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Two mom and business besties spilling the tea about motherhood, starting a business, + building a brand. Chatting with other moms + boss babes on how they balance motherhood, business and everything in-between! You just might be surprised what comes out of our mouths....?!?
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This week on You’d Be Surprised, Becca and Chelsie dive into an emotional Dancing With the Stars Dedication Night — from Andy’s sweet salsa with his daughter to Dylan’s standout contemporary performance. We break down the highs, the scores, and the slightly awkward additional dancers. Then Chelsie gives a quick recap of the latest Sister Wives drama — tornado detours, pregnancy announcements, and questionable real estate choices. Plus, we rapid-fire through some wild pop culture moments: MomTok feuds, Kim K’s new “bush thong,” a jaw-dropping jail pregnancy story, Lagoon’s boozy glow-up, and a car thief with surprisingly strong parenting opinions. Buckle up — it’s a fun one.
In this candid and heartfelt episode, Maryn shares her journey from her childhood to her whirlwind post-mission romance and quick engagement. Listen to how she navigated early marriage challenges, grief, and personal growth. She opens up about becoming a young mom, her vastly different birth and postpartum experiences, and how anxiety shaped her early motherhood before she found support and confidence. The conversation dives into marriage dynamics during the demanding years of building a family business, balancing motherhood with personal passions like fitness instruction, and learning to lean on community and family. Blending humor, vulnerability, and honesty, Maryn reflects on identity, resilience, and her hopes for the future while celebrating the crazy, beautiful reality of real life.Follow Maryn:Instagram: @marlindley & @marlindley.fitTikTok: @maryn.lindleyPodcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/53wazPPiYCL4NsiWIZpYcu
This episode is a classic You’d Be Surprise spiral—in the best way. Becca and Chelsie dive deep into their obsession with The Traitors (good riddance, Lisa), debate shady gameplay, and chat about what they’re watching next, from Survivor to upcoming March TV like Secret Lives of Mormon Wives and Yellowstone spinoffs. They cover book releases, unfinished house projects, Super Bowl food > football, and nostalgic love for Hilary Duff. Hollywood headlines take center stage with Grammys mishaps, Bad Bunny halftime buzz, Heidi Klum’s unhinged fashion, Adam Sandler’s daughter purse-store drama, and the heartbreaking loss of Catherine O’Hara. MomTok updates, celebrity basketball surprises, wild local crime stories, and an unhinged hypothetical about doing a year in prison for $1.1 million round out an episode that’s funny, chaotic, and very on-brand.Follow us every Wednesday at 11:30 am or 2:30 pm MST on Tiktok @youdbesurprised
This spicy episode is an unfiltered pop-culture rollercoaster as Becca and Chelsie dish on The Traitors power plays, reality TV strategy fails, and who they’re rooting for to survive the round table.From cringey Tell Me Lies takes and uncomfortable on-screen intimacy to book-to-screen drama, Taylor Swift wedding rumors, TikTok scandals, and MomTok chaos, nothing is off limits. Add in lawsuits over oversized egos (and packages), shocking crime stories, influencer controversies, and heated opinions, and you’ve got a rapid-fire episode packed with hot takes, gossip, and zero chill. This episode is SPICY. Make sure to follow us on TikTok where we go live every Wednesday @youdbesurprisedpod either 11:30 am MST or 2:30 pm MST.
In this episode of You’d Be Surprised, Chelsea and Becca sit down with Graycie Schiess, a western lifestyle content creator, mom, and homesteader, to talk about motherhood, social media, farming life, and staying grounded in your values online.Graycie shares her upbringing in Utah and Idaho, how she met her husband in high school, and what life looks like raising two young kids on a small farm. From raising meat chickens and homeschooling to navigating viral social media moments and online controversy, Gracie offers an honest look at balancing modern influence with traditional living.The conversation dives into motherhood at a young age, authenticity on social media, dealing with online hate, and why Graycie chooses family, faith, and hands-on living over trends and pressure. This episode is a refreshing reminder that success doesn’t have to look the same for everyone.
In this lighthearted-but-real episode of You’d Be Surprise, Becca and Chelsie take a break from the constant negativity online and dive into what everyone’s talking about from The Traitors spoilers and shocking gameplay twists to reality TV chaos with Sister Wives and Tell Me Lies. They unpack celebrity news, upcoming binge-worthy shows, and why some series hit hard while others fall flat, including thoughts on Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, The Bachelorette, and Taylor Sheridan’s newest projects. The conversation then turns deeper as they discuss polygamy theories, the Elizabeth Smart documentary, and a powerful, honest take on foster care, online outrage, and the viral baby shower controversy shaking social media. Drawing from years of firsthand experience, they share why compassion, nuance, and kindness matter especially when the internet only ever sees part of the story.Follow us on TikTok and go live with us every Wednesday and join the discussion! 2:30 (ish) Wednesdays MST. @youdbesurprisedpod
In this episode of You’d Be Surprised, Chelsea and Becca sit down with Anna Doyle, co-owner of Ruby Claire Boutique, to talk about entrepreneurship, motherhood, family business, and the winding road that led her to building a successful online boutique.Anna shares her upbringing in North Ogden, Utah, a childhood filled with family time, gardening, mountain views, and unforgettable summer memories. As the youngest of four siblings, she reflects on how her close-knit family shaped her values and work ethic.The conversation follows Anna through her high school years at Weber High, her brief but impactful time at Utah State University, and the blind date that changed everything—leading to a whirlwind romance and marriage just three months later. Anna opens up about becoming a young wife, navigating early adulthood, and supporting her husband through school while finding her own professional footing.Anna details her journey into motherhood, including fertility challenges, unexpected Irish twins, and raising three kids while running a growing business. She candidly discusses the chaos of those early years, moving to Las Vegas for physical therapy school, and learning to balance survival-mode parenting with creativity and ambition.The episode dives deep into the founding and growth of Ruby Claire Boutique, a true family-run business that evolved from a small western storefront into a thriving online brand. Anna explains how the company operates with family members filling specialized roles—from buying and ads to photography, warehousing, and customer service—and how they’ve successfully navigated the complexities of working together without sacrificing relationships.Anna also addresses the realities of running an online business today, including social media evolution, AI, counterfeit websites stealing their content, and the steps Ruby Claire has taken to protect their brand through verification, trademarks, and exceptional customer service.The episode wraps with a look at Anna’s current season of life—raising active kids, managing a packed sports and dance schedule, staying organized with intention, and finding joy in gardening, hiking, fitness, and creative work. She shares her long-term vision for Ruby Claire, focusing on financial growth, sustainability, and building a future that supports both family and freedom.Exclusive Listener OfferListeners can enjoy 20% off at Ruby Claire Boutique using the discount code SURPRISED.Website: rubyclaireboutique.com Instagram & Facebook: @rubyclaireboutique
In this episode of You’d Be Surprised, Becca and Chelsie kick things off by celebrating an early bingo card win before diving into everything they can’t stop talking about—from BookTok hype and current reads to upcoming TV shows, spinoffs, and long-awaited new seasons. We break down fantasy fatigue, debate whether certain books live up to the buzz, and share what they’re most excited to watch in 2026, including Yellowstone spinoffs and returning fan favorites. The conversation turns to jaw-dropping true crime stories, MomTok updates, creator predictions, and bold pop culture forecasts for 2025, including relationship drama, surprise albums, reality TV shakeups, and who they think will rise—or fall—this year. It’s a rapid-fire mix of opinions, gossip, and predictions you won’t want to miss.Follow us on TikTok and go live with us every Wednesday 11:30am MST. @youdbesurprisedpod
In this New Year kickoff episode of You’d Be Surprised, Becca and Chelsea welcome listeners back after the holidays and reflect on the transition into 2026. They recap Christmas and New Year’s traditions, from family gatherings and ice skating to holiday trips and game nights, while acknowledging the emotional highs and lows that can come with the season.The conversation shifts into a candid discussion about New Year’s goals—why they set them, why they don’t, and how intentions can evolve throughout the year. Becca shares her growing passion for thrifting and her plan to open a small vintage booth, while Chelsea talks about creating less and consuming less, especially on social media.They dive into deeper topics including money management in marriage, separate bank accounts, and the anxiety many women feel around finances. Becca also opens up about infertility, miscarriage, embryo adoption, and the emotional and financial complexities of growing a family, offering a raw and thoughtful perspective on choices that aren’t often discussed openly.The episode wraps with reflections on what they’re leaving behind in the previous year—comparison, overconsumption, unrealistic expectations—and what they hope to bring into 2026, including more patience, authenticity, cozy homes, and age-appropriate celebrations. As always, they invite listeners to nominate themselves or other “badass women” to be guests on the podcast.
After a long holiday break, Chelsea and Becca are back and catching up on everything from the haunting Housemaid movie twist and Sydney Sweeney’s performance to the latest binge-worthy shows like Landman, Stranger Things, and The Way Home. They dive into Hollywood drama with the alleged “Mean Girls” mom club, reality-TV updates from Sister Wives, MomTok, and Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, and even tackle darker true-crime and political headlines—from shocking abuse cases to international power plays. It’s a wide-ranging, unfiltered chat that feels exactly like two friends trying to make sense of the world after the holidays.Join us for our Chatting with Chelsie episodes LIVE every Wednesday on TikTok, follow us @youdbesurprisedpod
In this episode of The Surprise Podcast, hosts Chelsea and Becka sit down with Kathy Schroeder, the creator behind Cache Valley Buzz, a popular local social media platform highlighting events, businesses, and community stories throughout Cache Valley. Kathy shares her deep roots in the valley, growing up in Hyrum as a self-described “national park kid,” and how leaving—and eventually returning—helped her fully appreciate the community she now promotes.Kathy walks listeners through her journey from theater and education to motherhood, candidly discussing postpartum depression, identity shifts, and the long-term guilt many mothers carry—along with a powerful realization that she was a better mom than she ever gave herself credit for. She also reflects on marriage, raising three children, and approaching the empty-nester phase of life.The conversation dives into the origin and growth of Cache Valley Buzz, including how Kathy turned a passion project into a business through brand partnerships, event promotion, and community storytelling. She explains her weekly event rundowns, love for nostalgic local history, and fascination with Cache Valley’s haunted lore—including interviews tied to the nunnery in Logan Canyon and well-known local ghost stories.Listeners also get a glimpse into Kathy’s personal interests, from comedy and true crime to hiking, travel, and big future goals—both professionally and personally. The episode wraps with Kathy sharing her vision for expanding Cache Valley Buzz and continuing to celebrate the place she deeply loves.
In this holiday episode, Chelsea and Becca jump into all things Christmas — the magic, the chaos, the mom-pressure, and the funny (and painful) realities of gift-giving. From husbands who have zero clue what's under the tree, to advent calendar fails, to kids who don’t care about Christmas outings the way moms dream they will, this episode is equal parts hilarious and relatable.They unpack childhood nostalgia vs. “mom Christmas,” why we’re all terrified of disappointing our kids, and the emotional punch of realizing these chaotic seasons won’t last forever.Plus — 3D printers, Elf on the Shelf bonding moments, staying in hotels to watch Home Alone, wrapping-rule culture shock, and some very questionable international holiday traditions (yes, including the pooping log 🤣).Whether your house is calm, chaotic, or you’re just trying to get gifts wrapped on time, this episode reminds you: be present, enjoy the messy moments, and let yourself off the hook.
In this jam-packed episode of You’d Be Surprise, Becca and Chelsie speed through a week full of opinions, pop culture chaos, and jaw-dropping internet stories. They break down Sister Wives frustrations—from TLC’s dragging storylines and Meri’s endlessly repeated “Ron came down” to Kody’s cringey workout scene and a questionable apology tour—before pivoting to Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, where Whitney’s booming career, surprising alliances, relationship rumors, and bold billboard marketing take center stage. The conversation spirals into viral TikTok madness, bizarre side hustles people use to make money, shocking true crime headlines, unsettling court cases, and global news tragedies, all wrapped up with TV recommendations and a holiday sign-off. It’s candid, funny, uncomfortable, and very on-brand chaos.Listen in LIVE every Wednesday on our Tiktok @youdbesurprisedpod
Brie Allred shares her journey through infertility, motherhood, and surviving breast cancer at age 28 while raising infant twins. After years of trying to conceive, she became pregnant with twins—only to later discover she had aggressive, triple-negative breast cancer. Brie walks through diagnosis, surgery, chemotherapy, hair loss, and the emotional toll of fighting cancer as a young mom. Through faith, support, and resilience, she became cancer-free, went on to have two more children, and eventually redefined her life and career. Today, she owns a women-centered pelvic floor physical therapy clinic, using her experiences to help other women heal and thrive.
In this episode of You’d Be Surprise, Becca and Chelsie dive back into the wild world of reality TV now that Dancing with the Stars has wrapped. They break down the latest Sister Wives drama, including Kody’s sudden apology tour and whether any of it feels sincere—or just for show. Then they shift to the chaos of Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, from Dakota’s awkward reunion appearance to Demi’s unraveling Fruity Pebbles scandal and Marciano’s lawsuit. They also unpack the cast’s shifting dynamics, viral TikTok moments, and why the season’s reunion left everyone frustrated. To top it off, they chat about Taylor’s deep run on The Bachelorette and all the behind-the-scenes buzz. Reality TV never sleeps, and this episode proves it.Go live with us every Wednesday on TikTok, follow us @youdbesurprisedpod, also follow us on Instagram!
In this episode, we sit down with sisters Emme and Savannah, the owners of Studio Fit, to talk about their journey from high-fitness fanatics to leaders in the growing “muscle mommy” and low-impact strength movement. They open up about transitioning from instructors to business owners, managing a big team of mostly women, and navigating tough conversations with empathy and boundaries. We dive into what they look for when hiring new instructors, how they’ve built a supportive and inclusive community, and the reality of balancing motherhood, marriage, and entrepreneurship. They also share the behind-the-scenes process of creating their brand-new Studio Fit app — a project that took months of demos, pivots, late-night planning, and lots of learning. The sisters reflect on how running a business together has strengthened their relationship, what their biggest disagreements usually stem from, and how communication, humility, and having each other’s back keeps everything moving forward. We wrap up with their advice for anyone wanting to start a business with family, plus a look at their personal outlets outside of fitness — from bubble baths and books to concerts and thrifting. Tune in to hear their story, their heart, and what’s next for Studio Fit.
In this long-overdue episode, Becca and Chelsie dive into the jam-packed Dancing With the Stars season finale — from five-contestant chaos to jaw-dropping freestyles and the surprising win that left everyone talking. Then they break down Whitney Leavitt’s Call Her Daddy appearance, the Broadway rumors, and whether DWTS voting is even real anymore. And of course… the Fruity Pebbles drama. The girls unpack Jesse’s revelations, Demi’s denials, Marciano theories, and the wild storyline that’s taken over Secret Lives of Mormon Wives. Buckle up — this one is full of opinions, conspiracies, and reality-TV chaos.Go live with us every Wednesday on TikTok over on our account @youdbesurprisedpod
This episode of the You’d Be Surprised Podcast features special guest Margaret Gittins, affectionately known throughout Cache Valley as the Caramel Apple Queen. The hosts dive into her childhood, adoption story, family life, business journey, and how she built the iconic caramel-apple brand Smackerel.
Join us LIVE every Wednesday on TikTok for all things reality TV and in the world!This week’s episode is packed with drama — we’re diving into the shocking elimination on Dancing with the Stars, breaking down the wildest moments from Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, and giving a quick recap of Sister Wives (yes, Kody and Robyn are as cringy as ever).From Coyote Pass chaos to some real-life hairstylist drama, this episode has it all. Don’t miss it — it’s a good one!
This episode features Julie Baumgartner—a registered nurse, business owner, and mother of four—who shares her journey from nursing and entrepreneurship to becoming a co-owner of SALT Hydration & Wellness, a fast-growing IV therapy and women’s wellness company.














