Being Different with Liz Durham

Y'all better buckle up because this episode is a rollercoaster... We’re covering it all, from shattered dishes before the first day of swim team, to overpriced Mickey waffles, and my very strong opinions on Disney World (spoiler alert: we won't be going back).

I’m recapping our first ever trip to Disney, why it was chaos from start to finish, and how it confirmed I’m just not a “Disney mom.” I also share some real talk on letting our kids try hard things, even when it makes a mess, and my conflicted feelings about how schools te...

Here’s the thing—just because someone’s wearing a white coat doesn’t mean they have all the answers. In Part 2, Jill and I pick up where we left off and dive straight into the deep end. We talk about the pushy vaccine talk, why tongue tie revisions might be a total scam (yep, I said it), and how even the “crunchy” holistic world can be just as profit-driven as Big Pharma. We also get into COVID, fear tactics, and how moms are expected to make huge decisions with zero real support—while also keeping their kids alive and maybe brus...

Let’s be real—the first year of motherhood is basically a blur of leaking boobs, zero sleep, and wondering if you’ve totally lost yourself. In Part 1 of my convo with Jill Wright (a fellow mom and chiropractor I met on Instagram, because social media does occasionally do something right), we get into all of it. We talk about why that first year feels like you got hit by a hormonal freight train, how Jill’s background in holistic health influenced the choices she made as a mom, and why planning your nursery is cute—but maybe researching vaccines a...

Welcome back y'all. This solo episode of Being Different is going to be about problems AND solutions. I've been thinking about the differences between stay at home moms versus working moms. And I'm going to share my ideas for a new outdoor play program at my son's school.

Look, I've been on both sides of the situation. I have worked 60-70 hour weeks, closing high pressure deals and now I'm a stay at home mom with three kids. I don't like that people make that distinction because being a stay at home mom, in my opinion, is...

In this episode, I’m back with Roman Bystrianyk, co-author of Dissolving Illusions, and y’all—we go deep. We break down the story behind polio, and spoiler alert: it’s not what we were taught. From DDT and lead arsenate to the shifting definitions of polio cases post-vaccine rollout, Roman shows how much of what we “know” has been shaped by fear, not facts. We talk about how public health declined when we started relying on meds instead of nutrition, and how the obsession with vaccination overshadowed basic immune system support like sunlight, vitamin C, and, I don’t know—eating...

Today’s episode is a real eye-opener. I’m sitting down with Roman Bystrianyk, co-author of Dissolving Illusions, and we’re diving into some seriously uncomfortable truths about the Industrial Revolution. We’ve all heard about how vaccines saved the day, right? Well, Roman’s here to flip that narrative. We talk about the grim reality of life back then—think poor sanitation, awful working conditions, and unhealthy living.

Roman breaks it down: it wasn’t vaccines that dropped those mortality rates, it was public health improvements, like better living conditions, cleaner water, and, yep, hygiene. We also unpack th...

Y'all, buckle up because this episode is WILD! I sat down with Meredith Oke and learned more about light in one hour than I have in my entire life. We're talking about how those stupid blue lights and screens are basically destroying our health, why sunglasses might be the enemy, and how something as simple as morning sunlight can totally transform your body. If you're tired of feeling like garbage and popping supplements like candy, this episode is gonna blow your mind. Trust me, I went from thinking this was gonna be another nerdy health talk to being completely...

Today I’m unpacking what it really means to set ‘stretch goals’ for myself and my kids—beyond just keeping them from turning into little jerks. Inspired by a recent convo, I’m reflecting on how we can prepare our children to be like Joshua—ready to take on God’s plan, no matter where it points.

From dealing with daily messes without losing our cool to thinking big about their futures, I’m exploring how embracing flexibility and readiness for change is crucial. This episode is all about pushing boundaries and preparing our kids to not only face the wo...

This week, I’m sitting down with John Brock—my husband Luke’s boss and business partner—who also happens to be one of the most unexpected, unconventional lawyers you’ll ever meet.

John didn’t take the typical path to success. As a kid, he struggled in school, barely knew how to read in elementary, and had to fight for every win. Now? He’s running one of the most forward-thinking law firms in Knoxville. We talk about what it took to get here, the hustle (he’s a 4 a.m. workout guy, y’all), and how he and his wif...

Moms, I don’t know about y’all, but I am over it—the busy-for-the-sake-of-being-busy nonsense, the never-ending school events that do nothing but stress parents out, and the homework that somehow becomes my responsibility. Who decided we needed a themed snack day every other week? And don’t get me started on the over-scheduling—kids don’t need another enrichment class, they need to go play in the dirt.

This week, I’m breaking down why less is more when it comes to motherhood and why I refuse to let society guilt me into running myself ragged. We’re...

I'm in a mood, y'all. Today, I'm talking about why I believe society’s got it all wrong when it comes to raising our kids and making life choices. I’m laying it all out—no filter, no apologies. So if you're feeling easily offended, go ahead and skip to the next episode. 

From the myths of birth control and the push towards late marriages, I'm over it. I'd rather have real conversations about the benefits of homeschooling and the magic of breastfeeding. I talk about why I think early marriage can be a game changer and why it’...

Today's conversation is deeply personal, and deeply important. I sit down with my dear friend Emily Smith to discuss her incredible journey with stage 4 metastatic breast cancer. Just months after her shocking diagnosis, Emily's cancer had already spread to her brain - a rare and aggressive progression that left her doctors uncertain of the path forward. But today, we talk about the courage and grace Emily carried in the midst of her fight. It will leave you in awe and eager to embrace each day with renewed purpose.

Through it all, Emily has maintained an unwavering...

To me, Matt Kaye is a true embodiment of the American dream. From his humble beginnings in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, to creating a booming $300 million business that cleaned up old explosives from military sites, Matt’s story is iconic. Now, retired at 49 and diving into the restaurant world with Cazzy’s, he’s living life on his terms. We’re gonna dig into how he made it big, the challenges along the way, and what it’s like stepping away from the corporate grind to spend more time with his beautiful family and his latest passion project. 

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Ever feel invisible while doing the hardest job in the world? Yeah, me too. Today I’m talking about losing it over the lack of ‘thanks’ I get and why we need to smash the perfect mom façade. You'll hear about my first big trip away from the kids and how we handled it at home—after we saved a chicken in the freezing cold, of course.

This year, it’s all about  ditching impossible standards and actually enjoying the experience. Forget perfection—let’s get real about making sure our identity stretches beyond just being a mom and settin...

This week, I am yet again totally inspired by the confidence and creativity of 17 year old entrepreneur, Sofi SanMiguel. With the support of her mother Dena, Sofi launched her own business, Ivory Beau Boutique while tackling life as a high school student. We talk about the flexibility and freedom that comes with running your own business, as well as the challenges of time management and self-promotion. 

Plus, Sofi and Dena share what it takes to run a business, including details like selecting inventory, navigating the financial side, and building relationships with customers. You'll get a glimpse into t...