What Are The Pickles For? Tue, 14 Jul 2026 08:00:01 -0400 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2620838 en-us © 2026 What Are The Pickles For? yes 64e68a26-2468-54a3-b463-0d0b374d0088 Kayla Bonger & Dana Smith episodic false The podcast where real estate meets real life. We’re a mother-daughter team sharing stories from business, family, faith, and all the unexpected moments in between.

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Kayla Bonger & Dana Smith https://storage.buzzsprout.com/xaennm74lm9k0gizz7q96quqq9vc?.jpg What Are The Pickles For? https://www.buzzsprout.com/2620838 What the Heck? What the Heck? This week we’re joined by sisters Audrey and Allie Heck—two incredible people who have been part of our lives for years. From growing up on the soccer field to navigating college and life’s biggest transitions, this conversation is full of laughter, perspective, and heart.

We talk about what it was like for Audrey to be a student at Indiana University during one of the most exciting seasons in school history, Allie’s journey after graduating from North High School, and how sports have shaped each of their lives. We also dive into coaching, the relationships that last long after the final whistle, and a life-changing moment their family faced that forever changed their perspective.

This episode is equal parts funny, meaningful, and inspiring—and we’re so grateful these two shared their story with us.

🎙️ Grab your favorite pickle and join us for another conversation that’s full of laughs, real life, and the moments that matter.




]]> This week we’re joined by sisters Audrey and Allie Heck—two incredible people who have been part of our lives for years. From growing up on the soccer field to navigating college and life’s biggest transitions, this conversation is full of laughter, perspective, and heart.

We talk about what it was like for Audrey to be a student at Indiana University during one of the most exciting seasons in school history, Allie’s journey after graduating from North High School, and how sports have shaped each of their lives. We also dive into coaching, the relationships that last long after the final whistle, and a life-changing moment their family faced that forever changed their perspective.

This episode is equal parts funny, meaningful, and inspiring—and we’re so grateful these two shared their story with us.

🎙️ Grab your favorite pickle and join us for another conversation that’s full of laughs, real life, and the moments that matter.




]]> Kayla Bonger & Dana Smith Buzzsprout-19488069 Tue, 14 Jul 2026 07:00:00 -0500 3028 full false My Neck, My Back My Neck, My Back This week, we're joined by Dr. Grant McCleary and Hannah McCleary from McCleary Chiropractic for a conversation that's equal parts educational and entertaining.

We dive into how they built their practice, what chiropractic care can (and can't) help with, common misconceptions, and why taking care of your body matters more than most people realize.

Of course, it wouldn't be What Are the Pickles For? without plenty of laughs, unexpected stories, and the kind of conversation that feels like hanging out with friends.

Whether you've been seeing a chiropractor for years or you've always been a little skeptical, this episode just might change the way you think about chiropractic care.

]]> This week, we're joined by Dr. Grant McCleary and Hannah McCleary from McCleary Chiropractic for a conversation that's equal parts educational and entertaining.

We dive into how they built their practice, what chiropractic care can (and can't) help with, common misconceptions, and why taking care of your body matters more than most people realize.

Of course, it wouldn't be What Are the Pickles For? without plenty of laughs, unexpected stories, and the kind of conversation that feels like hanging out with friends.

Whether you've been seeing a chiropractor for years or you've always been a little skeptical, this episode just might change the way you think about chiropractic care.

]]> Kayla Bonger & Dana Smith Buzzsprout-19404036 Tue, 07 Jul 2026 07:00:00 -0500 2822 full false She Loves An Awkward Silence She Loves An Awkward Silence She Loves an Awkward Silence isn't just a funny title—it's a pretty accurate description of Dana. 😅

This week, Kayla turns the tables and puts Dana in the hot seat. They talk about how Dana got into real estate, what shaped her as a leader, the lessons she's learned through the years, and why silence doesn't always need to be filled.

You'll hear stories you've probably never heard, laugh through plenty of awkward moments, and get a glimpse into the person behind the Dana Smith Team.

Whether you've known Dana for years or are just meeting her, this episode is full of honesty, humor, and a few surprises.

]]> She Loves an Awkward Silence isn't just a funny title—it's a pretty accurate description of Dana. 😅

This week, Kayla turns the tables and puts Dana in the hot seat. They talk about how Dana got into real estate, what shaped her as a leader, the lessons she's learned through the years, and why silence doesn't always need to be filled.

You'll hear stories you've probably never heard, laugh through plenty of awkward moments, and get a glimpse into the person behind the Dana Smith Team.

Whether you've known Dana for years or are just meeting her, this episode is full of honesty, humor, and a few surprises.

]]> Kayla Bonger & Dana Smith Buzzsprout-19403930 Tue, 30 Jun 2026 07:00:00 -0500 2685 full false For When Life Sucks For When Life Sucks What happens when a health coach gets tired of wellness trends, complicated routines, and all the "shoulds" that come with trying to feel better?

In this episode of What Are the Pickles For?, we sit down with Jaclyn Vukovich, founder of Sucker Society, the functional lollipop company proving that wellness doesn't have to be boring—or overwhelming. From stress and energy to gut health, Jaclyn shares how she turned a simple idea into a growing business built around helping people feel better in real life.

We talk entrepreneurship, health habits that actually stick, and why she's passionate about promoting wellness without all the wellness BS. Whether you're trying to manage stress, build healthier routines, or just survive the chaos of everyday life, this conversation is packed with practical wisdom, laughs, and a refreshing dose of honesty.

Because sometimes life sucks... and sometimes a sucker helps.

]]> What happens when a health coach gets tired of wellness trends, complicated routines, and all the "shoulds" that come with trying to feel better?

In this episode of What Are the Pickles For?, we sit down with Jaclyn Vukovich, founder of Sucker Society, the functional lollipop company proving that wellness doesn't have to be boring—or overwhelming. From stress and energy to gut health, Jaclyn shares how she turned a simple idea into a growing business built around helping people feel better in real life.

We talk entrepreneurship, health habits that actually stick, and why she's passionate about promoting wellness without all the wellness BS. Whether you're trying to manage stress, build healthier routines, or just survive the chaos of everyday life, this conversation is packed with practical wisdom, laughs, and a refreshing dose of honesty.

Because sometimes life sucks... and sometimes a sucker helps.

]]> Kayla Bonger & Dana Smith Buzzsprout-19387636 Tue, 23 Jun 2026 07:00:00 -0500 2149 full false She Pays For It All She Pays For It All This week, we're joined by "The Boys"—Austin Loveless and Conner Jarrell—for an episode full of laughs, stories, and probably more truth than anyone intended to share.

From how we all ended up working together to family life, team dynamics, and the running joke behind the title She Pays for It All, nothing is off limits. You'll hear behind-the-scenes stories from the Dana Smith Team, plenty of friendly roasting, and a few moments that prove why working with family (and people who feel like family) is never boring.

If you've ever wondered what it's really like behind the scenes of our team, this is your chance to pull up a seat and join the conversation.

Life. Faith. Real Estate. And apparently... Dana pays for it all. 🥒🎙️😆

]]> This week, we're joined by "The Boys"—Austin Loveless and Conner Jarrell—for an episode full of laughs, stories, and probably more truth than anyone intended to share.

From how we all ended up working together to family life, team dynamics, and the running joke behind the title She Pays for It All, nothing is off limits. You'll hear behind-the-scenes stories from the Dana Smith Team, plenty of friendly roasting, and a few moments that prove why working with family (and people who feel like family) is never boring.

If you've ever wondered what it's really like behind the scenes of our team, this is your chance to pull up a seat and join the conversation.

Life. Faith. Real Estate. And apparently... Dana pays for it all. 🥒🎙️😆

]]> Kayla Bonger & Dana Smith Buzzsprout-19331575 Tue, 16 Jun 2026 07:00:00 -0500 2217 1 2 full false But For Real, What Are They For? But For Real, What Are They For? Welcome to the very first episode of What Are the Pickles For?

We're Dana and Kayla—a mother-daughter real estate team navigating business, family, faith, and all the unexpected moments in between.

In this debut episode, we're introducing ourselves, sharing the story behind the podcast name, and explaining why we decided to start this podcast. You'll hear how a simple question from a Chick-fil-A drive-thru became an inside joke we still can't answer, plus a few stories that perfectly capture our relationship.

You'll also get a glimpse into the different "pickles" we'll be talking about along the way—the challenges, blessings, routines, surprises, and seasons that make up real life.

At the end of the day, three things matter most to us: we love our family, we love our work, and above all, we love Jesus.

Thanks for joining us for Episode 1. We're glad you're here.

]]> Welcome to the very first episode of What Are the Pickles For?

We're Dana and Kayla—a mother-daughter real estate team navigating business, family, faith, and all the unexpected moments in between.

In this debut episode, we're introducing ourselves, sharing the story behind the podcast name, and explaining why we decided to start this podcast. You'll hear how a simple question from a Chick-fil-A drive-thru became an inside joke we still can't answer, plus a few stories that perfectly capture our relationship.

You'll also get a glimpse into the different "pickles" we'll be talking about along the way—the challenges, blessings, routines, surprises, and seasons that make up real life.

At the end of the day, three things matter most to us: we love our family, we love our work, and above all, we love Jesus.

Thanks for joining us for Episode 1. We're glad you're here.

]]> Kayla Bonger & Dana Smith Buzzsprout-19317395 Tue, 09 Jun 2026 07:00:00 -0500 2244 1 1 full false