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Our Kids Play HockeyOur Girls Play Hockey - A Guide To Girls College Hockey Recruiting with Boston University Women's Ice Hockey Team Assistant Coach Megan MyersDive into our essential guide to college hockey recruiting with hosts Lee MJ Elias, Mike Bonelli, Christie Casciano Burns, and Sheri Hudspeth in this episode of "Our Girls Play Hockey." Joined by Megan Myers, assistant coach for the Boston University women's ice hockey team, the discussion covers everything from the ideal age to start thinking about college hockey to crafting the perfect email to catch a coach's attention. Megan shares her expertise on navigating NCAA rules, the importance of balancing academics and athletics, and the value of both official and unofficial visits. This episode is a must-listen for players...2024-09-1049 min
I'd Rather Stay In118: AliensWhat was Megan's first exposure to the idea of aliens? Why are alien movies really just about communism? How are our typical depictions of aliens problematic? What is Stephie yelling about this week? Find out all of this and more this week as Megan and Stephie talk about aliens. Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.
Want to support the podcast? Visit https://www.buymeacoffee.com/irsipodcast to buy us a coffee!2022-07-2651 minI'd Rather Stay In098: Weaponized IncompetenceHave you ever experienced someone pretending they don't know how to do something, just so they can get out of having to do it? That's weaponized incompetence, baby! Megan and Stephie (and Megan's cat) have a lot to say on this topic this week. Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.
Want to support the podcast? Visit https://www.buymeacoffee.com/irsipodcast to buy us a coffee!2022-01-1852 minI'd Rather Stay In094: 2021 Gift GuideStuck on what to get your loved ones (or yourself!) for the holidays this year? Megan and Stephie are sharing some of their favorite gift ideas to help you cut through the clutter. Grab the links for all items mentioned and the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.
Want to support the podcast? Visit https://www.buymeacoffee.com/irsipodcast to buy us a coffee!2021-11-1649 minI'd Rather Stay In093: Gobble, GobbleDoes the thought of cooking Thanksgiving dinner make you sweat? In this episode, Megan and Stephie are sharing all their favorite tips and tricks for hosting Thanksgiving, from how to plan out your menu and shopping lists to how to keep your family out of your way while you're cooking. Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.
Want to support the podcast? Visit https://www.buymeacoffee.com/irsipodcast to buy us a coffee!2021-11-091h 01I'd Rather Stay In092: Parenting in America: Ashley MizellIn their new "Parenting in America" series, Megan and Stephie talk to fellow parents to learn about their experiences of raising kids in this country. First up is Ashley Mizell, who shares her experience of parenting following the loss of her vision in 2019. Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.
Connect with Ashley: https://www.instagram.com/blind_momofboys/
Want to support the podcast? Visit https://www.buymeacoffee.com/irsipodcast to buy us a coffee!2021-11-0237 minI'd Rather Stay In091: Mental LoadMental load is real and it's exhausting. In this episode, Megan and Stephie talk about mental load and how it affects their lives. Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.
Want to support the podcast? Visit https://www.buymeacoffee.com/irsipodcast to buy us a coffee!2021-10-2655 minI'd Rather Stay In090: Life Coaching with Jennifer FarleyHave you ever wondered what life coaching really is? We have! Life coach Jennifer Farley joins Megan and Stephie this week to talk about what life coaching is, who can benefit from working with a life coach, and more. Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.
Connect with Jen: https://www.instagram.com/jenniferfarleycoaching/
Want to support the podcast? Visit https://www.buymeacoffee.com/irsipodcast to buy us a coffee!2021-10-1945 minI'd Rather Stay In089: Snack Time!We hope you're hungry this week because we sure are! This week, Megan and Stephie are talking all about snacks. From the history of snack foods to the weird world of Oreo flavors, they're covering it all. Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.
Want to support the podcast? Visit https://www.buymeacoffee.com/irsipodcast to buy us a coffee!2021-10-121h 12I'd Rather Stay In088: Reese's Movie RecapsYou loved our first episode with Megan's son Reese, so he's back this week! This time, he's displaying his "talent" for recapping movies. Discoveries along the way include that Stephie cannot tell the difference between Bruce Willis and Keifer Sutherland and that Reese has a penchant for using excellent descriptors while doing his recaps. Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.
Want to support the podcast? Visit https://www.buymeacoffee.com/irsipodcast to buy us a coffee!2021-10-051h 12I'd Rather Stay In087: The Megan InterviewIt's time to get nosy with Megan! This week, Stephie is interviewing Megan, discovering that we are both old ladies who enjoy reading in-flight magazines, what part of adulting Megan would like to opt out of, what her perfect day would be (hint: someone needs to bring this woman some coffee in bed), and more. Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.
Want to support the podcast? Visit https://www.buymeacoffee.com/irsipodcast to buy us a coffee!2021-09-2854 minI'd Rather Stay In086: Overcoming Fear with TaKenya HamptonWhat are you afraid of? Are those fears protecting you or actually holding you back? If the latter, how do you work to overcome them? This week, Megan and Stephie are joined by growth and development coach TaKenya Hampton to find out how our fears might be impeding our success and what it looks like to start moving past them. Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.
Follow TaKenya on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/takenyabrownhampton/
Want to support the podcast? Visit https://www.buymeacoffee.com/irsipodcast...2021-09-2156 minI'd Rather Stay In085: The Stephie InterviewIf you've ever felt nosy and wanted to know more about our hosts, this is the episode for you! In this episode, Megan is interviewing Stephie and uncovering all the weird details about how her brain works, a scarring incident with a man in a Wonderbread costume, her disdain for Coldplay and dogs that end in "doodle," and so much more. Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.
Want to support the podcast? Visit https://www.buymeacoffee.com/irsipodcast to buy us a coffee!2021-09-1459 minI'd Rather Stay In084: Deconstructing from Religion with Andie CostonIf you grew up in a religious household, you may have found yourself having to unlearn and relearn some things as you figure out what your relationshp is to faith and the church as an adult. This week, Megan and Stephie are talking with their friend Andie Coston about this process – also known as deconstruction. Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.
Follow Andie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andie.ink/
Want to support the podcast? Visit https://www.buymeacoffee.com/irsipodcast to buy us a co...2021-09-071h 09I'd Rather Stay In083: Happy Birthday to Us!It's our birthday and we'll pod if we want to! This week, Megan and Stephie are celebrating their second podcasting anniversary by talking about some highlights from the past year and some things they're excited for in year three. Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.
Want to support the podcast? Visit https://www.buymeacoffee.com/irsipodcast to buy us a coffee!2021-08-3159 minI'd Rather Stay In082: Travel Anxiety with Brandy O'NeillWhile some people love traveling, it's not something that comes easily to everyone. For some, travel anxiety is real and hard to work through. In this episode, Megan and Stephie talk to their friend Brandy O'Neill about her experiences working through her anxiety around travel to eventually make travel a big part of her life. Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.
Follow Brandy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nutmegnanny/
Want to support the podcast? Visit https://www.buymeacoffee.com/irsipodcast to buy us a coffee!2021-08-241h 07I'd Rather Stay In081: #GirlBossWhat's the deal with being a #girlboss? How has hustle culture spawned girlboss culture, and what are the cultural myths at play? Megan and Stephie are talking about these questions and more this week (but they promise not to slide into your DMs). Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.
Want to support the podcast? Visit https://www.buymeacoffee.com/irsipodcast to buy us a coffee!2021-08-171h 29I'd Rather Stay In080: Olympically Obsessed with Ade OlayinkaWe take the Olympics very seriously around here! In this episode, Megan and Stephie are joined by friend of the pod Ade Olayinka to chat about why the Olympics are great (and how we can also look at them with a critical lens). Areas of conversation include NBC's coverage of the Games, uniforms, and of course, the gem that is Tom Daley and his knitting projects. Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.
Want to support the podcast? Visit https://www.buymeacoffee.com/irsipodcast to buy us...2021-08-101h 27I'd Rather Stay In079: Burn the BrasMegan and Stephie have been wearing bras for decades now and are sick of it. This week, they're airing many of their bra grievances (though they probably have more they forgot to include). Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.
Want to support the podcast? Visit https://www.buymeacoffee.com/irsipodcast to buy us a coffee!2021-08-031h 01I'd Rather Stay In078: In Case of Emergency with Chloé DanielsMany financial experts recommend having an emergency fund in place as the first step to financial freedom, but what exactly is an emergency fund? In this episode, Megan and Stephie are joined by personal finance blogger Chloé Daniels to learn what an emergency fund is (and isn't) and how to go about setting one up. Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.
Want to support the podcast? Visit https://www.buymeacoffee.com/irsipodcast to buy us a coffee!2021-07-2748 minI'd Rather Stay In077: GratitudeDo you struggle with forced gratitude? Megan and Stephie do, too. This week, they are talking all about gratitude. When should we actually express our thanks, and when is it ok to NOT feel gratitude in a situation? Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.
Want to support the podcast? Visit https://www.buymeacoffee.com/irsipodcast to buy us a coffee!2021-07-2053 minI'd Rather Stay In076: Self Confidence with Cori StrongSelf confidence is something many of us struggle with. This week, Megan and Stephie are joined by boudoir photographer Cori Strong to talk about her journey with self confidence and how she works to inspire self confidence in the women she works with. Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.
Want to support the podcast? Visit https://www.buymeacoffee.com/irsipodcast to support us at any level you like, whenever you like.2021-07-1341 minI'd Rather Stay In075: Setting Social Media Boundaries with Jade BommaritoThe rise of social media has drastically changed what parts of our lives are public versus private. This week, Megan and Stephie are joined by Jade Bommarito to talk about how we set boundaries about what we share publicly on social media and what we keep for just our closest friends and family, especially when it comes to our kids. Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2021-06-0853 minI'd Rather Stay In074: What's Your Major?Raise your hand if you were told that you needed to go to college to have even a remote chance at getting a "good" job. In this episode, Megan and Stephie are reflecting on their own college experiences and chatting about how our society has framed college for our generation and what that means for the future. Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2021-06-011h 20I'd Rather Stay In073: Musicals: The Reprise with Caleb FinleyMegan and Stephie have some feelings about the musical Cats, and their friend Caleb Finley is here to echo their concerns. This week, the pair are joined by Caleb to unpack the weirdness that is the 2019 movie version of Cats, as well as discuss some of the upcoming 2021 movie musicals. Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2021-05-251h 09I'd Rather Stay In072: Long-Distance FriendshipsIn this week's episode, Megan and Stephie are talking all about long-distance friendships. How do you nurture and maintain a friendship from across the country (or even the globe)? Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2021-05-1800 minI'd Rather Stay In071: Teaching During COVID with Mareka GlazaAnyone with children in school is certainly familiar with the challenges the last year has brought for students and parents, but what about teachers? This week, Megan and Stephie are joined by teacher Mareka Glaza to hear how teaching during a pandemic has changed her job. Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2021-05-1158 minI'd Rather Stay In070: Being IntrovertsWondering why it has taken us 70 episodes to get around to talking specifically about what it's like to be introverts? Don't worry, we're also perplexed. In this episode, Megan and Stephie (finally) get around to chatting about being introverts and what introversion really is and means. Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2021-05-041h 10I'd Rather Stay In069: Let's Get Down to Business with Tahnee LathropRunning a small business, especially a brick-and-mortar store, always presents a certain level of challenges. In the past year, those challenges have certainly multiplied for almost all small businesses. In this episode, Megan and Stephie talk to Tahnee Lathrop, owner of @retrofitculture, to learn about how she has pivoted the business in the last year and all of the ups and downs that have come with that. Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2021-04-271h 08I'd Rather Stay In068: Ask Us Anything, Part 2It's the episode no one asked for but we're giving to you anyway! This week, Megan and Stephie are back with another AMA. Buckle up, it's about to be a weird ride. Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2021-04-201h 11I'd Rather Stay In067: Crime, True Crime with Bethany ModosWhy do white women love true crime so much? In this episode, Megan and Stephie are joined by their friend (and true crime lover) Bethany to chat about the draw of the true crime genre. Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2021-04-1355 minI'd Rather Stay In066: Let's Go to Costco!Megan and Stephie love Costco and don't care who knows it. This week they share why they love the store and give you the insider's scoop on some of their favorite things to pick up when they make a Costco run. Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2021-04-061h 18I'd Rather Stay In065: Typography with Susannah Brinkley HenryWe've all encountered bad font choices, whether in print, on the web, or on a sign or item at the store. But what actually makes typography so important to design? This week, Megan and Stephie are joined again by graphic designer Susannah Brinkley Henry to discuss the value of good font choices, the importance of accessibility and diversity in design, and more. Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2021-03-301h 00I'd Rather Stay In064: BurnoutBurnout is a topic on many people's minds these days. In this episode, Megan and Stephie dive in to discuss what it is (and what it isn't) and how they cope. Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2021-03-2350 minI'd Rather Stay In063: No Soggy BottomsNo soggy bottoms here! This week, Megan and Stephie are hoping for a scrummy bake as they chat about their favorite cooking shows. Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2021-03-1659 minI'd Rather Stay InMinisode 004: No One is OKA year later and here we all still are – in lockdown. And if we're honest, by now no one is really ok. In this latest quarantine update minisode, Megan and Stephie reflect on things they've missed from this last year and consider some of the things we hope do continue after things go back to "normal." Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2021-03-0947 minI'd Rather Stay In062: Divorce with Megan Pablo-CowieThe reality is that not all marriages last forever. With the rates of divorce, it is surprising that there is still a stigma around marriages ending, and yet there is. In this episode, Megan and Stephie talk to their friend Megan Pablo-Cowie about this stigma and how it affected her after her first marriage ended. Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2021-03-0239 minI'd Rather Stay In061: Saying "I'm Sorry"We have a problem with apologizing. While some of us apologize too much, we also often forget how to craft a genuine apology when one is needed. This week, Megan and Stephie are talking all about the art of apologizing: how to avoid apologizing too much and how to apologize better when it's called for. Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2021-02-2355 minI'd Rather Stay In060: Changing Careers with Kathleen CurtoGone are the days where workers are expected to stay with the same company and in the same career for decades on end. But in a society that encourages career changes, what exactly does that look like? In this episode, Megan and Stephie chat with teacher-turned-photographer Kathleen Curto (@kathleencurto) about her experience changing careers and get some advice on battling imposter syndrome. Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2021-02-161h 07I'd Rather Stay In059: Getting InkedThis week, Megan and Stephie are talking all about tattoos. What do you need to know before you get your first? How do you decide which artist to go to? What is Stephie's philosophy on tattoos as she ages? Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2021-02-0958 minI'd Rather Stay In058: Purity Culture with Annaleece FairbanksWhat effect does purity culture have on young women? In this episode, Megan and Stephie talk to Annaleece Fairbanks (@annaleece.fairbanks) about this exact topic. They each share their experiences with purity culture and discuss how it has affected them throughout their lives. Please note that this episode contains conversations about sexual assault. Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2021-02-0251 minI'd Rather Stay In057: A Tale of Two BookwormsIn this week's episode, Megan and Stephie are dishing on all of their favorite books and sharing some of their favorite (and least favorite) book-to-movie adaptations. Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2021-01-261h 15I'd Rather Stay In056: The Dangers of Diet Culture with Brandy O'NeillThis week, Megan and Stephie are joined by their friend and return guest Brandy O'Neill (@nutmegnanny) to talk about diet culture, fatphobia, the wellness industry, and the privilege that fuels it all. Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2021-01-1959 minI'd Rather Stay In055: MinimalismIn this first episode of the year, Megan and Stephie are talking about one of the hottest trends: Minimalism. Living intentionally is great, but what happens when that comes with a certain aesthetic? Can anyone really live by the influencer version of minimalism, or does it take a certain amount of privilege to do? Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2021-01-121h 07I'd Rather Stay In054: A Five Tree Christmas Crossover with Ade OlayinkaMegan and Stephie are joined yet again by their friend Ade Olayinka, but this time in a very special crossover episode with Ade's podcast Five Tree Christmas (@fivetreechristmas). They chat all things holiday movies – why they're so wonderful, why they don't mind all the cheesy stuff, and what are their favorite and least favorite things to see in these movies. Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2020-11-241h 03I'd Rather Stay In053: Why Shopping Small MattersMegan and Stephie have often encouraged listeners to shop small, but why does shopping small actually matter? This week, Megan is telling us why in the context of supply chains and local economies, and both ladies share some of their favorite places to shop small for the holidays. Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2020-11-171h 03I'd Rather Stay In052: Mental Health Stigma with Alex RothThis week, Megan and Stephie are joined by their friend Alex Roth as they discuss mental health stigma. Mental health and mental illness has been so stigmatized for so long – how does this affect people who struggle? Do we think society is opening up to these tough topics? Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2020-11-1043 minI'd Rather Stay In051: Birth ControlIn another timely episode, this week Megan and Stephie are diving deep into the topic of birth control. They're uncovering the history, why birth control is important, and pinning more than a few things on the patriarchy. Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2020-11-031h 05I'd Rather Stay In050: Color Theory with Susannah Brinkley HenryWho doesn't love a world full of color?? In this episode, Megan and Stephie sit down with friend of the pod and graphic designer Susannah Brinkley Henry (@feastandwest) to chat all about color theory. Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2020-10-271h 03I'd Rather Stay In049: How Do We Cope?Because the world seems to continue to be a stressful place, it seemed only fitting for Megan and Stephie to chat about coping mechanisms this week. What is the difference between adaptive and maladaptive coping mechanisms? Are all coping mechanisms helpful for all people? Digressions include Megan ranting about the show Emily in Paris and Stephie venting about how pandemic life is giving her more social anxiety than usual. Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2020-10-201h 01I'd Rather Stay In048: HalloweenieThis week, Megan and Stephie are giving you all of their unsolicited opinions on Halloween. Find out why Stephie has never been trick-or-treating and what beloved Halloween movie Megan just doesn't love that much. Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2020-10-1356 minI'd Rather Stay In047: Women Supporting WomenWe hear the phrase "women supporting women" a lot, but what does it really mean? What does it NOT mean? Megan and Stephie spend this week's episode discussing this very topic, only slightly derailed by conversations of life-size knit Thanos dolls and Megan's farmers' market adventures. Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2020-10-061h 14I'd Rather Stay In046: Healthcare During Covid with Erin HowesThis week, Megan and Stephie are joined by returning guest, friend of the pod, and public health professional, Erin Howes, to get an update on the state of healthcare during Covid. What are the appointments we should be making? What can we skip? How can we make sure our providers are being as safe as possible? Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2020-09-2945 minI'd Rather Stay In045: Get Out the Vote!Megan and Stephie are passionate and opinionated about a lot of things (as evidenced in nearly every episode of this podcast), but they are both particularly passionate about everyone doing their civic duty and voting. This week, the pair is unpacking why it's important to vote in everything from local elections up to national elections, sharing some startling statistics about just how few people in the U.S. vote, and reminding everyone to check on how to register to vote, vote by mail, and/or vote early in their state. Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast...2020-09-2253 minI'd Rather Stay In044: Investing 101 with Chloé DanielsRemember how Megan and Stephie know investing is important but don't really know much about it? This week they're making good on their promise to bring in someone who does know about it to chat all about the basics of investing. They're joined by Chloé Daniels (@clo_bare), finance blogger and financial coach, to learn about everything from the basics of retirement accounts to what the heck an index fund is. Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2020-09-151h 14I'd Rather Stay In043: Cheers to Us!Happy Anniversary! This week marks the one year anniversary of I'd Rather Stay In, so Megan and Stephie are celebrating with a recap of where the last year has taken them, what they've learned from one year of podcasting, and where they hope the podcast goes in its second year. Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2020-09-0851 minI'd Rather Stay In042: Home Sweet HomeThis week, Megan and Stephie are honoring a big move for Megan's family by talking all about the processing of buying a house! From the paperwork to the inspections and some of their own personal dos and don'ts, they chat about their own home buying experiences and why they love their homes. Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2020-09-011h 12I'd Rather Stay InMinisode 003: Everything is FineIn this minisode, Megan and Stephie give some quarantine life updates and end up on a few rabbit trails, including the weirdness of Etsy and how our kids will remember the time before and after the pandemic. Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2020-08-2541 minI'd Rather Stay In041: The Life You Want with Dani FaustLife coaching is a bit of a buzzword, but what does it mean? In this episode, Megan and Stephie sit down with Dani Faust (@thedanifaust), intuitive life coach and metaphysical practioner, to talk about what life coahing really is. How can it help you get from point A to B on the path to the life you want to lead? Plus, find out how Dani discovered her intuitive abilities and how manifesting plays a big role in her business. Grab the transcript for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2020-08-1836 minI'd Rather Stay In040: Making Good FencesThis week, Megan and Stephie are discussing boundaries. Why are they important? Why can it be hard for us to set boundaries, especially as introverts? What are some ways we can set healthy boundaries that allow us to love the people around us better? Grab the show notes for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2020-08-111h 04I'd Rather Stay In039: What's Your Number? with Andrea CostonIn this episode, Megan and Stephie are joined by Andrea Coston (@andie.ink) to chat for a second time about the Enneagram. Between several rabbit trails (including how Andie met her husband and what plant we think goes with various enneagram numbers), the trio discuss how the enneagram effects relationships, parenting, and more. Grab the show notes for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com2020-08-0454 minI'd Rather Stay In038: "What's for Dinner?"Is meal planning your friend or foe? In this episode, Megan and Stephie chat about how they do (and do not) meal plan and give tips for making meal planning easier and more approachable. Grab the show notes for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2020-07-281h 12I'd Rather Stay In037: Namaste with Farryn PearsonWhy do we enjoy doing yoga? In this episode, Megan and Stephie explore this question with their coworker and yoga instructor Farryn Pearson. From exploring why breathing is important in yoga to how we can use mantras with our yoga practice, they're covering it all. Grab the show notes for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2020-07-2138 minI'd Rather Stay In036: The Best of the Small ScreenThis week, Megan and Stephie are talking ad nauseam about TV shows. What shows are they watching right now? What are the shows they can rewatch indefinitely? Which amazing shows had the worst endings that they both still have feelings about? Grab the show notes for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2020-07-141h 14I'd Rather Stay In035: Animal Rescue with Stephanie HochbergerWhat does it take to run an animal rescue? What are somethings you should consider when adopting a pet? Why are our furry friends so darn cute? This week, Megan and Stephie talk to their friend Stephanie Hochberger of Shih Tzu Rescue (shihtzurescue.org) about all of this and more as they dive deep into the topic of animal rescue, especially in the time of COVID. Grab the show notes for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2020-07-0749 minI'd Rather Stay In034: First Comes Love, Then Comes MarriageIn honor of Megan's 15th wedding anniversary, this week Megan and Stephie are talking all about that blessed arrangement, that dream within a dream: marriage. Get their tips for how they keep their marriages strong and what their husbands do that drive them a little bonkers. Grab the show notes for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2020-06-301h 12I'd Rather Stay In033: Skincare Myths with Ade OlayinkaThis week Megan and Stephie are welcoming back one of their most popular guests, Ade Olayinka (@adethinks), to circle back on the topic of skincare! This time, they're chatting about skincare myths and uncovering the truth behind if expensive products are better, if "clean" products are automatically safer, and if all retinols are the same. Grab the show notes for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2020-06-2358 minI'd Rather Stay In032: Battling the Clutter BugThis week, Megan and Stephie are chatting about organizing and decluttering. Find out who is better at organizing, what Stephie took away from Tidying Up, what Megan's favorite organizing tool is, and more. Grab the show notes for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2020-06-161h 14I'd Rather Stay In031: Make All the Things with Lindsay PontaIn this episode, Megan and Stephie are joined by their friend Lindsay Ponta from Shrimp Salad Circus (@shrimpsaladcircus) to talk all about their love of crafting. From where to start with learning a new craft to how to be more eco-friendly when crafting to why Lindsay wears the same pair of beaded shoes to every conference, they're discussing it all. Grab the show notes for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2020-06-091h 07I'd Rather Stay In030: How Does Your Garden Grow?As the weather warms up, Megan and Stephie are getting out of their houses and into their gardens! This week, they're chatting about what they're growing, some of their favorite gardening resources, and Megan's dream of growing her own loofahs. Grab the show notes for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2020-05-261h 21I'd Rather Stay In029: Infertile AFIn this special National Infertility Awareness Week episode, Megan and Stephie talk about their different struggles with infertility, discuss how COVID has affected fertility treatments, offer advice for anyone experiencing infertility themselves, and give some words of wisdom to family and friends on how to support their loved ones through an infertility journey. Grab the show notes for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2020-04-211h 02I'd Rather Stay InMinisode 02: What the Fork?In this minisode, Megan and Stephie share their quarantine thoughts. What have they been doing to keep busy? How have they been handling their emotions though all of this? Connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2020-04-1433 minI'd Rather Stay In028: Dirty HippiesMegan and Stephie are low-key hippies in a modern world. In this episode, they chat about their desire to cut down on single-use plastics, their favorite crunchy body care products, why cloth diapering is actually kind of great, and so much more. Grab the show notes for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2020-03-311h 30I'd Rather Stay In027: The Adoption JourneyIn this episode, Stephie talks to Megan about the adoption process, outlining her and her husband's journey to their daughter, why they feel so passionate about open adoption, how you can better educate yourself on adoption, and busting some common adoption myths and misconceptions. Grab the show notes for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2020-03-2454 minI'd Rather Stay In026: Kids These Days with Reese MyersThis week, Megan and Stephie are diving into the weird world of teenagers as they interview Megan's oldest son, Reese. Find out why Stephie still doesn't understand what a VSCO girl is, why TikTok is so huge, and what kids really think about standardized testing. Grab the show notes for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2020-03-1751 minI'd Rather Stay In025: Catching Some ZZZsWhat is the one thing Megan and Stephie love as much as food and even more than the enneagram? Sleep! This week, they about why they love sleep so much and share some of their favorite things that help them sleep better. Grab the show notes for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2020-03-1049 minI'd Rather Stay In023: The Reason is FriendsWhy are friendships important? How do we make friends as adults? What are some activities we can do to keep the magic alive with our friends? In this episode, Megan and Stephie explore all of these questions and more as they talk all about friends. Grab the show notes for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2020-02-251h 07I'd Rather Stay In022: Getting Social with Kelsey Vander Vliet RanyardThis week, Megan is interviewing Kelsey Vander Vliet Ranyard (@fromanothamotha) about the good, the bad and the ugly of social media. Kelsey shares some of the hard parts of being a passionate advocate on social media, as well as some of the good things she has been able to do because of social media. Grab the show notes for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2020-02-1855 minI'd Rather Stay In021: The Pod that Lived Part 2 with Kathleen CurtoThis week, Megan and Stephie are hopping on their brooms to continue on their journey of the world of Harry Potter with friend and fellow Potterhead Kathleen Curto (@kathleencurto). In part two of this two-part episode, the ladies chat about the good and the bad of the movies and nerd out over a recent viewing of The Cursed Child. Grab the show notes for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2020-02-111h 08I'd Rather Stay In020: The Pod That Lived with Kathleen CurtoThis week, Megan and Stephie are tapping on the bricks behind The Leaky Cauldron and entering into the magical world of Harry Potter with friend and fellow Potterhead Kathleen Curto (@kathleencurto). In part one of this two-part episode, the ladies chat about how they become obsessed with the series, debate if Snape did more good for Harry than Dumbledore did, and throw some serious shade at Ron. Grab the show notes for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2020-02-0458 minI'd Rather Stay In019: You Better (Net)WorkDoes the idea of networking make your palms sweat? Megan and Stephie can totally relate. That's why this week they're talking about how they network as introverts, why listening is the most important networking skill, and why you should never underestimate the power of seemingly small connections. Grab the show notes for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2020-01-2848 minI'd Rather Stay In018: The Separation Between Church & Faith with Caleb FinleyThis week, Megan and Stephie are getting serious as they invite guest Caleb Finley (@caleb_finley) to share his experiences of growing up queer in the church. Covering everything from how and when he knew he was different to his biggest piece of advice, this episode is for anyone who wonders what it is like to grow up different inside the church. Grab the show notes for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2020-01-211h 09I'd Rather Stay In017: Ask Us AnythingWhat made us want to start a podcast? What the heck do we do for a living? If we could live anywhere in the world, where would we live? Megan and Stephie answer these questions and more in IRSI's first AMA. Grab the show notes for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2020-01-141h 11I'd Rather Stay In016: You Grow, Girl! with Brandy O'NeillIn this first episode of 2020, Megan and Stephie are joined by their friend Brandy O'Neill (@nutmegnanny) to learn everything they need to know about being plant ladies. Find out how having plants can help you keep tabs on your mental health, which plants are good options for houseplant newbies, and some of Brandy's best tips for plant care. Grab the show notes for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2020-01-0749 minI'd Rather Stay In015: All About That Money, HoneyThis week, Megan is sharing her experiences of budgeting and getting out of debt as Megan and Stephie prepare for the new year by talking all things money. Find out how Megan and her husband paid off $100K of debt, what her favorite budgeting apps and tools are, and even some tips for budgeting when it comes to food. Grab the show notes for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2019-12-171h 09I'd Rather Stay In014: Have Yourself a Cheesy Little ChristmasHow many cheesy holiday movies have you watched this season? Megan and Stephie have watched far too many and are talking all about their favorites this week. Join them as they dish about the glitz, the glamour and the cheese of the campiest Christmas movies around. Grab the show notes for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2019-12-1059 minI'd Rather Stay In013: Thanks, I Hate It'Tis the season for gift giving! This week, Megan and Stephie talk about the fine art of gift giving. What are some of the best gifts they've ever given and received? What do they do when they get a gift they just don't like? How does Megan handle buying presents for her kids? Grab the show notes for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2019-12-0344 minI'd Rather Stay In012: Holiday TraditionsWith the holidays just around the corner, Megan and Stephie are reliving some of their favorite childhood memories and sharing their favorite current holiday traditions! Find out when they think it's acceptable to start decorating for Christmas, which side dishes get a special place at the Thanksgiving table, why Megan redecorates the Christmas tree after her kids leave the room, and more. Grab the show notes for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2019-11-2657 minI'd Rather Stay In011: We Are What We EatIn this episode, Megan and Stephie take a bite out of one of their all-time favorite topics: Food! They chat about how they grew up eating, what their relationships with food look like now, and why food seems so complicated these days. Grab the show notes for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2019-11-191h 20I'd Rather Stay In010: 525,600 Theatre References with Jenny GuyThis week, Megan and Stephie are joined by their friend and theatre guru Jenny Guy to talk all things musical theatre. They cover why theatre is such a valuable outlet for so many people, why they love musicals in particular, ponder the atrocities that are live TV musicals, and share some of their favorite shows. Grab the show notes for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2019-11-121h 03I'd Rather Stay In009: Thanks, It has Pockets with Kim MonaghanWhat is the deal with women's clothing sizes? And why has it taken so long to give women functional pockets? Megan and Stephie tackle these questions and much more as they chat with Kim Monaghan of The Wardrobe Refinery (@thewardroberefinery) about women's fashion. Kim even gives us some of her best thrifting tips! Grab the show notes for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2019-11-0548 minI'd Rather Stay In008: Gorgeous, HoneyIn this week's episode, Megan and Stephie share their love for Queer Eye, why they think JVN's new book is an important read for just about anyone, and why others think the show is important and life-changing. Grab the show notes for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2019-10-2943 minI'd Rather Stay In007: Planning for SuccessIn today's digital world, why would anyone use a paper day planner? Megan and Stephie will answer that exact question in this episode, along with sharing details on how they use their own day planners, which ones are their favorite, how Megan is a contrarian and why Stephie is a pretentious nerd. Grab the show notes for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2019-10-2243 minI'd Rather Stay In006: Work-Life BalanceStriking the balance between work and "real" life can be a monumental challenge in our always-on society. In this week's episode, Megan and Stephie share some stats on how overwork is actually costing employers more, chat about how they aim for a better work-life balance for themselves, and assign each other some homework for being even better about this. Grab the show notes for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2019-10-1547 minI'd Rather Stay In005: The PumpkiningWhy are we all so obsessed with pumpkin? Can we blame Pinterest? Megan and Stephie dive into those very questions this week, exploring why Megan loves pumpkin and why Stephie is kind of on the fence about it. Grab the show notes for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2019-10-0843 minI'd Rather Stay InEpisode 004: Getting Under Our Skin with Ade OlayinkaThis week, Megan and Stephie talk to Ade Olayinka (@adethinks), a self-proclaimed "ex-PhD student" who has channeled her love of research into the topic of skincare. Find out why you should always, always wear SPF, who you can follow on YouTube for the best skincare tips, and why we might be going to the bad place for using makeup remover wipes. Grab the show notes for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2019-10-0158 minI'd Rather Stay InEpisode 003: Scratching the Surface of AnxietyIn this episode, Megan and Stephie dive into a topic they know all too well: anxiety. They discuss how and when they discovered that their anxiety was beyond the norm, what triggers anxiety for each of them, and how they manage it. Grab the show notes for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2019-09-2446 minI'd Rather Stay InEpisode 002: In The Good PlaceWelcome! Everything is...awesome. This week, Megan and Stephie expound the virtues of one of their favorite TV shows, The Good Place. Can philosophy really be covered well in a half-hour comedy? Find out what they think, as well as which characters they identify most with and more. Grab the show notes for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2019-09-1731 minI'd Rather Stay InEpisode 001: The EnneagramThe enneagram has taken over the internet and social media, but what exactly is it? How do you figure out your type? What do you do with that information once you have it? In this episode, Megan and Stephie discuss why they love the enneagram, share their own types, and highlight some of their favorite enneagram accounts. Grab the show notes for this and other episodes at idratherstayinpodcast.com and connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2019-09-1031 minI'd Rather Stay InMinisode 001: Hello!In this mini episode, meet your hosts, Megan Myers and Stephie Predmore, and find out what you can expect from I'd Rather Stay In from week to week. Connect with us @irsipodcast or idratherstayinpodcast@gmail.com.2019-09-0608 min