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Got It From My Momma

Got It From My Momma
Author: Jennifer Vickery Smith
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A podcast with the mommas of your favorite entertainers! Join host Jennifer Vickery Smith for the Got it From My Momma podcast! We chat about family, fame, and faith with the mommas of your favorite entertainers, artists, and athletes. Listen as our guests share never before heard stories from the entertainer’s childhood and the journey to stardom from the perspective only a momma can share!
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Send us a text This week we are headed to the red carpet for the 56th annual GMA Dove Awards held this year at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena! The Gospel Music Association has been celebrating the best in Christian, Gospel, Bluegrass, Hip-Hop and inspirational much for six decades and invited us along to talk with some of your favorite entertainers about our favorite topics- family, music, and Jesus! Come along! www.coatdefense.com MOMMA15 for 15% off www.coatdefense...
Send us a text Legendary actress Jane Seymour (Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman, Live and Let Die) sits down with her daughter Katie Flynn to join Jennifer for an intimate interview about life, legacy, and love. We dive into: ✨ Their unique mother-daughter bond 🎬 Jane’s iconic career and Katie’s experiences growing up in the spotlight ❤️ The values passed down from Jane’s own mother 🌍 Katie’s powerful volunteer work and passion for giving back 💖 The mission and impact o...
Send us a text 🚜 10-year-old Jackson Laux, aka Just a Jackson Thing, has taken the internet by storm with his deep knowledge of tractors, charming old-school farmer vibes, and love for all things agriculture... and in this episode, we’re talking to the woman who started it all: his mom, Jessica Laux. 🎙️ In this heartwarming and insightful interview, host Jennifer Vickery Smith chats with Jessica about: Jackson’s early love for farming and tractors 🚜How their family returned to a life in agr...
Send us a text In this episode of Got It From My Momma, I sit down with Wendy Holder, the mom of TikTok sensation turned country music artist Tayler Holder. She shares the real story behind Tayler’s fast rise to fame, the accusations that rocked their world, and how their family navigated an incredibly painful and public time. Now living in Nashville and focusing on music—including a new song featuring T-Pain—Tayler is making a strong comeback. Wendy is right by his side, even working the mer...
Send us a text This week on Got it From My Momma, we're kicking off the NFL season with a very special guest — Gemmi Schottenheimer, wife of Dallas Cowboys’ new head coach Brian Schottenheimer! 🎙️🏈 Just in time for the Cowboys VS the Eagles tonight! Gemmi shares: 🏈 The unforgettable moment they found out Brian got the head coaching job 🏈 How their strong faith has anchored their journey 🏈 What it's really like to move your family for 16+ coaching jobs 🏈 Her excitement for their new li...
Send us a text You’re going to LOVE this episode of Got it From My Momma! Host Jennifer Vickery Smith sits down with actress, producer, author, and mom Candace Cameron Bure for an inspiring and honest conversation about life in and beyond the spotlight. From growing up on the set of Full House to navigating motherhood and a thriving career, Candace shares the values that have guided her — authenticity, faith, and the importance of family. She shares about the influence of her own mother, her ...
Send us a text In this episode of Got it From My Momma, I sit down with actress and former child star Alexa PenaVega - best known for her roles in Spy Kids, Little Giants, and Twister - for a heartfelt and faith-filled conversation. Alexa opens up about: ✨ Her beautiful testimony and journey with Jesus 💔 The heartbreaking loss of her newborn baby and how her faith carried her through 👨👩👧👦 Raising children to love and follow Christ ❤️ Her relationship with husband Carlos PenaVega from Big ...
Send us a text Danica McKellar shares her journey from childhood acting to becoming a math author and her recent embrace of faith with Got it From My Momma Host, Jennifer Vickery Smith. She discusses the vibrant faith-based entertainment scene in Tennessee, her experiences in Hollywood, and the importance of instilling confidence in children through education. Danica reflects on her family values, the challenges of typecasting, and her personal faith journey, including the impact of fellow ac...
Send us a text Brenda Gantt is one of the internet's favorite grandmothers and has millions of followers on social media. She shares her journey from a cooking for friends at church to becoming a viral sensation on social media in this conversation with Got it From My Momma Podcast Host, Jennifer Vickery Smith. She discusses her passion for cooking, the importance of community, and how she uses her platform to teach others the joy of home-cooked meals. Brenda reflects on her family dynamics, ...
Send us a text Sasha's story is the kind that feels almost made-up, except it’s entirely real. She began writing music at the age of just ten years old, driven by a quiet determination and a natural gift for melody and lyrics. Her big break came in the most unexpected of ways: through a Reddit post that went viral when she was only 18. In the comments, she casually dropped a link to her SoundCloud… and the rest is history. Soon after, the very same music executives who discovered Bruno Mars c...
Send us a text Tucker Wetmore has had a HUGE year in country music! From breakout hits like Wine into Whisky and Wind Up Missing You, to a sold-out headlining tour, and even a New Male Artist nomination at the ACM Awards, not to mention, he teamed up with Conner Smith for a track on the Twisters movie soundtrack! But today, we’re diving into Tucker’s journey from a whole new angle - through the eyes of his biggest supporter, his momma! Sia Gould came over just before heading to th...
Send us a text In this special episode, I sit down with the legendary Delilah—the beloved radio host whose voice has been a source of comfort and connection for millions of listeners across the country through her nationally syndicated show, Delilah… Beyond the radio waves, Delilah is a mother to 15 children, a fierce advocate for foster care and adoption, and a woman whose deep faith has helped her navigate profound personal loss, including the heartbreaking passing of two of her sons...
Send us a text We’re on the red carpet at the KLOVE Fan Awards! 🎤 From Lauren Daigle to Chris Tomlin, Matthew West, MercyMe, and more — we’re bringing you exclusive interviews with your favorite Christian artists and entertainers. Hear how faith fuels their music, what’s next in their journey, and the powerful stories behind the songs you love. www.coatdefense.com MOMMA15 for 15% off www.coatdefense.comCoat Defense Pet Products15% off with code: MOMMA15 www.gotitfrommymomma.tv Thank y...
Send us a text In this special episode of Got it From My Momma, we're headed to Frisco, Texas for the 60th annual Academy of Country Music Awards! Join us on the red carpet as we soak up the glitz, glam, and southern charm while chatting with some of your favorite country music stars. From behind-the-scenes buzz to heartfelt moments about the intersection of faith, family, and fame, this is a celebration you won’t want to miss. HAPPY 60TH ACMS!! Presented by: HEREOS BEAUTY www.he...
Send us a text In this episode, we're joined by the radiant Carley Shimkus, the ever-chipper morning anchor of Fox & Friends First. Broadcasting live from the Fox News headquarters in New York City, we sat down with Carley for a candid and heartwarming conversation that spans career, motherhood, and everything in between. Carley shares what it's like waking up at 1:30 AM every day to help America start its morning, how she navigated her fears about becoming a mom, and how she's balancing ...
Send us a text Liz Claman is impressive! In this episode, I sit down with the powerhouse behind The Claman Countdown on FOX Business, right inside the buzzing Fox studios in New York. Liz is a force of nature—balancing breaking news, big interviews, and parenting with incredible grace. We caught her in between live TV hits (literally moments after she wrapped up an interview with one of the top business executives in the U.S.!) to talk about motherhood, ambition, and the surprising source she...
Send us a text Got it From My Momma heads to the heart of New York City for a powerful and deeply personal conversation inside the Fox News headquarters. Host Jennifer Vickery Smith sits down with Kayleigh McEnany—former White House Press Secretary and current co-host of Outnumbered on Fox News—for the first installment in a special series focused on faith and family. In this compelling episode, Kayleigh opens up about her journey through motherhood, the values that ground her, and her time ...
Send us a text We did it- this marks the 100th episode of the GIFMM podcast! And we are celebrating with an incredible guest who has been a pivotal force behind one of the most successful careers in music history. I was thrilled to get to sit down with Jonetta Patton, mother of global superstar Usher, and a powerhouse in her own right. In her first podcast conversation, Jonetta shares about her motherhood journey, from fighting to gain respect as Usher's manager to navigating some of the bigg...
Send us a text Jennifer Vickery Smith, Host of the Got it From My Momma podcast, talks with Kim Holderness - one hand of the sketch comedy couple Penn and Kim of the Holderness Family. Kim shares about becoming a viral sensation with her husband, Penn after creating a family video Christmas card that went viral. Kim reflects on the challenges of parenting in the public eye and the balance between work and family life, emphasizing the need for boundaries and the joy of creating content t...
Send us a text Author and speaker Kari Kampakis is my guest this week and we discuss the challenges and joys of parenting. Kari is a mom of four girls and has written numerous resources for both girls and moms! Kari and I discuss the challenges and joys of motherhood, her career journey, the writing process for a devotional book, and the balance between family life and professional commitments. The conversation highlights the evolving nature of motherhood and the wisdom gained through e...