Best Monica Swanson Podcasts (2024)

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When it's More than just PMS, with Greta Eskridge 40:37

42m ago40:37

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Welcome to part 3 of my September Women’s Wellness Series. As we go through these topics, I am very aware that we are just scratching the surface, and I am already working on plans for more of these in the future! The topic of hormones alone could be a month-long series (if not more!) but I think this honest chat with my friend, Greta Eskridge, is …

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Episode 551: Monica and Luke Swanson – Raising a Professional Surfer (Parent-Athlete Series Episode 2) 1:04:41

3d ago1:04:41

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I’m excited to release another episode of the parent-athlete series sponsored by Lily Trotters. In today’s episode, I’m joined by Monica Swanson and her son Luke Swanson. I had the pleasure of interviewing Monica on my parenting podcast last year. She’s a homeschooling mom of four boys living in Hawaii, and she’s raising some serious athletes! Thre…

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Homeschooling With Healthy Emotions | Interview with Monica Swanson 47:17

19d ago47:17

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Today, Natalie is privileged to host Monica Swanson, boy mama, and homeschool expert! Monica is a popular blogger (monicaswanson.com), host of the Monica Swanson Podcast (formerly the Boy Mom podcast), and author of Boy Mom, Raising Amazing, and her newest book, Becoming Homeschoolers. Natalie and Monica chat about all things homeschooling and even…

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Episode 554: Gabbi Jennings – 9:07 Steeplechase, 4th Place at the Olympic Trials, 5th at the Diamond League Final, and Training with Team Boss 1:04:37

16h ago1:04:37

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In this episode, I’m so excited to welcome back Gabbi Jennings for her second appearance on the podcast! If you missed her first episode, be sure to check out Episode 435 to hear her story from the beginning. Gabbi is a joy to interview, and she brings so much insight and energy to the conversation. We reflect on her recent season, including her im…

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STOP Making These Common Mistakes with Kids and Teenagers - Bodhi Aldridge 47:37

5h ago47:37

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Bodhi Aldridge guides men to develop presence, open their hearts, and integrate their masculine and feminine energy so they can start paying attention to what matters most. -- Upgrade Your Brain Unleash & Use Your Uniqueness https://braingym.fitness/⁠ --- Speaking Podcast/ Coaching My Other Podcasts ⁠⁠⁠https://roycoughlan.com/⁠⁠ https://partnerco.w…

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191. Join Us in Hawaii for a Transformational Couple's Retreat Experience! 13:57

1h ago13:57

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Welcome back to the Family Brand Podcast, everyone! Chris and Melissa here, and we’re super excited to share something special with you all—our upcoming Couples Retreat! Held on the beautiful North Shore of Hawaii, this retreat is not just a getaway but an opportunity to connect, grow, and intentionally grow together. This year, we are honored to c…

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Ep. 77: Staying the Course (Walking Confidently in the Path God Has For Your Life) 33:26

18h ago33:26

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In a world which trumpets the anti-biblical message of “you do you” and walking in “your truth,” it can be easy for Bible-believing Christians to swing to the opposite extreme of assuming anything we’re passionate about comes from love of self or can’t be trusted. But the Bible makes it very clear that God directs our paths and has very specific pu…

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Episode 553: Team New Balance Boston’s Mark Coogan and Daughter Katrina Coogan (Parent-Athlete Series Episode 3) 1:12:48

1d ago1:12:48

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Welcome to the third episode of our Parent Athlete series! Today, I’m thrilled to have Mark and Katrina Coogan on the podcast. Mark is the head coach of Team New Balance Boston, and his daughter, Katrina, is a standout runner on the team. This summer, she competed in the Olympic trials for the 10,000 meters and recently won a half marathon in her o…

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Finding Meaning in the Messiness of Life | Interview with Martha Metzler 47:15

1h ago47:15

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Today, Natalie has the privilege of hosting Martha Metzler. Martha Metzler, is a licensed psychotherapist, brings over a decade of experience to her private practice in North Carolina. She is a counselor, speaker, member of the Michael Phelps Foundation Advisory Council, and a dedicated advocate for mental health in her community. She loves weaving…

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190. Halfway Through 2024: An Honest Assessment of Our Family's Intentions and Yearly Words 16:10

14h ago16:10

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Hey Family Brand community, it’s Chris and Melissa! Every year, we pick a word that guides our intentions and goals. This year, we chose "growth" and "connection," which we've been weaving into our daily lives, from how we interact as a family to the challenges we navigate together. Halfway through the year, it’s time for an "Honest Assessment" to …

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Episode 552: Dakotah Lindwurm – Summer Olympics to NYC Marathon This Fall; Recapping Her Year, Her Race Positivity, and Her Minnesota Roots 48:28

8d ago48:28

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I’m so excited to share this episode with Dakotah Lindwurm! After recording some post-Olympics interviews, I knew I had to bring Dakotah back on the show. This will be her fourth time joining us, and it’s always a blast having her on. She last came on the show right after making the Olympic team at the trials back in February (episode 512), and she…

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My personal journey overcoming struggles with food, exercise, and the scale. 44:14

7d ago44:14

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In this, my most vulnerable episode to date, I share my personal journey overcoming obsessions with food, exercise, and the scale. Beginning with my background as a competitive gymnast, to typical teenage insecurities, to dieting and obsessing as a lifestyle, to laying it all down in surrender to the Lord, and the amazing (though very practical) pa…

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Ep. 76: “You Just Do” (Doing the Next Thing in the Lord’s Strength) 31:14

2d ago31:14

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Ever wondered how you’ll make it through your day of work or homeschooling after a night of fractured sleep? Ever felt completely stuck in a hard situation, without a clear path to a solution? Ever wished someone wise would just write you a step-by-step solution to a sticky situation so you can love forward? The truth is, we rarely receive enlighte…

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When You're Feeling Exhausted and “Over It” 23:03

3d ago23:03

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In today's episode, Natalie shares how she's been struggling with exhaustion and feeling "over it," or, shall we say, tired and burnt out. Hear firsthand how she is working through exhaustion and burnout. She shares helpful ways she handles a season like this and hopes you find encouragement to seek rest when feeling these emotions. This episode is…

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The 3 Tools of Instance Presence with Pavel Stuchlik 1:22:50

4d ago1:22:50

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Pavel Stuchlik is a DJ/Producer, certified Ambassador of Peace & Wim Hof Instructor and founder of NOA|AON – a modern manifesto for your journey through self-transformation -- Upgrade Your Brain Unleash & Use Your Uniqueness https://braingym.fitness/⁠ --- Speaking Podcast/ Coaching My Other Podcasts ⁠⁠⁠https://roycoughlan.com/⁠⁠ https://partnerco.w…

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189. Transform Your Family's Relationship with Food: Tips from Celebrity Dietitian Kim Shapira 40:50

11d ago40:50

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Welcome back, Family Brand community! It’s Melissa here, and today, I’m excited to share an inspiring conversation with Kim Shapira, a renowned dietitian and author passionate about helping families forge a healthy relationship with food. In this episode, we dive deep into how our eating habits impact not just our health, but our family dynamics as…

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Episode 550: Emily Mackay – World Indoor Bronze Medalist, 2024 Olympian, and a new PR of 3:55.90 in the 1500m 1:01:15

15d ago1:01:15

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In this episode, I’m so excited to have Emily Mackay as my guest! Emily recently competed in the Paris Olympics, representing Team USA in the 1500 meters. It was such a thrill to watch her make the team—what a stacked field! Emily had to run an incredible 3:55 to secure her spot on the Olympic team alongside Nikki Hiltz and Elle Purrier-St.Pierre. …

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Becoming Happy and Healthy, with Jeanine Amapola 41:30

14d ago41:30

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Jeanine Amapola is a popular influencer for Gen Z, but even more, she is wise beyond her years! After a long season of straddling the fence between sincere faith and hidden sin, Jeanine faced the truth: Only a true surrender to God would truly satisfy. Jeanine joins us to chat through some of the topics in her recent book, Becoming Happy and Health…

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Ep. 75: Christians and Politics (Part 2) 34:22

9d ago34:22

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We’re back for part 2 of our chat with Blake Guichet about Christians and Politics. We chat about whether open borders and socialism are truly biblical, what it means that God is the one who raises up and brings down kings, and what this means for our political decisions as Bible-believing Christians. Wherever you fall on the political spectrum, we…

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How Natalie Helps Mamas Overcome Destructive Anger and Burnout 34:11

10d ago34:11

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In today's episode, Natalie is sharing how she helps mamas who come to her seeking help to overcome destructive anger and burnout. Natalie explains in depth how she coaches mamas through her Motherhood Restored program. She shares her clients' experiences who have overcome their destructive behaviors and found real transformation, relief, growth, a…

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Episode 549: Sara and Kiki Vaughn – Parent-Athlete Series Episode One 56:05

15d ago56:05

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I’m thrilled to introduce a new series on the podcast – the Parent-Athlete Series! In this series, I interview both parents and their children, exploring their unique journeys together. We’re kicking things off with one of my favorite runners, Sara Vaughn, and her daughter, Kiki Vaughn. You probably know Sara as the 1500-meter runner turned maratho…

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The Psychology of Life with Dr. Pete Economou 44:57

12d ago44:57

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Dr. Pete is an Assistant Professor of Department of Applied Psychology at Rutgers University, Accomplished Author, Podcast Host & Sports Psychologist --- Upgrade Your Brain Unleash & Use Your Uniqueness https://braingym.fitness/⁠ ------------ Speaking Podcast Social Media / Coaching My Other Podcasts ⁠⁠⁠https://roycoughlan.com/⁠⁠ Find the Products …

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Episode 548: Rory Linkletter – A Season to Remember – 2nd Fastest Candian All Time in the Marathon and Olympic Debut 1:01:37

22d ago1:01:37

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Today my guest is Rory Linkletter. He just ran in the Paris Olympics in the marathon. This was his first Olympic team for Team Canada, which is very exciting. He qualified for the Olympics running a 2:08:01, just nine seconds faster than the Olympic standard at the Sevilla Marathon. This race made him the second fastest Canadian of all time over th…

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Secrets to Great Nutrition and Drop System by Dr. Kristal Vance 43:59

16d ago43:59

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Dr Kristal has not only lost more than what she now weighs….but using her story she has become a light to others who feel broken in their health. Let’s learn how to get Back to the Basics with great nutrition and the drop system. --- UPGRADE YOUR BRAINUNLEASH AND USE YOUR UNIQUENESS ⁠ https://braingym.fitness/⁠ ------------ Speaking Podcast Social …

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Becoming the Prayer Warrior your Kids Need, with Brooke McGlothlin 44:01

22d ago44:01

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We do a lot for our kids, but nothing is more powerful or effective as praying for them. Yet, many of us feel intimidated or inadequate in our prayer lives. Life is busy. We are tired. What is the best way to pray for our kids? Brooke McGlothlin is here to help! In today’s episode she shares her unexpected journey to becoming a praying mom, and ste…

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Ep. 74: Christians and Politics (A Chat with Blake Guichet) 40:11

17d ago40:11

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Ever wondered whether Christians should vote and, if so, for whom? What about socialism vs. capitalism? Which is more biblical? And how will you handle it if you share something unpopular, and you receive backlash? We tackle all of these topics and more in this two part series on “Christians and Politics.” Make no mistake: This is two conservative …

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We The Studios :World's First Non-Woke Streaming Platform - Cara Leopardo 42:06

21d ago42:06

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Cara and her husband Curtis set out to create a streaming service tailored for the average viewer—one that provides quality, safe, and enjoyable content suitable for all ages, free from political bias. They created We The Studios --- UPGRADE YOUR BRAIN UNLEASH AND USE YOUR UNIQUENESS ⁠https://braingym.fitness/⁠ ------------ Speaking Podcast Social …

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188. Celebrating 6 Years Sober: One Family's Story of Hope, Healing and Triumphing Over Addiction 31:06

27d ago31:06

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Welcome back to the Family Brand Podcast, everyone! Chris and Melissa here, sharing a deeply personal and transformative experience from our recent journey into the world of recovery and support. Last week, we attended a significant event: Chris's sister Kristen celebrated six years of sobriety, and we were there to support her at her AA meeting. T…

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Episode 547: Sabrina Little – The Examined Runner, Why Good People Make Better Runners 35:52

28d ago35:52

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Today, my guest is Sabrina Little. Sabrina is a five time national champion. She’s a mom, she’s a professor of philosophy, she’s a trail and ultra runner, a world silver medalist and the author of the book, The Examined Runner. This is Sabrina’s second time on the podcast! If you want to hear a little bit more about her backstory, she was episode 3…

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A (back-to-school) Parenting Pep-Talk, with Leslie Nunnery 37:47

29d ago37:47

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I thought we could all use a little “parenting pep talk” right about now…As we wrap up a busy summer and prep for the new school year, we need reminders of how important our role is as parents, the job description God has given us, and the difference we can make in our kids’ lives through our involvement, support, and prayers. In this episode I am …

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Ep. 73: Tighten Your Tinkler (A Chat About Pelvic Floor Health with Jenn Lormand) 30:27

24d ago30:27

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Ever heard the term prolapse? Or struggled to sneeze without peeing on yourself? Then, this episode is for you! Join us as we chat about why kegels can be a really bad idea, Google is the wrong place to go for prolapse advice, and even medical professionals don’t often have real solutions to our struggles. But take heart because God made our bodies…

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Can You Over Apologize to Your Kids? Natalie’s Oldest Daughter Answers Your Questions 17:07

25d ago17:07

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In today's episode, Natalie and her oldest daughter, Enya, sit back down and answer questions submitted by Natalie's clients and audience. Enya answers these questions... Did or do you ever get tired of your mom apologizing? Does it get annoying that she apologizes when she makes mistakes, or are you grateful that she does? Do you think your mom's …

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187. Cultivating a Creator’s Mindset in Family Life 25:37

1M ago25:37

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Welcome back to the Family Brand Podcast! It’s Chris and Melissa here, and today we're diving into a topic that's close to our hearts: the power of creation. Whether it’s building our new home or shaping the lives of our children, we're all about embracing our roles as creators. In today’s episode, we reflect on the process of building our new home…

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Episode 546: Abby Nichols – Professional Runner for NAZ Elite; From Olympic Trials Reflections to Her Summer of Racing 48:39

1M ago48:39

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Abby Nichols was in town in Raleigh for the Sir Walter Mile so we had the opportunity to do an in person interview! She was the reigning champion of the Sir Walter Mile and she agreed to just come on over and sit in my living room and record, which was so fun. Abby runs with Hoka NAZ Elite and she is a 1500 meter and 5000 meter runner. She has a pe…

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