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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Send us Fan Mail Pack your bags and pour a glass - this week on Between Batches, we are mixing up a refreshing tonic drink and diving into all things travel. From our favorite vacations and unforgettable memories to dream destinations still on our vision boards. We are sharing about the trips that shaped us and the adventures we still want to take! Plus, we chat about our girls' trips and the moments that make traveling together so special. It's a fun laid-back conversation full of wanderlust...]]></itunes:summary>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Send us Fan Mail This week on Between Batches, we are slowing down and talking about the little things that make life feel good again. Quite time, simple scents, and adorable otters.  We paired the conversation with homemade banana bread (and melty butter) - warm, comforting, and impossible to over think!  Join us for honest conversation, cozy vibes, and a reminder that sometimes the smallest things are the ones that matter most.   #betweenbatches #lifehappensbetweenbatches #podcastforwo...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2605829/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>This week on Between Batches, we are slowing down and talking about the little things that make life feel good again. Quite time, simple scents, and adorable otters.<br/><br/>We paired the conversation with homemade banana bread (and melty butter) - warm, comforting, and impossible to over think!<br/><br/>Join us for honest conversation, cozy vibes, and a reminder that sometimes the smallest things are the ones that matter most. <br/><br/>#betweenbatches #lifehappensbetweenbatches #podcastforwomen #bananabread #simplejoys</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2605829/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>This week on Between Batches, we are slowing down and talking about the little things that make life feel good again. Quite time, simple scents, and adorable otters.<br/><br/>We paired the conversation with homemade banana bread (and melty butter) - warm, comforting, and impossible to over think!<br/><br/>Join us for honest conversation, cozy vibes, and a reminder that sometimes the smallest things are the ones that matter most. <br/><br/>#betweenbatches #lifehappensbetweenbatches #podcastforwomen #bananabread #simplejoys</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Send us Fan Mail This week on Between Batches, we’re getting real about burnout—the emotional, mental, and physical kind that sneaks up on all of us eventually. While sharing homemade brownies and honest conversation, we talk about how we personally cope when life feels overwhelming. Do we shut down? Spiral? Power through?  A little bit of all three? We’re diving into healthy coping skills, the not-so-healthy ones, and the pressure society puts on us to always stay busy, productive, and ...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2605829/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>This week on <em>Between Batches</em>, we’re getting real about burnout—the emotional, mental, and physical kind that sneaks up on all of us eventually. While sharing homemade brownies and honest conversation, we talk about how we personally cope when life feels overwhelming. Do we shut down? Spiral? Power through?  A little bit of all three?</p><p>We’re diving into healthy coping skills, the not-so-healthy ones, and the pressure society puts on us to always stay busy, productive, and “doing more.” Is hustle culture helping us…or hurting us? </p><p>If you’ve been feeling stretched thin, emotionally exhausted, or just trying to keep all the plates spinning, this episode is for you. So grab a brownie, take a breath, and join us for a conversation that’s honest, relatable, and maybe exactly what you needed this week.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2605829/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>This week on <em>Between Batches</em>, we’re getting real about burnout—the emotional, mental, and physical kind that sneaks up on all of us eventually. While sharing homemade brownies and honest conversation, we talk about how we personally cope when life feels overwhelming. Do we shut down? Spiral? Power through?  A little bit of all three?</p><p>We’re diving into healthy coping skills, the not-so-healthy ones, and the pressure society puts on us to always stay busy, productive, and “doing more.” Is hustle culture helping us…or hurting us? </p><p>If you’ve been feeling stretched thin, emotionally exhausted, or just trying to keep all the plates spinning, this episode is for you. So grab a brownie, take a breath, and join us for a conversation that’s honest, relatable, and maybe exactly what you needed this week.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Send us Fan Mail In this special Cinco de Mayo drop, we’re serving up Marriage &amp; Margaritas—a conversation that’s equal parts refreshing, honest, and a little bit spicy. After more than 20 years of marriage each, we’re pulling back the curtain on what it really takes to go the distance. We talk about the hard that tests us, the amazing moments that make it all worth it, and the silly, everyday things that somehow matter the most. From miscommunication to laughter in the kitchen, this epis...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2605829/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>In this special Cinco de Mayo drop, we’re serving up <em>Marriage &amp; Margaritas</em>—a conversation that’s equal parts refreshing, honest, and a little bit spicy. After more than 20 years of marriage each, we’re pulling back the curtain on what it really takes to go the distance.</p><p>We talk about the hard that tests us, the amazing moments that make it all worth it, and the silly, everyday things that somehow matter the most. From miscommunication to laughter in the kitchen, this episode is a reminder that lasting love isn’t perfect—it’s purposeful.</p><p>So grab your favorite margarita and join us at the table. Because just like a good cocktail, marriage is all about balance—and sometimes, a little extra lime.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2605829/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>In this special Cinco de Mayo drop, we’re serving up <em>Marriage &amp; Margaritas</em>—a conversation that’s equal parts refreshing, honest, and a little bit spicy. After more than 20 years of marriage each, we’re pulling back the curtain on what it really takes to go the distance.</p><p>We talk about the hard that tests us, the amazing moments that make it all worth it, and the silly, everyday things that somehow matter the most. From miscommunication to laughter in the kitchen, this episode is a reminder that lasting love isn’t perfect—it’s purposeful.</p><p>So grab your favorite margarita and join us at the table. Because just like a good cocktail, marriage is all about balance—and sometimes, a little extra lime.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Between Batches, we’re talking about one of the most meaningful (and humbling) parts of life—raising kids… and what happens when they grow up. 🤍🍪 From the early days of shaping little hearts to building real friendships with our adult children, this conversation is full of honesty, reflection, and a few “we might’ve done that differently” moments. Because let’s be real—there’s no perfect recipe for parenting. We’re sharing what we’ve learned, what we’re sti...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2605829/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>In this episode of <em>Between Batches</em>, we’re talking about one of the most meaningful (and humbling) parts of life—raising kids… and what happens when they grow up. 🤍🍪</p><p>From the early days of shaping little hearts to building real friendships with our adult children, this conversation is full of honesty, reflection, and a few “we might’ve done that differently” moments. Because let’s be real—there’s no perfect recipe for parenting.</p><p>We’re sharing what we’ve learned, what we’re still learning, and how our role shifts over time—from guiding hands to trusted friends.</p><p>So grab something sweet, settle in, and join us for a conversation about growth, grace, and the relationships that keep evolving long after the cookies are baked.</p><p>✨ Life happens between batches.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2605829/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>In this episode of <em>Between Batches</em>, we’re talking about one of the most meaningful (and humbling) parts of life—raising kids… and what happens when they grow up. 🤍🍪</p><p>From the early days of shaping little hearts to building real friendships with our adult children, this conversation is full of honesty, reflection, and a few “we might’ve done that differently” moments. Because let’s be real—there’s no perfect recipe for parenting.</p><p>We’re sharing what we’ve learned, what we’re still learning, and how our role shifts over time—from guiding hands to trusted friends.</p><p>So grab something sweet, settle in, and join us for a conversation about growth, grace, and the relationships that keep evolving long after the cookies are baked.</p><p>✨ Life happens between batches.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Send us Fan Mail Today on Between Batches we discuss focus. How do you keep it, what helps you get it back on track, all while making a delicious garlic, pesto, mozzarella focaccia bread. ]]></itunes:summary>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to Between Batches, in this weeks episode we bake the most delicious funfetti cupcakes and talk about all things Birthday! ]]></itunes:summary>
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    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2605829/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>Welcome back to Between Batches, in this weeks episode we bake the most delicious funfetti cupcakes and talk about all things Birthday!</p>]]></content:encoded>
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