The SavvyCast – Détails, épisodes et analyse

A year ago, I shared publicly that my husband had converted to Catholicism and opened up about what it looked like for us to navigate faith differences within our marriage and family. Since then, so many of you have asked where I stand today. In this episode, I'm sharing an honest update on my faith journey, including what aspects of Catholicism have resonated with me, what questions I still wrestle with, and how these conversations have impacted my marriage, family relationships, and friendships along the way.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT IN THIS EPISODE:

• I share an honest update on my faith journey
• How conversations about faith in our marriage and family have changed over time
• The parts of Catholicism that have resonated with me
• The specific aspects of Catholicism that still make me pause
• How my Church of Christ and evangelical background shaped my perspective
• My thoughts on my husband, daughter, and son-in-law becoming Catholic
• Why some of these deeper conversations feel harder with immediate family
• One of my biggest fears during this process (and how people actually responded)
• How respect, listening, and grace have become so important in our family
• The main thing still holding me back from becoming Catholic 

LINKS & RESOURCES

• To Whom Shall I Go? by Ellie Hiller
• Catechism in a Year with Father Mike Schmitz

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From Atheist to Catholic: My Son-in-Law Sean Hiller's Faith Journey

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She Tried to Convert Catholics, Then Became One: Ellie Hiller's Faith Journey

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My Husband Converted to Catholicism: How We Navigate Faith Differences in Marriage

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From Bookstore Owner to Author: Annie B. Jones on Owning The Bookshelf & Her New Book

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A Peak Inside the Head of an Enneagram 8

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In this week's episode, I sit down with my son-in-law, Sean Hiller, to hear the powerful story of how he went from being an atheist for nearly a decade to eventually becoming a Christian and later converting to Catholicism. Sean also runs a YouTube channel where he shares content and discussions centered around Catholic beliefs applied to real-world topics.

Sean opens up about the questions and experiences that challenged his worldview, including the role my daughter Ellie and my husband Zane played in his faith journey. We also dive into deep conversations surrounding the Eucharist, predestination vs. free will, Catholicism vs. Orthodoxy, and whether God is truly indifferent to what we believe. 

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT IN THIS EPISODE:

• Sean's testimony of going from Southern Baptist to atheist
• Why Sean drifted away from Christianity as a teenager
• The question that challenged Sean's atheist worldview: "What is love?"
• How Ellie influenced Sean's perspective on faith and Christianity
• The Bible study Sean never wanted to attend
• How a debate about predestination vs. free will impacted him
• How Zane unexpectedly played a major role in Sean's Catholic journey
• The questions about Catholicism Sean couldn't answer
• Why the Eucharist completely changed Sean's perspective
• Why Sean chose Catholicism over Orthodoxy
• Sean's thoughts on visiting Rome and whether Catholics should go
• Whether Sean's entire family is Catholic today
• Sean weighs in on the question: "Is God indifferent to what you believe?"

LINKS & RESOURCES

• Sean's YouTube Channel (@LectiowithSeanHiller)
• To Whom Shall I Go? by Ellie Hiller
• Catechism in a Year with Father Mike Schmitz
• Reasons to Believe by Scott Hahn
• The Confessions of St. Augustine
• The Case for Jesus by Brant Pitre

WHERE TO LISTEN

The SavvyCast is available on all podcasting platforms and YouTube. One of the best ways to support the show is by leaving a rating and review—I so appreciate you sharing your thoughts, my friends!

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She Tried to Convert Catholics, Then Became One: Ellie Hiller's Faith Journey

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My Husband Converted to Catholicism: How We Navigate Faith Differences in Marriage

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Hair loss affects millions of people, whether from cancer treatment, alopecia, genetics, hormonal changes, and more. In this episode, I sit down with my longtime friend and hair expert Kim Laslo, owner of Hair by Kim, to talk about the many alternative hair solutions available today. From wigs and toppers to extensions and men's hair systems, Kim shares practical insight and hope for anyone navigating hair loss and looking for options to feel confident again.

LINKS & RESOURCES

• Hair by Kim
• Amanda Pair Foundation

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:

• How people are experiencing hair loss at younger ages than ever before
• How Kim works with cancer patients navigating hair loss during treatment
• Why cold caps don't always prevent chemotherapy hair loss
• The difference between synthetic wigs and real human hair wigs
• The typical price range for wigs and alternative hair solutions
• How long it usually takes for hair to grow back after cancer treatment
• My personal experience with hair extensions from Kim
• Alternative hair solutions for women with thinning hair or alopecia
• Hair replacement options for men
• Whether a full toupee for men is worth it
• How modern alternative hair can restore confidence and normalcy

WHERE TO LISTEN

The SavvyCast is available on all podcasting platforms and YouTube. One of the best ways to support the show is by leaving a rating and review—I so appreciate you sharing your thoughts, my friends!

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Considering a Facelift? 10 Things to Think About Before You Say Yes

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Which Beauty & Skincare Treatments Actually Make a Difference (Botox, Sculptra, Microneedling, & More)

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Nutrition coaches Ellie Hiller and Geena Pitts join me to discuss the relationship between blood sugar and diet! 

This week on The SavvyCast, my daughter Ellie Hiller and Geena Pitts join me again to share how diet affects blood sugar.  the benefits of a high-protein, fiber-rich diet! Ellie is the founder of Vulcan Nutrition, where she and Geena work as nutrition coaches. They are no stranger to The SavvyCast, and listeners may remember their episode from last week on a high protein and high fiber diet, or their recent episode about their new wellness course for middle-aged women, Mid-life Savvy. In this episode, Ellie and Geena break down the relationship between diet and blood sugar and give tips for how to reduce blood sugar through lifestyle changes.

• What is the relationship between diet and blood sugar? 

• Can diet actually reduce blood sugar? 

• What are your best tips for a blood-sugar-healthy diet?

• Vulcan Nutrition Coaching 

• Cronometer App

• MyFitnessPal

•  Midlife Savvy Class  

• Tap my link to get a 1 year supply of Vit D drops + 5 travel packs FREE with your first purchase!

• Connect with Vulcan Nutrition on Instagram: @the_vulcan_nutrition

• Connect with Ellie Hiller on Instagram: @elliehiller

* Disclaimer: These tips are not official health suggestions. Speak to your doctor before making any drastic changes to your diet or lifestyle. 

I hope you enjoyed this episode! As always, if you have time to rate, review, and subscribe to The SavvyCast on Apple Podcasts, it would be SO appreciated. If you would prefer to watch the podcast interview, check it out on YouTube. Blessings to you!

Daily Protein + Fiber Made Easy By 2 Nutrition Coaches

Introducing Mid-Life Savvy

If you've been hearing about the benefits of a fiber-rich diet but don't know where to start, this episode is for you! 

This week on The SavvyCast, my daughter Ellie Hiller joins me to share the benefits of a fiber-rich diet! Ellie is the founder of Vulcan Nutrition, where she works as a nutrition coach. She is no stranger to The SavvyCast, and listeners may remember her recent episode on her new wellness course for middle-aged women, Mid-life Savvy. In this episode, Ellie breaks down why a fiber-rich diet is so important, and gives practical tips for how to include more fiber and balanced nutrition throughout your day! 

• Why is fiber important? How much should I be getting a day? 

• How much protein should I be eating? 

• What is an example of a balanced meal plan? 

• How can I track my fiber intake? 

•  Cronometer App

• MyFitnessPal

• Tap my link to get a 1 year supply of Vit D drops + 5 travel packs FREE with your first purchase!

• Instagram Reel on Muscle Mass

• Healthy Dessert Recipe

• Go-To Weeknight Salmon Recipe 

• Connect with Vulcan Nutrition on Instagram: @the_vulcan_nutrition

• Connect with Ellie Hiller on Instagram: @elliehiller

I hope you enjoyed this episode! As always, if you have time to rate, review, and subscribe to The SavvyCast on Apple Podcasts, it would be SO appreciated. If you would prefer to watch the podcast interview, check it out on YouTube. Blessings to you!

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Introducing Mid-Life Savvy 

10 Healthy Habits with the Highest ROI with Ellie Hiller

This week, two special members of the Family Savvy team step in front of the mic for a change! 

This week on the SavvyCast, I have two extra special guests! Anderson and Jackson Moore have helped me with filming Family Savvy content for years. I have had the privilege of getting to know them and watching them grow into such fine young men, and this week I convinced them to join me in front of the camera for a change! We talk about how they were raised, their favorite Family Savvy recipes, what they're doing now, funny moments from working together, and more! 

• How did Jackson and Anderson join the Family Savvy Team?

• What did their parents do well to shape them into the incredible young men they are today?

• How do Jackson and Anderson manage their time with work, sports, and school? 

• What are their favorite memories working with Jamie? 

• What are their favorite Family Savvy recipes? 

• Strawberry Brownies with Lemon Glaze

• Deviled Eggs

• Chocolate Bundt Cake

• Strawberry Bundt Cake 

• Carrot Bundt Cake 

• Funfetti Bundt Cake

• Zesty Tuna Salad

• Lemon Pepper Tuna Salad

I hope you enjoyed this episode! As always, if you have time to rate, review, and subscribe to The SavvyCast on Apple Podcasts, it would be SO appreciated. If you would prefer to watch the podcast interview, check it out on YouTube. Blessings to you!

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Behind the Scenes of Family Savvy: Meet the Team

Zane's Advice to Young Men: How to Pursue a Woman

This week, I am sharing an updated review of the marble I had installed in my kitchen and bathrooms! 

This week on The SavvyCast, I am sharing an update on the marble we installed during my kitchen and bathroom renovation. Some of you may remember the marble review episode I did shortly after the renovation was complete. In this episode, I share more details about how the marble has held up after eighteen months, what I would do differently, how I clean the marble, and more! 

• Courtney Myrick (from Triton Stone Group): cmyrick@tritonstone.com, @courtneymyrick

• Merry Margaret (from Surface One): merrymargaret@surface1.com, @merrymargaret52

• Surface One Pelham 

• Triton Stone Group

I hope you enjoyed this episode! As always, if you have time to rate, review, and subscribe to The SavvyCast on Apple Podcasts, it would be SO appreciated. If you would prefer to watch the podcast interview, check it out on YouTube. Blessings to you!

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I Chose ALL Marble for my Renovation: Would I Do It Again?

Let's Talk: Southern Traditional Interior Design Trends with Home with Hechart

If you are looking for a homemade cold brew recipe that rivals your favorite coffee shop, give this episode a listen! 

This week on The SavvyCast, I am sharing my all-time favorite cold brew recipe. I love an iced coffee drink, but I don't love constantly buying expensive high-sugar drinks every day. Before I perfected my cold brew recipe, I never thought homemade could taste as good as a drink from my favorite coffee shop. Now I make my own cold brew all the time- I even prefer it! In this episode, I share the steps and products I use to make delicious cold brew at home. 

• STOK Cold Brew Coffee

• Whole Earth Sweetener 

• Chobani Coffee Creamer 

• President French Style Gourmet Whipped Cream 

• Williams Sonoma Working Glasses With Lids 

• Milk Frother Wand 

• More Cold Brew Essentials 

I hope you enjoyed this episode! As always, if you have time to rate, review, and subscribe to The SavvyCast on Apple Podcasts, it would be SO appreciated. If you would prefer to watch the podcast interview, check it out on YouTube. Blessings to you!

If you like this podcast, check these out:

Sourdough Baking Tips: Part Two

How to Make the Best Coffee of Your Life

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If you are looking to get started making sourdough bread, this episode is for you! 

This week on The SavvyCast, I have another episode in my mini-series on sourdough bread! If you have been following me on social media, you know I have recently fallen in love with making sourdough bread. In last week's episode, I shared about my potato flake starter. In this episode, I share more about my traditional sourdough starter, how I started making bread, my favorite ways to bake with sourdough, and more! 

• My Potato Flake Sourdough Starter Recipe

• Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls 

• The Sourdough class I took

• King Arthur Sourdough Starter Kit 

• The Best Strawberry Nut Bread Recipe Ever

• The Best Banana Nut Bread Recipe

• The Best Blueberry Bread Recipe

• The Best Fresh Peach Bread 

• The Best Pumpkin Bread

• Redmond Real Salt

• Maldon Salt

• More Sourdough Essentials

I hope you enjoyed this episode! As always, if you have time to rate, review, and subscribe to The SavvyCast on Apple Podcasts, it would be SO appreciated. If you would prefer to watch the podcast interview, check it out on YouTube. Blessings to you!

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Jamie's Newest Obsession: Making Sourdough Bread

Making Healthy and Nutritious Bone Broth at Home

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This week, I am sharing all about my newfound love for breadmaking!

This week on the SavvyCast, I am sharing all about my newest obsession- making sourdough bread! I have always loved real sourdough bread but was so intimidated by the process of making it myself. After taking a sourdough for beginners class, I have been experimenting with different types of starters and have learned to love the process! In this episode, I share about my potato flake starter, my "feeding routine," how I love to use it, and more!

• USA Baking Bread Pans
• Redmond Real Salt
• Sourdough Baskets and Linen Covers
• Maldon Salt
• More Sourdough Essentials

I hope you enjoyed this episode! As always, if you have time to rate, review, and subscribe to The SavvyCast on Apple Podcasts, it would be SO appreciated. If you would prefer to watch the podcast interview, check it out on YouTube. Blessings to you!

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Making Healthy and Nutritious Bone Broth at Home

Three Perfect Sides For Hosting A BBQ Dinner

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