Say It Southern

Ivy was just as wonderful as we thought she would be- explaining her background and role at SL, and how this position even came to be! We were excited to talk to Ivy about SL’s collaboration with Katherine Cobbs on “Southern Cocktails” a new libation bible that has just been released! Hear all about this and more now on the podcast! To learn more about Ivy, follow her @ivyodomaponte and @southernlivingmag

After her career as a teacher and an architect, Melissa spent a few years as a stay at home mom before getting back to art full time. Melissa now shares her love of art with children and adults through classes, camps, and special experiences. Join us as we hear from Melissa and learn more about Art Smart TN!

The idea for Happy Birdwatcher came out of a need. Susan Vandergriff was a new and passionate birdwatcher but couldn’t find the birdseed to meet her needs. So what did she do? Well, she quit her job and started her own company. She now creates premium birdseed tailored for your yard and the best part is the seed is shipped to your house! Listen now to learn more about Susan and her company. Happy Birdwatching!!!

In a culture where so many people think of middle age as a downward slope into comfy sneakers and quiet, meaningless existence, we can redefine the second half of life, shaping it into decades of fulfillment, fun, strength, and purpose.In our forties, fifties, and beyond, we're wrestling with new questions. Is this it? Did I do what I wanted to do in my life?Who am I now that my kids have moved out? Will my sagging skin eventually hang all the way down to my feet?But God still has much in store for us. He doesn't bring us to the middle of our lives so we can park in front of the TV and binge-watch home makeover shows. There is no "midlife" to him! These are exhilarating and empowering years.In Midlife Battle Cry, bestselling author Dawn Barton will inspire you to:• realize that God isn't done with you• view midlife as a pivot point, the start of a bold and powerful season• embrace who you are physically, spiritually, and emotionally• learn to share your experiences and wisdom with a younger generationBlending lots of humor, honesty, stories, and insights, Dawn will walk you through redefining the mighty second half of life.

We are thrilled for you to meet one of the Souther’s coolest tastemakers, movers and shakers- AND Mississippi’s only felt hatmaker, Mary Landrum Pyron. We loved hearing her story of bringing the influence of her time in the West after college, back to the South- her hometown of Crystal Springs, Mississippi to be exact, and creating a THRIVING business in a repurposed barn on her family property. To learn more about Mary Pyron and MLProvisions, or to schedule a visit and make an appointment for custom hatting- visit.www.mlprovisions.com

A native of Greenville, Al and Ole Miss Alumna, Rosemary planted her roots on the Eastern Shore almost 25 years ago. Using her knowledge of art, experience in design and retail, love for jewelry and need for a creative outlet-she took a leap of faith in 2015 to start Harvest Jewels. Listen now to learn more about Rosemary and Harvest Jewels!

Are you ready to feel inspired? Do you need a recharge on life and how you are living? This episode will do it! We talk with Lesly Simon about her very successful and busy career in the music industry. And if that’s not enough to get you motivated and ready to find passion in your work, she then tells us about her journey with cancer. She shares the lessons she has learned and how she is finding her balance while fighting for her life.

Do you have an ambitious vision for your business? We thought so. We want to introduce you to two ladies that are empowering people to do their best work, instead of burning them out. Whitney and Celeste of Glowe Connective are here to be your driving force behind your goals and help laugh you & your business into action.

Join us as we Say it Southern with Dan Isbell and Reid Isbell, the boys from The Brothers Hunt.