Life Behind the Highlight Real
Welcome to “Life Behind the Highlight Real," the podcast that takes things beyond the curated life we all see online. Join hosts Sarah & William Huffman as they dive in with their friends to talk about the good and the hard things that come with a real (not perfect) life behind the highlight reel. Tune each week for more in-depth conversations about life behind the highlight reel. Follow us on your favorite podcast platform to make sure you never miss an episode.
Episodes
128 episodes
Ep. 122: Reflecting on 10 Years in the Real Estate Industry
Today is Sarah's 10th anniversary as a licensed Minnesota real estate agent! How the time flies. We're talking about her most memorable experiences, lessons learned through the years, and more. It's been quite a ride—thank you for being part of...
Ep. 121: Creating Spaces to Connect
In the last several years, we've felt like people are starving for community, but don't know where to find it. Just simple, face-to-face connection with no ulterior motive. That's part of why we're focusing so much on bringing people together.&...
Ep. 120: Expectations vs. Standards
Over the last couple of weeks in France, we've had several "aha" moments. Today, we're talking through what's been on our minds since our vacation. Some of our biggest takeaways have to do with our expectations—because what we expect can seriou...
France Travelcast Part 2!
Come along on our trip to France! We're talking all about our travel experiences, from tourist destinations, to food, to local culture, and everything in between. And we've got more bonus travelcasts coming, so stay tuned!~
France Travelcast! Our First 24 Hours in Paris
Come along on our trip to Paris! We're talking all about our travel experiences, from tourist destinations, to food, to local culture, and everything in between. And we've got more bonus travelcasts coming, so stay tuned!~
Ep. 119: Why Is It So Hard to Be Vulnerable?
Real. It's in the title of our podcast. But what does it actually mean to be "real"? And why do we sometimes feel the need to not be real? We'd love to hear your thoughts on this episode!~Sarah...
Ep. 118: Do Your Goals Actually Need to Get Bigger?
Do you ever feel like you have to go bigger? Like you have to continually one-upping yourself each time you accomplish your current goal? We've certainly felt that. But maybe that's not completely true. Let's talk about it. ~
Ep. 117: How Hospitality Changes Our Experience
Today's theme is hospitality: the simple touches that make our experiences amazing instead of just good enough. Making people feel welcome, seen, and special. We're coming to you live from the Minnesota Boundary Waters, where we're ...
Ep. 116: What's Your Relationship with Boredom?
We need consistency to reach our long-term goals. But does consistency have to be boring? Let's talk about it!~Sarah & William HuffmanThank you to our sponsor, ...
Ep. 115: The Good Ol' Days
In this episode...Set your time machine to 1980-something and rewind those VHS tapes. Today we're reminiscing about our childhoods and talking through some of the ways the world has changed over the years. If you need of a dose of...
Ep. 114: Paying the Stupid Tax
In this episode...We've all made mistakes and then had to pay for it later, right? Just us?Today we're talking about our recent stupid tax moments, and a grab bag of other things going on these days. Is there a topic you wa...
Ep. 113: The KISS Method for Simplifying Your Life
In this episode...We're talking about kissing. Keep It Simple, Stupid. How can we take steps to simplify our lives and reduce friction? Where can we take back our time to make room for more joy? Let us know your thoughts!~<...
Ep. 112: Making Decisions for Your Future Self
This week, we're talking about something pretty big: 10 year goals. What do we want our lives to look like one decade from now? How are we taking steps towards those goals today? It's a shorter episode, but there's a lot to unpack. Enjoy!
Ep 111: Do Your Old Goals Still Fit Your Life Now?
We're halfway through June and somehow also halfway through 2026. That means it's time for a Midway Mayday checkin:What progress have we made on our goals for the year?Do all of the goals we set six months ago still serve t...
Ep. 110: Caiti Anderson's Long, Complicated Journey to Parenthood
TW: needles, medical procedures, & lots of emotionsOur friend Caiti welcomed a little girl into the world five months ago... and is moments away from having a boy as well. If that math seems off to you, just wait until you hear the r...
Ep. 109: Dos and Don'ts of Visiting Banff
Welcome to the Huffman Travelcast—Banff Edition!We took a six-day trip to Alberta, and we're going to tell you all about it: where we stayed, what we ate, what activities we tried, and things you should keep in mind if you visit B...
Ep. 108: Navigating Life's Messy Seasons
Have you ever had a phase of life that felt like trying to put together a jigsaw puzzle? While blindfolded? And stuck inside a dark cave? Well, we have. Today, we're talking about many things: shame, isolation, anxiety, judgement, a...
Ep. 107: Meet Hannah Smith, Marketer Turned Realtor
Today, we're sitting down with local legend, Hannah Smith. Hannah is one of the geeks behind The Property Geeks, a real estate team based in Lakeville, MN. She found her way into...
Ep. 106: The Story of Granite Bank with Jerry and Jake Reiter
This week, we have not one, but TWO guests. Jerry and Jake Reiter have a unique father-son relationship: they run a bank together. In this episode, we get to hear their stories. It starts with Jerry on dairy farm and ends up with bo...
Ep. 105: For the Love of Mel Robbins, Someone Please Take William's Soundboard Away
Sarah just got back from a Mel Robbins event and has a lot of thoughts. And William... is busy playing with the soundboard on his iPad. Will they talk self-development and emotions? Or will the whole episode be clips fro...
Ep. 104: World Traveling with Taylor Doolittle
This week, our friend Taylor Doolittle joins us on the podcast! You may know Taylor as one of the lead agents of Team Steady (RE/MAX Results). As we discover throughout this episode, there's a lot to his story: rock climbing, cross-country biki...
Ep. 103: The Attitude of Hospitality with Bardia
We met Bardia during a stay at the Four Seasons Hotel in Houston, and immediately knew he was someone special. He went above and beyond his role as a manager, creating an atmosphere that felt welcoming and memorable for the guests. So, naturall...
Ep. 102: Questioning Everything
Get to know the Huffmans a little better! This week, they're asking each other all their burning questions. Hard-hitters like, "What's your #1 life lesson?" and "Have you ever wanted to punch someone?" Tune in to hear their answers.
Ep. 101: Looking Back on 100 Episodes
A milestone four years in the making: 100 episodes recorded and published. This week, Sarah and William take a stroll through memory lane. They talk about the origins of LBTHR, the history of the show, and why it's been meaningful to them.<...
Ep. 100: Meet Bryan Clapper
Today we're getting to know a fellow MN real estate agent, Bryan Clapper. But the conversation ranges far beyond real estate. We get to hear about Bryan's childhood, split between MN and Europe; his background in journalism and how that field c...