The Blue Rose Podcast is evolving. For a long time, I thought you were here because I was "getting after it." I realize now you’re here because we’re all trying to figure out how to live a life that actually feels like our own.

In this episode, we’re discussing the "Not Enough" gremlin that haunts high-achievers and why I’m finally letting go of the need to show off.

If you’re tired of the highlight reel and ready for the real thing, let’s dig into the seeds of my week and find out what happens when we stop proving our worth and start choosing ourselves first.

In this episode, Becca Murphy sits down with Whitney and Amanda, co-founders of Bookish, a community-driven reading initiative redefining what it means to gather around books.

Whitney, with her background in tech, and Amanda, rooted in visual merchandising, share how their unique skill sets merged to build something deeply meaningful. What began as a simple idea to foster literacy and connection in Utah started with just 12 attendees at their first event. Today, Bookish has grown into a thriving reading community built around the idea that books are a non-polarizing way to bring people together.

From hosting “reading parties” to planning a future book festival, their journey proves that everything starts as an idea — and community makes it grow.

If you’ve ever dreamed of starting something meaningful, or you believe in the power of books to connect people, this conversation will leave you inspired.

Connect with Bookish: bookish_slc

https://www.bookishslc.com/

In this episode, we sit down with Janelle, the founder of Craft Club SLC.

What started as one event with 15 attendees — a mix of friends and strangers — has grown into a space where women gather to create, connect, and build meaningful friendships through crafting.

Janelle shares her journey from teaching and sales into entrepreneurship, what it felt like to quit her job, and how she turned a simple idea into a thriving creative business. She opens up about the behind-the-scenes realities of organizing events, managing finances, and using social media to grow a community-driven brand.

We talk about the power of creativity to break down barriers, why feedback matters, and how fun and whimsy aren’t just nice-to-haves — they’re essential.

If you’ve ever had an idea tugging at you or wondered whether you’re “that girl” who could start something… this episode is your sign.

Key Takeaways:

• How Craft Club started and evolved

• Why crafting builds authentic connection

• The role of social media in growing community

• What it really takes behind the scenes to run events

• Why taking risks is the first step toward growth

As Janelle says: “Anyone can do it. You are that girl.”

Connect with Janelle:

Instagram: craftclubslc , janelle_widt