Being Different with Liz Durham
Welcoming lively debates and personal discoveries that will prompt you to question the status quo - and maybe even change your mind.
Episodes
97 episodes
Boots on the Ground: Part Three of My Conversation with Major General "Max" Haston
If you haven't heard the first two conversations I recorded with Major General Terry “Max” Haston, go listen to those now!In this third part of my conversation with Major General Terry “Max” Haston, we are not pulling punches. I’m done w...
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Let Kids Be Kids: Rethinking Early Childhood Education
This one’s probably going to ruffle some feathers, but when do they not? I want to revisit my earlier episode about why we chose not to do my son’s summer packet and clarify what I actually meant. It’s not about being anti-school. It’s about ki...
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Behind the Uniform: Part Two of My Conversation with Major General "Max" Haston
If you haven’t listened to part one of this two-part conversation, do that now!Liz sits down with Major General Terry "Max" Haston for the second part of their extraordinary deep dive into military life, leadership, and service. From nav...
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Uncovering a Soldier's Story: Part One of My Conversation with Major General Terry "Max" Haston
In part one of my conversation with Major General Terry “Max” Haston, we go back to where it all began. Terry grew up in small-town Middle Tennessee, surrounded by family, faith, and a deep sense of duty. He opens up about what life was like in...
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Rethinking Education with Michelle Compton
This week I sit down with Michelle Compton, one of the most impactful teachers in my kids’ lives, for a conversation every parent needs to hear. Michelle opens up about her journey from public schools to private education, the mentors who shape...
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Parenting Different, Even When It’s Hard
Ya'll...I’ve been in a funk. No sleep, kids in my bed, the AC went out, I quit breastfeeding, and somehow those last 10–12 pounds are still hanging on no matter how hard I work. I’m frustrated, I’m tired, and I’m just talking it out.I al...
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Questioning Power: Tim Burchett on Israel, Epstein, and Accountability
This week I sit down with Congressman Tim Burchett for a real, unfiltered conversation about some of the biggest issues facing our country. We talk about America’s relationship with Israel, the role of AIPAC, and why billions keep flowing overs...
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Things Keeping Me Up at Night: Cribs, Corruption, and Calling B.S.
Back-to-school is here, and let me tell you - we are not thriving. Early mornings, cranky kids and zero sleep makes me miss our slow, sunshine-filled summer so much it hurts. In the middle of all that chaos, life smacked us with something heavi...
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Sight Words, Disney Lies, and Why It All Matters
It’s just me this week, and I’m covering a lot from Mac learning how to read (spoiler: we’re sticking with phonics) to why I think Disney is feeding our kids more harmful messages than magical ones. I talk about the challenges of finding safe, ...
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Grit, Guitars, and Getting Real: A Life Lived Loud with Michael “Cheez” Brown
Michael “Cheez” Brown has lived a life most of us couldn’t imagine—growing up between chaos and comfort, chasing punk rock dreams in California, and managing some of the biggest names in music. In this episode, we talk about his rise from a tur...
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Motherhood Unfiltered: Mess, Magic, and Milestones
Y'all better buckle up because this episode is a rollercoaster... We’re covering it all, from shattered dishes before the first day of swim team, to overpriced Mickey waffles, and my very strong opinions on Disney World (spoiler alert:...
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Questioning the System, Vaccine Decisions, and Why Moms Deserve Better Conversations
Here’s the thing—just because someone’s wearing a white coat doesn’t mean they have all the answers. In Part 2, Jill and I pick up where we left off and dive straight into the deep end. We talk about the pushy vaccine talk, why tongue tie revis...
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The First Year of Motherhood, Tongue Ties, and Learning to Trust Yourself
Let’s be real—the first year of motherhood is basically a blur of leaking boobs, zero sleep, and wondering if you’ve totally lost yourself. In Part 1 of my convo with Jill Wright (a fellow ...
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Working Moms vs SAHM: Our Problems Are Not That Different
Welcome back y'all. This solo episode of Being Different is going to be about problems AND solutions. I've been thinking about the differences between stay at home moms versus working moms. And I'm going to share my ideas for a new outdoor play...
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Dissolving Illusions: Polio, Propaganda, and the Problem with Modern Medicine with Roman Bystrianyk, Part 2
In this episode, I’m back with Roman Bystrianyk, co-author of Dissolving Illusions, and y’all—we go deep. We break down the story behind polio, and spoiler alert: it’s not what we were taught. From DDT and lead arsenate to the shifting...
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Dissolving Illusions: The Industrial Revolution and the Vaccine Myth with Roman Bystrianyk, Part 1
Today’s episode is a real eye-opener. I’m sitting down with Roman Bystrianyk, co-author of Dissolving Illusions, and we’re diving into some seriously uncomfortable truths about the Industrial Revolution. We’ve all heard about how vaccines saved...
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Shedding Light on Health: Understanding Circadian Rhythms with Meredith Oke
Y'all, buckle up because this episode is WILD! I sat down with Meredith Oke and learned more about light in one hour than I have in my entire life. We're talking about how those stupid blue lights and screens are basically destroying our health...
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Beyond Good Manners: Raising Kids to be Ready for Real Life
Today I’m unpacking what it really means to set ‘stretch goals’ for myself and my kids—beyond just keeping them from turning into little jerks. Inspired by a recent convo, I’m reflecting on how we can prepare our children to be like Joshua—read...
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Redefining Success: John Brock on Hustle, Family & Taking Risks
This week, I’m sitting down with John Brock—my husband Luke’s boss and business partner—who also happens to be one of the most unexpected, unconventional lawyers you’ll ever meet.John didn’t take the typical path to success. As a kid, he...
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Busy Ain't Better: Why Modern Parenting is a Mess
Moms, I don’t know about y’all, but I am over it—the busy-for-the-sake-of-being-busy nonsense, the never-ending school events that do nothing but stress parents out, and the homework that somehow becomes my responsibility. Who decided we needed...
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Why I'm Raising My Kids Against the Grain
I'm in a mood, y'all. Today, I'm talking about why I believe society’s got it all wrong when it comes to raising our kids and making life choices. I’m laying it all out—no filter, no apologies. So if you're feeling easily offended, go ahead and...
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A Story of Hope, Not Suffering: Emily Smith's Inspiring Cancer Journey
Today's conversation is deeply personal, and deeply important. I sit down with my dear friend Emily Smith to discuss her incredible journey with stage 4 metastatic breast cancer. Just months after her shocking diagnosis, Emily's cancer had alre...
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Living the Dream: How Matt Kaye Went from Business Mogul to Family Man and Early Retirement
To me, Matt Kaye is a true embodiment of the American dream. From his humble beginnings in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, to creating a booming $300 million business that cleaned up old explosives from military sites, Matt’s story is iconic. Now, retire...
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New Year, Same Chickens, More SAHM Lessons
Ever feel invisible while doing the hardest job in the world? Yeah, me too. Today I’m talking about losing it over the lack of ‘thanks’ I get and why we need to smash the perfect mom façade. You'll hear about my first big trip away from the kid...
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Hustling in Heels: Part 2 of Dena and Sofi SanMiguel's Journey with Ivory Beau Boutique
This week, I am yet again totally inspired by the confidence and creativity of 17 year old entrepreneur, Sofi SanMiguel. With the support of her mother Dena, Sofi launched her own business, Ivory Beau Boutique while tackling life as a high scho...
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