Studio 5
Every woman needs a studio – a place to think, plan, create, and dream. That’s what we hope to offer on Studio 5, where our goal is to help you live happily.
Join host Brooke Walker as she pulls in the very best experts, tastemakers, and girlfriends for heart-to-heart chats that will improve your home, strengthen your relationships, and enhance your life.
Most Recent Episode
Get excited for your friends' successes! Natalie Hill Jensen shares what's on her mind
Good girl talk is more than just talk. When we really share, woman to woman, those exchanges have the ability to shape us, change us, and push us forward. So essentially, you could argue, good girl talk is about growth. It's a truth at the center of our series, On My Mind, where we invite women you know, love, and admire to crack it open and share whatever thought is ruminating in their mind and their heart.
Natalie Hill Jensen thrives on connection. We first got to know Natalie through her blog, “Mormon in Manhattan,” an online journal of her dating adventures while she was living a glittery New York life and Broadway career. She’s an actress, and her most recent film project, “Sweet on You,” was our rom-com fix of 2023.
As her husband Alex took a new position with the Dallas, Mavericks, she embraced a line on her resume: “Dallas housewife. That’s a compliment. I’m loving it. I’m honored. I love Dallas.”
Read more here: https://studio5.ksl.com/excited-friends-successes-natalie-hill-jensen/
More Episodes
Don't wait for the flow state. How you can achieve this state of balance intentionally
You know those magical moments when everything else in life fades away, and it's just you and the task at hand? You're so dialed in on a project or a moment that you lose track of time and think of nothing else. It's called the flow state, and it has some pretty serious health benefits.
According to the website, Very Well Mind, the flow state “is associated with increased happiness, higher intrinsic motivation, greater creativity, better emotional regulation, among a long list of other positive effects.”
Dr. Allison Mangrum shared how to start incorporating this flow state into your weekly, or even daily routine. She believes you don’t have to wait for it to happen- you can make it happen!
Find more advice from Allison at meditatewithalli.com.
Read more here: https://studio5.ksl.com/dont-wait-flow-state-achieve-balance-intentially/
Bring intention to your friendships. 4 things and intentional friend does
It’s the friends who remember, and the friends who notice. It’s the girlfriends who follow up and encourage. They’re not just being kind, they’re being intentional. Intentional is a buzzword in our current conversation. We are reading it, we are hearing it... but we want to start living it.
Studio 5 Contributor Kelly Jensen shared her insights on how to be a more intentional friend.
Find more inspiration from Kelly on Instagram, @kellyejensen.
Read more here: https://studio5.ksl.com/intention-friendships-intentional-friend-does/
Two Utah College Students Founded a Clean Beauty Brand Now Available at Target
A couple of Utah college students - and sisters we might add - didn't like the messaging they were seeing in the beauty world. Add that to a passion for hair and something they call 'mental hygiene' and a clean beauty brand was born.
Sadie and Abby Bowler founded SadieB Personal Care with Sadie as CEO and Abby as President. Their products landed on Target shelves last week.
Shop the collection at sadieb.co.
Trying to expand your business? 5 lessons to learn from successful businesswomen
Starting or running a business is a challenging endeavor. However, many women are successfully doing it, whether they’re running a full-time business or starting a side hustle.
Melanie Jones, editor-in-chief of Utah Business Magazine, shares five ways to strengthen your brand. These solutions come from women in various positions, some are entrepreneurs who’ve started their own companies, while others are vice presidents at big corporations.
Read more about these women at utahbusiness.com.
Read a full write up here: https://studio5.ksl.com/expand-your-business-successful-businesswomen/
These 5 Must-Read Speeches From American History are Incredibly Impactful
In this presidential election year, we are reminded of the power of speeches. They are opportunities for leaders to express their values, inspire change, motivate, and rally.
As Boyd Matheson, host of KSL NewsRadio’s Inside Sources, reminds us, impactful speeches have been delivered throughout America’s past.
Read more here: https://studio5.ksl.com/5-must-read-speeches-from-american-history/
The Magic Yarn Project: How one woman sparked a movement bringing joy to kids with cancer
In September of 2018, a milestone was reached by the Magic Yarn Project - they made their 10,000th wig. These wigs, crafted with love and care, are made specially for children battling cancer. Fast forward six years, and they’ve continued to brighten thousands of children’s lives.
Holly Christensen, the creator of the Magic Yarn Project, shares the inspiration behind this project.
Read more here: https://studio5.ksl.com/the-magic-yarn-project-movement-joy-kids-cancer/
'Moms know how to get it done.' Nikki Haley talks family, politics, and faith
She was the first woman to serve as governor of South Carolina, an outspoken UN ambassador, and now a US Presidential candidate.
Nikki Haley stepped on to the Studio 5 set to talk about family, politics, and faith.
'Love is in the details.' 6 ways you can support men in your life through a struggle
So many men are struggling, but so few of them are asking for help. Studies show that nearly 80% of all men will experience a serious mental health issue in their life, but 50% of men say they feel embarrassed to open up about their mental health.
Jason Davies, a mental health advocate, shed light on this issue, and helped us understand ways we can better support the men in our life.
You can connect with Jason on Instagram @jasonmensmentalhealth for more insights and resources.
Read more here: https://studio5.ksl.com/mens-mental-health-support-men-in-life-struggle/
Find your emotional strength. Here are 5 things emotionally resilient people do
To feel happier, to communicate better, and to enhance your relationships, you need emotional resilience.
Studio 5 Relationship Contributor Dr. Matt Townsend shared five things emotionally resilient people do.
Sign up for Matt’s “Becoming One” workshop. Learn more at matttownsend.com.
Read more here: https://studio5.ksl.com/emotional-strength-5-things-emotionally-resilient/
Child rebelling? You might be parenting out of fear. Here are 5 ways to overcome it
Parenting is filled with love, joy, and, yes... worry. As parents, we often find ourselves worrying about our children’s safety and happiness. This worry stems from our deep love for them and our desire to protect them.
Studio 5 Parenting Contributor Heather Johnson says that when this worry turns into fear, it can have harmful effects on our parenting decisions and, ultimately, our children’s development.
Read more here: https://studio5.ksl.com/child-rebelling-parenting-out-of-fear-overcome/
Are We on the Verge of a Marriage Renaissance?
One journalist has found that despite discouraging numbers, the conversation about marriage is suddenly changing in positive ways.
Writer for the Desert News Mariya Manzhos explains.
You can find the full article on the Deseret News website.
You rest your body, now rest your soul. 5 strategies that will help you live life more fully
Many of us are constantly hustling, leaving our minds and bodies exhausted. According to therapist Tanisha Shedden, the remedy isn’t more sleep... it’s rest for our souls.
When your soul is nourished and well-rested, you’ll find yourself being more creative and intuitive. You’ll feel grounded and less anxious, allowing you to enjoy life more fully.
You can find more insights from Tanisha on Instagram @foundbytanisha and also at tanishashedden.com.
Read more here: https://studio5.ksl.com/rest-your-soul-strategies-live-life-more-fully/
Utah is hosting a presidential debate! 5 election year dates to mark on your calendar
It's an election year, and if you want to be more in tune with what's going on, we're making it very simple and easy to understand. From primaries to debates, knowing pivotal dates isn't just about politics, it's about empowering yourself to make choices.
Tricia Bunderson, with the Utah Civics Project, shares some important election year dates to mark on your calendars.
Find more political insights on Instagram, @utahcivicsproject.
Read more here: https://studio5.ksl.com/hosting-presidential-debate-election-year-dates/
'The more you give, the less you need.' Support a friend in hard times in 4 special ways
A good friend supports her friends in good times, but especially the bad. However, it’s not always easy to know exactly how to support a friend when they are going through something hard.
Kelly Jensen shares specific ways to help a friend who needs extra support.
Find more inspiration from Kelly on Instagram, @kellyejensen.
Read more here: https://studio5.ksl.com/more-give-less-need-support-a-friend-hard-times/
Passing on Your Passion: How this mother-daughter bond grew from finding a shared interest
It’s a special spot in a mother-daughter relationship when you find your commonalities align. Maybe it’s a hobby or an activity, or even a shared goal that unites you in a new phase of life.
Scrapbooking expert, Heidi Swapp, and her daughter, Quincy Glassey, talk about growing into their interests together. It was an injury that required help for Heidi to keep her projects and work going, and that is where Quincy stepped in. It became a bonding experience that both of them have come to appreciate.
Find more projects from Heidi at heidiswappshop.com, or follow on Instagram @heidiswapp.
'Disagree Better': First Lady Abby Cox shares 3 things she's currently thinking about
We are thrilled to introduce a brand-new series called “On My Mind.” The aim of this series is to unite us as women and remind us that regardless of who we are, we all have similar life experiences. Each month, we’ll invite a woman you admire to share what’s been on her mind lately, both professionally and personally. It’s the essence of a good girlfriend chat, where we exchange experiences and thoughts that bring us joy and push us to grow.
We’re starting at the top! Our first guest was the First Lady of Utah, Abby Cox.
Read more here: https://studio5.ksl.com/on-my-mind-abby-cox-things-thinking-about/
Never get defensive in a conversation. 4 communication behaviors to always avoid
We all want to be understood. To feel like the people closest to us see, validate, and love us. More importantly, we want to be that person for others.
In order to do so, Studio 5 Parenting Contributor Heather Johnson says there are four communication behaviors you must always avoid.
Read more here: https://studio5.ksl.com/never-get-defensive-communication-behaviors/
Ever wanted to laugh AND cry? Let yourself feel both emotions. Here's how...
You know those moments when you aren't sure if you should laugh or cry? Well, maybe you just need to do both.
Therapist Crystal Stewart says it's normal to feel two emotions at once, even though we often find ourselves wanting to pick one or the other. She gave us permission to feel it all.
Connect with Crystal at thehealinggroup.com.
Read more here: https://studio5.ksl.com/wanted-laugh-cry-feel-both-emotions-heres-how/
Build self-compassion by really knowing yourself. 4 ways to strengthen self-love
We all need self-compassion. We need to be kind, patient, and forgiving with ourselves, But how do we cultivate this self-compassion?
According to author and speaker Connie Sokol, it starts with truly knowing who we are.
Find more advice from Connie at conniesokol.com.
Read more here: https://studio5.ksl.com/build-self-compassion-knowing-yourself-self-love/
Be more present! Break compulsive phone habits with these 5 strategies
There aren't any notifications on your phone. No Instagram alerts, no phone call missed.... but you just have the urge. The urge to pick it up, check it out, maybe spend some minutes scrolling.
Emily Jones of Family Tech University calls it compulsive phone habits, and it's something both teens and adults can struggle with.
To learn more about Family Tech University and their work, you can visit their website at familytechuniversity.com or follow them on Instagram, @familytechuniversity, and Facebook.
Read more here: https://studio5.ksl.com/more-present-compulsive-phone-habits-strategies/
Turning Tragedy into Triumph: How a Utah Man is Making Every Day Count After Loss
We all face trials, and even tragedies, in our lives. However, some individuals possess a unique ability, a gift, to transform their sadness into something beautiful.
This is the story of 22-year-old Bronson Goodwin.
You can follow along on Instagram or TikTok @bronson.goodwin.
Read more here: https://studio5.ksl.com/tragedy-triumph-making-every-day-count-after-loss/
The Power of 'We': 4 ways a collective mindset builds strong communities
“Think we, not me.”
This is the mantra of Studio 5 contributor Shima Baughman, who believes that a collective mindset is what makes great leaders and ultimately builds strong communities.
Read more here: https://studio5.ksl.com/power-of-we-collective-mindset-build-community/
Take a break from all the chores! These are the 5 breaks all women should take
Self-improvement advice often revolves around the things we should start doing. However, there’s another side to this conversation - the things we should stop doing, or at least take a break from.
Lisa Andersen, host of the online community “Thriving Motherhood,” shares five breaks every woman needs.
Find more from Lisa on Instagram @thrivingmotherhood.
Read more here: https://studio5.ksl.com/take-a-break-chores-5-breaks-all-women-take/
'Support is cheering women on.' Bronwyn Newport on fashion, community, and reality TV
You've heard the phrase "passion for fashion." Bronwyn Newport embodies that from the inside out. You may have seen her fabulously outrageous outfits on the front row at a Jazz game, or on the frontlines of a community service project captured on Instagram.
Bronwyn is a woman with a big closet... and a big heart. We wanted to know more of her story.