Walk Around the Block
119 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 months ago - ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsI like talking, stories and getting worked up over things that don't concern me. I like taking walks around the block with all three.
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The Buzz and a catch
January 16, 2021 00:00 - 11 minutes - 8.16 MBOn this week's Walk Around the Block, we talk dinner time and my favorite stories of the week. Show notes: The Easiest-Ever Guide to Trimming Your Own Bangs Like a Pro: https://www.realsimple.com/beauty-fashion/hair/hair-care/how-to-cut-bangs Finally! Homegoods is Launching an E-Commerce site So You Can Shop Online: https://www.realsimple.com/syndication/homegoods-online-shopping At 80, She is the Defiant Editor of 'The Buzz': https://www.nytimes.com/2021/01/14/nyregion/assisted-living-news...
Happy New Year!
January 12, 2021 00:00 - 10 minutes - 6.89 MBOn this week's Walk Around the Block, we catch up on the end of 2020 and talk all things new year.
Virtual cooking and the art of wrapping
December 19, 2020 00:00 - 12 minutes - 8.54 MBOn this week's Walk Around the Block, we talk virtual cooking and the art of gift wrapping. Show notes: Oreo Marshmallow Bars: https://cookiesandcups.com/cookies-cream-marshmallow-bars/ Gift bag organizer I have: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B075Q425QS/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Gift wrapping hacks: https://www.prevention.com/life/a34944976/gift-wrapping-trick-geometry/?utm_source=pocket&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=pockethits
Christmas trees and Christmas cheer
December 05, 2020 01:00 - 13 minutes - 9.61 MBOn this week's Walk Around the Block, we talk Christmas trees and Christmas cheer. Show notes: The Christ Child (really good!): https://www.comeuntochrist.org/light-the-world-2020/the-christ-child 2020 Christmas Devotional: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/broadcasts?lang=eng&video=2020-First-Presidency%27s-Christmas-Devotional&mode=watch My Target Christmas trees: https://www.target.com/p/2pk-3ft-unlit-potted-douglas-fir-artificial-tree-wondershop-8482/-/A-79195293#lnk=sametab Shelly J...
Thanksgiving sides and gratitude
November 21, 2020 01:00 - 13 minutes - 9.06 MBOn this week's Walk Around the Block, we talk Thanksgiving sides and gratitude. Show notes: The Power of Gratitude: http://powerofgratitude.org/ The Ultimate Thanksgiving Dinner Menu: https://www.fivethirtyeight.com/features/the-ultimate-thanksgiving-dinner-menu/amp/ Pineapple Casserole recipe: https://www.southernliving.com/recipes/pineapple-casserole-recipe
My sandwich switch-up and an Ironman
November 14, 2020 05:00 - 12 minutes - 8.33 MBOn this week's Walk Around the Block, we talk about my sandwich switch-up and the inspiring story of an Ironman. Show notes: Chris Nikic on being 1 percent better: https://www.instagram.com/p/CGkAkbyBtu_/ Chris Nikic's website: https://chrisnikic.com/ Alma 37:6: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/bofm/alma/37?lang=eng
News you can (maybe) use
November 08, 2020 01:00 - 12 minutes - 8.34 MBOn this week's Walk Around the Block, we'll talk some recent news, including stress eating, yoga pants and TV theme songs. Show notes: How to Cope With Stress Eating Through the 2020 Election: https://www.cnn.com/2020/11/06/health/cope-with-stress-eating-2020-election-wellness/index.html You're Not the Only One Who Stress-Shopped This Week: https://www.nbcnews.com/business/consumer/you-re-not-only-one-who-stress-shopped-week-n1246647 Teens are Calling Yoga Pants 'Flared Leggings': https://...
Best and worst of Halloween candy
October 31, 2020 03:00 - 13 minutes - 9.13 MBOn this week's Walk Around the Block, we'll break down the best, the worst and the most popular Halloween candy. Show notes: The Most Popular Halloween Candy, Now and Decades Past: https://www.aarp.org/home-family/your-home/info-2020/halloween-candy.html The Definitive Ranking of Worst and Best Halloween Candies: https://www.candystore.com/blog/holidays/halloween/definitive-ranking-best-worst-halloween-candies/
Boos and Halloween plans
October 23, 2020 22:00 - 12 minutes - 8.84 MBOn this week's Walk Around the Block, we talk booing and my plans for Halloween. Show notes: Carson Daly's Creative Candy Luge: https://www.today.com/parents/carson-daly-s-creative-candy-luge-ensures-safe-halloween-t195078
Decorating update and a shoe dilemma
October 16, 2020 22:00 - 12 minutes - 8.52 MBOn this week's Walk Around the Block, we have a fall decorating update and my recent shoe dilemma. Show notes: Dr. Scholl's shoes: https://www.zappos.com/dr-scholls
Quick updates and all things organization
October 10, 2020 04:00 - 13 minutes - 9.59 MBOn this week's Walk Around the Block, we go over some quick updates and talk all things organization. Show notes: Thin Mint Rice Krispie Treats: https://cookiesandcups.com/thin-mint-krispie-treats/ October General Conference: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/general-conference?lang=eng Barefoot Contessa Tomato Soup: https://barefootcontessa.com/recipes/easy-tomato-soup-grilled-cheese-croutons
Loose ends and fall decorating
October 02, 2020 22:00 - 14 minutes - 9.71 MBOn this week's Walk Around the Block, we talk some loose ends and fall decorating. Show notes: Real-life Russell-Stover couple has the most chocolaty wedding: https://www.today.com/food/real-life-russell-stover-couple-had-chocolaty-wedding-t192335 Science says decorating will make you happier: https://www.today.com/home/decorating-christmas-early-makes-you-happier-science-says-t119186
Kitchen creations and household hacks
September 26, 2020 05:00 - 18 minutes - 12.7 MBOn this week's Walk Around the Block, we have a couple of kitchen creations and some household hacks. Show notes: Avocado egg salad: https://pinchofyum.com/the-best-avocado-egg-salad Apple fritter cake: https://cookiesandcups.com/apple-fritter-cake/ How to Clean a Microwave Naturally With Just a Lemon: https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-clean-your-microwave-with-just-a-lemon-cleaning-lessons-from-the-kitchn-200294 The 30 Most Brilliant Cleaning Hacks of All Time: https://www.thekitchn.com/kit...
Wildlife sequel and my fake HGTV show
September 19, 2020 05:00 - 16 minutes - 11.3 MBOn this week's Walk Around the Block, we have a wildlife sequel and my imaginary HGTV show. Show notes: Holiday Peeps won't be in stores until 2021: https://www.today.com/food/holiday-peeps-won-t-be-stores-until-2021-due-pandemic-t191628 Gospel Library app: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/pages/mobileapps/gospellibrary?lang=eng
Quick hits and wildlife
September 11, 2020 16:00 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MBOn this week's Walk Around the Block, we run through some quick hits and talk about co-existing with wildlife. Show notes: Joanna Gaines' Peanut Butter Brownies: https://www.facebook.com/whatsupinaltadena/posts/peanut-butter-browniesjoanna-gaines-of-magnolia-table-in-waco-texas-developed-th/957596734655840/ What to Do if a Bat Gets in Your House: https://www.nytimes.com/2020/09/02/us/remove-prevent-bats.html
Changes and seasons
September 04, 2020 14:00 - 15 minutes - 10.7 MBOn this week’s Walk Around the Block, we've got lots of changes and the unofficial end of summer. Show notes: Gallup Poll on the most popular season: https://news.gallup.com/poll/16939/most-popular-season-coming-end.aspx#:~:text=The%20June%206%2D8%20Gallup,to%20name%20as%20its%20favorite. This is the Most Common Birthday: https://www.google.com/amp/s/time.com/4933041/most-popular-common-birthday-september/%3famp=true (Re-recorded/posted for sound - 9/14)
Highs/lows and online reviews
August 29, 2020 06:00 - 20 minutes - 13.9 MBOn this week's Walk Around the Block, we talk victories big and small and the wild world of online reviews. Show notes: Pew Research Center on online reviews: https://www.pewresearch.org/internet/2016/12/19/online-reviews/ Pew Research Center on big decisions: https://www.pewresearch.org/fact-tank/2020/03/05/most-americans-rely-on-their-own-research-to-make-big-decisions-and-that-often-means-online-searches/ Why You Can't Really Trust Negative Online Reviews: https://www.nytimes.com/2018/0...
Twinkies and phone tabs
August 08, 2020 06:00 - 26 minutes - 18.2 MBOn this week's Walk Around the Block, we talk Twinkies and take a deep dive into the open tabs on my phone. Show notes: The Modern Proper: https://themodernproper.com/ The 15 Best Under-eye Concealers of 2019: https://nymag.com/strategist/article/best-under-eye-concealers.html The 25 Best Red Lipsticks of All Time: https://nymag.com/strategist/article/best-red-lipsticks.html The Best-Kept Secrets of Luxury Bathrooms: https://www.realsimple.com/home-organizing/decorating/decorating-bathroom...
Summer fashion and Trader Joe's
July 27, 2020 20:00 - 24 minutes - 16.8 MBOn this week's Walk Around the Block, we touch on summer fashion and my triumphant return to Trader Joe's! Show notes: Today Show radio on SiriusXM: https://www.siriusxm.com/todayshowradio Study on top grocery chains during Covid-19: https://www.today.com/food/survey-finds-these-popular-grocery-stores-have-best-covid-19-t183490 11th annual Trader Joe's Customer Choice Awards: https://www.traderjoes.com/digin/post/11th-customer-choice-winners