Around the Table Podcast

Around the Table Podcast

By Jacey Verdicchio and Maggie McDarisSociety & CulturePersonal Journals
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Around the Table Podcast episodes

  • Let's Catch Up!

     What you'll hear:

    • About Jacey's newest creative project

    • About Maggie's new job

    • All about Maggie's engagement, wedding plans, and …moon plans

    • What we've been reading, watching, listening to and following

    Linkstravaganza…

    • In a Word newsletter

    • Retreat Center that Jacey visited

    Recipes

    • Instant Pot chicken curry

    • Whole wheat butternut squash and kale lasagna

    • Salted butter and chocolate chunk shortbread

    • Red pepper fettuccine with shrimp

    Clothing

    • Reformation underwear line

    • Jacey's bathing suit (out of stock)

    • Jacey's mules (in vintage canvas)

    Beauty and Skincare

    • ZO skincare

    • Biossance Eye Cream

    • Oh K Mask

    • Hanacure Mask

    • Acure Under Eye Hydrogel Mask

    • Anastasia of Hollywood brow pencil

    • Science Sunforgettable loose mineral sunscreen

    • Andalou Naturals 1000 Roses Daily Shade Facial Lotion SPF 18

    • Tarte BB Cream

    • Burts Bees tinted lip balm in rose

    Read

    • Health at Every Size

    • Intuitive Eating

    • The Bible Tells Me So

    • Jesus Feminist

    • God and the Gay Christian

    • Good Christian Sex

    • Pure

    • Pachinko

    • You Think It, I'll Say It

    • The Great Alone

    Watch

    • To All the Boys I've Loved Before

    • Set It Up

    • Stand up: Ali Wong, Iliza Schlesinger, John Mulaney

    • Marvelous Mrs. Maisel

    • The Americans

    • Barry

    Listen

    • The Life After podcast

    • The Liturgists podcast

    • Pantsuit Politics

    • Everything is Alive

    • Start Up (season on church planting)

    • Women's Work

    • Music: Kacey Musgraves, Ben Rector, Johnny Swim and Need to Breathe, Johnny Swim and Penny and Sparrow

    Follow

    • MarciEvansRD

    • immaeatthat

    • thereallife_rd

    • Mary Orton

    • Emily Henderson

    • Glennon Doyle

    • Aaptiv workout app

    Thoughts, questions, comments?

    • Find Around the Table on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter, or leave a comment below.

    • Maggie on Instagram, Twitter, and her blog

    • Jacey on Instagram, Twitter and her website

    1 hr 31 min
  • The reunion episode

    If the Gilmore Girls can do it, so can we! In this episode, we catch up on what's been going on in the six months since the show ended...specifically with the things we've launched into the world: a business, and a baby! Plus, we'll be sharing some fall favorites, and what we've been reading, watching, listening to and following lately.

    What you'll hear:

    • Betsy's birth story
    • The hardest and most surprising parts about Maggie's new business
    • The hardest and most surprising parts of motherhood for Jacey
    • Our favorite fall recipes and fashion trends
    • What we've been reading, watching, listening to and following

    Links:

    • The Genius Blogger's Toolkit (available 10/2 - 10/9/17 only!)
    • The Nourish Podcast (check out the On Being series!)
    • Kale Barley Salad
    • Curry-Spiced Sweet Potato and Wild Rice Burgers
    • nellie taft joggers
    • Lancer runner 
    • Bittermilk No. 1
    • At Home in the World by Tsh Oxenreider
    • The Almost Sisters by Joshilyn Jackson
    • Lion
    • The Big Sick
    • Call the Midwife
    • The Lone Bellow's Walk Into a Storm
    • Pantsuit Politics
    • The Daily
    • @nicetrydad
    • Nourish podcast's website and Instagram
    1 hr 16 min
  • Introducing: Nourish

    Introducing the Nourish Podcast! In this short clip, Maggie shares a little bit about herself and what you can expect from the Nourish Podcast.

    4 min
  • That's a wrap

    Hi friends, As many of you already know, this is our last official episode of the Around the Table podcast. In this episode, we share more about what's behind the decision to close the podcast, and open up about our favorite and least favorite moments of the past three years of doing the show. We also share what's next for each of us.

    You'll hear that there's no juicy drama or Big Spiritual Reason behind our decision to end the podcast; we've simply made the show we wanted to make for nearly three years, and it's time to move on. Knowing when to quit is never easy, but we feel peaceful and assured about the timing.

    Please do continue to follow us on social media or subscribe to our newsletter as one of our favorite things about Around the Table has always been YOU, the wonderful people it allows us to connect with.   We can't thank you enough for your support -- know that we're forever grateful for you.   Intention + Indulgence (and hugs), Jacey and Maggie

    43 min
  • I'll do it tomorrow

    This week we're discussing an all too familiar topic: procrastination. Why do we put off what we could do today? Plus, we'll be sharing what we've been reading, watching, listening to and following.

    Are you subscribed to Around the Table Weekly? It's our weekly love letter, and subscribers are privy to information before everyone else. We have a BIG announcement coming, so make sure you're signed up! 

    What you'll hear:

    • The pros and cons procrastination
    • Why we never pulled all nighters
    • The emotional reasons we procrastinate (and how to deal with them)
    • Practical ways to procrastinate less

    Quotes:

    • "When you're in a time crunch, it increases your efficiency." Maggie
    • "I procrastinate on things that matter to me a great deal, or don't matter to me at all." Jacey
    • "The fear of making something bad puts me in a situation where I'm going to make something bad." Maggie
    • "There's a procrastination sweet spot that's just the right amount of pressure, like a perfect massage!" Jacey
    • "Forgive your present self and think of your future self." Maggie
    • "Do the thing you're dreading most first thing." Jacey

    Links:

    • How procrastination affects each personality type
    • How to defeat procrastination based on your personality type
    • The real reasons your procrastinate -- and how to stop
    • Perfect Little World
    • A Gentleman in Moscow
    • Iliza Shlesinger
    • Thank God for jokes
    • Reese Witherspoon on Instagram
    • Paper Crown on Instagram
    • Magali Pascal on Instagram
    • The 100 day project
    • Housefires III
    • Kingdom Come (also on Spotify)
    49 min
  • Between a rock and a hard place

    This week we are asking ourselves how we decide between the proverbial rock and a hard place.  We are also playing a friendly game of would you rather. 

    If you love joining us around the table, connect with us on Instagram! It is one of our favorite ways to connect and engage with you guys, and if it weren't for Instagram, we couldn't have had so much fun on this week's episode! 

    What you'll hear:

    • Whether we buy into lose-lose scenarios 
    • What is the best way to choose between said rock and hard place
    • Questions to ask ourselves when making difficult decisions
    • A delightful game of would your rather

    Can I quote you on that?

    • "Even good decisions have collateral damage." Maggie
    • "When, from the get-go, you know there is going to be no good option, making a quick decision is often better than making a long, drawn-out decision." Maggie
    • "It can be easy to just do what will seemingly solve the problem right now or will be less painful but might not actually be the best." Jacey

    Links:

    • How to make impossible decisions

    Thoughts, questions, comments?

    • Find Around the Table on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter, or leave a comment below.
    • Maggie on Instagram and Twitter.
    • Jacey on Instagram, Twitter and her blog
    53 min
  • Listen up

    In this episode, we're perking up our ears and discussing what it means to listen well. Then we'll share what we've been reading, watching, listening to and following.

    If you love joining us around the table, you'll love having us in your inbox. We always share important news and personal updates in our newsletter before it hits the airwaves. Join the party!

    What you'll hear:

    • News from Maggie
    • What makes a good listener
    • Whether it's possible to listen well when you disagree with what you're hearing
    • Strategies for listening when you're bored, distracted or angry

    Can I quote you on that?

    • "A conversation is an exchange where you can be giving or you can be taking." Jacey
    • "One thing that makes a good listener is paying attention to detail." Jacey
    • "Any discussion where your goal is to be heard isn't going to be a good one." Maggie
    • "The goal has to be listen first, make a point second." Maggie
    • "Part of being a good listener is giving yourself time to process the information you heard so that you're not reacting." Maggie
    • "Attention is at an all time premium because we have so many distractions. Making space to hear someone is a gift of increasing value." Jacey

    Links:

    • "What Great Listeners Actually Do" 
    • Story Corps
    • Prep Dish
    • Perfect Little World
    • Edge of Seventeen
    • Blackish
    • James Arthur – "Say You Won't Let Go"
    • Gavin James
    • Beauty and the Beast soundtrack
    • Fat Mascara
    • Mom Life podcast
    • @alphafoodie
    • @jasmineraecakes
    • Lucie's List

    Some links are affiliates. Thanks for supporting our show!

    51 min
  • Seeing green

    This week, we are pulling out our wallets and addressing the sometimes-awkward conversations surrounding money.

    What you'll hear:

    • Why it is so hard to talk about money
    • Our thoughts on the right and wrong ways to talk about finances
    • A discussion of the stigmas attached to saving and splurges
    • Some of our best and worst purchases

    Can I quote you on that:

    • "Yes, I do think it's important to have honest, open, and healthy conversations about money." Maggie
    • "In cases when you are co-mingling your money with someone, you have to be very direct." Jacey
    • "We need to separate our own value from the value of the things that we purchase." Maggie
    • "For our demographic, it's more acceptable to flaunt means that have to do with experiences than products." Jacey

    Links:

    • This episode is brought to you by Prep Dish, the company that helps you shop once, prep once, and enjoy healthy, stress-free meals all week! Start your free two week trial today.

    Thoughts, questions, comments?

    • Find Around the Table on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter, or leave a comment below.
    • Maggie on Instagram and Twitter.
    • Jacey on Instagram, Twitter and her blog
    49 min
  • Spring in our step!

    This week, we're talking all things spring. Then we'll share some ways to freshen up the rhythms of the day to day.

    We're honored when you invite friends to join us around the table! Want to start the conversation organically? We have (a few) of our "So I was listening to this podcast" totes left! Head here to grab yours. 

    What you'll hear:

    • Our go-to favorite spring outfits, weeknight dinners, cocktails, pies and more!
    • What music, shows and movies we're looking forward to this spring
    • How to creatively use seasonal produce
    • Ideas for freshening up your skincare, grocery, and exercise routines!

    Can I quote you on that?

    • "There's something emotionally that happens when I take care of my skin." Maggie
    • "If you haven't had roasted radishes…you haven't lived." Maggie
    • "Pick something you want to focus on more in your real life, and then challenge yourself to have that be the thing you share on social media." Jacey, on freshening up your social media routine
    • "Just add heavy cream." Jacey, on freshening  up your morning coffee...or anything really.

    Links:

    • This episode is brought to you by Prep Dish, the company that helps you shop once, prep once, and enjoy healthy, stress-free meals all week! Start your free two week trial today.
    • Charlotte Tilbury Pillowtalk lipstick
    • Mac Velvet Teddy lipstick
    • Charleston candle
    • Blackened fish tacos with pineapple cucumber slaw (I made these this weekend and can vouch for the recipe!)
    • 5 ingredient lemon chicken with asparagus
    • Brown Derby cocktail
    • Pimm's Cup
    • Brain.fm
    • Brooks 'Fiona' sports bra
    • Cold Brew Iced Coffee Maker
    • Face Mask pamper pack
    • Or for a fancier mask, try Glossier's. (Take 20% off with this link.)

    Thoughts, questions, comments?

    • Find Around the Table on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter, or leave a comment below.
    • Maggie on Instagram, Twitter, and her blog
    • Jacey on Instagram, Twitter and her blog

    Some links are affiliates. Thanks for supporting our show!

    51 min
  • Taking efficiency too far

    In this episode, we discuss when efficiency goes too far. Plus, Maggie will weigh in on drinking vinegar, and other current nutrition trends. 

    Remember those adorable totes we gave Patreon supporters last year! We have (a few) on sale! Head here to grab yours. 

    What you'll hear:

    • How we've personally seen our quality of life suffer from having an efficiency driven mindset
    • The problem with compartmentalization of work and play
    • What we might be missing in the midst of all this productivity
    • Maggie's dietetic opinion on drinking vinegar, zoodles, golden milk, and other current nutrition trends.

    Can I quote you on that?

    • "Why can't we say, 'we're gonna get less done, and that's okay'?" Jacey
    • "Where we go wrong with efficiency is placing it as the highest value." Maggie
    • "You're not a machine. You're human, and may we never lose touch with our humanity." Jacey
    • "In the stark compartmentalization of work and play, we lose the opportunity to find joy in the work and joy in the process of getting things done." Maggie
    • "There's not a shortcut for everything. There's not a life hack for staying in love with someone, or forgiveness or vulnerability." Jacey

    Links:

    • This episode is brought to you by Prep Dish, the company that helps you shop once, prep once, and enjoy healthy, stress-free meals all week! Start your free two week trial today.
    • "The cost of convenience" episode
    • "The myth of quality time" episode
    • Anti inflammatory turmeric smoothie
    • The End of Food {The New Yorker}
    • Soylent is Healthier Than The Average North American Diet {The Atlantic}

    Thoughts, questions, comments?

    • Find Around the Table on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter, or leave a comment below.
    • Maggie on Instagram, Twitter, and her blog
    • Jacey on Instagram, Twitter and her blog
    1 hr 2 min

About Around the Table Podcast

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Around the Table is the perfect balance of intention and indulgence. It's a weekly conversation between two best friends, Jacey Verdicchio and Maggie McDaris, whose goal is to help you live…