Life at the Table

Hart Studios

Life at the Table is a podcast for people who want stronger families, deeper faith, and honest conversations about the things that shape everyday life.  Hosted by Alicia and David Templeton, each episode explores marriage, parenting, leadership and spiritual growth with honesty, humor, and biblical perspective. Our mission is simple: build a bigger table, a place where grace is practiced, questions are welcome, and people grow closer to Jesus and each other. Pull up a chair.  There's always room at the table. 

  1. 2h ago

    Instructions are Optional

    This week, we focus in a little on David's personal motto:  "instructions are optional."  We look at a handful of examples that shows David's refusal to allow instructional pages or directions to tell him what to do.  We break down what can happen when we decide to ignore the instructions, including making things increasingly more difficult for yourself.  We hear talk more about a topic that is popular among us.  "Dave be Different"  and Alicia talks about witnessing this specific Dave be Different moment live and in person.  In this episode, David nearly adopts a new motto. As usual, we look into what the bible says about the topic and this week we visit a verse from Proverbs.   REFERENCE: Proverbs 12:15 Thank you for listening to Life at the Table! If you've enjoyed the show so far, the best way to help us out is to like the show, leave a comment/review and give us a 5 star rating.  Visit us at hartstudios.org for more information.

    27 min

  2. Jun 8

    The Ring Is Gone!

    In this week's episode, we talk about the emotional weight we place on things. From wedding rings to baseball tickets, we see just how much value we put into stuff; which sometimes makes us think that the stuff has more value than the memory or the moment they are connected to.  Alicia talks about (David) losing her wedding ring and how she grieved it when she (David) lost it but realized that the ring didn't hold the moment, the memories or the feelings but it was just a symbol of them.  We look at what Jesus says about earthly possessions and tie it together with our personal experiences.  REFERENCE: Matthew 6:19-20 Thanks for joining us for Life at the Table.  If you've been one to pull up a chair and join us around our table, please leave a review, give us a 5 star rating, like us wherever you get your favorite podcasts or share us with a friend.  For more information, visit us at hartstudios.org.

    25 min

  3. Jun 1

    Who's Steering Your Ship?

    This week, Alicia and David talk about influence again but with a little twist. We look into the importance of monitoring the influence that other things have on your life.  David and Alicia remember people and examples in their own lives that have shown positive influence just by the way that people live their life.  David and Alicia discuss the difference that 1 degree of bad influence can have in your life.   From "Lord of the Rings" references to real-life circumstances, David and Alicia breakdown the ways people (and things) can have influence, often unintentionally. REFERENCE James 3:16 Thank you for joining us for "Life at the Table" If you're enjoying our conversation, the best way to support us to rate the show with a 5 star rating, leave a comment and share us with someone you love.  We look forward to seeing our table grow.   For more information, visit us at hartstudios.org.

    49 min

  4. May 25

    Sourdough Era

    In this weeks episode, we talk about sourdough.  And in true Alicia fashion, she finds an awesome way to tie the process that sourdough takes and apply it to our lives. Just like sourdough, life takes patience.  Allow God to work in you what he wants.  "Stop and smell the roses" comes to mind as David breaks down the thought of applying this process to his own life.   This episode truly is a glimpse into what we talk about around our table.  Its biblical, nerdy and completely acceptable for a gluten free diet! REFERENCE: James 1:4 Thank you for listening to Life at The Table.  The best way to share this show is sharing it with someone you love.  You can also like, rate and leave a review.  Visit us at hartstudios.org for more information!

    49 min

  5. May 18

    Failure Doesn't Cancel Calling

    In this longer-than-normal episode, we learn that God can love us far beyond our failures.  We discuss Peter and his denial of Jesus and Jesus loving Peter anyway.  We give a detailed look into David's testimony, specifically how despite his best efforts, he could not disqualify himself from God's love for him or the plans God set in motion when he was just 15 years old.   We look at God forming both Peter and David in the darkest of times by setting pride aside and becoming dependent on God.  Alicia and David talk about the importance of having honest people who mean well surround you and allowing God to give you boldness to do what He wants you to do. Reference: Luke 22 John 21 If you've been in a dark place, feeling like God couldn't be farther from where you are.  If anxiety, turmoil or fear reside in your heart where the peaceful grace and mercy of the Lord should be, consider turning back, you'll find Jesus there waiting for you with open arms. Talk to a trusted friend or pastor at your church, seek truth by reading your bible.   Don't forget to give us a review, like and share the show and visit us at hartstudios.org to learn more about who we are and what we believe.  Thanks for listening!

    53 min

  6. May 11

    Let Me Fix That

    In this episode we discuss Alicia's deep seeded desire to fix every problem she sees in the moment they present themselves.  We also discuss the David's approach to problems and how he takes the time (sometimes too much time) to make sure he gets it right.   We discuss how neither approach is wrong but how its important to be aware of your tendencies so growth can occur.  We witness in real time as David responds to Alicia after taking a few moments to consider his response.   So whether you are a fixer or a thinker always remember that there is often more than one way to do things and the other ways are not always wrong, just different.   REFERENCE Ecclesiastes 7:29 Thank you for joining us on Life at the Table (Do it Dave's way).  If this has been something that has brought you joy, insight or a simple nod of agreement, please consider sharing us with someone special in your life! Like and rate, and check us out at hartstudios.org to learn more about who we are and what we do. Thanks for listening.

    34 min

  7. May 4

    Pull Your Weight!

    In this episode we discuss what its like to be enjoying a moment while someone else is carrying it.  We talk about the weight that people carry and how that can impact how they view a moment.  From the weight of our past to the future and all the burden and weight in between, we share a story from VERY early on in our marriage. Our honeymoon. We talk about what that phrase "Pull your weight" looked like in that moment and how easy it is too view life through our own experiences and preferences.  We remember that its important to slow down and enjoy the baby sharks in your life, because sometimes, those things may never come around again.  REFERENCE: Galatians 6:2,5 Remember to like and rate the show.  Share it with someone you know and encourage them to sit join you at your table. Let's build healthy, God-centered communities one seat at a time! Visit our website at hartstudios.org to learn more about who we are and what we are about. Thanks for listening!

    45 min

  8. Apr 27

    Earthquake?

    We're back!! After two weeks without a show, we are finally back with a brand new episode of Life at The Table!  This entire episode is about the delusion that exhaustion and sickness can cause.  In this semi-shortened episode (we are still a little sick after all) we talk about what is was like to try to push through an approaching sickness to record a new episode.  We soon realized that "nothing good ever happens after 2AM, Ted" From trying to record and hearing, seeing and feeling an earthquake and judging it's strength based on the water in the toilet moving ever-so-slightly, we learn that sometimes its important to rest.  REFERENCE: Matthew 11:28 If you're interested in what we're doing at Life at The Table and want to learn more about who we are, visit hartstudios.org.  Please, like and rate the show and share us with someone who you're interested in having join you around the table.

    22 min
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Life at the Table is a podcast for people who want stronger families, deeper faith, and honest conversations about the things that shape everyday life.  Hosted by Alicia and David Templeton, each episode explores marriage, parenting, leadership and spiritual growth with honesty, humor, and biblical perspective. Our mission is simple: build a bigger table, a place where grace is practiced, questions are welcome, and people grow closer to Jesus and each other. Pull up a chair.  There's always room at the table. 

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  • Creator
    Hart Studios
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    25
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2025 All rights reserved.
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    Life at the Table