The Shit Stick of Life

In this deeply moving conversation, legendary songwriter Beth Nielsen Chapman reflects on a life shaped by music, loss, and unwavering creativity. With a career that includes writing songs for icons like Elton John, Willie Nelson, Faith Hill, and Neil Diamond, Beth shares the stories behind the music, and the personal experiences that have fueled it. From her early beginnings to navigating the highs and heartbreaks of the music industry, Beth opens up about grief, illness, and the resilience req

In this episode, Kortney sits down with her dear friend, Karin Thyr. This conversation dives into the nuanced realities of parenting, especially the tension between defending our choices and truly hearing our kids. It explores how well-intentioned advice can sometimes miss the mark, and why listening, presence, and flexibility often matter more than having the “right” answer. Together, they unpack how shifting parenting approaches and centering a child’s perspective can lead to stronger communic

In this episode, Kortney sits down with financial educator and author Alyssa Davies for an honest conversation about money and why we need to talk about it more openly, especially as women. Alyssa shares her personal journey with finances and breaks down the basics of investing early, managing debt, and understanding the emotional side of spending. They also dive into money and relationships, including financial transparency in dating and marriage, the importance of emergency funds, and how alig

In this episode, Kortney sits down with designer, entrepreneur, and TV personality Sarah Baeumler for an honest conversation about the journey that shaped her life and career. Sarah opens up about her early years as a competitive dancer, how discipline and creativity intersected long before television, and the unexpected twists that led her into design and entrepreneurship. They dive into the story behind Caerula Mar, from the original vision to the challenges, risks, and intention that brought

In this episode, Kortney sits down with her friend and influencer Jules Kaden Black to dive into Jules’s deeply personal health and wellness journey. Jules opens up about her struggles with body image, hormone issues, weight loss, and the medical paths she chose along the way, including the emotional and mental toll that came with each decision. She shares the turning points, the setbacks, and the moments that pushed her toward rebuilding self-trust and self-love. This conversation widens into a

In this episode, Kortney sits down with Amy Sheppard and Lachlan Stuart as they peel back the curtain on one of the hardest chapters of their journey. Together, they open up about their deeply personal journey through infertility and IVF, a chapter they’ve largely kept private until now. They share how their relationship began, what they imagined for their future, and how quickly those dreams were challenged when starting a family didn’t go as expected. With raw honesty, Amy and Lachlan talk thr