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Unvarnished Mamas

by Amanda Smith

Unvarnished: Plain and straightforward. Two Mamas, Diana and Amanda, providing you the unvarnished truth of motherhood, marriage, and simply being a woman in todays society. Offering a once a month bookclub, fun discussions, interviews, love, and laughs as they navigate parenthood.

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Episodes

  1. Diana's 2024 Catch Up

    What was Diana doing in 2024? Find out in this episode.

  2. Amanda's 2024 Catch Up Episode

    We're finally back!!! Find out what Amanda's been doing and why the break has been so long in this episode.

  3. Are You There God It's Me Margret Book Club Episode

    In this episode, the Mama's discuss a favorite young adult fiction book, Are You There God? It's Me, Margret by Judy Bloom. Listen as they discuss the book, their own adolecence, faith, and their takes on society.

  4. How To Get Your Grandma Body

    In this episode, the Mama's discuss how to get your grandma body. Who has time to work on their beach body or their bikini body? We're just trying to be the cool grandmas!

  5. S2E4 September Catch Up 2023

    Listen as the Mamas catch up on what's been happening over the last few weeks.

  6. S6 E3 Summer Reflections and Plans For The Future

    In this episode, the Mamas discuss the best and worst things about their summer while looking forward to fall and goal setting.

  7. S6E2 Book Woman of Troublesome Creek Book Club Episode

    Listen as the Mama's discuss this month's book, The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek by Kim Michele Richardson. This episode is filled with descriptions and discussions of Appalachian and South East Kentucky Culture. We hope you enjoy! Email: [email protected]:...

  8. August 2023 Catch Up

    IT'S SEASON 6!!!! Listen as the Mamas get caught up on what they've been up to for the last seveal weeks!

  9. Simplicity Parenting Book Club Episode

    In the season 5 finale, the Mama's discuss the book, Simplicity Parenting by Kim John Payne. Listen as they dscuss the book and how it has affected each of their lifes, even beyond parenting.

  10. Pro Moms Baby Shower

    What do the Mama's suggest taking to a baby shower? What should you put on your registry? Listen as they discuss their favorite baby products and what they wished they would have had.

  11. July 2023 Catch Up

    Listen in as the mamas discuss what they've been up to for the last few weeks.

  12. Reality Tea V

    Listen as the Mamas discuss their favorite Reality TV shows, focusing mostly on Sister Wives and the Brown family.

  13. How To Keep House While Drowning Book Club Episode

    Listen as the Mamas discuss How To Keep House While Drowning by KC Davis.

  14. Beach Ready?

    In this weeks episode, the Mamas discuss all of their best beach tips and tricks. Where should you stay? How should you save money? What should you do? Find out in today's episode. Email: [email protected]: https://www.facebook.com/UnvarnishedMamaInstagram:...

  15. June 2023 Catch Up

    What have the Mama's been up to since May? Find out what their last month has been like and all about the super cool homeschool conference Diana attended.

  16. All Things Great And Small Book Club Episode

    In this weeks episode, the Mamas discuss the book All Things Great And Small by James Herriot. Listen as they talk about animals, short engagments, and Diana has to run out of her house screaming less than 20 minutes into the episode. Email: [email protected]:...

  17. Dr. Mrs. Superwoman (Interview with Dr. Jordyne Carmack)

    In this episode, the Mamas interview Dr. Jordyne Carmack, PhD. Listen as ALL of these Mamas discuss professionalism. What should you teach your children to prepare them for the work force? How do you remain a professional after you have children? How can you be a professional as a stay at home…

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  18. Motherhood Self-Care

    In todays episode, listen in as the Mamas discuss self-care. What is self-care? What is NOT self-care? What do they do for self-care? What should people not do for self-care? How many times can the term "self-care" be brought up in one episode description? Find out now! Email:...

  19. May 2023 Catch Up

    It's a whole new season with whole new adventures! Listen in as the Mamas catch up on what they've done during April and what they have planned for the current season. This week they discuss illness, job changes, skunk removal, and this strange new world they are entering, Youtube! Email:...

  20. Silky Vs. Crunchy

    In this weeks episode listen in as the Mamas discuss silky vs. cruncy. What is it? How do you know which one you are? Which one are they? Email: [email protected] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UnvarnishedMama Instagram: instagram.com/unvarnished_mamas/ Tik Tok: Unvarnished Mama

  21. March 2023 Catch Up

    A lot has happened in March for the Mamas. Listen in as they dicuss health updates, places they have traveled, an egg crisis update from a chicken lady, and grief. So many emotions in this one but remember that every flower needs rain and it's encouraged to talk to a professional about grief when...

  22. But Seriously, Call The Midwife (Interview with Wantina Brooks-Roach CPM, LCPM)

    In this weeks episode, the Mamas talk with midwife, Wantina Brooks-Roach. Listen as they discuss home births, the roll and benefits of a birthing team, and even racism in births. https://southernbirthjustice.org/ Email: [email protected] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UnvarnishedMama...

  23. Diana Reacts, Again

    In this weeks episode, listen in as Amanda reads Diana more Redit posts to get her reaction. While a theme wasn't planned it turned into an "in-law" episode. How would the Mamas have reacted in similar situations? Email: [email protected] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UnvarnishedMama...

  24. Murder She Barked Book Club

    In this months book club episode, the Mamas discuss the book Murder, She Barked by Krista Davis. Listen as the Mamas not only discuss the book but their pets, proposals, and blunders. Email: [email protected] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UnvarnishedMama Instagram:...

  25. Homeschooling With Disapproval

    In today's episode, listen as the Mamas discuss commonly asked questions for homeschooling moms. They discuss things they have been asked and how they answered those questions. Also, friendly reminder that there is no momshaming on either end. No matter your choice of education for your child, we...

  26. March 2023 Catch Up

    In this episode the Mamas catch up on how their February was. Listen in as they discuss sickness, fitness, and staying a little too busy. Also long discussions about the Asbury Revival and homeschool conferences. Email: [email protected] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UnvarnishedMama...

  27. Tools of the Trade Part 2

    Season 1 episode 2, the Mamas discussed their "tools of the trade". These were things that they could not live without because they were so helpful in their lives. Almost a full year later the Mamas decided to create another list of helpful things. What are the things that the Mamas are…

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  28. Girl, Stop Apologizing Book Club Episode

    In today's episode, the Mamas discuss one of Amanda's favorite books, Girl, Stop Apologizing by Rachel Hollis. Listen as they discuss goal setting, their "whys", and how they fit working on their goals into their family life. Email: [email protected] Facebook:...

  29. February Catch Up

    IT'S SEASON FOUR Y'ALL! In this weeks episode the Mamas catch up on what's been happening during the month of January. Listen as they discuss medical problems, children growing up, and one of the Mamas got a tattoo! Email: [email protected] Facebook…

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  30. Aeronaut's Windlass Bookclub Episode

    In the final episode of season 3, the Mamas discuss Diana's bookclub choice, Aeronauts Windlass by Jim Butcher. It's a steampunk feel sci-fi adventure book. Listen in as they discuss their favorite charaters, quotes, and thoughts about the book. Also, of course their are side tangents...how do…

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  31. 1000 Hours Outside in 2023

    You all know how important 1000 Hours Outside is for the Mamas. In this episode they discuss how close to their goals they got in 2022 and what they plan for 2023.

  32. January Catch Up

    It's the January catch up and it's been a while since they've got to chat. Listen in as they discuss Diana's birthday, how old is old, and goals for the new year!

  33. Twelve Slays of Christmas

    Recorded: December 7, 2022 Description: In this episode the Mamas react to the book Twelve Slays of Christmas by Jaqueline Frost.It's a fun book about a young girl, Holly White, who finds herself back in her parents home in Misletoe, Main following a breakup just in time for Christmas. Things go...

  34. CTE with S.H.A.N.E

    Recorded: December 8, 2022 Description: In this episode the Mamas discuss education with a Papa. Amanda's husband joins them as they discuss Career and Technical Education. Find out what it is, how it works, and annecdotes of those who have been successful following graduation.

  35. Motherhood By The Book

    Recorded: November 23, 2022 Description: Listen in as the Mamas discuss one of their new favorite books, Motherhood by the Book written by Jennifer Peppito.

  36. Christmas Traditions

    Recorded: November 15, 2023 Description: The Mama's are in the Christmas Spirit! Listen as they discuss their Christmas' growing up and current traditions!

  37. November Catch Up

    Record Date: November 10, 2022 Join the Mama's as they kick off season 3 with a catch up episode! It was recorded early in the morning which leads to mistakes, jokes, and interruptions. Isn't this Unvarnished life beautiful?

  38. Love Comes Softly by Jeanette Oaks Book Club Episode

    In this episode the Mamas discuss the book Love Comes Softly by Jeanette Oaks. Listen as they discuss how they would have lived back then and their plans for winter.

  39. Hard Seasons

    The Mamas discuss hard seasons in parenting and how they get through them. And since it's been such a hard season for Amanda, production fell really behind. Sorry for the delay in episodes but we should be able to get out 3 episodes this weekend! At least that is the goal!

  40. October Catch Up

    This week the Mamas catch up with each other on everything that happened in the month of September. Hear them talk about birthdays, trips, school, and rodeos! **Note** A lot has been going on lately and we have fallen behind in production. We plan to get caught up soon. Sorry everyone!

  41. The Smith Wedding Story

    It's Amanda's wedding anniversary week and she wanted to reminisce about her wedding day to Diana. Listen to the drama of Amanda's wedding dress not fitting, her groom almost "running for the hills", and the bridesmaid that told her she had been jilted.

  42. Teaching From Rest Book Club

    Join the Mamas as they discuss one of Diana's favorite books, Teaching From Rest by Sarah Mackenzie. Listen in as they discuss the benefits and struggles of homeschooling.

  43. How We Homeschool

    This week the Mamas discuss how they each homeschool. Each one does things very different and they discuss why that is and how it works for their family. Listen as they discuss the types of homeschooling available and why they made this decision for their families.

  44. September Catch Up

    Catch up with the Mamas this month as things have slowed down on the calendar but sped up in their day to day lives. In todays episode they discuss back to school, illegal milk, and behavioral struggles. Facebook: Unvarnished Mamas Instagram: Unvarnished_Mamas TikTok: UnvarnishedMama Email:...

  45. Interview With Counselor Chris

    In today's special episode, we did an interview with Diana's husband Chris. Chris is a counselor and has been practicing for seven years now! He talked with the Mamas about when to seek counseling services, the importance of rest, and how important play is for children. Guided Sleep Meditation…

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  46. Realistic Fall Activities

    Listen as the Mamas discuss their favorite things to do in the fall. This is a list that's much more realistic than things you may find on Pintrest. Please reach out to us and let us know what your favorite fall activities are! You can find us on Facebook and Instagram as Unvarnished Mamas and...

  47. Believe It! Book Club Episode

    In this weeks episode, we discuss the book Believe It! by Jamie Kern-Lima. Listen as the Mamas discuss faith crisis, adoptions, and tenacity.

  48. Season 2! August Catch Up

    The Mamas are back in this catch up episode! Find out what the girls did in their time off, all of the travel for Amanda, and why Diana is getting up at 5:00 AM!!!!

  49. Unvarnished Papas? Season One Finale

    In the season one finale, the papas take over! Join Shane and Chris and host Jon Roy as they react to Season One of Unvarnished Mamas.

  50. Louisiana Longshot Book Club Episodes

    In the penultimate episode of season 1, and the last episode for Amanda and Diana, we read the final book club episode of the season. Reading Louisiana Longshot by Jana DeLeon, the mamas discuss not only the book but their favorite southern sayings, their favorite southern food, and the most...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Unvarnished: Plain and straightforward. Two Mamas, Diana and Amanda, providing you the unvarnished truth of motherhood, marriage, and simply being a woman in todays society. Offering a once a month bookclub, fun discussions, interviews, love, and laughs as they navigate parenthood.

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Unvarnished: Plain and straightforward. Two Mamas, Diana and Amanda, providing you the unvarnished truth of motherhood, marriage, and simply being a woman in todays society. Offering a once a month bookclub, fun discussions, interviews, love, and laughs as they navigate parenthood.

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