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Episode Description:

In this episode, we talk about what it means to live intentionally—not in some perfect, curated way, but in the real, messy, everyday decisions we all make. From the big-picture stuff to the choice to veg out, we explore how purpose can be woven into every moment. We share how we (try to) live with intention in our own lives, why it matters, and why sometimes doing nothing is exactly the right thing to do.

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Church Hurt Video we reference:

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/rrcl_86N0Lk

In this candid episode, we unpack the reality of church hurt—those wounds that cut deepest when they come from the very people meant to love us. Jason and Emily recount the season their own church community turned its back on them.

Whether you’re nursing fresh scars or supporting a friend who is, this conversation offers empathy, wisdom, and encouragement—because the Church is more than a handful of hurtful humans.

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Episode Description:

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Episode Description:

Feeling unseen? In this episode, Jason and Emily unpack our universal craving to be seen and heard—how healthy validation fuels connection, but chasing constant attention on social media can quickly turn toxic. They also flip the pom-poms and tackle the age-old question: is cheerleading a sport? We break down athletic demands, competition formats, and cultural stereotypes to decide once and for all. Expect laughs, honest reflection, and crunchy-approved hot takes.

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Meet us at the Wellness Collective Event in Lancaster, PA!

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Use code REALLYVERYCRUNCHY for 15% off. 

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Emily will also be at the Cultivate Women’s Homestead Retreat!

https://www.cultivatehomesteadretreat.com/specialguests

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Check out our Nature Journaling Water Color Course! First few lessons are free, no signup required!

https://www.reallyverycrunchy.com/courses

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Episode Description:

Everyone says they want to raise their kids like it’s the 90s—but do they really? In this episode, Jason and Emily unpack the trend of 90s childhood nostalgia and ask the important questions: Are we talking about hands-off parenting or just more Dunkaroos? Would your kid survive a Saturday with no snacks, no screens, and no adult supervision? Let’s take a look at what it actually means to raise a 90s kid in today’s world.

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Jason uploaded the water color course, and we REALLY think you will love it. The first few sessions are free so you can get a feel for the course, and if you like it, it’s just $20 for two hours of fun and learning with Emily, and water color artist, Laura Poulette. Check it out here:

https://www.reallyverycrunchy.com/courses

Join Emily at the Modern Homestead conference:

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Episode Description:

Are adults even supposed to live in the moment? Or is that just something we tell kids while we scroll our phones and stress about the mortgage? In this episode, Jason and Emily wrestle with the idea of presence—what it means to be fully here when your brain is juggling a dozen responsibilities. Is living in the moment a luxury, a mindset, or a myth once you have kids, bills, and deadlines?

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Here are the two videos referenced in the episode:

Video 1: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DKwpATwRJ8L/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

Video 2: https://www.instagram.com/p/DKxQ_fRvi3J/

Check out Ginny Yurich's (creator 0f 1000 Hours Outside) NEW book:

Homeschooling: You're doing it right, just by doing it

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In this bonus episode, we’re tackling the outdated myths about homeschooling—especially the idea of socialization Spoiler: not all peer influence is good. We talk about why we chose to homeschool, the surprising benefits we’ve seen, and why “socialization” isn’t the magic word people think it is. If you’re still picturing denim jumpers and isolation, it’s time for a reset.

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Life Skills Now: Go to ⁠⁠kidscookrealfood.com/RVC⁠⁠ and grab your free spot in #LifeSkillsNow today—because capable kids don’t happen by accident.

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The Road to Kaeluma: Visit ⁠jesusfilm.org/kaeluma-RVC⁠ to listen, learn more, or access discussion guides and other bonus content!

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Hope to see you at the Modern Homesteading Conference:

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Life Skills Now: Go to ⁠kidscookrealfood.com/RVC⁠ and grab your free spot in #LifeSkillsNow today—because capable kids don’t happen by accident.

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The Road to Kaeluma: Visit jesusfilm.org/kaeluma-RVC to listen, learn more, or access discussion guides and other bonus content!

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This week on The Really Very Crunchy Podcast, Emily and Jason talk about siblings. Is it better to grow up with a house full of brothers and sisters—or have the quiet simplicity of being an only child? They both have siblings and share the pros and cons from their own experiences. They also take a quick detour into their surprisingly athletic pasts as childhood baseball players, and recap their recent trip to St. Louis with the kids, including highlights from the City Museum and the botanical gardens.

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In this episode of The Really Very Crunchy Podcast, Jason and Emily talk about what it means to step out of your comfort zone—whether that’s facing your fears, chasing your ambitions, or making healthy lifestyle changes. From saying yes to new opportunities to confronting the things that hold us back, they explore how growth often requires discomfort. Jason opens up about being asked to co-speak at an upcoming event with Emily… and why he doesn’t want to do it. They talk through the nerves, the resistance, and the push to say yes when everything in you wants to say no. Whether you're thinking about starting a new habit, taking on a challenge, or just trying to be braver in your everyday life, this one’s for you.

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It’s our anniversary! 🎉 In this episode, Emily and Jason reflect on 15 years of marriage—what’s worked, what hasn’t, and why being best friends is the glue that keeps it all together. From learning to laugh through chaos to genuinely enjoying each other’s company (most days), we’re sharing a few things we’ve picked up along the way.

We also talk about why All Dogs Go to Heaven is secretly one of the most horrifying kids’ movies ever made.

And! We just dropped a new vlog that gives you a peek into our real-life crunchy family adventures. Check out the video here.

Whether you're married, single, or still recovering from childhood cartoon trauma, this one’s for you.

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