The Girl Next Door Podcast

Marriage Tending

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 07:00:00 GMT

To celebrate our anniversaries, we're talking about tending to our marriages. We chat about how we're finding time together with our husbands in this season and what we like to do on dates. We also chat about the hobbies we share and might like to get into.

As a treat for Friends of the Show on Patreon, we are bringing you the Husbands Next Door! One of them described our marriage as a borg. The other made inappropriate comments that had to be edited out. See? This is why we don't invite them on very often. ;)

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Spring Bookshelf

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 07:00:00 GMT

It's time for our Spring Bookshelf episode. We check in on our reading lives and Erica's daily nonfic reading. We share what we've read, are reading, and what's on deck. Plus, what our kids are reading.

Just for Friends of the Show on Patreon, we're diving into how we're managing our book queues, troubleshooting Kelsey's challenges in this area, and we have some real talk about Goodreads (side-eye).

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How To Sports Mom

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 07:00:00 GMT

Sports moms, this one is for you! We chat about our experience parenting our kids through sports so far: what sports they've tried and what they're doing now. Then we compare notes and share our best tips for different challenges that come up with kid sports, and what we love about watching our kids in sports. And, we talk about how to gear up to be your best sports mom self!

Just for Friends of the Show on Patreon, we share our sports mom personas and have some real talk about where we think kids sports has lost the plot.

See full show notes on our website: How To Sports Mom

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Spring Fling

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 07:00:00 GMT

Spring has arrived in the desert and we made an episode to celebrate! We chat about what spring is like here and how it always catches us by surprise, reminisce about new motherhood memories, and motivate ourselves for some disgusting spring cleaning.

Just for Friends of the Show, we have a spring Would You Rather quiz that gets predictably ridiculous.

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Life Lately

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 07:00:00 GMT

We thought it was time for a real-time life update and hope this episode feels like a coffee date with friends. We touch on parenting, work, homeschool, the state of the world, and how we're making time for what matters to us.

Just for Friends of the Show, we'll be telling you all about our recent three-night podcast retreat! From what we did and ate to a cheese emergency and our favorite Winter Olympic event. Plus, we'll share some of the planned episodes we're really excited for this year.

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Our Personal Discographies

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 07:00:00 GMT

Join us on a musical adventure as we explore the soundtracks of our lives thus far: from our childhoods through angsty teen years, falling in love with our spouses, and becoming parents.

Just for Friends of the Show, there was one song on both of our discographies that was so impactful we need to do a deep dive with you, and maybe sing along together too. Of course we are talking about Gangsta's Paradise by Coolio. Elder Millennials, you know what we're talking about.

Listen to the companion Spotify playlist! Erica & Kelsey's Personal Discographies

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Listening to Music

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 07:00:00 GMT

Today we have a lot to stay about listening to music. From our different experiences growing up with music to how we listen today and how musical we are (or aren't). Plus we meander through musical gate-keeping and the joy of vibe playlist.

Friends of the Show can listen to us chat about how our kids are listening to music. Spicy opinions ahead!

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Valentines and Galentines

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 07:00:00 GMT

XOXO this episode is all about love! We chat about celebrating Valentine's Day (or not) and how we show our loved ones we care including our husbands, kids, and friends. Plus, what's romantic at this stage of life.

Friends of the Show can listen to our extended episode in which Kelsey shares something romantic that went very wrong and Erica shares a few specific turn offs.

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Organizing S.O.S.

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 07:00:00 GMT

We are waving our organizing S.O.S. flags. Join us as we spill all the messy details and help each other brainstorm solutions. We hope we normalize the home disorganization that we can all find ourselves in while also giving you some organizing encouragement!

In an extended episode just for Friends of the Show, we're each telling you about a home organizing solution that is working really well in our homes.

See full show notes on our website: Organizing S.O.S.

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2026 Intentions

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 07:00:00 GMT

We're bringing new year energy to this episode all about our intentions and goals for 2026. We both share our word for the year and the goals we have for ourselves. Plus, we record messages for our future selves.

Friends of the Show can listen to an extended version of this episode in which we each share a secret goal for the year. Shhhhh!

See full show notes on our website: 2026 Intentions

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Annual Airing of the Grievances

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 07:00:00 GMT

Laugh along as we air our 10 latest grievances and make space fresh new year energy. We'll be back in two weeks with our 2026 intentions episode!

Just for Friends of the Show, and new this year!, listen to an extended version of the episode in which we share what grievances we are guilty of committing (as accused by our family).

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2025 Reflections

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 07:00:00 GMT

We're closing out the year with our annual reflections including what made us laugh, cry, curse, and think. Plus we share how our intentions served us this year and reveal our ta-da! lists.

For Friends of the Show on Patreon, we're each sharing what we're leaving behind in 2025.

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This Is Nuts!

Wed, 24 Dec 2025 07:00:00 GMT

Like a bowl of chocolate-covered nuts on a festive spread, we hope this episode will be a tasty holiday treat! We share tips for handling the seasonal chaos, and then we dive into the real nuts, from peanuts to cashews and the queen of nuts herself. Along the way we unapologetically share our very strong opinions and find ourselves debating the merits of being "naked and salty." Cheers!

For Friends of the Show on Patreon, we're sharing our opinions on the polarizing cousin of the nut: the raisin!

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10 Things We Leared From Our Parents

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 07:00:00 GMT

Today we're feeling the warm and fuzzies for our parents (hi, Mom and Dad!) and sharing the things we're grateful that they taught us, from the little things to the big. Plus how we're carrying those things forward in our own families.

Just for Friends of the Show on Patreon, we're each sharing something we definitely learned about what not to do by watching our parents.

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We're Thankful For Us

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 07:00:00 GMT

With a lot of heart, today we're chatting about how grateful we are for each other and our friendship. We recount how we met as next door neighbors, became podcast co-hosts, and over the years have grown into the dearest of friends. We also share what we've learned from one another and the ways we make each other better people. We immediately shared a big hug after recording this.

For Friends of the Show on Patreon, we're each sharing what's surprised us the most about the other person or our friendship.

We are thankful for all of our listeners near and far, and happy Thanksgiving this week to our American listeners!

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Gifting Better

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 07:00:00 GMT

Gifting has lost the plot a little bit lately. Instead of feeling generous and joyful, gifting during the holidays can feel like a chore. We're exploring what's changed and how we can gift better. Plus, how to make managing wish lists less onerous and a few little luxuries we're recommending.

For Friends of the Show on Patreon, we each share something we're doing differently when it comes to gift-giving this year.

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Comfort Food

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 07:00:00 GMT

Grab a snack because this episode will make you hungry.

We're leaning into cozy season with a conversation all about comfort food. We share the comfort foods from our childhoods, the new ones we've found in adulthood, and what comfort foods we're creating for our kids. Plus, what we crave when we're sick.

For Friends of the Show on Patreon, we're each sharing the specific comfort foods we crave when we're blissfully alone.

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Minor Fears

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 07:00:00 GMT

In honor of spooky season, we're revealing – and laughing over – our minor fears. Find out why you too should be terrified of: arts and craft, a trip to the zoo, sending a friendly text, and more.

For Friends of the Show on Patreon, we're each sharing a time we had to overcome a fear.

Also for Friends of the Show, mark your calendars for Sunday, November 16 at 9 am Pacific / 12 pm Eastern for our live Holiday Hangout! These are casual and fun conversations chatting about our holiday plans, stresses, gift ideas, and more! Become a Friend of the Show for just $5/month and get access to all our bonus content and past live hangouts!

See full show notes on our website: Minor Fears

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Let's Talk About Death

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 07:00:30 GMT

We have a tender episode today talking about death. We share our experiences with death thus far, and how we are thinking about that inevitability for loved ones and more generally. We also share the songs and writing about death that have moved us.

Thanks for being here with us, and we're so glad to be with you.

Just for Friends of the Show, we're each sharing our current thoughts on how we hope to be remembered one day when we leave this life.

See full show notes on our website: Let's Talk About Death

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Fall Bookshelf

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 07:00:00 GMT

Are you ready for creepy, cozy reading season? You know we are! On this bookish episode, we share our current reads and TBRs. Plus what our kids are reading, what else we're listening to, and our recent memorable reading moments.

For Friends of the Show on Patreon, we're each sharing a recent book or two that disappointed us! We don't like to bash books publicly, but every reader knows that you need to vent to fellow readers from time to time.

Happy reading!

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Fall Extravaganza & Apple Abominations

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 07:00:00 GMT

Friends, it's Fall Extravaganza!! This year, we have an apple theme and take it way too far. (Would you expect anything less?) On our apple romp we get judgy but also informative, try apple recipes, and declare apple approves and abominations. Plus, we sniff sophisticated apple candles and take an apple-themed "would you rather?" quiz. Detours include witchy book club, jeans shopping, and Midwestern sayings.

For Friends of the Show on Patreon, we're sharing what we are not looking forward to this fall.

See full show notes on our website: Fall Extravaganza & Apple Abominations

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Driving

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 07:00:00 GMT

Hop on in, we're going for a drive! We compare notes on learning how to drive, and make pit stops for our driving personalities, car essentials, and the joy of driving. Plus, Kelsey's driving quirk and what Erica can't stand in the car.

For Friends of the Show on Patreon, we're chatting about how we're thinking about teaching our own kids to drive (gulp!). And would love your advice!

Happy (safe) driving, friends!

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Kelsey at Yale

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 07:00:00 GMT

Join us for a conversation full of fall leaves, cozy libraries, and tradition. Erica interviews Kelsey about her time at Yale as a graduate student! Erica asks all of her burning questions, and Kelsey invites you to stroll down Ivy League memory lane with her.

For Friends of the Show on Patreon, Kelsey is telling us what she would do differently if she were going to relive her time at Yale.

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Back to (Middle) School

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 07:00:00 GMT

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Happy back to school season! With three middle-schoolers between us, we're diving into those beautifully awkward, formative years. We'll share stories from our own middle school days and talk honestly about parenting tweens today: the wins, the struggles, and all the messy moments in between.

For Friends of the Show on Patreon, we're each sharing our most embarrassing middle school memories.

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Parenting in Public

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 07:00:00 GMT

Today we're parenting in public, or at least talking about it. We discuss why it makes us a little sweaty, the worse public parenting situations we've been in, and our best advice.

For Friends of the Show on Patreon, we're sharing the parenting things we only do at home and never in public. Join us there for our answers plus all of our bonus content including full-length bonus episodes!

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How We Get Stuff Done

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 07:00:00 GMT

Get your checklist ready, let's get stuff done! We share our strategies for being productive, calendaring, and to-do lists. Plus, how we motivate ourselves when we really don't want to do anything.

For Friends of the Show on Patreon, we're sharing what stuff we're not getting done.

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How Was Your Summer?

Wed, 06 Aug 2025 07:00:00 GMT

We're catching up on how our summers went—as friends do! We share highs and lows and discuss how our summer plans actually played out.

For Friends of the Show on Patreon, we're sharing what didn't go so well this summer.

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Family Money Management

Wed, 30 Jul 2025 07:00:00 GMT

We're sharing what money management looks like in our houses and in our marriages. We talk about the roles we and our husbands take when it comes to finances, the disagreements we've navigated with our spouses, and what we've learned along the way. Plus, how we're teaching our kids about money.

With Friends of the Show on Patreon, we're each sharing a financial conversation that we had in our marriages that made a big impact.

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Bucket Lists

Wed, 23 Jul 2025 07:00:00 GMT

What's on your bucket list? Join us as we share ours including what we want to accomplish, where we want to travel, and what's on our family bucket lists.

Just for Friends of the Show on Patreon, we're both sharing some more personal bucket list items.

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Summer Five Senses Portrait

Wed, 09 Jul 2025 05:00:00 GMT

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What does summer what does summer look, smell, feel, taste, and sound like to you? That's what we're chatting about on the show today. From grilled hot dogs to legs sticking to hot vinyl car seats, we describe unique portraits of summer in our childhoods and in parenthood.

For Friends of the Show on Patreon, we're talking about the sense sensations we wish we could forget about summer.

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Let's Talk About Patriotism

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 07:00:00 GMT

To celebrate America's 247th birthday on July 4th, we're exploring what patriotism means to us and reflecting on how it's expressed today. We also share what makes us proud to be American, and where we see room for growth as a nation.

For Friends of the Show on Patreon, we're each sharing how we feel about patriotic symbolism like flying the flag and singing the national anthem before sporting events.

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How To Vacation Mom

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 07:00:00 GMT

Moms, pack your swimsuit and emotional baggage, we're going on vacation!

We explore the experience of being a mom on vacation and how to make the best of it, from planning, to family time, and doing what we love too.

For Friends of the Show on Patreon, we share what we think our kids will remember about us on vacation, the good and the bad!

See full show notes on our website: How To Vacation Mom

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Erica's Evangelical Upbringing

Wed, 28 May 2025 07:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, Erica shares her experience growing up in the Evangelical Christian church. She reflects on both the meaningful aspects that she still values today, and what she finds problematic. Erica opens up about how her faith has evolved and what she now seeks in a church community.

Thanks so much for listening with an open heart.

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Fun With Perimenopause!

Wed, 14 May 2025 07:00:00 GMT

As ladies in our 40s, we've got perimenopause on our minds – let's chat about it! We share where we are personally in this journey, what our interaction with providers has been like , and how we'd like to see the conversation around perimenopause change.

For Friends of the Show on Patreon, we have a companion bonus book club episode for you! We are discussing The New Menopause by Dr. Mary Claire Haver. In the episode we dive even deeper into the changes that menopause brings and how we can navigate it as comfortably and gracefully as possible.

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Designing Our Summers

Wed, 30 Apr 2025 19:40:39 GMT

Let's design our summers! We're chatting about how we plan a summer with kids and get into topics like snacks, chores, screen time, and–oh yeah!–summer fun!

For Friends of the Show on Patreon, we're both sharing how we design great summers for ourselves as well (not just our kids!).

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Best Spouse/Worst Spouse Again

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 07:00:00 GMT

**Whoops, we scheduled this episode to come out a day early so it's our little Tuesday gift to you!**

In honor of both of our wedding anniversaries this month, we're bringing back a favorite relationship topic: best spouse/worst spouse!

In the spirit of loving honesty, and with full acknowledgement that we actually think our husbands are the best, we share the traits that make our husbands, and ourselves, the best and worst spouses.

For Friends of the Show on Patreon, we'd love to hear and chat about how you are the best and worst spouse/partner/or friend.

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Let's Talk About Abortion

Wed, 02 Apr 2025 07:00:00 GMT

We invite you to join us with an open heart as we discuss abortion. While we're not experts, we hope to model how we can have nuanced and meaningful conversations even on divisive topics.

Thank you so much for listening and being in conversation with us.

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Spring Bookshelf

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 07:00:00 GMT

It's time for another bookish episode! We check in on our reading lives, chat about what we're reading lately, and what we're looking forward to reading. Plus we share what our kids are reading lately. We mention what else we're listening to (besides audiobooks) and our recent memorable reading moment.

For Friends of the Show on Patreon, we're sharing our favorite reading and bookish accessories Plus, get bonus book club episodes this year as a Friend of the Show! We'll be reading and discussing The New Menopause and The Frozen River.

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Best Advice We've Heard

Wed, 05 Mar 2025 07:00:00 GMT

Today we're sharing the 10 best pieces of advice that we've heard. They touch on parenting, trusting yourself, personal finances, time management, navigating hard times, and more.

For Friends of the Show on Patreon, we're sharing the worst advice we've ever heard – we'd love to know if you agree!

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Little Changes, Big Difference

Wed, 19 Feb 2025 07:00:00 GMT

Sometimes a little change makes all the difference. Today we're sharing 10 little changes we've made that have made our lives better.

For Friends of the Show on Patreon, we're each sharing a nagging annoyance in our lives and we're asking for your ideas for little changes that might make them better.

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Organizing Wins & Fails

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 07:00:00 GMT

Join us for an honest chat about what's going well, and not so well, with organization in our homes and lives. Plus we brave our kids' rooms to see what they look–and smell–like.

For Friends of the Show on Patreon, we're each sharing a small organizing win that has a big impact.

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Our Intentions for 2025

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 07:00:00 GMT

We're bringing the new year energy to our annual show about our intentions, goals, and plans for the year ahead. We each share our word for the year, what big things are coming up for us this year, and, as always, leave messages for our future selves.

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Annual Airing of the Grievances

Wed, 08 Jan 2025 07:00:49 GMT

Before we set intentions and goals for the year, we like to clear the air. This episode has become an annual tradition in which we share the annoying things in our lives that we just need to speak out loud.

For Friends of the Show, we're each sharing something not annoying at all and that is actually making our lives quite pleasant.

As we start the 12th season of the show (!!) please consider becoming a Friend of the Show if you aren't already. Each year, Friends of the Show get bonus episodes from us, a sneak peak at our episode topics for the year, and access to all of our past bonus content. Thank you so much for supporting the work we do to produce the show!

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2024 Year in Review

Tue, 31 Dec 2024 07:00:49 GMT

That's a wrap for 2024! We look back at how our intentions for the year showed up for us, and share what made us laugh, cry, curse, and think. Plus we share favorites from the year and hear messages from our past selves.

And just a reminder that you can still join Kelsey's goal-setting workshop, Your Year to Shine.

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Listen While Hiding From Your Family

Wed, 25 Dec 2024 07:00:06 GMT

Shhhh...find a quiet spot amidst the holiday hubbub and enjoy this gift from us to you. We share our holiday horror stories and our best and worst mom gifts ever. Plus, Erica gives us a holiday would you rather quiz.

Happy holidays, friends! We hope you find a few quiet holiday moments alone. You deserve it!

And just a reminder that you can still join Kelsey's goal-setting workshop, Your Year to Shine.

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80s Kid Christmas

Wed, 11 Dec 2024 07:00:32 GMT

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Today we're getting nostalgic and festive: it's 80s Kid Christmas! We're walking down memory lane and remembering what Christmas was like during our childhoods in the glorious 80s.

For Friends of the Show, we're sharing what current Christmas trends we think will seem very outdated in 30+ years.

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Empties

Wed, 27 Nov 2024 07:00:43 GMT

These are the things we use up and love so much we buy them again. We swap our "empties" across food, personal care, makeup, and cleaning products. We hope you find a new favorite to try!

For Friends of the Show we think back to childhood and share our generational empties: the products we remember our family using, and maybe still use!

Plus, Erica gives us an update on her breast cancer treatment.

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Join Kelsey for Your Year to Shine 2025

Mon, 18 Nov 2024 20:11:17 GMT

Kelsey will be hosting her goal-setting workshop, Your Year to Shine, again for 2025. Join Kelsey to set realistic goals for the new year that fit your season of life and personality. Workshop content will be hosted on Substack and offered in podcast episodes to fit your full schedule, plus there will be Zoom meetings with Kelsey to refine your goals and to check in every quarter throughout the year. Registration is $159.

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Day Derailers

Wed, 13 Nov 2024 07:00:53 GMT

Today we're chatting about things that derail our days, and how we move forward. We talk about those everyday day derailers like moody kids, tech challenges, and an unexpected mess. And we explore those really big derailers including how we're processing the election and a recent breast cancer diagnosis. Then: how we move forward.

For Friends of the Show we're each sharing a recently derailed day that we had and how we handled them.

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Erica's Breast Cancer Diagnosis

Wed, 30 Oct 2024 07:00:28 GMT

Well that's the worst episode title we've ever had. As you can see, we have a hard episode today, friends, and tissues are required. Erica is sharing details about her recent breast cancer diagnosis, what she knows so far, and how she's doing.

Thanks for being here with us, and most importantly, please schedule a mammogram for yourself if you're old enough for one or if your doctor recommends one. Here are the CDC recommendations for breast cancer screening.

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Replay: Cookbooks & A Spooky Delivery

Wed, 16 Oct 2024 07:00:51 GMT

We're on a fall break this week and so are bringing you a favorite from our archives: Cookbooks & A Spooky Delivery. Originally published in November 2020.

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Fall Extravaganza & Our Spooky Boyfriends

Wed, 02 Oct 2024 07:00:53 GMT

Friends, it's time for our annual autumnal episode! Join us for a romp through fall flavored coffee creamers, a very serious (actually not at all) fall-themed would you rather, ridiculous candle sniffing – and more. You know the drill! Happy fall, friends!

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What's Your Monday?

Wed, 25 Sep 2024 07:00:25 GMT

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What's your Monday like, friends? We're spending the episode chatting all about ours: how they typically go, what's working well, and what's challenging. Plus, we share our best advice for the Sunday blues and Monday sickness. We also have a cry for help and an unexpected possible solution.

For Friends of the Show on Patreon, we're continuing the conversation talking about what our Fridays are like.

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Fall Reading Round Up

Wed, 18 Sep 2024 07:00:33 GMT

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Cozy up for a fall bookish chat about what we're reading and hope to read this fall. Plus, meet our in-person book club's new mascot who literally floated into our lives.

Just for Friends of the Show, visit our Patreon page where Erica will be giving a video tour of her fall TBR stack!

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How We're Using Social Media Lately

Wed, 04 Sep 2024 07:00:29 GMT

As social media has changed, so have our habits. Join us as we reflect and check in with ourselves. We share how we use social media lately, how we feel about it, and how our habits have changed over time. Plus the pros and cons we see in social media for ourselves and society.

For Friends of the Show, we share how we're thinking about allowing our kids use social media (or not).

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Real Life Dinners

Wed, 28 Aug 2024 07:00:22 GMT

What's happening with dinner at our houses? We're talking all about it from what we actually eat, what our kids are picky about, and what the dinner vibes are like lately. Along the way we ponder Manwich and the proper way to eat a corn dog. Bon appetit!

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School Mom 101

Wed, 21 Aug 2024 07:00:39 GMT

Calling all school moms, this episode is for you! We're sharing our best advice for the big transition of sending your child to school, for the first time and for the seasoned school moms too. We chat about what to expect, how to communicate with teachers, and give lots of permission (as we do) so that you won't be overwhelmed.

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Keeping A Sustainable Home

Wed, 07 Aug 2024 07:00:16 GMT

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Kelsey is in the hot seat today as Erica interviews her about practicing sustainability at home. Along the way we have a nostalgic moment with Ferngully, offer lots of practical tips, and give you permission to do your best. Just for Friends of the Show, Kelsey shares the unsustainable things she sees people doing that she wants to correct (but is usually too nice to do so).

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Join Kelsey for Everyday Habits, Routines, and Rituals

Wed, 31 Jul 2024 07:00:17 GMT

This fall, Kelsey is offering Everyday Habits, Rituals, and Routines, a workshop to bring more intention to your days. Hear more about it in this episode from her RISING*SHINING podcast.

Real Life Homes

Wed, 24 Jul 2024 16:27:21 GMT

Today we're bringing you the third episode in our Everyday Home Series. We're inviting you into our homes and chatting about how we actually live in them. From where we do most of our living to where we eat, and where we keep those random household necessities. Plus, some desert-specific ways we live in our homes.

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Affordable Home Decor

Wed, 17 Jul 2024 07:00:43 GMT

Continuing our Everyday Home Series, we chat about our best affordable home decor tips. We share the best home updates you can make for under $100 and our favorite affordable brands. Plus where we save money on decor versus where we've found it's worth spending a bit more.

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Creating A Home You Love

Wed, 10 Jul 2024 07:00:42 GMT

Welcome to our summer Everyday Home series! Today we're chatting about creating a home that you love to live in and that works for your family. Stay tuned for our next episodes on affordable home design and how we actual live in our homes.

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Evening Routines

Wed, 26 Jun 2024 07:00:43 GMT

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Join us for an evening routines choose-your-own adventure! Down one path you'll find orderly calm, and down the other it's boisterous bordering on chaotic.

Do not take detours for shower complaints nor a pre-bedtime cheese stick. Beware your husband's toothbrush in the dark! But do get as specific and quirky as you would like when it comes to getting yourself ready for bed. And don't worry, those late night snacks are off the books.

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Bulldog Boundaries

Wed, 19 Jun 2024 07:00:45 GMT

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We all have our superpowers and one of Erica's is setting and encouraging boundaries. Get ready for some big sister energy from the Queen of Boundaries herself as we explore why and how we set boundaries. We hope you'll feel empowered to set and hold any boundaries that you need in your life!

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Revisiting Kids and Screen Time

Wed, 12 Jun 2024 07:00:58 GMT

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Today we're inventing the wheel as we drive, or at least that's how it can feel when it comes to kids and screen time. This is a topic we're revisiting so we share what devices and screen privileges our kids have now, what we've changed our minds about, and our best parenting advice for kids and screens.

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Unpacking Diet Culture

Wed, 29 May 2024 07:00:37 GMT

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Let's Go Camping!

Wed, 15 May 2024 07:00:38 GMT

Roll out your sleeping bag or hook up your RV, we’re going camping! We share our best advice for tent and RV camping including how to get started, what to eat, and our best tips and hacks. We’ll see you in the woods!

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Living & Mothering Confidently

Wed, 01 May 2024 07:00:18 GMT

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Plant Lady Talk

Wed, 24 Apr 2024 07:00:06 GMT

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Join us for the plant talk fun, and stay for the plant therapy you need. We share our plant triumphs, our shame, and our best tips. Along the way we ponder the instant death of succulents, phallic blooms, and the superiority of yucca fries. We also dream about our old lady gardening goals and need you to weigh in on a husband hairbrush transgression.

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Surviving the 2024 Election

Wed, 17 Apr 2024 07:00:20 GMT

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Let's take a collective deep breath and have a conversation about how we're navigating this election season. We give our most optimistic pitch for why we think everyone should care about politics and vote, and chat about how we're taking care of ourselves through the election. Plus, how to have conversations when we disagree.

Friends of the Show can join us on Patreon in discussing exactly how we engage in the news to stay informed but not overwhelmed.

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Spring Reading Round Up

Wed, 03 Apr 2024 07:00:15 GMT

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Looking for a great book this spring? We have some suggestions!

We're sharing what books we've read lately, what's next in our TBR queues, and the books our kids have loved recently. Plus, we talk about what else we've been listening to, and each recount a recent memorable reading moment. For Friends of the Show on Patreon we're talking about the success – and challenge – of trying to read with our husbands.

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Nailed It & Lava Rocks

Wed, 20 Mar 2024 07:00:17 GMT

We have passionate feelings about keeping our nails painted, but bare nails are also welcome in this episode! We chat about how we paint our nails and why, what colors we go for and avoid, and share funny nail painting stories. Along the way we try to avoid lava rocks and being naked and scratchy. Also, please don't look too closely at our toes!

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Family Culture Around Hard Stuff

Wed, 13 Mar 2024 07:00:20 GMT

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Every family deals with hard stuff, from the everyday to the serious. Today we continue our conversation about family culture talking about how we deal with hard stuff in our families. Along the way we remind ourselves to think, "I knew you'd do that," and that kids most definitely can smell fear. On Patreon, we're talking about what we most often disagree with our spouses about and how we address those issues.

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Family Culture Around Quality Time

Wed, 06 Mar 2024 07:00:56 GMT

Today we're diving into how we create family culture with quality time. We talk about what quality time looks like in our families currently and what it doesn't look like. For Friends of the Show, we're chatting over on Patreon about quality time with our spouses.

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This Is So Awkward: Modern Puberty Explained

Kelsey wrote a blog post about taking a day off

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Organizing Kid Stuff

Wed, 21 Feb 2024 07:00:50 GMT

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We're wrapping up our organizing series by talking about how we manage kid stuff. We talk about clothes, books, and toys as well as school things and extracurricular gear. Plus we share our tips for decluttering kid stuff if it's driving you bananas.

We've also freshened up some parts of our show after 10 years. We hope you enjoy the changes!

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Our other recent organizing episodes: Organizing Wins & Fails, Organizing Stuff Cycles

Related episode you might enjoy: Clothing Kids

Fair Play

Quince Revive Nylon Tote

Shine Stopper

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Organizing Stuff Cycles

Wed, 14 Feb 2024 07:00:06 GMT

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Let's keep talking about organizing! This week we're diving into four categories of stuff cycles: food, laundry, paper, and our cars (where stuff is constantly cycling through). We share what works for us and where our challenges are. Along the way you'll meet the Laundry Captain and Car Lieutenant plus your mind will be blown when we show you what to do with your bread bags.

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Our episode Let's Talk About Our Periods!

The Lazy Genius Kitchen and her podcast

Kelsey's laundry baskets

The Mom Hour

Bamboo pajamas

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Organizing Wins & Fails

Wed, 07 Feb 2024 07:00:45 GMT

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We're kicking off a three-part organizing series so come on in! Today we're chatting current organization wins and fails, little changes that have made a big difference, and each revealing our Monica closet. Along the way we ponder the aggression of fitted sheets and why everyone should try to add a Command hook to their life.

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Photo file box that Erica uses to organize her many card games

Rothy's slippers

L'Oreal Professional Next Day Hair texture spray

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Our Intentions for 2024

Wed, 24 Jan 2024 07:00:21 GMT

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Join us as we officially welcome 2024! We share what's on the horizon for each of us in 2024, our one-word intentions for the year, and our goals across all areas of our lives. Plus we get a little woo woo and pull animal spirit cards to see which spirits are guiding us this year. And, as always, we leave messages for our future selves to hear. We are wishing you a bright + hopeful 2024, friends!

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Our very old episode where we talk about Saw Guy!

Erica's addition necklace

AG1

Home Exchange

The SHU Box by Sarah Hart-Unger

Animal Spirit deck

The Fall of the House of Usher

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10 More Annoying Things

Wed, 10 Jan 2024 07:00:56 GMT

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New year, new grievances! We're kicking off the year with a laugh by sharing another round-up of annoying things. Think of this as our annual "airing of the grievances" to clear the air before we embark on our lofty goals. From mismatched socks to scary sinks and crumby counters, laugh and nod along as we share some very annoying things.

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Our episode from 2023: 10 Things Annoying Us Lately

Yoto Player Mini

Kindle Oasis

Tartelette tubing mascara

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2023 Wrap Up

Wed, 27 Dec 2023 07:00:19 GMT

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It's our last episode of 2023! We reflect on our intentions for the year – abundance and tend – after remembering what they actually were. We share our "bests" of 2023 and what made us laugh, cry, curse, and think. Thank you so much for listening along this year and being part of the conversation. We are wishing you a peaceful end to 2023 and lots of good in 2024!

Mentioned on the show:

Daily habit tracker from Elise Joy (sign up for the newsletter to get the tracker)

Your Year to Shine: A Goals Workshop with Kelsey Wharton

I Must Betray You

The Silent Patient

The Anthropocene Reviewed

The Castle in the Attic

1 by One record player

Comfier electric cordless scalp massager

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Holiday Home: A Kindness Mindset

Wed, 13 Dec 2023 07:00:51 GMT

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We're wrapping up this year's Holiday Home series with an episode all about practicing a kindness mindset this season. We share what makes us feel grinchy and how we can make our way back to kindness amidst holiday stress. Plus we talk about specific ways we show kindness to people in our lives and community this time of year. Along the way we stumble into the controversial topic of to bake for neighbors or not.

Mentioned on the show:

Our previous Holiday Home Episodes: Holiday Logistics, Holiday Favorites, and last year's Holiday Decor & Organization, Holiday Magic & Nostalgia, and the Christmas Explosion Aftermath.

Harney & Sons Decaf Hot Cinnamon tea

Erica mentions velvet pants -- we could not find a link but they are Pilco brand via Nuuly. These are similar.

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Holiday Home: Holiday Favorites

Wed, 06 Dec 2023 07:00:18 GMT

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Get cozy and join us as we share our holiday favorites! Plus a pine-scented candle sniff test and review, and a favorites lightening round.

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Our episode Everyday and Divine Feminism

Klaus

8-Bit Christmas

Calm Christmas and a Happy New Year

In A Holidaze

Amazing Peace

When Santa Was A Baby

The Nutcracker of Harlem

Christmas in Killarney

Pass Me A Pint

Cup of Jo gifts guides

New York Magazine gift guides

Sausage balls (thanks for the rec, Joanna!)

Jingle Juice: Fresca, vodka (if you'd like), cranberry juice. Garnish with cranberries and rosemary.

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Holiday Home: Holiday Logistics

Wed, 29 Nov 2023 07:00:35 GMT

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Let's get festive, shall we? We're kicking off another Holiday Home series and today we're chatting all about holiday logistics. From how we stay organized, to why dinner is so offensive this time of year, and how we'll each be spending the holidays. Plus, a gift-wrapping deep dive which might get a little aggressive.

Mentioned on the show:

Last year's Holiday Home series: holiday planning and decor, magic and memories, Christmas explosion aftermath.

How to Make the Rest of 2023 Easier (The Lazy Genius podcast)

The Lazy Genius Holiday Docket

Brittney Blane Holiday Planner

Christmas Planner (Etsy)

The best pimiento cheese (Kelsey's family recipe)

Hanging gift wrap organizer

Fabric reusable gift wrap

Gift wrap cutter

Anomaly leave-in conditioner

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Our Style & A Jeans Deep Dive

Wed, 15 Nov 2023 07:00:11 GMT

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We're inviting you into our closets as we chat about our wardrobes and style. We share how trendy we are (and aren't), how we find clothes to fit our bodies, and the best ways to try new styles. Plus we do a deep dive on jeans.

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Our previous episodes about style and wardrobes: Summer Wardrobes & Firm Bottoms, Beauty Uniforms & How Not To Shower

Sunshine bathmat rug

Title IX tech joggers

Rothy's slip-on sneakers

Not Perfect Linen

Linen jumpsuit from kindlyLinen

Maeve brand

Pilcro brand

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Announcing Kelsey's Your Year to Shine: A Goals Workshop

Mon, 06 Nov 2023 07:00:31 GMT

We're excited to share that Kelsey will be hosting Your Year to Shine: A Goals Workshop in early 2024 and registration is now open.

More details are in this episode of the RISING*SHINING podcast and on Kelsey's blog post: Announcing Your Year to Shine: A Goals Workshop

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Our Early Bird and Night Owl Habits

Wed, 01 Nov 2023 07:00:16 GMT

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We're chatting about whether we're wired as early birds or night owls. We compare our early morning and late night habits, explore what those times of day feel like to us, and share how our husbands' early bird tendencies are aligned – or not – with ours. Plus funny stories of being night owls and early birds.

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The Lazy Genius podcast

Happier podcast

Laneige Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Cleansing Foam

Nerve plant

ZZ plant

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Traveling Tips & Misadventures

Wed, 18 Oct 2023 07:00:12 GMT

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Pack your bags and join us as we chat about traveling! We share travel fails, the magic of solo travel, our approaches for travel planning, and our top 10 travel tips and products.

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Wicked Makers

How to make a Halloween mummy

Snacks On A Plane episode

Travel Goals & Pouch Cocktails

The #1 Trick to Enjoying Family Travel (Cup of Jo post)

Canvas pouch (out of stock) but similar

Packing cubes with laundry bag

Tips for flying with a toddler (Kelsey's blog post)

Quiet Loop earplugs

Lotta from Stockholm clogs

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Fall Extravaganza & Our Ghost Lives

Wed, 04 Oct 2023 07:00:09 GMT

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Happy Fall Extravaganza, friends! It's our annual autumnal show where we go all! out! for fall. This year we bring you a charcuterie tasting of the delicious and the disgusting. We're debuting Fall-stalgia and bringing back Small Fall. We discuss our ghost lives, play fall "would you rather?", debate eating whole pumpkin seeds and kissing your kids on the mouth, smell secret candles – and more! We hope this brings you all the fall feels in the best way. Happy fall!

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Fall Reading Round Up & Books That Changed Our Lives

Wed, 20 Sep 2023 07:00:15 GMT

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One of our favorite ways to cozy up this season is with a great book, and we have so many to tell you about. We each share our top fall book recommendations plus the three books that changed our lives. We also talk about what we're currently reading, share what else we're reading, and swap recent memorable bookish moments. Happy fall reading!

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Anatomy: A Love Story

Inspector Gamache series

Night Circus

I Miss You When I Blink

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Our episode Self-Help Books & Eye Candy TV

Our episode Our Faith and Non-Belief

Greta Gerwig's Barbie Dream Job

Connect with us on Goodreads: Erica, Kelsey

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Current School Routines

Wed, 06 Sep 2023 07:00:16 GMT

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Ah, we love the smell of fresh pencils and notebooks in September! Our kids have all been back to school for several weeks so we're checking in on our current school routines, wins, and challenges. We also compare notes on the differences between homeschooling and public school. Plus, Erica gives us a deep dive on how she plans and delivers her homeschool curriculum. We both delight in her planner organization and use of sticker paper.

Mentioned on the show:

Snacks & Hats on a Monkey episode

Schoolnest Homeschool Lesson Planning Minimalist Notebook

Schoolnest Nature Notebook: A Diary of Observations

Sticker paper

Erica's Homeschoolhood podcast where she goes into even more detail about homeschool

(re)zip sandwich bags

reusable snack bags (Target brand)

bluetooth headphones for kids

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Our Faith and Non-Belief

Wed, 23 Aug 2023 07:00:24 GMT

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We're inviting you to an honest, deep conversation about our experiences and beliefs around faith and not having faith.

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Life Below Zero

A Beautiful Mess podcast: Elsie's Evangelical Upbringing Story and Emma's Evangelical Upbringing Story

The Most Good You Can Do

Jen Hatmaker

Glennon Doyle

Carlos Whittaker

Lamb: The Gospel According to Biff, Christ's Childhood Pal

You Have Permission podcast

Wiser Than Me podcast

Smitten Kitchen Keepers cookbook

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Living Through Moving & Home Renovations

Wed, 09 Aug 2023 07:00:28 GMT

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Pardon our dust as we compare notes on our experiences with moving and home renovations. We talk about what we did to make these big transitions easier, and what we wish we'd done. Plus how to parent through the chaos and how to stay (mostly) calm when things inevitably don't go as planned.

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Babel

The Measure

Title Nine tech joggers

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The Work of Great Marriages

Wed, 26 Jul 2023 07:00:18 GMT

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We love talking about our marriages on and off the mics, and today we're at it again chatting about the day-to-day work of making our marriages great. Along the way we talk about having difficult conversations, how we dream and plan with our spouses, and what parenting has taught us about marriage. Plus why comedy specials can be great for your relationship and a detour into the marriage trope we reject.

Mentioned on the show:

Our previous episodes about marriage: Our Approach to Equity in Marriage, Best Spouse/Worst Spouse, Household Division of Labor, and Communication in Marriage

Erica's Cheater Pants Marg: 21 Seeds grapefruit hibiscus tequila topped with Fresca over a lot of ice. Add a lime wedge and a salt rim if desired.

Pillow covers

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Online Behavior for Grown Ups

Wed, 12 Jul 2023 07:00:18 GMT

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Today we're talking about the important topic of how to behave – and not behave – online. We share our nuanced thoughts on cancel culture, our personal practices when it comes to online behavior, and whether or not we've ever been #cancelled. Along the way we dissect the difference between being cancelled and accountability, between being defensive and offended, and opting out versus speaking up.

Mentioned on the show:

@athomeasitisinheaven

Now What? How to Move Forward When We're Divided About Almost Everything

Let's Talk About Hard Things

Shame, Safety, and Moving Beyond Cancel Culture episode of The Ezra Klein Show

Book darts

KAVU original rope sling pack

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Summer Reading Round Up

Wed, 28 Jun 2023 07:00:59 GMT

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Looking for a great summer read? You're sure to find a few as we chat about our summer reading habits, what we've read lately, and each share three great summer book recommendations. Plus we talk about how we keep our kids reading during the summer and the books our kids ages 3 to 11 have enjoyed lately. We also share what else we're reading plus share memorable reading moments. Happy summer reading, friends!

Mentioned on the show:

Find us on Goodreads: Kelsey, Erica

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Games We Love, Hate, and Made Up

Wed, 14 Jun 2023 07:00:07 GMT

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Shuffle the cards and set up the board because we've got an episode packed with games. From the games we played growing up, to our favorite games to play with kids at different ages, and games we love to play with our spouses. Plus how to make games fun with kids when they're trying to be the worst and the games we refuse to play. Can we deal you in?

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...for the full list of games we mention plus links to our Obsessions, check out our website show notes.

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Thoughts on Middle Age & Aging

Wed, 31 May 2023 07:00:01 GMT

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In December, Kelsey will join Erica in the 40-somethings club so we've got middle age and aging on our minds. We share what changes we're noticing so far as we age, from gray hair to how society views us and more, and all our feelings about those things. Then we share habits inspired by our aging and our badass older lady role models. Strong feelings about the cultural expectations on how women age are sprinkled liberally throughout.

Mentioned on the show:

I Feel Bad About My Neck

Our Let's Talk About Our Periods! episode

Jen Hatmaker on perimenopause

Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-Dreyfus

Melitta Pour-Over Coffee Brewer and Carafe

Up & Up brand Daily Moisturizing Lotion

Jergens Ultra Healing Lotion

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Parenting Tweens

Wed, 17 May 2023 07:00:48 GMT

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Today we're talking about our experience parenting tweens so far, those delightfully empathetic and inconsistently responsible 9-12 year olds of ours. We revisit our tween selves before sharing what's wonderful and challenging about living with our tweens. Then we share advice for other parents of tweens and the best resources we've found for parenting tweens. Fellow tween parents, you're doing great!

Mentioned on the show:

Threw It On The Ground video

First Phone: A Child's Guide to Digital Responsibility, Safety, and Etiquette

Newsletter with the tween throwing up analogy (also referenced in Cup of Jo post linked below)

Me and My Feelings

How To Talk So Teens Will Listen, And Listen So Teens Will Talk

Untangled: Guiding Teenage Girls Through the Seven Transitions Into Adulthood

Parenting Without Power Struggles

Cup of Jo Posts on tweens/teenagers: A List of Things to NOT Do If You Have Preteens; What Has Surprised Me About Preteens; 11 Reader Comments on Parenting Teenagers

14 Talks By Age 14: The Essential Conversations You Need to Have with Your Kids Before They Start High School

Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle

Lululemon crossbody bag / and the crossbody bag that Kelsey has

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What We Hope We Teach Our Kids

Wed, 03 May 2023 07:00:03 GMT

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In honor of Mother's Day this month we're each sharing five things we hope we teach our kids before they leave the house. Plus one thing each from ourselves and our husbands that we hope they don't learn!

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Mattress topper

Vooray Burner gym bag

Nuuly: clothing rental + resale

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Preparing for May Madness

Wed, 19 Apr 2023 07:00:26 GMT

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We're toasting bagels and calling it dinner as we huddle up to prepare for May Madness, that last month of school that gets real hectic real fast. We share how we're each rolling into the end of school and compare the May Madness of homeschool to public school. Then we anticipate May challenges and brainstorm the future high fives we can give ourselves. We hope this episode helps to make your May a little bit tamer!

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Trident salmon burgers

They Went Left

Lululemon crossbody bag / and the crossbody bag that Kelsey has

Salad and Go!

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Looking Back: Friendship

Wed, 12 Apr 2023 07:00:43 GMT

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We're capping off our Looking Back retrospective series talking about friendship, which is a topic we're asked about a lot! We share funny friendship stories, how friendship has changed as an adult, and friendship lessons we've learned. Along the way, imaginary tea parties are abandoned and friends are on trial in back alleys.

Mentioned on the show:

The Lazy Genius Podcast episodes on friendship: How To Find A New Relationship Rhythm; The Friendship Episode, Part One with Laura Tremaine; The Friendship Episode, Part Two with Laura Tremaine.

The Life Council: The 10 Friendships Every Woman Needs

The Mom Hour

Kelsey bought matching headbands for Maeve and herself from the Etsy shop Bellaheadbands

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Quick Update: no new episode this week!

Wed, 05 Apr 2023 07:00:00 GMT

The universe – and its germs – have been conspiring against us so we don't have a new episode for you this week. We're bummed too! We'll work on getting better and plan to be back with the last episode in our Looking Back series next week, which will be all about friendship.

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Looking Back: Parenting So Far

Wed, 29 Mar 2023 07:00:55 GMT

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Today we continue our Looking Back series with reflections and shared laughs over our parenting experience so far. We became parents within two years of each other and while being next door neighbors. And much of it has been chronicled on this podcast! We talk about how we each became parents, revisit the challenges and cuteness of toddler years (which is not much of a stretch for Kelsey), compare notes on having same-gender siblings very close in age, and consider what we've learned about ourselves along the way. We'd love for you to join us; meet us out on the driveway!

Mentioned on the show:

@maryvangeffen on Instagram

@destini.ann on Instagram

@attachmentnerd on Instagram

How To Talk So Kids Will Listen, and Listen So Kids Will Talk

How to Talk So Little Kids Will Listen, and Listen So Little Kids Will Talk

Parenting Without Parenting Struggles

Simplicity Parenting

The Mom Hour podcast

What Fresh Hell podcast

Cup of Jo parenting posts

Usery Mountain Regional Park

Lost Dutchman State Park

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Looking Back: 10 Seasons of the Podcast

Wed, 22 Mar 2023 07:00:24 GMT

We're kicking off a three-part series around the theme of "looking back." Today we're looking back at making this podcast for 10 (!) seasons. We're remembering how the show got started, thinking about how it's changed, and sharing our favorite episodes. Then we each share the impact that making a podcast together has had on our lives and our friendship. Plus we look ahead to what's next for the show.

The Photo Challenge Next Door (our first creative collaboration!)

Our past episode about how we make the show: Behind the Scenes & Under Construction

Other past episodes we mention...

Book Club: Educated

Etiquette & Napkins in Your Lap

Scary Stuff & Biscuit Cans

Bathing Habits & Hair Fossils

Fall Extravaganza 2020!

A Conversation about White Privilege

Parenting Toddlers & Nothing Is Easy

L'ange Le Duo 360 Air Flow Styler

Fruit of the Loom women's seamless low rise briefs

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COVID-19 Time Capsule

Wed, 08 Mar 2023 07:00:09 GMT

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We're reflecting on and processing our COVID-19 pandemic experiences, from what was hardest to where we found joy, and how the pandemic still shapes our lives today with some chalk art, sourdough, and drive-by birthdays along the way.

Mentioned on the show:

Kelsey's blog posts about COVID-19

#ColdTreatsWednesday (actually started in 2021 not 2020 like Kelsey mentions on the show)

Pinch of Yum Best Soft Chocolate Chip Cookies

Dalgona coffee

The Last of Us

OFFLINE by Aerie Real Me High Waisted Leggings

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Winter Reading Round Up

Wed, 22 Feb 2023 07:00:37 GMT

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We could talk books all day and are back with another reading round up. We're sharing what we've been reading and what our kids are reading. Plus, we're debuting new reading round up segments including What Else Are You Reading? and Memorable Reading Moment (MRM if you will...TBD). Happy reading!

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6 Organizing Strategies We're Loving

Wed, 08 Feb 2023 07:00:35 GMT

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Grab your clear bins because it's time for our annual household organizing episode! We've got laundry high-fives, whiteboards being used for evil, and an organizing lightening round with very strong opinions.

Mentioned on the show:

ProKeeper storage containers

Ikea magazine file boxes

How Kelsey manages kids' art and makes photo books with it

House tissue box cover

Food52 vinyl kitchen mats

Latch hook Valentine pillow kit

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Our Intentions for 2023

Wed, 25 Jan 2023 07:00:47 GMT

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Join us as we welcome 2023! We each share a snapshot of what life will look like for our families this year. Then we reveal our one-word themes for the year plus our goals across different areas of life. We close the show by sharing hopeful messages to our future selves, and encourage you to do the same!

Mentioned on the show:

Lazy Genius Podcast episode: How to Start Fresh Without Starting Over

Ember mug

Smitten Kitchen Keepers cookbook

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10 Things Annoying Us Lately

Wed, 11 Jan 2023 07:00:46 GMT

New year, new goals, yada, yada, yada. As we embrace a gentle start to 2023 we're kicking off our tenth season by laughing over the things that are annoying us lately. We bet you can relate to more than a few of them. We'll be back in two weeks with our intentions and goals for 2023!

Mentioned on the show:

i.d.e.a. Museum in Mesa

Arizona Museum of Natural History

Olipop sodas

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Wrapping Up 2022

Wed, 28 Dec 2022 07:00:45 GMT

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It's our last episode of 2022 and we're reflecting on the year that was. We each share what made us laugh, cry, and curse this year. Plus what we spent too much time and/or money on and what made us proud. Finally, we listen to the messages we recorded for ourselves at the beginning of the year and see if what we predicted came true. Happy new year, friends! Thanks for spending time with us this past year and for all of the ways you support the show.

Mentioned on the show:

East Park Donuts in Nashville

The Lost City

When Breath Becomes Air

And Yet poetry collection

The Book of Longings

Mateo's Gourmet Salsa - medium

Herdez Guacamole Salsa - medium

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Holiday Home: Part 3

Wed, 14 Dec 2022 07:00:52 GMT

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We're back for Part 3 of our Holiday Home series to help you navigate the Christmas Explosion Aftermath. We have an episode full of practical tips for managing the mess and stuff of the holidays, as well as for parenting on Christmas day and afterwards. We end with the ways we ease into January routine and new year intentions, all topped off with peppermint whipped cream. Happy holidays, friends!

Mentioned on the show:

Peppermint whipped dairy topping

Glowing desk lamp with USB ports

Rothy's slippers

Everlane ReNew Tote

Book of the Month Club

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Holiday Home: Part 2

Wed, 30 Nov 2022 07:00:34 GMT

*We'll be hosting a live online Holiday Hangout for Friends of the Show on Saturday, December 3. Details are posted on our Patreon page. We hope to see you there!*

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Get cozy and join us for Part 2 of our festive, honest, and fun Holiday Home series! Today we're chatting about creating holiday magic, nostalgia and emotions, and being present during the season.

Mentioned on the show:

Pour and Feed indoor plant fertilizer

The Best Pimiento Cheese!

Kelsey's reusable felt advent calendar

Calm Christmas and a Happy New Year

Car trash can

Victrola Empire record player

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Holiday Home: Part 1

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 07:00:30 GMT

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Come on in and get cozy as we kick off our three-part Holiday Home series. It's going to be festive, honest, and fun! Today we're chatting about holiday logistics, organization, and decor. Over the next two Holiday Home episodes we'll talk about creating holiday magic and being present, and about navigating the holiday explosion aftermath. Happy holidays, everyone!

Mentioned on the show:

Rainbow Resource Center

Sara Gorley Christmas planner

The Holiday Docket - The Lazy Genius

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Our Favorite Things in 2022

Wed, 02 Nov 2022 07:00:09 GMT

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These are a few of our favorite things...in 2022! We're swapping favorite splurges, kid things, tiny joys, and great adulting finds (you know, the kind of stuff you only get really excited about as an adult). We hope you find some things you might like to try or to put on your wish list!

Mentioned on the show:

Eufy Robovac Slim

Allbirds low sneakers and slippers

West Elm towel hooks

Allen + Roth towel hooks

Cascade platinum dishwasher pods

"If your dishwasher still sucks, try a different detergent." – New York Times

Chadwick mid-century bed frame

Land's End white seed stitch quilt

Kindle Oasis

Roborock wet/dry robot vacuum

...see the more links to our recommendations in the show notes at girlnextdoorpodcast.com.

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Fall Reading Round Up

Wed, 19 Oct 2022 07:00:28 GMT

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It's the perfect season to cozy up with a great book so join us for our fall reading round up. We check in on our current reading habits then dive into books. We share the books we've recently finished and loved plus what our kids have been reading lately. Happy fall reading, friends!

Mentioned on the show:

The Near Witch

The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue

Magic Lessons

The Hour of the Witch

The Maid

Fairy Tale

Project Hail Mary

Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow

Catastrophic Happiness: Finding Joy in Childhood's Messy Years

Wish You Were Here

Behind the Scenes at the Museum

Percy Jackson novels and graphic novels

The Endling series

Wishtree

Nathan Hale's Hazardous Tales

Willodeen

Little Blue Truck's Halloween

Kit and Caboodle

Elvis

Bubble Up scrubber

Rubbermaid Brilliance food storage

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Fall Extravaganza and An Autumnal Abomination

Wed, 05 Oct 2022 07:00:55 GMT

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It's the podcast version of jumping into a pile of leaves together...it's Fall Extravaganza! So grab your fuzzy socks and a can of expired pumpkin and join us for cozy, hilarious fall goodness. We've got a fall-themed would you rather, bravely taste a true autumnal abomination, and have strong feelings about scarecrows. There are appearances by Halloween costumes of our past and creepy kids, plus classics like Falliday and the candle sniff quiz. Happy fall, friends!

Mentioned on the show:

Chore Pad app

Expressie nail polishes: In A Flash Sale, Saffr-on the Move, Now Or Never

Haribo Halloween sour vampire bat gummies

Brach's Tailgate candy corn

Ellen scare video (for more just search for "Ellen scare videos")

Pinch of Yum wild rice soup

Red beans and rice recipe

Our Fall Feels playlist on Spotify

Autumn Bucket List printable (A Beautiful Mess)

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To-do Lists and Accountability Challenge

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 07:00:58 GMT

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We're giving ourselves a month to complete a few big projects and by the magic of audio engineering you can see how we did. Plus we chat about the current state of our to-do lists and how to work with our personalities and life seasons.

Mentioned on the show:

Schoolnest Homeschool Lesson Planning Notebook

Todoist app

Google Keep

Weekly Intentions printable

Our past episode: Family Memory Keeping

Kelsey's blog post: Managing our family photos

Bamboo electronics organizer

Greek Gods strawberry yogurt

Popsicle mold

The Bear

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Become a Friend of the Show!

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 07:00:40 GMT

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We're excited to announce the launch of our Patreon community which gives listeners a way to financially support the show plus have access to bonus episodes and live virtual hangouts with us. Thank you so much for considering supporting the show by becoming a Friend of the Show!

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Everyday and Divine Feminism

Wed, 07 Sep 2022 07:00:47 GMT

We have much to say and many strong feelings about being women. In our conversation, we share what we love and what we find challenging about being women. Then we explore the power and beauty of feminism, the everyday and the divine, as well as the places we express feminism, from the home to our faith to the gym.

Mentioned on the show:

Raising Girls, Raising Boys podcast episode

Jesus Feminist: An Invitation to Revisit the Bible's View of Women

A Year of Biblical Womanhood

The Making of Biblical Womanhood

Pastrix

The Gospels: A New Translation

The Moon Within

STRONG AS A MOTHER shirts

Escaping Polygamy

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How We Are and Aren't Turning Into Our Parents

Wed, 24 Aug 2022 07:00:05 GMT

Are we or are we not turning into our parents? The answer is yes. Along the way we find out why someone might think you're in a relationship with your mom, who is and isn't buying the fun lunchbox food, and what we learned from an impassioned letter asking for a pet.

Mentioned on the show:

BevBands

Del Monte Veggieful Pocket Pies

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School Volunteering at Your Speed

Wed, 10 Aug 2022 07:00:01 GMT

We're taking the pressure and guilt out of being involved at your kids' school. We share the volunteers activities that weren't our favorite, the ones that were, and the lessons we learned. Plus we're giving you permission to say "no" when you want to and feel good about it.

Mentioned on the show:

How To Say And Accept "No" episode

The Big Fib podcast

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How We're Cheap and Splurgy

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 07:00:34 GMT

From the Loops and golf carts of our past to the decaying bedspreads and fancy vacuums of our present, today we're chatting about cheap and splurgy spending habits. Plus we share the ways we spend differently than our spouses and our favorite cheap thrills.

Mentioned on the show:

Kelsey's Wisconsin blog posts: Hello from Wisconsin!; Summer days in Wisconsin; Our month in Eau Claire

Caraway pots and pans

Cole Haan Zerogrand shoes

Mint mobile

Away suitcases

Epson Ecotank 3850

Owala FreeSip water bottle

Best Day Court on Instagram

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Kids and Screen Time

Wed, 13 Jul 2022 05:00:49 GMT

Today we're digging into the seven-layer dip of parenting, also known as navigating screen time for kids. We share how our kids are using screens currently, how we evaluate media, and what's on our "nope" list. Plus we bravely look ahead to the teen years and think about we how we might manage screens and social media use.

Mentioned on the show:

Reply All podcast episode about YouTube Kids: "The Great Momo Panic"

Poki.com

Common Sense Media

Ace Fitbit watch for kids

Birkenstock sandals

Turbie Twist hair towel

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Summer Reading Round Up

Wed, 29 Jun 2022 05:00:18 GMT

Let's talk about what we're reading this summer! We share our recent reads and what's on deck. Plus we discuss how we know when to abandon a book and what our summer reading habits are like.

Mentioned on the show:

My Oxford Year

The Throne of Glass series

Court of Thorns and Roses

The Maid

The Golden Couple

The Ten Thousand Doors of January

I Guess I Haven't Learned That Yet

This Is How The Word Is Passed

The Golem and the Jinni

Midsummer's Mayhem

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows

Wings of Fire series

Magic Tree House series

This Time Tomorrow

Now What?

What the Fireflies Knew

The Lager Queen of Minnesota

Modern Mrs. Darcy Summer 2022 Reading Guide

The Great Alone

Dill pickle salad kit

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Time Management Wins & Challenges

Wed, 15 Jun 2022 05:00:53 GMT

We're sending you a calendar invite to chat about time management. So pencil us in to hear what systems and tools we currently use. Plus the time management challenges we are trying to conquer. End-of-school madness and summer schedules, we are definitely looking at you.

Mentioned on the show:

Jumbo Command bathroom hook

Plum Paper Homeschool Planner

School Nest Homeschool Planner

Weekly Intentions printable

To-doist app

Busy Toddler preschool activities

SwimWays Spring Float Recliner XL

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Solo Parenting Toolbox

Wed, 01 Jun 2022 07:00:28 GMT

Although we usually co-parent with our awesome spouses, we've raked up many solo-parenting hours as well. We're sharing the tips we've learned along the way and getting honest about our solo-parenting strengths and weaknesses. Plus what's the worst and also kind of the best about being the only parent on duty once in a while.

Mentioned on the show:

Yeti tumbler handle

Bondi Sands self-tanner

Everyday Gradual Tanner

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Celebrities & Immersed in Lavender

Wed, 18 May 2022 07:00:41 GMT

This episode is like picking up a celebrity gossip magazine at the airport. We've got past and current celebrity crushes, real-life encounters with famous people, and hot-takes on controversial stars. Plus, the celebrities we might be able to reach if we needed to phone a friend and save the world. You'll also notice that this episode has a pleasant lavender scent.

Mentioned on the show:

Kelsey's blog post all about buying a second home in the Midwest

Open Book by Jessica Simpson

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A Conversation About White Privilege

Wed, 04 May 2022 07:00:08 GMT

We always say we want this show to feel like sitting down with your girl friends. So we pick the topics we talk about when the mics aren't around. Sometimes that means talking about our periods or home organization or parenting. And sometimes that means talking about white privilege and fighting racism. With an open mind and an open heart, we hope you'll join us for a conversation about white privilege.

Mentioned on the show:

Thinx thongs

We quote from this Washington Post article

White Fragility

Quote from Marie Beecham about white privilege

Unpacking the Invisible Backpack

Why Are All the Black Kids Sitting Together in the Cafeteria?

Harvard Implicit Association Test

Brown Eyes, Blue Eyes video

Carlos Whittaker

Lisa Sharon Harper and her book Fortune

Amber O'Neal Johnston and her forthcoming book A Place to Belong

Austin Channing Brown and her book I'm Still Here

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How We Stress and Cope

Wed, 20 Apr 2022 07:00:22 GMT

From telling our husbands to talk as fast as they can to getting real blamey, we're chatting all about stress and how we cope. We share what elevates our stress levels and the healthy and not so healthy things we do about it. Plus we share what we can do now to help ourselves get through this busy end-of-school-year season.

Mentioned on the show:

Hang out with us on Instagram! We're @higirlsnextdoor.

Do you have Thursday house?

Tripod/selfie stick with bluetooth remote

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Our Approach to Equity in Marriage

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 07:00:54 GMT

To celebrate wedding anniversaries we are having a conversation about equity in marriage. We share what equitable marriages mean to us and how we practice what we preach across money, time, raising kids, and communication. Happy anniversary to us both + our wonderful husbands next door!

Mentioned on the show:

HomeExchange.com

Our episode: Household Division of Labor

Infinity Pro The Knot Dr. brush hair dryer

Boden jersey pull-on jersey skirt

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Spring Reading Round Up

Wed, 23 Mar 2022 07:00:19 GMT

Spring means fresh reading queues and new books are blooming. We compare our current reading lives and swap book recommendations. Then we discuss the reading habits of the husbands next door and how much we talk about books with them. Happy spring reading!

Mentioned on the show:

Neione period underwear

Devil in the White City

Ten Thousand Doors of January

Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince

Bud Not Buddy

The Mother-in-Law

My Lady Jane

When Breath Becomes Air

Crying in H Mart

Ordinary Grace

One, Two, Three

Period Power: A Manifesto for the Menstrual Movement

Period Power

I Feel Bad About My Neck

Song of Achilles

Chasing the Thrill

Booth

Raising Critical Thinkers

Julietta and the Diamond Enigma

...please find the rest of the book list in our website show notes. They got too lengthy for the pod notes!

Love Beauty and Planet Relaxing Rain body wash

Zippered cord organizer

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Let's Talk About Our Periods!

Wed, 09 Mar 2022 07:00:33 GMT

Join us for a romp of a conversation about menstruation. From first periods to adventures in PMS and our experiences (and questions) with trendier period products like menstrual cups and period underwear, this episode is guaranteed to be more fun than reading the instructions in the Tampax box.

Mentioned on the show:

Ukrainian's Choice: Fight or Flee (The Daily podcast)

The Man Leading Ukraine (The Journal podcast)

Russia Invades Ukraine (Pantsuit Politics)

International Rescue Committee

Mo News (Instagram)

Sharon Says So (Instagram)

Matt Gutman (Instagram)

KidNuz podcast

BStrong

Clue app

Taking Charge of Your Fertility

Flex Disc

The Care and Keeping of You 1 and The Care and Keeping of You 2

Kodiak dark chocolate muffin

Truwhip

Only Murders in the Building

Native Pet yak chews

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Organization Wins and Challenges

Wed, 23 Feb 2022 07:00:34 GMT

We're inviting you into our homes for a tour of our current organization wins and challenges. And because we know you won't judge, we're also revealing the messiest, not-working-at-all areas in each of our houses and vow to do something about it – dead plants, passports, and all.

Our past episodes on organization: Organization That Works, Current Organization and Disorganization

A blog post all about Kelsey's nail-painting ritual

Kelsey is loving her new Caraway cookware

Tazo teas: glazed lemon loaf, juniper mint honey

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Our Cabin Retreat & Making Time For Creativity

Wed, 09 Feb 2022 07:00:10 GMT

We're sharing the details of our recent cozy creative cabin retreat. We chat about how we structured a weekend of collaboration and rest plus the reasons why we are the perfect traveling companions. Then we share encouragement for why YOU should make time for your creative interests and how to make that happen.

Mentioned on the show:

Weekday Vegetarians cookbook

No-Fuss Family Cookbook

Pillow in the Pines, the Airbnb where we stayed in Pine, AZ

Old Country Inn, the amazing pizza place where we went to dinner

Life Below Zero: Next Generation

Nespresso milk frother

Hearth & Hand mugs (Kelsey's favorite tea mugs)

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Our Intentions for 2022

Wed, 26 Jan 2022 07:00:02 GMT

We're sharing our intentions for 2022 including our words for the year and specific goals in different areas of our lives. Plus, as has become our tradition, we leave encouraging messages for our future selves.

Mentioned on the show:

Mary Van Geffin parenting coach

Precious Car-go! Expressie nail polish

Station Eleven show and book

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How We Set New Year Intentions

Wed, 12 Jan 2022 07:00:49 GMT

As we gently greet a new year, we each share how we go about setting new year intentions.

Mentioned on the show:

Plum Paper Planner

10 Things To Tell You Podcast (with end of year reflections)

Daily Habit Tracker from Elise Cripe for newsletter subscribers

Play kitchen

Podcasts that Kelsey enjoyed with reflections and/or new year intentions this year:

A Beautiful Mess Podcast

The Lazy Genius

Friendlier

Sow Connected

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2021 Wrap Up

Wed, 29 Dec 2021 07:00:40 GMT

With relief, laughter, and some tears we look back at the year that was 2021. We reflect on what was good, what was hard, and what we learned. Plus we hear the messages that we left ourselves at the beginning of the year. We are so thankful that you chose to spend some of your year with us. Wishing you peace and light as you end the year and start a new one, friends! We'll see you in 2022.

See all the links for things we mention in our website show notes: 2021 Wrap Up

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Christmas Gone Wrong

Wed, 15 Dec 2021 07:00:20 GMT

Today we bring you stories of when Christmas went from "Ho ho ho!" to "Ohhhhh no..."

Mentioned on the show:

Holiday mint chocolate candy assortment

My Walit card holder with coin purse

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Our Favorite Things in 2021

Wed, 01 Dec 2021 07:00:05 GMT

These are a few of our favorite things! We're sharing the things, apps, and services that made life easier or brought us joy over the past year.

Mentioned on the show:

Bentley Drinkware

Tub Electric Spin Power Scrubber

The Pink Stuff cleaning products

Leggings Depot joggers

Weekly Intentions printable

Turo

Venmo

Todoist

Best Laid Plans episode with Sarah Powers

LastPass

Body Stuff with Jen Gunter

Sharon Says So

Bad Blood podcast

Netflix special "Inside"

Hello magazine

What Kind of Woman

Walking in Burano

Lego Holiday Ideas book

Weekday Vegetarians

Runner's World Vegetarian Cookbook

The Adventure Challenge books

Loveys from IvieBaby

Jersey Mike's

Apple Watch

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Practical Tips for Holiday Logistics

Wed, 17 Nov 2021 07:00:23 GMT

From holiday meals to gifting and decorating, we've got practical tips to help you with holiday logistics. Plus we talk about how to make sure you enjoy the holiday season! We also share the things we're doing this year to make our holidays easier. We hope you hear something that you can try this holiday!

Mentioned on the show:

Kelsey's fake Christmas tree (as recommended by Sherry of YHL)

Holiday Docket from The Lazy Genius

Our episodes on How To Say No and Personal Policies

Kelsey's Christmas trees holiday t-shirt

Winter Street series

David Sedaris reads his Santaland Diaries

A-frame doll house

Lululemon black camo workout leggings

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How to Say and Accept "No"

Wed, 03 Nov 2021 07:00:24 GMT

"If it's not a 'hell yes!' it's a 'no'" is one of our favorite sayings. So today we have a deep-dive on how to say no. Plus we talk about to accept someone else's "no" with understanding and grace.

Mentioned on the show:

FitBit trackers

Kelsey's blog post about house shopping in the Midwest

Science experiment advent calendar

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Fall Reading Roundup & Distracted By Gourds

Wed, 20 Oct 2021 07:00:29 GMT

As we head into the season of cozy we chat about our current reading habits, what we've read lately, and our fall book queues.

Please note, should any little ears be listening, when we discuss the book Superfudge we talk about Santa Claus.

A full list of books we mention would not fit in the episode description. To see the full list please visit the show notes!

Mentioned on the show:

Kelsey's blog post on her trip to Colorado Springs

The House in the Cerulean Sea

All the Devils Are Here

Link to all our Fall Extravaganza episodes

Slim fit jogger pants

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Fall Extravaganza In A Mustache With A Hot Garbage Drink

Wed, 06 Oct 2021 07:00:37 GMT

It's that time of year again, friends...it's FALL EXTRAVAGANZA! We're spending the entire episode embracing our deep and complete love for fall. There are costumes and Halloween candy rankings, we've got autumnal experiences and of course the annual candle sniff quiz. Fall, you are officially welcomed!

Mentioned on the show:

Together Rising

Vote Forward

Pinch of Yum Instant Pot Wild Rice Soup

State of Terror

A rain jacket similar to Kelsey's (exact rain jacket not available, sorry!)

A Beautiful Mess podcast

Leaf cookie cutters

Bri McCoy

The Grace Effect candles

Pretty Honest Candles

Sandalwood Apple Hempz body lotion

Join us on Instagram for Fall Fridays!

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Clothing Kids

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 07:00:12 GMT

Today we're diving into the topic of clothing kids. Along the way we've got strong opinions, helpful tips for shopping and organizing, plus favorite brands to share.

Mentioned on the show:

Desert Sky ninja park

Native brand shoes

Hyfam elastic shoe laces

Zappos

Athletic Brewing non-alcoholic beer

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Getting Back To It

Wed, 08 Sep 2021 07:00:07 GMT

Starting new habits gets a lot of attention but what about getting back to good habits we used to keep? Today we're chatting all about it! We talk about the habits we'd like to bring back to our lives and how to recognize if we're in a rut. Plus we share tips for smaller resets like after a hard day and then help each other think about how to find our way back to some good habits.

Mentioned on the show:

Sweet potato-apple breakfast bake

Our recent episode How To Make Dinner Not Suck

Printable weekly intentions page

Ted Lasso

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Introducing: Homeschoolhood

Wed, 01 Sep 2021 21:20:27 GMT

We have a fun surprise for you today! Did you know Erica’s new homeschool podcast launches today?! We dropped the first episode of Homeschoolhood here for you to get a taste. Be sure to go check it out, subscribe, share it, leave a review. You know the drill, friends!

Thanks for being excited about this with Erica. This episode is a quick peek into who we are as a family, what brought us to homeschooling, how we got started, and why we’ve chosen to continue homeschooling.

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Practicing Gratitude

Wed, 25 Aug 2021 07:00:27 GMT

We're chatting about practicing gratitude. We share the habits that help us cultivate gratitude, how to find gratitude during challenging seasons of life, and how to model gratitude for kids. Plus we each share three specific things we're thankful for right now.

Mentioned on the show:

Happier podcast

Happier in Hollywood podcast

The Happiness Project

Off The Clock

Line A Day Journal

Trader Joe's chicken-less tenders

Ken's Steakhouse Honey Mustard salad dressing

We've Not Fun Moms episode

Kelsey's #coldtreatswednesdays

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Back To School

Wed, 11 Aug 2021 07:00:06 GMT

Even as we continue to navigate a pandemic we find joy in freshly sharpened pencils and the back to school season. We share what school looks like for us this year as homeschool and public school moms plus answer some listener questions. We touch on starting school as a new kinder parent amidst a pandemic, what our morning and afternoon routines will be like, and not getting overwhelmed by extracurriculars.

Mentioned on the show:

Emily Oster article on how to make family decisions

Lap desk

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All About Our Book Club

Wed, 04 Aug 2021 07:00:41 GMT

Our in-person book club is one of our favorite things and we get lots of questions about it from listeners. So we thought our book club deserved its own episode!⁣ We share how our book club started and the nitty-gritty of how it works. Plus all the reasons we love our book club and some funny memories along the way.⁣

Mentioned on the show:

Erica shares about her homeschool curriculum on her Instagram feed

Rebecca

Where the Crawdads Sing

Glennon Doyle

Carry On, Warrior

The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo

Loving Frank

The Underground Railroad

You can rent the house where we always stay for our book club retreats!

Cards Against Humanity

What Do You Meme?

J Crew Linen pants

Recipe for Erica's obsession: vegetarian crockpot meatless meatballs:

Ikea frozen meatless meatballs, sauteed

jar sauerkraut, undrained

jar of Heinz chili sauce

jar of cranberry sauce

1/4 cup brown sugar

Combine all ingredients in a crockpot and heat on low. Serve to vegetarians and carnivores alike to great acclaim!

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How To Make Dinner Not Suck

Wed, 28 Jul 2021 07:00:40 GMT

Whether it's because we're tired, trying to feed selective eaters, and/or some family members are under the table...sometimes dinner kind of sucks. We're sharing the dinner challenges we're currently facing as well as our tips for making dinner a little bit easier. Plus we help each other troubleshoot our most pressing dinner frustrations.

Mentioned on the show:

The Lazy Genius has great blog posts and podcasts about how to make dinner easier

Veken packing cubes

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Spring & Summer Reading Roundup

Wed, 14 Jul 2021 07:00:29 GMT

We're chatting about one of our favorites things: books! We share our current reading habits plus all the books we've been reading including books for our kids.

The Liar's Dictionary

The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue

Minor Feelings

Beyond the Bright Sea

Sitting Pretty

Miracle Creek

Dusk, Night, Dawn

The Book of Lost Friends

The Four Winds

The Ex Talk

The Searcher

House in the Cerulean Sea

Homegoing

Parenting Without Power Struggles

The Lions of Fifth Avenue

People We Meet on Vacation

Beach Read

Wolf Hollow

Animalium

Amulet graphic novel series

The Secret Zoo

Minecraft: The Island

Flora and Ulysses: The Illuminated Adventures

Pages and Co: The Bookwanderers

Pages and Co: The Lost Fairy Tales

The Wild Robot Escapes

Vanderbeeker books

Outschool book club classes

The History of the World in 50 Dogs

KidsBooks.com

Book Outlet

The Malibu swimsuit from Andie Swimwear

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Tiny Anchors

Wed, 30 Jun 2021 11:59:56 GMT

Tiny anchors are the small rituals or comforts that brings calm when the seas of life feel rough. We chat about the tiny anchors we clung to during 2020 and at other hard times of life. Plus we share the tiny anchors we keep currently and where we need to create new ones.

What Are Your Tiny Anchors? Cup of Jo blog post

Heather McMahan

Absolutely Not podcast

Pantsuit Politics podcast

Unbox Boardom board game subscription

Bissell Power Fresh steam mop

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Happy Summer Quick Update

Wed, 16 Jun 2021 07:00:25 GMT

We'll be back in two weeks with a new episode. In the meantime we'd love to recommend two great shows from our archives. Just search for the episode titles in your pod player:

+ Reading Habits and Neighborly Grapefruit (2017)

+ Summer Cozy and Hearty Bottoms (2016)

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Summer Eats & Drinks

Wed, 02 Jun 2021 07:00:50 GMT

We're chatting all about summer eating and drinking, from nostalgic summer foods to how to make summer dinners easier. Plus we share what drinks and eats we're looking forward to this summer including favorite recipes.

Mentioned on the show:

Gilbert Love episode with all of our Gilbert faves

Rhubarb dream bars

Minty pea dip

Joanna Gaines lemon pie recipe

Lemon icebox cupcakes from Shutterbean

Easter tote bags

Must Love Bananas frozen treats

Our episode Hell's Angels & Creativity

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We Made It To Summer!

Wed, 19 May 2021 07:00:35 GMT

Friends, we made it through a school year unlike any other and summer is on the horizon! We chat about how we're feeling overall as we wrap this school year plus what we will and won't be doing this summer, how we'll be keeping our kids busy, and what we'll be doing for ourselves.

Mentioned on the show:

"We are driven to do the right thing" episode of Pantsuit Politics

Our 7 Things We're NOT Doing This Summer episode

Hogwarts homeschool curriculum

Tonto Natural Bridge state park

Old Country Inn woodfire pizza

The Animal Fair and other stories

Plum Paper planners

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Calm Parenting & Vacuuming Hour

Wed, 05 May 2021 07:00:51 GMT

Join us for a conversation about calm parenting – the kind of parenting we aspire to practice but it's not always easy. We chat about how calm parenting aligns (or not) with our personalities, what strategies we implement, and which situations test our patience the most.

Mentioned on the show:

Parenting Without Power Struggles

Jen Hatmaker

Julie Bogart (aka The Brave Learner)

The Workspace for Children

Peaceful Parent, Happy Kids

How To Talk So Kids Will Listen, And Listen So Kids Will Talk

How To Talk So Little Kids Will Listen, And Listen So Little Kids Will Talk

Siblings Without Rivalry

The Whole Brain Child

Fast and Free women's run hat with pony cut

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Week In the Life & Mom Uber

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 07:00:07 GMT

Come live a week with us! We're inviting you into our homes and lives for the week of April 3rd through 9th.

Mentioned on the show:

RISING*SHINING audioblog

Spiky Dastards

Krusteaz gluten free cinnamon coffee cake mix

Best Laid Plans featuring Kelsey as a guest

I Am I Can: 365 Affirmations for Kids

Golden Slumbers Sleep – Kelsey's sleep coach

High Protein Vegetarian Cookbook

Finlay Donovan is Killing It

Brooklinen percale sheets

Troop Zero

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Personal Policies & How To Mail

Wed, 07 Apr 2021 07:00:00 GMT

We're big fans of personal policies and the boundaries they bring with them. We share the personal policies in our lives for things we always and never do plus the policies we're trying to adopt.

Mentioned on the show:

YouTube cleaning videos

The Lazy Genius

Invisibobble hair ties

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Bonus: Introducing the RISING*SHINING audioblog

Wed, 31 Mar 2021 12:05:46 GMT

A little bonus for you today! Kelsey shared the first episode of her new podcast, the RISING*SHINING audioblog. This month-long project brings the honest reflections and encouragement of Kelsey's blog posts to your ears.

To hear new RISING*SHINING episodes, search for "rising shining" in your podcast player and subscribe.

Read the written version of this episode: Introducing: the RISING*SHINING audioblog!

Connect with Kelsey:

www.risingshining.com

@kelswharton / Instagram

@higirlsnextdoor / The Girl Next Door Podcast

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Best Spouse/Worst Spouse

Wed, 24 Mar 2021 07:00:32 GMT

We bring our best and sometimes most annoying selves to our marriages. In honor of our upcoming wedding anniversaries in April, we share the best and worst spouse qualities for ourselves and the husbands next door.

Mentioned on the show:

Bluetooth headband

Nothing Much Happens podcast

Bombas low-cut no show socks

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Current Home Organization And Disorganization

Wed, 10 Mar 2021 07:00:34 GMT

We invite you into our homes as we talk about organization...and disorganization. We each share the systems that are working for us and the ones that are hot messes. Plus we're opening our junkiest junk drawers for all to see.

Mentioned on the show:

Organization That Works episode

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2020 Wrap Up

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 07:00:36 GMT

Hooray! We rescued our 2020 Wrap Up episode from technical difficulty and are finally able to bring it to you. We reflect on the year that was 2020 as we share what was surprisingly hard, what made life better, and what we're most proud of. Plus we share our favorite books, media, and purchases from the year.

Mentioned on the show:

Maybe You Should Talk To Someone

The Lazy Genius Way

Troubled Blood

The Brave Learner

Beyond the Bright Sea

Ask Again, Yes

Our book club episode on Ask, Again, Yes

Enola Holmes

Frida

The Babysitters Club

The Office Ladies podcast

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All About Plant-Based Eating

Wed, 24 Feb 2021 07:00:25 GMT

Bring your appetite – we're talking all about plant-based eating! As a newbie vegetarian (Erica) and seasoned pro (Kelsey), we share our reasons for being plant-based, what we eat, how we feed our families, and our favorite resources for recipes.

Mentioned on the show:

Ultimate Instant Pot cook book

Hot for Food All Day

Vegan Comfort Classics

Forks Over Knives cookbook

Vegetarian Family Cookbook

Perfect Bars

The Art of Simple Food

Spicy sofritas recipe

Easy Lunch Boxes

Lululemon Everywhere Belt Bag

Scary Stuff episode

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Bathing Habits & Hair Fossils

Wed, 10 Feb 2021 07:00:53 GMT

We're pulling back the shower curtain to talk all about our bathing habits. We come clean about how we deal with hair in the drain, how often we wash our kids, and who is showering with their spouse. Plus the correct order of shower operations and honest thoughts on loofahs.

Mentioned on the show:

Episode: Our Hair & Unleashing the Mane

Episode: Mom 2.0 & Dry Shampoo

Dry shampoos: Amika, Monat, Kristen Ess

Curly Girl Method

Senegence hair and skincare products

Moroccanoil hair products

Tub Shroom

Color bath tabs

silicone bath cup

Two Sisters bubble bombs

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Winter Reading Roundup & Ice Cream Truck Etiquette

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 07:00:17 GMT

Read anything good lately? We dish about our reading habits lately, what books we've finished, and what's in our queue. Plus we share how we're navigating our in-person book club through a pandemic and chat about the books our kids are enjoying.

Mentioned on the show:

Erica and Kelsey on Goodreads

What Kind of Woman

One Line a Day five-year journal

The Vanishing Half

The Midnight Library

Our book club episode on How To Stop Time

Maddy McGuire, CEO series

Who Was books

Erica's personal Instagram

Magic Tree House series

The Winterborne Home for Vengeance and Valor

From the Mixed Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler

Kanga Room System

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2021 Intentions

Wed, 13 Jan 2021 07:00:18 GMT

It's a new year and we look ahead with our intentions and goals. Our conversation includes how we made time and mental space for new year planning, how we want to bring our intentions into our days, and messages of encouragement for our future selves.

Mentioned on the show:

10 Questions For the End of the Year (Laura Tremaine)

Naming What Matters in 2021 (The Lazy Genius)

@thebeyoutybureau

Parenting Without Power Struggles

Gravity weighted blankets

Schwinn IC4 stationary bike

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Mini-Episode with Kelsey

Wed, 30 Dec 2020 07:00:21 GMT

Hi friends! We recorded a 2020 wrap-up episode but had technical difficulties with it and are still trying to recover the episode. Hopefully we can bring it to you soon! But in the meantime Kelsey recorded a quick mini-episode for you. She shares how she's making time and space to close out 2020, a couple of rituals she's putting in place now to welcome a new year, plus a few great podcast episodes she thinks you would enjoy.

Mentioned on the show:

Friendlier: Our year in books, 2020

Sporkful: New Year's Food Resolutions

The Lazy Genius: My Favorite Discoveries of 2020

How I Built This: Bobbi Brown, Lush Cosmetics

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Friendship During A Pandemic

Wed, 16 Dec 2020 07:00:21 GMT

Gosh we miss seeing our friends! In this episode we talk about what friendship during a pandemic has looked like for us. Plus we talk about holiday traditions we have with friends and what those will look like this year.

Mentioned on the show:

Friendship Landscapes (our previous episode on friendship)

Holiday Home Makeover with Mr. Christmas

Tommy John lounge joggers

Nursing nightgown

Tommy John lounge henley

Smartwool light hiking crew socks

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Holiday Budgets & Christmas Cactus

Wed, 02 Dec 2020 07:00:24 GMT

Budgets might not sound very festive but having a realistic holiday budget can bring merriment. We chat about how we manage holiday budgets with our spouses. Plus we share ideas for affordable gifts and ways to give back to your community if you're in a position to do so. Happy holiday budgeting everyone!

Mentioned on the show:

Nikki McClure calendars

Dressing recipe

Jingle Jangle movie

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Holiday Intentions & Dinosaur Feet

Wed, 18 Nov 2020 07:00:54 GMT

Today we're sharing our holiday intentions as we look toward the end of this crazy year. We share how we're really doing lately and how that's impacting how we approach the holidays. Then we each share our one word intention for the holidays plus how we'll make time for ourselves and the holiday things we're most looking forward to.

Mentioned on the show:

Honest Advent

Nespresso Advent Calendar

Felt advent calendar

Heel Genius

The Christmas Album by Leslie Odom Jr.

Another JohnnySwim Christmas

Last year's holiday episode: Ten Things We're Not Doing This Christmas

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Cookbooks & A Spooky Delivery

Wed, 04 Nov 2020 07:00:01 GMT

Combining our loves of cooking and books, today we're chatting about cookbooks. We talk about why we prefer cookbooks to online recipes and each share our tried and true favorite cookbooks. Plus we discuss cookbook storage, the cookbooks we love to gift, and the ones on our wish lists.

Mentioned on the show:

Joy the Baker cookbook and blog

Magnolia Table cookbook

Half the Sugar, All the Love

Bread and Wine

Dinner: A Love Story

Half-size binder Kelsey uses for her recipe binder

Cookbook holder

Similar to Kelsey's corner wall shelf

Similar to Kelsey's utensil bookends

Cravings

Shutterbean food blog

Made It. Ate It. Loved It.

Thug Kitchen

Cooking Class kids' cookbook

Perfect Bars

New York City Christmas puzzle

Instant Pot wild rice soup

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Our Buying Habits & A Dangerous Muffin Pan

Wed, 21 Oct 2020 07:00:46 GMT

Under-buyer or over-buyer? From socks past their expiration date to an abundance of paper products, today we explore our buying habits (can you guess who's who?) and how they translate to our lives.

Mentioned on the show:

Over- and Under-Buyer quiz

Pilot FriXion Clicker erasable pen

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School Update & Little Rollerblading Guys

Wed, 07 Oct 2020 07:00:48 GMT

We're sharing an update on how this very different school year is going for us. Erica is homeschooling her girls and Kelsey's boys are in an online program through a local charter school. We share the challenging, the pleasantly surprising, and our tips for making it work. Whatever school looks like for you this year we are cheering for you!

Mentioned on the show:

Life Updates & Text Your Spouse episode where we chat about how we came to our 2020 school decisions

The Brave Learner

KidsBooks.com

VTech kids digital camera

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Fall Extravaganza 2020!

Wed, 23 Sep 2020 07:00:32 GMT

Welcome to Fall Extravaganza! This is our 7th annual episode unabashedly dedicated to all things fall. So light a candle, grab something pumpkin spice, and get ready for fall on full blast.

And speaking of fall traditions, we want to encourage you to take part in the most important fall tradition: voting! For information about voting including how to vote by mail visit Vote.org which explains everything clearly. We'll both be voting in the election this November and we hope you will too.

Mentioned on the show:

The Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie

Inspector Gamache mysteries

The Searcher

Paper bag apple pie (similar)

The Nester

Felt wreath tutorial

One Must Go Fall Quiz

Scary Stuff & Biscuit Cans

The Ellen Show scares

Brats and beer cheddar chowder

Chili with cinnamon from Run Fast Eat Slow

Lazy Genius podcast episode about creating a cozy fall home

Log cabin incense burner

Goodbye Summer, Hello Autumn

Just Garland Etsy shop

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Pandemic Self-Care

Wed, 09 Sep 2020 07:00:30 GMT

During this global pandemic self-care looks different even as it is evermore important. So share the ways we're taking care of ourselves across our physical, mental, spiritual, social, and emotional health. We hope you are finding ways to take gentle care of yourselves, friends.

Mentioned on the show:

Outdoor runs on the Peloton app

Happy Planner Big Paper Punch 11 Hole Punch

Plastic Book Binding Discs

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2020 Midyear Check In & Backyard Junk

Thu, 03 Sep 2020 07:00:11 GMT

Back when 2020 was shiny and full of hope we shared our intentions for the year. Today we're checking in to see how those intentions have shaped our lives. We also share what we're recommitting to, what we're letting go, and what's helping us to reclaim this year that has felt so out of our control.

We also want to let you know that we've decided to skip the book club episode on The Giver of Stars that we had planned to do this summer. Book club episodes takes a little more preparation and we're needing to keep things simple right now. We would still highly recommend reading or listening to the book.

Mentioned on the show:

Profit First

Beyond the Bright Sea

Somersaults snacks

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Quick Update

Wed, 26 Aug 2020 07:00:43 GMT

Hi friends! We've had life happening lately so this week's episode will be delayed. But in the meantime we would love to hear your suggestions for our annual Fall Extravaganza episode! Send us an email at higirlsnextdoor@gmail.com or message us on Instagram.

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Favorite School Supplies & Hide Your Tape

Wed, 12 Aug 2020 07:00:54 GMT

No matter what school looks like for your family the joy of new school supplies can unite us all. We're sharing our favorite school supplies, recommendations for lunch boxes and backpacks, and what we're treating ourselves to for back to school.

Mentioned on the show:

Clear plastic supply caddy

Old Navy face masks

EasyLunchBoxes

Planetbox bento lunch box

Lunchbots divided lunch container

Yummy Toddler Food lunch container recommendations

Takeya water bottles

Camelbak water bottles

Hydroflask water bottle

LL Bean junior backpack

F-301 pens (Kelsey's favorite)

Get To Work Book planner

Anchored Women homeschool planner

Papermate Flair pens

Starbucks cold brew with dark cocoa almondmilk foam

Nespresso coffee maker

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Life Updates & Text Your Spouse

Wed, 29 Jul 2020 07:00:54 GMT

Hi friends! This is the first "real time" episode we've recorded since early March and, well, a lot has changed! So instead of a book club episode we're bringing you up to speed on what's going on with us. We share how the global pandemic has been impacting our lives, what we're doing for school this year, and the things helping us stay sane. This is a hard season for us all and we are wishing you the best.

Mentioned on the show:

We've been going live on Instagram most weeks! Catch them all here.

Bean salad as recommended by the Friendlier podcast

Monopoly Deal

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Household Division Of Labor

Wed, 15 Jul 2020 07:00:08 GMT

In every household there's plenty of work to go around. We chat about what the breakdown looks like in our marriages: the tasks on each of our plates, how we communicate about the division of labor, and which chores we wish we could outsource forever.

Mentioned on the show:

Our previous episodes talking about topics in marriage: Dr. Fitness & Marriage Maintenance, Marriage & Putzy Husbands, 6 Things Happy Couples Do, Communication In Marriage & Husbands Next Door

Weeding tool

@tonybakercomedy

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Minor Expertise & Smoothie Butt

Wed, 01 Jul 2020 07:00:41 GMT

From playing piano and cooking to decorating and more, we reflect on how we are minor experts. Plus the minor expertise we might like to develop one day and the minor expertise we have no interest in acquiring.

In Obsessions, Erica loves the book she's reading and Kelsey loves her morning smoothie. In Neighborhood News, a backyard was momentarily aflame alarmingly close to Kelsey's house.

We'll be reading The Giver of Stars for our summer book club. The episode will air on July 29 so grab a copy and join us!

Mentioned on the show:

Happier podcast episode on becoming a minor expert

The Dearly Beloved

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Dealing With The Gimmies And Whining

Wed, 17 Jun 2020 07:00:18 GMT

"But I waaaaant it!" That's not fair!" The gimmies and whining from our kids is not our favorite. We chat about how we handle these behaviors in the moment, bigger picture strategies to head them off, and how the gimmies and whining is different between toddlers and big kids.

We'll be reading The Giver of Stars for our summer book club. The episode will air on July 29 so grab a copy or listen to the audio (which we'd highly recommend) and join us!

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Hard Conversations With Kids & Awkward Mail Encounter

Wed, 03 Jun 2020 07:00:40 GMT

From sex to race and faith, kids have questions about topics that can feel tricky to talk about. We share how we handle these hard conversations in our families, which topics are most challenging for us, and our favorite resources for guidance.

In Obsessions Kelsey has a new love for an old snack and Erica is bringing Hogwarts into her home.

Mentioned on the show:

The Baby Tree

From Diapers to Dating

It's Not The Stork

Cup of Jo Talking to Kids archive

Talking to Kids About Sex

5 Ways to Teach Kids About Consent

Raising Race-Conscious Kids

Children's Books With Characters of Color

How To Teach White Kids About Race

Rules of Quidditch poster

Spells and Charms poster

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7 Things We're Not Doing This Summer

Wed, 20 May 2020 07:00:30 GMT

With summer on the horizon we reflect on what we will NOT be doing this summer. Plus we share strategies to reset a hot mess of summer day for the kids and for us (not that we'll have any of those). In Obsessions, Erica is on the hunt for the perfect outdoor furniture while Kelsey is loving drawer organization. In Neighborhood News there's an adorable, unintentional therapy dog in Erica's neighborhood.

Mentioned on the show:

Sodynee drawer organizers

Ikea drawer organizers

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Book Club: Ask Again, Yes

Wed, 06 May 2020 07:00:38 GMT

For spring book club we discuss Mary Beth Keane's novel Ask Again, Yes which asks, "how much can a family forgive?"

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Keeping A Kitchen & A Kong For Kids

Wed, 22 Apr 2020 07:00:12 GMT

We're chatting about keeping a kitchen, from favorite appliances and tools, to pantry staples and tips for cleaning and organizing. In Obsessions Erica is getting hydrated and Kelsey can't stop making banana bread. In Neighborhood News Erica spotted a not-so-welcome neighbor.

Our spring book club episode will air May 6 and we'll be reading Ask Again, Yes by Mary Beth Keane.

Mentioned on the show:

Cuisinart Grind and Brew

Kitchen Aid Stand Mixer

Instant Pot

Lodge cast iron dutch oven

Wüsthof knives

Cookie scoop

Magnetic knife storage

Stainless steel measuring cups and spoons

Norwex kitchen rags

Clean Mama baking soda sink scrub

Liquid IV packets

Half the Sugar, All The Love

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We're Not Fun Moms

Wed, 08 Apr 2020 07:00:05 GMT

From crafts to pretend play to arcades we are saying "no" and owning not being fun moms. We chat about the cultural pressure to be a "fun mom" and all the ways we aren't fun, but also a few ways that we actually are fun.

In Obsessions Kelsey is getting chatty and Erica is rocking some new favorite jeans. In Neighborhood News there was a brief but exciting weather event.

Mentioned on the show:

Signature by Levi Strauss Gold Label Women's Modern Skinny Jean

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Gilbert Love & Glowing Gopher

Wed, 25 Mar 2020 07:00:26 GMT

We have lots of love for our adopted hometown of Gilbert, Arizona and we're telling you all about it. If you're planning a visit to Gilbert, this episode is a must-listen! We share how we ended up in the desert, our favorite restaurants, and recommendations for things to do. Plus how we'd like to see Gilbert change in the coming years.

In Obsessions Erica is reading a book that pays homage to her Midwest roots and Kelsey is loving an app that makes sending invitations a snap. In Neighborhood News Kelsey is planning a neighborly get together.

Our spring book club episode will air on May 6 and we'll be reading Ask Again, Yes by Mary Beth Keane. Grab a copy and join us!

Mentioned on the show:

The Coffee Shop

Joe's Farm Grill

Culinary Dropout

Barnone: Fire and Brimstone, Garage East, 12 West Brewery, Uprooted Kitchen

Nico Heirloom Kitchen

The Farm at South Mountain

Riparian Preserve

Southeast Regional Library

Cactus League baseball spring training

Riverview Park

Gilbert Farmer's Market

Tortilla Flats

Alamo Drafthouse

Greenfield Nails and Spa

Hale Theater

The Lager Queen of Minnesota

Hobnob

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Nesting & When Not To Be Neighborly

Wed, 11 Mar 2020 07:00:22 GMT

When we've been expecting little ones our nesting energy kicks into over-drive. We chat about what nesting has looked like for us, what we're glad we did, what we obsessed about a little too much, and what Kelsey's doing to get ready for Baby Girl Wharton.

In Obsessions Kelsey in loving something stripey and Erica is amazed at the versatility of a previously overlooked common item. In Neighborhood News we discuss when it's not appropriate to be neighborly.

Mentioned on the show:

Hanna Andersson pajamas

Trtl pillow

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Book Club: Once Upon A River

Wed, 26 Feb 2020 07:00:26 GMT

For winter book club we're discussing Diane Setterfield's rich, cozy, and slightly eerie novel Once Upon A River. If you enjoy this book we'd also recommend her other novel, The Thirteenth Tale. We also discover that Setterfield has the most badass author photo and we wish we were friends with her:

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Kid Birthdays & Rogue Sidewalk Maintenance

Wed, 19 Feb 2020 07:00:48 GMT

Surprise! We've got a bonus episode for you today. We tackle a subject you've requested and that we have strong thoughts on: kid birthdays! We go down the memory lane of our birthday celebrations growing up, share honest opinions on hosting and attending kid birthdays, and share tips for making birthdays less stressful. No ponies were made to dress as unicorns in the making of this episode. In Obsessions Kelsey has found a favorite face wash and Erica has some new kicks. In Neighborhood News, we have an amazing sighting of a Gilbert icon.

Mentioned on the episode:

Our book club episode on Amy Poehler's book Yes, Please

Too Many Monkeys

Liz Earle Cleanse and Polish Hot Cloth Cleaner

Sorel Harlow Lace Boot

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Motherhood Transitions & It Is Fall

Wed, 12 Feb 2020 07:00:44 GMT

We dive into all the transitions around motherhood: how we've changed, how we've stayed the same, and the motherhood transitions we're currently experiencing. In Obsessions, emptiness is bringing Erica fulfillment while Kelsey is loving something to make park outings easier. In Neighborhood News: it's fall in case you haven't heard.

Our winter book club episode will air February 26 and we'll be discussing Diane Setterfield's novel Once Upon A River. Grab a copy and join us!

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Self-Help Books & Eye Candy TV

Wed, 29 Jan 2020 07:00:57 GMT

From habits to authenticity to tidying, we're sharing our favorite self-help type books. In Obsessions Kelsey made a simple but significant shower upgrade and Erica is enjoying some quality television with a bonus of eye candy. In Neighborhood News there's a tiny and very friendly neighbor on Erica's street.

Our winter book club episode will air February 26 and we'll be discussing Diane Setterfield's novel Once Upon A River. Grab a copy and join us!

Mentioned on the show:

Better Than Before – and we did a book club episode on this!

Tell Me More: Stories About the 12 Hardest Things I'm Learning To Say

The Life Changing Magic of Tidying Up

Simplifying episode of The Girl Next Door Podcast

Deep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World

Digital Minimalism

Girl, Wash Your Face

Girl, Stop Apologizing

Rachel Hollis

ep 72 of The Rise podcast

Gut

The Good Gut

Umbra hanging shower caddy

See

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Set In Our Ways & Lighting Judgment

Wed, 15 Jan 2020 07:00:16 GMT

This episode is sponsored by Spii Graphics where graphic design is more than just pretty pictures; it’s a chance to create an authentic experience for your customers and to surprise and delight them at every turn. Connect with Emily at spiigraphics.com and @spii_graphics on Instagram.

We share how we're set in our ways, for good or for bad, and take cross-examination to determine if we're willing to change any of our ways. In Obsessions Erica is keeping tabs on what she's reading in a new way and Kelsey is taking her daily step count to the next level. In Neighborhood News we're peeking in windows and we don't like what we see.

Our winter book club episode will air February 26 and we'll be discussing Diane Setterfield's novel Once Upon A River. Grab a copy and join us!

Mentioned on the show:

Dentek flossers

Jasmine Guillory books: The Wedding Date, The Proposal, The Wedding Party

Goodreads

Fitbit Charge 3

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2020 Intentions & Aspirational Neighbors

Wed, 01 Jan 2020 07:00:30 GMT

This episode is sponsored by Dietitians Dish, a fun conversational podcast between two moms and registered dietitians who share information you can trust on nutrition, food, and feeding your family. Find Dietitians Dish wherever you listen to podcasts and connect with them on Instagram at @dietitiansdishpodcast. Thank you so much for supporting the brands that support our show!

Happy 2020, friends! We kick off the new year sharing our intentions for the year and of course sending messages to our future selves. In Obsessions Kelsey has a favorite wardrobe addition and Erica is loving a new workout. In Neighborhood News, Kelsey met some neighbors with some major #lifegoals.

Mentioned on the show:

Last 90 Days Challenge with Rachel Hollis

Atomic Habits

Only Love Today

Girl, Stop Apologizing

On Being 40ish

Love Lives Here

Do Less

Fierce, Free, and Full of Fire

Shutterbean

The Handwriting Club

It's Currently 2020 workbook

Happier Podcast

Cactus Wren Beauty (Erica's small business)

First Draft in 30 Days

Les Mills On Demand

Daily Ritual Short Sleeve Tunic

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2019 Wrap Up & Pathetic Christmas Lights

Wed, 18 Dec 2019 07:00:42 GMT

We're wrapping up 2019 with a look back at the year: the highlights, the challenges, and a round up of a few favorites. In Obsessions Kelsey loves something lighting up her life and Erica sings the praises of a produce aisle favorite. In Neighborhood News, our holiday light displays are impressing no one (sorry neighbors!).

Mentioned on the show:

Marco Polo

Kelsey's 12 monthly health challenges

Rachel Hollis' Last 90 Day Challenge

Where The Crawdads Sing

Educated

The Great Alone

Career of Evil

Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine

The Road Back To You

Rocketman

Yesterday

A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood

Fleabag

A Beautiful Mess podcast

Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard

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Ten Things We're NOT Doing This Christmas

Wed, 04 Dec 2019 07:00:47 GMT

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The merriest word this season might be "no" because every no means saying yes to the holiday activities that mean the most to you. To inspire you we're sharing the things we're NOT doing this holiday season in the name of intentional festivity and sanity. We hope you get some ideas for creating your own cozy season.

In Obsessions Kelsey completed a project that's been on her to-do list for two years and Erica is thrilled about a new mental health routine. In Neighborhood News, strange grandmas are wandering Kelsey's neighborhood and Erica's family took an unexpectedly dark bike ride.

Mentioned on the show:

Blurb Books

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Siblings & Inside Jokes

Wed, 20 Nov 2019 07:00:37 GMT

This episode is sponsored by Destinations with Character, a travel agency with extensive experience planning family friendly vacations including Disney destinations and cruises. Let travel agent Maryanne Walsh plan your next family vacation at no additional cost to you. You can find Destinations with Character on Facebook and Instagram, and email: destinationsbymaryanne@gmail.com. Thank you for supporting the brands that support our show!

Siblings can be your best friend and your biggest annoyance, sometimes all in the same day! We chat about the sibling relationships we have and the siblings we're raising. In Obsessions Erica has a new favorite source for affordable art while Kelsey adds to her list of old lady obsessions. In Neighborhood News there are reckless drivers a bit too close to Erica's house and quite the gang of neighbor friends on Kelsey's street.

Mentioned on the show:

Siblings Without Rivalry

Happier podcast

BFF Print Shop

Vick's Sweet Dreams Cool Mist humidifier

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Favorite Things Gift Guide & Makin' Bacon

Wed, 13 Nov 2019 07:00:32 GMT

Surprise! We have a bonus episode for you today! With the gift-giving season upon us, we're sharing several of our favorite things that we think would make great presents. We have ideas for kids and adults and at all price ranges. Plus we share what we each like to have for ourselves around the holidays to keep our spirits jolly. In Neighborhood News, Kelsey keeps spotting cars with a sense of humor.

Mentioned on the show:

LoopyCase for smartphones

Tortoise shell earrings

Lab Hygge candle in Shelter

Illustrated Harry Potter books

Run Fast, Eat Slow cookbook

Sonos speakers

Umbra house-shaped tissue box covers

Inflatable lounge chair

Raniaco LED book light

Magnetic book marks

Book-themed tote bag: I Like Big Books And I Cannot Lie, Ann Patchett ideal bookshelf

Kindle Paperwhite

Books illustrated by Sophie Blackall

Yeti

Grounds and Hounds Coffee Company

Games: Qwixx, Five Crown, Yahtzee, Qwinto, Farkel and Spicy Farkel

Giant whiteboard decal

Yellena James art prints

Lindsay Letters prints

Bumpkins reusable snack bags

Red lips via Cactus Wren Beauty

Stackable wrapping storage caddy

Gift wrap organizer

Precut parchment paper

Fresh balsam candle

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Book Club: The Dutch House

Wed, 06 Nov 2019 07:00:53 GMT

It's time for fall book club! We're discussing Ann Patchett's new novel, The Dutch House, described as "a dark fairy" tale set over five decades with rich characters.

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Day In The Life & Napping On The Job

Wed, 23 Oct 2019 07:00:48 GMT

Join us for a detailed peek into how we spent a recent Thursday as we recount a day in the life of the Girls Next Door! In Obsessions Erica is recommending a funny, moving, and beautiful television show while Kelsey shares something making traveling more organized. In Neighborhood News Kelsey was caught napping on the job.

Mentioned on the show:

Day In The Life & Unwelcome RVs our past episode chronicling our day

The Eyre Affair

Fleabag

Nalgene travel bottles

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Feeding Our Families & Hidden Hot Dogs

Wed, 09 Oct 2019 07:00:14 GMT

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We're reading The Dutch House by Ann Patchett for our fall book club. That episode will air November 6 so grab a copy and join us!

What's everyone eating at your house? We dish about the logistics of who eats what and when at our houses. We also share current challenges around feeding our families plus some back pocket recipes that are usually slam dunks. In Obsessions Kelsey has found something to keep dinner conversation from going off the rails and Erica is reveling in the perfect fall drink. In Neighborhood News, a familiar house is for sale.

Mentioned on the show:

Feeding A Family & Baby Shoes episode

Inkwell Press Meal Planner inserts

Table Topics Family

Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew

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Fall Extravaganza & Flaming Nuts

Wed, 25 Sep 2019 07:00:15 GMT

Support for the podcast comes from Copper Quail Style, bringing you apparel and home decor inspired by a desert lifestyle. All clothing and letterpress prints are locally designed and made in Gilbert, AZ. Use the checkout code GIRLNEXTDOOR and receive free shipping on your order.

Support also comes from the Double the Fun podcast hosted by Amy Brown, a longtime listener of the show and the mom of boy-girl toddler twins. Double The Fun shares the joys and challenges of motherhood and of parenting multiples. Double The Fun can be found on multiple podcasting platforms such as Apple, Stitcher, and Spotify. You can also connect on the Double the Fun Podcast Community Facebook page.

You know what time it is – it's FALL EXTRAVAGANZA! Join us for an overly enthusiastic multi-sensory fall experience complete with thematic apparel. Along the way we sniff candles, discuss fall bucket lists, and find out which fall tradition Erica is and which fall food Kelsey is. In Obsessions Erica finds a crunchy soup topper and Kelsey discovers the perfect parenting ballad. In Neighborhood News the realtor selling Erica's old house is venturing into some interesting, if questionable, tactics.

Mentioned on the show:

Leaves candle

Arizona Highways magazine

Amy Anne Tees (Happy Fall Y'all)

Little Mama Shirt Shop (Fall-elujah)

Joy the Baker creamy pumpkin pie bars

Pumpkin cream cold brew

Apple cider autumn sangria

Kelle Hampton fall bucket list

Kelsey's Fall Pinterest board

Books: The Ox Cart Man, Fletcher and the Falling Leaves, Yellow Time, Lawrence in the Fall, Autumn Story, The Night Circus, In Cold Blood, The Music Shop, The Watchmaker's Apprentice, Inspector Gamache novels, Case Histories

Super Healthy Lentil Soup

Slow Cooker Chicken & Dumpling Soup

Lentil Tortilla Soup

Which Fall Tradition Are You?

Ellen Scares 2019

Which Cozy Fall Food Matches Your Personality?

Joy the Baker Sweet Potato Pie

You Need To Calm Down

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Mental Health & More Firm Bottoms

Wed, 11 Sep 2019 07:00:39 GMT

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Today we chat about the important topic of mental health. We discuss how we know the status of our mental health, when we've been though periods of poor mental health, and strategies for good mental health hygiene. In obsessions Erica has some new kicks and Kelsey has found an indulgent but healthy-ish treat. In Neighborhood News, everyone is still retreating from the heat.

Related past episodes and mentioned on the show:

Taking the Temperature of Your Life

Nike Metcons

Chocolate Hummus

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Kid Chores & Burning Mailboxes

Wed, 28 Aug 2019 07:00:30 GMT

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Let's chat about kid chores and responsibilities! We share our chore philosophies, what chores our kids are doing, and strategies for getting started on kid chores. In obsessions Kelsey has an afternoon routine that helps to beat the heat and Erica has a new go-to dinner. In Neighborhood News, it's hot. So hot.

Mentioned on the show:

Lazy Genius kid chore system

The Opposite of Spoiled

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Working Out & Yucca Slaps Back

Wed, 14 Aug 2019 07:00:50 GMT

Join us as we work up a sweat chatting about working out! We cover the clothes we wear, strategies for getting ourselves to the gym, feelings about home workouts, and more. In obsessions Erica gives an update on her lovely "stable" and Kelsey is putting her name on everything. In neighborhood news, Kelsey shares a cautionary tale about desert plants.

Mentioned on the show:

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Book Club: A Hundred Summers

Wed, 31 Jul 2019 07:00:44 GMT

Our summer book club pick – A Hundred Summers by Beatriz Williams – will put you in a beachy mood even if the ocean is nowhere near.

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Goals Check-In & Swampy Shorts

Wed, 17 Jul 2019 07:00:11 GMT

We're half-way through 2019! So we check in on our goals to see how we're doing: we evaluate where we need to make progress, if there's anything we want to let go of, and celebrate unexpected accomplishments. In Obsessions we have summer on the mind. Erica is loving a cold and caffeinated morning beverage. Kelsey is loving shorts that keep sweat at bay. In Neighborhood News there was drama trying to get coffee.

Mentioned on the show:

Erica redid her master bedroom

Starbucks cold brew with salted cream cold foam

Patagonia Quandry quick dry shorts

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Listener Questions & A Crop Top Encounter

Wed, 03 Jul 2019 05:00:06 GMT

You asked and we answered – we've got an episode of listener questions! We chat about the dream vacation we'd take together, how we find time to read, tips for parenting toddlers, and more. Kelsey shares a breakfast obsession and Erica has found the perfect summer footwear. In Neighborhood News we had a sighting of one of Gilbert's most eccentric characters.

Mentioned on the show:

Previous episode answering listener questions: Listener Questions & Short Shorts

Our episode all about reading: Reading Habits & Neighborly Grapefruit

Our episode about toddlers: Parenting Toddlers & Nothing Is Easy

Our episode Taking The Temperature Of Your Life & Inbox Honesty

Frittata muffins

Women's Neida Eva Two Band Slide Sandals

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Favorite Beauty Products & Nap In A Bottle

Wed, 19 Jun 2019 07:00:41 GMT

We're opening up our makeup bags and bathroom drawers to share the tried and true beauty/personal care products we can't live without. Then we share the runners-up that aren't quite all-star status plus the future favorites we're desperate to find.

Mentioned on the show:

For all Senegence products, check out Erica's Cactus Wren Beauty Facebook page. She talked about the following favorites: Senegence Silk Pore and Wrinkle Minimizer, Senegence Color Correcting Tinted Moisturizer, ShadowSense eyeshadow, Senegence Lip Balm, LashSense Volume Intense Waterproof Mascara, Senegence Hair Spray

Urban Decay Eyeshadow Primer Potion

Paula's Choice toner, exfoliator, and daily moisturizing lotion

Paula's Choice Shine Stopper

Morphe M439 brush

Cinema Secrets brush cleaner

Rusk Multi 12-in-1 Miracle W8less Treatment

Schmidt's Deodorant

Acure Brightening Face Mask

Smashbox concealer

Real Techniques setting brush

Megababe deodorant

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Raising Girls, Raising Boys & An Unsightly Ladder

Wed, 05 Jun 2019 07:00:30 GMT

We chat about our parenting experiences of raising girls and raising boys: what we love about raising girls and boys, the values we hope to instill in them, and what we think would be hard about raising the opposite gender. Along the way we discover that we both have strong thoughts on gendered clothing and the phrase "boy mom."

Mentioned on the show:

Many Ways to Be a Girl, but One Way to Be a Boy

Joanna Goddard on Forever35 podcast

Cup of Jo, Joanna Goddard's blog

How to teach kids about consent from Cup of Jo

Where the Crawdads Sing

Dandy Blend

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Summer Management & Almost Sunburned

Wed, 22 May 2019 07:00:41 GMT

Our kids are out for school this week so summer is upon us! This week we chat about the summer plans and routines we hope to implement so that the whole family enjoys the season. Plus a summer candle sniff quiz!

Mentioned on the show:

Just structured enough summer schedule by Sarah Powers

Kid Kits

Young House Love

A Court of Thorns and Roses series

Rainbow to do list sticky notes

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Perfect Things & Wristless Watches

Wed, 15 May 2019 07:00:55 GMT

We share several "perfect things" in our lives – those items that not only fulfill a need but do it so well they bring a little extra joy to our lives. This episode is inspired by an episode of the Friendlier podcast on the same topic.

Small spatulas

Little Hands card holder

Hummingbird Nectar Bottle

Half-size recipe binder + half sheet page protectors

Makeup removing reusable cloths

Makeup removing reusable rounds

Flossers

Makeup travel case

Tempur-Pedic Symphony pillow

Juno sports bra

Title Nine sports bras

Skagen watches

Tinker watches

Daniel Wellington

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Book Club: Educated

Wed, 08 May 2019 07:00:03 GMT

For our spring book club we're discussing the best-selling and critically acclaimed memoir Educated by Tara Westover.

Mentioned on the show:

Essential oil company run by Tara's mother

New York Times Educated discussion questions

The Glass Castle

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Wisdom In Your 30s & Strong Nut Opinions

Wed, 24 Apr 2019 07:00:20 GMT

*Unfortunately there's some audio distortion around the 8:50 timestamp so we wanted to make you aware

We share the sage wisdom we've learned being 30-somethings. Plus the advice we'd give our 20 year old selves and how we feel about getting closer to the big 4-0.

Mentioned on the show:

Glennon Doyle

Kelsey's monthly goals blog posts

Ghiradelli dark chocolate sea salt caramel

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Communication In Marriage & Husbands Next Door

Wed, 10 Apr 2019 07:00:35 GMT

To talk about communication in marriage we're joined by special guests: the husbands next door! They'll chime in as we describe each of our communication styles and tell tales of communication in marriage gone awry. Then, Erica and Kelsey share their tips for good marriage communication.

Mentioned on the show:

Past episode about marriage

Favorites from Kelsey's winter capsule wardrobe: white/navy striped long sleeve shirt, Madewell high rise skinny jeans, J. Crew quilted field jacket (purchased on Ebay), mustard cardigan (from Target but no longer available)

Erica's Clavinova piano

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Errands & Your Grandfather's Windbreaker

Wed, 27 Mar 2019 07:00:03 GMT

"Does anybody else feel like they're in trouble at the post office?" We ask this important question and others as we discuss everything about errands. We talk errand strategies, which ones we love and loathe, and how to include (or not) kids on errands. We also have a special spring edition candle sniff quiz!

Mentioned on the show:

Google Keep

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Book Club: How To Stop Time

Wed, 13 Mar 2019 07:00:49 GMT

What would it be like to live for years and years (and years and years)? We glimpse the possibilities as we discuss our winter book club pick, the novel How To Stop Time about love that spans centuries, by Matt Haig.

Mentioned on the show:

The Time Traveler's Wife

Ming the clam

Radiolab episode Be Careful What You Plan For about a really old tree

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Kid Behavior & Chuck It Out The Window

Wed, 27 Feb 2019 07:00:07 GMT

Glorious when it's good, baffling and frustrating when it's not: today we're talking all about kid behavior! We talk about our parenting philosophies, what's going well, and what's challenging at each of our houses currently. Plus our favorite parenting resources.

Mentioned on the show:

Unruffled podcast

Sticker charts

Sand timers

Story Pirates, Becoming Mother Nature, Young Ben Franklin podcasts

Ignore It!

How To Talk So Little Kids Will Listen

Parenting With Love And Logic

How To Be A Happier Parent

Suppernanny

The Mom Hour grumpiness episode

The Happiest Toddler On The Block

Peaceful Parent, Happy Kids

Bedtime Math book and website

Fuller House

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Cleaning Your Bathroom & Sparrow Bathing

Wed, 20 Feb 2019 07:00:24 GMT

This episode is sponsored by The Bali Market offering multi-purpose Turkish towels backed by a minimalist philosophy. Our listeners can get 20% off their purchase by using the code GIRLNEXTDOOR at checkout. Thank you so much for supporting the brands that support our show!

S U R P R I S E! We've got an extra ep for you this week all about cleaning bathrooms: the challenges, the products we use, and how nervous we'd be if the Queen had to make a pit stop at our house. Plus tips for keeping bathrooms tidy day to day and for getting kids involved in cleaning.

Also, a reminder that our next book club episode is coming up on March 13. We’ll be reading Matt Haig’s novel How To Stop Time. Grab a copy and join us!

Mentioned on the show:

Clean Mama

Method Foaming Bathroom Cleaner Eucalyptus Mint

Bon Ami cleaning scrub

Emily Ley on Jen Hatmaker's podcast For The Love

Glasses that block blue light

Copper disc earrings

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Love Languages & Children Of The Corn

Wed, 13 Feb 2019 07:00:56 GMT

To celebrate this month of love we are chatting all about love languages. We share what love languages we speak, the ones our husbands speak, and whether we need an interpreter. Plus how love languages can be helpful in other areas of life.

Things mentioned on the show:

The 5 Love Languages quiz and descriptions

Cookie date nights

Bombas socks

Our episode where we shared our messy closets

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Nuts And Bolts Of Writing & Nakedly Dashing

Wed, 30 Jan 2019 07:00:44 GMT

Although you might know us as podcasters, Erica and Kelsey are writers at heart and this year we are both writing nonfiction book proposals. On this episode we chat about how we started writing, what we’re working on now, and the nuts and bolts of getting words onto the page.

Also: Sign up for our quarterly newsletter by entering your email address on our website. Our winter book club pick is How To Stop Time by Matt Haig. The episode will air on March 13 so grab a copy of the book and join us! **the date was updated after we recorded the show

Mentioned on the show:

Erica's book Candid Classroom: What Parents Want To Know And Teachers Want To Tell Them

Erica's blog Laddventure

Kelsey's blog RISING*SHINING

Kelsey's personal essays have been published in Remedy Quarterly, but unfortunately aren't available online

Kelsey wrote articles about research like this as part of her job as a science writer at Arizona State University for six years

Our personal Instagram accounts: Erica and Kelsey

Erica's writing candle is Capri Blue – Volcano candle

The Art of the Book Proposal

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Organization That Works & Closet I Spy

Wed, 16 Jan 2019 07:00:59 GMT

We each share three organization systems that are working really well for us right now, from school routines and incoming papers, to makeup and more. Plus we each share an area of our lives that needs organization. Then join us as we have to show the other the messiest closet in our homes and what we've stuffed inside.

Mentioned on the show:

makeup tower

bidet

flannel wipes

reusable cotton rounds

Our episode about laundry: Laundry & Sudsy Sunday

Our episode featuring "what's in your purse?": Hell's Angels & Creativity

Marvelous Mrs. Maisel

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2019 Intentions & A Snow Conundrum

Wed, 02 Jan 2019 07:00:58 GMT

Welcome to the sixth season of The Girl Next Door Podcast! As we do every year, we're sharing our intentions and goals for the year. Erica's word for 2019 is LITTLE and Kelsey's is FLOURISH. Plus we record messages for our future selves to listen to at the end of the year. We are manifesting big things! We snack on fortune cookies that might have telling messages for our years.

Mentioned on the show:

Beasts of Extraordinary Circumstances

Mrs. Claus's Cookies beer

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2018 Wrap Up & Australian Us

Wed, 19 Dec 2018 07:00:44 GMT

Warning! At the beginning of the episode during our snack we discuss Santa and you might not want little ears to listen. But after that the coast is clear.

With the end of the year approaching we reflect on 2018 and share our personal highlights plus the best books, movies, products, meals, and podcasts we enjoyed. We also year from past Erica and Kelsey to see if the years we predicted came true. We snack on the ultimate holiday cookie: dark chocolate covered peppermint Joe-Joe's and the not so ultimate pfeffernusse.

Things we mention on the show:

Episode of The Nuanced Life with discussion of therapy

Kelsey on Goodreads

The Heart's Invisible Furies (Erica recommends the audiobook)

Bad Blood (audiobook)

The Great Alone

The Magnolia Table Cookbook

Girl, Wash Your Face

Little Fires Everywhere

Where the Crawdads Sing

Kelsey's standing desk (desk built to be standing desk height which for Kelsey is 41 inches)

Tommy John lounge joggers

The Glitter Revival earrings

Pink Yeti

Instant Pot

Senegence mascara

Our episode all about podcasts we love

Slow Burn (both seasons)

Jen Hatmarker's For the Love! podcast

The Mom Hour

Straight and Curly podcast ep 2018 Year in Review

Finish

Louise Penny mystery novels

Tana French mystery novels

The Silkworm

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Holiday Self-Care & Vegas Christmas Lights

Wed, 05 Dec 2018 07:00:27 GMT

The holidays are here! But along with the merriment the season can also bring stress. We have tips and encouragement for you about self-care and managing stress during the winter holidays.

First, we tried out a juniper latte and it's not as scary as Kelsey feared. Then we talk about ways to manage stress and prioritize self-care around the holiday topics of:

+ Getting the "perfect" gift for everyone

+ Travel

+ Expectations for Christmas morning to be "perfect"

+ Extended family

+ Hosting

+ Indulgent foods everywhere

+ A packed calendar

Things we mention on the show:

Highlights magazine

RXBars

Over the River and Through the Woods - The Mom Hour

December Intentions for Busy Mom - The Mom Hour

Tommy John lounge pants

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Hygge & Hygge Beasts

Wed, 21 Nov 2018 07:00:42 GMT

For a very hyggelig episode we discuss all things hygge. First, we take a hygge quiz to find out how hygge we each are. Then we share our hygge wins and challenges. We both decide we need emergency hygge bags in our lives ASAP.

Mentioned on the show: Tommy John underwear.

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Book Club: This Is How It Aways Is

Wed, 07 Nov 2018 07:00:20 GMT

In our fall book club we are discussing Laurie Frankel's novel This Is How It Always Is. In the book, parents Rosie and Penn, and their family of five children, must come to terms with the true identity of the youngest boy, Claude, who wants to be a girl. During the episode we also mention a book we discussed previously, The Heart's Invisible Furies.

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Family Dynamics & Hero Neighbors

Wed, 24 Oct 2018 07:05:46 GMT

We start with French press coffee sweetened with Iconic Cocktail Cascara Vanilla mixer and crunch Honeycrisp apples dusted with cinnamon and pumpkin pie spice – delicious!

On the show, we chat about the family dynamics and values we grew up with. Then we talk about the dynamics and values we are trying to instill in our families and how we're trying to do that.

Things we mention on the show:

The Baby Tree

It's NOT the Stork!

Siblings Without Rivalry

Happy Stitch Shop our listeners can use code "Erica15" for 15% off!

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Fall Extravaganza & Guardian Angels in Plaid

Wed, 10 Oct 2018 07:05:42 GMT

It's the episode that needs no introduction. But if we were going to give it an introduction we would say: Grab your pumpkin spice latte, find a pumpkin patch, and light all your fall candles: it's Fall Extravaganza! There's a thorough fall snack tasting followed by the annual fall candle blind sniff test, Falliday gifts, and discussion at great length of fall habits, activities, fashion AND MORE. You know what they* say, "It's not fall until it's Fall Extravaganza!"

*Erica and Kelsey

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Things we mention on the show:

Spilled Milk podcast

Fall treats from Trader Joe's:

Pumpkin Cranberry Crisps

Greek Yogurt in Pumpkin and Apple Caramel flavors

Maple Leaf Cookies

Pumpkin Joe Joe's

Candy Corn Popcorn

Dairy Queen Pumpkin Pie Blizzard

Pumpkin Caramel Kringle

Smitten Kitchen pumpkin cinnamon rolls

Not Perfect Linen shop

Mustard cardigan - found!

Goodbye Summer, Hello Autumn

And Then Comes Halloween

A Gentleman in Moscow

Fall fringe earrings from The Glitter Revival

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Our Phones & Melon Talk

Wed, 26 Sep 2018 07:00:54 GMT

This episode is sponsored by Epic! a digital subscription library for kids in preschool through age 12 that we both enjoyed using with our kids. Listeners can get a two month trial of Epic! for free by visiting www.getepic.com and using the promo code NEIGHBOR.

We want to make sure you know that our next book club book will be This Is How It Always Is so grab a copy and join us for the next Girl Next Door Book Club in November!

We chat all about those indispensable and distracting devices that we all now carry around: our phones! We wax nostalgically about the phones of our past and what we thought about texting when it first appeared. Then we talk about how we use our phones today and how healthy our habits are around phone use. Plus we share our favorite apps and the apps we wish someone would invent.

Things we mention on the show:

Society6 and Kelsey's wood grain phone case

The joy of missing out

A Beautiful Mess, Canva, and VSCO photo editing apps

My Fitness Pal

Pocketcast podcast app

Google Keep

Pepperplate

T. Alan Wood Designs and the desk Kelsey bought (customized to be standing height)

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Kindergarten & Moms Shaking Booties

Wed, 12 Sep 2018 07:00:00 GMT

We both sent little kindergartners to school for the first time this year so we're talking all about that sweet first school year. We chat about how to get kids ready for kindergarten and what the first day and weeks have been like for us. We're also sharing some tips about school routines that will make everyone's life easier. And Kelsey reports on some misadventures on bike commuting to school. If you have school-aged kids Erica's book Candid Classroom: What Parents Want to Know and Teachers Want to Tell Them is a great resource!

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Side Hustles & Hot Obsessions

Wed, 29 Aug 2018 07:00:12 GMT

We are side hustling ladies but lately it seems everyone has a side hustle. It can look easy and fun but that's usually not the whole picture. We've pulling back the curtain to talk about the side hustles we've had and what we have going on now – including this podcast and both of our writing careers. We talk about what we've learned, whether we make money from our side hustles, and what advice we have for side hustlers out there.

Things we mention on the show:

Erica's business, Lips by Ladd

Copper Quail Style

Kelsey's blog, RISING*SHINING

Kelsey's other podcast, Matrimoney

Elise Cripe and her Get To Work Book

An interview with Toni Morrison and how she got started writing

The War of Art

Bird by Bird

Glennon Melton Doyle

Big Magic (and our book club episode on it!)

I Know How She Does It

168 Hours

#amwriting

How I Built This podcast

Happier in Hollywood

Why We Write

Erica's cute zippered cactus pouch for cords

Yogi Refreshing Mint Vital energy tea

Lemony lentil soup

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Book Club: An American Marriage

Wed, 15 Aug 2018 07:00:17 GMT

For summer book club we discuss Tayari Jones' novel An American Marriage about a newly married couple ripped apart by forces beyond their control.

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Home Efficiency & Minimizing Chaos

Wed, 01 Aug 2018 07:00:36 GMT

It's back to school season here in our neighborhood so we're chatting about home efficiency. From comparing calendars with a spouse at the beginning of the week to packing lunches early (and even outsourcing the task to kids!) we're sharing how we keep things running smoothly when life gets busy. Plus identifying some areas where we could use some help.

Kelsey is loving her new gorgeous jewelry organizer from The Knotted Wood Etsy shop. Erica is OBSESSED with her new pink 30 oz Yeti Rambler.

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Week of Dinners & Best Trash Day

Wed, 18 Jul 2018 07:05:00 GMT

We're inviting you to our dinner tables and honestly sharing what we ate for a week with our families (including what foods children refused and when our menu plans went off the rails).

Things we mention on the show:

Homemade waffles from the Joy the Baker Cookbook

Pasta salad with roasted carrots

Tofurky sausage

Trader Joe's Southwestern Chopped Salad

Egg roll bowl

Better than tuna salad

Quay sunglasses

DIFF Eyewear

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Our Outdoorsy Selves & Unstoppable Bikers

Wed, 04 Jul 2018 07:35:13 GMT

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We chat about how we spent time outside when we were kids and how we get sunshine and fresh air now with our families. We recount our best and worst outdoor memories (scary creatures make an appearance) and give advice for incorporating low-pressure outdoors time with your family.

Things we mention:

Sol Duc Hot Springs

Mogollon Rim in Arizona

Trader Joe's Coconut Cold Brew Coffee Concentrate

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Cars & Weird Driving Habits

Wed, 20 Jun 2018 07:00:00 GMT

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In this episode, we are talking all about the cars in our life: car memories from growing up, our first cars, the cars we drive now (and how clean or messy they are), and weird driving habits.

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Summer Wardrobes & Firm Bottoms

Wed, 06 Jun 2018 16:32:44 GMT

We evaluate the current state of our summer wardrobes, each share our five summer essentials, and discuss our bathing suit situations.

Things we mention:

Universal Thread racerback knit tank top

A New Day flowy tank top

5" chino navy shorts from J. Crew

Lululemon Energy sports bra

Kelsey's Boden swimsuits: one (in navy/ivory stripe), two

Swimsuits for All

Jantzen

Paula's Choice Resist moisturizer with SPF 50

Paula's Choice Shine Stopper

NARS The Multiple in orgasm

Gold Standard whey protein

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Book Club: The Heart's Invisible Furies

Wed, 23 May 2018 07:00:00 GMT

Join us for book club as we discuss John Boyne's rich, epic novel of Cyril Avery's life, The Heart's Invisible Furies.

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Tough Life Seasons & A Movie Starring Me

Wed, 09 May 2018 07:00:00 GMT

We reflect on the tough seasons of life that we've lived through, how we got through them and what we learned. We also chat about how we try to support friends going through hard times.

Things we mention:

How to offer sincere condolences

What to say to a grieving friend

How to write a condolence note

Louise Penny's Inspector Gammache series

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Big Job Changes & Feral Cats

Wed, 25 Apr 2018 07:00:00 GMT

Kelsey shares some big job news - she quit her job! So we chat all about what it's like to quit a job to follow a creative passion. Erica shares her experience doing this several years ago and Kelsey shares details about how she came to her decision and what she'll be doing now. It will definitely include podcasting with Erica in the daylight hours.

Things we mention:

Conscious Clothing

Earrings from ABLE

Trader Joe's: toasted coconut granola + Greek yogurt with honey, salt and pepper potato chips, and cooked gyro slices

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Podcasts & Love Nachos

Wed, 11 Apr 2018 07:00:00 GMT

We're dishing about how and when we listen to podcasts, our favorite podcasts, and which podcasts hosts we'd love to hang out with in real life.

Things we mention:

The Mom Hour and their recent episode with an update on Meagan's divorce

Young House Love Has A Podcast

Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard

Spilled Milk

Conversations with Tyler

Freakonomics

Tony Robbins

The Rubin Report

Software Engineering Daily

Obsessions

Erica is obsessed with SUGARFIX jewelry and Universal Threads at Target. Kelsey is obsessed with nachos.

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Our Hair & Unleashing the Mane

Wed, 28 Mar 2018 07:00:00 GMT

We talk about what our hair looks like when it's completely in its natural state and how we style it. Then we walk down memory lane and talk of hair styles past and what influences our styles as we were learning to manage our hair. We chat about how we care for and style our hair today, what our hair assets are and what challenges we're working with.

Things we mention:

Moroccan Oil Hydrating Shampoo and Conditioner

Moroccan Oil treatment

Bed Head Control Freak Serum

Kristin Ess Air Dry Creme

Tresemme Extra Firm Control

Rusk Texture Spray

HairArt Ceramic Tourmaline Flat Iron

Trader Joe's 3-in-1 shampoo

Trader Joe's Nourishing Conditioner

Trader Joe's Hair Mask

It's a 10 miracle leave-in product

Obsessions

Erica is loving her tinted car windows and Kelsey is obsessed with her new quilted field jacket from J. Crew (sold out online but Kelsey purchased hers on eBay!).

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Taking the Temperature of Your Life & Inbox Honesty

Wed, 14 Mar 2018 07:00:00 GMT

Cookies

We enjoyed Joy the Baker's browned butter chocolate chip cookies from Kelsey's freezer. They are VERY good.

Taking the temperature of your life

Everyone needs to take time to step back and reflect on how things are going. We chat about how we each know when things are going well and what red flags tell us they aren't. We also share what we do keep this self-reflection time in our lives.

Things we mention:

Visualizing the Grand Canyon from Cup of Jo

Playing Big by Tara Mohr

Our past episode on busyness and keeping the pace of life manageable

Obsessions

Kelsey is loving her digital organization situation including a new way to manage her Gmail, making lists on Google Keep, and saving online articles using Instapaper. Erica is loving an entire meal situation courtesy of Trader Joe's including these lentil wraps, lemon elderflower soda, and their frozen fruit tarte.

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Book Club: The Keeper of Lost Things

Wed, 28 Feb 2018 07:05:00 GMT

Cocktail

We sip on Trader Joe's rhubarb and strawberry soda with Caledonia Spirits Barr Hill Gin.

Book Club

We read and really enjoyed Ruth Hogan's The Keeper of Lost Things. It was a cozy book with rich characters and we would recommend it! Contrary to Kelsey's early expectations this is NOT a book about gnomes.

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6 Things Happy Couples Do & Reckless Golf Carts

Wed, 14 Feb 2018 07:05:00 GMT

Join us for our next book club episode when we read The Keeper of Lost Things

Cocktail

Ginny Weasley: Barr Hill gin, freshly squeezed orange juice, Iconic Cocktail ginga syrup. Thanks for naming the cocktail, Abby of Friendlier!

6 Things Happy Things Do

We each share our top three things we think help contribute to having a healthy and happy relationship.

Qwixx is the quick and fun dice game that Kelsey loves.

Obsessions

Kelsey is obsessed with Hamilton after seeing the production. Erica is feeling amazing in her new Wit and Wisdom Ab-solution Stretch Skinny Jeans.

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Surviving the Cold Season & Bag Situations

Fri, 02 Feb 2018 18:27:18 GMT

**There is mild swearing in this episode as we describe our least favorite sickness symptoms.

We're baaaaaack! We missed you! In this episode we chat about how our immune systems are holding up this cold and flu season. We also talk about what we stock in our medicine cabinet, our secret super power of swallowing pills, home remedies, and what we remember about sick days as kids. Stay healthy out there, friends!

Immunity cocktail: a hot cup of fox tea (Trader Joe's fall harvest tea) and a shot of homemade elderberry syrup

Things we mentioned:

warm mist humidifier

Gut and The Good Gut, two great books on gut health that Kelsey recommends

Boogie Wipes

Mucinex and Mucinex Cold and Flu

Kefir

Fierce Melon Gatorade

Usolved Mysteries, David the Gnome

A great crispy tofu recipe

Trader Joe's meatless meatballs

Trader Joe's Creamy Tomato Basil pasta sauce

Obsessions

Erica is loving Sweedish Swimmers and endlessly fascinated by the new season of Sister Wives. Kelsey is spiralizing all the sweet potato noodles with her Paderno spiralizer and loving her family's bag situation, including her Fjallraven pocket cross-body purse and the boys' backpacks from L.L. Bean.

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Rerun: Behind the Scenes & Under Construction

Wed, 17 Jan 2018 07:00:00 GMT

Your podcast hosts have been seriously under the weather so we're bringing you a rerun of a favorite episode today - a peek behind the scenes at how we produce the show. We'll be back in two weeks with a brand new episode!

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2018 & Baby Dinosaur Sighting

Wed, 03 Jan 2018 07:05:00 GMT

2018 - let's do this! We're each sharing out one word intention for the year and what it means for us. Plus leaving messages for our future selves no matter how confusing the proper speech tense is.

Things we mentioned in this episode:

StoryWorth

Cup of Jo post: A Secret to a Happy Marriage

Alamo Drafthouse

How to Write and Pitch a Book Proposal ecourse

Carvana

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2017 Wrap Up & Skin Care Like A Boss

Wed, 20 Dec 2017 07:00:00 GMT

We're reflecting on 2017, the good and the challenging, and have a guest appearance from past Erica and Kelsey.

Cocktail

We tried the $5 California Roots pinot grigio from Target and we approve!

Wrapping up 2017

We give chronological Cliff Notes for each of our families in 2017.

Erica's word of Forward and Kelsey's of Choose and how those influenced our year.

Our bests of 2017:

Place you went

Erica: Fairmont Princess

Kelsey: Arizona Inn for Chris’s 40th birthday

Book you read

Neither of us could pick just one!

Erica: Born a Crime audiobook, Commonwealth, The Storied Life of A. J. Fikry

Kelsey: Gentleman in Moscow and Little Fires Everywhere

Podcast and/or music you listened to

Erica: Beyoncé's Lemonade

Kelsey: More Perfect and Still Processing (especially the A Journey to the 'Blacksonian' episode and the We Get Biracial episode).

Movie or television show

Erica: Narcos, Game of Thrones (obv), West World

Kelsey: Stranger Things, The Glass Castle

Habit (old or new)

Erica: Skin care like a boss

Kelsey: Consistently tracking my spending in Mint - recapping my personal allowance spending each month on my blog

New thing you tried

Erica: microfiber cleaning cloths

Kelsey: mint tea in the mornings, especially with some soy creamer and spiced honey

Thing you bought

Erica: home gel manicure kit

Kelsey: Instant Pot

Obsessions

Erica is obsessed with eating Country Archer jerky as a snack. Kelsey is obsessing over Brother Room and having her boys sleep in the same room.

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Etiquette & Napkin in Your Lap

Wed, 06 Dec 2017 07:10:00 GMT

Do you have a napkin in your lap? You'll need one for this episode.

We sip a Prim and Proper and discover that Kelsey's etiquette is inspired by the Deep South and Erica's by the buttoned up Midwest. We chat about the manners we saw modeled growing up, the etiquette rules we follow (and break) now, and what rules are non-negotiable (even if they're kind of weird).

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Gift giving action plans & wrapping situations

Wed, 22 Nov 2017 07:00:00 GMT

Holiday gift giving 2017: let's do this! We chat about who we give gifts to each year and how we plan, track, and manage the endeavor all while trying to stay jolly.

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Book Club 11: The Night Circus

Wed, 08 Nov 2017 07:05:00 GMT

It's book club time! We're sipping a cocktail des rêves and discussing the mystical book The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern.

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Scary Stuff & Biscuit Cans

Wed, 25 Oct 2017 07:10:00 GMT

We share a favorite seasonal brew and have a scary discussion. (Not really. We're way too scared for that.) We're revealing what scared us as kids, how we feel about scary movies, the stupid stuff still scares us as adults, and how we cope.

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Fall Extravaganza & Fall Pajama

Wed, 11 Oct 2017 07:05:00 GMT

With more anticipation than the first pumpkin spice latte of the season, we bring you Fall Extravaganza 2017! We're pairing fall beer and fall pastries and don't even care if that sounds weird. Then we're taking you the first field trip outside our usual recording setup to go fall decor shopping. We also find out what percent autumn we are and of course smell fall candles. Because when it comes to fall, more is more.

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Building Community & Aggressive Makeovers

Wed, 27 Sep 2017 07:05:00 GMT

This episode is a collaboration with four other podcasts: Friendlier, 25% Friends, Cohesive Home, and Minimalist Moms. Check out their building community episodes out this week!

We sip a Redhead on Broadway and talk about community - what it looks like, what we'd like to improve about our current communities, how motherhood has changed our perspectives, and how to build community without creating a bubble around yourself.

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Making a House a Home & New Old Neighbors

Wed, 13 Sep 2017 07:15:00 GMT

We cheers with a cupcake to our recent 100th episode and chat about making a house a home. We share the essential things we need to feel at home, our general home philosophies, and how to make everyone - adults and kids alike - feel comfortable in your home.

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Back to School & Neighbor Spying

Wed, 30 Aug 2017 07:30:00 GMT

The kids are back to school and we're not sad about it. We chat about back to school traditions and routines, what a new school year means for us as moms, and why the heck dinner time is hard no matter what.

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Book Club 10: The Other Einstein

Wed, 16 Aug 2017 07:05:00 GMT

As we discuss Marie Benedict's book, we raise our glasses to Mileva, the unsung heroine of The Other Einstein, who may have played a critical role in developing the theory of relativity and yet received no Nobel prizes nor appreciation from her husband. We also share some honest thoughts about a certain famous wild-haired physicist.

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2017 Update & A Thwack in the Night

Wed, 02 Aug 2017 07:05:00 GMT

We're sipping a monsoon cocktail, checking in on our 2017 so far, and chatting about how our creative endeavors are going - and whether or not we are suffering from August malaise.

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Trader Joe's Faves & Judgy Swans

Wed, 19 Jul 2017 07:01:00 GMT

The episode you've been waiting for (or maybe just that we've been waiting for) in which we devote an entire show to talking - and tasting - all things from our favorite quirky little grocery store: Trader Joe's!

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Social Media & Real Relationships

Wed, 05 Jul 2017 07:05:00 GMT

We're getting honest about using social media, which ones we love and loathe, and whether it's possible to cultivate authentic relationships through status updates.

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Listener Questions & Short Shorts

Wed, 21 Jun 2017 07:00:56 GMT

We answer questions from lovely listeners (thank you!) while sipping a delicious salty grapefruit sparkler.

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Feeding a Family & Baby Shoes

Wed, 07 Jun 2017 07:00:00 GMT

Today we are talking about Feeding a Family - that daily and sometimes thankless task that can be both an expression of love but also a moving target. We’ll talk about logistics, go-to recipes and what works for us. We sip an OK gin-raspberry slushy.

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Book Club 9: A Piece of the World

Wed, 24 May 2017 07:00:00 GMT

On this book club episode we share our thoughts about A Piece of the World, Christina Baker Cline's novel that brings to live Andrew Wyeth's iconic painting Christina's World. A cute whiskey clementine cocktail also joins us.

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Know Thyself & Haunting Mail

Wed, 10 May 2017 07:00:04 GMT

We sip a Sparkling Personality and continue some of our past conversations about personality and habits. We chat about how we've come to know ourselves better and how we each try to work with our strengths to be more productive and happy.

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Quality Time With Kids & Local Water Deputy

Wed, 26 Apr 2017 07:00:00 GMT

We're sipping something beach and fizzy while chatting about spending quality time with our kids - what quality time is and isn't, our favorite things to do with our kids, and how our pretend play skills measure up.

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Dating Your Husband & Tiny Neighbors Shouting

Wed, 12 Apr 2017 07:00:00 GMT

In celebration of our wedding anniversary month (just another fun thing we share) we're chatting about dating our husbands - whether we #datenight, how we make time for dates, what we like to do on dates and if we've been on any horrible dates since being married.

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Movies & Rogue Drones

Wed, 29 Mar 2017 07:00:00 GMT

Dim the lights and pop the popcorn, we're chatting movies and sipping an Irish Buck. We discuss movies we watched as kids, our favorite movies, scary movies to avoid and family movie nights.

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Laundry & Sudsy Sunday

Wed, 15 Mar 2017 07:00:00 GMT

Grab a basket of clean clothes to fold and join us for a lot of talk about laundry, an everyday topic that - apparently - we have a lot of opinions about.

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Snacks & Hats on a Monkey

Wed, 01 Mar 2017 07:00:00 GMT

Who doesn't love a snack? We certainly do. Over a blushing Hint of Spring we chat all about SNACKS - our favorite snacks to reach for, what snacks our kids beg for and whether we have any secret snacking behavior.

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Big Changes & Return of Rollerblading Guy

Wed, 15 Feb 2017 14:31:21 GMT

We sip a surprisingly delicious orange coffee moscow mule and chat about how we handle big changes when they come our way.

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Reading Habits & Neighborly Grapefruit

Wed, 01 Feb 2017 07:00:00 GMT

We're sipping a refreshing Neighborly Elvis and chatting all about books and reading - what we like to read, when we read and what our reading habits look like.

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Sleep & Pillow Talk

Wed, 18 Jan 2017 07:00:00 GMT

This episode is all about SLEEP! *Yawn* We're sipping a punchy pineapple cocktail, talking about our sleep habits and quirks, and how our habits differ from our spouses.

**Starting at timestamp 13:10 there are just a couple seconds of audio distortion, sorry about this!

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Happy 2017 & Festively Aggressive

Wed, 04 Jan 2017 07:00:00 GMT

We're kicking off our FOURTH year of the show with a winter wassail cocktail and catching up on our intentions and goals for 2017.

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2016 Review & Christmas Swamp

Wed, 21 Dec 2016 07:00:00 GMT

In the company of a cocktail born of a Christmasy swamp we're looking back at 2016 and remembering the challenging things and what we're celebrating. Plus we listen to the messages that we sent ourselves at the beginning of 2016 and our future-telling power is impressive.

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Gift Guide & Anti-Pajamas

Wed, 07 Dec 2016 07:00:00 GMT

We're sipping a boozy festive cocktail and sharing ideas for those tricky people on your Christmas list including the minimalists and people who already have everything. Plus perhaps our most giggly outtake of the show.

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Bonus Mini: Tortoise Napper

Wed, 30 Nov 2016 07:00:00 GMT

Some neighborhood news that was slated to be an outtake but we thought it might bring a smile to your face so sharing it as a bonus mini episode.

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Fall Test Kitchen & Crunch Top

Wed, 23 Nov 2016 07:00:00 GMT

You sent us your favorite fall recipes and we got busy in the kitchen. You had me at crunch top.

Show notes and recipes.

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Cooking With Kids & Vampire Children

Wed, 09 Nov 2016 07:00:28 GMT

We're sipping a Plundering Pumpkin and chatting about cooking with kids - the good, the frustrating, the messy.

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Book Club 8: Better Than Before

Wed, 26 Oct 2016 03:32:08 GMT

We're sipping a pumpkin pie bourbon pear cocktail and diving into Gretchen Rubin's Better Than Before, which makes for a great discussion on personalities and habits. Even if you didn't read along with us you'll enjoy the chat!

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Fall Extravaganza & Fall Ladies

Wed, 12 Oct 2016 04:48:15 GMT

It's the episode that we look forward to every year - FALL EXTRAVAGANZA! There's a pumpkin beer taste test, a pumpkin spice quiz, the annual candle sniff test and more. Happy fall, friends!

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Creating Happiness & Beast Slash

Wed, 28 Sep 2016 07:00:00 GMT

Bring on the fall cocktails! We're sipping a hard cider spritz with a twist of something unexpected. Plus chatting about creating happiness in our lives and what challenges our happiness.

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Parenting Preschoolers & Aggressively Fall Friendly

Wed, 14 Sep 2016 07:00:00 GMT

Over an autumn apricot cocktail we chat about the experience of parenting preschoolers - how it's different than parenting toddlers, what's awesome, what's challenging and what we're learning being (pre)school moms.

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Mom Hobbies & Speed Traps

Wed, 31 Aug 2016 07:00:00 GMT

We try an "okay" cocktail and dive into hobbies, creative passions and past times - what we're currently doing, how we're making the time, what we've let lapse and what we hope to bring into - or back into - our lives one day.

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Book Club 7: The Husband's Secret

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 07:00:00 GMT

For our summer book club episode we dive into The Husband's Secret by Liane Moriarty, which is suspenseful and twisting, and sip an Australian Opal along the way.

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2016 Goals Check In & Frosé

Wed, 03 Aug 2016 07:00:00 GMT

We're jumping on the Summer of Frosé train and checking in on 2016 so far and how our annual intentions and goals are shaping up.

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Family Memory Keeping & Missing Torti

Wed, 20 Jul 2016 07:00:00 GMT

We "cheers!" with a mango margarita and chat about some totally not overwhelming approaches to family memory keeping.

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Friendship Landscapes & Pick Up Lines

Wed, 06 Jul 2016 07:00:00 GMT

Over a cocktail with 0% juice grenadine we chat about our current and past friendship landscapes, how we keep up with friends and how we make new ones, including our go-to friend pick up lines.

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Travel Goals & Pouch Cocktails

Wed, 22 Jun 2016 07:00:00 GMT

We prove that pouches make great cocktail starters and dive into a chat about travel, both trips on the books and trips we are dreaming about when our kids don't require us to lug so much stuff.

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Summer Cozy & Hearty Bottoms

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 07:00:00 GMT

The temperatures are heating up in the neighborhood but we're not letting that keep us from being cozy. A pineapple gin and tonic accompanies us during this summery episode.

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Book Club 6: Big Magic

Wed, 25 May 2016 07:00:00 GMT

We sip a summery brew and discuss Elizabeth Gilbert's inspiring and practical new book on living creatively.

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Behind the Scenes & Under Construction

Wed, 11 May 2016 07:00:00 GMT

We're giving you a behind-the-scenes listen at how we produce the show! And sipping a shrub that is part vinegar and mostly gin.

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Happening Lately & Cruise Ships

Wed, 27 Apr 2016 07:00:00 GMT

We're sipping a ginger beer margarita during this grab-bagepisode of everything we're up to and into lately.

And join us for our upcoming spring book club on May 25: we'rereading Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert!

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Marriage as Parents & Mothballs

Wed, 13 Apr 2016 07:00:00 GMT

We sip a slushy watermelon cocktail that does double duty to soothe Kelsey's cough-induced deep voice and talk about how we're striving to maintain happy marriages since the arrival of kids.

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Parenting Toddlers & Nothing Is Easy

Wed, 30 Mar 2016 07:00:00 GMT

We're sipping a barista-approved cocktail and talking toddlers - from the cute to the defiant.

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Tidying Rage & Smelly Jeans

Wed, 16 Mar 2016 07:00:00 GMT

We sip a sparkling cara cara orange-sage-campari cocktail and dive into a discussion of tidying and share how we've dealt, or not dealt, with household and kid clutter.

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Habits & Dragonification

Wed, 02 Mar 2016 08:00:00 GMT

A French 75 accompanies our discussion of habits - habits we have, wish we had or would love to break.

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Leap Day Bonus!

Mon, 29 Feb 2016 08:00:00 GMT

Surprise! What better way to celebrate an extra day of the year than with a bonus episode of TGND? Happy Leap Day, everyone!

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Book Club 6: Modern Romance

Wed, 17 Feb 2016 08:00:00 GMT

Hey hey, it's book club time! Join us for a discussion of the funny yet informative book about love and dating in the digital age: Modern Romance by Aziz Ansari.

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Paper Planners & Pencil Pouches

Wed, 03 Feb 2016 08:00:00 GMT

We geek out over our paper planners while sipping a TGIF Sunrise cocktail.

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Out With Kids & Your Gas Door

Wed, 20 Jan 2016 08:00:00 GMT

On a cold and rainy night we've got a pomegranate whiskey sour and chat about getting out and about with kids, from our tips and tricks to lessons we've learned the hard way.

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Happy 2016 & Letters To Our Future Selves

Wed, 06 Jan 2016 08:00:00 GMT

With hot toddies in hand we're braving sickness to share the best of 2015 and see how our goals went plus share our intentions for 2016. Happy new year, friends!

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Birthdays & Name Amnesia

Wed, 23 Dec 2015 08:00:00 GMT

Hey, it was our birthday yesterday! We're sipping a gingersnap cocktail and reflecting on growing another year older and what the past year has brought.

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Stress-free Holidays & Aggressive Sugared Rims

Wed, 09 Dec 2015 08:00:00 GMT

Our clove-scented sidecar is sporting a sugared rim you might have to bite through. Plus we talk about ways we're hoping to minimize stress this holiday season and share our first ever GND gift guide! Find all links for the gifts we mention on our website www.girlnextdoorpodcast.com

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Mom Guilt & Story Time Gone Wrong

Wed, 25 Nov 2015 08:00:00 GMT

An apple pie on the rocks accompanies our honest conversation on MOM GUILT, where it comes from, if we have it and how we tame it.

"I think kids should see you working, pursuing passions, spending time with your partner or - God forbid - resting."

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Book Club 5: The Girl on the Train

Wed, 11 Nov 2015 08:00:00 GMT

It's time for our fall book club meeting! We sip a classic (and not canned) G&T while discussing the dark and suspenseful novel The Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins.

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Fall Extravaganza & Brawny Woodsman

Wed, 28 Oct 2015 07:00:00 GMT

It's our second annual fall extravaganza! Join us for a fall cocktail, the much-anticipated blind candle scent quiz and unabashed, over-the-top excitement for fall.

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Personalities & More Campari

Wed, 14 Oct 2015 07:00:00 GMT

We sip on a bubbly cocktail (surprise, it has Campari!) and talk about our personalities including the results of our Myers-Briggs tests.

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Creatively Productive & Productively Creative

Wed, 30 Sep 2015 07:00:00 GMT

We are talking about all the ways we are squeezing productivity and creativity into our lives as mothers while sipping on a peachy cocktail.

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Home Ownership & Census Love

Wed, 16 Sep 2015 07:00:00 GMT

A classic negroni accompanies our discussion of buying our houses and adventures in home ownership. Please note there is one instance of explicit language towards the end in case you are listening with young 'uns.

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Depths of Summer & More Naked Neighbors

Wed, 02 Sep 2015 07:00:00 GMT

Friends, it's so hot and we're talking all about it while putting a few ginger beers to the test. We're also asking you to send us encouraging postcards! Send them to Kelsey Wharton & Erica Ladd, PO Box 396 Gilbert, AZ 85299

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Goals Update & Naked Batman

Wed, 19 Aug 2015 07:00:00 GMT

We try a Campari shandy, reflect on 2015 so far and see how our annual goals and intentions are holding up.

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Beauty Uniforms & How Not To Shower

Wed, 05 Aug 2015 07:00:00 GMT

We talk about our every day makeup routines and summer beauty uniforms while sipping on a favorite classic cocktail.

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DIY & Crappy Drills

Wed, 22 Jul 2015 07:00:00 GMT

We share tales of our most impressive (and most shameful) DIYs while sipping a simple pina colada.

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Book Club 4: We Were Liars

Wed, 08 Jul 2015 07:00:00 GMT

We toast with a summer breeze cocktail and discuss this beach read with a twist.

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Summer Eats & Suburbans

Wed, 24 Jun 2015 07:00:00 GMT

It is officially summer, and in our neck of the woods that means temps of 110+, so this episode is all about summer eating and cooking!

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Marriage & Putzy Husbands

Wed, 10 Jun 2015 07:00:00 GMT

This episode is dedicated to weddings, marriage, and all things matrimony. We're sipping on a listener inspired cocktail to kick things off!

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Rerun: Social Media & Swimsuit Season

Wed, 27 May 2015 07:00:00 GMT

Life's been crazy so we're bringing you some vintage GND!

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Mom 2.0 & Dry Shampoo

Wed, 13 May 2015 07:00:00 GMT

We recently presented on podcasting at the Mom 2.0 Summit in Scottsdale, and we're finally catching our breath to debrief. Hear all about our awkward moments, the cool people we met, and how it went.

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Creativity & Mom Backpacks

Wed, 29 Apr 2015 07:00:00 GMT

This episode is all about how we're doing this whole mom gig while trying to keep other creative projects going. We are both fully into this whole family of four thing and in need of a cocktail so we're enjoying a gin hound.

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Simplifying & Lawnmower Shrapnel

Wed, 15 Apr 2015 07:00:00 GMT

This episode we're talking all about minimizing and simplifying while sipping an apricot basil spritzer Erica simply made up.

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How's It Going? Please Send Coffee

Wed, 01 Apr 2015 07:00:00 GMT

This episode is all about catching up on the crazy transitions we're both going through. Therefore we are both in need of a refreshing cocktail, which was a listener suggestion!

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Day in the Life & Unwelcome RVs

Wed, 18 Mar 2015 07:00:00 GMT

We share what our day-to-day looks like right now and we're sipping a Lemon Sunshine despite the dreary weather.

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Cleaning & Sneaky Succulents

Wed, 04 Mar 2015 08:00:00 GMT

We're talking about how we keep our domains tidy and what chores we hate while sipping a fresh Clean Sweep.

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Little Episode & Little Ladies

Mon, 02 Mar 2015 14:29:35 GMT

A special little bonus episode to share some exciting news with you!

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Book Club 3: Yes Please

Wed, 18 Feb 2015 08:00:00 GMT

We're discussing Yes Please and enjoying a Nor'easter in honor of Amy Poehler and the crazy winter weather the rest of the country is having.

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Busyness & Babka

Wed, 04 Feb 2015 08:00:00 GMT

This episode is all about the busyness epidemic which we discuss over chocolate babka from the newly opened neighborhood bakery.

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Money & Chocolate Cake

Wed, 21 Jan 2015 08:00:00 GMT

We're mixing it up on the cocktail front and eating cake instead while also talking all about money, budgets and personal finances.

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Mini Episode & Mini Wharton

Wed, 14 Jan 2015 08:00:00 GMT

We're saying "hey!" with a mini episode to catch up on the holdiays and to introduce our new mini co-host.

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New Years & Creeper Toddler

Wed, 07 Jan 2015 08:00:00 GMT

Happy 2015! We're looking back at 2014 and ahead at 2015 while in the company of a sparkling punch.

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Our Birthday, Christmas & Dancing Fondue Guy

Wed, 24 Dec 2014 08:00:00 GMT

It's one big week of festivity because we share a birthday on December 22nd! It's Christmas/birthday extravaganza all wrapped into one episode and we're gifting it to you!

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Gift Giving & Holiday Mules

Wed, 10 Dec 2014 08:00:00 GMT

This episode is all about the season of giving. To celebrate and kick off the merriment we are sipping on this twist on the classic gin mule.

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Thanksgiving & Smoldering Dish Towels

Wed, 26 Nov 2014 12:01:32 GMT

This episode we're talking turkey (and tofurkey) while sipping on a genius cocktail concotion that puts your leftover cranberry sauce to work.

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Burnout & The Ginger People

Wed, 12 Nov 2014 08:00:00 GMT

This week we're talking all about burnout and letting go of things that just aren't working for us anymore while sipping on Erica's festive party punch.

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Halloween & Zombie Babies

Wed, 29 Oct 2014 07:00:00 GMT

It's almost Halloween so we're talking about the spooky holiday and sipping a creepy cocktail.

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Book Club 2: Midnight and Sherlock

Wed, 15 Oct 2014 07:00:00 GMT

Thanks for joining us for our Fall Edition of The Girl Next Door Book Club! This time we read Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil by John Berendt and the first Sherlock Holmes novel, A Study in Scarlet by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle.

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Fall Extravaganza & Naked Muffins

Wed, 01 Oct 2014 16:28:33 GMT

It's October, so this episode we celebrate fall unashamed! We kicked things off with a Spiced Faux Fall Collins and are talking all things FALL.

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Still Summer & Gas Station Growlers

Wed, 17 Sep 2014 07:00:00 GMT

We're whining a bit about the fact that it still feels very much like summer around here these days, but defying the heat and Kelsey's heartburn with a spicy cocktail.

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Back to School & Psychedelic Dalmations

Wed, 03 Sep 2014 12:00:00 GMT

Kelsey invented a sweet, refreshing cocktail to sip while talking about Back to School season, fresh starts, and the lovely smell of new school supplies.

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Summer Vacations & Bakery Karma

Wed, 20 Aug 2014 12:00:00 GMT

We're talking about summer vacations while sipping on a refreshing mango ice tea cooler.

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Book Release & Political Signs

Wed, 06 Aug 2014 12:00:00 GMT

This week we're celebrating the release of Erica's book, Candid Classroom (!), while enjoying a grapefruit beer mimosa.

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Expecting & Horse T-Shirts

Wed, 23 Jul 2014 12:00:00 GMT

Kelsey makes some big news podcast official and as a result, we share two versions of what we're sipping on this episode and we're talking all things motherhood and nesting.

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Book Club 1: Delancey and Wild

Mon, 14 Jul 2014 18:03:46 GMT

Thanks for joining us for our very first book club episode! To kick things off, we're discussing Wild, by Cheryl Strayed and Delancey, by Molly Wizenberg while enjoying a classic Arnold Palmer.

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Fitness & Hula Hoop Superpowers

Wed, 25 Jun 2014 07:00:00 GMT

We're talking about our current fitness routines and goals while sipping on a cocktail with a suprisingly refreshing combination of flavors.

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Quitting & Scorpion Slaying

Wed, 11 Jun 2014 07:00:00 GMT

In this episode, we're talking about quitting jobs and making big career changes while sipping a tasty summer sangria.

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Social Media & Swimsuit Season

Wed, 28 May 2014 12:00:00 GMT

We're discussing all things social media and summer survival here in the desert, while sipping on deliciousness in the form of a rhubarb thyme margarita.

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Creative Energy & Tiny Baby

Wed, 14 May 2014 13:06:59 GMT

This episode we're talking about how we keep up the creative energy when working on a long term project or blogs, while sipping on a fresh and tasty pineapple mojito.

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In Defense of the Crisp

Wed, 30 Apr 2014 11:47:08 GMT

We're sipping on an aggressive mint julep while talking about spring decorating, spring cleaning and our go-to recipes.

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Criticism & Cadbury Eggs

Fri, 18 Apr 2014 04:33:43 GMT

This episode we’re sipping on a Dark & Stormy in honor of our podcast mentor, Matthew Amster-Burton from Spilled Milk, while catching up. We share a few details from our week including a bit of a doggie disaster, and a sweet surprise from our favorite Canadian.

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Blogs & Bourbon

Mon, 07 Apr 2014 18:24:36 GMT

This week we're talking blogs and blogging while sipping a Blackberry Bourbon Smash that Erica mixed up. It was a beautiful breezy weekend here in the desert, so it's the perfect we're-holding-on-to-cool-weather cocktail.

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Snacks on a Plane

Fri, 21 Mar 2014 16:55:57 GMT

We're sipping on a Hometown Shandy while chatting about our hometowns of Austin, TX and Racine, WI and the pros and cons of moving away. We also share our latest obsessions and news about the animal kingdom that is our neighborhood lately.

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House Guests & Socklets

Sat, 08 Mar 2014 15:03:38 GMT

In this episode, we get up to speed on our creative projects and are talking hosting, house guests and socklets while sipping on Lazy Ladd Lemonade.

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Dr. Fitness & Marriage Maintenance

Fri, 21 Feb 2014 13:00:00 GMT

We share our thoughts on Valentine's Day, love, and marriage while sipping a tasty pink Cherry Sidecar.

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Yoghurt & Apology Cupcakes

Fri, 14 Feb 2014 17:09:12 GMT

We talk about our weeks over this tasty cocktail/dessert:

Double Chocolate Porter Bourbon Float
AKA Sex Panther Float

Adapted from The Rising Spoon

Makes 2 floats

Porter or stout beer(I used San Tan Brewery's Sex Panther. Breckenridge's Vanilla Porter, or Samuel Smith's Organic Chocolate Stout would be great also.)
Vanilla ice cream
1/2 oz whiskey or bourbon

Put two scoops of ice cream in each frosted mug. Pour half the porter in each glass, and drizzle a bit of bourbon over the top. Enjoy with a spoon and straw unless you want ice cream all over your face.

This episode includes an unexpected visitor bearing cupcakes (you won't believe who it is!). We virtually peek inside our closets and share our go-to pieces and accessories. Erica loves these chambray shirts and these skinny jeans. She gives her closet a grade a la Sherry from Young House Love to determine what stays and what goes. Kelsey desperately wants to rock a blazer and a statement necklace.

We're also talking organization and productivity on this episode. How do you meal plan and grocery shop? Inquiring minds need to know. Erica has a specific plan of attack that's working for her right now, and Kelsey's winging it with some basic rules but is always on the hunt for the perfect system. She wrote about it here, here, and here on her blog. We're also sharing all of our tricks for staying motivated and productive at work. Banjo music is one of them.

Great reads and great finds always top our list of current obsessions. Erica talks about her Best of 2013 Nightstand Reviews. Kelsey is reading The Best Food Writing of 2013, The Creative Habit, and is obsessed with the British spelling of yogurt in The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry.

Kelsey's current obsession is the super cute kids' CD Here Come the ABC's by They Might Be Giants, and Erica is watching unhealthy amounts of Dance Moms and Sister Wives.

We'd love to connect with you! Comment below and tell us about what you do to meal plan, stay productive, or ward off stray felines. Weigh in on sister wife fashion and whether it's a yard, rummage, garage or tag sale.

Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes and leave us a review to tell us what you think!

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Hell's Angels & Creativity

Sat, 08 Feb 2014 04:33:39 GMT

During this episode we're sipping a cozy Maple Bourbon Cider while talking about creativity and how it makes us better humans. The Creative Habit and Bird by Bird are some of our greatest inspirations on taking our creative work seriously. Besides books, we're inspired by other brilliant ladies. Erica tells the story of finally breaking in to Kelsey's elite book club, and we share about being the founding members of Creative Club and assembling your board of directors.

We also check in on our New Year's resolutions/goals and discuss Mission Hot Mom and Operation Hide the Bike.

In an act of comaraderie and brutal honesty, we peek inside our makeup bags and divulge our morning beauty routines or lack thereof. Kelsey wants to amp up her routine, and Erica feels very passionate about this topic in part thanks to the Makeup Geek.

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Later 2013, Hello 2014

Wed, 29 Jan 2014 02:59:00 GMT

Not only do we reference Gepetto's workshop but you also get to hear both of us do our best electric saw impressions. Are you pressing play yet?

On the show we're sipping Pirate's Champagne (recipe below), talking about the best of 2013 and looking ahead to 2014. We also compare notes on beating the post-Christmas blues; Kelsey has the Crackling Fireplaceon her TV and it's keeping her cozy (but not very warm).

In neighborhood news there's lots of sawing going on...do you guys have suggestions of what we should do about a noisy neighbor?

Speaking of current obsessions, Kelsey's obsessed with a recipe for Christmas Quiche (below) and Erica's in love with her Kindle Paperwhite (thanks, Santa!).

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