100th episode!!!!! I seriously cannot believe it. Two years ago, starting this show, I had no idea if anyone would ever listen to this thing. I had no idea what I was doing, but I had a dream and a passion to share stories. I have had 99 amazing guests with some really incredible stories and experiences that need to be heard. And that's where YOU come in. You guys have been so faithful to listen every week, to give me good feedback, to suggest guests and make connections and to be my biggest cheerleaders. I am so unbelievably thankful for each of you. I know that sounds cliché, but I couldn't be more genuine. I wish I could give each of you a hug and kiss on each cheek and tell you thank you. Really really. So, thank you from the bottom of my heart for listening and for sharing the show with your friends.
To celebrate the 100th episode, I invited my favorite guest of all time back, my husband Aaron Ivey. But we did something a little different. For one, we had a few friends join us. We've never had a live audience, but it was so fun to have the peanut gallery chime in and give a few laughs. And secondly, on today's show, I am in the hot seat. Over the past couple of weeks, y'all sent in questions for me – everything from how I stay so fit (ha!), how I balance family and ministry, what I am reading, to who my dream guests are. Aaron had a few surprises up his sleeve, which brought me to tears a few times. I hope you love this show as much as you have loved the previous 99. I am over the moon grateful.
{You can listen to the show HERE. And of course, I would love if you would share with your friends. Just use the FB & Twitter links at the end of this post!}
Links from the Show
God's Design for Sex by Stan & Brenna Jones + Bread and Wine by Shauna Niequist + How Children Succeed by Paul Tough + Daring Greatly by Brené Brown + The Invention of Wings by Sue Monk Kidd
Mud Stories with Jacque Watkins: Episode 75 with Jamie Ivey
The Glorious in the Mundane with Christy Nockels: Episode 5 with Jamie Ivey
My friends that are doing amazing things: Buffalo Quilts, Common Folk Table Co., Honeycomb Baby Goods, BeautyCounter, Lularoe, Waterloo Style
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Hi Jamie! I go to the North Campus of the Stone and found your podcast through a girl in my MC. Adoption has always been on my heart, but every time I hear about your story or your guests’ stories, I sense God telling me that is His plan for me someday (even though I’m currently 22 and single). So thank you for that encouragement! Your podcasts make my 45 minute drive so short and I can’t wait to listen to the next one after I finish an episode!
I LOVE your podcast Jamie! I continually get encouragement, laughs, and tears from your shows and I recommend it almost every day to a girlfriend. This 100th episode was awesome, I love the ‘100 things I love about Jamie’. My girl tribe/IF table surprised me with something similar for my 30th birthday on a girls trip and it was the BEST gift I’ve ever received! I have discovered so many amazing and inspiring women thanks to your show. PS we want to see a picture of the quilt Aaron bought you!
~Shawna
Jamie, I loved this episode. You and Aaron are great together. Also your laugh just made my day.
Hi Jamie — loved the show! Do you have a link to the books you share with your kids about the birds and the bees?
Hi Kim! The book is linked in this post! Thanks for listening!
I have loved all 100 of your podcasts! I couldn’t get through my mama chores without it. In case you’re looking for more guests for your next 100 (I know you are!), I have a great one to recommend. Leslie Bauer is a Colorado, Jesus-loving mom, that has a powerful story of pursuing God through depression. You can find her at http://www.lesliemariebauer.com. Just had to give my input on your next “century” of podcasts! Thanks for all you do!