The Art of Hobbyness

This Episode is for the Birds!

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

Unlock Your Hidden Hobby in 3 Steps

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!

Interview w/ Dr. Laura Brenner on the importance of creativity and community

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. 

What's Puzzle -ing Erin?

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

Interview with the Most Interesting Man in the World, Drew Goodin

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. 

By Proxy Hobbies

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.

Arrival Happiness Fallacy

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

Husband 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.  

Calligraphy Calamity

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.

Parallel Play, Habit Stacking, and Hobby Discussions with Tara Clark

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/