https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mommas-pearls-show--6464711enSociety & CultureCopyright Cynthia Litmanhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/d3e59617c66492089539f6ad6a68f747.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mommas-pearls-show--6464711Tue, 03 Jun 2025 11:12:48 +0000Cynthia LitmanCynthia Litmanfeeds@spreaker.comMommas Pearls strings together the beautiful bits of life through the lens of generational wisdom, popular culture, societal norms and a dose of spirituality. We polish the pearls with the help of insightful, inspirational, creative and entrepreneur...cleanepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/charlotte-s-port-for-parkland-benefit-concert-inspires-a-town--63508856http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2018/03/07/charlottes-port-for-parkland-benefit-concert-inspires-a-town-2Wed, 07 Mar 2018 23:52:23 +0000Cynthia LitmanThe Parkland tragedy reverberated throughout our nation and hit close to home. Aung San Suu Kyi's pearl "When you are feeling helpless, help someone" inspired a local teen Charlotte Kerpen, to take action. She's organizing #PortforParkland, a benefit...1850events,inspiration,motivation,movies,studentsclean411fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/self-love-care-with-nitika-chopra--63508860http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2018/02/28/self-love-care-with-nitika-chopraWed, 28 Feb 2018 16:00:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanI’m embarking on a 28 Day Self Love & Care Challenge. My friends, it's really been a challenge. On Insta, you'll notice self love & care is a common theme and I saw my beautiful friend Nitika Chopra's Chronic Self Love Challenge. Self love is...3570entrepreneur,life coaching,self care,self love,wellnessclean42fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-wonder-of-kindness--63508858http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2018/02/17/the-wonder-of-kindnessSat, 17 Feb 2018 17:22:05 +0000Cynthia LitmanRJ Palacio, a best selling, award winning, inspirational author of the globally beloved book, "WONDER" joins us. In a previously recorded  conversation, we polish the pearls of the book, movie (now available on DVD & On Demand by Lionsgate) and...1661books,family,kindness,mindfulness,wondersclean41fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/farm-fresh-fun--63508862http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2014/02/10/farm-fresh-funMon, 10 Feb 2014 14:30:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanFarm to table is not just a movement it's a direct way to inspire community. Farmigo is one company planting the seeds. I'm happy to spread them. Janet Mermel joins us as a INN Holistic Health Counselor and my local Farmigo Champion to talk about...1906community,farm to table,food,love,movementcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/winter-prep--63508864http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2013/12/12/winter-prepThu, 12 Dec 2013 15:30:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanWinter is Coming. Feeling like you want to hibernate is natural and our guest Lisa Erickson of Mommy Mystic, will guide us through the energies at play as we approach the Winter Solstice to cure your family of the winter blues and invite you to her...1843blogger,family,mom,mystical,winter solsticecleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/eat-for-life--63508865http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2012/09/12/eat-for-lifeWed, 12 Sep 2012 14:30:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanIf we are what we eat then why do we not take better care of what's on our plates, in our refrigerators and in our children's lunch boxes? We'll snack on bits of wisdom from my friend, fellow momma and Institute For Integrative Nutrition certified...1829coach,family,health,nutrition,parentscleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/time-and-again--63508867http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2012/06/08/time-and-againFri, 08 Jun 2012 14:00:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanTime is so precious, so fleeting and ultimately what you make of it.1714family,life,mother,parenting,timecleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lifeline--63508882http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2012/05/22/lifelineTue, 22 May 2012 15:00:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanContinuing our discussion on attachment parenting, breastfeeding and healthy boundaries with Ellen Shell, the director of the Le Leche League (LLL). Ellen has worked for 38 years with the LLL and as a lactation consultant to empower women. LLL's...2093attachment,breastfeed,inspiration,mother,parentscleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mom-up--63508887http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2012/05/18/mom-upFri, 18 May 2012 14:00:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanFifty Shades, Breastfeeding, Gay Marriage, it's like Moms Gone Wild!! What about all of this is natural and what is extremist? We will be exploring the controversy of the latest TIME MAGAZINE cover about attachment parenting and the pros and cons of...1876breastfeeding,family,inspiration,mother,parentingcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/holiday-magic--63508869http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2011/12/23/holiday-magicFri, 23 Dec 2011 16:00:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanTis the season to be filled with love and support. Let's go to that happy place where santa's bag is always filled for you.1065holiday,inspiration,love,magic,supportcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/wake-up-your-inner-superhero--63508861http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2011/11/08/wake-up-your-inner-superheroTue, 08 Nov 2011 16:00:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanMommas Pearls new broadcasts begin with waking up your inner SuperHero! You may be dusting off your superhero mask for Halloween but our natural powers overpower capes, just believethat you are already perfect. Children's Book Author Honi Borden,...1841author,children,family,healing,inspirationcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-wing-and-a-prayer--63508866http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2011/07/15/a-wing-and-a-prayerFri, 15 Jul 2011 15:00:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanWe send our children out into this world on a wing and a prayer. Sometimes it takes a tragedy, like the 8 year old Brooklyn boy, Leiby Kletzky, for us to delve deeper into the mind of our children, how we see our neighbors and into prayer....1105brooklyn boy,children,family,indepdence,parentscleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/raw-talk--63508876http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2011/07/01/raw-talkFri, 01 Jul 2011 15:00:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanLife with children aint all peaches and cream, which is why author Adam Mansbach of Go The F*CK To SLEEP is joining us to blow off some steam. Adam so daringly and brilliantly says what every parent is thinking, feeling and wanting to blurt. Profane,...1863adam mansbach,bedtime,book,children,go to sleepcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/love-child--63508910http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2011/06/16/love-childThu, 16 Jun 2011 20:30:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanChildren are our greatest gifts. How can we expand and celebrate this gift in a healthy way? Our guest today, Laura Duksta, a best selling childrens book author, speaker and visionary, will help us expand our conversation with love within our...1933book,family,inspiration,laura duksta,lovecleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-family-pact--63508870http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2011/06/10/the-family-pactFri, 10 Jun 2011 15:00:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanDo you sound like your mother? Are there repetitive patterns and behaviors throughout your family's generational lines? Intuitive energy healer Natalie Berthold, www.SproutingLove.com guides us through some practices to heal your generational wounds...2069family,healing,natalie berthold,relationship,therapycleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/healing-home--63508871http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2011/06/02/healing-homeThu, 02 Jun 2011 17:00:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanOur first attachments are with our parents and family unit. These chords usually run the deepest and sit at our emotional core. The chords are wrapped around the roles we play within the family unit. Our special guest, Joe Frustaci, will help us sort...2026alientation,children,family,heal,parentcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-chop-shop--63508878http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2011/05/27/the-chop-shopFri, 27 May 2011 15:00:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanSummer is a time to lighten up. I chopped off 10+ inches of my hair to donate to Pantene Beautiful Lengths. What is it about our external self that so affects our internal state? Joining us is Nichelle Pace Founder and Editor in Chief of StyleMom.com...2321beauty,inspire,love,mom,stylecleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/unity-divided--63508873http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2011/05/13/unity-dividedFri, 13 May 2011 15:00:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanIn one weekend hundreds of millions of people were taken from a journey of LOVE to FEAR. The royal wedding and the death of Osama Bin Laden had us swing in polar opposite directions. How do we remain balanced? Halleh Nematzadeh will help us stay...2266energy,heal,holistic,love,mothercleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/creation-space--63508868http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2011/05/06/creation-spaceFri, 06 May 2011 20:00:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanAs Mothers Day draws near, we take a moment to honor our creators. Expectant mothers are swimming in the creation space. Our guest today, Latham Thomas, founder of Tender Shoots Wellness swims in the creation space and coaches her clients on how to...2239childbirth,holistic,latham thomas,mother,nutritioncleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-kids-room--63508911http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2011/04/29/the-kids-roomFri, 29 Apr 2011 13:00:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanWhen you look at your home, the space that you share with your family, how do you see it? Is it designed to support your family's individual needs, tastes and preferences or just the parents tastes? How do you work your home space to support your...2338coach,design,grandmother,home,kidscleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mirror-of-time--63508874http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2011/04/22/mirror-of-timeFri, 22 Apr 2011 15:00:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanIf you could pierce through the veil of time who would you hope to see? Sometimes messages are transcribed through time and space to help us in our lives and to side step events in our future. Such is why when facing 2012 and today's world events...20762012,family,life,nostradamus,regressioncleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/live-life-now--63508879http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2011/04/15/live-life-nowFri, 15 Apr 2011 15:00:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanIf you can create the world of your dreams, what would it look like? Now, why wait, begin painting your life in your favorite colors now. Sophie Chiche, founder of LifeByMe, joins us this week to explore how we can live our best life, now!! ABOUT OUR...2109children,family,inspiration,live,lovecleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tea-for-two--63508929http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2011/04/08/tea-for-twoFri, 08 Apr 2011 15:00:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanI attended a Chari-tea party at NYC's Plaza Hotel with my daughter to raise awareness for the Ovarian Cancer Research Fund. Kelly Ripa asked us to imagine a world where our young daughters never have to know the words Ovarian Cancer. Joining us this...2161cancer,family,health,kelly ripa,lovecleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/divine-intertwined--63508872http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2011/04/01/divine-intertwinedFri, 01 Apr 2011 15:00:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanWe continue our time with the divine this week and how to bring it home. When we get overwhelmed and our mind overworked, it’s time to take out the trash. The ultimate spring cleaning sweeps your mind, body and spirit. Utilizing spiritual practices...2152healer,inspiration,love,meditation,spiritualcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/chime-in--63508943http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2011/03/25/chime-inFri, 25 Mar 2011 15:30:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanThere is healing power in music along with a divine inspiration. We are happy to welcome the Mommas Pearls theme song creator and composer David B. Goldberg to discuss his latest modern/classical CD "Absolute Music" and his experiential connection...2279family,inspiration,love,music,workcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/music-notes-cont--63508932http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2011/03/22/music-notes-contTue, 22 Mar 2011 18:00:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanIn our present lives, sometimes you hit all the right notes and other times you miss the beat entirely. Today is part two of Music Notes where we continue our conversation with Marlene Cooper-Williams of www.IPlayMusicLive.com about the importance of...1864children,education,family,music lessons,parentscleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/music-notes--63508941http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2011/03/11/music-notesFri, 11 Mar 2011 17:00:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanMusic is a great way to heal. In light of the catastrophic earthquake and tsunami in Japan we will be holding a light and reminding ourselves how important it is to live in the present. My mom, Gail Litman, joins us to hold a space of healing. In our...2157earthquake,family,japan,kids,music lessonscleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/music-rocks--63508877http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2011/03/04/music-rocksFri, 04 Mar 2011 16:00:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanMusic touches the soul. Even before we are born we can groove to music. Joining us this week is popular family recording artist Bari Koral. Together we'll explore the wonderful space of music in children's lives. ABOUT OUR SPECIAL GUEST: The...2597bari koral,children,family,love,musiccleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/film-noir-2--63508884http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2011/02/22/film-noir-2Tue, 22 Feb 2011 16:00:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanWe continue our conversation of the love of indie film making with producer Lorie Marsh and writer/director Jentri Chancey of LOST IN SUNSHINE.2648family,indie film,lost in sunshine,love,work lifecleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/film-noir--63508883http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2011/02/18/film-noirFri, 18 Feb 2011 16:00:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanThe celebration of the heart continues on Mommas Pearls. Film making is a labor of love and indie film making is a test of wits. Joining us today is Lorie Marsh, producer of the Indie film "LOST IN SUNSHINE". Yet when you have material that you love...2708family,indie film,inspiration,love,momcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-main-attraction--63508889http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2011/02/02/the-main-attractionWed, 02 Feb 2011 16:30:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanAs the February fills the air with romance, we'll be celebrating love and music this month. First up we'll summon our soulmates, whether in love or in life. The Law of Attraction is not a Secret, in fact, it's been a universal spiritual law for...2868arielle ford,family,law of attraction,secret,soulmatecleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/adventure-awaits--63508892http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2011/01/26/adventure-awaitsWed, 26 Jan 2011 16:30:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanEvery child seeks out adventure, in fact that's what childhood is all about, one big adventure. This week, author Eric Delabarre whose new book, geared towards tweens, "SALTWATER TAFFY" will join us on an adventure! www.whatagreatbook.com4164adventure,book,eric delabarre,family,tweencleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mission-is-possible-kids--63508886http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2011/01/26/mission-is-possible--kidsWed, 26 Jan 2011 01:30:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanLast week we chatted with the inspiring moms who took their tween age children on a UJA mission to the Gulf Coast Region, this week we are hosting a special show to hear firsthand impressions from their kids! This is a show not to be missed!3892charity,katrina,show,tween,ujacleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mission-is-possible--63508912http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2011/01/19/mission-is-possibleWed, 19 Jan 2011 16:00:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanIn honor of Martin Luther King Jr.'s birthday and exploring how we can best serve others, we will be hearing from some moms who took their tween kids with them on a UJA mission to the gulf coast region to participate in the ongoing restoration efforts...3883family,katrina,martin luther king,mom,ujacleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/star-check--63508917http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2011/01/12/star-checkWed, 12 Jan 2011 16:30:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanWhat does the 2011 astrology chart look like? How are the stars aligning for you and your journey this year? Jungian Astrologer and returning guest, Cathy Pagano joins us to unveil what's in the stars for us this year.4585astrology,cynthia,family,horoscope,jungcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/truth-serum--63508896http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2011/01/05/truth-serumWed, 05 Jan 2011 16:30:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanHellooooo 2011. This year awaken your truth and seek every opportunity to enrich your life and soul. We peer into our lives and see how the 2011 energy can help us achieve this.3531family,love,meditate,new year,spiritualcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/holiday-spirit--63508888http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2010/12/22/holiday-spiritWed, 22 Dec 2010 16:30:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanAs the Hanukkah lights dwindle and the Christmas lights light up the nighttime sky, we honor the true spirit of the holiday season. Every year is a new chance to create new family traditions and remember those of holiday past. How can we bring the...3574christmas,family,holiday,rabbi z,traditioncleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-local-polar-express--63508900http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2010/12/15/the-local-polar-expressWed, 15 Dec 2010 16:30:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanAs the temperature drops, the holiday season speeds up and we begin to dole our attention onto family, friends, teachers and others and celebrate their role in our lives over the past year. We also tend to slow down as we ready for hibernation and...4509family,hibernate,katja presnal,new year,resolutioncleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/power-of-one-take-two--63508880http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2010/12/03/power-of-one-take-twoFri, 03 Dec 2010 15:30:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanWhen I was thinking about whether I can live without a man/husband and trying to host the radio show, the power went out and answered my ?. So, this is the second redo of our Power of One, Plus one show with special guest Stacey MacGlashan. The...4737family,modern family,mom,power,single parentcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-power-of-one-plus-one--63508881http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2010/12/01/the-power-of-one-plus-oneWed, 01 Dec 2010 16:30:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanWonder what life would be like as a single parent? That is the theme we are exploring this week. Even via some technical difficulties on the broadcast (Cynthia lost power!) Melissa shares some gems about her life growing up as a child raised by a...1068family,kid,modern family,reproductive,single momcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/gee-thanks--63508906http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2010/11/24/gee-thanksWed, 24 Nov 2010 16:30:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanSaying thank you can be a scary yet totally easy and liberating thing. Thanksgiving is upon us and it's time to not just say grace at the table but feel grace in each moment of our lives.3411family,holiday,mom,spiritual,thanksgivingcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/is-forgiveness-a-myth--63508923http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2010/11/17/is-forgiveness-a-mythWed, 17 Nov 2010 16:30:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanWe’ll explore the many layers of forgiveness and how it appears as a very common theme in all the major religions. Can you forgive and forget? Can you forgive yourself? Are there any exceptions to the ultimate forgiveness rules? Joining us will be...5309family,forgiveness,macha,mentor,spiritualcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/family-legacies--63508918http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2010/11/10/family-legaciesWed, 10 Nov 2010 16:30:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanWhen you are born into your family, it comes with certain coding and we all seem to start to follow in the pathway of your parents. What happens when your parents are Hollywood Royalty and their BFF’s are Red Skelton and Ronald Reagan and your...4984family,godfather,legacy,ronald reagan,stephen simoncleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/birthday-girls--63508926http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2010/11/03/birthday-girlsWed, 03 Nov 2010 15:30:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanAs we begin Melissa and I’s birthday month we’re going to get some astrological guidance from Mommas Pearls Jungian astrologer Cathy Pagano http://www.wisdom-of-astrology.com. She’ll give us the cosmic scoop on America’s chart particularly during...4014astrology,birthday,election,family,momcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/masquerade-ball--63508916http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2010/10/27/masquerade-ballWed, 27 Oct 2010 15:30:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanIn honor of Halloween we are hosting our first annual on air Masquerade Ball!! As Colette says "nothing gives more assurances than a mask." The trick to this Halloween treat is that everyone on the show must be disguised as a famous parent - whether...3821blog,disguise,family,halloween,momcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/party-plans--63508885http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2010/10/20/party-plansWed, 20 Oct 2010 15:30:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanWe are just getting our Octoberfest party started! This week we are planning to dive deep into fun with two hot mommas, Elizabeth Mascali and Dawn Sandomeno, whose turned their successful blog www.partybluprints.com into a book 'Plan To Party'. Whats...4470book,family,halloween,mom,partycleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sweet-treats--63508890http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2010/10/13/sweet-treatsWed, 13 Oct 2010 15:30:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanThe last few weeks have been super intense on the show and we are in major need a of a super sized brownie sundae! Before we go gluttoness we want to do it in a conscious, healthful way and take these lessons into the Halloween season. So this week we...4122alexandra zissu,family,halloween,healthy eating,organiccleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bulls-eye--63508893http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2010/10/06/bulls-eyeWed, 06 Oct 2010 15:30:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanFacing bullies in the playground is nothing new and we have all had our fair share of being picked on and perhaps calling someone else a bad name. However, there is a rising concern among parents as children, teenagers and even college students like...5451bully,children,education,family,tyler clementecleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/short-bus--63508919http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2010/09/29/short-busWed, 29 Sep 2010 15:30:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanTo wrap up our Back To School month, we'll be exploring the many heartbreaks and triumphs of having a special needs child. Overcoming the initial shock, then empowering yourself in order to get the services your child needs. Joining us this week is...4582autism,children,mom,parenting,schoolcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/old-school-no-homeschool--63508921http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2010/09/22/old-school-no-homeschoolWed, 22 Sep 2010 15:30:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanEducation. Ever wonder why there are so many subjects and so many schools? Each child's road map for education is unique, regardless of whether the curriculum is the same. To continue our BACK TO SCHOOL month, this week we'll be exploring the road map...4881children,education,family,mom,schoolcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/el-nino--63508947http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2010/09/15/el-ninosWed, 15 Sep 2010 15:30:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanNow that we are getting into the school spirit let’s have some fun. Some say language is the fundamental stepping stone for children. Ellen Galinsky (Mind in the Making) showed us how important it is to sing song to your baby so they pick up your...4643children,education,foreign language,little pim,momcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/little-einsteins--63508933http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2010/09/08/little-einsteinsWed, 08 Sep 2010 15:30:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanThe school buses are back and taking our kids off for a new school year. As parents, we trust that they will receive the best education they can in the school system. As back to school month continues on Mommas Pearls, Special guest Marlon Villalva, a...4215advice,education,family,kids,schoolcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/pea-brain--63508899http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2010/09/01/pea-brainWed, 01 Sep 2010 15:30:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanWell, it’s back to school time!! Can you believe it, the summer just flew by. We’ll be exploring the many facets of education in September and starting at the beginning. Joining us this week is special guest, Ellen Galinsky author of “MIND IN THE...4558children,early learning,ellen galinsky,family,schoolcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dr-mom--63508891http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2010/08/25/dr-momWed, 25 Aug 2010 15:30:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanSniffle, sniffle, cough, cough. It happens to the best of us. When you have children suddenly you gain a doctorate and are supposed to know how to instantly make your kids feel better and kiss their boo boos away. Joining us is Dr. Arnie who has been...4205children,doctor,medicine,mom,pediatriciancleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/film-fest--63508948http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2010/08/18/film-festWed, 18 Aug 2010 15:30:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanThe summer movie is as big as the summer feast. This week we're exploring the summers recreational events, in particularly, family films. How else can we step foot on Pandora? Joining us is very special guest Ranny Levy of Kids First International,...4325family film,kids,movie,ranny levy,summercleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/summer-feast--63508897http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2010/08/11/summer-feastWed, 11 Aug 2010 15:30:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanThe tastes of summer are lighter and fresher. We'll be talking about our second favorite topic after family ---- FOOD! There's a half more of summer to go and it's never to late to lighten up your summer fare and indulge in a scrumptious summer feast....4411family,food,gluten free,seasonal eating,summercleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/travel-bug--63508938http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2010/08/04/travel-bugWed, 04 Aug 2010 15:30:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanIt's summer and no doubt you've got the urge to get up and go. Hey, in Europe it's the (un)official vacation month. So what is it about traveling and taking vacations - is it the sights, sounds and tastes of someplace different then our 24/7 worlds...4231children,family,summer,travel,vacationcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/summer-breeze--63508940http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2010/07/28/summer-breezeWed, 28 Jul 2010 15:30:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanIn the heat of summer the long awaited summers breeze signals relief. We will keep it light and easy peezy this week in pure Mommas Pearls fashion by keeping it simple, not forcing it, going with the flow and seeing how you and your family can enjoy...3736blog,family,love,mom,summercleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/labrynth--63508908http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2010/07/21/labrynthWed, 21 Jul 2010 15:30:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanWe'll wind a path inward this week with a much needed time out! We've been working hard and today will be a breath of fresh air - after all it is summertime! My dear friend and fellow spiritual adventurer, Macha Eindbender, will join us discuss how to...4370family,meditate,mom,spiritual,workcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/momalysscious--63508931http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2010/07/14/momalyssciousWed, 14 Jul 2010 15:30:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanTo be a mom does not mean you should hang up your stilettos and forget about all the things that make you fabulous. You are even more fabulous as a mom and this week the moms are going to rock out. Joining us in how to remain a "diva mom" is Lyss...4975blog,celebrity mom,diva mom,event,familycleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/stepping-stones--63508909http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2010/07/07/stepping-stonesWed, 07 Jul 2010 15:30:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanEach life phase is replete with skills to master in order to step onto the next. With each accomplishment we gain more independence and with independence we gain our freedom. As graduation season is upon us and we embark on our summer schedules we...4183family,graduate,independence,momcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rhyme-time--63508907http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2010/06/30/rhyme-timeWed, 30 Jun 2010 15:30:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanWhat is it about music that makes us get up and boogie? Music is infectious and is the quintessential mood changer. Particularly with children. Join us in the grand finale of Father's Month with special guest LJ Martin (aka Uncle Jake) whose soul...4614apollo,children,family,lj martin,musiccleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/smile-for-daddy--63508914http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2010/06/23/smile-for-daddyWed, 23 Jun 2010 15:30:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanNext up during Father's month we are going to explore the alter ego of most men, that of being MR. FIX IT. How do men go about fixing problems vs. women? How do you fix your child's fears? We'll be chatting with my dentist. How many children do you...3518dentist,family,father,love,repaircleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/jungle-jim--63508901http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2010/06/16/jungle-jimWed, 16 Jun 2010 15:30:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanOur celebration of men and father's continue this week on Mommas Pearls. Traditionally, men hunt and women gather and men are typically the breadwinner for the family. We support our men on their daily hunt to bring home the bacon and want their work...4137family,father,hunt,men,successcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/put-me-in-coach--63508904http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2010/06/09/put-me-in-coachWed, 09 Jun 2010 16:00:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanM'S GEMS focused on the many roles of the fathers. Father's Day reminds me of the many coaches, mentors and teachers that I have had throughout my life and this week we will talk about what makes for an amazing teacher. Like the recently departed and...3700children,coach,father,john wooden,sportscleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/alpha-lion--63508942http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2010/06/02/father-lionWed, 02 Jun 2010 15:30:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanBeing the King of the Jungle or the head of your household is no easy feet. As we shift to honoring the fathers among us and the masculine energy this month on Mommas Pearls we will explore the animal nature, role of the hunter, protector and BBQ...4227children,family,father,king,wisdomcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mighty-aphrodite--63508927http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2010/05/26/mighty-aphroditeWed, 26 May 2010 15:30:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanOur month long celebration of Mother's Month continues at Mommas Pearls. At our best women are the most powerful creatures on the planet. Taking a cue from the Greek Goddess Aphrodite we are charging up our sexual prowess this week. It is after all...4252family,love,relationship,sex,spiritualcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mother-teresa--63508920http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2010/05/19/mother-theresaWed, 19 May 2010 15:30:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanIt is far better to give then to receive. This week we celebrate the joy of being a nurturer and those who mother the world. Special Guest Jamie Rapfogel joins us to share how her organization Birthday Wishes brings birthday parties to homeless...3476birthday,children,family,love,mothercleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mother-s-joy--63508905http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2010/05/12/mothers-joyWed, 12 May 2010 18:00:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanThe celebration of Mother's Month continues on Mommas Pearls. Yet how do you celebrate and honor your mother and being a mother when you have a void to fill? And what do you fill that void with? Special Guest Lauren Simon guides us in how to fill...3825abuse,lauren simon,mother,parenting,supportcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mother-may-i--63508946http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2010/05/05/mother-may-iWed, 05 May 2010 01:30:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanAs May is the MOTHER of all months, we'll be honoring all MOTHERS. Your mother, you, mother earth. Moms are the gateway to life and life is not without death and rebirth. Come celebrate MOTHER'S MONTH WITH MOMMAS PEARLS. First up, my momma joins me...3704family,love,mom,mothers day,spiritualcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/silent-treatment--63508950http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2010/04/28/silent-treatmentWed, 28 Apr 2010 15:30:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanWhat happens when you fully lose your voice in a relationship? Well it may be time to throw in the towel. Since I have full blown Laryngitis, my BFF Melissa will be co-hosting this special episode of Mommas Pearls. Special Guest Dorcy Russell joins in...3958divorce,family,mom,parent,spiritualcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/heart-strings--63508951http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2010/04/21/heart-strings-2Wed, 21 Apr 2010 18:30:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanLife's sweetest moments ignite the heart. Today we will celebrate that which gives us pleasure - food, life, family and love.1164family,kid,love,mom,parentcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/girl-power--63508925http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2010/04/14/girl-powerWed, 14 Apr 2010 15:30:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanHow powerful can you be? The sky is the limit. Special Guest Cynthia Greenwalt-Carvajal joins us to discuss her remarkable ancestry dating back to the Suffrage Movement and The Hunger Project and how by empowering women we can discover a world of...3689family,mom,money,power,womencleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/marriage-bound--63508952http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2010/04/07/marriage-boundWed, 07 Apr 2010 15:30:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanWhat about us? A healthy marriage makes a happy home. Staying happy when life get busy takes work. Special guest, best selling author and relationship expert Dr. Gay Hendricks (Conscious Loving, The Big Leap) joins us as we chat about dropping the...3808children,family,gay hendricks,love,relationshipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/safety-net--63508928http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2010/03/31/safety-netWed, 31 Mar 2010 15:30:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanOur kids are our most precious things in the world. How do we keep them safe when there's the potential for harm at every turn? Can we learn to dance between the raindrops? I'm not entirely sure but we'll talk about some of the common fears and turn...3767dance,family,love,mom,safetycleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beauty-mark--63508934http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2010/03/24/beauty-markWed, 24 Mar 2010 17:00:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanBeauty is pain but the true pain comes from masking away the fears that block the love that should shine back at you in the mirror. Special guest, former model and passionate filmmaker, Nicole Clark, joins us to chat about her film "Cover Girl...3842family,fashion,mom,parent,self esteemcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/food-fight--63508930http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2010/03/17/food-fightWed, 17 Mar 2010 15:30:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanOur lifelong relationship with food begins at birth and somehow is becoming more challenging for families. Dr. Joanna Dolgoff, author of "Red Light Green Light, Eat Right!" joins us to discuss the growing epidemic of childhood obesity and how families...3735biggest loser,family,food,mom,obesitycleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/spring-fever-w-two-fashionable-mommas--63508936http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2010/03/10/spring-fever-w-two-fashionable-mommasWed, 10 Mar 2010 16:30:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanSpring is here and it's a season where the past, present and future is shedding and unfolding all around you. It's time to regroup and do a major spring cleaning. Purging your emotional baggage as well as your actual material baggage. We talk a lot...3675family,fashion,mom,parent,spiritualcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/scar-tissue--63508953http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2010/03/03/scar-tissueWed, 03 Mar 2010 16:30:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanStitching open childhood wounds is not for the faint of heart. Special Guest Karen Auster is a working mother and runs an events marketing firm and is my pseudo older sister. We will discuss how to lick your wounds, forge ahead into a powerful adult...3765advice,children,family,kids,spiritualcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/in-tune-continued--63508935http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2010/02/24/in-tune--continuedWed, 24 Feb 2010 19:30:00 +0000Cynthia Litmancontinuing our chat with Cathy Pagano...3222astrology,children,entertainment,family,mediacleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/in-tune--63508913http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2010/02/24/in-tuneWed, 24 Feb 2010 16:30:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanThis Momma's got a brand new beat! This week we're revealing the new Mommas Pearls Theme Song. We're gonna tune into the music and entertainment that inspires our lives and discuss "the Media Diet" for children. Cathy Pagano is back to tune us into...3646children,entertainment,family,mom,spiritualcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/master-mom--63508945http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2010/02/18/master-momThu, 18 Feb 2010 16:00:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanIf you loved my dad, you'll LOVE my mom! Come hear the other half that makes me whole. My mom, Gail, is a working mother, artist, teacher, clinical social worker, family therapist and my personal spiritual and life coach. We will continue the...3735children,family,mom,parenting,spiritualcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/quiet-time--63508939http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2010/02/10/quiet-time-1Wed, 10 Feb 2010 18:30:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanThis week special guest, author & radio show host, Melissa Van Rossum, joins us to discuss the benefits of being still and incorporating meditation into your life. It's such a busy world out there and sometimes you just need to be quiet for...3610children,family,meditate,parent,spiritualcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/taking-stock--63508949http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2010/02/03/taking-stockWed, 03 Feb 2010 16:30:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanWant to know where I come from? Wanna hear me get a time out? Want to learn how to survive in a house with 3 girls? You're not gonna want to miss this one as my dad, Larry, joins in the fun. He's a working father, husband, adventurer, BBQ master, my...2856dad,family,grandfather,parent,spiritualcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/real-time--63508915http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2010/01/27/real-timeWed, 27 Jan 2010 16:30:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanLast week we shot for the stars, this week we are putting our feet to the ground. Join Cynthia and her lifelong Best Friend, special co-host/guest and working mother of 3, Melissa Goldberg as they keep it real with parenting and friendship tips.2802family,friends,kids,parenting,tipscleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/starlight-starbright--63508937http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2010/01/19/starlight-starbrightTue, 19 Jan 2010 17:00:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanPearl of the Week: Peripheral Vision Required. This week we will explore the past, present and future dreams of parents and children and discuss how we can reach for the stars while staying grounded. Special Guest: Author, Jungian Psychologist,...2716children,dreams,family,mom,parentcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/momma-s-pearls--63508944http://www.blogtalkradio.com/mommaspearls/2010/01/13/mommas-pearlsWed, 13 Jan 2010 16:30:00 +0000Cynthia LitmanIn the first radio segment of mommas pearls, we will introduce the host and hear the inspiration behind the show and about the colorful guests and family members you will come to know and love. Join us!3669family,inspiration,life,mom,wisdomcleanfull