The Bread and Butter Podcast with Brecklyn Simmons: Recent Episodes
Brecklyn Simmons
Welcome to the Bread and Butter Podcast, where we talk about the good, simple things in life--the bread and butter, if you will!
Guilty AF of flopping down to scroll for a few HOURS after work? Wait--this isn't a guilt trip! (Pause the half hearted scroll through Pinterest because at least that's inspirational) We've alllll been there, but there's no time for sad girl summer this year. Here's what I'm doing to have more fun after quitting time!
Allina Kay is a midwestern, Christian, Taylor-Swift-loving 20-something. She moved to Ukraine 11 days before the Russian occupation. On purpose. Listen to our conversation about finding God, her life's ministry of caring and advocating for orphaned Ukrainian children, and what YOU can do to make the world a better place once you've gotten up off your knees.
I brought one of my favorite people on to talk about what life can be like without all the "what is happening to me" moments. Mental health paralysis, fear, a slew of bad habits you hate having..and it was powerful. You'll want to listen to conversation a few times over. Happy listening!
This a safe place to cringe out and bond over the shared trauma that is childhood trends. Let's talk mustache duct tape, criminal capri's, and the trends that we lived and died for!
It's a throwbackkkk to the segment that had a vice grip on me in those early podcasting days! Back to regular programming soon, but in the meantime, why NOT chat about the foods I'm eating on loop?
It's almost Mothers Day and my conversation with Cassidy covers ALL the bases from natural childbirth, to setting boundaries, to being the mom that doesn't have to entertain the kids...unless you want to! Listen in, this is a good one!
Follow Cassidy on Instagram at
cassidybellphoto
thehive.venue
You guys. When it comes to the best shows currently streaming, celebrity updates and Met Gala commentary, Mary Arndt of "I Just Wanna Chat" Podcast KNOWS. I stand in awe. Come chat and listen in as we discuss upcoming movies, hot people problems, why you should watch shows as they come out, and Twilight testimonies.
Find Mary at "I Just Wanna Chat" on Instagram and wherever you get your podcasts!
I'm heading into my second "Southern girl summer" and I couldn't help but bring Trent on to chat about what the last year has been like for us before we move because I don't want to forget. There were some high highs and some low lows and I wouldn't change anything!
If there's one thing you should have...it's the audacity. Let's chat confidence, putting yourself out there, risk taking and how I scored my husband by mildly stalking him! See you there!
Going to jail on accident, awkward dentist encounters, we all have em'! Listen in and add a few irrational fears to your rotation and laugh a little at the same time!
Join me and long time friend Alex as we catch up and talk about she's learned about living your life to the fullest, travel tips and tricks, fitness and getting out of your comfort zone. You'll be just as inspired as I was!
Find Alex and her Sisters on Instagram and TikTok at AlexKaitandBrooke for recipes, travel tips, workouts and more!
I randomly shot Abbey a commiserating "me too" DM years ago when she posted about OCD. Now that we both have podcasts, it was such a thrill to finally meet with Abbey, get to know her and and hear more of her inspiring, grit-filled story of overcoming. Trust me, you'll be just as obsessed with her as I am!
Check out Abbey's podcast, "Dear Abbey" here!
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dear-abbey/id1673899377
App mentioned: NOCD
Media:
Overcoming Obsessive Thoughts--by David Clark
The Worry Cure--Robert L. Leahy
What else could you expect from The Bread and Butter Podcast but a full, unfiltered monologue about all things cottage core, Tik Tok homesteading, Pinterest gardens and homemade pie? Our garden girl summers are COMING. Let's chat!
It's been the Wild West around these parts and I need to vent about it so let's. catch. up!
I've been wary of motherhood since I was young, but only recently started to unpack why--and I know I’m not alone. Join me and Joni host of The Sad Mom's Club and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner to talk about how to understand your emotional needs, take charge of your mental health, and LET your partner be an equal parent, along with SO MUCH MORE. Joni has so much to share and I couldn't be more grateful. Go check in on a Mom in your life! Resources: Joni's Podcast: https://thesadmomsclub.buzzsprout.com/share?fbclid=PAAaaue3ks2ryq0zQ0CysN893e4YmYTGQ9AJA-0MQXTtzaT-xK1135synstK0Book mentioned: FairPlay, by Eve Rodsky Maternalmentalhealth.utah.govPostparttum.net
When life hits ya in the face, what's better than a little cake chat? I'm thrilled to be re-airing one of my most popular episodes with Courtney Rich of Cake by Courtney for any new listeners! This conversation is like the comfort show you have on while you cook dinner--it never gets old. Lets talk mental health, girl power, business and CAKE!
TW: Calories, Eating Disorders
Ryann saw a picture of herself in a swimsuit at 13 years old that changed her life and threw her into a 7 year battle with a Binge Eating Disorder. Now on the other side of recovery, Ryann is a thriving foodie, educating and coaching people through their own BED as a Binge Eating Therapist. Her content has taught me so much during my own journey of Binge Eating recovery and I felt so seen during this conversation. Join us to discuss her journey and wisdom on digging deep and living life to the fullest--binge not included.
View Ryann's resources!
https://itsryannnicole.com
Unfortunately for us, the cliche is true and everything we could be IS actually on the other side of fear. The question becomes, not "what would you do if you weren't afraid" to, "what would you do if you could tolerate the discomfort of fear?" I know. Deep stuff. Join me and Coach Nicole Ellis to talk about learning how to manage your mind and embrace fear as part of a full, fulfilling life!
Check out Nicole's coaching practice and resources below!
www.happinessperspective.com
I know, I know. I'm fan girling right along with you. THE Sanni McCandless Honold came into all of our lives in 2018 with the release of Oscar winning Documentary "Free Solo" and girl powered her way into all of our hearts. Talking with her about her experience appearing in the documentary, her relationship with Alex Honold and her tips for taking control of your own happiness was beyond a bucket list item for me. (I was so excited I forgot how to correctly attach my mic--I don't actually live in a tin can). ENJOY this conversation as much as I did!
Sanni's Business and Retreats! https://www.outwild.co
Consider this an official end of January victory lap (the spill the tea chatting kind of lap you walk with your bestie) Let's talk dessert prep, Valentine's Day, life updates, my current experience with body neutrality and more!
One of my FAVORITE subjects--working a job you love! Tune in to hear my story, experience as a free lancer and as a 9-5er and what I've learned along the way both professionally and personally. I talk about how to ask for the compensation you deserve, branching out to do your own thing, growing on Instagram and more!
The only thing better than a good cry is laughing about it with friends (or anonymously with strangers on a podcast!) Thanks for trusting me with your funniest, most devastating moments that happened in tandem. I WISH I COULD HAVE USED THEM ALL, but I shed a tear in solidarity for every single submission. See ya there!
We're backkkk! We have a lot to catch up on and I haven't actually recorded for WEEKS so let's chat the important things. Chex mix trifectas, my defeat in the family cook off, upcoming episodes, and the main event--why you should casually date yourself REGULARLY! See ya there!
Rosie Card needs no introduction--but I can't resist. I'm still mindblown over our incredible conversation on personal spirituality, her LDS mission, her experience as an international model, entrepreneur and...extra on High School Musical? (Yeah, really!) Come chat with us and fall in love with Rosie's charisma and wisdom right along with me!
Check out Rosie's business for beautiful, comfortable temple dresses, daywear and educational content, or find her at @rosiecard on Instagram!
https://qnoor.com
What. A. Year. I've loved every second. Humor me for a sentimental episode about my favorite lessons, what it was like to start a podcast, some of my favorite moments with guests and more!
I've been dreaming of a Christmas episode since I started the podcast, and now that Christmas is practically here, it's FINALLY time! Time to talk bucket lists, fighting the holiday body shame (it exists) and an introverts guide to Holiday get togethers, and more! See. You. There.
I sat down for a little girl chat with Instagram content creator Dayzee Olsen to get the skinny on all the marriage things from dividing up housework to going to bed angry (who ACTUALLY has the will power for that?), to love languages, the "just wait-ers" that plague everyone in their 20's and SO MUCH MORE! Come hang!
Join me as I open up about my most recent struggles, dreams and failures! I know I'm not unique in experiencing that fateful transition of adulthood when you realize that your very best... isn't enough. It's heart break, but it's also the BEST THING EVER. If you're feeling stuck, I see you. Let's chat.
I wrangled Hans Harrison from "Humans with Hans" into a little round of hot takes from a human behavior perspective! Despite my inability to discuss hot takes without some spirited debate, I had a blast. Come re-live my public restroom trauma, cast your votes on if astronomy signs are real (or simply the innate human need to define ourselves as a list of categorized traits) and MUCH more!
Just a little pre-holiday check in for all my angsty Thanksgiving observers! I adore Thanksgiving. But let's be honest. Between the pressure to post the perfect thankful post, to finding the right amount of stretch in your pants, to actually making a successful pie or a batch of homemade rolls---it's a butter-filled battlefield out there. Come kick back, talk some real talk and laugh about your Thanksgiving woes and food flops before the big day!
TW: Death, Violence
A 17 year old girl on the night that changed her and her family's life, Katie Willis came face to face with shock, grief and pain much earlier than most high school seniors. Following her mother's tragic death, Katie had to pick up the pieces. Now the mother of 4 "little women" of her own, an avid baker, advocate and a brain cancer survivor, Katie reflects on the night that changed her life, and the days--and epiphanies-- that followed.
Resources & Links:
Mengioma Mama https://meningiomamama.substack.com
Lessons My Mother Taught Me http://lessonsmymothertaughtme.blogspot.com
Their Story is Our Story https://tsosrefugees.org
The Book Of Joy--https://a.co/d/4P8CgEd
National Alliance for Mental Illness https://www.nami.org/Home
Here's the thing. I've got a lot of thoughts on several VERY serious topics. November is an awkward month full of awkward encounters and awkward food names like "stuffing". Can we please stop calling it that? "Dressing" is NO better, so don't come at me with that garbage . Come listen to my November angst on a variety of topics. Love ya, thanks for tuning in!
Ring in the first day of November (EEEEK!) with me and Shelbie Luce! A doctor's visit the summer before her senior year changed everything for Shelbie. Come chat living life to the fullest, her journey, and more!
We all have pictures of that one Halloween costume that we wish our Mom would just STOP putting up every October! From clever concepts gone wrong to just plain cringe, none of us are immune. Come chat Halloween costumes and heal a little along with the rest of us who still get second hand cringe from our former Halloween selves!
I knew from the moment I met and worked with Lauren Walker that she was a girl's girl through and through and I've looked up to her ever since. Lauren entered the blogosphere at the young age of 17 along with her sisters and is a co-founder of the company that would become the massively successful Six Sister's Stuff. Join us for a conversation about what it was like to develop confidence as a teenager while growing up in the public eye, becoming a working mom and how she picks herself up on those NOT confident days when the haters are on a roll. It's a good one.
Listen to Lauren and her sister's new podcast (you know I sure do!) at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/at-the-kitchen-counter/id1638189810
In honor of spooky season, come chat with me and my green eyed dark haired sans the round glasses special guest of the week about who we would have taken to the Yule Ball if we went to high school at Hogwarts, if James Potter was ALL that, our individual house sorting, and a round of brutal Harry Potter trivia to top it all off!
Trader Joe's treasures, the pumpkin oatmeal I can't quit and the Pinterest dreams we can't give up! Come chat all things fall!
I couldn't be more thrilled to have Courtney Rich on to chat, and boy oh boy--we went deep! Come along for our conversation about mental health, committing to caring for yourself, and why you should invest in a hobby that makes you happy! I know you'll fall just as in love with Courtney's light and message as I did!
Links: https://cakebycourtney.com Courtney's Cake Tools Line: https://shop.cakebycourtney.com/collections/shop-all Cake Making Tutorials! https://cakebycourtney.com/category/tutorials/
Join me for a collection of my thoughts and chaotic but interesting research on Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth the Second. We touch on Princess Diana, her marriage with Prince Philip, her relationship with Jackie Kennedy, her favorite cake, and so much more!
Come hang and laugh about what it's like to be an adult in the age of internet, your frequent googles and the things-you-were-tooembarrassed-to -ask googles--we ALL have them, AND we're all better kissers because of it! What a time to be alive!
Meet NYT's best selling author, mother of 6, and designer Gabrielle Blair! From renovating a 1600's house after a move to France, to raising 6 kids to rocking Twitter with her wit and political insight, Gabby is a busy lady! Sitting down with her for an hour was a privilege and I know you'll love her practicality, talent and fire as much as I did!
Show Notes: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/ejaculate-responsibly-gabrielle-stanley-blair/1141626179 https://www.instagram.com/designmom/?hl=en
School is in SESSION! Come tag along with me to yesteryear in this back-to-school reminiscing marathon including school lunch biggest hits, fashion trends that still haunt me (and a few I actually miss??) most embarrassing middle school moments, and things I WISH we would have learned in school ( Facebook 101 anybody?!)
Come hang out as I reflect on the past two years with my husband, what we've learned as a married couple and my proposal story!
I know. I'm just as in shock as you are. This is the kind of episode I've dreamed about--getting to sit down with a major foodie and just talk all things FOOD, cooking, and enjoying good food with good people. I'm confident you'll be just as inspired by Brooke as I was. Enjoy our conversation, and long live women who love to eat! DON'T MISS Brooke's incredible guide to SLC dining! https://www.femalefoodie.com/restaurant-reviews/top-10-places-to-eat-in-salt-lake-city/ And her killer pesto recipe! https://www.femalefoodie.com/recipes/homemade-pesto/ You can also find her on Instagram @femalefoodie, or more dining guides for cities across the U.S. at https://www.femalefoodie.com/tag/guides/ Here's the Salt Fat Acid Heat book we raved about as well, check it out! https://www.amazon.com/Salt-Fat-Acid-Heat-Mastering/dp/1476753830/ref=asc_df_1476753830/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=312126476072&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=5793275882173901100&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9009732&hvtargid=pla-306500446022&psc=1
If you're anything like me, the conservative culture of modesty wasn't a problem. Until it was. As an adult, I've wrestled with my thoughts and feelings surrounding the concept of what society told me modesty was--and what it said about me. In this episode with the brilliant Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife, a licensed therapist specializing in sexuality and relationships and also a member of my faith, we discuss what modesty actually is, why it has little to do with the clothes you wear, and how to re-claim modesty as an empowering, personal decision for yourself.
Jennifer's course for women! http://jennifer-finlaysonfife.squarespace.com/art-post-lms
This episode is an ode to the Ugg wearing (yes, really), super trouper-ing, Oscar winning queen of all our hearts, MERYL STREEP. I can't wait to tell you more!
Some podcast updates, a run down on this Utah girl's first summer in the South and more!
For all of my 90's movie connoisseurs...it's time to cry our way down memory lane from Drew Barrymore's greatest performance to men in capri's doing back tucks. Come along for the ride!
Movie Talks with Trent, episode number 1! Meet my husband and movie watching buddy Trenton as we chat about season 4 of all of our favorite show, Stranger Things! And of COURSE there are spoilers, but if you haven't seen the last two episodes, what're you doing?
TW: Death
I'm back and ready to rant about Stranger Things, (I know I know I'm late), how I'm eating my avocados, homesickness and more! Time to get our podcast summer on--let's catch up!
I've been dying for all of the world to hear this episode! Come chat with myself and my guest Hanna Matthias, MDA and RDN, as she tells about her journey to intuitive eating, her work as an anti-diet dietitian, and taking care of your body with love and SO much more!
Resources we love:
Intuitive Eating By Elyse Resch and Evelyn Tribole
Feel Good Dietitian @feelgooddietitian
The Nutrition Tea @thenutritiontea
Find Food Freedom @find.food.freedom
Your Latina Nutritionist @your.latina.nutritionist
Dietitian Anna @dietitandeanna
Hanna Matthias-@hanna.matthias
Food Psych Podcast
My first thoughts on intuitive eating, why I'm practicing being high maintenance and freeze dried skittles!
TW: PTSD, Death, Sexual Assault.
I have been SO excited for this uplifting story with Reagan! Reagan's story of survival and everything she's done after the day that changed her life is truly inspirational! Come along with us and talk about healing from trauma and living life to the fullest!
Tune in for a long list of food I've been enjoying, a little bit about my past year, how to make the PERFECT (filling) salad and why we need to dump youth culture ASAP!
You guys are going to LOVE Ashlyn and her message more than I can say! Come chat with us about our experiences with mental health, OCD! (Hint: It's a little bit more than washing your hands a lot!) and listen to Ashlyn's tips on how to take care of your mental health and live your best life despite your personal challenges!
The time has come. Shorts, or pants? I've been waiting MONTHS to rant about the best spring foods, my spring bucket list, and the swim suit shopping situation. Come listen to my spring thoughts!
Today's episode is a little late, and a little different! Join me as I share some of my thoughts on processing hard world news, and a few of my favorite resources and ways to help Ukraine! Links below!
https://doorcountycandle.com/product/ukraine-candle/?fbclid=IwAR1NhcR0tH808kZ2X0QmpHVhJ2qUGF-p5gSm0NK_v8xji0y13tLhlq8VrbA -Ukrainian Candles!
https://www.unicefusa.org -Unicef!
https://wck.org -World Central Kitchen!
https://www.sharonmcmahon.com -Sharon Says So!
The first of what our annual "Women to Watch" episodes featuring some of the fictional women I loved growing up! From stories like Pride and Predjudice to the Pixar movie "The Incredibles", come listen in as I sing the praises of women who inspire me!
This week I asked you guys what your 10 year old self would be proud of you for, and your answers have me a little bit emotional?! Come talk about coming of age, grade school crushes, and the things we do for the kid within us.
Meet Sarah! Sarah and I have been best friends since 2008 and some of my earliest memories of her are watching her sketch in her sketchbook any free second she had! Join us to talk about Sarah's career as a professional illustrator, her experience challenging societal and cultural narratives through her art, and meet some incredible people that she introduces us to in her current passion project!
We're here to talk FOOD today. The BREAD AND BUTTER of life, if you will. Join me to talk about my favorite ways to keep cooking and eating fun, why it's cool to love food, and the next thing you need from Trader Joes!
I can't even wait for everyone to meet REGGIE! Reggie is a beloved Utah videographer, photographer, podcaster, educator and as of the last few months is also a new MOM! Join us for a conversation about balance, doing what YOU want to do, and a million other things! See you there!
It's TIME. Come chat about Dr. Pepper T-shirts, what kind of chocolate you should be eating, Valentine's Day anxiety, and why tater tots are a staple in my Valentine's Day plans!
Come along with me and chat about some of the things making me (and you!) happy lately, and then tune in for some feel good talk about abundance mindset and why you should really just WEAR the new shirt you got for yourself.
Link for the marshmallow chocolate cookies I mentioned: https://tastesbetterfromscratch.com/chocolate-marshmallow-cookies/
Waiting for the day your ship will come in? We're getting down to BUSINESS today, talking jobs, working in the creative field, self employment and all the rest! Photography Course: https://prettyfocused.com
Come chat about all of the funny ins and outs of YOUR place in the family--be it oldest, middle child, or the youngest! One thing is clear: everyone's coming with their own grievances to air, so buckle down!
Come along to listen to me feel my feelings about my first week podcasting, my favorite thing to air fry, and Daddy Warbucks. It'll be a ride!
Gorgeous gorgeous girls wear leggings and eat pasta in January without worrying about how fast they get back to "real life", whatever THAT is. Come chat about post holiday feelings, the movies we were blessed with over the break, and about why you should buy yourself a plant for the New Year!
Welcome to the Bread and Butter Podcast's first episode, a pilot, if you will. I am so excited that you're here!