Sharing our Stories about the Messy Middles of Life
Sharing the Middle is a podcast that explores the "middle moments" of life—those raw, unfiltered experiences of navigating uncertainty, growth, or adversity. This is a space for guests to discuss not just their victories, but the vulnerable, in-progress parts of their journeys, whether in motherhood, health, career, or self-discovery. We celebrate the messy middle—that uncertain space between challenge and resolution.
In this mini check‑in, I’m sharing a very real slice of my midlife: RSV running through our house, living with ME/CFS, and parenting a baby who does not believe in sleep. Instead of preten...
I sat down with my dad to talk about where my love of Christmas decorations actually comes from. I learned so much, and also realized lots of ways my attitude toward Christmas decor can he...
Three years ago this Halloween, my life changed forever. What started as unexplained fatigue became an ME/CFS diagnosis that reshaped everything—my career, my body, my future. But then cam...
I talk with Magalie René about rebuilding her business after getting diagnosed with hyperthyroidism. I loved this conversation because of the fact that I have hypothyroidism. We're dealing...
I sit down with Dr. Catrina Mitchum to hear about her journey through multiple sclerosis diagnosis while balancing academic demands, motherhood, and career transitions.
We explore th...
I sit down with Genevieve Dreizen, co-founder of Fresh Start Registry, for a candid conversation about rediscovering yourself after a long-term relationship ends and finding unexpected lov...
In this conversation, I sit down with Jana G. (known as Janaandbooks or Lady Whistle Threads across social media) to discuss something we rarely talk about openly - setting boundaries whil...
In this special episode of "Sharing the Middle," I share my top 10 lessons learned from being in the messy middle of life… and that maybe I don’t dislike the middle as much as before?
<...In this episode, Joe and I dive deep into the joys and challenges of parenting, particularly with our growing family after welcoming our third child! We discuss how we're managing surprisi...
Lacey opens up about her journey through pregnancy, sharing her experiences as a soon-to-be mother while managing chronic illness. At 31 weeks pregnant, she reflects on the challenges and ...
Lacey welcomes Heather Vickery to the podcast for an enlightening conversation that dives deep into the realms of human design, personal transformation, and the journey toward embracing au...
Lacey’s conversation with Amy Kemp is a deep dive into the intricacies of navigating life's challenges, especially in the context of personal goals and societal expectations. The dialogue ...
Jori O'Neal shares her powerful journey through identity, motherhood, and the complexities of navigating different cultural spaces in this heartfelt conversation. We delve into her experie...
Lacey and Joe dive into the complexities of marriage and the importance of celebrating their relationship on a special trip, a long-awaited journey that symbolizes their commitment. As the...
Kandice Shaw shares her powerful journey of navigating the complexities of caregiving and personal growth through yoga. As a yoga teacher and trainer, she reflects on the emotional challen...
Join me in this heartfelt episode of 'Sharing the Middle' where I chat with Shannon Klein, also known as Shannon K, a coach who helps inspire and encourage women. Together, we dive deep in...
In this episode, I'm thrilled to reconnect with my friend, Zac Owens. We dive into the concept of 'exploring different parts of ourselves' through meaningful conversations, highlighting ho...
Welcome to this special solo episode of 'Sharing the Middle' with Lacey. In this heartfelt update, I share big news about my unexpected pregnancy despite having an IUD. Join me as I discus...
In this episode, I dive back into our regular interview format with the inspiring Josi Dumont. We discuss Josi's journey from a high-flying corporate career through a tumultuous 'messy mid...
In this episode of 'Sharing the Middle,' I, Lacey, your friend and guide in life's messy middles, dive into a delightful and heartfelt conversation with my two oldest nieces, Brhi and Grac...
Its a Lacey talking to you episode! In this episode, I reflect on my journey of personal growth, sparked by deep conversations with those close to me. I'll share how confronting emotions, ...
Show Notes
We are jumping back into my conversation with my dear friend, Emma. We dove deep into the nitty-gritty of life and discussed everything from personal growth and body ima...
In this episode of 'Sharing the Middle', I had a heart-to-heart with my lifelong friend, Emma. We took a trip down memory lane, from our carefree girlhood days to the ups and downs of woma...
My sister Becky and I are letting it all out about being that 'chaos friend.' You know, the friend who's always in the center of a mess? Spoiler alert: I found out I'm one of them! We get ...
In this continuation episode, Lacey and her cousin Al delve into deeper discussions about family stories and their impact on individual identity. They explore themes of feeling like an out...
The title of this episode may seem provocative and harsh, but it's a phrase that came from my own writing and continues to resonate in my mind. It certainly isn’t all Bradley women, but mo...
I get chatty with my dear husband, Joe, about some exciting tweaks to my beloved podcast. After testing the waters with various formats over the year, I've realized that heart-to-heart tal...
In this episode, I have an inspiring conversation with fitness coach Rebecca Stewart. Rebecca shares her journey with chronic illness, the struggle with a multitude of diagnoses, and navig...
Sharing The Mddl is bursting into 2024 with some new energy and joy.
]]>...In this episode, Lacey, the host, discusses her personal struggles, including the loss of her pet dog, Indy, her family being sick, and challenges with moving homes. Lacey announces a chan...
I had the absolute pleasure of chatting with the lovely Melissa about the concept of Living in the Wait. We connected through social media, and let me tell you, it was an instant connectio...
In this episode, I'm going off-script and sharing some personal updates. I apologize for not having the usual episodes out, but life has been a whirlwind lately. We've just moved into a ne...
Howdy friends! I want to take a quick moment to check in with you during the whirlwind of my life right now. I plan on coming back better than ever in just a few weeks.
For more Sha...In this episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with Serin Silva, an intuitive coach and medium. We dove deep into topics like spirituality, infidelity, and finding our authentic selves in...
In this mini-episode, I'm switching things up a bit and sharing more about my writing process and the challenges of being in the messy middle of life. With my family going through a big ch...
I had the pleasure of chatting with Meredith Constant, a niche content creator who focuses on media literacy through the lens of the British royal family and the British media. Meredith sh...
I recently had the pleasure of speaking with Tresa Edmunds, the creative visionary of Body Loyalty, on my podcast. We talked about embracing our bodies, especially when we're dealing with ...
On this week's mini-episode, my sister Becky, my cousin Lydia, and I talk about the recent Barbie movie and how it impacted us. We dive into the themes of feminism and gender studies that ...
I had the pleasure of chatting with Dee Hoch, founder of Fire Within Coaching. During our conversation, we discussed the challenges of navigating the "supposed to's" in life and finding th...
This week we are revisiting my conversation with Kim Shapira that was in episode 5 earlier this year. I do still end this mini-episode with a little Lacey Loves so make sure to stay to the...
In this episode of my podcast, I talk with Sadie Higgins, a recovering entrepreneur, about the beauty of the messy middle of life. Sadie shares her personal journey of going through a toug...
In this episode, I talk about my personal struggles with creativity and how I've learned to embrace it in a healthy way. I also give advice on how to deal with toxic friendships and share ...
As I talked with Amanda Hofman, co-founder and CEO of Go To Market, a branded merchandise studio, we explored the idea of being stuck in a middle we know will end and downplaying our own p...
In this mini episode of Sharing the Middle, we read an essay from the middle, give some unsolicited advice, and share some Lacey loves.
The essay is called "Ending of a Comfortable M...
In this episode of my podcast, I chat with Delia Pena-Gay, a podcast host and blogger originally from the Bronx. Delia shares her experience of feeling like she was in the middle of a lot ...
In this week's mini-episode, I'm talking about my family vacation and the struggles that came with it. I share how it was different this year without my grandma, who was the backbone of ou...
I recently had the pleasure of chatting with Jenna Hermans on my podcast and I'm excited for you to listen.
During our conversation, Jenna talked about the importance of being in tun...
In this episode, we have a lot to cover. First, I'll read an article from The Mddl that talks about the ongoing struggle between consistency and self-acceptance.
Next, we'll be givin...
I had the pleasure of chatting with Kim O'Hara who played a huge role in my journey with The Mddl. Kim is a writer and book coach, who gave me the confidence to start sharing my own writin...
Come support me on In this episode, I sit down with Adriana Keefe, a human design expert, to discuss the middle and human design. We cover a lot of ground, from the basics of what human design is to the nuan...Navigating The Middle using Human Design with Adriana Keefe
This week's mini-episode really explores the ups and downs that come with having good days while chronically ill. I give some advice for you even if you don't have those bad of days (we al...
In this episode of Sharing The Mddl, I talk with Heather Pennel Glover, or HPG, about navigating life in the middle of cancer and motherhood. HPG shares her journey of getting sober, getti...
Welcome to the first episode of the Sharing The Mddl podcast, where we explore the all of the different middles of life. In this episode, we're joined by Dr. Seema Desai as she shares her own journ...
I had the absolute pleasure of sitting down for Kim Shapira, Registered Dietitian. You are going to hear Kim help me reach some deep conclusions about my relationship with the middle and my relatio...
Date: 12/28/22
Name of podcast: Sharing The Mddl
Episode title and number: Episode 2: The First Mini Episode!
Brief summary of episode:
Lacey, the host of Sharing ...
We are so lucky to have Leslie Jespersen mom, creator, and intuitive strategy mentor for aspiring women entrepreneurs who desire freedom and fulfillment, but don’t know where to start and/or are af...
I had the amazing opportunity to chat with Jamie Mittelman of Flame Bearers. Flame Bearers is the first global storytelling platform that celebrates the stories of women, Olympians and para Olympia...
In today’s Mini-Episode you get some fresh Lacey! I am going to read you a little introduction from my upcoming workbook, Support From The Mddl. We then talk through a reader letter that asks for h...
I love a mini-episode where I get to talk directly to you! Today I am reading the Being Too Much Essay from the middle, giving advice to an overachiever, and then talking about my loves for the wee...
In this special episode, I have the honor of chatting with Dr. Jennifer Hintzsche, a wife, mother, innovator, and a fierce advocate for women's health. She has a doctoral degree in bioinformatics a...
I cannot wait for you all to join me in The Mddl.
We are going to explore the messy middles of life and the lessons we can learn from them.
I'm Lacey a fellow person in the midd...
In this mini episode, I discuss the concept of "Start With Why" by Simon Sinek, my Why behind The Mddl, how it relates to finding peace and happiness in life. I also share advice on how to cope wit...
We are kicking off the Women Who Made Me Series with two women who made Sharing The Mddl happen through their support and knowledge. Ashley Hearon-Smith and Keri Setaro are the two funny women behi...
In this episode of Sharing the Mddl, I talk to Marla Green, a nurse practitioner and entrepreneur, about her journey of becoming disabled after a car accident and how she transitioned to becoming a...
I'm super excited to share with you the final episode of our "Women Who Made Me" series, where I was joined by my mother and three sisters to talk about motherhood.
We talked about the tough ...
The second episode in the Women Who Made Me series is a woman who has become one of my go-tos for all kinds of The Mddl related topics. Sara Kelly is a Home Management Consultant and what I lovingl...
Welcome to March and the start of our Women Who Made Me series! I kick things off with a personal essay about the women who have made me who I am today. Next up is an advice segment, where I answer...
Enjoy an amazing new mini-episode of Sharing The Mddl! This episode includes an essay from The Mddl about our relationship with time, advice from The Mddl talking about feeling like enough, and Lac...
In this episode, we talk about self-care, the barriers that can prevent us from taking care of ourselves, and how to overcome them. In our advice from The Mddl we also explore how mothers can strug...
This week my dear friends Alex Lippert and Katie Nemeth join me for the third installment of the Women Who Made Me series. They are two of the most delightful and kind beings and I am so excited to...
I reflect on turning 34 and being solidly in my mid-thirties. While I don't mind aging, I am a fool for nostalgia and am blown away by how quickly time passes. Nonetheless, my 33rd year has given m...
In this mini episode of my Sharing the Mddl podcast, I talk about the ups and downs of chronic illness and the difficulties of asking for and accepting support. I also promote my newly released wor...
In this mini-episode of Sharing The Mddl, I want to chat with you about imposter syndrome and failure. I had a realization that I couldn't write about being an imposter because I wasn’t even good e...
In today’s Mini-Episode you get to hear my essay from the middle this week about trying to find the Just Right. We talk about giving support and walking on eggshells in our advice from the middle. ...
Certified Product Launch and Operations Specialist, Christina Vanacore, discusses her journey through infertility and the lessons she learned during that difficult middle.
In this episode, I ...
In this episode of Sharing the Mddl, I celebrate my 7th wedding anniversary by delving into the concept of the seven-year itch in marriage and exploring how it relates to the messy middle of marria...
In this mini episode, I talk about my struggles with balancing productivity and inspiration. I discuss how I'm trying to figure out where inspiration, productivity, and value meet. I also share adv...
In this podcast episode, I interview Christine Brown, a certified child sleep consultant and founder of Bella Luna Family. Christine shares her personal journey of how she became interested in slee...
I interviewed Laura Sinclair, a public relations and social media marketing executive who is also a serial entrepreneur. Laura shared her perspective on the "messy middle," where she lives as a mot...
In this podcast, I had a conversation with Jamie Campanella about the importance of embracing the middle stage of progress towards our goals. Jamiee shares her personal experience of being stuck in...
In this episode of my podcast, I share my personal thoughts on motherhood and the fears and concerns that come with it. I believe it's important to be honest and open about these things, so that we...
In this podcast episode, my guest Cara D’Orazio and I had a great conversation about her transition from teaching in-person workout classes to becoming a virtual fitness instructor. We talked about...
Welcome to Sharing the Mddl, a podcast where we learn to embrace the messy middles of life. In this mini episode, I share my recent experience with crocheting and how it taught me to embrace failur...
I am so excited to chat with Lee Friedman of Mango Tree Travel. You’ll be just as amazed as me to hear all that Lee does as a lawyer, mom, and entrepreneur. As a bad traveler, I am in awe of all th...
Just a little mini-episode action where I talk a little bit about what has been going on with me for a few weeks. I think a lot about normal and how love is pretty dang important.
I say very little because I've got some stuff happening. That being said, I'm so glad you're here.
Come support me on In this episode of my podcast, I share my personal thoughts on motherhood and the fears and concerns that come with it. I believe it's important to be honest and open about these things, s...Not-So-Mini-Episode About Motherhood and Marriage
In this podcast episode, my guest Cara D’Orazio and I had a great conversation about her transition from teaching in-person workout classes to becoming a virtual fitness instructor. We tal...
In this episode of Sharing the Mddl, I celebrate my 7th wedding anniversary by delving into the concept of the seven-year itch in marriage and exploring how it relates to the messy middle ...
I interviewed Laura Sinclair, a public relations and social media marketing executive who is also a serial entrepreneur. Laura shared her perspective on the "messy middle," where she lives...
Welcome to Sharing the Mddl, a podcast where we learn to embrace the messy middles of life. In this mini episode, I share my recent experience with crocheting and how it taught me to embra...
Certified Product Launch and Operations Specialist, Christina Vanacore, discusses her journey through infertility and the lessons she learned during that difficult middle.
In this ep...
In this mini episode, I talk about my struggles with balancing productivity and inspiration. I discuss how I'm trying to figure out where inspiration, productivity, and value meet. I also ...
In this podcast, I had a conversation with Jamie Campanella about the importance of embracing the middle stage of progress towards our goals. Jamiee shares her personal experience of being...
Just a little mini-episode action where I talk a little bit about what has been going on with me for a few weeks. I think a lot about normal and how love is pretty dang important.
I am so excited to chat with Lee Friedman of Mango Tree Travel. You’ll be just as amazed as me to hear all that Lee does as a lawyer, mom, and entrepreneur. As a bad traveler, I am in awe ...
I say very little because I've got some stuff happening. That being said, I'm so glad you're here.
Come support me on In this podcast episode, I interview Christine Brown, a certified child sleep consultant and founder of Bella Luna Family. Christine shares her personal journey of how she became intereste...Surviving Sleep Deprivation and Finding Purpose with Christine Brown
In today’s Mini-Episode you get to hear my essay from the middle this week about trying to find the Just Right. We talk about giving support and walking on eggshells in our advice from the...
I'm super excited to share with you the final episode of our "Women Who Made Me" series, where I was joined by my mother and three sisters to talk about motherhood.
We talked about t...
In this mini-episode of Sharing The Mddl, I want to chat with you about imposter syndrome and failure. I had a realization that I couldn't write about being an imposter because I wasn’t ev...
This week my dear friends Alex Lippert and Katie Nemeth join me for the third installment of the Women Who Made Me series. They are two of the most delightful and kind beings and I am so e...
In this mini episode of my Sharing the Mddl podcast, I talk about the ups and downs of chronic illness and the difficulties of asking for and accepting support. I also promote my newly rel...
The second episode in the Women Who Made Me series is a woman who has become one of my go-tos for all kinds of The Mddl related topics. Sara Kelly is a Home Management Consultant and what ...
I reflect on turning 34 and being solidly in my mid-thirties. While I don't mind aging, I am a fool for nostalgia and am blown away by how quickly time passes. Nonetheless, my 33rd year ha...
We are kicking off the Women Who Made Me Series with two women who made Sharing The Mddl happen through their support and knowledge. Ashley Hearon-Smith and Keri Setaro are the two funny w...
Welcome to March and the start of our Women Who Made Me series! I kick things off with a personal essay about the women who have made me who I am today. Next up is an advice segment, where...
In this episode of Sharing the Mddl, I talk to Marla Green, a nurse practitioner and entrepreneur, about her journey of becoming disabled after a car accident and how she transitioned to b...
Enjoy an amazing new mini-episode of Sharing The Mddl! This episode includes an essay from The Mddl about our relationship with time, advice from The Mddl talking about feeling like enough...
In this episode, we talk about self-care, the barriers that can prevent us from taking care of ourselves, and how to overcome them. In our advice from The Mddl we also explore how mothers ...
In this special episode, I have the honor of chatting with Dr. Jennifer Hintzsche, a wife, mother, innovator, and a fierce advocate for women's health. She has a doctoral degree in bioinfo...
In this mini episode, I discuss the concept of "Start With Why" by Simon Sinek, my Why behind The Mddl, how it relates to finding peace and happiness in life. I also share advice on how to...
I had the amazing opportunity to chat with Jamie Mittelman of Flame Bearers. Flame Bearers is the first global storytelling platform that celebrates the stories of women, Olympians and par...
I love a mini-episode where I get to talk directly to you! Today I am reading the Being Too Much Essay from the middle, giving advice to an overachiever, and then talking about my loves fo...
I had the absolute pleasure of sitting down for Kim Shapira, Registered Dietitian. You are going to hear Kim help me reach some deep conclusions about my relationship with the middle and m...
In today’s Mini-Episode you get some fresh Lacey! I am going to read you a little introduction from my upcoming workbook, Support From The Mddl. We then talk through a reader letter that a...
We are so lucky to have Leslie Jespersen mom, creator, and intuitive strategy mentor for aspiring women entrepreneurs who desire freedom and fulfillment, but don’t know where to start and/...
Date: 12/28/22
Name of podcast: Sharing The Mddl
Episode title and number: Episode 2: The First Mini Episode!
Brief summary of episode:
Lacey, the host of...
Welcome to the first episode of the Sharing The Mddl podcast, where we explore the all of the different middles of life. In this episode, we're joined by Dr. Seema Desai as she shares her ...
I cannot wait for you all to join me in The Mddl.
We are going to explore the messy middles of life and the lessons we can learn from them.
I'm Lacey a fellow person in...