BAM - Bad Ass Moms
Middle Age Women Kicking Ass and changing the world!
Get ready to dive into the extraordinary lives of real women who are redefining what it means to be a force of nature. From juggling roles as nurturing moms and devoted partners to dominating in the professional arena and conquering athletic feats, these women are the true embodiment of superheroes.
Get ready to dive into the extraordinary lives of real women who are redefining what it means to be a force of nature. From juggling roles as nurturing moms and devoted partners to dominating in the professional arena and conquering athletic feats, these women are the true embodiment of superheroes.
Join us as we delve into candid conversations about life's journey, embracing fitness at any age, navigating the twists of aging, nurturing relationships, embarking on adventures, and tackling everything fabulous and fascinating that comes our way.
Welcome to a podcast that celebrates the resilience, strength, and sheer awesomeness of women who are kicking ass and changing the world!
Welcome to a podcast that celebrates the resilience, strength, and sheer awesomeness of women who are kicking ass and changing the world!
Episodes
116 episodes
Meet Lauren Wingate "Storm Chaser and Psychedelic Healer"
Meet Lauren Wingate — storm chaser, mom, and aspiring psychedelic therapist — to explore her incredible journey. Lauren opens up about her struggles with postpartum depression, how storm chasing became an unexpected path to healing,...
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Season 4
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Episode 5
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45:19
Meet Cynthia Dvorak "Screen Less Play More"
Cynthia Dvorak joins to discuss her initiative, Screen Less Play More, aimed at reducing children's screen time and promoting real-world engagement.Cynthia shares her background in the entertainment industry, including nearly 20 years at...
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Season 4
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Episode 4
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51:41
Meet Haylee Romrell "Embracing Curiosity & Adventure"
Meet Haylee Romrell, a nurse and mother of three, sharing her inspiring journey through life, career, and personal growth. Growing up in Salt Lake City, Haylee developed a deep love for the outdoors, which shaped her adventurous spirit. After s...
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Season 4
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Episode 3
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48:43
Meet Laura Bonnell "Passion to Purpose"
Meet Laura Bonnell! Laura shares her inspiring journey as a mother to two daughters with cystic fibrosis (CF) and her evolution into a passionate advocate for the CF community. Drawing from her own family’s experiences, Laura founded a nonprofi...
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Season 4
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Episode 2
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41:47
Happy New Year 2025
Welcome to the first episode of 2025! In this lively and heartfelt conversation, Lori and Jenny reflect on the highs and lessons of 2024 while sharing their excitement for the year ahead. Jenny recounts her adventurous trip to Costa Rica, which...
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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33:04
Meet Rachel Hagen "Making Meaningful Connections"
Meet Rachel Hagen! In this episode, we dive into the inspiring story of Rachel, the founder of Noted & Company, a business dedicated to reviving the art of handwritten communication. Rachel shares how her passion for tangible, meaningful co...
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Season 3
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Episode 10
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44:14
Meet Katie Stoddard "A Marketing Master"
Meet Katie Stoddard, a mom of three and a successful business owner. Katie shares her inspiring journey, from starting as a middle school teacher to transitioning into publishing, marketing, and eventually launching her own business. She opens ...
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Season 3
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Episode 9
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37:40
Lori & Jenny "Let's talk about Misogi"
Hosts Lori and Jenny opt for a relaxed, personal conversation, sharing insights into their lives, goals, and the concept of “Misogi.” They introduce Misogi, a Japanese idea of setting one memorable, meaningful goal each year to cre...
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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43:52
Meet Heather Cracraft! Finding Strength in the Face of Tragedy
Meet Heather Cracraft! Heather is an the assistant to the athletic director at the University of Colorado Boulder, a role she has held for the past 6 years. She is a passionate sports fan who bleeds the black and gold of CU, having been a s...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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36:41
Meet Adrea Vahl! "Engineer turned Comedian"
Meet Andrea Vahl! Andrea is a former engineer who transitioned into social media marketing and then comedy. She started an in-home wine tasting business and used social media to promote it, which led to her writing a book on Facebook m...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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40:16
Lori & Jenny "It's Been A Minute"
This episode features a candid conversation between Jenny and Lori, two friends and co-hosts, as they discuss the challenges and joys of their current life stages. Jenny shares her experience of becoming an empty nester, describing...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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38:42
Meet Renee Good! From Nursing to Entrepreneurship in Hormone Health and Wellness
Meet Renee Good! She is a nurse practitioner who recently opened her own practice, Good Integrative Healthcare, which specializes in hormone health, medical weight loss, and sexual function. She previously worked in various nursing roles, inclu...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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41:23
Meet Selene Yeager "Embracing Menopause and Redefining Fitness"
Selene Yeager is a renowned health and fitness writer, podcast host, and former professional cyclist. She discusses how she got into cycling at a young age, eventually becoming a professional racer and Ironman triathlete. Selene talks about the...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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41:48
Meet Sage Roundtree "Balancing the Athlete's Mind and Body"
Meet Sage Rountree, an author, yoga studio owner, and former endurance athlete who has found the balance between her athletic pursuits and a more mindful, yoga-centered lifestyle. She shares her journey from being a competitive runner and triat...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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37:44
Meet Jess Lindsley & Heather Bahlmann "Building Community"
Meet Jessica and Heather, the founders of "Hey Birdie", a community for women. The discussion covers how Jessica and Heather met, the inspiration behind starting "Hey Birdie", and the importance of creating a safe space for women to connect and...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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50:10
Meet Sara Baker "The Ultimate Soccer Mom"
Meet Sara, a fitness professional with a background in corporate wellness. Sara discusses her transition from a corporate role to starting her own fitness business, and how she has adapted her approach to cater to clients of all ages and fitnes...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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35:44
Daily Bite "Lori & Jenny: Reflecting on a Year of Podcasting"
This podcast episode features a conversation between the two co-hosts, Lori & Jenny, as they reflect on their first year of hosting the podcast together. They discuss the amazing guests they've had on the show, the stories that...
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Season 2
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Episode 43
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17:17
Meet Meg Smit "Neighborhood Connector"
Meet Meg Smit, a mother of two and an entrepreneur who found her calling in the publishing industry. Meg shares her journey from a high-stress corporate job to becoming a franchise owner for a fitness company and eventually discovering Best Ver...
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Season 2
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Episode 42
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41:30
Daily Bite "Summer is Here"
Lori discusses the end of the school year, reflecting on how quickly time passes and the importance of celebrating every moment. While her children are not graduating, she has one finishing first grade and another completing his sophomore year ...
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Season 2
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Episode 41
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5:10
Daily Bite "Cherishing Milestones and Moments"
In the past few weeks, Jenny's family has had a lot of celebrations. Her older daughter graduated from college and had a party with her roommates, while her younger daughter graduated from high school and also had a celebration with friends and...
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Season 3
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Episode 40
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3:52
Meet Allison Galloway "A Mother's Journey with Her Children's Vision Loss"
Allison is a nurse practitioner who specializes in bariatric surgery and functional medicine. She has two children, Logan and Zoe, who were both diagnosed with a rare genetic disorder called Leber's congenital amaurosis (LCA) that is causing th...
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Season 2
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Episode 39
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50:24
Daily Bite "You Deserve it"
Lori expresses her heartfelt gratitude to the dedicated moms everywhere, acknowledging the immense effort it takes to fulfill the role. She emphasizes the significance of a dedicated day to honor moms and points out that all mother...
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Season 3
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Episode 39
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3:59
Meet Amy Shoenthal "Best-selling author, speaker & mom"
BAM welcomes Amy Shoenthal, a best-selling author, journalist, speaker, and marketing consultant. Amy discusses her journey as a new mother and how she navigated a setback in her career after returning from maternity leave. She sha...
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Season 2
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Episode 38
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36:39
Daily Bite "Student Decision-Making"
Jenny reflects on her first semester teaching college and shares insights from her experiences. Despite maintaining full attendance, she encountered challenges with student presentations and some not completing the final exam. Drawing from her ...
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Season 2
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Episode 37
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5:06
Daily Bite "Leaving Your Options Open"
Lori emphasizes the significance of keeping our options open, emphasizing that making a decision doesn't equate to sealing our fate. She encourages us to perceive opportunities as sliding doors, reminding us that each choice we make merely open...
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Season 2
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Episode 36
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4:27