{"podcast":{"title":"Now What? Podcast","slug":"now-what-podcast-6669541","podcast_index_feed_id":6669541,"rss_url":"https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/6936339a76f89ba373d297c3","website_url":"https://motheringonmyown.com.au/","image_url":"https://assets.pippa.io/shows/6936339a76f89ba373d297c3/show-cover.jpg","author":"ODd Network","episode_count":102,"summary":"Now What? is a podcast for single mothers, solo mums by choice and women navigating separation, co-parenting, dating again and blended families. Formerly Mothering On My Own, the show has evolved to reflect how single motherhood keeps shifting and reshaping over time. Hosted by Rachel Maksimovic, it’s a space for honest conversations, expert insights and real stories that help you feel less alone as you navigate each new chapter and ask yourself… now what? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.","last_synced_at":null,"page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/now-what-podcast-6669541"},"episode":{"title":"74. Reflections on relationships and personal growth - with Maggie Kelly","slug":"74-reflections-on-relationships-and-personal-growth-with-maggie-kelly","published_at":"2025-05-13T04:44:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/now-what-podcast-6669541/74-reflections-on-relationships-and-personal-growth-with-maggie-kelly","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/now-what-podcast-6669541","url":"https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nowwhat/episodes/74--Reflections-on-relationships-and-personal-growth---with-Maggie-Kelly-e32olnh","audio_url":"https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6936339a76f89ba373d297c3/e/f6779022-a276-410f-b850-d39833433077/media.mp3","summary":"In this honest and heartfelt episode of Mothering on My Own , Rachel sits down with her friend to explore the layered experience of single motherhood—especially around emotionally loaded times like Mother’s Day. Together, they discuss the emotional toll and practical challenges of raising kids solo, the value of female friendships as a lifeline, and the often unspoken financial pressures single mums face. They also dive into the complex world of dating as a single parent—navigating guilt, vulnerability, and self-worth, while trying to remain open to love. Throughout the episode, they reflect on how creativity, self-discovery, and reclaiming joy are essential tools for surviving and thriving in single motherhood. FOLLOW US: Instagram: Podcast: @motheringonmyown.podcast Rach: @rachel.maksimovic Maggie: @maggiekellywriter Selfhelped Pod: @selfhelpedpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.","meta_description":"In this honest and heartfelt episode of Mothering on My Own , Rachel sits down with her friend to explore the layered experience of single motherhood—espe…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":2874,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/now-what-podcast-6669541/episodes/74-reflections-on-relationships-and-personal-growth-with-maggie-kelly/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/now-what-podcast-6669541/74-reflections-on-relationships-and-personal-growth-with-maggie-kelly.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}