The Lazy Genius Podcast

Today's episode is about baking during the holidays, but there is not a single recipe or tip in sight. You might have just swiped to delete, but I sure hope not. Listen before you bake, friends. It might make your holidays a little sweeter. (Get it? I'll show myself out.)After you listen, check out this post for my holiday baking roundup - recipes, tips, and the correct temperature of butter amen. This is the last episode of 2017! If you're interested in hearing my roundup of the year (favorite books, etc.), be sure to join the mailing list. Enjoy the rest of your holidays! This podcast is hosted by Kendra Adachi and executive produced by Kendra Adachi, Jenna Fischer and Angela Kinsey. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's easy to lose ourselves in the holidays... which is why we so look forward to the clean start of January. But do we have to wait with our shoulders clenched, crossing our fingers that we can present with the month also finishing quickly? I hope not, but you know. In this episode, let's talk about what it means to take care of ourselves during a busy season. Spas are optional. Some of my favorite self-care items: this cleansing oil from Some Call Me Crunchy my Penny and Sparrow playlist baking bread with Paul This podcast is hosted by Kendra Adachi and executive produced by Kendra Adachi, Jenna Fischer and Angela Kinsey. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Don't be afraid. It can be really fun to host a party, so if you're thinking of sliding one into your December calendar, I've got you covered.Stuff Mentioned: How to Never Run Out of Food at a Party Quit Throwing Fancy Bridal Showers (some food philosophy hangs out here) Favorite recipe sources: The Kitchn (great for beginners), Smitten Kitchen (better for folks with some cooking chops), Amanda Frederickson (smack dab in the middle), Mad Hungry (simple and accessible... this book and this book get a lot of play around here), and Mark Bittman (not for newbies or people who need photos... I don't use his site but do use How to Cook Everything and How to Cook Everything Fast on an almost weekly basis) Holiday Mixtape by Nick Flora and Stacy Lantz This podcast is hosted by Kendra Adachi and executive produced by Kendra Adachi, Jenna Fischer and Angela Kinsey. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's time to start buying for people, and while it's incredibly fun, we can inject a lot of stress into it, too. In this episode, we'll breeze through budgeting, how to choose a gift, and talk in detail about kids and gifts. As you can see, the links for this episode are plentiful, so read, listen, and get a better handle on how to give without feeling like Scrooge. The Lazy Genius Budgets is the best place to start for a handle on the Lazy Genius philosophy behind money. The Lazy Genius Buys a Gift gives you the best mindset to find gifts that your people will seriously love and not stick in the re-gifting closet. Plus there's a printable to keep track of your gift ideas. Score. Read How to Spend During the Holidays Without Going Broke and get your free holiday budget download, too. Everything - and I mean, everything - around here comes down to one basic question - what matters to you? ​​​​​​​If you're looking for specific gift ideas, I'll send out an extensive gift guide to the mailing list this weekend, so sign up by December 2, 2017 to get yours! This podcast is hosted by Kendra Adachi and executive produced by Kendra Adachi, Jenna Fischer and Angela Kinsey. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Spending entire days with your family over the holidays can sometimes feel a little tense. There's a lot of history and things unsaid - or very loudly and aggressively said - and those car rides home can be little venting therapy sessions where you try and get your peace back. In this episode, we talk about how to leave those family gatherings with your peace still intact and maybe even an improved relationship along the way. Mentioned in the episode: A Family Shaped by Grace by Gary Morland For When Your Dad Isn't Coming Back This podcast is hosted by Kendra Adachi and executive produced by Kendra Adachi, Jenna Fischer and Angela Kinsey. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this podcast, the hosts discuss how to host Thanksgiving without getting overwhelmed. They share three keys to hosting success and practical tips for preparation and cooking. They also talk about reframing motivations for hosting and using filters to host with ease. There's even a delicious turkey recipe!

It feels right to give thanks in November, but it also feels forced and annoying sometimes. Let's get back to the basics of gratitude and actually enjoy a season of giving thanks. No daily journals of thanks necessary. Need all The Lazy Genius there is? Visiting your inbox is my favorite and might just become yours. Check out the mailing list here. This podcast is hosted by Kendra Adachi and executive produced by Kendra Adachi, Jenna Fischer and Angela Kinsey. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We want to save money, have extraordinary experiences, and not stress from paycheck to paycheck. But how? I share the four pillars of a Lazy Genius budget and a peek into our personal family budget and how we put it together, so listen in and grab some ideas for your own budget.And don't forget to read specifically about budgeting during the holidays on the blog this week! This podcast is hosted by Kendra Adachi and executive produced by Kendra Adachi, Jenna Fischer and Angela Kinsey. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of The Lazy Genius Podcast, you'll learn the one life-giving decision that makes the holidays come alive again, no stress needed. Instagram: @thelazygenius This podcast is hosted by Kendra Adachi and executive produced by Kendra Adachi, Jenna Fischer and Angela Kinsey. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's possible to move through the holidays without going crazy. Your stuff and family are safe from your wrath if we can holiday game plan now!After you game plan, check out How to Plan Your Holiday Calendar and get practical. And don't forget your game plan cheatsheet! This podcast is hosted by Kendra Adachi and executive produced by Kendra Adachi, Jenna Fischer and Angela Kinsey. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices