In this episode, we chat with Jess about what it’s like parenting three kids in high-level athletics. She shares how their family has cultivated a strong culture of sibling support, encouraged open conversations around body image and nutrition—focusing on strength over appearance—and taught their kids not to quit on the hard days. Jess also opens up about managing her own chronic health challenges while making sure it doesn’t overshadow her children’s experience. It’s a raw, inspiring look at raising resilient, grounded kids in a high-performance world.

In this reflective and energizing episode of Smashed Oranges, co-hosts Maddie and Sarah dive into the messy, magical space between who you’ve been and who you’re becoming. They open up about the transitions they’re both navigating—Sarah prepares for baby number two and a potential relocation, while Maddie feels the magnetic pull of a new career path in Pilates and wellness.Together, they explore the tension between having a vision and not yet seeing the full picture, the bravery of starting something before you’re “ready,” and the emotional rollercoaster that often comes with entrepreneurship, motherhood, and chasing purpose. From overthinking and imposter syndrome to trusting gut instincts and letting go of “perfect timing,” they talk about learning to build a life that aligns—even when it doesn’t follow the traditional path.If you’re in a season of pivoting, stretching, or stepping into the unknown, this episode will feel like a warm hug and a gentle push forward.

In this special Mother’s Day episode of Smashed Oranges, Maddie invites her own mom, Maureen, to reflect on over three decades of motherhood. From the early chaos of parenting three kids with wildly different personalities to the quiet joys of being a grandma, this conversation is filled with honesty, humor, and timeless wisdom. Together, they explore what it means to build a safe, loving home, the power of letting go, and how parenting evolves through generations. It's a tribute to every mom who’s done her best with what she had—and a reminder that love, connection, and dinner around the table matter more than perfection.