The Mamas discuss spring cleaning and more with Robyn Reynolds aka the Diva Organizer who is a certified professional organizer and a member of the National Association of Productivity and Organizing Professionals (NAPO). Robyn launched her company, Organize 2 Harmonize, in  2008. Her clients include stay at home moms, busy executives, celebs and pretty much everyone! For more on Robyn: Visit Organize 2 Harmonize Follow on social @Organize2Harmonize For more on Mamas In Progress: Follow on social @mamasinprogress Watch on YouTube @blackoaktv Email mamasinprogress@gmail.com ..read more

The Mamas get  real and raw about the highs and lows of what it's been like to parent this past year during a global pandemic, social unrest and more! For any parent who needs someone to talk to but doesn't know where to start, please reach out to the National Parent Helpline at 855-427-2736 And you can check out the NY Times Primal Scream at this link: https://www.nytimes.com/2021/02/06/insider/primal-scream-section.html -------------- For more on the Mamas: Follow on social @mamasinprogress Watch & subscribe on YouTube @BlackOakTV Email us at: mamasinprogress@gmail.com ..read more

The Mamas speak with educational consultant and founder of @Admissionisms Dr. Khia Thomas about key tools and resources to help high schoolers successfully navigate the road to college. Dr. Khia Thomas is a proud graduate of Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University and the University of Michigan, where she earned a Ph.D. in Developmental Psychology. Thanks to her hard work, motivation, and persistence at Stanton College Preparatory School, in Jacksonville, Florida, she embarked on her college career with several academic scholarships under her belt. She graduated without having to pay a ..read more

You may have seen her most recently on the hit TV show All American, or on Tyler Perry's Sistas or in dozens of other TV and film appearances. And now she's coming through with a word on the Mamas in Progress podcast!  The Mamas were thrilled to talk with award-wining "multiartist" Keena Ferguson about her  journey as  an actor, writer, producer, director, voice artist and more, as she also balances motherhood and family life. Keena has not let pandemic-life slow her down from showing the world her talent. She's continued working, coaching other creatives & content creator ..read more

The Mamas pause to reflect on the first quarter of 2021 with a lighthearted episode as they share their top "mama rants" and "mama wins." For more info on the Mamas: Follow on Instagram and Facebook @mamasinprogress Send an email to mamasinprogress@gmail.com Watch & subscribe on YouTube @BlackOakTV ..read more

The Mamas are joined by best-selling author and TV/film writer Kim Collier! Kim is an avid writer, publisher and entrepreneur.  For over 15 years, she’s been perfecting her craft.  With 10 novels of her own, Kim has also  ghostwritten 5 other books.  Her series, My Man’s Best Friend, sold over 150,000 copies on Amazon -- making her  a bestselling author.  Kim's writing career took off by participating in various esteemed writing programs such as: The Bill Cosby Writing Workshop, The ABC Writing Fellowship as well as Warner Bros. Comedy Writing Program.  Th ..read more

This episode is for every mom who has any questions about the Covid-19 vaccine. The Mamas  are joined by  board certified family physician, Ana Sofia Lopes Johnson, MD.   Dr. Lopes Johnson is a graduate from Tufts University Medical School in Boston and the University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Residency Program in Miami.   Her career interests include cardiovascular wellness, women’s health and preventive medicine.  She has received the Humanism in Medicine Award and is multilingual. She speaks Portuguese, Spanish and Creole. She is the immediate past President of the ..read more

The Mamas are joined by entrepreneur and "mama in progress" Karla Miller. A little over 5 years ago, Karla and her husband started "The Union" in Memphis, TN. They create date night events for married couples to help promote fun in marriage and connect with other like-minded married couples. Karla has also  created a daily spiral desk calendar, “Cherishing Your Union- Daily Inspirations to Uplift Your Marriage,” that is filled with prayers, scriptures, questions to ask your spouse, nuggets of wisdom and date night ideas for each day of the year that can be used year after year. Karla was ..read more

The Mamas are joined by Rhonda Richards-Smith who is an award-winning psychotherapist & relationship expert to discuss love and relationships. Originally from the Bay Area, Rhonda is a graduate of the USC  with a Bachelor's Degree in Sociology. She is also a graduate of the UCLA Luskin School of Public Affairs, where she obtained her Masters. Her advice has been featured in Oprah Magazine, US Weekly Magazine, The Huffington Post, Bravo TV, Forbes, Teen Vogue, and Glamour Magazine  and the list goes on. Rhonda is passionate about helping others on the path toward self-love and he ..read more

Wrapping up the MOM BOSS series, the Mamas talk to Portia Wood, Esq who is a generational wealth planning attorney and mom. Portia is a Partner at Wood Legal Group, LLP and works tirelessly to help people protect their assets and provide for the transfer of resources and values to their families. She helps clients avoid probate, save on taxes, protect their hard-earned savings and preserve wealth at the generational transfer. She concentrates in the areas of Legacy Wealth Planning and asset protection planning. To find out more about Portia and Wood Legal Group, LLP: Instagram & Faceboo ..read more