The Gag is… Podcast
Charli Shanta
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The GAG is" is a powerful podcast that takes you on a journey through the life of a remarkable black woman who defied the odds. Charli Shanta became a teen mom and a widow by 21. Now in her mid 30’s life has been unpredictable, she’s faced unimaginable adversity yet she's never given up. Join Charli as she shares her inspiring story, offering a message of resilience and hope even if it isn’t always perfect. Discover that even in the darkest times there are better days ahead. Laughter can always follow tears.
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Recent Episodes
Simplify the Holidays: Spending with Intention
Send a textThis episode helps you reset holiday expectations and build a simple, firm budget that keeps stress low while making space for meaningful traditions and lasting experiences. We’ll walk…
Trick-or-Treat Tactics
Send a textIt’s our 75th episode and a Halloween special with Pink Lady vibes! We’re keeping trick-or-treat night fun, safe, and full of memories that last longer than the candy stash. From planning…
Parent Burnout
Send a textWe get honest about parent burnout—how the school year, sports, injuries, and constant driving can erase sleep, joy, and any sense of self. We share practical ways to set limits, protect…
School-Year Family Time, Simplified
Send a textWe share simple, real ways to build quality family time during the school year—car chats with the radio off, no-phone dinners, and small rituals that help kids feel seen. From pumpkin…
How to Help Your Child Make Friends (parenting tips for kids’ social skills)
Send a textFriendships can make or break the school years—and as parents, we want to help our kids build healthy connections. In this video, we’ll cover why social skills are so important, green…
Creating Effective Homework Spaces: Tips for Academic Success
Send a textWe explore essential back-to-school strategies for parents navigating the transition from summer to the academic year, with practical tips for creating successful homework routines and…
Navigating the Lunchbox: Strategies for Keeping Your Student Fueled
Send a textCharlie shares tried-and-true strategies for managing school lunches and keeping students well-fed during busy school days. This episode wraps up the back-to-school series with practical…
Navigating Back-to-School: High School vs College Essentials
Send a textWe wrap up our back-to-school series with practical advice for high school and college supplies, focusing on the transition between these educational stages and what students actually need…
The Back-to-School Style Guide: Tips and Tricks
Send a textBack-to-school clothes shopping can be the most expensive part of preparing for the new school year, but with proper planning and practical strategies, parents can stay on budget while…
Finding Your Balance in the Back-to-School Chaos
Send a textWe need to focus not just on getting our kids ready for back-to-school season, but also ensuring we're taking care of ourselves as parents because without us there's no them, and without…
Navigating Back-to-School Shopping: Elementary to Middle School Guide
Send a textThe back-to-school season brings challenges for parents navigating lengthy supply lists and deciding between self-shopping versus purchasing pre-packaged kits from schools.• Elementary…
Back-to-School Prep: Emergency Contacts Matter
Send a textReturning with another back-to-school preparation episode, I focus on the critical importance of keeping your emergency contact information updated with your child's school. • Working in…
Back-to-School Health Essentials: Physicals, Medications & More
Send a textCharlie Shante discusses the importance of scheduling back-to-school health appointments early to ensure your child starts the school year with all required medical clearances and in good…
First Impressions Start Young: Building Character Through Courtesy
Send a textManners matter, and I've noticed an alarming decline in basic courtesy among children today, creating challenges for both adults and other kids who interact with them.• Children as young…
Restructuring Your Life: Breaking Down the Path to Self-Improvement
Send a textBreaking life into manageable pieces can make restructuring your life more achievable, just like eating a pizza is easier when it's sliced rather than trying to consume it whole. Using a…
Kids, Camps, and Climbing Utility Bills: A Parent's Summer Reality
Send a textSummer brings unique challenges for parents as they navigate planning activities, managing increased expenses, and keeping kids constructively occupied during the break. From sports…
Memorial Day vs Veterans Day: Honor the Fallen Correctly
Send a textMemorial Day is specifically for honoring military personnel who died in service to the country, not to be confused with Veterans Day which honors all who have served. I share my personal…
When Your Kid Leaves You Hanging: A Mother's Day Special
Send a textCharlie shares a heartfelt and unfiltered Mother's Day episode after her son's brief attempt to take over leaves her scrambling to create content. She opens up about her 25 years of…
Navigating Life's Turbulence: Getting Back to Basics When Everything Gets Overwhelming
Send a textLife is a cyclical journey of growth, discomfort, and returning to basics. When overwhelm strikes, reconnecting with fundamental self-care practices can restore balance and prepare us for…
Easter Memories and Modern Dilemmas
Send a textEaster traditions create a stark contrast between childhood memories and adult responsibilities, highlighting the evolution of holiday celebrations within Baptist church communities.•…
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The Gag is… Podcast has published 76 episodes since July 2023, covering topics in Kids & Family, Parenting.
The Gag is… Podcast is currently sporadic with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 28m.
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