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Host: Mindy McCulley, MS Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences, University of Kentucky Guest: Anna Cason, RD Extension Associate for Food and Nutrition Season 7, Episode 29 In this episode of Talking FACS, host Mindy McCulley welcomes Anna Cason, Extension Associate for Food and Nutrition at the University of Kentucky, to delve into the world of energy drinks. Are these popular beverages truly effective, or do they hide potential health risks? Anna provides a comprehensive overview of what energy drinks are, highlighting their ingredients, including caffeine and various herbs, and discusses how these drinks are marketed. The discussion addresses the differences between energy shots and larger energy drinks, along with their potential impact on health, such as the interaction of ingredients with medications and the challenges of accurately determining caffeine content. The episode also explores the implications of high caffeine and sugar intake, emphasizing the restrictions for children and the importance of regulating daily consumption. Anna offers insights into healthier alternatives for genuine energy boosts, focusing on nutrition and balanced diet, rather than the temporary fix energy drinks might offer. For more information about feeding children well, check out the Nutrition Education Program or SNACK Club resources. To connect with Snack Club resources: SNACK Club website To Connect with Nutrition Education Program resources, visit: PlanEatMove.com Connect with FCS Extension through any of the links below for more information about any of the topics discussed on Talking FACS. Kentucky Extension Offices UK FCS Extension           Website           Facebook           Instagram           FCS Learning Channel

Hosts: Courtney Luecking, PhD, MPH, RDN Extension Specialist for Maternal and Child Health Anna Cason, RDN, LD, Extension Associate for Food and Nutrition Department of Dietetics and Human Nutrition, Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, University of Kentucky  Dr. Courtney Luecking and Anna Cason wrap up the SNACK Club series by diving into the fascinating world of sensory experiences and their impact on children's eating habits. This episode of Snack Club explores how using our senses can make food fun and engaging for kids. The hosts discuss the eight senses—sight, sound, smell, touch, taste, balance, body awareness, and internal cues—and how each one plays a crucial role in the eating experience. They provide practical tips for parents to create a nurturing feeding environment, from celebrating small wins like a child touching a new food to creative ideas for making mealtime fun, such as food art and involving children in the kitchen. Whether you're dealing with picky eaters or just looking to add a sense of adventure to your family's meals, this episode is packed with insights and strategies to help you raise a mindful eater. Embrace the mess, celebrate the small victories, and discover new ways to make food exploration a joyful journey for your kids. So come for the SNACKS and stay for the SUPPORT! To connect with Snack Club resources: SNACK Club website Big Blue Book Club Facebook Group SNACK Club on YouTube To Connect with FCS Extension: UK Cooperative Extension County Offices   

Hosts: Courtney Luecking, PhD, MPH, RDN Extension Specialist for Maternal and Child Health Anna Cason, RDN, LD, Extension Associate for Food and Nutrition Department of Dietetics and Human Nutrition, Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, University of Kentucky  Guests: Jamie Adkins, MS, CCC-SLP, CLC Speech Language Pathologist and Lactation Consultant Suzanna Attia, MD, MScPH Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, Nutrition Sarah Estill, MAS, RD, LD Maternal and Child Nutrition Kentucky Children's Hospital   Join hosts Dr. Courtney Luecking and Anna Cason in this enlightening episode of SNACK Club as they delve into the complex world of childhood nutrition. With the help of special guests Jamie Adkins, Dr. Suzanna Attia, and Sarah Estill, this episode covers a broad range of childhood feeding topics. Discover practical, science-based strategies for creating a nourishing feeding environment, learn about the red flags for when to seek professional help, and explore the roles of various specialists such as speech-language pathologists and registered dietitians. Our experts also share personal anecdotes and professional insights, providing a holistic view of how to support healthy food-related behaviors in children. Whether you are a parent, caregiver, or educator, this episode offers valuable information and resources to help you navigate the ever-changing landscape of feeding children. Don't miss out on these digestible bits of wisdom designed to support happy, healthy kids. Come for the SNACKS and stay for the SUPPORT. For more information, visit these resources mentioned in this episode: Bright futures Healthy Children - AAP Website GI for kids website (NA society for GI, hepatology, nutrition) Feedingmatters.org CDC's Developmental Milestones Kids eat in color RD blog To connect with Snack Club resources: SNACK Club website Big Blue Book Club Facebook Group SNACK Club on YouTube To Connect with FCS Extension: UK Cooperative Extension County Offices 

Hosts: Courtney Luecking, PhD, MPH, RDN Extension Specialist for Maternal and Child Health Anna Cason, RDN, LD, Extension Associate for Food and Nutrition Department of Dietetics and Human Nutrition, Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, University of Kentucky  Join SNACK Club as we return to tackle the ever-relevant topic of managing mealtime behavior with children. Using a blend of humor and heartfelt stories, Courtney and Anna dive into the contrast between Instagram-perfect meals and the chaotic reality many parents face. From children running around the table to food refusals, this episode provides a compassionate guide to handling these common mealtime challenges. Drawing on personal anecdotes, expert advice, and practical strategies, Anna and Courtney introduce the A, B, C, D approach: Assess the situation Breathe Calculate your response, and Do it consistently Discover how to apply these steps to create a calmer and more enjoyable mealtime environment. They also explore the concept of food waste, offering tips on how to minimize it while still introducing new foods to your child's diet. Whether you're dealing with picky eating or just looking for ways to make family meals less stressful, this episode is packed with insights and encouragement. Tune in to learn how to transform mealtime from a battleground into a bonding experience. And don't miss the sneak peek of their next episode, where they'll discuss when it's time to seek additional help for mealtime issues. So come for the SNACKS and stay for the SUPPORT! To connect with Snack Club resources: SNACK Club website Big Blue Book Club Facebook Group SNACK Club on YouTube To Connect with FCS Extension: UK Cooperative Extension County Offices   

Hosts: Courtney Luecking, PhD, MPH, RDN Extension Specialist for Maternal and Child Health Anna Cason, RDN, LD, Extension Associate for Food and Nutrition Department of Dietetics and Human Nutrition, Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, University of Kentucky  Welcome to the fifth episode of SNACK Club where they dive into the art and science of creating pleasant and meaningful mealtime experiences for families. Drawing from their extensive expertise in family and child nutrition, Courtney and Anna explore the significance of mealtime rituals, the power of gratitude, and the role of sweets in a balanced diet. They also touch on how to make holidays less about food and more about meaningful connections and traditions. Tune in to find out how to make mealtimes more enjoyable and mindful, setting the stage for a lifetime of healthy eating habits and cherished family moments. So come for the SNACKS and stay for the SUPPORT! To connect with Snack Club resources: SNACK Club website Big Blue Book Club Facebook Group SNACK Club on YouTube To Connect with FCS Extension: UK Cooperative Extension County Offices 

Hosts: Courtney Luecking, PhD, MPH, RDN Extension Specialist for Maternal and Child Health Anna Cason, RDN, LD, Extension Associate for Food and Nutrition Department of Dietetics and Human Nutrition, Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, University of Kentucky    Join hosts Dr. Courtney Luecking and Anna Cason, as they continue the SNACK Club adventure of feeding children, presented in partnership with the University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service. Our journey has brought us to the topic of Setting the Table for a "Successful" Mealtime through Structure and Boundaries. Discover practical, science-based strategies to set the table for a nourishing feeding environment. From planning balanced meals and snacks to establishing consistent eating routines, this episode is packed with actionable insights. Learn how to: say "no" mindfully create a distraction-free eating space enjoy the social and emotional benefits of family meals Whether you are a parent or caregiver, tune in to explore how small changes can lead to big improvements in your child's eating habits and overall well-being. Ready to transform your mealtime chaos into mindful moments of connection? This episode is your guide. So come for the SNACKS and stay for the SUPPORT! To connect with Snack Club resources: SNACK Club website Big Blue Book Club Facebook Group SNACK Club on YouTube To Connect with FCS Extension: UK Cooperative Extension County Offices 

Hosts: Courtney Luecking, PhD, MPH, RDN Extension Specialist for Maternal and Child Health Anna Cason, RDN, LD, Extension Associate for Food and Nutrition Department of Dietetics and Human Nutrition, Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, University of Kentucky   In another engaging episode of SNACK Club, we dive into the intricate dance of mealtime roles and responsibilities between caregivers and children. This episode is all about creating a mindful and nourishing feeding environment by understanding the division of responsibility.  Our experts share their insights and experiences to help caregivers navigate the often-challenging world of feeding children. They explore the concept of the "five Ws" – who, what, when, where, and whether – and discuss how these elements play a crucial role in establishing a harmonious mealtime routine.  Participants will learn about the importance of trust in the feeding relationship, the subtle yet powerful differences between pressuring and encouraging, and how to recognize and respect a child's hunger and fullness cues. Through compelling storytelling and practical examples, this episode offers valuable strategies for fostering a positive eating environment that allows children to thrive.  Join us for an insightful conversation that promises to change the way you approach mealtime with your little ones. Leave with a deeper understanding of how to raise a mindful eater.  So come for the SNACKS and stay for the SUPPORT! To connect with Snack Club resources: SNACK Club website Big Blue Book Club Facebook Group SNACK Club on YouTube To Connect with FCS Extension: UK Cooperative Extension County Offices   

Independent bottle shops were one of the biggest wins from the pandemic for Ontario craft beer drinkers, and in this latest episode of The Business of Beer, we catch up with two bottle shops x contract breweries that approached it completely differently. Michael of Gather Brewery & Glassworks and Alexander of Lovebird Snack Club joined Cee and Nate to chat about the logistics and challenges of opening a bottle shop in Ontario, why it's so difficult to maneuver around the laws, the benefits and downsides of both approaches (starting a contract brewery then a bottleshop vs starting a bottleshop then a contract brewery), the limitations of contract brewing, working with the LCBO, the bureaucracy of alcohol sales in Ontario, how it works with licensees, and their future plans for their beers. The fellas delivered a killer lineup of crispies for the pod: Lovebird Good Things Rice Lager, Gather Dam Good Lager American Lager, Lovebird x Emmer's Proof Sourdough Helles Lager, and Gather Big Pants Pilsner Czech-style Pilsner. This was fascinating - cheers!   BAOS Podcast Subscribe to the podcast on YouTube | Website | Theme tune: Cee - BrewHeads

Hosts: Courtney Luecking, PhD, MPH, RDN Extension Specialist for Maternal and Child Health Anna Cason, RDN, LD, Extension Associate for Food and Nutrition Department of Dietetics and Human Nutrition, Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, University of Kentucky   Welcome back for another engaging episode of SNACK Club, where our nutrition experts delve into the intricate world of child nutrition. Join our hosts as they share science-based, practical strategies for creating a nourishing and positive feeding environment. Discover how to reframe your conversations about food, turning potentially stressful meal times into opportunities for growth and joy. From the influence of media and grocery store adventures to the subtle yet powerful impact of our body language and words, this episode covers it all. Listen in as we explore the concept of food culture, discuss the importance of fostering a healthy relationship with food, and provide actionable tips for encouraging mindful eating habits in children. Whether you're a parent, caregiver, or simply interested in nutrition, this episode is packed with valuable insights to help you support nourished, active children. Embark on this journey towards raising mindful eaters and transforming the way we talk about food. So come for the SNACKS and stay for the SUPPORT! To connect with Snack Club resources: SNACK Club website Big Blue Book Club Facebook Group SNACK Club on YouTube To Connect with FCS Extension: UK Cooperative Extension County Offices 

  Hosts: Courtney Luecking, PhD, MPH, RDN Extension Specialist for Maternal and Child Health Anna Cason, RDN, LD, Extension Associate for Food and Nutrition Department of Dietetics and Human Nutrition, Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, University of Kentucky   Welcome to the inaugural episode of Big Blue Book Club presents SNACK Club, where hosts Courtney Luecking and Anna Cason delve into the essentials of raising healthy, happy eaters. Inspired by the insightful books Raising a Healthy, Happy Eater and How to Raise a Mindful Eater, they discuss the often-overlooked aspect of children's nutrition: what to feed them. Join the conversation as they break down the USDA's MyPlate guidelines, offering practical tips on incorporating fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and proteins into children's diets. They tackle common challenges and share small, impactful swaps to improve diet quality, all while keeping the focus on developing a holistic, nourishing eating pattern. Discover valuable resources and strategies to overcome barriers to healthy eating, ensuring that every child has the support they need to thrive. Don't miss this engaging discussion packed with actionable advice and heartwarming anecdotes. So come for the SNACKS and stay for the SUPPORT! To connect with Snack Club resources: SNACK Club website Big Blue Book Club Facebook Group SNACK Club on YouTube For other resources mentioned in this episode, visit: MyPlate.gov  PlatEatMove.com To Connect with FCS Extension: UK Cooperative Extension County Offices     

Host: Mindy McCulley, MS Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences, University of Kentucky Guests: Courtney Luecking, PhD, RD Extension Specialist for Maternal and Child Health and Anna Cason, RD Extension Associate for Food and Nutrition Special Edition Episode Welcome to this SURPRISE edition of Talking FACS providing a "taste" of what is to come in September!  On Thursdays and Mondays beginning September 5 through September 30, our featured guests Dr. Courtney Luecking and Anna Cason will present SNACK Club right here on the Talking FACS podcast. Discover how SNACK Club is featured as part of the Big Blue Book Club, a wildly successful program that connects people through literature. Learn about the unique approach of sharing content in bite-sized, actionable strategies perfect for busy caregivers. Whether you are in the early hands-on stages or navigating the whirlwind of children's activities, this program offers invaluable insights. Explore the curated books, Raising a Healthy, Happy Eater and How to Raise a Mindful Eater, which provide a comprehensive look at both the logistics and behavior of eating, while highlighting various engaging topics such as positive food language, creating mealtime structure, and the fun of embracing the mess. Join us as we navigate the journey of feeding children, offering resources, support, and community. Whether through listening, watching, or participating in local extension office activities, there are numerous ways to get involved. Register for Big Blue Book Club presents Snack Club by clicking the link below: Register at ukfcs.net/BBBCsnack Follow the podcast to receive notice when new shows drop To watch the video companion on our YouTube Channel visit the link below: FACS Learning Channel Subscribe and hit the bell in the top right to receive notification when new videos are posted. Connect with FCS Extension through any of the links below for more information about this topic or any of the topics discussed on Talking FACS. Kentucky Extension Offices UK FCS Extension           Website           Facebook           Instagram           FCS Learning Channel

This week, we had an interview with one of our new favorite people: Kyle Torok from Atlanta Snack Club! It's hard to pin down exactly what the ASC is, but it's clear that they have a lot of fun exploring Atlanta on foot. We appreciated Kyle's refreshing take on the purpose of running, and we're excited to go to an upcoming group run!

E o papo de hoje é sobre os bastidores da campanha “Lançamento Chavoso”, desenvolvida pela Leo Burnet Tailor Made para lançar três novos sabores do snack Club Social, marca da Mondelēz Brasil. A campanha foi gravada em Paraisópolis e teve envolvidas as equipes da MediaMonks, Rebolution, Quebrada Produções, Humanz, TikTok e a trilha sonora do grupo de funk Heavy Baile. Para assistir a campanha basta acessar o link https://bit.ly/3Q7TOn2 . Para falar sobre o tema, recebemos Yana Leocádio, gerente de marketing da marca Club Social. Yana é graduada em administração com ênfase em Marketing pela ESPM. Tem quase 10 anos de experiência na área de marketing em multinacional no mercado de bens de consumo, liderando marcas de grande sucesso no Brasil como Bis, Sonho de Valsa, Clight, Fresh e Philadelphia. Envie sua sugestão de pauta para producao.makingof@megabrasil.com.br . O programa Making Of é apresentado por Regina Antonelli todas as quartas, às 10h, com reapresentações as quintas, às 13h, e as sextas, às 19h, na Rádio Mega Brasil Online, e é disponibilizado, simultaneamente com a estreia, em imagens na TV Mega Brasil.

All issues being reviewed on our podcast may contain spoilers without extra warning. Some audio delays may occur. Club Discussion: Buffy the Last Vampire Slayer #2, The Batman & Scooby-Doo Mysteries #10Weekly Reviews: She-Hulk #1, Tales from the Cryptic Closet #1-3, Lady Mechanika: La Dama De La Muerte, Star Wars Adventures: The Weapon of the Jedi, Silver Surfer: Rebirth #1, Comics and Stories #1-4, Red Sonja: Holiday Special, Silk #1, The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen: Century 1969Letters Page: Which comic book characters would you cast as your parents?

Welcome to A Woman's Brew, where women talk about beer! Be warned, this episode might make you hungry! We chat with Ro from Beer Snack Club and look at his first subscription box of beer and snack pairings. We discuss how to pair beer with food, resources to build your beer and food pairing knowledge and how Ro came up with this business model anyway! The December box from Beer Snack Club will be out soon – check it out and grab a subscription here: https://beersnackclub.co.uk/ Ro recommended Garret Oliver's The Brewmaster's Table as a great beer and food pairing resource. Find it on Amazon. Jo recommended books by Mark Dredge – Beer & Food and Cooking With Beer, find his books here: https://uk.bookshop.org/books?keywords=mark+dredge We also mentioned the podcast Bean to Barstool for beer and chocolate pairing, find them on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/beantobarstool/ Get in Touch: Email: lovebeerlearning@gmail.com Website: http://www.lovebeerlearning.co.uk Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/lovebeerlearning Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lovebeerlearning Tori: @adventures_in_hoptimism Joanne: @awomansbrew. Facebook Group: Women's Pint Club Join the mailing list: https://www.subscribepage.com/v5c0a7 Support us on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/lovebeerlearning Subscribe: · iTunes · Spotify · Sounder · Google · Stitcher · TuneIn Watch: YouTube Music: Higher Up by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

We are so excited to share these new tunes with you! Join us for the best day ever in our backyard with words of kindness, barbecue, vaccinated grandma's, lessons on money, friendship, unique and amazing people, bubbles & joy and a sweet look at the night sky. This episode features the following songs: Best Day Ever - SaulPaul Please Excuse Me Thank You - Ziggy Marley (feat. Alanis Morrisette) There's a Party in My Backyard - DJ Willy Wow The Moon & the Stars & Me - The Bright Siders Juneteenth - Fyütch + Alphabet Rockers Common Scents -Secret Agent 23 Skidoo (feat. Asheville Symphony & Awa Sangho) Friendship Party - Lucy Kalantari (feat. Jazzy Ash & Joelle Lurie) No One Exactly Like You - Pierce Freelon & Nnenna Freelon Like a Bubble - Andrew & Polly (feat. Mista Cookie Jar) Being a musician is tough! Please support these artists and share their work. To find out more about Ear Snacks or be on the show, visit earsnacks.org. If you want to support the work we do (and get extra content, personalized birthday videos, sneak peaks and more), join the Snack Club at patreon.com/earsnacks - it's a TREAT to make brain food for your kids & all kids! Still need more snacks? Connect with us on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter or TikTok!

What makes a treat a treat? Andrew & Polly ask kids on 3 continents, neighbor and food scientist Sara Yang, and treat-inspired multimedia Minnesotans Bryan and Neil of Koo Koo Kanga Roo. Andrew also unveils the Treat Song 3000 and, deliciousness ensues! Thank you to Elias, Bodhin, JoJo, Madelynn, and Monk for treating us to your thoughts on treats. Thanks to Sara Yang for helping us think about sensory science as it relates to food and for giving us a nose-pinching jelly bean taste-testing experiment to try. This episode includes an original underscore as well as snippets of Grapes by Andrew & Polly, Everybody Eats When They Come to My House by Cab Calloway, and two tunes -- I Like Cake and Ice Cold Lemonade -- by our guests Koo Koo Kanga Roo. Their new record Slow Clap and their podcast Banter Buddies and you can find Bryan and Neil at a dance party or craft service table near you. Hooray for our newest Patreon supporters Nona and Juno! If you want to support the work we do (and get extra content, personalized birthday videos, sneak peaks and more), join the Snack Club at patreon.com/earsnacks - it's a TREAT to make brain food for your kids & all kids!

All issues being reviewed on our podcast may contain spoilers without extra warning. Club Discussion: The Batman & Scooby-Doo! Mysteries #1 Weekly Reviews: Mooncakes, Batman: The Detective #1, Blood & Dust Vol 1, Inkblot #7, Lighter than my Shadow, Anne of Green Gables, Dead of Winter: Good Good Dog, Spider-Man: Spider's Shadow #1, Encounter: Welcome to the Team Vol 2, Hit-Girl in Canada TPB, Letters Page: If Batman could team up with any cartoon character(s), who would you choose? ------------------------------ Theme music by: BVSMV bvsmv.bandcamp.com

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Your favorite ranting trio is back, and this time we’re leaving the locker room and talking about class etiquette! We dive into every topic from natural deodorants, recording during class, and how to not be a creep. Has your life ever flashed in front of your eyes when someone carried a weight over your face? Um, SAME. Whenever you see Hanna please remember to tag #casperthefriendlycreeper. Follow Hanna @hannamargarete and follow Daryn @darynjs and @thespacebetween_yoga! Follow @coldsweatchicago for podcast updates, and check out the new website coldsweatmedia.com. Don’t forget to subscribe to the monthly non-annoying newsletter with more promos, event updates, and other fun goodies! Most importantly, subscribe, rate, and review the podcast! Thank you to today’s sponsors: CycleBar River North: Mention Cold Sweat in studio after booking your first class to get your second class free! KIND Snacks: Use code COLDSWEAT20 for 20% off your order at kindsnacks.com. Or head to coldsweatmedia.com (this episode's page) to get 25% off your first Snack Club subscription order!

Tero Isokauppila has been foraging for mushrooms for pretty much his entire life, from when he grew up on the Finnish farm that's been in his family for 13 (!!) generations to, well, right after this interview, when he was off to Central Park to see what fungi he could find. The founder of Four Sigmatic, the powdered mushroom company that's become the obsession of the wellness world, sat down with me to dive deep into medicinal mushrooms. We talk about what mushrooms actually are (turns out, they're not a plant or an animal), and the history of mushrooms being used therapeutically. He walks us through the four main types of therapeutic mushrooms, sharing what each one is especially good for. He also shares some impressive studies and statistics (did you know, for instance, that 40% of pharmaceuticals are derived from mushrooms?) and the dangerous mistake many people make when it comes to mushrooms. Finally, we dive into his own wellness habits, from the diet he follows, to the simple hack he uses to make any supplement he takes more bioavailable. If you're curious about this new wellness trend (which is quickly becoming a wellness staple), this is a must-listen episode. Hungryroot delivers weekly boxes of healthy convenience foods that customers can use to make a variety of inspiring and delicious dishes. All our food is plant-based and gluten-free, and comes either ready to eat or ready in less than 15 minutes. Use code mbg to get $25 off your first two deliveries with a total savings of $50. KIND makes delicious, healthy snacks using whole ingredients. All of KIND’s snacks are crafted with delicious, wholesome ingredients like nuts, fruits and whole grains to keep your body and your taste buds happy! Try 20 KIND Snacks for $20 and get free shipping when you subscribe to Snack Club, KIND’s monthly snack subscription service. Go to kindsnacks.com/MBG for more details. To contact Jason with comments, questions, or speaker ideas, please e-mail podcast@mindbodygreen.com. For all sponsorship inquiries, please e-mail sales@mindbodygreen.com. Want to join our podcast newsletter? Sign up here!

In this episode, we report live from The 2018 Miss Jenn-ited States of America Popcast Pageant. We take a look at the most competitive Jennifers this year, the ones who didn’t make the cut, the past winners, and the Anti-Jennifers. Plus, the latest in pop culture news.MENTIONSEpisode 196:2017 Chris America PageantThe Popcast Live! with Sophie Hudsonand Melanie Shankle: Learn more about our Fall DatesJennifer GarnerJennifer LopezJennifer AnistonJennifer LeeJenny SlateJen HatmakerThe Bible Binge Season 2BONUS SEGMENTOur Patreon supporters can get full access to this week’s News and Notes segment. Become a partner.Box Office UpdateScarlet Johansson Casting ControversyMiles Teller Cast in Top Gun 2Idris Elba with The Rock in a Fast & Furious SpinoffSasha Baron Cohen's New ShowJUSTIN BIEBER ENGAGEDNetflix UltraGREEN LIGHTSKnox: Book - Shoe Dogby Phil KnightJamie: TV - Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee | Music- Ben Rector's MagicTHE BACHELORETTE EPISODE RECAPSWe recap each episode of The Bachelorette for our Friends of the Show at Patreon. Support at either Friend level gets you our weekly recaps dropped into your podcast app every Tuesday. Go to www.knoxandjamie.com/patreonto support the show. And thank you!SHOW SPONSORSCasper: Get $50 off toward select mattresses at Casper.com/greenlightand use promo code “Greenlight”.Beach Body on Demand:Get a free trial membership when you text [Popcast] to 303030.KIND Snacks: Enjoy 50% off and free shipping on your first Snack Pack when you subscribe to it through Snack Club, KIND’s monthly snack subscription service. Go to kindsnacks.com/popfor more details.Third Love: Visit www.thirdlove.com/popto find your perfect-fitting bra… and get 15% off your first purchase.Subscribe to Episodes: iTunes | Android Subscribe to our Weekly newsletter: http://www.knoxandjamie.com/newsletterFollow Us:Instagram| Twitter| FacebookSupport Us:Monthly Donation| One-Time Donation| Swag

In this episode, we tackle the latest pop culture news and share our first impressions, predictions, and much more prompted initially by one simple word.MENTIONSThe Summer Pop-Up ShopThe Popcast Live! with Sophie Hudsonand Melanie Shankle: Learn more about our Fall DatesJohnny Depp Profile in Rolling StoneBox Office UpdateBeyonce and Jay-Z's New Album: Everything is LoveNetflix Fires PR ChiefABC's ScandalsNev Schulman Cleared of Creeper StatusChris Pratt and Katherine Schwarzenegger's DateThe Bible Binge Season 2BONUS SEGMENTOur Patreon supporters can get full access to this week’s one hour Ask-Us-Anything segment with Erin "The Edge" Moon. Become a partner.GREEN LIGHTSKnox: Book - Florida by Lauren GroffJamie: Movie - Set It UpTHE BACHELORETTE EPISODE RECAPSWe recap each episode of The Bachelorette for our Friends of the Show at Patreon. Support at either Friend level gets you our weekly recaps dropped into your podcast app every Tuesday. Go to www.knoxandjamie.com/patreonto support the show. And thank you!POP-UP SALEWe have a new Summer Pop-Up shop. We are cleaning out the merch closet and we have Educated shirts, Popcast Sunglasses and Bible Binge mugs. There are limited quantities, so don't delay. The current run of mugs will be available for order through June 27 or until we sell out. www.knoxandjamie.com/shopSHOW SPONSORSKIND Snacks: Enjoy 50% off and free shipping on your first Snack Pack when you subscribe to it through Snack Club, KIND’s monthly snack subscription service. Go to kindsnacks.com/popfor more details.Simple Contacts:To save $30 off your first order visit www.simplecontacts.com/popor use code POP during checkout. Salsa Basket:Save 10% on your first order by visiting www.salsa-basket.comand enter code POP. Care/Of: For 25% off your first month of personalized care/of vitamins, visit takecareof.comand enter promo code “POP”.Subscribe to Episodes: iTunes | Android Subscribe to our Weekly newsletter: http://www.knoxandjamie.com/newsletterFollow Us:Instagram| Twitter| FacebookSupport Us:Monthly Donation| One-Time Donation| Swag

Weleda is a green brand that goes way, way back—it's been around since 1921. Originally a plant-based medicine company, over the years it has evolved into a natural beauty powerhouse that calls on the power of plants for its nourishing products. In this episode, Rob Keen, who has served as Weleda's CEO for North America since 2016, gives us an inside look into the green beauty industry. He predicts the ingredients that are about to shake up our routines, describes what's next for skin care, and talks about what it will take for natural products to become the new normal. Along the way, he touches on issues of access in the natural beauty space, gives tips for spotting "faux natural" brands, and shares the nonnegotiable beauty products to add to your repertoire. For Weleda, at the end of the day, it's all about going back to the basics. Though the company is nearly a century old, its ingredient list has remained relatively unchanged since the beginning, which speaks volumes about its sourcing. "People and nature have a symbiotic relationship," he tells mbg. "When they’re working together, it creates health." Now that's something we can get on board with. Enjoy this episode! Thrive Market's catalog includes 5,000 of your favorite premium, organic products up to 50% off and delivered straight to your door. Thrive Market is on a mission to make healthy living, affordable and accessible to everyone! Go to thrivemarket.com/mindbodygreen for a 30 day free trial and $60 off organic groceries with free shipping. KIND makes delicious, healthy snacks using whole ingredients. All of KIND’s snacks are crafted with delicious, wholesome ingredients like nuts, fruits and whole grains to keep your body and your taste buds happy! Enjoy 50% off and free shipping on your first Snack Pack when you subscribe to it through Snack Club, KIND’s monthly snack subscription service. Go to kindsnacks.com/MBG for more details. To contact Jason with comments, questions, or speaker ideas, please e-mail podcast@mindbodygreen.com. For all sponsorship inquiries, please e-mail sales@mindbodygreen.com. Want to join our podcast newsletter? Sign up here!

Here comes the bride! Fifteen years later…with a broken can opener! Today on The Home Hour, we’re taking a look back at the wedding registries we created years ago! Join hosts Kirsten and Graham as we chat about what happened to all that loot we acquired, what we regret asking for, what we still love and use today, and how everything looks after over a decade of wear and tear! We also fantasize over the exciting imaginary question: what would we ask for if we could register today?  Sponsor Spotlight: KIND Snack Club Hey Home Hour listeners, don’t you just wish you could have added KIND Bars to your registry? We know you see them everywhere– your local grocery store, coffee shop or gym. KIND Snacks are a favorite of Graham and Kirsten because they make delicious, healthy snacks using whole ingredients you can recognize and pronounce. We love them! Our kids love them! What’s not to LOVE!  Well, if you’re ready to try some tasty AND healthy snacks, we’ve got a special deal for you! Home Hour listeners, can try 10 KIND Bars for free, all you have to pay is shipping!  When you order the sample box, you’ll also get to try KIND’s Snack Club, where you’ll receive monthly snacks at a discount and get members only bonuses. Graham and Kirsten have both joined the KIND Snack Club and we are loving having our pantries always stocked with these delicious snacks! To access this great deal visit KindSnacks.com/thehomehour. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the Season 1 finale, reformed extremist Christian Picciolini [4:02] joins Ana to talk about his experience as a white supremacist, how his mind changed, and the work he does today to show people that there is life after hate. They discuss the rise and shifts in white supremacy within the United States and the way that white supremacists have softened their image by using coded language and racial dog whistles. The conversation turns to the ways in which white supremacy is like an addiction, and the possibilities of treating them both through recovery, kindness, and empathy. He also shares his own perspective on how to confront white supremacy: not with violence, but by helping people identify and fill in the holes in their lives, and showing how they can change. Later on, Ana and Christian touch on one of the most important things to keep in mind when dealing with not just white supremacy but ordinary interactions with people in everyday life: everybody is going through something we can’t see. The conversation ends with what makes Christian worried, and hopeful, about the society we now live in. Afterward, [58:43] Ana revisits last week’s episode about Black Panther, acknowledging the ways her own whiteness makes it impossible to fully grasp Wakanda’s decision to not take back Killmonger. Thank you to everyone that has been a part of this podcast in some way for making it a wonderful first season. We’ll be back soon. You can find Christian’s book here: https://www.christianpicciolini.com/book Here’s the Kevin Love piece Ana referenced in the show: https://www.theplayerstribune.com/kevin-love-everyone-is-going-through-something/ Send us an email at withfriendslikepod@gmail.com and find us on Twitter at @crooked_friends. Check out our sponsors! Get 15% off your first purchase from Third Love at Thirdlove.com/friends. Try a 10 Kind Bar Sample Box for free if you pay for shipping and join Kind’s Snack Club at Kindsnacks.com/friends. Visit Parachutehome.com/friends for free shipping and returns. If you don’t love it, send it back, and Parachute will donate your used items to Habitat for Humanity. Post jobs on Ziprecruiter for free at Ziprecruiter.com/friends to find the perfect candidate for whatever you are looking for.

What’s going on with you? No really, what’s up? Today on The Home Hour we’re talking about what’s happening RIGHT NOW in our world, our country, our states, our cities and towns, our neighborhoods,…and of course, in our own homes. Join hosts Kirsten and Graham as we chat about everything from world events like the drought in Cape Town to what’s being served up at our neighborhood restaurants. We start big then go small, and really dive in to what’s going on in our world. Plus, why Kirsten’s town in littered with lime colored bicycles, why Graham’s city is litter free thanks to the mysterious CLAW, and why Graham thinks Bridge may be making a comeback. (Yes – the card game!)  Sponsor Spotlight: Princeton Review! In our house, evenings can be crazy and homework can be a big source of stress for our family!  While we both want to be “that mom” who is always available for homework help, the reality is that we’re often not available to help or we’re just not the ones who our kids are willing to learn from.  Enter Homework Help from The Princeton Review on-demand tutoring that matches kids with a tutor in under a minute. This is a lifesaver for busy parents! AND… Princeton Review has an amazing deal going. Home Hour listeners are able to try their tutoring service AT ZERO COST!!! Just click here to learn more: http://princetonreview.com/thehomehour.  SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT: KIND Snack Club! The Home Hour runs on KIND snacks! They are our favorite! They make delicious, healthy snacks using whole ingredients you can recognize and pronounce! If you’ve never tried these tasty AND healthy snacks, then get ready because we’ve got a special deal for you! Home Hour listeners, can try 10 KIND Bars for free, all you have to pay is shipping!  When you order the sample box, you’ll also get to try KIND’s Snack Club, where you’ll receive monthly snacks at a discount and get members only bonuses. To access this great deal visit KindSnacks.com/thehomehour. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week’s pod, The Atlantic’s McKay Coppins (@mckaycoppins) joins Ana to talk about Mitt Romney’s return to politics and what it was like covering Romney’s Presidential run as the other Mormon on the bus. From there, the conversation turns to Mormon conservatism and its unique attitude towards Donald Trump, the history of the LDS Church, and Ana and McKay’s respective relationships with faith. They also talk a lot about prayer, which they both love and both feel a little weird talking about in public. You can find McKay’s book here: https://www.amazon.com/Wilderness-Republican-Combative-Contentious-Chaotic/dp/0316327417 Send us an email at withfriendslikepod@gmail.com and find us on Twitter at @crooked_friends. Check out our sponsors! Get ready for Season Two of CBS’ “The Good Fight” with a free trial of CBS All Access at cbs.com/friends. Find clothes you’ll actually love with Stitch Fix, your Online Personal Stylist. Get started at stichfix.com/friends for 25% off the first time you keep all five items in your box.  Visit tripping.com/friends today to save time and money as you plan your next trip with a great vacation rental.  Try a free 10-snack variety pack when you sign up for Kind’s Snack Club and pay for shipping at kindsnacks.com/friends.

It may be the day after Valentine’s Day but love is still in the air on The Home Hour! We’re wrapping up our Valentines month series with a frank conversation about why one of the least discussed elements of a happy home is also one of the most important. On today’s episode, hosts Kirsten and Graham are joined by licensed clinical psychologist Dr. Megan Fleming to discuss what it takes to have a happy sex life and why it’s so important. Dr. Megan Fleming has been practicing sex therapy and marriage counseling in New York City for 15 years. To learn more about Dr. Megan Flemming and the many wonderful resources she offers, please visit her website Great Life; Great Sex. Sponsor Spotlight: KIND Bars! Hey Home Hour listeners, have you ever tried a KIND Bar? (or are you already HUGE FANS like we are?) They make delicious, healthy snacks using whole ingredients you can recognize and pronounce. Well, if you’re ready to try some tasty AND healthy snacks, we’ve got a special deal for you! Home Hour listeners, can try 10 KIND Bars for free, all you have to pay is shipping! When you order the sample box, you’ll also get to try KIND’s Snack Club, where you’ll receive monthly snacks at a discount and get members only bonuses. To access this great deal visit KindSnacks.com/thehomehour. Plus…as Graham wisely pointed out— who doesn’t want to be in a club?! We are also SO EXCITED to introduce our partnership with LIzzie Post and Dan Senning Post, of Awesome Etiquette. Kirsten & Graham are thrilled to announce that the Home Hour will be featured on one of our favorite podcasts: Awesome Etiquette. As our listeners know, we love etiquette, kindness, and graciousness…but sometimes we need some extra help tackling these issues; that’s where Lizzie & Dan come in! Lizzie Post and Daniel Post Senning, cousins and co-presidents of the Emily Post Institute answer your questions about etiquette in the 21st century in this weekly hour long podcast. With advice based on consideration, respect, and honesty, Awesome Etiquette guides listeners through everything from traditional etiquette quandaries to everyday and emerging issues in today’s world. If you haven’t yet listened to this wonderful podcast, we can’t recommend it enough! Check out the episode featuring our question HERE! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We talk a lot on the Home Hour about organizing and decluttering and we agree that purging our homes is HARD! What if we need it someday? What if we regret getting rid of it? It cost so much to purchase! What if? What if? What if? But if we think it’s hard to part with our own stuff, how much harder is it to discard other people’s stuff? This episode is all about what to do with the hand-me-downs currently in your home and through it all we’re going to be looking at our things knowing that one day “our stuff” may become someone else’s “other people’s stuff”. Do we care if people keep it? Do we have things we really want others to have? We also talk about what to do, in very practical ways, to deal with the “stuff” left behind when a loved one passes Plus, family drama over mattresses, Graham’s distrust of her future daughters- in-law, and how we plan to recreate the Golden Girls in our real life retirements! * Here’s a great article from Houzz on cleaning vs reupholstering vs replacing old furniture:  Sponsor Spotlight: KIND Snack Club! The Home Hour runs on KIND snacks! They are our favorite! They make delicious, healthy snacks using whole ingredients you can recognize and pronounce! If you’ve never tried these tasty AND healthy snacks, then get ready because we’ve got a special deal for you! Home Hour listeners, can try 10 KIND Bars for free, all you have to pay is shipping!  When you order the sample box, you’ll also get to try KIND’s Snack Club, where you’ll receive monthly snacks at a discount and get members only bonuses. To access this great deal visit KindSnacks.com/thehomehour. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’re really getting into the spirits of the season…it’s the Holiday Cocktail Episode of the Home Hour! This episode is a beginner’s guide to mixing drinks and a look into how festive seasonal cocktails can help make your holiday merry and bright!  Join hosts Kirsten and Graham we chat with the amazing Hannah Chamberlain of Spirited LA about all things cocktails. This episode is full of fantastic tips from Hannah on how handcrafting cocktails can be a fun and creative addition to your entertaining. She shares some great tips about what makes an amazing drink, how to jazz up some traditional holiday favorites, and where to begin if you’ve never stepped behind a bar before. And, just in case you enjoyed your cocktails a little too much, Hannah also reveals some tried and true hangover cures from LA’s best bartenders. We also tried a delicious holiday drink created by Hannah herself! “Blitzen Sour” (A Christmas-y version of a Whiskey Sour) 1.5 oz bourbon .75 oz rosemary syrup (I’ll give you instructions on this!) .75 oz strained lemon juice .5 oz ginger liqueur (Domaine de Canton or King’s Ginger are both good!) (Add all of the above to a shaker 3/4 full of ice, shake for 20 seconds and strain into a glass) Garnish with a sprig of rosemary and a few cranberries To make the rosemary syrup: Bring one cup of water to a boil and gradually stir in one cup of sugar, reduce to a slow simmer. Add one package of fresh rosemary sprigs (minus one piece for a garnish), and then allow to simmer for 15-20 minutes (taste it from time to time to check that the flavor has come through). When you’ve reached the desired flavor, strain out the rosemary sprigs and allow the syrup to cool to room temperature before using. Store the remainder is a glass container in the fridge (it will be good for 5-7 days). Links we mentioned on the show: * 12 Bottle Bar Book: A great book for beginner mixologists * Horchata: Great lighter/vegan alternative to eggnog Sponsor Spotlight: KIND Snack Club Hey Home Hour listeners, have you ever tried a KIND Bar? You might have seen them in your local grocery store, coffee shop or gym. They make delicious, healthy snacks using whole ingredients you can recognize and pronounce. Well, if you’re ready to try some tasty AND healthy snacks, we’ve got a special deal for you! Home Hour listeners, can try 10 KIND Bars for free, all you have to pay is shipping!  When you order the sample box, you’ll also get to try KIND’s Snack Club, where you’ll receive monthly snacks at a discount and get members only bonuses. Graham and Kirsten have both joined the KIND Snack Club and we are loving having our pantries always stocked with these delicious snacks! To access this great deal visit KindSnacks.com/thehomehour. Sponsor Spotlight: Canvas People: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What does “Graciousness” mean anyway? Would someone describe you as gracious? Maybe you already show graciousness when things are going well, but what does it look like to have “Grace under Fire”? Join us today as we take adulting to a whole new level and learn how to get gracious! On this episode of the Home Hour, we’re discovering what it takes not just to navigate the world as a grown-up, but to navigate with style! Join hosts Kirsten & Graham for an entertaining yet equally inspiring conversation as we chat with New York Times Best-Selling Author, and overall genuinely lovely person, Kelly Williams Brown. In her first book, Adulting: How to become a Grow-up in 468 Easy(ish) Steps, Kelly taught us what it means to really be a grown-up in today’s world. In her latest book, Graciousness: A Practical Primer on Charm, Tact, and Unsinkable Strength, we learn how it’s not just important to live as an adult, but to live as an adult who makes life better for those around her! Links We Mentioned on this Episode: * Nora’s Nest: Kelly’s Favorite Design Blog Sponsor Spotlight! KIND Snack Club We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again… we LOVE our KIND Snacks! Kirsten and Graham are both busy moms! We’re always on the go and we’re always in need of quick treats that are healthy and taste awesome. That’s why KIND Snacks have become a staple in both our homes and to make life easier, we’ve both joined the KIND Snack Club. If you’re ready to try some tasty AND healthy snacks, we’ve got a special deal for you! You can try 10 KIND Bars for free, all you have to pay is shipping. When you order the sample box, you’ll also get to try KIND’s Snack Club, where you’ll receive monthly snacks at a discount and get members only bonuses. You shouldn’t have to choose between your health and taste when it comes to snacking. That’s why award winning chefs, nutritionists and fabulous podcast hosts love and recommend KIND Bars! To pick up your free sample box, go to KindSnacks.com/thehomehour Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is etiquette an outdated idea? Or is it an important skill in our current climate? This episode is all about tackling the daily challenges of what to do, what to say, and how to act when situations aren’t always crystal clear. We’re talking to one of our new favorite friends, Lizzie Post from The Emily Post Institute, about why manners still matter. Lizzie is the great-great-granddaughter of Emily Post and the co-host of the fantastic podcast Awesome Etiquette. Join Kirsten, Graham, and Lizzie as we tackle everything from how to thoughtfully handle the dietary restrictions of others to one simple etiquette trick that may help you land that dream job. To hear more from Lizzie, be sure to check out her show, the Awesome Etiquette Podcast! Sponsor Spotlight: Kind Snack Club Kirsten & Graham (and all our kids!) can’t get enough of KIND Snacks! We don’t think you should have to choose between your health and taste when it comes to snacking. That’s why award winning chefs, nutritionists and fabulous podcast hosts love and recommend KIND Bars! As busy moms always on the go and always in need of quick treats that are healthy and taste awesome, we have come to really count on KIND Snacks! If you’re ready to try some tasty AND healthy snacks, we’ve got a special deal for you! You can try 10 KIND Bars for free, all you have to pay is shipping. When you order the sample box, you’ll also get to try KIND’s Snack Club, where you’ll receive monthly snacks at a discount and get members only bonuses. To pick up your free sample box, go to KindSnacks.com/thehomehour Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’re going GREEN! Well, at least we’re trying! Join hosts Kirsten & Graham as we discuss what we do and don’t do in our own homes and what tricks and hacks we’ve learned to make going green easier. While we readily acknowledge that we all share the earth and should be striving to keep it in the best shape possible, we also know that it can be easier said than done. One of our listeners recently wrote in asking about what we were doing to try to be green in our own homes and that really got us thinking. Here’s what she said: Hi! I am really enjoying The Home Hour and my favorite episodes are the ones where you both simply chat and share ideas with each other. My husband and I are in the process of trying to reduce waste, live less “consumable” lives, and improve our eco-friendly habits (such as moving toward no paper towels, no ziplocs, etc.). I would love to hear if you two have thought about this and whether you do anything in your homes to try to live more “green.” Thanks! Today is the moderate’s guide to going green. We’re not by any stretch of the imagination model families at this but we hope our discussion can inspire our listeners and ourselves to do a bit better.   If you’d like to continue this conversation, don’t miss Life Listened Network’s newest podcast, The Crunchy Cocktail Hour, coming October 2017! Sponsor Spotlight: Kind Snack Club If you listen to The Home Hour, then you know that we are HUGE FANS of KIND Snacks! Kirsten and Graham are both busy moms always on the go and always in need of quick treats that are healthy and taste awesome. That’s why KIND Snacks have become a staple in both our homes. If you’re ready to try some tasty AND healthy snacks, we’ve got a special deal for you! You can try 10 KIND Bars for free, all you have to pay is shipping. When you order the sample box, you’ll also get to try KIND’s Snack Club, where you’ll receive monthly snacks at a discount and get members only bonuses. You shouldn’t have to choose between your health and taste when it comes to snacking. That’s why award winning chefs, nutritionists and fabulous podcast hosts love and recommend KIND Bars! To pick up your free sample box, go to KindSnacks.com/thehomehour Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode we’re chatting with blogger, podcaster, YouTube star, author, and mother… the one and only Clutterbug herself: Cas Aarssen!  Join hosts Kirsten & Graham as they talk with Cas about about realistic ways to organize kids’ toys and how to create special, beautiful spaces for your children without having to spend a fortune. Cas gives us all a great wake-up call about how and why our kids need more chores. She also introduces us to what may be The Home Hour’s new favorite motto: “If you can build a castle in Minecraft, you can do your own laundry!” From her experiences in running a busy daycare out of her house, to her daily life of raising three children while running her successful website, Clutterbug, Cas shares some great strategies, stories, and tips for our listeners.  We also get to hear all about dollar store decorating, the “Lonely Sock Matching Game”, and her new bestselling book: Real Life Organizing!  Also, don’t miss this amazing video of her daughter’s inexpensive bedroom makeover that we discussed on this episode. Sponsor Spotlight: Kind Snack Club If you listen to The Home Hour, then you know that we are HUGE FANS of KIND Snacks! Kirsten and Graham are both busy moms always on the go and always in need of quick treats that are healthy and taste awesome. That’s why KIND Snacks have become a staple in both our homes. If you’re ready to try some tasty AND healthy snacks, we’ve got a special deal for you! You can try 10 KIND Bars for free, all you have to pay is shipping. When you order the sample box, you’ll also get to try KIND’s Snack Club, where you’ll receive monthly snacks at a discount and get members only bonuses. You shouldn’t have to choose between your health and taste when it comes to snacking. That’s why award winning chefs, nutritionists and fabulous podcast hosts love and recommend KIND Bars! To pick up your free sample box, go to KindSnacks.com/thehomehour Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What’s for dinner? Kirsten has no idea what she’s making tonight, but her co-host Graham never has to ask this question! For almost a decade Graham has been using the same special menu-planning system to get dinner on the table. On this episode of The Home Hour we take a deep dive into Graham’s tried and true method for how she feeds her family. She swears this system has helped her to not only save time thinking about what meals to cook and what groceries to buy, but has also helped her to avoid waste and save money. By using a special binder of her own design, Graham has been collecting recipes and assigning them to designated weeks. In a separate section of the binder, she lists every ingredient of each recipe needed for the week. These pre-printed sheets serve as a guide for checking her kitchen inventory and as the basis for her weekly shopping list. To learn more about the details of this system, how to stay flexible when plans change, and how she adds new recipes to the mix, be sure to listen to this episode on the player below or on your favorite podcast listening app. SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT: Since this episode is all about delicious food AND finding systems to streamline our lives, let us introduce you to the KIND Bar Snack Club! If you love KIND bars as much as we do (or if you’ve never tried these delicious bars) then you are going to want to take advantage of this fantastic offer for our Home Hour listeners. Thanks to the new KIND Bar Snack Club, you can try 10 KIND Bars for free, all you have to pay is shipping! KIND Bars make delicious, healthy snacks using whole ingredients you can recognize and pronounce. When you order the sample box, you’ll also get to try KIND’s Snack Club, where you’ll receive monthly snacks at a discount and get members only bonuses. Woot! Woot! To access this great deal visit KindSnacks.com/thehomehour. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

~The Simple Sophisticate, episode #171 ~Subscribe to The Simple Sophisticate: iTunes | Stitcher | iHeartRadio Introverts are finding their voice, and one author and blogger who is helping to make this possible is Jenn Granneman. With her new book which was just released on August 1st, The Secret Lives of Introverts: Inside Our Hidden World and her internationally enjoyed blog Introvert, Dear, she shares the science, conversations with multiple introverts as well the insights gained from sitting down with researchers in the study of the brain to share the secrets of introverts. Having her on the podcast was a treat as I, as well, self-identify as an introvert. And what was I appreciated was the focus to celebrate on what each of our gifts our, which is something she talks about as well. I do hope you'll tune in. The Book: The Secret Lives of Introverts: Inside Our Hidden World by Jenn Granneman Jenn's blog: Introvert, Dear Other books mentioned on this episode: ~The Introvert's Advantage: How Quiet People Can Thrive in an Extrovert World by Marti Olsen Laney Psy.D. (Author)   ~SIMILAR POSTS FROM THE ARCHIVES YOU MIGHT ENJOY: ~8 Ways for Introverts to Thrive in the Workplace, episode #68 ~Why Not . . . Enjoy Being an Introvert? SPONSOR of today’s episode: KIND bars ~To pick up a free sample box, go to KindSnacks.com/tss ~Join the Snack Club receive 5% off your order when you subscribe receive the newest products first free shipping is possible free snacks, new swag and tickets to local events

What if it turns out that all those old clothes you’ve been holding onto may actually be holding you back? You probably don’t even realize how much time and energy you spend in your closet… and you probably own way more clothing than you really need. Today on The Home Hour, Kirsten & Graham team up with professional organizer Rachel Rosenthal to tackle some of our greatest decluttering challenges: our closets! Rachel Rosenthal is the founder of Rachel and Company, one of the most well regarded home organization firms in the country. Her work has been featured in Martha Stewart, Good Housekeeping, and House Beautiful, just to name a few. She has been helping overwhelmed moms like us cut through the excess and figure out how to spend less time looking for our stuff and more time doing what really matters.  On this episode we talk about what clothes we actually wear, which pieces are worth saving, and what items just need to go! We also discuss linen closet overhauls, the challenging task of giving up the baby-stuff, and how to get our kids organized for back to school! Sponsor Spotlight: KIND Bars! Hey Home Hour listeners, have you ever tried a KIND Bar? (or are you already addicted like we are?) They make delicious, healthy snacks using whole ingredients you can recognize and pronounce. Well, if you’re ready to try some tasty AND healthy snacks, we’ve got a special deal for you! Home Hour listeners, can try 10 KIND Bars for free, all you have to pay is shipping! When you order the sample box, you’ll also get to try KIND’s Snack Club, where you’ll receive monthly snacks at a discount and get members only bonuses. To access this great deal visit KindSnacks.com/thehomehour. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

~The Simple Sophisticate, episode #170 ~Subscribe to The Simple Sophisticate: iTunes | Stitcher | iHeartRadio {As always, I encourage you to listen to the audio version as much more is talked about beyond the transcript below: more anecdotes, examples and ideas about how this episode is really about enjoying our time alone whether we are coupled or single.} Having lived on my own most of my adult life, but significantly so these past five years, without hesitation I can say, I've loved every minute. Some people scoff in disbelief, but it was this time alone (not being lonely) that enabled me to cultivate my dreams and gradually turn them into my reality. Even if you are not single at this moment, I would encourage you to listen/read this post because the more we understand any individual’s choice, the more at peace we can be with our own. Inspired by Mari Andrew's recent illustration on Instagram synchronized with the return of my partner who has been working abroad for nearly six months, I have been contemplating the single life and then the life one shares with a partner significantly more than I have in the past. In many ways, I have felt single these past 5-6 months with regards to how I go about my days; however, my heart is partially here in Bend and partially where he was temporarily working which meant my mind as well as my scheduling in order to communicate, definitely did not feel single. But as he returns home, I am grateful. Of course, most importantly grateful for his return, but as well, grateful for the time I had being single and the fact that I sincerely savored these past five years. As I mentioned in 2011 in this post, and went more in-depth in TSLL book, being single is a beautiful opportunity; not something to run from. But rather directly into, embracing every moment. In fact, in my case, I wholeheartedly agree with Elizabeth Gilbert's quote, "Avoid romantic entanglements in your youth and focus on yourself. The amount of hours of time I spent with boys and men that I could have been ... I could speak fluent Mandarin now in the amount of hours I spent . . . I wish that I had spent those youthful years just feeding this mind."  It was my twenties with regards to love, which I have shared in my first book that I wish my focus, my priorities, due to societal expectation and pressure and due to my ignorance until I rid myself of that ignorance, had been on myself and my journey, which is what being single (no matter what your age) enables you to do at a much deeper and more independent level. Let's talk about the luxuries of being single and demystify the derogatory notion that being single is a stigma. This stigma has been loosening its grip a bit as fewer women (53%, 18 or older are not married) are married than those that are single in the United States according to a 2015 US Census Report. And of all people 18 or older, 45% are not married. However, the media, communities and the online dating businesses would prefer if you sought out a partner to wed. After all, there is money to be made if you feel you are missing out. You will subscribe to their services, you will purchase their products in order to enhance what we all know doesn't need enhancing (you are enough just as you are), you will fork over money for weddings. Now, I am not advocating for single life and against being married, but I am jumpstarting a conversation about where the pressure to marry is coming from. If it coming from a sincere love and affection for your partner and they for you, beautiful. Dive in. But if the pressure is coming from an external force, inflicting guilt that you wouldn't feel if society didn't apply the pressure or expectation, then step back and recognize how luxurious living single can be. Neither lifestyle is better than the other, single or coupled or married. We each make it simply luxurious based on how we structure our days, our time, our thoughts, our conversations and our priorities. But today, I want to pay homage to a lifestyle that has served me very well and a way of living that provided a haven for my dreams to materialize. 1. Fleshing out your dreams Since I mentioned it in the introduction, I wanted to start with this benefit of being single: you figure out what you truly want. As you go about your life as a single person, you have the time to listen to yourself, focus on yourself without balancing your pursuit with another's. And upon coming to better understand yourself, you begin to navigate a journey that leads you to new experiences, new people that are more in alignment with what you value, whether they will become a future business partner, a new client or a life partner potentially. 2. A trust in yourself is strengthen beyond expectation As Mari mentions in her illustration, I couldn't agree more. You begin to recognize how resourceful you actually are, perhaps more than you realized. Need to know how to handle a-locked-out-of-the apartment/house situation? You've done that, figured out a plan B for the next time that it happens, and brought yourself peace of mind in the process. Need to tighten your budget to save up for that dream of investing in your business? You've done that, been disciplined and found out you could live without so many dinners out. 3. Fewer heart worries What I mean by this is as I have been going about my days these past months, I have been comparing how I felt this year versus last in which I was single. And one of the differences is in moments of worry that are completely out of my control, my heart aches. When you are single, your focus is on yourself, your projects, your job, perhaps more remotely your family, if you have children, they receive more of your time, your pets, and any idea that tickles your fancy. The unknowns are fewer, not entirely gone, just not matters of the heart, which we know are intense when we care for someone deeply and have made ourselves, and they to us, vulnerable with what we've shared. Put succinctly, more of your energy (because emotions are energy) is free to use as we wish. 4. Meal time is anytime you need it to be As someone who is a very regular breakfast eater and eats the same thing, I never think twice about what I will have because I know I will always have what I need, and I need it as soon as I wake up. When it comes to dinner, I eat when I get home from school or when I am done with a project with the blog. That time shifts and changes, but when I am done, I am hungry and I eat. On the flipside, when you dine with your partner, you want to share the meal with them, so your schedules need to be flexible, patience is sometimes needed, but it is certainly worth it. 5. Bedtime and wake time are yours to choose Whether you are a night owl or an early bird, your day ends when you say it will end and it begins when you throwback the covers. No need to worry about being quiet, or keeping the lights low or off, the house awakes (if you live alone) when you awake and the day begins. 6. Vacations happen when you are able With no need to check more than one schedule, when you are available and you have the funds, you can enjoy a much-needed getaway. While traveling with a partner is something I now eagerly look forward to, I also loved the flexibility of going when I needed to recharge. I would just look at my dogs and ask them if they were ready, and they always said yes (I think . . . I hope!) and we were off! 7. Change of plans can happen at the drop of a hat If you are eager to see a movie, but at the last minute, you're not feeling up to it, no worries, just don't go. If you want to leave the party at a certain time or earlier than you expected, you don't have to check with anyone, just leave. 8. You can be as frugal or as lavish with your money as you please (within your means) Money is a funny and integral part of any chapter of our lives, but when we are single we are the sole captain as we don't share a mortgage/rent, bills, investments, etc. Some may see this as a drag as we have to foot the entire amount and not split it. But I rather like knowing and have having complete control over my money (not to say you have to relinquish this when/if you become involved). As well, being secure in your money handling skills is a very attractive quality and something to look for in a future partner as well. After all, you can choose the size and location of the house/apartment you want based on how much you want/are able to pay without agreement with anyone, you can splurge one a dress from the fall collections, but trust yourself to skimp on the money spent on an upcoming vacation. You get to make these decisions without explanation. Now there is a flipside to all of these luxuries when we find a loving partner who just walks well with us through life. Each of these positives becomes heightened in a manner that often (at least for me) I didn't expect but wholeheartedly appreciate and savor. The gift, of which there are many, of being single is that we give ourselves time to fully become fluent in the language of ourselves so that we can then be the translator in the world as we work with others. Not only does our time alone enhance the quality of our lives professionally and platonically but when we do, if we do, meet a potential partner, we are more likely to find someone who enables us to keep the luxuries of the single life that we just don't want to give up as well as reveal to us that the luxuries of being part of a couple are pretty amazing as well. From my experience, having a positive experience of living single, embracing it completely, has enhanced my appreciation for the journey I have just begun with my partner. First of all, it was a choice of desire, fondness, affection and respect rather than an act of desperation, resignation and acquiescence. And secondly, I wasn't looking for love, I was already in love with my life which is how we met, doing, seeking out what we each love about the life offered here in Bend. ~SIMILAR POSTS/EPISODES FROM THE ARCHIVES YOU MIGHT ENJOY: ~The Truths and Myths of the Independent Single Woman, episode #94 ~Why Not . . . Be a Confident Single Woman? ~How to Live Alone Well ~Why Not . . . Live Alone for a While? ~The Audio Book is Now Available of Choosing the Simply Luxurious Life: A Modern Woman's Guide (Audible, iTunes & Amazon), learn more here ~Subscribe to the weekly TSLL newsletter here ~2017 TSLL French Week Round-Up Petit Plaisir: ~Headspace Newly updated with more series options and mini meditation options when you don't have a full 10 or 20 minutes to meditate but want to keep the daily practice. ~On August 4, 2017, Andy Puddicombe (the voice you hear on the Headspace app), sat down and meditated for 2 minutes with Jimmy Fallon and his audience. https://youtu.be/kP_EY7pdTJY SPONSOR of today's episode: KIND bars ~To pick up a free sample box, go to KindSnacks.com/tss ~Join the Snack Club receive 5% off your order when you subscribe receive the newest products first free shipping is possible free snacks, new swag and tickets to local events Image: TSLL IG Download the Episode

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