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Blended, Blessed & Always A Mess
Aric and Angie's podcast shares all the blessings and messiness with a blended family of 6 kids. Hear about the challenges, chaos and lessons as this family grows together.
Episodes
- Blended, Blessed & Always A Mess
A Love Letter to My Husband
We would love to hear from you!!! In this heartfelt episode, Aric and Angie reflect on their anniversary, discussing the importance of solitude, love…
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Jordan's Story: A Parent MUST LISTEN
We would love to hear from you!!! In this poignant episode, Aric and Angie chat with a fellow mom full of fight, Jennifer Buta. Jenn shares a heart-wrenching…
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A Piñata And The Power of One More
We would love to hear from you!!! Who gets credit when the Piñata busts open? The individual swings leading up to the bust or just the final swing?In this…
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New Adventures: Antigua & Miles for Him
We would love to hear from you!!! In this episode, Aric and Angie share their recent trip to Antigua, discussing the unique dynamics of planning the trip…
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"Just" Do It
We would love to hear from you!!! In this episode, Aric and Angie discuss the Nike tag line "JUST DO IT" and how that applies to deciding to take a trip to…
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Double Trouble + Double Wisdom: Chace & Sommer Share Their Experience of Losing Hallie
We would love to hear from you!!! For the first time ever, Chace and Sommer join this episode TOGETHER to share their grief experience. You might be surprised…
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Do you trust in your branches or your wings?
We would love to hear from you!!! We promised we would bring positive vibes on this episode! New experiences, sunshine and beautiful humans.. PLUS spring is…
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Triggered: The Gabby Petito Story
We would love to hear from you!!! Netflix recently dropped the "Gabby Petito" Docuseries. It's double ironic to use the word "triggered", but there are no…
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This is How I Fight My Battles
We would love to hear from you!!! What's your battle? We all have them. Battling through the day, the week, the month or the years. What's your fuel to fight?…
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And The Story Comes to Life......
We would love to hear from you!!! In this episode, Angie shares her recent surprise experience where she watched her second children's book come to life on the…
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Don't Let Them Die Twice
We would love to hear from you!!! In this episode, Angie shares this profound statement: "Don't let them die twice". It describes perfectly what ever parent…
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Perspective: A Prison or A Passport
We would love to hear from you!!! Have you ever had a time in your life where your perspective became a prison? Sometimes we are held captive by our own…
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3 M's to Quieting the Noise of Life
We would love to hear from you!!! In this real and raw episode, Aric and Angie reflect on the difficult week surrounding Hallie's 23rd birthday, sharing their…
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Broken and Beautiful
We would love to hear from you!!! In this episode, Aric and Angie explore many topics like parenting their kids when they aren't getting along the best…
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The Unspoken Truths of Loss and Suicide with Jill Wood
We would love to hear from you!!! It's a new season for Blended, Blessed & Always A Mess! We are giving volume to voices on hard topics in Season 4. During…
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Season 3 Finale - The Good, Bad, & Everything In Between
We would love to hear from you!!! It's hard to believe we are closing out another season, another year, another chapter. Ever sit down and reflect on all the…
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Hallie's Prayer & The Journey To Twins
We would love to hear from you!!! In this episode of Blended, Blessed, and Always a Mess, Angie sharers her personal journey through pregnancy and IVF. She…
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The Journey of Hope: Brooklyn's Story
We would love to hear from you!!! Grief isn't experienced only through a loss of a loved one. It can also be navigating a child diagnosed with cancer. In this…
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“And That’s Grief” with Rio Richards
We would love to hear from you!!! When we go through something that is life changing whether it’s an illness, divorce, loss of a loved one, we search for…
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Is There Someone Else?
We would love to hear from you!!! Is there someone else he asked? Yes, she answered. Grief is so complex! Add in Thanksgiving and the two year anniversary of…
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Hallie Shows Up Big Gearing Up for Her Two Year Angelversary
We would love to hear from you!!! In this heartfelt episode, Aric and Angie share a personal story about their late daughter, Hallie, showing up in a big way…
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How Smart is Your Body?
We would love to hear from you!!! Do you know how smart your body is? In this episode, hosts Angie and Aric dive into the importance of understanding emotions…
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Winning the Mental Game with Former St. Louis Cardinal & Kansas City Royal Trevor Rosenthal & Jason Holzer
We would love to hear from you!!! How does youth sports help build mental toughness? In this episode of Blended Blessed and Always a Mess, hosts Aric and Angie…
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Learning to Let Go with Guest Ashley Minor
We would love to hear from you!!! In this episode, the hosts welcome Ashley Minor, their wedding planner and close friend, to discuss her journey through…
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Raising Boys And "Wandering" for Peace
We would love to hear from you!!! In this episode of 'Blended, Blessed, and Always a Mess', hosts Aric and Angie Phillips discuss various themes surrounding…
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The Result of My Lecture to Hallie
We would love to hear from you!!! In this episode, Aric and Angie explore the complexities of relationships, politics, and personal growth. They share humorous…
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Glimmers, Grit, & Grief
We would love to hear from you!!! In this episode of 'Blended, Blessed and Always a Mess', Aric and Angie reflect on their recent experiences, discussing the…
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The Sentencing: Before, During & After
We would love to hear from you!!! In this episode of 'Blended Blessed and Always a Mess', Aric and Angie reflect on the emotional journey following the tragic…
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The Essence of Self-Worth
We would love to hear from you!!! Angie takes on the topic of self-worth. She explores the concepts of self-worth and self-esteem, emphasizing the importance…
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When You Get Put in Time Out!
We would love to hear from you!!! Ever feel like you were put in time out as an adult? In this episode, we continue the conversations about our communication…
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The Dreaded F Word - And It's Not What You Think - With Lynn Roush
We would love to hear from you!!! In this episode, the we invite Lynn Roush, a licensed professional counselor, to discuss the topic of the dreaded F Word ---…
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Raw & Real - Our Communication Struggles
We would love to hear from you!!! In this episode, we get real and raw talking about our communication challenges! We discuss the importance of communication…
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You Asked Us And We Answered!
We would love to hear from you!!! In this episode, Aric and Angie answer listener questions. They discuss the possibility of writing a book about their life…
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Back to School Tears or No Tears?
We would love to hear from you!!! Do you cry when your kids go back to school or too overjoyed to cry? In this episode, we discuss recent experiences with…
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Angie's 10 Tips for Survival
We would love to hear from you!!! In this episode, Angie shares her 10 tips for survival in life. We are all put on this earth for purpose. And every…
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Dancing My Way to JOY
We would love to hear from you!!! In this episode, Aric and Angie discuss the experience of finding REAL joy after the loss of their daughter, Hallie. They…
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Navigating a Divided World: Staying True to Yourself
We would love to hear from you!!! In this episode, Aric and Angie discuss the challenges of living in a divided world and the importance of staying true to…
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The Verdict: Before, During & After
We would love to hear from you!!! In this episode of Blended Blessed and Always A Mess, the trial of Hallie Phillips is discussed. The hosts, Aric and Angie…
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10 Ways to Support Someone Who's Grieving
We would love to hear from you!!! In this episode, Aric and Angie reflect on the emotional toll of preparing for the upcoming trial. It's gut wrenching, which…
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Angie's Voice is Getting Louder
We would love to hear from you!!! Ever get so wrapped up with discomfort that you forget about the people right in front of you that can help you through it?…
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When in Doubt, Zoom Out
We would love to hear from you!!! In this conversation, Aric and Angie delve into the topic of grief and share three valuable lessons Angie has learned from…
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A Homeless Man's Message
We would love to hear from you!!! In this episode, Angie shares a powerful message from a homeless man she encounters in Chicago. There is a level of fear of…
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Modeling Behavior: A Father's Influence with Guest David Hockman
We would love to hear from you!!! In this episode, Aric and guest, David Hockman, discuss the challenges and experiences of fatherhood, reflecting on their own…
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Summer Time "Heat" and Chores
We would love to hear from you!!! In this episode, Aric and Angie discuss various topics that happen during summertime. They start by diving into new…
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The Lonely Journey for Both of Us
We would love to hear from you!!! This episode was hard for us to listen to after we recorded it. We are raw and real about the challenges with intimacy and…
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A Kindergarten Mishap
We would love to hear from you!!! In this episode, Angie and Aric celebrate Carter's high school graduation! Angie also shares details on a trip back to her…
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The Empty Chair
We would love to hear from you!!! In this episode, Aric and Angie discuss their experiences during their daughters' graduations and Mother's Day. They share…
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A Mother's Journey of Self-Discovery and Growth
We would love to hear from you!!! In this episode, Angie speaks directly to female listeners on Mother's Day, acknowledging the challenges and importance of…
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Surrendering to God in Chaos
We would love to hear from you!!! In this episode, Aric and Angie discuss their recent challenges and experiences, including health issues, and a car accident…
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The Power of Vulnerability in a Marriage
We would love to hear from you!!! In this episode, Angie and Aric celebrate their third wedding anniversary and reflect on their journey of grief and healing…
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Katie Kuperman "The Only Way Out"
We would love to hear from you!!! In this episode, author Katie Kuperman discusses her book inspired by Amanda Todd's story and the issue of bullying. She…
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Shannon Self: Part 2 Life after Grief?
We would love to hear from you!!! In this episode, Shannon Self, a bereavement coordinator, joins Aric and Angie to discuss various aspects of grief and loss…
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Shannon Self - Part 1: Understanding Grief
We would love to hear from you!!! In this episode, we are joined by Shannon Self, a bereavement coordinator, to discuss the topic of grief. Shannon shares her…
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Jesus Brings Refuge - Happy Easter He Is Risen!
We would love to hear from you!!! In this episode, we discuss the significance of Easter Sunday and the hope found in the resurrection of Jesus Christ. They…
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Laurence Bowers: Life Journey Powered by Resilience
We would love to hear from you!!! In this conversation, we discuss with our guest, Laurence Bowers, the importance of resilience and overcoming challenges in…
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Travel: Sedona Vibes
We would love to hear from you!!! We went away together...re-connected and felt like we had one of the best trips we've ever taken as a couple. That's saying…
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The Hardest Ask: Wait Patiently
We would love to hear from you!!! As you grow in your faith, you learn that God ask you to "Wait Patiently" in every season of life. In this episode, we…
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The Bigger Story with Dave Cover
We would love to hear from you!!! If you only listen to one of our podcast in Season 3, LISTEN to this one. We've recorded over 100 podcasts and we both…
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Parenting Knee Deep in Grief
We would love to hear from you!!! Our topic for this episode was to discuss how hard parenting is especially when grieving. While we do eventually accomplish…
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Gamechangers On Dealing with Hardship in Life
We would love to hear from you!!! During Angie's work conference last week in Orlando one of her guest speakers was Molly Fletcher who hosts a Podcast called…