Joy the Baker Podcast
Have you ever wondered where Joy's crazy stories and food inspiration comes from? Of course you have.
The Joy the Baker Podcast is a weekly, candid look behind the scenes of Joy's popular blog. Joy is joined by Tracy Benjamin, better known as Shutterbean. Together, they talk about recipes, photography, blog life, being a mom, not being a mom, married life, dating life, and... candy. It's silly. It's funny, and they want you to be there.
Episodes
98Shame Hangover
Howdy friends! Yea… howdy.
We’re back from a trip to Austin Texas… where the air is hot and the tacos are plentiful.
We attended a Blogher Food Conference where we felt all sorts of weird and introverted. …
97Horror Camp, California
Welcome to California! We have horror camps!
This week on the podcast, we talk about being a tourist in our own cities. We both live in California. Tracy is from the Bay Area (Northern California) and Joy lives …
96Go Get It!
Hey friends!
Are you ready for our group cage dive with Kasey and her sharks!? No? Too soon? Ok… maybe next week.
On this episode of the Joy the Baker Podcast with …
95Look What You Made Me Do
This week on the Joy the Baker Podcast, things get WEIRD. I know we’ve said this before… but we mean it now more than ever.
This week we’re playing another rousing game of Would You Rather. This time around it’s …
94The Rest is Herstory
A few things are true this week on the Joy the Baker Podcast: you should not egg the car of your boss (but maybe just fantasize about it a little) and we’re not sure if you should break up …
93Why Would I Put a Donut There?
It’s time for another episode of the Joy the Baker Podcast! This week, one of you is getting engaged! Yea… believe it. It’s pretty major!
We’re also going to relive out teen magazine quiz days to find out …
92Sparkle Pony No More
Leave your expectations at the door. Let’s just live.
Welcome to another Joy the Baker Podcast! We’re talking about expectations… we all have them. We expect that people work as hard as us. We expect people to understand our expectations. …
91Let's Get Physical
Hello friends!
We’re so happy you’re here for another Joy the Baker Podcast! This week we want to inspire you to stay healthy, get informed, and go see a doctor. It’s Spring and we just want to make sure that …
90Swinging My Whistle Around
This week on the Joy the Baker Podcast, we’re shaking it up a bit. We have a super special guest joining us.
Please help us …
89Chill Pill
Hi Friends! Welcome to another Joy the Baker podcast!
This week we’re talking about Tracy’s awkward leg massage, and taking your questions about friendship. We’re friends… we have some words for you!
Joy …
88Scrolling & Judging
It’s that time again! Time for another ridiculous episode of the Joy the Baker Podcast! This week we’re talking about Facebook etiquette! How do you properly cancel a friend date? Facebook messaging is not the answer.
We go down the …
87A-parent-ly
Welcome to episode #87 of the Joy the Baker podcast! This week we get real and talk… about thinking about HAVING KIDS.
Tracy’s not sure if she wants to add more to her brood. Joy’s been reading up on
86Farul
It’s podcast time! Let’s talk about St. Patrick’s Day re-stylings. Let’s talk about how crazy our email situations are. Let’s talk about hipster boys who buy sides of beef and intimidate us in the kitchen. Also… let’s talk about Tracy …
85More Bang for Your Buck
Hello friends! Welcome to another podcast in podcastland! Joy and Tracy are getting girly and talking about their beauty routines. Gentlemen… we’re sorry, but we kinda just need to talk about eye cream and mascara for a bit. We’re also …
84Mexican Situation
Hello friends! We’re back with another podcast for you! Sorry we were away last week. We missed you most sincerely. This wee we’re talking about blazers, Easter egg hunts that Tracy would like to turn naughty, and what to do …
83Ms. T.
This week’s podcast is LIVE FROM NOLA. Wait. It’s not live, but Joy is LIVELY in NOLA.
This is Tracy writing, excuse the puns.
Joy is hoarding beads in NOLA. You don’t have to flash anybody for beads,
Being Joy …
82Apocalypse Meow
Oh man. We really do it this time. We say too much. Waayy too much.
On this episode of the Joy the Baker Podcast Joy and Tracy discuss a new social media app for the …
81The Flu is a Jerk
We’ve really hit our stride on our 81st episode! We’re in it to win it!
On this episode of the Joy the Baker Podcast Joy and Tracy discuss microwave onion flu cures, long distance relationships, counter-top ovens, and early in-laws. …
80I'm Mrs. Loblaw
We have loads to talk about on this, the 80th episode of the Joy the Baker Podcast.
Let’s talk about accidents (not of the potty variety)… because we all have them. Let’s cry over spilled milk. We’re worth it.
We’re …
79Ha-bitch-ual
Happy New Year, friends! We’re back with a new podcast for your life! On this episode of the Joy the Baker Podcast, Joy and Tracy discuss habits, new and old. What habits are they trying to cultivate? What habits …
78Super Superstitious
It’s the end of 2012! Really!? A full year of podcasting nonsense in the bank!?
On this episode of the Joy the Baker podcast, we learn things: Tracy has a crazy brain, Joy might need a brain scan, resolutions are …
77Eat-Mas
Welcome to another Joy the Baker Podcast. We’re glad you’re here and we’re sorry we’re so stressed out!
On this episode of the Joy the Baker Podcast, we discuss holiday stress and how we deal. Mostly we’re just eating everything …
76Well Yo-Played
Shine bright like a diamond! We made you another podcast! This week Joy and Tracy discuss gift-giving… and they’re basically up a creek without a paddle. Good thing there are mason jars and infused vodkas. First, however… Tracy needs …
75Your Shoe Game
Hello, friends! Thanks for tuning into another action-packed Joy the Baker Podcast! This week we’re tackling more hard-hitting modern etiquette issues. We’re talking about RSVPing, visiting houses with a ‘no shoe policy’, and text messaging dos and don’ts.
This podcast …
74Pot-Lucky
Thank you to our holiday Joy the Baker Podcast sponsor MINTED!
Minted loves you, dear podcast listener… and they want to continue giving you deals! This week, when you spend $150 on your Minted holiday cards you get …
73Then and Now
This podcast is sponsored by MINTED! Minted is offering you an awesome deal! Receive 10% off your holiday card order + free shipping! Code: JOYBAKER10. It’s an awesome deal and we all should share a high-five!
This week on the …
72How's Your Turkey Game?
This week’s podcast is sponsored by MINTED! Minted has a special offer for Joy the Baker Podcast listeners! Take 10% off and receive free shipping on your holiday card order between now and 11/21/12. Promo code: JOYBAKER10 Get …
71Bold It Up!
Let us give thanks! It’s November and it’s the season of turkey, chardonnay, guacamole, and THANKS! On this episode of the Joy the Baker Podcast, Joy and Tracy are kicking off the season of thanks. They’re also answering your …
70Why Do I...?
Joy and Tracy are back and they’re stepping in where Google can’t. They’re playing a rousing game of Google Auto-fill and are offering some simple answers to your deepest Google queries. The answers are usually ‘NO!’ or ‘because you …
69Rut-Tober
Happy Rut-tober! We’re in it to win it! On this episode of the Joy the Baker Podcast we’re humbly asking for your help. There’s homework and we’re springing it on you early. We need your podcast topic ideas. We’re …
68Jepper Depper Do
Jepper Depper Do you want to listen to a podcast!? On this episode of the Joy the Baker podcast, Joy and Tracy answer your relationship questions, live vicariously through your …
67Marry that Doughnut
How many times can you mention Spotted Dick in one podcast? At least five. (Let’s just add Spotted Dick to the long list of things that Joy doesn’t know about.)
On this episode of the Joy the Baker Podcast, Joy …
66Red Flags Part Duex
Red Flag: BING!
This week on the Joy the Baker Podcast Joy and Tracy revisit the time-honored internal system… the red flag. Let’s discuss Niki Minaj, shopping lines, boys and their shirts, and maternity photographs.
If you think this is …
65The Friend Diet
What have we here? Oooh you know… just the 65th episode of the most important/unimportant podcast ever! On this episode of the Joy the Baker podcast, Joy and Tracy long-spritz some girl talk. They talk about everything from ex-boyfriend emails, …
64Ask JtB and Shuts
We’re giving you advice whether you want it or not. Sit back, relax, and take it all in. We’re dishing on everything from family photo wardrobes to cocoa powder. We’re north, south, east, west, and just left of Norway. But …
63Dude Where's My Podcast
You’re listening to the Joy the Baker Podcast with me… I’m Joy the Baker, and as always I’m joined by my friend Tracy from Shuuuuuttterbean.com. This week, like every week we’re discussing totally important unimportant things. This week in particular …
62Weight Watchers for Words
It’s another raging good time on the Joy the Baker Podcast this week! We kid you not. This week we discuss the six (totally important, unimportant) things that need to get done before summer escapes us. These things include wearing …
61Yolo
Oh you know… just another Joy the Baker podcast for your ears! This week on the podcast we discuss the time-honored tradition: YOLO. You Only Live Once. Oooh all of the things we justify with this phrase. Mostly we …
60A Blessing Disguised as a Scarf
Hey friends! Welcome to this, our 60th podcast. Join us as we discuss solo wedding adventures, quarter life crisis, infinity scarves, and Ethan Hawke. Yes. All of those things. Don’t worry… It barely makes sense. Sixty is the new …
59Bleazy Steez
Why are we talking about blazers!? It’s too dang hot!
This week on the Joy the Baker Podcast, Joy and Tracy sweat it out together in NYC and Pennsylvania. They talk about jealousy, inspiration, destruction… and maybe-dates. Also… what’s a …
58You Need to Call Your Friend
Things get reeeaaallll rusty on this episode of the Joy the Baker podcast. This week Joy and Tracy discuss ‘the worst’. The worst job they’ve ever had. The worst thing you could ever say to a guy. The worst uniform …
57Dodged a Fairy Bullet
Let’s talk about tattoos! Actually wait… no. Joy doesn’t want to talk about hers specifically.
This week on the Joy the Baker podcast, Joy and Tracy get into it with some real-life blogging tops, the status of their fingernails, and …
56Why Is Your Dog In A Purse?
On this episode of the Joy the Baker Podcast Joy says the ‘V’ word. Yea… that one. Joy and Tracy also discuss how high and low maintenance they are. Joy = high. Tracy = low. Spoiler alert. Joy and …
55Taco-fy
Just another awesome episode of the Joy the Baker podcast! This week, Joy and Tracy discuss summer shortcuts… mostly because they’re feeling lazy. How to sneak around spending tons of time in the kitchen making dinner, and in the …
54What's Your Sign?
Welcome to another week of ear-ball madness! This week on the Joy the Baker Podcast, Joy and Tracy discuss their major, first of the month, shared obsession. ASTROLOGY ZONE! What sort of gems does astrologer Susan Miller …
53Camp Awkward
This week on the Joy the Baker podcast, Joy and Tracy talk summer camp! Tracy enjoyed Camp Unique. Joy lived through Camp Hollywoodland. From rum cake to swim tests… Joy and Tracy go deep.
It’s possible that Joy …
52Birthday in Hoboken
Joy and Tracy are in it to win it!
Have you made your Summer Bucket List!? What’s in your summer? Nail polish, S’mores, and a spontaneous dance-off?
We want to hear what sort of planned spontaneous …
51Shuck It in a Bucket
This week we’re saying Buck It to Summer! What’s on our summer bucket list? S’mores. Crafts. A summer dance spectacle. We also take your calls about unwanted emails, siren songs, and kooky child traits. We also play just about the …
50Golden Mickey
We’re 50 episodes in!!
Can you believe it! Tonight we’ll relive some of our more hilarious moments, we’ll take your phone calls, and we’ll chat with the man behind the curtain at Homefries.
Thank you to all …
49Flozone
This week on the Joy the Baker podcast, our hard work and relentless Twitter stalking finally pay off! We talk to the man, the myth, the LEGEND: TYLER FLORENCE!!! During our chat we learn some really important facts: Tyler …
48Brushing My Teeth With Cookies
This week on the Joy the Baker Podcast, Joy and Tracy discuss the stress of moving… you’ll hear an update on Tyler Florence Gate 2012… we’ll talk to you about our Siren Songs… and we totally want to hear …
47I Don't Want to Go to Chicos
This episode of the Joy the Baker podcast is brought to you by Bourbon & Gin!
Joy is on Team Bourbon while Tracy is on team Gin.
Tracy is drinking gin in honor of Joy’s recent trip to London. …
46Tiers of Tears
Tyler Florence... TFlo… We’re comin’ for ya. This would be a whole lot easier if you weren’t playing so hard to get. Just sayin’.
This week on the Joy the Baker podcast we sort out all kind …
45Like Nobody's Blazeness
Welcome to another Joy the Baker podcast with Tracy from Shutterbean! This week Joy and Tracy discuss project T-Flo, wherein they try to annoy the heck out of Tyler Florence. Joy and Tracy also discuss the difference between getting …
44More Woo than Woe
This week on the Joy the Baker podcast, Joy and Tracy dive into their Frequently Asked Questions from readers and listeners! Let’s get nosey.
Also… poor Cooper is sick, Tracy eats old (but good!) cookies, and Joy needs …
43Like the Movie, 'Ghost'.
Pull on your lady blazer… it’s time for another Joy the Baker podcast! This week, Joy and Tracy discuss social networks, bonkers book tour shenanigans, and how they’re invading everyday lives. We’re on your first date with you! …that’s incredible!
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42Would You Rather
This week, Joy and Tracy play the time-honored game Would You Rather…?
Would you rather have no fingers, or all thumbs?
Would you rather find true love or a truly large amount of money?
Would you rather be a tree …
41Close to a Third Party
Joy and Tracy are back with some chatter! Today they discuss the continuing Joy the Baker book tour, a few of their recent obsessions, and what kind of silly things go down in a hot air balloon. Why are …
40Book Baby
This week on the Joy the Baker Podcast, Tracy gets the low down on Joy’s FIRST book signing in Pasadena.
Joy just had her first Book BABY! Sadly, there was no mesh underwear involved.
3 different sharpies were christened …
39Sexy In Sexy Out
Alrighty! Another week, another happy podcast coming your way!
This week on the Joy the Baker Podcast, Joy and Tracy open up about their ‘unplugged Sunday’. How did they fare without Twitter, Facebook, text messages, and email? It was …
38Shucker
This week on the Joy the Baker podcast, Joy and Tracy get down with some RealLifeRealTalk. Tracy has a cold and Joy is scared of a book tour. Will anyone show up? Are there M&Ms in the green room? …
37You've Got a Friend
This week on the podcast, Joy & Tracy discuss the good, the bad & the ugly sides of FRIENDSHIP!
We get real… and no one gets angry and we only pretend to breakup.
36Some Breathing Room
Yes… it’s already time to talk Valentine’s Day. Tracy’s married, loving holiday celebrations vs. Joy’s single, awkward conversation holiday celebration.
We’ll talk about how to have a Valentine’s Day celebration with two babies at home, and how to …
35My Legs Are Not Candy
On this episode of the Joy the Baker Podcast, Joy and Tracy are talking about LISTS (not lisps)! We’re talking about how we deal, and all the lists we make. Food lists. Cookbook lists. Music playlists (see below).
We also …
34Fact or Fiction
This week on the Joy the Baker Podcast, Joy and Tracy are talking fact or fiction. Is it Joy or Tracy that had a hippie-raver phase? Who went through a deep goth phase? Someone lived with a stripper? Wait… who …
33Pretending to Juggle
This week on the Joy the Baker podcast, Joy and Tracy talk about juggling. We’re not talking clown business… we’re talking about our busy schedules and how we toss in short cuts to make it all come together. They also …
32The Glass Ceiling
The Joy the Baker podcast is back (and we’re totally better than ever)! This week Joy and Tracy discuss life on a Disney cruise, Tracy’s glass ceiling, New Year’s non-resolutions, and eat days… oooh eat day. It’s a new year. …
31Beanbag
Throw that mistletoe on the ground and put on your lady jersey! It’s game time! This week on the Joy the Baker podcast, Joy and Tracy tackle New Years! From New Years Eve tips, to resolution, and New Year’s …
30Take it Easy!
Joy and Tracy realize it’s a crazy and hectic month. There’s holiday shopping, holiday travel, holiday parties, gift wrapping, and work on top of work. Tack a family Disney cruise and you’ve got the makings of one stressful month. Joy …
29Perfect Gifts
This week on the Joy the Baker Podcast, Joy and Tracy talk gift giving. Yep. We’re in the full holiday swing. There’s just no denying it! Let’s talk about who to give what this year. …
28Merry Xmas to Me
It’s time to think about the holidays! This week on the Joy the Baker podcast, Joy and Tracy get real about work holiday parties, awkward cousins, and egg nog. Kwanza sweaters? Champagne buckets? You’ll want to give this gem …
27How to Survive Thanksgiving
The rumors are true! It’s Thanksgiving! This week on the Joy the Baker podcast, Joy and Tracy explore Vegan Thanksgiving poems…. on t-shirts, kitchen drawers full of shame, Black Friday, and what not to get Joy for Christmas. Get ready …
26Lady Wisdom
Gentlemen… this podcast is for you.
This week on the Joy the Baker Podcast, Joy and Tracy drop some serious lady wisdom. Ever wanted to divulge some of the things that women wish men knew and understood about women? …
25Modern Day Etiquette
Joy and Tracy would like to cordially invite you to this week’s podcast. This week’s topic is etiquette, but we’re not talking tea parties and silver wedding anniversaries. Not quite. That seems just a tad bit old-fashioned… wouldn’t you …
2420 Questions
Who wants to play 20 questions!? Joy and Tracy.. Duh!
This week on the Joy the Baker Podcast, Joy and Tracy tackle 20 questions with …
23Halloweenie
It’s Halloween time! Let’s talk childhood costumes, favorite candies, and… WHY the heck is everyone dressed like so slutty!? When did that happen? Also… pumpkin. Lots of pumpkin.
22Awkward Conversations
The Joy the Baker podcast gets AWKWARD. More awkward that usual. This week Joy and Tracy tackle awkward conversations. Let’s discuss chin hairs, asking for a raise, …
21Stuck in a Rut
Stuck walking down the same aisles of the gricery store. Stuck eating the same thing for dinner every night of the week. Stuck with the same workout. Stuck …
20Embrace Your Inner Hippie
19Guilty Pleasures
Guilty as charged! This week on the Joy the Baker Podcast, Joy and Tracy talk about their guilty pleasures. Bad television like Basketball Wives? Bacon? …
18The Grass is Always Greener
The grass is always greener on the other side, right? We always want what we don’t have. This week on the …
17Proof
This week on the Joy the Baker Podcast, Joy and Tracy talk about proof. Proof that you married the right man. Proof that you’re dating the wrong dude. …
16Long Distance Relationships
Long distance relationships. In love and in friendships, how do you keep the love alive when miles prohibit near constant hugging and friendly high-fives? Joy and Tracy …
15End of Summer Blowout
Making the most of the end of summer! Joy and Tracy talk Baywatch, bikini tops, the approach of football season, and beer.
Also… cats get haircuts, …
14We Are Not the Cool Kids
Did you wear babydoll dress and Doc Martens? Wait… did you wear Hypercolor leggings? Please tell us you had a Blossom hat phase. Please.
This week on the …
13Pay it Forward
Joy the Baker and Tracy can not handle your pet rat. They just don’t understand.
In this episode, Joy and Tracy discuss karma. How do we increase our …
12Red Flags
Red Flag! Look out! Danger ahead!
We’ve all been there… rationalizing why a restaurant is stone cold empty on a Friday night, baking with totally bunk yeast, booking a room …
11I Like Going Places
This week on the Joy the Baker Podcast, Joy is phoning it in….literally! She’s on vacation in a tropical island eating pineapple and Tracy is sitting at her desk, wishing she was there.
So, how …
10Thick in the Middle of Summer
This week, on the Joy the Baker Podcast, Joy and Tracy get real. Fat pants, thick middles, and summer salads. Also… how many times can you say ‘tankini’ before you …
9Road Trip!
This week on the Joy the Baker podcast, Joy and Tracy are talking all things ROAD TRIP! Tracy is in Lake Tahoe, and we need to know just …
8Just Say His Name
This week on the Joy the Baker Podcast, Joy and Tracy discuss how to properly shop for bikinis, how to make super easy banana ice cream, (oh!) …
7Summer Survival Guide
This week, Joy and Tracy discuss summer, and exactly how to survive it. From picnics situations to barbecue desserts, summer espadrilles and white nail polish… Joy and Tracy get down …
6Boozy Susan
This week on the Joy the Baker podcast, Joy and Tracy wax on about Pinterest, summer boozy times, the horrors of a workplace pool party, and what to …
5That's Not Your Wheelchair
Joy and Tracy are chatty. This week on the Joy the Baker Podcast these world class/world famous/ internationally renowned/ ultra adored/ lady bloggers talk about summer foods, summer dresses, how …
4We're Gonna Need Lots of Tots
This week on the Joy the Baker Podcast, Joy and Tracy answer your questions! We hear you! You want to know about blogging, and photography. You also want to know …
3Cooking for Boys and Wombats
This week, Joy and Tracy tackle what to cook for boys, who pays on a first date, and why you should never buy generic q-tips. They’ll also …
2God's Gold
In this episode, Joy and Tracy talk about their obsession with Google Analytics, kitchen disasters, sunflower obsessions and Tracy’s favorite Kelly Clarkson song…. which also happens …
1Put a Peep in It
In this episode Joy and Tracy talk about camera equipment, lighting, where they get their eclectic props, and why Joy never likes to color coordinate. The two also talk …
Your Hosts
Joy the Baker
Joy is the voice behind the popular blog, Joy the Baker and co-founder of Homefries. She is a self-taught, turned professional baker, turned full-time blogger and cookbook author.
Joy believes in the healing powers of chocolate chip cookies, the restorative qualities of chocolate pudding, and that happiness can be found in a cup of heavy cream. Joy does a majority of her living, eating, and cocktailing in Los Angeles, California where she lives with an incorrigible kitten named Jules. Find her on Twitter and Facebook. Be friends!
Tracy Benjamin
Tracy Benjamin is obsessed with good food and great photography, both of which are equally evident on her fun and colorful blog, Shutterbean. Completely self-taught, Tracy loves the intimacy and nurturing quality of sharing delicious meals with loved ones.
As a busy working mom, she has made it her mission to serve up tasty, home cooked meals, without having to slave for hours in the kitchen. It’s a constant juggling act to balance it all, but making time for her process feeds her both inside and out. Say hey to Tracy on Twitter and Facebook. She’s funny and her kid is cute.