Best to the Nest with Margery & Elizabeth

Time is ticking for all those high school grads on their way to college. Ian is sitting in for Elizabeth this week and we’ll make good use of his expertise. He is a Professor at Kansas State University and has some pretty valuable advice about the conversations to have before they leave. Best to the Nest is our podcast all about creating strong, comfortable, beautiful nests that prepare us to fly. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We’re on the road, so please forgive the audio. Nothing stops a WRL! PLUS watch the bonus story on the Hayden Flour Mills from producer Rebecca Guldberg, my FAV! Watch: The First Lady The Janes on HBO Read: The Miller’s Daughter Cookbook Relentless Progress The Reconfiguration of Children’s Literature, Fairy Tales and Storytelling by Jack Zipes Listen: Feels Like Home Norah Jones The Doctor’s Farmacy with Dr. Mark Hyman - episode titled: How to Create a Happy Mind and Happy Life with Dr, Rangan Chatterjee See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

When parents are working full time, figuring out the home team is super hard. Daycare, nannies, part-time babysitters, or an au pair—lots of choices, none of them easy. We’re talking about the au pair system and what works and what doesn’t. Best to the Nest is our podcast all about creating strong, comfortable, beautiful nests that prepare us to fly. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Husband Ian fills in for Elizabeth for June's WRL. Yay! Watch: Dopesick Hulu Ted K: Hulu Read: Crockett Johnson and Ruth Krauss: How an Unlikely Couple Found Love, Dodged the FBI, and Transformed Children’s Literature by Philip Nel Listen: Listen: Could This Be Home Susan Cowsill Listen: Broke Teddy Swims Best to the Nest is our podcast all about creating strong, comfortable, beautiful nests that prepare us to fly. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This is when we wish we were still doing talk radio because we would throw out the phone line to get your reaction to the Japanese docu-series Old Enough on Netfli x. It’s a simple premise where camera crews follow children as they go out into the world alone for the first time. What will you let you kids do on their own this summer? Best to the Nest is our podcast all about creating strong, comfortable, beautiful nests that prepare us to fly. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hey everybody! We are back! We’re chatting about COVID, childcare, and the beauty of feeling well. Best to the Nest is our podcast all about creating strong, comfortable, beautiful nests that prepare us to fly. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We are in a free-from kind of mood for May’s Watch, Read. Listen. Make sure you stick around until the end for a podcast within a podcast. It get’s a little fiesty, thank you very much Molly! Watch: The Lincoln Lawyer Wild Babies Read: Being Mortal: Medicine and What Matters in the End by Atul Gawande The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid Listen: Harry's House The Nineties by Chuck Klosterman Best to the Nest is our podcast all about creating strong, comfortable, beautiful nests that prepare us to fly. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 300 EVERYBODY. We are celebrating with Kelly Smith from Yogaforyouonline. She is a meditat ion teacher, yoga teacher trainer, and a podcaster. We love this conversation and hope you will too. Here’s a gem from Kelly, “Do eight minutes less of something that doesn’t serve you…Eight to ten minutes of meditation a day will start to change the makeup of your brain.” (In a good way, of course!) Enjoy, enjoy, enjoy! Best to the Nest is our podcast all about creating strong, comfortable, beautiful nests that prepare us to fly. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Motherly just released its State of Motherhood annual survey. It’s not surprising women with ch ildren struggled during the pandemic. The biggest issue? Childcare. Yup, we’re talking about it. Read about it in Forbes. Best to the Nest is our podcast all about creating strong, comfortable, beautiful nests that prepare us to fly. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We’re both playing catch-up in our busy lives, so join us in the conversation and have a couple of laughs. Take a look at these cool things from Italy: Madova Gloves Pastry Shop Chic Nonna Di Vito Mollica Best to the Nest is our podcast all about creating strong, comfortable, beautiful nests that prepare us to fly. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Watch: Slow Horses The Gilded Age Read: Being Mortal: Medicine and What Matters in the End by Atul Gawande The Barrens Kurt Johnson & Ellie Johnson Listen: “As It Was,” Harry Styles Unrestricted with Ben Leber See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Laura Paulisich, founder of ToxyFree in Stillwater, Minnesota joins us again this week. Her mission is to teach people how to live a toxic-free life, and she is sharing so much of her research with us. Don’t let it overwhelm you. Enjoy her spirit and her generosity. She is offering a special code, BESTTOTHENEST, for Nesters to receive free shipping from www.shoptoxyfree.com. As we chat about clean swaps, you can follow along with this fantastic list from Laura: Dental Pack Plastic-Free Pen Toilet Brush Pot Brush Dryer Balls Yoga Mat Glass Baby Bottle Organic Makeup Clay Cookware Olive Wood Utensils Reusable Sanitary Pad a nd Reusable Menstrual Cup Sage Bundles and Palo Santo See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We are so excited to introduce you to Laura Paulisich, founder of ToxyFree in Stillwater, Minnesota. She is pure joy and is filled with inspired information on how to live a toxic-free life. Laura gives us our favorite quote of the podcast, “ Nature rewards us. Where the nutrients are, that is going to be the most delicious.” We covered SO much. Here are some helpful links: ToxyFree EatWild Kiss the Ground Film The End of Overeating NorthStar Bison Sacred Cow See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Spring is always the inspiration to take another look around our homes. What makes you feel good and what stresses you out? We are chatting with a surprising guest who is living the minimalist dream. Also check out this great research: The Unbearable Heaviness of Clutter Best to the Nest is our podcast all about creating strong, comfortable, beautiful nests that prepare us to fly. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Watch: Beirut The Adam Project Inventing Anna The Dropout Read: A Good Life: Newspapering and Other Adventures by Ben Bradlee Listen: Garr's Podcast Amy Winehouse Dr. Will Cole “The Art of Being Well" See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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We are dissecting Elizabeth’s ankle break and trying to analyze what the heck it all means. No surprise, laughter and tears in this one! Best to the Nest is our podcast all about creating strong, comfortable, beautiful nests that prepare us to fly. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Take a listen and we will be back full strength next week! Best to the Nest is our podcast all about creating strong, comfortable, beautiful nests that prepare us to fly. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Watch: Inventing Anna Yellowstone Read: A Good Life: Newspapering and Other Adventures by Ben Bradlee This is Your Mind on Plants by Michael Pollan Listen: Yoga For You Meditations by Kelly Smith Family/Drew Holcombe & the Neighbors See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

“True self care is not soft baths and chocolate cake. It is making the choice to build a life you don’t regularly have to escape from.” Dr. Amy Shah – @fastingmd on IG And we discuss. And for your reference: Fascia roller Red Light Therapy HealthyLine Mat Best to the Nest is our podcast all about creating strong, comfortable, beautiful nests that prepare us to fly. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We’re having a casual conversation about getting the heck out of town. Is it worth all the pre-planning, grocery shopping, note-leaving, and babysitting-arranging? Hell yes! Best to the Nest is our podcast all about creating strong, comfortable, beautiful nests that prepare us to fly. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Shout out to Becky who inspires our conversation today! How do we care for aging parents and set boundaries for ourselves? How do we prepare for our own care as we age? Sooo many questions!!! Best to the Nest is our podcast all about creating strong, comfortable, beautiful nests that prepare us to fly.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Watch: Loki Bridgerton And Just Like That... Read: Red Comet: The Short Life and Blazing Art of Sylvia Plath by Heather Clark Daisy Jones and the Six Listen: The Best of Me by David Sedaris Drew Holcomb and The Neighbors See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Let’s talk about moods. How does your partner handle yours? How do you diffuse theirs? Soccer star David Beckham shows us the way on this episode of BTTN. Best to the Nest is our podcast all about creating strong, comfortable, beautiful nests that prepare us to fly. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Let's all celebrate 2022 with Bernie's enthusiasm for the gift of one more year! Best to the Nest is the podcast that brings you home. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Here’s how we scroll! Margery IG picks: @LunaticaMilano @FashionbyRobertBlack @Chloedallolio @jennifer.garner @bathrooms_of_insta @bordadoesbelto Elizabeth IG picks: @foxmeetsbear @theplantpenthouse @heartbeetkitchen @the.enlightened.homeopath @dranamariatemple @shopumei Best to the Nest is our podcast all about creating strong, comfortable, beautiful nests that prepare us to fly. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What are your family traditions that make you feel the holiday spirit? How do you bring them to your nest? We have ours, and we would love you to share yours with us. Best to the Nest is our podcast all about creating strong, comfortable, beautiful nests that prepare us to fly.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Thank you for your thoughts about mom guilt. We’re continuing the conversation today with a bonus on burnout. We are so grateful for the connections we are building through Best to the Nest! Best to the Nest is our podcast all about creating strong, comfortable, beautiful nests that prepare us to fly. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Watch: Only Murders in the Building Ted Lasso Apple TV+ Listen: A Very Special Christmas, Vol. 1 A Charlie Brown Christmas Maggie Rose Read: The Defined Dish Cookbook The Vanilla Bean Blog - Sarah Kieffer cookbooks See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We’re talking through the finer points of our mom guilt and it can be a tearful road. Every family is different, but we can all share the common goal of trying to better serve our children by being self-aware of how our choices affect them. Join us in the rumination. Best to the Nest is our podcast all about creating strong, comfortable, beautiful nests that prepare us to fly. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Okay. So one of us had a bit too much coffee. Please forgive the first couple of minutes and settle in for a soulful conversation with Steve Patterson @thestevepatterson. Steve co-hosts Twin Cities Live with Elizabeth and is in the final countdown to a big change in his life. Share in our discussion about love, change, and faith. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Clogs Goop Glow Overnight Glow Peel Best Face Masks 2021 Gua Sha set Elizabeth’s Gua Sha Dry Brush Sunlighten Sauna Solo Sauna Age Quencher Binto Glow Down See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nothing wrong with staying in! Here are our suggestions for November. Watch: Netflix: Sex, Love & goop Stanley Tucci: Searching for Italy Read: In Tune With the Infinite by Ralph Waldo Trine Dovetails in Tall Grass by Samantha Specks Listen: Give a Girl A Knife: A Memoir by Amy Thielen Kelly Leveque podcast - https://kellyleveque.com/recent-posts/nicolebeurkens https://kellyleveque.com/recent-posts/glucosegoddess?rq=glucose%20goddess See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ohhh, this is so good! Wait for the wisdom gem at the end. But in the meantime read this: https://www.wsj.com/articles/digital-addictions-are-drowning-us-in-dopamine-11628861572 YIKES. Best to the Nest is our podcast all about creating strong, comfortable, beautiful nests that prepare us to fly. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Elizabeth talks with Annalicia the leader of Excercise180 Movement about earthing and the benefits of keeping your body grounded and connected. Visit: https://www.exercise180.com/optin-31508459 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Strategic incompetence was definitely the hot topic of the week, and not surprisingly we have some strong thoughts about this one. Here’s a great column that succinctly summarizes what triggered the discussion: https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/weaponized-incompetence-tiktok-trend See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Spy Fuzz Nine Perfect Strangers LuLaRich Heard It in a Love Song Kelly LeVeque Podcast Dr. Will Cole Podcast See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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We are so excited to introduce you to Becca Erickson. She is the Founding Director of Emerge Mother’s Academy. https://emergetwincities.org/ Emerge Mother’s Academy offers support to single mothers throughout the Twin Cities. Best to the Nest is our podcast all about creating strong, comfortable, beautiful nests that prepare us to fly. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We are very excited about our first collaboration with artist Jena Holliday. Find out more about Jena’s work at www.spoonfuloffaith.com. And…this is our final The Nest, but we are so happy to still be in conversation every Tuesday on Best to the Nest. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Artist Jena Holliday shares her talent with us. We’re so excited to chat about what we’ve created together. Find out more about Jena’s work at www.spoonfuloffaith.com. Best to the Nest is our podcast all about creating strong, comfortable, beautiful nests that prepare us to fly. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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How do you handle the big work stressors in your life? You know, when the idea of work/life balance is laughable or cry-able? That’s the chat this week, and we even pass on a small bit of good advice! Best to the Nest is our podcast all about creating strong, comfortable, beautiful nests that prepare us to fly. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In addition to our discussion about the new book by Oprah Winfrey and Dr. Bruce Perry, What Happened To You? Conversations on Trauma, Resilience and Healing, we have some suggestions for other books that have helped us. The Nest is our mini-sode all about the delightful and delicious things that make our homes just where we want to be! The Anger Trap: Free Yourself from the Frustrations that Sabotage Your Life (2004) Enough About You, Let’s Talk about Me (2005) The Power of Now The Gifts of Imperfection See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We are discussing the new book by Oprah Winfrey and Dr. Bruce Perry, What Happened To You? Conversations on Trauma, Resilience and Healing. We thought we would make it through the first four chapters, but we only made it to Chapter 2. It is so good! Best to the Nest is our podcast all about creating strong, comfortable, beautiful nests that prepare us to fly. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We hope to bring BTTN back to the Minnesota State Fair in 2022, but we sure did have fun in 2019. We hope you enjoy the replay of our Q & A. Ahhhh…simpler times. The Nest is our mini-sode all about the delightful and delicious things that make our homes just where we want to be! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It’s time for the Minnesota State Fair. That means crazy busy for every broadcaster in the state and time for a replay of our BTTN appearance in 2019. Seems like a lifetime ago!!! Best to the Nest is our podcast all about creating strong, comfortable, beautiful nests that prepare us to fly. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Good stuff this month! Watch: The Social Dilemma on Netflix Small Town News on HBO Max Read: Eleanor by David Michaelis Heard it in a Love Song by Tracey Garvis Graves Listen: Aretha Franklin - Amazing Grace: The Complete Recordings (live) 1972 New Temple Missionary Baptist Church in LA What Happened to You -- Oprah and Dr. Bruce Perry The Nest is our mini-sode all about the delightful and delicious things that make our homes just where we want to be! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

More play people. We may need help on this field… Best to the Nest is our podcast all about creating strong, comfortable, beautiful nests that prepare us to fly. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This may be the most random list yet: Barebones - cookware Dry Brushing Ted Lasso Natural Deodorant Little Warrior Nutrition The Nest is our mini-sode all about the delightful and delicious things that make our homes just where we want to be! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.