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the journey is now

the journey is now

By Thejourneyisnow

Ashley and Cathie just two best friends who have worked, lived and known each other going on 15 years. Who happened to meet off of MySpace. Sharing their journey in vulnerability, self love, personal experiences, struggling in the creative world and so much more. Life is a journey and the journey is now, so come along every Monday to get inspired.

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the journey is nowMar 22, 2021

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Goodbye 2021

Goodbye 2021

On today’s episode we’re going to look back on the year that is 2021. We’re going to reflect, ask each other some questions, go over highlights and celebrate the end of the year! Here’s to 2022 and sending everyone so much love for the upcoming new year. This episode is sponsored by Anchor // Follow us on @thejourneyisnowpodcast
Dec 31, 202137:13
Gift Ideas

Gift Ideas

With the holidays right around the corner we want to reminisce on gifts we’ve given each other, our loved ones and hopefully inspire you during the most magical time of the year! This episode is sponsored by Anchor // Follow @thejourneyisnowpodcast
Dec 13, 202128:19
Discover your truest self ft. Little Luna

Discover your truest self ft. Little Luna

On this weeks episode we have a very special guest… Little Luna! She is a gem of a human and one of our best friends. She has changed our lives in many ways and is a constant inspiration to those around her. We get the scoop on how she writes her music, the meaning behind all of her songs and how we all should be rediscovering our truest self no matter what age you are *shedding our skin.

This episode is sponsored by Anchor. Follow @thejourneyisnowpodcast // @littleluna
Nov 29, 202139:37
Pressure of the holidays

Pressure of the holidays

The holidays are upon us and there’s so much to unpack during this time… The expectations from family, work and everything in-between. Whatever you’re going through during this time, just know you’re not alone! || Don’t forget to follow us on @thejourneyisnowpodcast
Nov 22, 202130:04
Dating after divorce ft. Tiffany Bales

Dating after divorce ft. Tiffany Bales

On today’s episode we have a special guest Ashley’s sister Tiffany Bales! We talk about how to navigate the dating world after a divorce as a single mom.
The process of finding yourself again, being bold, not settling and some crazy date stories that you NEED to hear... Just know that you’re not alone if you’re going through something like this 🤍
This episode is sponsored by anchor. Follow @tiffanybaleswriter @thejourneyisnowpodcast
Aug 16, 202142:58
Join our book club

Join our book club

This weeks episode is all about books that are a must READ! We discuss our favorite books and Ashley spills some juicy deets about her thriller and self help picks. We hope this inspires you to read one of these books because you’ll be HOOKED. This episode is sponsored by Anchor || Follow @thejourneyisnowpodcast
Aug 09, 202139:03
Would you rather ft. Caroline Deery

Would you rather ft. Caroline Deery

On today’s episode we have the lovely Caroline Deery back for a game of would you rather/this or that! A lot of laughs, quirky questions and candid conversations that you’re not going to want to miss. Make sure to listen to our past episode with Caroline if you haven’t already ‘Let go of your ego.’ This episode is sponsored by Anchor. Follow @thejourneyisnowpodcast || @carodeery @ohdeerydeerymepodcast
Aug 02, 202142:39
Life update

Life update

This weeks episode is all about life updates, since we haven’t put any episodes out this month. We wanted to share some things we’ve been experiencing and hope you enjoy! *** this episode is sponsored by anchor. Follow @thejourneyisnowpodcast for more updates!
Jul 26, 202120:42
Dating band boys ft. Paige MacDonald

Dating band boys ft. Paige MacDonald

This is a SPECIAL episode with one of our best friends Paige MacDonald. We have a open conversation about how it’s really like dating guys in bands. From having a song written about her, to dating one of the sweetest gems of a guy from the band Flor, to how we all met. Listen and hope you laugh along with us and make sure to stream our favorite band Flor! Follow @paigeejenna @thejourneyisnowpodcast // this episode is sponsored by anchor
Jun 21, 202149:09
Near death experiences

Near death experiences

This episode is a candid conversation about some near death experiences. We just watched a quiet place 2 so wanted to share some things in our personal lives that really made our hearts jump out of our chests! We live life to the fullest soooooo these experiences haven’t stopped us at all in any way! Listen along and share your experiences with us on our socials @thejourneyisnowpodcast this episode is sponsored by anchor
Jun 14, 202137:12
Happily single ft. Bonnie Prybycien

Happily single ft. Bonnie Prybycien

On today’s episode we have a special guest Ashley’s mom Bonnie Prybycien! We talk about not settling, the struggles of being a single mother and have open discussions about life, heartbreak and more! Get a different perspective from Bonnie and her generation. We hope you walk away feeling inspired! DO NOT SETTLE :) ***this episode is sponsored by anchor! Follow us @thejourneyisnowpodcast
May 24, 202135:49
We’re not really strangers

We’re not really strangers

In this episode ashley & cathie play a round of we’re not really strangers. The game helps to deepens relationships & connection so listen to them play and have candid conversations about their journeys with these questions. It gets deep & vulnerable! This episode is sponsored by anchor. Follow @thejourneyisnowpodcast
May 17, 202150:06
Hi mom :)

Hi mom :)

This weeks episode Ashley and Cathie talk about their personal relationships with their moms in honor of Mother’s Day this Sunday. They also share some gift ideas that are perfect for all moms! *** this episode is sponsored by anchor. Follow @thejourneyisnowpodcast on Instagram
May 03, 202123:14
Let’s talk social media

Let’s talk social media

On this episode Ashley & Cathie talk candidly about social media since they both have been working in it for 5+ years! They talk about the pros and cons, the mental health factor, and a little inside scoop behind some of the things they’ve done while working in the digital industry! It’s not all bad so don’t you worry. *** this episode is sponsored by anchor. Make sure to follow our Instagram @thejourneyisnowpodcast
Apr 26, 202144:56
Let go of your ego ft. Caroline Deery

Let go of your ego ft. Caroline Deery

On this episode we have a special guest our dearest friend Caroline Deery! We candidly talk about how the ego can get in the way of how you live your life. Learn that things aren’t always about you. Through laughter and conversation listen to our journeys with letting go of the ego! **** this episode is sponsored by anchor. Make sure to follow @thejourneyisnowppdcast and @carodeery || @ohdeerydeerymepodcast
Apr 19, 202137:31
How to balance your life

How to balance your life

This week’s episode is all about how to balance your life. Here are some of the things that we do, that will lead to a more balanced lifestyle. Listen to your body and learn how to give yourself rest, doing pilates in the park, socializing, a balanced diet and knowing when to stop working. Candid conversations about the things we do to balance our lives! Ending with bonus questions. **** this episode is sponsored by Anchor.
Apr 12, 202125:39
Embarrassing moments

Embarrassing moments

This weeks episode is all about embarrassing moments... yikes! Ashley & Cathie have candid conversations about a few embarrassing moments they’ve had. We all have them and they’ll leave you red in the face but they make for great stories. This episode is sponsored by Anchor. Follow @thejourneyisnowpodcast
Mar 29, 202128:26
Create your own luck

Create your own luck

This episode is all about how when you put yourself out there magical things happen. We have a candid conversation about winning some contests - which includes our first time to NYC. We hope this inspires you to put yourself out there more and do things that scare you, you just might come into some “luck.” Ending with a bonus question! This is our journey of navigating “creating luck.” *** this episode is sponsored by anchor.
Mar 22, 202125:35
Diving deep ft. Darian Allberry

Diving deep ft. Darian Allberry

On this episode we have a special guest and good friend Darian Allberry. We talk about the crazy story of how we all met and continue to be present in each others lives, while not living in the same state. We ask deep questions and play a little round of we’re not strangers. From strangers to staying with each other for days... enjoy our candid conversations! *** this episode is sponsored by Anchor
Mar 15, 202151:40
Dating during the pandemic

Dating during the pandemic

In this episode we talk about both of our dating experiences during the global pandemic. Navigating dating apps, heartbreak, finding out what we really deserve and a bit of disappointment. Our stories are real and raw it’s been quite the journey but we’re ready to open up about our experiences. We hope this episode inspires you to date with intentions and really keep putting yourself out there.... thank you to the guys that hurt us because it’s only made us stronger and that much closer to finding the ones we really deserve. ***This episode is sponsored by anchor
Mar 08, 202145:17
Sustainable lifestyle

Sustainable lifestyle

This episode is all about how Ashley and Cathie changed to live a more sustainable lifestyle. They even talk about sustainable periods and so much more. Let’s face it no one is perfect but these are little things they do to help make an impact on the environment. They end with juicy bonus questions so you won’t want to miss this episode!
Mar 01, 202140:51
Friendship heartbreak ft. Teren Mabry
Feb 22, 202156:09
Sad bops
Feb 15, 202135:07
Romanticizing friendship
Feb 08, 202147:05
Following your dreams, loving yourself and the journey to happiness
Feb 01, 202140:01
Yup We Met off of MySpace
Jan 25, 202127:01
January 23, 2021

January 23, 2021

Jan 23, 202100:22