Being Different with Liz Durham

Having worked in mortgages for years and now watching my kids grow up, I’m thinking about how to talk to them about money and investing. It strikes me that many parents struggle with this because they don’t fully grasp it themselves. To get some insight, I sat down with Drew Nix, my financial guru, to talk about empowering our kids with money smarts.Drew talks about how early f

Today, I’m diving into the whirlwind of Mac’s transition to full-time pre-K at a private school here in Knoxville. Let me tell you, it’s been a journey—from battling early morning routines to handling the long commutes. The rigid schedule has been tough on Mac, leading to exhaustion and those dreaded meltdowns. I just don't think every kid fits this mold.I’m also getting

Today I'm talking about regrets and lessons learned. From the over-the-top birthday parties I used to throw to the rigid schedules I tried to force, I'm going to share how I've simplified things and focused on what really matters - quality time with my family. I'll also talk about how I've changed my approach to feeding, sleep, and dealing with my own stress and anxiety as a workin

Have you seen those hilarious videos about black SUV moms vs white SUV moms? After I finished laughing - I'm a gray SUV mom, by the way - it made me think about the deeper issues there, like the realities of homemaking and the expectations of being a 'perfect' mom.Today, I'm talking about the pressure to keep up appearances and the importance of finding practical resources to manag

Balancing careers and motherhood is no joke. In this episode, I sit down with my dear friend Tori Ivey to discuss the challenges we've both faced. Tori and I have known each a long time and we've both been through the wringer when it comes to managing the demands of work and family life.Tori talks about realizing her desire to be a full-time mom, how she explained it to her husband

There’s a huge societal expectation for moms to do it all—all by ourselves. But it’s time for some honesty about reaching out for help when we need it. I'll be honest - I've relied on cleaning services, grandparents, babysitters, you name it, just to keep my house afloat. The media, especially influencers like the Kardashians, sell the "boss mom" image while hiding the suppor

Welcome to ‘Being Different with Liz Durham’—where we don’t just go with the flow, we stir it up! Tired of being spoon-fed what to think? So was I. That’s why I started this podcast - a no-holds-barred experiment of being different. Join me as we challenge the norms, embrace new perspectives, and engage in the art of lively debate. Forget the echo chambers; let’s bring

When it comes to breaking the mold of traditional parenting and education, forging your own path as a mother isn't always easy. I sat down with Kate Panchal and we hit it off right from the start. We both know the struggle of balancing demanding careers with raising our kids. But it was her experience with adopting nature-based Waldorf practices and worldschooling our kids that rea

I’m thrilled to bring you this episode of Being Different with a very special guest, Congressman Tim Burchett from Tennessee’s 2nd District. I’ve been tuning in to Tim’s podcast, Tennesee Talks, and honestly felt like I knew him before we even met. His straightforwardness and willingness to call out corruption in Washington really struck a chord with me.Tim opens up about h

So, why the fuss around vaccines? Why does mentioning them feel like dropping a bomb? That's what bugs me. Can't we just talk about it without it turning into a political showdown? That's why I sat down with Dr. Jason Hall again. And this time it's not about mommy makeovers, but about the state of vaccine discussions in the US.We cover it all - from the history of vaccine developme