Best Liz Blessing Podcasts (2025)

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Neal Brennan Says Happiness Is Possible For Everyone But Jay 48:35

5d ago48:35

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We talk about deciding if you are a writer or a performer, confidence in bad joke, comedy as team sport, Neal being “groupless”, John McEnroe’s good sportsmanship, gratitude, the day the Chappelle Show died, ayahuasca & MDMA & how it made him believe in God. Bio: Neal Brennan has been a force in comedy for over three decades with both his own stand…

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Blessed are the Women - Claire K. McKeever-Burgett 54:47

5d ago54:47

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''Without women we don’t have Jesus. We don’t have Christianity. We don’t have any of it.” (Claire K. McKeever-Burgett) Our episode this week is with Claire K. McKeever-Burgett, mom of two and author of Blessed are the Women: Naming and Reclaiming Women's Stories from the Gospels. Our conversation is full of wisdom, both fierce and tender, and the …

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Ep. 20 - Worthy of Your Pain: Reconciling Suffering with Faith 57:01

11d ago57:01

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Send us a text What happens when faith collides with real-world suffering? We tackle this question head-on, diving deep into a conversation most would rather avoid. Pain is universal—no one escapes it—yet our Western church culture often lacks a robust theology for navigating life's darkest valleys. Through the lens of Job's ancient story, we uncov…

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Rebellion or Integrity? - Jamin Coller 58:42

11d ago58:42

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'''Diligent study is precisely what got us here." Jamin Coller Our episode this week is with Jamin Coller, dad of six, podcaster and author of Dear Evangelicals. Our conversation is passionate, funny and so very eye-opening. We chat through these questions: 1. Your book, Dear Evangelicals, frames deconstruction not as rebellion, but as a painful ac…

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Bruce Vilanch Tells Jay He Needs To Market Himself Better 47:55

11d ago47:55

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Bruce talks about stumbling into writing and finding a home. His feud with Barbra Streisand, writing for Richard Pryor, George Carlin, and Lily Tomlin. He talks about how being your own weird self is the best marketing and he discusses his new book “It Seemed Like a Bad Idea at the Time: The Worst TV Shows in History and Other Things I Wrote” He ta…

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Ep. 19 - The Shepherd's Voice: Tuning into God 55:29

16d ago55:29

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Send us a text The ability to hear God's voice is a cornerstone of authentic faith, yet many believers struggle to recognize when the Lord is speaking to them. In this heartfelt conversation, Ben and Liz unpack Jesus's powerful metaphor of sheep recognizing their shepherd's voice, revealing how this ancient imagery perfectly illustrates our spiritu…

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BONUS EPISODE! Actor Jim Turner Gets Stuff Done While Jay Doesn’t. 29:01

15d ago29:01

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Jim Turner talks about doing one of our first pilots, Monkey World, being friends for 32 years, being the kind of guy who shows up at shows, makes shows, raises money for important causes, The Good Deed Corporation, Harry Styles, poker games, basketball games, Des Moines, Randy of The Redwoods, running for President, and almost talking about almost…

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Manager Liz Kamlet Proves Jay’s Destroying His Son’s Music Career 48:25

18d ago48:25

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Liz Kamlet answers all the music questions the dad of an aspiring musician has from Social Media to publishing to concerts to recording to warnings about the music contest TV shows. We also talk about the old school acts like Stephen Bishop, David Pack, and Michael McDonald! Liz is the smartest voice in music and promotion on the planet! Bio: Liz K…

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I Would Pick You (Queer Advocacy) - Rachel Pinto-Martin 1:03:27

19d ago1:03:27

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'''Our job as parents is not to make other people comfortable with how we raise our kids, Our job is to make sure our kids grow up in a family where they’re comfortable being exactly who they are.'' Shelly Robinson Our episode this week is with Rachel Pinto-Martin, founder of Self Love, Healthy Boundaries Coaching, mom of two, former Mormon and fie…

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Ep. 18 - Cheerful Giving: How it Changes You 52:13

23d ago52:13

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Send us a text What happens in your brain when you give generously? Ben and Liz tackle the fascinating science behind "cheerful giving" and reveal how our brains actually release dopamine and endorphins during acts of generosity – the same reward chemicals we experience when receiving gifts ourselves! They share vulnerable stories of their giving j…

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BONUS EPISODE! Comic J. Elvis Weinstein Says Jay Jokes Wrong 29:19

22d ago29:19

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J. Elvis Weinstein was a head writer on many shows so he knows a good joke while Jay just jokes often from character. On this show we sort out the differences. Also J. talks about his funny family. Hobbies like ice cream, bad jokes, bubble gum jokes, fortune cookies, losing money on documentaries, saving your marriage by wasting less money than you…

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Jay Gets Andy Kindler Angry 46:15

25d ago46:15

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Andy and Jay talk about anger, falling down, therapy, neuropathy, parents, the power of singing, audio books, back aches, Quakers, the State of The Industry, the Thought Spiral podcast, Binghamton University, LSD, The Stump, and Moon Zappa’s new book “Earth To Moon”, and running away from Jay Leno. Bio: Andy Kindler currently recurs on Fox’s hit an…

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Powerful Parenting - Wendy Snyder 58:10

26d ago58:10

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"Where did we ever get the notion that in order for children to behave better, they first have to feel worse?" Our episode this week is with Wendy Snyder, founder of Fresh Start Family, mom of two teens, podcaster and certified positive (or as she likes to call it), powerful parenting coach. On this episode, we talk with Wendy about what it means t…

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Ep. 17 - Beyond Borders: Importance of Family Travel 55:17

30d ago55:17

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Send us a text Having experienced international travel in our youth—Liz on a mission trip to Jamaica at age 12 and Ben as an exchange student in Russia at 15—we knew we wanted cultural exploration to be part of their family DNA. Despite the logistical challenges of traveling with half a dozen kids (including marathon 20-hour road trips), we discove…

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Zak Penn Explains Why Jay Knows Nothing About Show Business 48:26

1M ago48:26

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Screenwriting legend Zak Penn talks about how he got so savvy in the business of show. We talk about how coming to LA and scouting out the city geared him up for his big move after college and his sale of “The Last Action Hero” started him on a 35 year journey of being one of Hollywood’s most sought after writers. We talk about the good times with …

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Jesus vs the Bad Guys? - Jared Neusch and Connor Shram 54:31

1M ago54:31

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"In the end, Jesus proved that forgiveness is more powerful than punches and kicks. And in the end, love wins over hate." - Jared Neusch and Connor Shram in their book: Jesus vs. the Bad Guys Our episode this week is with two dads, one a corn hole champion and Biblical scholar (Dr. Jared Neusch) and the other a comedian and change-maker (Connor Shr…

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Ep. 16 - 8 Tips For Newlyweds: Crowdsourced Marriage Wisdom 1:10:21

1M ago1:10:21

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Send us a text What if the secret to a thriving marriage isn’t found in perfection, but in the messy, beautiful journey of serving one another? After 20 years of marriage, raising six kids in eight years, and now navigating life with four teenagers (plus seven chickens, two dogs, and our newest additions—two goats), we've gathered a kind of wisdom …

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Mo Welch Claims Jay’s Utter Lack of Fame Is A Blessing 47:50

1M ago47:50

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Comic/writer/cartoonist Mo Welch talks about her journey to find her dad and the Hulu special that came out of it called, “Dad Jokes”. She also dives into how she came fun humble beginnings to become a headlining comic who isn't so famous she gets hassled all the time. She talks about improv and drawing cartoons for the new yorker and being a mom a…

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Reimagining Easter - Sarah Swartzendruber 1:03:50

1M ago1:03:50

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You don’t have to the answers to why Jesus died to talk about Easter with your kids. (Sarah Swartzendruber) Our episode this week is with our resident Children's Pastor, childhood development expert, mom to two and Bible scholar, Sarah Swartzendruber. On this episode, we talk with Sarah about reimagining the Easter story by diving into atonement th…

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Ep. 15 - Family Digital Detox: Establishing Digital Boundaries & Restoring Human Connection 1:24:26

1M ago1:24:26

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Send us a text Download a free 30 Day Digital Detox Guide The digital revolution promised connection, but delivered an epidemic of isolation. In this deeply personal and science-backed exploration, we reveal how screen addiction is fundamentally altering our children's brain development and mental health. With depression rates among teens increasin…

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Andy Gordon Loves Writing while Jay Podcasts to Avoid Writing 46:54

2M ago46:54

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Writer/Producer Andy Gordon loves writing. He talks about writing for pleasure after all these years. He talks about how the characters can make him laugh or cry in the car. He also talks about breaking into show business on the day he arrived in Hollywood, Jon Landis, Tom Lynch, Chuck Lorre, sending messages to his daughters through his shows, wor…

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Aligning Faith with Soul - Chelan Harkin 1:06:59

2M ago1:06:59

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The worst thing we ever did is pretend God isn’t the easiest thing in this Universe available to every soul in every breath. (Chelan Harkin) Our episode this week is with Chelan Harkin, mama to two and mystical poet extraordinaire. On this episode, we talk with Chelan about growing up in the Baha'i faith, the courage it takes to question what you'v…

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Ep. 14 - Raising Enjoyable Teens: Yes it's Possible! 1:05:28

2M ago1:05:28

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Send us a text Ever wondered if enjoying the teenage years is actually possible? As parents of four (soon to be five) teenagers, we've discovered it's not just possible—it's happening in our home right now. Despite the cultural narrative that teen years are something to survive rather than savor, we've found these to be some of our most rewarding p…

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Actress/Activist Meredith Salenger Says Jay Needs To Fight The Mediocre Fight 46:28

2M ago46:28

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Meredith Salenger talks about fighting for justice, making peace, mediating, falling in love over text, growing up in Malibu, being picked to be a star by John Houston, being a good stepmother, having a dentist dad, Patton Oswalt, Natty Gann, sunsets, and wolves. Bio: Meredith Salenger is an actress, writer, producer from Malibu, CA who began her p…

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Highly Unorthodox Gospel - Rabbi Brian Zachary Mayer 57:39

2M ago57:39

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With regard to the question, “Do you believe in God?” I do not care much about your answer. But if I were to ask the last five people with whom you’ve interacted if you were kind, about those answers I care very much. (Rabbi Brian Zachary Mayer) Our episode this week is with Rabbi Brian Zachary Mayer, dad, author of the brilliant book, Highly Unort…

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Ep. 13 - Pharisee or Tax Collector: Why Admitting Our Depravity is Really Good 45:25

2M ago45:25

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Send us a text Ever caught yourself thinking, "At least I'm not like THAT person"? This episode dives into the uncomfortable truth about our natural tendency toward self-righteousness and why it might be the biggest obstacle in our spiritual journey. Ben and Liz unpack Jesus' parable of the Pharisee and tax collector from Luke 18, revealing how eas…

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Marianne Williamson Tells Jay That Maybe He’s Not Cut Out For Self Actualization 48:00

2M ago48:00

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Marianne helps Jay try to find his spirituality. She talks about how we need to step into our own power. We talk about finding truths of the universe, faith in the people, and trouble at the bagel store. Bio: For more than four decades, Marianne Williamson has been a leader of spiritually progressive circles. She is the author of 16 books, four of …

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Ancestors, Art & Ancient Texts - Liz Charlotte Grant 45:29

2M ago45:29

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Doubt is another word for imagination. (Liz Charlotte Grant) Our episode this week is with Liz Charlotte Grant, mom, author of the new brilliant book, Knock at the Sky: Seeking God in Genesis After Losing Faith in the Bible, artist and lover of the Bible. On this episode, we talk with Liz about all things related to seeking God through Scripture ev…

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Ep. 12 - All Your Thoughts on God: How Small Thoughts Create Big Impact 57:29

2M ago57:29

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Send us a text God's thoughts about us and our thoughts about God hold tremendous power, shaping our identity, relationships, and entire worldview in ways we rarely recognize. But what if we allowed God to define Himself? Join us in this God thoughts episode as we discuss: • How small thoughts about God can have big impacts on how we view ourselves…

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Writer Dan Ewen Says Jay's A Spoiled Brat 47:22

2M ago47:22

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Writer Dan Ewen talks about his new show which was the last from Norman Lear, Dear Santa, growing up across the street from the good side of town, loving Athens. Bio:Dan Ewen is a writer/producer from Athens, Georgia. On the series front, he has written for Disney, USA Network and Amazon, where he serves as Executive Producer, co-creator and co-sho…

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I've Got Questions - Erin Hicks Moon 48:58

2M ago48:58

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What we're learning is that God is comfortable with questions. In fact, our questions are often where God want to meet us. (Erin Hicks Moon) Our episode this week is with Erin Hicks Moon, mom, author of the new brilliant book, I've Got Questions, Zac Efron apologist (it's a thing y'all), and self-proclaimed Bible-nerd. On this episode, we talk with…

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Ep. 11 - 2 Businesses, 1 Marriage: Life in a Double Entrepreneurial Home 45:52

2M ago45:52

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Send us a text Life in a dual entrepreneurial home is an intricate dance of responsibilities, creativity, and the occasional chaos that comes with raising a family. In this episode, we navigate the joys and challenges of our unique journey as we run two separate businesses while caring for our six children. Our conversation dives into the realities…

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Cartoonist Extraordinaire David Silverman Explains Why Jay’s Writing The Simpsons Wasn’t What Made It Good. 47:28

2M ago47:28

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David Silverman explores the history of The Simpsons from before it existed until now. He talks about animating the hard stuff and making it look easy as well as his love of Burning Man & the tuba. Bio: After graduating from UCLA in 1983, David Silverman worked as a freelance illustrator and animator until, in 1987, he landed a job animating on The…

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Uncovering and Recovering from Purity Culture - Joshua Harris 54:42

2M ago54:42

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"Purity culture presents a false dichotomy: restraint or chaos. The real alternative? Sexual empowerment - the freedom to experience intimacy on your own meaningful terms." (Joshua Harris) Our episode this week is with Joshua Harris, former pastor and the author of I Kissed Dating Goodbye, released at the height of purity culture, and currently on …

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Ep. 10 - Un-bubblewrap your kids: Embracing the Antifragile nature of childhood 53:08

3M ago53:08

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Send us a text This episode focuses on the importance of raising anti-fragile children who thrive on challenges and adversity. We discuss the dangers of overprotecting kids and share practical strategies to foster resilience, including allowing rough play and encouraging emotional growth through difficult experiences. • Discussing the concept of an…

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Patton Oswalt Part 2 - The Reckoning 45:43

3M ago45:43

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Patton Oswalt and I finish our discussion in this first ever two part DBAWJK! You can never get enough Oswalt. He has been one of the most original minds out there for the last 30 years and a touch stone for quality who seems to be committed to art, laughter, ideas, and making the world slighty less shity. Bio: Patton Oswalt is a comic/actor/writer…

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Ep. 9 - Sex Ed Family Devotions: A Rule of Life, Prioritizing Family God time 29:41

3M ago29:41

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Send us a text Practicing The Way Book (affiliate link) Rule of Life builder website Psalms in 30 days Book (affiliate link) Dwell App Family devotions serve as both a source of laughter and a foundation for spiritual growth in our household of six kids. We share the humorous moments, the chaos, and the importance of creating a rule of life that pr…

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Patton Oswalt Explains Why Jay Isn’t Cool 45:48

3M ago45:48

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Patton Oswalt talks about life, love, parenting, fandom, art and comedy in an episode so great it had to be two! We talk about putting in the work to be an actor, and how comedy bits form on stage, and how dismissing bands for not being cool is a dangerous game since cool changes on a dime, we talk about the need to bring marketing into everything …

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Ep. 8 - Will You Serve Your Spouse?: Egalitarian vs Complementarian vs Servitarian 33:47

3M ago33:47

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Send us a text Click here to get the book The Great Sex Rescue mentioned on this episode. (affiliate link) Click here to get a free pdf guide on being a servitarian This episode deepens the exploration of marriage dynamics through humor and personal stories while contrasting egalitarian and complementarian views. We advocate for a "servitarian" min…

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Oscar Winner, Jim Rash, Knows He’ll Never Befriend Jay 46:51

3M ago46:51

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Screenwriter and actor Jim Rash and I talk about what makes him an empathetic and responsive friend, growing up in Charlotte, NC, being adopted, the Groundlings, winning an Oscar, Allison Janney, his dream of being on Friends coming true, Community, turning off your cell phone, directing his new movie, playing Snoopy, and singing and dancing in the…

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Ep. 7 - Creative Legacy Conference: Recap, Speakers and What We Came Away With 34:41

3M ago34:41

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Send us a text View the Creative Legacy Website Through a joyful recap of their experiences at the Creative Legacy Conference, we explore the themes of creativity and calling. With insights from engaging speakers, personal stories, and valuable reflections, we encourage listeners to step out of their comfort zones and embrace their creative potenti…

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Annie Sertich & Mindy Sterling Question Jay’s Ability To Have Friends. 45:22

3M ago45:22

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Annie and Mindy talk about what it takes to have a deep and lasting friendship. They discuss what brought them together, how they are alike and how they are not. They also talk about a divorce workbook, pets, kids, the trauma of ex-husbands, the difference between growing up in Detroit vs Miami, having parents who asked you to perform and parents w…

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Ep. 6 - My Right to Offense: Embracing Humility, Rejecting 'Righteous' Anger 34:00

4M ago34:00

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Send us a text Get Brant's Book "Unoffendable" (affiliate link) Who knew a rubber rat could spark such hilarity in our household? Join us as we share the chaos of losing Mama Jean, our beloved chicken, to a fox, and the unexpected levity that followed when Liz stumbled upon what she thought was a real rat during a cleaning spree. The ensuing family…

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Adam Pally Thinks People Hate Jay Kogen 45:48

4M ago45:48

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On this episode we talk about the energy and commitment to be funny in everyday life with famed actor, writer, and improviser, Adam Pally who thinks it’s just a way of hiding yourself. We talk about being less funny and more authentic. We also discuss Mr. Throwback, Happy Endings, adulting, fatherhood, why New York is better than Los Angeles, paren…

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Ep. 5 - We Did a We Retreat: Create Space to Rekindle, Renew and Refocus 31:13

4M ago31:13

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Send us a text Click here to get a free We Retreat Guide pdf! Have you ever found yourself face-to-face with a snake in your chicken coop, and wondered what parenting and farming have in common? Get ready for a rollercoaster ride as we recount our snake saga—complete with startled kids and a paper-bagged snake in our living room. This amusing adven…

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Jay Makes Lew Schneider’s House Burning Down All About Jay 59:55

4M ago59:55

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Writer/Comic/Director Lew Schneider talks about how he copes with his house burning down in the L.A. firesand. How to manage the feelings of loss and gratitude, how his wife Liz is feeling, the kindness of people, what he’ll miss, the french horn, and how he no longer needs his signed Bobby Orr poster. Bio: Lew Schneider is a youthful 62 year old m…

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Ep. 2 - I Married a Mutant: Parenting, Autism, and Unexpected Joys 30:04

4M ago30:04

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Send us a text (Welcome to our new podcast! We are dropping 4 episodes initial but stay tuned for a weekly release every Friday.) Can you imagine balancing the chaos of nearly five teenagers, homeschooling, and a flock of chickens, all while unraveling the mystery of a genetic mutation within your family? Join us on a rollercoaster adventure throug…

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Ep. 4 - First-Time Obedience Part 2: Reaping Dividends from Training 32:52

4M ago32:52

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Send us a text (Welcome to our new podcast! We are dropping 4 episodes initial but stay tuned for a weekly release every Friday.) Can a single strategy like teaching first-time obedience make parenting smoother? On "One Blessed Mess," we navigate the whirlwind of raising six kids, managing businesses, homeschooling, and dealing with a house full of…

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Ep. 3 - First-Time Obedience Part 1: Transforming a Chaotic Home with Applied Wisdom 36:45

4M ago36:45

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Send us a text (Welcome to our new podcast! We are dropping 4 episodes initial but stay tuned for a weekly release every Friday.) What if the secret to a harmonious household with six kids lies in the seemingly old-fashioned concept of first-time obedience? Discover how our chaotic, stressed-filled home turned into a place of peace and respect as w…

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Ep. 1 - It's Us: Our Journey Through Family, Faith, and Entrepreneurship 21:46

4M ago21:46

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Send us a text (Welcome to our new podcast! We are dropping 4 episodes initial but stay tuned for a weekly release every Friday.) What happens when two completely different worlds collide in the chaos of family life and entrepreneurship? We, Ben and Liz, invite you to join our journey as we blend our different upbringings—one from a single-parent h…

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