The Refreshingly Normal Podcast with Kēfla and Cree

The Refreshingly Normal Podcast

Welcome to The Refreshingly Normal Podcast, where real life meets real laughs. We are Kēfla and Lucrecia (Cree), a married couple of 22 years, long-time educators, and now stepping into the world of mental health counseling. Think of us as your favorite Unc and Auntie of the podcast world, keeping it honest, heartfelt, and hilariously human.

We’re also proud parents of twin young men who just turned 21 and are officially stepping into adulthood, which means paying their own bills (finally!). From raising kids to letting go, we’re navigating this new chapter with the same mix of love, humor, and a little side-eye.

Each week, we dive into the ups and downs of parenting, love, marriage, dating, and everything in between, served with a side of humor and practical wisdom. Whether we’re sharing lessons from the classroom, stories from our travels, or awkward moments at the gym or dinner table, one thing’s for sure, we keep it refreshingly normal.

So grab a cup of coffee (or a protein shake) and join the conversation. It’s therapy meets kitchen table talk… and you’re invited.

Podcasting since 2025 • 46 episodes

The Refreshingly Normal Podcast with Kēfla and Cree

Latest Episodes

Savannah Stories And Summer Reset

A conference trip turns into a whole reality check. We’re fresh back from Savannah talking school climate work, the kind of sessions that stick with you, and why hope theory and nervous system regulation aren’t just “education words” but real l...

June 07, 2026 • Season 1 • Episode 46 • 1:14:44

When Life Changes Fast

A job offer can feel like a miracle when you’ve spent a year grinding, doubting, and still showing up anyway. We’re talking about the real-life chain reaction that starts with CPR certification, turns into a last-minute interview, and ends with...

May 31, 2026 • Season 1 • Episode 45 • 1:10:33

Call Him Daddy Then Call Yourself Grandma

Graduation weekend can be joyful and heavy at the same time, especially when you’re an educator saying goodbye to kids you’ve poured into for years. We’re talking end-of-school-year emotions, why graduation hits different when parents tell you ...

May 25, 2026 • Season 1 • Episode 44 • 1:10:08

My Hair Was On Fire And We Still Had Therapy Talk

A bad day can start with one scroll, one comment, one “random” moment that hits your nervous system the wrong way. So we slow it down and talk about what actually helps: real coping skills, real self-care, and real boundaries that protect your ...

May 17, 2026 • Season 1 • Episode 43 • 1:26:14

How We Planned A College Graduation Weekend

A college graduation weekend sounds simple until you’re juggling clear-bag rules, early ceremony times, restaurant reservations for a big group, and the reality that some cities just don’t have endless options. We walk you through how we celebr...

May 13, 2026 • Season 1 • Episode 42 • 54:24