
When Elizabeth Ries and Margery Punnett hosted a myTalk 107.1 radio show together, they joked that their most personal conversations happened during the commercial breaks. During one of these pauses, Margery shared an important family principle: bringing your best self to your home. Being an urban farmer with a flock of chickens, Elizabeth quipped, "Bring your best to the nest!" The outside world ... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 509 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | LeisureKids & Family | |||

EP. 508 Best to the Nest: The Art of Frugal Hedonism
Amazing what a little book can do! The Art of Frugal Hedonism: A Guide to Spending Less While Enjoying Everything More is the right book at the right time for us. Maybe it will be for you too.
A... more
EP. 507 Best to the Nest: Guilty Pleasures at the Minnesota State Fair
Thank you to all the Nester’s that braved the rain and met us out at the Minnesota State Fair. We are having the perfect conversation in the perfect place. What is your guilty pl... more
EP. 506 Best to the Nest: August 2026 WRL
Happy watching, reading, and listening!
Margery:
Watch: Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown Amazon Prime
Read: Dandelion Wine by Ray Bradbury
Listen: The Greatest Showman with Hugh Jackman and Right on Ti... more
EP. 505 Best to the Nest: Nicole Kidman’s Face: Art or Artifice
We are doing a quick follow-up to last week’s conversation about Instagram Face by discussing Nicole Kidman’s cover turn for the September issue of British Vogue. We think we may have ... more
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I love hearing you talk about Ian. I love your stories about your two sons. The episode that I laughed was when Elizabeth was gone and Ian co hosted with you. It must have been the Watch Read Listen And Ian had said the movie he has been watching was Jennifer Lopez Marry Me movie. He was kidding but that just made me laugh that episode you two did the podcast together
I was disappointed in Marjorie’s statement regarding the interview. Whatever you think about the changing of the guard at CBS, his behavior with his new boss was unbelievable. Then, he’s surprised he got fired??? 60 Minutes has lost its credibility before the change in ownership. Selective editing is not good journalism.
I started listening to this podcast because, like Elizabeth, I’m also a crunchy gal and I love their episodes where she gets into best practices to live a happy, healthy life. Unfortunately I’ve downgraded my rating of the show from a 5 to a 4 because of the political comments that have been creeping in the last few months. I enjoyed the show because it was one of the only pods I could listen to that doesn’t have political commentary and I had no idea at all of the hosts’ political views. Then t... more
I’d love to hear more from Margery. The podcasts, in general, seem dominated by Elizabeth. Too much, it becomes annoying. She even interrupts her. Margery, I know you have more to offer.
Hi Margery and Elizabeth, I have listened to every podcast that you guys have put out and have found something that resonates with me in every one. I have been waiting for you to mention the situation that has been happening on the ground in MN with ICE and am sad that it hasn’t been addressed. I don’t live locally anymore and have appreciated your balanced and thoughtful take as high stakes events have happened during your podcast tenure. I’ve been waiting for Margery’s mother of a monk and Eli... more
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Two longtime hosts share a warm, home-centered worldview that blends motherhood, aging, gardening, food, and personal growth with practical life tips. Episodes weave intimate storytelling with family life, community, small-business sponsorships, and thoughtful culture picks, all delivered in a conversational, supportive tone. The show often centers on building a comforting nest at home, mindful living, and navigating grief, gratitude, and resilience with humor and candor. A standout aspect is the consistent emphasis on authenticity, local/community involvement, and a down-to-earth approach to everyday life that resonates with listeners seeking relatable guidance and heartwarming conversation.
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