The Smile Project

This week I'm joined by special guest and fellow podcaster, Brooklyn (Maple) Johnson. Her podcast, A Couple of Sassholes, takes a deep dive into murder cases in a light and fun way. More importantly, they also use their platform to caution women and help prevent crimes against women. Brooklyn is such a delight, newly married, and excited about life! Join us for part one as we dive into her journey!

I recently attended a women's conference hosted by friend of the podcast, Dr. Laura Murphy. The title of this conference was Joy Comes in the Morning. What I didn't expect was to have my thinking turned upside down and inside out. Stories of great struggle were shared with us and a message of hope that joy does come in the morning. Join me on this journey to finding our true selves!

Pam was born and raised in Owensboro and attended Western High School (first through sixth grade), Foust Jr. High School and Owensboro High School, where she was on the first Girls Track team, winning a state championship in her senior year.

We have had some AMAZING guests on the podcast these past few months. I took some time to listen back through the episodes and gathered the best nuggets I could find. In this episode I've compiled those nuggets into a recap of 2024 so far this year. Join me as we continue to grow!

Kelsey embarked on her entrepreneurial journey at the young age of 23. Her path into the world of real estate began with a casual conversation at the gym with a friend. This chat would lead to a life-changing decision.

Fast forward nearly a decade, and she now owns multiple businesses that are intricately connected with the world of real estate. Among these ventures includes "The Bluegrass Barbie" AirBnB in Owensboro, Kentucky. She's not only a successful entrepreneur but also a coach, hosting masterminds to help others level up their skills and businesses.

Recently, she created a Facebook group that has rapidly grown into a vibrant community called "Leading Ladies - Women Who Wow." This group is a place for women to connect, learn, support, engage, and evolve together.

I hope you enjoy this bright and beautiful woman!

I recently heard Russell Hoyt, CEO of the the Hoyt Foundation, speak on the memory of his father and brother, Dick and Rick. If you've not heard this story I encourage you to look it up. It is so inspiring. It got me thinking about the hard things that I've done. The physical, mental, emotional challenges I have overcome. Join me as we journey through changing our limiting beliefs!

Perspective is a funny thing. Just one little change in the way we look at things can make or break your day. As you journey through life, which wolf are you choosing to feed? The positive or the negative?

Angel grew up a dance and pangeant girl and discovered a love for sports. She is a graduate of KWC and has worked for both the city and county school systems. Her passion lies in serving the community of Owensboro and Daviess County. Angel is the founder and Executive Director of My Sister's Keeper, a shelter in Owensboro for women and children.

We recently had to overcome so many obstacles on a snowy adventure. It seemed like everywhere we went there was failure. Strap on your snow boots, chain up your tires, and join me on this adventure!

Laura Murphy is an educator, writer, and mom of five who loves sharing stories about overcoming obstacles. She teaches future educators at Kentucky Wesleyan College, serves as the Instructional Coach at College View Middle School and recently published a book—"Inside Out, Upside Down" about responding to grief. In her spare time, she enjoys running and working out or assisting with her husband’s video and photography projects at Chosen Creations. Her favorite scripture comes from Galatians 6:9–“Do not lose heart when doing good for in due season you will reap a harvest if you don’t give up.”