Chasing The Spark – Details, episodes & analysis

June kicks off the season of backyard BBQs, parties and smores roasting! In this episode, we get into the essentials of hosting the perfect summer BBQ and hangout. From crafting a mouthwatering menu to setting the right vibe, we've got you covered. Whether you're a seasoned grill master or a first-time host, we've got tips and tricks to make your gathering a hit. So grab your favorite drink, fire up the grill, and let's get into it!

Catie's birthday is just around the corner, so Katie and Catie are chatting all about birthday fun, how they celebrate birthdays in their families, and how they feel about aging. 

They also share some of their favorite gifts and memories of birthdays gone by and dream about future celebrations!

• Momwell and The Anxiety Chicks Podcast are two resources mentioned in this episode for those dealing with anxiety.
• Athletic Brewing Co. is a favorite non-alcoholic beer of both Katie and Catie
• Catie also loves NA beer from Go Brewing, Edna's non-alcoholic cocktails, and Spring in a Bottle Blanc de Blanc

We're kicking off this episode by talking about our personalities when it comes to discovering and staying loyal to the things we love. Then, we share our current obsessions, go-to products, and best moments lately!

Mentioned in the episode:

• Catie's favorite EOS vanilla bliss shaving cream and rediscovery of Loreal Voluminous Mascara.  
• Katie loves DRMTLGY brand skincare products. Specifically the SPF Physical Tinted Moisturizer and the undereye corrector 
• Catie has been wearing this Classic cotton button-down from Gap and Dolce Via Aileen Mary Jane Flat
• Katie loves the support from Brooks Shoes
• Catie and her husband are watching The Studio
• Catie says the Gamechanger app is the best sports app
• Catie replaced her paper planner with Alezel Magnetic Weekly Calendar
• Katie relaxes with the Lovesac Footsac blanket
• Catie loves her LL Bean Wicked Good Slippers.

This week, Katie and Catie are chatting all about learning—what keeps us excited about it, and what makes us want to run the other way. We talk about how we actually like to learn, what makes it feel heavy sometimes, and a few cool things we’ve picked up recently that made us go “huh, that’s interesting!” It’s a cozy convo about staying curious, finding your flow, and giving yourself permission to learn in your own way. Join us!

• Books Mentioned:
  • Find Your Why by Simon Sinek
  • The Women by Kristin Hannah
  • By Any Other Name by Jodi Picult
• Podcasts Mentioned:
  • Armchair Expert
  • Girl Next Door
  • The Mom Hour
• Crucial Conversations Training

Today, we're chatting all about our decorating styles and plans for our homes this spring and summer. We share about some recent furniture purchases and discuss the little ways we plan to get the inside and outside of our homes ready for the season ahead!

Some links we talked about in the episode:

• Catie's new library coffee table
• Catie's versatile living room ottoman

May is a beautiful, chaotic mess—and if you're in the thick of end-of-school activities, packed schedules, and nonstop demands, you're not alone. In this episode, we're keeping it real about what this season looks like for our families and how we’re staying (mostly) sane through it all. From color-coded calendars to mindset shifts, self-care hacks, and family rituals that keep us grounded, we’re sharing the ways we find joy, reset when needed, and try to soak in the good stuff—no matter how busy life gets.

As busy moms, feeding our families (and ourselves!) is always on our minds. In this episode, we share some of our easy, crowd-pleasing dinner ideas, as well as some new recipes we've cooked lately. We also answer a yummy rapid-fire of our favorite "girl dinners," comfort foods, desserts and more!

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Welcome to the very first episode of Chasing The Spark! In this kick-off episode, Katie Gouldner and Catie Parrish are letting you in on who we are, why we’re starting this podcast, and what you can expect. Spoiler alert: It’s going to be a fun ride!

Summer is in full swing, and Catie and Katie are diving into one of our favorite topics: books—and how we manage to read them as busy moms. From chaotic nights with our Kindles to sneaking in audiobooks while cooking dinner, we’re sharing our real-life reading habits. We'll discuss our favorite authors, the books that have stayed with us for years, and what our kids are loving right now. Plus, we talk about the ever-growing TBR piles we swear we'll get to someday. Join us for a candid conversation about the joys and challenges of reading as moms, and maybe find your next great read along the way.