Organized Chaos with Brian & Courtney

Brian Ellison
  • 5.0 (2)
  • Parenting
  • Weekly

Welcome to Organized Chaos, a podcast hosted by Brian and Courtney—two millennials navigating real-life marriage, family, and ministry. Between staying at home with three kids under ten, student ministry, and Courtney’s latest crunchy phase, our life is rarely quiet and rarely fully put away. But in the middle of unfolded laundry and daily schedules, we’re finding order, big laughs, and real hope. Whether you’re folding your own mountain of laundry, driving to work, or just taking a breather, pull up a seat and hang out with us for unfiltered stories and honest conversations.

Episodes

  1. 5d ago

    Is it too early for Christmas?

    The leaves are still falling, but the Christmas lights are calling. This week we’re tackling the age-old question: is it too early to decorate for Christmas? (We may or may not agree on this one.) Then we serve up a round of hot takes that might ruffle a few feathers, and wrap things up with a game of Who’s More Likely To, where we find out just how well we really know each other. Grab your hot cocoa (or your pumpkin spice, no judgment) and come hang out with us. If you’re enjoying the show, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and tell a friend. It really helps us grow!

  2. Oct 30

    Passenger Princess

    The crown has officially changed hands. For years, Brian held the title of Passenger Princess, but after a recent road trip where he drove every single mile, Courtney has decided she’s retired from driving. Anywhere. Ever. We get into how it happened, whether Brian created this monster himself, and who really deserves the passenger seat. Then we play a round of Five Degrees of Separation, where we try to connect two totally random people in five steps or fewer. Some connections are genius, some are a stretch, and at least one is definitely cheating. Grab your snacks, call shotgun, and ride along with us. If you’re enjoying Organized Chaos, follow the show and share this episode with your favorite passenger princess.

  3. Oct 23

    Disney movie blind rank

    We kick things off this week with a little real life: our daughter came down with an ear infection, and we talk through what it actually looks like to care for a sick kid when the rest of the crew is healthy, full of energy, and ready to take on the day. If you've ever tried to juggle cuddles on the couch and chaos in the kitchen at the same time, this one's for you. Then we dive into the main event: a Disney Movie Blind Rank! We rank Disney movies one at a time without knowing what's coming next, and there's no going back once a spot is taken. Expect some tough calls, a few hot takes, and at least one decision we'll probably regret. Hit play and rank along with us. Where would you have put them? If you're enjoying the show, don't forget to like, subscribe, and tell a friend. It really helps us grow!

  4. Oct 16

    21 questions

    This week, Brian and Courtney are keeping it simple and having some fun with a good old-fashioned game of 21 Questions. No heavy topics, no big agenda, just the two of us answering questions about our lives so you can get to know us a little better. Some answers are funny, some might surprise you, and a few might surprise each other. Grab your coffee, hit play, and come hang out with us. If you’re enjoying the show, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and tell a friend. It really helps us grow!

  5. Oct 9

    Parenting is hard

    Let’s be honest, parenting is hard. On today’s episode, we’re keeping it completely real about the exhaustion, the chaos, and the everyday mess of raising kids. No expert advice here, just two parents in the thick of it, trying to figure it out as we go, laugh through the hard days, and lean on grace. Whether you're driving in the kids' carpool line or hiding in the pantry for five minutes of peace, pull up a seat and join us!

  6. Oct 2

    How we met

    Every couple has two sides to the story, and today Courtney’s taking the mic to tell her side of how we first met. After taking a trip down memory lane, we jump into a quick game of This or That to see where we agree (and totally disagree) on the everyday stuff. Grab your coffee, fold a pile of laundry, and come hang out with us! Connect with us on Instagram: @organizedchaos.brianandcourtney

  7. Sep 25

    Miscarriage

    This week on Organized Chaos, Courtney and Brian open up about a deeply personal chapter they’ve kept close to their hearts. With this month marking what would have been the due date of the baby they lost, Courtney asks Brian to step into a space men rarely talk about: his honest thoughts, grief, and emotional journey through their miscarriage. From processing quiet grief to navigating milestone dates, they share a vulnerable, raw look at healing together as a couple. Because life in the Chaos household is always a balance of heavy and light, they shift gears in the second half for a lighter release—a hilarious, unpredictable game of Would You Rather to end on a hopeful note. Whether you've walked through pregnancy loss yourself or just need a gentle reminder that it's okay to hold space for both pain and laughter, this episode is for you. If you or someone you know is navigating pregnancy loss, please know you are not alone.

  8. Sep 18

    Chaos, but... it's organized

    We’re kicking off Episode 1 with a relaxed catch-up on what’s currently in our world. We talk marriage, dive into some honest "Pastor’s Wife Advice" from Courtney, and test each other with a game of Black Card Revoked. It might be chaos, but it's our organized chaos. Tap play and hang out with us!

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About

Welcome to Organized Chaos, a podcast hosted by Brian and Courtney—two millennials navigating real-life marriage, family, and ministry. Between staying at home with three kids under ten, student ministry, and Courtney’s latest crunchy phase, our life is rarely quiet and rarely fully put away. But in the middle of unfolded laundry and daily schedules, we’re finding order, big laughs, and real hope. Whether you’re folding your own mountain of laundry, driving to work, or just taking a breather, pull up a seat and hang out with us for unfiltered stories and honest conversations.

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