Our Favorite Parties of 2018
Gatherings Podcast
Chrystina and Jessica talk about their top 5 parties from 2018.
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Kids Parties and Kids at Parties with Andy Shaw
Gatherings Podcast
Chrystina and Jessica chat with Andy Shaw of Instafather.com abou thosting parties, hosting a kid at an adult party, bringing kids to parties, and more. In this episode, there are a lot of great little tips for navigating the waters with little ones, whether they are yours or not.
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Brunch is Hell with Rico Gagliano and Brendan Francis Newnam
Gatherings Podcast
In Episode 9 of Season 2, we had the opportunity to speak with Rico Gagliano and Brendan Francis Newnam, the authors of Brunch is Hell, and creators of the Dinner Party Download. This was such a fun episode to record where we discussed everything from dinner parties to playlists to icebreaker jokes. Brendan and Rico shared the title they originally wanted to give their book and their most memorable dinner parties.
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Networking at Parties with Sean Hand
Gatherings Podcast
Chrystina and Jessica speak with Sean Hand about networking, more specifically how to transfer the networking skills of the office to dinner parties, weddings, and more. In this episode, Sean shares a lot of great stories and tips on how to prepare for an event ahead of time. Not only that, but we talk about how to best utilize your plus ones at an event (and/or be the best plus one you can be).
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Keeping Parties Simple with Ali Rosen
Gatherings Podcast
Chrystina and Jessica speak with Ali Rosen from Potluck with Ali about keeping things simple while entertaining. The conversation takes a few turns, but there are some great tips throughout about avoiding party tension, setting yourself up for success, pre-party preparation tips, and tips to keep things simple.
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Minimalism in Party Planning with Jennifer Coyle
Gatherings Podcast
Chrystina and Jessica talk with Jennifer Coyle from Hello Brio about minimalism and party planning. We cover everything from food and drink to table settings, paper products, and more. We also have a detailed discussed about some of our favorite sustainable kitchen items.
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How to Start a Conference with Chrystina Noel
Gatherings Podcast
Jessica interviews Chrystina about starting a conference. Chrystina started a blogger community called PHLbloggers in Philadelphia in September 2014. Since then, it has grown to a community of 350 members with an annual conference called The Blog Connect. This past April was year three. Jessica gets inside Chrystina's head about where the idea came from, how to handle the logistics, and tips she's learned along the way.
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The Logistics of Hosting (and Attending) Potlucks with Kristin Donnelly
Gatherings Podcast
For Episode 4, we had the chance to chat with Kristin Donnelly, the author of the Modern Potluck cookbook, and her newest cookbook, Cauliflower. Throughout this episode we talk about Kristin's past career as a Food & Wine magazine food editor, the logistics of hosting potlucks, potluck tips for guests, and more. We definitely all hit it off and ended up on a few tangents including Pyrex outlet stores and pig roasts.
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10 Overlooked Last Minute Party Items with Madeline
Gatherings Podcast
Chrystina and Jessica talk with Madeline from Where Is The Damn Corkscrew about her list of 10 overlooked last minute party items.
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Imposter Syndrome when Hosting Parties with Ana
Gatherings Podcast
Chrystina and Jessica chat with Ana from Rosemary and Rye about the imposter syndrome that occurs (even after years!) when we are hosting parties.
info_outline- Meet Andy Shaw
- How Chrystina + Andy Met
- Andy's Day Job His improv comedy
- Kid smoothie recipes (we got a little side tracked)
- Jess’ questions from a parents perspective
- Bounce House, Actors & Extras vs old fashioned playtime
- Don’t set your kid up for failure
- Thoughts on Nap times
- Gift Opening at parties
- Buying gifts for kids
- Throwing parties at facilities vs home
- Thoughts on decorations
- Food, dietary restrictions and more
- When do parents stop coming?
- Chrystina’s questions from a non-parent perspective
- How long are kids parties?
- Making small talk with children
- Getting comfortable with inviting kids to your home
- Is babyproofing necessary?
- Andy’s Guest Post on Chrystina’s Blog
- Snacks for kids to have on hand
- Portable folding highchair
- New Mom's Guide to New Dads preview
- What are you planning right now?
- How are you staying in touch?
- What are you into right now?