It's Not That Serious
Humor writer Anna Lind Thomas hosts this irreverent, hilarious and faith filled podcast that will inspire you to fully enjoy life, even when things look grim. She also wishes we'd all lighten up just a smidge.
Sat, September 25, 2021
S3E9: Walk with Me | Sheets for Curtains
The “It’s Not That Serious Podcast” presents the “Walk With Me” series, hosted by Anna Lind Thomas. Each episode is crafted as a perfect companion for walks you and I will take together. I’m doing my very best to entertain you, make you laugh, inspire you and make walking our new favorite thing to do together! We walk together 3xWeek for 3 weeks. This is a 30 minute walk. Anna shares excerpts from the last chapters of her book that teach us what matters most during difficult times and how to get through it with love, joy and rockin' sense of humor. Text Anna and say hi! +1 (402) 833-3878 Order “We’ll Laugh About This (Someday)” https://www.thomasnelson.com/p/well-laugh-about-this-someday/
Wed, September 22, 2021
S3E8: Walk With Me | Almost Murdered
The “It’s Not That Serious Podcast” presents the “Walk With Me” series, hosted by Anna Lind Thomas. Each episode is crafted as a perfect companion for walks you and I will take together. I’m doing my very best to entertain you, make you laugh, inspire you and make walking our new favorite thing to do together! We walk together 3xWeek for 3 weeks. This is a 25 minute walk. Anna shares excerpts from two hilarious chapters that encourage us to live like children and maybe almost die like weirdos. Text Anna and say hi! +1 (402) 833-3878 Order “We’ll Laugh About This (Someday)” https://www.thomasnelson.com/p/well-laugh-about-this-someday/
Mon, September 20, 2021
S3EP7: Walk With Me | Fear Box
The “It’s Not That Serious Podcast” presents the “Walk With Me” series, hosted by Anna Lind Thomas. Each episode is crafted as a perfect companion for walks you and I will take together. I’m doing my very best to entertain you, make you laugh, inspire you and make walking our new favorite thing to do together! We walk together 3xWeek for 3 weeks. This is a 40 minute walk. Anna shares excerpts from two hilarious chapters and gives her best advice on how to conquer fear and get a sense of humor. Enjoy your walk! Text Anna and say hi! +1 (402) 833-3878 Pre-order “We’ll Laugh About This (Someday)” https://www.thomasnelson.com/p/well-laugh-about-this-someday/
Fri, September 17, 2021
S3E6: Walk With Me | Unfollowed
The “It’s Not That Serious Podcast” presents the “Walk With Me” series, hosted by Anna Lind Thomas. Each episode is crafted as a perfect companion for walks you and I will take together. I’m doing my very best to entertain you, make you laugh, inspire you and make walking our new favorite thing to do together! We walk together 3xWeek for 3 weeks. This is a 30 minute walk. Anna shares excerpts from two hilarious chapters, Steve Buschemi Eyes and Unfollowed that teach us to shake off regret and shake off our haters. Enjoy your walk! Text Anna and say hi! +1 (402) 833-3878 Pre-order “We’ll Laugh About This (Someday)” https://www.thomasnelson.com/p/well-laugh-about-this-someday/
Wed, September 15, 2021
S3E5: Walk With Me | Francis With The Good Saline
The “It’s Not That Serious Podcast” presents the “Walk With Me” series, hosted by Anna Lind Thomas. Each episode is crafted as a perfect companion for walks you and I will take together. I’m doing my very best to entertain you, make you laugh, inspire you and make walking our new favorite thing to do together! We walk together 3xWeek for 3 weeks. This is a 30 minute walk. Anna talks about an incredibly elderly woman who gave her not one, but two miraculous messages. And her ability to now laugh during what was a devastating medical emergency. Get on those shoes and let’s go! Text Anna and say hi! +1 (402) 833-3878 Pre-order “We’ll Laugh About This (Someday)” https://www.thomasnelson.com/p/well-laugh-about-this-someday/
Mon, September 13, 2021
S3E4: Walk With Me | Whaddya Have to Lose?
The “It’s Not That Serious Podcast” presents the “Walk With Me” series, hosted by Anna Lind Thomas. Each episode is crafted as a perfect companion for walks you and I will take together. I’m doing my very best to entertain you, make you laugh, inspire you and make walking our new favorite thing to do together! We walk together 3xWeek for 3 weeks. This is a 35 minute walk. This one includes the infamous fart story! In our fourth walk Anna reads excerpts from chapters “Whaddya Have to Lose?” and “Couples Massage.” In this laugh out loud episode, Anna shares how her most humiliating experience became the best thing to ever happen to her. And, or course, horrific awkwardness of being forced to engage in a couple’s massage on a date. You don’t wanna miss this one! Text Anna and say hi! +1 (402) 833-3878 Pre-order “We’ll Laugh About This (Someday)” https://www.thomasnelson.com/p/well-laugh-about-this-someday/ Join Anna’s Launch Team! https://www.bossme.co/join-the-well-laugh-about-this-launch-team RSVP to Anna’s Launch Party https://www.facebook.com/events/364723098620534
Fri, September 10, 2021
S3E3: Walk With Me | You're Welcome Lady Gaga!
The “It’s Not That Serious Podcast” presents the “Walk With Me” series, hosted by Anna Lind Thomas. Each episode is crafted as a perfect companion for walks you and I will take together. I’m doing my very best to entertain you, make you laugh, inspire you and make walking our new favorite thing to do together! We walk together 3xWeek for 3 weeks. This is a 40 minute walk. In our third walk together Anna reads excerpts from two chapters, “You’re Welcome Lady Gaga” and “We’ll Laugh About This … Someday.” It’s true, Anna does have a bizarre connection to Lady Gaga, but the deeper message from this chapter is the desperate need to be liked and the one way Anna overcame this huge obstacle in her life in order to be prepared for greater responsibilities and opportunities. Then she gives you a tease from the chapter when she gets lost in the Redwoods and literally thinks she might die. Hilarious! ::awkward laugh:: Text Anna and say hi! +1 (402) 833-3878 Pre-order “We’ll Laugh About This (Someday)” https://www.thomasnelson.com/p/well-laugh-about-this-someday/ Join Anna’s Launch Team! https://www.bossme.co/join-the-well-laugh-about-this-launch-team RSVP to Anna’s Launch Party https://www.facebook.com/events/364723098620534
Wed, September 08, 2021
S3E2: Walk With Me | Chubby Kids Laugh Last
The "It's Not That Serious Podcast" presents the "Walk With Me" series, hosted by Anna Lind Thomas. Welcome! Each episode is crafted as a perfect companion for walks you and I will take together. I'm doing my very best to entertain you, make you laugh, inspire you and make walking our new favorite thing to do together! We walk together 3xWeek for 3 weeks. This is a 40 minute walk. In our second episode Anna reads excerpts from two chapters, Chubby Kids Laugh Last and Eat First and Merle, My Period and Me. Anna wrote Chubby kids to set the scene for the entire book and how one incident of bullying changed the trajectory of her life. I could read like a tragic story, but it was actually just what she needed to be the woman she is today. Then we pivot the My Period, Merle and Me for LOTS of laughs. Walk, laugh, be inspired. Subscribe so you don't miss an episode! Text Anna and say hi! +1 (402) 833-3878 Pre-order "We'll Laugh About This (Someday)" https://www.thomasnelson.com/p/well-laugh-about-this-someday/ Join Anna's Launch Team! https://www.bossme.co/join-the-well-laugh-about-this-launch-team RSVP to Anna's Launch Party https://www.facebook.com/events/364723098620534
Mon, September 06, 2021
S3E1: Walk With Me Series | When bad things can be the best thing to ever happen
The "It's Not That Serious Podcast" presents the "Walk With Me" series, hosted by Anna Lind Thomas. Welcome! Each episode is crafted as a perfect companion for walks you and I will take together. I'm doing my very best to entertain you, make you laugh, inspire you and make walking our new favorite thing to do together! We walk together 3xWeek for 3 weeks. This is a 40 minute walk. In our first episode Anna introduces us to the series, then reads a passage from her first chapter, Spring Fresh. We go on to discuss how often, the worst things to happen to us end up being the best thing to ever happen. Or at least, they eventually become hilarious and make for a real good story. Laugh and be inspired. Subscribe so you don't miss an episode! Pre-order "We'll Laugh About This (Someday)" https://www.thomasnelson.com/p/well-laugh-about-this-someday/ Join Anna's Launch Team! https://www.bossme.co/join-the-well-laugh-about-this-launch-team
Mon, September 23, 2019
S2E12: Self-Care vs Self-Sabotage | You Are a Boss Lady Series
How we take care of ourselves inside and out matters. I hate to say it. When we treat our body with dignity, we feel dignified - and there’s this intoxicating energy that comes with it that even makes our family feel good too. If doing something or wearing something helps me feel strong and confident, I WANNA DO WAY MORE A THAT. And whatever makes me feel like hiding when the doorbell rings, I WANNA DO WAY LESS A THAT. This isn’t about meeting cultural beauty standards. This is about taking the time and effort to do that things that make us feel strong and confident. Some women feel boss in sporty clothes. Some in a dresses. Some in shredded jeans, some in leather. Some in all natural, locally sourced cotton blends. Some with little to no makeup, some looking like they took a Tammy Faye Baker online makeup tutorial. It’s whatever lights you up! Taking care of ourselves shouldn’t be considered self-care as if it’s a luxury - it should be self-maintenance - things we must do to live long, healthy, confident lives. Are you engaged in self-care or self-sabotage? Are you standing tall and proud … or hiding? If all it takes is a little lip gloss, then girl - put it on! And I don’t care if you got no place to go! It matters. Enjoy today's episode!
Mon, September 16, 2019
S2E11: For Those Moments You're Just a Smidge Resentful | You Are a Boss Lady Series
I love the idea of being a boss lady who handles her business, but I can’t seem to stop resenting all the business I’m handling. Just last Saturday I decided I wanted the kitchen nice and clean. I don’t know what happened, but as I approached hour two of picking some stuck on goo off my floor, I started to see my husband just - relaxing. Watching football. And I saw my girls pulling out huge containers of toys, throwing them around like freaking confetti. I saw red. I just looked at my husband like - I’m sorry, what do you do again? Am I here just to serve you, feed you and keep your house clean? What are you, a freaking king? Because if you are a king can you at least make the money of a king so I can scrub this floor whilst covered in rubies! Being a boss lady isn't about being a domestic servant, it's about honoring, respecting and valuing your responsibilities. What if the tireless, thankless work we do isn't a burden - what if it was sacred? What if it wasn't a nightmare - what if it could be worship? What if we actually saw the value of the work of our hands, regardless if anyone else does? Well that then, could actually change your life. Enjoy the show!
Mon, September 09, 2019
S2E10: How to Handle Your Business | You Are a Boss Lady Series
It’s still vivid in my mind. The sun was shining bright and I had hope in my heart. In my cheer, I had asked for help loading the dishwasher while I did a few other various tasks. After drinking my coffee, I went to put it in said dishwasher and stumbled upon what looked like a hoarder’s secret closet. Food spilling everywhere, random dishes caked with who knows what, Tupperware strewn about - and I think I found even a shoe - shoved in a Whirlpool. This wasn’t help, it was sabotage. And it was personal this time. I lost it. I really went nuts. And after taking my anger a few steps too far, I then had to apologize to make matters much worse. (I always hate when that happens - when I’m not in the wrong, but my reaction is so over the top, I become SUPER wrong). Womanhood ain’t no walk in the park, I’ll tell you that much. We’re miracle workers. But it can be a lonely business. And with all the balls we have to keep in the air, it’s easy to feel like we’ve failed. It’s easy to collapse in exhaustion and bubble up in resentment. It’s easy to think all we do is DO, but it’s never enough. We don’t have what it takes and we’ll never have our crap together. But the real truth is, you’re a Boss Lady. And so am I. Really. I know you don’t believe me now, but we know how to handle our business. No drama, not self-pity, no need for recognition, k? We got this. We do what we gotta do and we get done what we need to get done. It’s who we are. It may not always look perfect. We might have a long way to go. But there is another way, if the insane path we’re on isn’t working. One look at the Proverbs 31 woman gives us insight into who we were born to be - and how to get there. Enjoy today’s episode.
Mon, August 26, 2019
S2E9: If You Could Live 5 Other Lives, What Would You Do? | New You Boo Series
Kendra asked me a simple question that was so simple, but blew my mind. She asked, if you could live 5 other lives, what would you do? Think about it. If you weren’t doing what you’re doing now, what would you do? Have you ever really, truly thought about it? Coming up with 5 was a lot for me. It stretched me to go deep into my inner heart’s desire and I discovered two things … One, I long for a life that, at least on occasion, is away from social media, away from the Internet. Away from TV, Neflix or Handmaid’s Tale. I crave a life that sits in nature, watches birds, relaxes and has the space to think and just be still. And then I realized that I want to interview brilliant, inspirational people. I want to learn more and teach more of what I learned. During the course of our conversation, I had an “Aha” moment of two inner desires I had in me that I didn’t realize where there! So then the question is, what can I do today to make these inner desires come true? But! Before we embark on a new adventure, we have to understand two essential truths … 1 - Our baggage can’t come with us. 2 - And those who aren’t good stewards of what they have now, will never be able to handle more. Let’s laugh and learn! Enjoy today’s episode!
Mon, August 19, 2019
Are You a Flake? | New You Boo Series
I'm a flake addict. I agree to things I have no real intention of doing and then flake at the last minute. As I slip into my oversized elastic waist pajama pants, I shoot out text with a lame excuse as to why I can't make it. It's not a lie per se, it's just missing some essential truths. "Y'all have fun without me! Wish I could be there!" Then I turn on Netflix and put my blanket up to my chin. I also struggle to put my grocery cart back. All I need is a curb and I'll hop a wheel up and get the hell out of that parking lot before anyone's the wiser. I've also been known to change my mind on the "pricey" crackers and drop them off next to the milk instead of putting them back where I got them. I've realized that I never paid for something that got put in my sack and then rationalized that it wasn't my fault and enjoyed my good fortune. Thank you, Jesus! But here's what's weird. The other day I had a friend actually do something she said she was going to do, and I was for real stunned by it. How sad is that? People who live a life of excellence, who live an honest life of integrity, who do what they say and say what they do, are often so rare, they can really surprise us when we meet them. They're like unicorns who poop rainbow marshmallows. I don't want a new life, but I do want a new way of living. I want to be a unicorn who poops rainbow marshmallows. Sometimes we want something new in our life, but skip the most essential parts of ourselves. We want new experiences, but we don't want to be renewed within ourselves. But if we want a new life to stick, it has to start inside first before we can ever experience true newness on the outside. If you're a flake or maybe have some flakey tendencies - and want to be in recovery, this episode's for you (and me). Enjoy the show!
Mon, August 12, 2019
E2E7: An Immediate Remedy to Get Your Butt out of that Rut | New You Boo Series
Not to be dramatic or anything, but the power of trying something new can not be underestimated in its ability to completely transform you life. Every boring rut has had a root of fear of something new. I mean, what if we try it and ... we don't like it? But what if you do? In fact, what if you love it? What if, even if it doesn't make sense at the time, it's precisely the experience you need to have that will give way to your purpose, and your next great adventure. And if you don't like it, throw it in the trash and move on with your life. Seriously, what are we so afraid of? In this episode Anna talks about how the power of trying something new transformed her life in ways she could have never imagined and gives each of us a challenge that sets us up for a brand new you, boo. We invite you to join our free community at facebook.com/groups/itsnotthatserious
Mon, August 05, 2019
S2E6: Get Your Crap Together | New You Boo Series
August isn't just back to school, it's time to get back to you! If you spend most of your day reacting to life, you're not alone. If spending your day reacting feels empty, meaningless, stressful, disappointing, unfulfilling, yada yada yada - you are also, not alone. This month we are going to be talking about a NEW YOU BOO. We're going to try new, exciting things, create new, satisfying habits and finally get our freaking crap together. We're no longer reacting, we're responding. It won't be perfect, but it will be better. Much better. And we're gonna do it together. Enjoy this episode!
Wed, July 31, 2019
S2E5: Admit You Don't Know What You're Doing and Do It Anyway. A chat on Otherhood with Cindy Chupack
Hey friends - I have to be honest, this is the most fun I’ve had recording a podcast in a long time. This was a live event we hosted in Kansas City and an incredible interview with writer/directer Cindy Chupack. She’s most known for her work on Sex and the City, but she’s also a New York times bestselling seller and has so many Emmys and Golden Globes she ran out of shelf space and had to have garage sales. Her credits are a mile long. She’s currently on her Netflix screening tour for her new movie she wrote and directed, titled Otherhood, starring Angela Basset, Patricia Arquette and Felicity Huffman - debuting on Netflix, August 2nd, 2019. I was able to sit down with her and have one of the most hilarious conversations I’ve had in forever. In this episode, we talk about ... *How Cindy went from a journalism major at Northwestern to a writer on Sex and the City to now a writer and director of her own movie. *What it's like to create a woman dominated movie in a male dominated industry. *How to overcome imposter syndrome - *And gather the courage to step out of the boat into what lights you up and gives you purpose - even if you have no freakin' clue what you're doing. I also performed that fart story for this event, which I’ve put at the end of you - so stick around and listen to that classic, will you? Without further ado - here’s my conversation with the brilliant Cindy Chupack.
Mon, July 22, 2019
S2E4: Flop Outta The Boat! | You Are Brave-Ass Woman Series
We're done overthinking. We're done scanning for danger. We're done focusing on the negative that's preventing us from doing what's best for our lives. It's time to step out of the boat and just say screw it - I'm choosing to have faith I won't sink. And if I do sink, God's gonna catch me. In the bible, Peter is asleep in the boat when he sees Jesus walking on water. He's a brave, bold man and tells Jesus he wants to be on the water with him. Jesus calls for him to come. Peter steps out of the boat - that was the first big test of faith - but then he does what so many of us do ... instead of focusing on Jesus, he focuses on his circumstances. He sees the waves crashing ... and panics. Instantly he sinks. Jesus grabs his arm, pulls him up and says, "Oh you of little faith, why did you doubt?" Been there! And that's the question I have for you. Well? Why did you doubt? Today is the day we flop outta the boat. See you on the other side.
Mon, July 15, 2019
S2E3: Self-Hate Ain't Great | You Are a Brave-Ass Woman Series
Today is the day you cut the crap. Self-hate talk. We've all been guilty of it. Some of us worse than others. We're like our own mini-Simon Cowell, just sitting there with a big fat LOSER button in front of us. Every time we try and be brave, our little mini-Simons are all smug with his stupid v-neck tee (and always with the hard nipples - wear a thicker shirt Simon!), judging, criticizing and being cruel ... slapping that LOSER button - and defeating ourselves. I mean, if we can't count on ourselves to not be a butthole to ourselves, who can we count on?! We need a mini-Paula to help a sister out. And just like that - we walk away. Stop before start, back out before we get good. Never mastering. Never knowing ... "what if" - Regrets ABOUND. In this episode we talk about the perils of self-hate talk and how to finally put an end to it - today. TIMESTAMPS: 1:43 - Hot Topics - new documentary I Love You. Now Die - has Anna like Whaaaaaaaat? 14:05 - Self-Hate Ain’t Great & It’s a Great Weakness 57:44 - Your worth is determined by you. Not your feelings, not your past behavior. Your feelings can change and you can change your behaviors. MENTIONS: LIVE Podcast Recording Event with Oscar/Emmy winner Cindy Chupack - Get more information here >> https://www.itsnotthatseriouspodcast.com/event/live-podcast-cindy-chupack/ Book: Your Erroneous Zones by Dr. Wayne Dyer INTS has an exclusive community for all fans wanting to keep up with the latest podcast and dive deeper into each episode. To join, go here >> http://facebook.com/groups/itsnotthatserious Anna also runs her baby, The Word Up Club - a group life coaching membership. Get direct access to Anna and her teachings with workshops, live trainings and SO MUCH MORE! To join, go here >> annalindthomas.com/wordupclub
Mon, July 08, 2019
S2E2: Bravery Killers | You Are A Brave-Ass Woman Series
We are gettin in REAL DEEP in the You Are a Brave-Ass Woman podcast series, so ya'll better get your swimsuits with extra boob support on! Here's the deal. Nothing will kick your bravery in the jewels harder than the two bravery killers we talk about in the podcast. In truth, there are lots of little snipers just BEGGING to kill your bravery - but the two we talk about in this podcast are tricky little turds. They go unnoticed, until it's ... too late ... NOT ON MY WATCH, SUCKAS! Today I'm joined by Kendra B as we talk about how simple awareness of our own individual bravery killers will be most of the battle we'll face when overcoming our fears and becoming brave. All life really should be is us connecting with other human beings and loving them with the gifts and talents we’ve been suited to give. If you’d rather sleep through life than do that, Anna wants to give you a swift slap to the face! TIMESTAMPS: 2:30 Awareness is more than half the battle 9:37: Bravery Killer #1 - Indifference 37:34: All life really should be is us connecting with other human beings and loving them with the gifts and talents we’ve been suited to give. 38:32: Bravery Killer #2 - Fear of Feelings. Anxiety and fight or flight hormones only last in our body for about 90s seconds. If it continues after that, then we are creating more suffering with our own thoughts. 45:00: Questions to ask yourself when afraid to face bad feelings - what is the worst case scenario here? 48:43: The point of maximum danger is the point of minimum fear ~ Will Smith MENTIONS: The Art of Extraordinary Confidence by Dr. Aziz Gazipura INTS has an exclusive community for all fans wanting to keep up with the latest podcast and dive deeper into each episode. To join, go here >> facebook.com/groups/itsnotthatserious Anna also runs her baby, The Word Up Club - a group life coaching membership. Get direct access to Anna and her teachings with workshops, live trainings and SO MUCH MORE! To join, go here >> annalindthomas.com/wordupclub
Mon, July 01, 2019
S2E1: SEASON PREMIER! Keep Your Fears in Perspective | You Are a Brave-Ass Woman Series
We’re BAAAAACK! Welcome to the next season of the It’s Not That Serious Podcast! Pursuing Joy in Yesterday’s Makeup and our not all that attractive full coverage bras. *That was actually what I wanted the full tag line to be but I didn’t really fit well on promos.* ANYHOOSIES, this month we talk about BRAVERY and the fact You Are A Brave-Ass Woman. Today I'm joined by my beloved co-host Kendra B and we get into the good stuff. In this episode, we face our fears by revealing our silly (stupid) they can be, but also how destructive they are to our quality of life in the long term. Instead of running from what scares you, perhaps you were made for such a time as this? TIMESTAMPS: 11:10: FEAR OF MAN: Surveys show we would rather be in the casket than the person giving the eulogy. 29:02: PUT YOUR FEAR IN PERSPECTIVE: Queen Esther and other brave people who will make your problems looks ridiculous. 42:50: STEP OUT OF THE BOAt: We all want to do something new, but we want to look cool while doing it. That’s impossible. Do it anyway. 51:17: YOU’LL EITHER BE SOMEONE’S EXAMPLE OR SOMEONE’S WARNING: When you are facing a fear you want to run from, ask yourself - do I want to be an example or a warning? If you want to live an inspiring life, you gotta go through some shizz. 55:46: WHAT I’M INTO SEGMENT: Gardening and how it’s been proven to lower depression and anxiety. Magic!! INTS has an exclusive community for all fans wanting to keep up with the latest podcast and dive deeper into each episode. To join, go here >> https://www.facebook.com/groups/itsnotthatserious/ Anna also runs her baby, The Word Up Club - a group life coaching membership. Get direct access to Anna and her teachings with workshops, live trainings and SO MUCH MORE! To join, go here >> annalindthomas.com/wordupclub
Wed, November 14, 2018
INTS Hilarious Short Stories: Movers, My Marital Drawer and Dear God, Even My Parents
Welcome to Short Story Wednesday! This one is pretty horrific. It’s in my top most horrifying things to ever happen to me in my life and there is lot and lots of TMI to go around. I’m not going to waste anymore of your time. Here it is. Enjoy.
Mon, November 12, 2018
S1E10: SEASON FINALE! If you want it, it'll cost you something
Happiness emerges from connection. Here's the bad news: Connection will cost us something. A beautiful way to connect is through gratitude. And sadly, a lot of us suck at it. In this episode: Word Up Daily Spotlight: They Used to Beg To Watch Us Poop Today's Topic: Embracing true gratitude, the kind that costs you something has mega rewards. Plus - the one time Anna unknowingly stopped a pay it forward chain at Starbucks and it was on the news and it was humiliating and don't make her mistakes! Show Notes: Sign up for the Word Up Daily! >> annalindthomas.com/wordupdaily
Wed, November 07, 2018
INTS Hilarious Short Stories: Open Letter to the Idiots Who Don't Notice My Baby
In this week's Hilarious Short Story, this is me, getting super real to all the idiots who didn’t notice my baby Lucy when she was a newborn. This satirical open letter got picked up and was syndicated all over the place, which in itself is hilarious. Without further adieu, here it is! SHOW NOTES: Word Up Daily: Join the list! >> http://bit.ly/word-up-daily Word Up Club November's Workshop: Chasin' Dreams and Takin' Names We all have a dream in our heart. It could be a dream to get closer to God. A dream for our children, our marriage, our family. A dream for our gifts and talents to be mastered and realized in the world. A dream for better health, better sleep or better friends. Whatever it is, there are both spiritual and practical principles that can guide each of us toward our dream. Don’t miss this life changing Workshop! Join Now >> itsnotthatseriouspodcast.com/join
Mon, November 05, 2018
S1E9: Dream it to Life! w/Jill Krause from Happy Loud Life
What a great episode! I chat with Jill Krause, popular blogger at Baby Rabies and at her new adventure, Happy Loud Life. Jill found herself in suburbia, living in her dream home, more stressed and more unhappy than she’d ever been. One day Jill and her husband decided to sell everything, including their home, pack their 4 kids into an RV and travel the US for an entire year. It hasn’t been easy for them, but it has been an adventure. The kind that leaves a lasting mark on you for the rest of your life. The message I hope you get from hearing Jill’s story is this: When you're faced with a dream and have the audacity to say, "This isn’t working, let’s turn this freaking thing upside down" - for a shot at something really, truly great - you will be faced with many many reasons why you can’t. Imagine what would happen if you simply said, "I can." Also, enjoy today's Word Up Daily! SHOW NOTES: Follow the Krause Family Adventure: Happy Loud Life >>happyloudlife.com Baby Rabies >> babyrabies.com Word Up Daily: Catch up on dailies >> https://annalindthomas.com/category/word-up-daily/ Join the list >> http://bit.ly/word-up-daily Word Up Club November's Workshop is Chasing Dreams and Taking Names JOIN NOW >> itsnotthatseriouspodcast.com/join
Wed, October 31, 2018
INTS Hilarious Short Stories: I Paid Money to Be Terrorized for an Hour
In today’s Hilarious Short Story Anna shares the year she went to a Haunted House with her BFF dressed as Alex and Piper of OITNB (in my defense, it was before the series went to crap) The Haunted House was put on by an Artist Co-op (first red flag) and found herself in the midst of a disgusting phycological thriller where she had to sign a waiver agreeing that she did not have PTSD or experienced violent or sexual trauma. So … yeah. Wait until the part where she has to touch noses with a guy with a greasy nose. NIGHTMARE!! Enjoy the show!
Mon, October 29, 2018
S1E8: How To Be In The Right Place At the Right Time
On today's episode, we talk about how to find yourself at the right place at the right time. It’s not luck. It’s not a coincidence. It’s what I call, "Ruth’s Rhythm." I’m talking about THE Ruth - not the chick from Ozark or your friend from high school. I’m talking about Ruth from the Bible here, people. While reading the book of Ruth in the Word Up Club, I discovered there are 5 Steps to Ruth’s Rhythm that I believe position you for a blessing and put you in the right place, at the right time. It won’t be luck. This is about universal principals that will change your life. But first - I binged on an entire bag of Halloween candy and I don't have regrets. That's a lie, the regrets where huge. That is, until ... Enjoy today's episode! SHOW NOTES: Join the Word Up Club! >> http://bit.ly/subscribe-INTS Sign Up For Word Up Daily! >> http://bit.ly/word-up-daily Sponsored by Designs By ALT (because big dreams need cool websites) >> designsbyalt.com
Wed, October 24, 2018
INTS Hilarious Short Stories: Allow Me To Apologize, Sincerely My Pregnancy Hormones
In this episode of INTS Hilarious Short Stories Anna shares a heartfelt apology letter to husband from her pregnancy hormone alternate personality, Tina. Enjoy!
Mon, October 22, 2018
S1E7: 3 Magical Steps For Creators
In today's episode Anna talks opens with a Rob's vasectomy tale that included a fight between them as he used her organic vegetables to ice his coin purse. PLUS 3 Magical Steps for Creators. We are all creators, every single one of us. And when we're in the midst of creating a vision for ourselves, we get lost and stuck. We can overcomplicate and muddy. Keep it simple. God did. If you want to know the secret to creating, look no further than the ultimate Creator. Step One: Create Something Step Two: Call it good Step Three: Rest We dig into the gem and so much more. Enjoy today's episode! SHOW NOTES: What I'm Into: Incredible, homemade flavored coffee - sprinkle in your favorite spices in with your coffee grounds. Cinnamon, pumpkin spice, apple pie blends, orange rinds - the possibilities are endless! SPONSORS: HELLO FRESH: Get 60 bucks off - http://hellofresh.com/ints60 and use code INTS MODCLOTH: 15% off order of $100 or more - http://modcloth.com and use code INTS
Wed, October 10, 2018
INTS: Check My Cervix Once, Shame on You. Check My Cervix Twice, Shame on Me.
Welcome to It’s Not That Serious Hilarious Short Stories! This week, I want to share the story of when my doctor unexpectedly checked my cervix. Two things to keep in mind - when anyone, doctors included, poke around my private parts, I like to bring integrity to the situation. Everyone and everything, nice and clean and polite. I had spent the day waddling around sweating in maternity jeans, that did not breathe, thank you very much and I panicked at what was likely the situation down there. Now, I know some of you are thinking, “Say Anna, doctors and nurses are professionals - they don’t care about stuff like that.” Friend, have you ever asked one? I made the mistake of asking my followers and the maternity nurses were like, “We notice if your situation ain’t right down there. Oh, Lord do we notice.” Second, not everyone feels pain deep into their soul upon having their cervix checked. I am not one of these people. I still recall this as being one of the worst pains I’ve ever felt, that probably because I got an epidural. But still. Alright, without further adieu here it is ...
Mon, October 08, 2018
S1E6: Three Principles for Visionaries (+ my terrible, no good, stupid birthday)
This podcast is for visionaries. In this podcast, I'll share with you my horrible, no good, stupid birthday. Which will lead me to talking straight to my visionary sisters. I learned something last week - it was actually a live video I caught by TD Jakes. It was the perfect word and it led me to meditating and thinking about how difficult it can be to be a visionary. There are so many delays and frustrations and heartache. But that’s okay. It’s supposed to be that way. To help stay the course, we’ll discuss the 3 principles of a vision. What kind of vision? A vision for your future, your destiny, your family, your kids, your marriage, your friendships, your ministry, your job … whatever it is. If you have a vision in your heart that is screaming to become real life, then let’s talk - this podcast is for us - SHOW NOTES: Big Dreams Need Cool Websites. Let us help you. Go to designsbyalt.com and get on our calendar. Join the Word Up Club! This month’s workshop is Plan Your Best Life: Learn incredible planning techniques and strategies that will help you chart out our vision for your family, your marriage, your career, your ministry or anything else that is your heart song. Go itsnotthatseriouspodcast.com/join to sign up!
Wed, October 03, 2018
INTS Hilarious Short Stories: Afterbirth (Placenta Revenge) by Johanna Stein
Today’s hilarious short story is, by far, one of the funniest, craziest stories I’ve ever heard by actor, comedy writer and producer Johanna Stein. This is a story about Johanna bringing home her placenta from the hospital in a maniacal plot for revenge against her friend. And it doesn't go quite as planned. Sound crazy? It is. And hilarious. Enjoy Afterbirth, by Johanna Stein. SHOW NOTES: Get Johanna's book "How Not to Calm a Baby on a Plane" >> https://amzn.to/2QsFA1n Visit her website more hilarious stories & videos >> http://jojostein.com
Mon, October 01, 2018
S1E5: Difficult Pasts Can Propel Us Into Awesome Futures w/Tiffany of Juggling the Jenkins
If you thought that your past was too much to overcome, your circumstances too bleak or insurmountable to have a bright future, Tiffany proves there is nothing you can't overcome. There is always hope. Tiffany who is now a huge online super star with nearly 2 million followers, used to suffer with with a drug addiction that rapidly slipped out of control. This landed her in jail, which lead to rehab, where she eventually found herself pregnant in a half way house. What I learned most from Tiffany is that the first step to a joy filled life is using your gift to serve others, and in her case, using her humor and truth telling to bring laughter and encouragement to the masses. I hope this inspires you into truly knowing that there is nothing in your past that God can’t use to propel your future. The best is yet to come! SHOW NOTES: Follow Tiffany FB >> https://www.facebook.com/JugglingTheJenkinsBlog/ YouTube >> https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4OeCYM1W9tPA9HwKu8GjlA Book >> https://amzn.to/2P1MfPR Big Dreams Need Cool Websites Designs by ALT >> http://designsbyalt.com Join The Word Up Club! >> itsnotthatseriouspodcast.com/join
Wed, September 26, 2018
INTS Hilarious Short Stories: An Open Letter to the Black Chin Hair Under My Chin
This week I share with a dramatic piece. An open letter to the black hair under my chin. I’ll be honest, me and this chair have had beef for years. We’ve never had ups, always downs. But alas, it’s a part of me and it was time for us to have a talk. Here’s my heartfelt letter. SHOW NOTES: This episode of It’s Not That Serious hilarious short stories is brought to you by Designs by ALT, a wordpress design agency created by yours truly. If you have a big dream and don’t know where to start, call us. To get on our calendar, go to designsbyalt.com. Make a note that you’re an avid podcast listener and I will hook you up. Download Free Hilarious eBook >> annalindthomas.com Get on Designs by ALT Calendar >> designsbyalt.com
Mon, September 24, 2018
S1E4: Want Joy? Be Free! with guest, Melissa Radke
Today, we talk the hilarious online personality, future reality TV star and best selling author of the hilarious and poignant book, Eat Cake, Be Brave - Melissa Radke. One thing Melissa says that I just love is that she wishes she could have titled the book Eat Cake, Be Free. There is so much laugher and wisdom in this episode, grab yourself a cup of coffee and cozy up to a good word! In this episode: *Joy is found in total, freedom. You’ll learn exactly what that means. *Plus a hilarious game of “Would You Rather” AND Melissa has so graciously offered to do a signed book giveaway for one of our listeners. Register to win here Fill out the widget here >> https://www.itsnotthatseriouspodcast.com/episodes/e3e4-want-joy-be-free-with-guest-melissa-radke/ Purchase Book Here: SHOW NOTES: What I'm Into: Banana Bread that will blow your top off! Recipe here >> https://www.kingarthurflour.com/recipes/whole-grain-banana-bread-recipe
Wed, September 19, 2018
INTS Hilarious Short Stories: I Owe My Existence to a Douche
Welcome to INTS Hilarious Short Stories, where Anna and friends share their most hilarious, if not a touch humiliating, stories. On this episode, Anna performs "I Owe My Existence to a Douche" - Wordpress.com ranked as their top 100 article of all time. Or maybe that month. She doesn't remember the details. She also owes that honor to a douche. Enjoy. SHOW NOTES: Big Dreams Need Cool Websites. Let us help. Get on our calendar, Designs By ALT [designsbyalt.com] Word Up Club: Hang out, grow, learn and but uplifted with like minded women pursuing joy - in yesterday's makeup. http://itsnotthatseriouspodcast.com/join
Mon, September 17, 2018
S1E3: Comedian Ercell Watson and Finding Joy in Painful Transformations
Anna chats with popular comedian Ercell Watson who shares his story of a dramatic shift in "purpose" after a devastating DUI. In this episode we talk about: *Those life changing moments - this crap is no longer working for me moments - that alter our path for better or for worse. *Pursuing joy - even in the midst of chaos, like Ercell experienced when he was homeless. *Shifts in purpose. What if your gift isn't your meant to serve your purpose? What if it's simply the crowbar that opens other doors? *What if we have unknown gifts we never discovered because we haven't even tried them yet? We hope this episode inspires you to pursue joy in the process and in the transformation - not in the end result. Enjoy today's show! SHOW NOTES: Follow Ercell: FB & IG - @ercellivanhoe ercellivanhoe.com and socalvideocreations.com. This episode is brought to you by Designs by ALT. 8 years ago Anna built her own humor website that averaged hundreds of thousands hits per day and amassed a large social media following. So many people asked her for help, until eventually she started a wordpress design agency. It’s her heart song to make dreams come true. If you need help getting your dream off the ground, it starts with the basics. Go to designsbyalt.com and her team will do everything they can to lift you up. And don’t worry, Anna green lights every project and for qualified clients, you can even meet with her directly to get you on the right track.
Wed, September 12, 2018
INTS Hilarious Short Stories: The Fart that (Almost) Altered My Destiny
Welcome to the very first episode of INTS Hilarious Short Stories, where Anna and friends share their most hilarious, if not a touch humiliating stories. On this episode, Anna performs, for the very first time, her viral sensation "The Fart that (Almost) Altered My Destiny." Enjoy. SHOW NOTES: Big Dreams Need Cool Websites >> designsbyalt.com
Mon, September 10, 2018
S1E2: Running out of gas on the purpose driven hwy PLUS inspiring stories from Charity Water w/Tyler Riewer
Can seeking your purpose in life actually be depressing? In today’s episode we talk about running out of gas on the purpose driven highway. Here’s a hint: It’s because we take our purpose way, way too seriously. Anna explains what that means. Then, we talk with the charming Tyler Riewer of Charity Water. He goes into extremely rural areas in Africa to meet the people in these communities - communities where women walk miles, multiple times per day for clean water (and the water is black sludge). Yet, they are some of the kindest, most joy filled people he has ever met. How can that be? Get ready to be inspired to get a little perspective. PLUS, Anna asks Tyler his most embarrassing story and he shares something that happened in while in Africa and it’s equally horrifying as it is hilarious. Enjoy the show! SHOW NOTES: Big dreams need cool websites. Anna’s design agency is ready to change your life. > https://amzn.to/2Nxpdm4 Join the Word Up Club! >> http://www.itsnotthatseriouspodcast.com/join DEALS: Care/Of: INTS listeners get 25% first purchase. Go to TakeCareOf.com and enter INTS.
Mon, September 03, 2018
INTS S1E1: Know Thyself Before You Wreck Yo Self! Is this Ancient Personality Test a Joy Secret?
Today, hilarious guest co-host Katie Fitzsimmons joins Anna to talk about: When husbands put our children in grave danger and think it’s funny without considering, the you know, GRAVE DANGER. PLUS, the joy topic for the day - Know thyself before you wreck yo self! What you don’t know about yourself can hurt you. And, what you don’t know about yourself can hurt other people. Truly understanding our personality and the motivations behind so much of our behavior is incredible information that can miraculously unlock joy in our lives. Let me introduce the ancient personality test that's also freaky accurate - the Enneagram. We talk about this test, plus the incredibly insightful book on the Enneagram “The Road Back to You." What we learned about ourselves and those we love is invaluable! God gave us personalities and temperaments for a reason. Let’s find out what that is, shall we? SHOW NOTES: Get your copy of "Road Back to You" >> https://amzn.to/2NAgMmR WHAT I'M INTO: Hoopla App! Borrow books for free if you have a library card! Link for Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.hoopladigital.android Link for Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/hoopla-digital/id580643740?mt=8
Mon, August 27, 2018
EP75: Season Finale! Joy Killer #6 PLUS guest, Jenny Penton
Humiliating Bra Fittings, Joy Killers and fun and inspiration with my sister, Jenny Penton. This episode has it all! Today we’re talking bout a HUGE Joy Killer - procrastination. Here’s what you can expect in this episode: My recent and slightly embarrassing bra fitting at Victoria Secret, which reminded my sister of her embarrassing bra fitting where she got called out, big time, which reminded me of a really humiliating bra fitting that happened when I was in my teens that I can fully blame Jenny for -Then, we talk about a study that revealed why procrastination causes depression and why depression causes procrastination and the one tested factor that destroys them both.How to make a mind shift to stop the procrastination habit.And then how to make self-regulation, discipline and getting crap done a life changing habit - through planning and other tangible skills. A must listen episode! Let’s get started. NOTES: What I'm Into: PureVida Bracelets (so freaking cute. I'm not a subscriber - but Jen is!)Kate Spade wallets (more Jen - I still rock mine Juicy Coutour from ten years ago hahahaha)
Mon, August 20, 2018
EP74: Joy Killer #5 - Don't Take it Personal
Taking Life Personally. Big Joy Killer. This episode is about the question we consciously and even subconsciously ask ourselves constantly that can alter the course of our lives at worst, and steal our joy in the moment at best - and that is ... What does this say about me? That question, inherent to human nature, will steal your joy faster than Starbucks clears my bank account every month. And let me tell ya, it’s fast. What's In This Episode: The perils of taking life personally.Susannah and I share some hilarious and uh - a little personal stories. Susannah shares one of my favorites. Let’s just say it includes a fertility clinic - a need for a sample - and no place to actually get said sample. It’s a classic that I will laugh at for the rest of my life.Finally, I’ll share what I’m into! My favorite documentary on Netflix, a dip recipe that’s junkie and killer and stupid easy and perfect for football season. Lastly, one of my favorite organizations that hand knits the most amazing dolls. What I'm Into: Netflix documentary: AmyRecipe: Chicken Dip 3 chicken breasts, 16 oz. cream cheese, can of mushroom soup, 1 tbs worshetshire sauce, 2 tablespoons diced onion, half jar of jalepenos + juice. Put it in a crock pot low and slow until chicken is cooked. Shred and then eat in until you get sick, like me.Cuddle + Kind. Sponsor Codes: For $60 bucks off! Go to Hellofresh.com/ASSHOW60 For 40% all subscriptions! LOLA.com/ASSHOW40
Mon, August 13, 2018
EP73: Joy Killer #4: Stuck In The Land of Indifference
I read once that the opposite of love isn’t hate, it’s indifference. I believe it. And I believe indifference is the enemy's hot ticket. The right amount of selfishness, entitlement, laziness, doubt, fear, negativity and even melancholy to steal our energy, zapping our resolve and lulling us into complacency, but just enough “okayness” sprinkled with a laugh or two - to keep us from any sense of urgency to change our lives for the better. Not today, Satan! In this episode we learn: Why indifference is a HUGE joy killerHow indifference strips us of dreams, our hopes and purposeThe 6 roadblocks that force into indifferenceHow to overcome the roadblocks and start living our God given joy filled lives! Then we talk to life coach Sarah Crockett, who takes the mystery out of being in God's presence and leads us all through a simple yet profound method to having an encounter with God. So GOOD! PODCAST NOTES: Sarah Crockett Interview: Website: BeEncountered.com Book: Encounter Jesus: Cultivating Awareness and Intimacy - a Practical Guide [Grab Your Copy >>] "What I'm Into" Book: "Eat That Frog," by Brian Tracy [Grab Your Copy >>] Daily Practice: Morning Pages from "The Artist's Way", by Julia Cameron [Grab Your Copy >>] Favorite Pen: Sharpie Pen, fine tip [Go Get Some! You'll Never Be The Same! >>]
Mon, August 06, 2018
EP72: Joy Killer #3 - Judging (and it's unaffordable cost)
Judging other people, and judging ourselves steals our joy. Which really sucks, because I love being judgemental - it’s one of my most favorite things. And here’s what is sneaky about being judgmental towards others. We think it’s something they deserve, something that’s hurting them, without realizing it is destroying us from the inside out. In today’s episode, we are going to talk about what judging is, why we do it, why it’s a joy killer and why we’re gonna stop so we can live these freaking lives to the fullest without wasting precious moments on trivial, meaningless, joy sucking things. You in? Enjoy today's episode! PODCAST NOTES: "What I'm Into" Book: "1000 Gifts" by Ann Voskamp. Get your copy here.Day One Journaling AppClean your kitchen before going to bed so the following day starts off on the right foot, instead of waking up stressed and annoyed. Word Up Club If you'd like to join the Word Up Club, click here to learn more! SPONSORS; ZOLA: For all things wedding, get your free, beauitful website go to ZOLA.com/aands CASPER: For $50 off your mattress, go to Casper.com/aands!
Mon, July 30, 2018
EP71: Joy Killer #2 - The Misery of the Impatient
Impatience is a brutal joy killer. It's an entitlement to having our expectations met, the way we want it when we want it. Expectations that are probably a smidge unrealistic to begin with. And when we don't get our way? Heavy sigh. Tapping foot. Snarky comment. Full blown meltdown. We have to fully understand and prepare for the fact that all good things worth while take time. And that the best way to combat impatience? Like the entire month of December leading up to Christmas Day - joy is often most found in the anticipation, the preperation and the hope of a wonderful blessing. The blessing itself isn't even that big of a deal in comparison. Refuse to be impatient. Find your joy in the waiting. What do you have to lose? Enjoy today's episode!
Mon, July 23, 2018
EP70: Joy Killer #1 - Stop Complaining
Think you're having a bad day? In today's episode we talk about harrowing and inspiring stories of some of the worst days, months years- ever. But they kept going and so can we. Few realize that all their b*tchin' and moanin' can have devastating, long term effects on their minds, their emotions, their relationships and their future. Why let anything, especially a good 'ol pity party steal your joy? Don't! After listening to today's episode, you won't want to complain again - and trust me, you'll be a lot happier for it. Enjoy today's episode!
Mon, July 16, 2018
EP69: Whatcha Gonna Do with All This Freedom?
Our freedom is more than a gift, but what are you going to do with it? Anna & Susannah discuss how to not take it for granted, but multiply it in your life and in others. Enjoy the show!
Mon, July 09, 2018
EP68: You don't need to impress nobody! Freedom from the chains of status
Trying to impress people is exhausting and never ending. Man uses things like status to create hierarchies of control, but to God - all of that is meaningless. It doesn't matter how many famous people you name drop, your connections, your title, your status or whether or not you're dating a Kardashian (especially that last part). You're free from trying to be something the world thinks is important and free to be exactly who you are. You don't need a PhD, be a CEO or have a popular YouTube channel to be somebody special - you already are. It's time to stop wasting time on things that are useless and pursue what really matters - then maybe we can finally get some things done around here! Enjoy the show
Mon, July 02, 2018
EP67: Free to Have an Epic Do-Over
In today's episode, we are talking reedom in Christ and what that really means to us as believers. One - we’re free from the POWER of sin - free from shame and guilt. We are no longer condemned God constantly gives us these epic, unconditional love, do-overs - and what we decide to do with those do-overs is what will inevitably give us the wonderful, adventure filled life that God intended for us, or a life of continual struggle. God gives us the opportunity, but it’s on us to seize it. God gave us all of this free will and he says, you are forgiven, you are not condemned, you are mine and if you focus on me first - all things are possible. THAT, my friends - is such an incredible opportunity that we must take it. Every single believer who doesn’t take that and run with it?Who puts their own chains around their ankles and pretends they’re stuck? There’s no other way to say it -THAT is a tragedy.
Mon, June 25, 2018
EP66: FREEEEEDOM!
This week we had flooding that went under our floors and seeped into our walls. A crew came out and placed huge utility fans all throughout the basement and turned them on. It’s so loud, I actually thought it couldn’t be happening. I was upstairs in my kitchen and felt like I was guiding a Boeing 757 to its terminal without head gear. Then, the very polite leader of the crew told me the fans needed to stay on until they returned Monday. Monday, was um, 4 days away. Unless we were locked away in a bedroom, none of us could hear each other in the house. Our minds would adapt to the noise, but our bodies felt the burden of it. It was a sense you were under something you couldn’t get over. The crew leader texted me a time for Monday and I jumped on the opportunity to beg. “Um, I realize this is for our good - but the fans have really exhausted us. If I have to yell “What?!” one more time to someone in my family - I think we’re all gonna lose it.” Thankfully, he said we could shut some of them off, but to turn them back on at night. I fled downstairs and started unplugging like a maniac. The oppressive noise lifted. We were free. Obviously this is a silly example, but think about the last time a fire alarm went off and it took awhile for the fire station to shut off the alarms. Once they did it’s like you could breathe again - your shoulders could relax. It was over. Bondage has that same weight over us. We may “get used to it” - not even notice it anymore - but our body is still burdened by it’s oppressive weight. Think feelings of shame, anger or guilt - we may think we want justice, or a new life, or a do-over that will never come. What we really want is to be free. And Jesus says we are. Enjoy today's episode!
Mon, June 18, 2018
EP65: All Must Be Well
How can our body be well when our soul is in turmoil? It can't, and we're kidding ourselves when we think we can live in fear, worry, stress, anger, self-loathing and [fill in the blank with our own terrible word] and expect ourselves to manage healthy bodies. Whenever I hear the song "All Must Be Well" from Liz Vice, my eyes well with tears. It's an upbeat song, so it always catches me off guard. But deep in my spirit I know why I'm compelled to cry. When my soul hears, "All Must Be Well," it leans into the promise. It longs for it. And so does my body. Let's get well. Enjoy today's episode!
Mon, June 11, 2018
EP64: It's a Sabotage!
Let me tell you a story. There was a time in my life when I knew I was ready to move forward and do great, big, wonderful things. But I just couldn't get my crap together. One minute I'd be focused with a plan. The next minute I'd be lost, confused and like, "Wait, what am I doing again?" I was doing bizarre things, completely out of character - just watching myself do it, like I was having an out of body experience. What was wrong with me? A lightbulb went off in my head. I was sabotaging myself.
Mon, June 04, 2018
EP63: The Objectification Cure
Grab the younger women in your life and listen to this episode together. Objectification attacks the soul. We aren't meant to be objects for someone else's pleasure. We're meant for greatness. The only solution is the objectification cure. Enjoy today's episode.
Tue, May 29, 2018
EP62: Our Bodies: The Blessing We Cursed
1 Corinthians 6:19-21 Or do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit within you, whom you have from God? You are not your own, for you were bought with a price. So glorify God in your body. It’s that time of year. Time to expose the bat wings and the legs that are in a desperate need of a shave. When we put on shorts and get an inner thigh rash at the zoo thanks to our severe lack of thigh gap, which in turn makes us hate everyone and everything, including the monster who created Dairy Queen’s Blizzard of the month. It’s the time for some tank tops and spaghetti straps while evaluating if our cotton candy arms should be allowed to meet and greet the world. The time of year when we reluctantly put away the cozy cardigans and other “late night cake eating hiders” (which is a very long nickname I like to give a very stylish Ugg robe I got for Christmas that hid all the regrets of the holidays - thus a garment I wore every day, obviously). As I reflected on my body - in front of a mirror with horrific lighting (not recommended) I realized a woman’s relationship with her temple is complicated. Not just complicated, but often abusive. Not just abusive in how we feed and nourish our bodies, but how we view, speak to and approach life within our bodies. Women’s bodies, throughout the ages, have been objectified not just by men - but by women. We often objectify ourselves and each other. Let's change that - starting now. Enjoy today's episode
Mon, May 21, 2018
EP61: Get over it!
It’s time. It’s time to move on. To let it go. It’s time, sister. Get over it. And I say that with so, so much love. It’s been too long. And the weight of it is too heavy. Much, much too heavy. You can’t take it with you where you’re going anyway. I’ve learned the biggest reason we struggle to get over something is because we refuse to change the vision.
Mon, May 14, 2018
EP60: Time to Move on UP!
After the storm, after the healing - it's time to move on up to what God has for you. Even if it looks like a set back or a downsize - with God, all things are worked out for our good. Get ready for a breakthrough!
Mon, May 07, 2018
EP59: Heal Up Before You Move Up
Philippians 4:6-7 Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. There are so many of us walking around with crater sized emotional wounds from past storms. Denial, fear, avoidance, or covering it up doesn't serve us - in fact, it can destroy us. Today is a must listen for those of us with wounds that need healing so that we can live in the joy and peace and fullness of what God has for us. And if I can be frank - so we can get next level and chase those God sized dreams too.
Mon, April 30, 2018
EP58: Power after the Storm
The storm hit. Now what? We have two options after a storm - to be smarter, faster, wiser - or to withdraw, beat up and fearful of future storms. We know which one the bible recommends - saddle up for a powerful episode on getting settled and established by God after the storm - then to embark on a journey of healing, strength and POWAH!
Mon, April 23, 2018
EP57: Stand Strong: The Storm Never Had a Chance
The Bible tells us that believers have one thing, no one else has - that guarantees victory after the storm. Proverbs 10:25 When the whirlwind passes, the wicked is no more, but the righteous has an everlasting foundation. I love the comfort found in Proverbs 10:25. It assures us that, in God’s perfect timing, the storm will come to an end and the whirlwind will pass and the wicked will be no more... BUT. Do you see that big, fat BUT? It’s pretty important. BUT the righteous has an everlasting foundation. It doesn’t say everyone will have an everlasting foundation. It doesn’t say everyone will be blessed through their storms. It doesn’t say everyone will find relief amidst the whirlwind. It doesn’t say everyone gets the rainbow. This is big, powerful stuff. Enjoy today's episode. Special thanks to our sponsor Nutrafol. Go to Nutrafol.com and use promo code aands at checkout to get your first month supply with subscription for $10.
Mon, April 16, 2018
EP56: Turn a Storm into a Rainbow
Storms aren't fun, but they do have one redeeming quality that's can't be denied - they have the potential to turn into a beautiful rainbow. Look for your rainbow! In John 9:1-12, we're told of a blind man who is healed by Jesus. The disciplines wanted to know what the man or his parents had done to curse him with blindness. Jesus was clear - the man's blindness wasn't anyone's fault - it was an opportunity for God to be glorified. Only God can turn our storm into rainbow through His glory - and when He works, you'll never be the same. In today's episode, Anna finishes her Hurricane Anna Saga - and gets into the nitty gritty of how to turn your storm into an unforgettable rainbow!
Mon, April 09, 2018
EP55: In a Storm? What To Do Part 2
Storms in life are inevitable. Being a Christian doesn’t mean we get to escape the heartache and hardship of life. But it does mean we get to persevere with supernatural strength, supernatural peace and every once in a while when He wills it - we get to see God perform a miracle for His glory. It’s not about being rescued the minute a few water droplets hit our heads. It’s about seeing what God can do through us when the kitchen floods. In this episode, Anna shares an intimate story of a storm she's currently going through and what she's learning as the waves rock her boat. Sometimes God doesn't hush the winds. But he remains in the boat and holds us until the clouds break. So what do we do until then? Here's a hint: Psalm 37:3: Trust in the Lord and do good; dwell in the land and enjoy safe pasture. Enjoy today's show!
Mon, April 02, 2018
EP54: What to do in a storm
Remember when Jesus was taking a snooze on a boat during a storm? And the disciples went into a full blown panic? Here they were - on a boat - WITH JESUS - and slipped into the panic abyss. The storms in life can be terrifying, but they don't have to be. Storms are our opportunity to show God our faith. Demonstrate our trust. Storms also allow a washing away of the old to make way for the new. And what's better, as believers, we are given full authority to fly above a storm into bright, clear skies. I love the illustration of our journey with God being like a long flight. If a bad storm cloud approaches, we can rise above it. Yes, as we enter the clouds, there will be bumps. We may get scared - but then, we are above the clouds. Calm air. We see the sun! And we can look down at the storm clouds below - and be in total peace. This is why Jesus slept during the storm. Because he knew - there was no reason to ever be afraid. LOVE this episode. Enjoy!
Mon, March 26, 2018
EP53: Cheer Up or Dry Up
Here's a delightful nugget of wisdom from the Bible: Lighten up! Laugh a little! Get yourself a cheerful heart and just stop with the nonsense! Feel better? No? You will after listening to this hilarious (yet inspiring) episode. Special thanks to our sponsor, Hello Fresh! For $30 off your first box, go to HelloFresh.com and use code AsShow30.
Mon, March 19, 2018
EP52: This is True Beauty
Proverbs 31:10 A wife of noble character who can find? She is worth far more than rubies. As much as I have trouble believing it, beauty has nothing to do with my cellulite, a good bra and a miracle toner. The book of Proverbs talks about a noble, beautiful woman and we talk about it in today's episode. Good thing we have Proverbs 31:10. It’s a passage by King Lemuel, taught to him by his mother. I encourage you to open your bibles and read along with me. Here we get a lovely look into what true beauty actually is. Special thanks to our sponsor ModCloth. To get 15% off a purchase of $100 or more, go to modcloth.com and enter code aands.
Mon, March 12, 2018
EP51: King Solomon Don't Play (wisdom that will change your life)
Proverbs 19:8: He who gains wisdom loves his own life. What if you had a cure that would, without a doubt, heal someone’s suffering - but no matter how many times you shared the cure, people ignored you? Created excuses as to why you were wrong - or gave lengthy laundry lists of why they “tried” but it “nothing ever goes right for them. Or worse, thought you were crazy and that they knew better than you? They say King Solomon was the wisest man to ever live. If you read the book of Proverbs you'll see reoccurring themes. We analyze these life changing verses so we can all live our best life!
Mon, March 05, 2018
EP50: Desperate for Wisdom
The information age started by spoon feeding us information and we were thankful because Encyclopedia's are for nerds and people with too much shelf space. But the spoon has slowly evolved into a bat. Over our heads. All the time. Relentless. And now? We're getting desperate. Desperate for something else - something more - meaningful? Something that speaks to something greater? Some sort of knowledge? But not any knowledge. The lessons that are so essential to a fulfilling, joyful, Christ centered life. A life that is good. A life to proud of. We're desperate for wisdom. Life really doesn't have to be so hard. Sure, we'll encounter pain, hurts and tragedies. But most of the time? We won't. Let's let most of the time, be the most incredible, wonderful time and not muck it up. Let's learn from the wisest man to ever exist on earth, shall we? Enjoy today's episode. **Special thanks to Casper. Go to casper.com/aands and use code aands to get $50 off the most AMAZE mattress!
Mon, February 26, 2018
EP49: We Know It, But Do We Really Believe It?
We forget. We take it for granted. We know it, but we don't always believe it. We hope, but don't always feel. This episode is an in your face reminder of the ultimate truth.
Mon, February 19, 2018
EP48: Get Lit. It's Your Time.
Is this the worst time to be alive? The worst? Or maybe one of the most important? In this episode, let's talk about why this is an incredibly important time to be alive as a Believer. One thing this Internet/Information Age has done is amplify darkness. If someone is hurting, broken or desperately mentally ill with evil thoughts, the bowels of the Internet has given the darkness a way to spread and fester in ways we’ve never seen. But there is one fundamental truth that has never changed. Light casts out darkness. Every single time. John 1:5 says, “The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness can never extinguish it” In the same way lighting a match in a dark room instantly illuminates the entire room, the principle applies to our very souls. And it always will. Listen today's episode and get fired up. You're here for a reason. It's time to be a light.
Mon, February 12, 2018
EP47: You're Speaking My (Love) Language
God created us to need love. The Bible says God is love. So, one can gather from these two facts that God created us to need Him. Isn't that so simple, yet so profound? On par with food, water and shelter, love is one of our most basic, most precious needs. We can and do, quite literally, die without it. That's why withholding our love, making our love conditional, or becoming real choosey about when it will be dispersed is one of the most devastating things we can do to another person. Most of us have heard of the love languages. In fact, if you lived through the 90s, then you had to probably go hide in a bunker for a decade to not hear about the love languages. Many of us have an idea what ours is, what our spouse's is, or we think we remember. Maybe we're not so sure. We gotta know this. Not just for ourselves, but for our most beloved. In this hilarious, yet thoughtful episode, we get down into the love languages. What's yours? This can literally save your life, your marriage and relationships. Don't miss this episode! Special thanks to our sponsor, ZOLA.COM! For brides to be, it might just be the best website ever. Go to ZOLA.com/aands and get a crazy good discount!
Mon, February 05, 2018
EP46: What's Love Got to Do, Got to Do with It?
The English language doesn't do God's love justice. In fact, there are varying types of "Love" in the bible, with the Greek root words of Eros (erotic love), Philia (affectionate love, friendship), Storge (familial love), and Agape (selfless love, God's love for us). If the Bible says God "is love" and the most important commandment is love God with our whole minds, our whole hearts and our entire soul - and the second commandment is love your neighbor as yourself - then love is pretty frickin' important, right? Often, it's something we take for granted, or simply assume people we love know we love them, and that enough. But it isn't. Love is an action, a demonstration - a commitment. We get into the nitty gritty of what love really is, during this delightful month of Hallmark, consumerism Valentine's Day! Enjoy today's episode!
Mon, January 29, 2018
EP45: The Valley. The Victory. The Favor.
Anna and Susannah recap this month of making a new resolution, sharing hilarious, deadly honest and inspiring stories of valleys, jealousies, triumphs and God's favor. Special thanks to this week's sponsor, RXBAR Kids. Seriously yummy, surprisingly healthy snacks for our babes. For 25% off your first order, go to RXBAR.com/aands and enter promo code AANDS at checkout. We'd love for you to join us at the Word Up Club. Go join up! >> And we'd love for you to join us with BEST.YEAR.EVAH! Register and get 20% off with coupon code BYE20 >>
Mon, January 22, 2018
EP44: Time to go Hiiiiiiiigher!
In today's episode, Anna and Susannah talk about one huge roadblock that could be getting in your way as you step up in your relationship with God. It's your standards - they're too low. Our standards are directly linked to our identity. Our identity is directly linked to our beliefs - more specifically - our beliefs about ourselves. Our beliefs about ourselves are formed from our childhoods, past experiences, past traumas, our culture, our religious or atheist upbringings, etc. Most people will live their entire lives based on a false identity. But to truly be a new creation, we must fully embrace our true identity - our identity in Christ. Oh, it's gettin' good up in here! Special thanks to our sponsor, ZOLA! To get a 50% credit for your next registry, go to ZOLA.com/AANDS
Mon, January 15, 2018
EP43: Expect Resistance! (it's a gift)
As we dive into our New Life Resolution series, it's extremely important that you understand, know and are prepared for the incredible amount of resistance you’re going face as you set about transforming your life. 1 Peter 5:8 says “Be alert and of sober mind. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour.” The enemy wants you indifferent. He wants you zoned out, he wants you accepting the status quo, he wants you depressed and he’ll take mildly depressed if that’s what you’re having - he’s not that picky. But we're not giving Him the satisfaction. We're stepping up in to our destinies, regardless of any turbulence that comes our way, because we have an awesome God who is transforming us into a new creation. January 15th is a very special day when all of us flake out on our New Year Resolutions. Because we want you to live your very, very best life - please enjoy 20% off right now on our BEST.YEAR.EVAH! 21 day series. Use code BYE20 at checkout. Go here to register now. Also, special thanks to our sponsor LOLA. To get 60% off (!!!) your next order, go to LOLA.com and enter promo code ASSHOW.
Mon, January 08, 2018
EP42: How to Finally Get on Fire!
Philippians 2:13 "for it is God who works in you to will and to act in order to fulfill his good purpose." Gettin' on fire for Jesus, for our faith and for our purpose is a lot harder than it should be, right? We have no problem pelvic thrusting, arm pumping, high fiving and screaming for a football game or gettin' all excited and worked up to hang out with friends. But when it comes to our time with Jesus, transforming our lives and loving people, sharing Jesus and transforming their lives it's all like, "Um, well - Gosh, I'm busy. Maybe tomorrow? K?" We just allow ourselves to get all fizzled and boring and ritualistic and blah blah blah! This is what Anna calls The Land of Mediocrity and Indifference (download this free audio lesson if you haven't already). God deserves better and we deserve better. But here's the good news. God will give us the desire. He beckons us, calls us and leads us to Him. And if you don't "feel" on fire, you can ask Him! Saddle up for today's podcast, we're about to get the New Life, Sister! Special thank you to HelloFresh! For $30 off your first order, go to hellofresh.com and use code ASSHOW30. To join the Word Up Club, go here. AND, if you sign up today you'll get a half off coupon our 21 Day Series, BEST.YEAR.EVAH! Also, we have a special gift for you - our FREE audio lesson, 6 Ways to Live Your BEST.YEAR.EVAH! Go here, do download and listen now.
Mon, January 01, 2018
EP41: New LIFE Resolution
New Year's Resolutions are a load of crap. Big fat lies! You know why? Most New Year's Resolutions aren't resolutions at all - they're wishes. Anna and Susannah talk about the one real way to transform and renew your life for good in this fun and insightful episode.
Mon, December 18, 2017
EP40: Your Spiritual Gift May Not Be What You Think
As we head into Christmas, Anna and Susannah talk about spiritual gifts, what they are, what they mean, and how they are meaningless with out this very important thing. Also in this episode, Anna talks about her gift, a free audio lesson - 6 Ways to Live Your BEST.YEAR.EVAH! We hope it changes your life as the lessons taught within it have changed hers. Go here to download now.
Mon, December 11, 2017
EP39: Believe in MIRACLES!
Do you believe in miracles? No, really. Do you? In the old and new testament, the miracles were plenty. Moses and the burning bush, the red sea parted, Jesus miraculously healing men, women and children. People raised from the dead! But today, miracles are a bit different, right? we’re not quite parting seas like we used to, huh? The miracles are A bit more subtle? Or are they? You know what I think is so interesting - most of us think God can create miracles, but we’re unwilling to believe God can create a miracle through us. Well do we believe in the God of the Bible or what? Miracles aren’t just Bible folklore - God is active RIGHT now and we are invited to be apart of His work - we talk about this and so much more in today’s podcast. And as you listen, I invite each of you to be praying about our new 21 Day Series, BEST YEAR EVAH. A course that will take all of us through the only true way to live our very best life. When it comes to this life on earth he wants us ALL IN. Registration starts Dec. 15. Until then, to learn more, go to annaandsusannahshow.com/BYE. And if you sign up for the Word Up Club or are in the club now, as a special gift to you, you’ll get an exclusive coupon that will get you in for practically nothin. I’m so excited about this and I can not WAIT to see what God does for you and through you this year. I believe in miracles - the rest of the lyrics aren’t really appropriate so I’ll just … okay, enjoy the show!
Mon, December 04, 2017
EP38: A crown that'll make Queen Elizabeth jealous
Welcome to our second week talking about gifts - let me tell you - the spirit moved today. 1 Corinthians 9: 24-25 Do you not know that those who run in a race all run, but one receives the prize? Run in such a way that you may obtain it. And everyone who competes for the prize is disciplined in all things. Now they do it to obtain a perishable crown, but we for an imperishable crown.” How many of us are running and running and striving and striving for a perishable crown? Today we talk about the ultimate gift - God’s imperishable crown. A crown of righteousness and abundance and LIFE and glory. We break this down one by one and it there is no doubt this podcast could be a life changer. In this episode Anna also goes in depth about our exciting new series BEST.YEAR.EVAH! Go here to learn more and to sign up for updates so you don't miss open registration.
Mon, November 27, 2017
EP37: His Perfect Gift (isn't a box of coal, so that's a relief)
James 1:17 Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows. As a great philosopher Biggie once said, "Mo Money, Mo Problems." And frankly, he was right. God is an abundant gift giver, but often we're too wrapped up in the wrong things to notice the gifts in the first place! Like little kids on Christmas morning who unwrap countless gifts and just eventually just start tossing things over their shoulder - how many of God's incredible, precious gifts have we just tossed aside? And even if we do receive the gift we've been hoping for, if we don't change our heart, "grow up" and have emotional and spiritual discipline, will the gift even matter - or worse, be the cause of our downfall? Ask the majority of lottery winners. Multiplying God's gifts means we have to seek him first in all things, because if we don't then every precious gift will just turn into our eventual downfall. The gift ISN'T the actual gift. But this? This is ...
Mon, November 20, 2017
EP36: We're About to Get our Harvest On!
We had so much fun creating today's episode. We hope you’ll listen while you do some Thanksgiving prep - it’s a message we all need to hear, filled with so much encouragement hope. We’re talking harvest people. We sowed, we growed, we reaped and it’s time for harvest. Are you ready? Luke 6:38 says "Give, and it will be given to you; good measure, pressed down, shaken together, running over, they will pour into your lap. For by your standard of measure it will be measured to you in return." Each one of us can reap a full, abundant harvest - but only if we never give up. Only if we persevere. We have such a wonderful God who loves us and wants to meet every single one of our needs. Who gave us gifts and a purpose and a mission. Jesus said the workers are few, but we’re here now, right? Let’s step into our destiny and see what God has for us - BOOM. We’re also so jazzed to announce that this week on Black Friday only, if you sign up for a membership with the Word Up Club, Susannah will give you a FREE kindle copy of her incredible book "Unfortunate Ursula Underwood!" And, one more thing. I’m creating an interactive study called "The Best Year Evah!" And I’ll also be offering each person who signs up for the Word Up Club a 50% off coupon. So, if you were on the fence about signing up before, this better boot you right off, girl! We can’t wait for you to grab your seat at the table. Special thanks to our sponsor ZOLA! Zola is the wedding company that will do anything for love. They are reinventing the wedding planning and registry experience to make the happiest moment in couples' lives even happier. Go to ZOLA.com/aands to get a $50 credit towards your registry! Enjoy today's show!
Mon, November 13, 2017
EP35: Don't Quit Before The Harvest - You're Almost There.
Galations 6:9 Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. In week three of the Harvest series, Anna and Susannah talk about God's promise when we sow good seed in good soil. The bible tells us that in the proper time, we'll reap a harvest if we do not give up. How many of us quit before the finish line? Not this time! We sow. We grow. We reap. We harvest. This is our season, let's go get it! Also, Susannah Googles something to share in the podcast that doesn't quite pan out the way she hoped and Anna was too lazy to edit it out. Enjoy!
Mon, November 06, 2017
EP34: Growing (Pains)
Ephesians 3:17-19 So that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith; and that you, being rooted and grounded in love, may be able to comprehend with all the saints what is the breadth and length and height and depth, and to know the love of Christ which surpasses knowledge, that you may be filled up to all the fullness of God. Growing is hard. It hurts. We keep pounding the Spiritual Ibprofren pills 4 at a time, even though the bottle says take 2, and we don't even care! That's how crazy and desperate growing makes us. It can also be the most incredible adventure we could ever imagine, but we have to have strong, deep roots. What does it mean to be rooted in Christ? What does it look like to grow? One of God's most obvious clues he's ready to take us to the next level is when he stops showering us with manna. Feeling hungry? Good! Today's podcast is for you.
Mon, October 30, 2017
EP33: What are you sowing?
Matthew 9:37 Then he said to his disciples, "The harvest is plentiful but the workers are few." In my best Oprah voice: This month we're talking about HAAAAAAAAAAAARVEEEEEST! It's time for harvest. Are you ready? Here's a tough question. What did you sow? If you sow a bunch of crap you're gonna reap a bunch of crap. That's pretty much it for today's podcast. Okay, well - it's actually much more intensive and enlightening than that - but let's start talking real. What are you sowing, really? The theme of sowing, reaping and harvest are a constant in the bible. This tells us the concept is important to God. We reap what we sow. Today's verse is from Jesus - he's talking about people willing to win hearts for Christ. We have a huge harvest of people who need God's precious love and salvation. But the workers are few. What kind of seed does God want you to sow? This might be the most important question you've ever asked.
Mon, October 23, 2017
EP32: We have an inheritance. Time to cash in.
Deuteronomy 28:13 13 The Lord will make you the head, not the tail. If you pay attention to the commands of the Lord your God that I give you this day and carefully follow them, you will always be at the top, never at the bottom. This might seem like an interesting verse for a month talking about Spiritual Warfare, but as we wrap up this sometimes uncomfortable, but powerful month, it’s important we realize one very important truth as we go in to battle – we have an incredible inheritance from God. And part of our inheritance? We have the POWER and the AUTHORITY to defeat the enemy. God will make us the head, not the tail. So many times we’re tempted to play victim in the midst of spiritual warfare. Downtrodden, tired, defeated – never catching a break, never happy, always so hopeless. But why? This week's episode wraps up a powerful month and digs deep into why trust is an essential if you want to win every single battle against the enemy. Enjoy!
Mon, October 16, 2017
EP31: Get Your Armor On (and some moxie)
Ephesians 6:10-18 10 Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. 11 Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes. 12 For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms. 13 Therefore put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand. 14 Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, with the breastplate of righteousness in place, 15 and with your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace. 16 In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one. 17 Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. Spiritual attacks are real. But we aren't without hope. Far from it - the armor of God is our weapon. This episode breaks down Ephesians 6:10-18, verse by verse in a podcast that will not only give you hope, but courage, strength and a lot of moxie.
Mon, October 09, 2017
Not today Satan! Spot the strongholds ruining your life
Here are Satan's most favorite strongholds: fear, anxiety, worry, low self-esteem, depression, doubt, suspicion, selfishness, addiction, anger, lust, jealous ... That's just to name a few. Or 11. Why? Because these lies strip us of our ability to be at peace. To be happy. To serve. To love. We can't set out into God's vision for our life when we're afraid, worried and riddled with anxiety. We can't pursue a dream and serve through our gifts if we have low self-esteem, feeling depressed or harboring envy in our hearts. We can't trust God and have faith if we're filled with doubt. We can't have a united loving home if we're consumed with lust, suspicion and selfishness. Catch the theme here? If we don't have peace, if we can't serve people with our gifts, if we can't trust God and have loving, fruitful relationships, then we aren't living, we're merely existing. And people merely existing are no threat to the enemy. Don't give the enemy the satisfaction. Refuse to believe the lies. Fight for your life with everything you've got. The bible says we have the authority to break the bondage of these strongholds, so quit acting like it's hopeless. God is our hope, he's our savior and he gives us everything we need. Not today, Satan!
Mon, October 02, 2017
Nobody puts Baby in a corner: Putting up a fight in spiritual warfare
What are the origins of spiritual warfare? Attacks on our minds, body, family and friends are real - but luckily for us we have a secret weapon. Anna and Susannah share frightening experiences in spiritual warfare, but there's good news in the misery. Let's talk about what it looks like, how the enemy attacks us and how to fight back for our best life and relationship with God. Special thanks to our sponsor HelloFresh! For $30 off your first week of HelloFresh, visit hellofresh.com and enter ASshow30.
Mon, September 25, 2017
The Hidden Blessing Behind Every Crappy Friend
Isaiah 43: 1-5 Do not be afraid, I will save you. I have called you by name - you are mine. When you pass through deep waters, I will be with you; your troubles will not overwhelm you. When you pass through fire, you will not get burned; the hard trials that come will not hurt you. For I am the Lord your God - because you are precious to me and because I love you and give you honor, do not be afraid - I am with you. When we're lonely - when we feel betrayed by friends, misunderstood, all alone, even surrounded by people who are supposed to know us and care for us the most - we can take comfort in knowing Jesus understands the full breadth of what we're experiencing, because he experienced it too. Peter denied knowing him. His disciples fell asleep when he was most vulnerable and in crisis. He was lied about, misunderstood, rejected and scorned. Crappy friends will happen to all of us at some point in our life. Don't despair, pay attention!
Mon, September 18, 2017
Get Yo'Self Some Boundaries, Girl!
Galatians 6:2-7: Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ. If anyone thinks they are something when they are not, they deceive themselves. Each one should test their own actions. Then they can take pride in themselves alone, without comparing themselves to someone else, for each one should carry their own load. Boundaries are a necessary ingredient to healthy, functional friendships. One might even call boundaries Godly. The Bible says to carry each other's burdens - but we need to carry our own load, sister. God wants us to help and love one another, but he wants us to be responsible for our own lives. And when we're in need, he wants us to go to Him first. Not only does carrying other people's load eventually wear us down into the ground, but it also inhibits the other person's growth. We step in as if we're God and take it all upon ourselves. No one benefits when one person is taking on everybody's problems. Instead of one person being a hot mess not everybody's a hot mess! God can't bring us to another level if we're not even pushing our own wheelbarrow - or too busy pushing everybody else's. Get yo'self some boundaries, girl!
Mon, September 11, 2017
Greater Love Has No One Than This ...
John 15:13 - Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends. When you think of a friend, what do you think of? Someone who is loyal? Someone who listens? Someone who laughs at your jokes? (Full disclosure, that's one of my top criteria. I kid! Sort of.) Someone you can trust to burn your private journals after you die? What about cattiness? Betrayal? Gossip? Disappointment? Friendships are complicated. The clash of personalities, mismatched expectations, lack of time or commitment. One person may think the friendship is close while the other thinks it's merely a casual connection. Friends can bring us more comfort and support and joy than our own families. Some friendships can bring us more pain than we can imagine. Friends can be easy breezy and friends can be a lot of hard work. After John 15:13, Jesus goes on to call us His friends. Isn't that amazing? So if Jesus creates the standard of a friend - then what is a friend, really? Oh, this is good. We dig into this and so much more. Enjoy the show! Special thanks to our sponsor RXBAR! Delicious and incredibly nutritious protein bars for kids. Find them at Target stores OR for 25% off your first order, visit RXBAR.com/AandS and enter promo code AandS at checkout.
Mon, September 04, 2017
Will You Be the Wind Beneath My Wings?
The Spice Girls once said said, "If you wanna be my lover, you gotta get with my friends." But what does the Bible say? This month we're talking about friendships and relationships. A seemingly simple topic, but one that is very complex. Friends can bring us a lot of happiness, but also much sorrow. As Bette once said, friends are "the wind beneath our wings." But they can also be an anvil - a detriment to our personal and spiritual growth. Two song references in one paragraph, we're on a roll! What is a good friendship? What's a bad one? What kind of friend does God want us to be? Do we have appropriate boundaries or are we too walled off? This week we're focusing on Romans 1:11-12: I am yearning to see you, that I may impart and share with you some spiritual gift to strengthen and establish you. That is, that we may be mutually encouraged by each other's faith, both yours and mine. Yearning. Mutual encouragement - mutual - encouraged by each other's faith. Do you have a good friend? Are you a good friend? So many questions -but we have enough time! We're going to dig in to so many answers. Enjoy the show!
Mon, August 28, 2017
You Don't Need a Miracle, You Need a Strategy Baby!
Our New Beginnings, if truly a new beginning, is to truly take shape – we need a strategy. In order to achieve His purposes, God doesn’t just recommend a strategy – HE COMMANDS IT. I remember listening to TD Jakes once – he was talking about money and finances. He said, “You don’t need a miracle! You need a strategy!” God is a God of miracles, this is true – but he’s also a God that wants us to use the gifts he’s already given us to be smart and strategize about how we’re going to accomplish what God has set before us. Proverbs 19:21: Many plans are in a man’s mind, but it is the Lord’s purpose for Him that will stand. Let's get smart. Let's get savvy. Let's get it going. But remember, the Holy Spirit must guide us with each step. Come on now! We got God's work to do! Special thanks to our sponsor MyLola.com. LOLA is giving us a mega offer - for 60% - you heard me right 60% OFF your first order, visit mylola.com and enter ASSHOW when you subscribe. Let us know how you like it!
Mon, August 21, 2017
Time to Put on Your Big Girl Undies!
Last week we talked about God's compassion, God's mercy - new each morning. As the sun rises, it's a gift to start, to be renewed - again. The ultimate reset button. This week we're focusing on a verse from 2 Timothy 1:7. For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline. Paul is facing his final days, suffering a particularly brutal experience in prison. His next new beginning will be in heaven. This is an important letter. Paul says, the spirit God gave us does not make us timid. No, quite the opposite. the spirit of God gives us Power. Love. Self-discipline. Timidity is not from God. Fear is not from God. Chaos, flakiness and lack of discipline is not from God. And fear is the number one road block to a new beginning ... Special thanks to Lola.com! Visit MyLola.com and enter AsShow at Checkout for $10 off!
Mon, August 14, 2017
The Ultimate "Reset" Button
You know what's amazing? No matter how disappointing the day is, no matter the terrible news. No matter how grumpy or ugly you might have been to someone you love or even hate. No matter the mistake or mischief we got ourselves into. No matter how we may have fallen short from the glory of God - there is something we all do, every night, naturally - that's the ultimate RESET button. Ready for it? Going to bed. The sun will rise again in the morning! Listen to what Jeremiah says about this: Lamentations 3:22-24 Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness. I say to myself, “The Lord is my portion; therefore I will wait for him.” God's tender, loving compassion, God's grace - is new EVERY SINGLE MORNING. Not a year from now, not a week from now - not in two days. Every. Morning. Don't throw in the towel, just hold on. Wait for Him. Cry out to God in your pillow if you must - but know this: God's compassion never fails - they will be made NEW in the morning. Special thanks to our sponser Rover! For $25 off your first booking, visit rover.com/aands and use promo code aands during checkout!
Mon, August 07, 2017
Prune & Bloom! It's Your Time for a New Beginning
New beginnings. They can be hard. Scary. Intimidating. A new beginning means we have to shed the past. Past trauma, past fear, past hurts, past guilt, past non-sense. Our old self, old sins, old habits, old low self-esteem. This is our time for renewal. But in order for God to renew us, we must be able to shed our old inhibiting thoughts, shame, guilt nasty habits and dysfunctional relationships. This is easier said than done, though right? How do we start? Where do we begin? We talk about this and so much more as we focus on this week's verse: Isaiah 43:18-19 Remember not the former things, nor consider the things of old. Behold, I am doing a new thing; now it springs forth, do you not perceive it? I will make a way in the wilderness and rivers in the desert.
Wed, August 02, 2017
Let's Talk About Sin, Baby, Let's Talk About You and Me
Unconditional love. Forgiveness. There's nothing we can do that would make God turn from us, not forgive us and not love us. Forgiveness - the most incredible gift God can give, and one of the easiest to take for granted. Do we truly grieve over our sins as we should? Today's verse we focus is on is in Ezra so you know we're about to get serious! Ezra 9:6 5 Then, at the evening sacrifice, I rose from my self-abasement, with my tunic and cloak torn, and fell on my knees with my hands spread out to the Lord my God and prayed: “I am too ashamed and disgraced, my God, to lift up my face to you, because our sins are higher than our heads and our guilt has reached to the heavens.7 From the days of our ancestors until now, our guilt has been great. Because of our sins, we and our kings and our priests have been subjected to the sword and captivity, to pillage and humiliation at the hand of foreign kings, as it is today. Ezra showed a sincere and powerful reverence, humility and remorse for his sin. We don't have to do this. We're already forgiven. But if we are tempted to take sin lightly, perhaps its more a revelation of how we feel about God, our love for Him and how or if we actually revere Him. Something important to think about, eh? Special thanks to our partners HelloFresh. We can’t recommend HelloFresh enough. And guess what, they’re now offering lighter summer and breakfast options - and you’re paying less than $10 per meal. CRAZY TALK! So here’s what you’re gonna do - For $30 off your first week of HelloFresh, visit hellofresh.com and enter ASshow30 - You won't regret it!
Wed, July 26, 2017
The Consequence of Fear
There are many, MANY passages in the Bible that tell us not to fear. Fear is not from God, it's from ... guess who? Get behind me Satan! Fear can quite literally ruin our lives. Fear causes us to hoard, to hide. Fear causes us to quit. To never start. Fear causes us to go inward, to recede. Fear causes us to be over protective and by doing so, causes us to miss amazing opportunities and experiences. That is not the kind of life God has called us to live. He can't use us through His purpose for our life when we're a mess, hiding and untrusting. Anna and Susannah talk about our most debilitating fears and God's promises that have helped us overcome them. Fear is a choice. But in the moment, we're called to face it. Walk through it, and trust God anyway. Amen! This week's verse we're focusing on is Joshua 10:25: Fear not nor be dismayed; be strong and of good courage.
Wed, July 19, 2017
Episode 18: Serve (and dance) Like No One's Watching! (Because God is, so ...)
When I was a teenager, I worked at ShopKo, a department store. I was a cashier, and I was terrible. I mean, I can run toilet paper over a barcode like the next kid, but I hated being there so much that it oozed from my pores. I kid you not, people avoided my line because of the look on my face. You know the term "resting b**** face?" Well I have that naturally already, but add me preferring a root canal to being a cashier in that moment, and people were holding their children tight and running their carts over to Beth, the older cashier with a warm smile, and unlike me, didn't have a stick up her butt. The Bible says we need to serve God in all things we do, cheerfully - at that. Colossians 3:23: Whatever may be your task, work at it heartily (from the soul), as something done for the Lord and not for men. Have you ever signed up to bring the scones to church on Sunday then complain you gotta get there early? Or go to work all grumpy and nasty and bored? Just me? Listen, we're not working for men. We're working for God! How would our lives change if we gave every task at hand all of our heart, our energy, our focus? What if we gave it 110%, every single time? I suspect for many of us, our lives would change dramatically. Our relationships would change dramatically, and God could finally use us for His higher purpose because we actually ... wait for it ... care! Special thanks to our sponsor Jet.com! For 20% off your first 2 orders over $35, visit jet.com and enter promo code ASshow at checkout! Terms & conditions apply see jet.com for details. Again - For 20% off your first 2 orders over $35, visit jet.com and enter promo code ASshow at checkout! Terms & conditions apply see jet.com for details.
Wed, July 12, 2017
Say Whaaat? (speak it like it exists (because it does)
Abraham was an old man with a barren wife. Not George Clooney old, like Ross Perot old (is Ross Perot still alive? Let me Google it...) Two huge obstacles to, you know, having a baby. Plus, there was no back then - probably just some ginger root or something that the town mid-wife would recommend and Abraham would chew on that for awhile and just get heart burn and no baby. But, his faith. Wowza. Romans 4:17 says he was so full of faith of God's promise, that he spoke his blessing as if it already existed. This week's verses are Romans 4:17 - 21: 17 As it is written: “I have made you a father of many nations.”[a] He is our father in the sight of God, in whom he believed—the God who gives life to the dead and calls into being things that were not. Are you speaking God's promise into your life? Or are you so down, so negative, so doubtful, you're speaking curses? Speak as if it already exists. You don't hope you'll become CEO. You ARE the CEO. Don't hope you lose 50 pounds, YOU ARE 145 pounds, right now! Be like Abraham! Be bold with your faith, speak it into existence and see what happens next. It might just be a miracle. Special thanks to our sponsor, Rover. Rover is the nation’s largest network of 5-star pet sitters and dog walkers. Through Rover, pet parents can discover, book, and manage personalized care for their dogs including pet sitting, dog walking, in-home dog boarding, and doggy day care. For $25 off your first booking, visit rover.com/AandS and use promo code AandS during checkout.
Wed, July 05, 2017
Don't Be Lonely. Seriously. Cut it out.
We weren't created to be lonely. We were created for friendship, love - and fellowship. Goin' at anything alone is a rough road, but trying to go down the spiritual road alone can be boring to downright dangerous. We need each other! Anna and Susannah talk about their times of loneliness and how seeking fellowship has changed the game and their lives. They also have a big announcement centered around Ecclesiastes 4:9 - Join our Word Up Bible Study Club, y'all! Memberships sign-ups start August 1st! Go here to learn more >> http://annaandsusannahshow.com/join This week's verse, Ecclesiastes 4:9 Amplified: Two are better than one because they have a good reward for their labor, for if they fall, the one will lift up his fellow. But woe to him who is alone when he falls and has not another to lift him up!
Wed, June 28, 2017
Where's My Frickin' Blessin'?!
We have been put here for a reason, for a purpose - and trust - there is more than enough to go around! Just because we perceive someone has it better doesn’t mean they do - and it doesn't mean we don't have enough. Many rich “successful” people are miserable and lonely. The grass my be less stressful in some areas, but it isn’t greener. If we're faithful and joyful and seek God with all our heart and if we actually SHOW UP and do the work, our time will come and in the end, the suffering and "living without" will all make sense. Until then, can we rejoice with what we have? Also, Susannah recently discovered there was an actual hate group created just to talk crap about her. Her response to the hate is perfect. Join us as we focus on Ecclesiastes 4:4 (Amplified) Then I saw that all painful effort in labor and all skill in work comes form man's rivalry with his neighbor. This is also vanity, a vain striving after the wine and a feeding a on it. Special thanks to our partners HelloFresh. We can’t recommend HelloFresh enough. And guess what, they’re now offering lighter summer and breakfast options - and you’re paying less than $10 per meal. CRAZY TALK! So here’s what you’re gonna do - For $30 off your first week of HelloFresh, visit hellofresh.com and enter ASshow30 - You won't regret it!
Thu, June 22, 2017
Expect to Get Way More than You Can Handle
Anna's neighborhood was hit by a tornado and it pushes her to the limit (actually, the tornado was bad, but sharing a studio hotel room with her two small children is was did her in). God never says we won't get more than we can handle in this life, but he does promise to give us the strength and patience to survive all temptations and trial. This week we focus on 1 Corinthians 10:13: No temptation [regardless of its source] has overtaken or enticed you that is not common to human experience [nor is any temptation unusual or beyond human resistance]; but God is faithful [to His word—He is compassionate and trustworthy], and He will not let you be tempted beyond your ability [to resist], but along with the temptation He [has in the past and is now and] will [always] provide the way out as well, so that you will be able to endure it [without yielding, and will overcome temptation with joy]. Also, a special thank you to our sponsor BarkBox! Dog owners, tell me you know about BarkBox. What is it? Well, let me tell you. For humans, BarkBox is a delivery of 4 to 6 natural treats and super fun toys. To get a FREE EXTRA MONTH of Barkbox, visit barkbox.com/ASshow when you subscribe to 6 or 12 month plan! Your dogs can thank us later.
Wed, June 14, 2017
Don't You Give Up! (Nah, Nah, Nah)
Don't you dare give up! Anna and Susannah talk about the temptations of giving up and how to combat it and take the challenges of moving forward head on. Often times when we're close to seeing progress or capturing what we've been trying to acheive, we'll be met with a lot of resistance. This is the most tempting time to quit, but it is the worst time to quit! (Also relevant: when you should give up.) This week we focus on Galatians 6:9: And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up. Special thanks to our sponsor Jet.com! What is Jet? Jet is a shopping site that makes it easy to save money on the stuff you buy all the time. They have almost everything you need with free shipping on orders over $35. The best part - 2 day delivery on thousands of everyday essentials with no membership or annual fees. Now we got a little something just for you - for 20% off your first 2 orders over $35, visit Jet.com and enter promo code ASShow at checkout - that’s A as in Anna, S as in Susannah Show. Again, for 20% off your first 2 orders over $35, visit Jet.com and enter promo code ASShow at checkout.
Wed, June 07, 2017
Be Consumed with This (Hint: It ain't Kanye)
We're just passing through our own little nuggets of time on earth. Think about that for a second. This life is SHORT. It's extremely easy to become obsessed with things of zero value and meaning. This obsession can in turn strip us from happy lives and take our time and our money. Just ask Anna who refuses to admit binging on Mariah Carey's new reality show. Don't let the world consume you, be consumed with God and His love! This week we look at 1 John 2:15: Do not love the world or the things in the world. If anyone loves the world, the love of the Father is not in him. Special thanks to our partners HelloFresh. We can’t recommend HelloFresh enough. And guess what, they’re now offering lighter summer and breakfast options - and you’re paying less than $10 per meal. CRAZY TALK! So here’s what you’re gonna do - For $30 off your first week of HelloFresh, visit hellofresh.com and enter ASshow30 - You won't regret it! Follow us on Facebook! Subscrib on iTunes: http://bit.ly/AnnaSusannahShowSUBSCRIBE The Anna and Susannah Show: http://bit.ly/fbAandSShow HaHas for HooHas by Anna Lind Thomas: http://bit.ly/FBHooHas Whoa Susannah: http://bit.ly/FBWhoaS
Wed, May 31, 2017
Naughty By Nature: the dreaded humble brag and the true meaning of generosity
Anna's "renewed" spirit has been tested daily by her toddler, Susannah discusses the dreaded humble brag and the duo talk about God's real expectations of generosity. Follow along this week as we focus on Matthew 6:2-4 The Message - 2-4 “When you do something for someone else, don’t call attention to yourself. You’ve seen them in action, I’m sure—‘playactors’ I call them—treating prayer meeting and street corner alike as a stage, acting compassionate as long as someone is watching, playing to the crowds. They get applause, true, but that’s all they get. When you help someone out, don’t think about how it looks. Just do it—quietly and unobtrusively. That is the way your God, who conceived you in love, working behind the scenes, helps you out. In the show, Anna talks about her new pregnancy Facebook group, The Pregnancy Chronicankles: A Hilarious Pregnancy Group. If you're pregnant or know someone who is, come join us here! Also, if you haven't already, go to Amazon and purchase Susannah's new book Unfortunate Ursula Underwood on Amazon!
Wed, May 24, 2017
A renewed you never looked so good
Anna and Susannah talk about the beauty and wonder of transforming into our purpose and the women we're supposed to become. Also? Hilarious technical issues ensue! Also, a special thank you to our sponsor BarkBox! Dog owners, tell me you know about BarkBox. What is it? Well, let me tell you. For humans, BarkBox is a delivery of 4 to 6 natural treats and super fun toys. To get a FREE EXTRA MONTH of Barkbox, visit barkbox.com/ASshow when you subscribe to 6 or 12 month plan! Your dogs can thank us later.' Follow us on Facebook and Subscribe! Subscribe on iTunes: http://bit.ly/AnnaSusannahShowSUBSCRIBE The Anna and Susannah Show: http://bit.ly/fbAandSShow HaHas for HooHas: http://bit.ly/FBHooHas Whoa Susannah: http://bit.ly/FBWhoaS Anna Lind Thomas: http://bit.ly/FBAnnaLThomas
Wed, May 10, 2017
Get one. Then, be one.
The power of women helping women through mentorship and friendship can't be overstated, but it can go wrong. Or at the very least, get weird. Mentor other women, as others have mentored you, but remember to go to the throne, not the phone. We focus on a few verses on mentorship, discipleship and wisdom: Ruth 1:16 "Where you go, I'll go. Where you stay, I'll stay" - to Naomi, her life coach and mentor. In Titus 2:4 Paul tells the older women to train the younger women and in Proverbs 19:20 "Listen to advice and accept instruction and in the end you will be wise." Special thanks to our sponsor StoryWorth! StoryWorth makes it easy and fun for loved ones to share stories with their family every week. At the end of the year, the stories will be bound in a beautiful hardcover book. Strengthen your bond as you get to know them in a whole new way - the perfect gift for Mother's Day! Go now to storyworth.com/ASshow for $20 off! Follow us on Facebook! The Anna and Susannah Show: http://bit.ly/fbAandSShow HaHas for HooHas: http://bit.ly/FBHooHas Whoa Susannah: http://bit.ly/FBWhoaS Anna Lind Thomas: http://bit.ly /FBAnnaLThomas
Wed, May 03, 2017
When Crap Hits the Fan, Consider Yourself ... Lucky?
Susannah embarrasses herself on local TV and Anna embarrasses herself at an office party. Pretty much par for the course. Then the duo dives in to James 1:2-8. Are obstacles disguised blessings? What do we do when we don't know what to do? Plus, they discuss how easy it is to flee from our own lives, miss the present moment and seek comfort and distraction in everything - but God. And why this backfires, sometimes in big ways. Special thanks to our sponsor StoryWorth! StoryWorth makes it easy and fun for loved ones to share stories with their family every week. At the end of the year, the stories will be bound in a beautiful hardcover book. Strengthen your bond as you get to know them in a whole new way - the perfect gift for Mother's Day! Go now to storyworth.com/ASshow for $20 off! Also, Anna references a book in the podcast called Women, Food and God by Geneen Roth and promised to put the correct title in the notes. Here it is! Follow us on Facebook! The Anna and Susannah Show: http://bit.ly/fbAandSShow HaHas for HooHas: http://bit.ly/FBHooHas Whoa Susannah: http://bit.ly/FBWhoaS Anna Lind Thomas: http://bit.ly/FBAnnaLThomas
Wed, April 26, 2017
Oh, Hell No (literally)! Let it go!
Anna is getting tested at all angles and the verses over the past few weeks have never been so prevalent in her life. She opens up recent hardships that she was able to get through thanks to God's promises. Then Susannah and Anna dive in to James 1:21 - 22 - listening to the Word isn't enough. Do what it says! Special thanks to our sponsor Jet.com! Jet.com has nearly everything you could possibly need from groceries to even furniture. Fast free shipping for orders over $35, no membership fees and a vast selection of products. You never have to leave your couch shopping for household items again! For being our very special listener - we have a code to use - JUST FOR YOU - to save $10 off your first 3 orders. Visit Jet.com and enter promo code ASshow. Hooray, free money!
Wed, April 19, 2017
The Power of Hot Cross Buns. And Prayer. Mostly Prayer.
Anna and Susannah talk about the life altering power of prayer while discussing James 5:16. We share our favorite verses to pray over our children and Anna considers divorce as she and her daughter continually trip over her husband's gigantic freak feet. A special thank you to our sponsors! Try Warby Parker's Free Home Try-On program. Order 5 pairs of glasses, and try them on for 5 days -- there is no obligation to buy! Ships free and includes a pre-paid return shipping label. Head to warbyparker.com/ASshow to order your free Home Try-On’s today. If you have a daughter or young niece, please check out Lola First Period Kit! For $10 off your first LOLA purchase (first period kit OR subscription) visit mylola.com and enter ASshow at checkout! Follow us on Facebook! The Anna and Susannah Show: http://bit.ly/fbAandSShow HaHas for HooHas: http://bit.ly/FBHooHas Whoa Susannah: http://bit.ly/FBWhoaS Anna Lind Thomas: http://bit.ly/FBAnnaLThomas
Wed, April 12, 2017
Forgive it and quit it
Why is forgiveness so hard? Anna, the master of sweet revenge and bitterness wants to know. The duo talks about why it's essential to a happy life no matter how hard it is to do and use Ephesians 4:31-32 as their guide: Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, brawling and slander, along with every form of malice. Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you. Special thanks to our sponsor, Care.com! Special offer just for you - save 30% off a Care.com Premium membership—and receive a $15 credit that you can use toward paying your caregiver when you use Care.com’s convenient payment platform, visit Care.com/ASSHOW when you subscribe! Follow us on Facebook! The Anna and Susannah Show: http://bit.ly/fbAandSShow HaHas for HooHas: http://bit.ly/FBHooHas Whoa Susannah: http://bit.ly/FBWhoaS Anna Lind Thomas: http://bit.ly/FBAnnaLThomas
Wed, April 05, 2017
Haters gonna hate - but we got Jesus so ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
Anna and Susannah talk about Romans 8:31 "If God is for us, who can be against us?" When we're attacked - emotionally, physically, spiritually - it's easy to despair. When you love sweet revenge (like Anna), you don't have to waste your precious joy and time with plots and schemes. A funny, sincere look at what to do if someone puts baby in a corner. Also, today's podcast has been sponsored by Casper Mattress. You guys really need to look Casper up, they’re so cool. First - they sell directly to consumers cutting out the middle man and giving us incredible prices. Second, they deliver it right to you, shipping is free to US and Canada, and deliver it in a small box that makes you like, “How the heck did they do that?!” They’re designed, developed and assembled right here in the US and obsessively engineered at a shockingly fair price. They have that amazing memory foam I love to create an award winning sleep surface. The sink and bounce on these puppies is JUST RIGHT. And I’m not the only one who feels this way, Casper has over 20,000 reviews with an average of 4.8 stars making them soon to be the Internet’s favorite mattress. So here’s what we’re gonna do - with the special code I’m about to give you - we’re all gonna try Casper for 100 nights risk free in our own home. If we don’t love it, we’ll have them pick up the mattress and give us full refunds. I mean, it doesn’t get better than that. So, to get our $50 off toward ANY mattress, we’re gonna visit www.casper.com /ASSHOW and use promo code ASshow. Let me know how much you love it!
Wed, March 29, 2017
What are you thinking? The answer could change everything.
Anna and Susannah talk about Proverbs 23:7. Ruh roh. The Bibles says we are our thoughts. So what does this mean? Do our thoughts really affect our lives? We say yes and we share our personal stories as proof. Proverbs 23:7 "For he thinks in his heart, so is he." If we want to walk in victory and succeed, our minds have to align with that. Positive minds produce positive lives. Positive minds are full of faith and hope. Negative minds are fearful and doubtful. So, what you think will be! Follow us on Facebook! The Anna and Susannah Show: http://bit.ly/fbAandSShow HaHas for HooHas: http://bit.ly/FBHooHas Whoa Susannah: http://bit.ly/FBWhoaS Anna Lind Thomas: http://bit.ly/FBAnnaLThomas
Wed, March 22, 2017
Being scared is normal. Do it anyway. How to show up with POWER.
Anna and Susannah talk about 2nd Timothy 1:7 for this week's podcast: "For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline." Being scared it normal. Do it anyway. How to be bold, courageous and disciplined. Show up with power! Then laugh and laugh as this "bible study" goes off the rails when we talk about soul singer Aliyaah's sexual song that had a baby cooing in the background. Awkward! Follow us on Facebook! The Anna and Susannah Show: http://bit.ly/fbAandSShow HaHas for HooHas: http://bit.ly/FBHooHas Whoa Susannah: http://bit.ly/FBWhoaS Anna Lind Thomas: http://bit.ly/FBAnnaLThomas
Wed, March 15, 2017
Something so simple that can change your relationships forever
Anna and Susannah are back this week, with a new revamped show! Think of it as a bible study that goes waaaaay off the rails. This week we talk about a simple verse that can dramatically change your relationships forever. After listening to the episode, we'd love to hear your response and experiences to our challenge. Please share this podcast with your friends or people who you think could use a good laugh and a good word!
Wed, March 01, 2017
It's our Kid's Fault: This is Why We're Nuts
Anna and Susannah talk about all the wonderful ways our kids have made us certifiably insane. We also talk about those times we've completely lost our cool and how to learn and from it. For the amazing offer from HelloFresh, visit hellofresh.com and enter ASShow when you subscribe for $35 off your first week of deliveries. Seriously. Do it. It’s a life changer. Follow us on Facebook! The Anna and Susannah Show: http://bit.ly/fbAandSShow HaHas for HooHas: http://bit.ly/FBHooHas Whoa Susannah: http://bit.ly/FBWhoaS Anna Lind Thomas: http://bit.ly/FBAnnaLThomas
Wed, February 22, 2017
The Most Hilarious "Sick" Stories from Anna, Susannah and Fans
Anna and her family get the stomach flu and all hell breaks loose - literally. Then Anna and Susannah ask the fans for their most hilarious sick stories and they don't disappoint. Susannah also reminices about her whole family getting scabies - that was a real treat. Then, later in the episode the two talk about slowing down and why a day of rest may be the most important decision you ever make. Follow us on Facebook! The Anna and Susannah Show: http://bit.ly/fbAandSShow HaHas for HooHas: http://bit.ly/FBHooHas Whoa Susannah: http://bit.ly/FBWhoaS Anna Lind Thomas: http://bit.ly/FBAnnaLThomas
Wed, February 15, 2017
Valentine's Day stories and incredible gift fails
Straight off their Live Chat on FB, Anna and Susannah talk about hilarious Valentine's Day stories like old boyfriends buying late gifts off the clearance section and incredible gift fails - like 6 ft tall teddy bears and "sexy" footy pajamas with hoods. Follow us on Facebook! The Anna and Susannah Show: http://bit.ly/fbAandSShow HaHas for HooHas: http://bit.ly/FBHooHas Whoa Susannah: http://bit.ly/FBWhoaS Anna Lind Thomas: http://bit.ly/FBAnnaLThomas
Wed, February 08, 2017
Motherhood - is this all there is to life?!
If we're moms, is motherhood our "life's purpose?" What if it leaves us feeling us empty inside - does that make us bad moms? What if the Internet is skewing our perception of motherhood altogether? Anna and Susannah tackle these questions and more. Also, today's podcast has been sponsored by Casper Mattress. You guys really need to look Casper up, they’re so cool. First - they sell directly to consumers cutting out the middle man and giving us incredible prices. Second, they deliver it right to you, shipping is free to US and Canada, and deliver it in a small box that makes you like, “How the heck did they do that?!” They’re designed, developed and assembled right here in the US and obsessively engineered at a shockingly fair price. They have that amazing memory foam I love to create an award winning sleep surface. The sink and bounce on these puppies is JUST RIGHT. And I’m not the only one who feels this way, Casper has over 20,000 reviews with an average of 4.8 stars making them soon to be the Internet’s favorite mattress. So here’s what we’re gonna do - with the special code I’m about to give you - we’re all gonna try Casper for 100 nights risk free in our own home. If we don’t love it, we’ll have them pick up the mattress and give us full refunds. I mean, it doesn’t get better than that. So, to get our $50 off toward ANY mattress, we’re gonna visit www.casper.com/ASSHOW and use promo code ASshow. Let me know how much you love it! Follow us on Facebook! The Anna and Susannah Show: http://bit.ly/fbAandSShow HaHas for HooHas: http://bit.ly/FBHooHas Whoa Susannah: http://bit.ly/FBWhoaS Anna Lind Thomas: http://bit.ly/FBAnnaLThomas
Wed, February 01, 2017
Crappy Friends: Who to drop, who to keep and why it can change your life forever
Anna and Susannah talk about friendships and share some real doozies of betrayals and nonsense at the hands of other women. We also talk about how being lonely may be the best thing to ever happen to you. For the amazing offer from HelloFresh, visit hellofresh.com and enter ASShow when you subscribe for $35 off your first week of deliveries. Seriously. Do it. It’s a life changer. Follow us on Facebook! The Anna and Susannah Show: http://bit.ly /fbAandSShow / HaHas for HooHas: http://bit.ly /FBHooHas / Whoa Susannah: http://bit.ly /FBWhoaS / Anna Lind Thomas: http://bit.ly/FBAnnaLThomas Please subscribe via iTunes or your podcast app. If you love the show, please remember to rate and review!
Wed, January 25, 2017
Our deepest disappointments and how to walk through it
Susannah shares a story of struggle, hardship and disappointment. They discuss this typical topic with humor and compassion. So many of us can relate through our own shared hurts. Listen and be inspired! Follow us on Facebook! The Anna and Susannah Show: http://bit.ly/fbAandSShow HaHas for HooHas: http://bit.ly/FBHooHas Whoa Susannah: http://bit.ly/FBWhoaS Anna Lind Thomas: http://bit.ly/FBAnnaLThomas
Wed, January 18, 2017
Stories of people with the WORST manners (plus our favorite pet peeves)
Anna and Susannah share stories encountering people with the worst manners and naturally move forward in to our favorite pet peeves. Listen up, this one is for all of us!! Follow us on Facebook! The Anna and Susannah Show: http://bit.ly/fbAandSShow HaHas for HooHas: http://bit.ly/FBHooHas Whoa Susannah: http://bit.ly/FBWhoaS Anna Lind Thomas: http://bit.ly/FBAnnaLThomas
Wed, January 11, 2017
I've been unfriended! Facebook's hilarious betrayals
Anna Lind Thomas and Susannah Lewis talk about the politics of Facebook and share their sad (but pretty hilarious) stories of being unfriended. Ever had someone "read" your message and then not return it? Oh, it burns! IT BURNS! Laugh with them as they relay their most embarrassing Facebook tragedies. This episode has been sponsored by our good friends at TeachByMe.com. TeachByMe is a subscription service that makes you the top educator of your child. They offer personalized lesson plans, homework solutions, long term goal planning - all a text message away. Get 20% off your first month by using the code ASShow when you subscribe. Do it now! You'll love it! Follow us on Facebook! The Anna and Susannah Show: http://bit.ly/fbAandSShow HaHas for HooHas: http://bit.ly/FBHooHas Whoa Susannah: http://bit.ly/FBWhoaS Anna Lind Thomas: http://bit.ly/FBAnnaLThomas
Wed, January 04, 2017
Mariah's not on fire and Susannah Gets Scammed
Anna and Susannah have a hilarious holiday recap including Mariah Carey's epic New Years Ever fail and Susannah gets scammed by a man she lets into her house. Anna turns down children at her door awkwardly. Also, how to say no to solicitors - the wrong way. For the amazing offer from HelloFresh, visit hellofresh.com and enter ASShow when you subscribe for $35 off your first week of deliveries. Seriously. Do it. It’s a life changer. Follow us on Facebook! The Anna and Susannah Show: http://bit.ly/fbAandSShow HaHas for HooHas: http://bit.ly/FBHooHas Whoa Susannah: http://bit.ly/FBWhoaS Anna Lind Thomas: http://bit.ly/FBAnnaLThomas
Wed, December 28, 2016
Christmas Flops, Rolls, Regrets and NY Resolutions
Anna and Susannah discuss their Christmas, including some flops, "rolls" and regrets. They also ponder if being in a same sex relationship with a person of a similar size is a bonus because you double your closet - or is that a recipe for disaster? Then, their NY resolutions. Buckle up, it might be our funniest podcast yet!
Fri, December 23, 2016
Christmas isn't always so jolly, for the following reasons ...
Anna and Susannah talk about the many things that can make Christmas not so jolly, like bad gifts and trying to buy presents for people who share your bank account. Also, Anna just discovered she had hooded eyes and Susannah starts a GoFund me for her wart. Follow us! @AnnaLindThomas @HaHasforHooHas and @WhoaSusannah
Wed, December 14, 2016
Bald-face lies we tell our kids (and other people we love)
Anna and Susannah share all the lies the throw at their kids. And husbands. And other loved ones. Is it a sin or is it a survival mechanism? Who cares? WE HAVE TO OR OUR LIVES ARE RUINED.
Wed, December 07, 2016
Our Craziest, Most Embarrassing Moments
Anna and Susannah share their most embarrassing moments and also share stories from our listeners. Susannah gets into a girl fight and Anna talks about driving off with the gas nozzle stuck in her tank. Plus lots, lots more. Cringe and laugh with us FOREVER! Follow us @annalindthomas @whoasusannah and @hahasforhoohas. Make sure to follow us on facebook! https://www.facebook.com/AnnaSusannahShow/
Wed, November 30, 2016
Guilty pleasures too embarrassing to admit (but we do anyway)
Anna and Susannah talk about their most embarrassing guilty pleasures and it gets hilariously weird. Follow us on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AnnaSusannahShow/
Wed, November 23, 2016
Scientifically Proven Opinion Based Reasons Why You Must Avoid Black Friday
Anna and Susannah talk about all the horrible things that can happen while shopping on Black Friday. Relate, laugh, enjoy. The Anna and Susannah show is a HaHas for HooHas production. Follow us on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/AnnaSusannahShow/ And at HaHas for HooHas, Anna Lind Thomas and Whoa Susannah
Wed, November 16, 2016
Our Greatest Fears, Including Garth Brook's Alter Ego Chris Gaines
Anna and Susannah talk and laugh about their greatest fears, including Susannah's dog's biggest sins, the Chris Gaines "nightmare" and more. Follow us on Facebook @ The Anna and Susannah Show, HaHas for HooHas, Whoa Susannah and Anna Lind Thomas The Anna and Susannah Show is a HaHas for HooHas production.
Wed, November 09, 2016
Hilarious yet Cringeworthy Thanksgiving Fails
Anna and Susannah talk Thanksgiving fails and share hilarious stories form our listeners. Follow us on Facebook for the latest updates and calls for participation in our podcast! https://www.facebook.com/AnnaSusannahShow
Wed, November 02, 2016
The Walking Dead is Dead to Us. Almost. Plus, Anna Has a Baby!
Anna and Susannah talk about the season premier of The Walking Dead. Long story short - just stop TWD. JUST STOP. Plus, Anna talks about an epidural mishap while having her baby! Follow us on Facebook, The Anna and Susannah Show
Wed, October 26, 2016
Our "Hip Hop" Vs. Our Kids "Hip Hoe"
Anna and Susannah talk about the Hip Hop we listened to growing up compared to the Hip Hoe our kids are listening to. And we judge it, like a couple of old ladies. Susannah recently chaparoned an elementary school dance and things got real with DJ. We break down the classics, Salt N Peppa, Biggie, etc. to today's music - and it's hilarious. PLUS! Anna's pregnancy - down to the bitter end! Subscribe via iTunes or your podcast app. If you love the show, please remember to rate and review! Follow us @AnnaSusannahShow and on Facebook The Anna and Susannah Show!
Thu, September 08, 2016
Big (and small) Boob Problems and Our Most Traumatizing Moments
Anna Lind Thomas and Susannah Lewis talk about big (and small) boob problems and how these issues have continuously traumatized us over the years. Plus, we discuss in horror TLC's My Strange Sex Addiction and the biggest reason Anna refuses to be on Survivor.
Fri, September 02, 2016
Poopocalypse 2016 and Other Horrific Tales of Kids Wrecking Yo House
Anna Lind Thomas shares a hilarious story that still leaves her traumatized. Susannah chimed in, and let's just say - it's a cringeworthy, laugh out loud episode. Dogs and kids are two very specific reasons why you'll never have nice things again. Ever.
Tue, August 23, 2016
The Surprising Healing Power of Laughing
Anna Lind Thomas and co-host Susannah Lewis talk about the healing powers of laughter. Anna shares her own experience with fans whose lives were literally saved by a big belly laugh. Also, anecdotes on why we're better off laughing at something than being pissed about it. Plus we share some hilarious family stories that get us out of a funk REAL quick! Enjoy!
Tue, August 16, 2016
How To Survive Back To School and Being Tall AF
We're Back for Season Two of the HaHas for HooHas Podcast y'all! Host Anna Lind Thomas and Co-Host Susannah Lewis talk back to school, being tall AF and Susannah's new witty mystery novel, Suspicion on Sugar Creek. Susannah is also giving away a free copy - sign up here to win!
Tue, June 28, 2016
Signs Mama's Losing it this Summer
Host Anna Lind Thomas and co-host Susannah Lewis talk about signs a mother is about to lose her crap this summer. Plus, why pregnant summers suck and Susannah unwillingly reveals her secrets. Please SUBSCRIBE to this Podcast on iTunes! If you have a smart phone, you probably have an app all ready to go. I listen to my favorite Podcasts when I'm working in my office, doing chores or driving around town - you can listen to my voice all day!! HUZZAH!
Thu, June 16, 2016
Movers, My Marital Drawer and Dear God, Even My Parents
Host Anna Lind Thomas tells Susannah Lewis of Whoa Susannah the story of the most humiliating thing to happen to her since her #fartstory. It involves movers, her marital drawer filled with "sexy personal items" and dear God, her parents. Anna then chats with Kim Rosas of Put a Cup in It about menstrual cups, how they work and whether or not it will leave women looking like murder vicitims on their morning commute (hint: they don't).
Sat, June 11, 2016
Chewbacca Woman, the Kroger Video and the Most Bizarre Couple on Facebook
Host Anna Lind Thomas and co-host Susannah Lewis share their thoughts about the Chewbacca woman's crazy viral success, Susannah's viral Kroger video (she get a lifetime supply of orange juice!) and the most bizarre couple on the Internet - The Rockin' Matthies. Follow us @hahasforhoohas @annalindthomas!
Mon, May 23, 2016
The Time I Almost Died Part 2: Lost in the Redwoods
Host Anna Lind Thomas shares a hilarious, nail biting story about the time she was lost in the Redwood forest with her best friend, Jen. It's one of those stories that are hard to believe, except it's so crazy it can't be made up. Anna and Jen go on what they think is a relaxed trail through the Redwoods, but quickly find themselves lost, losing sunlight and suspect they're being followed by a large man eating animal. Part 1 was last week's episode, saddle up for Part 2! Today's podcast has been sponsored by ThriveMarket.com. To get the very best foods and support the HaHas for HooHas Podcast, please go to thrivemarket.com/hahasforhoohas to get your free jar of nutiva coconut oil plus 30 days to try Thrive out. Or use the code DHWPRDESXO.
Tue, May 17, 2016
The Time I Almost Died: Lost in the Redwood Forest Part 1!
Host Anna Lind Thomas shares a hilarious, nail biting story about the time she was lost in the Redwood forest with her best friend, Jen. It's one of those stories that are hard to believe, except it's so crazy it can't be made up. Anna and Jen go on what they think is a relaxed trail through the Redwoods, but quickly find themselves lost, losing sunlight and suspect they're being followed by a large man eating animal. It will have you going crazy for Part 2! We're also excited to announce today's podcast has been sponsored by ThriveMarket.com. We all know that eating healthy is a part of becoming a better person, but if you’re finding the organic and non-toxic products too expensive or hard to find, then ThriveMarket.com, the healthy online shopping club is your solution. Like the Costco meets Whole Foods for everything healthy online, you’ll get the best organic and non-gmo brands up to 50% off retail prices, shipped nationally to your door for free within 2 to 3 days! You never have to pay full price for healthy food again. To get the very best foods and support the HaHas for HooHas Podcast, please go to thrivemarket.com/hahasforhoohas to get your free jar of nutiva coconut oil plus 30 days to try Thrive out. Or use the code DHWPRDESXO.
Thu, May 05, 2016
How to Not Calm a Child on a Plane with Johanna Stein
Host Anna Lind Thomas talks with humor writer Johanna Stein about her book "How to Not Calm a Child on a Plane." We also talk about our hilarious birth stories, a joke Johanna tried to play with her placenta, unintended insults from our children and so much more. This is a CAN NOT miss episode! Also, Johanna is giving away TWO books to two of our fans. You can sign up for this giveaway at http://bit.ly/PodcastJohanna . I'm also excited to announce today's podcast has been sponsored by ThriveMarket.com. We all know that eating healthy is a part of becoming a better person, but if you’re finding the organic and non-toxic products too expensive or hard to find, then ThriveMarket.com, the healthy online shopping club is your solution. Like the Costco meets Whole Foods for everything healthy online, you’ll get the best organic and non-gmo brands up to 50% off retail prices, shipped nationally to your door for free within 2 to 3 days! You never have to pay full price for healthy food again. To get the very best foods and support the HaHas for HooHas Podcast, please go to thrivemarket.com/hahasforhoohas to get your free jar of nutiva coconut oil plus 30 days to try Thrive out. Or use the code DHWPRDESXO.
Fri, April 29, 2016
Making Fun of the Latest Celebrity Gossip with Heather Brooker
Host Anna Lind Thomas and guest Heather Brooker from Motherhood in Hollywood make fun of all the latest celebrity gossip including drama surrounding Beyoncé's hit album Lemonade, Kelly Rippa pissed Micheal is leaving Kelly and Michael for Good Morning America and Lena Dunham moving to Canada if Donald Trump is elected president. I'm also excited to announce today's podcast has been sponsored by ThriveMarket.com. Go to HaHas for HooHas to learn more about getting a sweet deal when becoming a member.
Thu, April 21, 2016
Anna & Brooke Takhar Talk Adult Things That Suck and Why We Suck at Them
Host Anna Lind Thomas and the hilarious Brooke Takhar talk about all the things that suck about being an adult. Like wearing heels. Anna walks like a baby calf and it's real embarrassing. Sit back, listen, relate and laugh!! I'm also excited to announce today's podcast has been sponsored by ThriveMarket.com. We all know that eating healthy is a part of becoming a better person, but if you’re finding the organic and non-toxic products too expensive or hard to find, then ThriveMarket.com, the healthy online shopping club is your solution. Like the Costco meets Whole Foods for everything healthy online, you’ll get the best organic and non-gmo brands up to 50% off retail prices, shipped nationally to your door for free within 2 to 3 days! You never have to pay full price for healthy food again. To get the very best foods and support the HaHas for HooHas Podcast, please go to thrivemarket.com/hahasforhoohas to get your free jar of nutiva coconut oil plus 30 days to try Thrive out. Or use the code DHWPRDESXO.
Thu, April 14, 2016
All the Embarrassing Crap Anna Cried About Recently. Thanks Pregnancy Hormones!
Host Anna Lind Thomas talks about all the embarrassing crap she's cried about recently because of her damn pregnancy hormones. Seriously. Bawling. I also talk about all the things you need to keep far far away from pregnant women. Email me at anna@hahasforhoohas.com or message me if you relate and share with me the hilarious things you cried about while pregnant! I'm also excited to announce today's podcast has been sponsored by ThriveMarket.com. We all know that eating healthy is a part of becoming a better person, but if you’re finding the organic and non-toxic products too expensive or hard to find, then ThriveMarket.com, the healthy online shopping club is your solution. Like the Costco meets Whole Foods for everything healthy online, you’ll get the best organic and non-gmo brands up to 50% off retail prices, shipped nationally to your door for free within 2 to 3 days! You never have to pay full price for healthy food again. To get the very best foods and support the HaHas for HooHas Podcast, please go to thrivemarket.com/hahaforhooha to get your free jar of nutiva coconut oil plus 30 days to try Thrive out. Or use the code DHWPRDESXO. Also, please SUBSCRIBE to this Podcast on iTunes! If you have a smart phone, you probably have an app all ready to go. I listen to my favorite Podcasts when I'm working in my office, doing chores or driving around town - you can listen to my voice all day!! HUZZAH!
Thu, April 07, 2016
Tara Wood on FB’s “Other” Message Folder and Her Big Ass Family
Host Anna Lind Thomas is joined by Tara Wood from Love Morning Wood for a hilarious episode. This mom of 7 and Anna discuss the Facebook Message's "Other" Folder and the United Nations of wiener pics discovered in that little house of horrors. Then, Tara describes the nosy-ass questions people ask her about big-ass family, based on a hilarious article published on Scary Mommy.
Thu, March 31, 2016
Waking from anesthesia: Our hilarious, offensive stories.
Host Anna Lind Thomas shares her hilariously embarrassing and offensive anesthesia story and then shares the best stories from our fans. THEY. ARE. HYSTERICAL. Also, Rob got kidney stones. OH LAWD! Also, please SUBSCRIBE to this Podcast on iTunes! If you have a smart phone, you probably have an app all ready to go. I listen to my favorite Podcasts when I'm working in my office, doing chores or driving around town - you can listen to my voice all day!! HUZZAH! To get started, download our podcast through iTunes and listen on your devices or press play on the media player below.
Thu, March 17, 2016
The Worst Part of the Creative Process: Do it Even if No One Cares
Host Anna Lind Thomas and co-host Susannah Lewis first cover the most compelling Netflix documentaries, then they switch gears and discuss the worst part of the creative process. You must do it, even if no one else cares. This is the worst news, but oddly makes it the most rewarding. The perfect podcast for creatives, writers, artists and dreamers. Follow Anna @annalindthomas and Susannah @WhoaSusannah Also, @hoohaspodcast and @hahasforhoohas
Thu, March 10, 2016
Walking Dead Plot Holes: Where the hell is zombie gma on her Hoveround scooter?
Host Anna Lind Thomas and co-host Susannah Lewis first talk about being sick as a mom and compare our suffering to our husband's man colds. Then we address some serious Walking Dead plot holes. Gas only lasts 3 months! Where are the zombies in wheelchairs?? Where's zombie meemaw in her Hoveround scooter? Where are the little people zombies? You know Amy and Matt Rolof are somewhere ready to bite yo ass. Who's making the dangerous tampon runs? Will Daryl be able to get the right brand and size without screwing it up? Also, Anna discusses if she was separated from the group with one other person, who she would choose for safety purposes - Rick, Michonne, Daryl or Glen? (hint: it's not Glen). Follow us @hoohaspodcast, @hahasforhoohas and @annalindthomas. And search for each page on Facebook!
Thu, March 03, 2016
Dear Diary: I need a caffeine IV, a housekeeper, and a nonjudgemental stylist
Host Anna Lind Thomas shares her podcast diary filled with secrets of domestic despair, her views on hot nannies, almost getting caught on a video chat with comedian Michael Yo when she looked like a hobo & Fuller House leaving her full of awkward feelings. Follow us @hoohaspodcast, @hahasforhoohas and @annalindthomas!
Thu, February 25, 2016
Idiots on the Internet: A Hysterical Analysis
Host Anna Lind Thomas and co-host Susannah Lewis talk make fun of idiots on the Internet. There are a lot of them, so it wasn't hard to do. This includes people who insult others with a comment riddled with misspellings, trolls, old ladies lost on Facebook and so much more. Follow us @HooHasPodcast, @AnnaLindThomas, @HaHasforHooHas & @WhoaSusannah.
Thu, February 18, 2016
Lady Problems All Women Can Relate To
Host Anna Lind Thomas and guest Susannah Lewis discuss hilarious lady problems all of us women can relate to, like getting in trouble for using your husband's shaver, realizing your period is to blame for everything, and much more. Subscribe to the HaHas for HooHas Podcast and follow @HooHasPodcast on Twitter and Facbook at http://facebook.com/hahasforhoohaspodcast .
Thu, February 11, 2016
Having My Sedentary Dreams Dashed with Fitness Expert Sara Haley
Host Anna Lind Thomas welcomes pre and postnatal fitness expert Sara Haley. Anna was hoping to lose weight by literally changing nothing in her lifestyle and Sara Haley ruined her sedentary dreams while inspiring her at the same time. She gave Sara all of her best excuses and asked the embarrassing questions so you don't have to. If you're pregnant, just had your baby or you're simply interested in getting fit, Sara's workouts and fitness tips are everything you need. Icing on the cake? Sara is giving away a free workout DVD that you can choose, depending on your fitness level and where you're at in woman and motherhood. Sign up for the giveaway by going to http://hahasforhoohas.com/stories/hoohas-podcast-fitness-expert-sara-haley-dvd-giveaway .
Thu, February 04, 2016
Clues You Might Be Best Friends and the Horrors of Stumbling into an Adult Store
Host Anna Lind Thomas and co-host/best friend Laura Perkins talk about clues you might be best friends with someone. As always the podcast takes unexpected twists and turns, including the horrors of stumbling into adult stores, Facebook pet peeves, and when friend loyalty goes too far. Grab your best friend, a bottle of wine and listen and laugh with us! Follow @HooHasPodcast and Like our Facebook Page.
Fri, January 29, 2016
Man Flu & Reasons Why My Husband's Hemorrhoids Piss Me Off with Shari Courter
Host Anna Lind Thomas and guest Shari Courter talk about an outrageous story centering around Shari's experience with her husband's hemorrhoids. Also, Shari shares home remedies for her lady bits going wrong, way wrong. By far one of our most outrageous episodes yet. Don't forget to rate and review the HaHas for HooHas Podcast and share the podcast with your friends! Follow us @HooHasPodcast and Facebook!
Thu, January 21, 2016
Mom Stuff We Suck At
Host Anna Lind Thomas and co-host Laura Perkins talk about all the mom stuff they suck at based on a post written by Shari Courter published on HaHas for HooHas. It's a hilarious podcast for moms and parents of all kinds who don't mind sucking at things that just aren't that big of deal in real life. Follow the HaHas for HooHas Podcast on Facebook and Twitter @hoohaspodcast. You can also follow @hahasforhoohas and @annalindthomas.
Thu, January 14, 2016
Making a Murderer Insanity and Chat w/Motherhood in Hollywood
Anna slips into Making a Murderer insanity, reeks like crockpot chili and chats with actress and comedian Heather Brooker about her podcast Motherhood in Hollywood and recent appearance on the Real Husbands of Hollywood show with Kevin Hart. Follow us Follow us on Twitter @HooHasPodcast and Facebook.
Thu, January 07, 2016
My 30s vs My 20s and the Most Awkward Massage of My Life
Host Anna Lind Thomas and co-host Laura Perkins talk about our 30s vs 20s, awkward massages and why we hate Spanx. Follow us on Twitter @HooHasPodcast and Facebook.
Thu, December 17, 2015
Hilarious Convo with The BreakWomb, We Share Our Embarassing Parenting Stories
Host Anna Lind Thomas has a hilarious Convo with the comedic trio The BreakWomb where we talk about how to break out creatively in the parenting humor game and share our most embarrassing parenting stories.
Thu, December 10, 2015
PSA: 1) Say No to Elf on the Shelf and 2) Don't Get in to the Porn Game
Host Anna Lind Thomas and co-host Laura Perkins talk about the perils of getting an Elf on the Shelf until the conversation suddenly deteriorates thanks to a large cheap bottle of Barefoot Pinot Grigio.
Wed, November 18, 2015
Proof We're 80s Kids
Host Anna Lind Thomas and Co-Host Susannah Lewis talk everything 80s LIVE! at the Opryland Hotel in Nashville. And by LIVE! we mean lying on a bed uncomfortably close huddling over Anna's computer. Oh, also we talk about Deb. You wanna know about Deb.
Thu, November 12, 2015
Peeing in My Snow Pants and Other Embarrassing Moments
Host Anna Lind Thomas talks about her most embarrassing moments of all time, including but not limited to: peeing in her friend's mom's snow pants and accidentally saying "I love you" to her female professor.
Thu, November 05, 2015
Let's Talk About Things that Make Us All Irrationally Ragey
Something weird happens when you talk about things that make you irrationally ragey while drinking red wine - perhaps that funniest podcast yet. Maybe it's just me, I don't know - you tell me! Join me, host Anna Lind Thomasand one of my closest friends Laura as we vent about smart cars, bra fittings, making eye contact with people working kiosks, my mom not answering her phone and so much more!
Wed, October 28, 2015
When I Went to a Haunted House and Paid Money to Be Terrorized for an Hour
Host Anna Lind Thomas chats with her old college roommate Brady Hubbard as they talk about the most horrifying haunted house tour ever. There were waivers signed. Safe words. Strangers straddled. People left alone tied to gourneys. THE. WORST. (I'd do it again).
Fri, October 09, 2015
Dating vs Marriage: Remember When We Actually Liked Spooning?
Host Anna Lind Thomas and her special guest Laura, talking about the hilarious differences between dating and marriage. They also reminisce about their high school days and Anna's gain of the freshman 50.
Fri, October 02, 2015
Anna is Related to Lady Gaga. Sort of. Not Really. Whatever, Let Me Explain.
Anna Lind Thomas shares a crazy story about how she's connected to Lady Gaga. This is her first time sharing the story. It's pretty nuts - you'll never listen to Bad Romance the same again!
Thu, September 24, 2015
How NOT to Talk to Your Kids About Sex
Anna and featured guest Rachael Pavlik of RachRiot talk about a hilarious topic - how NOT to talk to your kids about sex, sparked from an experience Rachael had where her daughter walked in on her and her husband in the middle of some "romance time." We asked our fans about their awkward experiences trying to explain themselves to their kids and mentioned many of your hilarious stories from the comments! Also, get a sneak peek behind the scenes of what's it's like to be a blogger and the controversy surrounding Rachael's famous 3-D Lashes, Jamberry & Other Ways to Lose Facebook Friends post.
Thu, September 17, 2015
Things Women Like to Do Alone (Free from Men and Children)
Anna Lind Thomas and co-host Susannah Lewis talk about things we like to do alone free from men and children and we're confident 99% of all women KNOW ALL OF THESE THINGS!
Wed, September 09, 2015
Pagers and Body Suits that Snapped in the Crotch: Graduating in the 90s
Anna Lind Thomas and co-host Susannah Lewis talk about graduating in the 90s and all the incredible things we owned, watched and sang during this incredible decade, including but not limited to: pagers, body suits that snapped in the crotch, Sarah Michelle Gellar and our obsession with The Craft. It was a glorious time to be alive! Also, Anna talks about going out with her girl friend for the first time since being pregnant and things got ... interesting.
Wed, September 02, 2015
Kids shows that will make you question your will to live.
Anna meets a celebrity at an awkward moment followed by kids shows that make us want to kick a stranger in the jewels. Also, we're pretty sure one cartoon character for the red light district if someone doesn't intervene.
Mon, August 10, 2015
The Fart Story: My Shame, Your Laugh, My Legacy
Go behind the scenes as Anna Lind Thomas and Co-Host Susannah Lewis talk about Anna's infamous fart story, "The Fart that (Almost) Altered My Destiny," what happened since it's gone viral and Susannah shares her own embarrassing fart story.
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