Episodes

  • Comfort zones are cozy, but they'll ruin your life...

    Comfort zones are cozy, but they'll ruin your life...
    Jun 4 2025
    Check out the sponsors of this episode! Reencle: visit⁠ reencle.co⁠ and use Discount Code “Crunchy” for an exclusive 10% off in addition to any current promotion. https://tinyurl.com/RVCReencle ____ Life Skills Now: Go to ⁠kidscookrealfood.com/RVC⁠ and grab your free spot in #LifeSkillsNow today—because capable kids don’t happen by accident. _____ The Road to Kaeluma: Visit jesusfilm.org/kaeluma-RVC to listen, learn more, or access discussion guides and other bonus content! ____ In this episode of The Really Very Crunchy Podcast, Jason and Emily talk about what it means to step out of your comfort zone—whether that’s facing your fears, chasing your ambitions, or making healthy lifestyle changes. From saying yes to new opportunities to confronting the things that hold us back, they explore how growth often requires discomfort. Jason opens up about being asked to co-speak at an upcoming event with Emily… and why he doesn’t want to do it. They talk through the nerves, the resistance, and the push to say yes when everything in you wants to say no. Whether you're thinking about starting a new habit, taking on a challenge, or just trying to be braver in your everyday life, this one’s for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr
  • Our Secret to 15 Years of Marriage (Spoiler: It’s Not Date Nights)

    Our Secret to 15 Years of Marriage (Spoiler: It’s Not Date Nights)
    May 28 2025
    Check out the sponsors of this episode! Reencle: visit⁠ reencle.co⁠ and use Discount Code “Crunchy” for an exclusive 10% off in addition to any current promotion. https://tinyurl.com/RVCReencle _____ Life Skills Now: Go to ⁠kidscookrealfood.com/RVC⁠ and grab your free spot in #LifeSkillsNow today—because capable kids don’t happen by accident. _____ It’s our anniversary! 🎉 In this episode, Emily and Jason reflect on 15 years of marriage—what’s worked, what hasn’t, and why being best friends is the glue that keeps it all together. From learning to laugh through chaos to genuinely enjoying each other’s company (most days), we’re sharing a few things we’ve picked up along the way. We also talk about why All Dogs Go to Heaven is secretly one of the most horrifying kids’ movies ever made. And! We just dropped a new vlog that gives you a peek into our real-life crunchy family adventures. Check out the video here. Whether you're married, single, or still recovering from childhood cartoon trauma, this one’s for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    53 mins
  • Why we may never move back to the city…

    Why we may never move back to the city…
    May 21 2025
    Check out the sponsors of this episode! Reencle: visit reencle.co and use Discount Code “Crunchy” for an exclusive 10% off in addition to any current promotion. https://tinyurl.com/RVCReencle ____ Life Skills Now: Go to kidscookrealfood.com/RVC and grab your free spot in #LifeSkillsNow today—because capable kids don’t happen by accident. In this episode, Jason and Emily unpack the pros and cons of big city life vs. small town living. From public transportation and walkable grocery stores to the joy (and occasional chaos) of tight-knit communities, they compare the hustle of urban living with the slower pace of small-town charm. Whether you're a city dweller dreaming of open skies or a small-town soul craving late-night Indian food, this one’s for you. The video with the nice house in it: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/G4ue-G02wgc The video about a small town: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/No-uv8hJA_4 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    54 mins
  • Are we jerks? Maybe...

    Are we jerks? Maybe...
    May 14 2025
    Are you a jerk? Am I a jerk? In this episode of The Really Very Crunchy Podcast, Emily and Jason Morrow wrestle with a surprisingly deep question: what does it actually mean to be a jerk? From social awkwardness to strong opinions and crunchy mom convictions, they break down the difference between confidence and condescension, intention and impact. Are crunchy moms just misunderstood—or do they sometimes cross the line? With humor, humility, and a touch of self-doubt, they explore whether being a jerk is less about what you do and more about how you’re perceived. Here's the video referenced in today's episode: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/y7I8dVHncHM Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 12 mins
  • This one decision changed our homeschool life.

    This one decision changed our homeschool life.
    May 7 2025
    Thinking of starting a homeschool nature group but not sure where to begin? In this episode of The Really Very Crunchy Podcast, Emily and Jason break down how Emily started Forest Friends—a thriving nature-based homeschool community for moms and their kids. Emily shares the ups and downs, from awkward first meetups to finding your people, and offers real talk on building a group that actually works. Whether you're a seasoned homeschooler or just dreaming of more outdoor time and connection, this episode covers the practical steps, emotional hurdles, and sweet rewards of leading a nature co-op. Tune in to hear how creating community can feel weird, wonderful, and worth it. Links: Emily's Book https://amzn.to/4m0VEqA The Opossum Video: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/d4yP4us0q4g The Nature Station Video: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/Z42L1-wVaaA Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • Turns out, Emily isn't who she thought she was...

    Turns out, Emily isn't who she thought she was...
    Apr 30 2025
    If you're interested in hanging out with Emily at the Modern Homestead Conference check out the link below! https://modernhomesteading.com/tickets-2025/ This week, Emily and Jason Morrow recount the chaos and cuteness of their unexpected adventure as foster parents to baby opossums—midnight feedings, marsupial meltdowns, and all. But the conversation takes a turn when Emily admits she’s always considered herself a laid-back, go-with-the-flow Type B… until Jason presents some surprising evidence to the contrary. Is it possible the queen of crunchy calm is actually a closet Type A? The debate gets personal, hilarious, and oddly insightful. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • We Ignored the Doctor—and Our Son Got Better

    We Ignored the Doctor—and Our Son Got Better
    Apr 23 2025
    When their son suddenly developed a mysterious rash, Emily and Jason Morrow made a rare trip to the doctor—only to be handed a prescription for antibiotics after a 30-second glance. They waited it out instead, and the rash disappeared after some home remedies created by Emily. In this episode, they question why antibiotics are so overprescribed, and why the modern medical system seems to skip holistic approaches in favor of quick fixes. It's a hilarious, slightly chaotic conversation about trusting your gut (literally and figuratively), unnecessary medication, and whether Jason now fears pharmacists more than doctors. If you’ve ever wondered if that prescription was really necessary, this one’s for you. The book Emily wanted you to check out: https://amzn.to/4jO8Ltt And a t-shirt if you want to join our "commune..." https://www.reallyverycrunchy.com/store Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    57 mins
  • One comment turned into a full-blown crunchy cult.

    One comment turned into a full-blown crunchy cult.
    Apr 17 2025
    This week, Emily and Jason unpack a spicy little gem from the comments section—someone thinks we’re terrible people.Not just mildly annoying. Full-blown villains. So naturally, we take that critique to its logical (and very extreme) conclusion. Are we starting a cult? Sacrificing goats? Gaslighting the masses through sourdough reels? No. We’re just telling stories. That’s it. But also, Emily casually became an award-winning children’s book author, so maybe we are too powerful. Tune in for a very unserious conversation about internet outrage, accidental influence, and the true horror of being misunderstood online. Check out Emily's AWARD WINNING children's book! https://amzn.to/3G7ptoU Here's where you can get a t-shirt: https://www.reallyverycrunchy.com/store Also, here's that video we discussed in the episode: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DIBi_dnx8jF/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    59 mins
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