Episodes

Ease the Pain in the Classroom with Dr. Bethany Bilodeau
Sept. 30, 2025

Ease the Pain in the Classroom with Dr. Bethany Bilodeau

In this episode of The Running Wine Mom, Samantha Cieslinski sits down with Dr. Bethany Bilodeau—a behaviorist, sensory expert, and author of Ease the Pain in the Classroom. Dr. B brings over two decades of experience in educ...
From World Cup Wins to Motherhood Magic: Carli Lloyd’s New Chapter
Sept. 23, 2025

From World Cup Wins to Motherhood Magic: Carli Lloyd’s New Chapter

In this episode of The Running Wine Mom, host Samantha Cieslinski sits down with the iconic Carli Lloyd—two-time FIFA World Player of the Year, Olympic gold medalist, World Cup champion, and now, mom to baby Harper.From penal...
Mouth Breathing, Mom Guilt, and the Future of Kids’ Health: Michele Grasmick of Toothpillow
Sept. 16, 2025

Mouth Breathing, Mom Guilt, and the Future of Kids’ Health: Michele Grasmick of Toothpillow

In this episode of The Running Wine Mom, host Samantha Cieslinski sits down with Michele Grasmick, President of Toothpillow, to unpack the connection between airway health, sleep, and our kids’ overall development.From mouth ...
Risk, Purpose, Legacy: John Graham on Living a Brave Life
Sept. 9, 2025

Risk, Purpose, Legacy: John Graham on Living a Brave Life

In this unforgettable episode of The Running Wine Mom, host Samantha Cieslinski sits down with John Graham—former U.S. diplomat, mountaineer, author, and Executive Director of the Giraffe Heroes Project.John’s life is part In...
Running Through History: ArcheoRunning Rome with Isabella Calidonna
Aug. 12, 2025

Running Through History: ArcheoRunning Rome with Isabella Calidonna

What happens when archaeology, passion, and a good pair of running shoes collide in the heart of Rome? In this episode of The Running Wine Mom, host Samantha Cieslinski sits down with the powerhouse behind ArcheoRunning—Isabe...
From Birth Plans to Postpartum Power with Kristin Revere
Aug. 5, 2025

From Birth Plans to Postpartum Power with Kristin Revere

In this episode of The Running Wine Mom, host Samantha Cieslinski sits down with the incredible Kristin Revere — founder of Gold Coast Doulas, co-author of Supported: Your Guide to Birth and Baby, and a fierce advocate for ma...
Party, Diet, and Real-Life Wellness with Kerstin Schulze
July 22, 2025

Party, Diet, and Real-Life Wellness with Kerstin Schulze

This week, Samantha sits down with the powerhouse that is Kerstin Schulze—actor, coach, mom, and founder of Party and Diet. From her role on The Righteous Gemstones to helping everyday women feel strong, confident, and balanc...
Maternal Mental Health: Expert Insights with Dr. Robynn Mays
July 15, 2025

Maternal Mental Health: Expert Insights with Dr. Robynn Mays

In this powerful episode of The Running Wine Mom, host Samantha Cieslinski sits down with Dr. Robynn Mays—a licensed clinical social worker, marriage and family therapist, and passionate advocate for maternal mental health. F...
Knitting for Connection: Creativity, Parenting & Mental Health with Julie of Brooknit Bonneterie
July 1, 2025

Knitting for Connection: Creativity, Parenting & Mental Health with Julie of Brooknit Bonneterie

In this episode of The Running Wine Mom, host Samantha Cieslinski chats with Julie Lagaüzère, founder of Brooknit Bonneterie , a Brooklyn-based brand blending French elegance with American practicality—one knitting kit at a t...
Grief, Hormones & Healing: How Stress Impacts Women’s Health with Anita Mirchandani
June 24, 2025

Grief, Hormones & Healing: How Stress Impacts Women’s Health with Anita Mirchandani

In this powerful and heartfelt episode, host Samantha Cieslinski sits down with returning guest Anita Mirchandani—registered dietitian, certified fitness professional, and mother of two—as she opens up about the sudden loss o...
Raising Future-Ready Teens with Orlana Darkins Drewery
June 17, 2025

Raising Future-Ready Teens with Orlana Darkins Drewery

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 ...
Manifesting Success
June 10, 2025

Manifesting Success

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 ...
Big Dreams, Little Rad Things: Maddy Fero on Balancing Motherhood and Business
June 3, 2025

Big Dreams, Little Rad Things: Maddy Fero on Balancing Motherhood and Business

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...
I'ts a Love Story with Annabel Monaghan
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...
MIND OVER MEDICINE? DR. ELLEN LANGER on The Mind-Body Connection, Labels, and Living More Consciously
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 ...
How to Talk to Your Kids About Food, Weight, and Wellness — with Justin Nault of Clovis
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...
Movement as Medicine: Kristin McGee on Mindfulness, Motherhood & Starting Fresh
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...
100 Episodes of Motherhood, Growth, and Love | A Letter to My Kids
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,...
Sugar and Childhood health featuring Dr. Michael Goran
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...
From Murder Mysteries to Motherhood: Author Jesse Q. Sutanto
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...
Consumer Reports on Infant Formula Contaminants
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...
The Real Ms. Abbott: Lessons in Leadership, Parenting, and Purpose with Joyce Abbott
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...
Exhausted Kids, Sleepless Nights? A Sleep Expert’s Guide for Parents with Allison Egidi
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 EgidiIn 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...
Motherhood & Career Transitions: Navigating the In-Between with Confidence with. Lia Higgins
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 ConfidenceIn this episode of The Running Wine Mom, host Samantha Cieslinski sits down with Lia Higgins, a former lawyer who is currently in transition—navigating...