Devin and Sarah continue their visits in Houston Texas and visit cousin Maryelle and her family. She and Brad have 6 amazing children, and after getting to know them over a delicious dinner, The Andersens sit down with the Rippa's for the episode. Maryelle reveals the history of her name as well as other nick names she received over the years from her family. She shares memories of aunts and uncles, cousins, and of her youth. Devin shares stories that he heard from Maryelle's family - surgeries that she had in her youth and having to stay in the hospital and miss mother's day. Going on road trips with her family, stories of family reunions, and learning to cook. Brad tells his story of living in England in his youth, going on a mission to the Dominican Republic, and how he met and proposed to Maryelle. For the final topic, Maryelle chose "The Gut" and the importance of "The second brain" and how it affects our every day lives. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/my-99-cousins/donations

The interview with Tim continues into part 2. In Part 2 we learn more about Lauren, how she and Tim met, began dating, got engaged, and eventually got married, as well as their 2 children. Lauren tells how she didn't like Tim at first, but how she was able to see him in a different light after a while. Tim shares how he was humbled in high school after being injured his Sophomore year of High School Tim talks about the unique dating situation with Lauren because of a rule that Tim's parent's had in place that Tim couldn't go out on a two consecutive dates with the same girl. After Tim returns from his mission, Tim tells how his mother schemed to keep Tim and Lauren together by having Jeff room with Lauren's brother, and had Lauren come to the airport and Tim's homecoming, reflecting a similar story to what Tim and Devin's Grandma Andersen did to keep Tim's mom and dad together after Tim's father, Dean, came home from his mission. Devin and Sarah discover that they had unknowingly visited the Andersens on their ten year wedding anniversary, but fittingly are able to talk about their wedding reception, and share a crazy story that happened to them 10 years ago from that very evening after Tim and Lauren's wedding reception. Tim gives advice on how to become the favorite aunt or uncle in the family, and Tim and Lauren share the advice that they would give their posterity, and then Lauren shares a funny story of Tim giving a talk in church. They discuss the importance of not judging others before moving onto the final topic - Time Management. They discuss books that they've read on the topic, what and how to prioritize the most important things in life, as well as specific methods in staying focused and on task, as well as methods on completing tasks. After the song, there's a fun easter egg recording bit as well. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/my-99-cousins/donations

Devin, Sarah, and their son Tim, head to Bear Lake for the annual Tim and Jana Andersen Family Reunion. The evening before everyone went home, Devin gathered his siblings, their spouses, and their mother together at the dinner table for a good conversation about Their father and husband, Tim. Jana then shared many amusing and interesting stories about Tim.The siblings then share some of the things that they remember about him. The ending song is a poem that Tim had written on his mission. Devin, with the help of AI, created a song out of the words, and also was able to use a software program to re-create Tim's voice to sing the song. While the poem does not have a title, Devin chose to call the song "Reunion" - because not only was this song first heard at the Andersen Family Reunion, but also the song is about reuniting with those we once knew in heaven. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/my-99-cousins/donations

Cousin Ethan Kartchner visits Devin and Sarah in their home in Saratoga Springs for the interview. Ethan, the 8th of 9 children in the Kartchner family, learns his cousin number and then talks about memories of extended family, especially the Andelins, and even a closeness he's felt with Grandpa Andersen as an adult. Devin and Sarah ask Ethan several questions about stories that they'd heard about him from Ethan's siblings and father. From being obsessed with The Price is right, splitting his pants on Prom night, busking in Idaho with his viola, and living on the beach with Jordan on the beaches of Hawaii for a month. Ethan then shares his experiences of being a model, actor, producer, and director and the challenges and rewarding moments that he's had through this unique path. He then talks about the importance of family relationships and keeping those strong. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/my-99-cousins/donations

Devin and Sarah visit the Freeman's at the Jacob home for dinner before the interview. Joanna and her husband Nathan share so many wonderful stories. Joanna tells a story that Devin has been eagerly waiting to hear for several years, ever since he first heard about the famous Girl's Camp Bear Story that Joanna and cousin Kim were responsible for. Joanna shares her feelings of respect and admiration for other cousins, her appreciation for her siblings and her parents, as well as memories of grandparents and aunts and uncles. Joanna talks about living in Mexico and Holland before later serving her mission in Argentina. Nathan talks about how he and Joanna met, and a few funny and embarrassing moments of their early courtship. They talk about their 4 children, raising them in Japan recently, and a few other insights before moving onto the final topic "Faith in Jesus Christ". Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/my-99-cousins/donations

Devin visits cousin Mylinda and her husband Mike when their in town visiting for 2 of their daughters graduations from college. Mylinda talks about the uniqueness of the spelling of her name and the cloesness she had with her father as well as having her middle name after her mother. Mylinda shares memories of their grandparents, cousins, aunts and uncles, and the times that she lived with Devin's family when she was younger. The Stones talk about how they met and got engaged, as well as many of the amazing adventures that they've been on over the past 30 years of marriage. For the final topic they discuss how most people are good and have good desires and intentions. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/my-99-cousins/donations

Part 2 of LaDawn and Jim's episode. Jim and LaDawn share their experiences going on missions for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. First sharing their experience of living in Mexico and how that opportunity came about. They spoke about later serving at the same time as 2 of their daughters in different parts of the world. Jim and LaDawn served in Ukraine with LaDawn's brother, Dale, and Jim's sister, Sue, who also were married and part of the Andersen family. Devin shares some of the other funny memories shared by the Jacob's children: Car accidents and driving with their children, the origins of their famous homemade bread, having their children do difficult things at a very young age and that now their children all feel like they are very capable. LaDawn shares her love of celebrating holidays, the history behind them, and the reason behind why we celebrate those days. Devin then shares his own memories and experiences of staying with the Jacobs as a boy. LaDawn shares the importance of learning people's names, and how memorizing scriptures, poems, and promises in modern prophecy has helped her in difficult and troubling times. She speaks on the importance of covenants and how the promised blessings we seek can be found there. Jim shares more of his experiences of being a shepherd and what that taught him. They end by sharing their love and appreciation for their family and the advice that they want to pass on to their family. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/my-99-cousins/donations

This is a 2 part episode. Devin visits Aunt LaDawn and Uncle Jim at their home in Orem. They tell Devin the story of how they met, how they got engaged, and many wonderful stories of their family. Uncle Jim talks about how he built his house, and they both share stories of Devin's father, Tim. They discuss the importance of music in their home, memories of Grandpa Andersen, and visits down to Arizona to visit their own cousins. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/my-99-cousins/donations

Devin visits his cousin, Nathan, and instead of bringing his wife, Sarah, along. Devin brings along cousin Jacob! Devin, Jacob, and Nathan share stories of their youth, experiences that they had growing up and visiting Nathan on the farm. Devin talks about making bows and arrows with Nathan, going on camping trips, and going on a group date with some of the cousins. Jacob and Nathan talk about playing risk at family reunions and how Nathan first learned to play risk. Nathan shares stories of visiting cousins, aunts and uncles, and their incredible generosity and kindness. From living with the Kartchners to earn money, to receiving a truck from Uncle Dean, to learning to throw an axe from uncle Lee, and not being yelled at for throwing mud at Uncle VJ's house for retribution from the pranks of their fellow cousin, John Paul. Devin then shares several stories from Nathan's siblings that he'd heard. Accidentally killing a turkey, playing pranks on Elise, hearing Nathan's signature cough, and getting his siblings to get Nathan's missed basketball shots. For the final topic they discuss current events, integrity in journalism, and how to go about researching and learning about controversial topics with differing opinions. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/my-99-cousins/donations

Devin and Sarah travel down to the farm once again for another interview. Hunter and Courtney are in town from Alabama for a month and living with Hunter's parents, Corwin and Lynette. Hunter talks about being the youngest of 14 children, and Devin shares memories and stories he'd collected from Hunters family. Hunter shares an experience from his mission in Peru, and Courtney talks about meeting Hunter and how he proposed at a fake bonfire in Idaho. Courtney shares her experiences in following in Devin's footsteps by creating her own podcast with a similar format called "The 13 Beginnings" where she and Hunter interview all of her mom's side of the family. For the final topic, they discuss their challenges with infertility and what their journey has been in having children. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/my-99-cousins/donations

Devin and Sarah decide to have a special My 99 cousins episode to celebrate their halfway point. They talk about their experiences of doing the podcast, visiting cousins, and spending time with each family. Devin shares some statistics about the podcast, which episodes have the most downloads, and then Sarah and Devin talk about some of the more memorable and impactful episodes on them. They discuss the goals that they had made before starting the podcast, and where they are on those goals so far. Devin talks about the big family reunion that will be held in July of 2026 over the 24th of July weekend and how family representatives will be meeting together online soon. Devin and Sarah then spend the rest of the episode discussing their infertility journey so far. The many steps that they've taken to have more children, the many failed attempts and losses and what the experience has been like for both of them. Devin gives an analogy of pregnancy like a long hallway with a series of doors, with each continuing step an anvil is placed above your head, looming higher and larger with each passing door. They update the family with their decision to meet with Tyler and Annie and decide to stop their attempts of embryo transfers to Annie as their gestational carrier, and that for now they need time to grieve, pray, and decide on what, if anything, they should do next. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/my-99-cousins/donations

Devin, Sarah, and Tim return to visiting cousins after a month off. Devin and Sarah interview Ammon Redd after having a delicious dinner with Ammon, his wife Allison, and their 6 children. Ammon talks about the origins of his name and the origins of his brothers names who were born after him. He shares stories of family reunions, throwing apricots, laughing at Grandpa's sneezes, the origins of Ammon's many nicknames, the inside jokes he shares with his siblings, his hopes of becoming an inventor when he was a child, his mission experiences in Sweden, and his many brushes with death throughout his youth. Ammon talks about his time in Iraq and how his mother's prayers quite possibly saved his life. He talks about how he met his wife Allison, their honeymoon. and the crazy turn of events that wound him up in the hospital. For the final topic, Ammon discusses the importance of education with the Andersens, as well as his ideas for reformation and having teachers become more like mentors and guides with the help of AI to tailor education for each child as they have differing abilities, capabilities, passions, and interests. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/my-99-cousins/donations

Devin, Sarah, and Tim finish up their Arizona cousin trip by visiting the Anderson family. That's AndersOn with an O. Michelle and Jason Anderson share their life stories, starting with their childhood memories and experiences. Michelle recalls her early years on the farm, her close bond with her cousins, and her family's adventurous road trip to her uncle's zoo. Jason talks about his upbringing in Southern California, his mission in Argentina, and the touching story of helping a family complete their faith journey. They also share the humorous and memorable moments from their dating and proposal, including Michelle's first experience with self-serve frozen yogurt. The couple discusses their perspectives on education and school choice. Michelle emphasizes the importance of having various schooling options to suit different children's needs, sharing her positive experience with homeschooling and the Empowerment Scholarship Account in Arizona. She also reflects on her grandfather's views on education, highlighting his belief in the importance of religious learning over secular education. The discussion touches on the growing availability of hybrid education options and the need for parents to advocate for school choice in their states. Michelle and Jason open up about their challenges and hopes for the future. Michelle talks about managing her temper and learning to trust God, while Jason shares his experiences as a doctor, emphasizing the importance of connecting with patients and incorporating scripture into his practice. They look forward to strengthening their relationship as their children grow older and plan to focus more on each other, enjoying more date nights and building great memories together. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/my-99-cousins/donations