283 - I Just Wish I Had a Bigger Kitchen with Kate Strickler
Release Date: 08/26/2025
294 - Gratitude : An Episode for the Whole Family
Work and Play with Nancy Ray
I’m doing something new today and I have made an episode for the whole family. So you don’t have to listen to this in your earbuds. You can push “play” while you’re riding in the car and listen because this is all about thanksgiving and how we can practice gratitude. Melody Beattie said: “Gratitude unlocks the fullness of life.” That is what we’re talking about today. Resources from this episode: Affiliate links have been used in this post! I do receive a commission when you choose to purchase through these...
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293 - 7 Weekend Rhythms We Live By
Work and Play with Nancy Ray
During the week, we work, but during the weekends, we play. Today’s episode is all about seven weekend rhythms that we live by. Resources from this episode: Affiliate links have been used in this post! I do receive a commission when you choose to purchase through these links, and that helps me keep this podcast up and running—I truly appreciate when you choose to use them!
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292 - 40 for 40 with Will Ray
Work and Play with Nancy Ray
My incredible husband, Will, turns 40 today and I am so excited to have him on the podcast! He is going to give you forty pieces of wisdom for his 40th birthday, or as we like to call it, “40 for 40 will Will Ray.” Resources from this episode: Affiliate links have been used in this post! I do receive a commission when you choose to purchase through these links, and that helps me keep this podcast up and running—I truly appreciate when you choose to use them!
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291 - 10 Ways I’m Using AI to Simplify My Life
Work and Play with Nancy Ray
Today I’m talking about ten ways that I am using AI to simplify my life. Resources from this episode: Affiliate links have been used in this post! I do receive a commission when you choose to purchase through these links, and that helps me keep this podcast up and running—I truly appreciate when you choose to use them!
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290 - Share the Arrows
Work and Play with Nancy Ray
Last week I had the opportunity to go to which is a conference put on by Allie Beth Stuckey. Today’s episode is a recap of all the things I learned at that conference. Resources from this episode: (Use code: NANCYRAY for a discount!) Affiliate links have been used in this post! I do receive a commission when you choose to purchase through these links, and that helps me keep this podcast up and running—I truly appreciate when you choose to use them!
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No Podcast This Week
Work and Play with Nancy Ray
Hey there! You're in the right place for Work & Play with Nancy Ray. A quick note: The podcast will be taking a break this week (October 14th), but I'm excited to tell you I will be back next week for another great new episode. Stay tuned and I'll catch you next week!
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289 - Fall Favorites
Work and Play with Nancy Ray
Today’s episode is going to be light and fun. It’s all about my fall favorites! Resources from this episode: Affiliate links have been used in this post! I do receive a commission when you choose to purchase through these links, and that helps me keep this podcast up and running—I truly appreciate when you choose to use them!
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288 - 3 Weekly Rhythms Worth Fighting For
Work and Play with Nancy Ray
Today I am going to talk about things that I’m really passionate about, which are three rhythms that I cannot do without every single week. Weekly planning, weekly wrap up, and a Sabbath. Resources from this episode: Affiliate links have been used in this post! I do receive a commission when you choose to purchase through these links, and that helps me keep this podcast up and running—I truly appreciate when you choose to use them!
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287 - 5 Ways to Move Forward with Boldness
Work and Play with Nancy Ray
חֲזַק (Pronunciation: kha-ZAK) is the Hebrew word for “be bold.” Today’s episode is five ways to move forward in boldness. Resources from this episode: Affiliate links have been used in this post! I do receive a commission when you choose to purchase through these links, and that helps me keep this podcast up and running—I truly appreciate when you choose to use them!
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286 - 3 Lessons from Charlie Kirk
Work and Play with Nancy Ray
Today I honor the life and death of my brother in Christ, Charlie Kirk. I also admit that I don’t always get it right on this podcast and platform and I share some Scripture and some resources that might help you if you’re confused about what people are saying and are searching for some truth. Resources from this episode: Affiliate links have been used in this post! I do receive a commission when you choose to purchase through these links, and that helps me keep this podcast up and running—I truly appreciate when you choose to use them!...
info_outlineToday I got to sit down with my friend, Kate Strickler of Naptime Kitchen, and talk all about some of our favorite things, recipes, practical things we love, but especially her new book, I Just Wish I Had a Bigger Kitchen. We talk a lot about the theme of contentment, which you guys know is dear to my heart. I’m so excited for you to listen to our conversation today.
Resources from this episode:
Episode 056 - Meal Planning Made Fun with Kate from Naptime Kitchen
I Just Wish I Had a Bigger Kitchen Book by Kate Strickler
Naptime Kitchen Overnight Oatmeal
Naptime Kitchen Honey Butter Crockpot Chicken
Naptime Kitchen Greek-ish Crockpot Chicken
Naptime Kitchen Daily Green Smoothie
Hawaiian Roll Cinnamon Roll Recipe
Affiliate links have been used in this post! I do receive a commission when you choose to purchase through these links, and that helps me keep this podcast up and running—I truly appreciate when you choose to use them!