Season 1

Feb. 13, 2024

Paying for College with Ann Garcia | CNC181

Today on the podcast, I’m joined by author and Certified Financial Planner Ann Garcia. We dive into how to best prepare for college tuition, tactics for saving, and more! About the Guest: Ann Garcia has helped thousands of f…
Feb. 6, 2024

Word of the Year | CNC180

Every year, I make a point of choosing a word of the year. After a year of what felt like constant change, this year, my word is consistency . While the start of the year didn’t go exactly as planned, I’m staying true to imp…
Jan. 30, 2024

Reaching Your Goals with Dr. Hannah Brandt | CNC179

As we enter the new year, my first guest of 2024 will help you reach your nutrition and weight loss goals. Dr. Hannah Brandt, founder and lead coach at HLB Lifestyle, has learned from her own personal weight loss experience …
Jan. 23, 2024

Creating S.M.A.R.T. Goals for the New Year | CNC178

As we enter the new year, I am embracing this year and how I am creating S.M.A.R.T. goals to conquer. About the Host: Following the crumbs in the chaos is a full-time job as a Productivity Coach. As a busy mom of three and t…
Jan. 16, 2024

Navigating a Good Divorce with Sarah Armstrong | CNC177

Today, we are joined by Sarah Armstrong, the author of The Mom’s Guide to a Good Divorce, for an empowering and enlightening conversation about reshaping the narrative around divorce and providing guidance for a positive pos…
Jan. 9, 2024

Bonus | Paper Piles to Paper Planes | CNC17

Do you have paper piles in every room? Maybe you just have a really big stack on the kitchen counter like me? After talking with Jena Love, an organizing expert, about paper hubs and processes, this episode was born. We didn…
Jan. 2, 2024

Bonus | Picky Eaters with Jennifer Anderson | CNC98

When you have kids, meal time can be daunting! Did you pick up the right chicken nuggets? Are bananas still the fruit of the week? Jennifer Anderson, owner of Kids Eat in Color®, joined me today to talk about all things kid …
Dec. 26, 2023

Bonus | Bedtime Routine: Calm or Chaos? | CNC06

Do you have a bedtime routine? What works best? We dive into whether you should give a bath before or after dinner or what a consequence should look like if dinner is left untouched. Do you follow through with punishments or…
Dec. 21, 2023

Special Announcement: Happy Holidays | CNC173

As the year comes to an end, I have so much to be thankful for, and that includes my podcast family! Thank you for being a part of my journey this year, and cheers to 2024! Chaos N’ Cookies will be on hiatus from December 25…
Dec. 19, 2023

Breaking Barriers with Lydia Davies | CNC 172

Lydia Davies, CEO and founder of Osprey, joins the podcast to share her personal journey in the sports and entertainment industry, highlighting the challenges she faced as a woman navigating a predominantly male-driven space…
Dec. 12, 2023

Holistic Balance with Tiffany Cagwin | CNC171

It can be difficult to find a balance between your heart, mind, and body. That's why I spoke with Tiffany Cagwin today. She is a certified functional diagnostic nutrition practitioner, board-certified holistic health practit…
Dec. 5, 2023

Kitchen Gear with Lisa McManus | CNC170

Explore the depths of your kitchen drawers and discover a world of cooking gadgets! Unsure if they're the cream of the crop? Don't worry—Lisa McManus and Hannah Crowley from America’s Test Kitchen have got you covered. Dive …
Nov. 28, 2023

Herbal Healing with Mimi Prunella Hernandez | CNC169

When you look around at the land surrounding you, would you have ever guessed that something growing in the field near you could benefit your health? Mimi Prunella Hernandez, M.S., R. H., joined me to discuss her debut book …
Nov. 21, 2023

The Power of Joy with Grace Harry | CNC168

How do you define joy? Is it something that you feel, something that you experience, or something that you create? Grace Harry joined the podcast today to chat about her debut book, ‘The Joy Strategist, ’ a compilation of he…
Nov. 14, 2023

Family, Love, and Writing with Peter H. Reynolds | CNC167

Returning to the podcast today is Peter H. Reynolds! We had an opportunity to catch up and talk about his newest collaboration, All We Need is Love and A Really Soft Pillow , which he wrote with his 12-year-old son! It is a …
Nov. 7, 2023

Navigating Food Allergies with Elizabeth Pecoraro, RDN | CNC166

Cooking for kids can be challenging as a parent, but it is even more challenging when you have a child with food allergies. Today on the podcast, I’m joined by Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and owner of Eating Healthy 4 …
Oct. 31, 2023

Embracing Midlife with Kathy Batista | CNC165

Today, we're talking about a phase many fear but all will experience – midlife. And we've got the perfect guest to help us unpack this unique chapter: Kathy Batista, a seasoned life coach who guides women through their midli…
Oct. 24, 2023

Mom and Woman First: Prioritizing Dual Health Needs with Susan Salenger | CNC164

We have all been sick or experiencing some health concern that we pushed off to the side because we are too busy, have a million things on our to-do list, the kids’ activities come first, etc. But are we doing ourselves any …
Oct. 17, 2023

Finding Your Purpose with Rebecca Kirk | CNC163

What drives the decisions that you make in your career journey? Today, author and spiritual career coach Rebecca Kirk joins me to talk about how she works with clients when they find themselves at a career crossroads. Throug…
Oct. 10, 2023

Understanding Menopause with Dr. Stephanie Faubion | CNC162

**Disclaimer: This episode may be best listened to by listeners over the age of 13 as women’s reproductive and menopausal health is discussed. Today on the podcast, we have renowned women’s health expert Dr. Stephanie Faubio…
Oct. 3, 2023

Cat on the Run with Aaron Blabey | CNC161

We had the pleasure of welcoming back one of our favorite children’s book authors, bestselling author Aaron Blabey! Today, we are chatting about his new series, Cat on the Run. While this series brings all the laughs, it als…
Sept. 26, 2023

Being Strategic with Your Dreams with Holly Haynes | CNC160

Today, I’m joined by Crush the Rush podcast host and business owner Holly Haynes. We chatted about how Holly started her business to help other women build their dreams by taking control of their time. About the Guest: Holly…
Sept. 19, 2023

Saving for College with Brad Baldridge | CNC159

When do you start saving for your children’s college education as a parent? Today, we are joined by Brad Baldridge, a renowned resource in the field of college finances. With a wealth of experience and insight, Brad unravele…
Sept. 12, 2023

Building a Strong Family with Joe and Mell Hashey | CNC158

In today’s episode, we dive deep into the journey of Joe and Mell Hashey, the founders of the Strong Family Project. We discuss their passion, challenges, and the mission behind creating a platform dedicated to strengthening…