Inside The Moms Club

What does it mean to have it all — and still feel like you're failing because you haven't been chosen by a man?Moran Atias is an actress, activist, and mom whose life reads like a movie: she left Israel at 19 with no plan except to make enough money to go to university, ended up in Milan, learned Italian in three months, hosted primetime television, moved to New York to study at the Lee Strasberg Institute, and built an extraordinary international career.And for years, she felt deeply ashamed that she was still single. In this conversation with Monica Samuels and Julie Orchid, Moran opens up about the pressure, the silence, the family expectations, and the moment everything shifted. At 39, she made a decision that felt illogical on paper but completely right in her body — and today she is the fiercely proud, deeply grateful single mom of a three-year-old daughter who already has a lot to say. This is one of those episodes you'll want to send to every woman you know. 💬 IN THIS EPISODE:Leaving Israel at 19 with no plan and ending up a primetime TV star in Italy — without speaking a word of ItalianLearning Italian fluently in 3 months by reading newspapers at a café every morning Starting at the bottom — literally bringing envelopes on a talk show — and being completely okay with itMoving to New York to study at the Lee Strasberg Institute and falling in love with acting Her powerful TEDx talk: why she chose to speak about shame instead of her more "impressive" storiesThe crushing social pressure of being successful, accomplished — and still single at 37, 38, 39 "I never identified with Cinderella. I was more of a Madonna." — choosing her own story The moment she decided to become a single mom by choice — with a sperm donor, no partner, and no apologiesChoosing the sperm donor in literally three minutes — and why Leah sat frozen for three years before she was readyWhat she told her daughter when she said "Mommy, I want a daddy"Why she's breaking the generational cycle of being told to stay quiet and stay small Her upcoming Amazon biblical series Joseph of Egypt — and the project she's writing herself The one thing she would go back and tell her 19-year-old self🎬 Find Moran's Work: TEDx Talk: Search "Moran Atias TEDx" on YouTube — 14 powerful minutes Joseph of Egypt — coming soon to Amazon Follow Moran: @MoranAtias🎙️ About Inside the Moms Club: Hosted by Monica Samuels (attorney, author of Comeback Moms) and co-host Julie Orchid, Inside the Moms Club is the podcast for every mom who needs to laugh so she doesn't cry. Real guests. Real stories. Zero judgment.🌐 InsideTheMomsClub.com 📲 @InsideTheMomsClub on YouTube | TikTok | Instagram | Facebook Want to be a Zoomer Mom and join us live? Apply at InsideTheMomsClub.com! 🔔 We have over 500,000 subscribers — hit Subscribe and join the club! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/inside-the-moms-club--4709676/support.

Ever feel like you lost yourself somewhere between school drop-off and a mountain of laundry? Rachel Marie Martin, best selling author of The Brave Art of Motherhood and Finding Joy on Facebook, joins the Moms to remind us that you still matter, your dreams still count, and your spark isn't gone . . . it's just buried under snack wrappers. Laugh. Cry. Reignite. (Tag a Mom who needs this reminder!).Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/inside-the-moms-club--4709676/support.

In this deeply moving and honest episode, we sit down with author Mary Alice Stephens to talk about her courageous path from alcohol addiction to recovery--and what she's learned about motherhood, self-compassion, and healing along the way. Mary Alice opens up about how she faced her alcoholism, the turning point that led her to sobriety, and the challenges and rewards of rebuilding her life with clarity and hope. This is a must-listen conversation for anyone who's ever struggled to hold it all together while caring for everyone else.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/inside-the-moms-club--4709676/support.

This week, we sit down with the inspiring mother-daughter team of Shanna Schanen and Skylar Schanen, the visionary founders behind the Round Top Film Festival in Texas. Discover how their shared love of storytelling and community led to the creation of a unique cultural event that brings filmmakers, artists, and audiences together in the heart of Round Top. Shanna and Skylar share their journey from big dreams to building a festival that champions creativity, family bonds, and the power of film. A MUST LISTEN FOR MOMS AND DAUGHTERS! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/inside-the-moms-club--4709676/support.

Felicity House is a residential home in Los Angeles that provides a safe and nurturing environment for women recovering from addiction & alcohol abuse. Join the Moms as they talk to Kathy Reis, a Board Member, and hear her own personal journey in attaining sobriety through the Felicity House program. It is a powerful reminder that with the right support, every mom struggling with alcohol abuse can find her path to healing and a brighter future. We Celebrate all Moms! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/inside-the-moms-club--4709676/support.

Meet country singer, mom of two, and certified multitasking queen - Shea Fisher. From the stage to sports mom, Shea shares how she balances motherhood, music, marriage to a rodeo legend--and keeping her sanity in the process. So grab your coffee (or wine-we're not judging) and join us for laughter, a few real talk moments, and a whole lot of heart. Because every mom deserves a backstage pass!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/inside-the-moms-club--4709676/support.