This week, I am sharing an updated review of the marble I had installed in my kitchen and bathrooms!  Episode At A Glance: This week on The SavvyCast, I am sharing an update on the marble we installed during my kitchen and bathroom renovation. Some of you may remember the marble review episode I did shortly after the renovation was complete. In this episode, I share more details about how the marble has held up after eighteen months, what I would do differently, how I clean the marble, and...

If you are looking for a homemade cold brew recipe that rivals your favorite coffee shop, give this episode a listen!  Episode At A Glance: This week on The SavvyCast, I am sharing my all-time favorite cold brew recipe. I love an iced coffee drink, but I don't love constantly buying expensive high-sugar drinks every day. Before I perfected my cold brew recipe, I never thought homemade could taste as good as a drink from my favorite coffee shop. Now I make my own cold brew all the time- I...

If you are looking to get started making sourdough bread, this episode is for you!  Episode At A Glance: This week on The SavvyCast, I have another episode in my mini-series on sourdough bread! If you have been following me on social media, you know I have recently fallen in love with making sourdough bread. In last week's episode, I shared about my potato flake starter. In this episode, I share more about my traditional sourdough starter, how I started making bread, my favorite ways to...

This week, I am sharing all about my newfound love for breadmaking! Episode At A Glance: This week on the SavvyCast, I am sharing all about my newest obsession- making sourdough bread! I have always loved real sourdough bread but was so intimidated by the process of making it myself. After taking a sourdough for beginners class, I have been experimenting with different types of starters and have learned to love the process! In this episode, I share about my potato flake starter, my "feeding...

This week on The SavvyCast, wedding planner Handley McCrory Smith joins me to share the Mother of the Bride's guide to wedding planning! Episode At A Glance: This week on The SavvyCast, Handley McCrory Smith of Handley Breaux Designs joins me to discuss all things wedding planning. Handley and her team planned my twin daughters' weddings, and I cannot imagine going through this process without them! Handley is an expert in the wedding industry, and she made the whole experience seamless,...

Healthy and delicious bone broth doesn't have to be complicated to make or expensive to buy! In this episode, I share easy tips for how you can make it at home! Episode At A Glance: This week on The SavvyCast, I am sharing the details of how I make delicious bone broth at home. Bone broth has gained popularity over the last few years, and for good reason! It is packed with protein and collagen, making it more nutritious than ordinary broth. Bone broth can be expensive to buy, but it is so...

This week on The SavvyCast, I am doing a "dinner party planning" episode. Here, I share my favorite sides to pair with a BBQ dinner. Episode At A Glance: This week on The SavvyCast, I am sharing my top three favorite sides to serve alongside BBQ. Here in the South, the weather is warming up and spring is in the air! The longer days and sunshine have me dreaming of summertime hosting, and there is nothing better than a BBQ. There is something for everyone to love, and with a few sides and a...

This week on The SavvyCast, I share an update about my plantar fasciitis and the treatment that has worked for me.   Episode At A Glance: This week on The SavvyCast, I share about my journey with plantar fasciitis, from how I first realized I had it to the treatment that has given me relief. If you have been following along with me on Instagram, you know that this year I discovered I had plantar fasciitis. For those of you who may be unfamiliar with this, plantar fasciitis is when the...

As the weather gets warmer and you trade some of your jeans for shorts, I thought I would share my tried-and-true self-tanning routine with listeners! Episode At A Glance: This week on The SavvyCast, I am sharing all the details of my self-tanning routine! I have tried so many methods and products over the years to achieve a natural-looking "glow", and in this episode, I break down what has worked for me. If you have a wedding or vacation coming up, or if you just want a springtime glow,...

This week, I dive into my "mommy makeover" experience- from why I did it to my results to my best tips for anyone else considering it!   Episode At A Glance: This week on The SavvyCast, I am sharing with listeners all about my "mommy makeover" procedure I had last year. Since this procedure, many listeners have reached out with different questions about my experience. In this episode, I share all the details of my "mommy makeover," from where I had it done, to why I did it, to my best...

Calling all shoe lovers! This week Maggie Timbrook joins me to discuss shoe trends for spring 2024. Episode At A Glance: This week on The SavvyCast, Maggie Timbrook of Gus Mayer joins me to talk about one of my very favorite topics- shoes! Gus Mayer is my absolute favorite place to shop for shoes, and Maggie is a shoe expert. In this episode, we discuss shoe trends for 2024, and Maggie shares her expert insight on what will be trending this year. If you are a shoe fanatic like me, or if your...

This week on The SavvyCast, domestic abuse survivors Lizzie Harbin and Jane Burkhart join me to share part of their powerful story. * CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains sensitive information relating to domestic violence and abuse.  Episode At A Glance: This week on the SavvyCast, I am joined by mother-daughter duo Jane Burkhart and Lizzie Harbin. Listeners may remember Lizzie from her informative ask-the-doctor episodes on women's health. In this episode, they share their experiences...

This week, travel agent Wendy Coupland joins me to share her savviest travel tips! If you are planning any travel for 2024, this episode is a must-listen.  Episode At A Glance: This week on The SavvyCast, I am joined by the amazing Wendy Coupland of All About Travel. Wendy's daughter Finlay Coupland is an integral part of the Family Savvy Team, and Wendy and her husband have been on The SavvyCast previously. Wendy is a highly experienced travel agent, and in this episode, we delve into all...

Valentine's Day dinner doesn't have to break the bank to be special and elegant! In this episode, I share how to make a romantic gourmet dinner at home.  Episode At A Glance: This week on The SavvyCast, I am sharing my favorite tips and recipes to make a fabulous Valentine's Day dinner at home! Valentine's Day is notoriously one of the most stressful times of year to get a dinner reservation! You have to call months in advance to reserve a table and can count on your meal to be one of the...

This week, Vulcan Nutrition coaches Ellie Hiller and Geena Pitts join me to share about Mid-Life Savvy, a new health and wellness course designed specifically for mid-life women.  Episode At A Glance:  This week on The SavvyCast, Ellie Hiller and Geena Pitts join me to share about the launch of Mid Life Savvy. My daughter Ellie is the founder of Vulcann Nutrition, where she and Geena both work as nutrition coaches. Listeners may remember Ellie and Geena's fabulous SavvyCast episode...

This week on The SavvyCast, my husband Zane joins me to give his top dating tips for young men. Zane shares nine pieces of advice for young men pursuing young women, as well as what young women should look for in young men and vice versa. In this episode, Zane breaks down his top tangible tips and gives young singles encouragement and guidance for finding their "person"!    Questions Answered In This Episode:  What should a young woman look for in a young man? What should a young man look...

This week on The SavvyCast, certified nutrition coach Ellie Hiller breaks down the three non-negotiables for women's health in 2024.  Episode At A Glance: This week on The SavvyCast, I am joined by a very special guest- my daughter Ellie Hiller. Ellie is a certified nutrition coach at Vulcan Nutrition in Birmingham, Alabama. She is passionate about the ways fitness and nutrition can improve quality of life and support healthy aging. In this episode, we take a closer look at women's health in...

This week, Kenzie Welch joins the SavvyCast to share her personal styling expertise.  Episode At A Glance: This week on the SavvyCast, fashion guru and styling expert Kenzie Welch joins me to share what every woman needs to know about cultivating a wardrobe and getting dressed. Kenzie offers a variety of styling services such as virtual consultations, personal shopping, and closet cleanouts. She also has a six-part video series MasterClass that helps women find their style, dress for their...

Who says you have to choose between making fabulous meals and spending time with family this Christmas? These make-ahead recipes will be your go-tos!  Episode At A Glance: This week on The SavvyCast, I am sharing my favorite make-ahead recipes for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day! If you're like me, you love making and serving delicious holiday favorites but don't want to cut into precious family time by spending all day in the kitchen. In this episode, I share some tried-and-true recipes...

Our Enneagram series continues this week with Jordan Jones and his dad Bill Jones as they discuss the type six.  Episode At A Glance:  This week on The SavvyCast, Enneagram expert Jordan Jones is back with her father Bill Jones for an episode all about the type six. Bill Jones is a type six himself and is able to share so much helpful insight into the mind of an enneagram six. In previous episodes, Jordan explains how the Enneagram is comprised of nine “types,” and how to identify which type...

This week, Jordan Jones returns to the SavvyCast with his mom Twyla Jones to discuss the Ennegram type one.  Episode At A Glance: This week on The SavvyCast, Enneagram expert Jordan Jones and his mom Twyla Jones are back for another part of our Enneagram series! In previous episodes, Jordan explains how the Enneagram is comprised of nine “types,” and how to identify which type you are. Jordan believes that the best way for people to learn about the Enneagram types is to hear from that type...

This week on The SavvyCast, Melissa Dulaney joins me to share about her fabulous home goods company, Southern Tribute.  Episode At A Glance:  This week on The SavvyCast, Melissa Dulaney joins me to share about her beautiful company, Southern Tribute. Southern Tribute makes boutique printed napkins, napkin rings, matchboxes, towel holders, tissue boxes, and more. I absolutely love displaying their elegant, timeless designs in my own home. If you are looking to bring functional beauty into...

This week, I share some of my favorite pieces for a fabulous and festive holiday wardrobe! Episode At A Glance: This week on The SavvyCast, I am sharing my favorite wardrobe pieces for the holiday season! Between the parties, gift swaps, luncheons, church services, and family gatherings, it is easy to feel overwhelmed with what to wear during the Christmas season. I have put together a range of items for every occasion that will have you looking and feeling fabulous through the New Year!  ...

This week, talented artist Porter Rivers joins me to share about his 2023 holiday collection.   Episode At A Glance:  This week on The SavvyCast, Porter Rivers joins me to share all about his beautiful artwork. Porter is an artist from Selma, Alabama whose art is inspired by the landscape he grew up in. Today he paints everything from gorgeous watercolor house portraits, abstract pieces, live wedding portraits, pet portraits, original commissions, and more. In this episode, he shares how he...