Defiantly Me Productions
The HomeWork Podcast
It's time to reassess how your work/home life balance is going. Hosts Sharlyn Turner-Bryant, a Career Strategist and HR Consultant, and Joy Andrews, an Acupuncturist and Feng Shui practitioner, bring together their perspectives on what's going on with the convergence of work-life these days. They'll discuss how we're feeling physically and emotionally, and cover ways to make the most of our physical space, head space, and heart space.
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Jan 10, 2026
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Episodes
Planning For Your 2026 10.01.2026 28:52
This week on "The Homework Podcast" , Sharlyn and Joy make the case for starting the new year early like, October early. What begins as side eye over someone saying “Happy New Year” turns into a soulful (and surprisingly funny) conversation about getting quiet, listening for life’s whispers, and preparing for the high energy Fire Horse year ahead. They unpack burnout, self care, and wh...
The Fertility Journey: Hope, Heartache & Healing 15.08.2025 44:22
This week on The Homework Podcast, Joy and Sharlyn get real about the highs and lows of fertility—from IVF and financial stress to faith, community, and self-compassion. With personal stories and professional insight, they shine a light on the emotional, physical, and spiritual sides of this deeply human experience.
Routines, Puppies & the Beautiful Chaos of Change 08.08.2025 38:08
This week on The Homework Podcast , Joy and Sharlyn are joined by Producer Mike for a delightfully real talk on the power and disruption of routine. From poop schedules to puppy blues, this episode covers everything from acupuncture's rhythm resetting magic to how a tiny boxer pup named Birdie turned Mike’s life into a sleepless, bark filled Thunderdome. Expect laughs, truth bombs, and a who...
Inclusion is Not a Checkbox 11.07.2025 33:55
This week on The Homework Podcast , Joy and Sharlyn are diving into the big, bold topic of DEI in the workplace—what’s working, what’s... not, and why “diversity” shouldn’t just be a buzzword slapped on a PowerPoint slide. They get real about the recent backpedaling on inclusion efforts, the magic of actual human connection (remember that?), and how leaders can stop faking it and start showi...
Aligning Energy & Finding Flow 27.06.2025 33:24
In this soul-nourishing episode of The HomeWork Podcast, Joy and Sharlyn dive into the sacred dance of energy, mindfulness, and meaningful work. They explore how our personal vibes shape our productivity, why overwhelm is a spiritual signal, and how intentional spaces can shift everything. With heart-centered tips and grounded wisdom, they remind us that work isn’t just what we do—it’s how we feel...
Find, Re-gain, Re-Center, In Your Personal Freedom 14.02.2025 38:37
On this episode of the "Homework Podcast", Joy and Sharlyn tackle the chaos of the world and how to keep your cool through it all. They dive into the emotional rollercoaster of current events, sharing real talk on stress, self-care, and staying grounded. Expect practical tips—like naming your feelings, crafting power-packed affirmations, and knowing when to hit pause on the doomscroll. Tune in for...
Rejection Isn't the End 31.01.2025 39:58
In this episode of the *Homework Podcast*, Sharlyn and Joy dive into the rollercoaster of job rejections and layoffs. From the gut-punch of bad news to finding your next big break, they unpack the fears, uncertainties, and curveballs of today’s job market—AI and all. With a mix of heart and humor, they dish out tips on bouncing back, leaning on support systems, and even moving your body to shake o...
GLP-1 and Your Mental Health 09.01.2025 50:47
WERE BACK!!! Join hosts Sharlyn, Joy, and producer Mike on "The Homework Podcast" as they tackle the buzz around weight loss drugs, especially GLP-1 meds. They dish on the ups, downs, and emotional twists of using these meds, while poking at the deeper stuff—mental health, self-esteem, and the wild ride of societal expectations. Expect a lively chat on body positivity, self-acceptance, and why wei...
Episode Thirty: I Love Lucy! 07.01.2023 39:13
Producer Mike and his wife Lucy join the pod to give a life update in the new year! Lucy discuses what it took for her and Mike to move across the country and how integral the birth chart reading was to their continued success in LA! Co- Creator/Producer: Mike Bryant Editor: Mike Bryant Artwork: Mike Bryant Music: I"m Coming Home by Colbae
Episode Twenty-Nine: I Am Not My Hair 01.12.2022 43:43
Hair Guru, Gwen Fields, joins The Homework to talk hair, how it's directly connected to your identity and how you can take back the control of your hair and life! Co- Creator/Producer: Mike Bryant Editor: Mike Bryant Artwork: Mike Bryant Music: I"m Coming Home by Colbae
Episode Twenty-Eight: The Quiet Quitting Epidemic 18.11.2022 53:43
Katy Breuer is back!! Katy joins the podcast this week to talk about why quiet quitting has become the trend when it comes to people and work. We also hear what some companies are doing to convince people to come back to work after they have been working from home for several years. Co- Creator/Producer: Mike Bryant Editor: Mike Bryant Artwork: Mike Bryant Music: I"m Coming Home by Colbae
Episode Twenty-Seven: How Do You Control The A.N.T Farm? 04.11.2022 52:38
Mental toughness coach, Jei'mar Spell, joins the show today to talk about how you can overcome the day to day mental "ANTS" that stop us from reaching our true potential! Also, he shares how we can become warriors of light for yourself and the people around you. Co- Creator/Producer: Mike Bryant Editor: Mike Bryant Artwork: Mike Bryant Music: I"m Coming Home by Colbae
Episode Twenty-Six: Its Better To Receive, Than Give 21.10.2022 45:02
We are so happy and grateful to be back! In this weeks episode, we are joined, once again, by one of our favorite Community Members Lisa Harper-Turner! Lisa sits down with us to talk about what REAL receiving looks like in a world where we GIVE so much of ourselves to everyone. Co- Creator/Producer: Mike Bryant Editor: Mike Bryant Artwork: Mike Bryant Music: I"m Coming Home by Colbae
Episode Twenty-Five: Let Me Be Your Concierge 29.07.2022 45:05
Konstance Castle,a Licensed Clinical Social Worker/ Therapist, joins The HomeWork this week to talk about the future of concierge medicine and how it will effect the current Insurance system for providers and the people use it. Co- Creator/Producer: Mike Bryant Editor: Mike Bryant Artwork: Mike Bryant Music: I"m Coming Home by Colbae
Episode Twenty-Four: The Erin Condren Effect 15.07.2022 46:06
This week Candice Hamilton Sr. Content Manager and DEI Council Co-Chair joins The Homework Pod to discuss MORE Journaling and how different kinds of journaling can do so much more than you think! Plus, Candice chats about how #ErinCondren is using their platform and journals to help victims cope and heal especially children who need it more today then ever! Contest Rules : 1. You Must Be Following...
The Best Of The HomeWork Series: Cindy Gunraj Episode 19 17.06.2022 44:51
Were off this week, but we wanted to replay one of our FAVORITE episode with Life and Divorce Coach Cindy Gunraj! Co- Creator/Producer: Mike Bryant Editor: Mike Bryant Artwork: Mike Bryant Music: I"m Coming Home by Colbae
Episode Twenty-Three: What's This About Journaling? 27.05.2022 38:12
Joy and Sharlyn dive into the power of journaling and how it can help with your mental health and your personal journey! Co- Creator/Producer: Mike Bryant Editor: Mike Bryant Artwork: Mike Bryant Music: I"m Coming Home by Colbae
Episode Twenty-Two: Ch-Ch-Changes, Turn and Embrace The Strange 13.05.2022 28:37
A surprise guest joins the podcast today to discuss how to embrace change in today's world, and why being able to adapt is a MUST in today's society! Co- Creator/Producer: Mike Bryant Editor: Mike Bryant Artwork: Mike Bryant Music: I"m Coming Home by Colbae
Episode Twenty-One: The Fault In Our Stars PART TWO 29.04.2022 52:41
This is PART TWO of our discussion with Lucy and Producer Mike! Make sure you check out PART ONE. Co- Creator/Producer: Mike Bryant Editor: Mike Bryant Artwork: Mike Bryant Music: I"m Coming Home by Colbae
Episode Twenty: The Fault In Our Stars: PART ONE 15.04.2022 46:43
In part one of this episode, Joy is joined by Producer Mike and his wife Lucy to discuss their birth charts that Joy did for them back in the middle of the pandemic. If you have ever wanted to do a deeper dive into your astrological sign, this is the episode for you! Co- Creator/Producer: Mike Bryant Editor: Mike Bryant Artwork: Mike Bryant Music: I"m Coming Home by Colbae
Episode Nineteen: You Can Go Your Own Way 01.04.2022 44:20
Certified Coach, Life Coach, Divorce Coach and Yoga Teacher, Cindy Gunraj, joins the show to discuss how to listen to YOUR intuition when thinking about or going through life changes, especially when deciding to divorce or going through a divorce,plus so much more! Co- Creator/Producer: Mike Bryant Editor: Mike Bryant Artwork: Mike Bryant Music: I"m Coming Home by Colbae
Episode Eighteen: What's In The Box? 18.03.2022 41:28
The AMAZING Erin Alexander, AKA The Resident Organizer, joins The HomeWork this week to chat about how we can not only organize our homes, but our lives too! Co- Creator/Producer: Mike Bryant Editor: Mike Bryant Artwork: Mike Bryant Music: I"m Coming Home by Colbae
Episode Seventeen: Home Is Where The Heart Is 04.03.2022 41:48
After a LONG break, the whole crew is BACK! Joy and Sharlyn, along with Producer Mike, get caught up on the big move to California that Mike and Sharlyn both made! We also hear from Joy, who didn't move but has been going through some changes herself. We're so excited to be back Home with you! Co- Creator/Producer: Mike Bryant Editor: Mike Bryant Artwork: Mike Bryant Music: I"m Coming...
Episode Sixteen: Life Is All About Transitions 25.06.2021 47:39
This week, Producer Mike joins The HomeWork to talk about transitions. He and Sharlyn discuss how their upcoming transition to California is going to effect their lives as a whole. Plus, we talk techniques to prepare them, and YOU, as the world begins to transition into being active again. Co- Creator/Producer: Mike Bryant Editor: Mike Bryant Artwork: Mike Bryant Music: I"m Coming Home by Colb...
Episode Fifteen: It's a Little Bit Toxic In Here 11.06.2021 41:49
Katy Breuer,Executive Leadership Coach, drops by The HomeWork this week to chat about workplace toxicity and how to manage it. We also discuss when its time to move on, what lessons you need to take with you and which ones we need to forget!
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