Deana Elwood

Off Duty

Back in 2019, I started this podcast because moms don’t get enough off-duty time. I’m a mama, a case manager and this is where the hats come off and we say the quiet part out loud. Off Duty starts now.

Author

Deana Elwood

Category

Education

Latest episode

Jul 9, 2026

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Episodes

PSL & Insecurities. 24.08.2023

I know, I get it, you're all happy for the PSL!!! I am however still embracing summer until it official ends. So today I will allow the applauding for the upcoming Fall, but also get a little deeper on insecurities and the reality to it all! Thanks to The New York Times article by Astra Taylor for giving me some greatness to add to this episode today. xx deana

Reality Shows & Driving Slow. 17.08.2023

It is official and that is that! Thursday...not Sunday, or Wednesday, tis Thursday. (HA) Welcome back friends and I hope you're okay with driving slow to this one, because I am finding that life is better when you slow down. I also know that if you are going to film something, do NOT get a facial prior to filming...or if you are like me and have acne...stay away from a facial for a month prior...

Spilling Tea On Time. 10.08.2023

I turned 40 and everything changed. That change you ask...is good! So join me today as I spill the tea (ouch it is hot) on time. Xx deana

On The Spot Karaoke. 03.08.2023

I promised you that music is a way to 4.0 your life, and that I will bring. Music brings memories, laughter, tears, and yes...always a great time. So with the most recent throwback on my Instagram of my 2003 Say What? Karaoke MTV edition, I decided to add some laughter to your life and mine with On The Spot Karaoke. (This will be done once if not twice a month with guests) I swear I love this! So...

Say My Name, Say My Name. 26.07.2023

What is making me 4.0 my life you ask...music! For some reason as I approach this whole new level of life soon, it is music and a throwback to my senior year in high school. I know right! The greats from 2000-2001 just rolling in and giving me so many memories of feel good moments. I am a lover of music from all genres especially when I can close my eyes and easily attach it to a moment in time. S...

You Down With OCD, Yeah Then You Know Me. 13.07.2023

When you read the title, what song did you think of.... hopefully you were singing it with me on this beautiful Thursday! (I know I am a day late...sorry!) But here we are, listening, tuning in, and joining me on another great episode on the podcast. Be sure to follow me on the Instagram (TheQueenBuzzdotcom) so you never miss an episode, as today we talk about Jerry the mouse and OCD. Xx deana

Summer Brain Activated! 28.06.2023

It is officially summer break for this teacher and oh my lord the summer brain is fully activated. I know what day it is so that is good, but man it is rough. I am also making sure to slow up my days and do more things (I discuss this in the episode) and talk all about the Fall goodies + what is coming this way very soon for those with littles! Xx deana

Missing the Mic. 21.06.2023

Lets take it back ... to the times where music was my entire life! Lets talk real music life, real unedited stuff playing in the city, guitar in hand and LOVING every minute! Xx deana

My MTV Moment. 07.06.2023

We have all had those moments where we just get a sweet opportunity and look past it instantly to break down all the flaws we created during the opportunity. Ugh why do we do that! I did that today and after a walk down good o' memory lane with all the great opportunities I had...I am feeling much better. So join me, sip the positivitea, and let's 4.0 our life! Xx deana

Feeling Swifty. 31.05.2023

Taylor Swift, Ice Box Cakes, and not caring about beach body ready! Welcome back friends and lets do what we do best, 4.0 our life. Another episode with me DEANA (with one N) and some talk about the Swifties this weekend in NJ, the epic Strawberry Shortcake Ice Box Cake I made, and healthy life = fun summer. Xx Deana

Brand Buzz ! 24.05.2023

Shouting out the brands today that truly are buzzworthy! Thank you to these brands that collab with me and truly make life so buzztastic! If you are a mom and pop or brand that wants a buzz, head on over to TheQueenBuzz@gmail.com or follow me on instagram @TheQueenBuzzdotcom Now lets get buzzing! Xx Deana. (with ONE N)

She's More Than Chicken Of The Sea. 17.05.2023

It is not always going to be easy when you want to accomplish something you really want. Someone else will try it, maybe do better, BUT that can not just be a simple giving up attitude. I am currently about to wrap listening to Jessica Simpson's book, Open Book, and wow is all I can say. I want to read it again and again. Her passion, attitude, and not giving up until people get me persona is...

Now ya know. 10.05.2023

It's me, hi, I am the host of the podcast. ( I hope you are singing that in the tune of Taylor Swift). Either way, it has been a minute since I introduced myself on the podcast and figured why not with my daughter while eating a hot fudge sundae. So hi, welcome and ps. I share a giveaway that I am doing on Monday on my Instagram, so listen to the end...okay? Thank you all, love you all. Xx dea...

Year 4 and Still Going! 26.04.2023

Woo hoo! The 28th marks the 4th year of my podcast and it feels so good! Still going strong and mainly it is because of all you that listen and continue to cheer me on! I truly can't thank you enough, so with that I am going to share the reality of podcasting. It is not all scary things, but hard work goes with it. So lets dive in and again, THANK YOU FOR ALWAYS BEING THERE! (on Wednesday that...

Sugar Monster Got Me! 18.04.2023

Welcome back! This week I can not wait to share all about this epic book I am reading/listening too...Glucose Revolution. I am finally understanding why my body is not responding to foods the way it should. For so long I wondered why do I have random breakouts, weight gain, or simply a struggle to lose weight! It is such a relief to learn for a biochemist that knows her stuff. So if you're int...

Dupes, Lemons, & Canva. 12.04.2023

A great dupe...yes please! Lemon8...loving it! Canva...can I work for you? Join me today as I squeeze all these goodies into the episode and yup, 4.0 life! Xx deana

20 in 20. 29.03.2023

It has been a while since I had a guest, so why not..... my husband. I sat him down for 20 questions in 20 minutes and I must say, he did well. However, I did learn that we will need to save a whole lot more for that dream car and dream vacation. Xx Deana

Not Famous. 22.03.2023

Hello and welcome back! So lets talk about behind the scenes, behind the hard work, behind that side hustle. It involves much more than that picture perfect image we see, so if you're up for it, lets do it. Giddy up friends as we chat about all that goes into a side hustle and why those that are winning at it, are doing it right. ps. are you a mom and pop and want to join me on the podcast?!?...

pop-tarts to pickled onions. 08.03.2023

All the credit to Dr. Glanville for this awesome title this week for my podcast!  I truly thank you for your wit and sass. Now for this week...I roll out some news and that is my podcast will be Wednesday because the number was even.  (you need to listen to understand). Other than that, tune in every Wednesday for a new episode and me attempting to 4.0 my life! Xx deana

So You Want To Build A Snowman? 01.03.2023

WE HAD A SNOW DAY! The last day of February and we had a snow day!  I took a Disney princess quiz, ate Jersey Mikes, and now I am ready for bed...but thank you for following me always.  I am now on iheart which is EPIC!  So follow, subscribe, like, love and follow me on the Insta @TheQueenBuzzdotcom Xx deana

165: He Left For Me. 21.02.2023

It's one of those episodes that hit differently, but makes so much sense! Tune in, subscribe, and thank you. Xx deana

164: Bananas + Karaoke. 14.02.2023

HAPPY VALENTINES DAY!  I am so happy about love and all that surrounds it!  Lets chat today about bananas, love, and me wanting to be a part of a karaoke club! Xx deana

163: Tuesday Is The Day! 07.02.2023

With much anticipation I bring you... Tuesday will be the new day for the podcast.  Honestly, Sundays are a day of rest.  (The lord said so) Plus, Mondays nobody truly adores, and I want you to adore the day we chat, so here we are. Now for today's topic whether it be a song or saying, how would you caption yourself? Xx deana

162: Create Content You Say? 31.01.2023

And I am back!  So everyone wants to be on the content creator, social media, making money train...pssst it's a fun ride so me too! But the question is, are you ready for the ride?  Are you ready to commit?  Are you ready to hear what you need to hear?  Join me and lets chat today and every Monday with a brand new episode.   Xx deana

161: Computer Hoarding + Editing 23.01.2023

I probably shouldn't have deleted what I did, and now I feel I will pay for it. UUGHH! Any who, welcome back and it's time to pretend to 4.0 our life ... right?!!?  But seriously, I am here today to talk about editing, and how we truly need to unedit our edited self. Xx deana

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