On this podcast we sit down with Mark Steven Porro is a best-selling author, award-winning writer, designer, director, Hollywood actor, and entrepreneur who made a significant sacrifice by putting his life on hold for the love of his mother. Through the power of love, he was able to bring her back to life, utilizing everything he learned throughout his life to provide her with the positive energy she deserved.In his book, *A Cup of Tea on the Commode*, Mark discusses the ups and downs of becoming a caregiver for his mother. He shares powerful lessons and stories that can inspire anyone who is a caregiver, helping them find joy and meaning in supporting their loved ones during their journeys. It was a great interview!

Imagine receiving a call that would turn your world upside down. For Mark Steven Porro, a carefree bachelor living in Los Angeles, that call came from his brother in New Jersey. Their mother was on her deathbed. Dropping everything, Mark flew home, not knowing that this trip would change his life forever.
Mark shares his story, A Cup of Tea on the Commode. My multi-tasking adventures of caring for Mom. And how I survived to tell the tale with Pat Wetzel on her podcast “Bump in the Road.”

Mark discusses “A Cup of Tea on the Commode” with FireBreathinRob on his podcast.

Time with Teepa – What’s special about male caregivers. Meet a son, Mark Steven Porro, author of “A Cup of Tea on the Commode,” who was on this journey and made a difference in his mother’s life.

On September 12, Mark Steven Porro shared “A Cup of Tea” stories, tips, and laughs LIVE with Chris on the ever popular Chris Voss Show.

Mark joins Colton Perry to discuss "A Cup of Tea on the Commode" on his Just Dumb Enough podcast. We all go about our lives knowing that time will catch up with us, but it never ceases to surprise when we get the call that an aging loved one suddenly needs more help than they can afford. What can you do? What's should you do? Let's learn one option right now.

Mark Steven Porro joins Nancy May to discuss "A Cup of Tea on the Commode" on Doing It Best with Eldercare Success where we explore ways to relieve the stress, exhaustion and overwhelm that we all face in caring for an aging parent, frail spouse, or partner. Fear, frustration, emotional and financial strain do not have to be your MO!

This interview with host Don McCauley first aired on July 4, 2023.