In this episode, we talk to therapist Emily Grace Ames of Greenhouse Counseling on the topic of smart phones. Emily Grace reached out after hearing our episode about Jen making her phone "dumb" and really wanted to join in the conversation about what she is personally seeing from a therapist perspective. In this episode we discuss: A bit about Emil…

In this episode, we hear from Jen why she decided to make her smartphone... "dumb", and how! In this episode we discuss: Jen's reasons for dumbing down her phone Tech and anxiety What we can do to opt out How using our smartphones can increase the research data to make it more enticing Resources mentioned in this episode: Why I bought a dumb phone …

In this episode, we thought we would dive into a topic that seemed to be on our minds a lot this past week - gossip. With the drama surrounding Princess Catherine (Kate Middleton), as well as a personal experience Jen had with rumors- it felt appropriate. In this episode we discuss: Why do we gossip? Evolutionary reasons and possible benefits for g…

In this episode, we were so delighted to get to chat with Lyndsey, a homeschooling mama of 4, from Treehouse School on the topic of homeschooling. One of things I love most about Lyndsey's approach to homeschool is her heart to make it approachable and attainable... both things we love to keep in mind when discussing topics here on the show. This e…

In this episode, Jen and Sammy discuss all the wonderful resources we potentially have available to us through our public library. The public library is a wonderful and underrated FREE resource available to us all... let's get back to using it, shall we? Resources mentioned in this episode: 15 Library Resources You Probably Didn't Know About How to…

In this episode, Jen gives an update on her ADHD medication journey. She gets vulnerable about the pros and cons of medication, and how her life has been affected with and without it. We are not medical professionals, so please talk to your doctor. This is Jen's personal experience only. Resources mentioned in this episode: ADHD Test: Do I Have ADH…

In this episode we are discussing building better sleep routines. Parents are known to put so much thought and intention into their children's sleep routine, but quickly assume they are immune and can flop into bed and fall fast asleep. Here are ideas for a better night's sleep. Resources mentioned in this episode: 9 Habits for a Good Nights Sleep …

In this episode, Sammy and Jen go over their weekly routines to prep and get ready for a smoother week. In this weekly planning episode, we discuss: weekly family meetings meal planning/prepping our favorite planners Resources mentioned in this episode: Passion Planner Passionate Penny Pincher Home Planner Erasable pens If you like what you hear, p…

In this episode, Sammy and Jen catch up on big life events... For reference to the episode where Jen first discussed her ADHD, check out the episode, "Mental Health Updates" here. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing, sharing with a buddy, or leaving us a review on itunes (or wherever you're listening)! Thank you so much! Connec…

In this episode, we get to chat with Cassie Cox about how she and her husband are building their dream house...with absolutely no debt! In this episode we discuss: How they got started on their journey to building a house "at the speed of cash" Can it be done? Logistics of building with 5 little ones The many benefits of "going slow" How they stay …

In this episode, we are continuing the conversation about starting a sourdough cottage bakery with Beth Volpe - but in this conversation, we are discussing making the transition from in-home cottage bakery to brick and mortar storefront. Her story is so inspiring and encouraging! Enjoy! In this episode we discuss: How Beth got started with a cottag…

In today's episode, we were so excited to chat with Hannah Buell of Hannah's Bread Basket about all things cottage bakery. Hannah has a wonderful story of how she got started with her cottage bakery, how everyone was convinced it wouldn't work, and how she proved them otherwise. In this episode we discuss: What is a cottage bakery? Why Hannah got s…

Last episode we met with Dr. Nick Araza about reverse engineering goals for the new year... but what happens if you're in a season where the thought of ADDING anything new to your busy life feels stressful rather than energizing? In this episode, we dive into a few things that you could do this year that could give you more time and space in your d…

In this episode, we have one of our favorite chiropractors back, Dr. Nick Araza, to discuss achieving meaningful goals. Dr. Nick has helps thousands of clients reach a new level of wellness through figuring out what matters most to them: the goal that will help them achieve that vision of their life, and then reverse engineering that goal to make i…

"Comparison is the thief of joy" Theodore Roosevelt Well comparison can not only steal your joy...but your wallet, too. Do you ever feel like you need to keep up with your friends, your neighbors or even people you've never met in real live but follow via the internet? If that is something you can relate to, let me say you're in good company, frien…

This is a rewind episode (Season 1 Episode 7). We hope you enjoy it! Happy Holidays to you and your family. See you in the New Year! Love, Sammy and Jen --------- In this episode, we are talking about Millennial SPIRITUALITY! First, we'll take a look at some interesting stats about American adults and their religions (or lack thereof). Then we will…

In this episode we are doing a follow up to our episode about value-based relocation. It has been long enough since we have both moved across the country (out of California) to check in and get real about the downsides to making a big move. This is not meant to discourage anyone from making a big move if its been on your heart, but we hope this wil…

In this episode, we discuss how Jen and her husband drove over 10,000 miles with their three littles ones across the country, 7 and under… and not one single minute of screen time in the car. And believe it or not… all while staying mostly sane. The summer of 2022 our family of five took off on a cross country 4 month trip pulling a 29 ft travel tr…

In this episode we dive into the conversation of gift giving, the anxiety that can come with it, and how to add some intention to your gift giving this season. In this episode we'll discuss: Budgeting for the life you have this holiday season Want, need, wear, read Intentional holiday traditions we each have Perspective on what kids actually rememb…

In this episode we explore the surface of the topic of color analysis when it comes to our clothing! Jen has found that applying the topic of color analysis to her wardrobe has benefited her in SO many ways (Sammy is still on the fence), so we need to talk about it! In this episode you'll hear: What is color analysis? Why are we talking about color…

In this episode, we felt we needed to continue our conversation after our interview with Stacie Clenet on the topic of perimenopause. We discussed thoughts on aging, specifically aging gracefully in this modern time (while keeping it natural). Then we turned our thoughts and discussion to positive ways that we can age more gracefully. Discussion po…

In this episode, we start the conversation on the topic of perimenopause with our dear friend, Stacie Clenet. With the average age of women going through menopause being 51, but many women actually starting the journey of perimenopause as early as their late 30s, it's an important conversation to have. Discussion points in this episode on perimenop…

In this episode, we did a deep dive on all things sourdough with Kristin Richard! We reached out to Facebook and asked our listeners what sort of things keep you from trying sourdough, hang you up, or confuse the heck out of you. Kristin was able to answer all of our questions, and we have your answers here in this episode. Questions we cover in th…

In this episode we are talking about one of our favorite topics... coffee. However, today's conversation may or may not be an unpopular opinion. We'll discuss the potential pros and cons of coffee and caffeine, talk about our own personal journeys with it (the ups and the downs), and finish with our take on what we find to be the best coffee altern…

In this episode we are finally diving a little deeper into the topic of homeschooling... more specifically, questions to ask yourself when considering homeschooling. I (Jen) came upon an article written by Little House Learning Co. She walked through 6 questions she felt were important to ask yourself to see if homeschooling could work for you and …

I (Jen) have been waiting to have this conversation with Anna Taylor for months now! Anna has such an incredible story, we honestly could have talked on 20 different things... but I love where this conversation went. God nudges... and then he slams doors. How huge life changes can look incredibly messy and feel painful, while doing beautiful, meani…

In this episode, we are kicking off Sammy's favorite season with one of Jen's favorite topics - HYGGE! What the heck is hygge, you may ask? Hygge is defined as 'a quality of coziness and comfortable conviviality that engenders a feeling of contentment and wellbeing' by Oxford Languages, but we like to think of it as making time for the simple joys …

In this episode, we're revisiting a topic that we began discussing in season 1... the beauty and challenges of adult friendships! In particular, we both want to open up about our experiences hitting the 'restart' button on friendships after we both moved across the country, explore the ups and downs and share our strategies that seem to be working …

In this episode, we are excited to talk about Feng Shui with our dear friend Lauren Bragg from the Feng Shui Collective! Feng Shui is 'an ancient Chinese art of arranging buildings, objects, and space in an environment to achieve harmony and balance' (National Geographic). As Lauren states on her website, "Your space not only reflects you, it affec…

In this episode, we really felt the nudge to push pause on our usual format and have a candid chat about mental health, and where we are with our own journeys. We feel so passionately about normalizing actually talking out loud about mental health (much like we do about physical health)! Normalizing checking in with our friends and asking... "how a…

In this episode we have our first interview, with Alexis Girvan, for a segment we would like to call "Millennial Pioneer Profiles". These are people we have met and know who are embodying this lifestyle that we have been diving into... intentional, value based, slow living, etc. So, in the spirit of this 'slow living season' we have been in, we can…

In this episode, slow living in the kitchen meets slow living debt free as we explore our personal journeys in making more frugal choices when it comes to the foods that we eat while trying to keep a nutrient-dense diet, sharing where we've struggled and what we've learned along the way... One of my biggest frustrations with podcasts and blog posts…

How do the #zerowaste movement and #slowliving go together? Sammy and Jen break down their experiences with the zero waste movement, some of the darker sides of the movement (and what you can aim for instead), and how to get started reducing your impact on the environment in ways that can actually benefit you and your lifestyle as well! In this epi…

We finally have gotten around to doing an episode on slow living and getting out of debt! This has been a long time coming for us. We skirted around the conversation in episode 5 in season 1, "Keeping Up With the Jones'"... but we got to deep dive on the topic of debt and getting out of debt in this episode. In this episode you'll hear: How does pa…

In this episode, we continue our conversation around the topic of slow living, while diving deep into the topic of nature. In this episode we will cover: How does being in nature add to slow living? How does nature benefit us and our health? Seasonal depression and getting outdoors daily What is the #1000 hours outside movement Some common hurdles …

We actually had an entirely different episode planned, but after Jen texted Sammy with overwhelming feelings of anxiety... We decided to take a different turn with this episode. Anxiety is prevalent. There are more cases of anxiety today than ever before. It makes you wonder, doesn't it? In this episode, we talk about some modern day causes of anxi…

I am loving the direction that season 2 is taking with a focus on "slow living". What better place to deep dive on this topic than heading straight to slow living in the kitchen. In our homes, the slow living kitchen truly is the heart of the home. Where full bellies equal love and affection. In this episode Jen and Sammy dive deeply into how we ar…

For season 2 of the Millennial Pioneer Podcast, we're feeling the nudge to talk more about "slow living". Maybe it's the high levels of anxiety we're experiencing as a culture, maybe it's the onslaught of "cottage core" and homesteading romanticization... but there is something that is nudging us all to slow down, question the status quo of "climbi…

Welcome back for episode 1 of Season 2 of the Millennial Pioneer Podcast! In this episode, Sammy and Jen are catching up on what has been going on so far this summer... and there has been a lot to catch up on! We also share a few of our hopes for the upcoming season... and perhaps overshare a time or two...or three. Connect with us: Jennifer Araza …

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We genuinely feel this conversation around postpartum is one of the most important conversations we have had on this podcast to date! There is a lie going around... the lie that women must compete to see who can "bounce back" quickest after giving birth. Who can be the woman who gets back to her "pre baby weight" the fastest. Fits in her "pre baby …

After recording episode 11 on Jen's personal experience having three natural childbirths at home, we felt there was a lot left to be said...from an expert. There were a lot of questions from our listeners about the details of what a midwife does, as well as what a natural birth can look like from the perspective of the birth worker. We were lucky e…

In this episode of the Millennial Pioneers Podcast, we are so excited to be interviewing Casey Pfeifer about permaculture. As I discussed this upcoming interview with my husband one morning and what exactly I would ask Casey about permaculture, my sweet 8-year-old son Bennett innocently asked from across the room... "What is permaculture?" Yes... l…

In this episode of the Millennial Pioneer Podcast, we get to interview Dr. Nicholas Araza (Jen's super handsome hubby) on the topic of chiropractic. Dr. Nick is so passionate about chiropractic and giving his patients freedom. Freedom to move their bodies, freedom to reach their health goals, freedom to play with their kids/grandkids, etc. In this …

In this episode of the Millennial Pioneers Podcast, Sammy will be interviewing Jen about her experiences (all very different) of birthing her three children at home naturally...yes homebirth, folks. This is a very near and dear topic to me, as I have found that women freely share scary stories of hard births, but I find women shying away from telli…

In this episode of the Millennial Pioneers Podcast, we are going to take a deep dive into values-based relocation, exploring our personal (and family) approaches to evaluating current and/or future living situations, and discuss how we both made the decisions to move out of CA! But this episode can apply to move out of any state... We originally wa…

In this episode, we are talking about Intentional Living! Have you been curious about sustainable/intentional/regenerative lifestyles? So have we! We’re going to share our WHYs for even getting into this world in the first place, discuss our experiences (both positive AND negative), and wrap up with ‘our’ most valuable intentional living projects (…

In this episode, we are talking about Intentional Living! Have you been curious about sustainable/intentional/regenerative lifestyles? So have we! We're going to share our WHYs for even getting into this world in the first place, discuss our experiences (both positive AND negative), and wrap up with 'our' most valuable intentional living projects (…

In this episode, we are talking about Millennial SPIRITUALITY! First, we'll take a look at some interesting stats about American adults and their religions (or lack thereof). Then we will dive deep into a heartfelt and vulnerable discussion about our past and present relationships with spirituality, religion, and faith. Man, this felt like a hard e…

We recently discovered that March 19th is National Let's Laugh Day, and we couldn't let the day go by without celebrating. If you've been listening to the show for any length of time, you know that we (Jen and Sammy) love to laugh. What you may not know is that our beloved audio technician/troll (his words, not ours) spends hours of his life editin…