring with The Cheetah Girls. SOSUPERSAM, who pulled her name from her previous time spent in the days of blogging, has over 10 years of international DJing experience. Sam, paving the way for the modern female DJ, has built a bridge between the DJ booth, red carpet, and major ad campaigns. Listen in as we discuss co-parenting as both step and bio moms, navigating nightlife in motherhood, and the power of the pivot. 

Samantha Duenas aka SOSUPERSAM can easily be described as limitless. The LA based, multi-hyphenate started her entertainment career as a professional dancer supporting artists like Miley Cyrus, Kelly Rowland, and touring with The Cheetah Girls. SOSUPERSAM, who pulled her name from her previous time spent in the days of blogging, has over 10 years of international DJing experience. Sam, paving the way for the modern female DJ, has built a bridge between the DJ booth, red carpet, and major ad campaigns. Listen in as we discuss co-parenting as both step and bio moms, navigating nightlife in motherhood, and the power of the pivot.

EP 41 - A Meaningful Pivot with Samantha Duenas 

If you don't know Alejandra LaPilusa, then you absolutely know her work. Her aesthetic genius and talent as a wardrobe stylist and designer has been the driving force behind many famous faces. Most notably, Alejandra styled SZA's SOS album cover and tour looks along with countless magazine covers, music videos, and much more. As if that isn't enough, LaPilusa is also the co-founder and designer for Year of Ours, a women's activewear brand. In the midst of all of that, the LA native is raising her son, loving her husband, not cutting corners, and finding ways to honor herself and her Latina heritage. Tap in to this LIVE episode full of emotions, laughs, and anecdotes on iconic fashion moments! 

If you don't know Alejandra LaPilusa, then you absolutely know her work. Her aesthetic genius and talent as a wardrobe stylist and designer has been the driving force behind many famous faces. Most notably, Alejandra styled SZA's SOS album cover and tour looks along with countless magazine covers, music videos, and much more. As if that isn't enough, LaPilusa is also the co-founder and designer for Year of Ours, a women's activewear brand. In the midst of all of that, the LA native is raising her son, loving her husband, not cutting corners, and finding ways to honor herself and her Latina heritage. Tap in to this LIVE episode full of emotions, laughs, and anecdotes on iconic fashion moments!

EP 40 - If You Can't Get It, Make It with Alejandra LaPilusa

Evelynn Escobar

Some people you just know you will connect with. That has always been my inclination about Founder and Executive Director of Hike Clerb, Evelynn Escobar. In our LIVE recording, Evelynn and I dive into prioritizing and recognizing life's theme and purpose, rebelling against a daily routine, and honoring her younger self by committing to the liberation of Black, brown, and indigenous women. Get comfortable and listen in, because talking to Evelynn is like meeting an old friend for the first time. Stay tuned until the end for an intimate "Ask A Cool Mom" segment. 

Some people you just know you will connect with. That has always been my inclination about Founder and Executive Director of Hike Clerb, Evelynn Escobar. In our LIVE recording, Evelynn and I dive into prioritizing and recognizing life's theme and purpose, rebelling against a daily routine, and honoring her younger self by committing to the liberation of Black, brown, and indigenous women. Get comfortable and listen in, because talking to Evelynn is like meeting an old friend for the first time. Stay tuned until the end for an intimate "Ask A Cool Mom" segment.

EP 39 - We Are Our Own Liberators with Evelynn Escobar

Brooke DeVard

We are back at Soho Warehouse in Los Angeles for an exciting LIVE recording with the magnetic Brooke DeVard Ozaydinli. Not only does Brooke innovate marketing at Instagram, she has created and hosts a top 1% globally shared podcast, Naked Beauty. Tune in as we share stories around the restorative nature of beauty, what it takes to build a successful platform, and her innate freedom to post without monitoring the perceptions of others. Listen to the end for an insightful round of questions from our live audience for "Ask A COOL MOM". 

We are back at Soho Warehouse in Los Angeles for an exciting LIVE recording with the magnetic Brooke DeVard Ozaydinli. Not only does Brooke innovate marketing at Instagram, she has created and hosts a top 1% globally shared podcast, Naked Beauty. Tune in as we share stories around the restorative nature of beauty, what it takes to build a successful platform, and her innate freedom to post without monitoring the perceptions of others. Listen to the end for an insightful round of questions from our live audience for "Ask A COOL MOM".

EP 38 - It's All About Hours with Brooke DeVard Ozaydinli 

Laura Stylez

Laura Stylez always knew from a young age she wanted to work in hip hop, however she never desired to be a mother. It was always about her career. Tune in as Laura shares the iconic story of leaving LA for New York where she would find herself answering phones at a radio station and eventually sit at the helm of one of the most successful morning shows in the country. Stylez shares how she navigated a high risk pregnancy and postpartum in the midst of a pandemic. Laura also speaks to how with a supportive partner, unexpected friendships, her co-hosts at HOT 97, and under the tutelage of wildly talented titans of the radio: Monie Love, Steph Lova, and Angie Martinez, her community supports her success on and off the air. 

Laura Stylez always knew from a young age she wanted to work in hip hop, however she never desired to be a mother. It was always about her career. Tune in as Laura shares the iconic story of leaving LA for New York where she would find herself answering phones at a radio station and eventually sit at the helm of one of the most successful morning shows in the country. Stylez shares how she navigated a high risk pregnancy and postpartum in the midst of a pandemic. Laura also speaks to how with a supportive partner, unexpected friendships, her co-hosts at HOT 97, and under the tutelage of wildly talented titans of the radio: Monie Love, Steph Lova, and Angie Martinez, her community supports her success on and off the air.

EP 37 - Always A Student with Laura Stylez

We are back in New York and LIVE from Soho House! The multi-talented, Jillian Hervey, one half of the musical duo Lion Babe, joins us in person for a conversation full of laughs, synergy, and refreshing honesty. Jillian has always been a creative. In many ways she didn't have a choice. As the daughter of the iconic Vanessa Williams, Jillian grew up admiring her mother's dedication to her craft. The Parson's graduate and trained dancer eventually met her future life partner and bandmate Lucas Goodman, and the couple together have created a potent sound as Lion Babe. Listen in as Jillian intimately shares growing up as the daughter of a living legend, creativity has her continuous life line, and how motherhood has enriched her everyday.

EP 36 - My Whole Life Is Creativity with Jillian Hervey

Imani Cohen

A woman of many names - The Hood Healer, Astrobae, and even Carrie Cripshaw - Imani Cohen is always one of the most fascinating people in the room. The psychic clairvoyant has built a devoted community on and offline from twitter all the way to Hollywood's A list. No matter the client, it's been Imani's mission to elevate the collective with the alchemy of truth. Listen in as Imani shares her journey with an early diagnosis of schizophrenia, coming into her power, going from homeless to abundant, and ultimately becoming one of the most sought after clairvoyants today. She even gives me some sage words on my love life that have proven to be true (of course!). Listen in and take notes - this is a great one!. Also make sure to subscribe to Imani's OnlyFans for exclusive content and forecasts.

EP 35- It Takes A Village To Raise A Mother with Imani Cohen

Rachael Finley

This week we are tuned in with the spirited Rachael Finley best known as Steak to her legion of supporters. In this hilarious, beautifully raw, and unequivocally inspiring episode, the multi-hyphenate creative keeps us on our toes with truth and levity. A pioneer of the internet, Rachael discusses building a following before smart phones, doing it for the clout, being happily divorced, becoming pregnant while traversing cancer, and building multiple successful streetwear brands all while having her unique experience of being a mother of two (and so much more!). Press play to f*ck around and find out what makes Rachael so damn cool. Make sure to check out Finley's own podcast Steak Talk. (Episode previously recorded Spring 2022)

EP 34 - What Happens When You F*ck Around & Find Out with Rachael Finley 

Synmia Rosine

Season 3 of Cool Moms LIVE at Soho House kicks off in Los Angeles with the radiant Synmia Rosine. Originally from LA, Synmia is an herbalist, doula and self-described farmsteader in addition to being a mother of two with her third on the way. Listen in as Synmia and I discuss systems of healing through clearing space, her journey in sobriety, sex as a tool for manifestation, and what it means to live indigenously. (Previously recorded Spring 2022)*Discussions of suicide &amp; SA

Season 3 of Cool Moms LIVE at Soho House kicks off in Los Angeles with the radiant Synmia Rosine. Originally from LA, Synmia is an herbalist, doula and self-described farmsteader in addition to being a mother of two with her third on the way. Listen in as Synmia and I discuss systems of healing through clearing space, her journey in sobriety, sex as a tool for manifestation, and what it means to live indigenously. (Previously recorded Spring 2022) *Discussions of suicide &amp; SA

EP 33 - To Be Intuitive You Can Not Be Colonized with Synmia Rosine

COOL MOMS is a bi-weekly podcast hosted by Elise Peterson featuring mothers who prioritize their passions. "We're not like regular moms; we're cool moms."

Shari Siadat

Excited to be rounding out the year with the innovative, multi-hyphenate Founder of TooD Beauty and single mother of three, Shari Siadat. After a pandemic, a baby, a divorce, and blooming into several new business ventures between the two of us, Shari and I pick up right where we left off pre-pandemic friendship. We get intimate and, of course, kooky talking all things spiritual wellness, shedding old versions of self, fears of starting a business in an oversaturated market, and why Shari and her TooD Beauty team developed the first biodegradable glitter makeup. Tap in and make sure to listen to the end for our "Ask A Cool Mom" segment with a question from our Cool Moms community! 

Excited to be rounding out the year with the innovative, multi-hyphenate Founder of TooD Beauty and single mother of three, Shari Siadat. After a pandemic, a baby, a divorce, and blooming into several new business ventures between the two of us, Shari and I pick up right where we left off pre-pandemic friendship. We get intimate and, of course, kooky talking all things spiritual wellness, shedding old versions of self, fears of starting a business in an oversaturated market, and why Shari and her TooD Beauty team developed the first biodegradable glitter makeup. Tap in and make sure to listen to the end for our "Ask A Cool Mom" segment with a question from our Cool Moms community!

EP 32 - I Validate Myself & That's All I Need with Shari Siadat

Beth Birkett

We are kicking off Season 3 with the visionary Beth Birkett. Beth is what many would call your fave's fave. As the Co-Owner of the lauded Union Los Angeles and Founder of Bephie Beauty Supply, she has been a fixture in the fashion and creative industries for decades. Stepping into the spotlight, Beth is adding "Co-Signer" to her accomplishments as a judge for HBO Max's The Hype. For Episode 31, Beth and I get personal talking about starting over when transitioning careers, success vs. the optics of success, raising teenage boys, and the conscious choice to move from behind the scenes to a star in the forefront. Tap in, because we are talking sh*t and gifting wisdom. 

We are kicking off Season 3 with the visionary Beth Birkett. Beth is what many would call your fave's fave. As the Co-Owner of the lauded Union Los Angeles and Founder of Bephie Beauty Supply, she has been a fixture in the fashion and creative industries for decades. Stepping into the spotlight, Beth is adding "Co-Signer" to her accomplishments as a judge for HBO Max's The Hype. For Episode 31, Beth and I get personal talking about starting over when transitioning careers, success vs. the optics of success, raising teenage boys, and the conscious choice to move from behind the scenes to a star in the forefront. Tap in, because we are talking sh*t and gifting wisdom.

EP 31 - I'm A Free Spirit, I Always Have Been with Beth Birkett

I'm excited to be partnering with ByHeart on this episode where I speak with President and Co- Founder, Mia Funt, on her professional trajectory, process of building an innovative formula brand, and how they've galvanized an incredible support system for parents. Cluster is ByHeart's community based platform which serves as a destination to connect parents to experts, classes and events, and chats with other parents going through the exact same moment you are — for levity and empathy, advice and support — so you get the help you need, when you need it most. More on the exciting partnership in this week's episode along with some personal triumphs, Mercury Rx kicking my ass, and much more in this week in motherhood. Tap in!

EP 30 - It Was Always About Innovation with Mia Funt

We are kicking things off with our first episode of 2021 featuring the Co-Founder and CEO of Circumference, Jina Kim. Circumference is the future forward sustainable skincare line that utilizes root to leaf and back again. (They also have the most luscious moisturizer!) Listen in as Jina and I talk growing up honoring the daily ritual of Korean beauty, the value in implementing sustainable business practices, and her best takeaway from working with other brands.

We are kicking things off with our first episode of 2021 featuring the Co-Founder and CEO of Circumference, Jina Kim. Circumference is the future forward sustainable skincare line that utilizes root to leaf and back again. (They also have the most luscious moisturizer!) Listen in as Jina and I talk growing up honoring the daily ritual of Korean beauty, the value in implementing sustainable business practices, and her best takeaway from working with other brands.

EP 29 - Knowing Your Brand & Your Vision with Jina Kim

Carla Lalli

There's so much to love about Carla Lalli Music. The mother of two, published cookbook author, chef, and Food Editor at Large of Bon Appétit has brought tremendous joy cooking on the screens of viewers globally. Tune in as we chat about how being Italian American informs how she parents, her upcoming cookbook, and her perspective on the public workplace changes at BA.

There's so much to love about Carla Lalli Music. The mother of two, published cookbook author, chef, and Food Editor at Large of Bon Appétit has brought tremendous joy cooking on the screens of viewers globally. Tune in as we chat about how being Italian American informs how she parents, her upcoming cookbook, and her perspective on the public workplace changes at BA.

EP 28 - Taking This Time To Experiment with Carla Lalli Music

Tatianna Tarot

Tatianna Tarot is magnetic. Previously a professional dancer, the now Diviner, Iyanifa, educator and mama has deeply rooted herself in her spiritual practice. I came across her years ago on instagram where, among other things, she gives incredibly insightful daily tarot forecasts. Listen in as we discuss her modalities of spiritual practice, living in your purpose, and raising an attune child. Dive in as we laugh a lot! 

Tatianna Tarot is magnetic. Previously a professional dancer, the now Diviner, Iyanifa, educator and mama has deeply rooted herself in her spiritual practice. I came across her years ago on instagram where, among other things, she gives incredibly insightful daily tarot forecasts. Listen in as we discuss her modalities of spiritual practice, living in your purpose, and raising an attune child. Dive in as we laugh a lot!

EP 27 - Spirit Has An Agenda For You with Tatianna Tarot

Katherine Clark

We welcomed US Congresswoman, Katherine Clark, for Massachusetts's 5th congressional district to COOL MOMS. Join in as Congresswoman Clark and I get honest about the lack accessibility to affordable childcare, the necessity to support women and mothers, and the legacy she is building toward everyday.

We welcomed US Congresswoman, Katherine Clark, for Massachusetts's 5th congressional district to COOL MOMS. Join in as Congresswoman Clark and I get honest about the lack accessibility to affordable childcare, the necessity to support women and mothers, and the legacy she is building toward everyday.

EP 26 - To Ensure Everybody's Child Is Well Taken Care Of with Congresswoman Katherine Clark

Jenné Claiborne

Jenné Claiborne is even more than meets the eye. The lauded vegan chef, mother, and author of Sweet Potato Soul Cookbook is a self made entrepreneur with an affinity for her southern roots. Jenné shares much of her world via her successful Youtube channel which she started as a fun way to share recipes with friends. Tune in as Jenné and I discuss how her family laid the foundation for her relationship with food, dissecting elitism within the vegan community, and how she continues to push herself to strive beyond her own expectations.  

Jenné Claiborne is even more than meets the eye. The lauded vegan chef, mother, and author of Sweet Potato Soul Cookbook is a self made entrepreneur with an affinity for her southern roots. Jenné shares much of her world via her successful Youtube channel which she started as a fun way to share recipes with friends. Tune in as Jenné and I discuss how her family laid the foundation for her relationship with food, dissecting elitism within the vegan community, and how she continues to push herself to strive beyond her own expectations.

EP 25 - Every Shift Has Been Organic with Jenné Claiborne

LaTonya Yvette is a trailblazer. The writer, published author, mother of two, and advocate was one of the first Black women to make waves in the world of lifestyle blogging. Her passion for writing and inherent ability to galvanize community led the Brooklyn native to publishing her first book, Woman of Color: part memoir, part lifestyle guide.  We discuss what it means to be an open book with boundaries, restructuring family, and bond over the importance Black maternal health while getting candid about our own birth stories. Tune in, laugh and go deep with LaTonya and I. 

LaTonya Yvette is a trailblazer. The writer, published author, mother of two, and advocate was one of the first Black women to make waves in the world of lifestyle blogging. Her passion for writing and inherent ability to galvanize community led the Brooklyn native to publishing her first book, Woman of Color: part memoir, part lifestyle guide.  We discuss what it means to be an open book with boundaries, restructuring family, and bond over the importance Black maternal health while getting candid about our own birth stories. Tune in, laugh and go deep with LaTonya and I.

EP 24 - Resistance Is An Everyday, Every Moment Act with LaTonya Yvette

Hope Smith is enigmatic. Departing from a very successful modeling career, the beauty entrepreneur led a fairly private life before wedding her husband, billionaire philanthropist Robert Smith. It was in Hope's first pregnancy, the idea sparked to use modeling industry knowledge coupled with her formal background in cosmetic dermatology to formulate the answer to stretch marks. The brand MUTHA was born. Join us as Hope and I discuss the power in investing in yourself while still giving back, dismantling shame around surrogacy, what it means to be a white woman raising Black children, and inadvertently carving out her own identity in founding her skincare line MUTHA.

Hope Smith is enigmatic. Departing from a very successful modeling career, the beauty entrepreneur led a fairly private life before wedding her husband, billionaire philanthropist Robert Smith. It was in Hope's first pregnancy, the idea sparked to use modeling industry knowledge coupled with her formal background in cosmetic dermatology to formulate the answer to stretch marks. The brand MUTHA was born. Join us as Hope and I discuss the power in investing in yourself while still giving back, dismantling shame around surrogacy, what it means to be a white woman raising Black children, and inadvertently carving out her own identity in founding her skincare line MUTHA.

EP 23 - It Was Never About A Brand with Hope Smith

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Mara Hoffman

Listen in as we get incredibly intimate with the innovative womenswear designer, Mara Hoffman of Mara Hoffman. We dig in to the ways in which we cope with transitions, the evolution of friendships and how celebrating death opens us to new beginnings.

EP 15 - By Letting Things Go, We're Freeing Ourselves with Mara Hoffman

Tune in as we speak with entrepreneur and owner of Bed-Stuy's concept store Sincerely, Tommy, Kai Avent-deLeon. She candidly discusses navigating the complexities of pregnancy and loss.

EP 3 - I Want To Serve As A Guide with Kai Avent-deLeon

Tune in and take notes this week as we sit down with vegan Chef Lauren Von Der Pool. She shares her infectious humor, knowledge of plant based healing, and inspiring story behind her rise from teen mom to published author, celebrity chef, and entrepreneur.

EP 4 - Put Them Ribs Down You Could Be Like Me with Chef Lauren Von Der Pool 

We're back with a special live recording from The Wing SOHO in partnership with our friends at TUMI! Actor, Alysia Reiner, and Journalist, Collier Meyerson, join us to discuss the evolution of motherhood in media, what are societal and self-imposed expectation we place on how millennial motherhood should look and of course catching up on the latest since our last chat. Feel the energy of our live audience and tune in! 

We're back with a special live recording from The Wing SOHO in partnership with our friends at TUMI! Actor, Alysia Reiner, and Journalist, Collier Meyerson, join us to discuss the evolution of motherhood in media, what are societal and self-imposed expectation we place on how millennial motherhood should look and of course catching up on the latest since our last chat. Feel the energy of our live audience and tune in!

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Rujeko Hockley

Volume up as we get personal with Assistant Curator at The Whitney Museum Rujeko Hockley. Ru gets personal discussing conceiving while on birth control, how her female relationships have changed since pregnancy and curating the most important show of her career.

EP 6 - Being Pregnant Gives You An Excuse Not To Do Anything with Rujeko Hockley

Listen in as we chat with Singer and DJ Nicole Albino along with her wife Designer Erin Magee. Nicole and Erin share the ways in which motherhood has impacted their creative outlets, challenges being an interracial couple, and how they chose to start their family.

EP 5 - Having Contractions And Someone Is Listening To Dubstep with Erin Magee & Nicole Albino

Leah Chernikoff, Digital Director of ELLE, chats how getting dressed for work reignited her style identity, going from IUD to pregnancy within months and how she uses her platform at ELLE to increase political awareness.

EP 7 - We'll Just Have Sex When It's Green with Leah Chernikoff

Tata Harper

Join us as we get personal and professional with skincare mogul Tata Harper of Tata Harper Skincare. Tata shares how growing up in Colombia impacts her approach to life and starting a business while simultaneously starting her family.

EP 10 - If You're Learning There Is No Failure with Tata Harper 

Sasha Plavsic

At thirty, make-up mogul, Sasha Plavsic, found herself working retail and living back at home with her parents in Vancouver. Between then and now, she learned invaluable lessons in starting simple, deepening her spiritual practice, and trusting her inner voice which lead her to creating Ilia Beauty.

EP 20 - I Had Those Voices, So I Listened with Sasha Plavsic

At nine months pregnant, curator Essence Harden sits down to talk having no limits, the importance of archiving family, and how she fell into curating.

EP 18 - There Were No Limits with Essence Harden

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