Conversations with the Hostess

In this episode, I talk with Alison Bell who is a military spouse, photographer, and coach for other photographers. We talk about so many things in this episode from hosting parties, being a military family and having to move, how moving requires you to reestablish your community and in osme caes your business. Alison offers us her advice on marketing your business when you're in a new place and how to welcome newbies when you've been established somewhere for awhile. I could have talked with Alison for another hour because she had such good things to say and our stories aligned so much. This is definitely one to listen to if you want to hang with a couple of friends and hear us talk about all the things. Grab your coffee and take a listen today, then let me know what a bull horn has to do with everything! Links You'll Need Take a peek at everything Alison is doing at her links below. If you need family photos on Oahu, check out her website to book a session. If you are a photographer also, Alison is a wealth of knowledge on how to run your business, so check out her coaching page here. You can follow her on Instagram here , Pinteret here, and her website here. Bingeing Segment This week I'm bingeing a book that makes a great gift for any boy or girl. Plus this is a book that they will use, read, and reference for years and years to come. Don't Forget! Be sure to leave a rating and review of the podcast on Apple podcasts to help spread the conversations and build more connections. You can follow along for behind the scenes podcast content @thedailyhostess on Instagram.

This week I share about a really fun experience getting to help set up a graduation party in a venue. It was fun, but challenging given our short time line to get everything set up. In the episode I give you all the tips and tricks I learned through the experience to help you set up any kind of party venue and to do it quickly. Bingeing Segment If you need a show to watch with your spouse, the one I'm bingeing this week is a great option. You'll get politics, some steamy romance, beautiful scenery, and great acting. Don't Forget! Be sure to leave a rating and review of the podcast on Apple podcasts to help spread the conversations and build more connections. You can follow along for behind the scenes podcast content @thedailyhostess on Instagram.

Do you ever get the urge to host something, but you just don't have a reason to do it at your house? today's podcast is all about how to get involved with hosting events for other groups. Things like your PTO, HOA, interest groups and more. I thoroughly enjoy the planning and prep work of hosting so this is a great exercise in getting to do those things, but not necessarily always having to host something at our house. Listen in today and you may just be encouraged to get involved too. Bingeing Segment I share a show that I binged in one sitting recently on the podcast this week. It's a great one if you like a strong female lead that shows the men who is boss! Don't Forget! Be sure to leave a rating and review of the podcast on Apple podcasts to help spread the conversations and build more connections. You can follow along for behind the scenes podcast content @thedailyhostess on Instagram.

I had an amazing follower on Instagram ask a great question in my DM's and this week I'm answering her dilemma on the podcast. If you've ever wanted to host a recurring party each week or month, I dive into the best ways to do it on this episode. If you want to have an open house style party this is a great episode too. I share best ways to motivate your guests to show up, keep coming back each week, and how a theme can help ease the burden on you as you host regularly. Lots of great advice in this episode for those regular recurring open house style parties you may be thinking about hosting. I love that this episode was all because someone asked a question. So if you have any burning questions be sure to send me a message and I'll tackle your hosting dilemma next! Bingeing Segment My sister-in-law and I gave each other the same gift for our most recent birthdays because we both kept seeing ads on Instagram for them. We've both used ours several times at various different parties. They work so well. Get yours here. Don't Forget! Be sure to leave a rating and review of the podcast on Apple podcasts to help spread the conversations and build more connections. You can follow along for behind the scenes podcast content @thedailyhostess on Instagram.

This week I'm sharing a ton of really fun ways to host a Galentine's Day party. I've never hosted one, but after talking about it so much I really, really want to. I share great theme ideas, activities you can do with your friends and fun food ideas that are strictly for the girlies. Want to get your gal pals together and share a fun party with them? Listen in to see if you can incorporate any of these fun ideas into your own Galentine's Day party. Bingeing Segment If you have any sort of birthday coming up, these light up candles (or these are a cheaper option) will be the perfect thing to add to the birthday cake. They make the whole "Happy Birthday" song so much more of an event! Don't Forget! Be sure to leave a rating and review of the podcast on Apple podcasts to help spread the conversations and build more connections. You can follow along for behind the scenes podcast content @thedailyhostess on Instagram.

This week Susan Vernick is here from Etiquette Chics and she's sharing all the tools to be a great party guest and host. I lover her perspective that etiquette is not a bunch of rules, but a way to do things better. Those better ways will make you feel more confident and successful not just at parties, but in your everyday life too. Listen in now to get ready for all of those upcoming holiday parties you'll be attending. Links You'll Need Find more from Susan and the Etiquette Chics on their website here. Follow her on Instagram here. Be sure to check out Susan's seasonal digital magazine here and all of her other helpful tools on her website. She also offers virtual etiquette classes if you aren't local to her, so book one today for your Scout troop, office party, graduating class, sports team, etc. Bingeing Segment If you're ready to get cozy this winter season and light some candles. Use this electric lighter and enjoy the tray that comes with to set all the tools on including a snuffer and whick trimmer. Don't Forget! Be sure to leave a rating and review of the podcast on Apple podcasts to help spread the conversations and build more connections. You can follow along for behind the scenes podcast content @thedailyhostess on Instagram.

This week I am talking with my gym buddy about how she celebrates sports. Alice Elrod is on the podcast and she shares all about hosting sporting watch parties, how to do it smoothly, and how to do it with little kids around as well. I know you're going to get a lot of value and hosting tips from this episode. Listen in now! Links You'll Need Find more from Alice by following along on her Instagram here. You can also listen to episode 67 where I interview our gym owner, Suzanne. Bingeing Segment I'm loving the smell of these Trader Joe's candles and that's saying a lot because I'm not a scent lover. I typically want things to smell like nothing, so this is a ringing endorsement. It's a great scent for fall to have all over your house. Don't Forget! Be sure to leave a rating and review of the podcast on Apple podcasts to help spread the conversations and build more connections. You can follow along for behind the scenes podcast content @thedailyhostess on Instagram.

This week we are talking all about how humor can bring you together with others. Angelica Hanley, from, A Couple Puns is sharing about how her business of funny, pun-filled cards gives her a creative outlet, a community, and a way to share humor with others. She's a military spouse that started her business and has been successful throughout numerous moves and life changes all while her business community has supported her along the way. Links You'll Need Find more from Angelica and to get yourself your own pun cards check out her website here. You can also follow her on Instagram or Facebook as well. Bingeing Segment I've had this robot vacuum for a couple years now and even though I don't use all of it's amazing features it helps me stay on top of cleaning around the house and being party ready at any time. Don't Forget! Be sure to leave a rating and review of the podcast on Apple podcasts to help spread the conversations and build more connections. You can follow along for behind the scenes podcast content @thedailyhostess on Instagram.

Have you ever felt like you couldn't host or didn't want to go to something because you didn't feel confident in what you were wearing? It happens to the best of us. Today on the podcast, personal stylist, Laura Longmire from Where Life Meets Style is sharing her wisdom on how to dress with confidence for any occasion. Spoiler alert it doesn't take a ton of new clothes to do it either. Links You'll Need Find more from Laura and take advantage of her virtual styling sessions by checking out her website here. You can also follow her on Instagram or Facebook as well. Bingeing Segment I saw these tortoise print drinking glasses shared by a great influencer on IG @cassiesugarplum and immediately purchased them (once they were back in stock). I already have several tablescapes planned with them for fall and Thanksgiving. I can't wait to show them to you! Don't Forget! Be sure to leave a rating and review of the podcast on Apple podcasts to help spread the conversations and build more connections. You can follow along for behind the scenes podcast content @thedailyhostess on Instagram.

It's Olympic week! The Summer 2024 Olympics start this week and this podcast episode is going to give you all the details and inspiration you need to host a fun watch party, themed neighborhood, tournament, or delicious Olympic inspired potluck. Listen in for lots of ideas then click through the links below to find everythign you need for a great party. Will you be watching the opening ceremonies this week? What country are you cheering for? Is there an obscure event you get really excited to watch? Links You'll Need Use my one page party planning document here to gather all of your ideas and figure out what you need to do to host a fun party. Here are some fun flag themed items that work great for decor or food. Don't forget to hand out gold medals with these. Learn more about the Olympics, times, channels, events, etc. here. Bingeing Segment Never thought I'd share underwear on the internet, but here we are. I have been loving these full coverage underwear. And these thong style are the most comfortable ones you will ever wear, promise! Don't Forget! Be sure to leave a rating and review of the podcast on Apple podcasts to help spread the conversations and build more connections. You can follow along for behind the scenes podcast content @thedailyhostess on Instagram.

Do you ever want to bring something healthy to a party or potluck? Well, this week's guest, Esther Avant is a health and wellness coach with some great advice for being healthy and hosting. She's a military spouse that has moved around and helped lots of women get healthier even in the midst of transition. I loved her perspective on figuring out how to enjoy hosting especially if it's not something that comes naturally or you enjoy doing. Links You'll Need Find more from Esther and see if she can help with your health goals by checking out her website here. You can also follow her on Instagram or Facebook as well. Bingeing Segment I recently used this great, versatile table runner for my mother-in-law's birthday adn think it's a great addition to any hosts table ware stash. Don't Forget! Be sure to leave a rating and review of the podcast on Apple podcasts to help spread the conversations and build more connections. You can follow along for behind the scenes podcast content @thedailyhostess on Instagram.

This week is so exciting and it's because it's all about one of my favorite shows, Bridgerton! The new season is airing on Netflix soon and I want to celebrate because it's been nearly two years since the last season. If you love the show too, listen in to hear all about why I do, what the show encouraged me to start doing, and how you can get your own Bridgerton party plan. I've put together a very detailed Bridgerton themed party plan. You can use it to celebrate the release of the new season, or use it for a bridal shower, brunch, Mother's Day or themed birthday party. The party plan has links, tutorials, and checklists for everything from the tablescape, menu, activities to customizable party themed printables. It's really everything you need, plus you'll get me as your virtual party planner if you need any help along the way. Links You'll Need Click here to purchase your Bridgerton Party Plan, or go to www.thedailyhostess.com/shop I also mentioned a couple Bridgerton podcasts I love. Check out this more serious one here, and a funny satire one here. You can purchase the book series here. Bingeing Segment This is such a fun and easy to figure out party game that goes great with a Bridgerton themed party. Get it here, and see more bridgerton themed activities in the party plan. Don't Forget! Be sure to leave a rating and review of the podcast on Apple podcasts to help spread the conversations and build more connections. You can follow along for behind the scenes podcast content @thedailyhostess on Instagram.

I hope this never happens to you, but if you plan a party, celebration, or holiday event and no one can come we're going to talk about it on the podcast today. I go over how to mitigate this situation before it even happens, what to do if it turns out no one can come, and how to respond if you're the person that can't attend an event you were invited to. It's a little personal and a little ranty, but I hope you get some value out of it and don't find yourself in a situation where people don't show up. Listen in to figure out what to do if that does happen. Bingeing Segment This week I'm sharing a great party decoration that's super versatile and can be used for a bunch of different parties. Get this banner here. Don't Forget! Be sure to leave a rating and review of the podcast on Apple podcasts to help spread the conversations and build more connections.