Most of us never get to see what really goes into building a fashion brand, but today I'm taking you behind the scenes with Steven Wang, CEO of Ming Wang. Steven shares how his parents immigrated to the United States and started the business out of their small New York City apartment, how that foundation shaped the brand, and what it's been like stewarding what his family built into a thriving name in fashion.

We also talk about the unexpected connection through my husband that started our collaboration, what I learned while designing my very first fashion collection, and the incredible level of thought and detail that goes into every piece. After nearly two years in the making, I'm so excited to finally share the first Family Savvy x Ming Wang capsule collection with you on February 19.

LINKS & RESOURCES MENTIONED:

Follow along with Ming Wang!

• Website
• Instagram
• Facebook

Join me for the Family Savvy x Ming Wang Launch Party in Birmingham | February 19

• Come shop the collection, connect with expert stylists, enjoy a mini makeover, snack on light bites, sip champagne, and celebrate with me. I would truly love to hug your neck!
• View full event details here. (This event is FREE and open to EVERYONE, so bring your friends and family!)

Nashville Friends & Fashion Event

• Join us on February 23 for a lively shopping experience featuring a variety of vendors, a fashion show, an auction, and bites and beverages all in support of Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt.
• Purchase tickets here.

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Mahjong Enthusiast to Entrepreneur: Megan Trottier of Oh My Mahjong

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In this timely and practical conversation, Jamie sits down with Kristen Jenson, founder of Defend Young Minds and author of Good Pictures Bad Pictures, to talk about how parents and grandparents can protect kids from pornography in 2026 and beyond. Kristen shares why kids are being exposed earlier than most parents realize (sometimes as young as age three!) and how her books are designed to give families simple, age-appropriate language to help kids reject porn when they encounter it.

We discuss the growing dangers of social media, shared-server games like Roblox and Fortnite, Discord, and how AI is fueling porn and exploitation. Kristen also shares tangible next steps parents can take today, including how to talk to kids about red-flag behavior, why using proper anatomical language matters, and how girls are often exposed differently than boys. This episode is a must-listen for anyone raising or influencing kids in today's digital world.

Check out Kristen's books:

• Good Pictures Bad Pictures on Amazon
• Good Pictures Bad Pictures Jr. on Amazon
• Good Pictures Bad Pictures Guidebook for Counseling Kids on Amazon
• Good Pictures Bad Pictures for Girls - Releasing March 2026!

Links to Defend Young Minds' resources:

• Defend Young Minds Digital Guides
• Brain Defense Digital Safety curriculum
• "How Do Kids Find Porn in 2026? 13 Pipelines Targeting Your Kids You Need to Know About" Article

Follow along with Defend Young Minds!

• Instagram: @defendyoungminds
• Facebook
• X: @defendYM
• LinkedIn
• Website: defendyoungminds.com

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How to Talk to Your Kids About Porn (and Why it Can't Wait) with Greta Eskridge

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In this important and honest conversation, I'm joined by author and speaker Greta Eskridge, who is helping parents and grandparents navigate one of the most difficult but necessary issues of our time: how to talk to your kids about pornography.

Greta shares why these conversations can't wait, especially as the average age of first exposure to porn continues to drop and more girls are being affected than ever before. She also opens up about her own family's story, how her husband's confession of a porn addiction changed the direction of their lives, and why she became passionate about equipping families with tools, language, and confidence to protect their children.

Together, Greta and I discuss where to begin, how to talk to kids at different ages, what sextortion is and why teen boys are often targeted, and how parents and grandparents can work together. This episode is thoughtful, practical, and deeply encouraging for anyone raising or influencing kids in today's digital world.

LINKS & RESOURCES MENTIONED:

Check out Greta's books:

• It's Time to Talk to Your Kids About Porn
• Adventuring Together
• 100 Days of Adventure

Follow along with Greta!

• Instagram: @greta.eskridge
• Podcast: The Greta Eskridge Podcast
• Website: www.gretaeskridge.com

Resources Greta shared:

• Canopy App
• Christian Sex-Ed Reclaimed
• Bark Technologies Parental Controls

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Honest Q&A with My Husband: Marriage, Parenting, & Menopause

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Why Extramarital Affairs Happen & How to Prevent Them with Dr. Joe Beam

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In this episode, I sit down with my husband, Zane, for a candid conversation about what employers are truly looking for and what separates good employees from excellent ones. As an experienced investment banker and entrepreneur, Zane brings years of hands-on experience hiring and evaluating talent, and he's passionate about passing these insights on to the next generation.

While this career advice is especially valuable for young adults, it's also incredibly relevant for anyone in midlife who's guiding kids/grandkids or reflecting on their own career path. Whether you're mentoring someone else or wanting to stay intellectually curious and relevant in your own career, this episode offers practical, timeless insights that apply at any stage of life.

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• The Power of a Solo Retreat: A Year-End Reflection for Faith, Marriage, Family, & Work
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• How to Land a Job & Nail the Interview with Zane Tarence
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My daughter Ellie Hiller joins me to share the story behind her new book, To Whom Shall I Go, and the faith journey that inspired it. Once convinced she needed to convert Catholics, Ellie never imagined she would become a Catholic convert herself.

In this candid conversation, she talks about how her husband's conversion impacted their marriage, the doubts and questions that shaped her path, and why she intentionally wrote this book for those who aren't Catholic.

QUESTIONS ANSWERED ABOUT ELLIE'S FAITH JOURNEY:

• What ultimately led Ellie to convert to Catholicism?
• Does Ellie believe Protestants can be Christians?
• Why did Ellie choose the title To Whom Shall I Go for her book, and what does it mean to her faith story?
• What was it like when Ellie's husband, Sean, became a Catholic convert before her? How did their differing beliefs impact their marriage?
• What was the pivotal moment that moved Ellie from questioning Catholicism to embracing it?
• What is the difference between Catholic and Protestant communion, and why did that distinction matter so deeply to Ellie?

LINKS & RESOURCES MENTIONED:

• To Whom Shall I Go by Ellie Hiller on Amazon
• Sean Hiller's YouTube Channel

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My Husband Converted to Catholicism: How We Navigate Faith Differences in Marriage

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Our Family is Growing, We're Going to be Grandparents!

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As we step into the new year, I'm sharing the simple routines and rhythms my husband Zane and I are intentionally pursuing together. From morning habits that help us follow through on workouts to evening bedtime rhythms, we're focusing on creating steady routines that support our health and home. We're also being more intentional about family time with our kids and grandkids, and more thoughtful about what we say yes and no to in this season of life.

I hope these rhythms and routines encourage you to find what works best for you, your spouse, and your family, helping you live with less stress and more intentionality.

LINKS & RESOURCES MENTIONED:

• The 5AM Club by Robin Sharma
• Habits of High Performers by James Laughlin
• AG1 Full Foundation Stack Bundle
• AG1 Next Gen Pouch
• AG Vitamin D3+K2
• AG Omega3

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The Power of a Solo Retreat: A Year-End Reflection for Faith, Marriage, Family, & Work

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Real Talk on Midlife: Hormones, Marriage, and Looking & Feeling Your Best with Deanna Pizitz

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As we head into a new year, it's so easy to keep moving without ever slowing down to reflect. In today's episode, my husband Zane joins me to share a powerful reflection exercise his firm has practiced for years: a solo retreat.

We talk about the intentionality behind stepping away, eliminating distractions, and creating space to thoughtfully evaluate your faith, marriage, family, finances, health, and work. Whether you're craving clarity, peace, or direction for the year ahead, this conversation will give you practical tools and meaningful questions to help you move forward with purpose.

SOLO RETREAT REFLECTION QUESTIONS:

SPIRITUAL

• How satisfied am I with reading the Bible and praying?
• Am I growing in my faith?
• How am I involved in my church and ministry?
• How am I using my spiritual gifts?
• Do I encourage my spouse spiritually?
• Am I in an accountability group?

MARRIAGE/FAMILY

• How close am I with my spouse?
• How well am I meeting my spouse's emotional, physical, and intellectual needs?
• How do we communicate with one another?
• How often do we go on dates?
• What is our level of physical intimacy, and how do we both feel about it?
• Are we planning vacations together, and how much do we want to spend?
• How does our marriage relate to our children, grandchildren, parents, and extended family?
• Do we spend enough quality time together?
• How do we encourage one another?

FINANCES

• How are we stewarding our money?
• How do I feel about our income?
• What are our spending habits?
• What is our level of debt, and what is the appropriate use of debt?
• What is our investment strategy?
• Is our insurance appropriate for our stage of life?
• How are we approaching charitable giving?

PHYSICAL & SOCIAL LIFE

• What is my balance between being home and being away?
• How often do we entertain?
• How are our relationships with close friends and neighbors?
• How involved are we in our community?
• Am I taking care of my body?
• How is my weight, exercise routine, and sleep?

LINKS & RESOURCES MENTIONED:

• Die with Zero by Bill Perkins

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In this episode of The SavvyCast, I'm sharing my complete Christmas Prep Checklist with everything you need to think through before the holiday rush hits. From easy-to-forget gifts to grooming appointments, guest room essentials, and even practical tasks that often slip our minds, this guide will help you feel calm, organized, and truly prepared. If you want a smoother, stress-free Christmas season, this episode breaks it all down in a simple, doable way!

LINKS:

• 30+ Christmas Gift Ideas 2025 | Tried & True Gifts Everyone Will Love - YouTube Video
• Christmas Gift Ideas Under $50 - YouTube Video
• 2025 Christmas Gift Guide: Best Gift Ideas for Everyone You Love - Blog

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In this episode of The SavvyCast, I'm joined by my dear friend and fellow midlife influencer Deanna Pizitz of Well and Worthy Life for a candid, girl-talk Q&A. I asked my Instagram community to submit their burning questions, and today we're diving into all of them—from marriage and midlife transitions to plastic surgery, hormones, adult children, and more.

This is truly a fun, honest, and real-life conversation between two midlife women who have lived a lot, learned a lot, and love sharing what's worked (and what hasn't).

EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:

• Deanna's journey through two past marriages and how she navigated divorce
• Insights into her current marriage and what she's learned along the way
• How to navigate the transition of children growing up, getting married, and having babies
• Tips for dividing time with adult children and in-laws during the holidays
• Meaningful and practical gift ideas for in-laws
• An open conversation about plastic surgery:
  • Jamie's endoscopic facelift, CO2 laser, and mommy makeover with breast reduction
  • Deanna's breast augmentation, mini tummy tuck, and deep plane facelift
• Daxify vs. Botox: how they differ and what to know
• Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and why both Jamie and Deanna stopped testosterone pellets

WHO IS DEANNA PIZITZ OF WELL & WORTHY LIFE?

Deanna is a Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach and Life Coach who specializes in supporting midlife women. She is also a blogger and podcaster, and the founder of Well and Worthy Life, a Southern-based style and wellness company in Birmingham dedicated to inspiring women through empowering lifestyle and wellness content.

Her mission is to reach women, whether in Birmingham or beyond, who are looking for meaningful, practical guidance on living a happier, more fulfilled midlife. Deanna brings a relatable, real-life perspective to her work, continually pursuing her own personal growth and encouraging her audience to do the same.

LINKS & RESOURCES MENTIONED:

• Estrogen Matters by Avrum Bluming
• The New Menopause by Mary Claire Haver MD
• Follow along with Deanna on Instagram @wellandworthylife
• Well & Worthy Life Website
• Well & Worthy Life Podcast: Overcoming the Shame of Divorce
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In this episode, I'm sharing a behind-the-scenes look at my living room makeover—from designing custom sofas with Birmingham Wholesale Furniture to finding the perfect durable rug to complete the space. I walk through why I chose custom over ready-made, what details mattered most, and how I'm giving my old sofas new life through reupholstery.

If you're choosing new furniture or hoping to elevate what you already own, this episode is packed with practical, real-life design tips!

• Birmingham Wholesale Furniture Website (Use code FAMILYSAVVY10 for 10% off!)
• My Designer at Birmingham Wholesale: Susan Small
• Sofa Style: Lillian August's Florian Sofa
• The sofa modifications I selected were a single bench, soft down cushions, dressmaker skirt, and added trim.
• The fabric for the sofas is from Revolution Fabrics.
• Ruggable Sierra Ivory & Opal Rug (Use code: SAVVY15 for 15% off!)
• Home with Hechart Maze - Snow Rug - This is the rug I previously had in my living room.

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