Ivy was just as wonderful as we thought she would be- explaining her background and role at SL, and how this position even came to be!  We were excited to talk to Ivy about SL’s collaboration with Katherine Cobbs on “Southern Cocktails” a new libation bible that has just been released! Hear all about this and more now on the podcast! To learn more about Ivy, follow her @ivyodomaponte and @southernlivingmag

Ivy was just as wonderful as we thought she would be- explaining her background and role at SL, and how this position even came to be! We were excited to talk to Ivy about SL’s collaboration with Katherine Cobbs on “Southern Cocktails” a new libation bible that has just been released! Hear all about this and more now on the podcast! To learn more about Ivy, follow her @ivyodomaponte and @southernlivingmag

Episode 162 | Ivy Odom

Melissa Laskaris

After her career as a teacher and an architect, Melissa spent a few years as a stay at home mom before getting back to art full time. Melissa now shares her love of art with children and adults through classes, camps, and special experiences. Join us as we hear from Melissa and learn more about Art Smart TN! 

After her career as a teacher and an architect, Melissa spent a few years as a stay at home mom before getting back to art full time. Melissa now shares her love of art with children and adults through classes, camps, and special experiences. Join us as we hear from Melissa and learn more about Art Smart TN!

Episode 161 | Melissa Laskaris 

Susan Vandergriff

The idea for Happy Birdwatcher came out of a need. Susan Vandergriff was a new and passionate birdwatcher but couldn’t find the birdseed to meet her needs. So what did she do? Well, she quit her job and started her own company. She now creates premium birdseed tailored for your yard and the best part is the seed is shipped to your house! Listen now to learn more about Susan and her company. Happy Birdwatching!!!

The idea for Happy Birdwatcher came out of a need. Susan Vandergriff was a new and passionate birdwatcher but couldn’t find the birdseed to meet her needs. So what did she do? Well, she quit her job and started her own company. She now creates premium birdseed tailored for your yard and the best part is the seed is shipped to your house! Listen now to learn more about Susan and her company. Happy Birdwatching!!!

Episode 160 | Susan Vandergriff

Dawn Barton

In a culture where so many people think of middle age as a downward slope into comfy sneakers and quiet, meaningless existence, we can redefine the second half of life, shaping it into decades of fulfillment, fun, strength, and purpose.In our forties, fifties, and beyond, we're wrestling with new questions. Is this it? Did I do what I wanted to do in my life?Who am I now that my kids have moved out? Will my sagging skin eventually hang all the way down to my feet?But God still has much in store for us. He doesn't bring us to the middle of our lives so we can park in front of the TV and binge-watch home makeover shows. There is no "midlife" to him! These are exhilarating and empowering years.In Midlife Battle Cry, bestselling author Dawn Barton will inspire you to:• realize that God isn't done with you• view midlife as a pivot point, the start of a bold and powerful season• embrace who you are physically, spiritually, and emotionally• learn to share your experiences and wisdom with a younger generationBlending lots of humor, honesty, stories, and insights, Dawn will walk you through redefining the mighty second half of life.

In a culture where so many people think of middle age as a downward slope into comfy sneakers and quiet, meaningless existence, we can redefine the second half of life, shaping it into decades of fulfillment, fun, strength, and purpose.In our forties, fifties, and beyond, we're wrestling with new questions. Is this it? Did I do what I wanted to do in my life?Who am I now that my kids have moved out? Will my sagging skin eventually hang all the way down to my feet?But God still has much in store for us. He doesn't bring us to the middle of our lives so we can park in front of the TV and binge-watch home makeover shows. There is no "midlife" to him! These are exhilarating and empowering years.In Midlife Battle Cry, bestselling author Dawn Barton will inspire you to:• realize that God isn't done with you• view midlife as a pivot point, the start of a bold and powerful season• embrace who you are physically, spiritually, and emotionally• learn to share your experiences and wisdom with a younger generationBlending lots of humor, honesty, stories, and insights, Dawn will walk you through redefining the mighty second half of life.

Episode 159 | Dawn Barton 

Episode 158 | Courtney & Sarah 

Mary Landrum Pyron

We are thrilled for you to meet one of the Souther’s coolest tastemakers, movers and shakers- AND Mississippi’s only felt hatmaker, Mary Landrum Pyron. We loved hearing her story of bringing the influence of her time in the West after college, back to the South- her hometown of Crystal Springs, Mississippi to be exact, and creating a THRIVING business in a repurposed barn on her family property. To learn more about Mary Pyron and MLProvisions, or to schedule a visit and make an appointment for custom hatting- visit.www.mlprovisions.com

We are thrilled for you to meet one of the Souther’s coolest tastemakers, movers and shakers- AND Mississippi’s only felt hatmaker, Mary Landrum Pyron. We loved hearing her story of bringing the influence of her time in the West after college, back to the South- her hometown of Crystal Springs, Mississippi to be exact, and creating a THRIVING business in a repurposed barn on her family property. To learn more about Mary Pyron and MLProvisions, or to schedule a visit and make an appointment for custom hatting- visit.<a href="http://www.mlprovisions.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.mlprovisions.com</a>

Episode 157 | Mary Landrum Pyron 

A native of Greenville, Al and Ole Miss Alumna, Rosemary planted her roots on the Eastern Shore almost 25 years ago. Using her knowledge of art, experience in design and retail, love for jewelry and need for a creative outlet-she took a leap of faith in 2015 to start Harvest Jewels. Listen now to learn more about Rosemary and Harvest Jewels! 

A native of Greenville, Al and Ole Miss Alumna, Rosemary planted her roots on the Eastern Shore almost 25 years ago. Using her knowledge of art, experience in design and retail, love for jewelry and need for a creative outlet-she took a leap of faith in 2015 to start Harvest Jewels. Listen now to learn more about Rosemary and Harvest Jewels!

Episode 156 | Rosemary Corte

Lesly Simon

Are you ready to feel inspired? Do you need a recharge on life and how you are living? This episode will do it! We talk with Lesly Simon about her very successful and busy career in the music industry. And if that’s not enough to get you motivated and ready to find passion in your work, she then tells us about her journey with cancer. She shares the lessons she has learned and how she is finding her balance while fighting for her life. 

Are you ready to feel inspired? Do you need a recharge on life and how you are living? This episode will do it! We talk with Lesly Simon about her very successful and busy career in the music industry. And if that’s not enough to get you motivated and ready to find passion in your work, she then tells us about her journey with cancer. She shares the lessons she has learned and how she is finding her balance while fighting for her life.

Episode 155 | Lesly Simon 

Do you have an ambitious vision for your business? We thought so. We want to introduce you to two ladies that are empowering people to do their best work, instead of burning them out. Whitney and Celeste of Glowe Connective are here to be your driving force behind your goals and help laugh you &amp; your business into action. 

Do you have an ambitious vision for your business? We thought so. We want to introduce you to two ladies that are empowering people to do their best work, instead of burning them out. Whitney and Celeste of Glowe Connective are here to be your driving force behind your goals and help laugh you &amp; your business into action.

Episode 154 | Whitney & Celeste

Join us as we Say it Southern with Dan Isbell and Reid Isbell, the boys from The Brothers Hunt.

Join us as we Say it Southern with Dan Isbell and Reid Isbell, the boys from The Brothers Hunt.

Episode 23 | The Brothers Hunt 

We are Sarah and Courtney, hosts of Say It Southern. We bring you the hearts and stories of the people creating the best of the South. Please join us as we explore the intersection of womanhood, work, and creativity. You will leave inspired, encouraged, and maybe even have a Southern accent. Come join us!

You wil love hearing from this Mother-Daughter team!  You will hear how it started and whats next for these ladies. Founded  in 2020 because they were inspired to create small pieces of art with Texas-sized appeal. Well, they NAILED it. Listen now to hear the story of Foster. 

You wil love hearing from this Mother-Daughter team! You will hear how it started and whats next for these ladies. Founded in 2020 because they were inspired to create small pieces of art with Texas-sized appeal. Well, they NAILED it. Listen now to hear the story of Foster.

Episode 153 | Kim and Frances

Emily McCarthy

“There is no room for bore in the colorful world of Emily McCarthy.” Ain’t that the truth! In this episode we talk with Emily McCarthy of Savannah, Georgia. She tells us about growing her brand, her style, her store, and her new fashion line. We loved hearing her story and know you will too. 

“There is no room for bore in the colorful world of Emily McCarthy.” Ain’t that the truth! In this episode we talk with Emily McCarthy of Savannah, Georgia. She tells us about growing her brand, her style, her store, and her new fashion line. We loved hearing her story and know you will too.

Episode 152 | Emily McCarthy 

Hugh Howser

Hugh was born and raised in Nashville, Tennessee and has now established himself as the city’s premier event designer and lifestyle expert. With his distinctive eye for detail and boundless creative energy, Hugh takes his clients’ wildest dreams from imagination to reality.While firmly established as Nashville’s go-to expert for events and weddings for A-list celebrities that include actress Nicole Kidman, and country superstars Wynonna, Reba, Jake Owen, George Strait, Martina McBride, Kenny Rogers and Kings of Leon Rocker Nathan Followill, Hugh has been featured across the country on CMT, ABC TV, PEOPLE MAGAZINE, INSTYLE MAGAZINE, USA TODAY, and BRIDES offering his unique, fun approach as a Lifestyle Expert with his trademark style &amp; sense of humor distinctively branded “Hughlarious”!

Hugh was born and raised in Nashville, Tennessee and has now established himself as the city’s premier event designer and lifestyle expert. With his distinctive eye for detail and boundless creative energy, Hugh takes his clients’ wildest dreams from imagination to reality.While firmly established as Nashville’s go-to expert for events and weddings for A-list celebrities that include actress Nicole Kidman, and country superstars Wynonna, Reba, Jake Owen, George Strait, Martina McBride, Kenny Rogers and Kings of Leon Rocker Nathan Followill, Hugh has been featured across the country on CMT, ABC TV, PEOPLE MAGAZINE, INSTYLE MAGAZINE, USA TODAY, and BRIDES offering his unique, fun approach as a Lifestyle Expert with his trademark style &amp; sense of humor distinctively branded “Hughlarious”!

Episode 151 | Hugh Howser

We are going to help you take the guess work out of your Holiday Shopping. We’ve found things that we love and are asking for ourselves , and buying for friends, sisters, husband, brothers, nephews and neighbors! If you can shop small, and gift experiences, we urge you to do it! Tickets to an event, lessons or yoga sessions- all of those go a long way in 2023. The gift of a memory is priceless!  And as always, teaching your children to serve others is the greatest give we can give.  Be sure to follow along our stories where we will be linking our favorites. @thesayitsouthern 

We are going to help you take the guess work out of your Holiday Shopping. We’ve found things that we love and are asking for ourselves , and buying for friends, sisters, husband, brothers, nephews and neighbors! If you can shop small, and gift experiences, we urge you to do it! Tickets to an event, lessons or yoga sessions- all of those go a long way in 2023. The gift of a memory is priceless! And as always, teaching your children to serve others is the greatest give we can give. Be sure to follow along our stories where we will be linking our favorites. @thesayitsouthern

Episode 150 | Favorite Things 2022

In this episode of Say It Southern you will hear from Elle Worsham of Gracious Garlands. This business was started by Elle’s mom, Vicki, years ago when she began to help her friends decorate for the holidays. It didn’t take long for word to spread and now Elle has taken her mother’s business and expanded it to ship fresh greenery year-round to your doorstep. Visit www.graciousgarlands.com to place your order!

In this episode of Say It Southern you will hear from Elle Worsham of Gracious Garlands. This business was started by Elle’s mom, Vicki, years ago when she began to help her friends decorate for the holidays. It didn’t take long for word to spread and now Elle has taken her mother’s business and expanded it to ship fresh greenery year-round to your doorstep. Visit <a href="http://www.graciousgarlands.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.graciousgarlands.com</a> to place your order!

Episode 149 | Elle Worsham Pugh

This week we wanted to catch up and cover all of the things…. Halloween, the costumes and candy, the beautiful fall weather we are enjoying, our take on homecoming skirts, and what’s next for us, Join us as we Say It Southern!

This week we wanted to catch up and cover all of the things…. Halloween, the costumes and candy, the beautiful fall weather we are enjoying, our take on homecoming skirts, and what’s next for us, Join us as we Say It Southern!

Episode 148 | Take the Natchez Trace

Mary Hyatt

Mary Hyatt has been on our podcast 3 times now. We love her teaching, her practices and her friendship so much! When we booked The Getaway this year we KNEW we had to have her back for a second year to do one of her Breathwork sessions. In this episode we break down what the heck actually happened, WHY we had the reaction we did and HOW this truly changed our lives. Mary Hyatt is a life and business mindset coach who specializes in helping high achieving individuals move from living a life of burnout to a life where they are connected to their emotions, their body, and their spirit. Mary is the host of the "Living Fully Alive" podcast that is about to launch its 4th season, where she dives deeper into mindset and emotional healing and helps her listeners learn to embody a life fully lived. As a trained Yoga, Meditation and Breathwork Instructor, Mary brings a level of trauma informed somatic consciousness and soul focused inner work to everything she does. She brings the heart and soul back to life and business, and gives women permission to come back home to the truest parts of themselves.Find her at www.maryhyatt.com and @maryghyatt on instagram

Mary Hyatt has been on our podcast 3 times now. We love her teaching, her practices and her friendship so much! When we booked The Getaway this year we KNEW we had to have her back for a second year to do one of her Breathwork sessions. In this episode we break down what the heck actually happened, WHY we had the reaction we did and HOW this truly changed our lives. Mary Hyatt is a life and business mindset coach who specializes in helping high achieving individuals move from living a life of burnout to a life where they are connected to their emotions, their body, and their spirit. Mary is the host of the "Living Fully Alive" podcast that is about to launch its 4th season, where she dives deeper into mindset and emotional healing and helps her listeners learn to embody a life fully lived. As a trained Yoga, Meditation and Breathwork Instructor, Mary brings a level of trauma informed somatic consciousness and soul focused inner work to everything she does. She brings the heart and soul back to life and business, and gives women permission to come back home to the truest parts of themselves.Find her at <a href="http://www.maryhyatt.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.maryhyatt.com</a> and @maryghyatt on instagram

Episode 147 | Mary Hyatt

Join us as we look back on the Say it Southern Getaway 2022 in Fairhope, AL!

Episode 146 | Courtney and Sarah  

Sarah Otts

Sarah Otts has been painting for as long as she can remember.  Now as a full time painter she has also been able to spend time digging into other creative endeavors. She has written a children’s book, opened the Sarah Otts Gallery in Mobile, and created the “Be a Bright Spot” campaign. Learn more about Sarah and her new series for 2022 in this episode of Say It Southern. 

Sarah Otts has been painting for as long as she can remember. Now as a full time painter she has also been able to spend time digging into other creative endeavors. She has written a children’s book, opened the Sarah Otts Gallery in Mobile, and created the “Be a Bright Spot” campaign. Learn more about Sarah and her new series for 2022 in this episode of Say It Southern.

Episode 145 | Sarah Otts

hese Austin natives had TEXAS sized dreams when they decided to join together and create their colorful brand, which is inspired by the tropical shades of vacation and leaves you longing for Sunscreen and Pina Colodas. Jewelry, Beach Dresses and Sunhats- are the staples of their collection and each collection of accessories is developed by the Texas-based duo and handcrafted by female artisan partners around the world.We love it all and were so happy to have them as guests on the Say it Southern podcast!For more info, check them out @sunshinetienda and www.sunshinetienda.com

hese Austin natives had TEXAS sized dreams when they decided to join together and create their colorful brand, which is inspired by the tropical shades of vacation and leaves you longing for Sunscreen and Pina Colodas. Jewelry, Beach Dresses and Sunhats- are the staples of their collection and each collection of accessories is developed by the Texas-based duo and handcrafted by female artisan partners around the world.We love it all and were so happy to have them as guests on the Say it Southern podcast!For more info, check them out @sunshinetienda and <a href="http://www.sunshinetienda.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sunshinetienda.com</a>

Episode 144 | Amanda and Laura

Loved the episode with Melissa Rycroft!!!  Such a good conversation

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This keeps me entertained while I’m on the road (: Great podcast (:

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