Cohesive Home Podcast : Minimalism | Families | Adventure | Intentional Living

Cohesive Home Podcast : Minimalism | Families | Adventure | Intentional Living

Author: Kate Saffle and Melissa Risenhoover Language: English Episodes: 79
The Cohesive Home Podcast is a conversation with friends who get it. Hosts Kate Saffle and Melissa Risenhoover are two moms who’ve found that a simpler, more intentional approach to family life creates space for what truly matters-less stress and more adventure. Each episode feels like grabbing a coffee with your most grounded, yet hilarious, friends. They dive into the real stuff: what family minimalism actually looks like when toys are everywhere, how to plan getaways with kids without losing your mind, and finding that elusive balance between personal ambitions and being present at home. This isn’t about perfect systems or picture-perfect lives; it’s about practical ideas and shared laughs over the beautiful chaos. The podcast moves at a relaxed pace, offering genuine takeaways in the span of a morning brew. You’ll hear their own stories, the mistakes and the wins, all focused on building a home that feels cohesive and light. It’s for anyone who wants to cut through the noise of modern parenting and cultivate a family culture filled with purpose and, most importantly, fun. Tune in for a dose of camaraderie and actionable inspiration for your own journey toward intentional living.
Episodes
Q & YAY: 005 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:11
Kate and Melissa are back with another short and sweet Q&YAY! In Q&YAY episode 5, they answer the listener question, "how do you do it all?" The two openly share how the last few months have gone for them individually as…
38: Building Online Community [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 17:49
In episode 38, Melissa and Kate team up with 4 other lady podcasts to chat about community. The two share their thoughts on building online community, ways to find your people online, and the value of believing in abunda…
Q & YAY: 004 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:48
The Cohesive Home Q&YAY is a quick and feisty chat with Melissa and Kate to kick your weekend off right. In this episode, the two answer the question: "As a mom I find it hard to meet other like minded mamas. Do you have…
Interview Series | Larisa Barth [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 47:48
Join Melissa as she speaks with Larisa Barth in the latest edition of our interview series. Larisa is a mother, entrepreneur, maker, and minimalist living simply, zero waste, and intentionally in Wyoming. She shares how…
37: How We Plan [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 21:27
We're back with a follow-up to our popular Episode 11: Planning. In this episode we share our favorite ways to plan and stay organized while raising kids and juggling all the things we do. We talk about how our ideas of…
Q & YAY: 003 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:56
Ever wonder what a day in the life looks like for Melissa and Kate? In Q & YAY Episode 3 the girls chat candidly about what a normal day looks like for each of them. They share about homeschooling and juggling three kids…
36: Homeyness [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:39
Is it fall yet? In a land of pumpkin spice lattes and cozy throws, Kate and Melissa chat about a different way to create comfort in this week's episode. Calling it "homeyness," the two mamas talk about what really makes…
Q & YAY: 002 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 6:39
How do you deal with a partner who is a maximalist? In this Q & YAY episode, Melissa and Kate answer a listener's question on how to deal with a partner who will not declutter and share a surprising perspective. They als…
35: Kids Dreams [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:01
What did you want to be when you grew up? In this episode, Kate and Melissa look back at their childhood dreams and compare them to where they are now. They also chat about their own kids' dreams, how to help your kids b…
Q & YAY: 001 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 7:26
Join Kate and Melissa for the first ever Q & Yay, a short chat where the two answer a listener question, share what they're loving right now, and update you on Cohesive News. These super short episodes are the perfect ki…