The Shit Stick of Life

In this episode, Kortney sits down with her dear friend, Karin Thyr. This conversation dives into the nuanced realities of parenting, especially the tension between defending our choices and truly hearing our kids. It explores how well-intentioned advice can sometimes miss the mark, and why listening, presence, and flexibility often matter more than having the “right” answer. Together, they unpack how shifting parenting approaches and centering a child’s perspective can lead to stronger communication and healthier relationships.Follow Karin:https://www.instagram.com/thyraofficial/?hl=enConnect with Kortney:https://www.instagram.com/allthingskortneywilsonhttps://www.instagram.com/shitstickoflifepodcast/https://shows.acast.com/the-shit-stick-of-lifeHosted by Kortney WilsonEdited and Produced by Emma Stutts

In this episode, Kortney sits down with financial educator and author Alyssa Davies for an honest conversation about money and why we need to talk about it more openly, especially as women. Alyssa shares her personal journey with finances and breaks down the basics of investing early, managing debt, and understanding the emotional side of spending. They also dive into money and relationships, including financial transparency in dating and marriage, the importance of emergency funds, and how aligning your money with your values,  including giving back, can lead to greater confidence and fulfillment.Follow Alyssa:https://www.instagram.com/mixedupmoney/?hl=enFollow her podcast, Money Feels:https://www.instagram.com/moneyfeelspodcast/?hl=enConnect with Kortney:https://www.instagram.com/allthingskortneywilsonhttps://www.instagram.com/shitstickoflifepodcast/https://shows.acast.com/the-shit-stick-of-lifeHosted by Kortney WilsonEdited and Produced by Emma Stutts

In this episode, Kortney sits down with designer, entrepreneur, and TV personality Sarah Baeumler for an honest conversation about the journey that shaped her life and career. Sarah opens up about her early years as a competitive dancer, how discipline and creativity intersected long before television, and the unexpected twists that led her into design and entrepreneurship.They dive into the story behind Caerula Mar, from the original vision to the challenges, risks, and intention that brought the resort to life. Sarah also shares behind-the-scenes moments from television that viewers never got to see, offering a candid look at the pressure, passion, and reality behind the camera.This episode is a thoughtful reflection on trusting your instincts, embracing change, and building something meaningful even when the path isn’t linear.Find Sarah Baeumler:https://www.instagram.com/sarahbaeumler/?hl=enhttps://sarahbaeumler.com/Caerula Mar:https://caerulamar.com/Connect with Kortney:https://www.instagram.com/allthingskortneywilsonhttps://www.instagram.com/shitstickoflifepodcast/https://shows.acast.com/the-shit-stick-of-lifeHosted by Kortney WilsonEdited and Produced by Emma Stutts

In this episode, Kortney sits down with her friend and influencer Jules Kaden Black to dive into Jules’s deeply personal health and wellness journey. Jules opens up about her struggles with body image, hormone issues, weight loss, and the medical paths she chose along the way, including the emotional and mental toll that came with each decision. She shares the turning points, the setbacks, and the moments that pushed her toward rebuilding self-trust and self-love.This conversation widens into a bigger message: every body is different, every journey is individual, and real healing happens when we create space for honest conversations about body positivity, medical choices, and what it actually takes to feel whole.Follow Jules:https://www.instagram.com/juleskadenblack/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/sayyes2thefresh/?hl=enhttps://www.tiktok.com/@juleskadenblackConnect with Kortney:https://www.instagram.com/allthingskortneywilsonhttps://www.instagram.com/shitstickoflifepodcast/https://shows.acast.com/the-shit-stick-of-lifeThe Kortney Wilson GroupEmail: kortney@thekortneywilsongroup.comCall: (615) 669-7039Follow: https://www.instagram.com/thekortneywilsongroup/?hl=enHosted by Kortney WilsonEdited and Produced by Emma Stutts

In this episode, Kortney sits down with Amy Sheppard and Lachlan Stuart as they peel back the curtain on one of the hardest chapters of their journey. Together, they open up about their deeply personal journey through infertility and IVF, a chapter they’ve largely kept private until now.They share how their relationship began, what they imagined for their future, and how quickly those dreams were challenged when starting a family didn’t go as expected. With raw honesty, Amy and Lachlan talk through the emotional toll of infertility, the strain it placed on their lives, and the pressure couples often feel to stay strong while quietly breaking down.Throughout the conversation, they reflect on what helped them stay connected, the communication practices that held them together, and the support they leaned on when things felt impossibly heavy. Their openness sheds light on the silent battles so many couples face and offers a compassionate, unfiltered look at resilience, partnership, and navigating the unknown together.Follow Amy and Lachlan:https://www.instagram.com/amysheppardpie/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/lachlanstuart/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/couplegoals.podcast/?hl=enAmy’s Album:https://ffm.to/borntobecountryBlue and Pink Confetti, Amy Sheppard: https://ffm.to/blueandpinkconfettiConnect with Kortney:https://www.instagram.com/allthingskortneywilsonhttps://www.instagram.com/shitstickoflifepodcast/https://shows.acast.com/the-shit-stick-of-lifeThe Kortney Wilson GroupEmail: kortney@thekortneywilsongroup.comCall: (615) 669-7039Follow: https://www.instagram.com/thekortneywilsongroup/?hl=enHosted by Kortney WilsonEdited and Produced by Emma Stutts

In this unfiltered, laugh-through-the-chaos episode, Kortney is joined by her friends—and returning guests—Ashley and Mel, for a deep dive into the beautiful mess of motherhood. Together, they swap stories about stepping into their “I’m officially in my I-don’t-care era,” the tiny lies moms tell to get through the day, and the unexpected personal growth that comes with finally dropping perfection.With candid confessions, honest reflections, and plenty of humor, they explore what it really looks like to parent in a world full of expectations. From juggling identity and ego to navigating step-parent dynamics, the trio unpacks the pressure, the community, the connection—and the permission to put yourself back on your own list.Connect with Kortney:https://www.instagram.com/allthingskortneywilsonhttps://www.instagram.com/shitstickoflifepodcast/https://shows.acast.com/the-shit-stick-of-lifeThe Kortney Wilson GroupEmail: kortney@thekortneywilsongroup.comCall: (615) 669-7039Follow: https://www.instagram.com/thekortneywilsongroup/?hl=enHosted by Kortney WilsonEdited and Produced by Emma Stutts

This week, Kortney sits down with the hilarious, unfiltered, and wildly self-aware Kelsey Darragh for a conversation that goes everywhere in the best way. From her upbringing to the leap that took her to Los Angeles, Kelsey opens up about the moments that shaped her and the ones that nearly broke her.They dive into what “rock bottom” really looked like for Kelsey, the turning point that forced her to finally choose herself, and how panic attacks and mental health struggles became both her biggest hurdle and ultimately her greatest teacher. Kelsey gets refreshingly honest about her sobriety journey and what pushed her toward it.Plus, she teases some exciting new projects she’s been working on and what this next chapter looks like for her.It’s raw, funny, deeply human, and exactly the kind of episode that reminds you: you’re allowed to fall apart, and you’re allowed to rebuild.Follow Kelsey:https://www.instagram.com/kelseydarragh/?hl=enListen to her Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/confidently-insecure/id1460834034Connect with Kortney:https://www.instagram.com/allthingskortneywilsonhttps://www.instagram.com/shitstickoflifepodcast/https://shows.acast.com/the-shit-stick-of-lifeShop Cosmette and use code KORTNEY15 for 15% off:https://cosmetteskincare.com/?srsltid=AfmBOorNRJsmFRDgO-bd8YI8Gx8OQo4iAB9cHCkaFFJbCyBUb9H-1sPOHosted by Kortney WilsonEdited and Produced by Emma Stutts

Kortney and Kenny are back for Part 2, and this time, they’re a little looser, a little louder, and ready to spill. With drinks in hand and their banter in full swing, they dive into the making of their brand-new show, Life is Messy, sharing behind-the-scenes moments that range from hilarious to downright chaotic.They talk about what it’s really like filming together, the unexpected moments that caught them off guard, and the kind of real-life messiness that doesn’t always make it on screen. Through all the laughter (and maybe a few overshares), they remind us why their friendship works, because life is always better when you can laugh through the it together.It’s fun, honest, and a little bit wild, exactly what you’d expect from Kortney and Kenny.Follow Kenny:https://www.instagram.com/kennybrain/Connect with Kortney:https://www.instagram.com/allthingskortneywilsonhttps://www.instagram.com/shitstickoflifepodcast/https://shows.acast.com/the-shit-stick-of-lifeLeave Kortney a Message!https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdY4zS1pVhUJJ7hMvqpiG1jxiI0wT6HDBeUlpbZB7Qw38SILg/viewform?usp=headerHosted by Kortney WilsonProduced and Edited by Emma Stutts