In this episode of The Little Things, Jennifer sits down with Dria Murphy, founder of By Dria, for a conversation about wellness, discovery, and learning to recognize what is truly worth your time, energy, and attention.

Known for her discerning eye and thoughtful recommendations across wellness, beauty, and travel, Dria has built a trusted platform around finding and sharing the things that genuinely make life better. Together, Jennifer and Dria discuss the evolution of By Dria, how she approaches curation, and what separates something truly useful from something that is simply having a moment.

They also explore what it really means to feel good, the wellness habits that have stood the test of time, and the things we tend to overcomplicate in the pursuit of living well. Dria shares how travel has shaped her perspective, the people she turns to for advice, and why she has become increasingly protective of her time, attention, and energy.

At its heart, this conversation is about discernment: staying curious without constantly chasing what’s next, appreciating what you already have, and paying attention to the people, places, habits, and little things that make life feel better.

In This Episode

• The story behind By Dria
• How Dria decides what is truly worth recommending
• Separating lasting value from passing trends
• The wellness habits she returns to again and again
• What we tend to overcomplicate about feeling good
• Balancing discovery with contentment
• Travel and the places that have shaped her perspective
• Protecting your time, attention, and energy
• Friendship, community, and the people we trust
• The little things that make everyday life better

Follow Dria
Instagram: @driamurphy
By Dria: @_bydria

This week on The Little Things, Jennifer sits down with Brittany Bromley, founder and creative director of Brittany Bromley Interiors, whose colorful, layered, and deeply personal approach to design has made her one of the most sought-after voices in interiors today.

Known for creating homes that feel both elegant and effortlessly lived in, Brittany shares how childhood memories, motherhood, collecting meaningful objects, and a love of beauty have shaped her philosophy on home. Together, they explore why the most memorable spaces aren't necessarily the most perfect ones—they're the ones that make people feel welcome.

From the power of small design details to the art of gathering, slowing down, and creating warmth in everyday life, this conversation is a reminder that home is about so much more than aesthetics. It's about connection, memory, and the little things that make life meaningful.

• What home felt like growing up and how it shaped Brittany's design perspective
• The small details that make a space feel warm, welcoming, and personal
• Balancing beauty, elegance, and real life
• How motherhood has changed her relationship with home and perfection
• The art of hosting and creating spaces where people feel comfortable
• Finding inspiration in everyday life
• Why our homes matter more than ever in a fast-moving world
• The memories Brittany hopes her children carry with them

Whether you're designing a home, hosting friends, or simply looking to bring more beauty into your everyday life, this episode offers thoughtful reminders about the power of creating spaces that truly reflect who we are.

Connect with Brittany:
@brittanybromleyinteriors
brittanybromley.com

What happens when the host becomes the guest?

For the first time on The Little Things, the tables turn.

Instead of asking the questions, Jen Koman sits down to answer them, reflecting on the experiences that shaped her, the lessons motherhood continues to teach her, and why she's become more interested in connection than achievement.

In conversation with Madeleine Fawcett, Jen shares her thoughts on reinvention, aging, parenting adult children, learning to say no, and building a life around what truly matters. She also opens up about the unexpected path that led to The Little Things and her hope of creating a community where meaningful conversations feel as natural as gathering around a dinner table.

This is a conversation about becoming, trusting the seasons of life, and discovering that the things we remember most are often the smallest ones.

In this episode:

• Growing into new versions of ourselves
• The evolution of motherhood and letting go
• Why saying "no" creates space for what matters
• Finding beauty in ordinary moments
• Building The Little Things—and the community still to come

In this episode of The Little Things, Jennifer sits down with creator, writer and tastemaker Nan Philip for a conversation about building a life guided by intention, personal taste and paying attention to what truly resonates.

Known for her thoughtful recommendations, timeless style and beloved newsletter Nan's Notebook, Nan has built a community around sharing the things she genuinely loves. Together, Jennifer and Nan discuss her decision to leave a successful career in public relations to become a full-time creator, the realities of building a business across Instagram, Substack, and podcasting, and what she's learned from creating a life on her own terms.

They also explore the evolution of personal style, how to stay connected to your own perspective in a world driven by trends, and why the best recommendations come from authenticity rather than influence. Along the way, Nan shares her favorite corners of New York City, the routines that ground her, and the small details that make everyday life feel richer.

At its heart, this conversation is a reminder that a fulfilling life isn't built from grand gestures, but from knowing what matters to you and making space for more of it.

In This Episode

• Building a business across Instagram, Substack, and podcasting
• Developing confidence in your own taste and style
• Navigating trends while staying true to yourself
• Creating a thoughtful wardrobe that lasts
• A perfect day in New York City
• Daily rituals, inspiration, and creative resets

Connect with Nan

Instagram: @nan.philip & noteworthywithnan

Substack: Nan's Notebook

Podcast: Noteworthy by Nan

In this episode of The Little Things, Jennifer sits down with Cristina Lynch, founder of Mi Golondrina, a clothing and lifestyle brand known for its handcrafted dresses, blouses, and home goods made in partnership with artisans throughout Mexico. Through her work, Cristina has built more than a brand—she has created a way to preserve cultural traditions, celebrate generations of craftsmanship, and connect people to the stories woven into every piece. Cristina also reflects on growing up in a family of women who forged their own paths in the gift and apparel industries, sharing how their experiences, resilience, and entrepreneurial spirit continue to shape the way she leads and builds today.

Together, they explore growing up between cultures, the women who shaped Cristina's understanding of beauty and belonging, and the role clothing can play in carrying memory, history, and connection. They discuss the value of slowing down in a fast-moving world, what gets lost when traditions disappear, and why authenticity and craftsmanship feel more important than ever. Cristina also shares how becoming a mother has deepened her commitment to preserving rituals, traditions, and a sense of heritage within her own growing family. It's a thoughtful conversation about home, community, and the responsibility we have to honor the stories that shape us while passing them on to future generations.

Follow Cristina & Mi Golondrina 

Instagram: @migolondrina @cristina_lynch

Website: www.migolondrina.com

In this episode of The Little Things, Jennifer sits down with Amanda Jones Vaughan—mother of four boys, vintage enthusiast, creative tastemaker, and someone who has thoughtfully built a life that feels deeply personal in the midst of constant motion.

Known for her effortless style, love of collecting beautiful things with history, and ability to create warmth and connection wherever she goes – Amanda shares how she has remained connected to herself through motherhood, career evolution, grief, friendship, and the ever-changing seasons of life. Drawing inspiration from family, treasured vintage finds, and the women who came before her, Amanda reflects on the role that style, home, and personal rituals play in shaping identity.

Together, Jennifer and Amanda discuss raising four boys while nurturing creativity, the friendships that sustain us during busy years, and the challenge of balancing ambition with presence. They also explore Amanda's transition from working behind iconic brands to becoming a trusted voice and tastemaker in her own right, including her recent Antonio Melani collaboration with Dillard's inspired by some of her most treasured vintage pieces.

At its heart, this conversation is about building a life that feels like your own—holding onto who you are while embracing who you're becoming, and finding beauty in the little things along the way.

Follow Amanda

Instagram: @amandajonesvaughan

Sustack: That Said

In this episode of The Little Things, Jennifer sits down with Claire to explore what it means to live thoughtfully, notice the small moments that matter, and create a life full of love and connection.

Claire is GOOD—and not in a polished, perfect way. She’s real. Grounded, intentional, and moving through life, motherhood, business, and all the perfect-imperfection in between with honesty and heart. 

They dive into life with four kids, raising good humans, parenting a child with autism, and sharing the joys, challenges, and perspective-shifting moments that come with it. Claire reflects on her podcast You Good?, her role as celebrity booking agent for STARROCK productions, the company she founded, and the ways she curates beauty, intention, and meaningful connection in everyday life.

From friendships and family to quiet rituals and ordinary moments that stay with us, this conversation is warm, real, and a reminder that it’s often the smallest details that leave the biggest impact. 

Connect with Claire

Instagram: @clairekohdara @yougoodshow @starrockproductions

In this episode of The Little Things, Jennifer Koman sits down with entrepreneur and founder Lindsey Boyd to talk about evolving, intuition, motherhood, and the rituals that make a house feel like home.

Best known as the co-founder of The Laundress and founder of Lindry, Lindsey has spent her career building brands rooted in care, craftsmanship, and thoughtful living. Lindry, her newest venture, is built on three core pillars: quality, safe ingredients, and social responsibility. 

Lindsey reflects on her journey from working at Chanel to building category-defining businesses, the lessons she's learned through reinvention, and why some of life's most meaningful decisions begin with paying attention to what others overlook. Together, they explore entrepreneurship, clean living, family, legacy, and the small rituals that bring beauty and intention to everyday life. 

In This Episode

• Reinvention, growth, and trusting your intuition
• Building businesses with purpose and integrity
• The inspiration behind Lindry and ingredient transparency
• Motherhood, values, and raising thoughtful children
• The objects, memories, and rituals that shape our lives

Connect with Lindsey

Instagram:

@lindseyjuliaboyd @lindrylab
Lindry: lindrylab.com

Jennifer Vitagliano, co-founder of Elizabeth Street Hospitality, is a restaurateur known for creating spaces where people feel genuinely welcomed.

Her work is rooted in the small, thoughtful details—the lighting, the table setting, the energy in a room—that quietly shape how people connect and experience a meal. For Jen, hospitality goes far beyond food. It’s about creating a feeling.

In this conversation, Jennifer reflects on how growing up around family meals and togetherness shaped her love of bringing people together. She also shares how her close relationship with her twin sister and business partner, Nicole, continues to influence the way they build their restaurants, with trust, intuition, and deep care.

At the heart of it all is a simple but non-negotiable belief: the people behind the scenes are family. Jennifer prioritizes creating an environment where everyone feels a true sense of belonging, knowing that the care shared internally is what guests ultimately feel when they walk through the door.

Together, Jen and Jennifer explore what it means to create intentional spaces, and that the smallest details, when done with care, can be incredibly impactful.

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In this episode of The Little Things, Jennifer sits down with Mariel O’Brien, someone who doesn’t just build relationships but tends to them with extraordinary care.

What began as a professional introduction quickly became something deeper. From their very first conversation, Mariel’s compassion and authenticity were unmistakable, the kind of presence you feel immediately and don’t forget.

Mariel has a rare gift. She shows up fully. Whether on a call, across the table, or walking through the city with a high school student she’s mentoring, she is completely present, offering her time, her attention, and often exactly the right words when they’re needed most.

Jennifer reflects on how Mariel quietly shapes the lives around her—from her close bond with her 90-year-old grandmother to the many children who call her godmother. Mariel creates a life that is warm and welcoming, reflected in her “gnome home,” a hidden New York City sanctuary that mirrors the vibrancy of her heart and shows how a thoughtfully created space can be the perfect escape. She also serves as a fractional president for several chic brands, leaving her distinctive stamp on each through her guidance and vision.

This episode is about the power of small moments, the walks, the conversations, the gestures that may seem simple but leave a lasting imprint.

Most of all, it is a celebration of a woman who makes others feel seen, and a chance to turn that light back onto her.