Take This Personally with Morgan Huelsman
Episodes
After Losing Two Sons, She Helps Others Heal From Grief
06 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Grief is something every single one of us will experience, but most of us don’t know how to talk about it, process it, or move through it. Marci...
What We Don’t Talk About With Relationships: Fighting, Resentment, & Repair
30 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We grow up believing in “happily ever after," but what happens when real relationships don’t look like the movies? Morgan is joined b...
First Comes Love... Then Comes Marriage 💍👰🏼
23 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
She's in her bridal era! Morgan's fiancé Braden joins for a full, unfiltered conversation about their relationship, engagement, and everything ...
Big Artists & Big Quits: The Real Life of a Touring Background Singer
16 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Kristen Rogers has built a career most music fans never see, but it’s one that’s taken her around the world. As a touring background vocal...
The Truth About Generational Trauma, Religion, and Awakening The Consciousness
09 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
🚨 This is the healing conversation everyone needs to hear! Danny Morel joins the podcast for a powerful conversation about healing, awakening, and ...
The 10-Minute Hack That Could Change Your Life Forever
02 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What if the most powerful thing you could do for your life takes less than 30 minutes and costs nothing? Morgan brings on Walter Green, founder of the...
The Matchmaker’s Guide to Finding Real Love
23 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Morgan is joined by professional matchmaker Alessandra Conti for an honest, behind-the-scenes look at modern dating. From screening clients and a...
The Cost of Loving the Wrong Person: From “Perfect Life” to Unsubscribing
16 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when love slowly turns into manipulation? Ginny Priem shares her journey from a successful corporate career and a life that looked &ldqu...
Love Is All Around Us (Even When It Doesn’t Feel Like It)
09 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Love isn’t just romance. It’s friendship, family, self-worth, trust, and the way we show up for ourselves. In this Valentine’s ...
Money Isn’t the Problem, Your Relationship Is
02 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Money isn’t just math. It’s memory, identity, fear, hope, and survival. Shannah Game, certified financial planner and author of Unrav...
"Just Show Up" How an Introvert Learned to Build Confidence, Community, & a New Life
26 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when you finally reach the goal you’ve been chasing and it doesn’t feel the way you thought it would? I’m joined ...
Jessica Buchanan on Her Kidnapping, Captivity, & the Life That Followed
19 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Jessica Buchanan was a schoolteacher from Ohio who followed a calling to serve overseas. That calling led her to East Africa, meaningful humanitarian ...
The Proposal 💍 (And the Peacoat That Almost Ruined It)
12 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Braden is officially back, but this time as my fiancé. 🤍 We are sharing the entire engagement story from both perspectives: designing the ri...
My 87-Year-Old Grandma on Regrets, Adventure, and Why Hate Destroys You
05 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
From growing up without modern technology to teaching English, raising children, exploring archaeology, flying planes, riding motorcycles, and living ...
You Are the Perfect Parent for Your Baby: Postpartum, Baby Instincts & Trusting Yourself
29 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if new parents aren’t failing, but simply unsupported? Morgan sits down with Michelle Pool, nurse at Maven Clinic and the person ...
What No One Tells You About Becoming a Mom with My Sister
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week’s episode is equal parts chaotic, honest, and deeply meaningful as Morgan is joined by her sister Taylor and her 11-week-old niece, Co...
The Other Side of The Holidays: Real Voices, Real Struggles
15 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The holidays can be magical: full of twinkly lights, sweet treats, and time with people we love. But they can also shine a spotlight on grief, change,...
Friendship Just As Important As Romance: Rethinking Connections, Community & Living
08 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Rhaina Cohen (author of The Other Significant Others) joins us to reframe how we think about friendship: past, present, and possible futures. Rhaina e...
Social Media Overload: How to Protect Your Mind and Mental Health
01 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Social media is everywhere and it’s changing the way we think, feel, and interact. Amanda White, licensed therapist and host of Nuance Need...
Morgan’s Long COVID Cleanse: How She Finally Started Healing
24 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Morgan shares the most personal and transformative part of her health journey yet, the cleanse and lifestyle overhaul she’s been doing to heal f...
Microplastics Uncovered: How They Impact Our Health, Food, and Planet
17 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Microplastics are everywhere. In the air we breathe, the water we drink, and the food we eat. In this episode, Morgan talks with Microplastics researc...
56 Years Of Marriage & Caring Through Alzheimers
10 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Meet Baxie: a 78-year-old teacher, wife, mother and grandmother who has lived a life full of love, laughter, and resilience. From a chance-meeting col...
93 Years Young: Margaret's Lessons on Life, Love, and Aging Gracefully
03 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ninety-three years. No electricity growing up. Raising a family. Adapting through every wave of change, from outhouses to iPhones to AI. Loving a husb...
Privacy, Boundaries, and Love in the Age of Oversharing
27 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Not everything you see online is actually meant for you, we're talking online boundaries!! Plus, we dive into what it really means to share (or not sh...
Empowering Human Trafficking Survivors One Bead at a Time
20 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ring True Co. is proving that businesses can be a force for social good. In this episode, we explore how the founders, Shannon and Amanda, are changin...
How Two Sisters Are Redefining Dating for the Disability Community
13 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What started as an idea born from personal experience has become a movement. The founders of Dateability, a dating app designed for people with disabi...
Our Relationship Q&A: First Impressions, A Public Life & Future Plans
06 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Birthday Boyfriend Series... part two! Mr. B joins Morgan for a second episode, this time for a listener Q&A. They're spilling alllll of it from w...
Was It Love At First Sight? The Story of Morgan & Mr. B with a Dash of Harry Potter ✨
29 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
They're sharing the FULL story. From the very first moment they met, to that instant spark that made them both think, "this is special." Hear how Mr. ...
Why We Fight About Kids, Sex & Chores: Therapist Breaks Down High-Conflict Couples
22 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Morgan brings in Dr. Marina Rosenthal, a couples therapist specializing in high-conflict couples. Dr. Marina Rosenthal breaks down what makes “h...
MORGAN: Pet Parenting vs. Human Parenting, Aging Pets, & The Dangers of Chunky Pets
22 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Veterinarian Dr. Josie opens up about the deep connections we share with our pets, from the way they mirror our own habits to the tou...
Pet Parenting vs. Human Parenting, Aging Pets, & The Dangers of Chunky Pets
15 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Veterinarian Dr. Josie opens up about the deep connections we share with our pets, from the way they mirror our own habits to the tou...
A Swift Engagement, Why Belly Doesn’t Deserve Paris (TSITP), & AI Rabbits
08 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Morgan and Morgan dive into everything from the latest celebrity news to real-life awkward encounters. They kick things off with Taylor Swift’s ...
Struggle Jennings On Getting Shot, Surviving Prison, and Carrying a Legendary Name
01 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Struggle Jennings has lived a life few could imagine from surviving gunshots, serving time behind bars, and carrying the weight of being the grandson ...
How Sarah Turned a Nonprofit from Age 15 to a Global Movement
25 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From starting a nonprofit at just 15 to leading a multimillion-dollar organization serving hundreds of children daily in Uganda, Sarah’s journey...
From Down Syndrome to CEO: Nate Is Inspiring Us To Be a Good Human
18 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Holly and her son Nate join this week's episode! Nate is the 22-year-old founder of 21 Pineapples, a Hawaiian shirt company on a mission to spread joy...
The Crisis Facing Veterans After They Come Home & How To Make a Difference
11 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens after veterans return home? For many, it’s a silent struggle filled with isolation, trauma, and lack of support. Jeff Upton shares ...
Scotty Survived Ten Gunshots in an Ambush, Then Found His Voice in Music
04 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Army veteran Scotty Hasting survived being shot ten times in Afghanistan. He recalls the ambush that started it all, the recovery process, the survivo...
Is He the One? From Modern Dating to Misconceptions, Morgan Shares It All
28 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Morgan answers questions from Take This Personally listeners on a range of topics. She shares helpful advice when looking to change careers, becoming ...
What Happened When This Mom Ditched Diet Culture for a Clean Lifestyle
21 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if the foods marketed as “healthy” are actually keeping you stuck? Tasha Rosales shares how years of gut issues, gestational dia...
The Truth About ‘Healthy’ — Why Everything You’ve Been Told Might Be Wrong
14 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Functional Health Expert Stefanie Adler unpacks the word “healthy” and why most things we’ve been told in modern times are wrong. Sh...
Seasoned Souls: Love Stories & Life Lessons from Four Remarkable Lives
07 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Morgan sits down with four remarkable individuals from Abe's Garden whose stories span generations of love, loss, resilience, and wisdom. Ward sh...
A Sailor, an Author, and a Love Story: Stories From the Other Side of 80
30 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Morgan sits down with three extraordinary residents of Abe’s Garden — Dave, Sandra, and Carol — whose life stories are rich with lov...
Not Forgotten: Life Inside Senior Living Communities
23 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Often times our senior communities get forgotten or overlooked, but we're hoping to change that with this new series. Morgan & her dog Remi found ...
Why Music Education Matters More Than You Think
16 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Cayley Tull is the co-founder of Let Music Fill My World, an organization working to ensure that every child in America has access to music education ...
Love, Loss & Street Dogs: Niall's Story of Second Chances
09 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Niall Harbison's addiction landed him in the hospital, but that moment changed the course of his life. In his recovery, he moved to Thailand where he ...
We Dated the Same Guy… Then Became Best Friends
02 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Morgan's best friends of nearly two decades, Carla and Aleigh, are on this week during their visit to Nashville. They recall the moment they all met (...
Hot Takes & Heartbreaks: Welcome to Friendship Rehab
26 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Let's talk friendship! Morgan and Friendship Coach Sabrina share their hot takes when it comes to everything surrounding friendships like why you shou...
Disability Is Not the End, It’s the Start of a New Story
19 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
*Part 2 of the disability series* Sarah Todd Hammer recounts the moment she became paralyzed at 8-years-old after a ballet class and her entire life c...
Raising A Child With Medical Complexities & Disabilities
12 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
*Part 1 of the disability series* Madeline Cheney shares her origin story & why she started The Rare Life podcast after she received troubling res...
Haley’s Survivor Story & Overcoming Childhood Trauma
05 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
*Part 2 of the trauma discussion* Morgan's friend Haley Dollarhide gets very vulnerable sharing her story of survival. In childhood, Haley dealt with ...
[Trauma] How To Heal It, Survival Mode & Why It Looks Different for Everyone
28 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
*Part 1 of the trauma discussion* Morgan brings on Trauma Therapist & expert in all things trauma, Lauren Auer. She shares why it became important...
Imposter Syndrome, Rejection, Doing It All, & Relationships
21 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Morgan discusses a variety of topics from her followers. They wrote in to share their experiences, pieces of their stories, and things they...
Parasites, Root Causes, & Healing Stored Trauma with Christy Nault
14 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Christy Nault is a root cause practitioner and educator as well as the CEO of MicroFlow. She's doing wonders for people with chronic health issues to ...
Vestibular Specialist on Vertigo, the Causes, Prevention, & Living With It
07 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Vestibular Specialist Holly Cauthan is the one person who could help Morgan after she was diagnosed with BPPV (positional vertigo). Holly helped her u...
Elisa & Tori on Disordered Eating Journeys to Now Helping Others
31 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Two people from different parts of the world are sharing a similar story this week on disordered eating. Elisa and Tori Peyton join the episode to sha...
Marriages, Why The Mental Load Matters, and Motherhood
24 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Family, relationships, marriages, motherhood... the theme of this week's episode. First, Dr. Morgan Cutlip comes on to share her expertise on marriage...
Abusive Relationships & How to Heal Yourself Post-Abuse
17 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week Kyla Steele opens up about the abusive relationship that led her to help others in post-abuse recovery. She shares the trauma bond that keep...
How To Save While Living Your Life & The Best Big Investments
10 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
MONEYYYYY! 🤑 Yes, we're talking about that special M word this week. Morgan has on financial educator and author Anna Brading to talk about the 3Ms...
Understanding Your Body Through Integrative Health & Body Image Resilience
03 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
There's a delicate balance between feeling happy & healthy in our bodies while also acknowledging body image issues. This week, Morgan has on Cara...
Laura's Breast Cancer Story & Her Hardest Moments
24 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week's episode is a story of resilience and strength. Laura Slater is on sharing her breast cancer story from beginning to present moment. She op...
Online Dating With An Expert & Judging Our Dating App Profiles
17 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
One can't talk about dating in today's culture without addressing dating apps. Some people found their forever person on the apps, while others hate w...
Why Being Heliotropic Matters & Understanding Your Life Slogan
10 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Becoming heliotropic is something we should all hope to accomplish in our lifetimes. Dr. Harry Cohen, psychologist and author of the book Be The Sun N...
Finding a Job After “The Great Resignation” & Chasing Your Dreams
03 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A hot topic on social media lately has been all about jobs. Whether it's people looking for a new job, being laid off, or overall job satisfaction. Mo...
Preventing Environmental Cancers & Tori's Cancer Story
27 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Approximately 40.5% of men & women will be diagnosed with cancer at some point during their lifetime. Everyone knows someone who has been impacted...
The Homeless Animal Crisis & How To Make A Difference
20 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
One of Morgan's first loves: animals. She's been waiting for the perfect time to do an episode that was all about homeless animals and with all of the...
Going From a Bad Relationship to True Love & Breaking off Engagements
13 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We went through a series of highs and lows in this episode all in the space of relationships and finding that forever person so whether you are single...
Actor Jesse Hutch on Drowning & His Journey to Acting
06 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Morgan sits down with actor Jesse Hutch as his new movie Homestead hits theaters. But his acting skills are just one of the interesting things about h...
Morgan & Julia Cole Have Their 'Emily In Paris' Moment
30 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Morgan finally took the leap of faith and booked a trip to Europe with her best friend Julia Cole. They share stories of their time in Brussels, Belgi...
Listener Stories of Struggles This Holiday Season
23 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It may be a time that is often filled with lights, joy, bright colors, and presents... but for some people that isn't the case. I am a huge fan of Chr...
Career Changes, Predicting an Engagement & Protecting Our Mental Health
16 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you've been a Bobby Bones Show listener than you may remember this week's guest, Hillary Borden! She is one of Morgan's best friends, so they sat d...
Nicolle Galyon & Logan Mize: The Road to Nashville From Kansas
09 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The KANSAS KIDS episode! Morgan is from Wichita, Kansas and when she was 23-years-old she moved away from the only place and people she ever knew to c...
The Importance of Men's Mental Health & Recognizing The Gaps
02 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With November being Men's Mental Health Awareness month, Morgan was reminded the lack of resources and information out there for men wanting to seek h...
Morgan's Parents On Her Childhood & Raising 4 Daughters
25 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Thanksgiving week means family time! Morgan thought this would be a great time to bring on her parents to talk all about her childhood. She asked them...
Morgan's Old Teacher On Bullying Situation That Changed Both Of Their Lives
18 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A very personal episode this week for Morgan. One of her favorite high school teachers Mrs. Manning comes on the episode as the guest AND expert. Mrs....
Attachment Theory & Finding The Right Partner For You
11 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Morgan wants to bring hope to those in relationships and those who are dating! First, Psychologist Dr. Morgan Anderson is on talking about ...
Redefining The Flirt & The Importance of Human Connection
04 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Humans have a deep desire for connection, but connecting? Not so easy. The Flirt Coach Benjamin Camras shares how he's redefining "the flirt" and yes ...
Empaths, Intuition & Aura Readings with Psychic Bestie Zoey
28 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In honor of Halloween week, Morgan brought on psychic bestie Zoey Greco. They talked about empaths and why their essence is so important not only to t...
Working Through Grief With The Help of Music & EDMR
21 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's time to feel our feelings friends. This episode is a special one... all about grief. First, Morgan brought on psychotherapist Paige to share how ...
How Nutrition Impacts Our Bodies & Holistic Ways We Can Heal
14 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
After focusing on our mental health and matters of the heart for multiple episodes, Morgan brings on Holistic Nutritionist Grace Terrell to help us un...
The Anxiety Alarm Happening in Your Body & Working Through It in Real Life
07 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
ANXIETY SPECIAL! After watching Inside Out 2 and my own personal experience with anxiety, I decided we should dedicate a complete episode to anxiety. ...
How to Know You’re Ready to Date, Bad Dating Stories, & Recovering From Heartbreak
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Morgan has on two things a lot of us single people need... a relationship coach and a friend! First up is relationship coach Eros Miranda t...
How Childhood Trauma Impacts Us in Adulthood
23 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
happy monday! Morgan first brings on Therapist Dr. Amy Tran to talk about childhood trauma and how it impacts us in adulthood. Also, they discuss thin...
Making Friends as an Adult & Sustaining Friendships When Life Gets Busy
16 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
happy monday! Morgan first brings on friendship coach Danielle Bayard Jackson to share her expertise in how to make friends as an adult. Plus, how to ...
Finding Direction & a Fulfilling Career While Chasing Your Dreams
09 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
happy monday! Morgan brings on two special guests this week to talk all about careers. First up, career coach Ashley Stahl shares the best way to disc...
Public Heartbreak & Understanding Our Broken Hearts
02 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
happy monday! This is a special heartbreak episode that was not planned, but definitely necessary. Morgan's good friend and country artist Julia Cole ...
Becoming a Conscious Creator of Your Life & Stepping Into Your Highest Self
26 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
HI FRIENDS! Morgan brings on writer, speaker, and thought leader Kristina Licare. She helps people become a conscious creator of their lives by unlock...
Hitting Rock Bottom to Becoming an Olympic Medalist & Adaptive Athletes
19 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
HAPPY MONDAY! Morgan brings on two guests this week. First she interviews five-time Olympic gold medalist and multiple world record-holder in the spor...
Rewire & Rise: Neuroscience, Strength, and Survival
12 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Morgan brings on two guests this week. First she interviews neuroscientist Nicole Vignola. Nicole shares how to keep your brain healthy, and how to ch...
Two Things Can Be True, Stepping Into Love, & Dealing With Bullies
05 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Morgan brings on two guests this week. First is professor and therapist Dr. Alexandra Solomon, who has been studying relationships for over two decade...
Pivotal Life Moments & 'Legally Blonde' Was Right
29 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Morgan interviews Amanda E. White, LPC, the founder of Therapy For Women Center and known as the "retired party girl." Morgan and Amanda discuss how t...
Introducing: Take This Personally with Morgan Huelsman
22 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Honest Conversations with Experts & Friends, helping us all feel less alone. We’re all trying to be the best versions of ourselves but navigatin...