Munch and Mingle

Is there something in the air? Are y'all feeling it? This is not the episode I planned for, but above all I hope this episode finds you in good spirits and high hopes for whatever is about to come.Whenever there is time for change, I'm usually the last to follow it, but it has finally caught up to me, and I've had some pretty big realizations of certain things that need to change in my life, for my life right now.As always, I'm so grateful to have you guys here and for now it isn't a goodbye, it's just a see you later (:Howdy, Hey, Hello… Text Me here and let me know what you thought of this episode! Insta: @munchandminglepodcastE-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com

Get out your pen and paper or pull up your phone notes tab, we are going to be making some goals!Did y'all know that people who set specific goals are 10 times more likely to succeed then those who don't?Well I'm going to make sure that you are one of those people who SUCCEED! I've tried to include what I feel is going to help you most feel like you are staying on track and on purpose as we continue through the rest of the year! 3 more months! 3. MORE. MONTHS!Let's make this a great rest of the year! Don't forget to text me below in the link what your goals are for the month, I'm excited to be beside you hyping you up!Howdy, Hey, Hello… Text Me here and let me know what you thought of this episode! Insta: @munchandminglepodcastE-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com

The first of what I hope to be many, a little bit of help from Mr. Munch & Mingle himself, to talk all things football!As a former athlete, I wanted to get Brit's take on the newest major changes in college football including:- The New college Playoff format- The transfer portal and we also play a little game trying to get Brit's feel on some key players in the college football world!This is for sure the episode to help you with any football conversation you might come into over the weekend!Big Shout Out as always to Brit for coming on!Howdy, Hey, Hello… Text Me here and let me know what you thought of this episode! Insta: @munchandminglepodcastE-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com

The Pep talks of all Pep talks is here...well okay, a McKenna styled pep talk is here!We are almost exactly 3 months away from ending 2024 and if you know me, you know I am a planner, which means, let's get to planning!As always, after the summer detox I feel we need a good reset and I promise you are not going to want to miss this one!Don't forget to text me! Tell me what your final goal of the year is!Howdy, Hey, Hello… Text Me here and let me know what you thought of this episode! Insta: @munchandminglepodcastE-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com

How is it already that time of that year again? Yes, if you didn't know it, I love my birthday! And this year is the golden birthday, so we had to celebrate with an episode of course! But I also love my best friends and in particular, Carolyn Hedin. I'm so excited yall get to meet her, you'll love her!We decided to put together a list of the top 30 things we have learned as we approach our 30th birthdays!So sit back, grab a cookie and get ready to take some notes because these are some great tips with some great background stories too! (:Howdy, Hey, Hello… Text Me here and let me know what you thought of this episode! Insta: @munchandminglepodcastE-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com

I promised you a birth story, and you got it!But, I also wanted to do a middle of the summer check in, especially if you are along on this no social media challenge! Because if you haven't already, I've imagined you've hit some hard walls and I'm not sure why, but anytime I've done this challenge something new is presented and it's like, "Dang, this sucks!"Yet, once I'm through it, I'm so glad, because I realize I wouldn't have gone through it better, had I not been all in it, without social media!Here's the break down of the episode:Minutes 1 - 35 : Brigham's Birth StoryMinutes 35 - 39 : The good from this challengeMinutes 39 - 45 : The hard from this challengeAlso here's the link for that article I pulled from, about the social media study, it's a long one, but seriously, you gotta read it!https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/00332941231171034#bibr35-00332941231171034Howdy, Hey, Hello… Text Me here and let me know what you thought of this episode! Insta: @munchandminglepodcastE-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com

My all time favorite year book send off...H.A.G.S....Have a Great Summer!But not sure about y'all, it seems since being out of school, my summer's have been pretty blah!Not recently though and definitely not this year! Not this summer! I believe I have found the best way for you to truly Have a Great Summer!I'm so happy to be back on the pod! Thanks again for bearing with me these past few months! I'm so stoked for all the upcoming episodes we are gonna have coming up for you, so be sure to stay tuned for those, but until then...H.A.G.S-McKenna (:Howdy, Hey, Hello… Text Me here and let me know what you thought of this episode! Insta: @munchandminglepodcastE-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com

I love when Munch & Mingle gets to work its way through a family tree! Today I sit down with the sister in law of a past guest (Alyssa Mecham - The S Word).Corinne Mecham and I have never met in person until this episode, all I had heard about her was how awesome she was as a sister in law, a mother of 3 and she delivered all 3 naturally.I became intrigued and interested, especially with my past two birthing experiences, so I had some questions for Corinne.While we definitely talk about her experiences, what I wasn't expecting was how open and knowledgeable Corinne was in her answers and how she didn't make me feel like that was only one option to child birthing, but how ultimately to change my view on birthing as a whole!It's an INCREDIBLE episode for anyone who is wanting to have kids, pregnant or even has had kids already, because it's not just about birth, it's about moving forward in all things without fear!I can't wait for you to meet and love Corinne as much as I do!****Corinne's Insta: @corinnemecham Insta: @munchandminglepodcastE-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com

I can't wait for you to meet Blondie (yes, it's one of those friends again with the nicknames ;)  ) and hear her story. What I love so much about this episode is going through her timeline, because it's filled with so many redirecting. I think sometimes we think there is only 1 path to get to the 1 destination we want, but Blondie just reminded me of how redirecting is truly what can bring some of the most fulfilling and rewarding moments of growth in our lives.I hope as you listen, you can look for some redirecting times in your own life, whether in the past, right now or yet to come, but whenever, I hope this inspires you to welcome them and whatever is on the other side of them.Blondie also talks a lot about how she is still finding purpose in her own life as a SAHM but also in how becoming a Mom has made her feel even more full, which seems to be the opposite if you ask "the world" about becoming a Mom.You are definitely in for a treat!****Mikel's pages:@thebackdropshop_utah@learnandearnwithkel Insta: @munchandminglepodcastE-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com

And here we are again on the roller coaster ride that is through McKenna's head.Today I will be talking and catching you up on all things that have been going on during my 1st trimester of this 3rd pregnancy, a quick little pep talk on preparing for the Holiday Season and lastly, a topic that I heard this last week referring to the "Gray Area" and just what I think about that.And don't forget to check out this episode's sponsor, BetterHelp, and click this link for 10% off your first month of Therapy!https://betterhelp.com/munchandmingle Insta: @munchandminglepodcastE-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com

Hannah and I recorded this episode in the middle of the summer, right after we had attended Girls Camp.I'm so excited for you all to listen and to meet Hannah. She is one of the girls that everyone needs in their arsenal of confidants. Hannah talks about her time playing BYU rugby, meeting her husband, a very powerful lesson she learned (and teaches us) about the Savior and His Atonement and finally our whirlwind of a ride at Girls Camp and how everything in life truly happens for a reason.While we do jump around in this episode, quite a bit, I promise you will want to listen to the very end! Insta: @munchandminglepodcastE-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com

And just like that, it's Fall and our Social Media Detox is over!I wasn't originally going to post today, but didn't want to miss a time to remember what today is and what happened.I share a bit of the exciting news we have in our family at the moment and how this year's detox went!Don't forget to let me know how your summer went and also be sure to check out our sponsor, BetterHelp!Sign up and meet your therapist TODAY! 10% off your First Month!https://betterhelp.com/munchandmingle Insta: @munchandminglepodcastE-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com

Happy 1 year, Munch and Mingle!And what better way to celebrate then with a full on fan-girl moment! The one, the only, Julianne Donaldson!Julianne Donaldson is an award-winning author whose books have been published in over a dozen different languages. Her books, Edenbrooke and Blackmoore are definite must reads!Edenbrooke won awards for 2012 Best Novel by a New Author—Whitney Awards, 2012 Best Romance Novel — Whitney Award and was 2012 Book of the Year Award Finalist — Foreword MagazineBlackmoore was the Winner for, 2013 Best Romance Novel—Whitney Award, Winner, 2013 Best Novel—Whitney Award, and 2013 Best Romance Novel Finalist — Foreword MagazineShe loves to create magical experiences for others through storytelling and hosting unique events. She lives with her five children in Utah, where she marvels at the beauty of the mountains in every season. She is currently represented by Lane Heymont of The Tobias Agency.This was truly such an honor and pleasure to interview Julianne and I hope y'all enjoy getting to know the behind the scenes of her writing journey and where she is now, it's incredible!Spoiler Alert : 16:50 - 33:50 : Julianne and I go over the story plot and characters, if you haven't read the books it could spoil some of the elements of the book for you, so this is your warning sign (;If you'd like to purchase any of Julianne's books or connect with her, you can visit her website here:https://www.juliannedonaldson.com/ Insta: @munchandminglepodcastE-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com

It's McKenna, checking in on your summer, your detox, your everything!In this episode, I give one last shot at pushing a social media detox for yourself, an update from last year's Service Project and a little pre-party before next week's episode, where Munch and Mingle turns 1!Reminder: No new episodes in August so you have the whole month to catch up on any missed or favorite episodes from the past year! (:H.A.G.S********Past Episodes Mentioned:First Episode Ever! Introduction Episode - July 31, 2022Kiana's Episodes: Hair Girls - Kiana + Pancakes - Oct 18, 2022If it Happens, It Happens - Kiana + Body ArmorSeptember's Episode: The NICU - September + Trader Joe Pretzels - Sept 23, 2022Service Project Episode: Service Project Deets - Dec 14, 2022Detox Prep Episodes:Social Media Detox + Homemade Cornbread - Sept. 8, 2022The Detox - Round 2 : Protein Yogurt - May 29, 2023 Insta: @munchandminglepodcastE-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com

American's favorite Stake President is back!David and I go head first on the topics we've both been feeling recently that need to be addressed.Mortality.Getting back to the "spiritual" basics.Revelation.Navigating truth.This conversation spoke to my heart so much and I know it will yours too!Wanna catch up on David's last episode, where we go over his background and life?Episode: I Can't Wait to See What Happens Next - October 6th, 2022 Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Insta: @munchandminglepodcastE-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com

I cannot wait for yall to hear this episode!What was just a normal drive through Midway, like Britt and I always do, ended with me seeing a sign I never noticed before to not having one of the most coolest interviews with some of the coolest people.Cascade Academy is a residential treatment center that specializes in treating anxiety in teenage girls during some of their most critical years, between the ages of 13 and 18.This interview will be one that I never forget and that's thanks to the whole Cascade Academy Team but especially to Caleb (one of the Founders), LeaKae (Director of Admissions) and Bekah (CEO, Clinical Mental Health Counselor) who I sit down with today.We talk about how Cascade Academy was started, how it looks like and then also a little bit of what the girls go through and how they are helped.This can be a very touchy subject, but one thing I hope you get from this interview is that there always is a way. If you are suffering with anything debilitating in your life, just know there are so many resources.If you or anyone you know is a teenage girl who struggles with crippling anxiety, definitely check out Cascade Academy or even if you would like to support their efforts be sure to go to:https://cascadeacademy.com/Maybe you are suffereing with Anxiety, OCD, Depression but you arent an adolescent any more, something that I loved in this episode is the message that, if you think there is something wrong, there's no harm in getting it checked out.Research therapists in your area use DOPL, the state of Utah's website that verifies individuals with occupational or professional  licenses.https://secure.utah.gov/llv/search/index.htmlYou can even check out online services such as Betterhelp, which is an entire website with real, licensed therapists who connect with you all online vs. in office.https://www.betterhelp.com/Above all, just know this world is a better place with you in it, I too have my own issues with anxiety, specifically 'Mom Anxiety' and if there's one thing I got from this episode, it's okay to admit that and it's okay to admit I need help with that. Not only to help myself but to help my family.We're in this together, y'all! Insta: @munchandminglepodcastE-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com

The S word... trust me, it's not what you are thinking!This is an episode that I guarantee you will want to listen the whole way through!Frizz (not her given name (; ) walks me through her current life and how she is truly blooming where she is planted.Are you in a current situation or season that you are just wanting to get to the end of, then settle in because this episode will take you through all the emotions but what I love most is how Frizz really is able to remind us all that sometimes we have to sit in the season we are in and trust the Gardner, a.k.a God. We need to trust Him in His timing, rather than ours.This episode is so near and dear to my heart, especially at this time and I'm just so thankful for Frizz being so open and real on this episode, be sure to share this episode with anyone else who is going through a hard season in their lives, so that they know they are not alone.Links:Bucked Up Promo Code: Britthogan87 (10% off code)https://bckd.co/XwgiVeThttps://bckd.co/T3R5sIf (Free Sample!) Insta: @munchandminglepodcastE-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com

The Challenge of all Challenges is HERE!!!! (: The Detox Challenge!... specifically the Social Media Detox Challenge!The Detox is 100 days total: May 30th- Sept 7th!This is carrying on from my 1st time doing this challenge last year and loving the benefits and experiences I had last year, that I had to do it again! But maybe you don't want/need to detox from Social Media, but something else? Then come along with whatever it is you are wanting to take a break from and let's get it!And what better time to do it then the Summer?I promise the benefits of being off social media (or anything else for that matter) for an extended amount of time FAR OUTWEIGH the reasons for staying with it.I've included some tips this episode to help you make this as smooth as a transition as possible! I'm so excited for you to have the best summer! And even if you're seeing this episode after summer, you will never regret a detox in my humble opinion.So do it! Start now! And imagine where you'll be and how you'll be on the other side!Original Social Media Detox Challenge Episode: Sept 8, 2022Bucked Up Promo Code: Britthogan87 (10% off code)https://bckd.co/XwgiVeThttps://bckd.co/T3R5sIf (Free Sample!)Ashley Heatherington explanation of friends: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dtr3VtjHDIM    (Time Stamp: 2:46)Ashley Hughes Protein Yogurt video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fwX2rOO6XSw   (Time Stamp: 16:54) Insta: @munchandminglepodcastE-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com

Welcome back to McKenna's Head.Had a bit of swirling thoughts in my head, which always leads me to another TIMH episode. And honestly, I hope you love it as much as I do, it's a bit therapeutic! (;Today's thoughts include: My REAL relationship with food, how I'm learning to choose what really is the best thing for quality of my personal life, marriage and family (and just how much I am like Martha in the scriptures) and lastly, what mortality is really made up to be and reminding myself, I wanted this life, good and bad.Hoping there might be a little gold nugget y'all can pull away from one of these thoughts for yourself, but if not, as always thanks for listening and being here in this space! I love having you here! Insta: @munchandminglepodcastE-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com

Surprise! He's back! Mr. Munch & Mingle! And he's graduated! In none other than Exercise Science/Wellness so I pick Britt's brain on what is such a hot topic right now.To give you a hint, it's pretty simple, but that's the beauty of this life, isn't it?We tackle on 4 different Blocks that we feel make up "good health" Britton is so passionate about this topic and I can't wait for you to hear it!As always, we don't know your specific health diagnosis, so just know we are speaking in a very general way, so before making any drastic changes to your lifestyle or diet,  you should always check with your specific doctor or health professional! Insta: @munchandminglepodcastE-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com

Is anybody else feeling that shifting or stirring happening around them? Just me?I have to think someone else is feeling this. Something is calling us all to be a little less 'earthly' and a little more 'heavenly'. To not be mean, but to be kind.This was a topic I studied in my scriptures last week and felt very moved to share what I learned. What I thought was super cool is a lot of this episode was brought about, line upon line and I walked away receiving more then I had even started with!I know the same will happen with you, anything that you bring to the Lord, He is going to help you understand it, in time. The least we could do is remember why we are here in the first place and follow in our Savior's footsteps and to be kind to those around us.Upcoming Summer Schedule:May 29th: Beginning of Social Media Detox ChallengeJune/July: 1 episode every other week August: M&M Summer Break ( No new episodes ) Insta: @munchandminglepodcastE-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com

Trust me when I say, Linda is much more then just the Avon Lady! Come with me as we sit down with who is affectionately known in our house as, Grandmommy. The great-grandma to my boys, but also someone I'm so thankful I'm blessed to have in my life.We go through Grandmommy's timeline of starting at Avon and the ripe age of 47 and working all the way up and through the executive chain for almost 15 years.This is a great listen to for anyone who is currently feeling pressured on deciding to stay at home or to go to work.I think Grandmommy gives the perfect antidote to fix that problem! Insta: @munchandminglepodcastE-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com

Mikell is back! And I'm so happy she is! I had seen on one of Mikell's instagram stories that a recent change had happened in her life: She started homeschooling.Mikell will tell you that she was the last person that would ever think about homeschooling her kids. What I think is most amazing about this episode is how it really was, bit by bit, that Mikell's mind was opened to homeschool and how she now says her life has not only flipped right side up but her mental health has improved!I promise, whether you are thinking about homeschool or not at all, you need to hear Mikell's take on this!Past episodes: Mikell (#14: Placental Abruption)Past Homeschooling Episodes: (#9 - Called to Homeschool, #10 - She's Homeschooled and She's Normal)Mikell's Instagram: @mikellcolohan Insta: @munchandminglepodcastE-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com

This is an episode that every parent needs to hear for sure, but after listening through it multiple times (because yes, it's just that good) everyone needs to hear it!I talk with Alliesha today who is the owner of the Aquatics Academy, a swim school in South Jordan, Utah. Alliesha goes through how water has played a big part in her life, how her and her husband turned an old rec center into what is now known as The Academy/Aquatics Academy and how the very program she and her staff teach to kids, is the very thing that saved her own son's life.*Warning - During this episode, Alliesha explains two stories of children who found themselves in water without adult help, but were able to survive, thanks to Alliesha's method of survival float. This is a very raw and emotional part of the episode and can be very triggering to anyone who has lost a loved one to drowning. If you would like to skip through this, it begins at 28:32 - 32:28.If you can, I highly suggest listening through these stories as it does bring an awareness and urgency on the issue of helping kids learn to survival float/swim as soon as possible!*I'm so grateful to Alliesha for coming on and all she and her team is continuing to do to help so many families, including ours!Instagram: @aquatics.academyIf you would like to see the statistics on drowning that Alliesha mentioned in this episode, you can view those here:https://www.cdc.gov/drowning/facts/index.html Insta: @munchandminglepodcastE-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com

We've made it to Sunday! Easter Sunday! I'm so grateful to have had y'all along for the ride this week and just pray that you feel God's Spirit today ( and always) and rejoice in the fact that we have a Savior and He is Risen!Passion Week Devotional:https://www.thismotherhen.com/adult-passion-week-devotional/p/2022Scriptures mentioned: Luke 24: 1-9, John 20: 11-23, 3 Nephi 11: 3-10, 14-15Music included in this episode:Mark Magnuson - Easter Morning (Instrumental Music Acoustic Guitar) : 'I Know That My Redeemer Lives', 'How Great Thou Art', 'Be Still My Soul'Cain - Rise Up : 'The Commission' Insta: @munchandminglepodcastE-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com

Hi Ya, Saturday! The day that isn't talked about too much, and too often skipped over, trust me when I say, you don't want to skip this day or this episode!Come along with me as I study a 7-day devotional I found online, put together by Heidi Anderson (This Mother Hen) based on Passion Week, the week leading up to Jesus' crucifixion and resurrection.I will be posting an episode every day this week, as I go along Heidi's devotional, leading up to Easter!  From what I can already tell, this is going to be a week I never forget and I hope for you as well!If you would like to follow along, more in depth, you can purchase the 30 page, weeklong devotional from Heidi here: https://www.thismotherhen.com/adult-passion-week-devotional/p/2022Instagram: @thismotherhen Insta: @munchandminglepodcastE-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com

Good Friday. This episode might be my favorite so far, because it opened up my own heart and mind the most!Come along with me as I study a 7-day devotional I found online, put together by Heidi Anderson (This Mother Hen) based on Passion Week, the week leading up to Jesus' crucifixion and resurrection.I will be posting an episode every day this week, as I go along Heidi's devotional, leading up to Easter!  From what I can already tell, this is going to be a week I never forget and I hope for you as well!If you would like to follow along, more in depth, you can purchase the 30 page, weeklong devotional from Heidi here: https://www.thismotherhen.com/adult-passion-week-devotional/p/2022Instagram: @thismotherhen Insta: @munchandminglepodcastE-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com

How is it already Thursday? Today we get to witness Jesus' final remarks as he prepares surrender.Come along with me as I study a 7-day devotional I found online, put together by Heidi Anderson (This Mother Hen) based on Passion Week, the week leading up to Jesus' crucifixion and resurrection.I will be posting an episode every day this week, as I go along Heidi's devotional, leading up to Easter!  From what I can already tell, this is going to be a week I never forget and I hope for you as well!If you would like to follow along, more in depth, you can purchase the 30 page, weeklong devotional from Heidi here: https://www.thismotherhen.com/adult-passion-week-devotional/p/2022Instagram: @thismotherhen Insta: @munchandminglepodcastE-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com

Hey Wednesday! Bring the tissues today y'all because of course, I start crying! What's new though? (: And if you've been on the verge of crying or can't stop crying, this is the episode for you!Come along with me as I study a 7-day devotional I found online, put together by Heidi Anderson (This Mother Hen) based on Passion Week, the week leading up to Jesus' crucifixion and resurrection.I will be posting an episode every day this week, as I go along Heidi's devotional, leading up to Easter!  From what I can already tell, this is going to be a week I never forget and I hope for you as well!If you would like to follow along, more in depth, you can purchase the 30 page, weeklong devotional from Heidi here: https://www.thismotherhen.com/adult-passion-week-devotional/p/2022Instagram: @thismotherhen Insta: @munchandminglepodcastE-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com

Howdy Tuesday! Wear your good shoes today because we are headed back to the temple for a 2nd time and then up the hillside to the Mount of Olives!Come along with me as I study a 7-day devotional I found online, put together by Heidi Anderson (This Mother Hen) based on Passion Week, the week leading up to Jesus' crucifixion and resurrection.I will be posting an episode every day this week, as I go along Heidi's devotional, leading up to Easter!  From what I can already tell, this is going to be a week I never forget and I hope for you as well!If you would like to follow along, more in depth, you can purchase the 30 page, weeklong devotional from Heidi here: https://www.thismotherhen.com/adult-passion-week-devotional/p/2022Instagram: @thismotherhen Insta: @munchandminglepodcastE-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com

Hello Monday! Today we stop to watch Christ curse a Fig Tree and cleanse His Temple!Come along with me as I study a 7-day devotional I found online, put together by Heidi Anderson (This Mother Hen) based on Passion Week, the week leading up to Jesus' crucifixion and resurrection.I will be posting an episode every day this week, as I go along Heidi's devotional, leading up to Easter!  From what I can already tell, this is going to be a week I never forget and I hope for you as well!If you would like to follow along, more in depth, you can purchase the 30 page, weeklong devotional from Heidi here: https://www.thismotherhen.com/adult-passion-week-devotional/p/2022Instagram: @thismotherhen Insta: @munchandminglepodcastE-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com

Surprise! When I say the Spirit works with me last minute, I mean it!Come along with me as I study a 7-day devotional I found online, put together by Heidi Anderson (This Mother Hen) based on Passion Week, the week leading up to Jesus' crucifixion and resurrection.I will be posting an episode every day this week, as I go along Heidi's devotional, leading up to Easter!  From what I can already tell, this is going to be a week I never forget!If you would like to follow along, more in depth, you can purchase the 30 page, weeklong devotional from Heidi here: https://www.thismotherhen.com/adult-passion-week-devotional/p/2022Instagram: @thismotherhen Insta: @munchandminglepodcastE-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com

Would you believe that we are already 3 months through the year?I can't! The other day I was looking back on these months and feeling defeated, that all that hope and gusto that I had January 1st, was gone. I wondered what I would want someone to say to me in this moment, and after some deep thought and prayer, I'm thinking I found a great solution.To not just stop, after what we think was a 'bad 3 months' to instead really reflect on what we did, and then hit the reset button. Which could also mean revisiting and revising those goals we set at the beginning of the year and lastly, restarting!Who cares that its the last week of March and we are hitting that restart button, we are doing so with 3 months of knowledge and experience with us!Let me know what you think of this little method and don't forget to be kind to yourself, these are the hardest 3 months of the year, it's only up from here! Insta: @munchandminglepodcastE-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com

Get ready to celebrate! Lexi is so upbeat and so fun and gives you the energy that we all need on a Monday morning!I found Lexi on Instagram after a friend had posted about receiving one of her thank you cards and for some reason,  I was determined to find out who this girl was. I realize now how grateful I was to receive that prompting!Lexi and I talk about her many mantras to life, but especially how she has found so many ways to celebrate the small things in her life, to find many ways to love and thank people and above all, just bring good and light into your life!Not only does every college student need to listen to this, but especially anyone who has felt a little blah and dread in their life, Lexi will pump that right up for you!Lexi's Socials:Instagram & TikTok: @alexisgracie_ Insta: @munchandminglepodcastE-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com

Some of you may remember Kiana from my Hair Girls series, after that episode we didn't know when we would be seeing Kiana, as she was moving to Oklahoma, that night after our 1st episode.But then she was brought back for a surprise Baby Shower in September, and after one thing led to another, she ended up having to deliver her baby, and her and her husband, Janson have been here in Utah since then!Their story with their new baby boy, is incredible! But what I'm most inspired by is Kiana's ability to find the good in what really could be deemed an experience that is quite the opposite!I'm so excited for you to hear Kiana's full story and love her as much as I do! Insta: @munchandminglepodcastE-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com

The final brother of the Hogan trio is here! Joshua has such a unique story and quite a few experiences that we dive into today.Like most young adults, Joshua had a plan for himself, graduate, go on a mission, come home, go to college and get married, etc.What he didn't plan on was having all of those things completely rearranged! We talk through the experience of coming home early, getting broken up with and just feeling completely alone and having no clue what to do.As you'll hear, Joshua figures out that time is what he needed, even though he hated it then and still hates now when he has to go through it, he shares amazing stories that show how sometimes it's the waiting that actually helps us get the most out of our hardships and trials Insta: @munchandminglepodcastE-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com

If there is one thing for sure that is preached and advocated for on this podcast, it is follow your gut (and that little voice in your head)!When plans don't go to plan, before jumping to fill in the gap, stop for a second and think.That's the premise of the episode. An unplanned thought becoming an episode. I think with everything going on in our social and personal lives right now, we sometimes are told how to think or what to think and not trust our gut, especially when no one else is thinking that way.I share an experience that happened this week, that could have been nothing but ended up having a deeper meaning that I'd ever think.While it is short, I invite you, where ever you are, to follow your gut, your instincts and your intuition. Insta: @munchandminglepodcastE-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com

Have you ever seen someone in real life or online and you just are gravitated towards them and you don't know why?That's Brooke.And she's here, so buckle up! On this episode Brooke opens up about having being able to truly have a good work balance, things you learn about yourself as a newlywed and also how the world of social media is changing, but for the good. As you'll see this girl has got a lot of confidence, but she's also not afraid to admit it hasn't always been smooth sailing. And I love that about her!She does it with such a flair that is captivating but also gives real groundness that helps you see, all we really need in this life is to be real and somehow, we may just get on by.I'm so excited for yall to meet her!Please share this episode to anyone who you feel is in need of a laugh but also a good boost in the right direction!Insta:@brookeraybrown@brookebrownhair Insta: @munchandminglepodcastE-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com

Happy Love Day this week!Knowing this episode was going to be a day before Valentines Day, I really tried to think what about what we could talk about, and had a couple of different thoughts but couldn't narrow it down to one exactly.Which meant, it's time for another Thoughts In My Head episode.Of course the over arching theme is LOVE, but I hope of the various thoughts we talk about that one or all of them can resonate with you, know that you are not alone in what you face and as always just testifies how much YOU ARE LOVED. Insta: @munchandminglepodcastE-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com

With the month of February here, we are going to be feeling the LOVE all month long around here!I wanted to make sure we start off in a BIG way, which is why I'm so grateful to have one Charle Bell, do just that for us!She's known as the tanning lady in our family, but after listening to this episode, you'll want her as your best friend. If you are feeling down about yourself, your body included, this is the episode for you! Charle has such a real way of normalizing all the things that go through our heads, but carries such a strength about her that is infectious and inspiring and gives real life examples to help us out of that pit.Sit back and get ready to laugh, smile and above all, love yourself! Insta: @munchandminglepodcastE-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com

Ever wonder what its like to go through the NICU? In honor of Beau's birthday this week, (how has it been 1 year?!) we talk all about the NICU!Since being out of the NICU, I've held onto to some things and have pulled a couple of pointers away that I've been utilizing in life, and y'all it's been LIFE CHANGING! These little things may sound commonly known, but looking at how the NICU utilizes them, it makes me wonder, we on our earth we wouldn't think we need them in our lives as grown adults in the year 2023?Also, if you know of anyone in the NICU, be sure to reach out to them in some way this week, just letting them know you are thinking about them, being in the NICU can be one of the hardest and trying times in a new parent's life! Insta: @munchandminglepodcastE-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com

Meet Kamille, she is one of my childhood best friends, and someone who played a big part in shaping my life.After having a terrible experience in public school at a young age, Kami was moved to a private school, where she met a Mormon girl. Both were unaware of each other's religions, yet became (and still are) life long friends! After going to Beauty School and figuring out that was not the path for her, a quick job search landed her at a Daycare center, which resulted in her meeting the man of her dreams (a single dad) and them creating a life and a family together.Kami reminds us all that sometimes we have to let go of our original plan and trust in the Universe, trust in God and know that sometimes the plan you didn't plan on, is actually the better one all along. Insta: @munchandminglepodcastE-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com

It's been too long since Britt has been on the Pod, so he's back! And with a subject, that you may have felt like you have heard so much about, but I promise you'll want to stick around for the whole episode, because let's just say, Britt has a way with words.Britton and I dive into depression and anxiety, he was diagnosed back in Junior High and his journey through all of it, to where he is today is remarkable.I don't think we get to hear a lot about Depression and Anxiety from not only a man's perspective, but also a man who is a husband, a father and a college athlete. Please if you feel like you are suffering with Depression, Anxiety or any crippling mental or physical illness, please talk to someone! I mention in this episode how the calvary was ready when Britton hit a peak, and I know there are people who make up YOUR calvary ready to help you as well!I didn't mention in the episode, but a great source I have found, if you are looking for a licensed therapist to aide to your calvary is BetterHelp.com. It's basically digital therapy and its INCREDIBLE!And also, remember that there is a loving God, who is aware of you and when you feel like you are in the pits of despair, He is right there with you! Insta: @munchandminglepodcastE-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com

Season 2 is here! To start us off, we are back with none other than Ginger! Y'all loved her first episode (episode 7)  and I knew we had to get her back on to talk about something she is so passionate and persistent about.Have you set some goals for 2023? Weight Loss, maybe one of them? Whether it's weight loss, wanting to be outside more, cooking more at home, spending time off of your phone, this is the episode for you!Ginger has been such an inspiration to watch as she truly has been able to change her life, just by making a goal and she goes over it all with us in this episode!Be sure to share this episode with any and everyone you know who has made a goal and needs that extra push to keep going strong!You can connect with Ginger on Instagram: @gingerrferreira Insta: @munchandminglepodcastE-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com

The New Year always brings so much excitement, anticipation and hope as we look toward the endless possibilities that await us.Yet, somehow, January 2nd hits and a lot of us find ourselves already burnt out, discouraged and throwing in the towel.NOT THIS TIME!Come sit with me as I talk about how I plan out my year, right down to the day! I promise you will more productive and positive as you head into 2023 with this plan!And be sure to stick around for the end of the episode as I've got a little surprise for you on New Years Day that you won't want to miss!With this being the last episode of the year I have to send out a BIG thank-you for all of you being here! I have absolutely loved this journey and have got so much more in store for next year and can't wait to have you right along with me!Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Insta: @munchandminglepodcastE-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com

Have you ever felt a calling to do something, particularly for someone else? But then you probably were hit with doubt, uncertainty or just normal imposter syndrome?Me too!A lot of you have heard my experience that happened after my emergency c-section for the reason as to why this whole idea came about, so I want to fill you in on what happened these past 2 1/2 months of bringing about an idea, a service idea to hopefully help women who may find themselves in the same position I was.This has been an incredible experience that I will never forget and I hope after listening to this episode, that whatever feeling or thought you've felt tugging at your mind, that you FOLLOW IT and JUST DO IT!I promise, you won't regret every helping someone.*** Insta: @munchandminglepodcastE-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com

This week I'm going to introduce yall to someone who plays a very important role in our little families life: my Mother in Law.September, yes that's her real name, is in an incredible women and I mean it when I say I hit the jackpot for in laws! We dive into all of her growing up, but especially getting married and becoming a mom.September also shares some of her the hardest, yet best times for growth as a mother in this episode, that I think many of us can learn from.****Instagram: @september.hogan Insta: @munchandminglepodcastE-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com

It's pronounced Hue-gah, and it's gonna cure your seasonal depression!Have you felt that drag and dreariness as you look forward to January and February, the winter blues as I call them. Well have I got a solution for you!I heard of this word will doing a search on Pinterest for Christmas decorations, and the more I found out about it, the more I realized that this is gonna be a game changer.Come with me as I dive into Meik Wiking's book: 'The Little Book of Hygge' and a couple of YouTube videos that have truly helped me bring such joy and light into my life this past month and I know will get me (and you) through the Winter Blues! Insta: @munchandminglepodcastE-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com

Say hello to Munch and Mingle's longest episode...but what did you expect, it's my Mom? (:Yes, she's here, the one and only, my mother! Grab a snack or two or talk a super long walk as we try to jam pack 51 years (she let me say that!) into one episode! I promise though, if you stick around, I guarantee you'll walk away feeling good!While a lot of these things I know, there were a few that I even couldn't believe, you also get to see a different light of McKenna through the years, that really only my mom could portray (:After you get through the episode, be sure to call your Mom and tell her how much you love her!***Instagram: @heatherzachreson Insta: @munchandminglepodcastE-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com

The I Do sisters are here! And you are going to love them!They are now my adopted grandma's and they will happily be yours as well!I came across a newlywed cookbook in a thrift store a couple of months ago and something about it sparked my interest, well since then I've gone on to practically cook almost of the recipes and they are HEAVENLY!Because of that, I was determined to find who put this book together and was absolutely thrilled when I did, but more than that, I was completely ecstatic to then be able to have them agree to come on my podcast and talk to yall about the importance of family, being together, cooking and of course, enjoying what you eat!Be sure to look out for their new cookbook, 'All about Family' coming soon! But in the meantime, be sure to check out their website www.idocook.com and pick yourself up an I Do cookbook, you won't regret it!***Where to Purchase "The I Do Cookbook": www.idocook.com Insta: @munchandminglepodcastE-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com

Grab the tissues, some frozen hot chocolate and put on your dancing shoes, because it's time for y'all to meet Sharla.What should have been just a random, one time visit to a ward on a Sunday, turned into a lifelong sisterhood. Sharla has had to go through a lot of things in her life, but one of the hardest ones most recently was losing her Dad to cancer in April 2020.  She is one of the happiest people I know and I can't wait for you to hear that, but also get to hear the real and raw emotion that she still works through everyday still, while grieving the lose of a parent.***Insta:@small_steps_and_big_changes Insta: @munchandminglepodcastE-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com