Made For More Momcast

What do you do when your body won’t cooperate, but your purpose still won’t quit?

In this episode of the Made for More Momcast, Shannon sits down with Kari Poppleton, an inspiring entrepreneur who’s built a meaningful online business while working from bed most days. Kari shares how the internet gave her the freedom to keep using her gifts, support her family, and help other business owners become more confident, capable CEOs, even in seasons where life feels uncertain.

Together, we talk about what it really looks like to do hard things when you don’t know what’s coming next… and why tracking your numbers matters more than your feelings on the hard days. Because momentum is built on truth and numbers don’t lie.

You’ll walk away encouraged, grounded, and reminded that even when life is heavy, there’s still something you can do—and it can change everything.

In this episode, we cover:

Building a business in a hard season (and why it still counts)

How online business can create real freedom for families

Why your mindset matters but your metrics matter too

“Numbers don’t lie”: what to track when you feel stuck or discouraged

Being an example to your kids that hard things can still be done

If you’ve been feeling limited, overwhelmed, or unsure what’s next, this conversation will give you hope, practical clarity, and the nudge to keep going… with truth you can measure.

See how you can connect with Kari at https://www.karipoppleton.com/

In this episode, Shannon Marie Bennett sits down with MS health coach Alene Brennan to talk about the real-life path from an MS diagnosis to feeling empowered in your everyday healing habits. Alene shares why sustainable change starts with stability and consistency, and how to create a doable diet and lifestyle that fits the season you’re in—especially if you’re juggling motherhood, business, marriage, and still want a life (yes, travel and girls’ nights included).

You’ll hear an honest conversation about letting go of perfection, building flexibility into your routines, and why “real world” habits are the ones that actually last. They also reflect on how a diagnosis can feel heavy at first, but over time can become a source of clarity, data-driven insight, and purpose—helping other women feel less alone and more equipped on their own health journey.

In this episode, we cover:

Why consistency matters more than perfection

How to build sustainable healing habits as a busy mom

Making nutrition and lifestyle changes that work in real life

Turning a diagnosis into wisdom, resilience, and impact for others

What happens when a successful corporate strategist feels the pull toward something deeper, more meaningful, and more aligned with who she’s becoming, not just as a professional, but as a mom?

In this inspiring episode of the Made for More Momcast, Shannon talks with Jen Wright, founder of Wellspired Co, about the courageous leap she took from a secure corporate career into the world of health and wellness coaching. Jen shares how her passion for supporting women ; especially moms, navigating pregnancy, maternity leave, and the transition back to work, eventually led her to become a nationally board-certified wellness coach and later a mentor to coaches building their own practices.

Together, Shannon and Jen dive into:

✨ What it really feels like to leave corporate for a purpose-driven career

✨ How becoming a mom reshapes identity, confidence, and work-life expectations

✨ The surprising struggles women face returning to work after maternity leave

✨ Why entrepreneurship becomes the most intense personal development journey

✨ The life lessons our kids learn watching us chase our dreams

✨ How celebrations, gratitude, and vision strengthen your family culture

If you’re a mom standing on the edge of a big career decision, feeling that tug toward something more meaningful or you're a coach craving clarity and confidence, this episode will remind you that you are absolutely Made for More.

In this inspiring episode of the Made for More Momcast, Shannon sits down with Ashley Ebert of The Abundance Group; a powerhouse coach, former wedding business owner, and fierce advocate for building a business that supports a freedom-centered life. Ashley opens up about the mistakes she made along the way, the lessons that shaped her leadership, and the journey that led to successfully exiting her wedding business.

Known for her deep commitment to family, Ashley shares why she refuses to build a business that controls her time or pulls her away from the people who matter most. Instead, she teaches wedding pros how to create scalable systems that allow them to grow, thrive, and ultimately design a life where business serves their family—not the other way around.

Whether you're a wedding planner, photographer, creative entrepreneur, or simply craving more freedom from your business, this conversation is packed with wisdom, honesty, and actionable insights. Tune in to learn how to build a business you're proud of, while being the mom you want to be raising kids, prepare for the next stage of growth, and move confidently toward a seven-figure exit with intention and heart.

In this episode of the Made for More Momcast, Shannon Marie Bennett sits down with Kerry Scardino, founder of Skinchanted, to explore how one mom turned her passion for holistic wellness into a thriving CBD and natural skincare brand.

Kerry shares how her journey began with a mission to heal, both herself and others—through plant-based products that nurture the body and calm the mind. From overcoming doubt to learning the ropes of running a wellness business, Kerry opens up about balancing motherhood, mindfulness, and entrepreneurship with heart and hustle.

Whether you're a mom dreaming of launching your own natural product line or simply curious about the growing world of CBD wellness, this conversation will leave you feeling inspired, grounded, and ready to grow naturally.

In this inspiring episode of the Made for More Momcast, host Shannon Marie Bennett sits down with powerhouse entrepreneur Julie Chenell — co-founder of Funnel Gorgeous and author of Million Dollar Grit.

Julie opens up about what it really takes to grow a million-dollar brand as a mom, leader, and creative visionary. From single motherhood to scaling Funnel Gorgeous into a 7-figure digital marketing empire, Julie shares the unfiltered truth behind the grit that fueled her success.

You’ll hear how she turned obstacles into opportunity, built a business rooted in purpose, and learned to balance faith, family, and fierce ambition. Together, Shannon and Julie unpack what it means to show up with courage, to build something that lasts, and to create impact without losing who you are in the process.

✨ In this episode, you’ll learn:

How Million Dollar Grit was born and what it really means for women in business

The mindset shifts that separate hobbyists from high-earning entrepreneurs

Why Julie believes grit matters

How to lead with integrity and authenticity in a noisy online world

The secret to building a brand that’s both profitable and purpose-driven

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If you’ve ever wondered how to stay grounded while chasing big dreams, and staying steady in your faith along the way, this episode will leave you believing you’re truly made for more.

In this inspiring episode of the Made for More Momcast, host Shannon Marie Bennett sits down with Abby Springmann, a brand photographer, educator, and mom who turned her creative passion into a mission-driven business built on freedom, strategy, and family.

Abby shares the heartfelt evolution of her photography journey, from documenting weddings filled with emotion to directing intentional brand stories that help entrepreneurs visually communicate their message. She opens up about how she discovered photography by accident in a college darkroom, fell in love with the process, and eventually built a thriving business that lets her merge art with marketing.

But the story doesn’t stop there. Abby gets real about motherhood, boundaries, and redefining success after eight and a half years of infertility — a season that taught her what truly matters. With grace and gratitude, she reveals how waiting shaped her heart, her home, and her work, leading her to value both creative freedom and family flexibility.

You’ll hear how Abby transitioned from nights and weekends shooting weddings to weekday work that allows her to homeschool with her husband, and still pursue her passion full-time. She shares how she and her husband built a life rooted in freedom, faith, and intentional boundaries—learning that being a good mom and a successful entrepreneur aren’t competing goals, they’re complementary callings.

Abby also dives into:

✨ The key differences between wedding photography and brand photography (and why one is emotional while the other is strategic)

✨ How to translate intangible ideas into powerful, tangible visuals for marketing

✨ The freedom that comes with creating your own schedule and defining success on your own terms

✨ Why she believes creativity isn’t just about beauty — it’s about purpose

✨ What it means to “be where your feet are” as both a mom and business owner

Whether you’re a creative entrepreneur, photographer, or mom balancing business and family, this episode will leave you inspired to design a life that reflects your values — not just your workload. Abby’s story is a reminder that you don’t have to choose between passion and presence, or between running a business and raising your kids. You can do both — beautifully.

About Abby Springmann:

Abby is a creative brand photographer, podcast host of The Artisan CEO, and educator for photographers who want to blend artistry with business strategy. She’s passionate about helping entrepreneurs tell their stories visually while keeping faith and family at the center of it all.

Find her on Instagram @abbygracephoto

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In this episode of the Made for More Momcast, Shannon Marie Bennett sits down with online business trailblazer Alison J. Prince , a mom, mentor, and multi-million-dollar entrepreneur who built her empire from home with her kids by her side.

Together, they get real about what it takes for moms in business to rise above the noise, build purpose-driven brands, and stay grounded while chasing big dreams. Alison shares how she turned her “Because I Can” mindset into a movement that empowers women in business everywhere to believe in themselves, take action, and learn exactly how to sell online with confidence.

Shannon credits Alison’s teaching and expertise as the spark that started her own business journey, leading her to where she is today. Both women now share a deep appreciation for mentorship and continued growth, working alongside their own mentor, Julie Chenell, as they each continue to expand their influence, impact, and faith-filled businesses.

Alison also opens up about motherhood along the way; the messy, magical balance between raising kids and running companies and how her definition of success has evolved. She reflects on the seasons of building her online empire and reveals where her heart (and business) are headed next as she focuses on deeper impact, freedom, and faith-driven purpose.

If you’ve ever wondered whether you can run a successful business and still show up fully for your family, this episode will prove you can.

What does it really mean to be made for more? In this inspiring conversation, Shannon Marie Bennett sits down with marketing and retreat queen, creative powerhouse Amber Housley to talk about stepping into the life and business you were meant to create. Amber shares how to stop settling for “just okay,” trust the ideas placed on your heart, and turn them into meaningful action.

Whether you’re a mom dreaming of launching something new, an entrepreneur ready to grow with purpose, or a woman craving more alignment and joy, this episode will remind you that your ideas exist for a reason and you’re fully capable of bringing them to life.

Tune in to learn how to embrace your calling, build with confidence, and boldly create the life you’re meant to live.

What happens when creativity, inclusion, and community collide? In this inspiring episode of the Made for More Momcast, Shannon Marie Bennett sits down with Melissa Smith, founder of Backlight Productions, a nonprofit theater company empowering adults with disabilities to step into the spotlight, all while raising her two children side by side.

Melissa shares how Backlight transforms lives by helping students unlock hidden strengths, experience joy, and shine on stage in ways that ripple far beyond the theater. From powerful performances to life changing friendships, you’ll hear how this nonprofit organization is rewriting the narrative of what’s possible for adults with special needs.

Whether you’re a parent, creative entrepreneur, Broadway theater lover, or someone who believes in celebrating every ability, this conversation will leave you moved, hopeful, and ready to see people’s differences in a whole new light.

Discover how Backlight Productions is proving that when joy leads the way, strengths always shine.