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In this hilarious and very transparent episode, Mac invites her husband Tyler onto the podcast to finally share their full love story! From an age-gap romance and a snowstorm to a Zoom dating event with 300 women watching, this episode is packed with all the juicy, awkward, and sweet moments that brought them together. Whether you're single and waiting, dating with questions, or just love a good rom-com plot—this one's for you. We had so much fun recording this one and we hope you love it. In This Episode [00:00] Studio Shenanigans – Bare feet and backup co-host vibes [03:00] Why We’re Sharing This Now – Finally telling the full story [04:00] Mac’s Backstory – Single, 28, and living in her parents’ basement [07:00] Tyler’s Backstory – 21, heartbroken, and figuring it out in college [12:00] Virtual Fate – The Zoom call that changed everything [17:00] One Hour Before the Call... – Mac ends another relationship [20:00] The Zoom Date – Tyler’s moment to shine (and Mac takes notice) [23:00] Group Text Beginnings – Mac makes the first move 👏 [27:00] Talking, Dating & DTRs – Texts, FaceTimes, and visiting Nashville [35:00] Long-Distance + Big Conversations – What made them say yes [41:00] From “Too Young” to “This is My Husband” – Letting go of expectations [46:00] What We’ve Learned in Marriage – Honesty, humor, and God’s faithfulness If you’d like to partner with For The Girl as a sponsor, fill out our Advertise With Us form! Follow us! 📸Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/forthegirl___ https://www.instagram.com/macleighbridges/ https://www.instagram.com/kenzraedurham/ Subscribe! 🍏⁠Apple⁠ 🎧⁠Spotify⁠ 📹⁠Youtube⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, we’re joined by the one and only Rachel Awtrey—podcaster, mama, and joy-finder extraordinaire! Rachel is calling in from Birmingham, Alabama and brings such a refreshing perspective on embracing life fully, even when it doesn’t look how you expected. We talk about military life, motherhood, writing her upcoming book, and how she’s learned to chase joy through every season—from grief and moving nine times, to walks in the heat, trampolines, and all the real talk in between. In This Episode [02:10] Life Lately: Kids, Podcasting & Military Wife Life [04:35] Why Rachel Started “Real Talk” and What She’s Learned [06:00] Thomas’ Career as a Pilot & Navigating Military Transitions [08:15] The Realities of Solo Parenting and Managing Rhythms [10:55] What Motherhood Has Taught Her About Joy [13:45] Slowing Down: The Power of a Walk and a Deep Breath [15:30] Her New Book: Love Your Life Even When You Don’t Like It [17:45] Processing the Loss of Her Dad and Holding Space for Grief [21:15] What It Means to Carry On a Legacy [22:40] Finding Joy in the Unseen and Undervalued [24:10] When You Hate Your Bathroom: Practicing Perspective [25:55] Laughter, Toots, and Trampoline Moments with Her Boys [27:40] Encouragement for Anyone in a Mundane or Messy Season [29:00] Closing Words of Wisdom and Prayer for the Listener Connect with Rachel Instagram Podcast: Real Talk with Rachel Awtrey Pre-Order Rachel's Book Follow us! 📸Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/forthegirl___ https://www.instagram.com/macleighbridges/ https://www.instagram.com/kenzraedurham/ Subscribe! 🍏Apple 🎧Spotify 📹Youtube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today’s episode, we’re kicking off a brand new series all about what it really looks like to live radically for Jesus! We get super honest about how chasing after a bold, sold-out faith can feel a little harder now that we’re married, raising babies, and just living in the thick of life. We talk about the ways our faith felt wild and full of fire back in college, and how we’re learning to find that same hunger again in this season. Plus, we dive into the story of the rich young ruler and what Jesus says about living radically — it’s costly, it’s dependent, it’s simple, and it’s the absolute best adventure we could ever say yes to. Whether you’re single, married, raising a family, or somewhere in between, we hope this convo leaves you feeling challenged, encouraged, and fired up to chase after all God has for you! Let’s get after it, friends! Topics Discussed A New Series: Living Radically for Jesus Throwback: How Our Faith Felt Radical in College Adulting and the Challenge of Keeping Faith Front and Center The Rich Young Ruler: When Jesus Asks for Everything Radical Faith Is Gonna Cost You What Desperate Dependence on Jesus Really Looks Like It’s Not Flashy — It’s Simple Radical Faith Is the Best Adventure How We're Trying to Live This Out Right Now Get Ready: More Radical Faith Stories Coming Soon! 📸Instagram: For The Girl  Mac Bridges Kenz Durham Subscribe! 🍏Apple  🎧Spotify 📹Youtube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you're anything like us, you LOVE sharing alll about Jesus and His love with anyone and everyone but sometimes the hardest people to share with are the ones closest to you. So real right??!! In today's episode, Mac and Kenz dive in and discuss 3 main points to help guide you in sharing your faith with your family! We hope this episode leaves you feeling empowered and encourgae to show Jesus to alll of your fam!!!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For The Girl Who's Scared She Might Be Depressed... not a fun episode, we know. But we are far too familar with being in a slump, and know there is a lot of you out there who may be feeling the exact same way. On this week's episode, Mac & Kenz are speaking to the girl who needs some light in her life. They take a look at God's heart for his people and give some tangible tips on how to invite God into this not so fun season. So if you've been feeling a little down in the dumps lately, take a listen. We hope it leaves you feeling encouraged and ready to take on what ever feelings may be coming your way. FTG Fam, we hear you, we see you, and we LOVE you!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's that time of year again! School is starting and you're either the girl who is jumping for joy OR the nerves are starting to settle in. Whoever you are... we have you covered! In this episode, Mac and Kenz look back on their college days and offer up their advice on how to make the most of of college this year. We hope this episode leaves you feel SO pumped for the first day of class and ready to go out there and make this year your BEST one yet! Let's do this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Let's be real... inconsistency is alllll too familiar. We all crave consistency but sometimes we get "busy" or are plates are just way too full and we often let Jesus take the backseat. But times of consistency are so fruitful and get you fired UP on your walk with Jesus!!! In this episode, Mac & Kenz dig into to why we often slip into inconsistency and will hopefully help you take a set back and help you get back on track with Him. So if you've been feeling blahhh or like you're time with Jesus is basically non-existent these days... take a listen! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Burnout... been there, done that! Whenever an episode about burnout comes around we always get so hype to share! It's such a real feeling that we alllll come across from time to time but it doesn't mean we have to stay there! In this episode, Mac and Kenz are speaking to girl who feels like she is just plain DONE but we hope that after you listen you feel refreshed, renewed and ready to GO!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We know we kept you on your toes BUT we're back with the second part of our friendship convo! On this week's episode, Mac and Kenz speak from personal exprience about how to keep those maintain, keep and even deepen those friendships you've been making! Life giving friendships are SO important and we want YOU to be walking in them daily! Whether you just want to go deeper in your friendships or you're facing some hardcore friend drama... we've got A LOT of friendship tea to spill, so are you ready?! We hope this episode encourages you to dive deeper into your friendships, it's one of the best investments you can make! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back! After a couple weeks off, Mac & Kenz are back and better than ever! And it's time to talk about a topic we alllll want to hear about... FRIENDSHIP! If anyone knows a little bit about friendship it's these gals and they're offering up all the tips on how to not just find but maintain and keep meaningful friendships! Friendship is sometimes hard to find so if you've been in a slump and feel hopeless in the friend department, this episode is for YOU! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices