Hey Neighbor

In this mini episode host Cyd Converse discusses grief and what it’s like to be grieving the loss of a loved one during a global pandemic. What happens when you’re already grieving and suddenly life as you know it changes in a completely different way? In this episode, Cyd talks about: To connect with Cyd Converse, click HERE (https://www.instagram.com/thesweetestoccasion/) For show notes, visit thesweetestoccasion.com/category/podcast/

Welcome to episode 007 of Hey Neighbor where Cyd chats with Erika Firm about the many complexities of living in a four generation household. Erika lives with her husband, 16 year old son, mother and grandmother on Johns Island, South Carolina, just outside out of Charleston. Erika shares about the reasons her family moved cross country from San Diego and the beauty of living in a multi-generational home. In this episode, Cyd and Erika discuss: To check out Erika’s work, visit her website HERE (https://erikafirm.com/) To follow Erika on Instagram, click HERE (https://www.instagram.com/erikafirm/) To connect with Cyd Converse, click HERE (https://www.instagram.com/thesweetestoccasion/) For show notes, visit thesweetestoccasion.com/category/podcast/

Welcome to episode 006 of Hey Neighbor where Cyd once again explores the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and what life is like after over 30 days of sheltering in place. Cyd and her husband Bob talk about how they’re celebrating birthdays, working to stay connected to friends and loved ones, and efforts to support their community through the COVID-19 pandemic. Cyd also chats with her friend Samantha Finigan, co-owner of Gus & Ruby Letterpress, to discuss how the pandemic is affecting small businesses across the United States. Cyd and Samantha talk about ways that everyone can support small businesses in their community as the pandemic crisis unfolds, and the importance of small business for the way we live. In this episode, Cyd and guests discuss: To connect with Gus & Ruby Letterpress, visit their website HERE To follow Gus & Ruby Letterpress on Instagram, click HERE To follow Gus & Ruby Letterpress on Facebook, click HERE To connect with Cyd Converse, click HERE For show notes, visit thesweetestoccasion.com/category/podcast/

Welcome to episode 005 of Hey Neighbor where Cyd chats with her friend Carolynn about how losing her job after the financial crisis in 2008 led to major career changes and ultimately making lemonade from lemons. They also talk about how Carolynn never considered herself an athlete, but after becoming a mom started a kickboxing class that ultimately led her to running a marathon and training for triathlons. This episode is about moving with the punches, evolving through big life changes, finding yourself and ultimately building a life you love. In this episode, Cyd and Carolynn discuss: To connect with Carolynn Lemke, click HERE To find Nobles Friends online, click HERE To connect with Cyd Converse, click HERE For show notes, visit thesweetestoccasion.com/category/podcast/

Welcome to episode 004 of Hey Neighbor where Cyd sits down with her husband Bob to chat about how they met, what it’s like when one spouse travels extendedly for work, staying connected in a long distance relationship, parenting, family life as a blended family, and their shared love for entertaining. In this episode, Cyd and Bob discuss: To connect with Cyd Converse, click HERE For show notes, visit thesweetestoccasion.com/category/podcast/

Welcome to episode 003 of Hey Neighbor where Cyd checks in with a few friends to see how everyone is holding up during this unique time in history. This episode is slightly more journalistic in nature, intended to capture a glimpse of what’s happening during what is proving to be a monumental moment in time. In this episode, Cyd and guests discuss: The current state of things in the pandemic epicenter, New York CityWhat’s happening elsewhere in upstate New York and South FloridaHow people are staying busy during the quarantineHow families are adjusting to social distancingThe worries and concerns people have about the pandemicWhat it’s like being pregnant during a pandemicFavorite tv shows and pastimes when self isolatingHopes for the future and life after COVID-19 To connect with Michelle Kinney Urso, click HERE To connect with Rachel Mae Smith, click HERE To connect with Cyd Converse, click HERE For show notes, visit thesweetestoccasion.com/category/podcast/

Welcome to episode 002 of Hey Neighbor where Cyd and Rachel Mae Smith catch up and talk about love, breakups, moving cross country without a plan, Rachel’s signature bright pink hair (and what the upkeep is really like), how to infuse your life with more color and joy, and living your best life honestly and without apology. In this episode, Cyd and Rachel discuss: Rachel’s journey to becoming an author and full time blogger atthecraftedlife.comThe life changing magic of a much needed breakupSelling everything and moving cross countryWhat it’s like having pink hairThe joy of color and how to incorporate more color into your life and decorChasing big dreamsPlanning a wedding that is unique and colorfulHosting friends in small spacesRachel’s favorite memories of parties and celebrations as a kid To connect with Rachel Mae Smith, click HERE To connect with Cyd Converse, click HERE For show notes, visit thesweetestoccasion.com/category/podcast/

Welcome to episode 001 of Hey Neighbor where Cyd is interviewed by her friend and television lifestyle host, Alex Hazard of ABC50. Alex flips the script by acting as guest host and interviews Cyd about how she got her start in blogging, why she was inspired to start a podcast and how the name Hey Neighbor came about. In this episode, Cyd and Alex discuss: How Cyd started blogging back in 2008 and turned it into a careerCyd’s grandmother and how she inspired Cyd’s blog, The Sweetest OccasionWhy Cyd is so insanely passionate about entertaining and hosting friendsThe podcast name Hey Neighbor and the inspiration behind itCyd’s deep love for her family and friendsBuilding deeper connections through conversationCyd’s plans and dreams for the Hey Neighbor podcast To connect with Alex Hazard, click HERE To connect with Cyd Converse, click HERE For show notes, visit thesweetestoccasion.com/category/podcast/

Hey Neighbor is a podcast about home, love and friendship hosted by entertaining expert Cyd Converse, founder of lifestyle and home decor site The Sweetest Occasion. Each week we explore how opening up your home, your life and your heart by making someone dinner or inviting them over for a party can actually change your life. This podcast is intended to inspire you to create those kinds of moments in your own lives, to encourage you to engage in more real and honest conversations, and to share Cyd's passion around her belief that when you allow yourself to be radically open-hearted and open-minded, beautiful things are possible. Join us for recipes, cocktails, party planning tips and stories to inspire a beautiful life.