The Jinger & Jeremy Podcast

• Playing Zander on General Hospital, Carly Jean LA, & Raising 4 Kids: Chad & Carly Brannon

  You might remember Chad Brannon as “Zander Smith” from General Hospital, but there’s a lot more to his story. In this episode, Chad and his wife Carly—founder of the popular clothing brand Carly Jean Los Angeles—share how their lives took unexpected turns: from soap opera fame to building a business, raising four kids, and staying grounded in their Christian faith. We talk about Carly’s early days thrifting and dreaming up CJLA, Chad’s journey through Hollywood and into ministry, and how they’ve learned to pursue what matters most in the middle of life’s chaos. Whether you’re navigating career shifts, parenting young kids, or wondering how to live with purpose in a busy world, this episode is full of encouragement, honesty, and inspiration. Oh, and you NEED to check out carlyjeanlosangeles.com for some incredible fashion that is AFFORDABLE! EVERY PLATE: What are you waiting for? Dig into these flavor-packed meals your household will love. New customers can enjoy this special offer of only $1.99 a meal. Go to www.everyplate.com/podcast and use code JINGER199 to get started. Applied as discount on first box, limited time only. TAKELEAN: Lean was created by a doctor and university researcher to target the goals of GLP1's, but without the injections. The studied ingredients in Lean have been shown to lower blood sugar, radically reduce appetite, and burn fat by converting it into energy.  Let’s get you started with 20% off! Just use code JINGER20 at takelean.com   00:00:00 - Introduction 00:05:26 - Chad's Acting Career & Faith Journey 00:14:27 - Carly's Background & CJLA Origin 00:15:22 - Carly's Early Interest in Fashion & Thrifting 00:16:08 - Carly's Early Business Ventures 00:16:28 - Opening of Carly Jean Store 00:16:43 - Carly's Love for Thrifting 00:18:59 - Carly & Chad's Love Story 00:26:26 - Carly's Faith Journey 00:30:46 - Chad & Carly's Pursuit of Faith & Accountability 00:31:32 - Chad's Involvement in Church & Christian Ministry 00:32:09 - Chad & Carly's Relationship & Commitment 00:33:15 - Importance of Community & Integrity in Relationships 00:38:12 - Balancing Business Success & Church Commitments 00:43:17 - Chad & Carly's Journey to Parenthood 00:45:46 - Chad & Carly's Early Marriage & Faith 00:47:05 - Carly's Thrifting & Sourcing Journey 00:49:19 - Carly's Unique Taste & Style 00:50:38 - Carly's Transition to Sourcing Own Stuff 00:50:59 - Carly's Philosophy on Timeless Style 00:53:19 - CJLA's Community Impact & Donations 00:55:52 - Carly Jean Los Angeles (CJLA) Experience 00:59:52 - Conclusion & Reflections Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Money, Jesus, and the Good Life: A Better Way to Think About Wealth

  Money isn’t just about dollars and cents—it reveals where our hearts are. In this episode, we talk about our own financial stories, tackle misconceptions Christians often have about money, and walk through what the Bible actually teaches. From coffee runs and vacation budgets to God's provision and eternal perspective, we wrestle with what it looks like to steward money wisely and generously in a materialistic world. Whether you’re frugal, free-spending, or somewhere in between, this conversation will challenge and encourage you. COZY EARTH: Luxury Shouldn’t Be Out of Reach. Visit ⁠www.CozyEarth.com/jinger⁠ and use my exclusive code JINGER for 40% off best-selling sheets, towels, pajamas, and more. Brooklyn Bedding has been around for over 25 years, known for top-of-the-line comfort and quality without the luxury price tag. Go to brooklynbedding.com and use my promo code JINGER at checkout to get 30% off sitewide. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Ben & Jessa: 10 Years of Marriage & 6 Kids

  In this honest and lighthearted conversation, Ben and Jessa (Duggar) Seewald sit down with us to talk about how their relationship began, how they navigated the challenges of a public romance, and what 10 years of marriage has taught them. From Ben’s teenage strategy to win Jessa’s heart (and earn a driver’s license), to their first impressions, family reactions, and life as parents of six—this episode is full of laughter, reflection, and heartfelt moments. Whether you're curious about their beginnings, how they handled the pressure of reality TV, or what keeps them grounded today—this one’s for you. AVA: Ava is a credit-building app that makes it super simple to improve your credit FAST, so you can get better rates on loans, pay off debt faster, and keep more money in your pocket. Download the Ava app today, and when you join using my promo code JINGER, you’ll get your first month FREE! This offer is only for our listeners! https://www.meetava.com/ ZocDoc: Stop putting off those doctors appointments and go to www.Zocdoc.com/JINGER to find and instantly book a top-rated doctor today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• "14 Children and Pregnant Again": Jinger Reacts to the First Duggar Show

  In this nostalgic (and surprising) episode, Jinger sits down to watch and react to the very first Duggar family TV special ever aired: 14 Children and Pregnant Again. This is where it all began. She shares honest reflections, laughs, cringes, and heartfelt memories as she sees her younger self on screen—and remembers what life was really like behind the scenes. From matching outfits to Jackson's birth to moving homes, Jinger opens up about how it felt to grow up in front of the world, and how her perspective has changed since those early days. COZY EARTH: Luxury Shouldn’t Be Out of Reach. Visit www.CozyEarth.com/jinger and use my exclusive code JINGER for 40% off best-selling sheets, towels, pajamas, and more. EVERY PLATE: What are you waiting for? Dig into these flavor-packed meals your household will love. New customers can enjoy this special offer of only $1.99 a meal. Go to www.everyplate.com/podcast and use code JINGER199 to get started. Applied as discount on first box, limited time only. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Was Any Of It Real? Navigating Public Persona vs. Private Reality

  This week, we’re taking you behind the scenes of life on reality TV—what it was really like to grow up with cameras always watching. Jinger opens up about the difference between who she was on-screen and who she was off it, how it shaped her friendships, her faith, and even her identity. Was it fake? Did she ever act like she was being filmed even when she wasn’t? And how has God helped her navigate the long journey toward authenticity and freedom? The Jinger & Jeremy Podcast is brought to you by these incredible sponsors: DeleteMe: DeleteMe makes it easy, quick, and safe to remove your personal data online at a time when surveillance and data breaches are common enough to make everyone vulnerable. Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you text JINGER to 64000. LEAN:  The studied ingredients in LEAN have been shown to lower blood sugar, radically reduce appetite, and burn fat by converting it into energy. LET'S GET YOU STARTED WITH 20% OFF. JUST USE CODE JINGER20 AT https://takelean.com/. Ava Financial: Ava is a credit-building app that makes it super simple to improve your credit FAST, so you can get better rates on loans, pay off debt faster, and keep more money in your pocket. Download the Ava app today, and when you join using our promo code JINGER, you’ll get your first month FREE! This offer is only for our listeners. https://www.meetava.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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