Marriage Tales and Embracing Fails: Risk, Creativity, and Growth with Jess Vangsnes

In this episode of "That's So Rad Podcast," Travis is joined by his amazingly rad wife, Jess Vangsnes. Together, they delve into their personal journey (sharing how they met), discussing the dynamics of their marriage, parenting five children, and their shared passion for creativity and adventure. Jess shares her experiences with overcoming learning challenges and how they shaped her diverse skill set, while Travis reflects on their mutual values and the importance of taking healthy risks. Travis lists off the many things Jess is able to do and says she's the most talented person he's ever met. The episode also highlights Jess's new ventures, including her relationship coaching practice, her podcast "Transforming Us," and her upcoming book "From Guarded to Grounded," which explores themes of self-awareness and personal growth. Checkout her Enneagram and relationship coaching resources: https://www.transformingus.org/Their shared podcast: Cultivate the OrdinaryEpisode Highlights:Funny Stories: Jess shares about Travis' dating profile which featured him riding a llama and driving a crazy car. They also talk about the time he had her do a tattoo on him with a tattoo gun he bought off EBay. Marriage Dynamics: The couple candidly and humorously discuss their marriage, highlighting their shared love for creativity, adventures, and embracing risk. Parenting Adventures: Jess and Travis share a laugh about the time they forgot to pick up their son from school, showcasing the chaos of parenting five kids. Life Lessons: They reflect on taking risks, like the infamous Greyhound bus purchase, and how these adventures have shaped their relationship.