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The Unplanned Podcast with Matt & Abby

ByMatt & Abby
122 episodes

Podcast Summary

Dive into "The Unplanned Podcast with Matt & Abby," where high school sweethearts Matt and Abby Howard explore the beautiful chaos of relationships and family life. Based in sunny Phoenix, AZ, this engaging podcast offers listeners an authentic look at parenting, marriage, and the unfiltered conversations that shape our lives. Each episode features insightful discussions with notable guests, including Dr. John Delony, who shares his expertise on navigating tough marital conversations and parenting challenges. Matt and Abby also invite Abby's sisters-in-law, Addy and Abigail, for lively Q&A sessions that tackle everything from sibling dynamics to personal growth. With a blend of humor, vulnerability, and practical advice, "The Unplanned Podcast" is a refreshing take on the unpredictable journey of family life, making it a must-listen for anyone seeking connection and guidance in their relationships. Tune in and join the conversation that celebrates the beauty in the unplanned moments.

#1

My sisters-in-law on 2nd trimester, mom rage & switching husbands

Abby is joined by her sisters-in-law Addy and Abigail (yes, two Abbys!) to answer your questions about pregnancy, marriage, and motherhood. From handling mom rage to deciding when to share pregnancy news—and even which husband they’d swap with for a day—nothing’s off limits in this honest and hilarious Q&A. This episode is sponsored by Acorns, Zocdoc & Cash App. Acorns: Sign up now at or download the Acorns app! Zocdoc: Stop putting off those doctors appointments and go to to find and instantly book a top-rated doctor today. Cash App: Download Cash App Today: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-05-281hr 1mins
#2

Dr. John Delony breaks down affairs, s*x conflict & the worst parenting mistakes

Dr. John Delony joins Matt & Abby to talk about marriage, parenting, and the hard conversations couples avoid. From emotional affairs and s*xual conflict to the impact of raising kids on your relationship, Dr. Delony shares honest advice that challenges cultural norms—and might just change the way you think about your family. This episode is sponsored by Rocket Money, Nutrafol & Bobbie. Rocket Money: Cancel your unwanted subscriptions by going to Nutrafol: Visit and enter promo code UNPLANNEDPOD for $10 off any order and free shipping when you subscribe. Bobbie: Visit for an additional 10% off your purchase with code UNPLANNED. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-05-211hr 19mins
#3

Relationship dilemmas that make you think

Matt & Abby react to wild relationship stories from Reddit — from hidden debt and surprise divorces to cringey confessions and tough family drama. Some are hilarious, some are heavy, and all of them will leave you thinking. This episode is sponsored by Bobbie & Hiya. Bobbie: Visit for an additional 10% off your purchase with code UNPLANNED. Hiya: Go to and receive 50% off your first order. Get your kids the full-body nourishment they need to grow into healthy adults. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-05-141hr 2mins
#4

Why I chose surrogacy w/ Rebecca Zamolo

We sat down with Rebecca Zamolo and Matt Slays to talk about the side of motherhood that doesn’t get shared enough. From choosing IVF to ultimately turning to surrogacy, Rebecca opens up about the emotional toll of trying to grow her family—and how she knew surrogacy was the right next step. We also talk about moving in with your boyfriend, postpartum hair loss, and what it’s really like waiting on a positive pregnancy test. BetterHelp: Visit today to get 10% off your first month. Bobbie: Visit for an additional 10% off your purchase with code UNPLANNED. Harrys: Try Harry’s wash today for just $8 at Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-05-071hr 4mins
#5

Emily Miller & Cam Holmes on life after Too Hot to Handle, getting married, and UK vs. USA

We sat down with Too Hot to Handle stars Emily Miller and Cam Holmes—and it turns out, their relationship is the real deal. From finding love on a reality show to planning their wedding, we talk all about life after Too Hot to Handle and how British vs. American culture actually compares. (Spoiler: the UK slang is wild) This episode is sponsored by Revolve, Nutrafol, LiquidIV and Goodr. Revolve: Shop at and use code UNPLANNED for 15% off your first order. Nutrafol: Visit and enter promo code UNPLANNEDPOD for $10 off any order and free shipping when you subscribe. LiquidIV: Get 20% off your first order of Liquid I.V. when you go to and use code UNPLANNED at checkout. Goodr: Go to and use code UNPLANNED for free shipping. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-04-301hr 14mins
#6

Married couple plays agree to disagree

Matt and Abby sit down for a lighthearted round of Agree to Disagree—and the tea is hot. From PDA and bedtime arguments to joint bank accounts and saying "I love you" too much, they share their takes (and call each other out) with lots of laughs along the way. Does Matt really think he's the more jealous one? And who actually wears the pants in this relationship?This episode is sponsored by Mixtiles, Zocdoc & Smalls.Mixtiles: Get 35% off on all orders above $139 with code UNPLANNED at Mixtiles.com/UNPLANNED Zocdoc: Stop putting off those doctors appointments and go to to find and instantly book a top-rated doctor today. Smalls: For a limited time only, get 35% off Smalls plus an additional 50% off your first order when you head to and use code UNPLANNED. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-04-2348mins
#7

Dr. Julie Smith on finding identify postpartum, mom guilt & social anxiety

We sat down with Dr. Julie Smith — a New York Times bestselling author and psychologist whose mental health content has helped millions navigate anxiety and depression. In this conversation, we talk postpartum identity, mom guilt, why your emotions might be lying to you, and how to use comparison well.This episode is sponsored by Hiya and ZocDoc.Hiya: Go to and receive 50% off your first order. Get your kids the full-body nourishment they need to grow into healthy adults.ZocDoc: Stop putting off those doctors appointments and go to to find and instantly book a top rated doctor today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-04-161hr 28mins
#8

Jeffrey Allen on winning Beast Games, starting marriage counseling & overcoming a mid-life crisis

We sat down with overnight millionaire Jeffrey Allen—and his wife Jennifer. In February, Jeffrey was crowned the winner of Beast Games, a show created by MrBeast where over 1,000 contestants competed for the biggest cash prize in reality competition history: $10 million. But Jeffrey wasn’t in it for the money. We talk about going to couples counseling after the win, navigating a mid-life crisis, keeping the victory a secret, and what it was really like to meet MrBeast.This episode is sponsored by Nutrafol, Rocket Money and BetterHelp.Nutrafol: Visit and enter promo code UNPLANNEDGIFT for $10 off any order and free shipping when you subscribe. Rocket Money: Cancel your unwanted subscriptions by going to BetterHelp: Visit today to get 10% off your first month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-04-091hr 20mins

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#9

My sisters-in-law on pregnancy, surprise gender reveals & VBACs

Abby’s two sisters-in-law are expecting babies! In this episode, Abby catches up with Abigail and Addy to chat about all things pregnancy—from early signs to setting limits on personal topics (especially with in-laws). And the sisters have a lively debate about whether it’s “cheating” to find out the baby’s gender before birth.This episode is sponsored by Wildgrain: Get $30 off your first box plus free croissants in every box when you go to or use promo code UNPLANNED at checkout. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-04-021hr 31mins
#10

Pregnant at 17, adoption & overcoming addiction w/ Danielle Sylvester & Thyri

Danielle Sylvester’s journey into motherhood was anything but traditional. Pregnant at 17 by a 29-year-old, she was fully set on giving her baby up for adoption—until one life-changing moment in the hospital. From working as a stripper as a minor to selling pills at the club, Danielle opens up about her past, the struggles of young motherhood, and how she turned it all around. We dive into everything: her complicated relationship with Thyri’s father, the night she accidentally left her daughter in the car, and how she became TikTok’s favorite mom.This episode is sponsored by Smalls, Revolve and ZocDoc.Smalls: For 50% off your first order, head to and use code UNPLANNEDRevolve: Shop at and use code UNPLANNED for 15% off your first order. : Stop putting off those doctors appointments and go to to find and instantly book a top rated doctor today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-03-261hr 19mins
#11

By bye binkies, hitting a car & losing our luggage

Griffin’s binky is officially gone… In today’s episode, we talk about saying goodbye to his last baby habit, Abby accidentally hitting a parked car (while someone was inside), and the nightmare of losing our luggage. Plus, an unhinged interaction with an officer aggressively blowing a whistle at Abby.This episode is sponsored by RocketMoney, Chime an Nutrafol.RocketMoney: Cancel your unwanted subscriptions by going to Chime: Turn your everyday purchases and on time payments into steps toward your financial goals with Chime’s Secured Credit Builder Visa Credit Card. Get started today Nutrafol: Visit and enter promo code UNPLANNEDPOD for $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-03-191hr 10mins
#12

Relationship warning signs & how to be likable w/ body language expert (Vanessa Van Edwards)

Can a single behaviour predict divorce with 93.6% accuracy? According to body language expert Vanessa Van Edwards, yes. In this episode, we unpack the silent cues that can make or break your marriage, the three fights every couple has, and why resentment is the real relationship killer. Plus, Vanessa shares how Botox might actually change your emotions, her journey from awkwardness to confidence, and the surprising science behind listening.This episode is sponsored by Chime, Hungryroot & Hiya.Chime: Make progress towards a better financial future with Chime. Get started today Hungryroot: Visit and use code UNPLANNED to get 40% off your first box and a free item of your choice. Hiya: Go to and receive 50% off your first order. Get your kids the full-body nourishment they need to grow into healthy adults. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-03-122hr 9mins
#13

Love on the Spectrum: Why Abbey Romeo wants to get married

Abbey Romeo stole hearts on Love on the Spectrum, and today, she’s opening up about growing up with autism, her dream of getting married, and why she’s never having kids. She reflects on feeling isolated as a child, finding love with David, and how she sees marriage as becoming a princess. Plus, Abbey’s mom gets emotional as she shares her biggest fear for Abbey’s future.This episode is sponsored by Wildgrain, Needed, Liquid IV and BetterHelp.Wildgrain: Get $30 off your first box plus free croissants in every box when you go to or use promo code UNPLANNED at checkout. Needed: Head to and use code UNPLANNED for 20% off your first order. LiquidIV: Get 20% off your first order of Liquid I.V. when you go to and use code UNPLANNED at checkout. BetterHelp: Visit today to get 10% off your first month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-03-051hr 24mins
#14

Asking my wife UNCOMFORTABLE questions guys are too afraid to ask

Matt puts Abby in the hot seat with the most uncomfortable questions guys are too afraid to ask. From whether a C-section is “cheating birth” to if she’d remarry if Matt died, nothing is off-limits. They also debate why women say one thing but mean another, why asking “are you on your period?” is a terrible idea, and Abby’s honest take on what romance really looks like.This Episode is sponsored by AdoreMe, RokcetMoney, Outschool and Nutrafol.Adoreme: For bra and panty sets for as low as $19.95, head to Cancel your unwanted subscriptions by going to Outschool: If you want to try Outschool, you can now get $20 off your child' s first class or tutoring session at and use code UNPLANNED at checkout. Nutrafol: Visit and enter promo code UNPLANNED for $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-02-2644mins
#15

TikTok's Triplet Mom: $7M NICU bill & Premature birth at 28 weeks

Haylee and Mitch Hess open up about the unimaginable journey of becoming parents to triplets born at just 28 weeks, each weighing only two pounds. They share the challenges of navigating the NICU, facing a $7 million medical bill, and receiving a life-changing cerebral palsy diagnosis. From their babies needing feeding tubes and oxygen to adjusting to life at home, they reveal the highs and lows of their experience.This episode is sponsored by ZocDoc, Needed, Lume, Chime.Zocdoc: Go to and download the Zocdoc app for FREE! Needed: Head to and use code UNPLANNEd for 20% off your first order. Lume: Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @lumedeodorant and get 15% off with promo code UNPLANNED at : Make progress towards a better financial future with Chime. Get started today Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-02-191hr 38mins
#16

They wrote our wedding song: The Johnnyswim interview

Johnnyswim's Amanda Sudano and Abner Ramirez sit down with Matt and Abby to talk about their new album, which explores love, depression, and health struggles. Amanda reflects on her mother Donna Summer’s legacy, while Abner shares how psilocybin played a role in his healing and faith. They also open up about surviving the California wildfires, the impact of therapy on their marriage, and writing through life’s hardest moments.This episode is sponsored by Hungryroot, Orgain, Hiya and June's Journey.Hungryroot: Visit and use code UNPLANNED to get 40% off your first box and a free item of your choice. Orgain: Visit and use code UNPLANNED to get 40% off your first box and a free item of your choice. Hiya: Go to and receive 50% off your first order. Get your kids the full-body nourishment they need to grow into healthy adults. June's Journey: Download June’s Journey for free here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-02-121hr 37mins
#17

Sleeping in separate beds, loneliness & making friends as an adult

Matt and Abby open up about their decision to sleep in separate beds (again) and what it means for their relationship. They also dive into feelings of loneliness, the challenges of making friends as adults, and how their social lives have changed over time. This episode is sponsored by Rocket Money, BetterHelp & Nutrafol.RocketMoney: Cancel your unwanted subscriptions by going to BetterHelp: Visit today to get 10% off your first month.Nutrafol: Visit and enter promo code UNPLANNED for $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-02-051hr 10mins
#18

Shauna Rae on Infertility, Leaving an Abusive Relationship & Hiding My Boyfriend from the Public

Shauna Rae joins Matt and Abby to share her journey of overcoming challenges shaped by her rare condition, pituitary dwarfism. She opens up about facing discrimination, struggling with infertility, escaping an abusive relationship, and why she’s keeping her boyfriend’s identity private.This episode is sponsored by LiquidIV, Acorns Early, Beam and AdoreMe.LiquidIV: Get 20% off your first order of Liquid I.V. when you go to and use code UNPLANNED at checkout. Acorns Early: Head to or download the Acorns app to get started. Beam: Try Beam’s best-selling Dream Powder and get up to 40% off for a limited time when you go to and use code UNPLANNED at checkout.AdoreMe: For bra and panty sets for as low as $19.95, head to Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-01-291hr 33mins
#19

Ramit Sethi on Prenups, Renting vs. Buying, & Joint Bank Accounts - Financial Advice for Couples

Ramit Sethi joins Matt and Abby to dive into financial advice for couples, discussing topics like renting vs. buying, signing a prenup, and the importance of investing early. They also explore the four money types, Abby’s tendency to worry about finances, and why combining finances might be the best decision for some couples.This episode is sponsored by Acorns, Hiya, Zocdoc and Needed.Acorns: Head to or download the Acorns app to start saving and investing for your future today!Hiya: Go to and receive 50% off your first order. Get your kids the full-body nourishment they need to grow into healthy adults. Zocdoc: Go to and download the Zocdoc app for FREE! Needed: Head to and use code UNPLANNED for 20% off your first order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-01-221hr 59mins
#20

Jinger Duggar: Family Secrets, People Pleasing & Fleeing Stalkers

Jinger Duggar Vuolo and her husband Jeremy share their journey of breaking free from IBLP, finding balance as parents while keeping their kids off social media, and navigating life under constant public scrutiny. Jinger opens up about her disordered eating, the pressure to people please, and the symbolic freedom of learning to swim as an adult.This episode is sponsored by Nutrafol, Lume, RocketMoney & Orgain.Nutrafol: Visit and enter promo code UNPLANNED for $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping!Lume: Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @lumedeodorant and get 15% off with promo code UNPLANNED at : Cancel your unwanted subscriptions by going to Orgain: For 30% off your order, head to and use code UNPLANNED. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-01-152hr 0mins
#21

Answering your HOTTEST questions for our 100th EPISODE

Matt & Abby celebrate their 100th episode by answering your hottest questions and reflecting on the ups and downs of 2024, including the Father’s Day saga. Abby also reflects on losing her grandpa, and she calls out Matt for his new obsession with ChatGPT, which he admits to using for everything — including asking about the benefits of watching Abby shower.This episode is sponsored by Laundry Sauce, Hungryroot, BetterHelp & Rosetta Stone.Laundry Sauce: Make laundry day the best day of the week! Get 20% off your entire order @LaundrySauce with code UNPLANNED at : Visit and use code UNPLANNED to get 40% off your first box and a free item of your choice. BetterHelp: Visit today to get 10% off your first month. Rosetta Stone: Visit for their lifetime membership holiday special. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-01-081hr 5mins
#22

Rachael & Tom on Rejecting Birth Control, PCOS & Losing my Parents

Rachael and Tom share their journey of overcoming PCOS through alternative healing, welcoming their second child, and navigating profound loss, including the tragic death of a young family member. They also discuss naming their daughters, experiencing pregnancy rage, and why they’ve opened their home to feed hundreds of college students each week.This episode is sponsored by Rocket Money.Cancel your unwanted subscriptions by going to Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-01-011hr 33mins
#23

Happy Holidays!

Happy Holidays, everyone! We're spending Christmas with our family this week, so there won't be a new episode. However, we still wanted to wish you a joyful holiday season!With love, Matt, Abby, and the team behind The Unplanned Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2024-12-251mins

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#24

Becoming a great grandmother, 1960s fad diets & 'the burning of the bras' w/ my Grandmas

Abby’s grandmothers, Vicky and Diane, join Matt and Abby to share stories from their lives, including 1960s fad diets, driving without baby car seats, and their memories of JFK’s assassination. They also reflect on women’s rights over the decades and their first impressions of Abby when she was born.This episode is sponsored by Factor, ZocDoc, BetterHelp & Nutrafol.Factor: Head to and use code 50UNPLANNED to get 50% off your first box plus free shipping. ZocDoc: Go to and download the Zocdoc app for FREE! BetterHelp: Visit today to get 10% off your first month. Nutrafol: Visit and enter promo code UNPLANNED for $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2024-12-181hr 22mins
#25

Answering CONTROVERSIAL questions w/ my parents *Christmas edition*

Matt and Abby are joined by Matt's parents for a special Christmas edition, tackling controversial holiday questions like regifting, keeping Santa a secret, and "doing it" at other family members houses. They also share heartfelt stories about the most generous Christmas gifts and Matt’s dad navigating job losses during the holidays.This episode is sponsored by Hiya, HexClad, Rocket Money, Chime & Liquid IV.Hiya: Go to and receive 50% off your first order. Get your kids the full-body nourishment they need to grow into healthy adults.HexClad: For a very limited time, shop the biggest sale of the year and find your forever cookware @hexclad at ! RocketMoney: Cancel your unwanted subscriptions by going to Chime: Turn everyday purchases into steps toward your financial goals with Chime’s secure credit card. Get started today IV: Get 20% off your first order of Liquid I.V. when you go to and use code UNPLANNED at checkout. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2024-12-111hr 20mins
#26

Raven-Symoné & Miranda Pearman-Maday on Childhood Fame, Having Kids, and Failed Proposal

Raven-Symoné and her wife Miranda discuss life as a same-sex couple, including their plans to start a family and the story behind Raven’s panic attack during her proposal. Raven also reflects on her life as a child star, starring in 'That’s So Raven', coming out in 2013, and how the Disney Channel made her wear heels to appear skinnier.This episode is sponsored by Rosetta Stone, Apostrophe, June's Journey & NutrafolRosetta Stone: Visit for their lifetime membership holiday special.Apostrophe: Get your first visit for only $5 at and use our promo code UNPLANNED. June's Journey: Download June’s Journey for free here Visit and enter promo code UNPLANNEDGIFT for $10 off any order!Lume: Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @lumedeodorant and get 15% off with promo code UNPLANNED at Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2024-12-041hr 16mins
#27

Kenzie and Maverick on Being Born Without a Uterus, Engaged After 4 Months & Saving Kissing for Marriage

Kenzie and Maverick open up about their unique love story, from getting engaged after just four months to saving their first kiss for marriage. They also discuss Kenzie’s experience of living without a uterus, their plans for adoption, and the challenges of sharing a home with family.This episode is sponsored by goodr, Mint Mobile, Zocdoc & Factor.goodr: Go to and use code UNPLANNED for free shipping.Mint Mobile: Get this new customer offer and your new 3-month premium wireless plan for just $15/month. Go to Go to and download the Zocdoc app for FREE! Factor: Head to and use code UNPLANNED50 to get 50% off your first box plus 20% off your next month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2024-11-271hr 47mins
#28

Renee & Tim "Thruhikers" on Walking from Mexico to Canada, Intimacy Outdoors & Getting Lost

Renee and Tim share their incredible journey of walking from Mexico to Canada, including the challenges of going 20 miles without water and finding intimacy as a couple in the wilderness. They also talk about canoeing the Columbia River naked, the realities of pooping in the woods, and the emotional struggles they faced after the hike was over.This episode is sponsored by Thorum, RocketMoney & Dreamland Baby.Thorum: Whether you need a wedding ring, anniversary ring, or you just want a ring that looks awesome, head over to and use code Unplanned to get 20% off. RocketMoney: Cancel your unwanted subscriptions by going to Dreamland Baby: Go to and enter code UNPLANNED at checkout for the buy one get one free deal from Dreamland Baby. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2024-11-201hr 31mins
#29

Cameron Dallas Slid into My DMs, the Sexiest Man Alive & Mattel's P*rn Scandal

Matt and Abby dive into surprising stories, from Cameron Dallas and Jason Derulo sliding into their DMs to the controversy involving Mattel and the Wicked movie. They also discuss the recent news about Liam Payne, the risks of caffeine overdoses in kids, and the latest on People’s 'Sexiest Man Alive.This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp, Liquid IV & ChimeBetterHelp: Visit today to get 10% off your first month. Liquid IV: Get 20% off your first order of Liquid I.V. when you go to and use code UNPLANNED at checkout. Chime: Turn everyday purchases into steps toward your financial goals with Chime’s secure credit card. Get started today Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2024-11-131hr 18mins
#30

The Matt Howard Interview *1 year later*

Matt and Abby share their thoughts on plastic surgery, explore their different love languages, and explain why getting a dog isn’t part of their plans. They also reflect on why this year has been Matt’s hardest yet and recount a past, intense encounter with a coworker.This episode is sponsored by Bombas, Zocdoc & Hiya.Bombas: Feel good and do good. Head over to and use code unplanned for 20% off your first purchase.Zocdoc: Go to and download the Zocdoc app for FREE!Hiya: Go to and receive 50% off your first order. Get your kids the full-body nourishment they need to grow into healthy adults. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2024-11-061hr 0mins
#31

The Abby Howard Interview *1 year later*

Abby reflects on her tough postpartum journey, shares her thoughts on hormone testing, and opens up about feeling misunderstood as an influencer. She also talks candidly about her views on plastic surgery, life in Hawaii, and how many kids she hopes to have.This episode is sponsoredRocket Money: Cancel your unwanted subscriptions by going to Nutrafol: Visit for $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping.Mint Mobile: Get this new customer offer and your new 3-month premium wireless plan for just $15/month. Go to Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2024-10-301hr 4mins
#32

Eamon & Bec on Being Engaged for 7 Years, Cancer While Pregnant & Van Life

Eamon & Bec share their journey of living in a van, navigating a cancer diagnosis during pregnancy, and spending 15 days in the NICU. They also tell the story of when their van broke down in the middle of Mexico, how they are planning a 4-day wedding, and debating whether to change their last name before tying the knot.This episode is sponsored by Chime, ZocDoc, Factor & Dreamland Baby.Chime: Turn everyday purchases into steps toward your financial goals with Chime’s secure credit card. Get started today ZocDoc: Go to and download the Zocdoc app for FREE! Factor: Head to and use code UNPLANNED50 to get 50% off your first box plus 20% off your next month. Dreamland Baby: Go to and enter code UNPLANNED at checkout for the buy one get one free deal from Dreamland Baby. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2024-10-231hr 44mins
#33

Joy Duggar on Reflecting on Her Duggar Childhood, Courtship & Postpartum Depression

Joy Duggar Forsyth & Austin Forsyth reflect on Joy's upbringing in the Duggar family and the challenges of courtship. They candidly discuss postpartum depression, share insights from reading Jill and Jinger’s books, and explore how their experiences have shaped their lives together.This episode is sponsored by Liquid IV, Article, Lume and Hiya.Liquid IV: Get 20% off your first order of Liquid I.V. when you go to and use code UNPLANNED at checkout. Article: Article is offering our listeners $50 off your first purchase of $100 or more. To claim, visit and the discount will be automatically applied at checkout. Lume: Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @lumedeodorant and get 15% off with promo code UNPLANNED at : Go to and receive 50% off your first order. Get your kids the full-body nourishment they need to grow into healthy adults. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2024-10-161hr 22mins
#34

Moving, Pregnancy Symptoms & Making a Will

Matt and Abby discuss buying their new home, dealing with Abby's recent pregnancy-like symptoms, and making a will for the first time. They also talk about their plans for Halloween, watching 'Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story,' and Matt's recovery from a recent concussion.This episode is sponsored by Bombas, BetterHelp and Rocket Money.Bombas: Feel good and do good. Head over to and use code unplanned for 20% off your first purchase.BetterHelp: Visit today to get 10% off your first month. RocketMoney: Cancel your unwanted subscriptions by going to Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2024-10-091hr 2mins
#35

Taylor Odlozil on Losing His Wife to Cancer, Surrogacy & Single Parenting

Taylor Odlozil shares the heart-wrenching journey of losing his wife to cancer, becoming a single parent, and having a child via surrogate. He reflects on Hayley’s final days, offers insights on navigating grief, and discusses how he's raising his son on his own.This episode is sponsored by Rocket Money and Nutrafol.Rocket Money: Cancel your unwanted subscriptions by going to Nutrafol: Visit for $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2024-10-021hr 30mins
#36

Sam & Jess on Getting Married at 18, Waiting Till Marriage & Releasing My First Album

Sam & Jess open up about getting married right after high school, coping with the loss of Sam's dad to ALS, and whether they're ready for kids. They also dive into Jess's experience making her debut album, moving to Utah, going on tour, and why Jess decided to get Botox.This episode is sponsored by Lume, Factor, ZocDoc & Article.Lume: Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @lumedeodorant and get 15% off with promo code UNPLANNED at : Head to and use code UNPLANNED50 to get 50% off your first box plus 20% off your next month. ZocDoc:Go to and download the Zocdoc app for FREE! Article: Article is offering our listeners $50 off your first purchase of $100 or more. To claim, visit and the discount will be automatically applied at checkout. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2024-09-251hr 21mins
#37

Missing My Brother’s Wedding, Family Boundaries, and Dating Red Flags with My Sister-in-Laws

Abby's sister-in-laws, Abby & Addy, join this week to chat about Abby missing her brother’s wedding, setting family boundaries, and spotting dating red flags.Dreamland Baby: Go to and enter code UNPLANNED at checkout to receive 20% off sitewide + free shipping.Chime: Turn everyday purchases into steps toward your financial goals with Chime’s secure credit card. Get started today at Liquid I.V.: Get 20% off your first order of Liquid I.V. when you go to and use code UNPLANNED at checkout. Mint Mobile: Cut your wireless bill to 15 bucks a month at Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2024-09-181hr 50mins
#38

Kailyn Lowry on 'Teen Mom 2', Getting My Tubes Tied & Parenting 7 Kids

Kailyn Lowry, from '16 and Pregnant' and 'Teen Mom 2,' joins us to discuss her journey through teen pregnancy, raising 7 kids, and her decision to get her tubes cut.This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp, Huggies & Green Chef.BetterHelp: Visit today to get 10% off your first month. Huggies: Learn more at Green Chef: Go to for 50% off your first box + 50 FREE Credits with ClassPass! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2024-09-111hr 37mins
#39

Chari Hawkins on Choking at the Olympics, LeBron James & Family Planning as an Athlete

Olympic Heptathlete Chari Hawkins joins us this week, fresh from an unexpected experience at the 2024 Paris Olympics. She shares her surprising journey at the Games, including an encounter with LeBron James. We also get an intimate glimpse into her personal life as she opens up about the challenges of planning for motherhood as an athlete.This episode is sponsored by Hiya, BetterHelp and Athena Club.Hiya: Go to and receive 50% off your first order. Get your kids the full-body nourishment they need to grow into healthy adults.BetterHelp: Visit today to get 10% off your first month. Athena Club: Head over to to try their already-affordable Razor Kit for 30% off with code UNPLANNED at checkout. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2024-09-041hr 23mins
#40

Going bald, Abby’s workout routine, and losing to senior citizens in pickleball

Matt & Abby dive into Matt's hair journey with male pattern baldness, Abby’s fitness routine, and how she got in great shape. Matt also shares a hilarious story about losing to senior citizens in a pickleball match!This episode is sponsored by Article, Rocket Money, Lume & ZocDoc.Article: Article is offering our listeners $50 off your first purchase of $100 or more. To claim, visit and the discount will be automatically applied at checkout. Rocket Money: Cancel your unwanted subscriptions by going to Lume: Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @lumedeodorant and get 15% off with promo code UNPLANNED at : Go to and download the Zocdoc app for FREE! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2024-08-2854mins
#41

Sadie Robertson & Christian Huff on 'Duck Dynasty', Traumatic Birth and Marrying My Celebrity Crush

Sadie Robertson and Christian Huff open up about their traumatic birth experience with shoulder dystocia, Sadie reflects on growing up on “Duck Dynasty,” and Christian shares the reality of marrying your celebrity crush.This episode is sponsored by Nutrafol, Factor, Huggies and Chime.Nutrafol: Visit for $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping. Factor: Head to and use code UNPLANNED50 to get 50% off your first box plus 20% off your next month. Huggies: Learn more at Chime: Live it up this summer and make progress towards your financial goals with Chime. Open your account in minutes at Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2024-08-211hr 15mins
#42

Reece Weaver on Dallas Cowboys Cheerleadering, Filming a Netflix Doc & Balancing 2 Jobs

Reece Weaver, DCC Rookie Sensation! 😱 Join us as the breakout star of Netflix's "America's Sweethearts" spills the tea on her journey to becoming a Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader. Reece reveals all! This episode is sponsored by Dreamland, BetterHelp, Liquid IV & ZocDoc.Dreamland: Go to and enter code UNPLANNED at checkout to receive 20% off sitewide + free shipping.BetterHelp: Visit today to get 10% off your first month. Liquid IV: Get 20% off your first order of Liquid I.V. when you go to and use code UNPLANNED at checkout. ZocDoc: Go to and download the Zocdoc app for FREE! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2024-08-141hr 30mins
#43

Living in Nashville, Pursuing Acting & the End of 2 Under 2

Matt and Abby talk about living in Nashville, Abby's pursuit of an acting career, and the transition from "2 under 2" as Griffin turns 2.This episode is sponsored by Rocket Money, Skylight Calendar & Hiya.Rocket Money: Cancel your unwanted subscriptions by going to Skylight Calendar: Get $40 off a Skylight Calendar at Go to and receive 50% off your first order. Get your kids the full-body nourishment they need to grow into healthy adults. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2024-08-071hr 7mins
#44

Kay and Tay Address Allegations, Rumors About Divorce & Leaked Mugshot

Kay and Tay tackle the allegations and rumors surrounding Tay's leaked mugshot.This episode is sponsored by ZocDoc, Huggies & Rocket Money.ZocDoc:Go to and download the Zocdoc app for FREE! Huggies: Learn more at Rocket Money: Cancel your unwanted subscriptions by going to Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2024-07-3151mins
#45

Zach & Tori Roloff on Leaving ‘Little People, Big World’, Raising Kids with Dwarfism & Mixed-Height Marriage

'Little People, Big World' stars Zach & Tori Roloff open up about leaving reality TV, parenting children with dwarfism, and navigating their mixed-height marriage.This episode is sponsored by Factor & Nutrafol.Factor: Head to and use code UNPLANNED50 to get 50% off your first box plus 20% off your next month. Nutrafol: Visit for $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2024-07-241hr 36mins
#46

Christy Carlson Romano on voicing 'Kim Possible,’ co-starring with Shia LaBeouf & getting scammed by a psychic

Christy Carlson Romano talks about voicing 'Kim Possible,' co-starring with Shia LaBeouf and sharing her experience of being scammed.This episode is sponsored by Dreamland Baby, Rocket Money, Liquid I.V. & DoorDash.Dreamland Baby: Go to and enter code UNPLANNED at checkout to receive 20% off sitewide + free shipping.Rocket Money: Cancel your unwanted subscriptions by going to Liquid I.V. Get 20% off your first order of Liquid I.V. when you go to and use code UNPLANNED at checkout. DoorDash: Sign up for DashPass today and get your first 30 days free if you’re a new member. Subject to change. Terms apply. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2024-07-171hr 32mins
#47

Abby Lee Miller on Coaching Jojo Siwa, Dance Moms and Surviving Prison

Abby Lee Miller from "Dance Moms" opens up about her journey from the beginnings of the Abby Lee Dance Company, her relationship with Jojo Siwa, being sentenced to a year and a day in prison, to her battle with cancer. Don't miss this candid and powerful conversation!This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp, DoorDash, Athena Club & Huggies.BetterHelp: Visit today to get 10% off your first month.DoorDash: Sign up for DashPass today and get your first 30 days free if you’re a new member. Subject to change. Terms apply. Athena Club: Head over to to try their already-affordable Razor Kit for 30% off with code UNPLANNED at checkout. Huggies: Learn more at Huggies.com. Once again, head to Huggies.com to learn more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2024-07-101hr 0mins
#48

Answering Your Burning Questions About Us

Matt and Abby reveal everything in this Q&A session! Discover their favorite baby names, whether Matt envies Abby's muscles, and more intriguing insights. Join us for an intimate conversation packed with laughter and surprises!This episode is sponsored by Hiya, Nutrafol, Rocket Money and Lume. Hiya: Go to and receive 50% off your first order. Get your kids the full-body nourishment they need to grow into healthy adults. Nutrafol: Visit for $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping. Rocket Money: Cancel your unwanted subscriptions by going to Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @lumedeodorant and get 15% off with promo code UNPLANNED at Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2024-07-0356mins
#49

We put an offer on a house

Matt & Abby discuss their new house offer, share insights from their journey with online fame, and reflect on Matt's experience auditioning for 'The Voice.'This episode is sponsored by Kleenex, Factor & ZocDoc.Kleenex: For this Allergy season, grab Kleenex and face allergies head on!Factor: Head to and use code UNPLANNED50 to get 50% off your first box plus 20% off your next month. ZocDoc: Go to and download the Zocdop app for FREE! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2024-06-2651mins

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