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Chasing The SparkReclaiming Healthy Habits After Summer: Episode 17Summer can be full of joy, adventure, and... totally falling off the healthy habits train. And you know what? That’s okay. In this episode of Chasing the Spark, Katie and Catie are talking honestly about the summer slide—how routines shift, good habits fade, and wellness takes a back seat—and how we're choosing to reset without the guilt. Join us as we share what we're doing to gently get back on track with food, movement, and mindset. This isn’t about restriction or shame—it’s about realigning with what feels good, sustainable, and energizing as we move i...2025-07-2941 minChasing The SparkOur Grumpiness Triggers and Happiness Tools: Episode 16This episode is all about recognizing the things that put us in bad moods and the easy ways we fight negative energy. We share about our personalities, sensory overload, and our favorite wellness resources. If you're aiming for more joy, positivity, and happiness in your life, give it a listen! Mentioned in the episode: Our Mental Health Check-In episode The Happiness Project with Gretchen Rubin Lindywell pilates Yoga With Adriene You can send us your sparks by emailing us at catie@chasingthesparkpodcast.com or katie@chasingthesparkpodcast.com and if you have a suggestion for an ep...2025-07-2242 minChasing The SparkPantry, Fridge & Freezer Food Staples: Episode 15Pantry, fridge, and freezer staples: the culinary sidekicks we often overlook. In this episode of Chasing the Spark, we dig into the everyday ingredients that quietly save dinner (again and again). From shelf-stable heroes to frozen lifesavers, it's all about smart storage and big flavor. Plus, Catie helps Katie conquer her fear of freezing meals—because the freezer is not just where good intentions go to die. Enjoy! Items Mentioned: Nut Thins Kodiak Protein Packed French Toast Sticks White Chicken Chili Recipe Katie’s Favorite Fruit and Veggie Prep Dishes for Fridge Pioneer Woman's Spicy Macaroni and C...2025-07-1550 minChasing The SparkA Solo Parenting Survival Guide: Episode 14Whether your partner travels for business, works an unconventional schedule, or has a fun trip in the works, it's helpful to have a plan for holding down the fort by yourself. In this episode, Katie and Catie talk about their experiences solo parenting and how they make these times go more smoothly. Listen for our best tips for preparing ahead, being a family team, and treating yourself! You can send us your sparks by emailing us at catie@chasingthesparkpodcast.com or katie@chasingthesparkpodcast.com and if you have a suggestion for an episode topic you’d love to...2025-07-0845 minChasing The SparkBeach Bound! Packing, Planning & Perfecting Your Shore Escape: Episode 13In this sunny episode, Katie and Catie are embracing full-on summer mode. Whether you're dreaming of the iconic Outer Banks or planning a quick escape to your favorite local beach town, they’ve got you covered. From choosing the right destination and packing like a pro to meal planning tips and ideas for maximizing your time in the sun, Katie and Catie share their go-to strategies for creating a beach trip that’s relaxing, fun, and unforgettable. Grab your sunscreen and flip-flops — it's time to chase that beachy spark! Our Favorite Beach Products Mentioned Cool Cabanas Yeti Tote Soft Cooler...2025-07-0135 minChasing The SparkFiguring Out Our Personal Style & Fashion Faves: Episode 12Take a tour of our closets as we try to unpack our personal style. In this episode, we talk about where we find outfit inspiration, how we like to shop, and share some pieces that are helping us feel cute and comfortable lately. Some of Catie's favorites: artinthefind on Instagram kristalavrusic on Instagram Gold heart necklace Anthropologie tote bag White linen pants Some of Katie's favorites: Kate Spade Mickey Earrings Kate Spade Say Yes Mrs Studs Navy Blue Sleeveless Lace Cocktail Dress Women's Cupshe Asymmetrical Mesh Waist Swim Dress Brooks Sneakers 2025-06-2439 minChasing The SparkLet's Talk About Books!: Episode 11Summer is in full swing, and Catie and Katie are diving into one of our favorite topics: books—and how we manage to read them as busy moms. From chaotic nights with our Kindles to sneaking in audiobooks while cooking dinner, we’re sharing our real-life reading habits. We'll discuss our favorite authors, the books that have stayed with us for years, and what our kids are loving right now. Plus, we talk about the ever-growing TBR piles we swear we'll get to someday. Join us for a candid conversation about the joys and challenges of reading as moms, and...2025-06-1756 minChasing The SparkSummer Bucket Lists & Family Fun: Episode 10Summer has arrived, and we're ready to make the most of it! In this episode, Katie and Catie are sharing how we're planning work, childcare, and travel this summer. We also talk about our favorite family activities and what makes summer more fun for us moms. Join us as we embrace the season and everything it has to offer. 2025-06-1045 minChasing The SparkFun Summer Parties & BBQs: Episode 9June kicks off the season of backyard BBQs, parties and smores roasting! In this episode, we get into the essentials of hosting the perfect summer BBQ and hangout. From crafting a mouthwatering menu to setting the right vibe, we've got you covered. Whether you're a seasoned grill master or a first-time host, we've got tips and tricks to make your gathering a hit. So grab your favorite drink, fire up the grill, and let's get into it!2025-06-0344 minChasing The SparkBirthday Celebrations, Memories, and Traditions: Episode 8Catie's birthday is just around the corner, so Katie and Catie are chatting all about birthday fun, how they celebrate birthdays in their families, and how they feel about aging. They also share some of their favorite gifts and memories of birthdays gone by and dream about future celebrations!2025-05-2737 min
The Mom HourListener Questions & Our Advice: Episode 518Jennifer wants to hear all our old podcast intros one more time (what a fun trip down memory lane!). Contributor Sarah wonders how Meagan and Sarah’s perspectives on parenting have evolved since episode one. Tricia wonders how to get a kindergartener to open up about hard stuff, while listeners Mel and Lisa each ask how to figure out what’s next in motherhood—and life. Kim wants to know how much she really needs to play with her child—and how to balance being present while modeling healthy phone habits. Plus, we share a quick update on what's next for...2025-05-201h 02Chasing The SparkMental Health: Coping, Caring, and Calling It What It Is: Episode 7It’s Mental Health Awareness Month, and today Katie and Catie are hitting pause for a much-needed check-in—with ourselves, and with you. If your mind’s been on overload or the emotions are piling up, you're not alone. Mental health is messy, real, and something we all wrestle with—whether we talk about it or not. We’re sharing the tools that help us stay grounded, the triggers we’re still working through, and how we’re learning to truly show up—for ourselves and for our people. This is a raw, honest, and supportive conversation about healing, growth, and community. J...2025-05-1953 minChasing The SparkOur Current Favorite Things: Episode 6We're kicking off this episode by talking about our personalities when it comes to discovering and staying loyal to the things we love. Then, we share our current obsessions, go-to products, and best moments lately! Mentioned in the episode: Catie's favorite EOS vanilla bliss shaving cream and rediscovery of Loreal Voluminous Mascara. Katie loves DRMTLGY brand skincare products. Specifically the SPF Physical Tinted Moisturizer and the undereye corrector Catie has been wearing this Classic cotton button-down from Gap and Dolce Via Aileen Mary Jane Flat Katie loves the support from Brooks Shoes Catie and her husband are...2025-05-1350 min
Chasing The SparkStaying Inspired To Learn: Episode 5This week, Katie and Catie are chatting all about learning—what keeps us excited about it, and what makes us want to run the other way. We talk about how we actually like to learn, what makes it feel heavy sometimes, and a few cool things we’ve picked up recently that made us go “huh, that’s interesting!” It’s a cozy convo about staying curious, finding your flow, and giving yourself permission to learn in your own way. Join us! Helpful Links: Books Mentioned: Find Your Why by Simon Sinek The Women...2025-05-0639 minChasing The SparkRefreshing Our Home Decor For Spring And Summer: Episode 4 Today, we're chatting all about our decorating styles and plans for our homes this spring and summer. We share about some recent furniture purchases and discuss the little ways we plan to get the inside and outside of our homes ready for the season ahead! Some links we talked about in the episode: Catie's new library coffee table Catie's versatile living room ottoman 2025-04-2930 min
Chasing The SparkLeaning Into A Busy Season: Episode 3May is a beautiful, chaotic mess—and if you're in the thick of end-of-school activities, packed schedules, and nonstop demands, you're not alone. In this episode, we're keeping it real about what this season looks like for our families and how we’re staying (mostly) sane through it all. From color-coded calendars to mindset shifts, self-care hacks, and family rituals that keep us grounded, we’re sharing the ways we find joy, reset when needed, and try to soak in the good stuff—no matter how busy life gets.2025-04-2248 min
Chasing The SparkFavorite Foods, Dinner Ideas, and Meal Planning: Episode 2As busy moms, feeding our families (and ourselves!) is always on our minds. In this episode, we share some of our easy, crowd-pleasing dinner ideas, as well as some new recipes we've cooked lately. We also answer a yummy rapid-fire of our favorite "girl dinners," comfort foods, desserts and more! Photo by Eaters Collective on Unsplash2025-04-1545 minChasing The SparkWho We Are, What We Love, Why We're Here: Episode 1Welcome to the very first episode of Chasing The Spark! In this kick-off episode, Katie Gouldner and Catie Parrish are letting you in on who we are, why we’re starting this podcast, and what you can expect. Spoiler alert: It’s going to be a fun ride!2025-03-2147 minThe Mom HourNew Year Mantras For Your Motherhood Era: Episode 498For more peace and purpose in your mom life, consider a mantra! Today Katie Gouldner and Catie Parrish dive into the enchanting world of mantras—what they are, how to create one that fits your current motherhood era, and how to weave it into your daily routine. We’ll share feel-good examples, simple tips, and ways to make your mantra an anchor throughout your day. Whether you’re stepping into a new season or just craving a little more balance, we’ll help you embrace the year ahead with calm, clarity, and confidence. Enjoy the journey!Meagan and Sara...2024-12-311h 04The Mom HourHacks For Slaying Busy Seasons: Episode 460Baseball, Scouts, soccer, basketball….you name it, our kids are doing it! In this episode, Catie and Katie are back to discuss all the stuff, processes, and mindsets that help get our families through a busy season. Join us for some of our favorite products, meal strategies, plus where and how we delegate responsibilities out to family members. Plus, it’ll be summer before we know it, and have some thoughts on how to tackle that, too. Enjoy!Meagan and Sarah are off for the first two weeks of April. Enjoy the Katie+Catie takeover, and we’ll be...2024-04-091h 07The Mom HourSmall Tweaks To Save Big Money: Episode 459With the cost of EVERYTHING at near record highs, many families want to be mindful about where all their hard-earned dollars go. In this episode, Catie Parrish and Katie Gouldner share some of their best tips and tricks for stretching those dollars (and even saving in the process!). While groceries and eating out are easy targets for slashing your monthly spending, you might be surprised at a few other tips for saving big – plus, Katie shares how her recent no-spend month went, and how much her family saved!Meagan and Sarah are off for the first two we...2024-04-0257 minThe Mom HourTips For Traveling With Small Kids (Catie’s Florida Family Vacation)Deciding where to go on a family vacation with littles can be overwhelming. How will the kids adjust to all the changes? Will the adults enjoy their time, too? In this special episode of The Mom Hour, Meagan chats with team member Catie Parrish about her family’s spring break trip to Florida. Listen to hear all about Catie’s favorite things they did, as well as her top tips for happy travels with young kids. Catie also shares how she preps her house before a big trip, as well as how to make it easier to come home. Enjo...2023-04-2846 min
The Mom HourHonoring Cultural & Faith Traditions At The Holidays: Voices 82“Mom, is Santa Jesus’s grandpa?” If you’ve found yourself in the (somehow surprising?) position of Adult In Charge Of The Holidays, you too might be on the receiving end of kids’ questions about what’s going on, exactly, with all these rituals and traditions. The answers don’t always come easy, because even as adults it’s not always obvious how (or whether) to carry our own family of origin’s traditions into a new generation, how to merge faiths and cultures with our partners, and how to explain it all meaningfully to our kids.In today’s Voices...2022-12-0255 min
Word of the DayApplianceYou’re listening to Lingo Phoenix’s word of the day for July 20.
Lollipop Day
Today’s word is appliance, spelled a-p-p-l-i-a-n-c-e.
appliance /əˈplaɪəns/ noun [countable]
a device, machine, or piece of equipment, especially an electrical one that is used in the house, such as a washing machine
Don't plug in an electrical appliance with wet hands - you could get an electric shock.
Are all of the kitchen appliances included in the price of the house?
Modern appliances such as washing machines, vacuum cleaners a...2022-06-2402 minThe Mom HourFamily Travel Mishaps & Why We Go Anyway: Voices 76If you travel with kids, it’s just a matter of time before a trip goes off the rails in spectacular fashion. Maybe it’s a flat tire in the middle of nowhere, or an expensive vacation spent sick in a pricey hotel room. Today Sarah is joined by Catie, Stacy, Emily and Lisa – regular contributors to the show and seasoned travelers with a combined 13 kids – who share their most memorable travel mishap stories. (Full disclaimer: there will be puke-talk.) In sharing these stories, we hope to normalize that travel with kids doesn’t have to go perfectly to be “worth...2022-06-1748 min