The Successful While Parenting Podcast

Donielle Buie, operator of WifeMotherLeader, covers a lot of topics: The (often bumpy) path of entrepreneurship Entrepreneurship and opportunities for women of color Common mistakes parents make Building support networks Thinking about house management and what can be outsourced - buy back your time How fathers can help by taking some of the mental load Practicing life as marriage-first Shifting from "kid-centered" life to "self-care" to be a role model for your kids The toughest advice to follow Free guides on getting a trusted house cleaner, enjoying recurring date nights, and preparing tasty family meal planning. Here's how you can connect with Donielle: WifeMotherLeader platform Blog Podcast Donielle@WifeMotherLeader.com  Note: this episode was recorded March 21, 2020

Nick Loper of Side Hustle Nation discusses life with side hustles, kids, and learning from mistakes along the way. Side Hustle Show Nick on Twitter Note: this episode was recorded March 17, 2020. It has taken me forever to get this up and live, but it's here! Thanks for your patience.

Show notes Tattoos Poly Role Models Love's Not Color Blind by Kevin Patterson For Hire: Operator by Kevin Patterson and Alana Phelan For Hire: Audition by Kevin Patterson and Alana Phelan Tikva Wolf, creator of Kimchi Cuddles Represent: The 'For Hire' Superhero Novels of Alana Phelan and Kevin A. Patterson  The Polyamorous Librarian "I feel like there's a responsibility to sort of unlearn a lot of the culture that we get around us. I feel like non-monogamy without that is a little irresponsible." Ethical non-monogamy with kids around How kids easily understand it, but adults don't Polyamory and blackness - "Oh, that's white people shit!" The barriers and lack of representation Unf*ck Your Polyamory with Dr. Liz Powell For Hire: A Queer, Polyamorous Superhero Universe Facebook Group Find Kevin on the socials @polyRoleModels Facebook Twitter Tumblr Instagram

Parental units, I don't need to describe the wild times and conditions we are all under. But, being able to talk it out with others, like the Physician on FIRE, was a great relief to discuss shared concerns, ways to help those less fortunate, and what life after all of this might look like. It's all speculation and personal opinion, so there's no guarantees on anything. But, the conversation was a bit therapeutic and hope it helps ease some tensions for you as well.   Show notes: • Operating out of self-quarantine • Possibly coming out of early retirement to help in EDs, if COVID numbers don't improve • Hand knitting and 3D printing masks  • Adapting to the changes, including finances • The 4% rule for FIRE • Paying back (med) school loans • Donor advised funds • Places to donate to support COVID-19 efforts - World Health Organization/United Nations, Red Cross, Meals on Wheels, Feeding America, and CDC. Also look to local community to support. • Spread the word to #StayHome! • The economic impacts of COVI

I had the pleasure of speaking with Mike Dorsey, host of the Black Fathers Now podcast. Mike D is a Husband and Father who's a curious and gifted communicator who values Engaging Experiences and Meaningful relationships. He's also a Speaker, Author and creator of the podcast "Black Fathers, NOW!" www.iammikedorsey.com www.blackfathersnow.com Dynamic Black Fatherhood Manifesto by Mike Dorsey We cover the topics of: Feeling needed without being arrogant Our definitions of success as black fathers Family travel tips, most important, bring grandparents for support Multi-generational connections with our kids and our parents Taking advantage of limited time left with grandparents Mike's purpose - Helping (individuals and organizations) develop the courage and confidence to double-down on who they authentically are Operating at the intersection of your greatness and intersection How our triggers can derail us from our greatness, as well as how to safeguard against our triggers Leveraging the G.I.F.T. Fr

Joe Newman is the author of Raising Lions - a guide on parenting strong-willed children today.  I fell in love with the book at the first paragraph, if not the first sentence. In an era where parenting is advertised as martyrdom and bowing to children's every demand, Raising Lions breathes a breath of needed fresh air into the room for parents. Our conversation covers topics of how Joe got into this line of work, his advice on keeping sanity through all of this, as well as talking about his personal experiences being a parent himself. We also talked a bit about his surfing days!