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Stream every Messy Joy™ episode in one place. These are the conversations where we slow down, dig deeper, and talk honestly about motherhood, marriage, family, and the everyday moments that test us, shape us, and ultimately bring us joy.

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The Myth of the Perfect Mom with Jessica Formoso

Join host Vanessa and special guest Jessica Formoso, a three-time Emmy Award–winning bilingual reporter for FOX 5 New York, as they dive into the emotional, humorous, and often overwhelming realities of modern motherhood. As a working mom and twin sister to Vanessa, Jessica brings honest insight into navigating tantrums in public, managing morning chaos, balancing demanding work schedules, and confronting the very real experience of mom guilt.

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Finding Sacred in the Ordinary with Elisabeth Warner

Join host Vanessa and her special guest, Elisabeth Warner, a talented novelist, devotional writer, and author of books like “In Real Life,” “Human Again,” and the upcoming “Original Thought.” Together, they’ll explore how to notice the sacred moments hiding within the everyday rhythms of motherhood. Through heartfelt stories and meaningful insights, Elisabeth shares how writing and motherhood have beautifully shaped her sense of identity, calling, faith, and emotional strength.

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