The SavvyCast

My daughter Ellie joins me to share about the health changes Zane and I have recently made!    Episode At A Glance:    This week on The SavvyCast, my daughter Ellie joins me again to have a conversation about the recent lifestyle changes my husband Zane and I have made. After Zane's A1C numbers came back high, Ellie has helped us tweak our diets in hopes of reversing his numbers. As we age and our...

My husband Zane Tarence shares his best tips and tricks for putting your best foot forward in a job interview!  Episode At A Glance: This week on The SavvyCast, my husband Zane joins to share his best tips for nailing a job interview. Zane is an investment banker and has interviewed over 1,000 over the course of his career. In this episode, he shares his best tips and tricks for how to prepare for...

Ellie Hiller and Geena Pitts join me to break down Casey and Calley Means' Viral Tucker Carlson interview!  Episode At A Glance:  This week on The SavvyCast, I break down a recent Tucker Carlson podcast interview with Casey and Calley Means. Nutrition Coaches Ellie Hiller and Geena Pitts join me to discuss the viral two-hour episode in a more simple, digestible way. The episode was on "Big Pharma,...

Cookbook author Monique Volz joins me to share about her new cookbook and her love for cooking!  Episode At A Glance: This week on The SavvyCast, special guest Monique Volz joins me! Monique is the author of Ambitious Kitchen, which is an amazing cookbook that will be released on September 24, 2024! In this episode, Monique shares all about her new cookbook, where she goes to find new recipes, and...

Meredith Mann of The Peachie Spoon joins me to share about her new cookbook!    EPISODE AT A GLANCE:   This week on The SavvyCast, I am joined by the amazing Meredith Mann, also known as "The Peachie Spoon." Meredith shares her healthy and delicious blood-sugar balancing recipes with her followers. She is the author of the Well Made cookbook, and she has another cookbook releasing in October! In t...

This week, I am sharing all the details of my newly installed Baker's pantry!    Episode At A Glance:   This week on The SavvyCast, I am sharing all the details of my new Baker's pantry! If you've been following along with Family Savvy for some time, you know we have been in home rennovation mode for the past two years! We renovated our kitchen and bathrooms, and now we have finished installing a...

This week on The SavvyCast, I am discussing the importance of establishing a network of trusted service professionals. Episode At A Glance:  This week on The SavvyCast, I am sharing my tips and tricks for establishing a strong network of service professionals. A few weeks ago, I was reminded just how important it is to have a relationship with home professionals you trust. Zane was out of town, an...

Travel agent Wendy Coupland shares her best advice to anyone planning a couple's trip!  Episode At A Glance:  This week on The SavvyCast, I am joined by Wendly Coupland! Wendy's daughter Finlay is an integral part of the Family Savvy team, and Wendy herself is no stranger to The SavvyCast! She is an experienced travel agent and is the founder of All About Travel. In this episode, Wendy shares spec...

This week, I'm sharing all my best tips for keeping your home prepared for emergencies of all kinds. Episode At A Glance: This week on The SavvyCast, I am sharing what I do to keep our house prepared in case of emergency. For many of us, the beginning days of COVID-19 were a wake-up call. With supply chain issues and shortages in everything from groceries to toilet paper, many of us experienced a...

Mike Tecku joins me to share all about Momentum- his delicious and extremely nutritious supplement drink.  Episode At A Glance: This week on The SavyCast, I am joined by Mike Tecku who is the founder of Momentum. Momentum is a longevity shake that packs 30 grams of protein along with a long list of vitamins and minerals. Since my husband Zane was diagnosed with A1C, Momentum had become an absolute...

Long-Covid expert Dr. Jordan Vaughn joins me to share about treatment, symptoms, and so much more!    Episode At A Glance:   This week on the SavvyCast, I am talking to Dr. Jordan Vaughn about all things Long-Covid. Dr. Vaughn is a physician here in Birmingham, and is the owner and CEO of MedHelp. He is an expert on all things Long-Covid, and treats patients in Alabama and across the nation who ar...

This week on The SavvyCast, I am sharing with listeners what I eat in a day to prioritize protein and fiber!  Episode At A Glance: This week on The SavvyCast, I am sharing what I eat in a day to hit my protein and fiber goals. It can be so hard to hit our protein and fiber goals, especially in the busier seasons of life! In this episode, I walk listeners through a "day of eats" to share how I prio...

This week on The SavvyCast, I am discussing all things baby showers! I recently hosted a baby shower for a sweet couple from our church, and in this episode I share my best tips for hosting a successful shower. From what to cook to how to decorate to gift ideas- I cover it all!  Questions Answered In This Episode: What are the key elements to hosting an elegant baby shower? What kinds of food shou...

Nick Plagenhoef joins The SavvyCast to share about his career as a pilot and answer listeners' questions on all things air travel!  Episode At A Glance: This week on The SavvyCast, I am joined by my dear friend and pilot Nick Plagenhoef . Nick shares his expertise on all things flying and answers listener-submitted questions! We discuss how he first developed a passion for aviation, what advice he...

If planning a cruise or big summer trip sounds overwhelming, this episode is for you! Travel Planner Dafney Dooley shares her expertise. Episode At A Glance: This week on The SavvyCast, I am joined by my dear friend Dafney Dooley to discuss all things travel! Dafney is a travel planner with Cruise Planners, so she is an expert at planning and executing memorable trips. If you are in the market to...

This week on The SavvyCast, I am sharing my favorite grills and how I love to use them!  Episode At A Glance: This week on The SavvyCast, I am sharing about my favorite grills! I absolutely love to grill out, and I have tried many different types of grills over the years. I know grilling can seem intimidating, especially for those who haven't tried it, but in this episode, I break down why I love...

This week on The SavvyCast, I am sharing three of my favorite no-bake desserts for summer! If your summers are anything like ours here in Alabama, you likely want to avoid turning on your oven at all costs! While I love summertime desserts like berry cobblers and pies, I often can't bring myself to make them on a hot summer day. These three desserts come together with a secret ingredient -condense...

This week on The SavvyCast, I am sharing my favorite summer picks from a recent Costo haul! I absolutely love shopping at Costco year-round, but in the summer, they have especially unique and delicious options. In this episode, I share some of my favorite summertime finds, my favorite recipes to use them in, and more!  Recipes Mentioned In This Episode:  Pesto Pasta Salad   Zesty Tuna Salad Missis...

Does anything say summertime like a cookout? This week, I share my favorite recipes and tips for summertime BBQs! Episode At A Glance: This week on The SavvyCast, I am sharing my favorite recipes and tools to accompany a summer BBQ! If you're anything like me, one of the best parts of the summer is the opportunity to cook and eat outside! There is something special about gathering with friends and...

This week's guest is particularly "joyful"- Joy Beth Bodie shares how she's empowering others to cultivate a joy-filled life.  Episode At A Glance: This week on The SavvyCast, I am joined by the amazing Joy Beth Bodie! Joy Beth is the founder of House of Joy, a business aimed at helping people step into God's unique calling on their lives and embrace a life of joy. In this episode, Joy Beth shares...

This week on The SavvyCast, I share how I first started Family Savvy and how I have grown it over the years!  Episode At A Glance: This week on The SavvyCast, I am sharing all about the Family Savvy brand, from its humble beginnings to how it has grown over the years! I feel so blessed and blown away by where Family Savvy is today, and I am so grateful to all of you for following along and support...

Nutrition coaches Ellie Hiller and Geena Pitts join me to discuss the relationship between blood sugar and diet!  Episode At A Glance: This week on The SavvyCast, my daughter Ellie Hiller and Geena Pitts join me again to share how diet affects blood sugar.  the benefits of a high-protein, fiber-rich diet! Ellie is the founder of Vulcan Nutrition, where she and Geena work as nutrition coaches. They...

If you've been hearing about the benefits of a fiber-rich diet but don't know where to start, this episode is for you!  Episode At A Glance:  This week on The SavvyCast, my daughter Ellie Hiller joins me to share the benefits of a fiber-rich diet! Ellie is the founder of Vulcan Nutrition, where she works as a nutrition coach. She is no stranger to The SavvyCast, and listeners may remember her rece...

This week, two special members of the Family Savvy team step in front of the mic for a change!  Episode At A Glance: This week on the SavvyCast, I have two extra special guests! Anderson and Jackson Moore have helped me with filming Family Savvy content for years. I have had the privilege of getting to know them and watching them grow into such fine young men, and this week I convinced them to joi...

This week, I am sharing an updated review of the marble I had installed in my kitchen and bathrooms!  Episode At A Glance: This week on The SavvyCast, I am sharing an update on the marble we installed during my kitchen and bathroom renovation. Some of you may remember the marble review episode I did shortly after the renovation was complete. In this episode, I share more details about how the marb...