The Simplified Podcast with Emily Ley

Latest Episodes:

26: Simplify Your Kitchen and Pantry (Create Calm & Clear Clutter #2) Aug 12, 2021

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You guys loved our first Create Calm & Clear Clutter episode and asked for more—and we listened! Here's the thing: we've all been scrolling on Instagram and seen those pantries with matching canisters and labels perfectly facing forward, and those kitchens with gorgeous, clean countertops. But is having and keeping up that picture-perfect pantry possible when your house has people who leave mail on the counter and kids who riffle through the goldfish bin like they're panning for actual gold? Emily shares her tips to streamline your kitchen and pantry and create a sense of ease. From nixing multiple spatulas to tips on the must-have organizers for your cabinets and drawers, Emily shows that keeping your kitchen and pantry simple and manageable is within your reach.

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25: Planning for the Week Ahead Aug 05, 2021

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We're celebrating big over here at Simplified—we're clocking in 25 episodes of the podcast (!) *and* launching our Back to School Simplicity Challenge! Summer flew by, didn't it? It's so fun to have time for travel and adventure and ice cream sundae parties. But if we're being honest, it also feels good to hit the Reset button and slide back into normal routine. So what's the best way to get back on track? Emily shares how you can get a jumpstart on planning your week so you can get through it all with a bit more ease. From meal planning and a quick cleanup to scheduling some actual time for yourself, taking a few minutes to think through the next seven days will help you sleep better on Sunday night and wake up whispering, "I've got this!"

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24: New Mom Survival Guide (BFF Chat #3) Jul 29, 2021

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New motherhood is a beautiful journey . . . that comes with a few bumps and a lot of questions along the way. Is my baby eating enough? Too much? Why won't she latch? What's that rash? Do we need to take him to the ER? Will I ever sleep again? It can feel frustrating when you don't know what's normal, or what advice is helpful, or which tools aren't. If you're a new mom or love someone who is, Emily and Kristin are here for you! As twin moms with five kids between them, they share how they weathered the physical and emotional rollercoaster after giving birth, how to actually say yes to help, and the most helpful routines they kept with their newborns. The BFFs also swap best tools and best advice, like how to choose which mom you want to be in this season (mom with a clean house? mom who wears makeup? mom who works out? pick one, not all). Because sometimes, you've got to survive before you can thrive. And after a while, you will get the hang of this, mama — promise.

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23: Six Simple Meals When You Don't Want to Cook Jul 22, 2021

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Let's face it: no matter how much time you spend organizing your week and planning for healthy dinners, there are some nights when you just *cannot* summon the strength to cook. Whether you're coming off a vacation where a cheese board was considered a viable dinner option , or you're being pulled in a million directions in the middle of a busy week, the last thing you need is to tackle a complicated meal (with the cleanup to match!). Emily's got six family-approved dinner ideas that'll make dinner go from fridge to fork in fifteen minutes – and even give you leftovers for the next few days!. Because getting healthy food fast and easy will help keep your summer sanity intact!

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22: An Easy, 10-Minute Makeup Look for Everyday Jul 15, 2021

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What makes you feel polished and ready to take on the day? A cute jacket, a gorgeous manicure, some pretty pumps or earrings? Lots of things put pep in our step, but one of Emily's favorite ways to feel put together is a simple, ten-minute makeup look. From foundation to eyebrows, Emily shares her eight steps and favorite products (a mix of luxury and drugstore finds!) for a simple look you can wear every day.

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21: Emily's Top 8 Beach and Pool Essentials Jul 08, 2021

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When it comes to summer fun, there's nothing like spending time by the water. Whether you trek to the beach or pop over to the neighborhood pool, soaking up the rays and waves with your favorite humans (along with eating a popsicle or two!) is the stuff relaxing summer days are made of. A lifelong Florida resident, Emily's sharing her top eight items to bring along for maximum fun in the sun. From the world's cutest swimsuit for every body, to snacks and toys and summer reads, pop these items in your beach bag, and you're well on your way to creating joyful memories with your people.

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20: Taking the Leap to Follow Your Dreams (The Story of Simplified) Jul 01, 2021

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It's scary to dream big – to imagine the hard work and sacrifice that come with chasing what's in your heart. But what if achieving your goal helps you build a life you love and helps thousands of women along the way? You'd probably decide it was all worth it – that's how Emily feels. As Simplified celebrates its 13th birthday, Emily shares how Simplified started as a dream to help women live and work well, grew into late nights watching YouTube videos on designing note cards and invitations for an Etsy shop, and eventually evolved into creating the Simplified Planner, writing bestselling books, and creating a beloved brand. Emily shows how to keep moving forward after big life changes (because balancing a new company and a new baby is hard) and how to bounce back after making a million mistakes (because that'll definitely happen when you try something new).

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19: Raising Kids Who Include Others Jun 24, 2021

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Sometimes life can get a little lonely: when we move to a new town, start a new job, go to a new school. But all it takes is one person reaching out to help us feel like we belong—and that sense of belonging has a huge impact at any age. This week, Emily's talking about how to raise kids who include others, because being an includer is the best way to create a kinder world. And she's invited a very special guest on the show: her ten-year-old son Brady! Emily and Brady talk about what it was like for Brady to be the new kid at school a few years ago, how he felt when others included him, and how he's tries to keep an eye out for kids who might feel alone like he once did.

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18: Emily's Top 5 Reads for Summer 2021 Jun 17, 2021

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What's better than sitting on your porch swing with an ice cold lemonade and a good book? Here at Simplified, not much! This week, Emily's popping in with her five favorite books for summer reading this year, a list filled with page-turning thrillers to dreamy and thought-provoking historical fiction, and even some motivational nonfiction. There's something for everyone here! So dust off that book shelf, pull out your library card, and get ready for a summer full of reading and relaxation.

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17: Creating Summer Routines for Kids (Simplified Parenting #2) Jun 10, 2021

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Summer is the best—long sunny days at the pool, backyard barbecues and ice cream cones, relaxing by the campfire under the stars. Everything feels a bit lighter and freer, until you have to decide: should we keep the kids on a schedule, or should we let them loose? (And either way, how can parents stay sane?) This week, Emily's popping in with five easy, flexible activities that parents can put into their kids' summer rotation, a nice mix of practical to-do's (because chores still need to be done) along with the unforgettable fun that make summer magical.

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