Refined and Unfiltered

In this unfiltered episode, I sit down with my sister Allison to reflect on 2025 and step into 2026 with honesty, humor, and faith. We talk openly about losing our grandma, how grief showed up in our lives, and how differently people respond to loss, even within the same family. I share how my faith was stretched during that season, while Allison reflects on the resilience she found while continui...

Many people approach retirement without a structured financial plan, which can create uncertainty about the future. In this episode of Refined and Unfiltered, we discusses the value of organizing your finances and understanding your long-term goals before stepping into retirement. I'll explains what typically happens during a financial planning discovery meeting, why money conversations can f...

In this episode of Refined and Unfiltered, Ashley Rogers breaks down how your identity can quietly limit your potential, especially when it’s rooted in achievement, performance, or success. Drawing from her own journey, her athletic background, and insights from John Maxwell’s 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership, Ashley explains: In this episode, you’ll learn: • Why high achievers struggle with hidd...

In this episode, I sit down with former teacher turned “accidental entrepreneur” Erin Port, the founder of Simple, Purposeful Living . Erin shares how blogging every day for nearly a decade helped her discover her voice, build a no-debt business, and create a brand that empowers busy women to simplify their lives—one small change at a time. We discuss the realities of entrepreneurship, imposter sy...

In this episode of Refined and Unfiltered , host Ashley Rogers shares the three biggest lessons she’s learned as a business owner—lessons that continue to refine her both personally and professionally. From discovering that hard work is only the minimum standard , to realizing that effective communication builds trust and lasting relationships , to understanding that time is the great equalizer ,...

In the very first episode of Refined and Unfiltered , host Ashley Rogers shares the unfiltered truth about starting before you’re ready, chasing big goals, and building a business rooted in faith and real relationships. Ashley opens up about her journey from signing up for an Ironman with zero experience to stepping out as an independent financial advisor—two challenges that refined her resilience...