If you've ever wondered, "Why does work still feel like it wasn't built for women—or mothers?" — this one's for you.

In today's episode, we're joined by Kristi Rible—global leadership expert, mom of two, and founder of The Huuman Group™—to talk about how AI is reshaping work, and why the future needs more than automation. It needs humanity. It needs mothers.

Kristi brings her 25+ years of leadership across continents and industries to help us understand what's really changing in today's workplaces—and how empathy, flexibility, and curiosity are becoming non-negotiable leadership skills. She also teaches the groundbreaking Stanford course Motherhood and Work, where she challenges outdated narratives and empowers the next generation to lead with care and courage.

This isn't a tech episode—it's a call to action for women who want to lead, live, and mother in ways the old systems never made space for.

You'll hear:

• Why "human skills" like empathy, trust, and communication are not soft—they're essential in the AI age

• What the "motherhood penalty" is, and why the system isn't broken—it was just never built for us

• How Kristi's divorce sparked her mission to redesign leadership around care, not just capital

• The story behind her Stanford course—and why no men have ever taken it

• Why Gen Z gives Kristi hope for the future of caregiving, equity, and leadership

• How to use AI without losing your own cognitive or emotional intelligence

• What flexibility really looks like—and why it's the #1 issue shaping women's careers today

Whether you're a leader, a caregiver, or both—this episode will help you see the workplace (and yourself) with fresh eyes.

Links + Resources:

• Learn more about Kristi's work: The Huuman Group™

• Kristi's Stanford course: Motherhood and Work: Challenges and Opportunities for Positive Change

• McKinsey Report mentioned in this episode: Superagency in the Workplace

• Follow Kristi on LinkedIn: @kristirible

For more honest, empowering conversations about motherhood, leadership, identity, and AI, subscribe to Mighty as a Mother wherever you get your podcasts—and follow us on Instagram @mightyasamotherpodcast.

If you've ever wondered, "Why did no one tell me menopause could start in my 30s?" — this one's for you.

In today's episode, we're joined by Lauren Tetenbaum—psychotherapist, mom of two, and author of Millennial Menopause—to talk about the season of life we all deserve to understand sooner: perimenopause and menopause.

Lauren breaks down the science but more importantly, she reframes this stage as one of power, possibility, and presence. This isn't your mother's menopause conversation—it's real talk for modern women navigating aging, ambition, identity, and everything in between.

You'll hear:

• Why menopause is still one of the last great taboos—and how we start breaking the silence

• The sneaky early symptoms of perimenopause most women ignore

• How to advocate for yourself when your doctor isn't listening (because many won't)

• What younger women can do now to make their future menopause less overwhelming

• The surprising connection between menopause, ambition, and identity shifts

• What it means to reclaim joy in a season the world tells us is all decline

Whether you're in it, near it, or still think it's not your problem yet, this episode is your permission slip to get curious, informed, and even excited about what's next.

Links + Resources:

• Learn more about Lauren and her work: The CounseLaur

• Lauren's book: Millennial Menopause: Preparing for Perimenopause, Menopause, and Life's Next Period

• Follow Lauren on Instagram: @thecounselaur

For more honest, empowering conversations about motherhood, hormones, and identity, subscribe to Mighty as a Mother wherever you get your podcasts—and follow us on Instagram @mightyasamotherpodcast.

If you've ever wondered, "Why does everyone else seem to have more energy than me?" — this one's for you.

In today's episode, we're joined by Human Design expert Erin Claire Jones, who helps women better understand their energy, purpose, and patterns—so they can lead, parent, and live in alignment with who they actually are.

We dive into Human Design as a practical tool for navigating motherhood, burnout, and ambition. Whether you're deep in your toddler era, leading a team at work, or somewhere in between, this conversation is a gentle reminder: there's nothing wrong with you—you just haven't been taught to work with your design.

You'll hear:

• What the five Human Design types mean—and why it's a game changer for moms

• How to use your energetic blueprint to reduce burnout and decision fatigue

• What presence looks like for each type (it's not one-size-fits-all)

• The truth about rest, guilt, and why some of us just aren't built for hustle

• Why understanding your child's design can ease power struggles at home

• How Human Design can shift your relationship with work, motherhood, and yourself

Whether you're a Generator feeling drained, a Projector needing permission to slow down, or a Manifesting Generator juggling all the things—Erin's insights will help you reclaim your energy and your enoughness.

"Human Design isn't about changing who you are. It's about remembering who you've always been."

Links + Resources:

• Find your Human Design chart — use code MAAM for a discount on your custom guide

• Follow Erin on Instagram: @erinclairejones

• Erin's new book: How Do You Choose?: A Human Design Guide to What's Best for You at Work, in Love, and in Life

For more honest, empowering conversations about motherhood, identity, and energy, subscribe to Mighty as a Mother wherever you get your podcasts—and follow us on Instagram @mightyasamotherpodcast.