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Episode 45: Decolonized Motherhood

In this episode of the Decolonized Motherhood Podcast, previously known as the Vida With Christie Podcast, I share with you the new direction for this project and what it is all about; and most importantly why this work is so important and so close to my heart.

Decolonized Motherhood on Substack

Have you heard that I joined Substack? My goal on the platform is to share my academic work and experience, overall thought leadership on social justice education, and create a community for Decolonized Motherhood. Therefore, I invite you to subscribe to receive updates below: Why Substack? Substack will give me, Christie Lazo, the opportunity to […]

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Episode 44 | Time For A New Chapter

Show Notes It’s time for a new chapter, and this episode will include many of the details of what this means for the Vida With Christie Podcast. While I and the podcast won’t be going far, it is definitely bittersweet to update you on the upcoming changes. In this episode, I also discuss a parenting […]

Episode 43 | Latina Motherhood with Gilza Fort Martinez

Gilza Fort Martinez is a Latina licensed marriage and family therapist who provided incredible insight on the cultural complexities of Latina motherhood.

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Episode 42 | Supporting Kids Through Tutoring with Gabrielle Crichlow

Gabrielle Crichlow of A Step Ahead Tutoring Services shares with us about how we can support our kids through tutoring and its benefits.

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Episode 41 | Speaking to Children About Autism with Danielle Meadows-Stinnett

Danielle Meadows-Stinnett shares about her experiences as the superheroine mama to a child with autism and redefining quality time as a family.

Episode 40 | 2022 Reflections

It’s been a hot minute as I’ve been juggling multiple items on my plate, from motherhood to career and most recently academia. 2022 has brought with it a LOT of wins resulting from mine and my family’s hard work, but it has alsobrought some challenges and learning opportunities. I also reflect on celebrating 5 years […]

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Episode 39 | Academic Mama

Episode Notes I have BIG news to share on this latest episode. While I don’t want to give it away in the description, even though the title of this episode is a major hint, I will share that I am making one of my wildest dreams come true. I am living it and am fully […]

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Episode 38 | Pandemic Parenting: It’s Not Over Yet

Show Notes While we’d love to think that this pandemic is over, the unfortunate truth is that we are still living in it. As parents, many of us have gone above and beyond thus far to ensure the safety and well-being of our children, and because of this we have been one of the most […]

Episode 37 | Parenting Wholeheartedly with Danielle Bettmann

Show Notes Danielle Bettmann is an incredible parenting coach and educator who I’ve had the pleasure of connecting with on various ocassions. On this episode, Danielle and I speak about nurturing the relationship that we have with our kids from a young age to the teenage years and beyond, the complexities of having a co-parent […]