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The Coffee + Crumbs Podcast is your companion for kitchen cleanups, stroller walks, or the daily carpool hustle. Join hosts Ashlee Gadd, Katie Blackburn, and Jill Atogwe as they chat about the beautiful, holy work of motherhood. We hope you leave this show feeling safe, known, encouraged and loved.
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Candid conversations with creatives all about how to own your design, pursue your path, and live your creative BEST life. Are you craving community and connection with other creatives? Me too! Being a creative doesn’t have to be isolating. In fact, it shouldn’t be. I believe we do our BEST creative work in community, not isolation. I’m your host, Megan Sjuts. I’m a graphic designer turned creative coach and I’m on a mission to bring out the creative BEST in others by helping them connect to ...
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Launching Our Kids with Krista Gilbert and Sonya Spillmann
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Get the tissue box out, because today we’re feeling ALL THE FEELS as we talk about launching kids into the world. Katie chats with C+C’s mentor mom Krista Gilbert and C+C writer Sonya Spillmann, both of whom hate to admit the adage is true: the days are long but the years are short. You’ll hear how these seasoned moms are leaning into the highs and…
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Forget the bounce houses and goody bags, today we’re talking about OUR birthdays. From the simple gift of heartfelt cards to how we really feel about surprise parties, today we’re diving into the art of celebrating. You’ll also hear why Ashlee’s recent birthday was a smashing success (spoiler alert: clear communication is key!), and why Katie is fu…
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The Parenting Hope We All Need Right Now with Sissy Goff
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Friends, grab your notepad and pen before you hit play on this one. Licensed professional counselor, renowned author, and co-host of the Raising Boys and Girls podcast Sissy Goff (!) is with us today—and you’re going to want to write down everything she says. Sissy is both a beacon of light and a wealth of tangible advice. We chat about fostering d…
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How do we guide our kids as they grow up in a world where the internet is infused in practically everything they touch? Today, renowned researcher Dr. Jean Twenge joins us for an eye-opening conversation about how smartphones are affecting kids—and also us. We chat about the link between social media and depression, how boys and girls are influence…
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Does getting your entire family around the table feel impossible at times? Between long commutes and conflicting sports schedules, nursing babies and pure exhaustion, there are plenty of reasons why we struggle to get around the table—even though we know it matters. According to Katie’s stellar research and our own at-home attempts, eating together…
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Tap, tap. Is this thing on? We’re officially back after a looooong (unplanned) break, which is why we’re kicking this episode off with an official State of the Podcast address. Thank you for your grace and patience with us! Today we’re diving into the annoyances that don’t bother us (as much) as they once did. You’ll hear how Ashlee’s no longer rat…
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Little Things That Are Actually Big Things
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From friendship gestures to body confidence to learning how to rest, in this episode we share a few small acts—done by us and others—that have left a big mark. Ashlee acknowledges the gift of putting down forks and being fully present, Katie gives us the lowdown on the five-minute phone call, and Jill shares her conviction to finally put on the swi…
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Is there anything better than reading a good book over summer vacation? Today, we’re sharing our latest favorites—from easy-breezy reads to life-changing memoirs. Whether you gravitate toward practical non-fiction, or prefer the poetry of a well-written novel, we’ve got you covered. We hope these recs inspire you to head to the library (or fill up …
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Today we’re talking about the important–and sometimes misrepresented–topic of adoption. Katie chats with Becky (an adoptive mom) and Jamie (an adoptee) about the complexities and layers of this calling that most of the world never sees. Becky shares the steep learning curve of being an adoptive parent, but also the undeniable gifts and joys God has…
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Finding Creative Inspiration All Around You with Daphne Bamburg
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How do we find creative inspiration in the world around us? In this episode of Live Creatively, I’m chatting with my friend, Daphne Bamburg. Daphne is a graphic designer, wardrobe stylist and creative soul living in Austin Texas. She’s the founder of Strong Word Studio, an inspirational paper goods line as well as Auxiliary Closet, an online vintag…
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Let's Talk About Friendship with Laura Tremaine
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From soccer mom acquaintances to soul sisters, today we’re talking about different kinds of friendships and all things friendship with author and podcaster, Laura Tremaine. We chat about making friends a priority, believing the best in each other, and the less fun (but necessary!) stuff like navigating DTRs, friendship reckonings, and even break-up…
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From the nitty gritty logistics to the right heart posture, today we’re talking all things hospitality. Sparkling floors and perfectly fluffed pillows: optional. Inviting people into our homes, as is, for real connection and real conversation: essential. Whether you enjoy cooking a beautiful three-course meal, or you’d rather serve store-bought coo…
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Cultivating Harmony between Work and Rest with Shelley Tyson
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How do we cultivate harmony between work and rest in our lives? In this episode of Live Creatively, I’m chatting with Shelley Tyson. Shelley is an entrepreneur, wife, mom, and pianist. She has been a life coach for female entrepreneurs looking to cultivate harmony in their work and home rhythms. Shelley is passionate about seeing women thrive in th…
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We vacuum crumbs only to have little hands drop more on the floor, and we try to figure out what’s for dinner (again!). At times, the monotony of being a mom can leave us wondering: does this even matter? Today, Jill and Katie talk with Coffee + Crumbs writer and author of All Who Are Weary, Sarah Hauser, who reminds us that although so much of mot…
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Breaking Free from Fear and Anxiety with Christy Boulware
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How can we break free from fear and anxiety in a world that feeds it? In this episode of Live Creatively, I’m chatting with Christy Boulware. Christy is first a passionate follower of Christ. She is also a wife and a mom of three. With a deep desire to set women and teens free from the chains of fear and anxiety, Christy leads a non-profit organiza…
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What We're Learning About Motherhood + Creativity
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After a loooong winter hiatus, we’re back just in time to celebrate the launch of Ashlee’s book, Create Anyway, which is now officially out in the wild (!). From infusing art into the most mundane tasks to reframing creativity as a posture, today we’re chatting about how creativity has changed us (and our mothering!) for the better. Plus, Katie and…
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Pursuing Creativity in the Margins of Motherhood with Ashlee Gadd
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How can we pursue creativity in the messy margins of motherhood? In this episode of Live Creatively, I’m chatting with Ashlee Gadd. Ashlee is the author of Create Anyway: The Joy of Pursuing Creativity in the Margins of Motherhood and the founder of Coffee + Crumbs—a beautiful online space where motherhood and storytelling intersect. As a writer an…
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Marketing Strategies for Your Creative Business with Natalie Blenkush
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Have you ever found yourself struggling with how to market yourself or your businesses as a creative? In this episode of Live Creatively, I’m chatting with Natalie Blenkush. Natalie is a messaging and marketing coach and host of the Wildly Aligned Marketing podcast. She's on a mission to help women consistently find & attract the right clients onli…
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The Creative Consequences of Imposter Syndrome with Bre Clark
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We’ve likely all dealt with imposter syndrome at some point in journeys, but have you ever considered how it may be negatively impacting your creativity? In this episode of Live Creatively, I’m chatting with Bre Clark. Bre is a seasoned multimedia journalist and news personality. Her time living the hustle and bustle of broadcast news and the press…
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Walking Boldly & Freely in Your Creative Calling with Kat Armstrong
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How do we walk boldly and freely in our callings as creatives? In this episode of Live Creatively, I’m chatting with Kat Armstrong. Kat is the co-founder of the Polished Network to embolden women in their faith and work. She is a powerful voice in our generation as a sought-after Bible teacher and innovative ministry leader. She holds a master’s de…
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The Enneagram + Exploring Who You're Created to Be with Meredith Boggs
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How can the Enneagram help us make a careful exploration of who we were created to be? In this episode of Live Creatively, I’m chatting with Meredith Boggs. Meredith is the author of The Journey Home and host of The Other Half Podcast where she transparently shares real life that doesn’t make the highlight reel. Listen in as Meredith and I chat abo…
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Leveraging the Power of Pinterest + Content Strategy with Alayna Perrault
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How can we leverage the power of Pinterest and content marketing to strategically grow our creative businesses? In this episode of Live Creatively, I’m chatting with Alayna Perrault. Alayna is a Pinterest and content marketing specialist. She helps creative entrepreneurs generate leads, grow their audience, and increase revenue using a strategic ap…
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How to Grow Your Service-Based Business with Shay Brown
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How do we continue growing our service-based businesses without getting buried in all the day-to-day operations? Happy New Year and welcome to Season Two of Live Creatively! We’re kicking things off in this episode with Shay Brown. Shay is the COO and Co-Founder of the Bucketlist Bombshells, a multi-million dollar online educational community that …
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In our last episode of 2022, please queue up the dramatic music and prep the stage for an imaginary awards ceremony celebrating the best moments, products, and people that have brightened our year. From the natural deodorant that doesn’t leave Jill smelling like greek salad (lol) to the bike shorts that made Katie finally realize she’s not as insec…
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What is it like to be sober in a society that glamorizes and makes light of drinking so often, especially in correlation with motherhood? Today we’re chatting with Dana Bowman—a mother in recovery—who shares how she once found validation in “Wine Mom” culture, before hitting rock bottom in 2014. Through the honest lens of her own experience, Dana o…
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From five-dollar simple pleasures to the splurges that were totally worth it, today we’re sharing a few of our favorite things. While Jill teaches us how to level up our at-home spa game (hello, eucalyptus shower spray!), Katie is here to convince us that mushroom coffee is definitely worth trying. Plus, Ashlee’s undying love for the weighted blank…
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Identifying and Using Your Strengths for Good with Brandi Voth
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How can we can identify our strengths as creatives and use them for good to serve others through our gifts? In this episode of Live Creatively, I’m chatting with Brandi Voth. Brandi is an International Best-Selling Author, a top podcast host, and the Founder of The Power Hat Co., a social enterprise employing human trafficking survivors. She is pas…
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Today we’re talking with Aundi Kolber—a mother, professional counselor, and author—about motherhood and trauma. For many of us, trauma is a word we have reserved for people who have gone through life-altering, dangerous, or abusive experiences, and we have never given attention to the “little t traumas” that add up over a lifetime. No matter where …
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Fighting for What Makes You Feel Alive with Jo Hooper
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How do we fight for the things that make us feel alive when life gets hard? In this episode of Live Creatively, I’m chatting with Jo Hooper. By day, Jo is the Creative Director in the magazine publishing world but by night, weekend, and every other free moment, she is the director and founder of Reach North Texas, a non-profit based in Frisco that …
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In this honest and vulnerable episode, Katie talks with Sonya, Melanie, and Julie, three Coffee + Crumbs team members who were all diagnosed with breast cancer between 2020 and 2022. You’ll hear how all of these women felt or discovered something abnormal on their own and advocated for themselves to follow up on their intuition. You’ll listen in on…
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How to Courageously Pursue Your Dreams with Merritt Onsa
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How can we be courageous and embrace creative risk taking while pursuing our dreams? In this episode of Live Creatively, I’m chatting with Merritt Onsa. Merritt is a Dream Coach and podcast host who inspires Christian women to trade fear and imposter syndrome for the God-shaped dreams they were created to pursue. For so many of us, even just speaki…
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Do you ever feel like you spend too much time on your phone? Today we’re chatting with author Hannah Brencher about her 1,000 Unplugged Hours Challenge and how her creativity, marriage, and mothering have flourished since she’s started putting down her phone more often. Unplugging isn’t always easy (no more scrolling during date night arguments!), …
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