Episodes

In this episode of The Running Wine Mom, host Samantha Cieslinski sits down with Orlana Darkins, a visionary in media and youth empowerment, and founder of The Shyne Awards. From her early love of communications to building a national platform that uplifts young achievers, Orlana shares her powerful journey and hard-won wisdom.Together, they explore how we can better support teens in today’s world—by building trust, embracing their failures, and having the tough conversations about confidence, s...

In this episode of The Running Wine Mom Podcast, host Samantha Cieslinski sits down with Anna Lozano, a powerhouse female entrepreneur, mom, and founder, to explore the mindset shifts and manifestation practices that helped her build a purpose-driven business from the ground up.Anna opens up about her entrepreneurial journey, how positive affirmations became a core part of her brand, and what it really takes to balance motherhood and business with intention. From her first leap of faith to scali...

In this inspiring episode of The Running Wine Mom podcast, host Samantha Cieslinski sits down with Maddy Fero, founder and CEO of Little Rad Things, a kids' apparel brand rooted in confidence, empowerment, and adventure.Maddy shares her honest and relatable journey—from sewing her first pieces during the pandemic to building a brand that empowers the next generation of rad humans. She opens up about the challenges of balancing entrepreneurship with motherhood, the values she instills in her chil...

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, It’s a Love Story —a sharp, funny, and hopeful story about career, reinvention, and romance after reality sets in.Together, they unpack the delicate dance between ambition and vulnerability, the emotional blueprint left by our mothers, and why sometimes, success looks li...

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 mindfulness as the simple act of noticing. She explains how our thoughts, beliefs, and even the language we use can directly impact our physical health. The conversation explores how imagination can influence biology, how labels like “prediabetic” affect outcomes, and how ch...

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 common nutrition myths to redefining how we talk to our kids about weight and wellness, this conversation dives deep into the intersection of physical health, self-love, and parenting with intention.Justin shares his powerful journey from musician to wellness advocate and rev...

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...

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,...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

🎙️ 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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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,...

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...

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...

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...

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...