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That's Total Mom Sense

by Evergreen Podcasts · English · Kids & Family

Kanika Chadda Gupta, a seasoned CNN television journalist, podcaster, and mother of three (including twins), aims to give credit where it's often overlooked - the lasting impact of living your purpose and modeling that for the next generation. She hosts the popular podcast That's Total Mom Sense, wh

New episodes: Weekly
Typical length: 46 min
Latest: 8 Oct 2026
Language: English

Latest episode

8 Oct 2026 · 54 min

REPLAY: SAHIL BLOOM: How to Make Your Dream Life a Reality

Entrepreneur, investor, father, and author of The 5 Types of Wealth, Sahil Bloom shares how he applies success principles to parenting, the importance of core family values, and how to build wealth in all facets that results in your dream life. Tune in for insights on discipline, structure, and being more present with tangible takeaways you can implement today. Buy His Book: https://a.co/d/fBZjUvv Meet My Guest: WEBSITE: http://www.sahilbloom.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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S8 · E298 · 1 Oct 2026 · 55 min
EVA PILGRIM: The Power of a Good Question
Eva Pilgrim has spent her career chasing stories from local newsrooms to ABC News, GMA3, 20/20 and now the anchor desk of Inside Edition, where she became only the fourth host in the show's history after Deborah Norville. But her path into journalism wasn't exactly planned. In college, she was doing website work for “beer money” when one of those sites happened to be connected to a news station—and a career was born. On this episode of That's Total Mom Sense, Eva and Kanika go behind the broadcast: growing up Korean-American in a military family, the stories that changed her, what she…
S8 · E297 · 25 Sep 2026 · 44 min
AUGGIE SERIES: Back to School, Back to Balance: Creating Routines That Actually Work for Your Family
The start of a new school year brings fresh opportunities—but it also brings packed calendars, shifting routines, earlier mornings, extracurriculars, homework, meal planning, and the mental load of keeping everyone on track. Join us for Back to School, Back to Balance: Creating Routines That Actually Work for Your Family, a practical conversation about preparing your entire family for a successful school year without burning out. We'll explore how to create sustainable routines, reduce household stress, support children's independence, and navigate the transition back to school with more…
S8 · E296 · 24 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 8 min
FRAN HAUSER: Do Less. Achieve More. But HOW?
What if you could accomplish more by spending LESS time? My dear friend and mentor Fran Hauser joins me to unpack her new book, Twenty Minutes Is the New Hour, and the four hidden time drains stealing our hours: People Pleasing, Perfectionism, Procrastination and Padding. We talk about the 20-minute mindset, messy action, smarter meetings and—most importantly—how to make time for what actually matters. Because busy isn’t the goal. Impact is. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S9 · E295 · 17 Sep 2026 · 38 min
SAMANTHA DONG: High Heels That Don't Hurt!
What if you never had to choose between style and comfort again?In this episode of That’s Total Mom Sense, I sit down with Samantha Dong, Founder and CEO of Ally Shoes—the brand redefining what it means to wear heels. Designed by women, for women, Ally’s pain-free heels are engineered for real life: long days, busy schedules, and moments when you need to show up with confidence.We talk about: The problem with traditional heels—and why they hurt How Ally Shoes are designed with podiatrist-approved innovation Samantha’s entrepreneurial journey building a mission-driven brand The intersection…
10 Sep 2026 · 37 min
REPLAY: THARA NATALIE: Mindfulness, Marriage and Motherhood
In this special AAPI Voices episode presented by Lexus, Kanika Chadda Gupta sits down with yoga teacher and mother of two, Thara Natalie. Best known for her soulful approach to fitness, Thara opens up about her multicultural upbringing, her evolution from performer to wellness warrior, and how she and husband Jay Sean are raising mindful kids in today’s fast-paced world. Recorded at her wellness studio in New Jersey, this heartfelt conversation includes a sound bath session and a rapid fire where Thara shares her favorite memories in the car and the rituals that keep her grounded. Don’t miss…
3 Sep 2026 · 46 min
REPLAY: SARA HARBERSON: Crack the College Code
I sit down with admissions expert and author, Sara Harberson, to explore how parents can prepare kids for college at any stage. We discuss key strategies from her new book, Soundbite, on assembling a full proof college checklist, her take on the Varsity Blues scandal, financial aid, and guidance for underrepresented communities. Tune in for an insightful conversation that will help you support your child’s journey navigating higher education with confidence and authenticity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S8 · E294 · 27 Aug 2026 · 49 min
TORI KELLY: Motherhood Changed Everything
What happens when one of the most powerful voices of our generation becomes a mother? In this intimate, unfiltered conversation, Grammy-winning artist Tori Kelly joins That’s Total Mom Sense to share how motherhood has transformed her identity, creativity, and purpose. From performing at the Knicks Championship Game to navigating the quiet, sacred moments of early motherhood, Tori opens up about matrescence, marriage, and what legacy truly means now. We talk about: The emotional shift from artist to mother How motherhood is reshaping her music and upcoming album Staying connected in marriage…
S8 · E293 · 20 Aug 2026 · 43 min
JAY FEINGOLD: Get Organized with a Garage Reset
In this episode of That’s Total Mom Sense – Home Sweet Home Series, Kanika Chadda Gupta sits down with Jay Feingold, owner of PremierGarage of Northern New Jersey, to explore how transforming one overlooked space—the garage—can completely change the rhythm of your home. From cluttered chaos to streamlined systems, Jay shares expert-backed strategies for creating functional, beautiful storage solutions that actually work for busy families. We dive into the emotional side of organization, how it impacts parenting, and why your garage might be the missing piece to a calmer home.Whether you're…
S8 · E292 · 13 Aug 2026 · 43 min
DEEPALI VYAS: Get Noticed & Get Hired: The Recruiter’s Playbook
What do recruiters actually look for—and how can you stand out in a world where AI is changing everything? In this powerful, no-BS conversation, Kanika Chadda Gupta sits down with elite recruiter Deepali Vyas to break down exactly how to build a personal brand that gets noticed—and hired. From helping moms re-enter the workforce, to guiding teens on building standout resumes, to showing you how to use AI as your advantage—not your competition—this episode is packed with actionable strategies you can implement immediately. If you’ve ever felt stuck, overlooked, or unsure how to position…
S8 · E291 · 6 Aug 2026 · 57 min
KOEL PURIE RINCHET: Mummy is Dead: Finding Yourself in Motherhood
What if motherhood wasn’t always beautiful—and we finally said it out loud? In this bold, honest, and darkly funny episode of That’s Total Mom Sense, I sit down with actor, writer, and playwright Koel Purie Rinchet to talk about her provocative new play Mummy’s Dead, Long Live Mummy!—a satirical, unfiltered look at modern motherhood. From her global career across film, television, and theatre to creating one of the most talked-about plays about motherhood today, Koel opens up about identity, exhaustion, reinvention, and the silent sisterhood of mothers. We talk about:• The myth of the…
S8 · E290 · 30 Jul 2026 · 51 min
STEPHANIE and TYLER LESHNEY: The Bath Time Hack Every Parent Needs
A husband-and-wife team is redefining kids’ bath time—with clean ingredients, sensory play, and serious intention. I met them at Mom 2.0, and as a fellow twin mom, this conversation hit home. This is not just “fun”—it’s smart parenting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
23 Jul 2026 · 36 min
REPLAY: ROO POWELL: Summer Cyber Smarts — Digital Parenting Tips & Online Safety
Join us for an eye-opening talk. As Summer approaches and screen time increases, it's crucial for parents to stay informed about best practices for keeping children safe online. Featuring Roo Powell, founder of SOSA (Safe from Online Sex Abuse), and Kanika Chadda-Gupta, founder of That's Total Momsense, this session will provide practical advice and tools to help you create a secure online environment for your kids. #aurapartner Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
16 Jul 2026 · 43 min
REPLAY: DANIELLE MCWATERS: Eye on the Prize! Brand Building & the Hottest Sunglasses Year-Round
Danielle spent over a decade crafting brands behind the scenes. What came next? Saying yes to her own vision—and learning how to juggle businesses, babies, and boundaries in the realest way possible. Danielle is a designer, creative director, strategist, educator, brand mentor and founder of award winning, California-based branding and packaging studio, Designsake. She started her career in publishing as a photographer, then transitioned to be a visual designer at Benefit Cosmetics where she created brand and product strategy, custom packaging, and global advertising campaigns for six years.…
9 Jul 2026 · 37 min
REPLAY: PATRICIA E. VANCE: Game On: Tips for Parents on Navigating the World of Video Games
190.6 million Americans ages 5-90 play video games and 61% report playing a video game at least one hour per week. Video games have evolved over the decades and have become more than just entertainment— they teach team building, critical thinking skills, and are a means for socializing. Patricia E. Vance, President of the ESRB who has spent over 20 years in the industry, shares her insights on how parents can set boundaries to keep kids’ safe while gaming and encourages them to join in on the fun as a way to bond. This episode has been brought to you by the Entertainment Software…
S8 · E289 · 2 Jul 2026 · 45 min
KIRA WILLEY: Raising Joyful Kids
Parenting isn’t broken — but the way we’re doing it might be. Kira Willey joins me to unpack what kids really need today, and how we can show up with more clarity, connection, and confidence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S8 · E288 · 25 Jun 2026 · 48 min
DR. KIM VAN DUSEN: Stop the Tantrums: How Play Can Transform Your Child’s Behavior
What if the key to fewer tantrums, better behavior, and deeper connection with your child wasn’t discipline—but play? In this powerful episode, Kanika Chadda Gupta sits down with Dr. Kim Van Dusen—aka The Parentologist—to unpack the science and strategy behind her new book Parenting Through Play. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S8 · E287 · 19 Jun 2026 · 1 hr 3 min
KATE DOERGE: Turning Pain into Purpose
🎙️ Megaphone Blurb (Podcast Description)Grief changes you—but it doesn’t have to erase you.In this deeply moving episode, Kanika sits down with author and grief coach Kate Doerge, who shares her unimaginable journey through loss: losing both parents and her 16-year-old daughter, Penny.Through heartbreak, Kate found a new way forward—one that doesn’t try to “fix” grief, but instead helps you move through it with intention.In this conversation, she introduces her powerful framework, The 5 Actions Through Grief, offering tangible tools to help you feel grounded, connected, and even open to joy…
S8 · E286 · 11 Jun 2026 · 1 hr
NAMRATHA STANLEY: Wine 101 + A Woman Who Rebuilt Her Life From Scratch
What does it take to start over and build a life in wine? In this episode, Namratha Stanley shares her extraordinary journey from Bangalore to Bordeaux, where she built her own wine brand, Solicantus, from scratch. Alongside her powerful personal story, she breaks down Bordeaux Wine 101 – grapes, regions, and how to actually enjoy wine without intimidation. This is a conversation about reinvention, resilience, and what happens when you trust yourself enough to begin again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
4 Jun 2026 · 38 min
REPLAY: DR. ADITI NERURKAR, MD: Why So Stressed? - Rewire Your Brain and Reset Your Life
As per Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy’s national advisory, 1 in 3 parents is feeling high levels of stress. There are 63 million parents living with children under the age of 18 in the US, so this is roughly 210 million people who are feeling burnout. Today we have Harvard stress expert Dr. Aditi Nerurkar on the show to break down the different types of stress (adaptive and maladaptive) and how we can rewire our brains to manage daily pressures in the long term, as she outlines in her NYT bestselling book, The Five Resets: Rewire Your Brain and Body for Less Stress and More Resilience.…
28 May 2026 · 33 min
REPLAY: DR. SUE VARMA: Build Healthier Habits & Stronger Relationships with Practical Optimism
Psychiatrist and Clinical Assistant Professor Dr. Sue Varma’s groundbreaking work shows that “optimism” goes beyond just having a positive outlook – it brings about better outcomes. Optimists tend to achieve more success, report higher incomes and job satisfaction, adopt healthier habits, build stronger relationships, and experience greater overall life satisfaction, ultimately leading to increased happiness. Sue states simply that “optimists may be born, but practical optimists are made.” Practical Optimism is a mindset that can be learned – and Practical Optimism lays out a roadmap to…
21 May 2026 · 38 min
REPLAY: CASSIE HOLMES: Optimizing Your Time to Live a Happier Life
When I was in my teens, I remember watching a biopic on famed Indian mathematician from the early 1900s - Ramanujan. He was often saying “There’s so much to do yet so little time.” He’d work for 30 hours at a stretch and slept for 20. He discovered nearly 4,000 equations + formulas and died at the prime age of 32. Why do I bring him up? Because he wanted more time to achieve his goals in life which gave him a sense of fulfillment and happiness. As many of us do. But consider this. Why are the happiest people on earth either babies or the elderly enjoying their sunset years? It doesn’t have…
S8 · E285 · 14 May 2026 · 44 min
ERICA BETHE LEVIN: Put an End to Picky Eating
What if picky eating isn’t your child’s fault—but how we’re feeding them? In this episode, I sit down with Erica Bethe Levin, founder of Globowl, the baby food brand redefining how kids experience food from their very first bites. After struggling with picky eating with her first child, Erica took a completely different approach the second time—introducing bold, globally inspired flavors like curry and spices early on, with powerful results. We talk about the critical “flavor window,” why early allergen exposure matters, how gut health is tied to food diversity, and why traditional “kid…
S8 · E824 · 7 May 2026 · 50 min
ARLAN HAMILTON: What the 1% Don’t Want You to Know About Building Wealth
What if your biggest disadvantage could become your greatest edge? In this powerful episode of That’s Total Mom Sense, I sit down with venture capitalist, author, and founder of Backstage Capital, Arlan Hamilton, who went from sleeping on the floor of the San Francisco airport to building a multimillion-dollar fund investing in underestimated founders. With no degree, no connections, and no traditional path into Silicon Valley, Arlan rewrote the rules—and is now helping others do the same. We talk about: The mindset shift that can change your financial future Why “you only need one yes” is…
S8 · E283 · 30 Apr 2026 · 48 min
AUGGIE SERIES: Rewriting the Parenting Playbook: Honoring Moms, Empowering Families
For generations, mothers have been asked to carry an outsized share of the unpaid, invisible, and logistical labor that keeps families functioning. From caregiving and mental load to emotional labor and school forms, modern motherhood has been shaped by systems that quietly assume women will fill the gaps — at home, at work, and in society. But the cultural narrative is shifting — and parents, companies, and communities are rewriting the playbook in real time. Join us for Rewriting the Parenting Playbook: Honoring Moms, Empowering Families, a conversation about how caregiving expectations…
S8 · E282 · 23 Apr 2026 · 51 min
LIBBY WARD: The Cycle Ends With You: Healing as a Mother
She built a community of over a million moms by telling the truth—but this conversation goes even deeper. Libby Ward joins me to unpack the realities no one prepares you for: mom rage, postpartum depression, burnout, and how childhood trauma quietly shapes the way we parent. We talk about what it actually means to break generational cycles, why so many mothers feel overwhelmed and triggered, and how healing yourself might be the most important thing you do for your kids. If you’ve ever felt like you’re failing as a mom… you’re not alone—and this episode will show you why. Learn more about…
S8 · E281 · 16 Apr 2026 · 28 min
SHEINELLE JONES: Fight For Your Joy (and Listen to Mom!)
What does it look like to live your dream and then have your world shattered? TODAY Show co-host Sheinelle Jones knew since fifth grade that she was made for morning television. She manifested it, worked for it, and built a life of beauty alongside her Northwestern sweetheart Uche. Then came the nightmare no vision board could prepare her for. In this deeply personal Mom Sense conversation, Sheinelle opens up about growing up surrounded by her mother's affirmations, falling in love on a college campus, raising boy-girl twins while anchoring national television, and walking through the…
S8 · E280 · 9 Apr 2026 · 47 min
DR. RACHEL GOLDMAN: How to Stop Stress Spirals (CBT Tools That Actually Work)
In this episode of That’s Total Mom Sense, host Kanika Chadda Gupta sits down with nationally recognized clinical psychologist Rachel L. Goldman to talk about something so many parents silently struggle with: burnout, stress, and the pressure to do it all. Dr. Rachel, a cognitive behavioral therapy expert and author of When Life Happens, shares practical tools for navigating emotional overwhelm, breaking patterns of overachieving, and building healthier coping strategies for everyday stress. Together, they discuss why high-performing parents are especially vulnerable to burnout, how…
2 Apr 2026 · 26 min
REPLAY: DANIELLE CABRAL: Fame, Family, & Fashion
Kanika opens this episode by sharing her personal story living in the “sandwich generation” as a mom of three (including twins) and caregiving for her mother who has dementia. She is later joined by ⁠Danielle Cabral⁠, star of Real Housewives of New Jersey, for an on stage keynote interview to talk about motherhood, fame, and the challenges of being on reality TV. They discuss the importance of support from their tribe and dealing with criticism from fans on social media. Their conversation is real, poignant, funny and heartwarming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S8 · E279 · 26 Mar 2026 · 56 min
Are GLP-1s Right For Me?
After kids, many parents notice that their bodies don’t respond the way they used to. Weight loss feels harder. Energy fluctuates differently. Hormones, sleep disruption, stress, and the mental load of caregiving all intersect — and the growing conversation around GLP-1 medications has added a new layer of curiosity, confusion, and questions. Join us for GLP-1s & the Post-Kids Body: What’s Different, What’s Working & What’s Next, a nuanced and evidence-informed conversation exploring how bodies change after pregnancy and caregiving — and where GLP-1s fit (and don’t fit) into the bigger…

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Typical length: 46 min
Latest episode: 8 Oct 2026
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