THE DARLING JOURNEY
The Darling Journey is a podcast about the magical but messy adventure that comes with finding your forever darling. Hosted by The Real Housewives of Dallas star Brandi Redmond and fashion designer Ashley Hensley, The Darling Journey focuses on growing your family through adoption, IVF, surrogacy, and fostering. These two adoptive mothers and passionate adoption advocates connected while working on a fashion line for children to raise money for the Seecaas Hope for Adoption Foundation. Hosts Brandi and Ashley want to empower you to grow your family through love and find joy in the journey.
Mon, February 28, 2022
We are FINALLY Back
Ashley and Brandi catch back up. Listen in to find out what has been going on in their lives and how dance and cheer are keeping them on their toes! As well as their prayers for Ukraine. They are so excited to be back to talk parenting, fun, and faith at the Darling Journey!
Fri, January 28, 2022
Give Yourself A Break
Wed, January 12, 2022
Thankful Journey
Tue, December 21, 2021
Santa's Almost Here
Tue, November 23, 2021
A Thanksgiving Treat
Brandi is joined by a couple of her daughters and her mother for some family time, plus an adoptive mother whose journey took her to Russia.
Thu, November 18, 2021
Wondery: Flip & Mozi’s Guide to How to Be An Earthling
Introducing Flip & Mozi’s Guide to How to be an Earthling, the intergalactic musical podcast that brings conservation into the conversation for kids and their grown-ups. From the creators of the #1 Kids and Family podcast, Wow in the World, in collaboration with Grammy-nominated,The Pop Ups, each audio animated, humor-filled episode inspires a sense of environmental stewardship, both for the Earth and all of its animal earthlings. Visit flipandmozi.com for more!
Tue, November 09, 2021
Magical but Messy Lives
Sometimes life is crazy and busy! Ashley and Brandi talk about their crazy week but all of the love that is involved in it. Follow @brandiredmond and @loveashleyhensley on instagram and Subscribe to never miss an episode!
Thu, October 21, 2021
Bedtime Blues
Ashley and Brandi discuss co sleeping with kids , social media , the best of Netflix and more!
Thu, October 07, 2021
Losing It , Everyone Does it
Y'all parenting is hard but so worth it. Ashley and Brandi talk losing it with their kiddos ( out of love of course ) and much more! Follow @brandiredmond and @loveashleyhensley on instagram and Subscribe to never miss an episode!
Wed, October 06, 2021
Wondery - Who, When, Wow
Introducing... Who, When, Wow! A new Tinkercast original podcast from the creators of the #1 kids & family podcast, Wow in the World. Join host Rebecca Sheir on auditory journeys into the lives of history's unsung heroes and amazing humans who make us say "WOW!" This is just a preview of Who, When, Wow! But you can listen to the full episode at https://wondery.com/shows/who-when-wow/
Sun, September 12, 2021
Episode 23: I’m A Karen
Thu, September 02, 2021
Episode 22: Meeting Mary Kate and talking healthy food options
Ashley and Brandi had the privilege to hear Mary Kate talk about her Dad's journey to meeting his biological father and talk about which fast food option is the healthiest! Can you guess which one?!
Fri, August 06, 2021
Episode 21: Happy Hour Catch Up!
Join in and listen while Brandi and Ashley talk about mom shaming, how fast the summer flew by and have a Happy hour!
Wed, June 16, 2021
Episode 20: SO Excited to talk with Leigh Anne Tuohy
Ashley and Brandi have guest Leigh Anne Tuohy on! Tune in to hear all about her family, their foundation : Making it Happen and Forever Family Fridays!
Wed, June 02, 2021
Episode 19: Adoption, Fostering and Fun with Jana, Brandi's Mom!!!
Ashley and Brandi have a fun talk with Brandi's mom about parenting and more!
Fri, May 07, 2021
Episode 18: We're back and catching up on Life!
Ashley and Brandi talk about whats been going on in their daily lives and a Golden Ticket is given out! Tune in to find out who!
Fri, March 26, 2021
Episode 17: Ashley and Brandi chat with Jen Davis!
Jen tells her entire story of becoming a mom and the ups and downs of it!
Thu, March 11, 2021
Episode 16: We're Back!
Catch up with what's going on with Brandi and Ashley as they talk about life and their kiddos! Plus a must know secret!
Fri, February 19, 2021
Episode 15: Welcome To The World, Brilynn Mari Redmond
Brandi's baby girl is finally here!
Tue, February 02, 2021
Introducing Band of Mothers
Shayna Ferm and Tracey Tee, moms and creators of The Pump and Dump Show, are bringing you a new podcast: Band of Mothers. With no topic off limits, the Band of Mothers podcast explores women’s lifestyle subjects with honest, hilarious and entertaining conversations through the lens of being a mom in today’s world. This is a podcast for every mom, because every mom should have a Band of Mothers. Listen at wondery.fm/BOM_DarlingJourney
Wed, January 13, 2021
Episode 14: New Year, New Goals
Ashley and Brandi catch up in the New Year. Talk about RHOD, parenting, goals and what the new Year may bring!
Mon, January 11, 2021
Wondery Presents: Talking It Out
You hear it all the time. If you’re comfortable, you’re not growing. And that goes for everything – from your career, to your relationships, to the people you meet, to the conversations you have. Talking It Out is a new podcast hosted by Bachelor alums Mike Johnson and Bryan Abasolo where they’ll dive into a variety of topics. They’ll talk about love and relationships -- and as former Bachelor contestants, they’re kind of experts. They’ll cover the ins and outs of dating, marriage, family, career and so much more. Above all, Talking It Out is about having real conversations with actual experts and celebrities to give advice to help keep you growing. And of course Mike and Bryan will talk with your favorite Bachelor stars, with no topic being off limits. Listen at wondery.fm/DarlingJourneyTIO
Wed, December 23, 2020
Episode 13: Keri Vellis Joins Us
Keri Vellis is our very special guest on The Darling Journey.
Wed, December 16, 2020
Episode 12: Gift Giving with Brandi and Ashley
Today Ashley and Brandi talk about a few of their favorite gifts. Join in for great gift giving ideas made easy! From crafts to gift baskets, they cover all fun things you can do from making gifts to picking them! Also join in on YouTube to see the gifts on the very first live episode!
Wed, November 25, 2020
Episode 11: Ashley and Brandi's Full Adoption Stories Told!
Ashley and Brandi talk adoption. They tell their full stories, the happy, the not so happy and all of the inbetween! Adoption is such a blessing but such a roller coaster. Find out how these 2 built their families and how you can relate as they open up!
Wed, November 18, 2020
Episode 10: Let's Talk Holiday Fun and Traditions
Today Ashley and Brandi talk about traditions they do with their families as well as traditions that listeners have sent in. Some that they had never heard before! Join them to get some fun ideas on what you and your family can do over the holidays!
Wed, November 11, 2020
Episode 9: Life in 2020
Today's episode Ashley and Brandi talk about whats going on in their lives in 2020. Brandi talks about exciting things happening as well as opening up about the tragedy that just happened in her family. Join us to hear all about it!
Fri, October 02, 2020
EPISODE 8 : Talking Life, Adoption, building a family , and the highs and lows of it all with Jeannine Morris!
In Today's episode we are so honored to talk with Beauty and Wellness Writer, Editor, TV Reporter , Yoga teacher and proud Mommy Jeannine Morris! Jeannine opens up and talks about how starting a family looked for her and husband Joe. She talks about the highs as well as the lows. ANd the best advise she was given when going through loss and her journey to adoption.
Wed, August 26, 2020
EPISODE SEVEN: Talking Building a Family with Supermom Courtney Lott, owner of Faithful Adoption Consultants
Today on the Podcast we have the honor of speaking with Courtney Lott. She is a wife, mom of EIGHT, and owner of Faithful Adoption Consultants. Courtney talks about how she does it all and still makes time for self care. She also has lots of great advice on building a family and how they grew their family!
Wed, August 12, 2020
EPISODE SIX: National Rainbow Baby Day with Founder Alexis DelChiaro
In Today's episode we are so honored to connect with Alexis DelChiaro, founder of #nationalrainbowbabyday and the voice behind the blog What the Fertility. Alexis opens up and talks about her and her husbands struggle with infertility and their journey to growing their family, in two different ways!
Wed, July 29, 2020
EPISODE FIVE: Inclusivity And Acceptance With Bryce Sizemore
“As adults, we just got to really be open and know that you know…we’re forming these little kids’ minds and their impressions of the world and so I think we do have to be those role models and model inclusivity and acceptance.” — Bryce Sizemore In today’s episode, we are so excited to feature our guest, Bryce Sizemore! Bryce is a sixth-year teacher from Dallas, a local cheerleading coach in his community and a new adoptive father! On social media, Bryce is the visionary behind @theteachingtexan.
Tue, July 14, 2020
EPISODE FOUR: It's Not Just Genetics With Travel Blogger Lindsey McKenzie
In today’s episode, we are so excited to connect with Travel + Lifestyle blogger, Lindsey McKenzie of @follow_your_detour! Lindsey is an author, travel guru, lifestyle blogger who has decided to expand her forever family through adoption! Following along on this episode to hear from a young adoptive mother-to-be and how she is prepping for her life with her forever darling!
Tue, June 30, 2020
EPISODE THREE: From The Adoption Expert, Dr. James W. Mercer
Today on the podcast we are honored to have Dr. James W. Mercer with us! Dr. Mercer holds a Doctorate in Counseling Psychology and a degree in Funeral Service. He also owns a foster care and adoption agency focusing on the hundreds of children throughout Texas who have suffered abuse.
Wed, June 17, 2020
EPISODE TWO: How Adoption Can Shape You With Brittany Ashmore
On today’s podcast, we connect with adoption and foster care advocate, Brittany Ashmore! As someone who has gone through adoption herself, Brittany is a guiding light for those who are interested in hearing first hand how adoption can shape you and become a part of your heart for your entire life. Brittany is the creator of #joyfulmamas and the voice behind The Ashmore’s Blog!
Wed, June 03, 2020
EPISODE ONE: Meet The Darling Duo
A podcast that knows the journey of finding your forever darling and growing your family through love can be magical but messy! Let’s face it, no two families are the same. Some people complete their family through adoption, fertility treatments, or foster care, the options are endless. On The Darling Journey, we explore different ways of how you can grow your family!
Wed, May 20, 2020
TRAILER: Welcome To The Darling Journey
A podcast that knows the journey of finding your forever darling and growing your family through love can be magical but messy! Let’s face it, no two families are the same. Some people complete their family through adoption, fertility treatments, or foster care, the options are endless. On The Darling Journey, we explore different ways of how you can grow your family!
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