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Text Me Here!!!Anyone else feeling a little exhausted? Just me? Well good news, this is the week we get to soak it all in, The Christmas Spirit is knocking at our door ready to take over! So I hope you find time to take it all in this week!This morning we are going through Brother Webb's talk, and I learned that I really want to be a better teacher, but even more a better learner. I loved this talk. At first glance I wasn't sure how I'd feel about this, but after going through it and alongside the Teaching in The Savior's Way Manual, which spoiler alert, Brother Webb pulls from his entire talk, it was so eye opening!I hope I do it even a little justice, but mostly I hope that the Spirit can testify to you what you need to hear today. It did to me and I'm so grateful it did!Have a great day and a great week!*****Links: Brother Webb's Talk: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2025/10/22webb?lang=engAnother Great Talk from Brother Webb: https://www.byui.edu/speeches/commencements/chad-h-webb/scatter-the-cows-july-2025Teaching in The Savior's Way Manual: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/teaching-in-the-saviors-way-2022?lang=eng E-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com Insta: @munchandminglepodcast

Text Me Here!!!Happy Monday! We are into the Saturday Afternoon Session of Conference! I apparently am so excited I forget to grab a munchie for today's episode!But for real, this talk by Elder Rasband....MIND BLOWING! I get off on another sub thought, but it's so good, you might just like at the Family Proclamation a little bit differently...in the best way!I did a little bit of a different style of an episode today, because I really wanted you, like the title of Elder Rasband's talk to hear God's words. So why yes it's mostly reading for me today, I hope you are hearing. Hearing what God needs you and wants you to hear today.Cool sidenote: This is my 95th episode! Tell me why the #95 is significant today :)*****Links:Elder Rasband's Talk: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2025/10/21rasband?lang=engElder Rasband's Bio: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/ensign/2016/04/elder-ronald-a-rasband-gifted-leader-devoted-father?lang=eng E-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com Insta: @munchandminglepodcast

Text Me Here!!!Wow! What an amazing 12 days it has been!Thank you for coming along every day, it's been so fun to be on with you and now we are here!I kept going back and forth on what the last episode for our 12 Days should be, but I ultimately decided on talking about the one thing that has transformed and helped this year to turn out as one of the best years, which is in thanks due to: Goal Setting.I'm not sure if it's just dull to hear about setting goals, especially at the beginning of the year, but I'm honest in saying, if you do this right, and lay out all the areas you want to see acheievement in, it will produce such an incredible feeling of accomplishment and worth! That's why I decided we had to talk about it.We go through the reasons I've found goal setting to be beneficial, why it's crucial to writing down your goals, (and not just once, but multilple times) and then we even go over my goals from this year and how they turned out and what I'm setting for next year.Let me know what you'll be setting for your goals this year, I'll be your accountability partner!Above all, have a great rest of 2025! And thank you for being here! E-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com Insta: @munchandminglepodcast

Text Me Here!!!We are so close to the end, so let's talk about everyone's favorite topic : Money (;Okay, it might not be our favorite topic, but we need to talk about it, especially as we head into a new year.So I share with you what Brit and I have found to work for us and hopefully it can help you and above all, bring more security and structure into your life and for your house.Let me know what you think!*******Links:Spark Driver Referral:  E-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com Insta: @munchandminglepodcast

Text Me Here!!!Holy cow!!! It's already been 10 days?!?Well you might just maybe still have some last minute Christmas Shopping to do, and have I got the gift for you....a bar of soap. But not just any bar of soap, a handmade, wonderfully curated, great for either your crunchiest or silkiest friend alike!Today on the pod, we talk to Elizabeth, who is the owner of BareSpring Bubbles. I met her last year at the Women's Wellness Summit, and it wasn't until after trying some of her soap, that I had to get in touch with her to get more. By doing so I not only got to understand more about her incredible line of products, but I also got to meet her and y'all...she's incredible! She is truly open to anyone and everyone about her business, no gatekeeping here. She wants to talk to anyone that wants to listen, and you can feel that in all that she says and does.You definitely need to go check out her website and try one of her products, I'm still dying at how amazing this candle that she brought smells!******Links:Website: https://barespringbubbles.com/Elizabeth's Email: elizabeth@barespringbubbles.com E-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com Insta: @munchandminglepodcast

Text Me Here!!!We are almost through our 12 days, so what better way to start off Day 9 then talking about traditions?Why do we even do traditions? We talk about that.What should we even do as a tradition if we don't have kids or aren't married? We talk about that.Why can't I find the motivation to wrap all these Christmas Presents? ...Well we don't talk about that exclusively, but this episode would be a great one to listen to while wrapping presents :DMake sure to tell me your favorite traditions around this time of year, I seriously could listen to them all day! E-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com Insta: @munchandminglepodcast

Text Me Here!!!Happy Monday and Happy Day 8!Today's Conference talk we go through is Elder Uchtdorf's "Do Your Part with All Your Heart"I strongly suggest going through his whole talk on your own, because today I take one of his thoughts and go off onto a whole side tangent and something that was really pressing into my heart.I hope it was something you needed to hear today too!Let me know any thoughts you had while reading this talk, I love to hear them!****Links:Elder Uchtdorf's Talk: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2025/10/16uchtdorf?lang=engSister Uchtdorf's Bio and talk:https://www.deseret.com/2008/10/18/20380254/a-knock-on-the-door-forever-changed-sister-uchtdorf/https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/broadcasts/worldwide-devotional-for-young-adults/2025/02/12uchtdorf?lang=aseChristmas Cookies Recipe:http://www.bakedperfection.com/2011/12/candy-cane-blossoms-ii.html E-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com Insta: @munchandminglepodcast

Text Me Here!!!Happy Sabbath! And....Happy Day 7 of our 12 days! I'm so excited to share with your this activity that I got from one of my Young Women leaders! She would write a letter at the end of the year to Christ, telling Him what she was going to give to Him as a gift that next year.Now how do you give a gift to the One who gave you everything? More times than not, He is wanting more time with you. So instead of just vaguely telling him what we are gonna give Him, let's be intentional and lets give him a well thought out, planned, intentional gift!I've got some ideas for you, but let me know what you come up with!*****Links:The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry: https://www.amazon.com/Ruthless-Elimination-Hurry-Emotionally-Spiritually/dp/0525653090/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&dib_tag=se&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9._QSOabtYwXQWFkK_6KM-YGwAQ6IpBSZHIYWAqyFYvBY8gRuV2KgH1q-24BCXH7soX8zhlKGxO7bsJyaPgHntG-5P7eo0Mw6eNldujMNqBNYB6Iz-KJOvMqaSrPCY5fuPtVmUc9sBb4xf0Ge2XDpzVH9nuQk2-qA2X5JTmwUwhUoTe4SUEtnpGdxrRetIR4WaelGOEvdLl8muQB4SUboXrHxvKY5_V7dRrzMqa_K_UtY.zdQmocQP9DbGqUeiUKonQ1_d7a96xS_AWwacdUhz79k&qid=1765118092&sr=8-1 E-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com Insta: @munchandminglepodcast

Text Me Here!!!Welcome to Day 6....and to the Munch & Mingle Vault!Today we have the episode that has been being held for a special day...today is that day! Minnie and I recorded this episode near the end of 2024, right before I ended up needing to step back from Podcasting.So I waited, and waited, and waited...and about a week ago, something had happened and all of a sudden that ping came that it was time!It was so fun to go through this episode again, especially since I think Minnie has such a good way of looking at depression from a women's view.Minnie's Insta: @mckenziemack E-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com Insta: @munchandminglepodcast

Text Me Here!!!Happy Day 5!It's a bit of a short episode but such a good one!Today we bring on the munch and mingle mini's, the 3 B's, our 3 little guys!I love how you get to see their personalities so perfectly in this episode! Definitely find a way today to document right where your kids are, because already the boys have been asking to listen to their episode! E-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com Insta: @munchandminglepodcast

Text Me Here!!!Howdy Day 4 of our 12 Days of Podcasting!Today we are heading into Munch & Mingle's kitchen, metaphorically, because if we tried to in real life, all I see is a microphone landing in a hot pot! :DI'm going to share with you one of our creations, that is made possible by a past guest's family recipe! And I just think this recipe could in fact end up at one of your holiday parties this month!Let me know what you think, you definitely got to try this!*****Links:Charle's episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/why-not-you-charle-chewy-nerds/id1637367366?i=1000598193592Recipe for Italian Seasoning: https://www.wholesomeyum.com/how-to-make-italian-seasoning-mix/ E-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com Insta: @munchandminglepodcast

Text Me Here!!!Hello Day 3 of our 12 Days of Podcasting!And hello to McKenna's Beauty Corner! We are gonna talk all things happy, healthy hair and how I know you can have it!We are gonna go through the technique and products I've found to help you get healthy hair....and it might not be what you think it is!And while yes I would love to see you in my own chair, but I want you to know you can do this at home!So, let's get into it and let me know what you think! E-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com Insta: @munchandminglepodcast

Text Me Here!!!Welcome to Day 2 of our 12 Days of Podcasting!Today we are talking all things Advent, is there a difference between a Christmas Advent and a Christmas Bucket List...you bet!I'll share what our family is doing through this month, but if you take away anything from this episode, whether you have kids or not, definitely commit to doing something to not only build the anticipation up to Christmas, but also to remember the reason for the season!And be sure to text or email me what you are planning for this month!Happy Advent-ing!****Links:Scripture Countdowns: https://lds365.com/2017/11/30/scripture-a-day-advent-calendar-for-december-2/https://www.etsy.com/listing/4398909104/lds-christmas-countdown-lds-christmas?gpla=1&gao=1&&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=shopping_us_-art_and_collectibles&utm_custom1=_k_CjwKCAiAlrXJBhBAEiwA-5pgwqxznunls89y5NV3PGxy6sRuZHSrhGe-4D5giWvoMeqYJyw-mF8DjBoC_esQAvD_BwE_k_&utm_content=go_22555721191_179700250499_751770838926_pla-314954651933_c__4398909104_12768591&utm_custom2=22555721191&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22555721191&gbraid=0AAAAADtcfRIqCXxBlmoAHLk070k7AJ4dp&gclid=CjwKCAiAlrXJBhBAEiwA-5pgwqxznunls89y5NV3PGxy6sRuZHSrhGe-4D5giWvoMeqYJyw-mF8DjBoC_esQAvD_BwECrafts for Kids:https://www.pinterest.com/pin/241224123787253967/ https://www.preschoolplayandlearn.com/christmas-name-craft-for-preschoolers/ https://mamapapabubba.com/2014/11/20/decorate-a-play-dough-christmas-tree-play-kit/https://www.pinterest.com/pin/633387443960698/https://www.preschoolplayandlearn.com/christmas-tree-science-experiment-dissolving-peeps/https://pin.it/6lYvJ42NzCookie Recipes:http://www.bakedperfection.com/2011/12/candy-cane-blossoms-ii.htmlhttps://www.pinterest.com/pin/241224123785579218/https://www.courtneyssweets.com/rolo-pretzels/#wprm-recipe-container-21664Movie Nights + Dinner:https://inspiringmagicalmemories.com/the-santa-clause-themed-dinner/https://www.pinterest.com/pin/241224123786744658/https://slimmingviolet.com/christmas-snack-mix-recipes/Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer Movie:https://youtu.be/SqQeHVpx08w?si=K1eQNeec4-jGPyjf E-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com Insta: @munchandminglepodcast

Text Me Here!!!Another Monday...Another Conference Talk...and I'm not mad about it at all!And also Day 1 of 12 Days of Munch & Mingle!Today we go through Elder Johnson's conference address and I say it every week, this might be my new favorite talk! Elder Johnson used to be a forensic accountant and so it would make sense why the word 'reconcile' would stick out to him.But his talk goes so much deeper about our relationship with the Savior than I expected and yet I walked away with so much more emotion and motivation to guard my connection with the Savior and Heavenly Father and do all I can to strengthen it.He also uses an analogy with a cherry shaker, have y'all seen one of those things before? I've got a link for you below!Also, I linked another talk of Elder Johnson's, a BYU speech from 2022, it is a MUST READ! It will change how you are viewing your priorities!Let me know your thoughts or any other inspirations that came to you while you were studying this talk.***Links:Elder Johnson's Conference Talk:https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2025/10/17johnson?lang=engElder Johnson's BYU Speech: https://speeches.byu.edu/talks/kelly-r-johnson/conquering-lifes-daily-distractions/Cherry Shaker Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mDVY053vTeA&t=53s E-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com Insta: @munchandminglepodcast

Text Me Here!!!Anyone else just loving this session of Conference so much! We've been talking about hearts a lot, and so I'm so grateful to see the trend continue through Elder Eyre's talk about knowing who we are deep down inside, but also a great reminder to once again, Pray...and pray like never before!I also found out I'm related to Elder Eyre, distant, but still pretty cool! :D Let me know what your thoughts were on this talk and anything that stuck out to you!***Elder Eyre's Talk: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2025/10/15eyre?lang=engElder Eyre's Bio: https://www.thechurchnews.com/leaders/2025/07/12/elder-brik-eyre-general-authority-seventy-bio-april-2025-mexico-guatemala-mission/Susan H Porter's Talk: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2021/10/24porter?lang=engMotel West: https://www.motelwestutah.com/ E-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com Insta: @munchandminglepodcast

Text Me Here!!!Anyone else noticing a theme with these first 3 conference talks?!Today, we work through Elder Barcellos talk "The Lord Looketh on the Heart" and not only did Elder Barcellos hit it out of the park, he provided us with a spiritual heart test that we work through today as well!It's so fascinating to me how the theme through conference so far, is constantly reminding us to look at the status and standing of our hearts!It's just a reminder to me, that whatever is here and yet to come, we have got to make sure that our heart KNOWS the Savior and that we are striving to do all we can to keep it in tune with Him.Let me know what your thoughts and impressions were from this talk!Today's links:Rise Zion Podcast Episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pD4ndBwXzuEElder Barcellos Talk: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2025/10/14barcellos?lang=engElder Barcellos Bio: https://www.thechurchnews.com/leaders/2025/05/10/elder-ronald-barcellos-general-authority-seventy-bio-2025-legacy-of-faith/Song of the Week: Strive to Be & McKenna Hixson: Healer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s6kDqGyU6yU&list=RDs6kDqGyU6yU&start_radio=1 Insta: @munchandminglepodcastE-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com

Text Me Here!!!Oh, this talk was a real treat!Come along with our Primary Chorister, Mikayla and I as we go through Sister Browning's most recent conference talk!Mik and I have only recently got to know each other, but after this episode I feel like I've known her forever....and also that I need to join this year's Christmas choir! :DSinging has always been one of those things I've claimed that you either have it or you don't... after going through this talk and hearing Mikayla's thoughts, I realize I've been a bit off base. I also realize, one of my new favorite heroes in church history, is Aurelia Spencer Rogers.I hope you feel the same after listening, let me know if we missed anything or thoughts/impressions that came to your mind!Resources:Sister Browning's Talk: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2025/10/13browning?lang=engHow Singing can benefit Health & Mental Well Being: https://www.singupfoundation.org/about-singing-for-mental-health/understanding-singing-for-mental-health/singing-health?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=1838488481&gbraid=0AAAAAC1OpUcAxGOfIgDOAg3Pqiy0lQCit&gclid=Cj0KCQjw9obIBhCAARIsAGHm1mRGmk58y3VkwLzijQI8TA3KF1mi6cI7zfoGTHPoH27-bY6LI4reuf0aAuaHEALw_wcBAurelia Spencer Roger's Autobiography: https://archive.org/details/lifesketchesofor00roger/mode/2upAurelia Spencer, condensed historical statement: https://www.churchhistorianspress.org/the-first-fifty-years-of-relief-society/part-3/3-30?lang=engMikayla's Instagram: @mikjohnsonwrites Insta: @munchandminglepodcastE-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com

Text Me Here!!!Date Night + Conference Talk = My Favorite Time!I had this thought that rather than just talk about how great confenrence was, we really need to dive into it together! Welcome to The GenConf series! We are starting it off, not only with the first talk of this most recent General Conference, Elder Stevenson's 'Blessed Are the Peacemakers' but also with my favorite person, my eternal partner for life, Britton Hogan.Y'all, I love getting to have conversations like these with Britton, so to finally have one recorded is something I will just hold so close to my heart forever!But I hope you enjoy the things we were able to pull out from this talk and please tell me your thoughts or other things you pulled out from Elder Stevenson's talk.You can find the whole conference address here: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2025/10/12stevenson?lang=eng Insta: @munchandminglepodcastE-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com

Text Me Here!!!Conference Weekend was here and now its gone...or is it?So many times I've been able to try and gather what information or quotes I could out of conference, only to then not think about it again until 6 months later when the next General Conference is here.Not any more! Last April, I had a super strong feeling to really go through all the talks at Conference and look for an answer to a question I got from an invitiation we received from our Prophet.Y'all! It was so amazing that I realized then just how important it is to listen and study the words of our Prophet, Apostles and other Auxiliary leaders! But that was 6 months ago...now it's these new talks that we need to focus on for what we will go through these next few months!I'll go through just how I think you can do that, and I've also had some other interesting thoughts on things that popped up on my phone this weekend!Let me know which talk or thought stuck out to you the most or what invitation you'll be following and studying with!Song of the Week: Hear Him - Emma Nissen Insta: @munchandminglepodcastE-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com

Text Me Here!!!Have you felt it? The heaviness? The numbness? All in all, it's been a couple of hard days and now moving on into weeks. No matter where you're standing, you've most likely be affected in some way by the assassination of Charlie Kirk.I know I have, so I've been trying to put into words and feelings of how I'm attempting to process it all and move forward and at least for right now, I've been able to gain a little traction from an incredible scripture study I had the day after. I hope you're able to pull something away from it too or maybe you've had other thoughts that have been on your heart and mind? Let me know, I'd love to hear them! Email me or text me!Song of the Week: Josiah Queen - The Prodigal Insta: @munchandminglepodcastE-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com

Text Me Here!!!Guess who's back?!? It's almost been a year! And what a year it's been! Come along as we talk about all the things I've learned as well as gained, we highlight some goals as well as making the rest of the year go out with a bang and it's the end of Summer, which you know what that means....Social Media Detox. But I did a little twist on the detox this year, as I realize it's not just Social Media that has our attention, but just the doom scrolling alone that is holding us captive!I'm so excited to be back, bear with me as we get into the groove again! Don't forget to reach out and let me know what you want to talk or hear about it, I'm here for it all! I've missed you so much and it's great to be back! Insta: @munchandminglepodcastE-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.com

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