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The Raw and The Cooked - Simple Rhythms for SAHM, Honest Motherhood, and Books Worth Reading

Dara Boxer

196 episodes

1 week ago

Fall settles in as we map a full week of family dinners, pack smarter school lunches, and share the exact grocery spend that made it work. From soup and meatloaf to salmon and chili, we show how one plan and a few batch tricks stretch flavor, time, and budget. • soup Sundays with tomato soup and sourdough grilled cheese • meatloaf Monday with buttery mashed potatoes and a green • quick Asian Tuesday chicken with coconut milk over rice • hot sheet-pan salmon, rosemary mushroom cream, and left...

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Fall settles in as we map a full week of family dinners, pack smarter school lunches, and share the exact grocery spend that made it work. From soup and meatloaf to salmon and chili, we show how one plan and a few batch tricks stretch flavor, time, and budget. • soup Sundays with tomato soup and sourdough grilled cheese • meatloaf Monday with buttery mashed potatoes and a green • quick Asian Tuesday chicken with coconut milk over rice • hot sheet-pan salmon, rosemary mushroom cream, and left...

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The Raw and The Cooked - Simple Rhythms for SAHM, Honest Motherhood, and Books Worth Reading

#196: What We Ate This Week, How I Prepped, & What I Spent, Part VIII

Fall settles in as we map a full week of family dinners, pack smarter school lunches, and share the exact grocery spend that made it work. From soup and meatloaf to salmon and chili, we show how one plan and a few batch tricks stretch flavor, time, and budget. • soup Sundays with tomato soup and sourdough grilled cheese • meatloaf Monday with buttery mashed potatoes and a green • quick Asian Tuesday chicken with coconut milk over rice • hot sheet-pan salmon, rosemary mushroom cream, and left...

1 week ago

25 minutes

The Raw and The Cooked - Simple Rhythms for SAHM, Honest Motherhood, and Books Worth Reading

#195: 10 Things Simplifying My Life Right Now, Part IV

I'm sharing ten simple shifts that made our home calmer, kinder, and more joyful, from fall break routines and kid chores to one-pot dinners and paper cycle tracking. The theme of this episode is gratitude! Long fall break without school rushKids stepping up with dishes, sweeping, resets, laundryMonochrome gym uniforms to cut decisionsFavorite cropped teePlum quarter zipNavy quarter zipBuilding a small real-clothes capsuleEarly mornings with Scripture and prayerOne-pot curries, rice on repeat...

3 weeks ago

21 minutes

The Raw and The Cooked - Simple Rhythms for SAHM, Honest Motherhood, and Books Worth Reading

#194: Broken Bones & Holy Interruptions

Our first sukkah, a broken foot, and a reminder that curveballs aren’t rejections — they’re invitations. This week taught me about slowing down, showing up anyway, and finding joy in the middle of the mess. 🕊️ Send us a text www.daraboxer.com

1 month ago

15 minutes

The Raw and The Cooked - Simple Rhythms for SAHM, Honest Motherhood, and Books Worth Reading

#193: The Radical Gift of Sabbath

This week I’m sharing about one of my favorite rhythms in our family life: Sabbath. Why we keep it, how it shapes our week, and why rest is good for everyone — body, soul, family, and culture. I’ll talk about our own Sabbath table, the prep that makes it possible, and some wisdom from Genesis and beyond that has helped me see rest as not just a pause, but a gift. Send us a text www.daraboxer.com

1 month ago

19 minutes

The Raw and The Cooked - Simple Rhythms for SAHM, Honest Motherhood, and Books Worth Reading

#192: How I'm Taking Back My Life From My iPhone, Living Like It's 1995

Today's episode is a Part II of breaking free from cell phone addiction by turning smartphones into "dumb phones." Reclaiming our attention through intentional boundaries, mainly by living like it's 1995 again. • Deleting apps like banking, email, shopping, and browsers forces intentional computer-based usage • Setting boundaries like no phone before 7am and designated check-in times reduces compulsive checking • Switching to paper grocery lists and physical tracking systems eliminates const...

1 month ago

20 minutes

The Raw and The Cooked - Simple Rhythms for SAHM, Honest Motherhood, and Books Worth Reading

#191: The Summer 2025 Reading Roundup: Hits and Misses

I share my journey through 14 books read this summer - ten adult fiction and four children's books - reviewing the highlights, disappointments, and unexpected emotional moments along the way. • My standout favorite was "The Wedding People" by Alison Espach, likely to be in my top five books of the year • "Ask for Andrea" by Noelle Wehe captivated me with its unique perspective from murder victims in the afterlife • Some highly-rated books like "The Grace Year" and "Don't Forget to Write" fel...

1 month ago

26 minutes

The Raw and The Cooked - Simple Rhythms for SAHM, Honest Motherhood, and Books Worth Reading

#190: Digital Reset: Apps, Emails, Photos, and Calendars Made Simple

Digital clutter may not take up physical space, but it consumes valuable mental bandwidth and creates background anxiety we often ignore. This episode provides a comprehensive September reset for five key digital areas. • Phone usage is examined through the lens of "pickups" rather than screen time—revealing how we check phones every 8 minutes on average • Simple strategies for breaking phone addiction include app deletion, grayscale display, and designated check-in times • Computer organiza...

1 month ago

31 minutes

The Raw and The Cooked - Simple Rhythms for SAHM, Honest Motherhood, and Books Worth Reading

#189: Book Club | The Bright Years by Sarah Damoff

"The Bright Years" by Sarah Damnoff is a debut novel that explores addiction's devastating impact across three generations of a family. This powerful story unfolds over three decades through alternating perspectives, weaving together themes of alcoholism, adoption, redemption, and the resilience of imperfect love. Send us a text www.daraboxer.com

2 months ago

13 minutes

The Raw and The Cooked - Simple Rhythms for SAHM, Honest Motherhood, and Books Worth Reading

#188: Raw Monthly Budget | What My Family of Six Actually Spends

Ever wonder what a real family budget looks like? This week I’m opening up our June 2025 numbers — every dollar we spent on groceries, clothes, dining out, birdseed (yes), birthday parties, and last-minute ice cream runs. I’m sharing where the impulse spending sneaks in, what makes it worth it, and how I think about money not just as math but as a living record of our values, chaos, and care. Come peek behind the budget curtain. I hope it inspires you to look at your own spending with a littl...

2 months ago

27 minutes

The Raw and The Cooked - Simple Rhythms for SAHM, Honest Motherhood, and Books Worth Reading

#187: What If September Didn't Have to Feel So Overwhelming?

September has a way of rushing in with new routines, school schedules, and endless lists, leaving us feeling like we’re already behind. But what if this month didn’t have to feel so overwhelming? In this episode, I’m sharing how I’m experimenting with a gentler rhythm for fall — including my idea of a “fall dashboard” to keep things simple — and how we can give ourselves permission to focus on what matters now, instead of everything at once. Send us a text

2 months ago

25 minutes

The Raw and The Cooked - Simple Rhythms for SAHM, Honest Motherhood, and Books Worth Reading

#186: What We Ate This Week, How I Prepped, & What I Spent, Part VII

This week on the podcast, I’m sharing exactly what our family of six ate over the course of a full summer week—plus what we spent on groceries and dining out. With my dad visiting, it was a lively, food-filled few days of sourdough baking, summer dinners, and simple breakfasts. Tune in for a peek at our real-life meal rhythm, how I balance homemade with easy wins, and the total cost of feeding our crew this July. Mentioned Recipes: Sourdough Brownies 🍫Sourdough Chocolate Chip Cookies 🍪S...

2 months ago

13 minutes

The Raw and The Cooked - Simple Rhythms for SAHM, Honest Motherhood, and Books Worth Reading

#185: How I Structure Summer Weekdays with Four Small Children

In this episode of The Raw and the Cooked, I’m taking you inside a typical summer weekday morning in our house—with four kids under six, it’s as wild and sweet as you’d imagine. From the early wake-up call (courtesy of the cat) to swim lessons, snack prep, and that sacred solo coffee shop hour, I’m sharing the rhythms that help keep things (mostly) running. If you’re deep in the trenches too, I hope this one makes you feel a little less alone. Full Post Here. Send us a text www.daraboxer.com

3 months ago

14 minutes

The Raw and The Cooked - Simple Rhythms for SAHM, Honest Motherhood, and Books Worth Reading

#184: [REPLAY] Audio Magic: When Narrators Transform Good Books Into Great Ones

The magic of audiobooks lies in the unique relationship between listener and narrator. Just as our parents became our first storytellers, reading bedtime stories with dramatic voices and engaging inflections, today's professional narrators transform words on a page into immersive experiences. The right narrator can elevate a good story into something extraordinary—think of George Saunders' "Lincoln in the Bardo" with its hundred-voice cast, or the perfect pacing in "Daisy Jones and the Six" t...

3 months ago

19 minutes

The Raw and The Cooked - Simple Rhythms for SAHM, Honest Motherhood, and Books Worth Reading

#183: [REPLAY] The Power of the Pan Sauce

This replay dives into the magic of pan sauces — how they work, when to make them, and why they’re a shortcut to flavor and elegance. You’ll hear tips for building sauces from the bits left in the pan, plus my go-to combos that save dinner again and again. The Wooden Spoon Send us a text

3 months ago

14 minutes

The Raw and The Cooked - Simple Rhythms for SAHM, Honest Motherhood, and Books Worth Reading

#182: [REPLAY] Batch Cooking Will Transform Your Weeknight Dinner Routine

Stop cooking every night, especially in the thick of summer time. Today, we're going to discuss stretching three meals into seven nights with the help of batch cooking. Send us a text

3 months ago

9 minutes

The Raw and The Cooked - Simple Rhythms for SAHM, Honest Motherhood, and Books Worth Reading

#181: [REPLAY] Counter Intelligence: The Secret Life of Organized Kitchens

Today, I'm sharing five simple strategies to transform your kitchen into a stress-free space where you'll actually enjoy cooking, focusing on manageable daily actions that create long-term impact. • Clean up completely after every meal, including a "three-minute sweep" to remove non-kitchen items that accumulate on countertops • Gradually declutter cabinets and drawers while putting away clean dishes, removing broken items and duplicates you never use • Reorganize kitchen storage based on fr...

4 months ago

15 minutes

The Raw and The Cooked - Simple Rhythms for SAHM, Honest Motherhood, and Books Worth Reading

#180: [REPLAY] Meal Planning Made Simple

Meal planning doesn't need to be complicated or time-consuming to be effective. We break down a simple four-step system that will transform your weeknight dinner routine and eliminate the daily stress of deciding what to cook. • Determine exactly how many nights you'll be cooking each week • Create a list of 3-5 "staple meals" that you enjoy making and your family enjoys eating • Check your fridge and pantry for ingredients that need to be used up • Fill in your calendar with specific meals,...

4 months ago

19 minutes

The Raw and The Cooked - Simple Rhythms for SAHM, Honest Motherhood, and Books Worth Reading

#179: Book Club | The Wedding People by Alison Espach

I'm completely swept away by "The Wedding People" by Alison Espach, a book that surprised me with its raw honesty and emotional depth. This winner of the 2024 Goodreads Favorite Fiction award deserves every bit of its 4.1-star rating and half-million reviews. • Audiobook narrator Helen Lazor delivers an exceptional performance, bringing characters to life with distinct voices • The premise follows Phoebe, who checks into a hotel to end her life, and accidentally connects with bride-to-be Lil...

4 months ago

10 minutes

The Raw and The Cooked - Simple Rhythms for SAHM, Honest Motherhood, and Books Worth Reading

#178: Orchestrating Chaos: Bedtime Routines with Four Kids Under Six

Managing evening routines with four kids under six presents daily challenges that require flexibility, patience, and a consistent framework. Parenthood transforms us into versions of ourselves we never imagined possible, handling the beautiful chaos of young family life. • Striking a balance between consistent bedtime routines and summer flexibility • Reset the entire house after dinner with a family "power tidy" system • Divide evening responsibilities between partners without rigid role as...

4 months ago

26 minutes

The Raw and The Cooked - Simple Rhythms for SAHM, Honest Motherhood, and Books Worth Reading

#177: Guilt, Rage, and the Belle Doll — Managing Grandparent Overindulgence and Toy Overload

This episode is part confession, part therapy, for any mom drowning under a sea of plastic toys, overzealous grandparents, and the guilt that keeps you from tossing it all in a donation bin. I’m sharing what our kids bedrooms really looks like (hint: 5 baskets of stuffed animals, and that’s just the start), the infamous Belle doll incident that broke me, and how I’m learning to set boundaries, release guilt, and reclaim our space. We’ll talk systems, scripts, and why you are allowed to say, “...

4 months ago

19 minutes