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Real Is The New Real® is your weekly dose of raw honesty, empowering wisdom, and practical strategies for feeling genuinely good about being yourself.Join Shannon McGuire—mom of four, wife of 25+ years, entrepreneur, community leader, and author of To (M)others from the Hood—as she unpacks powerful lessons drawn from motherhood and life’s most difficult "hoods." Shannon believes motherhood isn't just about raising kids; it's a masterclass in self-leadership, resilience, and joy.Each episode dives into relatable, real-life experiences, uncovering the cracks, gaps, and gorges that shape ...

Your life is unique, but we bet you can relate to Shannon's story. You might not have grown up in South Central LA during the crack epidemic and riots. You might not have lost your little brother to a tragic accident when you were nine years old. You might not have started AdultHood as a teen mom on welfare. But your experiences have likely left you with some of the same problematic patterns and challenges Shannon had to overcome.