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All Things GoodEpisode 87: Can You Be "Friends" With Your Kids? (Special Guest: ANNA HOLD)This week is special, y'all. Johnna sits down with her amazing daughter, Anna, for an honest and unscripted conversation about parenting. If you're raising teens or pre-teens, you definitely don't want to miss this. Big "thank you" to Anna for being a part of this ATG conversation and if you're watching on YouTube, there's no video this week because we were both recording from our cars. #committed Favorite things for this week... Johnna: Kitsch Lifting Facial Roller and these super comfy pants for summer! Laura: Truths I Never Told You (Kelly Rimmer) and...2022-06-021h 08

All Things GoodEpisode 86: Florida Man + Florida WomanEver feel like your life's in shambles? Well, this episode is for YOU! After reading through a few of these actual news stories, you'll have a whole new perspective about life, neighbors, and maybe even McDonald's. Pull up a chair and laugh with us through the latest adventures of the folk legend -- Florida Man. And not to be outdone by her counterpart, Florida woman is coming in HOT with some antics of her own. Links for all the stories below... Mississippi's Own "Mother of the Year" "Weak" Bodybuilder Wrong Drink...2022-05-261h 00

All Things GoodEpisode 85: Binge WorthyTV : Johnna "Candy" (Hulu) "Under the Banner of Heaven" (Hulu) "Life & Beth" (Hulu) "Hacks" (HBO) "Anatomy of a Scandal" (Netflix) "Bridgerton 2" (Netflix) "Never Have I Ever" (Netflix) "Kardashians" Laura: "The Marvelous Mrs. Mazel" Season 3 is on the summer “to do” list. Movies: Johnna Hating Game (Hulu) Lost City Adam Project (Netflix) Reading: Johnna Anything by Colleen Hoover * Johnna's "read" 7 books in the last month! Laura: Malibu Rising * Oprah’s What Happened to You? and Lilac Girls are on the summer reading list. Listening To: Joh...2022-05-191h 08

All Things GoodEpisode 84: Dress Up Days Bringing Us DownIf you're like us, you're a mama hanging on by a thread these last few weeks of school. And you know what the last thing we want to see in the kids' backpacks is? A DRESS-UP DAY announcement! Chat with Johnna and Laura this week about school dress-up days/weeks and the struggles of explaining "Nerd Day" to your learning-English 6 year old. And if it wasn't enough to know you can SEE us on YouTube now, you definitely want to head over there to Johnna's real-time reaction to a lizard coming into her house while we were...2022-05-1253 min

All Things GoodEpisode 83: Where y'all been?Come party with us for Cinco de Mayo! It's been a minute, y'all, and we are so excited to be recording again. Join us for a catch-up session and as always, we're bringing you some of our favorite things to try for yourself. Johnna is loving the fun, colorful dresses from Victoria Dunn Designs, highly recommends the movie CODA and has found the cutest Cotton Sarong for all those beach and pool days ahead. Laura's recommendations are these fun sneakers from Nike (face-plant NOT recommended) and Bed Head Recovery Shampoo and Conditioner for hair that...2022-05-051h 00

All Things GoodEpisode 82: Spring Catch-up SessionIt’s been a while since you’ve heard from the girls about life so they’re taking this week’s episode to catch you up on all that’s been happening in the world — and their worlds. They talk family trips, birthday celebrations, and adoption updates as well as share some of their current favorite things. Johnna’s loving the Forty Days of Being a Two devotional and the Cube Kitchen Timer that is helping her stay productive and focused with her day-to-day. Laura’s loving the All Souls Trilogy by Deborah Harkness (she’s reading the books, but the...2021-04-0855 min

All Things GoodEpisode 81: Adoption Chat with The RevSince Episode 1, you've been hearing about the Waltons' adoption...from Laura. But on today's episode, you get to hear about their adoption from The Rev. Hear his take on the process and a few of their funny mishaps during their time in India! If you're in the processing or praying through the possibility of adoption or maybe you feel like you and your spouse are out of sync, hopefully this episode will bless your heart. Join the ladies in two weeks for a little catch-up session and hear about some of their favorite things from the spring!2021-03-2559 min

All Things GoodEpisode 80: Kristina Starnes with Ruby Raye DesignsWhat a delight! Kristina Starnes is a Southern girl with a flare for fashion and heart for others -- you do not want to miss this conversation! Find her on Facebook and follow her on Instagram. You will love on those platforms just as much as you do in this episode! Join us in two weeks, when Laura will sit down with The Rev to talk adoption -- from Daddy's perspective. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/allthingsgoodpodcast/message 2021-03-111h 19

All Things GoodEpisode 79: Ice Storms & Adoption UpdatesThe Holds survived Snowpocalypse 2021 and the Waltons have survived their first three weeks home with their (very!) active 5-year-old daughter. It's been a month to remember! Join the ladies as they catch up and encourage one another (and hopefully, YOU!) during one of the most memorable months. They're also back on track with sharing some of their favorite things this month as Johnna shares some of the Holds' latest meal prep secrets. They are loving their Hello Fresh subscription and they're all in with their Our Place Pan (available in a ton of fun colors). ...2021-02-2555 min

All Things GoodEpisode 78: Budget Talks & Jesus (with Will Hold)In this episode, Will steps into Laura’s co-hosting shoes while she’s India. He and Johnna deep dive into all the reasons he loves a budget and how he came to know Jesus. You don’t want to miss this one! We’ll have a full India / adoption report on the next episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/allthingsgoodpodcast/message 2021-02-1149 min

All Things GoodEpisode 77: An Organized Life with guest, Whitney EnglishWe’re sure when you saw the title that you knew right away that we’d have a guest on this episode! Whitney is an Enneagram 7 with a creative vision and also a heart for helping women live “Busy-Balanced-Beautiful” lives. She’s created a beautiful line of planners and life tools to help you effectively and efficiently manage all the things life throws at you! And, as if listening in on the conversation wasn’t enough, she’s giving our ATG listeners 20% off their orders at http://www.whitneyenglish.com. Use code ALLTHINGSGOOD at checkout to take advantage of t...2021-01-281h 26

All Things GoodEpisode 76: Welcome to 2021!We’re so excited to be back in your feed and walking into 2021 with so much HOPE for a new year! Grab your AirPods, your favorite drink and let’s catch up, friends! Johnna’s sharing a great binge watch on Apple TV: “Ted Lasso” and a fantastic new skincare regimen she’s found that has her glowing. Laura has two great reads to recommend from her Christmas break: The Great Alone (Kristin Hannah) and Beneath a Scarlet Sky (Mark T. Sullivan). She also binged the second season of the Dr. Death podcast…in day. We’ll be back in two weeks with another...2021-01-141h 04

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All Things GoodEpisode 75: 2020 Holiday Gift GuideIt’s here! It’s finally here! The end of 2020 and hope for 2021! To help get us across the finish line, we’re bringing you the best of 2020 holiday shopping from some of our favorite brands. And just a note, reports are showing that big box retailers (Amazon, Walmart, Target) are showing significant profitability this year, but small businesses are hurting. While we’ll share things from all types of retailers, we’d love for you to join us in making an effort to support small businesses this holiday season…both IN PERSON (where allowed) and ONLINE. See our “Focus on Fair Trade”...2020-11-2500 min

All Things GoodEpisode 74: Focus on Fair Trade: Kelsie Kunkle + Driftless StyleThis is it! Our final interview for the Focus on Fair Trade series. We spilled over a bit into November, but when you meet our friend, Kelsie, you’ll be ok with it, too! Kelsie is the Owner and Co-CEO of the most beautiful shop in Cedar Falls, Iowa. Kelsie shares some of her favorite things from the shop as well as her family’s painfully beautiful adoption journey that will leave you all adding the Kunkle family to your prayer lists. If you can’t make it to the store, she also has beautifully curated online shop y...2020-11-0500 min

All Things GoodEpisode 73: Focus on Fair Trade: Bethany Tran + The Root CollectiveWhat a treat! Bethany Tran, founder and CEO of The Root Collective, is hanging out with the ladies today to talk about fair trade, working with artisan groups in other countries, and the ups and downs of shoe production. Bethany also shares some exciting Tran family news — IT’S A BOY! She really does do it all! Bethany has generously given ATG listeners $25 off their order with the one-time use code GOODTHINGS. EEK! Laura has the Gaby Flat in mustard and the Lee Boot in merlot (that’s MAROON for our State fans!) — and LOVES THEM both! Jo...2020-10-2900 min

All Things GoodEpisode 72: Focus on Fair Trade: Lisa Stoltzfus + The Mustard Seed MarketplaceThis is so fun, y’all! Johnna and Laura love sharing their favorite things with you each episode, but this month they are sharing some of their favorite people! Lisa Stolzfus (rhymes with moose, just FYI) is the founder and owner of The Mustard Seed Marketplace and you are going to love her. She’s the most genuine, giving person you’ll ever meet and shares a little insight into her struggle with infertility over the last few years. You do not want to miss this one, friends! Lisa has also given ATG listeners a one-time discount code for you to use...2020-10-2200 min

All Things GoodEpisode 71: Focus on Fair Trade with Shannon Riesenfeld and Mango + MainAre you loving Fair Trade Month? Johnna and Laura have the coolest friends and they cannot wait for you to meet more of them! Today, the ladies chat with Shannon Riesenfeld, owner and founder of Mango + Main. If you’re near Annapolis, Maryland, GET THERE! If you’re not, you can shop all of Shannon’s beautifully curated fair trade pieces from her website: www.mangoandmain.com. From baskets to candles to ornaments to jewelry and accessories, you will find the perfect gift…for yourself or someone else! Shannon has also graciously given our listeners a code for 10...2020-10-1500 min

All Things GoodEpisode 70: Focus on Fair Trade with Abby AlleyIt’s Fair Trade Month! Johnna and Laura are so excited to introduce you to some of their favorite brands (and people!) this month! Week two features a conversation with their sweet friend, Abby, who is the founder and designer for Abby Alley. Abby Alley partners with artisans in Kenya and Tanzania to bring you the most beautiful jewelry and handbags. You don’t want to miss this conversation! And you really don’t want to miss the generous discount code for ATG listeners. Head to www.abbyalley.com and use ALLTHINGSGOOD at checkout to receive 20% off your order through the en...2020-10-0900 min

All Things GoodEpisode 69: Fair trade 101 with Karen GibbsWhat a treat! We are so excited to kick off our focus on Fair Trade with “The Oprah of Fair Trade” (Johnna’s words, not Karen’s!) Karen Gibbs. Karen leads ByHand Consulting, a firm of talented advocates that empower and advise artisan groups around the globe. Grab a cup of coffee, your favorite pen and notebook, and dive into this conversation as Karen explains the differences between fair trade and Fair Trade, gives us tips for shifting our purchasing tendencies to fair trade, and shares more about how when we use our purchasing power for GOOD, peoples’...2020-10-0159 min

All Things GoodEpisode 68: Mean GirlsJoin the ladies today as they talk about the “mean girl” mentality and how we can respond, not only when we’re the target but when we see others being targeted. This is also a great conversation for mamas of girls who are trying to help their daughters navigate these waters, too! Check out these articles, if you want to read more: https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.theodysseyonline.com/amp/women-standing-up-for-each-other-2624528999 https://goop.com/wellness/career-money/why-women-criticize-each-other-plus-ways-to-play-bigger/ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/working-btches/201308/why-are-some-women-nasty-other-women?amp https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.entrep...2020-09-241h 03

All Things GoodEpisode 67: News Flash!Pull up a chair and grab your coffee (or your wine!) as the ladies catch up on life and our world! There are updates from the Hold and Walton families, some Mississippi news, and even some world news! They’ve got it all in this episode, y’all! What are they loving this week? Johnna’s found some super fun disposable masks that are even individually wrapped (available in kids and adult sizes). And she’s giving us the skinny on her new favorite skin cleanser! Laura’s recently finished Hillbilly Elegy and is eagerly awaiting the movie rele...2020-09-1052 min

All Things GoodEpisode 66: To Bite a Kid...or Not to Bite a Kid, Part 2The girls are continuing their conversation this week with some great insight from actual experts. If you missed last week’s episode (Episode 65), you may want to go back and catch that one first. They’ve done our research (AKA: Googled it!). Here are the links to the full articles that the girls chat through as well as some of tools for equipping our kiddos for handling conflict. https://www.parents.com/kids/development/social/helping-kids-deal-with-arguments/ https://health.usnews.com/wellness/for-parents/articles/2018-03-30/to-intervene-or-not-to-intervene-that-is-the-question https://psychcentral.com/lib/letting-your-kids-fight-their-own-battles ht...2020-09-031h 11

All Things GoodEpisode 65: To Bite a Kid...or Not to Bite a Kid, Part 1Catch up a bit with the ladies as they share ALL THINGS GOOD despite a pandemic turning the school year upside down, health struggles, and dueling hurricanes in the Gulf! It’s 2020, y’all! What else would you expect? Listen in to part one of a two-week conversation about parenting struggles with teens and tweens. Do you get involved? Do you offer advice? Do you bite the kid who’s bullying your kid…or someone else’s kid? We’ll be back next week with more of our discussion and more of your comments and advice, too! What a...2020-08-271h 10

All Things GoodEpisode 64: Back-to-School Time!Wow! It’s been a bit since the girls have chatted and we’re inviting you into the catch-up session! They’re talking back-to-school, church reopening, good TV binges, calming oils, and adoption on today’s episode! Pull up a chair and share the laughs. Be sure to let them know what back-to-school looks like at your house! “Hamilton” spoof by one creative Catholic priest: here. Apple TV shows: “Defending Jacob” & “Outcry“ Great reads from Kristin Hannah: Firefly Lane and Fly Away. Johnna’s loving the weekly show “Little Voice” on Apple TV and found a gr...2020-08-1359 min

All Things GoodEpisode 63: Dear College Freshman Self, Part 2Johnna and Laura are back with Part 2 of this fun conversation about college life and this week, you guys are bringing it! You’ve got some great advice for our college friends! Johnna shares her favorite new bracelet stack from Espacio (she’s partial to the Perry Stack) and Laura recommends The Guernsey Literary Society & Potato Peel Pie Society book as a great summer read (There’s also a movie for any non-readers!). Join the girls next week as they catch on all things travel, back-to-school and well, just 2020 LIFE! Johnna and Laura...2020-08-0645 min

All Things GoodEpisode 62: Dear College Freshman Self, Part 1If you’ve been here a while, you know Johnna and Laura have some things to say about some things; this topic is no different. They’ve got lots of good advice coming at you from their 20/20 vision (AKA: hindsight). Join them next week for Part 2 as they share some of their listeners’ advice and instruction. There are some good nuggets, and if you have people headed to college (or back to!), be sure to share these episodes with them, too! Maybe we can help them avoid all the dumb things we did! Johnna is loving Season 3 of Yellowstone (available on Par...2020-07-3045 min

All Things GoodEpisode 61: July in ReviewIt feels like yesterday was July 4 and yet here we are at the end of the month…and the end of summer. Join the girls as they chat family vacations and back-to-school forecasts Johnna’s getting artsy with her favorite things this week and sharing a great watercolor set and paper for those moments when painting feels peaceful. Laura takes a hard right turn with her “good thing” and shares a new true crime podcast series, Park Predators. Join us next week when we begin a two-part series that has us reminiscing about our college years an...2020-07-2352 min

All Things GoodEpisode 60: Conversation about Conversation, Part IIIf you haven’t listened to last week’s episode, press pause and start there, y’all! This is the second part in our “Conversation about Conversation.” You don’t want to miss the first part! For more conversation starters, see the full list here: https://conversationstartersworld.com/questions-to-get-to-know-someone/ What are the girls finding GOOD in their lives right now? Johnna has two great reads she’s sharing: Stand All The Way Up by Sophie Hudson and An American Marriage by Tayari Jones. Laura’s sharing a great teeth whitening system: Lumineux Oral Essentials (Use WELCOME15 for 15...2020-07-0949 min

All Things GoodEpisode 59: Conversation about Conversation, Part IFor a lot of us, we may be a little rusty on our conversational skills coming out of the quarantine life, so the girls wanted to share a few pointers and model what this could look like. Note that they say “could” and not “should.” Check out this great guide for conversation starters here: https://conversationstartersworld.com/questions-to-get-to-know-someone/ The girls got so into this conversation exercise that they had to break the episode into two parts (shocker!), so join them next week for Part II of the conversation! Happy 4th of July, friends! NOTE: Yo...2020-07-0255 min

All Things GoodEpisode 58: Ripped from the HeadlinesInspired by a social media post challenging folks to rethink their daily headlines, the ladies set out to find "new news" in the world today! They're not sticking their heads in the sand and pretending it's not a mess out there, but they are working on mental health and sometimes that means stepping away for some new perspective. Links to all the news articles shared in this episode at www.allthingsgoodpodcast.com. What else are the ladies loving right now? Johnna's dishing on another great skort from Target (comes in four colors!) and if you...2020-06-251h 10

All Things GoodEpisode 57: Covid, Catheters and Conflict...OH MY!Well, here we are again, friends. Talking conflict. It’s an election year and well, our world feels like a big dumpster fire which means everyone has an opinion about how it started and more importantly, how to put it out. Today, we talk through navigating conflict IRL and on social media during these times with a few solid reminders for keeping our relationships (and our sanity!) and of course, some funny stories along the way! What are the ladies loving this week? Johnna’s loving the Olaplex hair care system (products 4, 5 & 7 specifically!) and the “Big Boo Ca...2020-06-1856 min

All Things GoodEpisode 56: Facing the FearIt’s great to be back in your feed and the girls are wasting no time jumping into the super light and fluffy topic of FEAR. Listen as they talk through what they’ve found in their research, experienced personally and heard from YOU about how fear shows up in our lives — and how to fight back against it! A few links and resources from their conversation… Circle Maker by Mark Batterson Praying Life by Paul Miller Some of their favorite scriptures for fighting fear… Isaiah 41:10 (ESV) Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God...2020-06-111h 04

All Things GoodEpisode 55: Beach Babes RecapWe’re baaaack! We’ve missed being with you all so much, but have enjoyed the time to step away and recharge a little. We’re coming back with a catch-up episode sharing some life updates and a few stories from our time together in LA…that’s Lower Alabama, y’all. A few links you might be looking for from our conversation: LaTasha Morrison on Instagram: here Be the Bridge on Instagram: here Order LaTasha’s book from Amazon: here Fun game for the beach, Spike ball: here Johnna’s favor...2020-06-041h 02

All Things GoodEpisode 54: Homeschool Hacks (Guest: Julia Jenkins)We get it. Life is weird. We’re being asked to do things that aren’t “normal” or even “comfortable” for us. One of those things, for some of us, may be homeschooling our children. Today, we’re chatting with our sweet friend Julia Jenkins (find her on Insta HERE) who is a homeschool ninja for three beautiful girls — and started her own co-op. She has great insight and ideas for those of us that are less equipped — or just less willing — to tackle this whole new world. Julia’s sharing her favorites with us this week, too. She’s loving Bren...2020-04-301h 11

All Things GoodEpisode 53: Covid Ruins Everything (Guest: Becky Meussner)Last week, we talked about how the Covid-19 pandemic has disrupted all things high school graduation for the class of 2020 with our sweet friend, Meg. This week, we’re taking it up to the Univeristy level and spending some time with Mississippi State University senior, Becky Meussner. Becky’s last semester at Miss State has been flipped on end but as you’ll hear, she’s pretty amazing and still finding lots of JOY in the journey to her post-graduation life. Don’t miss this one, friends! Shout out to NaSHEville here! Check out their cute merch! We asked Becky to share s...2020-04-231h 16

All Things GoodEpisode 52: Covid-19 Ruins Everything (Guest: Meg Jensen)Life is feeling a little cray-cray right now and most of our daily routines have been disrupted. In addition to daily routines, lots of milestone moments and rites of passage have also been flipped on their ends. Today, the girls chat with Meg Jensen, AKA “Queen Meg,” about how life as a graduating senior has looked for her recently. Meg is the daughter of the girls’ dear friend, Jennifer (AKA J.J.) and she’s wise beyond her (almost) 19 years. She gives us all some great insight into how to love on the Class of 2020 and help them keep this all...2020-04-1652 min

All Things GoodEpisode 51: Happy Holy WeekWe’re nearly one month into this strange new “normal” that has become our lives. Listen in as the girls discuss Holy Week, how they are observing the different days leading up to Jesus’ death and resurrection. Johnna shares about her family’s seder meal. And the ladies share how Easter baskets are going to look at the Hold and Walton houses this year. Let’s just say it’s a little different. Some basket ideas: For the girls…. Journaling Pen Set Fun Journal Dual-tip Pen Set For the boys…. WeBall padded sock...2020-04-091h 02

All Things GoodEpisode 50: Quarantine Sanity CheckThings are heavy in our world. We hope today’s episode will give you a few laughs and maybe some new ideas to pass the time as the “social distancing” regulations become stricter and some states have even extended their timeframes already. Here are a few suggestions (by category for your convenience) QUARANTINE GEAR Johnna: Anything from Aerie, hoodies, boyfriend tees, and leggings Laura: Amazon leggings, PJ bottoms from the Dollar General, all the Bella + Canvas tees, and my new “It’s fine. I’m fine. Everything is Fine.” sweatshirt (Zullily) PODCASTS J...2020-04-0259 min

All Things GoodEpisode 49: Raising Godly vs. "good" KidsIf you're like Johnna and Laura, you're spending a lot of time with family right now. For better or worse, our kids are learning about how to handle hard things from us. What are we teaching them? The girls chat through some practical tips for going beyond raising "good" kids and helping them grow deep roots for their own faith to become not only Godly kids, but Godly adults. In case you want to borrow Will's daily prayer for the Hold kids from Christ-Centered Parenting: Prepare them to be independent but dependent on God, Rely on the...2020-03-261h 10

All Things GoodEpisode 48: Corona "Survival" TipsIf you live in the U.S., you're being impacted by Covid-19 (AKA, the coronavirus). Join the conversation as the girls talk through some of the impacts and give you some of their favorite tips for surviving the indefinite period of social distancing. For the latest (factual) updates, visit www.cdc.gov. And for the love, don't believe everything you read on social media. What are the girls loving this week? Johnna says check out Karen Howell's TV guide on Instagram for all your quarantine binge watching needs. She's also reading Melanie Shankle's latest book...2020-03-191h 08

All Things GoodEpisode 47: Corona Cruise & More PaperWell, friends. Get out your spreadsheets. Johnna's family will NOT be going on their much-anticipated cruise next week due to her doctor's orders to protect her from the Corona virus. There may also be a name announcement in the midst of the paperwork push for the Waltons' adoption. What are we loving? Johnna shares a sweet option for your Easter dress from Amazon and a great true crime podcast: The Catch and Kill podcast. Laura's seeking redemption from last week's dark podcast recommendation with Anne Graham Lotz's Living in the Light podcast. Laura's also sharing a fun...2020-03-1250 min

All Things GoodEpisode 46: "Excited" About LentThe Lenten season is here and whether you've observed Lent your entire life or you have no idea what we're talking about, hopefully this chat will get you excited about this season of preparation for Easter. We talk through a little of the history, its purpose in our Christian calendar and of course, how we "celebrate" this season of repentance and sacrifice. Their favorite part? Talking through the ways you've shared about YOUR Lenten observances. Details for the Lenten study by Erin H. Moon here. Erin's Instagram is here. What are we loving this week...2020-03-051h 09

All Things GoodEpisode 45: Don't Let The Sun Go DownJust to follow last week's comparison episode with something super light and fluffy, we went with... CONFLICT. Goodness gracious, y'all! Johnna and Laura are talking conflict styles and how these five styles play out in their homes, their friendships, and their work relationships. Let's just say, the girls have some work to do! Head to the website to see the Five Conflict Styles Diagram. Johnna's bringing the $20 line with her favorites this week: These adorable and super comfy pjs from Ellen's line at Walmart and this super fun dress from Target. Laura's got a great...2020-02-271h 07

All Things GoodEpisode 44: The Real Joy KillerWell, this one is super light and fluffy, y'all! Johnna and Laura dig into the roots of comparison and share some areas in their lives where they struggle. Amazingly, there were no tears. Check out these articles the girls reference in their comparison conversation if this is an area where you struggle and you want to read more for yourself. Alli Worthington's article published by Propel Women: Click here Huffington Post article about the pitfalls off comparison: Click here Blog post by Ashley Hacksaw: Click here What are we...2020-02-201h 17

All Things GoodEpisode 43: Be My ValentineIt's here! The day of LOVE! We have some thoughts on it, y'all. Are you surprised? Hear Johnna and Laura's take on Valentine's Day as well as some funny stories of celebrations gone awry over the years. A few links you might want after listening and thinking of some alternative Valentine's Day gifts for your sweetheart: IJM Africa New Life Compassion World Vision What are we loving lately? Johnna's gushing over all things Magnolia after her recent visit to Waco, and loved having the Jensen family in...2020-02-131h 00

All Things GoodEpisode 42: Our Anniversary FavoritesHappy ONE YEAR Anniversary, ATG friends! You've been listening to our silliness for a whole year! THANK YOU! THANK YOU! We are so grateful. Catch up with Johnna's latest health update (ya gonna need your spreadsheets!) and hear some exciting news with the Waltons' adoption journey...we both got "babies" last week! To celebrate our podcasting anniversary, we wanted to bring you some of our absolute favorites from the last year! Favorite Podcasts Dolly Parton's America (L&J) Emily P. Freeman's The Next Right Thing (L) In the Dark...2020-02-061h 03

All Things GoodEpisode 41: You Can't Be Everyone's Cup of TeaWe've talked about friendship before, but the number of articles that come out on the daily telling us how to navigate these waters tell us this is an important conversation to have -- and to keep having. Check out the links to these articles that were the inspiration and the basis for much of this episode: The Middle-Aged Mean Girls and How to Make Friends and Keep Them Also, learn more about our sweet friend Alisha's partnership with the beautiful and talented Jalia Matovu at www.ajunausa.com. Our listeners can use our special...2020-01-301h 13

All Things GoodEpisode 40: People of the GymOk. Let's be real. If you've been listening very long, this is not a topic you thought the girls would tackle. But hey! New Year! New You! Right? We're sharing some funny things that have happened to us and YOU as we venture into the land of "The Gym People" and we brought in one of our very favorite members of the gym -- "CrossFit Kelli." Kelli Magee is a dear friend and will likely beat you AND your husband in an arm wrestling match, but if you're struggling with feeling a part of the gym culture, she's also your...2020-01-2355 min

All Things GoodEpisode 39: Weight of a WORDIt's a new year and a new decade and it seems as though there's a lot of buzz about WORDS right now. After a quick catch-up, Johnna and Laura discuss "to word or not to word" for the year and the meanings behind their words for 2020. There may have been tattoo talk and some changing of the word play (Looking at you, Will Hold.). We also share some of our listeners' words and may have started thinking about 2021 in the process! Johnna shares her favorite hair brush from Framar and her love for Dolly Parton's America podcast...2020-01-161h 07

All Things GoodEpisode 38: Holiday HighlightsListen in as Johnna and Laura share a few of their very favorite things from the holiday season. Time with family topped the list for both ladies, and they have a few updates to their shopping guide. Looks like someone's hubby has been listening! Johnna shares her new favorite dress from Carly Jean Los Angelos -- The Laurel Boho Maxi -- and her plan for Jennie Allen's printable Dream Guide in 2020. Laura is loving the flavored saltine crackers that have been a constant since the holidays and swears her new Judy Blue Patch Pocket Flare jeans are...2020-01-0956 min

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All Things GoodEpisode 37: Out with 2019, In with 20202019 has been a year...neither Johnna nor Laura would call it a "good" year, but definitely a year. The girls recap some of the highlights (more to remind themselves there were some) and then turn their thoughts to 2020. There's some real talk about sharing goals and what scares us most about putting things out there for all the world to hear! We hope you had a wonderful Christmas and are ready to rock in the new year! We are so grateful for all your support and encouragement and can't wait to do 2020 with you! --- This...2019-12-2648 min

All Things GoodEpisode 36: Anticipating AdventDue to some family medical needs, Johnna had to take a step away from this episode so Laura invited her husband Jeff, (AKA The Rev), to join her for an enlightening and lively conversation about the season of Advent. From its origins to the variety in its traditions, pull up a chair and join us for a chat about the reason for the season. Interested in learning more? Check out this study published by Seedbed that the Waltons reference in their chat: Advent Study. Join us next episode as Johnna and Laura recap 2019 and share...2019-12-1239 min

All Things GoodEpisode 35: The All Things GOOD 2019 Holiday Gift GuideIt's here...and we're ready for it! We've got the skinny on all the great ideas for every member of your family. We can't wait to share them all with you in this episode -- and be sure to tag us in all your holiday gift exchanges to let us know what you think! Head over to our website, www.allthingsgoodpodcast.com, for all the great ideas for every member of your family this holiday shopping season. And don't miss our 20K Giveaway! We're celebrating 20K downloads and giving away TWO of our favorites from the...2019-11-281h 22

All Things GoodEpisode 34: Holiday Survival GuideIt's upon us, y'all! The most stressful, er - WONDERFUL, time of the year! Holidays are so fun and filled with many of our favorite things, but can also be hard with all the things and all the people. Johnna and Laura have put together some tips to help you navigate all the family and friend gatherings that push our buttons and can cause us to be less-than-jolly during the holiday season! Johnna shares her go-to appetizer/dessert recipe: 1 8 oz cream cheese (softened) 1 jar caramel sauce Crushed Heath Bar or toffee topping ...2019-11-141h 10

All Things GoodEpisode 33: Cheater Cheater Pumpkin EaterHappy Halloween, ATG friends! We hope you get all your favorite candies from your kids' trick-or-treat bags tonight! Today's episode was inspired by Laura's push into the final weeks of the semester and the recent news surrounding Lori Loughlin and Felicity Huffman's college scandal woes. Let us first say, we aren't perfect parents, but we do hope to not only TEACH but also MODEL behaviors that are ethical and moral for our kids. And honestly, let them learn to handle there own business. Join us as we chat through some topics that are no treat! Laura shares her favorites for...2019-10-311h 13

All Things GoodEpisode 32: Teen Dating Survival Guide...for ParentsRaise your hand if you're just not ready for this phase of life! On today's episode, Johnna and Laura invite their good friend, Jennifer Jensen (AKA as "JJ"), to share some of her tips for navigating teen dating. She's the mom of both a college-aged young man and a soon-to-graduate-high-school young woman -- so she's seen both sides and knows some things. As always, they wrap up with their favorites and invite JJ to join the fun, too! Jennifer shares her latest read, The Testaments (a sequel to the super popular "A Handmaiden's Tale" series), and her...2019-10-241h 21

All Things GoodEpisode 31: Fixer Upper 101Some of you have been waiting for this for a while! Maybe you follow Johnna's design page (@johnnaholddesigns) and you've wanted to know all the things about decorating your space! TODAY'S THE DAY! A few of Johnna's favorites that you'll want to be sure to check out: Paint: Sherwin Williams is her go-to and here are some of her favorite greige paints: Accessible Beige (Laura's new house color!), Agreeable Gray (Laura's master bedroom color!), Requisite Gray and Amazing Gray. Need a quick pop of something in a small space? Try removable wallpaper! Check out these...2019-10-1752 min

All Things GoodEpisode 30: Moves, Medicals and Mums. Oh My!"It's the 1st of tha month!" If you sang that in your best Bone Thugs N Harmony voice, you're our people! We wanted to do a little catch-up session because, well, there's a lot going on over here. Johnna has started some new meds, and they have just about taken her down. And if it wasn't the meds, we'll just blame Dave Ramsey. Laura's family is (finally!) in their new home! Can we get some praise hands in the air?! And both ladies have survived (maybe not thrived?) their first Homecoming -- better known now as "HoCo" -- festivities...2019-10-101h 05

All Things GoodEpisode 29: Ouch! My Church Hurt, Part 2Last week wasn't enough, y'all! We're coming back with you this week for Part II of this conversation about church hurt. We're sharing more of your experiences and talking through how we move past our hurts to stay in fellowship and continue walking in faith. Johnna shares her favorite face mask: Summer Fridays Jet Lag Mask. Laura just received her 2020 edition of her favorite planner ever...and she's tried nearly all of them. Emily Ley's Daily Simplified Planner has her heart...and don't forget the stickers, y'all! Thank you so much for being here with...2019-10-031h 10

All Things GoodEpisode 28: Ouch! My Church Hurt. Part IOk, friends. Hang on to your hats. This one gets deep...fast. Johnna and Laura are diving into the all-too-prevalent topic of church hurt. They have a guest appearance by their favorite preacher -- The Rev -- to help us all understand what it is and how to differentiate between "church hurt" and someone in the church hurting us. And then they share some of your experiences and hurts. It's sad to hear so many people have experienced church hurt, but we are thankful for His receptive power to help us forgive and move forward in our faith. 2019-09-261h 09

All Things GoodEpisode 27: Enough Already!Today is a doozy, friends. We're diving into our pet peeves and when we invited you into the conversation, the flood gates were opened. We received dozens of comments, DMs and text messages about the things that drive you bonkers. We can't wait to share this episode with you as we laugh through our frustrations. Johnna's ready for fall with her new favorite candle scent from Bath & Body Works: Leaves. And is finding serious joy in her new skirt from Amazon: High waisted and polka dots...what's not to love!? Laura's faves for the week are...2019-09-191h 07

All Things GoodEpisode 26: Just Livin’ the LifePull up a chair and catch up with Johnna and Laura and all the craziness happening in their worlds. Grab your spreadsheets for a health update with Johnna and hear why self-tanner and alcohol swabs at the doctor's office might not be a good combo. Also, find out if the Waltons have moved into their new house (Spoiler alert: NO...but "It's fine, y'all. It's fine."). Laura shares the deets on her new leopard print shoes and a great everyday moisturizer from Aveeno. Johnna dishes on her favorite new bath soak for aches and pains as well as drops a...2019-09-121h 01

All Things GoodEpisode 25: Put Me In, Coach (Part II)The response to last week's episode has been great, so we decided to bring in the experts on the topic...our kids. Listen as William and Anna talk to Johnna about being student athletes, with a guest appearance from Will. Laura chose to interview her boys separately because she's still recovering from being thrown under the bus during the marriage episode (And listen to find out if Riley's still playing football for his new school!). So much goodness from these kids, y'all. They give some constructive criticism on parental sideline/court side behavior as well as some...2019-09-051h 14

All Things GoodEpisode 24: Put Me in, Coach"ARE YOU BLIND?!! ARE YOU KIDDING ME?!!" We've all been there. Sitting a kids' sporting event and parents are going crazy. Maybe it was YOU going crazy. Maybe it was Johnna or Laura. Today, the girls talk about some, well, growth areas in their parenting when it comes to supporting their kids' extracurricular activities. They pull some wisdom from one of college basketball's most animated coaches, Frank Martin, as well as several other articles linked below for you. Frank Martin interview Showing Up for your kids' events Psychology Today article If our sideline behavior isn't great, we've got some other...2019-08-291h 18

All Things GoodEpisode 23: Dream a Little DreamIn last week's episode, Johnna shared she doesn't dream anymore and of course, the girls turned that off-handed statement into an hour-long conversation. Why is it so hard for us -- as women, as moms -- to have our own dreams? We'd love for you to jump in with your comments and thoughts over on social media after the girls talk through some of the things they struggle with in their lives. They also have some fun things to share this week. Johnna is loving her new stadium-friendly clear bag and the podcast The Clearing, another true...2019-08-221h 11

All Things GoodEpisode 22: Kindness Wins the Day!Whoa, Nelly! This one was hard. Between the technology blips and the topic, Johnna and Laura had their hands full with this episode. Have you ever disagreed with a friend or family member? IT'S HARD...especially when that disagreement becomes public on the pages of your social media. Listen in as the girls chat about how to navigate disagreement in friendship and they share some sage wisdom from a sweet friend who recently experienced a very public and less-than-pleasant exchange on social media with friends and family over some divisive political issues. Stacy's "Rules of Engagement" are golden -- and...2019-08-151h 13

All Things GoodEpisode 21: Back-to-School NuggetsWe're back, friends! We've missed y'all a ton these last few weeks and are so glad to be getting ourselves back into a groove at the Hold and Walton houses after a crazy few weeks! Catch up with Johnna's latest health news and hear about her trip to Mayo Clinic. The Waltons' moving day was quite an adventure, but they are settling into their new Gulf Coast community and being loved on and welcomed to the fullest. Join them as they chat about some back-to-school wisdom they've learned and share some of your own over on our social media pages. ...2019-08-081h 16

All Things GoodEpisode 20: Practicing What We PreachedWell, it's time for us to practice setting those boundaries, y'all! In this episode, Laura shares more about her upcoming move and new community in south -- like waaaayyyy south -- Mississippi. Johnna gives an update on her trip to Mayo Clinic and health insurance woes. They also share more about the impact your purchases make through our Christmas in July sponsor: Rosie's Boutique. And of course, they share their good things for the week including the Hold family's games of Skipbo and Johnna's recommendation for a follow on Instagram: @things.I.bought.and.liked. Laura's giving you the 411 on...2019-07-181h 02

All Things GoodEpisode 19: A Nod to "No."Yikes, friends! This one is a tough one. We might be in over our heads with this topic. We both struggle with saying "No." and dive into why it's so hard for us. We're no experts here, so we hope you'll chime in and maybe even give us a template. Please. Johnna shares her latest Amazon fashion find of the most beautiful blue boho dress. And Laura's purchasing has come to a screeching halt as her family is facing a move in just a few weeks, so she gives you some "how tos" for loving moving friends...2019-07-111h 07

All Things GoodEpisode 18: Lost in TranslationHappy Independence Day, friends! We wish you all a safe and Happy 4th of July! You can call today's chat a catch-up session. You'll need your spreadsheet for Johnna's health update and your countdown clock for Laura's adoption update. And if you know a little Spanish, you might be called upon to help Johnna out of the next hole she digs in a Spanish-speaking country. And if you have little ears listening, you may want to grab some earbuds for the first part of the episode. Laura tried the 90* by Reflex leggings that Johnna recommended a few episodes back and...2019-07-0445 min

All Things GoodEpisode 17: Shame, Shame, I Know Your NameLast week, we talked guilt vs. conviction...and you still came back this week! YAY! So, we're continuing the discussion and talking shame and regret this week. As we shared some of the areas we experience the most shame and regret, we discovered that we most often struggle when our PRIDE gets the best of us. It's not light and fluffy, but it is real. Cue the vulnerability hangover. In one of our favorite parts of the week, Johnna shares another great true crime podcast: "Cold" (the story of Susan Powell's disappearance) and her new scrub...2019-06-271h 00

All Things GoodEpisode 16: Guilt Trippin’Guilt vs. Conviction. YIKES! That's a hard distinction, y'all. On today's episode, Johnna and Laura talk through what this looks like and some areas they struggle with guilt and also where they often feel conviction. They even talk through submissiveness in marriage and even use the b-word...which if you've been listening to the ATG podcast very long, you know is BUDGET in the Hold family. Be sure to hit that "subscribe" button and come back for part 2 next week when we talk about guilt's besties - shame and regret. Thanks for being a part of the...2019-06-201h 00

All Things GoodEpisode 15: Mullets and MonogramsFrom mullets and rattails to monograms and enormous hairbows, we Southerns can sometimes make some questionable fashion choices. Join Johnna and Laura as they talk through some of the South's "finest" decisions with regard to fashion as well as a few other colloquialisms, including one of their personal favorites..."It's fine." Johnna's giving two thumbs up to another podcast: To Live and Die in LA. If you're a true crime junkie, it's a must listen. She's also loving the Peace Out Acne Dots that are giving her a little help with some break-out issues. Laura's found a...2019-06-131h 11

All Things GoodEpisode 14: Never Divorce...Maybe Murder. Meet the WaltonsNext up: The Rev and Laura! In part 2 of our shout out to the joys of marriage, we can't wait to bring you a conversation with Laura and her husband, Jeff. Hear about how they met, their keys to marital bliss, their struggles with ministry life, and of course, all the quirky things they do that drive each other crazy. Other than marriage, what's good in our lives this week? Johnna's on a cleaning and organizing kick and recommends The Home Edit book for jumpstarting your home makeover. And if you've been dragging your feet on cleaning...2019-06-061h 22

All Things GoodEpisode 13: Marriage Talk...Hold the BudgetReady or not, we're diving into marriage talks. First up: Johnna and Will. Despite Johnna breaking up with Will multiple times and Will sending Johnna to the ER with a panic attack over budget talks, the Holds are still doing something right. Listen up, and take notes on keeping marriage fun with the Holds. Johnna's got the goods on some fantastic (and affordable!) leggings by 90 degrees that are available from Amazon. She's also loving the Luminex teeth whitening strips. Laura's more frequent work outs have her running for her Sparkly Soul headbands (Get 20% off with SUMMER19 and free shipping for...2019-05-301h 08

All Things GoodEpisode 12: What Would You Choose?Stranded on a desert island...what three things are your must-haves? Death row last meals? One item in your make-up bag that you can’t live without? These are the “super important,” get-to-know-you kinds of questions we’re asking on today’s episode! And we’re taking it over to our Instastories this week because we want to get to know YOU, too! Links to all the good things in our episode notes at www.allthingsgoodpodcast.com. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app 2019-05-2358 min

All Things GoodEpisode 11: Dear High School MeThe hairstyles. The forever loves. The poor fashion choices. The even poorer life decisions. It's the stuff of high school memories that now, many years removed, makes for great stories with lots of laughs. Join Johnna and Laura for a stroll down memory lane as they relive their "glory" years and try to find good in it all! And many thanks to all the friends who sent in their sage wisdom, too! Links available in the show notes at www.allthingsgoodpodcast.com. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app 2019-05-161h 11

All Things GoodEpisode 10: PerseveranceSometimes life is just hard and you have to dig a little deeper to find the GOOD! All the links for today’s episode at www.allthingsgoodpodcast.com. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app 2019-05-091h 13

All Things GoodEpisode 9: Beachy Vibes & Southern CharmsWhat's better than a girls' weekend at the beach? We'd say...NOT MUCH! In today's episode, we hit on all your favorite topics in one trip. We recap our recent trip to the beach with precious friends that included experiencing some noteworthy Southern staples including Williams Bros. in Philadelphia, Miss., and the Flora-Bama yacht club. We also talk through the very real mom guilt of being away while your kiddos are sick. A few links you'll need for the episode: SNL's "Fashion Coward" skit and Laura's super fun seersucker cropped pants. Johnna's loving her new swimsuit cover up from Aerie...2019-05-0257 min

All Things GoodEpisode 8: 2019 Swimsuit EditionWell, if it's not Johnna and Laura "preachin' to the choir" in this episode, we're not sure what is! We've all been there...in the dressing room trying on 1,689,309 swimsuits to find THE one that we feel confident (enough!) in to take the plunge. Literally and figuratively. Well, we're saying to heck with it this year, and we're not missing out on anymore fun with family and friends. We're telling ourselves - and YOU! - to get over it and get out there and LIVE YOUR LIFE! Join us as we talk trends and insecurities and then issue our summer 2019...2019-04-2552 min

All Things GoodEpisode 7: Well, Bless Your Heart!If you've been here before, you know our Southern roots run deep. Join us as we talk through some of our favorite Southernisms. Johnna and Laura talk through the nuances of the "Bless your heart" as well as clarify the correct spelling for everyone's favorite -- y'all. They also give you the skinny on some of their favorite Southern foods. Johnna's loving her new Hello charcoal toothpaste and might be obsessed with all things Hamilton. Laura shares how her Emily Ley Simplified Planner is making her life easier...and a little prettier. Thanks for being a part of our ATG...2019-04-181h 06

All Things GoodEpisode 6: I Feel AnxiousJody Picoult once said, "Anxiety is like a rocking chair. It gives you something to do, but doesn't get you very far." If that's the case, why then do we spend so much of our time and energy harboring and even feeding anxious thoughts? Johnna and Laura are (certainly!) not mental health experts but they may each have earned a gold star in worrying in different seasons of life. Pull up a chair and join the conversation as they talk through their struggles with anxious thoughts and ways they cope...and of course, find some GOOD things in it all...2019-04-111h 01

All Things GoodEpisode 5: No Shame in the Mom GameGoodness, y’all! One of the hardest battles of motherhood is the one in our heads! Constantly struggling to keep up with all the things can be overwhelming. Really overwhelming. Johnna and Laura talk through the struggles of “mom guilt” and how we can be more supportive of others and stop the shaming that can happen — intentionally and unintentionally. Johnna shares her latest Netflix recommendation (Nate Bargatze: The Tennessee Kid) as well as her growing affection for #thatbowllife. Laura’s been deep diving into the YouTube world for class prep and stumbled up some really funny commercials (AT&T Just Ok March M...2019-04-041h 10

All Things GoodEpisode 4: Let’s Be Friends...Part 2We had so much to say about friendship that we needed a little more time, y’all! How to be a good friend to someone who’s walking through a rough time could be a podcast of its own — there’s so much to learn and share. Johnna and Laura share a little about some difficult times they’ve walked through and have seen people really show up for them. And as always, they wrap it up by sharing what’s GOOD in their lives this week. Johnna is loving "The Widow" (check it out on Amazon Prime) and her She Reads Tr...2019-03-281h 05

All Things GoodEpisode 3: Let’s Be FriendsFriendships can be hard as children, but adult friendships can be even more complicated. In this episode, Johnna and Laura talk through some of the twists and turns of friendships and bring a little humor to some hard topics. They share some bright spots in their weeks, too! Johnna is loving her new Lime Ricki swimsuits (yes, that’s plural!), Thrive Causemetics mascara, and Jennie Allen’s new bible study, Made for This. Laura has all the heart eyes for her new Hunter rain boots and her daily devotional, Always Enough, Never Too Much. All the links on the Episode 3 page...2019-03-1449 min

All Things GoodEpisode 2: Parenting is HARDParenting is hard, y’all. And we don’t have all the answers. Not even close. But we do have some suggestions for survival and for finding some humor in it all! Today, we discuss the adoption process, parenting the things in your children that you struggle with in your own life, and finding people to tell you that you will survive (and so will they!)! We share the good things in our lives this week, which may or may not involve us drawing parallels between Easter candy and the resurrection. Johnna shares about her love for @carlyjeanlosangeles and about “Just B...2019-02-2849 min

All Things GoodBONUS: Love is in the AirBONUS: Love stories. In this Bonus episode especially for Valentine’s Day, Johnna and Laura dig into the mailbag and share some of their listeners’ love stories and some of the most memorable engagement stories. Giggle and laugh along with them as we celebrate all the romance we can handle this Valentine’s Day!💗 A special Thank You to our sponsor, The Rustic Rehab! Make sure and follow them on Instagram @therusticrehab_northportal --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app 2019-02-1425 min

All Things GoodEpisode 1: Romance in a WrapperIn this episode of the All Things Good podcast, Johnna and Laura help you get to know them by sharing a little about themselves and their families. And, to help you get into the Valentine’s Day mood, they share their super romantic engagement stories. They also give you their “What’s GOOD” in their lives this week, including Johnna’s Instagram must-follows: @jaminato and @jamiebgolden. If you need some hair help, we’ve got Johnna’s review of the Dyson SuperSonic hair dryer and Laura’s favorite dry shampoo: Oribe Gold Lust Dry Shampoo. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: Th...2019-02-0831 min

All Things GoodAll Things Good Podcast TrailerThe “all things GOOD” podcast is just two southern girls learning to find ALL THINGS GOOD each day... and inviting you along for the ride. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app 2019-02-0101 min