Episodes

  • LIVE from the Newborn Bubble: Tommy's Birth Story, Postpartum, & DWTS Recap w/ Tyler

    LIVE from the Newborn Bubble: Tommy's Birth Story, Postpartum, & DWTS Recap w/ Tyler
    Oct 28 2026
    We are LIVE from the postpartum newborn bubble (two weeks post birth)!! Today Tyler takes over Kenz's seat on the pod for a special edition episode. We share Tommy's birth story, a Dancing with the Stars recap, answers to your questions, why we didn't name him Tank, & a super honest postpartum update about how I am doing!!! THANKS FOR ALL OF THE LOVE ON THE NEW BOOK!!! IT MEANS THE WORLD! This Wasn't The Plan... ORDER IT HERE! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • How To Balance Family & Career AND Discover How God's Gifted You

    How To Balance Family & Career AND Discover How God's Gifted You
    Oct 13 2026
    Hey fam! We’re so excited to have Kelsey Chapman on the podcast! We talk about finding your career path, being a working mom, and learning to do things your own way. Kelsey shares about her winding career journey, the boundaries that help her show up for her family, and the women who’ve encouraged her along the way. This episode is yappy, honest, and full of encouragement for figuring it out as you go!! MORE DEETS ABOUT OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • The Book Launch, Baby Name/Birth Plan Updates, and our Fall Bucket List

    The Book Launch, Baby Name/Birth Plan Updates, and our Fall Bucket List
    Oct 6 2026
    Hey fam! Join us for the OFFICIAL book launch of This Wasn't The Plan! Ahhhhh we cannot believe that the day has finally come! Our book that has been in the making for the last 2.5 years is HERE and ready for you to order (if you haven't already!) Thank you for all of the love and support on this one... it truly means the world!!! In this episode we share some reviews from the book, the things we cannot wait to do this fall, + an update on Mac's baby (name, hospital bag must haves, and birth plan). This episode is yappy and senti all at the same time!! ORDER OUR NEW BOOK! LEAVE US A REVIEW FOR THIS WASN'T THE PLAN! MORE DEETS ABOUT OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 9 mins
  • The September Monthly Download: Horse-Girl Dreams, Reality TV, Fall Inspiration, & 38-Week Pregnancy (AH!!)

    The September Monthly Download: Horse-Girl Dreams, Reality TV, Fall Inspiration, & 38-Week Pregnancy (AH!!)
    Sep 29 2026
    We're ONE WEEK away from the launch ofThis Wasn’t the Plan is out! In todays episode Mac and Kenz give us the inside scoop on the book, the parts that hit close to home. Then it’s straight into real life: Mac is 38 weeks pregnant and navigating contractions after emergency surgery, while Kenz is juggling house projects, horse-girl dreams, and the general chaos of September. They also get honest about learning to accept help, slowing down, and making more room for joy—plus plenty of side quests along the way!! ⁠Preorder This Wasn't The Plan!⁠ Fill out the form HERE to get your preorder goodies! SEEDS: Download the Seed app and take one small step today: plant your first seed and see what God can grow! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 28 mins
  • Mac's Emergency Surgery, Struggles with Reading the Bible, and Feeling Stuck

    Mac's Emergency Surgery, Struggles with Reading the Bible, and Feeling Stuck
    Sep 22 2026
    AHHHH WE ARE TWO WEEKS AWAY FROM THIS WASN'T THE PLAN!!!! Join our This Wasn't The Plan Launch Team!⁠ ⁠Preorder This Wasn't The Plan!⁠ SEEDS: ⁠Download the free SEEDS app⁠ and take one small step today: plant your first seed and see what God can grow! We're back from our week off and sharing all of the BTS Of Mac's emergency ovary surgery. Things took quite the turn after our update from the previous episode. We share about why Mac can't laugh, her recovery journey, and about her cyst that apparently had teeth. We also get into a recent comment we got on Instagram and why it's been bothering Kenz. If you're struggling with reading your Bible or simply feeling stuck in life... you'll relate to this one! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • Vacation Weekend Gone Wrong, Newborn Trenches, and What Jesus Did When He Might Have Felt Lonely

    Vacation Weekend Gone Wrong, Newborn Trenches, and What Jesus Did When He Might Have Felt Lonely
    Sep 9 2026
    In this episode you'll hear a recap of a stressful lake weekend involving severe back pain and two hospital visits.... The emotional ups and downs of pregnancy, preparing for a new baby, Myla starting preschool, and the many unexpected ways family life can feel overwhelming and full. They also answer a listener question about prioritizing marriage during the newborn season, sharing the importance of intentional time together, small check-ins, and choosing connection over keeping score. The conversation moves into love languages and what it looks like to love someone in a way that may not come naturally. The episode closes with a devotional on Matthew 14:23 and Jesus withdrawing to pray. Together, they unpack the loneliness that can exist in every season of life and how it can become an invitation to draw closer to God. SEEDS: Download the free SEEDS app and take one small step today: plant your first seed and see what God can grow! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • For The Girl Who Needs Freedom from Rejection

    For The Girl Who Needs Freedom from Rejection
    Aug 20 2026
    GRAB YOUR COPY OF FREEDOM LOOKS GOOD ON YOU HERE! This is the first episode where Mac and Kenz dive into their new Bible Study, "Freedom Looks Good on You". Throughout the next 6 weeks, they will be having conversations around each week in the Study. They will share real life things they have walked through, and Biblical Truth to fight it! This week, they are diving into the first topic: rejection. They share about their personal experiences and how to allow Jesus to break the chain of rejection in your life! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    27 mins
  • For The Girl Who Needs Freedom From Perfection

    For The Girl Who Needs Freedom From Perfection
    Aug 20 2026
    GRAB YOUR COPY OF FREEDOM LOOKS GOOD ON YOU HERE! Woooow do we all need a little freedom from Perfection!?!?!? So often we get trapped in the cycle of people pleasing and striving...let this be your reminder that there is freedom in asking Him to step into that. This episode is vital if you find yourself in the perfection cycle pretty often. Tune in as Mac and Kenz give real life examples in their lives and practical ways to find freedom in Him! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    26 mins