The Dirty Heifers
Episodes
Episode 67: The "Messy Middle": Why You Don't Recognize Yourself Anymore
02 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Running a business changes your bank account and your schedule—but nobody warns you about how much it changes you.In this episode, we’re peeling b...
Episode 66: The "Gurus" Are Wrong: Dismantling the Worst Small Business Advice
26 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ever feel like you're following every piece of small business advice on TikTok but getting nowhere? In Episode 66 of the Dirty Heifers Podcast, Margar...
Episode 65: Is Your Soap Legally a Drug? (What the FDA Doesn't Want You to Say)
19 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Are you accidentally turning your handcrafted soap into an illegal drug? In today’s episode of the Dirty Heifers Podcast, Margaret, Jessie, and Shau...
Episode 64: Heifer Huddle
13 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to the Dirty Heifers podcast for a "Heifer Huddle"—where things get real, raw, and a little bit chaotic. This week, the heifers are div...
Episode 62: Your Reputation is CURRENCY: How to Build (and Not Destroy) Your Brand 💸
05 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Your reputation is the only thing people see before they ever buy your product—and in 2026, it's more fragile than ever. In this episode, Margaret, ...
Episode 61: Heifer Huddle: Wins, Woes & What’s Warshin'
26 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Is this the most honest small business episode we’ve ever recorded?Welcome to our very first official Heifer Huddle: Wins, Woes & What’s Warsh...
Episode 60: "My Competition is Unilever" — Scaling a Rugged Soap Brand with Redneck Engineering
19 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when you outgrow your kitchen… but you’re not quite ready for a warehouse?In this episode of The Dirty Heifers Podcast, we sit down w...
Episode 59: Shopify Hacked & HSCG Cancelled: Is the Maker Community in Trouble?
12 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when the pillar of your industry vanishes overnight? In this heavy-hitting episode, Margaret, Jesse, and Shauna dive into the shocking ca...
Episode 58: Nothing Day, Everything Talk: Maker Life, Platform Burnout, Snowstorms & Soapy Superpowers
05 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 58 of The Dirty Heifers Podcast, a “nothing day” turns into a whole lot of everything. The Heifers dive into real-life maker chaos — ...
Episode 57: Don’t Get Sued! A Maker’s Guide to ADA Website Compliance with Cindy Collins
29 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Sign the petition here: https://www.change.org/p/stop-frivolous-ada-lawsuits-targeting-e-commerce-small-businessesIn this episode of the Dirty Heifers...
Episode 56: Negligence vs. Learning Curve: Why Good Business Practices Aren’t A "Vibe"
28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Dirty Heifers Podcast, we’re tackling the uncomfortable truth about what happens when "bare minimum" standards aren't met. In...
Episode 55: Stop Waiting for Perfect: Why "Ready" is a Myth (And How to Start Anyway)
15 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Are you waiting for the "right time" to launch your dream? Spoiler alert: the right time is never coming. In Episode 55, Margaret, Shauna, and Jessie ...
Why We Don’t Do Resolutions (But Still Have Big Plans) 🐮 Dirty Heifers Podcast
08 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Hook: Is it "Circumspection" or... something else? 😬 Welcome back to the Dirty Heifers Podcast! In this episode, Margaret, Jesse (the Mini Heifer),...
One Year of Dirty Heifers: Guests, Growth, Imposter Syndrome & Total Chaos
01 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We can’t believe we’re saying this… but the Dirty Heifers Podcast just wrapped up our first full year 🎉🐄In this special year-in-review epi...
Is Die Hard a Christmas Movie?! | Christmas Movie Hot Takes, Gremlins, Elf & Holiday Chaos
25 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is Die Hard really a Christmas movie… or are we all just fighting for sport at this point? 🎄🔥In this festive, unhinged episode of The Dirty He...
Pulchritudinous Problems: Why Soap Makers Start Valentine’s Day Way Too Early
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Valentine’s Day might look cute on Instagram — but behind the scenes? It’s cure time math, shipping stress, pink mica chaos, and customers who t...
Episode 50: The Episode About Absolutely Nothing (and Somehow Everything) | Dirty Heifers Podcast
11 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight on the Dirty Heifers Podcast, Margaret, Jessie, and Shauna dive into… absolutely nothing. No outline. No topic. No sponsor. Just three small...
Episode 49: Social Media Shop Integration Nightmares: Meta, TikTok & Small Business Tech Chaos
04 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Integrating your online shop with social media sounds easy… until Meta sends you into a loop of missing product errors, your Facebook shop disappear...
Episode 48: Reacting to INSANE Thanksgiving 5-Minute Crafts 😂 (Doilies Should Be Illegal)
27 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to The Dirty Heifers Podcast — and buckle up, because today we are diving head-first into the chaotic world of Thanksgiving-themed 5 Mi...
Episode 47:Tax Season Tantrums & Small Biz Chaos | Dirty Heifers Get Your Books Together!
20 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to The Dirty Heifers Podcast, where your favorite chaotic barnyard business besties — Margaret, Jessie, and Shauna — tackle the one t...
Episode 46: Hobby to Hustle to Hell: When Your Passion Starts Feeling Like a Chore
13 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Dirty Heifers Podcast, the Heifers get real about what happens when your hobby turns into a hustle—and then straight into bur...
Episode 45: Scroll Therapy: The Heifers Review Happy Soul Soap & Candle Co
06 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, the Dirty Heifers roll up their sleeves and dig into the digital dirt — giving real, unfiltered feedback to Happy Soul Soap & Candle ...
Heifers React to Fall Soap Creations | Halloween Soap Reactions & Heifers’ Choice Awards
30 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It’s officially spooky season, y’all — and the Dirty Heifers are showing up in full costume! 🐮🎃In this chaotic and hilarious episode, Marg...
No Plan, No Problem: The Heifers Go Off Script
23 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this unscripted episode of The Dirty Heifers Podcast, the heifers go completely off the rails — from talking gumbo and gator meat to diving deep ...
🎙️ Episode 42: Don’t Feed the Trolls — Handling Hate Online
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Dirty Heifers podcast, the hosts get real about dealing with online trolls, hate comments, and unsolicited criticism. From the ...
Burnt Out & Soap’d Out: Surviving Seasonal Slumps
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Dirty Heifers Podcast, we’re talking all about seasonal burnout — you know, that crash-and-burn feeling after the holiday h...
Episode 40:The Soap Purity Police Are Out Again…
02 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 40 of The Dirty Heifers Podcast, we’re calling out the “soap purity police” and diving into the drama of gatekeeping in the soap-maki...
Episode 39:What We Wish New Soap Makers Knew
25 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week the heifers are getting nerdy, goofy, and a little soapy. 🧼 From family chaos to pop culture tangents, we’re sharing the lessons we’v...
Episode 38:Makers Supporting Makers: Community Over Competition
18 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Dirty Heifers Podcast, Margaret, Jessie, and Shauna get real about the world of networking, small business community, and maker...
Episode 37: Understanding Fragrance with AFI
11 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Dirty Heifers Podcast, Margaret, Jessie, and Shauna sit down with the fabulous Isabele (“Izzie”) Vezeau from Aromatic Fragr...
Episode 36:The Customer is Not Always Right
04 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the Dirty Heifers Podcast, we’re calling BS on one of the oldest business myths out there: “the customer is always right.” 🙄Spoi...
🎙️ Episode 35: The Muthership Has Landed: Social Media Secrets with Helen Polise
28 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What does it take to truly connect with an audience online—and keep them coming back? In this episode of The Dirty Heifers Podcast, we sit down with...
Episode 34:Christmas in August: Holiday Prep for Soapmakers & Small Biz
21 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Dirty Heifers podcast, Margaret, Jessie, and Shauna tackle the most “wonderful” time of the year for small business owners ...
Episode 33: Tools, Tech & Self-Care for Small Biz Owners 😂🐄 | Dirty Heifers Podcast
14 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It’s episode 33, y’all, and we’re talking all the essentials for small business owners — from tools and tech that actually make your life easi...
Episode 32:AI for Makers: Helpful Tool or Digital Overload?
07 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Summary In this episode of the Dirty Heifers podcast, hosts Margaret, Shauna, and Jessie delve into the multifaceted role of AI in small businesses, p...
Episode 31: A Show About Nothing (and everything)
05 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
SummaryIn this episode of the Dirty Heifers podcast, the hosts engage in a light-hearted conversation filled with humor, personal anecdotes, and insig...
Episode 31: A Show About Nothiing (and Everything)
31 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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Episode 30: Wrapped with Intention: The Power of Packaging
24 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
SummaryIn this episode of the Dirty Heifers podcast, the hosts delve into the multifaceted world of packaging for small businesses. They discuss the c...
Episode 29: Our Favorite Editing Apps
17 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
🎬 Ready to level up your content game? In this episode of The Dirty Heifers podcast, Margaret, Shauna, and Jessie pull back the curtain on the wild...
Episode 28:Charity & Business: Doing Good Without Feeling Onerous
10 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
SummaryIn this episode of the Dirty Heifers Podcast, hosts Margaret, Jessie, and Shauna discuss the significance of giving back as small business owne...
Episode 27:The Downtime Grind: Making the Most of the Slow Season
03 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
SummaryIn this episode of the Dirty Heifers podcast, the hosts discuss the challenges and opportunities that come with the slow season for small busin...
Episode 26: From Eczema to Amazon: Jeri Anne’s Journey with Southern Natural
26 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
SummaryIn this episode of the Dirty Heifers podcast, host Margaret Connor and co-hosts Jessie and Shauna welcome Jeri Anne Huffstutler, the founder of...
Episode 25:Hot Mess Harmony: Balancing Family, Business, and Barking Dogs
19 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
SummaryIn this episode of Dirty Heifers, hosts Margaret and Shauna discuss the challenges of balancing family life and business. They explore the illu...
Episode 24: You Want Me to Make What? Handling Customer Requests Without Losing Your Mind
12 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
SummaryIn this episode of the Dirty Heifers podcast, hosts Margaret, Shauna, and Jessie dive into the world of customer requests in the soap-making bu...
Episode 23: Domain and Conquer: Website Hosting for Makers, Shakers & Soap Slingers
05 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to another episode of The Dirty Heifers Podcast, where your favorite trio of makers tackles the nitty-gritty of running a small business in a ...
Episode 22: From Sawdust to Soap Dishes: Building a Handmade Empire with Howells Products
29 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
SummaryIn this episode of the Dirty Heifers podcast, hosts Margaret, Shauna, and Jessie engage with Chris and Jonathan from Howell's Products, explori...
Episode 21: From Kitchen Candles to TikTok Triumphs
22 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
SummaryIn this episode of the Dirty Heifers podcast, hosts Margaret, Jessie, and Shauna welcome Jessica Simon from Mississippi Candle Company. Jessica...
Episode 20: No One Talks About This Part- The Lonely Side Of Being A Small Business Owner
15 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
SummaryIn this episode of the Dirty Heifers Podcast, the hosts delve into the often-overlooked emotional challenges faced by small business owners. Th...
Episode 19:What’s It Worth? The Art and Strategy of Pricing Your Products
08 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
SummaryIn this episode of the Dirty Heifers podcast, the hosts dive deep into the complexities of pricing for handmade businesses. They discuss the im...
Episode 18-Soap for the Soul: Suds, Sass, and Giving Back With Kitty from Dichotomy Creations
01 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
SummaryIn this episode of the Dirty Heifers podcast, hosts Margaret, Jessie, and Shawna welcome Kitty from Dichotomy Creations to discuss the Soap Don...
Episode 17:The Business of Bulk: Wholesale for Makers
24 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
SummaryIn this episode of the Dirty Heifers podcast, the hosts dive into the world of wholesaling for small businesses, discussing their personal expe...
Episode 16- Imposter Syndrome: The Heifers Get Real
17 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
SummaryIn this episode of the Dirty Heifers podcast, hosts Margaret, Jessie, and Shauna delve into the pervasive issue of imposter syndrome that many ...
Episode 15:The Power of Teaching: Growing Your Brand Through Workshops With Chen Narens
10 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
SummaryIn this episode of the Dirty Heifers podcast, hosts Margaret, Jessie, and Shauna welcome Chen Narrens, a successful entrepreneur who transforme...
Episode 14-Tools, Tricks, and Tutelage: Navigating Equipment & Supplier Successes (and Fails)
03 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
SummaryIn this episode of the Dirty Heifers podcast, the hosts discuss the challenges and experiences of small business owners, particularly focusing ...
Episode 13-Scaling Up Without Burning Out: Growing Your Business the Smart Way
27 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
SummaryIn this episode of the Dirty Heifers podcast, hosts Margaret, Jessie, and Shauna discuss the complexities of scaling up a soap-making business....
Episode 12: Slimy Sales Tactics: Don’t Be That Person
20 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
SummaryIn this episode of the Dirty Heifers podcast, the hosts discuss various slimy sales techniques that small business owners encounter and sometim...
Episode 11: Craft Fairs: More Than Just a Booth – Selling, Branding & Surviving the Chaos
13 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
SummaryIn this episode of the Dirty Heifers podcast, hosts Margaret and Jessie discuss the ins and outs of participating in craft fairs. They share pe...
Episode 10: Dealing with Copycats - How to Handle Intellectual Theft Professionally
06 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
SummaryIn this episode of the Dirty Heifers podcast, hosts Margaret, Jessie, and Shauna discuss the challenges of intellectual property in small busin...
Episode 9: Building a Brand: The Power of Logos, Packaging, and a Cohesive Image
27 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
SummaryIn this episode of the Dirty Heifers podcast, the hosts delve into the critical role of branding in business. They discuss personal stories beh...
Episode 8: From Horror to Heart—An Inside Look at Winston and Walter with July Mak
20 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
SummaryIn this episode of the Dirty Heifers podcast, hosts Margaret, Jessie, and Shauna welcome July Mack, the founder of Winston and Walter Artisanal...
Episode 7:Breaking Barriers: How Gatekeeping Impacts Creativity and Small Business
13 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
SummaryIn this episode of the Dirty Heifers podcast, hosts Margaret, Jessie, and Shauna delve into the concept of gatekeeping within small business co...
Episode 6: Hot vs. Cold vs. Melt: Soap Making Methods Explained for Crafters and Businesses
06 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
SummaryIn this episode of the Dirty Heifers podcast, hosts Margaret, Jesse, and Shauna delve into the various methods of soap making, including hot pr...
Episode 5: Soap Fails and Business Blunders: When Things Go Wrong
30 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
SummaryIn this episode of the Dirty Heifers podcast, hosts Margaret, Shauna, and Jessie share their most memorable business and soap-making failures. ...
Episode 4: Current Trends
23 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
SummaryIn this conversation, the hosts discuss current trends in business practices, focusing on the implications of the Beneficial Ownership Informat...
Episode 3: Starting From Scratch: How We Built Our Businesses
16 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
SummaryIn this engaging conversation, the hosts share their personal journeys of starting businesses from scratch, focusing on soap making and the cha...
Episode 2: The TikTok Ban and What It Means For Small Businesses
09 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
SummaryIn this episode of the Dirty Heifers podcast, hosts Margaret, Jessie, and Shauna discuss the potential TikTok ban and its implications for smal...
Episode 1: Meet The Dirty Heifers: Suds, Stories, and Small Business
02 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
SummaryIn this episode of the Dirty Heifers podcast, hosts Margaret, Jessie, and Shauna share their unique journeys into the world of soap making. The...
Why We Call Ourselves The Dirty Heifers
27 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Just a quick intro as to where we got our name.