The Village Podcast

The Village Podcast is back! We are back to being a solo show, as we have to say goodbye to Jennie. Jennie brought so much wit, fun, and spark to this podcast and our village will miss her so much! (Find her on the gram, @MrsJenniePorter!) This first episode back, Allison talks about the vision she sees for this show moving forward and gives an update on where she is in her professional and personal life, as well as how she has evolved as a mother, friend, and person during the past few years. She is feeling so thankful for the village she has created and hopes you will join in! Follow TVP on IG: @villagecommunity Follow Allison on IG: @smallspacemomma Email the show: TheVillagePod@gmail.com Support the show

The Village Podcast with Jennie and Allie has been MIA because the girls are just enjoying their summer. Life gets put into perspective when you remember you ONLY TRULY GET 18 summers with your children. This podcast is our passion - but time spent with them is never wasted. We did want to bring you some content though, so Allie decided to combine the two! She kept her oldest child up late to record a little episode talking all things random! Life, sports, parenting, friendship, and more. Ryder takes a little bit to warm up, but the end result is pretty sweet <3 As always, email us TheVillagePod@gmail.com or DM us on IG @villagecommunity Support the show

It's Jennie's turn on the mic, and she's doing her best to keep things light and fun. She starts by talking about end of the school year burnout, and why we need spontaneity and fun, now more than ever. Then it's the start of a new segment, The Half Asleep Cinema Club where she tells you which shows and movies are worth your time, and which will put you to sleep. As always, feel free to message us @villagecommunity, email us thevillagepod@gmail.com, subscribe, rate, and review. Thanks for listening, and we'll see you next week! Support the show

Hi friends! If you were ever going to listen to Allie talk to herself for 30 minutes, let it be this 30 minute window! She hops on the mic to read some real life situations and thoughts from real life mothers. She details her busy schedule right now having her nieces staying with the family, and celebrating her oldest finishing Kindergarten! The importance of hearing and sharing and normalizing how scary and damaging and normal intrusive thoughts can be during parenting. Be kind and understanding. If you or another mother you know needs any type of support, email us TheVillagePod@gmail.com, DM us on IG @villagecommunity or find a local support center for them! Love y'all!!!!!!!! It takes a village!!!!!! Support the show

The episode focuses on a kids party that felt like it was straight out of the twilight zone. You just have to listen to believe it all! The girls deep dive on a subject surrounding socioeconomic shaming and school districts. Some Moms feel comfortable saying or asking things that are so inappropriate, and they are fueling the narrative of privilege down to their children. Silence is compliance, and Jennie had to say something. We finish off strong with two mortifying stories about social mix ups! Oops! Thank you so much for listening and, as always, get in touch with us anytime! IG: @villagecommunity @mrsjennieporter @smallspacemomma EMAIL: TheVillagePod@gmail.com Support the show

This week the girls are joined in a spirited discussion with Allisons childhood friend, Katie Kinder! Katie is a married mother of two, who faced a very scary pregnancy; hemorrhaging and fearing losing the baby right in the beginning of her second trimester, that sent her into a deep depression. Even though she was raised in a very health-conscious household, she really dove into that after this incident. She was prescribed an antidepressant that she wasn't comfortable with, so she set out on another path, which sparked lots of changes in her household products, food that she fed her family, and even the way she approached western medicine. Katie is valid in her feelings - and choices - and she has every right to decide these things for herself and her family. As Moms, we are all valid in our feelings and choices and we know what we need in our life. We are huge advocates for making choices for yourself. We are huge supporters of mom utilizing ANY MEANS of helping themselves to be happy. Medication. Herbs. Workouts. Naps. ANYTHING YOU NEED. This is just one story showing another way of doing things :) Thanks for the constant support! We love you all! Follow Katie; @katiekinderphoto Follow us; @villagecommunity @mrsjennieporter @smallspacemomma Support the show

The girls welcome back their friend Paulina for a conversation around her life changes. When she found herself vomiting in a random roadside gas station, nearing the looming end of her codependent relationship that was fueled by addiction, she realized she was hitting the bottom. She talks about using weed in an unhealthy (and self-described meth-ish way) and using the drugs and alcohol to numb and change herself. Paulina 3.0 is over 100 days sober, and showing the most authentic side of her we've ever seen! She's truly thriving, and leaning into her village to maintain her sobriety, reach her highest level of creative self, and take the writing and educating world by storm! We are so proud of her... and so happy she's willing to share all of her struggles to help others. Follow Paulina on Social Media: http://www.instagram.com/mizpiggy111 Sign up for courses and keep up with her work: http://www.paulinapinsky.com Make sure you join her Patreon and sign up for her summer writing workshop! Subscribe to her newsletter: https://paulinapinsky.substack.com/?utm_source=discover_search Follow The Village: http://www.instagram.com/villagecommunity Follow Jennie: http://www.instagram.com/mrsjennieporter Follow Allie: http://www.instagram.com/smallspacemomma Support the show

Today, we welcome to the Village Courtney Beigrowicz co author of the book, “Grad to Grown-up: 68 Tips to Excel in Your Personal and Professional Life" Written with her father Gene, The book offers a roadmap to kick start your life! They believe that you need to find and work on your personal growth in order to achieve professional success. Courtney is a mom, and recently, with the help of her dad, managed to get out of a dead-end career and into her dream job - a high-school English teacher. She is also a pandemic mom, delivering her baby days after lockdown. So we dive into her birth journey, and navigating a pandemic postpartum. It's a great conversation about passion, and how just because your journey doesn't align with the norm, doesn't mean you can't THRIVE HUNNY. Link to Purchase Grad to Grown Up: https://www.amazon.com/Grad-Grown-Up-Excel-Personal-Professional-ebook/dp/B09SGPM5NB/ref=sr_1_1?crid=PRXVNACZVBZY&keywords=grad+to+grown+up&qid=1649845336&sprefix=grad+to+g%2Caps%2C437&sr=8-1 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/villagecommunity http://www.instagram.com/mrsjennieporter http://www.instagram.com/smallspacemama Email: thevillagepod@gmail.com Support the show

This weeks episode the girls welcome author, mother, and current nomad, Jenny Pentland! Jenny is living in a 32 foot trailer with her entire family, and she's got the curtains she's made to show for it! You're truly just dropping in on a conversation between Moms - talking about all things parenthood, anxiety, spirituality, the education system, mental health and childhood trauma. We talk about the process she went through writing her new memoir "This Will Be Funny Later" and the feelings that brought up, and we dive a bit into her sudden life change when her mother, Roseanne Barr, shot to fame overnight. Jenny is so authentic and kind and we cant wait for you all to hear her stories! Follow her on IG: @jennypentlandged Buy her book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B092VWSMC4/ref=dp-kindle-redirect?_encoding=UTF8&btkr=1 Email us: TheVillagePod@gmail.com Follow us on socials: @villagecommunity, @mrsjennieporter, @smallspacemomma Support the show

Jennie and Allie are back to ramble... in true shambles! Jennie has been feeling like her role as official house manager is falling apart, and Allie hit a wall of shock on the sticker price of soup! They are *briefly* interrupted by a toddler, but resume their shenanigans quickly diving into the new movie that has gotten a ton of attention from the parent community. Thanks for joining in for another week! Check in with us by connecting on social media or sending us an email. TheVillagePod@gmail.com @villagecommunity @mrsjennieporter @smallspacemomma Support the show

The long awaited bonus episode with just Jennie is finally here! After technical difficulties, and finding the time to solve them, Jennie is here. Rambling about all things fitness, and screaming the message that movement should be a celebration of your body, and used to clear your mind. Not to punish you. Let's take back our lives, by blocking out the gimmicks and the quacks, and focus on what makes us feel our best. WHO'S WITH US?!?!?! Thanks as always for your support! Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/villagecommunity http://www.instagram.com/mrsjennieporter http://www.instagram.com/smallspacemama Email: thevillagepod@gmail.com Support the show

Allie hops on the mic for solo session! She starts to dish about how Josh Duggar says he has no time for legal team meetings (but had plenty of time for prostitutes soooo, eh) then she jumps to some local zero-proof news! The bulk of the episode jumps into a short overview of her daughter Indie and her journey with Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip, aka Hip Dysplasia. Enjoy this bite size chit chat! Support the show

Happy Thursday, Village Community! We're so glad you're here with us today. On this episode, Jennie and Allie sit down with a local Kickass Career Mom, Keller Arnold, to answer your questions about raising a family while maintaining a thriving career. And while we wish we could come away from this interview with a "one-size-fits-all" answer to how to perfectly balance every plate in the air, the reality is everyone's journey is different. No matter what you decide to do, sacrifices have to be made. But don't fret! This interview is filled with inspiration, practical advice, and plenty of laughs. We hope you come away feeling supported no matter what path you take...career mom, stay at home mom, or somewhere in between. Keller Arnold is a senior financial executive with extensive experience in global industrial companies including seventeen GE, and Tyco,. She recently retired as Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer of Houghton International, a 153 year old specialty chemical company with operations in 30 countries. She is the very proud mother of her son, Duncan who is currently a student at the University of Dayton. Keller is passionate about local philanthropic and community activities. She is a member of the Board of Directors and Chairperson of the Investment Committee of the Pennsbury Scholarship Foundation (the oldest public high school scholarship foundation in the US). She is the founder and President of Pennsbury Kids, a 501c3 nonprofit serving local children in need. Links: To Make a Donation to Pennsbury Kids: 1. Venmo to @pennsburykids 2. Via credit card at www.pennsburykids.org 3. Paypal to keller@pennsburykids.org Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/villagecommunity http://www.instagram.com/mrsjennieporter http://www.instagram.com/smallspacemama Email: thevillagepod@gmail.com Support the show

It's Pisces Season, babies and today Jennie and Allie are cultivating a vibe, and welcoming in new energy. After a couple of heavy episodes, it's time for a good old fashioned Village Town Hall. We take listener questions, and talk about everything from travel tips, to an unfortunate Aldi Accident #peopleofAldi. It's also Allie's last episode as a young, spring chicken in her 20's! Happy early birthday, Allie! As always, please feel free to reach out with any questions, comments, requests, etc. We love interacting with you guys, and are so grateful you're here! Email: thevillagepod@gmail.com Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/villagecommunity Jennie: http://instagram.com/mrsjennieporter Allie: http://www.instagram.com/smallspacemama Support the show

*The episode contains subject matter concerning addiction within the family unit. Jennie and Allie are back to discuss the show we all love to hate (or hate to love) Euphoria! But, the girls come at it from a place of parenting and the family unit. So, even if you don't watch the show, this episode is still absolutely a must listen! If love was enough - especially the love of a mother - no child would ever suffer from the disease of addiction. Thanks for your continued support! Email: TheVillagePod@gmail.com Support the show

This episode contains sexual + graphic content, some involving minors. This weeks episode talks all things body image, sexuality, society and standards. Jennie tells a story about being asked the dreaded question... and how she internalized the situation as a mother and woman. This leads the girls to dive into the culture surrounding popular shows right now that focus on sexual beings. Join them as they discuss the physical aspects of Pam + Tommy on Hulu and EUPHORIA on HBO. We love you! Thanks for listening! Email: TheVillagePod@gmail.com IG: @villagecommunity Jennie: @mrsjennieporter Allie: @smallspacemomma Support the show

Who is responsible for our children's happiness? Jennie and Allie dive into the differences in what society, and our kids, expect from us these days versus when we were raised. They also chat about mom brain, what gravity has done to our child-bearing bodies, and the overall health they are trying to achieve. Happy Thursday, Mommies! Support the show

The girls are getting personal and spiritual. Allie discusses her back and forth with When We Were Young Fest (spoiler: she's going!), and the imposter syndrome/inferiority complex she faces as a stay-at-home-mom. Jennie agonizes over a statement she (ACCIDENTALLY!) made that could contribute to the "mommy wars" and how she keeps herself in check with her organization. We end with some good news about our 2022 astrological forecast... and most of us are in our best year! IG: @villagecommunity Email: thevillagepod@gmail.com Personals: @mrsjennieporter @smallspacemomma Support the show

The girls have a casual discussion about life and parenting, touching on everything from grocery store cart sizes to major public parenting fails. Jennie wishes she was a fancy lunchbox Mom but is more of a lunchable lady - and Allie's oldest whipped out THE f-word at a birthday party. Jennie and Allie also discuss what's good to watch right now... and what shows may send you to therapy. It's the village, y'all! Support the show

Allie has some concerning activity happening on her neighborhood corner and she ponders if a wellness retreat is something she may want to do. Jennie is in her last episode of her 20's and reflects on her fitness journey and how we all tend to self sabotage when it comes to weight loss tricks! Support the show