In this episode, Martina Common shares her personal journey from growing up in Cabrini Green to becoming an author and entrepreneur. She discusses the importance of education and the impact of teachers in her life. Martina talks about her love for dancing and how she had to let it go due to health issues. She emphasizes the therapeutic power of writing and how it has been a constant passion throughout her life. Martina shares her experience of graduating from Columbia College and receiving a publishing deal, highlighting the importance of taking the publishing process step by step. Martina shares her step-by-step journey as an author and entrepreneur. She discusses dealing with a dishonest publishing company and the challenges she faced. Martina emphasizes the importance of not giving up and overcoming obstacles. Martina introduces herself and the purpose of her podcast, Win Wounded Podcast. She concludes by sharing her upcoming projects, including the release of her final memoir series and a play, as well as an adult prom to celebrate her publishing company's anniversary.

In this episode, Authorpreneur and host Martina Common and her mother, Elaine, discuss various aspects of motherhood. They cover topics such as growing up in Cabrini Green, the challenges of being a single parent, raising children with chronic health ailments, and the loss of a child. Elaine shares her experiences and provides advice for teen parents and those coping with the loss of a child. They also discuss the strong bond between mothers and daughters and the importance of family support. Overall, the conversation highlights the resilience, love, and sacrifices that mothers make for their children. In this conversation, Martina and her mother discuss the essence of motherhood and the importance of love, sacrifice, and guidance. They explore the rewards of being a mother and the impact a mother can have on her children's lives. They also delve into the definition of a mother and the qualities that make someone a true mother. The conversation emphasizes the continuous learning and growth that comes with being a mother and the importance of being present and wholeheartedly engaged in a child's life. The conversation concludes with advice for absent mothers and a call to appreciate and honor mothers.

In this episode, Authorpreneur and host Martina Common interviews her friend/soul brother Jeremy Franklin about his experiences as a father and a man in today's society. They discuss Jeremy's background growing up in Chicago in the 90s, the importance of family and community, and the changes they have seen in the city over the years. Jeremy shares the lessons he learned from his mother and his uncle, who served as a father figure in his life. They also delve into the emotions and struggles Jeremy faced without a relationship with his biological father. This conversation explores the themes of creating a safe and supportive environment, being true to oneself and one's partner, the importance of love, respect, and understanding, appreciating and valuing each other, the power of protection and support, the impact of childhood friendships, being comfortable in one's skin, authenticity and connecting with others, transitioning into adulthood, navigating college and cultural differences, struggles and procrastination, learning to appreciate and value what you have, finding love and support in relationships, the challenges of co-parenting, the impact of devastating moments on children, the joy and responsibility of fatherhood, healing, and forgiveness, and the birth of a child and emotional reflections. Jeremy reflects on his journey as a father and the impact of his uncle's passing. He discusses transitioning from seeking fake reassurance to understanding the importance of real love and patience. Jeremy also shares low moments during fatherhood and how they motivated him to make positive changes in his life. He highlights the high moments of being a father, including nurturing and teaching his children. Lastly, he emphasizes the importance of positive connections, being present, and the influence of his uncle in shaping his values and guiding him as a father. In this conversation, Jeremy Franklin and Martina Common discuss various topics related to fatherhood and personal growth. Jeremy shares his perspective on leaving a lasting impact and how he wants his children to remember him. The conversation concludes with Jeremy providing advice for absent fathers and emphasizing the importance of being present in their children's lives.

In this episode, authorpreneur and host Martina Common shares her personal experience with grief, specifically the loss of her significant other, Dionta DT Johnson on October 14th, 2006. She discusses the impact of his passing on her, D.T.'s Family and Friends, and their Cabrini Green community, as well as the support she received from her core group of friends and family. Martina emphasizes the importance of therapy in her healing journey and offers advice for dealing with grief, including writing letters to heaven and visiting the cemetery. She encourages listeners to give themselves grace and take the grieving process day by day.

In this episode, Martina Common discusses her journey with mental health and the inspiration behind her podcast. She shares an excerpt from her book and emphasizes the importance of mental health awareness. Martina and her guest, Sofia, discuss the benefits of therapy and the stigma surrounding seeking help. They also explore the connection between writing and mental health. Martina opens up about her experience with depression and the diagnosis of polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). Overall, the episode aims to inspire and encourage listeners to prioritize their mental well-being. Martina shares her experience with being diagnosed with PCOS and the journey of finding the right treatment. She also discusses the impact of her condition on her mental health and the support she received from her family. Martina opens up about a negative experience with a therapist and the importance of doing research when seeking help. She talks about the lessons she learned and the journey of forgiveness. Martina then shares a difficult time in her life, referred to as the passage of Code Red, where she faced multiple health challenges (multiple chronic health ailments) and financial difficulties. Despite hitting rock bottom, she found the strength to overcome these challenges. In this conversation, Martina Common and Sofia discuss the importance of redemption and recreating life, when to consider therapy, how to support friends and relatives who are struggling, and resources for support. Martina shares her personal experiences and emphasizes the need for self-reflection and seeking help. Sofia provides insights as a licensed therapist and highlights the importance of being nonjudgmental and offering support. The conversation concludes with a powerful message about living and conquering through difficult times.