Conversations with the Hostess

Have you ever wondered what it's going to be like to entertain your kids and their friends when they are teenagers? Today on the podcast, Courtney Stabler is giving us all the inside information. She has a ton of experience entretaining and hosting teenagers between her six kids and all of their friends.

Our conversation is filled with sage advice from a mom that's a stage ahead and I know you're going to take some valuable information from listening in. She also is an expert tablescape designer and fills us in on all the things you need to build a beautiful table, hint hint, it's not as much as you'd think it is.

Links You Need

You can find more from my guest, Courtney on Instagram here.

Bingeing Segment

I have started trying to accessorize my outfits more, and I found this two pack of belts that have been in heavy rotation lately. I recommend them for finishing off your outfit too.

Don't Forget!

Be sure to leave a rating and review of the podcast on Apple podcasts to help spread the conversations and build more connections.

If you have any questions I'm always happy to help, just send me a DM @thedailyhostess on Instagram.

This week I talk with Paul Nichols about her hosting journey and how saying yes makes all the difference. Her background has heavily influenced how she hosts today including where she grew up, but also they type of work she's done over the years.

Say yes, and listen to this episode today, I know you're going to walk away with a lot of value from Paula's journey.

Links You Need

Paula shared a really great book, that anyone looking for community needs to read. It's Find Your People by Jenny Allen. Get it here!

You can also find more from my guest on Linked In, Instagram, Facebook, or on her real estate investing website, Apogee Capital.

Bingeing Segment

I am loving this Instagram account, and if you follow her for very long, you're going to want to make all the food she's making and you'll stay to see the love she and her husband have for each other. Plus, I highly recommend reading the comments of her videos because they are just so uplifting!

Don't Forget!

Be sure to leave a rating and review of the podcast on Apple podcasts to help spread the conversations and build more connections.

If you have any questions I'm always happy to help, just send me a DM @thedailyhostess on Instagram.

We are continuing our walk through of all the celebrations in 2024. We pick back up in July and continue through to the end of the year. There are so many ideas to get you celebrating this year as well.

I hope to give you inspiration, encouragement, and advice on how to celebrate all the good things from July to December 2024.

Check below to see links to all the free printables and episodes I shared in this podcast.

Links You Need

This episode has some really helpful printables that you can use in your July through December celebrations. Click belwo to download and print so you're ready when the month comes around to celebrate.

Gratitude banner printable, download here.

Thanksgiving Cooking Schedule printable, download here.

Thanksgiving cooking schedule and meal planning printable, download here.

Thanksgiving pie tags to use when sharing pies with those in your community. Download here.

Holiday baking inventory checklist, download here.

Holiday priority worksheet, download here.

Holiday Gift Tracker, download here.

Bingeing Segment

If you need a new Spotify station to listen to, I've got a great recommendation for you this week. I'm way behind the curve in recommending it, because it's been out for awhile, but I'm loving the This is Noah Kahon station. Take a listen here!

Don't Forget!

Be sure to leave a rating and review of the podcast on Apple podcasts to help spread the conversations and build more connections.

If you have any questions I'm always happy to help, just send me a DM @thedailyhostess on Instagram.

In this episode I'm walking you through the first half of the year and all the celebrations I'll be taking part in. There are some personal to our family, but there are a ton of celebrations that you can share with your community too.

I hope to give you inspiration, encouragement, and advice on how to celebrate all the good things from January to June 2024.

Check below to see links to all the free printables and episodes I shared in this podcast.

Links You Need

Valentine's Day love note printable, download here.

Valentine's Day placemat printable, download here.

St. Patrick's Day Scavenger hunt printable, download here.

St. Patrick's Day note printable, download here.

Bingeing Segment

Are you taking part in dry January? This week's bingeing segment is a great option for you if you are. You can get this drink alternative here (affiliate link).

Don't Forget!

Be sure to leave a rating and review of the podcast on Apple podcasts to help spread the conversations and build more connections.

If you have any questions I'm always happy to help, just send me a DM @thedailyhostess on Instagram.

This week's podcast is a solo episode and a personal one at that. I'm talking all about my faith journey. I thought it would be appropriate since I recorded it during the Christmas season. I share my faith background, what led me to change my faith, and how that faith has brought me an amazing community.

If you are curious or want some great resources and encouragement to learn more about God, then listen in this week. I hope it can bring you what you need in your life at this moment.

Links You Need

I share two amazing resources to learn more aobut God's word and the Catholic faith.

Listen to the Bible in a Year podcast here.

Listen to the Catechism in a Year podcast here.

Bingeing Segment

This week I am bingeing a seasonal salad that is a great addition to any holiday party, meal or potluck. Plus we could all use a few more vegetables this time of year. Listen in for the recipe, it's only a few ingredients that can all be thrown together, even last minute.

Don't Forget

Be sure to leave a rating and review of the podcast on Apple podcasts to help spread the conversations and build more connections.

If you have any questions I'm always happy to help, just send me a DM @thedailyhostess on Instagram.

On this episode we talk with Military Spouse coach, Madyson Greene all about how to get involved and build community as a military spouse. She has so much experience to share with us as the Military Spouse Association president and former USO event planner.

Madyson shares so many ideas on how to get involved, but also why it's so important for military spouses especially when you live in a remote location.

Links You Need

Find our more from my guest, Madyson Greene by following her on Instagram, Facebook

Or check out her website if you're a new military spouse to see how she can help make the transition easier for you.

Bingeing Segment

This week I am bingeing a show again, and I even got my husband to watch it with me. It's a great option if you're looking for something to watch with your spouse. Find it here on Netflix, or read the book first.

Don't Forget

Be sure to leave a rating and review of the podcast on Apple podcasts to help spread the conversations and build more connections.

If you have any questions I'm always happy to help, just send me a DM @thedailyhostess on Instagram.

This week Jenni Whitney from Let's Create and Celebrate is here to share how she makes family memories her own by diying, crafting, and celebrating all of life's moments even when living far away as a military family.

She has great advice to make holidays and celebrations your own and how to not spend a ton of money on parties or get caught up in the comparision game. I love her insight into uisng your gifts to help others and how to connect with your community when you have to establish a new community every few years.

Listen in now to hear it all, you'll be so encouraged after listening.

Links You Need

Find our more from my guest, Jenni Whitney by following her on Instagram, Facebook

Bingeing Segment

This week I have officially reached middle age and bought my first few pieces of clothes at Costco. I've been following Costco Claudi's account for recommendations, and bought this shirt. It's so soft, great quality, and so reasonably priced. Don't completely bypass the clothing section of Costco next time you're there.

Don't Forget

Be sure to leave a rating and review of the podcast on Apple podcasts to help spread the conversations and build more connections.

If you have any questions I'm always happy to help, just send me a DM @thedailyhostess on Instagram.

We always hear that the best way to plan a party is to plan ahead. But what does that actually mean? Today's guest started a business to answer that question. Amy from Plan Now, Party Later answers all of our questions about how to plan ahead fro any party and especiallyf or the holidays.

Listen in to hear all of her genius tips. Which one are you going to apply when planning for your next party?

Links You Need

Find our more from my guest, Amy Walton at Plan Now, Party Later.

You can also follow her on Facebook, Pinterest, or Instagram.

Get her party planning packages here too! And if you need some help with Thanksgiving, click here.

Bingeing Segment

This week I'm sharing a place to get furniture you may not have thought had great furniture items. I've bought several things from Home Depot lately for my house and have really loved them. Plus, the chairs I bought have gotten several compliments.

So if you're looking for a place to get some new furniture, try out the Home Depot, they were an unlikely source that I am loving lately.

Don't Forget

Be sure to leave a rating and review of the podcast on Apple podcasts to help spread the conversations and build more connections.

If you have any questions I'm always happy to help, just send me a DM @thedailyhostess on Instagram.

This week I talk with party and entertaining expert Kristie LaLonde all about how she got started hosting and her tips on changing your mindset to become a happy hostess. I know you're going to love Kristie's outlook and warm welcoming nature. I can't wait for you to hear this episode.

Links You Need

Find our more from my guest, Kristie LaLonde, here.

You can also follow her on Facebook, Pinterest, or on Instagram.

Be sure to listen to Kristie's Podcast, Happy Hostess Podcast whereever you get your episodes. I'd love for you to listen to Episode 30, where I am the guest and Kristie Interviews me!

Bingeing Segment

This week I'm sharing a little story about my relationship with Walmart fashion and how I've been loving their clothing items lately. Here's a list of things I've bought in the past couple of months.

• Super soft and warm sweater
• Chunky Boots
• Cable knit sweater
• Plaid dress
• Floral print dress

And if you'd like to get your own Walmart+ subscription you can sign up here and save $20. Walmart+ allows you to get things shipped and delivered to you really quickly and free with the monthly subscription. There's also ton of other perks with Walmart+, give it a try!

Don't Forget

Be sure to leave a rating and review of the podcast on Apple podcasts to help spread the conversations and build more connections.

If you have any questions I'm always happy to help, just send me a DM @thedailyhostess on Instagram.

This week I talk with psychologist, Dr. Amber Tichenor about female rivalry. I know there's a lot of us that have had difficult times with those tricky female relationships and friendships in our lives. Amber helps us figure them all out and gives us a lot of encouragement to be open to one another so we can build a great community of female friends.

I'd love for you to listen and let us know what your biggest takeaway is. Or do you have a story where you can relate to having experienced female rivalry?

Links You Need

Find our more from my guest, Amber Tichenor, here.

You can also follow her on Facebook here, Instagram here, or Linked In here.

You can learn more about Amber's book, Behind Frenemy Lines, here, and purchase a copy here.

Bingeing Segment

This week I'm sharing a hair trick that's making my life easier and my hair look great. I'm loving overnight heatless curls. You can watch a ton of tutorials on how to do it on Instagram, but I liked this one.

And you can get your own set of equipment to use here. They have great reviews from over 14,000 people. I like finding something around my house that will work too, so check around first before buying something.

Don't Forget

Be sure to leave a rating and review of the podcast on Apple podcasts to help spread the conversations and build more connections.

If you have any questions I'm always happy to help, just send me a DM @thedailyhostess on Instagram.