Episodes
May 27, 2025
I'ts a Love Story with Annabel Monaghan
Author Annabel Monaghan is back for her third visit to The Running Wine Mom, and this time she’s bringing the heart, the humor, and the Pop-Tarts. Host Samantha Cieslinski sits down with Annabel to talk about her newest novel...
May 20, 2025
MIND OVER MEDICINE? DR. ELLEN LANGER on The Mind-Body Connection, Labels, and Living More Consciously
In this thought-provoking episode, host Samantha Cieslinski talks with Dr. Ellen Langer, Harvard psychologist and pioneer of mindfulness research, about the ideas behind her newest book, The Mindful Body.Dr. Langer redefines ...
May 13, 2025
How to Talk to Your Kids About Food, Weight, and Wellness — with Justin Nault of Clovis
In this episode of The Running Wine Mom, host Samantha Cieslinski sits down with nutrition expert and Clovis founder Justin Nault to challenge everything you think you know about food, fitness, and parenting. From debunking c...
May 6, 2025
Movement as Medicine: Kristin McGee on Mindfulness, Motherhood & Starting Fresh
In this episode of The Running Wine Mom, host Samantha Cieslinski chats with the iconic Kristin McGee—celebrity yoga and Pilates instructor, former Peloton pioneer, and mom of three—about movement, mindfulness, and the messy beauty of...
April 29, 2025
100 Episodes of Motherhood, Growth, and Love | A Letter to My Kids
100 episodes. One big, beautiful letter straight from the heart.
In this special milestone episode of The Running Wine Mom, I’m recording the words I hope my kids will listen to one day—the lessons I’ve learned about motherhood, ambition, dreams,...
April 15, 2025
Sugar and Childhood health featuring Dr. Michael Goran
In this episode of The Running Wine Mom, host Samantha Cieslinski sits down with Dr. Michael Goran—renowned researcher, professor, and co-author of Sugarproof—to uncover the surprising ways sugar impacts our children’s health.From behavioral changes...
April 8, 2025
From Murder Mysteries to Motherhood: Author Jesse Q. Sutanto
In this episode of The Running Wine Mom podcast, host Samantha Cieslinski sits down with the hilarious and inspiring author Jesse Q. Sutanto. From her journey of balancing writing with motherhood, to the impact of fitness on her mental health, and the...
April 1, 2025
Consumer Reports on Infant Formula Contaminants
In this episode of The Running Wine Mom podcast, host Samantha Cieslinski sits down with Dr. Sana Mujahid, Manager of Food Safety Research & Testing at https://www.instagram.com/consumerreports/, to talk about their recent investigation into...
March 25, 2025
The Real Ms. Abbott: Lessons in Leadership, Parenting, and Purpose with Joyce Abbott
In this episode of The Running Wine Mom, host Samantha Cieslinski sits down with the incredible Joyce Abbott—the real-life educator who inspired the Emmy-winning show Abbott Elementary.From her time serving as a military veteran to becoming a...
March 19, 2025
Exhausted Kids, Sleepless Nights? A Sleep Expert’s Guide for Parents with Allison Egidi
Podcast Episode Summary: Sleep, Wellness & Parenthood with Allison Egidi
In this episode of The Running Wine Mom podcast, host Samantha Cieslinski sits down with sleep consultant and wellness coach Allison Egidi to explore the vital role sleep...
March 11, 2025
Motherhood & Career Transitions: Navigating the In-Between with Confidence with. Lia Higgins
🎙️ Show Notes: Motherhood & Career Transitions – Navigating the In-Between with Confidence
In this episode of The Running Wine Mom, host Samantha Cieslinski sits down with Lia Higgins, a former lawyer who is currently in transition—navigating...
March 4, 2025
Vanessa Gordon on Hamptons Living, Family Travel Tips, and Building a Luxury Lifestyle Brand
What if you could blend luxury travel, family life, and your biggest passions into a thriving career? 🌟 On this episode of The Running Wine Mom, I sit down with Vanessa Gordon, CEO & Publisher of East End Taste Magazine, event producer, and travel...
Feb. 25, 2025
From Weight Loss Surgery to CrossFit: Robb Ruiz’s Journey of Transformation, Fatherhood, and Finding Love After Divorce
In this episode of the Running Wine Mom podcast, host Samantha Cieslinski welcomes her friend Robb Ruiz to discuss his journey of transformation and resilience after weight loss surgery. They explore themes of personal growth, the challenges of...
Feb. 18, 2025
The Prego Expo featuring founders Samantha & Juliana Geisler
In this episode of The Running Wine Mom podcast, host Samantha Cieslinski sits down with Samantha Geisler and Juliana, the powerhouse co-founders of The Prego Expo, the ultimate event for expecting parents. They dive into the challenges and joys of...
Feb. 11, 2025
The Journey of a Brave Woman ft. Marcela Marañon
In this episode of the Running Wine Mom podcast, host Samantha Cieslinski speaks with Marcela Maranon, the first disabled Latina to climb Mount Kilimanjaro. Marcela shares her inspiring journey of overcoming adversity, her adventures traveling to the...
Feb. 4, 2025
Master Your Baby's Sleep Routine With These Expert Tips!
In this episode of the Running Wine Mom podcast, host Samantha Cieslinski speaks with Marisa Rodriguez, founder of Luxe Baby Custom Newborn Care. They discuss the challenges of newborn care, the importance of gentle sleep conditioning, and the...
Jan. 28, 2025
Revolutionizing Baby Nutrition with Lucie Thome of Bébé Foodie
In this episode of the Running Wine Mom podcast, host Samantha Cieslinski speaks with Lucie Thome, founder of Bébé Foodie, about her innovative approach to baby nutrition. Lucie shares her journey as a certified nutrition consultant and a mother,...
Jan. 21, 2025
Empower WOMEN Through Photography Like a Pro! Featuring Lara Aman Mattey
In this episode of the Running Wine Mom podcast, host Samantha Cieslinski welcomes Lara Aman Matty, owner of Ivory Tree Portraits, to discuss her entrepreneurial journey, the challenges of running a woman-owned business, and her unique approach to...
Jan. 14, 2025
Navigating Crisis with Compassion featuring Meredith Parfet
In this episode of the Running Wine Mom podcast, host Samantha Cieslinski engages in a beautiful conversation with Meredith Wilson Parfet, a CEO, hospice chaplain, and death doula. They explore the intersections of leadership, spirituality, and crisis...
Jan. 7, 2025
Kyrus Keenan Westcott: Authenticity in Mental Health Advocacy
In this episode of the Running Wine Mom podcast, host Samantha Cieslinski speaks with Kyrus Keenan-Westcott, a mental health advocate and content creator known as Ky. They discuss Ky's personal journey with ADHD, anxiety, and depression, and how he...
Dec. 31, 2024
What's Holding You Back from Achieving Your Intentions?
In this episode of the Running Wine Mom podcast, Samantha Cieslinski discusses the importance of setting intentions for the New Year, emphasizing that intentions should inspire action and align with personal values. She explores the science behind...
Dec. 17, 2024
Protect Your Child from Hidden Dangers with Consumer Advocacy!
In this episode of the Running Wine Mom podcast, host Samantha Cieslinski discusses the critical issue of product safety for children with Oriene Shin from Consumer Reports. They explore the hidden dangers of common products, the lack of...
Dec. 3, 2024
Sipping Success: The Story of Tipsy Teacher Wine
In this episode of the Running Wine Mom podcast, host Samantha Cieslinski interviews Kenny Feldman, founder of Tipsy Teacher Wine. They discuss the inspiration behind the brand, which combines a love for wine with a mission to support teachers. Kenny...
Nov. 26, 2024
How to Survive the stress of the holidays as a parent
In this episode of the Running Wine Mom podcast, host Samantha Cieslinski and therapist Brittany Gianfagna discuss the various stressors that come with the holiday season. They explore practical strategies for managing holiday stress, including the...