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Radical Stepmoms

Radical Stepmoms with Christina

Radical Stepmoms is a podcast about the good, bad and really ugly moments about raising a child that you didn’t create. Here I’ll discuss the realities of co-parenting, the ways stepmother hood affects a marriage, the relationship with our step kids and most of all... navigating the relationship with ourselves. I want each episode to leave you feeling validated, empowered and oh-so radical, so pour yourself a la croix, a glass of red...or whatever, and listen in on Radical Stepmoms.

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  • S9 · E10
    October 28 · 55 min

    Season 9: Episode 10: Fighting for your role as a dad while blending your family, with guest Justin

    Christina welcomes Justin, a dad who’s been through the ups and downs of co-parenting. Justin and Christina chat about society’s expectation of fathers, the stressors of court, single moms in the media, and his words of advice for dads navigating dating after divorce. How does he support his wife’s role as a stepmom? What does he appreciate about her? Listen in! Want to follow Justin? Find him on all platforms @ga.shared.parenting So much more than a podcast!!! Follow along on ⁠Instagram⁠ Need some support? ⁠Schedule with Christina!⁠ ⁠Become a Member⁠ and hang with other stepmoms! ⁠www.radicalstepmomspodcast.com⁠

  • S9 · E9
    August 13 · 50 min

    Season 9: Episode 9: Supporting our Neurospicy Stepkids in their Blended Families with guest, Beven

    Christina Welcomes Beven! Beven is a neurodivergent leader, educator, and parent of neurodivergent children, who joins us to chat about how we can help our neurodivergent stepkiddos navigate two separate homes with different rules and norms. We discuss the importance of communication, belonging, and predictability. While we can't always have consistency between homes - we can focus on what we can control. If you have neurospiciness in your home - this episode is for you! Listen in! About My Guest: Beven Byrnes is the Executive Director of Bridges Middle School, Oregon’s only middle school designed specifically for students with ADHD, autism, dyslexia, anxiety, and other learning differences. A neurodivergent leader, educator, and parent of neurodivergent children, Beven is passionate about creating environments where students feel seen, supported, and empowered to thrive. Through her work, she advocates for inclusive education, belonging, mental health, and helping young people build the confidence and self-advocacy skills they need for lifelong success. So much more than a podcast!!! Follow along on ⁠Instagram⁠ Want to chat with Christina? Book a Call! ⁠Needing community? Become a Member⁠ and hang with other stepmoms! ⁠www.radicalstepmomspodcast.com⁠

  • S9 · E8
    July 29 · 1 hr 10 min

    Season 9: Episode 8: Life After 18 & Entering a New Stepmom Chapter with guest Veronica

    Christina chats with Veronica, a stepmom who is now on the other side of 18. Veronica shares her story of being a full-time stepmom, to long distance, to now loving her stepkids as they’re adults. How did she develop and maintain a relationship from miles away? How did her partner support her role? What changes as your stepkids grow? What (if anything) gets easier? Listen in! About My Guest:I’ve been an educator for 17 years, seven years as an elementary teacher and the past ten years as a school librarian. My husband and I have been married for 9 years and together for a total of 10 years. I have two incredible stepdaughters, now 25 and 22 years old, a role that has challenged and shaped me in ways I never expected. I’m still learning every day how to navigate stepmom life with grace, honesty, and a sense of humor. So much more than a podcast!!! Follow along on ⁠Instagram⁠ Need some support? ⁠Schedule with Christina!⁠ ⁠Become a Member⁠ and hang with other stepmoms! ⁠www.radicalstepmomspodcast.com⁠

  • S9 · E7
    July 15 · 50 min

    Season 9: Episode 7: The experience of growing up with a stepmom with guest, Robin

    Christina chats with Robin, who shares her experience of being the stepchild. Robin’s mother passed away when she was young and her father quickly remarried. Robin gives guidance to stepmoms navigating the loss of a bio-parent, and how her perception of stepmoms has changed over time. What should a stepmom do or not do? What’s the partner’s role in the dynamic? Listen in! About My Guest: Robin Breuner is an author, freelance journalist, and podcast host based in Marin County, California. A former bookseller and author host at Book Passage, she has engaged with some of today’s most influential literary voices. Her writing has been featured in regional publications, and her debut memoir is forthcoming. Robin brings both personal experience and a writer’s perspective to her work, creating thoughtful, nuanced conversations about family and identity. https://www.robinbreuner.com/ https://www.instagram.com/stepstoriespodcast/ So much more than a podcast!!! Follow along on ⁠Instagram⁠ Need some support? ⁠Schedule with Christina!⁠ ⁠Become a Member⁠ and hang with other stepmoms! ⁠www.radicalstepmomspodcast.com⁠

  • S9 · E6
    July 1 · 57 min

    Season 9: Episode 6: Making Mistakes & Finding Your Purpose as a Stepmom, with guest Nancy

    Christina welcomes Nancy, a poet by trade and a stepmom in life. As a newer stepmom, Nancy chats all the layers of finding your identity, dealing with societal pushback and grieving the firsts. What “mistakes” do all stepmoms have to make in order to find their footing? How do you find your purpose? Nancy shares a few poems from her new book, “Confessions of a New Stepmom” and encourages all stepmoms to find their outlet and their community. Listen in! About My Guest: Nancy Sage is a poet who writes about the feelings and often unspoken realities of stepmotherhood—love, identity, and building a life that doesn’t follow a traditional script.Her new book, “Confessions of a New Stepmom,” is out now! She previously published “The Anatomy of a Heartbreak.” @nancysage.poetry (Instagram and TikTok) Nancysagepoetry.com Pencilxpaper.com/nancysage So much more than a podcast!!! Follow along on ⁠Instagram⁠ Need some support? ⁠Schedule with Christina!⁠ ⁠Become a Member⁠ and hang with other stepmoms! ⁠www.radicalstepmomspodcast.com⁠

  • S9 · E5
    June 8 · 29 min

    Season 9: Episode 5: Tell Me Your BM Horror Stories!

    Christina asked her audience to submit their BM horror stories, and OH MY! Listen in for some WTF moments and to feel a little less alone in your chaos. Sending love to you all! Interested in trying Sync Botanicals Tea? Check it out HERE and use code RADSTEPMOM to save $15 off your first month!

  • S9 · E4
    April 27 · 53 min

    Season 9: Episode 4: Struggling as a stepmom? Let's Chat About CONTROL with guest, Cameron

    Christina welcomes back Cameron to chat the many struggles of being a stepmom and how it all leads back to our search for control. Cameron shares her experience in raising teens with a coparent who is very different than her. The two unpack topics like not taking things personally, knowing the difference between developmentally appropriate issues and blended family issues, fears and hopes and more! Do you worry about what your life will be like once the kids are grown? Do you wonder how your relationship with your stepkids will evolve? Where do we find our influence? How do we embrace our wins so it gets us through the hard times? Listen in! About My Guest: Cameron Normand is the founder of Stepfamily Solutions and host of the Stepmom Diaries podcast, and is a leading thought leader challenging outdated advice in the stepfamily world. An attorney and certified coach, she helps stepmoms stop walking on eggshells and start leading with clarity and confidence. Through her Stepfamily Coach Academy, she trains stepfamily coaches to empower women with research-based tools to transform their homes and their futures. Find her on IG HERE! So much more than a podcast!!! Follow along on ⁠Instagram⁠ Need some support? ⁠Schedule with Christina!⁠ ⁠Become a Member⁠ and hang with other stepmoms! ⁠www.radicalstepmomspodcast.com⁠

  • S9 · E3
    April 8 · 55 min

    Season 9: Episode 3: When the War with the Ex Never Seems to End with guest, Bre

    Christina welcomes Bre to share her stepmom story of high conflict chaos, an ex that won't finalize the divorce and a 2020 pregnancy. How do you find the love and joy when it feels like everything is working against you? Bre opens up about her transition into full custody, bringing home an ours baby and the grief of not having what she thought she signed up for. What makes you stay when you have every reason to walk away? Listen in! Main Topics: - When the Ex won't sign the divorce papers - Living in a small town with the Ex - Forced Phone calls and location tracking - Having an ours baby in 2020 and with high conflict - Closing the chapter of custody and court So much more than a podcast!!! Follow along on ⁠Instagram⁠ Need some support? ⁠Schedule with Christina!⁠ ⁠Become a Member⁠ and hang with other stepmoms! ⁠www.radicalstepmomspodcast.com⁠

  • S9 · E2
    March 15 · 56 min

    Season 9: Episode 2: Holding space for the Mom when you’re the Fulltime Stepmom with guest, Carol

    Christina welcomes Carol to discuss her role as a full-time stepmom. Fulltime stepmoms take on a lot of the responsibility, but are always making space for the BM. Carol shares her feelings of resentment, gratitude and how she invests in her relationship with her stepdaughter. How do you manage loyalty binds? How do you remain open and loving when you feel vulnerable? Listen in! So much more than a podcast!!! Follow along on ⁠Instagram⁠ Need some support? ⁠Schedule with Christina!⁠ ⁠Become a Member⁠ and hang with other stepmoms! ⁠www.radicalstepmomspodcast.com⁠

  • S9 · E1
    February 25 · 1 hr 7 min

    Season 9: Episode 1: Triple Blending, Co-parent loss & Resiliency with guest, Nicole

    Christina welcomes Nicole who shares her step-parenting and co-parenting journey that’s included significant adversity, including the loss of a co-parent, shaping her perspective with honesty and resilience. How did she develop her relationships with her stepkids, assist her own kids with blending, manage grief and define her role? Also, how many counselors become stepmoms? Is it destiny? Listen in! About My Guest Nicole is a 34-year-old wife, bio mom, and stepmom, balancing blended family life and a career as a high school counselor. She is raising children ages 2, 8, and 10, with stepchildren ages 17 and 19. Nicole met her husband during COVID in 2020; both were previously married and have now been married for nearly five years. Find her on IG: @ladynshafe So much more than a podcast!!! Follow along on ⁠Instagram⁠ Need some support? ⁠Schedule with Christina!⁠ ⁠Become a Member⁠ and hang with other stepmoms! ⁠www.radicalstepmomspodcast.com⁠

  • S8 · E22
    Dec 23, 2025 · 1 hr 25 min

    Season 8 : Episode 22: When a Stepmom investigates the Stepdad and finds out….with guest, Dee

    Christina welcomes Dee to chat about her Netflix-Documentary-worthy tale of stepmotherhood. Dee strived for a peaceful co-parenting dynamic complete with joint birthdays and friendly banter with the ex…but what happened when the ex wasn’t even interested in meeting her? What happened when Dee was getting a weird vibe from the stepdad and started to do some digging on him? What do you do when you find out he’s not who he says he is? Grab your popcorn and listen in! So much more than a podcast!!! Follow along on ⁠Instagram⁠ Need some support? ⁠Schedule with Christina!⁠ ⁠Become a Member⁠ and hang with other stepmoms! ⁠www.radicalstepmomspodcast.com⁠

  • S8 · E21
    Dec 4, 2025 · 52 min

    Season 8: Episode 21: When the “fixer” is done fixing and chooses her own peace with guest, Shanae

    Christina welcomes Shanae, a woman who fell in love, admittedly ignored all the red flags and decided the high conflict life was not for her. Shanae shares how she fell into the role of “fixer” and how she realized her partner was the one stealing her peace. Now that she’s a biomom on the other side, what would she tell her younger self? As a stepmom, we ask ourselves “is it worth it”? When did Shanae know it wasn’t and knew it was time to walk away? Listen in! So much more than a podcast!!! Follow along on ⁠Instagram⁠ Need some support? ⁠Schedule with Christina!⁠ ⁠Become a Member⁠ and hang with other stepmoms! ⁠www.radicalstepmomspodcast.com⁠

  • S8 · E20
    Nov 19, 2025 · 1 hr 7 min

    Season 8: Episode 20: The Invisible Stepmom at the Holiday Table with Guest Michelle

    Christina welcomes back special guest Michelle to chat stepmoms during the holidays. Stepmoms are vulnerable to feeling invisible on any day, but the holiday season adds a special zing. How do we handle the emotions of grief, comparison and guilt? How do we protect ourselves from burnout when it feels like all the magic depends on us? How do we advocate to feel seen in our families? Listen in! About My Guest: Michelle Mitchell, JD — founder of High Conflict Resolutions, LLC. Connect at coparentingcoach.com Find her on IG: coachmichellesd So much more than a podcast!!! Follow along on ⁠Instagram⁠ Need some support? ⁠Schedule with Christina!⁠ ⁠Become a Member⁠ and hang with other stepmoms! ⁠www.radicalstepmomspodcast.com⁠

  • S8 · E19
    Oct 22, 2025 · 55 min

    Season 8: Episode 19: When Blending a Family Feels More Like It’s Breaking Apart with Therapist and Stepmom Tarah and Husband EJ

    Christina welcomes stepmom Tarah and her husband EJ to discuss their transitions into blending. The three discuss why resentment builds in blended families and how to address it before it causes emotional distance. Where and why do many couples get stuck and what can they do to prepare and heal? Tarah and EJ offer their professional and personal experience in assisting couples out of the trenches - Listen in! About My Guest Tarah Kerwin is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and co-founder of Relationship Renovation, a thriving therapy practice in Tucson, AZ, dedicated to transforming couples’ lives through authentic connection and empowerment. With a Master’s in Clinical Psychology, she leads the innovative Relationship Renovation @ Home Program, designed to support couples on a national and global level with essential tools to strengthen their relationships from anywhere. As the co-host of the popular Relationship Renovation Podcast, Tarah delves into the complexities of love, helping listeners navigate real-life challenges with empathy and insight. Find them on IG https://relationshiprenovation.com/ So much more than a podcast!!! Follow along on ⁠Instagram⁠ Need some support? ⁠Schedule with Christina!⁠ ⁠Become a Member⁠ and hang with other stepmoms! ⁠www.radicalstepmomspodcast.com⁠

  • S8 · E18
    Oct 8, 2025 · 49 min

    Season 8: Episode 18: Divorce, finding love and blending with faith & intention with guest, Lisa

    Christina welcomes Lisa, a mom who divorced and is currently dating a man with kids. Many of them adults. Lisa shares her story of divorce, protecting and respecting her kids, and how she's had to grow so she doesn't fall into that high conflict category. Even when her kids are grown, how are they impacted by her new relationship? Christina also shares her personal experience of being the stepkid, and now wearing both mom and stepmom hats. Listen in! Meet Our Guest! Lisa Sander is a 24-year veteran nurse turned coach, speaker, and co-host of Our Healer, Our Protector. She’s known for something she calls The Healing Chair Talk, a space where people naturally open up and experience emotional breakthroughs. After decades of supporting patients and peers within the hospital system, Lisa felt a calling to help people reconnect with themselves, with one another, and with God. Today, she works with individuals, couples, and families seeking transformation, especially during times of deep transition. Find her on IG So much more than a podcast!!! Follow along on Instagram Need some support? Schedule with Christina! Become a Member and hang with other stepmoms! www.radicalstepmomspodcast.com

  • S8 · E17
    Jun 28, 2025 · 1 hr 7 min

    Season 8: Episode 17: When Friends & Family Don’t Understand Stepmotherhood with guests Cynthia and Mackenzie

    Christina welcomes Cynthia and Mackenzie to discuss how becoming a stepmom can impact our relationships with our family and friends. As our lives evolve into parenthood, how do our own parents embrace our new identities? What happens if our friends don’t support us? Do your parents takes on the step-grandparent role? What do you do when you want to be seen in your role, but your closest loved ones don’t understand? Listen in! So much more than a podcast!!! Want to meet other stepmoms? ⁠Become a Member ⁠! Need that extra support? ⁠Schedule a session with Christina!⁠ Instagram: @radicalstepmomspodcast ⁠www.radicalstepmomspodcast.com⁠

  • S8 · E16
    Jun 12, 2025 · 57 min

    Season 8: Episode 16: I am Surviving Purely Out of Spite with guest, Amy

    Christina welcomes Amy who shares what it took to create her stepmom identity. In the beginning of our relationships, we’re just putting the pieces together. We’re learning about the ex, experiencing how society views stepmoms, and figuring out what parts of parenting we’re “allowed” to do. How do we form our identity without losing ourselves? Listen in as Amy shares how she survives…out of spite. About My Guest: Amy Marie Ayres is a wife, stepmom, mother, author, and a passionate advocate for embracing life’s complexities with creativity and authenticity. Navigating the challenges of blended family dynamics, she brings humor, adaptability, and a deep understanding of resilience to her parenting journey. As someone who thrives on exploration—both personally and creatively—Amy believes in the power of honest conversations, and breaking free from societal expectations. Whether supporting neurodivergent voices, balancing motherhood with personal growth, or redefining what it means to be a stepmom, she approaches every aspect of life with openness and individuality. www.amymarieayres.comSo much more than a podcast!!! Instagram: @radicalstepmomspodcast ⁠Schedule a session with Christina!⁠ ⁠Become a Member ⁠and meet other stepmoms! ⁠www.radicalstepmomspodcast.com⁠

  • S8 · E15
    May 28, 2025 · 57 min

    Season 8: Episode 15: Surviving Summer: Co-Parenting, Stepfamily Stress, and the Schedule from Hell with guest, Coach Michelle

    Christina welcomes back Michelle to talk about real and tactical tips for navigating the chaos of summer—when there’s no school or camp buffer, exchanges get messy, routines fall apart, and stepmoms often end up managing more than they expected. Michelle and Christiina talk about boundaries, managing expectations with partners, and keeping your sanity when everything feels unpredictable. What can you do now to protect your peace this summer? Listen in! About My Guest: Michelle Mitchell, JD — founder of High Conflict Resolutions, LLC. Connect at coparentingcoach.com Find her on IG: coachmichellesd So much more than a podcast!!! Instagram: @radicalstepmomspodcast Schedule with Christina: https://chatwithchristina.as.me/ Become a Member: https://www.patreon.com/radicalstepmomspodcast www.radicalstepmomspodcast.com

  • S8 · E14
    May 18, 2025 · 53 min

    Season 8: Episode 14: Child-Free Woman to a Full House with guest, Aimee

    Christina welcomes Aimee to chat about her long-term decision to not have children, and then falling in love with a man who has 2 kids. PLOT TWIST! Aimee shares how she jumped right in, then needed to find her boundaries before she lost herself. How do you manage the guilt while disengaging? How do you find your role when you never wanted to “mother”? Christina and Aimee discuss parenting with intent, communication as a stepmom and more! Listen in! About My Guest: Aimee is almost 3 years into her stepmom role, helping raise 2 pretty amazing kids. Before meeting their dad, she had made the decision to be childless by choice. Although it has been one of the most difficult roles for her to navigate (because this can get messy,) it has been the most rewarding.Instagram: @aimeestockton So much more than a podcast! Did you know there are exclusive Bonus Episodes? Become a Member of the⁠ ⁠⁠Rad Community ⁠⁠⁠and get access! Instagram: @radicalstepmomspodcast Need some extra support? ⁠⁠Schedule with Christina!⁠⁠ ⁠⁠www.radicalstepmomspodcast.com

  • S8 · E13
    May 2, 2025 · 58 min

    Season 8: Episode 13: When your partner was never married to the mom and why stepmoms are the worst with guest, Shayla

    Christina chats with Shayla about how dynamics are just different when your partner was never married to the mom. There was no wedding, no long history... what unique issues does this bring up? Shayla shares about the custody loss for 50/50, feeling protective of your partner and the frustration with “single” moms. Why do exes get more upset after you're married? How do you “love them like your own” but not too much? Shayla also discusses her unexplained fertility journey and shares a message to the stepmoms who can relate to her journey. Listen in! About My Guest: Hi! I’m Shayla, a 28 year old wife and step mom to an amazing 7 year old boy! Being a step mom is one of my favorite roles in life, even with all of the ups and downs that come with it. My husband and I have been trying to have an “ours” baby since we got married in 2023 and are currently waiting for our second frozen embryo transfer which will hopefully be happening in April or May. I love sharing my story on social media and connecting with other women with similar stories! It’s my goal that every woman has a place to feel safe and seen. Find her on IG: @shaydemp So much more than a podcast! Instagram: @radicalstepmomspodcast Need some extra support? ⁠⁠Schedule with Christina!⁠⁠ Become a Member of the ⁠⁠Rad Community ⁠⁠and meet other stepmoms! ⁠⁠www.radicalstepmomspodcast.com

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