The Empty Nest Kitchen
Welcome to The Empty Nest Kitchen with Christine Van Bloem, where we're finding fun in the kitchen and navigating life after the kids have flown the coop. Join Christine around her kitchen table as we delve into insightful conversations with fellow empty nest women about navigating careers, side hustles, and the joys of food and cooking.
Whether you're embarking on a new chapter or seeking inspiration for your next culinary adventure, tune in for stories, tips, and laughter from women just like you.
Podcasting since 2024 • 28 episodes
The Empty Nest Kitchen
Latest Episodes
Adventures in a Fifth Wheel: Exploring Life on the Road with Meredith McAdam
Join us this week as we delve into the extraordinary life of Meredith McAdam, a psychotherapist who has traded a conventional home for a life on the road. Meredith and her husband live and work from a 43-foot fifth wheel trailer, traveling acro...
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Season 2
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Episode 27
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29:40
How to Start a Supper Club
Want to start a supper club? You'll want to know the tips and tricks to make your club a success! In this episode we'll talk about starting and thriving in a supper club, detailing how you can enhance their social lives through these well-organ...
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Season 2
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Episode 26
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18:10
Vintage Vibes with Mindy Cawley of Vintage MC
This week, Christine sits down with Mindy Cawley, the owner of Vintage MC in Frederick, Maryland. They discuss Mindy's journey from farm life to running a successful vintage shop specializing in mid-century modern furniture and retro items. The...
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Season 2
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Episode 25
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47:04
Holistic Wellness Strategies with Dawn McGee
I'm talking with Dawn McGee, a wellness strategist and nutrition expert, covering a broad spectrum of health and wellness topics. Dawn shares her approach to nutrition, the significance of lifestyle transitions, and the holistic management of h...
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Season 2
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Episode 24
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30:14
Jennifer Gerlock Pursues It All
In this episode, Christine hosts her friend Jen Gerlock from Pursuit of it All, discussing Jen's recent life transitions. Jen shares her story of leaving a high-pressure job to prioritize her health and personal happiness, and how she now dives...
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Season 2
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Episode 23
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48:54