So What Else Is Going On

Davey Blackburn shares his devastating and powerful story with us today on the podcast. He walks us through the tragic loss of his late wife, Amanda, and how God has used her story to impact so many other people.    Show Notes: Nothing is Wasted Text “NIW” to 66866 to get 21 days of devotions  Nothing is Wasted Podcast Davey Blackburn Run Toward the Roar GMA Spiritual Pathways @daveyblackburn  @nothingiswastedminitries  @so.what.else  @kaitlingrace20 www.kaitlinelliott.com

On today's SWEpisode (a new term that we just made up) we have a wild time chatting about Christmas gifting methods, laser hair removal, Santa, Matt’s new video project, and we also debrief the Rachel Henry episode and a whole lot more!   Show Notes: Summit One Vanderbilt  @kcglamour  EMDR @so.what.else   @kaitlingrace20

Rachel Henry vulnerably shares the story of the night that she was sexually assaulted by three men in her home. Even though her story is traumatic, I left my conversation with Rachel feeling deeply encouraged. Hearing her talk about her life after this trauma is truly beautiful. Her journey of healing and forgiveness is incredible.  Show Notes: RAINN Rachel’s Website Nothing is Wasted simonandrachelhenry@gmail.com  @so.what.else     @kaitlingrace20

You’ve heard us mention it before on SWE…but what really IS the Enneagram? Why should I care about it? Can it actually help me? Listen in to Enneagram Coach, Kate Doyle, share the answers to all of these questions and more! Kate shares how the study of the Enneagram changed her life and how it can change yours too.   Show Notes: @againstthearrow Www.againstthearrow.com @so.what.else @kaitlingrace20

Today Jonathan McComb shares his intense story of surviving a flash flood in 2015. Sadly, this flood claimed the lives of his wife, children, and dear friends. Listen in to Jonathan’s story of what he went through that night and how he rebuilt his life in the years to come.    Show Notes: @jonthan.mccomb  TEXSAR @so.what.else    @kaitlingrace20  Kaitlinelliott.com 

Today on the podcast we have Rochelle Miller. I met Roe at the funeral of our dear mutual friend, Josh “Sego” Segoviano. His story is detailed in Episode 14 of the podcast so make sure you check that out if you haven’t heard it yet!  Today, Roe vulnerably shares about a devastating trial she and her husband lived through in 2013. Roe was about halfway through her pregnancy when her doctors told her that her son was “incompatible with life.” She then was faced with many hard decisions: should she terminate the pregnancy? Should she believe for a miracle? Listen to hear how Roe and her husband Danny walked through this time together.    Show Notes: Full Sail University  Chocolate Hummus  @growwith_ro  rochelle.miller2@gmail.com  @so.what.else      @kaitlingrace20

Today on SWE we have two of my favorite people on planet Earth...my sisters Emily & Caroline! You’ve heard them on here before, but today we have them on to chat about so many different topics! We discuss Caroline’s interesting sweater choice, other fashion trends, an update on our Mom and her health, we play Sister Trivia, and so much more!    Show Notes: Emily’s Favorite Chai Tea  @so.what.else  @kaitlingrace20    Kaitlinelliott.com

Today on SWE we have Kerry Baker! I used to babysit Kerry’s adorable kids back when I was in college, so I’ve known the Bakers for awhile! Kerry shares with us today about the nightmare she walked through when her two year old son was diagnosed with Lymphoma.    Show Notes: @so.what.else   @kaitlingrace20  Kaitlinelliott.com

Today we have the lovely Sabrina Vroeg of Sabrina Vroeg Interiors! She is here to give us all the home decorating tips- where to shop, how to style your dresser, holiday decorating, faux vs. real plants….we talk about it all! Go follow her on instagram RIGHT NOW to get majorly inspired.    Show Notes: www.sabrinavroeg.com  @sabrinavroeginteriors       Higher End Stores Lulu & Georgia McGee & Co. Anthropologie CB2 Burke Decor Meadow Blu Crate & Barrel Pottery Barn  Restoration Hardware West Elm Article   Budget Friendly Stores Target Zara Home  H&M Home World Market Wayfair Overstock Home Goods/Home Sense

Today, Retha Nichole joins us on SWE! She is a business coach, life coach, and the creator of “Sunday Planning.” Years ago, Retha went through a devastating time when her husband slipped into a coma. While she was caring for him, she discovered some things about her husband that rocked her world. Listen to hear her incredible story.   Show Notes: https://www.thespcircle.com https://www.rethanichole.com @rethanichole @spcircle Text “Sunday Planning” to (404)737-3143 to get three encouraging texts a week from Retha!

Today on So...What Else? we have Jess Connolly to talk about her book Breaking Free From Body Shame! I was so jazzed when I got the invite to sit in on this podcast panel with Jess. In this episode, she talks about her journey of breaking free from body shame, why she thinks this topic tends to be absent in the church-world, how to prevent children from growing up with body shame, and so much more! Jess is the author of nine books, a church leader, and a coach.   Show Notes: Breaking Free from Body Shame The Coaching Habit  @jessaconnolly      @breakingfreefrombodyshame    @goandtellgals  @so.what.else @kaitlingrace20

Today is a fun one! We have the SWE Team plus a special guest to talk about everything from podcasting to blue suits to pretzel pillows. We laughed so much in the making of this episode (no, really I put about 56079 links in the show notes!!) - don’t miss it!    Show Notes: Virile Barbershop  Hims The Spa at the Broadmoor Something Was Wrong Podcast The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill Unseminary Podcast The Art Factory Wedding Venue Mike Zawadzki Photography Parenthood Alone Into the Night 9/11 Series: One Day In America Mush Chocolate Hummus Boom Chicka Pop  @so.what.else  @kaitlingrace20

Today we have the fabulous Kat Lee on the show! She is an author, speaker, podcaster, and the founder of HelloMornings.org. Kat started Hello Mornings because a simple morning routine changed her life and she had to share it! She also has an inspiring life story that she shares with us. You can download chapter one of her book here.    Show Notes: Hello Mornings Website Hello Mornings Podcast Hello Mornings Book  @hellokatlee  @hellomornings  @so.what.else     @kaitlingrace20   Kaitlinelliott.com

Our good friend from Season 1, Richard Lee, is back! But this time he is joined by his smarter and more attractive half - his lovely wife Theresa! We talk about Richard and Theresa’s experience growing up as Asian Americans, their experiences during COVID, and their reactions to the Atlanta shootings. You don’t want to miss this conversation!    Show Notes: AACC Spring Fertility @so.what.else     @kaitlingrace20

Jaime Blaustein, CEO and Co-founder of the Sylvia Brafman Mental Health Center, who also happens to be my longtime friend, joins us today for an amazing episode. Jaime vulnerably shares about the dark years where he was trapped in drug addiction; arrests, overdoses, seven different rebab centers. He shares about his darkest days, his journey to getting clean, and his new life. The brand-new Sylvia Brafman Center opens just one week from today - on September 13th, 2021. Listen in to hear about Jaime’s incredible story.    Show Notes: The Sylvia Brafman Mental Health Center Same Here Global Interview  Jaime Speaks at Duke University

Today we have the wonderful Amy Gayhart with us! If you are a listener of the Happy Hour with Jamie Ivey, then you will recognize her voice for sure. Amy is mom to a daughter with special needs, the executive director of Blue Sky Therapeutic Riding and Respite, and also the co-host of the “Totally Worth It” Podcast.   Show Notes: Smartless Podcast  Blue Sky Therapeutic  PURPOSE Mercantile  The Four Winds Totally Worth it Podcast    Follow Amy on Instagram! @agayhart    @so.what.else @kaitlingrace20

This is our FIRST EVER So...What Else? Book Chat!!!! Kaitlin and three of her friends sit down to chat all about one of Kaitlin’s all time favorite novels: Daisy Jones & The Six. Even if you haven’t read this book, this episode is for you because it gets DEEP into discussions about marriage, love, lust, choosing someone...you don’t want to miss it! Daisy Jones & The Six

Today we have Julia Regan! She shares her story of her journey walking through a time of intense struggle in her marriage - porn addiction, rage issues, alcoholism…Listen in to hear her powerful story.    Show Notes: @so.what.else      @kaitlingrace20

Today on “So...What Else?” we have Brianna Campos!  She is a Licensed Professional Counselor with a speciality in Eating Disorder Recovery, she is a Body Image Educator, a Body Grief Coach, and the host of the “Body Image with Bri” Podcast. This is SUCH an important conversation and I know you are going to love it.    Show Notes:   Body Image with Bri Website Body Image with Bri Podcast  bodyimagewithbri@gmail.com  Instagram → @bodyimagewithbri  Poodle Science Clip  @so.what.else @kaitlingrace20

And we’re BACK! Woohoo Season 2 baby! Kait, Scott, and a special guest sit down to talk about their crazy summer and what you can expect for Season 2 of SWE!   Show Notes:   Matt Carpenter: @matty_carps    Brianna Campos: @bodyimagewithbri    Richard Lee: @richardl.ee   Theresa Lee: @theresalee75   Amy Gayhart: @agayhart    Kat Lee: @hellokatlee @hellomornings    Sabrina Vroeg Interiors: @sabrinavroeginteriors    Daisy Jones and the Six    @so.what.else @kaitlingrace20