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A Fresh Story

Fresh Starts
Divorce
Mental Health
Voting Rights
Personal Growth
Vote Without Fear
Parenting
Self-Care
Self-Acceptance
Motherhood
Family Dynamics
Mindfulness
Life Transitions
Burnout
Boundaries
Social Media
Pop Culture
Grief
Relationships
Self-Compassion
Communication

A Fresh Story Podcast is a top 2% personal journals podcast, hosted by sisters Olivia Dreizen Howell and Jenny Dreizen, that delves into courageous life choices, creative concepts, and fresh start stories through candid conversations. The podcast explores cultural subjects often overlooked, offering listeners a fresh perspective on various life experiences. Join the sisters and guests on a journey... more

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There are questions most of us carry in silence—questions we've never felt safe enough to ask out loud, things we didn't learn in any classroom, and experiences we've quietly wondered about in the dark. Myisha Battle has spent her career in those sil... more

There is a moment—one most parents have had but few will ever admit out loud—where you look at your child and feel something uncomfortably close to dislike. Not a fleeting frustration, but a deep, bewildering wall between you and the small person you... more

Some connections defy explanation. They arrive on a random Tuesday afternoon through a phone scroll, a face you haven't seen in decades, a name that pulls you back to childhood hallways — and suddenly, the universe has done the thing it sometimes doe... more

There is something quietly radical about a journalist who turns her most pressing obsession—the thing that keeps her up at night, filling spreadsheets and firing off emails at 2 a.m.—into a book that asks the rest of us to pay closer attention. Forte... more

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Mary Van Geffen
Author and International Parenting Coach for The Spicy Ones
The Spicy Ones
Episode: Fresh Reads: Parenting a Spicy One: A Compassionate Guide for Raising a Deep-Feeling and Wonderfully Strong-Willed Kid by Mary Van Geffen
Zahra Tangorra
Author of Extra Sauce, The Good, the Bad, and the Onions
Author, Chef
Episode: Fresh Reads: Extra Sauce: The Good, the Bad, and the Onions by Zahra Tangorra
Fortesa Latifi
Journalist and author of Like, Follow, Subscribe, Influencer Kids and the Cost of a Childhood Online
Gallery, imprint of Simon & Schuster
Episode: Fresh Reads: Like, Follow, Subscribe: Influencer Kids and the Cost of a Childhood Online by Fortesa Latifi
Dr. Gertrude Lyons
Author, Tedx speaker, coach and retreat leader
Author, Dr. Gertrude Lyons
Episode: Fresh Reads: Rewrite the Mother Code: From Sacrifice to Stardust - A Cosmic Approach to Motherhood by Dr. Gertrude Lyons
Cassidy Gard
Author of Cosmic Goodness
Author
Episode: Fresh Reads: Cosmic Goodness: Surrendering the Shadows to Live in the Light by Cassidy Gard
Heather Quick
Attorney in Florida, specializing in divorce and family law for women
Florida Women's Law Group
Episode: Fresh Reads: UNBREAKABLE DIVORCE: The Winning Divorce Guide Every Woman Needs to Reclaim Her Life with Heather Quick, ESQ.
Lori Sugarman-Li
Author of Our Home, The Love, Work, and Heart of Family
Author, Speaker, Family Coach
Episode: Fresh Reads: Our Home: The Love, Work, and Heart of Family by Lori Sugarman-Li
Elizabeth Wilson
A mom and writer, currently working on her memoir and running a writing-themed podcast.
Episode: From Sperm Donors to Divorce Court: Elizabeth Wilson’s Honest Story of Same-Sex Motherhood
Colette Jane Fehr
Licensed psychotherapist and author of The Cost of Quiet.
Self
Episode: Fresh Reads: The Cost of Quiet: How to Have the Hard Conversations That Create Secure, Lasting Love by Colette Jane Fehr

Hosts

Olivia Dreizen Howell
Host with a focus on personal growth and authentic storytelling; often steers episodes with warmth and curiosity.
Jenny Dreizen
Co-host known for empathetic interviewing and practical perspectives on relationships and life transitions.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 155 ratings
  • Love it!

    I’m hooked. The sisters are such engaging hosts. Keep up the good work

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nish A80
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Natural and authentic convos

    Olivia and Jenny are rockstars. Solid conversations from two great people.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The Real Nickolas Natali
    United Statesa year ago
  • A breath of fresh air!

    Each episode dives into inspiring journeys of reinvention, resilience, and fresh starts that leave you feeling uplifted and ready to take on your own next chapter. It’s heartfelt, empowering, and the perfect reminder that it’s never too late to start again. Love it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    IrinaSheh
    United Statesa year ago
  • Literally So Fresh!

    Idk who the weirdo leaving a one star review is but this show is great! The hosts are fabulous and I appreciate their fresh perspectives on such a variety of topics.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Melissa8166
    United Statesa year ago
  • Sibling series is interesting

    I’m the youngest of three and my sibling are a lot older than I am so I always find the dynamics interesting between other siblings

    Great mini series

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SherlockCupid
    United Kingdoma year ago

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Engaging hosts with authentic, relatable conversations.
Diverse topics and guests; bite-sized yet insightful.
Warm, supportive, and candid storytelling from sisters.

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Fresh Reads: Like, Follow, Subscribe: Influencer Kids and the Cost of a Childhood Online by Fortesa Latifi
Q: Where did the idea for the book come from?
Latifi explains that the idea grew from ongoing stories that generated strong reader interest and left her with more questions, prompting a comprehensive, research-driven project.
Fresh Reads: Cosmic Goodness: Surrendering the Shadows to Live in the Light by Cassidy Gard
Q: What practical advice do you offer listeners who want to start their own Cosmic Goodness?
Cassidy advises starting with a simple future-self journaling exercise—write one page from the perspective of who you want to be in the future, then update it periodically as life unfolds.
Fresh Reads: Cosmic Goodness: Surrendering the Shadows to Live in the Light by Cassidy Gard
Q: What is Cosmic Goodness, and how did the title and concept evolve?
Cosmic Goodness emerged during a pandemic-era solo Montana trip and reflects a sense of divine protection and momentum. The title evolved from being linked to a near-shelved project to a meaningful umbrella for the author's healing journey and life lessons.
Fresh Reads: Cosmic Goodness: Surrendering the Shadows to Live in the Light by Cassidy Gard
Q: Why did you decide to write this memoir now?
Cassidy explains that reflecting on a childhood shaped by an alcoholic father and navigating the shifts into motherhood and sobriety created a compelling arc for a memoir, with the pandemic acting as a catalyst for naming and structuring her story.
Fresh Reads: UNBREAKABLE DIVORCE: The Winning Divorce Guide Every Woman Needs to Reclaim Her Life with Heather Quick, ESQ.
Q: Who is this book for?
It's for women considering divorce and those already in the process, especially to help them understand the process, plan ahead, and engage effectively with their attorney.

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Two sisters host candid, personal-growth conversations with a diverse set of guests, often centered on fresh starts, reinvention, relationships, parenting, and mental well-being. Episodes are typically approachable and bite-sized, blending vulnerability with actionable insights, and frequently highlighting resilience, self-care, and practical steps for life transitions. A notable strength is the warm, authentic dynamic between hosts and guests, plus a willingness to tackle sensitive topics—from divorce and parenting to spirituality and burnout—in an accessible, human-centered way.

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A Fresh Story launched 3 years ago and published 279 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on A Fresh Story include:

1. Mary Van Geffen
2. Zahra Tangorra
3. Fortesa Latifi
4. Dr. Gertrude Lyons
5. Cassidy Gard
6. Heather Quick
7. Lori Sugarman-Li
8. Elizabeth Wilson

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