Talk To Your Mom is a home for conversation where generational knowledge is wealth. The podcast is the brainchild of writer, producer and speaker Keyaira Kelly and her mom, Tarawoner Kelly, life coach and founder of TYL Foundation. Each episode, Keyaira and her mom will tackle raw and traditionally taboo mom/child topics that include sex, love, spirituality, growth, healing and trauma.
Cotton Fields to Cover Stories: How Black Women Beat The Odds In Two Generations
In this intimate and intergenerational episode, Keyaira and Tarawoner sit down with their matriarch, Willa Mae, to trace how Black women in their family rebuilt their lives and redefined what "work" could look like across two generations.
Willa Mae reflects on her early years in the cotton fields of Mississippi, before her mother courageously led the family north to Ohio, escaping the violent, hellish racism of the Jim Crow South. In Ohio, a new lineage was planted — one rooted in hope for broader horizons.
Tarawoner details her work stretching from serving as a probation officer to later taking on janitorial work in Ohio's corporate offices, before transitioning into life coaching and ministry.
Keyaira's early work years include doing janitorial work alongside her family, a foundation of grit that would eventually propel her into top editing roles in major New York City corporate newsrooms — spaces her grandmother could scarcely imagine entering.
Together, the three women reflect on migration, survival, dignity, and ambition—how each generation pushed the boundaries a little further, transforming field labor into corporate careers, and forging a legacy of strength and self-determination.
2 Nov 2025
Say "No" To Family Without Guilt: Setting Boundaries with therapist Dr. Akilah Reynolds
In this episode, hosts Keyaira and Tarawoner sit down with Dr. Akilah Reynolds, California based psychologist at Black Girl Doctor for a powerful and honest conversation about setting boundaries with family, managing resentment, and protecting your peace.
Dr. Reynolds breaks down why boundary-setting is essential for emotional health—especially within Black families where guilt, obligation, and generational expectations often make saying "no" difficult.
Tarawoner opens up about the challenges of establishing boundaries with her aging mother, who moved in with her and her husband due to a housing crisis. Meanwhile, Keyaira shares her journey of prioritizing privacy in her romantic and personal life, exploring what it means to step back from social sharing and conversations centered on relationships and career talk.
Together, they unpack how to:
Recognize when resentment is a signal that a boundary has been crossed
Set healthy emotional boundaries with parents and loved ones
Navigate shifting social dynamics when you choose privacy over openness
Rebuild connection and self-trust after family conflict
Tune in for a heartfelt discussion that offers tools for healing family relationships, preserving mental wellness, and embracing emotional boundaries with love and intention.
9 Feb 2025
Toya Johnson-Rushing & Reginae Carter on Navigating Mother-Daughter Relationship Changes with Love
In this episode, Tarawoner and Keyaira have a raw and heartfelt conversation about how they moved past old resentments to build a stronger, more loving bond. Keyaira opens up about working through feelings of distance when she wasn’t as present with her mom as her siblings, while Tarawoner shares how she’s learned to embrace Keyaira’s busy, purpose-driven life without frustration.
We’re also joined by Toya Johnson-Rushing and Reginae Carter who stop by to promote the latest season of their WeTV reality show ‘Toya and Reginae.’ The duo shared how their own mother-daughter dynamic has evolved—especially as Reginae navigates life in Los Angeles, miles away from her hometown of Atlanta.
From healing past wounds to strengthening bonds despite distance, this episode is all about growth, forgiveness, and the journey to a deeper connection.
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Apple Podcasts (US)
4.9 / 5
113 ratings
Spotify
5.0 / 5
7 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 48 / 100
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YouTube
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Engagement
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