Dirty Laundry with Ollie

Olivia DeBoer
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Dirty Laundry with Ollie is a podcast that elevates personal stories and supports women in trusting themselves again. Through honest storytelling, gentle psychoeducation, and meaningful conversation, each season explores themes like identity, motherhood, relationships, healing, and personal growth. This is a space to unlearn the noise, reclaim your voice, and build community. My hope is that every woman who listens feels grounded, seen, empowered, and confident in who she already is. Together, we are healing out loud.

  1. 5D AGO

    MOTHERHOOD: Viewing Motherhood as a Sacred Assignment with Holly Crognale-Roe | S06E50

    Welcome back to Dirty Laundry with Ollie—this season is all about motherhood. Motherhood doesn’t just change your schedule… it changes you. It strengthens parts of you you didn’t know existed—and shakes parts you thought were solid. It’s holy work wrapped in laundry piles, whispered prayers, exhaustion, and love that feels too big for your chest. Today’s conversation is about motherhood not as a role to survive—but as a sacred assignment. One that forms us, humbles us, stretches us, and slowly reveals who God is shaping us to become. We’re talking about identity—who you were before kids and who you’re becoming through them. The hard parts the Church doesn’t always name. The way our children become teachers, sanctifying us in real time. Why community matters more than ever. How daily bread, real rest, and grace—not perfection—are what sustain us. If you’ve ever wondered, “Am I still me?” If you’ve felt unseen, overwhelmed, or quietly failing while doing the most important work of your life— this episode is for you. Take a breath. You’re not behind. You’re being formed. Links: Dirty Laundry Links Request the 2026 Goal Guide: hello@dirtylaundrywithollie.com

    59 min

  2. APR 7

    MOTHERHOOD: When Grief and Joy Sit at the Same Table with Michelle Splitgaber | S06E49

    Welcome back to Dirty Laundry with Ollie—this season is all about motherhood. The beautiful parts, the messy parts, and everything we don’t usually say out loud. Around here, we don’t fold it up neatly, we air it out. Real stories, honest conversations, and reminders that you’re not alone in this. So wherever you’re listening from, take a breath… this is motherhood, aired out.  This week on Dirty Laundry with Ollie, Michelle Splittgaber joins us for an honest conversation about motherhood, grief, and the strength it takes to choose yourself when life doesn’t unfold the way you planned. Becoming a mom at 24, Michelle reflects on the woman she was then, the survival instincts she developed, and how the birth of her daughter Addison changed everything. She shares the painful decision to leave a marriage she hoped would work, the grief of letting go of that dream, and what it’s been like to co-parent with honesty, repair, and accountability. Michelle also opens up about finding love again, and losing it suddenly, while helping her young daughter navigate grief alongside her own. Now remarried, Michelle talks about letting someone back into her family, parenting, and learning to trust love after loss. This episode is for any mom who feels like she’s carrying it all quietly, wondering if she’s failing while doing the bravest work of her life.  Links:  Dirty Laundry Links Request the 2026 Goal Guide: hello@dirtylaundrywithollie.com

    1h 7m

  3. MAR 31 ·  BONUS

    BONUS EP: Therapy, Explained – Where to Start & What to Expect With Sophia Barbra MS, LPC-IT | S06E48

    Welcome back to Dirty Laundry with Ollie. This is a BONUS episode this week and I am so excited to share it with you. Lately, I’ve been getting more and more questions about my therapeutic services and how people can actually go about finding the right therapist. So in this episode, I wanted to slow down and talk about it. Whether you’re considering working with me or with someone else entirely, my hope is simply to help break down some of the stigma around therapy and give you a better understanding of what the process can look like. I’m joined by Sophia, another therapist from Navigate Wellness, and together we talk about how to start the search for a therapist, what to look for, and how to know if someone might be the right fit for you. If you’ve ever been curious about therapy but didn’t know where to start, this conversation is for you. And if you have questions about therapy, my services, or just want to connect, please don’t hesitate to reach out. My hope is always to educate, support, and help people feel more confident in reconnecting with themselves and their stories. AND wait till the end where I share some questions you can bring into your first session to help you feel more grounded. Links:  Dirty Laundry Links  Book a FREE 15 minute Introduction  Navigate Wellness  Connect with Sophia LPC-IT

    34 min

  4. MAR 24

    MOTHERHOOD: From Overwhelmed to Anchored Motherhood: Coming Home to yourself with Katy Rexing | S06E47

    This episode felt like a deep exhale. I’m really excited about today’s guest. Katy Rexing is a meditation coach, host of the Within podcast, retreat leader, mom, and so much more. Her work gently guides women back to themselves and reminds them that they already have everything they need within. You can check out more of her work on her website, you will not be disappointed. In today’s episode, we have a really gentle, honest conversation about coming back to yourself when life feels loud, demanding, and full of other people’s needs. We talk about meditation, but not in a complicated or intimidating way. More like… where do you even start when your brain won’t shut off and you feel like you don’t have five spare minutes to yourself? We also get into the mental load so many of us carry, especially in relationships and motherhood, what it looks like to communicate your needs to your partner without feeling guilty or like you’re asking for too much, how to stop holding everything alone, and how to name what’s actually weighing on you. Katy and I talk openly about codependency and enmeshment with our kids, not in a shame-filled way, but in a really compassionate and empowering way. We explore how to stay deeply connected to your children while also letting yourself be your own person, and how separating your emotions from theirs can actually create more peace for everyone. This conversation is soft and grounding, but also really empowering. It’s about slowing down, noticing yourself again, and realizing you’re allowed to take up space in your own life. Today on Dirty Laundry with Ollie:     •    How to start meditating in a way that actually feels doable     •    What “coming home to yourself” really looks like in everyday life     •    How to talk to your partner about mental load without it turning into conflict     •    Why carrying everything alone feels so exhausting and how to share the weight     •    What codependency and enmeshment with your kids can look like in real life     •    How to stay connected to your children while still being your own person     •    Simple ways to slow down, check in with yourself, and feel more grounded Links: Dirty Laundry Links Katy Rexing Instagram Katy’s Resources

    50 min

  5. MAR 10

    BONUS EP: I’m not Just Bloated: Endometriosis, Medical Gaslighting, and National Woman’s Day with Kaity Thompson | S06E46

    Today we’re taking a brief pause from our motherhood season for a special National Women’s Day conversation — and in honor of Endometriosis Awareness Month — because some stories deserve their own spotlight. I’m joined by Kaity Thompson as we talk about endometriosis, medical gaslighting, and what it looks like to advocate for your body when the system isn’t listening. This episode is about female empowerment, trusting your intuition, and reclaiming your voice in spaces that try to silence it. If you’ve ever felt dismissed, doubted, or unseen — this one is for you. Links: Dirty Laundry Links Connect with Kaity

    40 min

  6. FEB 24

    MOTHERHOOD: Female Friendship & Motherhood: Navigating Life Transitions, Nervous System Regulation, and Showing Grace in Every Season with Three Peas and a Pod | S06E45

    There is something sacred about female friendship and something stretching about it, too. In this ✨special✨collaboration with Three Peas and a Pod, we sit down for an honest, gentle conversation about how life transitions, especially entering motherhood, can quietly or loudly shift the rhythm of our friendships. What happens when one friend becomes a mom and the others do not? How do we stay connected when our nervous systems are fried, our identities are evolving, and our calendars look nothing alike? We talk about supporting new mothers, what it tangibly looks like to show up well, and how women in motherhood can extend grace back to their single or child-free friends. We also unpack the cultural urgency around nervous system regulation, the pressure to heal faster, and how enmeshment with our children can blur identity and friendship boundaries. This episode is honest, therapeutic, and full of encouragement for women navigating friendship transitions, postpartum life, identity shifts, and emotional regulation. Because maybe the question is not, Why has this friendship changed? Maybe it is, How can we love each other better in this season? NOTE: I have been learning SO much from Katy Rexing and her podcast, Within. Some of the ideas/ concepts I mentioned were learned from her. With that being said, I want to give credit where credit is due. I would HIGHLY recommend checking her out!  On this episode of Dirty Laundry, we explore: How female friendships shift during motherhood and major life transitions Practical ways to support a new mom, including meals, housework, and real emotional support Why our culture’s obsession with nervous system regulation can create more urgency than healing Understanding enmeshment in motherhood and how to maintain identity and healthy boundaries How to extend grace, empathy, and emotional maturity to friends in different seasons of life If you have ever felt the quiet grief of a changing friendship, the overwhelm of early motherhood, or the tension of loving someone whose life looks different than yours, this one will feel like a deep breath. Links:  Dirty Laundry Links Three Peas  Friendship Book

    1h 27m

  7. FEB 10

    MOTHERHOOD: Motherhood Changed Everything, and That’s OKAY with Sophie Gregory | S06E44

    Welcome back to Dirty Laundry with Ollie—this season is all about motherhood. The beautiful parts, the messy parts, and everything we don’t usually say out loud. Around here, we don’t fold it up neatly, we air it out. Real stories, honest conversations, and reminders that you’re not alone in this. So wherever you’re listening from, take a breath… this is motherhood, aired out.  On today’s episode, I’m sitting down with former Broncos cheerleader, design enthusiast, business owner, wife, mama, and everything in between, Sophie Gregory. We’re talking honestly about the transition into motherhood and the identity shifts that come with it — who you are as a woman, a partner, and a professional once kids enter the picture. We get into balancing life and homemaking, the mental load no one warns you about, real conversations around partnership, support, and the courage it takes to ask for help — including navigating mom guilt along the way. Sophie also shares what it’s really like building a business while raising a family, how faith anchors her in the chaos, and what it means to create a life rooted in purpose, peace, and legacy. This one is real, grounding, and full of permission. Please enjoy! LINKS: Dirty Laundry with Ollie Links Sophie’s Instagram Quilt Website  Book: Habits of the Household

    1h 10m

  8. JAN 27

    MOTHERHOOD: a.pod.with.kate – Style, Self-Worth, & Showing Up as a Mom with Kate Lowman | S06E43

    Welcome back to Dirty Laundry with Ollie—this season is all about motherhood. The beautiful parts, the messy parts, and everything we don’t usually say out loud. Around here, we don’t fold it up neatly, we air it out. Real stories, honest conversations, and reminders that you’re not alone in this. So wherever you’re listening from, take a breath… this is motherhood, aired out.  In this episode, I’m joined by Kate Lowman—mom of three boys (9, 7, and 3), an Ohio-based creative, former corporate retail merchant turned mom, stylist, Substack writer, and an all-around incredible human.  We talk about the quiet ways moms stop showing up for themselves—and how something as simple as getting dressed each day can shift your mood, confidence, and sense of self. From “what do I wear besides leggings?” to dressing a body that keeps changing, Kate shares practical, guilt-free advice for feeling put together without adding pressure. We cover rituals, romanticizing everyday life, decision fatigue, closet staples, sustainable shopping, and why buying clothes that fit right now actually matters. If you’ve ever felt disconnected, lonely, or like the old you is on pause—this episode is your permission slip to show up for yourself again. Comfortable. Confident. No perfection required. Links: Dirty Laundry Links Request the 2026 Goal Guide: hello@dirtylaundrywithollie.com Kate Lowman  Kate’s Substack

    1h 7m
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Dirty Laundry with Ollie is a podcast that elevates personal stories and supports women in trusting themselves again. Through honest storytelling, gentle psychoeducation, and meaningful conversation, each season explores themes like identity, motherhood, relationships, healing, and personal growth. This is a space to unlearn the noise, reclaim your voice, and build community. My hope is that every woman who listens feels grounded, seen, empowered, and confident in who she already is. Together, we are healing out loud.

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  • Creator
    Olivia DeBoer
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    50
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Olivia DeBoer
  • Show Website
    Dirty Laundry with Ollie

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