Sugar, Spice & Spirits

Parenthood Pressure, Fertility Struggles & Finding Peace Either Way

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We start with a margarita we may or may not be calling the “Baby-Making Margarita”  (and yes… it might also be the “Call an Uber” margarita).
 
Then we go deep into a conversation a lot of people avoid:
how our beliefs about having kids change over time, why more people are choosing childfree, what infertility is really like emotionally, how faith plays into the waiting, and the very real “is it too late?” panic.
 
This episode may be triggering for some. We’re not doctors—if this topic hits close to home, please talk to your physician or a licensed professional.
 
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💬 Question for you: Have your feelings about kids changed as you’ve gotten older?
 
Resources mentioned (for show notes):
 
BetterHelp (Online therapy platform)https://www.betterhelp.comMentioned as an option for finding mental health support if the episode brings up difficult emotions.
 
Talkspace (Online therapy platform)https://www.talkspace.comMentioned as an online option for connecting with a therapist.
 
Psychology Today Therapist Directory (Online directory)https://www.psychologytoday.comMentioned as a place to search for and find a therapist.
 
Pew Research Center (Research organization)
https://www.pewresearch.orgCited as the source for statistics about adults who are unlikely to have children and reasons why.
 
Waiting in Hope (Faith-based nonprofit/charity)https://waitinginhope.org
Referenced as a church-connected resource offering support and materials for people on an infertility journey.
 
RESOLVE: The National Infertility Association (Organization)https://resolve.orgMentioned as a resource for infertility support and information.
 
Pregnancy After Loss Support (Organization)https://pregnancyafterlosssupport.orgMentioned as a resource for support after miscarriage or pregnancy loss.
Cheers to you—whatever your journey is. 
 
Chapters / timeline (based on your transcript)
00:00 Welcome back (Mindy, Kelly, Natalie)
00:08 “Baby-Making Margarita” + newsletter tease
01:42 Disclaimer + why this topic matters
03:00 How perspectives shift: from “everyone should” to “it’s okay not to”
06:30 Kelly’s pregnancy experience (no glam photos 😂)
09:00 Natalie: pregnancies, delivery trauma, and “bonus baby”
13:20 Kelly: worry, legacy pressure, choice vs. “can’t”
16:50 Support resources + validating the feelings
17:30 Pew stats: reasons people don’t want children
21:32 Kids in public + the headphones PSA rant 🎧
25:13 New mom on a plane story + grace
30:49 “Maybe baby… is it too late?” and options today
34:44 Reading a friend’s infertility journey (faith + heartbreak)
40:39 Faith-based support resource: Waiting in Hope
42:38 Nutrition tangent: keto/fasting + fertility talk
48:44 What NOT to say: unsolicited advice that hurts
54:50 Solo parenting + support systems
57:39 Role models and mentorship (strong people around kids)
1:00:52 You’re not alone
1:01:11 Cheers + wrap
 
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Girl Bossed Too Hard: How Hilary Built 60 Rentals, 300 Doors & a Property Management Company

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In this episode of Sugar, Spice & Spirits, we sit down with real estate powerhouse Hilary Kreschollek, who turned a $35,000 Zillow listing into a portfolio of 60 rental units, a 300-door property management company, and 31 flipped houses.
Hilary shares her journey from tech sales to full-time real estate investing, how she scaled conservatively, and why she believes sales, construction, or finance skills are the keys to success in real estate.
We dive into:
How she started investing with no experience
Why she avoids being over-leveraged
The truth about Section 8 housing
Market shifts and rising foreclosures
What to look for in a property management company
Her most expensive real estate mistake
Wild tenant stories you won’t believe
Why systems and processes make more money than creativity
If you’re thinking about investing in real estate, growing your portfolio, or escaping the W-2 grind, this episode is packed with lessons you can apply immediately.
☕ Grab your coffee or cocktail and join us for another episode of Sugar, Spice & Spirits – where we talk life, business, and real estate with just the right amount of spice.
TIMESTAMPS (Chapters)
00:00 – Welcome to Sugar, Spice & Spirits01:20 – Sip of the Day (coffee & no-octane drinks)03:19 – Meet Hilary: From TikTok to real estate powerhouse05:22 – Moving from Texas to Pennsylvania (culture shock)08:41 – The $35,000 Zillow deal that started it all11:40 – Skills you need to succeed in real estate (sales, finance, construction)16:08 – Getting fired and going all-in on real estate18:23 – Why multiple income streams matter20:26 – Favorite business books & Section 8 Bible25:31 – Section 8 myths vs reality29:19 – Flip-to-hold strategy explained31:40 – Conservative leverage and market cycles32:31 – Foreclosures and what’s happening now37:24 – Why property management matters40:06 – How her property management company started45:24 – What to look for in a property manager49:48 – Matchmaking buyers and sellers52:35 – Her most expensive mistake (roof disaster)56:10 – Crazy tenant story with masks & weapons1:01:38 – Gun laws and safety for realtors1:04:10 – Final advice: systems beat creativity1:05:21 – Where to follow Hilary1:06:15 – Cheers & wrap-up
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Gen Z vs Boomers: The Leadership Gap No One Is Talking About

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In this episode of the Sugar, Spice & Spirits Podcast, we dive into one of the biggest challenges facing organizations today: leading five generations in the workplace at the same time.
 
From Baby Boomers to Gen Z, leadership expectations have changed, and many companies are struggling to keep teams engaged, motivated, and connected. With employee engagement at historic lows and trust in leadership declining, this episode tackles what modern leadership really looks like in today’s multi-generational workforce.
 
We discuss:
✔ Why empathy is not weakness
✔ How to mentor across generations
✔ The leadership gap facing Gen Z and Millennials
✔ Why most people quit their boss, not their job
✔ How clarity beats comfort in leadership
✔ Coaching vs criticizing
✔ How to let teams fail safely and grow
✔ Why trust and communication are at crisis levels
✔ The future of remote work and flexible workplaces
 
Plus, we kick things off with our Sip of the Day — a creamy vanilla espresso martini from Bing Pizzeria & Draft House — because leadership lessons go down smoother with caffeine and cocktails.
 
Whether you’re a business owner, manager, team leader, or just trying to survive Slack with three generations of coworkers, this episode gives you practical tools you can use immediately.
 
If you lead people… this episode is for you.
 
Sip of the Day
Creamy Vanilla Espresso Martini from Bing Pizzeria & Draft House in Alvin, Texas.
 
TIMESTAMPS (YouTube Chapters)
00:00 – Welcome to Sugar, Spice & Spirits
00:41 – Sip of the Day: Espresso Martini from Bing Pizzeria
01:46 – Life updates & Nashville trip
03:34 – Real estate wins & leadership presentation
05:30 – Why leadership is struggling today
06:40 – Five generations in the workplace explained
07:50 – Empathy vs weakness in leadership
09:14 – Seek first to understand (Stephen Covey)
11:12 – Why leadership development matters
12:36 – Gen Z & Millennials and the leadership gap
14:25 – Job hopping vs growth mindset
15:40 – Right people in the right seats
16:51 – Toxic leadership and culture damage
18:40 – Cross-generational mentoring strategy
21:24 – Why employees quit their boss
23:00 – Real workplace morale stories
25:32 – Loyalty and education in the workforce
26:46 – Trust gap in leadership
28:50 – Team building that actually works
30:12 – Remote work and leadership challenges
32:07 – Gen Z and flexible work environments
34:00 – Collaboration over control
35:51 – The human side of leadership
37:13 – Creativity vs scrolling culture
39:45 – Flex office spaces and unintended consequences
41:28 – Clarity over comfort
42:47 – Communication crisis in companies
44:48 – Coaching vs criticizing
47:56 – Feedback vs annual reviews
49:21 – Let them fail safely
51:14 – Participation trophies & workforce impact
52:33 – Bridging generational gaps
54:42 – Evolving as a leader
56:28 – Creating a culture people want to stay in
57:32 – How to connect with Mindy & the podcast
58:11 – Cheers & closing
 
Resources Mentioned
The Motive – Patrick Lencioni
Dare to Lead – Brené Brown
Start With Why – Simon Sinek
The Coaching Habit – Michael Bungay Stanier
Multipliers – Liz Wiseman
Deloitte Gen Z & Millennial Workplace Survey
Gallup State of the Workplace
SHRM Workplace Studies
 
Connect With Us
Website: https://SugarSpiceAndSpirits.com
Guest Speaking & Coaching: mindy@insidethewhy.com
Like, Subscribe, and Share if this episode helped you rethink leadership in today’s workforce.
 
Cheers to better leadership and stronger teams!

Dating After Divorce or Losing a Spouse: Peace Over Chaos, Red Flags & Starting Over

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Welcome back to Sugar, Spice & Spirits Podcast — recorded live from Texas Hideout (North Houston) with your hosts Kelly Williams, Mindy Price, and Natalie Pilkinton. Don't forget to subscribe so we can keep bringing you the tea. 
 
In this episode, we pour a Bandito Mojito and dive into the real-life chaos of dating again - whether you’re navigating relationships after divorce, rebuilding after losing a spouse, or trying to date with kids, blended families, and real responsibilities.
 
We talk about what changes when you date in your 20s vs 30s vs 40s vs 50s, why peace is the new sexy, and how to spot the difference between being alone and being lonely. Natalie shares how dating apps like Bumble actually played out in real life (yes, in a dance hall), and Kelly opens up about being thrown back into dating after losing her husband to cancer - and what it takes to find love again without losing yourself.
 
We also cover “yellow light” conversations (how to test where you stand without begging for clarity), why you should believe people when they tell you what they want, and the importance of communication in every relationship stage.
 
Keywords
dating after divorce, dating after losing a spouse, widow dating, dating in your 40s, dating in your 50s, modern dating, dating apps, Bumble dating story, Coffee Meets Bagel scammer, relationship communication, healthy relationships, relationship advice, red flags in dating, peace over chaos, blended families, single moms dating, dating boundaries, commitment issues, plus one relationship, friends with benefits vs relationship, emotional healing after divorce, grief and dating, how to date again, Christian dating advice, singles group church, Texas Hideout North Houston, Sugar Spice and Spirits podcast
 
Subscribe for more episodes on relationships, real life, mindset, and the conversations people actually have off-camera.
Cheers to you. 
 
Timestamps (YouTube Chapters)
00:00 Intro — welcome back + where we are (Texas Hideout, North Houston)
00:27 The vibe at Texas Hideout + why it’s a fun venue
00:45 Sip of the Day: Bandito Mojito
01:11 Today’s topic: dating, relationships, and modern expectations
03:21 Kelly’s story: back in dating after 16-year marriage + widowhood
04:20 What people want in their 50s vs their 20s/30s
05:00 Peace over chaos (and why calm is attractive)
07:49 Companionship vs chemistry — what matters later in life?
08:47 Mindy on long-term marriage (it’s not perfect — it’s commitment)
11:59 Marriage myths: “perfect” relationships & real communication
14:26 Dating is a game — navigating intensity, loneliness, and boundaries
16:10 Alone vs lonely — learning to be okay with yourself
23:23 Natalie: dating after a long relationship + church/singles groups
24:55 Dating apps & scammers (Coffee Meets Bagel stories)
26:10 Bumble meet-cute at Big Texas (and the checklist plot twist)
28:34 Are you on the same page? Compatibility vs commitment
31:10 Divine timing + when it feels “easy” (but you’re finally ready)
31:54 Don’t let the wrong person occupy your space
32:23 Stop being someone’s option (hard truth)
33:14 The “void” relationship — necessary vs healthy
35:00 Believe what people tell you (no savior complexes)
39:10 The 12-month rule after major life trauma (death/divorce/job loss)
42:31 “Am I just a plus one?” — the commitment conversation
43:30 Matt Boggs “yellow light” questions to test the energy
46:05 Rejection, ghosting & emotional patterns
48:06 Stop overgiving + stop waiting by the phone
50:13 Set expectations clearly (plus one vs committed relationship)
51:09 Wrap-up + subscribe + cheers
 
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#DatingInYour40s #DatingInYour50s #CommunicationIsKey #BlendedFamilies #Widowhood #HealingJourney #BumbleDating #SingleLife #PeaceOverChaos #SugarSpiceAndSpirits
 
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What’s the hardest part about dating today - the apps, the baggage, or the emotional whiplash?

The Hidden Cost of Being Strong l Why Recovery Isn’t About Bouncing Back

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On this deeply emotional episode of Sugar, Spice & Spirits, Natalie Pilkinton, Mindy Price, and Kelly Williams open up about invisible recovery, caregiving, faith, and what it really means to heal.
 
From spinal surgery recovery to the emotional toll of being a caregiver, this conversation dives into:
Why “bouncing back” is a myth
The hidden struggles of recovery
Caregiver burnout
Asking for help
Faith through hardship
Adaptive equipment & independence
The emotional cost of being strong
This isn’t a medical episode — it’s a human one.
 
If you’ve ever felt exhausted, unseen, or overwhelmed, this episode is for you.
📌 Subscribe for more real conversations about life, business, faith & real estate.
 
caregiver burnout, invisible recovery, faith and healing
00:00 Welcome to Sugar, Spice & Spirits
00:45 Sip of the Day & Introductions
02:34 “Invisible Recovery” Explained
03:12 Where “Bounce Back” Came From
06:22 Kelly’s Neck Surgery Story
09:40 Waking Up Without Hand Function
12:14 Visible vs Invisible Healing
14:48 Medical Advancements & Recovery
17:42 Adaptive Equipment Explained
19:55 How Button Hooks & Tools Work
21:09 Losing Independence After Surgery
25:36 When Stubbornness Hurts Healing
27:17 Asking for Help Isn’t Weakness
29:26 “It’s Not the Pain, It’s the Dependency”
31:12 Caregiver Burnout Story
33:53 The Hidden Cost of Being Strong
35:13 The Gift of Time, Not Just Meals
38:19 Letting Go of Control
41:05 Being a Daughter Again
43:21 Supporting Loved Ones From Afar
45:03 Life as a Full-Time Caregiver
50:21 Checking In After Loss
52:58 Final Thoughts & Prayer
 
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Hey everybody, it's Natalie Pilkinton with Sugar, Spice and Spirits! I'm here with my girls Mindy Price and Kelly Williams, and we're so excited to be here today. Please remember to like and subscribe to help us grow your youtube channel. Your support helps us and is crucial for our channel's growth, ensuring all our hard work pays off. We appreciate you being here!

The 6 Ways He Gets Paid on Every Deal (No Capital Required)

What if real estate wasn’t just about money—but mission?
In this powerful first guest episode of Sugar, Spice & Spirits, we sit down with Wes Foster—pastor, foster parent, community builder, and real estate investor—to talk about faith, leadership, generosity, and a real estate system most agents never learn.
Wes shares how he:
Transitioned from ministry into real estate investing
Built over $500,000 in equity without using his own money
Helps investors and agents scale through off-market dealsViews money as a tool—not a taboo
This episode blends real estate strategy, life lessons, and purpose-driven leadership in a way you rarely hear—whether you’re an investor, agent, entrepreneur, or just someone asking “What’s the right way to build wealth?”
🍸 Sip of the Day: Lavender Martini 📍 Filmed at Texas Hideout, Spring, TX– a new community-focused venue
🎙️ In this episode, we cover:
Why pastors don’t “work one day a week”
The truth about money, faith, and leadership
How off-market real estate actually works
The 6 ways Wes gets paid on investor deals
Why serving others often leads to abundance
00:00 – Welcome to Sugar, Spice & Spirits
00:25 – Introducing our first Guest Happy Hour
01:20 – Meet Wes Foster: pastor, investor & community leader
03:30 – Sip of the Day: Lavender Martini
06:15 – The reality of being a pastor (myths vs truth)
09:45 – Pastoring, burnout, and carrying other people’s pain
13:10 – Why foster care became a calling
17:40 – “Give everything away” – a life-altering decision
22:10 – What foster parenting teaches about purpose
26:30 – Faith, leadership, and real-life impact
30:20 – Why Wes entered real estate investing
33:10 – You don’t need money to invest in real estate
36:40 – Off-market deals explained
40:05 – The 6 ways Wes makes money in real estate
44:30 – Helping investors win without overpaying
48:45 – Why money is a tool, not a taboo
52:20 – Leadership lessons for agents & entrepreneurs
56:00 – Faith, work ethic, and doing what others won’t
59:30 – What’s next for Wes Foster
1:02:15 – Final thoughts & how to connect
 
👉 Subscribe for real conversations about real estate, business, and real life—no fluff, no guru nonsense.
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We didn’t wait until it was perfect — we launched anyway. From imposter syndrome to hot-tub recordings, this is what real podcasting looks like.

We didn’t wait until it was perfect — we launched anyway. 
From imposter syndrome to hot-tub recordings, this is what real podcasting looks like.
Get a look back when we first launched and sat down at Podcast Movement with Acast for a quick interview, that turned into a raw, honest conversation about what it really takes to launch a podcast - imperfections, self-doubt, messy setups, and all.
We’re Sugar, Spice & Spirits - a podcast about business, life, real estate, and everything in between, served with strong opinions, real conversations, and a cocktail (or mocktail) to kick things off.
In this episode, we talk about:
Launching a podcast before feeling “ready”
Why authenticity beats perfection every time
Building community instead of chasing vanity metrics
Imposter syndrome, self-doubt, and betting on yourself
Creating a podcast as a real business — not just a hobby
Why relatability matters more than studio perfection
If you’ve ever thought about starting a podcast, business, or creative project — this is your sign to start now and refine as you go.
 
00:00 – Meet Sugar, Spice & Spirits00:16 – What our podcast is really about00:41 – Why we came to Podcast Movement01:18 – Launching brand new (and learning fast)01:49 – Our origin story (radio competitors → co-hosts)02:58 – How “Sugar & Spice” became our name03:52 – Podcast structure & future guest plans05:06 – Biggest podcasting takeaways so far06:20 – Connecting authentically with listeners07:37 – Who our podcast is really for09:55 – Empty nesters, caregivers & real life transitions11:09 – Why we chose video + mobile recording12:40 – Letting go of perfection in business & branding14:11 – Why chemistry matters more than scripts15:26 – Imposter syndrome & taking the leap17:55 – What success looks like for this podcast20:40 – Managing fear, doubt & growth as entrepreneurs23:11 – Why starting imperfectly beats not starting at all24:35 – Final thoughts & encouragement to just begin
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White Elephant Gifts Gone Wrong 🎄 | Christmas Chaos & Confessions

Christmas hits different when you’re an adult — and in this episode of Sugar, Spice & Spirits, we prove it with White Elephant gift chaos, rapid-fire holiday “would you rather” questions, and the kind of stories you only tell after the coffee kicks in.
Natalie’s repping from New York City at Christmas, while Mindy and Kelly bring Texas cheer (and peppermint everything). Then we get into the real fun: the wildest gift exchange moments we’ve ever seen — including a gift that definitely didn’t follow the price limit, a 50-cup industrial coffee maker that should’ve come with an apology, and yes… a LIVE CHICKEN showing up like it paid rent.
00:00 Christmas catch-up: NYC vs Texas holiday vibes 00:46 Sip of the Day starts: Starbucks + peppermint coffees 01:30 The snowman vs snowwoman joke (yes… that one) 02:05 Topic kickoff: craziest White Elephant gifts 02:44 The gift that broke the $50 limit (and everyone fought over it) 03:50 Best Christmas memory: Disney at Christmas 05:42 Natalie’s “what was he thinking?” gift: the 50-cup industrial coffee maker 06:52 The “old closet potpourri” disaster gift (RIP to that invite) 07:46 Firefighter calendar twist + hidden cash surprise 08:39 Someone brought a LIVE CHICKEN to the gift exchange 🐔 09:15 White Elephant vs “Cajun Christmas” rules (set expectations or suffer) 10:50 Rapid Fire: Would You Rather holiday edition begins 12:54 Early gifts vs sleeping in + early guests vs late guests 14:04 Decorated house vs stress-free Christmas (pick your poison) 15:45 Host 20 people vs travel with a layover (holiday survival mode) 17:00 Christmas as an adult: gratitude, traditions, and shifting seasons 19:21 Kids growing up + Christmas priorities changing 21:43 Blended families, loss, and cherishing time together 26:14 Final toast + Merry Christmas
We wrap with a heartfelt “Christmas as an adult” conversation: family traditions, kids growing up, blended schedules, gratitude, and remembering what matters most when life changes.
If you’ve ever hosted the holidays, survived a gift exchange, or wondered why Christmas feels so different now — this one’s for you.
Subscribe for more: holiday laughs, real talk, and friendship with a splash of chaos.
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Integrity in Business, Life & Relationships

Welcome back to Sugar, Spice & Spirits, where bold women sip good drinks, have real conversations, and call out the truth with humor, grit, and zero fluff.
Today we’re broadcasting from Bing Pizzeria & Draft House in Alvin, TX - amazing drinks, amazing food, and even better company. What We Cover in
This Episode: The real definition of integrity (and why it matters more today than ever) How overpromising destroys trust Business, leadership & sales examples of ethical vs. unethical behavior Parenting follow-through and teaching integrity at home Real estate stories: craftsmanship issues, syndication honesty & private money integrity Communication breakdowns, paradigm shifts & setting healthy boundaries Why consumers value integrity over price How to rebuild trust after you’ve lost it
Sip of the Day Peach Long Island - smooth, dangerous, and guaranteed to make you tell the truth.
Timestamps:
00:01 – Welcome to Sugar, Spice & Spirits at Bing Pizzeria & Draft House
00:40 – Appetizer: Weekend Recaps (Galveston Ghost Tour, Aggie Game, DIS App)
04:03 – Sip of the Day: Peach Long Island Review
04:53 – Main Dish: What Integrity Really Looks Like Today
05:47 – Why Consumers Walk Away: The Cost of Broken Promises
06:55 – Trust, Follow-Through & Keeping Your Word
09:18 – Overpromising, Underdelivering & Business Burnout
11:15 – Integrity in Investing, Syndications & Real Estate
12:57 – Poor Craftsmanship Stories (New Construction Drama)
14:30 – Saying NO as a Boundary & Integrity Tool
16:27 – Staying in Touch, Friendships & Reputation Capital
17:37 – Authenticity in the Age of AI
19:37 – Tech Fail: The Wind Attack + Mary Poppins Moment
20:01 – Gen Z Expectations vs. Gen X Reality
22:09 – Tangent Tax: Parenting Styles & Follow-Through
23:55 – Parenting Integrity: Consequences, Consistency & Respect
26:21 – Integrity in Friendship & Calling Out Your People
28:57 – Flippers, LLCs & Real Estate Reality Checks
30:37 – Private Money, Due Diligence & Doing Right by Lenders
31:39 – Vulnerability, Used Car Lots & Being Taken Advantage Of
32:56 – When People Lack Integrity (and How to Spot It)
33:36 – Paradigm Shifts & Seeing Through Others’ Lenses
34:49 – Lost Art of Communication & Misinterpretation
38:19 – Friends Who Correct You: Real Accountability
40:12 – Trust, Apologies & Owning Your Mistakes
42:39 – Narcissism, Stubbornness & the Power of “I’m Sorry”
47:14 – Learning to Communicate Better as Adults
48:18 – Conference Story: When Expectations Get Lost in Translation
49:49 – Asking Better Questions & Clarifying Intent
51:00 – Human Empathy vs. Bureaucracy (The Hospital Story)
51:50 – Mattress Mack: King of Integrity in Houston
54:30 – Trust Statistics & Why Integrity Pays
58:19 – Integrity as Your Competitive Advantage
1:00:24 – Who You Influence Without Knowing It
1:00:40 – Sleeping Peacefully with a Clear Conscience
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This episode dives into what integrity actually looks like - in business, marriage, parenting, friendships, and real estate. We discuss trust, communication, boundary setting, overpromising, leadership failures, and how honesty is the ultimate competitive advantage.
Highlights: Why integrity is more valuable than skill How Gen X, Millennials & Gen Z view honesty differently Real estate stories that reveal true character Parenting and follow-through Communication pitfalls that ruin relationships Owning mistakes and rebuilding trust
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From Procrastination to Productivity A Journey with Sugar Spice and Spirits Podcast

Welcome back to Sugar, Spice & Spirits - the podcast where bold women sip good drinks, tell better stories, and unpack life, business, burnout, whiskey, friendship, and reinvention one episode at a time.
This week, we’re broadcasting across time zones, climates & emotional maturity levels, and yes - it is exactly as chaotic as it sounds.
Mindy checks in from a 50th Birthday Girls Trip in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, complete with whiskey tastings, cabin mornings, scenic mountain views, and roller coasters scheduled for both daylight and darkness. Meanwhile, Natalie and Kelly are holding down the fort in Texas, proving our dynamic does not require one location to stay strong.
Sip of the Day
Tennessee Legend Distillery - Dirty Cream & Salted Caramel Cream (90 Proof)A “quick stop” for Baileys turned into a full whiskey tasting experience. We compare Dirty Cream to Bailey’s, review the flavor profile, coffee compatibility, holiday drink potential, and whether it’s worth a cross-state road trip to legally - or creatively - bring a few bottles home.
Episode Topics
• Whiskey tasting in Pigeon Forge, TN• Tennessee Legend Distillery review• Bailey’s vs Dirty Cream — flavor breakdown• 90-proof Salted Caramel Cream tasting notes• Can you ship alcohol into Texas legally?• Girls trip in the Smoky Mountains• Roller coaster morning vs roller coaster night• Time management for business owners & moms• Task batching vs time blocking• AI for productivity, business planning & budgeting• Outsourcing, boundaries & the power of saying no• Accountability tracking for real progress• Entrepreneur spouse relationship dynamics• Big Rocks analogy — priorities before noise• Healthy self-care habits & rhythm-based work
For anyone juggling work, children, relationships, business, real estate, goals, ambition, burnout, and still trying to have fun - this episode is your permission slip.
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