The SavvyCast

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 most expensive of the year. In this episode, I share my favorite recipes and decorations to have Valentine's dinner at home. Not only is this a less stressful and less expensive way to celebrate, but it is also incredibly special and intimate!  Recipes Mentioned In This Episode: Cajun Shrimp and Grits Spaghetti With Meat Sauce Bourbon Street Bird Kensington Club Filet Mingon Easy Peasy Baby Bleu Salad Strawberry Bundt Cake  Red Velvet Bundt Cake

This week's guest is particularly "joyful"- Joy Beth Bodie shares how she's empowering others to cultivate a joy-filled life.  Episode At A Glance: This week on The SavvyCast, I am joined by the amazing Joy Beth Bodie! Joy Beth is the founder of House of Joy, a business aimed at helping people step into God's unique calling on their lives and embrace a life of joy. In this episode, Joy Beth shares tips for finding joy in the everyday, the difference between joy and happiness, how her new course is helping others cultivate a joyful life, and more!  Questions Answered In This Episode: What is House of Joy? How can I find joy in the mundane every day?  Are joy and happiness the same thing? How does the House of Joy course help people cultivate joyful lives?  Resources Mentioned In This Episode:  Joy Beth's website  Joy Beth's Instagram: @joybethbodie.life I hope you enjoyed this episode! As always, if you have time to rate, review, and subscribe to The SavvyCast on Apple Podcasts, it would be SO appreciated. If you would prefer to watch the podcast interview, check it out on YouTube. Blessings to you! If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to check out the ones below!  Effortless and Elevated Style with Kenzie Welch Discover Your Motivations: Using the Enneagram for Personal Growth

This week on The SavvyCast, I share how I first started Family Savvy and how I have grown it over the years!  Episode At A Glance: This week on The SavvyCast, I am sharing all about the Family Savvy brand, from its humble beginnings to how it has grown over the years! I feel so blessed and blown away by where Family Savvy is today, and I am so grateful to all of you for following along and supporting the Family Savvy team! In this episode, I share what inspired me to start blogging, the lessons I've learned along the way, and my best tips for engaging an audience.  Questions Answered In This Episode: What inspired you to start Family Savvy?  How has the business grown and changed over the years?  What are your best tips for optimizing your brand? Why is engagement so important?  Resources Mentioned In This Episode:  WordPress Hosting  Strawberry Brownies  Listerine Sugar Scrub    I hope you enjoyed this episode! As always, if you have time to rate, review, and subscribe to The SavvyCast on Apple Podcasts, it would be SO appreciated. If you would prefer to watch the podcast interview, check it out on YouTube. Blessings to you!   If you like this podcast, check these out: Behind the Scenes of Family Savvy: Meet the Team Meet My Videographers: Jackson & Anderson Moore    

Nutrition coaches Ellie Hiller and Geena Pitts join me to discuss the relationship between blood sugar and diet!  Episode At A Glance: This week on The SavvyCast, my daughter Ellie Hiller and Geena Pitts join me again to share how diet affects blood sugar.  the benefits of a high-protein, fiber-rich diet! Ellie is the founder of Vulcan Nutrition, where she and Geena work as nutrition coaches. They are no stranger to The SavvyCast, and listeners may remember their episode from last week on a high protein and high fiber diet, or their recent episode about their new wellness course for middle-aged women, Mid-life Savvy. In this episode, Ellie and Geena break down the relationship between diet and blood sugar and give tips for how to reduce blood sugar through lifestyle changes. Questions Answered In This Episode:  What is the relationship between diet and blood sugar?  Can diet actually reduce blood sugar?  What are your best tips for a blood-sugar-healthy diet? Resources Mentioned In This Episode:  Vulcan Nutrition Coaching  Cronometer App MyFitnessPal  Midlife Savvy Class   Tap my link to get a 1 year supply of Vit D drops + 5 travel packs FREE with your first purchase! Connect with Vulcan Nutrition on Instagram: @the_vulcan_nutrition Connect with Ellie Hiller on Instagram: @elliehiller * Disclaimer: These tips are not official health suggestions. Speak to your doctor before making any drastic changes to your diet or lifestyle.  I hope you enjoyed this episode! As always, if you have time to rate, review, and subscribe to The SavvyCast on Apple Podcasts, it would be SO appreciated. If you would prefer to watch the podcast interview, check it out on YouTube. Blessings to you! Daily Protein + Fiber Made Easy By 2 Nutrition Coaches Introducing Mid-Life Savvy  

If you've been hearing about the benefits of a fiber-rich diet but don't know where to start, this episode is for you!  Episode At A Glance:  This week on The SavvyCast, my daughter Ellie Hiller joins me to share the benefits of a fiber-rich diet! Ellie is the founder of Vulcan Nutrition, where she works as a nutrition coach. She is no stranger to The SavvyCast, and listeners may remember her recent episode on her new wellness course for middle-aged women, Mid-life Savvy. In this episode, Ellie breaks down why a fiber-rich diet is so important, and gives practical tips for how to include more fiber and balanced nutrition throughout your day!  Questions Answered In This Episode: Why is fiber important? How much should I be getting a day?  How much protein should I be eating?  What is an example of a balanced meal plan?  How can I track my fiber intake?  Resources Mentioned In This Episode:   Cronometer App MyFitnessPal Tap my link to get a 1 year supply of Vit D drops + 5 travel packs FREE with your first purchase! Instagram Reel on Muscle Mass Healthy Dessert Recipe Go-To Weeknight Salmon Recipe  Connect with Vulcan Nutrition on Instagram: @the_vulcan_nutrition Connect with Ellie Hiller on Instagram: @elliehiller   I hope you enjoyed this episode! As always, if you have time to rate, review, and subscribe to The SavvyCast on Apple Podcasts, it would be SO appreciated. If you would prefer to watch the podcast interview, check it out on YouTube. Blessings to you! If you like this podcast, check these out: Introducing Mid-Life Savvy  10 Healthy Habits with the Highest ROI with Ellie Hiller    

This week, two special members of the Family Savvy team step in front of the mic for a change!  Episode At A Glance: This week on the SavvyCast, I have two extra special guests! Anderson and Jackson Moore have helped me with filming Family Savvy content for years. I have had the privilege of getting to know them and watching them grow into such fine young men, and this week I convinced them to join me in front of the camera for a change! We talk about how they were raised, their favorite Family Savvy recipes, what they're doing now, funny moments from working together, and more!  Questions Answered In This Episode:  How did Jackson and Anderson join the Family Savvy Team? What did their parents do well to shape them into the incredible young men they are today? How do Jackson and Anderson manage their time with work, sports, and school?  What are their favorite memories working with Jamie?  What are their favorite Family Savvy recipes?  Resources Mentioned In This Episode:  Strawberry Brownies with Lemon Glaze Deviled Eggs Chocolate Bundt Cake Strawberry Bundt Cake  Carrot Bundt Cake  Funfetti Bundt Cake Zesty Tuna Salad Lemon Pepper Tuna Salad I hope you enjoyed this episode! As always, if you have time to rate, review, and subscribe to The SavvyCast on Apple Podcasts, it would be SO appreciated. If you would prefer to watch the podcast interview, check it out on YouTube. Blessings to you! If you like this podcast, check these out: Behind the Scenes of Family Savvy: Meet the Team Zane’s Advice to Young Men: How to Pursue a Woman

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 more!  Resources Mentioned In This Episode:  Courtney Myrick (from Triton Stone Group): cmyrick@tritonstone.com, @courtneymyrick Merry Margaret (from Surface One): merrymargaret@surface1.com, @merrymargaret52 Surface One Pelham  Triton Stone Group I hope you enjoyed this episode! As always, if you have time to rate, review, and subscribe to The SavvyCast on Apple Podcasts, it would be SO appreciated. If you would prefer to watch the podcast interview, check it out on YouTube. Blessings to you! If you like this podcast, check these out: I Chose ALL Marble for my Renovation: Would I Do It Again? Let’s Talk: Southern Traditional Interior Design Trends with Home with Hechart  

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 even prefer it! In this episode, I share the steps and products I use to make delicious cold brew at home.  Resources Mentioned In This Episode: STOK Cold Brew Coffee Whole Earth Sweetener  Chobani Coffee Creamer  President French Style Gourmet Whipped Cream  Williams Sonoma Working Glasses With Lids  Milk Frother Wand  More Cold Brew Essentials  I hope you enjoyed this episode! As always, if you have time to rate, review, and subscribe to The SavvyCast on Apple Podcasts, it would be SO appreciated. If you would prefer to watch the podcast interview, check it out on YouTube. Blessings to you! If you like this podcast, check these out: Sourdough Baking Tips: Part Two How to Make the Best Coffee of Your Life For all things Family Savvy, visit our LinkTree   

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 bake with sourdough, and more!  Resources Mentioned In This Episode: My Potato Flake Sourdough Starter Recipe Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls  The Sourdough class I took King Arthur Sourdough Starter Kit  The Best Strawberry Nut Bread Recipe Ever The Best Banana Nut Bread Recipe The Best Blueberry Bread Recipe The Best Fresh Peach Bread  The Best Pumpkin Bread Redmond Real Salt Maldon Salt More Sourdough Essentials I hope you enjoyed this episode! As always, if you have time to rate, review, and subscribe to The SavvyCast on Apple Podcasts, it would be SO appreciated. If you would prefer to watch the podcast interview, check it out on YouTube. Blessings to you! If you like this podcast, check these out: Jamie’s Newest Obsession: Making Sourdough Bread Making Healthy and Nutritious Bone Broth at Home For all things Family Savvy, visit our LinkTree   

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 routine," how I love to use it, and more! Resources Mentioned In This Episode: USA Baking Bread Pans Redmond Real Salt Sourdough Baskets and Linen Covers Maldon Salt More Sourdough Essentials I hope you enjoyed this episode! As always, if you have time to rate, review, and subscribe to The SavvyCast on Apple Podcasts, it would be SO appreciated. If you would prefer to watch the podcast interview, check it out on YouTube. Blessings to you! If you like this podcast, check these out: Making Healthy and Nutritious Bone Broth at Home Three Perfect Sides For Hosting A BBQ Dinner For all things Family Savvy, visit our LinkTree

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, beautiful, and low-stress. In this episode, we discuss wedding planning from the Mother of the Bride's point of view. If you are currently planning a wedding or have children who will get married in the future, Handley's fabulous tips and recommendations will be so valuable! Favorite Vendors: Purcell Farms Reynolds Plantation Katie Gibert Nardos Design Britt Wood Designs Village Sportswear Gus Mayer Heidi El Nora Resources Mentioned In This Episode Handley's Instagram Handley's Website Handley's Email: booking@handleybreauxdesigns.com Handley's Phone Number: 205-900-8804

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 easy to make at home! In this episode, I walk listeners through each step of the process. I also share my favorite ways to use homemade bone broth and my favorite kitchen tools that make the process even easier!   Resources Mentioned In This Episode: Chicken Tetrazzini Recipe Curry Chicken Salad Buffalo Chicken Dip Rosti Margarithe Bowl and Colander Souper Cubes Freezing Tray Make & Freeze: Homemade Rotisserie Chicken Bone Broth More Bone Broth Kitchen Essentials

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 fabulous dessert, you have an amazing BBQ dinner to share with friends or family. In this episode, I share my go-to sides to pair with BBQ, and you are sure to love these crowd favorites! Recipes Mentioned In This Episode: Bobby's Boston Butt The Best Vinegar Slaw Southern Potato Salad Beale Street Baked Beans Resources Mentioned In This Episode: Perfect Coleslaw Hack Cuisinart Food Processor

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 tissue connecting the heel bone and the toes becomes inflamed. This inflammation results in a lot of pain, most commonly in the bottom of the foot. In this episode, I share my own experience with plantar fasciitis, from my surgery to what products have been helpful.   Resources Mentioned In This Episode: Naboso Gel Toe Separators L’Amour Des Pieds Dr. John Robertson Makena Slide Sandals (Target) Hayley Slide Sandals (Target)

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 episode will surely help. From what I ask for when I get a spray tan to my favorite at-home products, this episode covers it all.   Resources Mentioned In This Episode: Color Science No Show Mineral Sunscreen Color Science Face Shield Flex Foundation (I use the shade "medium") Palm Beach Tan Isle of Paradise Bronzing Drops Maybelline Perfector Drunk Elephant Bronzing Drops Physicians Formula Butter Glow Liquid Bronzer St Tropez Bronzing Mousse

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 advice for anyone interested in the procedure for themselves!   Resources Mentioned In This Episode: Dr. Micheal Clinton Reveal Beauty

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 collection could just use a few spring updates, this episode is sure to delight!   Resources Mentioned In This Episode: Gus Mayer Instagram Gus Mayer Website

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 as survivors of domestic abuse. It was such a privilege to talk to these two women and hear their stories. Lizzie and Jane are gracious, resilient, and strong, and I know you will find their story to be just as moving as I did!  Resources Mentioned In This Episode: The National Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-7233 or text START to 88788 EMDR Therapy 

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 things travel. From why you should consider using a travel agent to her best travel tips, Wendy shares it all! She also answers specific questions listeners' submitted to her via Instagram.  Resources Mentioned In This Episode: All About Travel website- New clients can take 100$ off their first trip by saying they came from Family Savvy.  Wendy's email: cruisewithme@bellsouth.net Wendy's cell: (205)-680-4499 Follow All About Travel on Facebook Disney Travel Tips and Tricks 

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 on women's health. In this episode, they share all about Mid-Life Savvy, a course designed specifically for middle-aged women. This course condenses science-backed research on mindset, nutrition, exercise, and wellness to simplify health and wellness in mid-life. Ellie and Geena are passionate about helping mid-life women live their "savviest" and healthiest lives, and the first cohort of Mid-Life Savvy launches on March 1!  Resources Mentioned In This Episode:  Vulcan Nutrition website Follow Ellie, Geene, and Vulcan Nutrition on Instagram (@elliehiller, @geena.pitts, @the_vulcan_nutrition)