Got It From My Momma

DEBRA NEWELL | BEYOND DIRTY JOHN | Got it From My Momma | EP. 125

Send us Fan Mail Debra Newell’s life became the focus of the wildly popular true crime podcast and movie Dirty John- but behind the headlines is a mother, a survivor, and a woman of deep faith. In this episode of Got It From My Momma, Debra shares her harrowing real-life experience of falling in love with a man she met on a dating app...someone who appeared to have everything: wealth, prestige, charm, and a career in medicine. What she didn’t know was that he was a con man who would manipulate her, try to drain her financially, isolate her from her children, and ultimately bring her family into a tragic and unimaginable situation. Debra opens up about: How manipulation can happen slowly—and to anyone The impact Dirty John had on her relationship with her children The weight of her daughter’s involvement in his death Rebuilding Trust And how her faith in God has sustained her through loss, shame, and healing This is more than a true crime story. It’s a raw conversation about love, deception, motherhood, forgiveness, and finding God’s grace after trauma. www.coatdefense.com Code: MOMMA15 for 15% off Thank you to our generous Got It From My Momma podcast friends! This episode is brought to you by: COAT DEFENSE www.coatdefense.com Instagram @coat_defense Use MOMMA15 for 15% off Got it From My Momma on the WEB www.gotitfrommymomma.tv (Become an Insider!) Host- Jennifer Vickery Smith @jvickerysmith on Instagram WATCH podcast episodes on YouTube @gotitfrommymommapodcast

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JULIE CHRISLEY | FAITH & FREEDOM, FOREVER CHANGED | Got it From My Momma | EP. 124

Send us Fan Mail Julie Chrisley joined me for her first solo sit-down interview since being released from prison after serving 28 months, and I don’t take that lightly. This conversation wasn’t about headlines or reality TV. It was about faith grown in hard places, the ache of being away from her children, missing holidays and milestones, and how this experience forever changed the way she sees people and God. I’m deeply honored she chose Got It From My Momma for her first conversation back. This episode is honest, tender, and full of perspective for anyone walking through a refining season. Coat Defense www.coatdefense.com MOMMA15 for 15% OFF Thank you to our generous Got It From My Momma podcast friends! This episode is brought to you by: COAT DEFENSE www.coatdefense.com Instagram @coat_defense Use MOMMA15 for 15% off Got it From My Momma on the WEB www.gotitfrommymomma.tv (Become an Insider!) Host- Jennifer Vickery Smith @jvickerysmith on Instagram WATCH podcast episodes on YouTube @gotitfrommymommapodcast

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JAMIE O'NEAL | Country Music Artist | Got it From My Momma | EP. 123

Send us Fan Mail Platinum-selling country artist Jamie O’Neal joins host Jennifer Vickery Smith for an inspiring conversation about the women who shaped her, starting with her own mother, and how motherhood has transformed her music and her life. We talk about the legacy she inherited, the legacy she’s building as a mom, and how these experiences are woven into her upcoming album arriving this January. Jamie also reflects on her early career breakout with hits like “There Is No Arizona” and “When I Think About Angels,” and shares what it feels like to enter a brand-new creative season. http://www.coatdefense.com MOMMA15 for 15% OFF Thank you to our generous Got It From My Momma podcast friends! This episode is brought to you by: COAT DEFENSE www.coatdefense.com Instagram @coat_defense Use MOMMA15 for 15% off Got it From My Momma on the WEB www.gotitfrommymomma.tv (Become an Insider!) Host- Jennifer Vickery Smith @jvickerysmith on Instagram WATCH podcast episodes on YouTube @gotitfrommymommapodcast

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2025 CMA AWARDS | FAITH FAMILY FAME | Got it From My Momma | EP. 122

Send us Fan Mail In this special episode brought to you in partnership with UPtv, Got it From My Momma podcast host Jennifer Vickery Smith brings you conversations with country music artists and entertainment personalities for a red carpet rundown from the Country Music Association Awards! Hear From: Jay Demarcus/Nominee - Rascal Flatts Huntergirl /American Idol Runner-up Dustin Lynch / 10 X Chart Topper John Morgan / Country Music Artist Krista/ Tigirlily Gold - Walker Montgomery / Artist Tiera Kennedy / Country Music Artist Heidi Westbrook / Hudson’s Momma Hudson Westbrook / Country Music Artist Ashley Cooke / Country Music Artist Tony Vitello / San Fransisco Giants Adrienne Nunez / Artist & Influencer Avery Anna / Country Music Artist Kat Luna / Country Music Artist Josh Ross / Country Music Artist Gareth / Country Music Artist Cooper Alan / Hally Williams Cooper Tanner & Midge Smith - Love on the Spectrum Tyler White / Madison Marilla - Love on the Spectrum Cassie Kelley / Lifestyle Influencer Karley Scott Collins / Country Music Artist Visit www.gotitfrommymommapodcast.com Become an INSIDER by subscriber to our newsletter on the website Thank you to our generous Got It From My Momma podcast friends! This episode is brought to you by the following: COAT DEFENSE www.coatdefense.com Instagram @coat_defense Use MOMMA15 for 15% off Follow us on Instagram: @gotitfrom_mymomma Host- Jennifer Vickery Smith @jvickerysmith WATCH podcast episodes on YouTube @gotitfrommymommapodcast About the Got It From My Momma Podcast: GOT IT FROM MY MOMMA is an interview-format podcast with the moms of your favorite entertainers and athletes. In each episode, our guests share stories from an artist’s childhood and the journey to stardom from the perspective only a momma can share! Fun, heartwarming, and never-before-heard stories fill the engaging episodes as we appeal to fans of the stars as well as listeners who just love good stories and great advice! About the Host - Jennifer Vickery Smith: Jennifer Vickery Smith has worked as an on-camera reporter, anchor, producer, and print journalist in both the world of entertainment and broadcast news for more than 20 years. Jennifer has worked with each of the major networks and nationally broadcast entertainment programs, including Entertainment Tonight and EXTRA. Momma herself to rising country music artist Conner Smith , Jennifer is excited to help tell stories of an entertainer’s journey from a perspective only a mother can share. http://www.livingexo.com Creating exceptional outdoor living spaces in Nashville and Middle Tennessee http://www.coatdefense.com MOMMA15 for 15% OFF COAT DEFENSE www.coatdefense.com MOMMA15 for 15% off Thank you to our generous Got It From My Momma podcast friends! This episode is brought to you by: Museum of Christian & Gospel Music www.cgmmuseum.org LIVING EXO www.livingexo.com COAT DEFENSE www.coatdefense.com Instagram @coat_defense Use MOMMA15 for 15% off Got it From My Momma on the WEB www.gotitfrommymomma.tv (Become an Insider!) Host- Jennifer Vickery Smith @jvickerysmith on Instagram WATCH podcast episodes on YouTube @gotitfrommymommapodcast

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MADDOX BATSON's MOMMA SALINA | PART TWO | Got it From My Momma | EP. 121

Send us Fan Mail This is part two of Jennifer's conversation with the mom of Maddox Batson! The soon to be 16 year old country phenom is on the fast track- touring the country, opening for big names like Lainey Wilson and stepping into so many new opportunities. As you know from listening to the first part of our conversation- Maddox’s parents are making sure he’s staying grounded, surrounding him with family and trusted friends- and prayer- lots of it. Let’s continue to conversation with Salina Batson… http://www.livingexo.com Creating exceptional outdoor living spaces in Nashville and Middle Tennessee http://www.coatdefense.com MOMMA15 for 15% OFF COAT DEFENSE www.coatdefense.com MOMMA15 for 15% off Thank you to our generous Got It From My Momma podcast friends! This episode is brought to you by: Museum of Christian & Gospel Music www.cgmmuseum.org LIVING EXO www.livingexo.com COAT DEFENSE www.coatdefense.com Instagram @coat_defense Use MOMMA15 for 15% off Got it From My Momma on the WEB www.gotitfrommymomma.tv (Become an Insider!) Host- Jennifer Vickery Smith @jvickerysmith on Instagram WATCH podcast episodes on YouTube @gotitfrommymommapodcast

MADDOX BATSON's MOMMA SALINA | PART ONE | Got it From My Momma | EP. 120

Send us Fan Mail At just 15 years old, Maddox Batson has gone from singing on TikTok to signing a record deal, touring the country, and opening for big name artists such as Lainey Wilson, but his journey began long before the stage lights! In this episode of Got It From My Momma, Maddox’s mom Salina Batson shares about raising a child in the spotlight, how the family’s faith has guided every step, and the tough decisions that come with chasing a dream at such a young age. http://www.livingexo.com Creating exceptional outdoor living spaces in Nashville and Middle Tennessee http://www.coatdefense.com MOMMA15 for 15% OFF Thank you to our generous Got It From My Momma podcast friends! This episode is brought to you by: COAT DEFENSE www.coatdefense.com Instagram @coat_defense Use MOMMA15 for 15% off Got it From My Momma on the WEB www.gotitfrommymomma.tv (Become an Insider!) Host- Jennifer Vickery Smith @jvickerysmith on Instagram WATCH podcast episodes on YouTube @gotitfrommymommapodcast

BEST SELLING AUTHOR KAREN KINGSBURY | Got it From My Momma | EP. 119

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Got It From My Momma, host Jennifer Vickery Smith visits downtown Franklin’s Landmark Booksellers just south of Nashville Tennessee with beloved New York Times bestselling author Karen Kingsbury, often called “America’s favorite inspirational storyteller.” Karen opens up about her incredible journey from sports writer for the L.A. Times to one of the most successful Christian fiction authors of all time. She shares how her faith, family, and “reader friends” inspire every story she tells, and gives us a behind-the-scenes look at her brand-new movie, The Christmas Ring. You’ll walk away inspired by Karen’s story of purpose, perseverance, and the power of storytelling. 👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more inspiring conversations about faith, family, and real life. You can also watch these conversations on YouTube! http://www.livingexo.com Creating exceptional outdoor living spaces in Nashville and Middle Tennessee http://www.coatdefense.com MOMMA15 for 15% OFF Thank you to our generous Got It From My Momma podcast friends! This episode is brought to you by: COAT DEFENSE www.coatdefense.com Instagram @coat_defense Use MOMMA15 for 15% off Got it From My Momma on the WEB www.gotitfrommymomma.tv (Become an Insider!) Host- Jennifer Vickery Smith @jvickerysmith on Instagram WATCH podcast episodes on YouTube @gotitfrommymommapodcast