Show: The Morning Chatter
Co-Host: Debbie D. Wahba (Mama Wahba)
Co-Host: Mary Kim Farkas
Guest: Lea Rosenberry, Head of Community at Chatter Social

In this episode of The Morning Chatter, Debbie D. Wahba and co-host Mary Kim Farkas sit down with Lea Rosenberry, Head of Community at Chatter Social, to talk about the heart behind the platform, the power of community, and why The Morning Chatter has become a safe, empowering space for people to learn, grow, and connect.

They dive into:

• How Lea encouraged Debbie to launch The Morning Chatter
• Why being mindful of other communities and time zones matters
• What makes Chatter Social different from other social platforms
• The importance of genuine connection, kindness, and legacy
• And some fun personal shares about holidays, crafts, grandkids, and books

Key Topics & Takeaways

• The Origin of The Morning Chatter
  • Lea’s early belief in Debbie and the confidence boost that helped bring the show to life.
  • Debbie intends to create a space for learning, connection, and diverse voices.
• Mindful Leadership & Community Building
  • How Debbie was intentional about show times to respect other communities on Chatter Social.
  • The focus on impact, not just numbers or “rocket chats.”
  • Create a space where people from all backgrounds and viewpoints can learn and grow together.
• What Makes Chatter Social Unique
  • A group-centric platform where everything is built around interest-based groups.
  • Real-time audio, video, screen-sharing, and interaction that deepen trust and learning.
  • The ability to host interactive conversations and live teaching (no hiding behind slides or scripts).
• Lea’s Role as Head of Community
  • Being the voice of the user inside the company.
  • Helping people connect and spotting potential speakers for The Morning Chatter.
  • Why simple features (like GIF profile pictures) can have a significant emotional impact.
• Life, Fun & Legacy
  • Lea’s love for Christmas, crafts, movies, and time with her grandson.
  • Favorite memories like costume “fashion shows” and baking together.
  • Her view of legacy: setting her kids up well and raising kind humans.
  • Mary Kim and Debbie share their own perspectives on motherhood, fears, and hopes for their children.
• Why The Morning Chatter Matters
  • A daily safe space with no conflict, just learning, encouragement, and honest conversation.
  • A place where people cry, laugh, learn, and form genuine connections in real time.
  • The magic that happens when speakers and listeners come together and support each other.

Timestamps

• 00:00 – Welcome & introductions: Debbie, Mary Kim & Lea
• 01:00 – Why Lea was the first podcast guest
• 02:30 – Confidence, growth, and saying “yes” to The Morning Chatter
• 03:30 – Being mindful of other communities & global time zones
• 04:30 – What The Morning Chatter brings that was missing on Chatter
• 06:20 – Lea’s role as Head of Community & “voice of the user.”
• 09:20 – What Lea does for fun: holidays, crafts & Christmas rooms
• 13:45 – Books, audiobooks & learning content
• 18:50 – What makes Chatter Social different from other platforms
• 23:30 – Real-time interaction vs traditional social media
• 26:30 – Grandkids, memories & “do-overs” with family
• 28:40 – Legacy, kindness & setting kids up well
• 30:40 – Why The Morning Chatter is a safe, meaningful

Intro to The Morning Chatter

Cohost: Debbie Dowling Wahba (Mama Wahba)

Cohost: Mary Kim Farkas

Show: The Morning Chatter Podcast

Episode Overview

In this launch episode, Mary Kim Farkas sits down with Debbie Dowling Wahba, the founder and co-owner of The Morning Chatter on Chatter Social, to talk about how this powerful morning show came to life.

They discuss the inspiration behind the platform, the magic of community collaboration, and the intentional design that makes The Morning Chatter a space where leaders, creators, and changemakers come together every weekday morning to share, connect, and grow.

Highlights & Key Takeaways

• The Inspiration: Debbie shares how she wanted to create a place where people could learn, grow, and start their mornings with purpose.
• Community Connection: How The Morning Chatter grew from zero to 600+ members in just a few months.
• Intentional Leadership: The importance of building with integrity, awareness, and respect for other communities.
• Behind the Scenes: How daily videos, coordination, and promotion help elevate each speaker.
• The Magic of Alignment: Speakers often unknowingly align on similar topics, creating a natural flow that feels divinely synchronized.
• Next Steps: The podcast will feature interviews with each speaker and expand into immersive live experiences.

Timestamps

00:00 – Welcome & Introduction
01:05 – What inspired The Morning Chatter
04:20 – Building community with purpose
07:10 – The power of timing and collaboration