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Made For More MomcastFrom Wedding Pro to Seven-Figure Exit: Ashley Ebert's Unfiltered JourneyIn this inspiring episode of the Made for More Momcast, Shannon sits down with Ashley Ebert of The Abundance Group; a powerhouse coach, former wedding business owner, and fierce advocate for building a business that supports a freedom-centered life. Ashley opens up about the mistakes she made along the way, the lessons that shaped her leadership, and the journey that led to successfully exiting her wedding business.
Known for her deep commitment to family, Ashley shares why she refuses to build a business that controls her time or pulls her away from the people who matter most. Instead, she teaches...
2025-11-1829 min
Made For More MomcastThe Natural Path to Profit: A Mom’s CBD Brand That Heals & InspiresIn this episode of the Made for More Momcast, Shannon Marie Bennett sits down with Kerry Scardino, founder of Skinchanted, to explore how one mom turned her passion for holistic wellness into a thriving CBD and natural skincare brand.
Kerry shares how her journey began with a mission to heal, both herself and others—through plant-based products that nurture the body and calm the mind. From overcoming doubt to learning the ropes of running a wellness business, Kerry opens up about balancing motherhood, mindfulness, and entrepreneurship with heart and hustle.
Whether you're a mom dreaming of launching your own natural pr...
2025-11-0641 min
Made For More MomcastFrom Funnel Gorgeous to Million Dollar Grit with Julie Chenell: Real Talk on Business, Motherhood, Faith and Staying True to YourselfIn this inspiring episode of the Made for More Momcast, host Shannon Marie Bennett sits down with powerhouse entrepreneur Julie Chenell — co-founder of Funnel Gorgeous and author of Million Dollar Grit.
Julie opens up about what it really takes to grow a million-dollar brand as a mom, leader, and creative visionary. From single motherhood to scaling Funnel Gorgeous into a 7-figure digital marketing empire, Julie shares the unfiltered truth behind the grit that fueled her success.
You’ll hear how she turned obstacles into opportunity, built a business rooted in purpose, and learned to balance faith, family, and fierce ambition. Toge...
2025-10-2746 min
Made For More MomcastWhen Art Becomes Strategy & Motherhood Becomes a Mission with Creative Brand Photographer Abby SpringmannIn this inspiring episode of the Made for More Momcast, host Shannon Marie Bennett sits down with Abby Springmann, a brand photographer, educator, and mom who turned her creative passion into a mission-driven business built on freedom, strategy, and family.
Abby shares the heartfelt evolution of her photography journey, from documenting weddings filled with emotion to directing intentional brand stories that help entrepreneurs visually communicate their message. She opens up about how she discovered photography by accident in a college darkroom, fell in love with the process, and eventually built a thriving business that lets her merge art with marketing.
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2025-10-2034 min
Made For More MomcastBecause She Can : Getting Real with Alison J. Prince Online Business TrailblazerIn this episode of the Made for More Momcast, Shannon Marie Bennett sits down with online business trailblazer Alison J. Prince , a mom, mentor, and multi-million-dollar entrepreneur who built her empire from home with her kids by her side.
Together, they get real about what it takes for moms in business to rise above the noise, build purpose-driven brands, and stay grounded while chasing big dreams. Alison shares how she turned her “Because I Can” mindset into a movement that empowers women in business everywhere to believe in themselves, take action, and learn exactly how to sell online with confidence.
Shan...
2025-10-1048 min
Made For More MomcastStep Into the Life You’re Meant to Create with Amber HousleyWhat does it really mean to be made for more? In this inspiring conversation, Shannon Marie Bennett sits down with marketing and retreat queen, creative powerhouse Amber Housley to talk about stepping into the life and business you were meant to create. Amber shares how to stop settling for “just okay,” trust the ideas placed on your heart, and turn them into meaningful action.
Whether you’re a mom dreaming of launching something new, an entrepreneur ready to grow with purpose, or a woman craving more alignment and joy, this episode will remind you that your ideas exist for a reason...
2025-09-3026 min
Made For More MomcastUnlocking Strengths, Creating Joy: Beyond Disabilities with Melissa Smith & Backlight ProductionsWhat happens when creativity, inclusion, and community collide? In this inspiring episode of the Made for More Momcast, Shannon Marie Bennett sits down with Melissa Smith, founder of Backlight Productions, a nonprofit theater company empowering adults with disabilities to step into the spotlight, all while raising her two children side by side.
Melissa shares how Backlight transforms lives by helping students unlock hidden strengths, experience joy, and shine on stage in ways that ripple far beyond the theater. From powerful performances to life changing friendships, you’ll hear how this nonprofit organization is rewriting the narrative of what’s possible for...
2025-09-2245 min
Made For More MomcastThe Woman Redefining Color, Creativity & Courage: Wendy Conklin of Chair WhimsyStep into the vibrant world of Wendy Conklin, founder of Chair Whimsy, where bold design meets fearless creativity. In this episode, Wendy shares how she turned her passion for color and storytelling into a thriving design brand that inspires thousands to embrace courage, beauty, and joy in their everyday spaces. From reupholstered chairs that spark conversation (hello Taylor Swift Collection) to her journey as an entrepreneur and teacher, Wendy reveals the mindset shifts and creative risks that transformed her life and business.
Whether you’re a design lover, creative entrepreneur, or someone searching for the confidence to live more colorfully, We...
2025-09-1529 min
Made For More MomcastStorytelling that Sells: Aurora Gregory on Speaking with ImpactWhat if the right story could open doors, spark trust, and even sell without feeling salesy? In this episode of the Made for More Momcast, Shannon sits down with author and speaker coach Aurora Gregory to explore the power of storytelling that truly connects. Aurora reveals how to craft stories that don’t just inspire, but move people to action. Whether you’re pitching your product, sharing your brand, or simply wanting to speak with more confidence from a stage or a podcast mic, her practical tips will help you stand out, be remembered, and make an impact.
2025-09-0833 min
Made For More MomcastWhat Really Happened the Day I Was on The View (Behind-the-Scenes of My National TV Debut)In this episode, I share the raw, behind-the-scenes story of the day I appeared on the national TV show The View. You’ll hear how I got the opportunity, what it was really like to prepare for live television, the emotions of representing my brand on a massive stage, and the unexpected moments you never see on camera. If you’ve ever dreamed of national media coverage for your business, this is your all-access pass to the process, the pressure, and the payoff.
2025-08-1709 min
Made For More MomcastWhat It’s Really Like to Exhibit at the NY Now Trade Show Part 2In Part 2 of my NY Now Trade Show recap on Made for More Momcast, I’m sharing the results, takeaways, and unexpected moments from wrapping up my very first time as an exhibitor at this tradeshow. From following up with buyers and navigating wholesale conversations to the lessons I learned about making the most of every trade show opportunity, this episode is packed with insights for product-based business owners. If you’ve ever wondered whether NY Now is worth it, or how to turn trade show leads into long-term wholesale relationships, you’ll want to tune in.
2025-08-1606 min
Made For More MomcastNY Now Trade Show Secrets: Behind the Scenes Part 1In this episode of Made for More Momcast, I share the inside scoop on my very first time exhibiting at the NY Now Trade Show, one of the biggest wholesale gift and home market events in the country. From setting up our booth and networking with buyers to the surprises that happen when you put your brand in front of thousands, this is Part 1 of my unfiltered, behind-the-scenes recap. If you’ve ever thought about exhibiting at a trade show to grow your product-based business, you’ll want to hear these lessons, tips, and real-life moments.
2025-08-1509 min
Made For More MomcastInside My Shark Tank Pitch: What Really Happened Behind the ScenesIn this episode of Made for More Momcast, I’m taking you behind the curtain to the day I pitched our brand to Shark Tank. From the adrenaline rush of walking into the room, to the unexpected curveballs, to the lessons I learned about pitching big ideas with confidence , you’ll get the unfiltered story. Whether you’re a fellow mompreneur, a product-based business owner, or just a Shark Tank superfan, this episode will inspire you to think bigger, push past fear, and show up boldly for your dreams.
2025-08-1508 min
Made For More MomcastLeveling Up: How a Mastermind Group Transformed My Mompreneur JourneySpending a week with my mastermind group changed the way I see my business and myself. In this episode, I’m sharing the breakthroughs, strategies, and mindset shifts that came from being surrounded by other driven entrepreneurs and community with Julie Chenell's Digital Insider's Mastermind. You’ll learn why every mompreneur should consider joining a mastermind, how to find the right one, and how to turn collaboration into real business growth. Whether you’re running a handmade product brand, a Made in USA business, or any online store, this episode will inspire you to think bigger and take bolder steps.
2025-08-1411 min
Made For More MomcastThe Man in His Boxers and My Shark Tank Pitch: Finding Motivation in Unexpected PlacesOn the morning I was headed to pitch my business to Shark Tank, I never expected my biggest dose of motivation to come from a man standing in his boxers. In this episode, I share the hilarious and unforgettable story of that encounter and the powerful reminder it gave me about courage, confidence, and going after big opportunities. Whether you’re a mompreneur chasing a dream, preparing for a big pitch, or just needing a boost of inspiration, this episode proves motivation can show up anywhere.
2025-08-1405 min
Made For More MomcastMy First Trade Show: Lessons Learned as a Mompreneur Exhibiting in AtlantaEver wondered what it’s really like to exhibit at a major trade show for the first time? In this episode, I’m sharing my behind-the-scenes experience from the Atlanta Market...the wins, the mistakes, and the lessons I’ll take into every future event. From prepping a booth to making connections with wholesale buyers, you’ll get practical tips for any product-based business looking to break into wholesale. Whether you sell handmade goods, Made in USA products, or run an e-commerce brand, this episode is packed with advice for mompreneurs ready to step into the trade show world.
2025-08-1414 min
Made For More MomcastScaling Dreams: How I Took My Mom-Owned Product Brand from Kitchen Table to Customers Nationwide (Part 2)In part two of my startup story, I share exactly how I scaled my mom-owned business from small batches at the kitchen table to shipping Made in USA products nationwide and beyond. You’ll learn the growth strategies that worked, the mistakes that almost stopped me, and how I built systems to balance business, motherhood and homeschool. Whether you’re ready to scale your handmade business or take your e-commerce brand to the next level, this episode is packed with real-world tips and inspiration for mompreneurs who are made for more.
2025-08-1412 min
Made For More MomcastFrom Idea to Income: My Mompreneur Journey to Building a Made in USA Brand (Part 1)Every big business starts with a single spark and mine began at my kitchen table. In this first part of my startup story, I’m sharing how I went from a mom with an idea to a mompreneur building a Made in USA product brand that now reaches customers nationwide. You’ll hear the messy beginnings, the lessons I wish I knew sooner, and the steps I took to turn passion into profit... all while balancing business, motherhood and homeschool. If you’re a mom dreaming of starting your own business, this is the real, behind-the-scenes story you need to hear.
2025-08-1409 min
The Ezra Klein ShowWhen Is It Genocide?In December 2023, when South Africa accused Israel of genocide before the International Court of Justice, I thought it was wrong to do so. Israel had been attacked. Its defense was legitimate. The blood was on Hamas’s hands.But over the last year, I have watched a slew of organizations and scholars arrive at the view that whatever Israel’s war on Gaza began as, its mass assault on Palestinian civilians fits the definition of genocidal violence. This is a view now held by Amnesty International, B’Tselem, Human Rights Watch, and the president of the International Associ...
2025-08-131h 42
The Belfry NetworkHorror Addicts: Halloween Special - What Scares You?HorrorAddicts.net Season 19 #HorrorCon * Episode# 243 Horror Hostess: Emerian Rich Intro Music by: Valentine Wolfe ************************************ 243 | Halloween Special, What Scares You? | Fleischkrieg GUESTS: Mike Bennett, Penelope Flynn, Rish Outfield, Shannon Lawrence http://traffic.libsyn.com/horroraddicts/HorrorAddicts243.mp3 Find all articles and interviews at: http://www.horroraddicts.net "Boo to You" - Halloween Carol, listen to the entire carol special here: https://horroraddicts.wordpress.com/2016/09/23/horroraddicts-netbonushalloween/ 12-0 days till Halloween Music: "I Believe in Gnomes" Fleischkrieg
2024-10-311h 17
HorrorAddicts.netHorrorAddicts.net 243, Halloween Special - What Scares You?HorrorAddicts.net Season 19 #HorrorCon * Episode# 243 Horror Hostess: Emerian Rich Intro Music by: Valentine Wolfe ************************************ 243 | Halloween Special, What Scares You? | Fleischkrieg GUESTS: Mike Bennett, Penelope Flynn, Rish Outfield, Shannon Lawrence http://traffic.libsyn.com/horroraddicts/HorrorAddicts243.mp3 Find all articles and interviews at: http://www.horroraddicts.net “Boo to You” - Halloween Carol, listen to the entire carol special here: https://horroraddicts.wordpress.com/2016/09/23/horroraddicts-netbonushalloween/ 12-0 days till Halloween Music: “I Believe in Gnomes” Fleischkrieg https...
2024-10-191h 17
Pages n' PagesChapter 115: Fourth Quarter Book ReleasesIn this week's episode of Pages n' Pages, we talk about all the amazing books coming out in the remainder of 2023. Some of most anticipated books of the year are coming out in this quarter, so be prepared for some excitement!
What We’ve Read and What We Are Reading:
Stars in Your Eyes by Kacen Callendar. Thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for an advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.
King of Wrath (Kings of Sin #1) by Ana Huang
King of Pride (Kings of Sin #2) by A...
2023-09-122h 02
Advances in CareThe Psychologists: Focusing on the Treatment of Youth AnxietyClinical psychologists Dr. Anne Marie Albano and Dr. Shannon Bennett are no strangers to the trials of social anxiety, both citing formative experiences in their youth that have shaped their careers. With decades of combined experience in the field, the two have contributed to the gold standard for treatment of anxious youth using cognitive behavioral therapies. Dr. Albano and Dr. Bennett share details on the proven effectiveness of treating parents alongside children, as well as incorporating immersive group therapy. They discuss how well-meaning but overprotective parenting can create further avoidant tendencies in children and young adults, and they explore...
2023-05-0334 min
The Best Coach Ever PodcastDealing With Anxiety as a Business Owner With Naturopath Dr. Shannon BennettI’m SO excited to welcome Dr. Shannon Bennett back to the podcast! In this episode, we’re diving into a topic that *many* of you have requested: How to handle anxiety as a business owner.Dr. Shannon and I discuss common issues that entrepreneurs encounter (overworking, undereating, over-caffeinating… just to name a few) that can result in or contribute to heightened feelings of anxiety, and we share our experiences with anxiety that have led us to make serious lifestyle changes.You’ll get our best advice for managing and redu...
2022-09-271h 02The Ezra Klein ShowBest Of: Ruth Ozeki’s Enchanted Relationship to Minds and PossessionsToday we're taking a short break and re-releasing one of our favorite episodes from 2022, a conversation with the novelist and Buddhist priest Ruth Ozeki. We'll be back with new episodes next week!The world has gotten louder, even when we’re alone. A day spent in isolation can still mean a day buffeted by the voices on social media and the news, on podcasts, in emails and text messages. Objects have also gotten louder: through the advertisements that follow us around the web, the endless scroll of merchandise available on internet shopping sites and in the plentiful ai...
2022-07-2958 minThe Ezra Klein ShowLearning to Listen to the Voices Only You HearThe world has gotten louder, even when we’re alone. A day spent in isolation can still mean a day buffeted by the voices on social media and the news, on podcasts, in emails and text messages. Objects have also gotten louder: through the advertisements that follow us around the web, the endless scroll of merchandise available on internet shopping sites and in the plentiful aisles of superstores. What happens when you really start listening to all these voices? What happens when you can’t stop hearing them?Ruth Ozeki is a Zen Buddhist priest and the auth...
2022-01-2559 min
The Best Coach Ever PodcastHealing From Anxiety With Dr. Shannon BennettI’ve been pretty candid about my struggles with anxiety, and today I’m sharing an interview with the woman who is currently helping me overcome them: Dr. Shannon Bennett (@thehealthypsyche on Instagram)!During our conversation, you’ll hear about Dr. Bennett’s philosophy and how she treats her patients, and I’ll share what my experience has been like working with her. This episode is for you if you’re interested in learning more about the many benefits of naturopathic medicine and why it’s important to get to the root cause of mood disorders...
2021-10-121h 02
Rule Breaker by RebelleEP 01: Changing How People See Founders with Ellen Marie BennettWho—and what—comes to mind when you think of a typical CEO?
Maybe it’s a white guy in a suit with a serious look on his face… or maybe you think of Steve Jobs with the black turtleneck or Mark Zuckerberg and the grey hoodie.
And while those might be the typical CEOs of the past, the business world is changing and the future is female.
Today’s guest–and our first one ever on the Rule Breaker podcast!—is Ellen Marie Bennett—cook turned founder and CEO of Hedley & Bennett, the lea...
2020-10-2633 min
MORE ABOUT BIRTHMore About Birth Episode Twenty: Children at BirthShannon and Angie share practical ways to prepare your children for being a part of your birth. They share some great stories and some great books. This podcast is intended for educational purposes only please visit nc-midwifery and our podcast page for our full disclosure. The links for the books we shared as well as the video version of the podcast are available on "More About Birth Shannon Bennett" on YouTube. The Book Titles We are having a Home Birth by Kelly Mochel Hello Baby by Jenni Overend
2020-05-1929 min
Book BistroFavorite Paranormal BooksIf you're someone who loves long-running series, this week's episode is especially for you. Shannon, Stacy, Meka, Natalia, and Sara are discussing some of their favorite paranormal series as well as some series they're hoping to fall in love with some time soon. Series mentioned are:
Sarah J. Maas, Crescent City
Anne Bishop, The Others
Meghan Ciana Doidge, Dowser
Richelle Mead, Georgina Kincaid
Patricia Briggs, Alpha and Omega
Ilona Andrews, Kate Daniels
Seanan McGuire, October Day
Devon Monk, Allie Beckstrom
Hailey...
2020-04-1759 min