Doing the Most with Scarlet and Mitchell

#24: Doing the Most About Food, Stuff, and Trying to Do Less

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In Episode 24 of Doing the Most, Mitchell and Scarlet settle in for a long, winding, very familiar conversation about clutter, Costco misadventures, food opinions that spark debate, and the constant tension between wanting a simpler life while continuing to do… the most.

This episode blends everyday chaos, thoughtful reflections, and plenty of restaurant talk, with moments that feel funny, honest, and quietly introspective.

Episode Highlights
  • Welcoming new listeners and explaining what Doing the Most actually is (and isn’t)
  • Two nurses, too many cats, too much stuff, and ongoing efforts to scale back
  • The difference between doing the most and aspiring to do the least
  • Why every podcast episode feels like controlled chaos
    • Decluttering, Cars, and Good Intentions
    • Decluttering plans that start strong and stall in the garage
    • Boxes destined for Goodwill that live in cars for months (or years)
    • Old iMacs, recycling dreams, and why follow-through is hard
    • A pickup truck full of junk and jokes about drastic solutions
    • The reality of owning older, well-worn cars
    • New car fantasies vs. appreciating functional, paid-off vehicles
      • Costco Adventures & Parenting Reality
      • A “quick” Costco trip that turns into an event
      • Lunch dates at Costco and navigating a confusing food court layout
      • Parenting a four-year-old with sudden bathroom emergencies
      • The universal experience of asking “do you need to go potty?” one too many times
        • The Cheesecake Factory Debate
        • Why the menu feels overwhelming rather than impressive
        • Turkey burgers, skinny menu items, and unmet expectations
        • Avocado egg rolls that sound better than they taste
        • Drinks that disappoint and food that lands at about 80%
        • Has the restaurant changed, or have our tastes evolved?
        • A dream cheesecake concept focused almost entirely on graham cracker crust
          • Restaurants That Actually Delivered
          • Ox (Portland)
            • Bone marrow clam chowder
            • Perfectly cooked skirt steak
            • Thoughtful portions and a memorable dining experience
            • Khao Moo Ding
              • Curry noodles with crispy pork belly
              • Why ordering the house favorite usually matters
              • Hong Phat Market (82nd Ave)
                • $5 bánh mìs with a free drink
                • Fresh, crunchy, satisfying Vietnamese street food
                • A perfect low-cost lunch date
                  • Nourishment, Food, and How It Feels
                  • Feeling nourished instead of bloated
                  • Why Asian cuisine has been especially appealing lately
                  • Soups, broths, ginger, turmeric, and bone marrow
                  • Cooking as care and comfort
                  • Homemade pho nights and shortcut wins
                    • Drinks, Caffeine, and Small Experiments
                    • Thai iced tea experiments and dialing in the right strength
                    • Condensed milk vs. evaporated milk confusion
                    • Cutting back on caffeine and noticing energy shifts
                    • Letting go of habits that no longer serve
                      • Meaning, Time, and Intentional Living
                      • Wanting more time and feeling like there’s never enough
                      • Creativity through cooking, reading, and small rituals
                      • Walking, meditation, and being present outdoors
                      • Accepting that peace often exists only in the moment
                      • Letting meaningful moments be enough without forcing permanence
                        • Closing Reflections

                        Episode 24 is a classic Doing the Most installment: food-heavy, slightly chaotic, deeply relatable, and quietly reflective. It’s about noticing patterns, questioning habits, laughing at everyday struggles, and continuing to search for a life that feels a little lighter.

                        Thanks for listening, and as always, we’ll see you next time—still doing the most.

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                        Doing the Most with Scarlet and MitchellBy Mitchell Milliron