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Ready or Not Podcast

Ready or Not Podcast

By Forever Ready Productions

A podcast about growing your family and your business. Lauren & Scott Ready share their experience of running a business together while growing their family through adoption. It's a podcast for business owners, couples, parents and adoptive families all under one roof. You can learn more about their story by visiting Ready Or Not Podcast on Facebook and following them on Instagram. For questions or comments e-mail At feedback@readyornotpodcast.com. Podcast sponsored by: Forever Ready Productions.
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S1E17: First Birthday

Ready or Not PodcastMay 22, 2019

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S4E4 - Why I Hired A Speech Coach
Mar 23, 202136:00
S4E3 - One Year Later

S4E3 - One Year Later

It's been a year since our worlds were turned upside-down due to a pandemic.  In this episode Lauren & Scott reflect on what they learned, what they wish they had known and what they are most looking forward to.  Also...some major life changes are happening. Listen for more!

Mar 17, 202132:17
S4E2 - Saboteurs & EQ
Mar 10, 202130:51
S4E1 - Where Did You Go?

S4E1 - Where Did You Go?

Where did Lauren & Scott go...again?  In short...2020 got really really really busy.  And this fun little side project...got really really hard. So today we’re going to spend the entire episode updating you on our lives, business and new endeavors.

Mar 03, 202127:16
S3E14 - What Are We Doing?

S3E14 - What Are We Doing?

In this episode Lauren & Scott update you on how their business is doing in the middle of a pandemic.  And how their mission continues as they march forward into new territory. 

Aug 26, 202025:59
S3E13 - Where Have We Been?

S3E13 - Where Have We Been?

It's been awhile.  And in this episode Lauren & Scott explain why they've been gone and catch listeners up on what's going on in their life. It's worth a listen, you might be feeling the same way!

Aug 19, 202027:02
S3E12 - #FeelGoodFriday - Positivity

S3E12 - #FeelGoodFriday - Positivity

In this episode Lauren & Scott pick up where they left off and update listeners on current COVID life.  Hear the story of how #FeelGoodFriday came to be and how you can join in on the fun in your own way. 

Jul 15, 202038:26
S3E11 - Hey Chicago!

S3E11 - Hey Chicago!

We've expanded!  Our business is now operating in Memphis, TN and Chicago, IL and in this episode Lauren & Scott talk with our Allison Wong and Charlie Grant. The two are in charge of running the Chicago office and just so happen to be graduates of Loras College (the same collage as Lauren).  Hear how the idea came to be and the journey to making the decision. Plus what's it like to work for a married couple, work with your partner and grow a business during a pandemic!  
Jun 24, 202035:09
S3E10 - What Goals?

S3E10 - What Goals?

What happened to your 2020 goals?  In this episode Lauren & Scott revisit their goals and reset them to realistic goals for the second half of the year. 

Jun 17, 202033:52
S3E9 - Stand Up And Say Something (#BlackLivesMatter)
Jun 03, 202036:28
Out Of The Studio

Out Of The Studio

Happy Memorial Day week...Lauren & Scott are in the woods and have a quick message about next week. 

May 27, 202001:02
S3E8 - Now What?

S3E8 - Now What?

In this episode Lauren & Scott answer a series of 8 questions that reflect on their quarantine experience (that's not over yet).  Hear their answers and play along at home.  

What have you identified that you need to START doing?
What have you identified that you need to STOP doing?
What have you identified that you need to do MORE of?
What have you identified that you need to do LESS of?
What new you started doing with this situation that you are going to KEEP doing?
How are you different?
How are you stronger?
Where are you more focused?
What is the biggest thing that has changed in you?

E-mail us at feedback@readyornotpodcast.com

May 20, 202035:45
S3E7 - A Business Coaching Session
May 14, 202035:18
S3E6 - What's Not Cancelled

S3E6 - What's Not Cancelled

As Lauren & Scott head into week 8 of quarantine (despite some communities re-opening) they discuss what's not cancelled.  Both literally and figuratively.  Hear their list of 10 things that have more to do with mindset than anything.  Special guests reflect on things they've enjoyed while being home and how they hope those things aren't cancelled. 

May 06, 202027:15
S3E5 - Social Distancing Across The Country

S3E5 - Social Distancing Across The Country

In this episode hear from couples in Iowa, Washington and Florida. The one thing they all have in common: dear friends of Lauren & Scott. And they have also been forced home with each other (and in some cases their kids). You'll hear from a doctor, two entrepreneurs, a teacher and property managers about how this has changed everything. 

Hearing from others around the country offers context and in general, hope for all of us.

Apr 29, 202042:16
S3E4 - Working To Get To The Other Side

S3E4 - Working To Get To The Other Side

With all this talk about re-opening the country, Lauren & Scott share 5 ways they are spending the next few weeks in quarantine preparing for "the other side." From determining and channeling their "zone of genius", learning a new way or skill, pivoting on "why" not "what", passion projects and vision. Share how you'll get back to work in this new norm by sending an e-mail to feedback@readyornotpocast.com. 



Apr 22, 202026:49
S3E3 - Let's Try To Keep Our Head Up

S3E3 - Let's Try To Keep Our Head Up

Are we still here? This week Lauren & Scott talk about what they're really feeling during their #SafeAtHome quarantine and how it's impacting their business, relationship and well being. 

Apr 15, 202025:36
S3E2 - Business During Uncertain Times
Apr 08, 202031:51
S3E1 - Working From Home (with a toddler)
Apr 02, 202029:12
S2E19: 2020 Goal Setting

S2E19: 2020 Goal Setting

In this episode Lauren & Scott walk you through their goal setting process, review their 2019 goals and share their 2020 vision. Tune in to see where they fell short, what they crushed and how that will shape the next year.
Dec 20, 201935:57
S2E18: Grief at Christmas

S2E18: Grief at Christmas

In this episode Lauren & Scott talk about grief during the holidays. How it sneaks up on you, how they cope and what it feels like to get through it.
Dec 11, 201928:53
S2E17: #DecadeChallenge

S2E17: #DecadeChallenge

In this episode Lauren & Scott compare 2009 to 2019. Since it's the last month of the decade you'll hear what has changed over 10 years and just how much of that has impacted how they life live today. Plus, some funny throwback technology references and context for how far we've come in a decade.
Dec 04, 201944:40
S2E16: Family Differences

S2E16: Family Differences

As we head into the holidays, Lauren & Scott discuss family differences that have shaped their perspectives on life, tradition and holidays. Hear how they have also inspired new traditions in their family of three.
Nov 21, 201938:53
S2E15: 3, 4, 5

S2E15: 3, 4, 5

In this episode Lauren & Scott are inspired by "Pod Decks" to discuss three topics: 3 silly mistakes to avoid, 4 things you may not know about them and 5 things they are excited about right now. Tune in to hear some things that might surprise you and others that might be obvious by now.Then send your feedback to feedback@readyornotpodcast.com
Nov 14, 201926:15
S2E14: National Adoption Month

S2E14: National Adoption Month

In National Adoption Month Lauren & Scott answer questions about their adoption process. The common questions and the ones people are afraid to ask. Send your questions to feedback@readyornotpodcast.com.
Nov 06, 201933:40
S2S13: Love Languages

S2S13: Love Languages

A wedding gift from Scott's parents sparked a conversation very early on in their marriage. In this episode Lauren & Scott breakdown "The 5 Love Languages" from Dr. Gary Chapman's book. Find out what they learned, why it's important to their marriage and how you can apply it to work too.For more stories and links visit www.patreon.com/ReadyOrNot.
Oct 31, 201929:32
S2E12: Why I Quit TV News

S2E12: Why I Quit TV News

This week Scott is out sick and Lauren takes over the podcast sharing two separate talks she's given to different crowds in Memphis. The first is about why she quit TV news. The second, a year later, talks about what video storytelling. Listen to hear why telling your story doesn't have to be perfect.
Oct 24, 201928:19
S2E11: Coat of Arms

S2E11: Coat of Arms

In this episode Lauren & Scott participate in a coat of arms exercise. They discuss four impact moments in life, four core values, three things money can't buy and death can't take away, three strengths and weaknesses, and a vision for the future (one they are willing to fight for). Listen and learn how their differences actually compliment each other. Send your feedback to feedback@readyornotpodcast.com
Oct 16, 201934:56
S2E10: Balance

S2E10: Balance

In this episode Lauren & Scott talk about finding balance in business growth and life. Hear what challenges they face and how they find balance in the most bizarre and helpful ways. Listen, then send them your feedback at feedback@readyornotpodcast.com
Oct 09, 201931:36
S2E9: Q4 - The Last 90 Days

S2E9: Q4 - The Last 90 Days

Have a goal to complete in 2019? Make it fun! No seriously, that's what Lauren & Scott talk about as they head into the 4th quarter (the last 90 days of the year) they discuss their goals, revisit them and prioritize their time in the last three months of the year. Listen and then share your feedback at feedback@readyornotpodcast.com
Oct 02, 201932:56
S2E6: Ready Sister Takeover

S2E6: Ready Sister Takeover

In this episode we sit down with the Ready wives and girlfriends to discuss our path to motherhood and how different it looks on everyone. We discuss the pressures of the world and the stereotypes about a woman's role in raising a child.
Sep 11, 201938:04
S2E5: Ready Brother Takeover

S2E5: Ready Brother Takeover

One brother just became a father, one is a father to be and the other will have kids someday. So what happens when you get them all together to talk about fatherhood? Listen and find out!
Sep 04, 201934:37
S2E4: What Keeps You Up At Night

S2E4: What Keeps You Up At Night

What keeps you up at night? In this episode Lauren & Scott share some real and honest answers to that question. Everything from our business, to education for all children, to anxieties of the world. Listen and share your thoughts at feedback@readyornotpodcast.com.
Aug 28, 201933:14
S2E3: Start-Up Adoption

S2E3: Start-Up Adoption

Starting a business with your spouse, studying for exams and adopting a baby all at the same time? That's what Behavioral Science Consulting founders Alicia and Morgan Adair did two years ago. This week on Ready or Not Lauren & Scott talk with them about how the juggle it all.
Aug 21, 201931:11
S2E2: Start Up Pregnancy

S2E2: Start Up Pregnancy

In this episode Lauren & Scott sit down with Truckish founders Aayush Thakur & Deme Yuan to talk about growing their start-up while preparing to welcome a baby into the world. Hear how a somewhat unexpected pregnancy turned into a beautiful blessing that gave them new purpose. Find out what they've learned, how their idea grew into a business and how they are balancing it all with a new baby.
Aug 14, 201937:36
S2E1: We're Back!

S2E1: We're Back!

After 8 weeks off for summer vacation, Lauren & Scott are back at it and beginning and all new season of episodes featuring interviews and new topics. But this episode recaps some of the changes that happened over the break, how their business has changed and how their family is changing. Plus, hear a preview of what's to come this season.
Aug 07, 201931:22
S1E20: Out of Control

S1E20: Out of Control

On this episode Lauren & Scott talk about how life feels out of control and what they do to try and regain control. Plus, hear why they're taking the summer off to plan out another batch of episodes of Ready Or Not.
Jun 12, 201928:58
S1E19: Starting and Growing Your Business

S1E19: Starting and Growing Your Business

On this episode Lauren & Scott take listeners through the beginning of their video production business, Forever Ready Productions. Hear how it went from a hobby to an LLC and now a company with employees, office space and continued growth.BONUS: Book recommendations1. Dream Year: Make the Leap from a Job You Hate to a Life You Love - Ben Arment2. Ideal Team Player - Patrick Lencioni3. Hearding Tigers - Todd Henry4. A Lapsed Anarchist's Approach to Building a Great Business (Zingerman's Guide to Good Leading)5. The Tax and Legal Playbook - Mark J. Kohler6. Radical Candor - Kim Scott7. Rock & Sand - Mike Synk
Jun 05, 201948:06
S1E18: Lucy J's Bakery

S1E18: Lucy J's Bakery

In this episode Lauren & Scott sit down with fellow business owners and adoptive parents, Tracy and Josh Burgess. They talk about their dream to run a bakery together and how that happened at the same time they began to foster their son, Gabe. Life doesn't always work out how you planned and their story is proof that sometimes you've got to say "ready or not!"
May 29, 201947:59
S1E17: First Birthday

S1E17: First Birthday

In this episode, Lauren & Scott celebrate Max's first birthday. First with a recap of what they wish they would have known about parenthood and adoption a year ago. And then Lauren & Scott read letters that they wrote to Max. Grab a tissue, you'll need it for this episode!
May 22, 201931:57
S1E16: Routine

S1E16: Routine

In this episode Lauren & Scott dive into their routine or should we say, they differences in that topic. Scott thrives under routine, it's his base. Lauren hates routine but knows it's important. Hear how they both handle it and how their differences actually work well together.Plus, for the first time ever (even to Scott) Lauren share something she wrote about routine several months before their routine changed forever.
May 15, 201927:03
S1E15: Goals

S1E15: Goals

In this episode Lauren & Scott dive into the topic of goal setting. Scott's corporate background drives their desire to set SMART goals but Lauren's creative side makes them SMARTER. Listen as they explain the importance of setting goals, writing them down and even failing at them. Plus, hear some of their 2019 goals for the first time.
May 08, 201938:27
S1E14: Fitness

S1E14: Fitness

In this episode Lauren & Scott sit down with their friend and personal trainer, Lisa Sanchez Sullivan of Energy Fitness, to talk about work-life balance, fitness and nutrition. Hear how there's not such thing as one size fits all.Plus find out how your can become a part of a $1 million fundraising goal in this year's Memphis St. Jude Marathon (Half Marathon) Weekend through Adam's Army. Link here: www.adamsarmy.net
May 01, 201941:27
S1E13: 7 Years

S1E13: 7 Years

Scott barely has his voice but he's back to discuss Lauren & Scott's wedding anniversary and in this episode they share 7 things they've learned in 7 years. It's been quite a ride.
Apr 24, 201934:29
S1E12: Joy & Sorrow

S1E12: Joy & Sorrow

This week Scott lost his voice, so Lauren decides to throw it back to a Theology on Tap talk the two gave in August 2018. It's a fitting piece that explores the joys and sorrows of their journey.The heartbreaking roller-coaster of a process taught them how to love each other, perfect strangers and eventually their son, Max. Lauren & Scott share details of their process of discernment, the heartbreaks and heartwarming moments and how their faith guided them through the process. It's a journey not just about family, marriage or adoption, it's about suffering, taking up the cross and following God wherever He leads you.
Apr 17, 201948:17
S1E11: Grandparents Part 2

S1E11: Grandparents Part 2

In this Episode, Lauren & Scott travel to Iowa to talk with Scott's parents (who also happen to be Max's grandparents). They'll chat about becoming grandparents, opening their hearts to adoption and a very special woman who they believe helped play a role in the process.
Apr 10, 201936:16
S1E10: Grandparents Part 1

S1E10: Grandparents Part 1

In this episode Lauren & Scott sit down with two of Max's grandparents, who also happened to be Lauren's parents.It can be nerve-wracking sometimes to tell family members about your decision to adopt, especially when you think they've always hoped for a biological grandchild.But sometimes (and in this case) that worry is for no reason. Hear why Jeff & Michele opened their hearts, minds and lives to their adopted grandson and how it has changed their entire world.
Apr 03, 201945:32
S1E9: Perception

S1E9: Perception

In this episode Lauren & Scott discuss perception versus reality. How that plays out in success, relationships, family and life. Perception isn’t always reality.
Mar 27, 201932:11
S1E8: Dreams

S1E8: Dreams

In this episode Lauren & Scott dive into the ever so curious topic of supporting each other's dreams. In their case, that mean following Lauren's TV career, despite it not being the highest paying job.Over the course of their relationship, they found that supporting each others dreams meant sacrificing, learning to communicate and ultimately making and pursuing dreams together.Hear what worked and what didn't. And hopefully feel inspired to support each other too.
Mar 20, 201936:59
S1E7: Money

S1E7: Money

In this episode Lauren & Scott talk all things money. From what finance looked like for them in their early 20's to what it looks like in their married 30's. They also touch on business and adoption financing.Scott may not be a paid finance professional but his obsessive hobby has set them up for financial success. Listen as Scott shares what he's learned and the resources he continues to use today.
Mar 13, 201934:43