Between Batches

Danielle Ashley
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  • SOCIETY & CULTURE

Between Batches is what happens when two longtime friends get together in the kitchen and talk about real life. Hosts Danielle and Ashley have been friends for more than a decade and have seen each other through a lot—marriage, kids, faith, and the beautiful chaos of midlife. Now they’re navigating what they lovingly call their queen-ager era and bringing listeners along for the ride. While whipping up something delicious, they share unfiltered, sometimes hilarious, sometimes heartfelt conversations about the things women in this season of life are really thinking about. It’s honest. It’s relatable. Because life happens Between Batches.

Episodes

  1. 4H AGO

    Tonic & Travel

    Send us Fan Mail Pack your bags and pour a glass - this week on Between Batches, we are mixing up a refreshing tonic drink and diving into all things travel. From our favorite vacations and unforgettable memories to dream destinations still on our vision boards. We are sharing about the trips that shaped us and the adventures we still want to take! Plus, we chat about our girls' trips and the moments that make traveling together so special. It's a fun laid-back conversation full of wanderlust, laughter, and a little escape!

    31 min
  2. Simple Joys & Banana Bread

    MAY 19

    Simple Joys & Banana Bread

    Send us Fan Mail This week on Between Batches, we are slowing down and talking about the little things that make life feel good again. Quite time, simple scents, and adorable otters. We paired the conversation with homemade banana bread (and melty butter) - warm, comforting, and impossible to over think! Join us for honest conversation, cozy vibes, and a reminder that sometimes the smallest things are the ones that matter most.  #betweenbatches #lifehappensbetweenbatches #podcastforwomen #bananabread #simplejoys

    35 min
  3. Brownies & Burnout

    MAY 12

    Brownies & Burnout

    Send us Fan Mail This week on Between Batches, we’re getting real about burnout—the emotional, mental, and physical kind that sneaks up on all of us eventually. While sharing homemade brownies and honest conversation, we talk about how we personally cope when life feels overwhelming. Do we shut down? Spiral? Power through?  A little bit of all three? We’re diving into healthy coping skills, the not-so-healthy ones, and the pressure society puts on us to always stay busy, productive, and “doing more.” Is hustle culture helping us…or hurting us?  If you’ve been feeling stretched thin, emotionally exhausted, or just trying to keep all the plates spinning, this episode is for you. So grab a brownie, take a breath, and join us for a conversation that’s honest, relatable, and maybe exactly what you needed this week.

    29 min

  4. MAY 5

    Marriage & Margaritas

    Send us Fan Mail In this special Cinco de Mayo drop, we’re serving up Marriage & Margaritas—a conversation that’s equal parts refreshing, honest, and a little bit spicy. After more than 20 years of marriage each, we’re pulling back the curtain on what it really takes to go the distance. We talk about the hard that tests us, the amazing moments that make it all worth it, and the silly, everyday things that somehow matter the most. From miscommunication to laughter in the kitchen, this episode is a reminder that lasting love isn’t perfect—it’s purposeful. So grab your favorite margarita and join us at the table. Because just like a good cocktail, marriage is all about balance—and sometimes, a little extra lime.

    32 min

  5. APR 28

    Kids & Cookies

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Between Batches, we’re talking about one of the most meaningful (and humbling) parts of life—raising kids… and what happens when they grow up. 🤍🍪 From the early days of shaping little hearts to building real friendships with our adult children, this conversation is full of honesty, reflection, and a few “we might’ve done that differently” moments. Because let’s be real—there’s no perfect recipe for parenting. We’re sharing what we’ve learned, what we’re still learning, and how our role shifts over time—from guiding hands to trusted friends. So grab something sweet, settle in, and join us for a conversation about growth, grace, and the relationships that keep evolving long after the cookies are baked. ✨ Life happens between batches.

    29 min

  6. APR 21

    Focus and Focaccia

    Send us Fan Mail Today on Between Batches we discuss focus. How do you keep it, what helps you get it back on track, all while making a delicious garlic, pesto, mozzarella focaccia bread.

    24 min
  7. Family, friends, frosting and funfetti!

    APR 14

    Family, friends, frosting and funfetti!

    Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to Between Batches, in this weeks episode we bake the most delicious funfetti cupcakes and talk about all things Birthday!

    17 min

  8. APR 7

    Welcome to Between Batches

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    22 min
  • 8 Episodes

Ratings & Reviews

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About

Between Batches is what happens when two longtime friends get together in the kitchen and talk about real life. Hosts Danielle and Ashley have been friends for more than a decade and have seen each other through a lot—marriage, kids, faith, and the beautiful chaos of midlife. Now they’re navigating what they lovingly call their queen-ager era and bringing listeners along for the ride. While whipping up something delicious, they share unfiltered, sometimes hilarious, sometimes heartfelt conversations about the things women in this season of life are really thinking about. It’s honest. It’s relatable. Because life happens Between Batches.

Information

  • Creator
    Danielle Ashley
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    8
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Between Batches
  • Show Website
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