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We’re great at telling other people what they should do. Then the same problem shows up in our own lives and suddenly that brilliant advice gets a lot harder to follow. In Episode 270, we talk Oreos, Dr. Pepper, relationships, business, guilty pleasures and what happens when “do as I say, not as I do” […]

Certainty or Growth, Chose One – You May Be Wrong But You May Be Right 269 When was the last time you questioned yourself? If you’re certain about things in your life, you’re not asking questions and growing. Maybe it’s time to grow!#denimandpearlslive #michellemras #brianswanson #podcast #keynotespeaker #tgoodintentions #certainty #youmaybewrongor mayberight #ep269

You’ll never know. Who smiled because they remembered you.Who needed the kindness you gave them.Who felt better just because you walked into the room.Or who defended you when you weren’t there. We affect people every single day—usually without ever knowing it. So the question might not be, “Did I make a difference?” Maybe it’s… “What […]

You’re already leaving a legacy. The question is… what will it be? It’s not just money. It’s the stories you tell. The traditions you keep. The time you give. The things your kids remember—and maybe the sound of your voice long after you’re gone. This week on Denim & Pearls, we’re talking about the little […]

So… You Wanna Be a Big Shot? — Big Time Everybody wants to make it “big.” Okay…define big. Is it money? Followers? Influence? Impact? A really nice yacht you use twice a year?This week on Denim & Pearls, Big Time by Peter Gabriel gets us talking about AI, technology, success, money, and why somebody else’s […]

What’s Important? – Nobody Gives a Damn 265Life is important, business is important, relationships are important. But does anybody else really care? That’s what’s happening here today. So tune in to find out what’s important.#denimandpearlslive #michellemras #brianswanson #podcast #keynotespeaker #tgoodintentions #whatsimportant #ep265

Indifference 264 It’s one of those days, isn’t it! Between partners (business or otherwise) sometimes we end up on the same mood. Sometimes it’s both on a go get ’em high, other times it’s about apathy. #denimandpearlslive #michellemras #brianswanson #podcast #keynotespeaker #tgoodintentions #indifference #ep264

Gasoline 262How do you react to those who may criticize you? Do you deserve to be part of the 1%, or do you even want to?We cover a series of attitude adjustments you may need.#denimandpearlslive #michellemras #brianswanson #podcast #keynotespeaker #tgoodintentions #LivinOnAPrayer #prayer #ep262

Dog Days of Summer 263We’re going back down memory. Remember the days you spent outside. Garden hose, swimming pool, cut grass, you know….#denimandpearlslive #michellemras #brianswanson #podcast #keynotespeaker #tgoodintentions #dogdaysofsummer #ep263

Should I Stay Or Should I Go 261 Ever notice how tiny everyday choices become these wild frontlines of personal pride? Toilet paper over or under? Fridge or counter for ketchup? These shouldn’t be battle grounds, but somehow they are.In a hilarious chat with my husband, we realized how deeply we each believe in our […]

Reach Out I’ll Be There 260Ever feel like we’ve totally lost the art of just being present with each other?Drop a ❤️ if you’ve ever gone a day without really connecting IRL.We’ve become so busy with tech—masking ourselves behind screens—that we forget humans are pack animals. We need human contact, not just AI chat or […]

One Week 258It’s been one week since you looked at me. Well, maybe not, but it sure feels like a long time since we’ve caught up. We all get busy, and sometimes we forget about others who are important to us. Life happens in an instant, things change and the next thing you know someone […]

Livin’ On A Prayer 259Life happens, roll with the punches, but sometimes you gotta go on good intentions and a prayer.#denimandpearlslive #michellemras #brianswanson #podcast #keynotespeaker #tgoodintentions #LivinOnAPrayer #prayer #ep259

Chocolate Chips 257 Happy National Chocolate Chip Day! In today’s episode, we turn chocolate chips into a business lesson: sometimes the breakthrough you need is already in front of you — you just have to repurpose it. From homemade cookies to big ideas, this conversation is a reminder that creativity often starts with what’s already […]

Mother Mother 256 Happy Mother’s Day to all the incredible moms out there! What’s one thing you wish you could say to your mom today? 👉 Tag someone who needs to hear this!Moms are our unsung heroes, juggling everything from late-night sickness to life lessons. They deserve our gratitude every day, not just today. Whether […]