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Lovely Home Podcast | Home Management, Positive Mindset, Healthy Habits & Rhythms51 | Weekly Planning That Works: A Guilt-Free Guide for Christian Wives | Planning Routine, Christian Planner, Christian Homemaker, Christian Time Management , How to Plan Your WeekHEY LOVELY!
Are you a Christian homemaker craving a weekly planning routine that feels like peace, not pressure? In this episode of the Lovely Home Podcast, Evelyn invites you into her grace-filled planning system—a rhythm she's used for over three years to manage her home with intention, faith, and a whole lot of joy.
You'll learn:
How to create a faith-based planning system rooted in Scripture (hello, Philippians 4:8) 🌸
The power of Christian habit tracking to stay grounded in your identity as a daughter of God
Why time blocking for Christian women...2025-07-2831 minLovely Home Podcast | Home Management, Positive Mindset, Healthy Habits & Rhythms50 | Three Questions to ask Yourself to Plan Your Week | Time Management Tips | Habits & Routines | Overwhelmed WifeHEY LOVELY!
In today’s episode of the Lovely Home Podcast, Evelyn invites you to sit with her—literally outside in the warm Texas breeze—as she walks you through three powerful questions she asks herself every week during her planning ritual. These aren't just ordinary planning prompts. These are peace-producing, chaos-calming, heart-centering questions that help you step into your week with intention, grace, and a whole lot of Jesus.
Whether you plan by the hour or loosely list out your week, this episode is packed with encouragement and practical guidance to help you plan in pencil and gi...2025-07-2120 minLovely Home Podcast | Home Management, Positive Mindset, Healthy Habits & RhythmsBONUS | Clean and Reset Your Home With Me and Enjoy The Podcast's Birthday! | Cleaning House Motivation and Encouragement For Christian Homemaker WivesHEY lOVELY!
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Have you ever wanted to slow down and fall in love with your life again? ✨ In today’s episode of the Lovely Home Podcast, we’re talking all about how to romanticize your life through a biblical lens — not with trends or superficial self-love, but by embracing the beauty God placed all around you. From mood boards and summer bucket lists to soul-soothing dates with Jesus and childlike wonder, this episode is your invitation to live more fully, gratefully, and lovely.
💛 You’ll walk away with 7 practical ways to romanticize your daily life as a daughter of t...2025-06-1627 min
The Other Side Cycling PodcastThe Other Side Cycling Podcast Ep. 12 | What Hasn't Jeremy Dunn?This week, we're joined by none other than a legend of the bike industry, Jeremy Dunn, for an outdoor episode!If you've been following cycling at any point at all since the 2000s, you'll have come across this talented individual's work in some way or another. Jeremy's taken a really unconventional path through the industry-- from Harris Cyclery working with Sheldon Brown, making his mark with Rapha Continental, Specialized, and now cooking up projects with SMITH Optics. Ultimately, Jeremy's experience in the industry has led him here, to our lovely podcast.2025-06-131h 17Lovely Home Podcast | Home Management, Positive Mindset, Healthy Habits & Rhythms43 | Lovely Home Rhythms: The Secret to Having a Guilt Free Home | Encouragement for Christian Homemaker Wives | Habits, Routines, and Rhythms for the HomeHey lovely friend, welcome back to the Lovely Home Podcast! I’m your host, Evelyn—and today’s episode is going to breath of fresh life into the way you look at your home, your to-do list, and even that dishwasher that’s waiting to be unloaded.
We’re talking all about Lovely Home Rhythms—not rigid routines that burn you out, but grace-filled patterns that feel like a symphony unfolding in your everyday life. If you've ever felt stuck in guilt or just uninspired by the daily grind, this episode is your permission slip to make your home fe...2025-05-2626 minLovely Home Podcast | Home Management, Positive Mindset, Healthy Habits & Rhythms39 | Five Lovely Tips for Creating More Time With Jesus (Even in Your Busiest Seasons) | Healthy Habits for Christian Homemaker WivesWelcome to episode 39 of the Lovely Home Podcast! In this enlightening episode, host Evelyn explores five practical and heartfelt tips to help you create more time for daily devotion and a closer relationship with Jesus. This episode encourages listeners to embrace grace, detach from guilt, and recognize the value of spending time with the Savior, regardless of the time or place. Evelyn shares personal experiences and insights on establishing a fulfilling spiritual routine, tackling the fear of missing out, and using your senses to enhance your Jesus time. Get ready to transform your spiritual journey into a rewarding and...2025-04-2833 minLovely Home Podcast | Home Management, Positive Mindset, Healthy Habits & RhythmsDAY FOUR | Your H.O.M.E. Management System | Lovely Home Podcast Retreat | Home Cleaning Schedules, Time management for your home, Cleaning tips for the Christian Homemaker WifeWELCOME TO DAY FOUR OF THE LOVELY HOME PODCAST RETREAT!!
Today, we’re diving deep into the heart of home management—not as a one-size-fits-all approach, but as a personal, grace-filled journey designed for your unique season of life.
In this episode, we break down the HOME Management System:
✨ H - Honesty: Define your season and freely give grace.
✨ O - Observe: Notice your natural rhythms and habits.
✨ M - Manage: Identify the most manageable and motivating time to care for your home.
✨ E - Equip: Gather the tools, mindset, and resource...2025-03-1450 minLovely Home Podcast | Home Management, Positive Mindset, Healthy Habits & RhythmsDAY THREE | Can I Lovely Home Rhythms? | The Lovely Home Podcast Retreat, Habits, Rhythms and Routines for Christian Homemaker WivesWELCOME TO DAY THREE OF LOVELY HOME PODCAST RETREAT!!!
Join your host, Evelyn, as she explores the transformative power of rhythms, routines, and habits in creating a loving and grace-filled home. Dive into practical advice on how to establish morning and nighttime routines that reflect grace rather than guilt. Discover how to identify which habits truly serve you and your family, and learn the difference between routines and rhythms. This episode promises to equip you with the strategies needed to embrace a peaceful and Christ-focused home life. Plus, find out how to celebrate your personal growth while l...2025-03-1346 minLovely Home Podcast | Home Management, Positive Mindset, Healthy Habits & RhythmsDAY TWO | Say Goodbye to Mental Chaos and Hello to Peace | Lovely Home Podcast Retreat for Christian Homemaker Wives||| WELCOME TO DAY TWO OF THE LOVELY HOME PODCAST!!! |||
In this episode of the Lovely Home Podcast Retreat, we tackle the mental chaos that often disrupts our daily lives. Host Evelyn guides you through practical steps to attain peace in your mind, which ultimately reflects in your home. Dive into this discussion as we explore the power of grace as a foundational element for a serene living space. We'll also introduce you to strategies like identifying your personal season, creating a 'place of peace' in your home, and engaging in mindful self-talk to overcome negativity.
...2025-03-1254 minLovely Home Podcast | Home Management, Positive Mindset, Healthy Habits & RhythmsDAY ONE | How to Stop Going to Bed Guilty in Your Home | Lovely Home Podcast Retreat for Christian Homemaker WivesWELCOME TO THE LOVELY HOME PODCAST RETREAT!!!
In today's episode, we delve into the themes of grace and loveliness, exploring how we can shed feelings of guilt and embrace a more peaceful existence in our homes. As we kick off this five-day retreat, you'll discover how to integrate grace into your daily life and redefine expectations as a homemaker. Join host Evelyn as she shares her journey from unrealistic expectations to a more fulfilling marriage, highlighting the importance of partnering with faith to release the burden of self-imposed guilt. Don't miss the exciting giveaway details announced in...2025-03-1139 minLovely Home Podcast | Home Management, Positive Mindset, Healthy Habits & Rhythms34 | Unveiling What's to Come: The Lovely Home Podcast Retreat | What to Expect From the Lovely Home Podcast Retreat for Christian Homemaker WivesWelcome to this special episode of the Lovely Home Podcast! Join Evelyn as she unveils the exciting plans for our first-ever Lovely Home Podcast Retreat. Over the next five days, prepare for daily episodes designed to inspire and elevate your home-life balance. Expect insightful discussions on releasing guilt, creating lovely home rhythms, and managing your home with grace.
Listeners can engage with daily homework tasks shared in our Facebook group for a chance to win exciting giveaways, including a year supply of planners and a KitchenAid stand mixer. Be sure to follow along and take advantage of...2025-03-1020 minLovely Home Podcast | Home Management, Positive Mindset, Healthy Habits & Rhythms33 | Addressing The Devil's Lies Against Christian Homemakers Wives and How to Combat Them | How to Feel More Grace and Less Guilt in you HomeIn this episode, we explore the subtle ways guilt can creep into the lives of Christian homemaker wives through relentless comparisons, endless to-do lists, and spiritual condemnation. Discover how these tactics can undermine peace and purpose, making them feel inadequate in their roles.
We delve into insights from ChatGBT on both a devilish ploy to instill guilt and an angelic encouragement to embrace grace and rest in God’s love. Listen as we discuss the journey of overcoming guilt, focusing on Christ, and finding solace in community support. Be inspired to be a light for others, share ki...2025-03-0329 minLovely Home Podcast | Home Management, Positive Mindset, Healthy Habits & RhythmsBONUS | Reset Your Home For March: A Room by Room Guide to Cleaning Your Home | Cleaning Motivation, Monthly Planning, Home Hacks for Christian Homemaker WivesJoin Evelyn in this invigorating bonus episode of the Lovely Home Podcast as she guides you through the process of resetting your home for the month of March. This episode is a step-by-step companion for deep cleaning your bathrooms, kitchen, and bedroom, turning these spaces into serene sanctuaries.
Let Evelyn walk you through decluttering, scrubbing, and organizing, ensuring you start the month with a clean and peaceful environment. Grab your cleaning supplies, and let's make your home feel lovely and fresh. Plus, get a sneak peek into the exciting Lovely Home Podcast Retreat, and discover motivational reflections...2025-03-0150 minLovely Home Podcast | Home Management, Positive Mindset, Healthy Habits & Rhythms32 | 10 Winter Learnings: From Home Hacks to Personal GrowthWelcome to the Lovely Home Podcast, where we explore 10 insightful lessons learned over the past winter season. Join your host, Evelyn, as she shares personal experiences and practical tips on transforming chaos into order, the efficacy of her self-designed planner, and surprising preferences in everyday routines. Discover the art of organizing a new home, revamping a coffee habit, and finding budget-friendly shopping gems. Evelyn also dives into spiritual growth, fostering self-grace during Bible readings, and embracing the calming energies of a new social app. Throughout, there's a sense of warmth, humor, and genuine life advice. Whether it's optimizing vitamin...2025-02-2428 minLovely Home Podcast | Home Management, Positive Mindset, Healthy Habits & Rhythms31 | How to Stop Feeling Guilty While Resting | Practice Slowing Your Life Train With Grace DaysJoin Evelyn in this episode of the Lovely Home Podcast as she delves into the concept of 'Grace Days' - a day dedicated to rest without guilt. Discover how you can incorporate these restorative days into your routine to rejuvenate your mind and soul. Evelyn shares personal anecdotes, including the joy of welcoming a new puppy into her life and the excitement surrounding the upcoming Lovely Home Podcast retreat. Learn the importance of grounding yourself and compassionately assessing your energy levels, alongside tips for effective communication with your loved ones. This episode is a gentle reminder for women to...2025-02-1738 minLovely Home Podcast | Home Management, Positive Mindset, Healthy Habits & Rhythms30 | How to Silence the World's Influence and Discover Who You At Your Core | Healthy Mindset, Self Reflection, Self Love Tips For Christian Homemaker WivesIn episode 30 of the Lovely Home Podcast, Evelyn delves into the journey of self-discovery and identity. Many of us feel lost, unsure of who we are supposed to be in today's noisy world filled with influences. Evelyn offers practical tips on how to truly get to know yourself without external pressures.
Explore insightful methods to peel back the layers and discover what makes your heart sing, including revisiting childhood joys and creating a personal Pinterest board. Learn the value of a self-affirmations journal to help improve your mindset and embrace the unique person God designed you to...2025-02-1032 minLovely Home Podcast | Home Management, Positive Mindset, Healthy Habits & Rhythms24 | More Than Conquering | Author Chat and Deep Dive on How Crucial Learning to Surrender is With Caitlyn MentzelJoin us on the Lovely Home Podcast for a heartwarming conversation with Caitlyn Mentzel, our first-ever guest, who shares her remarkable journey to becoming a published author. Caitlyn reveals insights from her book, More Than Conquering a Season of Surrender, offering guidance for anyone navigating through life's varied seasons. As a podcast host, homemaker, and soon-to-be mom, Caitlyn opens up about the transformative power of surrendering fear, doubt, and insecurity to God.
In this episode, Caitlyn talks about the importance of trusting God's perfect plan and how we can find peace by focusing on who God says...2024-12-1638 minLovely Home Podcast | Home Management, Positive Mindset, Healthy Habits & Rhythms23 | Revamp Your Bathroom: Tips for a Lovely Home | Toilets, Cleaning Recipes, Home Management and more!Welcome back to the Lovely Home Podcast! In this episode, host Evelyn dives into the reasons behind her brief hiatus and then transitions into a topic we all deal with: bathroom cleaning. Discover a range of practical tips and homemade cleaner recipes to transform your bathroom from a mundane space into a lovely sanctuary. Evelyn shares her personal cleaning schedule and the routines that help keep her bathroom not just functional, but also an aesthetic haven. Whether it's organizing tips or cleaning hacks, this episode is filled with inspiration to help you love your bathroom. Join Evelyn as she...2024-12-1136 min
Lovely Book of the DayLovely Book of the Day for November 26November 26 – Little Women, by Louisa May Alcott (1868)Shop now at Amazon.com (affiliate link):https://amzn.to/48wRaSeWith Thanksgiving comes a long weekend where we might be able to sneak in extra reading time. Perhaps you’re returning home on a long plane or car ride; or snuggled safely in bed after eating a post-Thanksgiving breakfast with leftovers. It’s a great time to re-read Little Women, and if you read my pick from a few days ago, “March,” it may be interesting to revisit the work it’s based on. Little Wo...2024-11-2602 min
Lovely Book of the DayLovely Book of the Day for November 22November 22 - Company: The Radically Casual Art of Cooking for Others, by Amy Thielen (2023) Shop now at Amazon.com (affiliate link):https://amzn.to/3AfMFieThis is a cookbook, yes, but also a guide to hosting parties more effortlessly, more often, and more casually. I know that not everyone listening to this podcast enjoys hosting, or has the ability to. That’s totally ok. People who love hosting need other people to come to their parties, and that could be your role! Meanwhile, in “Company,” the 125 recipes inside are arranged into menus...2024-11-2203 min
Lovely Book of the DayLovely Book of the Day for November 15November 15 – March, by Geraldine Brooks (2005) Shop now at Amazon.com (affiliate link):https://amzn.to/3YChZBcThis fictional depiction of the Little Women March family’s patriarch won a Pulitzer Prize. It follows Mr. March (based on Louisa May Alcott’s father Bronson Alcott) as he leaves his family in Concord and joins the Union to fight against the Confederacy during the Civil War. Geraldine Brooks lives near a Civil War battlefield and was inspired to write the book after she found an antique Union soldier’s belt buckle in her yard...2024-11-1502 min
Lovely Book of the DayLovely Book of the Day for November 12November 12 - The Art of Gathering: How We Meet and Why It Matters, by Priya Parker (2020) Shop now at Amazon.com (affiliate link):https://amzn.to/4hiHEGhIt’s less than a couple weeks until Thanksgiving, and my thoughts turn to gatherings and celebrations. I think about the lonely people who aren’t invited to any gatherings, or who haven’t found their “people” yet. I have hosted hundreds of Meetups in a Seattle area social club, and always looked for new creative ideas besides just going out to Happy Hour, meeting up at a cafe...2024-11-1203 min
Lovely Book of the DayLovely Book of the Day for November 11November 11 – The Other Bennett Sister, by Janice Hadlow (2020) Shop now at Amazon.com (affiliate link):https://amzn.to/3YmbCAvHere’s a retelling of Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice, where the neglected middle sister Mary is portrayed as a frustrated intellectual with hopes and dreams of her own. I have a huge weakness for Pride and Prejudice retellings, and this is a nice cozy autumn read for a cold night spent with a mug of tea or cocoa by the fireplace. Mary meets a man, and must decide if he is the man fo...2024-11-1102 min
Lovely Book of the DayLovely Book of the Day November 6November 6 – Penelope in Retrograde, by Brooke Abrams (2023) Shop now at Amazon.com (affiliate link):https://amzn.to/4e7kyj4Welcome to our November 6 episode of The Lovely Book of the Day podcast! I’m your host Carrie, from the Lovely Living blog. I have another beautiful book suggestion for you on this blustery Wednesday.A romance writer who dabbles in astrology heads home for Thanksgiving, reluctantly. She plans to make amends with her estranged family. She’s opening a risky venture - a romance bookstore - and needs to ask help from h...2024-11-0603 min
Lovely Book of the DayLovely Book of the Day November 5November 5 - An American in Provence: Art, Life and Photography, by Jamie Beck (2022)Shop now at Amazon.com (affiliate link):https://amzn.to/40qD0AdWelcome to our fifth episode of The Lovely Book of the Day podcast! I’m your host Carrie, from the Lovely Living blog. I have another beautiful book suggestion for you today. It’s a busy Tuesday, a workday for many of us, so today I want to mention a book that we can just flip through and enjoy and not have to “finish” or commit to like s...2024-11-0502 min
Lovely Book of the DayLovely Book of the Day November 4November 4 - Connoisseur Kids: Etiquette, Manners, and Living Well for Parents and Their Little Ones, by Jennifer L. Scott (2019)https://amzn.to/48yLk2X (Affiliate link)Welcome to our fourth episode of The Lovely Book of the Day podcast! I’m your host Carrie, from the Lovely Living blog and Lovely Living University online classes website. I have another nice book suggestion for you today. Sometimes throughout this podcast, we recommend “self improvement” books or books meant to help you change your life in a positive direction. In this case, I wanted to reco...2024-11-0404 min
Lovely Book of the DayLovely Book of the Day November 3November 3 - Julie and Julia: 365 Days, 524 Recipes, 1 Tiny Apartment Kitchen, by Julie Powell (2005)Shop now at Amazon.com (affiliate link):https://amzn.to/3C1ogxz Welcome to our third episode of The Lovely Book of the Day podcast! I’m your host Carrie, from the Lovely Living blog and Lovely Living University online classes website. I have another nice book suggestion for you today. It’s a rainy autumn Saturday here in Seattle. I’m looking forward to doing some extra reading today. I’ve made a big pot of tea (blackcurra...2024-11-0303 min
Lovely Book of the DayLovely Book of the Day November 2November 2 - The Hygge Life: Embracing the Nordic Art of Coziness Through Recipes, Entertaining, Decorating, Simple Rituals, and Family Traditions, by Gunnar Karl Gislason (2017)Shop now at Amazon.com (affiliate link):https://amzn.to/3AeAJNIWelcome to our second episode of The Lovely Book of the Day podcast! I’m your host Carrie, from the Lovely Living blog and Lovely Living University online classes website. I have another nice book suggestion for you today. Autumn is here, with wet rainy days, cold dark nights, and chilly mornings. We can find wa...2024-11-0204 minLovely Home Podcast | Home Management, Positive Mindset, Healthy Habits & Rhythms15 | How to Prepare Your Home For Fall in the Most Lovely Way | Home Decorating, Seasonal Decorating, Home Rhythms for Christian Homemakers, Homemaking for WivesWelcome back to the Lovely Home Podcast! In today's episode, we're diving into all things fall and autumn. Join host Evelyn as she shares tips on how to approach the fall season gracefully and cost-effectively. Learn what Evelyn personally does to prepare for fall and discover how to create a cozy and lovely home without breaking the bank.
We'll discuss the importance of slowing down and embracing the season, just like the trees do. Evelyn will guide you through a unique method of decorating your home using a single inspirational photo that embodies how you want to...2024-09-2334 minLovely Home Podcast | Home Management, Positive Mindset, Healthy Habits & Rhythms8 | Happy One Month of Podcasting! Let's Chat About Lovely Homes and How YOU Can Have One | Habits, Routines & Rhythms for Christian Homemakers, Wifes, & MomsHAPPY ONE MONTH to the Lovely Home Podcast! I can't believe it has already been a month.
Let's chat about All Things Lovely and about our mission to helping YOU create your lovely home.
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Isn't It Lovely? PodcastS10:E5 Isn't it Lovely to Embrace Change? with Tara WestermanGIVEAWAY! Use code LOVELY20 for an exclusive 20% discount on Tara’s website! https://www.wandererongilchrist.com
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As Isn’t it Lovely? prepares for a podcast hiatus after 3 incredible years, there could be no more perfect guest to usher in this change of season than the fairy god-friend who started it all by originally introducing Tracy and Rachel over a decade ago: kindred spirit, entrepreneur, ranch wife and mother, and everyone’s big sister, Tara Westerman...2024-07-2541 minLovely Home Podcast | Home Management, Positive Mindset, Healthy Habits & Rhythms4| My Personal Lovely Home Rhythms | Healthy home rhythms, routines and habits for wives, moms, and homemakers.Welcome to the Lovely Home Podcast! In this episode, your host Evelyn dives deep into Her own personal rhythms and the 3 tools she uses that help her practice them each day. This episode is meant to serve as a guide for you to navigate how to look at your own day and figure out what YOUR Lovely Home Rhythms are.
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Here at...2024-07-0820 minLovely Home Podcast | Home Management, Positive Mindset, Healthy Habits & Rhythms1.5| Lovely Home Rhythms and How to go about creating them| Routines, Systems, Habits or Rhythms for Christian Women, Wives or Moms.Welcome to another episode of the Lovely Home Podcast, hosted by Evelyn! In this episode, we dive into the practical steps of creating lovely home rhythms that bring peace and joy to your daily life. If the last episode explained the 'why,' this one is all about the 'how.'
Evelyn shares personal stories and experiences, from struggling with overcomplicated routines to discovering the beauty of organic rhythms. She recommends five must-read books, including "The Lazy Genius" by Kendra Adachi and "Atomic Habits" by James Clear, to help you build habits that stick.
Learn...2024-07-0118 minLovely Home Podcast | Home Management, Positive Mindset, Healthy Habits & Rhythms1 | What are Lovely Home Rhythms and Why are They Crucial to Feeling Peace in Your Mind, Life and Home / Get to Know Me! | Routines, Systems, Habits or Rhythms for Christian Women, Wives & Moms.Welcome to the Lovely Home Podcast! I'm your host, Evelyn, and in today's episode, we will explore the concept of rhythms in our homes. We'll discuss what rhythms are, how to create them, and the differences between routines and rhythms. Understanding these differences can help reduce the stress and guilt often associated with maintaining a grace filled home.
Have you ever felt overwhelmed by trying to follow rigid routines? We'll delve into how focusing on rhythms, which are more outcome-oriented, can lead to a more peaceful and organized home. I'll share personal anecdotes and practical tips on...2024-07-0122 min
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2024-06-0802 minIsn't It Lovely? PodcastS10:E3 Isn't it Lovely to Get Back to the Roots of Health? with Roy ThompsonThe content of this podcast episode is for informational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your healthcare professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have.
It’s a celebration of health and nourishment quite literally from farm-to-table as Rachel and Tracy welcome regenerative farmer Roy Thompson to the show to discuss the healing power of food! With candor and sensitivity, Roy shares the ways his personal struggles with chronic illness, exhaustion, and discouragement led him to...2024-02-2343 min
Isn't It Lovely? PodcastS10:E1 Isn't it Lovely to Feel Seen? with Dr. Jody CarringtonCW: Adult Language
It’s a reconnection revolution as Rachel and Tracy welcome psychologist, speaker, and author Dr. Jody Carrington to the podcast for a dynamic conversation about counteracting humanity’s loneliness epidemic with empathy, emotional regulation, and Ram Dass’ simple, but powerful observation, “we are all just walking each other home.” Tracy and Jody examine specific ways to help various communities, from teachers and healthcare responders to law enforcement officers and children, lay down their trauma and work through it in healthy ways - and why it’s essential to seek context and exchange asking, “What is wrong with you?” for “Wha...2024-01-1648 min
The Happiest Hour On Earth: A Podcast for Disney FansBONUS Episode: Perfect Day at Disney as Young Parents (Featuring Market House Podcast!)Join us in this incredibly special bonus episode with our friends Caleb and Caitlyn from Market House Podcast as we chat about how we fell in love with Disney, our Disney favorites, and what a perfect day at Disneyland would look like as young parents!
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The Old World Lives! A Warhammer fantasy podcastWarhammer Fantasy Podcast Crossover Extravaganza with The Heardstone, Square Based, Old World Fanatics and The Old World LivesHello and welcome to this end-of-the-year bonus episode Warhammer Fantasy extravaganza!
In this episode Chris braves the perils of the darkest night (curse you 4 a.m) and joins members from the Old World Fanatics and Square Based for a Spectacular That Spanned The Globe* hosted (and cat-herded!) by Ryan (KugelFang52) of the Heardstone podcast!
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Isn't It Lovely? PodcastS9: E8 Isn't it Lovely to be a Grammy Award-Winning Artist? with Genevieve GoingsThere’s no business like show business as Tracy and Rachel sit down with Grammy Award-winning artist, writer, and producer Genevieve Goings to discuss her celebrated career spanning a starring role in Disney Junior’s Choo Choo Soul to teaching and coaching a new generation of dreamers to embrace their authenticity and discover their unique voices. Genevieve reflects on how her upbringing as the daughter of musicians demonstrated that following her passion was a viable career path and explores the ways that simply showing up as the best version of herself generated unique opportunities - including how her career began with...2023-12-1939 min
Isn't It Lovely? PodcastS9:E7 Isn't it Lovely to Support Loved Ones Through Addiction? with Janelle CampbellRachel and Tracy are honored to welcome Janelle Campbell to the show for an honest, hopeful conversation centered around drug and alcohol addiction and recovery. Currently a Loved One Coach at Face It TOGETHER (a non-profit organization that provides confidential, peer coaching for all those impacted by addiction), Janelle explores her motivation for giving up her previous career to devote herself to being the empathetic resource for others that she herself needed at the start of her journey. She also shares her own lived experience of addressing addiction in her own family and the life-changing intervention that led her to...2023-12-0131 min
Isn't It Lovely? PodcastS9:E6 Isn’t it Lovely to Get Past Your Past? with Jason VanRulerPrepare for a breakthrough as Tracy and Rachel are joined by licensed therapist, author, speaker, and coach Jason VanRuler to celebrate healing and healthy futures through a discussion of his new book Get Past Your Past: How Facing Your Broken Places Leads to True Connection. Through highlighting his own bouts with trauma, addiction, and healing; Jason offers listeners practical first steps when seeking therapy and explains the importance of facing, naming, and dealing with pain and grief. Jason and Tracy unpack current mental health trends, including the complex relationship between mental health accounts on social media and clinical diagnoses, as...2023-11-1728 min
Isn't It Lovely? PodcastS9: E5 Isn't it Lovely When You Want Others to Succeed? with Linda McMahon“It’s not how you fall, but it’s how you get back up.”
Rachel and Tracy are thrilled to welcome entrepreneur and former administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration Linda McMahon to Isn’t it Lovely? for the ultimate conversation about resilience, creating opportunities, the dignity of work…and a little something about transforming World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) from an idea dreamed up at a kitchen table into a multinational public company. With grace and candor, Linda discusses the ebb and flow of entrepreneurship, including a brush with bankruptcy that included car repossession and a house auction in the midst...2023-10-2335 min
Isn't It Lovely? PodcastS9:E2 Isn't it Lovely to Mentor Youth? with Bradyn MedranoThis episode is brought to you by Ignite Fitness Studio! Ignite is passionate about creating a space where everyone feels safe to bring their authentic selves, celebrating the beauty of diversity and believing that positive change must start from within! Check out Ignite at ignitefitness.studio or the MindBody App!
“These kids…we need to give them a voice…if we’re talking about empowering them, we’ve got to let them have a say so in it.”
In a first for the podcast, Isn’t it Lovely? literally races after Boys and Girls Clubs of the Sioux Empire’s Bradyn Medrano...2023-07-3138 min
Isn't It Lovely? PodcastS9:E1 Isn't it Lovely to Understand Intimacy & Sexual Health? with Dr. Laurie LandeenThis episode is brought to you by Ignite Fitness Studio! Ignite is passionate about creating a space where everyone feels safe to bring their authentic selves, celebrating the beauty of diversity and believing that positive change must start from within! Check out Ignite at ignitefitness.studio or the MindBody App!
CW: This episode contains sensitive subject matter, including conversation around intimacy and sexual health.
The content of this podcast episode is for informational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other...2023-07-1832 min
Isn't It Lovely? PodcastS8:E8 Isn't it Lovely What Your Body Can Do? with AshLeigh CookIt’s an unbeatable trifecta of energy, entrepreneurship, and encouragement as Tracy and Rachel welcome beloved local business owner and fitness instructor AshLeigh Cook to the podcast! AshLeigh shares how her lifelong love of physical activity led her to join a friend at the hot yoga classes that quite literally changed the trajectory of her life when the studio owner witnessed her passion and talent and urged her to pursue teacher training. AshLeigh explores the importance of physical activity and how it can be efficient and joyful, as well as the careful balance of celebrating health while changing the conversation ar...2023-06-2936 min
Isn't It Lovely? PodcastS8:E7 Isn't it Lovely to Design Your Life? with Rebekah Scott“I just want to be the one that says ‘yes, you can’…especially if it was a dream planted on your heart. It is a vision; it is God saying ‘you can do this!’”
Encouragement takes center stage this week as Rachel and Tracy welcome designer, entrepreneur, podcaster, and coach Rebekah Scott to the show! Appropriately christened The Encourager by her eponymous podcast, Rebekah brings her signature inspiration to the conversation, providing personal stories and practical tips for achieving balance and harmony between work and home, making dreams come true in the process. Rebekah explains the importance of time blocking and use of the...2023-06-1233 min
Isn't It Lovely? PodcastS8:E6 Isn’t it Lovely to Meet the Heart Behind Marketbeat? with Matt PaulsonSioux Falls-based entrepreneur and philanthropist Matt Paulson joins Isn’t it Lovely? this week to explore the intersection of business, faith, and community! Tracy and Rachel take copious notes as Matt shares his thoughts on everything from pendulum shifts in the workforce and the onset of a content recession to post-secondary educational trends and the rise of AI. Matt reveals the ways his unexpected foray into a theological seminary degree influenced his leadership style and expounds upon the impact his faith has had on his personal integrity, as well as the ways he conducts business and invests in the community. Tr...2023-05-3027 min
The Literary License PodcastSeason 6: Episode 303 - AMERICA GOES DARK: Lovely Bones (A Sebold/Film: 2009)Book: Lovely Bones
By Alice Sebold
Film: Lovely Bones (2009)
The Lovely Bones is a 2002 novel by American writer Alice Sebold. It is the story of a teenage girl who, after being raped and murdered, watches from her personal Heaven as her family and friends struggle to move on with their lives while she comes to terms with her own death. The novel received critical praise and became an instant bestseller. A film adaptation, directed by Peter Jackson, who personally purchased the rights, was released in 2009. The novel was also later ad...2023-05-141h 12
Isn't It Lovely? PodcastS8:E5 Isn't it Lovely to Connect with Your Native Culture? with Char Green-MaximoRachel and Tracy are delighted to welcome Char Green-Maximo, South Dakota Urban Indian Health’s Grant Project Manager, to the podcast for a conversation all about connection and culture! Char shares her passion for creating and promoting safe communities that inspire physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual wellness, as well as embracing and offering opportunities for healing and lifelong learning. She shares the importance of leaning into culture and connection as safeguards against unhealthy or risky behaviors, while celebrating the renewal of positive energy and refreshment of spirit that comes from consistent interactions with one another. Char also expands on the co...2023-05-0831 min
Isn't It Lovely? PodcastS8:E4 Isn't it Lovely to Manage Your Money? with Sarah KurtenbachIsn’t it Lovely? is all about the Benjamins this week as moveHer Money founder Sarah Kurtenbach joins Rachel and Tracy to discuss her passion for teaching girls and young women all things finance! Sarah shares her own personal story of going from a broke college graduate with a $25 weekly grocery budget to a vice president of a Fortune 500 media company while still in her mid-20s. She examines the finer points of the quote “luck is where preparedness meets opportunity”, emphasizing the power of networking, follow-through, and openness to unique possibilities, and also reveals the pivotal moment she knew it was...2023-04-2430 min
Isn't It Lovely? PodcastS8:E3 Isn't it Lovely to be Restored to Your True Worth? with Rebecca Mann KellyTracy and Rachel are thrilled to honor the changing seasons of spring and renewal by interviewing author Rebecca Mann Kelly! Rebecca’s new book Return to the Garden: Discovering God’s Original Design for Women offers a powerful invitation to all women to leave places where they are in bondage & captivity and be restored to their true identities. Part memoir, part call to action, Rebecca shares her personal experiences breaking free from damaging cycles of emotional abuse and people-pleasing to embrace the total freedom of being a beloved daughter of God. Encouraging a contextualization of modern misogyny, patriarchy, and feminism thro...2023-04-1040 min
Isn't It Lovely? PodcastS8:E2 Isn't it Lovely to Lead a City You Love? with Sioux Falls Mayor Paul TenHakenThis episode is brought to you by Ignite Fitness Studio! Ignite is passionate about creating a space where everyone feels safe to bring their authentic selves, celebrating the beauty of diversity and believing that positive change must start from within! Check out Ignite at ignitefitness.studio or the MindBody App!
It’s a celebration of leadership and local government as the Honorable Paul TenHaken takes a break from City Hall to join Tracy and Rachel for a behind-the-scenes honest take on what it is like to serve as the mayor of Sioux Falls, South Dakota! Paul speaks candidly about the re...2023-03-2035 min
Isn't It Lovely? PodcastS8:E1 Isn't it Lovely to Have Better Screen Time? with Andrea DavisIsn’t it Lovely? Season 8 kicks off with Tracy and Rachel welcoming longtime dream guest and founder of Better Screen Time Andrea Davis to the show! Leaving guilt, shame, and fear at the door, Andrea instead educates and empowers listeners with countless tools, resources, and strategies to create technology habits that optimize enjoyment of screens in healthy ways. Andrea encourages families to establish routines and expectations for technology by creating a family tech plan, understanding the motivation of the three Cs (creating, connecting, and consuming), and having candid conversations about the responsibilities and personal accountability that precede a child having a...2023-03-0650 min
Isn't It Lovely? PodcastS7:E8 Isn't it Lovely to be Heidi Calmus? with Heidi CalmusIsn’t it Lovely? celebrates the conclusion of season 7 with advocate, activist, and beloved YouTube personality Heidi Calmus joining Tracy and Rachel for a special supersized episode! Long before getting recognized for her roles in skits and sketches about parenthood and marriage on the popular Dude Dad vlog, Heidi’s compassion and empathy led her on a path to serve and support vulnerable youth and survivors of human trafficking and abuse through leadership positions with YMCA After School Programs, the Los Angeles Dream Center and Covenant House California. Heidi details how when online fame hit via Dude Dad’s success, she co...2023-02-131h 04
Isn't It Lovely? PodcastS7:E7 Isn't it Lovely When Peace Meets You? with Rebecca SwiftThe gray skies and subzero temperatures of a South Dakota winter are no match for the pure sunshine and light radiating from the studio as Tracy and Rachel welcome enormously talented multi-hyphenate with a heart of gold Rebecca Swift to the podcast! A singer-songwriter, illustrator, makeup artist, and more, Rebecca shares stories from her days as an American Idol contestant, viral makeup sensation, and social media maven, ultimately celebrating how living a life of authenticity and faith led her to be the best and brightest version of herself. Resting in the peace of being uniquely created and wholly loved, Rebecca...2023-01-3041 min
Isn't It Lovely? PodcastS7:E6 Isn’t it Lovely to be an NFL Wife and Have Your Own Thriving Career? with Stephanie HamTracy and Rachel are thrilled to ring in 2023 (and kick off their very first Zoom interview!) with a healthy dose of grace and inspiration from the delightful Stephanie Ham! Married to her Augustana University college sweetheart and Minnesota Vikings Fullback C.J. Ham (skol!), Steph shares how she followed her passion for serving others to earn a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree and engage in rewarding work as a pelvic floor therapist, while caring for three beautiful children and generously giving back to a variety of communities. Steph discusses the importance of true partnership and support in marriage, as well...2023-01-1031 min
Isn't It Lovely? PodcastS7:E4 Isn’t it Lovely to Dream Big & Strategically? with Desire Jansen“Givers gain. If I walk into everything that I do in life with that mentality I will give as much as I possibly can and know that nothing is lost.”
Get ready to dream BIG as Tracy and Rachel welcome beloved local artist, entrepreneur, and massive inspiration Desire Jansen to the podcast! Dez shares her secrets (and superpowers!) for living a life of purpose through pursuing huge dreams with focused goals, while also reflecting on the ways her action-packed life led her to better understand her identity, invest in herself, and transform her passions and hobbies into successful businesses. Dez reve...2022-12-0538 min
Isn't It Lovely? PodcastS7:E2 Isn't it Lovely to Have Honest Conversations? with Ryan Konz & Ben KrushCalling all Mandatees (and the newly minted Lovelies): not since Full House and Family Matters has there been such a highly anticipated crossover episode! Isn’t it Lovely? is thrilled to kick off Season 7 by welcoming podcast brothers and dear friends Ryan Konz and Ben Krush of The Mandate Podcast to the show! Fearless leaders of their loyal Mandatees and hosts extraordinaire, Ryan and Ben open up about their passion to “to teach men how to talk”, encouraging listeners to push past casual chats about sports, jobs, and the weather to embrace more honest, vulnerable conversations and deeper relationships. Ben explor...2022-11-1137 min
Isn't It Lovely? PodcastS7:E1 Isn't it Lovely to Serve One Another? with South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem“It’s more important that we do what we believe we’re supposed to do by loving people first and being obedient to what we think our purpose is.”
In this season’s bonus episode of Isn’t it Lovely?, Tracy and Rachel welcome South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem to the podcast! Governor Noem shares her experiences as the first woman to serve as governor of South Dakota, detailing the importance of representation and the undeniable power of women coming together and supporting one another. Governor Noem also reveals the encouragement her mother gave her as a young girl that changed the...2022-11-0631 min
Isn't It Lovely? PodcastS6:E8 Isn't it Lovely to be a Bibliophile? with Ashley Holen, Danielle Shields, & Alli VeldhouseCalling all bookworms: the Isn’t it Lovely? Book Club is BACK and better than ever as fan faves Alli Veldhouse and Ashley Holen bring along literary soulmate Danielle Shields to join Rachel and Tracy for a second installment of BOOK TALK! Appropriately recorded in a local Sioux Falls library, this episode spotlights Danielle’s story of why reading is so important to her (along with a gentle dispelling of the notion that all books must be read to completion), as the rest of group listens with rapt attention to her pearls of wisdom. Spanning everything from worldview-changing reads to guil...2022-10-2443 min
Isn't It Lovely? PodcastS6:E7 Isn't it Lovely to be a Professional Golf Great & a Prolific Philanthropist? with Nancy LopezIsn’t it Lovely? was thrilled to have the great honor of interviewing golf legend Nancy Lopez during a special live show recorded during Women’s Day at The 2022 Sanford International Golf Tournament!
Reflecting on her celebrated career, Nancy touchingly leads with a tribute to her first coach and beloved father Domingo, who modeled for her the importance of dreaming big, setting goals, working hard, and always staying positive, even (and perhaps especially) in the face of failure. Nancy shares why it is so important for her to sign every autograph and honor each fan, as well as the ways she...2022-10-1433 min
Isn't It Lovely? PodcastS6:E6 Isn't it Lovely to Be a Credible Messenger? with Terry LigginsPrepare to be hit with a wave of impassioned empowerment as Isn’t it Lovely? welcomes motivational speaker and Hurdle Life Coach Foundation Executive Director Terry Liggins to the podcast! With compassion and sensitivity, Terry describes how a challenging childhood and adolescence led to an encounter with the justice system that changed the course of his life and set him on a path to higher education, and national recognition as a record-breaking athlete. After college, Terry found himself experiencing one of his greatest challenges when he spent time in federal prison. Today he utilizes his own life experiences to positively im...2022-09-2751 min
Isn't It Lovely? PodcastS6:E5 Isn't it Lovely to Go Behind the Scenes of Podcasting? Bonus Episode with Rachel & TracyIt’s time for a Mailbag Edition of Isn’t it Lovely? as Rachel and Tracy tackle their most commonly asked listener questions about the ins and outs of podcasting! From crafting the initial interview questions to promoting the final product on social media, Rachel and Tracy share their process from start to finish, highlighting which steps give them life - and which ones maybe crush their souls a little bit at a time. Tracy reveals that the third time was the charm to finally get a handle on how to run their equipment, while Rachel reminisces about using foreign curr...2022-09-0215 min
Isn't It Lovely? PodcastS6:E4 Isn’t it Lovely to Find Freedom from Addiction? with Amos & Heather KittelsonIn collaboration with South Dakota’s celebrated 4Front Studios, Isn’t it Lovely? is thrilled to introduce its very first long-form audio and video episode featuring the endlessly inspiring Amos and Heather Kittelson as they share their love story and journey of breaking generational trauma to find hope and healing from addiction. With sensitivity and care, Amos and Heather recreate the morning Heather decided to take her life after battling postpartum depression and alcoholism - and what prompted Amos to return to their home to help her fight for her life. With tremendous empathy and a compassionate desire to combat sham...2022-08-191h 08
Isn't It Lovely? PodcastS6:E3 Isn't it Lovely to Discover Beauty Through Design? with Christy SteenIt’s a celebration of art, design, and beauty as Isn’t it Lovely? welcomes dear friend and favorite creative Christy Steen to the podcast! Christy shares suggestions for imaginatively uncovering “beauty from ashes” and making design accessible, including exploring garage and estate sales and Facebook Marketplace for treasures, embracing concepts of repurposing and recycling, and paring down and rearranging existing items. Christy and Tracy encourage leaning into curiosity and risk-taking to discover sources of inspiration, as well as the influences of nature, repetition and unity to bring balance, harmony, and warmth to a space. Christy and Rachel discuss receiving God’s ki...2022-08-0533 min
Isn't It Lovely? PodcastS6:E2 Isn't it Lovely When Life Has Margin for Interruption? with Andrew DeVaneyIsn’t it Lovely? Season 6 continues exploring themes of healing and identity as Rachel and Tracy sit down with AsOne Ministries Founder and CEO Andrew DeVaney. Andrew shares the personal faith journey that ultimately led him to encounter the love of Jesus in a profound and transformational way, while also allowing him to deconstruct elements of faith in an attempt to better understand where God is in the midst of global challenges, such as genocide, hunger, and poverty. Andrew’s immersive experiences in other cultures and the resulting relationships created the opportunity to develop a model to help combat global issu...2022-07-1841 min
Isn't It Lovely? PodcastS6:E1 Isn’t it Lovely to Learn and Heal through Art? with Lauren CallisIsn’t it Lovely is delighted to kick off Season 6 by welcoming art therapist Lauren Callis to the podcast for a revelatory conversation about self-care, healing, creativity, and so much more! As the co-founder and executive director of Curiosity Studio, Lauren leads both in-person and virtual sessions to help her participants discover information about themselves, while developing empathy, connection, curiosity, and empowerment. Lauren addresses the ways art therapy is a legitimate form of therapy and how it serves as an alternative method of self-discovery and communication to more traditional talk therapy, while also discussing the importance of removing barriers to ma...2022-06-2734 min
Isn't It Lovely? PodcastS5:E8 Isn't it Lovely When Girls See Themselves Represented? with Audra RobinsonIsn’t it Lovely? went on the road last spring for a long-awaited conversation with entrepreneur, dreamer, and all-around powerhouse Audra Robinson, founder of Rocky Robinson self-care products. In this Season 5 finale episode, Audra expresses her gratitude to an encouraging mother and the educators and community leaders who invested in her as she was growing up and discusses how her experiences as “the only” in the room throughout her career in corporate marketing led to her commitment to counteract this lack of diversity. Audra explains that while the intersection of “girl power” and “black girl magic” is foundational to Rocky Robinson, Rock...2022-06-1433 min
Isn't It Lovely? PodcastS5:E7 Isn't it Lovely When Well-Woman Care & Community Collide? with Sarah Roe & Erin Vande Lune“We want to cultivate a community. We want to bring community back…[God] didn’t create us to be alone.”
It’s a celebration of women’s health and wellness as Tracy and Rachel welcome midwives and real-life sisters Sarah Roe and Erin Vande Lune to the podcast to share the story of how the (literal!) dream of launching Flourish Wellness and Birth Co. became a reality. Passion and empathy for their patients is evident as Sarah and Erin describe their shared vision of creating a safe space and community where women can feel empowered, seen, and known as they seek compreh...2022-06-0232 min
Isn't It Lovely? PodcastS5:E6 Isn't it Lovely When an Elk Hunt Deepens Friendship? JD Kessler, Tim Meagher, & Marcus SuhnFan favorite Tim Meagher is BACK … and this time he’s brought his friends. Rachel and Tracy welcome Tim, JD Kessler, and Marcus Suhn, affectionately known as The Mighty Hunters (along with dear friend Adam Swingdorf, who was tied up making Sensational Smiles), to the podcast to discover how an elk hunting trip solidified lifelong friendships and why being self-aware and comfortable in your own skin paves the way for deeper connections defined by support, generosity, and a whole lot of internet memes. Rachel immediately startles the group by introducing the word “intimacy” into the conversation, while Tracy and the hunters...2022-05-1637 min
Isn't It Lovely? PodcastS5:E5 Isn't it Lovely to Celebrate a Podcast Anniversary? Bonus Special with Rachel and TracyPop them bottles! It’s another very special bonus episode with Rachel and Tracy to celebrate their first year (give or take a few months) of hosting the Isn’t it Lovely? Podcast! Rachel reflects on the origin story of the podcast, while Tracy proclaims their shared respect for author and teacher Jennie Allen before unveiling the announcement of the very first Isn’t it Lovely? Book Club, featuring Jennie Allen’s latest book, Find Your People: Building Deep Community in a Lonely World (Stay tuned for more details in the coming weeks!). Tracy and Rachel express gratitude for their incredib...2022-04-2511 min
Isn't It Lovely? PodcastS5:E4 Isn't it Lovely to Be a Bridge-Builder? with Kimberly ReedTracy and Rachel are honored and delighted to sit down with literal history-maker Kimberly Reed to discuss her wide-ranging career in Washington D.C. and groundbreaking role as the first female Chairman of the Board, President, and CEO of the Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM). Kim expertly weaves anecdotes from her childhood and personal life into experiences from her professional life, including reflecting on delivering a hot cocoa demonstration as a nine-year-old girl to a panel of 4-H judges, which sparked the healthy self-confidence she would one day need to sit before the U.S. Senate for the...2022-04-0829 min
Isn't It Lovely? PodcastS5:E3 Isn't it Lovely To Know the Power of Friendship? With Courtney Collen Sebesta and Katrina YdeIt’s a BFF extravaganza in the studio as Tracy and Rachel welcome Courtney Collen and Katrina Yde to the podcast for a conversation about all things friendship! Courtney and Katrina share their Meet Cute as inspiration for how to pursue friendship past the college years, while Tracy and Rachel delight in the ways these women serve as one another’s biggest cheerleaders. Katrina graciously provides complimentary therapy as she and Tracy consider the importance of making peace with conflict or tension in relationships as well as how to nurture a safe place for vulnerability even when it feels awkward. Cour...2022-03-2444 min
Isn't It Lovely? PodcastS5:E1 Isn't it Lovely When Your Upbringing Teaches Empathy? with Vince DanhIsn’t it Lovely? Season 5 hits the ground running as Rachel and Tracy welcome photographer, creative director, foodie extraordinaire and Sioux Falls Hype Man Vince Danh to the podcast for a long-form interview celebrating the entrepreneurial spirit, major life pivots, uplifting communities - and his willingness to wait for really good food. Vince shares how his path to becoming a lawyer shifted the moment he picked up a camera during a 6-month (U.S. State Department Commissioned!) trip to Southeast Asia and fell in love with capturing the moments and stories unfolding around him. He highlights how growing up in Si...2022-02-2541 min
Reeling In Your Ears2003 - War, Swarm & Lovely GirlsThis week we speak with Alex J Byrne about the year 2003. A year where we see too much Tony Blair, politician call outs and lovely lovely girls2022-02-121h 32
Isn't It Lovely? PodcastS4:E8 Isn't it Lovely When Children Feel Safe & Loved? with Dr. Kym JohnstonTracy and Rachel celebrate the Season 4 finale of Isn’t it Lovely? by welcoming Sioux Falls Christian Elementary School Principal Dr. Kym Johnston to the podcast! A daughter and granddaughter of educators, Kym reflects on a passion for education that dates back to playing school as a little girl, reveals how the belief of a leader inspired her dream and goal of becoming a principal, and offers encouragement to those walking through seasons of discomfort and growth. Tracy and Kym discuss the double-edged sword of increased technology in the classroom and how to utilize it to better enhance, yet not re...2022-02-0440 min
Isn't It Lovely? PodcastS4:E7 Isn't it Lovely When We Humanize an Issue? with Rich MerkourisIt’s a celebration of collaboration and empathy as Isn’t it Lovely? welcomes community leader Rich Merkouris to the podcast! After reflecting on a childhood that encouraged outreach, Rich identifies the life-changing moment a casual joke to a college professor set him on a trajectory to engage with his community in a personal way. Rich and Tracy discuss the notion of holy discontent and the ways the entrepreneurial spirit thrives in the nonprofit/service sector — and when it’s equally vital to set individual ideas down to creatively partner with others. Rich and Rachel explore the importance of humanizing social i...2022-01-1836 min
Isn't It Lovely? PodcastS4: E6 Isn't it Lovely to Empower Women & Girls Around the World? with Michelle BekkeringBe inspired to change the world as Tracy and Rachel welcome Washington D.C. powerhouse Michelle Bekkering to the podcast! Sharing powerful illustrations and real-life experiences from a career that has taken her around the globe, Michelle champions both emotions and economics as tools to invite listeners to adopt a global perspective in uplifting and empowering girls and women. Tracy and Michelle discuss the power of storytelling and open, respectful communication, as well as the importance of being culturally and contextually aware and challenging unintentional arrogance in the search for common ground. Rachel and Michelle address the value of also...2022-01-0740 min
Isn't It Lovely? PodcastS4: E5 Isn't it Lovely to Be Merry and Bright? with Rachel and TracyTracy and Rachel are equal parts trepidatious and joyful to unveil Isn’t it Lovely?’s very first holiday special! Snuggled into Tracy’s dining room and surrounded by Yuletide splendor, Tracy and Rachel quickly discover how challenging it is to interview…each other. Featuring special segments including a lightning round of Christmas questions and a holiday-themed What We’re Loving This Week, the episode ultimately shines a light on what is most lovely of all: Isn’t it Lovely’s extraordinary guests and incredible listeners.
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White Christmas Movie
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Lovely Piece PodcastLovely Piece Podcast - Episode 7: UCL Final Special Edition!A review of the 2021 UEFA Champions Final that took place Saturday, May 19, 2021 a special day for Blues and football fans alike, the day Chelsea became Champions of Europe… Again!!! Big Gaff has the fire works prepped for the occasion be sure to chunk into an exceptional podcast.2021-12-1926 min
Isn't It Lovely? PodcastS4: E4 Isn't it Lovely When Health and Wellness is Shame-Free? with Katie TwedtKatie Twedt, owner of FORM Fitness Studio + Boutique, radiates energy and light on the podcast during a positive and inclusive conversation about health and wellness. Acknowledging, yet gently deconstructing, the guilt and shame that can surround these topics, Katie instead models grace and acceptance, encouraging an examination of health markers other than a clothing size or number of the scale, including energy, sleep, relationships, and more. Rachel is delighted to learn that Katie is almost singlehandedly responsible (in the eyes of Isn’t it Lovely?) for the flourishing of Lululemon clothing in Sioux Falls, while Tracy thanks Katie for helping he...2021-12-0732 min
Isn't It Lovely? PodcastS4:E2 Isn't it Lovely When Love Shows Up? with Angela KenneckeTracy and Rachel are honored to sit down with Emmy Award-winning journalist and devoted mother Angela Kennecke for a deeply moving conversation about her beautiful daughter Emily and the extraordinary light she brought to the world. A radiant light with the tender heart and sensitive spirit of an artist, Emily embraced and celebrated each day, until her life was tragically cut short by fentanyl poisoning. Motivated by her unending love for her daughter, Angela founded the Emily’s Hope Foundation, whose mission is to remove the stigma of substance use disorder through awareness, education, and prevention; and removing financial barriers fo...2021-11-1129 min
Isn't It Lovely? PodcastS4:E1 Isn't it Lovely to Identify a Need and Respond? with Kerri TietgenRachel and Tracy catapult into Season 4 by welcoming Kerri Tietgen, CEO of EmBe (formerly Sioux Falls’ YWCA), to the podcast for a powerful conversation encompassing everything from being a “student of stories and people” to transforming a community. Kerri discusses growing up in a family that modeled identifying community needs and creating impactful solutions, and also shares the inspiration she derives simply by listening to and valuing people’s stories. Kerri and Tracy discuss growing up as Asian American women and what representation in media means to them and the unifying nature for everyone of being “an only”. Kerri passionately reveals EmBe...2021-10-3039 min
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Isn't It Lovely? PodcastS3:Ep 7 Isn't it Lovely to Be Driven But Not Competitive? with Luke LindbergIt’s three cheers for the red, white, and blue as Tracy and Rachel welcome favorite Patriot (and future President!) Luke Lindberg to the podcast for a conversation about public service, mentorship, and faith.
Christened by one of his own mentors as “driven, but not competitive”, Luke discusses the importance of partnering with and investing in others to achieve maximum positive impact and shares how having his own mission statement has guided him through countless personal and professional opportunities, including experiences traveling the world with the Export-Import Bank of the United States and serving in his current position as the Head o...2021-10-1223 min
Isn't It Lovely? PodcastS3:Ep 5 Isn't it Lovely to Commit to Creativity? With Vaney Hariri & Alana Snyder“We just commit to actually doing it and somehow a lot of these things have come to life.”
Two local masters of creativity, business owners, and fellow podcasters, Vaney Hariri and Alana Snyder join Rachel and Tracy for this uproarious episode that hits as somewhat of a whimsical love letter to South Dakota. Friends and co-hosts of the 605 Show, Alana and Vaney muse over how and when they became creative colleagues and how it happened so naturally, they might not even remember the actual story. Vaney discusses the idea that when you’re your best you, everyone benefits and Alana detail...2021-09-1336 min
Isn't It Lovely? PodcastS3: Ep 4 Isn't it Lovely to Persevere Through All Kinds of the Unexpected? with Ali Ter Horst“I believe that life is full of hard stuff and you can either shy away from it…or you can lean into it.”
A few months ago, the Isn’t it Lovely? podcast put forth a call on Instagram asking for suggestions for future guests. Many wonderful nominations were submitted, but requests to hear from Sioux Falls-based award-winning teacher, mother, and friend Alison (Ali) Ter Horst won by a landslide. Coincidentally, years ago when Rachel and Tracy were dreaming up the Isn’t it Lovely? podcast, Ali also topped their wishlist of guests. Thus, Rachel and Tracy are humbled and honored to...2021-08-2446 min
Isn't It Lovely? PodcastS3: Ep 3 - Isn't it Lovely There is Enough Space for Everyone's Success? with Ashley Buckley“I realize that the more people that you can befriend that are going in the same direction as you … you move faster together.”
Respected and adored Sioux Falls-based photographer, business owner, and photography mentor/coach Ashley Buckley captivates Rachel and Tracy in this energetic episode with her inclusive and inspiring business (and life!) model. As an entrepreneur, wife, mother of four, and creative, Ashley talks about what “lights her up” and how she has learned that there is enough space for everyone to have success. Rachel asks Ashley how her past life as a celebrated college volleyball player and coach informs he...2021-08-0934 min
Isn't It Lovely? PodcastS3: Ep 2 - Isn't it Lovely to Take a Historic Business to the Next Level? with Nick HeinemanFollowing a years-long love affair with Look’s Marketplace, an iconic Sioux Falls institution, Rachel and Tracy are elated to welcome co-owner Nick Heineman to the podcast to discuss the history, values, and other behind the scenes tidbits of this beloved market. Nick shares how, together with his fellow owner (and cousin!) Beau Vondra, they assembled a talented team and expanded the business from 4,000 to 17,000 square feet to include a butchery, specialty grocery store, deli, restaurant, bakery, brewery, and creamery…a mere four months before a worldwide pandemic turned everything upside down. Nick talks about the resiliency and strength of his...2021-07-2625 min
Isn't It Lovely? PodcastSeason 3: Episode #1 - Isn't it Lovely When God Changes your Life? Special Guest: Kaylee KochTracy and Rachel are thrilled to kick off Season 3 of the podcast by welcoming Kaylee Koch to the studio for a candid conversation about the life-changing power of a faith journey. Kaylee shares how a more personal relationship with God transformed the way she sees herself, her relationships, and her life. Through her story she encourages listeners that they can love themselves because they were created by a God who loves them and wants them to embrace and experience that love. The three women rhapsodize over Bible teacher and author Jennie Allen, as Rachel once again finds herself recording in...2021-07-1228 min
Isn't It Lovely? PodcastSeason 2: Ep #8 Isn't it Lovely to Throwback to 80's and 90's Pop Culture? with Adam NorenbergIn this light, fun, and supersized bonus episode, Rachel and Tracy throwback to the 80’s and 90’s featuring special guest and pop culture expert Adam Norenberg! Adam and Rachel proudly sing the concluding lines of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles theme song, while Tracy reveals the life-changing moment she discovered Degrassi Junior High in her middle school health class. Rachel acknowledges her undying and slightly problematic love of Saved by the Bell heartthrob Zack Morris, Adam and Tracy discuss the CDs that shaped their adolescence, and all three dive into music, movies, and more in the Season 2 Finale of Isn’t it L...2021-06-2843 min
Isn't It Lovely? PodcastSeason 2: Episode #5 - Isn't it Lovely to Make Your Passion Your Profession? With Scott JibbenAfter becoming fast friends during a professional consultation in which he gently informed Tracy and Rachel that they were using their microphones completely wrong, musician and producer Scott Jibben visits the podcast to share how he transformed his lifelong passion for music into a career that includes writing and producing original material, as well as founding and running the Pulse River Recording Studio. Tracy inquires about finding inspiration and feeding creativity regardless of geographical location, while Rachel ponders christening Pulse River, “Little Studio on the Prairie”. Scott debuts Ghosts, his brand new instrumental album that dropped on May 8, 2021, and all thre...2021-05-1233 min
Isn't It Lovely? PodcastSeason 2: Episode #3 - Isn't it Lovely to Find Time for Your Dreams? Special Guest: Ashley FlynnTracy and Rachel welcome local children’s book author Ashley Flynn to the podcast for a conversation about her experiences balancing multiple career opportunities with her growing family, a journey that led to the inspiration for her first book, My Favorite Job is You, a love letter to mothers everywhere. Ashley discusses the creative ways she carved out time in her busy schedule to write and shares the ways her priorities have shifted over the years. Tracy and Rachel marvel over Ashley’s postpartum superpower of rhyming, while Ashley changes everyone’s lives by introducing them to The Nap Dress.
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Isn't It Lovely? PodcastSeason 2: Episode #2 - Isn't it Lovely to Homeschool? Special Guest: Laura SantosTracy and Rachel are thrilled to welcome dear friend and honorary life coach Laura Santos to the podcast. Laura shares what led to her family’s decision to homeschool and pulls back the curtain on the highs and occasional lows of a home-centered lifestyle choice. Laura acknowledges the superpower that is a supportive and egalitarian partner, as well as the agency her children have in their educational choices. Tracy is recovering from Lasik eye surgery and conducts the entire interview in a pair of glamorous Elizabeth Taylor sunglasses; Rachel discovers too late that her chair is positioned alarmingly low to th...2021-04-1933 min
Isn't It Lovely? Podcast#6 - Isn't it Lovely to Discover your Identity? Special Guests: Charlie and Carrie SandersRachel and Tracy are thrilled to welcome Charlie and Carrie Sanders to the podcast for an uplifting, hopeful conversation focused on identity, reconciliation, and the power of empathy. Rachel says the word “beautiful” approximately 97 times and ponders purchasing a thesaurus. Tracy and Carrie press into the importance of questions, education, and “getting outside of ourselves’ as “we’re here together.” Rachel and Tracy learn that Charlie and Carrie recently celebrated a decade of marriage and offer to officiate a vow renewal, despite a stunning lack of qualifications.
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Isn't It Lovely? Podcast#3 - Isn't it Lovely to Run the World with your Sister? Special Guests: Kayla Thompson & Erin RallisTracy and Rachel welcome sisters and entrepreneurs Kayla Thompson and Erin Rallis of Marie and Marie Bridal for a conversation about pursuing dreams and goals, finding balance, and creating a beautiful and meaningful client experience. Kayla and Erin praise their supportive families and honor each other’s strengths; Tracy and Rachel make 90’s references and consider buying wedding dresses for their day-to-day lives.
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Lovely Important Nonsense PodcastParenting w/ Morg Parks | Lovely Series | Lovely Important NonsenseWelcome to our Lovely Series! This week we are with Morg Parks!
Hosted By Matt Spellen, Filmed and Edited By Joe Fucarino, Jersey Media
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