by Meagan Francis
Reflections on living wisely and well in a manic modern world. Conversations about midlife motherhood, food, creativity, and living well, shared over a hot cup of tea. <br/><br/><a href="https://meaganfrancis.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast">meaganfrancis.substack.com</a>
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April 15, 2025
<p>When you think of your children growing up, do you view their leaving as the end of an era - or the beginning of something new? In this episode, renowned happiness expert, author, and podcaster Gretchen Rubin joins me to discuss her “open-door” approach to parenting young adults, her brand-new, instant-NYTimes-bestselling book Secrets of Adulthood, our midlife lady hobbies, the way we remember (and don’t remember) our kids’ childhoods, and even the possibility of new puppies. </p><p>Episode links: </p><p>Gretchen’s new book: <a target="_blank" href="https://bookshop.org/a/101234/9780593800737">Secrets of Adulthood: Simple Truths For Our Complex Lives</a></p><p><a target="_blank" href="https://gretchenrubin.com/podcasts/">HAPPIER with Gretchen Rubin</a> - Gretchen’s podcast</p><p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.theatlantic.com/family/archive/2024/11/empty-nest-open-door/680646/">"Abandon the Empty Nest. Instead, Try the Open Door."</a> Gretchen’s article in The Atlantic that inspired this conversation</p><p>I’ll be featured in <a target="_blank" href="https://gretchenrubin.com/newsletter/five-things/">Gretchen’s “Five Things”</a> newsletter on May 9. <a target="_blank" href="https://gretchenrubin.com/newsletters/">Sign up now</a> so you don’t miss it! </p><p>Pssst - my book release date is right around the corner, May 6! Pre-orders mean a lot to authors - I’d love if you’d <a target="_blank" href="http://bit.ly/thelastparentingbook">order your copy today. </a></p> <br/><br/>Get full access to The Kettle with Meagan Francis at <a href="https://meaganfrancis.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4">meaganfrancis.substack.com/subscribe</a>
April 1, 2025
<p>This spring a lot of figurative “seeds” that I planted long ago, like my upcoming book launch and an expansion of my brick-and-mortar business, are starting to bear fruit - just at the time I am also hoping to literally put seeds in the ground.</p><p>Sometimes, a bounty of good (but energy-consuming) things comes at the same time we’re also trying to invest in the next thing, and we can’t always plan on a steady rhythm of planting and harvesting.</p><p>In this episode of The Kettle podcast I share more of my thoughts about how to lean into busy seasons, whether they’re times of harvest, times of planting - or sometimes, both at once. </p><p>related links</p><p>Bevy, my tea + creative supplies shop,<a target="_blank" href="http://bevytea.substack.com"> has a newsletter! </a>If you love tea, are tea-curious, or just want a behind-the-scenes peek at what it’s like to own a brick-and-mortar shop, <a target="_blank" href="http://bevytea.substack.com">subscribe for free here</a>.</p><p>My book, <a target="_blank" href="https://bookshop.org/a/101234/9781464225161">The Last Parenting Book You’ll Ever Read: How We Let Our Kids Go And Embrace What’s Next,</a> is available for pre-order now!</p> <br/><br/>Get full access to The Kettle with Meagan Francis at <a href="https://meaganfrancis.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4">meaganfrancis.substack.com/subscribe</a>
March 15, 2025
<p>For most of us, getting groceries automatically equals “going to the supermarket.” But does that brightly-lit jumble of logos, packaging, and confusing nutrition labels have to be the only - or even the primary - way we fill our fridges and pantries? </p><p>For the past few years, as I’ve been committed to sourcing more and more of my food locally and seasonally, it’s automatically led to me relying less and less on the supermarket - and I’ve learned a lot along the way. </p><p>In this episode of The Kettle, I share some alternate ways I’m sourcing everything from fruits, veggies, grains, and beans to meat and dairy - as well as the surprising mindset shifts that have made this process easier. </p><p>episode links:</p><p>* <a target="_blank" href="https://i.refs.cc/0mHWqin8?smile_ref=eyJzbWlsZV9zb3VyY2UiOiJzbWlsZV91aSIsInNtaWxlX21lZGl1bSI6IiIsInNtaWxlX2NhbXBhaWduIjoicmVmZXJyYWxfcHJvZ3JhbSIsInNtaWxlX2N1c3RvbWVyX2lkIjoyNjgxNTk0NTU0fQ%3D%3D">Country Life Foods </a>- this is where I buy bulk beans, grains, sweeteners, oils and more. Free delivery with minimum purchase size. <a target="_blank" href="https://i.refs.cc/0mHWqin8?smile_ref=eyJzbWlsZV9zb3VyY2UiOiJzbWlsZV91aSIsInNtaWxlX21lZGl1bSI6IiIsInNtaWxlX2NhbXBhaWduIjoicmVmZXJyYWxfcHJvZ3JhbSIsInNtaWxlX2N1c3RvbWVyX2lkIjoyNjgxNTk0NTU0fQ%3D%3D">Save 10% with my link!</a></p><p></p><p>* <a target="_blank" href="https://i.refs.cc/0mHWqin8?smile_ref=eyJzbWlsZV9zb3VyY2UiOiJzbWlsZV91aSIsInNtaWxlX21lZGl1bSI6IiIsInNtaWxlX2NhbXBhaWduIjoicmVmZXJyYWxfcHJvZ3JhbSIsInNtaWxlX2N1c3RvbWVyX2lkIjoyNjgxNTk0NTU0fQ%3D%3D">Thrive Market</a> - good for smaller portions of whole foods, supplements, cleaning supplies and more. I’ve bought everything from Safe Catch tuna and salmon to chia seeds from Thrive. <a target="_blank" href="https://thrivemarket.com/l/seasonal-d2m">My link gets you a free gift</a> when you sign up.</p><p>* <a target="_blank" href="https://ancestralkitchenpodcast.com/2025/02/102-the-guide-to-getting-out-of-supermarkets/">#102 – The Guide to Getting Out of Supermarkets</a> - an inspiring episode of The Ancestral Kitchen Podcast</p><p></p><p>* <a target="_blank" href="https://www.localharvest.org/csa/">Find a CSA (community-supported agriculture) near you</a></p><p>* Loved this post by <a target="_blank" href="https://substack.com/profile/145991409-sarah-cook">Sarah Cook</a>: <a target="_blank" href="https://open.substack.com/pub/lovinglymade/p/biggest-grocery-store-scams?r=evv7i&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=false">Biggest Grocery Store Scams</a></p><p>* I’m currently reading <a target="_blank" href="https://bookshop.org/a/101234/9780553459418">The Secret Life of Grocerie</a>s by Benjamin Lorr, and it’s blowing my mind. </p><p>related links: </p><p></p><p>My book, <a target="_blank" href="https://bookshop.org/a/101234/9781464225161">The Last Parenting Book You’ll Ever Read: How We Let Our Kids Go And Embrace What’s Next,</a> is available for pre-order now!</p> <br/><br/>Get full access to The Kettle with Meagan Francis at <a href="https://meaganfrancis.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4">meaganfrancis.substack.com/subscribe</a>
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