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Living Large in A Small House Podcast

By Lynn Vogeler

I'm Lynn the creator of the blog "Living Large in A Small House". I'm passionate about decorating, cooking, entertaining, organizing, and gardening. I live in a 1,300 sq., ft., home with my husband who I call "Handy" on my blog. I'm Mom to three grown kids, Kenny who lives in LA, Annie who lives with her husband Tommy in Dallas, and Emma who lives in Chicago. We also have a 15-year-old Shih Tzu named Molly and 5 beautiful hens who provide us with organic, fresh eggs daily.

I'm pretty transparent about my life and what goes on at this small house!

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Living Large in A Small House PodcastFeb 22, 2023

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Living Through Violence - October National Domestic Violence Month

Living Through Violence - October National Domestic Violence Month

Living Through Violence - October National Domestic Violence Month

Season 9 - Episode 10


On this podcast, my guest is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. I asked her to join me for a couple of reasons. Not only is October National Domestic Violence Month, but I’ve also been sharing on my blog a part of my life when I was in an abusive relationship. I felt it was important to talk with a professional to give us the best advice on this subject. 

WHAT YOU WILL HEAR ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE:

  • Different types of abuse in Relationships
  • Potential Signs of Domestic Violence
  • When or Should you intervene if you think a friend or family member is being abused?
  • If you are in an abusive situation is it common to not tell others?
  • Can abuse extend to others in the family?
  • What are the ramifications for children living in a violent household?
  • Resources


RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED:

If in immediate danger, call 911 for emergency assistance.  If not in immediate danger, contact national and local DV victim service agencies for support (safety planning, child custody laws, orders of protection, and more).  


National Domestic Violence Hotline.  Call 1-800-799-7233 (SAFE) or text "START" to 88788 for confidential assistance from trained advocates.  The hotline is open 24/7 and has interpretation services for 200+ languages.  Website:  www.thehotline.org.

National Sexual Assault Hotline.  1-800-656-4673 (HOPE).

 

More local information:

 

Illinois Coalition Against Domestic Violence.  806 South College Street, Springfield IL 62704.  Website www.ilcadv.org.  Phone 1-217-789-2830 (Monday - Friday from 8:30 am - 4:30 pm).   

Illinois Domestic Violence Hotline 1-877-863-6338

Turning Point, Inc.  11019 US-14, Woodstock IL 60098.  Phone 815-338-8081.  Website:  www.turnpt.org.  

Wings Program.  Phone:  847-519-7820.  Website:  www.wingsprogram.com.  DV 24-hour hotline 847-221-5680  

Podcast with Lori Corrigan: Holiday Stress



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Oct 04, 202330:50
What's Going on at This Small House - October
Sep 27, 202321:49
Using Essential Oils in Your Home

Using Essential Oils in Your Home

Sep 20, 202343:51
Our Controversial DIY Project
Sep 13, 202301:01:54
Rebroadcast of Podcast with Stacy Ling of Bricks N' Blooms

Rebroadcast of Podcast with Stacy Ling of Bricks N' Blooms

Stacy is now a published author. Her book titled “The Bricks N’ Blooms Guide to a Beautiful and Easy-Care Flower Garden” will be released in February of 2024. In honor of this exciting news I wanted to re-share our fun conversation on all things gardens.


WHAT YOU WILL HEAR ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE:

- How we met

- Her New Home and 10 Acres of Property to Garden

- Gardening

- The House

- She was on House Hunters!


RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED:

⁠Floret Farm’s Cut Flower Garden⁠

⁠The Well-Tended Perennial Garden⁠

⁠The Manual of Woody Landscape Plants⁠

⁠The Layered Garden⁠

House Hunters: Season 158, Episode 4

Ski Condo or Lake House in Vermont

The Bricks N’ Blooms Guide to a Beautiful and Easy-Care Flower Garden by Stacy Ling - Pre-order TODAY


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Aug 30, 202344:32
Sharing our Love of Vintage
Aug 16, 202333:13
Bake Me a Cake as Fast as you Can

Bake Me a Cake as Fast as you Can

Chelsea Kolich

Season 9 - Episode 4


You are really going to enjoy my chat today with Chelsea from Generation Bakes. She’s a young mom who has reinvented herself and started a small business that includes baking incredible celebration cakes. 


WHAT YOU WILL HEAR ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE:

- How Chelsea and I know each other

- Her move to Tennessee from Illinois

- Her life as a young mom to three children who she homeschools

- A new passion for baking cakes


RESOURCES

TV Shows

British Baking Show

Preppy Kitchen

 

Cookbooks

Trim Healthy Momma

Prairie Homestead Cookbook

Elliott Homestead Cookbook – Shaye Elliott

From France to the Farm – Angela Reed

 

Homeschool Curriculum

Ambleside Online

 

Cake Decorating 

Cake Decorating Set

Cake Turntable

Icing Smoother/Comb Set

 

Homemaker Chic Podcast

Angela Reed & Shaye Elliott

 

@savvycityfarmer – Joy

Seller of English Advertising Pots


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Jul 26, 202350:16
Fresh Flowers Daily
Jul 19, 202301:14:09
You Can't Drink from an Empty Cup!
Jul 12, 202301:02:12
New Season - So Many Changes
Jul 05, 202338:07
Sewing Blankets for a Cure!
Apr 26, 202334:58
Lynn's Small Recollections & Reflections - Audio Version
Apr 19, 202307:10
She's an expert at everything French country but she's also a funnel hacker!
Apr 12, 202357:31
Talking with Vinny Torossy who is on our Local School Board
Apr 03, 202347:42
The Funniest Podcast Yet (At least we think so!) Chatting with my Dear Friend Debbie
Mar 15, 202301:12:34
A Chat with the Delightful Nicolle of Our Tiny Nest
Mar 08, 202338:46
TV Producer by Day - Power Tool Aficionado by Night
Mar 02, 202356:36
Gardening at Living Large in A Small House
Feb 22, 202312:48
Our Mutual Love of Magazines!

Our Mutual Love of Magazines!

Today my guest is Amy Sadler from the blog Amy Sadler Designs

ABOUT AMY

Amy lives in Missouri with her family and is one of the most creative people that I know.

WHAT YOU WILL HEAR ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE:

- How we know each other

- Her blog and her passion for painting and creating

- Our mutual love for magazines

- Her upcoming projects

* The Handcrafted Society

* Curator for Turquoise Iris Journal

* Pinterest TV Live - February 22nd

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Feb 15, 202351:55
Today we are chatting about all things Organizing!

Today we are chatting about all things Organizing!

Today my guest is Donna Allen from the blog “An Organized Season

ABOUT DONNA

Donna and her husband, Rich are the co-creators of the blog “An Organized Season”. They live in Florida and have three grown sons.

WHAT YOU WILL HEAR ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE:

- How we know each other

- Organizing Tips & Tricks

- How to purge (especially sentimental items)

- Best Organizing Advice

- Putting Organizing into perspective

- The goal we both share for 2023

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Feb 08, 202355:24
A little love from Lynn at Living Large in A Small House
Feb 01, 202317:11
A Chat with one of the Owners of one of my favorite local boutiques
Jan 25, 202339:59
Erin Harman shares why her blog is called Erin Evolving!
Jan 18, 202339:14
Sweet Crystal from Sweet Valley Acres
Jan 11, 202349:53
Talking with Lori Corrigan, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor about Managing Holiday Stress

Talking with Lori Corrigan, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor about Managing Holiday Stress

Dec 19, 202246:40
Holiday Stress
Dec 12, 202216:45
Another Chat with "Handy"
Dec 05, 202233:22
I'm back with a Quick little Podcast
Nov 28, 202215:27
What is HomeTalk? More than you know!

What is HomeTalk? More than you know!

Welcome to Amanda Connelly from HomeTalk, Inc

ABOUT AMANDA

Amanda lives in Florida with her husband and she is the Senior Community Manager for HomeTalk, Inc.

WHAT YOU WILL HEAR ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE:

- How Amanda and I know each other

- What is HomeTalk, Inc., FoodTalk, Upstyle, Simplify

- How you can join at Creators.Hometalk.com

- Who these platforms are for?

- What is a Senior Community Manager

- My experience with all of HomeTalk’s Platforms.

RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED:

House Across the Lake by Riley Sager

It Starts with Us by Colleen Hoover

It Ends with Us by Colleen Hoover

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Oct 31, 202232:22
A Chat with Lauren Dierschke the Owner of Restored 316

A Chat with Lauren Dierschke the Owner of Restored 316

Welcome to Lauren Dierschke from Restored 316

ABOUT LAUREN

Lauren lives in Austin, TX, and is the owner of Restored 316. Her company is the premier provider of feminine WordPress themes. Lauren is an inspiration to all women. With her last $10 and a small baby, she started her company to support her family

WHAT YOU WILL HEAR ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE:

- How and why Lauren started her successful business

- What Restored 316 is all about.

- Why customer service is so important to Lauren.

- Her course on growing your email list

- VIP services she will be offering in 2023

RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED:

Restored 316

How are You Really – Living Your Truth One Answer at a Time” by Jenna Kutcher

Untamed” by Glennon Doyle

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Oct 24, 202243:32
Welcome Leslie Saeta from My 100 Year Old Home - Introducing her new book "A Home to Share"
Oct 17, 202244:52
National Daughter Day & My Talk with My Two Beautiful Daughters
Sep 26, 202242:29
Back By Popular Demand "Handy"
Sep 19, 202222:26
My Chat with Megan Moore who live in a true tiny house with her family
Sep 12, 202246:05
Organizing with Living Large in A Small House Fall Edition
Sep 05, 202219:06
Is There A Lawyer In the House?

Is There A Lawyer In the House?

ABOUT JEN GEIS

Jen Geis is someone whom I have been friends with for years. We met each other when I was working for Scholastic. We have been friends ever since. I’ve worked with Jen on some interior design projects and we also organized her entire home.

Jen now works for KillerSpin in Chicago.

WHAT YOU WILL HEAR ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE:

- Introduction to Jen

- How We Know Each Other

- Organizing her home

- Our new health journeys

RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED:

“The Prince of Tides” by Pat Conroy

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Aug 29, 202230:16
Is there A Doctor in the House?
Aug 15, 202242:20
I'm Back - Glennon Doyle and The Haven Conference

I'm Back - Glennon Doyle and The Haven Conference

WHAT YOU WILL HEAR ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE:

- I have Covid

- My Trip to Haven Conference

- Listening to the audiobook “Untamed” by Glennon Doyle

- Taking Care of Me

- What to Expect from Me

RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED:

“Untamed” by Glennon Doyle

CONNECT WITH ME:

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Aug 08, 202214:25
A Christmas in July Conversation with Diane Sudhoff

A Christmas in July Conversation with Diane Sudhoff

ABOUT DIANE SUDHOFF

Diane is the owner and creator of South House Designs. She is the creative mind behind custom products that include Beautiful Christmas Stockings. She’s a very savvy businesswoman who in addition to making beautiful handmade products for the home, gives back to the community. To date, her donations have provided 175,000 meals for families in need.

Diane is interested in partnering with someone who is interested in making something that would compliment her stocking sales. It would definitely be a win-win. Reach out to Diane at her email below.

WHAT YOU WILL HEAR ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE:

My interview with Diane

- How We Met - Blogging Conference

- Her business - Creating Custom Christmas Stockings

- Her Philanthropic work - Stocking the Pantry

- Her Home & Projects

- Her Family Christmas Tradition - Experience Gifting

RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED:

The Song of Achilles: A Novel

South House Boutique - Etsy

Stocking the Pantry

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Jul 18, 202251:24
Live in my Studio - It's "Handy"
Jul 11, 202244:11
Welcome to Season 5 with my Sweet Texas Friend Michele Howell

Welcome to Season 5 with my Sweet Texas Friend Michele Howell

ABOUT MICHELE HOWELL

Michele is the creator of vintagehomedesigns.com She lives in a suburb of Dallas with her husband. She is a designer and a truly talented lady.

WHAT YOU WILL HEAR ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE:

My interview with Michele

- How we met

- Her job as a blogger, designer, and Airbnb owner

- Having her home in Magazines

- Her home and unique community and her gardens

RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED:

Brides of North Texas

Country Sampler – Farmhouse Style

Beholding and Becoming: The Art of Everyday Worship

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Jul 04, 202241:44
Emma is Moving to Chicago and she has very expensive tastes! Thank you Philip & Nathan Etter!

Emma is Moving to Chicago and she has very expensive tastes! Thank you Philip & Nathan Etter!

My baby is moving to her own apartment in Chicago. The place that she and her friend Spencer found is amazing! The serendipitous way that everything worked out is quite a story! 

The girls have a definite style and it all started with some mid-century modern chairs that were gifted to Emma from the Etters (you can listen to our Podcast with them HERE)

WHAT YOU WILL HEAR ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE:

My interview with Emma

- She’s Moving out to Chicago

- The Apartment and how it just fit into the plan

- The girl’s design style

- We are going to miss each other

RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED:

Podcast with the Etters HERE

Artwork for Emma’s Apartment - Photowall

Bed Frame

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Jun 06, 202243:49
Eryn Whalen - Along with her family they moved from the suburbs in Washington State to a 120 acre farm in Tennessee

Eryn Whalen - Along with her family they moved from the suburbs in Washington State to a 120 acre farm in Tennessee

ABOUT ERYN WHALEN

Eryn is the creator of erynwhalenonline.com Along with her husband and two kids they recently sold their home in Washington State and moved away from Family and Friends to Tennessee. Their goal was to own more and owe less. They now have a 120-acre farm with a farmhouse that needs a lot of love. She has the plenty of that and the talent to make it into their dream home.

WHAT YOU WILL HEAR ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE:

My interview with Eryn

- How We Met

- Why they decided to move?

- The House

- The Property

- Gardening

RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED:

Do It Scared by Ruth Soukup

Deer Out

Deer Scram

Thistlewood Blogging Mastermind

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May 30, 202239:01
Host of the Popular IG Live "Meet Me In the SheShed" - Wendy McMonigle of WMDesignhouse.com

Host of the Popular IG Live "Meet Me In the SheShed" - Wendy McMonigle of WMDesignhouse.com

ABOUT WENDY MCMONIGLE

Wendy is the owner and creator of WMDesignHouse.com. She is also the Host of the Popular IG Live “Meet Me in The SheShed”. She’s one of the most creative people I know. The things that she can make with items for Dollar Tree are amazing. She lives in Southern California in a historic home with her husband of 39 years, David and he joins her in all of the places for her cooking segments.

WHAT YOU WILL HEAR ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE:

My interview with Wendy

- How We Met

- Our Blogging Journey

- Decorating and her historic home

- Gardening

RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED:

Marfan’s Syndrome

https://marfan.org/conditions/marfan-syndrome/

Thistlewood Blogging Mastermind

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May 23, 202243:52
She's not Toxic but the Stuff we put on our skin is! Welcome back my little buddy Emma!

She's not Toxic but the Stuff we put on our skin is! Welcome back my little buddy Emma!

ABOUT Emma Vogeler

Emma is my beautiful 23-year-old (single) daughter. She currently lives at home but is planning on moving to the city of Chicago (40 miles away) in July. She works from home as a Marketing Coordinator for a computer software firm.

WHAT YOU WILL HEAR ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE:

My interview with Emma

- Recap of the HBOMax Docu-series “Not So Pretty” - HBOMax

- Breakdown of the four episodes

- Our take on the program

- What we are doing in our lives to change our products

RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED:

Apps to scan your products for chemicals: Skin Deep, Detox Me and Clearya. We also found anothers: EWG Healthy Living and Think Dirty

Chemicals you DON’T want in your products

Talc

Fragrance

TPHP

Dimethyltolylamine - Carcinogen

Titanium dioxide - toxic to reproduction

Methylene Glycol - known to cause cancer

Dibutyl phthalate (DBP)

Piethylhexyl phthalate (DEHP)

Formaldehyde

Methylene glycol

Quaternium-15

Mercury

Isobutylparaben

Isopropyiparaben

M-Phenylenediamine and its salts

0-Phenylenediamine and its salts

The entire class of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS)

most toxic chemicals

Chemicals found in nail polish

TPHP

Camphor

Toluene

Ethyl tosylamide

Dibutyl Phthalate

Formaldehyde Resin

Formaldehyde

Parabens

Xylene

Found in packaging:

BPA

BPF

BPAF

Recycle symbols 3, 6 and 7 are bad

Symbols 2, 4, 5 are better (245 stay alive)

Company I’m using for my face products:  Toups & Co

Support “Safer Beauty Bill” Package

Sign the Petition “Crown Act”

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May 16, 202247:45
Reinventing Reinvented Delaware with Cindy Rust
May 09, 202231:30
Amy from @thevintagebreadbox. She's traditional eclectic with a whole lot of vintage class!
May 02, 202238:01
A New House and 10 Acres with Master Gardener Stacy Ling
Apr 25, 202244:35
Is Homesteading the New Fad?
Apr 18, 202215:30
Spring has Sprung at this Small House
Apr 11, 202221:00