Off Stage and On Duty

Q&A with Sam Beretta: Real Talk from the STAGE Wives Facebook Group

In this episode of Offstage and On Duty, we’re sitting down with our in-house therapist, Sam Beretta, to answer real questions submitted by women inside the private Stage Wives Facebook group — and wow… this conversation is GOOD. Sam brings such a grounded, practical perspective while also offering genuine encouragement and tools you can actually use in everyday life. This episode feels like sitting in on an honest counseling session with friends who truly get it. Whether you’re struggling, growing, healing, or just trying to navigate this unique lifestyle with grace, we hope this conversation reminds you that you’re not alone. If you’d like to be part of future Q&A episodes, join the private STAGE Wives Facebook group and submit your questions there! https://samanthaberetta.com/ [https://samanthaberetta.com/] Connect with Stage Wives: * Website [https://stagewives.com] * Follow us on Instagram [https://instagram.com/stagewives] * Join the Private Facebook group [https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1BhDyfeFNZ/] * Follow us on TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@stagewives]

26 Years of Marriage in the Music Industry with Kristy Zacharias

What does it take to build a healthy marriage and family in an industry that never really slows down? In this episode of Offstage and On Duty, we sit down with Kristy Zacharias for an honest conversation about marriage, motherhood, re-entry, communication, and raising a family in the middle of tour life. After moving from Canada to the U.S., Kristy has now spent 26 years navigating the rhythms and realities of life behind the scenes of the music industry. From the early challenges of isolation to the intentional habits that helped protect their marriage and family over decades on the road, Kristy shares practical wisdom and encouragement for anyone living this unconventional lifestyle. Connect with Stage Wives: * Website [https://stagewives.com] * Follow us on Instagram [https://instagram.com/stagewives] * Join the Private Facebook group [https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1BhDyfeFNZ/] * Follow us on TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@stagewives]

School on the Road: Navigating Your Child's Education with Lori Phelps

What does school look like when your life doesn’t follow a traditional schedule? In this episode of Offstage and On Duty, we sit down with Lori Phelps—an experienced stage wife and educator who has truly done it all. From homeschooling to public and private education, Lori brings both professional insight and real-life perspective to one of the most frequently asked questions in our Stage Wives community. Together, we dive into honest, sometimes difficult questions submitted directly by you—our Stage Wives. We talk through the realities of each schooling option, the flexibility (and challenges) that come with life on the road, and how to make decisions that serve your family in every season. Whether you’re considering a change, feeling overwhelmed by your options, or simply curious about what’s possible, this episode offers grounded wisdom, practical encouragement, and the reminder that there’s no one-size-fits-all answer—just the right fit for your family. If education has been on your mind lately, this is one you won’t want to miss. His Needs Her Needs [https://a.co/d/0gfR5Vid] Barn & Bale [https://barnandbale.com/] Connect with Stage Wives: * Website [https://stagewives.com] * Follow us on Instagram [https://instagram.com/stagewives] * Join the Private Facebook group [https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1BhDyfeFNZ/] * Follow us on TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@stagewives]

Your Questions, Our Answers

In this episode of Offstage and On Duty, we’re answering your questions straight from the Stage Wives community—and nothing is off the table. From homeschooling vs. public school decisions to navigating family dynamics in the middle of tour life, we’re diving into the real, everyday challenges that come with loving someone on the road. We also share a very exciting announcement you won’t want to miss. If you’ve ever felt curious or conflicted trying to figure it all out, this episode is for you. Connect with Stage Wives: * Website [https://stagewives.com] * Follow us on Instagram [https://instagram.com/stagewives] * Join the Private Facebook group [https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1BhDyfeFNZ/] * Follow us on TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@stagewives]

Not-So-Toxic Positivity

Let’s be honest—when your spouse hits the road, it’s not all lonely nights and missed calls. In this episode, Rhyan and Ray flip the script on the narrative and talk about the good parts of tour life at home. From cereal-for-dinner nights and skipping the dishes, to embracing makeup-free days, rediscovering hobbies, and finally having space to focus on personal growth—this is your permission slip to enjoy the season you’re in. We’re not talking about ignoring the hard stuff or slapping a smile on real pain—that’s not what this is. This is about finding genuine gratitude without guilt. Because two things can be true at once: you can miss your person deeply and appreciate the rhythm of life while they’re gone. If you’ve ever felt a little guilty for enjoying the quiet OR need to focus on the positives while he's gone… this episode is for you. Connect with Stage Wives: * Website [https://stagewives.com] * Follow us on Instagram [https://instagram.com/stagewives] * Join the Private Facebook group [https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1BhDyfeFNZ/] * Follow us on TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@stagewives]