Welcome to Miner Details , the podcast where no detail is too minor and every story deserves a little spotlight. Hosted by Jess Miner - wife, mom, Zumba instructor, and certified over thinker - this show dives into the real, unfiltered, laugh-so-you-don’t-cry moments that make up everyday life. If you love storytelling, candid conversations, and finding joy in the messy middle, you’re in the right place. Grab your coffee, settle in, and let’s get into the details - the Miner Details!
Ten years ago, my life looked completely different.
In this episode of Miner Details, I’m reflecting on 2016—the year that quietly changed the entire trajectory of my life. I was coming out of my first long-term relationship, grieving the future I thought I would have, and unexpectedly stepping into a brand-new chapter when I found out I was pregnant with my daughter.
I’m talking honestly about why I still sometimes dream about that breakup, how past relationships can affect us even after we’ve moved forward, and how becoming a mom shifted my goals, priorities, and definition of success.
Looking back now, I can see that what felt like my life falling apart was actually the beginning of it falling into place.
This episode is for anyone currently facing heartbreak, uncertainty, an unexpected change, or a future that looks nothing like the one they planned. Your hardest chapter may not be the one that ruins your story—it may be the one that introduces you to it.
12 Jul 2026
Post It Anyway
What if the thing you’re afraid to post is exactly what someone else needs to hear?
In today’s episode of Miner Details, I’m talking about something I’ve been learning more and more as I’ve gotten older: it’s okay to be a little “cringey.”
From posting outfit videos and podcast episodes to sharing the hard seasons of life, I’ve realized that fear of judgment can keep us from showing up as the people God created us to be. But what if we’re asking the wrong question? Instead of wondering, “What will people think?” maybe we should be asking, “What if someone needed this?”
We’re diving into authenticity, vulnerability, social media, and what it truly means to choose obedience over approval. Because you never know who God might be waiting to encourage through your story.
If you’ve been sitting on a post, a dream, a testimony, or a creative idea because you’re afraid of what people might think… this episode is for you.
✨ Today’s Miner Detail: I share the story behind my Nothing to Wear Diaries series and how almost letting fear win would’ve meant missing out on some really meaningful connections.
Remember: Sometimes obedience looks like hitting “Post.”
5 Jul 2026
Who Are You When I Leave the Room?
Episode 8: Loyalty Isn’t Blind
What does it really mean to be loyal?
In this episode of Miner Details, we’re unpacking the difference between loyalty and obligation—and why the two are so often confused, especially in female friendships.
I share how a recent experience challenged my understanding of loyalty and opened my eyes to what truly matters in healthy relationships. We’ll talk about gossip, boundaries, honesty, protecting people’s names when they’re not in the room, and why real loyalty isn’t about choosing sides—it’s about choosing integrity.
If you’ve ever questioned a friendship, felt misunderstood, or wondered where loyalty and self-respect intersect, this conversation is for you.
Because true loyalty isn’t blind… it’s honest.
✨ Grab your favorite drink, get comfortable, and let’s chat.
26 Jun 2026
Leading with Kindness
This summer, I stepped into a role I’ve always wanted but was honestly a little afraid to take on: coach.
In this episode, I’m sharing what coaching my daughter’s softball team has taught me about confidence, leadership, big emotions, and why choosing kindness matters—both on and off the field. From tears in the dugout to celebrating our first win, this season reminded me that success isn’t always measured by the scoreboard.
Join me as we talk about youth sports, encouraging kids through mistakes, and why sometimes the coach we become is the coach we needed all along. 🥎✨
21 Jun 2026
When One Door Closes
This week’s episode is a little more personal than usual.
I share the unexpected news of losing my job, how I processed the shock and disappointment, and the emotions that followed. From difficult conversations and tears in the car to finding comfort through my faith, family, and church community, this episode is an honest look at navigating loss when life doesn’t go the way you planned.
We’re talking about grief, purpose, trusting God in uncertain seasons, and learning to believe that closed doors can make way for something greater—even when you can’t see it yet.
If you’ve ever felt blindsided by a life change, questioned your purpose, or found yourself waiting for what’s next, this conversation is for you.
Remember: hard doesn’t mean hopeless.
✨ My Miner Detail: Things are hard right now, but I know I’m not walking through it alone.
7 Apr 2026
More Than a Diagnosis: Sonny’s Story
In honor of Autism Awareness Month, I’m sharing something deeply personal — our journey with my son, Sonny.
From the first signs we noticed… to the moment we got answers… to stepping into therapies and learning how to support him in the ways he needs most — this episode is a raw and honest look at what autism has looked like in our family.
I talk about the emotions that came with his diagnosis, the fears I had as a mom, and how this journey has changed me in ways I never expected. But more than anything, this is a story about love, growth, and learning to see the world through Sonny’s eyes.
Because he is so much more than a diagnosis.
If you’re a parent navigating something similar, or someone who wants to better understand autism — this episode is for you 🤍
31 Mar 2026
Becoming the Mom I Needed
Becoming the mom I needed didn’t happen overnight… it happened in the messy, quiet, in-between moments.
In this episode, Jess shares her journey from an overwhelmed first-time mom to finding growth, healing, and grace through motherhood.
✨ A raw, honest reflection on how motherhood changes you — and how you slowly grow into the version of yourself your children need most.
24 Mar 2026
This One’s For the Girls
A conversation about female friendships — the beauty, the growth, and the lessons that stay with us long after things change.
17 Mar 2026
Living in My Pink Era
In this episode of Miner Details, Jess shares what she calls her “Pink Era” — a season of choosing peace, growth, and intentional living.
She reflects on turning thirty, staying sober, reconnecting with her faith, and the quiet mindset shifts that have helped her see life differently.
Jess also shares a vulnerable Major Miner Detail: beginning therapy for the first time and what that step means for her personal growth.
This episode invites listeners to reflect on the season of life they’re currently in — and reminds us that sometimes the smallest shifts lead to the biggest transformations.
10 Mar 2026
Coffee, Chaos, and a New Podcast
In Episode 1 of Miner Details, Jess introduces the podcast and shares why she wanted to create a space for real-life conversations.
She reflects on motherhood, growth, sobriety, faith, and the lessons she’s learned stepping into her thirties. This episode sets the tone for the show — honest, cozy, and rooted in the moments that shape us.
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