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Ask the Doulas PodcastPreparedness for Moms during pregnancy and early parenting with Emily Richett, author of "Mama Bear Survival"Send us a textKristin Revere and Emily Richett discuss Preparedness for Moms during pregnancy and early parenting in the latest episode of Ask the Doulas podcast . Emily is the author of "Mama Bear Survival: Raising Strong Families in an Uncertain World- A Guide to Preparedness, Resilience & Self-Reliance". She is also the host of Mama Bear Survival podcast. Subscribe to our newsletter, check out Kristin’s birth and baby book, and see more about our doula services & online courses below:https://linktr.ee/goldcoastdoulasKeywords:...2025-05-1352 min
Mudfish AdventuresEmily Richett on Mama Bear Survival, Self-Reliance, and Raising Resilient FamiliesOn this episode of the Mudfish Adventures Podcast, Captain Steve "Scooby" Stubbe sits down with Emily Richett, author of Mama Bear Survival and founder of MamaBearSurvival.com. Broadcasting from the HuntFish Podcast Summit at Pintail Hunting Club, Emily shares her incredible journey from busy media professional and mother of four to self-reliance advocate, hunter, and first-time author. Emily talks about how the changing world motivated her to reclaim lost skills in personal protection, food preservation, emergency preparedness, and sustainable living. Frustrated by the lack of practical, female-focused resources, she created Mama Bear Survival — a beautiful, full-color guidebook pa...2025-05-0145 min
Mama Bear Survival18. PART 2: A New Hunter's Journey in the Women Hunt Program with Renée Thornton, Emily Richett, Jessica Braunstein & Jodie BlandThis is the second episode in a special series with Renée Thornton, founder of Women Hunt. If you missed the first episode, listen to the first part over at episode 17 for a full introduction to Women Hunt. Today we continue the conversation with Renée Thornton, founder of the Women Hunt™ program, joined by two other graduates from the 2024 class, Jodie Bland and Jessica Braunstein. In this episode, we dive deeper into the transformative experiences at the FTW Ranch, from rifle training to the emotion of the first hunt, and explore how the program impac...2024-11-221h 10
Mama Bear SurvivalA New Hunter's Journey in the Women Hunt Program with Renée ThorntonIn today's episode, we're kicking off a special series featuring the Women Hunt program and Emily's journey venturing into hunting and conservation. This is the very first episode in a special series with Renée Thornton, founder of Women Hunt© a program under the Wild Sheep Foundation dedicated to guiding women into the hunting and conservation space. In these episodes, Emily Richett will share behind-the-scenes as she embarks on the journey of becoming a hunter, from the initial application process to her personal motivations for this transformative experience. Renée shares her story, the mission behi...2024-11-0148 min
Mama Bear SurvivalBuilding Your Emergency Food Pantry with Jessica Cardwell of The Faithful PreppersIn today's episode, we learn practical steps to getting started with food storage, budget-friendly tips, small spaces & faith-based preparedness. In this episode of the Mama Bear Survival podcast, Emily talks to Jessica Cardwell, founder of The Faithful Preppers. Jessica shares her journey from being a newlywed with an empty pantry to becoming a thoughtful, faith-based prepper. We discuss everything from building a sustainable food storage plan to maintaining a preparedness mindset without fear. Key Takeaways: Getting Started: Begin with a three-day plan for both food and water. This simple step can help...2024-10-1749 min
Mama Bear SurvivalStay Safe, Stay Ready: From Firearms to Non-Lethal Protection with Rob Chadwick of the USCCA In today's episode, we're talking about personal protection, from firearms to non-lethal defense, and the training all gun owners need with with Rob Chadwick of the USCCA. In this episode of the Mama Bear Survival podcast, Emily Richett chats with Rob Chadwick, Director of Education and Training for the U.S. Concealed Carry Association (USCCA), about what it really means to be a responsible gun owner. Rob shares his journey from law enforcement and FBI agent to advocate for self-defense education and training. They discuss the importance of continuous learning, preparing your family...2024-09-2539 min
Mama Bear SurvivalProtecting Our Kids in a Tech-Driven World & Digital Safety with Nicki Reisberg of the Scrolling to Death Podcast In today's episode, we're talking about how to protect our kids in a tech-driven world and from all the dangers of social media, with Nicki Reisberg of Scrolling to Death Podcast. In this episode of the Mama Bear Survival podcast, Emily Richett sits down with Nicki Reisberg, host of the Scrolling to Death podcast, to dive into the complex world of digital safety for children. They discuss the real dangers children face online, from social media's effects on mental health to the rising concerns around platforms like Snapchat and Tiktok. Nicki shares her...2024-09-1643 min
Mama Bear SurvivalProactive Personal Protection & Preparedness with Alex Stewart of Premier Body Armor In today's episode, we talk about the increasing need for practical, personal protection and some easy ways to achieve it. In this interview, we talk with Alex Stewart, President of Premier Body Armor, about the growing need for everyday moms and civilians like us, to have practical, personal protection. Our conversation centers around situational awareness, self-reliance, and being more proactive protectors! Premier Body Armor is a family-owned business with a legacy rooted in armored vehicle manufacturing, where their products saved countless American warfighters' lives. Today, they offer high-quality, USA-made personal protection solutions for everyday life—fro...2024-09-1135 min
Mama Bear SurvivalStrength & Advocacy After a Violent Home Invasion with Mary Forgues - Mama Bear Survivor Story In this episode, we meet our first in a series of "Mama Bear Survivors." Mary Forgues shares her survival story of a home invasion turned violent attack. In this interview, she reveals the crucial safety insights and how this life-altering event steered her into advocacy and police work. Tune in to hear how Mary harnessed her Mama Bear instincts to protect her and her family. Key points: Mary shares details of the day a man broke into her house and attacked her What she has learned from the experience and how it shapes her motherhood The role of gun ownership in...2024-03-1446 min
Mama Bear SurvivalThe War on Chidren, Defending Truth & the Parenting Revolution with Landon StarbuckWelcome to episode 4! In this episode, Mama Bear Landon Starbuck joins us to talk about the war on children and the urgent need to rise up and join the parenting revolution. The War on Children - a Documentary and a Battle Cry Landon and her husband Robby Starbuck produced the impactful film "The War On Children," that exposes the ongoing battle for control of the next generation and their minds. While the film was blocked by the mainstream media and from being promoted on most social media channels, Elon Musk shared...2024-03-0738 min
Mama Bear SurvivalUnleash Your Inner Mama Bear: Join the Journey to Preparedness & Self-Reliance with Emily RichettPack Your Go-Bag, It's Time for the Mama Bear Survival Journey "Because Mama Bear survival isn't just a passive feel-good podcast. This show is really going to take listeners on a journey this year and I hope that you'll join me for it." Are you ready to adventure together this year? Here are some of the topics Emily discusses in this first episode. Emily's journey from a career in media to entrepreneurship 2020 - the year that changed everything (for the better) Waking up to freedom & family Planning for your family's secure future Self-reliance and...2024-03-0612 min
Mama Bear SurvivalTaking Ownership of your Personal Protection & Firearms Education with Lena Miculek & Rose by SIG SAUER Welcome to episode 3 where we talk personal protection and firearms education with Lena Miculek, 9x world shooting champion behind the revolutionary Rose by SIG SAUER program. It's an eye-opening talk on women's firearm education, self-reliance, fears, and finding strength in the booming echo of the shooting range. Arming Mama Bears: Empowerment through Firearm Skills In this episode, Emily and Lena discuss: Lena's upbringing and rise to shooting champion Facing fears and personal growth Practical tips before heading to the range Personal protection vs. competitive shooting The growth and future of the Rose program Next Steps +...2024-03-0651 min
Mama Bear SurvivalWelcome to Mama Bear Survival! The Show for Moms Raising Children in an Unsteady World- Expert Interviews in Defense, Prepping, Self-Reliance, Faith & MotherhoodIntroducing Mama Bear Survival The go-to podcast for moms raising children in an unsteady world, with preparedness, resilience & faith. Hosted by Emily Richett, a former news reporter and mother of four, Mama Bear Survival is the podcast for moms who want to reclaim the lost skills and knowledge of our ancestors to not only survive, but to thrive in the days ahead. In each episode, Emily and expert guests explore practical strategies for building self-reliance and resilience, covering topics like self-defense, building a practical food pantry, a clean water supply, and raising critical...2024-02-2802 min
Catholic Women LeadS2 Episode 6: Building a Company That Empowers Girls With Emily RichettEmily Richett has a background in media and public relations. When she realized there weren't any good dolls for her daughters that aligned with her family's values, she decided to create her own.
In this episode, she tells Taryn DeLong about how she created Faith Friends Co., her desire to empower Christian girls with her products, and how she balances ethical business practices with keeping costs sustainable.
Emily Richett is a former TV news reporter with two decades experience working in media, both in front of and behind the camera. She is...2023-11-1436 min
The AMPLIFY ShowHow a Return to Play Brightens Our Present & Prepares Kids for an Uncertain Future with Ginny YurichIn this episode of The AMPLIFY Show, Emily Richett talks to Ginny Yurich,founder of the 1000 Hours Outside movement about her newest book, Until the Streetlights Come on: How a Return to Play Brightens Our Present and Prepares Kids for an Uncertain Future. Ginny's new book launches on November 7. You can get the pre-sale freebies by going to to the website and filling out your information. Pre-order Until the Streetlights Come On here. 2023-11-0651 min
The AMPLIFY ShowThe Failures of Feminism & How Smashing the Patriarchy Has Destroyed Us with Carrie GressIn this episode, Emily Richett talks to author Carrie Gress about her latest book "End of Woman: How Smashing the Patriarchy has Destroyed Us." Topics discussed in this episode: After 50 years of modern feminism, why aren't women happier? Abortion, depression, and other consequences of radical feminism How to combat the toxic feminist culture Practical steps to find our way back home to happier, more fulfilled lives as women and mothers Mentioned on the Show: Buy 'The End of Woman"- Carrie's latest book Connect with Carrie at her website for a si...2023-08-2845 min
The AMPLIFY Show83. The Failures of Feminism & How Smashing the Patriarchy Has Destroyed Us with Carrie GressIn this episode, Emily Richett talks to author Carrie Gress about her latest book "End of Woman: How Smashing the Patriarchy has Destroyed Us." Topics discussed in this episode: After 50 years of modern feminism, why aren't women happier? Abortion, depression, and other consequences of radical feminism How to combat the toxic feminist culture Practical steps to find our way back home to happier, more fulfilled lives as women and mothers Mentioned on the Show: Buy 'The End of Woman"- Carrie's latest book Connect with Carrie at her website for a si...2023-08-2845 min
The AMPLIFY Show82: Doing Business Without Sacrificing Your Values with Michael Seifert of Public SquareI'm back for another season of the AMPLIFY Show after having another baby aaaaand, launching another business! I share a bit about both in the introduction leading up to my interview with Public Square CEO Michael Seifert. Public Square is the largest directory of patriotic businesses that share our values of faith, family & freedom. I was excited to give Michael and Public Square a first look at my new business venture - a direct to consumer e-commerce product in a very specific niche (Christian moms of girls... you're gonna love this!). In this episode we t...2023-05-2429 min
The AMPLIFY ShowCultural Worship, Modern Beliefs, & Finding Unshakeable Faith - Defending Life From a Christian PerspectiveWhat does it mean to be a Christian and to stand up for your beliefs on hot-topic issues? How can you respectfully share with others, especially non-believers, in a way that will resonate? In this episode of The AMPLIFY Show, Emily takes a deep dive into what she has discovered since speaking out on the topic of abortion and the sanctity of life from a Christian perspective. She sheds light on why she chose to share her convictions publically, inviting criticism and judgment. She also shares her insights into what she has discovered to be at...2022-06-3035 min
The AMPLIFY ShowSurvival, Love & Forgiveness with Melissa OhdenIn today’s powerful episode, I’m talking with Melissa Ohden. I recorded this interview seven months ago but was waiting for the right time to share it- and a more honest answer would be that I hesitated to share this because I knew the interview may make some people uncomfortable. While the topic of the interview may seem political or controversial, Melissa’s story really is for everyone. It’s the story that often gets overlooked in the whole life and choice debates. It’s one that I didn’t even realize existed until I heard her shar...2022-06-0838 min
The AMPLIFY ShowQuit Trading Time for Money: Creating a Business that Works For Your LifeIn today’s Biz Pep Talk, I’m talking about the trap many mom entrepreneurs find themselves in and how to break free from it: trading time for money. I share how I transitioned my business from one that required a lot of my physical time and also drained my energy, leaving me without as much to give to my family, to one that gives me a lot of freedom and the ability to scale up or down depending on my season, desire, or needs. In this episode I cover: ...2022-06-0313 min
The AMPLIFY ShowSimplicity Parenting, Family Values, & Building Emotional Resilience With Kim John PayneToday on The AMPLIFY Show, I’m welcoming back Kim John Payne, a counselor, researcher, and the author of eight books about children. He was one of the first guests on this show, and I highly recommend going back and listening to that interview in Episode 6 if you like this one! Last time, we talked about his 2009 book Simplicity Parenting: Using the Extraordinary Power of Less to Raise Calmer, Happier, and More Secure Kids. In this interview, we talk about two big topics that have changed for parents...2022-05-1259 min
The AMPLIFY ShowHabits for Holiness with Fr. Mark-Mary AmesI’m back recording some new episodes after a bit of a break during Lent and my season doing Magnify90– you can hear more about what Magnify90 is just a few episodes back where I interviewed the creator, Kaylene Brown. In this episode I share about my experience with Lent and Magnify90 during a Michigan winter, my husband recovering from knee surgery, sick kids, you name it. I also talk with Father Mark-Mary Ames, the author of Habits For Holiness: Small Steps For Making Big Spiritual Progress and a Franciscan Friar of the R...2022-05-0543 min
The AMPLIFY ShowLast Words and Learning Through Hard SeasonsI’m sure we’ve all wondered what our last words will be, but do you ever think about the possibility that your words might be the last that someone else hears? In Episode 70 of The AMPLIFY Show (70, can you believe it?), I share my thoughts on the significance of last words, including the unexpected ones that have inspired me to be better, even during the ordinary, small moments. I’m also sharing an update about this current season I’m in and some of the learning and growth that comes from hard se...2022-03-1508 min
The AMPLIFY ShowTech-straction and Psychological Pacifiers With Sean McCoolIn today’s episode, I’m chatting with Sean McCool about tech-straction and psychological pacifiers. Sean is an award-winning marketing consultant, a coach for entrepreneurs over 40, and a fellow podcaster. I enjoyed being on his show, Persuasion by The Pint, a few months ago! In this interview, Sean shares his historical perspective and lessons on technology, why it’s so distracting, and we debate a bit about how much responsibility companies have over technology versus our own responsibility. Sean does a great job of sharing from historical perspectives. He's a gre...2022-03-0436 min
The AMPLIFY ShowMagnify 90 & Pursuing Virtue As A Feminine Genius With Kaylene BrownIn this episode of The AMPLIFY Show, I interview Kaylene Brown, creator of Magnify 90, a 90-day spiritual journey for women. This episode comes just in time as we head into Lent. If you’re looking to grow deeper in faith and to journey into the desert of spirituality and asceticism, then you’ll love this episode and Magnify 90. We talk about humility, what it means to be a feminine genius, how to embrace our special, God-given gifts as women, and why making time for prayer can be so hard in today’s produc...2022-02-2539 min
The AMPLIFY ShowFasting For Spiritual Growth With Wendy SpeakeWe’re just a couple weeks away from Lent, and I have a few interviews coming up that will help prepare our minds and hearts for it, including today’s interview with Wendy Speake. Wendy is the author of many books including The 40 Day Sugar Fast, The 40-Day Social Media Fast, and the book where I initially discovered her: Parenting Triggers, which she co-authored with Amber Lia. You know I’m a big fan of purposeful hardship; I have plenty of blogs and interviews dedicated to just that topic. But it’s not just a...2022-02-1530 min
The AMPLIFY ShowThe Replacement Of The Heart Through Technology With Marc BarnesAfter switching to a Light Phone II to help disconnect more from the Internet and social media, I started searching online (the irony, I know!) for a camera solution, since the Light Phone does not have one. That’s when I came upon this article that powerfully explains a theory of replacing the heart - our ability to connect, to relate, and to feel, with technology, our devices, and yes, even our camera phones. The article was written by philosopher Marc Barnes (Ph.D. in Theology from St. Mary’s University). I event...2022-02-0353 min
The AMPLIFY ShowTake Back Your Time With Christy WrightToday’s episode is one of my favorite topics: how to take back your time. That’s the topic of Christy Wright’s latest book, Take Back Your Time: The Guilt-Free Guide to Life Balance. In this interview, Christy talks about her definition of balance, five tactical steps to achieve life balance, and how she was handling some hard changes and decisions she was working through at the time. Just this week, Christy announced one of these big changes: after 12 years at Ramsey Solutions, as a Ramsey personality, she is going to be le...2022-01-2726 min
The AMPLIFY ShowResolutions, Habits, & Quitting Social Media in the New YearHappy new year friends! In today’s episode of The AMPLIFY Show, I’m going to chat a bit about planning for the new year. I’ll tell you what I’m doing differently this year and how I’m going into 2022 with a different perspective. That includes an update on two months of being without social media and my smartphone, and a little bit about the habit I really developed last year: more reading! I read 52 books in 2021, and I wrote a whole monstrous blog post linking each o...2022-01-0713 min
The AMPLIFY ShowBest of The AMPLIFY Show: Break the Twitch And Live a More Intentional Life, With Anthony OngaroToday I’m back with another “Best of The AMPLIFY Show” interview, and I love that today’s interview is one of our most popular out of more than 60 now; it’s my interview with Anthony Ongaro, author of Break The Twitch. Anthony’s book and our interview dives into the actual addiction or “twitch” of our devices. That twitch or impulse to reach for something you want quickly instead of sitting with discomfort - whether that’s food, phones and other devices, shopping, substances, etc. I’m currently testing some methods and researching...2021-12-1633 min
The AMPLIFY ShowBest of The AMPLIFY Show: My Interview With Kim John PayneI’ve been sharing some of our most downloaded episodes of all time here on The AMPLIFY Show, and this week is my interview with author Kim John Payne. He’s well known for his best-selling book Simplicity Parenting, which is my favorite parenting book and one I’ve reread multiple times. He has worked with children and families around the world as a counselor and educator. As an author, he’s given a voice to people like you and me. People who have this feeling that something is not okay about this new normal of overwhe...2021-12-0944 min
The AMPLIFY ShowBest of The AMPLIFY Show: My Interview With Courtney CarverThis month, I’m sharing The AMPLIFY Show’s most popular episodes. Today is my interview with author and entrepreneur Courtney Carver. She's one of the first people I discovered in the simplicity space, and I loved getting a chance to talk with her. In this interview, she shares her journey from overworked, drowning in debt, and overwhelmed with stress to a stream-lined, minimalist, healthier life. I hope this resonates with you as much as it did with me! And hop over to my blog for my annual ho...2021-12-0328 min
The AMPLIFY ShowBest of The AMPLIFY Show: My Interview With Allie CasazzaToday I’m sharing The AMPLIFY Show’s most popular episode of all time, and one the guest said was one of her favorite interviews. It’s my interview with Allie Casazza, author of Declutter Like A Mother and the host of The Purpose Show. In this interview, we chat about how to minimize stress at home when it comes to our stuff, and the things that take up space and energy on our calendars and in our minds. I also share that my gift guides are live this week! My annual gi...2021-11-2432 min
The AMPLIFY Show10 Reasons to Quit Social MediaI’m inviting you to join me for a slower, more peace-filled season with a social media sabbatical- as in, quitting social media for the next month or so. I logged off my platforms on November 8 and plan to take a two-month digital rest. In this episode, I’m sharing 10 reasons (technically 11 reasons, I couldn’t help myself- there are so many good ones!) to quit social media - or to at least take a break. I started the year off with a social media sabbatical but still batche...2021-11-1830 min
The AMPLIFY ShowPersonal Agency, Childhood Trauma & Life Reimagined, With Barbara RapaportI'm so excited to introduce today’s guest, Barbara Rapaport. She’s the author of Reimagined, a memoir recounting her harrowing experience battling and surviving a rare form of cancer. She’s a successful executive coach and consultant who has worked with Fortune 500 businesses, and she’s a former client of my PR firm, HAPPY PR. Barbara is truly inspiring, intelligent, and she really makes you look at yourself through a different lens. In this episode, we talk about courage, personal agency, childhood demons, and radical self-acceptance. I hope you enj...2021-11-1233 min
The AMPLIFY ShowCritical Thinking, Cooking & Kids With Katie KimballToday on The AMPLIFY Show, I’m talking with Katie Kimball of Kitchen Stewardship and Kids Cook Real Food. Katie is an online entrepreneur, blogger, and 2x TED X speaker. In this episode, we talk about the importance of teaching kids critical thinking (and how to cook!) and how the pandemic and mandates derailed her TED Talks not once, but twice- and the resourceful way she still got them done. We also talk about the concerning state of school lunches, how to empower kids to take control of their health and food choices, how to fin...2021-11-0333 min
The AMPLIFY ShowBiz & Life Pep Talk: It Wasn't Meant To Be Easy!Hi friends! Today I was inspired to quickly record another Biz Pep Talk episode, but this one is really a biz/life pep talk. I had a coffee meeting with a client who recently launched a sustainable clothing line and she was telling me about all of the challenges she’s facing with manufacturing issues and product delays. Then, I heard from an author friend who sent me a message. And THEN, a media colleague. Three separate women but a common theme: overcoming hardship, self doubt, and not g...2021-10-2712 min
The AMPLIFY ShowWhy We Want What We Want & The Power Of Mimetic Desire In Everyday Life, with Luke BurgisDo you ever wonder… why do I have the life I have? The career I have? Why do I do the things I do? Buy the things I buy? And what if I told you, you aren’t controlling these things as much as you think you are? In this episode, I talk with Luke Burgis, author of Wanting, about Mimetic Desire and the role it plays in our everyday lives. We also talk about how it impacts everything from how many...2021-10-1428 min
The AMPLIFY ShowTrust the Process, In Memory of Ashley RoseToday is an extra special episode. The previously scheduled interview has been moved to next week. Today I want to honor a special person, my cousin Ashley Rose. While she left the world far too soon, she made an incredible impact on the lives of many people- even complete strangers were inspired by her strength, determination, and faith. In this episode, I share a bit about the legacy she left behind and the wisdom she unknowingly imparted to me in her last days. I hope this inspires you to strive to “trust...2021-10-0809 min
The AMPLIFY ShowBiz Pep Talk: Send the Dang Email!This is the first of a new series, where I’ll shart short, actionable lessons and stories to help you amplify your business. In today’s episode, I answer the question: What happens when you decide to write an email to your list of thousands of people who haven’t heard from you in years? I’ll tell you about my experience reviving a dead email list -- breaking down the numbers, the unsubscribes, the funny interactions, and new customers-- and the inspiring reminder that whether in your business or your personal l...2021-10-0509 min
Momentum for the Entrepreneurial Personality Type (EPT)758 - Perspective & Hope for Entrepreneurs During Challenging Times (with Emily Richett)In this episode of the Momentum Podcast, Alex is interviewed by Emily Richett of the Amplify Podcast. Alex shares such an important message for entrepreneurs. If you’re running a business, you’re taking risks, you’re making things happen, and during these challenging times, it may require more fortitude and mental focus than ever before. Alex Charfen, a business growth coach who helps entrepreneurs grow and scale their businesses, gives practical, tangible, and actionable tips that you can implement into your business right now. He has that shift in perspective that a lot of...2021-10-0540 min
The AMPLIFY ShowPerspective & Hope for Entrepreneurs During Challenging TimesToday I'm bringing my friend and business mentor, Alex Charfen, back on the show. Alex is someone I highly respect, personally and professionally. In business, he has built multiple Inc 500 businesses, helped turn around an entire industry in crisis, and has coached hundreds of entrepreneurs to grow scalable, impactful businesses. Alex shares such an important message for entrepreneurs. If you’re running a business, you’re taking risks, you’re making things happen, and during these challenging times, it may require more fortitude and mental focus than ever before. He has...2021-09-3040 min
The AMPLIFY ShowSelf-Help Gurus, Feminism & “Having it All”This episode is for all of my moms and women who feel like they’ve achieved a lot, overall, yet still feel unfulfilled and overwhelmed. If you’ve read all the popular books from the famous women authors and you follow the big influencers in the self-help space, but their feel-good advice doesn’t actually help, then this is especially for you! I made this episode that I wish I would have heard 4-6 years ago- the “me” that put so much of my self-worth and value in my productivity and achievements, while blindly following mainstream n...2021-09-2324 min
The AMPLIFY ShowFinding Purpose & Peace in Grief & DeathIn this episode, I’m talking about a topic that can make many people uncomfortable- death. For thousands of years, reflecting on our own mortality and inevitable outcome has been used by philosophers and people of all kinds to be better, to do better, and to make the most of this short life. This week I had a chance to say goodbye to my grandmother who is in her final days of life. I talk about this special moment and the valuable lesson it provided, as well as the journaling technique that...2021-09-1014 min
The AMPLIFY ShowHow to Stay Focused and Strong During Crazy TimesFighting Back Against Parent Bully Mobs -- In this episode, I’m opening up about an increasing problem I’ve been seeing play out in my community and those across the country. It’s the evergrowing “parent mobs” - groups of parents who have thrown kindness and tolerance out of the window and replaced them with anger and divisiveness. I talk about the incident that happened in my town that was the final straw and why it’s dangerous that so many good, reasonable voices are being silenced while this parent mob continues...2021-09-0217 min
The AMPLIFY ShowBreak the Twitch And Live a More Intentional Life, With Anthony OngaroI’ve got a great interview for you today. I’m chatting with Anthony Ongaro, author of Break The Twitch: a practical guide to minimalism, intentional living & doing more of what matters. From the moment I read the title of his book, I knew I had to read it. It put a name to something I had been feeling for a long time, and you may be too, if you also get these twitches or impulses that prevent you from living your life to its fullest. The inside cover of the book reads: “...2021-08-2632 min
The AMPLIFY ShowComing of Age in The Digital Age With Lauren EllmanOn this episode of The AMPLIFY Show, I’m chatting with Lauren Ellman, the author of the book BRB: A Memoir About Coming of Age in The Digital Age. This episode kicks off a sort of mini-series; I’ve been on a journey interviewing authors about minimalism, simplicity, and how to break free from our addiction to tech, social media, and outside affirmation. I’ll be sharing more interviews with authors and thought leaders as I try to navigate living a life with less use of technology and social media, which is tricky as an entrepreneur. In thi...2021-07-2922 min
The AMPLIFY ShowCreating Systems for Success With Kate EricksonToday on the show I’m talking with Kate Erickson, one half of the duo behind the Entrepreneurs On Fire Podcast with John Lee Dumas and host of her own show, Kate’s Take. Kate runs all of the systems and processes behind Entrepreneurs on Fire and gives us an inside view of what those processes look like. I love learning how entrepreneurs have set up their multi-million dollar businesses for success. Kate and John are two entrepreneurs who aren’t running themselves ragged with their business, all because of automation and setting up processes and sys...2021-07-1332 min
The AMPLIFY ShowPlanning for Maternity Leave and Time Off From Biz for Mom EntrepreneursHi everyone - I’m back! I had to break my weekly podcast streak this year (I was SO proud of it!) but for very good reason-- I welcomed another baby girl on April 21st, Mae Elizabeth, and she is just an absolute dream! In this episode, I share all about planning for a maternity leave while being a mom business owner - what worked, what didn't, and what I've learned doing this a few times now. I know for me it's always been very helpful to learn how other mom entrepreneurs prepare their businesses and...2021-06-2521 min
The AMPLIFY Show5 Reasons to Create a Digital Product or CourseWell, I’m still waiting on baby #3 to arrive, so I decided to “birth” one more podcast episode before I take a short break from the show for maternity leave! Today I’m talking about why you should create a digital product or course. This episode applies if you have a service-based business like I do, if you’re a doctor or consultant, or even if you own a local, brick and mortar business. Obviously, the online space for business has grown immensely this past year. People are more comfortable than ever handing over their money to le...2021-04-1210 min
The AMPLIFY ShowHow To Quit Procrastinating And Get Stuff DoneWe all have those things that are on our to-do list that get carried over week to week to week, or into the month, or even into the next year. In today’s episode, I’m sharing all about how to finally stop procrastinating on those things and how to GET STUFF DONE! You know the saying, “if you want something done, ask a busy person to do it?” Well, I think you could also say “if you want something done, ask a pregnant woman to do it!” I’m just a couple weeks out from...2021-03-3118 min
The AMPLIFY ShowHarnessing the Power of Your Anxiety with Dr. Chloe CarmichaelIf you’re a high performer, and I’m guessing you are, you’ve probably achieved a good amount of success but still find yourself feeling a sense of lack, or unhappiness. If so, then this episode is for you. Today I’m talking with Dr. Chloe Carmichael, the author of the new book (out this month) called Nervous Energy: Harness the Power of Your Anxiety. She holds a doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Long Island University, and her practice focuses on stress management, relationship issues, and self-esteem. We talk about how I’ve always f...2021-03-1916 min
The AMPLIFY ShowMotherhood, Purpose, & Inventing Diapertainment with Missy NarulaMy guest on the show today is the founder and CEO of Exhale Parent, a company focused on legal and financial tools for new parents. Missy Narula is also the inventor behind Diapertainment and one of my clients with HAPPY PR. We recently did publicity for Diapertainment, her innovative parenting solution for squirmy diaper changes. We chat about the juggle with home and work that moms have had during Covid, creating a physical product to solve a simple, everyday problem that parents deal with, and the biggest thing that holds entrepreneurs back from launching. Tune i...2021-03-1118 min
The AMPLIFY ShowThe Common Path To Uncommon Success With John Lee Dumas of Entrepreneurs on FireToday on the show I’m talking with John Lee Dumas, the award winning host of Entrepreneurs on Fire. I’ve had JLD on the show before, and I’ve been on his podcast. I call JLD the godfather of podcasting because he was one of the first to really focus on the entrepreneur niche in podcasts. Today John and I talk about his newest book The Common Path to Uncommon Success. As someone who has interviewed thousands of high-achievers, you can bet he’s learned a few things about carving the uncommon path. I always en...2021-03-0523 min
The AMPLIFY ShowThe Business Value of Community with Katya LibinToday I’m talking with Katya Libin, the CEO and co-founder of HeyMama and one of the Center for Women & Wealth's 20 most inspiring women to watch out for in 2020. HeyMama is a private online community of entrepreneurial and working moms from around the globe. Katya talks about how she started HeyMama, her background and moving to the US when she was 3, and we talk about the importance of community- both in business and personally. I’m excited to be hosting a workshop for the HeyMama community next week all about how to get featured in the me...2021-02-2421 min
The AMPLIFY ShowPregnancy, COVID & Business with Gold Coast DoulasIt’s hard to believe it’s been nearly a year since I took my business, HAPPY PR, all remote. Like so many other businesses, our in-person team started working from home, and we’ve decided to stay that way. Today I’m diving more into the transition of running an in-person, service-based business to an online business model and how you can optimize it for success. Switching from an in-person business model to online isn’t just a matter of throwing a couple widgets on your website. Not only do you have to think about how to create t...2021-02-1720 min
The AMPLIFY ShowStay Visible Online While Being Present in LifeIn today’s episode, I’m talking about the fine balance in being visible online while still being present in LIFE. As an entrepreneur, being visible online and having a brand presence on social media is important. At the same time, social media and attachment to our devices are changing the way we live, think, and feel. They’re distracting us from living present, mindful lives. As a mom who has been home with kids more this past year, it’s become extra difficult to find balance. When I started embarking on this journey for...2021-02-1119 min
The AMPLIFY ShowFinding Freedom with Social Detox, Digital Minimalism & VacationWhen this episode goes live, I’ll be in the middle of my longest “unplugged” vacation yet. Unplugged for me means not traveling with a laptop or having to work more than a few check-ins here & there. While I do keep an eye on emails, I don’t feel the need to respond to anything that is not urgent. Other than checking in with my team occasionally, I don’t have any obligations other than enjoying time with my family, resting, reading, and giving my mind space to freely think without an agenda. So, I suppose it’s not 100 percent unpl...2021-02-0307 min
The AMPLIFY ShowCreate More Happiness by Asking These Three QuestionsWe’re finishing up the first month of the new year, which is always a great time to reflect on annual goals or resolutions. But today, I’m going to take a micro-approach to goal setting. It’s great to keep your big annual goals in mind, but these get far more attention and glory than small habits and changes. I’m believing more and more that it’s the daily stresses and joys that ultimately impact our lives, even more than the big, lofty goals. I created a monthly review process last year- really from a place of de...2021-01-2715 min
The AMPLIFY ShowPlan Your Week Using Monday Hour One With Lauren Cash From The Life Coach SchoolIf you’re looking for a more efficient way to get all of your ideas and to-dos out of your head and into a streamlined plan, then today’s podcast is for you. I’m interviewing Lauren Cash, the co-founder of “Monday Hour One.” I first learned about this planning strategy from the Life Coach School with Brooke Castillo, and I’m always interested in trying new ways to develop efficiencies in my daily and weekly planning to better juggle all the things in business, motherhood, and life. What I love most about Monday Hour One is that...2021-01-2121 min
The AMPLIFY ShowThe Success-Energy Equation & Creating the Life You Want with Michelle CederbergIt’s going on three weeks into the new year, and I want to remind you that no matter what you started the year with, it’s not too late to start over or hop back on the train. This is your little new year’s pep talk because statistically, this is where people start falling off those goals and start letting the mundane of a new year settle in. So that’s your reminder. Keep at it; keep pursuing your goals! Today, to help you keep going, I have an interview with Michelle Cederberg, professional speaker and best...2021-01-1520 min
The AMPLIFY ShowGoals, Habits & journaling for the New YearHappy New Year! I don’t know about you, but there is something about a fresh start that really motivates me. Typically I’m a big “January 1” starter of new goals or resolutions, but this year feels different. Mid-last year in 2020 I started focusing on creating habits- daily routines and tasks that challenged me and made me a stronger person- both mentally and physically. I started tracking these habits on a daily basis and it had a profound impact on my life. So this year, as January 1 approached, I didn’t feel a big need to...2021-01-0612 min
The AMPLIFY ShowA Look Back at 2020 & the Top 10 Resources That Impacted Me and My BusinessHappy almost new year! In today’s episode, I’m taking a look back at the epic year of 2020 and all the twists, turns, failures, and achievements. The first 10 minutes or so, I share a look back at the year that started with earning a “2 Comma Club” award at Funnel Hacking Live for earning more than one million dollars in one of our funnels. And then, spoiler alert, just a couple months later, our monthly recurring revenue was wiped out 80% during COVID shutdowns. I talk about the breakdown and rebuild of my agency as well as a lot...2020-12-2919 min
The AMPLIFY Show“Embrace the Suck” and Create Constraint to Change Your Life, with Navy SEAL & Author Brent GleesonUse constraint and self-manufactured challenges as a way to create freedom, happiness, and resilience. With the new year on the horizon, we can all probably use a little more mental fortitude, resilience, and strong habits. In this episode, I’m sharing the unique ways I’ve created more of these by using the concept of manufactured hardship or constraint -- and how it helped turn a challenging year (hello, 2020!) around for me in a really profound way. Some of the resources I share include my deep dive into Stoic philosophy, starting the 75 Hard Challenge while pregnan...2020-12-2121 min
The AMPLIFY Show8 Lessons I’ve Learned after 8 Years in Business2020 has been a whirlwind of a year for many reasons- so much so, that I almost missed recognizing the eighth anniversary of when I launched my business! Eight years ago in November, I quit my dream job as a TV news reporter and started a public relations agency, Richett Media, which I rebranded to HAPPY PR a couple of years ago. You know the saying about how most people overestimate what they can accomplish in a year and underestimate what they can accomplish in 10 years? My eight years in business proves this to be so tr...2020-12-0225 min
The AMPLIFY ShowCreating Business and Personal Momentum Through Crisis with Alex CharfenThis is going to be a really different interview today with someone I deeply admire. He’s been my business coach for a couple years, he’s an author, and a mentor for fast-growth businesses. My guest is Alex Charfen. I’ve had him on the show before but today will be a bit different. Alex ends up interviewing me more than I interview him, as we dive into the steps I took to transition my business during COVID and how I came out stronger on the other side. I applied a lot of what I learn...2020-10-0150 min
The AMPLIFY ShowDeclutter to Simplify & Amplify Your Life with Allie CasazzaIn this episode of The AMPLIFY Show, I’m chatting with Allie Casazza, the Life Minimalist, host of the Purpose Show, and author of the upcoming book, Declutter Like a Mother. I found Allie on Instagram, and her life mission to help moms find joy, simplicity, and ease in motherhood immediately resonated with me. Especially because she’s running a fast-growth business and homeschooling her children at the same time. In this episode, you’ll learn about Allie’s business, how she structures her team, how she organizes her schedule, and strategies for keeping your life inten...2020-09-1734 min
The AMPLIFY ShowKeep Winning: Business Through a Pandemic with Vincent McintoshIn this episode of The AMPLIFY Show, I’m chatting with Vincent Mcintosh, the 23-year-old owner of Irie Kitchen here in West Michigan. Vince opened his restaurant at age 19, and you’ll hear more about how being an entrepreneur is just part of his DNA. We also talk about being a restaurant owner during a pandemic, our shared traits as Enneagram 3s, and the merits of crunchy versus creamy peanut butter. He’s launching a mastermind this fall with Liz over at the Lemon Bowl, with whom he also hosts the Irie Lemon Podcast. If you...2020-09-1034 min
The AMPLIFY ShowRebuilding with Purpose & Clarity to Create the Life & Business You Love: My interview on the Irie Lemon PodcastToday’s episode is a bit different than usual. I’m sharing an update on how my business and life have changed significantly since COVID-19. I talk about rebuilding my public relations agency with intention after three challenging months, where 80% of my business was wiped out. I also share some of my biggest takeaways in overcoming these obstacles. Then I’m sharing a replay of my conversation on the Irie Lemon Podcast with Liz Della Croce and Vincent Mcintosh, which happened when I was in the middle of this huge transition. Listen for more about why do...2020-09-011h 40
The AMPLIFY ShowHow To Align Your Finances With The Lifestyle You Desire with Tara Jones-WilliamsonIn this episode of The AMPLIFY Show, I’m chatting with Tara Jones-Williamson, the founder, CEO, and success coach of Your Pretty Pennies. I first met Tara a few years ago when we sat on a panel together for Ladies Get Paid, and we instantly connected. She is so inspiring to me, not only as a businesswoman, but as a woman. Tara learned about personal finance out of necessity as a single mom trying to make ends meet. Not only was she able to triple her salary and start her own business, but now she helps other wom...2020-08-0651 min
Archive 2 of Momentum for the Entrepreneurial Personality Type (EPT)526 - Breaking Through with Emily RichettAs an entrepreneur, if you’ve ever felt like you couldn’t get the help you need and you were never going to break through to finally not doing everything yourself, you’re not alone. So many of us have been there, just like our guest for today. In this podcast, we interview one of our Billionaire Code Accelerator clients, Emily Richett. She’s going to share with us how she’s grown her business faster than she ever thought possible, built a team she never thought she’d have, and the impact it’s had on her life. Resources ment...2020-08-0622 min
The AMPLIFY ShowHow to Use Journaling to Manifest Confidence & Find Clarity with Rachel LunaToday on The AMPLIFY Show, I’m chatting with Rachel Luna, an international speaker, bestselling author, podcast host, former US Marine, cancer thriver, and the chief confidence creator at RachelLuna.biz. Rachel has an incredible backstory. She has overcome so many obstacles, and yet she still radiates positivity. I wanted to know about her mindset, how she got to where she was, and how she uses journaling as a tool for self-awareness, clarity, and confidence. I hope you’ll take as much from Rachel as I did. You can find her journaling tips, book, podcast, and...2020-07-1642 min
The AMPLIFY ShowThe Business of Blogging & Influence: 10 Years of The Lemon BowlOn today’s episode of The AMPLIFY Show, I chat with Liz Della Croce, a food, travel, lifestyle blogger who just celebrated the 10 year anniversary of her blog, The Lemon Bowl. Liz was in the blogging game before people were really monetizing it, so she has some great insight into how the blogging and influencer industries have changed in the last decade. We also talk about how we’ve weathered the COVID storm, as we both had to take on homeschooling while running our businesses. (Spoiler: while my business tanked at first, Liz saw an explosion on her w...2020-07-0830 min
The AMPLIFY ShowPurpose through Tragedy, Comedy through Life With Adam Cayton-HollandOn today’s episode of The AMPLIFY Show, I chat with Adam Cayton-Holland, a nationally touring comedian and the author of Tragedy Plus Time: A Tragi-comic Memoir. I saw Adam’s live show during Laughfest, a comedy festival that is held annually in Grand Rapids to raise money for Gilda’s Club (a wonderful organization that helps people dealing with grief and cancer). It was my last “normal” outing with the HAPPY PR team before we switched to remote because of COVID-19. As expected, the show was very impactful. It was a comedy, yet Adam addressed re...2020-06-1125 min
The AMPLIFY ShowHow to Plan & Stay Productive During Challenging Times With Erin CondrenOn this episode of The Amplify Show, I talk all things productivity with Erin Condren, Founder and Chief Creative Officer of Erin Condren Design. In an age where technology and social media have infiltrated every aspect of life, Erin took a chance on paper products to make every day a bit more organized, stylish, and colorful. Since founding her company from her children's playroom in 2005, Erin Condren designs on-trend and customized organization products, from planners and notebooks to home and office organizers. Each product is intentionally crafted to serve a purpose: to help customers achieve their goals a...2020-06-0227 min
The AMPLIFY ShowHow To Release Limiting Beliefs and Start Thinking Like A Boss With Kate CroccoToday on The Amplify Show, I’m chatting with Kate Crocco, author of the newly released "Thinking Like A Boss" and confidence + mindset coach. This timely interview turned into a conversation where we both talk about mindset and business changes during the pandemic, challenges we’re facing as parents, and the lies we tell ourselves as business owners. Kate also offers some incredible insight on finding your identity outside of your business and how to look forward instead of dwelling on the past. Find more helpful advice in Kate’s book, “Thinking Like A Boss: Uncover a...2020-05-1131 min
The AMPLIFY ShowReinventing False Lashes and Disrupting the Beauty Industry With Katy StokaThere are entrepreneurs, who create and run businesses, and then there are inventors, who go through the painstaking process to come up with a new product and then spend significant time and resources to bring it to life. In this episode of The Amplify Show, I’m talking with Katy Stoka, the inventor behind One Two Lash®, the world’s first magnetic lashes. I’ve been a fan of these for a couple of years now - I love the ease of magnetic lashes before media appearances. And after being home for a couple months, these have been esp...2020-05-0522 min
The AMPLIFY ShowGrowing During Challenges And Other ‘Traffic Secrets’ With Russell BrunsonIn the midst of a crisis, some industries are crippled, while others are staying afloat and even thriving. Today’s guest is none other than one of the top Internet marketers and the co-founder of ClickFunnels, the fastest growing SaaS company in the world. Russell Brunson is also a best-selling author and his latest book Traffic Secrets just launched. As you probably know by now, I’m a huge fan of ClickFunnels- I’ve been a user of the software for more than 3 years. I also have been in one of Russell’s coaching or mentoring programs for the...2020-04-2019 min
The AMPLIFY ShowMarketing with Connection, Authenticity, and Vulnerability with Natalie HodsonI’m always trying to find ways to live a more authentic life. As entrepreneurs, this can be especially hard because we feel we have to wear different masks: the “leader” at work, the “caretaker” at home, the strong one, the funny one, the “figure it out” one. If we’re not careful, we end up building businesses or communities that we don’t really feel a connection to because we did not build them from a place of authenticity and vulnerability. On this episode of The Amplify Show, I talk with Natalie Hodson. I’ve known her for a couple year...2020-04-1042 min
The AMPLIFY ShowFinding Joy in Simplicity in Business & Life with Courtney CarverToday’s lifestyle of overwhelm doesn’t have to be your lifestyle. My guest on the podcast is author and entrepreneur Courtney Carver of Be More With Less. She is sharing her journey from overworked, drowning in debt, and overwhelmed with stress to a stream-lined, minimalist, healthier life. She tells us how her body finally said, “enough”; when illness stopped her in her tracks, she realized it was time to change her life completely. She’s sharing wisdom and practical advice for how to reduce stress and live the lives we truly want. “Our bodies remember; the...2020-02-0627 min
The AMPLIFY ShowCreating Abundance and Crushing Sales with Myron GoldenWe all sell. Whether you are in sales as a profession or you’re trying to convince your kid to clean their room, we all sell at some point in our lives. My guest for this podcast interview is Myron Golden; he knows sales and he knows adversity. He has gone from broke to living the life of his dreams, and he has the wisdom and tangible advice to help you turn your passion into profit. The name of his book, “From the Trash Man to the Cash Man,” says it all. Whether you are a business owner...2020-01-0909 min
The AMPLIFY ShowFrom Broke to INC's Fastest-Growing Business with Brandon PoulinIn this interview I’m talking to Brandon Poulin, CEO and co-founder of LadyBoss. A serial entrepreneur since age 17, Brandon lead LadyBoss to impact 250,000 customer lives and generate over 60 Million in revenue by the time he was 25. In our interview on this episode of The Amplify Show, Brandon is sharing tactics that helped him and his wife and co-founder go from broke to #4 on the Inc. 500 list. He also shares about his philosophy for growth and what to get emotional about when it comes to business. Topics discussed with Brandon Poulin on this episode of The...2020-01-0209 min