Family relationships are often fraught with tension-filled moments of gridlock. How do we break free from familiar patterns? How do we carve a different path? Friends Tracy and Tina explore what it looks like to bravely try again in the relationships that matter most. As these women share about a relationship with a parent and a relationship with a spouse, they give all of us a window on ways to practice boundaries and forgiveness, gentleness and courage.

For anyone whose ever felt heartbreak or longing after abandonment and for anyone whose ever spoken a harsh word and needed a do over, this conversation is for you.
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"Can I Try Again?" with Tracy Johnson and Tina Huey

This conversation explores the power and beauty of sisterhood and the unique bond that exists between friends who are like sisters. Together, Katy and Christy share openly about the women they cherish as sisters: women who have taught them they can always coming home and that there is a bonding power we experience with our sisters when we share together in grief. The conversation emphasizes the importance of showing up for one another in both joyful and difficult moments, and the transformative nature of deep, authentic connections.

For more stories from brave, ordinary women, join us at Red Tent Living [https://redtentliving.com/].

Loving Like a Sister with Christy Bauman and Katy Stafford

There are so many ways that our ancestors shape who we are. In this conversation, Mallory Redmond and Dr. Christy Bauman discuss the importance of minding our elders and integrating their influence into our lives. With a special focus on the power of female elders, Christy and Mallory explore the importance of the table and ways we can all cultivate a sense of belonging and peace in our communities.

In particular, this episode celebrates the Cherokee tradition of the Beloved Woman. For more on the wisdom of female elders leading from the margins, please consider reading Kat Armas' book, Abuelita Faith [https://www.amazon.com/Abuelita-Faith-Margins-Persistence-Strength/dp/158743508X].

Minding Your Elders with Christy Bauman and Mallory Redmond

Lifelong friends Tracy and Jamie explore the challenges and joys of blended families. Through personal stories, these two moms discuss the complexities of navigating relationships with step children and children-in-law. Along the way, Tracy and Jamie embody the power of acceptance, understanding, and unconditional love. Join these wonderful women as they talk about families that grow in sometimes unexpected, and beautiful ways. 

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Blending Families and Unconditional Love with Tracy Johnson and Jamie Schaub

Is there a cycle you have inherited in your family that feels nearly impossible to break? Becky and Beth are right there with you. Together these beautiful women open their hearts to give you a window into their  mothering practices as they each work to rewrite their family stories with generous boundaries and permission giving energy for their children. Their conversation is candid, encouraging, and right in the moment as they allow listeners to take a peek into their real world family challenges and dynamics. Snuggle up for a comforting, brave conversation with the women of Red Tent Living.

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Breaking Family Cycles with Becky Allender and Beth Bruno

With both gentleness and fire, Rachel and Vanessa share stories  
from the homes they were raised in and reflect on how those homes molded them into the women they are today. 

Together, they face down the barbed family dynamics of patriarchy, depression, loneliness, and longing with self-acceptance and care for one another.  Along the journey, they also put language to ways they are learning to advocate for their worth and express holy anger for the harm they experienced as children.  This tender conversation is filled with hope, beauty, and resilient joy. You won't want to miss it.

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Finding Compassion & Anger for Family that Failed Us with Rachel Blackston and Vanessa Sadler

Saying goodbye to a loved one is holy and hard ground. In this vulnerable and inviting conversation, Haley and Jill talk on the ebb and flow of the goodbyes they have known in their lives and the self discovery they've uncovered through loss. Their courage offers hope to all of us who've faced an untimely loss. So make a cup of tea and grab a blanket for this tender exchange between friends.

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Feeling Goodbye: Navigating Family Loss with Jill English and Haley Wiggers

Together, mother/daughter duo Tracy and Katy explore the dynamics of generational gatherings and the challenges of navigating complicated family dynamics. If you've ever felt a thirst for connection in your family, at a lost for how to reclaim your family legacy, or unsure of how to navigate the multi-layered nature of family stories, this conversation is especially for you.

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Keeping a Family Connected with Tracy Johnson and Katy Stafford

Season 2 hosts Tracy Johnson, Katy Stafford, and Haley Wiggers discuss favorite moments from Season 1 of the Red Town Living podcast. They highlight the bravery and relatability of the women who share their stories in this place as well as generosity and affirmation within the Red Tent Living community.  

Looking forward to season two, they reveal our theme and their hopes for the upcoming season. Welcome back, to the women of Red Tent Living

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Coming This March: Season 2

As the holiday season draws near, Tracy Johnson and Beth Bruno reflect about the magic and memories that unfold when we share our tables with friends and family. Savor their stories in this season 1 finale of the Red Tent Living Podcast, and dare to imagine new ways that you can cultivate belonging around your own table.

For more stories from brave, ordinary women, join us at Red Tent Living [https://redtentliving.com/]. And, to sign up for your free monthly Red Tent Dinner Kit download, visit RedTentLiving.com/dinners. [https://redtentliving.com/dinners/]

Friends Around the Table with Tracy Johnson and Beth Bruno

Friendships are messy. And wonderful. They endure. They break apart. And sometimes, they mend.

Join Tracy Johnson and the beautifully ordinary women of Red Tent Living in a wide ranging conversation about friendship. Together, we'll share our truths about friendship, getting honest and exchanging laughs while we practice a bit of bravery in showing up for each other.

The Red Tent Living Podcast