Best MOPS International Podcasts (2024)

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E41 | SAY YES 50:19

1y ago50:19

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Do you know what is the most powerful word? A word that can uproot anxiety. A word that is simultaneously scary and life-changing. YES. An Intentional YES unlocks growth and pushes the boundaries of what is possible. Here at MOPS, we are declaring this year as the Year of Yes. Too often, our 'yeses' are reserved for default decisions we aren't even…

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E40 - Dr. Anita Phillips | Trauma Shapes Us but DOESN'T Make Us 59:26

1+ y ago59:26

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We are joined by Trauma Therapist and Life-Coach, Dr. Anita Phillips, for a deep-dive into what we need to know if we are walking through trauma, walking alongside someone who has experienced trauma AND how to best prepare ourselves, as moms, for trauma with our children. We hit some big topics like handling hard decisions, boundaries and a fresh t…

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E39 - Sandra Stanley | What Is Your "IT" in Parenting? 40:48

1+ y ago40:48

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Sandra Stanley joins us to talk about her 30-year parenting journey with husband, Andy, how they determined their "IT" in parenting, and how they chose to parent in order to prioritize their "IT." Our convers, ation covers parenting with the relationship in mind, getting interested in what your kids are interested in, and the power of support in yo…

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E38 - Nona Jones | Killing Comparison 37:59

1+ y ago37:59

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Nona Jones is a rare combination of preacher, business executive, author, and entrepreneur. Her corporate leadership includes serving as the Head of Global Faith Partnerships at Meta, the company formerly known as Facebook, Chief External Affairs Officer for a multi-state school for at-risk girls and Public Policy Director for a multi-service utili…

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E37 Rachel Cruze | Building Healthy Money Habits (yes, even if you're a natural spender!) 37:12

1+ y ago37:12

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Rachel Cruze is a #1 New York Times bestselling author, financial expert and host of The Rachel Cruze Show. Growing up as Dave Ramsey’s daughter, Rachel hated budgeting for years until she experienced the freedom of budgeting for herself. As a wife and mom, Rachel now shares fun, practical ways to take control of your money and create a life you lo…

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E36 Nicole C. Mullen | Calling on God in the Night Season 51:48

1+ y ago51:48

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You may know our guest today by her celebrated singing career. But what you might now know is that her life off the stage contains some very hard, very human moments. Today we welcome Nicole C. Mullen to the Moms Unscripted podcast to share her story. We hope her honesty and openness will bring hope and healing to you as you listen. Show Notes: For…

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E35 Dr. Chinwe Williams | Burnout, Mental Health, and Raising Kids with Grit 51:36

1+ y ago51:36

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Dr. Chinwe Williams is a licensed and board-certified therapist, speaker, author, and consultant. Her expertise lies in areas of adolescent, family, and women’s wellness, anxiety management, and trauma recovery. She is a featured contributor on topics related to adolescent mental health, parenting, racialized stress, and trauma recovery. In this ep…

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E34 Stephanie Hanrahan | Real and Loved Over Perfect and Admired 32:15

1+ y ago32:15

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Stephanie Hanrahan was just your seemingly average housewife until she grew tired of pretending and decided to make her private journal public. Since sharing her story, Stephanie has achieved viral success with her website, Tinkles Her Pants, which chronicles her journey as wife to a husband with chronic illness, mother to children with autism, and…

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E33 - Bunmi Laditan | Help Me God. Like, Really. 40:58

1+ y ago40:58

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Raised by Nigerian immigrants, B https://twitter.com/honesttoddlerunmi Laditan left home at 16, which set her on a winding road through homelessness, faith investigation, relational upheaval, and ultimately . . . motherhood. She is all the things: funny, bruised, believing, fearful, over it, and also still sticking with it. In other words, she's li…

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E32 - Bonnie Gray | How Is Your Soul? 50:24

1+ y ago50:24

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Bonnie empowers thousands of women to lower anxiety and flourish in emotional and spiritual wellness. This episode is full of practical wisdom, scientific data, and personal experience, all to help you prioritize your own wellness so you can be there for those you love. Show Notes: For more information about MOPS International, go to www.mops.org. …

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E31- Karrie Scott Garcia | Freedom Is Possible 48:28

1+ y ago48:28

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At the point when she felt most disqualified from ministry and life itself, Scripture finally came alive for Karrie Scott Garcia to reveal God’s purpose and plan. This is the truth that continues to transform her life, and now she is on a mission to redefine freedom for others. Show Notes: For more information about MOPS International, go to www.mo…

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E30 Ruth Chou Simons - Can You Really Be Successful Without Striving? 40:53

1+ y ago40:53

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Artist and author, Ruth Chou Simons, talks to our cohosts about her long journey with striving and what it takes to actually surrender our lives and let go of producing as a means of securing our value. This is a vulnerable conversation about the temptations of success, the realities of content creation, and the role that humility plays in Ruth's l…

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E29 - Simi John - Finding Your Voice, Finding Your Calling 28:20

1+ y ago28:20

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Simi John never saw women doing anything in ministry other than taking care of kids or cleaning. But from an early age, she felt called to speak. As an Indian-American Christian, there wasn't a paradigm for this calling. In this episode, Simi talks about how she has found her voice and her calling. This conversation will help you define who you are…

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E28 Tori Hein - Working From (Not For) Your Worth 55:12

1+ y ago55:12

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Are you tired of these messages as a mother: you must either hustle and strive to overcome the idea that you are more than "just a mom" OR forsake your own skills and gifts to be present with your kids in the home? This conversation with coach, writer, and podcaster Tori Hein is both inspiring and practical, and helps us honor the tension inside ea…

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E27 Shauna Niequist - Being Shaped by Life's Detours 37:44

1+ y ago37:44

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After a life-shifting move from the Midwest to Manhattan with their two sons, Shauna and her husband Aaron, had to learn a whole new way of living. Not just because of a new city but because of a new perspective: learning to be a beginner, letting go of being experts, and allowing themselves to be shaped by the detour. "What if I just try?" became …

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Jay (I'm Not A Crook) Nixon: Jay's Way or The Skyway, Via Presidential Helicopter 1:36:00

2y ago1:36:00

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Meet Jay Nixon! Our new Paul McMuffin

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Ep 9 - Beth Allison Barr - Perspective: The Making of Biblical Womanhood 39:34

2y ago39:34

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Throughout history, women have played a unique role in the leadership and growth of the Church. Much debate exists over the interpretation of biblical text regarding the role of women in pastoral leadership. Dr. Beth Allison Barr, Baylor University professor and medieval historian offers a unique perspective in her book, The Making of Biblical Woma…

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Ep 8 - Tom Nelson - The Flourishing Pastor – Hope for the Journey and Finishing Well 48:21

2y ago48:21

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Lately, the stories of pastors and ministry leaders falling away from the Christian faith have seemed constant. And yet, we know God offers hope of restoration, strength for the journey and a pathway to finish the work of shepherd leadership well. Pastor and Author Tom Nelson of Christ Community Church offers a robust and encouraging dialogue on ho…

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Ep 7 - Pastor Ed Ollie, Jr. - Building Healthy Churches that Love God, Love People and Change the World 34:20

2y ago34:20

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The meaningful work of loving our neighbors, communities and the world is no small task. As ministry leaders – what does the work to build intentional, robust and missional communities entail? Pastor Ed Ollie, Jr. of Willow Creek Community Church in Chicago shares his unique perspective on stewarding and building a community that boldly and simply …

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EP 6 - Kate Bowler - Shattering Constructed Norms with the Gospel 37:55

2y ago37:55

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‘But what happens when the life you hoped for is put on hold indefinitely?’ Join us as we talk with Kate Bowler about her work as an author, historian and her newest book - No Cure For Being Human (and Other Truths I Need to Hear). Challenging many commonly held thoughts and truths in the Christian community is no small order. We explore how Kate p…

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EP 5 - Savannah Kimberlin - A Look Back at Entering 2022 42:39

2y ago42:39

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At the beginning of 2021, many churches and pastors were still settling after another up and down year of ministry. Conversations were swirling around the long-term role of ‘digital’ church, next steps for in-person discipleship and reflections on how churches had navigated the previous months and years. We’re joined by Director of Research Solutio…

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EP 4 - Brandon O'Brien - Personal Bias and the Shape of our Faith 40:04

2y ago40:04

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The work of recognizing personal bias is no small task. Join us as we learn more about identifying personal bias and how it shapes our faith and the faith of the church at large. We’re talking with Brandon O’Brien, Director of Content Development for Redeemer, City to City – a leadership development organization founded by Tim Keller. Brandon share…

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EP 3 - Dr. Derwin Grey - The Multifaceted, Beautiful Church 50:17

2y ago50:17

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God’s vision for a ‘reconciled, multiethnic family in loving community’ is central to the Gospel. Dr. Derwin L. Gray offers grace-filled, convicting and Jesus-centric encouragement as we talk through his newest book – How to Heal Our Racial Divide. As the pastor of Transformation Church, Derwin offers candid and practical suggestions for fellow min…

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EP 1 - The Church and the Next Generation 20:58

2y ago20:58

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Many are asking – how does the church reach the next generation? How do we prepare? How do we engage in hard conversations in a way that helps families? In our view, there is one simple and yet frequently overlooked answer – the moms. The church is equipped with some of the most powerful influencers – and it is time we took them seriously. Join us …

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EP 2 - Mark Batterson - Re-imaging Church and Leadership 52:50

2y ago52:50

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Church as we all know it has been widely disrupted over the last few years. As church leaders reflect on the events of the last few years, many have begun rethinking their approach to ministry. How can the church creatively adapt to be a safe and relevant space that engages people of all ages and backgrounds? We’re joined by pastor and New York Tim…

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E26 - Stacey Morgan | The Astronaut's Wife 42:09

2+ y ago42:09

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Do you have that friend that always makes you laugh, has worked obscure professions and sent their husband off into space? Yeah, we only know of one of those and that is our guest today. Stacey is one of our very own staff members who never seems to have a dull moment in her life. We dig into the other side of the curtain for astronauts. What is th…

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E25 - Kathleen Edelman | I Said This, You Heard That 48:20

2+ y ago48:20

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We take a deep dive into Kathleen's long standing work around the way we communicate with one another. If you are wondering why your husband is getting frustrated or your child is struggling to listen, this podcast is for you. You will have actionable steps the moment you finish this much needed episode! SHOW NOTES: For more information about MOPS …

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E24 Meredith King - Work / Life After the Pandemic 27:14

2+ y ago27:14

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Leadership looks different today. The pandemic changed everything about the way we do life. Maybe more than anything else, how we work. We talk with Meredith about what new expectations we should have and how can we lead employees into a healthy future. SHOW NOTES: For more information about MOPS International, go to www.mops.org. Find a MOPS group…

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E23 - Marriage365 | The Marriage Advice You Need 1:07:35

2+ y ago1:07:35

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There is a terrible trend happening in marriage that has only gotten worse since the pandemic. It's not infidelity or porn. It's the act of giving up on your marriage, but continuing to stick around. We talk with Casey and Meygan about all of it. Why are you and your spouse doing this? Can you mend your relationship? Can you find pleasure in your s…

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E22 - Kendra Adachi | The Lazy Genius Way 47:55

2+ y ago47:55

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We all need a path to follow to keep ourselves sane. We battle between either perfection or chaos and neither seem to satisfy. We invite Kendra to show us the Lazy Genius Way. We find ways to improve ourselves and our home with the least amount of effort. That way we can do the things we were meant to do! SHOW NOTES: For more information about MOPS…

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E21 - Andrew Stanley | From Finance to SNL 42:16

2+ y ago42:16

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Today's episode is very different ... We invite comedian Andrew Stanley on the show to ask all the questions we want to know from an up and coming star. What did his parents think about leaving his career and pursuing comedy? What is the back of a comedy club really like? What in the world is a Tinkle Ferret? All that and so ... so much more are in…

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E20 - Greta Eskridge | Kids and Porn 59:18

2+ y ago59:18

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Uncomfortable episodes just mean necessary episodes. Unfortunately, pornography and its effects are real and present. Our children will face it one day and we need to prepare them. Greta helps us navigate the conversation with our children in a meaningful way. After our conversation with Greta, we talk about our first experiences with porn and how …

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E19 - Allie Casazza | Declutter and Start a Business 36:47

2+ y ago36:47

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Allie Casazza took her overwhelmed life and turned it into a multi-million dollar company. We ask her about all the tricks to start organizing our physical life so we can thrive in our emotional one. We also talk shop and how you can take steps in starting your own business. SHOW NOTES: For more information about MOPS International, go to www.mops.…

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E18 - What Are We Thankful For? 52:06

2+ y ago52:06

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We can't forget all the things we are thankful for this year. Favorite recipes, hacks, oh and of course our family. We get practical and intentional with those around us. And don't forget the salsa recipe is down below. Show Notes: For more information about MOPS International, go to www.mops.org. Find a MOPS group: https://www.mops.org/groupsearch…

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E17 - Laura Tremaine | Why Is Friendship So Hard? 51:11

2+ y ago51:11

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We talk with the incredible Laura Tremaine about friendship. We often create stories inside our heads and put barriers up for protection. Laura gives us practical tools to make friendship enjoyable and easy. SHOW NOTES: For more information about MOPS International, go to www.mops.org. Find a MOPS group: https://www.mops.org/groupsearch/index.php S…

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E16 - Leeana Tankersley | Hope Anyway 52:01

2+ y ago52:01

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Our guest for this episode is not really a guest, but a dear friend of ours, Leeana Tankersley. We talk about the deep disappointment that can happen in our lives. How do you get to the other side? What does it mean to find your person? Should you learn Jiu Jitsu? SHOW NOTES: For more information about MOPS International, go to www.mops.org. Resour…

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E15 - Annie F. Downs | Growing, Praying, and Always Staying Curious 58:57

2+ y ago58:57

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WE ARE BACK with Season 2 of Moms Unscripted! We couldn't think of a better guest than Annie F. Downs to start off this new season. How does she break through walls and continue to grow? How can we pray with power and honesty? Who is the other Annie Downs that disrupts her Instagram feed with perfectly made quilts? SHOW NOTES Go to www.mops.org for…

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E14 - Alli Worthington - Professional Development and MOMcon 48:43

3y ago48:43

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We talked with Alli Worthington about her process for learning, tricks to better yourself, and what is her go to snack! We also take some time to talk about MOMcon. It is our annual mom event that we are hosting in Nashville this year. Get your ticket today at www.mops.org/momcon Follow Alli on social: Website : https://alliworthington.com Instagra…

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E13 - Creativity and The Great Undoing w/ Lindsay Letters 1:12:30

3y ago1:12:30

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Often times motherhood and creativity feel at odds with one another. We talk with Lindsay Letters about letting go of trying to be the perfect mom and how an accident changed her life forever. Go to www.mops.org for more information about MOPS, International. Guest: Lindsay Sherbondy of Lindsay Letters www.lindsayletters.co Instagram: @lindsaylette…

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E12 - Special Needs and Mom Guilt w/ Heather Avis 50:03

3y ago50:03

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Heather Avis, a mother of three, and an advocate for shifting the narrative around disabilities. In her work, Heather inspires and encourages us to reconsider our assumptions when it comes to the entire spectrum of ability. SHOW NOTES Go to www.mops.org for more information about MOPS, International. Guest: Heather Avis Follow Heather on social: ww…

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E11 - Loving Your Neighbor w/ Sharifa Stevens 41:36

3y ago41:36

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What does love look like when your neighbor looks different than you? We brought in special guest Sharifa Stevens to help us navigate this conversation. How do we change the narrative in our family? What does "ally-ship" look like for moms of different colors? Why do women have the power to change it all? Show Notes: Go to www.mops.org for more inf…

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E10 - Making More Money w/ Crystal Paine 50:52

3y ago50:52

50:52

Too often, moms spend their time figuring out how to save more money. We are talking with Crystal Paine about ways women can make more money. It is a small mindset shift that has significant impact. Show Notes: For more information about MOPS, International, go to www.mops.org. Links mentioned in the introduction: We Should All Be Millionaires: A W…

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E9 - How Social Media is Impacting Your Mental Health w/ Dr. Hillary McBride 48:52

3y ago48:52

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As we close out May, Mental Health Awareness Month, we welcome psychologist Dr. Hillary L. McBride to the show to talk about the connection between social media and our mental health. Her expertise, research, and practical ideas create a rich conversation about how we can approach and talk with our kids about social media. Show Notes: Go to www.mop…

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E8 - What's Holding Us Back In Our Marriages w/ Elaine Hamilton 55:50

3y ago55:50

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Everyone carries trauma into their marriage. It creates walls and feelings that appear irrational. We are talking with licensed therapist, Elaine Hamilton, about how we can identify our trauma and work through it. Show Notes: Go to www.mops.org for more information about MOPS, International. Opening story about elephant mentioned by Mandy in introd…

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E7 - Ask Us Anything 1:01:27

3y ago1:01:27

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How do you create dinner for eternity? What book is Mandy wanting to write? You asked and we answered. The journey is sweeter when you know the person next to you. Send us your questions at 303-733-5353 ext.2888 Buy the book, Hope Anyway by Leeana Tankersley on Amazon.By MOPS International

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E6 - Mommy Wine Culture w/ Emily Paulson 43:53

3y ago43:53

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Women have reported that their alcohol drinking has significantly increased since the pandemic. We are talking about a sensitive topic that is getting more and more attention in the past year. We are not talking about if drinking is good or bad, but the situation so many moms have found theirselves in recently with the increase exposure of Mommy Wi…

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E5 - Wisdom From Our Moms 47:00

3y ago47:00

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We brought our moms on the show for Mother's Day! How did you survive motherhood as a single mom? How did you give us something you never had? Is it even worth it? We dive in deep with our moms and learn what a legacy of love looks like.By MOPS International

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E4 - Sex, Intimacy, and Loving Your Body With Desiree Fortin 1:04:44

3y ago1:04:44

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Are you confident with your body after having children? A whopping 72% told us you're not. Join us as we chat with Desiree Fortin (@theperfectmom) on how we can stop bullying ourselves, create intimacy, and learn to love our own bodies well. Follow Desiree on Instagram or check out her blog here.By Desiree Fortin

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E3 - The Loneliness Pandemic 57:42

3y ago57:42

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Have you grown farther apart from your friends during the pandemic? Have you felt more alone than ever? According to our poll, 68% of moms say that's the case. In this episode, we talk about navigating friendships and what it means to be a best friend in this past year.By MOPS International

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E2 - Does He Even Care? w/ Dr. Gary Chapman - Author of The 5 Love Languages 54:21

3y ago54:21

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You are doing everything you can think of and he doesn't seem to care. Join us as we dive into discussing the five love languages for adults and kids with bestselling author, Dr. Gary Chapman.By Dr. Gary Chapman

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