Best Lauren Morse Podcasts (2024)

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Relationship Trouble and Mouth Guards 37:58

2M ago37:58

37:58

Adulting is hard. Parenting is hard. This week we give a peek into what we've been struggling with this year from TMJ to relationship trouble to family secrets. In all, we share all to let you know that whatever you're going through, you're not alone.By Jayme & Lauren

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Nutrition with Mor Volner 55:58

3M ago55:58

55:58

If you feel confused by all of the misinformation put forth by the food industry, you're not alone. How in the world are we supposed to know what and what not to eat and what and what not to feed our kids when there is conflicting information galore? Tune in to this week's episode to get the low down on the best nutrition for you and your family fr…

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Weird Things After Pregnancy 34:46

3M ago34:46

34:46

Pregnancy and having kids definitely have some weird side effects! Did you experience any weird things after having kids? From phantom kicks to hair loss, we talk about all the weird things we've experienced since our pregnancies.By Jayme & Lauren

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Society's Expectations vs. Reality 36:05

4M ago36:05

36:05

What society expects of us and what our reality is often don't mesh. This week we talk about all of the societal pressures put on us as women and moms and what our reality is. Spoiler alert, we don't live up to many of them! And if you don't either, you're not alone. So many of society's expectations are unrealistic and frankly impractical, so don'…

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Crown Holders Launch Party - Reap by Tiffani Quarles Sanders 42:00

4M ago42:00

42:00

Reap: The Bible Belt Series by Tiffani Quarles Sanders ALABAMA 1931: Annie Lawson thanked the Lord every day for the life she and her husband, Sam, had made for themselves as sharecroppers on the Moore plantation. They were even more blessed to raise their granddaughter Liz, a bright, observant, book-loving girl who longed to continue her education…

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Ella D. Curry hosts Vanessa Miller for Crown Holders Conversations 32:00

4M ago32:00

32:00

Vanessa Miller is a best-selling, award-winning author and playwright. Vanessa’s novels have received rave reviews, with several appearing on Essence Magazine Bestseller’s List. Miller’s work has received numerous awards, including the 2022 Best Christian Fiction award for her novel Something Good at the African American Literary Awards Show. She h…

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Matrescence and Working Moms with Jess Ringgenberg and Elixr Coaching 42:24

4M ago42:24

42:24

This week our guest, Jess Ringgenberg, founder and CEO of Elixr Coaching, joins us to discuss matrescence and how she is challenging corporate America to meet the needs of working moms so that they stay engaged and retained. Haven't heard of matrescence before? That's ok, neither had we! Matrescence is the developmental journey of motherhood across…

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GENERATIONS LAUNCH PARTY with authors Suzette Harrison and Suzette Riddick 1:55:00

4M ago1:55:00

1:55:00

Generations features ten novellas grouped in five sets of two books each. Each set offers one historical fiction novella and one contemporary women’s literature novella. The historical and contemporary heroines from each set are directly interconnected. Generations is a celebration of our culture (past and present), sisterhood, and the power and st…

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Bonus Episode: End of the School Year 36:47

4M ago36:47

36:47

We've made it to the end of the school year, MAYhem, some people call it and they're not wrong. From kids getting anxious about starting a new school year to the overwhelm of graduations, class parties, and teacher gifts, we talk about our experience with end of year chaos.By Jayme & Lauren

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Crown Holders Conversation with Authors Sheryl Lister and Savannah Jackson 1:16:00

4M ago1:16:00

1:16:00

No Reservations by Sheryl Lister. Learn more: https://a.co/d/inN3OQk True friendship never ends. Best friends forever. That’s the vow Joy, Diane, Rochelle and Yvette made when they were children, and even in their mid-thirties, the friends have always been there for each other—through the highs and lows of life and love. Until forever comes up agai…

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Crown Holders Conversation with Siera London and Selena Haskins 1:14:00

4M ago1:14:00

1:14:00

Fake It Till You Make It (The Calvary Brothers Book 1) https://a.co/d/3h6jpmb Debbie Mason meets Lizzie Shane in this small-town romance where a burned-by-love veterinarian arranges a fake partnership with a down-on-her-luck city girl in order to save his family business. When Amarie Walker goes for something, she goes big—including starting over. …

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Mini Series: Tough Decisions During School Age Stage 49:35

5M ago49:35

49:35

This week, we wrap up our mini series but discussing what we foresee to be tough decisions for our school age kids. From public vs. private school to extracurricular activities and sports to nurturing independence, we talk about all the things we think about when it comes to our pre-k kiddos.By Jayme & Lauren

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Mini Series: Tough Decisions During The Toddler Stage 48:17

5M ago48:17

48:17

We continue our mini series on tough decisions during the toddler stage (ages 18 months to about 3 years). In this episode we talk about all the things from how small to cut your toddler's food to what type of schooling to choose, handling behavioral issues, and sleep decisions like crib versus bed. We talk about what led us to make the decisions w…

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Leslie Morse 34:02

5M ago34:02

34:02

In this insightful episode, Laurens speaks with Leslie Morse, an accomplished agile leader and influencer. Leslie shares her journey from accidental business analyst to a pivotal role at Scrum.org, discussing the nuances of agile leadership and her commitment to fostering inclusive communities within the agile sphere. Key Points Discussed: Journey …

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Joe Justice 59:20

5M ago59:20

59:20

In this episode, Laurens Bonnema welcomes Joe Justice, a globally recognized figure in agile hardware and corporate restructuring. Joe shares his insights on applying agile methodologies beyond software, particularly in hardware and manufacturing sectors. He discusses his work at Tesla and his experiences with other leading automotive companies, em…

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Jenni Jepsen 28:53

5M ago28:53

28:53

In this insightful episode of the Agile Leadership Podcast, Laurens speaks with Jenni Jepsen, an expert in change management and agile leadership. Jenni shares her unique journey into the agile world, her collaboration with renowned leaders, and her book on creating ownership through leadership. Key Points Discussed: Agile Journey: Jenni recounts h…

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Patricia Kong 27:07

5M ago27:07

27:07

In this episode, Laurens chats with Patricia Kong from Scrum.org about the dynamic intersection of leadership and agility. Patricia, a key figure behind the Evidence Based Management framework for measuring the value of your Scrum, delves into her journey from finance to agile leadership and the pivotal role of continuous improvement in organizatio…

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Mike Hoogveld 22:03

5M ago22:03

22:03

Laurens welcomes Mike Hoogveld, a prominent figure in Agile management and a partner at NLMTD consultancy. Mike shares insights into his journey into agile leadership, emphasizing the importance of effective collaboration and customer-centric practices in organizations. Key Points Discussed: Professional Background: Mike Hoogveld discusses his acad…

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Tough Decisions Mini Series: Newborn Phase 46:43

6M ago46:43

46:43

This week we continue our mini series on tough decisions in parenting and talk about the newborn/infant phase. We discuss everything from breastfeeding vs. formula to sleeping arrangements to child care and share our own experiences with the decisions we made.By Jayme & Lauren

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Tough Decisions Mini Series: Pregnancy 36:23

6M ago36:23

36:23

Today we start our mini series on the tough decisions we have to make throughout our kids' childhoods. In this episode, we talk about tough decisions we make during pregnancy and share our own experiences with making these decisions and what we've learned from it. Everything from picking out a name to whether to have a natural birth or epidural, we…

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Health and Aging in Your 30s 35:07

7M ago35:07

35:07

Are you noticing gray hairs and more fine lines and wrinkles now that we're in our 30s? And that "wisdom" spot that just popped up on your chest? It happens to the best of us and it will happen to all of us as we age. Today we talk about what we've noticed about how our bodies have changed since having kids and since entering our 30s. Lauren also s…

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Life with 6 Kids with Guest Monica W 53:40

7M ago53:40

53:40

Our guest today shares her experience with and hacks to manage life with 6 kids. With kids ranging from 1 year old to 9 years old and one child who has type 1 diabetes, Monica has her hands full and faces the same challenges we all do from coordinating schedules to sleepless nights. In this super relatable episode, Monica shares what she's learned …

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Valentine's Day Special 38:36

8M ago38:36

38:36

Happy Valentine's Day, y'all! Today we talk about our plans for the holiday, how it's changed since before having kids, and, in honor of it being a day of appreciation, what we most appreciate about our partners. Valentine's Day may not be as big of a deal or as fun or exciting or sexy as it used to be, but that doesn't mean we can't still show eac…

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Responsibility and Anxiety After Kids 47:51

8M ago47:51

47:51

Today we start off with a brief introduction of ourselves and the podcast for our new listeners. Then we dive deep into life after kids and how things change drastically from before having kids. We talk about the weight of increased responsibility and sometimes overwhelming anxiety that comes with having young kids. If you've ever felt like the wei…

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Welcome Back 2024! 35:50

9M ago35:50

35:50

Welcome back, y'all! Join us for our first episode of 2024 and for our second year of the show. Today we talk about how the winter break went (spoiler alert, it was total survival mode) and how our New Year's resolutions are going plus some tips on sticking with those resolutions while giving ourselves some grace at the same time.…

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Good Bye 2023!! 40:34

10M ago40:34

40:34

Join us this week for some lighthearted chit chat about our plans for the winter break, what we're looking forward to in 2024, and our New Year's resolutions! This is our last episode of the year, but we'll be back in early 2024. Wishing everyone a very happy holiday and happy New Year!By Jayme & Lauren

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Overcoming Multiple Miscarriages with Mallarie Kandel 48:16

10M ago48:16

48:16

This week's guest, local mom Mallarie Kandel, shares her story of overcoming multiple miscarriages and finally being blessed with her beautiful little girl. She shares what it was like going through those losses, the impact it had on relationships with family and friends, and how ultimately she made it through hard times. If you're going through so…

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Black Books Weekend - Day 4: Crown Holders Celebrity Spotlight and Giveaways 2:07:00

10M ago2:07:00

2:07:00

Ella D. Curry hosts the 15th Black Books Weekend Opening Ceremony Listen to the Black Books Weekend Opening Ceremony - http://tobtr.com/12289058 Follow Our Black Books Weekend Events Black Books Weekend - Day 1: Fiction, Poetry, Romance, Thriller Books - http://tobtr.com/12289060 Black Books Weekend - Day 2: Business Discussions with Entrepreneurs …

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Black Books Weekend - Day 3: Non-fiction/Self-help/Motivational/Children's Book 1:21:00

10M ago1:21:00

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Ella D. Curry hosts the 15th Black Books Weekend Opening Ceremony Listen to the Black Books Weekend Opening Ceremony - http://tobtr.com/s/12289058 Follow Our Black Books Weekend Events Black Books Weekend - Day 1: Fiction, Poetry, Romance, Thriller Books - http://tobtr.com/12289060 Black Books Weekend - Day 2: Business Discussions with Entrepreneur…

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Black Books Weekend - Day 2: Business Discussions with Entrepreneurs & Creators 2:04:00

10M ago2:04:00

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Ella D. Curry hosts the 15th Black Books Weekend Opening Ceremony Listen to the Black Books Weekend Opening Ceremony - http://tobtr.com/s/12289058 Follow Our Black Books Weekend Events Black Books Weekend - Day 1: Fiction, Poetry, Romance, Thriller Books - http://tobtr.com/12289060 Black Books Weekend - Day 2: Business Discussions with Entrepreneur…

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Black Books Weekend - Day 1: Fiction, Poetry, Romance, Thriller Books 2:15:00

10M ago2:15:00

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Ella D. Curry hosts the 15th Black Books Weekend Online Book Festival Listen to the Black Books Weekend Opening Ceremony - http://tobtr.com/s/12289058 Follow Our Black Books Weekend Events Black Books Weekend - Day 1: Fiction, Poetry, Romance, Thriller Books - http://tobtr.com/12289060 Black Books Weekend - Day 2: Business Discussions with Entrepre…

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Relatable Mom Things Part 2 34:41

10M ago34:41

34:41

From chaotic mornings to feeling guilty for taking time for ourselves to wondering if we're getting it right, we touch on several things we all, or most of us, go through as moms of young kids. If you're feeling overwhelmed, lonely, or burnt out, you're not alone. We feel ya! Listen to hear how we handle many of the challenges of motherhood.…

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Relatable Mom Things Part 1 36:57

11M ago36:57

36:57

This week we talk about things we often experience as moms that can make us feel guilty or like there's something wrong with us but are actually totally normal and common to feel. Having a hard time feeling present with your kids? Feeling overwhelmed by the never-ending to-do list? Carrying more of the mental load? Having trouble making mom friends…

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Crown Holders Interview with Denene Millner - ONE BLOOD 36:00

11M ago36:00

36:00

ONE BLOOD. THREE GENERATIONS OF WOMEN, LEGACY, AND SURVIVAL. Join New York Times bestselling author Denene Millner as she explores the lives of three generations of women tied together by love, hope, dreams, ambition...and family secrets in this epic novel. Meet Grace: raised by her beloved grandmother in tension-filled, post-segregation Virginia, …

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Taking a Break from the Negative to Appreciate the Best Parts of Parenting 43:12

11M ago43:12

43:12

We decided to take a break today from talking about the challenges of parenting to talk about the things that make it all worth it. Tune in to this feel good episode to remind yourself of all the best parts of being a mom.By Jayme & Lauren

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Managing Life's Challenges with Kids 37:08

11M ago37:08

37:08

Things just hit different after having kids. Hardships weigh heavier. Given all that's going on in the world right now, including in the Middle East, we wanted to talk about what it's like carrying the burden of heavy events while remaining present (or trying to) for our kids. Sometimes we have to put our own feelings and needs aside so that we can…

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Finding a Babysitter You Can Trust and Rely On with Danielle Kollander 37:44

12M ago37:44

37:44

Have you ever struggled to find a babysitter you can trust and rely on? What about when you've needed someone in a pinch or to help out with a sick kid who's home from school while you work? We share some on our babysitting blunders, and our guest, Danielle Kollander, shares how the babysitting app Bambino can help you find the right person through…

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Do You Wear Makeup?? And Other Body Image Stuff 42:47

12M ago42:47

42:47

Lauren showed up today wearing no makeup. Gasp! JK. Why do we feel like we have to wear makeup all of the time? How does our makeup use affect our children? Today we talk about our makeup use, how this relates to overall body image, and also get into how Jayme is handling her daughter's makeup use. Jayme also provides an update on the drama with he…

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Manifest Abundance Through Feng Shui with Guest Patricia Lohan 39:23

1y ago39:23

39:23

Feng Shui expert, Patricia Lohan, joins us this week to share her knowledge and experience in helping women and moms create a harmonious, empowering, and abundant household for themselves and their families. Patricia talks about how Feng Shui can help attract money, improve sibling relationships, ignite our romantic relationships with our partners,…

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The Couple Relationship With vs Without Kids and More on Gender Roles 25:18

1y ago25:18

25:18

This week we revisit the couple relationship and how being with versus without our kids impact that. We love our kids, but it can be really stressful taking care of them and some time away can do wonders for a relationship! We also talk more on gender roles and whether some of the typical gender differences we experience are biological or societal,…

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Crown Holders Conversation with Victoria Christopher Murray 1:34:00

1y ago1:34:00

1:34:00

Praise for The Personal Librarian, a Good Morning America Book Club pick! “Historical fiction at its best…The Personal Librarian spins a complex tale of deceit and allegiance as told through books.” —Good Morning America The First Ladies Editorial Reviews “This book will expand your perspective and keep you reading late into the night." —Dolen Perk…

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Mom-ing In Public 38:36

1y ago38:36

38:36

Being a mom is hard, but especially when you have to mom in public. We've all been there, the public melt down, conflict, or not listening, when we've had to pull out all the parenting in front of a crowd of seemingly judgmental faces. At times like these, we often question whether we're a good mom or doing the right thing, and what will other peop…

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Plastic Surgery and Feeling Whole After Kids with Dr. Deepa Bhat 53:31

1y ago53:31

53:31

This week our guest, Dr. Deepa Bhat, talks all things plastic surgery from how plastic surgery can actually restore the body after child birth to what to expect if you do decide to have a procedure. Dr. Bhat has helped numerous moms feel comfortable in their own skin and improve their overall sense of self and well-being through procedures like bre…

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Birthdays Feel Different Now and There's No Such Thing as Perfect 48:52

1y ago48:52

48:52

This week we celebrate Lauren's birthday and talk about how birthdays feel different now that we have kids. In the midst of all the chaos, sometimes that special feeling can just get lost in the shuffle. We also talk about the illusion of perfection, how social media can influence our expectations of ourselves in not so great ways, and ultimately h…

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Crown Holders Spotlight: Marc Lacy - Ghost of Ace Honeycutt The Final Countdown 1:06:00

1y ago1:06:00

1:06:00

Clairvoyance - Poetic Vault Series (7 books) Clairvoyance – Insightful Lyrical Musings from the Poetic Vault Series. Clairvoyance is a collection of poetic works from speaker, writer, and producer, Marc Lacy. This publication is what Lacy is deeming the “ultimate discernment” of his deepest thoughts and contemplations. Clairvoyance is comprised of …

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The Truth Behind Social Media, Stomach Bug Travels, and Extra Self-Care 40:26

1y ago40:26

40:26

This week we share our stories of travel, throw up, and self-care from the last couple weeks before the kids are back in school. Lauren goes behind the scenes of social media and shares what her family vacation was really like, between flight delays, stomach bug, and the usual travel stressors. Jayme shares what it was like for her kids to be away …

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My Babysitter Cancelled Last Minute While I Was Out of Town! 3:07

1y ago3:07

3:07

So Lauren is sick this week and we won't be releasing a full episode, but listen to our brief update on how last week went, including having a much needed babysitter cancel literally last minute!By Jayme & Lauren

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Change, New Beginnings, End of Summer - What's Next? 23:23

1y ago23:23

23:23

Summer down South is winding down and the kids will be starting back at school in just a couple weeks. Find out what's in store for us over the two week break, what we're excited for, what we're stressing out about, and how our kids are handling the transition from summer to new school year.By Jayme & Lauren

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Business, Motherhood, and Family Tragedy with Kate Sazer 54:39

1y ago54:39

54:39

This week our guest, Kate Sazer, shares her story of motherhood, what it was like transitioning from being a full time business woman to mom of two, how she finds balance, and how she fosters her best self to show up for her kids. She also shares her story about a recent family tragedy and how she and her family have managed through that. She bring…

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Losing, Finding, and Changing Our Identities And Lifestyles After Kids 38:15

1y ago38:15

38:15

It's smack dab middle of summer and we're having a hot mom summer if there ever was one! Did you ever ask yourself, "Who am I?" after having kids? Did you struggle with losing, finding, or changing your identity and lifestyle? This week, we get real about struggling to define our identities after kids and to accept our completely changed lifestyles…

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