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April Kirk & Loren Kirk
April and Loren Kirk, stars of TLC's "You, Me & My Ex" and the hosts of Past Chaos, take you on a journey through marriage, divorce, coparenting and so much more! Listen as these women discuss the trials, tribulations, and triumphs they encounter while attempting to build a positive relationship and productive communication after a bitter custody battle. These two courageous women share one very common bond – the same husband. April is the wife of Loren’s ex-husband; together they co-parent six children. The best part is, they are all neighbors. Together they want to build a community of blended families that focus on putting the children’s needs above their own. Parenting presents its own challenges, add in filming a reality television show – you have yourself a whole new set of issues. Unfortunately, divorce happens, but it does not have to place lasting and damaging effects on children. Past Chaos was created in hopes of shedding light on positive co-parenting and advocating for better communication for the parents of children in broken homes. April and Loren hope you will join them on this adventure of proving that blended is better! Past Chaos is a weekly podcast that is available wherever you prefer to listen. Please subscribe.
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Here is your recap of "You, Me & My Ex" Season 2 Episode 5! April is joined again by special guest host - Caroline Hines.
We open up with De'Andre and his jewelry line party it. He admits maybe he wasn't at his best when he was with Rowan, and that's why he wants her to be included in his success now.
Rowan admits it bothers her a bit that De'Andre didn’t do some of the things he does with Elodie, when they were dating. At the party, De'Andre is eager to introduce everyone to his ex...but what about Elodie - his actual girlfriend?
In Tennessee, the tension is high and the respect is low. Matt takes Chelsea to pick up her vehicle from the shop. On the way, they make a pit-stop to the bar where they had their first day.
Kenzie is at home stewing over the fact the Matt hasn't completed his honey-do list.
Matt reveals to Chelsea that he wants to propose to Kenzie. However, Chelsea doesn't think he is ready.
It's moving day down in Florida! Josh, Danielle, Jennifer, and Chantal are moving into one giant house. Everyone seems happy...except for Chantal.
Things are already off to a rough start when Jennifer and Chantal can't remember the last time they were intimate.
It gets a little tense when it's time to pick rooms. Why doesn't Chantal want her room to be near Josh and Danielle?
Emotions are high in the ATL!
Steve is planning Alex's "dad-chelor" party. Caroline has only one rule - NO strippers.
Alex becomes emotional as he talks about not wanting to fully let go of Steve. He also worries about the potential aspect of explaining his relationship with Steve to his son. Caroline becomes upset that she is forced to listen to Alex reminisce about his ex.
Listen to this and so much more on your weekly dose of EX-tra Chaos!
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Here is your recap of "You, Me & My Ex" Season 2 Episode 4! April is joined again by special guest host - Caroline Hines.
We start out with Matt, Kenzie, & Chelsea. Matt discusses the pressure of getting engaged, and maybe he had a poor choice of words to describe the situation.
We find out that three is a crowd when it comes to blow-up yard pools.
Still, Chelsea was living her best life and showing off her "breast" assets.
However, even the kiddie pool wasn't enough to cool Kenzie down!
Down in Florida, things are heating up for De'Andre, Elodie, & Rowan.
Elodie has decided she is joining De'Andre and Rowan on their island vacation.
De'Andre thinks it is a good idea to introduce Elodie to his mom...and his ex, Rowan at the same time. This lunch was full of wrong names, boobie talk, and tough questions.
Over in the ATL, Alex, Caroline, & Steve are coming in hot! Why is Caroline's mom. so upset about her unplanned pregnancy? What's the real story behind the "bread-winner" comment? And were the parents-to-be really that unprepared for their new bundle of joy?
Listen to this and so much more on your weekly dose of EX-tra Chaos!
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Here is your recap of "You, Me & My Ex" Season 2 Episode 3! April is joined again by special guest host - Caroline Hines.
This week, we start off with Matt, Kenzie, and Chelsea. Matt drops the bomb to Chelsea that Kenzie's parents are coming over for a BBQ. No need to unpack your bags, Chelsea, you need to go to an awkward dinner so Matt can throw you to the wolves.
In Florida, De'Andre and Elodie are chilling by the pool. De'Andre informs Elodie that she will be meeting his mom...and Rowan - his ex - at the SAME time.
Moving on to a very different Florida, Jennifer, Chantal, Josh, and Danielle have just divulged some shocking news to their families. They have all decided to move in together! One of them is not on board. Meanwhile, their extended family have so many opinions and are not afraid to speak up about it!
Over in North Carolina, April, Loren, Roy and John are heading to Tanner's soccer game. This is the first time April is seeing John since "bird gate".
April explains her feelings and reactions to the shit show.
Listen to this and so much more on this episode of Past Chaos.
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Here is your recap of "You, Me & My Ex" Season 2 Episode 2! April is joined by special guest host - Caroline Hines.
This episode is a little late because April received some terrible news last week. Her grandmother passed away, so she rushed back home to Tennessee to be with her family. Things are getting back to her version of "normal", and the ladies are getting caught up with the drama.
In episode one, we meet a new group - Chelsea, Matt, and Kenzie. Chelsea is the ex-girlfriend of Matt. Matt decides to let his ex move in with him and his current girlfriend, Kenzie.
Elodie, De'Andre, and Rowan are causing heads to shake when De'Andre drips the bomb that his ex, Rowan, has invited him on a tropical island vacation. Meanwhile, Elodie is none too thrilled.
Meanwhile, in the ATL, Stephen has decided he is the perfect choice for the godfather of Alex and Caroline's baby. Caroline had two thoughts - throw the table or walk away. She chose the right side of the law.
We move over to April, John, Loren, and Roy.
April's oldest daughter gives birth to a beautiful baby boy, and Papa Gator gets to come home and meet him - fresh out of the womb! But John decides to rain on the joyful parade. But don't worry, he got April something real nice - a parting gift...a bird with no feathers.
On down to Florida, we catch up with Jennifer, Chantel, Danielle, and Josh. We learn what a 'Peter Bug" is, but don't worry - they don't bite...too hard! The family has some big news to share with everyone at baby Camilla's 1st birthday party.
Listen to this and so much more on this episode of Past Chaos.
Don't forget to tune in every Monday night at 9pm on TLC for all the EX-citement!
Are you ready for some EX-tra Chaos! April and Hayli dive in to the Season 2 premier of "You, Me & My Ex".
After a wild weekend of full mom-mode - soccer tournaments and prom night, April gives details about her trip to Florida for the premier party.
In episode one, we meet a new group - Elodie, De'Andre, and Rowan. De'Andre's mom is still rooting for him to get back together with Rowan. But Elodie is here to show everyone who is in charge!
Next up is Alex, Caroline, and Stephen! Caroline and Alex share some very EX-citing news! However, Stephen is not thrilled.
Last but not least, the chaos crew - April, John, Loren, and Roy.
April gives an inside look into what was really going on the day of the interview. Listen to this and so much more on this week's episode!
Don't forget to tune in every Monday night at 9pm on TLC for all the EX-citement!
We are happy to be back...again! After an emergency trip to her hometown, April has time to reflect on a BIG question. "What really matters in life?"
This week, the women talk about reflection and forgiveness. In life, we face so many obstacles. At the end of the day, we have to focus on what's most important.
April discusses her feelings on the premier of their reality tv show. She reveals that several of the other cast members will be making guest appearances on "Past Chaos".
The women also admit their fears about mom burnout and the regrets we face as mothers. Listen to hear this and so much more!
Don't forget, "You, Me, & My Ex" Season 2 premiers on Sunday, April 17th at 9pm on TLC. You can also catch up on Season 1, streaming on Discovery +.
We are feeling better after a stomach bug wreaked havoc on most of our family! This week, April's son-in-law gives the podcast a review. That opened up a whole can of chaos. It made us think, why do we mostly review things we don't like instead of making sure people know when they are doing something good?
There have been a lot of unforeseen changes lately with the podcast. Since they weren't planned, we picked up the pieces and moved on. After all, the show must go on!
We started this podcast to shed a positive light on coparenting and blended families. Even though the show has evolved into much more, that will still be our focus. We have come too far to let one negative opinion overshadow the thousands of positive ones.
Hayli spits some knowledge about an important life lesson she learned growing up. And April confesses why announcing Season 2 of "You, Me, & My Ex" has given her some anxiety.
The ladies dive deep into why other people's opinions of us should not matter. Listen as these women talk about spreading more love and kindness instead of hate and negativity.
Don't forget - Season 2 of "You, Me, & My Ex" will premiere on April 17th at 9pm on TLC. You can catch up by watching Season 1 on Discovery +.
Do you ever wonder if you are hinder your child's ability to be themselves? This week April is joined by her oldest daughter. They discuss allowing your children to have individuality, while still maintaining the reigns as a parent.
April asks her daughter if she feels that she was allowed to have a voice as a child and how that affected her becoming an adult.
Is there a fine line between allowing your child to be an individual but not allowing young minds to make big adult decisions? Also, find out why April feels like she is being a hypocrite.
Don't forget, the new season of "You, Me, & My Ex" premiers on TLC at 9pm April 17th!
You can catch up and watch Season 1 on Discovery+.
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This season of Past Chaos is coming in hot! Thank you for the love you have shown us with all the new changes. We appreciate it so much!
BIG NEWS...our TLC show, "You, Me, & My Ex" was renewed for a Season 2. The show will premiere April 17th at 9pm on TLC!
Last week April and Roy pondered whether or not they were good parents. This week, their two oldest daughters, Hayli and Taylar, join April to answer that question.
First things first, what do April's and Roy's daughters think of their parents being on a Reality T.V. show?
Also, what do Hayli and Taylar really think about being raised in a blended family dynamic? Do they agree with what April and Roy thought were their biggest mistakes as parents?
Find out why April threatens to ground Hayli for a confession she made about her teenage years. The girls discuss what they feel their parents got right in their eyes and if they have any childhood trauma caused by their mom and dad.
Hayli and Taylar discuss which piece of advice they would give parents raising kids in a blended family, based on their experience as children of a blended family.
Listen to all this and so much more on this week's episode of Past Chaos.
Don't forget, you can also stream Season 1 of "You, Me, & My Ex" on Discovery+.
Welcome to Season 4! It's been a LONG time coming, and worth the wait.
This week, there are some new things happening on Past Chaos. We have a new co-host joining the show. When one door closes, another door opens.
April got a new job and is entering a new phase of life and she couldn't be happier.
BIG NEWS - Roy has joined the conversation! April asks if he was scared when he decided to marry a woman that already had 2 daughters and an ex-husband. Find out
Roy's shocking response that left April a little speechless.
Do you ever worry that you're not getting it right when it comes to parenting? Is education important? What is your biggest regret when raising your kids?
Listen to this week's episode to find out all these answers and so much more!
Don't forget, you can now stream Season 1 of "You, Me, & My Ex" on Discover+.
There was so much to unpack, we didn't even have time to unpack it all! During this busy week, we celebrated a birthday for one of our middle children.
Find out what people do in pictures that really bugs the women.
Loren has a confession for April. This leads to a discussion on Loren's habit of running from her relationships, and why April thinks it is perfectly healthy this time.
Then, April has a little confession for Loren. Hear why it was difficult for her to decide the right time to tell Loren, due to the fact April is her best friend and bonus mom to her children.
Finally, the women discuss double standards for women and men. Listen to all of this and so much more during this week's episode.
Don't forget, you can now stream Season 1 of "You, Me, & My Ex" on Discovery+.
This week has left us feeling like we were on autopilot! There's always something crazy going on in our home. Right now, April is scared for her life because Loren is trying to quit a bad habit.
Are you superstitious? Find out if the ladies are and which superstitions they believe in most. April and Loren have a strong discussion on whether or not they believe a place of employment should be able to dictate what you do on your personal time.
The big topic - do you have a hard time relating to your kids? Is it important to find a commonality between you are your children? Find out what the ladies have to say about this and so much more in this week's episode.
Don't forget, you can now stream Season 1 of "You, Me, & My Ex" on Discovery+.
After a rough start, April and Loren are back and ready to take on this new year!
Are we a shit show? We are really questioning ourselves, especially after finding out what some of our neighbors think of our lifestyle. This revelation makes Loren reveal what an ex referred to our house as.
April had an epiphany that has her rethinking the way she handles things in her life.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss 2022. They talk about the good and bad parts and what they learned from it, both agreeing that they are happy to see it end.
Even though 2023 started out rough for the ladies, they are ready to face this year head on and with optimism.
The women discuss their biggest regret of 2022 and their intentions and hopes for 2023.
Don't forget, you can now stream Season 1 of "You, Me, & My Ex" on Discovery+.
After surviving the world's longest week, the women are preparing for the holidays. While attending their child's orchestra concert, the ladies were recognized as "the girls from TLC".
April shocks Loren by telling her that she was pulled over by the cops this week.
To kick off the weekend, the women attended a concert that gave them high school nostalgia.
The ladies discuss meeting in-laws and how they felt meeting the parents. April divulges her feelings of being on the other end of that scenario.
Listen to find out what types of gifts April and Loren live to give and receive. Also, how are they handling this blended family Christmas?
The women discuss rewatching the next episode of You, Me and My Ex.
Also, you can now stream Season 1 of "You, Me, & My Ex" on Discovery+.
After listening to the start of last week's episode we realized it sounded like we were having our toenails plucked. Sorry for that, because we are in fact not miserable!
This week we brought our positive attitudes and good vibes.
Do you drunk shop? One of the women admits they do, while the other shops enough sober. Also, are you aware of your surroundings. April admits that she has become much more situationally aware, while Loren says when she feels safe, she lets her guard down.
April talks about a feeling she got this week, and how her journey of self-discovery is going. Loren got her lips done and gives an update on how she feels about them.
The women started rewatching "You, Me, & My Ex" and discuss their thoughts on the first episode, how they felt then and now.
Finally, are you a crazy ex? Listen to find out the craziest things April and Loren have done post breakup.
Don't forget, you can now stream Season 1 of "You, Me, & My Ex" on Discovery+.
The ladies are in rare form this week. How do they feel about accents, and which ones do they think they have? Do you wish life had a "try-on" option? If so, what would you like to exchange?
April and Loren talk about the magic surrounding the holidays. They discuss the importance of family time and holiday traditions.
Find out why Loren sent an SOS during her visit with family. And learn what April thinks about being friends with benefits.
The hot topic this week is dealing with disrespect in your coparenting relationship and deciding when it is time to walk away to spare your mental health.
Don't forget, you can now stream Season 1 of "You, Me & My Ex" on Discovery+.
April and Loren discuss their personal experiences with anxiety and depression. Is it hard being positive for others when you are not feeling yourself? How about dealing with anxiety in motherhood?
If given the chance, would you look through your best friend or significant other's phone? Find out which one of the women did and what she found out!
April and Roy had a heated argument over a coparenting issue. Listen as the women discuss the difficulties of parenting in a blended family.
Also, is it ok to tell our children that we are struggling? Hear all of this and so much more!
Don't forget, you can now stream Season 1 of "You, Me, and My Ex" on Discovery+.
Are you ready to unpack a whole lot of family drama? We sure hope so, because that's what we are doing in this episode.
Roy, aka Papa Gator, is in town for a visit. What better way to get the scoop than from the horse's mouth. April and Loren put Roy in the hot seat this week. They find out what's been going on since the show aired. What were his true feelings about being on a reality show? Did he have a best and worst part of filming?
Do April and Roy get into a heated debate on the things he disclosed during the show? Most importantly, is Roy single, or does he have a Misses Papa Gator?
Find out this and so much more!
Don't forget, you can now stream Season 1 of "You, Me, & My Ex" on Discovery+.
After surviving a house full of sick children, the ladies were ready for the weekend. Loren had a first time experience...she attended her first body building show. April was glutton for punishment and chose to stay home and play monopoly with the kids. It was not a tragic ending like most monopoly games.
This week, April and Loren discuss helping others when you have no experience in the situation. The women also take a listener question. Turns out, they know a thing or two about marriage, divorce, and coparenting.
Find out which ex Loren would recycle, how April would react if Loren and John ever thought of getting back together, and why Roy went to "jail".
Don't forget, you can now stream Season 1 of "You, Me, & My Ex". on Discovery+.
After a two week break, the women are back! April and Loren admit that even though they see each other every day, their lives are still so hectic that they sometimes only have time for a quick hi and bye.
Why has April been feeling 'mom failure' lately? What do the ladies have planned for Halloween? In this episode, April and Loren discuss being in relationships and still making time for friendships. Should you just dive head first into romance and forget about your friends? Hear what the women have to say about this topic and so much more. Be sure to listen til the end to find out the Shit Show Mom of the week story.
Don't forget, you can now stream Season 1 of "You, Me, & My Ex" on Discovery+.
Our lives are so chaotic that even this episode was unplanned! The topic we were supposed to discuss got lost in the mess. However, you are in for a treat. You're invited to listen in on one of our regular, day to day conversations.
April admits that she actually does need help in one area of her life, after Loren calls her all the way out. Listen to the embarrassing event that took place in their neighborhood - as if they need to give the neighbors another reason to dislike them.
Loren tells us about her google search history. She found out that she's not as kinky as she thought. Loren also gives us an update on her trip to introduce her girlfriend to her family.
The ladies realize how much they downplay the uniqueness of their relationship and just how special it really is.
Remember, you can now stream Season 1 of "You, Me & My Ex" on Discovery+.
After a couple of hectic weeks, the ladies are getting back to their routine. All the house guests have left the building, which means it is back to business as usual.
This week, the women answer the age old question..."Where do you see yourself in five years?"
The ladies also talk about what they feel is one of the more difficult aspects of blended families - getting the children back on a schedule after visits with the other parents.
In true April and Loren fashion, keeping it on the fun side, the women discuss age gaps in relationships. How big is too big...of an age gap.
Don't forget you can now stream Season 1 of "You, Me, & My Ex" on Discovery+.
It's been a long week! From surviving another week of school, to remaining calm amidst the slew of house guests we've had, it is amazing they are still somewhat sane. In this episode, April and Loren discuss giving unsolicited mom advice. They are all for accepting help, especially from good, seasoned moms. The issue is getting unwanted wisdom from the not so wise.
The ladies talk about their night on the town, how important cleanliness is in their world, and speaking of unsolicited advice - April received some words of discouragement about her sex life. Ready for a shocker and a laugh - listen til the end to find out Loren's reaction to someone getting a little too excited about April's Facebook picture.
Don't forget, you can now stream Season 1 of "You, Me, and My Ex" on Discovery+.
In this episode April and Loren share an exciting goal they reached together. The women survived another week of school, but which one of their children decided to raise Hell?
The ladies talk about having tact and agree on the one that has a tad more tact than the other. The big discussion this week is breaking old relationship habits before getting into a new one.
Listen to their opinions on being independent versus being in a co-dependent relationship.
Also, April and Loren express their concerns on being understood about their stance on sex. Is one woman right and the other wrong, or is it just up to personal preference? Hear what they have to say about the topic.
Don't forget, you can now stream Season 1 of "You, Me, & My Ex" on Discovery+.
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In this episode, April and Loren discuss the first week of back to school for their kids.
They also talk about whether or not they would recycle a previous romantic partner.
The women dive deep into the topic of open relationships. Have they ever been in one? Would they ever be in one? Are there rules or boundaries?
Also, is a "vanilla" sex life ok? Hear what the ladies have to say about this and so much more!
Find out what happened this week that lead to April's question for Loren at the end of the episode!
Don't forget, you can now stream Season 1 of "You, Me, & My ex" on Discovery+.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss several topics in motherhood and coparenting.
There's a lot of chatter in Hollywood surrounding coparenting. What do the ladies have to say about that?
Do you think it is ok for someone to call out your child on social media or a public forum? Hear what the women have to say about a situation that recently happened in their neighborhood.
A listener wrote in for advice on her coparenting situation. Since it was a scenario they are very familiar with, they decided to answer the question during this week's episode.
Finally, April asks Loren a very tough question about motherhood.
Don't forget, you can now stream Season 1 of "You, Me & My Ex" on Discovery+.
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In this episode, April and Loren finally discuss Loren's most recent breakup.
After giving a brief update on what's been going on in their lives, the women realize they left out a big chapter of their story. So, April put Loren in the hot seat and asked very personal questions about the relationship and why it ended. Listen as Loren shares very intimate and personal details of her breakup.
Since Loren seems to be such a professional at ending things, April requests her help in how to let men down easy.
Don't forget, you can now stream Season 1 of "you, Me, & My Ex" on Discovery+.
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In this episode, April and Loren give an update on what's been going on this summer. They have a lot to catch up on after their "mental vacation". The ladies will answer some burning questions. Also find out why they have been causing such a stir on TikTok.
The big secret...Loren updates us on her dating life. Who, What, When, Where, and Why is she dating!
The second most asked question - are April and John still married? Listen now to find out this and so much more!
Remember, you can now stream Season 1 of "You, Me, & My Ex" on Discovery +.
In this episode, April and Loren interview a very special guest. Sarah and her husband made a big decision to go against the grain. After her husband's retirement from the military, Sarah decided they should purchase a giant RV and take their 3 daughters and pet children on the road for a year. Listen to the interesting details of her travels and how she stays sane during her journey of life on the road.
Can you guess the "spicy" question April and Loren are dying to know from Sarah?
Also, find out how Loren was recently interrogated on her parenting style.
If you want to hear more about Sarah and her family or just follow along on their journey, check out her website: www.threegirlsandagoose.com
Don't forget, you can now stream Season 1 of "You, Me & My Ex" on Discovery+.
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In this episode, April and Loren unpack A LOT!
School is out for the summer, and the ladies contemplate whether or not they are bad moms because summer with a house full of boys is maddening!
Also, would they choose their moms all over again, given the chance? Find out what "wild" thing each of the women did when they first left home.
The women discuss their custody battle and how important it is that you do not put your kids in the middle. They also discuss different ways they parent in order to protect the innocence of their children.
Lastly, what is their take on parents and friends approving of the person they date or marry?
Don't forget, you can now stream Season 1 of "You, Me & My Ex" on Discovery+.
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In this episode, April and Loren discuss authentic friendships, and the undying love they have for their true friendship.
The ladies are also joined by one of their very best friends, Heather.
Heather has recently celebrated a very important anniversary - she has gone an entire year without sex! Loren is baffled, and April is perplexed.
The women also discuss how to define where a relationship is going, and if or how you decide to place a label on your relationship.
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In this episode, April and Loren discuss the behaviors of their children and ponder the question...is it a reflection of their parenting?
April talks about an incident with Tanner on the soccer field that opened her eyes to a different perspective. Loren reveals a parenting mishap with Jagger and how she stuck with her consequences for his negative behavior.
The women also make a big confession about their relationship - do they ever argue with each other?
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In this episode, April and Loren discuss what's been going on lately. They took a hiatus; they were on a break! But why? Don't worry, they always kiss and tell!
The women give a bird mom update. You will also hear some really exciting news that involves a new family member.
Which child has been giving them a run for their money lately? Also, find out what happened recently that made the women question what is and isn't being taught to their children in school.
April asks Loren if she thinks their relationship is "too close". As always, the ladies wrap up with an update on Loren's dating life. Spoiler alert - you'll find our whose bed she slept in!
In this episode, April and Loren discuss taking accountability. Both women recall the time in their lives when they began taking accountability for their actions, behaviors, and choices.
Sadly, some people never learn this art or do it far too late in life – which causes their ability to have healthy relationships nearly impossible.
Hear the women's advice on how to take accountability, in order to live a more productive and peaceful life.
Also, listen to the update on Loren's dating life. This one is a real doozie - you will NOT want to miss it!
Don't forget - you can now stream Season 1 of "You, Me, & My Ex" on Discovery+.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss living a fulfilling life. However, this is not what they were supposed to be discussing this week. This was supposed to be a break-up episode, but that is a tale to tell for another time.
Are you fulfilled? Listen to what the ladies have to say about their lives and where they find fulfillment. Also, get an update on the sugar daddy search. Loren ends the episode with a dating life update. Hear the deep question she has for April.
Remember, you can now stream Season 1 of "You, Me & My Ex" on Discovery+.
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In this episode, April and Loren discuss relationship cons. It's like being catfished, but worse! Both women admit to their biggest relationship con. They also reveal who they feel was the one man that brought the biggest con to them.
Loren announces a major scare she recently had. She brings us up to speed on her dating life, while reminding us to stay off the internet when drinking wine.
April confesses to an awkward internet search. Ironically, this episode also contains a lot of embarrassing boob talk.
Remember, you can now stream Season 1 of "You, Me & My Ex" on Discovery+.
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In this episode, April and Loren discuss self-destructive behaviors. The ladies are vulnerable as they divulge their individual patterns they experienced when going through their divorces. April opens up about her vices while attempting to heal from heartache. Loren talks about the scary truth behind her healing from the pain of her divorce.
Remember, you can now stream Season 1 of "You, Me & My Ex" on Discovery+.
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In this episode, April and Loren talk about birthing stories. Loren goes into detail about all 3 of her births, including the shocking conception of her first child. Hear the scary details of her second and the almost home birth of her third.
April tells us all about her first teen pregnancy, and if that wasn't enough, she manages to do it all again...still as a teen! Her third and final was full of delivery room surprises. Listen to find out what happened that kept her from sending our birth announcements for the last baby.
Also, Loren has some BIG dating plans coming up soon. How big? Well, you'll have to stay tuned to find out!
Remember, you can now stream Season 1 of "You, Me, & My Ex" on Discovery+.
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In this episode, April and Loren discuss what they think women really want.
What do they want out of life, relationships, or just for themselves?
You are sure to learn a lot, and you are sure to relate a lot.
April reveals that she had a procedure done this week and gives a PSA on what lead to the decision. Loren gives an update on her dating life.
Listen to hear all this and so much more.
You can now stream Season 1 of "You, Me & My Ex" on Discovery+.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss how to survive raising teenagers. They have six children, they have successfully raised two teen daughters, but will they survive these boys?
April confesses something that she is sure she will be mom-shamed for. Loren divulges a secret from her childhood that she feels bad about now.
In this week's dating escapades, April reveals that she had a date! Loren also tells us that she was just invited on an out of town date. How does April feel about that? Listen to find out all about this and so much more!
Also, you can now stream Season 1 of "You, Me & My Ex" on Discovery+.
In this episode April and Loren talk about giving up. More specifically, what they have given up for marriage, motherhood, and careers.
Listen as the women discuss things they missed out on in order to have a happy marriage, be great moms, and have a successful career.
Loren rates her date! Hear the most recent date Loren went on and they outcome. Will there be a second date? Listen to find out!
Remember, you can now stream the full season of "You, Me & My Ex" on Discovery+.
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In this episode, April and Loren discuss the reasons they got married. Loren talks about both of her marriages and what made her decide to take the plunge of matrimony.
April divulges the reasons she got married each time.
The women are celebrating one of their children getting married this week. In honor of the event, the ladies give advice on what they would have wanted someone to say to their younger selves,
Why do people get married? Love, money, children? Listen as April and Loren go through reasons they feel people get married and what they feel is important in making sure your marriage lasts.
Don't forget, you can now stream the full season of "You, Me & My Ex" on Discovery+.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss dating disasters. The women each talk about a past date that did not end well. They also tell us how they feel about being set up on blind dates.
For research, the ladies took to the dating scene at their favorite bar. Listen as they describe their mission in detail! Did anyone get lucky? Find out and hear their advice on new-age dating.
Remember, you can now stream the entire season of "You, Me & My Ex" on Discovery+.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss fate.
Do you believe in fate? Is it written in the stars? Is our path mapped out before we know it, or do we make decisions as we go that set the stage for the rest of our lives?
Could one mistake take you down the wrong road, altering your life forever?
Listen as the women introduce their beliefs on the topic. Hear which events in their lives led them to where they are today.
Remember, you can now stream the entire season of "You, Me, & My EX" on Discovery+.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss a woman's intuition.
To start, the women tell us their first impressions of the ex and current meant in their lives. What did Loren first think about John? How did April first feel about Roy?
Do you have a strong intuition? Find out what the ladies think about intuition and how it has helped them in their relationships. Also, listen to how these women have used their intuition to grow personally.
Don't forget, you can now stream the full season of "You, Me & My Ex" on Discovery+.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss getting closure from your past. April reveals some big family news, while Loren divulges some huge upcoming changes in her relationship.
Can you ever run away from past mistakes and experiences? Find out what the women think as they take a deep dive into their former lives.
What has Loren been running from? How has April struggled to overcome? You will hear all about it in this episode.
Also, the women end the episode with a "bang".
Don't forget, you can now stream the full season of "You, Me, & My Ex" on Discovery Plus.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss setting intentions for the new year. Do they have a New Year's resolution? Not so much. But they do have intentions set for 2022!
The ladies recap 2021 by indulging in what they learned and how they've grown. They talk about what they want to bring into this new year and what they hope to leave behind.
Also, Loren gives us a steamy recap of an embarrassing sex-capade!
Remember, you can now stream the full season of "You, Me & My Ex" on Discovery+.
In this episode, April and Loren dive into the topic of SEX! The women discuss how the sexual experiences they've had throughout their lives have changed the way they communicate with their partners.
April admits that this is a very uncomfortable topic for her, but she knows Loren will offer her 'SEXpertise' on the subject.
Find out what the women really like, and also the things they are not a fan of.
There will be no new episode next week. The women will be taking the week off for Christmas. They will be back with a BRAND NEW episode on New Year's Day.
Remember, you can now stream the entire season of "You, Me, & My Ex" on discovery +.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss making modifications in themselves.
April had an epiphany while traveling and wants to make some changes in the way she handles certain situations. Loren offers advice from her own journey of self-discovery.
Will Loren be able to take what she has learned and help find solutions for April's dilemmas? Will April accept the help and be willing to make the necessary changes in her life to rid her of some self-imposed stress?
Don't forget you can now stream the full season of "You, Me, & My Ex" on Discovery+.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss how damaging it is to your children to speak negatively about the other parent.
The women recall their childhood and how they learned from their parents' divorces. They talk about how talking about the other parent in from of your children can be considered parental alienation. This type of negative talk can have lasting effects on your children that will present problems in adulthood.
The ladies also discuss their holiday travel plans and what they are looking forward to, as well as what they are not so thrilled about.
Reminder, you can now stream the full season of "You, Me & My Ex" on Discovery+.
Happy Thanksgiving!
In this episode April and Loren discuss sexual bias in aging. Why are women so afraid of getting older? Why is it considered "sexy" for men to age but women are scrutinized for the same thing.
Loren embraces beauty in her age and urges all other women to do the same. April admits that she has struggled with aging but is trying to accept the blessing it is.
Reminder, you can not stream the full season of "You, Me & My Ex" on discovery+.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss feeling burn out but still pushing through. The women talk about how hard it is being in a slump, yet being required to do all the things expected of you as a mother.
These two always put it all on the table, but sometimes they are limited to what they are able to divulge. Rest assured, it will all come out in the end.
April and Loren are working on a BIG project and have some announcements to share SOON!
Remember, you can now stream the entire season of "You, Me & My Ex" on discovery+.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss good mom envy. Do you look at other moms and think they are doing a much better job than you? Do you ever wish your motherhood looked more like someone else's?
Listen as the women compare their motherhood to others that seem to be more successful at it.
The women also talk about their crazy week where they played neighborhood watch. April spills the beans on what Loren did to cause low flying helicopters in their neighborhood!
Remember, you can now stream the full season of "You, Me, & My Ex" on Discovery +.
Happy Halloween!
In this episode, April and Loren discuss how divorce can cause parenting challenges and how it affects children.
April explains how each of her children handled her divorces very differently.
Loren worries that her divorce will have greater lasting affects on one child more than the others.
Find out why the friendship between April and Loren could end their romantic relationships.
Also, is it ok to be honest when your friends are messing up their lives. Hear what the women have to say about that!
Remember, you can now stream the full season of "You, Me & My Ex" on Discovery+.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss relationship trauma. Loren reveals how trauma from sexual abuse leads to problems in her current relationship. April talks about how abuse and infidelity from her first marriage has created issues in her relationships since then.
Find out which child was brought home by the sheriff and which child is in the hot seat this week!
You can now stream the full season of "You, Me, & My Ex" on Discovery+.
In this episode, April and Loren continue discussing high conflict coparenting. Loren reveals more of her paranoia and why she has cell phone trauma.
April talks about her close call last week and how Loren is her go-to during a crisis.
The women dive into how they have both been guilty of being high conflict coparents in the past. They also give advice on how to recognize and defuse high conflict situations.
Remember, you can stream the full season of "You, Me & My Ex" on Discovery+.
In this episode April and Loren get real personal! The women talk about a topic that is most requested by their listeners - high conflict coparenting!
More specifically, the women discuss being married to the high conflict coparent.
Loren stumps April with this week's "What Would April Do". However, April gets a little payback when she reveals exactly "who" they will be discussing during this week's topic.
This episode may require more than one glass of wine!
Don't forget, you can now stream "You, Me & My Ex" on discovery+.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss relationship secrets. Should you keep things private or be open? The women discuss how they feel about filtering the truth on social media, when it comes to their significant others.
April reveals that it is hard for her to understand the concept of staying in an abusive relationship, now that she is on the other side of the situation.
Loren talks about speaking the hard truth and how women should use their voice to stand up against domestic violence in relationship.
You can stream the full season of "You, Me & My Ex" on discovery+.
If you or someone you know is in an abusive relationship - please seek help!
You can call 800-799-SAFE or visit www.thehotline.org to speak with a trained professional.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss codependency. April realizes that she has suffered from codependency for a very long time. Loren, on the other hand, is the complete opposite in that scenario.
The women talk about a parenting issue that they are not necessarily on the same page about, but discuss healthy ways to solve it.
Listen to how they explain the closeness of their relationship and the relationships they have with some of their exes.
You can stream the entire season of "You, Me, & My Ex" on discovery+.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss mom burnout. After two weeks of quarantine, this conversation is so relevant. How have the women handled coparenting with two family members testing positive for Covid?
Listen to Loren's experience of being exhausted in motherhood, especially after a bitter custody battle.
Hear April's take on being a young mother and now stepping into a big role as bonus mom to very young children.
Remember, you can now stream the full season of "You, Me & My Ex" on Discovery+.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss setting boundaries in your romantic relationships. Can you be in a marriage and take a break? Is it ok to "be on a break"? Hear how the women feel about setting their own rules when it comes to relationships.
Find out why Loren blocked her boyfriend on social media? Also, did the women survive the first week of school?
Don't forget, you can now stream all episodes of "You, Me & My Ex" on discoveryplus!
In this episode, April and Loren recount their cross-country adventures.
the women decided to take a journey to find themselves and do a little self-reflection. Did their friendship survive nine days of travel?
Find out how Loren made April face her fears and the extreme measures she took to do so. Also, April experienced a lot of "firsts". Listen to find out her favorites.
The women tell listeners their biggest takeaway from their journey and how it affected their future plans.
Don't forget to watch the season finale of, "You, Me & My Ex" Sunday at 10pm EST on TLC!
In this episode, April and Loren discuss friendships and how important they are. The women talk about past relationships with friends and how they have changed them for future friendships.
Has being on a reality television show changed their outlook on friendships?
April has a question for Loren about feeling left out with other moms. Loren admits to telling a fib to her boyfriend.
Don't forget to tune in to our new show, "You, Me & My Ex" on TLC at 10 pm EST.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss living someone else's happily ever after.
Following a day spent reminiscing with Loren, April realizes that she may be having doubts about her future. Will Loren be able to tell April, "I told you so"?
Does Loren feel like she should have stayed married to John? What is her boyfriend doing the is causing her to feel disrespected?
Don't forget to tune in to our new show, "You, Me & My Ex" Sundays at 10 pm EST on TLC!
In this episode, April and Loren discuss annoying spouses. More specifically, the women divulge their significant other's most annoying traits.
They balance out the roast fest by admitting their most annoying qualities.
The women also debate a sticky situation as a listener needs advice.
Don't forget to tune in every Sunday at 10pm EST on TLC to their new show, "You, Me & My Ex"!
In this episode, April and Loren discuss who got the best years of their lives. Do you think one of your exes took your best years? Or are your best years yet to come?
Loren discusses a parenting moment, and the women decide how to tackle a teachable moment with one of their sons.
April has an epiphany and decides to make a big change in her life. How will this affect the family dynamic?
Don't forget to tune in to the newest episode of You, Me & My Ex Sundays on TLC at 10pm EST.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss intimacy. Let's talk about sex, baby! The women wonder if their sex is broken or just as normal as the next person. Does size matter? How often should you have sex? Does your partner compare you to his or her ex? Find out the answers to these questions and more in this episode.
Don't forget to tune in to their new show, "You, Me, & My Ex" on TLC every Sunday at 10PM EST.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss how the truth can hurt once we hear it. The women talk about decisions they have made in their lives and relationships that come back to haunt them later in life.
They also reveal how it feels to hear the men in their lives divulge feelings on national television that they have never revealed to them in person.
April and Loren discuss what they hope the future of their relationship looks like.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss expectations in relationships versus the reality of them. The women also divulge what it is really like watching their lives unfold on a reality television show.
April admits how the 90/10 rule of relationships has affected her outlook on her marriages to Roy and John.
Loren tells us how difficult it has been to see the portrayal of her ex on television.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss the mom "dress code". They debate the age-old question of, "Can moms be sexy?"
April recalls the triggers of her past that cause her to have issues when it comes to being body shamed.
Loren talks about her feelings of needing approval and validation to dress the way she wants.
Is it ok for women to feel sexy after becoming a mother? Listen to this episode to hear what the women think.
Also, don't forget to tune in Sundays at 10pm EST on TLC to watch the latest episode of "You, Me & My Ex"!
In this episode, April and Loren discuss the difficulties of being married to someone else's ex. The women divulge the most difficult aspects of their relationships with the same man.
April talks about how hard it was to accept the end of her first marriage and how horrible she was to Jerry's new wife.
Loren tells us the struggles she had in the beginning of John and April's relationship and how she still works to combat them.
Don't forget to tune in to our NEW show, "You, Me & My Ex" on TLC - airing Sundays at 10pm EST!
In this episode, April and Loren discuss traveling with their exes. The women give details of the recent trip they took as a BIG blended family.
April recounts her travels with her first husband, Jerry. She also talks about traveling with Roy and how she feels about it.
Loren admits that she prefers to not travel with John, due to the lack of communication between them.
Don't forget to check out the premiere of their NEW show on TLC, "You, Me & My Ex" on Sunday, June 20th at 10pm EST!
In this episode, April and Loren talk about their top three triggers that set them off during their bitter custody battle. Loren discusses an interesting parenting moment with one of the boys. April reveals a big move in her career, and how she will be taking time to focus on being a mom and working closely with Loren to build their business.
Don't forget, their new show, "You, Me & My Ex" will premier on TLC on June, 20th at 10PM EST.
In this episode, April and Loren announce the BIG secret they have been keeping! Their blended family will be featured on a reality television serious titled, "You, Me & My Ex" that will premier on TLC June 20th at 10PM EST!
The women have special guests Ben and Nikki, authors of "Our Happy Divorce". Ben and Nikki got a divorce, but decided to take the high road and develop a positive coparenting relationship for their son. The former couple added to their family with Ben's new wife, including two more daughters, and Nikki's new husband. Much like our family, they live in the same neighborhood and all get along.
Click the links below to find out more about Ben, Nikki, and their big, blended family.
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In this episode, April and Loren talk about how changing your attitude can help create a better coparenting relationship with your ex.
Loren tells us how she was a bitter baby momma and what made her decide to take a different approach. April recalls how she learned valuable lessons from her first coparenting relationship with Jerry and that she decided not to bring those negative actions into her new coparenting dynamic.
The women also answer a very intimate question sent in by a follower.
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In this episode, April and Loren talk about relationship red flags. The women discuss some of the red flags they have personally dealt with in past relationships, as well as ones you should generally look out for prior to dating someone.
The women also discuss the great advice their moms gave them growing up and why we often choose to learn lessons the hard way.
April discovers the reason Loren and John's marriage did not work out. Loren recounts a great teachable moment she recently had with her boys.
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In this episode, April and Loren discuss divorce and the damage it does. More importantly, they argue the point of staying in an unhealthy marriage and the lasting harm it can have of your children.
The women discuss growing up and witnessing abuse in their homes. They confess their feelings about their parents' divorces and how it was a blessing in disguise. April goes into detail about the abuse in her first marriage and how she refused to allow the cycle to repeat itself.
In this episode, April and Loren celebrate their 100th Podcast! They are joined by special guest, John. He talks about how far this blended family has come and how his relationship with Loren has changed over the years.
In honor of 100 episodes, the women answer questions sent in from their followers. Among many topics, they discuss step-parent communication, high-conflict relationships, and vindictive exes.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss leaving things that no longer serve you and how the universe moves us when we are unsure of what we should do. The women also open up about how they learned to accept change, say no, and find peace.
April confesses about something she has not been honest about for years. She finally opens up and make a huge confession.
Loren tells us something that happened in her life recently that really rocked her world.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss the continuation and culmination of their divorces and child custody battle.
April remembers the call from Loren that lead to the beginning of their friendship. She goes into detail about her feelings and how things could have gone very wrong if she would have allowed the volatile nature of their past to continue.
Loren recalls the moment she made the decision to reach out to April and her fear of how things could have gone.
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In this episode, April and Loren continue the saga of the early stages of their relationship. April opens up about the dark place she was in during the end of her relationship to Roy. Loren also details how she was feeling on the other side of the fence, having some of the same emotions.
The women discuss the loneliness and heartache they felt at such a dark time in their lives. They also talk about the beginning of unpredicted relationships that brought them a shred of hope for the future.
April and Loren answer a question they get asked repeatedly, in hopes of finally setting the record straight.
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In this episode, April and Loren continue the saga of their love story. They discuss how they met for the first time and their feelings on first impressions of each other.
The women recount the emotional struggles they were dealing with while both of their marriages were ending.
April talks about the start of her friendship with John, while Loren relives what it was like dealing with that on her side of the fence.
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In this episode, April and Loren discuss the most sensitive, yet craved topic listeners always inquire about...the love child.
The women go into uncomfortable detail on the bombshell dropped in the first year of marriage for Loren and John, and how this still affects their entire family.
April discusses her recent spike in irritability, which leads the women down the road of medication for anxiety, stress, and medication.
Can your marriage recover after cheating results in a child? Listen to what the ladies have to say about it in this episode!
In this episode, April and Loren discuss their second marriages. Loren goes into detail about the shame she felt in the beginning of her relationship to John. April talks about the similarities between her marriage to Roy and the marriage of Prince Harry and Megan.
The women discuss the courage it takes to admit your own faults that contribute to the demise of a relationship.
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In this episode of Co-Parenting Past Chaos, April and Loren discuss their first marriages. They talk about how those relationships and divorces set the tone for their future relationships. They also discuss the impact that marrying young had on their self-worth.
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In this episode of Co-parenting Past Chaos, April and Loren go back and dissect the very first blog they ever wrote. The women dive into more details about the events from their past and how that has shaped them as mothers and allowed them to build such a strong co-parenting bond.
April tells us how she keeps John walking the line. Loren divulges how she is in too deep in an argument with her boyfriend and why it's too late to back down now.
Listen as the women give their advice on the importance of building a strong bond with each other as friends, moms, and co-parents, in order to raise their children to have the amazing lives they deserve.
In this episode of Co-parenting Past Chaos, the women discuss the difficulties of coparenting in two separate homes.
Loren gives us an insight into just how petty she is willing to be when pushed to the limit, and April reveals whether or not she supports Loren's reaction to the situation.
The women also talk about how hard it is to deal with transitions and the struggles they have with their children's behavior. April and Loren gives us their tips on how they are able to successfully co-parent with several parents while living in different homes.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss WHY they became friends and what makes their relationship work. They have been getting a lot of questions about their friendship lately, so they decided to explain their situation in detail.
The women also give their take on the new Britney Spears documentary and how it relates to their high-conflict custody battle. Loren tells us why she went through John's phone, and April makes a confession about her first marriage and her secret internet searches.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss how misery loves company in divorce and co-parenting. The women dissect their divorces and how miserable they attempted to make their exes throughout the process.
April and Loren also go into the miserable aspects of their bitter custody battle and give examples of how they let their misery dictate their actions.
Listen as the ladies give tips on how to combat the misery you go through during these difficult times and learn to choose happiness instead.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss how having different parenting styles have affected the blending of their families. They remember their bitter custody battle and the aftermath it had with their children and the relationships between them.
The women divulge which one of them has gone rogue in their parenting dynamic and discuss ways to reel that person back in.
April and Loren also talk about the type of mothers they are and how it affects their relationships with their significant others.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss moms that cuss. The ladies talk about their past co-parenting experience with their attorneys advising them to be "perfect" in front of the children. When April let a naughty word slip, John's head spun.
They also talk about growing up and what types of language was appropriate in their homes.
April and Loren also dive into the here and now. How do they handle swear words in each household? Does saying bad words make you a bad mom? Listen to what the ladies have to say about this and so much more!
In this episode, April and Loren discuss the ways they have sabotaged their relationships. Are we our own worst enemies? Find out how we answer that question.
Listen as we discuss how the trauma from our past relationships affected the beginning of our co-parenting relationship. Also, we talk about how our past issues have molded us, as well as created walls that have made it very difficult to truly. find happiness in our current relationships. We also discuss how we have been able to break the barriers from our past trauma in order to live in the now.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss the possibility of having it all. As women, wives, and moms - can you really have it all, or does it come with a price? First, the women define what it means to have it all. Then, they discuss how to prioritize the things you want and how that fits in with your lifestyle. Listen as they rationalize what having it all means to them. Find out if they think it is truly possible to have it all.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss reasons why bio mom dislike stepmoms. They remember a time, not so long ago, when they disliked each other so much they could not stand being in the same room as one another.
The women consider the different ways they reacted to circumstances during their custody battle and how they relate to how other bio moms feel about stepmoms. They also talk about how you should react when the biome does not like you.
In this episode, April and Loren take it back to the beginning. They discuss what led to them creating the relationship they have today. The women give a recap on what it took to develop the co-parenting dynamic they currently have. April and Loren also talk about how they all ended up living in the same neighborhood. Times were difficult in the beginning; they were not as blissful as they are today. The women open up about why they decided to be so raw and vulnerable in telling their story.
In this episode, April and Loren teach you ways to fight with your spouse.
Well, maybe not so much how to fight - but how to disagree in a healthier way.
The women discuss their marriages and the ways they argued in each of them. They discuss all the unhealthy aspects of the disagreements they faced during their previous marriages, as well as how they have managed not to bring those into their current relationships.
April and Loren talk about ways to argue in a more productive manner, in hopes of not making the same mistakes they have made previously.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss finding your sanity during this pandemic. They talk about how hard it has been to find an outlet and a release while working, owning a business, being wives, and taking care of all the children during this chaos.
Joining them to shed some clarity on the chaos is Josephine Atluri. Josephine is an expert in meditation and in overcoming adversity to find joy. Through her unique journey on her path to become a mom of five, Josephine weathered many ups and downs with IVF, international adoption and surrogacy.
You can find out more about Josephine, visit her website at www.jatluri.com
She is also the host of the Responding To Life Podcast, which you can listen to on your favorite listening platform.
Also, check out her Instagram at www.instagram.com/josephineratluri/
In this episode, April and Loren discuss why moms shame themselves into feeling like they aren't a good enough mom. They also talk about how they tend to allow one of their children in particular, to set the standard for how they parent in their households.
The women share an incident from recently where they felt like horrible moms and what led up to them threatening to sell one of their kids to the circus.
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In this episode, April and Loren discuss finding your thanks and discovering your clarity through the chaos of a coparenting relationship.
The women remember their bitter custody battle and how they could have changed their mindset early on to prohibit so much animosity.
They offer three steps that you can follow in order to find clarity through the chaos.
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In this episode, April and Loren discuss how their views on bonus parent involvement has evolved since they began coparenting. Loren explains how her opinions have changed the most. In the beginning, she believed that April should not have such a leading role in the parenting decisions. Now that their relationship has grown, and they have become best friends, Loren admits that she is absolutely on board with April's involvement.
April admits that she has also learned things from Loren that has helped in her motherhood and step-motherhood journeys.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss the difficulties of parenting and co-parenting a child that looks and acts just like your ex. They recall their experiences with each child they have that highly resembles their ex husbands. The women talk about how hard it was to heal and move forward while parenting tiny versions of the person that broke their hearts.
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In this episode, April and Loren discuss turning tragedy into triumph in your co-parenting relationship. Joining them to tell their amazing story of rising above the chaos and creating a positive co-parenting relationship are Denny, Jamie, and Amanda from the "Thank God Cancer Saved Our Divorce" podcast.
Denny and Jamie are two divorced parents that had to set aside their differences and learn to co-parent when there was so much at stake.
Tragedy struck their lives when Denny and Jamie's young daughter was diagnosed with cancer. That really opened the door to a new relationship between the divorced parents. Through cancer a new relationship emerged, not only for Denny and Jamie - but it also developed and repaired the relationship between Jamie and Amanda, Denny's new wife.
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In this episode, April and Loren discuss the shame and stigma behind being married multiple times. The women talk about how they felt each time they got divorced, as well as why they have felt shamed. They also recall the times when they feel the most embarrassment from their multiple times down the aisle.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss how easy it can be to compare your current relationship with those from the past. They talk about jealousy and how it was a major contributing factor to the cause of their bitter custody battle. The women tell us how they were able to overcome comparison and jealousy in order to build a stronger relationship with not only their significant others, but between the two of them as well.
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In this episode, April and Loren discuss how they managed to keep the spark in their relationships while going through a bitter custody battle and blending their family. They discuss how hard it can be to maintain the romance in your marriage when dealing with a mentally and an emotionally draining court case.
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In this episode, April and Loren discuss the difficulties of parenting naughty children. They talk about their current situation of coparenting and how it is affecting their ability to be at the top of their game in motherhood. The ladies give a glimpse into their raw lives of being "bad moms" and how uncomfortable it once was to admit their faults as mom and stepmom.
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In this episode, April and Loren discuss how to overcome lies that were told in the beginning of a relationship and move on to your happy ever after. They talk about how the end of Loren's second marriage intertwined with the beginning of April's third marriage. Most importantly, how they were able to look past all the negatives in order to reach forgiveness and find their happy place, all while maintaining the friendship they were building between them.
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In this episode, April and Loren discuss how to not kill your ex - not in a literal manner, of course! The women talk about their marriages and divorces and the things they could have done differently before saying, "I DO" to ensure a healthier relationship. Also, what they could have done to have a more civil divorce. They reveal how they wish things were handled during the difficult times and advise other women on empowering themselves during divorce.
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In this episode, April and Loren discuss events that are currently happening in their co-parenting relationship. They talk about how they are going through a transition and the dynamic is changing since both dads left for military training and orders. The women compare how different this situation would be if it was happening three years ago when they were going through their bitter custody battle.
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In this episode, April and Loren discuss then and now - the big compromise that changed their co-parenting dynamic forever! The women discuss when they came to the decision to utilize the same nanny for their children, in both of their homes. Joining them to discuss this topic is their wonderful nanny, Kayla.
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In this episode, April and Loren discuss half and step siblings and the relationships they have. The women talk about growing up not knowing some of their siblings and not having the ability to develop the relationships and bonds they would have liked. They reveal that those bonds have since grown as adults.
Joining them is a very special guest, April's half brother that she did not meet until two years ago. They discuss how their relationship developed and has evolved in the last couple of years.
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In this episode, April and Loren discuss finding their voices. In honor of Women's Equality they each talk about the point in their lives when they realized it was time to speak up and not be ashamed of what each of them had to say. Being such advocates of women's empowerment, the ladies offer advice on what they feel is important in finding your own voice and feeling empowered.
The women also discuss how finding your voice correlates with marriage, divorce, and co-parenting.
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In this episode, April and Loren discuss co-parenting from a male perspective. They have a little help from John - April's husband and Loren's ex-husband - as well as Loren's boyfriend, Jake. The men give their opinions and advice on what they feel are important aspects of building a positive co-parenting relationship.
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In this episode, April and Loren discuss emotional affairs. Loren talks about her experience with emotional affairs. April confesses that she fears she may have had an emotional affair without even knowing she was. The women are joined by one of their close friends, Heather, as she discusses how an emotional affair ultimately ended her marriage.
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In this episode, April and Loren discuss their 5 steps to staying out of court for a custody battle. April talks about how she was able to decide both custody agreements outside of court when her marriages ended. Loren goes into detail about what she thinks went wrong during the custody battle between her and John. The women are joined by fellow podcaster and family law attorney, Miss Renee Bauer. Renee is the host of the Happy Even After Podcast, and also has her own law firm. She joins the ladies to discuss divorce, co-parenting, and child custody. Renee gives us insight into the legal aspect of child custody and offers advice on how she believes couples can create a peaceful co-parenting agreement without attorneys or judges involved.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss the struggles of being a single mom. They each talk about their separate journeys through single motherhood, both the highs and lows.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss reasons they convinced themselves they were unlovable. They recall instances from their childhoods and previous marriages that developed insecurities that resurfaced later in life. The women open up about their personal insecurities and offer advice to other women on how they can stop convincing themselves that they are not enough.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss the secrets of John and Loren's marriage. More specifically, the secret child that John had with another woman, a few short months before he and Loren were married. Joining the women, John tells a first-hand account of the relationship he had with the woman that later carried his child, unbeknownst to Loren. In the most jaw-dropping episode yet, secrets are told, hearts are shattered, and lies are brought to light. Will their co-parenting relationship survive this buried secret?
In this episode, April and Loren discuss being a Mistress. Previously, Loren has opened up about the beginning of her relationship with John. Before the two of them were married, she was John's Mistress. On the flip side of that, when April was married to Jerry, he had a few 'secrets on the side' during their relationship. The women talk about the negative effects of being a mistress and the damage that having a mistress does to the other woman.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss a topic that is normally off limits in a marriage. However, they enjoy breaking the rules, so why not go all out. The women discuss what happens with the relationship you have with your in-laws after a divorce. They talk about their personal experiences with both previous marriages, as well as their hopes for the future.
In this episode, April and Loren recount the events of the last year. They discuss the highs and lows, the ups and downs, but most of all - the victories they have had while co-parenting past the chaos. The wives share their hopes for the future and what they wish to share with other families going through a difficult custody battle.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss their thoughts on couples that choose to stay married for the sake of the children. They talk about their personal experience with this, in their previous marriages. The women are joined by Missy, who describes her childhood with parents that chose to remain married even though their relationship was volatile. She joins them on the day of her parent's long-awaited divorce - 32 years in the making.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss the very sensitive, but relevant topic of Mental Illness. More specifically, the women dive into the topic of motherhood and your mental health. They discuss their experiences with depression during their divorces, while trying to maintain sanity so they can still be great mothers. The women are joined by April's youngest daughter, and she discusses her diagnoses of mental illness.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss their actions while going through both of their divorces. They talk about how they behaved and what they wish they would have done differently. April and Loren developed their own Guide to surviving divorce, which they discuss during this episode. This episode is sponsored by Masami Hair Care products.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss parental alienation. The are joined by Stefanie, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of WI, who holds a master’s degree in Forensic Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. The women get professional insight on the tough subject of parental alienation, while discussing their experiences in the matter.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss how divorce and positive co-parenting affect children. They talk about their individual experiences as well as how their children are coping today. April and Loren are joined by special guest and fellow Podcast host, Melissa Brown. Melissa is a mom and stepmom, and she hosts "The Blended Family Podcast". Together, the women discuss the affects divorce and blending families can have on children.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss being best friends with your new spouse's ex. The women recount the beginning of their relationship, recalling the ups and downs. They talk about the benefits of having such a strong friendship as wife and ex-wife, mom and stepmom. This episode is sponsored by Aila. You can shop Aila at www.meetaila.com. Be sure to use our code - PASTCHAOS20 - at checkout for 20% off your order!
In this episode April discusses the difference between co-parenting infants and teenagers. She is joined by a special guest co-host, Leslie. The women talk about the struggles and joys of being a stepmom. They explain what they feel has been the most difficult age to parent and co-parent their children.
In this episode we discuss long-distance co-parenting. We talk about the three tips we believe are important when co-parenting from afar. April is joined by a special guest, her ex-husband, Jerry. Together, they discuss how they were able to positively co-parent while living on opposite sides of the country. This episode is sponsored by Podcorn.
In this episode, April has a guest co-host to help her discuss becoming a stepparent. She is joined by her ex-husband, Roy, to help shed light on what you can expect when you become a stepparent. They offer advice and tips on how to peacefully blend your family, while maintaining your sanity.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss different styles of co-parenting. They talk about all the types they have tried in their personal dynamic and what has and has not worked for them. They are joined by special guest, Tabitha, who shares her emotional co-parenting journey.
In this BONUS episode, April and Loren give insight into what has been going on in their co-parenting relationship lately. They go into detail on the changes that will be coming in their journey as well as a brief recap of what has already happened.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss boundaries in your co-parenting relationship. They talk about setting boundaries and the ones they feel are important for their family dynamic. Joining them to give a professional opinion on the topic, Stefani adds a therapeutic insight on why boundaries are important and how to have the sometimes difficult talks about setting them.
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In this episode, April and Loren discuss co-parenting with an addict. They talk about the experiences they had growing up with family members who suffered from addiction. Since neither April nor Loren have co-parented with an addict, they have very special guests to shed light on the subject. Leslie is married to Jennifer's ex husband. Together, they co-parent two daughters. Throughout their relationship, Jennifer suffered from addiction. Leslie and Jennifer have since developed a very strong bond and were able to co-parent past addiction!
In this episode, April and Loren discuss co-parenting a child with a very unique behavior. They talk about the challenges they face when trying to forge a positive co-parenting relationship, while simultaneously parenting a child that had a much different behavior than they had ever dealt with before. The women have a surprise guest join them, their son Jackson.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss the ugly truth that is...jealousy. They tell us examples of how jealousy affected them during their divorces and early on in their co-parenting relationship. April and Loren also give listeners three ways to combat jealousy, in order to preserve your relationship and yourself.
In this episode April and Loren discuss co-parenting plans during the coronavirus epidemic. They talk about alternative measures you can take in regards to your parenting plan while dealing with this crisis.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss relationships and intimacy. They talk about the importance of keeping the romance in a relationship when you are going through stressful situations, such as a bitter custody battle. The women are joined by special guest, Rabbi Manis Friedman, to discuss the art of maintaining an intimate relationship and just what that means.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss co-parenting with a narcissist. They talk about five tips they feel are important to consider when co-parenting with a narcissistic person.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss the benefits of having a tribe of friends that you can count on. During their divorces and co-parenting journey, the Wives have been surrounded by their village. Their friends, Amanda and Heather, join them to discuss parenting with a village and talk about how important it is to embrace the help that your group of friends can provide during the good times and bad.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss the importance of being alone after divorce. They talk about how it is pertinent for your mental health to know more about your true self, before you expect anyone else to be able to do the same. How can we expect someone to love us, if we do not truly love ourselves? This episode is filled with the empowerment you need to become comfortable and confident on your own.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss the concept of co-parenting with a stepparent. They explain that in some relationships, communication between the ex spouses is so toxic, that is healthier for the stepparent to aide in co-parenting until the biological parents can reach a more peaceful existence.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss creating a peaceful co-parenting relationship. They are joined by Kathy Hammond. a 27-year veteran stepmom, writer, speaker, and award-winning author, with over 2 decades of stepmom experience. April and Loren go into detail on topics covered in Kathy's latest book, “How To Kill Your Husband’s Ex, Attorneys, and Then Some”. This amazing read, gives wonderful advice to women on how to survive being a stepmom.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss when men marry a strong-willed woman and attempt to change her. April recalls that no man has ever tried changing her, but she has put pressure on herself to fit into what she feels the man wants her to be. Loren tells us that she feels the majority of the men she has dated all want to tame her and place her in a box that she never fits into.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss the hot topic of "Mommy Issues". They talk about how their relationships with their mothers have affected their parenting style as adults. The women are joined by a special guest, Ally, to give her insight on her issues as a child growing up with "Mommy Issues".
In this episode, April and Loren discuss the heavy topic of mental illness in mothers, while going through a divorce. They both talk about their personal mental health while attempting to hold things together and parent their children while surviving their divorces. April and Loren talk about how important it is to open up about your mental health.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss mom-shaming. The women talk about how they have both been mom-shamed, as well as admitting they have been guilty of judging other moms in the process. April also shocks Loren with a revelation about how she feels about women that do not have children becoming part of their blended family.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss their co-parenting relationship and how it has evolved in 2019. They also discuss their goals and hopes for 2020. April talks about how her highs and lows of the previous year and where she hopes the co-parenting relationship will go in the future. Loren tells us how their co-parenting relationship has affected her life as a whole and what she hopes will come of it.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss the pressure of portraying the 'perfect' life on social media. They talk about how this relates to co-parenting and the instances that occurred in their real-life custody battle. April and Loren go into detail about how society and social media place stress on individuals and families to maintain a 'perfect' appearance in order to fit in with the rest of the world.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss the process of letting go and moving on. They talk about the three steps of acceptance, healing, and forgiving and how they used them during their divorces in order to strengthen their co-parenting relationship as well as themselves personally. They are joined by a prior guest and good friend, Heather, to give her perception on the topic.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss dating as a single parent. April talks about her experiences in dating after her first marriage, while being the single mother of two daughters. Loren tells us about new-age dating as a single mom, while co-parenting three children with her ex-husband and April.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss knowing when it is time to end a marriage. They talk about how and why each of their previous marriages ended and what made them know it was time to walk away. They invited a special guest on their show to recall her shocking story of her marriage and what let to its demise.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss the effects that absentee parents inflict on the children they abandon. The Wives recall their personal childhood experiences involving their family dynamic. With a special guest, April's son-in-law, they get a male perspective on the topic of growing up with and absent father.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss gender bias in co-parenting. They talk about parenting roles they experienced during childhood, and they give their opinions on the same roles in their adult lives. With a special guest, they delve into the different aspects of gender bias between step-parenting and biological parenting.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss the three guidelines they believe are important to consider when you are introducing a new love interest to your children and ex spouse. The talk about timeline, approach, and expectations. With a special guest, their friend and neighbor Heather, they recall a personal experience of April's ex-husband introducing her and their son to his love interest - Heather.
In this episode, April and Loren give the details of the call that Loren made to April that began the friendship they have today. Loren discusses the heartbreak and devastation that led to her reaching out to April for help. April tells us about her feelings on receiving the news from Loren and how that affected her outlook on their friendship and co-parenting relationship. The women reveal how one simple phone call built the bridge that constructed an extremely strong bond between them.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss what led up to the call that changed their relationship forever. They talk about returning home to find the devastation that the hurricane left in its path. April explains how she was able to build a stronger marriage in the process, while Loren discusses the demise of her relationship.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss one final attempt at creating their own custody agreement sans attorneys and the courtroom. They also give listeners an insight into their last mediation, and how pointless in turned out to be. Loren discusses her struggles with her oldest son and how the divorce and custody battle affected their relationship. April talks about the day her oldest daughter revealed that she was gay, and how she handled the news.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss the first culminating event that aided them in developing a positive coparenting relationship. Loren explains the importance of communication and compromise while building a good relationship with your counterpart. April discusses how imperative it is to rebuild trust in a relationship and how it correlates to positive coparenting.
In this episode April and Loren continue the custody battle sage with a new court hearing. This time, the judge orders Loren to pay child support to John. During court, she also comes face to face with a long time friend turned foe. Loren discusses the advancement of her romantic relationship and where it is headed. April tells us about her feelings in the child support hearing, as well as the issues with John's attorney's office. She learns that her pregnant daughter has decided to get married. April also realizes that while things are difficult for her relationship with John due to the ongoing custody battle, she will always remain by his side because he is the love of her life.
In this episode the Wives discuss the continuance of their unproductive co-parenting relationship. April recalls an incident where Loren attacked her insecurities, by insulting her recent lip injections. April also continues the saga of her pregnant daughter and the drama behind that situation. Loren remembers how difficult her life was when she felt alienated from her children's lives. She takes us back to the relationship she was in and recalls just how serious things were becoming.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss their views on children calling stepparents 'mom' and 'dad'. They explain their take on the topic by giving insight into their individual childhood situations, as well as their current position. The Wives are also joined by special guests, John and Roy. The men give their opinions on the topic and offer a few laughs to lighten the mood. John describes his feelings on his children referring to April as 'mom'. Roy explains how he felt when April's daughters began calling him 'dad'.
In this episode April and Loren discuss the first major shared holiday in their co-parenting journey. Loren also discusses the details of her first serious relationship after her divorce from John. April tells us the struggles she had when she and John discuss having and child of their own, and then drops the bomb on who is expecting a baby.
In this episode, the Wives continue to discuss the negative co-parenting relationship they maintained. They talk about how difficult it was to communicate in all aspects. April describes her wedding day and shares a secret with Loren that has them both in tears with laughter. Loren also tells us about the new love interest she met during that time in her life.
In this episode, the Wives discuss the aftermath of the verdict. They also discuss their friendship and co-parenting relationship and what they believe got them to the positive place they are in. They laugh and gasp at their parenting and relationship stories, while explaining what they hope listeners get out of hearing their stories.
In this episode, the Wives talk about the initial court case that decided custody for Loren and John's three boys. We hear about the emotional details during the trial and how the outcome affected their family. The Wives are joined by John, April's husband and Loren's ex-husband, to give his first-hand account of the events that transpired that day.
In this special edition Podcast released in honor of reaching 500 Facebook followers, the Wives sit down with Jessica, the wife of April's 1st ex-husband to discuss their co-parenting dynamic. April and Jessica take a trip down memory lane to the beginning of their tumultuous relationship, and how they overcame the odds to provide a stable and positive atmosphere for their children.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss the aftermath of the email that rocked their worlds. They go into detail about the start of the custody battle that lasted over two years. This is where things begin to get extremely difficult and emotions that have been buried, never to be seen again, rise to the surface.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss the catapult into their messy relationship. They will talk about the email that began the horrible custody battle that lasted over 2 years. Loren discusses her move back to Georgia and how that affected her relationship with John. April discusses the beginning of her relationship with John, and how they fell in love while he was away for training.
In this week's episode, April and Loren discuss the culminating event of the finale of Loren's marriage to John. April discusses how her feelings for John began to grow stronger. You will hear about the lies, betrayal, family drama, and so much more!
In this episode, April and Loren discuss the continuing saga of their rollercoaster relationship. It seemed like they had made a mends, but it was short lived. The drama continued over the friendship that April was building with John, only causing Loren to dislike April even more. Things came to a head when April discovered a text between Loren and Roy regarding the night they "ended it with a bang".
In this episode, April and Loren discuss the infamous 'watering can'. As April and John's friendship is progressing, Loren returns and things start to heat up. The tension between Loren and John is at an all-time high. As a storm rolls into town, Loren decides to confront April about her relationship with John.
In this episode, April and Loren discuss the night they first met. April also discusses how her friendship with John began. She describes the moment she found out that Loren had moved out and John was getting a divorce. Loren talks about why she left and how she felt about April when they originally met. She also opens up about what things were like inside their home that led up to her leaving.
In this week's episode, Loren and April go into detail about the bombshell that was dropped on Loren early in her marriage with John. They will discuss infidelity, secret children, and working through heartache and pain. April will ask Loren tough questions on what it was like to find out that the father of her child also had a child with someone else. Join them as the secrets are revealed firsthand!
In this episode the April and Loren discuss their first and second marriages. Loren goes into detail on her first marriage and how she believes he was her one true love. Will they find their way back to one another? She also discusses her second marriage to John, who is April's current husband. Loren talks about how her marriage to John began as an affair.
April discusses her first marriage that began at a very young age. She talks about the domestic abuse she encountered during that relationship. She goes into detail about the positive co-parenting relationship they were able to build and how her second husband played a major role in forging that alliance. April explains how even though her second marriage ended in divorce, they still maintain a very positive co-parenting relationship, as well.
April and Loren take it way back...back to the beginning. They dive into their childhood of divorce, blended families, abuse, alcoholism, and teen pregnancy. The 'Wife's' take you on a journey to where it all started for them. In this episode you will learn how their upbringing molded them into the women they are today. You will also gain a better understanding of how their past has and continues to affect their future. This will be an emotional journey for them, so join in while they laugh, cry, and drink wine!
In this episode April and Loren introduce themselves and give listeners an insight into who they are, what listeners can expect to hear, when they will be podcasting and blogging, where they will podcast and the significance of the place, and most importantly - the reason the Wife's decided to join forces and tackle this journey together as a TEAM!