New York Times best-selling author Lauren Akins has earned over one million downloads of her breakout podcast Live in Love With Lauren Akins on the Annie F. Downs' That Sounds Fun Podcast Network. Akins was recently presented with a plaque to celebrate the milestone at her home in Nashville.

"I am just SO blown away by this milestone!" Akins shared. "And I'm so grateful to each of you for listening and showing me so much love and support throughout the past two seasons. It's been such a blast. A huge thank you to Annie and every very special guest who shared this crazy journey with me- it wouldn't be the same without y'all."

Recently wrapping its second season, audiences are connecting with the hit show's honest and heartfelt conversations as Akins and Downs welcome special guests each week to share new stories and expand upon the most loved topics found in Akins' NYT best-selling book Live in Love (Ballantine Books). Catch up on all episodes-- including conversations with Thomas Rhett, Akins' parents, college best friends, and more-- here.

Lauren Akins is a devoted mother, wife, and philanthropist who lives in Nashville, Tennessee with her husband-- country superstar Thomas Rhett-- and their four little girls Willa Gray, Ada James, Lennon, and Lillie Carolina. Lauren has been a passionate supporter and active volunteer for years and is enthusiastically continuing to support children in Uganda through her efforts with Love One International.