https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/water-your-garden--7177927
Through honest conversations with entrepreneurs, thought leaders, creators, and everyday people with extraordinary stories, host Sarah Michals, and occasionally her husband Connor, explore what it takes to build a fulfilling life. From business and personal development to relationships, wellness, motherhood, mindset, and the lessons learned through life's biggest challenges, each episode uncovers insights that inspire meaningful growth.

Because growth doesn't happen by accident, it happens when we intentionally water our garden.]]>enSelf-ImprovementCopyright Woodward Sports Networkhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/8bd1dbd64518867542577168307903a2.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/water-your-garden--7177927Mon, 12 Oct 2026 09:14:53 +0000Woodward Sports NetworkWoodward Sports Networksarahmichalsmedia@gmail.comWater Your Garden presented by Woodward Girls Club is a wellness podcast rooted in the belief that personal growth begins with you taking the time to pour into yourself. Each episode is an invitation to do just that. You’ll hear from inspiring guests...
Through honest conversations with entrepreneurs, thought leaders, creators, and everyday people with extraordinary stories, host Sarah Michals, and occasionally her husband Connor, explore what it takes to build a fulfilling life. From business and personal development to relationships, wellness, motherhood, mindset, and the lessons learned through life's biggest challenges, each episode uncovers insights that inspire meaningful growth.

Because growth doesn't happen by accident, it happens when we intentionally water our garden.]]>true4b924e87-a5d1-5178-810a-34c90bfc87f6episodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/my-birth-story-24-hours-of-labor-an-emergency-c-section-scare-the-arrival-of-theo--75713988
In this deeply personal episode of Water Your Garden, Sarah and her husband, Connor, sit down for their first solo episode since welcoming their son, Theo, to share the full story of his birth. After nearly 24 hours of labor, Sarah was told to prepare for a C-section as concerns about Theo’s heart rate and her lack of progress mounted. Just when it seemed like surgery was inevitable, everything changed, and Sarah was given the opportunity to push.

Sarah opens up about the fear of feeling like her body was letting her down, the determination that carried her through labor, and the spiritual experience that helped her find the strength to keep going. Together, Sarah and Connor recount the moments leading up to Theo’s arrival, the intensity of delivery, and the unexpected physical toll that followed, including an infection, fever, and a difficult first night in the hospital.

They also reflect on what it was like to experience birth as a couple, why having someone in your corner matters more than you may realize, and how becoming parents gave them a new appreciation for just how incredible, and unpredictable, the experience of childbirth can be.

This is the honest version of Sarah’s birth story: the scary moments, the unexpected turns, the tears, the humor, and the moment they finally met their son.

If you're pregnant, preparing for birth, navigating postpartum, or simply curious about what childbirth can really look like, this conversation is a reminder that every birth story is different, and there is no single right way for it to unfold.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75713988Mon, 12 Oct 2026 09:01:18 +0000Woodward Sports NetworkWhat happens when the birth you planned looks completely different from the birth you imagined? In this deeply personal episode of Water Your Garden, Sarah and her husband, Connor, sit down for their first solo episode since welcoming their son,...
In this deeply personal episode of Water Your Garden, Sarah and her husband, Connor, sit down for their first solo episode since welcoming their son, Theo, to share the full story of his birth. After nearly 24 hours of labor, Sarah was told to prepare for a C-section as concerns about Theo’s heart rate and her lack of progress mounted. Just when it seemed like surgery was inevitable, everything changed, and Sarah was given the opportunity to push.

Sarah opens up about the fear of feeling like her body was letting her down, the determination that carried her through labor, and the spiritual experience that helped her find the strength to keep going. Together, Sarah and Connor recount the moments leading up to Theo’s arrival, the intensity of delivery, and the unexpected physical toll that followed, including an infection, fever, and a difficult first night in the hospital.

They also reflect on what it was like to experience birth as a couple, why having someone in your corner matters more than you may realize, and how becoming parents gave them a new appreciation for just how incredible, and unpredictable, the experience of childbirth can be.

This is the honest version of Sarah’s birth story: the scary moments, the unexpected turns, the tears, the humor, and the moment they finally met their son.

If you're pregnant, preparing for birth, navigating postpartum, or simply curious about what childbirth can really look like, this conversation is a reminder that every birth story is different, and there is no single right way for it to unfold.]]>2855false210fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-to-build-confidence-trust-that-everything-happens-for-a-reason-ariana-vitale--75574608
In this episode of Water Your Garden, Sarah sits down with Metro Detroit wellness coach, CPT, creator, and Woodward Girls Club podcaster Ariana Vitale for an honest conversation about confidence, growth, and becoming the best version of yourself.

Ariana shares how she’s learned to build confidence, stop comparing herself to other women, trust the timing of her life, and believe that even the things that don’t go according to plan can have a purpose. We talk about the moments that shaped her, what confidence really looks like behind the scenes, and why becoming your best self doesn’t mean you have to stop loving who you are today.

Plus, Ariana talks about building a community of nearly 100,000 women and why she decided to take the next step in her career by launching her own podcast with Woodward Girls Club.

If you’re in a season of figuring yourself out, building confidence, or wondering why something didn’t work out the way you hoped, it might be exactly the conversation you need to hear.

In this episode:
• Building confidence from the inside out
• Learning to stop comparing yourself to other women
• Trusting that everything happens for a reason
• Becoming your best self while accepting who you are today
• Lessons Ariana has learned through her own journey
• Building a community and turning your passion into a career
• Why she started her own podcast]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75574608Mon, 05 Oct 2026 09:01:10 +0000Woodward Sports NetworkWhat if the things that didn’t work out were actually leading you exactly where you were supposed to be? In this episode of Water Your Garden, Sarah sits down with Metro Detroit wellness coach, CPT, creator, and Woodward Girls Club podcaster Ariana...
In this episode of Water Your Garden, Sarah sits down with Metro Detroit wellness coach, CPT, creator, and Woodward Girls Club podcaster Ariana Vitale for an honest conversation about confidence, growth, and becoming the best version of yourself.

Ariana shares how she’s learned to build confidence, stop comparing herself to other women, trust the timing of her life, and believe that even the things that don’t go according to plan can have a purpose. We talk about the moments that shaped her, what confidence really looks like behind the scenes, and why becoming your best self doesn’t mean you have to stop loving who you are today.

Plus, Ariana talks about building a community of nearly 100,000 women and why she decided to take the next step in her career by launching her own podcast with Woodward Girls Club.

If you’re in a season of figuring yourself out, building confidence, or wondering why something didn’t work out the way you hoped, it might be exactly the conversation you need to hear.

In this episode:
• Building confidence from the inside out
• Learning to stop comparing yourself to other women
• Trusting that everything happens for a reason
• Becoming your best self while accepting who you are today
• Lessons Ariana has learned through her own journey
• Building a community and turning your passion into a career
• Why she started her own podcast]]>3023false29fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/from-survivor-to-entrepreneur-erinn-moss-on-reinventing-yourself-motherhood-while-working-redefining-success--75404682
We’re taking Water Your Garden LIVE at the International Women’s Show in Novi, Michigan, with Erinn Moss, Survivor: Tocantins finalist, entrepreneur, franchise owner, and mom of four.

Erinn’s story is a powerful reminder that your first chapter doesn’t have to determine your next. After competing on Survivor, navigating life alongside her husband David’s professional hockey career, and becoming a mom, Erinn found herself facing another major transition when David retired from the NHL. Without a business degree or a perfect plan, she took a chance on franchising, and went on to build multiple successful businesses, including two Drybar locations and a Pure Glow franchise.

In this inspiring conversation, Erinn and Sarah talk about:

• What Survivor taught her about confidence, resilience, reading people and trusting yourself
• Going from a hairstylist with no business background to a multi-business entrepreneur
• Taking the leap when you don't feel completely ready
• Reinventing yourself when one chapter of life comes to an end
• Building ambitious businesses while raising four boys
• The guilt women feel when trying to balance motherhood and work
• Why success isn't just about growth anymore
• How Erinn has created a life that makes room for both ambition and family
• Why you don't need to have all the answers, sometimes you just need to take the next right step

Erinn’s story is proof that you can change direction, start over, dream bigger and build something meaningful at any stage of life.

Because growth doesn’t happen by accident, you have to water it.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75404682Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0000Woodward Sports NetworkWhat if the next chapter of your life could be even better than the one you thought was the plan? We’re taking Water Your Garden LIVE at the International Women’s Show in Novi, Michigan, with Erinn Moss, Survivor: Tocantins finalist, entrepreneur,...
We’re taking Water Your Garden LIVE at the International Women’s Show in Novi, Michigan, with Erinn Moss, Survivor: Tocantins finalist, entrepreneur, franchise owner, and mom of four.

Erinn’s story is a powerful reminder that your first chapter doesn’t have to determine your next. After competing on Survivor, navigating life alongside her husband David’s professional hockey career, and becoming a mom, Erinn found herself facing another major transition when David retired from the NHL. Without a business degree or a perfect plan, she took a chance on franchising, and went on to build multiple successful businesses, including two Drybar locations and a Pure Glow franchise.

In this inspiring conversation, Erinn and Sarah talk about:

• What Survivor taught her about confidence, resilience, reading people and trusting yourself
• Going from a hairstylist with no business background to a multi-business entrepreneur
• Taking the leap when you don't feel completely ready
• Reinventing yourself when one chapter of life comes to an end
• Building ambitious businesses while raising four boys
• The guilt women feel when trying to balance motherhood and work
• Why success isn't just about growth anymore
• How Erinn has created a life that makes room for both ambition and family
• Why you don't need to have all the answers, sometimes you just need to take the next right step

Erinn’s story is proof that you can change direction, start over, dream bigger and build something meaningful at any stage of life.

Because growth doesn’t happen by accident, you have to water it.]]>3380false28fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-to-build-a-successful-career-in-media-get-ahead-bet-on-yourself-brad-galli--75270294
Brad Galli knows firsthand.

After 15 years at Channel 7, including three years working alongside me, Brad recently left traditional television to launch The Brad Galli Show and build his own media platform across YouTube and social media.

In this conversation, we go way beyond his career in Detroit sports. Brad shares the lessons he’s learned about becoming a top reporter, broadcaster and host, getting ahead in the industry, building an audience, and creating content that people actually want to watch.

We also have a very honest conversation about what it feels like to walk away from an incredibly successful career and bet on yourself, what the future of media looks like, and why building your own platform is becoming increasingly important for journalists, broadcasters, creators and entrepreneurs.

Whether you're an aspiring reporter, broadcaster, host, content creator or entrepreneur, or you're wondering how to take your own career to the next level, this episode is packed with practical advice, hard-earned lessons and encouragement to help you make it happen.

In this episode, we talk about:

• How to build an extraordinary career in media
• What separates great reporters, hosts and broadcasters from everyone else
• How to stand out and get ahead in a competitive industry
• The importance of relationships and building your personal brand
• How to start your own YouTube or social media platform
• What Brad learned from 15 years in television
• Why he decided to leave Channel 7 and bet on himself
• The future of journalism, television and digital media
• How the media industry is changing. and where it's headed
• What it takes to build an audience from scratch
• Brad's advice for anyone trying to break into broadcasting
• And why sometimes you have to take the leap before you feel completely ready

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75270294Mon, 21 Sep 2026 09:01:01 +0000Woodward Sports NetworkWhat does it actually take to build an extraordinary career in media, get ahead in a competitive industry, and eventually have the courage to build something of your own? Brad Galli knows firsthand. After 15 years at Channel 7, including three years...
Brad Galli knows firsthand.

After 15 years at Channel 7, including three years working alongside me, Brad recently left traditional television to launch The Brad Galli Show and build his own media platform across YouTube and social media.

In this conversation, we go way beyond his career in Detroit sports. Brad shares the lessons he’s learned about becoming a top reporter, broadcaster and host, getting ahead in the industry, building an audience, and creating content that people actually want to watch.

We also have a very honest conversation about what it feels like to walk away from an incredibly successful career and bet on yourself, what the future of media looks like, and why building your own platform is becoming increasingly important for journalists, broadcasters, creators and entrepreneurs.

Whether you're an aspiring reporter, broadcaster, host, content creator or entrepreneur, or you're wondering how to take your own career to the next level, this episode is packed with practical advice, hard-earned lessons and encouragement to help you make it happen.

In this episode, we talk about:

• How to build an extraordinary career in media
• What separates great reporters, hosts and broadcasters from everyone else
• How to stand out and get ahead in a competitive industry
• The importance of relationships and building your personal brand
• How to start your own YouTube or social media platform
• What Brad learned from 15 years in television
• Why he decided to leave Channel 7 and bet on himself
• The future of journalism, television and digital media
• How the media industry is changing. and where it's headed
• What it takes to build an audience from scratch
• Brad's advice for anyone trying to break into broadcasting
• And why sometimes you have to take the leap before you feel completely ready

]]>2845false27fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/winning-as-the-underdog-sam-kilgore-on-taking-risks-chasing-dreams-with-hgtv-building-a-family-you-love--75110778
In this episode of Water Your Garden, I’m sitting down with Sam Kilgore, one half of After Hours Farm, to talk about the story behind everything she and her husband, Sean, have built together. We’re going all the way back to how they met and the decision to buy their very first fixer-upper, long before they had renovation experience or knew where it would all lead.

Sam shares what it was really like transforming an abandoned historic home, how their renovation journey eventually landed them on HGTV, and what she learned from stepping into the spotlight and competing on national television.

We also talk about the part of Sam’s life that has changed everything: motherhood. She opens up about raising two little boys while running a creative business with her husband, working together as a couple, and creating a home that feels beautiful but still works for real family life.

Plus, we’re getting into all things design, from the trends Sam is loving right now, to where you should actually spend your money, how to add character to your home, and the mistakes she sees people make most often.

At the heart of it all is something Sam has become really good at: seeing potential where other people see something broken or ordinary.

And that might be the perfect metaphor for building a life, too.

What are you intentionally watering in your life right now?

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75110778Mon, 14 Sep 2026 09:01:10 +0000Woodward Sports NetworkWhat started with an abandoned farmhouse turned into a renovation journey, a business, HGTV, and a life Samantha Kilgore never could have planned. In this episode of Water Your Garden, I’m sitting down with Sam Kilgore, one half of After Hours Farm,...
In this episode of Water Your Garden, I’m sitting down with Sam Kilgore, one half of After Hours Farm, to talk about the story behind everything she and her husband, Sean, have built together. We’re going all the way back to how they met and the decision to buy their very first fixer-upper, long before they had renovation experience or knew where it would all lead.

Sam shares what it was really like transforming an abandoned historic home, how their renovation journey eventually landed them on HGTV, and what she learned from stepping into the spotlight and competing on national television.

We also talk about the part of Sam’s life that has changed everything: motherhood. She opens up about raising two little boys while running a creative business with her husband, working together as a couple, and creating a home that feels beautiful but still works for real family life.

Plus, we’re getting into all things design, from the trends Sam is loving right now, to where you should actually spend your money, how to add character to your home, and the mistakes she sees people make most often.

At the heart of it all is something Sam has become really good at: seeing potential where other people see something broken or ordinary.

And that might be the perfect metaphor for building a life, too.

What are you intentionally watering in your life right now?

]]>3257false26fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/from-mi-girl-to-professional-women-s-hockey-league-detroit-taylor-girard-on-chasing-your-dreams-making-history--74927936
Taylor Girard grew up right here in Michigan dreaming of playing hockey, and now, she’s coming home as a professional athlete and one of the first players to ever suit up for PWHL Detroit.

In this inspiring conversation, Taylor takes us back to where her love of hockey began, what it took to turn that passion into a professional career, and what it’s really like to be a woman competing at the highest level of her sport.

We talk about the incredible momentum behind women’s professional sports, the importance of seeing women athletes finally receive the spotlight and respect they deserve, and what it means to be part of this historic moment. Taylor also shares what went through her mind when she found out she would get to return to Michigan, represent her home state, and help build the very first PWHL Detroit team from the ground up.

Most importantly, Taylor opens up about the lessons hockey has taught her about resilience, believing in yourself, and continuing to pursue something even when the path isn't always clear.
Her story is a reminder that sometimes the dreams we nurture for years can bring us full circle, and that by continuing to water your own garden, you might just find yourself helping someone else grow theirs, too.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74927936Mon, 07 Sep 2026 09:01:37 +0000Woodward Sports NetworkThis week we’re taking Water Your Garden LIVE at the See You Sunday Market! Taylor Girard grew up right here in Michigan dreaming of playing hockey, and now, she’s coming home as a professional athlete and one of the first players to ever suit up for...
Taylor Girard grew up right here in Michigan dreaming of playing hockey, and now, she’s coming home as a professional athlete and one of the first players to ever suit up for PWHL Detroit.

In this inspiring conversation, Taylor takes us back to where her love of hockey began, what it took to turn that passion into a professional career, and what it’s really like to be a woman competing at the highest level of her sport.

We talk about the incredible momentum behind women’s professional sports, the importance of seeing women athletes finally receive the spotlight and respect they deserve, and what it means to be part of this historic moment. Taylor also shares what went through her mind when she found out she would get to return to Michigan, represent her home state, and help build the very first PWHL Detroit team from the ground up.

Most importantly, Taylor opens up about the lessons hockey has taught her about resilience, believing in yourself, and continuing to pursue something even when the path isn't always clear.
Her story is a reminder that sometimes the dreams we nurture for years can bring us full circle, and that by continuing to water your own garden, you might just find yourself helping someone else grow theirs, too.]]>1432false25fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/holly-campbell-live-talking-marriage-with-dan-campbell-motherhood-finding-home-in-detroit--74758391
In this LIVE episode of Water Your Garden (taped at the See You Sunday markets), I’m sitting down with Holly Campbell, wife of Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell, for an honest and personal conversation about the woman behind one of Detroit’s most recognizable families.

Holly takes us back to life before Detroit and before the NFL spotlight, including how she and Dan met, what attracted her to him, and what those early years of marriage and family life were really like. We talk about motherhood, marriage, navigating the highs and lows of an NFL season, and the things people often get wrong about being an NFL family.
And of course, we talk about Detroit, why Holly loves this city, what it has come to mean to her family, and the legacy she hopes to leave here.

Plus, we have some fun with a few unexpected rapid-fire questions about Holly and Dan that reveal what their life is really like behind closed doors.
At the heart of the conversation, we come back to the question behind Water Your Garden: What are you intentionally watering in your life right now?

Whether you're a Lions fan, a mom, a wife, a Detroiter, or simply someone trying to build a meaningful life while juggling a lot of different roles, this conversation is for you!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74758391Mon, 31 Aug 2026 09:01:32 +0000Woodward Sports Network“What does it look like to build a life, a marriage, and a family in the middle of the NFL spotlight?” In this LIVE episode of Water Your Garden (taped at the See You Sunday markets), I’m sitting down with Holly Campbell, wife of Detroit Lions head...
In this LIVE episode of Water Your Garden (taped at the See You Sunday markets), I’m sitting down with Holly Campbell, wife of Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell, for an honest and personal conversation about the woman behind one of Detroit’s most recognizable families.

Holly takes us back to life before Detroit and before the NFL spotlight, including how she and Dan met, what attracted her to him, and what those early years of marriage and family life were really like. We talk about motherhood, marriage, navigating the highs and lows of an NFL season, and the things people often get wrong about being an NFL family.
And of course, we talk about Detroit, why Holly loves this city, what it has come to mean to her family, and the legacy she hopes to leave here.

Plus, we have some fun with a few unexpected rapid-fire questions about Holly and Dan that reveal what their life is really like behind closed doors.
At the heart of the conversation, we come back to the question behind Water Your Garden: What are you intentionally watering in your life right now?

Whether you're a Lions fan, a mom, a wife, a Detroiter, or simply someone trying to build a meaningful life while juggling a lot of different roles, this conversation is for you!]]>1873false24fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-to-turn-your-passion-into-a-social-media-career-with-vanessa-chaverri-gratz--74615295
Vanessa Chaverri-Gratz never set out to build a career around her home. What started as a passion for historic houses, interiors, and creating a home with character eventually became The Gratz Life, a full-time career, a Magnolia Network show, and now a forthcoming book!

In this episode of Water Your Garden, Sarah & Connor sit down with Vanessa to talk about the journey from sharing her home online to building a business and audience around her unique perspective on design and intentional living. They talk about how she got started as a content creator, the moment she realized her passion could become a career, what it was like being discovered by Magnolia Network, and the lessons she's learned from turning something personal into something professional.

Vanessa also shares her philosophy behind creating a home that feels collected, layered, comfortable, and uniquely yours, and why she believes the best homes aren't necessarily the most perfect ones.

As she looks ahead to the 2027 release of her debut book, Vanessa opens up about taking big opportunities, trusting your instincts, and what she would tell someone who has a passion but doesn't know how to turn it into something more.

Because growth doesn't happen by accident, it happens when we intentionally water our garden.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74615295Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:09:59 +0000Woodward Sports Network“What happens when you take your passion and give yourself permission to see how far it can grow?” Vanessa Chaverri-Gratz never set out to build a career around her home. What started as a passion for historic houses, interiors, and creating a home...
Vanessa Chaverri-Gratz never set out to build a career around her home. What started as a passion for historic houses, interiors, and creating a home with character eventually became The Gratz Life, a full-time career, a Magnolia Network show, and now a forthcoming book!

In this episode of Water Your Garden, Sarah & Connor sit down with Vanessa to talk about the journey from sharing her home online to building a business and audience around her unique perspective on design and intentional living. They talk about how she got started as a content creator, the moment she realized her passion could become a career, what it was like being discovered by Magnolia Network, and the lessons she's learned from turning something personal into something professional.

Vanessa also shares her philosophy behind creating a home that feels collected, layered, comfortable, and uniquely yours, and why she believes the best homes aren't necessarily the most perfect ones.

As she looks ahead to the 2027 release of her debut book, Vanessa opens up about taking big opportunities, trusting your instincts, and what she would tell someone who has a passion but doesn't know how to turn it into something more.

Because growth doesn't happen by accident, it happens when we intentionally water our garden.]]>3848falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/why-betting-on-yourself-is-worth-the-risk-with-joey-namou--74174833
For years, Joey Namou was a familiar voice on Detroit's morning radio. Then he made a decision that many people wouldn't have, he walked away from a successful career to help build something of his own.

In this episode of Water Your Garden, Sarah and Connor sit down with Joey to talk about his journey from college student to radio personality, and finally, entrepreneur and CEO of Woodward Sports.They discuss taking risks, navigating career changes, building a business from the ground up, and the mindset required to bet on yourself… even when the outcome is uncertain.

They also dive into the secrets of working on a leading live morning radio show, the launch of Woodward Girls Club, and why creating opportunities for women in media is an important part of that vision.

Whether you're thinking about changing careers, starting a business, or simply looking for inspiration to take your next step, this conversation is full of practical insights and honest lessons about growth.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74174833Mon, 17 Aug 2026 10:00:04 +0000Woodward Sports Network“What happens when you walk away from your dream job to build something even bigger?” For years, Joey Namou was a familiar voice on Detroit's morning radio. Then he made a decision that many people wouldn't have, he walked away from a successful...
For years, Joey Namou was a familiar voice on Detroit's morning radio. Then he made a decision that many people wouldn't have, he walked away from a successful career to help build something of his own.

In this episode of Water Your Garden, Sarah and Connor sit down with Joey to talk about his journey from college student to radio personality, and finally, entrepreneur and CEO of Woodward Sports.They discuss taking risks, navigating career changes, building a business from the ground up, and the mindset required to bet on yourself… even when the outcome is uncertain.

They also dive into the secrets of working on a leading live morning radio show, the launch of Woodward Girls Club, and why creating opportunities for women in media is an important part of that vision.

Whether you're thinking about changing careers, starting a business, or simply looking for inspiration to take your next step, this conversation is full of practical insights and honest lessons about growth.]]>3502false22fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-truth-about-postpartum-what-every-new-parent-should-know-with-dr-ashlee-o-shell--73752847
For many new parents, postpartum can feel like stepping into the unknown. Between physical recovery, hormonal changes, sleepless nights, breastfeeding, and the emotional ups and downs of caring for a newborn, it's a season that often isn't talked about honestly enough.

In this episode of Water Your Garden, Sarah and Connor sit down with board-certified OB-GYN Dr. Ashlee O'Shell for an open and honest conversation about what every new parent should know before bringing home a baby. Drawing from both medical expertise and Sarah's recent postpartum experience, they unpack what's normal, what isn't, and how families can navigate this life-changing season with more confidence and compassion.

Whether you're expecting your first baby, supporting someone who is, or simply want to better understand the postpartum journey, this episode offers practical advice, reassurance, and the reminder that you don't have to figure it all out alone.

In this episode, you'll learn:
The difference between the baby blues and postpartum depression or anxiety
What's happening to your hormones after giving birth
What physical recovery really looks like
How partners can better support a new momThe biggest myths about postpartum recovery
When it's time to call your doctor, and when what you're experiencing is completely normal

Because growth doesn't happen by accident—it happens when we intentionally water our garden.







]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73752847Mon, 10 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0000Woodward Sports Network“What if the hardest part of having a baby isn't labor… it's everything that comes after?” For many new parents, postpartum can feel like stepping into the unknown. Between physical recovery, hormonal changes, sleepless nights, breastfeeding, and the...
For many new parents, postpartum can feel like stepping into the unknown. Between physical recovery, hormonal changes, sleepless nights, breastfeeding, and the emotional ups and downs of caring for a newborn, it's a season that often isn't talked about honestly enough.

In this episode of Water Your Garden, Sarah and Connor sit down with board-certified OB-GYN Dr. Ashlee O'Shell for an open and honest conversation about what every new parent should know before bringing home a baby. Drawing from both medical expertise and Sarah's recent postpartum experience, they unpack what's normal, what isn't, and how families can navigate this life-changing season with more confidence and compassion.

Whether you're expecting your first baby, supporting someone who is, or simply want to better understand the postpartum journey, this episode offers practical advice, reassurance, and the reminder that you don't have to figure it all out alone.

In this episode, you'll learn:
The difference between the baby blues and postpartum depression or anxiety
What's happening to your hormones after giving birth
What physical recovery really looks like
How partners can better support a new momThe biggest myths about postpartum recovery
When it's time to call your doctor, and when what you're experiencing is completely normal

Because growth doesn't happen by accident—it happens when we intentionally water our garden.







]]>3250falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/owner-of-the-pregnancy-bar-rhonda-sobh-on-trying-to-conceive-pregnancy-birth-plans-c-sections-breastfeeding-mom-shaming--72959467This episode is perfect no matter where you are in your journey with motherhood. We talk about tips for trying to conceive, how to combat nausea when pregnant, how to make a birth-plan, c-sections, Rhonda’s take on vaccines for newborns, mom-shaming, breastfeeding verse bottle-feeding, and a whole lot more. 
If you have any questions about being pregnant, giving birth, or choices when it comes to your newborn baby, this episode is for YOU!
DM @sarahmichals on instagram for the birth plan PDF!
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If you have any questions about being pregnant, giving birth, or choices when it comes to your newborn baby, this episode is for YOU!
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Head to our…ShopMy page: https://shopmy.us/shop/sarahmichalsInstagrams: https://www.instagram.com/sarahmichals/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sarah.michalsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahmichalsTV/]]>3798falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/saving-detroit-s-forgotten-dogs-with-executive-director-kristina-millman-rinaldi-the-whirlwind-story-of-the-city-s-first-no-kill-shelter-t--72959471While many know of Detroit Dog Rescue, few know of its origin story that dates back to 2010, involving the city’s rap scene, Discovery Channel, and a dark history of animal neglect. 
However, it’s thanks to the work of people like Kristina that animal welfare has gotten extremely better. Kristina’s and her teammates go out into the city and seek out these dogs that are left chained-up to freeze to death, starve to death, they truly are heroes in our community.
Today on the show Kristina is shedding light on what animal welfare really looks like today, the work that’s being done to save these animals, and how all of us can help.
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However, it’s thanks to the work of people like Kristina that animal welfare has gotten extremely better. Kristina’s and her teammates go out into the city and seek out these dogs that are left chained-up to freeze to death, starve to death, they truly are heroes in our community.
Today on the show Kristina is shedding light on what animal welfare really looks like today, the work that’s being done to save these animals, and how all of us can help.
Head to our…ShopMy page: https://shopmy.us/shop/sarahmichalsInstagrams: https://www.instagram.com/sarahmichals/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sarah.michalsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahmichalsTV/]]>3319falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/i-m-pregnant-how-we-found-out-in-europe-searching-for-pregnancy-tests-and-first-trimester-sickness--72959468In this episode of Water Your Garden Connor joins me on the mic once again to discuss the craziness of finding out I was pregnant while we were in Scotland with friends. We recount the whole day from each of our perspectives... not suprisingly they are very different, we also talk about the weeks following and I dive into the sickness that was my first trimester.
DM me on instagram your thoughts on this weeks episode and what you want to hear more of!
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DM me on instagram your thoughts on this weeks episode and what you want to hear more of!
Head to our…ShopMy page: https://shopmy.us/shop/sarahmichalsInstagrams: https://www.instagram.com/sarahmichals/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sarah.michalsFacebook:  https://www.facebook.com/sarahmichalsTV/]]>1183falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rethinking-birth-midwifery-safety-and-trusting-your-body-with-midwife-beth-barbeau--72959469In this episode of Water Your Garden, sit down with Beth Barbeau—mom, midwife, author, and founder of Indigo Forest: Healthy Births, Healthy Lives—for an honest, grounded conversation about pregnancy, birth, and what truly supports parents before, during, and after labor.
Beth shares her journey into midwifery, what “natural birth” really means (and what it doesn’t), and the biggest myths and fears she sees around midwife-led and holistic birth. We talk about the role of medical interventions, how to balance natural birth with safety, and why prenatal education and mental health support are just as important as the birth itself.
Whether you’re pregnant, planning for the future, supporting someone through birth, or simply curious about alternative models of care, this episode offers clarity, reassurance, and a powerful reframing of what birth can look like.
Head to our…ShopMy page: https://shopmy.us/shop/sarahmichalsInstagrams: https://www.instagram.com/sarahmichals/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sarah.michalsFacebook:  https://www.facebook.com/sarahmichalsTV/]]>6160f479-afb4-463c-baca-f3e8aca67241Mon, 26 Jan 2026 11:00:00 +0000Woodward Sports NetworkBirth doesn’t have to be something you fear. In this episode of Water Your Garden, sit down with Beth Barbeau—mom, midwife, author, and founder of Indigo Forest: Healthy Births, Healthy Lives—for an honest, grounded conversation about pregnancy,...In this episode of Water Your Garden, sit down with Beth Barbeau—mom, midwife, author, and founder of Indigo Forest: Healthy Births, Healthy Lives—for an honest, grounded conversation about pregnancy, birth, and what truly supports parents before, during, and after labor.
Beth shares her journey into midwifery, what “natural birth” really means (and what it doesn’t), and the biggest myths and fears she sees around midwife-led and holistic birth. We talk about the role of medical interventions, how to balance natural birth with safety, and why prenatal education and mental health support are just as important as the birth itself.
Whether you’re pregnant, planning for the future, supporting someone through birth, or simply curious about alternative models of care, this episode offers clarity, reassurance, and a powerful reframing of what birth can look like.
Head to our…ShopMy page: https://shopmy.us/shop/sarahmichalsInstagrams: https://www.instagram.com/sarahmichals/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sarah.michalsFacebook:  https://www.facebook.com/sarahmichalsTV/]]>3184truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-mysteek-rose-healed-her-kidney-infection-with-lymphatic-drainage-how-the-lymphatic-system-works--72959472Head to our…ShopMy page: https://shopmy.us/shop/sarahmichalsInstagrams: https://www.instagram.com/sarahmichals/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sarah.michalsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahmichalsTV/
#lymphaticsystem #lymphaticdrainagemassage #lymph #wellness #health #story #podcast]]>5fee47d0-22bd-451f-9e47-7660928ad796Mon, 12 Jan 2026 00:03:09 +0000Woodward Sports NetworkToday’s guest on Water Your Garden is Mysteek Rose, the founder of Lymph Nymph, a wellness brand devoted to helping people reconnect with their bodies through the power of lymphatic flow and self-care.We talk about how she says lymphatic drainage...Head to our…ShopMy page: https://shopmy.us/shop/sarahmichalsInstagrams: https://www.instagram.com/sarahmichals/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sarah.michalsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahmichalsTV/
#lymphaticsystem #lymphaticdrainagemassage #lymph #wellness #health #story #podcast]]>2670falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/why-i-left-tv-news-opening-up-about-some-of-my-hardest-moments-in-the-industry-and-journey-since--72959474It's a decision I haven't openly talked about until now. What better space than here on Water Your Garden. If you're at a crossroads in your life, or just looking for some good behind the scenes, this episode is for you!
Head to our…ShopMy page: https://shopmy.us/shop/sarahmichalsInstagrams:  https://www.instagram.com/sarahmichals/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sarah.michalsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahmichalsTV/]]>38d6a01f-c82d-4d42-86f4-b51b1328d32cSun, 04 Jan 2026 21:00:00 +0000Woodward Sports NetworkAfter nearly 10 years in TV News, working to climb the ladder, I left it all behind this summer.  It's a decision I haven't openly talked about until now. What better space than here on Water Your Garden. If you're at a crossroads in your life, or...It's a decision I haven't openly talked about until now. What better space than here on Water Your Garden. If you're at a crossroads in your life, or just looking for some good behind the scenes, this episode is for you!
Head to our…ShopMy page: https://shopmy.us/shop/sarahmichalsInstagrams:  https://www.instagram.com/sarahmichals/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sarah.michalsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahmichalsTV/]]>2552false112fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-this-professor-says-incorporating-meditation-saved-her-students-how-to-meditate-and-the-benefits--72959477Molly has spent more than two decades teaching sociology at the College for Creative Studies in Detroit, but what makes her story remarkable is the way she brought meditation into her classroom. Back in 2011, she integrated meditation into her classroom teaching — and the results have transformed her students’ lives. 
She’s the author of Tuning the Student Mind, and she’s on a mission to show how meditation can change not just the way we learn, but the way we live. Today, we’ll dive into her journey, what meditation really is, how to practice it, and the benefits it brings.
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She’s the author of Tuning the Student Mind, and she’s on a mission to show how meditation can change not just the way we learn, but the way we live. Today, we’ll dive into her journey, what meditation really is, how to practice it, and the benefits it brings.
Head to our…ShopMy page: ⁠https://shopmy.us/shop/sarahmichals⁠⁠Instagrams⁠⁠Tiktok⁠⁠Facebook]]>3539falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-detroit-s-colin-mcconnell-built-a-life-content-career-surrounding-kindness--72959483Colin McConnell, known to many as @colindetroit and @colin313, has captured millions of hearts by turning everyday acts of generosity into moments that ripple far beyond the people directly involved. From helping his Detroit neighbor Donald and his kids when they needed it most, to biking hundreds of miles to raise awareness for causes close to his heart, Colin has made kindness contagious. 
In a world where so much of our feeds are filled with division and negativity, Colin’s story is a reminder of what’s possible when we lead with empathy. 
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#kindness #motivation #inspire #podcast #detroit]]>052a855f-41f4-4bba-94c8-a0c6f181a042Mon, 27 Oct 2025 10:00:00 +0000Woodward Sports NetworkToday on Water Your Garden, we’re sitting down with someone who has built an entire online community around one simple but powerful thing, kindness.  Colin McConnell, known to many as @colindetroit and @colin313, has captured millions of hearts by...Colin McConnell, known to many as @colindetroit and @colin313, has captured millions of hearts by turning everyday acts of generosity into moments that ripple far beyond the people directly involved. From helping his Detroit neighbor Donald and his kids when they needed it most, to biking hundreds of miles to raise awareness for causes close to his heart, Colin has made kindness contagious. 
In a world where so much of our feeds are filled with division and negativity, Colin’s story is a reminder of what’s possible when we lead with empathy. 
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#kindness #motivation #inspire #podcast #detroit]]>3726falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dannie-rogers-on-life-as-the-detroit-lions-reporter-behind-the-scenes-beauty-secrets-and-advice-for-others-in-the-industry--72959473Today on Water Your Garden, I’m joined by someone who knows the Detroit Lions like very few people do, Lions reporter and host, Dannie Rogers.
Dannie has built her career in the heart of the NFL, covering one of the most passionate fan bases in football while carving out her own space as a woman in sports media. She’s been on the sidelines, inside the press room, and behind the mic, telling the stories that bring the game to life for fans.
In this episode, we talk about what it’s like to cover a team during such an exciting moment in their history, the challenges and triumphs of being a woman in a male-dominated field, and of course, we also dive into beauty, confidence, and what it takes to show up authentically both on and off camera.
So whether you’re a die-hard Lions fan, chasing your own career goals, or just curious about the world of sports reporting, you’re going to love this conversation with Dannie Rogers
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Dannie has built her career in the heart of the NFL, covering one of the most passionate fan bases in football while carving out her own space as a woman in sports media. She’s been on the sidelines, inside the press room, and behind the mic, telling the stories that bring the game to life for fans.
In this episode, we talk about what it’s like to cover a team during such an exciting moment in their history, the challenges and triumphs of being a woman in a male-dominated field, and of course, we also dive into beauty, confidence, and what it takes to show up authentically both on and off camera.
So whether you’re a die-hard Lions fan, chasing your own career goals, or just curious about the world of sports reporting, you’re going to love this conversation with Dannie Rogers
Head to our…⁠ShopMy page⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠Tiktok⁠⁠Facebook]]>2634false19fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-to-know-if-you-re-trying-to-get-pregnant-natural-ways-to-boost-fertility-the-symptoms-of-pcos-stories-of-hope-for-those-ttc--72959475Dr. Suruchi Thakore is a physician with Pinnacle Fertility who specializes in reproductive endocrinology and infertility, she is incredible. Located in Grand Rapids, Michigan, she came to Detroit to record with us and we’re so grateful because she is a wealth of knowledge.
In today’s episode Dr. Thakore and I talk about the main reasons she sees women struggling to conceive, the facts around how difficult it really is to get pregnant and why, if it’s true that more women are struggling than ever to get pregnant, foods that boost fertility, and ways that science can help you get pregnant.
We also talk about the signs and symptoms of PCOS, how to be an advocate for your own health, and Dr. Thakore shares stories of inspiration for those currently trying to conceive.
Share this episode with anyone you know who is trying to conceive, struggling with their hormones, or interested in learning more about their body. Dr. Thakore is sharing outstanding facts for all women to know regarding their health.
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In today’s episode Dr. Thakore and I talk about the main reasons she sees women struggling to conceive, the facts around how difficult it really is to get pregnant and why, if it’s true that more women are struggling than ever to get pregnant, foods that boost fertility, and ways that science can help you get pregnant.
We also talk about the signs and symptoms of PCOS, how to be an advocate for your own health, and Dr. Thakore shares stories of inspiration for those currently trying to conceive.
Share this episode with anyone you know who is trying to conceive, struggling with their hormones, or interested in learning more about their body. Dr. Thakore is sharing outstanding facts for all women to know regarding their health.
Click here⁠ to check out our ShopMy page.⁠Here⁠ to check out Sarah on instagram.⁠Here⁠ to check out Water Your Garden on instagram.⁠Here⁠ to check out Sarah on tiktok. ⁠Here⁠ to check out Sarah on Facebook.
Have an idea for Sarah or the show? DM her on instagram or email her at: sarahmichalsmedia@gmail.com.]]>3478falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/melissa-coulier-on-healing-her-lupus-pain-through-holistic-living-launching-her-wellness-business-meeting-dave-coulier-their-life-togeth--72959479Melissa Coulier is a wellness visionary, speaker, and co-founder of Live Well Lead Well, a company dedicated to helping women, and especially women leaders, thrive through holistic health, mindful movement, and sustainable self-care.
Melissa’s story is incredible. After being diagnosed with lupus in her 20s, she reimagined her life from the inside out, transforming her health, becoming pain-free and medication-free, and using that experience to inspire her mission of helping others.
Through Live Well Lead Well, Melissa now leads retreats, corporate workshops, and coaching programs designed to prevent burnout, build resilience, and create space for women to live and lead with clarity.
She’s also been by the side of her husband, actor Dave Coulier, during his recent cancer journey, supporting him with the same holistic approach she shares with her clients.
Melissa is a passionate advocate for reclaiming play, movement, and presence in our daily lives, and I’m so excited to dive into her story, her philosophy, and what it truly means to live well and lead well.
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Melissa’s story is incredible. After being diagnosed with lupus in her 20s, she reimagined her life from the inside out, transforming her health, becoming pain-free and medication-free, and using that experience to inspire her mission of helping others.
Through Live Well Lead Well, Melissa now leads retreats, corporate workshops, and coaching programs designed to prevent burnout, build resilience, and create space for women to live and lead with clarity.
She’s also been by the side of her husband, actor Dave Coulier, during his recent cancer journey, supporting him with the same holistic approach she shares with her clients.
Melissa is a passionate advocate for reclaiming play, movement, and presence in our daily lives, and I’m so excited to dive into her story, her philosophy, and what it truly means to live well and lead well.
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In today’s conversation with Nan we’re discussing everything skincare… is botox bad for you? Is preventative botox actually effective? What is up with salmon sperm facials! Are red light therapy masks worth the $$$? And what are all the it girls doing to maintain their seemingly glass skin?
Fellow skincare junkies… you’re going to love this one!
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In today’s conversation with Nan we’re discussing everything skincare… is botox bad for you? Is preventative botox actually effective? What is up with salmon sperm facials! Are red light therapy masks worth the $$$? And what are all the it girls doing to maintain their seemingly glass skin?
Fellow skincare junkies… you’re going to love this one!
Head to our…⁠ShopMy page⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠Tiktok⁠⁠Facebook]]>3016falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bo-shepherd-co-founder-of-woodward-throwbacks-on-how-to-furnish-your-home-sustainably-building-with-reclaimed-materials-and-design-do-s-d--72959484Bo is such a bad ass. 
We went to her home in Detroit to record this episodes, Bo and her partner are currently renovating their home while they live in it and it’s just… absolute art. I posted a tour of it on instagram, tiktok, and shorts, go check it out. 
Most everything in their home has been made with reclaimed materials, and that is the premise of Bo and her partner’s business Woodward Throwbacks. 
Woodward Throwbacks is a sustainable furniture and interior design studio that creates using materials that others are most often throwing away… we’re talking church pews, abandoned pieces of buildings, or liquor store signs.
In this conversation, Bo shares how her business was created, the grit it takes to be a business owner, and we dive head first into many design do and don’t myths... great design advice in this episode. 
Whether you’re a creative, a dreamer, or just someone who loves a good Detroit story, this episode is a must listen.
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We went to her home in Detroit to record this episodes, Bo and her partner are currently renovating their home while they live in it and it’s just… absolute art. I posted a tour of it on instagram, tiktok, and shorts, go check it out. 
Most everything in their home has been made with reclaimed materials, and that is the premise of Bo and her partner’s business Woodward Throwbacks. 
Woodward Throwbacks is a sustainable furniture and interior design studio that creates using materials that others are most often throwing away… we’re talking church pews, abandoned pieces of buildings, or liquor store signs.
In this conversation, Bo shares how her business was created, the grit it takes to be a business owner, and we dive head first into many design do and don’t myths... great design advice in this episode. 
Whether you’re a creative, a dreamer, or just someone who loves a good Detroit story, this episode is a must listen.
Head to our…⁠ShopMy page⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠Tiktok⁠⁠Facebook]]>2965falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/why-this-mom-of-two-started-a-herd-share-in-michigan-the-benefits-of-raw-milk-and-raising-your-own-chickens-in-the-suburbs--72959485Raw milk is milk that has not been pasteurized. In certain states like Michigan, you cannot legally buy raw milk unless you are a part of a “herd-share,” which is essentially when you buy into a share of a cow so you technically own some of the cow and it’s milk. All of this is how I found our guest today, Carrie Bindara of Bindara Family Farm in Gregory, Michigan. 
Carrie is a mom of two, who like many, recently grew concerned about the hormones and chemicals put into much of the dairy we consume.. as well as the treatment of the animals we consume. 
So Carrie started raising her own cow and chickens on her property and began a herd-share to, as she says, be a part of the solution, not the problem. 
In this conversation with Carrie we’re talking about how she went about getting her first cow, the lack of relationship we have with our food and where it came from, the benefits of raw milk, and if it’s really logical to raise your own chickens in the suburbs.
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Carrie is a mom of two, who like many, recently grew concerned about the hormones and chemicals put into much of the dairy we consume.. as well as the treatment of the animals we consume. 
So Carrie started raising her own cow and chickens on her property and began a herd-share to, as she says, be a part of the solution, not the problem. 
In this conversation with Carrie we’re talking about how she went about getting her first cow, the lack of relationship we have with our food and where it came from, the benefits of raw milk, and if it’s really logical to raise your own chickens in the suburbs.
Head to our…⁠ShopMy page⁠⁠Instagrams⁠⁠Tiktok⁠⁠Facebook]]>2212falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-benefits-of-beef-tallow-skincare-and-how-it-can-heal-your-skin-with-the-founders-of-tallow-me-pretty--72959478We get to spend the next 45 minutes with Lauren White and Danielle Krisafi, the founders of Tallow Me Pretty, a clean, beef tallow-based skincare line with no chemicals or synthetic ingredients. 
Their skincare line started because Lauren’s daughter had eczema that would not clear up, she’s telling us the whole story, PLUS! Lauren and Danielle are so generous and gave us an amazing discount code to shop with today, while you’re listening to the podcast go to their website you can use the code “GARDEN20” for 20% off their entire site! 
These girls were GLOWING during our interview, I’m excited to hear your thoughts!
Head to our…
ShopMy pageInstagramsTiktokFacebook]]>062fc9cd-2b1f-4101-8e0f-90ebd44a3f92Mon, 18 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0000Woodward Sports NetworkThe skincare junkie in me is jumping up and down for today’s episode, I’ve talked to so many girlfriends about this, and today we are learning all the facts surrounding beef tallow skincare. We get to spend the next 45 minutes with Lauren White and...We get to spend the next 45 minutes with Lauren White and Danielle Krisafi, the founders of Tallow Me Pretty, a clean, beef tallow-based skincare line with no chemicals or synthetic ingredients. 
Their skincare line started because Lauren’s daughter had eczema that would not clear up, she’s telling us the whole story, PLUS! Lauren and Danielle are so generous and gave us an amazing discount code to shop with today, while you’re listening to the podcast go to their website you can use the code “GARDEN20” for 20% off their entire site! 
These girls were GLOWING during our interview, I’m excited to hear your thoughts!
Head to our…
ShopMy pageInstagramsTiktokFacebook]]>2320falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kalin-sheick-founder-of-sweetwater-floral-on-how-to-pivot-and-start-your-own-business-why-lucky-girls-don-t-quit-and-being-a-mom-to-3-w--72959480Today on Water Your Garden we have Kalin Sheick, founder and owner of Sweetwater Floral in Walloon Lake Michigan. Not only does Kalin run one of the most successful boutique floral companies, she’s also a motivational speaker, empowering women across the world, a podcast host, a floral workshop leader, a wife, and a mom of three adorable little ones. However, Kalin didn’t become any of these things until she decided to take a leap of faith, and leave her career in TV news to start a floral business out of her garage.
We’re getting into it all, plus Kalin’s difficult journey to becoming a mom, how “lucky girls don’t quit,” and the not so pretty truth about starting a business from scratch. 
This episode is so inspiring, I got re-inspired editing it. We recorded this episode inside Kalin’s gorgeous floral shop so don’t be surprised if you hear some customers in the background or the fan a couple times. This episode is raw, hilarious, and inspiring.. just like Kalin.
Head to our…ShopMy pageInstagramTiktokFacebook]]>a939db7a-010e-4cf0-92cd-b79712982ce8Mon, 11 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0000Woodward Sports NetworkI am so excited for you to listen to this episode. The laughs, the advice, unmatched. Today on Water Your Garden we have Kalin Sheick, founder and owner of Sweetwater Floral in Walloon Lake Michigan. Not only does Kalin run one of the most successful...Today on Water Your Garden we have Kalin Sheick, founder and owner of Sweetwater Floral in Walloon Lake Michigan. Not only does Kalin run one of the most successful boutique floral companies, she’s also a motivational speaker, empowering women across the world, a podcast host, a floral workshop leader, a wife, and a mom of three adorable little ones. However, Kalin didn’t become any of these things until she decided to take a leap of faith, and leave her career in TV news to start a floral business out of her garage.
We’re getting into it all, plus Kalin’s difficult journey to becoming a mom, how “lucky girls don’t quit,” and the not so pretty truth about starting a business from scratch. 
This episode is so inspiring, I got re-inspired editing it. We recorded this episode inside Kalin’s gorgeous floral shop so don’t be surprised if you hear some customers in the background or the fan a couple times. This episode is raw, hilarious, and inspiring.. just like Kalin.
Head to our…ShopMy pageInstagramTiktokFacebook]]>3028falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-to-get-your-protein-through-plants-compost-and-leave-the-earth-better-than-how-we-found-it-ft-farmer-nick--72959481Today Sarah is sitting down with Nick Cutsumpas, aka Farmer Nick. Nick has grown a massive following on social media for sharing his knowledge of plant nutrition, gardening, and leaving the earth better than we found it. Nick recently moved to Michigan because of climate change, in this episode he talks about what he saw in LA that scares him, why he believes Michigan is a great place to put down roots, and how he’s building his dream home/farm here.
This episode will give you information on plant nutrition, chasing your dreams, climate change, and eco-friendly living.
Click here to check out our ShopMy page.Here to check out Sarah on instagram.Here to check out Water Your Garden on instagram.Here to check out Sarah on tiktok. Here to check out Sarah on Facebook.
Have an idea for Sarah or the show? DM her on instagram or email her at: sarahmichalsmedia@gmail.com.]]>5de96293-da29-4656-8372-af2a0e76447dMon, 04 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0000Woodward Sports NetworkWelcome to episode one of Water Your Garden with Sarah Michals! Today Sarah is sitting down with Nick Cutsumpas, aka Farmer Nick. Nick has grown a massive following on social media for sharing his knowledge of plant nutrition, gardening, and leaving...Today Sarah is sitting down with Nick Cutsumpas, aka Farmer Nick. Nick has grown a massive following on social media for sharing his knowledge of plant nutrition, gardening, and leaving the earth better than we found it. Nick recently moved to Michigan because of climate change, in this episode he talks about what he saw in LA that scares him, why he believes Michigan is a great place to put down roots, and how he’s building his dream home/farm here.
This episode will give you information on plant nutrition, chasing your dreams, climate change, and eco-friendly living.
Click here to check out our ShopMy page.Here to check out Sarah on instagram.Here to check out Water Your Garden on instagram.Here to check out Sarah on tiktok. Here to check out Sarah on Facebook.
Have an idea for Sarah or the show? DM her on instagram or email her at: sarahmichalsmedia@gmail.com.]]>2478falsefull