In this episode of 'Blended, Blessed and Always a Mess,' hosts Aric Bremer and Angie Phillips explore the themes of fall, family, and the impact of technology on relationships. They discuss their favorite fall activities, the transition from su...

In this episode, Aric and Angie reflect on the past few weeks. Think quiet, coffee, and a lightness that is rare in grief. So grab YOUR coffee, and hit play to listen to their real and raw expression of their complexities in life. They discuss ...

In this episode, Michael Pereira shares his journey as a father of a child with autism, discussing the challenges of acceptance, the importance of professional guidance, and the need for a supportive community. He emphasizes the significance of...

In this episode, Aric shares his personal journey of sobriety and the transformative steps he took to lead a healthier lifestyle. He discusses the importance of finding a strong 'why' behind the decision to quit drinking, the role of physical f...

Has fear ever held you back from an epic time? In this episode, Aric and Angie reflect on their recent family trip to celebrate Angie's parents' 55th wedding anniversary. They discuss the challenges of coordinating a large family v...

We are on location for this podcast episode! Angie could only talk 3 of her siblings to be on the podcast and one of those said he would join if he didn't have to talk. Will let you decide which one! HA!! Aric moderates and asks us questions al...

We are on vacay! So no time to record the podcast.. Instead, we are sharing a podcast we recorded with Hallie & Lexi! As always, full of insight and laughs. We are hope your August is starting off with positivity and peace. Thanks for follo...

In this episode, Aric and Angie share the constant question they ask.. Does it really matter? When an avoidable child loss unravels your entire soul, the list is long of what DOES NOT MATTER!!! Perspective on what matters is very clear. Also, t...

In this episode of 'Blended, Blessed and Always a Mess', Aric and Angie explore likes and yikes in their relationship. In a pinch for a podcast topic, Angie turned to chat gpt for engaging questions to ask each other. If you are staring at your...

In this heartfelt episode of "Blended, Blessed and Always a Mess," hosts Angie and Aric delve into the profound journey of navigating tragedy and grief. Recording from two different locations, they share personal reflections on recent events in...

FINALLY!!! After some belly laughs and contagious giggles, Angie & Jess were finally able to get it together and share their passion and mission to enable women to walk boldly, dress divinely and know their significance! As podcast listener...

Are you raising young girls? Don't miss this one! In this episode, Jen Brinsmade shares her journey as a wellness coach and her mission to empower young women through the Peace and Power Habits program. The conversation explores the impact of s...

This is definitely a first for Angie! She shares her emotional experience of being invited to a wedding as a surprise guest. Aric and Angie discuss the profound impact of human connection, especially in the context of grief and loss. The discus...

For Father's Day, Aric and I decided, we should do a little "we listen and don't judge" session with his kids. Lexi, Carter, and Dane share their perspective and what it was like to have Aric has a dad. Sweet, heartfelt, funny and honest convo'...

Two and half years since Hallie died. Two and half years waiting to hear how her choice to be an organ donor has helped others live. Two and half years of checking the mail.  We didn't receive just one letter, we received two! ODD RIGHT? H...

If you have won all the games and still feel miserable? Checked all the boxes and still empty? This episode is for you. And this time, Aric brought the guest and Angie was soaking up all the goodness. Aric and Angie engage in a deep conversatio...

In this episode, Aric and Angie  share a candid account of their week filled with family activities, emotional milestones, and the significance of community support. Angie reflects on her recent achievement of winning the Zonta Award for W...

In this heartfelt episode, Angie and Aric welcome John and Jen Wampler, who share the poignant story of their daughter Lizzy, who battled osteosarcoma. The conversation delves into the profound grief of losing a child, the impact of cancer on f...

During this episode, Angie shares a special tribute to mothers but especially the broken and beautiful moms. Moms -- On this Mother's Day, whether it's a hard one or a beautiful one... or a messy mix of both, know your significance...

Do you feel like you are constantly conflicted? If so, this episode is for you! Angie shares the balancing act of holding two extreme opposites in her hand and trying to navigate the process to work through the pull. Joy and sadness can both ex...

Have you heard the saying "Don't look in the rear view mirror! You aren't going that way!" It resonates with me because I'm always looking ahead but sometimes you do have to pause, reflect and look backwards (even if it's extremely painful) to ...

In this episode, Aric and Angie discuss the significance of Easter and how it relates to facing life's struggles and the attacks from the devil. Angie shares a very personal story where she felt rage and anger and how she fought back to find th...

In this heartfelt episode, Aric and Angie reflect on their anniversary, discussing the importance of solitude, love languages, and the power of written words in their relationship. They navigate the complexities of love through grief, sharing c...

In this poignant episode, Aric and Angie chat with a fellow mom full of fight, Jennifer Buta. Jenn shares a heart-wrenching conversation about the tragic loss of her son, Jordan, to sextortion. They discuss the rapid escalation of events that l...

Who gets credit when the Piñata busts open? The individual swings leading up to the bust or just the final swing?In this episode, Angie & Aric delve into a book highlight.  'The Power of One More' by Ed Mylet, is a powerful book...