Re-Listen: The Chaos of Influencer Friendships (and How to Actually Be a Good Friend)

HAHA just kidding!!Despite what the title might suggest, this is just our last episode recorded in Dallas before we officially make the move to Nashville.It’s short but sweet! We have an honest conversation about everything we're feeling right now—the excitement, the grief of leaving a place that's been home for six years, the fear of starting over, and what it means to build community from scratch.Dani opens up about feeling overwhelmed by the move, the emotional toll of the internet, and what she's been wrestling with as she asks God what her purpose is in this season.We'll be taking a short two-week break while we get settled, but we'll be back before you know it. Thank you for being part of our Dallas chapter—we can't wait to bring you along for what's next.We rounded up some great deals from a few of our favorite brands for you:For a limited time, new Cash App customers can earn $10 if they use code FAMILY10 in their profile at sign up and send $5 to a friend within 14 days. Terms applyTreat yourself to the cool, easy comfort your summer nights have been missing. Head to cozyearth.com and use my code DANIBOGO to buy one, get one free - mix and match across sheets, pajamas, and towels.Families are better when they're working together. Right now, Skylight is offering our listeners $30 off their 15 inch Calendars by going to MySkylight.com/Dani (http://MySkylight.com/Dani)Head to storyblocks.com/dani to access the human-made stock media library that's essential to our workflow. For a limited time, they're offering 15% off any annual plan, and that discount is only available through our link.Subscribe to our official YouTube channel, @deinfluencedpodcast, and follow along on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your De-Influenced fix. You can also find us on Instagram and TikTok at @deinfluencedpodcast. Thanks so much for listening and supporting the show! Produced by Dear Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our most requested guests are finally here! We recently traveled to Nashville and sat down with Dani's brother Landon and his wife Olivia just weeks before they welcome their first baby. From pregnancy scares and preparing for parenthood to marriage, Nashville life, and family dynamics, this episode is full of stories, laughs, and plenty of Austin family chaos. We also talk about growing up in the Austin household, whether Nashville is really our forever home, the biggest differences in our personalities, and what Landon and Olivia are most excited (and nervous) about as they get ready to become parents. Plus, we uncover some family secrets, debate everything from data centers to reality TV, and share a few childhood stories that probably should've stayed buried. You guys have been asking for this one for a long time, and we're so excited to finally make it happen. Let us know who we should have on next! We rounded up some great deals from a few of our favorite brands for you: If you're ready to raise your beauty standards, Ogee's got you covered. Go to ogee.com/DANI and use code DANI for 20% off. Don't let financial opportunity slip through the cracks. Use code DANI at monarchmoney.com in your browser for half off your first year. This summer, minnow goes to Cape Cod —a place defined by tradition rather than discovery. The summer 2026 collection is built for the feeling of being back: salt air, striped towels, and jumps off the dock. Pieces made for the summers your kids will remember. Shop the summer collection starting May 14* at shopminnow.com and enter code MEETMINNOW15 at checkout to receive 15% off your first order For the dads, step dads, grandpas, and every father figure who shows up —this one's for them. Cozy Earth's Bamboo Sheet Set, Everywhere Pant, and Everyday Polo are designed to keep him cool, comfortable, and actually relaxed all summer long. Dad lives here. Head to cozyearth.com and use my code DANI for an exclusive 20% off Visit OliveandJune.com/DANI for 20% off your first System! Try Salt and Stone's discovery set to find your perfect scent — Go to SaltandStone.com/DANI and use code DANI at checkout for 15% off your first order Subscribe to our official YouTube channel, @deinfluencedpodcast, and follow along on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your De-Influenced fix. You can also find us on Instagram and TikTok at @deinfluencedpodcast. Thanks so much for listening and supporting the show! Produced by Dear Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

NOTE: We ran into an unexpected technical issue during recording and decided to release this week's episode as audio-only. We appreciate you rolling with us and can't wait to be back to normal next week. Don't worry though... we've got a little surprise coming that should more than make up for it! This week, we sat down to record a normal episode and somehow ended up discussing postpartum hormones, TikTok fame, family boundaries, Bible symbolism, conspiracy theories, Nashville drama, toilets, and banking. We had thoughts. A lot of them. We rounded up some great deals from a few of our favorite brands for you: For a limited time only, our listeners are getting an insane deal. Use code DANI to get up to 57% Off at First Day dot com. After you purchase, they will ask you where you heard about them. Please support our show and tell them our show sent you. We've worked out a special deal with Hiya. Receive 50% off your first order on any of their products. To claim this deal you must go to hiyahealth.com/DANIAUSTIN. This deal is not available on their regular website. Go to hiyahealth.com/DANIAUSTIN and get your kids the full-body support they deserve. New customers can use code DANI and get 20% off your first order at perelelhealth.com/dani Elevate your summer wardrobe. Go to Quince.com/dani for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too. Families are better when they're working together. Right now, Skylight is offering our listeners $30 off their 15 inch Calendars by going to My Skylight.com/DANI. Patio season is here and these deals won't last! head to Wayfair.com right now to get your outdoor space ready for way less. Subscribe to our official YouTube channel, @deinfluencedpodcast, and follow along on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your De-Influenced fix. You can also find us on Instagram and TikTok at @deinfluencedpodcast. Thanks so much for listening and supporting the show! Produced by Dear Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're preparing for the big move, debating family trips, talking about what drives successful people, and going down a few DEEP rabbit holes along the way. From moving companies and Tokyo travel dreams to history, faith, and the stories we've always been told, nothing was off limits in this conversation. We rounded up some great deals from a few of our favorite brands for you: Stick with your wellness goals. Go to kachava.com and use code DANIAUSTIN for 15% off. Right now, Rythm is offering our listeners 15% off your first month and free shipping at Rythm.health/dani For a limited time, new Cash App customers can earn $10 if they use code FAMILY10 in their profile at sign up and send $5 to a friend within 14 days. Terms apply You belong at The Beach - Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Plan the best trip ever at VisitMyrtleBeach.com. Cotton is The Fabric of Our Lives and make sure you're checking tags to ensure it's the fabric of your life too. Learn more at TheFabricOfOurLives.com Learn More at Starbucks.com/partners Subscribe to our official YouTube channel, @deinfluencedpodcast, and follow along on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your De-Influenced fix. You can also find us on Instagram and TikTok at @deinfluencedpodcast. Thanks so much for listening and supporting the show! Produced by Dear Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dani thought she had prolapse, Jordan thinks aliens are demons, and somehow we ended up talking about Alex Cooper, bot farms, influencer clipping agencies, fake internet culture, and whether social media is discipling our kids. So yeah… this episode kinda goes everywhere. We also talk postpartum life, Dani’s new veneers, conspiracy theories, The Bachelor rumors, moving to Nashville, and why the internet feels weirder than ever lately. Hang out with us for a fun catch-up episode that somehow turns into one of our deepest conversations yet! We rounded up some great deals from a few of our favorite brands for you: Tossing the toxins has never been more convenient! For anyone grabbing the Premium Starter Kit, you can get 15% off at BranchBasics.com with our code DANI Refresh your everyday with luxury you'll actually use. Head to Quince.com/dani for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too.  Rent today at cort.com/podcast Head to cozyearth.com and use my code DANI for up to 30% off-but only for a limited time. This exclusive offer runs from May 18th through June 1st only, so don't wait. Shop minnow's spring 2026 collection at shopminnow.com and enter code MEETMINNOW15 at checkout to receive 15% off your first order. Cotton is The Fabric of Our Lives and make sure you're checking tags to ensure it's the fabric of your life too. Learn more at TheFabricOfOurLives.com Subscribe to our official YouTube channel, @deinfluencedpodcast, and follow along on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your De-Influenced fix. You can also find us on Instagram and TikTok at @deinfluencedpodcast. Thanks so much for listening and supporting the show! Produced by Dear Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Helloooooo de-influencers! Dani & Jordan are off in Nashville working on their new house (+ Dani’s getting her new teeth this week)... SO we graciously gave them the week off. Lucky for you - we have a fun re-run today! In this episode, Dani’s getting real about influencer friendships — the good, the bad, and the ones that didn’t last. We talk about what makes a real friend, how to navigate drama, and the pressure that comes with public relationships. We rounded up some great deals from a few of our favorite brands for you: Build your store, own your audience, and create something that lasts. Start now at shopify.com/dani Get prepped for patio season for way less. Head to Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home. Wayfair. Every style. Every home. Use code DANI at Monarch.com to get your first year half off at just $50 Learn more about Starbucks industry-leading benefits at Starbucks.com/partners Go to MySkylight.com/DANI for $30 off your 15 inch Calendar. Subscribe to our official YouTube channel, @deinfluencedpodcast, and follow along on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your De-Influenced fix. You can also find us on Instagram and TikTok at @deinfluencedpodcast. Thanks so much for listening and supporting the show! Produced by Dear Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’re officially moving!!! Dani & Jordan give you all the tea on their latest decision to move, Stratton joins the show and… Dani’s teeth fell out?! There’s never a dull moment around here! We rounded up some great deals from a few of our favorite brands for you: Thanks to today’s sponsor, Ogee: A higher standard for beauty. Go to ogee.com/DANI and use code DANI to get 20% off certified organic makeup that performs like luxury. Try Salt and Stone’s discovery set to find your signature scent — Go to Salt and Stone.com/DANI and use code DANI at checkout for 15% off your first order. Refresh your everyday with luxury you'll actually use. Head to Quince.com/dani for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too. Rent today at cort.com/deinfluenced Receive 50% off your first order. To claim this deal you must go to hiyahealth.com/DANIAUSTIN. This deal is not available on their regular website. Rhythm is offering our listeners 15% off your first month and free shipping at Rhythm.health/DANI Subscribe to our official YouTube channel, @deinfluencedpodcast, and follow along on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your De-Influenced fix. You can also find us on Instagram and TikTok at @deinfluencedpodcast. Thanks so much for listening and supporting the show! Produced by Dear Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Dani’s mom “Tornado” joins the podcast and absolutely nothing is off limits. From how she got the nickname to her unexpected TV past, the conversation covers parenting, work ethic, relationships, and the differences between generations. Along the way, she calls out everything from Dani’s home habits to how she approaches life, and she does not hold back. They also get into motherhood, building businesses, confidence with age, and what it looks like to step into new seasons of life without overthinking it. It is honest, chaotic, and full of moments that will either hit close to home or make you laugh. We rounded up some great deals from a few of our favorite brands for you: Rent today at cort.com/podcast New customers can use code DANI and get 20% off your first order at perelelhealth.com/dani Cotton is The Fabric of Our Lives and make sure you're checking tags to ensure it's the fabric of your life too. Learn more at TheFabricOfOurLives.com Subscribe to our official YouTube channel, @deinfluencedpodcast, and follow along on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your De-Influenced fix. You can also find us on Instagram and TikTok at @deinfluencedpodcast. Thanks so much for listening and supporting the show! Produced by Dear Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After our latest trip, something shifted… Dani is officially starting to warm up to Nashville. We talk through what felt different this time, from the people and culture to some unexpected moments that made us seriously consider what life could look like there. Is Nashville actually a better fit for our family than Dallas? We also get into the reality of this season of life with four kids, a chaotic weekend of parties and events, and a real conversation about marriage, emotions, and learning how to handle stress together. Join us as we try to figure it all out. We rounded up some great deals from a few of our favorite brands for you: Tossing the toxins has never been more convenient! For anyone grabbing the Premium Starter Kit, you can get 15% off at BranchBasics.com with our code DANI Let this Mother's Day be a reminder that she deserves care, too - discover how Cozy Earth turns everyday routines into moments of softness and ease. Head to cozyearth.com and use my code DANI for an exclusive 20% off, and if you see a post-purchase survey, be sure to mention you heard about Cozy Earth right here on De-Influenced. Stick with your wellness goals. Go to kachava.com and use code DANIAUSTIN for 15% off. Shop minnow's spring 2026 collection at shopminnow.com and enter code MEETMINNOW15 at checkout to receive 15% off your first order. Try Salt and Stone's discovery set to find your perfect scent — Go to SaltandStone.com/DANI and use code DANI at checkout for 15% off your first order. Families are better when they're working together. Right now, Skylight is offering our listeners $30 off their 15 inch Calendars by going to MySkylight.com/Dani Learn More at Starbucks.com/partners Subscribe to our official YouTube channel, @deinfluencedpodcast, and follow along on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your De-Influenced fix. You can also find us on Instagram and TikTok at @deinfluencedpodcast. Thanks so much for listening and supporting the show! Produced by Dear Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’re back in the studio catching up on everything this week! We get into the Alix vs Alex drama and what we actually think is going on behind the scenes, plus all the conversations it brings up around business, friendships, and navigating success. We also talk postpartum emotions, Dani’s MRI experience, Jordan finally getting sick, and just life lately. Plus we wrap it up with a fun Q&A. Pull up a chair, throw your AirPods in, and hang with us for a bit. We rounded up some great deals from a few of our favorite brands for you: If you're ready to take the next step in your life, whether that is merch, your own hair care line, or something in between, go to shopify.com/dani and make it happen. It doesn't matter where you're at in your entrepreneur journey, Shopify is there to make your life and selling journey easier. New customers can use code DANI and get 20% off your first order at perelelhealth.com/dani For a limited time, new Cash App customers can earn $10 if they use code FAMILY10 in their profile at sign up and send $5 to a friend within 14 days. Terms apply Don't let financial opportunity slip through the cracks. Use code DANI at monarchmoney.com in your browser for half off your first year. Let this Mother's Day be a reminder that she deserves care, too - discover how Cozy Earth turns everyday routines into moments of softness and ease. Head to cozyearth.com and use my code DANI for an exclusive 20% off, and if you see a post-purchase survey, be sure to mention you heard about Cozy Earth right here on De-Influenced. Ogee: A higher standard for beauty. Go to ogee.com/DANI and use code DANI to get 15% off certified organic makeup that performs like luxury. Learn More at Starbucks.com/partners Subscribe to our official YouTube channel, @deinfluencedpodcast, and follow along on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your De-Influenced fix. You can also find us on Instagram and TikTok at @deinfluencedpodcast. Thanks so much for listening and supporting the show! Produced by Dear Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices