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EPISODE · Aug 7, 2026 · 1H 53M

Episode 31: "Embracing Every Season"

from Work Wives & Real Lives · host Ava Bodeau and Katie Nyberg

Life—and business—aren't meant to stay the same. Every season has something to teach us.In this week's episode, we're catching up on everything that's been happening lately—from Ava's final weeks before maternity leave, preparing for baby, and all things pregnancy, labor, and motherhood, to Katie's latest life updates, concerts, leadership, and everything in between.We also share one of the most emotionally exhausting weeks we've experienced at the studios and what happened behind the scenes that reminded us how important difficult leadership decisions can be.Then we dive into our main conversation: embracing the season you're currently in. Whether you're building, growing, healing, waiting, pivoting, or simply trying to keep your head above water, this episode is a reminder that every season has purpose. We talk about navigating change in business, redefining success, giving yourself grace, and learning when to push forward versus when it's okay to pause.We wrap things up with nostalgic early 2000s movie favorites, sports talk, what we're currently watching, and our Work Wife Wisdom for anyone navigating change.✨ If you've ever felt behind, overwhelmed, or uncertain about what's next, this episode is for you.⏱️ Episode Chapters0:00:00 – 0:00:31 | Intro0:00:31 – 0:44:00 | Life LatelyKatie & Ava catch up on all things life, pregnancy, motherhood, labor and delivery stories, the Hilary Duff concert, and everything happening behind the scenes.0:44:00 – 1:04:10 | A Dramatic Week (Brought to You by Naps)We unpack one of our most chaotic weeks yet, what led to making the difficult decision to let go of an employee, and everything that unfolded afterward.1:04:10 – 1:35:00 | Embracing Every SeasonOur main conversation on navigating life's changing seasons, growing through challenges, business highs and lows, resilience, leadership, and learning to embrace where you are instead of rushing to what's next.1:35:00 – End | Closing ThoughtsEarly 90s & 2000s movie nostalgia, sports, what we're currently watching, and our final Work Wife Wisdom.🎧 Don't Forget to...⭐ Follow the podcast so you never miss an episode.⭐ Rate & review if you're enjoying the show.⭐ Share this episode with a friend, coworker, or fellow entrepreneur who needs the reminder that every season has value.

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Life—and business—aren't meant to stay the same. Every season has something to teach us. In this week's episode, we're catching up on everything that's been happening lately—from Ava's final weeks before maternity leave, preparing for baby, and all things pregnancy, labor, and motherhood, to Katie's latest life updates, concerts, leadership, and everything in between. We also share one of the most emotionally exhausting weeks we've experienced at the studios and what happened behind the scene...

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