# Off Duty Back in 2019, I started this podcast because moms don’t get enough off-duty time. I’m a mama, a case manager and this is where the hats come off and we say the quiet part out loud. Off Duty starts now. Page: Feed: --- ## [The 40s Are Where It Is At!](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/offdutypodcast/episodes/The-40s-Are-Where-It-Is-At-e3mj546) _2026-07-30 · Deana Elwood_ Friday 7/31 I will step up to a new level... my bday that is. With that, there has been so many enlighten things since entering my 40s and I will say it truly has been the best time of my life growing, learning, and succeeding in all I do. So here is to another level, and for all those continue to hang out with me on the way! xx Deana [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/a7d4100/podcast/play/123359814/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-6-26%2F428668033-44100-2-54ba63ebe8f1.mp3) ## [Obsessed with OBSESSION](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/offdutypodcast/episodes/Obsessed-with-OBSESSION-e3me2v6) _2026-07-23 · Deana Elwood_ I love a good horror film I love a good eerie moment... but I am obsessed, obsessed with Obsession. So let me obsessively talk about it today on the podcast! xx Deana [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/a7d4100/podcast/play/123193766/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-6-22%2F428445747-44100-2-dd786b10cb755.mp3) ## [Letting Go..Not Giving Up](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/offdutypodcast/episodes/Letting-Go--Not-Giving-Up-e3lshre) _2026-07-09 · Deana Elwood_ Making more room for what I need is not giving up. Making more room for what needs space in my life, is not giving up. It is what is needed for me to continue to grow, succeed, and be happy. xxDeana [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/a7d4100/podcast/play/122619182/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-6-9%2F427670246-44100-2-0d484e441c505.mp3) ## [Don't Confuse It](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/offdutypodcast/episodes/Dont-Confuse-It-e3lfoqu) _2026-07-02 · Deana Elwood_ Me not giving you energy, is different from me not caring.. I promise. xx Deana [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/a7d4100/podcast/play/122200350/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-5-30%2F427105466-44100-2-1e26269e8831f.mp3) ## [They said it would be fun...](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/offdutypodcast/episodes/They-said-it-would-be-fun-e3kssht) _2026-06-25 · Deana Elwood_ Turns out parenting is so much more fun... but with snot, crying, terrible every age, and so much more! This is the kick start to something amazing that we will be sharing soon, so join us and stay tuned for more of us three... (hint hint) Marissa @leadinglittlehumans Ashley @ashleybuffandstuff [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/a7d4100/podcast/play/121581565/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-5-16%2F426279225-44100-2-5cf1f1f89cb79.mp3) ## [When 3 Moms Get Together...](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/offdutypodcast/episodes/When-3-Moms-Get-Together-e3kssd3) _2026-06-18 · Deana Elwood_ We analyze our songs of the past and how maybe they weren't as appropriate as we thought, who our hall passes are, and how competitive Ashely really is. Ladies and Gents meet my two guests: Marissa and Ashley!! Join us as we sing our little hearts out and yes... there is a part two next week!!! Find these two on Instagram: Marissa @leadinglittlehumans Ashley @ashleybuffandstuff [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/a7d4100/podcast/play/121581411/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-5-16%2F426279020-44100-2-2a464a6132893.mp3) ## [Burning That Bridge](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/offdutypodcast/episodes/Burning-That-Bridge-e3kad8r) _2026-06-04 · Deana Elwood_ The influence came from a simple and short quote I read that spoke so loudly... it literally was what I needed to hear years ago, but makes so much sense now! Lets chat! xx Deana [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/a7d4100/podcast/play/120976091/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-5-3%2F425470493-44100-2-6bc5d165970d8.mp3) ## [This IS hard work!](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/offdutypodcast/episodes/This-IS-hard-work-e3k0agn) _2026-05-28 · Deana Elwood_ A new milestone was met...and it wasn't luck! It was hard work, my time, my effort, my talent, and all that goes with making things happen. Forever grateful for those that join me on my journey! Deana [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/a7d4100/podcast/play/120645591/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-4-27%2F425028007-44100-2-b4175a620cc53.mp3) ## [Ed Tech Queen is Present Today!](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/offdutypodcast/episodes/Ed-Tech-Queen-is-Present-Today-e3iupid) _2026-05-07 · Deana Elwood_ It wasn't long ago that I was in my classroom earning acceptance into the Pear Deck program to help create a gamified learning experience. In that process I met someone with immense passion and determination when it came to following one's dream. Meet Amber, the once educator now wearing purple and hanging with all the cool kids over at MagicSchool AI. She is also a wealth of knowledge when it… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/a7d4100/podcast/play/119546893/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-4-5%2F423555472-44100-2-da43fab11a2d1.mp3) ## [Find it on Amazon (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/qZplm4dGC0GL) _2026-05-07 · **Sponsored**_ Open the Amazon product listing to see details and availability ## [Sweet Tea Turned Black!](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/offdutypodcast/episodes/Sweet-Tea-Turned-Black-e3ilr1e) _2026-04-30 · Deana Elwood_ Making claims, calling out, or posting on social media... you better come with accountability for your actions, your words, or intentions! If you follow me you know of the recent post I made about my OCD and one of the behaviors for me is organization has to be perfect, my way, not messy. This stems from many years of things, but guess what I do not have to do... TELL YOU EVERY INCH OF IT, SHOW… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/a7d4100/podcast/play/119253486/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-3-29%2F423153349-44100-2-8195bebd630af.mp3)