Stacked Keys Podcast

This episode is the 50th!!!! To celebrate Stacked Keys Podcast, we are bringing you into a family interview. Becca and Tori Stackhouse are taking the interview seat and turning it on the host, Amy Stackhouse. You’ll hear stories and get the low down on the threads that hold the family together. Talk of career paths, faith, family and fun are throughout this interview. Join in!Music "STOMP" used by permission from Donica Knight Holdman and Jim Huff

Music "STOMP" used by permission of artist Donica Knight Holdman and Jim Huff

Though this is posting during the pandemic, it was recorded much earlier. One of the guests is in the nursing field and so we honor her and those who continue to provide healthcare to us daily. This episode is one that brings much insight and wisdom to the podcast. Carol Huber and Amy Huber Ziebart join us with stories of their careers, their family and interacting in community. Carol is a retired teacher who gave to her students more than just the lessons of the classroom and we talk about meeting former students and getting that affirmation that makes you know it is all worth it. She has raised three children, one of whom is developmentally delayed and Carol shares insights of the challenges, opportunities and blessings. Amy is a nurse and talks openly about her passion and desire to be at the important moments in the lives of her patients. With peeks into motherhood and how juggling home and work…and a bit of reminiscing with host Amy Stackhouse…you’ll be sure to crack a smile The memories of one young girl as she babysat can still bring laughter. There’s heart to this family and the ideas of “can do” run deep. An update from the time of recording is that Amy did go back and hit the books to get her masters and so she studies elbow to elbow with her boys...even moreso since they are home early due to school closing during the pandemic. Tune in!Song used by permission "STOMP" written by Donica Knight Holdman and Jim Huff

Music "STOMP" used by permission of artist Donica Knight Holdman and Jim Huff

This episode is terrific insight to education and the idea of learning from preschool to adulthood. Millie Cosme is about community and education and she is committed to how to change up learning so that you don’t see someone fall through the cracks. What a perfect time to have this discussion! She created Nurturing Minds Tutorial in Milledgeville, Georgia which is an organization that is very much a part of the community as they tutor, work alongside the school system and hold learning camps. Mille shares some parenting insights and talks of her son, Amun Cosme sharing of his entrepreneurial spirit and what the sport of Mixed Martial Arts has created for him. She has tremendous excitement that spills over and you will be inspired by some of her concepts of fundamentals of building from the bottom up. Securing our future one mind at a time is the motto and even in the toughest times, they do not lose sight of that desire.Song used by permission "STOMP" written by Donica Knight Holdman and Jim Huff

Music "STOMP" used by permission of artist Donica Knight Holdman and Jim Huff

The opportunity to tap into the world of a mom is a joy and treasure. Angela Davidson is a mom of three with a balanced family, work and life load that she handles incredibly smoothly. She is an intentional parent and unapologetically sets boundaries for her sons. Listen in as she talks about parenting decisions and choices that she and husband Stuart have set forth in raising their family. We dive into many topics that range from raising the kids, to their adoption road— to what it’s like to be in the public eye. There are many obstacles for kids these days and one of her concerns is that if adults have trouble managing social media, how can teens manage it any better? The word “No” is not something she’s afraid of saying to her kids. They are an amazingly open family in their talks with their sons and that is something to take away and know that you may not be alone. Angela is a sports mom and can relate to those demands that come along with that territory and she learns a little flexibility on that front. You’ll find it fascinating to hear how this family figures out the opportunities to emphasize the kid’s interests and talents.Song used by permission "Stomp" written by DOnica Knight Holdman and Jim Huff

Music "STOMP" used by permission of artist Donica Knight Holdman and Jim Huff

What do you want? That is the question this guest dives into in order to even begin to embrace her day. This episode is a fantastic view into the life of a full time realtor who is an amazing asset for people as they make some of the biggest decisions of their lives with a front row seat. Terra Jorgensen is on this episode and she balances career, family and community and creates self motivation to keep going. She is a goal setter and one who works hard to find a connection with her clients and the key is that they become much like family. You’ll hear her talk about the curve balls and her motivation for what she does. Terra talks about her family and can share some of the mom tips that keep her connected and in tune. Listen to hear the big challenge she is gearing up for as the graduation gift to one of her sons and let it grab your heart.Song used by permission “Stomp” written by Donica Knight Holdman and Jim Huff

Music "STOMP" used by permission of artist Donica Knight Holdman and Jim Huff

This episode features Donica Knight Holdman who is one amazing lady. Music always came first for her and she missed events and relationships because of that choice. Yet, the dreams she’s seen come true are tremendous gifts. She’s a songwriter and singer who’s the artist featured on Stacked Keys Podcast “Stomp” intro and exit music. This tune talks about having a pocket full of dreams and you can see how such words could come out of Donica because she lives her dreams. You will laugh out loud at some of the experiences she shares. Donica wrote this tune with Jim Huff -- he and the song hold a piece of her heart. Life has taught Donica a lot about people and connected her through the experiences she’s had—we talk about how consuming social media can be when you’re an artist, but how it can also impact another person for good. Today, Donica is a flight attendant and is married to a pilot — she loves what life is handing her right now. You’ll hear an independence in Donica that is encouraging and you’ll want to keep up with her as she soars through life—you just might be on a flight of hers one day. Tune in!Song used by permission “Stomp” written by Donica Knight Holdman and Jim Huff

Music "STOMP" used by permission of artist Donica Knight Holdman and Jim Huff

Love One International is a nonprofit that serves as a rehabilitation center in Uganda. They are working with children who are sick in some way and they pivot to get the medical care needed for the area in which they work and get the children on their feet with their family. Suzanne Mayernick founded the company and got involved when their family’s heart got pricked in Uganda- then they met their adopted daughter JosieLove. Join Suzanne and daughter Grace Hackett in this fabulous conversation of learning their story and going forward to figure out what life looks like blending it all together. This family is active in making a difference. A venture that has impacted their family in bringing the message that there is so much more outside of our little bubble is a message that resonates. Getting the medical care and the love a child deserves was the drive for Suzanne. The need is huge, but Suzanne has a common sense approach to focus on the need at the moment and the one who is in front of her in the present moment. The compassion and passion comes from a place of all involvement in their family, but the focus comes through that God has planned it all out before them. Grace says that being big communicators keeps the levels of taking care of one another at a point of grace when the chaos of family and business abounds. Get ready for some real talk about the choices that these ladies have made to chart a path.Song used by permission “Stomp” written by Donica Knight Holdman and Jim Huff.

Music "STOMP" used by permission of artist Donica Knight Holdman and Jim Huff

Brenda Cantrell is joining us in the north Alabama shopping mecca where we’re surrounded by treasures and amazing bargains. This featured guest is a people connector and truly authentic. Nearly a million people a year pass through the location where we’re podcasting for this amazing episode. Have you wondered where the ultimate lost piece of baggage goes? It just might be in Scottsboro, Alabama. This year is a festive 50th year for Unclaimed Baggage and the plans are rolling out to make a national splash.Brenda is spinning lots of plates while she’s centered in her current role doing what she considers to be the best job in the world as the brand ambassador. He r organization has some progressive methods in training their team members to create an experience for each person who walks through their doors— no matter what role the employee plays. There are some fabulous business practices like “owning the drive home” that she shares with us. For an all inclusive experience, schedule some time to go by this tourist location.Brenda’s parents raised her to go and fulfill her dreams and she’s done the same for her children. Advice she offers to youth — probably to anyone no matter their age — don’t write off an opportunity because you think that you are too big for a position. We talk about family balance how personality can actually lend itself to not having balance. Listen to laugh and get excited about a road trip coming your way. Tune in!Song used by permission “Stomp” written by Donica Knight Holdman and Jim Huff

Music "STOMP" used by permission of artist Donica Knight Holdman and Jim Huff

Jenna Rhodes headed down the path of biology and along the way fell in love with education. Today, she is right where she wants to be making a difference in the life of a child. She loves and feeds off of people to get more energy to make her best contributions. Quickly Jenna learned that the medical field was not her calling when she passed out in the surgical room and that moment changed her studies. Today she brings neuroscience to the classroom and her goal is to help teachers be empowered through self-efficacy — that means that she’s working with teachers in Georgia to look at performances with task-specific self confidence through theories of motivation and various learning situations. Jenna is wired to get a lot done and find balance in her family. She's a product of the Crisp County School system and her goal in giving back is to impact her community and help those affected by generational poverty and be one to help give a fair chance. There are many subjects we bounce through, but we dive into a discussion of executive functioning skills and setting goals based on rational reasons verses impulse. Listen to where she is and how she puts life in perspective of small town community in helping people. Tune in!Song used by permission "Stomp" written by Donica Knight Holdman and Jim Huff

Music "STOMP" used by permission of artist Donica Knight Holdman and Jim Huff

Episode 41 — Marjorie Stackhouse, Find Community As You Build A FamilyThere are so many activities that defined this sweet lady, but more than anything her faith sustains her. This episode features my husband’s mom — Marjorie Stackhouse or Mama Stack as we know her. She is 93 years old and is full of wisdom. Before any of the boys came on the scene, Marjorie was crowned “The Green Bean Queen” in her little community.Listen up as she talks about her boys and how they have turned out as great adults with many lessons from their dad. We get to hear of Tom’s dating life before I arrived in his heart! One hobby that all know her for is square dancing — there were nights that she and husband Cecil square danced for hours — they were in a group for 25 years and her dancing continued to just a few years ago when she cut a rug at grandson Sean’s wedding. Music is a part of her life and has been for years as she sang in the church choirs, played the piano and organ and even took voice as a young girl. We talk about her favorite plant that bloomed once a year where you had to get up even in the middle of the night so that you could catch it. Her words of encouragment centered on making sure that you focus on other people. Tune in!Song used by permission “Stomp” written by Donica Knight Holdman and Jim Huff

Music "STOMP" used by permission of artist Donica Knight Holdman and Jim Huff