Episode 42: I’m Having A Book! + Andie Mitchell from It Was Me All Along
That’s right, I’ve got a little literary bun in the oven. I’m cooking up my first cookbook, to be released in Spring 2017! It feels a little surreal, kinda weird, but mainly really, really awesome. There are a hundred reasons why I’m excited, but I’d have to say that getting to work with one of my dream publishers (Harper Wave of the HarperCollins family) is at the very top of the list. Thank you to Harper’s Karen, Julie, and John.
I know you’re supposed to wait until the book comes out to write an acknowledgements page, but I’m not waiting to thank YOU GUYS for always being so supportive of this site and the podcast. You’ve played such a big role in making this happen. And I promise to make you proud. Also, a giant thank you to Sarah (my agent) for always believing in me, no matter what. You are the best. And Celeste, for simply being the coolest.
I’m really hoping to get you involved in this book as much as I can – from helping me test recipes and keeping you up to date on preorder giveaways (you know you like presents) to cooking classes/events. So if you aren’t already signed up for my newsletter, you can do it right here to get all the book details before anyone else. Oh, and you’ll get a free mini-cookbook download to get you started.
** Thanks to Alex for putting a book in my belly (via Photoshop) and Jena for taking my photo!
NOW this week’s podcast! We’re doing things a little differently this week and have a two-part podcast for you. Not everything can be one part…
In part one, I bring back Adina Grigore, author of Skin Cleanse, to talk about my big book news. She was a total weirdo about announcing her book, and I never understood why…until now. We talk all about why we’re so damn awkward about it, and she reveals a big announcement of her own.
In part two, I talk to NYT-bestselling author Andie Mitchell. She wrote the incredible memoir It Was Me All Along and is the creator of the popular website Can You Stay For Dinner? She’s the real deal, and I couldn’t wait to sit down and talk with her.
Andie and I discuss her massive weight loss, the depression that surfaced after losing the weight, a useful tool she suggests to manage binge eating and negative thinking, and why your leggings might not be the best friend you thought they were.
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Skin Cleanse (Adina’s book)
Episode 6: Ego Checking With Adina Grigore
Harper Wave
Andie’s Website + Instagram
It Was Me All Along (Andie’s book)
Dr. Oz Show
White Bean Puttanesca With Garlic Bread
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29 Comments
Sherrie
September 21, 2015Congrats Jessica!! Super exciting stuff, and you’re gonna kill it.
Jessica
September 28, 2015Sherrie, thank you! Means a lot coming from you.
Rachel
September 21, 2015Such an exciting next 12 months in the works for you and the whole family. Congrats Jess! xoRach
Jessica
September 28, 2015Rachel, thank you! It’s crazy and so much fun. Really appreciate this sweet note. Thanks!
Joy
September 21, 2015Congratulations!! This is terrific news…not only for you, but for me, because I’ll get to read your cookbook! 🙂
Jessica
September 28, 2015Joy, I can’t wait for you to read it…gonna try to make it really good for you. Thanks for this very sweet note.
Abby
September 21, 2015Congratulations on the book! Excited for the pods, too. Loved the first with Adina and I am now a SW Basics Believer. Also, excellent brows. What a fun day!
Jessica
September 28, 2015Abby, SW BASICS FOREVER!!! And thanks, luckily big brows are in right now…cause mine grow like weeds! Thanks so much for listening to the podcast!
krystal
September 21, 2015I loved this podcast! I’m also excited for your book having transitioned (fully) to a whole foods plant based diet this year. This interview with Andie was great. I just listened to Maddy Moon’s podcast with her and loved how different they both were. There is so much to talk about in the realm of wellness, weight loss, body image, emotional eating, …. even the list is mad long. I’d highly recommend Andie’s TEDx talk if you haven’t watched it. #allthefeels
!!!GOOD LUCK WITH YOUR COOKBOOK!!!
Jessica
September 28, 2015Krystal, thanks for the heads up on the Maddy Moon interview – I headed over and listened to it! And now I am gonna go watch her Tedx talk. Thanks for listening and all the new resources!
Mariela
September 21, 2015Great news, Jessica!!! Congratulations on signing that book deal. Can’t wait to hear more on the new pod. 😉
Jessica
September 28, 2015Mariela, thank you!!
Claire Staszak
September 21, 2015Had so much fun listening to you announce the book on the podcast (omg your gag reflex was hilarious), and loved hearing from Andie too! CONGRATS!! How awesome, and I’ll definitely follow along on the new pod too : )
xxooxx
Jessica
September 28, 2015Claire, thank you!! Seriously, I’ve been gagging all month. Thanks for always being such a great supporter and YOUR business is kicking ass too.
Jess Poehler
September 23, 2015First of all, congrats on the book!!! Wahoo!!! Secondly, I loved loved this podcast! I read Andie’s book & was so happy to hear someone’s story that I could relate to… Finally! She actually got me started on a search to find other people who have had similar struggles wich eventually lead me to your podcast & site so to hear an interview with the both of you was amazing!!! Thank you so much for the continued inspiration and having a space to provide for positivity and wellness! Keep up the great work!!
Jessica
September 28, 2015Jess, thanks for this very sweet note. Andie really is an incredible woman – so damn inspiring. I felt the same way, when I read it…finally someone’s story I can relate to! Thanks so much for listening to the podcast and coming over here and leaving this awesome message.
Kate
September 28, 2015Oh man, that ultrasound! You are cracking me up. Can’t wait to see your hard work in print in 2017!
Jessica
September 28, 2015Kate, thank you!! Can’t wait to get our books out there in the world together. It’s gonna be so F U N!
Bob
September 29, 2015Jessica. It’s Bob. You inspire in so many ways. I am beyond elated for you.
Jessica
October 4, 2015Bob. It’s Jessica. I love you so much.
denise holmes
October 2, 2015whooooo freaking whoooo! So excited for you and cannot wait for your amazing book, no pressure at all.
Jessica
October 4, 2015Denise, NO PRESSURE… Thanks so much!
Kirstie
October 2, 2015CONGRATS ON YOUR BOOK!!!
That is SO exciting, and I was super pumped to hear about it because I love your podcasts AND recipes.
Good luck over the next year in recipe creating! I REALLY love the baked goods recipes you post on the site, especially the cookies and always love another awesome cookie recipe…. Hint hint 😉
Jessica
October 4, 2015Kirstie, thank you! If it were up to me it would be 100 cookies recipes…ok, maybe 90 and then 10 bowl recipes. I’ll make sure to have some good ones for you!
Julie
October 5, 2015I loved your discussion with Andi, I listened to it twice (and just shared it with my Intuitive Eating support group). It was so funny–before I listened to it I had just been thinking to myself that I just wanted to take a 65 year nap because I was feeling like shit that day. Thanks to meds + therapy I don’t feel ‘under the influence’ of depression all the time anymore, but it still likes to sneak up on you. It’s a little bitch, that depression. Thanks for this (and for having Isabel Foxen Duke a while back, I’ve become her biggest groupie since having her). And congrats on your book! How exciting!
Jessica
October 6, 2015Julie, thank you for sharing this…Depression is a little bitch! Couldn’t have said it better. So glad you enjoyed the episode. Andie’s story is so powerful and learned so much from it too.
Ashley-Marie
October 5, 2015Hey Jessica,
Firstly, congratulations on your book-baby!! So excited to see what comes forth and maybe even snapshots of the process (please? haha)!
Secondly (and the reason I felt compelled to comment after quietly listening to all your podcasts), I heard you mention while talking to Andie about your depression experiences that you both used to feel / say that you just felt like sleeping for awhile. And you said you used to say that until you changed your diet. May I ask: what diet changes have you made that’s affected your emotions and energy in a positive light, and away from a depressive state? I realize it’s a heavy question that might not be the most answerable in comment form, but I had to ask. I love that you and Andie talk about the emotional factor of food and nourishment and diet (meaning the foods you eat, not like ‘dieting’), but that moment really stood out to me and I’d love to know more.
Thanks!,
Ashley-Marie
Jessica
October 6, 2015Ashley-Marie, I like heavy questions! I would say that eliminating sugar and dairy have had the greatest impact on my brain health. Actually I’ll throw in gluten there too. Ditching all the processed stuff that I used to eat and just focusing on whole foods. I can feel an immediate impact on the way I think if I have sweets that don’t follow these guidelines. Not to say, I never have it, but I try to avoid it because it makes me feel awful. Also, exercise. Which is the most boring answer to hear. But if I am not working out on the regular…my brains starts feeling sad again. Lastly, Vitamin D has played a big role in my health too. I’m not big on supplements and vitamins – but Vitamin D is liquid sunshine. Ask your Dr. to test your Vitamin D levels next time you are there to see how much you need. Most people in the US are deficient. It’s shocking. I hope that helps! And all of the recipes on my website are gluten, dairy, and refined sugar free – made of whole foods. Go one step at a time. Maybe ditch sugar and see how you feel and then try dairy and then gluten. Everyone’s body is different, but the bottom line is that everyone can benefit from more plant-based foods and less fakey processed ones. Let me know how it goes!
Ashley-Marie
October 7, 2015Yay, thanks Jessica! I’m mostly dairy-free now, but as a baker, the sugar thing is big. Will (slowly, admittedly) give it a try & getting my Vitamin D level tested. Thanks for the answer =)