Conversations with the Hostess
Conversations with the Hostess is all about building community and deeper connections with those in your life through hosting them in your home. Join Amy, a wife, mom, Naval Officer, and online party planner as she has conversations weekly with entertaining and party experts. We will discuss parties, holidays, and celebrating life's big and small moments. You'll leave with inspiration and tactical ideas to build a community, deepen friendships, and lead a fulfilled life!
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121: Moving Yourself and Your Business with Alison Bell
08/26/2025
121: Moving Yourself and Your Business with Alison Bell
In this episode, I talk with Alison Bell who is a military spouse, photographer, and coach for other photographers. We talk about so many things in this episode from hosting parties, being a military family and having to move, how moving requires you to reestablish your community and in osme caes your business. Alison offers us her advice on marketing your business when you're in a new place and how to welcome newbies when you've been established somewhere for awhile. I could have talked with Alison for another hour because she had such good things to say and our stories aligned so much. This is definitely one to listen to if you want to hang with a couple of friends and hear us talk about all the things. Grab your coffee and take a listen today, then let me know what a bull horn has to do with everything! Links You'll Need Take a peek at everything Alison is doing at her links below. If you need family photos on Oahu, check out her website to book a session. If you are a photographer also, Alison is a wealth of knowledge on how to run your business, so check out her . You can follow her on , , and . Bingeing Segment This week I'm bingeing a book that makes a great gift for any or . Plus this is a book that they will use, read, and reference for years and years to come. Don't Forget! Be sure to leave a rating and review of the podcast on Apple podcasts to help spread the conversations and build more connections. You can follow along for behind the scenes podcast content
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120: How to Clean Up from a Party Venue
08/11/2025
120: How to Clean Up from a Party Venue
Does cleaning up after a party sound so awful that it holds you back from hosting? I know this is a common concern for a lot of people and this week we're tackling the issue. I share ways to make th clean up process so much easier and not feel like a hurdle to overcome in order to host. I give you easy ideas to implement if you're hosting at home or at a party venue. Don't let cleaning up from a party hold you back from hosting one in the first place! Bingeing Segment Do you have a lot of tile in your bathrooms that needs to be cleaned? When it comes to cleaning grount and showers, I could think of a thousand other things I'd rather do. However, if you do have to clean a bunch of tile, this week I'm bingeing a tool that helps. Listen in so you can get one of your own and to purchase. Don't Forget! Be sure to leave a rating and review of the podcast on Apple podcasts to help spread the conversations and build more connections. You can follow along for behind the scenes podcast content
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119: How to Set Up a Party Venue
08/06/2025
119: How to Set Up a Party Venue
This week I share about a really fun experience getting to help set up a graduation party in a venue. It was fun, but challenging given our short time line to get everything set up. In the episode I give you all the tips and tricks I learned through the experience to help you set up any kind of party venue and to do it quickly. Bingeing Segment If you need a show to watch with your spouse, the one I'm bingeing this week is a great option. You'll get politics, some steamy romance, beautiful scenery, and great acting. Don't Forget! Be sure to leave a rating and review of the podcast on Apple podcasts to help spread the conversations and build more connections. You can follow along for behind the scenes podcast content
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118: Getting Volunteers to Connect with Katie Thompson
07/21/2025
118: Getting Volunteers to Connect with Katie Thompson
In this episode, I talk with Katie Thompson who has built an incredible community of volunteers that are giving back of their time, talent, and treasure. She not only leads up a foundation that builds homes in impoverished areas around the world, but she also builds connections among women in her local community by giving them a place to showcase their own businesses. Listen in today! Links You'll Need You can get Katie's help to go from dream to impact, one bold step at a time through her coaching business. You can follow her on , , and . Be sure to check out trips to see if you want to join and give back to others around the world. Bingeing Segment If you need a great plant with some color in an area where you don't get a lot of sunshine, try planting a Caladium or Heart of Jesus. It's a great leafy plant that is heart shaped and bright pink. It's so pretty. Don't Forget! Be sure to leave a rating and review of the podcast on Apple podcasts to help spread the conversations and build more connections. You can follow along for behind the scenes podcast content
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117: Getting Involved with Party Planning
04/15/2025
117: Getting Involved with Party Planning
Do you ever get the urge to host something, but you just don't have a reason to do it at your house? today's podcast is all about how to get involved with hosting events for other groups. Things like your PTO, HOA, interest groups and more. I thoroughly enjoy the planning and prep work of hosting so this is a great exercise in getting to do those things, but not necessarily always having to host something at our house. Listen in today and you may just be encouraged to get involved too. Bingeing Segment I share a show that I binged in one sitting recently on the podcast this week. It's a great one if you like a strong female lead that shows the men who is boss! Don't Forget! Be sure to leave a rating and review of the podcast on Apple podcasts to help spread the conversations and build more connections. You can follow along for behind the scenes podcast content
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116: Making Light of Military Life with Karen Gutierrez
03/10/2025
116: Making Light of Military Life with Karen Gutierrez
This week's guest is all about viewing this crazy military lifestyle with a little perspective and a lot of humor! Karen from Sailor and Sons shares her journey as a military family through many moves and helath struggles, all while keeping things light and funny. She also shares how she gets inspiration from the various places they've lived, and how to reintegrate celebrating with your family after having lived far away from them. Listen in today! Links You'll Need If you've every PCSed with the military or find all the odd things that happen to us funny, then check out where she has humor filled products perfect for military life. Plus follow her on , , and . Bingeing Segment I found some that I'm loving and wanted to share with you. Look great, be comfortable in something that isn't jeans. Don't Forget! Be sure to leave a rating and review of the podcast on Apple podcasts to help spread the conversations and build more connections. You can follow along for behind the scenes podcast content
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115: Hosting an Open House Party
02/17/2025
115: Hosting an Open House Party
I had an amazing follower on Instagram ask a great question in my DM's and this week I'm answering her dilemma on the podcast. If you've ever wanted to host a recurring party each week or month, I dive into the best ways to do it on this episode. If you want to have an open house style party this is a great episode too. I share best ways to motivate your guests to show up, keep coming back each week, and how a theme can help ease the burden on you as you host regularly. Lots of great advice in this episode for those regular recurring open house style parties you may be thinking about hosting. I love that this episode was all because someone asked a question. So if you have any burning questions be sure to send me a message and I'll tackle your hosting dilemma next! Bingeing Segment My sister-in-law and I gave each other the same gift for our most recent birthdays because we both kept seeing ads on Instagram for them. We've both used ours several times at various different parties. They work so well. Don't Forget! Be sure to leave a rating and review of the podcast on Apple podcasts to help spread the conversations and build more connections. You can follow along for behind the scenes podcast content
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114: Baking Memories with Karen Hetz
02/10/2025
114: Baking Memories with Karen Hetz
Have you ever thought about connecting with someone through cake? Well, this week Karen Hetz from Kids Cake Boxes shares the story behind her company, where you can bake memories with your family. Her time as a military spouse inspired her to create a product that can bring people together to celebrate even when they are separated by long distances. She also has so much wisdom when it comes to living life in community with other military families. Listen in today! Links You'll Need You can order your own Kids Cake Boxes You can also get 15% off your order of a cake baking party when you order 5 cake kits with code PARTY. Enter PARTY at checkout to get 15% off your order of 5 cake kits. You can also follow Karen on or Bingeing Segment I was gifted from my husband and they work so well to keep our champagne glasses safe and from breaking. Don't Forget! Be sure to leave a rating and review of the podcast on Apple podcasts to help spread the conversations and build more connections. You can follow along for behind the scenes podcast content
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113: Hosting a Galentine's Day Party
01/15/2025
113: Hosting a Galentine's Day Party
This week I'm sharing a ton of really fun ways to host a Galentine's Day party. I've never hosted one, but after talking about it so much I really, really want to. I share great theme ideas, activities you can do with your friends and fun food ideas that are strictly for the girlies. Want to get your gal pals together and share a fun party with them? Listen in to see if you can incorporate any of these fun ideas into your own Galentine's Day party. Bingeing Segment If you have any sort of birthday coming up, (or these are a ) will be the perfect thing to add to the birthday cake. They make the whole "Happy Birthday" song so much more of an event! Don't Forget! Be sure to leave a rating and review of the podcast on Apple podcasts to help spread the conversations and build more connections. You can follow along for behind the scenes podcast content
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112: Gathering Your Community with Kasie Purvis
01/08/2025
112: Gathering Your Community with Kasie Purvis
This week Veteran and military spouse Kasie Purvis is here and she is talking with us about why it's important to gather those around us that are scattered. She and her family have moved regularly with the military and have developed great connections along the way by gathering their people around them. She has so much great wisdom to share and you should listen in now! Links You'll Need Find more from Kasie on her podcast . Follow her on . You can listen to me as a guest on episode 58 of Gather the Scattered . Bingeing Segment We love this and use it at pretty mush every party we host. We got ours in England, but this is a similar one. They are so pretty to display drinks in. Don't Forget! Be sure to leave a rating and review of the podcast on Apple podcasts to help spread the conversations and build more connections. You can follow along for behind the scenes podcast content
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111: Proper Party Etiquette with Susan Vernick
11/20/2024
111: Proper Party Etiquette with Susan Vernick
This week Susan Vernick is here from Etiquette Chics and she's sharing all the tools to be a great party guest and host. I lover her perspective that etiquette is not a bunch of rules, but a way to do things better. Those better ways will make you feel more confident and successful not just at parties, but in your everyday life too. Listen in now to get ready for all of those upcoming holiday parties you'll be attending. Links You'll Need Find more from Susan and the Etiquette Chics on their . Follow her on . Be sure to check out Susan's and all of her other helpful tools on her website. She also offers if you aren't local to her, so book one today for your Scout troop, office party, graduating class, sports team, etc. Bingeing Segment If you're ready to get cozy this winter season and light some candles. Use and enjoy the tray that comes with to set all the tools on including a snuffer and whick trimmer. Don't Forget! Be sure to leave a rating and review of the podcast on Apple podcasts to help spread the conversations and build more connections. You can follow along for behind the scenes podcast content
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110: Mastering the Art of Entertaining with Joseph Marini
11/12/2024
110: Mastering the Art of Entertaining with Joseph Marini
Have you ever wanted a professional event stylist to weigh in on your party? This week we have the pleasure of hearing from Joseph Marini, author of Mastering the Art of Entertaining, and event stylist that's been featured in Oprah, The New York Times, Better Homes & Gardens, and more. His decades of experience in the party industry shines through everything he shares with us and I know you will take away so much value from him on the importance of hosting in your home so you can build your community. You don't want to miss this one! LIsten in now! Links You'll Need Find more from Joseph on his . Follow him on . Get a copy of his book, . Can't wait to get a copy for myself! Bingeing Segment I'm so excited to use these Christmas card wreaths this year to easily display all the Christmas cards we receive. . They come in a pack of two which is really handy. Don't Forget! Be sure to leave a rating and review of the podcast on Apple podcasts to help spread the conversations and build more connections. You can follow along for behind the scenes podcast content
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109: Celebrating Sports with Alice Elrod
10/30/2024
109: Celebrating Sports with Alice Elrod
This week I am talking with my gym buddy about how she celebrates sports. Alice Elrod is on the podcast and she shares all about hosting sporting watch parties, how to do it smoothly, and how to do it with little kids around as well. I know you're going to get a lot of value and hosting tips from this episode. Listen in now! Links You'll Need Find more from Alice by following along on . You can also listen to where I interview our gym owner, Suzanne. Bingeing Segment I'm loving the smell of and that's saying a lot because I'm not a scent lover. I typically want things to smell like nothing, so this is a ringing endorsement. It's a great scent for fall to have all over your house. Don't Forget! Be sure to leave a rating and review of the podcast on Apple podcasts to help spread the conversations and build more connections. You can follow along for behind the scenes podcast content
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108: Celebrating a High School Reunion
10/17/2024
108: Celebrating a High School Reunion
This week I'm sharing my experience at my recent high school reunion. It is crazy to think it's been 20 years since high school, and it was such a fun thing to go to and reminisce about all the memories from that time. It did get me thinking though about how you can really make a high school reunion such a fun event, getting teh attendees involved, the school and students involved. This week I'm sharing a lot of ways to make your high school reunion something to look forward to rather than dread attending. Do you have a high school reunion coming up? These ideas are going to help you plan an epic reunion. Bingeing Segment I've done a lot of painting in the last two years in our house and I've found my go to paintbrush that I have to share with you. If you have any projects coming up that involve painting, definitely . Don't Forget! Be sure to leave a rating and review of the podcast on Apple podcasts to help spread the conversations and build more connections. You can follow along for behind the scenes podcast content
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107: Connecting Through Humor with Angelica Hanley
10/09/2024
107: Connecting Through Humor with Angelica Hanley
This week we are talking all about how humor can bring you together with others. Angelica Hanley, from, A Couple Puns is sharing about how her business of funny, pun-filled cards gives her a creative outlet, a community, and a way to share humor with others. She's a military spouse that started her business and has been successful throughout numerous moves and life changes all while her business community has supported her along the way. Links You'll Need Find more from Angelica and to get yourself your own pun cards check out her . You can also follow her on or as well. Bingeing Segment I've had for a couple years now and even though I don't use all of it's amazing features it helps me stay on top of cleaning around the house and being party ready at any time. Don't Forget! Be sure to leave a rating and review of the podcast on Apple podcasts to help spread the conversations and build more connections. You can follow along for behind the scenes podcast content
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106: Holiday Hacks for a Less Stressful Holiday Season
10/03/2024
106: Holiday Hacks for a Less Stressful Holiday Season
Want to get ahead of the game and feel more prepared this holiday season? Don't we all! Listen to the episode this week to hear all kinds of easy to do hacks that will get you ready for Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas so you can spend less time stressing and more time enjoying the season with your friends and family. Links You'll Need I have several documents, trackers, and planning worksheets that will help you get prepared this holiday season. Click on the links below to print a copy for yourself. Bingeing Segment A couple holiday themed things were on the bingeing segment this week, one a food and one to entertain you. I make these several times throughout the fall. Just mix two ingredients and bake, nothing easier. I always watch A White Christmas every year, and am thinking about getting these especially for the occasion. Don't Forget! Be sure to leave a rating and review of the podcast on Apple podcasts to help spread the conversations and build more connections. You can follow along for behind the scenes podcast content
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105: Finding Your Personal Style with Laura Longmire
09/24/2024
105: Finding Your Personal Style with Laura Longmire
Have you ever felt like you couldn't host or didn't want to go to something because you didn't feel confident in what you were wearing? It happens to the best of us. Today on the podcast, personal stylist, Laura Longmire from Where Life Meets Style is sharing her wisdom on how to dress with confidence for any occasion. Spoiler alert it doesn't take a ton of new clothes to do it either. Links You'll Need Find more from Laura and take advantage of her virtual styling sessions by checking out her . You can also follow her on or as well. Bingeing Segment I saw these shared by a great influencer on IG and immediately purchased them (once they were back in stock). I already have several tablescapes planned with them for fall and Thanksgiving. I can't wait to show them to you! Don't Forget! Be sure to leave a rating and review of the podcast on Apple podcasts to help spread the conversations and build more connections. You can follow along for behind the scenes podcast content
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104: Hosting Overnight Guests
09/11/2024
104: Hosting Overnight Guests
As the "Ber" months are upon us (September, October, November, December), you will probably start to have more guests staying with you overnight. Or you may be a guest at someone's house during the holidays. This podcast episode shares my experience over many years hosting overnight guests, and being hosted by others. I give you some of my best tips to make it the best experience for both those that are staying with you and those that are hosting. Listen in to get ready for hosting season! Links You'll Need I wrote a blog post at The Daily Hostess years ago about how we hosted overnight guests then. Not much has changed, although I've picked up even more good ideas since then. You can read the . Bingeing Segment My husband suggested I share this because we love this game as a family. It's a great game to take when traveling and easy to understand if you're hosting guests that don't want to put oo much brainpower into a game. . Don't Forget! Be sure to leave a rating and review of the podcast on Apple podcasts to help spread the conversations and build more connections. You can follow along for behind the scenes podcast content
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103: Celebrating the Olympics
07/22/2024
103: Celebrating the Olympics
It's Olympic week! The Summer 2024 Olympics start this week and this podcast episode is going to give you all the details and inspiration you need to host a fun watch party, themed neighborhood, tournament, or delicious Olympic inspired potluck. Listen in for lots of ideas then click through the links below to find everythign you need for a great party. Will you be watching the opening ceremonies this week? What country are you cheering for? Is there an obscure event you get really excited to watch? Links You'll Need Use my one page party planning document to gather all of your ideas and figure out what you need to do to host a fun party. Here are some fun flag themed items that work great for or . Don't forget to hand out with these. Learn more about the Olympics, times, channels, events, etc. . Bingeing Segment Never thought I'd share underwear on the internet, but here we are. I have been loving these . And these are the most comfortable ones you will ever wear, promise! Don't Forget! Be sure to leave a rating and review of the podcast on Apple podcasts to help spread the conversations and build more connections. You can follow along for behind the scenes podcast content
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102: Adventures in Building Community at Sea with Tanya Hackney
05/15/2024
102: Adventures in Building Community at Sea with Tanya Hackney
Who needs an adventure in their life? Well this week's guest and her family went on the ultimate adventure when they traded in the American dream and moved their family onto a large catamaran and sailed around the world. Along the way they used thier adventures at sea to build community with other sailors and the local communities they visited. Tanya has so much wisdom to share with us about building community, hosting in small spaces, and connecting with others. This is a must listen because I know it will encourage you to take her skills from the sea to your own community. Links You'll Need Find more from Tanya and see where in the world her family is by checking out her . You can also follow her on or as well. Be sure to get a copy of her book, Leaving the Safe Harbor: The Risks and Rewards of Raising a Family on a Boat . Bingeing Segment There are so many good pieces of art coming out lately, and Beyonce's newest album is definitely one of them. I have a ton of favorites on the album. Don't Forget! Be sure to leave a rating and review of the podcast on Apple podcasts to help spread the conversations and build more connections. You can follow along for behind the scenes podcast content
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101: Being Healthy While Hosting with Esther Avant
04/30/2024
101: Being Healthy While Hosting with Esther Avant
Do you ever want to bring something healthy to a party or potluck? Well, this week's guest, Esther Avant is a health and wellness coach with some great advice for being healthy and hosting. She's a military spouse that has moved around and helped lots of women get healthier even in the midst of transition. I loved her perspective on figuring out how to enjoy hosting especially if it's not something that comes naturally or you enjoy doing. Links You'll Need Find more from Esther and see if she can help with your health goals by checking out her . You can also follow her on or as well. Bingeing Segment I recently used this great, for my mother-in-law's birthday adn think it's a great addition to any hosts table ware stash. Don't Forget! Be sure to leave a rating and review of the podcast on Apple podcasts to help spread the conversations and build more connections. You can follow along for behind the scenes podcast content
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100-Traveling Through Life's Transitions with Dawn Benson
04/23/2024
100-Traveling Through Life's Transitions with Dawn Benson
We made it to 100 episodes!! Feel free to share this podcast or any of the others you like to spread the fun we have over here at Conversations with the Hostess. This week, I'm interviewing Dawn Benson who is an author and travel coach for women going through major life transitions. Her wisdom comes from first hand experience of going through a big change and using travel to help her through the transition. Many of the things she shares with us is applicable to anyone in a military lifestyle with numerous transitions throughout your life and career. Take a listen and hopefully it inspires you to take a trip or find a way to discover more about yourself through travel. Links You'll Need Find more from Dawn and join her coaching program or go on her retreat by checking out her . Bingeing Segment I have recently discovered wet floral foam to make floral arrangements and it totally takes your arrangement from amateur to pro so easily. Don't Forget! Be sure to leave a rating and review of the podcast on Apple podcasts to help spread the conversations and build more connections. You can follow along for behind the scenes podcast content
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99: Celebrating Bridgerton with a Custom Party Plan
04/18/2024
99: Celebrating Bridgerton with a Custom Party Plan
This week is so exciting and it's because it's all about one of my favorite shows, Bridgerton! The new season is airing on Netflix soon and I want to celebrate because it's been nearly two years since the last season. If you love the show too, listen in to hear all about why I do, what the show encouraged me to start doing, and how you can get your own Bridgerton party plan. I've put together a very detailed Bridgerton themed party plan. You can use it to celebrate the release of the new season, or use it for a bridal shower, brunch, Mother's Day or themed birthday party. The party plan has links, tutorials, and checklists for everything from the tablescape, menu, activities to customizable party themed printables. It's really everything you need, plus you'll get me as your virtual party planner if you need any help along the way. Links You'll Need to purchase your Bridgerton Party Plan, or go to I also mentioned a couple Bridgerton podcasts I love. Check out this more serious one , and a funny satire one . You can purchase the . Bingeing Segment This is such a fun and easy to figure out that goes great with a Bridgerton themed party. Get it here, and see more bridgerton themed activities in the . Don't Forget! Be sure to leave a rating and review of the podcast on Apple podcasts to help spread the conversations and build more connections. You can follow along for behind the scenes podcast content
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98: Getting to Know Your Neighbors
04/10/2024
98: Getting to Know Your Neighbors
Who is ready to spend some time outside on your street getting to know their neighbors? No more awkward waves to people you don't know as you drive by. This week we're talking all about how to get to know your neighbors, with a little help from a FREE downloadable introduction card, and I share a ton of ways to spend time with your neighbors. There are ideas for any favorite pastime, from celebrating holidays together to playing tournament games with your neighbors. This will encourage you to start getting to know your neighbors and have some fun in your neighborhood together. Don't forget to get your downloadable . Links You Need to get your copy of a customizable neighbor introduction card. Bingeing Segment I'm loving I purchased. It is great for spring and I love the preppy vibes of it. Don't Forget! Be sure to leave a rating and review of the podcast on Apple podcasts to help spread the conversations and build more connections.
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97: What to Do When No One Shows Up to Your Party
03/26/2024
97: What to Do When No One Shows Up to Your Party
I hope this never happens to you, but if you plan a party, celebration, or holiday event and no one can come we're going to talk about it on the podcast today. I go over how to mitigate this situation before it even happens, what to do if it turns out no one can come, and how to respond if you're the person that can't attend an event you were invited to. It's a little personal and a little ranty, but I hope you get some value out of it and don't find yourself in a situation where people don't show up. Listen in to figure out what to do if that does happen. Bingeing Segment This week I'm sharing a great party decoration that's super versatile and can be used for a bunch of different parties. . Don't Forget! Be sure to leave a rating and review of the podcast on Apple podcasts to help spread the conversations and build more connections.
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96: Epidemic of Loneliness Part 3
03/20/2024
96: Epidemic of Loneliness Part 3
We are wrapping up our three part series of the Surgeon General's Adviosry on the Healing Effects of Social Connection and Community in the report on the Epidemic of Loneliness and Isolation. The first week we talked about why this report and research was necessary and then in part two we get into the nitty gritty and talk about how Isolation and Loneliness affects our health. This week in part three we talk about the six pillars of how to advance social connection. I strived to give you tangible ways to be more social for yourself, but also for your community. I hope you put some of these ideas into action and implement them in your lives. We k now that havin gmore social connection in your life is great for your physical and mental health. Links You Need Here is the from the Surgeon General that goes much more in depth than my brief overview. which I mentioned in the episode. Bingeing Segment This week we're talking about something that's going to help on any long car rides you have. Buy this . Don't Forget! Be sure to leave a rating and review of the podcast on Apple podcasts to help spread the conversations and build more connections.
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95: The Epidemic of Loneliness Part 2
03/14/2024
95: The Epidemic of Loneliness Part 2
We are continuing our three part series of the Surgeon General's Adviosry on the Healing Effects of Social Connection and Community in the report on the Epidemic of Loneliness and Isolation. Last week we went over what the report set out to do, and this week we get into the nitty gritty and talk about how Isolation and Loneliness affects our health. It affects our health in physical, mental, and lifestyle behaviors. We talk through all the ways our health is affected and how social connection is a main protector for our physical and mental health. Social conneciton even affects our behaviors and lifestyle which in turn has an impact in our communities. I hope you gain some insight into how your health can be improved through social connection and your connection with others can save lives. Links You Need Here is the from the Surgeon General that goes much more in depth than my brief overview. Bingeing Segment I have been obsessed with . I'm sure you've seen it all over Instagram and Tiktok, but the whole song is just as good as the snip bit all over your socials. Be sure to check out the artists' . Don't Forget! Be sure to leave a rating and review of the podcast on Apple podcasts to help spread the conversations and build more connections.
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94: The Epidemic of Loneliness Part 1
03/05/2024
94: The Epidemic of Loneliness Part 1
We are starting a three part series going over Our Epidemic of Loneliness and Isolation, the U.S. Surgeon General's Advisory on the Healing Effects of Social Conection and Community. It is eye opening to see how much social isolation affects us all. It affects everything from our physical health, mental health, and the health of our communities. In Part 1 we go over what the report set out to find, some of the research and ways to rethink our relationships and identify if we are isolated and lonely. In the following parts we'll talk about the heath effects of loneliness and how to advance social connection. I hope you gain some insight into a major problem in our society and stick around to find out how to fix it. Links You Need Here is the from the Surgeon General that goes much more in depth than my brief overview. Bingeing Segment I thoroughly enjoyed a new show on Netflix recently. I highly recommend watching , but be sure to bring some tissues with you. Listen to why I liked it so much. Don't Forget! Be sure to leave a rating and review of the podcast on Apple podcasts to help spread the conversations and build more connections.
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93: Leading with Creativity and Care with Emma Manzi
02/13/2024
93: Leading with Creativity and Care with Emma Manzi
Emma Manzi of Grace and Yarmouth is a US Navy Surface WArfare Officer and has used her creativity to create a great product based business selling Navy specific paper goods and celebration items. We talked all about how important it is to have a creative outlet when working in a high stres industrial environment. She also shared her leadership philosophy and it's so applicable to many different aspects of life. Her efforts to help us slow down and celebrate our accomplishments are such great reminders for us all. This is a conversation filled with value that you should listen to today! Links You Need You can find more from my guest, Emma on Check out all of her nautical inspired celebration items . I seriously want one of everything! Bingeing Segment I am obsessed with a red velvet blazer I got before Christmas and have been wearing it all the time. I can't find the link to the exact one I have, but here are several options for fun colorful blazers with great reviews. Don't Forget! Be sure to leave a rating and review of the podcast on Apple podcasts to help spread the conversations and build more connections. If you have any questions I'm always happy to help, just send me a DM .
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92: Overcoming Our Fears of Hosting with Kristie LaLonde on Happy Hostess Podast
02/06/2024
92: Overcoming Our Fears of Hosting with Kristie LaLonde on Happy Hostess Podast
This week I'm sharing the episode where I was a guest on the Happy Hostess podcast with Kristie LaLonde. We had a great conversation about overcoming your fears when it comes to hosting, how to be more vulnerable to create deep friendships, and advice on how to keep party planning stress to a minimum. It was so fun being a guest for once, and I know you're going to take a lot of value out of this episode. Don't forget to check out all of Kristie's podcasts at the Kristie was also a guest on this podcast and you can . What I'm Bingeing If you need to up your sauce game, check out Primal Kitchen sauces, specifically the teriyaki sauce. They are Whole 30 approved and don't have a bunch of stuff that's not good for you. You can find them all . Don't Forget! Be sure to leave a rating and review of the podcast on Apple podcasts to help spread the conversations and build more connections. If you have any questions I'm always happy to help, just send me a DM .
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