What happens when America’s Sweetheart takes off the uniform, sits down for a pod and gets real? In this episode, I sit down with Reece Allman, Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader, and we cover it all: faith, marriage, public criticism, and the kind of joy you have to fight for when the spotlight is bright.

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS:

Go to ⁠⁠⁠Quince.com/realtalk⁠⁠⁠ for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order!

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This one feels like you’re in the backseat with us. On the drive home from LO Conference with Sadie Robertson Huff, my girlfriends and I hit record and just started talking—about the joys and the oh boys, the wild and wonderful moments from the week, and life in this season.Think of it as unfiltered car chatter with your besties: the kind where you laugh till you cry, process what God is doing, and swap stories you won’t find on the highlight reel. From surreal encounters (like a certain well-known artist stopping by) to the little lessons tucked inside the chaos, we’re letting you in on the ride home conversation. So, buckle up!! You’re about to be a fly on the wall with us.

CONNECT FURTHER WITH RACHEL: https://rachelawtrey.com/

ORDER RACHEL’S BOOK: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://rstyle.me/+hZ4zlRKm6FthvVDNMjyy6A⁠⁠⁠⁠

SOCIAL MEDIA: https://www.instagram.com/realtalkpodcast https://www.instagram.com/rachel.awtrey/

CONTACT: [email protected]

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS:

ADVERTISE ON THE SHOW:

To inquire about host-read ads or to become the show’s next Presenting Sponsor, please send an email to [email protected]

EPISODE CREDITS:

Podcast Cover Photography: Jay Barr Photography

Podcast Post Production and Management: Cait and Phillip Howard of Amplify Boutique

Intro Music: "Luxurious" by Sunny Tones

DISCLAIMERS:

The views and opinions expressed in each episode are those of the individual contributors and do not necessarily reflect those of the podcast host and team or the owner of this Intellectual Property. This podcast is not an authority of legal advice, and listeners are encouraged to seek professional counsel with regard to their brand, business, and otherwise. We all hope you enjoy and find value in each episode.

Many of the product and service promotions in each episode are under the negotiated terms of affiliate or sponsorship agreements. If a link is clicked and a purchase is made, an affiliate commission may be received. However, we recommend products or services that we personally endorse and believe may be beneficial to others. This information is disclosed in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today is for the ones that think "I just need a break" are getting tired, overwhelmed, worn out and need a reset. I HEAR YOU!

Dr. Alison is helping us name what's hard, tame our guilt and transform us into brave action!! So many good "aha" moments, practical next steps and more today!

CONNECT FURTHER WITH RACHEL: https://rachelawtrey.com/

ORDER RACHEL’S BOOK: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://rstyle.me/+hZ4zlRKm6FthvVDNMjyy6A⁠⁠⁠

CONNECT WITH DR. ALISON COOK: https://www.dralisoncook.com/

GET "I Shouldn't Feel This Way" by Dr. Alison: https://amzn.to/3IqzOu5

SOCIAL MEDIA: https://www.instagram.com/realtalkpodcast https://www.instagram.com/rachel.awtrey/

CONTACT: [email protected]

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS:

ADVERTISE ON THE SHOW:

To inquire about host-read ads or to become the show’s next Presenting Sponsor, please send an email to [email protected]

EPISODE CREDITS:

Podcast Cover Photography: Jay Barr Photography

Podcast Post Production and Management: Cait and Phillip Howard of Amplify Boutique

Intro Music: "Luxurious" by Sunny Tones

DISCLAIMERS:

The views and opinions expressed in each episode are those of the individual contributors and do not necessarily reflect those of the podcast host and team or the owner of this Intellectual Property. This podcast is not an authority of legal advice, and listeners are encouraged to seek professional counsel with regard to their brand, business, and otherwise. We all hope you enjoy and find value in each episode.

Many of the product and service promotions in each episode are under the negotiated terms of affiliate or sponsorship agreements. If a link is clicked and a purchase is made, an affiliate commission may be received. However, we recommend products or services that we personally endorse and believe may be beneficial to others. This information is disclosed in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Recorded live in Nashville, this episode is pure spur-of-the-moment fun with my friends Chandler Ashcraft (@chanwiththeboys) and Nicole Warren (@nicole_thenomad)! Together, we dive into what it really looks like to hold onto joy in the middle of the hard and we even pull in stories, questions, and joy-filled recommendations from the audience right there in the room.From honest reflections to what’s currently bringing us joy, this conversation feels like sitting down with new friends who just get it. You’ll laugh, you’ll be encouraged, and you’ll walk away with practical, joy-sparking takeaways to carry into your own life. It’s one of those episodes that reminds you joy doesn’t have to wait for the perfect season  it can show up right in the middle of the messy one.

ORDER RACHEL’S BOOK: ⁠⁠⁠https://rstyle.me/+hZ4zlRKm6FthvVDNMjyy6A⁠⁠⁠

CONNECT FURTHER WITH RACHEL: https://rachelawtrey.com/

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if the best part of the dream wasn’t hitting the milestone—but what you do after it happens?

Fresh off the release of her new book Love Your Life (Even When You Don’t Like It), Rachel is joined by her wise, joy-filled friends to reflect on book launch highs, navigating busy seasons without burning out, and how to partner with God through both momentum and mess. From practical strategies to keep your body, mind, and emotions grounded, to big truths about healing, celebration, and grit—this episode is an invitation to slow down, look up, and run your race well.

ORDER RACHEL’S BOOK: ⁠⁠https://rstyle.me/+hZ4zlRKm6FthvVDNMjyy6A⁠⁠

CONNECT FURTHER WITH RACHEL: https://rachelawtrey.com/

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if rest wasn’t a reward—but the way through your overwhelm?

Tara shares her personal journey of hitting a breaking point, how God met her there, and why the gospel isn’t about hustle—it’s about abiding. You’ll walk away with practical tools to evaluate what truly belongs in your life, how to set godly priorities, and what to do when you’re drowning in good things but still feel empty.

Whether you're racing through life at 100mph or just craving more margin and meaning, this episode is your reminder that Jesus isn’t asking you to do it all—He’s asking you to walk with Him.

ORDER RACHEL’S BOOK: ⁠https://rstyle.me/+hZ4zlRKm6FthvVDNMjyy6A⁠

CONNECT FURTHER WITH RACHEL: https://rachelawtrey.com/

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if changing your mind was actually the bravest thing you could do?

In this episode, Rachel sits down with Stephanie May Wilson to talk all about the power of the pivot and when life nudges (or shoves!!!) you in a totally new direction. We dig into what it looks like to pursue a calling that feels wildly different from your current path, why giving yourself permission to change is so hard (but so holy), and how to navigate transitions with faith, courage, and clarity. Whether you’re standing at a crossroads or just feeling that gentle tug to try something new, this conversation is packed with encouragement to trust the process and take the next right step.

ORDER RACHEL’S BOOK: https://rstyle.me/+hZ4zlRKm6FthvVDNMjyy6A

CONNECT FURTHER WITH RACHEL: https://rachelawtrey.com/

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

ORDER RACHEL'S BOOK!! https://rstyle.me/+ZbfTHdSNom9-QksyCCEJTA

CONNECT FURTHER WITH RACHEL: https://rachelawtrey.com/

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rachel sits down with Toni Collier — speaker, author, and founder of Broken Crayons Still Color — to talk about her new book Don’t Try This Alone: The Power of the Right People in Your Life.

Together they unpack what it really means to let people in when you feel messy, why true healing happens in the context of community, and how to find (or rebuild) a circle that’s safe and life-giving.

Whether you’re walking through a hard season, craving deeper friendships, or wondering if you can really trust others again, this episode will remind you that you don’t have to do it all on your own and you’re not meant to.

ORDER RACHEL’S BOOK: rachelawtrey.com/book

ORDER TONI’S BOOK: https://www.tonijcollier.com/notalone

CONNECT FURTHER WITH RACHEL: https://rachelawtrey.com/

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this heartfelt and unfiltered episode, Rachel Awtrey sits down to share the kind of big sister wisdom most of us wish someone had told us sooner. With her signature blend of warmth, wit, and straight talk, Rachel tackles the lies we believe about our worth, our bodies, and our calling — and replaces them with truth that sets us free.

From why you should stop shrinking to make others comfortable, to how to pray and set boundaries at the same time, Rachel delivers a powerful reminder that you are already loved, already enough, and already equipped to step into the life God has for you.

If you’ve ever struggled with comparison, people-pleasing, fear of taking the next step, or wondering if your life really makes an impact — this episode is for you.

ORDER RACHEL’S BOOK: https://rstyle.me/+hZ4zlRKm6FthvVDNMjyy6A

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices