Why would Gabby Barrett get married and start a family at the height of her career?

Country star Gabby Barrett (8x platinum “I Hope”) and husband Cade Foehner sit down with us to talk about the questions young couples in the spotlight get told to ask: Were we told not to have kids? Would kids ruin our careers? And how did their American Idol backstage friendship turn into a Christ-centered marriage and family of five?

We hit the real stuff—labels, touring with three littles, homeschooling on a bus, reframing success around faithfulness (not charts), and how the gospel changed Gabby’s life in 2018. Plus: the behind the scenes of their Idol-era love story, getting engaged, and Cade’s upcoming country record 👀

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00:00:00 - Introduction

00:00:35 - Guest Introduction and Early Career

00:03:08 - Gabby & Cade's Background and Early Life

00:08:26 - American Idol Experience

00:13:56 - Gabby & Cade's Love Story

00:16:17 - Post-American Idol Career

00:19:22 - Breakthrough with 'I Hope'

00:23:21 - Impact of 'I Hope' and Label Signing

00:25:51 - Balancing Personal and Professional Life

00:27:19 - Faith Journey

00:29:19 - Collaboration and Music Journey Together

00:32:01 - Navigating Early Parenthood and Career

00:34:33 - Balancing Motherhood and Career

00:35:02 - Defining Success and Faithfulness

00:37:26 - Maintaining Christian Identity in the Music

00:39:03 - The Power of Music and Songwriting

00:43:47 - Balancing Fame and Family

00:44:56 - Touring with Kids

00:48:24 - Teaching Kids about Rodeo

00:49:47 - Balancing Interests and Encouraging Kids

00:50:14 - Closing Remarks and Appreciation

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This week has been heavy. In this episode of The Jinger & Jeremy Podcast, we reflect on the tragic assassination of Charlie Kirk, the devastating wave of violence across the country, and the personal trial of our dear friend Erin Bates Paine, who nearly lost her life to septic shock shortly after giving birth to her seventh child.

We talk about what it means to process grief as Christians—not rushing to explanations, but pausing to weep with those who weep, to remember the reality of heaven, and to cling to God’s promises. You’ll hear us discuss:

How Charlie Kirk’s legacy of courage and gospel-centered boldness points us toward Christ.

The unimaginable moment of telling a child their daddy isn’t coming home.

Erin Bates’ testimony of faith in the hospital and her daughter’s powerful letter reminding us that God’s promises hold true even in suffering.

The hope we have in Jesus, who conquered sin, death, and the brokenness of this world.

In the midst of a dark week, we want to point you to the light that never goes out—the hope of the gospel and the promise of eternity with Christ.

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What really happened behind the cameras of Welcome to Plathville? In this candid conversation, Lydia Plath opens up about how reality TV changed her family, why she chose her bedroom based on a prayer closet, and the surprising story behind her sister’s decision not to film.

We dive into fan questions about Duggar comparisons, IBLP rumors, modesty, and whether the show told the truth—or just the drama. Lydia and her husband Zac share how they navigate family dynamics, faith, and life in the public eye, while Jeremy and Jinger reflect on their own experiences growing up on reality TV.

If you’ve ever wondered what’s real, what’s edited, and what life looks like for the Plaths now, this is the episode you don’t want to miss.

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JANA’S PREGNANT! 🎉 In today’s episode we react to the big Duggar family news and swap our best (and worst) gender-reveal stories—from helicopters and skywriting to James launching a car into the pond…and our infamous Connect 4 “almost blew it” moment. Joy & Austin even FaceTime in with their favorite reveal! We also share why we reveal the gender but keep the name private, and how we accidentally (almost) slipped more than once.

Tell us your most epic gender reveal—wins or fails—in the comments!

00:00:02 - Big Duggar News

00:00:15 - Social Media and Announcements

00:01:09 - Who's Pregnant???

00:02:13 - Being the Favorite Auntie

00:04:51 - Joy's Call and Gender Reveals

00:09:50 - Gender Reveal Disasters

00:13:45 - Their Own Gender Reveals

00:16:20 - Connect 4 Gender Reveal Story

00:17:22 - Thoughts on Future Gender Reveals

00:18:21 - Family's Unique Gender Reveals

00:25:57 - Jed and Katie's Twin Reveal

00:28:46 - Thoughts on Revealing Baby Names

00:31:52 - Slipping Up and Revealing Gender

00:33:19 - The Next Duggar to Become a Mom

00:33:38 - Family Resemblances

00:34:43 - Gender Reveal Experiences

00:36:22 - Celebration of Life

00:37:48 - Discovering Finn's Gender

00:39:26 - Preparing for a Boy

00:41:02 - Looking Forward

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In this episode, we take a trip down memory lane to Jeremy’s very first appearance on Counting On. From tagging along with Ben on grocery runs for baby food to showing up at Jessa and Ben’s baby shower, Jeremy recounts what it was like stepping into the Duggar world for the very first time.

We reflect on those early days of getting to know each other, the funny behind-the-scenes moments (including Jeremy’s “dad joke” debut), and the unique culture of relationships and “guarding the heart.”

Plus—we talk about parenting updates, Finn’s checkup, and some of the real costs behind podcasting.

If you’ve ever wondered what it was like when we first met, this one’s full of sweet memories, funny stories, and God’s providence in bringing us together.

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In this week’s episode, Jeremy shares a wild story about almost being flagged at the bank for depositing counterfeit cash—and how it all turned out to be movie money. Meanwhile, Jinger opens up about the domino effect of sickness running through their house, missing Felicity’s birthday tea party, and what it’s like navigating mom-life when you’re stuck on the couch.

From there, the conversation takes a nostalgic turn as Jinger recalls her car-flipping days, trips to auto auctions with her brothers, and lessons she learned about spotting shady sales tricks. You’ll also hear about behind-the-scenes moments from filming Counting On, the Duggar kids’ unique personalities, and Jinger’s ongoing passion for thrifting—including her recent $40 thrift store find worth over $800!

It’s an episode full of laughs, lessons, and a reminder that sometimes life’s unexpected moments make the best stories.

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Maddie saw Jason on Tiktok...then she followed him on Instagram 👀 In this episode, Jason & Maddie Duggar open up about their whirlwind romance, the turning point that changed everything, and how they navigated early doubts and long-distance love. They share candidly about:

- The hilarious way they first connected online (and why Maddie’s mom thought Jace was a scammer)

- Why they called it quits… and how they got back together

- Maddie’s powerful journey of making her faith her own and being baptized

- Life in the public eye — and learning to ignore the critics

- Their unforgettable wedding day (complete with a flood and a rainbow)

- What’s next for them as newlywedsIt’s a story of friendship, faith, and finding God’s hand in every step

— perfect for anyone who’s ever wondered how love and trust can grow through honesty, patience, and grace.

00:00:00 - Introduction

00:01:08 - Marriage Life

00:01:50 - How They Met

00:05:00 - Maddie's Accent

00:12:08 - Initial Interaction and Invitation

00:13:35 - Friendship Phase

00:16:06 - Transition from Friendship to Relationship

00:16:23 - Jason's Realization and Confession

00:16:37 - Maddie's Dilemma and Prayer

00:17:28 - Jason's Reflection and Decision

00:18:32 - First Visit and Realization

00:19:32 - Jason's Reservations and Growth

00:24:47 - Maddie's Initial Concerns

00:25:44 - Maddie's Secret

00:26:47 - Getting to Know Each Other

00:28:17 - Public Life and Relationship

00:31:18 - Critics and Public Perception

00:31:56 - Getting to Know Each Other

00:32:20 - Maddie's Approach to Questions

00:33:06 - Jason's Perspective on Their Conversations

00:34:35 - Maddie's Journey of Faith

00:34:43 - Maddie's Baptism and Faith Sharing

00:36:10 - Maddie's Struggle with Salvation

00:39:05 - Maddie's Rededication and Baptism

00:39:45 - Jason's Journey of Faith

00:42:42 - Impact of Maddie's Public Sharing

00:44:24 - Jason's Baptism Story

00:46:28 - Maddie's Public Sharing of Faith

00:47:46 - Maddie's Struggle with Doubts of Salvation

00:48:03 - Maddie's Experience with the Gospel

00:49:11 - Maddie's Age and Jace's Age

00:49:26 - Marrying into a Big Family

00:55:19 - Maddie's Hometown

00:56:16 - Wedding Venue Selection

00:59:49 - Wedding Day Challenges

01:02:00 - Future Plans

01:02:42 - Plans on Having Children

01:03:39 - Maddie's School and Work Life

01:04:00 - Getting to Know the Community

01:04:15 - Closing Remarks and Farewell

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In this special throwback episode, Jinger and Jeremy react to the early TLC show 16 Children and Moving In—the story of Jinger's family moving into the massive home they built by hand!

Watch as Jinger (age 11!) walks through her childhood memories, from grocery shopping with seven carts to hand-cut placemats made from real family photos, plus a hilarious story involving a table, unsealed wood, and fruit flies.

They also discuss the Duggars' buddy system, birthday trips to Locomotion, and some of the lesser-known quirks of being raised in a house with 16+ kids.

Whether you're a longtime fan or just curious what it was really like growing up Duggar—this episode is full of nostalgic laughs, surprising behind-the-scenes moments, and sweet reflections from Jinger and Jeremy.

🎥 Full vlog of our broomball trip is coming soon, so stay tuned!

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In Part 2 of our conversation with Lydia (Plath) Wyse and her husband Zac, they share the part of their love story that you won't see on TLC! From missed flights and spontaneous skydiving to choosing purity —this love story is anything but ordinary.

Lydia and Zac open up about their decision to save their first kiss, how God confirmed their relationship, and what it was like filming their engagement for Welcome to Plathville Season 7. We also talk about fame, finding real community, and learning to walk with God—even when it’s lonely.

This is a joy-filled conversation about love and trusting God every step of the way.

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00:00:00 - Introduction

00:00:59 - Podcast Part Two Announcement

00:01:06 - We Want to Hear From You!

00:02:15 - Guests Introduction

00:02:45 - Zac and Lydia's Story

00:02:59 - Potential Podcast

00:03:32 - Lydia's Reality TV Experience

00:05:30 - Back to Zac and Lydia's Story

00:06:01 - Missed Flights

00:06:40 - Clearing Things with the Other Guy

00:08:28 - Zac's Thoughts on Lydia

00:09:23 - Dating Expectations

00:10:00 - Cozy Earth Sheets

00:14:33 - Stargazing Date

00:15:50 - Saving First Kiss Discussion

00:15:59 - Decision to Save First Kiss

00:20:45 - Herb's House Coffee Break

00:22:15 - Joy in Saving the First Kiss

00:23:07 - Car Breakdown and Missed Flight

00:26:04 - Reflecting on the Relationship

00:27:18 - Personal Time with God

00:29:21 - Lydia's Time with God

00:31:56 - Ring Shopping and Future Plans

00:35:10 - Long Distance Phase

00:35:35 - Meeting Each Other's Families

00:37:15 - Reality TV Experience

00:38:40 - Zac's First Time on TV

00:41:16 - Planning for the Engagement

00:41:41 - The Proposal Setup

00:47:38 - The Filming Compromise

00:50:14 - Anticipation for Season 7

00:51:39 - Reflecting on Reality TV Experience

00:57:05 - Lydia's Faith and Reality TV

00:59:25 - The Importance of Community

01:01:23 - Learning to Walk Alone with God

01:03:31 - Dealing with Pain and Hardship

01:05:35 - Reflections on Love and Marriage

01:09:15 - Choosing Love in Difficult Times

01:10:19 - Reality TV and Relationship Growth

01:11:18 - Wrapping Up the Podcast

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Are the Plaths basically the Duggars? Do they share the same beliefs, values, and lifestyle? In this episode, Lydia Plath — now Lydia Wyse — joins us with her husband Zac to answer that and more.

Lydia gives us a rare, behind-the-scenes look at her childhood: the farm life, food storage, shower schedules, and quiet emotional world she grew up in. She opens up about her family’s unique beliefs, their motivation for off-grid living, and what emotional connection looked like (or didn’t) in the Plath home.

Then things take a turn — Zac enters the picture. From meeting at church in Colorado to a sunrise mountain hike, a spontaneous dance in the road, and a whirlwind love story that led to a quick marriage, they walk us through the real story — including the drama that came with getting married so fast.

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