Podcasts about our first drink

We're chatting with creative couple and hosts of the Our First Drink podcast Josh and Stasia Haroldson about what it looks like to be in a creative partnership with your spouse. Join us as we talk about the relationship dynamic that comes from working on a shared project, tips for any creative collaboration, and being yourself on social media. Here's where you can find Josh and Stasia Search your favorite podcast app for “Our First Drink” and visit www.ourfirstdrink.com. You can also check out Josh and Stasia on Instagram. Here’s where to find Abbigail Website: www.InkwellsandImages.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/abbigailekriebs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbigailekriebs/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/inkwellsandimages/ Here’s where to find Ashley Website: www.BrooksEditorial.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/brookseditorial Instagram: http://instagram.com/brookseditorial Pinterest: http://pinterest.com/brookseditorial Quotes from the episode “We’re both balancing the podcast with more traditional 9-5 jobs, so it’s been an interesting balance trying to make time for the creative pursuits we have while keeping our careers at the center for us.” --- Stasia “Is this something you would do even if nobody paid attention to it?” --- Josh “If it’s a hobby or a creative pursuit, it just needs to be something you would do because you’re compelled to do it, even if no one cared.” --- Josh “It’s just awesome to have things to look back on that you made that are your own.” --- Josh “We give the best of ourselves at work. The person we want to spend the most time with and we care the most about doesn’t get to see the best version of ourselves.” --- Josh, quoting Stasia “That’s the cool thing about podcasting. You get to have these deep conversations.” --- Josh “Before these couples even get into [their creative project], they recognize their complementary skillsets.” --- Stasia “If I have to pay taxes to the federal government with anyone, I’m glad it’s with you.” --- Abbie “The last thing social media should ever be is a point of contention.” --- Josh On growing an engaged social media following: “Don’t be a jerk.” --- Josh “By being yourself, you’re more inclined to connect with the people you want to connect with.” --- Stasia “I just really try to share authentically the stories that I care about.” --- Josh “I use Instagram as a very curated version of how I see things.” --- Josh “You Instagram is your space to do what you want with it.” --- Stasia “Ultimately you have to understand what that means. If being you is that you just want to share what’s important to you, you also have to know that it’s okay if maybe your account doesn’t grow, or maybe you don’t get the same numbers other people do. But that’s okay, because the people that do come through are really quality people in your life.” --- Josh “I put myself in this box of creative versus not creative. This year, I basically said I’m not going to think of myself this way anymore.” --- Stasia “I just wanted to let myself out of my internal noncreative box I had put myself in.” --- Stasia “You almost have to give yourself permission to let yourself explore [your creative passions].” --- Stasia “Your creativity can look wildly different from someone else’s, but that doesn’t mean it doesn’t count or it’s not valid.” --- Ashley “There were always some topics I never used to write about because I was afraid of what would happen if I did.” --- Abbigail Mini Book Club Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert Will It Fly? by Pat Flynn A View of the Lake by Beryl Singleton Bissell The Long-Shining Waters by Danielle Sosin Roots & Sky by Christie Purifoy The Anne of Green Gables series

We're back! Sort of. After 9 episodes in a row to launch the podcast we decided to take a short break to recuperate. But in between recording interviews for "Season 2", Josh got inspired to write something while watching our beloved Iowa State Cyclones during March Madness. These shorter episodes are something we'll be doing from time to time in the future. Sometimes they'll be essays and other times they'll just be a quick chat between Stasia and I. Don't worry though, our interviews aren't going anywhere. We've got some great ones already in the can!  In this episode Why Josh and Stasia love March Madness. Cat football jerseys from your alma mater. The importance of choosing a great college even if you don't use your degree. All the reason's Josh loves Iowa State. The best decision of my life. We're on Spotify! Did you know that you can listen to podcasts on Spotify? Are you listening to us on Spotify right now? Well you could be because we're now on Spotify! Just open the app and search for "Our First Drink"! Best, Josh and Stasia p.s. If you liked the show will you help us create an awesome community of couples by clicking on this link to give us a five star rating on iTunes? ourfirstdrink.com/episode10 | Rate us on iTunes | Use "firstdrink" for 20% at shoppaperantler.com

As we’ve mentioned before Stasia is a CPA so this is a busy travel time of the year for her and that means I’m flying solo again in the intro while she is...literally...in the air flying home. And I am so happy for her to be coming home because frankly...I really miss her when she’s gone. She is my best friend in the world and my evening just aren’t the same....or as funny without her. That same kind of friendship is what immediately comes to mind as I look back on our interview with our guests for Ep. 9 of The Our First Drink Podcast, Jonny and Michelle Hoffner of Paper Antler. They are a super talented husband and wife photography duo who since 2008 have been traveling the world capturing gorgeous images for numerous weddings in addition to Pixar, The Huffington Post, Satchel & Page, and Doomtree Records to name a few. But most importantly they are unabashedly best friends and doting parents to their daughter, Dottie. It was such a pleasure to meet these two in person a couple of months ago because they are one of those couples you meet and can instantly tell that they really, REALLY like each other. And that is why we are so happy to have them as our guests this week. If you follow these two on Instagram @paperantler...and you totally should...it is crystal clear how much fun they have with each other and now with their daughter. So we were really curious to learn about what the secret to their relationship is. In this episode Why starting a relationship as close friends is hard to beat. How getting outside of your normal environment can help you see someone in a totally different way. How having a baby has changed their perspective on their business and their professional identity. Inspiration that comes from watching your partner do something that takes real gumption. The importance of liking each other in your relationship Celine Dion karaoke...your heart WILL in fact go on. Our First Drink Couples Quiz Who is the CEO and who is the COO? What's more important to you...experience or accomplishment? Who is the straight man and who is the comedian? Make it happen or let it happen? Karaoke? Yes or no? About Michelle and Jonny Hoffner Lovers of: Dottie, pressing onward and a nice afternoon of Chipotle + Settlers. Haters of: the game. Since 2008 we've been your friendly husband + wife photography duo, traveling the world to capture the beauty and endurance of transient moments. From Argentina to New Zealand, and every corner of the United States, we thrive on being present, intentional and relational in the environments we inhabit. Also, sometimes we rhyme slow. Sometimes we rhyme quick. You can see their work on Instagram @paperantler, the Paper Antler website, and you buy their beautiful prints with... 20% Off Prints from Paper Antler To get this special deal for Our First Drink listeners: Go to shoppaperantler.com Select your print(s). Enter the code, "firstdrink", at checkout for 20% off your ENTIRE order! Thanks again for listening! Best, Josh and Stasia p.s. If you liked the show will you help us create an awesome community of couples by clicking on this link to give us a five star rating on iTunes? ourfirstdrink.com/episode9 | Rate us on iTunes | Use "firstdrink" for 20% at shoppaperantler.com

Welcome to the very first episode of the Our First Drink Podcast! Today’s episode shares the story of Ann and Kai Martin whose nearly 10 year relationship has helped support multiple businesses, traveling around the country, and was all started with an unexpected, one-wheeled vehicle. Listen via iTunes | Stream on Stitcher | Rate us on iTunes About Ann and Kai Martin Ann and Kai are one of those couples that you watch for 5 minutes and just totally get what they’re about. They’re a super creative duo that work hard and support each other unwaveringly. They have a lot of humor in their relationship and we love how they can just laugh and be goofy together through everything. Stasia has known Ann since elementary school in Minnesota. In fact, they actually attended the same school every year, including college at Iowa State, where they both met Josh and Kai. Because of that, both Josh and Stasia had the pleasure of witnessing a lot of the start of their relationship, including some great stories. Ann Martin is an entrepreneur who runs an amazing boutique event production company called Reve in Madison, WI and she absolutely KILLS the events she plans – we’re talking everything from couture fashion shows to immaculate weddings to community bike-in movie nights. Kai Martin has had a great career that’s taken him all around the country. We consider Kai to be a true renaissance man – photographer, singer, and mountain biker. He does it all. In this episode you’ll hear about: How a unicycle played a pivotal role in their relationship. How they balance careers that kept them apart for long stretches. What a new baby means for their relationship. Why it was easy for them to both pursue their dreams at the same time. Who is the CEO and who is the COO in their relationship. OFD Couples Quiz Are you the first people to leave the party or the last person to leave? Are you introverts or extroverts? Who is the CEO and who is the COO of your relationship? If you’re on a hike do you stick to the trail or do you wander off and explore? What is your least favorite household chore? Where was their first drink? Stomping Grounds Cafe in Ames, IA Episode Notes: 00:00: Stasia cracks herself up. 00:49: Why we started Our First Drink. 01:00: We got married at an Apple Orchard. There was a massive bonfire. And a cow train. It was awesome. 03:10: Seriously, google image search kite. 04:15: Learn more about Rêve Boutique Event Production. 04:30: Kai has literally done RAGBRAI on a unicycle. 05:11: Interview Start. 26:15: The Our First Drink Couples Quiz 36:40: Interview End. Links: Reve Madison Ann Martin on Twitter, Instagram Badger Bus – Have Kai drive you around the country! Thanks for Listening! Thank you for listening to Episode 1 of the Our First Drink Podcast! If you enjoyed the episode we hope you can share it with others that might also enjoy hearing these kinds of stories using the social media buttons at the bottom of the post. As we mentioned in the show, please consider leaving an honest review of the show on iTunes. Every review (good or bad) is an enormous help for us as we work to make this show better for people like you. And finally, don’t forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic updates when a new episode is released. Special thanks Ann and Kai Martin for being our first guests and thank you for joining us on the start of this journey! Best, Josh and Stasia p.s. If you liked the show will you help others find it by clicking on this link to give us a five star rating on iTunes?