07-05-2025- "The Recipe for Healing: A Soulful Dialogue with The Counseling Chef – Tanika West-Moore

07-05-2025- "The Recipe for Healing: A Soulful Dialogue with The Counseling Chef – Tanika West-Moore

Author: KMOJ-89.9 FM “The People’s Station” July 9, 2025 Duration: 1:01:54

 

The holidays can be joyful, but for many, they’re also a painful reminder of who’s no longer here. This Saturday, we’re holding space for that grief.

Join us for a heartfelt conversation with Tanika West-Moore, affectionately known as “The Counseling Chef.” With over 21 years in the mental health field and a passion for healing through food and storytelling, Tanika shares her journey of losing her mother and how she’s turned her pain into purpose.

 Her new book, “When Mommy is Gone,” is more than just a story—it’s a soft landing for those carrying silent grief, especially during this season. As a therapist, life coach, doula, and founder of two heartfelt ventures named after her late mother, Tanika’s work reminds us that healing comes in many forms—sometimes in a conversation, sometimes in a home-cooked meal.

 This episode is for anyone grieving a mother, anyone feeling the heaviness of the season, or anyone needing to hear, "You’re not alone. Live on 89.9 KMOJ at 8AM CST

Or stream online at www.kmojfm.com

Join us, call in, share your heart, and let’s walk through this together.


From the studios of KMOJ-89.9 FM “The People’s Station” in Minneapolis comes KMOJ's Community Viewpoint, a series of conversations rooted in nearly five decades of community connection. This podcast extends the station's legacy beyond the radio dial, creating a dedicated space for discussions that matter deeply to the communities of color it serves. Each episode delves into the issues, stories, and perspectives that directly impact collective health and well-being, from local initiatives to broader cultural shifts. You’ll hear authentic dialogue that reflects the lived experiences of the community, fostering understanding and highlighting paths forward. The tone is informed by the station's long history, having first gone on the air in 1976, and carries the same commitment to being a genuine resource. Tuning into this podcast means engaging with the ongoing narrative of a resilient and vibrant community, exploring topics across education, culture, and society with depth and nuance. It’s more than just a broadcast; it’s a continuing conversation for and by the people, capturing the contemporary pulse of urban life and community advocacy through thoughtful, necessary dialogue.
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