The Seam Podcast

Season 3 Episode 15: Marla Tellez on Motherhood, Media & Showing Up for Each Other

The Seam Podcast

Show Notes

A Kickin’ Cancer Series episode by The SEAM Podcast.

This Mother’s Day, The SEAM Podcast debuts a special series for Kickin’ Cancer — celebrating the bonds between women and the communities that carry us.

In our first episode, journalist and FoxLA anchor Marla Tellez joins us just weeks after becoming a mother. A longtime supporter and host of Kickin’ Cancer, Marla shares her reflections on motherhood, the women who shaped her, and why preventive health is more personal — and more urgent — than ever.

Kickin’ Cancer 2025 is now open for registration!

Join us on Sunday, October 12th in Los Angeles to walk, run, and rally for better early detection. Use code 4THEMOMS for 50% off through June 1:

Register here There’s plenty of time to gather your people, start a team, and show up for the women you love.

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