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Myia Hanson

We Are The Hanson's is a top-rated family and parenting podcast hosted by Myia Hanson, offering honest conversations about real life, blended family dynamics, parenting, mental health, and personal growth—straight from the heart of Springfield, Missouri. Raising 13 children ranging from age 30 to 8, Myia brings a rare, multi-generational perspective to modern parenting. With occasional guest appearances from her husband, Jeremy Hanson, this podcast explores what it truly means to build strong family bonds in today’s fast-paced world. Each episode delivers practical parenting advice, real stories from a large blended family, and actionable tools for self-care, wellness, and emotional resilience. Topics include raising kids in the military, supporting college students, navigating elementary school years, strengthening marriages, managing stress, and prioritizing mental health—without guilt. Designed for parents, caregivers, and anyone seeking balance and connection, We Are The Hanson's goes beyond surface-level advice. This is a space for authentic conversations, mindfulness, relationship growth, and real-world parenting strategies that work for families of all sizes. Rooted in Midwest values but relevant nationwide, We Are The Hanson's helps listeners feel seen, supported, and empowered—no matter where they are in their parenting or life journey. New episodes release regularly. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, and wherever you listen to podcasts.

  • 20 episodes
  • Updated Tuesday
  • weekly
  • 31 min on average

Episodes 20

  • July 28 · 27 min

    A Shower Full of Love Celebrating Baby Stafford_mixdown

    Family is at its best when everyone comes together to celebrate life's biggest milestones. In this heartwarming episode of We Are the Hansons, we take you behind the scenes of Baby Stafford's baby shower—a day filled with delicious homemade food,...

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  • July 21 · 31 min

    The Beautiful Chaos Navigating Life with a Big Family_mixdown

    What does it really take to raise a large family while helping your children grow into successful, compassionate adults? In this heartfelt episode of We Are the Hansons, Myia Hanson shares the joys, challenges, and life lessons that come with raising...

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  • #156July 14 · 29 min

    Miles, Memories, and the People We Love

    A family road trip to Wisconsin becomes a powerful reminder that life's greatest moments are often the unexpected ones. Myia Hanson shares the emotional story of a frightening medical scare with daughter Anailyn, followed by a weekend filled with...

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  • #155July 7 · 22 min

    A Weekend We'll Never Forget

    A weekend filled with everything that matters most—family, laughter, fireworks, weddings, birthdays, and unforgettable memories. Myia Hanson shares the joy of celebrating a future bride, a Fourth of July cookout, hilarious family moments (including...

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  • #154June 30 · 54 min

    Making Memories One Weekend At A Time

    This week on We Are the Hansons, we're sharing one of our favorite kinds of weekends—the simple ones. From Morgan and Ty spending the weekend with us, shopping for Maddie's perfect cowgirl boots before her Branson concert, relaxing with movies,...

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  • #152June 16 · 22 min

    The Little Moments We Didnt Know We'd Remember

    This week on We Are the Hansons, Myia shares a heartfelt look at a weekend that didn't seem extraordinary at first—Maddie's rummage sale adventure with Gavin and Riley, a family fishing trip that brought in bluegill, sunfish, striper bass, and...

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  • #151June 9 · 17 min

    Morgan's Birthday And A Baby On The Way

    In this special episode of We Are the Hansons, Myia celebrates Morgan’s upcoming birthday while sharing the exciting news that Morgan and her family are expecting a baby girl due October 22. Through stories, memories, family traditions, and...

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  • #150June 2 · 14 min

    Maddie's Birthday Celebration

    oin Myia Hanson as she shares the story of Maddie's unforgettable birthday celebration. From backyard water balloon battles and squirt gun wars to burgers on the grill, sweet summer treats, family laughter, and even an unexpected hamster surprise,...

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  • #149May 26 · 23 min

    Our Memorial Day Weekend

    A slow and meaningful Memorial Day weekend filled with sunshine, hummingbirds, Target runs, family memories, off-roading adventures, and the simple moments that remind us what really matters. In this heartfelt episode of We Are the Hansons, Jeremy and...

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  • #147May 12 · 35 min

    Mother's Day Weekend

    This week on We Are the Hansons, we share one of the most heartfelt and beautiful weekends our family has had in a long time — Mother’s Day weekend. From breakfast made with love and surprise visits from the kids to flowers covering the kitchen...

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  • #146May 5 · 30 min

    A Sunday Like This

    A simple Sunday turns into something unforgettable as the Hanson family navigates chaos, creativity, and connection at a Route 66 art show—ending in a quiet, meaningful reminder of what truly matters.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and...

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  • #145April 28 · 32 min

    Gavin's 19th Birthday

     heartfelt and fun celebration episode of We Are the Hansons as the family comes together to celebrate Gavin’s 19th birthday surrounded by love, laughter, and unforgettable moments with family and friends.See Privacy Policy at...

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  • #144April 21 · 32 min

    The Heart of Home Family Time and the Joy of Visitors

    In this heartwarming episode of We Are the Hansons – The Heart of Home, we celebrate the simple but powerful joy of family time and the unforgettable moments that come when loved ones come to visit. From laughter-filled gatherings to meaningful...

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  • #143April 14 · 34 min

    A Night to Remember — Maddie's Prom Story

    A heartfelt look at one unforgettable night as Maddie steps into prom with confidence, courage, and the full support of a family that knows how to show up. From morning chaos to late-night stories, this episode captures the beauty of growing up,...

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  • #142April 7 · 44 min

    A House Full Of Love Easter Weekend With Our Family

    A House Full of Love: Easter Weekend with Our Family is a heartfelt episode of We Are the Hansons that takes you inside a joyful, chaotic, and memory-filled holiday weekend. From long-awaited reunions and grandkids filling the house with laughter to...

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  • #141March 31 · 41 min

    The Day The Woods Won: Fishing Lines And Seed Ticks

    A spring day in the woods turns into a story we’ll never forget—four boys chasing fish, the rest of us hunting morels, and a surprise run-in with seed ticks that changed everything.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy...

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  • #140March 24 · 37 min

    Maddie's 1st Job

    Maddie just started her very first job at 14—and it’s a big moment for the whole family. In this episode of We Are the Hansons, we talk about what it really means for kids to start working, the lessons that come with earning that first paycheck, and...

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