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Books With Your BestiesThis Book Will Bury Me and The Idaho MurdersSend us a textThe Idaho murders. Listen in on our review and key takeaways from This Book Will Bury Me by Ashley Winstead. FULL spoilers. 0:00-1:00 Initial Review 1:00-2:00 Was it a tad too much grief related content?3:30 What did we anticipate happening that would have ruined this book for us.5:00 The controversy surrounding this book 7:00 What is our beef with the Idaho murders8:30 Our college experience 11:00 Emily explains Theory of Mind (https://en.wikipedia.org/wi...2025-05-0931 min
Enlightening MotherhoodEp149 - How I Stopped Yelling and Started Connecting With My Neurodivergent KidsEver found yourself sobbing on the bathroom floor after a morning filled with meltdowns—your kid’s and your own—and thinking, “I can’t do this anymore”?In this episode, Emily Hamblin gets painfully honest about a moment that broke her—and became the turning point for everything that followed. You’ll hear:✨ A real, raw look at what it feels like to lose it as a mom✨ Why “normal” parenting advice didn’t work—and what finally did✨ What it actually takes to shift from reacting to responding, from chaos to calm💛 Connect with Emily and grab your free conflict resolution car...2025-05-0512 min
Riveo Impact LabLeading with Authenticity and Action : Ashley Brundage’s Mission to Empower DifferencesWhat does it look like to lead with authenticity—and build power by embracing what makes you different?In this episode of Riveo Impact Lab, co-hosts Elin Barton and Emily Adams sit down with Ashley Brundage, author, speaker, and the first transgender person to win any election in Florida. From navigating homelessness to founding a leadership company and running for state office, Ashley shares her powerful story of resilience and impact.Tune in as we discuss:How Ashley built her four-step empowerment modelThe data behind her DEI work—and why tracking outcomes mattersWhat it mean...2025-05-0558 min
Books With Your BestiesJustice for Abby and Libby - The Delphi Murders Part ISend us a textJustice for Abby and Libby: In 2017, the small town of Delphi, Indiana was shaken by the tragic murders of 13-year-old Abigail Williams and 14-year-old Liberty German. Their memory lives on as the pursuit of truth and justice continues. Find the rest of this episode (and an upcoming part II) at patreon.com/thcreepybookclubSupport the showSubscribe on our patreon for weekly content, early access to episodes, one true crime episode per month and behind the scenes content at https://www.patreon.com/thecreepybookclubFollow us on...2025-05-0210 min
Books With Your BestiesKyron Horman - Missing since 06/04/2010Send us a textAs we decided to begin offering one true crime case per month to our VIP Patreon members we knew we needed to start with the Kyron Horman case because it is local to us (Oregon) and still unsolved. After days of research and recording we quickly realized this particular episode cannot be kept only for our VIPs, it would be doing a disservice to Kyron. We are choosing to release it publicly in hopes it will continue to shed a light on finding Kyron. Please see the rest of the links and sources...2025-04-2546 minEnlightening MotherhoodEp148 - Supporting Neurodivergent Kids in an Overstimulating WorldSo many parents feel overwhelmed, overstimulated, and like they’re barely holding it together — especially when raising a neurodivergent child in a world that wasn’t built for their nervous system.It’s not just hard — it’s exhausting. And traditional parenting advice often misses the mark.In this episode, I sit down with Sarah Boyd of Resilient Little Hearts to talk about what it means to build an emotionally healthy family when the world feels too loud. We unpack how to work with your nervous system (and your child’s), not against it — and how t...2025-04-2137 min
Books With Your BestiesStrange Sally Diamond and Jaycee Lee DugardSend us a textDid anyone else think about the Jaycee Dugard case while reading Strange Sally Diamond? Tune in to our most recent episode to hear our thoughts on this outstanding book and Emily's take on the similarities with the Jaycee Dugard case. Stay tuned for our interview with the author which will be shared next week. TW: Cremation, Corpse Abuse, Rape, Kidnapping, Domestic Violence, Basically all of them0:00-1:00 intro1:00-5:00 First 4 pages of the book - why did Sally try to cremate her own father5:00 Is t...2025-04-1839 min
Books With Your BestiesAsk Us AnythingSend us a textThe episode you asked for! Ask us anything from politics, to religion, to love languages, to books we DNF. No show notes because we want you to be surprised. To prepare for the next few weeks make sure to read:Strange Sally Diamond By Liz NugentThe Quiet Librarian by Allen EskensThis Book Will Bury Me by Ashley Winstead Snag your copies here! https://www.amazon.com/shop/thecreepybookclubhttps://www.thecreepybookclub.com/Support the show2025-04-1137 minEnlightening MotherhoodEp147 - Finding Time for Neurodivergent Kids’ Big EmotionsFeeling stretched thin but still want to help your neurodivergent child with emotional regulation? You’re not alone! Amidst all the daily chaos of parenting, finding time to support your child’s big emotions can feel impossible. But what if just a few minutes a week could make a real difference?In this episode, Emily Hamblin and co-host Ashley Schultz share simple, low-effort strategies to help your child practice emotional regulation—even if you’re incredibly busy. Ashley, a mom of five neurodivergent kids, explains how she fits emotional intelligence tools into her packed schedule...2025-04-1124 min
Books With Your BestiesThe Women by Kristin HannahSend us a textOnly weirdos like us see The Women by Kristin Hannah as a palette cleanser.Show notes:0:00-2:00 Intro2:00-4:00 Intro to the characters and gender role chat4:30 The way Frankie's dad discounted her service5:00 Barb and Ethel and how women show up for one another6:00-7:30 The setting, the smells8:00 Interview with a nurse who had experience in Vietnam9:00 Letters to the soldiers parents and how Vietnam wasn't that long ago11:00 Types of death from...2025-04-0442 minEnlightening MotherhoodEp146 - SPD: Sensory Processing Differences & Kids' Emotions🎧 Understanding Sensory Processing & Emotional Regulation in KidsEver wonder why some kids get overwhelmed in noisy places—while others may seek out loud music, rough play, or tight squeezes?Sensory processing plays a huge role in our kids' emotions and behavior, often in ways we don’t even realize. In this episode of the Enlightening Motherhood podcast, host Emily Hamblin sits down with Carrie Carman & Jen Papasodoro, the OT Parent Coaches, to explore sensory processing differences—what they are, how they impact children’s emotions, and what parents can do to help.Whether you're pare...2025-03-2848 min
Books With Your BestiesA Killing Cold By Kate Alice Marshall and a discussion on the ultra wealthySend us a textA full spoiler discussion on A Killing Cold By Kate Marshall and a bigger discussion on religion, the ultra wealthy and the Murdaugh family. TW: Abortion, suicide, murder, child abuse 0:00-2:00 Basic review and the setting3:00 Theo's back story and meeting Connor4:00 The non twist twist4:30 The abortion story and religion5:30-7:30 Are we christians? No love like Christian hate 8:00 Why doesn't Ashley know how to read books?9:00 Theo as a smart and strong female character12...2025-03-2134 min
Books With Your BestiesPart 2- The Idaho Follow Up EpisodeSend us a textToday we drop part II of our "what happened at the Idaho town hall?" episode where we answer your questions and respond to your comments0:00-2:00 Ashley's Idaho story3:00-4:00 Introduction to today's episode and Emily's thoughts4:00 What is one of Emily's biggest pet peeves4:30 Idaho murder documentary7:00 Fight/flight/freeze and that is "just Northern Idaho"10:00 Hate comments13:00 "If you just follow the rules"14:00 A personal story from the event17:00 The power of fear2025-03-1434 minEnlightening MotherhoodEp145 - How the Nervous System Affects Kids & ParentsEver wonder why you or your child struggle with stress, meltdowns, or big emotions? It all comes down to the nervous system—the control center for how we think, feel, and react.In this episode of Enlightening Motherhood, neurodivergent parent coach Emily Hamblin sits down with nervous system coach Leah Davidson to explore how our nervous system influences parenting, kids’ behavior, and emotional regulation—especially in neurodivergent families.Understanding how the nervous system works can transform your parenting journey—helping you feel calmer, more connected, and more in control.🔗 Connect with Emily...2025-03-1428 min
Books With Your BestiesPart 1 The - "Why Didn't Anyone Help Her?" Idaho episode.Send us a textEmily and Ashley get into the "why didn't anyone help her" event in Idaho and the bystander effect. We encourage you to listen to this episode and share it with a friend. We are better together, especially as women.Please head to the chat and ask your questions and drop comments for a follow up episodeTW: Violence, Domestic Violence https://www.patreon.com/chats/184564adfbce4c188055f0d32897533aShow notes: 0:00-1:00 Intro 1:00 Ashley’s favorite current tikto...2025-03-0740 min
Books With Your BestiesWhy do women hate women?Send us a textHi friends, 0:00-10:00 Have all the spoilers for the book night watching so fast forward through that if you haven't read it, minutes 10- end get into way bigger societal topics about why women aren't listened to. Show Notes:0:00-4:00 Introduction to Night Watching and being scared 4:00 https://www.instagram.com/tsierraauthor/?hl=en (diagram) 5:00 Did the characters have names? 6:00 Where did they hide? 7:00 What happened to the husband?8:00 Why don't we believe women? 9:00 The ride Tracy took u...2025-02-2847 minEnlightening MotherhoodEp144 - Helping Neurodivergent Kids with SleepMost parents of neurodivergent children have tried every generic sleep solution—only to find little success. The truth is, traditional sleep methods often fall short for kids with autism, ADHD, or anxiety. These kids need a different approach, and that’s exactly what we’re here to share with you.Join host Emily Hamblin and sleep specialist Lindsay Clark (autism, anxiety & PDA specialist) as we break down why typical sleep advice doesn’t work for neurodivergent children and how you can finally help your child get the rest they need. Together, we'll address tricky topics such as night wa...2025-02-2851 min
Books With Your BestiesCelisia Stanton sits down with Emily and AshleySend us a textPlug in and listen to our get to know you interview with the host of Truer Crime, Celisia Stanton. How did being the victim of a crime help catapult her into the podcasting space and what else does she want us to know about her (other than how much she loves her cats). We feel incredibly lucky she chose to spend nearly an hour with us. Please follow her social media accounts and be sure to rate and review Truer Crime. Show Notes: Introduction Who is Celisia 2025-02-2131 min
Books With Your Besties2025 Retreat RundownSend us a textOur 2025 Retreat is over and we are here with the rundown! If you came to retreat hopefully this will make you smile! If you couldn't make it this year hopefully you will listen in, see what it is like day to day and join us in 2026! Show notes:0:00-2:00 Getting to AZ2:00- 7:30 Wednesday: Books, Scary Nail Salon, Perimenopause brain and forgetting items8:00-11:00 Thursday: Author arrival, Poisoned Pen, Heather's sisters11:45-14:00 Friday - Reception14:00 Thank you to our sponsors (see li...2025-02-1440 minEnlightening MotherhoodEp143 - A Superpower For Emotional HealingWhat do you do when life throws you a curveball? How do you stay emotionally strong in the face of unexpected challenges?
In this episode, Emily shares a personal story about a traumatic experience that taught her an incredible lesson. It wasn’t easy, but the surprising takeaway has helped her navigate hard moments with more peace and emotional strength—not just for herself, but for her kids too.
If you’re parenting neurodivergent or big-emotion kids, or if you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by life’s challenges, this is for you. Learn how...2025-02-1409 min
Books With Your BestiesFalse Memories, Forgiveness and The Satanic Panic - Alice Sebold and Anthony BroadwaterSend us a textYou may know Alice Sebold as the author of The Lovely Bones but you may not know the story of Alice and Anthony. Anthony Broadwater was exonerated in the 1981 rape of Ms.Sebold. Listen to the Truer Crime Season 2 episode 3 for all of the details on the case. Today Emily and Ashley chat about the bigger themes of her episode...False Memories, Forgiveness and The Satanic Panic. Thank you for listening. TW: SA, Abuse, Child Abuse, Murder Show notes:0:00-1:00 intro 1:00-4:00 An Overview of...2025-01-3148 minEnlightening MotherhoodEp142 - Reframing How Parents See Neurodivergent Kids’ Academic Struggles ~ with Scotti WeintraubAre academic struggles leaving you (or your kid!) feeling frustrated or helpless? You’re not alone.
In this episode of Enlightening Motherhood, host Emily Hamblin invites academic success coach Scotty Weintraub to share powerful strategies for reframing how parents think about their child’s school challenges.
Discover why mindset matters, how to lead with curiosity, and the surprising ways to turn academic struggles into strengths.
Whether your child is neurodivergent, struggles with big emotions, or just needs extra support, this conversation is packed with actionable tips to help you guide them toward success – on the...2025-01-3129 min