Get ready for a summer of easy backyard meals, simple grilling tips, pantry shortcuts, freezer prep ideas, and stress-free cookouts. In this episode of This Old Baker, we’re talking about how to make grilling season easier, more affordable, and a whole lot more enjoyable.

In Episode 39, we’re having an honest conversation about why taking a break matters — especially when life, stress, chronic pain, and exhaustion start piling up all at once. Between moving, overdoing it physically, arthritis, knee surgeries, back pain, and psoriatic fatigue, I’m sharing the reality of learning that rest is not weakness. Sometimes slowing down is exactly what our bodies and minds need in order to keep going. If you’ve been feeling burned out, overwhelmed, or guilty for needing a pause, this episode is for you.

n this episode, Kim from This Old Baker talks about the real difference between being prepared and hoarding. From stocked pantries and backup supplies to fear-based buying and clutter, this conversation breaks down what healthy preparedness actually looks like in everyday life. Warm, honest, and practical, this episode is for anyone trying to care for their family, stretch a budget, and find peace in being ready for life’s unexpected moments.

Blackstone or gas grill... which one actually fits the way you cook? In this episode, we’re breaking down the real differences between flat top griddles and traditional grills, from flavor and cleanup to cost, maintenance, and what works best for real family meals. Perfect for anyone debating their next backyard cooking upgrade.

made life easier, why does feeding a family still feel so overwhelming?

In this episode, Kim from This Old Baker gets honest about why cooking feels harder than it should—and why it’s not your fault. This isn’t about recipes. It’s about the missing piece: a kitchen system that takes the pressure off daily decisions.

We talk pantry cooking vs. starting from scratch every night, the real reason burnout happens in the kitchen, and how to simplify meals without sacrificing homemade.

If you’re tired of asking “what’s for dinner?” every single day… this one’s for you.

Beeswax cloth is back—and there’s a reason for it. This episode covers why this simple method is resurfacing, what it actually does, and how to use it without overcomplicating your kitchen.

If your home feels overwhelming, it’s not just the mess—it’s the mental load behind it. In this episode, Kim breaks down why decluttering regularly (not just once a year) changes everything, and how a few small resets can give you more time, less stress, and a home that finally feels good again.

If your dinners depend on a box, a packet, or a last-minute store run, it’s time for a better system. In this episode of This Old Baker Podcast, Kim shares how simple pantry mixes can replace boxed shortcuts, save money, and take the stress out of weeknight cooking.

Learn how one base mix can turn into multiple meals, how to build your pantry one jar at a time, and how to simplify dinner without sacrificing flavor.

Start with one mix… and change the way you cook.

It’s easy to feel like you should already know everything in the kitchen—but that’s not how anyone actually learns. In this episode, we’re talking about why asking questions matters, how most of us learned the hard way, and why there are no “simple” questions when you’re building real skills. If you’ve ever felt behind, overwhelmed, or unsure where to start, this one’s for you.

Why are sourdough starters still everywhere? In this episode, we’re breaking down why sourdough never really went out of style—from saving money and baking with simple ingredients to slowing down and building a rhythm in your kitchen. Whether you’re a beginner or your starter’s been sitting in the fridge, this is a no-pressure look at why sourdough still works for real life.