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Ep. 100 Shark snuggles, white vans, and tweets uncensored May 12, 2017

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Gather 'round, Awesomes! Episode 100 is finally here, and we are celebrating with a group show! Join Megan, Rebekah, Laura, and Kelly as they honor this highly memorable moment in Sorta Awesome history by digging into their personal histories to share some of their most memorable moments! Believe it or not, there were a few stories they hadn't told in the past 100 episodes, and you may gasp (and definitely giggle) about these moments from their lives. All of that plus a double dose of Awesome of the Week!

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SHOW NOTES: Athleta swimsuits Girls Modern Burlap (Rebekah's blanket) Cook's Country You can find Megan on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Find Laura at LauraTremaine.com and on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter Find Kelly on her blog, Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram! Find Rebekah on her blog, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter!

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Ep. 99 Leaning into the squirm: how to talk to your kids about bodies, sex, and sexuality May 05, 2017

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Awesomes, have we got an INCREDIBLE show for you this week! One of the most important topics of our time is how to have healthy, dynamic, and informative conversations with kids about their bodies and sexuality. Join Megan and Kelly today as they dig into this topic with the help of licensed clinical social worker, ordained minister, and Awesome LeAnn Gardner. In this information-packed hour, you'll hear tips, stories, and myth-busters to help you know how better to talk to the kids in your life about this incredibly important topic! The interview with LeAnn starts at the 15:30 mark. Please know that this conversation includes candid conversations about sex and anatomy - be mindful of that as you push play!

SHOW NOTES: The Daily podcast Nancy podcast Link to LeAnn's list of resources: Parent and Child Sex Ed Resources Find LeAnn at leanngardner.com and on Facebook at Facebook.com/leannegardnercounseling Find Kelly on her blog, Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram! Find Megan on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook , @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter!

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Ep. 98 Lollipop debates, Starbucks half-truths, and other things that keep us up at night Apr 28, 2017

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Cue the confetti! The day Awesomes have been waiting months for is finally here - regular co-host Rebekah returns from her maternity leave! We know that you've missed hearing Rebekah's voice on Sorta Awesome, and in this episode, she and Megan do what they do best - open up the confessional and tell secrets on themselves. After sharing a bit of the birth story of the new man in Rebekah's life, she and Megan talk about the parts of parenting that keep them up at night and then dish the dirt on other secrets like little white lies we tell our kids and how long we can make those maternity clothes work.

All of that, plus awesome of the week! Just a few more days to grab a copy of Ultimate Homemaking Bundle 2017! And to say thank you for purchasing a copy of the bundle after clicking through from Sorta Awesome's link, we'll send you a free gift - All-Time Awesomes - right to your inbox.

SHOW NOTES: Snack Factory Dark Chocolate Pretzel Crisps Anglophenia YouTube channel: How to Make Tea The British Way Why Brits and Americans spell differently How to pronounce UK place names Isn’t Brit Romantic Plum Deluxe - Tea of the Month Subscription Isaac's birth story at Simply Rebekah Find Rebekah on her blog, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram You can find Megan on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter!

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Ep. 97 Spray tans, awkward conversations, and 80 year old turtles Apr 21, 2017

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Today, Megan is joined by Laura, and they take some time to solve some of life’s biggest mysteries, like how do you navigate awkward conversations with a nanny about how to wash the dishes? How do you keep yourselves from going cuckoo bananas in the midst of spring craziness? Why is Laura’s complexion so gorgeous all the time, and also what is up with those tortoises? It's a grab bag episode of Sorta Awesome, and you'll hear wisdom on all of this, plus Awesome of the Week!

SHOW NOTES

Melanie Mills gleam body radiance

Bare Minerals Bareskin

Radio Public (Babysitters Club Club playlist)

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Is your extreme diet really an eating disorder? at Hollywood Housewife

Spontaneity Child Care, OKC

@konarocket on IG

Find Laura at LauraTremaine.com and on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter

You can find Megan on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter!

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Ep. 96 Spiritual crisis: the thing that rattled our faith Apr 14, 2017

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This week, Megan and Kelly take up the ancient practice of confession and get very honest about their personal lives and spiritual faiths. From the childhood experiences that formed the foundation of their belief systems to the moments in adulthood that turned their beliefs upside down, they share their thoughts on faith and how it has evolved over the years. This episode invites reflection from people of all backgrounds - whether you practice a spiritual discipline or not! And as always, you'll hear our Awesomes of the Week!

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SHOW NOTES: Shauna Niequist's Blueberry Crisp Six Sisters' Stuff Skinny Chunky Monkey Cookies ASMR Rooms: Harry Potter playlist Unapologetic: Why, Despite Everything, Christianity Can Still Make Surprising Emotional Sense Blue Like Jazz: Nonreligious Thoughts on Christian Spirituality Jesus for President: Politics for Ordinary Radicals Jesus Feminist, Out of Sorts: Making Sense of an Evolving Faith UnChristian: What a New Generation Really Things about Christianity ... and Why It Matters Real Christians Don't Dance, True Believers Don't Ask Why Believing God (Kelly referenced this Bible study; this is the book form) The Message Bible The Sin of Certainty: Why God Desires our Trust more than our "Correct" Beliefs The Liturgists Podcast The Jesus I Never Knew

Find Kelly on her blog, Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram! Find Megan on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook , @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter!

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Ep. 95 Ten tips for travel bliss with Tsh Oxenreider Apr 07, 2017

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This week, Megan welcomes Tsh Oxenreider back to Sorta Awesome! Tsh and Megan have lots in common including discovering that they are Highly Sensitive People. That hasn't stopped Tsh from taking on world travel since she was a teenager, and today, she and Megan share all their best tips for traveling bliss for sensitive people (and the people who love them!). All of that, plus Awesome of the Week!

SHOW NOTES MasterChef, Jr. Leslie Hershberger Highly Sensitive Person quiz 15 tips for Highly Sensitive Parents At Home in the World book page Find Tsh on her blog, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and wherever you listen to podcasts! You can find Megan on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter!

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S-town by Serial: Thoughts and Theories Apr 04, 2017

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This special edition of the Extra Awesome series from Sorta Awesome is all about the smash hit podcast S-Town from Serial Productions! Join Megan and Laura as they dissect, discuss, and analyze this limited series podcast that invites listeners to unravel mysteries and answer questions and meet fascinating people along the way in Woodstock, Alabama. The first part of this episode is spoiler-free for listeners who want to hear more about what S-Town is about, and in the second part of the episode, they dive into the complexities and the complications of the life of John B. McLemore.

Want to weigh in with your thoughts? Join us in the comment section at sortaawesomeshow.com/shownotes/s-town-by-serial to share your thoughts, theories, and analysis of this wildly popular podcast! Find Laura at LauraTremaine.com and on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter You can find Megan on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter!

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Ep. 94 Real talk about adoption with Corey and Kelly Gordon Mar 31, 2017

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It's a historic day for Sorta Awesome! Today, Megan and Kelly are joined by Kelly's husband Corey which means that now all four of the Sorta Awesome husbands have volunteered for the hot seat. This week, Corey shares his powerful, compelling story of going from street kid in South Korea to growing up in Minnesota. Then, he and Kelly talk through some adoption myths and answer questions from the Awesomes about adoption and foster care. All of that, plus Awesome of the Week! SHOW NOTES CLEAR Beauty and the Beast Dr. Karyn Purvis's work Christian Alliance for Orphans (CAFO) CAFO trusted agencies Safe Families Find Kelly on her blog, Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram! Find Megan on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook , @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter!

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Ep. 93 Simply awesome spring cleaning with Becky Rapinchuk of Clean Mama Mar 24, 2017

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Open up the windows and be inspired by that springtime sunshine! This week, Megan chats with home care expert Becky Rapinchuk whom you may know as Clean Mama! There is a LOT of personality talk in this episode as these two ENFPs dig into Becky's story of becoming a housekeeping guru. Becky shares her homemaking confessions along with her best tips for spring cleaning. All of that, plus Awesome of the Week! SHOW NOTES Living Proof Dry Shampoo Hot Tools 1 1/2 inch curling iron Clean Mama printable shop Simply Clean, Becky Rapinchuk Find Becky at CleanMama.net, on Facebook, Pinterest, and Instagram You can find Megan on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter!

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Ep. 92 10 documentaries that are too awesome to miss! Mar 17, 2017

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Fire up Netflix, login to Amazon, or start searching YouTube! This week, Megan and Laura are running down a list of ten excellent documentaries you'll want to watch right now! Whether you are a devoted fan of documentary film or you haven't watched one in years (or ever!), there's sure to be something on this list that will intrigue, challenge, or inspire you. All of that plus public shaming and #trypod recommendations in Awesome of the Week!

SHOW NOTES So You've Been Publicly Shamed, Jon Ronson #trypod challenge The Simple Show Shalom in the City The Mama Sherpas $ellebrity For the Record The True Cost The Hunting Ground Missoula, Jon Krakauer Tickled The Staircase Sorta Awesome Ep. 42 Talking all about true crime The Witness Columbine, Dave Cullen 30 for 30 The Price of Gold Planet Earth 2 Salam Neighbor Iris Find Laura at LauraTremaine.com and on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter You can find Megan on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter!

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