Denim and Pearls

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Oct 2026

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The Denim and Pearls podcast is “Business Casual with Pearls of Wisdom from The Porch”. Michelle Mras and Brian Swanson welcome you to the Porch each week to share their experiences in a work / life balance format. They share the nuances of entrepreneurship while relating them to day-to-day life with real life examples and experiences. This fun podcast brings you laughter while covering serious topics that can help anyone grow in their life and business.

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October 9, 2026Episode 27122 min

You Think You Got Superpowers - Inspector Gadget 271

You Think You Got Superpowers - Inspector Gadget 271 What if you could have any superpower you wanted, but it came with one ridiculous limitation? Brian and Dr. Michelle take on flying, teleportation, invisibility, mind reading, healing, Spider-Man, Superman, the Wonder Twins and a few powers that probably shouldn’t exist. This one gets silly, and that’s the point. Life doesn’t always need to be taken so seriously. Pick your superpower. Then decide: What’s the catch?

October 2, 2026Episode 27016 min

Why Is It So Hard to Follow Your Own Advice? - Junk Food Junkie 270

We’re great at telling other people what they should do. Then the same problem shows up in our own lives and suddenly that brilliant advice gets a lot harder to follow. In Episode 270, we talk Oreos, Dr. Pepper, relationships, business, guilty pleasures and what happens when “do as I say, not as I do” catches up with us. When you’re stuck, try asking yourself: What would I tell someone else to do? Watch the full episode, then tell us: What advice do you give other people that you need to follow yourself? #DenimAndPearls #FollowYourOwnAdvice #BeYourOwnBestClient #PersonalGrowth #Podcast

September 22, 2026Episode 26917 min

Certainty or Growth, Chose One - You May Be Wrong But You May Be Right 269

Certainty or Growth, Chose One - You May Be Wrong But You May Be Right 269 When was the last time you questioned yourself? If you're certain about things in your life, you're not asking questions and growing. Maybe it's time to grow! #denimandpearlslive #michellemras #brianswanson #podcast #keynotespeaker #tgoodintentions #certainty #youmaybewrongor mayberight #ep269

September 11, 2026Episode 26818 min

You'll Never Know - You Oughta Know 268

You’ll never know. Who smiled because they remembered you. Who needed the kindness you gave them. Who felt better just because you walked into the room. Or who defended you when you weren’t there. We affect people every single day—usually without ever knowing it. So the question might not be, “Did I make a difference?” Maybe it’s… “What kind of difference did I make?” Denim & Pearls — business casual with pearls of wisdom from the porch. #DenimAndPearls #YouNeverKnow #MakeADifference #KindnessMatters #LifeLessons #PositiveImpact #PearlsOfWisdom #Podcast

September 4, 2026Episode 26724 min

Dear Mom & Dad - Baby Girl 267

You’re already leaving a legacy. The question is… what will it be? It’s not just money. It’s the stories you tell. The traditions you keep. The time you give. The things your kids remember—and maybe the sound of your voice long after you’re gone. This week on Denim & Pearls, we’re talking about the little things we do today that may mean everything tomorrow. What do you want people to remember about you? #DenimAndPearls #Legacy #FamilyLegacy #LifeLessons #CoreValues #PersonalGrowth #PearlsOfWisdom #Podcast

August 21, 2026Episode 26625 min

So... You Wanna Be a Big Shot? — Big Time 266

So... You Wanna Be a Big Shot? — Big Time Everybody wants to make it “big.” Okay...define big. Is it money? Followers? Influence? Impact? A really nice yacht you use twice a year?This week on Denim & Pearls, Big Time by Peter Gabriel gets us talking about AI, technology, success, money, and why somebody else’s definition of “making it” probably shouldn’t be yours.And somewhere in there, AI showed up—because apparently it’s going to make us all more productive, replace us, make Michelle 5'7", or possibly all three.So, Porch People: when will YOU know you've made it?Join Brian Swanson and Dr. Michelle Mras for Denim & Pearls — Business Casual with Pearls of Wisdom from the Porch.#DenimAndPearls #BigTime #Podcast #Success #AI #PearlsOfWisdom

August 14, 2026Episode 26518 min

What's Important? - Nobody Gives a Damn 265

What's Important? - Nobody Gives a Damn 265Life is important, business is important, relationships are important. But does anybody else really care? That's what's happening here today. So tune in to find out what's important. #denimandpearlslive #michellemras #brianswanson #podcast #keynotespeaker #tgoodintentions #whatsimportant #ep265

August 7, 2026Episode 26420 min

Indifference 264

Indifference 264 It's one of those days, isn't it! Between partners (business or otherwise) sometimes we end up on the same mood. Sometimes it's both on a go get 'em high, other times it's about apathy. #denimandpearlslive #michellemras #brianswanson #podcast #keynotespeaker #tgoodintentions #indifference #ep264

July 31, 2026Episode 26315 min

Dog Days of Summer 263

Dog Days of Summer 263We're going back down memory. Remember the days you spent outside. Garden hose, swimming pool, cut grass, you know.... #denimandpearlslive #michellemras #brianswanson #podcast #keynotespeaker #tgoodintentions #dogdaysofsummer #ep263

July 31, 2026Episode 26237 min

Gasoline 262

Gasoline 262How do you react to those who may criticize you? Do you deserve to be part of the 1%, or do you even want to?We cover a series of attitude adjustments you may need. #denimandpearlslive #michellemras #brianswanson #podcast #keynotespeaker #tgoodintentions #LivinOnAPrayer #prayer #ep262

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