Mama of the Wild Crew Podcast
Mama of the Wild Crew Podcast Hosted by Alexis Schmoker – wife, mama of two, nurse, and Jesus lover. This podcast is all about embracing the beautiful chaos of motherhood, finding joy in the messy moments, and leaning into faith through it all. Whether you're navigating sleepless nights, toddler tantrums, or the everyday miracles of raising little ones, you're not alone. Join Alexis as she shares real-life stories, heartfelt conversations, and encouragement to help mamas everywhere find grace, laughter, and purpose in the wild adventure of motherhood. Let’s find the joy in the chaos—together!
Episodes
The leaves are changing, the air is crisp, and change is in the air—both in nature and in my life. After MANY months of waiting, I'm finally able to share some major news that's been bubbling behind the scenes!
This solo episode (my first ever!) takes you through my family's fall bucket list—from cozy cabin mornings with coffee to multiple pumpkin patch visits that my family tolerates because t...
Have you ever wondered what makes joy different from happiness? That's exactly what we explore in this delightful episode of Wild Crew Kids as we discover joy – the second fruit of the Spirit!
Miss Lexi and Crew Pearl take young listeners on a captivating journey through the powerful biblical story of Paul and Silas, who demonstrated extraordinary joy even while imprisoned for sharing about Jesus. Rather...
Ready to plant seeds of faith in your little one's heart? Join Crew Pearl & her Mom for the very first Wild Crew Kids podcast episode where we explore the fruit of the Spirit, starting with love!
Through the engaging story of the Good Samaritan, children discover what it truly means to "love your neighbor as yourself." But who exactly is our neighbor? Your little ones will learn that neighb...
Ever had your car literally explode in your driveway? Sisters Alexis and Addison dive into the beautiful chaos of summer motherhood with refreshing honesty and unexpected humor. This casual check-in episode reveals what's keeping them sane during these unstructured months—from morning walks while listening to scripture to the surprising confidence boost of finally getting a new bra.
The conversation take...
What happens when your life shatters in ways you never imagined? Tanya Davis-Ezedema knows that feeling all too well. From facing domestic violence while raising her son as a 22-year-old single mom to building a household name, Tanya's early motherhood journey was marked by one painful challenge after another.
But when she found her 10-year-old son sobbing over a pile of mismatched socks after his father...
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Konnor Lanker's story will stop you in your tracks. When doctors diagnosed her first daughter with hydrops—a rare, life-threatening condition with fluid building up in her baby's body—at 31 weeks preg...
The weight of unimaginable loss meets the light of unwavering faith in this powerful conversation with Mallory Mosby, a young widow raising two daughters after losing her firefighter husband Harrison to cancer.
Mallory's love story with Harrison was beautiful but brief—they fell in love quickly, married, and welcomed their daughters Kollyns ("strength") and Gracelee ("hope") in quick...
What happens when church trauma shatters your faith, but motherhood calls you to rebuild something authentic for your children? Today's raw conversation with my high school friend Elizabeth Hurt dives into exactly this tension.
Elizabeth, now a mom of three spirited girls (Holland, Lennon, and Iverson), opened her heart about the devastating spiritual trauma her family experienced. The aftermath had her ...
Alexandra's journey from corporate finance executive to twin boy mom reveals the beautiful paradox at the heart of motherhood—our desire for structure colliding with the gloriously unpredictable nature of raising children. Trading spreadsheets for sleep schedules wasn't part of her original career plan, but it's become her most meaningful adventure.
After 13 years climbing the corporate ladder,...
What happens when life takes you from speech pathology to stay-at-home mom with two energetic boys? Jessica Drummond knows this journey intimately, and she's here to share her heart about embracing the beautiful chaos of motherhood with intentionality and joy.
From the moment she begins speaking, Jessica's warmth radiates as she introduces us to her world as a boy mom to Wade (3) and baby Cal with h...
What happens when the beautiful dreams we hold for motherhood collide with unexpected heartbreak? Kristen Christy knows this terrain intimately. As a worship leader, mother of four "earthside" children, and a woman who has walked through the valley of infant loss, she brings profound wisdom about finding joy even in life's most difficult seasons.
Motherhood often feels like a delicate balancing...
What happens when life's hardest moments collide with God's deepest truths? Nicole Remert has lived this collision firsthand—from being separated from God in her teenage years, to hospital rooms where her son's life hung in the balance.
As a wife, author, homeschooling mom, and the creator of Bible Study Resources, Nicole guides us through her transformation from party girl to passionate Bible...
What happens when a childhood dream of motherhood is threatened by a medical diagnosis? How does healing our past shape the way we parent? And what does it mean to create a home where barefoot adventure and deep faith intertwine?
Rachel Olmstead's journey into motherhood began with an unexpected challenge - diagnosed with pre-cervical cancer at 17, doctors warned that having children might be difficult. ...
What happens when a teenage mom grows up alongside her child? Meet Lisa Hutchinson – nurse, single mother, and woman of faith who doesn't shy away from the messy parts of her story.
In this deeply moving conversation, Lisa speaks with raw honesty about becoming a mother at 18 and the complicated journey that followed. She shares her battles with depression and suicidal ideation while raising her son Blad...
Kyla Burke's journey through motherhood defies conventional expectations. As a school nurse, photographer, and mother of three girls, she navigates life's complexities with remarkable grace and unwavering faith.
Her professional path took unexpected turns—from business school to nursing—inspired by watching compassionate healthcare providers care for her grandfather during his final years.
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What if we stopped pretending that motherhood is always picture-perfect? Kendall Wellner, mother to 18-month-old Ellie, joins me for a refreshingly raw conversation about the beautiful mess of motherhood – from fertility treatments and pregnancy loss to those postpartum struggles nobody warns you about.
Kendall's fertility journey took four years, multiple treatments, and walking through the heartbreak o...
"My husband reminded me that I didn't need a ministry background—I just needed to trust that if God led me to this role, He would equip me." Amy Bray's reflection on stepping into early childhood ministry speaks to anyone who's ever doubted their calling. Over coffee and conversation, we dive deep into how one family's journey through autism defied medical expectations and created unlimit...
The latest episode of the Mama of the Wild Crew Podcast features a heartfelt conversation with Sarah, a mother and dedicated teacher specializing in working with deaf, blind, and deaf-blind students. Sarah's journey showcases the multifaceted life of a mother, as she navigates the chaos of parenthood while advocating for her students and managing her business, Timberwood Designs. This engaging episode delves into...
In honor of Wilder Hanson’s baby dedication this week, Alexis brings on a special guest. From a Magic Mike-inspired dance to a fiery connection on Tinder to a courthouse wedding during an ice storm. Host, Alexis Schmoker welcomes her husband Jordan.
Jordan joins the podcast as a special guest - a two-time All-American retired professional soccer player, high school soccer coach, biology teacher, Native Ameri...
Two Under Two, Breaking Barriers, and Prioritizing Self-Care with Kelsey Helm
In this episode of Mama of the Wild Crew Podcast, host Alexis Schmoker sits down with Kelsey Helm, a wife, mama of two and a chemical engineer, to dive into the real-life challenges of motherhood. Together, they discuss the highs and lows of managing two under two, navigating the pressures of being a woman in a predominantly male ind...
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