So Into That

Caro Chambers
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So Into That

Substack's #1 food & drink writer invites some of her favorite people to share what they're into right now… whether that's a book, show, recipe, beauty hack... or an approach to marriage and parenting, community, or friendship. Conversations about finding easier and better ways to do (and enjoy) life. Learn more at whattocook.substack.com. whattocook.substack.com

  1. Thanksgiving hotline with Sohla, Olivia, and Caro

    2 DAYS AGO

    Thanksgiving hotline with Sohla, Olivia, and Caro

    Thanks to all who tuned into our turkey day chat earlier this week! Here’s the recording in case you missed it. Have any questions we didn’t cover? Ask them here! Get full access to What To Cook When You Don't Feel Like Cooking at whattocook.substack.com/subscribe

    59 min
  2. a VERY BIG pre-order giveaway!!!!

    JUL 14

    a VERY BIG pre-order giveaway!!!!

    ONE OF YOU IS WINNING A TRIP TO CARMEL!!!! I promise I’ll stop yapping about pre-orders soon, because the book will BE IN YOUR HANDS IN LESS THAN A MONTH! But until pub day on August 13th, it’s pre-order city, baby. And to show you just how SERIOUSLY, UNENDINGLY GRATEFUL I am to all of you for pre-ordering, I’ve been working really hard on a truly massive giveaway… CARO’S PERFECT WEEKEND IN CARMEL GIVEAWAY!!!!! **TWO NIGHT STAY AT CARMEL VALLEY RANCH** **$100 GIFT CARD TO STATIONAERY** **A PICNIC BOX + CRACKERS FROM LADY & LARDER** **A WINE TASTING FOR TWO AT PELIO ESTATE WINES** **A WINE TASTING FOR TWO AT HOLMAN RANCH** **$100 GIFT CARD TO WINE HOUSE** **A WINE TASTING FOR TWO AT JOYCE WINE CO.** **$100 GIFT CARD TO CELLA RESTAURANT** **PLUS… A SIGN SLAP HIKE OR GLASS OF WINE WITH LITTLE OLE ME!!!! (if you want to lol)** If you follow me on Instagram, you’ll know and recognize all of these spots as places I frequent with my fam, friends, and on dates with George. Bring your whole fam (all of these tasting rooms are kid-friendly, trust me, I’d know), bring a friend, come with just your significant other, or bring your grandma…! No matter who you bring, I’m just so excited for one of you to get to get to experience the beautiful part of the world where we live. TO ENTER: * If you already entered to join the cooking class, you’re already entered! * Otherwise, preorder the book, then head to this link to enter! FYI it says nothing about the giveaway right now, but don’t worry, this is how you enter!! * If you can’t remember if you already entered to join the cooking class, just do it again! * Winner will be announced on August 14th, 2024. **Carmel Valley Ranch disclaimer: Accommodations based on availability. During holidays and special events, blackout dates apply. Valid Sunday - Thursday. **Flights not included. Get full access to What To Cook When You Don't Feel Like Cooking at whattocook.substack.com/subscribe

    1 min

  3. JUN 5

    author annabel monaghan on getting unstuck, her new book ‘summer romance,’ and how decluttering reveals your true values

    Get this week’s full So Into That newsletter here! https://whattocook.substack.com/p/author-annabel-monaghan-on-getting It’s summertime, and that means it’s Annabel Monaghan time! Annabel’s one of my favorite authors, and lucky for us she cranks out a delightful new book seemingly every June. This year is no different, so today we talk about Summer Romance and a whole lot more: from kids and smartphones (she’s also mom of 3 boys/young men), to sneaking away from her family to write her first adult novel during the pandemic (“it felt like a love affair”) to her recent embrace of getting rid of old stuff – and the existential questions that pop up when you’re deciding whether to let go of a 15-year-old shirt. Plus, Annabel’s fascinating writing process: part art, part science, part voodoo. And bribing her sons to read her (not even that steamy) books: “They’re like, ‘Gross!’” Links:  * Annabel’s new book, Summer Romance - https://amzn.to/3R5GYc1 * Her debut (adult) novel, Nora Goes Off Script - https://amzn.to/3wVtadi * Same Time Next Summer - https://amzn.to/3R0DHuo * Annabel’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/annabelmonaghan/?hl=en * Our new cabin! - https://www.instagram.com/p/C7hGmo_xKSM/?hl=en&img_index=1 Get full access to What To Cook When You Don't Feel Like Cooking at whattocook.substack.com/subscribe

    36 min

  4. MAY 15

    'the idea of you' author robinne lee reacts to the movie adaptation and the new ending

    Get this week's full So Into That newsletter here! https://whattocook.substack.com/p/the-idea-of-you-author-robinne-lee The Idea of You was a book that changed the way I read.  I absolutely loved it. I recommend it all the time. And it was my gateway drug into the romance genre… although, as its author Robinne Lee shares in this episode, she never intended to write a romance novel (nor does she consider it to be one). The Idea of You really is about much more than meets the eye. As Robinne wrote in this Time article, the book grapples with themes including “ageism, sexism, the double standard, motherhood, female friendship, agency, and the dark side of celebrity.” And now that it’s been turned into a hit movie starring Anne Hathaway, it’s the perfect time to hear from Robinne herself. If you haven’t read the book or seen the movie yet (BTW, I really recommend reading the book first!), it follows the relationship between a 40-year-old single mom and art gallery owner (Solène) and a boy-band lead singer 16 years her junior (Hayes). In the podcast, we talk about the inspiration for the book (it’s not Harry Styles and Olivia Wilde, y’all); the tension between motherhood, romantic love, and career; what she wishes was different about the movie; and much more. We also get into: * Her hustling for 7 years to sell the book, copy by copy * Why she ended the story the way she did * Writing sex scenes and why she doesn’t see TIOY as a romance novel * Anne Hathaway and Nicholas Galitzine’s performances in the movie * A tantalizing tease about her next book Whether you’re a fan of The Idea of You or not (yet!), I’m so excited for you to get to know Robinne, who is also a talented actor and overall smart and fascinating woman. PS: I know I said So Into That episodes are going to air every other week now, but the world is currently *loving* The Idea of You, so I didn’t want to sit on this interview!! Get full access to What To Cook When You Don't Feel Like Cooking at whattocook.substack.com/subscribe

    56 min

  5. MAY 8

    how to get rich AF, with vivian tu (@your.richbff)

    Get this week’s full So Into That newsletter here! https://whattocook.substack.com/p/how-to-get-rich-af-with-vivian-tu Vivian Tu (Your Rich BFF) is here, and she’s here to make us smarter about personal finance like we’re out for margaritas. No condescension. No jargon. Just tons of actionable tips, no matter your income or family situation. You might know Vivian from Instagram, where her personal finance videos go viral on the reg. But not everything can fit into a 60-second clip… so she’s written a new book called Rich AF.  Today, we tackle everything from negotiating a raise, to “the talk” she recommends stay-at-home parents have with their income-earning partner, to the website that could reunite you with hundreds or thousands of dollars that are rightfully yours (really!). Get ready to learn more about making and managing money in an hour than you did in 20 years of school! We also get into: • What to do when it feels like bachelorette parties and weddings are bankrupting you • Why talking about money more usually makes you richer • Why she doesn’t believe in splitting rent 50/50 • Advice for stay-at-home moms who feel left in the dark about money • Step-by-step salary negotiation tactics • High-yield savings accounts • Hiring your kids (!) to lower your taxable income • And much more Links:  • Vivian’s new book, Rich AF: The Winning Money Mindset That Will Change Your Life - https://www.yourrichbff.com/richaf • Vivian’s website: https://www.yourrichbff.com/ • Vivian’s Substack, Enriched - https://yourrichbff.substack.com/ • Vivian’s podcast, Networth and Chill • Vivian’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/your.richbff/?hl=en • Vivian’s TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@yourrichbff?lang=en • MissingMoney.com - https://www.missingmoney.com/ Get full access to What To Cook When You Don't Feel Like Cooking at whattocook.substack.com/subscribe

    1h 1m

  6. APR 24

    ask me anything! mom jealousy, toddler tantrums, money, and more

    Get this week’s full So Into That newsletter here! https://whattocook.substack.com/p/so-into-that-ask-me-anything If you follow me on Instagram, you know I do the occasional “question box” style Ask Me Anything there. Well, today I’m bringing that format to the pod – and you sent in some juicy ones. This Q&A gets into: • Workout motivation with young kids • How do I deal with “mom guilt” as a working mom? • Toddler tantrums • Deciding whether to have another child?! • Will we stay in California forever? • Ghostwriting cookbooks  • My brother? (yes, I have one!) • And more! Links:  • Emma Lovewell on So Into That - https://whattocook.substack.com/p/pelotons-emma-lovewell-is-so-into • Cameron Rogers episode - https://whattocook.substack.com/p/efficiency-hacks-the-transition-from • Gaby Dalkin episode - https://whattocook.substack.com/p/gaby-dalkin-is-so-into-mastering • Eat to Beat Depression and Anxiety by Drew Ramsey, MD - https://www.amazon.com/Eat-Beat-Depression-Anxiety-Nourish/dp/006303171X • Expecting Better by Emily Oster - https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/310896/expecting-better-by-emily-oster/ • Final scene of Mad Men (spoilers, obv) - https://youtu.be/Exf63KPXF6w?si=5J3nO7dPQTZcda3s Get full access to What To Cook When You Don't Feel Like Cooking at whattocook.substack.com/subscribe

    34 min

  7. APR 17

    angela santomero, the creator of blues clues and daniel tiger, won't mom shame you about screen time

    Get this week’s full So Into That newsletter here! https://whattocook.substack.com/p/angela-santomero-the-creator-of-blues As the creator of Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood on PBS, Angela Santomero may be the person most responsible for getting my family through the pandemic with our sanity intact. The show was (and still is) a lifesaver in moments when George or I needed a break from hands-on parenting, and its musical life lessons have become part of our toddlers’ lexicon. Today, I get the chance to thank Angela in person! And you get to hear about the early childhood development principles behind her Emmy award-winning work. Plus, her take on screen time for kids; working with the real-life Mr. Rogers; and two wise pieces of advice for parents of young kids. We also get into: • Why Daniel Tiger doesn’t wear pants (but Mom Tiger does) • How Angela developed the show (and Blue’s Clues before that) • How music and repetition help kids learn • Advice she’d give to her younger self (now that her daughters are in their 20s) Links:  • Angela’s new book, Life Clues - https://angelasclues.com/ • Her Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/angelasclues/?hl=en • Her TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@angelasclues • Her new show, Dee & Friends in Oz on Netflix - https://www.netflix.com/title/81223055 Get full access to What To Cook When You Don't Feel Like Cooking at whattocook.substack.com/subscribe

    57 min

  8. APR 10

    carly duguid on building the brand of naomi osaka

    Get this week’s full So Into That newsletter here! https://whattocook.substack.com/p/carly-duguid-on-building-the-brand Carly Phillips Duguid is my former college classmate, a What to Cook subscriber, and… oh yeah, the co-founder of the sports agency Evolve, along with her husband and 4-time grand slam winner Naomi Osaka. Today, Carly shares how she’s “embracing the pure chaos” of parenting a 4-year-old and a 4-month-old while serving as Naomi’s right hand woman – from helping design her Nike apparel, to laying the groundwork for a post-tennis career in fashion, to crafting the look of Naomi’s recent historic baby formula commercial. We also get into: - How Carly’s second kid changed her mind about work-from-home “interruptions” - The story of meeting her husband, Stu (it’s romance novel material) - What Naomi’s like off the court and how that’s changed since she became a mom - How Carly structures her day and her childcare setup  - What she cooks when she doesn’t feel like cooking Links:  - Evolve - https://www.instagram.com/thisisevolve/?hl=en - Carly’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/carlsterthebalster/ - Silver Spring hot pilates - https://silverspringsla.com/ - Naomi’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/carlsterthebalster/ - Naomi’s Bobbie Formula commercial - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9jkCrOea3aA - Her Nike apparel line - https://www.nike.com/w/naomi-osaka-tennis-clothing-4an2mz6ymx6zed1q - mango peanut chicken salad recipe - https://whattocook.substack.com/p/mango-peanut-chicken-salad-635 Get full access to What To Cook When You Don't Feel Like Cooking at whattocook.substack.com/subscribe

    1h 20m
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Substack's #1 food & drink writer invites some of her favorite people to share what they're into right now… whether that's a book, show, recipe, beauty hack... or an approach to marriage and parenting, community, or friendship. Conversations about finding easier and better ways to do (and enjoy) life. Learn more at whattocook.substack.com. whattocook.substack.com

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  • Creator
    Caro Chambers
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2024
  • Episodes
    28
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Caro Chambers LLC
  • Show Website
    So Into That

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