Chickens Are The New Kittens

Happy New Year! As we turn the page to 2025, it's time to rethink the idea of New Year's resolutions. Instead of setting one-time promises that fade away by February, why not approach the new year with long-term goals that bring positivity, self-love, and a renewed sense of purpose into every part of your life? In this episode, we talk about setting empowering goals focused on health, financial fr...

In this episode, we chat with local homesteader and hunter Melissa about how she sustains her family through a combination of backyard gardening, raising animals, and ethical hunting. Melissa shares practical tips for starting your own garden, raising small animals like quail and rabbits, and using hunting to supplement your food supply. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or a beginner looking to...

In this zen episode, the hosts share their personal go-to stress management techniques and dig into what works for them to stay calm during life’s hectic moments. From meditation and massage to baking and exercise, they explore a variety of approaches to coping with stress. They also discuss how certain methods can be adapted to fit different personalities and lifestyles, offering advice on how to...

Trigger Warning: This episode includes a discussion of pet loss, which may be distressing to some listeners. Please listen with care. In this heartwarming episode of Chickens Are the New Kittens, we explore the powerful parallels between fostering animals, cuddling babies in need in hospitals, and the importance of adopting over shopping for pets. We discuss the life-changing impact of opening you...

In this episode of Chickens Are the New Kittens, Chelsey interviews Beth’s teenage son Shamus about life with ADHD. He shares his experiences navigating school, family dynamics, and personal growth, shedding light on the challenges, unexpected moments, and pleasant or unpleasant surprises that come with the diagnosis. This candid conversation provides a unique window into the ADHD experience, emph...

Welcome to the very first episode the Chickens are the new Kittens podcast! In this introductory episode, we’re pulling back the curtain to introduce ourselves—your hosts Beth and Chelsey! Join us as we dive into our personal stories, interests, and what brought us together as friends. We’ll talk about our shared love of all things grandma, how we first met, and why we decided to start this person...

Don’t be fooled, this is not an episode. This is an introduction to the introduction episode. We wanted to introduce ourselves before we introduce… ourselves. Tune in every Sunday at noon starting 12/01/24 for new episodes of Chickens Are The New Kittens.