The Art of Hobbyness

Erin and Tam interview Dan Miller, a self proclaimed hobby enthusiast, and rightfully so.  Join Erin and Tam as they walk with Dan through the era's of his life, exploring the hobbies he pursued and the lessons he learned along the way.

In this episode, Erin shares how a culinary class in Japan gave her the courage to pursue a long-time interest in homemade pasta-making. Tune in as Erin dives into her favorite pasta-making tools, the joys of sharing a hobby with her partner, and her journey since Starter Baby.

In this episode, Tam shares her misadventures in punch needling, a craft she thought would be her new favorite.  However, it may end up leaving her unpunched, poked, and maybe even a little bruised(emotionally, of course).  This episode is a reminder that not every hobby is a natural fit. But, sometimes, one crafter's chaos is another crafter's creative gold.

Erin & Tam chat with Tami Hackbarth from the 100% Guilt-Free Self-Care Podcast. Together, they explore what it means to reclaim self-care so you have the energy to build the life you want. Tami reminds us that self-care isn’t selfish. Links: @tamihackbarth www.tamihackbarth.com (https://www.tamihackbarth.com) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/100-guilt-free-self-care/id1460142083 (https://...

Erin & Tam interview Allie McQuaid, Millennial Mom Therapist and dive into the transformative journey of Matrescence (the process of becoming a mother) and how hobbies can play a vital role in rediscovering yourself along the way.  @millennialmomtherapist www.treehousetherapyllc.com

After her recent trip to Japan, Erin reviews traveling as a hobby both with kids and without.

Erin and Tam interview Abby Eckel and get her thoughts on women finding fulfillment outside of motherhood. @AbbyEckel https://linktr.ee/abbyeckel

In this episode Tam takes on skateboarding.  She discusses her goals within the sport, over coming childhood hobby hangups, and setting new standards for what she wants out of a hobby.

In this episode, Erin takes another shot at learning a musical instrument, this time with the piano. She shares how her approach differs from learning the guitar, offering fresh insights, and reflecting on what she’s discovered along the way.

Erin & Tam break down the difference between consumption and production hobbies.  Exploring how each type impacts your creativity and sense of accomplishment, while also highlighting the importance of finding the right balance between the two.

In this episode, Tam talks about Demolition Man (yes that Sylvestor Stallone movie) and taking a watercoloring class at the Studio at Bowood Farms in St. Louis Missouri.     https://bowoodfarms.com/collections/the-studio

Erin and Tam sit down with Robin Haugen, founder of neonrobin.com and manager of The Studio at Bowood Farms in St. Louis, Missouri. Robin shares her journey from leaving corporate America to embrace a life filled with creativity. From drawing with her mom to the art of decluttering, Robin offers a bird’s-eye view on discovering creativity in every aspect of life. Links Neonrobin.com @neon.robin @b...

Erin and Tam chat about Erin's new hobby - learning to play the guitar!

In this episode Erin and Tam interview Terri Fry of Mom Like That.  Terri introduces the hobby of Bullet Journaling, how to get creative with little scraps of paper, and self reflecting on when to walk away from a hobby that is no longer bringing you joy. @momlikethat_ @byterrifry  

Cats, cat toys, and rescueing cats... I think there's a theme.  Tam and Erin interview Kateri Cotter on turning a hobby into a non for profit business. Links: Kateri's Etsy The Cheshire Grin Cat Cafe - Cat Cafe St. Louis - St. Louis, Missouri

Tam and Erin discuss Tam's new hobby - Bird Watching.  Tam breaks down the challenges of finding birds and the thrill of finding community.

In this episode Erin & Tam walk their listeners through 3 simple steps to find their Hidden Hobby.  Hidden Hobby describes a passion or interest that you have always had but never recognized or pursued.  It's that spark of joy you feel when you engage in an activity without even realizing that it could be considered a hobby!

In this episode, Erin & Tam interview Dr. Laura Brenner.   Laura pivoted her career in dentistry to chase her passion of creating a community around encouraging professionals to explore hobbies and creativity. 

In this episode, Erin and Tam dive into Erin's new hobby - Puzzles.  Rollup Puzzle Mat  Puzzle Mat w/ Sorting Tray Puzzle Board Easy DIY Puzzle

Erin and Tam interview Drew Goodin, who we have nicknamed The Most Interesting Man in the World for his multitude of hobbies.  Drew is also an award winning STEM game developer and teacher.  His hobbies range from black and white photography to perfecting his creme brûlée. 

Erin and Tam discuss "By Proxy Hobbies" -  how their self-care activities have evolved since becoming mothers, while prioritizing their own interests and their kids' interests, to find balance in the chaos.

Tam and Erin discuss the concept of arrival happiness fallacy and how it pertains to life and hobbies.

On a special Father's Day edition Tam and Erin finally get their husbands behind the mic to chat about how they navigate finding time for hobbies in between parenting and their careers.  

In this episode, Tam and Erin discuss Tam's new hobby - Calligraphy.  Tam breaks down the differences between Traditional, Modern, and Faux Calligraphy.  And by using the Art of Hobbyness rating system, we learn how Tam REALLY feels about Calligraphy.

Tara Clark, from Modern Mom Probs, joins Erin and Tam to discuss parallel playing with your children, habit stacking to maximize your daily activities, and how hobbies play a key role in self-care.   Links: https://modernmomprobs.com/