Around The Table Podcast

This week, we’re reflecting on 2016 by answering some thought provoking (and indulgent) questions. Just a couple more weeks to get a bonus lipstick consultation and/or "So I Was Listening to This Podcast..." tote when you support us on Patreon! Come for the bonuses, stay 'cause you love the show. :) What you'll hear: Our unexpected joys and obstacles of 2016 Lessons learned about identity, struggle, and emotions Top RWLF's of the YEAR The 2016 outfits, beauty products, trends, and memes we loved Can I quote you on that? “I don’t want to come up with the shiny silver lining if it’s not quite polished yet.” Maggie “I’m learning that my timeframe is not His timeframe – which I knew, but I’m living it.” Maggie “I’m learning I will always be learning.” Maggie “I’ve learned the value of prioritizing people over productivity.” Jacey Year End Benediction May we silence the lying, lurking monsters that loom large, like shadows, in our imaginations. May we have the power to topple them, to take them captive, to d

This week, we are joined by our friend Rachel Nordgren to examine the intricacies of tiny houses and simple living. We are also sharing what we’ve been reading, watching, listening to and following this month What you'll hear: What inspired Rachel and her husband to build a tiny home The fun hacks and tricks to create space in a 180 square foot home Questions to ask yourself when pursuing a simpler life What we've been reading, watching, listening to, and following this month. Can I quote you on that? "You don't need a ton of storage 'hacks' if you don't have a ton of stuff that you have to store." Rachel "The hardest part about going tiny is figuring out how we are still going to be hospitable in a much much smaller space." Rachel "The Lord calls you to more than just the destination, He calls you to the journey along the way." Rachel "There is nothing we own that we don't find useful or that we don't find beautiful." Rachel "Simplicity, minimalism, whatever you want to call it, ultimately begins in the h

This week, we’re getting into the holiday spirit with an episode dedicated to gift ideas, how to win the fight with your calendar, and holiday favorites! Hey, are you following us on Instagram? We have a special giveaway coming up soon that we don't want you to miss! What you'll hear: What to bring to the dreaded Secret Santa gift exchange Our best gift ideas for besties, boyfriends, coworker and more! The lengths Jacey will go to avoid watching someone open her gift Favorite holiday scents, lipsticks, nail polishes, baked goods, and more! Can I quote you on that? “None of us needs more stuff really; well, sometimes we need cute stuff, so I take it back.” Maggie “Tiny acts of kindness go a long way in making this season meaningful.” Maggie “Anytime that there’s a departure from the norm it can open your eyes to things spiritually that you might not have been seeing.” Jacey “You’re an adult so, you still have to do your laundry even though you have six parties this week.” Jacey “You have more opportunities

This week, we take a look at what it means to conquer your emotions: When should we let them influence us, and when should we act in spite of them. We are also going to explore how our emotions affect our eating habits. What you'll hear:  Why it's important to have a sense of control over our emotions Situations where we've let our emotions overwhelm us How we learn to cope with emotions When it's ok to let our emotions influence us Practical tips for dealing with emotional eating Can I quote you on that? "You can be angry, but you can't slam doors." Jacey "One of the things emotional flares do is they rob our perspective of the future. So all of the sudden the biggest thing is the present- how we feel right then." Maggie "Your emotional state affects other people." Jacey "Unpleasant emotions serve as indicators, so it's important to pay attention and see what they are trying to tell you." Jacey "When you are really upset, find someone who can be a listening ear but who can also challenge you when you are

We’ve all had a job, responsibility, relationship, or friendship we wanted to run away from. In this episode, we’ll break down the reasons behind our urge to escape, and how to know when to stay put and when to bow out. Plus, a few ideas for friend dates outside the coffee date. Hey, are you following us on Instagram? We'd love to connect with you there! What you'll hear: What prompts our desire for escape (even when staying is the right decision) How we leave without actually leaving (and why it's problematic) Questions to ask when you're deciding whether to stay or go Creative ways to spend time with friends new and old! Can I quote you on that? “There’s a specific brand of existential dread that comes with no end in sight.” Jacey “Having a grass is greener mentality can make us disillusioned with where we are.” Maggie “Look at the big picture and ask, ‘Will I be glad I fought for this?’” Jacey “We kid ourselves into thinking that leaving is the only option to make things better when the reality is somet

This week, we are joined by author and entrepreneur Hayley Morgan to have a #realtalk conversation about where our clothes come from and how our clothing choices affect more than just our own wardrobes.  In case you missed our announcement last week, we’re giving our most loyal listeners a way to support our work, spend even more time around the table with us, and ensure we’re able to keep making the show. We’re offering fun bonuses to supporters (think bonus episodes, behind the scenes, swag, and a lipstick consultation with Maggie!). If Around the Table is a Monday staple for you, we hope you’ll consider supporting us. Head here to learn more! What you'll hear: What we mean by 'sustainable fashion' Practical steps for moving toward a more sustainable wardrobe Shopping sustainably on a budget Our favorite sustainable brands The story behind Hayley's clothing brand Wildly Co.  Can I quote you on that: "The first step, for me, was curbing my appetite for clothes." Hayley Morgan  "For us to have savings, w

It's a pretty big day around here. After two years, we're giving our most loyal listeners a way to support our work, spend even more time around the table with us, and ensure we're able to keep making the show. We're offering fun bonuses to supporters (think bonus episodes, behind the scenes, swag, and a lipstick consultation with Maggie!). If Around the Table is a Monday staple for you, we hope you'll consider supporting us. Head here to learn more! Now, on to the show: This week, we’re discussing how to cultivate friendships with people who are different than us. Plus, our monthly read watch listen follow segment! What you'll hear: Why it's hard to make friends who look and think differently The immense value in such friendships Practical ways to widen our circles What we've been reading, watching, listening to and following Can I quote you on that? “There’s real value to disagreeing or even offending each other and walking through that, but the fear of offending someone shuts us down before we even get

This week, we take a thoughtful and vulnerable look at body image. We also take a few minutes to break down and define some popular food claims. What you’ll hear: A broader definition of body image Our personal stories of body image struggle (or lack there of) What culture teaches us about beauty, our bodies, and health Thoughts on cultivating healthy body image The defining and debunking of some popular health claims Can I quote you on that? "You compliment the effort, you don't compliment the outcome." Maggie "One of the most damaging things that we've been taught is that weight, in particular, is a moral issue." Jacey "To make assumptions about a person's character, about a person's behavior, about a person's habits based on what is physiologically going on inside their body is absolute (boloney)." Maggie "We don't want other people to think that we think we're pretty." Maggie "There is no greater tool in cultivating a healthy body image than a healthy lifestyle." Maggie Links: Previous related episod

This week, we’re sharing our best tips for getting settled when you move to a new city. Plus a little introduction to house plants for brown thumbs. What you'll hear: Ideas for leaving well when you move Why Jacey thought she was being abducted by a UFO the first night in her new apartment How to connect around common interests...including gut bacteria How to dry and freeze fresh herbs Can I quote you on that? “Ask yourself: what can you leave behind [when you move]?” Maggie “Moving is a good time to start a new habit.” Jacey “Mentally steel yourself that [moving] is going to be a couple month long transition.” Maggie “Target owns my soul at this point.” Maggie “You have to get to know a lot of people in order to find your tribe of people.” Jacey “A great way to make a connection in a new place is to put yourself in a position of need.” Maggie “If you are just dipping your toe into the water of owning houseplants, get in slowly. No cannonballs here.” Maggie Links: Happy Little Lovelies Bands in Town Good

This week, we investigate why girls are taught that it’s cute to be scared and how that impacts us as adults. We also share our read/watch/listen/follow recommendations for this month. What you’ll hear: Why we teach young women it's 'cute' to be scared Ways we've seen ourselves both give in to and stand up to expected cultural norms for women How perfectionism affects courage Tips for being brave What we're reading, watching, listening to, and following Can I quote you on that? “Timidity has become a function of femininity” Maggie “I was aware of getting extra points for being a girl who was willing to take a risk.” Jacey “You are a lioness.” Maggie “I’m still working through that summer reading list. I know it’s October.” Jacey Links: Why Do We Teach Girls That It's Cute to Be Scared Nervous Nellies: Are Women More Anxious Than Men Teach Girls Bravery, Not Perfection Before the Fall Finding God in the Waves Off Camera podcast: Will Ferrel and Mindy Kaling Sorta Awesome ‘Refuge for Refugees’ series The N

Show us a peek into your laundry folding/dog walking/running view while you listen to us, and we'll enter you in a giveaway for Jacey's favorite fall candle! Share on Instagram with the hashtag #listentoATT, and make sure to tag @aroundthetablepodcast. We'll pick a winner on Wednesday! This week, we’re talking about how to handle one of the inevitable experiences of life: disappointment. Then, we’re bringing back our stuck in a rut segment to do some real life, rubber meets the road problem solving. What you'll hear: A life/zip code update from Maggie How to maintain hope in the face of disappointment Healthy ways to deal with disappointment The return of "Stuck in a Rut"! Can I quote you on that? “I’m still in a season where everyday is a fight for thankfulness and healthy perspective and hope.” Maggie “Hope can supersede circumstances.” Jacey “I don’t want to waste my life or my time or my feelings or my emotional energy on worry or bracing myself or fear when none of those things are going to affect th

This week we are joined by Sarah and Beth from the Pantsuit Politics podcast. We discuss tips for staying informed and having nuanced conversations around charged topics. We also discuss the effects of our recent Internet fast. What you’ll hear: Resources for staying informed The myth of political neutrality Why we need discourse (and disagreement) in politics Thoughts from an internet 'fast' Can I quote you on that? “A lot of people seem informed and that’s fine. It’s fine to be interested in politics, it’s fine not to be interested in it.” Sarah Holland “It’s not about neutrality, it’s about transparency.” Sarah Holland  “We try to ascribe moral value to things that are amoral. Not everything has to be about right and wrong.” Sarah Holland “There’s always the option to broaden your perspective, and the opportunity for it.” Beth Silvers “We can stand for something without it being oppositional. We don’t have to define everything by it’s adversary.” Beth Silvers “Boundaries are essential in stewarding this

This week, we’re talking about how convenience affects our lives, for better or worse. It's 2016: you don't have to hunt and gather your own podcasts. Make sure that you're SUBSCRIBED to Around the Table, so that you never miss an episode! What you'll hear: When we are and aren’t willing to pay for convenience Which conveniences make our lives worse Why easy, efficient, and convenient aren't always worthy objectives, especially when it comes to relationships, creativity and work How a car accident proved fruitful Can I quote you on that? "The rest of this episode I’m gonna be on a convenience food soap box, and it might get obnoxious.” Maggie “Where I come from, the meal is a result of reflection and study. Menus are prepared in advance, timed to perfection. It is said, without the culinary arts, the crudeness of reality would be unbearable.” Kate and Leopold “We don’t value waiting and what can happen in process. We start something and we want to see a result, and we care very little about what is cultiv

This week, we ask ourselves what it means to compromise. We also share what we’ve been reading, watching, listening to, and following recently.  But first, make sure you are subscribed to our newsletter, Around the Table Weekly. This week, we launched a segment in our newsletter called the ‘Cheering Section,’ where we champion things that we are loving, including you guys and the awesome products, projects, and creative endeavors you are participating in. AND we want you guys to get involved by nominating someone or something you think is worthy of our cheering section. You can either email us at hithere@arounthetablepodcast.com or reply to the newsletter directly. What you’ll hear: How we define compromise When is compromise worth it and when is it not? The fruit of compromise in relationships What pop culture tells us about romance What we're reading, watching, listening to, and following Can I quote you on that? “Compromise can be simplified to this: putting someone else’s needs before yours.” Maggie “I

This week, we’re pulling our boots out of storage to share favorite fall outfits, cocktails, lipstick, recipes and more, plus a special fall themed round of Either/Or.  What you'll hear: Our classic fall favorites in food, fashion, cocktails, lipstick and more What movies, books and shows we're looking forward to this fall Seasonal fall foods, and how to incorporate them Can I quote you on that? “I don’t actually believe in hurricanes.” Jacey "Don’t you feel like a sophisticated, legit lady for liking bourbon?" Jacey “Shout out to citrus, grapefruit, beets, Brussel sprouts.” Maggie Our challenge this month is to be a good neighbor. Spend some time outside, open to the possibility that you might just cross paths with someone, or muster up the courage to knock on a neighbor’s door and introduce yourself. Or go big and invite them over to dinner! However small (and awkward) the steps may be, we hope you’ll join us this month in intentional neighborliness. Tell us about it when you do! You can email us your s

This week, we’re talking about the value of doing things with your hands. We’re also reviving our what’s working segment to share some of our favorite cleaning supplies and hacks! But first, a reminder! Have you ever thought about starting your own podcast, but have no idea where to start? Jacey has created a guide that will teach you everything you need to know to transform your idea into your first episode. This guide is everything we wish we’d known when we started two years ago, now that we have over a hundred episodes under our belt. Start Your Podcast walks you through everything you need to know, with a hearty dose of encouragement along the way. Plus, you also get a quick start guide to marketing your podcast as an added bonus, so grab your copy now!  What you’ll hear: Why we’re doing less with our hands The value manual labor Our favorite and least favorite tasks What's working: cleaning products and hacks Can I quote you on that? “My phone is a mechanism of escape, where as I think physical hobbi

This week, we’re diving into a side of community that can be a little awkward in our isolated culture; we’re discussing how to be a good neighbor. Plus, we've invited Shannan Martin into the conversation, because we’re inspired by how she loves her neighbors intentionally! But first: an announcement! Have you thought about starting your own podcast, but have no idea where to start? Jacey has created a guide that will teach you everything you need to know to transform your idea into your first episode. Grab your copy now, during the launch sale, August 29th-September 3rd! What you'll hear: Our experiences knowing (and ignoring) our neighbors What holds us back from forming bonds with those in close proximity to us How Shannan and her family came to live on "the wrong side of the tracks" The unexpected fruit of walking Shannan's kids to school How a willingness to come as you are cultivates vulnerable community Practical ways to build relationships with neighbors Can I quote you on that? “There’s something

What you'll hear: Whether or not we think we have healthy relationships with our phones The benefits of smart phones and the ways they simplify our lives The ways smart phones negatively affect the quality of our lives and relationships Practical tips for creating boundaries with our phones Other 'phone-pauxs' Our smartphone confessions Can I quote you on that? "It's all about finding the balance that lets our phones simplify our lives, rather than complicate them further." Maggie "However I'm interacting with my phone is a reflection of my emotional health in general." "If you can respond in under a minute, respond right when you see it." Jacey "Google maps saves lives." Jacey "One of the dangers of things moving fast is not thinking enough about what you're communicating." "No one needs those little red numbers glaring us in the face telling us how many things we haven't done yet today." Maggie "When you get to the point where you are trying to communicate your emotions via text, you need to pick up the

Today's episode is a change of pace. We're joined by Frances Crusoe for an honest conversation about race. Plus, a special edition of Read Watch Listen Follow. What you'll hear: Why racism is a current issue How to be part of the solution What it’s like to be a mother of a black child Can I quote you on that? “The problem with being color blind is that erases who we are as black people.” Frances Crusoe “I don’t get the luxury to not think about race, because race is literally ingrained in everything that I do, from the neighborhoods that I can live in, the schools my kids go to, churches, I go to, everything.” Frances Crusoe “When I hear ‘All Lives Matter,’ it’s almost like a slap in the face.” Frances Crusoe “You don’t know what you don’t know if the people in your circle all look like you.” Frances Crusoe “For change to really happen, we need white people to use their voices, their influence, their platforms, their privilege in white society to say, ‘this is not okay.’” Frances Crusoe “Even in the midst

From the healing properties of coconut oil to the 21 day habit formation theory, we've been challenging the status quo since 2014. This bonus episode covers a few of our myth busting attempts.