The Really Very Crunchy Podcast

What’s it like when you no longer have grandparents or parents? When YOU are the oldest generation in your family? We discuss life moving forward after Jason loses his grandmother.  Sponsor - EarthRunners We absolutely LOVE our EarthRunners in the Morrow household. Head over to https://www.earthrunners.com and use code RVC to get 10% off at checkout.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, Jason and Emily discuss the moon mission, Big Dentistry, and the age they were when they realized no one had it all figured out. Sponsor - EarthRunners We absolutely LOVE our EarthRunners in the Morrow household. Head over to https://www.earthrunners.com and use code RVC to get 10% off at checkout.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode Description Emily recounts a series of bizarre Kroger encounters, including a possible run-in with King Von’s son, a woman who actively avoids her mid-aisle, and mounting evidence that Jason might be protected by a guardian angel. Just another completely normal trip to the grocery store. Sponsor - EarthRunners We absolutely LOVE our EarthRunners in the Morrow household. Head over to https://www.earthrunners.com and use code RVC to get 10% off at checkout.  Musicbed License: MB0126JG8ZPLX8M Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode Description In this episode, we talk about the strange feeling that time is speeding up. Days that used to feel full now disappear before we even get our bearings, and somehow 24 hours feels more like 16. Is this just what happens as you get older, or is there something deeper going on? We get into the psychology of time, how routines and responsibilities change our perception, and why life can start to feel like it’s moving faster than we can keep up with. We also entertain the more out-there possibilities… because honestly, it does feel a little suspicious. Sponsor - EarthRunners We absolutely LOVE our EarthRunners in the Morrow household. Head over to https://www.earthrunners.com and use code RVC to get 10% off at checkout.  Musicbed License: MB01NQNN6UCEEBX Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ever feel like everyone is watching you… judging your parenting, your choices, your life? Yeah—same. But what if that’s not actually true? In this episode, we talk about the strange (and freeing) reality that most people aren’t nearly as focused on you as you think they are. In fact, studies show people are so wrapped up in their own lives, they barely notice what anyone else is doing. We unpack why we feel judged in the first place, how social media has made it worse, and what happens when you finally let go of the pressure to perform for everyone else. Turns out, the spotlight you think you’re standing in… might not even be on. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sponsor - EarthRunners We absolutely LOVE our EarthRunners in the Morrow household. Head over to https://www.earthrunners.com and use code RVC to get 10% off at checkout. Episode Description What is camping, really? Is it about discomfort, simplicity, or just getting out of your normal routine? We talk through the spectrum—from tents to RVs—and why everyone seems to have a strong opinion about what “counts.” Somewhere along the way, we realize the definition might not be the point at all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we talk about what kids have really done to us. The ways we’ve grown, the ways we’ve been stretched, and the ways we barely recognize our old selves anymore. Music Bed License: MB01PHKVN5VKWOR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We were finally in a groove. Our kids are older. Life feels manageable. We’re sleeping again. Traveling feels possible. We kind of know what we’re doing. So naturally… we’re four months from having a new baby.  In this episode, we talk honestly about what it means to add a third child when life already feels full. The excitement, the hesitation, and the very real question: how much does this actually change everything? Music Bed Licenses: MB01AMLIUE7VE53 MB01UBNHXGCDZVV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A startup is proposing something that sounds like science fiction: putting giant mirrors in orbit to reflect sunlight back to Earth. The idea is to bounce sunlight onto solar farms after dark, potentially generating energy at night and extending daylight for certain locations. In this episode, Emily and Jason talk through the concept, the potential benefits, and the serious concerns scientists are raising. Could mirrors in space actually help solve energy problems, or would they create bigger issues like light pollution, disrupted ecosystems, and a permanently altered night sky? Musicbed License MB01CY09GVAQN5W MB01QMG7MOUY9PH Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can you actually change your personality, or are you stuck the way you are forever? In this episode, Jason and Emily talk through the surprising science behind personality change. For decades psychologists believed personality was mostly fixed by adulthood. But new research suggests that with intention, specific habits, and enough time, people can shift major traits like extroversion, conscientiousness, and emotional stability. Emily’s Book: Really Very Crunchy https://amzn.to/4cX9JmH Little Helper Big Imagination https://amzn.to/4lbNufe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do other people’s kids completely unravel when they miss sleep, or is it just theirs? From overtired meltdowns to the logistics of family travel before a newborn arrives, it’s a conversation about expectations, exhaustion, and figuring out what actually makes sense for your family. Emily’s Book: Really Very Crunchy https://amzn.to/4cX9JmH Little Helper Big Imagination https://amzn.to/4lbNufe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Emily and Jason sit down with Ryan Holiday’s “22 Rules for Reading” and put them to the test. As two people who genuinely love books but approach reading very differently, they talk through which rules they wholeheartedly agree with, which ones feel unrealistic for busy parents, and which ones might be a little too rigid for real life. Emily’s Book: Really Very Crunchy https://amzn.to/4cX9JmH Little Helper Big Imagination https://amzn.to/4lbNufe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week’s bonus episode, we’re talking about one of the biggest parenting tensions no one really prepares you for: are we supposed to constantly build our kids up, or do go all in on intrinsic value? What actually forms a confident adult? With a new baby on the way, parenting suddenly feels different at this stage of life. We’re older. A little calmer. Maybe a little more tired. And we’re raising a newborn alongside an 8- and 6-year-old who are very aware of everything. How does perspective change? What matters more this time?  Musicbed License MB01B3JB9OQCVRU Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Jason and Emily break down the famous 85-year Harvard Study on Adult Development, the one that followed people for decades to figure out what actually makes for a good life. It turns out it’s not just money or success, but relationships, purpose, stress, habits, and how you handle conflict over time. Naturally, instead of calmly reflecting on this like mature adults, they ranked themselves and each other on a scale of 1–10 in several of the study’s core areas. The result is equal parts thoughtful, competitive, revealing, and mildly dangerous for a marriage. If you’ve ever wondered how you’d score in the “good life” department, this episode might make you want to find out. Musicbed License MB01LB14RC1PRTN MB01LPNLPFWSBVO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There’s a term floating around the internet called “man keeping.” The idea? That women often carry the mental and emotional load of maintaining friendships, family connections, holiday plans, thank-you notes, birthday texts, and basically the entire social ecosystem of a household. Meanwhile, many men… just don’t think about it. Or don’t care in the same way. In this episode, Emily and Jason talk about why that dynamic exists. Is it laziness? Wiring? Cultural expectation? Or are men and women simply valuing different things? Musicbed License  MB01OKDEEVEDRAK Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What happens when generosity meets the internet? This week, Emily and Jason talk about GoFundMe campaigns, cheerful giving, and the awkward tension of watching someone you donated to book a beach vacation.  They unpack the heart behind giving, the expectations we attach to it, and why it’s harder than we think to truly let go. Also: the end of the world, and the presidential announcement that aliens are real. Music Bed Licenses MB01DWKDR4I03W0 MB01UEBR9CKWXDV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What happens when you scroll past a big creator’s video and realize… you’ve seen it before because … it was yours?  In this episode, Emily and Jason unpack the growing problem of content creators lifting ideas, formats, and even full concepts, then presenting them as original work. They explain the real difference between joining a trend and crossing the line into plagiarism, and why that distinction matters for creative integrity.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’re sporty people, but we have a confession: we aren’t into sports. That means no favorite teams, no water cooler discussions about the game, no getting invited to Super Bowl parties. Anyone else out there like that? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you heard about Moltbook? Even when the AI agents aren't being sinister, there's just something icky about it. The next five years is going to be interesting... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jason and Emily wade into the Reddit comment swamp after Emily’s birth announcement goes mildly viral, unpacking why enjoying motherhood somehow earned them the labels “pro-natalist” and “ultra-conservative.” They talk through what was actually said, what people heard, and why the internet seems allergic to women liking their own lives. Along the way, they share a scary moment when one of their kids was almost taken in a Walmart, plus the latest baffling wellness trend sweeping the nation: house burping. Because in 2026, nothing says cultural discourse like kidnapping scares and releasing trapped air from your living room. Music Licenses MB017SLUKDRFXVY MB01HIWLCGGK8EC MB01XGNSQWVJCRI Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Emily and Jason sit down to discuss their current birth “plan”… which is really more of a loose collection of highly questionable options. There’s the hospital. There’s the shack. There’s the home birth. There’s the possibility of free-birthing on their way to Alaska.  No matter where it happens, one thing is non-negotiable: the birth must be Middle-earth themed. 00:00 Prepping for the Winter Storm 10:53 Lord of the Rings 20:29 Feeling unprepared for birth 25:37 Free-birthing 29:22 Disclaimer: Emily’s content warning 46:30 Modern medicine Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We made it to 100 episodes, so we’re doing what felt right: answering your questions. No theme, no agenda, just a wide-ranging Q&A covering parenting, marriage, crunchy life choices, content creation, homeschooling, fears, habits, things we’ve changed our minds about, and things we probably never will. Thanks for listening, watching, sharing, and sticking with us for 100 episodes. We genuinely couldn’t do this without you. 00:00 Our 100th Episode! 05:30 Emily gives someone a talkin’ to 22:33 Are we going on tour again? 23:37 What is our favorite most embarrassing memory together? 26:05 The Two Towers 30:08 Baby number three? 32:32 When will Emily’s next book be published? 33:24 Spirit animals? 35:11 Jigsaw puzzles? 38:16 Favorite homeschool curriculum? 42:00 Where would we live outside of Kentucky? 46:00 Favorite part of RVC? 50:44 Favorite novel/non-fiction? 56:17 What shampoo do we use? 57:21 Is it expensive to shop crunchy? 01:00:34 The least crunchy thing we do? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What actually makes a fear irrational—and who gets to decide? This week, Jason and Emily talk about the fears that don’t always make sense… and the ones that absolutely do. From being afraid of the dark to worrying about things that may never happen, they unpack where fear comes from, why some people carry more of it than others, and how much of it is instinct versus imagination. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we talk about heroes in children’s fiction and whether kids actually need moral ambiguity or if that’s something adults project onto stories meant for younger minds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s the final episode of the year, and we are going out exactly the way you’d expect. Emily admits she simply cannot handle getting a talking to, no matter how gentle or well intentioned it is, and Jason has thoughts about that. From there, the conversation turns reflective as we talk honestly about where we think we’ll be in five years and what we hope life, work, family, and the show might look like beyond that. We wrap things up by closing the year together and sharing some BIG NEWS that sets the tone for what’s coming next. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s the most emotional time of the year. At least according to the internet. In this episode, Jason and Emily talk about why so many holiday videos right now feel designed to make you cry and whether that kind of sentiment actually connects or just feels forced. They discuss the pressure to manufacture meaningful moments, the difference between genuine nostalgia and emotional marketing, and why Christmas content has turned into a competition for tears. They also get into holiday get-togethers, family dynamics, and the expectations that come with them, plus a look back at old Christmas ad campaigns and why they felt different. Funny, honest, and refreshingly grounded, this episode is a breather from the seasonal overload. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode starts off festive and quickly turns into a surprisingly strong opinion about movies, including a few Christmas favorites you might not expect and a brief but passionate conversation about why some beloved actors just do not hit the same anymore. From there, things take a turn into the real holiday struggle: talking to other humans. We get into why Christmas parties feel so awkward, the subtle conversation habits that quietly ruin a good interaction, and how everyone seems to forget how to talk the moment they’re holding a paper plate of cookies. If you’ve ever left a gathering replaying a conversation in your head or wondering why small talk feels so painful, this one’s for you. Festive, slightly unhinged, and way too honest, this episode is basically a survival guide for holiday conversations with a side of movie opinions you may strongly disagree with. Voetberg Method Experience This month, use my code: CRUNCHY20 to get 20% off each month you’re subscribed. Get 20% off the  proprietary Voetberg Method Experience, where siblings can share lessons  and learn music in a way they’ll never forget, even when lessons stop. https://tinyurl.com/RVCNowThatWereFamily ——— Sweets Elderberry https://tinyurl.com/RVCSweetsElderberry ———  Wayfair Cozify your space with Wayfair’s curated collection of easy, affordable fall updates. https://tinyurl.com/RVCWayfair _____ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jason and Emily are in full holiday chaos mode and nothing is going according to the Hallmark script. Jason is trying (and failing) to figure out what to buy the woman who hates everything in the “Gifts for Her” section, while Emily has accidentally become the kind of person who takes Christmas parade floats a little too seriously. Somewhere between a live nativity that might just be in the wrong town and a very opinionated rant about what churches are doing with kids these days, they stumble into a surprisingly honest conversation about what actually makes the season feel holy, fun, and not completely unhinged. If you like your Christmas episodes cozy, unfiltered, and a little bit feral, this one is it. 00:00 Christmas Parade Float 08:33 Paducah is BIG TIME 14:44 Family money 15:24 Mayfield…not so big time… 16:37 Bethlehem is amazing! 17:40 Children’s church sure is something… 24:27 Bethlehem continued… 29:19 Emily’s germaphobeness… 35:50 Christmas shopping is hard. 49:02 Having the right tools Sponsors for this episode include: Voetberg Method Experience This month, use my code: CRUNCHY20 to get 20% off each month you’re subscribed. Get 20% off the  proprietary Voetberg Method Experience, where siblings can share lessons  and learn music in a way they’ll never forget, even when lessons stop. https://tinyurl.com/RVCNowThatWereFamily ——— Sweets Elderberry https://tinyurl.com/RVCSweetsElderberry ———  Wayfair Cozify your space with Wayfair’s curated collection of easy, affordable fall updates. https://tinyurl.com/RVCWayfair Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jason has always been the rule breaker, Emily has always been the rule follower. In this episode, they talk about when it actually makes sense to bend or break the rules, and when it is a hard no. From childhood stories and school rules to parenting, speed limits, and “suggested” bedtimes, they explore how to respect authority, use common sense, and teach kids the difference between pointless rules and important ones. 00:00 Bread 05:25 Spiritual Objects 14:12 Trophy for Emily 15:09 Emily’s Public Apology  18:03 Let’s diagnose Emily 21:29 People’s opinion 24:57 Are we bad parents? 27:25 We’re just too messy.  34:03 Breaking the rules… 37:09 Getting pulled over 41:32 Rule breakers 50:19 Rule breakers are innovators 55:52 Good student or bad student? 58:36 Lotto Flower might be right… 1:01:33 Opening a business Sponsors for this episode include:  Voetberg Method Experience This month, use my code: CRUNCHY20 to get 20% off each month you’re subscribed. Get 20% off the  proprietary Voetberg Method Experience, where siblings can share lessons  and learn music in a way they’ll never forget, even when lessons stop. https://tinyurl.com/RVCNowThatWereFamily ——— Sweets Elderberry https://tinyurl.com/RVCSweetsElderberry ———  Wayfair Cozify your space with Wayfair’s curated collection of easy, affordable fall updates. https://tinyurl.com/RVCWayfair --- Please donate today at MercyShips.org/podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jason and Emily kick off Thanksgiving by sharing wild and fascinating facts you can use to wow (or mildly unsettle) your dinner guests, from why “Jingle Bells” was originally a Thanksgiving song to why Snuggies might have been the downfall of society. Along the way, Jason talks about his chaotic childhood Thanksgivings, they rant about why concerts are no longer fun, and things get just a little unhinged in the best possible way. 00:00 Old Science 05:53 Christmas Lights Before Thanksgiving? 08:04 Michael Bublé 13:09 We don’t like concerts… 15:21 Jason’s family 20:00 The Downfall of Society… 23:47 Thanksgiving Facts to wow your guests… 29:37 The quilt lady… 32:19 Pies 37:25 More facts 41:45 Campbell’s Soup 45:32 Balloons  52:40 Attitude of Gratitude Sponsors for this episode include:  Voetberg Method Experience This month, use my code: CRUNCHY20 to get 20% off each month you’re subscribed. Get 20% off the  proprietary Voetberg Method Experience, where siblings can share lessons  and learn music in a way they’ll never forget, even when lessons stop. https://tinyurl.com/RVCNowThatWereFamily ——— Sweets Elderberry https://tinyurl.com/RVCSweetsElderberry ———  Wayfair Cozify your space with Wayfair’s curated collection of easy, affordable fall updates. https://tinyurl.com/RVCWayfair Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sponsors for this episode include: Voetberg Method Experience This month, use my code: CRUNCHY20 to get 20% off each month you’re subscribed. Get 20% off the  proprietary Voetberg Method Experience, where siblings can share lessons  and learn music in a way they’ll never forget, even when lessons stop. https://tinyurl.com/RVCNowThatWereFamily ——— Sweets Elderberry https://tinyurl.com/RVCSweetsElderberry ———  Wayfair Cozify your space with Wayfair’s curated collection of easy, affordable fall updates. https://tinyurl.com/RVCWayfair 00:00 Sorry YouTube 00:46 Season colors? 07:56 National Christmas Tree 12:30 Holidays are too busy… 16:34 When should the kids leave? 22:21 The world is changing fast. 30:15 Getting Ads all the time.  32:31 AI is going too far… 37:50 A family that stays together… 46:14 And there was college… 53:47 The future is unsure. Episode Description: Jason and Emily open up about a question every parent is starting to lose sleep over: what do you do with your kids when they turn 18? They grew up in a world with a simple script. Graduate, leave home, go to college, figure it out. That script does not fit anymore, and today’s parents are the first generation raising kids without a clear roadmap for adulthood. In this episode, they talk about the pressure to launch, the changing value of college, the fear of doing too much or too little, and what it means to guide your kids when the cultural guidebook is basically gone. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sponsors for this Episode Include: Voetberg Method Experience This month, use my code: CRUNCHY20 to get 20% off each month you’re subscribed. Get 20% off the  proprietary Voetberg Method Experience, where siblings can share lessons  and learn music in a way they’ll never forget, even when lessons stop. https://tinyurl.com/RVCNowThatWereFamily ——— Sweets Elderberry https://tinyurl.com/RVCSweetsElderberry ———  Wayfair Cozify your space with Wayfair’s curated collection of easy, affordable fall updates. https://tinyurl.com/RVCWayfair Episode Description Time just doesn’t feel right anymore. Years seem to vanish, holidays sneak up faster every time, and it feels like we just bought Christmas presents for the kids. Jason and Emily talk about why time feels so strange these days, and Emily shares her latest battle with poison ivy. From Pete (how Emily got poison Ivy): https://drive.google.com/file/d/1cUNzU3NZg_hIKSaaSPOBqMiObDce0Utk/view?usp=sharing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Voetberg Method Experience This month, use my code: CRUNCHY20 to get 20% off each month you’re subscribed. Get 20% off the  proprietary Voetberg Method Experience, where siblings can share lessons  and learn music in a way they’ll never forget, even when lessons stop. https://tinyurl.com/RVCNowThatWereFamily Sweets Elderberry https://tinyurl.com/RVCSweetsElderberry Wayfair Cozify your space with Wayfair’s curated collection of easy, affordable fall updates. https://tinyurl.com/RVCWayfair _____ Jason and Emily get real about personal style. What it says about us, when it’s just for fun, and when it starts feeling like a bid for attention. From crunchy wardrobes to fashion phases to intentionally opting out, they explore whether style is self-expression, strategy, or something in between. Along the way, they share stories, debate choices, and reflect on how much of what we wear is about us versus what we want others to see. A thoughtful and funny chat for anyone who’s ever stood in front of a closet and asked, “What am I really saying with this?” Jason with long hair: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1mkgH6SSzVN40sj3dEwJaGHz8PtMzk-kv/view?usp=share_link Jason in his Hawaiian shirt phase... https://drive.google.com/file/d/1g34bptwWF_D9HFGvQmX3tWMvjUBz0WR-/view?usp=share_link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sponsors for this Episode Include: Voetberg Method Experience This month, use my code: CRUNCHY20 to get 20% off each month you’re subscribed. Get 20% off the  proprietary Voetberg Method Experience, where siblings can share lessons  and learn music in a way they’ll never forget, even when lessons stop. https://tinyurl.com/RVCNowThatWereFamily ____ Where Did TJ Go? A touching new book by Annie F. Downs to help you and your child talk about grief.  https://tinyurl.com/RVCWhereDidTJGo ——— Sweets Elderberry https://tinyurl.com/RVCSweetsElderberry ———  Wayfair Cozify your space with Wayfair’s curated collection of easy, affordable fall updates. https://tinyurl.com/RVCWayfair Episode Description: Jason and Emily talk about finding new couches at a thrift store and hauling them across the country in a U-Haul like two people who definitely don’t have back problems. Somewhere along the way they stop at the Ark Encounter, which turns out to be… a little different than they expected. The conversation takes a turn into how the world seems increasingly intolerant of Christianity, and how believers are trying to live faithfully in a culture that doesn’t really want them to. It’s funny, honest, and a little heavier than a couch in a U-Haul. 00:00 Why does not one ever visit us? 03:24 Emily’s in her PJ’s 09:12 Do you lose your toothbrushes? 12:28 Jason wanted Emily to go thrifting… 19:43 Real measurements… 25:12 The couches… 34:52 The Ark Encounter 45:30 The world hates Christians in particular 47:46 Our house nearly catches on fire 48:58 Back to the world hating Christians 53:50 Panera Bread The Ark Encounter Video https://www.instagram.com/p/DQUVLGCkdbt/ Emily’s Pinterest Board https://tinyurl.com/mv2u8sbr Hang out with Emily at the Cultivate Homestead Retreat October 31st and November 1st: https://www.cultivatehomesteadretreat.com/buy-tickets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sponsors for today’s episode include: Voetberg Method Experience This month, use my code: CRUNCHY20 to get 20% off each month you’re subscribed. Get 20% off the  proprietary Voetberg Method Experience, where siblings can share lessons  and learn music in a way they’ll never forget, even when lessons stop. https://tinyurl.com/RVCNowThatWereFamily Where Did TJ Go? A touching new book by Annie F. Downs to help you and your child talk about grief.  https://tinyurl.com/RVCWhereDidTJGo ——— Sweets Elderberry https://tinyurl.com/RVCSweetsElderberry ———  Wayfair Cozify your space with Wayfair’s curated collection of easy, affordable fall updates. https://tinyurl.com/RVCWayfair _____ Upcoming Events Join us for the Wellness Collective, October 21st or 22nd: https://www.wellnesscollectiveevent.com/shop ______ Hang out with Emily at the Cultivate Homestead Retreat October 31st and November 1st: https://www.cultivatehomesteadretreat.com/buy-tickets Jason and Emily share the highs, lows, and mild panic attacks of their trip to New York City. They talk about paying way too much for Broadway tickets to The Lion King, having to walk through a protest in Times Square, and realizing they might be the most overprotective parents in Manhattan. Yes, there were AirTags on the kids. It’s a story of family travel, big city chaos, and how two crunchy parents survived it all with their sense of humor (mostly) intact. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Voetberg Method Experience This month, use my code: CRUNCHY20 to get 20% off each month you’re subscribed. Get 20% off the  proprietary Voetberg Method Experience, where siblings can share lessons  and learn music in a way they’ll never forget, even when lessons stop. https://tinyurl.com/RVCNowThatWereFamily Where Did TJ Go? A touching new book by Annie F. Downs to help you and your child talk about grief.  https://tinyurl.com/RVCWhereDidTJGo ——— Sweets Elderberry https://tinyurl.com/RVCSweetsElderberry ———  Wayfair Cozify your space with Wayfair’s curated collection of easy, affordable fall updates. https://tinyurl.com/RVCWayfair _____ Upcoming Events Join us for the Wellness Collective, October 21st or 22nd: https://www.wellnesscollectiveevent.com/shop ______ Hang out with Emily at the Cultivate Homestead Retreat October 31st and November 1st: https://www.cultivatehomesteadretreat.com/buy-tickets Episode Description: Jason and Emily unpack the mysteries of sleep, from circadian rhythms to why we all think six hours and coffee is “fine.” They share their own sleep habits (spoiler: not great), what the science actually says about how much rest we need. It’s funny, a little self-incriminating, and might just make you want to go to bed on time for once. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Voetberg Method Experience This month, use my code: CRUNCHY20 to get 20% off each month you’re subscribed. Get 20% off the  proprietary Voetberg Method Experience, where siblings can share lessons  and learn music in a way they’ll never forget, even when lessons stop. https://tinyurl.com/RVCNowThatWereFamily ____ Where Did TJ Go? A touching new book by Annie F. Downs to help you and your child talk about grief.  https://tinyurl.com/RVCWhereDidTJGo ——— Sweets Elderberry https://tinyurl.com/RVCSweetsElderberry ———  Wayfair Cozify your space with Wayfair’s curated collection of easy, affordable fall updates. https://tinyurl.com/RVCWayfair _____ Upcoming Events Join us for the Wellness Collective, October 21st or 22nd: https://www.wellnesscollectiveevent.com/shop ______ Hang out with Emily at the Cultivate Homestead Retreat October 31st and November 1st: https://www.cultivatehomesteadretreat.com/buy-tickets Episode Description: Sometimes we take the smallest conflict and turn it into a full-blown saga worthy of its own Netflix limited series. Jason and Emily talk about why we make things a bigger deal than they really are, whether it’s a comment taken the wrong way, a toddler meltdown, or a family group text gone rogue. They also reveal a “secret phrase” said to instantly resolve any conflict… and then promptly test (and fail) it in real time. The video Jason got last year for the Autumn Equinox party: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zwdUFeiNaKM Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our Sponsors: Voetberg Method Experience This month, use my code: CRUNCHY20 to get 20% off each month you’re subscribed. Get 20% off the  proprietary Voetberg Method Experience, where siblings can share lessons  and learn music in a way they’ll never forget, even when lessons stop. https://tinyurl.com/RVCNowThatWereFamily ____ Where Did TJ Go? A touching new book by Annie F. Downs to help you and your child talk about grief.  https://tinyurl.com/RVCWhereDidTJGo ——— Sweets Elderberry https://tinyurl.com/RVCSweetsElderberry ———  Wayfair Cozify your space with Wayfair’s curated collection of easy, affordable fall updates. https://tinyurl.com/RVCWayfair _____ Upcoming Events Join us for the Wellness Collective, October 21st or 22nd: https://www.wellnesscollectiveevent.com/shop ______ Hang out with Emily at the Cultivate Homestead Retreat October 31st and November 1st: https://www.cultivatehomesteadretreat.com/buy-tickets Description: Everywhere you look, kids have screens in their hands. From classrooms to baseball fields to birthday parties. Jason and Emily open up about their own struggle as parents: how much screen time is too much, what it might be doing to kids’ brains and relationships, and the nagging fear that limiting screens could hurt their kids’ sense of belonging. It’s a conversation full of honesty, humor, and a little guilt, as they wrestle with the tension between protecting their kids and letting them belong. 00:00 Friday night movie nights. 03:41  Fear of the child rebellion.  05:22 A hoverboard!? 06:54 Emily watches PBS kids INTO high school. 08:57 Kids and cultural references. 10:29 Minecraft 14:39 Setting expectations for little kids.  15:26 Don’t give your little kid an iPad. 17:15 Too much screen time.  22:09 We worry about our kids’ generation.  29:18 Key takeaway… 32:19 Emily forgets she’s not normal.  33:10 Join us for upcoming events.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sponsors for today’s episode include: Where Did TJ Go? A touching new book by Annie F. Downs to help you and your child talk about grief.  https://tinyurl.com/RVCWhereDidTJGo ——— Sweets Elderberry https://tinyurl.com/RVCSweetsElderberry ———  Wayfair Cozify your space with Wayfair’s curated collection of easy, affordable fall updates. https://tinyurl.com/RVCWayfair _____ Upcoming Events Join us for the Wellness Collective, October 21st or 22nd: https://www.wellnesscollectiveevent.com/shop ______ Hang out with Emily at the Cultivate Homestead Retreat October 31st and November 1st: https://www.cultivatehomesteadretreat.com/buy-tickets Episode Description: Emily and Jason look back at how life felt simpler before they became crunchy. They share the humor and challenge of being more aware of everything from food to daily choices, while still affirming the value of their crunchy lifestyle. The conversation takes a thoughtful turn as they explore how judgment can shift into compassion and how awareness can be paired with love instead of criticism. 00:00 October is here!  01:43 Is leaf blowing OK? 05:49 Autumn Equinox Party 09:01 Messy garage… 10:33 Crafts for the kids. 11:55 Recipes NEVER turn out right.  14:39 Smokin’ meats… 16:50 Crunchiness factors into everything 19:22 Ticks keep Emily up at night. 22:14 Typing out your conviction vs. saying them. 28:12  Trying not to be judgmental.  34:54 Food pyramid. 37:54 How do you turn judgement into compassion? 41:51 Emily should be judged for her car. 45:32 Mom-blaming vs. the truth. 55:03 Crunchy conspiracy theorists. 58:21 Jason can’t get on board with crystals.  01:58:17 Emily’s strange healings.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sponsors for today’s episode include: Wayfair Cozify your space with Wayfair’s curated collection of easy, affordable fall updates. https://tinyurl.com/RVCWayfair _____ Thrive Market Go to ThriveMarket.com/RVC to get 30% off your first order and a free $60 gift. Upcoming Events Join us for the Wellness Collective, October 21st or 22nd: https://www.wellnesscollectiveevent.com/shop ______ Hang out with Emily at the Cultivate Homestead Retreat October 31st and November 1st: https://www.cultivatehomesteadretreat.com/buy-tickets Episode Description: Tipping. We don’t love it, but we still do it. In this episode we unpack tipping culture and how it became such a fixture in everyday life. We look at countries where tipping isn’t expected, the history that brought us here, and the surprising jobs where people now expect a tip. Whether you’re leaving a few dollars on the table or awkwardly wondering if you should tip your dog groomer, one thing is clear: tipping is here to stay. 00:00  Tipping 02:32 Hating with a burning passion of hatred 04:53 Base tip? 05:46 Non-tipping cultures 06:16 Valet parking 07:52 Screen tips 08:54 Origination of tipping 10:34 Problem with changing the system… 11:49 Businesses that don’t expect tips 15:04 Jobs we didn’t know required a tip 22:09 Should tips be performance based? 26:38 Jason’s haircut woes  27:18 We sound like jerks 30:18 Subscriptions Link to the car dancing video where we accidentally cheated and won $1,000 😂 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q5HR0as77v4 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our sponsors help keep this show going. Please be sure to check them out below: Wayfair Cozify your space with Wayfair’s curated collection of easy, affordable fall updates. https://tinyurl.com/RVCWayfair Thrive Market Go to https://tinyurl.com/RVCThriveMarket to get thirty percent off your first order, an extra twenty-five percent off thousands of Summer Essentials, plus a FREE sixty dollar gift just for signing up. Episode Description: When is “saving face” just good manners, and when does it cross into dishonesty? In this episode, Emily and Jason explore the delicate balance of protecting dignity in awkward situations. 00:00 Jason confronts John Crist.  07:18 Jason’s terrible organization skills.  09:51 Wild + Free 15:18 World Schooling 16:33 Emily humbled.  20:24 Awkward sleeping arrangements 22:31 Saving Face 25:58 Emily is abrasive  28:27 Oversharing 32:04 North Korean Weddings 33:44 Bow Wow scandal 35:32 Looking rich in an airport 38:29 Silly influencers 41:39 Frugal people 43:23 Vulnerability  45:02 We’re criers 46:43 Sing together 50:11 Rifle spinning 52:15 We need your opinions Links from the show: Our Korean Wedding Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DiLGZFRKSvQ Bow Wow’s Fake Private Jet Scandal: https://www.complex.com/music/a/treyalston/bow-wow-fake-flexing-plane Shannon Rose Webb, singer of our intro and outro: https://open.spotify.com/artist/16o01TpoG8Ib6RMshXk1yP?si=FTGlZjeZQ3GaPF858Fm7NA Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sponsors for today’s episode includes Thrive Market.  Go to ThriveMarket.com/RVC to get 30% off your first order and a free $60 gift. ______ Join us for the Wellness Collective, October 21st or 22nd: https://www.wellnesscollectiveevent.com/shop ______ Hang out with Emily at the Cultivate Homestead Retreat October 31st and November 1st: https://www.cultivatehomesteadretreat.com/buy-tickets Today, we’re talking about what the internet expects of us. Why do people keep asking us to comment on the assassination of Charlie Kirk? The conflict in Gaza? Insert so many other current events here. It’s a conversation about knowing our own thoughts and what we’re supposed to do with them through Really Very Crunchy.  Our video mentioned in the episode:https://www.instagram.com/p/DOn1OL9kVLU/ 00:00 Messy eaters 05:35 Who is sick more often? 06:37 Internet backlash 08:31 The non-SAHMs  13:20 Speaking on politics 16:58 Not sure what to do with RVC 21:57 Politics in homeschool groups 25:45 Mission field 29:28 Thinking about the followers 30:27 The weight of the world 32:59 Our reaction to Charlie Kirk 38:26 Local community is suffering.  42:13 Charlie Kirk assassination bringing us to a dark place.  49:13 People have forgotten how to connect 50:56 Stand up for the right reasons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sponsors for today’s episode includes Thrive Market.  Go to ThriveMarket.com/RVC to get 30% off your first order and a free $60 gift. ______ Join us for the Wellness Collective, October 21st or 22nd: https://www.wellnesscollectiveevent.com/shop ______ Hang out with Emily at the Cultivate Homestead Retreat October 31st and November 1st: https://www.cultivatehomesteadretreat.com/buy-tickets In this episode of The Really Very Crunchy Podcast, Jason and Emily share their review of the new Peacock TV show The Paper. As lifelong Office fans, they discuss how the series measures up, what works comedically, and where it fits in the current landscape of television. They also talk about the state of the sitcom in today’s world, how streaming has changed the way shows are made and watched, and why capturing the magic of a classic workplace comedy is so difficult. 00:00 Jason’s Solo? 01:06 TV used to be an event. 06:41 Sitcoms inspire us. 08:16 The Paper (The Office Spinoff) 11:00 Language in sitcoms… 12:39 Streaming is a problem… 15:03 Reviews said what?! 17:08 No buzz anymore… 19:55 We’ve lived a lot of sitcom moments. 22:34 The one where our bikes were stolen… 28:42 Boystown - The Sitcom 30:43 City Council Meetings - Basically Parks & Rec 34:39 We made a sitcom.  36:42 Thank YOU Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sponsors for today’s episode includes Thrive Market.  Go to ThriveMarket.com/RVC to get 30% off your first order and a free $60 gift. ______ Join us for the Wellness Collective, October 21st or 22nd: https://www.wellnesscollectiveevent.com/shop ______ Hang out with Emily at the Cultivate Homestead Retreat October 31st and November 1st: https://www.cultivatehomesteadretreat.com/buy-tickets Episode Description: In this episode of The Really Very Crunchy Podcast, Jason and Emily dive into all things birthdays. From the debate over practical vs. non-practical gift ideas, to why some people celebrate their birthday all month long. They also share stories from YOU and some of your worst birthday gifts. Whether you are team “low-key celebration” or team “birthday month takeover,” this conversation will have you laughing, nodding along, and maybe even rethinking your next party. 00:00 Intro 02:25 Jason lost a year… 03:50 Korean age 05:29 Advantage of being the oldest. 07:40 We are baseball coaches now. 11:53 Homeschool Co-op 13:49 When did Jason stop playing with toys? 15:16 Major League chances… 17:19 Insurance and Jason’s kidney disease. 18:00 Celebrating your birthday month? 22:57 We never wake up our kids. 24:24 We sleep with a fan? 29:06 Practical gifts vs. non-practical gifts 36:36 The worst gifts ever.  43:18 Who is harder to shop for? 47:44 Life insurance for an Apple Watch? 52:11 The gift YOU can give.  53:27 Upcoming events! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we are recording from our car, so sorry in advance for the audio. But we have a good topic for you: choosing your battles. We talk about when it makes sense to dig in and fight for something that really matters, and when it is better for your sanity, marriage, or parenting to let it go. From the small arguments that are not worth the energy to the big moments that shape life together, we share some laughs, a few stories, and hopefully give you something to think about the next time you face a battle of your own. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why does every town in America feel exactly the same? You pull off the highway and it’s the same Applebee’s, the same Walmart, the same McDonald’s, the same beige strip malls with the same parking lots. In this episode, Jason and Emily wonder out loud: is this what it was supposed to be? We talk about how copy-and-paste towns strip away character and community, what we miss about places that actually feel unique, and whether it’s possible to find (or build) something different in a world of sameness. 00:00 The Cracker of Cracker Barrel  02:38 America has become copy & paste. 04:52 Cracker Barrel’s maple syrup problem.  06:31 Modernism in America. 09:05 Capitalism? 11:02 Regulations can be really bad… 12:56 We’re too far gone.  15:01 It’s not supposed to be this way.  17:37 Emily’s theory.  21:27 The future looks bleak.  24:01 Emily knows whose fault it is.  29:05 sigh… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Should we stay or should we go? In this episode, Jason and Emily wrestle with the big question so many families face: do you settle into the home and life you already have, or do you uproot everything in pursuit of something “better”? It’s the tension between being grateful and content where you are, while also dreaming about more space, a different town, or a new chapter. Join us as we talk about the pros, cons, and deeper heart questions behind making (or not making) a big move. 00:00 We went out to eat! 02:44 Our kids bought hatchets. 06:21 We couldn’t believe this happened. 11:45 Library books in the bathroom? 13:11 Would you ever move to Nashville? 14:46 We were looking at a house… 19:13 The Dave Ramsey Method 22:00 We are the problem.  24:16 A new house.  28:30 Housing prices are nuts. 30:38 Factory farmed meat rant.  33:00 Emily brings a lead test kit. 36:06 Why RVC exists… 37:02 Our house is awkward. 39:26 Clarity from a shooting. 40:52 What about core memories? 45:46 My way or the kids’ way? 46:58 Jason shouldn’t be home… 49:00 Jason wants to move. 51:49 Emily just wants visitors.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Emily takes the lead to talk about something every parent wrestles with (whether we admit it or not): guiding our kids toward a career path, even when they’re still years away from driver’s licenses and first jobs. Should we be steering them early, or letting them wander? 00:00 Emily doesn’t feel well 01:46 Terrain Theory 04:38 Jason’s Starbucks Mug 05:41 Emily’s Beautiful Drinking Jar 09:46 Who sells these things? 11:37 The dangers of Dawn Dish Soap. 12:58 Emily’s leading the podcast today. 16:53 It’s natural to interrupt people. 18:08 How parents influence their children. 20:09 Students can’t have water bottles. 23:40 Teachers can’t pay for classroom supplies. 25:37 Back to back to school signs… 27:09 Influencing your kids’ careers.  28:22 Emily chokes on her own words… 29:07 Knowing what you want… 32:31 Hidden secret of grocery store displays 34:57 Ministry jobs are hard. 36:59 Father-son occupations.  42:28 Emily wanted to be a soldier.  45:23 Emily hands over the reins.  46:34 When the world changed… 47:49 Homeschool field trips are different.  50:54 Kids have no idea.  54:54 Emily’s epiphany.  55:18 Gen Z. 01:02:53 The way parents should go… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rejection happens to everyone, but that doesn’t make it any less awkward, humbling, or downright hilarious in hindsight. In this episode of The Really Very Crunchy Podcast, Emily and Jason share their funniest and most cringe-worthy rejection stories, from celebrity “no’s” that left our inbox feeling lonely, to job applications that went absolutely nowhere, to those relationship rejections we swore we’d never talk about (until now). (00:00) Intro (01:40) Rejected by Carrie Underwood (02:54) Rejected by John Crist (05:53) Rejected by Relient K (06:49) Rejected by Switchfoot (09:12) Not famous enough… (10:20) Rejected in relationships (16:02) Rejected in job interviews (18:16) Rejecting each other (21:40) What is rejection? (22:48) Not caring (23:36) Rejected by publishers (29:40) Emily’s dark joke (30:50) The End Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why buy new when you can thrift? In this episode, Emily dives headfirst into her love of thrifting, digging through racks, the joy of the hunt, and that magical feeling when you score something amazing for just a few dollars. She shares her all-time best thrift store finds,  what makes secondhand shopping so special, and why it’s the ultimate sustainable, budget-friendly, and personality-packed way to shop. Emily's best thrift finds: The Couch The Painting The Table (00:00) Emily’s Ailments (02:47 ) Teaching our son about traffic safety (04:03) This keeps Jason up at night… (05:41) What does Emily love about thrifting? (06:20) Our town’s terrible book outlook (08:36) What is twaddle?  (10:43) Back to - What does Emily love about thrifting (11:25) The state of thrifting today (14:14) Facebook Marketplace woes (18:50) You can’t get this anywhere else! (20:15) Thrifting clothes (21:41) Price vs. Vibe (23:33) Emily is impossible to shop for (26:16) Our favorite thrift finds (35:25) Rapid fire questions (40:26) Wasting Emily’s time… (43:30) Hacking the system (47:40) The End Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

That episode about the murder in Emily’s childhood, and how it made her so afraid of death: Anxiety Nearly Broke Me https://pod.link/1743468035/episode/f1a62a79a167c534d48c5ef33b16eab2 Emily’s Book: https://amzn.to/4kMHpDX Episode Description: This week Emily and Jason wade through the attic (and their feelings) to talk childhood keepsakes. They confess their own nostalgia bins are embarrassingly light and unpack the weird regret of not hanging onto more tiny treasures. Along the way they tackle questions every parent eventually faces: * How much memory clutter is healthy clutter? * When does sentimental value turn into straight-up hoarding? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode we talk about how Emily threw out her back, weird things happening at the Paducah gaseous diffusion plant, and we contemplate living ten miles upriver from what feels like a future disaster zone. But the heart of this episode? Families are homeschooling their kids… from Disney World. Every day. We have thoughts. Many thoughts. And possibly a few rants. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Emily’s Book: https://amzn.to/4kMHpDX Episode Description: In this episode, Jason and Emily pull back the curtain on their creative routine—sharing the hard deadlines that keep ideas moving, the mini workouts that shake loose fresh perspectives, and the small, repeatable habits that turn scribbles into polished projects. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this bonus episode, we're talking: How far would you go financially to save a pet you love like a child? This week we’re talking about the DINK (dual income, no kids) pet economy: $4,000 emergency surgeries, acupuncture for arthritic goldendoodles, raw-food subscriptions that cost more than your own groceries, and the emotional math of “worth it.”  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Check out the sponsors of this episode! Reencle: visit⁠ reencle.co⁠ and use Discount Code “Crunchy” for an exclusive 10% off in addition to any current promotion. https://tinyurl.com/RVCReencle _____ The Road to Kaeluma: Visit jesusfilm.org/kaeluma-RVC to listen, learn more, or access discussion guides and other bonus content! ——— 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Check out Emily’s book! https://amzn.to/3TWMnD8 Check out the sponsors of this episode! Reencle: visit⁠⁠ reencle.co⁠⁠ and use Discount Code “Crunchy” for an exclusive 10% off in addition to any current promotion. ⁠https://tinyurl.com/RVCReencle⁠ _____ The Road to Kaeluma: Visit ⁠jesusfilm.org/kaeluma-RVC⁠ to listen, learn more, or access discussion guides and other bonus content! Episode Description: In this episode, we’re talking about the daily health choices that quietly shape your life—from what you eat, to how you move. The truth? It all matters. But the solution isn’t going off the deep end with celery juice cleanses and cryo chambers. It’s starting small, doing what you can, and building from there. We’ll share some of the choices we’ve made, what’s worked, what hasn’t, and how to pursue better health without losing your mind (or your social life). Let’s get into it—real life, real health.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Reencle: visit⁠ reencle.co⁠ and use Discount Code “Crunchy” for an exclusive 10% off in addition to any current promotion. https://tinyurl.com/RVCReencle ____ Life Skills Now: Go to ⁠kidscookrealfood.com/RVC⁠ and grab your free spot in #LifeSkillsNow today—because capable kids don’t happen by accident. _____ The Road to Kaeluma: Visit jesusfilm.org/kaeluma-RVC to listen, learn more, or access discussion guides and other bonus content! 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meet us at the Wellness Collective Event in Lancaster, PA! www.wellnesscollectiveevent.com Use code REALLYVERYCRUNCHY for 15% off.  ___ Emily will also be at the Cultivate Women’s Homestead Retreat! https://www.cultivatehomesteadretreat.com/specialguests ____ Check out our Nature Journaling Water Color Course! First few lessons are free, no signup required! https://www.reallyverycrunchy.com/courses ___ Check out this episode’s sponsors! Reencle: visit⁠ reencle.co⁠ and use Discount Code “Crunchy” for an exclusive 10% off in addition to any current promotion. https://tinyurl.com/RVCReencle ____ Life Skills Now: Go to ⁠kidscookrealfood.com/rvc  and grab your free spot in #LifeSkillsNow today—because capable kids don’t happen by accident. _____ The Road to Kaeluma: Visit jesusfilm.org/kaeluma-RVC to listen, learn more, or access discussion guides and other bonus content! 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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: modern-homesteading.myshopify.com/CRUNCHY10 Check out this episode’s sponsors! Reencle: visit⁠ reencle.co⁠ and use Discount Code “Crunchy” for an exclusive 10% off in addition to any current promotion. https://tinyurl.com/RVCReencle ____ Life Skills Now: Go to ⁠kidscookrealfood.com/RVC⁠ and grab your free spot in #LifeSkillsNow today—because capable kids don’t happen by accident. _____ The Road to Kaeluma: Visit jesusfilm.org/kaeluma-RVC to listen, learn more, or access discussion guides and other bonus content! 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? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Link: https://amzn.to/3Zw9SGl Hope to see you at the Modern Homesteading Conference: ⁠modern-homesteading.myshopify.com/CRUNCHY10⁠ 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. Check out the sponsors of this episode! Reencle: visit⁠⁠ reencle.co⁠⁠ and use Discount Code “Crunchy” for an exclusive 10% off in addition to any current promotion. ⁠https://tinyurl.com/RVCReencle⁠ ____ Life Skills Now: Go to ⁠⁠kidscookrealfood.com/RVC⁠⁠ and grab your free spot in #LifeSkillsNow today—because capable kids don’t happen by accident. _____ The Road to Kaeluma: Visit ⁠jesusfilm.org/kaeluma-RVC⁠ to listen, learn more, or access discussion guides and other bonus content! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hope to see you at the Modern Homesteading Conference: modern-homesteading.myshopify.com/CRUNCHY10 Check out the sponsors of this episode! Reencle: visit⁠ reencle.co⁠ and use Discount Code “Crunchy” for an exclusive 10% off in addition to any current promotion. https://tinyurl.com/RVCReencle ____ Life Skills Now: Go to ⁠kidscookrealfood.com/RVC⁠ and grab your free spot in #LifeSkillsNow today—because capable kids don’t happen by accident. _____ The Road to Kaeluma: Visit jesusfilm.org/kaeluma-RVC to listen, learn more, or access discussion guides and other bonus content! ____ 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Check out the sponsors of this episode! Reencle: visit⁠ reencle.co⁠ and use Discount Code “Crunchy” for an exclusive 10% off in addition to any current promotion. https://tinyurl.com/RVCReencle ____ Life Skills Now: Go to ⁠kidscookrealfood.com/RVC⁠ and grab your free spot in #LifeSkillsNow today—because capable kids don’t happen by accident. _____ The Road to Kaeluma: Visit jesusfilm.org/kaeluma-RVC to listen, learn more, or access discussion guides and other bonus content! ____ 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Check out the sponsors of this episode! Reencle: visit⁠ reencle.co⁠ and use Discount Code “Crunchy” for an exclusive 10% off in addition to any current promotion. https://tinyurl.com/RVCReencle _____ Life Skills Now: Go to ⁠kidscookrealfood.com/RVC⁠ and grab your free spot in #LifeSkillsNow today—because capable kids don’t happen by accident. _____ 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Check out the sponsors of this episode! Reencle: visit reencle.co and use Discount Code “Crunchy” for an exclusive 10% off in addition to any current promotion. https://tinyurl.com/RVCReencle ____ Life Skills Now: Go to kidscookrealfood.com/RVC and grab your free spot in #LifeSkillsNow today—because capable kids don’t happen by accident. In this episode, Jason and Emily unpack the pros and cons of big city life vs. small town living. From public transportation and walkable grocery stores to the joy (and occasional chaos) of tight-knit communities, they compare the hustle of urban living with the slower pace of small-town charm. Whether you're a city dweller dreaming of open skies or a small-town soul craving late-night Indian food, this one’s for you. The video with the nice house in it: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/G4ue-G02wgc The video about a small town: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/No-uv8hJA_4 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you a jerk? Am I a jerk? In this episode of The Really Very Crunchy Podcast, Emily and Jason Morrow wrestle with a surprisingly deep question: what does it actually mean to be a jerk? From social awkwardness to strong opinions and crunchy mom convictions, they break down the difference between confidence and condescension, intention and impact. Are crunchy moms just misunderstood—or do they sometimes cross the line? With humor, humility, and a touch of self-doubt, they explore whether being a jerk is less about what you do and more about how you’re perceived. Here's the video referenced in today's episode: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/y7I8dVHncHM Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Thinking of starting a homeschool nature group but not sure where to begin? In this episode of The Really Very Crunchy Podcast, Emily and Jason break down how Emily started Forest Friends—a thriving nature-based homeschool community for moms and their kids. Emily shares the ups and downs, from awkward first meetups to finding your people, and offers real talk on building a group that actually works. Whether you're a seasoned homeschooler or just dreaming of more outdoor time and connection, this episode covers the practical steps, emotional hurdles, and sweet rewards of leading a nature co-op. Tune in to hear how creating community can feel weird, wonderful, and worth it. Links: Emily's Book https://amzn.to/4m0VEqA The Opossum Video: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/d4yP4us0q4g The Nature Station Video: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/Z42L1-wVaaA Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you're interested in hanging out with Emily at the Modern Homestead Conference check out the link below! https://modernhomesteading.com/tickets-2025/ This week, Emily and Jason Morrow recount the chaos and cuteness of their unexpected adventure as foster parents to baby opossums—midnight feedings, marsupial meltdowns, and all. But the conversation takes a turn when Emily admits she’s always considered herself a laid-back, go-with-the-flow Type B… until Jason presents some surprising evidence to the contrary. Is it possible the queen of crunchy calm is actually a closet Type A? The debate gets personal, hilarious, and oddly insightful. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When their son suddenly developed a mysterious rash, Emily and Jason Morrow made a rare trip to the doctor—only to be handed a prescription for antibiotics after a 30-second glance. They waited it out instead, and the rash disappeared after some home remedies created by Emily. In this episode, they question why antibiotics are so overprescribed, and why the modern medical system seems to skip holistic approaches in favor of quick fixes. It's a hilarious, slightly chaotic conversation about trusting your gut (literally and figuratively), unnecessary medication, and whether Jason now fears pharmacists more than doctors. If you’ve ever wondered if that prescription was really necessary, this one’s for you. The book Emily wanted you to check out: https://amzn.to/4jO8Ltt And a t-shirt if you want to join our "commune..." https://www.reallyverycrunchy.com/store Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Emily and Jason unpack a spicy little gem from the comments section—someone thinks we’re terrible people.Not just mildly annoying. Full-blown villains. So naturally, we take that critique to its logical (and very extreme) conclusion. Are we starting a cult? Sacrificing goats? Gaslighting the masses through sourdough reels? No. We’re just telling stories. That’s it. But also, Emily casually became an award-winning children’s book author, so maybe we are too powerful. Tune in for a very unserious conversation about internet outrage, accidental influence, and the true horror of being misunderstood online. Check out Emily's AWARD WINNING children's book! https://amzn.to/3G7ptoU Here's where you can get a t-shirt: https://www.reallyverycrunchy.com/store Also, here's that video we discussed in the episode: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DIBi_dnx8jF/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1v6lbhg1syRkmg8ZpbCQymRToL3K3bapK/view?usp=share_link 🎨 Artwork by Emily’s brother, John Simpson, featuring our kids! https://www.youtube.com/shorts/l-irkBouBrE 📹 Check out the short video we made about A.I. earlier this week (April 7)! — This week on *The Really Very Crunchy Podcast,* we're stepping into the world of artificial intelligence—how it's changing our lives, the planet, and the creative space. We talk about the good (yay for help with spreadsheets!), the bad (can we not replace artists, please?), and the uncertain (should we be worried about Skynet?). We explore: - The environmental cost of A.I. systems - What ethical use looks like (if that even exists) - How creatives are responding - And the ultimate question: How far is too far? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

https://www.instagram.com/plantmagepat/   Want AMAZING plant facts? Follow Pat on Instagram.   https://amzn.to/3XI5HX8   Grab Emily’s hilarious and crunchy book here! Buckle up, nerds—it’s time to get *factual*. In this episode, Jason and Emily bring you a whirlwind of weird, wild, and wonderful facts you never knew you needed. This one’s for the commenters who said they want more “educational content.” Fine. You asked. We delivered. Prepare for your brain to explode (in a fun way). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Emily and Jason spiral (lovingly) into a full-blown existential crisis about how wildly wasteful our world has become. From single-use everything to perfectly good items tossed in the trash, they wonder how we all just... live like this? But don’t worry—it’s funny! They laugh through the panic, question their own trash habits, and wonder aloud if society might one day wake up and smell the compost. Emily also shares her latest hyperfixation: westerns. Because if there’s one thing the frontier life got right, it was using every part of the buffalo... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you haven't gotten your Really Very Crunchy T-shirt, we got more printed! https://www.reallyverycrunchy.com/store We’ve all had those moments we wish we could erase, but let’s be honest—our most embarrassing stories make the best content. This week, Emily and Jason dive into their most cringeworthy memories, from the time Jason had to strut around McDonald’s in a full Batman costume to the horrifying realization that Emily and her friends had been joyfully playing in… raw sewage. (Yep, you read that right.) These are the moments that humble us, haunt us, and, ultimately, make for a great laugh. Plus, Jason shares an update on his new keto journey as he works to improve his kidney health. Tune in for the awkwardness, stay for the inspiration—because sometimes, the best way to get through life’s most humiliating moments is to laugh about them later. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Want a Really Very Crunchy shirt? Check out the link below. If we run out of stock, just be sure to sign up to be notified and we should have more by next week! (March 2025) http://reallyverycrunchy.com/store Marriage is full of big moments, little annoyances, and unexpected challenges—and we're talking about all of them in this episode! Jason and Emily dive into what really makes a marriage work, from communication and trust to knowing when *not* to bring home ice cream. (Spoiler: Jason made a critical error.) They share a recent disagreement over a grocery store decision gone wrong and how small moments like these can reveal deeper truths about partnership. They also get into something more serious—Jason’s journey with polycystic kidney disease. He opens up about what it means for their family, his efforts to reverse its effects naturally, and the lifestyle changes he’s making to take control of his health. Through laughter, honesty, and a little friendly debate, Jason and Emily unpack what it means to show up for each other in sickness and in health—and why marriage is just one long adventure in learning and growing together. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get your Really Very Crunchy shirts here! https://www.reallyverycrunchy.com/store See Emily at the Modern Homesteading Convention https://modernhomesteading.com/tickets-2025/ Hang out with Emily at the 2025 Cultivate Homestead Retreat: https://www.cultivatehomesteadretreat.com/ Episode Description: Emily and Jason are back from the road, and they’ve got stories to tell! After weeks of traveling, performing, and meeting incredible people, they’re reflecting on the highs, the unexpected challenges, and how the experience has made them even sharper at what they do. From overcoming stage mishaps to learning how to keep the energy up day after day, this tour wasn’t just a trip—it was a crash course in getting better at their craft.  But that’s not all. Apparently, their recent apocalypse episode ruffled some feathers, and another podcaster has a few things to say about it. Emily and Jason aren’t here for the “stay in your lane” mindset, though. Whether it’s comedy, parenting, or the end of the world, why should anyone limit themselves? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Be sure to get your tickets for the last two days of the tour! https://www.reallyverycrunchy.com/tour What makes a story truly compelling? In this episode, Emily and Jason break down the magic of storytelling—why some stories stick with us and others fall flat. They explore Jason’s top five favorite films, and debate whether his movie taste is actually trash (spoiler: Emily thinks it is).  But there’s a catch—knowledge of story structure has officially ruined movies for Emily. Now, she can’t just enjoy a film without analyzing every plot beat, character arc, and emotional manipulation tactic.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get your tickets to our upcoming show now! https://www.reallyverycrunchy.com/tour Emily and Jason are gearing up for their upcoming tour, and while Emily’s excited, Jason’s feeling the pressure. They chat about pre-show jitters, the internet’s latest meltdown over Emily’s Get Your Pink Back joke, and why people take everything so seriously. Meanwhile, Jason proposes a groundbreaking idea—if women get their pink back, dads need their own official representative bird. Bald eagle? Pigeon? Something that thrives on dad energy? It’s a chaotic mix of tour talk, internet outrage, and extremely unnecessary bird discourse. Tune in for laughs, mild anxiety, and Jason once again fighting for dads everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Emily and Jason face the ultimate test—figuring out if they have what it takes to survive the end of the world. Would they be the resourceful leaders of a new society, or would they be taken out immediately by something embarrassingly preventable? They break down the types of people most likely to survive, the absolute worst ones to be stuck with, and which apocalypse scenario is actually the most realistic.  From total government collapse to AI takeovers, they cover the best (and worst) survival strategies with absolutely no expertise. Will their crunchy lifestyle give them an edge, or will their aversion to synthetic materials be their downfall?  It’s chaotic, it’s ridiculous, and it just might be the most unhinged episode yet. If you’ve ever wondered how you’d fare in an apocalypse, this one’s for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's a picture of Emily's car: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Hi-YHisANu4w1KoK9SIooBml-f9DsSdK/view?usp=sharing Emily and Jason talk about what it means to go against the grain. For Emily, it was never a choice—life circumstances forced her to take an unconventional path, and it just stuck. From childhood to motherhood, she’s always found herself zigging when supposed to zag. For Jason, going against the grain has been his way of making people laugh and feel accepted. Whether cracking jokes in a room full of strangers or challenging the status quo with humor, he’s always leaned into the unexpected. Together, they share stories of pushing past norms, embracing the uncomfortable, and finding freedom in doing things differently. Whether you’ve always walked your own path or feel the pressure to conform, this episode is a reminder that the best things in life often come from choosing the road less traveled. Please check out our tour! It's at the end of February! https://www.reallyverycrunchy.com/tour Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What do you do when you’re handed new information? Do you panic? Do you roll your eyes and ignore it? Or do you start researching until you’re knee-deep in rabbit holes? From food dyes in kids’ snacks to lead lurking in everyday objects, we explore how to evaluate what’s worth acting on and what’s just noise.  Emily's Book: Really Very Crunchy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pre-Order Ginny Yurich's new book now! Homeschooling: You're Doing It Right Just By Doing It Emily and Jason welcome their very first guest—Ginny Yurich, the founder of 1000 Hours Outside! Ginny joins us for a heartwarming and hilarious conversation about the rollercoaster journey of motherhood. We talk about birth stories, sharing the good and that bad. Ginny opens up about the challenges of being a new mom and how those early struggles helped inspire her to create 1000 Hours Outside, a movement that’s transformed countless families throughout the world. Plus, we talk about her brand-new book, which is available for pre-order now. Be sure to check out Ginny's Podcast: The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast And her most recent book, which is available everywhere: Until the Streelights Come On: How a Return to Play Brightens Our Present and Prepares Kids for an Uncertain We're going on tour (WITH GINNY)! If you haven't checked out the tour dates, you can find them at https://www.reallyverycrunchy.com/tour Check out Emily's Book: Really Very Crunchy: The Beginner's Guide to Removing Toxins From Your Life Without Adding them To Your Personality https://amzn.to/42ibiXf Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Parenting is no joke, and in this episode, Jason and I dive into the trenches of what works (and what really doesn’t) with our 7- and 5-year-old. We’re sharing some of our favorite hacks and strategies, including our go-to acronym SMILE—Singing, Movement, Imagination, Loving, and Engaging. It’s how we’ve kept the peace (mostly) and the fun (usually) alive in our household.  But it’s not all sunshine and Montessori rainbows. We’re also getting real about the challenges, like the dreaded “hand-over-hand” technique that often ends in frustration for everyone involved. If you’ve ever felt like you’re winging it as a parent, this one’s for you. Tune in for laughs, relatable moments, and maybe a tip or two that’ll make your parenting journey just a little bit easier—or at least more entertaining.  Books we reference in the podcast: The Whole Brain Child https://amzn.to/40wUaLU Joyful Toddlers & Preschoolers https://amzn.to/42iihiP Simplicity Parenting https://amzn.to/3PE2hQN Emily’s Books Really Very Crunchy https://amzn.to/4fTfVKB Little Helper, Big Imagination https://amzn.to/3C9RwCv Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You know those moments in life where you just stop and think, How did I even get here? In this episode, Jason and I dive into some of our most surreal “pinch me” experiences. Both of us share a few of our celebrity encounters, (and the one time Jason spent the day with a star from The Office), and where one famous comedian even asked him for a bag of cocaine.  And then there’s me—of course, I take a turn down memory lane for a few of my “I can’t believe I’m here" moments, a couple being the birth stories of our two kids. There’s laughter, there’s chaos, and yes, there’s some oversharing. Because what’s a podcast without a little too much information, right? Whether it’s brushing shoulders with fame or bringing tiny humans into the world, we’re unpacking those once-in-a-lifetime moments that shape our lives and make for some really great stories. Join us for the ride—it’s equal parts hilarious, heartfelt, and a little bit messy. Just like us! Listen now and let us know your own “I can’t believe I’m here” stories. You might just make it into a future episode! The first MRCOOL Video with Brian Baumgartner: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7llhZrgi7SM And the second MRCOOL Video with Brian Regan: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g56Dqs47OZg&t=23s Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Emily and Jason are back with a lighthearted yet insightful take on New Year’s resolutions! Jason shares surprising (and slightly depressing) stats about how most resolutions fail and why the key to success lies in setting achievable goals. Together, they discuss their own plans for the year, from better overall health and keeping the house perpetually drop-by ready to Jason's ambition to write write another book this year. Of course, it wouldn’t be an episode without their signature humor: Emily reflects on her crunchy mom approach to health goals, while Jason grapples with the practicality of living in a perpetually clean home with kids. Along the way, they drop some nuggets of wisdom about embracing progress over perfection. Whether you’re a die-hard resolution maker or you’ve sworn off goals entirely, this episode will leave you laughing, inspired, and ready to take on 2025. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we’re diving into the often-misunderstood world of crunchy living. Emily and Jason break down the stereotypes surrounding crunchy people—like the idea that they’re overly judgmental, hyper-political, or rigidly conservative—and unpack why these misconceptions persist. Emily shares insights from her recent interview with The New York Times, where the reporter framed her story through a narrow lens, leading to a thought-provoking conversation about narratives and agendas.  At the heart of it all, Emily and Jason ask an important question: Why can’t we all agree on the basics of being healthy, happy humans? With their signature humor and candidness, they challenge listeners to embrace a more open-minded view of what it means to live naturally—and remind everyone that crunchy isn’t a one-size-fits-all label.  If you haven't checked out Emily's book, it's available everywhere: Really Very Crunchy: The Beginner's Guide to Removing Toxins from Your Life Without Adding them to Your Personality Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The holiday season feels different as an adult, with its mix of joy, stress, and nostalgia. This year, Jason reflects on his first Christmas since the passing of both his parents and the bittersweet challenge of keeping traditions alive. Emily shares a heartfelt story about how "Dial-a-Carol" became a surprising source of comfort during a time of intense anxiety. Together, we explore how our perspectives on Christmas have evolved, the ways we’ve found meaning through hard seasons, and the small joys that keep the season magical. Plus, we each share our top three favorite Christmas movies and debate what makes them timeless classics. Whether you’re celebrating, grieving, or somewhere in between, this episode offers a heartfelt and festive conversation about the complexities of the holidays—and why they still matter. Here's a link to the Maileg Mouse Emily talks about. And please be sure to check out our tour dates! https://www.reallyverycrunchy.com/tour Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Emily and Jason dive into the eternal battle of glass-half-full vs. glass-half-empty. Jason channels his inner realist (or pessimist, depending on who you ask), while Emily’s sunny optimism shines through. But here’s the twist—studies show the truth isn’t as simple as you’d think! Does optimism really lead to happiness, or do pessimists have the edge in facing life’s challenges? They debate, they laugh, and they uncover surprising research that might just make you rethink your outlook. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Emily and Jason Morrow dive into the joys (and inevitable chaos) of holiday traditions. Emily recounts her epic Thanksgiving pie disaster. Meanwhile, Jason laments their kids’ uncanny ability to catch a mysterious illness at every single family gathering, leading to a serious discussion: Should they boycott family get togethers during the holidays?  From cringe-worthy holiday fails to the sweet and sentimental moments we all cherish, this episode is packed with laughs, relatable rants, and maybe even a little holiday spirit. Check out our holiday gift guide here! And here's the advent book Emily mentioned in the episode! And here's the Advent companion guide! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Emily and Jason Morrow dive into the fascinating world of personality types and how they shape the way we handle criticism. Are you the type to brush harsh words off with a shrug, or do they linger in your mind for days? Emily candidly shares about finding a recent reddit thread about herself—because, let’s be honest, we all know you should NEVER read a Reddit thread about yourself. Emily and Jason explore how different personalities process feedback—whether it’s constructive or just plain mean—and share their own wins and fails when facing criticism. From marriage to parenting to public life, they reveal the surprising ways personality types can clash or complement. Tune in for laughs, insights, and a reminder that criticism is just part of being human. Join us on our tour! We'd love to see you there. Tour dates and locations are available at the link below. https://www.reallyverycrunchy.com/tour Want to check out our holiday gift guide? Find it at the link below! https://www.reallyverycrunchy.com/giftguide2024 Hate mail? (or non-hate mail is fine, too) Really Very Crunchy PO Box 7326 Paducah, Ky 42002 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We have had some questionable job titles—and even more questionable exits. This week, they’re digging into their work histories to bring you tales from their younger, much less public days. Jason spills the tea about life as a convenience store clerk, and the chaos of being a trash man. Emily reveals the dark secrets of working at Subway—spoiler: you can steal anything but the bread and cookies. They both tell about their woes of being fired or "not asked back." From bizarre bosses to cringe-worthy mistakes, this episode will (hopefully) have you laughing. Hope you enjoy this one - it's as juicy as a footlong with extra sauce! Check out our holiday gift guide! https://www.reallyverycrunchy.com/giftguide2024 We're going on tour with 1000 Hours Outside! https://signup.e2ma.net/signup/2008113/1789559/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Parenthood is often seen as a pathway to fulfillment, but does the reality live up to the hype? With a mix of laughter, honest conversation, and a dash of crunchy wisdom, Emily and Jason unpack the science, cultural expectations, and real-life experiences around parenting and happiness. Are parents really happier than their child-free friends, or is it all just a myth? And how does happiness shift across different stages of raising kids? Tune in as they navigate these questions, sharing insights and perspectives that will resonate with both parents and non-parents alike. Be sure to check out Emily's books! Really Very Crunchy: A Beginner’s Guide to Removing Toxins from Your Life Without Adding Them to Your Personality  Her children's book: Little Helper, Big Imagination Intro/Outro Music Produced by Shannon Rose Webb Check out her music here. Really Very Crunchy Socials YouTube Instagram Facebook TikTok Snapchat Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Emily and Jason Morrow dive headfirst into the wild world of conspiracy theories! Armed with the top 10 conspiracy theories as posted in a Popular Mechanics article, they break down each one and rank them on their own very scientific scale, from “likely just a tall tale” to “maybe there’s something to this.” But this isn’t your typical deep-dive podcast—Emily and Jason keep it light, poking fun at each theory with a healthy dose of skepticism and humor. They also wonder: Why can’t we have fun with conspiracies anymore? Why does everyone seem so quick to take sides and kill the fun? Tune in for some laughs, some “what ifs,” and a refreshing reminder that not every theory needs to be a battle. Be sure to check out Emily's books! Really Very Crunchy: A Beginner’s Guide to Removing Toxins from Your Life Without Adding Them to Your Personality  Her children's book: Little Helper, Big Imagination Intro/Outro Music Produced by Shannon Rose Webb Check out her music here. Really Very Crunchy Socials YouTube Instagram Facebook TikTok Snapchat Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Emily and Jason answer your most burning questions: how often are they barefoot? What’s the crunchiest thing Emily’s done? And does Jason really hate kombucha? Get ready for fun, surprises, and a whole lot of crunchy insights! Emily will also be speaking at the Cultivate: Women's Homestead Retreat. For more information, check out the link below. https://www.cultivatehomesteadretreat.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Emily and Jason dive into a thought-provoking discussion about the best era to live in. If they could go back, which time period would they choose? They explore the notion of "the good ol' days" and question whether every generation believes their present is the worst. Was life truly simpler and better back then, or is this just nostalgic thinking? Join them for a fun and insightful conversation that blends humor with history as they reflect on time periods they love—and those they’re glad to have missed! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Emily and Jason Morrow dive into the importance of family culture and daily rhythms, sharing how these routines create stability—despite the struggle to get it just right. They also give listeners an update on their camping adventure through the Northeast, where the cost of food has them questioning reality. Plus, they tackle a serious issue: how the game of Monopoly has been tearing families apart since the dawn of time. Tune in for laughs, thoughtful discussion, and their signature crunchy take on the challenges of modern family life! Emily will also be speaking at the Cultivate: Women's Homestead Retreat. For more information, check out the link below. https://www.cultivatehomesteadretreat.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're diving into the benefits of travel, even when the budget is tight. Sure, jet-setting across the world is great, but even stepping just outside your city limits can bring big rewards. We’ll talk about how getting out of your routine boosts creativity, refreshes your mind, and brings new perspective to life—without breaking the bank. Whether it’s a weekend getaway or a quick day trip, we’re here to show you why every little adventure is worth it. Pack light and join us for the journey! Emily will also be speaking at the Cultivate: Women's Homestead Retreat. For more information, check out the link below. https://www.cultivatehomesteadretreat.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Emily and Jason dive into their shared love of books and the many ways reading enriches our lives. Whether it's curling up with a paperback, listening to an audiobook, or reading on an e-reader, they explore how stories spark imagination, reduce stress, and expand our minds. Join them as they reminisce about childhood favorites, discover new genres, and share tips on incorporating more reading into your busy life. If you're a book lover—or want to become one—this episode is packed with literary inspiration and crunchy insights! Want to see Emily speak at the Wellness Collective!? Check out the link below for more information. https://www.wellnesscollectiveevent.com/product/VIRTUAL-EVENT-TICKET Emily will also be speaking at the Cultivate: Women's Homestead Retreat. For more information, check out the link below. https://www.cultivatehomesteadretreat.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Emily and Jason recap their chaotic yet heartwarming Autumn Equinox party, where a surprise storm brought everyone closer—literally. Emily reflects on how life’s unexpected twists can lead to beautiful moments, even when plans fall apart. She also shares an update on a mishap at the Wild and Free conference, while Jason opens up about feeling down when it comes to parenting. From party planning disasters to the highs and lows of raising kids, this episode dives into the realities of embracing imperfections and finding joy in the mess. Check out our sponsor, Earthley Wellness! Get 10% off with Promo Code RVC10. https://earthley.com/rvc Also, want to see Emily speak at the Wellness Collective!? Check out the link below for more information. https://www.wellnesscollectiveevent.com/product/VIRTUAL-EVENT-TICKET Emily will also be speaking at the Cultivate: Women's Homestead Retreat. For more information, check out the link below. https://www.cultivatehomesteadretreat.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Emily and Jason Morrow dive into the fascinating world of memory. Our brains have an incredible capacity to store information, but why is it that the memories we want to hold onto often slip away while trivial details linger? Is it possible to find a balance between capturing life’s most meaningful moments and actually living in them? Whether it’s your child’s first steps or a forgotten grocery list, we discuss how to navigate the ebb and flow of memory, and how to let go of the pressure to record everything while still holding onto what matters most. Tune in for a conversation that’ll make you reflect on how we cherish—or miss—the moments that shape us. Emily will also be speaking at the Cultivate: Women's Homestead Retreat. For more information, check out the link below. https://www.cultivatehomesteadretreat.com/ Also, want to see Emily speak at the Wellness Collective!? Check out the link below for more information. https://www.wellnesscollectiveevent.com/product/VIRTUAL-EVENT-TICKET Check out our sponsor, Earthley Wellness! Get 10% off with Promo Code RVC10. https://earthley.com/rvc Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Emily and Jason Morrow dive into the pitfalls of trying to create a "magical childhood" for your kids. While Pinterest-worthy activities and perfectly curated memories sound great, the pressure to constantly entertain and wow your children can leave you exhausted—and them with too-high expectations. Check out our sponsor, Earthley Wellness! Get 10% off with Promo Code RVC10. https://earthley.com/rvc Also, want to see Emily speak at the Wellness Collective!? Check out the link below for more information. https://www.wellnesscollectiveevent.com/product/VIRTUAL-EVENT-TICKET Emily will also be speaking at the Cultivate: Women's Homestead Retreat. For more information, check out the link below. https://www.cultivatehomesteadretreat.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Emily and Jason Morrow tackle the controversial question: Is comedy dead? With cancel culture on the rise and society seemingly more easily offended than ever, the duo explores whether comedy is losing its edge or simply evolving. They discuss the fine line between humor and insensitivity, and whether comedians can still push boundaries in today's cultural climate. Join Emily and Jason as they navigate the challenges facing comedians today, sharing their thoughts on the future of comedy in a world where a single joke can spark outrage. Is comedy truly dying, or is it just adapting to new societal norms? Tune in for a lively discussion that might just leave you laughing—or questioning the future of humor. Check out our sponsor, Earthley Wellness! Get 10% off with Promo Code RVC10. https://earthley.com/rvc Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

019 - In this episode, Emily and Jason Morrow dive into the wild, unpredictable world of learning lessons the hard way. This episode is a rollercoaster of laughter and life lessons. Whether it's a disastrous attempt at going paper towel free or the classic parenting fail that every crunchy mom has faced, Emily and Jason keep it real, reminding us all that sometimes the best wisdom comes from the messiest moments. Tune in for a dose of humor, inspiration, and the comforting realization that, hey, we’re all just figuring it out as we go! ___ Be sure to check out Emily's books! Really Very Crunchy: A Beginner’s Guide to Removing Toxins from Your Life Without Adding Them to Your Personality  Her children's book: Little Helper, Big Imagination Intro/Outro Music Produced by Shannon Rose Webb Check out her music here. https://open.spotify.com/artist/16o01TpoG8Ib6RMshXk1yP?si=czVdfRYwTqiJrsiLGrjQSg Really Very Crunchy Socials YouTube Instagram Facebook TikTok Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

018 - In this heartfelt episode, Emily and Jason Morrow open up about their personal journeys through grief and loss. Emily shares the pain of losing friends to cancer, including a close friend and mentor whose impact on her life was profound. Jason reflects on the deep sorrow of losing both of his parents, eight years apart, and the different ways he has navigated his grief. Together, they explore the idea that everyone deals with loss differently, and that while the pain never truly goes away, healing is possible with time. This episode is a tender reminder that grief is a deeply personal experience, and that it's okay to find your own path to peace. ___ Be sure to check out Emily's books! Really Very Crunchy: A Beginner’s Guide to Removing Toxins from Your Life Without Adding Them to Your Personality  Her children's book: Little Helper, Big Imagination Intro/Outro Music Produced by Shannon Rose Webb Check out her music here. https://open.spotify.com/artist/16o01TpoG8Ib6RMshXk1yP?si=czVdfRYwTqiJrsiLGrjQSg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

017 - In this episode Emily and Jason Morrow dive into the pros and cons of having a third child—because why not make life more chaotic, right? But as they list out the practicalities, they can't help but feel the weight of how strange it is to even be talking about a human life like it's a simple pros-and-cons list. Is it about the logistics, the love, or the sheer insanity of adding another little one into the mix? They unpack their feelings, laugh at the absurdity, and reflect on what it really means to expand your family. Tune in for an honest, humorous, and slightly existential chat about growing a crunchy family. ___ Be sure to check out Emily's books! Really Very Crunchy: A Beginner’s Guide to Removing Toxins from Your Life Without Adding Them to Your Personality  Her children's book: Little Helper, Big Imagination Intro/Outro Music Produced by Shannon Rose Webb Check out her music here. https://open.spotify.com/artist/16o01TpoG8Ib6RMshXk1yP?si=czVdfRYwTqiJrsiLGrjQSg Really Very Crunchy Socials YouTube Instagram Facebook TikTok Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

016 - In this episode we dive into the wonderfully weird world of unusual upbringings. From Jason’s childhood prohibition on rock music to Emily’s nocturnal bonding sessions with her father, stacking shelves at 2 a.m., every upbringing has its quirks. Join us as we explore these bizarre and hilarious stories that shaped our lives. We'll laugh, we might cry, and we’ll definitely appreciate the unique paths that have led to some unforgettable memories. Whether you were raised on a commune or just had a few odd family traditions, this episode is sure to resonate. ___ Want to RSVP to our signing in Highland Park: form.jotform.com/241974358496069 Be sure to check out Emily's books! Really Very Crunchy: A Beginner’s Guide to Removing Toxins from Your Life Without Adding Them to Your Personality  Her children's book: Little Helper, Big Imagination Intro/Outro Music Produced by Shannon Rose Webb Check out her music here. https://open.spotify.com/artist/16o01TpoG8Ib6RMshXk1yP?si=czVdfRYwTqiJrsiLGrjQSg Really Very Crunchy Socials YouTube Instagram Facebook TikTok Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

015 - From the moment we meet someone, we can't help but make snap judgments, but where do we draw the line between healthy discernment and unfair criticism? We'll explore how constructive judgment can foster growth and understanding, while harmful judgments can damage relationships and create unnecessary rifts. As crunchy moms, it's easy to judge others based on their parenting choices, but it's essential to remember the importance of empathy and compassion. Through personal stories and plenty of laughs, we’ll navigate the fine line between offering helpful advice and making unfair assumptions. Join us as we remind ourselves that, at the end of the day, leading with love and kindness is what truly matters. LINKS Emily's book reading at Parnassus Books August 3rd, 2024: Check it out here. Be sure to check out Emily's books! Really Very Crunchy: A Beginner’s Guide to Removing Toxins from Your Life Without Adding Them to Your Personality  Her children's book: Little Helper, Big Imagination Intro/Outro Music Produced by Shannon Rose Webb Check out her music here. https://open.spotify.com/artist/16o01TpoG8Ib6RMshXk1yP?si=czVdfRYwTqiJrsiLGrjQSg Really Very Crunchy Socials YouTube Instagram Facebook TikTok Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

014 - In this episode, Emily and Jason Morrow dive into the art of setting goals and the power of grit. Join them as they explore what it means to cultivate resilience and determination in various aspects of life. From the challenges and rewards of parenting to the dedication required to pursue hobbies and passions, they share personal stories and practical tips on staying motivated. Whether you're a parent striving to balance family and personal goals, or someone looking to reignite your drive in a hobby or career, this episode offers a heartfelt and humorous take on embracing grit to achieve what truly matters. Listen in for an inspiring discussion that will leave you ready to tackle your goals with renewed vigor and a crunchy twist. LINKS Be sure to check out Emily's books! Really Very Crunchy: A Beginner’s Guide to Removing Toxins from Your Life Without Adding Them to Your Personality  Her children's book: Little Helper, Big Imagination Intro/Outro Music Produced by Shannon Rose Webb Check out her music here. https://open.spotify.com/artist/16o01TpoG8Ib6RMshXk1yP?si=czVdfRYwTqiJrsiLGrjQSg Really Very Crunchy Socials YouTube Instagram Facebook TikTok Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

013 - In this episode, Emily and Jason Morrow dive into the world of sleep and the life-changing practice of bed sharing. Both hosts candidly share their struggles with sleepless nights and how embracing bed sharing transformed their lives. Discover the global traditions of bed sharing, its increasing acceptance, and the emerging studies supporting its benefits. Emily and Jason offer insights on the safest ways to bed share, emphasizing what to do and what to avoid to ensure a restful and secure night's sleep for both parents and children. Whether you're a seasoned bed sharer or curious about trying it, this episode is packed with valuable tips and personal anecdotes to help you navigate the journey to better sleep. LINKS Be sure to check out Emily's books! Really Very Crunchy: A Beginner’s Guide to Removing Toxins from Your Life Without Adding Them to Your Personality  Her children's book: Little Helper, Big Imagination Intro/Outro Music Produced by Shannon Rose Webb Check out her music here. https://open.spotify.com/artist/16o01TpoG8Ib6RMshXk1yP?si=czVdfRYwTqiJrsiLGrjQSg Really Very Crunchy Socials YouTube Instagram Facebook TikTok Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

012 - In this episode, Emily and Jason Morrow dive into the world of hospitality. Is it a dying art or experiencing a vibrant resurgence? Join them as they explore this intriguing question, reflecting on personal experiences and cultural shifts. They share practical tips for being hospitable, from creating a welcoming environment to fostering genuine connections. Emily and Jason emphasize the importance of hospitality in today's fast-paced, often disconnected world, highlighting how small gestures can make a big difference. Tune in to discover how you can bring warmth and kindness into your home and community, making the world a little brighter, one act of hospitality at a time. LINKS Be sure to check out Emily's books! Really Very Crunchy: A Beginner’s Guide to Removing Toxins from Your Life Without Adding Them to Your Personality  Her children's book: Little Helper, Big Imagination Intro/Outro Music Produced by Shannon Rose Webb Check out her music here. https://open.spotify.com/artist/16o01TpoG8Ib6RMshXk1yP?si=czVdfRYwTqiJrsiLGrjQSg Really Very Crunchy Socials YouTube Instagram Facebook TikTok Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

011 - In this candid episode, the Emily and Jason Morrow dive into the complexities of the five love languages, exploring how their own preferences often clash and yet create a unique bond. Emily and Jason share personal anecdotes, humor, and practical advice, revealing that understanding love languages is just the beginning. They highlight that no single category fits all relationships and emphasize the importance of discovering what truly works for each couple or for friendships. LINKS Be sure to check out Emily's books! Really Very Crunchy: A Beginner’s Guide to Removing Toxins from Your Life Without Adding Them to Your Personality  Her children's book: Little Helper, Big Imagination Intro/Outro Music Produced by Shannon Rose Webb Check out her music here. https://open.spotify.com/artist/16o01TpoG8Ib6RMshXk1yP?si=czVdfRYwTqiJrsiLGrjQSg Really Very Crunchy Socials YouTube Instagram Facebook TikTok Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

010 - Join Emily and Jason Morrow as they navigate the challenges of clean eating in their hometown, the fast food capital of the world (and the quilting capital of the world!). With burger joints on every corner and deep-fried temptations at every turn, the Morrows are determined to stick to their healthy lifestyle. Can they resist the siren call of greasy goodness while still enjoying their town's vibrant artistic culture? Tune in for an episode filled with laughs, tips, and the occasional stumble as Emily and Jason prove that clean eating is possible, even in the land of fast food. Check out what Emily made for dinner this week! https://smittenkitchen.com/2018/03/sweet-potato-tacos/ Here's that one chart we mentioned (scroll down to fast food). https://www.consumerreports.org/health/food-contaminants/the-plastic-chemicals-hiding-in-your-food-a7358224781/ LINKS Be sure to check out Emily's books! Really Very Crunchy: A Beginner’s Guide to Removing Toxins from Your Life Without Adding Them to Your Personality  Her children's book: Little Helper, Big Imagination Intro/Outro Music Produced by Shannon Rose Webb Check out her music here. https://open.spotify.com/artist/16o01TpoG8Ib6RMshXk1yP?si=czVdfRYwTqiJrsiLGrjQSg Really Very Crunchy Socials YouTube Instagram Facebook TikTok Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

009 - In this episode, Emily and Jason Morrow delve into the world of homeschooling. Join them as they share their personal reasons for choosing to homeschool their children and address the widespread misconceptions surrounding this educational choice. They debunk the myth that homeschooling leads to a lack of socialization, and explore how homeschooling allows for a tailored educational journey, meeting the unique needs and interests of each child. Whether you're a seasoned homeschooler, considering homeschooling, or just curious, this episode offers valuable insights, practical tips, and heartfelt stories about the empowering freedom and flexibility of homeschooling. LINKS Be sure to check out Emily's books! Really Very Crunchy: A Beginner’s Guide to Removing Toxins from Your Life Without Adding Them to Your Personality  Her children's book: Little Helper, Big Imagination Intro/Outro Music Produced by Shannon Rose Webb Check out her music here. https://open.spotify.com/artist/16o01TpoG8Ib6RMshXk1yP?si=czVdfRYwTqiJrsiLGrjQSg Really Very Crunchy Socials YouTube Instagram Facebook TikTok Snapchat Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

008 - Join Emily and Jason Morrow as they delve into the captivating world of influencer culture in this eye-opening episode. Explore the highs and lows of being an influencer, from the perks to the darker, often unseen pitfalls. Emily and Jason share their personal experiences, shedding light on what audiences should watch out for. Additionally, they recount the time they faced a cancel culture attempt. LINKS Be sure to check out Emily's books! Really Very Crunchy: A Beginner’s Guide to Removing Toxins from Your Life Without Adding Them to Your Personality  Her children's book: Little Helper, Big Imagination Intro/Outro Music Produced by Shannon Rose Webb Check out her music here. https://open.spotify.com/artist/16o01TpoG8Ib6RMshXk1yP?si=czVdfRYwTqiJrsiLGrjQSg What we're having for dinner this week: https://iheartumami.com/paleo-beef-with-broccoli/ Really Very Crunchy Socials YouTube Instagram Facebook TikTok Snapchat Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

007 - In this episode, Emily and Jason Morrow delve into the subject of managing money, budgeting effectively, and living sustainably without breaking the bank. They discuss their personal experiences, offer practical tips, and explore how their "crunchy" approach to life—embracing frugality, thriftiness, and environmental consciousness—helps them save money. Whether you're starting from scratch or looking to fine-tune your finances, Emily and Jason provide relatable insights and actionable advice. LINKS Be sure to check out Emily's books! Really Very Crunchy: A Beginner’s Guide to Removing Toxins from Your Life Without Adding Them to Your Personality  Her children's book: Little Helper, Big Imagination Intro/Outro Music Produced by Shannon Rose Webb Check out her music here. https://open.spotify.com/artist/16o01TpoG8Ib6RMshXk1yP?si=czVdfRYwTqiJrsiLGrjQSg Really Very Crunchy Socials YouTube Instagram Facebook TikTok Snapchat Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

006 - *Trigger warning, this episode does briefly mention a family friend who was murdered, but we offer sufficient time to pause for little ears.* In this episode, Emily and Jason Morrow tackle the topic of anxiety with their signature blend of humor and honesty. Emily opens up about her past struggles with crippling anxiety, sharing her journey to healing and how she found peace (most of the time). They explore various techniques and lifestyle changes that have helped Emily regain control over her mental health, offering insights that may benefit listeners seeking a more holistic approach. Tune in for a heartfelt and humorous discussion on overcoming anxiety and embracing a crunchy, natural path to wellness. LINKS Books Mentioned in the Episode: Afraid of All the Things by Scarlet Hiltibidal Until the Streetlights Come On by Ginny Yurich Be sure to check out Emily's books! Really Very Crunchy: A Beginner’s Guide to Removing Toxins from Your Life Without Adding Them to Your Personality  Her children's book: Little Helper, Big Imagination Intro/Outro Music Produced by Shannon Rose Webb Check out her music here. https://open.spotify.com/artist/16o01TpoG8Ib6RMshXk1yP?si=czVdfRYwTqiJrsiLGrjQSg Really Very Crunchy Socials YouTube Instagram Facebook TikTok Snapchat Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

005 - In this episode, hosts Emily and Jason Morrow dive into the hilarious and heartfelt world of people pleasing. Emily, the ultimate crunchy mom and chronic people pleaser, shares her struggles and triumphs in learning how to say "no" without guilt. Meanwhile, Jason, who has perfected the art of setting boundaries (sometimes too well), offers his contrasting perspective. As they navigate this topic, Emily and Jason explore the emotional rollercoaster of being kind and their motivations behind it. Join them for a comedic yet thoughtful discussion that reveals how opposites can indeed attract, and how embracing those differences can lead to a more balanced life. Whether you're a people pleaser like Emily or a boundary-setting pro like Jason, this episode is packed with laughs, insights, and hopefully, some inspiration. Links Be sure to check out Emily's books! Really Very Crunchy: A Beginner's Guide to Removing Toxins from Your Life Without Adding them to Your Personality Her children's book: Little Helper, Big Imagination Intro/Outro Music Produced by Shannon Rose Webb Check out her music here. Really Very Crunchy Socials YouTube Instagram Facebook TikTok Snapchat Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

004 - Join hosts Emily and Jason Morrow as they delve into the concept of slow living and explore how the culture of busyness is impacting our lives. In a world where speed is often prioritized over quality, Emily and Jason discuss how this fast-paced lifestyle can hinder our ability to truly enjoy life and engage in meaningful, fulfilling activities. Through insightful, comedic conversations and practical tips, they offer guidance on how to slow down, savor the moment, and cultivate a more balanced and enriched existence. Links Until the Streetlights Come On by Ginny Yurich Be sure to check out Emily's books! Really Very Crunchy: A Beginner’s Guide to Removing Toxins from Your Life Without Adding Them to Your Personality  Her children's book: Little Helper, Big Imagination Intro/Outro Music Produced by Shannon Rose Webb Check out her music here. https://open.spotify.com/artist/16o01TpoG8Ib6RMshXk1yP?si=czVdfRYwTqiJrsiLGrjQSg Really Very Crunchy Socials YouTube Instagram Facebook TikTok Snapchat Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

003 - Join hosts Emily and Jason Morrow as they tackle the frustrating yet funny world of decision-making challenges. Ever get stuck making the simplest choices? That's Emily's world. This episode dives into the causes of her analysis paralysis and its comedic effects on her everyday decisions. They'll share stories, laugh at the absurdities of overthinking, and discuss practical tips for anyone who finds themselves hesitating over the trivial choices in life. Join them for a humorous exploration of indecision and discover whether Emily can find her way through the maze of her mind or if it's just another day lost to deliberation. Links Be sure to check out Emily's books! Really Very Crunchy: A Beginner's Guide to Removing Toxins from Your Life Without Adding them to Your Personality Her children's book: Little Helper, Big Imagination Intro/Outro Music Produced by Shannon Rose Webb Check out her music here. Really Very Crunchy Socials YouTube Instagram Facebook TikTok Snapchat Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

002 - This episode finds Emily and Jason humorously confronting the realities of nearing their 40s. They candidly discuss the quirks and surprises of aging, from unexpected aches to deeper reflections on life's impermanence. Jason also shares his personal journey with polycystic kidney disease, adding a unique perspective to the discussion on health as we age. With a blend of humor and heartfelt discussion, they explore what it means to grow older, including both the comic absurdities and the poignant moments that this journey brings. Join them as they navigate the laughter and the lessons of getting older. Links Be sure to check out Emily's books! Really Very Crunchy: A Beginner's Guide to Removing Toxins from Your Life Without Adding them to Your Personality Her children's book: Little Helper, Big Imagination Intro/Outro Music Produced by Shannon Rose Webb Check out her music here. Really Very Crunchy Socials YouTube Instagram Facebook TikTok Snapchat Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

001 - In this episode, Emily and Jason Morrow take you on a comedic journey through their worldwide travels and the ups and downs they've encountered along the way. Despite their success and millions of followers, Emily and Jason don't shy away from the less glamorous sides of their lives, including struggles with anxiety, illness, and financial woes. They also share a more somber chapter from their past—a decision they deeply regret, providing a stark contrast to their usual comedic tone. This episode offers a humorous yet honest look at the realities behind their public achievements, reminding us that the full story is often hidden behind a smile. Links Be sure to check out Emily's books! Really Very Crunchy: A Beginner's Guide to Removing Toxins from Your Life Without Adding them to Your Personality Her children's book: Little Helper, Big Imagination Intro/Outro Music Produced by Shannon Rose Webb Check out her music here. Really Very Crunchy Socials YouTube Instagram Facebook TikTok Snapchat Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to The Really Very Crunchy Podcast! Join hosts Emily and Jason as they explore the quirky contours of daily life, offering a blend of humor and insight. Known for their comedic sketches on social media, Emily and Jason now invite you into deeper conversations about life’s enigmas, the ups and downs of parenting, what it's like being a crunchy mom, how to foster healthy relationships, and so much more. Whether you're into their light-hearted jests or looking for a thoughtful take on everyday life, this podcast promises plenty of laughs and aha moments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices